04/18/2016 Council Work Session Meeting Minutes April 18, 2016
City of Clearwater
City Hall
112 S. Osceola Avenue
Clearwater, FL 33756
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Monday, April 18, 2016
1 :00 PM
Council Chambers
Council Work Session
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Roll Call
Present 5 - Councilmember Hoyt Hamilton, Councilmember Bill Jonson, Mayor
George N. Cretekos, Councilmember Doreen Caudell, and
Councilmember Bob Cundiff
Also Present: William B. Horne II — City Manager, Jill Silverboard —Assistant City City
Manager, Pamela K. Akin - City Attorney, Rosemarie Call - City Clerk,
and Nicole Sprague — Official Records and Legislative Services
Coordinator
To provide continuity for research, items are listed in agenda order although not necessarily
discussed in that order.
1. Call to Order— Mayor Cretekos
The meeting was called to order at 1:00 p.m. at City Hall.
2. Presentations — Given.
2.1 April Service Awards
Four service awards were presented to city employees. The April 2016
Employee of the Month Award was presented to Tim Downes, Police.
2.2 Automated Vehicle - Paul J. Steinman, District Seven Secretary FDOT
Mr. Steinman provided a PowerPoint presentation.
In response to questions, Sec. Steinman said MobileEd provides aftermarket
technologies, a few of the District, HART, and TBARTA's vehicles have been
equipped with the technology. The Department is testing the technology to
identify any glitches. General Motors has partnered with Lyft to improve safety
and potentially removing human error from the equation. Sec. Steinman said
staff is working with PSTA to identify Bus Rapid Transit options from
Clearwater to Clearwater Beach, as well as other technology infrastructure
options available. The only time the Google car crashed was when the driver
did not do what the computer expected. It is anticipated that level 3 automated
vehicles will be available by 2025.
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3. Library
3.1 St. Petersburg College (SPC) Presentation of Joint-Use Library Update (WSO)
SPC will present an update of the joint-use project. Draft copies of Interlocal
and Operating Agreement are available for City Council review. No action will
be taken at this time.
Assistant Library Director Jennifer Obermaier said staff anticipates presenting
the finalized Interlocal Agreement and Operating agreement to Council in
June 2016. Design charrettes will be unveiled to the community April 20 at the
East Library. Ms. Obermaier said the following items remain outstanding and
are not reflected in the draft Interlocal and operating agreement provided to
Council: project costs for moving, public art, technology and shared
technology services, additional staffing to ensure the City could match SPC's
hours of operation, and annual ongoing operating costs.
St. Petersburg College Representative Jim Waechter and Dr. Stan Vittetoe
provided a PowerPoint presentation on the proposed schematics and
construction budget of the joint-use library.
The City Manager said Article 3 of the operating agreement describes the
experience every user, city or college, should receive.
In response to questions, Dr. Vittetoe said the library will have a college
catalog and city catalog, the city uses the Dewey Decimal System, while the
college uses Library of Congress classification system. Ms. Obermaier said
users would have to access the two catalogs to view the available items.
4. Finance
4.1 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report for Fiscal Year 2015. (WSO)
The City's external auditors, Cherry Bekaert LLP, will present the
Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) and the results of the City's
audit for Fiscal Year 2015
Audit Manager Lauren Martin provided a PowerPoint presentation.
The Council recessed from 2:03 p.m. to 3:15 p.m. to meet as the Community
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Redevelopment Agency and the Pension Trustees.
4.2 Approve a contract (purchase order) with APG Electric, Inc. for services necessary for
the City's compliance with the requirements of the National Fire Protection Association
Standard, NFPA 70E, Handbook for Electrical Safety in the Workplace, 2015 edition,
price not to exceed $530,219; and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same.
(consent)
The National Fire Protection Association has produced NFPA 70E, a standard
established to protect electricians from arc flash hazards. A single arc flash
incident can cause catastrophic injury or death. Compliance with NFPA 70E is
required by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). While
the City is not regulated by OSHA, the City is voluntarily compliant with OSHA
standards in the interest of employee safety.
City staff has identified a need for a third party expert to assist the City in
becoming compliant with NFPA 70E. The City issued RFP 05-16 on November
10, 2015. Among the five respondents, the City requested three firms to
deliver verbal presentations. APG Electric, Inc., d.b.a. APG Engineering
(APG), was the successful respondent. Their services under the contract will
include an analysis of 4,929 electrical components. Deliverables include the
following:
• Complete Engineering Analysis and Review of electrical distribution
systems to include Short Circuit, Fault Current, Protective Device
Coordination Study, and Arc Flash Analysis with detailed engineering
analysis and recommendations by a State of Florida Certified
Professional Engineer
• Prepare report with findings and recommendations
• Provide Arc Flash Hazard label per NFPA-70E
• Training and/or training documentation
• Assist the City with upgrading its electrical safety program
Recommendations to be provided by APG will be aimed at reducing the
potential for an arc flash incident. This contract will provide for each electrical
component, with the potential to produce an arc flash, to be labeled. The label
will inform the electrician of the hazard level and the required personal
protective equipment to be used. Ultimately, the service to be provided by
APG under this contract will result in a safer work environment for city
electricians and contractors.
APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT:
A mid-year amendment will increase the City's Central Insurance Fund, cost
code 0590-07590-530100-519 (Professional Services) to fund this contract.
Offsetting revenues will be recognized from Central Insurance Fund reserves.
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USE OF RESERVE FUNDS:
After appropriation of the above $530,219, remaining available Central
Insurance Fund reserves total $17,320,036.
5. Gas System
5.1 Approve an annual blanket purchase order (contract) to Florida Gas Contractors, Inc.,
in the amount of$3,700,000, with the option for two, one-year term extensions to
provide the installation of natural gas mains and service lines (ITB 11-16), and
authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
Florida Gas Contractors (FGC), Inc., located at PO Box 280, Dade City FL
33526, was the lowest and most responsive bidder for Invitation to Bid (ITB)
11-16. FGC currently holds the contract for the installation of gas mains and
service lines and has performed satisfactory work for Clearwater Gas System
(CGS) over the last year. FGC has also provided a Performance Bond and
Proof of Insurance for the period April 1, 2016 through March 31, 2017.
APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT:
CGS has budgeted funds available in account codes 315-96378-563800
($1,850,000) Pasco New Mains and Service Lines and 315-96377-563800
($1,850,000) Pinellas New Mains and Service Lines.
6. Engineering
6.1 Provide direction on the recommended deployment of a one-way pair roadway system
with Coronado Drive and Hamden Drive in the fall of 2016.
The Traffic Operations Division has performed a modeling analysis using traffic
counts at various intersections along Coronado Drive and Hamden Drive.
These traffic counts have been entered into modeling software based on the
Highway Capacity Manual/Synchro and other traffic engineering guidelines.
The analysis and modeling presentation which is part of this item was
conducted to determine the operation impacts of making Coronado Drive
one-way southbound and Hamden Drive one-way northbound on Clearwater
Beach.
Some operational issues and impacts would be as follows: Coronado's
Volume would change from 10950 vehicles per day to 6380 vehicles per day
due to the shift of northbound traffic to Hamden and the shift of southbound
traffic from Hamden. Hamden's Volume would change from 1210 vehicles per
day to 5560 vehicles per day due to the shift of northbound traffic from
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Coronado and the shift of southbound traffic to Coronado. Traffic leaving the
parking garages on Coronado would be required to turn right out of the
garages and either access Fifth Street or Brightwater Drive to go north.
Under this proposal the conversion to one way on Coronado would occur at
First Street. This would allow both northbound lanes on Hamden Drive to turn
right and go north onto Coronado to the roundabout concurrently. This is
because there would be no northbound traffic at that point south of First Street
to conflict with the Hamden movements. All of the connecting side streets
would be two way allowing for very good cross connectivity between Coronado
and Hamden as well as Gulfview Boulevard.
The Traffic Operations Division is requesting guidance on whether or not to
proceed with the one-way pair deployment in the Fall of 2016.
Traffic Operations Manager Paul Bertels provided a model of Hamden Dr. and
Coronado Dr. at peak afternoon traffic during Spring Break and the impact of
the one-way pair scenario. The one-way pairs balances the vehicular traffic
and provides pedestrians one direction of traffic to look. The one-way pairs
increases the capacity on Hamden Dr. and decreases slightly on Coronado
Drive. The one-way pairs will not help individuals get to the beach any faster
but will give more capacity to absorb traffic flows.
In response to questions, Mr. Bertels said the overall network drops from
48.3% capacity utilization to 40.4%' the average daily delay (seconds per
vehicle) goes from 55.3 to 11.2. On First Street, both lanes will be able to
make a right turn free flowing since there will no longer be a northbound
conflict on Coronado Dr.; the left lane will be right or left turn. Staff is studying
the pedestrian/vehicular traffic near the Beach Marina and Pier 60 to
determine how to balance pedestrian and vehicular driver needs. Mr. Bertels
said when the proposal was presented to the beach residents, the residents
on Devon/Brightwater/Bayside were the only ones who opposed the one-way
pairs. If the one-way pair is not implemented now, it will eventually, as there is
no room to widen the roads. At the Wyndham hotel, the proposed
configuration would require northbound drivers to go south to Gulfview Blvd.
and go around the bend. The Wyndham only provides valet parking. Mr.
Bertels said there are three lanes southbound and 2 lanes northbound. In
1974, Court and Chestnut Streets were converted to one-way pairs, there has
been a lot of success with pedestrian crossings in that area.
The City Manager said staff will seek feedback from hoteliers once council
direction is provided.
In response to questions, Mr. Bertels said Gulfview Blvd. was rebuilt under the
Beach Walk scenario to provide a maximum scenic view. Staff does not
recommend Gulfview Blvd. for a one-way pair because of all of the curves.
Traffic going to Sand Key may use the far inside lane on Coronado Dr., a loop
lane, to go to Bayside.
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Discussion ensued with concerns expressed with pedestrian safety in the high
vehicular traffic area. Staff was directed to further analyze impact of one-way
pairs and provide feedback from hoteliers.
6.2 Approve a construction agreement with CSX Transportation of Jacksonville, Florida in
the amount of$374,644.00 for the establishment of a quiet zone along the CSX
railroad line between Lakeview Road and Drew Street and authorize the appropriate
officials to execute same. (consent)
Under the Federal Railroad Administration's (FRA) Train Horn Rule, locomotive
engineers must sound the train horn in advance of all public grade crossings.
To mitigate the impacts of the high decibel train horn, the FRA offers the option
of establishing a quiet zone. For crossings within a quiet zone the CSX
locomotive engineer would cease sounding the train horn at public grade
crossings unless an emergency situation arises.
Establishing a quiet zone between Lakeview Road and Drew Street, based on
direction from City Council in October 2014, requires that the City upgrade the
CSX railroad crossing at Pinellas Street along with upgrading the wiring and
circuitry along the CSX corridor.
The crossing at Pinellas Street is required to be upgraded with quad gates
(railroad arms) to improve safety. The T-intersection crossings at Hendricks
Street and Grove Street are also required to be permanently closed in order to
establish the quiet zone.
Traffic Operations has coordinated with the FRA, CSX, and the State of Florida
on the establishment of the quiet zone and there is a possibility that the State
of Florida may reimburse the City all or part of the $374,644.00.
Additional forms and coordination shall be carried out by Traffic Operations
staff upon execution of the agreement and work shall begin thereafter on the
above mentioned improvements and upgrades.
APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT:
0315-92559-563700-541-000-0000 $374,644
Sufficient funds are available in Capital Improvement Program project
0315-92559, City-Wide Intersections Improvements.
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Traffic Operations Manager Paul Bertels said FDOT has awarded the City a
$420,000-reimbursement grant for the quiet zone.
In response to a question, Mr. Bertels said the quiet zone will go from Drew
Street to Lakeview Road.
6.3 Approve Change Order 1 to Layne Inliner, LLC for Sewer Cleaning and Televising
Inspection in the amount of$840,000; Change Order 1 to Hinterland Group, Inc. for
Trenchless Repairs of the Sanitary Sewer Collection System in the amount of
$360,000 and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
The City has initiated a comprehensive maintenance program to clean,
inspect, rehabilitate and repair existing sanitary sewer pipelines and
manholes throughout the City of Clearwater. The program objective is to
maintain the integrity of the sanitary sewer system and minimize
disruptions in service to our citizens.
February 5, 2015, City Council awarded 2-year contracts to Layne Inliner,
LLC for Sewer Cleaning and Televised Inspections and Hinterland Group,
Inc. for Trenchless Rehabilitation based on unit prices.
Layne Inliner's contract includes cleaning and TV inspection of selected
sanitary sewer systems. This process restores capacity by removing
sediment and obstructions and also accurately identifies defects that
require corrective action.
Hinterland Group's contract includes lining of selected sewer pipeline to
rebuild the pipes' structural integrity according to City Standard
Specifications, limiting inflow and infiltration.
From televised inspections staff reviewed and found it is necessary to
have more cleaning and trenchless rehabilitation work done to stop major
infiltration and pipe failures.
Both contractors have performed excellent work for the City and agreed to
hold their competitive unit pricing to continue the work for the City.
Public Utilities staff will coordinate and direct contractors, on an ongoing
basis, to those areas as needed to meet program goals.
APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT:
0315-96665-563800-535-000-0000 $840,000
0327-96665-563800-535-000-0000 $360,000
Funding is available in Capital Improvement Program project 0315-96665,
Sanitary Sewer Repair and Replacement, in the amount of$840,000.00,
and Utility Renewal and Replacement Program project 0327-96665,
Sanitary Sewer Repair and Replacement, in the amount of$360,000.00
for total funding in the amount of$1,200,000.
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6.4 Approve the Contract for Purchase of Real Property by the City of Clearwater
(Purchase Contract) of certain real property owned by Clearwater Christian College
Private School, Inc. and Easterland Properties, LLC, with a purchase price of
$1,360,000 and total expenditures not to exceed $1,400,000 and authorize the
appropriate officials to execute same, together with all other instruments required to
affect closing. (consent)
The subject property is generally located north of Gulf to Bay Boulevard, east
of Bayshore Boulevard and west of the Clearwater Christian College campus.
The property is comprised of approximately 80 acres of wetlands and six acres
of uplands (the Property). Clearwater Christian College Private School, Inc.
(College) owns the majority of the wetlands and Easterland Properties, LLC
owns an eight-acre parcel along Bayshore that is comprised of wetlands and
uplands. The College is the principal owner of Easterland Properties, LLC
(Easterland).
Under the proposed Purchase Contract, the City will purchase the Property
through a combination of warranty and quitclaim deeds. The quitclaim deed
will be from the College and is intended to eliminate the potential for any future
title conflicts.
The Property is encumbered by a Development Agreement between the City
and the College, and the proposed Purchase Contract is subject to the
termination of the Development Agreement. The Property is also
encumbered by that certain Settlement Agreement by and between the City,
the College and three private party petitioners dated April 26, 2011 (the
Settlement Agreement). The petitioners were nearby residents who
challenged a certain land use plan amendment, applicable to the Property,
which was approved prior to the Development Agreement. The Settlement
Agreement preserves certain environmental elements and imposes certain
development restrictions on the Property. At the College's request, the
proposed Purchase Contract contemplates the conditional approval of an
amendment or release of the Settlement Agreement as long as the City's
intended use for the property survives. If the College brings forth an
amendment or release of the Settlement Agreement that does not impose
restrictions with respect to the City's intended use of the Property, staff will
present same to City Council at a later date.
This proposed acquisition presents a unique opportunity for the City to provide
water quality benefits to Tampa Bay, an impaired water body with a
federally-recognized Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) for Nitrogen. Tampa
Bay is comprised of four bay segments, Old Tampa Bay, Middle Tampa Bay,
Lower Tampa Bay and Hillsborough Bay. The City currently holds FDEP
Wastewater and Stormwater Permits which allow for discharges into the waters
of Old Tampa Bay, surrounding this property. The City is obligated by those
permits to meet Nitrogen loading allocations along with water quality
improvements mandates. The City will use these lands for the purpose of
implementing water quality improvement projects with regional benefit for years
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to come.
As to the purchase price, City staff obtained five value estimates from three
independent appraisals. Two appraisals were performed on behalf of the City
and the other was performed for the College. Appraisals by James Millspaugh
and Associates, Inc and Lee Pallardy, Inc. with valuation dates of October 23,
2015 and November 15, 2015 respectively were performed on behalf of the
City. Integra Realty Resources, Tampa Bay performed an appraisal of the
Easterland property on behalf of the College with a valuation date of June 2,
2015.
Upland Valuation Wetland Valuation
James Millspaugh &Associates, Inc.$960,000 $180,000
Lee Pallardy, Inc. $1,000,000 $135,000
Integra Realty Resources, Tampa Bay $1,180,000 N/A
Acquisition Costs:
Purchase Price $1,360,000
Survey $28,040
Closing Costs $6,900
TOTAL $1,394,940
APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT:
0181-99704-560100-539-000-0000 $463,303
0315-96168-560100-539-000-0000 $936,697
Funding is available in Special Program project 0181-99704, Sembler
Mitigation, in the amount of$463,303 and Capital Improvement Program
project 0315-96168, Stormwater System Expansion, in the amount of$936,697
for total funding of$1,400,000.
6.5 Approve a work order to Engineer- of- Record (EOR) Brown and Caldwell of Tampa,
FL in the amount of$178,849 for engineering services associated with the Marshall
Street Water Reclamation Facility (WRF) Odor Control System and authorize the
appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
This work order provides for an evaluation of the existing odor control units
that are not functional at the Marshall Street WRF and design of proposed
improvements.
The goal of this project is to design the rehabilitation of the existing system
or to replace the system all together to reduce hydrogen sulfide at the
headworks of the plant providing for a safe work environment for
Operations staff in conformance with OSHA guidelines.
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The bid documents for the project are anticipated to be completed 8
months after the Notice to Proceed.
Brown and Caldwell is an FOR for the City of Clearwater, and this work
order was negotiated in accordance with the Consultants Competitive
Negotiations Act.
APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT:
0315-96615-561300-535-000-0000 $178,849.00
Funding is available in Capital Improvement Program project 0315-96615,
Odor Control, to fund this project.
6.6 Approve the First Amendment to the agreement between the City of Clearwater and
the Clearwater Ferry Services, Inc. (FERRY) extending the Time of Performance for
the reimbursement through July 4, 2016 at no additional cost to the City and authorize
the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
March 3, 2016, Council approved an agreement to reimburse the FERRY at
$1.00 per one-way ticket during the hours of 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. for a period from
March 1, 2016 through April 30, 2016. Due to the success of the program, it is
desired to extend the Time of Performance through July 4, 2016 at no
additional cost to the City.
During the period March 1, 2016 through April 3, 2016, the number of 8 am to
10 pm trips on the FERRY has increased from less than one thousand to more
than three thousand per week. At this rate of usage, the time period of the
agreement can be extended through July 4, 2016 without the need to add any
additional funds.
In response to questions, Engineering Assistant Director Scott Rice said the
Ferry has adjusted the schedule to address the wait time experienced over the
weekend. During peak times the Ferry will run on-demand, in addition to the
scheduled service.
6.7 Approve a work order to Engineer of Record (EOR) Tetra Tech, Inc. in the amount of
$99,980 for the Reclaimed Booster Pump Station Chlorine Control Improvements
Project (16-0001-UT) and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same.
(consent)
This work order provides for the evaluation of alternatives, design,
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permitting, and bidding of improvements at the Skycrest, Union and Drew
Street Reclaimed Water Pump Stations.
The design phase is anticipated to be completed by December 2016,
followed up by the construction phase currently anticipated to begin in April
2017.
Tetra Tech, Inc. is one of the City's Engineers-of-record, and this work
order was negotiated in accordance with the Consultants Competitive
Negotiations Act.
APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT:
0327-96654-561300-535-000-0000 $99,980
Funding is available in Utility Renewal and Replacement Program project
0327-96654, Facilities Upgrade and Improvements to fund this project.
7. Planning
7.1 Approve a scope of services for AECOM as Engineer of Record for the design,
engineering and production of construction documents and all related design services
for permitting for specified tasks identified in the Clearwater North Marina Area Master
Plan. (consent)
This scope will encompass the following key elements of the North Marina
Master Plan (NMMP): existing parking area and Seminole Street modifications;
waterfront boardwalk; Pinellas Trail connection; new boat and trailer parking
lot; new car parking lot; new floating docks; new landscape and green space
improvements including enhanced stormwater treatment; and conceptual
design for enhancements to the existing park land owned by West Coast
Inland Navigation District (WCIND). AECOM will prepare and submit permit
applications, plans and supporting documents to the appropriate agencies or
departments for review and approval.
The project goal is to improve the infrastructure of the Old Bay/North Marina
area. These proposed improvements will provide users of the north marina as
well as the surrounding community with enhanced parking, upgraded features
to promote increased use by residents and other users, and aesthetic
improvements with landscaping and proposed park amenities.
Coupled with other regulatory changes, these improvements will encourage
private sector investment and expanded use in a manner to complement
community, encourage additional area resident use, provide greater amenities,
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and utilize sustainable features as an integral component of design.
For these and other reasons, it is recommended that the City Council approve
the scope of services for Engineer of Record AECOM for the work outlined.
APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT:
A mid-year budget amendment will transfer General Fund reserves to special
program 181-99888, ULI Report Implementation, in the amount of$375,000 to
fund this contract.
USE OF RESERVE FUNDS:
Funding for this contract will be provided by a mid-year budget amendment
allocating General Fund reserves in the amount of$375,000 to special
program 99888, ULI Report Implementation. Inclusive of this item if approved,
a net total of$1,918,646 of General Fund reserves has been appropriated by
Council to fund expenditures in the 2015/16 operating budget. The remaining
balance in General Fund reserves is approximately $29.8 million, or 23.9% of
the current General Fund operating budget.
In response to questions, Planning and Development Director Michael Delk
said AECOM is a global firm. The scope of work will not include everything
defined in the North Marina Master Plan. The Seminole Ramp will be a
substantive project on its own. The item before Council will have a substantial
impact on the opportunity to market the ramp and marina area for alternative
uses identified in the Plan. Assistant City Manager Jill Silverboard said the
proposed template provided to Council identified the funding needed to move
forward with some of the recommendations. Staff is still working on identifying
the estimates. Staff anticipates presenting the template with the proposed
budget to Council in June. Marine and Aviation Director Bill Morris said the
cost to replace 60 slips at the beach marina, with no environmental issues, is
approximately$2.4 million. Ms. Silverboard said this project will include a
dredging piece that will alter the cost. Mr. Delk said staff anticipates this
project will encourage private sector investment and broaden the scope of use
of the Seminole Boat Ramp area, using the industrial use of the ramp for the
boats to be attractor to the neighborhood and the area community.
Staff was directed to take Item 7.1 off the Consent Agenda.
7.2 Award a contract for professional services pursuant to Request for Proposals (RFP)
04-16 to HR and A Advisors, Inc. for the Imagine Clearwater: Downtown Waterfront
Master Plan Project as described in the Scope of Services for a lump sum fee of
$378,000, and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
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The creation of a master plan for the bluff/waterfront area was identified as a
priority project by the Urban Land Institute (ULI) Advisory Services Panel
during their study of Downtown Clearwater in June, 2014. RFP 4-16 was
prepared to solicit consulting services to develop such plan with the primary
objectives of better connecting the bluff and the waterfront with the remainder
of downtown, creating a strategy for economic development, activating the
waterfront, defining a parking strategy and creating opportunities for waterfront
events to benefit downtown businesses. The RFP also called for the inclusion
of a robust public engagement process and an implementation strategy to
transform the area into a signature waterfront area connected to the
commercial area.
On November 18, 2016, notice of RFP 04-16 was posted on the City's website,
as well as the websites of the American Planning Association and the
Congress for New Urbanism. A total of eight firms submitted proposals by the
January 8, 2016 deadline including: Design Collective; Dover, Kohl, & Partners;
GAI Consultants, Inc.; HR &A Advisors, Inc.; Stantec's Urban Places Group;
TBG Partners; Urban Design Associates and Zyscovich Architects.
On January 22, 2016, the City's Evaluation Committee comprised of
representatives of the Planning and Development, Economic Development and
Housing, Engineering, Parks and Recreation and Marine and Aviation
Departments short-listed six of those firms: Design Collective; GAI
Consultants; HR &A Advisors, Inc.; Stantec's Urban places Group; Urban
Design Associates; and Zyscovich Architects. Interviews were conducted on
February 25 and 26, 2016 and on March 3, 2016 HR & A Advisor's, Inc. was
selected as the top-ranked firm.
The proposed scope of services calls for the following major tasks in the
development of the waterfront master plan:
• review and analysis of existing conditions (demographic, economic, real
estate market, and physical conditions including circulation and parking,
parks and open space, public realm and opportunities assessment of
major parcels and sites within the study area);
• development of framework plan that address circulation, open space
and catalyst projects;
• development of infrastructure cost estimates for public investments;
• development of action plan/implementation strategy (considers factors
such as market potential, property ownership, policy, etc.; and
• preparation of draft and final master plan
Each task builds upon the previous one and includes development of ideas and
refinements after public input is received. Two opportunities for City Council
review and input will also occur once the draft framework plan is prepared and
then again after the draft master plan is prepared. Public engagement with the
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citizens of Clearwater will occur at seven meetings at three points during the
master planning process. A stakeholder coalition made up of a diverse group
of community constituents will also be formed to participate in the process.
Additionally, social media and a project website will be used to provide
information to the community, as well as provide a mechanism for input. The
Planning and Development Department will also conduct outreach activities to
community, business and neighborhood groups. Presentations will also be
made to City council for input. The conceptual framework plan will be
presented to City Council for feedback as well as the draft Master Plan.
The Planning and Development Department recommends that City Council
award the contract to HR &A Advisors, Inc.
APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT:
Funding for this contract is available in the CRA Project Fund 388-94885, ULI
Implementation, to be authorized by the CRA at their April 18, 2016 meeting.
7.3 Approve the annexation, initial Future Land Use Map designation of Residential Estate
(RE) and initial Zoning Atlas designation of Low Density Residential (LDR) District for
1790 McCauley Road; and pass Ordinances 8865-16, 8866-16 and 8867-16 on first
reading. (ANX2016-02004)
This voluntary annexation petition involves one parcel of land totaling 1.25
acres. The parcel is occupied by a single family dwelling and is located on the
west side of McCauley Road approximately 1,000 feet south of Sunset Point
Road. The applicant is requesting annexation in order to receive solid waste
service from the City. The property is not contiguous to existing city limits;
however, it is in an enclave surrounded by city property on all sides (Type A)
and is eligible for annexation pursuant to the Interlocal Service Boundary
Agreement with Pinellas County. It is proposed that the property be assigned a
Future Land Use Map designation of Residential Estate (RE) and the zoning
category of Low Density Residential (LDR).
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 and sanitary sewer service from
the City. Collection of solid waste will be provided to the property by the
City. The property is located within Police District III and service will be
administered through the district headquarters located at 2851 North
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McMullen Booth Road. Fire and emergency medical services will be
provided to this property by Station 48 located at 1700 North Belcher
Road. The City has adequate capacity to serve this property with 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
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 Estate (RE) Future Land Use Map category
is consistent with the current Countywide Plan designation of this
property. The Residential Estate (RE) designation primarily permits
residential uses at a density of 1 unit per acre. The proposed zoning
district to be assigned to the property is the Low Density Residential
(LDR). The use of the subject property is consistent with the uses
allowed in the Low Density Residential (LDR) District and the property
exceeds the District's minimum dimensional 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 not contiguous to City
boundaries but is located in a Type A Enclave; therefore, the
annexation is consistent with the Interlocal Service Boundary
Agreement authorized by Florida Statutes Chapter 171.204.
In response to questions, Planning and Development Director Michael Delk
said holding a referendum to annex the one property in an enclave not served
by the Clearwater Police Department may be possible but that process has
never been pursued in Clearwater. The City has a history of serving similar
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properties incrementally.
7.4 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 2109 Burnice Drive and 2173, 2174, and 2185 Bell Cheer Drive; and pass
Ordinances 8871-16, 8872-16 and 8873-16 on first reading. (ANX2016-02006)
These voluntary annexation petitions involve four parcels of land totaling 1.029
acres. The parcels are occupied by single-family dwellings and are located
generally south of Druid Road, east of South Hercules Avenue, north of
Lakeview Road, and west of South Belcher Road. The applicants are
requesting annexation in order to receive solid waste service from the City and
will be connected to city sewer as part of the Belcher Area Sewer System
Extension Project. The properties located at 2109 Burnice Drive and 2174 Bell
Cheer Drive are contiguous to existing City limits along at least one property
boundary. The properties located at 2173 and 2185 Bell Cheer Drive are not
contiguous to existing city limits; however, they are in an enclave surrounded
by city property on all sides (Type A) and are eligible for annexation pursuant
to the Interlocal Service Boundary Agreement with Pinellas County. It is
proposed that the properties be assigned a Future Land Use Map designation
of Residential Low (RL) and the zoning category of Low Medium Density
Residential (LMDR).
The Planning and Development Department determined that the proposed
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.
All of the applicants have paid the sewer impact fee in full, and will be
connected to the City sewer system once it is 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 this
property by Station 47 located at 1460 Lakeview Road. 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.
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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 these
properties. The Residential Low (RL) 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). The uses of the subject properties are consistent
with the uses allowed in the Low Medium Density Residential (LMDR)
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 at 2109 Burnice Drive and 2174 Bell
Cheer Drive are contiguous to existing City limits along at least one property
boundary; therefore, the annexations are consistent with Florida Statutes
Chapter 171.044. The properties proposed for annexation located at 2173 and
2185 Bell Cheer Drive are not contiguous to City boundaries but are located in
a Type A Enclave; therefore, the annexations are consistent with the Interlocal
Service Boundary Agreement authorized by Florida Statutes Chapter 171.204.
7.5 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 1635 Sherwood Street; together with certain right-of-way of Lynn Avenue;
and pass Ordinances 8868-16, 8869-16 and 8870-16 on first reading.
(ANX2016-02005)
This voluntary annexation petition involves a single parcel of land totaling 0.166
acres. The parcel is occupied by a single-family dwelling and is located on the
southeast corner of Sherwood Street and Lynn Avenue. The applicant is
requesting annexation in order to receive solid waste service from the City. The
property is located in an enclave and is contiguous to existing city limits to the
north, south, east and west. The Development Review Committee is proposing
that the 0.268 acres of abutting Lynn Avenue right-of-way not currently within
the city limits also be annexed. It is proposed that the property be assigned a
Future Land Use Map designation of Residential Low (RL) and a Zoning Atlas
designation of Low Medium Density Residential (LMDR).
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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 and sewer service from the City.
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 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 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 this
property. This designation primarily permits residential uses at a
density of 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 and the property exceeds the District's minimum
dimensional 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
limits to the north, south, east and west; therefore, the annexation is
consistent with Florida Statutes Chapter 171.044.
7.6 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 1216 Aloha Lane, 1310 Idlewild Drive, 1915 Macomber Avenue, 2047 and
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2049 Poinsetta Avenue, 1273 Sedeeva Circle North, 1209 and 1212 Sheridan Road
and 1227 Union Street as well as Preservation (P) Future Land Use Map designation
and Preservation (P) Zoning Atlas designation for 1915 Macomber Avenue; together
with certain Aloha Lane, Douglas Avenue, Sheridan Road, Union Street and Poinsetta
Avenue right-of-way; and pass Ordinances 8847-16, 8848-16 and 8849-16 on first
reading. (ATA2016-02001)
The City of Clearwater Public Utilities Department expanded 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. A significant number of properties within the project boundaries were in
unincorporated Pinellas County. Since 2013, 115 properties have voluntarily
annexed into the City as a result of this project, which was completed in August
2015. The Planning and Development Department has identified an additional
13 parcels in the Idlewild/The Mall Septic-to-Sewer Project area with recorded
ATAs that can be annexed into the City (see concurrent cases ATA2016-02002
and ATA2016-02003). This application includes nine of those properties that
had agreements recorded between 2013 and 2015.
The subject properties are occupied by nine detached dwellings on 1.289
acres of land. All properties are contiguous to existing city limits along at least
one property boundary. The Development Review Committee is proposing that
2.345-acres of right-of-way not currently within the City also be annexed,
including portions of Aloha Lane, Poinsetta Avenue, Sheridan Road, Douglas
Avenue and Union Street. It is proposed that all properties be assigned the
Future Land Use Map designation of Residential Urban (RU) and that 1915
Macomber Avenue also be assigned the Preservation (P) designation. The
properties will be assigned the Low Medium Density Residential (LMDR)
zoning category, while 1915 Macomber Avenue will also be assigned the
Preservation (P) zoning category.
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:
• All of the properties currently receive water service from the City.
Collection of solid waste will be provided to the properties by the City.
Eight of the parcels have already been connected to the City's sanitary
sewer system. The owner of the remaining parcel, 1212 Sheridan
Road, is aware that the City's sewer impact and assessment fees must
be paid in full in order to connect and of the financial incentives
available. 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 these 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
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• 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 these
properties. This designation primarily permits residential uses at a
density of 7.5 units per acre. The Preservation (P)future Land Use
category on 1915 Macomber Avenue is consistent with the current
Preservation (P) boundary which was placed on the Countywide Plan
Map to recognize the watershed and drainage features on the property.
The proposed zoning district to be assigned to the properties is the Low
Medium Density Residential (LMDR) District, while 1915 Macomber
Avenue will also be assigned the Preservation (P) District. The use of
the subject properties is consistent with the uses allowed in the District
and eight of the properties exceed the District's minimum dimensional
requirements. The property located at 1915 Macomber Avenue meets
the District's minimum dimensions through the 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 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.
7.7 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 2040 Poinsetta Avenue, 1208 and 1210 Sunset Point Road; together with
certain Sunset Point Road and Douglas Avenue right-of-way; and pass Ordinances
8850-167 8851-16 and 8852-16 on first reading. (ATA2016-02002)
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The City of Clearwater Public Utilities Department expanded 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. A significant number of properties within the project boundaries were in
unincorporated Pinellas County. To date, 124 properties have voluntarily
annexed into the City as a result of this project, including the nine properties
annexed through ATA2016-02001 (also on this City Council agenda). This
application includes three properties in the Idlewild/The Mall Septic-to-Sewer
Project area that had agreements recorded between 2011 and 2014 which can
now be annexed into the City.
The subject properties are occupied by three detached dwellings on 0.477
acres of land. All properties are contiguous to existing city boundaries in at
least one direction. The Development Review Committee is proposing that
0.677-acres of Sunset Point Road and Douglas Avenue right-of-way not
currently within the City also be annexed. It is proposed that the properties 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:
• All of the properties currently receive water and sewer service from the
City. Collection of solid waste will be provided to the properties by the
City. 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 these properties with 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 these
properties. This designation primarily permits residential uses at a
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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 use of the subject properties is consistent with the
uses allowed in the District and all of the properties exceed the District's
minimum dimensional requirements. The proposed annexation is
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
limits along at least one property boundary. Therefore, the annexation
is consistent with Florida Statutes Chapter 171.044.
7.8 Approve the annexation, initial Future Land Use Map designation of Residential Urban
(RU) for 1224 Sunset Point Road and initial Zoning Atlas designation of Low Medium
Density Residential (LMDR) District; together with certain Sunset Point Road
right-of-way; and pass Ordinances 8853-16, 8854-16 and 8855-16 on first reading.
(ATA2016-02003)
The City of Clearwater Public Utilities Department expanded 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. A significant number of properties within the project boundaries were in
unincorporated Pinellas County. To date, 127 properties have voluntarily
annexed into the City as a result of this project, including the nine properties
annexed in through ATA2016-02001 and the three properties annexed in
through ATA2016-02002 (both also on this City Council agenda). This
application includes one property in the Idlewild/The Mall Septic-to-Sewer
Project area with an ATA recorded in 2014 that can now be annexed into the
City.
This application consists of one property, which is occupied by one detached
dwelling on 0.121 acres of land and is contiguous to existing city boundaries to
the west. The Development Review Committee is proposing that 0.075-acres
of Sunset Point right-of-way 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 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:
• This property currently receives water and sewer service from the City.
Collection of solid waste will be provided to the property by the City.
The parcel has already been connected to the City's sanitary sewer
system. The property is located within Police District II and service will
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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 this property with 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 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 and the property exceeds the District's minimum dimensional
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 west. Therefore, the annexation is consistent with
Florida Statutes Chapter 171.044.
7.9 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 1712 Grove Drive; and pass Ordinances 8897-16, 8898-16 and 8899-16 on
second reading. (ANX2014-10021)
This annexation request was passed on first reading on December 8, 2014 and
involves a 0.193-acre property consisting of one parcel located on the west
side of Grove Drive approximately 330 feet north of State Road 590. The
property is located within an enclave and is contiguous to existing city
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boundaries to the north, south, east and west.
Second reading of this annexation request was delayed because the applicant
was constructing a single family home on this parcel under the County's
jurisdiction. The construction has been completed and a Certificate of
Occupancy issued so second reading can now take place.
A Future Land Use Map designation of Residential Low (RL) and a Zoning
Atlas designation of Low Medium Density Residential (LMDR) were approved
for the property on first reading.
Due to the amount of time that has lapsed since that hearing, new ordinance
numbers have been assigned to reflect the current year (previous Ordinance
numbers: 8627-15, 8628-15 and 8629-15), so a third and final reading will also
be scheduled at the May 5, 2016 meeting.
7.10Approve 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 1484 Grove Circle Court; and pass Ordinances 8874-16, 8875-16 and
8876-16 on first reading. (ANX2016-02007)
This voluntary annexation petition involves a 0.233-acre property consisting of
one parcel of land occupied by a single-family dwelling. It is located on the
north side of Grove Circle Court, approximately 170 feet west of North
Highland Avenue. The applicant is requesting annexation in order to receive
solid waste service from the City, and will be connected to city sewer as part of
the Grove Circle Court Sewer Expansion Project. The property is contiguous to
existing city boundaries to the east and west. It is proposed that the property
be assigned a Future Land Use Map designation of Residential Low (RL) and
the 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
will connect to the City's sanitary sewer service when it is available, and
is aware of the sewer impact fee that must be paid in full in order to
connect, as well as the financial incentives available. 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
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• 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 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 property.
The Residential Low (RL) designation primarily permits residential uses
at a density of 5 units per acre. The proposed zoning district to be
assigned to the property is the Low Medium Density Residential
(LMDR). The use of the subject property is consistent with the uses
allowed in the Low Medium Density Residential (LMDR) District and the
property exceeds the District's minimum dimensional 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 the existing City
boundaries to the east and west; therefore, the annexation is consistent
with Florida Statutes Chapter 171.044.
7.11Approve a request for termination of a Development Agreement as amended between
the City of Clearwater and Clearwater Christian Private School Inc.; authorize the City
Council and all appropriate officials to execute the Termination and Release of the
Development Agreement as Amended; and adopt Resolution 16-05.
Clearwater Christian College Private School, Inc., the property owner,
previously requested amendments to the City's Future Land Use Map and
Zoning Atlas, which were approved by City Council in October 2010
(LUZ2010-06002). The 2010 amendments increased the amount of area
designated Institutional (1) on the City's Future Land Use Map and Zoning Atlas
(expanded Institutional area) in order to accommodate growth of the college.
Concurrent with the map amendments, City Council also approved a
development agreement, which establishes a master plan for the developed
portion of the property, and sets forth certain encumbrances as outlined below
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(DVA2010-06001, as amended). The property owner has received several
extensions to the development agreement in order to seek approval of the final
jurisdictional line as required in the agreement, with the most recent extension
providing until January 23, 2017 to receive such approval.
The City has entered into contract negotiations to purchase approximately 111
acres of property from Clearwater Christian College, including a large portion,
which is governed by the Development Agreement, as amended. Purchasing
the property would create an opportunity for the City to provide water quality
benefits to Tampa Bay, an impaired waterbody with a federally-recognized
Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) for Nitrogen, through future water quality
improvement projects. While the projects envisioned will differ from those
outlined within the agreement as part of the Mitigation Plan, the overall
outcome and Bay benefits realized will be the same. The City would like to
remove the encumbrances in place through the development agreement prior
to purchasing the property from the college. For this reason, the City and
college are requesting a mutual, conditional termination of the development
agreement, conditioned upon the City's purchase of a portion of the college's
land. Additionally, the purchase contract is subject to the termination of the
development agreement.
Key provisions of the agreement, as amended, are highlighted below:
• Establishes a Master Plan Area (28.55 acres) and a Mitigation Area
(102.5 acres);
• Restricts development of the property to a maximum of 750 dormitory
beds and a maximum FAR of 0.169;
• Requires the Developer to seek approval from the appropriate state
and federal agencies (Southwest Florida Water Management District,
Florida Department of Environmental Protection, U.S. Army Corps of
Engineers) for an approved mitigation plan in the Mitigation Plan Area
prior to the issuance of land clearing and building permits;
• Requires the City to process the amendments to the future land use
map and zoning designations under LUZ2010-06002; and
• Requires that, in the event of termination, the property be returned to its
current future land use map and zoning designations (prior to LUZ2010-
06002)
Termination of a Development Agreement:
The City of Clearwater and Clearwater Christian College are requesting a
mutual, conditional termination of the development agreement, conditioned
upon the City's purchase of a portion of the college's land, pursuant to section
163.3237, Florida Statutes.
The Community Development Board will review the proposed termination at its
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April 19, 2016 meeting and make a recommendation to the Council. The
Planning and Development Department will report the recommendation at the
City Council meeting.
In response to questions, Planning Manager Lauren Matzke said much of the
College's master plan was built on the extension of land by impacting
wetlands, development would have to be in substantial conformance with the
master plan that was part of the development agreement. The soccer field was
in an area that was proposed to be expanded (upland portion). The
Institutional use for the college property remains. Ms. Matzke said the
boundaries will shift in some areas that were previously designated
Institutional over preservation/wetland areas, the two following agenda items
will address the zoning. The City Attorney said the College is marketing the
reaming upland property. Part of the site the City is purchasing cuts across
Damascus Road for access. Environmental Manager Ed Chesney said
Damascus Road is a city road, any improvements to Damascus Road would
require city approval.
7.12Approve a Future Land Use Map Amendment from the Institutional (1), Preservation
(P), Recreation/Open Space (R/OS), and Water/Drainage Feature designations to the
Institutional (1), Commercial General (CG), Preservation (P), Recreation/Open Space
(R/OS), Residential Low (RL), and Water/Drainage Feature designations for property
located at 3400 Gulf-to-Bay Boulevard; and pass Ordinance 8895-16 on first reading.
(LUP2016-03003)
The subject site is comprised of four parcels of land 131.05 acres in area. It is
located on the north side of Gulf-to-Bay Boulevard approximately 900 feet east
of Bayshore Boulevard. The property is owned by Clearwater Christian
College Private School, Inc, and is occupied by the college's facilities (now
closed). The City and college are requesting a mutual, conditional termination
of the development agreement governing the site (DVA2016, as amended),
conditioned upon the City's purchase of a portion of the college's land (request
being considered concurrently with this case). The original development
agreement states that upon termination, the property shall return to its current
[as of the time of execution of the development agreement] future land use and
zoning designations. Therefore, the City is initiating amendments to the Future
Land Use Map to amend the future land use designations for the parcels from
the Institutional (I), Preservation (P), Recreation/Open Space (R/OS), and
Water/Drainage Feature categories to the Institutional (I), Commercial General
(CG), Preservation (P), Recreation/Open Space (R/OS), Residential Low (RL),
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and Water/Drainage Feature categories in order to comply with this provision
(refer to concurrent case REZ2016-03003).
The Planning and Development Department has determined that the proposed
Future Land Use Map amendment is consistent with the Community
Development Code as specified below:
• The proposed amendment is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan,
the Countywide Plan Rules, and the Community Development Code.
• The proposed amendment is compatible with the surrounding property
and character of the neighborhood.
• Sufficient public facilities are available to serve the property.
• The proposed amendment will not have an adverse impact on the
natural environment.
• The proposed amendment will not have an adverse impact on the use
of property in the immediate area.
In accordance with the Countywide Plan Rules, this land use plan amendment
is subject to the approval of the Pinellas Planning Council and the Board of
County Commissioners acting as the Countywide Planning Authority. The
application is a large-scale amendment so review and approval by the Florida
Department of Economic Opportunity (Division of Community Planning) is also
required.
The Community Development Board will review the proposed amendments at
its April 19, 2016 meeting and make a recommendation to the Council. The
Planning and Development Department will report the recommendation at the
City Council meeting.
In response to questions, Planning Manager Lauren Matzke said the
commercial designation on the southern side of the proposed zoning map
would revert back to commercial general. Ms. Matzke said without mitigation,
impacts to wetlands cannot be done. An administrative adjustment can be
pursued to restore the categories to preservation.
7.13Approve a Zoning Atlas Amendment from the Institutional (1), Preservation (P), and
Open Space/Recreation (OS/R) Districts to the Institutional (1), Commercial (C),
Preservation (P), Low Density Residential (LDR), and Open Space/Recreation (OS/R)
Districts for property located at 3400 Gulf-to-Bay Boulevard; and pass Ordinance
8896-16 on first reading. (REZ2016-03003)
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The subject site is comprised of four parcels of land 131.05 acres in area. It is
located on the north side of Gulf-to-Bay Boulevard approximately 900 feet east
of Bayshore Boulevard. The property is owned by Clearwater Christian
College Private School, Inc, and is occupied by the college's facilities (now
closed). The City and college are requesting a mutual, conditional termination
of the development agreement governing the site (DVA2016, as amended),
conditioned upon the City's purchase of a portion of the college's land (request
being considered concurrently with this case). The original development
agreement states that upon termination, the property shall return to its current
[as of the time of execution of the development agreement] future land use and
zoning designations. Therefore, the City is initiating amendments to the Zoning
Atlas to amend the zoning designations for the parcels from the Institutional (I),
Preservation (P), and Open Space/Recreation (OS/R) Districts to the
Institutional (I), Commercial (C), Preservation (P), Low Density Residential
(LDR), and Open Space/Recreation (OS/R) Districts in order to comply with
this provision (refer to concurrent case LUP2016-03003).
The Planning and Development Department has determined that the proposed
Future Land Use Map amendment is consistent with the Community
Development Code as specified below:
• The proposed amendment is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan,
the Countywide Plan Rules, and the Community Development Code.
• The proposed amendment is compatible with the surrounding property
and character of the neighborhood.
• Sufficient public facilities are available to serve the property.
• The proposed amendment will not have an adverse impact on the
natural environment.
• The proposed amendment will not have an adverse impact on the use
of property in the immediate area.
The Community Development Board will review the proposed amendments at
its April 19, 2016 meeting and make a recommendation to the Council. The
Planning and Development Department will report the recommendation at the
City Council meeting.
8. Marine & Aviation
8.1 Approve a Lease (No. 520010893) with the Board of Trustees of the Internal
Improvement Trust Fund (TIIF) of the State of Florida for use of sovereign submerged
lands beneath Pier 60 through April 1, 2021, authorize the appropriate officials to
execute same, and adopt Resolution 16-11.
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The 5-year lease renewal document prepared by the State for use of
submerged land under Pier 60 terminated April 1, 2016. The lease premises
underlay the Pier 60 footprint on Clearwater Beach and include 14,450 square
feet, more or less, of state bottomlands.
On February 1, 2016, the Marine and Aviation Department provided timely
notice to the Department of Environmental Properties (DEP), Bureau of Public
Land Administration of the City's interest in renewing the subject lease for
another five years. The renewal is processed after the new rates come out
annually in March.
The lease remains substantially unchanged except for the annual Consumer
Price Index increases. The City paid an annual lease fee for 2016/2017 of
$5,607.08 on April 4, 2016, from the Pier 60 operating budget. The DEP
bases this fee on a rate chart category of two times the aquatic preserve with
natural shoreline. The charge was .343812 times the 14,450 square foot of
bottomland. The cost of renewing the lease instrument for five years is
$639.00.
On January 1, 2006, the DEP implemented a new rule whereby all revenue
taken in annually from April through March for fish admission, general
admission, and fish passes must be reported. This amount is multiplied by 6%
and the annual lease fee is subtracted from it. Any balance remaining is
payment required back to the DEP.
The income made on admission and fish passes from April 2015 through
March 2016 was $279,873.70. This amount times 6% is $16,792.42. Because
this is more than the 2015/2016 base fee of$4,892.74, the city will owe the
DEP an additional $11,899.68 from the Pier operating fund.
APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT:
Funds are available in cost code 010-01374-544300, Land Rent, to fund this
agreement.
9. Public Utilities
9.1 Approve a Blanket Purchase Order (contract) to Water Specialists Technologies LLC
of Sanford, FL in the amount of$183,700.00 for the purchase of copper precipitant
TR-50 for a one-year period, May 1, 2016 through April 30, 2017, and authorize the
appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
The City of Clearwater owns and operates three Water Reclamation Facilities
(WRF) and must comply with regulatory requirements as set forth in the
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operating permits issued through the Florida Department of Environmental
Protection (FDEP). TR-50 is a copper precipitant that is used to maintain
permit compliance for copper removal limitations in effluent discharged into
receiving surface waters. The FDEP permitted effluent limit for copper is 3.7
parts per billion.
This is a proprietary, sole source product as referenced in the Clearwater Code
of Ordinances, Section 2.564(1)(b). TR-50 was selected for use in 2006 after
an extensive engineering study was undertaken to select the product best
capable of allowing the City's facilities to meet FDEP permit requirements,
while not causing any toxicity, creating any chemical interaction side effects,
and being the most cost-effective. Water Specialists Technologies is the sole
source and manufacturer of TR-50. They hold patent number 4,943,377 for
Thio-Red, a method for removing dissolved heavy metals from waste oils,
industrial wastewaters, or any polar solvent. Thio-Red is the primary ingredient
in TR-50, and Water Specialists Technologies is the sole manufacturer of this
product. Water Specialists Technologies does not currently have any other
TR-50 distributors within the state of Florida.
This product has met all expectations and has performed very well. It has not
exhibited any toxicity and has not created any chemical interaction related
ill-effects. The plants have met the FDEP/USEPA copper limitation ever since
the chemical began being used.
Water Specialists Technologies has held Clearwater's discounted price for this
chemistry at or below their distributors' pricing for many years. The sole source
letter also reflects our arrangement for the return of used totes, an offer that is
not extended to any of their other customers.
APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT:
0421-01351-551000-535-000-0000 $77,154.00 Fiscal Year 15/16
0421-01351-551000-535-000-0000 $106,546.00 Fiscal Year 16/17
Sufficient funding is available in the Water& Sewer Utility Fund operating cost
center 0421-01351, Wastewater Environmental Technologies Operations, in
the amount of$77,154.00 to fund the current fiscal year's cost of the contract.
The funding for the remaining balance of$106,546.00 occurring in fiscal year
2017 will be included in the Water and Sewer Utility Fund recommended
operating budget from the Public Utilities Director.
9.2 Approve an annual blanket purchase order (contract) to H and H Liquid Sludge
Disposal, Inc. of Branford, FL, in the annual amount of$596,400.00, with the option
for two, one-year term extensions for the purchase of biosolids services (ITB 21-16),
and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
The City of Clearwater's Water Reclamation Facilities (WRF) produce a
residual product (biosolids) that requires hauling and disposal.
The contractor is required to provide two basic services: (1) remove and
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dispose of stabilized (Class B) dewatered biosolids_from the Marshall Street
and Northeast WRFs; and (2) transport unstabilized liquid domestic
wastewater residuals from the City's East WRF to the Northeast WRF for
treatment and dewatering. In addition, alternate services as outlined in the
RFP, and for which unit prices were provided in the contractor's bid, may be
provided at the City's direction should specific emergency conditions develop
at one or more of our facilities.
The contractor accepts full responsibility and liability for the hauling and
disposal of residuals from the points of loading from the source facility, in
accordance with Chapter 62-640, F.A.C., and shall be responsible to comply
with existing Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP), the
United States Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) residuals treatment
and disposal regulations, all other applicable federal, state and local
regulations, and any changes made to these regulations during the contract
period.
The City's current contract for the hauling and disposal of biosolids expires
April 30, 2016. In response to the request for proposal ITB 21-16, three
responses were received March 24, 2016. H and H Liquid Sludge Disposal,
Inc. represented the lowest responsive, responsible bidder for Base Bid
Services at$26.05/wet ton for stabilized biosolids cake removal and disposal
and $0.0345/gallon for unstabilized liquid sludge transport.
The contract will be effective for an initial one-year period in the annual amount
of$596,400.00 with two, one-year renewal options. Years two and three allow
for cost increases based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI) or Producer Price
Index (PPI), not to exceed 5% of the prior annual amount; a maximum of
$626,220.00 (year two) and $657,531.00 (year three).
APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT:
0421-01351-530300-535-000-0000 $250,700.00 Fiscal Year 15/16
0421-01351-530300-535-000-0000 $345,700.00 Fiscal Year 16/17
Sufficient funding is available in the Water and Sewer Utility Fund operating
cost center 0421-01351, Wastewater Environmental Technologies Operations,
in the amount of$250,700.00 to fund the current fiscal year's cost of the
contract. The funding for the remaining balance of$345,700.00 occurring in
fiscal year 2017 will be included in the Water and Sewer Utility Fund
recommended operating budget from the Public Utilities Director.
10. Official Records and Legislative Services
10.1 Reappoint Denise L. Rosenberger to the Airpark Advisory Board with a term to expire
April 30, 2020. (consent)
APPOINTMENT WORKSHEET
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BOARD: Airpark Advisory Board
TERM: 4 Years
APPOINTED BY: City Council
FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE: Not required
RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT: City of Clearwater
SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS: None
MEMBERS: 5
CHAIRPERSON: Denise L. Rosenberger
MEETING DATES: Quarterly (1st Wed.) - Feb., May, Aug., Nov.
PLACE: Chambers - 3 p.m.
APPOINTMENTS NEEDED: 1
THE FOLLOWING ADVISORY BOARD MEMBER HAS A TERM WHICH
EXPIRES AND NOW REQUIRES REAPPOINTMENT FOR A NEW TERM.
(AT THIS TIME THERE ARE NO INTERESTED NOMINEES THAT WISH TO
BE CONSIDERED)
1. Denise L. Rosenberger - 15 N. Meteor Ave., 33765 - Floral Designer
Original Appointment: 7/17/08
(0 Absences in the last year)
Interest in reappointment: Yes - (serving 2nd term until 4/30/16)
Zip codes of current members on board:
2 - 33755
1 - 33759
1 - 33765
1 - 33767
Note -At this time, there are no other applicants on file.
There was consensus to reappoint Ms. Rosenberger. Staff was directed to
place the item on the Consent Agenda.
10.2Appoint one member to the Parks and Recreation Board to fill the remainder of an
unexpired term through May 31, 2018.
APPOINTMENT WORKSHEET
BOARD: Parks and Recreation Board
TERM: 4 years
APPOINTED BY: City Council
FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE: Not Required
RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT: City of Clearwater
SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS: None
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MEMBERS: 7
CHAIRPERSON: Ric Ortega
MEETING DATES: Quarterly (4th Tues.) - Jan., April, July, Oct.
PLACE: Long Center - 6:30 p.m.
APPTS. NEEDED: 1
THE FOLLOWING ADVISORY BOARD MEMBER HAS RESIGNED AND
NOW REQUIRES REPLACEMENT BY A NEW APPOINTEE:
1. Carmen Santiago - 1101 Tuskawilla Drive, #2, 33756 -Victim/Witness
Coord.
Original Appointment - 5/15/14
(was serving 1st term to expire 5/31/18)
THE NAMES BELOW ARE BEING SUBMITTED FOR CONSIDERATION TO
FILL THE ABOVE VACANCY:
1. Kristin Langley - 1101 Maximo Avenue, 33759 - Consultant
2. Michelle Thomann-Ramirez - 10 S. Keystone Dr., 33755 -Art
Educator/Artist
Zip codes of current members on board:
1 at 33755
1 at 33756
1 at 33761
1 at 33764
1 at 33765
1 at 33767
There was consensus to appoint Ms. Langley. Staff was directed to place the
item on the Consent Agenda.
10.3Reschedule the June 2, 2016 Council Meeting to Tuesday, May 31, 2016 at 6:00 p.m.
and cancel the May 31 work session scheduled at 1:00 p.m. (consent)
The Mayor and City Manager have been invited to attend Clearwater High
School's graduation ceremony on June 2, 2016 at 7:00 p.m. at Bright House
Field.
Council has scheduled a council meeting on Thursday, June 2, 2916 at 6:00
p.m.
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Staff is recommending cancelling the work session scheduled on May 31 at
1:00 p.m. and holding a council meeting only that week.
Staff was directed to confirm if Wednesday, June 1 at 6:00 p.m. was available.
10.4Appoint councilmembers as representatives to serve on Regional and Miscellaneous
Boards.
There was consensus to appoint Councilmember Cundiff to the Homeless
Leadership Board, Tampa Bay Estuary Policy Board, School Transportation
Safety/Collaborative Board, Pension Advisory Committee, and
Councilmember Caudell to the Downtown Development Board.
Councilmember Jonson was appointed to the Tampa Bay Partnership.
Staff was directed to place the item on the Consent Agenda.
11. Legal
11.1 Request authority to institute a civil action on behalf of the City against Gulfcoast
Concrete Service, Inc. to recover $704.36 for damages to city property. (consent)
On November 6, 2014, employees of Gulfcoast Concrete Service, Inc. hit 3
feet of a 2-inch gas service line with a bobcat front loader. The cost to repair
the gas line was $704.36.
Demand letters have been sent to Gulfcoast Concrete Service, Inc. but no
response has been received.
Costs relative to this action will include a $175 filing fee, and fees for service of
process of approximately $60.
APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT:
0-590-07000-545900-519-000-000
11.2Request for authority to institute a civil action on behalf of the City against Malcolmson
Construction Company, Inc. to recover $1,692.42 for damages to city property.
(consent)
On March 7, 2014, a Malcolmson Construction Company, Inc. crewmember
scraped the top of a 2-in. main line with a backhoe. On March 20, 2014, a
Malcolmson Construction Company, Inc. crewmember hit a tap and broke a
2-in. main line with a backhoe. The cost to repair the gas lines was $1,692.42.
Several letters have been sent to Malcolmson Construction Company, Inc. but
no response has been received.
Costs relative to this action will include a $175 filing fee, and fees for service of
process of approximately $60.
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APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT:
0-590-07000-545900-519-000-000
11.3Request for authority to institute a civil action on behalf of the City against Salser
Construction, LLC to recover $7,671.23 for damages to city property. (consent)
On May 14, 2014, a Salser Construction, LLC crew member cut a 2-in. gas
main line in half with a trackhoe. The cost to repair the gas line was $7,671.23
Several letters have been sent to Salser Construction, LLC but no response
has been received.
Costs relative to this action will include a $300 filing fee, and fees for service of
process of approximately $60.
APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT:
0-590-07000-545900-519-000-000
11.4Request for authority to institute a civil action on behalf of the City against Duke
Energy Florida, LLC to recover$19,886.34 for damages to city property. (consent)
On April 22, 2014, a Duke Energy Florida, LLC crewmember ran a pole auger
into the top of a 6-in. Drisco gas service line. The cost to repair the gas line
was $19,886.34.
Several letters have been sent to Duke Energy Florida, LLC but no response
has been received.
Costs relative to this action will include a $300 filing fee, and fees for service of
process of approximately $60.
APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT:
0-590-07000-545900-519-000-000
Item pulled.
11.5Request for authority to institute a civil action on behalf of the City against
GopowerFree, LLC to recover $565.09 for damages to city property. (consent)
On November 7, 2014, a GopowerFree, LLC crewmember cut through a 5/8-in.
gas service line with a post hole digger. The cost to repair the gas line was
$565.09.
Several letters have been sent to GopowerFree, LLC but no response has
been received.
Costs relative to this action will include a $175 filing fee, and fees for service of
process of approximately $60.
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APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT:
0-590-07000-545900-519-000-000
11.6Request for authority to settle the case of Bernadette Dean vs. City of Clearwater
Case No. 14-009368-CI for $100,000. (consent)
On January 8, 2011, a city vehicle struck the vehicle driven by Bernadette
Dean. As a result of the collision, Ms. Dean suffered injuries, some of which
eventually required surgery. She continues to be treated for her injuries. She
has incurred medical bills in excess of$200,000.
Authority is being sought to settle this case for$100,000, in exchange for
which the City will receive a full release and the civil action will be dismissed
with prejudice.
APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT:
0-590-07000-545900-519-000-000
In response to a question regarding policy, Police Chief Daniel Slaughter said
the policy states that lights and sirens are to be used on the way to an
emergency and certainly while clearing an intersection, there is a portion of the
policy that allows an officer to operate the lights without the sirens in certain
circumstances.
A comment was made that this was the second incident of the same kind in the
last couple months. Chief Slaughter said in response to a series of crashes in
early 2015, the command staff incorporated some changes in how accident
reviews were handled and looking at the risk history, the changes have
produced positive results.
In response to a criticism that the Downtown Waterfront Master Plan is not
moving fast enough, the City Manager made a comment that Planning and
Development Director Michael Delk is very project focused and is the reason a
global picture cannot always be provided as it relates to the project.
12. City Manager Verbal Reports
13. City Attorney Verbal Reports — None.
14. Council Discussion Item
14.1 County Blue Laws - Mayor Cretekos
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At a recent Mayor's Council meeting, Mayor Cretekos said St. Petersburg
Mayor Kriseman raised this issue of extending the County Blue Law so that
liquor could be sold at restaurants before 11:00 a.m. on a Sunday. Mayor
Kriseman asked for a vote on the issue and the vote was not unanimous so he
deffered the issue to the County.
The City Clerk said that due to a lack of consensus, the County Commission is
requesting all cities to provide input on whether there would be an issue within
the jurisdiction with starting liquor sales at 8:00 a.m.
A comment was made that the earlier sales would be extended to stores that
sold liquor.
In response to questions, Chief Slaughter said he does not see a huge impact
by starting the sale of liquor earlier on a Sunday, he has only heard
discussions on the need for a cut off time. He said there is an issue with
alcohol on the sand.
Discussion ensued with comment made that staff has not heard of any
requests from local businesses for an early sale time. There was consensus
to not take a vote and to wait for the County Commission to adopt a
countywide ordinance and let them know the City would prefer to keep the
earlier sales times for restaurants and not for point of sale
establishments. Chief Slaughter said the ordinance does delineate between
restaurants and stores.
15. 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). — None.
16. Closing Comments by Mayor
17. Adjourn
The meeting adjourned at 5:09 p.m.
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