03/04/1999CITY COMMISSION MEETING
CITY OF CLEARWATER
March 4, 1999
Present: Rita Garvey Mayor/Commissioner
Ed Hooper Vice-Mayor/Commissioner
J. B. Johnson Commissioner
Robert Clark Commissioner
Vacant Seat Commissioner
Also Present: Michael J. Roberto City Manager
Richard L. Hedrick Deputy City Manager
Pamela K. Akin City Attorney
Cynthia E. Goudeau City Clerk
Patricia Sullivan Board Reporter
The Mayor called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. at City Hall. The invocation was offered by Deacon Albert Tibbetts of St. Cecelia's Catholic Church. The Mayor led the Pledge of
Allegiance.
To provide continuity for research, items are in agenda order although not necessarily discussed in that order.
ITEM #3 - Service Awards - None.
ITEM #4 - Introductions and Awards - None.
ITEM #5 - Presentations
Gary Johnson presented a $144,966 check from FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Authority) reimbursing cost associated with rebuilding the Magnolia Street dock, to the Commission.
ITEM #6 - Approval of Minutes
Commissioner Johnson moved to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of February 18, 1999, and the special meeting of March 1, 1999, as recorded and submitted in written summation
by the City Clerk to each Commissioner. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
ITEM #7 - Citizens to be heard re items not on the Agenda
Sonja Haught complained the City has limited citizen input regarding important City issues.
Early Sorenson complained franchise fees have increased. He encouraged homeowners to vote on March 9, 1999.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
ITEM #8 - (Cont’d from 02/18/99) Ord. #6369-99 - Relating to Utilities; amending Appendix A - Schedule of Fees, Rates and Charges to provide revised rates for Clearwater Gas System,
to become effective for all billings on or after 03/01/99
The City Attorney presented Ordinance #6369-99 for second reading and read it by title only. Commissioner Hooper moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #6369-99 on second and final reading.
The motion was duly seconded.
In response to a question, Clearwater Gas System Managing Director Chuck Warrington reported staff had presented the FRC (Financial Review Committee) with information regarding this
ordinance. As a quorum was not present, no action was taken.
Upon roll call, the vote was:
"Ayes": Johnson, Clark, Hooper and Garvey.
"Nays": None.
ITEM #9 - (Cont’d from 02/18/99) Ord. #6382-99 - Relating to Reclaimed Water Availability and Rates; amending Art. IX, Sec. 32.380; amending Appendix A - Schedule of Fees, Rates and
Charges
The City Attorney presented Ordinance #6382-99 for second reading and read it by title only. Commissioner Clark moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #6382-99 on second and final reading.
The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
"Ayes": Johnson, Clark, Hooper and Garvey.
"Nays": None.
ITEM #10 - Ord. #6387-99 - Annexation for property located at 1329 Fairmont St., Pine Ridge, Blk A, Lot 2 (Detrano Pine Ridge Land Trust / Charlie Harris, TRE, A99-01)
The City Attorney presented Ordinance #6387-99 for second reading and read it by title only. Commissioner Johnson moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #6387-99 on second and final reading.
The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
"Ayes": Johnson, Clark, Hooper and Garvey.
"Nays": None.
ITEM #11 - Ord. #6388-99 - RS-8 Zoning for property located at 1329 Fairmont St., Pine Ridge, Blk A, Lot 2 (Detrano Pine Ridge Land Trust / Charlie Harris, TRE, A99-01)
The City Attorney presented Ordinance #6388-99 for second reading and read it by title only. Commissioner Hooper moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #6388-99 on second and final reading.
The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
"Ayes": Johnson, Clark, Hooper and Garvey.
"Nays": None.
ITEM #12 - Ord. #6389-99 - Annexation for property located at 3006 Grand View Ave., Kapok Terrace, Blk G, Lot 13 and part of Lot 12 (Frederic B. & Michelle K. Moreau, A99-02)
The City Attorney presented Ordinance #6389-99 for second reading and read it by title only. Commissioner Hooper moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #6389-99 on second and final reading.
The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
"Ayes": Johnson, Clark, Hooper and Garvey.
"Nays": None.
The City Attorney will correct the spelling of subdivision in the title.
ITEM #13 - Ord. #6390-99 - RS-6 Zoning for property located at 3006 Grand View Ave., Kapok Terrace, Blk G, Lot 13 and part of Lot 12 (Frederic B. & Michelle K. Moreau, A99-02)
The City Attorney presented Ordinance #6390-99 for second reading and read it by title only. Commissioner Clark moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #6390-99 on second and final reading.
The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
"Ayes": Johnson, Clark, Hooper and Garvey.
"Nays": None.
ITEM #14 - Ord. #6391-99 - Restructuring Solid Waste Ordinance, requiring dumpsters to be removed from view from thoroughfares or screened, requiring residential refuse containers to
be removed from the curb and stored from view, and providing a penalty for non-compliance, requiring lawn and tree maintenance contractors to remove and dispose of the debris from their
work, transferring authority from Department of Public Works to Department of Solid Waste/Recycling
The City Attorney presented Ordinance #6391-99 for second reading and read it by title only. Commissioner Johnson moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #6391-99 on second and final reading.
The motion was duly seconded.
In response to a question, Solid Waste/Recycling Director Bob Brumback reported South East Newspaper had indicated the one visible container within City limits at Skycrest Elementary
School would be moved or removed.
Upon roll call, the vote was:
"Ayes": Johnson, Clark, Hooper and Garvey.
"Nays": None.
ITEM #15 - Ord. #6392-99 - Relating to soliciting on streets, amending Sec. 28.041 to prohibit persons from approaching the occupants of motor vehicles being operated on public streets
to solicit money, property or employment; providing a definition of "Public Street"
The City Attorney presented Ordinance #6392-99 for second reading and read it by title only. Commissioner Clark moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #6392-99 on second and final reading.
The motion was duly seconded.
In response to a question, the City Attorney said there is a question regarding which law would take precedence at corners where City and County streets intersect. Staff will compare
the City and County laws for compatibility.
Upon roll call, the vote was:
"Ayes": Johnson, Clark, Hooper and Garvey.
"Nays": None.
CITY MANAGER REPORTS
CONSENT AGENDA (Items #16-20) - Approved as submitted.
ITEM #16 - Approval of Purchases & Declaration of Surplus per 02/11/99 memorandum:
Duval Ford, one 1999 Ford Explorer 4x2 utility vehicle, replacement, to be used by Police Dept., $21,629; funding to be provided under City’s Master Lease-Purchase Agreement (GSS)
Gateway Chevrolet, one 1999 Chevrolet Express van, to be used by Public Works, $16,548; funding to be provided under City’s Master Lease-Purchase Agreement (GSS)
Heuer Utility Contractors, increase funding, materials, permits, installation & inspections of polyethylene gas mains and service lines throughout gas system during remaining period
ending 09/30/99, estimated $200,000 (total award estimated $875,000) due to additional installation of gas mains on Gulf Blvd. (GAS)
Dezurik c/o Diller-Brown & Associates, 12 knife gate valves, for use at Northeast Advanced PCF, $35,820 (PW)
Winfrey Corporation, miscellaneous gas repair & installation parts, for use throughout gas system, 03/05/99-03/31/00, estimated $430,000 (GAS)
Contract Connection Inc., labor & materials to install playground equipment at Island Estates playground, $26,475.76 (QOL)
Kaiser Pontiac-Buick GMC, Inc., two 1999 GMC Sonoma compact 4x2 pickup trucks, replacements, for use throughout gas system area of operation by Gas Marketing & Sales and Customer Service/Meter
Reading, $25,991 (GSS)
King Truck Center, one 1999 GMC F7B042 with loader & trash dump body, for use by Solid Waste, $87,647; funding to be provided under City’s Master Lease-Purchase Agreement (GSS)
Navistar International Transportation Corp., two 1999 Navistar dump trucks, replacements, to be used by Public Works, $86,977; funding to be provided under City’s Master Lease-Purchase
Agreement (GSS)
East Manufacturing Corp., one 1999 East 82 yard compaction trailer, replacement, for use by Solid Waste, $68,380; funding to be provided under City’s Master Lease-Purchase Agreement
(GSS)
Duval Motor Company, one 1999 Ford F-250 pickup truck, unscheduled replacement for totaled unit, for use by Public Works, $17,499; funding to be provided under City’s Master Lease-Purchase
Agreement (GSS)
Declare 5 Macintosh items surplus to City needs and authorize disposal through donation
ITEM #17 - Contract for purchase & installation of Polaris online integrated library system, Gaylord Information Systems, $202,115 (LIB)
ITEM #18 - Amendment to Waiver Agreement with Meristar Hotels and Resorts/Hilton Clearwater Beach Resort (MR)
ITEM #19 - Approve use of $14,000 of Tree Bank money to fund purchase of a concrete grinding machine designed to repair sidewalks uplifted by City trees to reduce tripping accidents
(PW)
ITEM #20 - Agreement with CSX Transportation Inc., Chestnut Street Railroad Crossing Upgrade, City cost estimated at $46,500 (PW)
Commissioner Johnson moved to approve the Consent Agenda as submitted and that the appropriate officials be authorized to execute same. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
OTHER ITEMS ON CITY MANAGER REPORT
ITEM #21 - First Quarter Budget (BU)
At first quarter, $266,716 is distributed from the unappropriated retained earnings of the General Fund. On January 21, 1999, the City Commission approved the $26,716 transfer to support
the Homeless Intervention Project. From retained earnings, $240,000 is appropriated
to provide: 1) $150,000 for 6 FTE police officer positions for the last 6-months of the budget year. Positions funded previously by the COPS grant which expires in April 1999 and 2)
$90,000 restores the 5.6 police aide positions eliminated from the current budget.
First Quarter amendments reflect the distribution of $563,303 of $750,000 in Vision Funds. Most, if not all, of the $311,440 previously approved by the City Commission to fund NCAA
concerts should come back to the City through ticket sales, and be available to distribute for other purposes. The balance of Vision Funds distributed were: 1) $30,000 for Year 2000
fireworks deposit; 2) $146,475 to support the Public Communications & Marketing program, 3) $18,000 to install speakers and expand the Cleveland Street sound system; 4) $3,200 for the
Clearwater beach pool survey; 5) $10,000 for costs associated with moving the beach library (approved November 19, 1998); 6) $10,000 donation to the National Conference for Community
and Justice supporting diversity in the Tampa Bay area; 7) $3,000 to support Friday afternoon “brown bag” concerts; 8) $25,000 for assessment of CHUD (Clearwater Department of Housing
& Urban Development) and preparation of recommendations to restructure neighborhood support services; 9) $5,000 to support the Harborview Center art exhibit; and 10) $1,188 to fund the
Greenwood charette.
Budgeted revenues and expenditures of all Enterprise funds are as anticipated. Significant amendments include 1) Water and Sewer Fund amendment reflects $40,000 appropriation of program
savings to fund C-View contract position to plan, produce, and direct Inside Engineering program; 2) Gas Fund amendment reflects $40,000 appropriation of debt savings to establish cost
center to fund initial costs for the City as host of the Florida Innovations Group National Conference for Transforming Local Government; 3) Solid Waste Fund amendment reflects $232,150
appropriation of retained earnings for acquisition of the St. Petersburg Times lot approved February 18, 1999; 4) Stormwater Fund expenditures reflect $1,299,000 transfer of Stormwater
revenues to the Capital Improvement Fund for storm pipe system replacements and NPDES mandates approved by the Commission on November 19, 1998. The original budget did not include the
transfers as project priorities had not been determined when the budget was released; 5) the Marina Fund amendment recognizes $18,443 appropriation of retained earnings of the Marine
Fund to reimburse the Beach Diner for leasehold improvements in accordance with the lease’s
termination for construction of the “Gateway to the Beach”; 6) Capital Improvement Fund amendments total a net increase of $3,658,578. Almost all Capital Improvement budget increases
have been approved previously by the City Commission, including Fire Engine replacement, “Gateway to the Beach” design, St. Petersburg Times property purchase, storm pipe system improvements,
and NPDES stormwater funding.
Significant amendments not approved previously by the City Commission include an estimated $73,000 allocation of savings in the Fire Department to fund a study reviewing funding sources
for fire related services, and $222,000 for additional funding to construct the Clearwater beach pool.
Commissioner Johnson moved to approve the First Quarter Budget for Fiscal Year ending September 30, 1999. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
a) First Reading Ord. #6396-99 - Amending Operating Budget for Fiscal Year ending 09/30/99
The City Attorney presented Ordinance #6396-99 for first reading and read it by title only. Commissioner Hooper moved to pass Ordinance #6396-99 on first reading. The motion was duly
seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
"Ayes": Johnson, Clark, Hooper and Garvey.
"Nays": None.
b) First Reading Ord. #6397-99 - Amending Capital Improvement Program Report and Budget for Fiscal Year ending 09/30/99
The City Attorney presented Ordinance #6397-99 for first reading and read it by title only. Commissioner Clark moved to pass Ordinance #6397-99 on first reading. The motion was duly
seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
"Ayes": Johnson, Clark, Hooper and Garvey.
"Nays": None.
ITEM #22 - First Reading Ord. #6395-99 - establishing recycling charges; maintaining multi-family & commercial charges at the same level; reducing residential curbside charges form $1.99
to $1.95 per living unit per month (SW)
Since 1994, the Solid Waste/Recycling Department has operated City recycling programs successfully. The department has won bids to provide recycling service to the Town of Belleair
and North Pinellas County drop-off centers. The department also processes and markets recyclables for Dunedin, Largo, Safety Harbor, Pinellas County and some private companies and non-profit
institutions. As part of the Citywide 5-year utilities
rate study, Burton & Associates provided a recycling rate analysis which indicates it is feasible to reduce the monthly residential recycling charge from $1.99 to $1.95 per household.
Monthly multi-family recycling charges already are set cost effectively at $1.45 per living unit. Commercial recycling rates are flexible as they compete with private recycling companies
operating in Clearwater. The charge reduction will reward citizens for their participation and support of recycling.
Commissioner Johnson moved to establish recycling charges; maintaining multi-family and commercial charges at the same level; reducing residential curbside charges from $1.99 to $1.95
per household per month. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
The City Attorney presented Ordinance #6395-99 for first reading and read it by title only. Commissioner Johnson moved to pass Ordinance #6395-99 on first reading. The motion was duly
seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
"Ayes": Johnson, Clark, Hooper and Garvey.
"Nays": None.
ITEM #23 - Branch Library in North Greenwood - Res. #99-17 - Authorizing Mayor to apply for a Public Library Construction Grant from the Florida Department of State for construction
during FY 2000/01; assuring that match will be available and unencumbered at the time of grant award (FY 2000/01); funding is sufficient to complete the project; sufficient funds will
be available to operate the facility; and the building will be used exclusively as a public library (LIB)
A grant application, with an April 1, 1999, deadline, is being prepared for construction of the North Greenwood branch library during FY (fiscal year) 2000/01. The maximum grant request
is $500,000 and requires a match. The project’s Penny for Pinellas fund allocation has been budgeted at $800,000. The application requires assurance that: 1) funding is sufficient
and will be available to complete the library building; 2) upon completion, sufficient funds will be available to operate the facility; and 3) the building will be used exclusively for
public library purposes. Within 20 years of completing the construction project, proposed changes to the use must be submitted for approval to the Division of Library and Information
Services.
It was stated the total cost of this branch library will be held at $1-million. It was felt the remaining $300,000 should be allocated to another project. The City Manager said possible
savings are based on where the building is located and if it can share infrastructure, such as parking, with another facility. State approval of the grant is not guaranteed. In response
to a question, Quality of Life Administrator Arlita Hallam stated
the grants will be announced in July 1999. The City Manager noted concerns regarding
the duplication of library services in North Greenwood and downtown. Next year, the City will apply for a grant for the Main library. It was requested the library master plan issue
be agendaed following the election.
Commissioner Clark moved to authorize a grant application to the Florida Department of State, Division of Library and Information Services, for a Public Library Construction Grant for
construction of a branch library in North Greenwood during Fiscal Year 2000/02, and that the appropriate officials be authorized to execute same. The motion was duly seconded and carried
unanimously.
The City Attorney presented Resolution #99-17 and read it by title only. Commissioner Clark moved to pass and adopt Resolution #99-17 and authorize the appropriate officials to execute
same. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
"Ayes": Johnson, Clark, Hooper and Garvey.
"Nays": None.
ITEM #24 - Contract for “Gateway to Clearwater Beach Project” to David Nelson Construction Company, $7,227,093.86; Contract for construction administration services to Camp, Dresser
& McKee, Inc., $101,900; Contract for construction engineering & inspection services to Post,
Buckley, Schuh & Jernigan, Inc., $508,732; approve $300,000 for use as construction incentive bonus; for total project sum of $8,137,725.86 (Beach Roundabout) (PW)
On November 15, 1998, the City Commission approved the “Gateway to Clearwater
Beach Project” design. The reconfiguration to a traffic roundabout will reconcile traffic circulation problems on Clearwater beach by addressing current arrival and distribution problems
at the intersections of Causeway Boulevard, Coronado Drive, Mandalay Avenue, and Poinsettia Avenue. This project will provide Clearwater beach with a sense of arrival and place and
generate positive momentum for the beach’s revitalization by sending a clear message to the private sector that One City. One Future. is a reality.
Project elements include: 1) the traffic roundabout; 2) curbing; 3) sidewalks; 4) urban drainage system; 5) traffic signage; 6) lighting; 7) significant irrigated landscaping; 8) hardscaping;
9) relocation of all municipal utilities and portion of private utilities; 10) at-grade pedestrian crossings and signalization; and 11) a water fountain central to the roundabout with
associated appurtenances. The value engineering process employed by the contractor, design engineers, and staff will save the City additional project dollars. Camp, Dresser & McKee,
Inc., will provide construction administration services. Post, Buckley, Schuh & Jernigan, Inc. will provide construction engineering and inspection services. The 278-day project is
scheduled to start March 15, 1999.
David Nelson, of David Nelson Construction Company, reviewed his company’s background and area projects it has completed. Public Works Administrator Rich Baier referred to citizen
concerns, stating staff has done an inordinate amount of modeling regarding this project.
One citizen spoke against the project, threatening court action if the item is approved and referencing a report with a negative recommendation regarding roundabouts.
Mr. Baier said the report referenced was tasked to consider north and southbound beach traffic and did not include computer modeling nor was it commissioned to study a roundabout.
He said the report addressing the roundabout showed the roundabout will provide a superior intersection when road volumes are considered. In response to a question, Mr. Nelson said his
company is FDOT certified and has worked previously with Camp, Dresser & McKee, Inc., and Post, Buckley, Schuh & Jernigan, Inc.
Commissioner Clark moved to award a contract for the “Gateway to Clearwater Beach Project” (98-0170-City Manager) to David Nelson Construction Company of Palm Harbor, Florida, for the
sum of $7,227,093.86, which is the lowest responsible bid received in accordance with the plans and specifications, and: award a contract to Camp, Dresser & McKee, Inc., of Tampa, Florida,
to provide construction administration services for the sum of $101,900, and; award a contract to Post, Buckley, Schuh & Jernigan, Inc., of Tampa, Florida, to provide construction engineering
and inspection services for the sum of $508,732, and; approve the sum of $300,000 for use as a construction incentive bonus for a total project sum of $8,137,725.86, and that the appropriate
officials be authorized to execute same. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
ITEM #25 - Approve $36,600 to complete Phase One of contract with Nabors, Giblin & Nickerson, P.A. for assistance in special finance issues associated with the Gulf-to-Bay Corridor Enhancement
Project (PW)
On November 3, 1997, staff presented an overview of the Gulf-to-Bay Boulevard project. Staff had estimated it would cost $50,000 to develop the project’s initial scope to include municipal
funding options, special assessment districts, tax increment financing, combined financial scenarios, and minimum/maximum property values expectations. On November 6, 1997, the City
Commission approved a $24,000 retainer agreement.
Staff inadvertently issued a $50,000 work order and authorized an additional $10,600 in work, creating a $36,600 shortfall. The City Manager has taken steps to ensure that staff adheres
to controls and is satisfied this type of event will not reoccur.
It was stated this mistake is an embarrassment. It was to be clearly understood this type of error would not occur again.
Commissioner Johnson moved to approve $36,000 to complete Phase I of the financial/legal contract with Nabors, Giblin & Nickerson, P.A. for assistance in special finance issues associated
with the Gulf-to-Bay Corridor Enhancement Project, and that the
appropriate officials be authorized to execute same. The motion was duly seconded. Commissioners Johnson and Clark and Mayor Garvey voted “Aye”; Commissioner Hooper voted “Nay.”
Motion carried.
ITEM #26 - (Cont’d from 02/18/99) Community Development Board - 1 appointment for one year term (CLK)
The City Manager reported Jonathan Wade regrets he cannot serve on this board but did request an appointment to the Neighborhood and Affordable Housing Advisory Board
It was recommended the final appointment be delayed until after the election to provide the new Commissioner the opportunity to submit a list of candidates for consideration.
Commissioner Clark moved to continue Item #26 to when a full commission is seated. The motion was duly seconded. Commissioners Johnson, Clark and Hooper voted “Aye”; Mayor Garvey voted
“Nay.” Motion carried.
ITEM #27 - Other Pending Matters - None.
CITY ATTORNEY REPORTS
ITEM #28 - Res. #99-16 - Demolition Lien - 1568 Drew St., Glenwood Estates Addition, Lot 35 (Harry J. Rittman Estate)
The City Attorney presented Resolution #99-16 and read it by title only. Commissioner Hooper moved to pass and adopt Resolution #99-16 and authorize the appropriate officials to execute
same. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
"Ayes": Johnson, Clark, Hooper and Garvey.
"Nays": None.
ITEM #29 - Res. #99-19 - Assessing property owners the costs of having mowed or cleared owners’ lots
The City Attorney presented Resolution #99-19 and read it by title only. Commissioner Johnson moved to pass and adopt Resolution #99-19 and authorize the appropriate officials to execute
same. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
"Ayes": Johnson, Clark, Hooper and Garvey.
"Nays": None.
ITEM #30 - First Reading Ord. #6394-99 - Amending various sections of City code relating to Downtown Development Board
The City Attorney presented Ordinance #6394-99 for first reading and read it by title only. Commissioner Hooper moved to pass Ordinance #6394-99 on first reading. The motion was duly
seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
"Ayes": Johnson, Clark, Hooper and Garvey.
"Nays": None.
ITEM #31 - Other City Attorney Items - None.
ITEM #32 - City Manager Verbal Reports
The City Manager reported staff will conduct a series of workshops to explain the new Community Development Code, separately addressing each affected industry on March 19, 1999. A
meeting of the Community Development Board is scheduled for March 5, 1999, at the Municipal Services Building at 9:00 a.m.
The City Manager stated the City received the official version of the new Community Development Code today. The online version has some problems and is being repaired.
Parks & Recreation Department Director Art Kader reviewed plans for the new Island Estates playground. The site of the previous playground on church property was needed for church
expansion. Funding of $50,000 for the playground was included in the FY 1997/98 and 1998/99 CIP budgets. The park will include a playground, water fountain, bicycle rack, and seating
areas. Its location across the street from the High and Dry Marina is on the water. A fence will be installed 10 feet from the sea wall to protect children.
Mr. Kader reported the sea wall at this location is deteriorating and will require replacement in the next decade. In response to a question, he said there is space for 2
vehicles on the street. He anticipated most park visitors will walk or bicycle. He said 6 parking spaces can be constructed on the site when budgeted.
ITEM #33 - Other Commission Action
Commission members encouraged citizens to vote in the City election on March 9, 1999.
Commissioner Johnson announced the celebration of his 54th wedding anniversary.
Commissioner Hooper said all citizens are special interests.
Commissioner Hooper said the DDB (Downtown Development Board) had announced yesterday that Artist Roger Bansemer will have a showing downtown between March 22 and April 10, 1999. A
portion of the proceeds from the show and sales will be donated to support art in public places. Sponsorships are welcome.
Commissioner Hooper, noting the difficulty in achieving a quorum, suggested the FRC’s mission be amended to provide budget advisory assistance instead.
Commissioner Clark welcomed the Phillies to Spring Training, extolled the qualities of Jack Russell Stadium, and invited residents to attend the opening game on March 5, 1999.
Commissioner Clark reported in its first year, the program for volunteers to ticket illegal parking in fire lanes and handicap spaces has netted the City approximately $50,000. He
saluted the volunteers and Chief Klein for their efforts.
Mayor Garvey congratulated Clark for his follow-up in reestablishing a drawbridge policy that is based on FDOT and Coast Guard rules.
Mayor Garvey requested citizens phone Florida Power at 443-2641 and report street light outages.
Mayor Garvey invited residents to attend Saturday’s Farmers Market in Station Square Park.
ITEM #34 - Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 7:18 p.m.