08/20/2020 City Council Meeting Minutes August 20, 2020
City of Clearwater
Main Library- Council Chambers
100 N. Osceola Avenue
Clearwater, FL 33755
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Meeting Minutes
Thursday, August 20, 2020
6:00 PM
Main Library - Council Chambers
City Council
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To ensure public safety and comply with the Governor's Safer at Home order in response to the
COVID-19 virus, the Clearwater City Council will hold a public meeting on Thursday, August 20, 2020 at
6:00 p.m. using communications media technology.
Pursuant to Executive Order No. 20-69, issued by the Office of Governor Ron DeSantis on March 20,
2020, municipalities may conduct meetings of their governing boards without having a quorum of its
members present physically or at any specific location, and utilizing communications media technology
such as telephonic or video conferencing, as provided by Section 120.54(5)(b)2, Florida Statutes.
Roll Call
Present: 5 - Mayor Frank Hibbard, Councilmember Hoyt Hamilton, Vice Mayor
David Allbritton, Councilmember Mark Bunker and Councilmember
Kathleen Beckman
Also Present: William B. Horne II — City Manager, Micah Maxwell —Assistant City
Manager, Michael Delk—Assistant City Manager, Pamela K. Akin City
Attorney, Rosemarie Call — City Clerk, and Nicole Sprague — Deputy
City Clerk.
To provide continuity for research, items are listed in agenda order although not
necessarily discussed in that order.
1. Call to Order— Mayor Hibbard
The meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. via communications media
technology.
2. Invocation — Rev. Curtis Paige from Heritage United Methodist Church
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.) — Given.
4.1 General Federation of Women's Club Day Proclamation, August 26, 2020 — Susan Luce,
Suzanne Pascarella and Heidi Blaine Hadburg — Local Chapter Presidents
5. Approval of Minutes
5.1 Approve the minutes of the August 6, 2020 City Council Meeting Minutes as submitted in
written summation by the City Clerk.
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Councilmember Hamilton move to approve the minutes of the
August 6, 2020 City Council Meeting Minutes 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
Scott Souza thanked Lina Teixeira for all of her efforts for the small
businesses in the area and in Downtown, Ms. Teixeira is the Downtown
Clearwater Merchants Association's new Government Liaison. He said
the businesses on the 400 and 500 block of Cleveland Street are doing
well since the street has been closed to vehicular traffic. The Merchants
Association have created a new marketing strategy that emphasizes
outdoor dining with live music and beautiful views to the water. The
strategy creates a new identify for downtown as The District.
Carolyn Bradham thanked the City for extending the Cleveland Street
closure through January 14, 2021 and the restaurant voucher program.
Lisa Lanza has enjoyed the Cleveland Street closure and restaurant
voucher program.
Marti Marshall read an excerpt of the Florida Constitution, Article 1 -
Sections 3-7.
Michael Cortsum expressed concerns with the design renovations at
Crest Lake Park and requested consideration to delay Saturday's
scheduled opening for four weeks until the new sod takes root. He also
suggested moving the trash cans outside of the current location.
Bill Jonson expressed concerns with the median landscaping
maintenance along Gulf to Bay Boulevard and requested consideration
to prioritizing the landscaping.
Elizabeth Davis submitted an eComment regarding Imagine Clearwater
that was read into the record by the City Clerk (see page 16).
7. Consent Agenda Approved as submitted, less Item 7.9.
7.1 Approve the proposed sculptures and alternate for Sculpture360: Season X for a total
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cost of$9,000.00. (consent)
7.2 Authorize staff to enroll in Duke Energy Florida's Clean Energy Connection Program.
(consent)
7.3 Authorize a purchase order to Southeastern Surfaces and Equipment of New Smyrna
Beach, Florida in an amount not to exceed $189,750.55, which includes a 10%
contingency, to provide and install gymnasium equipment and replace and repair flooring
at the Long Center and Countryside Recreation Center gymnasiums, pursuant to
Clearwater Code of Ordinances Section 2.564 (1)(d) Cooperative Contracts and
authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
7.4 Approve a proposal by Construction Manager at Risk Certus Builders of Bristol, Florida,
in the amount of$223,812.93 for the renovation and construction of Phase 11 restroom
expansion at Barefoot Beach House located on south beach at 332 S. Gulfview
Boulevard and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
7.5 Approve a lease agreement between the InterCultural Advocacy Institute, Inc. and the City
of Clearwater for the premises located at 612 Franklin Street, Clearwater, Florida, for a
period commencing November 1, 2020 and terminating on October 31, 2023, and
authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
7.6 Approve a purchase agreement with Inventech Marine Solution, of Bremerton, WA, in the
amount of$181,526 for a 27-foot police patrol vessel, engines, and trailer, in accordance
with Clearwater Code of Ordinances Section 2.564(1)(d) Other Government Entities
Bids; declare surplus and authorize for disposal at auction G3782 and G3783, being
replaced in accordance with Clearwater Code of Ordinances Section 2.622; and
authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
7.7 Approve Engineer of Record (EOR) Work Order to McKim and Creed, Inc., in the amount
of$201,910.50 for the Northeast (NE) Water Reclamation Facility (WRF) Motor Control
Center-1 (MCC-1) and Distribution Centers 1 and 2 (DC-1 and DC-2) Replacement
(17-0028-UT) and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
7.8 Approve Engineer of Record (EOR) Work Order to Hazen and Sawyer, in the amount of
$189,024.00, for the Chemical Storage and Handling project (19-0034-UT) and authorize
the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
7.9 Approve the final plat for Union Place Replat, 1625 Union Street, located east of Highland
Avenue and west of Keene Road. (consent)
See below.
7.10Approve the Pinellas County Technical Rescue Team Agreement (extension) with
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Pinellas County and the City of Clearwater for one additional one-year term extending
until September 30, 2021 and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same.
(consent)
7.11Approve the Federally-Funded Subaward and Grant Agreement for public assistance
support for COVID-19 expenditures and authorize the City Manager or designee to enter
into, approve, and execute same and any future modifications for COVID-19
expenditures. (consent)
7.12Authorize the award of Invitation to Bid 38-20 Antiscalant to American Water Chemicals,
Inc. of Plant City, FL in an annual not-to-exceed amount of$65,000, with the option for
two, one-year extensions at the City's discretion, 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.
7.9Approve the final plat for Union Place Replat, 1625 Union Street, located east of Highland
Avenue and west of Keene Road. (consent)
This plat will create 30 single family residential lots, adding 3 lots to the currently
plated subdivision. The project site consists of 5.34 acres M.O.L.
The Replat was approved through the Development Review Committee on
January 2nd, 2020.
One individual submitted an eComment questioning the use of the 2005
FEMA flood insurance rate map as a reference document.
Engineering Assistant Director Elliot Shoberg said the FEMA maps were last
updated in 2005. FEMA is the regulatory authority on the maps.
In response to a question, Mr. Shoberg said FEMA has been working on
updating the coastal zone maps for approximately five years, FEMA has
been working on the maps in question for approximately seven years.
Staff is waiting for FEMA to update the maps.
Councilmember Hamilton moved to approve the final plat for
Union Place Replat, 1625 Union Street, located east of Highland
Avenue and west of Keene Road. The motion was duly seconded
and carried unanimously.
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8. City Manager Reports
8.1 Accept a Gas Utility Easement from VMR Development, LLC, for the construction,
installation, and maintenance of gas utility facilities on real property located at 3139 Little
Road, FL and adopt Resolution 20-34.
VMR DEVELOPMENT, LLC (Grantor) has granted a non-exclusive five-foot
wide natural gas easement, on property located on the southwest corner Little
Road and State Road 54, in Pasco County for the installation of a natural gas
distribution line. This main line will serve commercial customers in the Village at
Mitchell Ranch shopping plaza, located at 3139 Little Road, contained within the
following parcels:
Parcel ID#: 23-26-16-0010-P10130-0000, 23-26-16-0010-00000-0110,
23-26-16-0010-00000-0020, 23-26-16-0010-00000-0030,
23-26-16-0010-00000-0040, 23-26-16-0010-00000-0050,
23-26-16-0010-00000-0060, 23-26-16-0010-00000-0070,
23-26-16-0010-00000-0080, 23-26-16-0010-00000-0090 &
23-26-16-0010-P 1 OAO-0000
The easement grant is sufficient for the City to maintain and replace its facilities
as necessary in perpetuity, or until such time as the City determines to abandon
its use.
Councilmember Beckman moved to accept a Gas Utility Easement
from VMR Development, LLC, for the construction, installation,
and maintenance of gas utility facilities on real property located at
3139 Little Road, FL. The motion was duly seconded and carried
unanimously.
Resolution 20-34 was presented and read by title only.
Councilmember Hamilton moved to adopt Resolution 20-34. The
motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
Ayes: 5 - Mayor Hibbard, Councilmember Hamilton, Vice Mayor Allbritton,
Councilmember Bunker and Councilmember Beckman
8.2 Amend the Clearwater Code of Ordinances, Section 33.055, relating to the regulation of
derelict vessels and pass Ordinance 9383-20 on first reading.
The police department works in conjunction with local and state agencies to
address `at risk' vessels and `derelict' vessels.
Per Florida Statute § 327.4107 a vessel is `at risk' if any of the following
conditions exist: (a) the vessel is taking on or has taken on water without an
effective means to dewater; (b) Spaces on the vessel that are designed to be
enclosed are incapable of being sealed off or remain open to the elements for
extended periods of time; (c) The vessel has broken loose or is in danger of
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breaking loose from its anchor; (d) The vessel is left or stored aground
unattended in such a state that would prevent the vessel from getting underway,
is listing due to water intrusion, or is sunk or partially sunk; or (e) The vessel
does not have an effective means of propulsion for safe navigation within 72
hours after the vessel owner or operator receives telephonic or written notice.
Per Florida Statute § 823.11 a vessel is `derelict' if it is left, stored, or
abandoned in a wrecked, junked, or substantially dismantled condition.
The police department is currently addressing four vessels deemed `at risk' and
two vessels that are deemed `derelict.'
The changes to Section 33.055 will give the City of Clearwater an additional
option for addressing derelict vessels: issuance of a civil citation to be heard by
the City's special magistrate. Compared with prosecution through the county
court system, the magistrate route will provide the police department a quicker
option to legally declare vessels `derelict' or `at risk.'
In response to questions, Police Chief Daniel Slaughter said the
proposed ordinance creates a process that can be managed by the
Clearwater Police Department in a more efficient and expedient manner.
Currently, the Department utilizes Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission
officers to implement the county derelict vessel process, which usually
takes two to four months. The City may potentially be at risk to incur costs
associated with towing derelict vessels, which may not be recoupable.
Two individuals submitted emails supporting Item 8.2, that were read into the
record by the City Clerk (see page 19-21).
Councilmember Hamilton moved to amend the Clearwater Code
of Ordinances, Section 33.055, relating to the regulation of
derelict vessels. The motion was duly seconded and carried
unanimously.
Ordinance 9383-20 was presented and read by title only.
Councilmember Hamilton moved to pass Ordinance 9383-20 on
first reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call,
the vote was:
Ayes: 5 - Mayor Hibbard, Councilmember Hamilton, Vice Mayor Allbritton,
Councilmember Bunker and Councilmember Beckman
8.3 Amend City Council Policies 2-21, 3-2, 3-4, 3-5, 5-7, 5-12, 6-4, and 8-2.
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Staff is recommending the following amendments:
Special Events Fee (2-21) - staff recommends updating event name and
timeline.
The Special Events Committee will review applications for use of City beaches,
sidewalks, outdoor recreation open space and rights-of-way. Sponsoring
organizations will be responsible for the costs of all City services needed in
conjunction with the events unless they are City sponsored or co-sponsored
events.
The City Council may waive all or a portion of fees and related charges for City
sponsored or co-sponsored events, including, but not limited to Jazz Holiday,
July 4th, Turkey Trot, and Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration Parade. There shall
be an annual review of City sponsored/co-sponsored events during the budget
process. An agenda item confirming co-sponsorship and waiver of fees for
those to be submitted in the budget will be brought for City Council
consideration and acceptance On "n, Ma;�Tby June of each calendar year. All
items accepted by the Council are then to be included in the appropriate
department's budget. Only after the item is passed as part of the approved
budget is the item considered to be funded.
In the event additional monies are requested beyond what is included in the
approved budget, City Council approval will be needed before said additional
funds are appropriated.
Citizen Inquiries- Responses (3-2) - staff recommends adding language to
create a process when a member of Council is requested to support a grant
application that the City may be considering.
A. Generally responses should be in the same form as received, i.e. letter
with letter. However, when deemed to be more appropriate a different
form may be used.
B. Inquiries addressed to a specific Councilmember will be responded to
by that Councilmember.
C. Inquiries addressed to the whole Council, whether in one letter or
duplicate letters to all Councilmembers, will be answered factually by
the Mayor using language that indicates that he or she is responding
for the Clearwater City Council. When needed, responses will be
brought to Council for direction, prior to being sent. Mail will be routed
to the appropriate staff to draft a response. Individual Councilmembers
are not precluded from responding individually to express their opinion.
D. Inquiries received which are not specifically addressed to the Council or
its members will be answered by the City Manager or designated staff
member.
E. Inquiries and responses will be distributed, via e-mail, to all
Councilmembers.
F. Form letters or emails may be acknowledged but will not require a
customized response.
G. Requests to support grant applications will be directed to the Council
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Assistant who will confirm with staff if a city application is being submitted
for the grant application.
Departing Councilmembers' Gifts (3-4) - staff recommends updating
language to coincide with current practice:
Departing gifts shall be chosen in consultation with the outgoing members. The
value of the gifts shall be a maximum of$300 for one full term, $500 for two full
terms and $600 for more than two full terms.
One full term. Plaque, nameplate, letter, pewter tray with seal Council
pictures.
Two full terms. Plaque, nameplate, letter, City watch, Council pictures.
Three or more full terms. Plaque, nameplate, ring GGlIage er album, tray
with seal, letter gag gift, �inariGatre
Distribution of Council Correspondence (3-5) - staff recommends updating
language with current practice.
All correspondence to the Mayor and the Councilmembers arriving at City Hall
received pursuant to the law or in connection with the transaction of official
business by the City of Clearwater shall be distributed as follows:
When needed, e-mails will be forwarded to all Councilmembers by the
Council Assistant. Councilmembers will receive the original ef- hard copy
items individually addressed to them, whether anonymous or not. Council
e-mails and other correspondence will be available on the City's website
through the electronic document management system. Mail will be
delivered to the Council onGe per week, er as neerlerl daily
Courtney Campbell Causeway (State Road 60)Welcome Signage Program
(5-7) - staff recommends adding language clarifying process to replace
welcome signs.
4.Installation of a welcome sign will be processed in accordance with the
following:
A. Requests for a welcome sign shall be submitted in writing to the Parks
and Recreation Department by filling out a Courtney Campbell Parkway
(State Road 60) Welcome Signage Program Application. The form is
available online at www.myclearwater.com
<http://www.myclearwater.com>, or by calling the Parks and Recreation
Department.
B. The award to be recognized by the welcome sign must be of national or
international significance.
1. Accomplishment of national or international significance is an
achievement or completion of an award granted to an organization or
to the City in recognition of being the best in the entire nation or the
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best involving two or more countries that promote and enhance the
image of Clearwater.
2. Significant Clearwater historical events are defined as events that
are unique to Clearwater and add to the overall understanding of the
City and its history.
C. If approved, a welcome sign may be allowed for a period not to exceed
two years. If no other request for signage has been submitted, the
current sign may continue for an unspecified time until another
application is accepted.
D. Requests for a welcome sign may be made by a group or an individual,
however written approval to use the event or award to be recognized
must be secured from the governing body being represented. In cases
where the request is for a group or organization no longer in existence
but historically significant to the City, no approval is necessary.
Special Event Street Closure Limitation (5-12) - staff recommends updating
language with current practice.
Street closures for special events shall be limited to two (2) per calendar year
requested by any one non-profit or for-profit organization. The City of Clearwater
and council approved Co-Sponsored events shall be exempt from this limitation.
The City shall comply with any Florida Department of Transportation policies
regarding street closures of state roads.
Landscaping of City Roads (6-4) - staff recommends adding language that
cites recommended resources.
When landscaping is a necessary and integral part of a City road or street
improvement/construction project the landscape material shall be selected and
located based on ease and frequency of required maintenance. All SuGh
material shall be drought resist Per Clearwater Community Development
Code Sec. 3-1202, all such material shall be native, or a non-invasive plant
naturalized to Central Florida. Plants recommended in the Guide of Southeast
Florida Water Management District, Florida Native Plant Society,
FloridaYards.org, University of Florida or other entity as approved by the
Community Development Coordinator shall be used.
Brick Streets (6-2) - staff is not recommending any changes to the policy;
format changes are implemented to keep sections together.
Amplification of Sound at City Venues (8-2) - staff recommends deleting
paren 3; due to technology changes, the current language was restrictive on
how sound should be measured.
2.Amplification of sound including music will not exceed an average of 95
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decibel or dB level measured at the house mix over a period of 30 seconds.
Q Amnlifination of sound during the event will be measured by a pity employee or
rit y nontra Gtor by using a sound level motor whish is an instrument th�t
mGlu d n� h�plifier�dete r integrator or tomo a�ipr�
output it splay peter and the weighting networks`used to measure average,
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pressure level
3. The city employee or city contractor will measure the sound levels for
every group performing at the event.
At the August 17 work session, staff was directed to add the following
statements for Council Policy 3-2, Citizen Inquiries- Responses:
H. Media interview requests that are not addressed to a specific council
member, will be assigned in the following order (per availability): Mayor, Vice
Mayor, remaining council members based on seniority.
I. Council members scheduling individual meetings with the same citizen/group
shall coordinate background information through the city manager prior to the
scheduled meeting to ensure council members have consistent information.
One individual recalled the 2019 Charter Review Committee
recommended incorporating the goal management recommendation into
the City Council Policies.
It was stated the recommendation will be discussed as part of Council's
future philosophy discussions.
Councilmember Hamilton moved to amend City Council Policies
2-21, 3-2, 3-4, 3-5, 5-7, 5-12, 6-4, and 8-2. The motion was duly
seconded and carried unanimously.
8.4 Confirm COVID-19 Emergency Proclamation and adopt Resolution 20-44.
Councilmember Hamilton moved to confirm COVID-19 Emergency
Proclamation. The motion was duly seconded and carried
unanimously.
Resolution 20-44 was presented and read by title only.
Councilmember Hamilton moved to adopt Resolution 20-44. The
motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was:
Ayes: 5 - Mayor Hibbard, Councilmember Hamilton, Vice Mayor Allbritton,
Councilmember Bunker and Councilmember Beckman
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8.5 RFEI/Opportunity Zone Update
The City Manager said it was unclear to staff how actions related to
implementing Opportunity Zone (OZ) projects should be prioritized. Staff
has scheduled a discussion on the matter in September and wants to
ensure the discussion is framed around Council's priorities.
Assistant City Manager Michael Delk said staff is developing a strategy
and recommendations on how to move forward. Staff wants to time the
release of the Request for Proposal and to determine if a conservancy
will be used. He said the construction phase will be conducive to marketing
the bluff properties, allowing staff to develop a vision and message around
the bluff properties. He said SKANSKA has identified a 28 to 32-month
construction schedule, which should be completed by March 2023. Between
now and then, staff will be managing the RFP process and determining if a
conservancy will be established, which will include identifying its purpose
and membership. He said staff will update the downtown plan within the next
several months, anticipating completion by July 2021. Regarding Opportunity
Zones, staffs research indicates that the City will not be able to take
advantage of the 10 and 7-year increments. The Program offers additional
deferrals or tax advantages in years 10, 7 and 5-timeline for those projects
using OZ funds. In December 2021, there will be an opportunity for the City
to benefit from the 5-year increment. Staff requests council direction
regarding the extent to which OZ is a priority. He said the OZ program is
one incentive of several programs to be considered.
In response to questions, Mr. Delk said he would like to move the
RFP up, potentially during the middle of construction, which will provide
an opportunity to take advantage of the OZ program. Staff will find a way
to work with partners to ensure individuals know how they can participate
in the redevelopment process, which should lead to a good RFP
response. He said the OZ program is a good tool to have as it can bring
capital into disadvantaged areas, but it should not drive the
redevelopment process. Staff will look to Council for direction regarding
what items should be included in the RFP and staff will bring back to
Council RFP scenarios that are consistent with the City's
plans, programs and objectives for the park and waterfront.
9. City Attorney Reports
9.1 Imagine Clearwater Bond Hearing Validation
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The City Attorney said that in November of 2019, Council decided that
Imagine Clearwater would be funded by bonds and passed a resolution
authorizing the city to move forward with the validation of those bonds. The
purpose of the validation hearing is to have the court determine the city's
authority to incur bonded debt for the Imagine Clearwater project and to
determine the legality of the proceeding to make sure it is in compliance with
the Charter and special act. The validation process will preclude any later
challenge to the project on the grounds it doesn't comply with the Charter or
special act. She said participation is limited to taxpayers, property owners
and citizens,- they can intervene by filing notice or by showing up. Court will
not have an in person hearing, it will be done via the Zoom platform and
those wishing to participate will go to Council Chambers where the
proceedings will be broadcast on the monitors, the public may present
evidence that will be scanned and transmitted to the court.
One individual submitted an eComment opposing Item 9.1, which was read
into the record by the City Clerk (see page 16).
One individual submitted an eComment questioning why supporting
documents were not included for Item 9.1, which was read into the record by
the City Clerk (see page 17).
In response to concerns, the City Attorney said the documents referenced in
the eComments will be produced after the completion of validation of bonds
as outlined in the Ordinance.
Council Letterhead
The City Attorney suggested Council be provided separate letterhead for
individual councilmembers which would indicate the correspondence is not
from City Council, but the from the name of the individual councilmember
and their seat number. This type of letterhead would be provided digitally
and Public Communications has prepared a mock-up of what it would look
like.
There was council consensus to implement individual councilmember
letterhead.
10. Closing comments by Councilmembers (limited to 3 minutes)
Vice Mayor Allbritton said he is looking forward to the Council meeting is
September. He said he had a meeting with the City Attorney, the City's
lobbyist, Rep. Nick DiCeglie, and Senator Hooper regarding derelict vessels
mooring in local waterways and said they discussed initiating a plan for a
local bill next session.
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Councilmember Hamilton encouraged all to keep their eyes on the weather
next week as things could get dicey; prepare for the worst and hope for the
best.
Councilmember Beckman thanked Council for the discussion regarding
environmental ideas at Monday's Worksession. She thanked citizens for
voting in the primary and stressed the importance of registering to vote. The
presidential election is on November 3 and there will be important questions
on the ballot, including The Landings golf course and minimum wage
increases. She said she was wearing white in honor of the 100th
anniversary of the women's suffrage movement.
Councilmember Bunker said it is remarkable that there is such a short
amount of time to the next election and it is important to vote and have your
voice be heard. He said Leah Rimini says hi and she is still considering
opening a store here.
11. Closing Comments by Mayor
12. Adjourn
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Mayor Hibbard said the tropics are getting active and encouraged all to get
prepared now. Duke Energy has returned to their standard billing and credit
practices. Crest Lake Dog Park renovations are expected to be completed
this week and will reopen with upgraded amenities. The CRA, in partnership
with the Public Art and Design Program, are seeking artists for a series of
murals on private and public properties in downtown. He congratulated
summer campers from Countryside Rec Center for participating in the
inaugural summer camp book club; more than 210 books were read. He
thanked Council for a good meeting tonight and on Monday and he is looking
forward to future meetings.
The meeting adjourned at 7:39 p.m.
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eComments Report
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7.9 ID#20-8081 Approve the final plat for Union Place Replat, 1625 Union 1 0 0 1
Street, located east of Highland Avenue and west of Keene Road.
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Elizabeth Davis
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Submitted At: 4:27pm 08-19-20
I would like to celebrate the presentation, suggestions, and innovative thinking for Imagine Clearwater, that
Councilmember Beckman presented Monday, August 17 at the end of the work session. It was great to know that
the many possibilities will be considered and evaluated by all. I would like to add that our promenade sidewalks
on our Beachwalk should continue to be our signature. We are a 3 and 4 generation city, with strollers, walkers,
wheelchairs and people who love being able to enjoy space. Add our 6 feet of today and please evaluate and
consider this kind of green, very wide, porous, draining, walk for our landmark park. Concrete and pavement are
hot! It is a win, win! Thank you for listening.
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Agenda Item: eComments for 7.9 ID#20-8081 Approve the final plat for Union Place Replat, 1625 Union Street, located east of
Highland Avenue and west of Keene Road. (consent)
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Lisa Lanza
Location: 33763, Clearwater
Submitted At: 2:44pm 08-20-20
Why is the City of Clearwater using the May 2005 FEMA flood insurance rate map as a reference document, on
the Union Place Replat, Plat Note, Item 4.0? See uploaded attachment
Agenda Item: eComments for 9.1 ID#20-8157 Imagine Clearwater Bond Hearing Validation
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Lauren Hallahan
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Submitted At: 3:11 pm 08-20-20
Lauren Hallahan
1537 Picardy Circle
Clearwater, FI 33755
Why has the City Attorney not created Supplemental Resolution to Ordinance No 9357-20, as required by
paragraph 7 of Ordinance 9357-20 to provide the following information for Judge Minkoff, as well as for the city
manager, city council and city residents?
The Supplemental Resolution will provide the following four items: (cut and pasted from the attached Clearwater
Ordinance 9357-20)
WHEREAS, the Issuer intends on adopting a Supplemental Resolution to provide for the manner of sale and
terms of the Series 2020 Bonds, including:
1.) the approval of the Purchase Contract,
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2.) the designation of the Underwriter and
3.) the distribution of an offering document in connection with the sale of the Series 2020 Bonds by the
Underwriter, and
4.) the designation of the Paying Agent and Registrar, after it has completed the validation of the Series 2020
Bonds authorized in Section 8.08 of the Bond Resolution
Why is the city not providing all the required information to Judge Minkoff?
This is so disturbing to learn that a judge is to make a decision without all of the needed information? How can
this be and where is our city attorney Pam Akin? I am very concerned regarding the information above
concerning this agenda item.
Lisa Lanza
Location: 33763, Clearwater
Submitted At: 2:25pm 08-20-20
Send by email with included attachments on August 20, 2020 at 2 pm.
Dear City Manager, City Clerk, City Attorney, Councilmember Beckman:
Why hasn't the city clerk/attorney provided applicable reference documents for Item 9.1: Imagine Clearwater
Bond Revenue, along with the city agenda for the August 18, 2020 council meeting?
Applicable reference documents would, at a minimum, include the (attached) Lawsuit, Bond Ordinance 9357-20,
Final Order- September1,2020 hearing, as well as the Supplemental to the Bond Ordinance 9357-20.
Regards,
Lisa Lanza
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Pam van der Linde <pamvanderlinde8@gmail.com>
Wednesday, August 19, 2020 2:54 PM
ClearwaterCouncil
Jacob van der Linde
Derelict vessel in front of my waterfront condo on the Intercoastal of Clearwater
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Dear Sirs,
I would like to lodge a complaint about a very ugly derelict boat that is parked in front of our
beautiful home with waterview. It is simply ugly
and ruins our view and is very upsetting to us.
Attached is a photo of it from our balcony.
It seems that this should be illegal to mar the beautiful water views we all have.
I vote for outlawing derelict boats in our waterway.
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Sincerely,
Pamela van der Linde
727 216-5504
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Call, Rosemarie
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Donna Andrus <donnaandrusl @aol.com>
Wednesday, August 19, 2020 11:10 AM
ClearwaterCouncil
Public Hearing on Derelict Vessels on Sept 3, 2020
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Dear Council Members,
I want to submit my strong support for an ordinance concerning the long term mooring of vessels in
the waterways. There has been a very unsightly small houseboat parked on the Intracoastal
Waterway just north of downtown Clearwater, near the Harbor Bluffs condo building at 500 N Osceola
Avenue for at least 6 months.
Numerous residents have complained and some have called in only to be told there is unfortunately
nothing that can be done about it. When I called last year the Marine Police sounded frustrated that
they are pretty much powerless to do anything about it and said this is growing problem.
When boats park for a short time or even overnight, such as to watch the fireworks on the 4th of July
or to hear a concert at Coachman Park, that is totally fine and a pleasant sight. But an old rundown
boat should not be allowed to park there indefinitely marring residents' water views. Derelict cars are
not allowed to remain on city streets and this is a similar thing.
Thank you for your attention to this matter.
Best regards,
Donna Andrus
727-643-1171
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