02/17/2015 Council Work Session Meeting Minutes February 17, 2015
City of Clearwater
City Hall
112 S. Osceola Avenue
Clearwater, FL 33756
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Tuesday, February 17, 2015
9:00 AM
Council Chambers
Council Work Session
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Roll Call
Present 5 - Mayor George N. Cretekos, Vice Mayor Doreen Hock-DiPolito,
Councilmember Hoyt Hamilton, Councilmember Bill Jonson, and
Councilmember Jay E. Polglaze
1. Call to Order— Mayor Cretekos
The meeting was called to order at 9:00 a.m. at City Hall.
2. Presentations — Given.
2.1 Service Awards
Six service awards were presented to city employees.
The Council recessed from 9:04 a.m. to 9:06 a.m. to meet as the Pension
Trustees.
3. Economic Development and Housing
3.1 Fiscal Year 13-14 Economic Development Strategic Plan Report (WSO)
Economic Development and Housing Assistant Director Denise Sanderson
provided a PowerPoint presentation.
In response to questions, Ms. Sanderson said Malwarebytes is not included in
this report as they came to Clearwater during this fiscal year. The Department
is ramping up business visits to find out more about the services local
companies provide. Ms. Sanderson said there is a net migration of the
laborshed coming into Clearwater, mostly from points north and south.
Economic Development and Housing Director Geri Campos Lopez said the
Department does not want to duplicate incubator efforts but rather fill in the
gaps. Staff is evaluating the ecosystem to determine what is best for
Clearwater. Ms. Sanderson said the Linkedln daily updates are important to
generate discussions.
4. Gas System
4.1 Approve a Services Agreement and Purchase Order, in the amount of$577,219, with
Heath Consultants, Inc., to provide Leak/Corrosion surveys and meter maintenance,
and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
Clearwater Gas System (CGS) is requesting to use Heath Consultants to
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perform gas leak surveys and corrosion inspections on CGS's natural and
propane gas distribution pipeline system. In addition, Heath will perform
preventive maintenance (i.e., sanding and painting) on natural gas meters at
various customer locations. The inspection and maintenance work is required
by Title 49 Code of Federal Regulations, Section 192 (49CFR192) and our
Chapter 25-12 of the FL Administrative Code. The Public Service Commission
inspector verifies compliance on these items during the annual audit.
Gas leak surveys consist of walking/riding along the gas distribution system to
detect any natural gas/propane present in the air. These surveys must be
conducted every year for the Business District and once every three years in
Non-Business District locations. As part of the surveys, Heath will inspect
customer gas meter sets to verify there is no visible corrosion. If any corrosion
is present, they will perform the necessary maintenance based on the Price
Schedule in Exhibit B of the Agreement.
Heath was selected under Bid 07-15 (Surveys and Corrosion Prevention
Services). The Agreement will be a four-year term. During the first year,
100% of the survey work will be performed in all categories. Thereafter,
one-third of the Non-Business District locations will be performed each year,
along with one-third of the Atmospheric Corrosion survey in Business Districts.
The fixed price bid for this survey work is $477,219. A$100,000 variable cost
was added to cover the corrosion prevention services that will be required
based on their bid price for meter repair and other related services.
APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT:
CGS has budgeted funds available in account codes
423-02066-530300-532-000-0000 for$404,053.30 (Pinellas Gas Maintenance)
and 423-02173-530300-532-000-0000 for $173,165.70 (Pasco Gas
Maintenance).
5. Police Department
5.1 Approve a Conditional Deed of Gift Contract between the United States of America,
represented by the US Army TACOM Life Cycle Management Command (Donor) and
the Clearwater Police Department (Donee) to accept a donation of M-1 Rifles to be
used exclusively for ceremonial purposes and authorize the appropriate officials to
execute same. (consent)
The Secretary of the Army is authorized by federal law to conditionally lend or
donate no more than 15 excess M-1 Rifles for ceremonial use to law
enforcement agencies.
As a condition of the donation, the law enforcement agency can only use the
rifles at funerals and for other ceremonial purposes.
The Secretary of the Army requires the law enforcement agency to sign a
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Conditional Deed of Gift Contract outlining the conditions of the donation,
including the indemnification of the US Army for any claims that may arise as a
result of the law enforcement agency's use of the ceremonial weapons.
In response to questions, Police Sergeant John Brown said the rifles are fully
functional and will be inspected to ensure they are ready for use. The current
rifles will be distributed to patrol officers.
6. Engineering
6.1 Award a construction contract to Kamminga and Roodvoets, Inc., of Tampa, Florida,
in the amount of$677,624.20, for Countryside Manhole Rehabilitation and Repair
(13-0034-UT), which is the lowest responsible bid received in accordance with the
plans and specifications for this project; and authorize the appropriate officials to
execute same. (consent)
The City has initiated a comprehensive maintenance program to clean, inspect,
rehab and repair existing sanitary sewer pipelines and manholes throughout
the City of Clearwater. The goal is to maintain the integrity of the sanitary
sewer system and minimize disruptions in service to our citizens. As part of
this program, staff has identified a number of sanitary manholes in the
Countryside area that are sunken and damaging the adjacent pavement.
This work includes the rehabilitation of 31 sanitary sewer manholes and the
replacement of 11 sanitary sewer manholes at various locations. The portion
related to the rehabilitation of the existing sanitary sewer manholes will be to
repair the sanitary sewer manholes to eliminate infiltration, provide corrosion
protection, repair voids and to restore the structural integrity of each manhole.
The portion related to the replacement of existing sanitary sewer manholes will
consist of the removal of the existing manhole and the installation of a new
pre-cast manhole, restore existing road surface and deliver a fully functional
system.
The construction under this contract will be completed within six months from
the Notice to Proceed date.
The City of Clearwater's Public Utilities Department Wastewater Collection
Division is responsible for owning, operating and maintaining the wastewater
collection system including all gravity pipe lines and manholes that convey the
raw sewage to the lift stations and or City's wastewater treatment facilities.
APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT:
0327-96665-563800-535-000-0000 $677,624.20
Funds are available in Utility Renewal and Replacement project, 0327-96665,
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Sanitary Sewer R and R, in amount of$677,624.20,
In response to questions, Engineering Manager Rob Fahey said only the
intersections where the manholes identified in the project area will be
resurfaced. The soil borings in Countryside identified subsurface conditions
unique to that area. The City will over-excavate the identified area and provide
soil to prevent sinking.
6.2 Approve a Utility Work By Highway Contractor Agreement with the State of Florida
Department of Transportation (FDOT), in the amount of$655,177.29, for the
modification of city facilities under SR 60 / 595 (Alt US 19) Court Street West Bound
from West of Chestnut Street to East end of Memorial Causeway Bridge, Chestnut
Street - East Bound from East end of Memorial Causeway Bridge to Court Street and
Court Street - Two-Way from Chestnut Street to Missouri Avenue Improvement
Project, authorize the appropriate officials to execute same and adopt Resolution
14-33.
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) has designed the
improvements of S.R. 60 /595 (Alt US 19) Court Street West Bound from
West of Chestnut Street to East end of Memorial Causeway Bridge, Chestnut
Street - East Bound from East end of Memorial Causeway Bridge to Court
Street and Court Street - Two-Way from Chestnut Street to Missouri Avenue.
The proposed improvements will include resurfacing the existing roadway,
replacing the existing signal by mast arm and upgrading the drainage system.
Construction is currently anticipated to begin Summer of 2015. This roadway
improvement project will necessitate the replacement, repair or cure-in-place
lining of gravity sanitary sewer pipes within the project limits.
The City of Clearwater's Engineering Department has coordinated the design
prepared by URS Corporation (an Engineer of Record) for these utility
accommodations with FDOT representatives. FDOT will receive bids for the
combined roadway improvement and utility relocation work and make award of
bid to the low bidder.
The resolution authorizes the City to enter into a Utility Work by Highway
Contractor Agreement (UWHCA) to have the work bid and constructed with the
FDOT contract.
The amounts included on this agenda item are the engineer's preliminary
estimate, and are subject to change as the design progresses. The exact costs
will be determined by the contractor's bid and may vary from this amount.
Project will be competitively bid by FDOT. The engineer's estimate is:
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Capital Project Amount:
Sanitary Utility Work $450,776.29
Road Restoration $204,401.00
Total $655,177.29
APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT:
0327-96634-563800-535-000-0000 $450,776.29
0315-92277-563700-541-000-0000 $204,401.00
Funds are available in Utility Renewal and Replacement project in 0327-96634,
Sanitary Utility Relocation Accommodation in the amount of$450,776.29 and
$204,401 in Capital Improvement Program project 0315-92277, Streets and
Sidewalks, for total funding in the amount of$655,177.29.
In response to questions, Engineering Manager Rob Fahey said the project
should start at the end of the summer. The City does not have control over
FDOT's project schedule.
6.3 Approve a work order to Engineer of Record (EOR) Interflow Engineering, LLC, of
Tampa, Fl, in the amount of$603,946; a Cooperative funding agreement between
Southwest Florida Water Management District (SWFWMD) and the City of Clearwater
in the amount of$1,750,000 for East Gateway Improvements, and authorize the
appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
Stormwater and Sanitary Sewer Systems in the East Gateway
neighborhood are nearing the end of their useful life spans.
This work order provides for design and permitting of Stormwater and
Sewer Systems which will replace both systems, along with installing a
baffle box on the storm system to collect leaves, debris, and sediment so
materials can be hauled off site for disposal. In addition, a portion of the
potable water system will be replaced.
Design phase is anticipated to be completed by July 2016 with construction
phase scheduled for completion by November 2017.
The Cooperative Funding Agreement between the City of Clearwater and
SWFWMD includes reimbursement up to 50% of the cost of design and
construction up to a maximum of$1,750,000.
APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT:
0315-96188-561200-539-000-0000 $404,680
0327-96634-561300-535-000-0000 $ 27,788
0327-96665-561300-535-000-0000 $110,353
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0327-96752-561300-533-000-0000 $ 61,125
First quarter amendments will establish Capital Improvement Program (CIP)
project 0315-96188, East Gateway Improvements with budget, only, of
$750,000 of SWFWMD Grant and transfer$750,000 from CIP 0315-96169,
Stevenson Creek to match the Grant.
Sufficient funding is available in Utility Renewal and Replacement projects in
amounts of$27,788 from 0327-96634, Sanitary Utility Relocation
Accommodation, $110,353 from 0327-96665, Sanitary Sewer R and R, and
$61,125 from 0327-96752, Water Service Lines, for total funding in the amount
of$1,699,266.
Third quarter amendments will increase budget, only, in the amount of
$1,000,000 of SWFWMD Grant and transfer $1,000,000 to match the grant
from CIP 0315-96173, Alligator Creek Watershed Projects, to 0315-96188,
East Gateway Improvements, to be available when SWFWMDs funding is
available at October 1, 2015 in accordance with the grant agreement.
6.4 Approve the conveyance of a Distribution Easement to Duke Energy and a
Communication Easement to Verizon Florida over city owned property located at 1140
Court Street; and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
City Council approved the vacation of a portion of Brownell Street on
October 2, 2014. There is a utility pole located within the vacated
right-of-way that is used by Duke and Verizon to provide service to
residents on Brownell Street. Both entities requested an easement over a
portion of the vacated right-of-way. The two easements will provide for
both companies to continue to maintain the facilities. The Duke easement
also provides for Duke to supply electric energy service to Fire Station 45.
7. Fire Department
7.1 Approve the agreement between Phillies Florida LLC and the City of Clearwater Fire
and Rescue Department to provide emergency medical services at Bright House Field
for 2015 baseball events as outlined in the agreement, and authorize the appropriate
officials to execute same. (consent)
The Phillies Florida LLC (Phillies Florida) will enter into an agreement with
Clearwater Fire and Rescue (CFR) for the provision of EMS services for the
2015 Philadelphia Phillies spring training game; every 2015 Clearwater
Threshers game; and for 10 selected special events designated by Phillies
Florida in 2015.
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There will be a mutually agreed-upon method of checking in and checking out
at each game/event for billing purposes at the rate established in the
agreement. The minimum time for each event will be four hours. Any time
spent at the ball park after those four hours will be compensated at the hourly
rate set forth in the agreement, and checked against the sign out time by the
teams at the ballpark. CFR will provide monthly invoices to Phillies Florida for
the services CFR provides pursuant to the agreement, which invoices will be
paid within twenty days of receipt.
The City of Clearwater, to the extent permitted by applicable law, including, but
not limited to Section 768.28, Florida Statutes, shall indemnify, defend and
hold harmless Phillies Florida, and others noted in the agreement.
CFR will document any incidents that may occur during the course of the
performance of its obligations hereunder and, subject to applicable law,
including, but not limited to, the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability
Act of 1996 (HIPAA) Privacy and Security Rules, and use best efforts to get
those treated to sign a medical information disclosure form legally authorizing
CFR to provide copies of such documentation to Phillies Florida upon request.
The term of the agreement shall be from the date it is signed through
December 31, 2015; and either party may terminate as outlined in the
agreement.
8. Planning
8.1 Approve the annexation, initial Future Land Use Map designation of Residential Low
(RL) and initial Zoning Atlas designation of Low Medium Density Residential (LMDR)
District for 2116 Burnice Drive, 2152 Burnice Drive, and 2106 Pleasant Parkway;
together with certain right-of-way of Burnice Drive; and pass Ordinances 8668-15,
8669-15 and 8670-415 on first reading. (ANX2014-12026)
These voluntary annexation petitions involve three parcels of land totaling
0.827 acres. The parcels are occupied by single-family dwellings. The lots are
located generally east of South Hercules Avenue and west of South Belcher
Road, north of Lakeview Road and south of Druid Road. The applicants are
requesting annexation in order to receive solid waste service from the City, and
will connect to City sewer when it is available in the future, as part of the City's
Belcher Area Sanitary Sewer System Extension Project Area. The properties
are contiguous to existing city limits along at least one property boundary. It is
proposed that the properties be assigned a Future Land Use Map designation
of Residential Low (RL) and a zoning category of Low Medium Density
Residential (LMDR).
The Planning and Development Department determined that the proposed
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annexations are consistent with the provisions of Clearwater Community
Development Code Section 4-604.E as follows:
• The properties currently receive water service from Pinellas County.
Collection of solid waste will be provided to the properties by the City.
The applicants will connect to the City's sanitary sewer service when it
is available, and are aware of the sewer impact fee that must be paid in
order to connect and the financial incentives available. The properties
are located within Police District III and service will be administered
through the district headquarters located at 2851 North McMullen Booth
Road. Fire and emergency medical services will be provided to the
properties by Station 49 located at 565 Sky Harbor Drive. The City has
adequate capacity to serve these properties with sanitary sewer, solid
waste, police, fire and EMS service. Water service will continue to be
provided by the County. The proposed annexations will not have an
adverse effect on public facilities and their levels of service; and
• The proposed annexations are consistent with and promote the
following objectives and policy of the Clearwater Comprehensive Plan:
Objective A.6.4 Due to the built-out character of the City of Clearwater,
compact urban development within the urban service area shall be
promoted through application of the Clearwater Community
Development Code.
Objective A.7.2 Diversify and expand the City's tax base through the
annexation of a variety of land uses located within the Clearwater
Planning Area.
Policy A.7.2.3 Continue to process voluntary annexations for
single-family residential properties upon request.
• The proposed Residential Low (RL) Future Land Use Map category is
consistent with the current Countywide Plan designation of the
properties. This designation primarily permits residential uses at a
density of 5 units per acre. The proposed zoning district to be assigned
to the properties is the Low Medium Density Residential (LMDR)
District. The use of the subject properties are consistent with the uses
allowed in the District and the properties exceed the District's minimum
dimensional requirements. The proposed annexations are therefore
consistent with the Countywide Plan and the City's Comprehensive
Plan and Community Development Code; and
• The properties proposed for annexation are contiguous to existing City
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limits along at least one property boundary; therefore, the annexations
are consistent with Florida Statutes Chapter 171.044.
8.2 Approve the annexation, initial Future Land Use Map designation of Residential Urban
(RU) and initial Zoning Atlas designation of Low Medium Density Residential (LMDR)
District for 1940 Macomber Avenue; and pass Ordinances 8671-15, 8672-15 and
8673-15 on first reading. (ANX2014-12027)
This voluntary annexation petition involves a 0.103-acre property consisting of
one parcel of land occupied by a single-family dwelling. It is located on the
west side of Macomber Avenue approximately 490 feet north of Sunset Point
Road. The applicant is requesting annexation in order to receive solid waste
service from the City, and will connect to City sewer as part of the City's
Idlewild/The Mall Septic-to-Sewer Project. The property is contiguous to
existing city boundaries to the north. It is proposed that the property be
assigned a Future Land Use Map designation of Residential Urban (RU) and a
zoning category of Low Medium Density Residential (LMDR).
The Planning and Development Department determined that the proposed
annexation is consistent with the provisions of Clearwater Community
Development Code Section 4-604.E as follows:
• The property currently receives water service from the City. Collection
of solid waste will be provided to the property by the City. The applicant
has paid the sewer impact fee in full, and is currently awaiting
connection to the City sewer system. The property is located within
Police District II and service will be administered through the district
headquarters located at 645 Pierce Street. Fire and emergency medical
services will be provided to this property by Station 51 located at 1720
Overbrook Avenue. The City has adequate capacity to serve this
property with sanitary sewer, solid waste, police, fire and EMS service.
The proposed annexation will not have an adverse effect on public
facilities and their levels of service; and
• The proposed annexation is consistent with and promotes the following
objectives and policy of the Clearwater Comprehensive Plan:
Objective A.6.4 Due to the built-out character of the City of Clearwater,
compact urban development within the urban service area shall be promoted
through application of the Clearwater Community Development Code.
Objective A.7.2 Diversify and expand the City's tax base through the
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annexation of a variety of land uses located within the Clearwater Planning
Area.
Policy A.7.2.3 Continue to process voluntary annexations for single-family
residential properties upon request.
• The proposed Residential Urban (RU) Future Land Use Map category
is consistent with the current Countywide Plan designation of this
property. This designation primarily permits residential uses at a
density of 7.5 units per acre. The proposed zoning district to be
assigned to the property is the Low Medium Density Residential
(LMDR) District. The use of the subject property is consistent with the
uses allowed in the District. The property meets the District's minimum
lot width standard and meets the minimum lot size standard through the
District's Flexible Development requirements. The proposed annexation
is therefore consistent with the Countywide Plan and the City's
Comprehensive Plan and Community Development Code; and
• The property proposed for annexation is contiguous to existing City
boundaries to the north; therefore, the annexation is consistent with
Florida Statutes Chapter 171.044.
8.3 Approve the annexation, initial Future Land Use Map designation of Residential Urban
(RU) and initial Zoning Atlas designation of Low Medium Density Residential (LMDR)
District for 1331 Union Street, 1921 and 1938 Macomber Avenue, 1925 North Betty
Lane, and 1927 and 1936 Chenango Avenue; together with certain right-of-way of The
Mall; and pass Ordinances 8656-15, 8657-15 and 8658-15 on first reading.
(ATA2014-10008)
The City of Clearwater Public Utilities Department is expanding sewer service
into the Idlewild/The Mall neighborhood located generally east of Douglas
Avenue and west of Kings Highway, north of Sunset Point Road and south of
Union Street. This neighborhood contains a large concentration of properties
within unincorporated Pinellas County. Subdivisions in this area include
Brooklawn, Lange's Replat of Brown's Subdivision, and South Binghamton. To
date, 47 properties have voluntarily annexed into the City as a result of this
project and three more properties are currently in the process of annexing.
Another 64 agreements to annex (ATAs) have been executed for properties
not meeting annexation contiguity requirements but desiring to receive sanitary
sewer service.
This application includes the next group of parcels with recorded ATAs that
have become contiguous in the Idlewild/The Mall Septic-to-Sewer Project area.
It includes six ATAs signed by the current owners dating back to April of 2013.
The Planning and Development Department is initiating this project to bring the
properties into the City's jurisdiction in compliance with the terms and
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conditions set forth in the agreements. The properties are occupied by 6
detached dwellings on 0.863-acres of land. All properties are contiguous to
existing City limits along at least one property boundary. The Development
Review Committee is proposing that 0.90-acres of The Mall right-of-way from
Union Street southerly approximately 450 feet not currently within the city limits
also be annexed. It is proposed that all properties be assigned a Future Land
Use Map designation of Residential Urban (RU), and a Zoning Atlas
designation of Low Medium Density Residential (LMDR) District.
The Planning and Development Department has determined that the proposed
annexation is consistent with the provisions of Community Development Code
Section 4-604.E as follows:
• All of the properties currently receive water service from the City.
Collection of solid waste will be provided to the properties by the City.
All of the applicants have paid the sewer impact fee in full. Four of the
applicants are already connected to the City's sanitary sewer system,
and two others will be connected by the contractor soon. The
properties are located within Police District II and service will be
administered through the district headquarters located at 645 Pierce
Street. Fire and emergency medical services will be provided to these
properties by Station 51 located at 1720 Overbrook Avenue. The City
has adequate capacity to serve the properties with sanitary sewer, solid
waste, police, fire and EMS service. The proposed annexation will not
have an adverse effect on public facilities and their levels of service;
and
• The proposed annexation is consistent with and promotes the following
objectives and policy of the Clearwater Comprehensive Plan:
Objective A.6.4: Due to the built-out character of the City of Clearwater,
compact urban development within the urban service area shall be
promoted through application of the Clearwater Community
Development Code.
Policy A.7.1.3: Invoke agreements to annex where properties located
within enclaves meet the contiguity requirements of Florida Statutes
Chapter 171.
Objective A.7.2: Diversify and expand the City's tax base through the
annexation of a variety of land uses located within the Clearwater
Planning Area.
• The proposed Residential Urban (RU) Future Land Use Map category is
consistent with the current Countywide Plan designation of the
properties. The Residential Urban (RU) designation primarily permits
residential uses at a density of 7.5 units per acre. The proposed zoning
district to be assigned to the properties is the Low Medium Density
Residential (LMDR) District. The uses of the subject properties are
consistent with the uses allowed in the Low Medium Density Residential
(LMDR) District. The properties located at 1331 Union Street, 1925
North Betty Lane, and 1936 Chenango Avenue all exceed the District's
minimum development requirements. The properties located at 1921
and 1938 Macomber Avenue and 1927 Chenango Avenue meet the
District's minimum dimensions through the Flexible Development
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requirements. Therefore, the proposed annexation is consistent with
the Countywide Plan, Clearwater Comprehensive Plan, and Clearwater
Community Development Code; and
• The properties proposed for annexation are contiguous to existing City
limits along at least one property boundary; therefore, the annexation is
consistent with Florida Statutes Chapter 171.044.
8.4 Approve the annexation, initial Future Land Use Map designation of Residential Urban
(RU) and initial Zoning Atlas designation of Low Medium Density Residential (LMDR)
District for 1920 North Betty Lane, 1925 Chenango Avenue, and 1936 Macomber
Avenue; together with certain right-of-way of North Betty Lane; and pass Ordinances
8659-15, 8660-15 and 8661-15 on first reading. (ATA2014-12009)
The City of Clearwater Public Utilities Department is expanding sewer service
into the Idlewild/The Mall neighborhood located generally east of Douglas
Avenue and west of Kings Highway, north of Sunset Point Road and south of
Union Street. This neighborhood contains a large concentration of properties
within unincorporated Pinellas County. All properties in this area are in the
South Binghamton subdivision. To date, 47 properties have voluntarily
annexed into the City as a result of this project and three more properties are
currently in the process of annexing. Another 58 agreements to annex (ATAs)
have been executed for properties not meeting annexation contiguity
requirements but desiring to receive sanitary sewer service. This figure
excludes those properties being annexed through case ATA2014-10008.
This application includes the next group of parcels with recorded ATAs that
have become contiguous in the Idlewild/The Mall Septic-to-Sewer Project area.
It includes three ATAs signed by the current owners dating back to July of
2013. The Planning and Development Department is initiating this project to
bring the properties into the City's jurisdiction in compliance with the terms and
conditions set forth in the agreements. The properties are occupied by 3
detached dwellings on 0.311-acres of land. All properties are contiguous to
city limits along at least one property boundary. The Development Review
Committee is also proposing that 0.61-acres of North Betty Lane right-of-way
from Sunset Point Road northerly approximately 450 feet not currently within
the city limits also be annexed. It is proposed that all properties be assigned a
Future Land Use Map designation of Residential Urban (RU), and a Zoning
Atlas designation of Low Medium Density Residential (LMDR) District.
The Planning and Development Department has determined that the proposed
annexation is consistent with the provisions of Community Development Code
Section 4-604.E as follows:
• All of the properties currently receive water service from the City.
Collection of solid waste will be provided to the properties by the City.
All of the applicants have paid the sewer impact fee in full. Two of the
applicants are already connected to the City's sanitary sewer system,
and the third will be connected by the contractor soon. The properties
are located within Police District II and service will be administered
through the district headquarters located at 645 Pierce Street. Fire and
emergency medical services will be provided to these properties by
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Station 51 located at 1720 Overbrook Avenue. The City has adequate
capacity to serve the properties with sanitary sewer, solid waste, police,
fire and EMS service. The proposed annexation will not have an
adverse effect on public facilities and their levels of service; and
• The proposed annexation is consistent with and promotes the following
objectives and policy of the Clearwater Comprehensive Plan:
Objective A.6.4: Due to the built-out character of the City of Clearwater,
compact urban development within the urban service area shall be
promoted through application of the Clearwater Community
Development Code.
Policy A.7.1.3: Invoke agreements to annex where properties located
within enclaves meet the contiguity requirements of Florida Statutes
Chapter 171.
Objective A.7.2: Diversify and expand the City's tax base through the
annexation of a variety of land uses located within the Clearwater
Planning Area.
• The proposed Residential Urban (RU) Future Land Use Map category is
consistent with the current Countywide Plan designation of the
properties. The Residential Urban (RU) designation primarily permits
residential uses at a density of 7.5 units per acre. The proposed zoning
district to be assigned to the properties is the Low Medium Density
Residential (LMDR) District. The uses of the subject properties are
consistent with the uses allowed in the Low Medium Density Residential
(LMDR) District. All properties meet the District's minimum dimensions
through the Flexible Development requirements; therefore, the
proposed annexation is consistent with the Countywide Plan,
Clearwater Comprehensive Plan, and Clearwater Community
Development Code; and
• The properties proposed for annexation are contiguous to existing City
limits along at least one property boundary; therefore, the annexation is
consistent with Florida Statutes Chapter 171.044.
8.5 Approve the annexation, initial Future Land Use Map designation of Residential Urban
(RU) and initial Zoning Atlas designation of Low Medium Density Residential (LMDR)
District for 1930 Macomber Avenue; together with all right-of-way of Macomber
Avenue; and pass Ordinances 8662-15, 8663-15 and 8664-15 on first reading.
(ATA2014-12010)
The City of Clearwater Public Utilities Department is expanding sewer service
into the Idlewild/The Mall neighborhood located generally east of Douglas
Avenue and west of Kings Highway, north of Sunset Point Road and south of
Union Street. This neighborhood contains a large concentration of properties
within unincorporated Pinellas County. The property in this area is in the South
Binghamton subdivision. To date, 47 properties have voluntarily annexed into
the City as a result of this project and three more properties are currently in the
process of annexing. Another 55 agreements to annex (ATAs) have been
executed for properties not meeting annexation contiguity requirements but
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desiring to receive sanitary sewer service. This figure excludes those
properties being annexed through case ATA2014-12009.
This application includes one parcel with a recorded ATA that has become
contiguous in the Idlewild/The Mall Septic-to-Sewer Project area. The current
owner signed the ATA in July of 2013. The Planning and Development
Department is initiating this project to bring the property into the City's
jurisdiction in compliance with the terms and conditions set forth in the
agreement. The property is occupied by one detached dwelling on 0.103-acres
of land and is contiguous to City limits along the north and the west. The
Development Review Committee is proposing that 0.74-acres of Macomber
Avenue right-of-way from Sunset Point Road northerly approximately 540 feet
not currently within the City also be annexed. It is proposed that the property
be assigned a Future Land Use Map designation of Residential Urban (RU),
and a Zoning Atlas designation of Low Medium Density Residential (LMDR)
District.
The Planning and Development Department has determined that the proposed
annexation is consistent with the provisions of Community Development Code
Section 4-604.E as follows:
• The property currently receives water service from the City. Collection of
solid waste will be provided to the property by the City. The applicant
has paid the sewer impact fee in full, and will be connected to the City's
sanitary sewer system by the contractor soon. The property is located
within Police District II and service will be administered through the
district headquarters located at 645 Pierce Street. Fire and emergency
medical services will be provided to the property by Station 51 located
at 1720 Overbrook Avenue. The City has adequate capacity to serve
the property with sanitary sewer, solid waste, police, fire and EMS
service. The proposed annexation will not have an adverse effect on
public facilities and their levels of service; and
• The proposed annexation is consistent with and promotes the following
objectives and policy of the Clearwater Comprehensive Plan:
Objective A.6.4: Due to the built-out character of the City of Clearwater,
compact urban development within the urban service area shall be
promoted through application of the Clearwater Community
Development Code.
Policy A.7.1.3: Invoke agreements to annex where properties located
within enclaves meet the contiguity requirements of Florida Statutes
Chapter 171.
Objective A.7.2: Diversify and expand the City's tax base through the
annexation of a variety of land uses located within the Clearwater
Planning Area.
• The proposed Residential Urban (RU) Future Land Use Map category is
consistent with the current Countywide Plan designation of the property.
The Residential Urban (RU) designation primarily permits residential
uses at a density of 7.5 units per acre. The proposed zoning district to
be assigned to the property is the Low Medium Density Residential
(LMDR) District. The use of the subject property is consistent with the
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uses allowed in the Low Medium Density Residential (LMDR) District.
The property meets the District's minimum dimensions through the
Flexible Development requirements; therefore, the proposed
annexation is consistent with the Countywide Plan, Clearwater
Comprehensive Plan, and Clearwater Community Development Code;
and
• The property proposed for annexation is contiguous to existing City
boundaries to the north and to the west of the property boundary;
therefore, the annexation is consistent with Florida Statutes Chapter
171.044.
8.6 Approve the annexation, initial Future Land Use Map designations of Residential Low
(RL), Residential Medium (RM), and Preservation (P)/Drainage Feature Overlay and
initial Zoning Atlas designations of Low Medium Density Residential (LMDR), Medium
Density Residential (MDR) and Preservation (P) for 1753 and 1756 Evans Drive, 1773
Owen Drive, 1800 Cardinal Drive, 2634 Woodring Drive, and 2735 and 2737 South
Drive; together with certain right-of-ways of Evans Drive and South Drive; and pass
Ordinances 8665-15, 8666-15, and 8667-15 on first reading. (ATA2014-12011)
The City of Clearwater Planning and Development Department identified an
area within the Clearwater Planning Area with a large concentration of
properties with Agreements to Annex (ATAs) that are eligible for annexation.
These properties are located east of U.S. Highway 19, north of State Road
590, south of South Drive, and west of El Trinidad Drive. Subdivisions in this
area include Virginia Grove Terrace, Carlton Terrace, and Pinellas Terrace.
The Department identified a total of 189 properties in this area that could be
annexed through a phased approach over several years, and to date 180
properties have been annexed.
This application, which has been identified as Phase H of the overall
annexation project, includes six properties. Current or previous owners of
these properties entered into ATAs between 1983 and 2008 to obtain sanitary
sewer service. The Planning and Development Department is initiating this
project to bring the properties into the City's jurisdiction in compliance with the
terms and conditions set forth in the agreements. The Phase H properties are
occupied by 5 detached dwellings and 1 attached dwelling (2 units) on 1.162
acres of land. All properties are contiguous to city limits along at least one
property boundary. The Development Review Committee is proposing that
approximately 0.44-acres of right-of-way throughout this area on Evans Drive
and South Drive not currently within the city limits also be annexed. It is
proposed that five properties be assigned a Future Land Use Map designation
of Residential Low (RL), and 2735/2737 South Drive be assigned a Future
Land Use Map designation of Residential Medium (RM). It is proposed that
five properties be assigned the zoning designation of Low Medium Density
Residential (LMDR) District with the exception of the 2735/2737 South Drive
property where it is proposed that the parcel be assigned a zoning designation
of Medium Density Residential (MDR). Additionally, the property at 1756
Evans Drive should also be assigned the Future Land Use Map designation of
Preservation (P)/ Drainage Feature Overlay and a zoning designation of
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Preservation (P) District, consistent with the boundaries of a drainage ditch
which traverses this property.
The Planning and Development Department has determined that the proposed
annexation is consistent with the provisions of Community Development Code
Section 4-604.E as follows:
• The properties currently receive sanitary sewer service from the City and
water service from Pinellas County. Collection of solid waste will be
provided by the City. The properties are located within Police District III
and service will be administered through the district headquarters
located at 2851 N. McMullen Booth Road. Fire and emergency medical
services will be provided to these properties by Station 48 located at
1700 Belcher Road. The City has adequate capacity to serve the
properties with solid waste, police, fire and EMS service. Water service
will continue to be provided by Pinellas County. The proposed
annexations will not have an adverse effect on public facility levels of
service; and
• The proposed annexation is consistent with and promotes the following
objectives and policy of the Clearwater Comprehensive Plan:
Objective A.6.4: Due to the built-out character of the City of Clearwater,
compact urban development within the urban service area shall be
promoted through application of the Clearwater Community
Development Code.
Policy A.7.1.3: Invoke agreements to annex where properties located
within enclaves meet the contiguity requirements of Florida Statutes
Chapter 171.
Objective A.7.2: Diversify and expand the City's tax base through the
annexation of a variety of land uses located within the Clearwater
Planning Area.
The proposed Residential Low (RL), Residential Medium (RM), Preservation
(P), and Drainage Feature Overlay Future Land Use Map categories are
consistent with the current Countywide Plan designation of the properties. The
Residential Low (RL) designation primarily permits residential uses at a density
of 5 units per acre while the Residential Medium (RM) designation primarily
permits residential uses at a density of 15 units per acre. The Preservation (P)
and Drainage Feature Overlay categories proposed to be applied to 1756
Evans Drive recognize the watershed and drainage features on the property.
The proposed zoning districts to be assigned to the properties are the Low
Medium Density Residential (LMDR), Medium Density Residential (MDR), and
the Preservation (P) Districts. The uses of the subject properties are consistent
with the uses allowed in the Low Medium Density Residential (LMDR) and
Medium Density Residential (MDR) Districts. The property located at
2735/2737 South Drive is an existing duplex which is consistent with the
allowable density of the underlying Residential Medium Future Land Use
designation. All setbacks meet Flexible Standard Development requirements
while lot area and width could be accommodated through the Residential Infill
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provisions of the MDR zoning district. The remaining properties exceed the
minimum dimensional requirements of the Low Medium Density Residential
(LMDR) District; therefore, the proposed annexation is consistent with the
Countywide Plan, Clearwater Comprehensive Plan, and Clearwater Community
Development Code; and
• The properties proposed for annexation are contiguous to existing City
limits along at least one property boundary; therefore, the annexation is
consistent with Florida Statutes Chapter 171.044.
9. Marine & Aviation
9.1 Award a contract for the New Airplane T-Hangars at Clearwater Airpark (14-0031-AP)
to Cathey Construction and Development of Mexico Beach, Florida for the sum of
$586,752.97, which is the lowest responsible bid received in accordance with the
plans and specifications; approve the allocation of additional Penny for Pinellas funds
in the amount of$25,000 as a 20% Florida Department of Transportation match, and
authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
Two general contractors were pre-qualified to bid for this project and we
received a bid from each. Cathey Construction and Development was the
lowest competitive bidder, with a low bid of$586,752.97.
On 4 June 2014, the City of Clearwater approved the adoption of Supplemental
Joint Participation Agreement (JPA)ARB48 with the State of Florida,
Department of Transportation (FDOT), Resolution 14-12, to provide $400,000
(80%) of a $500,000 project cost to design and construct an aircraft T-hangar
at Clearwater Airpark, and authorized $100,000 (20%) of Penny for Pinellas
funds for the remaining project cost. The agreement is an FDOT grant with a
reimbursable rate of 80/20. The State of Florida will reimburse the City for the
State's share upon completion of the project.
This project will replace the existing shade hangar D with a new T-hangar to
allow aircraft currently utilizing the airpark, to rent enclosed space. The
building of the T-Hangar will include design, concrete, electrical, plumbing, civil
engineering, storm water management and the creation of an oily water
recovery system for the hangar. This project is keeping with the approved
Airpark Master plan and has the support of the Airport Advisory Board.
Due to the lowest bid being higher than anticipated, the Florida Department of
Transportation has agreed to fund an additional $100,000 with the City funding
an additional $25,000 in order for the project to move forward. We are
requesting that an additional $25,000 be made available from the Clearwater
Penny for Pinellas fund to cover the City's 20% match.
APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT:
At first quarter, a budget amendment will increase current capital improvement
project 315-94882, Rehabilitation of Hangar D in the amount of$100,000 in
FDOT Grant revenue; and $25,000 in matching funds from Penny for Pinellas
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revenue will be transferred from the Special Development Fund to provide the
additional funds needed for this contract.
Staff was directed to provide a list of projects Cathey has constructed in the
area.
10. Public Communications
10.1 Provide direction to staff on neighborhoods grant program.
During the City Council's 2014 discussions, staff was directed to consider
reinstating a neighborhoods grants program in the FY 2015-16 Budget. In
consideration of reinstating grants, staff has discussed a number of potential
approaches. Some options are highlighted below:
A. Reinstate the Clearwater Awards for Neighborhoods (CAN)
program - This option assumes a restoration of the CAN Program at
an approximate cost of$300,000, inclusive of$25,000 for
Neighborhood grants and recognition activities and 3 Full Time
Equivalents (FTE). Staff does not recommend a reinstatement of
the full CAN Program despite Council's Strategic Directive for
Neighborhood Engagement.
B. CAN Alternative - Develop a less expensive alternative to the CAN
Program that provides grants within specific categories for
pre-defined and approved improvements that address crime
prevention through environmental design (CPTED), temporary
public improvements for measurement of impact and response
and/or beautification projects. Examples of these kinds of initiatives
can be explored with neighborhoods and staff to develop a list of
recommended grant projects. A ceiling for the program can be
established by limiting the number and scope of projects or events.
One concern for a program of this type is adding it in the absence of
sufficient staff to administer the creation, execution and evaluation
of the projects. Staff does not recommend grants to neighborhoods
without appropriate oversight and accountability for the expenditure
of public funds, but would also prefer not to recommend the addition
of FTE(s) to accomplish a program. However, if Council is in
agreement that some additional level of neighborhood engagement
beyond status quo is appropriate, additional funding for a minimum
of one FTE and grants will be necessary.
C. Status Quo - The benefits of the CAN Program were considered
highly successful during the program duration, but there was never
a reliable way to calculate the program's benefits or the return on
the investment. The budgetary cuts made during the recession
years of Fiscal Year (FY) 2008-09 to the present were approached
with the intention of sustaining the new levels of service - not
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restoring previous programs, FTEs, expenditures, etc. once the
economy improved and our revenues became healthier. For that
reason, staff is supportive of maintaining the status quo.
If City Council is interested in any level of grant program beyond the status
quo, staff will provide funding in the FY 2015-16 Budget for their consideration
within the context of Option B above and work within the context of existing
staffing to the greatest extent possible.
Neighborhoods Function History
FY 2000-01
• 2 FTEs and funding in support of Neighborhood Services
FY 2007-08
• 4 FTEs with a budget of almost$340,000
FY 2008-09
• Staffing was reduced and the program was cut
FY 2009-10
• One FTE remained within the Public Communications Department
FY 2013-14
• The FTE was devoted only one-half time to neighborhood engagement.
At its peak, Neighborhood Services managed an award-winning resident
engagement program - Clearwater Awards Neighborhoods (CAN) that included
an annual neighborhood conference and Clearwater Celebrates
Neighborhoods' Day. The CAN Program was funded with $25,000, annually.
Individual neighborhoods could be awarded between $500 and $5,000. Grants
were determined based upon participation in a mandatory orientation and
programs within categories for the Mayor's Award of Excellence, City Council
Award for Charity and Volunteerism, City Manager's Award for Beautification
and the Director's Award for Creativity. Grants were also provided for a second
tier of award categories for Best New Association, No Neighbor Left Behind,
Hurricane/Safety Plan, Most Improved Association, Best Crime Watch
Organization, Best Neighborhood Communications, Most Attendance at
City/State Conferences and Trainings, Adopt-A-Neighborhood and Most
Healthy and Fit Neighborhood.
Prior to the CAN Program, a previous grant program provided funding in the
2000-2002 timeframe for neighborhood identification improvements, including
landscaping, signage, flagpoles, monuments and related neighborhood
identification and entrance features. In addition to the elimination of all funding
for the neighborhood identification program, the City discontinued a previous
agreement process for neighborhoods to carry insurance for the identification
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features located within City rights-of-way. In 2014, City Council discussed the
status of the remaining right-of-way installations/features and determined that
the neighborhoods would no longer be responsible for carrying liability
insurance naming the City an additional-insured party for the
installations/features. However, that determination was based on the
understanding that no new additional installations had been or would be placed
within the city rights-of-way.
In response to questions, Public Communications Director Joelle Castelli said
staff tries to attend key neighborhood association meetings and visit all
neighborhood parties during Neighborhoods Day. Assistant City Manager Jill
Silverboard said staff did not feel the General Fund is healthy enough to add
an FTE. Staff is exploring ideas how the City can assist neighborhoods
address code challenges temporarily.
In response to a suggestion, the City Manager said interns require more
support as they need to be managed. He did not recommend structuring this
program with an intern.
Discussion ensued with support expressed to explore efforts to recognize
neighborhoods that is a step above the status quo and look into resources
needed to address code challenges facing neighborhoods.
Staff was directed to provide detailed proposal, that includes cost, to
implement Option B.
11. Solid Waste
11.1Award a contract (Purchase Order) for $801,999.00 to Kenworth of Central Florida
located in Orlando for the purchase of two 2015 Autocar ACX CNG Automated Side
Loaders and one 2015 Autocar ACX CNG Rear Loader for Solid Waste's
Replacement Vehicles, in accordance with the Florida Sheriff's Contract 14-22-0904,
2.564(1)(d), Code of Ordinances-Other Governmental Bid; authorize lease purchase
under the City's Master Lease Purchase Agreement, or internal financing via an
interfund loan from the Capital Improvement Fund, whichever is deemed to be in the
City's best interest; and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
The two Autocar Automated Side Loaders and one Autocar Rear Loader will be
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purchased through the Florida Sheriff's Contract 14-22-0904 on quotes dated
December 18, 2014 and will replace the following which are all assigned to the
Solid Waste Department:
G2889 2004 Peterbilt Automated Side Loader with 74,594 miles
G2890 2004 Peterbilt Automated Side Loader with 86,743 miles
G2936 2005 Ford Loadmaster Rear Loader with 126,209 miles
These vehicles were included in the Fiscal Year 2014/2015 Garage CIP
Replacement Fund.
APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT:
316-94241-564100-519 $801,999.00
In response to a question, Assistant City Manager Jill Silverboard said the
Florida Sheriffs'Association developed their own cooperative bidding
consortium in response to their dissatisfaction with the offerings provided
through the State of Florida.
11.2Award a contract (Purchase Order) for $247,169.00 to Container Systems and
Equipment Company, Inc. located in Daytona Beach, FL for the purchase of one
Crane Carrier Low Entry Chassis (CCC LET2) with GS Products 5038 Recycle Body
for Solid Waste's Replacement Vehicles, in accordance with the Florida Sheriff's
Contract 14-22-0904, 2.564(1)(d), Code of Ordinances-Other Governmental Bid;
authorize lease purchase under the City's Master Lease Purchase Agreement, or
internal financing via an interfund loan from the Capital Improvement Fund, whichever
is deemed to be in the City's best interest; and authorize the appropriate officials to
execute same. (consent)
The one Crane Carrier with Recycle Body will be purchased through the
Florida Sheriff's Contract 14-22-0904 based on the quote dated December 1,
2014 and will replace the following which is assigned to the Solid Waste/
Recycling Department:
G3237 2005 International 4300 Multi-Family Truck with 77,616 miles
This vehicle is included in the Fiscal Year 2014/2015 Garage CIP Replacement
Fund
APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT:
316-94241-564100-519 $247,169.00
11.3Award a contract (Purchase Order) for $1,734,452.00 to Rush Truck Center located in
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Tampa, Florida for the purchase of two 2016 Peterbilt Tractors and four 2016 Peterbilt
Front End Loaders for Solid Waste's Replacement Vehicles, in accordance with the
Florida Sheriff's Contract 14-22-0904, 2.564(1)(d), Code of Ordinances-Other
Governmental Bid; authorize lease purchase under the City's Master Lease Purchase
Agreement, or internal financing via an interfund loan from the Capital Improvement
Fund, whichever is deemed to be in the City's best interest; and authorize the
appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
The two Peterbilt Tractors and four Peterbilt Front Loaders will be purchased
through the Florida Sheriff's Contract 14-22-0904 on quotes dated January 23,
2015 and will replace the following which are all assigned to the Solid Waste
Department:
G2719 2003 Sterling LT9500 Truck Tractor with 176,421 miles
G2720 2003 Sterling LT9500 Truck Tractor with 178,494 miles
G3031 2006 Peterbilt Front End Loaders with 87,065 miles
G3214 2006 Peterbilt Front End Loaders with 246,159 miles
G3215 2006 Peterbilt Front End Loaders with 95,275 miles
G3216 2006 Peterbilt Front End Loaders with 91,750 miles
These vehicles were included in the Fiscal Year 2014/2015 Garage CIP
Replacement Fund.
APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT:
316-94241-564100-519 $1,734,452.00
In response to a question, Solid Waste/General Services Assistant Director
John Pittman said staff calculated the total miles by determining the total hours
used multiplied by 27 miles.
12. Official Records and Legislative Services
12.1Appoint Julie Gomez to the Clearwater Housing Authority Board to fill the remainder of
an unexpired term until April 30, 2016. (consent)
There was consensus to appoint Julie Gomez. Staff was directed to place the
agenda item on the Consent Agenda.
12.2Appoint Paul F. Brown to the Library Board with a term to expire February 28, 2019.
(consent)
There was consensus to appoint Paul Brown. Staff was directed to place the
item on the Consent Agenda.
12.3Appoint two members to the Community Development Board with terms to expire
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February 28, 2019.
In response to questions, the City Clerk said there is currently one female on
the board. A landscape architect has never been appointed to the board.
There was council consensus to appoint Christopher Anuszkiewicz with a term
to expire February 28, 2019. Staff was directed to place the appointment on
the consent agenda.
Discussion regarding the second appointment was deferred to Thursday,
February 19, 2015.
13. Legal
13.2Adopt Ordinance 8681-15 on second reading, amending the Clearwater Code of
Ordinances, Appendix A, relating to Parks, Beaches, and Recreation Schedule of
Fees, Rates and Charges Section XI, establishing additional options in lieu of
non-resident card purchase for youth involved in City Co-Sponsored residential youth
groups and disabled United States military veterans.
In June of 2005, the City Council approved Ordinance 7389-05 establishing
new formulas for nonresidents wishing to use City recreation facilities and/or
programs. The formula established at that time has been used for all
nonresidents including youth involved in recreation youth groups and disabled
United States veterans. That formula is as follows:
Department Office/Management Budget + Indirect Overhead - Budgeted
Revenue = Net budget divided by population = subtotal
Subtotal + Capital Improvement Program recovery component + Card
processing fee x surcharge factor = Individual non-resident yearly fee
In an effort to provide a more affordable fee for youth non-residents who
participate in one of the City's recreational youth co-sponsor groups and/or
United States veterans who are disabled, staff is recommending that additional
options in lieu of nonresident card purchase be added.
The new options will provide for the following:
1. Youth registered in a City co-sponsored recreational youth group may
purchase a non-resident individual youth sports card using the same
formula as above less a surcharge factor. (savings of$60; new fee
would be $120)
2. Two or more youth from the same family registered in a City
co-sponsored recreational youth group may purchase a non-resident
multi-youth sports card using the formula for Non-resident individual
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youth sports card X 1.5. (new fee would be $180)
3. Disabled United States military veterans may get a discount on their
non-resident fee based on the percentage rate of their disability. (If
disability is 50% the fee would be 50% less than the current
nonresident fee, which is $180 less 50% or$90.)
These options will allow more nonresident youth and families to participate in
and learn about sports from the various recreational leagues offered by City
cosponsored groups. Nonresident adults and youth make these groups
stronger and provide leadership so they can continue offering sports to the
community and in particular to the residents of Clearwater.
This ordinance also recognizes the contributions and sacrifices of our many
disabled veterans who live in nonresident areas in our county.
Staff has included a Motion to Amend for Council's consideration: replacing the
word residential in the ordinance title with recreational.
13.1Adopt Ordinance 8682-15 on second reading, approving the request from Calvary
Baptist Church (a/k/a First Baptist Church of Clearwater) to vacate two portions of
public right-of-way and an Easement for Right of Way, Sidewalk and Utilities.
(VAC2014-04)
First Baptist Church of Clearwater, Inc. (Calvary) has requested the
right-of-way and easement vacations. None of the areas proposed for vacation
are currently maintained for public use. Calvary owns all adjoining property
and plans to use the property for expansion of its existing facilities located on
the southwest corner of McMullen Booth Road and Drew Street. If vacated,
the City will continue to own fee title to one of the right-of-way portions. At a
later date, staff will submit a recommendation to Council to declare this parcel
as surplus for the purpose of selling the property in accordance with the City's
property surplus procedures.
Affected private utility providers were consulted and each has provided a letter
of no objection to the vacation request.
The Engineering Department conducted an interdepartmental review of the
vacation request. All City service and utility providers, potentially affected by
the vacation, have no objection to the request.
14. City Manager Verbal Reports- None.
15. City Attorney Verbal Reports — None.
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16. Council Discussion Item — None.
17. New Business (items not on the agenda may be brought up asking they be
scheduled for subsequent meetings or work sessions in accordance with Rule 1,
Paragraph 2).
Councilmember Jonson requested that a council discussion item regarding
the undergrounding of utilities on Clearwater Beach, where there is a zero
setback building, be scheduled for a future meeting.
18. Closing Comments by Mayor — None.
19. Adjourn
The meeting adjourned at 10:35 a.m.
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