02/21/2019 City Council Meeting Minutes February 21, 2019
City of Clearwater
Main Library- Council Chambers
100 N. Osceola Avenue
Clearwater, FL 33755
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Meeting Minutes
Thursday, February 21, 2019
6:00 PM
Council Chambers - Main Library
City Council
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Roll Call
Present: 5 - Mayor George N. Cretekos, Councilmember Jay Polglaze,
Councilmember Hoyt Hamilton, Vice Mayor Bob Cundiff and
Councilmember David Allbritton
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 & Legislative Services Coordinator.
To provide continuity for research, items are listed in agenda order although not
necessarily discussed in that order.
1. Call to Order— Mayor Cretekos
The meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m.in Council Chambers at the
Main Library.
2. Invocation — Pastor Jeremy Westbrook from Calvary Baptist Church
3. Pledge of Allegiance — Councilmember Allbritton
4. Special recognitions and Presentations (Proclamations, service awards, or other
special recognitions. Presentations by governmental agencies or groups providing
formal updates to Council will be limited to ten minutes.) — Given.
4.1 Service Award
The January 2019 Employee of the Month Award was presented to Officer
Joel Delatorre-Castellanos, Police Department.
4.2 Legislative Update - The Honorable Charlie Crist, U.S. Representative
5. Approval of Minutes
5.1 Approve the minutes of the February 7, 2019 City Council Meeting as submitted in written
summation by the City Clerk.
Vice Mayor Cundiff moved to approve the minutes of the
February 7, 2019 City Council Meeting as submitted in written
summation by the City Clerk. The motion was duly seconded and
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carried unanimously.
6. Citizens to be heard re items not on the agenda — None.
7. Consent Agenda — Approved as submitted.
7.1 Approve a Facility Encroachment Agreement with CSX Transportation, Inc. for the
installation of an underground natural gas main in the CSX right-of-way and authorize the
appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
7.2 Approve a Services Agreement and Purchase Order, in the annual amount of$200,000
with Heath Consultants, Inc., to provide Leak/Corrosion surveys and meter maintenance
and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
7.3 Approve an increase to Purchase Order No. 18001102 with Ultimate CNG, LLC in the
amount of$84,800, for the period March 2, 2019 through March 29, 2019, to provide
mobile compressed natural gas services at the Clearwater natural gas filling station and
authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
7.4 Approve a License Agreement between the Rogers Blue Jays Baseball Partnership and
the City of Clearwater to use Jack Russell Stadium during the Class A Dunedin Blue Jays
season, April 7, 2019 through September 1, 2019, and authorize the appropriate officials
to execute same. (consent)
7.5 Approve two alternative sculptures for Sculpture 360: Season IX-Art in the Cleveland
Street District and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
7.6 Approve the Contract for Sale of Real Property between the City of Clearwater and
Jeannie M Zimmerman and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same, together
with all other instruments required to affect closing. (consent)
7.7 Approve an Easement Termination and Release of a City of Clearwater Gas Line
Easement located in the City of Largo as Recorded in Official Records Book 3432, Page
446 of the Public Records of Pinellas County, FL and authorize the appropriate officials
to execute same. (consent)
7.8 Approve the conveyance of a Distribution Easement to Duke Energy for the installation
and maintenance of a new power line and electric facilities for City of Clearwater property
at 1700 N Belcher Avenue and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same.
(consent)
7.9 Approve the conveyance of a Distribution Easement to Duke Energy for the installation
and maintenance of a new power line and electrical facilities for City of Clearwater
property at 1550 N Arcturus Avenue and authorize the appropriate officials to execute
same. (consent)
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7.10Approve the conveyance of a Distribution Easement to Duke Energy for the installation
and maintenance of a new transformer, power line and electrical facilities for City of
Clearwater property at Ruth Eckerd Hall and authorize the appropriate officials to execute
same. (consent)
7.11Approve a License Agreement between PSTA and the City of Clearwater for a Beach
Transit Stop located within the Beach Marina Parking Lot and authorize the appropriate
officials to execute same. (consent)
7.12Approve Clearwater Ferry Services Inc. (CFS) 2019 Spring Break Water Taxi Agreement
and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
7.13Authorize the purchase and/or rental of generators and transfer switches, replacement
parts, and services, for an annual not-to exceed amount of$1,000,000 ($300,000
Building and Maintenance and $700,000 Public Utilities) through March 2021, in
accordance with City Code of Ordinances Section 2.564(1)(d) Other Government Entities
Bids, and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
Councilmember 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 a Future Land Use Map Amendment from the Institutional (1) category to the
Residential Urban (RU) category for 4.88 acres of property located at 1625 Union Street
and pass Ordinance 9224-19 on first reading. (LUP2018-11006)
This Future Land Use Map amendment involves a 4.88-acre property on the
south side of Union Street approximately '/2 mile east of North Highland Avenue.
The parcel is currently owned by Union Place, LLC which purchased the
property in September 2018; however, the property is still being used as a place
of worship by Mt. Zion United Methodist Church. The applicant is requesting to
amend the Future Land Use Map designation from Institutional (1) to Residential
Urban (RU). The applicant has submitted a Zoning Atlas amendment
(REZ2018-11004) which is being processed concurrently with this case.
The proposed Residential Urban (RU) category allows primarily urban low
density residential and residential equivalent uses and would permit
development at a density of 7.5 dwelling units per acre. The requested
amendment would allow the property to be redeveloped as a single-family
subdivision. The applicant has submitted a preliminary plat for 27 lots
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(PLT2019-01001) which would be fewer lots than the maximum allowed under
the proposed future land use category. The preliminary plat application is
currently being reviewed by the Development Review Committee.
The Planning and Development Department determined that the proposed
Future Land Use Map amendment is consistent with the provisions of the
Clearwater Community Development Code as specified below:
• The proposed amendment will further implementation of the
Comprehensive Plan consistent with the goals, policies and objectives
contained in the Plan.
• The proposed amendment is not inconsistent with other provisions of
the Comprehensive Plan.
• The available uses are appropriate to the property in question and
compatible with existing and planned uses in the area.
• Sufficient public facilities are available to serve the property.
• The proposed amendment will not have an adverse impact on the
natural environment.
• The proposed amendment will not have an adverse impact on the use of
property in the immediate area.
In accordance with the Countywide Plan Rules, this land use plan amendment
is subject to the approval of Forward Pinellas, in its role as the Pinellas Planning
Council, and the Board of County Commissioners acting as the Countywide
Planning Authority. The application is a small-scale amendment so review and
approval by the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity and other state
agencies is not required.
The Community Development Board reviewed this application at its January 15,
2019 public hearing and made a unanimous recommendation of approval to the
Council.
Councilmember Allbritton moved to approve a Future Land Use
Map Amendment from the Institutional (1) category to the
Residential Urban (RU) category for 4.88 acres of property
located at 1625 Union Street. The motion was duly seconded and
carried unanimously.
Ordinance 9224-19 was presented and read by title only.
Councilmember Polglaze moved to pass Ordinance 9224-19 on
first reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call,
the vote was:
Ayes: 5 - Mayor Cretekos, Councilmember Polglaze, Councilmember Hamilton,
Vice Mayor Cundiff and Councilmember Allbritton
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8.2 Approve the annexation, initial Future Land Use Map designation of Residential Low (RL)
and initial Zoning Atlas designation of Low Medium Density Residential (LMDR) District
for 3041 Grandview Avenue, 510 Moss Avenue and 3025 Merrill Avenue, and pass
Ordinances 9232-19, 9233-19 and 9234-19 on first reading. (ANX2018-12024)
These voluntary annexation petitions involve 1.052 acres of property consisting
of three parcels of land occupied by single family homes. The parcels are
located generally north of Drew Street, south of SR 590, and within '/4 mile west
of McMullen Booth Road. The applicants are requesting annexation in order to
receive sanitary sewer service from the City and have been connected to the
city sanitary sewer as part of the Kapok Terrace Sanitary Sewer Extension
Project. The properties are located within an enclave and are contiguous to
existing city limits along at least one boundary. It is proposed that the properties
be assigned a Future Land Use Map designation of Residential Low (RL) and be
assigned a Zoning Atlas designation of Low Medium Density Residential
(LMDR).
The Planning and Development Department determined that the proposed
annexations are consistent with the provisions of Clearwater Community
Development Code Section 4-604.E as follows:
• The properties currently receive water service from the City. Collection
of solid waste will be provided to the properties by the City. The
applicants have paid the required sewer impact fee in full and have been
connected to the city's sewer system. The properties are located within
Police District III and service will be administered through the district
headquarters located at 2851 N. McMullen Booth Road. Fire and
emergency medical services will be provided to these properties by
Station 49 located at 565 Sky Harbor Drive. The City has adequate
capacity to serve these properties with sanitary sewer, solid waste,
police, fire and EMS service. The proposed annexations will not have an
adverse effect on public facilities and their levels of service; and
• The proposed annexations are consistent with and promote the following
objectives and policy of the Clearwater Comprehensive Plan:
Objective A.6.4 Due to the built-out character of the City of
Clearwater, compact urban development within the urban
service area shall be promoted through application of the
Clearwater Community Development Code.
Objective A.7.2 Diversify and expand the City's tax base through
the annexation of a variety of land uses located within the
Clearwater Planning Area.
Policy A.7.2.3 Continue to process voluntary annexations for
single-family residential properties upon request.
• The proposed Residential Low (RL) Future Land Use Map category to
be assigned to all properties is consistent with the Countywide Plan
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designation. This designation primarily permits residential uses at a
density of 5 units per acre. The proposed zoning district to be assigned
to all properties is Low Medium Density Residential (LMDR). The use of
the subject properties is consistent with the uses allowed in the District
and the properties exceed the District's minimum dimensional
requirements. The proposed annexations are therefore consistent with
the Countywide Plan and the City's Comprehensive Plan and
Community Development Code; and
• The properties proposed for annexation are contiguous to existing city
limits along at least one boundary; therefore, the annexations are
consistent with Florida Statutes Chapter 171.044.
Vice Mayor Cundiff moved to approve the annexation, initial
Future Land Use Map designation of Residential Low (RL) and
initial Zoning Atlas designation of Low Medium Density
Residential (LMDR) District for 3041 Grandview Avenue, 510 Moss
Avenue and 3025 Merrill Avenue. The motion was duly seconded
and carried unanimously.
Ordinance 9232-19 was presented and read by title only.
Councilmember Hamilton moved to pass Ordinance 9232-19 on
first reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call,
the vote was:
Ayes: 5 - Mayor Cretekos, Councilmember Polglaze, Councilmember Hamilton,
Vice Mayor Cundiff and Councilmember Allbritton
Ordinance 9233-19 was presented and read by title only.
Councilmember Allbritton moved to pass Ordinance 9233-19 on
first reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call,
the vote was:
Ayes: 5 - Mayor Cretekos, Councilmember Polglaze, Councilmember Hamilton,
Vice Mayor Cundiff and Councilmember Allbritton
Ordinance 9234-19 was presented and read by title only.
Councilmember Polglaze moved to pass Ordinance 9234-19 on
first reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call,
the vote was:
Ayes: 5 - Mayor Cretekos, Councilmember Polglaze, Councilmember Hamilton,
Vice Mayor Cundiff and Councilmember Allbritton
8.3 Approve the annexation, initial Future Land Use Map designation of Residential Urban
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(RU) and initial Zoning Atlas designation of Low Medium Density Residential (LMDR)
District for 1300 Idlewild Drive and pass Ordinances 9229-19, 9230-19, and 9231-19 on
first reading. (ANX2018-12023)
This voluntary annexation petition involves 0.325 acres of property consisting of
one parcel of vacant land. The parcel is located on the northeast corner of the
intersection of Idlewild Drive and North Betty Lane, approximately 620 feet south
of Union Street. The applicant is requesting annexation in order to receive
sanitary sewer and solid waste service from the City. The property is
contiguous to existing city limits to the north, south, east and west. It is
proposed that the property be assigned a Future Land Use Map designation of
Residential Urban (RU) and be assigned a Zoning Atlas designation of Low
Medium Density Residential (LMDR).
The Planning and Development Department determined that the proposed
annexation is consistent with the provisions of Clearwater Community
Development Code Section 4-604.E as follows:
• The property currently receives water service from Pinellas County. The
closest sanitary sewer lines are located in the adjacent Idlewild Drive
and N. Betty Lane rights-of-way. The applicant has paid the required
sewer impact and assessment fees in full and is aware of the additional
costs to extend to the City's sewer main. Collection of solid waste will be
provided to the property by the City. The property is located within Police
District II and service will be administered through the district
headquarters located at 645 Pierce Street. Fire and emergency medical
services will be provided to this property by Station 51 located at 1720
Overbrook Avenue. The City has adequate capacity to serve this
property with sanitary sewer, solid waste, police, fire and EMS service.
The property will continue to receive water service from Pinellas County.
The proposed annexation will not have an adverse effect on public
facilities and their levels of service; and
• The proposed annexation is consistent with and promotes the following
objectives and policy of the Clearwater Comprehensive Plan:
Objective A.6.4 Due to the built-out character of the City of
Clearwater, compact urban development within the urban
service area shall be promoted through application of the
Clearwater Community Development Code.
Objective A.7.2 Diversify and expand the City's tax base through
the annexation of a variety of land uses located within the
Clearwater Planning Area.
Policy A.7.2.3 Continue to process voluntary annexations for
single-family residential properties upon request.
• The proposed Residential Urban (RU) Future Land Use Map category to
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be assigned to the property is consistent with the Countywide Plan
designation. This designation primarily permits residential uses at a
density of 7.5 units per acre. The proposed zoning district to be
assigned to the property is Low Medium Density Residential (LMDR).
The subject property is currently vacant, and any future development
must be consistent with the uses allowed in the District and meet the
District's minimum dimensional requirements. The proposed annexation
is therefore consistent with the Countywide Plan and the City's
Comprehensive Plan and Community Development Code; and
• The property proposed for annexation is contiguous to existing city limits
to the north, south, east and west; therefore, the annexation is
consistent with Florida Statutes Chapter 171.044.
Vice Mayor Cundiff moved to approve the annexation, initial
Future Land Use Map designation of Residential Urban (RU) and
initial Zoning Atlas designation of Low Medium Density
Residential (LMDR) District for 1300 Idlewild Drive. The motion
was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
Ordinance 9229-19 was presented and read by title only.
Councilmember Hamilton moved to pass Ordinance 9229-19 on
first reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call,
the vote was:
Ayes: 5 - Mayor Cretekos, Councilmember Polglaze, Councilmember Hamilton,
Vice Mayor Cundiff and Councilmember Allbritton
Ordinance 9230-19 was presented and read by title only.
Councilmember Allbritton moved to pass Ordinance 9230-19 on
first reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call,
the vote was:
Ayes: 5 - Mayor Cretekos, Councilmember Polglaze, Councilmember Hamilton,
Vice Mayor Cundiff and Councilmember Allbritton
Ordinance 9231-19 was presented and read by title only.
Councilmember Polglaze moved to pass Ordinance 9231-19 on
first reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote
was:
Ayes: 5 - Mayor Cretekos, Councilmember Polglaze, Councilmember Hamilton,
Vice Mayor Cundiff and Councilmember Allbritton
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9. Quasi-Judicial Public Hearings
9.1 Approve a Zoning Atlas Amendment from the Institutional (1) District to the Low Medium
Density Residential (LMDR) District for 4.88 acres of property located at 1625 Union
Street and pass Ordinance 9225-19 on first reading. (REZ2018-11004)
This Zoning Atlas amendment involves a 4.88-acre property on the south side of
Union Street approximately 1/2 mile east of North Highland Avenue. The parcel is
currently owned by Union Place, LLC which purchased the property in
September 2018; however, the property is still being used as a place of worship
by Mt. Zion United Methodist Church. The applicant is requesting to rezone the
property from the Institutional (1) District to the Low Medium Density Residential
(LMDR) District. The applicant has submitted a Future Land Use Map
amendment (LUP2018-11006) which is being processed concurrently with this
case.
The proposed Low Medium Density Residential (LMDR) District is compatible
with the surrounding zoning districts and single family uses that exist in the
vicinity of the subject property. The requested amendment would allow the
property to be redeveloped as a single-family subdivision. The applicant has
submitted a preliminary plat for 27 lots (PLT2019-01001) which is currently
being reviewed by the Development Review Committee.
The Planning and Development Department determined that the proposed
Zoning Atlas amendment is consistent with the Clearwater Community
Development Code as specified below:
• The proposed amendment is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan
and the Community Development Code.
• The proposed amendment is compatible with the surrounding property
and character of the neighborhood.
• The available uses in the Low Medium Density Residential (LMDR)
District are compatible with the surrounding area.
• The proposed amendment will not adversely or unreasonably affect the
use of other property in the area.
• The proposed amendment will not adversely burden public facilities,
including the traffic-carrying capacities of streets, in an unreasonably or
disproportionate manner; and
• The proposed Low Medium Density Residential (LMDR) District
boundaries are appropriately drawn in regard to location and
classification of streets, ownership lines, existing improvements, and the
natural environment.
The Community Development Board reviewed this application at its January 15,
2019 public hearing and made a unanimous recommendation of approval to the
Council.
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Vice Mayor Cundiff moved to approve a Zoning Atlas Amendment
from the Institutional (1) District to the Low Medium Density
Residential (LMDR) District for 4.88 acres of property located at
1625 Union Street. The motion was duly seconded and carried
unanimously.
Ordinance 9225-19 was presented and read by title only.
Councilmember Hamilton moved to pass Ordinance 9225-19 on
first reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call,
the vote was:
Ayes: 5 - Mayor Cretekos, Councilmember Polglaze, Councilmember Hamilton,
Vice Mayor Cundiff and Councilmember Allbritton
10. City Manager Reports
10.1Award a contract to SunTrust Equipment Finance and Leasing Corp. to provide a
$36,650,000 line of credit to finance planned lease purchases of equipment acquired in
the five fiscal years starting October 1, 2018, authorize the appropriate officials to
execute the same and adopt Resolution 19-04.
The current agreement with Mears Motor Leasing expired September 31, 2018.
The City solicited proposals (RFP 30-18) for lease purchase (installment sale)
financing for the next five fiscal years (2019-2023). We received two responsive
proposals, SunTrust Equipment Finance & Leasing Corp. and The Bancorp
Bank/dba Mears Motor Leasing. The selection committee has reviewed these
proposals comparing interest rates and terms. The committee determined the
proposal offering the most advantageous combination of rates and terms for the
City was submitted by SunTrust Equipment Finance & Leasing Corp. and
recommends the Council approve the proposal submitted by SunTrust. The
interest rates applicable to each draw will be determined by the following
formulas based on the rates for three and five year Treasury Constant Maturity
notes as published weekly in the Federal Reserve Statistical Release H.15.
3 Year Amortization Draws: 104.16% of the 3-Year Treasury Constant Maturity
rate
5 Year Amortization Draws: 105.93% of the 5-Year Treasury Constant Maturity
rate
For example, if at the time of financing the 3-year CMT were 2.65%, the rate the
City would be charged by SunTrust for a three-year financing would be 2.76%
(1.0416 X 2.65%).
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With the exception of items that have a three-year useful life such as computer
hardware/software and police pursuit vehicles, lease purchases will be on a
five-year amortization.
The contract has a term of five years with the option for renewal as mutually
agreed to by both parties.
Approval of this item does not represent a commitment to borrow. Decisions to
lease purchase specific items of equipment must be budgeted for and approved
by Council.
In response to a question, Controller Clem Vericker said the purchases
are in the capital improvement program for the replacement of obsolete
or worn out vehicles, as well as major heavy equipment.
Councilmember Allbritton moved to award a contract to SunTrust
Equipment Finance and Leasing Corp. to provide a $36,650,000
line of credit to finance planned lease purchases of equipment
acquired in the five fiscal years starting October 1, 2018,
authorize the appropriate officials to execute the same. The
motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
Resolution 19-04 was presented and read by title only.
Councilmember Polglaze moved to adopt Resolution 19-04. The
motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
Ayes: 5 - Mayor Cretekos, Councilmember Polglaze, Councilmember Hamilton,
Vice Mayor Cundiff and Councilmember Allbritton
10.2Approve a Non-Exclusive License Agreement between the City of Clearwater and Sand
Runners, LLC on a trial basis from March 2, 2019 through September 2, 2019 to provide
beach gear valet service for beach visitors and authorize the appropriate officials to
execute same. (consent)
This Agreement is for a six-month pilot program for the limited purpose of
providing beach gear valet service to the residents, tourists, and visitors to the
city.
Staff is determining if there is a public benefit to offering services for the valet of
beach gear included but not limited to beach chairs, bags, coolers, inflatables,
umbrellas, and tents.
Sand Runners, LLC will be granted permission to provide, install, and offer the
beach gear valet services at Beach Parking Lot#36 located at 4 Rockaway
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Street, Clearwater, FL. They will pay a license fee of$5,687.50 to the City in
monthly installments of$947.92 plus applicable sales tax.
The cost for this service is established at a one-way fee of$10 per vehicle or a
round trip fee of$15 per vehicle for beach gear valet services.
At the end of the trial period, staff will evaluate the results and viability of
possibly continuing the service and will bring back a new agreement for
Council's consideration.
In response to questions, Parks and Recreation Director Kevin Dunbar
said the service will be exclusive to the one lot. The agreement does not
include any language that would suggest the service will be expanded. If
the City determines the pilot program is not working, the agreement can
be terminated. Sand Runners representative Ryan Barca said the
proposed concierge service assists individuals coming to the beach, who
are not staying at a hotel, with hauling their personal items to their
desired beach spot. Employees direct individuals where to rent beach
chairs and to eat. He said the company is the first of its kind to offer
beach concierge services in Treasure Island. Mr. Barca said employees
do not roam the area seeking customers or handout flyers. The company
is seeking to expand their services in Treasure Island to include rental
services for cellphone chargers, carts and phone cases. The valet stand
includes a podium, 2 signs and a tent with logo. Sand Runners
representative Spencer Labarbera said the services target families, who
carry several items for a day at the beach.
In response to a concern, the City Attorney said the 5-day termination
clause is for the City. Mr. Dunbar said Sand Runners is obligated to provide
the service for the 6-month period. The agreement allows for a maximum
of two employees.
Discussion ensued regarding wheelchair access. Mr. Dunbar said the
City provides wheelchair access at Tower Zero (Pier 60), three wheelchairs
are available for checkout. Mr. Barca said Sand Runners would like to
provide wheelchair access at no charge if it can be mutually agreed
upon. The City Attorney said authorizing Sand Runners to provide that
service would require that the agreement be amended. Staff was directed
to amend the agreement to allow one wheelchair and to allow Sand
Runners to provide the service free of charge.
In response to a question, Mr. Dunbar said if the pilot program is
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successful, the City would issue an RFP with scope of services. The City
Attorney said the agreement allows one location, two employees, two
carts and two signs.
Vice Mayor Cundiff moved to approve a Non-Exclusive License
Agreement between the City of Clearwater and Sand Runners,
LLC on a trial basis from March 2, 2019 through September 2,
2019 to provide beach gear valet service for beach visitors and
authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. The motion
was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
10.3Ratify and confirm an increase to Contract No. 900109 with Quorum Services LLC of
Tampa, FI in the amount of$62,261.00 for period January 1, 2018 through December 31,
2018, authorize an increase of$125,000.00 for period January 1, 2019 through
December 31, 2019 for inspection services and authorize the appropriate officials to
execute same.
Quorum Services LLC of Tampa, FL is currently providing inspection services
for the Building Construction Services division of the Planning & Development
Department. As the result of the bid process, this contract was originally
approved by City Council in February 2017, in the amount of$400,000 to be split
with a second contractor Joe Payne, Inc. with two, one-year extension options
at the City's discretion. In December 2018, the City Manager approved an
increase of$40,000 to cover a high volume of inspections. A second increase
of$62,261 was approved by the City Manager in January 2019 -to be ratified
and confirmed in this action.
Due to an increasing demand for services, the Planning & Development
requests an increase of$125,000.00 of contract number 900109 to Quorum
Services LLC of Tampa, FI, to provide additional contract inspection and plan
review staff for the current contract term of January 1, 2019 through December
31, 2019.
All staff must possess the appropriate State of Florida DBPR license. City staff
manages the daily inspection requests and plans review needs, contacting the
companies to request and make available licensed professional inspectors as
needed to maintain customer service levels. Inspections are promised the next
business day and plan reviews have been expedited as well. To maintain these
city goals, it is necessary to engage these vendors to keep business timely.
APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT:
Funds are available in cost code 0101420-530300 (Contractual Services) and
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Special Program 98609, Foreclosure Registry - Nuisance Abatement, to fund
this contract increase.
Councilmember Hamilton moved to ratify and confirm an increase
to Contract No. 900109 with Quorum Services LLC of Tampa, FI
in the amount of $62,261.00 for period January 1, 2018 through
December 31, 2018, authorize an increase of $125,000.00 for
period January 1, 2019 through December 31, 2019 for inspection
services and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same.
The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
11. City Attorney Reports — None.
12. Closing comments by Councilmembers (limited to 3 minutes)
Vice Mayor Cundiff said he is blessed to have been able to teach at some
great institutions including St. Petersburg College and is celebrating 50 years
of teaching.
Councilmember Allbritton said Spring Training is right around the comer.
Councilmember Polglaze said the demolition of the Harborview Center
shows signs of forward progress in downtown and focus should also to be
on the removal of the old City Hall.
13. Closing Comments by Mayor
14. Adjourn
Mayor Cretekos reviewed recent and upcoming events.
The meeting adjourned at 7:11 p.m.
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