08/16/2017
City Council Meeting Minutes August 16, 2017
City of Clearwater
City Hall
112 S. Osceola Avenue
Clearwater, FL 33756
Meeting Minutes
Wednesday, August 16, 2017
6:00 PM
Council Chambers
City Council
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Roll Call
Present:
4 - Mayor George N. Cretekos, Vice Mayor Hoyt Hamilton,
Councilmember Doreen Caudell and Councilmember Bill Jonson
Absent:
1 - Councilmember Bob Cundiff
Also Present:
William B. Horne II – City Manager, Jill Silverboard – Deputy City
Manager, Micah Maxwell – Assistant 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 6:00 p.m. at City Hall.
2. Invocation – rev. Eric Eichinger from Bethel Lutheran Church
3. Pledge of Allegiance – Vice Mayor Hamilton
4. Special recognitions and Presentations (Proclamations, service awards, or other
special recognitions. Presentations by governmental agencies or groups providing
formal updates to Council will be limited to ten minutes.) – Given.
4.1
August Service Awards
One service award was presented to a city employee.
4.2
End of Session Report - The Honorable Larry Ahern, Florida House of Representatives
Provided a summary report of the 2017 State Legislative Session.
5. Approval of Minutes
5.1
Approve the minutes of the August 3, 2017 City Council Meeting as submitted in written
summation by the City Clerk.
Councilmember Jonson moved to approve the minutes of the
August 3, 2017 City Council Meeting as submitted in written
summation by the City Clerk. The motion was duly seconded and
carried unanimously.
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6. Citizens to be heard re items not on the agenda
Kathleen Ferris supported preserving the open space in Coachman Park
for families, kids and adults where the City could host weekend art and
dance events and individuals could picnic. She supported the installation
of permanent restroom facilities, water fountains and a butterfly garden.
Daniel Haluba supported the passage of the additional homestead
exemption initiative and expressed concerns regarding increased utility
fees. He stated that the City is unresponsive to citizens' needs.
7. Consent Agenda – Approved as submitted, less Items 7.3, 7.4 and 7.5
7.1
Approve the settlement of liability claim 17000156-0001, Carmelo and Socorro Liwage,
for payment not to exceed $123,000 and authorize the appropriate officials to execute
same. (consent)
7.2
Approve the settlement of liability claim 17000157-0001, Ben and Emilie Carter, for
payment not to exceed $122,000 and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same.
(consent)
7.3
Approve Pinellas County Tourist Development Council (TDC) grant agreement for the
Eddie C. Moore Fields 8 and 9 press box construction and renovation, in the amount of
$495,000, between Pinellas County and the City of Clearwater and authorize the
appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
See below
7.4
Approve Pinellas County Tourist Development Council (TDC) grant agreement for the
redesign and renovations of Ruth Eckerd Hall (REH), in the amount of $5,500,000,
between Pinellas County and the City of Clearwater and authorize the appropriate
officials to execute same. (consent)
See below.
7.5
Approve Pinellas County Tourist Development Council (TDC) grant agreement for the
Countryside Sports Complex renovations and construction, in the amount of $1,900,000,
between Pinellas County and the City of Clearwater and authorize the appropriate
officials to execute same. (consent)
See below
7.6
Approve a contract (purchase order) to Wannemacher Jenson Architects, Inc. of St.
Petersburg, FL, in the amount of $152,000 for architectural and engineering services for
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the design of a new building to house restrooms, concession, pressbox, storage, meeting
rooms and lockers at the Countryside Sports Complex located at 3060 McMullen Booth
Road and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
7.7
Approve a proposal by Construction Manager at Risk, Keystone Excavators, Inc. of
Oldsmar, Florida, in the amount of $149,410, for site work and construction to complete
the entry way at the Florida Veteran War Memorial at Crest Lake Park and authorize the
appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
7.8
Approve a lease agreement between the InterCultural Advocacy Institute, Inc. and the City
of Clearwater for the premises located at 612 Franklin Street, Clearwater, Florida, for a
period commencing November 1, 2017 and terminating on October 31, 2020, and
authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
7.9
Renew the revised Financial Assistance Agreement between the Florida Department of
Law Enforcement and the City of Clearwater, necessary to facilitate a current mutual aid
agreement between the two entities, effective upon execution through June 30, 2018, and
authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
7.10
Accept and approve a Sovereign Submerged Lands Easement on, under and across
Clearwater Harbor from the Board of Trustees of the Internal Improvement Trust Fund of
the State of Florida, for the installation of a subaqueous sanitary sewer force main, as a
part of the Clearwater Memorial Causeway Subaqueous Pipeline Project; and authorize
the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
7.11
Approve Engineer of Record (EOR) contracts with Erickson Consulting Engineers, Inc.,
Reuben Clarson Consulting and Woods Consulting for a period through July 24, 2019
and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
7.12
Approve Amendment 1 to Southwest Florida Water Management District (SWFWMD)
Cooperative Funding Agreement (N632) for Hillcrest Bypass Culvert (13-0042-EN)
extending the expiration date through August 9, 2019 and authorize the appropriate
officials to execute same. (consent)
7.13
Approve the extension of Fire Protection Services Agreement between Pinellas County
Fire Protection Authority and City of Clearwater for one additional two-year term through
September 30, 2019 and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
7.14
Approve Purchase Orders in the amount of $70,936.80 and $91,992.29 to Bibliotheca of
Norcross, GA, for the purchase of Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) System and
Automated Materials Handler, and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same.
(consent)
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7.15
Approve an increase of $200,000 to the purchase agreement (blanket purchase order)
with Waste Management Inc. of Florida for Class III waste disposal at their site for the
period October 1, 2016 through September 30, 2017, including a one-year renewal, and
authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
7.16
Award a contract (purchase order) to Pinellas County Solid Waste for an operating
expenditure of $3,700,000 for the disposal of solid waste at the Pinellas County
waste-to-energy plant/landfill for the period October 1, 2017 through September 30,
2018, as provided in the City’s Code of Ordinances, Section 2.564 (1) (d), Services
provided by Other Governmental Entities, and authorize the appropriate officials to
execute same. (consent)
7.17
Award a contract (purchase order) to Tampa Bay Trane of Tampa, FL, in the amount of
$296,400 to replace chiller and pumps at City Hall, per proposal 25-FL-150609, in
accordance with Sec. 2.564(1)(d), Code of Ordinances - Other governmental contracts
and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
7.18
Reappoint Councilmember Doreen Caudell to serve as the City’s representative on the
Forward Pinellas Board with a term to expire September 12, 2021. (consent)
7.19
Appoint Jennifer Christou-Wood to the Parks and Recreation Board to fill the remainder
of an unexpired term through January 31, 2021. (consent)
Councilmember Caudell moved to approve the Consent Agenda as
submitted, less Items 7.3 through 7.5, and authorize the appropriate
officials to execute same. The motion was duly seconded and
carried unanimously.
7.3
Approve Pinellas County Tourist Development Council (TDC) grant agreement for the
Eddie C. Moore Fields 8 and 9 press box construction and renovation, in the amount of
$495,000, between Pinellas County and the City of Clearwater and authorize the
appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
The City has been awarded a grant from TDC in the amount of $495,000 for
redesign and renovation of the Eddie C. Moore 8 & 9 press box, bathroom,
meeting room and concession stand, located at 2780 Drew Street.
The Eddie C. Moore 8 & 9 project consisted of renovating the existing building
and adding a second story that houses a modern press box for both fields as
well as meeting facilities. The restrooms were expanded, especially the
women’s restroom to accommodate the participants and spectators to the
facility. In addition, storage and a trainer’s and conditioning room were added
on the first floor. In conjunction with these new additions and enhancements,
upgrades were made to the technology at the facility to provide video streaming
capability for internet and television.
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The total project cost was $679,902 which consisted of $495,000 in TDC grant
funding, $175,000 in Penny III funding and the remainder from general funds.
This project was completed in February, 2016 and has been in use for the past
18 months, with nothing but praise from all who have had the opportunity to visit
and use the facility.
Parks and Recreation Director Kevin Dunbar said the Board of County
Commissioners modified the agreement yesterday, clarifying the
reimbursement process. In addition, the agreement was modified to
include a right to audit provision and additional years of marketing
support.
In response to a question, Mr. Dunbar said the grant agreement was
approved by a 6-1 vote.
Vice Mayor Hamilton moved to approve Pinellas County Tourist
Development Council (TDC) grant agreement for the Eddie C. Moore
Fields 8 and 9 press box construction and renovation, in the
amount of $495,000, between Pinellas County and the City of
Clearwater and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same.
The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
7.4
Approve Pinellas County Tourist Development Council (TDC) grant agreement for the
redesign and renovations of Ruth Eckerd Hall (REH), in the amount of $5,500,000,
between Pinellas County and the City of Clearwater and authorize the appropriate
officials to execute same. (consent)
The City has been awarded a grant from TDC in the amount of $5,500,000 for
redesign and renovations to Ruth Eckerd Hall located at 1111 McMullen Booth
Road.
These funds will be part of the REH overall capital fund raising campaign to
raise $27,000,000 for renovations and improvements.
These project funds will be disbursed over a two-year period and be used
specifically for enhancements of the west lobby and dress circle, renovation to
the box office, ticket canopy, ticket kiosk and marquee sign.
Funds will be transferred to REH as they will be managing the project for the
City.
No additional operating impacts are needed to support this project.
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Parks and Recreation Director Kevin Dunbar said the Board of County
Commissioners modified the agreement yesterday, clarifying the
reimbursement process. In addition, the agreement was modified to
include a right to audit provision and additional years of marketing
support.
It was stated that the audit provision is not of REH but of the TDC funds
granted to REH.
Councilmember Jonson moved to approve Pinellas County Tourist
Development Council (TDC) grant agreement for the redesign and
renovations of Ruth Eckerd Hall (REH), in the amount of $5,500,000,
between Pinellas County and the City of Clearwater and authorize
the appropriate officials to execute same. The motion was duly
seconded and carried unanimously.
7.5
Approve Pinellas County Tourist Development Council (TDC) grant agreement for the
Countryside Sports Complex renovations and construction, in the amount of $1,900,000,
between Pinellas County and the City of Clearwater and authorize the appropriate
officials to execute same. (consent)
The City has been awarded a grant from TDC in the amount of $1,900,000 for
renovations to the Countryside Sports Complex (CSC) located at 3060
McMullen Booth Road.
These funds will assist the City in the demolition and consolidating of various
smaller buildings servicing the CSC into one new building which will consist of
restrooms, concession, meeting rooms, locker, storage and press box.
Additional work to include improved drainage, parking lot, lighting, and field
improvements (enhancements).
The overall project will be phased in over 2 years.
The City Council will be considering awarding a contract for the design of the
new building at the August 16, 2017 meeting.
It is anticipated that the project will be completed by July, 2018 prior to the 2018
Countryside Cougar Youth Football season.
The current total budget for the project is $2,888,000. Staff continues to work
on securing additional funds from the State and other municipalities to assist
with this project.
Minimal additional operating impacts if any are needed to support this project as
this is a renovation and many of the inefficient structures currently in use will be
replaced.
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The approval of this grant and the renovation of the park are consistent with the
Parks and Recreation Master Plan Update 2013.
Parks and Recreation Director Kevin Dunbar said the Board of County
Commissioners modified the agreement yesterday, clarifying the
reimbursement process. In addition, the agreement was modified to
include a right to audit provision and additional years of marketing
support.
Councilmember Caudell moved to Approve Pinellas County Tourist
Development Council (TDC) grant agreement for the Countryside
Sports Complex renovations and construction, in the amount of
$1,900,000, between Pinellas County and the City of Clearwater and
authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. The motion was
duly seconded and carried unanimously.
Public Hearings - Not before 6:00 PM
8. Administrative Public Hearings
8.1
Approve amendments to the Clearwater Comprehensive Plan Coastal Management
Element, addressing the statutory requirements for the 2015 Peril of Flood Florida
Senate Bill 1094; and pass Ordinance 9048-17 on first reading. (CPA2017-02001)
This proposed ordinance contains numerous amendments to the goals,
objectives and policies of the Coastal Management Element of the Clearwater
Comprehensive Plan. Most of the proposed amendments address the six
components of Senate Bill 1094 (2015), “An Act relating to the peril of flood”
(Peril of Flood) which requires that a local governments’ Coastal Management
Element include a coastal redevelopment component that address how to
“eliminate inappropriate and unsafe development in the coastal areas when
opportunities arise.” The most substantial amendment is the creation of new
Goal E.2, and its objectives and policies.
New Goal E.2 includes seven objectives and 22 total policies, several of which
were already within the City’s Comprehensive Plan but are proposed to be
relocated under this new Goal. The seven proposed objectives touch on:
development and redevelopment in the City being planned and managed to
reduce risk and losses due to various factors; hazard mitigation efforts to
reduce flood risk in coastal areas; the City’s continued efforts to educate
residents about flood risks and programs that aim to reduce flood hazards;
adapting the built environment to address impacts of sea level rise; proposing
the City create an Adaptation Action Area(s) by 2020; ensure public
infrastructure construction or reconstruction is being evaluated against flooding
vulnerabilities and sea level rise; and evaluating and identifying if public
investments should be rebuilt or relocated to maximize their effective life span.
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Additional amendments to the Element aim to make it more comprehensible.
This is achieved through limited reorganization of certain objectives and/or
policies, and also by modifying certain existing objectives. Also, there are
instances where outdated language is being updated to more appropriate terms
(e.g., changing “coastal high hazard area” to “coastal storm area” in
renumbered Policy E.4.1.1). There are also new policies proposed to be added
under existing objectives which aim to bolster those objectives (e.g., adding
new Policies regarding post-disaster redevelopment planning).
Lastly, maps E-1A, E-1B, E-2 and E-3 are all being updated. Maps E-1A and
E-1B are the Coastal Storm Area maps for the City which must be updated to
reflect updated Sea, Lake and Overland Surges from Hurricanes (SLOSH)
model data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)
effective in 2016. This new SLOSH data is also utilized to create Maps E-2 and
E-3, the hurricane storm surge areas and hurricane evacuation zones, which
are also proposed to be amended.
The Community Development Board (CDB) reviewed the proposed amendment
at its meeting on June 16, 2017 and unanimously recommended the
amendment for approval.
As this is a text amendment to the Clearwater Comprehensive Plan, review and
approval by the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity is required. As
part of the state review, the proposed amendments will be transmitted to the
various State agencies and Pinellas County for review prior to second reading
(adoption) by City Council, which is anticipated to occur in November.
In response to questions, Planning Manager Lauren Matzke said second
reading will occur in November. The City shall designate adaptation action
areas and identify locations by 2020.
Councilmember Caudell moved to approve amendments to the
Clearwater Comprehensive Plan Coastal Management Element,
addressing the statutory requirements for the 2015 Peril of Flood
Florida Senate Bill 1094. The motion was duly seconded and carried
unanimously.
Ordinance 9048-17 was presented and read by title only. Vice Mayor
Hamilton moved to pass Ordinance 9048-17 on first reading. The
motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
Ayes:
4 - Mayor Cretekos, Vice Mayor Hamilton, Councilmember Caudell and
Councilmember Jonson
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8.2
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 1715 Lakeview Road; together with all abutting Lakeview Road and South Duncan
Avenue rights-of-way; and pass Ordinances 9055-17, 9056-17 and 9057-17 on first
reading. (ANX2017-06012)
This voluntary annexation petition involves a 0.213-acre property consisting of
one parcel of land occupied by a single family home. The parcel is located on
the southwest corner of Lakeview Road and South Duncan Avenue. The
applicants are requesting annexation in order to receive solid waste and
sanitary sewer service from the City. The property is located within an enclave
and is contiguous to existing city limits to the north and west. The Development
Review Committee is proposing that the 0.498 acres of abutting Lakeview Road
and South Duncan Avenue rights-of-way not 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).
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 closest
sanitary sewer line is located in the adjacent Lakeview Road
right-of-way. The applicants understand that the sewer impact and
assessment fees must be paid in full prior to connection and are aware
of the additional costs to extend City sewer service to this property. 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 47 located at 1460 Lakeview Road. 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 annexation of a variety of land uses located within the
Clearwater Planning Area.
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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
Low Medium Density Residential (LMDR). 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 and west; therefore, the annexation is consistent with Florida
Statutes Chapter 171.044.
Councilmember Jonson moved to 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 1715 Lakeview Road; together with all abutting
Lakeview Road and South Duncan Avenue rights-of-way. The
motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
Ordinance 9055-17 was presented and read by title only.
Councilmember Caudell moved to pass Ordinance 9055-17 on first
reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote
was:
Ayes:
4 - Mayor Cretekos, Vice Mayor Hamilton, Councilmember Caudell and
Councilmember Jonson
Ordinance 9056-17 was presented and read by title only. Vice Mayor
Hamilton moved to pass Ordinance 9056-17 on first reading. The
motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
Ayes:
4 - Mayor Cretekos, Vice Mayor Hamilton, Councilmember Caudell and
Councilmember Jonson
Ordinance 9057-17 was presented and read by title only.
Councilmember Jonson moved to pass Ordinance 9057-17 on first
reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote
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was:
Ayes:
4 - Mayor Cretekos, Vice Mayor Hamilton, Councilmember Caudell and
Councilmember Jonson
8.3
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 809, 907, 915 Glen Oak Avenue East, 3053 Grand View Avenue, 3058 Hoyt Avenue,
3040 and 3077 Merrill Avenue, 3080 Terrace View Lane and 3127 Wolfe Road, and 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 3136
San Jose Street; and pass Ordinances 9058-17, 9059-17 and 9060-17 on first reading.
(ANX2017-06013)
These voluntary annexation petitions involve 2.132-acres of property consisting
of ten parcels of land occupied by single-family dwellings. The properties are
located generally north of Drew Street, south of SR 590, and within ¼ mile west
or east of North McMullen Booth Road. The applicants are requesting
annexation in order to be connected to the City sanitary sewer as part of the
Kapok Terrace Sanitary Sewer System Extension Project. The properties are
located within an enclave and are contiguous to existing city boundaries on at
least one side. It is proposed that the property at 3136 San Jose Street be
assigned a Future Land Use Map designation of Residential Urban (RU) and the
remaining properties be assigned Residential Low (RL). All properties are
proposed to be assigned a Zoning Atlas designation of Low Medium Density
Residential (LMDR). The Planning and Development Department determined
that the proposed annexations are consistent with the provisions of Community
Development Code Section 4-604.E as follows:
The properties currently receive water service from the City of
Clearwater. The applicants will connect to the City’s sanitary sewer
service when it is available, and are aware of the fee that must be paid in
order to connect and the financial incentives available. Collection of
solid waste will be provided by the City of Clearwater. The properties are
located within Police District III and service will be administered through
the district headquarters located at 2851 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 the properties with sanitary sewer, solid waste, police, fire and
EMS service. 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
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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 Urban (RU) and Residential Low (RL) 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, and 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 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
boundaries on at least one boundary; therefore the annexations are
consistent with Florida Statutes Chapter 171.044.
Councilmember Caudell moved to 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 809, 907, 915 Glen Oak Avenue East, 3053 Grand
View Avenue, 3058 Hoyt Avenue, 3040 and 3077 Merrill Avenue,
3080 Terrace View Lane and 3127 Wolfe Road, and 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 3136 San Jose Street. The motion
was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
Ordinance 9058-17 was presented and read by title only. Vice Mayor
Hamilton moved to pass Ordinance 9058-17 on first reading. The
motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
Ayes:
4 - Mayor Cretekos, Vice Mayor Hamilton, Councilmember Caudell and
Councilmember Jonson
Ordinance 9059-17 was presented and read by title only.
Councilmember Jonson moved to pass Ordinance 9059-17 on first
reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote
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was:
Ayes:
4 - Mayor Cretekos, Vice Mayor Hamilton, Councilmember Caudell and
Councilmember Jonson
Ordinance 9060-17 was presented and read by title only.
Councilmember Caudell moved to pass Ordinance 9060-17 on first
reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote
was:
Ayes:
4 - Mayor Cretekos, Vice Mayor Hamilton, Councilmember Caudell and
Councilmember Jonson
8.4
Approve amendments to the Clearwater Comprehensive Plan Utilities Element to
address the City of Clearwater’s Potable Water Supply Facilities Work Plan (2016-2026
Planning Period) and pass Ordinance 9062-17 on first reading. (CPA2017-06002)
This proposed ordinance contains amendments to the Utilities Element of the
Clearwater Comprehensive Plan to include updated information based on the
recent update to the Potable Water Supply Facilities Work Plan (2016-2026),
completed by Tetra Tech, Inc.
Section 163.3177, Florida Statutes, requires local governments to update their
comprehensive plans, including their 10-year Water Supply Facility Work Plans,
to incorporate relevant water supply options, conservation initiatives, and
updated service area projections within 18 months after the approval of the
regional water supply plan. The Southwest Florida Water Management District
(SWFWMD) approved its updated Regional Water Supply Plan on November
17, 2015.
The City last updated its water supply work plan and this section of the
Comprehensive Plan in 2012, at which time it ensured consistency with the
requirements in the statutes for this required element; therefore, this
amendment involves updating existing policies, previously found to be in
compliance with state requirements, based on more current data, and updates
Map D-2 Potable Water Wells and Wellhead Protection Zones to reflect the
current number of wells in service and well locations.
The Community Development Board (CDB) reviewed the proposed amendment
at its meeting on July 18, 2017 and unanimously recommended the amendment
for approval.
As this is a text amendment to the Clearwater Comprehensive Plan, review and
approval by the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity is required. As
part of the state review, the proposed amendments will be transmitted to the
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various State agencies and Pinellas County for review prior to second reading
(adoption) by City Council, which is anticipated to occur in November.
Vice Mayor Hamilton moved to approve amendments to the
Clearwater Comprehensive Plan Utilities Element to address the
City of Clearwater’s Potable Water Supply Facilities Work Plan
(2016-2026 Planning Period). The motion was duly seconded and
carried unanimously.
Ordinance 9062-17 was presented and read by title only.
Councilmember Jonson moved to pass Ordinance 9062-17 on first
reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote
was:
Ayes:
4 - Mayor Cretekos, Vice Mayor Hamilton, Councilmember Caudell and
Councilmember Jonson
9. Second Readings - Public Hearing
9.1
Adopt Ordinance 9032-17 on second reading, vacating a portion of a 40 foot
Right-of-Way of Wildwood Street (Plat), from the northerly Right-of-Way line of Park Lane
to the southerly Right-of-Way line of Smallwood Circle, Glenwood Subdivision, as
recorded in Plat Book 8, Page 14, subject to a drainage and utility easement which is
retained over the entire vacated portion thereof.
Ordinance 9032-17 was presented and read by title only.
Councilmember Caudell moved to adopt Ordinance 9032-17 on
second and final reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon
roll call, the vote was:
Ayes:
4 - Mayor Cretekos, Vice Mayor Hamilton, Councilmember Caudell and
Councilmember Jonson
9.2
Adopt Ordinance 9051-17 on second reading, vacating the south 28 feet of public
Right-of-Way of Vernon Street approximately 170 feet west of South Washington Avenue,
abutting Lots 21 and 22 of Tennessee Terrace Subdivision, as recorded in Plat Book 11,
Page 85.
Ordinance 9051-17 was presented and read by title only. Vice Mayor
Hamilton moved to adopt Ordinance 9051-17 on second and final
reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote
was:
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Ayes:
4 - Mayor Cretekos, Vice Mayor Hamilton, Councilmember Caudell and
Councilmember Jonson
9.3
Adopt Ordinance 9061-17 on second reading, amending Clearwater Code of
Ordinances Appendix A, Article XXIV, Section (3)(E) relating to stormwater management
utility rates.
Ordinance 9061-17 was presented and read by title only.
Councilmember Jonson moved to adopt Ordinance 9061-17 on
second and final reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon
roll call, the vote was:
Ayes:
4 - Mayor Cretekos, Vice Mayor Hamilton, Councilmember Caudell and
Councilmember Jonson
9.4
Adopt Ordinance 9064-17 on second reading, vacating the 10 food drainage and utility
easement along the east line of Lot 11 of Countryside Tract 56, Unit 1, as recorded in
Plat Book 80, Pages 33, 34, and 35.
Ordinance 9064-17 was presented and read by title only.
Councilmember Caudell moved to adopt Ordinance 9064-17 on
second and final reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon
roll call, the vote was:
Ayes:
4 - Mayor Cretekos, Vice Mayor Hamilton, Councilmember Caudell and
Councilmember Jonson
9.5
Adopt Ordinance 9065-17 on second reading, vacating the west 7 feet of a 10 foot utility
easement along the east line of Lot 49 of Forest Wood Estates, as recorded in Plat Book
69, Page 17.
Ordinance 9065-17 was presented and read by title only. Vice
Hamilton moved to adopt Ordinance 9065-17 on second and final
reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote
was:
Ayes:
4 - Mayor Cretekos, Vice Mayor Hamilton, Councilmember Caudell and
Councilmember Jonson
9.6
Continue to September 7, 2017: second reading of Ordinance 9054-17, amending the
rates for domestic water, lawn water, reclaimed water and wastewater collection.
Councilmember Jonson moved to continue Item 9.6 to September 7,
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2017. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
10. City Manager Reports
10.1
Support designating a portion of S.R. 60 between the Hillsborough County line and
Mandalay Avenue in Clearwater, Florida as a National Purple Heart Trail and naming that
portion of S.R. 60 a Purple Heart Trail and adopt Resolution 17-25.
The Florida Legislature successfully passed Senate Bill 368 during the 2017
Legislative Session that designated the portion of S.R. 60 between the
Hillsborough County line and Mandalay Avenue in Clearwater as a “Purple Heart
Trail.”
In order for the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) to place markers
on the trail, Section 334.071 of the Florida Statutes requires a resolution from
the City of Clearwater and Pinellas County supporting the designation.
The Board of Pinellas County Commissioners has considered a similar
resolution of support at their August 1, 2017 meeting.
If approved, FDOT will place and maintain appropriate markers/signs
designating said highway at the Florida Veterans Memorial Plaza at Crest Lake
Park, at the Hillsborough/Pinellas County line along Courtney Campbell
Causeway, and at Mandalay Avenue Flag Plaza at Pier 60 Park.
In response to questions, Parks and Recreation Director Kevin Dunbar
said no signs have been placed for the roundabout. Signs are typically
installed at the beginning and end of the trail. The Blue Star designation
is a general tribute to all armed forces. The Purple Heart designation is
specific to those members of the military who received a Purple Heart.
Mr. Dunbar said there is no problem having a dual designation on SR
60.
Councilmember Caudell moved to support designating a portion of
S.R. 60 between the Hillsborough County line and Mandalay Avenue
in Clearwater, Florida as a National Purple Heart Trail and naming
that portion of S.R. 60 a Purple Heart Trail. The motion was duly
seconded and carried unanimously.
Resolution 17-25 was presented and read by title only. Vice Mayor
Hamilton moved to adopt Resolution 17-25. The motion was duly
seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
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Ayes:
4 - Mayor Cretekos, Vice Mayor Hamilton, Councilmember Caudell and
Councilmember Jonson
10.2
Establish a new Capital Improvement Project entitled Jack Russell Stadium Practice
Field Renovations (CIP 315-93674) for the renovations of the practice field located
behind the right outfield wall of Jack Russell Stadium and approve the transfer of
$550,000 from general fund reserves to fund this project.
Prior to the 2017 season, the Tampa Bay Rays replaced their synthetic turf field
at Tropicana Field and donated the turf that was removed to the City. The
current turf field at Jack Russell Stadium was originally installed by the
Philadelphia Phillies over 20 years ago and should have been replaced much
sooner. Players still use the area for practice and training but it is limited due
to the condition of the existing turf.
This practice field will allow not only our current home teams and user groups
(i.e., Clearwater High School and St. Petersburg College) but other college and
higher level competitive teams to use the area for training and practice.
The projected cost to install the donated turf from the Rays is $550,000 which
includes an area of about 225 ft. by 225 ft., improved lighting, fencing and
electrical.
Staff is recommending that general fund reserves be allocated now, in order to
take advantage of the donated turf and thus savings to the City.
APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT:
A third quarter budget amendment will provide a transfer of $550,000 from
General Fund Reserves, to capital improvement project 315-93674, Jack
Russell Stadium Practice Field Renovations, to fund this contract.
USE OF RESERVE FUNDS:
Funding for this contract will be provided by a third quarter budget amendment
allocating General Fund reserves in the amount of $550,000 to capital
improvement project 315-93674, Jack Russell Stadium Practice Field
Renovations. Inclusive of this item if approved, a net total of $8,543,663 of
General Fund reserves has been appropriated by Council to fund expenditures
in the 2016/17 operating budget. The remaining balance in General Fund
reserves after the 8.5% reserve requirement is approximately $13.5 million, or
10.3% of the current General Fund operating budget.
In response to questions, Parks and Recreation Director Kevin Dunbar
said there will be approximately 90,000 to 100,000 sq. ft. of useful turf that
is being donated to the City. The estimated cost to install the turf is
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approximately $4 to $5 per sq. ft. Mr. Dunbar said the median
landscaping will require a major renovation; the medians have been
temporarily mulched until the end of the growing season (early
November).
Councilmember Jonson moved to establish a new Capital
Improvement Project entitled Jack Russell Stadium Practice Field
Renovations (CIP 315-93674) for the renovations of the practice field
located behind the right outfield wall of Jack Russell Stadium and
approve the transfer of $550,000 from general fund reserves to fund
this project. The motion was duly seconded and carried
unanimously.
10.3
Neighborly Care Network Funding Request
At the August 2 special council meeting, Council requested additional
information regarding Neighborly Care Network’s funding by other governmental
agencies.
Neighborly Care Network provided a listing of funding received for the current
fiscal year and anticipated funding for the next fiscal year.
Discussion ensued regarding the services and in-kind services the City
provides to the senior population, including the Aging Well Center and the
kitchen and space currently used by Neighborly Care Network. It was stated
the City provides in-kind services that exceed the financial contribution
provided by other agencies.
Councilmember Jonson moved to defer consideration of the request to
such time that Council has a more integrative review of senior care
options. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
11. City Attorney Reports – None.
12. Closing comments by Councilmembers (limited to 3 minutes)
Vice Mayor Hamilton reminded all that school is back in session and to be
careful on the roads with the increased traffic.
Councilmember Jonson said having citizens fill out a card with their
information when they speak before Council would be helpful.
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13. Closing Comments by Mayor
14. Adjourn
Meeting Minutes August 16, 2017
The Mayor reviewed recent and upcoming events.
The meeting was adjourned at 7:44 p.m.
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Mayor
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City Clerk
City of Clearwater
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