11/21/2002CITY COMMISSION MEETING
CITY OF CLEARWATER
November 21, 2002
Present: Brian J. Aungst Mayor/Commissioner
Whitney Gray Vice-Mayor/Commissioner
Hoyt P. Hamilton Commissioner
William C. Jonson Commissioner
Frank Hibbard Commissioner
Also present: William B. Horne II City Manager
Garry Brumback Assistant City Manager
Ralph Stone Assistant City Manager
Pamela K. Akin City Attorney
Cynthia E. Goudeau City Clerk
Brenda Moses Board Reporter
The Mayor called the meeting to order at 6:05 p.m. at City Hall. The invocation was offered by Commissioner Hibbard. The Mayor led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ITEM #3 - Service Awards
Four service awards were presented to City employees.
Item #4 - Introductions, Awards and Presentations
a. Environmental Advisory Board awards to City Employees Terry Finch and Alan Mayberry.
Environmental Advisory Board awards were presented to City Employees Terry Finch and Alan Mayberry.
b. Citizens' Academy Graduation.
1. Graduation.
The graduates were congratulated and presented with certificates.
2. Presentation by Class.
A plaque was presented to Public Communications Director Jackii Molsick for her efforts in conducting the classes. A sculpture by Property Appraiser Jim Smith was presented to the
Commission to thank them, the City employees and the leadership team for their daily contributions to the class. The sculpture is to be placed in the new Main Library.
c. Certificate of Appreciation from Coalition of Homeowners to Neighborhood Services.
A certificate of appreciation from the Coalition of Homeowners was presented to the Neighborhood Services Department.
d. We Care Fund.
The program was described and everyone encouraged to make a donation to help others who cannot pay their utility bills.
e. Jazz Holiday Thank you.
The Commission, Kevin Dunbar, and Terry Schmidt were thanked for their support for this year’s Jazz Holiday. A poster and t-shirts were presented.
ITEM #5 - Approval of Minutes - Regular Meeting - November 7, 2002
Commissioner Hibbard moved to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of November 7, 2002, as recorded and submitted in written summation by the City Clerk to each Commissioner.
The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
ITEM #6 - Citizens to be heard re items not on the Agenda – None.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
ITEM #7 - Approve Ordinance #7038-02, #7039-02 and #7040-02 on First Reading. Petition for Annexation, Land Use Plan and Zoning Atlas Amendments for 1737 Cardinal Drive (Lot 72, Pinellas
Terrace in the Southwest quarter of Section 5, Township 29 South, Range 16 East); Owner: Elizabeth Haun. ANX 2002-08011 PLD
This site is at 1737 Cardinal Drive, on the east side, approximately 470 feet north of State Road 590. The property is approximately 0.19 acres with a single-family dwelling. This
annexation is for the applicant to receive City sanitary sewer and solid waste service. The closest sewer line is in the Cardinal Drive right-of-way and the capacity for the project
is available for this utility. The applicant has paid the required impact fee and is aware of the additional cost to extend sewer service to the property. A Future Land Use Plan designation
of Residential Low (RL) is proposed along with a zoning category of Low Medium Density Residential (LMDR).
The Planning Department determined the proposed annexation is consistent with the following standards specified in the Community Development Code:
The proposed annexation will not have an adverse impact on public facilities and their level of service.
The proposed annexation is consistent with the City's Comprehensive Plan, the Countywide Plan and the Community Development Code.
The proposed annexation is contiguous to existing municipal boundaries, represents a logical extension of the boundaries, and does not create an enclave.
This annexation has been reviewed by the PPC (Pinellas Planning Council) and Pinellas County staffs according to the provisions of Pinellas County Ordinance No. 00-63, Section 7(1-3),
and no objections have been raised.
The Planning Department determined the proposed land use plan amendment and rezoning applications are consistent with the following standards specified in the Community Development
Code:
The proposed land use plan amendment and rezoning application are consistent with the Comprehensive Plan.
The potential range of uses and the specific proposed use are compatible with the surrounding area.
Sufficient public facilities are available to serve the property.
The applications will not have an adverse impact on the natural environment.
The Community Development Board reviewed these applications at its regularly scheduled meeting on October 15, 2002, and unanimously recommended approval.
Commissioner Hamilton moved to approve the Petition for Annexation, Land Use Plan Amendment from County Residential Urban (RU) to City Residential Low (RL) and Zoning Atlas Amendment
from County Agricultural Estate Residential District (A-E) to City Low Medium Density Residential District (LMDR) for 1737 Cardinal Drive (Lot 72, Pinellas Terrace in the Southwest
quarter of Section 5, Township 29 South, Range 16 East). The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
The City Attorney presented Ordinance #7038-02 for first reading and read it by title only. Commissioner Jonson moved to pass Ordinance #7038-02 on first reading. The motion was duly
seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
“Ayes”: Gray, Hamilton, Jonson, Hibbard, and Aungst.
“Nays”: None.
The City Attorney presented Ordinance #7039-02 for first reading and read it by title only. Commissioner Gray moved to pass Ordinance #7039-02 on first reading. The motion was duly
seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
“Ayes”: Gray, Hamilton, Jonson, Hibbard, and Aungst.
“Nays”: None.
The City Attorney presented Ordinance #7040-02 for first reading and read it by title only. Commissioner Hibbard moved to pass Ordinance #7040-02 on first reading. The motion was
duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
“Ayes”: Gray, Hamilton, Jonson, Hibbard, and Aungst.
“Nays”: None.
Item #8 - Approve Ordinance #7041-02, #7042-02 and #7043-02 on First Reading. Petition for Annexation, Land Use Plan and Zoning Atlas Amendments for 155 Elizabeth Avenue South (135
feet of the West 980 feet of the South 70 feet of the North 299.88 feet of the Southwest quarter of the Northeast quarter in Section 17, Township 29 South, Range 16 East); Owner: Dorothy
Costa. ANX 2002-08012 PLD
This site at 155 Elizabeth Avenue, on the east side, approximately 960 feet north of Gulf-to-Bay Boulevard, is approximately 0.22 acres, and currently is vacant. The applicant proposes
to construct a single family dwelling on this site following this annexation. The annexation is to allow the applicant to receive City water, sanitary sewer, and solid waste service.
The closest water and sewer lines are in the Elizabeth Avenue South right-of-way and the capacity for the project is available for these utilities. The applicant will pay the required
impact fees at the time building permits are issued and the cost to extend water and sewer service to the property. A Future Land Use Plan designation of Residential Urban (RU) is proposed
along with a zoning category of Low Medium Density Residential (LMDR).
The Planning Department determined the proposed annexation is consistent with the following standards specified in the Community Development Code:
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The proposed annexation will not have an adverse impact on public facilities and their level of service.
The proposed annexation is consistent with the City's Comprehensive Plan, the Countywide Plan and the Community Development Code.
The proposed annexation is contiguous to existing municipal boundaries, represents a logical extension of the boundaries and does not create an enclave.
This annexation has been reviewed by the PPC and Pinellas County staffs according to the provisions of Pinellas County Ordinance No. 00-63, Section 7(1-3), and no objections have been
raised.
The Planning Department determined the proposed land use plan amendment and rezoning applications are consistent with the following standards specified in the Community Development
Code:
The proposed land use plan amendment and rezoning application are consistent with the Comprehensive Plan.
The potential range of uses and the specific proposed use are compatible with the surrounding area.
Sufficient public facilities are available to serve the property.
The applications will not have an adverse impact on the natural environment.
The Community Development Board reviewed these applications at its regularly scheduled meeting on October 15, 2002, and unanimously recommended approval with the
condition that all new construction comply with the requirements of the Community Development Code.
Commissioner Hamilton moved to approve the Petition for Annexation, Land Use Plan Amendment from County Residential Urban (RU) to City Residential Urban (RU) and Zoning Atlas Amendment
from County Agricultural Estate Residential District (A-E) to City Low Medium Density Residential District (LMDR) for 155 Elizabeth Avenue South (135 feet of the West 980 feet of the
South 70 feet of the North 299.88 feet of the Southwest quarter of the Northeast quarter in Section 17, Township 29 South, Range 16 East). The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
The City Attorney presented Ordinance #7041-02 for first reading and read it by title only. Commissioner Jonson moved to pass Ordinance #7041-02 on first reading. The motion was duly
seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
“Ayes”: Gray, Hamilton, Jonson, Hibbard, and Aungst.
“Nays”: None.
The City Attorney presented Ordinance #7042-02 for first reading and read it by title only. Commissioner Gray moved to pass Ordinance #7042-02 on first reading. The motion was duly
seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
“Ayes”: Gray, Hamilton, Jonson, Hibbard, and Aungst.
“Nays”: None.
The City Attorney presented Ordinance #7043-02 for first reading and read it by title only. Commissioner Hibbard moved to pass Ordinance #7043-02 on first reading. The motion was
duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
“Ayes”: Gray, Hamilton, Jonson, Hibbard, and Aungst.
“Nays”: None.
Public Hearing - Second Reading Ordinances
ITEM #9 - Ordinance #7004-02 - Approve the Land Use Plan Amendment from Residential Low (RL) to Institutional (I), for properties located at 717, 719, 721, 723 & 725 South Bayview Avenue;
3018 & 3024 Penmar Drive; and Lot 5, Tract B of the Myron A. Smiths Bay View Subdivision (consisting of Section 16, Township 29 South, Range 16 East) (Our Lady of Divine Providence,
House of Prayer, Inc. LUZ 2002-05006)
The City Attorney presented Ordinance #7004-02 for second reading and read it by title only.
Two persons spoke in opposition to the ordinance.
It was remarked that the PPC unanimously approved of this ordinance.
Commissioner Hamilton moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #7004-02 on second and final reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
“Ayes”: Gray, Hamilton, Jonson, Hibbard, and Aungst.
“Nays”: None.
ITEM #10 - Ordinance #7005-02 - Approve the Zoning Atlas Amendment from County Zoning One, Three Family Residential (R-4) and City Low Density Residential District (LDR) to City Institutional
(I) District, for properties located at 717, 719, 721, 723 & 725 South Bayview Avenue; 3018 & 3024 Penmar Drive; and Lot 5, Tract B of the Myron A. Smiths Bay View Subdivision (consisting
of Section 16, Township 29 South, Range 16 East) (Our Lady of Divine Providence, House of Prayer, Inc. LUZ 2002-05006)
The Mayor presented Ordinance #7005-02 for second reading and read it by title only. Commissioner Jonson moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #7005-02 on second and final reading. The
motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
“Ayes”: Gray, Hamilton, Jonson, Hibbard, and Aungst.
“Nays”: None.
ITEM #11 - Ordinance #7015-02 - modifying paragraph (9) of Chapter 33, Section 33.067 of the Code of Ordinance adding a new designated slow-down minimum wake zone off Marina Del Rey
and Isle of Sand Key.
The City Attorney presented Ordinance #7015-02 for second reading and read it by title only. Commissioner Gray moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #7015-02 on second and final reading.
The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
“Ayes”: Gray, Hamilton, Jonson, Hibbard, and Aungst.
“Nays”: None.
ITEM #12 - Ordinance #7058-02 - Approve adding subparagraph (h) to Section 2.063 (1) of the City Code, allowing up to two county residents employed within the city limits to be appointed
to the Clearwater Housing Authority.
The City Attorney presented Ordinance #7058-02 for second reading and read it by title only. Commissioner Hibbard moved to pass and adopt Ordinance #7058-02on second and final reading.
The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
“Ayes”: Gray, Hamilton, Jonson, Hibbard, and Aungst.
“Nays”: None.
CITY MANAGER REPORTS
CONSENT AGENDA (Items #13-21) – Approved, less Item #14.
ITEM #13 - Approval of Purchases & Declaration of Surplus per Purchasing Memorandum:
1. Service contract with Thomas Ollestad for tennis instructor during the period of November 22, 2002 through September 30, 2003 for $100,000.
2. Purchase contract with Pride of Florida to increase the contract for the purchase of recapped heavy equipment tires during the remaining portion of the contract ending December 31,
2003 for $120,000.
3. Purchase contract with Fisher Scientific for miscellaneous purchase of bunker gear during the period of November 23, 2002 through November 30, 2003 for $100,000.
4. Declare surplus and authorize disposal of vehicles and equipment.
ITEM #14 - See page 8.
ITEM #15 - Approve the three Consent Order Agreements with the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) totaling up to a maximum of $97,500 in penalties only or $26,400
in penalties and $106,650 for in-kind projects for a maximum of $133,050, which provide for corrective actions to return to compliance at the City's three wastewater treatment plants.
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ITEM #16 - Approve Addendum 2 to the Conceptual Approval Agreement between the Florida Communities Trust and the City of Clearwater for the Kapok Wetland and Floodplain Restoration Project
for a time extension. PW
ITEM #17 - Award a three year contract to Armstrong Environmental Services, Inc., of Safety Harbor for Nuisance and Exotic Vegetation Control and Maintenance on City Lakes, Ponds, Channels
and Immediate Adjacent Transitional Areas in the amount $253,994. PW
ITEM #18 - Approve the transfer of $428,590.76 to Pinellas County for utility relocation along Keene Road, Phase 1A & 1B, from Druid Road to Sunset Point Road. PW
ITEM #19 - Approve an Amendment to the Interlocal Agreement for the construction of Keene Road with Pinellas County to coordinate efforts facilitating the installation of landscaping
from Druid Road to Sunset Point Road. PW
ITEM #20 - Award a contract for the Sharkey Road and Oberlin Drive Drainage Improvements (00-0058-EN) to MTM Contracts, Inc. of St. Petersburg, Florida for the sum of $499,299.55 which
is the lowest responsible bid received in accordance with the plans and specifications. PW
ITEM #21 - Authorize the City Attorney to allocate an additional $40,000 in the defense of the City and James Wood in the case of Palisano v. City, for a total amount of $80,000. OCA
Commissioner Jonson moved to approve the Consent Agenda, less Item #14, and that the appropriate officials be authorized to execute same. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
ITEM #14 - Approve third amendment to Clearwater Airpark, Inc. lease, the Fixed Base Operator at Clearwater Airpark, for the first five-year renewal option. MR
The current Lease and Operating Agreement for Clearwater Airpark terminates on November 30, 2002. The Lessee, Clearwater Airpark, Inc., with the City’s consent wishes to renew this
Lease Agreement for the first of two (2) consecutive five (5) year lease periods.
Comprehensive General Liability is modified to include Environmental Liability, with the City of Clearwater and Lessee named additional insured, at a cost not to exceed $7,500. The
City of Clearwater is to be named as additional insured with respect to all coverages except workers’ compensation. The FBO (Fixed Base Operator) will be liable for any damage to the
property caused by subsequent fuel spills.
The FBO has agreed to pay all costs for the initial site remediation of the recent spill, initially estimated at $36,000 with unknown future monitoring costs. The Company that provided
the remediation, Adams Tanks and Lift, has revised its estimate of the initial site remediation cost to be $26,000 and further stated that we did more than the state regulations require
in cleaning up this spill by pumping the groundwater out twice. Their estimate of the extra measures we took in the interest of public safety and to minimize future remediation costs
from this spill was approximately $3,000. Every effort has been made to handle this incident quickly, effectively and go the extra mile to save the City and the Fixed Base Operator
future expense and have proper liability coverage.
Annual CPI increases will continue yearly on January 1st for all rent and fee payments. The monthly rent is $13,311 plus tax. The City will receive 75% percent of all future building
rental revenues. The City receives six cents ($.06) per gallon for all fuel dispensed at the Airpark, this will increase to eight cents ($.08) per gallon effective December 1, 2002.
In response to a question, Marine & Aviation Director Bill Morris said this amendment is independent of the changes to be done under the Clearwater Airpark Master Plan. When it is
time to begin the design of the terminal building, the City will address a lease renewal, modification, or amendment to the lease should the FBO want to contribute financially to the
building.
Commissioner Jonson moved to approve a third amendment to Clearwater Airpark, Inc. lease, the Fixed Base Operator at Clearwater Airpark, and exercise the first five-year renewal option,
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 #22 - Approve Ordinance # 7059-02, amending Chapter 2, Article III, Division 2, Section 2.081 through 2.085 of the Code of Ordinances to replace the title of the "Airport Authority
Board" with "Airport Advisory Board", and provide clarification of their powers and duties, and pass on the first reading.
By amending the title and clarifying the powers and duties of the Airport Authority Board, this Ordinance change will bring their authority more in line with other City Advisory Boards.
The composition and terms of members remain essentially the same. Additionally, they remain able to initiate studies and make recommendations on airport matters to the City Commission
and shall be responsive on airport matters referred to the board by the City.
It was commented some of the Airport Authority members seemed to have a difference of perception from staff regarding how the Master Plan would be implemented. Information regarding
that process was requested.
Commissioner Hamilton moved to approve amending Chapter 2, Article III, Division 2, Section 2.081 through 2.085 of the Code of Ordinances to replace the title of the “Airport Authority
Board” with “Airport Advisory Board”, and provide clarification of their powers and duties. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
The City Attorney presented Ordinance #7059-02 on first reading and read it by title only. Commissioner Jonson moved to pass Ordinance #7059-02 on first reading. The motion was duly
seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
“Ayes”: Gray, Hamilton, Jonson, Hibbard, and Aungst.
“Nays”: None.
ITEM #23 - Adopt Resolution #02-50 establishing the intent to reimburse certain Water and Sewer project costs incurred with proceeds of future tax-exempt financing. FN
A Water and Sewer rate study has been completed which proposed a 7% increase in water and sewer rates effective 7/1/01, 4/1/02, 1/1/03, 10/1/03, and 10/1/04. The City Commission approved
these rate increases, which are sufficient to provide for operations, capital projects, and debt service on bonds issued during this time period.
This rate study identified a need for approximately $137.3 million in capital projects, with bonds to be issued in 2001/2002 of approximately $53,776,000 and in 2003/2004 of approximately
$35,657,000 and approximately $40,644,000 in 2005/2006. When the 2002 Bonds were sold through competitive bidding, they generated proceeds to fund $54,185,287 in capital projects ($411,787
above the projected amount). Rather than re-size the bonds issue, we are reducing the 2004 bond issue by this amount. Attached is a list of $35,245,213 ($35,657,000 projected needs
less $411,787 excess 2002 proceeds) in projects to be financed from the 2003/2004 bond issue.
We anticipate issuing bonds in 2003/2004 to finance these projects. The date of issuance will be determined at a later date based upon market conditions and completion of the FY2003
financial statements.
The Water and Sewer Fund will be incurring expenses on these projects prior to the issuance of the bonds.
This reimbursement resolution will allow for the City to be reimbursed from the Bond proceeds. Commissioner Gray moved to approve establishing the intent to reimburse certain Water and
Sewer project costs incurred with proceeds of future tax-exempt financing. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
The City Attorney presented Resolution #02-50 and read it by title only. Commissioner Hibbard moved to pass and adopt Resolution #02-50 and authorize the appropriate officials to execute
same. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll, the vote was:
“Ayes”: Hamilton, Gray, Jonson, Hibbard, and Aungst.
“Nays”: None.
ITEM #24 - Adopt Resolution #02-51 establishing the intent to reimburse certain Stormwater project costs incurred with proceeds of future tax-exempt financing. FN
A Stormwater rate study has been completed which proposes increasing the Stormwater Utility rate to $6.13 per Equivalent Residential Unit (ERU) effective January 1, 2002, to $7.16 per
ERU effective October 1, 2002, to $8.01 per ERU effective October 1, 2003, to $8.65 per ERU effective October 1, 2004 and to $9.35 per ERU effective October 1, 2005. These rate increases
are sufficient to provide for operations, capital projects, and debt service on bonds issues during this time period.
The rate study identified a need for approximately $72.4 million in capital projects, with bonds to be issued in 2002 of approximately $22,687,000, in 2004 of approximately $22,226,000
and in 2006 of approximately $7,979,000 to fund a portion of the needed capital improvements. When the 2002 Bonds were sold through competitive bidding, they generated proceeds to fund
$22,450,044 in capital projects ($236,956 less than the projected amount). Rather than re-size the bonds issue, we were able to identify savings in the projects so that the reduced
proceeds were sufficient for our needs. Attached is a list of $22,226,000 in projects to be financed from the 2003/2004 bond issue.
We anticipate issuing bonds in 2003/2004 to finance these projects. The date of issuance will be determined at a later date based upon market conditions and completion of the FY2003
financial statements.
The Stormwater Fund will be incurring expenses on these projects prior to the issuance of the bonds.
This reimbursement resolution will allow for the City to be reimbursed from the Bond proceeds.
Commissioner Hamilton moved to approve establishing the intent to reimburse certain Stormwater project costs incurred with proceeds of future tax-exempt financing. The motion was duly
seconded and carried unanimously.
The City Attorney presented Resolution #02-51 and read it by title only. Commissioner Jonson moved to pass and adopt Resolution #02-51 and authorize the appropriate officials to execute
same. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll, the vote was:
“Ayes”: Hamilton, Gray, Jonson, Hibbard, and Aungst.
“Nays”: None.
ITEM #25 - Pelican Walk Garage Alternatives.
Assistant City Manager Ralph Stone said no agreement has been developed with the owner, Mr. Anastopoulos. Both parties will continue to work together for a solution. He said in most
cities, parking garages are considered infrastructure that provide a public service and encourage redevelopment. He suggested the City should expect to absorb some cost and needs to
find a level of subsidy that it can support.
Barbara Chance, Chance Management, briefly reviewed her credentials and her firm’s experience regarding parking and transportation issues. She said the study done for Clearwater was
to be provided to underwriters for the purpose of issuing bonds. It was a conservative study with respect to revenues. It focused on planning, management, finance, and operations.
She explained the requirements of a financial feasibility report. Her firm reviewed revenue history, parking rates, reviewed rates charged by other municipalities for parking garages,
and documented the existing number of parking spaces, occupancy in spaces, current projects, and turnover during various times and days of the week. Two sets of proformae were provided.
She does not feel the revenue generated will be enough to cover costs for the parking garage. However if the garage does stimulate development it could work itself out of a deficit
position.
In response to a question, Ms. Chance said there would be no physical separation between City-owned and private property owned parking spaces in the proposed garage. As other means
of enforcement are difficult and would require patrols every two and a half hours, an electronic validation system could be considered to control shared parking. Ms. Chance said as
this garage is narrow and irregular and not the ideal size, construction costs would be higher. Rectangular garages are the most efficient designs as they uses the least square footage
per space.
In response to a question, Ms. Chance said other communities use a variety of ways to fund garages, including, excess revenues from the parking system, subsidy from the General Fund
and a special tax district. This area does not qualify for TIF (Tax Increment Financing). She said a public information campaign would help to educate the public about the garage and
promote its use. She said it would be difficult to estimate the cost per space for this garage, as construction costs vary depending upon quality and design. She said the typical life
of a well-maintained and constructed garage is 40 years. The City asked Chance Management to cost a garage that was open 24 hours, 7 days a week. Ms. Chance estimated construction
costs at approximately $470/space for a pay-on-foot system and $849/space for a cashier system. She said in the initial years, the City could probably lower operating costs by closing
the garage during off peak hours.
Ms. Chance said she did not feel construction on Mandalay Avenue or the one period of light rain affected the study results. She used a model for the entire year and is comfortable
with the numbers in the study. In response to a question, she said increased enforcement of street parking violations would help with garage costs. Wayfinding signs regarding parking
also would be helpful.
Nicholas Economides, representative for Pelican Walk, said the beach needs infrastructure. He felt this garage would satisfy increased parking requirements and generate revenue. He
said beachgoers currently are using the Pelican Walk parking lot, as they do not go into the retail stores. In response to a question, he said there is a legitimate interest from other
restauranteurs that are interested in moving into the Pelican Walk complex if adequate parking is made available.
Steve Gramay, Smith Equity Builders, expressed concern regarding projected costs. He suggested Mr. Anastopoulos and the private sector could deliver a garage quicker and cheaper than
could the City. Costs could be contained with a simpler design.
Ed Hooper, representing the owner of the Pelican Walk, said this process began in 1995. He urged the Commission not to be short-sighted regarding adequate parking needs. He said his
team is willing to continue to work with staff to find a solution to the parking garage issue.
Mr. Anastopoulos said he is willing to continue to work with the City regarding a parking garage. He said he always has taken an active interest in helping the City with various issues
over the years.
Commissioner Gray moved to direct staff to continue negotiating with Mr. Anastopoulos. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
ITEM #26 - Other Pending Matters – None.
CITY ATTORNEY REPORTS
ITEM #27 - Other City Attorney Items – None.
ITEM #28 - City Manager Verbal Reports – None.
ITEM #29 - Commission Discussion Items – None.
ITEM #30 - Other Commission Action – None.
ITEM #31 – Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 8:36 p.m.