08/03/2023 City Council Meeting Minutes August 3, 2023
City of Clearwater
Main Library- Council Chambers
100 N. Osceola Avenue
Clearwater, FL 33755
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Meeting Minutes
Thursday, August 3, 2023
6:00 PM
Main Library - Council Chambers
City Council
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Rollcall
Present: 5 - Mayor Brian Aungst Sr., Vice Mayor Mark Bunker, Councilmember
David Allbritton, Councilmember Kathleen Beckman and
Councilmember Lina Teixeira
Also Present: Jennifer Poirrier— City Manager, Michael Delk—Assistant City
Manager, David Margolis — 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 Aungst
The meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m.
2. Invocation — Pastor Nate Ramsey from Restoration Village Ministries
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 Diversity Poster Contest Presentation - Sherman Stroman, H.R. Diversity Manager;
Antanay Tarrant, H.R. Analyst
Sherman Strong and Karla Deas provided a PowerPoint presentation.
4.2 U.S. Coast Guard Appreciation Month Proclamation - Senior Chief Boatswain's Mate
Sean Crocker, Officer-in-Charge of Coast Guard Station Sand Key.
4.3 End of Session Report - Peter Dunbar and Martha Edenfield - Dean, Mead, and Dunbar
5. Approval of Minutes
5.1 Approve the minutes of the July 20, 2023 City Council meeting as submitted in written
summation by the City Clerk.
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Councilmember Beckman moved to approve the minutes of the July
20, 2023 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
Mr. Holuba reviewed a conversation he had with someone regarding
Clearwater Police Officers and welcomed the City's new police officers.
He said he was of the chorus of boos heard during the Oath of Office
ceremony for the new Police Chief.
Beth Davis said housing is complicated and the Clearwater Alliance for
Housing is here to assist the community, staff, and non-profits. She
questioned if there is a plan for staff to correct obstacles with accessory
dwelling unit construction, such as garage apartments, and is there a
budget or education strategy for reducing energy costs for families. She
said more than 0.8 FTE is needed in order to collaborate with cities and
agencies to assist individuals avoid eviction, increase legal aid, and find
developers to strengthen housing within city limits.
Wayne Carothers said The Sound is a success and that he supports
anything that brings in more foot traffic to Downtown. He said closure
regarding the cemetery at Missouri Avenue and Cleveland Street
needs to happen soon, the estimated settlement cost will continued to
increase if it is not settled soon.
Norm Bild said he attended Mark Van Tree's swearing in ceremony and
encouraged community leaders to tour the EOC at MacDill.
Lisa Lanza supported affordable housing and expressed concerns with
unpermitted affordable housing units on zero lot lines and the impact
these units would have on vehicular traffic in the neighborhood.
Blain Enderle said he was a crossing guard appointed by City Manager
Bill Horne and was relieved of his duty one week prior to Christmas and
never given a reason. He asked that he be given a reason in order to
update his resume.
Mike Riordon said the Phillies are now valued at $2.58 billion, at 12%
value growth in one year, the City will have a hard time obtaining any
funding from the Tourist Development Council because of beach
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renourishment and a new baseball stadium for the Rays. He suggested
the City consider selling the entire complex to the Phillies for a 50%
discount and a 50-year commitment.
Mike Mastruserio thanked the City for closing Cleveland Street, it has
been a positive experience for business owners. He provided Council
with t-shirts.
Daniel McDonald said he supports keeping Cleveland Street closed and
supports the City implementing a wet zone in Downtown.
Christine Michalek opposed the Decade Properties project and
expressed concerns with five components that remain non-compliant with
Beach by Design: transfer of development rights, fire regulations, 27 room
(not suites, not dwelling units), clearly defined and aesthetic entrance,
access to overnight accommodations provided though a lobby, and
Florida Coastal Construction (setback, seawall, damage to neighbors).
Tony Teller supported a wet zone in Downtown.
Scott Sousa said the Downtown Clearwater Merchants Association has
reformulated and is no longer event driven to keep Downtown going. He
thanked Council for their support and said a wet zone is needed in
Downtown, the area is large enough to support five stages. He requested
consideration to install better lighting and a gazebo for live music.
Andre Johnson said he provides a non-emergency transport service
and requested assistance resolving a legal matter involving two city
employees.
Rudy Michalek said a cable company sub-contractor entered the Country
Club Addition neighborhood unannounced and disconnected several
cable lines and the water line. He thanked employee Samantha Moullet
for assisting Country Club Addition HOA President and connected them
to proper individuals to resolve the matter quickly.
7. Consent Agenda — Approved as submitted, less Item 7.7.
7.1 Authorize a Guaranteed Maximum Price proposal to Khors Construction Inc., of Pinellas
Park, FL for the restoration of the Ream Wilson Trail pedestrian bridge located over
McMullen Booth Road, in the amount of$1,119,595.70 pursuant to RFQ 40-20,
Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) Services for Continuing contracts and authorize
the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
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7.2 Approve an agreement between the City of Clearwater and the School Board of Pinellas
County, Florida providing for the continuation of the School Resource Officer program at
Clearwater High School, Countryside High School, Oak Grove Middle School, and
Clearwater Fundamental for a three-year period, commencing July 1, 2023 through June
30, 2026, and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
7.3 Approve an agreement between the City of Clearwater and Countryside Christian
Academy and Preschool of Pinellas County, Florida providing for the implementation of
the Police Safety Officer program for a five-year period, commencing August 1, 2023
through June 2, 2028, and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
7.4 Approve a professional service agreement and work order with Wannemacher Jensen
Architects (WJA) Inc., of St. Petersburg, FL, for The Long Center Pool Renovation
21-0026-PR in the amount of$203,951, pursuant to Request for Qualifications (RFQ)
08-23, and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
7.5 Approve a proposal from Keystone Excavating, of Oldsmar, FL, for Kings Highway over
Stevenson's Creek Retaining Wall (21-0038-EN) at the Guaranteed Maximum Price of
$435,087 pursuant to Request for Qualifications (RFQ) 40-20, Construction Manager at
Risk for Continuing Contracts and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same.
(consent)
7.6 Approve a Work Order to Advanced Engineering and Design, Inc. of Pinellas Park, FL,
for Island Way Road Improvements (23-0019-EN), in the amount of$183,773.25,
pursuant to Request for Qualifications (RFQ) 26-19, Engineer of Record Consulting
Services (EOR), and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
7.7 Approve a proposal from Keystone Excavating, of Oldsmar, FL, for pilot demonstrations
as part of the Fort Harrison Avenue Corridor Improvements (19-0036-EN) project at the
Guaranteed Maximum Price of$114,912.87 pursuant to Request for Qualifications (RFQ)
40-20, Construction Manager at Risk for Continuing Contracts, and authorize the
appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
See below.
7.8 Approve supplemental one work order with Atkins North America, of Tampa FL, for
Community Rating System Support Services from 2023 to 2026 in the amount of
$270,930 increasing the value from $89,800 to $360,730 pursuant to Request for
Qualifications (RFQ) 26-19, Engineer of Record Continuing Services (EOR), and
authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
7.9 Approve an agreement and purchase order with HQE Systems, Inc of Temecula, CA, for
a severe weather and emergency alert system and support services for the City of
Clearwater residents, tourists, and Emergency Management team in the not to exceed
amount of$1,282,463.06 pursuant to RFP 30-22, Severe Weather Alert System, and
authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
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7.10Approve an extension of the Interlocal Agreement for Library Services in Pinellas County
for an additional five years, for the period from October 1, 2023 through September 30,
2028, and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
7.11 Designate Vice Mayor Mark Bunker to serve as the City's official voting delegate at the
Florida League of Cities' Annual Conference, August 10-12, 2023. (consent)
Vice Mayor Bunker move to approve the Consent Agenda as
submitted, less Item 7.7, and authorize the appropriate officials to
execute same. The motion was duly seconded and carried
unanimously.
7.7 Approve a proposal from Keystone Excavating, of Oldsmar, FL, for pilot demonstrations
as part of the Fort Harrison Avenue Corridor Improvements (19-0036-EN) project at the
Guaranteed Maximum Price of$114,912.87 pursuant to Request for Qualifications (RFQ)
40-20, Construction Manager at Risk for Continuing Contracts, and authorize the
appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
September 17, 2020, City Council approved the use of Construction Manager
at Risk (CMAR) Services for Continuing Contracts per RFQ 40-20, to thirteen
firms with Keystone Excavating Company, Inc., being one of the thirteen firms
selected.
These firms were selected in accordance with Florida Statutes 255.103 and
287.055 based upon construction experience, financial capability, availability of
qualified staff, local knowledge, and involvement in the community.
Keystone Excavating, Inc. was selected for this project due to its experience
with other similar projects.
February 3, 2022, City Council approved the Work Order for the design and
bidding of Phase I of the Fort Harrison Avenue Corridor Improvements
(19-0036-EN). The design of Phase I includes the installation of four temporary
demonstration projects along the S. Ft. Harrison corridor to improve pedestrian
safety and enhance aesthetics. The temporary demonstration locations include:
• Traffic Circle at Palm Bluff
• Mid-block crossing just south of Engman
• Narrowing of lanes between Cedar and Engman
• Repurposing four lanes to two lanes and a center left turn lane from
Belleair to Belleview
Once the demonstration projects are installed, they will be evaluated to
determine any effects on the proposed project.
APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT:
ENRD80004-CONS-CNSTRC $114,912.87
Funds are available in the capital improvement project ENRD180004, Streets
and Sidewalks, to fund the proposal.
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In response to questions, City Engineer Tara Kivett said she has a call
scheduled with Belleair's consultant to coordinate the project with
Belleair's timeframe. The traffic study showed that the annual daily
traffic along Ft. Harrison Avenue is approximately 13,000. The study showed
that even with eliminating the lane, the capacity is plenty given the current
traffic volume. She said she was not sure when the traffic counts were
conducted after the closure of Indian Rocks Road, but she would look into
it.
In response to a suggestion, Ms. Kivett requested that Council pause
the lane elimination on the south end, but allow staff to move forward
with the other three demonstration projects. She said Indian Rocks Road will
be impacted for years, Belleair's project is currently in phase one. The
road already narrows to one lane north of Bellview Boulevard.
One individual spoke in support and suggested installing a directional sign
on Lakeview Road to inform drivers of the downtown bypass.
Councilmember Allbritton moved to approve Item 7.7, moving forward
on the three northern most parts of the work, and only the roadway
between Belleview Boulevard and Belleair Road to be started after staff
meets with Belleair and Council. The motion was duly seconded and
carried unanimously.
Public Hearings - Not before 6:00 PM
8. Second Readings - Public Hearing
8.1 Adopt Ordinance 9681-23 on second reading, annexing certain real property whose post
office address is 1786 North Hercules Ave, Clearwater, Florida 33765 into the corporate
limits of the city and redefine the boundary lines of the city to include said addition.
Ordinance 9681-23 was presented and read by title only.
Councilmember Teixeira moved to adopt Ordinance 9681-23 on
second and final reading.
Ayes: 5 - Mayor Aungst Sr., Vice Mayor Bunker, Councilmember Allbritton,
Councilmember Beckman and Councilmember Teixeira
8.2 Adopt Ordinance 9682-23 on second reading, amending the future land use plan element
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of the Comprehensive Plan of the city to designate the land use for certain real property
whose post office address is 1786 North Hercules Ave, Clearwater, Florida 33765, upon
annexation into the City of Clearwater, as Industrial Limited (IL).
Ordinance 9682-23 was presented and read by title only.
Councilmember Allbritton moved to adopt Ordinance 9682-23 on
second and final reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon
roll call, the vote was:
Ayes: 5 - Mayor Aungst Sr., Vice Mayor Bunker, Councilmember Allbritton,
Councilmember Beckman and Councilmember Teixeira
8.3 Adopt Ordinance 9683-23 on second reading, amending the Zoning Atlas of the city by
zoning certain real property whose post office address is 1786 North Hercules Ave,
Clearwater, Florida 33765, upon annexation into the City of Clearwater as Industrial,
Research and Technology (IRT).
Ordinance 9683-23 was presented and read by title only.
Councilmember Beckman moved to adopt Ordinance 9683-23 on
second and final reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon
roll call, the vote was:
Ayes: 5 - Mayor Aungst Sr., Vice Mayor Bunker, Councilmember Allbritton,
Councilmember Beckman and Councilmember Teixeira
8.4 Adopt Ordinance 9692-23 on second reading, amending Section 2.263(1), Code of
Ordinances, to increase the salaries of the mayor and councilmembers.
Ordinance 9692-23 was presented and read by title only.
Councilmember Teixeira moved to adopt Ordinance 9692-23 on second
and final reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the
vote carried as follows:
Ayes:3 - Mayor Aungst Sr., Councilmember Allbritton and Councilmember
Teixeira
Nays: 2 - Vice Mayor Bunker and Councilmember Beckman
8.5 Adopt Ordinance 9697-23 on third reading, annexing certain real property whose post
office address is 1221 Sunset Point Road, Clearwater, Florida 33755 into the corporate
limits of the city and redefine the boundary lines of the city to include said addition.
Ordinance 9697-23 was presented and read by title only.
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Councilmember Allbritton moved to adopt 9697-23 on third and final
reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote
was:
Ayes: 5 - Mayor Aungst Sr., Vice Mayor Bunker, Councilmember Allbritton,
Councilmember Beckman and Councilmember Teixeira
8.6 Adopt Ordinance 9698-23 on third reading, amending the future land use plan element of
the Comprehensive Plan of the city to designate the land use for certain real property
whose post office address is 1221 Sunset Point Road, Clearwater, Florida, 33755, upon
annexation into the City of Clearwater, as Residential Urban (RU).
Ordinance 9698-23 was presented and read by title only.
Councilmember Beckman moved to adopt Ordinance 9698-23 on
third and final reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon
roll call, the vote was:
Ayes: 5 - Mayor Aungst Sr., Vice Mayor Bunker, Councilmember Allbritton,
Councilmember Beckman and Councilmember Teixeira
8.7 Adopt Ordinance 9699-23 on third reading, amending the Zoning Atlas of the city by
zoning certain real property whose post office address is 1221 Sunset Point Road,
Clearwater, Florida 33755, upon annexation into the City of Clearwater as Low Medium
Density Residential (LMDR).
Ordinance 9699-23 was presented and read by title only. Vice Mayor
Bunker moved to adopt Ordinance 9699-23 on third and final
reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote
was:
Ayes: 5 - Mayor Aungst Sr., Vice Mayor Bunker, Councilmember Allbritton,
Councilmember Beckman and Councilmember Teixeira
8.8 Adopt Ordinance 9700-23 on third reading, annexing certain real property whose post
office address is 1219 Sunset Point Road, Clearwater, Florida 33755 into the corporate
limits of the city and redefine the boundary lines of the city to include said addition.
Ordinance 9700-23 was presented and read by title only.
Councilmember Teixeira moved to adopt Ordinance 9700-23 on
third and final reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon
roll call, the vote was:
Ayes: 5 - Mayor Aungst Sr., Vice Mayor Bunker, Councilmember Allbritton,
Councilmember Beckman and Councilmember Teixeira
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8.9 Adopt Ordinance 9701-23 on third reading, amending the future land use plan element of
the Comprehensive Plan of the city to designate the land use for certain real property
whose post office address is 1219 Sunset Point Road, Clearwater, Florida, 33755, upon
annexation into the City of Clearwater, as Residential Urban (RU).
Ordinance 9701-23 was presented and read by title only.
Councilmember Allbritton moved to adopt 9701-23 on third and final
reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote
was:
Ayes: 5 - Mayor Aungst Sr., Vice Mayor Bunker, Councilmember Allbritton,
Councilmember Beckman and Councilmember Teixeira
8.10Adopt Ordinance 9702-23 on third reading, amending the Zoning Atlas of the city by
zoning certain real property whose post office address is 1219 Sunset Point Road,
Clearwater, Florida 33755, upon annexation into the City of Clearwater as Low Medium
Density Residential (LMDR).
Ordinance 9702-23 was presented and read by title only.
Councilmember Beckman moved to adopt Ordinance 9702-23 on
third and final reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon
roll call, the vote was:
Ayes: 5 - Mayor Aungst Sr., Vice Mayor Bunker, Councilmember Allbritton,
Councilmember Beckman and Councilmember Teixeira
8.11 Continue to September 7, 2023: Adopt Ordinance 9684-23 on second reading, annexing
certain unaddressed real property located on the north side of Tanglewood Drive
approximately 675 feet west of Oak Creek Drive East, in Clearwater, Florida, 33761 into
the corporate limits of the city and redefine the boundary lines of the city to include said
addition.
8.12Continue to September 7, 2023: Adopt Ordinance 9685-23 on second reading,
amending the future land use plan element of the Comprehensive Plan of the city to
designate the land use for certain unaddressed real property located on the north side of
Tanglewood Drive approximately 675 feet west of Oak Creek Drive East, in Clearwater,
Florida, 33761, upon annexation into the City of Clearwater, as Residential Estate (RE)
and Preservation (P).
8.13Continue to September 7, 2023: Adopt Ordinance 9686-23 on second reading,
amending the Zoning Atlas of the city by zoning certain unaddressed real property located
on the north side of Tanglewood Drive approximately 675 feet west of Oak Creek Drive
East, in Clearwater, Florida, 33761, upon annexation into the City of Clearwater as Low
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Density Residential (LDR) and Preservation (P).
9. City Manager Reports — None.
10. City Attorney Reports — None.
11. Closing comments by Councilmembers (limited to 3 minutes)
Councilmember Allbritton said Forward Pinellas approved a new
apportionment plan yesterday, increasing membership from 13 to 19
board members. Clearwater will now have two representatives. He said
the new plan needs to go to the Governor for approval.
Councilmember Teixeira welcomed all new hires to the Clearwater family.
She said she was happy to hear that the Downtown Merchants
Association is no longer event driven to survive.
Vice Mayor Bunker reviewed recent events and stated that Mark Rinder
is fighting cancer and making progress. He said journalist Tony Ortega is
also fighting his cancer, he wished Tony and his wife success with the
fight.
Councilmember Beckman congratulated Eric Gandy as the City's new
Police Chief, wished teachers, administrators, and students best of luck
in the new school year, and urged all drivers to be aware of kids walking
and bike riding. She encouraged all to consider volunteering for the Lunch
Pals mentoring program.
12. Closing Comments by Mayor
The Mayor welcomed Police Chief Gandy and the new police recruits to
the City. He reviewed recent events and stated he continues to hear great
things about Coachman Park and downtown businesses thriving.
13. Adjourn
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The meeting adjourned at 7:37 p.m.
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