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03/01/2018Thursday, March 1, 2018 6:00 PM City of Clearwater City Hall 112 S. Osceola Avenue Clearwater, FL 33756 Council Chambers City Council Meeting Agenda March 1, 2018City Council Meeting Agenda Welcome. We are glad to have you join us. If you wish to speak, please wait to be recognized, then state your name and address. Persons speaking before the City Council shall be limited to three (3) minutes unless otherwise noted under Public Hearings. For other than Citizens to be heard regarding items not on the Agenda, a spokesperson for a group may speak for three (3) minutes plus an additional minute for each person in the audience that waives their right to speak, up to a maximum of ten (10) minutes. Prior to the item being presented, please obtain the needed form to designate a spokesperson from the City Clerk (right-hand side of dais). Up to sixty minutes of public comment will be allowed for an agenda item. No person shall speak more than once on the same subject unless granted permission by the City Council. The City of Clearwater strongly supports and fully complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Please advise us at least 48 hours prior to the meeting if you require special accommodations at 727-562-4090. Assisted Listening Devices are available . Kindly refrain from using cell phones and other electronic devices during the meeting. 1. Call to Order 2. Invocation 3. Pledge of Allegiance 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.) 4.1 Newspaper in Education Week Proclamation - Sue Bedry, Tampa Bay Times 4.2 Youth Arts Month Proclamation - Beth Daniels, Clearwater Arts Alliance President 4.3 CFY Scholarship Winners - Dawn Daugherty, Chairman of Clearwater for Youth Scholarship Committee 5. Approval of Minutes 5.1 Approve the minutes of the February 13, 2018 City Council Meeting as submitted in written summation by the City Clerk. 6. Citizens to be heard re items not on the agenda Page 2 City of Clearwater Printed on 2/28/2018 March 1, 2018City Council Meeting Agenda 7. Consent Agenda The Consent Agenda contains normal, routine business items that are very likely to be approved by the City Council by a single motion. These items are not discussed, and may all be approved as recommended on the staff reports. Council questions on these items were answered prior to the meeting. The Mayor will provide an opportunity for a Councilmember or a member of the public to ask that an item be pulled from the Consent Agenda for discussion. Items pulled will receive separate action. All items not removed from the Consent Agenda will be approved by a single motion of the council. 7.1 Approve a purchase order (contract) in the amount of $378,000 to Unum Life Insurance Company of America for the period January 2018 through December 2018 for city paid life insurance and Long-Term Disability benefit and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent) 7.2 Approve reimbursement payment to be made from the City to Beasley Media Group, Inc. (Beasley) for ticket sales for the March 3, 2018 Wild Splash event. (consent) 7.3 Approve a Purchase Order increase in the amount of $150,000 to Smith Fence Company, Clearwater, FL, for a revised total of $400,000 for the purchase of labor, materials, and equipment, to install and remove fencing for events and projects and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent) 7.4 Approve a proposal by Construction Manager at Risk Keystone Evacuators Inc. of Oldsmar, Florida, in the amount of $181,588 for site improvements at Moccasin Lake Park located at 2750 Park Trail Lane and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent) 7.5 Approve a proposal by Construction Manager at Risk J.O. Delotto & Sons, Inc. of Tampa, Florida, in the amount of $522,985 for the renovation of the Moccasin Lake Interpretive Center located at 2750 Park Trail Lane; transfer $235,000 from Recreation Facility impact fees (142-343963) at mid-year to Moccasin Lake Park Renovations (CIP315-93648) to fund improvements at the park and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent) 7.6 Authorize the award of Invitation to Bid 02-18 to Pinellas Umpire Association, for umpire scheduling services, in the annual amount of $200,000 for a one-year term, with two annual renewal terms at the City's option and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent) 7.7 Approve a work order to Tetra Tech, Inc., of Orlando, Florida, in the amount of $638,973 for the Wastewater Collection System Master Plan (17-0006-UT) and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent) Page 3 City of Clearwater Printed on 2/28/2018 March 1, 2018City Council Meeting Agenda 7.8 Award a construction contract to Kloote Contracting, Inc., of Palm Harbor, Florida, for the Reclaimed Water Booster Pump Station Chlorine Feed System Improvements Project (16-0001-UT) in the amount of $1,071,642.00; approve Supplemental Two Work Order to Engineer of Record (EOR) Tetra Tech, Inc., of Tampa, FL, in the amount of $143,565 and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent) 7.9 Accept a Sidewalk Easement over portions of Lot 31 (609 North Garden Avenue) and Lot 42 (611 Spruce Avenue), of G.L. Bidwells Oakwood Addition to Clearwater, Florida, conveyed to the City by the Property Owner and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent) 7.10 Approve the award of Invitation to Bid 13-18 to Equipco Manufacturing, Inc., of Miami, FL, in the annual amount of $100,000 for the purchase of front load containers, effective for a one-year term with two, one-year renewal terms at the City’s option, in accordance with Code of Ordinances, Section 2.561, Purchases over $50,000; and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent) 7.11 Reappoint Jennifer Barbaro to the Public Art and Design Board as the Clearwater Arts Alliance, Inc. representative with a term to expire March 31, 2022 and appoint Neale Stralow, with a term to expire February 28, 2022, and Michael Potts, with a term to expire March 31, 2022, to the Public Art and Design Board. (consent) Public Hearings - Not before 6:00 PM 8. Second Readings - Public Hearing 8.1 Adopt Ordinance 9103-18 on second reading making amendments to the Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan repealing and replacing Chapters 1-3 which update goals, objectives and policies; increasing density and intensity and revise height; modifying Character District boundaries; and expanding the Old Bay Character District boundaries northward. 9. City Manager Reports 9.1 Approve a Mutual License and Use Agreement between the City of Clearwater (City) and BW CW Hospitality LLC (BWCW) of Houston Texas to allow for the construction of a pedestrian overpass by BWCW from the BWCW property over city Right-of-Way to city property known as Beach Walk and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. Page 4 City of Clearwater Printed on 2/28/2018 March 1, 2018City Council Meeting Agenda 9.2 Approve contract (purchase order) to Dix.Hite and Partners Inc. of Longwood, FL, in the amount of $100,000 for phase one architectural and engineering services for the design of Crest Lake Park according to the master plan developed by Wannemacher Jenson Architects Inc. (WJA) of St. Petersburg, FL., provide direction on project scope and funding source, and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. 9.3 Ratify and confirm the City Manager’s approval to increase a contract with Construction Manager at Risk, Khors Construction, Inc. from $375,267.19 to $404,942.28 to construct a new access control gate at Pier 60 and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. 9.4 Approve the Second Amendment to the Lease Agreement for Ruth Eckerd Hall, approve termination of the Facility Use Agreement, approve an easement agreement between the Clearwater Housing Authority, the City of Clearwater and Ruth Eckerd Hall, Inc, and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. 9.5 Establish a foreclosure policy to be included in City Council Policies, 32H, and adopt Resolution 18-07. 10. City Attorney Reports 11. Closing comments by Councilmembers (limited to 3 minutes) 12. Closing Comments by Mayor 13. Adjourn Page 5 City of Clearwater Printed on 2/28/2018 Cover Memo City of Clearwater City Hall 112 S. Osceola Avenue Clearwater, FL 33756 File Number: ID#18-4329 Agenda Date: 3/1/2018 Status: Agenda ReadyVersion: 1 File Type: Special recognitions and Presentations (Proclamations, service awards, or other special recognitions. Presentations by government agencies or groups providing formal updates to Council will be limited to ten minutes.) In Control: Council Work Session Agenda Number: 4.1 SUBJECT/RECOMMENDATION: Newspaper in Education Week Proclamation - Sue Bedry, Tampa Bay Times SUMMARY: APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT: USE OF RESERVE FUNDS: Page 1 City of Clearwater Printed on 2/28/2018 Cover Memo City of Clearwater City Hall 112 S. Osceola Avenue Clearwater, FL 33756 File Number: ID#18-4340 Agenda Date: 3/1/2018 Status: Agenda ReadyVersion: 1 File Type: Special recognitions and Presentations (Proclamations, service awards, or other special recognitions. Presentations by government agencies or groups providing formal updates to Council will be limited to ten minutes.) In Control: Council Work Session Agenda Number: 4.2 SUBJECT/RECOMMENDATION: Youth Arts Month Proclamation - Beth Daniels, Clearwater Arts Alliance President SUMMARY: APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT: USE OF RESERVE FUNDS: Page 1 City of Clearwater Printed on 2/28/2018 Cover Memo City of Clearwater City Hall 112 S. Osceola Avenue Clearwater, FL 33756 File Number: ID#18-4372 Agenda Date: 3/1/2018 Status: Agenda ReadyVersion: 1 File Type: Special recognitions and Presentations (Proclamations, service awards, or other special recognitions. Presentations by government agencies or groups providing formal updates to Council will be limited to ten minutes.) In Control: City Council Agenda Number: 4.3 SUBJECT/RECOMMENDATION: CFY Scholarship Winners - Dawn Daugherty, Chairman of Clearwater for Youth Scholarship Committee SUMMARY: APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT: USE OF RESERVE FUNDS: Page 1 City of Clearwater Printed on 2/28/2018 Cover Memo City of Clearwater City Hall 112 S. Osceola Avenue Clearwater, FL 33756 File Number: ID#18-4328 Agenda Date: 3/1/2018 Status: Agenda ReadyVersion: 1 File Type: MinutesIn Control: City Council Agenda Number: 5.1 SUBJECT/RECOMMENDATION: Approve the minutes of the February 13, 2018 City Council Meeting as submitted in written summation by the City Clerk. SUMMARY: APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT: USE OF RESERVE FUNDS: Page 1 City of Clearwater Printed on 2/28/2018 City Council Meeting Minutes February 13, 2018 Page 1 City of Clearwater City of Clearwater City Hall 112 S. Osceola Avenue Clearwater, FL 33756 Meeting Minutes Tuesday, February 13, 2018 6:00 PM Council Chambers City Council Draft City Council Meeting Minutes February 13, 2018 Page 2 City of Clearwater Rollcall Present: 5 - Mayor George N. Cretekos, Vice Mayor Hoyt Hamilton, Councilmember Doreen Caudell, Councilmember Bob Cundiff and Councilmember Bill Jonson 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. Unapproved 1. Call to Order – Mayor Cretekos The meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. at City Hall. 2. Invocation – Rev. Dr. John R. Thompson from Countryside Christian Center 3. Pledge of Allegiance – Councilmember Caudell 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.) – None. 5. Approval of Minutes 5.1 Approve the minutes of the February 1, 2018 City Council Meeting as submitted in written summation by the City Clerk. Councilmember Cundiff moved to approve the minutes of the February 1, 2018 City Council Meeting as submitted in written summation by the City Clerk. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously. 6. Citizens to be heard re items not on the agenda Marita Lynch expressed support for the signal box art wraps located throughout the city and suggested that the City continue partnering with the community's creative types, which will attract the bars and people to Downtown. Draft City Council Meeting Minutes February 13, 2018 Page 3 City of Clearwater 7. Consent Agenda – Approved as submitted. 7.1 Approve a Revocable License Agreement between the City of Clearwater and Jolley Trolley Transportation of Clearwater Incorporated, for the exclusive use of city-owned property at 115 South Martin Luther King Jr Avenue and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent) 7.2 Approve the agreement between Phillies Florida LLC and the City of Clearwater Fire and Rescue Department to provide emergency medical services at Spectrum Field for 2018 baseball events as outlined in the agreement and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent) 7.3 Approve an agreement with Van Scoyoc Associates to provide lobbying services at the federal level from February 1, 2018 through December 31, 2022 at a cost of $7,500 per month, plus estimated expenses of $5,000, not to exceed $95,000 per year, and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent) 7.4 Approve a contingency contract with Motley Rice, LLC., for representation for claims arising out of the opioid epidemic and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent) Vice Mayor Hamilton moved to approve the Consent Agenda as submitted 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 Downtown Redevelopment Plan repealing and replacing Chapters 1-3 which update goals, objectives and policies; increase density and intensity and revise height; modify Character District boundaries; and expand the Ol d Bay Character District boundaries northward; and pass Ordinance 9103 -18 on first reading. The Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan serves as a Special Area Plan for the Downtown Planning Area and as a Community Redevelopment Plan for the Community Redevelopment Area. Since the adoption of the Plan many changes have occurred in the Downtown; however, there continues to be a lack of commercial development, erosion of neighborhood character, and limited new housing development. This update is primarily focused on the land use components of the Plan, with additional updates to incorporate current data. Draft City Council Meeting Minutes February 13, 2018 Page 4 City of Clearwater Chapter 4, Implementation Plan, is not being amended at this time; however, it is incorporated into the updated document and reformatted to be consistent with the Plan as a whole. Chapter 4 is anticipated to be updated concurrently with the 15-year review of the Community Redevelopment Area Plan by Pinellas County in 2018. The Planning and Development Department is recommending amendments to the Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan to increase development potential, support preservation of neighborhood character, eliminate the need for lot consolidation in certain Districts, support variety of housing types, and encourage a multimodal Downtown. Ordinance No. 9103-18 proposes to: •Reaffirm and update the Vision, Guiding, Principles, Goals, Objectives and Policies; •Expand the Old Bay Character District boundary and subsequently the Downtown Planning Area boundary; •Consolidate two Character District Boundaries into one; •Increase intensity and density throughout; •Revise maximum permitted height to provide for transitions and consistency between standards and policy; •Revise Character District policies; •Incorporate the visions of recently completed supporting documents including Imagine Clearwater, North Marina Area Master Plan, Clearwater Comprehensive Boating Plan, and East Gateway District Vision Plan; •Add density specific to overnight accommodations functioning as bed and breakfasts in the Old Bay and Prospect Lake Character Districts; and •Remove the Design Guidelines. The Community Development Board, in its capacity as the Local Planning Agency (LPA), will review the proposed amendments to the Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan at a special public hearing on January 9, 2018, and make a recommendation to City Council. The Planning and Development Department will report the recommendation at the City Council meeting. The Community Redevelopment Agency will review the proposed amendments to the Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan at its meeting on January 16, 2018 and make a recommendation to the Council. The Planning and Development Department will report the recommendation at the City Council meeting. At the February 16, 2018 work session, there was council consensus to continue first reading to February 12, 2018. Draft City Council Meeting Minutes February 13, 2018 Page 5 City of Clearwater Senior Planner Ella Crandall provided a PowerPoint presentation. In response to questions, Ms. Crandall said staff is proposing an alternative boundary expansion with an even boundary line that is not jagged. Planning and Development Director Michael Delk said staff is not attempting to change the fundamental character of the neighborhood. Staff is attempting to eliminate any bifurcation of common ownership along Ft. Harrison Avenue relative to the boundary line of this district. He said staff does not anticipate the future development along Ft. Harrison to be single-family homes but rather a mix of relatively modest scaled residential, such as multi-family homes over retail. Mr. Delk said staff is trying to preserve the moderate scale of the neighborhood. Planner Manager Lauren Matzke said many of these properties are zoned commercial;the maximum height is 25 ft. for minimum standards but applicants can request up to 50 ft. through commercial zoning. She said many of the properties are zoned LMDR (low medium density residential) and are approximately 30 ft. high. It was suggested that the boundary line amendment be made at second reading. In response to questions, Mr. Crandall said existing buildings that are taller than the proposed maximum height guidelines would be established as non-confirming sites. Parking is being looked at as part of the Downtown zoning code to address the minimum downtown parking requirements and where it is regulated. Councilmember Cundiff moved to approve amendments to the Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan repealing and replacing Chapters 1-3 which update goals, objectives and policies; increase density and intensity and revise height; modify Character District boundaries; and expand the Old Bay Character District boundaries northward. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously. Ordinance 9103-18 was presented and read by title only. Councilmember Caudell moved to amend Ordinance 9103-18 as follows: On page 3 of the ordinance, recital 3 is amended to read as follows: Draft City Council Meeting Minutes February 13, 2018 Page 6 City of Clearwater WHEREAS, these proposed amendments to the Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan will afford greater redevelopment opportunity through increased density and intensity for the continued revitalization of the Downtown Planning Area by private enterprise and is consistent with the needs of the City as a whole; and On page 3 of the ordinance, a new recital 6 is added to clarify which chapters and appendices are being amended by this ordinance and to state which are substantively unaffected by this ordinance to read as follows: WHEREAS, these proposed amendments repeal and replace Chapters 1 through 3 and appendices 2 through 6, and delete appendices 9 and 10 from the Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan; Chapter 4 and appendices 1, 7 and 8 are substantively unaffected by this ordinance, other than reformatting, and could be updated when the Board of County Commissioners completes its Tax Increment Finance 15-year review around October 2018; and On page 3 of the ordinance, recitals 7 through 9, as re-ordered, are amended to read as follows: WHEREAS, the Community Redevelopment Agency has reviewed the proposed amendments to the Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan, as detailed in Exhibit “A,” and recommends approval to the City Council; and WHEREAS, the proposed amendments to the Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan, as detailed in Exhibit “A,” was were reviewed by the Community Development Board, which is the local planning agency for the City of Clearwater for purposes of the Local Government Comprehensive Planning and Land Development Regulation Act, and the Community Development Board found the Proposed Plan to be consistent with the Comprehensive Plan of the City; and WHEREAS, the Plan conforms proposed amendments to the Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan conform to the City’s general comprehensive plan; and Section 1 of the ordinance is amended by stating that Appendices 9 and 10 are to be deleted, Chapters 1 through 3 and Appendices 2 through 6 are repealed and replaced by the Exhibit, and Chapter 4 and Appendices 1, 7 and 8 are substantively unaffected other than reformatting, to read as follows: Section 1. Delete Appendices 9 and 10 from the current Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan, and Chapters 1 through 3 and Appendices 2 through 6 of the The current Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan is are repealed and shall be replaced by Exhibit “A,” which is hereby adopted; Chapter 4 and Appendices 1, 7 and 8 are Draft City Council Meeting Minutes February 13, 2018 Page 7 City of Clearwater substantively unaffected by this ordinance other than their reformatting and are included in Exhibit “A.” the Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan, which is attached hereto as Exhibit “A,” and is hereby adopted Section 2 of the ordinance is amended by adding the full name of the Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan and reference to Exhibit A, to read as follows: Section 2.The City Manager or designee shall forward said the proposed Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan amendments, as detailed in Exhibit “A,” to any agency required by law or rule to review or approve same. On page 62 of Exhibit A, amend Table 3.2. Old Bay Development Potential as follows: Old Bay FAR Fronting on N. Ft. Harrison Ave. & westward: 1.5 Eastward of properties fronting on N. Ft. Harrison Ave.: 0.5 Density 35 dwelling units per acre or 50 dwelling units per acre for mixed use West of N. Osceola Ave. & north of Seminole St. & 2 acres or greater, excluding properties fronting on Cedar St.: 50 hotel units per acre Bed & Breakfasts: 35 rooms per acre, not to exceed 10 rooms Height West of N. Osceola Ave. & between Drew & Georgia Sts. & or properties between N. Osceola & N. Ft. Harrison Aves. & between Jones & Drew Sts.: 150 feet West of Garden Ave. & south of Nicholson St.: 55 feet East of Garden Ave. & south of Nicholson St., or north of Nicholson St. & between N. Ft. Harrison & Garden Aves., or north of Cedar St. & between N. Osceola & N. Ft. Harrison Aves.: 45 feet North of Nicholson St.: 30 ft. North of Nicholson St. & south of Cedar St. & west of N. Ft. Harrison Ave. & east of N. Osceola Ave, or west of N. Osceola Ave. & fronting on Cedar St., or north of Nicholson St. & east of Garden Ave.: 35 feet Draft City Council Meeting Minutes February 13, 2018 Page 8 City of Clearwater On page 74 of Exhibit A, amend Table 3.4. Prospect Lake Development Potential as follows: Prospect Lake FAR West of S. Prospect Ave. & Knights Alley: 2.5 Remainder of District: 1.5 Density West of S. Prospect Ave. & Knights Alley: 75 dwelling units per acre Remainder of District: 50 dwelling units per acre Entire District: 40 hotel units per acre, Bed and Breakfasts: 35 rooms per acre, not to exceed 10 rooms Height: South of Laura St., & fronting on or south of Cleveland St.: 75 feet North of Laura St. & west of Marin Luther King, Jr. Ave.: 55 feet North of & not fronting on Cleveland St. & east of Martin Luther King, Jr. Ave.: 30 35 feet On page 78 of Exhibit A, amend Table 3.5. Downtown Gateway Development Potential as follows: Downtown Gateway FAR Fronting on Cleveland St. between Missouri & Hillcrest Aves. or fronting on Gulf to Bay Blvd.: 1.5 Remainder of District: 0.55 Density 35 dwelling units per acre Generally, fronting on Missouri Ave., Cleveland St., Gulf to Bay Blvd. more specifically as shown on Map 3.4, Maximum Hotel Density: 40 hotel units per acre Height South of Grove St., & fronting on or south of Cleveland St. between Missouri & N. San Remo Aves., or south of Laura St. between Hillcrest & N. San Remo Aves., & properties eastward of Gulf to Bay Blvd. & south of De Leon St.: 55 feet South of Drew St. & between Missouri & Hillcrest Aves.: 45 feet South of Drew St. between N. Hillcrest & N. Highland Aves.: 30 35 feet Draft City Council Meeting Minutes February 13, 2018 Page 9 City of Clearwater On page 86 of Exhibit A, revise Map 3.6, Maximum Height as follows: Draft City Council Meeting Minutes February 13, 2018 Page 10 City of Clearwater On page 124 of Exhibit A, insert graphics of the Plan as follows: The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously. Vice Mayor Hamilton moved to pass Ordinance 9103-18, as amended, on first reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was: Ayes: 5 - Mayor Cretekos, Vice Mayor Hamilton, Councilmember Caudell, Councilmember Cundiff and Councilmember Jonson 9. Second Readings - Public Hearing 9.1 Continue to March 1, 2018: Adopt Ordinance 9103-18 on second reading, amending the Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan, repealing and replacing Chapters 1 -3 which update goals, objectives and policies; increasing density and intensity and revise height; modifying Character District boundaries; and expanding the Old Bay Character District boundaries northward. No Action Taken. 10. City Manager Reports Campaign Signs The City Manager said staff continues to receive on a daily basis anonymous complaints regarding the placement of campaign signs. If the violations exist, staff is handling the matter appropriately with the sign owner. Campaign signs placed in the right-of-way must be removed. Draft City Council Meeting Minutes February 13, 2018 Page 11 City of Clearwater In response to a question, Planning and Development Director Michael Delk said city code requires a 5-ft. setback. He said it is not always easy to tell where the right-of-way line is located; it may differ from place to place. Generally speaking, if the sign is located inside the sidewalk area it is likely on or near private property. If the sign is located on the street-side of the sidewalk, it is within the public right-of-way. The City Manager said the signs cited in the initial complaint were not illegal. The complainant is now getting more technical. Staff is responding to all advised complaints. Support Downtown Clearwater The City Manager said staff will be reaching out to a new organization, Support Downtown Clearwater, to have a better idea of their mission and purpose. New Pedestrian Crosswalk The City Manager the new pedestrian crosswalk at the Causeway and East Shore Drive, east of the roundabout is in place and operational. The crosswalk is heavily used by pedestrians and causing minimum impact to vehicular traffic. He said extension of the decorative fencing along the roundabout (north and south sides), from Mandalay Ave./Coronado Dr. to the crosswalk, as well as replacing the pavers with asphalt, is scheduled for May 2018. 11. City Attorney Reports – None. 12. Other Council Action 12.1 Discussion regarding offshore oil drilling - Mayor Cretekos The Mayor commented that the resolution, if adopted, would be forwarded to the BIG C for their consideration. Two individuals spoke in support. Councilmember Jonson moved to approve Item 12.1. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously. Resolution 18-06 was presented and read by title only. Councilmember Caudell moved to adopt Resolution 18-06. The Draft City Council Meeting Minutes February 13, 2018 Page 12 City of Clearwater motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was: Ayes: 5 - Mayor Cretekos, Vice Mayor Hamilton, Councilmember Caudell, Councilmember Cundiff and Councilmember Jonson 13. Closing comments by Councilmembers (limited to 3 minutes) Councilmember Jonson said he spent time with the Legislative Delegation in Tallahassee on the 30th and the special act amendment was approved; he reported it was passed in the House on the 8th and is pending 2nd reading on the house floor. He said he had supper at Clearsky Café on Cleveland St. at a sidewalk table and met a couple from Dunedin who came to downtown Clearwater for dinner. He commended the Clearwater Neighborhood Coalition for the conference and thanked the Mayor for his participation. He said he is encouraged with the depth of dialogue from the candidates at the two organized forums and is pleased to see interest in moving Clearwater forward. Councilmember Caudell said she appreciates the support from Council and staff as she gets overly passionate regarding some topics that come before Council. She encouraged all to join in on the activities in downtown. 14. Closing Comments by Mayor Mayor Cretekos reviewed recent and upcoming events. 15. Adjourn The meeting adjourned at 7:09 p.m. Mayor City of Clearwater Attest City Clerk Draft Name: SPEAKER Citizen Comment Card t$ i 4\eer Address: GK'S CityerL Zip: 3Y 7 5 - Telephone Telephone Number: 7) `C 6 ( I. l S— Email Address: Speaking under citizens to be hard re items not on the agenda? p1-1".14.4. c& -v,,_ Agenda item(s) to which you wish to speak. What is your position on the item? For Against Citizen Comment Card Name: II?YjCL4it Address: (27 VlAcvv`i 14 -et_ Q-1 Li a City: eta ' Zip: 33'7& 7 Telephone Number: 204 ` - 3 C U Email Address: beceCo g etieti6 Speaking under citizens to be heard re items not on the agenda? 1$ Agenda item(s) to which you wish to speak. What is your position on the item? For ?<- Against Cover Memo City of Clearwater City Hall 112 S. Osceola Avenue Clearwater, FL 33756 File Number: ID#18-4321 Agenda Date: 3/1/2018 Status: Consent AgendaVersion: 1 File Type: Action ItemIn Control: Human Resources Agenda Number: 7.1 SUBJECT/RECOMMENDATION: Approve a purchase order (contract) in the amount of $378,000 to Unum Life Insurance Company of America for the period January 2018 through December 2018 for city paid life insurance and Long-Term Disability benefit and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent) SUMMARY: The City currently provides life insurance to all full-time employees and provides Long-Term Disability to those employees who do not participate in the City Pension Plan. The coverage will stay with the current carrier (Unum) with 6.8% ($17,300) increase to our current City paid premiums. This increase is within the amount budgeted for 2018. The coverage is as follows: • CWA Life in an amount equivalent to 1 ½ times the employee’s annual base salary not to exceed $50,000. • SAMP Life in an amount equivalent to 1 times the employee’s annual base salary. • Voluntary SAMP Supplemental Life in incremental amounts of $50,000, not to exceed $500,000 with premium payroll- deducted from the employee’s salary. • Basic Life insurance in the amount of $2,500 for all employees except CWA. • Basic Life insurance in the amount of $1,000 for grandfathered retirees. • Long Term Disability Insurance for those employees who do not participate in the City Pension Plan. APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT: Funding for $378,000 is available through appropriation code: 0590-07590-545500-519-000-00000 for life insurance and 0590-07590-545700-519-000-00000 for Long Term Disability. Page 1 City of Clearwater Printed on 2/28/2018 CITY OF CLEARWATER Renewal Analysis for Policy # 97477 Life Account Summary Thank you for choosing Unum as the insurance provider for your employee benefits. CITY OF CLEARWATER has been a Unum customer since January 01, 2012, utilizing Gehring Group as its brokerage contact. Unum understands that a strong employee benefits program helps you recruit and retain valuable employees. Our commitment is to provide you with options that meet the benefit needs of your diverse workforce, enhance productivity and minimize the cost of employee absence. Enclosed is a full summary of the performance of your benefit plan and the renewal offer for 2018. 2/7/2018 Renewal Analysis for CITY OF CLEARWATER prepared by Unum 2 Case Rate Calculation Base Buy-up Retiree 08/01/2012 to 08/01/2012 To 08/01/2012 to 08/01/2017 08/01/2017 08/01/2017 Paid Premium $894,334 $303,422 $87,635 Paid Claims $965,859 $281,750 $94,036 IBNR Res. Change $48,339 $11,713 $2,232 Pending Claims $86,500 $100,000 $0 Waiver Reserves $105 $0 $0 Conversion Charges $6,064 $2,057 $594 Incurred Claims $1,106,867 $395,520 $96,862 Pooling Charge $0 $823 $0 Pooled Claims $0 $0 $0 Non-Pooled Incurred Claims $1,106,867 $396,343 $96,862 Constant Premium $1,144,739 $303,422 $87,635 Incurred Loss Ratio %96.7%130.6%110.5% Tolerable Loss Ratio %67.8%67.8%67.8% Adjustment Factor 1.426 1.926 1.630 Inforce Rate 0.320 0.409 2.320 Experience Rate 0.456 0.787 3.782 Credibility %67.3%25.1%100.0% Manual Rate 0.308 0.309 3.976 Case Rate 0.408 0.429 3.782 2/7/2018 Renewal Analysis for CITY OF CLEARWATER prepared by Unum 3 Life Renewal Actions Your Life renewal rates are presented below and are reflective of your current plan design, demographics and claims experience. Renewal Actions – Employee Life Rate Grouping Rate Basis Bills Per Year Rate Type Inforce Rate Renewal Rate Percent Change Actives 1000 Vol 12 Composite 0.32 0.335 4.7 % Rate Grouping Rate Basis Bills Per Year Rate Type Inforce Rate Renewal Rate Percent Change Retirees 1000 Vol 12 Composite 2.32 3.78 63.0 % Rate Grouping Rate Basis Bills Per Year Age Band Inforce Rate Renewal Rate Percent Change Voluntary Life 1000 Vol 12 < 35 0.05 0.065 29.5 % Voluntary Life 1000 Vol 12 35-39 0.08 0.104 29.5 % Voluntary Life 1000 Vol 12 40-44 0.13 0.168 29.5 % Voluntary Life 1000 Vol 12 45-49 0.23 0.298 29.5 % Voluntary Life 1000 Vol 12 50-54 0.38 0.492 29.5 % Voluntary Life 1000 Vol 12 55-59 0.59 0.764 29.5 % Voluntary Life 1000 Vol 12 60-64 0.92 1.191 29.5 % Voluntary Life 1000 Vol 12 65-69 1.64 2.124 29.5 % Voluntary Life 1000 Vol 12 70 +2.94 3.807 29.5 % These renewal rates will be guaranteed from January 01, 2018 through January 01, 2021 and assume removal of EAP services. When designing and purchasing an insured employee benefit plan, we believe an employer should have maximum flexibility regarding how employer and employee premium contributions are allocated among the benefit coverages being purchased. When the employer's plan is subject to ERISA (the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974) the employer must make these purchasing decisions in a careful and thoughtful manner. In developing our premium rates, we have recommended an allocation that could be different from how you allocate employer and employee contributions under your current plan. If there is a change, Unum can assist you in modifying policy language to reflect the different allocation. Please let us know if you would like more information about our rates or the proposed premium allocation for each option quoted. 2/7/2018 Renewal Analysis for CITY OF CLEARWATER prepared by Unum 4 In Closing We Value Our Partnership Thank you for allowing Unum to provide employee benefits to you and your employees. We value the relationship we have with your company and look forward to working with you in the years to come. If you have questions about this analysis or would like additional information on any of the products or services mentioned, please contact your broker or Unum representative. 2010 Unum Group. All rights reserved. Unum is a registered trademark and marketing brand of Unum Group and its insuring subsidiaries. Policies or provisions may vary or be unavailable in some states. Policies have exclusions and limitations which may affect any benefits payable. See the actual policy or your Unum representative for specific details of availability. 2/7/2018 Renewal Analysis for CITY OF CLEARWATER prepared by Unum 5 Glossary of Terms The following glossary provides detailed explanations of the elements that may be involved in establishing rates for your insurance coverages. Case rate - the target rate, calculated by comparing the rate that would have produced premiums to cover expenses and incurred claims within the review period (experience rate), and the average rate for a case with the same characteristics as your employee population and insurance plan (manual rate). Constant premium - the premium that would have been paid if the current rate and plan design had been inforce throughout the review period. Conversion charges - the amount required to cover the risk associated with converting group life coverage to an individual policy when an employee terminates or retires. Credibility - the weight put on the past experience of the group in determining a case rate. Credibility is impacted by the number of lives covered, the frequency of claims, plan design and demographics. Experience adjustment - applied to the inforce rate to arrive at the experience rate. Calculated by dividing the incurred loss ratio (incurred claims divided by constant premiums) by the tolerable loss ratio (the incurred loss ratio required to cover incurred claims and the cost of doing business). Experience (or review) period - the time period used in the experience evaluation, usually five years for life insurance, one or two years for short term disability, and three years for long term disability. Experience rate - the rate that would have produced premiums adequate to cover incurred claims and pay expenses within the review period. IBNR (incurred but not reported) period - for LTD, the period of time equal to the elimination period, plus one month during which new claim liability is unknown. IBNR reserve change - reserve funds held by Unum as an estimate of claims incurred during a specific period but not yet reported to our benefits organization. Incurred claims - for LTD and STD, the paid claims plus the claims reserves; for life, the paid claims, reserves, and conversion charges. Incurred loss ratio (ILR) - the incurred claims (non-pooled incurred claims, for life insurance) divided by the constant premium, expressed as a percentage. Inforce rate - the current rate being charged for the cost of coverage. Manual rate - a target rate for your plan based on your employee demographics, industry group and insurance plan design, supported by Unum data. The manual rate does not take into account your actual claims experience. Non-pooled incurred claims - incurred claims plus the pooling charge, minus any pooled claims. Paid claims - the total amount paid on claims submitted during the review period. 2/7/2018 Renewal Analysis for CITY OF CLEARWATER prepared by Unum 6 (Continued) Paid loss ratio - paid claims divided by the paid premium, expressed as a percentage. Paid premium - the total amount paid as insurance premium for the review period. Pending claims - claims received, but not yet paid. Pooled claims - total of paid claims, pending claims and pro-rated waiver reserves above the pooling level. Pooling charge - the charge for removing claims above a certain amount (pooling level) from the case experience. The pooling process spreads the risk of these claim amounts over all cases, resulting in the pooling charge. Reserves - funds to cover claims both approved but not yet paid, incurred but not reported (IBNR), and run-out claims. Tolerable loss ratio - the target loss ratio required to cover incurred claims and the cost of doing business. For example, a tolerable loss ratio of 70% means that 70 cents of every premium dollar can be allocated to cover incurred claims, and the remaining 30 cents covers the cost of doing business. Waiver reserves - funds to pay for estimated future liability for disabled employees who have been approved for life insurance waiver of premium. 2010 Unum Group. All rights reserved. Unum is a registered trademark and marketing brand of Unum Group and its insuring subsidiaries. Policies or provisions may vary or be unavailable in some states. Policies have exclusions and limitations which may affect any benefits payable. See the actual policy or your Unum representative for specific details of availability. Cover Memo City of Clearwater City Hall 112 S. Osceola Avenue Clearwater, FL 33756 File Number: ID#18-4311 Agenda Date: 3/1/2018 Status: Consent AgendaVersion: 1 File Type: Action ItemIn Control: Parks & Recreation Agenda Number: 7.2 SUBJECT/RECOMMENDATION: Approve reimbursement payment to be made from the City to Beasley Media Group, Inc. (Beasley) for ticket sales for the March 3, 2018 Wild Splash event. (consent) SUMMARY: Beasley Media (formerly CBS Radio) has partnered with the City on several successful concerts over the past several years including the Hispanic Heritage Festival and Wild Splash. Wild Splash is a Class 3A event produced by the Parks and Recreation Department with all costs being covered by revenues derived from the event, primarily the ticket revenue. The City is responsible for the ticket revenue through the City’s ticketing agency (ETIX). Once the City pays for all expenses from ticketing revenue, the balance is paid to Beasley Media through a post-event settlement. This settlement could result in a payment over $100,000 which would need Council approval. Last year’s event had ticket sales of $373,403.20; expenses of $299,360.52, resulting in a post event settlement of $74,042.68. This year’s event revenue and expenses could be similar to last year’s, but in the event it is over $100,000, staff is requesting approval to pay Beasley. Staff estimates that under no circumstance would the payment be greater than $150,000 to Beasley. APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT: N/A USE OF RESERVE FUNDS: N/A Page 1 City of Clearwater Printed on 2/28/2018 Cover Memo City of Clearwater City Hall 112 S. Osceola Avenue Clearwater, FL 33756 File Number: ID#18-4312 Agenda Date: 3/1/2018 Status: Consent AgendaVersion: 1 File Type: Action ItemIn Control: Parks & Recreation Agenda Number: 7.3 SUBJECT/RECOMMENDATION: Approve a Purchase Order increase in the amount of $150,000 to Smith Fence Company, Clearwater, FL, for a revised total of $400,000 for the purchase of labor, materials, and equipment, to install and remove fencing for events and projects and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent) SUMMARY: Staff is requesting that the Purchase Order to Smith Fence Company in the amount of $250,000 be increased by $150,000, for a revised authorization amount of $400,000. As allowed by Section 2.564(1)(d), Code of Ordinances, the City is a co-op participant in the Pinellas County Co-op Contract #123-0148-B, with City requirements represented in the solicitation and resulting bid award. A purchase order to Smith Fence Company was issued on May 21, 2016 for $98,000 and Council approved an increase to $250,000 on February 2, 2017. Due to the many fence repairs and replacements caused by Hurricane Irma, coupled with increased security fence needs for capital improvement projects, there is a need to increase this purchase order. This contract is utilized for temporary and permanent fencing at special events; recreation facilities including tennis courts, ballfields, basketball courts; and perimeter fencing at construction projects. Smith Fence Company has been very responsive to the City’s needs. The current contract expires May 2018 and new bids will be solicited through the Pinellas County Cooperative Procurement Group. APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT: Funding for this BPO will come from a variety of operating and capital improvement codes in the Parks and Recreation Department, one of which is a CIP project specifically designated as “Fencing Replacement Program” CIP 315-93638. USE OF RESERVE FUNDS: N/A Page 1 City of Clearwater Printed on 2/28/2018 Cover Memo City of Clearwater City Hall 112 S. Osceola Avenue Clearwater, FL 33756 File Number: ID#18-4313 Agenda Date: 3/1/2018 Status: Consent AgendaVersion: 1 File Type: Action ItemIn Control: Parks & Recreation Agenda Number: 7.4 SUBJECT/RECOMMENDATION: Approve a proposal by Construction Manager at Risk Keystone Evacuators Inc. of Oldsmar, Florida, in the amount of $181,588 for site improvements at Moccasin Lake Park located at 2750 Park Trail Lane and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent) SUMMARY: On August 4, 2016, the Council approved the use of Construction Manager at Risk Services (CMR) for Continuing Contracts Biltmore Construction Co., Inc. of Belleair, FL; Cathey Construction and Development, LLC of Mexico Beach, FL; Certus Builders, Inc. of Tampa, FL; J. Kokolakis Contracting, Inc. of Tarpons Springs, FL; J.O. Delotto & Sons, Inc. of Tampa, FL; Keystone Excavators, Inc. of Oldsmar, FL; Khors Construction, Inc. of Thonotosassa, FL; and Wharton-Smith, Inc. of Sanford, FL for a period of four years. These firms were selected in accordance with Florida Statutes 255.103 and 287.055 under Request for Qualifications #24-16 based upon construction experience, financial capability, availability of qualified staff, local knowledge and involvement in the community. On April 16, 2015, the City Council approved a grant agreement with the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) for a matching grant in the amount of $200,000 for design and renovations to Moccasin Lake Nature Park. Project elements of the grant included the renovation of the Interpretive Center, restrooms, picnic facilities, parking, pier, natural playground area and interpretive trail elements. Several elements of the grant have been completed including the construction of a new pier, improvements to the trail, ordering playground equipment, and design of the interpretive center and restrooms. This contract consists of site work needed to complete the parking lot improvements, lift station and sanitary sewer line. Renovations of the interpretive center and new restrooms will be done by others. During construction of the parking lot and sanitary sewer system the park will be closed to the public. This is a 120-day contract therefore the work should be completed prior to August 1, 2018. APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT: Page 1 City of Clearwater Printed on 2/28/2018 File Number: ID#18-4313 Funds are available for this project in Capital Improvement Project 315-93648 "Moccasin Lake Park Renovations” and “Parking Lot Resurfacing” (315-93286). USE OF RESERVE FUNDS: N/A Page 2 City of Clearwater Printed on 2/28/2018 Construction Manager at Risk Contract This CONTRACT made and entered into this ail; 91.249/6, by and between the City of Clearwater, Florida, a municipal corporation, herein designated as the "City" or "Owner", and Kc m is Csedr w ed..s . of theCS' .f Oiambot, County Pinellas and State of Florida, hereinafter designated as the "Construction Manager". The contracting entities shall collectively be known as the "Parties." WITNESSETH: WHEREAS, the Clearwater City Council has approved using the Construction Manager at Risk approach on appropriate projects as determined by the City's Engineering Department; and WHEREAS, the City desires that the Construction Manager perform the management of the necessary construction, design, and preconstruction services (collectively referred to as the Services) on an as- needed basis subject to the terms and conditions set forth in this agreement and any agreement incorporated into this agreement by reference. NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS AGREED BY THE PARTIES: ARTICLE 1: SCOPE OF WORK AND CONTRACT DOCUMENTS 1.1 The Construction Manager and its successors, assigns, executors or administrators, in consideration of the sums of money, as herein after set forth to be paid by the City to the Construction Manager, shall and will at its own cost and expense perform all labor, furnish all materials, tools and equipment for all individual projects assigned as a result of this contract. 1.2 For each individual project assigned, in accordance with such proposal and technical supplemental specifications and such other special provisions and drawings, if any, which will be submitted by the City, together with any advertisement, instructions to bidders, general conditions, proposal and bond, which may be hereto attached, and any drawings, if any, which may be herein referred to, are hereby made a part of this contract, and all of said work to be performed and completed by the contractor and its successors and assigns shall be fully completed in a good and workmanlike manner to the satisfaction of the City. 1.3 Unless otherwise specified in this contract, all work shall be completed in accordance with Section III and Section IV of the City of Clearwater Contract Specifications (the Specifications). For the purposes of this contract, the term Contractor in Section III shall include the Construction Manager. The Specifications, as may be supplemented and changed, along with this Contract constitute the Contract Documents." In the event there is any conflict between this Contract and the Specifications, this Contract shall take precedence except that the GMP PROPOSAL dated in the amount of $ is expressly incorporated and made part of this Agreement. Further, the GMP Proposal shall be determinative and control in the event of any conflict, discrepancy, absence of information and / or term or condition to the contrary. Page 1 of 12 ARTICLE 2: CONSTRUCTION MANAGER'S DUTIES AND STATUS 2.1 The Construction Manager recognizes the relationship of trust and confidence established between it and the City by this Agreement, and agrees with the City to furnish its best skill and judgment and the overall supervision of its executives; to fumish efficient business administration and superintendence; and to use every effort to keep upon the project site at all times an adequate supply of workforce and materials to secure its execution and completion in the most expeditious and economical manner. 2.2 The Construction Manager represents that it has made a thorough examination of the premises and is thoroughly familiar with the conditions under which it is to work. 2.3 The Construction Manager agrees to perform and complete the Services in accordance with laws, rules, and regulations of all govemmental authorities and departments thereof. 2.4 The Construction Manager agrees to cooperate with the City, Architect- Engineer, or any other Design Professional in all respects, including, but not limited to, providing necessary preconstruction services, such as evaluation of methods, availability and costs of the various components of the Services while under design consideration; supervising the Services and the progress thereof; the coordination of the Services and suggesting changes in the Services; and supplying information as to costs and availability of materials and methods of construction in order, amongst other things, to reduce costs wherever the same may be practicably consistent with the quality of the Services presented in the Contract Documents. 2.5 The Construction Manager agrees to the following: a) In connection with the performance of work under this Contract, the Construction Manager agrees not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, sex, religion, color, or national origin. The aforesaid provision shall include, but not be limited to, the following employment upgrading demotion or transfer recruitment or recruitment advertising lay -off or termination rates of pay or other forms of compensation; and selection for training, including apprenticeship b) The Construction Manager agrees to post hereafter in conspicuous places, available for employees or applicants for employment, notices to be provided by the contracting officer setting forth the provisions of the non - discrimination clause. c) The Construction Manager further agrees to insert the foregoing provisions in all contracts hereunder, including contracts or agreements with labor unions and /or worker's representatives, except sub - contractors for standard commercial supplies or raw materials. ARTICLE 3: SCOPE OF THE SERVICES 3.1 The services that the Construction Manager shall provide include, but are not limited to those described in the following sections. 3.2 Reporting - Written reports shall be provided with the monthly pay requests as follows: Page 2 of 12 a) Monthly Executive Summary which provides an overview of current issues and pending decisions, future developments and expected achievements, and any problems or delays, including code violations found by any permitting agency. b) A Monthly Construction Progress Report that includes a cost narrative, a scheduling narrative and that summarizes the work of the various subcontractors. This report shall include information from the weekly job site meetings as applicable such as: general conditions long lead supplies current deliveries safety and labor relations programs permits construction problems and recommendations; and plans for the succeeding month 3.3 Scheduling a) Upon award of this Contract, the Construction Manager shall submit a master project schedule covering the planning and design approvals, construction and Owner occupancy of the Project. This schedule will serve as the framework for the subsequent development of all detailed schedules. The master project schedule shall be produced and updated monthly throughout the project. b) Within thirty (30) days after the date of the Owner's issuance of a Notice to Proceed, the Construction Manager shall prepare and submit to the Owner two copies of a Critical Path Method (CPM) construction schedule graphically depicting the activities contemplated to occur as a necessary incident to performance of the work required to complete the project, showing the sequence in which the Construction Manager proposes for each such activity to occur and duration (dates of commencement and completion, respectively) of each activity. c) Following development and submittal of the construction schedule the Construction Manager shall, at the end of each calendar month during the project, or at such earlier intervals as circumstances may require, update and /or revise the construction schedule to show the actual progress of the work performed and the occurrences of all events which have affected the progress of performance of work already performed or will affect the progress of the performance of the work yet to be performed in contrast with the planned progress of performance of such work, as depicted on the original construction schedule and all updates and/or revisions thereto as reflected in the updated and/or revised construction schedule last submitted prior to submittal of each such monthly update and revision. Each such update and/or revision to the construction schedule shall be submitted to the Owner in duplicate. d) The Construction Manager shall provide current scheduling information and provide direction and coordination regarding milestones, beginning and finishing dates, responsibilities for performance and the relationships of the Construction Manager's work to the work of his subcontractors and suppliers to enable them to perform their respective tasks so that the development of construction progresses in a smooth and efficient manner in conformance with the overall project schedule. The schedule shall include all phases of the construction work, material supplies, long lease procurement, approval of shop drawings, change orders in progress, schedules for change orders, and performance testing requirements. The Construction Manager shall advise the Owner, its representatives and the Architect- Engineer of their required participation in any meeting or inspection giving each at least one week notice unless such notice Is made Impossible by conditions beyond his control. The Page 3of12 Construction Manager shall hold job -site meetings at least once each month with the Construction Team and at least once each week with the subcontractors and the Architect - Engineer's Field Representative, or more frequently as required by work progress, to review progress, discuss problems and their solutions and coordinate future work with all subcontractors. e) Twice per month corresponding as closely as possible with progress review meetings, a two week' look ahead report shall be prepared and submitted to Owner and Architect / Engineer. 3.4 Design Review and Recommendations a) The Construction Manager shall familiarize himself thoroughly with the evolving architectural, civil, mechanical, plumbing, electrical and structural plans and specifications and shall follow the development of design through Contract Documents. The Construction Manager shall make recommendations with respect to the selection of systems and materials, and cost reducing altematives including assistance to the Architect- Engineer and Owner in evaluating alternative comparisons versus long term cost effect. The evaluation shall speak to the benefits of the speed of erection and early completion of the project. The Construction Manager shall fumish pertinent information as to the availability of materials and labor that will be required. The Construction Manager shall submit to the Owner and Architect-Engineer such comments as may be appropriate conceming construction, feasibility, and practicality. The Construction Manager shall bring to the Owner and the Architect-Engineer's attention any apparent defects in the design, drawing and specifications, or other documents. The Construction Manager shall prepare an estimate of the construction cost at appropriate milestones during the design and shall evaluate such estimate with the project budget. The Construction Manager shall recommend cost saving altematives, as appropriate, at each design milestone. At each design milestone the Owner, Architect Engineer and Construction Manager shall conduct a value engineering review. b) After receiving the Construction Documents for each phase of the project, the Construction Manager shall perform a specific review thereof. Promptly after completion of the review, the Construction Manager shall submit to the Owner, with a duplicate to the Architect - Engineer, a written report covering suggestions or recommendations previously submitted, additional suggestions or recommendations as the Construction Manager may deem appropriate, and all actions taken by the Architect - Engineer with respect to same, any comments he may deem to be appropriate with respect to separating the work into separate contracts and/or alternative materials. c) At completion of the Construction Manager's review of the plans and specifications, except only as to specific matters as may be identified by appropriate comments pursuant to this section, the Construction Manager shall warrant, without assuming any architectural or engineering responsibility, that the plans and specifications are consistent, practical, feasible and constructible. The Construction Manager shall warrant that the work described in the plans and specifications for the various bidding packages is constructible within the scheduled construction time. d) The Construction Manager shall review the design for the purpose of identifying long lead procurement items (i.e. machinery, equipment, materials and supplies). When each item is identified, the Construction Manager shall notify the subcontractors, the Owner, and the Architect- Engineer of the required procurement and schedule. Such information shall be included in the bid documents and made a part of all affected sub - contracts. As soon as the Architect- Engineer has completed drawings and technical specifications and the Construction Manager has obtained permitting approval, the Construction Manager shall Page 4of12 prepare invitations for bids. The Construction Manager shall keep informed of the progress of the respective subcontractors or suppliers, manufacturing or fabricating such items and advise Project Director, Owner and Architect- Engineer of any problems or prospective delay in delivery. 3.5 Staffing - Key personnel assigned to City projects by the Construction Manager shall not be removed from the project until alternate personnel acceptable to the City are approved in writing by the City. 3.6 Soliciting Bids a) Without assuming responsibilities of the Architect- Engineer, and unless waived in writing by the Owner, the Construction Manager shall prepare invitations for bids, or requests for proposal when applicable, for all procurements of long lead items, materials and services, and for Subcontractor contracts. Such invitations for bids shall be prepared in accordance with the following guidelines: i) Contracts totaling $1,000 but not exceeding $10,000 may be entered into by the Construction Manager with the firm which is qualified and submits the lowest verbal quotation. The Construction Manager shall obtain a minimum of two (2) verbal quotations. These quotations shall be entered on a bid tabulation sheet and a copy of such tabulation sent to the Owner, Architect- Engineer and to each firm. The successful quotation shall be confirmed by written contract or purchase order to the low bid firm defining the scope and quality of work to be provided. ii) Contracts totaling $10,000 but not exceeding $200,000 may be entered into by the Construction Manager with the firm who is qualified and submits the lowest responsive proposal. The Construction Manager shall request at least three (3) firms to submit sealed written proposals based on written drawings and /or specifications. The written proposals shall all be opened publicly at the location, date and time named by the Construction Manager in his request for proposal. A tabulation of the results shall be furnished to the Owner, Architect- Engineer and to each firm. iii) Contracts totaling $200,000 but not exceeding $500,000 may be entered into by the Construction Manager with the firm who is pre - qualified and submits the lowest responsive proposal. The Construction Manager shall advertise these projects at least once with the last advertisement appearing at least 21 calendar days prior to the established bid opening date. These proposals shall be based on approved plans and specifications. Bids shall be received and opened publicly at the location, date and time established in the bid advertisement. iv) Contracts totaling $500,000 or greater shall be treated the same as described under iii above except that the advertisement shall be run for at least 30 days prior to the established bid opening and at least 5 days prior to any scheduled pre -bid conference. v) Individual purchases of materials or rentals or leases of equipment of up to $999.99 each may be made without bids or quotes when reasonably necessary to expedite work on the project; however, the Construction Manager shall not divide or separate a procurement in order to avoid the requirements set forth above. vi) Site utilities may be acquired at market rates from the entity(ies) providing such in the franchise area. Page 5of12 b) For each separate construction contract exceeding $35,000, the Construction Manager shall, unless waived by Owner, conduct a pre -bid conference with prospective bidders, the Architect - Engineer and the Owner. In the event questions are raised which require an interpretation of the bidding documents or otherwise indicate a need for clarification or correction of the invitation, the Construction Manager shall transmit these to the Architect - Engineer and upon receiving clarification or correction in writing shall prepare an addendum to the bidding document, and issue same to all of the prospective bidders. 3.7 Quality Control - The Construction Manager shall develop and maintain a program, acceptable to the Owner and Architect- Engineer that assures quality control of the construction. The Construction Manager shall supervise the work of all subcontractors providing instruction to each when their work does not conform to the requirements of the plans and specifications and shall continue to assert influence and control over each subcontractor to ensure that corrections are made in a timely manner so as to not affect the efficient progress of the work. Should disagreement occur between the Construction Manager, the Owner or the Architect- Engineer over acceptability of work and conformance with the requirements of the specifications and plans, the Owner shall be the final judge of performance and acceptability. 3.8 Subcontractor Interfacing - The Construction Manager shall be the single point of interface with all subcontractors for any work done under this Contract. The Construction Manager shall negotiate all change orders, field orders and request for proposals, with all affected subcontractors and shall review the costs of those proposals and advise the Owner and Architect- engineer of their validity and reasonableness, acting in the Owner's best interest prior to requesting approval of each change order from the Owner. Before any work is begun on any change order, a written authorization from the Owner must be issued. When health and safety are threatened, however, the Construction Manager shall act immediately to remove such threat to health and safety. The Construction Manager shall also carefully review all shop drawings and then forward the same to the Architect - Engineer for review and actions. The Architect- Engineer will transmit them back to the Construction Manager who will then issue the shop drawings to the affected subcontractor for fabrication or revision. The Construction Manager shall maintain a record to promote expeditious handling. The Construction Manager shall request the Architect- Engineer to make interpretations of the drawings or specifications requested of him by the subcontractors and shall maintain a record to promote timely response. The Construction Manager shall advise the Owner and Architect-Engineer when timely response is not occurring on any of the above. The Construction Manager shall collect, review and submit to the Owner, all project closeout documentation including operation, maintenance and training manuals. ARTICLE 4: MAXIMUM PROJECT COST AND FEES FOR SERVICES 4.1 Guaranteed Maximum Price for Construction a) When the Construction Documents are sufficiently complete to establish the scope of work for the project or any portion thereof, the Construction Manager will establish and submit in writing to the Owner for his approval a Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) guaranteeing the maximum price to the Owner, for the construction cost of the project or designated part thereof. Such Guaranteed Maximum Price will be subject to modification for changes in the project as provided in article 4.1(e) below. Actual price paid for the work by the Owner, however, shall be the actual cost of all work subcontracts, supply contracts, direct Tabor costs, direct supervision costs and direct job costs, plus the Construction Manager's fees or the GMP, whichever is less when the work is complete. Invoicing shall occur monthly for completed work with 5% retainage withheld until final completion and acceptance of all work covered in the contract documents in accordance to the City's General Conditions. Page 6of12 b) At the time of submission of a Guaranteed Maximum Price, the Construction Manager will verify the time schedule for activities and work which were adopted and used to determine the Construction Manager's cost of work. In addition to the cost of work, a GMP will indude an agreed upon sum as the construction contingency which is included for the purpose of defraying the expenses due to unforeseen circumstances relating to construction. The Construction Manager will be required to fumish documentation evidencing expenditures charged to the contingency prior to the release of funds by the Owner. If bids are received below the applicable line items in the GMP, the surplus will be added to the contingency. c) If bids are received above the applicable line item in the GMP, the deficiency will be taken from the contingency; however, such occurrence shall not be cause to increase the GMP. d) If bids are not received for a portion of the work at or below the applicable line item amount in the GMP, the Construction Manager reserves the right to perform that portion of the work as acknowledged by the Owner or negotiate for its performance for the specified line item lump sum amount or less. e) The increase or decrease in the Guaranteed Maximum Price resulting from a change in the Project shall be determined in one or more of the following ways: i. By mutual acceptance of a lump sum properly itemized and supported by sufficient substantiating data to permit evaluation by the Architect Engineer and owner; ii. By unit prices stated in the Agreement or subsequently agreed upon; iii. If none of the methods is agreed upon, the Construction Manager, provided it has received a signed written order by the Owner, shall promptly proceed with the work involved. The cost of such work shall then be determined on the basis of the reasonable expenditures and savings of those performing the work attributed to the change. In the event a Change Order is issued under these conditions, however, the Architect-Engineer will establish an estimated cost of the work and the Construction Manager shall not perform any work whose cost exceeds that estimate without prior written approval by the Owner. In such case, the Construction Manager shall keep and present, in such form as the Owner may prescribe, an itemized accounting together with appropriate supporting data of the increase in the Cost of the Project. The amount of decrease in the Guaranteed Maximum Price to be allowed by the Construction Manager to the Owner for any deletion or change which results in a net decrease in cost will be the amount of the actual net decrease; iv. The Architect- Engineer will have authority to order minor changes in the Project not involving an adjustment in the Guaranteed Maximum Price or an extension of the Construction Completion Date and not inconsistent with the intent of the Drawings and Specifications. Such changes shall be effected by written order. Documentation of changes shall be determined by the Architect- Engineer.. Changes shall be approved by the Architect-Engineer 4.2 Construction Manager's Fee - In consideration of the performance of the contract, the Owner agrees to pay the Construction Manager as compensation for his services, fees as set forth below : Page 7 of 12 Preconstruction Phase Fee - shall be based on design costs if applicable, constructability review, value engineering and fee determination of Guaranteed Maximum Price. The fee for this phase in the amount of $ TBD shall be paid at the negotiated price upon receipt of the Guaranteed Maximum Price. a) Construction Phase Fee - Prior to commencement of the Construction Phase, the Owner will direct the Construction Manager in writing to proceed into the Construction Phase. The Construction Manager's compensation for work or service performed during the Construction Phase shall be a fee of TBD . The Construction Phase Fee shall be invoiced and paid in TBD months. Payments will be remitted monthly at the cost of TBD each and one final monthly payment of TBD The first monthly payment shall become due thirty days following the issuance of the first Construction Authorization and the final monthly payment shall be paid only when construction of the project is completed and occupancy of the project accepted by the Owner. If construction is authorized only for a part of the project, the fee paid shall be proportionate to the amount of work authorized by the Owner. ARTICLE 5: TERMINATION AND TIME OF THE ESSENCE 5.1 If the Construction Manager is adjudged bankrupt or makes a general assignment for the benefit of creditors, or if a receiver is appointed on account of its insolvency, or if refuses or fails, except in cases for which an extension of time is provided, to supply enough properly skilled workmen or proper materials for the Services, or otherwise be guilty of a substantial violation of any provision of this Agreement as determined by the certificate of the Architect, the Owner may, without prejudice and reserving any other right or remedy the Owner may have, after giving the Construction Manager seven (7) days' written notice, terminate the employment of the Construction Manager and take possession of the premises and all materials, tools, and appliances thereon and finish the Project in whatever manner the Owner may deem expedient. 5.2 It is mutually agreed between the parties hereby that time is of the essence of this contract, and in the event that the Substantial Completion Date is not achieved within the time stipulated herein, it is then further agreed that the City may deduct from such sums or compensation as may be due to the Construction Manager, the sum of $1,000.00 per day for each day that the work to be performed by the Construction Manager remains incomplete beyond the time limit specified herein, which sum of I 1,000.011 per day shall only and solely represent damages which the City has sustained by reason of the failure of the Construction Manager to complete the work within the time stipulated, it being further agreed that the sum is not to be construed as a penalty but is only to be construed as liquidated damages for failure of the Construction Manager to complete and perform all work within the time period as specified in this contract. ARTICLE 6: INDEMNIFICATION 6.1The Construction Manager and his or its successors and assigns does hereby agree to assume the defense of any legal action which may be brought against the City as a result of the Construction Manager's activities arising out of this contract and furthermore, in consideration of the terms, stipulations and conditions as contained herein, agrees to hold the city free and harmless from any and all claims for damages, costs of suits, judgments or decrees resulting from any claims made under this contract against the city or the contractor or the contractor's sub - contractors, agents, servants or employees resulting from activities by the aforementioned contractor, sub - contractor, agent servants or employees. Page 8of12 6.2 Nothing contained herein shall be construed as a waiver of any immunity from or limitation of liability the City (Owner) may be entitled to under the doctrine of sovereign immunity or section 768.28, Florida Statutes. ARTICLE 7: TITLE TO THE PROJECT 7.1 The title of all work, completed portions of the Project and in the course of construction, and of all materials on account of which payment has been made shall be in the Owner. ARTICLE 8: ASSIGNMENT 8.1 This Agreement shall be binding upon and inure to the benefit of the Parties hereto and their respective successors and assigns, except that this Agreement may not be assigned by either party without the prior written consent of the other party. Any assignment made without such prior written consent shall not vest rights in the assignee. ARTICLE 9: ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS 9.1 This Agreement shall be govemed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Florida, and the venue for any dispute under this Agreement shall be an appropriate court of competent jurisdiction in Pinellas County, Florida. 9.2 Any notice required to be given by the terms and provisions of this Agreement or by any law or govemmental regulation, either by the Owner or Construction Manager, shall be in writing unless otherwise required by such law or regulation and shall be deemed to have been served and given when deposited in either Registered or Certified Mail in United States Branch Post Office, addressed to the party hereto to whom directed, at the address specified in the Specifications,. 9.3 The language in this Agreement shall be construed according to its customary meaning within the Florida building industry. Whenever used, the singular shall include the plural, the plural the singular, and the use of any gender shall be applicable to all genders. 9.4 If any provision of the Contract Documents is invalid or unenforceable as against any person or party, the remainder of the Contract Documents and the applicability of such provision to other persons or parties shall not be affected thereby. 9.5 Nothing contained in this Agreement shall be construed to mean that the Construction Manager and Owner are joint venturers or partners. 9.6 In addition to all other contract requirements as provided by law, the contractor executing this agree- ment agrees to comply with public records law. IF THE CONTRACTOR HAS QUESTIONS REGARDING THE APPLICATION OF CHAPTER 119, FLORIDA STATUTES, THE CONTRACTORS DUTY TO PROVIDE PUBLIC RECORDS RELATING TO THIS CONTRACT. CONTACT THE CUTODIAN OF PUBLIC RECORDS AT 727 - 562 -4092, Rosemarie .CaWmyclearwater.com, 112 S. Osceola Ave., Clearwater, FL 33756 Page 9of12 The contractor's agreement to comply with public records law applies specifically to: a) Keep and maintain public records required by the City of Clearwater hereinafter "public agency ") to perform the service being provided by the contractor hereunder. b) Upon request from the public agency's custodian of public records, provide the public agency with a copy of the requested records or allow the records to be inspected or copied within a reasonable time at a cost that does not exceed the cost provided for in Chapter 119, Florida Statutes, as may be amended from time to time, or as otherwise provided by law. c) Ensure that the public records that are exempt or confidential and exempt from public records disclosure requirements are not disclosed except as authorized by law for the duration of the contract term and following completion of the contract if the contractor does not transfer the records to the public agency. d) Upon completion of the contract , transfer, at no cost, to the public agency all public records in possession of the contractor or keep and maintain public records required by the public agency to perform the service. If the contractor transfers all public records to the public agency upon completion of the contract, the contractor shall destroy any duplicate public records that are exempt or confidential and exempt from public records disclosure requirements. If the contractor keeps and maintains public records upon completion of the contract, the contractor shall meet all applicable requirements for retaining public records. All records stored electronically must be provided to the public agency, upon request from the public agency's custodian of public records, in a format that is compatible with the information technology systems of the public agency. e) A request to inspect or copy public records relating to a public agency's contract for services must be made directly to the public agency. If the public agency does not possess the requested records, the public agency shall immediately notify the contractor of the request and the contractor must provide the records to the public agency or allow the records to be inspected or copied within a reasonable time. f) The contractor hereby acknowledges and agrees that if the contractor does not comply with the public agency's request for records, the public agency shall enforce the contract provisions in accordance with the contract. Page 10 of 12 g) A contractor who fails to provide the public records to the public agency within a reasonable time may be subject to penalties under Section 119.10, Florida Statutes. h) If a civil action is filed against a contractor to compel production of public records relating to a public agency's contract for services, the court shall assess and award against the contractor the reasonable costs of enforcement, including reasonable attorney fees, if: 1. The court determines that the contractor unlawfully refused to comply with the public records request within a reasonable time; and 2. At least 8 business days before filing the action, the plaintiff provided written notice of the public records request, including a statement that the contractor has not complied with the request, to the public agency and to the contractor. i) A notice complies with subparagraph (h)2. if it is sent to the public agency's custodian of public records and to the contractor at the contractor's address listed on its contract with the public agency or to the contractor's registered agent. Such notices must be sent by common carrier delivery service or by registered, Global Express Guaranteed, or certified mail, with postage or shipping paid by the sender and with evidence of delivery, which may be in an electronic format. j) A contractor who complies with a public records request within 8 business days after the notice is sent is not liable for the reasonable costs of enforcement. Page 11 of 12 IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties to the agreement have hereunto set their hands and seals and have executed this Agreement, in duplicate, the day and year first above written. CITY OF CLEARWATER IN PINELLAS COUNTY, FLORIDA By: William B. Home 11 City Manager Countersigned: BY: Sto yACe AttO George Cretekos, Mayor - Councilmember Contractor must indicate whether Corporation, Partnership, company or Individual) The person signing shaN, in his own handwriting sign the Principal's name, his own name and his title; where the person is signing for a Corporation he must, by Affidavit, show his authority to bind the Corporation). Attest: Rosemarie Call, City Clerk Approv as t fo Smith, istant City Attorney 1'dreviver 60,14 S,,T 1G Contrdctor) SCRUTINIZED COMPANIES AND BUSINESS OPERATIONS WITH CUBA AND SYRIA CERTIFICATION FORM THIS FORM MUST BE COMPLETED AND SUBMITTED WITH PROPOSAL FOR PROJECTS THAT MAY EXCEED $1,000,000. FAILURE TO SUBMIT THIS FORMAS REQUIRED, MAY DEEM YOUR SUBMITTAL NONRESPONSIVE The affiant, by virtue of the signature below, certifies that: 1. The vendor, company, individual, principal, subsidiary, affiliate, or owner is aware of the requirements of section 287.135, Florida Statutes, regarding companies on the Scrutinized Companies with Activities in Sudan List, the Scrutinized Companies with Activities in the Iran Petroleum Energy Sector List, or engaging in business operations in Cuba and Syria; and 2. The vendor, company, individual, principal, subsidiary, affiliate, or owner is eligible to participate in this solicitation and is not listed on either the Scrutinized Companies with Activities in Sudan List, the Scrutinized Companies with Activities in the Iran Petroleum Sector List, or engaged in business operations in Cuba and Syria; and 3. Business Operations means, for purposes specifically related to Cuba or Syria, engaging in commerce in any form in Cuba or Syria, including, but not limited to, acquiring, developing, maintaining, owning, selling, possessing, leasing or operating equipment, facilities, personnel, products, services, personal property, real property, military equipment, or any other apparatus of business or commerce; and 4. If awarded the Contract (or Agreement), the vendor, company, individual, principal, subsidiary, affiliate, or owner immediately notify the City of Clearwater in writing, no later than five (5) calendar days after any of its principals are Eitaced on the Scrutinized Companies with Activities in Sudan List, the Scrutinized Companies with Activities in the Iran Retrgt Sect List, or engages in business operations in Cuba and Syria. Authorized:Stgnature f o T C. Fo_t,VW,gl rPrr-innttegi,Name 1 •CcrtS /j?d.4/r Title Atsmie 6eiCerfi/ArotS, ire. Nanfe of Entity/Corporation STATE OF Fcc,040,4 COUNTY OF The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me on this 110 day of ,urge_ , 20 IL , byunbar . C.. Focnc..sc 4. (name of person whose signature is being notarized) as the 0,re..s deny (title) of 1<eals.lausle. Exegt,,Ad (name of corporation /entity),, rallyknowntomeasdescribedherein , or produced a (type of identification) as identification, and who did/did not take an oath. Notary Public - J Printed Name My Commission Expires: NOTARY SEAL ABOVE TRUTH -IN- NEGOTIATION CERTIFICATE In compliance with the Consultants' Competitive Negotiation Act, Section 287.055, Florida Statutes, and The Truth in Negotiations Act (TINA), Gotelry- 57WE'Xd41 fir i hereby certifies that wage rates, fringe rates and other factual unit costs supporting the compensationRISC5xoces ,fit for the a, r„ru.thd GDtiahc. services of (l7 ed_toogimareiG to be provided under this Agreement, conceming /P'Q AV- are accurate, complete and current as of the time of contracting. The hereby undersigned representative submits this certification that they: 0.... e :an: ' authorized representative of the proposer who may legally bind the proposer attest to'' the accuracy of the information: STATE OF Fie.tav4 COUNTY OF /a/Ave-A.4_44 Authorized Signature K tumr- c • F:eiiC.tl6ttr4GT" R Printed Name Title if/9672,0%4r exoav r7a3s,. ., Name of Entity/Corporation The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me on this U'" day of Au lhe. , 20 t t . , by 44c.er -i. C . FOrn wo.,\ name of person whose signature is being notarized) as the t restde„ - title) of \{e..vslichne. _YCAtinAdres. Tr,e _ (name of corporation/entity), onallr known to me as described herein , or produced a type of identification) as identification, and who did / did not take an oath. Wen Notary Public Printed Name My Commission Expires: NOTARY SEAL ABOVE 0 AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO CONSTRUCTION MANAGER AT RISK SERVICES CONTINUING CONTRACT, DATED JUNE 15, 2016, BETWEEN KEYSTONE EXCAVATORS, INC. ( "Contractor") AND THE CITY OF CLEARWATER ( "City ") The City of Clearwater's RFQ #24 -16 Construction Management at Risk Services for Continuing Contracts will be for a four (4) year period. This contract will be from Aug 4, 2016 — Aug. 4, 2020 and will be for projects up to $2,000,000. Keystone Excavators, Inc. By: 4vrfrAii4/31/41/24( Name: M'6 Zr e. Title: Tgee;TS /a+6•vT- Date: 4.-y /31 20/6 Cover Memo City of Clearwater City Hall 112 S. Osceola Avenue Clearwater, FL 33756 File Number: ID#18-4314 Agenda Date: 3/1/2018 Status: Consent AgendaVersion: 1 File Type: Action ItemIn Control: Parks & Recreation Agenda Number: 7.5 SUBJECT/RECOMMENDATION: Approve a proposal by Construction Manager at Risk J.O. Delotto & Sons, Inc. of Tampa, Florida, in the amount of $522,985 for the renovation of the Moccasin Lake Interpretive Center located at 2750 Park Trail Lane; transfer $235,000 from Recreation Facility impact fees (142-343963) at mid-year to Moccasin Lake Park Renovations (CIP315-93648) to fund improvements at the park and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent) SUMMARY: On August 4, 2016, the Council approved the use of Construction Manager at Risk Services (CMR) for Continuing Contracts Biltmore Construction Co., Inc. of Belleair, FL; Cathey Construction and Development, LLC of Mexico Beach, FL; Certus Builders, Inc. of Tampa, FL; J. Kokolakis Contracting, Inc. of Tarpons Springs, FL; J.O. Delotto & Sons, Inc. of Tampa, FL; Keystone Excavators, Inc. of Oldsmar, FL; Khors Construction, Inc. of Thonotosassa, FL; and Wharton-Smith, Inc. of Sanford, FL for a period of four years. These firms were selected in accordance with Florida Statutes 255.103 and 287.055 under Request for Qualifications #24-16 based upon construction experience, financial capability, availability of qualified staff, local knowledge and involvement in the community. On April 16, 2015, the City Council approved a grant agreement with the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) for a matching grant in the amount of $200,000 for design and renovations to Moccasin Lake Nature Park. Project elements of the grant included the renovation of the Interpretive Center, restrooms, picnic facilities, parking, pier, natural playground area and interpretive trail elements. Several elements of the grant have been completed including the construction of a new pier, improvements to the trail, ordering playground equipment, and design of the interpretive center and restrooms. This contract consists of a complete remodel of the interior spaces of the interpretive center including air conditioning for the entire building, upgraded space for the birds of prey volunteers, and public restrooms. New static displays and limited live animals will be on display once completed. Site work, installation of playground, picnic improvements and parking lot improvements will be completed under additional contracts. During construction the interpretive center will be closed to the public with limited access to the remaining areas of the park depending on construction activities. Page 1 City of Clearwater Printed on 2/28/2018 File Number: ID#18-4314 This is a 120-day contract therefore the work should be completed prior to August 1, 2018. APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT: Staff is requesting the transfer of $235,000 from “Recreation Facility impact fees” (142-343963) to "Moccasin Lake Park Renovations” (CIP315-93648) at first quarter to fund this contract and other improvements in the park. USE OF RESERVE FUNDS: N/A Page 2 City of Clearwater Printed on 2/28/2018 August 19, 2016 J. O. Delotto & Sons, Inc. Attention: Craig Lambergson 924 E. Busch Blvd. Tampa, FL 33612 RE: 2016 – 2020 Construction Management at Risk Services for Continuing Contracts Dear Mr. Lambergson: J.O. Delotto & Sons, Inc., has been awarded the 2016 – 2020 Construction Management at Risk Services for Continuing Contracts by the City of Clearwater Engineering Dept. and City Council. Enclosed are the contract documents for your files. Per the Request for Qualifications RFQ # 24-16, the following insurance documents are required. Please submit the insurance documents references below no later than Friday, Sept, 2, 2016 to: City of Clearwater Attn: Engineering Contract Specialist, RFQ #24-16 P.O. Box 4748 Clearwater, FL 33758-4748 Or via email to Lisa.Bayly@myclearwater.com INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS. The Contractor (respondent) shall, at its own cost and expense, acquire and maintain (and cause any subcontractors, representatives or agents to acquire and maintain) during the term with the City, sufficient insurance to adequately protect the respective interest of the parties. Coverage shall be obtained with a carrier having an AM Best Rating of A-VII or better. In addition, the City has the right to review the Contractor’s deductible or self-insured retention and to require that it be reduced or eliminated. Specifically the Contractor must carry the following minimum types and amounts of insurance on an occurrence basis or in the case of coverage that cannot be obtained on an occurrence basis, then coverage can be obtained on a claims-made basis with a minimum three (3) year tail following the termination or expiration of this Agreement. Specific work may require additional coverage on a case by case basis: a.Commercial General Liability Insurance coverage, including but not limited to, premises operations, products/completed operations, products liability, contractual liability, advertising injury, personal injury, death, and property damage in the minimum amount of $1,000,000 (one million dollars) per occurrence and $2,000,000 (two million dollars) general aggregate. b.Commercial Automobile Liability Insurance coverage for any owned, non-owned, hired or borrowed automobile is required in the minimum amount of $1,000,000 (one million dollars) combined single limit. INSR ADDL SUBR LTR INSR WVD DATE (MM/DD/YYYY) PRODUCER CONTACT NAME: FAXPHONE (A/C, No):(A/C, No, Ext): E-MAIL ADDRESS: INSURER A : INSURED INSURER B : INSURER C : INSURER D : INSURER E : INSURER F : POLICY NUMBER POLICY EFF POLICY EXPTYPE OF INSURANCE LIMITS(MM/DD/YYYY)(MM/DD/YYYY) GENERAL LIABILITY AUTOMOBILE LIABILITY UMBRELLA LIAB EXCESS LIAB WORKERS COMPENSATION AND EMPLOYERS' LIABILITY DESCRIPTION OF OPERATIONS / LOCATIONS / VEHICLES (Attach ACORD 101, Additional Remarks Schedule, if more space is required) AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE INSURER(S) AFFORDING COVERAGE NAIC # Y / N N / A (Mandatory in NH) ANY PROPRIETOR/PARTNER/EXECUTIVE OFFICER/MEMBER EXCLUDED? EACH OCCURRENCE $ DAMAGE TO RENTEDCOMMERCIAL GENERAL LIABILITY $PREMISES (Ea occurrence) CLAIMS-MADE OCCUR MED EXP (Any one person)$ PERSONAL & ADV INJURY $ GENERAL AGGREGATE $ GEN'L AGGREGATE LIMIT APPLIES PER:PRODUCTS - COMP/OP AGG $ $PRO-POLICY LOCJECT COMBINED SINGLE LIMIT $(Ea accident) BODILY INJURY (Per person)$ANY AUTO ALL OWNED SCHEDULED BODILY INJURY (Per accident)$AUTOS AUTOS HIRED AUTOS NON-OWNED PROPERTY DAMAGE $AUTOS (Per accident) $ OCCUR EACH OCCURRENCE $ CLAIMS-MADE AGGREGATE $ DED RETENTION $$ WC STATU-OTH- TORY LIMITS ER E.L. EACH ACCIDENT $ E.L. DISEASE - EA EMPLOYEE $ If yes, describe under E.L. DISEASE - POLICY LIMIT $DESCRIPTION OF OPERATIONS below SHOULD ANY OF THE ABOVE DESCRIBED POLICIES BE CANCELLED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION DATE THEREOF, NOTICE WILL BE DELIVERED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE POLICY PROVISIONS. THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT THE POLICIES OF INSURANCE LISTED BELOW HAVE BEEN ISSUED TO THE INSURED NAMED ABOVE FOR THE POLICY PERIOD INDICATED. NOTWITHSTANDING ANY REQUIREMENT, TERM OR CONDITION OF ANY CONTRACT OR OTHER DOCUMENT WITH RESPECT TO WHICH THIS CERTIFICATE MAY BE ISSUED OR MAY PERTAIN, THE INSURANCE AFFORDED BY THE POLICIES DESCRIBED HEREIN IS SUBJECT TO ALL THE TERMS, EXCLUSIONS AND CONDITIONS OF SUCH POLICIES. LIMITS SHOWN MAY HAVE BEEN REDUCED BY PAID CLAIMS. THIS CERTIFICATE IS ISSUED AS A MATTER OF INFORMATION ONLY AND CONFERS NO RIGHTS UPON THE CERTIFICATE HOLDER. THIS CERTIFICATE DOES NOT AFFIRMATIVELY OR NEGATIVELY AMEND, EXTEND OR ALTER THE COVERAGE AFFORDED BY THE POLICIES BELOW. THIS CERTIFICATE OF INSURANCE DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A CONTRACT BETWEEN THE ISSUING INSURER(S), AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE OR PRODUCER, AND THE CERTIFICATE HOLDER. IMPORTANT: If the certificate holder is an ADDITIONAL INSURED, the policy(ies) must be endorsed. If SUBROGATION IS WAIVED, subject to the terms and conditions of the policy, certain policies may require an endorsement. A statement on this certificate does not confer rights to the certificate holder in lieu of such endorsement(s). COVERAGES CERTIFICATE NUMBER:REVISION NUMBER: CERTIFICATE HOLDER CANCELLATION © 1988-2010 ACORD CORPORATION. All rights reserved. The ACORD name and logo are registered marks of ACORDACORD 25 (2010/05) ACORDTM CERTIFICATE OF LIABILITY INSURANCE 8/26/2016 Bouchard Insurance (CLW) 101 N Starcrest Dr. Clearwater, FL 33765 727 447-6481 727 447-6481 727 449-1267 J O DeLotto & Sons, Inc. 924 E Busch Blvd Tampa, FL 33612-8542 Amerisure Insurance Company Amerisure Mutual Insurance Comp 19488 23396 A X X X Y Y CPP20186771201 04/01/2016 04/01/2017 1,000,000 1,000,000 10,000 1,000,000 2,000,000 2,000,000 A X X X Y Y CA20186761201 04/01/2016 04/01/2017 1,000,000 B X X X 0 Y CU20186791202 04/01/2016 04/01/2017 10,000,000 10,000,000 A N Y WC201868012 04/01/2016 04/01/2017 X 500,000 500,000 500,000 PROJECT: CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT RISK SERVICES FOR CONTINUING CONTRACTS BY THE CITY OF CLEARWATER ENGINEERING DEPT. AND CITY COUNCIL (See Attached Descriptions) City of Clearwater 100 South Myrtle Avenue Clearwater, FL 33756 1 of 2 #S501449/M411631 JODELOTTClient#: 4683 KELHO SAGITTA 25.3 (2010/05) DESCRIPTIONS (Continued from Page 1) NOTICE: Bouchard Insurance is required to comply with the licensing agreement we hold with ACORD. ACORD, in conjunction with the Department of Insurance, creates and enforces the rules and regulations pertaining to proper use of the Certificate of Liability Insurance form. We are required to mark a Y next to the line of business in which the Additional Insured or Waiver of Subrogation coverage applies. According to ACORD, the Description of Operations section must be limited to describing information necessary to identify the operations, locations and vehicles for which the certificate was issued. Please note the Description of Operations section of the Certificate cannot be used to add additional information except as just described. Marking a Y next to the line of business adequately documents coverage. Equally important, it satisfies the rules and regulations governing the proper use of the Certificate of Liability Insurance form. Certificate is a reflection of the current coverages provided for the insured. Limits and coverages are afforded to the certificate holder only if required by written contract. Coverage is primary as respects to General Liability and non-contributory as subject to the terms, conditions and exclusions of your policy. It is agreed by endorsement to the General Liability and Auto policy that this policy shall not be cancelled by the insurance carrier without first giving thirty (30) days prior written notice except for nonpayment of premium or if the first named insured elects to non renew. 2 of 2 #S501449/M411631 Cover Memo City of Clearwater City Hall 112 S. Osceola Avenue Clearwater, FL 33756 File Number: ID#18-4326 Agenda Date: 3/1/2018 Status: Consent AgendaVersion: 1 File Type: Action ItemIn Control: Parks & Recreation Agenda Number: 7.6 SUBJECT/RECOMMENDATION: Authorize the award of Invitation to Bid 02-18 to Pinellas Umpire Association, for umpire scheduling services, in the annual amount of $200,000 for a one-year term, with two annual renewal terms at the City's option and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent) SUMMARY: The City solicited responses (RFP 20-18) for the umpiring scheduling services and received one qualified bid from Pinellas Umpire Association. Pinellas Umpire Association has successfully worked with the City in the past in providing similar services. This contract includes the scheduling and payment of umpires for city leagues and tournaments at a rate of: Slow Pitch City Program - $17 each per game for two-person umpire crew; $22.50 per game for one-person umpire crew Division I NCAA Tournaments - $95 each per game for three-person umpire crew Division I Umpire in Chief Fees for all NCAA Games - $175 per day. Last year Pinellas Umpires Association provided umpires and officials for over 2500 games for an approximate cost of $160,000. The costs for these services are paid for by user fees that are charged to the teams. Revenues therefore offset the costs associated with this BPO. APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT: N/A USE OF RESERVE FUNDS: N/A Page 1 City of Clearwater Printed on 2/28/2018 Cover Memo City of Clearwater City Hall 112 S. Osceola Avenue Clearwater, FL 33756 File Number: ID#18-4304 Agenda Date: 3/1/2018 Status: Consent AgendaVersion: 1 File Type: Action ItemIn Control: Engineering Department Agenda Number: 7.7 SUBJECT/RECOMMENDATION: Approve a work order to Tetra Tech, Inc., of Orlando, Florida, in the amount of $638,973 for the Wastewater Collection System Master Plan (17-0006-UT) and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent) SUMMARY: March 30, 2017, a Request for Qualifications (RFQ 19-17) was issued seeking an engineering firm to update the City’s Wastewater Collection System (WWCS) Master Plan. May 26, 2017, the RFQ Selection Committee consisting of five representatives from several city departments conducted interviews with four short listed engineering firms. May 31, 2017, the RFQ Selection Committee selected Tetra Tech, Inc. to prepare the WWCS Master Plan. The WWCS Master Plan will be used as an aid in determining current sanitary sewer rehabilitation and replacement needs as well as a road map for implementing future capital improvement upgrades, operational and maintenance improvements, compliance with future regulations, and to provide facilities that are efficient and economically feasible for the City and its residents. A significant component of master planning efforts will be updating and calibrating the City WWCS hydraulic model to accurately reflect the behavior of the collection system during both wet weather and dry weather events. This model will be used to define capital improvement projects in the WWCS Master Plan, and as a continuing resource to confirm adequate infrastructure is available for future growth within the city. APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT: 0327-96218-561300-535-000-0000 $638,973 Funds are available in Utility Renewal and Replacement project 0327-96218, Feasibility Study/Evaluation - Sewer, to fund this work order. Page 1 City of Clearwater Printed on 2/28/2018 Tetra Tech, Inc. 201 E. Pine Street, Suite 1000, Orlando, FL 32801 Tel 407.839.3955 Fax 407.839.3790 www.tetratech.com January 24, 2018 Mr. Atef A. Hanna, PE Sr. Professional Engineer City of Clearwater 100 S. Myrtle Ave. 2nd Floor – Engineering Clearwater, FL 33756 Subject: Professional Engineering Services Proposal for the Wastewater Collection System Master Plan City of Clearwater Project Number 17-0006-UT City Invoicing Code: 327-96218-561300-535-000-0000 $638,973.00 Tt # 200BP Gen/Clearwater Dear Mr. Hanna: Tetra Tech is pleased to furnish this proposal for professional engineering services for the above- referenced project. A detailed scope of services, compensation summary, and project implementation schedule are attached. We look forward to serving the City of Clearwater on this project. If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me at 407-839-3955. Very truly yours, Tetra Tech Andrew T. Woodcock, MBA, P.E. Senior Project Manager Attachments ATW/ab/Collection System MP/Hanna_012418 WORK ORDER INITIATION FORM 1 of 17 Revised: 7/3/2017 Tetra Tech, Inc. WORK ORDER INITIATION FORM for the CITY OF CLEARWATER Date: January 24, 2018 Project Number: ___________ City Project Number: 17-0006-UT Plan Set Number: 2018001 1. PROJECT TITLE: WASTEWATER COLLECTION SYSTEM MASTER PLAN 2. SCOPE OF SERVICES: The City of Clearwater’s wastewater collection system consists of three service areas each dedicated to one of the city’s wastewater reclamation facilities (WRFs); the Northeast, East and Marshall Street WRFs. The system currently includes approximately 8,300 manholes, 370 miles of gravity sewers, 38 miles of force mains and 72 lift stations. The Master Plan will identify capital projects to meet existing system renewal and replacement needs, and improvements to meet future growth. The goal of the Master Plan is to provide a road map for system improvements, and operations and maintenance to meet regulatory requirements as well as provide efficient reliable service to its customers. One of the crucial components of this master planning effort will be updating and calibrating the current hydraulic model to accurately reflect the behavior of the collection system during both wet weather and dry weather events. This model will be a tool to define improvements to the collection system for the Master Plan as well as a continuing resource for the city. The Master Plan will be structured to address each WRF service area individually but will culminate in a comprehensive prioritized capital improvement program for the entire system. The proposed table of contents for the plan is:  Executive Summary  Section 1 Introduction • East WRF o Section 2 Existing System and Flow Characteristics o Section 3 Wastewater Flow Projections WORK ORDER INITIATION FORM 2 of 17 Revised: 7/3/2017 o Section 4 Regulatory Requirements o Section 5 Hydraulic Model • Northeast WRF o Section 6 Existing System and Flow Characteristics o Section 7 Wastewater Flow Projections o Section 8 Regulatory Requirements o Section 9 Hydraulic Model • Marshall Street WRF o Section 10 Existing System and Flow Characteristics o Section 11 Wastewater Flow Projections o Section 12 Regulatory Requirements o Section 13 Hydraulic Model • Section 14 Capital Project Analysis and Development • Section 15 Capital Improvement Program In addition to the Master Plan this project includes developing the city’s existing Capacity, Management, Operations and Maintenance (CMOM) Program, which will provide a summary of the city’s operations practices and include an evaluation of the overall system capacity. A. PHASE 1 - EXISTING SYSTEM AND PROJECTIONS 1. PROJECT KICKOFF MEETING A kickoff meeting will be held within two weeks of award to introduce the team members on both the city and Tetra Tech’s side, identify points of contact, and define roles and responsibilities. Prior to the meeting Tetra Tech will prepare a data request for information not already provided but necessary for the project. The status of the data request will be discussed at the kick off meeting as well as the project schedule. 2. PROJECT STATUS MEETINGS Tetra Tech will provide progress reports to the city on a monthly basis. Tetra Tech will meet with the designated city staff monthly to update the city on the status of the project. At a minimum the Tetra Tech project manager will attend the meeting with additional Tetra Tech staff as necessary depending on the focus of the activities for the month. Tetra Tech will prepare the meeting agenda and sign in sheet for all meetings and provide a summary of the meeting minutes within one week. At a minimum the status meeting agenda will include: • Status of work completed to date • Key findings • Work anticipated for the upcoming month • Problems/obstacles identified during the reporting period • Outstanding Issues • Review of the project schedule WORK ORDER INITIATION FORM 3 of 17 Revised: 7/3/2017 3. DATA REVIEW Tetra Tech will review the city’s hydraulic model, GIS database, Asset Management program, Customer Information System and other available documentation to identify areas where additional data is needed to develop a complete model with full connectivity and complete the Master Plan. The review will include discussions with city staff to determine the accuracy and reliability of data within the city that can be utilized to meet the requirements for the Master Plan. Possible areas requiring additional data may include: • Flow and precipitation data • Asset characteristics, such as age, material and depth of piping and manholes. • Lift station pump characteristics, including downstream force main pressures • Unidentified assets After its review Tetra Tech will prepare a Data Review Memorandum for city review. The Memorandum will identify areas where additional data is needed to complete the Master Plan and provide alternative data or estimates to address the data gaps. For areas where additional field verification is required for the hydraulic model, Tetra Tech will provide a list of specific assets that would need to be verified and an estimate for Tetra Tech field crews to complete the task. The city’s current hydraulic model uses Infoworks CS which is no longer supported. Tetra Tech understands that the city is in the process of purchasing hydraulic modeling software that will be used for the collection system. As part of the Data Review Tetra Tech will prepare a Hydraulic Modeling Software Memorandum, summarizing available modeling software and providing a recommendation for the city’s consideration, including costs. Tetra Tech will meet with the city to discuss the Data Review memorandum and identify the course of action for either obtaining additional data, utilizing estimates or alternative data sources. 4. FIELD INVESTIGATIONS Lift Stations Tetra Tech will coordinate with the city to conduct field investigations to collect additional data needed to support the hydraulic model and Master Plan analysis. Tetra Tech, with city field personnel will conduct a condition assessment of each of the 72 lift stations in the city’s service area. For each lift station Tetra Tech will document the assets and their condition (wetwell, pumps, control panel), conduct a draw down test, and evaluate the site elevations for potential flooding and the site’s ability to accommodate standby power (including fuel driven pumps and natural gas as a fuel source) and if not already present a pump by-pass connection. Downstream force main pressure monitoring will be provided by the city. No confined space entry is included in this task. Tetra Tech will also evaluate the lift stations’ SCADA system and its compatibility with other city systems. WORK ORDER INITIATION FORM 4 of 17 Revised: 7/3/2017 Air Release Valves Tetra Tech will work with the city to conduct a condition assessment of up to 50 air release valves in the system. The assessment will consist of a visual inspection of the ARV and the associated manhole housing. Tetra Tech will also witness a test of the ARVs conducted by city staff. No confined space entry is included in this task. Tetra Tech will also conduct an analysis to verify the ARVs are located at high points on the city’s force main system. The analysis will use force main elevation data as contained in the city’s GIS system. In areas where there is no vertical data for the force mains Tetra Tech will use ground elevations as an indicator of depth. Tetra Tech will coordinate with the city to identify the presence of ARVs that are not contained in the GIS data but may be present at identified force main high points. ARV location and GIS data will be collected for all additional ARVs found in the system. Asset Verification Allowance In addition to the above evaluation Tetra Tech has budgeted an allowance of $30,000 to conduct additional field investigation, pipe thickness tests and other evaluations as required as a result of the Data Gaps Memorandum. Tetra Tech will prepare a Health and Safety Plan for the field work and will provide the plan to the city prior to commencing the work. 5. EXISTING SYSTEM The existing system will be summarized as a report section of the Master Plan. The section will describe the overall characteristics of the each of the three service areas and the customer base and present a summary of the operations of the system. The descriptions will be separated by service area and will include an identification of areas with a high number of work orders and SSOs. A summary of all major assets will be provided including: • Number and type of wastewater accounts • Maps of each service area and the major sub-basins • Gravity piping length by size, material, diameter and age • Force main piping by size, material, diameter and age • Force main isolation valves and air release valves • Manhole by quantity, depth, material and age • Lift stations with details on, ownership, pumps, wetwells (dimension and condition), control panels and other assets • Provide a list of which stations pump to other stations and their locations The summary will include the current asset condition determined from either the field inspections or city condition data from on-going efforts. The condition summary will also form the basis of the business risk evaluation in Phase 3. The condition of lift stations and ARVs will be summarized by unit using the city’s unique asset number. The condition of manholes and gravity piping will be summarized by manhole and pipe segment and the condition of force mains will be summarized by segment. WORK ORDER INITIATION FORM 5 of 17 Revised: 7/3/2017 An analysis of wastewater flows will also be presented based on historical information recorded at the WWTPs and through the city’s previous flow monitoring efforts. Tetra Tech will identify the presence of high chlorides in the wastewater based on previous monitoring efforts. The summary will include estimates of base wastewater flow, infiltration and inflow. 6. FLOW PROJECTIONS Tetra Tech will develop projections for wastewater flow through 2030 in five year increments and for 2050. Tetra Tech will meet with the city’s Planning and Development Department to obtain an understanding of new growth and redevelopment trends within the service areas. The projections will also incorporate areas that currently receive wastewater service through septic tanks that are planned to connect to the wastewater system. High, low and mid-range projections will be developed to describe an envelope of potential wastewater flows. Another potential for wastewater flows would be areas are currently served by county sewer with potential to connect to the city sewer system. Tetra Tech will utilize a number of sources to develop the projections including, traffic analysis zones, BEBR projections and growth information provided by the city’s Planning and Development Department. The analysis results of the demand projections will be summarized and presented as a section of the Master Plan. 7. REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS Tetra Tech will review the regulatory status of the collection and transmission system with respect to the applicable federal, state, regional and local requirements. The review will incorporate any pending regulations and best practices that may affect the future operations of the system. 8. PHASE 1 DELIVERABLE Tetra Tech will summarize the work efforts listed in Tasks 1 through 7 above in a deliverable to for city review. The deliverable will include a draft introductory section to the Master Pan and the following draft sections for each of the WRF’s: • Introduction • Existing System and Flow Characteristics • Wastewater Demand Projections • Regulatory Review One (1) hard copy and one electronic copy of the deliverable will be provided for city review. The deliverable will contain all tables and figures along with the report text. After a three (3) week review period, Tetra Tech will attend a review meeting at the city offices to review comments and changes to the draft report sections. Tetra Tech will prepare a comment tracking sheet, in a format agreeable to the city, that documents and addresses each comment. City comments will be incorporated into the draft report sections. WORK ORDER INITIATION FORM 6 of 17 Revised: 7/3/2017 B. PHASE 2 – HYDRAULIC MODELING 1. FLOW CHARACTERIZATION Tetra Tech will develop an understanding of the relationship between rainfall and flow rates to accurately develop the peak flow rates in the system. Data from all temporary and permanent flow meters will be evaluated to compute flow statistics, provide an understanding of where flows are generated, and characterize the flow components (dry and wet weather) for model calibration. 2. MODEL DEVELOPMENT Utilizing the existing model, GIS system, additional data sources identified in TASK A.3, and data from the field investigation in TASK A.4, Tetra Tech will develop a model of the city’s collection system. The model will include all manholes, pipe segments, force mains and pump stations there will be no simplifications of the city’s conveyance system. 3. MODEL CALIBRATION The model will be calibrated for several discrete rainfall events measured during the 2015 and 2016 flow monitoring efforts at 47 locations in the system. In addition the calibration will include up to the most recent twelve months of data from the city’s eleven (11) permanent flow meters. The calibration will adjust the conveyance system and tributary area physical parameters in the model within accepted ranges to produce optimal agreement with measured data, anecdotal system observations (preferably photographic), and complaints. The Wastewater Planning Users Group (WaPUG) has published guidelines for model calibration efforts will be utilized to verify model calibration. The model will be checked for specific rainfall events and continuous simulations using the following hydrologic and hydraulic parameters and typically acceptable criteria: • Peak flow rate (+25/-15%) • Event volume (+20/-10%) • Hydrograph magnitude, shape and timing (closely resembles measured hydrograph) • Hydraulic grade (+1.50’/-0.33’). The model will be run and adjusted to meet these criteria with respect to the measured data. A sensitivity analysis will be used to selectively adjust model parameters to optimally reproduce the system response. Regression plots will display the agreement between measured and model-projected flow rates and volumes. The plots help determine which events are considered useful for calibration/validation, and those considered to be “outliers” with respect to an accepted confidence limit. Ideal points will lie on a regression line passing through the origin with a slope of 1.0. 4. MODEL VALIDATION In the validation process the calibrated model will be used to model system response for independent rainfall events not included in the calibration set to help validate its ability to predict system response reliably for varying rainfall conditions. Primary validation steps include: • Select rainfall events/simulation period to be used for validation. WORK ORDER INITIATION FORM 7 of 17 Revised: 7/3/2017 • Run the calibrated model for the selected rainfall events/period. • Quantify the model validation performance using the same parameters discussed previously under calibration. • Determine acceptance of the calibrated model, or outline further calibration efforts, to improve the model calibration. 5. EXISTING CONDITIONS Tetra Tech will work with the city to determine the preferred level of service for which capacity assessments and alternatives will be designed. A key component of the master plan will be to establish the available capacity of the existing collection system. Tetra Tech will use the calibrated hydraulic model to predict the peak flows in the collection system and compare them to the existing sewer capacities. Tetra Tech will also provide profiles of the major sewer reaches in the system showing inverts and crown of pipe, manhole rim elevations, hydraulic grade lines, locations of hydraulically critical elements (e.g., weirs or lateral sewers), peak flows and system capacities. In addition to the profiles, plan view summary figures with sewer systems color-coded based on the available capacity (e.g., peak flow divided by the sewer capacity) will be provided. The map will indicate any locations of surface flooding and/or areas where basement backups could occur. 6. FUTURE GROWTH CONDITIONS The calibrated hydraulic model will be used to establish the peak flow rates and capacities for three future growth conditions (year 2030, year 2030 with proposed CIP and year 2050) The model will be simulated to evaluate the system capacities at each interval identifying those portions that lack sufficient capacity, summarized in plan view and hydraulic profile graphics. Those areas lacking sufficient capacity for the design condition will be evaluated for alternatives to identify improvements to provide the level of service required. Each area that requires improvements to meet the design condition will be studied to identify: • Frequency and severity of capacity problems • The nature and cause(s) of the capacity problem • Amount of future flow into the system • Timing of future flow into the system • The feasible solutions. The alternatives evaluated will fall into one of the following categories. For each problem area identified, each of the following types of improvements will be evaluated to determine the cost-effective solution to provide the necessary level of service. • No Action. The No-Action alternative will be applied to those areas that are expected to perform adequately (to the specified level of service) with existing infrastructure for current and future growth conditions. • Optimize Performance of Existing Facilities. This alternative will generally include revisions to existing pumping facilities such as adjusting operating levels or increasing nominal pumping capacities. WORK ORDER INITIATION FORM 8 of 17 Revised: 7/3/2017 • Increased Conveyance Capacity and/or Storage. This alternative generally provides increased conveyance capacity in the system to handle the peak flows or additional storage to reduce peak flow rates. Additional conveyance capacity eliminates bottlenecks, but may impact downstream systems. If discharge rates are found to be excessive due to the increased conveyance, storage may be required to attenuate flows. • I/I Removal. I/I removal alternatives seek to reduce wet weather flow rates by preventing rainfall from entering the sanitary sewer system. I/I removal alternatives will include Sanitary Sewer Elimination Survey (SSES) type activities to identify sources and recommend options to remove the inflow. Tetra Tech will prepare preliminary alternatives that meet the agreed upon design standards and level of service, constructability, long-term maintenance, environmental impacts, aesthetics, and cost. The preliminary alternatives will be reviewed with the city prior to performing further hydraulic model simulations. Once the proposed alternatives have been developed, their effectiveness will be confirmed with the calibrated hydraulic model. Tetra Tech will prepare profiles, plan view schematics and opinions of probable cost for the recommended alternative improvements. 7. TRAINING Tetra Tech will provide up to three days of training to city personnel on the hydraulic model and modeling software. Tetra Tech will prepare all training materials and will use the model developed by the city as the platform for training on the selected modeling program. 8. PHASE 2 DELIVERABLE The Phase 2 deliverable will consist of a draft of Hydraulic Model section for each of the WRFs as well as a calibrated hydraulic model for the existing system, year 2030 system, year 2030 system with tentative improvements, and year 2050. One (1) hard copy and one electronic copy of the report section will be provided for city review along with a copy of the hydraulic models developed to date. After a three (3) week review period, Tetra Tech will attend a review meeting at the city offices to review comments and changes to the draft report sections. Tetra Tech will prepare comment tracking, in a format agreeable to the city that sheet documents and addresses each comment. City comments will be incorporated into the draft report sections. ‘ C. PHASE 3 – CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT 1. BUSINESS RISK EXPOSRE Tetra Tech will develop criticality tables that will define the consequences of failure for the various components of the collection system. The criticality tables will be aligned with the levels of service determined by the city for the wastewater collection system. Each criticality table will contain rating criteria that will be used to establish the criticality of each asset. Tetra Tech will assign criticality to the assets and review the ratings with the city. WORK ORDER INITIATION FORM 9 of 17 Revised: 7/3/2017 Tetra Tech will also develop condition tables that will define the asset’s ability to reliably fulfill its function. Each condition table will contain rating criteria and weighting factors that will be used to establish each asset’s physical condition, its capacity/performance and its current reliability. These tables will be developed and reviewed with the city prior to field investigations of the lift stations. The asset condition rating shall be based upon the field investigation results, previous studies, and consolidated information provided by the city through its asset management program and other sources. Using the criticality and condition rating a Business Risk Exposure (BRE) rating will be calculated. The BRE scores will be reviewed by the city and adjusted as needed based on city review. Risk reduction alternatives for the highest scoring assets will be identified and developed. 2. PROJECT IDENTIFICATION Using the prioritization completed in the BRE, Tetra Tech will prepare a Capital Improvements Program (CIP) for the collection system. The CIP will consist of a listing and brief description of specific projects that will correct system deficiencies, upgrade the level of service or renew and replace aging components of the system. Among the items to be included in the project identification phase are improvements to lift stations to mitigate potential flooding and accommodate back power and the reduction of chlorides in the wastewater stream. Projects identified for the CIP will be grouped into three scheduled segments consisting of near term (2019 to 2025), mid-term (2026 to 2030), and long term (beyond 2030) projects dependent upon the BRE score and other constraints. Tetra Tech will develop budget level cost estimates for each project near term and mid- term segments. The estimates will include construction, permitting, engineering, and administrative costs as well as a contingency factor. The costs will be developed in 2018 dollars and then inflated as necessary to reflect the future costs in the scheduling segment that the CIP will be implemented. 3. CMOM REVIEW AND WORKSHOP Tetra Tech will work with the city to develop a new CMOM report utilizing guidelines and checklists developed by the USEPA. In developing the CMOM report, Tetra Tech will meet with key city personnel to obtain an understanding of the management, operations and maintenance of the collection system. A general outline of the topics covered includes: • Collection System Management • General System Information • Cleaning, Inspection and Assessment • Gravity Line Maintenance • Easements and Paving; Maintenance and Access • Pump Station and Force Main Maintenance (including ARVs) • Preventative Maintenance • Reactive Maintenance WORK ORDER INITIATION FORM 10 of 17 Revised: 7/3/2017 • Equipment and Tool Inventory • Capacity Management • Resources and Budget • Documentation of changes and upgrades to the system • Sewer System Maintenance Plan update The CMOM will define the existing city policies and procedures, identify areas of improvement and refinement, and provide a framework for periodic reassessment. Using a Strength, Weaknesses Opportunities and Threats (SWOT) format, Tetra Tech will lead a self-assessment workshop with city staff to discuss the existing policies and procedures, identify areas that require improvement and set goals for improvement. Tetra Tech will facilitate the workshop, provide the presentation materials and provide a detailed summary of the workshop and its results. Using the results of the work shop Tetra Tech will work with utility managers to further define the recommendations of the review. Tetra Tech will identify critical areas of improvement and provide a listing of short term and long term goals for the system management, operations and maintenance. At the conclusion of the self-assessment process Tetra Tech will develop an early output memorandum describing the proposed goals for city consideration during the FY 2019 budgeting process. 4. PHASE 3 DELIVERABLE The Phase 3 deliverable will consist of a draft of the following sections of the Master Plan: • Capital Project Analysis and Development • Consolidated Capital Improvement Program In addition a draft of the Capacity Management, Operation and Maintenance (CMOM) Program report will be provided. One (1) hard copy and one electronic copy of the deliverables will be provided for city review. After a three (3) week review period, Tetra Tech will attend a review meeting at the city offices to review comments and changes to the draft report sections and the CMOM Program report. Tetra Tech will prepare a comment tracking sheet, in a format agreeable to the city that documents and addresses each comment. City comments will be incorporated into the draft report sections. D. PHASE 4 – REPORT PREPARATION 1. MASTER PLAN Tetra Tech will submit one (1) hard copy and one electronic copy of the completed draft Master Plan for city review. The deliverable will include all sections of the Master Plan previously reviewed, an Executive Summary and Appendices. A copy of all previously prepared comment sheets with corrective actions noted will also be prepared and submitted. WORK ORDER INITIATION FORM 11 of 17 Revised: 7/3/2017 After a three (3) week review period, Tetra Tech will attend a review meeting at the city offices to review comments and changes to the Draft Master Plan. Tetra Tech will prepare a comment tracking sheet, in a format agreeable to the city, that documents and addresses each comment. City comments will be incorporated into the Master Plan. 2. CAPACITY, MANAGEMENT, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE (CMOM) PROGRAM REPORT Concurrent with the Draft Master Plan, Tetra Tech will submit one (1) hard copy and one electronic copy of the completed draft CMOM Program report for city review. The deliverable will include all sections of the CMOM report. The review meeting will also occur concurrent with the Draft Master Plan review and Tetra Tech will prepare a comment tracking sheet, in a format agreeable to the city, separate from the tracking sheet for the Master Plan. All city comments will be incorporated into the CMOM report. E. CONTINGENCY A contingency budget of $58,000 (approximately 10%) is included in this authorization for unforeseen additional service needs related to the Master Plan. This contingency will not be used without prior written authorization from the city. WORK ORDER INITIATION FORM 12 of 17 Revised: 7/3/2017 3. PROJECT GOALS: The following work products will be delivered to the City as part of this project: Task Work Product Method of Delivery to City A.1 Kickoff Meeting Agenda and Meeting Summary PDF and Word document sent via email A.2 Project Monthly Status Reports PDF and Word document sent via email A.2 Project Schedule with Monthly Updates PDF and Word document sent via email A.2 Progress Meeting Agendas and Meeting Summaries PDF and Word document sent via email A.3 Data Review Memorandum PDF and Word document sent via email A.3 Hydraulic Modeling Software Memorandum PDF and Word document sent via email A.4 Health and Safety Plan PDF and Word document sent via email A.8 Phase 1 Deliverables – Master Plan Sections One (1) hard copy and one (1) PDF and Word document B.8 Phase 2 Deliverables – Master Plan Sections One (1) hard copy and one (1) PDF and Word document B.8 Phase 2 Deliverables - Hydraulic Models Model files on electronic transfer media C.3 CMOM Self-Assessment Memorandum PDF and Word document sent via email C.4 Phase 3 Deliverables – Master Plan Sections One (1) hard copy and one (1) PDF and Word document C.4 Phase 3 Deliverables – CMOM Program Report One (1) hard copy and one (1) PDF and Word document D.1 Draft Master Plan with Appendices One (1) hard copy and one (1) PDF and Word document D.1 Final Master Plan One (1) hard copy and one (1) PDF and Word document D.1 Hydraulic Model (existing, year 2030, year 2030 with capital improvements, 2050) Model files on electronic transfer media D.2 Draft CMOM Program Report One (1) hard copy and one (1) PDF and Word document D.2 Final CMOM Program Report one (1) hard copy and one (1) PDF and Word document WORK ORDER INITIATION FORM 13 of 17 Revised: 7/3/2017 4. BUDGET: (See Attachment B) This price includes all labor and expenses anticipated to be incurred by Tetra Tech, Inc. for the completion of these tasks in accordance with Professional Services Method “A” – Cost Times Multiplier Basis, for a fee not to exceed six hundred thirty eight thousand nine hundred seventy three Dollars ($638,973). 5. SCHEDULE: The project is to be completed eighteen months from issuance of notice-to-proceed. Major project deliverables are scheduled as follows: Data Review Memorandum 45 calendar days Hydraulic Modeling Software Memorandum 20 calendar days Phase 1 Deliverables 200 calendar days Phase 2 Deliverables 310 calendar days CMOM Self-Assessment Memorandum 210 calendar days Phase 3 Deliverables 400 calendar days Draft Master Plan and CMOM Report 450 calendar days Final Master Plan and CMOM Report 480 calendar days 6. STAFF ASSIGNMENT (Consultant): Tetra Tech’s primary staff assignments for this project are as follows: • Program Manager - Emilie Moore, PE • Project Manager – Andrew Woodcock, PE The city’s primary staff assignments for this project are as follows: • Engineering Manager – Jeremy Brown, PE • Project Manager – Atef Hanna, PE • Public Utilities Assistant Director – Richard Gardner, PE The following list of tasks will require input by City personnel (in addition to those listed above) based on type of task performed by the consultant for the duration of the project (16 months). WORK ORDER INITIATION FORM 14 of 17 Revised: 7/3/2017 TASK DEPARTMENT LIASION SITE REPRESENTATIVE Manholes and Pipes Public Utilities Glenn Daniel Jerry Wells Pump Stations Public Utilities Mike Gilliam/Kervin St. Aimie Randy Foltz/Steve Berenguer Asset Management Public Utilities Mike Gilliam Kervin St. Aimie SCADA Public Utilities Mike Gilliam Kervin St. Aimie Hydraulic Model Engineering Atef Hanna Duy Nguyen GIS Engineering Tom Mahony Pawel Dembinski Future City Growth Planning and Development Lauren Matzke Kyle Brotherton IT Issues Information Technology Sabrina Chute/Jeremy Williams Pawel Dembinski 7. CORRESPONDENCE/REPORTING PROCEDURES: ENGINEER’s project correspondence shall be directed to: Emilie Moore PE, and Andrew Woodcock PE All City project correspondence shall be directed to: Atef Hanna, PE, with copies to Jeremy Brown, PE, and Richard Gardner, PE. ENGINEER shall provide a minimum of forty-eight (48) hours’ notice prior to conducting fieldwork/site visits. ENGINEER shall provide a minimum of seven (7) days notification for site visits requiring the assistance of City Operations and Maintenance personnel. ENGINEER acknowledges that all City directives shall be provided by the City Project Manager. A health and safety plan must be submitted and approved by the Project Manager prior to conducting any fieldwork/site visits. In addition to the original copies delivered as stated in the scope of work, all project deliverables will be submitted in electronic format on CD or other City approved device prior to approval of final invoice. WORK ORDER INITIATION FORM 15 of 17 Revised: 7/3/2017 8. INVOICING/FUNDING PROCEDURES: For work performed, invoices shall be submitted monthly to the City of Clearwater, Engineering Department, Attn.: Veronica Josef, Senior Staff Assistant, PO Box 4748, Clearwater, Florida 33758-4748. Contingency services will be billed as incurred only after written authorization provided by the City to proceed with those services. City Invoicing Code: 327-96218-561300-535-000-0000 $638,973.00 9. INVOICING PROCEDURES At a minimum, in addition to the invoice amount(s) the following information shall be provided on all invoices submitted on the Work Order: A. Purchase Order Number and Contract Amount. B. The time period (begin and end date) covered by the invoice. C. A short narrative summary of activities completed in the time period. D. Contract billing method – Lump Sum or Cost Times Multiplier. E. If Lump Sum, the percent completion, amount due, previous amount earned and total earned to date for all tasks (direct costs, if any, shall be included in lump sum amount). F. If Cost Times Multiplier, hours, hourly rates, names of individuals being billed, amount due, previous amount earned, total earned to date for each task and other direct costs (receipts will be required for any single item with a cost of $50 or greater or cumulative monthly expenses greater than $100). G. If the Work Order is funded by multiple funding codes, an itemization of tasks and invoice amounts by funding code. 10. SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS: The consultant named above is required to comply with Section 119.0701, Florida Statutes (2013) where applicable. The City is responsible for paying all application fees for permits, registrations, and certifications. PREPARED BY: APPROVED BY: _____________________________ _____________________________ Jon D. Fox, PE D. Scott Rice, PE Vice President City Engineer Tetra Tech, Inc. City of Clearwater January 24, 2018 ___________________ Date Date Attachment “A” WORK ORDER INITIATION FORM 16 of 17 Revised: 7/3/2017 CITY OF CLEARWATER ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT WORK ORDER INITIATION FORM CITY DELIVERABLES 1. FORMAT The design plans shall be compiled utilizing the following methods: 1. City of Clearwater CAD standards. 2. Datum: Horizontal and Vertical datum shall be referenced to North American Vertical Datum of 1988 (vertical) and North American Datum of 1983/90 (horizontal). The unit of measurement shall be the United States Foot. Any deviation from this datum will not be accepted unless reviewed by City of Clearwater Engineering/Geographic Technology Division. 2. DELIVERABLES The design plans shall be produced on bond material, 24" x 36" at a scale of 1" = 20’ unless approved otherwise. Upon completion the consultant shall deliver all drawing files in digital format with all project data in Autodesk Civil 3D file format. If not available Land Desktop files are still acceptable, however the City or Clearwater is currently phasing out Land Desktop. NOTE: If approved deviation from Clearwater CAD standards are used the Consultant shall include all necessary information to aid in manipulating the drawings including either PCP, CTB file or pen schedule for plotting. The drawing file shall include only authorized fonts, shapes, line types or other attributes contained in the standard release of Autodesk, Inc. software. All block references and references contained within the drawing file shall be included. Please address any questions regarding format to Mr. Tom Mahony, at (727) 562 4762 or email address Tom.Mahony@myClearwater.com. All electronic files (CAD and Specification files) must be delivered upon completion of project or with 100% plan submittal to City of Clearwater. Attachment “B” WORK ORDER INITIATION FORM 17 of 17 Revised: 7/3/2017 Wastewater Collection Master Plan Tetra Tech, Inc. WORK ORDER INITIATION FORM PROJECT BUDGET Task Description Total 1.0 Existing System and Projections 1.A Kick off Meeting 2,689 1.B Status Meetings 27,520 1.C Data Review 18,569 1.D Field Investigation 99,939 1.E Field Investigation Allowance 30,000 1.F Existing System 9,362 1.G Regulatory Review 5,101 1.H Demand Projections 11,022 1.I Phase 1 Deliverable 18,961 Total 223,163 2.0 Hydraulic Modeling 2.A Flow Characterization 39,130 2.B Model Development 8,254 2.C Model Calibration 52,256 2.D Model Validation 4,912 2.E Existing Conditions 6,886 2.F 2030 and 2050 Model Set Up 8,349 2.G Training 11,880 2.H Phase 2 Deliverable 19,355 Total 151,022 3.0 Capital Improvement Development 3.A Business Risk Exposure 19,057 3.B Project Identification 62,508 3.C CMOM Review and Workshop 37,642 3.D Phase 3 Deliverable 43,062 Total 162,269 4.0 Reports 35,431 5.0 Contingency 58,000 Subtotal, Labor and Subcontractors $629,885 Permit Review Fees $0 Other Direct Costs (prints, photocopies, postage, etc.) (Not applicable to lump sum Work Orders) $9,088 Grand Total $638,973 Purchasing Office 100 S Myrtle Ave Clearwater FL 33756-5520 PO Box 4748, 33578-4748 727-562-4630 Tel REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS Wastewater Collection System Master Plan Consulting Services RFQ #19-17 March 30, 2017 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that sealed Statements of Qualifications will be received by the City of Clearwater (City) until 10:00 AM, Local Time, April 28, 2017 to provide Wastewater Collection System Master Plan Consulting Services. Brief Description: The City of Clearwater is seeking an Engineering firm to update the City’s Wastewater Collection System (WWCS) Master Plan. Responses must be in accordance with the provisions, specifications and instructions set forth herein and will be received by Purchasing until the above noted time, when they will be publicly acknowledged and accepted. This Request for Qualifications, any attachments and addenda are available for download at www.myclearwater.com/bid. Please read the entire solicitation package and submit the response in accordance with the instructions. This document (less this invitation and the instructions) and any required documents, attachments, and submissions will constitute the response. General, Process, or Technical Questions concerning this solicitation should be directed, IN WRITING, to the Purchasing Manager. This Request for Qualifications is issued by: Alyce Benge, CPPO, C.P.M. Purchasing Manager Alyce.Benge@myclearwater.com INSTRUCTIONS Consulting Services – WWCS Master Plan 2 RFQ #19-17 i.1 VENDOR QUESTIONS: All questions regarding the contents of this solicitation, and solicitation process (including requests for ADA accommodations), shall be directed solely to the Contact listed on Page One (1) - the Purchasing Manager. Questions should be submitted in writing via letter, fax or email. Questions received less than seven (7) calendar days prior to the due date and time may be answered at the discretion of the City. i.2 ADDENDA/CLARIFICATIONS: Any changes to the specifications will be in the form of an addendum. Addenda are posted on the City website and mailed to those who register on the City website when downloading solicitations no less than seven (7) days prior to the Due Date. Vendors are cautioned to check the Purchasing Website for addenda and clarifications prior to submitting their response. The City cannot be held responsible if a vendor fails to receive any addenda issued. The City shall not be responsible for any oral changes to these specifications made by any employees or officer of the City. Failure to acknowledge receipt of an addendum may result in disqualification of a response. i.3 DUE DATE & TIME FOR SUBMISSION AND OPENING: Date: April 28, 2017 Time: 10:00 AM (Local Time) The City will open all responses properly and timely submitted, and will record the names and other information specified by law and rule. All responses become the property of the City and will not be returned except in the case of a late submission. Respondent names, as read at the opening, will be posted on the City website. Once a notice of intent to award is posted or 30 days from day of opening elapses, whichever occurs earlier, responses are available for inspection by contacting Purchasing. i.4 SUBMIT RESPONSES TO: Use label at the end of this solicitation package City of Clearwater Attn: Purchasing 100 S Myrtle Ave, 3rd Fl, Clearwater FL 33756-5520 or PO Box 4748, Clearwater FL 33758-4748 Responses will be received publicly at this address. Respondents may mail or hand-deliver responses. E-mail or fax submissions will not be accepted. No responsibility will attach to the City of Clearwater, its employees or agents for premature opening of a response that is not properly addressed and identified. i.5 LATE RESPONSES. The respondent assumes responsibility for having the response delivered on time at the place specified. All responses received after the date and time specified shall not be considered and will be returned unopened to the respondent. The respondent assumes the risk of any delay in the mail or in handling of the mail by employees of the City of Clearwater, or any private courier, regardless whether sent by mail or by means of personal delivery. It shall not be sufficient to show that you mailed or commenced delivery before the due date and time. All times are Clearwater, Florida local times. The respondent agrees to accept the tim e stamp in the City Purchasing Office as the official time. i.6 LOBBYING PROHIBITION. Any communication regarding this solicitation for the purpose of influencing the process or the award, between any person or affiliates seeking an award from this solicitation and the City, including but not limited to the City Council, employees, and consultants hired to assist in the solicitation, is prohibited. This prohibition is imposed from the time of the first public notice of the solicitation until the City cancels the solicitation, rejects all responses, awards a contract or otherwise takes action which ends the solicitation process. This section shall not prohibit public comment at any City Council meeting, study session or Council committee meeting. INSTRUCTIONS Consulting Services – WWCS Master Plan 3 RFQ #19-17 This prohibition shall not apply to communication with the contact(s) identified in the solicitation or City-initiated communications for the purposes of conducting the procurement including but not limited to clarification of responses, presentations if provided in the solicitation, contract negotiations, protest/appeal resolution, or surveying non-responsive vendors. Violations of this provision shall be reported to the Purchasing Manager. Persons violating this prohibition may be subject to a warning letter or rejection of their response depending on the nature of the violation. i.7 RESPONSIBILITY TO READ AND UNDERSTAND. Failure to read, examine and understand the solicitation will not excuse any failure to comply with the requirements of the solicitation or any resulting contract, nor shall such failure be a basis for claiming additional compensation. If a vendor suspects an error, omission or discrepancy in this solicitation, the vendor must immediately and in any case not later than seven (7) business days in advance of the due date notify the contact on page One (1). The City is not responsible for and will not pay any costs associated with the preparation and submission of the response. Respondents are cautioned to verify their responses before submission, as amendments to or withdrawal of responses submitted after time specified for opening of responses may not be considered. The City will not be responsible for any respondent errors or omissions. i.8 FORM AND CONTENT OF RESPONSES. Unless otherwise instructed or allowed, responses shall be submitted on the forms provided. An original and the designated number of copies of each response are required. Responses, including modifications, must be submitted in ink, typed, or printed form and signed by an authorized representative. Please line through and initial rather than erase changes. If the response is not properly signed or if any changes are not initialed, it may be considered non-responsive. The City may require that an electronic copy of the response be submitted. The response must provide all information requested and must address all points. The City does not encourage exceptions. The City is not required to grant exceptions and depending on the exception, the City may reject the response. i.9 DEBARMENT DISCLOSURE. If the respondent has been debarred, suspended, or otherwise lawfully precluded from participating in any public procurement activity, including being disapproved as a (sub)contractor with any federal, state, or local government, or if any such preclusion from participation from any public procurement activity is currently pending, the respondent shall include a letter with its response identifying the name and address of the governmental unit, the effective date of this suspension or debarment, the duration of the suspension or debarment, and the relevant circumstances relating to the suspension or debarment. If suspension or debarment is currently pending, a detailed description of all relevant circumstances including the details enumerated above must be provided. A response from a respondent who is currently debarred, suspended or otherwise lawfully prohibited from any public procurement activity may be rejected. i.10 RESERVATIONS. The City reserves the right to reject any or all responses or any part thereof; to reissue the solicitation; to reject non-responsive or non-responsible responses; to reject unbalanced responses; to reject responses where the terms and/or awards are conditioned upon another event; to reject individual responses for failure to meet any requirement; to award by part or portion, or total; to make multiple awards; to waive minor irregularities, defects, omissions, technicalities or form errors in any response. The City may seek clarification of the response from respondent at any time, and failure to respond is cause for rejection. Submission of a response confers on respondent no right to an award or to a subsequent contract. The City is responsible to make an award that is in the best interest of the City. All decisions on compliance, evaluation, terms and conditions shall be made solely at the City’s discretion and made to favor the City. No binding contract will exist between the respondent and the City until the City executes a written contract or purchase order. i.11 OFFICIAL SOLICITATION DOCUMENT. Changes to the solicitation document made by a respondent may not be acknowledged or accepted by the City. Award or execution of a contract does not constitute acceptance of a changed term, condition or specification unless specifically acknowledged and agreed to by the City. The copy maintained and published by the City shall be INSTRUCTIONS Consulting Services – WWCS Master Plan 4 RFQ #19-17 the official solicitation document. i.12 ETHICS. It is the intention of the City to promote courtesy, fairness, impartiality, integrity, service, professionalism, economy, and government by law in the Procurement process. The responsibility for implementing this policy rests with each indi vidual who participates in the procurement process, including respondents and contractors. To achieve the purpose of this Article, it is essential that respondents and contractors doing business with the City also observe the ethical standards prescribed herein. It shall be a breach of ethical standards to: a. Exert any effort to influence any City employee or agent to breach the standards of ethical conduct. b. Intentionally invoice any amount greater than provided in Contract or to invoice for Materials or Services not provided. c. Intentionally offer or provide sub-standard Materials or Services or to intentionally not comply with any term, condition, specification or other re quirement of a City Contract. i.13 GIFTS. The City will accept no gifts, gratuities or advertising products from respondents or prospective respondents and affiliates. i.14 PROTESTS AND APPEALS. If a respondent believes there is a mistake, impropriety, or defect in the solicitation, believes the City improperly rejected its response, and/or believes the selected response is not in the City’s best interests, the respondent may submit a written protest. All protests and appeals are governed by the City of Clearwater Purchasing Policies and Procedures. If any discrepancy exists between this Section and the Procurement Rules, the language of the Procurement Rules controls. Protests based upon alleged mistake, impropriety, or defect in a solicitation that is apparent before the opening must be filed with the Purchasing Manager no later than five (5) business days before Opening. Protests that only become apparent after the Bid Opening must be filed within ten (10) business days of the alleged violation of the applicable purchasing ordinance. The complete protest procedure can be obtained by contacting Purchasing. ADDRESS PROTESTS TO: Alyce Benge, CPPO, C.P.M. Purchasing Manager City of Clearwater 100 So Myrtle Ave, 3rd Fl Clearwater FL 33756-5520 or PO Box 4748 Clearwater FL 33758-4748 INSTRUCTIONS – EVALUATION Consulting Services – WWCS Master Plan 5 RFQ #19-17 i.15 EVALUATION PROCESS. Responses will be reviewed by a screening committee comprised of City employees and/or authorized agents. The City staff may or may not initiate discussions with respondents for clarification purposes. Clarification is not an opportunity to change the response. Respondents shall not initiate discussions with any City employee or official. i.16 CRITERIA FOR EVALUATION AND AWARD. The City evaluates three (3) categories of information: responsiveness, responsibility, and the technical response. All responses must meet the following responsiveness and responsibility criteria. a) Responsiveness. The City will determine whether the response complies with the instructions for submitting responses including completeness of response which encompasses the inclusion of all required attachments and submissions. The City must reject any responses that are submitted late. Failure to meet other requirements may result in rejection. b) Responsibility. The City will determine whether the respondent is one with whom it can or should do business. Factors that the City may evaluate to determine "responsibility" include, but are not limited to: past performance, references (including those found outside the response), compliance with applicable laws, respondent's record of performance and integrity- e.g. has the respondent been delinquent or unfaithful to any contract with the City, whether the respondent is qualified legally to contract with the City, financial stability and the perceived ability to perform completely as specified. A respondent must at all times have financial resources sufficient, in the opinion of the City, to ensure performance of the contract and must provide proof upon request. City staff may also use Dun & Bradstreet and/or any generally available industry information. The City reserves the right to inspect and review respondent’s facilities, equipment and personnel and those of any identified subcontractors. The City will determine whether any failure to supply information, or the quality of the information, will result in rejection. c) Technical Response. The City will determine how well responses meet its requirements in terms of the response to the solicitation and how well the offer addresses the needs of the project. The City will rank offers using a point ranking system (unless otherwise specified) as an aid in conducting the evaluation. The criteria that will be evaluated and their relative weights are: Evaluation Criteria (response format) Points Technical expertise developing calibrated hydraulic models, master planning documents, and CIPs for municipalities of similar nature, size and complexity, including references(Tab 2) 30 Experience and professional qualifications of the Project Manager and key team members, including sub-consultant(s) (Tab 3) 25 Project understanding and ability of proposed approach to meet the needs of the City (Tab 4) 25 Schedule to complete the Master Plan including estimated number of hours per task, by personnel/position (Tab 4) 20 i.17 PRESENTATIONS/INTERVIEWS. The respondent must provide a formal presentation/interview on-site at a City location upon request. i.18 CONTRACT NEGOTIATIONS AND ACCEPTANCE. Respondent must be prepared for the City to accept the response as submitted. If respondent fails to sign all documents necessary to successfully execute the final contract within a reasonable time as specified, or negotiations do not result in an acceptable agreement, the City may reject response or revoke the award, and may begin negotiations with another Respondent. Final contract terms must be approved or signed by the appropriately authorized City official(s). No binding contract will exist between the respondent and the City until the City executes a written contract or purchase order. INSTRUCTIONS – EVALUATION Consulting Services – WWCS Master Plan 6 RFQ #19-17 i.19 NOTICE OF INTENT TO AWARD. Notices of the City’s intent to award a Contract are posted to Purchasing’s website. It is the respondent’s responsibility to check the City of Clearwater’s Purchasing website at http://www.myclearwater.com/bid to view Purchasing’s Intent to Award postings. i.20 RFQ TIMELINE. All dates are tentative and subject to change. Release RFQ: March 30, 2017 Advertise Tampa Bay Times: March 31, 2017 Responses due: April 28, 2017 Review responses/presentations: May 1 – May 19, 2017 Award recommendation: May 22, 2017 Council authorization: June 14, 2017 Contract begins: June, 2017 DETAILED SPECIFICATIONS Consulting Services – WWCS Master Plan 7 RFQ #19-17 1. PROJECT MISSION. The City of Clearwater is dedicated to providing superior services to its customers in order to improve the quality of life for Clearwater residents, businesses and visitors. The City is looking for vendors who share that dedication and will help the City meet that goal. 2. INTRODUCTION. The City of Clearwater is seeking an Engineering firm to update its wastewater collection system master plan (Master Plan). The Master Plan is used as an aid in determining current sanitary sewer rehabilitation and replacement needs as well as a road map for implementing future facility upgrades, operational and maintenance improvements, compliance with future regulations, and to provide facilities that are efficient and economically feasible for the City and its citizens. 3. BACKGROUND. The wastewater collection system currently includes approximately 8,287 manholes and 389 cleanouts; 1,951,179 feet (370 miles) of gravity sewers; 199,811 ft (38 miles) of force main; and 73 pump stations. The system consists of three (3) service areas associated with the City’s three (3) water reclamation facilities (East WRF, Northeast WRF, and Marshall Street WRF). The following information is posted on the City’s FTP site (access instructions below): • Wastewater Collection System Management, Operation and Maintenance, Performance Audit Report Fiscal Year 1998/1999, September 1999, prepared by T ampa Bay Engineering, Inc. • Pump Station Data and Drawdown Report, July 2000, prepared by Tampa Bay Engineering, Inc. • Sanitary Sewer System Evaluation, Self Audit – Phase 2, Final Report, February 2002, prepared by TBE Group, Inc. • Wastewater Collection System Capital Improvement Projects, February 2002, prepared by TBE Group, Inc. • Pump Station Evaluation and Prioritization, January 2004, prepared by TBE Group, Inc. • Wastewater Collection System Capital Improvement Projects, June 2004, prepared by TBE Group, Inc. • Flow Monitoring and Model Recalibration, January 2007, prepared by TBE Group Inc. and Wade & Associates, Inc. • Wastewater Collection System, Capital Improvement Projects, May 2010, prepared by Cardno TBE, Inc. • Lift Station Evaluation and Hydraulic Model Update, Technical Memorandum No. 1 – Summary of Existing Collection System, July 30, 2010, prepared by Malcolm Pirnie, Inc. • Lift Station Evaluation & Hydraulic Model Update, (City) Project # 10-0024-UT, Technical Report No. 1 – Lift Station Evaluation, September 2010, prepared by Malcolm Pirnie, Inc. • Collection System CIP Reprioritization, (City) Project # 10-0009-UT, Technical Report No. 2, January 2011, prepared by Malcolm Pirnie, Inc. • Flow Monitoring Technical Memorandum, City of Clearwater Inflow & Infiltration Flow Reduction Project, November 30, 2015, prepared by McKim & Creed, Inc. (Marshall Street and East WRF basins). • Flow Monitoring Technical Memorandum, City of Clearwater Inflow & Infiltration Flow Reduction Project, October 13, 2016, prepared by McKim & Creed, Inc. (Northeast WRF basin). • January 2015 to December 2016 WRF Influent Data. • Wastewater collection system maps and asset data in ESRI ArcView Geographic Information System (GIS, data set) format. Data set includes manhole IDs and pipe lengths, diameters, connectivity, and spatial information. About 63% of the pipelines have as -built/survey elevation data; however, the remaining pipelines utilize computer simulated interpretations and should be evaluated prior to use. • Existing InfoWorks hydraulic model of the City’s wastewater collection system (from 2011 “Collection System CIP Reprioritization” project). DETAILED SPECIFICATIONS Consulting Services – WWCS Master Plan 8 RFQ #19-17 FTP Site Access ftp://ftpserver.myclearwater.com Logon user name – vendor Logon password – clearwater (note the lower case “c”) Select Engineering Open Folder RFQ 19-17 Documents 4. GENERAL. All Consultant meetings with the City will be at City offices unless otherwise agreed to by both parties. Consultant will organize, facilitate, and produce minutes of all such meetings. Consultant will also provide written documentation of all decisions made outside such meetings. 5. SCOPE OF SERVICES. The Master Plan will include hydraulic modeling, identification of capacity constraints, prioritization of system capacity needs, and development of the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) program to address these needs. A thirty (30) year planning horizon is assumed for meeting capacity, although the CIP shall be based on a ten (10) year period. The following list represents anticipated tasks to complete the project. The collection of relevant City data is to be completed by Consultant staff as necessary. The Consultant is encouraged to propose modifications to the individual tasks or the entire scope of services if the Consultant can demonstrate innovative, advanced and well thought-out methodologies that the City may not have specifically identified. Proposed Scope modifications shall be identified as optional items in the Consultant’s response. Task 1 – Project Management The selected Consultant will be expected to manage assigned projects, carefully control costs and resources, and complete assigned work on schedule. The Consultant shall assign a project manager who will act as the City’s primary contact and will be entirely responsible for the Consultant’s work (including sub-consultant work if applicable). To ensure the project remains on track, the Consultant shall provide progress reports to the City’s project manager at proposed regular intervals (minimum of monthly) which shall include the following information: • Status of work completed to-date. • Work anticipated to be completed in the next reporting period. • Problems/obstacles identified during the reporting period. • Outstanding issues (items remain on this list until resolved). • Updated project schedule for completion of the scope of services. Task 2 – Project Kickoff Meeting The Consultant will hold a project kickoff meeting with City stakeholders within two (2) weeks of the contract award. The roles of Consultant staff and City stakeholders will be discussed. At the meeting the Consultant will provide a list of additional information (beyond the reports provided on FTP site) requested of the City and methodologies will be determined for compiling the necessary information. Task 3 – Review of Available Information and Preparation of Data Gaps Technical Memorandum During this task, the Consultant will review all information that pertains to developing the hydraulic model and Master Plan, identify areas where additional data is needed, and prepare a Data Gaps Technical Memorandum (if necessary) that summarizes additional data th e Consultant feels is needed to develop a reasonably accurate depiction of the City’s current wastewater collection system (i.e. calibrated hydraulic model). This may include: DETAILED SPECIFICATIONS Consulting Services – WWCS Master Plan 9 RFQ #19-17 1. Survey information. Approximately 63% of the wastewater pipelines have surveyed elevation data; the remaining pipelines utilize computer simulated interpretations for elevation data. The Consultant will review the existing hydraulic model and GIS data set for available survey information and provide the City with recommendations for additional surveying the Consultant believes will add considerable value to its modeling efforts. 2. A listing of potential errors/discrepancies within the City’s hydraulic model and/or GIS data set that should be further evaluated. This may include pipe junctions outside of manholes, adverse pipe slopes, mid-run pipe diameter reductions, etc. 3. Other areas the Consultant recommends additional data is warranted. After a meeting with the City to discuss its findings, the Consultant will prepare draft and fina l versions of a Data Gaps Technical Memorandum that identifies each area and provides cost estimates to gather necessary data. Additional tasks may be authorized based on the results of Task 3. Task 4 – Field Investigations The purpose of this task is to collect additional data needed to support development and calibration of the hydraulic model. At a minimum, the Consultant is expected to visit all wastewater lift stations, evaluate their physical condition , and collect pump station data including drawdown test, liquid level, force main pressure, and rain gauge instrumentation/sensors. The Consultant will be required to prepare and provide the City with site-specific Health and Safety Plans for each authorized field investigation. Task 5 – Existing Wastewater Collection System The Master Plan shall include descriptions of the character and nature of the wastewater collection system within each service area. This includes, at a minimum: 1. Number of wastewater accounts (residential, commercial, and industrial) within the City. 2. A map showing the wastewater collection system and its three (3) service areas. 3. Findings from field investigations. 4. A table containing the footages of gravity pipe by diameter, material and age, and the number of maintenance access structures. 5. A table containing the footages of force main pipe by diameter, material and age, and the number of isolation valves and air release valves. 6. A table summarizing the wet well size, number of pumps, and pump horsepower for each lift station. Task 6 – W astewater Growth Forecasts and Demand Projections The Consultant will contact the Pinellas County Planning Department, or other approved source, and obtain population data for the current year, and projection years 2030 and 2050. The Consultant will then calculate the estimated 2030 and 2050 average day wastewater flow on a service area basis, assuming that all currently un-served areas will be served by the year 2050. Task 7 – Regulatory Impacts The Consultant will perform an evaluation of existing, new, and pending wastewater regulations and their potential impacts to the City’s wastewater system. Task 8 – Wastewater Modeling The City wastewater collection system is divided into three (3) service areas (East, Northeast, and Marshall St.). During this Task the consultant will utilize the hydraulic model and GIS data DETAILED SPECIFICATIONS Consulting Services – WWCS Master Plan 10 RFQ #19-17 provided by the City to develop a reasonably accurate depiction of the City’s current wastewater collection system (i.e. calibrated hydraulic model). Although the existing model will be provided, prior to use, the City expects the Consultant to review and compare it to the GIS data set, and identify a list of “data gaps” such as potential errors/discrepancies and/or other areas where additional data is recommended (see Tasks 3 and 4). The Consultant will: 1. Develop pass/fail criteria for evaluating modeling results for gravity pipes, force mains, and pumping stations. 2. Estimate peak flow factors. 3. Calibrate the hydraulic model. 4. Develop I/I flow factors for each service area/sub-basin. 5. Perform simulations to analyze wet weather average day and maximum day wastewater flows under the following conditions: a. Existing conditions b. 2030 year conditions c. 2030 year conditions with CIPs in place d. 2050 year conditions At the conclusion of this Task, the Consultant shall provide the City: • Updated hydraulic model (in a format approved by the City) and GIS data set. • Estimate of total lineal footage of system pipelines that need to be improved (i.e. rehabilitated or replaced/upsized). • A pipeline replacement/rehabilitation schedule and recommend the most cost effective methods for replacement or rehabilitation available. Rehabilitation methods shall also include trenchless technology where applicable. • Recommended size and approximate location of future pipelines to a ccommodate future development. Also summarize recommendations in table format. • A schematic identifying all recommended improvements and future pipelines overlaying the City’s existing collection system. Task 9 – Recommended Improvements and CIP The Consultant will utilize all of the information gained during the previous tasks to develop a list of near-term and long-term wastewater collection system improvements. A thirty (30) year planning horizon is assumed for meeting capacity, although the CIP will be based on a ten (10) year period. At a minimum, the Consultant shall prepare: 1. An outline and description of specific projects (including CIPs) that will correct deficiencies or upgrade the level of service for current and/or future demand scenarios. 2. Criteria to utilize when prioritizing recommended improvements, such as: • How critical the facility is to system operations (i.e. ramifications of failure). • Cost of facility failure (including social and environmental costs in addition to hard costs of repairs). • Probability of failure based on condition of facility. 3. Budget level cost estimates associated with upgrades to serve existing conditions and for each future project. Costs shall include design and construction costs, basis for these costs, and be provided at the values current to the proposed year of implementation. 4. Prioritized list of recommended improvements and improvement programs through 2050 with a detailed focus on near-term critical projects through 2030. DETAILED SPECIFICATIONS Consulting Services – WWCS Master Plan 11 RFQ #19-17 Task 10 – Capacity, Management, Operations and Maintenance Report The Consultant will develop a Capacity, Management, Operation, and Maintenance (CMOM) program, as identified by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. During this Task, the Consultant will expand the existing “Wastewater Colle ction System Management, Operation, and Maintenance Audit Report, September 1999” into the CMOM. The CMOM must be provided as a standalone document signed and sealed by a Professional Engineer licensed in the State of Florida. At a minimum, the CMOM shall include the following components: 1. COLLECTION SYSTEM MANAGEMENT a. Goals b. Organization c. Training/Safety d. Customer Service e. Information Management and Geographic Information Systems f. Legal Authorities and Controls 2. GENERAL SYSTEM INFORMATION a. Wastewater Treatment and Collection System Description b. Collection System Details c. Age Distribution of Collection System d. Length of Pipe by Diameter e. Sanitary Sewer Overflow History f. System Map 3. CLEANING, INSPECTION AND ASSESSMENT a. Cleaning b. Pipe and Manhole Inspection c. Assessment d. Staffing and Equipment 4. GRAVITY LINE PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE a. Fats, Oils, and Grease (FOG) Control b. Root Control c. Service Laterals 5. EASEMENTS and PAVING: MAINTENANCE AND ACCESS a. Maintenance of Right of Way and Easements b. Street Paving Coordination 6. PUMP STATION/FORCE MAIN MAINTENANCE a. Mechanical and Electrical Maintenance b. Force Main Maintenance c. Private Pump Stations DETAILED SPECIFICATIONS Consulting Services – WWCS Master Plan 12 RFQ #19-17 d. Corrosion Control 7. REACTIVE MAINTENANCE a. Corrective Maintenance b. Scheduling c. Tracking and Recording Repairs d. Complaint Response e. Reactive Response Summary 8. EQUIPMENT AND TOOL INVENTORY a. Essential day-to-day items b. Spare Equipment and Tools 9. CAPACITY MANAGEMENT a. Lateral replacement Program b. Sewer Capacity Certification/ Connection Policy 10. RESOURCES AND BUDGET a. Budget Process b. Rate Setting, Budgetary Policies and Financial History c. Historical Rate Review d. Operating and Maintenance Expense e. Capital Improvement Program Overview f. Capital Improvement Plan 11. SEWER SYSTEM MAINTENANCE PLAN UPDATES a. Plan Update Process b. Monitoring, Measurement, and Program Modifications COMPONENTS OF THE MASTER PLAN The Master Plan must be signed and sealed by a Professional Engineer licensed in the State of Florida and include hydraulic modeling, identification of capacity constraints, prioritization of system capacity needs, and development of the 10 -year capital improvements programs to address these needs. During preparation of the Master Plan, the City will be afforded two (2) to three (3) weeks to review the results of each task as it is completed. The City will compile review comments from its stakeholders and Consultant will schedule a review meeting to facilitate further discussion until all comments are resolved to the City’s satisfaction. At a minimum, the Master Plan will contain the following components: • Title page and cover sheet • Table of contents • List of figures, tables, exhibits and maps • List of appendices (if any) • List of acronyms • Executive summary • Introduction • Discussion and results of field investigations • Description of existing wastewater collection system DETAILED SPECIFICATIONS Consulting Services – WWCS Master Plan 13 RFQ #19-17 • Wastewater growth forecasts and demand projection methodology • Discussion of potential regulatory impacts • Discussion and results of wastewater modeling • Recommended improvements and CIP plan 6. QUALIFICATIONS. Each Consultant must demonstrate the necessary ability, financial resources, and experience to perform the work in a satisfactory manner. The Consultant shall demonstrate a thorough understanding of data collection, hydraulic modeling and calibration, and cost estimating as related to developing capital planning and maintenance strategies for wastewater collection systems. 7. INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS. The Contractor (respondent) shall, at its own cost and expense, acquire and maintain (and cause any subcontractors, representatives or agents to acquire and maintain) during the term with the City, sufficient insurance to adequately protect the respective interest of the parties. Coverage shall be obtained with a carrier having an AM Best Rating of A - VII or better. In addition, the City has the right to review the Contractor’s deductible or self - insured retention and to require that it be reduced or eliminated. Specifically the Contractor must carry the following minimum types and amounts of insurance on an occurrence basis or in the case of coverage that cannot be obtained on an occurrence basis, then coverage can be obtained on a claims-made basis with a minimum three (3) year tail following the termination or expiration of this Agreement. Specific work may require additional coverage on a case by case basis: a. Commercial General Liability Insurance coverage, including but not limited to, premises operations, products/completed operations, products liability, contractual liability, advertising injury, personal injury, death, and property damage in the minimum amo unt of $1,000,000 (one million dollars) per occurrence and $2,000,000 (two million dollars) general aggregate. b. Commercial Automobile Liability Insurance coverage for any owned, non-owned, hired or borrowed automobile is required in the minimum amount of $1,000,000 (one million dollars) combined single limit. c. Unless waived by the State of Florida, statutory Workers’ Compensation Insurance coverage in accordance with the laws of the State of Florida, and Employer’s Liability Insurance in the minimum amount of $100,000 (one hundred thousand dollars) each employee each accident, $100,000 (one hundred thousand dollars) each employee by disease and $500,000 (five hundred thousand dollars) aggregate by disease with benefits afforded under the laws of the State of Florida. Coverage should include Voluntary Compensation, Jones Act, and U.S. Longshoremen’s and Harbor Worker’s Act coverage where applicable. Coverage must be applicable to employees, contractors, subcontractors, and volunteers, if any. d. If the Contractor is using its own property, or the property of the City or other provider, in connection with the performance of its obligations under this Agreement, then Contractor’s Equipment Insurance or Property Insurance on an “All Risks” basis with replacement cost coverage for property and equipment in the care, custody and control of others is required. e. Professional Liability Insurance coverage appropriate for the type of business engaged in by the Contractor with minimum limits of $1,000,000 (one million dollars) per occurrence. If a claims made form of coverage is provided, the retroactive date of coverage shall be no later than the inception date of claims made coverage, unless prior policy was extended indefinitely to cover prior acts. Coverage shall be extended beyond the policy year either by a supplemental extended reporting period (ERP) of as great a duration as available, and with no less coverage and with reinstated aggregate limits, or by requiring that any new policy provide a retroactive date no later than the inception date of claims made coverage. DETAILED SPECIFICATIONS Consulting Services – WWCS Master Plan 14 RFQ #19-17 The above insurance limits may be achieved by a combination of primary and umbrella/excess liability policies. 6. OTHER INSURANCE PROVISIONS. a. Prior to the execution of this Agreement, and then annually upon the anniversary date(s) of the insurance policy’s renewal date(s) for as long as this Agreement remains in effect, the Contractor will furnish the City with a Certificate of Insurance(s) (using appropriate ACORD certificate, SIGNED by the Issuer, and with applicable endorsements) evidencing all of the coverage set forth above and naming the City as an “Additional Insured.” In addition when requested in writing from the City, Contractor will provide the City with certified copies of all applicable policies. The address where such certificates and certified policies shall be sent or delivered is as follows: City of Clearwater Attn: Purchasing, RFQ #19-17 P.O. Box 4748 Clearwater, FL 33758-4748 b. Contractor shall provide thirty (30) days written notice of any cancellation, non -renewal, termination, material change or reduction in coverage. c. Contractor’s insurance as outlined above shall be primary and non -contributory coverage for Contractor’s negligence. d. Contractor reserves the right to appoint legal counsel to provide for the Contractor’s defense, for any and all claims that may arise related to Agreement, work performed under this Agreement, or to Contractor’s design, equipment, or service. Contractor agrees that the City shall not be liable to reimburse Contractor for any legal fees or costs as a result of Contractor providing its defense as contemplated herein. The stipulated limits of coverage above shall not be construed as a limitation of any potential liability to the City, and failure to request evidence of this insurance shall not be construed as a waiver of Contractor’s obligation to provide the insurance coverage specified. MILESTONES Consulting Services – WWCS Master Plan 15 RFQ #19-17 ANTICIPATED BEGINNING AND END DATE OF INITIAL TERM . June 2017 to October 2018. If the commencement of performance is delayed because the City does not execute the contract on the start date, the City may adjust the start date, end date and milestones to reflect the delayed execution. 1. EXTENSION. The City reserves the right to extend the term of this contract, provided however, that the City shall give written notice of its intentions to extend this contract no later than thirty (30) days prior to the expiration date of the contract. PROPOSAL FORMAT Consulting Services – WWCS Master Plan 16 RFQ #19-17 1. RESPONSE SUBMISSION - Submit one (1) signed original (identified as ORIGINAL) response, with five (5) copies, and one (1) electronic format copy on a disc or thumb drive in a sealed envelope/container. 2. RESPONSE FORMAT - Qualifications shall be submitted in bound volumes on standard 8½" x 11" paper; a single 8½”x11” sheet printed on both sides is two (2) pages. All information must be assembled and indexed in the order indicated below. The page count shall not exceed twenty (20) total pages, include typed text, graphics, charts and photographs, but does not include supporting documents for Tab 5, the tabbed separator pages, cover page, and back page. TAB 1 – Letter of Interest. The cover letter should briefly introduce the Consultant and also include: • A statement confirming that all information contained in the Response is complete and accurate. • Signature from the firm’s principal certifying that sufficient resources in personnel, equipment, and time are available and can be committed to this project. • Contact information for the firm’s principal including email address and phone number. TAB 2 – Technical Expertise. Provide background about the company and present the firm’s understanding of the Scope of Services to be provided and ability to provide such services: • Include information for three (3) projects, preferably within the last 10 years, for which Consultant has provided services closely related to this scope of services. Project descriptions shall identify any change order(s) to the original agreement. • Explain innovative solutions that resulted in cost savings to the agency, and accuracy of prepared municipal capital improvement plans to the actual costs to the agency. • Provide client references for the three (3) selected projects including the contact name, mailing address, email address, and phone number. TAB 3 – Experience and Qualifications. Describe the firm’s background, experience with similar projects, and qualifications of key personnel proposed to work on the project. Include an organization chart and an affirmative statement indicating that the firm and all assigned key professional staff are properly licensed to practice in Florida. Include resumes for key team members (including subcontractors) demonstrating specific project experience relevant to the project. Include the expected amount of involvement for each consultant team member. Any changes in key personnel after the contract award must be approved by the City. TAB 4 – Project Methodology. Demonstrate project understanding and ability of proposed approach to meet the needs of the City. Provide a detailed work plan, including a tentative schedule to complete the Master Plan including estimated number of hours per task, by personnel/position. TAB 5 – Other Forms. The following forms should be completed and signed: 1. Exceptions, Additional Materials, Addenda form 2. Company Information form 3. Response Certification form 4. Copies of the firm’s current Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation’s License and key personnel licenses 5. If the firm is a corporation, a copy of the current Florida Corporation Registration 6. Firm’s Health and Safety policy 7. W-9 Form. All responses should include a fully completed, most current W -9 form. Failure to include the W -9 will not disqualify your bid. (http://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/fw9.pdf) EXCEPTIONS/ADDITIONAL MATERIALS/ADDENDA Consulting Services – WWCS Master Plan 17 RFQ #19-17 Respondents shall indicate any and all exceptions taken to the provisions or requirements in this solicitation document. Exceptions that surface elsewhere and that do not also appear under this section shall be considered invalid and void and of no contractual significance. Exceptions (mark one): **Special Note – Any material exceptions taken to the City’s Terms and Conditions may render a Response non-responsive. No exceptions Exceptions taken (describe--attach additional pages if needed) Additional Materials submitted (mark one): No additional m aterials have been included with this response Additional Materials attached (describe--attach additional pages if needed) Addenda Respondents are responsible for verifying receipt of any addenda issued by checking the City’s website at www.myclearwater.com/bid prior to the bid opening. Failure to acknowledge any addenda issued may render a submittal Non-responsive. Acknowledgement of Receipt of Addenda (initial for each addenda received, if applicable): Addenda Number Initial to acknowledge receipt Vendor Name__________________________________________________ Date__________________ COMPANY INFORMATION Consulting Services – WWCS Master Plan 18 RFQ #19-17 Company Legal/Corporate Name: Doing Business As (if different than above): Address: City: State: Zip: - Phone: Fax: E-Mail Address: Website: DUNS # Remit to Address (if different than above): Order from Address (if different from above): Address: Address: City: State: Zip: City: State: Zip: Contact for Questions about this response: Name: Fax: Phone: E-Mail Address: Day-to-Day Project Contact (if awarded): Name: Fax: Phone: E-Mail Address: Certified Small Business Certifying Agency: Certified Minority, Woman or Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Certifying Agency: RESPONSE CERTIFICATION Consulting Services – WWCS Master Plan 19 RFQ #19-17 By signing and submitting this Response, the Company certifies that: a) It is under no legal prohibition to contract with the City of Clearwater. b) It has read, understands, and is in compliance with the specifications, terms and conditions stated herein, as well as its attachments, and any referenced documents. c) It has no known, undisclosed conflicts of interest. d) No offer of gifts, payments or other consideration were made to any City employee, officer, elected official, or consultant who has or may have had a role in the procurement process for the services and or goods/materials covered by this contract. e) It understands the City of Clearwater may copy all parts of this response, including without limitation any documents and/or materials copyrighted by the respondent, for internal use in evaluating respondent’s offer, or in response to a public records request under Florida’s public records law (F.S. 119) or other applicable law, subpoena, or other judicial process. f) Respondent hereby warrants to the City that the respondent and each of its subcontractors (“Subcontractors”) will comply with, and are contractually obligated to comply with, all Federal Immigration laws and regulations that relate to their employees. g) Respondent certifies that they are not in violation of section 6(j) of the Federal Export Administration Act and not debarred by any Federal or public agency. h) It will provide the materials or services specified in compliance with all Federal, State, and Local Statutes and Rules if awarded by the City. i) It is current in all obligations due to the City. j) It will accept such terms and conditions in a resulting contract if awarded by the City. k) The signatory is an officer or duly authorized agent of the respondent with full power and authority to submit binding offers for the services as specified herein. ACCEPTED AND AGREED TO: Company Name: Signature: Printed Name: Title: Date: MAILING LABEL CUT ALONG THE LINE AND AFFIX TO THE FRONT OF YOUR BID CONTAINER Consulting Services – WWCS Master Plan 20 RFQ #19-17 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- For US Mail ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ SEALED RESPONSE Submitted by: Company Name: Address: City, State, Zip: RFQ #19-17, Consulting Services – WWCS Master Plan Due Date: April 28, 2017, at 10:00 A.M. City of Clearwater Attn: Purchasing PO Box 4748 Clearwater FL 33758-4748 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- For US Mail ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ ---------------------------------------------- For Hand Deliveries, FEDEX, UPS or Other Courier Services ------------------------------------------------ SEALED RESPONSE Submitted by: Company Name: Address: City, State, Zip: RFQ #19-17, Consulting Services – WWCS Master Plan Due Date: April 28, 2017, at 10:00 A.M. ---------------------------------------------- For Hand Deliveries, FEDEX, UPS or Other Courier Services ------------------------------------------------ City of Clearwater Attn: Purchasing 100 S Myrtle Ave 3rd Fl Clearwater FL 33756 AGREEMENT FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES This AGREEMENT is made and entered into on the day of Qt , 2015 by and between the City of Clearwater, Florida (CITY) and Tetra Tech, Inc., (ENGINEER). WITNESSETH: WHEREAS the CITY desires to engage the ENGINEER to perform certain professional services pertinent to such work in accordance with this Agreement; and WHEREAS the ENGINEER desires to provide such professional services in accordance with this Agreement; and WHEREAS the CITY selected the ENGINEER in accordance with the competitive selection process described in Section 287.055 of the Florida Statutes, and based on information and representations given by the ENGINEER in a response to Request for Qualifications #34 -15 dated May 1, 2015: NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the premises and the mutual benefits which will accrue to the parties hereto in carrying out the terms of this Agreement, it is mutually understood and agreed as follows: 1.0 GENERAL SCOPE OF THIS AGREEMENT The relationship of the ENGINEER to the CITY will be that of a professional consultant, and the ENGINEER will provide the professional and technical services required under this Agreement in accordance with acceptable engineering practices and ethical standards. 2.0 PROFESSIONAL TECHNICAL SERVICES 2.1 It shall be the responsibility of the ENGINEER to work with and for the CITY toward solutions to engineering problems and the approach or technique to be used toward accomplishment of the CITY's objective for each project or assignment. The ENGINEER's services shall include developing and presenting advisory opinions regarding the usefulness and continued profitability of Water, Sewer and Stormwater Utility System facilities, the proper maintenance of the elements of the System and the design of capital improvements thereto; roads, drainage, structural analysis, transportation, traffic, environmental and gas systems. Representative assignment areas are expected to include, but not be limited to, planning, studies or design services as listed below: 1 2.1.1. Preparation of construction drawings, specifications and bid documents for public works projects, including but not limited to: 2.1.1.a. Structural engineering elements 2.1.1.b. Streets and roadways, including intersection improvements 2.1.1.c. Parking facilities 2.1.1.d. Utility infrastructure, including water, wastewater, natural gas, storm water and reclaimed water 2.1.2. Land surveying activities, including title search, aerial target placement, topographic surveys, right -of -way surveys, preparation of right -of -way control surveys, preparation of right -of -way mapping /parcel descriptions /parcel sketches 2.1.3. Architectural services 2.1.4. Transportation improvement planning and studies, including Project Development & Environment (PD &E) studies 2.1.5. FDEP Brownfield Redevelopment Program projects 2.1.6. Traffic operations activities, including traffic signal warrant analysis, safety studies, preparation of traffic signal construction documents, preparation of pavement marking & signing plans, assistance as needed with the implementation of timing plans for and the operation of the City's Urban Traffic Signal Computer System 2.1.7. Hazardous materials investigations, mitigation /remediation plans and associated tasks 2.1.8. Management of construction contracts 2.1.9. Review and assessment of the applicability of design/build contracts and /or Value Engineering for various CITY improvements 2.1.10. Development/preparation of grant applications for CITY projects 2.1.11. Preparation of permit application packages, including water, waste water, surface water management, National Pollution Discharge Elimination System (NPDES), and wetland impacts: assistance in meeting regulatory and grant requirements, permitting and preparation of permit documents and representation of the CITY before appropriate regulatory bodies 2.1.12. Environmental audits, including evaluation of hazardous materials potential, archeological or historical resources, impacts to threatened or endangered species 2.1.13. Hydraulic/hydrologic modeling of streams, watersheds, water and wastewater piping systems and modeling of treatment processes, etc. 2.1.14. Development of wetland mitigation plans, including compliance monitoring 2.1.15. Water quality monitoring, including report preparation 2.1.16. Preparation and implementation of public involvement programs, including graphics (presentation boards, slides, handouts, etc.) 2.1.17. Studies related to stormwater management, master planning, design and financing, including stormwater utility feasibility and implementation 2.1.18. Studies related to rates, user charges and impact upon various agreements between the CITY and its customers, suppliers and consultants 2.1.19. Studies of recreational facility improvements, including expansion or improvements to existing facilities as well as development of new facilities: includes possible preparation of construction documents (including permits) and construction management 2.1.20. Aviation services, including master planning and design of planned improvements 2 2.1.21. Preparation of traffic calming plans 2.1.22. Landscape and irrigation design 2.1.23. Other work as may be reasonably required under the general scope of professional and technical engineering services in connection with the CITY's public works /engineering system. 2.2 The ENGINEER's services under this Agreement will be provided under Work Orders. Generally, each Work Order will include the services for a single project or assignment, and it will contain a mutually agreed -upon detailed scope of services, project goals, fee, and schedule of performance in accordance with applicable fiscal and budgetary constraints. Total compensation for services shall not exceed $100,000 per Work Order, unless specifically authorized by the City Council. 2.3 The ENGINEER shall maintain an adequate and competent staff of professionally qualified personnel available to the CITY for the purpose of rendering the required engineering services hereunder, and shall diligently execute the work to meet the completion time established in Work Order. The ENGINEER shall notify the CITY by U.S. Mail addressed to the City Engineer of any changes in company contact information. This includes: contact phone, address, project manager, email addresses, etc. 2.4 The CITY reserves the right to enter into contracts with other engineering and /or architect firms for similar services. The ENGINEER will, when directed to do so by the CITY, coordinate and work with other engineering and /or architectural firms retained by the CITY. 3.0 PERIOD OF SERVICE 3.1 The ENGINEER shall begin work promptly after receipt of a fully executed copy of each Work Order, in accordance with Paragraph 2.2, above. Receipt of a fully executed Work Order shall constitute written notice to proceed. 3.2 If the ENGINEER's services called for under any Work Order are delayed for reasons beyond the ENGINEER's control, the time of performance shall be adjusted as appropriate. 3.3 It is the intent of the parties hereto that this Agreement continue in force until four (4) years from the date of initiation, July 24, 2015, subject to the provisions for termination contained herein. The City retains the right to exercise an option to conduct a mid -term solicitation. Assignments that are in progress at the Contract termination date will be completed by the ENGINEER unless specifically terminated by the CITY. 4.0 INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS See Exhibit "A" attached. 3 5.0 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES /CONSULTANT'S COMPETITIVE NEGOTIATION ACT (CCNA) - Florida Statue 287.055 Professional Services provided under this Agreement are within the scope of the practice of architecture, landscape architecture, professional engineering, or registered land surveying, as defined by the laws of the State of Florida. Provisions of F.S. 287.055 apply. 6.0 GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS 6.1 All documents including field books, drawings, specifications, calculations, geotechnical investigation reports, etc., used in the preparation of the work shall be supplied by the ENGINEER and shall become the property of the CITY. The CITY acknowledges that such documents are not intended or represented to be suitable for use by the CITY or others for purposes other than those for which the documents are prepared. Any reuse of these documents without written verification or adaptation by the ENGINEER for the specific purpose intended will be at the CITY's sole risk without liability or legal exposure to the ENGINEER. 6.2 The ENGINEER shall prepare preliminary construction cost estimates with each design submittal to verify the proposed design is within the City project budgets. The ENGINEER shall prepare a final estimate of probable construction costs, following CITY approval of the bid documents and other prebid activities. The CITY hereby acknowledges that estimates of probable construction costs cannot be guaranteed, and such estimates are not to be construed as a promise that designed facilities will not exceed a cost limitation. 6.3 The ENGINEER will provide expert witnesses, if required, to testify in connection with any suit at law. A supplemental agreement will be negotiated between the CITY and the ENGINEER describing the services desired and providing a basis for compensation to the ENGINEER. 6.4 Upon the ENGINEER's written request, the CITY will furnish or cause to be furnished such reports, studies, instruments, documents, and other information as the ENGINEER and CITY mutually deem necessary. 6.5 The CITY and the ENGINEER each bind themselves and their successors, legal representatives and assigns to the other party to this Agreement and to the partners, successors, legal representatives and assigns of each other party, in respect to all covenants of this Agreement; and, neither the CITY nor the ENGINEER will assign or transfer its interest in this Agreement without written consent of the other. 6.6 The ENGINEER shall indemnify and hold harmless the CITY, and its officers and employees, from liabilities, damages, losses, and costs, including, but not limited to, reasonable attorneys' fees, to the extent caused by the negligence, recklessness, or intentionally wrongful conduct of the ENGINEER and other persons employed or utilized by the ENGINEER in the performance of this AGREEMENT and any Work Orders issued under this AGREEMENT. 4 6.7 The ENGINEER agrees not to engage the services of any person or persons in the employ of the CITY to an allied capacity, on either a full or part -time basis, on the date of the signing of this Agreement, or during its term. 6.8 Key personnel assigned to CITY projects by the ENGINEER shall not be removed from the projects until alternate personnel acceptable to the CITY are approved in writing by the CITY. Key personnel are identified as: Project Manager and technical experts. 6.9 The ENGINEER shall attach a brief status report on the project(s) with each request for payment. 6.10 Unless otherwise required by law or judicial order, the ENGINEER agrees that it shall make no statements, press releases or other public communication concerning the Agreement or its subject matter or otherwise disclose or permit to be disclosed any of the data, technical processes, business affairs or other information obtained or furnished in the conduct of work under this Agreement without first notifying the City and securing its consent in writing. The ENGINEER also agrees that it shall not publish, copyright or patent any of the site specific data or reports furnished for or resulting from work under this Agreement. This does not include materials previously or concurrently developed by the ENGINEER for "In House" use. Only data and reports generated by the ENGINEER under this Agreement shall be the property of the City. 6.11 Public Records - The ENGINEER will be required to comply with Section 119.0701, Florida Statutes (2014), specifically to: a) Keep and maintain public records that ordinarily and necessarily would be required by the City of Clearwater in order to perform the service; b) Provide the public with access to public records on the same terms and conditions that the City of Clearwater would provide the records and at a cost that does not exceed the cost provided in Chapter 119 or as otherwise provided by law; c) Ensure that public records that are exempt or confidential and exempt from public records disclosure requirements are not disclosed except as authorized by law; and d) Meet all requirements for retaining public records and transfer, at no cost, to the City of Clearwater all public records in possession of the contractor upon termination of the contract and destroy any duplicate public records that are exempt or confidential and exempt from public records disclosure requirements. All records stored electronically must be provided to the City of Clearwater in a format that is compatible with the information technology systems of the City of Clearwater. 7.0 COMPENSATION 7.1 The ENGINEER shall be compensated for all services rendered under this Agreement in accordance with the provisions of each Work Order, upon presentation of ENGINEER's invoice. An hourly rate schedule and typical methods of compensation are attached hereto as Exhibit `B ". 5 7.2 Except as may be addressed in the initiating Work Order, the compensation for services shall be invoiced by the ENGINEER and paid by the CITY once each month. Such invoices shall be due and payable upon receipt. 7.3 The ENGINEER agrees to allow full and open inspection of payroll records and expenditures in connection with hourly rate and cost plus fixed fee work assignments upon request of the CITY. 8.0 PROHIBITION AGAINST CONTINGENT FEES The ENGINEER warrants that it has not employed or retained any company or person, other than a bona fide employee working solely for the ENGINEER to solicit or secure this Agreement and that it has not paid or agreed to pay any persons, company, corporation, individual or firm, other than a bona fide employee working for the ENGINEER any fee, commission, percentage, gift, or any other consideration, contingent upon or resulting from the award or making of this Agreement. 9.0 TERMINATION This Agreement may be terminated by either party with seven (7) days prior written notice, in the event of substantial failure to perform in accordance with the terms hereof by the other party through no fault of the terminating party. If this Agreement is terminated, the ENGINEER shall be paid in accordance with the provisions of outstanding Work Orders for all work performed up to the date of termination. 10.0 SUSPENSION, CANCELLATION OR ABANDONMENT If the project described in any Work Order is suspended, canceled, or abandoned by the CITY, without affecting any other Work Order or this Agreement, the ENGINEER shall be given five (5) days prior written notice of such action and shall be compensated for professional services provided up to the date of suspension, cancellation or abandonment. This Agreement shall be administered and interpreted under the laws of the State of Florida. 11.0 TERMINATION OF CONVENIENCE Either the CITY or the ENGINEER may terminate the Agreement at any time by giving written notice to the other of such termination and specifying the effective date of such termination at least thirty (30) days before said termination date. If the Agreement is terminated by the CITY as provided herein, the ENGINEER will be paid for services rendered through the date of termination. 6 12.0 PUBLIC ENTITY CRIMES Pursuant to Florida Statute 287 - 132 -133, effective July 1, 1989, the City of Clearwater, as a public entity, may not accept any proposal from, award any contract to, or transact any business in excess of the threshold amount provided in Section 287.017, F.S., for Category Two (currently $35,000) with any person or affiliate on the convicted vendor list for a period of 36 months from the date that person or affiliate was placed on the convicted vendor list unless that person of affiliate has been removed from the list pursuant to Section 287.133 (3)(f), F.S. 13.0 SCRUTINIZED COMPANIES AND BUSINESS OPERATIONS WITH CUBA AND SYRIA The ENGINEER will be required to comply with Section 287.135, Florida Statutes, specifically to the following, attached hereto as Exhibit "C ": a) The vendor, company, individual, principal, subsidiary, affiliate, or owner is aware of the requirements of section 287.135, Florida Statutes, regarding companies on the Scrutinized Companies with Activities in Sudan List, the Scrutinized Companies with Activities in the Iran Petroleum Energy Sector List, or engaging in business operations in Cuba and Syria; and b) The vendor, company, individual, principal, subsidiary, affiliate, or owner is eligible to participate in this solicitation and is not listed on either the Scrutinized Companies with Activities in Sudan List, the Scrutinized Companies with Activities in the Iran Petroleum Sector List, or engaged in business operations in Cuba and Syria; and c) Business Operations means, for purposes specifically related to Cuba or Syria, engaging in commerce in any form in Cuba or Syria, including, but not limited to, acquiring, developing, maintaining, owning, selling, possessing, leasing or operating equipment, facilities, personnel, products, services, personal property, real property, military equipment, or any other apparatus of business or commerce; and d) If awarded the Contract (or Agreement), the vendor, company, individual, principal, subsidiary, affiliate, or owner will immediately notify the City of Clearwater in writing, no later than five (5) calendar days after any of its principals are placed on the Scrutinized Companies with Activities in Sudan List, the Scrutinized Companies with Activities in the Iran Petroleum Sector List, or engages in business operations in Cuba and Syria. 7 IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have made and executed this Agreement on the date and year first above written. Countersigned: CA,9r c (\Crt\c14)` George N. Cretekos Mayor Tetra Tech, Inc. By: Print Title: WITNESS: Print Name: ,4yie ico ,e Title: .Sre. 4./7//v. '9- S',S'7` CITY OF CLEARWATER By: (J aetzwt A. 1 William B. Horne II City Manager Approved as to form and ATTEST: correctne s: Matthew M. Smit Assistant City Attorney By: JYLII. tt.. C'4.Lt Rosemarie Call City Clerk 8 EXHIBIT "A" RISK MANAGEMENT / INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS FOR AGREEMENTS AND CONTRACTS STATEMENT OF PURPOSE: The City of Clearwater enters into agreements and contracts for services and /or products with other parties. Agreements and contracts shall contain Risk Management/Insurance terms to protect the City's interest and to minimize its potential liabilities. Whenever applicable, the following terms shall be included in agreements and contracts. CITY DEFINED: The term "City" (whenever it may appear in this Exhibit) is defined to mean the City of Clearwater itself, its Council, the Community Redevelopment Agency of the City of Clearwater, a Florida governmental agency created pursuant to Part III, Chapter 163, Florida Statute, its duly appointed officers, or other public bodies, officers, employees, volunteers, representatives and agents. OTHER PARTY DEFINED: The term "Other Party" (whenever it may appear in this Exhibit) is defined to mean the other person or entity which is a party to an agreement or contract with the City, any subsidiaries or affiliates, officers, employees, volunteers, representatives, agents, contractors, and subcontractors. HOLD HARMLESS DEFINED: The term "Hold Harmless" (whenever it may appear in this Exhibit) is defined to mean that the Other Party shall indemnify and hold harmless the City, and its officers, employees, from liabilities, damages, losses, and costs, including, but not limited to, reasonable attorneys' fees, to the extent caused by the negligence, recklessness, or intentionally wrongful conduct of the Other Party and other persons employed or utilized by the Other Party in the performance of this Agreement and any Work Orders issued under this Agreement. PAYMENT ON BEHALF OF CITY DEFINED: The term "Payment on Behalf of City" whenever it may appear in this Exhibit) is defined to mean the Other Party agrees to pay on behalf of the City, and to pay the cost of the City's legal defense, as may be selected by the City, for claims or suits arising from the fault of the Other Party or other persons employed or utilized by the Other Party in performance of the contract. Such payment on behalf of the City shall be in addition to any and all other legal remedies available to the City and shall not be considered to be the City's exclusive remedy. Exh. A — Page 1 INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS. The ENGINEER shall, at its own cost and expense, acquire and maintain (and cause any subcontractors, representatives or agents to acquire and maintain) during the term with the City, sufficient insurance to adequately protect the respective interest of the parties. Coverage shall be obtained with a carrier having an AM Best Rating of A -VII or better. In addition, the City has the right to review the ENGINEER'S deductible or self - insured retention and to require that it be reduced or eliminated. Specifically the ENGINEER must carry the following minimum types and amounts of insurance on an occurrence basis or in the case of coverage that cannot be obtained on an occurrence basis, then coverage can be obtained on a claims -made basis with a minimum three (31 year tail following the termination or expiration of this Agreement: a. Commercial General Liability Insurance coverage, including but not limited to, premises operations, products /completed operations, products liability, contractual liability, advertising injury, personal injury, death, and property damage in the minimum amount of $1,000,000 (one million dollars) per occurrence and $2,000,000 two million dollars) general aggregate. b. Commercial Automobile Liability Insurance coverage for any owned, non - owned, hired or borrowed automobile is required in the minimum amount of $1,000,000 (one million dollars) combined single limit. c. Unless waived by the State of Florida, statutory Workers' Compensation Insurance coverage in accordance with the laws of the State of Florida, and Employer's Liability Insurance in the minimum amount of $100,000 (one hundred thousand dollars) each employee each accident, $100,000 (one hundred thousand dollars) each employee by disease and $500,000 (five hundred thousand dollars) aggregate by disease with benefits afforded under the laws of the State of Florida. Coverage should include Voluntary Compensation, Jones Act, and U.S. Longshoremen's and Harbor Worker's Act coverage where applicable. Coverage must be applicable to employees, contractors, subcontractors, and volunteers, if any. d. If the ENGINEER is using its own property, or the property of the City or other provider, in connection with the performance of its obligations under this Agreement, then ENGINEER'S Equipment Insurance or Property Insurance on an "All Risks" basis with replacement cost coverage for property and equipment in the care, custody and control of others is required. e. Professional Liability Insurance coverage appropriate for the type of business engaged in by the ENGINEER with minimum limits of $1,000,000 (one million dollars) per occurrence. If a claims made form of coverage is provided, the retroactive date of coverage shall be no later than the inception date of claims made coverage, unless prior policy was extended indefinitely to cover prior acts. Coverage shall be extended beyond the policy year either by a supplemental extended reporting period (ERP) of as great a duration as available, and with no less coverage and with reinstated aggregate limits, or by requiring that any new policy provide a retroactive date no later than the inception date of claims made coverage. Exh. A — Page 2 The above insurance limits may be achieved by a combination of primary and umbrella/excess liability policies. OTHER INSURANCE PROVISIONS. a. Prior to the execution of this Agreement, and then annually upon the anniversary date(s) of the insurance policy's renewal date(s) for as long as this Agreement remains in effect, the ENGINEER will furnish the City with a Certificate of Insurance(s) (using appropriate ACORD certificate, SIGNED by the Issuer, and with applicable endorsements) evidencing all of the coverage set forth above and naming the City as an "Additional Insured." In addition when requested in writing from the City, ENGINEER will provide the City with certified copies of all applicable policies. The address where such certificates and certified policies shall be sent or delivered is as follows: City of Clearwater Engineering, RFQ #34 -15 P.O. Box 4748 Clearwater, FL 33758 -4748 b. ENGINEER shall provide thirty (30) days written notice of any cancellation, non - renewal, termination, material change or reduction in coverage. c. ENGINEER'S insurance as outlined above shall be primary and non - contributory coverage for ENGINEER'S negligence. d. ENGINEER reserves the right to appoint legal counsel to provide for the ENGINEER'S defense, for any and all claims that may arise related to Agreement, work performed under this Agreement, or to ENGINEER'S design, equipment, or service. ENGINEER agrees that the City shall not be liable to reimburse ENGINEER for any legal fees or costs as a result of ENGINEER providing its defense as contemplated herein. The stipulated limits of coverage above shall not be construed as a limitation of any potential liability to the City, and failure to request evidence of this insurance shall not be construed as a waiver of ENGINEER's obligation to provide the insurance coverage specified. Exh. A — Page 3 EXHIBIT "B" PROVISION OF PAYMENT ENGINEER OF RECORD: Tetra Tech, Inc. BASIS FOR PAYMENT The owner shall pay ENGINEER and ENGINEER agrees to accept as full compensation for its services (as established by Work Order) compensation as computed by one of the following methods: Method "A" — Costs Times Multiplier Basis — Compensation in the form of actual costs times a multiplier as determined by the following formula: Actual raw Salary Cost (Hourly Rate) x Multiplier + Subconsultant Cost + Other Direct Costs. Multiplier 3.1 includes fringe benefit rate, overhead, operating margin and profit and is subject to annual review. Subconsultant Costs are actual costs incurred times a factor of 1.00. Actual costs shall be based on billing rates for required labor classifications. Other Direct Costs are actual costs incurred for travel outside of Tampa Bay area, printing, copying, long distance telephone calls, etc., times a factor of 1.00. Method `B" — Lump Sum — Compensation in the form of "lump sum" for all work associated with a Work Order or task and shall be determined by mutual agreement between the ENGINEER and the City. The lump sum amount shall be negotiated based upon the Work Order scope of services and approved by both the City and the ENGINEER. Hourly Rates - The estimated hourly rates below represent 2015 costs and categories. Periodic changes are anticipated and modification can be made annually upon City and ENGINEER review. (Note: All rates are hourly salary) Exh. B — Page 1 CITY OF CLEARWATER ENGINEER OF RECORD RFQ 34 -15 2015 DIRECT HOURLY RATES ENGINEER OF RECORD: Tetra Tech, Inc. Job Classification Minimum Rate hour) Typical Maximum Senior Vice President 80.00 88.00 90.00 Vice President /Officer -in- Charge 75.00 83.00 85.00 Senior Project Manager /Group Manager 54.00 73.00 79.00 Project Manager /Associate Principal 39.00 55.00 60.00 Construction Manager 38.00 52.00 56.00 Construction Engineer 30.00 40.00 44.00 Senior Engineer /Scientist 51.00 70.00 76.00 Engineer /Scientist (III -IV) 44.00 52.00 53.00 Engineer /Scientist (I -III) 28.00 41.00 44.00 Planner Landscape Architect Field Technician 18.00 25.00 28.00 Senior Designer 29.00 38.00 41.00 Drafter /CADD Operator 22.00 29.00 32.00 Operations Specialist Fiscal /Accounting 14.00 21.00 24.00 Administrative /Clerical 17.00 28.00 32.00 MULTIPLIER: 3.1 Exh. B - Page 2 EXHIBIT "C" SCRUTINIZED COMPANIES AND BUSINESS OPERATIONS WITH CUBA AND SYRIA CERTIFICATION FORM The affiant, by virtue of the signature below, certifies that: 1. The vendor, company, individual, principal, subsidiary, affiliate, or owner is aware of the requirements of section 287.135, Florida Statutes, regarding companies on the Scrutinized Companies with Activities in Sudan List, the Scrutinized Companies with Activities in the Iran Petroleum Energy Sector List, or engaging in business operations in Cuba and Syria; and 2. The vendor, company, individual, principal, subsidiary, affiliate, or owner is eligible to participate in this solicitation and is not listed on either the Scrutinized Companies with Activities in Sudan List, the Scrutinized Companies with Activities in the Iran Petroleum Sector List, or engaged in business operations in Cuba and Syria; and 3. Business Operations means, for purposes specifically related to Cuba or Syria, engaging in commerce in any form in Cuba or Syria, including, but not limited to, acquiring, developing, maintaining, owning, selling, possessing, leasing or operating equipment, facilities, personnel, products, services, personal property, real property, military equipment, or any other apparatus of business or commerce; and 4. If awarded the Contract (or Agreement), the vendor, company, individual, principal, subsidiary, affiliate, or owner will immediately notify the City of Clearwater in writing, no later than five (5) calendar days after any of its principals are placed on the Scrutinized Companies with Activities in Sudan List, the Scrutinized Companies with Activities in the Iran Petroleum Sector List, or engages in business operations in Cuba and Syria. STATE OF Fl of c 0. Autho zed Signature Printecllllame ; L S IrGC _ r c— . Name of Entity /Corporation COUNTY OF 0 fcx.eTi ¢, The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me on this 19 day of 3-- t4 , 20 lS, by OO v. f-D, (name of person whose signature is Wing notarized) as the V 1 <<_' y-c_s 10a - \- (title) of T e,••‘-rte T.e.C-% Zh C . (name of corporation/entity), personally known to me as described herein , or produced a (type of identification) as identification, and who did/did not take an oath. 1 ' " L SUSAN CRUZ MY COMMISSION # EE 203420 7 . - .a; EXPIRES: May 30, 2016 0s Bonded Thru Notary Public Undenwiters My Commission Expires: rn(ks/ 'd NOTARY SEAL ABOVE l Notary ublic L i U S0.", CVIATZ- Printed Name Exh. C — Page 1 Cover Memo City of Clearwater City Hall 112 S. Osceola Avenue Clearwater, FL 33756 File Number: ID#18-4317 Agenda Date: 3/1/2018 Status: Consent AgendaVersion: 1 File Type: Action ItemIn Control: Engineering Department Agenda Number: 7.8 SUBJECT/RECOMMENDATION: Award a construction contract to Kloote Contracting, Inc., of Palm Harbor, Florida, for the Reclaimed Water Booster Pump Station Chlorine Feed System Improvements Project (16-0001-UT) in the amount of $1,071,642.00; approve Supplemental Two Work Order to Engineer of Record (EOR) Tetra Tech, Inc., of Tampa, FL, in the amount of $143,565 and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent) SUMMARY: The City’s three reclaimed water booster pumping facilities (identified as Drew Street, Union Street and Skycrest) experience ongoing issues with the sodium hypochlorite feed systems and maintaining steady chlorine residual at the desired set point concentration. This project is intended to improve each facilities’ chlorine feed and control system by installing a new static inline mixer and flow meter, in addition to other miscellaneous related piping modifications. April 21, 2016, City Council approved the initial design work order to EOR Tetra Tech, Inc. in the amount of $99,980. February 1, 2018, City Manager approved Supplemental One work order for additional design modifications in the amount of $9,763. Supplemental Two work order is for inspection and engineering services during construction for a total work order value of $253,308. Two bids were received, Kloote Contracting Inc. was the lowest responsible bidder in the amount of $1,071,642. After comparing and evaluating the bids, EOR Tetra Tech, Inc. recommends awarding the contract to Kloote Contracting Inc. It is anticipated construction will be completed within 300 consecutive calendar days from Notice to Proceed. The City of Clearwater’s Public Utilities Department is responsible for owning, operating and maintaining the City’s reclaimed water booster pump stations. APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT: 0382-96654-561300-535-000-0000 $ 143,565 0382-96654-563800-535-000-0000 $1,071,642 Resolution 17-10 was passed on March 16, 2017, establishing the City’s intent to reimburse certain project costs incurred with future tax-exempt financing. The projects identified with 2018 revenue bonds as a funding source were included in the project list associated with Resolution Page 1 City of Clearwater Printed on 2/28/2018 File Number: ID#18-4317 17-10. A first quarter budget amendment will transfer $700,000 of budget, only, from bond project 0382-96212, Sanitary Sewer Upgrades Improvements, to 0382-96654, Facilities Upgrade and Improvements. Interim financing or funding with 2018 Water and Sewer Revenue bond proceeds when issued is available in bond project 0382-96654, Facilities Upgrade and Improvements, in the amount of $515,207 to fund the project. 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Myrtle Ave, Clearwater, FL 33756Ph: (727)562-4750, Fax: (727)526-4755www.MyClearwater.com SKYCRESTFACILITY CRM JK N.T.S.XXX xx-xx-xx11-08-2017Map Gen By:Reviewed By:S-T-R:Grid #:Date:Scale: RECLAIMED WATER BOOSTER PUMP STATIONCHLORINE FEED SYSTEM IMPROVEMENTS16-0001-UT Document Path: V:\GIS\Engineering\Location Maps\RCW_Booster_PumpStation13.mxd UNION ST.FACILITY DREW ST.FACILITY ITEM DESCRIPTION UNIT ESTIMATED QUANTITY UNIT PRICE AMOUNT UNIT PRICE AMOUNT 1 Mobilization and Demobilization LS 1 92,165.00$ 92,165.00$ 6,000.00$ 6,000.00$ 2 General Requirements LS 1 86,770.00$ 86,770.00$ 126,000.00$ 126,000.00$ 3 Chemical Storage and Feed System LS 1 125,160.00$ 125,160.00$ 122,000.00$ 122,000.00$ 4 Process Piping, Valves and Supports LS 1 453,812.00$ 453,812.00$ 367,000.00$ 367,000.00$ 5 Electrical and Instrumentation LS 1 176,000.00$ 176,000.00$ 227,000.00$ 227,000.00$ 6 All Other Work Not Included in Line Items 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 to Construct the Pump Station Improvements for Skycrest, Drew Street and Union Street Pump Stationd LS 1 40,313.00$ 40,313.00$ 215,000.00$ 215,000.00$ Subtotal 974,220.00$ 1,063,000.00$ 7 Contingency 10%LS 1 97,422.00$ 97,422.00$ 106,300.00$ 106,300.00$ Grand Total 1,071,642.00$ 1,169,300.00$ SECTION V Page 15 of 16 Updated: 10/16/2017 Reclaimed Water Booster Pump Station Chlorine Feed System Improvements (16-0001-UT) Bid Proposal Kloote Contracting, Inc. 2423 Pinnacle Ct. N. Palm Harbor, FL 34682 TLC Diversified Inc. 2719 17th St. E Palmetto, FL 34221 THE BIDDER'S GRAND TOTAL ABOVE IS HIS TOTAL BID BASED ON HIS UNIT PRICES AND LUMP SUM PRICES AND THE ESTIMATED QUANTITIES REQUIRED FOR EACH SECTION. THIS FIGURE IS FOR INFORMATION ONLY AT THE TIME OF OPENING BIDS. THE CITY WILL MAKE THE TABULATION FROM THE UNIT PRICES AND LUMP SUM PRICE BID. IF THERE IS AN ERROR IN THE TOTAL BY THE BIDDER, IT SHALL BE CHANGES AS ONLY THE UNIT PRICES AND LUMP SUM PRICES GOVERN. WORK ORDER INITIATION FORM 1 of 9 Revised: 7/3/2017 Tetra Tech, Inc. SUPPLEMENTAL WORK ORDER INITIATION FORM for the CITY OF CLEARWATER Date: February 6, 2018 Consultant Project Number: ___________ City Project Number: 16-0001-UT City Plan Set Number: ___________ 1. PROJECT TITLE: Reclaimed Water Booster Pump Stations Chlorine Feed System Improvements – Construction Engineering and Inspection (CEI) Services 2. SCOPE OF SERVICES: The city of Clearwater (city) is constructing improvements to the chlorination systems at the city’s three (3) reclaimed water pumping stations (Skycrest, Union and Drew Street). The work includes modifying piping at the facilities, adding a new inline static mixer and replacing the existing sodium hypochlorite storage, injection and residual monitoring facilities to improve the automated operational reliability at the stations. The improvements will allow the city to institute automated operation of supplemental chlorine feed systems at each facility. The city has requested Tetra Tech, Inc. (Engineer) to provide a scope of services for construction engineering and inspection (CEI) services for this work. Tetra Tech’s scope for CEI is as follows: CEI Resident Project Representative In order to better ensure that the Project is constructed in accordance with the Contract Documents, the Engineer will provide the services of a CEI Resident Project Representative (RPR) throughout the duration of construction. It is anticipated that such services will be provided over a ten (10) month period. The total active onsite construction observation hours are estimated to be 560 hours and are calculated as follows: • The project construction period is 10 months to final completion. Active onsite construction will occur at Skycrest, Union and Drew Street Reclaimed Water Booster Pump Stations and is WORK ORDER INITIATION FORM 2 of 9 Revised: 7/3/2017 estimated to be 6 months (26 weeks) with an estimated 3 months of equipment lead time and 1 month buffer. The time provided herein is estimated based on an assumed active onsite construction oversight of 5 months (22 weeks) and 24 hours per week (528 hours). For the remaining 1 month (4 weeks) of onsite construction, the active onsite construction services are estimated at 8 hours per week (32 hours). • The Contractor will only be allowed to have one (1) reclaimed water pump station off-line at a time, unless otherwise directed by the city. The role of the RPR, and limitations of the RPR's responsibilities, are set forth below: 1. The RPR will be the Engineer's agent or employee and under the Engineer's supervision and may act on the Engineer's behalf as directed by the Engineer and may carry out any activities designated herewith for Construction Phase engineering services. Accordingly, the Engineer will provide the services of a RPR at the site to assist the Engineer and to provide more continuous observation of such work and observe the project as a whole. 2. The purpose of representation by the RPR at the site will be to enable the Engineer to better carry out the scope and the duties and responsibilities assigned to and undertaken by the Engineer during the Construction Phase, and, in addition, by exercise of the Engineer's efforts as an experienced and qualified design professional, to provide the city with a greater degree of confidence that the completed work of the Contractor will conform generally to the Contract Documents and that the integrity of the design concept as reflected in the Contract Documents has been implemented and preserved by the Contractor. On the other hand, the Engineer or RPR shall not, during such visits or as a result of such observations of the Contractor's work in progress, supervise, direct or have control over the Contractor's work nor shall the Engineer have authority over or responsibility for the means, methods, techniques, sequences or procedures of construction selected by the Contractor, for safety precautions and programs incident to the work of the Contractor or for any failure of the Contractor to comply with laws, rules, regulations, ordinances, codes or orders applicable to the Contractor furnishing and performing work. 3. The RPR shall keep the city informed of the progress of the Project as a whole and shall file a daily construction report. 4. The RPR may disapprove of or reject Contractor's work while it is in progress if the Engineer believes that such work will not produce a completed Project that conforms generally to the Contract Documents or that it will prejudice the integrity of the design concept of the Project as reflected in the Contract Documents. 5. The RPR shall consult with the Engineer and shall issue necessary interpretations and clarifications to the Contract Documents and prepare work directive changes and change orders as required. WORK ORDER INITIATION FORM 3 of 9 Revised: 7/3/2017 6. The RPR shall act on the Engineer's behalf and shall observe testing and inspections as the Engineer deems necessary. Inspections, testing, and approvals shall be as required by laws, rules, regulations, ordinances, codes, orders or the Contract Documents (but only to determine generally that their content complies with the requirements of, and the results certified indicate compliance with the Contract Documents) 7. The RPR shall review work daily and shall inform the Engineer of percent complete based on the project Schedule of Values or appropriate unit prices, and the Contract Documents for review of payment applications. The Engineer shall as a qualified design professional, provide final written recommendation of payment for each pay period. The RPR shall assist the Engineer to assure that the quality of such work is generally in accordance with the intent established in the Contract Documents. By recommending any payment, the Engineer will not thereby be deemed to have represented that exhaustive, continuous or detailed reviews or examinations have been made by the Engineer to check the quality or quantity of Contractor's work as it is furnished and performed beyond the responsibilities specifically assigned to the Engineer in the Contract Documents. The Engineer's review of Contractor's work for the purposes of recommending payments will not impose on the Engineer's responsibility to supervise, direct or control such work or for the means, methods, techniques, sequences, or procedures of construction or safety precautions or programs or Contractor's compliance with laws, rules, regulations, ordinances, codes or orders applicable to furnishing and performing the work. It will also not impose responsibility on the Engineer to make any examination to ascertain how or for what purposes the Contractor has used the moneys paid on account of the Contract Price, or to determine that title to any of the work, materials or equipment has passed to the city free and clear of any lien, claims, security interests or encumbrances, or that there may not be other matters at issue between the city and the Contractor that might affect the amount that should be paid. 8. The RPR shall conduct inspections to assist the Engineer in determining if the work is substantially complete and a final inspection to determine if the completed work is acceptable so that the Engineer may recommend, in writing, final payment to Contractor and may give written notice to the city and the Contractor that the work is acceptable, but any such recommendation and notice will be subject to the limitations expressed above and the General Conditions of the Contract Documents. 9. The RPR and/or the Engineer shall not be responsible for the acts or omissions of the Contractor, or of any subcontractor or supplier, or any of the Contractor's subcontractor's or supplier's agents or employees or any other persons (except the Engineer's own employees and agents) at the site or otherwise furnishing or performing any of the Contractor's work; however, nothing contained in paragraphs above inclusive, shall be construed to release the Engineer from liability for failure to properly perform duties and responsibilities assumed by the Engineer in the Contract Documents. 10. The RPR shall facilitate the exchange of documents and other necessary information between the city, the Engineer, and the Contractor. WORK ORDER INITIATION FORM 4 of 9 Revised: 7/3/2017 CONSTRUCTION PHASE SERVICES During the construction phase, Tetra Tech (Engineer) will complete the following tasks: 1. A health and safety plan will be prepared, submitted, and approved by the City Project Manager prior to mobilizing to each site. 2. Prepare for and attend one (1) preconstruction conference. Tetra Tech will record and distribute the meeting minutes. 3. Attend 10 monthly progress meetings for the contracted construction period of 10 months. Tetra Tech will record and distribute the meeting minutes. 4. Provide CEI Resident Project Representative (RPR) as described above to observe construction of the project, coordinate construction activities with the Contractor, document project progress and conduct progress meetings. The contracted construction period is 10 months. The total active onsite construction observation hours are estimated to be 560 hours. 5. Provide interpretation or clarification of the design documents when requested. 6. Review shop drawings and other submittals, including operation and maintenance (O&M) manuals, up to two (2) times per submittal for general conformance with the Contract Documents. The Contract Documents will require the Contractor to pay for additional reviews, if necessary. 7. Review test reports for soils, concrete and other materials. 8. Review applications for payment and the accompanying data and schedule, determine the amounts owed to the Contractor and advise the city of the recommended payments. 9. Evaluate any claims made by the Contractor and prepare change orders as required. 10. Conduct one (1) substantial completion site visit at each reclaimed water pump station (Skycrest, Union and Drew Street) to determine if the project has been completed in accordance with the Contract Documents and develop a punch list of items to be corrected by the Contractor. Conduct one (1) final completion inspection at each site to determine if the punch list items have been completed. Hours are estimated based on each site being inspected when completed. WORK ORDER INITIATION FORM 5 of 9 Revised: 7/3/2017 11. Observe start-up testing of major equipment. 12. Attend the city’s Planning and Development Department’s building inspection of each site for Certificate of Occupancy (CO) issuance. 13. Prepare record drawings, incorporating changes made during construction based on record information furnished by the Contractor and provide one (1) compact disk with an electronic version in PDF-format of the documents to the city and in ACAD format. 14. Preparation of a project dossier that includes all of the construction documentation, including files of correspondence, meeting minutes, Contract Documents, Change Orders, Field Orders, RFIs, Work Change Directives, Addenda, additional Drawings issued subsequent to the execution of the Contract, progress reports, Shop Drawing and Progress submittals, regulatory correspondence and other Project-related documents. At the conclusion of the project, ENGINEER will combine this information into a project dossier and submit to the City for review and comment. The project dossier will be submitted electronically on CD/DVD ROM. We have budgeted for up to one round of City review and comment. 3. PROJECT GOALS: The following work products will be delivered to the city as part of this project: • Project Dossier • Project completion certification • Record Drawings 4. BUDGET: See Attachment “B” This price includes all labor and expenses anticipated to be incurred by Tetra Tech, Inc. for the completion of these tasks in accordance with Professional Services Method “A” – Cost Times Multiplier Basis, for a fee not to exceed One Hundred Forty-Three Thousand Five Hundred Sixty-Five Dollars ($143,565.00). 5. SCHEDULE: Project construction is scheduled to be completed within 10 months from issuance of notice-to- proceed. The record drawings are scheduled to be completed within two (2) months of construction completion. 6. STAFF ASSIGNMENT: City’s Staff: Jeff Walker, PE - Project Manager WORK ORDER INITIATION FORM 6 of 9 Revised: 7/3/2017 Jason Jennings - Public Utilities Liaison Mike Flanagan - Public Utilities Site Representative Jeremy J. Brown, PE - Utilities Engineering Manager Richard G. Gardner, PE - Public Utilities Assistant Director Consultant: Emilie Moore, PE – Project Manager Phil Walker, PE – Project Engineer Matt Azarian, EI – Project Engineer Amal Yelkur, EI – Electrical/I&C Engineer 7. CORRESPONDENCE/REPORTING PROCEDURES: ENGINEER’s project correspondence shall be directed to Emilie Moore, PE. All City project correspondence shall be directed to Jeff Walker, PE, with copies to the Utilities Engineering Manager and Public Utilities Assistant Director. ENGINEER shall provide a minimum of forty-eight (48) hours’ notice prior to conducting fieldwork/site visits. ENGINEER shall provide a minimum of seven (7) days notification for site visits requiring the assistance of City personnel. ENGINEER acknowledges that all City directives shall be provided by the City Project Manager. A health and safety plan must be submitted and approved by the Project Manager prior to conducting any fieldwork/site visits. In addition to the original copies delivered as stated in the scope of work, all project deliverables will be submitted in electronic format on CD or other City approved device prior to approval of final invoice. 8. INVOICING/FUNDING PROCEDURES: For work performed, invoices shall be submitted monthly to the City of Clearwater, Engineering Department, Attn.: Veronica Josef, Senior Staff Assistant, PO Box 4748, Clearwater, Florida 33758-4748. City Invoicing Code: 0382-96654-561300-535-000-0000 9. INVOICING PROCEEDURES At a minimum, in addition to the invoice amount(s) the following information shall be provided on all invoices submitted on the Work Order: A. Project Number, Purchase Order Number and Contract Amount. B. The time period (begin and end date) covered by the invoice. C. A short narrative summary of activities completed in the time period D. Contract billing method – Lump Sum or Cost Times Multiplier WORK ORDER INITIATION FORM 7 of 9 Revised: 7/3/2017 E. If Lump Sum, the percent completion, amount due, previous amount earned and total earned to date for all tasks (direct costs, if any, shall be included in lump sum amount). F. If Cost Times Multiplier, hours, hourly rates, names of individuals being billed, amount due, previous amount earned, total earned to date for each task and other direct costs (receipts will be required for any single item with a cost of $50 or greater or cumulative monthly expenses greater than $100). G. If the Work Order is funded by multiple funding codes, an itemization of tasks and invoice amounts by funding code. 10. SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS: The consultant named above is required to comply with Section 119.0701, Florida Statutes (2013) where applicable. PREPARED BY: APPROVED BY: ________________________ ________________________ Emilie A. Moore, PE, PMP D. Scott Rice, PE Sr. Project Manager City Engineer Tetra Tech, Inc. City of Clearwater ___________________ ___________________ Date Date Attachment “A” WORK ORDER INITIATION FORM 8 of 9 Revised: 7/3/2017 CITY OF CLEARWATER ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT WORK ORDER INITIATION FORM CITY DELIVERABLES 1. FORMAT The design plans shall be compiled utilizing the following methods: 1. City of Clearwater CAD standards. 2. Datum: Horizontal and Vertical datum shall be referenced to North American Vertical Datum of 1988 (vertical) and North American Datum of 1983/90 (horizontal). The unit of measurement shall be the United States Foot. Any deviation from this datum will not be accepted unless reviewed by City of Clearwater Engineering/Geographic Technology Division. 2. DELIVERABLES The design plans shall be produced on bond material, 24" x 36" at a scale of 1" = 20’ unless approved otherwise. Upon completion the consultant shall deliver all drawing files in digital format with all project data in Autodesk Civil 3D file format. If not available Land Desktop files are still acceptable, however the City or Clearwater is currently phasing out Land Desktop. NOTE: If approved deviation from Clearwater CAD standards are used the Consultant shall include all necessary information to aid in manipulating the drawings including either PCP, CTB file or pen schedule for plotting. The drawing file shall include only authorized fonts, shapes, line types or other attributes contained in the standard release of Autodesk, Inc. software. All block references and references contained within the drawing file shall be included. Please address any questions regarding format to Mr. Tom Mahony, at (727) 562 4762 or email address Tom.Mahony@myClearwater.com. All electronic files (CAD and Specification files) must be delivered upon completion of project or with 100% plan submittal to City of Clearwater. Attachment “B” WORK ORDER INITIATION FORM 9 of 9 Revised: 7/3/2017 Supplemental Work Order Reclaimed Water Booster Pumping Stations Construction Engineering and Inspection (CEI) Services Tetra Tech, Inc. WORK ORDER INITIATION FORM PROJECT BUDGET Task Description Subconsultant Services Labor Total 1.0 Construction Phase Services (T&M, NTE) 1.1 Health and Safety Plan $2,834 $2,834 1.2 Preconstruction Conference (1) / Prepare Summary $2,182 $2,182 1.3 Monthly Progress Meetings (10) / Prepare Summary $9,286 $9,286 1.4 Construction Observation (560 hours total) $66,934 $66,934 1.5 Design Documents Clarification $9,398 $9,398 1.6 Shop Drawings / Submittals Reviews $11,917 $11,917 1.7 Review Test Reports $3,690 $3,690 1.8 Review Applications for Payment $4,622 $4,622 1.9 Evaluate Contractor Claims $3,314 $3,314 1.10 Conduct Substantial and Final Completion Inspections $6,210 $6,210 1.11 Observe Major Equipment Start Up $5,526 $5,526 1.12 Building Inspection Certification $2,026 $2,026 1.13 Prepare Record Drawings $7,628 $7,628 1.14 Prepare Project Dossier $7,998 $7,998 Grand Total $143,565 SECTION V – Contract Documents SECTION V Page i Updated: 10/16/2017 SECTION V CONTRACT DOCUMENTS Table of Contents PUBLIC CONSTRUCTION BOND ......................................................................................................... 1 CONTRACT ................................................................................................................................................ 3 CONSENT OF SURETY TO FINAL PAYMENT .................................................................................. 7 PROPOSAL/BID BOND ............................................................................................................................ 8 AFFIDAVIT ................................................................................................................................................ 9 NON COLLUSION AFFIDAVIT............................................................................................................ 10 PROPOSAL ............................................................................................................................................... 11 CITY OF CLEARWATER ADDENDUM SHEET ............................................................................... 13 BIDDER’S PROPOSAL ........................................................................................................................... 14 SCRUTINIZED COMPANIES AND BUSINESS OPERATIONS WITH CUBA AND SYRIA CERTIFICATION FORM ....................................................................................................................... 15 SECTION V – Contract Documents SECTION V Page 1 of 16 Updated: 10/16/2017 Bond No.:________________ PUBLIC CONSTRUCTION BOND (1) This bond is given to comply with § 255.05, Florida Statutes, and any action instituted by a claimant under this bond for payment must be in accordance with the notice and time limitation provisions in subsections (2) and (10). Pursuant to § 255.05(1)(b), Florida Statutes, “Before commencing the work or before recommencing the work after a default or abandonment, the contractor shall provide to the public entity a certified copy of the recorded bond. Notwithstanding the terms of the contract or any other law governing prompt payment for construction services, the public entity may not make a payment to the contractor until the contractor has complied with this paragraph.” CONTRACTOR SURETY OWNER Kloote Contracting, Inc.[name] 2423 Pinnacle Ct. N. Palm Harbor, FL [principal business address] [phone number] City of Clearwater Engineering Dept. 100 S. Myrtle Avenue Clearwater, FL 33756 (727) 562-4747 PROJECT NAME: RECLAIMED WATER BOOSTER PUMP STATION CHLORINE FEED SYSTEM IMPROVMENTS PROJECT NO.: 16-0001-UT PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Modifications and improvements to the existing chlorine injection and chlorine residual monitoring facilities to improve the automated operational reliability at the Skycrest, Drew St., and Union St. Reclaimed Water Pump Stations. BY THIS BOND, We, __________________________________, as Contractor, and __________________________________________________, a corporation, as Surety, are bound to the City of Clearwater, Florida, herein called Owner, in the sum of $1,071,642.00, for payment of which we bind ourselves, our heirs, personal representatives, successors, and assigns, jointly and severally. THE CONDITION OF THIS BOND is that if Contractor: 1. Performs the contract dated _________________, between Contractor and Owner for construction of RECLAIMED WATER BOOSTER PUMP STATION CHLORINE FEED SYSTEM IMPROVMENTS, the contract documents being made a part of this bond by reference (which include the Advertisement for Bids, Proposal, Contract, Surety Bond, Instructions to Bidders, General Conditions, Plans, Technical Specifications and Appendix, and such alterations as may be made in said Plans and Specifications as therein provided for), at the times and in the manner prescribed in the contract; and SECTION V – Contract Documents SECTION V Page 2 of 16 Updated: 10/16/2017 2. Promptly makes payments to all claimants, as defined in Section 255.05(1), Florida Statutes, supplying Contractor with labor, materials, or supplies, used directly or indirectly by Contractor in the prosecution of the work provided for in the contract; and Bond No.:________________ PUBLIC CONSTRUCTION BOND (2) 3. Pays Owner all losses, damages, expenses, costs, and attorney’s fees, including appellate proceedings, that Owner sustains because of a default by Contractor under the contract; and 4. To the limits of § 725.06(2), Florida Statutes, shall indemnify and hold harmless Owner, their officers and employees, from liabilities, damages, losses and costs, including, but not limited to, reasonable attorney’s fees, to the extent caused by the negligence, recklessness, or intentional wrongful misconduct of Contractor and persons employed or utilized by Contractor in the performance of the construction contract; and 5. Performs the guarantee of all work and materials furnished under the contract for the time specified in the contract, then this bond is void; otherwise it remains in full force. 6. Any action instituted by a claimant under this bond for payment must be in accordance with the notice and time limitation provisions in Section 255.05(2), Florida Statutes. 7. Any changes in or under the contract documents and compliance or noncompliance with any formalities connected with the contract or the changes does not affect Surety’s obligation under this bond, and Surety does hereby waive notice of any such change, extension of time, alteration or addition to the terms of the contract or to the work or to the specifications. IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, witness the hands and seals of the parties hereto this __________ day of ________________, 20___. (If sole Ownership or Partnership, two (2) Witnesses required). (If Corporation, Secretary only will attest and affix seal). Kloote Contracting, Inc. By: ____________________________ Title: ____________________________ Print Name: ____________________________ WITNESS: WITNESS: _______________________________________ _______________________________________ Corporate Secretary or Witness Print Name: ____________________________ Print Name: _____________________________ (affix corporate seal)_______________________________________ (Corporate Surety) By: _________________________________ ATTORNEY-IN-FACT Print Name: ___________________________ (affix corporate seal) (Power of Attorney must be attached) SECTION V – Contract Documents SECTION V Page 3 of 16 Updated: 10/16/2017 CONTRACT (1) This CONTRACT made and entered into this ___ day of ____________, 20___ by and between the City of Clearwater, Florida, a municipal corporation, hereinafter designated as the "City", and _____________________________________, of the City of ____________________ County of __________________________ and State of Florida, hereinafter designated as the "Contractor". Or, if out of state: This CONTRACT made and entered into this ___ day of ____________, 20___ by and between the City of Clearwater, Florida, a municipal corporation, hereinafter designated as the "City", and _____________________________________, a/an _____________(State) Corporation authorized to do business in the State of Florida, of the City of ____________________ County of __________________________ and State of ____________, hereinafter designated as the "Contractor". WITNESSETH: That the parties to this contract each in consideration of the undertakings, promises and agreements on the part of the other herein contained, do hereby undertake, promise and agree as follows: The Contractor, and his or its successors, assigns, executors or administrators, in consideration of the sums of money as herein after set forth to be paid by the City and to the Contractor, shall and will at their own cost and expense perform all labor, furnish all materials, tools and equipment for the following: PROJECT NAME: RECLAIMED WATER BOOSTER PUMP STATION CHLORINE FEED SYSTEM IMPROVMENTS PROJECT NO.: 16-0001-UT in the amount of $ 1,071,642.00 In accordance with such proposal and technical supplemental specifications and such other special provisions and drawings, if any, which will be submitted by the City, together with any advertisement, instructions to bidders, general conditions, technical specifications, proposal and bond, which may be hereto attached, and any drawings if any, which may be herein referred to, are hereby made a part of this contract, and all of said work to be performed and completed by the contractor and its successors and assigns shall be fully completed in a good and workmanlike manner to the satisfaction of the City. If the Contractor should fail to comply with any of the terms, conditions, provisions or stipulations as contained herein within the time specified for completion of the work to be performed by the Contractor, then the City, may at its option, avail itself of any or all remedies provided on its behalf and shall have the right to proceed to complete such work as Contractor is obligated to perform in accordance with the provisions as contained herein. SECTION V – Contract Documents SECTION V Page 4 of 16 Updated: 10/16/2017 CONTRACT (2) THE CONTRACTOR AND HIS OR ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS DOES HEREBY AGREE TO ASSUME THE DEFENSE OF ANY LEGAL ACTION WHICH MAY BE BROUGHT AGAINST THE CITY AS A RESULT OF THE CONTRACTOR'S ACTIVITIES ARISING OUT OF THIS CONTRACT AND FURTHERMORE, IN CONSIDERATION OF THE TERMS, STIPULATIONS AND CONDITIONS AS CONTAINED HEREIN, AGREES TO HOLD THE CITY FREE AND HARMLESS FROM ANY AND ALL CLAIMS FOR DAMAGES, COSTS OF SUITS, JUDGMENTS OR DECREES RESULTING FROM ANY CLAIMS MADE UNDER THIS CONTRACT AGAINST THE CITY OR THE CONTRACTOR OR THE CONTRACTOR'S SUB CONTRACTORS, AGENTS, SERVANTS OR EMPLOYEES RESULTING FROM ACTIVITIES BY THE AFOREMENTIONED CONTRACTOR, SUB CONTRACTOR, AGENT SERVANTS OR EMPLOYEES, TO THE LIMITS OF § 725.06(2). In addition to the foregoing provisions, the Contractor agrees to conform to the following requirements: In connection with the performance of work under this contract, the Contractor agrees not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, sex, religion, color, or national origin. The aforesaid provision shall include, but not be limited to, the following: employment, upgrading, demotion, or transfer; recruitment or recruitment advertising; lay off or termination; rates of pay or other forms of compensation; and selection for training, including apprenticeship. The Contractor agrees to post hereafter in conspicuous places, available for employees or applicants for employment, notices to be provided by the contracting officer setting forth the provisions of the non discrimination clause. The Contractor further agrees to insert the foregoing provisions in all contracts hereunder, including contracts or agreements with labor unions and/or worker's representatives, except sub contractors for standard commercial supplies or raw materials. It is mutually agreed between the parties hereto that time is of the essence of this contract, and in the event that the work to be performed by the Contractor is not completed within the time stipulated herein, it is then further agreed that the City may deduct from such sums or compensation as may be due to the Contractor the sum of $1,000.00 per day for each day that the work to be performed by the Contractor remains incomplete beyond the time limit specified herein, which sum of $1,000.00 per day shall only and solely represent damages which the City has sustained by reason of the failure of the Contractor to complete the work within the time stipulated, it being further agreed that this sum is not to be construed as a penalty but is only to be construed as liquidated damages for failure of the Contractor to complete and perform all work within the time period as specified in this contract. It is further mutually agreed between the City and the Contractor that if, any time after the execution of this contract and the public construction bond which is attached hereto for the faithful performance of the terms and conditions as contained herein by the Contractor, that the City shall at any time deem the surety or sureties upon such public construction bond to be unsatisfactory or if, for any reason, the said bond ceases to be adequate in amount to cover the performance of the work the Contractor shall, at his or its own expense, within ten (10) days after receipt of written notice from the City to do so, furnish an additional bond or bonds in such term and amounts and with such surety or sureties as shall be satisfactory to the City. If such an event occurs, no further payment shall be made to the Contractor under the terms and provisions of this contract until such new or additional security bond guaranteeing the faithful performance of the work under the terms hereof shall be completed and furnished to the City in a form satisfactory to it. SECTION V – Contract Documents SECTION V Page 5 of 16 Updated: 10/16/2017 CONTRACT (3) In addition to all other contract requirements as provided by law, the contractor executing this agreement agrees to comply with public records law. IF THE CONTRACTOR HAS QUESTIONS REGARDING THE APPLICATION OF CHAPTER 119, FLORIDA STATUTES, THE CONTRACTORS DUTY TO PROVIDE PUBLIC RECORDS RELATING TO THIS CONTRACT. CONTACT THE CUSTODIAN OF PUBLIC RECORDS AT 727-562-4092, Rosemarie.Call@myclearwater.com, 112 S. Osceola Ave., Clearwater, FL 33756 The contractor’s agreement to comply with public records law applies specifically to: a)Keep and maintain public records required by the City of Clearwater (hereinafter “public agency”) to perform the service being provided by the contractor hereunder. b)Upon request from the public agency’s custodian of public records, provide the public agency with a copy of the requested records or allow the records to be inspected or copied within a reasonable time at a cost that does not exceed the cost provided for in Chapter 119, Florida Statutes, as may be amended from time to time, or as otherwise provided by law. c)Ensure that the public records that are exempt or confidential and exempt from public records disclosure requirements are not disclosed except as authorized by law for the duration of the contract term and following completion of the contract if the contractor does not transfer the records to the public agency. d)Upon completion of the contract , transfer, at no cost, to the public agency all public records in possession of the contractor or keep and maintain public records required by the public agency to perform the service. If the contractor transfers all public records to the public agency upon completion of the contract, the contractor shall destroy any duplicate public records that are exempt or confidential and exempt from public records disclosure requirements. If the contractor keeps and maintains public records upon completion of the contract, the contractor shall meet all applicable requirements for retaining public records. All records stored electronically must be provided to the public agency, upon request from the public agency’s custodian of public records, in a format that is compatible with the information technology systems of the public agency. e)A request to inspect or copy public records relating to a public agency’s contract for services must be made directly to the public agency. If the public agency does not possess the requested records, the public agency shall immediately notify the contractor of the request and the contractor must provide the records to the public agency or allow the records to be inspected or copied within a reasonable time. f)The contractor hereby acknowledges and agrees that if the contractor does not comply with the public agency’s request for records, the public agency shall enforce the contract provisions in accordance with the contract. g)A contractor who fails to provide the public records to the public agency within a reasonable time may be subject to penalties under Section 119.10, Florida Statutes. h)If a civil action is filed against a contractor to compel production of public records relating to a public agency’s contract for services, the court shall assess and award against the contractor the reasonable costs of enforcement, including reasonable attorney fees, if: SECTION V – Contract Documents SECTION V Page 6 of 16 Updated: 10/16/2017 CONTRACT (4) 1. The court determines that the contractor unlawfully refused to comply with the public records request within a reasonable time; and 2. At least 8 business days before filing the action, the plaintiff provided written notice of the public records request, including a statement that the contractor has not complied with the request, to the public agency and to the contractor. i) A notice complies with subparagraph (h)2. if it is sent to the public agency’s custodian of public records and to the contractor at the contractor’s address listed on its contract with the public agency or to the contractor’s registered agent. Such notices must be sent by common carrier delivery service or by registered, Global Express Guaranteed, or certified mail, with postage or shipping paid by the sender and with evidence of delivery, which may be in an electronic format. j) A contractor who complies with a public records request within 8 business days after the notice is sent is not liable for the reasonable costs of enforcement. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties to the agreement have hereunto set their hands and seals and have executed this Agreement, the day and year first above written. CITY OF CLEARWATER IN PINELLAS COUNTY, FLORIDA By: __________________________________ (SEAL) William B. Horne, II City Manager Attest: Countersigned: __________________________________________ Rosemarie Call City Clerk By: __________________________________ Approved as to form: George N. Cretekos, Mayor __________________________________________ Assistant City Attorney Contractor must indicate whether: ______ Corporation, ______ Partnership, ______ Company, or ______ Individual __________________________________________ (Contractor) By: _________________________ (SEAL) Print Name: ________________________________ Title: _____________________________________ The person signing shall, in his own handwriting, sign the Principal's name, his own name, and his title; where the person is signing for a Corporation, he must, by Affidavit, show his authority to bind the Corporation – provide Affidavit. Cover Memo City of Clearwater City Hall 112 S. Osceola Avenue Clearwater, FL 33756 File Number: ID#18-4318 Agenda Date: 3/1/2018 Status: Consent AgendaVersion: 1 File Type: Action ItemIn Control: Engineering Department Agenda Number: 7.9 SUBJECT/RECOMMENDATION: Accept a Sidewalk Easement over portions of Lot 31 (609 North Garden Avenue) and Lot 42 (611 Spruce Avenue), of G.L. Bidwells Oakwood Addition to Clearwater, Florida, conveyed to the City by the Property Owner and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent) SUMMARY: The City partnered with Habitat for Humanity of Pinellas County for the acquisition of land and construction of twelve single family homes, to be sold to income-qualifying families. These twelve lots are bound by North Garden Avenue to the west, Eldridge Street to the north, Blanche B Littlejohn Trail to the east and Maple Street to the south. This Sidewalk Easement will support the construction of sidewalks as part of this Habitat for Humanity project. Page 1 City of Clearwater Printed on 2/28/2018 EXHIBIT A East 10’ of Thornton Road EXHIBIT A EXHIBIT B EXHIBIT B DREW ST VINE AVE N MYRTLE AVE N GARDEN AVE JONES ST SEMINOLE ST N OSCEOLA AVE ELDRIDGE ST N FORT HARRISON AVE LAURA ST PENNSYLVANIA AVE HART ST CED AR ST BLANCHE B LITTLEJOHN TRL METTO ST LA SALLE ST PLAZA ST PALMETTO ST ENGMAN ST SPRUCE AVE JURGENS ST N EAST AVEHENDRICKS ST GROVE ST NICHOLSON ST PALM BLUFF ST MAPLE ST WATTERSON AVE FERN AVE KNIGHTS ALYBIDWELL ST GEO RGIA ST SPRING CT N OSCEOLA AVE PALM BLUFF ST LAURA ST LOCATION MAP ²Prepared by:Engineering DepartmentGeographic Technology Division100 S. Myrtle Ave, Clearwater, FL 33756Ph: (727)562-4750, Fax: (727)526-4755www.MyClearwater.com EASEMENTLOCATIONS CRM JB N.T.S.277 B 09-29-1512-13-2017Map Gen B y:Reviewed By:S-T-R:Grid #:Date:Scale: SIDEWALK EASEM ENTS611 SPRUCE AVE. & 609 N. GARDEN AVE. Document Path: V:\GIS\Engineering\Location Maps\Sidewalk Easements Spruce_Garden .mxd EASEMENTLOCATIONS C.S.X.RAILROADCLEARWATERHARBORCOACHMANPARK Cover Memo City of Clearwater City Hall 112 S. Osceola Avenue Clearwater, FL 33756 File Number: ID#18-4333 Agenda Date: 3/1/2018 Status: Consent AgendaVersion: 1 File Type: Action ItemIn Control: Solid Waste/General Services Agenda Number: 7.10 SUBJECT/RECOMMENDATION: Approve the award of Invitation to Bid 13-18 to Equipco Manufacturing, Inc., of Miami, FL, in the annual amount of $100,000 for the purchase of front load containers, effective for a one-year term with two, one-year renewal terms at the City’s option, in accordance with Code of Ordinances, Section 2.561, Purchases over $50,000; and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent) SUMMARY: The City of Clearwater’s Solid Waste Department collects waste from commercial customers in front load containers. Although repairs are performed on the containers, occasional replacement may be necessary. This contract is for the purchase of new and replacement front load containers. In January 2018, the Purchasing Department issued Invitation to Bid 13-18 for front load containers. Four bids were received, with one deemed non-responsive to the bid. Equipco Manufacturing Inc. was the lowest bidder offering all types and sizes of the front load containers we require. One other bidder offered lower prices for several items but did not bid the entire list of ten containers. Due to full truckload shipment requirements it would be problematic to manage multiple vendors and meet order minimums for these items that are ordered as needed. APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT: Funding for this contract is available in capital improvement project 315-96444, Commercial Container Acquisition. USE OF RESERVE FUNDS: N/A Page 1 City of Clearwater Printed on 2/28/2018 CITY OF CLEARWATER ITB # 13-18, Front Load Containers NOTE: Highlighted Cell indicates a calculation correction. DUE DATE: February 1, 2018; 10:00 AM BID TABULATION Item No. Description Est. Quantity EA Unit Price (UOM) Total Price Unit Price (UOM) Total Price Unit Price (UOM) Total Price 1 Two (2) cubic yard – slant top 28 $556.00 $ 15,568.00 $355.00 $ 9,940.00 $367.50 $ 10,290.00 2 Three (3) cubic yard – slant top 11 $640.00 $ 7,040.00 $403.00 $ 4,433.00 $438.90 $ 4,827.90 3 Three (3) cubic yard – straight top 4 $640.00 $ 2,560.00 $403.00 $ 1,612.00 No Bid $ - 4 Four (4) cubic yard – slant top 35 $683.00 $ 23,905.00 $516.00 $ 18,060.00 $492.45 $ 17,235.75 5 Four (4) cubic yard – straight top 4 $700.00 $ 2,800.00 $516.00 $ 2,064.00 No Bid $ - 6 Four (4) cubic yard – box with doors 6 $840.00 $ 5,040.00 $545.00 $ 3,270.00 No Bid $ - 7 Six (6) cubic yard – slant top 17 $826.00 $ 14,042.00 $774.25 $ 13,162.25 $637.35 $ 10,834.95 8 Six (6) cubic yard – box with doors 7 $816.00 $ 5,712.00 $791.25 $ 5,538.75 $714.00 $ 4,998.00 9 Eight (8) cubic yard – slant top 22 $904.00 $ 19,888.00 $797.25 $ 17,539.50 $747.60 $ 16,447.20 10 Eight (8) cubic yard – box with doors 6 $894.00 $ 5,364.00 $817.25 $ 4,903.50 $807.45 $ 4,844.70 Total Bid Items 1 – 10: $ 101,919.00 Total Bid Items 1 – 10: $ 80,523.00 Total Bid Items 1 – 10: $ 69,478.50 Wastequip Mfg Company, LLCBakers Waste Equipment Equipco Mfg Page 1 of 2 CITY OF CLEARWATER ITB # 13-18, Front Load Containers NOTE: Highlighted Cell indicates a calculation correction. DUE DATE: February 1, 2018; 10:00 AM BID TABULATION Wastequip Mfg Company, LLCBakers Waste Equipment Equipco Mfg *price difference of $490.00 Page 2 of 2 Cover Memo City of Clearwater City Hall 112 S. Osceola Avenue Clearwater, FL 33756 File Number: ID#18-4338 Agenda Date: 3/1/2018 Status: Consent AgendaVersion: 2 File Type: Action ItemIn Control: Official Records & Legislative Services Agenda Number: 7.11 SUBJECT/RECOMMENDATION: Reappoint Jennifer Barbaro to the Public Art and Design Board as the Clearwater Arts Alliance, Inc. representative with a term to expire March 31, 2022 and appoint Neale Stralow, with a term to expire February 28, 2022, and Michael Potts, with a term to expire March 31, 2022, to the Public Art and Design Board. (consent) SUMMARY: APPOINTMENT WORKSHEET BOARD: Public Art and Design Board TERM: 4 years APPOINTED BY: City Council FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE: Not Required RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT: City of Clearwater resident except for the Clearwater Arts Alliance, Inc., formerly, Clearwater Arts Foundation, and the Pinellas County Arts Council representatives MEMBERS: 7 Liaison: Parks & Recreation CHAIRPERSON: Alex Plisko, Jr. MEETING DATE: Quarterly - January, March, June, Sep. TIME/PLACE: Chambers APPOINTMENTS NEEDED: 3 THE FOLLOWING BOARD MEMBER(S) HAVE TERMS WHICH EXPIRE ON FEBRUARY 28, 2018 AND MARCH 31, 2018 AND NOW REQUIRE EITHER REAPPOINTMENT FOR A NEW TERM OR REPLACEMENT BY A NEW APPOINTEE. 1. Neale A. Stralow - 2257 Bascom Way - Urban Planner/Landscape Architect Original Appointment: 4/18/13 (2 Absences in the last year) Interest in reappointment: Yes (currently serving 1st term to expire 2/28/18) (Citizen) 2. Jennifer Barbaro - 2180 Louisa Drive, Belleair Beach, FL 33786 - BFA Art & Fashion Page 1 City of Clearwater Printed on 2/28/2018 File Number: ID#18-4338 Original Appointment: 2/2/17 (2 Absences in the last year) Interest in reappointment: Yes (currently filling unexpired term until 3/31/18) (Clearwater Arts Alliance, Inc.) 3. Alex Plisko, Jr. - 2358 Barkwood Pass, 33763 - Architect Original Appointment: 4/6/06 (1 Absence in the last year) Interest in reappointment: Yes (currently serving 3rd term to expire 3/31/18) (Architect) THE FOLLOWING NAMES ARE BEING SUBMITTED FOR CONSIDERATION TO FILL ONE OF THE ABOVE VACANCIES, EXCEPT FOR THE CLEARWATER ARTS ALLIANCE, INC. REP. 1. Jonathan Barnes - 1613 Maple St., 33765 - Humanities and Fine Arts 2. Bruce Dennis - 1851 Glenville, 33765 - Housing Mgt./BS Business Adm. 3. Laurie Meggesin - 1600 Walnut St, 33755 - Former Atty/Consulting 4. Michael Potts - 1155 Jackson Rd., 33755 - General Contractor/Inspector Zip codes of current members: 1 - 33713 1 - 33761 1 - 33763 1 - 33764 2 - 33765 1 - 33786 Current Categories: 1 Architect; 1 Artist - Art Business Owner; 3 Citizens; 1 Pinellas County Arts Council; 1 Clearwater Arts Alliance, Inc. Page 2 City of Clearwater Printed on 2/28/2018 CITY OF CLEARWATER - APPLICATION FOR ADVISORY BOARDS must be Clearwater resident) Please type or print clearly. Name: Neale A. Stralow Home Address: Office Address: 2257 Bascom Way, Clearwater, FL 777 S. Harbour Island Blvd. - Suite 600, Tampa, FL Telephone: (727) 669 -5554 Zip 33602 Zip 33602 Telephone: (813) 223 -9500 Cell Phone: Email Address: (813) 220 -3237 How long a resident of Clearwater? 20+ years Occupation: Landscape Architect Employer: Stantec Field of Education: Bachelors of Landscape Architecture Other Work Experience: Florida Registered Landscape Architect - LA0001639 University of Illinois American Institute of Certified Planners - #014068 If retired, former occupation: Community Activities: Clearwater High School - CAICC Program Advisor, past PTA President, past Varsity Baseball, Marching Band booster organization officer Other Interests: Board Service (current and past): Board Preference: Public Art & Design (2013 to present) Public Art & Design Additional Comments: Signature: Neale A Stralow Dae:201801.19065840 Stralow 0' Date: January 18, 2018 See attached list for boards that require financial disclosure at time of appointment. Please return this application and board questionnaire to the Official Records & Legislative Services Department, P. O. Box 4748, Clearwater, FL 33758 -4748, or drop off your application at City Hall, 2nd Floor, 112 S. Osceola Avenue. Note: For boards requiring Clearwater residency, this application must be accompanied by a copy of one of the following: Current voter registration within city limits Valid current Florida Drivers' License issued to an address within city limits Declaration of Domicile filed with the city clerk affirming residency within city 19 Z0i$ OFFICIAL RECORDS AND LEGISLATIVE SRVCS DEPT. BOARD QUESTIONNAIRE 1. What is your understanding of the board's duties and responsibilities? To provide review and comment to staff on the City's public art program. 2. Have you ever observed a board meeting either in person or on the City's TV station C -View? Yes 3. What background and /or qualifications do you have that you feel would qualify you to serve on this Board? I am a Florida Registered Landscape Architect and certified Urban Planner. I routinely work with multi - disciplinary design teams delivering new construction. 4. Why do you want to serve on this Board? I want to provide professional insights and be involved in my local community's efforts to provide public realm enhancements. Name: Neale A. Stralow Board Name: Public Art & Design CITY OF CLEARWATER - APPLICATION FOR ADVISORY BOARDS Please type or print clearly Name: Jennifer Barbaro Home Address: 2180 Louisa Drive, Belleair Beach, FL Zip 33786 Office Address: 1211 Hamlet Avenue, Studio D, Clearwater, FL Zip 33756 Telephone: Telephone: 310 - 721 -4374 Cell Phone: 310 - 721 -4374 E -mail Address: hbnb @aol.com How long a resident of Clearwater? Business resident for almost four years Occupation: Film Producer /Director, Photographer, Mixed Media Artist Field of Education: Other Work Experience: MFA Communications & Film CEO HBNB Productions, Inc. Marketing, promotions, film production BFA Art & Fashion President Barbaro -Gould Foundation Inc. (not for profit for global art sharing) If retired, former occupation: Community Activities: Vice President Clearwater arts Alliance, SAG union member, Member Florida Creative Photographers, Member Greater Belleair Young Womens Society, Member Belleair Country Club, Member Clearwater Yacht Club, Volunteer City of IRB holiday events, Member Dali, Member SP MFA, Friend of Music /Contributor Ruth Eckerd Hall Other Interests: Theatre, Public Art, Photography, Film, Painting, Women's issues Board Service (current and past): HBNB Productions, Inc. The Barbaro -Gould Foundation, Inc. Clearwater Arts Alliance Additional Comments: Board Preference: Public Art and Design Advisory Board Signature: Date: REC IVED 02017 OFFICIAL RECORDS AND LEGISLATIVE SRVCS DEPT 01/08/2017 See attached list for boards that require financial disclosure at time of appointment. Please return this application and board questionnaire to the Official Records & Legislative Services Department, P. O. Box 4748, Clearwater, FL 33758 -4748, or drop off your application at City Hall, 2nd Floor, 112 S. Osceola Avenue. Note: For boards requiring Clearwater residency, this application must be accompanied by a copy of one of the following: Current voter registration within city limits Valid current Florida Drivers' License issued to an address within city limits Declaration of Domicile filed with the city clerk affirming residency within city limits BOARD QUESTIONNAIRE 1. What is your understanding of the board's duties and responsibilities? To act as a Selection Panel and assist with selecting site installation with project architect s and artists to review installation area; To encourage commitment between business /new architecture and public art To help manage and utilize the public art budget to provide the maximum public art exposure for Clearwater To create and put out opportunities for artists through Call to Artists that integrate with community needs to set projects, timelines, and completion dates for public art to select and review potential sites for artwork; 2. Have you ever observed a board meeting either in person or on C -View, the City's TV station? Yes 3. What background and /or qualifications do you have that you feel would qualify you to serve on this Board? 1 have dedicated the majority of my life to the arts. I serve on several boards for the arts currently, am an artist myself, am passionate about public art and community access to public art and the importance of the presence of art in and for the community. I hold an MFA and a BFA. I recently sat on a panel with Christopher Hubbard and Laura Canary, among others, to aid in art selection for the fence banner now across from Nature's food patch. I am the current Vice President of the Clearwater Arts Alliance 4. Why do you want to serve on this Board? In addition to being passionate about public art and design, I feel it is important that Clearwater Arts Alliance and the various public art boards in Clearwater maintain close relationships and work together to better serve the Clearwater Community in the realm of arts. Name: Jennifer Barbaro Board Name: Public Art and Design Advisory Board CITY OF CLEARWATER - APPLICATION FOR ADVISORY BOARDS must be Clearwater resident) Please type or print clearly. Name: ALEX PLISKO Home Address: Office Address: 2358 BARKWOOD PASS 800 DREW STREET Zip 3373375J Zip 3373375 Telephone: Telephone: 727 -442 -7200 Cell Phone: 727- 804 -6000 Email Address: ARCHPLISKO @GMAIL.COM How long a resident of Clearwater? 44 YEARS Occupation: ARCHITECT Employer: PLISKO ARCHITECTURE PA Field of Education: Other Work Experience: ARCHITECTURE If retired, former occupation: Community Activities: Other Interests: Board Service (current and past): PUBLIC ART AND DESIGN BOARD Additional Comments: Board Preference: PUBLIC ART AND DESIGN BOARD Signature: Alex Plisko Digitally signed by Alex Plisko Date: 2018.02.13 15:01:24 - 05'00' Date: 02 -13 -18 See attached list for boards that require financial disclosure at time of appointment. Please return this application and board questionnaire to the Official Records & Legislative Services Department, P. O. Box 4748, Clearwater, FL 33758 -4748, or drop off your application at City Hall, 2nd Floor, 112 S. Osceola Avenue. Note: For boards requiring Clearwater residency, this application must be accompanied by a copy of one of the following: \ oCurrentvoterregistrationwithincitylimitsRECEIY E Valid current Florida Drivers' License issued to an address within city limits Declaration of Domicile filed with the city clerk affirming residency within city limits 2018 OFFICIAL RECORDS AND LEGISLATIVE SRVCS DEPT. BOARD QUESTIONNAIRE 1. What is your understanding of the board's duties and responsibilities? I HAVE BEEN ON PUBLIC ART AND DESIGN BOARD FOR 7 YEARS. CHAIRMAN FOR LAST 4 YEARS. 2. Have you ever observed a board meeting either in person or on the City's TV station C -View? 3. What background and /or qualifications do you have that you feel would qualify you to serve on this Board? 4. Why do you want to serve on this Board? WANT TO CONTINUE THE WORK OF THE BOARD ENHANCING PUBLIC ART IN THE CITY OF CLEARWATER. Name: ALEX PLISKO Board Name: PUBLIC ART AND DESIGN BOARD CITY OF CLEARWATER - APPLICATION FOR ADVISORY BOARDS must be Clearwater resident) Please type or print clearly. Name: Jonathan Barnes Home Address: 1613 Maple St. Clearwater Zip 33765 Office Address: 2465 Drew St. Clearwater Zip 33765 Telephone: 727 631 7095 Telephone: 727 631 7095 Cell Phone: 727 631 7095 Email Address: jonathanbarnes101 @gmail.com How long a resident of Clearwater? 7 years Occupation: Department chair of humanities and fine arts Employer: St. Petersburg College Field of Education: Other Work Experience: Masters of Fine Arts in Ceramics Teaching lab specialist for Fine Arts at SPC BA in Graphic Design Assistant Manager at Bass Pro Shops Orlando (Fly Fishing), If retired, former occupation: Community Activities: Empty Bowls Fund raiser for RCS Pinellas, Contributing Artist for Martinis and Matisse (Clearwater Free Clinic) Other Interests: Art, fishing, cycling, brewing beer, woodwork, Board Service (current and past): Board Preference: Public Art and Design Advisory Board Municipal Code Enforcement Board Additional Comments: Thank you for your consideration, I love living in Clearwater, and would love to help steer the city to become an arts destination as St. Petersburg has done. Signature:jonathan Digitally signed by jonathan Date: 2018.01.02 13:29:19 - 0500' Date: 1 /2/2018 See attached list for boards that require financial disclosure at time of appointment. Please return this application and board questionnaire to the Official Records & Legislative Services Department, P. O. Box 4748, Clearwater, FL 33758 -4748, or drop off your application at City Hall, 2nd Floor, 112 S. Osceola Avenue. Note: For boards requiring Clearwater residency, this application must be accompanied by a copy of one of the following: RECEIVEDCurrentvoterregistrationwithincitylimitsC Valid current Florida Drivers' License issued to an address within city limits Declaration of Domicile filed with the city clerk affirming residency within city 1iris ' 2818 OFFICIAL RECORDS ANDLEGISLATIVESRVCSDEPT. BOARD QUESTIONNAIRE 1. What is your understanding of the board's duties and responsibilities? Attend meetings and help to develop guidelines, procedures for public art and make recommendations to the arts council. 2. Have you ever observed a board meeting either in person or on the City's TV station C -View? no. 3. What background and /or qualifications do you have that you feel would qualify you to serve on this Board? I have been a practicing studio artist since 2005 and an arts educator since 2006. have a background in both studio art and design, my area of emphasis is ceramics, however I have a vast working knowledge of both 2D and 3D art making. 4. Why do you want to serve on this Board? As a resident of the city of Clearwater, it would be nice to be actively involved development of public art and art programming for the city of Clearwater. I have watched St. Petersburg turn into a true arts destination, and would love to see Clearwater become the same. Name: Jonathan Barnes Board Name: Public Art and Design Advisory Board CITY OF CLEARWATER - APPLICATION FOR ADVISORY BOARDS must be Clearwater resident) Please type or print clearly. Name: Bruce Dennis Home Address: 1851 glenville, Clwr Telephone: 727 688 7171 Zip 33765 Cell Phone: How long a resident of Clearwater? 15 yrs Office Address: Telephone: Zip 33765 Email Address: bdennis3 @yahoo.com Occupation: Property ownership /management Employer: self Field of Education: Masters in Finance, liberal arts If retired, former occupation: Other Work Experience: Community Activities: I am trying to be involved in more of them. Other Interests: Board Service (current and past): Board Preference: Clwr Homeless Intervention Project hA. LI i c Ail' 4 Dc-s i jrl Z- 0-fA RCS CTE, San jose based org Additional Comments: Signature: Bruce Dennis n. . ou Date: See attached list for boards that require financial disclosure at time of appointment. Please return this application and board questionnaire to the Official Records & Legislative Services Department, P. O. Box 4748, Clearwater, FL 33758 -4748, or drop off your application at City Hall, 2nd Floor, 112 S. Osceola Avenue. Note: For boards requiring Clearwater residency, this application must be accompanied by a copy ofoneofthefollowing: Current voter registration within city limits RECEIVEValidcurrentFloridaDrivers' License issued to an address within city limits Declaration of Domicile filed with the city clerk affirming residency within city limits 1 0 2017 OFFICIAL RECORDS AND LEGISLATIVE SRVCS Uc i. BOARD QUESTIONNAIRE 1. What is your understanding of the board's duties and responsibilities? Do what is best for City re exhibiting, allowing, endorsing art that is consistent w/ overall plan(s), tasteful and affordable(if relevant). 2. Have you ever observed a board meeting either in person or on the City's TV station C -View? Y 3. What background and /or qualifications do you have that you feel would qualify you to serve on this Board? For many years, I have been evaluating and collecting art, of many different media. 4. Why do you want to serve on this Board? I am interested in serving my community, enhancing it's attractiveness and supporting the machine(s) that help it thrive. Name: Board Name: CITY OF CLEARWATER - APPLICATION FOR ADVISORY BOARDS must be Clearwater resident) Please type or print clearly. Name: Laurie Meggesin Home Address: Office Address: 1600 Walnut St., Clearwater 4202 E. Fowler Ave, Tampa, ALN 185 Zip 33620 Zip 33620 Telephone: 727 - 488 -8877 Telephone: 813- 974 -3897 Cell Phone:727- 488 -8877 Email Address: laurie.meggesin @gmail.com How long a resident of Clearwater? 12 years Occupation: Executive Director Employer: Florida College Access Network/USF Field of Education: JD, University of Texas School of Law Graduate Certificate Nonprofit Management, USF Other Work Experience: Attorney /Shareholder, Baron & Budd, P.C. Nonproft program management If retired, former occupation: N/A Community Activities: Currently, FCAN leadership role keeps me busy! In my 4.5 years at helm of FCAN, my team has catalyzed communities to build collective impact coalitions that now represent almost 80% of Florida's population. Other Interests: Accessible community art, environmental issues, walkable /bikable communities Board Service (current and past): Board Preference: Texas Law Fellowships, Inc. (past president, VP) SER -Jobs for Progress, Inc. Additional Comments: Public Art and Design Board Date: 1 -9 -18 See attached list for boards that require financial disclosure at time of appointment. Please return this application and board questionnaire to the Official Records & Legislative Services Department, P. O. Box 4748, Clearwater, FL 33758 -4748, or drop off your application at City Hall, 2nd Floor, 112 S. Osceola Avenue. Note: For boards requiring Clearwater residency, this application must be accompanied by a copy of one of the following: Current voter registration within city limits EDRECEIVValidcurrentFloridaDrivers' License issued to an address within city limits RECEIVEDR- 3' Declaration of Domicile filed with the city clerk affirming residency within city limitssAN 10 2018 OFFICIAL RECORDS AND LEGISLATIVE SRVCS DEPT. BOARD QUESTIONNAIRE 1. What is your understanding of the board's duties and responsibilities? As described in Division 11 of Sec. 5 -101 et seq of the Community Development Code, board members will administer the city's art and design program, including preparing a master plan with city staff and ensuring appropriate community participation and public education activities. My experience in community engagement will serve this role well. 2. Have you ever observed a board meeting either in person or on the City's TV station C -View? Yes 1 What background and/or qualifications do you have that you feel would qualify you to serve on this Board? As a licensed attorney for over 20 years, 1 understand the roles and responsibilities of board functions. As a recent student of the Graduate Nonprofit Management Program through the USF School of Public Affairs (affiliated with the MPA program), I am familiar with the role and importance of citizen engagement for building vibrant cities. I love (and collect) art and am familiar with the work of local artists. 4. Why do you want to serve on this Board? I have long wanted to become engaged in activities supporting our city. I am particularly interested in serving on this board, as I believe in the value of public art in enhancing our city's quality of life. Engaging Clearwater residents' involvement in public arts activities further enriches our city and citizenry. Name:Laurie Meggesin Board Name: Public Art & Design Board CITY OF CLEARWATER - APPLICATION FOR ADVISORY BOARDS must be Clearwater resident) Please type or print clearly. Name: Michael Potts Home Address: 1155 Jackson Road Clearwater Florida Zip 33755 Telephone: 727-224 -0837 Cell Phone: 727-224 -0837 How long a resident of Clearwater? 30 + years Occupation: General Contractor Property Inspector Field of Education: Structural Engineer Office Address: 1155 Jackson Road Clearwater Florida Zip 33755 Telephone: 727 -224 -0837 Email Address: 727- 224 -0837 Employer: Affordable Inspections of Tampa Bay Other Work Experience: Built the tallest building in Clearwater General Contractor, Property Inspection Built the largest structure in Tampa If retired, former occupation: "Never" Community Activities: St. Cecelia Church Youth leader, Suncoast Federal Credit Union Board Member Habitat for Humanity Contributor , Paint Tampa Bay, Coach Wrestling Other Interests: Commercial, Industrial and Residential Property Inspector. Beautiful Enviroment Board Service (current and past): Neighborhood &Affordable Housing Suncoast Credit Union Board Member MSU - Spartan Florida Alumni Fund Additional Comments: Board Preference: en ever possible - contribute a sustainable energy efficient and healthy envi •m'jt for * LL to enjoy. Signature: See attached list for bo application and board que Clearwater, FL 33758 -474 RECEIVED Date: 1-1 1-2018 JAN 12 2018 OFFICIAL RECORDS AND rds that require financial disclosure at time of appoloCiffiKNEFNewg mailign this ti•nnaire to the Official Records & Legislative Services Department, P. O. Box 4748, or drop off your application at City Hall, 2nd Floor, 112 S. Osceola Avenue. Note: For boards requiring Clearwater residency, this application must be accompanied by a copy of one of the following: Current voter registration within city limits Valid current Florida Drivers' License issued to an address within city limits Declaration of Domicile filed with the city clerk affirming residency within city limits BOARD QUESTIONNAIRE 1. What is your understanding of the board's duties and responsibilities? Contribute and understand the City's Art environment. Evaluate City Programs and budget for providing an Artful) environment enhance all cultures and peoples love for the Great City of Clearwater and its residents and visitors. 2. Have you ever observed a board meeting either in person or on the City's TV station C -View? Yes 3. What background and /or qualifications do you have that you feel would qualify you to serve on this Board? Suncoast Federal Credit Union Advisory Board Local " Clearwater Business Owner " 30 years Florida Lic General Contractor and Structural Engineer. 4. Why do you want to serve on this Board? Provide quality time and advisory to my Community. " To make a positive difference to my community" Provide positive evaluations and opinions to the City Manager" and Council Real Business Solutions to enhance the prosperous growth and a picturesque environment. Name: Michael Potts Board Name: Public Art and Design oard Cover Memo City of Clearwater City Hall 112 S. Osceola Avenue Clearwater, FL 33756 File Number: 9103-18 2nd rdg Agenda Date: 3/1/2018 Status: Second ReadingVersion: 1 File Type: OrdinanceIn Control: Legal Department Agenda Number: 8.1 SUBJECT/RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Ordinance 9103-18 on second reading making amendments to the Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan repealing and replacing Chapters 1-3 which update goals, objectives and policies; increasing density and intensity and revise height; modifying Character District boundaries; and expanding the Old Bay Character District boundaries northward. SUMMARY: APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT: USE OF RESERVE FUNDS: Page 1 City of Clearwater Printed on 2/28/2018 MOTION TO AMEND ORDINANCE NO. 9103-18 ON SECOND READING On page 8 of Exhibit A, amend 2018 Downtown Plan Update text to update the total acreage in the Downtown Planning Area to include the additional parcels incorporated into the Proposed Old Bay Expansion area, and to provide explanation of said addition of parcels as follows: * * * * * * * * More specifically, the 2018 update will expand the Old Bay Character District to include 9.671 acres that were included in the study area of the North Marina Area Master Plan, but not in the Downtown Plan Area. and six contiguous parcels to the north to eliminate bifurcation of ownership, particularly along North Fort Harrison Avenue. The Old Bay expansion will increase the Downtown Planning Area from 545 acres to 555 556 acres. * * * * * * * * On page 9 of Exhibit A, revise Map 1.1 Proposed Expansion & New Districts, expanding the 2018 Proposed Expansion area to incorporate six contiguous parcels to the north, as follows: Motion to Amend Ordinance 9103‐18 on Second Reading 2 On page 12 of Exhibit A, amend The Planning Area text to update the total acreage to include the additional parcels incorporated into the Proposed Old Bay Expansion area as follows: The Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan currently governs 545 acres comprised of 2,374 parcels, however the proposed Old Bay Expansion area was included in the following analysis, bringing the total to 555 556 acres, as seen on Map 2.1. * * * * * * * * On page 13 of Exhibit A, revise Map 2.1 Downtown Plan Overview, expanding the Proposed Old Bay Expansion area to incorporate six contiguous parcels to the north, as follows: Motion to Amend Ordinance 9103‐18 on Second Reading 3 On page 14 of Exhibit A, revise Map 2.2 Future Land Use, expanding the Proposed Old Bay Expansion area to incorporate six contiguous parcels to the north, as follows: On page 15 of Exhibit A, revise Map 2.3 Zoning, expanding the Proposed Old Bay Expansion area to incorporate six contiguous parcels to the north, as follows: Motion to Amend Ordinance 9103‐18 on Second Reading 4 On page 16 of Exhibit A, revise Map 2.4 Existing Land Uses, expanding the Proposed Old Bay Expansion area to incorporate six contiguous parcels to the north, as follows: On page 20 of Exhibit A, revise Graph 2.1 Population to update the total population in Downtown and Old Bay based upon the inclusion of the additional parcels incorporated into the Proposed Old Bay Expansion area as follows: Motion to Amend Ordinance 9103‐18 on Second Reading 5 On page 21 of Exhibit A, revise Graph 2.4 Downtown Housing Stock to update the total number of units in Downtown based upon the inclusion of the additional parcels incorporated into the Proposed Old Bay Expansion area as follows: On page 34 of Exhibit A, revise Map 2.5 Traffic Control & Roadway Hierarchy, expanding the Proposed Old Bay Expansion area to incorporate six contiguous parcels to the north, as follows: Motion to Amend Ordinance 9103‐18 on Second Reading 6 On page 35 of Exhibit A, revise Map 2.6 PSTA Routes & Stops, expanding the Proposed Old Bay Expansion area to incorporate six contiguous parcels to the north, as follows: On page 37 of Exhibit A, revise Map 2.8 Public Recreation Facilities & Open Spaces, expanding the Proposed Old Bay Expansion area to incorporate six contiguous parcels to the north, as follows: Motion to Amend Ordinance 9103‐18 on Second Reading 7 On page 41 of Exhibit A, revise Map 2.9 Selected Downtown Investments, expanding the Proposed Old Bay Expansion area to incorporate six contiguous parcels to the north, as follows: On page 52 of Exhibit A, amend the Downtown Character Districts text to update the total acreage in Downtown to include the additional parcels incorporated into the Proposed Old Bay Expansion area, as follows: The Downtown Planning Area is 555 556 acres and contains several unique commercial areas and residential neighborhoods. * * * * * * * * On page 52 of Exhibit A, amend the Downtown Character Districts text to update the total acreage and number of parcels in the Proposed Old Bay Expansion area and to provide explanation of said addition of parcels, as follows: * * * * * * * * The 2018 update incorporates the goals and policies of several recently completed documents including the North Marina Area Master Plan, Imagine Clearwater and the East Gateway District Vision Plan. The North Marina Area Master Plan’s study area included the northern portion of the Old Bay Character District and 41 parcels (9.671 acres) to the north, outside of the District. The 2018 update includes an expansion of the Old Bay Character District and Downtown Planning Area to include these properties and six contiguous parcels to the north to eliminate bifurcation of ownership, particularly along North Fort Harrison Avenue. This brings the Old Bay Expansion area to 47 parcels (10.911 acres). * * * * * * * * Motion to Amend Ordinance 9103‐18 on Second Reading 8 On page 53 of Exhibit A, revise Map 3.1 Character Districts, expanding the Proposed Old Bay Expansion area to incorporate six contiguous parcels to the north, as follows: On page 60 of Exhibit A, revise Old Bay Character District inset map, expanding the Proposed Old Bay Expansion area to incorporate six contiguous parcels to the north, as follows: Motion to Amend Ordinance 9103‐18 on Second Reading 9 On page 60 of Exhibit A, amend Old Bay Character District text to update the total acreage and number of parcels in the Old Bay District to include the additional parcels incorporated into the Proposed Old Bay Expansion area as follows: The Old Bay District is generally bounded by Blanche B. Littlejohn Trail and Myrtle Avenue on the east, Clearwater Harbor on the west, Drew Street to the south, and Cedar Street to the north as illustrated above. Also illustrated above is the Old Bay expansion area outlined in black. There are 342 349 parcels totaling 95.4 96.6 acres of land within the District representing 17.2 % of the land area within the Downtown Plan Area. On page 82 of Exhibit A, revise Map 3.2 Maximum FAR, expanding the Old Bay Expansion Area to incorporate six contiguous parcels to the north, as follows: Motion to Amend Ordinance 9103‐18 on Second Reading 10 On page 83 of Exhibit A, revise Map 3.3 Maximum Density, expanding the Old Bay Expansion Area to incorporate six contiguous parcels to the north, as follows: On page 84 of Exhibit A, revise Map 3.4 Maximum Hotel Density, expanding the Old Bay Expansion area to incorporate six contiguous parcels to the north, as follows: Motion to Amend Ordinance 9103‐18 on Second Reading 11 On page 85 of Exhibit A, revise Map 3.5 Maximum Mixed-Use Density, expanding the Old Bay Expansion Area to incorporate six contiguous parcels to the north, as follows: On page 86 of Exhibit A, revise Map 3.6 Maximum Height, expanding the Old Bay Expansion Area to incorporate six contiguous parcels to the north, as follows: Motion to Amend Ordinance 9103‐18 on Second Reading 12 On page 100 of Exhibit A, revise Map 3.7 Future Public Recreation Facilities & Open Spaces, expanding the Proposed Old Bay Expansion area to incorporate six contiguous parcels to the north, as follows: On page 104 of Exhibit A, amend Future Regional Transit System text to clarify the corridor name as follows: The Tampa Bay Regional Transit Feasibility Plan is an effort to evaluate opportunities for premium transit within the urbanized areas of Pinellas, Hillsborough, and Pasco Counties and will identify projects that have the greatest potential to be funded by federal grants. The study has identified the Gulf to Bay/SR 60 transit corridor as one of the major corridors in the regional network. The final plan will also identify the best premium transit system to efficiently serve this corridor. On page 105 of Exhibit A, amend Capital Needs text to incorporate reference to Forward Pinellas as follows: A number of the recommendations outlined would require local capital project funding sources in order to be implemented, including the connection or expansion of bicycle and pedestrian networks, roadway improvements, and the Clearwater Intermodal Center. Some recommendations could be potentially funded with state or federal money, but others, specifically related to City-owned streets, would require City funding. The City should prioritize capital needs specified in this section and integrate them into the next Capital Improvement Plan. The City should also seek other funding resources to actively advance the City projects into MPO’s (Forward Pinellas) priority list for State and Federal funds. Motion to Amend Ordinance 9103‐18 on Second Reading 13 On page 104 of Exhibit A, insert a new section Waterborne Transportation, after the Trolley Services section to read as follows: Waterborne Transportation The City of Clearwater provides waterborne transportation service to residents, tourists, and employees through Clearwater Ferry Service, Inc. which connects the Downtown Harbor Marina, Clearwater Beach Marina, North Beach and Island Estates. Ferry service currently operates on one hour frequency. The Ferry’s ridership records for 2017 shows more than 70,000 riders from Downtown Clearwater to Clearwater Beach. This number is expected to grow in the coming years. Forward Pinellas has identified “Waterborne Transportation Priority Projects” on its Multimodal Priority List (2016/2017) and is currently evaluating waterborne operations to help facilitate a countywide framework to guide local governments in planning suitable waterborne facilities and aligning transportation networks. Clearwater has been a leader in this area. On page 109 of Exhibit A, revise Map 3.8 Street Classifications, expanding the Proposed Old Bay Expansion area to incorporate six contiguous parcels to the north, as follows: Motion to Amend Ordinance 9103‐18 on Second Reading 14 On page 124 of Exhibit A, insert caption to identify the sample monument graphic as follows: Gateway Monument On page 170 of Exhibit A, revise Table 3.B. Land Use Distribution by Character District to update the number of parcels and acres by land use for the Old Bay District to include the additional parcels incorporated into the Proposed Old Bay Expansion area, as follows: Motion to Amend Ordinance 9103‐18 on Second Reading 15 On page 172 of Exhibit A, revise Appendix Map 4.A 2000 Census Tracts & Block Groups, expanding the Proposed Old Bay Expansion area to incorporate six contiguous parcels to the north, as follows: On page 173 of Exhibit A, revise Appendix Map 4.B 2010 Census Tracts & Block Groups, expanding the Proposed Old Bay Expansion area to incorporate six contiguous parcels to the north, as follows: Motion to Amend Ordinance 9103‐18 on Second Reading 16 On page 175 of Exhibit A, revise Appendix Map 5.A Potable Water, expanding the Proposed Old Bay Expansion area to incorporate six contiguous parcels to the north, as follows: On page 176 of Exhibit A, revise Appendix Map 5.B Sanitary Sewer, expanding the Proposed Old Bay Expansion area to incorporate six contiguous parcels to the north, as follows: Motion to Amend Ordinance 9103‐18 on Second Reading 17 On page 177 of Exhibit A, revise Appendix Map 5.C Stormwater System, expanding the Proposed Old Bay Expansion area to incorporate six contiguous parcels to the north, as follows: On page 178 of Exhibit A, revise Appendix Map 5.D Reclaimed Water, expanding the Proposed Old Bay Expansion area to incorporate six contiguous parcels to the north, as follows: Motion to Amend Ordinance 9103‐18 on Second Reading 18 On page 179 of Exhibit A, revise Appendix Map 5.E Gas System, expanding the Proposed Old Bay Expansion area to incorporate six contiguous parcels to the north, as follows: Motion to Amend Ordinance 9103‐18 on Second Reading 19 On page 180 of Exhibit A, revise Appendix Map 5.F Downtown Trees, expanding the Proposed Old Bay Expansion area to incorporate six contiguous parcels to the north, as follows: ___________________________ Pamela K. Akin City Attorney February 13, 2018 ClearwaterDowntown Redevelopment PlanDRAFT: December 29, 2017City of Clearwater Planning & Development DepartmentA Special Area Plan & Community Redevelopment Plan for the City of Clearwater Cover Photo Source: Mike Sanders, Bayview Hotel & Capitol Theatre, 1935Chapter 1 - IntroductionPurpose of this PlanHistory of ClearwaterPlanning for DowntownChapter 2 - Existing ConditionsThe Planning AreaLand UseProperty Ownership & Tax ExemptionsHistoric ResourcesDemographicsInfrastructureTransportation & ParkingPublic Recreation Facilities & Open SpaceExisting Downtown Redevelopment ProgramsInvestment in DowntownChapter 3 - Land Use / Redevelopment PlanVision & Guiding PrinciplesGoals, Objectives & PoliciesDowntown Character DistrictsDowntown Core DistrictOld Bay DistrictSouth Gateway DistrictProspect Lake DistrictDowntown Gateway DistrictHousing & Neighborhood ElementFuture Public Recreation Facilities & Open SpaceFuture Transportation & ParkingMaster Streetscape PlanMaster Wayfinding Plan222412121218182024273839394444465254606872768898102106124Chapter 4 - Plan ImplementationIntroductionRelationship of Downtown Plan to Community Development CodePublic Amenities Incentive PoolDowntown StrategiesCaptial Improvement Plan (CIP)Redevelopment IncentivesTax Increment Revenue ProjectionsAppendicesAppendix 1 - Expanded CRA Legal DescriptionAppendix 2 - Downtown MilestonesAppendix 3 - Existing Land Use lassifications, Methodolgy and Distribution by Character DistrictAppendix 4 - Demographics Methodology and EstimatesAppendix 5 - Utilities MapsAppendix 6 - Community Redevelopment Area Boundaries and Periphery Plan MapAppendix 7 - Build-Out Scenarios (2004)Appendix 8 - Downtown-Gateway Action Plan128128128129130136144153166166167169171174181183185Contentsi Acknowledgements & AmendmentsCLEARWATER CITY COUNCILGeorge Cretekos, MayorHoyt Hamilton, Vice MayorDoreen CaudellBob CundiffBill JonsonCLEARWATER COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCYGeorge Cretekos, ChairDoreen Caudell, TrusteeBob Cundiff, TrusteeHoyt Hamilton, TrusteeBill Jonson, TrusteeCITY ADMINISTRATIONWilliam B. Horne II, City ManagerJill Silverboard, Deputy City ManagerMicah Maxwell, Assistant City ManagerPamela K. Akin, City AttorneyCOMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BOARDJohn Funk, ChairMichael Boutzoukas, Vice-ChairDavid E. AllbrittonChristopher AnuszkiewiczDarrell Michael FlaneryMary A. LauJohn QuattrockiCharles Reed Haydon, AlternatePLANNING & DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENTMichael Delk, AICP, DirectorGina L. Clayton, Assistant DirectorLauren Matzke, AICP, Long Range Planning ManagerEllen “Ella” Crandall, ISA Certified Arborist, Senior Planner, Project ManagerKyle Brotherton, Senior PlannerMark T. Parry, AICP, Senior PlannerZain Adam, Ph.D., PTP, Senior PlannerWith Assistance From:ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & HOUSING DEPARTMENTDenise Sanderson, DirectorCharles “Chuck” Lane, Assistant DirectorJoe Riddle, Housing ManagerCOMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY STAFFAnne Fogarty-France, Downtown ManagerLaura Canary, Economic Development CoordinatorAmendedNovember 20, 2003 Ordinance 7231-03November 4, 2004 Ordinance 7343-04February 3, 2005 Ordinance 7367-05January 15, 2009 Ordinance 8014-09September 9, 2010 Ordinance 8192-10June 1, 2016 Ordinance 8885-16Adopted: September 18, 2003; Ordinance 7153-03 Importance of Downtowns in the 21st CenturyI do not know what the future of downtown is, but here is what I am certain of:• If we are to have an effective environmental policy, downtowns are important.• If we are to have an effective transportation policy, downtowns are important.• If we are to have meaningful historic preservation, downtowns are important.•If we want Smart Growth, downtown are not only important but also irreplaceable.• If a local official wants to claim the treasured mantle of fiscal responsibility, downtown revitalization is imperative.•If we want to avoid Generica, downtown is essential to establish differentiation.• If the community is trying to compete in economic globalization without being swallowed by cultural globalization, downtown revitalization has to be central to the strategy.•If new businesses, innovative businesses, and creative businesses are going to be fostered and encouraged, a community will need a downtown where that can take place.• If we are able to have buildings with meanings, buildings with value, buildings with values, they will be downtown.• If we are to have public places of expressing, we need a downtown.• If a community is going to embrace diversity instead of hide from it, celebrate diversity instead of deny it, then that has to take place downtown, it ain’t gonna happen anywhere else.(Donovan Rypkema, Journal of the American Planning Association, Winter 2003. Photo Source: (Left) Mike Sanders, Cleveland Street Businesses, 1934IntroductionPurpose | History | Plan for Downtown Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan2 of 189 | December, 2017Chapter 1. IntroductionPURPOSE OF THIS PLANThis Plan lays the groundwork to reclaim Downtown as Clearwater’s historic urban core and heart of the City. The success and health of Downtown is directly linked to the health and success of the overall City. Downtown must be revitalized for the benefit of the whole city and all citizens. Public spaces and community gathering places are integral to strong communities, positive interaction and sense of place and pride. The residents of Clearwater will have an inviting Downtown that enhances their quality of life. Revitalizing Downtown is not looking to the past to duplicate how our forefathers utilized it, but building on our history to position Clearwater to meet future demands.This Plan serves as a Special Area Plan in accordance with the Countywide Rules of Pinellas County. As a Special Area Plan, this document is the land use plan for Downtown, guiding future development and redevelopment through goals, objectives and policies and by the establishment of development potential for five unique Character Districts. The Downtown Planning Area is delineated on the Countywide Plan Map as an Activity Center, and on the Transit Oriented Land Use Vision Map with the Special Center subcategory, a designation established in the updated Countywide Rules (adopted August 7, 2015) to recognize previously adopted Special Area Plans throughout Pinellas County. This Plan also serves as a Community Redevelopment Plan in accordance with Florida’s Community Redevelopment Act for a portion of the Downtown Planning Area. As a Community Redevelopment Plan, this document is the Capital Improvement Plan and also sets the policies that guide the future actions and projects of the City’s Community Redevelopment Agency. This Plan is implemented through the Community Development Code and its Downtown Zoning District and Development Standards. Quality urban design required by the Code is imperative to meeting the goals of this Plan.HISTORY OF CLEARWATERJohn Nolen Clearwater was one of the early Florida cities that recognized the need for a City plan, and in 1925 hired John Nolen, a nationally known planner, to prepare a plan for the City. Clearwater leaders determined that Nolen could provide the City with a competitive advantage: a comprehensive plan, a regional plan connecting the City with its environs, and a Downtown plan focused on the waterfront. Nolen’s 1926 plan was comprised of a Comprehensive City Plan and included a street thoroughfare system, locations of schools, playgrounds and parks, a civic center and Downtown business district as well as industrial areas north and south of Downtown. It also suggested rerouting the railroad tracks from Downtown to the east and establishing a regional rail system, development of an airport and cemetery, and establishment of zoning and subdivision controls. Many of Nolen’s concepts remain valid today, most importantly, the recognition of the waterfront as the City’s premier natural asset, the significance of Downtown as the center of the City, and a multi-faceted park system to serve all citizens. Growth of Florida The growth and changes in Clearwater over the years can be attributed to major events that had a similar effect in other Florida cities. Florida’s growth in the early 1800s had been primarily limited to the northern part of the State, with Pensacola, Tallahassee and St. Augustine being the main population centers. In 1842, the United States passed the Armed Occupation Act which granted 160 acres of land to any head of household or single man who would bear arms, live in Florida for five years and cultivate the land. This Act drew pioneers to settle the Clearwater area and central parts of Florida. During the decades of the 1880s and 1890s, the Victorian interest in healthful living enticed many tourists to Florida for the climate. The permanent population grew as many tourists made Clearwater their home. During this same time period, railroad expansion and the development of resort hotels in Florida cities accommodated tourists in fine style. In 1888, Russian immigrant Peter Demens completed the Orange Belt Railway through Clearwater, connecting St. Petersburg with Oakland, Florida, a distance of 117 miles. The Orange Belt Railway had railroad depots in both Clearwater and Palm Harbor. Henry Bradley Plant purchased Demens’ railway in 1897 and incorporated it into his existing railroad system which traversed the west coast of Florida. Due in part to the success of the 1888 Tampa Bay Hotel on the banks of the Hillsborough River, Plant decided to add another hotel to his Florida chain and selected the bluff in Belleair for the Belleview Biltmore Hotel. Opening in 1897 as the world’s largest occupied wooden structure, the Belleview Biltmore Hotel delivered its guests December, 2017 | 3 of 189Chapter 1. IntroductionPhoto Sources (Top to Bottom): Unknown, Postcard View, 1940s; Mike Sanders, Cleveland St. Army, 1940s; Unknown, Bank of Clearwater, 1940svia private railroad tracks directly to the plush hotel. The success of the Belleview Biltmore Hotel assisted in the growth of both Belleair and Clearwater.Florida Land Boom Clearwater experienced significant growth and public investments during the 1910s and 1920s. With the separation of the Pinellas Peninsula from Hillsborough County in 1912, Clearwater gained another distinction by becoming the seat of Pinellas County government. The first wooden courthouse constructed in 1912 was replaced by the 1917 courthouse at its current location on Fort Harrison Avenue at Court Street. Although a fire in 1910 destroyed significant parts of Downtown Clearwater, the City quickly rebuilt under strict building codes that required brick construction. Clearwater benefited from the Florida Land Boom during the 1920s, with the 1926 construction of the City’s first skyscraper, the Fort Harrison Hotel, the completion in 1927 of the Million Dollar Causeway from Downtown to Clearwater Beach and significant residential development on the mainland and the Beach. Unfortunately, like other Florida cities, Clearwater also suffered the economic difficulties of the Florida Bust and subsequent nationwide Great Depression beginning in 1929. During this difficult economic time, the federal government commissioned the construction of the main Post Office on Cleveland Street which was completed in 1933. This Mediterranean Revival style building still occupies a prominent location Downtown at the intersection of Cleveland Street and East Avenue. Post WWII Population Boom National events of the 1940s through the 1960s affected Clearwater in many ways. From the 1940s through the 1950s, World War II and its aftermath consumed the City and nation. In Clearwater and in much of Florida, the military activity assisted the local economy. Military personnel occupied the Belleview Biltmore and the Fort Harrison Hotels. After the war ended, Florida experienced a population boom, as did Clearwater. Another boon to Clearwater’s local economy during this time was the City’s selection as the spring training home of the Philadelphia Phillies baseball team in 1955. Also in the 1950s, the Chamber of Commerce started the Fun ‘N Sun Parade and Festival which originated as a tourist draw and now provides recreational activities for residents and tourists alike over a one month period. Movement out of Downtown The opening of Clearwater’s first shopping center in 1959 foreshadowed events to come. The Cleveland Plaza at the intersection of Cleveland Street and Missouri Avenue was constructed at a location relatively near but outside of the traditional Downtown. Unfortunately, other commercial businesses had already begun and continued their exodus from Downtown, with many locating to the “new” commercial centers along U.S. Highway 19 North. Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan4 of 189 | December, 2017The City of Clearwater initially established a Community Redevelopment Agency for Downtown and adopted the Redevelopment Plan for Downtown Clearwater in 1981. The blighting factors identified for the Community Redevelopment Area (CRA) in 1981 included:xA predominance of defective or inadequate street layout by modern standards;xFaulty lot layout that limited the nature and extent of uses of properties;xDeterioration of sites, buildings, and other improvements;xDiversity of ownership which prevented the free alienability of economically feasibly sized properties; xUnusual conditions of title based on large institutional holdings which restricted the market supply and size of private enterprise land; andxA static tax base, with conditions of ownership which signified a continuing relative decline in the Downtown area’s values.At the original inception, the CRA comprised 247 acres stretching from Clearwater Harbor to the Cleveland Plaza shopping center vicinity and from Drew Street on the north to Chestnut Street on the south, and encompassed the traditional business district, Coachman Park, the Pinellas County Courthouse and government center, and significant vacant and underutilized land available for redevelopment. Periphery Plans, Downtown Plan Updates and CRA ExpansionIn 1993, the City adopted the Downtown Clearwater Periphery Plan which addressed planning issues for four areas adjacent to the Downtown. In 1995, the City approved a plan amendment to designate these four areas as Central Business District on the Future Land Use Map, thus linking the periphery areas to the traditional Downtown area. These actions recognized the integrated relationship between the core of Downtown and its surrounding residential areas. In 1995, the City Commission also approved a major revision to the 1981 Redevelopment Plan for Downtown. While retaining the original boundaries of the 1981 Plan, the newly named Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan significantly expanded the policies for Downtown. The 1995 Plan established a Land Use Plan Map for the Downtown that designated allowable uses on a parcel-by-parcel basis. The Plan also established development potential for properties, defining commercial intensity and residential density by sub-area for the Downtown through the creation of Districts. A major portion of the 1995 Plan was devoted to redevelopment projects with implementation to be accomplished by either the public or private sector. In 2001, the City completed a major update to the Downtown Clearwater Periphery Plan, adopting it as a Special Area Plan for the periphery areas. This better defined the land use plan and development potential for the four periphery areas and provided policy guidance for private redevelopment. As In 1968, the Sunshine Mall opened as the City’s first enclosed mall, closely followed by the Clearwater Mall in 1973 and the Countryside Mall in 1975. These three events symbolized two major changes in Clearwater: the movement of commercial activity out of Downtown to the east and the movement of the residential center from the center of town to the north as a result of the Countryside residential area created by national developer U.S. Home, Inc. While the new residential area was greatly needed and reflected the countywide northward growth trend, these events had a negative impact on Downtown. The decline of the traditional downtown occurred in Clearwater, as in many American cities, fueled by these changes and the increased availability of private cars and the lack of mass transit systems. PLANNING FOR DOWNTOWNFirst Downtown Plan and CRA In 1970, Clearwater was an early leader in Florida’s downtown revitalization field as demonstrated by the establishment of a Downtown Development Board (DDB) through a special act of the Florida Legislature. In 1971, Clearwater citizens approved special taxing district powers for the DDB. In 1976, the DDB and the Clearwater City Commission jointly commissioned a major Downtown planning study. The Plan for Downtown Clearwater was presented in 1977 to the City by the principal consulting firm RTKL Associates, Inc. The final Plan included an urban design component, policy direction through goals and objectives and an implementation program. December, 2017 | 5 of 189Chapter 1. IntroductionPhoto Sources (Top to Bottom): Unknown, Cleveland St., 1940s; Maryce Garber, Cleveland St., 1950; Patti Bianco, Royal Palms Motel, 1950sa Special Area Plan, it served the same land use planning function for the periphery areas that the Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan did for the original Downtown boundaries. In 2002, the City prepared a Findings and Declarations of Necessity Analysis for the 200-acre area generally east of the existing CRA, known as the “Gateway Expansion Area”, which included land governed by the Southeast and Southwest Expansion Areas of the Clearwater Downtown Periphery Plan. The study clearly demonstrated the need for revitalization outside of the existing CRA boundaries and documented the following conditions: xPoor lot layout relating to size, accessibility and use;xSite and environs deterioration;xInadequate and outmoded building density patterns;xDefective or inadequate street configurations, transportation facilities and parking facilities; xExcessive emergency calls;xUnsanitary and unsafe environment;xExcessive violations of the Florida Building Code;xDiversity of ownership;xFalling lease rates;xHigh residential and commercial vacancy rates; and xLack of appreciable increase in the past five years of the aggregate assessed values.These findings allowed the City to declare the Gateway Expansion Area to be a slum or blighted area, which the Board of County Commissioners approved that same year, thereby expanding the CRA boundaries in 2002, and bringing the total CRA size to 449 acres. In 2004 a major update to the Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan was completed which incorporated the Gateway Expansion Area (expanded CRA) and the Northwest and Southwest Areas of the Clearwater Downtown Periphery Plan which were not previously integrated into the CRA into the Plan and the Downtown Planning Area. With this expansion, the total Downtown Planning Area expanded to 545 acres, illustrated on the CRA Boundaries and Periphery Plans Map in Appendix 6. At this time six Character Districts were established, as well as the framework for development in each District. The Plan maintained the Downtown Core as the traditional City center and identified the gateways to Downtown, urban neighborhoods and opportunities for new residential, office and commercial development. The Plan established flexibility for future growth with site plan and design review to implement the design guidelines. The overall maximum development potential permitted within Downtown was reduced from the 1995 Plan. The City retained the balance of that excess potential to allocate to specific projects that make a major contribution to Downtown through the creation of the Public Amenities Incentive Pool for the life of the Plan. Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan6 of 189 | December, 2017such as a hotel and restaurants; enhancing the area’s unique character through new development that is compatible in scale and form with the historic buildings; putting people first; establishing a cultural hub; promoting a better environment; and unlocking development potential. Also in 2016 the Clearwater Comprehensive Boating Plan was developed by Moffatt & Nichol. ULI recommended the preparation of the plan as a first step in the long-range objective of making Clearwater, including its Downtown waterfront, the boating capital of the region, if not the State. At the Clearwater Harbor Marina, the plan recommended adding an attraction to draw boaters and non-boaters to the waterfront year-round, reorganizing parking, providing public restrooms, enhancing security, adding public art and artistic lighting, and providing wayfinding. Because the Comprehensive Boating Plan and the North Marina Area Master Plan were completed concurrently, the plan provided more detailed recommendations to improve facilities at the Seminole Boat Ramp and surrounding Marina, including: adding a waterfront hotel with boat slips for guests; enhancing the existing park and marina store; constructing additional staging docks and additional queuing docks to enhance the ramp’s functionality; maintaining parking for cars/trailers, even if it is moved to adjacent properties; providing public restrooms; and enhancing security. actions and tools needed to achieve the vision over a 20-year horizon. In 2017, the East Gateway District was renamed the Downtown Gateway. In 2014, the City contracted with the Urban Land Institute (ULI) to evaluate the City’s vision and Downtown redevelopment strategies. The ULI Advisory Services Panel’s final report recommended developing several additional plans including a comprehensive boating plan, a study of the “north marina area,” and a master plan for the waterfront Bluff. The ULI noted in their report that the Old Bay neighborhood has a unique mix of housing types that give a rare taste of “old Florida”, and the City should invest and enhance the existing community fabric consisting largely of historic bungalows and shotgun-style houses. ULI recommended comprehensively planning for the area, including the Seminole Boat Ramp area, to provide value to both the residents of the neighborhood and the City. In 2016 the City worked with Stantec to prepare the North Marina Area Master Plan, with a study area consisting of a majority of the Old Bay Character District and land northward. The North Marina Area Master Plan’s new vision for the area balances the needs of area residents and the boating community and also identifies appropriate redevelopment options. The public was engaged throughout the development of a preferred design concept for the area and implementation strategies for the plan. The plan identified eight key objectives: protecting views of water and bluff; improving connectivity to Downtown through roadway and trail improvements; creating a waterfront destination through the development of uses that attract visitors, residents and boaters, New Bridge In 2005 a new fixed span bridge replaced the existing drawbridge connecting mainland Clearwater with the Beach. Along with the benefit of improving vehicular circulation to the Beach, the bridge alignment and access has significantly impacted Downtown. Through-traffic was redirected from Cleveland Street to the one-way pair of Court and Chestnut Streets on the southern edge of Downtown. This allowed Cleveland Street to be reclaimed as a local street and regain its place as Downtown’s premier shopping street. These changes also created a new eastern gateway into Downtown located at the intersection of Gulf to Bay Boulevard, Highland Avenue and Court Street (also known as Five Points). Recent Plans and Studies The Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan has been amended several times since 2004 to address the changing conditions of Downtown and to further improve the effectiveness of the Plan. Additionally, the City has completed several plans for smaller areas within Downtown that need to have their vision and policies incorporated into the Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan. In 2011, the City hired Gensler to develop the East Gateway District Vision Plan. This plan utilized a neighborhood market/economic analysis to define the economic base for market-supportable revitalization efforts in the District. Community outreach and stakeholder involvement culminated in a community design charrette that provided a vision for the area and a concept plan and policy framework that identified specific implementation December, 2017 | 7 of 189Chapter 1. IntroductionThe 2014 ULI report identified the Bluff – the highest escarpment along the water’s edge in the State - as a prominent and exceptional asset on which the City could build its brand, and recommended that the City prepare a guiding vision for the area adjacent to the waterfront and Bluff. In 2017, the City completed Imagine Clearwater, which established a vision for Downtown’s waterfront as an active, authentic, iconic civic and open space that celebrates Clearwater’s history, natural beauty, culture and diversity and anchors an economically vibrant Downtown. The plan focused on developing a dynamic waterfront, an activated Bluff and a connected Downtown, and included a master plan for the area that proposed a redesigned waterfront park providing users a series of distinct experiences through several unique areas. To achieve a successful waterfront, the plan recognized that Coachman Park needs an active edge, and identified three City-owned parcels on the Bluff as important catalyst sites: the Main Library, to be activated with additional community uses to leverage its waterfront views; the Harborview Center, proposed to be demolished to create a civic gateway to the park and provide a location for private redevelopment – rental housing or a boutique hotel – to create more activity; and City Hall, to be relocated within Downtown to facilitate a mixed–use development or incorporate a cultural use on the prime waterfront property, to further activate Downtown. The plan identified that the corner of Cleveland Street and North Osceola must be 100% active and that pedestrian and bicyclist mobility is at the foundation of park activation and Downtown connectivity. Core elements of the master plan require charter referendum to accomplish. In November 2017, City residents approved the first referendum to allow construction and maintenance of certain improvements to support active and passive uses of the Downtown waterfront. 2018 Downtown Plan UpdateThe 2018 update of the Downtown Redevelopment Plan reaffirms the vision for Downtown as the urban core and heart of the City. It simplifies properties’ development potential so it is not based on lot size, which eliminates the need for lot consolidation in certain Districts. The Plan increases development potential in all Character Districts. In those Character Districts that are primarily low-scale and/or single family residential, density is increased to 35 dwelling units per acre. The density of 35 dwelling units per acre has been identified as being conducive for “missing middle housing” consisting of multiplexes, townhouses and bungalow courts which offer a variety of needed housing types. This increase in density supports the desired residential infill development on small sites that is typical in these neighborhoods, compatible with the existing single family neighborhoods and consistent with urban downtowns. In some instances the density may allow for a single additional unit on an existing parcel and is a gentle way to add density to an urban neighborhood, while also making existing sites and buildings more viable for development. Photo Sources (Top to Bottom): Maryce Garber, Memorial Causeway, unknown; Unknown, Post Office, 2000s; Pinellas County Economic Development, Capitol Theatre, 2014 Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan8 of 189 | December, 2017More specifically, the 2018 update will expand the Old Bay Character District to include 9.671 acres that were included in the study area of the North Marina Area Master Plan, but not in the Downtown Plan Area. The Old Bay expansion will increase the Downtown Planning Area from 545 acres to 555 acres. The 2018 update also combines the Town Lake Residential and Town Lake Business Character Districts into one District, Prospect Lake, named for the re-named City stormwater pond and park. This reduces the number of Character Districts from six to five. The boundary revisions are illustrated on Map 1.1. Formerly, the Town Lake Business Park Character District encouraged suburban style office development, which, apart from Frank Crum, did not occur and is not anticipated to happen now. A new direction for the District is envisioned and is appropriate for all properties within the two former Town Lake Districts. Density is increased in the new Prospect Lake Character District. Previously, several developments in the area needed to utilize units from the Public Amenities Incentive Pool to obtain additional density, and where a higher density is appropriate and supported that density should be clear and accessible. The western edge of Prospect Lake Character District received the greatest increase in density to 75 dwelling units per acre, consistent with the Downtown Core Character District, to unify Myrtle Avenue as a corridor. Additionally, this area of the Prospect Lake Character District increased to 2.5 FAR to support office and commercial development. The update clearly defines the acceptable heights that were formerly hinted at in Plan policies, reflecting the importance of protecting the historic single-family character of the Grove Street neighborhood while supporting more intense and taller development along more major streets. And, as previously mentioned, the East Gateway District has been rebranded as the Downtown Gateway, this Plan updates the Character District name accordingly. To implement many of the updated goals of the Plan, the Downtown zoning district in the Community Development Code must be updated to allow many uses by right and to establish design standards for Downtown properties. Implementation will also require Future Land Use Map and Zoning Atlas amendments to sections of the Old Bay, Prospect Lake, and Downtown Gateway Character Districts to reclassify them as Central Business District (CBD) future land use and Downtown (D) District, thereby unifying the entire Downtown Planning Area. The Design Guidelines have been removed from this Plan and will be incorporated in the Downtown (D) Zoning District in the Community Development Code as design standards. Since the adoption of the 2004 Downtown Redevelopment Plan many notable goals have been achieved and projects developed including the Cleveland Streetscaping Phase I and II, Prospect Lake Park, Station Square Park, Main Library, Capital Theatre, Downtown Marina, Glen Oaks Stormwater Detention Facility and the Nolen apartments. Clearwater is poised for great accomplishments in Downtown. All of the elements are in place for success: a waterfront with exceptional natural beauty, locational advantages, committed citizens and determined elected officials. Let this Plan set the course towards the future success of Downtown. Notes: The section on planning history is based on John Nolen’s Comprehensive City Plan of 1926 and the research on Nolen by Bruce Stephenson, Rollins College. The Clearwater history section relied in great part on Michael Sanders’ book Clearwater, A Pictorial History. Cleveland StDrew StMissouri AveFt Harrison AveMyrtle AveCourt StChestnut StDruid RdOsceola AveGarden AveGulf to Bay BlvdHighland AveMartin Luther King, Jr AveTurner StWMap 1.1Proposed Expansion & New DistrictsClearwater DowntownRedevelopment PlanSources: City of Clearwater Planning & Development Department; Engineering Department; Pinellas County Property AppraiserPrepared by: City of Clearwater Planning & Development Department, December 20171 inch = 1,000 feet®Character Districts & Expansion Area2004 DistrictsDowntown CoreEast GatewayOld BaySouth GatewayTown Lake Business ParkTown Lake Residential2018 DistrictsDowntown CoreDowntown GatewayOld BayProspect LakeSouth Gateway2018 Proposed Expansion2018 Proposed Expansion Existing ConditionsPlanning Area | Land Use | Historic Resources |Demographics | Transportation | Recreation | Investment Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan12 of 189 | December, 2017Chapter 2. Existing ConditionsTHE PLANNING AREAThe Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan currently governs 545 acres comprised of 2,374 parcels, however the proposed Old Bay Expansion area was included in the following analysis, bringing the total to 555 acres, as seen on Map 2.1. This Plan serves a dual function as both the Special Area Plan for the entire Downtown Planning Area and as the Community Redevelopment Plan for the City’s Community Redevelopment Area (CRA) which comprises 79.5% (441 acres) of the Downtown Planning Area. Over the past 20 years, the CRA has had a positive impact on Downtown as evidenced by the public and private investment detailed in this Chapter. This Plan is intended to guide Downtown redevelopment for 20 years. LAND USEDowntown is characterized by a variety of uses with varying intensities and densities. Form and function vary depending on the specific location within the Downtown. The traditional business core is the most intensely developed area with a mix of historic buildings and new construction. Downtown enjoys a unique location on the Bluff overlooking Clearwater Harbor with a significant public park along that waterfront. There are also near-town neighborhoods rich in Florida vernacular architecture and neighborhood, supporting commercial areas. Despite these amenities that should make Downtown Clearwater a desirable place to live, work and play, there are several challenges that have limited economic growth and development in Downtown. From an economic development perspective, existing Class A office space does not meet the needs of local businesses and many property owners have failed to make improvements to existing structures that information technology, financial and professional services, headquarters, or other targeted industries require. To prevent existing businesses from leaving the City in search of preferable space and in order to create the conditions to attract new firms, higher intensity employment opportunities must be possible on new and existing sites. Establishing a stock of new and re-developed of the professional buildings will help the City attract target industries and accommodate higher wage jobs, which, in turn, will diversify the City’s tax base and improve the demographic mix. To create a vibrant Downtown neighborhood, dense residential development is needed. Additional housing choices within the Downtown Core will strengthen it as an “18-hour” neighborhood, supporting nightlife, entertainment and restaurants and other late-night businesses. Throughout Downtown a variety of housing types, at varying scales and prices, is needed to attract all income groups and to contribute to the customer base for neighborhood commercial establishments.Further, from a land use perspective, the lack of available sites in Downtown that do not have other constraints, such as potential environmental contamination (e.g., brownfields), size constraints (e.g., previously platted residential parcels), or older infrastructure is a significant challenge for both office and residential development. Downtown has a wide variety of existing land uses, illustrated on Map 2.4, a quarter being residential (28.1%), followed by office (12.6%) and then retail (8.6%). There are many “greyfield” sites that are developed but underutilized as a result of functional obsolescence. Outside of the Downtown Core, most commercial and office uses are in one story, surface parked buildings, which have the potential for profitable redevelopment as mixed-use, and could spur additional economic growth. vacant land, which accounts for 13.2% of the Downtown, also presents opportunities for infill development but may have other actual or perceived challenges. The largest areas of vacant land are found within the Prospect Lake and Old Bay Character Districts, with a scattering found throughout the other Districts. Governmental uses are found primarily concentrated within the Downtown Core and occupy 5% of the total land area. Institutional uses make up about 8% of the existing land use in Downtown, and include places of worship, schools, and other non-profit/charitable services. Vehicle service and industrial uses make up about 6% of Downtown’s land area, and are generally distributed throughout the Character Districts. Prior to the 1999 Community Development Code, vehicle service and industrial uses were permitted uses; however, they are now nonconforming. Vehicle service uses can typically be found around the Martin Luther King, Jr. Avenue corridor within Prospect Lake; and the industrial uses can largely be found along the Pinellas Trail (old railroad corridor) in the Old Bay District and also in the Prospect Lake District. Cleveland StDrew StMissouri AveFt Harrison AveMyrtle AveCourt StChestnut StDruid RdOsceola AveGarden AveGulf to Bay BlvdHighland AveMartin Luther King, Jr AveTurner StWMap 2.1Downtown Plan OverviewClearwater DowntownRedevelopment PlanSources: City of Clearwater Planning & Development Department; Engineering Department; Pinellas County Property AppraiserPrepared by: City of Clearwater Planning & Development Department, December 20171 inch = 1,000 feet®Proposed Old Bay Expanson Cleveland StDrew StMissouri AveFt Harrison AveMyrtle AveCourt StChestnut StDruid RdOsceola AveGarden AveGulf to Bay BlvdHighland AveMartin Luther King, Jr AveTurner StWMap 2.2Future Land UseClearwater DowntownRedevelopment PlanSources: City of Clearwater Planning & Development Department; Engineering Department; Pinellas County Property AppraiserPrepared by: City of Clearwater Planning & Development Department, December 20171 inch = 1,000 feet®Future Land Use(CBD) Central Business District(CG) Commercial General(I) Institutional(R/OG) Residential/Office General(R/OS) Recreation/Open Space(RH) Residential High(RM) Residential Medium(RU) Residential UrbanProposed Old Bay Expansion Cleveland StDrew StMissouri AveFt Harrison AveMyrtle AveCourt StChestnut StDruid RdOsceola AveGarden AveGulf to Bay BlvdHighland AveMartin Luther King, Jr AveTurner StWMap 2.3ZoningClearwater DowntownRedevelopment PlanSources: City of Clearwater Planning & Development Department; Engineering Department; Pinellas County Property AppraiserPrepared by: City of Clearwater Planning & Development Department, December 20171 inch = 1,000 feet®ZoningCommercialDowntownHigh Density ResidentialInstitutionalLow Medium Density ResidentialMedium Density ResidentialMedium High Density ResidentialOfficeOpen Space/RecreationPreservationProposed Old Bay Expansion Cleveland StDrew StMissouri AveFt Harrison AveMyrtle AveCourt StChestnut StDruid RdOsceola AveGarden AveGulf to Bay BlvdHighland AveMartin Luther King, Jr AveTurner StWMap 2.4Existing Land UsesClearwater DowntownRedevelopment PlanSources: City of Clearwater Planning & Development Department; Engineering Department; Pinellas County Property AppraiserPrepared by: City of Clearwater Planning & Development Department, December 20171 inch = 1,000 feet®Existing Land UsesSingle FamilyTwo FamilyMulti FamilyRetailOfficeInstitutionalOvernight AccommodationsVehicle ServicesIndustrialGovernmentalUtility/InfrastructureRecreationParkingProposed Old Bay ExpansionVacant December, 2017 | 17 of 189Chapter 2. Existing Conditions“If you plan cities for cars and traffic, you get cars and traffic.If you plan for people and places, you get people and places.”- Fred Kent, Project for Public Spaces Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan18 of 189 | December, 2017Surface and structured parking occupies about 5.5% of the land in Downtown, and is especially prevalent along the waterfront in the Downtown Core. Recreation and open space uses account for 6.6% of the land mostly found west of Myrtle Avenue. Rounding out the existing land uses are overnight accommodations (3.1%) and utility/infrastructure (3.4%). The City’s Future Land Use Map designates the majority of the land within Downtown as Central Business District (CBD) while the eastern section has a variety of future land use designations, as illustrated on Map 2.2. The most prevalent zoning district in the Downtown is the Downtown (D) District while the remaining zoning districts occupy a smaller portion of Downtown and are illustrated on Map 2.3. Existing Zoning Districts. The majority of properties not designated as Central Business District/Downtown are located in the Downtown Gateway Character District with small portions in the Prospect Lake Character District. Additionally there is an area proposed to be incorporated into the Downtown Plan Area in the Old Bay Character District that is currently not designated as Central Business District/Downtown District. The 2018 update proposes to amend the future land use and zoning designations of the proposed expansion area and all properties in the Downtown Planning Area not currently Central Business District (CBD) future land use and Downtown (D) Zoning district as such. This will unify the Downtown and bring the Downtown Planning Area under a consolidated regulatory framework which allows more flexibility in establishing entitlements to implement the vision of the Plan. PROPERTY OWNERSHIP & TAX EXEMPTIONSBecause of the urban form and mix of uses generally found in downtowns, they typically contain the most economically productive parcels in a City, and provide the highest value per acre contribution to the tax base. As the government center for Pinellas County and the City of Clearwater, it is not unexpected that the County and City, in addition to the CRA, have larger property holdings in Downtown. The City and CRA’s properties primarily include governmental uses, recreational uses, parking, and vacant land, whereas the County’s properties are all governmental uses and parking. These properties are 100% tax-exempt, but future redevelopment of City/CRA-owned vacant parcels may result in these properties being added back to the tax rolls. Downtown Clearwater has a large number of properties that also receive tax exemptions from all or a portion of the taxable value. Several nonprofit organizations and non-governmental institutions, such as churches and schools, throughout Downtown utilize widely varying ad valorem tax exemptions (e.g. 0.24% to 100%). Such exemptions reduce the revenue collected through tax increment financing, thereby limiting the CRA’s ability to reinvest in Downtown through this funding mechanism. HISTORIC RESOURCESDowntown Clearwater maintains much of its heritage through the existing buildings in the traditional Downtown and nearby residential neighborhoods. While the preservation of historic resources has been identified as a Downtown revitalization strategy, significant progress has not been made. At present, three properties are listed in the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP): xCleveland Street Post Office - 650 Cleveland StreetxOld Pinellas County Courthouse - 315 Court StreetxMount Olive African Methodist Episcopal Church - 600 Jones StreetTwo studies documenting cultural resources have been conducted but at this time are outdated. In 1998, a historic preservation survey and planning project was conducted for the Clearwater Central Business District and Old Clearwater Bay Neighborhood. While the boundaries of that study are not coterminous with the current Downtown Plan Area, significant areas within the Plan area were surveyed. Concentrations of historic resources were identified in the Downtown Core, Old Bay, Prospect Lake and South Gateway Character Districts.Most of the resources identified in the 1998 survey were either single family or multi-family buildings and were mainly constructed between 1920 – 1949. Over half of the buildings identified were considered “contributing” resources to a historic December, 2017 | 19 of 189Chapter 2. Existing Conditionsdistrict, meaning the building contributes to the historic and architectural character of a larger area but alone may not be eligible for inclusion in the NRHP. This survey identified the North Ward Elementary School as being potentially eligible for listing in the NRHP and noted that a previous survey work identified six other properties as eligible. The study also recommended targeting certain historic buildings in the Downtown Core for rehabilitation to help jumpstart revitalization efforts. In 2005, a Historic Resource Reconnaissance Survey of the Downtown Core was prepared by Janus Research to identify historic resources that are potentially eligible for local designation or listing in the NRHP. The study also reevaluated conditions of properties that had previously been determined to be eligible for listing. Of the six resources that had been previously identified as eligible, only the Peace Memorial Presbyterian Church located at 110 South Fort Harrison Avenue remains eligible. Several of the previously identified eligible buildings have been demolished including the Calvary Baptist Church, 331 Cleveland Street, the Seaboard Air Line Railroad Depot, 657 Court Street and the Haven Street House, 400 Pierce Boulevard. The remaining resources have been altered to such a degree that they no longer meet the strict criteria required for designation. At this time the Pinellas County Courthouse is the only property designated as historic by the City of Clearwater. The other two National Register properties were identified by the 2005 report as eligible for local designation, along with the following properties: Photo Source (Bottom): Buell & Elligett, P.A.xCoachman Building, 503 Cleveland StreetxGuaranty Title and Trust Building, 411 Cleveland StreetxFt. Harrison Hotel, 210 South Fort Harrison AvenuexClearwater Masonic Lodge 127, 408 South Garden AvenuexBank of Clearwater Building, 500 Cleveland StreetThe study also identified 21 resources concentrated on Cleveland Street and Fort Harrison Avenue that could be rehabilitated and/or restored to gain contributing status within a historic district. Due to the fact that properties have been demolished, renovated and deteriorated, since the time of both studies and new properties have become eligible to be considered historic (50 years old), a new planning and eligibility study is warranted. Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan20 of 189 | December, 2017DEMOGRAPHICSPopulationDowntown experienced a significant increase in population between 2000 and 2010, from 1,256 residents to 4,974 residents, which was primarily concentrated in the Downtown Gateway District (formerly the East Gateway). Current population estimates are slightly lower at 4,430 residents, where limited population growth has occurred since 2010 in the Downtown Core and South Gateway Districts, but the remaining Districts have shown declines. Graph 2.1 summarizes population in the Character Districts. This growth did not result in a diversification of Downtown’s resident population, a fact reflected in the recent demographic data collected during the ACS 2011-2015 estimates. Graphs 2.2 and 2.3 summarize age, race and ethnicity of Downtown’s population. According to the ACS 2011-2015 estimates, Downtown has seen an increase, as a percentage of the population, in the proportion of white residents since 2000 (from 73.8% to 81.5%), while the proportion of black or African American residents declined slightly (11.9% to 11.8%) and the other racial populations, including Asian, American Indian, and those identifying as two or more races or some other race, declined more significantly (14.3% to 7.3%). However, during this same timeframe, Downtown saw an increase in its Hispanic, Latino or Spanish origin population from 28.2% in 2000 to 46%. Downtown has a significantly higher percent of population identifying as Hispanic, Latino or Spanish origin compared to the City as a whole (13.9%), and the majority of this population within Downtown (92.9%) lives in the Downtown Gateway District.Downtown residents are younger on average compared to the City (median ages of 38.2 years and 44.8 years, respectively). This demographic varies by Character District. The Downtown Gateway has the youngest median age (31.7 years), whereas both Prospect Lake and the Downtown Core Districts have relatively older populations with median ages of 61.1 years and 64.1 years respectively. Generally, throughout Downtown there is a slightly higher percentage of males, although the Downtown Core’s population is 63.1% female. Graph 2.1. PopulationDowntownCoreOld BaySouthGatewayProspectLakeDowntownGateway4644626724193772797454637064843812,0733,5973,0355001,0001,5002,0002,5003,0003,5002000 Census (3,718 persons)2010 Census (4,974 persons)2011-2015 ACS (4,430 persons) December, 2017 | 21 of 189Chapter 2. Existing ConditionsGraph 2.2. Downtown Race/EthnicityWhiteBlackOtherHispanic/LatinoNon Hispanic/LatinoRaceEthicitySource: mySidewalk.com; US Census 2011-2015 ACS23.0%23.7%22.9%13.8%16.6%0 - 1920 - 3435 - 5455 - 6465+Source: mySidewalk.com; US Census 2011-2015 ACSGraph 2.3. Downtown AgeHousingBetween 2000 and 2010 the City saw a very modest 1.8% increase in the number of housing units, whereas Downtown experienced more substantial growth (12.8%) during the same time period, increasing to 3,159 units overall. Between 2010 and 2015, Downtown experienced a slight (0.9%) decrease in the overall number of housing units, where new units were constructed within the Downtown Core (114 units) and Prospect Lake (43 units), while the Old Bay District and Downtown Gateway both lost units (63 housing units and122 housing units respectively). Recent figures are ACS 2011-2015 estimates that include units demolished within the time period but not new housing units that have been constructed since 2015 (e.g., Garden Trail and The Nolen apartments). On average, however, the housing available in Downtown is older, with the majority being constructed between 1940 and 1989 (70.4%), as depicted in Graph 2.4. Pre-1940s 1940 - 1969 1970 - 19891990 - 2000 Post 2000 Total2671,0688549.8%39.1%31.2%704712,7302.6%17.3%100%Source: mySidewalk.com; US Census 2011-2015 ACSGraph 2.4. Downtown Housing Stock81.4%11.8% 6.8%45.9%54.1% Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan22 of 189 | December, 2017Median home value has risen Citywide by 43.1% since 2000, to $162,285 in recent estimates, while the Downtown median home value increased by 111.3% to $183,676 during this same time (ACS 2011-2015). The Downtown Core and Old Bay Districts have the highest median home values within the Downtown, at $277,600 and $217,795 respectively; however, for the Downtown Core this reflects a decrease on average by 20.7% (down from $350,000 in 2000) whereas for the Old Bay District this is an increase of 123.4% (up from $97,500 in 2000). For greater analysis on housing see Housing and Neighborhoods in Chapter 3. There is a much larger proportion of renters located within Downtown, compared to the City. According to the ACS 2011-2015 estimates, the total percentage of renters within the Downtown is 76.6%, versus 41.7% for the City as a whole. This translates into a larger proportion of owner-occupied houses in the City (61.6% versus 23.4% in Downtown). Within the Character Districts this pattern is consistent except within the Prospect Lake District, which has nearly an even split of owner occupied and renter occupied housing units. Graph 2.5 shows the percentages of owner vs. renter occupancy in the Downtown.Because the majority of housing units are renter occupied throughout most of Downtown, it is important to note the median home rent. Citywide median home rent is $919, while the Downtown median rent is slightly more at $1,055. The Downtown Core median home rents are the highest at $1,768. Graph 2.6 shows the breakdown of median home rents. Graph 2.6. Median Home Rent$250$500$750$1000$1250$1500$1750$2000DowntownDowntown CoreOld BaySouth GatewayProspect LakeDowntown Gateway$1,055$1,768$1,080$562$719$785$919$952City of ClearwaterPinellas CountySource: mySidewalk.com; US Census 2011-2015 ACSHouseholdsDowntown experienced a 4.6% increase in the number of households between 2000 and 2010, but since has experienced a 2.3% decline to 2,307 households overall. The average household size both Citywide and within Downtown specifically has increased since 2000, from 2.2 (Citywide) and 2.05 (Downtown) persons per household in 2000 to 2.34 and 2.36 persons per household in 2010 respectively. Within the Character Districts, Downtown Gateway saw an increase in average household size of 17.9% to 2.7 persons per household, contributing to the Downtown-wide population increase, while the other Districts remained close to their 2000 average household sizes. Source: mySidewalk.com; US Census 2011-2015 ACSGraph 2.5. Downtown OccupancyCitywide, median household income has increased 9.2% from $40,480 in 2000 to $44,198 based on current estimates. Although current estimates of Downtown residents’ median household income is less ($35,427), it also grew during the same time. Within the Character Districts, the Old Bay and Downtown Gateway Districts are the closest to the Downtown average at $35,606 and $31,382 respectively. The South Gateway has the lowest median household income at $17,167, and the Downtown Core has the highest at $56,426. December, 2017 | 23 of 189Chapter 2. Existing ConditionsPhoto Source: (Center) Asplan Viak, Battery ParkThe majority of renters in Downtown pay over 15% of their income on average towards rent, with 33.2% of renters spending between 15% and 30% of their income towards rent. Over 27% of renters spend between 31% and 49% of their income towards rent, which meets HUD’s definition of being “cost-burdened”, while an additional 30.9% spend over 50% of their income towards rent, which HUD defines as having “severe rent burden”. Graph 2.7 shows both the percentage of income towards rent for all of Downtown as well as how that percentage is distributed through the Character Districts.Demographic SynopsisWhen compared to the City of Clearwater, Downtown is demographically different in many areas; however, the Downtown Planning Area is not homogenous and has areas of concentrated extremes within its boundary. Downtown residents are more ethnically diverse and younger on average than the City. This can be attributed to residents in the Downtown Gateway District where a high proportion of younger residents, as well as residents of Hispanic, Latino or Spanish origin live. Conversely, the other extreme is concentrated in the Downtown Core which is the least ethnically diverse and also has the oldest mean age. The Downtown Core is also the outlier with the smallest household size, and the highest median income, rent and home values. The concentration of high-rise condominium buildings in this District, some with water views, is consistent with this analysis. Similarly, the Old Bay Character District which has waterfront homes has the second highest median home values in Downtown. Though the Downtown’s median home value is higher than that of the City, there is a wide range of median home values across the Character Districts. However, a lack of recent data from the ACS for two Districts may contribute to the Downtown Core’s high values inflating the overall median home value for Downtown. The pattern of many Downtown residents spending more than 30% of their income towards rent, which is higher than the City as a whole, may be exacerbated by Downtown’s median income, which is less than the City’s. Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan24 of 189 | December, 2017INFRASTRUCTURE WaterThe Downtown Planning Area is served by the City of Clearwater water system as illustrated on Appendix Map 5.A. The system receives water from City-owned wells, in addition to water purchased from Pinellas County Utilities. Additionally, Pinellas County does not limit the amount of water the City can purchase at this time. Adequate water transmission and distribution pipelines are currently in place. WastewaterDowntown Clearwater is served by the City’s Marshall Street Water Reclamation Facility (WRF), which has a permitted capacity of 10 million gallons per day (MGD). Current average flows are 5.4 MGD. The City is actively implementing capital improvement projects developed from comprehensive evaluations of the sanitary sewer collection system (SSCS) and WRFs. These include Cleveland Streetscaping Phase III project which will upgrade sewer and stormwater lines and multiple projects at the Marshall Street WRF. Typical CIP projects vary from feasibility studies/evaluations, SSCS and WRF upgrades/improvements, to routine preventative maintenance and replacement of pipelines and structures. Clearwater is also actively attempting to reduce inflow and infiltration (I&I), a significant factor in preventing sanitary sewer overflows. Appendix Map 5.B, portrays sanitary sewer service within Downtown.Graph 2.7. Percentage of Income Spent Towards RentSource: mySidewalk.com; US Census 2011-2015 ACSDowntown CoreOld BaySouth GatewayProspect LakeDowntown Gateway8.9%33.1%27.1%30.9%71.2%16.2%9.0%73.2%26.9%9.8%51.3%19.5%9.1%63.1 %> 50%TowardsRent31 - 49%TowardsRent15 - 30%TowardsRent< 15%TowardsRentDowntown11.6%6.2%1.9%9.1%1.6%7.9%4.1%6.8% 1.5% December, 2017 | 25 of 189Chapter 2. Existing ConditionsStormwaterThere are two main drainage basins in the Downtown area: the Coastal Basin, which includes the Prospect Lake regional drainage facility, and the Stevenson Creek Basin. Both the Coastal Basin and the Stevenson Creek Basin drain to Clearwater Harbor.The western part of the Coastal Basin drains directly to Clearwater Harbor through many outfalls along existing seawalls. These storm systems, depicted in Appendix Map 5.C, have been in place for many years. Future redevelopment and streetscape projects can be designed and constructed to improve water quality and maintain drainage.The eastern part of the Coastal Basin is within the Prospect Lake regional stormwater detention and water quality facility which was completed in 2003. It provides stormwater attenuation and treatment for an approximately 150-acre drainage basin, eliminating the need for on-site stormwater facilities on adjacent properties. The outfall from the Prospect Lake facility was a part of the Myrtle Avenue Improvements project completed in 2004. The eastern part of the Downtown Planning Area lies within the Stevenson Creek watershed. The 2002 Stevenson Creek Watershed Master Plan identified areas within the 100- and 500-year floodplains adjacent to the creek, as well as projects that would reduce the size of the Special Flood Hazard Areas. The Glen Oaks Stormwater Detention Facility, a 20-acre flood control and water quality project, was completed in 2006. A portion of the project has reduced the size of area within below the 100-year floodplain between Drew and Court Streets and positively impacted properties located in the CRA. A total of nine structures containing 19 dwelling units are no longer located in the Special Flood Hazard Area. This reduction has also decreased flood levels on Cleveland, Court and Drew Streets and Lady Mary Drive.Currently under construction, the East Gateway Stormwater and Sanitary Sewer Improvements Project is upgrading stormwater, sanitary sewer, and potable water lines near the end of their design life. Water quality benefits of the project include removal of over 7,200 pounds per year of suspended solids, 26 pounds per year of total phosphorus, and 69 pounds per year of total nitrogen. Water quantity benefits include reductions in flood depths at several locations. The project will complete construction by late 2018.Trees & Green InfrastructureGreen infrastructure is an approach to water management that protects, restores, or mimics the natural water cycle. Green infrastructure is effective, economical, and enhances community safety and quality of life. Examples include pervious surfaces, grass parking, bioswales, Greenstreets, and Low Impact Development (LID) that combines landscaping and stormwater. Trees provide benefits in reducing air pollution, removing excess nutrients in storm water, reducing and delaying stormwater runoff, reducing heat island effect and creating a more welcoming and walkable environment. The City has invested in street trees with the planting and maintenance of trees and landscaping in the Downtown Planning Area and has planned for Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan26 of 189 | December, 2017additional green infrastructure, most notably the Cleveland Streetscaping Phase III. In addition to planting trees, the City inventories the trees on City property including within the right-of-way to better manage the urban forest. The majority of trees are comprised of three main species: oak (Quercus species); Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia species) and Phoenix palms (Phoenix dactylifera) which is illustrated on Appendix Map 5.F. Reclaimed WaterReclaimed water service has been greatly expanded since the initial adoption of this Plan. While still not providing service to the entire Downtown Planning Area, reclaimed water service is available to many of the residential properties, specifically those in the northeast corner of the Downtown Gateway north of Cleveland Street between Hillcrest Avenue and Highland Avenue. Reclaimed water service is also available along: Pierce Street through the Downtown Gateway; Cleveland Street through the Prospect Lake District; and properties fronting Drew Street. Also, a small portion of the Old Bay District is served by reclaimed water. Reclaimed water lines are shown on Appendix Map 5.D.GasClearwater Gas has a natural gas distribution system throughout the Downtown Planning Area, which is illustrated on Appendix Map 5.E. Underground gas mains are located on most streets and alleys and service lines exist throughout the area. Sidewalks & StreetscapingThe Downtown Planning Area has a fairly complete sidewalk network; however, many in the Downtown Core are narrow. The Character Districts with residential neighborhoods including the Downtown Gateway and Old Bay have narrow rights-of-way that limit the addition of new sidewalks or the expansion of existing narrow ones. The commercial corridor of North Fort Harrison has been identified as an area in need of wider sidewalks to accommodate pedestrian activity and future development. Permanent and temporary streetscape improvements have been utilized to enhance and balance the public right-of-way for all users. Phases I and II of the Cleveland Streetscape project are complete and Phase III is anticipated to start in 2018. Temporary “pop-up” improvements including re-striping the road, adding temporary planters and benches, and painting a mural crosswalk were implemented along North Fort Harrison Avenue in the Old Bay Character District. These temporary improvements showcased possible options for permanent streetscape improvements and allowed the City to measure the treatments’ effectiveness in reducing speeding. Downtown ConnectivityA fiber optic loop connects major City and some County facilities, helping to meet citizens’ and businesses’ service requirements. The fiber ring supports all voice, data and video needs between the facilities located on the loop. This loop currently connects the Municipal Services Building, the Main Police Station, City Hall, the Harborview Center, the Main Library, Clearwater Gas, a few Pinellas County offices, and several other City facilities located outside of the Downtown Core. Private businesses are supported by four business-class Internet Service Providers (ISPs) (i.e., WOW!, Level 3, Fiberdirect and Spectrum). The City also offers free wi-fi to the public at several City facilities (i.e., City libraries, City Hall, and the Municipal Services Building). Additionally, wi-fi is available at Coachman Park and Station Square Park. The City will continue to evaluate opportunities to provide wi-fi at additional City facilities. December, 2017 | 27 of 189Chapter 2. Existing ConditionsTRANSPORTATION & PARKING Downtown Roadway Network Downtown’s roadway network structure is based on a rectilinear grid system. This grid network pattern provides maximum connectivity, efficiency in infrastructure layout, and opportunities for creating expandable block systems. The Downtown roadway network is intended to accommodate pedestrians, cyclists, transit, motorists and goods movement. There are several jurisdictional entities that govern the roadway network within and through Downtown, including the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) and the City of Clearwater. Pinellas County governs some adjacent roadways just outside of the Downtown Planning Area. Three major State routes serve Downtown Clearwater (i.e., State Road 60 (SR-60), State Road 590 (SR-590), and Alternate US Highway 19 (Alt. US-19)). With several roadway segments outside of the City jurisdiction, the City’s ability to make improvements, control access, or unify roadway character is limited. In light of this, coordination and cooperation between the governing agencies is needed to implement this Plan.An important part of a well-planned roadway network system is the relationship between the hierarchy of roads and land uses and the balance between mobility and access. Following is a brief description of the Downtown area roadways’ functional classifications, which are shown on Map 2.5. Local StreetsLocal streets provide direct property access and accommodate shorter, local trips to adjoining collector or arterial streets. Most are narrow with slower speeds and are often residential in nature. Local streets are under City jurisdiction.CollectorsCollectors have an even distribution of mobility and access functions. Residential properties may have direct access to collectors. They can be continuous through a community and their function is to connect arterials to local roadways. Travel on collectors occurs at relatively lower speeds and for shorter distances than on arterials. Some examples of collector streets in Downtown are: Fort Harrison Avenue, Cleveland Street, and Druid Road. Collector streets are under City jurisdiction.ArterialsArterials are high volume streets that place a greater emphasis on mobility (i.e., through traffic) rather than access to land use. These roadways have a range of design characteristics that affect operating speeds and access to the adjacent property. Arterials are continuous and regional in nature, providing connections to regional expressways as well as important centers of activity in a metropolitan area. Arterials serving the Downtown area are: SR-60, Drew Street, and Alt. US-19. Within the City, arterials are under the jurisdiction of FDOT and Pinellas County. Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan28 of 189 | December, 2017Street NameClassification Jurisdiction Travel Lanes Accessibility 2009 ADT 2015 ADT 2016 ADT % GrowthNorth-South CorridorsFort Harrison AvenueCollector City2 Center Turn Lane 16,500 14,300 15,400 8%Myrtle AvenueMinor Arterial FDOT 4 Undivided 15,300 15,300 16,500 8%Martin Luther King, Jr. Avenue Collector City2 Undivided 3,800 4,100 4,200 2%Missouri AvenueMinor Arterial City4 Undivided 11,200 12,100 13,300 10%Highland AvenueCollector City2 Undivided n/a 12,700 13,000 2%East-West CorridorsDrew StreetMinor Arterial FDOT/City 4 Undivided 18,400 20,000 20,000 0%Cleveland StreetCollector City2 Raised Median 7,200 8,800 4,900 -44%Court Street (2-way)Principal Arterial FDOT 4 Raised Median 27,500 34,000 35,000 3%Chestnut Street (1-way) Principal Arterial FDOT 4One Way 14,000 18,500 19,000 3%Memorial CausewayPrincipal Arterial FDOT 4 Raised Median 34,500 36,500 39,500 8%Table 2.1. Downtown Main Roadways, Selected DataSource: Clearwater Traffic Engineering and Forward Pinellas, 2017Downtown Area Major East-West Roadways SR-60 CorridorThe SR-60 Corridor is the main east-west corridor through the City of Clearwater. Locally, it is called Gulf to Bay Boulevard for most of its length. SR-60 is primarily a commercial corridor connecting Tampa International Airport, Downtown Clearwater, and Clearwater Beach and provides direct access to businesses along it. In the Downtown area, Court Street from the intersection of Gulf to Bay Boulevard and Highland Avenue (Five Points) is designated as SR-60. This designation continues west until the Beach roundabout. Court Street from Highland Avenue to Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard is a four-lane divided arterial with limited access. West of Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard SR-60 is split into two one-way streets. Court Street carries westbound traffic, and Chestnut Street carries eastbound traffic. In this westbound segment, Court Street varies from three lanes to two through lanes with right and left turn lanes until just west of Osceola Avenue, where it tapers to two travel lanes across the bridge to the Beach. Similarly, eastbound Chestnut Street starts as two lanes, widening to as many as four through lanes before narrowing again east of Prospect Avenue and merging with Court Street near Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard. The eastern section of SR-60, Memorial Causeway, is considered the route bottleneck where roadway capacity drops to a two-lane section. The impact of reduced capacity causes a significant delay on the Court Street segment in Downtown during daily peak-hours, weekends, and the Spring Break season. State Road 60 (SR-60) is designated as an unrestricted truck route. The entire length is automobile-centric and functions as a dangerous barrier for pedestrians and bicyclists rather than part of a well-balanced connective system. Cleveland StreetCleveland Street is a major east-west City collector and is Downtown’s Main Street that has been invested in with streetscaping and traffic calming. This prioritized much of the street’s public right-of-way for pedestrians. In the eastern portion of Downtown, Cleveland Street is a four-lane undivided collector from Highland Avenue to Missouri Avenue, whereas west of Missouri Avenue into the Downtown Core Cleveland Street becomes a two-lane divided urban collector with on-street parking and traffic calming measures. December, 2017 | 29 of 189Chapter 2. Existing ConditionsDrew StreetDrew Street is a primary east-west arterial connecting Downtown Clearwater with US Highway 19 North. The portion of Drew Street east of Fort Harrison Avenue is designated as SR-590. In the Downtown area, Drew Street is a four-lane undivided arterial with narrow travel lanes from North Osceola Avenue to Highland Avenue. West of North Osceola Avenue, Drew Street becomes a two-lane undivided roadway with on-street parking on both sides. There are several multimodal opportunities and initiatives to account for along the corridor in the Downtown area.Downtown Area Major North-South Roadways Fort Harrison AvenueFort Harrison Avenue is a major north-south collector. This commercial corridor consists of a two-lane roadway with a near-continuous center turning lane through Downtown. To the south, Fort Harrison Avenue connects Downtown with Clearwater’s Morton Plant Hospital and surrounding medical uses. To the north, Fort Harrison Avenue merges with Myrtle Avenue (Alt. US-19) at Pleasant Street connecting the Downtown area with the City of Dunedin. Myrtle AvenueMyrtle Avenue is a north-south arterial through Downtown, forming the boundary between the Downtown Core and Prospect Lake Districts. Myrtle Avenue provides an alternative travel option to Fort Harrison Avenue through the Downtown area. Myrtle Avenue is a four-lane undivided roadway under State jurisdiction, and on the north end is designated as U.S. Alt.-19 between Fort Harrison Avenue and Chestnut Street. To the south of Chestnut Street, outside of Downtown, Myrtle Avenue is under the City’s jurisdiction.Missouri AvenueMissouri Avenue is a north-south corridor in the central portion of Downtown. Missouri Avenue is a four-lane undivided city collector in the Downtown Plan Area. Missouri Avenue is designated as Alt. U.S. 19 south of Court Street. The corridor connects Downtown with the southern parts of Pinellas County. The majority of roadway speeds are designed for 25 mph travel unless they are posted differently. Arterial roadways such as Court Street, Drew Street, and Myrtle Avenue are posted at higher speeds ranging from 35 to 45 mph. Traffic Control Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) are advanced information and communications technology that are applied to surface transportation in order to achieve enhanced safety and mobility and to reduce the environmental impact of transportation. Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan30 of 189 | December, 2017Downtown roadway signals are maintained and operated by the City’s Traffic Operations Division. Currently, the City of Clearwater uses Metropolitan Traffic Control System (MTCS) software for controlling the timing of traffic signals. The City is currently replacing the existing MTCS system with CENTRACS which will provide an integrated platform for traffic signal control, ITS field device monitoring/control, information management, and graphical data display. The goal of a traffic signal interconnect is to synchronize and coordinate the intersections in a specific corridor, allowing for large amounts of traffic to travel more smoothly and efficiently with maximum green-light time. While SR-60 is currently an ITS/ATMS corridor, the Pinellas County ATMS Master Plan identified Drew Street and Myrtle Avenue as ITS/ATMS corridors. Map 2.5 shows the locations of the traffic signals within the Downtown Planning Area including the following types:xIntersections – 35 locationsxTrail crossings – 10 locationsxRailway crossings – 15 locationsxRapid flashing beacon, pedestrian crossing signs – 4 locations xFire station emergency flasher – 1 locationExisting Traffic VolumesTraffic counts are used to reflect the existing level of automobile usage on a street. Average Daily Traffic (ADT), is regularly calculated for several roadways in Clearwater based on the number of vehicles that pass along a road over an average 24-hour weekday period. Table 2.1 provides current and historical ADT records of Downtown major roadways where FDOT performed traffic counts. As anticipated, the streets carrying the highest volumes of vehicles include: SR-60; Alt. US-19; and Drew Street. Many of the major area roadways have experienced growth in traffic volume over the past years with exception of Cleveland Street. Bicycle Facilities On-street bike facilities are very limited on arterial and collector streets. Shared bike lanes (sharrows) exist on Cleveland Street east of Missouri Avenue where the City has completed two phases of the Cleveland Streetscape project. Court Street from Hillcrest Avenue to Missouri Avenue also has sharrows, while bike lanes are formally designated with striping only on Court Street from Highland Avenue to Hillcrest Avenue. Both types of bike lanes were added to Court Street as part of FDOT resurfacing, restoration and rehabilitation (RRR) projects. Through the Pop-Up North Marina Project sharrows were added to Nicholson and Eldridge Streets. Additionally a dedicated bike lane was created in the Old Bay Character District along North Osceola Avenue north of Seminole Street. The Pinellas Trail is the primary off-street multimodal path in Pinellas County, running north-south through the Old Bay, Downtown Core, and South Gateway Districts. The trail provides regional access to the areas’ beaches and to the Sun Coast Regional Trail. The Pinellas Trail is considered the backbone of the City of Clearwater’s bicycle facilities infrastructure. Spanning approximately four miles through the City, it connects the City with the northern communities of Dunedin, Palm Harbor, Tarpon Springs and beyond, while its southern portion connects the City with Largo, Seminole, and St. Petersburg. The Pinellas Trail segment that passes through Downtown is approximately 1.5 miles in length. Where the trail crosses heavily-used roadways in Downtown (i.e., Drew, Court, and Chestnut Streets), trail users are required to yield to vehicular traffic. The Druid Trail is an east-west multiuser path which currently connects the Beach to the mainland. It extends from the Memorial Causeway Bridge eastward to the Pinellas Trail at Turner Street and continues eastward to South Betty Lane. The last phase of the Druid Trail connecting the Duke Energy Trail is anticipated to be completed in 2018. The Druid Trail primarily runs along Druid Street providing alternative access to retail along SR-60 and to the Beach through the Memorial Causeway.The Memorial Causeway Bridge provides a multimodal path that accommodates pedestrians and bicyclists and connects the mainland with the Beach. Bicycle parking facilities are available throughout the Downtown including the City’s first two bike corrals on Cleveland Street which were added in 2017. Freight Network Freight and goods movement is a vital and often underappreciated element of the transportation system. Everyone is directly impacted by how goods are delivered to distribution centers, stores and their homes. Downtown Clearwater has over 70 acres of land utilizing industrial and commercial uses and many of these uses employ sizeable numbers of people making efficient and safe freight movement an important component of the City’s economy. Alternate US-19, SR-60, and SR-590 December, 2017 | 31 of 189Chapter 2. Existing Conditionsroutes provide trucks with access to Downtown and connect with the national highway system and the area’s intermodal logistics facilities.The City does not restrict goods’ delivery times, allowing trucks to take advantage of the roads during off-peak travel times, and therefore, potentially reducing the costs of congestion on travel. The City allows truck parking on any public roads if they have a delivery on that roadway. The City imposes a weight restriction of 80,000 pounds and height restriction of 14.5 feet on vehicles without a FDOT oversized/overweight permit.Railway Network CSX Transportation owns the rail line that bisects Downtown. The line runs from Gary to St. Petersburg for a total of approximately 50 miles. The rail line has a single track line that runs on East Avenue in Downtown and has more than 15 at-grade level crossings in the Downtown Planning Area. Most of the railway crossings are equipped with automatic grade crossing warning devices (flashing lights, gates, etc). Currently CSX runs few trips through Clearwater. Public Transportation Public transit is a major transportation element in Downtown Clearwater that connects Clearwater residents with employment centers, public places and regional destinations. The transit services in the City are provided by the Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority (PSTA). PSTA provides scheduled, fixed-route bus and trolley services within Pinellas County limits, including express routes across Tampa Bay connecting Pinellas County with Downtown Tampa. Eleven bus routes and three trolley routes (Jolley and Suncoast Beach Trolleys) serve Park Street Terminal in Downtown Clearwater. In Fiscal Year 2017 the average daily weekday ridership on these routes combined was more than 17,800. Currently, the majority of the routes serving Downtown Clearwater operate seven days a week. Routes 67, 73, and 76 operate Monday through Saturday, and routes 66L and 98 operate Monday through Friday. Table 2.2 and Map 2.6 summarize and show the PSTA transit routes serving Downtown Clearwater. Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan32 of 189 | December, 2017Parking An adequate and convenient supply of parking is essential for the suc cess of Downtown Clearwater. According to a 2009 Downtown Parking Study, the existing parking supply is expected to be sufficient to support the anticipated future retail and restaurant growth both during typical weekdays and weekends. However, the existing parking supply is not expected to be sufficient to support anticipated future office parking demand based on higher occupancy rates for Class A office buildings. Currently, the City requires uses in Downtown to provide sufficient off-street parking to support the use(s) on site. Generally, parking RouteDestination(s)ThroughHoursHeadway (Min) Ridership FY-16Peak Off-Peak18Downtown St. PetersburgLargo Mall5:30am - 11pm 20 30 1,138,14552Grand Central Station, Pinellas ParkLargo Transit Center5am - 12am 20 30 1,206,02260McMullen Booth RoadClearwater Mall5am - 11pm 20 20 458,32561 Indian Rocks Shopping Center & Westfield Countryside MallPark Street Terminal5:30am - 8:30pm 60 60 187,07865Seminole MallLargo Diagnostic Clinic6am - 7pm 60 60 95,20766LTarpon Mall & Morton Plant HospitalPark Street Terminal5:30am - 9:30am2:30pm - 6:30pmN/A N/A 57,58967Tampa RoadWestfield Countryside Mall6am - 7pm 60 60 110,8797322nd Ave & 68th St St. PetersburgTyrone Square Mall6am - 7pm 60 75 102,47176Westfield Countryside MallSt. Pete College - Clearwater6am - 7pm 60 60 107,74778Westfield Countryside MallDunedin City Hall6am - 10pm 30 45 241,31298Carillon Office ComplexCriminal Justice Center5:45am - 8am3:45pm - 5:45pmN/A N/A 28,108JTBeach Route*Park Street Terminal10am - 10pm 30 30 150,072JTCoastalPark Street Terminal8:30am -12am 60 60 105,905SBT75th Ave & Gulf Blvd, St. Pete BeachPier 605am - 11pm 30 30 579,681* Service change February 2018 to go to Downtown ClearwaterSource: Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority, 2017Table 2.2. PSTA Routesfor properties with frontage on Cleveland Street between Osceola Avenue and Myrtle Avenue is managed as infrastructure where surrounding parking garages and on-street parking support the businesses on Cleveland Street that do not have parking or space for parking are allowed to change uses without adding parking on site. However, there are many other areas of Downtown where the historic development patterns common in traditional downtowns otherwise make it difficult to incorporate off-street parking on site without compromising the urban form of development.While some parking areas are heavily utilized during the weekday daytime hours, those same parking areas may not be heavily utilized during weekend and evening hours (with the exception of during special events and holidays). Large events at Coachman Park significantly impact the Downtown parking system. However, these events do not occur more than 36 days per year. December, 2017 | 33 of 189Chapter 2. Existing ConditionsFacilityFacility TypeLocationCapacity RestrictionsGarden AvenueGarage 28 North Garden Avenue 250NoneMunicipal Services Building Garage 640 North Pierce Street 474 Employee Mon - FriStation SquareGarage628 Cleveland Street96NoneCounty GarageLot310 Court Street113 HoursCoachman ParkLot101 Drew Street261NoneCity HallLot 112 South Osceola Avenue 51/66 3 HoursCity Hall OverflowLot220 Pierce Street63NoneDowntown Marina NorthLot100 Drew Street19NoneDowntown Marina SouthLot150 Pierce Street42NoneMain LibraryLot 100 North Osecola Avenue 76RestrictedDolphin Tale AdventureLot36 North Osceola Avenue 50RestrictedNorth Garden AvenueLot 35 North Watterson Avenue 9NoneHarborview CenterLot300 Cleveland Street168NoneCourthouseLot475 Oak Avenue353 HoursCourt Street & Garden Avenue Lot 318 South Garden Avenue 7 Permit Only / 3 HoursCourt Street & Fort Harrison Avenue Lot 351 South Fort Harrison Avenue 20 Permit Only / 3 HoursCourt Street & Osceola Avenue Lot311 Osceola Avenue393 HoursOak AvenueLot450 Oak Avenue85/39 3 HoursPark / Pierce StreetsLot620 Pierce Street18/12 10 HoursChestnut StreetLot615 Court Strreet37 Permit OnlyFort Harrison AveLot420 South Fort Harrison 263 HoursPinellas CountyLot Pierce Street & Fort Harrison Avenue 105 Permit OnlyTable 2.3. Existing Parking FacilitiesSource: Clearwater Parking Division, Engineering Department, 2017The Downtown Core is the urban heart of the City and of Downtown and parking garages and public lots are concentrated in this area. The City continues to explore ways to improve the efficiency of the existing public parking supply through parking time limit restrictions, enforcement, permitting, wayfinding, and marketing. Phase III of the Cleveland Streetscape project will provide additional on-street parking in the form of reverse angle parking, the first of its kind in the City of Clearwater. The following is the parking supply for the Downtown Core: xParking lots: 1,223 spaces xParking Garages: 1,339 spaces xOn-street Parking: 379 spaces Table 2.3 and Map 2.7 summarize and show parking facilities, locations, types, number of spaces, and restrictions in the Downtown Core. Generally private lots are only for users of a specific business or property, public parking is available for any user in Downtown and combined public/private parking have specific limitations on the number of parking spaces or hours parking can be used by the public. #!(!(E!(!(!(!(EEE!(!(")!(")!(!(!(!(!(")!(#!(EE!(!(E")")E!(!(!(!(EEE!(!(!(!(!(%,!(!(!(!(!(!(EECleveland StDrew StMissouri AveFt Harrison AveMyrtle AveCourt StChestnut StDruid RdOsceola AveGarden AveGulf to Bay BlvdHighland AveMartin Luther King, Jr AveTurner StMap 2.5Traffic Control & Roadway HierarchyClearwater DowntownRedevelopment PlanSources: City of Clearwater Planning & Development Department; Engineering Department; Pinellas County Property AppraiserPrepared by: City of Clearwater Planning & Development Department, December 20171 inch = 1,050 feet®Control Devices & Roadway HierarchyDevices#Dynamic Message Sign (DMS)%,Emergency Flasher!(SignalsERailroad")Rapid Flashing Beacon (RFB)Roadway HierarchyArterial / FDOTCollector / CityTruck RoutesDowntown AreaProposed Old Bay Expansion !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Cleveland StDrew StMissouri AveFt Harrison AveMyrtle AveCourt StChestnut StDruid RdOsceola AveGarden AveGulf to Bay BlvdHighland AveMartin Luther King, Jr AveTurner St606776737866L611865529866LMap 2.6PSTA Routes & StopsClearwater DowntownRedevelopment PlanSources: City of Clearwater Planning & Development Department; Engineering Department; Pinellas County Property AppraiserPrepared by: City of Clearwater Planning & Development Department, December 20171 inch = 1,050 feet®Routes & StopsStops!RoutesPSTAJolley TrolleySuncoast TrolleyDowntown AreaProposed Old Bay Expansion Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan36 of 189 | December, 2017Cleveland StMyrtle AveCourt StChestnut StOsceola AveFt Harrison AveFranklin StPierce StPark StGarden AveDrew StMap 2.7Downtown Core ParkingClearwater DowntownRedevelopment PlanSources: City of Clearwater Planning & Development Department; Engineering Department; Pinellas County Property AppraiserPrepared by: City of Clearwater Planning & Development Department, December 2017Downtown ParkingTimed - MetersLimited - No Meters!!Unlimited - No MetersPrivate GaragePrivate LotPublic GaragePublic LotPublic/Private GaragePublic/Private LotReserved Lot1 inch = 425 feet® Clearwater CountryClubJack Russell StadiumGlen Oaks ParkCoachmanParkCleveland StDrew StMissouri AveFt Harrison AveMyrtle AveCourt StChestnut StDruid RdOsceola AveGarden AveGulf to Bay BlvdHighland AveMartin Luther King, Jr AveTurner StPinellas TrailNorth GreenwoodRecrecation CenterDruid TrailProspect LakeParkBayfront TennisCourtsClearwater HarborMarinaSeminole BoatRampStation SquareParkBayfront MemorialParkMap 2.8Public Recreation Facilities & Open SpacesClearwater DowntownRedevelopment PlanSources: City of Clearwater Planning & Development Department; Engineering Department; Pinellas County Property AppraiserPrepared by: City of Clearwater Planning & Development Department, December 20171 inch = 1,000 feet®Public Recreation Facilities& Open SpacesParksPinellas TrailDruid TrailDowntown AreaProposed Old Bay Expansion Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan38 of 189 | December, 2017PUBLIC RECREATION FACILITIES & OPEN SPACEA total of 36.2 acres or 6.6% of the total land within Downtown is City-owned parkland as illustrated on Map 2.8. In addition, there are 1.5 miles of trails including the Pinellas Trail and the Druid Trail. There are a variety of recreational facilities within Downtown and several in close proximity to the Plan boundaries. The majority of parks are concentrated in the Downtown Core. Coachman Park, located in the western-most portion of the Core along Clearwater Harbor, is currently less than seven acres. The park is primarily passive; however, it has an amphitheater that attracts nationally-known artists and serves as a regional entertainment venue. Bayfront Memorial Park is west of Coachman Park, adjacent to Clearwater Harbor. This small passive park provides parking along the water and with the small pier, is used for markets. It also used to be home to sculptures which paid tribute to the World War I American Doughboys and the World War I Navy. These sculptures have been relocated to a landscape island on the Memorial Bridge. Currently Bayfront Memorial Park houses “The Middens”, a stainless shells sculpture that echo the region’s history of the native Tocobaga tribes and nod to the local estuary located just off the Harbor seawall. The Middens are illuminated at night with full-spectrum LEDs. The Bayfront Tennis Complex, also within the Downtown Core, is located to the west of City Hall on the lower end of the Bluff and is the City’s first tennis complex. One urban pocket park, Station Square Park, is located in the center of the historic commercial core on Cleveland Street and is used by many Downtown workers. The CRA programs various activities at Station Square Park (e.g., lunchtime music, yoga) and a variety of special events take place in the park. The Clearwater Harbor Marina is a beautiful marina with state-of-the-art concrete floating docks located just across from Coachman Park. The boat slips are accessible from the Intracoastal Waterway at the Memorial Causeway Bridge. There are 126 boat slips as well as over 1,000 feet of overnight side-tie mooring for visitors and over 600 feet of side-tie mooring for daytime visits and special events. The boat slip lengths range in size from 30 feet to 55 feet. The Fred E. Marquis Pinellas Trail, a countywide trail system, traverses Downtown running north/south and the Druid Trail traverses east/west. A significant portion of the Pinellas Trail in the Downtown Core shares the East Avenue right-of-way which was modified to one-way north-bound vehicular traffic to allow for wider trail area on the west side of the right-of-way. South East Avenue terminates at Turner Street in the South Gateway Character District where the Pinellas Trail continues southward along the CSX rail line. North of Drew Street in the Old Bay District, the Trail is located within a dedicated greenway corridor. The Druid Trail is largely in the right of way of Turner Street in the South Gateway. Shared bike lanes or “sharrows” support trail connectivity and have been implemented on Cleveland Street and North Osceola Avenue. The Seminole Boat Ramp is located in the northwestern section of the Old Bay District and functions as the City’s main boat launching facility. It has eight boat ramps, as well as a picnic area. The facility accommodates approximately 25,000 launches per year, and offers monthly and yearly launch passes. In 2017, the City initiated work to design and permit significant improvements to the property and ramp, including: reconfigured paved parking; additional overflow parking utilizing low impact development methods to manage stormwater and improve water quality; a pedestrian promenade and an elevated observation platform to enhance waterfront access for non-boaters; new greenspace by the Francis Wilson Playhouse located on adjacent City-owned property; additional landscaping improvements; and the consideration for adding public restrooms.Prospect Lake Park is located in the Prospect Lake District, east of the Downtown Core. It is a passive urban park providing a unique amenity within Downtown, including trails and benches around the lake. Even though Downtown has a significant amount of parkland, it lacks small pocket parks and playgrounds. Several recreation facilities are located along the perimeter of the Downtown including the Clearwater Country Club golf course, and Crest Lake Park, which is a community park with playground facilities, a lake and the City’s first dog park. David Martin Soccer Field was the only active recreation facility in Downtown, but it was relocated south of the Downtown Planning Area and incorporated into Glen Oaks Park in 2006. December, 2017 | 39 of 189Chapter 2. Existing ConditionsEXISTING DOWNTOWN REDEVELOPMENT PROGRAMSIn addition to the CRA, several programs have been established to support Downtown redevelopment efforts. A description of the main programs is listed below and a more comprehensive listing of incentives available to the private sector is provided in Chapter 4, Plan Implementation.Downtown Development BoardPursuant to Florida Statutes, the Downtown Development Board (DDB) was established in 1970. In 1971, Downtown property owners approved a referendum that created a Special Downtown Tax District to assist in revitalization efforts of Downtown and preserve property values. The DDB has seven elected board members and two ex-officio members from the CRA and represents the interests of Downtown property owners within the original CRA. The CRA provides professional staff support to the DDB. Brownfields ProgramIn order to assist in the redevelopment or reuse of abandoned, idled, or underutilized industrial and commercial properties that have, or are perceived to have, environmental contamination, the City of Clearwater established a Federal and State Brownfields program in 1996. This program provides environmental site assessment and analysis to identify potential presence of hazardous substances, petroleum, or other types of contamination. The documentation of the absence or presence of environmental impacts is of utmost importance to all parties affected. INVESTMENT IN DOWNTOWN Since the inception of the original Downtown CRA in 1981, considerable public and private investment has been made in the Downtown area. Often the first step in large investment projects is property acquisition and then remediation, assemblage, marketing and redevelopment. The City and CRA also provide incentives and investment in programs that support business development. Capital Improvement Projects and transportation comprise a large portion of investment in the Downtown Planning Area that enhances necessary infrastructure as well as quality of life. Investments in arts, culture and programming also improve quality of life and desirability of Downtown. Often a significant project will span multiple categories of investment. Selected investments are shown on Map 2.9. Below is a list of some recent and significant programs and projects undertaken by the City and/or CRA: Property AcquisitionsPierce Street Lot, 301 Pierce Streetx$4.25M purchase pricexKey property for Imagine Clearwater redevelopmentTriangle Property, 1384 Gulf to Bay Boulevardx$160k purchase pricexKey property for Cleveland Streetscaping Phase III and Mercado Former St. Pete Times Lot, 704 and 710 Court Streetx$2.4M purchase pricexKey properties for future Intermodal Center Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan40 of 189 | December, 2017Multiple Brownfields Sites xHarbor Oaks Shopping Plaza, $110k for remediationxClearwater Automobile Salvage Yard,$1.2M purchase price and $648k for remediationxCar Pro Site, $296k purchase price and $661k assessment and remediationEconomy Inn Redevelopment Site, 1274 Cleveland Street, and adjacent parcel 1247 Grove Streetx$1.6M and $67.5k purchase prices, respectivelyCapital Improvement ProjectsClearwater Harbor Marina, 210 Drew Streetx$1.2M assistance for a 126 boat slip project and fishing pier Capitol Theatre, 405 Cleveland Streetx$8.8M renovation projectCleveland Streetscape Phase I &II, Osceola to Missouri Avenuesx$.1M for Phase I, $2.5M for Phase IIxNew sidewalks, stormwater, electrical improvements, street amenities, a wayfinding signage master plan and new plantingsMain Fire Station #45, 1140 Court Street x$10.3M construction fundingFive Points Intersection, Gulf to Bay Boulevard, Court Street, and Highland Avenuex$728k in improvements and landscapingRedevelopment IncentivesGarden Trail Apartments, 609 Seminole Streetx$354k in acquisition and environmental remediationCountry Club Townhomes, 1273 Drew Streetx$700k towards acquisitionx$449k for constructionx$320k for down payment assistanceMarriott Residence Inn, 940 Court Streetx$227k in impact fee, permit fee, and a portion of City TIF reimbursement Cleveland Street and Fort Harrison Avenue Façade Improvement Grantsx50+ buildingsxMore than $279,933 since 1996The Nolen Apartments, 949 Cleveland Streetx$700k fees reimbursed, 257 market rate units and 13,000 square feet of retail/restaurant spacex$725k to address soil condition and $485k to reduce stormwater fees and relocate utilitiesWater’s Edge Condominiums, 391 Cleveland Street x$1M reimbursement of impact fees, portion of sidewalks costs and site improvements paid from Ad Valorem taxesx153 units with 10,000 square feet of retail space Station Square Condominiums, 628 Cleveland Street x$1.2M for 99 public parking spaces Business DevelopmentBusiness SPARK, 112 South Osceola AvenuexNetwork of programs, services and facilities provided by public and private partners to support businesses and entrepreneurs in every stage of developmentThe Ring Workspaces, 600 Cleveland Streetx$600k investment in a private, state-of-the-art coworking office facilityClearwater Main Library, 100 N. Osceola AvenuexInterlocal agreement with the Clearwater Main Library to conduct activities that support community learning in the areas of STEM (science, technology, engineering and math), entrepreneurship and small business developmentCommunity Arts, Culture & Eventsx30-year agreement with Ruth Eckerd Hall for the operation of the Capitol Theatre xSculpture 360, rotating artwork in the median of Cleveland Street in the Downtown CorexSecond Century public Art GalleryxDowntown waterfront marketsxEl Dia del Nino (Children’s Day), a neighborhood event to celebrate the Downtown Gateway communityxPublic art banners and art wraps on utility signal boxesxProgramming, events and activation of parks (Station Square) and public spacesxInterlocal agreement with Clearwater Police Department for Community Policing in Downtown Gateway which has decreased drug dealing, prostitution and street crimeTransportation & MobilityxJolley Trolley (non-profit trolley system) and Water Taxi/Ferry subsidiesxBeach Connector Trail portion of the Druid TrailxDowntown Wayfinding ")")")")!(!(!(!(#*#*#*#*#*#*!(rrrCleveland StDrew StMissouri AveFt Harrison AveMyrtle AveCourt StChestnut StDruid RdOsceola AveGarden AveGulf to Bay BlvdHighland AveMartin Luther King, Jr AveTurner StPierce Street LotThe Nolen ApartmentsWater's Edge CondosCountry Club TownhomesTriangle PropertyCar ProEconomy Inn SiteFive Points IntersectionFire Station #45Marriott Residence InnHarbor Oaks Shopping CenterSt. Pete Times LotCleveland St. Phases I & IIStation Square CondosCapitol TheatreHarbor MarinaGarden Trail ApartmentsClearwater Auto SalvageMap 2.9Selected Downtown InvestmentsClearwater DowntownRedevelopment PlanSources: City of Clearwater Planning & Development Department; Engineering Department; Pinellas County Property AppraiserPrepared by: City of Clearwater Planning & Development Department, December 20171 inch = 1,000 feet®InvestmentsrBrownfields!(Capital Improvement Project")Property Acquisition#*Redevelopment IncentivesDowntown AreaProposed Old Bay Expansion Land Use/Redevelopment PlanVision & Guiding Principles | Goals, Objectives, Policies | Character Districts Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan44 of 189 | December, 2017Chapter 3: Land Use / Redevelopment PlanVISION & GUIDING PRINCIPLESThe Downtown Redevelopment Plan provides a flexible framework for the redevelopment of Downtown into a place that attracts people and businesses. This Plan establishes guiding principles that create the foundation for this planning effort and ensure that it reflects the goals and vision of the community. They also provide a means for guiding and evaluating the City’s and CRA’s future efforts and reinvestment. Future development, programs, funding initiatives, and City improvements should be evaluated on their success in achieving the following principles.VISION Downtown Clearwater will thrive as the urban core and heart of the City, as the center of business and government, and as an attractive place to live, work, shop and play. A revitalized Downtown will be achieved through quality urban design, continued creation of a high quality public realm, and a dense and livable pattern which will strengthen the overall health of the City. Guiding Principles AuthenticThe City will embrace an authentic urban environment focused on Downtown’s heritage as the urban core and neighborhoods as the heart of the community. The City will celebrate the achievements of the first 100 years and Downtown will continue as a vibrant place for public expression and celebration of the diversity in the City’s second century. Economic CenterDowntown is a major center of activity, business and governments. The location of the Pinellas County seat within Downtown Clearwater is a point of civic pride and economic development opportunities. Downtown will continue to attract an array of innovative businesses, including the technology sector, by creating a welcoming business environment, by expanding the major retail core, and with its rich human capital and unique sense of place. Linked SuccessThe health and success of Downtown is linked to the health and success of the overall City. The City will utilize all tools and incentives available in the Community Redevelopment Agency to revitalize Downtown. Integrated VarietyThe Downtown will be a community with an integrated mix of retail, residential, office and recreation uses. The development of a variety of residential projects will support individuals and families with diverse social and economic backgrounds and encourage the resurgence of residences to Downtown. Retail GridCleveland Street is the spine of the Downtown street grid and retail network and is valued as the “Main Street” with historic character and setting. Active ground floor uses along North and South Osceola and North Fort Harrison Avenues will support the retail network. Primarily PedestrianAll of Downtown must be developed with streets that are safe and attractive places that balance walking, biking, transit and driving a car. The public right-of-way will address the needs of all users as Complete Streets. To promote pedestrian-oriented development some automobile-oriented uses will not be permitted. Walkable block sizes and street grids are key for walkability and livability and will be developed and maintained throughout the Downtown Planning Area. Waterfront & HarborA redesigned waterfront will be a catalyst for a more vibrant Downtown providing residents, workers and visitors a welcoming and safe public access to unique and beautiful amenities. An active and inviting Osceola Avenue will firmly and permanently connect Downtown with the waterfront and Clearwater Harbor. Views of and access to the water will be promoted. December, 2017 | 45 of 189Chapter 3. Land Use / Redevelopment PlanUrban DesignQuality urban site development patterns and architectural design will be achieved through design standards to encourage development and events that activate the public realm, including streetscaping and improvements to the public right-of-way. Open spaces should be the public “living rooms” that foster a vibrant community. Pinellas TrailThe Pinellas Trail is a unique regional resource for recreation and economic development. Development abutting the Trail will be connected to and oriented towards the Trail. A multimodal network expanding from the Trail throughout Downtown and to the greater City will be promoted as an essential part of the mobility and livability of Clearwater. Park OnceA park once management strategy will be developed by efficiently managing supply and demand for Downtown parking as a collective whole and encouraging an integrated transportation system throughout Downtown.ArtsThe visual, performing and public arts will be enabled, encouraged and expanded as a vital part of Downtown. The City will weave art and culture into the fabric of everyday life in Downtown. Adaptive ReuseThe City will encourage adaptive reuse of properties, in addition to the redevelopment of buildings like the existing City Hall site, in order to continue the reinvestment and rehabilitation of Downtown into a place that is engaging and inviting to all people. The adaptive reuse of existing and underutilized buildings will enhance economic growth.EnvironmentDowntown Clearwater will be competitive, vibrant, and green. The Downtown is interconnected and diverse and will promote sustainability by balancing the environment, economy and community. To achieve environmental stewardship and community vibrancy redevelopment should utilize green building practices including Low Impact Development (LID), Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED), and Florida Green Building Coalition (FGBC). ResilienceDowntown will be economically, socially and environmentally resilient, so that rapid recovery from natural and man-made disasters, climate change, and economic shifts is possible. A strong vision of the future community and an action-oriented stance will prepare Downtown to positively adapt to a disruption. Photo Sources: (Top) WalkableWPB.com, Green Street, 2017; (Center) Chris Whitis, Parking Garage Art Studios, 2017 Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan46 of 189 | December, 2017GOALS, OBJECTIVES & POLICIESFour goals have been established to guide the direction of development, redevelopment and public actions within Downtown. Multiple objectives establish how the City will achieve the goals. Collectively, the goals and objectives are organized into four categories: People, Accessibility, Amenities, and Urban Design. Listed afterwards, policies provide detailed direction towards attainment of the goals and objectives. Goals & Objectives1. People Goal Downtown shall be a place that attracts residents, visitors, businesses and their employees and enables the development of community. The City shall encourage a vibrant and active public realm, recreation and entertainment opportunities, and support the community and neighborhoods. Objective 1A: Maintain Downtown as the City of Clearwater government center and encourage Pinellas County government to remain in Downtown. Objective 1B: Support the relocation of Clearwater City Hall to another location within Downtown Area Plan. Allowing the former City Hall site, which is in a prime waterfront location, to be utilized for mixed-use, high-rise development with residential and commercial ground floor uses. The location, placement and design of a new City Hall should reflect the building’s civic importance as a community-gathering place. Objective 1C: Osceola Avenue should develop as an active street frontage. The pedestrian experience from Downtown to the waterfront will be active and engaging.Objective 1D: Encourage a variety of office-intensive businesses, including finance and insurance, IT/Software, professional services, data management, analytics and services, and medical to relocate and expand in Downtown to provide a stable employment center. Objective 1E: Maintain Cleveland Street as Downtown’s Main Street which is valued for its historic character and pedestrian scale. Objective 1F: Allow for a variety of residential densities and housing types to provide for a range of affordability and mix of incomes consistent with the Character Districts. Objective 1G: Continue to utilize a variety of incentives to encourage the construction of new residential uses to locate Downtown. Objective 1H: Maintain, activate and program parks, plazas and recreational areas. Objective 1I: Create, facilitate and maintain a safe Downtown environment for all residents, visitors, businesses and their employees by addressing real and perceived public safety issues. Objective 1J: Recognize and celebrate the unique features of Downtown neighborhoods. 2. Accessibility GoalDowntown will have a connected network with mobility choices. Objective 2A: Maintain and reclaim the Downtown street grid to provide multiple access points in and through Downtown. Vacations of streets and alleys are discouraged.Objective 2B: Strengthen Cleveland Street, Osceola and Fort Harrison Avenues as local, pedestrian oriented streets. Identify other local streets to be reinvigorated with active ground floor uses. Objective 2C: Continue to implement the Master Streetscape and Wayfinding Plan to support pedestrian and bicycle activity. December, 2017 | 47 of 189Chapter 3. Land Use / Redevelopment PlanObjective 2D: Maintain and improve the Pinellas Trail as both a recreational amenity and as a unique opportunity for economic development. Enhance Trail connectivity from the Downtown to the waterfront and Beach. Promote Downtown Clearwater as a destination accessible by the Pinellas Trail. Objective 2E: Implement Complete Streets on Downtown roadways. Objective 2F: Provide safer and more convenient bike facilities, including a bike share program. Objective 2G: Facilitate pedestrian and bicycle-friendly amenities along and expanding from the Pinellas Trail. Objective 2H: Support temporary techniques that improve the street environment such as murals, temporary planters, sharrows, bike lanes and painted intersections until permanent improvements are made.Objective 2I: Identify and reduce pedestrian and vehicle conflicts, focusing on multi-lane road crossings and areas of limited visibility.Objective 2J: Pursue a premium transit system between Downtown, Clearwater Beach, Tampa International Airport, and St. Pete/Clearwater International Airport.Objective2K: Strengthen connections between Downtown and Clearwater Beach. Objective 2L: Coordinate with Pinellas County to improve the Pinellas Trail throughout Downtown. Objective 2M: Create parking as infrastructure through a park once strategy that utilizes consolidated parking to serve all of Downtown and reduces the requirement for use-by-use on-site parking.Objective 2N: Encourage development of joint use public/private parking with PSTA. Objective 2O: Support water taxis/ferries serving the Clearwater Harbor Marina. 3. Amenity GoalDowntown will be a memorable place to be enjoyed that is enhanced by Clearwater’s waterfront location, natural resources, built environment and history. Objective 3A: Redevelop and expand the Downtown waterfront as a park accessible to all residents and visitors functioning as a cohesive system that is dynamic, connected, well-designed, and economically productive. Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan48 of 189 | December, 20174. Urban Design GoalDowntown will be a dynamic built environment of dense and livable patterns and active and attractive streets through the use of quality urban design and architecture.Objective 4A: Encourage redevelopment that contains a variety of building forms and styles.Objective 4B: Establish and utilize design standards and Character District requirements to ensure that development projects enhance the built environment. Objective 4C: Develop a plan that identifies street frontages and context sensitive development standards to create a livable and vibrant Downtown. Objective 4D:Encourage renovation, restoration and reuse of existing historic structures to maintain the character of Downtown’s neighborhoods. Objective 4E:Provide shade trees as a critical element for walkable streets.PoliciesPolicies are detailed actions to achieve the more broad goals and objectives. The policies do not correspond to one specific goal the way objectives do, but as a collective whole these policies support and help obtain all goals and objectives. Policy 1:The City shall prioritize sidewalk construction within Downtown that enhances pedestrian linkages and/or completes a continuous sidewalk system on all streets.Policy 2:Sidewalk easements will be supported to facilitate wide sidewalks in areas with limited rights of way. Policy 3:The City will develop Pinellas Trail spurs to connect the Trail to the waterfront and promote Downtown as a destination along the Pinellas Trail. Policy 4:Uses along the Pinellas Trail shall be oriented toward the Trail to take advantage of the people drawn to this recreational/transportation amenity. Connections to the Pinellas Trail are to be incorporated in site plans when property is adjacent to the Trail or when the proposed use would benefit through a connection.Policy 5:The City shall continue to provide bike parking and consider developing incentives to promote additional bike parking on private development, particularly those along the Pinellas Trail. Objective 3B: Create a civic gateway to the Downtown waterfront. Promote Osceola Avenue as the active edge to the expanded Coachman Park. Objective 3C: Enhance public access to the intracoastal waters along the Downtown waterfront with interactive design features such as kayak launch and water step, as well as natural amenities and active family uses. Objective 3D: Utilize portions of the library for alternative uses that may include a restaurant, special events, group gathering, and expansion of art galleries.Objective 3E: Continue to promote and enhance the Clearwater Harbor Marina to establish Clearwater as the boating destination of the region. Objective 3F: Promote the visual and performing arts.Objective 3G: Create and activate space to work as signature destinations, including civic plazas, markets and retail gathering places that promote economic growth for Downtown.Objective 3H: Create a connection along Stevenson Creek with a trail and community amenities. December, 2017 | 49 of 189Chapter 3. Land Use / Redevelopment PlanPhoto Sources: (Center) Ella Crandall, Safety Harbor BoardwalkPolicy 6:Shared parking for commercial, office and mixed uses is encouraged wherever possible.Policy 7:The City shall evaluate the need, size and location for a parking garage(s) to support entertainment, retail, restaurant uses and large events. Policy 8:The CRA will develop property owner incentives for building improvements to support intensive office uses including IT/software, finance and insurance, professional and data management, analytics and services.Policy 9:Encourage internet service and telecommunications providers to continue upgrading and expanding infrastructure capacity and service area.Policy 10:The CRA may evaluate participating with the private sector in land assembly to facilitate projects consistent with this Plan. Policy 11:The CRA may consider reimbursement of impact fees and permit fees as an incentive for redevelopment projects that are consistent with this Plan. Policy 12:The City shall make use of Community Development Block Grant, HOME Investment Partnership Program, State Housing Initiatives Partnership program, and other federal, state, and county funds for Downtown infrastructure and increasing affordable housing options. Policy 13:The City will encourage non-conventional stormwater management practices including Low Impact Development (LID), Green Streets and alternative and integrated stormwater treatment systems. Policy 14:Encourage the use of solar panels above surface and structured parking and other structures as appropriate. Policy 15:The City and CRA will continue to partner with and promote groups and programs that create and provide public art. Policy 16:The City will establish minimum standard uses in the Downtown zoning district that can be approved through a building permit, provided all design standards and other requirements are met. Policy 17:The Downtown zoning district will establish the quality and design features expected for renovation, redevelopment and new construction in Downtown. Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan50 of 189 | December, 2017Policy 28: Properties whose uses have resulted in a higher police level of service than typical properties are encouraged to redevelop with uses consistent with the applicable Character District; if a higher police level of service continues, the use will be the focus of nuisance abatement strategies and law enforcement. Policy 29:The City shall work to increase coordination and communication among residents, Police Officers and Code Compliance staff in an effort to proactively solve problems. Policy 30:Community policing innovations in the CRA shall continue to focus on a variety of policing strategies that increase police visibility and reduce opportunities for criminal activities. Such innovations include, but are not limited to, intensified motorized patrol, bicycle patrol, field interrogations, the establishment of a business and/or neighborhood block watch and the continued presence of a police substation in the CRA.Policy 22:The use of Termination of Status as a Nonconformity shall be limited to render nonconforming height and/or density and intensity conforming and shall not be used to legitimize nonconforming uses and site conditions. Policy 23:Drive-through facilities, where permitted, must be accessory to the primary use and be designed to minimize views of the facility from rights-of-way in order to maintain a pedestrian orientation and preserve the urban form of Downtown. Policy 24:To ensure balance among all users and modes of transportation certain automobile-oriented uses are not supported in the Downtown Plan Area. Policy 25:The City shall continue to encourage neighborhood associations that empower residents to improve their neighborhood and strengthen ties between residents and government. Policy 26:Property owners/developers are encouraged to meet with area neighborhood associations/business groups prior to submitting a major redevelopment project for City review. Policy 27:Prior to the disposition of City and/or CRA-owned properties, a determination shall be made regarding the most appropriate use consistent with this Plan and may require certain uses and site design requirements. Policy 18:The design of all projects in Downtown shall incorporate pedestrian-scale elements that create and maintain an inviting pedestrian environment. Policy 19:The City shall maintain the Public Amenities Incentive Pool, established in 2004, that provides density and intensity increases for projects in excess of the allowable maximum development potential. The Pool is allotted based on a provision of selected public amenities.Policy 20:Transfer of Development Rights is permitted for all projects to assist development provided that both the sending and receiving sites are located in the Downtown Plan Area. Approval of Transfer of Development Rights on a site may allow an increase in the development potential in excess of the maximum development potential of the applicable Character District. The number of development rights transferred to any site with a future land use designation of Central Business District (CBD) are not limited. All uses of transferred development rights shall ensure that the receiving site remains consistent with the vision of the applicable Character District.Policy 21:Projects located at or near the border of the Downtown Plan Area shall use effective site and building design features to ensure an appropriate transition and buffer to less intensive areas. Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan52 of 189 | December, 2017DOWNTOWN CHARACTER DISTRICTSThe Downtown Planning Area is 555 acres and contains several unique commercial areas and residential neighborhoods. This Plan establishes development potential and policies guiding private development as well as City actions. Different areas of Downtown have different characteristics and functions; therefore, development potential, building heights and policies reflect those differences. The Downtown Planning Area is divided into five Character Districts to address each unique area, as shown on Map 3.1. Each District contains a narrative on existing conditions, District vision, intensity, density and height, and development patterns, as well as policies specific to that area. Where applicable District specific criteria or completed plans are incorporated into the District’s vision and policies and are described as supporting documents. 2018 Update on Character DistrictsSince the adoption of the Plan many changes have occurred in the Downtown; however, there continues to be a lack of commercial development, erosion of neighborhood character, and limited new housing development. The 2018 update modifies District boundaries by consolidating two Districts into one and expanding another. Additionally, changes to properties’ development potential are incorporated to allow for greater redevelopment opportunities of existing lots and structures and to encourage new residential development that is in character with existing neighborhoods. Previous policies encouraged lot consolidation for redevelopment which resulted in the demolition of structures that contributed to the character and pattern of the neighborhood and these policies have been removed. These changes are coupled with new and revised policies for each Character District to provide further guidance to achieve their vision. The 2018 update incorporates the goals and policies of several recently completed documents including the North Marina Area Master Plan, Imagine Clearwater and the East Gateway District Vision Plan. The North Marina Area Master Plan’s study area included the northern portion of the Old Bay Character District and 41 parcels (9.671 acres) to the north, outside of the District. The 2018 update includes an expansion of the Old Bay Character District and Downtown Planning Area to include these properties. To fully integrate these properties into the Downtown Planning Area, additional steps will be necessary. The City’s Future Land Use Map and Zoning Atlas will need to be amended to designate the parcels with the Central Business District (CDB) future land use category and the Downtown zoning district, which the majority of the Downtown Planning Area is currently designated. The 2018 update also addresses those parcels in the Prospect Lake and Downtown Gateway Character Districts that were not amended when the Downtown Plan Area boundaries were previously expanded in 2004. Policies address the need to also amend these properties’ future land use and zoning designations to Central Business District (CBD) and Downtown (D) District, respectively, which will consolidate all parcels within these two Districts into the same category, providing clarity regarding development potential and future opportunities to residents and the development community. Relationship to Community Development CodeWhile the Character Districts set the development potential and development policies, redevelopment must also be consistent with the zoning district provisions which include development standards in the Community Development Code. The review and approval process will be consistent and predictable. This will expedite developments which achieve the objectives of this Plan. The revitalization of Downtown Clearwater is critical to the City’s overall success. The City will use all economic development and CRA tools and incentives available to revitalize the Downtown. These concepts guided the formation of the Plan’s goals, objectives and policies and provided direction for the types of City strategies, public investments and development incentives that should be used to encourage and help facilitate private investment that will make Downtown a place in which all people can enjoy. Old BayDowntownCoreProspectLakeDowntown GatewaySouthGatewayCleveland StDrew StMissouri AveFt Harrison AveMyrtle AveCourt StChestnut StDruid RdOsceola AveGarden AveGulf to Bay BlvdHighland AveMartin Luther King, Jr AveTurner StMap 3.1Character DistrictsClearwater DowntownRedevelopment PlanSources: City of Clearwater Planning & Development Department; Engineering Department; Pinellas County Property AppraiserPrepared by: City of Clearwater Planning & Development Department, December 20171 inch = 1,000 feet®Proposed Old Bay Expansion Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan54 of 189 | December, 2017DOWNTOWN CORE DISTRICT The Downtown Core is bounded by Drew Street on the north, Myrtle Avenue on the east, Clearwater Harbor on the west and Chestnut Street on the south as illustrated above. The Downtown Core is composed of 619 parcels totaling 128.9 acres in area and represents 23.2 % of the Downtown Plan Area. Existing Conditions The Downtown Core is the government center and an important employment area in the City. Many of the Pinellas County and City of Clearwater government offices are located in the Downtown Core as well as private offices and supporting uses. Since 2004 Technology and I/T businesses have expanded in the District and two large residential developments were completed: Station Square on Cleveland Street and Water’s Edge on Osceola Avenue overlooking the waterfront. The Downtown Core is the outlier in several demographic categories. The District’s residents are older on average (mean age 64.1 years) and have the smallest household sizes (mean people per Graph 3.2. Downtown Core Race/Ethnicityhousehold 1.3 persons). Further, the District has the highest median home value at $277,600 and the highest median home rents at $1,768, as well as the highest median income at $56,429. The District also has the highest concentration of white residents in the Downtown Planning Area at 97.3%. Graph 3.1. Downtown Core OccupancySource: mySidewalk.com; US Census 2011-2015 ACSWhiteBlackHispanic/LatinoNon Hispanic/LatinoRaceEthnicitySource: mySidewalk.com; US Census 2011-2015 ACS99.1%0.9%1.8%98.2% December, 2017 | 55 of 189Chapter 3. Land Use / Redevelopment PlanCleveland Street is Downtown’s “Main Street” and has a historic character/setting and functions as the major retail street within Downtown. On the eastern end of Cleveland Street is the U.S. Post Office and on the western end is the remodeled and reinvigorated Capitol Theatre, which attracts national musical and cultural acts. Cleveland Street has been improved with streetscaping, public art through Sculpture 360, Dolphin Trail, and the Clearwater Arts Alliance signal box art wraps, and with the renovation of Station Square Park into a plaza park with seating, programming and area for community activities. The Clearwater Main Library overlooks Coachman Park and provides events, programming, education and unique maker studios. Coachman Park is located directly on the beautiful intracoastal waterfront with the Downtown Marina and hosts many signature events including the Fourth of July and Clearwater Jazz Holiday. There is a significant amount of underutilized surface parking at the waterfront. At the prime corner of Osceola Avenue and Cleveland Street which overlooks Clearwater Harbor is the largely vacant Harborview Center. There are a number of institutional uses within the Downtown Core, as well as underdeveloped and vacant land.Court and Chestnut Streets are important corridors to the Beach and City but create challenges for connectivity and balance among other users and modes of transportation due to some automobile-oriented development, pattern and speeds. Similarly, but less intensely, Myrtle Avenue is primarily utilized by through traffic and is uncomfortable for people walking. The Pinellas Trail runs north-south through the Core and connects the heart of Downtown to the City at large. District VisionThe Downtown Core will continue as the center of local government including Pinellas County and City of Clearwater offices. As the historic urban center and heart of Clearwater, the Downtown Core will be characterized by a wide variety of permitted uses developed with the highest intensity of use in the City. The dense urban pattern will facilitate a walkable network oriented for all users. The Downtown Core will be an entertainment destination including an active waterfront, marina, cultural events and attractions, festivals, markets, restaurants, bars, brewpubs/microbreweries, theaters and shopping attractive to all ages. People are the heart of any thriving downtown and as such a key component to the revitalization of the Downtown Core is to attract residential uses, while allowing a variety of housing types and prices. Once a residential base is firmly in place, retail, restaurant and service uses will likely follow. Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan56 of 189 | December, 2017Development PatternsAmong the Downtown Character Districts, the Downtown Core will have the highest density for residential and hotel uses and the highest intensity for non-residential uses and an integrated mix of uses. The Downtown Core shall be redeveloped as a pedestrian-friendly place achieved through a diversity of uses, walkable block sizes and an interconnected street grid, and streetscape improvements that balance the needs of all users. Parking for the majority of uses will be managed as infrastructure supporting the entire Downtown Core. Development and redevelopment along Osceola Avenue shall contribute to the active edge of the Downtown waterfront. The intersection of Osceola Avenue and Cleveland Street, the gateway to the Downtown waterfront, shall have 100% activation on the ground floor of all four corners with commercial uses that generate customers and street activity and invite all people to gather and create community. Cleveland Street will continue to be the spine of Downtown’s entertainment and retail network, and new construction and redevelopment will respect and be integrated with the existing predominant building height, placement and orientation. Additional attention and improvements in aesthetics, pedestrian crossings and active uses will be directed towards Fort Harrison, Osceola and Myrtle Avenues to improve the whole street network. Success for a walkable downtown relies on a connected and expansive network of mobility options. Significant barriers and gaps such as multi-lane through roads with uninviting and limited pedestrian facilities undermine the network. Court and Chestnut Streets will be walkable urban corridors that are safe for people and will continue the urban and human-scale development patterns required throughout the District. The northwest corner of South Myrtle Avenue and Court Street, which has been identified as a possible intermodal site, will be a key corner requiring commercial ground floor uses oriented towards the street to facilitate safe pedestrian activity. The Pinellas Trail will be integrated into the fabric of the Downtown Core by providing safe and convenient connections to the Downtown waterfront and to the Memorial Bridge and across to the Beach. Additionally improvements to the Trail within the Downtown Core and the Intensity, Density & Height Development potential and maximum permitted heights for all Character Districts are shown on Maps 3.2- 3.6. Downtown Core development potential is specified in Table 3.1. The Downtown Core allows for the highest density and intensity of development in the Downtown. The Downtown Core has no maximum height restriction; however the building height for properties along Cleveland Street must respect the historic building pattern through location, coverage and stepbacks. Druid Trail will connect the balance of the City with the Downtown. Development abutting the Pinellas Trail should be oriented towards the Trail, particularly with new ground up development on vacant lots north of Cleveland Street and along Court and Chestnut Streets. Supporting DocumentsImagine ClearwaterIn 2017, the City completed Imagine Clearwater, a vision plan for the Downtown waterfront that focused on how to better connect the waterfront with Downtown, how to draw residents and visitors there and how to catalyze greater activity and investment in Downtown. In order to achieve the vision of creating an active, authentic, iconic civic and open space that celebrates Clearwater’s history natural beauty, culture and diversity and anchors an economically vibrant downtown, the Plan is centered on the implementation of the following four key strategies:xThe waterfront must be anchored by a dynamic new open space xCoachman Park needs an active edge xAn improved Osceola Avenue should complement Cleveland StreetxAccess to the site should incorporate all modes of transportation FAR 4.0Density75 dwelling units per acre or95 hotel units per acreHeight Unlimited*Table 3.1. Downtown Core Development Potential* Policies direct height along Cleveland Street December, 2017 | 57 of 189Chapter 3. Land Use / Redevelopment PlanPhoto Source: (Top) Crandall, Outdoor Dining, 2017Imagine Clearwater envisions an enlarged and redesigned Coachman Park which currently extends from Drew Street to Cleveland Street and is open to the public and hosts dozens of public concerts and festivals each year. The waterfront park envisioned in Imagine Clearwater is one that includes five distinct areas - the Civic Gateway, Bluff Walk, the Green, Coachman Garden, and the Estuary. These areas will provide a variety of spatial experiences with opportunities for active and passive use. This variety, along with additional programming, is intended to accommodate people of all ages and interests, which will help draw people to the park. In addition to creating a unique and exciting waterfront, a central element of Imagine Clearwater is to activate the Bluff. Framing the park with active uses, such as residential, hotel, dining and cultural uses will increase activity and safety within the park and attract people to the area. An active Bluff will also better connect the waterfront with Downtown and leverage City investments, and create physical connections to attract people from Downtown to the waterfront and vice versa. Improved connectivity and access to the waterfront through a variety of modes is also central to the success of the Downtown waterfront/bluff area; therefore, Imagine Clearwater also includes a multimodal strategy that includes a variety of pedestrian routes, shared bicycle lanes, a Jolley Trolley route, the Clearwater Ferry and parking dispersed throughout the park. The referendum needed for these changes to the waterfront passed in November of 2017. The Clearwater Comprehensive Boating PlanThe Downtown Marina should continue to be promoted to establish Clearwater as the boating destination of the region. The Clearwater Comprehensive Boating Plan (2016) identified specific implementation recommendations to achieve this goal: reorganize parking, provide public restrooms, enhance security, add public area wayfinding and add artistic lighting on the Clearwater Memorial Bridge. Downtown Core District PoliciesThe following policies shall govern development within the Downtown Core, as well as City actions:Policy 1:Establish a time frame for the demolition of the Harborview Center and redevelopment of the site as a civic gateway to the Downtown waterfront. Policy 2:Redevelopment of all properties west of Osceola Avenue and south of Cleveland Street must consider natural features and be integrated into the Imagine Clearwater Master Plan. Policy 3:The City shall perform a parking needs analysis to establish priorities for parking solutions and consider the development of a parking structure that will support Downtown as a whole. Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan58 of 189 | December, 2017Policy 4:To ensure a public realm that is friendly and safe for people walking, driveways and curb cuts shall be prohibited on Cleveland Street between Myrtle Avenue and Osceola Avenue and on Fort Harrison Avenue between Drew Street and Court Street where alternative access can be provided. Policy 5:Buildings and development should be people-oriented. Policy 6:Redevelopment and new construction along Cleveland Street shall be compatible with and contribute to pedestrian vitality, human scale and the historic fabric of Downtown through the use of build-to-lines, building stepbacks, active ground level uses and architectural features and details. Policy 7:Develop improved crossing at Court and Chestnut Streets for pedestrians and bicyclists for safety and to reinforce the existing urban development pattern. Policy 8:The City will coordinate with FDOT to ensure future designs of Alt. US-19 will balance the needs of all users and provide pedestrian connections to make a walkable Downtown.The Downtown Clearwater waterfront will be an active, authentic, iconic civic and open space that celebrates Clearwater’s history, natural beauty, culture, and diversity and anchores an economically vibrant downtown. December, 2017 | 59 of 189Chapter 3. Land Use / Redevelopment PlanImagine ClearwaterBY THE NUMBERS19.0acres of park space(110% increase)4.0acres of flexible even use(25% increase)miles of newlypedestrianizedIntracoastal Edge0.30.4miles ofnew Bluff WalkIMAGINE CLEARWATER VISION AND GUIDING PRINCIPLES Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan60 of 189 | December, 2017which contributes to the lack of a cohesive identity. Although the most eastern portion of the District does not enjoy close proximity to the waterfront it has the Pinellas Trail connecting it to the Downtown Core. OLD BAY DISTRICT The Old Bay District is generally bounded by Blanche B. Littlejohn Trail and Myrtle Avenue on the east, Clearwater Harbor on the west, Drew Street to the south, and Cedar Street to the north as illustrated above. Also illustrated above is the Old Bay expansion area outlined in black. There are 342 parcels totaling 95.4 acres of land within the District representing 17.2 % of the land area within the Downtown Plan Area. Existing CharacterThe Old Bay District is a transitional area between the Downtown Core to the south and the lower density residential areas to the north, outside of the Plan area. North Fort Harrison Avenue is the main commercial corridor in this District, and serves as the northernmost gateway into Downtown. Many of the neighborhood roads are narrow, except for Drew Street which is a four lane undivided road. The Pinellas Trail crosses Drew Street at an unsignalized location. Drew Street also has limited pedestrian crossings from the District into the Downtown Core to the south. North Fort Harrison Avenue has narrow sidewalks and divides the District into two distinct sections Graph 3.4. Old Bay Race/EthnicityGraph 3.3. Old Bay OccupancySource: mySidewalk.com; US Census 2011-2015 ACSWhiteBlackTwo + RacesOther, One RaceAmerican IndianAsianHispanic/LatinoNon Hispanic/LatinoRaceEthnicitySource: mySidewalk.com; US Census 2011-2015 ACS74.0%6.6%10.9%6.1%1.7%0.7%21.3%78.7% December, 2017 | 61 of 189Chapter 3. Land Use / Redevelopment PlanThe Old Bay Character District has several unique demographic and housing statistics. The District has a high median home value at $217,795, likely due to proximity along Clearwater Harbor, but with one of the oldest housing stocks (mean housing age 1964). This District has among the highest median home rent at $1,080 which is greater than Downtown, City and County averages. Old Bay is comprised of a mix of land uses including residential (single-family and attached dwellings), commercial, institutional, governmental, and recreational. This mix gives the District great diversity and contributes to its eclectic character. Many residential parcels are adjacent to non-conforming industrial and vehicle service uses. The District’s unique character is derived from its location on the Bluff and the significant number of older structures (greater than 50 years old). The water (west) side of North Fort Harrison is predominantly residential comprised of a mix of one and two story single family homes and attached dwellings as well as a few taller residential buildings. The majority of housing types are consistent with an urban neighborhood and create inviting streets that are people oriented. The North Ward Elementary School, the City of Clearwater’s former Partnership School, is located on the northern edge of the District, but is now closed. A historic survey identified the school as being potentially eligible for the National Register of Historic Places. The District is also home to the Francis Wilson Playhouse, as well as the privately operated Clearwater Basin Marina, and the publicly operated Seminole Boat Ramp, both of which generate boat traffic. Clearwater Gas’ administrative offices and warehouse continue to be located within the District between North Myrtle Avenue and the Pinellas Trail. There are many underutilized and vacant properties scattered throughout the District. District VisionThe Old Bay District will be a mixed-use neighborhood supporting the Downtown employment base with residential and limited neighborhood commercial and office uses. The District provides additional public waterfront access for boaters and non boaters outside of the Downtown Core. The unique and charming character will be preserved, and the District will be a safe and fun place to live, work, and play, day and night. A hotel at the Clearwater Basin Marina and a restaurant by the Playhouse would both activate the waterfront area and bring more amenities for the boating community. Redevelopment at or near the Seminole Boat Ramp must balance the needs of the boating community and area residents. Dry boat storage was not found to be an essential commodity to enhance Clearwater as the boating destination of the region, and would not contribute to an active and pedestrian-oriented waterfront. Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan62 of 189 | February, 2018Reopening the North Ward School as a public school or marine/maritime school or visual and performing arts school is encouraged to enhance the neighborhood and utilize the unique structure. Additionally the North Ward School could be adapted to a community/cultural center, art gallery or museum and improved with publicly accessible amenities like a playground, garden, or space for outdoor events to expand the cultural attractions in the District. Historic designation of the North Ward School to preserve the structure while allowing for adaptive reuse is supported. Renovations and adaptive reuse of existing older structures are encouraged in the District. Preserving the existing housing stock is essential to maintaining the neighborhood’s character, charm and appeal. Small infi ll redevelopment such as single family homes, townhomes, bungalow courts and duplexes that are typically found in urban neighborhoods are appropriate for the District as well. Infi ll developments on existing smaller lots will provide a needed variety of housing while limiting the visual impact of increased density often associated with large residential towers and surface parking. Creative workspaces and community-use facilities with reasonably priced housing will create a catalyst for economic development. Live-work bungalows are supported in the block south of Cedar to Nicholson Street between Fort Harrison and Garden Avenue. The development pattern in the balance of the District is expected to remain urban in character refl ecting the low-rise scale (one to three stories) of the existing neighborhood with greater height and intensity along North Fort Harrison Avenue and at the southwestern edge adjacent to the Downtown.The character of Old Bay should be strengthened through streetscape elements that identify the District as a Downtown neighborhood and promote pedestrian and bicyclist connectivity. Emphasis should be placed on tying the eastern and western areas of the District together by providing linkages between the waterfront and the Pinellas Trail. The City will coordinate with Pinellas County to improve the Pinellas Trail. The City rights-of-way that dead-end at the Harbor will be retained for public access. Public improvements to the Seminole Boat Ramp will enhance waterfront access and appearance and create inviting public access to the waterfront. Current planned improvements include additional parking, a pedestrian promenade through the marina, an elevated observation platform, new greenspace by the Playhouse, landscaping, and public restrooms. Redevelopment should provide opportunities for comfortable walking and access to public areas including the Seminole Boat Ramp and Pinellas Trail. The crossing of the Pinellas Trail on Drew Street will be improved for bicyclist and pedestrian safety. The District will be a place that facilitates a healthy, active, and social lifestyle. Views of and public access to the water off er a unique opportunity to create a special place. View corridors of the water from the bluff and specifi cally from Nicholson Street and across the School Board property will be required. Intensity, Density & HeightDevelopment potential and maximum permitted heights are shown in Map series 3.2-3.6. The Old Bay development potential is specifi ed in Table 3.2. The Old Bay District is a transitional District and the development potential varies to provide a buff er from the most intense uses to the single family home neighborhoods, outside the District. Additionally the development potential supports a concentration of commercial uses along North Fort Harrison Avenue. FARFronting on N. Ft. Harrison Ave. & westward: 1.5Eastward of properties fronting on N. Ft. Harrison Ave.: 0.5Density35 dwelling units per acre or50 dwelling units per acre for mixed useWest of N. Osceola Ave. & north of Seminole St. & 2 acres or greater, excluding properties fronting on Cedar St.: 50 hotel units per acreBed and Breakfasts: 35 rooms per acre, not to exceed 10 roomsHeightWest of N. Osceola Ave. & between Drew and Georgia Sts. or between N. Osceola & N. Ft. Harrison Aves. & between Jones & Drew Streets: 150 feetWest of Garden Ave. & south of Nicholson St.: 55 feetEast of Garden Ave. & south of Nicholson St., or north of Nicholson St. & between N. Ft. Harrison & Garden Aves., or north of Cedar St. & between N. Osceola & N. Ft. Harrison Aves.: 45 feetNorth of Nicholson St. & south of Cedar St. & west of N. Ft. Harrison Ave. & east of N. Osceola Ave., or west of N. Osceola Ave. & fronting on Cedar St., or north of Nicholson St. & east of Garden Ave.: 35 feetTable 3.2. Old Bay Development Potential December, 2017 | 63 of 189Chapter 3. Land Use / Redevelopment PlanDevelopment PatternsRedevelopment in the Old Bay District will provide a variety of housing types and densities, mixed use developments as well as neighborhood-scale retail and office development; however, the retention, renovation, and restoration of existing historic homes throughout the District is strongly encouraged. New development and redevelopment will be oriented towards the street. Wide sidewalks will enhance the walkability of the neighborhood. The development potential and height encourages a form of development that fills out a site and reduces vacant space around buildings. Bed and breakfasts may operate within the District; however hotel development may only occur in the area west of North Osceola Avenue, north of Seminole Street and excluding those properties fronting on Cedar Street. Height of development shall be conscious of the transition from the Downtown Core where height is unlimited to the established single family residential scale in the District. North Fort Harrison Avenue is the main commercial area providing neighborhood commercial uses on properties on both sides of the street, but existing residential may remain and mixed-use is anticipated. Wide sidewalks with limited curb cuts are desired for a safe and comfortable experience. New development and redevelopment will contribute to an active and friendly place for walking and biking.The Pinellas Trail is an economic opportunity for residential and commercial investment. The continuation of residential uses along the Trail is encouraged. The properties at the intersection of the Pinellas Trail and Drew Street are the most appropriate for restaurant, brewpub or cultural uses; however, other sites along the Trail may be considered for compatible trail-oriented uses. While development adjacent to the Pinellas Trail may delineate the boundaries between the public and private realm, access should be provided so residents can enjoy this amenity and business can be supported by Trail users. The City’s Gas Department administrative offices and warehouse shall remain at its location between Myrtle Avenue and the Trail. Supporting DocumentsNorth Marina Area Master PlanThe North Marina Area Master Plan was commissioned by the City of Clearwater in response to ULI recommendations which identified a variety of opportunities in the Old Bay District. At the time it was conducted the North Marina Area Master Plan boundary only partially overlapped with the northern area of the Old Bay District. This area of overlap constituted 103 parcels totaling 32 acres. The portion of the North Marina Area Master Plan boundary that extended north beyond the District included an additional 41 parcels totaling 9 acres. The Master Plan recommends the additional area be incorporated into the Old Bay Character District and Downtown Planning Area. The overall goals of the North Marina Area Master Plan are incorporated into the vision and policies of this District and are supported throughout the Downtown Redevelopment Plan. Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan64 of 189 | December, 2017The goals for the North Marina Area Master Plan are to: 1) balance the needs of the boating community, area residents, and the development community; and 2) provide the greatest value to the residents and the City. The plan also focuses on enhancing the publicly-accessible open space elements at the Seminole Boat Ramp. The Plan builds upon existing assets and establishes a vision that was defined through extensive public engagement to remedy existing deficiencies. Redevelopment in the area should include a connection to the Pinellas Trail, multimodal connections, and improvements to the Seminole Boat Ramp to enhance both waterfront access and appearance.The Plan identifies North Fort Harrison Avenue as a mixed-use corridor, with mid-rise residential above active uses and parking or single story buildings with parking in rear, and reduced driveways to prevent conflicts with pedestrians. Historic houses along North Fort Harrison Avenue can remain and be compatible with the limited redevelopment anticipated. Through the planning process the community indicated the greatest support for low-rise development (1 to 3 stories or up to 40 feet tall) on the waterside (west of North Fort Harrison Avenue). The community supported green space as an amenity within the North Marina Area. At the boat ramp the community supported a sit down casual restaurant, waterfront boardwalk and restrooms. The Plan identifies key catalyst sites and uses for redevelopment including a hotel on the northeast portion of the Clearwater Basin Marina and tourism development along North Osceola Avenue near the boat ramp. The Plan includes several suggestions for the North Ward School encouraging that it be reopened, and envisions a makers courtyard at the Cedar block with live-work bungalows with “makers” shops, galleries, and kitchen incubators.Old Bay District PoliciesThe following policies shall govern development within the Old Bay District, as well as City actions.Policy 1:Amend the Future Land Use Map and Zoning Atlas to designate parcels in the Old Bay expansion area Central Business District (CBD) and Downtown (D) District, consistent with the remainder of properties in the Old Bay District.Policy 2:Conduct an updated historic survey to identify potential contributing structures to a historic district within the District. Policy 3:Pursue historic designation of the North Ward School. Policy 4:Establish a building renovation assistance program (e.g., low-interest loans or grants) to revitalize and retain the older housing stock in the District. Policy 5:Develop North Fort Harrison Avenue as a pedestrian-oriented gateway into the Downtown. Policy 6:Utilize sidewalk easements along North Fort Harrison Avenue to achieve wider sidewalks where existing public right-of-way is inadequate. Policy 7:Mixed-use development is encouraged along North Fort Harrison Avenue.Policy 8:Improve North Fort Harrison Avenue with streetstcaping that incorporates lighting, Low Impact Development, and Green Streets to connect Old Bay to the Downtown Core. Policy 9:Connections from the Pinellas Trail to Clearwater Harbor and the Seminole Boat Ramp should be accomplished through signage, lighting, sidewalks and bicycle/pedestrian facilities.Policy 10:Limited commercial nodes that are compatible with the neighborhood and supports trail users may be permitted along the Pinellas Trail. Policy 11:Activate the Seminole Boat Ramp to be a recreation site and improve it with pedestrian paths, picnic areas, park benches, landscaping, lighting, and Low Impact Development (LID) techniques. Policy 12:Support the continuation of the Francis Wilson Playhouse. December, 2017 | 65 of 189Chapter 3. Land Use / Redevelopment PlanPolicy 13:Protect view corridors from Nicholson Street through design standards, building placement, orientation. Policy 14:Coordinate with Pinellas County Schools to explore options to repurpose the North Ward School. Policy 15:Explore options to facilitate the development of affordable live/work bungalows with maker’s shops, galleries, and restaurant startups.Column intentionally left blank Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan66 of 189 | December, 2017The North Marina Area is a vibrant waterfront community on Clearwater HarborWith a variety of uses, it attracts residents, businesses, visitors, and the boating community. It is unique, charming and peaceful, with historic character and culture. It promotes a healthy, active, social, family-friendly, and environmentally-responsible lifestyle. It is a safe and fun place to live, work and play, day and night. Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan68 of 189 | December, 2017SOUTH GATEWAY DISTRICT The South Gateway District is generally bounded by parcels fronting on Chestnut Avenue on the north, the Pinellas Trail on the east, South Fort Harrison Avenue on the west and Druid Road on the south as illustrated above. The District is comprised of 61 parcels of land totaling 23.1 acres and represents 4.2% of the total Downtown Plan Area. Existing ConditionsThe South Gateway is the principal entryway to Downtown from the south. It is also a transition area between the more intensely developed Downtown Core and the Harbor Oaks neighborhood to the southwest and to Morton Plant Hospital further south. Though it is a small area it is largely redeveloped with a mix of townhomes, retail, office, and County buildings, with some remaining vacant/underutilized parcels. The District has one of the three grocery stores serving the Downtown area and a retail center along the heavily-used commuter route of South Fort Harrison Avenue. The single family houses along Turner Street have largely been adapted to neighborhood scale office and residential. Two trails cross the District, the Pinellas Trail running north/south and the Druid Trail running east/west. According to the U.S. Census, the South Gateway Character District has the lowest median household income at $17,167, but residents also have the lowest median home rent at $562, so few are cost burdened (pay more than 50% of income towards rent). The District also has the highest renter occupancy at 89%. Because there are less Source: mySidewalk.com; US Census 2011-2015 ACSGraph 3.6. South Gateway Race/EthnicityWhiteBlack AsianTwo + RacesHispanic/LatinoNon Hispanic/LatinoRaceEthnicitySource: mySidewalk.com; US Census 2011-2015 ACSGraph 3.5. South Gateway Occupancy79.4%16.3%2.6%1.7%27.9%72.1% December, 2017 | 69 of 189Chapter 3. Land Use / Redevelopment Planthan 30 residential properties in this District, the majority of which are part of a newer townhouse complex with property values above the City and Downtown median home values and known rental values significantly higher, the apportioning of data for this small geographic area may have skewed the results in this District.District VisionThe South Gateway will continue to provide a transition from the Downtown Core to the single family neighborhoods to the southeast and the Morton Plan Hospital medical area to the south. Adaptive reuse of single family houses into neighborhood scale office will characterize much of Turner Street and is encouraged. Community shopping uses that serve the nearby neighborhoods, employees and commuters and existing offices should remain. South Fort Harrison Avenue will continue to be ideal frontage for commercial, office, and medical uses due to its proximity to the Morton Plant Hospital campus. Curb cuts along South Fort Harrison Avenue are discouraged. The District is also envisioned to redevelop with residential uses such as townhomes and apartments. The South Gateway will be pedestrian friendly and support the multi-modal improvements and connections in Downtown. Intensity, Density & HeightDevelopment potential and maximum permitted heights are shown in Map series 3.2-3.6. The South Gateway development potential is specified in Table 3.3. Development Patterns Due to its adjacency with the Downtown Core and established development patterns, the scale and context of buildings are to be urban in nature and promote a pedestrian-friendly environment. Connections within the District to the Pinellas and Druid Trails are encouraged through site design, streetscape improvements and landscaping. While development adjacent to the Pinellas Trail may delineate the boundaries between the public and private realm, access should be provided so residents can enjoy this amenity and business can be supported by Trail users. FAR 1.5Density 35 dwelling units per acre or50 dwelling units per acre for mixed-useHeight 55 feetTable 3.3. South Gateway Development Potential Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan70 of 189 | December, 2017South Gateway District PoliciesThe following policies shall govern development within the South Gateway District, as well as City actions:Policy 1:The visual connection between the South Gateway and Harbor Oaks Historic District should be strengthened through streetscaping elements and building design. Policy 2:The intersection of the Pinellas Trail and the Druid Trail will be improved with wayfinding to promote the significance of the City’s multimodal network. Uses that support the trail and its users are encouraged. Policy 3:Improve the identification and wayfinding of the Druid Trail as part of the regional network with signage and trail markings. Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan72 of 189 | December, 2017PROSPECT LAKE DISTRICTThe Prospect Lake Character District is bounded by Drew Street on the north, Missouri Avenue on the east, Myrtle Avenue on the west and on the south by Court Street and parcels fronting on Chestnut Street as illustrated above. There are 440 parcels of land totaling 131.9 acres in this District. The Prospect Lake District represents 23.8%of the land area within the Downtown Plan Area.Existing ConditionsThis District includes a mix of retail, office, utility/infrastructure, and residential uses as well as a significant amount of underutilized and vacant property, including the partially constructed 1100 Cleveland building. The Prospect Lake Character District has near even renter and owner occupancy rates and an older housing stock (median housing age 1964). The District has the largest concentration of black residents in the Downtown Planning Area at 23.1%. Recent developments include Fire Station 45 and the Residence Inn both on Court Street, and the Tampa Bay Times building on Cleveland Street. Graph 3.8. Prospect Lake Race/EthnicityThere are also non-conforming vehicle service and industrial uses. There is a concentration of residential housing with historic character along Grove Street between Martin Luther King, Jr. Avenue and Cleveland Street. Parcels in the northeast corner of the District are not designated Central Business District future land use or Downtown zoning district, as shown on Maps 2.2 -2.3. Additional single family homes are scattered throughout the area west of Madison Avenue. Northeast Cleveland Street has small office and commercial buildings. Small portions Graph 3.7. Prospect Lake OccupancySource: mySidewalk.com; US Census 2011-2015 ACSWhiteBlackTwo + RacesHispanic/LatinoNon Hispanic/LatinoRaceEthnicitySource: mySidewalk.com; US Census 2011-2015 ACS71.4%23.1%5.5%14.2%85.8% December, 2017 | 73 of 189Chapter 3. Land Use / Redevelopment Planof the District contain a street grid, but the grid is lacking in other areas of the District. In 2003 the City completed construction of Prospect Lake Park in the vicinity south of Park Street between Prospect and Ewing Avenues which provides an alternative to on-site stormwater retention for properties within the watershed area as shown in Map 14 in Chapter 4. In addition, Prospect Lake Park functions as a passive park with pedestrian pathways surrounding the perimeter of the lake. The Nolen, a mixed use development at the southeast corner of Cleveland Street and South Prospect Avenue and along Prospect Lake Park was mostly completed in 2017. The 1100 Cleveland building is redeveloping as a multi-story apartment building with commercial business on the first floor. The parcels between Myrtle Avenue and Prospect Avenue are underutilized, primarily with one- to two-story buildings, vacant lots, and some of the aforementioned vehicle service uses. At the southwest corner of Cleveland Street and North Missouri Avenue, along the eastern edge of the District, is the corporate headquarters of FrankCrum. This large parcel is suburban in character, whereas the remainder of the District is more urban. District VisionThe Prospect Lake District is a transitional area between the Downtown Core with the highest intensity of development and Downtown Gateway District which is primarily a mix of low scale housing and commercial development. This District is an emerging residential district, and further growth is anticipated and desired. The significant amount of vacant and nonconforming properties provide opportunity, and the allowable density will facilitate a variety of residential development ranging from large-scale multi-family to smaller infill projects. The addition of new residents in the Prospect Lake District will enliven Downtown and provide a market for new retail developments and food and drink establishments. A variety of office and commercial uses currently exist and are encouraged to continue, and in specific areas more intense commercial and office development is envisioned. Alternate U.S. Highway 19 (Alt. US-19) has been re-designated from South Fort Harrison Avenue to Myrtle Avenue and functions as the primary north-south through route. Challenges to walkability and crossing due to traffic volume must be mitigated by design to facilitate Myrtle Avenue as a walkable urban street. Additionally, while Myrtle Avenue serves as the dividing line between the Downtown Core and the Prospect Lake District, where a transition in intensity of development is appropriate the area between Myrtle and Prospect Avenues shall support a higher intensity and density than the remainder of the District. Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan74 of 189 | February, 2018Intensity, Density & HeightDevelopment potential and maximum permitted heights are shown in Maps 3.2-3.6. Prospect Lake development potential is specifi ed in Table 3.4. Greater development potential along the western edge of the District allows for development of Myrtle Avenue as a cohesive corridor. Development PatternsSupporting more intense development along the eastern frontage of Myrtle Avenue that is balanced and in character with the Downtown Core is important to bridge the current divide that exists between the east and west sides of the corridor. The blocks east of Myrtle Avenue have the potential to develop at scales that support the eastern edge of the Downtown Core and provide a more active and urban setting around Prospect Lake, which serves as a natural transition to less intensive development to the east. Properties fronting on Cleveland Street and northward will be lower in scale and height to transition to the existing single-family development pattern in the Grove Street neighborhood. Renovation of small historic single-family homes in this area is encouraged while new construction in the vicinity should respect the height and scale of the Grove Street neighborhood. Residential development south of Cleveland Street or along South Prospect Avenue adjacent to Prospect Lake Park should be oriented toward the park and Cleveland Street. Commercial uses of the type and scale to serve local residential areas are permitted and encouraged along Northeast Cleveland Street, Cleveland, Court and Chestnut Streets and Myrtle and Martin Luther King, Jr. Avenues. However, more intense non-residential development may be considered along Myrtle and Missouri Avenues and Court and Chestnut Streets. Hotels, in particular, are permitted on property fronting Cleveland, Court and Chestnut Streets. Existing residential scale offi ces along Northeast Cleveland Street and Grove and Gould Streets are encouraged to remain and improve. Furthermore, adapting these structures into mixed use or live/work arrangements is permitted and encouraged. Generally, live/work arrangements are permitted throughout the District as are bed and breakfasts.Development throughout the District (residential and nonresidential) shall be designed to create an urban environment that is comfortable and safe for people walking while accommodating vehicles where appropriate.Prospect Lake District PoliciesThe following policies shall govern development within the Prospect Lake District, as well as City actions:Policy 1:Preferred housing styles north of Laura Street are a variety of small scale residential including but not limited to quads, multi-plexes, bungalow courts, townhouses and single family houses of a size and scale consistent with the neighborhood.Policy 2:Explore options to centrally locate parking to serve the District’s commercial uses as infrastructure. Policy 3:Existing neighborhood scale offi ce and commercial uses north of Laura Street are encouraged to remain and be renovated. FARWest of S. Prospect Ave. & Knights Alley: 2.5Remainder of District: 1.5DensityWest of S. Prospect Ave. & Knights Alley: 75 dwelling units per acreRemainder of District: 50 dwelling units per acreEntire District: 40 hotel units per acre,Bed and Breakfasts: 35 rooms per acre, not to exceed 10 rooms HeightSouth of Laura St. & fronting on or south of Cleveland St.: 75 feetNorth of Laura St. & west of Martin Luther King, Jr. Ave.: 55 feetNorth of & not fronting on Cleveland St. & east of Martin Luther King, Jr. Ave.: 35 feetTable 3.4. Prospect Lake Development Potential December, 2017 | 75 of 189Chapter 3. Land Use / Redevelopment PlanPolicy 4:The City will coordinate with FDOT to ensure future designs of Alt. US-19/Myrtle Avenue, will incorporate complete streets design. Policy 5:The City will coordinate with FDOT to improve pedestrian and bicyclist crossing north and south of Court and Chestnut Streets.Policy 6:Amend the Future Land Use Map and Zoning Atlas to designate all parcels in the Prospect Lake Character District as Central Business District (CBD) and Downtown (D) District, consistent with the remainder of properties in Prospect Lake.Column intentionally left blank Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan76 of 189 | December, 2017DOWNTOWN GATEWAY DISTRICT The Downtown Gateway District is generally bounded by Drew Street on the north, Highland Avenue on the east, Missouri Avenue on the west and Court Street on the south as illustrated above. This District is comprised of 914 parcels totaling 175.3 acres and represents 31.6%of the total Downtown Plan Area. Existing ConditionsThe Downtown Gateway District is a predominantly residential district with limited low scale commercial buildings along Missouri Avenue, Court and Cleveland Streets and Gulf to Bay Boulevard. This area of Clearwater is known for its large Hispanic population, primarily from the Hidalgo region of Mexico, which brings a unique culture and a variety of businesses not found in other areas of the Downtown or City. The Downtown Gateway is the outlier in several demographics categories. It was one of the only Districts to see population growth between 2000 and 2010. The District has 92.8% Graph 3.10. Downtown Gateway Race/Ethnicityof the Downtown’s total Hispanic population, the youngest median age in the Downtown Planning Area at 31.7 years, and the highest average persons per household at 2.7 persons. In addition to having a high percentage of rental units (88% of housing units), this District also has the highest percent of cost burdened persons spending more than 50% of income on rent. Source: mySidewalk.com; US Census 2011-2015 ACSGraph 3.9. Downtown Gateway OccupancyWhiteBlackTwo + RacesOther, One RaceAsianHispanic/LatinoNon Hispanic/LatinoRaceEthnicitySource: mySidewalk.com; US Census 2011-2015 ACS80.2%12.8%3.3%1.9%1.8%60.9%31.1% December, 2017 | 77 of 189Chapter 3. Land Use / Redevelopment PlanThe intersection of Missouri Avenue and Cleveland Street is a major entry node, but the main entrance to the District and Downtown is at Five Points, the intersection of Gulf to Bay Boulevard, Court Street, and Highland Avenue. This intersection was enhanced in 2012 with streetscaping and a stone obelisk gateway feature. When the Memorial Bridge Causeway opened in 2005 and routed traffic from Gulf to Bay and Cleveland Street to SR- 60/Court Street it emphasized the street’s wide and underutilized rights-of-way with low traffic counts. Several streets in the District are narrow and have limited space in the right-of-way for sidewalks. Many properties have non-conforming parking in the right-of-way that backs out into the road. Phase III of the Cleveland Streetscaping Project is anticipated to improve the public realm with pavers or painted concrete, lighting, benches, additional shade from trees, on-street parking, expanded outdoor café opportunities and will enhance an already walkable environment with wider sidewalks. The natural amenity of Stevenson Creek runs south-north, entering Clearwater Harbor near Sunset Point Road, and is largely inaccessible as a source of recreation or beauty.Within the Downtown Gateway there is a mix of businesses and some notable reinvestment in the District. The District contains two of the Downtown’s grocery stores, a medical training facility and a community of Hispanic businesses. A large private school is located on Court Street, just west of Five Points. An institutional use on Park Street provides community services including feeding and assistance for the homeless. Notable reinvestment includes the office and retail properties on the east and west side of the obelisk that renovated at a similar time as when the Photo Sources: (Center) Howard Warshauer, Community Garden, 2017City improvements were completed. The former Economy Inn site was purchased and demolished by the Community Redevelopment Agency and now a portion of the site is a community garden. The development of 33 affordable townhouses located at the corner of Drew Street and North Betty Lane was completed in 2014. Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan78 of 189 | February, 2018District VisionThe Downtown Gateway will be a walkable, vibrant, stable, and diverse neighborhood defi ned by its unique cultural base and mixed land uses. Cultural events and attractions, festivals, markets, restaurants, and shopping will be integrated into the neighborhood. The function and aesthetics of the gateway to Downtown will be improved with attractive streetscape and landscaping elements with appropriate wayfi nding signage that identify the District as a Downtown neighborhood and promote pedestrian and bicyclist connectivity. Phase III of the Cleveland Streetscaping Project is anticipated to provide much of this. A unique sense of place will be created with a destination market place and festival core along Cleveland Street and/or Gulf to Bay Boulevard that will foster multi-cultural community gathering. Stevenson Creek will be improved to connect the District to Glen Oaks Park across Court Street to the south and the Clearwater Country Club across Drew Street to the north. The residential neighborhoods will remain as traditional urban neighborhoods with a mix of low-rise housing types. Small infi ll redevelopment such as single family homes, townhomes, bungalow courts and duplexes that are compatible with single family neighborhoods and typically found in an urban downtown are appropriate for the neighborhood.Intensity, Density & HeightDevelopment potential and maximum permitted heights are shown in Maps 3.2-3.6. Downtown Gateway development potential is specifi ed in Table 3.5. A concentration of commercial uses is supported along Cleveland Street and Gulf to Bay Boulevard. Development PatternsThe existing residential areas should retain their scale and development patterns, with infi ll developments that gently increase intensity while maintaining the scale and character of the neighborhood. New commercial development is supported along Missouri Avenue, Cleveland Street and Gulf to Bay Boulevard and should provide employment opportunities for the District’s residents as well as serve the daily commercial and service-oriented needs of the neighborhood. The growth and facility needs of medical offi ces and small businesses that contribute to the local and regional economy and provide a wide range of skilled and professional employment options will be supported. Where commercial and offi ce development abut residential areas, primarily along the northern and eastern edges of the District, redevelopment should be at a scale compatible with those areas. Consolidation of small obsolete development parcels/buildings may be needed for an adequate lot size to accommodate redevelopment. Pedestrian and bicycle access and connectivity will be included in developments and are critical for livable and walkable communities. FARFronting on Cleveland St. between Missouri & Hillcrest Aves. or fronting on Gulf to Bay Blvd.: 1.5Remainder of District: 0.55Density35 dwelling units per acreGenerally, fronting on Missouri Ave., Cleveland St., Gulf to Bay Blvd. more specifi cally as shown on Map 3.4, Maximum Hotel Density: 40 hotel units per acreHeightSouth of Grove St. & fronting on or south of Cleveland St. between Missouri & N. San Remo Aves., or south of Laura St. between Hillcrest & N. San Remo Aves., & properties eastward of Gulf to Bay Blvd. & south of De Leon St.: 55 feetSouth of Drew St. & between Missouri & Hillcrest Aves.: 45 feetSouth Drew St. between Hillcrest & N. Highland Aves.: 35 feetTable 3.5. Downtown Gateway Development Potential December, 2017 | 79 of 189Chapter 3. Land Use / Redevelopment PlanSource: Gensler & Social Compact, 2012Supporting DocumentsEast Gateway District Vision PlanIn January 2012 the City engaged the residents, business and property owners in the District and surrounding neighborhoods to develop the East Gateway District Vision Plan. The Vision Plan recognized that the District has all the offerings of a traditional neighborhood development: live, work, play and educate, and is uniquely located on the urban edge of the world class destination beaches of Clearwater. The Vision Plan focuses on the creation of a “place” centered on a walkable destination corridor and recognizes four zones to achieve these goals (shown on the inset map below). Zone I West Commercial Anchor is the major entry node at the intersection of Missouri Avenue and Cleveland Street. It is anticipated that this area will serve as an “attractor” from the region for a variety of commercial activities.Zone II Corridor Development identifies the opportunity to re-create Cleveland Street and Gulf to Bay Boulevard as a destination marketplace. This opportunity was created by the re-routing of beach traffic onto Court Street with the opening of the Memorial Causeway Bridge. The Cleveland Streetscape Phase III is a crucial component of the revitalization process and will accelerate neighborhood improvements. East Gateway Vision Plan Zones Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan80 of 189 | December, 2017Zone III Open Space is defined as the natural amenity of Stevenson Creek running through the center of the community. The Vision Plan identifies the creek as a connector to the peripheral community park amenities of Glen Oaks Park and the Clearwater Country Club, and envisions the Creek’s transformation into a community amenity through simple trail/boardwalk and pavilion offerings, and community gardens. A children’s playground in this area would minimize the need to cross Court Street. As a community on the “urban edge”, the offering of open space not only makes it an attractive alternative to the “urban core”, but becomes the differentiator that can distinguish the community. Zone IV Festival Core relies upon the establishment of a core gathering place to foster community identity, pride and ownership. The Vision Plan identifies the intersection of Gulf to Bay Boulevard, Hillcrest Avenue and Cleveland Street as the District’s “Main and Main” as an appropriate location for a Festival Core. The community vision, organized around the four development zones, supports the Downtown Gateway vision, development patterns and District policies contained within. Downtown Gateway District Policies Policy 1:Encourage a mix of affordable and market-rate housing options.Policy 2: Prohibit the rehabilitation of existing motels into residential apartments. Policy 3:Support the assembly of vacant and underutilized properties, as well as the demolition of deteriorated buildings to accommodate redevelopment projects. Policy 4: Encourage the adaptive re-use of underutilized buildings.Policy 5: Transform Stevenson Creek drainage canal into a north-south linear greenway trail. Policy 6:Create a Market/Mercado and/or Festival Core. Policy 7:Encourage community-led public art.Policy 8: Amend the Future Land Use Map and Zoning Atlas to designate all parcels in the Downtown Gateway Character District as Central Business District (CBD) and Downtown (D) District, consistent with the remainder of properties in the Downtown Gateway.Column intentionally left blank Old BayDowntownCoreProspectLakeDowntown GatewaySouthGatewayCleveland StDrew StMissouri AveFt Harrison AveMyrtle AveCourt StChestnut StDruid RdOsceola AveGarden AveGulf to Bay BlvdHighland AveMartin Luther King, Jr AveTurner StJones StSeminole StCedar StEldridge StNicholson StCourt StLaura StGrove StNE Cleveland StMadison AvePark StFranklin StHillcrest AveBetty LnLincoln AveMap 3.2Maximum FARClearwater DowntownRedevelopment PlanSources: City of Clearwater Planning & Development Department; Engineering Department; Pinellas County Property AppraiserPrepared by: City of Clearwater Planning & Development Department, December 20171 inch = 1,000 feet®Maximum FAR0.50.552.54.0Proposed 2018 AmendmentsOld Bay Expansion AreaDowntown Gateway Amendment Area1.5 Old BayDowntownCoreProspectLakeDowntown GatewaySouthGatewayCleveland StDrew StMissouri AveFt Harrison AveMyrtle AveCourt StChestnut StDruid RdOsceola AveGarden AveGulf to Bay BlvdHighland AveMartin Luther King, Jr AveTurner StJones StSeminole StCedar StEldridge StNicholson StCourt StLaura StGrove StNE Cleveland StMadison AvePark StFranklin StHillcrest AveBetty LnLincoln AveMap 3.3Maximum DensityClearwater DowntownRedevelopment PlanSources: City of Clearwater Planning & Development Department; Engineering Department; Pinellas County Property AppraiserPrepared by: City of Clearwater Planning & Development Department, December 20171 inch = 1,000 feet®Maximum Dwelling Units per Acre355075Proposed 2018 AmendmentsOld Bay Expansion AreaDowntown Gateway Amendment Area Old BayDowntownCoreProspectLakeDowntown GatewaySouthGatewayCleveland StDrew StMissouri AveFt Harrison AveMyrtle AveCourt StChestnut StDruid RdOsceola AveGarden AveGulf to Bay BlvdHighland AveMartin Luther King, Jr AveTurner StJones StSeminole StCedar StEldridge StNicholson StCourt StLaura StGrove StNE Cleveland StMadison AvePark StFranklin StHillcrest AveBetty LnLincoln AveMap 3.4Maximum Hotel DensityClearwater DowntownRedevelopment PlanSources: City of Clearwater Planning & Development Department; Engineering Department; Pinellas County Property AppraiserPrepared by: City of Clearwater Planning & Development Department, December 20171 inch = 1,000 feet®Overnight Accommodations (Hotel) Units per AcreN/A405095Overnight Accommodations (Bed & Breakfast) Rooms per Acre10Proposed 2018 AmendmentsOld Bay Expansion AreaDowntown Gateway Amendment Area Old BayDowntownCoreProspectLakeDowntown GatewaySouthGatewayCleveland StDrew StMissouri AveFt Harrison AveMyrtle AveCourt StChestnut StDruid RdOsceola AveGarden AveGulf to Bay BlvdHighland AveMartin Luther King, Jr AveTurner StJones StSeminole StCedar StEldridge StNicholson StCourt StLaura StGrove StNE Cleveland StMadison AvePark StFranklin StHillcrest AveBetty LnLincoln AveMap 3.5Maximum Mixed-Use DensityClearwater DowntownRedevelopment PlanSources: City of Clearwater Planning & Development Department; Engineering Department; Pinellas County Property AppraiserPrepared by: City of Clearwater Planning & Development Department, December 20171 inch = 1,000 feet®Mixed-Use DensityN/AProposed 2018 AmendmentsOld Bay Expansion AreaDowntown Gateway Amendment Area50 Units per Acre Cleveland St Drew St Missouri AveFt Harrison AveMyrtle AveCourt StChestnut St Druid RdOsceola AveGarden AveGu l f t o B a y B l v d Highland AveMartin Luther King, Jr AveTurner StOsceola AveFranklin St Laura St Cedar St Jones St Lincoln AvePark St Hillcrest AveLady Mary DrNicholson St San Remo AveS Prospect AveGrove St De Leon St Map 3.6 Maximum Height Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan Sources: City of Clearwater Planning & Development Department; Engineering Department; Pinellas County Property Appraiser Prepared by: City of Clearwater Planning & Development Department, February 2018 1 inch = 1,000 feet ® Height Proposed 2018 Amendments 75 100 (Hotel Only) 150 45 55 35 Unlimited Old Bay Expansion Area Downtown Gateway Amendment Area Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan88 of 189 | December, 2017HOUSING & NEIGHBORHOOD ELEMENT Residential UseThe following analysis utilizes data from the 2000 and 2010 U.S. Censuses and the 2011-2015 American Community Survey (ACS) to track growth and changes. Due to the ACS being an on-going, but randomly selected analysis, residential units that were constructed after 2010 are not included in this review. Character District boundaries do not always follow Census Tract boundaries; therefore data available at the Census Tract level was apportioned using MySidewalk. Existing Residential ConditionsThe Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan currently governs 545 acres comprised of 2,374 parcels; however the proposed Old Bay Expansion area was included in the following analysis, bringing the total to 555 acres. Of the 555 acres, approximately 28% or 148.8 acres are devoted to residential land uses as follows: 13% multi-family; 5% two-family or duplex; and 9% single-family dwellings. In 2010 there were a total of 2,864 housing units in Downtown, a 9% increase since 2000. During this same period, Downtown’s population increased almost 34%, from 3,718 people in 2000 to 4,974 persons in 2010. Although the median age of the housing units in Downtown is 1974, 47% were constructed pre-1969. Renters primarily occupy housing in Downtown. According to the 2011-2015 ACS, approximately 77% of the total housing stock was renter-occupied whereas the rental rate for the City as a whole was only 41.7%. This is quite similar to the rental rates in 2000, which were 75% and 38% respectively. The median home value in Downtown has risen significantly since 2000, from $48,154 to $203,325 (+322%). Downtown housing values are higher than the City’s median home value of $175,272, which also saw increases (+84%). For a better understanding of the location and types of housing located in Downtown, a detailed review of each Character District follows.Downtown Core DistrictIn the Downtown Core only 8.8% of the land area is developed as residential, there are two parcels of single-family dwellings and there are no duplexes. There are several large multi-family developments, some of which are age-restricted to 55 and above including the Oaks of Clearwater and Prospect Towers of Clearwater. Nine percent (9%)of the housing units were built prior to 1969, while the majority of housing units (45%) were constructed between 2000 and 2009. The large multi-family projects are either located on Clearwater Harbor, directly across the street from it or along Cleveland Street. According to the 2011-2015 ACS, only 20% of housing is owner-occupied, a number that has declined since 2000 when 33% of units were owner-occupied. As of the 2011 – 2015 ACS, the median home value is $316,163, which is 43% greater than the Downtown Plan Area’s median value and 57% than the City’s overall median housing value. Old Bay DistrictApproximately 23.5% of the land area in the Old Bay District is used for residential purposes. The majority of these properties are located west of Osceola Avenue and between Garden Avenue and Blanche B. Littlejohn Trail. Old Bay is characterized by a variety of housing types ranging from small older single-family homes to newer multi-family housing located along Clearwater Harbor, but on average the housing stock is 10 years older (median age 1964) than in Downtown generally. Seventeen percent (17%) of the housing units were constructed before 1940 and another 25% were constructed between 1940 and 1959. The home ownership rate in Old Bay is 33%, which is greater than in the Downtown as a whole (23%). Home values are slightly higher with the median home value at $240,644 compared to $203,325 in the entire Downtown. The majority of higher home values are concentrated west of North Fort Harrison Avenue along the waterfront and the remainder of the District has more modest housing values. Garden Trail Apartments, a new affordable housing development was recently completed and is not included the 2010 U.S.Census data used above. South Gateway DistrictAlthough there are still very few housing units (39) in South Gateway occupying only 14.8% of the District’s land area, this is an increase in 22 units since 2003. The Harold Court 24-unit townhome development was constructed in 2006 and is the District’s largest residential development. Over the years some of the District’s housing stock, mainly along Turner Street, has been converted to office December, 2017 | 89 of 189Chapter 3. Land Use / Redevelopment Planuses. According to the 2011-2015 ACS, only 11% of the housing in South Gateway is owner-occupied and has a median value of $280,371, which is 32% more than the Downtown median housing value.Prospect Lake District Most of the residential uses located in the Prospect Lake Character District are located in the vicinity of Drew and Grove Streets with some additional units scattered throughout the area between Court and Pierce Streets, Martin Luther King, Jr. and Madison Avenues. Single-family and multi-family dwellings comprise the majority of housing in this District and 49% are renter-occupied. The median home value is $151,600, which is less than the median value of the Downtown Plan Area. Housing stock in the District is older (median age 1964), with the largest percentage of residential units built before 1939 (31.8%). The Nolen, a recently completed large mixed use development, represents some of the newer housing construction. Additionally the long delayed Strand development at 1100 Cleveland Street is now under permitting review for mixed use. Downtown Gateway DistrictThe majority of land (53.8%) in the Downtown Gateway District is devoted to residential uses. Twenty-one percent of the area is occupied by multi-family uses, while two-family dwellings occupy almost 15% and single-family dwellings occupy just over 18%. Cleveland Street and Gulf to Bay Boulevard are primarily commercial corridors, while the remainder of the District is residential. The housing in Downtown Gateway is similar in age to that found in other Character Districts. Almost 66% was constructed before 1969. Like the majority of Downtown, this District has a high percentage of rental units approaching 88% of the total. The median home value is $147,626 which is almost 32% less than the median for the Downtown Plan area.Existing Income ConditionsIn addition to the high renter-occupancy rate and an aging housing stock, an important factor affecting housing in Downtown is low income levels. The median household income in Downtown is $43,259, which represents a 64% increase since 2000 but still remains less than the current estimates for the City as a whole ($49,749 median). Large concentrations of low- and moderate-income persons are found in all Character Districts, with the exception of the Downtown Core. In fact, all but two Census block groups located in Downtown have been classified by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) as low and moderate income. Table 3.6. Median Household IncomeCharacter DistrictMedian IncomeDowntown Core$56,426Old Bay$35,606South Gateway$17,167Prospect Lakeno dataDowntown Gateway$31,382Downtown$35,427City of Clearwater$44,198Source: mySidewalk.com; US Census 2011-2015 ACS Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan90 of 189 | December, 2017This means that at least 51% of the household incomes are less than 80% of the median income for the City. Following is a breakdown of median income by each Character District.Existing Housing ProgramsThe City of Clearwater Economic Development and Housing Department provides a variety of housing programs to assist very low- to moderate-income residents. These programs are funded by two federal, one state and one county program. From the federal government, the City receives Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and Home Investment Partnership (HOME) funds. From the state, the City receives State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) funds and from the County, the City utilizes Program Income from the Pinellas County Housing Trust Fund (PCHTF). These programs are made available to Clearwater residents directly from the City or through community non-profit partners, to which the City provides funds for specific projects. Loans are provided to homeowners for rehabilitation and down payment and closing cost assistance. Loans are also provided to developers, community housing development organizations and non-profit organizations for land acquisition, new construction and rehabilitation of affordable housing. Grants are available to social service agencies that provide services to the homeless and other low- to moderate-income individuals and families. “Missing Middle” Infill Housing OptionsThere is a large portion of the housing spectrum that is traditionally found in downtowns, but less prevalent in the existing Downtown Clearwater districts. With single-family detached dwelling units on one end of this range and large-scale apartment complexes on the other, the types of “missing” housing in the middle of this spectrum include multiplexes, courtyard apartments, townhouses, live/work units, and other variations of clustered single- and multi-family units, which are typically compatible in scale with single-family homes. Providing these housing options throughout the Downtown area will generate a gentle increase in density without altering the character of a neighborhood by utilizing underused spaces. “Missing middle” homes are an ideal redevelopment strategy to address changing demographics which include increasing numbers or households led by single persons, those without children and empty nesters.Because Clearwater has an assortment of family and income types, the City wants to ensure everyone has access to an array of quality housing they can afford, while maintaining neighborhood character and improving community relations. “Missing middle” homes create more diverse communities with a stronger sense of place, help meet the growing demand for walkable urban living and can help restore living standards for all family types. December, 2017 | 91 of 189Chapter 3. Land Use / Redevelopment PlanHomeless IssuesLike many downtowns, especially those located in warmer climates, the City of Clearwater faces an ongoing challenge with homeless persons. There are several thousand homeless persons in Pinellas County and the City relies on the results of an annual Point in Time count. In 2017, 20% of the 2,831 individuals self reported Clearwater as the place where they stayed. Agencies providing temporary shelter for this population, however, indicate there are not enough beds to accommodate the need. It is evident that the City’s responsibilities for the homeless will continue to grow. In 2017, the City received increasing complaints of aggressive homeless individuals in downtown. The Clearwater Police Department (CPD) identified a high concentration of Spice (a dangerous synthetic drug) users among the homeless community. The CPD was able to target these offenders and eliminate the Spice problem in a matter of weeks. Also in 2017, the City hired a consultant to evaluate homelessness in Clearwater and to provide direction for staff. There are several components of the homeless population. There are those homeless persons seeking to improve their status and seek assistance. These persons work every day but still need a place to live. There are also those homeless persons who elect not to seek public assistance and choose to live on the street. This group may include the mentally ill, addicted individuals or those who prefer no structured environment or those who may use feeding programs or no assistance at all. It is this latter group of homeless that is particularly visible in Downtown and surrounding areas creating concerns for those working, living and patronizing the area. Issues associated with this homeless group include intimidation, panhandling, crime, use of outdoor spaces for personal hygiene, and others. This homeless group is attracted to Downtown for many reasons including the location of the PSTA bus terminal, the Post Office, access to social services, day labor establishments, bars and inexpensive motels. Through the City Manager’s Homeless Initiative the City provides funding to the Homeless Leadership Board (HLB) and five Continuum of Care providers: Homeless Empowerment Program (HEP), Pinellas Hope, Pinellas Safe Harbor, Religious Community Services (RCS) and the Salvation Army of Upper Pinellas County.Other agencies and religious organizations located in Clearwater also provide assistance to the homeless: Pinellas County Social Services, St. Vincent de Paul soup kitchen, Peace Memorial Presbyterian Church, and The Refuge Outreach Church. The City of Clearwater in partnership with Directions for Living and with the assistance of the Clearwater Police Department Downtown Bike Team provides outreach and referral services to homeless individuals and families. Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan92 of 189 | December, 2017The following policies support improving the condition of the existing Downtown housing stock, construction of new housing and strategies for improving the situation for the homeless. Policy 1:Support increased home ownership and improved housing maintenance by targeting low- to moderate-income areas including Downtown for the use of CDBG, HOME, SHIP and PCHTF programs. Policy 2:Continue and expand housing rehabilitation programs for very low- to moderate-income persons with relaxed underwriting guidelines to facilitate a comprehensive impact.Policy 3:Continue to increase down payment and closing cost assistance for very low- to moderate-income persons to encourage potential homeowners to purchase in Downtown.Policy 4:Provide assistance for the acquisition, development and rehabilitation of affordable and mixed-income multi-family properties. Policy 5: Target the Downtown Gateway and Old Bay Districts for housing rehabilitation, down payment assistance and new infill construction benefitting income qualifying homeowners. The desired outcome of this strategy is to create mixed-income neighborhoods.Policy 6:Provide funds to for-profit and non-profit housing developers to acquire vacant lots and/or construct single-family dwellings in the Old Bay and Downtown Gateway Districts.Policy 7:Target the existing single-family and two-family areas in the Prospect Lake District for housing rehabilitation and increased home ownership.Policy 8:Target the Downtown Core, South Gateway and Prospect Lake District for new multi-family owner and renter-occupied development. Policy 9:Encourage additional non-profit agencies to work in Downtown to provide additional housing. Policy 10:Support non-profit agencies that assist the Hispanic population, especially in the Downtown Gateway Character District.Policy 11:Support neighborhood outreach activities that teach property owners housing maintenance skills. Policy 12: Continue to support Paint Your Heart Out program and inclusion of properties in the Downtown.Policy 13:Continue to work with Pinellas County and other coordinating organizations to address the problem with the chronic homeless population.Housing Policies As described above, Downtown does not lack land devoted to residential purposes nor does the area have a housing shortage for existing residents. However, there are issues affecting Downtown’s desirability as a place to live including significantly high rental occupancies, absentee landlords, overcrowding in certain areas, a relatively old housing stock, deferred housing maintenance, and a disproportionate number of low- to moderate- income residents. Left in its current state, it is likely that the existing housing in Downtown will only continue to attract those who do not have other housing choices and these conditions continue to intensify. While the general economy has improved and market rate housing is strong, conditions for low- to moderate-income households have worsened.An important aspect of the People Goal established for Downtown (see Goals, Objectives, and Policies in Chapter 3) is to make Downtown a place that attracts people to live. In order to reach this goal, the Objectives support encouraging residential uses with a variety of densities, housing types and costs and making available incentives to gain more residential uses Downtown. Due to its location as the employment and government center, its base of potential redevelopment infill parcels, its views of Clearwater Harbor and close proximity to Clearwater Beach, and lack of significant crime, Downtown is an excellent location for new and rehabilitated housing. December, 2017 | 93 of 189Chapter 3. Land Use / Redevelopment PlanPolicy 14:Continue to support the Homeless Leadership Board, Continuum of Care providers and the City Manager’s Homeless Initiative to identify and implement short and long term solutions to the homeless issues. Policy 15:Increase lobbying efforts to obtain more appropriations for housing programs and to secure new sources of funding. Housing StrategiesIn order to implement the above policies, the following strategies should be pursued.Strategy 1:Continue to provide a “local contribution” to developers who are applying for low-income housing tax credits (LIHTC) and/or state or local multi-family bonds for projects in Downtown. Strategy 2: Continue to work with Community Housing Development Organizations to identify properties suitable for acquisition, construction, or rehabilitation of affordable housing. Strategy 3:Evaluate the feasibility of assisting potential low- to moderate-income homebuyers to purchase two-family dwellings so that they can occupy one unit and rent the other to assist in the mortgage payment. Strategy 4:Evaluate amending the Comprehensive Plan and Community Development Code to allow accessory dwelling units as well as specifically encouraging them for affordable housing. Strategy 5:Evaluate impediments to developing missing middle housing such as parking requirements, and develop necessary amendments to the Community Development Code. Neighborhood Impact Assessment According to Florida’s Community Redevelopment Act, Florida Statutes Chapter 163, Part III, a neighborhood impact assessment is required for a Redevelopment Plan if the Redevelopment Area contains low- and moderate-income housing. Clearwater’s original Community Redevelopment Area and Plan were approved in 1981; the statutory regulations at the time required a “neighborhood impact element” only if a project of the redevelopment plan contained and would affect low or moderate-income housing. Amendments to the Community Redevelopment Act in 1983 and again in 1984 revised the neighborhood impact element to be required if a redevelopment area contained low- or moderate-income housing and if the redevelopment would affect the residents in the redevelopment area. Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan94 of 189 | December, 2017focus for those neighborhoods. Construction will begin in 2018 on the last phase of the Cleveland Streetscape project (Phase III) within the Downtown Gateway, from Missouri Avenue on the west to just west of San Remo Avenue on the east, in addition to Gulf to Bay Boulevard from Cleveland Street/Evergreen Avenue on the north to Court Street on the south. City plans call for a festival zone and/or Mercado to be incorporated at the intersection of Cleveland Street, Gulf to Bay Boulevard, and Evergreen Avenue, which will require a reconfiguring of the intersection. This will complete the transition of these roadways after the shift in Beach related traffic to Court and Chestnut Streets from former State roads with excess capacity to local roads that provide improved areas for people walking and biking east-west within Downtown. No changes in the secondary street pattern are planned and those streets will continue to serve as local streets for the Downtown Gateway. The planned traffic circulation changes described above will not negatively impact the Downtown Gateway (2004 expansion area). Environmental QualityThis impact assessment evaluated three areas of environmental quality: potable water, wastewater and stormwater management. The entirety of the Downtown Gateway has access to the City’s potable water system and is served by the City’s wastewater system. Capacity is available for each of these utilities to meet the anticipated redevelopment needs. Therefore, there is no expected negative impact to the 2004 expansion area with regard to potable water and wastewater Although not contemplated by the Plan, should relocation of existing residents be proposed using federal funds, the project shall comply with the federal Uniform Relocation Act of 1970, (Public Law 91 - 646). Traffic CirculationSince the incorporation of the Downtown Gateway (2004 expansion area) into the Community Redevelopment Area, one significant change in the traffic circulation pattern within the Downtown has occurred. The City and FDOT constructed a fixed-span bridge replacing the drawbridge that previously connected the mainland with the Beach. As part of the bridge replacement, access to and from the bridge was moved to Court and Chestnut Streets which are a one-way pair and are designated as State Road 60. Gulf to Bay Boulevard from Highland Street to Cleveland Street and the entire length of Cleveland Street have been reclaimed as local streets. The primary entry to Downtown from the eastern sections of the City is now Gulf to Bay Boulevard and Cleveland Street at their intersection with Highland Street (Five Points). The Master Streetscape Plan, incorporated into the Downtown Redevelopment Plan in 2004, envisioned improving the transition of Gulf to Bay Boulevard, Highland Avenue and Court Street as well as the length of Cleveland Street through Downtown. These improvements, several of which have been constructed, recognize the importance of the eastern gateway into Downtown. Gulf to Bay Boulevard and Cleveland Street serve as local streets for the adjacent residential neighborhoods incorporated into Downtown with the 2004 expansion as well as the neighborhood commercial The eastern portion of the Community Redevelopment Area, as expanded in 2004, does contain low- to moderate-income housing or residents. The following neighborhood impact assessment was conducted for the expansion area only, and has been updated to address current (2017) conditions and planned improvements. The statute establishes six elements that should be reviewed as part of the neighborhood impact assessment: xRelocationxTraffic circulationxEnvironmental qualityxAvailability of community facilities and servicesxEffect on school populationxOther matters affecting the physical and social quality of the neighborhood. RelocationIn the event that relocation of existing residents is proposed to implement this Plan, the City of Clearwater Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) will comply with the Tenant Relocation Plan provisions of Pinellas County Code (Sec. 38 - 81 through 38 - 86, as amended). In accordance with Pinellas County regulations, the CRA will provide relocation assistance if the CRA sponsors or assists redevelopment involving the acquisition of land. The CRA staff will ensure consistency with the relocation and compensation program. At a minimum, the relocation assistance will include advance written notice to tenants, advisory services to assist tenants in finding appropriate replacement housing, and payment of relocation expenses. December, 2017 | 95 of 189Chapter 3. Land Use / Redevelopment Planservices. With regard to the stormwater management, several major projects have been completed that address stormwater within the 2004 expansion area and in the areas west and south. In 2003 the City constructed Prospect Lake Park, a regional stormwater management retention area located south of Cleveland Street and between Prospect and Ewing Avenues in the Prospect Lake District. For development within selected stormwater basins, stormwater is directed to Prospect Lake Park and treated in a wet retention pond. New development within the service area has the option of discharging their stormwater into this system rather than constructing an on-site stormwater retention pond. This regional stormwater pond is intended to improve water quality system-wide as well as reduce the number of unsightly and poorly maintained individual stormwater facilities. Map 14 in Chapter 4 identifies the Prospect Lake Regional Stormwater District. The 2006 Glen Oaks Stormwater project reduced flooding along Stevenson Creek while improving stormwater quality. Additionally, the City is currently upgrading stormwater, sanitary sewer, and potable water lines near the end of their design life within the Downtown Gateway District. The East Gateway Stormwater and Sanitary Sewer Capital Improvement Project provides water quality benefits of removal of over 7,200 pounds per year of suspended solids, 26 pounds per year of total phosphorus, and 69 pounds per year of total nitrogen. Water quantity benefits include reductions in flood depths at several locations. The project will be completed by late 2018. Availability of Community Facilities and ServicesWithin the greater Downtown, there are a variety of community facilities and services available to residents. Existing community facilities include a variety of parks and recreational facilities, governmental offices, social service agencies, churches and community clubs. The Plan recognizes the importance of these facilities in the life of residents and the Plan supports the retention of these facilities in the area. Effect on School PopulationThere are no public schools located in the 2004 expansion area. However, there are several elementary schools in close proximity to serve the existing and new school age children. St. Cecilia School is located on Court Street at Hillcrest Avenue and is the sole private, parochial school in the expansion area drawing students from throughout the City. The redevelopment plan will not have a detrimental effect on providing school facilities to the anticipated new students in the area. Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan96 of 189 | December, 2017Other Matters Affecting the Physical and Social Quality of the NeighborhoodThe proposed redevelopment activities are intended to provide stability to both the residential area as well as the commercial uses within the expansion area. The planned infrastructure projects will enhance the image of the neighborhood and serve to attract new businesses including retail and office development. The improved maintenance of streets, sidewalks, and landscaping as well as housing rehabilitation will improve the quality of the neighborhood. Overall, the proposed redevelopment strategies will serve to increase the quality of life for all expansion area residents. In summary, the proposed strategies in this Community Redevelopment Plan are not expected to negatively impact the expanded Community Redevelopment Area. Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan98 of 189 | December, 2017FUTURE PUBLIC RECREATION FACILITIES & OPEN SPACE The Downtown park system and location of the heart of Downtown overlooking Clearwater Harbor are major assets to Downtown Clearwater. Many of the previously identified enhancements are complete; however, continuing to enhance the park system elevates the quality of these facilities and contributes to making Downtown a destination attracting both residents and visitors. Additional projects are planned within Downtown and these improvements are described below and illustrated on Map 3.7. In addition to constructing physical improvements, programming and events are important for activation of public park space. Downtown Waterfront ParkCurrently the Downtown waterfront park is comprised of multiple parks, open spaces and recreation amenities. An enlarged and redesigned Downtown waterfront park will be comprised of five distinct areas - the Civic Gateway, Bluff Walk, the Green, Coachman Garden, and the Estuary - which, when complete, will increase the park and open space to 19 acres. These areas will provide a variety of spatial experiences with opportunities for active and passive use. This variety, along with additional programming, is intended to accommodate people of all ages and interests, which will help draw people to the park. The distinct zones are designed to provide more human scale and a variety of open space experiences. The Estuary will be a functional and aesthetic highlight of Florida’s coastal ecology with boardwalks and stormwater improvements, and the Coachman Garden will increase day-to-day activities with a state-of-the-art playground, children’s water feature, slides in the natural slope and access to the water. The Green will be a central gathering space offering a variety of passive and active uses, including a four-acre lawn designed to be flexible for a variety of activities, and a new bandshell. The Civic Gateway will connect the Downtown to Coachman Park at the corner of Osceola Avenue and Cleveland Street and is envisioned to include features like a shaded rain catcher pavilion and fountain, splash pad, and upper and lower plazas.Improved connectivity and access to the waterfront through a variety of modes is also central to the success of the Downtown waterfront/bluff area; therefore, the new park design also includes a variety of pedestrian routes and shared bicycle lanes, some of which are part of the Bluff Walk. South of Cleveland Street, the pedestrian and bicycle trails will traverse a more natural landscape, with scenic overlooks and a spiral access ramp connecting to the east-bound Memorial Causeway Bridge sidewalk. Headed north, a pedestrian bridge over Cleveland Street will connect to a more urban section of the park while still providing outlook opportunities and access to Drew Street. Clearwater Harbor MarinaFuture areas of improvement for the Clearwater Harbor Marina include construction of public restrooms, a new dock master building, and a Ferry Landing alongside the promenade and lighting of the bridge and enhanced security.Seminole Boat RampThe existing Seminole Boat Ramp has eight boat ramps and a small picnic area, and several improvements are planned to enhance this pubic amenity. In 2017 the City initiated design and permitting work for certain improvements, including reconfigured paved parking, additional overflow parking, and additional storwmater management utilizing low impact development methods. A pedestrian promenade, an elevated observation platform and new greenspace by the Francis Wilson Playhouse are also part of the design. Additionally a multi-use path providing connections between the surrounding neighborhood and the waterfront is also included and detailed below under Trails subsection. Stevenson Creek Linear GreenwayThe utilitarian and currently underutilized Stevenson Creek drainage canal that runs north/south through the center of the Downtown Gateway is proposed to be turned into a natural amenity for Gateway residents. Many residents use this area as a path on a regular basis and establishing a linear greenway will formalize those connections in a safe and responsive way. Additionally, the creation of a pedestrian trail and linear greenspace between Court Street and Pierce Street will provide needed open space in the District. December, 2017 | 99 of 189Chapter 3. Land Use / Redevelopment PlanMercadoA Mercado, a multi-cultural Market inspired by the Hispanic heritage of the community will create a “place” for community gathering and cultural significance, and will be constructed in the vicinity of Downtown Gateway’s (formerly East Gateway) “main & main” which occurs at the intersection of Cleveland Street and Gulf to Bay Boulevard. The Mercado will be a multi-use space suitable for open space with a runnel (channeled water feature), as well as events and markets with pop-up tents and also permanent building structures for small retail or restaurant. The final design and construction of the Mercado is anticipated to start in 2018. TrailsAn extension of the Fred E. Marquis Pinellas Trail is proposed through the redesigned Downtown waterfront park that will connect the Pinellas Trail with the waterfront and park. The additional route may include a pedestrian bridge over Cleveland Street and a spiral ramp onto the Memorial Causeway Bridge. Additional improvements to Pinellas Trail crossings could make the Trail more pedestrian/bicycle friendly and safe. The Trail crosses several high-volume roadways where people walking and biking the Trail do not have the support of lights to stop traffic for safe passage and must use their judgment to safely cross. Continuation of the City and Pinellas County partnership for Trail maintenance and improvements will enhance the Pinellas Trail. The recently completed Beach Connector portion of the Druid Trail provides a critical route for users traveling to the Beach. Additionally the east-west Druid Trail connects to the north-south Pinellas Trail in the South Gateway Character District. The remaining phases of the Druid Trail will connect to the Duke Energy Trail near US Highway 19. Though the final phases are outside of the Downtown Planning Area, by connecting these two important north-south Trails, the Druid Trail substantially increases the Trail network’s usefulness and enhances Trails within the Downtown. The Druid Trail is anticipated to be complete in 2018/19. Additional multi-use paths and the City’s first cycle tracks will enhance biking connectivity to neighborhoods and area attractions in the Downtown Planning Area. Multiuse paths are proposed on portions of Nicholson Street and North Osceola Avenue in the Old Bay Character District to connect the Pinellas Trail, the waterfront and neighborhoods. Two cycle tracks, which are wide bike lanes physically separated from traffic by a buffer of landscaping, are proposed on each side of the Cleveland Street from Missouri Avenue to Five Points. Cleveland StDrew StMissouri AveFt Harrison AveMyrtle AveCourt StChestnut StDruid RdOsceola AveGarden AveGulf to Bay BlvdHighland AveMartin Luther King, Jr AveTurner StClearwater CountryClubGlen Oaks ParkJack Russell StadiumClearwater HarborMarinaSeminole BoatRampNorth GreenwoodRecreation CenterDruid TrailPinellas TrailStationSquareStevenson CreekDowntownWaterfrontPinellas TrailExtensionProspect LakeParkMap 3.7Future Public Recreation Facilities & Open SpacesClearwater DowntownRedevelopment PlanSources: City of Clearwater Planning & Development Department; Engineering Department; Pinellas County Property AppraiserPrepared by: City of Clearwater Planning & Development Department, December 20171 inch = 1,000 feet®Future Public RecreationFacilities & Open SpacesTrailsDruid Trail - FutureDruid Trail - ExistingPinellas Trail - ExtensionPinellas Trail - ExistingParksExistingExisting - To Be ImprovedFuture ParksDowntown Plan AreaProposed Old Bay ExpansionMulti-Use Path December, 2017 | 101 of 189Chapter 3. Land Use / Redevelopment Plan Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan102 of 189 | December, 2017FUTURE TRANSPORTATION & PARKING As discussed in Chapter 2, there are many users of the Downtown roadway network, all competing for a limited amount of right-of-way. Previous plans and infrastructure projects have concentrated on improving efficiencies for vehicles while starting to enhance the sidewalk system through streetscape projects and completing sidewalk networks. Future projects will continue “completing” the City’s streets for all modes and users, including transit, people riding bikes and walking. Several plans have been prepared by the City of Clearwater, Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), and Forward Pinellas analyzing various aspects of the Downtown roadway system and making recommendations for mid-term and long-term roadway improvements to the existing roadway network to promote safe and sustainable pedestrian and bicycle mobility within the Downtown area. These studies include: xImagine Clearwater (City of Clearwater, 2017)xNorth Marina Area Master Plan (City of Clearwater, 2016) xSR 60 Preliminary Screening Corridor Study (FDOT, 2017)xSR 60 Corridor Multimodal Implementation Strategies (Forward Pinellas, 2017)xIntelligent Transportation Systems Advanced Traffic Management Systems (ITS ATMS) Master Plan (Pinellas County, 2009) and ImprovementsThe following projects’ support the Guiding Principle of being “primarily pedestrian” and address many of the Plan’s accessibility objectives. Pedestrian & Bicycle SystemProviding a network of safe and comfortable bicycle facilities for people of all ages and abilities is the first step toward encouraging people to walk and bike in Downtown. The future bicycle and pedestrian plan for the Downtown area focuses on two major principles: utilizing the existing facilities and removing barriers in the existing bicycle network system. There are opportunities to improve the bicycle and pedestrian system through other design features and non-capital improvement projects in addition to more substantial projects.Waterfront & Beach ConnectionsAn additional extension of the Pinellas Trail would connect the Trail to the waterfront via Drew Street. This extension would also provide a direct connection to the Clearwater Beach Connector Trail on the Memorial Causeway Bridge by providing paths through the waterfront park. The Druid Trail is part of the Clearwater Beach Connector Trail and connects to the Memorial Causeway Bridge from Court Street and will connect to the Progress Energy Trail when completed. Bikeway ConnectionsA number of local on-street bike facilities that would significantly increase bike accessibility are in the planning stages. Bike lanes, sharrows, and buffered bikeways would function to complete the system and provide even more options for connectivity.Sidewalk Network ImprovementsWhile Downtown’s sidewalk network is thorough, a few areas still lack consistent sidewalks. The construction of sidewalks in these remaining areas would complete the City’s network and provide continuous pedestrian access.Streetscape ProjectsSeveral corridors through the Downtown area are identified for potential streetscape and landscape projects. While the primary benefit of streetscapes may be beyond the scope of conventional transportation projects, these projects do have an important role in public works improvements for maturing neighborhoods, especially neighborhood commercial areas with a need for revitalization, and provide opportunities to improve the environment for pedestrians and bicyclists. See Streetscapes in Chapter 3 for more detail. Bike ParkingThe provision of secure bicycle parking facilities is a needed amenity which will support bicycling to and among Downtown businesses, employment, destinations, entertainment, and recreational areas. Urban Design FeaturesBicycle lanes should have unique signage and uniform striping throughout the City to signalize the alternative use of these pathways and the presence of non-vehicular traffic. This will also help to create a safe system for people biking within the Downtown area. December, 2017 | 103 of 189Chapter 3. Land Use / Redevelopment PlanPhoto Source: (Bottom) Lucas Cruse, City of St. Petersburg, Green Painted Bicycle CrossingIntegration of Bicycling with Transit ServicesBicycles can increase the effective service area of transit; similarly, transit with bicycle access can increase bicycles activities. There are various interventions that could contribute to greater integration of walking and cycling with public transport, including:xImprove bicycle facilities at Park Street Terminal and bus stops xProvide bicycle parking facilities at bus stops xProvision for secure bicycle parking at public transit nodes (e.g., bike racks, covered bike parking, and bike lockers) xProvide bicycle rental systems at the vicinity of transit centers Bicycle Sharing ProgramBicycle sharing programs allow someone wanting to ride a bike to pick up a bicycle at one hub station or public bike rack and drop it off at another for a small fee. The objective of such programs is to provide an affordable and convenient alternative to the motor vehicle for short trips. The improvement of Downtown’s bike facilities especially the Memorial Causeway Trail connection would facilitate the implementation of a successful bike share program. Jurisdictional CoordinationBecause of the multijurisdictional nature of the Downtown area street network, expansion of the on-street bike facility network will require coordination with FDOT and Pinellas County. On-street bicycle facilities such as bicycle lanes, sharrows and buffered bike ways that originate on a road segment under one jurisdiction should connect and be continued on road segments under other jurisdictions. Pedestrian SafetyVisual features to signify drivers of pedestrian activity should be implemented within the City. Options include special crosswalk treatments (e.g., special markings, alternative paving, raised crosswalks/speed tables), subtle flashing lights at key intersections that lack other traffic calming devices, pedestrian refuge islands in the median of wide intersections, and curb bump-outs on local streets. Several areas in Downtown would require pedestrian safety improvements including the Drew Street section between Myrtle Avenue and the waterfront. In this section traffic calming measures are recommended as traffic speed changes just before the Pinellas Trail intersection. Green Colored PavementIn 2011 Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) approved the use of green-colored pavement in bike lanes and in extensions of bike lanes through intersections to make bike lanes or potential bicycle/motor vehicle crossing points more visible. The green-colored pavement could be applied to entire segments of bike lanes or only to potential conflict areas such as intersections or the beginning of right-turn lanes. The use of this technique within Downtown roadway segments with high bicycle conflict is recommended (i.e., Pinellas and Druid Trails intersections). Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan104 of 189 | December, 2017Trolley Services Since 2010, PSTA has partnered with the Jolley Trolley Group and local jurisdictions to provide trolley services between Clearwater Beach, Downtown Clearwater, and north coastal communities including Dunedin, Palm Harbor, and Tarpon Springs. Imagine Clearwater recommended an extension of the existing Jolley Trolley service to connect the waterfront and downtown destinations along Cleveland Street and Pierce Street. The plan also recommended improving coordination between trolley, ferry, and PSTA operators to synchronize service (i.e., minimize transfer time and integrate fare payment) and enhance coordination with parking facilities during events. Special Events Park-and-Ride Program The City partnered with PSTA and other community partners to implement a temporary Park-and-Ride program for the 2017 Spring Break season. The program provided free rides to/from Clearwater Beach from three locations in Downtown Clearwater. Based upon the success of the 2017 Park-and-Ride program, the City will continue supporting the program in future years. Future Regional Transit System The Tampa Bay Regional Transit Feasibility Plan is an effort to evaluate opportunities for premium transit within the urbanized areas of Pinellas, Hillsborough, and Pasco Counties and will identify projects that have the greatest potential to be funded by federal grants. The study has identified the transit corridor as one of the major corridors in the regional network. The final plan will also identify the best premium transit system to efficiently serve this corridor.Parking & Traffic Management SystemParking Management Imagine Clearwater recommended a parking strategy that focuses on providing sufficient onsite parking distributed in several locations to meet the daily needs of waterfront users (i.e., Marina, ferry, playground, Library, etc.). Because there is plentiful and underutilized parking offsite, Imagine Clearwater supports the use of offsite parking in Downtown to accommodate increases in parking caused by the park’s expansion and programming. The strategy would encourage visitors of large events to park their cars away from the waterfront and walk to their destinations. Park-and-walk signage should be implemented to lead visitors to the most appropriate parking facilities depending on their entry routes. Single-use parking lots and reserved spaces should be discouraged in the core area. Public and shared parking should be encouraged. Downtown Special Events Management PlanA traffic plan for special events should be developed to manage the distribution of inbound and outbound events’ traffic based on the available Downtown roadway network, access points, and parking facilities. The plan would focus on minimizing travel delays and detrimental impacts of traffic flows on pedestrian movements by applying the following: xManaging pedestrian and bicycle movements in traffic control, when possible;xOptimizing parking garages and lots entry and exit time delays;xMinimizing impacts to businesses and residents;Public Transportation System PSTA has several capital and transit service projects that will significantly impact the accessibility and mobility in the Downtown area. Clearwater Intermodal CenterThe Clearwater Intermodal Center will replace the currently over capacity Park Street Terminal in Downtown to accommodate local and regional bus services, trolleys, premium transit, and complementary transportation modes. PSTA has identified a preferred site on the northwest corner of Court Street and Myrtle Avenue. PSTA developed a scope of work in partnership with City of Clearwater staff to complete preliminary engineering. The site selection process will be followed by environmental analysis and design. Clearwater Beach to Tampa International Airport Express The Clearwater Beach to Tampa International Airport (TIA) Express bus service would provide regional connectivity between Pinellas County beaches and TIA, with stops in Downtown Clearwater, the Clearwater Mall area, and Rocky Point (Tampa), supporting both tourism and regional economic development. This express bus service will complement local service provided by the existing and highly successful Route 60, the most productive local route in the PSTA system. The Clearwater Beach to TIA Express is expected to attract new ridership with expedited, limited stop service seven days a week. Currently, the TIA Express project is on the PSTA legislative priority list to secure an ongoing source of funds. December, 2017 | 105 of 189Chapter 3. Land Use / Redevelopment PlanxMaintaining a positive experience for event goers; and xUtilizing available technologies to enhance plan efficiency (e.g., signs, information regarding events parking and routing during roadways closure).Additionally, as part of the process, impacts to PSTA service should be considered and evaluated as well as opportunities to support economic activities around the major venues.Railways NetworkThe railway’s “Quiet Zone” policy is expected to be implemented once two crossings are closed (i.e., Hendricks Street/Grove Street) according to Supplementary Safety Measures (SSM) recommendations. A quiet zone is a Federal Railroad Administration exemption to the rule requiring trains to sound their horns when approaching public crossings. The closure of these two road segments at East Avenue will result in two dead-end streets; however it was determined to be the most efficient way to achieve the desired “Quiet Zone” through Downtown. Capital Needs A number of the recommendations outlined would require local capital project funding sources in order to be implemented, including the connection or expansion of bicycle and pedestrian networks, roadway improvements, and the Clearwater Intermodal Center. Some recommendations could be potentially funded with state or federal money, but others, specifically related to City-owned streets, would require City funding. The City should prioritize capital needs specified in this section and integrate them into the next Capital Improvement Plan. The City should also seek other funding resources to actively advance the City projects into MPO’s priority list for State and Federal funds. Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan106 of 189 | December, 2017MASTER STREETSCAPE PLANStreets comprise a large portion of land dedicated for public use. Streetscapes constitute the public realm everyone sees, shares and uses daily. The best streetscapes put people first, because people are key to a vibrant economy. Through great design, streets can meet the needs of people while also considering landscaping, stormwater management, utilities, vehicular circulation and parking. Beautiful streetscapes create places where people want to be and attract private investment, and are an essential part of the City’s revitalization strategy.The Master Streetscape Plan provides guidance for improvements within rights-of-way and sets standards for the quality of the public realm which also establishes a standard for private development. Objectives & Street TypesThrough continued investment in streetscapes in the Downtown Plan Area, the City will: xStrengthen the identity of Downtown through a visually attractive environmentxMake Downtown streets comfortable public spaces for social interaction and community lifexCreate memorable places that also reflect local context and characterxSupport local businesses by providing outdoor seating and spaces for dining xImprove pedestrian connections and linkages throughout DowntownxCreate a street environment that supports a high level of pedestrian safety and securityxIntegrate human scale, pedestrian, bicycle, and transit-oriented features into the DowntownxPromote healthy lifestyles by encouraging walking and biking to destinationsxEnhance people’s connections to the natural environment through landscaping and street treesxDesign neighborhood streets to provide opportunities for interactions with neighborsxEnsure Downtown is accessible for all populationsThe City has classified certain Downtown streets according to the following street types to provide additional guidance regarding their general function and preferred character within the Downtown network as shown on Map 3.8. Downtown Corridor This street type is applied to Cleveland Street, Fort Harrison Avenue, and portions of Osceola Avenue. The Plan specifies a significantly high level of streetscape treatment for these streets because of their function as the major pedestrian streets within the Downtown Plan Area. Improvements include a variety of paving materials, medians, palm and oak trees, decorative lighting fixtures that can support banners and hanging plants, a fountain plaza and street furnishings. Beach Access CorridorThis street type addresses the Court and Chestnut Streets one-way pair between Martin Luther King, Jr. Avenue and the Memorial Causeway Bridge. These highly visible corridors are the major link between the mainland and the Beach. The streetscape treatment along these streets will consist of sidewalks, palm trees, decorative lighting, benches and painted intersections. Commercial A This street type includes the remainder of Court Street, and Drew Street, and Myrtle and Missouri Avenues. Although these streets carry significant thru traffic, they also serve as key connectors to Downtown from the rest of the County. They are also critical for pedestrian linkages and crossings as they bifurcate the Downtown Planning Area. The Streetscape Plan specifies that date palms will line the streets with oaks located in landscape islands in the center of the street where right-of-way widths permit. Street furnishings, decorative lights and pavers are also included in this design. Commercial BThis street type is comprised of the secondary streets within the plan area including Prospect Avenue, South Garden Avenue, Laura Street, Pierce Street, etc. Design elements for this street type include large canopy trees with palms located at intersections, decorative lighting, sidewalks and benches. The City has completed additional work identifying several streetscape improvements to be completed on certain street or trail segments within the Old Bay Character District: December, 2017 | 107 of 189Chapter 3. Land Use / Redevelopment PlanNorth Fort Harrison AvenueThe wider sidewalks of South Fort Harrison Avenue should be continued along North Fort Harrison Avenue to accommodate the various streetscape amenities and people walking. Both a “road diet” where lanes are narrowed and a five-foot easement from properties on the east side of North Fort Harrison Avenue are needed to implement this. Additionally on-street parking, street trees and “sharrow” markings are recommended. Pinellas Trail Conditions of the trail segment within the Old Bay Character District connecting south to the Downtown Core should be improved with curbs, landscaping, and other aesthetic improvements in lieu of the existing guardrails which are in place to prevent entry from side streets. A gateway at Nicholson Street will create a “place” and provide connection from the Trail to the waterfront. Nicholson Street This street is identified to be a connector from the Pinellas Trail to the waterfront. To accomplish this a reduction in travel lane width and reconstruction of the curb is envisioned to provide for a multiuse path on the north side of the street and additional street trees and lighting added on thesouth side. North Osceola Avenue To better facilitate pedestrians and bicyclists, reduced travel lanes and constructed curbs for a multi-use path on the west side of the street is recommended. Additionally, on street parking south of the multi-use path is also encouraged.Gateways into Downtown will have a specialized treatment that includes a historic pillar that is rooted in similar pillars once located on Cleveland Street just west of Osceola Avenue. Additionally, gateways will include enhanced levels of landscaping and identification signage.Streetscape treatments are illustrated at the end of this section.Photo Source: (Center) Indianapolis Star, Indy Culture Trail, 2015 Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan108 of 189 | December, 2017Evolution of Street TypesHistorically, the City’s Downtown Redevelopment Plan has established street typologies and included conceptual streetscape plans (e.g., cross sections, site furnishing details) for prototypical Downtown streets. Prior to 2004, the Downtown Redevelopment Plan included a street regulating plan with seven defined street typologies, from regional serving to alleyways. The 2004 Downtown Redevelopment Plan incorporated an updated Master Streetscape Plan, prepared by Bellomo-Herbert and Shaughnessy Hart, which reduced the hierarchy of streets to four types within Downtown.. The City has completed additional plans for areas outside of the CRA which also include cross sections for certain streetscape improvements (i.e., North Marina Area Master Plan), which have not been otherwise integrated into the Master Streetscape Plan. Future RefinementSince 2004, several streetscape projects have been constructed - most notably Phases I and II of the Cleveland Streetscape. Changes in community preferences and a desire to achieve more within the City’s limited rights-of-way, including supporting multimodal travel, providing shade for people through additional street trees, and capturing and treating stormwater using green streets techniques, have already resulted in streets being designed and constructed which differ from the original concepts in the 2004 Master Streetscape Plan (e.g., Cleveland Street Phase III, Gulf to Bay Boulevard to the Court Street/Highland Avenue intersection and the Five Points Gateway). Additionally, this update to the Plan sets forth the transition from design guidelines incorporated in the Plan to a form-based zoning code. As part of that process there is a need to consider rights-of-way typologies and future improvements throughout all of Downtown. For example, currently there is no street type established for streets within the Downtown’s residential neighborhoods, nor are street types assigned for more significant roads within the Old Bay and South Gateway Districts. To update and consolidate the various completed streetscapes and identify prototypical street types for the remaining streets throughout the Downtown Plan Area will be a significant project. Revised designs and drawings will be needed for any substantial update of this section. Column intentionally left blank Cleveland StDrew StMissouri AveFt Harrison AveMyrtle AveCourt StChestnut StDruid RdOsceola AveGarden AveGulf to Bay BlvdHighland AveMartin Luther King, Jr AveTurner StMap 3.8Street ClassificationsClearwater DowntownRedevelopment PlanSources: City of Clearwater Planning & Development Department; Engineering Department; Pinellas County Property AppraiserPrepared by: City of Clearwater Planning & Development Department, December 20171 inch = 1,000 feet®Street ClassificationsDowntown CorridorCommercial ACommercial BBeach Access CorrridorPinellas TrailDowntown CoreDowntown GatewayOld BayProspect ParkSouth GatewayProposed Old Bay Expansion Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan110 of 189 | December, 2017Downtown Corridor (Implemented) December, 2017 | 111 of 189Chapter 3. Land Use / Redevelopment PlanDowntown Corridor (Implemented) Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan112 of 189 | December, 2017Downtown Corridor (Implemented) December, 2017 | 113 of 189Chapter 3. Land Use / Redevelopment PlanDowntown Corridor Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan114 of 189 | December, 2017Downtown Corridor December, 2017 | 115 of 189Chapter 3. Land Use / Redevelopment PlanBeach Access Corridor Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan116 of 189 | December, 2017Beach Access Corridor December, 2017 | 117 of 189Chapter 3. Land Use / Redevelopment PlanCommercial A Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan118 of 189 | December, 2017Commercial B December, 2017 | 119 of 189Chapter 3. Land Use / Redevelopment PlanCommercial B Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan120 of 189 | December, 2017Standard Details December, 2017 | 121 of 189Chapter 3. Land Use / Redevelopment PlanStandard Details Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan122 of 189 | December, 2017Restaurant/CaféBicycle Rental and Repair ShopMulti-Use Path to Waterfront and Trail Gateway FeatureTrail ImprovementsResidents’ Eyes on the Trailnt/MtoaGLID Stormwater TreatmentPINELLAS TRAILNICHOLSON STREETSEMINOLE STREETCross-SectionPlan ViewPinellas TrailNorth Marina Area Master Plan December, 2017 | 123 of 189Chapter 3. Land Use / Redevelopment Plan5’Sidewalk(Existing)2’10’ Automobile Lane40’ R.O.W.10’ Automobile Lane3’NICHOLSON STREET10’Multi-use PathBollardFenceFence40’R.O.W.5’Sidewalk5’Sidewalk10’Multi-use Path2’ 12’ Automobile Lane3’ 3’OSCEOLA AVENUE BETWEEN NICHOLSON STREET AND SEMINOLE STREETBollardNorth Marina Area Master PlanCross-SectionPlan ViewCross-SectionPlan View Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan124 of 189 | February, 2018MASTER WAYFINDING PLAN Wayfi nding is a wholistic system that helps people navigate the built environment. While most people associate wayfi nding with signs, it also employs a variety of elements such as gateway features, banners, and public art, and technology such an interactive maps, website, mobile apps and visitor guides. A wayfi nding system promotes an area’s identity and is also an invaluable tool for marketing, tourism and economic development eff orts. The City adopted a new brand in 2015. In order to present an image more consistent with that brand, a new logo was developed for Downtown in 2016 that incorporates colors and the shape used in the new brand. During this same time a citywide wayfi nding system was being developed to create a seamless system that would communicate a consistent identity throughout the city, while allowing for unique elements for the various identifi ed districts in the City. Wayfi nding for Downtown will refl ect the design of the broader citywide system and incorporate the new Downtown logo.The following signs and streetscape features comprise the Downtown wayfi nding system. City Gateways (Secondary Entry Points)(existing obelisks will remain)Vehicular Directional SignsDistrict Identifi cation / Landmark PylonsDistrict Identifi cation / BannersPedestrian DirectionalKiosksOrientation Maps (for use on kiosk) December, 2017 | 125 of 189Chapter 3. Land Use / Redevelopment PlanMerje Design; Wayfinding and Signage; 2017 Plan ImplementationPublic Amenities Incentive Pool | Capital Improvement Plan | Incentives | TIF Projections Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan128 of 189 | December, 2017Chapter 4: Plan ImplementationINTRODUCTIONThis Plan will be implemented in four major ways: through the application of Plan objectives, policies and design guidelines to specific redevelopment projects during the site plan review process, the use of the Public Amenities Incentive Pool, public strategies and capital improvements to the Downtown. Compliance with Plan objectives, policies and design guidelines will ensure that private development results in a development pattern consistent with the vision for Downtown. The Public Amenities Incentive Pool provides a powerful tool to assist the private sector and the public attain the Plan vision. The public strategies are actions to be taken to implement the goals, objectives and policies of the Downtown Plan. In some cases, the action is very specific, i.e., to amend the Community Development Code on a specific topic that implements a Downtown goal. In other cases, implementation of the Downtown Plan requires that the City study effective ways to address the issue. Through a study and/or comparison of innovative techniques used by other cities, Clearwater can learn from other examples and glean the most relevant actions for Clearwater. The majority of the strategies are applicable to the entire Downtown; there are a few strategies specific to character districts. In addition to the description of each strategy, the strategies are summarized in a table including the lead department and timing for the strategy. The Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) establishes the major improvements that are needed Downtown and is the most visible way that the Downtown Plan will be implemented. The Capital Improvement Plan includes five general types of improvements: xStreet Repaving/ResurfacingxUtilities and InfrastructurexStreetscape Improvements/LandscapingxParks and Recreation FacilitiesxPublic UsesThe CIP includes the project name, fiscal year of planned construction, the location, existing and potential funding sources, and estimated cost. It should be noted that the existing and potential funding sources identify that a project is eligible for funding through that source, not that funding is guaranteed or already obtained for the project. The CIP lists the project by funding priority in fiscal year order and, in a second table, organized by the five general types of construction. A description of each project is also included. The fifth section of the Implementation Chapter lists the existing Redevelopment Incentives currently available to development. Detailed information on each incentive is listed, including the program goal, eligibility of projects, funding source, award ranges, sample projects and a contact for more information. It is hoped that this section will be a resource for the private sector during the development of a project. The final section of the Implementation Chapter is the Tax Increment Revenue Projections. The City has estimated the revenues to be available through the tax increment in the Community Redevelopment Area. This estimate will assist the City in planning and budgeting for capital improvements and other expenditures of the Community Redevelopment Agency. RELATIONSHIP OF DOWNTOWN PLAN TO COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CODEIn addition to the Clearwater Comprehensive Plan, the Downtown Plan is the official statement of policy regarding the Downtown and in particular with regard to the use of land and public policies. All development of land, both public and private, undertaken within the Downtown shall be consistent with and further the goals of the Plan. All new or amended development regulations for Downtown shall be consistent with and further the goals of this Plan. The Plan establishes categories of permitted uses and prohibited uses; based on this Plan, the Community Development Code will enumerate the specific types of permitted and prohibited uses and their related development standards consistent with this Plan. The Plan establishes development potential and height for each character district that will govern all redevelopment activity. The tools identified in this Plan to consider additional development potential (Transfer of Development Rights and the Public Amenities Incentive Pool) may be used to increase the development potential in excess of that specified in the Character District upon a determination that the increase is consistent with and furthers the goals of this Plan. The Public Amenities Incentive Pool is the only tool identified to consider building height in excess of that set by the character districts. Other than those two tools specified above, the Plan’s statements regarding development potential, allowable and prohibited uses and, maximum height shall not be varied except through an amendment to this Plan. Although the maximum height established by the Plan cannot be varied, except as described above, December, 2017 | 129 of 189Chapter 4. Plan ImplementationColumn intentionally left blankthe process to reach maximum permitted heights within the allowable range is governed by the Community Development Code.Any development regulation not specifically addressed in the Plan objectives, policies, character districts and design guidelines shall be governed by the Community Development Code. However, should there be any discrepancy between this Plan and the Community Development Code, the goals and policies of this Plan shall govern. PUBLIC AMENITIES INCENTIVE POOLPurposeTo overcome the numerous constraints affecting redevelopment, the Downtown Plan establishes the Public Amenities Incentive Pool to provide an opportunity for the private sector to gain additional development potential while assisting the public to achieve its redevelopment goals for Downtown Clearwater. Eligible Amenities All property within the Downtown Plan boundaries will be eligible to use the Public Amenities Incentive Pool. Allocations from the Pool will be available to projects that provide one or more improvements and/or fees in-lieu of certain improvements that provide a direct benefit to Downtown revitalization. There shall be a correlation between the amount of the bonus and the incentive provided and the actual bonus amounts shall be set forth in the Community Development Code. The allocation of increased density or intensity through the Pool shall be at the discretion of the City as determined through the Community Development Code site plan review process. The types of amenities eligible for density/intensity bonuses may include, but are not limited to: xResidential uses in the Downtown Plan area;xGround floor retail in the Downtown Core Character District;xUses in particular locations and/or mixed use projects that further the Plan’s major redevelopment goals and character district vision; xDay care facility;xPortion of project reserved for Affordable Housing; xSignificant Public Space on site; xPublic Art on site;xPreservation of a historic building to the Secretary of Interior’s Standards;xConstruction of public parking on site;xCultural or Performing Arts Facility on site;xContributions to Master Streetscape and Wayfinding Plan;xContributions to Coachman Park or Station Square Master Plan;xContributions to Pinellas Trail or connector trails; xContributions to public parking facility; orxAs determined by the City Commission. Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan130 of 189 | December, 2017reduction in all or parts of this Downtown Plan area to create development potential or an evaluation of available facility capacity which would facilitate increased development potential in all or parts of the Downtown Plan area. It is recognized that replenishing the Incentives Pool may require the review of the Pinellas Planning Council and the Board of County Commissioners in their capacity as the Countywide Planning Authority. Pool Allocation ProcessThe allocation of additional density/intensity shall be made in conjunction with a site plan application reviewed by the Community Development Board (CDB) through a process defined in the Community Development Code. The CDB will be responsible for ensuring that all projects utilizing the Pool meet the goals, objectives and policies of the Plan and is in keeping with the vision established for the character district in which the project is located. The CDB may consider granting an increase in the maximum building height specified in a character district if the developer of a site plan application provides a major public amenity as defined in the Community Development Code, and the increase in height does not exceed 20% of the maximum permitted height or a minimum of ten feet. Development potential obtained through the Pool shall not be transferred to any other site under any circumstance. DOWNTOWN STRATEGIES Strategy 1:Prepare a study evaluating effective incentives to encourage residential and commercial uses Downtown. Strategy 2:Prepare a zoning study to evaluate the appropriate zoning district boundaries for the following areas: xAreas with inconsistent zoning and land use plan designation. xEast Gateway District-evaluate expansion of the Commercial district in certain locations along Gulf to Bay Boulevard to facilitate consolidated redevelopment sites. xEvaluate Downtown (zoning) and Central Business District (land use) (D/CDB) area along both sides of Cleveland Street from Missouri Avenue to the existing eastern border at (approximately) Fredrica Avenue. The purpose of the evaluation is to determine whether D/CBD is appropriate at that location or if the more appropriate zoning is Commercial District and varied residential districts. Strategy 3:Amend the Community Development Code, Downtown District, to allow certain uses to be minimum standard development to streamline the development review process; amend the Downtown District to be consistent with this Plan. Strategy 4:Amend the Community Development Code to establish the Public Amenities Incentives Pool. Strategy 5:Amend the Community Development Code regarding Transfer of Development Rights to be consistent with this Plan, including removal of the 20 percent limit transferred to a receiving site for property located within the Central Business District Future Land Use category. Amount of Development Potential in PoolThe amount of floor area and dwelling units available in the Pool is created by the difference between the development potential allowed by the sum total of the potential prescribed by the 1995 Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan, Downtown Clearwater Periphery Plan Update, and the underlying land use categories of areas not governed by one of these Plans as compared to the development potential permitted in this Plan. The methodology used to determine the amount of the Pool is contained in the Appendix 7. The amount of density/intensity available in the Pool is as follows:x2,326 dwelling units and x2,119,667 square feet of floor area for non-residential uses. In the event that either the total number of dwelling units or non-residential square feet available in the Pool is substantially or completely allocated, the City shall determine whether or not to allow a conversion of all or part of the remaining potential between dwelling units and non-residential floor area. In its sole discretion, the City shall establish the conversion methodology. When all of the development potential in the Pool has been allocated, the Pool will cease to exist. Upon the Pool’s termination, the only tool to increase density and intensity that will remain available is the use of Transfer of Development Rights. If the Pool is completely allocated during the valid term of this Plan, the City may elect to study alternatives to replenish the Pool. The alternatives studied may include, but are not limited to, a December, 2017 | 131 of 189Chapter 4. Plan ImplementationColumn intentionally left blankStrategy 6:Evaluate the potential and owner interest for a National Register or local historic district in these areas: Cleveland Street from Myrtle to Osceola Avenues; Old Bay character district; and Grove Street in the Town Lake Residential Character District. The study shall be based on the National Register of Historic Places standards and shall be conducted by a firm or individuals qualified in historic preservation, architectural history, architecture, or other qualified field. Strategy 7:Evaluate the implementation of incentives for preservation of historic resources, i.e., local ad valorem tax abatement pursuant to Florida Statutes, historic Building Code, etc. Strategy 8:Enhance existing or develop new programs to educate residents and business owners on the importance of building and property maintenance. Strategy 9:Increase the funds available for the façade grant program. Develop funding priorities for Cleveland Street in the Downtown Core, Cleveland Street Northeast in Town Lake Residential and Gulf-to-Bay Boulevard in the East Gateway. Within each target area, funding priorities may emphasize the local critical issues. Strategy 10:Review the existing transportation impact fee ordinance, open space and recreation impact fee ordinance, and payment in-lieu of providing parking ordinance to determine applicability in the expanded Downtown Plan area.Strategy 11:Amend the Clearwater Comprehensive Plan to designate Downtown as an urban redevelopment area, as described in Florida Statutes. Once approved by the Department of Community Affairs (DCA), work through the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) to designate all or portions of Downtown as a Transportation Concurrency Exception Area (TCEA). Strategy 12:Prepare a traffic analysis to evaluate traffic operations and make intersection improvements subject to that evaluation, after the new bridge opens. Strategy 13:Prepare a traffic analysis to evaluate the ability to designate all or parts of Downtown as a No-Fee Transportation Zone after the new bridge opens. Strategy 14:Evaluate whether or not there are any active septic tanks within the Downtown. If active septic tanks exist, develop program to eliminate the tank and connect the property to City sewer system. The City shall prioritize the use of CDBG and any other available funds to accomplish eliminating the septic tanks. Strategy 15:Identify needed improvements to the sidewalk system within Downtown and incorporate those improvements into the Capital Improvement Budget beginning in Fiscal Year 2004/2005. Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan132 of 189 | December, 2017East Gateway Character District StrategiesStrategy 26:Evaluate the ability to amortize problematic uses, develop and implement an amortization schedule within the legal framework. Strategy 27:Evaluate the potential public/open space use of the triangular property bounded by Gulf to Bay Boulevard, Cleveland Street and Hillcrest Avenue. The site’s prime location could serve as both a gateway for the East Gateway District and as a significant component of the Cleveland Street Streetscape Improvements. The City may consider vacation of Hillcrest Avenue to consolidate the site. Strategy 28:Explore creative solutions to provide a playground to serve the area generally located south of Cleveland Street and southwest of Gulf to Bay Boulevard. Strategy 29:Continue to assist the Clearwater Homeless Intervention Project (CHIP) in its mission to serve the homeless population in Downtown. Strategy 30:Assist the business owners in creating a Merchants Association to work with the City on marketing and neighborhood employment issues which would improve communications between the City and business owners. Strategy 22:Continue to implement the agreement with the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) to redesignate Alternate U.S. Highway 19 from Fort Harrison Avenue to Myrtle Avenue. The City shall also continue to implement the agreement with the FDOT to redesignate State Road 60 from the existing Cleveland Street to the Court/Chestnut Streets pair. Strategy 23:Amend the Community Development Code to revise the payment in-lieu of parking provision. The amendment shall define the applicable geographic area, establish the fee amount by type of use, establish uses that shall not be eligible for the payment in-lieu of fee and establish the allowable uses of the collected fees. Old Bay Character District Strategies Strategy 24:Coordinate with the Salvation Army to ensure that the future redevelopment of the site is compatible with the surrounding areas and at an appropriate scale. Town Lake Residential Character District Strategies Strategy 25:Evaluate engineering alternatives to the stormwater system to effect the elimination of the existing stormwater pond located on the south side of Gould Street midway between Missouri and Madison Avenues. Strategy 16:Continue to market redevelopment sites and develop targeted markets or sites within each character district to encourage their redevelopment. Strategy 17:Evaluate and develop a flexible Building Code that addresses the special challenges of redeveloping/retrofitting old structures while maintaining the goals of health, safety and welfare. Strategy 18:Evaluate implementation of the State legislation establishing a Nuisance Abatement Board to address serious and recurring Code violations and criminal activity.Strategy 19:Continue to implement the Downtown-Gateway Strategic Action program and update on a yearly basis. Strategy 20:Support the location of a movie theater and/or performing arts theater in Downtown and provide assistance, as needed, with land acquisition, land assembly, building rehabilitation and parking facilities development to support the use. Downtown Core Character District StrategiesStrategy 21:Continue to support community policing innovations in the CRA. December, 2017 | 133 of 189Chapter 4. Plan ImplementationColumn intentionally left blankStrategy 31:Assist the residents of the East Gateway in creating a Neighborhood Association to serve as the neighborhood’s voice, improve communications between the neighborhood and the City and help foster neighborhood-based solutions to local problems. Strategy 32: Assist the residents of the East Gateway residential areas in the formation of one or more neighborhood crime watch associations. Strategy 33: Provide a more visible community policing presence within the East Gateway neighborhood. Strategy 34:Continue to support the Police Department’s Hispanic Outreach Program and Apoyo Center. The Apoyo Center addresses many of the service needs of the neighborhood through partnering with other organizations and businesses. Programs of the Apoyo Center include interpretation services, recruitment of bilingual officers, a victim advocacy outreach program, a domestic violence program, crime prevention and drug and alcohol education. Strategy 35:Continue to support the YWCA/City of Clearwater Hispanic Outreach Center and emphasize continuing and enhanced partnerships with social service agencies to assist East Gateway residents. Programs include childcare, diplomatic intervention, adult education, English classes, GED instruction, computer and job training and other related services as the need arises. Strategy 36: Research implementing a low-interest loan program to assist businesses with a variety of activities including the acquisition of buildings and/or properties and the rehabilitation or new construction of new office or commercial space.Strategy 37:Work with the Clearwater Regional Chamber of Commerce to target small business needs.Strategy 38:Establish partnerships with local banks to facilitate conventional loans to businesses in the area. Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan134 of 189 | December, 2017# StrategyLead DepartmentTiming1a1bResidential Incentives StudyCommercial Incentives StudyPlanning/Economic DevelopmentEconomic DevelopmentWithin one year of Plan adoptionWithin one year of Plan adoption2 Zoning StudyPlanning/Economic Development FY 04/053 Code Amendment on Minimum Standard Uses and Plan ConsistencyPlanningWithin one year of Plan adoption4 Code Amendment on Public Amenities Incentives PoolPlanningWithin one year of Plan Adoption5 Code Amendment on TDRsPlanningWithin one year of Plan Adoption6 Evaluation of Historic District PotentialPlanningFY 03/047 Historic Preservation Incentives StudyPlanningFY 03/048 Educational Program for OwnersNeighborhood Services Division Within one year of Plan Adoption9 Facade Grant Program ExpansionEconomic Development FY 03/0410 Impact Fee Ordinances & Payment In-Lieu of Providing Parking ReviewPlanningFY 03/0411 Designate Downtown as Urban Redevelopment AreaPlanningFY 03/0412 Traffic Analysis on Intersection Improvements Public Works/Engineering FY 03/0413 Traffic Analysis on Concurrency Management AreaPublic Works/Engineering FY 03/0414 Septic Tank StudyPublic Works/UtilitiesFY 03/0415 Sidewalk Improvements StudyPublic Works/Engineering FY 03/04 StudyFY 04/05 Begin Incorporation into Capital Improvement Budget16 Market Redevelopment SitesEconomic DevelopmentFY 03/0417 Evaluate Flexible Building Code for Old Buildings Development Services/Planning/Economic DevelopmentFY 03/0418 Evaluate Established of Nuisance Abatement BoardDevelopment Services/Police/LegalFY 03/0419 Downtown-Gateway Strategic Action Program Economic DevelopmentOngoing Strategy20 Movie Theater/Performing Arta Theater Support Economic DevelopmentOngoing Strategy21 Community Policing InnovationsPolice DepartmentOngoing Strategy22 Redesignations of Alternate U.S. Highway 19 (Downtown Core)Public Works/Engineering By Mid-2004Table 7. 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Plan Implementation# StrategyLead DepartmentTiming23 Code Amendment on Payment in lieu of Parking (Downtown Core)PlanningWithin one year of Plan adoption24 Coordinate with Salvation Army (Old Bay)Planning/Economic Development Ongoing25 Stormwater Pond Evaluation (Town Lake Residential)Public Works/Engineering FY 03/0426 Amortization of Problematic Uses Study (East Gateway)Economic Development/Legal FY 03/0427 Gateway/Public Use Site Study (East Gateway)Economic Development/Planning FY 04/0528 Playground Evaluation (East Gateway)ParksFY 03/0429 Assist CHIP (East Gateway)Economic DevelopmentOngoing Strategy30 Merchants Association Creation (East Gateway)Neighborhood Services/Economic DevelopmentMonitor and assist upon critical mass of business activity31 Neighborhood Association Creation (East Gateway)Neighborhood Services/Economic DevelopmentWithin one year of Plan adoption32 Neighborhood Crime Watch Association Creation (East Gateway)Neighborhood Services/Police Within one year of Plan adoption33 Continue Community Policing (East Gateway)PoliceBegin within six month of Plan adoption; Ongoing Strategy34 Hispanic Outreach Program and Apoyo Center (East Gateway)PoliceOngoing Strategy35 YWCA/City of Clearwater Hispanic Outreach Center (East Gateway)YWCA, Social Service Agencies Ongoing Strategy36 Loan Interest Loan Study (East Gateway)Economic Development and HousingFY 04/0537 Small Business Parnership (East Gateway)Economic Development and HousingOngoing Strategy38 Local Bank Partnerships (East Gateway)Economic Development and HousingOngoing StrategyTable 7. Summary of Public Strategies, cont’dColumn intentionally left blank Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan136 of 189 | December, 2017Project NameFY LocationExisting/Potential Funding SourceCostWayfinding Sign Package 2003/2004 S.R. 60 & Highland Avenue intersection directing traffic to Downtown; Court & Chestnut Streets at their intersections with Missouri, Myrtle, Osceola & Fort Harrison Avenues; Drew Street at its intersection with Missouri, Fort Harrison, Osceola & Myrtle AvenuesCDBG*, TIF**, General Fund$750,000Fort Harrison Avenue/Alternative U.S. Highway 19 Resurfacing2003/2004 The entire length of Fort Harrison Avenue within ClearwaterFDOT*** $8.6MPump Station #162003/2004 Southside of the west end of Pierce Street Water and Sewer Bond$698,500Pump station #122003/2004 900 North Osceola Avenue (in front of Clearwater Bay Marina)Water and Sewer Bond$186,000Cleveland Street Streetscape2004-2006 Between Osceola and Myrtle AvenuesPenny for Pinellas, TIF and Private$3.7MMyrtle Avenue Reconstruction and Streetscape2004/2005 Myrtle Avenue between North Fort Harrison & Lakeview Road (including all stormwater outfall from Prospect Lake Park to Clearwater Harbor)Stormwater UtilityTIF$12M$1MStation Square Park Redevelopment2005/2006 The north side of Cleveland Street between East & Garden AvenuesPrivate and TIF$1MClearwater Beach Connector Spur (Pinellas Trail)2004/2005 Turner Street to Oak Avenue to beach (2,000 feet within Downtown)Pinellas County, Penny for Pinellas, CMAQ****$1.2M (includes entire project)Gulf to Bay Boulevard and Highland Avenue Gateway Intersection Improvement2004-2006 Gulf to Bay Boulveard & Highland Avenue IntersectionFDOT (for paving only), TIF and CDBG, Penny for Pinellas$1.5MFort Harrison Avenue Streetscape2004-2006 Nicholson Street to Court/Chestnut Streets Private, Pinellas County, Grants and TIF$4.7MGlen Oaks Park Stormwater Retention Facility2004/2005 Immediately south of the Downtown area at the intersection of Court Street & Betty LaneStormwater Utility, SWFWMD$4.3MTable 8. Redevelopment Projects/CIPCAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PLAN (CIP)To implement the Downtown Plan, the City is committed to investing in the Downtown. Below are a variety of significant Capital Improvement Projects, short- to long-term in nature, addressing streetscape, road improvements, public uses, utilities and parks (Map 12, page 157). The costs of projects identified range between $158 million to $162 million. This Capital Improvement Plan was based on several assumptions: the cost for each capital project is based on the best estimate available during development of this plan; all costs are shown in 2003 dollars; project scope and funding sources may vary as determined during specific project budget and planning phase; Penny for Pinellas funding is assumed to be extended and will be based on the City’s priorities as determined at time of extension. Revisions to the Downtown Capital Improvement Plan may be made by the City Commission during their annual budget process and all changes shall be reflected in the City’s adopted Annual Operating and Capital Improvement Budget. All changes shall be consistent with the goals, objectives and policies of this Plan. December, 2017 | 137 of 189Chapter 4. Plan ImplementationProject NameFY LocationExisting/Potential Funding SourceCostMemorial Causeway Bridge Landscaping2004-2006 Chestnut Street to the east end of the Memorial Causeway BridgeFDOT, Grant and Special Development Fund$500,000Cleveland Street and Gulf to Bay Boulevard Repaving2005 Between Fredrica & Highland AvenuesFDOT $870,000Cleveland Street & Memorial Causeway Repaving2005 Between Island Way & Fort Harrison Avenue FDOT $960,000Main Fire Station2005/2006 Originally planned to rebuild on existing site. Currently reviewing available property on the S. Fort Harrison Avenue corridor between Court Street & Lakeview RoadPenny for Pinellas$4.6MOsceola Avenue Parking Garage (app. 375-500 spaces)*****2005-2007 East side of North Osceola Avenue between Drew & Cleveland StreetsParking fund, Private, TIF and Bonds$5.5-7.5MRedevelopment Garage (app. 375-500 spaces)*****2005-2010 To be determined based on location of major entertainment and/or restaurant/retail usesParking fund, Private, TIF and Bonds$5.5-7.5MReuse of Existing Main Fire Station2006/2007 Current site of Downtown Main Fire Station Penny for Pinellas, TIF and GrantTBDCoachman Park Redevelopment ($7.5M) and 450 space Garage ($7)2005-2008 Coachman Park - expanded to include the existing park site and the area on the south side of Cleveland StreetPark portion: General Fund, Private, Penny for Pinellas and TIFGarage Portion: Private, Parking System and TIF$14.5MDowntown Marina 2006/2007 Coachman Park on the north and south sides of the bridgeRevenue Bond, Private and TIF$5MTable 8. Redevelopment Projects/CIP, cont’dColumn intentionally left blank Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan138 of 189 | December, 2017Project NameFY LocationExisting/Potential Funding SourceCostPinellas Trail and East Avenue widening2006/2007 East Avenue between Drew Street & Druid Road Grants and Penny for Pinellas$3MNew City Hall and associated parking2006/2007 Vacant site to the south of the MSB along Pierces Street between South Myrtle & East AvenuesSale revenue from existing site and Bonds$13.5MOsceola Avenue Streetscape 2005-2010 Osceola between Drew & CourtPrivate, Pinellas County and TIF$3MCleveland Street and Gulf to Bay Boulevard Streetscape2007-2015 Between Highland & Myrtle AvenuesTIF, Private and CDBG$8.6MCommercial Streets “A” and “B”2010+ Per Master Streetscape PlanTIF, Bond, Private and Penny for Pinellas$5MCourt/Chestnut Beach Corridors Streetscape2010+ Per Master Streetscape Plan (from bridge to SR 60 & Highland Avenue intersectionTIF, Private Bond and Penny for Pinellas$5MBeach to Bluff Guideway 2010+ Along the Memorial Bridge between the Downtown and the Marina area of the BeachFederal Grant, Private, FDOT, Federal Transit Authority$40MNew PSTA Multi-modal transportation center2010+ Existing PSTA Site at the SW corner of Pierce Street and Garden AvenuePSTA, Penny for Pinellas, Pinellas County, Parking Fund, TIF$3M, City Share* Community Development Block Grant;** Tax Increment Financing;*** Florida Department of Transportation;**** Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality Improvement.***** The specific size of the two garages will be determined at the time of project planning based on redevelopment activity and intensities; the sizes of the two garages may vary from sizes stated to accommodate the parking demand up to a maximum of $15 million combined cost for the two garages.Table 8. Redevelopment Projects/CIP, cont’dColumn intentionally left blank December, 2017 | 139 of 189Chapter 4. Plan ImplementationProject NameFY CostStreet Repaving/Resurfacing (total $24.43 M)Fort Harrison Avenue/Alt. U.S. Highway 19 Resurfacing (FDOT) *2003/2004 $8.6MMyrtle Avenue Reconstruction * and Streetscape2005$13MCleveland Street and Gulf to Bay Boulevard Repaving (FDOT) *2005$870,000Cleveland Street & Memorial Causeway Repaving (FDOT) *2005$960,000Intersection Improvements*2004/2005 $1MUtilities and Infrastructure (total $16.184M - $20.184 M)Osceola Avenue Parking Garage (375 - 500 spaces)2005-2007 $5.5 - $7.5MRedevelopment Garages (375 - 500 spaces)2005-2010 $5.5 - $7.5MPump Station #16*2003/2004 $698,500Pump Station #12*2003/2004 $186,000Glen Oaks Park Stormwater Retention Facility*2004/2005 $4.3MStreetscape Improvements/Landscaping (total $32.75 M **)Wayfinding Sign Package2003/2004 $750,000Gulf to Bay Boulevard and Highland Avenue Gateway Intersection Improvement2004-2006 $1.5MFort Harrison Avenue Streetscape2004-2006 $3.7MMemorial Causeway Bridge Landscaping2004-2006 $500,000Cleveland Street Streetscape Funding available upon approval of revised Penny for Pinellas list during FY 03/04 Budget approval process2004-2006 $3.7MOsceola Avenue Streetscape2005-2010 $3MCleveland Street and Gulf to Bay Boulevard Streetscape2007-2015 $8.6MCommercial Streets “A” and “B”*2010+ $5**Court/Chestnut Streets Beach Corridors Streetscape*2010+ $5**Parks and Recreation Facilities (total $24.7 M)Clearwater Beach Connector Spur (Pinellas Trail)*2004/2005 $1.2M (includes entire project)Coachman Park Redevelopment ($7.5M) and 450 space Garage ($7M)2005-2008 $14.5MDowntown Marina2006/2007 $5MStation Square Park Redevelopment2005/2006 $1MPinellas Trail and East Avenue widening2006/2007 $3MPublic Uses (total $61.1 M**)New City Hall and Associated Parking2006/2007 $13.5MTable 9. Redevelopment Projects/CIP Arranged by Type of ProjectColumn intentionally left blank Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan140 of 189 | December, 2017Project NameFY CostMain Fire Station* 2005/2006 $4.6MReuse of Existing Main Fire Station 2006/2007 TBD**Beach to Bluff Guideway 2010+ $40MNew PSTA Multi-modal transportation center 2010+ $3M* Funding approved in adopted CIP or awarded grant** Total does not include those projects the costs of which are to be determined at a future dateTable 9. Redevelopment Projects/CIP Arranged by Type of Project, cont’dCapital Project DescriptionsWayfinding Sign Package:In anticipation of the 2004 opening of the Memorial Causeway Bridge, the City is pursuing the preparation of construction drawings and specifications for the Wayfinding Signage component of the overall Downtown streetscape package. It is anticipated that these new directional and informational signs would be in place by February 2004.Fort Harrison Avenue/Alt. U.S. Highway 19 Resurfacing:A FDOT resurfacing project is currently underway on Fort Harrison Avenue from Drew Street south to the City of Largo and will be completed by late 2003. This will be followed by a FDOT Fort Harrison Avenue resurfacing project from Drew Street north to the City of Dunedin to be completed by mid-2004. At that time, the northern phase of the Fort Harrison Avenue resurfacing project and the Myrtle Avenue project will have been completed and the State Road 595 (Alternate U.S. Highway 19) designation will be reassigned from Fort Harrison Avenue to Missouri Avenue, Court Street and Myrtle Avenue. Concurrently, the western terminus of the S.R. 590 designation on Drew Street will move from Fort Harrison Avenue east to Myrtle Avenue. Intersection Improvements:Various improvements to Downtown intersections, primarily signal timing modifications and/or turn lanes are proposed. The location of the actual intersections will be determined following a traffic analyses to be conducted subsequent to the opening of the new Memorial Causeway Bridge and transference of the State Road 595 (Alternate U.S. Highway 19) designation from Fort Harrison Avenue to Missouri Avenue, Court Street and Myrtle Avenue.Pump Station #16:The City will replace and relocate the sanitary pump station currently located on the Bluff behind City Hall. The City is currently evaluating the final location of the pump, which will most likely be on the south side of the west end of Pierce Street. The project is scheduled to go to construction in August 2003 and be completed in August 2004. Pump Station #12:The City will replace and relocate the sanitary pump station currently located at 900 North Osceola Avenue (on the east side of Clearwater Bay Marina). The City is currently finalizing the new location in coordination with Clearwater Bay Marina development (under review). Construction estimated to take place in late 2003 to be completed four months later.Cleveland Street Streetscape:As the primary “Main Street” within our Downtown, the City intends to implement the construction of the Downtown streetscape for Cleveland Street from Myrtle to Osceola Avenues as soon as possible. To that end, the City will be initiating the preparation of construction drawings, specifications, and the partial construction of this segment in 2004 - 2006. Myrtle Avenue Reconstruction:The City is finalizing plans to reconstruct and resurface Myrtle Avenue throughout the Downtown area. Construction is scheduled to be complete in mid-2004 at which time the State Road 595 (Alternate U.S. Highway 19) designation will be reassigned from Fort Harrison Avenue to Missouri Avenue, Court Street and Myrtle Avenue. In addition, the western terminus of the S.R. 590 designation on Drew Street will move from Fort Harrison Avenue east to Myrtle Avenue. Station Square Park Redevelopment:As part of the Cleveland Street streetscape and wayfinding signage improvements, it is the intention of the City to encourage the redevelopment of this important Downtown urban space. It may be possible to initiate this project concurrent with the proposed redevelopment of the Station Square parking lot as part of a significant, mixed land use project. December, 2017 | 141 of 189Chapter 4. Plan Implementation Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan142 of 189 | December, 2017Clearwater Beach Connector Spur (Pinellas Trail):The Clearwater Beach Connector Spur will provide a multi-use trail facility connecting Clearwater Beach, Downtown and the Pinellas Trail. Approximately 2,000 feet of the Connector Spur is located within the Downtown area between the intersection of Turner Street and East Avenue (part of the proposed Pinellas Trail and East Avenue Widening project) and the new Memorial Causeway Bridge (presently under construction).Gulf to Bay Boulevard and Highland Avenue Gateway Intersection Improvement:Once the Memorial Causeway Bridge is open in 2004, a substantial portion of existing traffic utilizing Cleveland Street will move onto Court Street resulting in a significant reduction in traffic Downtown. This reduction may result in certain negative impacts on Downtown businesses. In addition, future traffic might mistakenly utilize Cleveland Street, which will terminate at Osceola Avenue, as a route to the beach.Therefore, the City, acknowledging the level of importance of this “Gateway” intersection, will implement this portion of the Downtown streetscape indicating the correct routes to either the Downtown or Beach to motorists.Fort Harrison Avenue Streetscape:As a major “Gateway” thoroughfare within the Downtown, the City intends to implement this portion of the Downtown streetscape as soon as possible. To that end, the City will initiate the preparation of construction drawings, specifications, and partial construction of this segment in 2004 - 2006. Glen Oaks Park Stormwater Detention Facility:Located immediately south of the Downtown area at the intersection of Court Street and Betty Lane, the Glen Oaks Park Stormwater Detention Facility is a 20-acre flood control and water quality project, which will remove 78 residences from the 100-year floodplain. Approximately one-half of these residences are located within the Downtown area. In addition, 100-year flood levels will be reduced on streets within this area. The project will also include amenities including two multi-purpose ball fields, restrooms, playground, walking trails and associated parking.Memorial Causeway Bridge (landscaping):In early 2004, when construction is complete on the new Memorial Causeway Bridge, the S.R. 60 designation will be reassigned from Cleveland Street to Court and Chestnut Streets. Extensive landscaping will be located along Court Street up to the waterfront and will continue on the west end of the bridge along the causeway to the beach. The landscaping will be coordinated with existing landscaping along the sides of and within islands on Court Street and the beach roundabout.Cleveland Street and Gulf to Bay Boulevard Repaving:FDOT is currently preparing plans to resurface Cleveland Street between Frederica Avenue and Highland Avenue. The construction date is in Fiscal Year (FY) 2005.Cleveland Street and Memorial Causeway Repaving: FDOT is currently preparing plans to resurface Cleveland Street between Fort Harrison Avenue and its western terminus.Main Fire Station:Funded by Penny for Pinellas, this project encompasses the renovation and modernization of the main fire station located Downtown. The improved and expanded facility will meet current standards and better provide for the needs of a diverse population. In addition, a review of possible alternate locations farther to the south is being considered in order to provide a consistent standard of coverage for the entire Clearwater community. Funding for the project will be partially reimbursed by Pinellas County since these resources will also serve the unincorporated areas of the Clearwater Fire District. Osceola Avenue Parking Garage (375 - 500 spaces):Due to the strategic location of this prime redevelopment site “Superblock”, a public/private partnership may enable the construction of a major Downtown parking garage to service the block’s redevelopment potential, and the redevelopment activities which might occur on the parcels lying west of Osceola Avenue. This parking garage will also provide additional parking for the new Main Library, currently under construction.Redevelopment Garage (375 – 500 spaces):As major redevelopment occurs, it is anticipated that one or more major entertainment and restaurant mixed use project(s) will be developed Downtown. Due to the high parking demand of these types of uses, this garage would be sited and constructed to support the entertainment activity. The specific location of the garage will be determined based on the location of the entertainment project(s) and will provide parking for it and other planned/approved downtown redevelopment projects. December, 2017 | 143 of 189Chapter 4. Plan ImplementationColumn intentionally left blankReuse of Existing Main Fire Station: Should the existing Fire Station facility be relocated to an alternative site, the existing Fire Station may be reused to store a variety of Police Department or Parks and Recreation Department equipment and vehicles.Coachman Park Redevelopment and Garage:As part of the future redevelopment of the prime Downtown parcels lying adjacent to Osceola Avenue, the City is planning to construct a park which will act as a significant Downtown waterfront destination. The Coachman Park Amphitheater will be enlarged and relocated on site and Drew Street will terminate at the water providing for a pedestrian promenade along the waters edge and waterfront restaurant which could be leased to a private operator. A unique interactive fountain would be built as a major focal point. Cleveland Street, west of Osceola Avenue, would be closed and converted into a meandering pedestrian pathway between Downtown and the water. As part of this project, the City may construct or enter into a public-private partnership to construct a garage in the less appealing southern portion of this 18-acre site near the start of the new bridge. In addition, the current surface parking would be removed in favor of a large “great lawn.” Downtown Marina:The City has awarded a consulting contract for the purpose of analyzing the regulatory process for permitting the future construction of a 150 - 200 slip waterfront marina. The marina would be publicly-owned and operated accommodating both power and sail crafts with a mix of permanent and transient slips. A limited number of tourist related ferries and pleasure crafts would be allowed, however, commercial fishing operations would be prohibited.Pinellas Trail and East Avenue Widening:The portion of the Fred E. Marquis Pinellas Trail along East Avenue constitutes the last remaining unimproved segment of the trail. The project provides for the addition of a multi-use trail facility and roadway improvements for approximately 0.7 miles within the East Avenue right-of-way between Drew Street and Druid Road. This includes the replacement of the southbound lane of East Avenue and the sidewalk on the west side of East Avenue with a landscaped, asphalt surface consistent with the Pinellas Trail standards in 2006/2007. Between Turner and Drew Streets the southbound traffic lane of East Avenue and the sidewalk on the west side of East Avenue will be removed. The Pinellas Trail will be reconstructed in the center of this area with landscaping on either side. New City Hall and associated parking:Recently the City Commission has made the decision to make available the City Hall site for redevelopment if it is made part of a larger site in concert with the two adjoining properties owned by the Calvary Baptist Church. Making the City Hall site available for private development would require a referendum. At this time, it is anticipated that a new City Hall would be largely funded from the proceeds of a future sale. Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan144 of 189 | December, 2017Osceola Avenue Streetscape:Due to the array of prime redevelopment parcels along Osceola Avenue (Calvary Baptist Church, City Hall, Harborview, and the Superblock), it is expected that this streetscape segment would be implemented as projects come on line.Cleveland Street and Gulf to Bay Boulevard Streetscape:This segment of Cleveland Street from Myrtle Avenue east to Gulf to Bay Boulevard will be improved in future years as new developments are implemented.Commercial Streets “A” and “B”:These constitute secondary local streets, which will be improved subsequent to new infill redevelopment projects built adjacent to them.Court/Chestnut Streets Beach Corridors Streetscape:With the opening of the Memorial Causeway Bridge, these east-west major arterials will become the primary route to and from the beaches. It is anticipated that, as new infill projects are developed on the parcels adjacent to these streets, the City and potential developers of these properties would participate in the implementation of a new streetscape. Beach to Bluff Guideway:An elevated, light rail system is proposed to run along the Memorial Bridge (currently under construction and scheduled for completion in mid-2003) and Causeway between the Bluff on the western edge of Downtown and the Marina area on the Beach.New PSTA Multi-modal transportation center:The redevelopment of the existing PSTA site may include a new PSTA transfer station, public parking for the Downtown and a possible light rail station.REDEVELOPMENT INCENTIVESThe City of Clearwater and Community Redevelopment Agency offer numerous incentives to businesses located, or interested in locating, in the Downtown. Much of the area contained in the overall boundaries of the Downtown is part of several programs including the City’s Brownfields Area, Enterprise Zone and Clearwater Main Street. These programs provide qualified business and property owners located within the specified boundaries with numerous financial incentives that make doing business in Clearwater prosperous for the community as a whole. Additionally, the City offers incentives that are applicable to certain impact fees, allows the use of transfer of development rights and designates Downtown as a Regional Activity Center. The following is a list of the significant incentive programs that are available to qualified property owners, businesses and developers within the Community Redevelopment Area (CRA) and Downtown. For more information on a specific incentive, please contact the City department indicated. Incentive: Brownfields ProgramProgram Goal/Brief Description:To assist businesses and development projects in assessing and safely cleaning a tract of land that may have the presence or potential presence of an environmentally unsafe substance remaining from a previous use. The primary grant program offered by the City is a Phase I assessment grant for a non-intrusive evaluation of a particular property, and associated regulatory records to determine the existence of potential environmental impacts and liabilities. If the environmental assessment identifies potential problematic conditions, a 50/50 grant match can be awarded to assist in the actual “testing” of a particular property and to determine the proper mitigation strategy and the associated costs involved in future abatement and remediation. Other incentives that may be available for properties located within the Brownfields area are: the Brownfields Redevelopment Bonus Refund; the Brownfields Property Ownership Clearance Assistance Trust Fund; a Property Clearance Loan; the Brownfields Area Loan Guarantee Program; Brownfields Revolving Loan; Brownfields Site Rehabilitation Agreement; and Voluntary Cleanup Tax Credit.Eligibility: Projects located within the Downtown Plan area, between Missouri Avenue and Fort Harrison Avenue (See Map 13, page 165).Funding Source:U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Florida Department of Environmental Protection and Florida Office of Tourism, Trade and Economic Development, City of Clearwater and Pinellas County Economic Development.Award Ranges:Grants range from up to $5,000 for a Phase I assessment and match up to $10,000 for Phase II assessment. December, 2017 | 145 of 189Chapter 4. Plan ImplementationColumn intentionally left blankSample Projects:EEI ModTech; Harbor Oaks, LLC; Jiffy Reprographics; Mediterranean Village; Prospect Lake Park; Postcardmania.Contact:Economic Development & Housing Department - (727) 562-4054.Incentive: Clearwater Downtown Stormwater Service District (Prospect Lake Park Regional Stormwater District)Program Goal/Brief Description:The program allows projects within the specified district to pay into a general fund in place of providing the required stormwater treatment controls. Projects that occur within the service district are able to use the Town Pond for stormwater treatment instead of on-site controls. Projects that utilize this development incentive will be required to pay a one-time fee to the City that will be used for water quality treatment purposes. Eligibility: All potential projects located within the Stormwater Service District boundaries (See Map 14, page 169).Funding Source:Not Applicable.Award Ranges:For projects smaller than 1.5 acres, the fee is $18,595.00 per acre of project land; and for projects larger than 1.5 acres, the fee is $75,000 + $25,000 per acre of project land.Sample Project:Mediterranean Village.Contact:Public Works Administration, Environmental and Stormwater Management - (727) 562-4742. Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan146 of 189 | December, 2017BROWNELLSTHIBISCUS STFMETTOSTHILLCRESTDRSANTAROSASTPRESCOTT AVEJEFFERSONAVEBOOTHAVEHILLTOP AVECHESTER DRFOREST RDAVESANJUANCTNICHOLSON ST PA LM A V EJURGENS STAVEERGREENAVELEE STCRESTVIEW STWESTAVEPALMTERRACEDRPALM BLUFF STWATTERSON AVES A L LYLNW A V E R L Y W AY ERMANMCVEIGH DRGEORGIA STINDIANA AVEKENWOOD AVEMARIVA AVEFRANKLINCIRFERN AVEPINEROSEOAKALDEN AVESPRING CTJACARANDACIRHAMILTONCRESOAKWOODAVEMARKLEYSTLEMBOCIRJASMINECTBROWNS CTPIERCESTLIME STCEDAR STEVERGREEN AVEEVERGREENAVEAVEBETTYLNHOLT STHIGHLAND AVEFREDRICA AVELAURA STMADISON AVEJEFFERSON AVEFRANKLIN STGROVE STHART STNICHOLSON STMARIVA AVEJASMINE WAYBETTYLNPENNSYLVANIA AVEMISSOURIAVEROGERSSTELDRIDGE STNICHOLSON STPINE STJASMINEWAYPROSPECT AVEWASHINGTONAVEPROSPECT AVEBAYAVEHARTSTMADISON AVMETTO STJASMINEWAYWASHINGTONAVEHIBISCUS STLCREST AVEHIBISCUS STPINE STHILLCREST AVEPARK STPALMETTO STLAURA STPINESTROGERSSTMAGNOLIA DRROGERSSTB R O O K DR MISSOURIAVSANREMOAVEFRANKLIN STPIERCESTROSEMERE RDTURNER STMADISONAVEMISSOURIAVELINCOLN AVEOSCEOLAAVEGARDENAVEPARK STMAPLE STJEFFERSON AVEGROVE STBETTYLNPIERCE STMAGNOLIA DRHENDRICKSSTHAROLD CTAVANDA CTPEACH STMARGO AVEGOULD STGROVE STMAPLE STBLANCHEBLITTLEJOHN TRLJACARANDACIRCEDAR STGROVE STGROVE STDREW STDREW STDREW STMYRTLEAVEMYRTLEAVEMYRTLE AVEJONES STJONES STLAURA STCLEVELAND ST NELINCOLN AVELINCOLN AVEJACKSON RDMADISONAVEPENNSYLVANIA AVEJONES STHARTSTPLAZA STMAPLE STMAPLE STBETTYLNLADY MARY DRLADY MARY DRFREDRICA AVEPIERCESTPIERCESTBETTYLNEVERGREEN AVEFRANKLINSTMISSOURIAVEMISSOURIAVEMARTINLUTHERKING,JR.AVEMARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. AVEMARTIN LUTHERKING,JR. AVEMISSOURI AVECLEVELANDSTCLEVELANDSTPROSPECT AVELINCOLN AVECOURT STCOURT STCOURT STEWING AVEMEMORIALCAUSEWAYPARK STPARK STVINE AVEVINEAVEGARDEN AVEGARDENAVEGARDENAOSCEOLA AVEOSEMINOLESTELDRIDGE STELDRIDGESTELDRIDGESTPALMETTO STPALMETTO STFORTHARRISON AVEFORT HARRISON AVGARDEN AVESEMINOLESTSEMINOLESTSEMINOLESTOSCEOLAAVEMYRTLEAVEFORTHARRISON AVEFORTHARRISON AVECLEVELANDSTPIERCE BLVDDREW STPIERCESTCOURT STOAK AVEOAK AVEBAYAVETURNER STTURNER STTURNERSTJASMINE WAYDRUID RDDRUIDRDORANGE AVEDRUIDRDDRUID RDPINESTCHESTNUT STCHESTNUT STEWING AVEPARK STGULFTO B AY BLVD HILLCREST AVEMARK PATHDRUIDRDLAND AVEHIGHLANDAVEHIGHLAND AVEPARK STSANREMOAVETURNER STROGERS STDE LEONSTDE LEONSTFRANKLIN STCLEVELANDSTGLENWOODAVEGLENWOOD AVEGLENWOOD AVELAURA STLAURASTHIGHLAND AVEORANGEVIEWSTMAPLE STMDREWSPALMETTOGLENWOODAVEClearwaterHarborPinellas TrailTownLakeLegend0800400FeetSource: City of Clearwater Economic Development DepartmentPrepared by: City of Clearwater Planning Department, January 2003Map 13Brownfields BoundaryDowntown PlanAreaBrownfields Boundary December, 2017 | 147 of 189Chapter 4. Plan ImplementationBROWNELLSTHIBISCUS STFAMETTOSTHILLCREST DRSANTAROSASTPRESCOTTAVEJEFFERSON AVEBOOTH AVEHILLTOPAVEHESTERDRFOREST RDVESAN JUANCTNICHOLSON ST PALM A VEJURGENS STVERGREEN AVELEE STCRESTVIEW STWEST AVEPALMTERRACEDRPALM BLUFF STWATTERSON AVE S A L LYLNW A V E R L Y W AY RMAN MCVEIGH DRGEORGIA STINDIANA AVEKENWOOD AVEMARIVA AVEFRANKLINCIRFERN AVEALDEN AVESPRING CTJACARANDACIRHAMILTONCRESOAKWOOD AVEMARKLEYSTLEMBOCIRJASMINECTBROWNS CTPIERCE STLIME STCEDAR STEVERGREEN AVEEVERGREENAVEVEBETTY LNHOLTSTHIGHLAND AVEFREDRICA AVELAURA STMADISONAVEJEFFERSON AVEFRANKLIN STGROVE STHARTSTNICHOLSON STMARIVA AVEJASMINE WAYBETTY LNPENNSYLVANIA AVEMISSOURI AVEROGERSSTELDRIDGE STNICHOLSON STPINESTJASMINEWAYPROSPECT AVEWASHINGTON AVEPROSPECT AVEBAYAVEHARTSTMADISON AVEMETTO STJASMINEWAYWASHINGTON AVEHIBISCUS STCRESTAVEHIBISCUS STPINE STHILLCRESTAVEPARK STPALMETTO STLAURA STPINE STROGERSSTMAGNOLIADRROGERSSTB R O O K DR MISSOURI AVESAN REMO AVEFRANKLIN STPIERCE STROSEMERTURNER STMADISONAVEMISSOURI AVELINCOLNAVEOSCEOLA AVEGARDEN AVEPARK STMAPLE STJEFFERSON AVEGROVE STBETTY LNPIERCE STMAGNOLIA DRHENDRICKSSTHAROLD CTAVANDA CTPEACH STMARGO AVEGOULD STGROVE STMAPLE STBLANCHE B LITTLEJOHN TRLJACARANDACIRCEDAR STGROVE STGROVE STDREW STDREW STDREW STMYRTLE AVEMYRTLEAVEMYRTLE AVEJONES STJONES STLAURA STCLEVELAND ST NELINCOLNAVELINCOLN AVEJACKSON RDMADISONAVEPENNSYLVANIAAVEJONES STHARTSTPLAZA STMAPLE STMAPLE STBETTY LNLADY MARY DRLADY MARY DRFREDRICA AVEPIERCE STPIERCESTBETTY LNEVERGREEN AVEFRANKLIN STMISSOURI AVEMISSOURIAVEMARTIN LUTHER KING,JR.AVEMARTINLUTHERKING,JR.AVEMARTINLUTHER KING,JR.AVEMISSOURIAVECLEVELANDSTCLEVELANDSTPROSPECT AVELINCOLNAVECOURT STCOURT STCOURT STEWING AVEMEMORIALCAUSEWAYPARK STPARK STVINE AVEVINE AVEGARDEN AVEGARDEN AVEGARDENAOSCEOLA AVEOSEMINOLESTELDRIDGE STELDRIDGE STELDRIDGESTPALMETTO STPALMETTO STFORT HARRISON AVEFORT HARRISON AVEGARDENAVESEMINOLESTSEMINOLESTSEMINOLESTOSCEOLA AVEMYRTLE AVEFORT HARRISONAVEFORTHARRISON AVECLEVELANDSTPIERCEBLVDDREWSTPIERCE STCOURT STOAK AVEOAK AVEBAYAVETURNER STTURNERSTTURNERSTJASMINE WAYDRUID RDDRUIDRDORANGEAVEDRUIDRDDRUIDRDPINESTCHESTNUTSTCHESTNUTSTEWING AVEPARK ST GULF T OB AY BLVD HILLCRESTAVEARK PATHDRUIDRDAND AVEHIGHLAND AVEHIGHLAND AVEPARK STSAN REMO AVETURNER STROGERS STDE LEONSTDE LEON STFRANKLIN STCLEVELANDSTLAURASTLAHIGHLAND AVEORANGEVIEWSTMAPLE STPALClearwaterHarborPinellas TrailTownLakeLegendDistrict Boundary0800400FeetSource: City of Clearwater Engineering Department Prepared by City of Clearwater Planning Department, April 2003Map 14Town Lake Regional Stormwater DistrictDowntown Plan Character DistrictsDowntown CoreEast GatewayOld BaySouth GatewayTown Lake Business ParkTown Lake Residential Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan148 of 189 | December, 2017Funding Source:U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.Award Ranges:Dependent on project size and type.Sample Project:Greenwood Apartments.Contact:Economic Development & Housing Department - (727) 562-4031.Incentive: Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) IncentivesProgram Goal/Brief Description:The CRA is a tax increment financed district. The agency works closely with developers and coordinates projects that impact the Downtown. It also combines efforts and resources with the Brownfields and Enterprise Zone projects in order to spur catalytic development with the CRA district. The CRA can offer a variety of incentives depending on the project size and type. The CRA can participate in land acquisition, the payment of impact/permit fees, façade improvement grants, and other public infrastructure projects such as streetscape improvements and parking garages. Eligibility:Projects and businesses within the CRA district.Funding Source:Tax Increment Financing.Incentive: Community Development Block Grants (CDBG)Program Goal/Brief Description:CDBG funds are provided to the City by the federal government to help revitalize neighborhoods, expand affordable housing and economic opportunities and improve community facilities and services, primarily for the benefit of low- and moderate-income persons. Activities that can benefit from this type of funding include:xAcquiring land for public purposes;xReconstructing/rehabilitating housing and other property; xBuilding public facilities and improvements such as streets, sidewalks, sewers, water systems, community and senior citizen centers and recreational facilities; xAssisting people in preparing for and obtaining employment through education and job training, welfare-to-work activities, and other services; xProviding public services for youths, seniors, and/or the disabled; andxAssisting low-income homebuyers directly through, for example, down payment assistance, subsidizing interest rates or helping with closing costs for first-time buyers. Eligibility:Eligible residents must be in the low- to moderate-income category (generally defined as members of a family earning no more than 80 percent of the area median income) and projects must be located within a low to moderate-income census tract as defined by HUD.Award Ranges:Dependent on project size and type.Sample Projects:IMR/CGI; Mediterranean Village; Cleveland Street Streetscape.Contact:Economic Development & Housing Department - (727) 562-4220.Incentive: Enterprise Zone (EZ)Program Goal/Brief Description:Newly expanded or redeveloped businesses located in the Enterprise Zone (Map 15, page 173), who collect or pay Florida sales and use tax and Florida Corporate Income Tax, may be eligible for tax incentives for promoting private sector investments and providing job opportunities for Enterprise Zone residents. The following are incentives available for businesses: Property tax credit (corporate income tax); jobs tax credit (corporate income tax); jobs tax credit (sales and use tax); sales tax refund for building materials used in rehabilitation of real property; sales tax refund for business machinery and equipment.Eligibility:The zone encompasses the current and expanded Community Redevelopment Area; it has the same boundaries as the Brownfields program. Funding Source:Department of Revenue.Award Ranges:Varies according to incentive. December, 2017 | 149 of 189Chapter 4. Plan ImplementationColumn intentionally left blankSample Projects:Harbor Oaks, LLC; Walgreens; Publix.Contact:Economic Development & Housing Department - (727) 562-4054.Incentive: Regional Activity Center (RAC)Program Goal/Brief Description:The RAC designation increases the thresholds for hotel and office uses that would trigger Development of Regional Impact review. Eligibility:The RAC encompasses the boundaries of the Central Business District plan category as indicated in the Downtown Redevelopment Plan 1995. Funding Source:Not applicable.Award Ranges:Hotel threshold increases from 350 rooms to 750 rooms; office threshold increases from 300,000 square feet of floor area to 600,000 square feet. Sample Projects:None.Contact:Planning Department - (727) 562-4579.Incentive: Exemption of Open Space, Recreation Land and Recreation Facility Impact FeesProgram Goal/Brief Description:Redevelopment or the expansion of currently developed properties located within the Community Redevelopment Area are exempt from the required Open Space impact fee and the Recreation Land and Recreation Facility impact fees. In addition, City park projects that have been deemed to provide Citywide service and are located within the CRA are eligible to receive funding that has been collected as Open Space, Recreation Land and Recreation Facility Impact Fees from projects outside of the CRA.Eligibility:All projects located within the CRA boundaries.Funding Source:City of Clearwater.Award Ranges:Dependent on project type and size.Sample Projects:Laura Street Townhomes; Mediterranean Village; Church of Scientology Ministerial Training & Pastoral Counseling Center.Contact:Parks and Recreation Department - (727) 562-4823. Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan150 of 189 | December, 2017Award Ranges:Dependent on business and contract request.Sample Projects:EEI ModTech.Contact:Economic Development & Housing Department - (727) 562-4054.Incentive: Florida Main Street Community ProgramProgram Goal/Brief Description:In 1998, Clearwater was named a Main Street community to help in the revitalization of the Downtown area. The program assists in the recruitment of retail businesses to the Downtown corridor and provides funding for Downtown promotions, special events and Downtown building façade rehabilitation, through the CRA façade grant program. Four committees have been created to support the public–private partnerships within the Downtown. The Joint Venture is the organizational committee and develops strategies for the program. The Design Committee provides advice and assistance to preserve the historical character of buildings along Cleveland Street. The Economic Development Committee concentrates on a business recruitment, retention, and expansion campaign within the CRA, while the Promotions Committee capitalizes on major events to bring economic benefit to the Downtown commercial district.Eligibility:Projects must be located within the CRA boundaries.Funding Source:Community Redevelopment Agency, Downtown Development Board.Award Ranges:Dependent on project type and size.Sample Projects:Gaslight Alley; Park Jewelers; Downtown Clearwater Arts Stroll; Main Street Update - Quarterly Newsletter; Post Office Landscaping. Contact:Economic Development & Housing Department - (727) 562-4044.Incentive: HUBZoneProgram Goal/Brief Description:The Small Business Administration HUBZone Empowerment Contracting Program provides federal contracting assistance by setting aside a specified number of federal contracts for small businesses located in census tract 259.02 or 262.00, which are historically underutilized business zones. Fostering the growth of these federal contractors as viable businesses, for the long term, helps to empower communities, create jobs and attract private investment. The program benefits are available for eligible HUBZone businesses: Federal contract assistance, including Competitive, Sole-Source, Full and Open and Subcontracting contracts and specialized assistance including SBA-guaranteed surety bonds and employer tax credits, tax-free facility bonds, and investment tax deductions.Eligibility:Businesses must be located in census tract 259.02 or 262.00 (see Appendix Map 4A), be owned and controlled by one or more U.S. citizens and have at least 35 percent of its employees residing in a HUBZone.Source:U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). December, 2017 | 151 of 189Chapter 4. Plan ImplementationBROWNELLSTHIBISCUS STMETTOSTHILLCRESTDRSANTAROSASTPRESCOTT AVEJEFFERSONAVEBOOTHAVEHILLTOP AVESTER DRFOREST RDSAN JUAN CTNICHOLSON ST PALM A V EJURGENS STEENAVELEE STCRESTVIEW STWESTAVPALMTERRACEDWATTERSON AVES A L LYLNW A V E R L Y W AYROS NMCVEIGH DRGEORGIA STINDIANA AVEKENWOOD AVEMARIVA AVEFRANKLINCIRFERN AVEPINEWROSEWOAKWALDEN AVESPRING CTJACARANDACIRHAMILTONCRESOAKWOODAVEMARKLEY STLEMBOCIRJASMINECTBROWNS CTPIERCESTLIME STCEDAR STEVERGREEN AVEEVERGREEN AVEBETTY LNHOLT STHIGHLAND AVEFREDRICA AVELAURA STMADISON AVEJEFFERSON AVEFRANKLIN STGROVE STHARTSTNICHOLSON STMARIVA AVEJASMINE WAYBETTYLNPENNSYLVANIA AVEMISSOURIAVEROGERSSTELDRIDGE STNICHOLSON STPINESTJASMINEWAYPROSPECT AVEWASHINGTONAVEPROSPECT AVEBAYAVEHARTSTMADISONAMETTO STJASMINEWAYWASHINGTONAVEHIBISCUS STEST AVEHIBISCUS STPINE STHILLCREST AVEPARK STPALMETTO STLAURA STPINESTROGERSSTROGERSSTR O O K DR MISSOURIASANREMOAVEFRANKLINSTPIERCESTROSEMERE RDTURNER STMADISONAVEMISSOURIAVELINCOLN AVEOSCEOLAAVEGARDENAVEPARK STMAPLE STJEFFERSON AVEGROVE STBETTYLNPIERCE STHENDRICKSSTHAROLD CTAVANDA CTPEACH STMARGO AVEGOULD STGROVE STMAPLE STBLANCHEBLITTLEJOHN TRLJACARANDA CIRCEDAR STGROVE STGROVE STDREW STDREW STDREW STMYRTLEAVEMYRTLEAVEMYRTLEAVEJONES STJONES STLAURA STCLEVELAND ST NELINCOLN AVELINCOLN AVEJACKSON RDMADISONAVEPENNSYLVANIA AVEJONES STHARTSTPLAZA STMAPLE STMAPLE STBETTYLNLADY MARY DRLADY MARY DRFREDRICA AVEPIERCESTPIERCESTBETTYLNEVERGREEN AVEFRANKLINSTMISSOURIAVEMISSOURI AVEMARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. AVEMARTINLUTHER KING,JR.AVEMARTIN LUTHER KING,JR.AVEMISSOURIAVECLEVELANDSTCLEVELANDSTPROSPECT AVELINCOLN AVECOURT STCOURT STCOURT STEWING AVEMEMORIALCAUSEWAYPARK STPARK STVINE AVEVINE AVEGARDENAVEGARDENAVEGARDEOSCEOLA AVESEMINOLESTELDRIDGESTELDRIDGESTELDRIDGE STPALMETTO STPALMETTO STFORTHARRISON AVEFORT HARRISONAGARDEN AVESEMINOLESTSEMINOLESTSEMINOLESTOSCEOLAAVEMYRTLEAVEFORTHARRISON AVEFORT HARRISON AVECLEVELANDSTPIERCEBLVDDREW STPIERCESTCOURT STOAK AVEOAK AVEBAYAVETURNER STTURNERSTTURNERSTJASMINE WAYDRUID RDDRUID RDORANGE AVEDRUIDRDDRUIDRDPINESTCHESTNUT STCHESTNUT STEWING AVEPARK ST GUL FTO B AY BL VD HILLCREST AVEPATHDRUIDRDAVEHIGHLANDAVEHIGHLAND AVEPARK STSANREMOAVETURNER STROGERS STDE LEONSTDE LEONSTFRANKLIN STCLEVELANDSTGLENWOODAVEGLENWOOD AVEGGLENWOODAVELAURA STLAURA STHIGHLAND AVEORANGEVIEWSTMAPLE STMADREW STPALMETTOSGLENWOODAVEClearwaterHarborPinellas TrailTownLakeLegend0800400FeetSource: City of Clearwater Economic Development DepartmentPrepared by: City of Clearwater Planning Department, January 2003DowntownPlan AreaEnterprise ZoneMap 15Enterprise Zone Boundary Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan152 of 189 | December, 2017Incentive: Payment-in-Lieu of ParkingProgram Goal/Brief Description:To address the need for flexible parking standards within the City’s Downtown, the City Commission made available a payment in-lieu of required off-street parking program. The program permits a project owner to pay a $4,500 per space fee into an established account that is used to fund parking improvement projects that add to the supply of public parking in the identified district. This incentive allows a project to utilize the space required to accommodate parking for building, landscaping or open space.Eligibility:Any property located within the original CRA boundary.Funding Source:Not Applicable.Award Ranges:Not Applicable.Sample Projects:Church of Scientology Ministerial Training & Pastoral Counseling Center.Contact:Public Works Administration, Traffic Operations - (727) 562-4750.Incentive: Traffic Impact Fee (TIF) ReductionProgram Goal/Brief Description:To assist in the promotion of revitalization, the program designates all residential and non-residential development that locates within the boundaries of the CRA as eligible for a Transportation Impact Fee reduction. The 1990 Pinellas County Transportation Impact Fee Study indicated that projects developed within the CRA would generate significantly fewer new vehicle trips per each unit of development, making them eligible for a reduced Traffic Impact Fee. Eligibility:All business located within the original CRA boundary. Funding Source:Not Applicable.Award Ranges:Dependent on project type and size.Sample Projects:CGI/IMR; Harbor Oaks LLC; Mediterranean Village; Valone’s Vacuum.Contact:Public Works Administration, Traffic Operations - (727) 562-4750. Incentive: Transfer of Development Rights (TDR)Program Goal/Brief Description:Property owners having extra density units or floor area ratio (FAR) available from a project within the Downtown Plan area may be permitted to convey the development rights of that non-used development potential by deed, easement, or other legal instrument authorized by the City of Clearwater to another project within the Downtown Plan area that requests an increase above the maximum permitted development potential. Eligibility:Projects located within the Downtown Plan area may be used as “sending sites” and “receiving sites”.Funding Source:Not Applicable.Award Ranges:Not Applicable.Sample Projects:New incentive program made available at the inception of this Plan.Contact:Planning Department - (727) 562-4579.Incentive: Qualified Target Industry (QTI) Tax Refund ProgramProgram Goal/Brief Description:The main tool of this program is to encourage quality job growth in targeted high value-added businesses, and more specifically within an Enterprise Zone or Brownfields Area. The program provides tax refunds to pre-approved applicants for $3,000 per new job created and $6,000 in an Enterprise Zone, $2,500 bonus in a designated Brownfields; plus, there is an increased award per job for extremely high paying wages. A company has to prove that they would have considered other locations but chose Florida, among other reasons, because of this incentive program. December, 2017 | 153 of 189Chapter 4. Plan ImplementationColumn intentionally left blankEligibility:Only businesses serving multi-state and international markets are targeted. Business must be able to locate to other states. Retail activities, utilities, mining and other extraction or processing businesses and activities regulated by the Division of Hotel and Restaurants of the Department of Business and Professional Regulation are statutorily excluded from consideration. Average annual wage of all new hires, as of March 1, 2003 must be at least $36,049. Please check for updated wage information as these requirements are revised annually. Funding Source:State of Florida, City of Clearwater and Pinellas County Economic Development.Award Ranges:$3,000 to $10,500 per new job created, depending on the location and average annual wage. Sample Projects:CGI/IMR; Lincare Holdings; NexTrade Holdings, Inc.Contact:Economic Development & Housing Department - (727) 562-4054.TAX INCREMENT REVENUE PROJECTIONSIntroductionChapter 163, Part III, Florida Statutes, authorizes the County to approve the use of tax increment revenues for community redevelopment. According to the statute, the assessed valuation of the parcels noted on a certified tax roll within the CRA is “frozen” as of a specified date; after this base year, all future increase in tax revenues may be used by the CRA for approved redevelopment projects. These revenues may be used to purchase property, improve property, or used as security for bonds.In the case of the City of Clearwater’s recently approved expanded CRA, the County must first approve the CRA’s Redevelopment Plan, and upon adoption of this Plan by the City and County, a request can be made to the County by the CRA for the creation of a Redevelopment Trust Fund.Prior to establishing a Redevelopment Trust Fund, the CRA must (according to Florida State Statute 163.386) submit a list of each parcel, by parcel I.D. number that lies within the CRA district to the Pinellas County Appraiser’s office. The Appraiser’s office will certify the list and prepare to code each parcel for the base year to be established when a trust fund is approved. Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan154 of 189 | December, 2017Historical OverviewIn its 20-year history, the CRA has been a critically effective tool in positioning downtown for redevelopment. In the 1980s, the tool was heavily used to purchase key real estate properties and conduct multiple capital projects. A slowing real estate market in the 1990s combined with the loss of several properties from the tax roll due to institutional investment produced a dramatic drop in the tax increment affecting the CRA’s ability to implement major projects. However, during this time, the CRA continued to facilitate projects downtown concentrating on parking alternatives and beautification projects. The CRA is currently seeing visible signs of improvement with increases in property values in each of the last three years. Planned and future redevelopment projects coupled with the City’s infrastructure improvements will serve to develop the tax base further.The City of Clearwater’s CRA was established in 1981, with the taxable property value totaling $84,658,490 frozen in 1982. Tax Increment Financing (TIF) revenues commenced in 1983 with approximately $56,000. The CRA increment increased quite rapidly through 1989 with revenue at approximately $801,000. The tax increment peaked during the period 1989 through 1991 and fell quite dramatically through to 1998 with revenue down to $251,000. Since 1999, the increment has continued to rise. Most recently, tax increment in 2003 rose to $840,549. Between its peak in 1989 and its low in 1998, the tax roll lost roughly $54 million in value. This period of decline may be explained by the fact that multiple buildings within the CRA were taken off the tax roll, including the original Mass Brothers Department Store (now the Harborview Center), the Fortune Federal Savings and Loan Building purchased by Pinellas County, and the Oaks of Clearwater Retirement Center and Nursing Facility. These transactions alone accounted for over $22 million dollars of valuation. Additionally, in 1993, many Church of Scientology properties totaling roughly $24 million were taken off the tax roll. Overall, throughout the last 20 years, the tax roll experienced an average annual increase of 3.21 percent. The benefits of having TIF in place during these years cannot be overlooked, as it allowed the CRA to spend the ensuing years stabilizing the Downtown area in preparation for a major redevelopment program which is now underway. The CRA has collected a cumulative total of $9.9 million in increment revenues since its inception in 1982. The majority of these funds ($7.9 million) were used for capital projects and improvements including land acquisitions. Administration costs have totaled $1.6 million (16% of revenues) with revenues from the sale of properties funding parking, beautification, and other incentive programs. Many of the CRA’s capital projects occurred in the 1980s. During these years, the CRA concentrated on acquiring properties to eliminate slum and blight conditions downtown as well as finding viable uses for properties that became vacant. The CRA was instrumental in acquiring key parcels such as the City’s Municipal Services Building and Harborview Center sites. In addition, the CRA played a major role in advancing parking alternatives including the Station Square parking lot and Park Street Garage. Table 10 below identifies the CRA’s Capital Improvement Projects over the first twenty years of its history.In the 1990s, the CRA focused its efforts on investments that spurred private development especially by providing parking solutions for downtown. The CRA has reimbursed the City parking system so that free parking in two city lots and on weekends was provided. The CRA has also offered parking incentives that have been successful in retaining high profile companies with over 100 employees. Furthermore, the CRA has subsidized the Jolley Trolley, a non-profit trolley system, to provide reduced rate service between the downtown and the beach.The CRA has also been actively involved in the beautification of downtown. The CRA has coordinated a Façade Improvement Grant Program that has provided over $100,000 worth of exterior improvements to 36 buildings in the Downtown. Additionally, the CRA provided funding for the Cleveland Street Streetscape in past years as well as the renovation and beautification of downtown parks.In the last four years, the CRA has paved the way for significant private investment. Two examples include the CGI complex and Mediterranean Village Towhomes. The construction of the 50,907 square foot CGI (formerly IMR) office building with a 77,889 research and development facility reflects a $50 million investment. Similarly, with the Mediterranean Village in the Park Townhomes, the CRA purchased the land and is paying impact fees, permit fees, utility connections fees and December, 2017 | 155 of 189Chapter 4. Plan ImplementationProjectTime Period CostEnhancement and beautification of downtown parks including parking area west of City Hall, Bayfront Tennis Complex, and Coachman Park FY 1984-1986 $9,989Acquisition of property for JK Financial project, Clearwater Square complex, S.E. Corner of Garden Ave. and Cleveland Street (Atrium) FY 1985 $1,083,362Construction of Park Street parking garage with 195 public parking spacesFY 1985-1986 $1,241,057Revision of dowtown redevelopment planFY 1986 $5,825Landscaping of Park Street parking garageFY 1986 $23,375Acquisition of Bilgore property bounded by East Aenue, Pierce Street, Myrtle Avenue, and Park Street (Locatin of new MSB Building)FY 1986 $691,852Coachman Park Improvements - extensive renovation including terrain modification, brick walkways, landscape materials, and irrigation.FY 1987 $100,011Cleveland Street streetscape project - oak trees, decorative brick, tree gates and guards for the 500, 600, and 700 street blocks, Phase 1FY 1987 $27,000Coachman Park bandshell project - CRA portion of entire projectFY 1987 $12,061Acquisition of CETA building site - 1180 ClevelandFY 1988 $450,000Downtown sidewalk project - antique lamp pole lighting fixturesFY 1988 $17,647Cleveland Street streetscape project - decorative brick, planters, trees - the 400 through 700 street blocks, Phase 2FY 1988-1990 $342,555Downtown electrical improvementsFY 1988 $7,500Acquisition of Clearwater Towers MAS1 project site (Station Sq. Park)FY 1989 $229,278Development of Cleveland Street minipark adjacent to new Clearwater Towers Building (Station Square Park)FY 1989-1990 $230,000Purchase of Maas Brother property (Harborview/Steinmart)FY 1992 $1,926,710Purchase of Kravis property (Station Square Parking Lot)FY 1992 $357,058Parking lot expansion - Kravis property (Station Square Parking Lot)FY 1993 $67,518Dimmitt property purchase (Mediterranean Village Townhomes)FY 2000 $1,171,328$7,994,126Table 10. Community Redevelopment Agency Schedule of Capital Outlay and Improvements Fiscal Years 1982 - 2001stormwater fees for this 100-unit residential project worth $18 million next to the City’s Prospect Lake Park. These are examples of CRA funds strategically used to eliminate slum and blight conditions and redevelop these sites into viable properties.The redevelopment of downtown Clearwater is at a critical point in its history. In order to revitalize downtown, additional housing units and infrastructure improvements are needed. CRA tax increment revenues are crucial to entice private investment and provide incentives that make a project feasible. A example is the City’s recent selection of a developer for an infill condominium and retail project adjacent to Station Square Park. The CRA plans to use TIF funds to assist this project. In conjunction with the City’s capital improvement program, these investments will encourage private development and pave the way for continued downtown redevelopment. TIF will be one of the tools that will make these projects successful Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan156 of 189 | December, 2017feet or over 208 housing units. Additional square footage of retail uses and residential units may be available through the Public Amenities Incentive Pool. Sale of the City Hall site will require approval of a referendum by Clearwater voters.xArnold/Brown Parcel at Drew Street/Fort Harrison and Osceola Avenues - An announced redevelopment site containing 70,131 square feet or 1.61 acres. According to published reports, the developer envisions a high-rise condominium, a boutique hotel and ground floor retail uses. Potential for development on this site is over 280,000 square feet, 112 units, or 152 hotel rooms. xAmSouth Block between Osceola Avenue, Fort Harrison Avenue, Cleveland Street and Drew Street or “Superblock” Parcel - Contains one large parcel, along with a few smaller properties. In total, the greater parcel could ultimately contain approximately 178,000 square feet or 4.1 acres. Development potential at this site could be over 712,000 square feet or 287 units.xHarborview Parcel at Cleveland Street and Osceola Avenue - This City-owned 77,000 square foot or 1.8-acre parcel, currently houses a 54,000 square foot Stein Mart Department Store, the City’s civic and conference center space, the Pickles Plus Restaurant along with an adjoining small parking lot. It is envisioned that some time in the future, Stein Mart would be relocated to another Downtown site, and the structure demolished for redevelopment as a major mixed-use development with a combination of retail, entertainment, hotel, and conference destination space. The Commission has interest in redeveloping the Redevelopment ObjectivesOn a very conservative basis, the original and expanded CRA district is projected to increase in value substantially over the next 20 to 30 years. This is driven primarily by the accelerating demand for new urban housing within the Downtown and adjacent beaches, and the strategic economic development goals and objectives of the City Commission. The Commission envisions a “destination” Downtown to be enjoyed by both residents in the region and tourists to our beaches.This redevelopment strategy was implemented by the City in 2002, and details the investment opportunities now available on several key redevelopment parcels and a large array of prime infill parcels. Several potential projects are described below:xCalvary Baptist Church “Bluff” Parcels on Osceola Avenue - Accounts for 137,510 square feet or 3.16 acres, this parcel is designated in the Downtown Core District for a FAR of 4.0 or 70 units per acre, which would generate up to 550,040 square feet of redevelopment or over 220 residential units. Additional square footage of retail uses and residential units may be available through the Public Amenities Incentive Pool. xCity Hall on Osceola Avenue - Contains approximately 130,000 square feet or 2.98 acres, this parcel currently houses City Hall, but the Commission has indicated that it would be made available for redevelopment if it were a key component of a quality redevelopment proposal with the adjacent parcels. This parcel could be developed with up to 520,000 square parcel if a quality developer can be identified who would meet the stringent requirements for redevelopment on this critical parcel. Sale of the Harborview site will require approval of a referendum by Clearwater voters.xStation Square Parking Lot Infill Parcel on Cleveland Street - Currently used as a City surface parking lot, this prime redevelopment parcel is owned by the CRA and has been offered to the public for redevelopment. The parcel contains 42,124 square feet or 0.97 acres, and is envisioned as a site for a garage structure (including public parking), retail, restaurant, and residential units. Development potential at this site could be over 168,000 square feet or 67 units.xProspect Lake Park Area between Myrtle and Missouri Avenues - This Downtown area surrounds the new urban Prospect Lake Park that has recently been completed by the City. The initial private redevelopment project in the area under construction is the 100-unit Mediterranean Village in the Park townhouse project. This area has been identified by developers as a prime location for future infill townhouse and apartment projects due to its proximity to the beaches, regional employment centers, and the fact that a housing product can still be developed at a $150,000 to $300,000 price range, which accommodates the needs of many young professionals, young families and empty nesters. xIt is also envisioned that the adjacent Town Lake Business Park District might attract additional professional office users to expand the campus office setting now in place at the CGI office complex. December, 2017 | 157 of 189Chapter 4. Plan ImplementationCRA Programs and Initiatives Timing Estimated CostCRA Area Brownfields Environmental Cleanup *Ongoing $5,000,000CRA Building Facade Improvement Program*Ongoing $1,000,000Downtown Land Acquisition * Ongoing $21,000,000CRA Redevelopment Incentive FundingOngoing $10,000,000Retail Lease/Location IncentivesOngoing $5,000,000CRA Affordable and Transitional Housing Projects*Ongoing $5,000,000CRA Revolving Loan Fund Ongoing $1,000,000CRA Community Policing InnovationsOngoing $1,000,000Total$49,000,000Summary Table of CRA Programs and Initiatives, Timing, and Estimated CostsColumn intentionally left blankxEast Gateway - Between Missouri and Highland Avenues and lying within the recently expanded CRA district are multiple infill parcels that over time will become attractive for redevelopment. Tax Increment Revenue ProjectionsBased on this overview, it is evident that the CRA has the potential for developing several million square feet of development over the next two decades, including the attraction of up to 1,000 new urban housing units in the next five to ten years in the downtown core which will act as a catalyst for a substantial amount of new office use, retail and entertainment establishments. If all of these projects described above are realized, the increase in the tax roll could be upwards of $390 million.However, while opportunities are outstanding, it is the intent of the CRA to proceed forward cautiously with our TIF projections. The TIF projections are calculated separately for the original CRA and the expanded CRA because the base years for the property values are different. The CRA envisions continuing to use both the City’s and the County’s share of Tax Increment Financing dollars for capital projects in the original and expanded CRA. TIF is identified as one of the funding sources for several capital and infrastructure improvement projects outlined in the Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) section of this plan. These projects include the Cleveland Street, Fort Harrison, and Gulf to Bay Streetscapes and the Gulf to Bay Boulevard and Highland Avenue Gateway Intersection. In addition, TIF will be used for paying impact fees, “buying in” of public parking in private projects, assembling redevelopment sites, purchasing land and/or buildings, affordable and transitional housing projects, façade improvement grants and providing additional community policing presence above and beyond current activity levels. Below is a summary of the programs and initiatives that will use TIF as well as the estimated costs associated with each. The County’s share of TIF shall only be used for the capital projects included in the table below. The City’s share of TIF may be used for any initiative listed in the table.* Capital projects and initiatives - County TIF shall only be used for these programs Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan158 of 189 | December, 2017CRA Area Brownfields Environmental Cleanup ProjectsDue to the limited availability of state and federal environmental cleanup funds, TIF dollars will be required for environmental remediation for multiple projects, particularly those that have a history of petroleum contamination. A case in point is the Clearwater Auto Salvage Yard that is being acquired by the City, as well as a number of sites lying adjacent to the CGI (formerly IMRglobal) Campus west of Missouri.Project Cost: $5.0 millionTime Frame: OngoingCRA Building Façade Improvement ProgramThis is an ongoing program funded by the CRA in concert with our Main Street Program. The Façade Improvement Program provides grants and loans to eligible business property owners and tenants who wish to upgrade their exterior building facades.Project Cost: $1.0 millionTime Frame: OngoingDowntown Land Acquisition A critical function of the CRA is to assemble property for resale and redevelopment by the private sector. The principal purpose of property assembly is to assist in eliminating the slum and blight conditions that exist within the CRA by facilitating private redevelopment of these under-performing sites. This program enables the CRA to assemble, purchase and option property and structures within the CRA for redevelopment purposes consistent with this Plan. Examples of property acquisitions anticipated by this program include but are not limited to: acquiring property in the Town Lake Business Park Character District to facilitate the development of a suburban office campus; acquiring property in the East Gateway Character District to eliminate the problematic uses and/or contaminated sites, to improve the substandard housing conditions and to consolidate obsolescent and/or sites undersized as compared to current zoning requirements to allow commercial redevelopment; acquiring property within the Downtown to assist in the development of a major entertainment attraction including a movie theater, entertainment, retail and/or restaurant uses. Other property acquisitions that implement the goals, objectives and policies of this Plan may be achieved through the use of this CRA program. Total Cost: $21.0 millionTime Frame: OngoingCRA Redevelopment Incentive FundingHistorically, the CRA has utilized TIF revenues to assist redevelopment efforts in a variety of ways, such as: landscape and streetscape improvements, property acquisition, construction of public parking garages, payment of project permit and impact fees, payment of project utility connection and stormwater fees, parking incentives to retain downtown businesses, subsidy to the Jolley Trolley operations and the façade improvement program. Downtown redevelopment is generally considered to be more expensive and risky in an unproven market than development in other areas of a city and especially when compared to development in greenfields. This situation currently exists in Downtown Clearwater as demonstrated by the lack of substantial new private redevelopment with few exceptions. The lack of investment in Downtown has resulted in the poor economic health of Downtown to which the City is responding with this Plan. This program will provide financial incentives to developers to offset the high land, development and construction costs within the Downtown and to encourage investment in Downtown that will revitalize the center city with people, employees, businesses and activities. The types of incentives contemplated by this program include, but are not limited to: payment of project permit and impact fees; payment of project utility connection and stormwater fees; parking and other financial incentives to retain and attract downtown businesses; and contributions for parking facilities. Total Cost: $10.0 millionTime Frame: Ongoing December, 2017 | 159 of 189Chapter 4. Plan ImplementationColumn intentionally left blankRetail Lease/Location IncentivesIn order to achieve the concentration and/or location of the desired retail market in the Downtown, it may be necessary to negotiate with existing tenants in regard to existing leases or terms for relocation. This consideration may require significant cost to achieve a desired mix and physical orientation/location for these businesses. Total Cost: $5.0 millionTime Frame: Ongoing CRA Affordable and Transitional Housing ProjectsThe development of one or more mixed-income housing projects within the CRA has been identified as a necessary strategy due to the need to retain affordable housing options in this environment. Typically, the CRA would leverage its position in a public-private partnership by contributing funds to effectuate the lower income criteria in a new project.A major component of the rehabilitation of the CRA Expansion Area and the need for affordable housing is the redevelopment of the Clearwater Homeless Intervention Project (CHIP) site into a “transitional” and “permanent” housing campus. The campus concept for CHIP would entail assembling property between Park Street, the Stevenson Creek channel, Evergreen Avenue, and Cleveland Street into a self-contained and secure campus.TIF funding would be used to assist in the purchase of properties, while other state and federal funds would be used for housing construction and operations.Total Cost: $5.0 millionTime Frame: OngoingCRA Revolving Loan FundA key component of our future redevelopment strategy for the downtown is the implementation of a public-private revolving loan program with local financial institutions. Modeled after successful programs in other cities, a joint pool would be established and loans provided for expanding businesses, building improvements, relocation costs, etc. The CRA would provide seed capital to the pool, along with private capital from the banks.Total Cost: $1.0 millionTime Frame: Ongoing Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan160 of 189 | December, 2017the quality of life of residents, businesses and visitors. In order to achieve this goal, additional community policing presence is needed. Through the use of TIF funds an enhanced level of community policing can be achieved. Total Cost: $1 millionTime Frame: OngoingTax Increment Revenue Projections for the Original CRA DistrictThe tax increment projections for the original CRA district are based on a yearly variable percentage increase of the tax roll valuation over a 30-year period. Increases in annual percentages reflect estimates of when major projects, described above, come on line. For the purposes of these projections, the city and county millage rates remain constant. The base year for calculating this increment is 1982.An estimate from 2004 through 2033 projects that property values will rise and that new projects will come on line resulting in $195 million in property value added to the tax roll. This corresponds to a cumulative tax increment of over $64 million over 30 years. Again, millage increases, additional new development, and increases in assessed property values may result in greater returns.A summary table of the tax increment financing projections follows detailing the city and county portions of the revenues. CRA Community Policing InnovationsThe City of Clearwater Police Department has employed a community policing philosophy for over 20 years. Its first focused efforts in the Downtown area came in 1998 when a police substation was co-located in the Clearwater Homeless Intervention Program (CHIP) shelter in the East Gateway Character District in response to resident concerns about the crime potential associated with the shelter. Another community policing team, the Downtown Bicycle Team, was established for the Downtown Core of the CRA in 2005 in anticipation of additional demands on the Police Department as a result of redevelopment. Additionally AmeriCorps Clearwater members have supplemented the activities of the Downtown Bicycle Team by acting as ambassadors of the City by assisting visitors and businesses. The intent of the community policing innovations in Downtown is for police officers to be a visible deterrent of crime as well as an approachable source of assistance and information. The officers act as liaisons to downtown visitors, businesses, employees and residents and work to build partnerships through daily visibility and community involvement and organization. They also help solve neighborhood problems and work to foster a sense of safety and security in public as well as private spaces.Community policing innovations focus on a variety of issues including those that are unique to the CRA such as homelessness, prostitution, drugs and street crimes, and a large immigrant population. A key component of the City’s redevelopment strategy is to reduce crime in the CRA and improve Tax Increment Revenue Projections for the Expanded CRA DistrictSimilar to the original CRA district, the expanded CRA district TIF estimate is based on a yearly variable percentage increase of the tax roll valuation over a 30-year period. Given that this area is predominantly residential, it is not expected that the values in the area will rise significantly. In fact, the estimated annual average increase of the tax roll is 1.42 percent. Property values are expected to rise and new projects will come on line resulting in a $37.9 million in property value added to the tax roll. This corresponds to a cumulative tax increment of over $7 million over 30 years. The key to successfully redeveloping and stabilizing the new CRA Expansion District is to maintain the city’s and county’s TIF allocation at the 100% level. The CRA anticipates needing to allocate TIF dollars from the original district to “leverage” redevelopment in the expansion area. Any reduction in county TIF allocation would negatively impact the success of downtown Clearwater.A summary table of the tax increment financing projections follows detailing the city and county portions of the revenues (pages 188 - 186). December, 2017 | 161 of 189Chapter 4. Plan ImplementationYear Tax Roll Valuation City Taxes at 100% County Taxes at 100% DDB TaxesTotal Tax Increment (95% of Taxes)2003 $153,278,680 $394,772$421,397$68,620$840,5492004 $157,877,040 $421,226$449,635$73,219$896,8762005 $163,402,737 $453,016$483,568$78,744$964,5622006 $169,938,846 $490,618$523,707$85,280$1,044,6252007 $177,586,094 $534,613$570,668$92,928$1,138,2982008 $186,465,399 $585,695$625,196$101,807$1,247,0632009 $196,720,996 $644,696$688,176$112,063$1,372,6872010 $208,524,256 $712,600$760,660$123,866$1,517,2692011 $218,950,469 $772,582$824,687$134,292,$1,644,9832012 $227,708,487 $822,967$878,470$143,050$1,752,2622013 $234,539,742 $862,267$920,421$149,881$1,835,9402014 $239,230,537 $889,253$949,227$154,572$1,893,3992015 $244,015,148 $916,779$978,609$159,357$1,952,0082016 $248,895,450 $944,855$1,008,579$164,237$20,11,7882017 $253,873,359 $973,493$1,039,149$169,215$2,072,7642018 $258,950,827 $1,002,704$1,070,329$174,292$2,134,9592019 $264,129,843 $1,032,499$1,102,134$179,471$2,198,3982020 $269,412,440 $1,062,889$1,134,574$184,754$2,263,1072021 $274,800,689 $1,093,888$1,167,663$190,142$2,329,1092022 $280,296,703 $1,125,507$1,201,414$195,638$2,396,4312023 $285,902,637 $1,157,758$1235,840$201,244$2,465,1002024 $291,620,689 $1,190,654$1,270,955$206,962$2,535,1422025 $297,453,103 $1,224,207$1,306,772$212,795$2,606,5852026 $303,402,165 $1,258,432$1,343,305$218,744$2,679,4572027 $309,470,209 $1,293,342$1,380,569$224,812$2,753,7862028 $315,659,613 $1,328,949$1,418,578$231,001$2,829,6022029 $321,972,805 $1,365,269$1,457,347$237,314$2,906,934Table 11. Tax Increment Revenue Projects Original Community Redevelopment Area 30-Year Projection from 2003-2033Column intentionally left blank Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan162 of 189 | December, 2017Table 11. Tax Increment Revenue Projects Original Community Redevelopment Area 30-Year Projection from 2003-2033, cont’dYear Tax Roll Valuation City Taxes at 100% County Taxes at 100% DDB TaxesTotal Tax Increment (95% of Taxes)2030 $328,412,261 $1,402,315$1,469,892$243,754$2,985,8132031 $334,980,506 $1,440,103$1,537,228$250,322$3,066,2692032 $341,680,116 $1,478,645$1,578,370$257,022$3,148,3352033 $348,513,719 $1,517,959$1,620,335$263,855$3,232,042Cumulative Total$30,394,551 $32,444,453$5,253,252$64,716,143Addition in Tax Roll Value since 2003$195,235,039Average Yearly Increase in Value2.78%Assumptions1. Base year is 1982 at $84,658,4902. County and City millage rate is constantColumn intentionally left blank December, 2017 | 163 of 189Chapter 4. Plan ImplementationTable 12. Tax Increment Revenue Projects Expanded Community Redevelopment Area 30-Year Projection from 2003-2033Year Tax Roll ValuationCity Taxes at 100%County Taxes at 100%Total Tax Increment (95% of Taxes)2003 $72,258,935Base Year2004 $72,981,524 $4,157 $4,437 $8,1652005 $73,711,340 $8,356 $8,919 $16,4112006 $75,185,566 $16,837 $17,972 $33,0692007 $76,689,278 $25,488 $27,207 $50,0602008 $78,989,956 $38,724 $41,335 $76,0562009 $81,359,655 $52,356 $55,888 $102,8322010 $82,986,848 $61,718 $65,880 $121,2182011 $84,646,585 $71,266 $76,073 $139,9722012 $85,916,284 $78,571 $73,870 $154,3182013 $87,205,025 $85,985 $91,784 $168,8802014 $88,513,103 $93,510 $99,817 $183,6612015 $89,840,800 $101,148 $107,970 $198,6632016 $91,188,412 $108,901 $116,246 $213,8902017 $92,556,238 $116,770 $124,646 $229,3452018 $93,944,582 $124,758 $133,172 $245,0332019 $85,353,750 $132,864 $141,825 $260,9552020 $96,784,056 $141,093 $150,609 $277,1172021 $87,751,897 $146,661 $156,552 $288,0532022 $98,729,416 $152,285 $162,555 $299,0982023 $99,716,710 $157,965 $168,618 $310,2542024 $100,713,877 $163,701 $174,742 $321,5212025 $101,721,016 $169,495 $180,927 $332,901Year Tax Roll ValuationCity Taxes at 100%County Taxes at 100%Total Tax Increment (95% of Taxes)2026 $102,738,226 $175,347 $187,173 $344,3952027 $103,765,608 $181,258 $193,482 $356,0032028 $204,803,265 $187,228 $199,855 $367,7282029 $105,851,297 $193,257 $206,291 $379,5702030 $106,909,810 $199,346 $212,791 $391,5312031 $107,978,908 $205,497 $219,356 $403,6112032 $109,058,697 $211,709 $225,987 $415,8122033 $110,149,284 $217,983 $232,685 $428,134Cumulative Total$3,624,234 $3,868,664$7,118,254Additional Tax Roll Value since 2003$37,890,349Average Yearly Increase in Value1.42%Assumptions1. Base year is 20032. County and city millage rate is constant Appendices Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan166 of 189 | December, 2017AppendicesAPPENDIX 1 EXPANDED CRA LEGAL DESCRIPTIONBeginning at the intersection of the centerline of Jones Street and the waters of Clearwater Bay, thence easterly along the centerline of Jones Street to the centerline of Myrtle Avenue; thence southerly along the centerline of Myrtle Avenue to the centerline of Drew Street; thence easterly along the centerline of Drew Street to the centerline of Highland Avenue; thence southerly along the centerline of Highland Avenue to the centerline of Court Street; thence westerly along the centerline of Court Street to the centerline of Martin Luther King, Jr. Avenue; thence southerly along the centerline of Martin Luther King, Jr. Avenue to the easterly extension of the south line of Lots 8 through 16, Block 16, of Magnolia Park, as recorded in Plat Book 1, Page 70, of the Public Records of Pinellas County, Florida; thence westerly along said south line and its easterly extension, to the southwest corner of Lot 8, Block 16, of said Magnolia Park; thence south 13 feet; thence west 50 feet; thence north 13 feet, to the southeast corner of Lot 6, Block 16, of said Magnolia Park; thence westerly along the south line of Lots 1 through 6, Block 16, of said Magnolia Park; and its westerly extension to the centerline of Prospect Avenue; thence southerly along the centerline of Prospect Avenue to the easterly extension of the south line of Lots 9 and 10, Block 17, of said Magnolia Park; thence westerly along said line and its easterly extension 142 feet; thence northerly 118 feet; thence westerly 50 feet; thence northerly 102 feet to the southeast corner of Lot 5, Block 17, of said Magnolia Park; thence westerly along the south line of Lots 1 through 5, Block 17, of said Magnolia Park and its westerly extension to the centerline of Myrtle Avenue; thence southerly along the centerline of Myrtle Avenue to the centerline of Turner Street; thence westerly along the centerline of Turner Street to the east right-of-way line of the C.S.X. Railroad; thence northerly along said east right-of-way line to the easterly extension of the south line of Lots 1 through 5, Block 19, of said Magnolia Park; thence westerly along said south line and its westerly extension to the southwest corner of Lot 1, Block 19, of said Magnolia Park; thence northerly along the west line of said Lot 1 to the southeast corner of Block 5, Wallace Addition To Clearwater, as recorded in Plat Book 3, Page 6, of the Public Records of Hillsborough County, Florida, of which Pinellas County was once a part; thence westerly along the south line of said Block 5 to the southwest corner of Block 5 of said Wallace Addition To Clearwater; thence northeasterly along the west line of Block 5 of said Wallace Addition To Clearwater and its northeasterly extension to the centerline of Court Street; thence westerly along the centerline of Court Street to the northerly extension of a 15 foot alley in Block 1 of said Wallace Addition To Clearwater; thence southerly along the centerline of said 15 foot alley and its northerly and southerly extensions, to the centerline of Rogers Street; thence westerly along the centerline of Rogers Street to the centerline of Fort Harrison Avenue; thence northerly along the centerline of Fort Harrison Avenue to the north line of the south ½ of Section 16, Township 29 South, Range 15 East; thence westerly along said south line to the waters of Clearwater Harbor; thence meander northerly along the waters of Clearwater Harbor to the Point Of Beginning.Column intentionally left blank December, 2017 | 167 of 189AppendicesAPPENDIX 2 DOWNTOWN MILESTONES1926Nolen Plan for City and Downtown approved1970Downtown Development Board (DDB) created by Special Act of Florida Legislature1971City referendum approves special taxing district powers for DDB1977First modern plan adopted for Downtown1981Establishment of Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA)1981Adoption of first Redevelopment Plan for Downtown1981Base year for Clearwater Tax Increment Financing (TIF) District (original CRA) 1993Periphery Plan adopted for four areas surrounding Downtown1995Major revision to Redevelopment Plan 1996Design Guidelines adopted for Downtown 1998Clearwater Designated Main Street Community by Florida Department of State1999Redevelopment Plan amended to allow mixed use around Town Pond (now Prospect Lake)2000Periphery Plan update approved2002Findings of Necessity for expanded CRA approved2002Pinellas County Commission authorized preparation of Redevelopment Plan for CRA Expansion Area2003Major revision to the Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan to encompass land previously governed by the Downtown Clearwater Periphery Plan and newly expanded CRA2004Downtown Redevelopment Plan approved as a Special Area Plan by the Pinellas Planning Council2004Board of County Commissioners authorize the City to use the County’s portion of the TIF2004Redevelopment Trust Fund/TIF established2004Base year for Clearwater TIF District (expanded CRA)2005Downtown Plan amended to incorporate Design Guidelines2005Downtown Plan amended to extend the scope of the Fort Harrison Streetscape Project from Drew Street to Nicholson Street2009Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan amended to support CRA funds for community policing2009Designation of Main Street Community removed 2010Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan amended to support outdoor display of bicycles and expanding allowable uses in the Old Bay Character District2016Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan amended to add capacity for hotel development in the Old Bay Character District Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan168 of 189 | December, 20172018Major revision to the Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan repealing and replacing Chapters 1-3, updating goals, objectives and policies; increasing density and intensity and revising allowable height throughout the plan area; modifying Character District boundaries; expanding the Old Bay Character District boundaries northward to include an additional 9.671 acres. Column intentionally left blankColumn intentionally left blank December, 2017 | 169 of 189AppendicesAPPENDIX 3 EXISTING LAND USE CLASSIFICATIONS, METHODOLOGY & DISTRIBUTION BY CHARACTER DISTRICT Data CollectionLand use data for the Downtown Planning Area was compiled through a series of field surveys conducted between May and November 2017. The survey was supplemented by data obtained from the Pinellas County Property Appraiser and the City of Clearwater Building permit records. The Pinellas Trail, which occupies current and former CSX and railroad right-of-way parcels, was removed from the future land use and zoning calculations as these parcels have no inherent development potential. The Pinellas Trail equates to about 5.3 acres through the Downtown Plan Area. Additionally, the Downtown Marina, which doesn’t have a parcel, equates to roughly 7.7 acres of land that is considered to be Recreation.The following assumptions were made in order to best accurately present existing land uses:xPrivate parking lots (paved) and parking garages located on separate parcels that are accessory to the main use are categorized as Parking; xBuildings that were vacant at the time of field surveys are classified as Vacant;xStevenson’s Creek west of St. Cecilia’s School is classified as Utility/Infrastructure; xParcels containing a multi-tenant building where least one of the tenants was a Retail use was are classified as Retail; xParcels containing a multi-tenant building with at least one Office use and no Retail uses are classified as Office.While every effort was made to ensure that the existing land use map was as accurate as possible, it’s imperative to understand that the data reflects a “snapshot in time” as uses can change after data was collected. It should also be noted that some parcels can contain more than one land use.Use ClassificationsThe preceding table describes the assumptions made in order to re-categorize the specific uses into the generalized categories listed above.Existing Land Use TablesThe following tables show the distribution of different land uses in each of the five character districts. Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan170 of 189 | December, 2017Use Code UseGeneral Description1 Single FamilyA building containing one residential unit2 Two FamilyA building containing two residential units or two buildings on a property each containing one residential unit3 Multi-FamilyA building containing three residential units or a combination of buildings containing at least three residential units on the property4 RetailEstablishments engaged in selling or leasing goods, services or merchandise; including funeral homes and problematic uses5 OfficeGeneral business or medical/dental establishments6 InstitutionalAny private non-profit organizations including places of worship, social service agencies, halfway houses, garden clubs, etc.7 Overnight AccommodationsA building designed and used primarily to provide sleeping accommodations for transient guests for a daily or weekly rental charge and including interval ownership and such office, meeting, restaurant facilities as are integral to its primary function8 Vehicle Services Establishments that sell, repair, service, tow or store vehicles or marine vessels9 IndustrialEstablishments that warehouse, wholesale, manufacture or distribute good; including businesses that store significant amounts of goods and equipment10 Governmental Facilities Any facility owned and operated by a governmental agency excluding utility/infrastructure uses11 Utility/Infrastructure Any public utility facility including drainage, cable, electrical and gas facilities12 Recreation/Open Space Any public or private recreation facility13 ParkingAny stand-alone parcel devoted to parking including paved lots and grassed areas with wheel stops0 VacantAny undeveloped land or land with a vacant building or storefrontTable 3.A. Existing Land Use General DescriptionsLand UseDowntown Core Old Bay South Gateway Prospect Lake Downtown Gateway DowntownParcels Acres % Parcels Acres % Parcels Acres % Parcels Acres % Parcels Acres % Parcels Acres %Vacant32 12.1 9.2 63 17.5 19.4 8 1.7 7.6 160 32.1 24.3 31 7.5 4.3 294 73.0 13.2Single Family2 0.5 0.4 49 9.7 10.8 3 2.0 8.8 45 6.5 4.9 202 31.7 18.1 301 50.4 9.2Two Family0 0.0 0.0 15 2.4 2.7 1 0.2 0.9 18 2.6 2.0 149 26.2 14.9 184 31.4 5.7Multi-Family428 10.9 8.4 141 9.0 10.0 27 1.2 5.1 65 15.5 11.8 370 36.5 20.8 1028 73.1 13.3Retail40 8.9 6.8 14 9.0 10.0 2 5.4 23.6 29 9.2 7.0 53 17.0 9.7 138 47.4 8.6Office28 11.1 8.5 11 2.9 3.3 11 7.9 34.3 58 30.0 22.7 64 17.3 9.9 175 69.2 12.6Institutional22 11.1 8.5 11 6.2 6.9 2 0.4 1.7 13 6.4 4.9 12 19.8 11.3 59 44.0 8.0Overnight Accommodations3 4.7 3.6 4 6.4 7.1 0 0.0 0.0 2 2.8 2.1 6 3.2 1.8 15 17.1 3.1Vehicle Services2 0.8 0.6 3 1.2 1.3 0 0.0 0.0 16 4.8 3.7 9 4.0 2.3 30 10.8 2.0Industrial8 3.6 2.8 13 7.3 8.1 0 0.0 0.0 20 10.5 7.9 0 0.0 0.0 40 21.4 3.9Governmental21 23.0 17.5 0 0.0 0.0 3 1.6 6.9 10 3.0 2.3 1 0.1 0.1 31 27.7 5.0Utility/Infrastructure0 0.0 0.0 5 10.3 11.4 0 0.0 0.0 0 0.0 0.0 5 8.6 4.9 8 18.9 3.4Recreation7 20.2 15.4 6 7.2 8.0 1 1.1 4.7 2 7.3 5.5 2 0.5 0.3 16 36.2 6.6Parking32 24.0 18.3 8 0.8 0.9 3 1.5 6.4 3 1.1 0.8 11 2.9 1.6 56 30.3 5.5Totals:619 130.9 100.0 343 89.8 100.0 61 23.0 100.0 441 131.9 100.0 914 175.3 100.0 2,378 550.9 100.0Table 3.B. Land Use Distribution by Character District December, 2017 | 171 of 189AppendicesAPPENDIX 4 DEMOGRAPHICS METHODOLOGY AND ESTIMATESThe demographic profile included in this plan utilized the 2000 and 2010 Census data, as well as 2011-2015 American Community Survey estimates, which were released in December of 2016. Because the Character District lines are not positioned along Census Block Group boundaries, all data was apportioned using an innovative software tool, MySidewalk. The demographic data utilized within the Plan include the following:xPopulation;xPopulation by Race/Ethnicity;xPopulation by Gender and Age;xMedian Age;xHouseholds;xMedian Household Income;xHousing Units;xMedian Value Owner-Occupied Units; xMedian Rent;xPercentage of Income Spent Towards Rent; and xHousing Units By Year BuiltAppendix Map 4A shows the Census Tracts from the 2000 Census and Map 4B shows the Tracts as they were during the 2010 Census.Column intentionally left blank Cleveland StDrew StMissouri AveFt Harrison AveMyrtle AveCourt StChestnut StDruid RdOsceola AveGarden AveGulf to Bay BlvdHighland AveMartin Luther King, Jr AveTurner StBlock Group 5Block Group 1Block Group 4Block Group 1Block Group 2Block Group 3Block Group 2Block Group 1Block Group 1Block Group 2Block Group 6Block Group 3Block Group 5Block Group 3Block Group 4Block Group 4Block Group 5Block Group 2Block Group 3Block Group 4Block Group 5Block Group 4Block Group 6263264261259.02262259.01265260.01267.01Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment PlanAppendix Map 4.A2000 Census Tracts & Block GroupsSources: City of Clearwater Planning & Development Department; Engineering Department; Pinellas County Property AppraiserPrepared by: City of Clearwater Planning & Development Department, December 20171 inch = 1,000 feet®Census Tracts & Blok GroupsCensus TractCensus Block GroupDowntown Plan AreaProposed Old Bay Expansion Old BayDowntownCoreProspectLakeDowntown GatewaySouthGatewayCleveland StDrew StMissouri AveFt Harrison AveMyrtle AveCourt StChestnut StDruid RdOsceola AveGarden AveGulf to Bay BlvdHighland AveMartin Luther King, Jr AveTurner St259263264262261.01265260.01267.01Block Group 5Block Group 6Block Group 1Block Group 5Block Group 2Block Group 3Block Group 1Block Group 1Block Group 2Block Group 1Block Group 2Block Group 6Block Group 2Block Group 3Block Group 4Block Group 3Block Group 4Block Group 2Block Group 3Block Group 4Block Group 5Block Group 6Block Group 3Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment PlanAppendix Map 4.B2010 Census Tracts & Block GroupsSources: City of Clearwater Planning & Development Department; Engineering Department; Pinellas County Property AppraiserPrepared by: City of Clearwater Planning & Development Department, December 20171 inch = 1,000 feet®Census Tracts & Block GroupsCensus Block Group 2010Census TractProposed Old Bay Expansion Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan174 of 189 | December, 2017APPENDIX 5 UTILITIES MAPSPage intentionally left blank Old BayDowntownCoreProspectLakeDowntown GatewaySouthGatewayCleveland StDrew StMissouri AveFt Harrison AveMyrtle AveCourt StChestnut StDruid RdOsceola AveGarden AveGulf to Bay BlvdHighland AveMartin Luther King, Jr AveTurner StWClearwater Downtown Redevelopment PlanAppendix Map 5.APotable WaterSources: City of Clearwater Planning & Development Department; Engineering Department; Pinellas County Property AppraiserPrepared by: City of Clearwater Planning & Development Department, December 20171 inch = 1,000 feet®Potable Water LineProposed Old Bay Expansion Old BayDowntownCoreProspectLakeDowntown GatewaySouthGatewayCleveland StDrew StMissouri AveFt Harrison AveMyrtle AveCourt StChestnut StDruid RdOsceola AveGarden AveGulf to Bay BlvdHighland AveMartin Luther King, Jr AveTurner StWClearwater Downtown Redevelopment PlanAppendix Map 5.BSanitary SewerSources: City of Clearwater Planning & Development Department; Engineering Department; Pinellas County Property AppraiserPrepared by: City of Clearwater Planning & Development Department, December 20171 inch = 1,000 feet®Sanitary PipeProposed Old Bay Expansion Old BayDowntownCoreProspectLakeDowntown GatewaySouthGatewayCleveland StDrew StMissouri AveFt Harrison AveMyrtle AveCourt StChestnut StDruid RdOsceola AveGarden AveGulf to Bay BlvdHighland AveMartin Luther King, Jr AveTurner StWClearwater Downtown Redevelopment PlanAppendix Map 5.CStormwater SystemSources: City of Clearwater Planning & Development Department; Engineering Department; Pinellas County Property AppraiserPrepared by: City of Clearwater Planning & Development Department, December 20171 inch = 1,000 feet®Stormwater PipeStormwater BasinsAllen's CreekCoastal Zone 1Stevenson CreekProposed Old Bay Expansion Old BayDowntownCoreProspectLakeDowntown GatewaySouthGatewayCleveland StDrew StMissouri AveFt Harrison AveMyrtle AveCourt StChestnut StDruid RdOsceola AveGarden AveGulf to Bay BlvdHighland AveMartin Luther King, Jr AveTurner StWClearwater Downtown Redevelopment PlanAppendix Map 5.DReclaimed WaterSources: City of Clearwater Planning & Development Department; Engineering Department; Pinellas County Property AppraiserPrepared by: City of Clearwater Planning & Development Department, December 20171 inch = 1,000 feet®Reclaimed Water LineProposed Old Bay Expansion Old BayDowntownCoreProspectLakeDowntown GatewaySouthGatewayCleveland StDrew StMissouri AveFt Harrison AveMyrtle AveCourt StChestnut StDruid RdOsceola AveGarden AveGulf to Ba y BlvdHighland AveMartin Luther King, Jr AveTurner StWClearwater Downtown Redevelopment PlanAppendix Map 5.EGas SystemSources: City of Clearwater Planning & Development Department; Engineering Department; Pinellas County Property AppraiserPrepared by: City of Clearwater Planning & Development Department, December 20171 inch = 1,000 feet®Gas MainProposed Old Bay Expansion Cleveland StDrew StMissouri AveFt Harrison AveMyrtle AveCourt StChestnut StDruid RdOsceola AveGarden AveGulf to Bay BlvdHighland AveMartin Luther King, Jr AveTurner StWClearwater Downtown Redevelopment PlanAppendix Map 5.FDowntown TreesSources: City of Clearwater Planning & Development Department; Engineering Department; Pinellas County Property AppraiserPrepared by: City of Clearwater Planning & Development Department, December 20171 inch = 1,000 feet®TreesCrape MyrtleOakOtherProposed Old Bay ExpansionPhoenix Palm December, 2017 | 181 of 189AppendicesAPPENDIX 6 COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AREA BOUNDARIES AND PERIPHERY PLAN MAPPage intentionally left blank Cleveland StDrew StMissouri AveFt Harrison AveMyrtle AveCourt StChestnut StDruid RdOsceola AveGarden AveGulf to Bay BlvdHighland AveMartin Luther King, Jr AveTurner StNorthwest Periphery PlanSoutheast Periphery PlanSouthwest Periphery PlanNortheast Periphery PlanClearwater Downtown Redevelopment PlanAppendix Map 6CRA Boundaries & Periphery PlansSources: City of Clearwater Planning & Development Department; Engineering Department; Pinellas County Property AppraiserPrepared by: City of Clearwater Planning & Development Department, November 20171 inch = 1,000 feet®Downtown Plan AreaOriginal CRAExpanded CRAPeriphery Boundaries December, 2017 | 183 of 189AppendicesDistrictExisting Scenario Proposed ScenarioResidential Commercial Residential CommercialDowntown Core 20% 80% 20% 80%Old Bay 60% 40% 60% 40%South Gateway 33% 66% 50% 50%Town Lake Residential 80% 20% 80% 20%Town Lake Business 33% 66% 20% 80%East Gateway 66% 33% 66% 33%APPENDIX 7 BUILD-OUT SCENARIOS (2004)To compare the pre-2004 Plan development potential of the Downtown to the development potential proposed in the 2004 Plan, the City of Clearwater hired Tampa Bay Engineering to prepare a detailed comparison of them. The methodology and all assumptions were reviewed and approved by the City’s Planning Department. This appendix explains the methodology used to prepare those buildout scenarios. The development potential that existed prior to the 2004 Plan was based on several adopted documents that established the maximum development potential for areas that comprised the expanded Downtown Plan Area. The existing potential was based on these specific documents:For the old Downtown Plan Area:1995 Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan For the four Periphery Areas:Downtown Clearwater Periphery Plan, 2000 Update For the Eastern CRA Expansion Area:Land Use Plan categories of the Clearwater Comprehensive Plan The proposed development potential was based on the density and intensity measures for each Character District as contained in the revised 2004 Plan. During the preparation of that Plan, it was determined that most of the CRA Expansion area would not be re-designated with the Central Business District plan category nor would the areas be rezoned to the Downtown zoning district. Those parcels retained their current land use plan categories and zoning districts that are used throughout the City. For the parcels in this expansion area, the maximum development potential was based on the density and intensity measures in their respective land use plan categories. There were five parcels excluded from the Buildout scenarios for two reasons: their development as a public park or public facility was unlikely to change during the life of the Plan; and, secondly, the Plan and previous City actions did not allow the redevelopment of these parcels. The parcels excluded from the build-out scenarios were: xCoachman Park (17.8 acres in the Downtown Core District) xNew Main Library site (2.1 acres in the Downtown Core District)xStation Square Park (0.42 acres in the Downtown Core District) xSeminole Street Launching Facility (5.74 acres in the Old Bay District)xProspect Lake Park (4.93 in the Town Lake Residential District)The three parcels excluded from the Downtown Core District total 20.32 acres; the sizes of the other two parcels are shown above. All other parcels within the Downtown Plan Area were included in the buildout scenarios since the purpose was to estimate the maximum development potential during the life of the Plan.A ratio of expected development was applied to both the existing and proposed buildout scenarios. The ratios reflected the goals, objectives and policies governing development in the current plan and the proposed plan. The land use ratio for each Character District is shown in the table below. The steps in the methodology along with an example of each step is shown below. 1. The total acreage for each Character District was calculated based on the boundaries provided by the Clearwater Planning Department using GIS software. EXAMPLE: District A = 50 acresTable 7.A. Land Use Ratios by Character District Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan184 of 189 | December, 2017Existing PlanProposed PlanDevelopment Potential (Proposed - Existing)DistrictDwelling Units Commercial Sq. Ft. Dwelling Units Commercial Sq. Ft. Dwelling Units Commercial Sq. Ft.Downtown Core 1,324 13,299,784 1,508 15,051,085 +184+1,751,301Old Bay2,367 1,900,142 1,838 660,021-529-1,240,121South Gateway 386795,214573498,762+187-296,452Town Lake Residential 3,105 1,187,207 1,998 732,493-1,107-454,714Town Lake Business 8823,050,372 2621,519,373 -620-1,530,999East Gateway 3,361 1,001,242 2,920 652,560-441-348,682TOTAL11,425 21,233,961 9,099 19,114,294 2,326 Available Units 2,119,667 Available Sq. Ft.2. Within each Character District, the size of each plan category was calculated using GIS software. EXAMPLE: District AResidential = 25 acresCommercial = 25 acres3. Parcels developed with major public facilities (parks and library) were noted for exclusion from the acreage of the applicable Character District. EXAMPLE: District AParcel 1 = 5 acres with 25 dwelling units (FLU = RES)Parcel 2 = 5 acres with 50,000 square feet shopping center (FLU =COM)4. Excluded parcels were subtracted from the appropriate land use plan category acreages.EXAMPLE: District AResidential 25 acres – 5 acre (Parcel 1) = 20 acres Commercial 25 acres – 5 acres (Parcel 2) = 20 acres5. The total acreage for each plan category was then multiplied by the maximum density/intensity as dictated by the governing plan.EXAMPLE: District AResidential 20 acres @ 6 d.u./acre = 120 dwelling unitsOR20 acres @ 0.25 FAR = 217,800 square feetCommercial 20 acres @ 10 d.u./acre = 200 dwelling unitsOR20 acres @ 0.50 FAR = 435,600 square feet6. The resulting density/intensity, both residential and commercial, for each category were totaled for each character district.Table 7.B. Summary of Maximum Development Potential by Character DistrictCurrent Development Potential Compared to Proposed Development PotentialEXAMPLE: District Ai. Total maximum residential density = 395 dwelling unitsORii. Total commercial density = 757,851 square feet ORiii. Some combination of i and ii7. A ratio of allowable land use allocations (residential and commercial) was then applied to the resulting total dwelling units and total commercial square footage to determine the overall buildout. The allowable land use mix permitted within the applicable Character District determined these ratios (See Table below for specific land use allocations). December, 2017 | 185 of 189AppendicesFiscal Year 2002-2003Program Project Evaluation $ (e)StatusMemorial Causeway Bridgex64.2M Open to traffic 1Q 2004Main Libraryx20.2M Opening Early 2004Prospect Lake Park Constructionx7.3M Suggestions for names being accepted/Grand Open Fall 2003Fort Harrison Avenue Improvementsx5.397M Constructoin started from project’s southern boundary. DOT working with the city to ensure night lane closure doesn’t impact trafficEast Street Railroad TracksxCSX 2.5M CompletedMediterranean Village (Public Investment)x1M Phase I broke ground 8/02, expected complettion of Phase I - 10/03Calvary PropertyxInquiries being receivedSuper Block PropertyxAmSouth building purchased by 400 Cleveland LLC in 3/03. Earlier this year, the Commission agreed to sell the city owned parking lots on Drew between Ft. Harrison & Osceola to Colliers Arnold if they moved forward with their mixed use project at corner of Drew & Osceola. The Commission will be asked to approve the contract for the sale of this property on 7/17.Update Downtown Redevelopment PlanxDraft released for public input. Presentations scheduled to DDB 7/2/03, CDB 7/15/03, CRA 8/18 & Commission 9/4/03Character District/Urban Design GuidelinesxPart of Downtown PlanStreetscape and Wayfinding Signagex28K Commission approve contract to Bellemo-Herbert for construction drawings for wayfinding signage. Drawings to be complete 9/03. Signage to be installed by 1/04 (750K).Gateway Redevelopment Findings of Necessity StudyxBCC approved 10/29/02APPENDIX 8 DOWNTOWN-GATEWAY STRATEGIC ACTION PLANDowntown-Gateway Strategic Action Program Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan186 of 189 | December, 2017Fiscal Year 2002-2003Program Project Evaluation $ (e)StatusGateway CRA Expansion Redevelopment PlanxPresented to Commission. Part of Downtown Plan above.Downtown and Bluff Parking Studyx98K Completed. Report received & presented to Commission in June 2002. Commission endorsed the implementation of the recommendations. reduced meter times, reorganized & increased enforcement, Streetscape Plan add estimated 75 spaces. Looking at options.Downtown Property Maintenancex37K On-goingMarketingx20K 2,500 copies of the Marketing brochure distributed. Follow-up calls to be made to developers. Attending ICSC Conference in August 2003.Downtown Business Retention xOngoing. City staff coordinating Business Growth Meetings. Downtown Forum created with Chamber, City, Main Street & Downtown Merchants Assoc. Main Street volunteers visiting businesses.Homeless AlternativesxOn-going. Public/private Task Force created 10/02. Working with Pinellas County Homeless Coalition on a proposed North County Inebriate Family Care/Emergency Center.Support Guideway Phase IIxCommission approved contract to Grimail Crawford for Phase II of the StudyWaterfront Marinax 99K Consultant hired to assess the feasibility and permitting process associated with the future design and development of a waterfront marina. Proposed schedule for permit in 2004 and construction in 2005.Multiplex TheaterxOngoingTOTAL 2002100.8M December, 2017 | 187 of 189AppendicesFiscal Year 2003-2004Program Project Evaluation $ (e)StatusParking Garage LocationxUnder analysis.Myrtle Avenue Reconstructionx13.3M Contract award expected in September 2003.Clearwater West End Connection (DOT)xDOT 3M Underway by staff. Pinellas Trail ConnectionDefine Marketable Properties for LeasexUnder analysis.Retail Expertise/Storefront Workshopx10K Planned for late summer.On Street Parking by Employees xEnforcement increased.Develop Connection with:x Pinellas County GovernmentMeeting held 3/03. City Proclamation presented to County in May 2003. Faith Based Organizations BanksWork with local bank seeking downtown space.Main Street Retail Signagex24KDowntown Publication (quarterly Main Street Update)xOn-goingStation Square Parking Lot Mixed Use Infill Project (Public Investment)x1M Two RFP proposals received. Selection made and commission will be asked for approval to negotiate with The Beck Group (18M)Art DistrictxSteering Group formed with artists. Planning Department preparing Art District ordinance 10/03. Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan188 of 189 | December, 2017Fiscal Year 2003-2004Program Project Evaluation $ (e)StatusCharter ReviewxUnderway by Charter Review Committee.Quality Evening Restaurant(s)xProperty Owners AssociationxPublic Art OrdinancexCultural Arts Division preparing Public Art Ordinance.Waterfront DesignxConceptual design of future waterfront park approved by Commission in June 2003.TOTAL 200317.3MFiscal Year 2004-2005Program Project Evaluation $ (e)StatusPublic Art Project(s)xRemove Industrial PropertiesxKey Real Estate Development Opportunities/StrategiesxDrew Street Corridor Study xHarborview Long Range OptionsxAlleys for Pedestrian Connectionx December, 2017 | 189 of 189AppendicesPage intentionally left blank Community Development Board – January 9, 2018 City Council – January 18, 2018 Ordinance No. 9103-18 – Page 1 PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BOARD STAFF REPORT MEETING DATE: January 9, 2018 AGENDA ITEM: D.1. CASE: Ordinance No. 9103-18 ORDINANCE NO.: 9103-18 REQUEST: Review and recommendation to the City Council on amendments to the Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan repealing and replacing Chapters 1-3 which update goals, objectives and policies; increase density and intensity and revise height; modify Character District boundaries; and expand the Old Bay Character District boundaries northward. INITIATED BY: City of Clearwater, Planning and Development Department BACKGROUND: History of Downtown Planning The City of Clearwater (City) has been active in its pursuit of Downtown revitalization since the 1970s. The first planning study for Downtown Clearwater was released in 1977. In 1981, the City established a Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) and created the Community Redevelopment Area that stretched from Clearwater Harbor to east of Missouri Avenue. At this time, the City also approved Downtown’s first plan known as the Redevelopment Plan. In 1993, the City Commission approved the Downtown Clearwater Periphery Plan, which addressed the development potential of four areas located on the edges of Downtown identified as important to the success of overall downtown redevelopment (i.e., Northwest, Southwest, Northeast and Southeast Expansion Areas). In 1995, the City Commission approved a major revision to the Redevelopment Plan, establishing five overall goals for Downtown and renaming it the Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan (the Plan). Planning & Development Department Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan Amendment Long Range Planning Division Community Development Board – January 9, 2018 Community Redevelopment Agency – January 16, 2018 City Council – January 18, 2018 Ordinance No. 9103-18 – Page 2 In 2004 a major update to the Plan was completed which incorporated the four periphery areas and the new eastern gateway to Downtown and expanded the Community Redevelopment Area into the Plan and the Downtown Planning Area. With this expansion, the total Downtown Planning Area expanded to almost 545 acres, inclusive of two areas that were within the Downtown Clearwater Periphery Plan that were not otherwise integrated into the CRA. This update also included the formation of six Character Districts and created flexibility for future growth with site plan and design review to implement design guidelines. The City also established the Public Amenities Incentive Pool, which can be allocated to specific projects that make a major contribution to Downtown. Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan Update Overview Since the adoption of the Plan some redevelopment has occurred in the Downtown; however, there continues to be a lack of commercial development, erosion of neighborhood character, and limited new housing development. This update is primarily focused on the land use components of the Plan, with additional updates to incorporate current data. Chapter 4, Implementation Plan, is not proposed to be amended at this time; however, it is incorporated into the updated document and reformatted to be consistent with the Plan as a whole. This update of the Plan reaffirms the vision for Downtown as the urban core and heart of the City, and incorporates the goals and policies of several recently completed documents including the North Marina Area Master Plan, Clearwater Comprehensive Boating Plan, Imagine Clearwater, and the East Gateway District Vision Plan. Several changes to the Character Districts are proposed, including combining the Town Lake Residential and Town Lake Business Character Districts into one District, Prospect Lake, named for the City stormwater pond and park. This would reduce the number of Character Districts from six to five. A new direction for the District is envisioned and is appropriate for all properties within the two former Town Lake Districts. The East Gateway District has been rebranded as the Downtown Gateway, so the Character District name is updated accordingly. Additionally, this update proposes to expand the Old Bay Character District to include 9.671 acres that were included in the study area of the North Marina Area Master Plan but were not already in the Downtown Plan Area. The boundary revisions are illustrated on Map 1. (See page 4) To increase overall housing production, which is a component of addressing housing affordability concerns, development potential is proposed to be increased in all Character Districts. Additionally, changes are proposed to simplify properties’ development potential so it is not based on lot size, which eliminates the need for lot consolidation in certain Districts. In those Character Districts that are primarily low-scale and/or single family residential (i.e., Planning & Development Department Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan Amendment Long Range Planning Division Community Development Board – January 9, 2018 Community Redevelopment Agency – January 16, 2018 City Council – January 18, 2018 Ordinance No. 9103-18 – Page 3 Downtown Gateway and Old Bay Districts), density is proposed to be increased to 35 dwelling units per acre, which has been identified as being conducive for “missing middle housing” consisting of single-family houses, multiplexes, townhouses and bungalow courts which offer a variety of needed housing types. This increase in density supports the desired residential infill development on small sites that is typical in these neighborhoods, compatible with the existing single family home and consistent with urban downtowns. In some instances the density may allow for a single additional unit on an existing parcel and is a gentle way to add density to an urban neighborhood, while also making existing sites and buildings more viable for development. In certain Districts, an increase to nonresidential development potential (floor area ratio) is also proposed to support the vision of multi-story buildings with structured parking along Downtown’s commercial corridors. Where nonresidential development potential was previously 1.0 FAR, it is proposed to be increased to 1.5 FAR to enable this transition. The western edge of the Prospect Lake District is proposed to receive the greatest increase in development potential (75 dwelling units per acre or 2.5 FAR) which would allow redevelopment that supports the eastern edge of the Downtown Core District. The update proposes changes to maximum heights within certain Character Districts that were formerly hinted at in Plan policies, which, coupled with the floor area ratio changes, reflects the importance of protecting the historic single-family character of certain Downtown neighborhoods (e.g., the Grove Street neighborhood) while supporting more intense and taller development along major streets. To fully integrate the properties in the proposed Old Bay Expansion Area into the Downtown Planning Area, additional steps will be necessary. The City’s Future Land Use Map and Zoning Atlas will need to be amended to designate these parcels with the Central Business District (CDB) future land use category and the Downtown (D) zoning district, consistent with the majority of the Downtown Planning Area. Similarly, those areas in the Prospect Lake and Downtown Gateway Character Districts that are not designated as Central Business District (CBD) future land use and Downtown (D) District would not be provided the same development potential proposed within the Plan unless the City processes Future Land Use Map and Zoning Atlas amendments to designate them accordingly. This would unify all of Downtown within the same category and allow the increased development potential proposed in the Plan to be applied to all properties in the Downtown Planning Area. The Plan proposes policy to support unification of the designations. The variety of existing future land use designations and zoning districts are shown on Maps 2 and 3. (See page 5) Planning & Development Department Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan Amendment Long Range Planning Division Community Development Board – January 9, 2018 Community Redevelopment Agency – January 16, 2018 City Council – January 18, 2018 Ordinance No. 9103-18 – Page 4 Additionally, to implement the updated vision and goals of the Plan, the Downtown zoning district in the Community Development Code must be updated to allow many uses by right and to establish design standards for Downtown properties. The Design Guidelines are proposed to be removed from this Plan and relocated to the Downtown (D) District in the Community Development Code in the form of design standards. Generally the updated goals, objectives, policies and development potential support a multimodal Downtown, preservation of neighborhood character, allow for greater development opportunities for existing lots, and encourage a variety of housing types. Map 1 Proposed Expansion & New Districts Planning & Development Department Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan Amendment Long Range Planning Division Community Development Board – January 9, 2018 Community Redevelopment Agency – January 16, 2018 City Council – January 18, 2018 Ordinance No. 9103-18 – Page 5 Map 2 Zoning Districts Map 3 Future Land Use Designations Planning & Development Department Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan Amendment Long Range Planning Division Community Development Board – January 9, 2018 Community Redevelopment Agency – January 16, 2018 City Council – January 18, 2018 Ordinance No. 9103-18 – Page 6 Community Meetings Outreach to the various Downtown business and resident groups provided opportunities to review proposed changes throughout the planning process. Staff presented six times to the Downtown groups and organizations in 2016. Additionally, community meetings were held at the Clearwater Main Library where feedback display boards utilizing emojis and visual preference voting gathered public feedback on the Vision, Goals, and Guiding Principles and the proposed changes to the Character Districts. The goal was to reaffirm the vision for Downtown and the responses were very positive. ANALYSIS: The Plan has two purposes. It serves as a Special Area Plan in accordance with the Countywide Rules of Pinellas County, guiding development through goals, objectives and policies and regulating uses and development potential within the Character Districts. It also is the Community Redevelopment Plan for the 449 acres contained in the CRA, establishing policies that guide future actions and projects of the City’s Community Redevelopment Agency. Proposed Ordinance No. 9103-18 repeals and replaces Chapters 1 through 3 of the Plan (Exhibit A of ordinance). Chapter 4 is not being amended through this ordinance, but is anticipated to be updated concurrently with the 15-year review of the CRA Plan by Pinellas County in 2018. Below is a summary of the proposed amendments, the majority of which are within Chapter 3. Chapter 1 Introduction, History & Planning for Downtown (Pages 2-9 of Plan) The Introduction Chapter identifies the purpose of the Plan, provides a brief history Clearwater and details planning efforts for Downtown. This section is proposed to be reorganized and updated for clarity and succinctness. Chapter 2 Existing Conditions (Pages 12-41 of Plan) The Existing Conditions Chapter is a collection of data on the existing conditions of the Downtown Planning Area including land uses, historic resources, demographics, transportation, parking infrastructure, public recreation facilities, and existing City and/or CRA redevelopment programs and completed projects. Generally, data was updated and demographics utilized the 2010 U.S. Census and American Community Survey (ACS) 2011-2015 estimates. Planning & Development Department Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan Amendment Long Range Planning Division Community Development Board – January 9, 2018 Community Redevelopment Agency – January 16, 2018 City Council – January 18, 2018 Ordinance No. 9103-18 – Page 7 Chapter 3 Land Use /Redevelopment Plan (Pages 44-125 of Plan) The Land Use/Redevelopment Plan Chapter establishes the goals, objectives and policies for Downtown and its Character Districts, as well as the development potential and height for properties within the Downtown Planning Area. Downtown Goals In addition to minor modifications to the original three goals within the Downtown Plan i.e., People, Accessibility (renamed from Movement), and Amenity, a fourth goal is proposed, Urban Design, to emphasize the importance of quality urban design in revitalizing Downtown. Guiding Principles The original Guiding Principles have been revised with three significant changes. The Plan proposes to view parking as infrastructure that supports Downtown as a collective whole and encourages integrated transportation options. Two additional Guiding Principles are proposed: Environment and Resilience. They emphasize the importance of incremental improvements and that Downtown will be prepared to positively adapt to a disruption. Character Districts, Generally As previously mentioned, this update modifies the Character Districts by combining two Character Districts into one (Prospect Lake) and proposes to expand the Old Bay District boundary, and subsequently the Downtown Planning Area. These modifications are based on expanded vision of development opportunities and change from 2004 within these areas, and incorporate recently completed supporting documents. Each District includes a vision for future development, as well as description of uses, function, development patterns, and policies that are specific to implementing the District’s vision. The amount of nonresidential or residential development (floor area ratio [FAR] or density) that can be built and any limitations on overall height are also specified and are illustrated on Maps 4 through 7. See paged 14-15. The proposed revisions include changes to permitted density, intensity and maximum heights in several Districts to support their individual visions, provide further redevelopment opportunities, facilitate transitions, and allow for additional infill housing and neighborhood redevelopment. However, it remains consistent that the most intensive development should occur in the Downtown Core and generally become less intensive to the north, south and east. A brief description of the vision and changes proposed within each Character District follow. Maps 4 through 7 show the proposed development potential. Planning & Development Department Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan Amendment Long Range Planning Division Community Development Board – January 9, 2018 Community Redevelopment Agency – January 16, 2018 City Council – January 18, 2018 Ordinance No. 9103-18 – Page 8 Downtown Core District The Downtown Core District is envisioned to be the most dense and intense District and should continue to be a center for government and office uses with walkable block sizes and an interconnected street grid that make it pedestrian-friendly and balance the needs of all users. Development and redevelopment along Osceola Avenue is envisioned to be the active edge of the Downtown waterfront. Key components of the redevelopment strategy are to attract residential development to the Downtown Core and to implement Imagine Clearwater, which is addressed by including appropriate language within the vision and development patterns sections, as well as in District-specific policies. The Plan proposes a density increase of 5 dwelling units per acre (du/ac) which is the maximum able to be requested under the Countywide Rules. A summary of the proposed development potential for the Downtown Core is included in Table 1. Table 1. Downtown Core Development Potential EXISTING PROPOSED CHANGE FAR 4.0 4.0 no change Density 70 du/ac or 95 hotel units/ac 75 du/ac or 95 hotel units/ac + 5 du/ac increase, no change in hotel units/ac Height Unlimited* Unlimited* no change *Policies direct height along Cleveland Street to be consistent with historic building patterns. Old Bay District The Old Bay District is a mixed-use neighborhood that supports the Downtown employment base with residential uses, limited neighborhood commercial uses and office uses. The District is envisioned to remain low-rise and promote pedestrian and bicyclist connectivity. The Plan supports an activated waterfront area that balances the needs of the boating community and area residents and values views of and public access to the water. The boundary of the District is proposed to be expanded to include the 41 parcels to the north, totaling 9.671 acres that were part of the North Marina Area Master Plan. This will increase the size of the Downtown Planning Area from 544.929 acres to 554.6 acres. The Plan proposes increased nonresidential development potential for properties fronting on and westward of North Fort Harrison Avenue. Generally, the Plan proposes a density increase of 10 to 27.5 dwelling units per acre depending on property size and location, as well as simplification of density allocation. Currently the maximum permitted height varies by location to facilitate a transition in scale of development, and a similar transition at a lower height is proposed in the Planning & Development Department Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan Amendment Long Range Planning Division Community Development Board – January 9, 2018 Community Redevelopment Agency – January 16, 2018 City Council – January 18, 2018 Ordinance No. 9103-18 – Page 9 Plan. The Plan proposes certain reductions in height to be more consistent with the neighborhood character, the preservation of which was already envisioned through District specific policies and supported by the 2014 ULI Advisory Services Panel Report. Reduced height with increased density supports development that fills out a site in an urban form, rather than a tower surrounded by parking. Additionally the changes in maximum permitted height are supported by the North Marina Area Master Plan’s vision for the area. The Plan also proposes to establish the maximum height in the Old Bay expansion area as 30 feet, which is consistent with the current allowable height. Table 2 compares the change in development potential, excluding properties with other zoning and future land use designations. Planning & Development Department Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan Amendment Long Range Planning Division Community Development Board – January 9, 2018 Community Redevelopment Agency – January 16, 2018 City Council – January 18, 2018 Ordinance No. 9103-18 – Page 10 Table 2. Old Bay Development Potential EXISTING PROPOSED CHANGE FAR Fronting on N. Ft. Harrison Ave. and westward: 1.0 Fronting on N. Ft. Harrison Ave. and westward: 1.5 +0.5 increase for properties fronting on and westward of N. Ft. Harrison Ave. Eastward of properties fronting on N. Ft. Harrison Ave.: 0.5 Eastward of properties fronting on N. Ft. Harrison Ave.: 0.5 no change for properties eastward of properties fronting on N. Ft. Harrison Ave. Density Fronting on N. Ft. Harrison Ave. and less than 2 acres: 25 du/ac, or greater than 2 acres: 50 du/ac 35 du/ac or 50 du/ac for mixed use +10 du/ac increase for parcels less than 2 acres -15 du/ac decrease for properties 2 acres or larger ** Eastward of properties front on N. Ft. Harrison Ave. and less than 1 acre: 7.5 du/ac, or greater than 1 acre: 25 du/ac +27.5 du/ac increase for parcels less than 2 acres +10 du/ac increase for parcels 2 acres or larger West of N. Osceola Ave. and north of Seminole St. and equal 2 acres or greater: 50 hotel units/ac West of N. Osceola Ave. and north of Seminole St. and 2 acres or greater, excluding properties fronting on Cedar St.: 50 hotel units/ac Clarification that the hotel development potential does not apply within the Old Bay expansion area Bed and Breakfasts not permitted Bed and Breakfasts: 35 rooms/ac, not to exceed 10 rooms Bed and Breakfast density established Height Between N. Osceola Ave. and Ft. Harrison Ave. and between Jones and Drew St., and properties west of N. Osceola Ave. and between Drew and Georgia Sts.: 150 ft. West of N. Osceola Ave. and between Drew and Georgia Sts., or between N. Osceola and N. Ft. Harrison Aves. and between Jones and Drew Sts.: 150 ft. No changes for properties with a max height of 150 ft. West of N. Osceola Ave. between Georgia and Eldridge Sts.: 120 ft. West of Garden Ave. and south of Nicholson St.: 55 ft. -65 foot reduction in height for properties between Georgia and Eldridge Sts. *** -45 foot reduction in height for properties between Eldridge and Nicholson Sts.*** West of N. Osceola Ave. between Eldridge St. and northern boundary: 100 ft. East of Osceola Ave.: 40 ft. East of Garden Ave. and south of Nicholson St.: 45 ft. +15 foot increase for properties between N. Osceola and Garden Aves. +5 foot increase for properties east of Garden Ave. North of Nicholson St. not included in the Old Bay Character District, height varies by current zoning district North of Nicholson St.: 30 ft. Properties north of Nicholson Street included in the Old Bay Character District and height established at 30 ft. ** Staff research found there are 3 properties that would be impacted, one City-owned. *** Height reductions are supported by the North Marina Area Master Plan and current District policies. Planning & Development Department Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan Amendment Long Range Planning Division Community Development Board – January 9, 2018 Community Redevelopment Agency – January 16, 2018 City Council – January 18, 2018 Ordinance No. 9103-18 – Page 11 South Gateway District The South Gateway District provides a transition from the Downtown Core District to the single family neighborhoods southeast of Downtown. The Plan envisions that South Fort Harrison will continue to be ideal frontage for commercial, office, and medical uses due to its proximity to the Morton Plan Hospital campus. Connections to the Pinellas and Druid Trails are encouraged. The District is largely redeveloped with commercial uses along South Fort Harrison Avenue. Along Turner Street many offices converted from homes and there are limited remaining residential uses. The Plan proposes development potential increases throughout the entire District. Table 3 compares the change in development potential for this District. Table 3. South Gateway Development Potential EXISTING PROPOSED CHANGE FAR 1.0 1.5 +0.5 increase Density Less than 2 ac: 25 du/ac or 2 acres and greater: 35 du/ac. 2 acres and greater, mixed use: 50 du/ac 35 du/ac or 50 du/ac for mixed use +10 du/ac increase for parcels less than 2 acres no change for parcels 2 acres or greater Height 50 feet 55 feet +5 foot increase Prospect Lake District This District is proposed to be formed by combining the Town Lake Residential District and the Town Lake Business Park District. Generally both Districts have the same development potential; however, Town Lake Business Park District is supportive of large scale suburban style office development which has not occurred and is not anticipated to develop in the future. When analyzing the development potential, goals, patterns and envisioned development of the two Districts they were consistent and compatible. As previously mentioned, the Plan proposes a substantial increase in development potential for properties west of South Prospect Avenue and Knights Alley. This increase is compatible with the adjacent Downtown Core District to the west and will allow both sides of Myrtle Avenue to develop at an appropriate scale and intensity. The Plan envisions Myrtle Avenue as a walkable urban street and new residents in the District will enliven Downtown. Within the areas generally north of Laura Street and east of Martin Luther King, Jr. Avenue reductions in height are proposed that establishes a standard consistent with the height limitations supported by existing policies. Some properties in the District are not currently zoned Downtown (D) and designated Central Business District (CBD) on the future land use map (See Maps 2 and 3 on page 5) therefore, the proposed development potential shown in the table will not apply to them unless their designations are amended. Table 4 compares the changes in development potential, excluding properties with other zoning and future land use designations. Planning & Development Department Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan Amendment Long Range Planning Division Community Development Board – January 9, 2018 Community Redevelopment Agency – January 16, 2018 City Council – January 18, 2018 Ordinance No. 9103-18 – Page 12 Table 4. Prospect Lake Development Potential Character Districts EXISTING PROPOSED Prospect Lake CHANGE Town Lake Residential FAR 1.0 FAR West of S. Prospect Ave. and Knights Alley: 2.5 +1.5 increase for properties near Myrtle Ave. +0.5 increase in remainder of District Density 30 du/ac or 40 hotel units/ac, Bed and Breakfasts not permitted Remainder of District: 1.5 Height 75 ft. Density West of S. Prospect Ave. and Knights Alley: 75 du/ac or 40 hotel units/ac +45 du/ac increase for properties near Myrtle Ave. Town Lake Business Park FAR 1.0 Remainder of District 50 du/ac or 40 hotel units/ac, Bed and Breakfasts: 35 rooms/ac not to exceed 10 rooms +20 du/ac increase for remainder of District, Bed and Breakfasts added as a use and density established No change for hotel units/ac Density 30 du/ac or 40 hotel units/ac Bed and Breakfasts not permitted Height: South of Laura St., fronting on or south of Cleveland St.: 75 ft. no change for properties south of Laura St., fronting on or south of Cleveland St. Height 75 ft. Properties north of Laura St. and west of Martin Luther King, Jr. Ave.: 55 ft. -20 foot reduction in height for properties north of Laura St. and west of Martin Luther King, Jr Ave. ***** North of and not fronting on Cleveland St. and east of Martin Luther King, Jr. Ave.: 30 ft. -45 foot reduction in height for properties north of and not fronting on Cleveland St. **** **** Height previously reduced through policy. Downtown Gateway District This District was formerly called the East Gateway Character District and at the recommendation of the East Gateway District Vision Plan (2011) it was rebranded as the Downtown Gateway District. This District has a diverse neighborhood with a rich cultural base that creates a unique sense of place. This District is largely residential with commercial along Cleveland Street, Missouri Avenue and Gulf to Bay Boulevard. The growth and facility needs of medical office and small business provide a wide range of skilled and professional employment opportunities. The Plan proposes an increase in development potential for properties fronting on Cleveland Street between Missouri and Hillcrest Avenues or on Gulf to Bay Boulevard to support a concentration of multi-story buildings along these streets. Currently maximum height varies by use and the Plan proposes to regulate height by location. Generally, the proposed maximum height is a 5 to 30 foot increase from the current maximum height. Some properties in the District are not currently zoned Downtown (D) and designated Central Business District (CBD) Planning & Development Department Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan Amendment Long Range Planning Division Community Development Board – January 9, 2018 Community Redevelopment Agency – January 16, 2018 City Council – January 18, 2018 Ordinance No. 9103-18 – Page 13 on the future land use map (See Maps 2 and 3 on page 5) therefore, the proposed development potential shown in the table will not apply to them unless their designations are amended. Table 5 compares the changes in development potential, excluding properties with other zoning and future land use designations. Table 5. Downtown Gateway Development Potential EXISTING PROPOSED CHANGE FAR 0.55 Fronting on Cleveland St. between Missouri and Hillcrest Aves. or fronting on Gulf to Bay Blvd.: 1.5 +0.95 increase for properties fronting on Cleveland St. between Missouri to Hillcrest Aves. or on Gulf to Bay blvd. Remainder of District: 0.55 no change Density 30 du/ac or 40 hotel units/ac 35 du/ac or generally, fronting on Missouri Ave., Cleveland St., Gulf to Bay Blvd. more specifically as shown on Map 6, Maximum Hotel Density,: 40 hotel units/ac + 5 du/ac increase, Clarifying appropriate hotel locations eluded to in District vision, no change in hotel units/ac Height Office: 50 ft. Commercial: 25-35 ft. Multifamily: 50 ft. South of Grove St., fronting on or south of Cleveland St. between Missouri and N. San Remo Aves., south of Laura St between Hillcrest and N. San Remo Aves., and eastward of Gulf to Bay Blvd. and south of De Leon St.: 55 feet. South of Drew St. between Missouri and Hillcrest Aves.: 45 feet South of Drew St. between N. Hillcrest and N. Highland Aves.: 30 feet Criteria for maximum height changed from by use to by location. + 5 to +30 foot increase in height compared to ranges permitted for different uses. Planning & Development Department Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan Amendment Long Range Planning Division Community Development Board – January 9, 2018 Community Redevelopment Agency – January 16, 2018 City Council – January 18, 2018 Ordinance No. 9103-18 – Page 14 Map 4 Maximum Floor Area Ratio Map 5 Maximum Dwelling Units per Acre Planning & Development Department Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan Amendment Long Range Planning Division Community Development Board – January 9, 2018 Community Redevelopment Agency – January 16, 2018 City Council – January 18, 2018 Ordinance No. 9103-18 – Page 15 Map 6 Maximum Hotel Density Map 7 Maximum Height Planning & Development Department Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan Amendment Long Range Planning Division Community Development Board – January 9, 2018 Community Redevelopment Agency – January 16, 2018 City Council – January 18, 2018 Ordinance No. 9103-18 – Page 16 Future Elements Chapter 3 also includes sections that address recreation and open space, housing, transportation, streetscaping and wayfinding. The proposed amendments update these sections to reflect more current data and to incorporate future projects or improvements, many of which were identified in supporting documents (e.g., Imagine Clearwater, North Marina Area Master Plan, East Gateway District Vision Plan) and transportation plans. The Design Guidelines are proposed to be removed from the Plan, and will be integrated into the updated Downtown zoning district which is currently being drafted by staff and will be brought forward for City Council consideration in the near future. Chapter 4 Plan Implementation (Pages 128-163 of Plan) Chapter 4 sets forth how the Plan is to be implemented. Sections include Downtown Strategies, Capital Improvement Plan, and Tax Increment Revenue Projects, and the majority of the Chapter supports the Community Redevelopment Plan in accordance with Florida’s Community Development Redevelopment Act. At this time no amendments are proposed to Chapter 4; however, it has been reformatted and provided as part of the complete Plan document. Chapter 4 is anticipated to be updated concurrently with the 15 year review of the CRA Plan by Pinellas County in 2018. Appendix The Appendix provides supporting information that is too cumbersome to be incorporated into the body of the Plan. Several appendices are proposed to be repealed and replaced through Ordinance No. 9103-18, but Appendices 1, Expanded CRA Legal Description, and 8, Downtown-Gateway Strategic Action Plan, are unchanged. Generally, maps, data and methodologies have been updated to reflect current conditions and any changes between 2004 and the proposed amendments. Existing Appendix 9, The Design Guidelines Glossary, is proposed to be removed as the Design Guidelines contained within Chapter 3 are proposed to be removed. Additionally Appendix 10, Representative Downtown Architecture is proposed to be deleted. CONSISTENCY WITH COMPREHENSIVE PLAN A review of the Clearwater Comprehensive Plan identified the following Goal, Objectives and Policies which will be furthered by the proposed amendments to the Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan: Goal A.1. The City of Clearwater shall continue to protect natural resources and systems throughout the City and ensure that these resources are Planning & Development Department Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan Amendment Long Range Planning Division Community Development Board – January 9, 2018 Community Redevelopment Agency – January 16, 2018 City Council – January 18, 2018 Ordinance No. 9103-18 – Page 17 successfully integrated into the urban environment through land development regulation, management programs and coordination with future land use intensities and categories. Objective A.5.5 Promote high quality design standards that support Clearwater’s image and contribute to its identity. Policy A.5.5.1 Development should be designed to maintain and support the existing or envisioned character of the neighborhood. Policy A.5.5.2. Preserve the unique qualities of Clearwater and its cultural heritage as exemplified by historic buildings, landmarks, landscapes, streetscapes, lighting, and building design. Goal A.6 The City of Clearwater shall utilize innovative and flexible planning and engineering practices, and urban design standards in order to protect historic resources, ensure neighborhood preservation, redevelop blighted areas, and encourage infill development. Objective A.6.1 The redevelopment of blighted, substandard, inefficient and/or obsolete areas shall be a high priority and promoted through the implementation of redevelopment and special area plans, the construction of catalytic private projects, city investment, and continued emphasis on property maintenance standards. Policy A.6.1.8 The City shall continue to support and implement approved community redevelopment area plans, such as the Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan adopted in 2004 and Beach by Design adopted in 2001. Policy A.6.1.10 Clearwater will continue to support the tax increment financing program and redevelopment efforts of the downtown area through activities of the economic development office and actions of the City Council as the Community Redevelopment Agency. Objective A.6.2. The City of Clearwater shall continue to support innovative planned development and mixed land use development techniques in order to promote infill development that is consistent and compatible with the surrounding environment. Planning & Development Department Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan Amendment Long Range Planning Division Community Development Board – January 9, 2018 Community Redevelopment Agency – January 16, 2018 City Council – January 18, 2018 Ordinance No. 9103-18 – Page 18 Policy A.6.3.3. Consider conducting surveys to identify and evaluate potential historic resources for designation. Policy A.6.5.1 The City shall support the Pinellas Trail and examine opportunities for Trail extensions or spurs to connect regional attractions and employers Objective A.6.6 Tourism is a substantial element of the City’s economic base and as such the City shall continue to support the maintenance and enhancement of this important economic sector. Policy A.6.6.1 The City supports and encourages the continued development and redevelopment of overnight accommodation uses. Objective A.6.7. Redevelopment activities shall be sensitive to the city’s waterfront and promote appropriate public access to the city’s waterfront resources. Policy A.6.8.1. Build active, attractive communities that are designed at a human scale and encourage walking, cycling and use of mass transit. Policy A.6.8.3 Where appropriate, development shall provide a sense of pedestrian scale on streets through minimal front setbacks, similar building heights, street trees and proportionality of building heights to street widths. Policy A.6.8.6 Encourage the development of interconnected systems of natural areas, parks, sidewalks, greenways, trails and open spaces. Policy A.6.8.8. Design and construct pedestrian-oriented streets to include continuous tree-lined sidewalks buffered from traffic by on-street parking and/or landscaping and that include pedestrian amenities such as benches, trash receptacles, bus shelters and lighting. Policy A.6.8.9 Promote a variety of transportation modes such as walking, bicycling, ride sharing and mass transit to increase transportation choices and decrease dependence on the single-occupancy automobile. Objective B.1.2 Future improvements to arterial and collector streets shall be context sensitive by planning and designing the roadway based on the existing context of the surrounding built environment and the planned land use vision. Planning & Development Department Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan Amendment Long Range Planning Division Community Development Board – January 9, 2018 Community Redevelopment Agency – January 16, 2018 City Council – January 18, 2018 Ordinance No. 9103-18 – Page 19 Policy B.1.2.7 The City shall install landscaping along sidewalks using tree canopy, where feasible, to provide shaded areas for pedestrians. Objective B.3.2 The City of Clearwater shall encourage and promote mass transit with appropriate land use, zoning and land development policies. Objective B.4.4 The City shall participate and cooperate with agencies and committees to enhance and promote the public transportation system. Goal C.1. An affordable variety of standard housing units in decent and safe neighborhoods to meet the needs of current and future residents regardless of race, nationality, age, marital status, handicap, or religion. Objective C.1.1 Assure an adequate supply of housing in Clearwater by providing for additional new dwelling units in a variety of types, costs, and locations to meet the needs of the residents of the City of Clearwater. Objective C.1.2 The City of Clearwater shall continue to provide assistance and incentives for the development of housing that is affordable to very low, low, and moderate income households, including those with special needs, consistent with the level of growth in these income categories. Objective C.1.6 Through both private and public resources, the City of Clearwater shall encourage the conservation, rehabilitation, and preservation of the existing housing stock, including historically significant housing. Objective G.1.5 Enhance and maintain the City's unique physical characteristics by making the best use of existing and potential recreation lands and open spaces. The Plan is consistent with the Clearwater Comprehensive Plan as evidenced by the numerous goals, objectives and policies identified above. The Plan establishes goals, objectives and policies that will ensure neighborhood preservation, redevelop blighted areas, protect historic resources, and support a multimodal Downtown. The Plan proposes to increase the intensity and density to create greater redevelopment opportunities, and modifies maximum height to clarify policies and be consistent with current and proposed policies. The Plan maintains the redevelopment strategy for the CRA that supports the elimination of blighting influences in the neighborhood through strategies and capital projects. It also supports a variety of housing in Downtown including market rate and affordable units. Existing redevelopment incentives are maintained in the Plan and include transfer of development rights and the allocation of the Public Amenities Incentives Pool. Planning & Development Department Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan Amendment Long Range Planning Division Community Development Board – January 9, 2018 Community Redevelopment Agency – January 16, 2018 City Council – January 18, 2018 Ordinance No. 9103-18 – Page 20 SUMMARY AND RECOMMENDATION: The Community Development Board is reviewing the Plan in its capacity as the Local Planning Agency (LPA) and should make a recommendation regarding the updated Plan to the City Council. Additionally, the CRA should make a recommendation to the City Council regarding this document as the Redevelopment Plan for the CRA. Once the City Council approves the Plan, it will be submitted to the Board of County Commissioners for approval as the Community Redevelopment Plan for the CRA. The Plan will also be submitted to Forward Pinellas and the Countywide Planning Authority for review and approval as the Special Area Plan governing Downtown. The proposed amendments to the Plan implement the City Council’s desire to provide greater opportunities for redevelopment. These provisions confirm and reinforce the City’s commitment to implementing the strategies developed from the ULI study. In addition, the proposed amendments are consistent with and will further the goals of the Clearwater Comprehensive Plan. Further, the proposed ordinance establishes five character districts that regulate land use, density and intensity and design and increases the maximum floor area ratio and dwelling units per acre in certain areas, revises maximum height to clearly convey policy and provides language in support of the desired primarily pedestrian and multimodal Downtown. The proposed amendments to the Plan incorporate major policy provisions on Imagine Clearwater, North Marina Area Master Plan, and East Gateway District Vision Plan. The proposed amendments to the Old Bay District, as outlined above, will align the Plan with the North Marina Area Master Plan providing a unified vision for the area. Based upon the above, the Planning and Development Department recommends APPROVAL of Ordinance No. 9103-18 which replaces the 2004 Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan Prepared by Planning and Development Department Staff: Ellen Crandall Senior Planner ATTACHMENTS: Ordinance No. 9103-18 2018 Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan (Exhibit A) Resume ORDINANCE NO. 9103-18 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CLEARWATER, FLORIDA, RELATING TO THE CLEARWATER DOWNTOWN REDEVELOPMENT PLAN REPEALING CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION, CHAPTER 2 EXISTING CONDITIONS, CHAPTER 3 LAND USE/REDEVELOPMENT PLAN, APPENDIX 2 DOWNTOWN MILESTONES, APPENDIX 3 EXISTING LAND USE CLASSIFICATIONS AND METHODOLOGY, APPENDIX 4 DEMOGRAPHICS METHODOLOGY AND ESTIMATES, APPENDIX 5 UTILITIES MAPS, APPENDIX 6 LAND USE DISTRIBUTION BY CHARACTER DISTRICT, APPENDIX 7 BUILD-OUT SCENARIOS, APPENDIX 9 DESIGN GUIDELINES GLOSSARY, APPENDIX 10 REPRESENTATIVE DOWNTOWN ARCHITECTURE; AND ADOPTING NEW CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION; ADOPTING NEW CHAPTER 2 EXISTING CONDITIONS, UPDATING DATA AND ANALYSIS OF EXISTING CONDITIONS AND IMPLEMENTATION OF PROJECTS; ADOPTING NEW CHAPTER 3 LAND USE/REDEVELOPMENT PLAN, UPDATING THE VISION, GUIDING PRINCIPLES, GOALS, OBJECTIVES, AND POLICIES, CONSOLIDATING DOWNTOWN CHARACTER DISTRICT BOUNDARIES, EXPANDING THE DOWNTOWN PLANNING AREA BOUNDARY NORTHWARD OF THE OLD BAY CHARACTER DISTRICT, AND AMENDING DENSITY, INTENSITY AND HEIGHT ENTITLEMENTS; ADOPTING NEW APPENDIX 2 DOWNTOWN MILESTONES AND NEW APPENDIX 7 BUILD-OUT SCENARIOS, UPDATING VERBIAGE; ADOPTING NEW APPENDIX 3 EXISTING LAND USE CLASSIFICATIONS, METHODOLOGY AND DISTRIBUTION BY CHARACTER DISTRICT, UPDATING DATA AND METHODOLOGY; ADOPTING NEW APPENDIX 4 DEMOGRAPHICS METHODOLOGY AND ESTIMATES, UPDATING DATA, METHODOLOGY AND MAPS AND ADOPTING NEW MAP; ADOPTING NEW APPENDIX 5 UTILITIES MAPS AND NEW APPENDIX 6 COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AREA BOUNDARIES AND PERIPHERY PLANS MAP, UPDATING MAPS AND ADOPTING NEW MAPS; AND PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. WHEREAS, Forward Pinellas, in its role as the Pinellas Planning Council, has recognized the Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan as an adopted Special Area Plan, pursuant to Section 6.5.4.3 of The Countywide Rules and the City of Clearwater (“the City”) has the authority pursuant to The Countywide Rules to amend a Special Area Plan adopted prior to August 7, 2015; and WHEREAS, Resolution No. 81-67, adopted on August 6, 1981, declared that a blighted area exists within a specified boundary in Downtown Clearwater and that there is a need for a Community Redevelopment Agency to carry out redevelopment activities in this blighted area; and WHEREAS, the City Commission, via Ordinance No. 2576-81, adopted a Community Redevelopment Plan for the Community Redevelopment Area on December 17, 1981; and WHEREAS, the City Commission approved a major revision to the Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan in 1995; and 2 Ord. No. 9103-18 WHEREAS, the Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan, which serves as both Special Area Plan and Community Redevelopment Plan for the City’s Community Redevelopment Area, was amended to expand the geographic scope of the City’s Community Redevelopment Area via Ordinance No. 7153-03, which was adopted on September 18, 2003 and has subsequently approved amendments thereto; and WHEREAS, the Pinellas County Board of County Commissioners approved the City’s Community Redevelopment Plan adopted by Ordinance No. 7231-04 on December 16, 2003 and has subsequently approved amendments thereto; and WHEREAS, the Countywide Planning Authority approved the updated and amended Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan as the Special Area Plan for Downtown Clearwater on February 3, 2004 and has subsequently approved amendments thereto; and WHEREAS, the requirements of Florida Statutes, Chapter 163, have been met; and WHEREAS, the City has invested significant time and resources in studying Downtown Clearwater; and WHEREAS, a revitalized Downtown must be achieved to maintain a strong and healthy City; and WHEREAS, Downtown Clearwater is still in need of revitalization; and WHEREAS, Downtown is desired to be a place for people, with accessibility choices, with memorable and dynamic attractions and a built environment of high quality design; and WHEREAS, the City desires to draw residents and visitors to the Downtown waterfront, catalyze greater Downtown activity and investment and better connect the waterfront to the rest of Clearwater; and WHEREAS, the Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan is the guiding plan and regulatory document for the Downtown Planning Area and recently completed supporting documents such as Imagine Clearwater, the North Marina Area Master Plan, the Comprehensive Boating Plan, and the East Gateway District Vision Plan need to be integrated into the Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan; and WHEREAS, it is advisable to reaffirm and update the Vision, Guiding Principles, Goals, Objectives and Policies of the Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan to capture the intent of the recently completed supporting documents; and WHEREAS, recent developments have demonstrated the need for additional entitlements, to make redevelopment more economically feasible; and WHEREAS, the need to create additional opportunities for commercial and office development and to allow for unified corridors with similar intensity and density support an increase of intensity in key areas of Downtown; and WHEREAS, the City desires to increase overall housing production in Downtown, which is a component of addressing housing affordability concerns; and 3 Ord. No. 9103-18 WHEREAS, the City desires to encourage additional diversity in the Downtown housing stock in order to create more options for home buyers, particularly first-time home owners or seniors looking to downsize or for more affordable price points, while preserving neighborhood character and compatibility with a downtown neighborhood; and WHEREAS, these proposed amendments to the Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan will afford greater redevelopment opportunity through increased density and intensity for the continued revitalization of the Downtown Planning Area by private enterprise and is consistent with the needs of the City as a whole; and WHEREAS, the North Marina Area Master Plan study area included both the northern portion of the Old Bay Character District and 41 parcels (9.671 acres) northward of the district, which are outside of the Old Bay Character District and Downtown Planning Area; and WHEREAS, it is advisable to expand the Downtown Planning Area and the Old Bay Character District to be inclusive of the entire North Marina Area Master Plan study area upon adoption of the Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan; and WHEREAS, these proposed amendments repeal and replace Chapters 1 through 3 and appendices 2 through 6, and delete appendices 9 and10 from the Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan; Chapter 4 and appendices 1, 7 and 8 are substantively unaffected by this ordinance, other than reformatting, and could be updated when the Board of County Commissioners completes its Tax Increment Finance 15-year review around October 2018; and WHEREAS, the Community Redevelopment Agency has reviewed the proposed amendments to the Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan, as detailed in Exhibit “A,” and recommends approval to the City Council; and WHEREAS, the proposed amendments to the Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan, as detailed in Exhibit “A,” were reviewed by the Community Development Board, which is the local planning agency for the City of Clearwater for purposes of the Local Government Comprehensive Planning and Land Development Regulation Act, and the Community Development Board found the Proposed Plan to be consistent with the Comprehensive Plan of the City; and WHEREAS, the proposed amendments to the Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan conform to the City’s general comprehensive plan; and WHEREAS, public input was gained through presentations and discussions in 2016 with Downtown Boards, organizations, and citizens; and at community meetings on April 26, 2017 and May 31, 2017, where attendees reaffirmed the proposed vision, guiding principles and increased entitlements for Downtown; now, therefore, 4 Ord. No. 9103-18 BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CLEARWATER, FLORIDA: Section 1. Delete Appendices 9 and 10 from the current Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan, and Chapters 1 through 3 and Appendices 2 through 6 of the current Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan are repealed and shall be replaced by Exhibit “A,” which is hereby adopted; Chapter 4 and Appendices 1, 7 and 8 are substantively unaffected by this ordinance other than their reformatting and are included in Exhibit “A.” Section 2. The City Manager or designee shall forward the proposed Clearwater Downtown Redevelopment Plan amendments, as detailed in Exhibit “A,” to any agency required by law or rule to review or approve same. Section 3. Should any part or provision of this Ordinance be declared by a court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, the same shall not affect the validity of the Ordinance as a whole, or any part thereof other than the part declared to be invalid. Section 4. This ordinance shall take effect immediately upon adoption, subject to the approval by the Pinellas County Board of County Commissioners and the Countywide Planning Authority. PASSED ON FIRST READING _____________________ PASSED ON SECOND AND FINAL _____________________ READING AND ADOPTED ___________________________ George N. Cretekos Mayor Approved as to form: Attest: ____________________________ ___________________________ Camilo Soto Rosemarie Call Assistant City Attorney City Clerk Cover Memo City of Clearwater City Hall 112 S. Osceola Avenue Clearwater, FL 33756 File Number: ID#17-4088 Agenda Date: 3/1/2018 Status: City Manager ReportVersion: 1 File Type: Action ItemIn Control: Parks & Recreation Agenda Number: 9.1 SUBJECT/RECOMMENDATION: Approve a Mutual License and Use Agreement between the City of Clearwater (City) and BW CW Hospitality LLC (BWCW) of Houston Texas to allow for the construction of a pedestrian overpass by BWCW from the BWCW property over city Right-of-Way to city property known as Beach Walk and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. SUMMARY: BWCW desires to install a pedestrian overpass from their multistory hotel development currently know as the Hyatt on Clearwater Beach over S. Gulfview Blvd. ROW to Beach Walk. This overpass will allow pedestrians to access Clearwater Beach directly from the parking garage and BWCW property without having to cross S. Gulfview Blvd. As part of the Development Agreement between the City and BWCW, they were responsible to provide a minimum of 400 publicly accessible parking spaces. Persons parking in these spaces must cross S. Gulfview Blvd. to access Beach Walk and Clearwater Beach. BWCW will be responsible for all costs of and construction of the new overpass structure and amenities; as well as all future maintenance and upkeep of the structure. Construction of the overpass must begin within two years and completed within eight months of the commencement date of the construction. BWCW agrees to maintain 400 public parking spaces, to not exclude the public from the access and use of the overpass and public parking spaces and to continue to maintain the overpass according to Overpass Standards, set forth in the agreement. The City may terminate the agreement for a greater public purpose or in the event BWCW does not comply with the conditions set forth in the agreement. APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT: N/A USE OF RESERVE FUNDS: N/A Page 1 City of Clearwater Printed on 2/28/2018 DRAWN EDIT DATE ISSUE DATE SCALE SHEET NAME SHEET NUMBER JOB NUMBERCopyrightDavidL.WallaceandAssociates,P.A.DuplicationorreproductionbyanymeanswithouttheexpresswrittenconsentofDavidL.WallaceandAssociates,P.A.isaviolationofFederalandinternationallaw.TheinformationcontainedonthisdocumentaretheintellectualpropertyofDavidL.WallaceandAssociates,P.A.andallrightstheretoareReserved.PROJECT STATUS a r c h i t e c t s 542 Douglas AvenueDunedin, FL 34698 727.736.6000 www.dlwarchitects.com e s t a b l i s h e d 1 9 8 1 FL COA: AA26001254 11/28/2016 5:43:19 PM Author Cover A000 11/21/16 Project Number Project Status Pedestrian Bridge at Hyatt 301 S Gulfview Blvd Clearwater, FL 33767 PedestrianBridgeatHyatt301SGulfviewBlvdClearwater,FL33767Client:GregBingamanDavid L. Wallace & Associates, P.A. 542 Douglas Avenue Dunedin, FLorida 34698 David L. Wallace Jr., Architect PHONE: 727.736.6000, x 305 FAX: 727 738 8343 EMAIL: dlw2@dlwarchitects.com ARCHITECTURE LIC. # XXXXXX BASE 4 Boca Raton, FL Garry W. Vermaas, P.E., CEO/Principal PHONE: (701) 690-4378, x EMAIL: garryv@base-4.com MEP BASE 4 Boca Raton, FL Garry W. Vermaas, P.E., CEO/Principal PHONE: (701) 690-4378, x EMAIL: garryv@base-4.com STRUCTURAL SHEET INDEX Sheet Number Sheet Name SHEET INDEX Sheet Number Sheet Name SHEET INDEX Sheet Number Sheet Name A000 Cover A001 Site Photographs A100 Site Reference Plan A100D Site Reference Demo Plan A101 Levels 1 and 2 - Floor plan A401 Elevations A402 Elevation and Section A501 Renderings - Northern Views A502 Renderings - Southern View A503 Renderings - Western View No. DESCRIPTION DATE 0'-0" NAVD 88 -5' - 6" level 2 Bridge 12' - 8" Roof Bearing 25' - 4" Ground Level 0' - 0"Dune VegetationBeach Area "VE" Flood Zone)CoastalConstructionControlLine18' - 8" 26' - 4""AE"FloodZone13'-0"15-0" Clear Zone 12345 DRAWN EDIT DATE ISSUE DATE SCALE SHEET NAME SHEET NUMBER JOB NUMBERCopyrightDavidL.WallaceandAssociates,P.A.DuplicationorreproductionbyanymeanswithouttheexpresswrittenconsentofDavidL.WallaceandAssociates,P.A.isaviolationofFederalandinternationallaw.TheinformationcontainedonthisdocumentaretheintellectualpropertyofDavidL.WallaceandAssociates,P.A.andallrightstheretoareReserved.PROJECT STATUS a r c h i t e c t s 542 Douglas AvenueDunedin, FL 34698 727.736.6000 www.dlwarchitects.com e s t a b l i s h e d 1 9 8 1 FL COA: AA26001254 2/21/2017 12:23:18 PM 3/32" = 1'-0" Author Line of sight A505 02/21/17 16-019 V11 Project StatusPedestrianBridgeatHyatt301SGulfviewBlvd Clearwater,FL33767Client:GregBingamanNo. DESCRIPTION DATE 3/32" = 1'-0"A100 1 Longitudinal Section - Line of sight 14 2 5 3 Cover Memo City of Clearwater City Hall 112 S. Osceola Avenue Clearwater, FL 33756 File Number: ID#18-4327 Agenda Date: 3/1/2018 Status: City Manager ReportVersion: 1 File Type: Action ItemIn Control: Parks & Recreation Agenda Number: 9.2 SUBJECT/RECOMMENDATION: Approve contract (purchase order) to Dix.Hite and Partners Inc. of Longwood, FL, in the amount of $100,000 for phase one architectural and engineering services for the design of Crest Lake Park according to the master plan developed by Wannemacher Jenson Architects Inc. (WJA) of St. Petersburg, FL., provide direction on project scope and funding source, and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. SUMMARY: On June 12, 2017, the City Council directed staff to proceed with securing architectural and engineering services for the final construction designs and engineering for Crest Lake Park according to the Crest Lake Park Master Plan. In September 2017, the city purchasing office issued RFQ #32-17 for architectural and engineering design services for Crest Lake Park. The City received six proposals and ranked the top three accordingly: 1. Dix.Hite & Partners, Inc. 2. Wantman Group Inc. 3. Rowe Architects Inc. This contract is for the first phase which will present the final schematic plans, cost statement and schedule in support of the City moving forward with phase two, detailed design development, construction documents, bid support and contract management. Phase two is estimated to cost between $300,000 - $400,000 depending on scope and budget approved. Funding is available in CIP 315-93650, Crest Lake Park Improvements, for phase one and phase two design as well as funds to complete the match for the Veteran’s Memorial, however additional funding is required to complete the construction portion of the project. Current estimate is $6,920,000. At the June 12, 2017 council work session meeting, discussion ensued with support expressed to use BP funds to complete the construction of this project. The final scope and budget for the project will determine the additional funds needed for the operating budget, including additional staff. Anywhere from 1.5 to 3 new FTE’s (Full Time Equivalent) may be required to maintain the park with an operating budget of between $150,000 - $200,000. This will be a legacy type project celebrating the gateway into downtown Clearwater as well as the beaches while preserving the integrity of the neighborhood. If this contract is approved, phase one will be completed within 6 months, August 2018. Page 1 City of Clearwater Printed on 2/28/2018 File Number: ID#18-4327 This item supports the City Strategic Direction and priorities for quality by providing new and improved infrastructure for the citizens of Clearwater. APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT: Funds are available in Capital Improvement Project 315-93650, Crest Lake Park Improvements, to fund this contract. USE OF RESERVE FUNDS: N/A Page 2 City of Clearwater Printed on 2/28/2018 City of Clearwater Crest Lake Park Proposal January 19, 2018 Submitted By: 150 W. Jessup Ave. Longwood, FL 32750 Phone: (407) 667-1777 Contact Person: Kody Smith, PLA Project Manager ksmith@dixhite.com DIX HITE 2 January 19, 2018 Leroy Chin Park, Planning & Project Manager Parks & Recreation Department 100 South Myrtle Avenue Clearwater, FL 33756 Re: Crest Lake Park, City of Clearwater Dear Leroy; Please find attached our proposal for Phase 1 schematic design services for Crest Lake Park. Included you will find the revised Limit of Work – Exhibit A and our revised Scope of Services that address your previous comments. Sincerely, Dix.Hite + Partners, Inc. Chris Hite, PLA President LIMIT OF WORK EXHIBIT A R.O.W.R.O.W.S. LAKE DR.CLEVELAND ST.S. GLENWOOD AVE.GULF TO BAY BLVD. CREST LAKER.O.W.R.O.W. 3 CRESCENT LAKE PARK ELEMENTS (as outlined in the Master Plan prepared by W Architecture and WJA Architects and in the City’s RFQ): • (2) Large Picnic Pavilions (1,242 sf/ea.) • (5) Small Picnic Pavilions (608 sf/ea.) • (1) Multi-Functional Pavilion including restrooms and concessions (8,933 sf/ea.) • (1) Adult Exercise Area (4,570 sf) • (1) Splash Pad (4,275 sf) • (1) Playground (8,828 sf) • (1) Amphitheater (2,485 sf) and Bandshell • (2) Boardwalk Connections over Crest Lake • (1) Dock/Canoe Launch • (3) Fountains in Lake Crest • Arboretum (30,000 sf) • Boat Launch Parking Area along South Lake Drive • Angled Parking on South Glenwood Avenue • Active Zone Area • Hardscape Design (paved areas, fences, walls etc.) • Landscape Design along lake edges and throughout park • Bioswales along parking and street edges • Connection of Memorial Walk • Relocation of gas line at SE corner of park • Park Lighting and Electrical Connections • Removal of concrete rubble in berm along Gulf to Bay Blvd. • Removal of concrete tank structure below grade STREET IMPROVEMENT ELEMENTS: • Crosswalks connecting neighborhoods / ADA Ramps • Impacts/Adjustments to existing infrastructure due to park improvements (e.g. sidewalks, drainage connections, utilities, lighting) • Curb/street adjustments to accommodate boat launch access • Relocation of signalization at Gulf-to-Bay and Lake St. to opposite side of the street Dix.Hite + Partners, Inc. 150 West Jessup Avenue Longwood, Florida 32750 O. 407.667.1777 www.dixhite.com 4 SCOPE OF SERVICES City of Clearwater Crest Lake Park January 19, 2018 The Scope of Services proposed herein by Dix.Hite + Partners (Dix.Hite) addresses the desire of The City of Clearwater, Florida (City) to create a park at Crest Lake (Project). BACKGROUND PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The Project includes improvements to Crest Lake Park (bounded by South Lake Drive to the east, South Glenwood Avenue to the west, Cleveland Street to the north and Gulf to Bay Boulevard to the south); and to the street and sidewalks (to the opposite right‐of‐way) adjacent to the park on three sides (South Lake Drive, South Glenwood Avenue and Cleveland Street). Refer to Exhibit A for the Limits of Work. The City originally established a budget of $5,447,258.59 for the construction of the improvements to Crest Lake Park; this budget does not include improvements to the adjacent streets as these improvements were not included in the original RFP and Master Plan. The Design Team will prepare the project in two phases:  In Phase 1 the Design Team will gather base data, kick‐off the project with the City and key stakeholders, and prepare Schematic design plans, schedule and order of magnitude statement of construction costs for the program elements listed below. We anticipate that the cost to construct the program outlined in the Master Plan document along with the adjacent streetscape improvements will exceed the City’s current budget for these improvements. As an outcome of Phase 1 work, the City will provide direction to the Design Team for the Program that is to be designed and constructed within the budget designated by the City.  In Phase 2 the Design Team will prepare Construction Documents for the agreed program; provide support to the City in bidding the project with potential contractors; and provide services during construction of the project. CRESCENT LAKE PARK ELEMENTS (as outlined in the Master Plan prepared by W Architecture and WJA Architects and in the City’s RFQ):  (2) Large Picnic Pavilions (1,242 sf/ea.)  (5) Small Picnic Pavilions (608 sf/ea.)  (1) Multi‐Functional Pavilion including restrooms and concessions (8,933 sf/ea.)  (1) Adult Exercise Area (4,570 sf)  (1) Splash Pad (4,275 sf)  (1) Playground (8,828 sf)  (1) Amphitheater (2,485 sf) and Bandshell  (2) Boardwalk Connections over Crest Lake  (1) Dock/Canoe Launch  (3) Fountains in Lake Crest  Arboretum (30,000 sf)  Boat Launch Parking Area along South Lake Drive  Angled Parking on South Glenwood Avenue  Active Zone Area City of Clearwater ‐ Crest Lake Park 5  Hardscape Design (paved areas, fences, walls etc.)  Landscape Design along lake edges and throughout park  Bioswales along parking and street edges  Connection of Memorial Walk  Relocation of gas line at SE corner of park  Park Lighting and Electrical Connections  Removal of concrete rubble in berm along Gulf to Bay Blvd.  Removal of concrete tank structure below grade STREET IMPROVEMENT ELEMENTS:  Crosswalks connecting neighborhoods / ADA Ramps  Impacts/Adjustments to existing infrastructure due to park improvements (e.g. sidewalks, drainage connections, utilities, lighting)  Curb/street adjustments to accommodate boat launch access  Relocation of signalization at Gulf‐to‐Bay and Lake St. to opposite side of the street DESIGN TEAM: The following firms will provide the services as outlined below. Where certain services are performed by a specific team member they will be named separately. Otherwise reference is made to the Project Team or Design Team collectively. Phase 1: Dix.Hite ‐ Project Management, Landscape Architecture Rocchetta A:DB ‐ Architecture KPI ‐ Site MEP Engineering Florida Design Consultants ‐ Civil Engineering, Wetland Delineation Exum & Associates ‐ Ecological Planning and Design Freeport Fountains ‐ Fountain and Splash Pad Design Phase 2: Dix.Hite ‐ Project Management, Landscape Architecture Rocchetta A:DB ‐ Architecture Catalano Engineering ‐ Building Structural Engineering KPI ‐ Building and Site MEP Engineering Florida Design Consultants ‐ Civil Engineering, Environmental Permitting Exum & Associates ‐ Ecological Planning and Design Zeyn Uzman ‐ Site Structural Engineering Pro Turf Designs ‐ Irrigation Design Freeport Fountains ‐ Fountain and Splash Pad Design To Be Determined ‐ Geotechnical Services CITY RESPONSIBILITIES: Integral to the success of meeting the project scope and schedule is that the City timely provides required information, responds to requests, and reviews and provides comments/feedback (if required) to deliverables submitted by Dix.Hite. The project schedule anticipates that the City will require 14 calendar days to respond to submittal of major deliverables from Dix.Hite; this time includes stakeholder review and consolidation / coordination of review comments by the City. The City will identify the appropriate stakeholders who will need to City of Clearwater ‐ Crest Lake Park 6 be involved at the appropriate time in the review process; this includes City of Clearwater departments that will review drawings during the permitting process. SCOPE OF SERVICES ‐ PHASE 1 Task 1: Project Coordination 1.1 Dix.Hite will coordinate Project tasks, scheduling and communication with the Design Team and will submit deliverables to the City. In addition to the specific services detailed below (the Services) Dix.Hite shall coordinate our work with the City's representative and the City's Project team, monitor the Project schedule as it relates to the scope contained herein, and provide timely invoicing and reporting of Project progress. Task 2: Base Preparation The Project Team will provide the City with a list of base data needed to prepare base sheets for the Project. Data provided by the City will be used to prepare a base map. The City assumes responsibility for the accuracy of the base data information, and agrees that the Design Team, in relying on this data to prepare its work, is not liable for any rework required due to inaccurate or incomplete information. 2.1 Base data in digital/editable format gathered from readily available City sources, or provided directly by the City if not readily available, will include but is not limited to:  Full ALTA survey including overall topography and site characteristics within the Limits of Work (e.g. the location of above grade and subsurface utilities/structures, stormwater, utility easements, sanitary sewer, potable and reclaimed water systems, and gas system infrastructure).  “As Built” data for any improvements impacting the Project, including the Veteran’s Memorial and Plaza  Topography and physical characteristics for all perimeter streets to opposite right‐of‐way at 25’ on center  Existing jurisdictional lines, easements and property lines  Soils survey  Existing stormwater permits 2.2 Florida Design Consultants will delineate the limits of the wetlands and surface waters of Crest Lake Park based upon the methods described in “Delineation of the Landward Extent of Wetlands and Surface Waters” Section 62‐340 F.A.C and the Regional Supplements to the Corps of Engineers Wetland Delineation Manual. The delineation will include wetlands and surface waters within the project limits. The wetland delineation will be surveyed by the City and provided to the Design Team for design. 2.3 Florida Design Consultants will prepare a base map (based on survey(s) prepared by the City) in AutoCad file format . Conflicts within the limits of work (e.g. utilities, easements, buried structures) that are known based on base data provided by the City will be shown in the base file. These conflicts will be avoided, where possible and reasonable, in the design and planning of the Project. Where conflicts cannot be reasonably avoided, Dix.Hite will notify the City and will work with the City to resolve such conflicts to mitigate impacts to the budget and schedule. 2.4 After reviewing the base information from the City, Dix.Hite will advise the City of any additional site information needed and/or request clarification of any base information provided prior to beginning our design work. Site information will be provided by the City in a timely fashion. Deliverables: AutoCAD base file for use by the Design Team City of Clearwater ‐ Crest Lake Park 7 Task 3: Kick‐off Meeting 3.1 Dix.Hite will organize a meeting with the City at a mutually agreed‐upon date/time in the City's offices to kick‐ off the Project. As part of this meeting, the City and Project Team will review the limits of work, overall schedule, Master Plan and associated budget. Information from the kick‐off meeting will help the Project Team advance the Schematic Design. The City will invite required stakeholders on behalf of the City. Design Team members will include: Dix.Hite, Rochetta, KPI, Florida Design Consultants and Exum. The agenda for the meeting will include: 1. Confirm the Program and limits of work as described herein 2. Confirm City goals and objectives 3. Review the current Project budget 4. Review the Project Base 5. Review City and Design Team responsibilities 6. Review the Project Schedule 7. Walk the site to discuss opportunities and constraints Meetings: One (1) City & Design Team meeting Deliverables: One (1) digital copy of Meeting Notes and Action Items (if any) Task 4: Schematic Concept Plans (30% Plans) The Design Team will prepare Schematic Plans for the area identified on Exhibit A, showing major park program features, connectivity, streetscape improvements and adjustments to street/infrastructure elements. 4.1 Using site data and reports gathered in Task 2, prepare the following materials to reflect opportunities and constraints for development of the project design that are specific to the site (for example, considering the character of adjacent projects):  Photographs of similar amenities to establish the character/vision for the Project.  Plans, sketches, and drawings to illustrate overall layout and design of the Project Elements.  Preliminary stormwater management system design (bioswale, street connections)  Order of Magnitude Statement of Construction Cost for the elements detailed in the Schematic Plans.  Preliminary schedule for design and construction of project elements The Schematic Plans will show the improvements for the project as outlined in Exhibit A. The cost statement will show improvements that can be constructed based on the City’s original budget, and the cost for improvements that exceed the original budget. 4.2 The Design Team will attend one (1) meeting with the City to present the preliminary Schematic Plans and review the Cost Statement and Schedule. The City will invite required stakeholders on behalf of the City. Design Team members will include: Dix.Hite, Rochetta, and Florida Design Consultants. The City and Design Team will discuss opportunities and constraints for development of the various program elements, will review the illustrative drawings, and will discuss the character and vision for the project that will be used as the basis for further design. 4.3 The City and stakeholders (City departments) identified by the City will review the preliminary Schematic Plan, Cost Statement and Schedule and will provide a consolidated set of written review comments to Dix.Hite. Included in the review comments will be preliminary direction from the City regarding the project elements that will be included in Design Development and Construction Documents to be prepared by the Design Team, and confirmation of the design vision discussed during the review meeting. 4.4 Dix.Hite will update the Schematic Plans, Cost Statement and Schedule to reflect the City’s review comments. City of Clearwater ‐ Crest Lake Park 8 4.5 Dix.Hite will present the final Schematic Plans, Cost Statement and Schedule to the City of Clearwater City Council, in support of the City gaining approval to proceed with the project design, program and budget put forward by the Dix.Hite team. 4.6 Dix.Hite will meet with the City to review feedback/comments from Clearwater City Council. The City will confirm the design and program that will be included in Design Development and Construction Documents to be prepared by the Design Team in Phase 2. Meetings: One (1) City review meeting – Preliminary Schematic Plans One (1) City of Clearwater City Council meeting One (1) City review meeting to initiate Phase 2 Deliverables: One (1) digital copy of Meeting Notes and Action Items (if any) One (1) digital copy of the Program / Limits of Work (Exhibit A) One (1) digital copy of Schematic Design Plans (PDF format) One (1) digital copy of the Order of Magnitude Statement of Probable Cost (PDF format) One (1) digital copy of the Preliminary Schedule (PDF format) Deliverables Documents will be provided to the City in digital (pdf) format whenever practical/reasonable. Printed documents will be provided to the City as noted in the Scope, upon request by the City and/or as needed by the Design Team. ADDITIONAL SERVICES (NOT INCLUDED IN SCOPE): Dix.Hite will present a Request for Additional Services including an estimate of the time (and fee if necessary) required to complete such work. Work on Additional Services will begin upon written approval by the City. The following services are examples of work not included in the above Scope for Phase 1 and would be considered Additional Services (this list is not meant to be all‐inclusive):  Tasks, Meetings and Presentations not specifically outlined in the Scope of Services.  Public meetings or presentations; or changes to the design that result from input from stakeholders other than the City or regulatory agencies.  Logo, Marketing, Wayfinding and/or other graphics.  Preparing or updating surveys, including but not limited to: location of utilities, structures, vegetation, boundary lines and/or topography.  Design services related to replacing existing stormwater infrastructure beyond those that result from Park improvements.  Soil Improvement Plans, including but not limited to: subsurface conditions, level of compaction, content, and/or suitability for plant material.  Drawings and exhibits prepared for municipal or authority review in addition to documents specifically outlined in the Scope.  Property Services, including but not limited to determining site DRI, PUD, Site Plan Review, zoning, applying for rezoning, variances, and/or subdivision of property.  Design changes due to soil contamination or other unforeseen existing site conditions.  Feasibility Studies/Analysis  LEED Consultation  Facility Programming  Master Planning  Special Code Review including ACHA  Measured Drawings of Existing Facilities or Existing Facilities analysis  Toxic Substance Mitigation Surveys and Consultants City of Clearwater ‐ Crest Lake Park 9  Structural Threshold Inspections  Traffic Analysis and Traffic Signal Warrant Studies  Detailed Architectural Renderings/Physical Models  Life Cycle Cost (ROI) and/or Federal DOE Energy Analysis  Specialty Consultants including: Voice/Data Communications, Electronic/Audio Visual, Food Service Equipment, Hazardous Material, Hospital/Laboratory, Interior Design, Indoor Air Quality Control, Theater/Acoustical, Security  Owner Requested Changes to Approved Documents  Substantive Changes to Scope, Size or Complexity  Historic site investigation or permitting  Topographic or boundary survey  Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) or US Army Corps of Engineers (USACOE) coordination or permitting  Modifications to existing or permitted onsite stormwater management systems (e.g. ponds)  Utility design (sanitary, storm, potable water, reclaimed water, gas, etc.) not directly related to a Project Element  Wildlife relocation plan  Geotechnical investigations  Subsurface utility exploration PHASE 1 SCHEDULE Dix.Hite is prepared to begin work on the Project immediately upon receipt of an executed Agreement from the City. The anticipated schedule for Phase 1 is 5‐6 months from receipt of the signed contract. PHASE 1 FEE $100,000 lump sum (including direct expenses) Dix.Hite $55,000 Rocchetta A:DB $15,000 KPI $5,000 Florida Design Consultants $20,000 Exum & Associates $4,000 Freeport Fountains $1,000 HOURLY RATES Dix.Hite Principal II $ 195 Principal I $ 180 Studio Leader $ 155 Senior Project Manager $ 130 Project Manager $ 115 Designer III/Jr. Project Manager $ 95 Designer II $ 90 Designer I $ 85 Administration $ 65 Technical $ 65 City of Clearwater ‐ Crest Lake Park 10 Rocchetta A:DB Principal Architect $ 175 Architect $ 150 Project Manager $ 125 Designer III $ 105 Designer II $ 95 Designer I $ 85 AutoCad Technician $ 85 Administrative $ 65 KPI President $ 180 Vice President $ 150 Project Manager $ 135 Senior Engineer, P.E. $ 140 Senior Designer $ 90 Project Engineer $ 90 Designer $ 80 Senior AutoCad Operator $ 70 AutoCad Operator $ 65 Admin Assistant/Clerical $ 55 Florida Design Consultants Principal Professional $ 185 Project Manager $ 160 Project Engineer $ 115 Senior Designer $ 100 AutoCad Technician $ 85 ISA Certified Arborist $ 130 Senior Ecologist $ 130 GIS Technician $ 85 Sr. Field Representative $ 100 Clerical $ 40 Exum & Associates $175 Freeport Fountains Principal $ 245 Professional Engineer $ 195 CAD Designer $ 92.50 Clerical $ 45 Purchasing Office 100 S Myrtle Ave Clearwater FL 33756-5520 PO Box 4748, 33578-4748 727-562-4630 Tel REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS Design Services – Crest Lake Park RFQ #32-17 July 5, 2017 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that sealed Statements of Qualifications will be received by the City of Clearwater (City) until 10:00 AM, Local Time, August 15, 2017 to provide Design Services for Crest Lake Park. . Brief Description: The City of Clearwater is seeking a firm to provide design services for renovations and construction at Crest Lake Park according to the Crest Lake Park Master Plan. Responses must be in accordance with the provisions, specifications and instructions set forth herein and will be received by Purchasing until the above noted time, when they will be publicly acknowledged and accepted. This Request for Qualifications, any attachments and addenda are available for download at www.myclearwater.com/bid . Please read the entire solicitation package and submit the response in accordance with the instructions. This document (less this invitation and the instructions) and any required documents, attachments, and submissions will constitute the response. General, Process, or Technical Questions concerning this solicitation should be directed, IN WRITING, to the Purchasing Manager. This Request for Qualifications is issued by: Alyce Benge, CPPO, C.P.M. Purchasing Manager Alyce.Benge@myclearwater.com INSTRUCTIONS Design Services – Crest Lake Park 2 RFQ #32-17 i.1 VENDOR QUESTIONS: All questions regarding the contents of this solicitation, and solicitation process (including requests for ADA accommodations), shall be directed solely to the Contact listed on Page One (1) - the Purchasing Manager. Questions should be submitted in writing via letter, fax or email. Questions received less than seven (7) calendar days prior to the due date and time may be answered at the discretion of the City. i.2 ADDENDA/CLARIFICATIONS: Any changes to the specifications will be in the form of an addendum. Addenda are posted on the City website and mailed to those who register on the City website when downloading solicitations no less than seven (7) days prior to the Due Date. Vendors are cautioned to check the Purchasing Website for addenda and clarifications prior to submitting their response. The City cannot be held responsible if a vendor fails to receive any addenda issued. The City shall not be responsible for any oral changes to these specifications made by any employees or officer of the City. Failure to acknowledge receipt of an addendum may result in disqualification of a response. i.3 DUE DATE & TIME FOR SUBMISSION AND OPENING: Date: August 15, 2017 Time: 10:00 AM (Local Time) The City will open all responses properly and timely submitted, and will record the names and other information specified by law and rule. All responses become the property of the City and will not be returned except in the case of a late submission. Respondent names, as read at the opening, will be posted on the City website. Once a notice of intent to award is posted or 30 days from day of opening elapses, whichever occurs earlier, responses are available for inspection by contacting Purchasing. i.4 SUBMIT RESPONSES TO: Use label at the end of this solicitation package City of Clearwater Attn: Purchasing 100 S Myrtle Ave, 3rd Fl, Clearwater FL 33756-5520 or PO Box 4748, Clearwater FL 33758-4748 Responses will be received publicly at this address. Respondents may mail or hand-deliver responses. E-mail or fax submissions will not be accepted. No responsibility will attach to the City of Clearwater, its employees or agents for premature opening of a response that is not properly addressed and identified. i.5 LATE RESPONSES. The respondent assumes responsibility for having the response delivered on time at the place specified. All responses received after the date and time specified shall not be considered and will be returned unopened to the respondent. The respondent assumes the risk of any delay in the mail or in handling of the mail by employees of the City of Clearwater, or any private courier, regardless whether sent by mail or by means of personal delivery. It shall not be sufficient to show that you mailed or commenced delivery before the due date and time. All times are Clearwater, Florida local times. The respondent agrees to accept the time stamp in the City Purchasing Office as the official time. i.6 LOBBYING PROHIBITION. Any communication regarding this solicitation for the purpose of influencing the process or the award, between any person or affiliates seeking an award from this solicitation and the City, including but not limited to the City Council, employees, and consultants hired to assist in the solicitation, is prohibited. This prohibition is imposed from the time of the first public notice of the solicitation until the City cancels the solicitation, rejects all responses, awards a contract or otherwise takes action which ends the solicitation process. This section shall not prohibit public comment at any City Council meeting, study session or Council committee meeting. INSTRUCTIONS Design Services – Crest Lake Park 3 RFQ #32-17 This prohibition shall not apply to communication with the contact(s) identified in the solicitation or City-initiated communications for the purposes of conducting the procurement including but not limited to clarification of responses, presentations if provided in the solicitation, contract negotiations, protest/appeal resolution, or surveying non-responsive vendors. Violations of this provision shall be reported to the Purchasing Manager. Persons violating this prohibition may be subject to a warning letter or rejection of their response depending on the nature of the violation. i.7 RESPONSIBILITY TO READ AND UNDERSTAND. Failure to read, examine and understand the solicitation will not excuse any failure to comply with the requirements of the solicitation or any resulting contract, nor shall such failure be a basis for claiming additional compensation. If a vendor suspects an error, omission or discrepancy in this solicitation, the vendor must immediately and in any case not later than seven (7) business days in advance of the due date notify the contact on page One (1). The City is not responsible for and will not pay any costs associated with the preparation and submission of the response. Respondents are cautioned to verify their responses before submission, as amendments to or withdrawal of responses submitted after time specified for opening of responses may not be considered. The City will not be responsible for any respondent errors or omissions. i.8 FORM AND CONTENT OF RESPONSES. Unless otherwise instructed or allowed, responses shall be submitted on the forms provided. An original and the designated number of copies of each response are required. Responses, including modifications, must be submitted in ink, typed, or printed form and signed by an authorized representative. Please line through and initial rather than erase changes. If the response is not properly signed or if any changes are not initialed, it may be considered non-responsive. The City may require that an electronic copy of the response be submitted. The response must provide all information requested and must address all points. The City does not encourage exceptions. The City is not required to grant exceptions and depending on the exception, the City may reject the response. i.9 DEBARMENT DISCLOSURE. If the respondent has been debarred, suspended, or otherwise lawfully precluded from participating in any public procurement activity, including being disapproved as a (sub)contractor with any federal, state, or local government, or if any such preclusion from participation from any public procurement activity is currently pending, the respondent shall include a letter with its response identifying the name and address of the governmental unit, the effective date of this suspension or debarment, the duration of the suspension or debarment, and the relevant circumstances relating to the suspension or debarment. If suspension or debarment is currently pending, a detailed description of all relevant circumstances including the details enumerated above must be provided. A response from a respondent who is currently debarred, suspended or otherwise lawfully prohibited from any public procurement activity may be rejected. i.10 RESERVATIONS. The City reserves the right to reject any or all responses or any part thereof; to reissue the solicitation; to reject non-responsive or non-responsible responses; to reject unbalanced responses; to reject responses where the terms and/or awards are conditioned upon another event; to reject individual responses for failure to meet any requirement; to a ward by part or portion, or total; to make multiple awards; to waive minor irregularities, defects, omissions, technicalities or form errors in any response. The City may seek clarification of the response from respondent at any time, and failure to respond is cause for rejection. Submission of a response confers on respondent no right to an award or to a subsequent contract. The City is responsible to make an award that is in the best interest of the City. All decisions on compliance, evaluation, terms and conditions shall be made solely at the City’s discretion and made to favor the City. No binding contract will exist between the respondent and the City until the City executes a written contract or purchase order. i.11 OFFICIAL SOLICITATION DOCUMENT. Changes to the solicitation document made by a respondent may not be acknowledged or accepted by the City. Award or execution of a contract does not constitute acceptance of a changed term, condition or specification unless specifically acknowledged and agreed to by the City. The copy maintained and published by the City shall be INSTRUCTIONS Design Services – Crest Lake Park 4 RFQ #32-17 the official solicitation document. i.12 ETHICS. It is the intention of the City to promote courtesy, fairness, impartiality, integrity, service, professionalism, economy, and government by law in the Procurement process. The responsibility for implementing this policy rests with each indi vidual who participates in the procurement process, including respondents and contractors. To achieve the purpose of this Article, it is essential that respondents and contractors doing business with the City also observe the ethical standards prescribed herein. It shall be a breach of ethical standards to: a. Exert any effort to influence any City employee or agent to breach the standards of ethical conduct. b. Intentionally invoice any amount greater than provided in Contract or to invoice for Materials or Services not provided. c. Intentionally offer or provide sub-standard Materials or Services or to intentionally not comply with any term, condition, specification or other requirement of a City Contract. i.13 GIFTS. The City will accept no gifts, gratuities or advertising products from respondents or prospective respondents and affiliates. i.14 PROTESTS AND APPEALS. If a respondent believes there is a mistake, impropriety, or defect in the solicitation, believes the City improperly rejected its response, and/or believes the selected response is not in the City’s best interests, the respondent may submit a written protest. All protests and appeals are governed by the City of Clearwater Purchasing Policies and Procedures. If any discrepancy exists between this Section and the Procurement Rules, the language of the Procurement Rules controls. Protests based upon alleged mistake, impropriety, or defect in a solicitation that is apparent before the opening must be filed with the Purchasing Manager no later than five (5) business days before Opening. Protests that only become apparent after the Bid Opening must be filed within ten (10) business days of the alleged violation of the applicable purchasing ordinance. The complete protest procedure can be obtained by contacting Purchasing. ADDRESS PROTESTS TO: Alyce Benge, CPPO, C.P.M. Purchasing Manager City of Clearwater 100 So Myrtle Ave, 3rd Fl Clearwater FL 33756-5520 or PO Box 4748 Clearwater FL 33758-4748 INSTRUCTIONS – EVALUATION Design Services – Crest Lake Park 5 RFQ #32-17 i.15 EVALUATION PROCESS. Responses will be reviewed by a screening committee comprised of City employees and/or authorized agents. The City staff may or may not initiate discussions with respondents for clarification purposes. Clarification is not an opportunity to change the response. Respondents shall not initiate discussions with any City employee or official. i.16 CRITERIA FOR EVALUATION AND AWARD. The City evaluates three (3) categories of information: responsiveness, responsibility, and the technical response. All responses must meet the following responsiveness and responsibility criteria. a) Responsiveness. The City will determine whether the response complies with the instructions for submitting responses including completeness of response which encompasses the inclusion of all required attachments and submissions. The City must reject any responses that are submitted late. Failure to meet other requirements may result in rejection. b) Responsibility. The City will determine whether the respondent is one with whom it can or should do business. Factors that the City may evaluate to determine "responsibility" include, but are not limited to: past performance, references (including those found outside the response), compliance with applicable laws, respondent's record of performance and integrity- e.g. has the respondent been delinquent or unfaithful to any contract with the City, whether the respondent is qualified legally to contract with the City, financial stability and the perceived ability to perform completely as specified. A respondent must at all times have financial resources sufficient, in the opinion of the City, to ensure performance of the contract and must provide proof upon request. City staff may also use Dun & Bradstreet and/or any generally available industry information. The City reserves the right to inspect and review respondent’s facilities, equipment and personnel and those of any identified subcontractors. The City will determine whether any failure to supply information, or the quality of the information, will result in rejection. c) Technical Response. The City will determine how well responses meet its requirements in terms of the response to the solicitation and how well the offer addresses the needs of the project. The City will rank offers using a point ranking system (unless otherwise specified) as an aid in conducting the evaluation. The criteria that will be evaluated and their relative weights are: Evaluation Criteria (proposal format page 10) Points Municipal Design Services Experience of Firm (Tab 2) 25 Qualifications of Personnel (Tab 3) 25 Specific Project Experience Relative to Scope of Work (Tab 4 ) 25 Project Staff Availability (Tab 5 ) 15 Project Approach (Tab 6 ) 10 i.17 SHORT-LISTING. The City at its sole discretion may create a short-list of the highest scored proposals based on a preliminary evaluation against the evaluation criteria. Only those short- listed proposers would be invited to give presentations and/or interviews. Upon conclusion of any presentations/interviews, the City will finalize the scoring against the evaluation criteria. i.18 PRESENTATIONS/INTERVIEWS. The respondent must provide a formal presentation/interview on-site at a City location upon request. i.19 CONTRACT NEGOTIATIONS AND ACCEPTANCE. Respondent must be prepared for the City to accept the response as submitted. If respondent fails to sign all documents necessary to successfully execute the final contract within a reasonable time as specified, or negotiations do not result in an acceptable agreement, the City may reject response or revoke the award, and may begin negotiations with another Respondent. Final contract terms must be approved or INSTRUCTIONS – EVALUATION Design Services – Crest Lake Park 6 RFQ #32-17 signed by the appropriately authorized City official(s). No binding contract will exist between the respondent and the City until the City executes a written contract or purchase order. i.20 NOTICE OF INTENT TO AWARD. Notices of the City’s intent to award a Contract are posted to Purchasing’s website. It is the respondent’s responsibility to check the City of Clearwater’s Purchasing website at http://www.myclearwater.com/bid to view Purchasing’s Intent to Award postings. i.21 RFP TIMELINE. All dates are tentative and subject to change. Release RFQ: July 5, 2017 Advertise Tampa Bay Times: July 6, 2017 Responses due: August 15, 2017 Review responses/presentations: August 15 – September 8, 2017 Award recommendation: September 8, 2017 Council authorization: October 5, 2017 Contract begins: October, 2017 DETAILED SPECIFICATIONS Design Services – Crest Lake Park 7 RFQ #32-17 1. PROJECT MISSION. The City of Clearwater is dedicated to providing superior services to its customers in order to improve the quality of life for Clearwater residents, businesses and visitors. The City is looking for vendors who share that dedication and will help the City meet that goal. 2. SCOPE OF WORK. The City of Clearwater is seeking a firm to provide design services for renovations and construction at Crest Lake Park according to The Crest Lake Park Master Plan approved by the City Council. This plan was completed by WJ Architects of St Peters burg Fl Inc. and W Architecture & Landscape Architecture, LLC of New York in April of 2017. The Master Plan includes the remaking of the 39-acre park by providing multi-functional areas with covered areas, restrooms, picnic areas, adult exercise area playground, splash pad, amphitheater, boardwalks, concrete sidewalks and flat work, parking, landscaping and signage. The scope includes design (architectural, structural, civil, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and landscape), permitting, and architectural services during construction for the renovations and construction at Crest Lake Park. Exhibit A, Crest Lake Park Master Plan 2017, was approved by Clearwater City Council on June 12, 2017. The Exhibit can be downloaded from the City’s FTP site as follows: FTP Site Access ftp://ftpserver.myclearwater.com Logon user name – vendor Logon password – clearwater (note the lower case “c”) Select Purchasing folder Open Folder RFQ 32-17, Crest Lake Park File Name Exhibit A, Crest Lake Park Master Plan 2017 Crest Lake Park is a 39-acre park in Clearwater, Florida featuring a 12-acre lake. Set in a landscape of lawn with areas of mature and young trees, the lake attracts a variety of birds, but there are few human activities currently associated with this feature. To develop the master plan the consultant engaged the community regarding existing uses around the lake and to develop a plan for future community use to make the most of this natural asset. The existing park features a one (1) mile walk around its perimeter, the Doggie Days Dog Park, a fishing pier, a fitness station/court, picnic areas, and an ADA accessible playground. The dog park is the largest feature and includes a three-acre facility with four double-gated entrances, fenced play areas and features a dog drinking fountain, paw washers, waste collection facilities, and supplies. A Veterans Memorial was recently added to the park in the southeast quadrant. The park landscape is composed of large lawn areas sloping down to the fresh water lake. Notable features are the mature trees, including a large bosque of live oaks in the northeast quadrant and some bald cypress along the northern edge of the lake. In addition to these native trees, smaller ornamental trees have been more recently planted, like crape myrtle. The northern edge of the lake also has some shallow areas where grasses are growing, creating a nascent wetland. Birds are attracted to this edge. The hydrology and bathometry of the lake are unknown, although water flows into the lake from all four sides. The estimated construction budget is $5.5 million for the following master plan elements:  Restroom/storage/concession building  Multi-functional pavilion  Amphitheater for small performances  Outdoor adult fitness equipment  Playground  Canoe launch facility  Improved parking facilities and amenities  Boardwalks and dock  Enhanced trail system and sidewalks throughout the park  Improved parking facilities and amenities  Landscaping both upland and aquatics DETAILED SPECIFICATIONS Design Services – Crest Lake Park 8 RFQ #32-17  Fountain installations in lakes  Relocation of gas utility lines The proposed plan for the park builds on the two options preferred by the community. Pedestrian circulation from the neighborhood into the park and to the lake is increased. Through-park circulation is encouraged from the northwest to southeast quadrants . Several options to stroll around the lake are also provided, focusing attention on this asset, and increasing the use of this important edge by the public. A new boardwalk along the western edge of the lake brings people into greater contact with the lake ecology. A new boat pier extends from the formal bosque of live oaks, extending from the north edge of the lake. The lake edge itself will be improved, with enlarged wetland edges and bald cypress groves. Parking will be increased along the western edge of the park by adding angled parking. A bioswale will filter water from the street and parking to help improve lake water quality. Low understory planting will be added along this edge to buffer the neighbors visually from park activity. Mature trees will be maintained as shade is a key element of the park. To bring more people into the central activity zone of the park, an open multi-use pavilion, a small performance space, and a picnic area will be provided in the general area of the existing pla yground, which could be enlarged or reconfigured. A restroom will also be provided. The proposed project will provide for complete design services that will integrate the master plan into bid documents that can be used by the City to bid the construction project. 3. EXPERIENCE. Responding firms will have demonstrated experience providing a similar scope of design, permitting, and architectural services during construction, for other municipalities. 4. INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS. The Contractor (respondent) shall, at its own cost and expense, acquire and maintain (and cause any subcontractors, representatives or agents to acquire and maintain) during the term with the City, sufficient insurance to adequately protect the respective interest of the parties. C overage shall be obtained with a carrier having an AM Best Rating of A- VII or better. In addition, the City has the right to review the Contractor’s deductible or self - insured retention and to require that it be reduced or eliminated. Specifically the Contractor must carry the following minimum types and amounts of insurance on an occurrence basis or in the case of coverage that cannot be obtained on an occurrence basis, then coverage can be obtained on a claims-made basis with a minimum three (3) year tail following the termination or expiration of this Agreement. Specific work may require additional coverage on a case by case basis: a. Commercial General Liability Insurance coverage, including but not limited to, premises operations, products/completed operations, products liability, contractual liability, advertising injury, personal injury, death, and property damage in the minimum amount of $1,000,000 (one million dollars) per occurrence and $2,000,000 (two million dollars) general aggregate. b. Commercial Automobile Liability Insurance coverage for any owned, non-owned, hired or borrowed automobile is required in the minimum amount of $1,000,000 (one million dollars) combined single limit. c. Unless waived by the State of Florida, statutory Workers’ Compensation Insurance coverage in accordance with the laws of the State of Florida, and Employer’s Liability Insurance in the minimum amount of $100,000 (one hundred thousand dollars) each employee each accident, $100,000 (one hundred thousand dollars) e ach employee by disease and $500,000 (five hundred thousand dollars) aggregate by disease with benefits afforded under the laws of the State of Florida. Coverage should include Voluntary Compensation, Jones Act, and U.S. Longshoremen’s and Harbor Worker’s Act coverage where applicable. Coverage must be applicable to employees, contractors, subcontractors, and volunteers, if any. DETAILED SPECIFICATIONS Design Services – Crest Lake Park 9 RFQ #32-17 d. Professional Liability Insurance coverage appropriate for the type of business engaged in by the Contractor with minimum limits of $1,000,000 (one million dollars) per occurrence. If a claims made form of coverage is provided, the retroactive date of coverage shall be no later than the inception date of claims made coverage, unless prior policy was extended indefinitely to cover prior acts. Coverage shall be extended beyond the policy year either by a supplemental extended reporting period (ERP) of as great a duration as available, and with no less coverage and with reinstated aggregate limits, or by requiring that any new policy provide a retroactive date no later than the inception date of claims made coverage. The above insurance limits may be achieved by a combination of primary and umbrella/excess liability policies. 6. OTHER INSURANCE PROVISIONS. a. Prior to the execution of this Agreement, and then annually upon the anniversary date(s) of the insurance policy’s renewal date(s) for as long as this Agreement remains in effect, the Contractor will furnish the City with a Certificate of Insurance(s) (using appropriate ACORD certificate, SIGNED by the Issuer, and with applicable endorsements) evidencing all of the coverage set forth above and naming the City as an “Additional Insured.” In addition when requested in writing from the City, Contractor will provide the City with certified copies of all applicable policies. The address where such certificates and certified policies shall be sent or delivered is as follows: City of Clearwater Attn: Purchasing, RFQ #32-17 P.O. Box 4748 Clearwater, FL 33758-4748 b. Contractor shall provide thirty (30) days written notice of any cancellation, non -renewal, termination, material change or reduction in coverage. c. Contractor’s insurance as outlined above shall be primary and non -contributory coverage for Contractor’s negligence. d. Contractor reserves the right to appoint legal counsel to provide for the Contractor’s defense, for any and all claims that may arise related to Agreement, work performed under this Agreement, or to Contractor’s design, equipment, or service. Contractor agrees that the City shall not be liable to reimburse Contractor for any legal fees or costs as a result of Contractor providing its defense as contemplated herein. The stipulated limits of coverage above shall not be construed as a limitation of any potential liability to the City, and failure to request evidence of this insurance shall not be construed as a waiver of Contractor’s obligation to provide the insurance coverage specified. MILESTONES Design Services – Crest Lake Park 10 RFQ #32-17 ANTICIPATED BEGINNING AND END DATE OF INITIAL TERM . October 2017 through July 2019 If the commencement of performance is delayed because the City does not execute the contract on the start date, the City may adjust the start date, end date and milestones to reflect the delayed execution. 1. EXTENSION. The City reserves the right to extend the term of this contract, provided however, that the City shall give written notice of its intentions to extend this contract no later than thirty (30) days prior to the expiration date of the contract. 2. ANTICIPATED SCHEDULE. Begin Design and Permitting Phase: October 2017 Completion of Design and Permitting: June 2018 Completion of Construction Phase: May 2019 RESPONSE FORMAT Design Services – Crest Lake Park 11 RFQ #32-17 1. RESPONSE SUBMISSION - Submit one (1) signed original proposal (identified as ORIGINAL), three (3) proposal copies, one (1) electronic format copy on a disc or thumb drive, together in a sealed envelope/container. 2. RESPONSE FORMAT - Qualifications shall be submitted in bound volumes on standard 8½" x 11" paper. All information must be assembled and indexed in the order indicated below. The page count shall include typed text, graphics, charts and photographs, but does not include supporting documents for Tab 7, and the tabbed separator pages, cover page, and back page. TAB 1 – Letter of Interest (two [2] pages). A letter of interest including qualifications, related experience, ability to perform the work and to meet the selection criteria. TAB 2 – Municipal Design Services Experience of Firm (four [4] pages). Details to include a summary of relevant experience and capabilities of the responding firm. Include contact information for project: name, address, phone number, and email address. TAB 3 – Qualifications of Personnel (four [4] pages). Staff hierarchy and organizational structure, resumes of proposed project staff, and demonstration of experience related to RFQ scope of work. TAB 4 – Specific Project Experience Relative to Scope of Work (six [6] pages). Include a list of sample projects completed by the firm which are similar in nature to the scope of this project. A minimum of three (3) projects must include complete contact information for the respective project owner(s). TAB 5 – Project Staff Availability (two [2] pages). Identify supporting staff and resources, including sub–consultants, with projected workload during the project term. The City’s expectation is that the project would begin promptly and complete design and permitting within eight (8) months TAB 6 – Project Approach (two [2] pages). Include a summary and schedule of the planned approach to address the project scope including estimates, critical path, and budgeting. TAB 7 - Other Forms. The following forms should be completed and signed: 1. Exceptions/Additional Materials/Addenda form 2. Company Information form 3. Response Certification form 4. Copy of the firm’s current Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation’s License and Contractor License 5. If the firm is a corporation, a copy of the current Florida Corporation Registration 6. W-9 Form. All responses should include a fully completed, most current W -9 form. (http://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/fw9.pdf) EXCEPTIONS/ADDITIONAL MATERIALS/ADDENDA Design Services – Crest Lake Park 12 RFQ #32-17 Respondents shall indicate any and all exceptions taken to the provisions or requirements in this solicitation document. Exceptions that surface elsewhere and that do not also appear under this section shall be considered invalid and void and of no contractual significance. Exceptions (mark one): **Special Note – Any material exceptions taken to the City’s Terms and Conditions may render a Response non-responsive. No exceptions Exceptions taken (describe--attach additional pages if needed) Additional Materials submitted (mark one): No additional materials have been included with this response Additional Materials attached (describe--attach additional pages if needed) Addenda Respondents are responsible for verifying receipt of any addenda issued by checking the City’s website at www.myclearwater.com/apps20/cityprojects/invitationtobid.aspx/ prior to the bid opening. Failure to acknowledge any addenda issued may render a Bid Non-responsive. 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Jessup Ave.Longwood, FL 32750Phone: (407) 667-1777Contact Person: Kody Smith, PLAProject Managerksmith@dixhite.comDIX HITE TABLE OF CONTENTSLetter of InterestMunicipal Design Services ExperienceQualifi cations of PersonnelSpecifi c Project Experience Project Staff Availability Project ApproachForms 04081420283236Starkey Ranch in Pasco County (on the facing page) and Oviedo on the Park (cover image): two Dix.Hite projects with waterfront parks Letter of Interest(Image: Oviedo on the Park) August 15, 2017City of Clearwater | RFQ #32-17 Design Services—Crest Lake Park67City of Clearwater | RFQ #32-17 Design Services—Crest Lake ParkDix.Hite + Partners Dix.Hite + PartnersAugust 15, 2017City of Clearwater Attn: Purchasing 100 S Myrtle Ave 3rd Fl Clearwater FL 33756 August 11, 2017RE: RFQ #32-17, Design Services – Crest Lake ParkDear Colleague,CHRIS HITE, PLA, LEED APPresident and Principal-in-ChargeI am pleased to submit the following proposal on behalf of Dix.Hite + Partners in response to the City of Clearwater’s RFQ for Design Services—Crest Lake Park.The park presents an important opportunity to provide a place of respite, to connect people to nature, to support active living and to provide a destination for local residents. Our proposed project team has reviewed the park master plan and we are conﬁ dent in our abilities to honor the community’s vision in providing design services for Crest Lake Park.The importance of ecological preservation at Crest Lake Park and pedestrian-friendly connections to and within the park can’t be overstated. Crest Lake Park can not only provide access to nature but also provide education on wildlife, water quality and other ecological issues important to Florida. Also, through pedestrian-scaled design, the park can create op-portunities for residents in surrounding neighborhoods to use active forms of transportation—walking, biking, rolling—to access open space and park amenities. Combined, these outcomes increase quality of life, preserve the environment, improve health, build social capital and maximize the City’s properties for the greatest good. Our team has helped other municipalities in Florida achieve the same; our most recent experience includes designing public space at Starkey Ranch in Odessa, Oviedo on the Park, the Daytona Beach Esplanade, downtown Jacksonville Beach and Reiter Park in Longwood, all of which are described in detail in this proposal. As Principal-in-Charge, I would oversee our team’s service to the City. I bring signiﬁ cant experience to this effort: I have managed landscape architectural services from design through construction observation on public projects throughout Florida and the southeastern U.S. My colleague Kody Smith would serve as project manager to the City and would provide day-to-day management of the design team. Kody brings to this role both a track record of successful project management and an incredible eye for design that have resulted in great public spaces.Kody and I would lead a team of talented landscape architects, designers and subconsultants who understand com-munity visioning, parks and streets as “places,” project timelines and budgets, and the importance of delivering on the promise of exceptional design. We also are familiar with permitting procedures in Clearwater and Pinellas County. Collectively, our team advances sustainable design and has a particular interest in celebrating local community charac-ter and history through thoughtful design recommendations and selection of materials. The incorporation of sustainable design practices is at the core of our values and is uniquely integrated on our projects, from the planning aspect to detailed design, with emphasis on Low Impact Development (LID). In fact, all three Dix.Hite ofﬁ ces—in Longwood, FL, Birmingham, AL and Atlanta, GA—are located in historic, walkable districts. Our restored 1920s Bungalow studio ofﬁ ce in Longwood, pictured above, incorporates green de-sign principles and is a commercial pilot project for the St. Johns Florida Water Star program. The project includes a Florida- friendly, 90-percent native, drought-tolerant landscape and a low-volume irrigation system, reﬂ ecting our commitment to being an example in our own community for environmentally friendly design. We recommend Florida-friendly mate-rials and plants, which honor the local ecology, reduce a project’s environ-mental impact, and lower maintenance costs. Our overall project team includes more than a half dozen LEED AP practi-tioners and we propose an ecologist as a key team member. To ensure we are responsive and timely—and in consideration of the importance of meeting project dead-lines—Dix.Hite maintains a culture of collaboration and ﬂ exibility. Also, with decades of combined experience in public projects of multiple scales, we work at the outset to identify potential project complications and to mitigate them proactively in coordination with your staff and stakeholders. Although the City will have a core team at its ser-vice, we will assign and re-assign other team members to meet your deadlines and handle any unexpected events. We work on a range of project scales and help partners achieve their goals through visioning, facilitation, site planning, detailed landscape and hardscape design, construction documents, bidding and implementation. Our capabilities include visual communication, sketch and digital graphic renderings through plans, elevation and perspectives, three dimensional modeling, document and page layout composition, and AutoCAD production of detailed hardscape and landscape construction plans.We advocate for scalable and transparent processes that bring people together to solve problems while also meeting project deadlines and budgets. Applied to your 8-month timeline for design and permitting of Crest Lake Park, the “6Ds” approach, as we call it, will help ensure an efﬁ cient process with continued public support. More information about the 6Ds is provided herein. As you will see in this proposal, our team is well prepared to provide the services the City seeks. Thank you for your consideration of our proposal. I hope we have an opportunity to meet to further discuss this important role. Sincerely, Municipal Design Services Experience(Image: Reiter Park) 11City of Clearwater | RFQ #32-17 Design Services—Crest Lake ParkDix.Hite + PartnersAugust 15, 2017I am conﬁ dent that Dix.Hite’s method of design would provide any client with a very thoughtful and thorough solution even beyond the typical landscape architectural scope of work. - Thomas L. Cavanaugh President, PAC Land Development CorporationA Dix.Hite client and partner to the public project, Oviedo on the ParkOviedo on the Park has become a catalyst for additional quality development in Oviedo, FL. Oviedo is one of the ﬁ ve projects included in this proposal to illustrate the ﬁ rm’s technical experience, effective project approach and successful past performance.Dix.Hite + Partners has gained a reputation as a “boutique” firm with an excellent design portfolio. Over the years, the firm has grown through the references and retention of existing public and private clients and relationships within the greater consultant community. The firm’s team members have broad experience with a range of parks, buildings, transportation, and public-space projects funded or owned by public agencies and municipalities, including:• Lynx Central Station public realm design• SunRail commuter rail stations• State and county roads 426 and 434• Daytona Beach Transformation Plan• Daytona Beach Esplanade• Jacksonville Beach Downtown Action Plan• Longwood master plan• Reiter Park in Longwood• Oviedo on the Park• Trussville Downtown Plan• Gertrude’s Walk trail design• Downtown Greenville Streetscape Master Plan• AIDS Memorial Park • North Cape and 7 Islands Vision Plan• Jacksonville Bike/Ped Master PlanOn this page: Oviedo on the Park is a Dix.Hite public-realm planning and urban design project in Central Florida. The waterfront park has catalyzed investment in the area and earned recognition for its quality design from the state chapter of the American Society of Landscape Architects. August 15, 2017Our work has led to strong results for many clients, including the following three recent parks and public space planning and design projects, for which we provide reference information here and more complete descriptions in Tab 4: Speciﬁ c Project Experience. • City of Oviedo Bryan Cobb, City Manager400 Alexandria Blvd.Oviedo, FL 32765bcobb@cityofoviedo.net407-971-5555• City of LongwoodJohn Williams, City Manager407-260-3445jwilliams@longwoodﬂ .org• Gentry Land CompanyReed Berlinsky, Principal521 13th StreetSt. Cloud, Florida 34769 (321) 805-4830info@gentryland.comTo demonstrate our abilities related to the City’s scope for Crest Lake Park, we have highlighted six municipal projects in Tab 4: Speciﬁ c Project Experience. There, we illustrate our ﬁ rmwide capability to work with public clients to design projects that get built, that have impact, that create places people love, and that are ecologically sustainable.Their leadership and vision have proven instrumental in guiding this project and we anxiously look forward to the park’s implementation. - Jon C. WilliamsCity Manager, City of LongwoodA Dix.Hite clientCity of Clearwater | RFQ #32-17 Design Services—Crest Lake Park1213City of Clearwater | RFQ #32-17 Design Services—Crest Lake ParkDix.Hite + Partners Dix.Hite + PartnersAugust 15, 2017Dix.Hite provided visioning and design for publicly funded SunRail transit stations throughout Central Florida. Dix.Hite has helped the City of Longwood develop the vision and detailed landscape and hardscape designs for a central park that will create a sense of place and destination for downtown Longwood, while also spurring reinvestment in the area. 15City of Clearwater | RFQ #32-17 Design Services—Crest Lake ParkDix.Hite + PartnersAugust 15, 2017Qualifi cations of Personnel(Image: Starkey Ranch) August 15, 2017The Dix.Hite + Partners proposed project team has successfully helped municipalities and agencies throughout Florida develop public spaces that provide quality destinations, connect people to nature, create a sense of place and build social capital.Within Dix.Hite, we offer the talents of 32 professionals across three ofﬁ ces. Our team members collaborate on a daily basis and have worked together—from concept through construction—on Reiter Park in Longwood, a system of parks and trails at Starkey Ranch in Odessa, Oviedo on the Park in Oviedo, a downtown action plan for Jacksonville Beach, an esplanade in Daytona Beach, and SunRail stations across Central Florida. The broader consultant team also worked together on the parks and trails at Starkey Ranch. Our key team members for the Crest Lake Park project have adequate capacity as detailed in Tab 5: Project Staff Availability to achieve the City’s 8-month timeline for design through permitting. If needed, the ﬁ rm is able to quickly deploy more in-house stafﬁ ng resources. Dix.Hite also has established relationships with contractors and other subconsultants throughout the region; we tap their efforts frequently on multiple projects, which leads to quick responses as needed, such as for cost estimating. Leading our team is Kody Smith, PLA, who will serve as project manager, coordinate with the City and incorporate other team members into the Crest Lake Park effort. As project manager, Kody will work with the City at the outset to develop a detailed scope of services, identify deliverables, recommend further public engagement strategies to build upon what already has been achieved, and to monitor progress. In-house project management and budget tools allow Kody to review budgets weekly and monthly to ensure that the fee and hours allocated for services remain on track. Kody has an excellent track record as project manager, including managing this particular project team’s work on Starkey Ranch.Chris Hite, PLA, LEED AP, will serve as Principal-in-Charge. Chris is a designer at heart and stays involved in projects from initial vision through detailed design. She is the ﬁ rm’s president and her exemplary leadership recently was recognized by the Orlando Business Journal, which named her a 2017 CEO of the Year for Central Florida. Chris brings her leadership and artful design skills to bear on projects throughout the southeastern U.S., with a special focus on Florida and Florida-friendly landscapes. Brief resumes for each proposed project team member are provided on the following pages. Their services would be organized according to the organizational chart below. CITY OFCLEARWATERChristina Hite, PLA, LEED AP, Principal in ChargeKody Smith, PLA, Project ManagerGreg Bryla, PLA, Senior DesignerViviana Castro, Landscape DesignerAdam McCollister, PLA, Junior Project ManagerKelly Morphy, Walkable/Livable Design and OutreachECOLOGICALPLANNING ANDDESIGNEXUM& ASSOCIATESJay Exum, Ph.D.ARCHITECTUREROCCHETTAA:DB, INC.Michael Ruble, AIA NCARBRandi Ruble, LEED AP bd+cChristopher DailCIVILENGINEERINGANDENVIRONMENTALPERMITTINGFLORIDADESIGNCONSULTANTSEdward Mazur, P.E.Cynthia Tarapani, PlannerJay Hunting, EcologistRobert Wright, PLSSTRUCTURALENGINEERINGCATALANOENGINEERING, INC.James Catalano, P.E.Jimmy Raguckas, P.E.MEPKPI ENGINEERINGLuis Vargas, P.E.Dean Kenyon, P.E.Mike Cowles, LEED APRay Vargas, DesignerShawn Jeffrey, LEED APIRRIGATIONDESIGNPROTURFDESIGNSClark Bateman, CIDLANDSCAPEARCHITECTURE+PROJECTMANAGEMENTCity of Clearwater | RFQ #32-17 Design Services—Crest Lake Park1617City of Clearwater | RFQ #32-17 Design Services—Crest Lake ParkDix.Hite + Partners Dix.Hite + PartnersAugust 15, 2017Kody Smith, PLA, Dix.Hite + PartnersProject ManagerB.S., Landscape Architecture, Purdue University, 2008Landscape Architect, Florida # LA6667178Kody’s focus on parks development, urban design, transportation and illustration derives from his intense respect for people, their culture, and the environment in which they live. Kody executes projects as project manager with well-planned, contextually responsive and artful thought processes. Additionally, Kody’s skill in planning and facilitating public engagement has been key to identifying and meeting community visions, which in turn foster greater buy-in and support for publicly funded initiatives. In fact, Kody led the development of the “What If?” community engagement tool that earned a statewide award from the Florida ASLA in 2017 for innovation in public outreach.Kody has been a key member in delivering the following recent services for communities throughout Florida:• Design of trails, parks and amenities at the award-winning Starkey Ranch in Odessa, FL• Pier and waterfront park design for the Jacksonville Beach Public Realm Plan in Jacksonville Beach, FL• Waterfront trail and park design for the Daytona Beach Esplanade in Daytona Beach, FL• Waterfront community design for Turtle Beach in Crystal Beach, FL• Visioning and urban design for the Daytona Beach Transformation Plan in Daytona Beach, FL• Public charrette and streetscape design for Lake Beauty Park in Orlando, FL• Visioning, rail design for the Gertrude’s Walk trail in Orlando, FL • Design of the amenities, festival street and public realm at Central Lucerne in Orlando, FL • Master planning and graphic design for the Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan for the City of Jacksonville Left: Kody Smith introduces a street concept to a local elected ofﬁ cial. Below: Kody’s design vision and details are now built parks and trails at Starkey Ranch, which has earned awards for its system of public spaces that connect people to nature and celebrate the land’s history.DIX HITE August 15, 2017City of Clearwater | RFQ #32-17 Design Services—Crest Lake Park1819City of Clearwater | RFQ #32-17 Design Services—Crest Lake ParkDix.Hite + Partners Dix.Hite + PartnersAugust 15, 2017Chris Hite, PLA, LEED AP, Dix.Hite + PartnersPrincipal-in-ChargeM.S., Landscape Architecture, University of Florida, 2012 B.S., Landscape Architecture, University of Georgia, 1987 Landscape Architect, Florida # LA0001340, 1989Chris’ passion for artful design, environmental sustainability and healthy lifestyles is evident in a portfolio that spans nearly three decades of residential landscape design, public parks, open space and ecologically friendly infrastructure projects built in the state of Florida and throughout the United States. As president of the ﬁ rm, Chris’ exemplary leadership recently was recognized by the Orlando Business Journal, which named Chris a 2017 CEO of the Year for Central Florida. Chris’ design work celebrates the unique characteristics of a place’s social and geographical context, with a special focus on local ecologies, cultural identity, history, native plants, local materials, urban form, regional character and quality of life.Chris’ recent projects include visioning, landscape and hardscape for the 5,000-acre Starkey Ranch in Pasco County, design for Reiter Park, landscape architecture for multiple SunRail stations along Central Florida’s 61-mile commuter rail transit corridor; LYNX transit stations; and several inﬁ ll, mixed-use projects in Central Florida, including Ravaudage in Winter Park, Crescent Lynx Central Station in Orlando, and Oviedo on the Park in Oviedo. Greg Bryla, PLA, Dix.Hite + PartnersSenior Designer, PrincipalBachelor of Landscape Architecture, Auburn University, 1987B.C. in Building Construction, Auburn UniversityLandscape Architect, Florida #LA0001259, 1987Greg brings his boundless enthusiasm and international design and construction experience to the Dix.Hite team. As a senior designer, he helps dream up “big ideas,” gain consensus and turn them into construction details. He has worked directly on Starkey Ranch, Oviedo on the Park, Reiter Park, Jacksonville Beach Public Realm Plan, Daytona Beach Transformation Plan, Daytona Beach Esplanade and a bridge and amenity design for Ho’akalei resort in Hawaii.Adam McCollister, Dix.Hite + PartnersJunior Project ManagerB.S., Landscape Architecture, University of Florida, 2014Landscape Architect, Florida, #LA6667264, 2016Adam’s role at Dix.Hite includes detailed hardscape and landscape design, construction documentation, graphic design and rendering. His recent project experience includes Reiter Park, Oviedo on the Park, SunRail stations, Crescent Lucerne and streetscape designs for public roads in Oviedo. Viviana Castro, Dix.Hite + PartnersLandscape DesignerB.S., Landscape Architecture, University of Florida, 2014 Viviana designs streetscapes, community developments, parks and trails, taking projects from vision through graphic design and construction documentation. She recently has worked directly on Starkey Ranch, the City of Daytona Beach Transformation plan, City of Jacksonville Beach Public Realm Plan and Daytona Beach Esplanade.Kelly Morphy, Dix.Hite + PartnersWalkable/Livable Design and OutreachB.A. in Communications, University of Guam, 1997Kelly helps neighborhoods become better connected and more accessible through best practices in healthy community design. As executive director of the Walkable and Livable Communities Institute, she wrote national guidance documents funded by AARP and conducted workshops across the country, including for a Complete Streets Action Plan in New Ulm, MN and a walkability study at O’Hare International Airport in Chicago, IL. Since joining Dix.Hite in 2017, she has presented at national conferences, guest lectured for graduate classes and provided project walkability input.Chris Hite led the design team for the North Cape and 7 Islands Vision Plan for Cape Coral, FL. The plan earned award recognition for honoring the community’s vision to create walkable destinations and a sense of place while also catalyzing investment. Chris also has served as Principal-in-Charge for numerous successfully built parks, trails and public spaces. Jay Exum, Ph.D., LEED AP, Exum and AssociatesEcological Planning and DesignPh.D. in Wildlife Ecology, Auburn University, 1985M.S. in Wildlife Biology, University of Tennessee, 1981B.A. in Zoology, University of Tennessee, 1978Dr. Exum provides natural resource and ecological planning services to sustain or enhance biological diversity and natural system integrity in Florida. Through sound science and an objective perspective, he provides the foundation for a functioning natural environment that is enjoyed by people actively engaged with the resource. He recently has provided services for the Daytona Beach Esplanade, Miami-Dade County Parks Recreation and Open Spaces Systems Master Plan, the Lake Hancock Management Plan in Polk County, and the Shingle Creek Preserve Conceptual Master Plan/Management Plan in Osceola County.Michael Ruble, AIA, NCARB, ROCCHETTAArchitectureMaster of Architecture, Savannah College of Art and DesignBachelor of Architecture, SCADLicensed Architect, Florida #AR96147With 20 years of experience in architectural, engineering and construction industries, Michael’s expertise covers all aspects and phases of a project from site selection and feasibility studies, design phase, production drawings, construction phase and post-occupancy services. His recent projects include Cunningham Park, Homestead Park and Whitﬁ eld Park, all at Starkey Ranch. He’s also recently provided architecture for the Girl Scouts Camp Mah-Kah-Wee in Seminole County, the Charlotte County Courthouse and the DeSoto County emergency operations center. Ed Mazur, Jr., P.E., Florida Design ConsultantsCivil Engineering and Environmental PermittingB.S., Civil Engineering, University of Texas at Austin, 1969Professional Engineer, Florida #21318, 1975Ed offers more than 40 years of civil engineering experience for a variety of projects with an expertise in master planning and infrastructure design including water, sanitary sewer and roadway systems, as well as obtaining all required permits. He served on the City of Clearwater Planning and Zoning Board for 15 years, which he chaired for 3 years and the City of Clearwater Community Development Board from 1999 - 2004, which he chaired for 3 years. Mr. Mazur was the chairman of the City of Clearwater Board to assess the Harborview Center, and the City of Clearwater Marine Advisory Board. City and Pinellas County projects that Mr. Mazur has worked on include Myrtle Avenue, Clearwater Beach Roundabout, Lakeside Clearwater, Morton Plant Hospital, Bayside Bridge Plaza and Walsingham Park West, for which he was in charge of the schematic and civil engineering design of the 354-acre public park, including Pinellas County and SWFWMD Environmental Resource permitting. James Catalano, P.E, Catalano Engineering Structural EngineeringBSCE from Univ. of Central Florida, 1987Florida License No. 42507, 1990James has recently been both designer and Engineer of Record for a variety of structural elements including marine structures, water and wastewater treatment plants, mid-rise ofﬁ ce and residential buildings, retaining walls, mast-arm and span wire signals, and boat launch facilities. He has recently worked on a 10-acre expansion of Apollo Beach Par—including a dog park and a 12,000 SF skate park— and the Cancer Survivors Park in Tampa. He also recently has worked on Hillsborough County’s Riverview, Sun City Heritage Park, Ruskin Commongood Park, and Giddens Park, where he provided civil and structural engineering for a ﬁ ve-acre City of Tampa park renovation project. Luis Vargas, Jr., P.E., KPI EngineeringMechanical, Electrical, Plumbing (MEP)B.S. in Electrical Engineering, University of South FloridaM.S. in Engineering Management, USFLuis is an electrical and power systems engineer with over 28 years of experience who is registered in 21 states and Puerto Rico. His broad expertise covers all aspects of electrical and power systems planning, design, construction, operations, and maintenance from low voltage DC through high voltage transmission line construction. In addition to his projects throughout Florida and the southern U.S., Luis recently worked with Dix.Hite + Partners on electrical construction administration for two parks at Starkey Ranch. Clark Bateman, CID, Pro Turf Designs Irrigation DesignClark has worked alongside Dix.Hite + Partners on numerous public projects, including Oviedo on the Park, SunRail stations, and Lynx Operations Center. 21City of Clearwater | RFQ #32-17 Design Services—Crest Lake ParkDix.Hite + PartnersAugust 15, 20172121222222222221212222222212212222222212221211222211112111111121212112121212122121222112221222222222222222122111122222222222122222222112222222112121112112221111121111City ooof CfCfCfCfCfCCCClealealealeaealleaerwawarwawaaaarwarwaaaaaaaarwarwrwwaaaaaaaawawawaaaaaatertertetertetetttertertertettttttetettttteeeertetetttteeeeeeertteeeeee|RFQ #32-17 Design Services—Crest LakLakLakLakkkkkLakkkkLakLakakkkkkLakLLLakkkLakLLLLaaaakkkkLakLakLLLLLaaLaakkkkkLLLLLLaakkkkLLLLLLLkkkLaLLLLLLakakaLakLLLLLLLLakkLLLLLLLLaaLLLLLLLaaaaaLLLLaaaLLLLaaaLLLaaaaaeePPPPPPePPPPPPe PPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPePPPaaaarrkkkkkkaarkarrrrkaaaaarrraaaaarrrrrkaaaaaaarrrrraaaaaaaarkkaaaraaaaarararraraaaaarrrDixDixDixDixDixDixDixDixDiDDx.Hi.Hi.Hi.Hi.Hi.H.Hi.HH.HHH.teteteteteeteteeeeteeete+ P+ P+ P+ P+ P PP++++P++++artartartartartartartattartartnernernernerenernerrerernererersssssssssssAugAugugAAAugAugAuguAAgAuguggugAAAAAAAAAAAugAAugAAAAAAAuuggAugugAAAuggAAAAAuuguugAAAAgAAAAAAAAAAAugAAAugugAAAAAugAuuguggggAAAugAAAAugAuguuggggugugggggggggggggggAuugggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggusuustuustustusttsutsuustusustuststustuststtusuustusttustuuustustuuuususutustsstustustuusssttttuuuuusssssuusssssusssssssuussss515551551151555151511515555555555555555555551555555155155555555555115551155111155551111155555, 2, 222222222, 2, 2, 2, 22222, 22222222, 2,222, 2,,22 222, 22222, 2222222222,2222, 2,,22,222,,220170170171017701100117170110170171770017017117017177770170017777777010177777700117777017777777777777777777777777701007777701001177777000170001701170101700117777Specifi c Project Experience(Image: Pierhouse at Channelside) August 15, 2017DESIGN TEAM:Dix.Hite + Partners PROJECT SERVICES:Park Plan | Public Process | Signage Waterfront Redevelopment | StreetscapeCLIENT:City of OviedoOviedo on the Park anchors the new urban core for the City of Oviedo. The six-acre community park is the centerpiece for new residential and retail venues, as well as an “outdoor living room” for all Oviedo residents and guests. The park is connected to the historic town center, which currently has redevelopment projects under construction, along a wetland that is the inspiration for the park’s overall character and public buildings. Working in conjunction with the City of Oviedo and Project for Public Spaces, Dix.Hite developed amenities to include a community amphitheater and multi-purpose lawn area, children’s play area, educational spaces, an interactive water feature and a lakefront promenade. Oviedo on the Park opened in May 2015.OVIEDO ON THE PARKOVIEDO, FLORIDAThe park has spurred new investment—seen in the top of this image—and includes a streetscape that calms traffic and creates a sense of arrival.CLIENT:WS-TSR, LLC / Wheelock CommunitiesDESIGN TEAM:Dix.Hite + Partners | Rocchetta AD:B | KPI Engineering | Catalano Engineering | Geoffrey Mouen | Ballenger & CompanyPROJECT SERVICES:Public Realm DesignEnvironmental GraphicsLocated on 2,500 acres, Starkey Ranch is a master planned community with a focus on connecting its residents with natural Florida and the Ranch’s vast history. The community is centered around its interconnected series of trail systems that branch out to link its residents with the adjacent Starkey Wilderness Preserve, future town square, and the numerous park spaces throughout Starkey Ranch. Design of the project included created wildlife habitat. From passing through the wetlands to being alongside the Wood Stork habitats, these connections provide their own unique experiences for the community. Residents and the surrounding communities will have access to more than 20 miles of trails connecting 800 acres of parks and open space. STARKEY RANCHPASCO COUNTY, FLORIDACity of Clearwater | RFQ #32-17 Design Services—Crest Lake Park2223City of Clearwater | RFQ #32-17 Design Services—Crest Lake ParkDix.Hite + Partners Dix.Hite + PartnersAugust 15, 2017 August 15, 2017CLIENT:Florida Department of TransportationAECOMDESIGN TEAM:Dix.Hite + PartnersHHCP | VHBBockstall Design AssociatesMcElroy Engineering, LLCPROJECT SERVICES:Site Plan | Hardscape/Landscape/IrrigationPublic ArtPedestrian CirculationSUNRAILCENTRAL FLORIDASunRail (Central Florida Commuter Rail Transit) covers a 61-mile stretch of existing rail freight tracks through the heart of Central Florida. The Phase One system serves three counties, linking DeBary to Poinciana. Dix.Hite is responsible for site plan coordination, pedestrian circulation, landscape, hardscape and irrigation design for Phases One and Two. The landscape palette focuses on native plant material, determined by evaluating existing soils and historic vegetative communities. The first phase of SunRail opened in Spring 2014.PROJECT SERVICES:Visioning | Public Workshop | Branding | Lighting Analysis | Wayfinding | Landscape Architecture CLIENT:City of Jacksonville Beach The Downtown Jacksonville Vision Plan was formalized in June 2007 with city efforts focused on public infrastructure improvements while relying on private enterprise for development. The Downtown Action Plan continues the 2007 Vision Plan and outlines the next steps while responding to the real-world needs of the City’s public realm, including park spaces, streets, plazas and their relationship to private development. Dix.Hite is leading the effort to develop design and implementation strategies for the City’s brand standards, lighting performance and aesthetics, site furnishing palette, art master plan, wayfinding, and two of the City’s premiere park and gateway spaces. * Services for Phase 1 of this project were provided by Dix.Hite team members during their employment with Glatting Jackson Kercher Anglin, now part of AECOM. All rights remain with the previous firm. JACKSONVILLE BEACH DOWNTOWN ACTION PLANJACKSONVILLE BEACH, FLORIDACity of Clearwater | RFQ #32-17 Design Services—Crest Lake Park2425City of Clearwater | RFQ #32-17 Design Services—Crest Lake ParkDix.Hite + Partners Dix.Hite + PartnersAugust 15, 2017 August 15, 2017DESIGN TEAM:Dix.Hite + Partners PROJECT SERVICES:Landscape Architecture Environmental GraphicsCLIENT:City of LongwoodReiter Park is the heart and recognizable identity of Longwood’s Historic District. Its location as the terminus of Church Street and being accessible via the SunRail station make it the key destination of the district and City. Dix.Hite planned and designed new park elements, including an amphitheater and stage, event lawn, wet deck, restrooms, walking trail, boardwalk, healing/sensory garden and playground expansion. All spaces are open-air and designed to accommodate a variety of activities amd group sizes, and to offer something at all times of the year. The park is currently under construction. REITER PARKLONGWOOD, FLORIDAIn the image above: the new streetscape —curently under construction— creates better connections into the park.DESIGN TEAM:Dix.Hite + Partners Applied Technology & ManagementATS Land Surveying | Joseph, Lawrence & Co Exum Associates | McLaren Structural PROJECT SERVICES:Visioning IllustrationCLIENT:City of Daytona BeachDAYTONA BEACH ESPLANADEDAYTONA BEACH, FLORIDACities are known by the quality of their public realm. Dix.Hite was identified an opportunity for the City of Daytona Beach to create a finished park space as the first catalyst project along their waterfront. The City plans for day docks to allow people to access the historic Beach Street retail by boat. Dix.Hite envisioned a park that could address multiple issues while creating multiple opportunities. Proposed program elements offer flexibility, connection and visibility to complement the urban framework and context while taking advantage of this under used waterfront location. The project has received grant funding and is currently completing conceptual design.Reference: Brent Cohen, City of Daytona Beach301 South Ridgewood Ave. Daytona Beach, FL 32114cohenbrent@codb.us / 386.671.8671City of Clearwater | RFQ #32-17 Design Services—Crest Lake Park2627City of Clearwater | RFQ #32-17 Design Services—Crest Lake ParkDix.Hite + Partners Dix.Hite + PartnersAugust 15, 2017 AppendixCity of Clearwater | RFQ #32-17 Design Services—Crest Lake ParkDix.Hite + PartnersProject Staff Availability(Image: Crescent Central Station Public Realm in Orlando) August 15, 2017City of Clearwater | RFQ #32-17 Design Services—Crest Lake Park3031City of Clearwater | RFQ #32-17 Design Services—Crest Lake ParkDix.Hite + Partners Dix.Hite + PartnersAugust 15, 2017The Dix.Hite proposed project team has reviewed the Crest Lake Park master plan and scope for design services as published in the RFQ. We have no hesitation in committing to the project timeline, and have ascertained that our team members’ projected workloads during the project period will allow for ample services to the City of Clearwater. Our 22 proposed project team members have projected availability ranging from 80 percent for the project manager to 25 percent for one of the designers during the project period. Kody Smith, as an experienced and organized project manager, will ensure team members have adequate notice of project schedules to ensure they are available when needed. Moreover, to ensure we are responsive and timely—and in consideration of the importance of meeting project deadlines—Dix.Hite maintains a culture of collaboration and ﬂ exibility. The six Dix.Hite staff members assigned to this project who are described in Tab 3: Qualiﬁ cations of Personnel are complemented with another 26 ﬁ rm staff members who can be tapped for additional support if unforeseen complications arise. However, our team’s experience with public park projects will help us identify and mitigate potential challenges at the outset of the project, which will keep the project on schedule. As brieﬂ y introduced in Tab 3: Qualiﬁ cations of Personnel, the following subconsultants will bring their expertise to the project. Exum Associates, Inc. Dr. Jay Exum has been involved in the ecological consulting practice in the Southeast since 1985. Through his professional exposure and interaction with scores of valued colleagues, he had a vision of a consulting practice in which client service, scientiﬁ c objectivity, thoughtful communication, ﬁ scal responsibility and prudent management could be instigated in a successful business context. Exum Associates, Inc. provides natural resource-related services that will sustain or enhance biological diversity and natural system integrity in Florida, and across the Southeast. Our expectation is that through sound science and an objective perspective, we can meet our clients’ objectives and assure a functioning natural environment that is enjoyed by people actively engaged with the resource. We strive to inﬂ uence policy, and through our effective representation of clients, set the highest standards for professional integrity, thoroughness of research and creative strategies to accomplish our clients’ objectives. ROCCHETTA A:DB, LLC A full service architectural consulting ﬁ rm located in Tampa, FL, Rocchetta offers a wide range of planning and architecture experience in both the public and private sectors. We provide a service-oriented, client centric approach to meet the demands of the marketplace and respond to the project brief. We have the capacity to provide a full range of services to our clients that include: feasibility studies, programming, architectural design, construction documents, construction phase services, post-occupancy services, forensic architecture and owner’s representation. We also offer interior design services, furniture selection, signage and wayﬁ nding design services and in-house fabrication of specialized architectural elements and components. Our diversiﬁ ed practice includes work ranging from multi-family housing, K-12 schools, community centers, neighborhood parks, custom residential, retail, restaurant, medical ofﬁ ce and bio-tech facilities. Familiar with speciﬁ c requirements of government authorities, municipalities and multiple user groups ROCCHETTA and our team have served the following government entities, municipalities and institutional clients directly or through previous individual experience:• City of Tampa• City of Clearwater• Tampa Housing Authority• National Institutes of Health, National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute• Hillsborough County Public Schools• Charlotte County• DeSoto County• Veterans Health AdministrationFlorida Design ConsultantsFlorida Design Consultants serves our Clients throughout the State of Florida. The ﬁ rm provides a diverse array of professional services to its Clients including: Site Planning, Layout and Design, Land Surveying and Mapping, Land Use Planning and Zoning, Stormwater Management and DesignTransportation Design, Water, Wastewater and Reclaimed Water System Design, Construction Inspection and Observation, Environmental Habitats and Wetlands, and Geographic Information Systems. For 20 years, the company has successfully performed these services for its clients in various sectors of our local economy. KPI Engineering, Inc.KPI Engineering, Inc. is a registered Florida engineering ﬁ rm. While KPI is considered a small business Enterprise (SBE) the company continually demonstrates its capacity to address a wide range of projects of varying scales for its clients. KPI Engineering was created from Kenyon & Partners, Inc. a design-build ﬁ rm that still provides construction and maintenance services to clients. The constructability and serviceability mindset originating from Kenyon & Partners is a part of the KPI designs and mindset helping clients consider ﬁ rst cost and ongoing maintenance costs as KPI designs projects to ﬁ t clients’ ﬁ nancial requirements.KPI Engineering applies this knowledge to projects from pre-renovation studies through large central cooling and heating plants for its clients. This demonstrates the company’s ability to “right size” design solutions to the needs of the project. The same creative and right sized design approaches that make the company a unique and effective contributor to every project is applied to designs for multi-family buildings which often park like amenities. These are also applied to the multiple parks and recreation projects done by the company including among others:• Hillsborough County Parks and Recreation R3M projects – assessment studies and design projects to help update county facility MEP infrastructure• Wimauma Civic Center HVAC Replacement• Bealsville Rec Center HVAC Renovation• Providence West Rec Center HVAC Renovation• Providence East (Skate Park Rec Center HVAC Renovation• Pasco County Sports Complex Pre-bid planning and concepts – review and discuss development parameters for a new sports complex resulting in selection of design team for its implementation• Starkey Ranch – design of three different parks with differing amenities and focus toward its users o Homestead Park o Cunningham Park o Whitﬁ eld ParkCatalano Engineering, Inc.The ﬁ rm is a full-service civil and structural engineering ﬁ rm specializing in both public sector infrastructure and private sector development. Started in 1994, CEI has grown to accommodate sophisticated clients such as Hillsborough County, Public Works and Parks Department, the Florida Department of Transportation, as well as several state-wide private sector developers.Catalano Engineering, Inc. was formed with a mission of “providing innovative engineering solutions with extraordinary customer service”. Since that time, CEI has become a highly-efﬁ cient design ﬁ rm with demonstrated proﬁ ciency in private sector development, structural engineering, municipal services and construction management services.Technology, mathematics, science, and regulation pervade our industry. It sounds complex, and it can be. What makes us different? We sweat the details. And in the end, we bring simplicity to a complex process.Headquartered near downtown Tampa, we know Florida’s natural environment—hurricane force winds, torrential rain, sinkholes, and corrosive seawater—just to name a few. What makes us different? We are experts in using diverse materials and technologies, for civil, structural, and marine engineering.We also know Florida’s bureaucratic environment—regulation, procedures, and potential for litigation and delay claims—the complications can grow exponentially. What makes us different? We deliver conﬁ dence. We are there every step of the way, from site selection, through zoning, and construction.Pro Turf DesignsPro Turf Designs, based in Orlando, FL, has provided irrigation design for dozens of Dix.Hite projects, including: • Lynx Operations Center Parking, Orlando• Lynx Super Stop, Kissimmee• Pineda Causeway, Brevard Co.• Oviedo on the Park• SunRail Commuter Network, Central Florida• Longwood Public Works Building Proposal #0517-0750 | Project ApproachDix.Hite + Partners33March 16, 2017Project Approach(Image: Starkey Ranch) Project Approach | Proposal #0517-0750 Proposal #0517-0750 | Project ApproachDix.Hite + Partners3435City of Daytona Beach, FloridaMarch 16, 2017At 39 acres within the urban setting of Clearwater, Crest Lake Park will provide a fantastic natural respite for park-goers and local residents. The park master plan—built from a comprehensive public process—lays out a vision for a park that enhances connections to the neighborhood, allows people to interact with nature and the lake, and offers programming without overdeveloping its assets. The master plan could be most effectively implemented with the following considerations addressed at the outset of the project. Celebrate Natural Assets and Connect People to PlaceProtection and celebration of the park’s biological diversity should be a primary element of the new park design. Conserving the function of the xeric habitats in the northern portion of the site will help sustain the source and quality of water in Crest Lake. The park will provide exposure to the diverse habitats so that guests can observe the varied wildlife, from the canopies of trees to animals that live within the deep, well-drained sands. The plan will highlight views of Crest Lake to provide the opportunity to observe wading birds that use the littoral shoreline and migrating waterfowl that use the lake in the winter. The park also could be a hub for local environmental education. Kiosks can explain the close connection between high recharge areas like the soils west of Crest Lake and the hydrology of freshwater lake systems. With enthusiasm generated by the park’s environmental focus, the site could provide an opportunity for students to study upland and wetland habitats in an urban setting. Also, the site should be an example of low maintenance, energy-saving, creative environmental design and management.Additionally, the master plan recognizes the need to connect local residents to the park and create quality access to park elements for all park-goers. This can be achieved through the application of best practices in walkability and healthy community design, as the Dix.Hite team has incorporated into projects such as Reiter Park, Oviedo on the Park and Starkey Ranch. Conﬁ rm the Program, Budget and Phasing OptionsIn our experience, parks projects with this level of programming and expectation of materials and ﬁ nishes tap budgets of more than $1M per acre. An approach to achieving the community’s vision for Crest Lake Park while working within the budget provided in the master plan would be to plan to build the key elements of the park ﬁ rst and create a schedule to complete the vision for the park with added elements as funding is secured. The Dix.Hite design team has experience working with City staff to prioritize construction budgets in this manner. When doing so, it is critical to maintain public support for the project by continuing to engage the community, share information about phasing decisions and the construction process, and celebrate the completion of each phase. Engaging the public in the design and construction of the park will be made easier by the fact that the master plan process already employed a strong public process and achieved high levels of buy-in.Project Management and Technical ApproachDix.Hite proposes an open and transparent design process that brings people together to solve problems and address complex issues. This design process, known as the “6D approach,” has proven successful in previous public projects. It ensures that projects go through a systematic, thoughtful and informed approach to create impactful design; it is easily understood by team members and stakeholders; it allows all to see what opportunities and constraints exist, and as a result-comprehensive and creative design solutions. We have been leaders in codifying and embodying the 6Ds method and hold it integral to our culture and creativity. The 6Ds are applied below to the City of Clearwater’s timeline for Crest Lake Park to provide a framework for an overall project management approach. As additional details of the project become available, the following framework would be adapted to meet speciﬁ c goals, deliverables, timeframes and the budget.Quality Assurance/Quality ControlDix.Hite practices quality assurance and quality control as a standard practice on every project. Our client services and technical quality are supported by communication not only with the City, but also with other government agencies and stakeholders. We developed an initial approach to QA/QC many years ago and have improved upon it over time, resulting in an effective system of checks and balances that is incorporated throughout the entire project, not just immediately prior to submitting deliverables. In fact, as a part of the SunRail contract, Dix.Hite was required to deﬁ ne a clear Quality Control Plan for the project. The plan we put in place met all the requirements of the Florida Department of Transportation. We adapt it as appropriate for project schedules, starting with the following basic tools: Project The Dix.Hite project team manages details throughout the life of a project from design to the built product.November 2017Schematic DesignDreamKickoff meetings, verify program, budget and schedule, discuss phasing as neededOctober 2017Kickoff and meetingsDiscoverOn-site exploration, confirm master plan elements, ecological studies beginDesignEvolve conceptual framework, advance design, and solidify ideas, form and aesthetic30% and check program/budgetCity reviewFebruary to June 2018Design Development and Construction DocumentsDiscussConsensus, revise, updateDecember 2017 toJanuary 2018DocumentDesign development: 60% and budget checkQuality assurance and quality controlCity reviewConstruction documentation: 90% and budget checkCity reviewQuality assurance and quality controlDocument preparation for construction documentsConstruction documentation: 100%Finalize plans for permits and bidsJuly 2018 to May 2019ConstructionDeliverBidding assistanceConstruction observation on-siteOwner-architect-contractor meetings, complete constructionCelebrate the City’s success! Ribbon-cutting!Post construction evaluationTeam Meetings, Review Process, Progress Meeting and Documentation of Project Activities. As project manager, Kody is able to provide service to the City without hesitation.Cost Estimating Procedure Dix.Hite’s methodology for estimating costs is based on:• Reviewing actual bids of similar materials and scope from other current or previous Dix.Hite projects • Interviewing quotes and information provided by suppliers, contractors, and design professionals An average cost is assigned and reviewed/updated as noted in the timeline. 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Osceola Avenue Clearwater, FL 33756 File Number: ID#18-4342 Agenda Date: 3/1/2018 Status: City Manager ReportVersion: 1 File Type: Action ItemIn Control: Parks & Recreation Agenda Number: 9.3 SUBJECT/RECOMMENDATION: Ratify and confirm the City Manager’s approval to increase a contract with Construction Manager at Risk, Khors Construction, Inc. from $375,267.19 to $404,942.28 to construct a new access control gate at Pier 60 and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. SUMMARY: On December 7, 2017, the Council approved a proposal from Construction Manager at Risk, Khors Construction, Inc. of Thonotosassa, FL, in the amount of $375,267.19 for improvements to Pier 60 - Project KC-1801 and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. Construction began on the project in late December and it was determined in January that the current turnstile which regulates persons coming onto the pier needed replacement. The original scope of the Pier 60 project did not include this item however, the Parks and Recreation staff requested that this work be added to the current project so as not to close Pier 60 down at another time to make this repair. Furthermore, without the turnstile it would be virtually impossible to control access to the pier. The replacement turnstile is a long lead item which is custom made and will take 8 weeks to deliver. To begin the process of ordering the turnstile, the City Manager approved the additional amount to the contract with Khors. APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT: Funds are available in CIP 315-93499 “Pier 60/Sailing Center Maintenance” for this increase. USE OF RESERVE FUNDS: N/A Page 1 City of Clearwater Printed on 2/28/2018 Cover Memo City of Clearwater City Hall 112 S. Osceola Avenue Clearwater, FL 33756 File Number: ID#18-4357 Agenda Date: 3/1/2018 Status: City Manager ReportVersion: 1 File Type: Action ItemIn Control: Parks & Recreation Agenda Number: 9.4 SUBJECT/RECOMMENDATION: Approve the Second Amendment to the Lease Agreement for Ruth Eckerd Hall, approve termination of the Facility Use Agreement, approve an easement agreement between the Clearwater Housing Authority, the City of Clearwater and Ruth Eckerd Hall, Inc, and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. SUMMARY: The City of Clearwater and PACT, Inc. entered into a Lease Agreement (Lease) dated March 7, 2001 whereby the City leased to PACT, Inc. the property known as Ruth Eckerd Hall. Ruth Eckerd Hall, Inc. is the successor in interest to PACT, Inc. The Lease was amended on November 25, 2003 to release a portion of the Entire Parcel to the City to construct a Habitat Restoration and Mitigation Project as permitted by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection. Ruth Eckerd Hall, Inc. intends to improve the Ruth Eckerd Hall Facility to update the facility and create the “Ruth Eckerd Hall Experience,” and to further provide for the continuing operation thereof as a City owned performing arts venue providing quality performing arts experiences and educational opportunities; and the City finds that the renovation and redevelopment of the Ruth Eckerd Hall Facility will preserve, enhance and improve the city -owned facility and enhance the performing arts experience for the community and advance the City's economic development efforts, enhance tourism and arts education and provide a clear sense of regional and national destination for the City. Ruth Eckerd Hall, Inc. desires to construct, renovate, repair and continue to operate the Ruth Eckerd Hall Facility, and is actively soliciting funds to provide for the long-term operation and maintenance of the said premises and improvements thereon as a performing arts venue; and has requested that the City provide Funding for certain capital improvements and enhancements for the Ruth Eckerd Hall Experience. The City has determined that it is in the public interest and serves a public purpose to enter into this Second Amendment to the Lease Agreement to provide funding in the amount of Three Million Dollars ($3,000,000.00) for specific capital Improvements and enhancements necessary for the renovation, repair and operation of the Ruth Eckerd Hall Facility under and pursuant to the terms and provisions of the Lease Amendment. The funding will be paid in three payments, the first in the amount of $1,500,000, the second in the amount of $1,000,000 and the third in the amount of $500,000. In order to construct the improvements and expansion to Ruth Eckerd Drive which are part of the Ruth Eckerd Hall Experience, REH, the City, and Clearwater Housing Authority must also enter into an Easement Agreement which contains certain minimum insurance requirements to Page 1 City of Clearwater Printed on 2/28/2018 File Number: ID#18-4357 be carried by REH, and the City and REH desire to amend the lease to provide for such insurances. Additionally, the City and REH entered in to a Facility Use Agreement dated March 7, 2001 for the purpose of providing a subsidy to REH to secure public availability of the Facility for the use of and performances by various community groups and by the City which provided for an annual payment to REH. The Facilities Use Agreement also provided that the City would enter into a guarantee agreement with REH and a lender for certain refinancing in an amount limited to $1,000,000 (One Million Dollars). Concurrent with the Lease Amendment, the City and REH wish to terminate that Facilities Use Agreement since the City has not needed to use the Facility pursuant to the Agreement. The City wishes to provide for an ongoing annual contribution of $420,000 for the purpose of maintenance and improvements to Premises to include repairs, general maintenance, and asset and fixture replacement for the Premises, for the purpose of assuring the continued high-quality maintenance of the city -owned facility. REH has and will continue to operate and maintain the Facility and Premises for the benefit of the citizens of Clearwater, in consideration of which the City and REH wish to amend the Lease to allow the City to enter into a Guarantee Agreement if requested, with REH and a lender for the purposes of financing, refinancing, renovation, modernization and expansion of the Premises subject to the City’s reasonable approval of the plans and proposals for any renovation, modernization, and expansion; such guarantee to be unconditional but limited to an amount not to exceed $1,000,000 (One Million Dollars) principal and interest inclusive. APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT: A first quarter budget amendment will increase cost code 07000-582000-519 (aid to private organizations) with offsetting revenues from General Fund reserves. This will fund the fiscal year 2018 portion of the agreement, with the intention of reimbursement from Penny for Pinellas upon approval. USE OF RESERVE FUNDS: Funding for this contract will be provided by a first quarter budget amendment allocating General Fund reserves in the amount of $1,500,000 to Non-Departmental cost code 07000-582000 (aid to private organizations). Inclusive of this item if approved, a net total of $7,491,630 of General Fund reserves has been appropriated by Council to fund expenditures in the 2017/18 operating budget. The remaining balance in General Fund reserves after the 8.5% reserve requirement is approximately $9.2 million, including the BP settlement funds. Exclusive of the BP funds, the remaining balance is $2.7 million, or 2.1% of the current General Fund operating budget. Page 2 City of Clearwater Printed on 2/28/2018 [GM18-1801-136/215855/1] SECOND AMENDMENT TO LEASE AGREEMENT The Amendment is made and entered into this _____ day of ______________, 2018 (“Effective Date”) by and between the CITY OF CLEARWATER, FLORIDA, a municipal corporation of the State of Florida, hereinafter “City” or “Lessor” and Ruth Eckerd Hall, Inc., a Florida not-for-profit corporation, as successor in interest to PACT, Inc. hereinafter “REH” or “Lessee” (each individually referred to herein as “Party” or collectively as the “Parties”). WHEREAS, the Parties entered into that certain Lease Agreement (“Lease”) dated March 7, 2001 whereby the Lessor leased to Lessee property being more fully described in Exhibit “A” attached hereto (hereinafter referred to as the “Entire Parcel”); and WHEREAS, the Lease was amended on November 25, 2003 to release a portion of the Entire Parcel to the Lessor to construct a Habitat Restoration and Mitigation Project, (hereinafter referred to as the “Mitigation Project”) as permitted by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection; and WHEREAS, REH intends to improve the Ruth Eckerd Hall Facility to update the facility and create the “Ruth Eckerd Hall Experience,” attached hereto as Exhibit B, and to further provide for the continuing operation thereof as a City owned performing arts venue providing quality performing arts experiences and educational opportunities; and WHEREAS, the City finds that the renovation and redevelopment of the Ruth Eckerd Hall Facility will preserve, enhance and improve the City owned facility and enhance the performing arts experience for the community and advance the City's economic development efforts, enhance tourism and arts education and provide a clear sense of regional and national destination for the City; and WHEREAS, REH desires to construct, renovate, repair and continue to operate the Ruth Eckerd Hall Facility, and is actively soliciting funds to provide for the long-term operation and maintenance of the said premises and improvements thereon as a performing arts venue; and WHEREAS, the REH has requested that the City provide Funding for certain capital improvements and enhancements for the Ruth Eckerd Hall Experience; and WHEREAS, the City has determined that it is in the public interest and serves a public purpose to enter into this Second Amendment to the Lease Agreement to provide funding in the amount of Three Million Dollars ($3,000,000.00) for specific capital Improvements and enhancements necessary for the renovation, repair and operation of the Ruth Eckerd Hall Facility under and pursuant to the terms and provisions hereinafter set forth; and [GM18-1801-136/215855/1] WHEREAS, in order to the construct the improvements and expansion to Ruth Eckerd Drive which are part of the Ruth Eckerd Hall Experience, REH, the City, and Clearwater Housing Authority have entered into an Easement Agreement dated March 2018 which Agreement contains certain minimum insurance requirements to be carried by REH; and Whereas, the City and REH desire to amend the lease to provide for such insurances; and WHEREAS, the City and REH entered in to a Facility Use Agreement dated March 7, 2001 for the purpose of providing a subsidy to REH to secure public availability of the Facility for the use of and performances by various community groups and by the City which provided for an annual payment to REH; and WHEREAS, the Facilities Use Agreement also provided that the City would enter into a guarantee agreement with REH and a lender for certain refinancing in an amount limited to $1,000,000 (One Million Dollars); and WHEREAS, concurrent with this amendment, the Parties agree to terminate that Facilities Use Agreement since the City has not needed to use the Facility pursuant to the Agreement; and WHEREAS, City wishes to provide for an ongoing annual contribution of $420,000 for the purpose of maintenance and improvements to Premises to include repairs, general maintenance, and asset and fixture replacement for the Premises, for the purpose of assuring the continued high-quality maintenance of the City owned Facility; and WHEREAS, REH has and will continue to operate and maintain the Facility and Premises for the benefit of the citizens of Clearwater, in consideration of which the City and REH wish to amend the Lease to allow the City to enter into a Guarantee Agreement if requested, with REH and a lender for the purposes of financing, refinancing, renovation, modernization and expansion of the Premises subject to the City’s reasonable approval of the plans and proposals for any renovation, modernization, and expansion; such guarantee to be unconditional but limited to an amount not to exceed $1,000,000 (One Million Dollars) principal and interest inclusive; and NOW THEREFORE, it is agreed for the sum of One Hundred Dollars ($100) and other valuable considerations the receipt of which is hereby acknowledged, as follows: 1.Recitals. The recitals set forth above are true and correct and are incorporated herein by reference. 2.Paragraph 11 of the Lease is hereby amended to read as follows: [GM18-1801-136/215855/1] 11. Insurance. During the term hereof, RUTH ECKERD HALL shall maintain fire and extended coverage insurance on the Premises in an amount reasonably acceptable to City as further described below. REH shall maintain contents insurance upon itspersonal property located in the Premises. As required in the Easement Agreement between Clearwater Housing Authority, REH, and the City dated March 19, 2018, during the term hereof, REH shall maintain general liability insurance in the minimum amount of $2,000,000 per occurrence, and $5,000,000 in the aggregate, which amounts may be satisfied by an applicable umbrella liability policy. Such insurance shall be effected under valid and enforceable policies issued by financially responsible insurers which are subject to the service of legal process in the State of Florida and have a general policyholders rating of A- or better and a financial classification of VII or better, as classified and rated in the edition of Best's Key Rating Guide of Property and Liability Insurers most recently published by A. M. Best Company as of the date of issue of such policy or with an equivalent policyholders rating if the present rating and classification system utilized by the A. M. Best Company shall be changed or if such Key Rating Guide shall no longer be published. Evidence of the initial policies or renewal policies, as the case may be, required to be carried hereunder shall be delivered to Clearwater Housing Authority upon execution of this Agreement and thereafter not less than thirty (30) days prior to the expiration date of the expiring policy. Such insurance may be maintained under a blanket policy covering other properties. Such policies may not, without consent of Clearwater Housing Authority, include a "deductible" or self-insured retention limit in excess of $10,000. Such insurance shall name the City and Clearwater Housing Authority and Clearwater Housing Authority’s mortgagee (if Clearwater Housing Authority notifies City of the same) as additional insureds. 3.Paragraph 16 of the Lease, is amended to add paragraph (c) to read as follows: (c). The City will enter into a guarantee agreement in a form reasonably acceptable to the City, with REH and a lender or lenders pursuant to any financing, refinancing, renovation, modernization, or expansion subject to the city’s reasonable approval of any such transaction. Such guarantee will be unconditional but limited to a total amount of One Million Dollars ($1,000,000) principal and interest inclusive. Under no circumstance shall the City be obligated to enter into a [GM18-1801-136/215855/1] guarantee agreement until any previous guarantee agreements have been fully released. In the event REH defaults on any financing or refinancing and the city is required to pay under the terms of any Guarantee Agreement, the city will have no further obligation to guarantee any additional financing or refinancing. 4.Paragraph 25 of the Lease, is added to read as follows: 25. City contribution to Ruth Eckerd Hall Experience Premises Improvements. REH has requested and the City wishes to contribute certain funding for the Project known as Ruth Eckerd Hall Experience described in Exhibit “B” attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference, specifically those Project elements described in Exhibit “C” attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference. The disbursement of, and any continued funding for the Project herein, is subject to the following conditions precedent: (a)Upon receipt of documentation establishing satisfaction of the conditions precedent as required in by this paragraph, the City agrees to reimburse to REH funds in the sum not to exceed Three Million Dollars ($3,000,000.00), from legally available funds of the City, for specific improvements and enhancements shown on Exhibit C as follows: i.Payments shall be made in payments of not exceeding One Million Five Hundred Thousand Dollars and No Cents ($1,500,000.00) during the City’s 2018 fiscal year, One Million Dollars and No Cents ($1,00,000.00) during the City’s 2019 fiscal year and Five Hundred Thousand Dollars and No Cents ($500,000.00) during the City’s 2020 fiscal year. ii.Upon receipt of a payment request from REH to the City,the City shall make payment as provided herein. With such documentation as required herein.At a minimum,the payment request shall include documentation detailing (i)the work completed that REH is seeking reimbursement for;(ii)proof of payment for the work;(iii)a certification:from the either the contractor, design professional,or REH certifying the work has been completed and paid for before submittal of the payment request. [GM18-1801-136/215855/1] (b) City’s contributions of funds herein shall in no event exceed any amount agreed to herein and any and all excess Project costs are the sole responsibility of REH. (c) The Capital Project Funds shall be paid in accordance with section 218.70 et seq., Florida Statutes. The Local Government Prompt Payment Act.” (d) the REH shall: i.Manage, supervise, oversee, pay all costs and expenses related to, and be solely responsible for completing the Project including, but not limited to securing all permits and approvals required for the Project, contracting and/or subcontracting with all third parties necessary to complete the Project, and operating the project/facility. ii.Utilize all commercially reasonable efforts to complete the Project within the Project Budget on an agreed upon date, REH may elect to increase the Project Budget or any component part thereof with notice to the City and shall be solely responsible for the additional costs and expenses, including any cost overruns, on the Project. (e) Each of the following shall constitute an event of default (each, an "Event of Default") hereunder: i.A breach by REH of any material term, covenant, obligation or agreement under this Amendment, and the continuance of such breach for a period of thirty (30) days after written notice thereof shall have been given to REH, which will entitle the City to immediately exercise the available remedies; ii.REH’s voluntary filing of or consent to a petition under any bankruptcy, insolvency, or reorganization law, failure to secure the dismissal of an involuntary bankruptcy petition within 60 days of filing, or a determination by a court of competent jurisdiction that is insolvent and unable to pay its debts when due; iii.A payment request containing a material misrepresentation; iv.REH permanently ceases operations of the Capital Project or Facility during the Term. [GM18-1801-136/215855/1] v.REH fails to pay taxes and/or assessments, if any, when due. (f) Upon or at any time after the occurrence of an Event of Default which has not been cured if authorized herein: i.The Citymay withhold, temporarily or permanently, any or all unpaid portion of the Project Funds and/or may terminate this Agreement by giving thirty (30) calendar days’ notice to REH. At which point, the City shall then have no further funding obligation under this Agreement; ii.Additionally, the City may exercise any right, power, or remedy as provided in law or equity pursuant to Florida law. The Parties shall comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, rules and regulations, the federal and state constitutions, and the orders and decrees of any lawful authorities having jurisdiction over the matter at issue including but not limited to applicable public records laws. 5. Paragraph 26 of the Lease, is added to read as follows: Annual Commitment by The City. City agrees to provide annual funding to REH in the amount of Four Hundred Twenty Thousand Dollars ($420,000) for the purpose of Premises maintenance and improvements to include repairs, custodial labor, general maintenance, and asset and fixture replacements for the Premises including the structures, parking, drive way, and landscaping etc. Such contribution is subject to the terms and conditions of this section and applicable provisions of the lease. If the City determines that sufficient funds will not be available for such purposes in any year or years, then prior to July 1 of each year the City may by written notice to REH notify REH that no payment shall be made during such fiscal year. REH shall have the option to submit supplemental information or proposals to the City for consideration at the City’s budget hearings. Anything herein to the contrary notwithstanding, should the City give such notice with respect to particular fiscal year, the same shall not terminate this provision except as to the particular fiscal year with respect to which notice is given. In May of each year commencing in 2019, REH provide an annual report in writing to the City outlining the use of the City funds provided. 6. Paragraph 27 is added to read as follows: This Lease is not a general obligation of the City. It is understood that neither this Lease nor any representation by any City employee or officer creates any obligation to appropriate or make monies available for the purpose of the Lease [GM18-1801-136/215855/1] beyond the fiscal year in which this Lease is executed. No liability shall be incurred by the City, or any department, beyond the monies budgeted and available for this purpose. If funds are not appropriated by the City for any or all of this Lease, the City shall not be obligated to pay any sums provided pursuant to this Leasebeyond the portion for which funds are appropriated. The City agrees to promptly notify REH in writing at least fifteen (15) days prior to any public hearing related to the anticipated failure to appropriate funding as contemplated herein and notify REH in writing of such failure of appropriation. (a) The Parties agree that REH and its officers, agents, and employees, in performance of this Agreement, will act in the capacity of an independent contractor and not as an officer, employee, or agent of the City. REH agrees to take such steps as may be necessary to ensure that any third-party REH contracts with will be deemed to be an independent contractor and will not be considered or permitted to be an agent of the City. (b) REH has no authority to and shall not pledge the City’s credit or make the City a guarantor of payment or surety for any contract, debt, obligation, judgment lien, or any form of indebtedness. In no event shall either party be liable to the other (nor to any person claiming any right, title, or interest derived from, or as a successor to the agreement) for incidental, consequential, or special damages of any kind, including without limitation, lost profits, or loss of business arising out of this funding agreement irrespective of whether the parties have advance notice of the possibility of such damage; provided however, the foregoing limitation does not apply to the indemnification obligations. REMAINDER OF PAGE LEFT BLANK INTENTIONALLY 7. All other terms and conditions of the Lease and amendments shall remain in full force and effect. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement the day and year first above written. COUNTERSIGNED:CITY OF CLEARWATER [GM18-1801-136/215855/1] By: _______________________By: _____________________ George N. Cretekos William B. Horne, II Mayor City Manager APPROVED AS TO FORM:ATTEST: By: _______________________By:_________________________ Pamela K. Akin Rosemarie Call City Attorney City Clerk ATTEST:RUTH ECKERD HALL, INC. By: ________________________By: __________________________ Name:Zev Buffman President and CEO [GM18-1801-136/216443/1] TERMINATION OF FACILITY USE AGREEMENT This Termination is made and entered into this ______ day of ______________, 2018 (Effective Date”) by and between the CITY OF CLEARWATER, FLORIDA, a municipal corporation of the State of Florida, hereinafter "City" and Ruth Eckerd Hall, INC., a Florida not-for-profit corporation, hereinafter "REH" as successor in interest to PACT, INC (each individually referred to herein as “Party” or collectively as the “Parties”). WHEREAS, PACT was incorporated in 1978 for the sole purpose of acquiring,constructing,operating and maintaining a performing arts center [the "Facility"]in the City;and WHEREAS, incident to PACT constructing the Facility, and operating and maintaining the same, the City and PACT entered into an initial Facility Availability Agreement dated March 14, 1979,whichwascanceled andreplacedbythat Facility Use Agreement dated June 1, 1981, which was canceled and replaced by the Facility Use Agreement dated March 7, 2001 as amended on November 8, 2005; and WHEREAS, REH is in the process of conducting a fund-raising campaign to renovate, modernize and expand the Facility, to create the Ruth Eckerd Hall Experience; and WHEREAS, the parties wish to terminate the Facility Use Agreement and amend the Lease Agreement between the parties dated March 7, 2001 as the City has not needed to use the facility ;and to provide for an annual contribution to REH for maintenance of the Facility subject to the terms and conditions in the Second Amendment to Lease dated ,2018; and WHEREAS, REH has, and will continue to operate and maintain the Facility and the area generally for the citizens of Clearwater and for various community groups within the City ofClearwater; and WHEREAS,in consideration of the services and benefits provided by REH and to assure the continued high-quality maintenance of the City owned Facility, the City wishes to provide a subsidy from public funds in the Seconded Amended Lease Agreement;and NOW,THEREFORE,in consideration of the mutual promises herein contained,the City and PACT agree as follows: [GM18-1801-136/216443/1] 1.Recitals.The recitals set forth above are true and correct and are incorporated herein by reference. 2.That certain Facility Availability Agreement dated March 7, 2001 as amended on November 8, 2005,previously entered into between the City and PACT are terminated,canceled,null and void and of no further force and effect. IN WITNESS WHEREOF,the parties hereto have caused these presents to be executed the day and year first above written. COUNTERSIGNED:CITY OF CLEARWATER By: ____________________________By: __________________________ George N. Cretekos William B. Horne, II Mayor City Manager APPROVED AS TO FORM:ATTEST: By: ____________________________By: __________________________ Pamela K. Akin Rosemarie Call City Attorney City Clerk ATTEST:RUTH ECKERD HALL, INC. Successor in interest to PACT, INC. By: ____________________________By: __________________________ Name:Zev Buffman President and CEO LEGAL DESCRIPTION EXHIBIT “A” A PARCEL OF LAND LYING IN THE SOUTH 1/2 OF THE NORTH 1/2 OF SECTION 9 TOWNSHIP 29 SOUTH, RANGE 16 EAST, PINELLAS COUNTY, FLORIDA, AND BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 9 TOWNSHIP 29 SOUTH RANGE 16 EAST PINELLAS COUNTY FLORIDA; THENCE SOUTH 89°21'05" EAST, ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF DEL ORO GROVES, AS RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 12, PAGE 2, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF PINELLAS COUNTY, FLORIDA, A DISTANCE OF 477.16 FEET TO THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF LOT 21, .DEL ORO GROVES FIRST ADDITION, AS RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 69, PAGE 56 AND 57 OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF PINELLAS COUNTY, FLORIDA; THENCE ALONG THE WEST AND NORTH LINES OF SAID DEL ORO GROVES FIRST Addition THE FOLLOWING TEN (10) COURSES AND DISTANCES: 1. NORTH 00°16'15" EAST, 519.23 FEET: 2. SOUTH 89°19'45" EAST 118.80 FEET; 3. NORTH 00°29'45" WEST 79.68 FEET; 4. SOUTH 89°09'15" EAST 245.08 FEET: 5. NORTH 00°05'45" EAST, 129.43 FEET; 6. SOUTH 89°34'15" EAST, 60.45 FEET: 7. NORTH 00°10'15" WEST, 301.98 FEET; 8. SOUTH 89°17'15" EAST, 498.69 FEET: 9. NORTH 81°25'06" EAST, 479.63 FEET; 10. SOUTH 89°49'15" EAST, 251.76 FEET TO A POINT ON THE WEST LINE OF LOT 25, DEL ORO HEIGHTS, AS RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 54. PAGE 12, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF PINELLAS COUNTY, FLORIDA; THENCE ALONG THE WEST LINE OF SAID DEL ORO HEIGHTS SUBDIVISION, NORTH 00°04'50" EAST A DISTANCE OF 221.17 FEET TO THE NORTH LINE OF THE SOUTH 1/2 OF THE NORTH 1/2 OF SAID SECTION 9; THENCE NORTH 89°17'04" WEST ALONG SAID LINE, A DISTANCE OF 1514.66 FEET; THENCE LEAVING SAID LINE SOUTH 00°07'43" WEST A DISTANCE OF 64.54 FEET; THENCE NORTH 89°21'08" WEST A DISTANCE OF 320.00 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 00°07'43" WEST, A DISTANCE OF 50.00 FEET; THENCE NORTH 89°21'08" WEST A DISTANCE OF 290.00 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 00°07'34" WEST A DISTANCE OF 117 FEET MORE OR LESS TO THE CENTER OF ALLIGATOR CREEK, SAID POINT TO BE KNOWN AS POINT "A" FOR CONVENIENCE; RETURN THENCE TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE NORTH 89°21'05" WEST ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF DEL ORO ESTATES, AS RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 46, PAGE 29, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF PINELLAS COUNTY, FLORIDA, A DISTANCE OF 695.52 FEET; THENCE NORTH 00°07'00" EAST A DISTANCE OF 610.82 FEET; THENCE NORTH 89°18'29" WEST A DISTANCE OF 590.03 FEET TO THE EASTERLY RIGHT-OF- WAY LINE OF MCMULLEN BOOTH ROAD (S.R. 593) (A 100' R/W); THENCE NORTH 00°07'00" EAST ALONG SAID R/W LINE. A DISTANCE OF 60.00 FEET TO THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF KAPOK MANOR CONDOMINIUM VILLAGE ONE, AS RECORDED IN CONDOMINIUM PLAT BOOK 22, PAGES 48 THROUGH 51, INCLUSIVE, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF PINELLAS COUNTY, FLORIDA; THENCE SOUTH 89°18'29" EAST ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID CONDOMINIUM AND THE SOUTH LINE OF ONE KAPOK TERRACE, A CONDOMINIUM PHASE VI, AS RECORDED IN CONDOMINIUM PLAT BOOK 102. PAGES 8 THRU 10, INCLUSIVE, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF PINELLAS COUNTY, FLORIDA. A DISTANCE OF 1135.68 FEET; THENCE NORTH 00°07'00" EAST, A DISTANCE OF 60.00 FEET; THENCE NORTH 66°27'06" WEST, ALONG THE NORTHERLY LINE OF THE UNRECORDED ONE KAPOK TERRACE A CONDOMINIUM, PHASE VI l, A DISTANCE OF 267.83 FEET; THENCE NORTH 00°07'34" EAST, A DISTANCE OF 140 FEET MORE OR LESS TO THE CENTERLINE OF ALLIGATOR CREEK; THENCE EASTERLY AND NORTHERLY ALONG THE CENTERLINE OF ALLIGATOR CREEK AS IT WINDS AND TURNS TO THE AFOREMENTIONED POINT "A". EXHIBIT “B” RUTH ECKERD HALL REH is a donor-funded, nonprofit performing arts center and education institute. The facility, owned by the City of Clearwater, opened in 1983 and sits on a 34-acre campus, was designed by the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation. REH is known for its 2,180-seat auditorium and in 1992, it became the first performing arts center in Florida to be designated a major cultural institution by the State. Artists from U.S. and around the world, ranging from classical, rock, opera, Broadway, jazz, and pop, among others, comprise the annual line up of more than 300 performances, serving over 750,000 patrons. Compared to other performing arts centers, REH is special – it is an established institution in the State of Florida and has drawn millions of visitors and performers from around the world for several decades. It is well run and has made significant efforts to be a high performing asset for the City of Clearwater and the Tampa Bay region. Its proximity to Hillsborough and Pasco County, with outstanding road access, allows it to draw visitors from a wide regional catchment. REH established The Marcia P. Hoffman School of the Arts in 2003 and has since served more than 2.0 million students and adults. The School includes the 182-seat Murray Studio Theater, which is utilized for productions that work well in intimate settings and for smaller audiences, as well as master classes. RUTH ECKERD HALL EXPERIENCE EXPANSION Over the past three years, significant progress has been made towards improving the City owned REH facility. The final priority relates to the renovation and expansion of all patron service areas within the main facility, which houses the Main auditorium and 80 percent of all entertainment and food and beverage offerings, and will occur in two phases: PHASE 1 will address renovation of the Margarete Heye Great Room, the kitchen that currently supports all REH catering functions, and the Terrace adjacent to the Great Room. Grant funds will be used for this project. PHASE 2 will address the Lobby and patron service areas associated with the main auditorium. Construction of Phase 2 will begin upon the conclusion of Phase 1 and there is a visible need for the Phase 2 improvements. The building is nearly 33 years old, and as is playing to larger audiences than ever, selling more meals than ever, and providing parking to more vehicles. These must be made to the City owned facility in order to maintain REH’s competitive position in the marketplace and ensure its ongoing success. Exhibit C Penny IV-Eligible Projects in Ruth Eckerd Hall’s “Expanding the Experience” Capital Campaign Roadway/Parking Phase – ($2.4 MM project-City Portion $1 MM) Improvements to existing roadway, storm water drainage system, sidewalks and main parking lot, including construction of initial portions of retaining walls, walks, plaza and ramps Murray Theatre Phase – ($1.5 MM project-City Portion $1 MM) Renovation of REH’s Murray Theatre, a learning laboratory for students in REH’s education programs, and intimate performance venue Margarete Heye Great Room Phase – ($1.5 MM- City Portion $1 MM) Renovation of the Margarete Heye Great Room, REH’s primary rental space for community events and location of pre-show meals Cover Memo City of Clearwater City Hall 112 S. Osceola Avenue Clearwater, FL 33756 File Number: 18-07 Agenda Date: 3/1/2018 Status: City Manager ReportVersion: 1 File Type: ResolutionIn Control: Planning & Development Agenda Number: 9.5 SUBJECT/RECOMMENDATION: Establish a foreclosure policy to be included in City Council Policies, 32H, and adopt Resolution 18-07. SUMMARY: Based on direction received at the December 21, 2017 City Council meeting, staff has developed a foreclosure policy for Council’s consideration that provides flexibility to address a variety of situations. The policy is broad and stipulates that residential, commercial and vacant properties with significant code enforcement or other city liens may be considered for foreclosure. It would also allow the foreclosure of occupied properties and those with mortgages but would not allow those with homestead exemptions to be considered. Page 1 City of Clearwater Printed on 2/28/2018 Resolution No. 18-07 RESOLUTION NO. 18-07 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF CLEARWATER, FLORIDA, ADOPTING A “FORECLOSURE POLICY”; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. WHEREAS, the City has identified many properties within the City that are abandoned, vacant, and a blight to the City or have a large number of City liens recorded against them; and WHEREAS, the City has been exploring potential remedies for these properties; and WHEREAS, one remedy is the foreclosure of the City’s liens on these properties; and WHEREAS, the City Planning and Development Department has identified specific criteria to identify the problem properties that are good candidates for the foreclosure program; and WHEREAS, the City desires to adopt a policy to guide staff in resolving these problem properties; now, therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CLEARWATER, FLORIDA: Section 1.The City Council for the City of Clearwater, Florida adopts the attached “Land Development – H. Foreclosure Policy.” Section 2. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon adoption. PASSED AND ADOPTED this _______ day of _____________, 2018. ____________________________ George N. Cretekos Mayor Approved as to form: Attest: _______________________________________________________ Matt Smith Rosemarie Call Assistant City Attorney City Clerk Land Development (Cont.) F.Parks & Recreation Card to Annexing Property. Resident Parks & Recreation cards may be obtained by petitioners for annexation upon acceptance of the application. G.Waiver/reduction of liens. In order to encourage (re) development of properties for enhancement of property values and living conditions in the City, the following factors will be considered for requests for waivers/reductions of lot clearing, nuisance abatement, and/or unsafe structures/demolition liens. Whether the violation has been brought into compliance regarding the violation cited. Whether extreme or undue hardship is shown regarding payment of the lien and/or regarding coming into compliance with code requirements during the required time. Whether there are existing code violations on other properties owned by the violator or prospective purchaser. Whether there is a development or redevelopment proposal regarding the property which would result in improvement or upgrade of the property. Whether, given such a development or redevelopment plan, it would be impractical to take the compliance action directed by the City Council. Whether payment would hinder a proposed sale of the property. Whether an appraisal of the property, submitted by the applicant, demonstrates to the City that the cost of the lien has been absorbed. The amount of a lien will not be reduced below the amount representing administrative costs incurred by the city regarding the case. H.Foreclosure. In order to address blighted and vacant properties within the City, the following factors will be considered for utilization of the foreclosure process to put properties in the hands of new owners who will care for and use the property to promote economic development within the City. All properties are considered (commercial, residential, and vacant lots). Properties with mortgages are considered. Properties that are occupied are considered. Properties with significant code or other city liens are considered. Homestead exempted properties will not be considered. Once a property is selected and referred to the City Attorney for review, a demand letter may be sent to the property owner requesting payment of the liens in full prior to initiating a foreclosure action. If contact cannot be made, or payment is not received by the date indicated in the letter, the City Attorney shall seek authorization from the City Council to initiate a foreclosure action against the property. Re: 9.5 From: todd@pressmaninc.com [mailto:todd@pressmaninc.com] Sent: Thursday, March 1, 2018 10:32 AM To: Chase, Susan <Susan.Chase@myClearwater.com> Subject: Pressman: Tonite's Agenda/Item 9.5 Re: Agenda Item 9.5/Foreclosure Policy This is an ordinance and action by the City which is strongly supported. I would like to mention Mr. Tunis for his efforts to get this on the agenda and approved. As a former appointed code enforcement board member in Hillsborough County, and in personally handling many very difficult code enforcement cases in many jurisdictions throughout the Bay Area, I can tell you that this ordinance is a great tool for the right cases. Foreclosure, when used in the right manner, is a tremendous tool for code enforcement and absolutely does help solve the most difficult cases. From this point, I would request your attention, consideration and action under this new ordinance to the very long term pending code enforcement case located at the SEC Sunset Road and U.S. Highway 19. This property has accrued $302,000 in code enforcement fines to date - and the fines continue to mount. Thank you. Sent from my iPad Todd Pressman, President, Pressman & Associates, Inc. 334 East Lake Road, #102 Palm Harbor, FI. 34685 Ph. 727-804-1760, Fx. 1-888-977-1179 Email: Todd@Pressmaninc.com WWW.Pressmaninc.com CAUTION!: The approvals that Pressman & Associates, Inc. gains are only a small part of the development process for any project. Following the work you have hired Pressman & Associates, Inc. for, you will have further reviews and approvals for such things, for example, as permits, site plan approvals, project reviews, certifications, other agency reviews and approvals, engineering, etc., at the City, County, State and possible Federal levels. Any approvals gained by Pressman & Associates, Inc., is NOT an approval or entitlement or government acceptance or permission to start any project.