02/15/2024 City Council Meeting Minutes February 15, 2024
City of Clearwater
Main Library- Council Chambers
100 N. Osceola Avenue
Clearwater, FL 33755
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Meeting Minutes
Thursday, February 15, 2024
6:00 PM
Main Library - Council Chambers
City Council
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Roll Call
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, Daniel Slaughter—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 — Major Ted Morris from The Salvation Army
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 February Service Awards
Five service awards were presented to city employees.
4.2 Youth Art Month Proclamation: March 2024 - Beth Daniels, Co-President CAA
4.3 Irish American Heritage Month Proclamation: March 2024 - Brendan Kelley, President
AOH
4.4 Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Proclamation, February 2024 - John
Long, Vice President of Abuse Services from Hope Villages of America
4.5 Black History Month Proclamation, February 2024 - Diversity Leadership Council Chair,
Karla Deas and Diversity Leadership Council member, Larry Jones.
5. Approval of Minutes
5.1 Approve the minutes of the February 1, 2024 City Council meeting as submitted in written
summation by the City Clerk.
Councilmember Beckman moved to approve the minutes of the
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February 1, 2024 City Council meeting as submitted in written
summation by the City Clerk. The motion was duly seconded and
carried unanimously.
6. Consent Agenda — Approved as submitted, less Items 6.1 and 6.8
6.1 Approve the Fourth Amendment (Amendment) to Agreement for Development and
Purchase and Sale of Property between the Community Redevelopment Agency of the
City of Clearwater (CRA), the City of Clearwater (City), and Archway Clearwater
Gardens, LLC (Archway); and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same.
(consent)
See below.
6.2 Accept a Sovereignty Submerged Lands Easement from Board of Trustees of the Internal
Improvement Trust Fund of the State of Florida, for the construction, installation, and
maintenance of gas utility facilities on real property lying Oakwood Drive, over
Stephanie's Channel, Pinellas County, Florida. (consent)
6.3 Accept a Gas Utility Easement from Chateaux Des Lacs HMOWN Association, for the
construction, installation, and maintenance of gas utility facilities on real property located
at Rue Des Chateaux Tarpon Springs, FL 34688. (consent)
6.4 Accept a Gas Utility Easement from Roosevelt Crossings LLC , for the construction,
installation, and maintenance of gas utility facilities on real property located at 2659
Roosevelt Blvd, Largo FL 33760. (consent)
6.5 Accept a Gas Utility Easement from Khalil Nagy, for the construction, installation, and
maintenance of gas utility facilities on real property located at 4150 Rowan Rd, New Port
Richey, FL 34653. (consent)
6.6 Approve a funding agreement between the City of Clearwater and the Pinellas Suncoast
Transit Authority (PSTA) to provide enhanced Jolley Trolley service during Spring Break
period of February 25, 2024, through April 27, 2024, with the City contributing an amount
not to exceed $102,287 and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same.
(consent)
6.7 Approve a Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) to AJAX BUILDING COMPANY, LLC of
Midway, FL, for an early release package for construction for the new City Hall Project
(22-0019-EN) in the amount of$7,407,439 pursuant to Request for Qualifications (RFQ)
59-23 and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
6.8 Approve a Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) to Biltmore Construction of Belleair FL for
the construction of the Gateway Plaza (Mercado) in the amount of$930,929.00 pursuant
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to Request for Qualifications (RFQ) #40-20, Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR), and
authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
See below.
6.9 Approve a professional services agreement and work order with Rowe Architects, LLC of
Tampa, Florida to conduct a building conditions assessment for the North Ward School in
the amount of$213,785.00 pursuant to Request for Qualifications (RFQ) No. 57-23,
Specialized Historic Architectural Preservation Consulting Service, and authorize the
appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
6.10Authorize purchase orders to multiple vendors for the purchase of computer parts,
servers, and network equipment in the cumulative not-to-exceed amount of
$1,200,000.00 for term February 1, 2024 through September 30, 2024, pursuant to
Clearwater Code of Ordinances Section 2.563 (1)(c), Piggyback, and Section 2.561(5),
small purchases, and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
6.11Authorize an increase to the current purchase order with State of Florida Department of
Management Services (DMS) for SUNCOM long distance service, State AIN Centranet
lines, and toll-free lines, in an amount not to exceed $147,564.00 for the period February
1, 2024 through January 31, 2025, bringing the total amount of purchase order to
$184,455.00 pursuant to Clearwater Code of Ordinances Section 2.563(1)(c), Piggyback
or Cooperative Purchasing, and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same.
(consent)
6.12Authorize an increase to the current purchase order with APG Electric Inc, dba APG
Technology for Audio/Video equipment, wireless equipment, supplies, and services, in an
amount not to exceed $750,000.00 for the period February 1, 2024 through November
30, 2026, bringing the total amount of purchase order to $782,549.82 pursuant to
Clearwater Code of Ordinances Section 2.563(1)(c), Piggyback or Cooperative
Purchasing, and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
6.13Approve a purchase order with Hadronex Inc. DBA SmartCover System located in
Escondido, California, and the city of Clearwater Public Utilities for the purpose of using
SmartCover software for online application of mapping and monitoring service of the
wastewater system, from February 2, 2024 through January 31, 2026, in the amount of
$74,236.65 pursuant to Clearwater Code of Ordinances Section 2.563(1)(a), Single
Source, and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
6.14Approve a Legal Services Agreement between the City and Bush Graziano Rice and
Hearing, P.A. for the legal representation in the matter of Nathaniel Brooks v. City of
Clearwater and Joseph Roseto, Civil Action No. 8:21-CV-02967-SDM-TGW, and
authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
Vice Mayor Bunker moved to approve the Consent Agenda as
submitted, less Items 6.1 and 6.8, and authorize the appropriate
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officials to execute same. The motion was duly seconded and
carried unanimously.
6.1 Approve the Fourth Amendment (Amendment) to Agreement for Development and
Purchase and Sale of Property between the Community Redevelopment Agency of the
City of Clearwater (CRA), the City of Clearwater (City), and Archway Clearwater
Gardens, LLC (Archway); and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same.
Archway Clearwater Gardens, LLC has requested a modified schedule of
various milestones in the Agreement for Purchase and Sale of Property, as
amended (Agreement), between the CRA, the City and Archway. Archway has
been awarded project-based vouchers for this project from the Clearwater
Housing Authority. For consistency with the voucher program, Archway is
required to complete a subsidy analysis with the United States Department of
Housing and Urban Development (HUD). While Archway has submitted all
required documentation, the timing of HUD's response may require a later
closing date which will require a shift in other milestones as well.
Clearwater Gardens affordable housing development, located at 1250 Cleveland
Street, was selected by Florida Housing Finance Corporation (FHFC) for a 9%
Tax Credit award. The project will provide for 52 one-bedroom and 29
two-bedroom units for a total of 81 units. 30 units will be reserved for
households earning up to 80% of Area Median Income (AMI) as determined by
HUD, 31 units will be reserved for households earning up to 60% AMI, and 20
units will be reserved for households earning up to 30% AMI. Archway is
coordinating with the Clearwater Housing Authority to receive 20 project-base
vouchers. The developer will continue the operation of the community garden
located on the property.
The First Amendment to the Agreement dated February 14, 2022, provided
Archway additional time to apply for tax credit funding under multiple Florida
Housing Finance Corporation's housing development programs. The Second
Amendment dated September 19, 2022, provided for an additional $3,000,000
loan from the CRA and it increased the City's local government contribution
from $75,000 to $610,000, also in the form of a loan. Other accommodations
were made in the Second Amendment assuming Archway would secure 4% tax
credit financing, but this did not occur. The Third Amendment extended several
milestones in the Agreement.
With the Fourth Amendment, staff is recommending many of the same
milestones modified with the Third Amendment to be extended further.
Proposed modifications are outlined below. Archway is optimistic that they will
achieve the modified milestones in advance of what has been proposed and no
further extensions will be necessary.
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Section Category Current Proposed
4.05(b)Building Permits 3/1/2024 6/1/2024
4.05(c)Commence Construction 4/1/2024 7/1/2024
4.05(d)50% Construction Completion 1/1/2025 4/1/2025
4.05(e)100% Construction Completion 10/1/2025 1/1/2026
4.05(f) Begin Pre-Leasing 8/1/2025 11/1/2025
4.05(g)Lease Up Complete 1/1/2025 4/1/2026
6.10 Closing Date 3/15/2024 6/15/2024
7.02(a)Commence Construction 4/1/2024 7/1/2024
7.02(b)Commence Vertical Construction 10/1/24 1/1/2025
The City is a party to the agreement only as it relates to sections 3.07 and 15.18
of the Agreement. Section 3.07 of the Agreement required Archway to grant
and deliver to the City, its heirs, successors, licensees, or assigns, a perpetual
exclusive easement over the area existing as a community garden, solely for
use as a community garden. The Amendment requires Archway to execute a
declaration of restrictive covenant, instead of a perpetual easement, restricting
the use to a community garden for the benefit, use, and enjoyment of the public.
This change eliminates the need for the City to procure, manage, or contract
with future operators and users of the community garden. Archway will take on
this responsibility. Section 15.18 commits the City to a contribution of$610,000
to the project in the form of a deferred loan. This amount is considered the
Local Government Areas of Opportunity funding commitment and is required for
a project application to receive the maximum amount of basis points. Section
15.18 is not affected by the amendment.
APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT:
Funds are available and allocated in project code R2010 Housing- County
STRATEGIC PRIORITY:
This item supports the following objectives set forth in the City of Clearwater
Strategic Plan:
2.4 Support equitable housing programs that promote household stability and
reduce the incidence of homelessness within Clearwater.
4.3 Protect the conservation of urban forests and public green spaces to
promote biodiversity and reduce our carbon footprint.
One individual spoke in opposition.
Councilmember Teixeira moved to Approve the Fourth Amendment
(Amendment) to Agreement for Development and Purchase and
Sale of Property between the Community Redevelopment Agency of
the City of Clearwater (CRA), the City of Clearwater (City), and
Archway Clearwater Gardens, LLC (Archway); and authorize the
appropriate officials to execute same. The motion was duly
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seconded and carried unanimously.
6.8Approve a Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) to Biltmore Construction of Belleair FL for
the construction of the Gateway Plaza (Mercado) in the amount of$930,929.00 pursuant
to Request for Qualifications (RFQ) #40-20, Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR), and
authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
This a companion item to a CRA item requesting transfer of$1,154,762.61 to
complete the Mercado construction.
On May 20, 2021, Council approved a contract to Gibbs and Register to
construct the Cleveland Street Streetscape Phase III (16-0003-UT) project. The
Mercado design was not complete, and not included in the contract.
On October 17, 2022, Council approved the shade structure and turf design
concepts for the Mercado public space at the intersection of Cleveland St. and
Gulf to Bay Blvd.
On February 18, 2023, staff presented an overview to the CRA Trustees that
the change order pricing from Gibbs & Register was over budget. Staff
recommended allowing Gibbs & Register to complete the streetscape project
and get new pricing from another firm to construct the Mercado portion. The
City worked with Biltmore Construction under the CMAR, Continuing Services
contract (RFQ #40-20), for a cost proposal to construct the Mercado. To realize
cost savings to the City, Public Works will return to Council shortly for approval
of a Purchase Order (PO) to USA Shade who was paid a deposit and designed
and provided structure hardware under the initial Gibbs & Register contract,
hence impractical to bid.
The project is expected to be complete by September 2024.
APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT:
A first quarter budget amendment will establish capital project 315-C2105,
Mercado-Downtown Gateway and recognize a budget increase of
$1,154,762.61 of Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) tax increment
financing (TIF) funds transferred from the CRA to provide funding for the
completion of the Mercado capital improvement project.
STRATEGIC PRIORITY:
One individual spoke in opposition.
Councilmember Allbritton moved to approve a Guaranteed
Maximum Price (GMP) to Biltmore Construction of Belleair FL for the
construction of the Gateway Plaza (Mercado) in the amount of
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$930,929.00 pursuant to Request for Qualifications (RFQ) 40-20,
Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR), and authorize the
appropriate officials to execute same. The motion was duly
seconded and carried unanimously.
Public Hearings - Not before 6:00 PM
7. Administrative Public Hearings
7.1 Approve a Management Agreement between the City of Clearwater (City) and the
Clearwater Community Sailing Center Association, Inc. (Sailing Center Association) for
use of the building and property located at 1001 Gulf Boulevard from March 1, 2024
through February 28, 2029 and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same.
(consent)
Staff recommends that the City enter into this Management Agreement with the
Sailing Center Association, a 501 c3 nonprofit organization, where the Sailing
Center Association will manage the premises of the City at 1001 Gulf
Boulevard.
The City and the Sailing Center Association initially entered into an agreement in
2002, and since then, the City and Sailing Center Association worked together
to offer services that benefit the community. The Sailing Center Association
provides local residents and visitors a variety of services including providing
safe, enriching, and affordable sailing opportunities for all ages and abilities.
The Sailing Center Association will pay rent of$2,000 monthly to the City with a
5% increase to be added to the rent payment on March 1 st of each year of this
Agreement, beginning on March 1, 2025. The City may terminate this
Agreement for any municipal need by providing 60 days written notice.
The City will be responsible for the maintenance of foundation, outer walls, roof,
piers, docks, life cycle replacement of the heating/air-conditioner system, and
other major capital improvements required for the premises. The Sailing Center
Association will be responsible for routine daily maintenance of the facility and
minor repairs to bathrooms, hallways, rental rooms, offices, lights, etc. The
Sailing Center Association is also responsible for all day-to-day operations of
the center including programming of the facilities in accordance with their
business plan made a part of this Agreement.
APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT:
N/A
STRATEGIC PRIORITIES:
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In approving this lease agreement, as noted above, the City is accomplishing
Objectives 1.3, adopting responsive levels of service for public facilities and
amenities, and identifying resources required to sustain that level of service;
2.1, strengthening public-private initiatives that attract, develop, and retain
diversified business sectors; 2.2, cultivating a business climate that welcomes
entrepreneurship; and 2.3, promoting Clearwater as a premier destination for
cultural experiences and tourism.
Councilmember Beckman moved to approve a Management
Agreement between the City of Clearwater (City) and the Clearwater
Community Sailing Center Association, Inc. (Sailing Center
Association) for use of the building and property located at 1001
Gulf Boulevard from March 1, 2024 through February 28, 2029 and
authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. The motion was
duly seconded and carried unanimously.
7.2 Vacate all prior recorded antiquated resolutions and terminate the Interlocal Agreement
with Pinellas County concerning the property Old City Hall now subject to a purchase and
sale contract and adopt Resolution 24-05.
On November 8, 2022, the City of Clearwater entered into a Sales Agreement to
sell the "Old City Hall" property.
In support thereof, on December 7, 2023, the City approved the vacation of two
abandoned Utility easements.
During the preliminary title approval process, recorded documents (antiquated
property use Resolutions and obsolete Pinellas County Interlocal Planning
Agreement) were confirmed as needing termination, thereby allowing the
Buyers to obtain a cleared title insurance policy.
Adopting this Resolution is the City's good faith effort to remove encumbrances
and facilitate the sale of the Property.
City staff have reviewed and approved this Resolution and recommend
adoption.
STRATEGIC PRIORITY:
1.5 Embrace a culture of innovation that drives continuous improvement and
successfully serves all our customers.
5.3 Generate organizational success through collaborative engagement and
inclusive decision-making to create shared value outcomes.
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Resolution 24-05 was presented and read by title only.
Vice Mayor Bunker moved to vacate all prior recorded antiquated
resolutions and terminate the Interlocal Agreement with Pinellas
County concerning the property Old City Hall now subject to a
purchase and sale contract and adopt Resolution 24-05. 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
7.3 Approve the request to vacate a drainage easement at 309 Coronado Drive, Clearwater,
from the property owners DC Clearwater Beach 1 Property, LLC as recorded in O.R.
Book 15904, Page 863-868, of the Public Records of Pinellas County, FL, and pass
Ordinance 9743-24 on first reading.
The owners have confirmed that the City has a recorded 15-foot drainage utility
easement which interferes with the property's development. The City's existing
drainage facilities for this property are not located in the recorded easement.
As a condition of this vacation, the owners have executed a Drainage and
Public Utility easement to cover the property's existing unrecorded drainage
facilities.
There are no city utilities within the easement to be vacated.
City staff have reviewed and approve of this request.
STRATEGIC PRIORITY:
Adopt responsive levels of service for public facilities and amenities, and identify
resources required to sustain that level of service.
Ordinance 9743-24 was presented and read by title only.
Councilmember Teixeira moved to approve the request to vacate a
drainage easement at 309 Coronado Drive, Clearwater, from the
property owners DC Clearwater Beach 1 Property, LLC as recorded
in O.R. Book 15904, Page 863-868, of the Public Records of Pinellas
County, FL, and pass Ordinance 9743-24 on first 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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7.4 Reapprove the Joint Participation Agreement (JPA) G2092 between the City of
Clearwater and the State of Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), Parking Lot
Expansion and Rehabilitation at the Clearwater Airpark, authorize the appropriate
officials to execute same, and adopt Resolution 24-01 as amended.
FDOT JPA Agreement G2092 provides for an 80% grant for Parking Lot
Expansion and Rehabilitation, with 20% cash match. The design and
construction will provide the plans, permitting, and the construction for the new
Parking Lot. The project cost is estimated at $800,000 with FDOT contributing
$640,000 and FlyUSA reimbursing the City for the cash match portion estimated
at $160,000.
APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT:
A first quarter budget amendment will increase capital project 302-G2307,
Aviation Operations Center, by $800,000 recognizing grant funding of$640,000
and reimbursement revenues of$160,000 to provide project funding for this
agreement.
STRATEGIC PRIORITY:
High Performing Government: 1.2 Maintain public infrastructure, mobility
systems, natural lands, environmental resources, and historic features through
systematic management efforts.
Economic & Housing Opportunity: 2.2 Cultivate a business climate that
welcomes entrepreneurship, inspires local investment, supports Eco-friendly
enterprises, and encourages high-quality job growth.
Resolution 24-01 was presented and read by title only.
Councilmember Allbritton moved to reapprove the Joint
Participation Agreement (JPA) G2092 between the City of Clearwater
and the State of Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT),
Parking Lot Expansion and Rehabilitation at the Clearwater Airpark,
authorize the appropriate officials to execute same, and adopt
Resolution 24-01 as amended. 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
7.5 Reapprove the Joint Participation Agreement (JPA) G2086 between the City of
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Clearwater and the State of Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), Geo Technical
and Survey of Airpark Property at the Clearwater Airpark, authorize the appropriate
officials to execute same, and adopt Resolution 24-02 as amended.
FDOT JPA Agreement G2086 provides for an 80% grant for the Geo Tech and
Survey work, with 20% cash match. Clearwater Airpark has several important
infrastructure improvement projects planned to improve the user experience as
well as to upgrade facilities that have passed their useful life. These projects
include milling and resurfacing existing asphalt, a new terminal building, new
corporate hangars and T-hangars, repairs to existing hangars, and the potential
for expanding asphalt areas for plane tie-downs. Each individual project will be
handled by independent design and construction teams to guarantee
competitive pricing and to engage specialized consultant teams for each
component. These projects lie throughout the forty-seven acres of the property,
and each will require a current survey and geotechnical analysis for permitting
and for ensuring that the right solutions are put in place by providing all known
conditions to the various design teams. Therefore, developing one
comprehensive survey and geotechnical report of the entire site for distribution
to all design and construction teams will provide consistency and efficiency as
the City moves forward to building a chapter of the Airpark's history. The project
cost is estimated at $100,000 with FDOT contributing $80,000 and FlyUSA
reimbursing the City for the cash match portion estimated at $20,000.
APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT:
A first quarter budget amendment will establish capital improvement project
G2409, Airpark Property Survey, recognizing a budget increase of$80,000 in
FDOT grant revenue and $20,000 in reimbursement revenues to create the
project budget and fund this agreement.
STRATEGIC PRIORITY:
High Performing Government: 1.2 Maintain public infrastructure, mobility
systems, natural lands, environmental resources, and historic features through
systematic management efforts.
Economic and Housing Opportunity: 2.2 Cultivate a business climate that
welcomes entrepreneurship, inspires local investment, supports Eco-friendly
enterprises, and encourages high-quality job growth.
Resolution 24-02 was presented and read by title only,
Councilmember Beckman moved to reapprove the Joint
Participation Agreement (JPA) G2086 between the City of Clearwater
and the State of Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), Geo
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Technical and Survey of Airpark Property at the Clearwater Airpark,
authorize the appropriate officials to execute same, and adopt
Resolution 24-02 as amended. 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
7.6 Reapprove the Joint Participation Agreement (JPA) G2080 between the City of
Clearwater and the State of Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), Design of
Corporate Hangars at the Clearwater Airpark, authorize the appropriate officials to
execute same, and adopt Resolution 24-03 as amended.
FDOT JPA Agreement G2080 provides for an 80% grant for the Design of new
Corporate Hangars, with 20% cash match. The design will provide the building
plans and permitting for the new building. The project cost is estimated at
$679,308 with FDOT contributing $543,447 and FlyUSA reimbursing the City for
the cash match portion estimated at $135,861.
APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT:
Funds are available in capital improvement project G2401, Airpark Hangars, to
fund this agreement.
STRATEGIC PRIORITY:
High Performing Government: 1.2 Maintain public infrastructure, mobility
systems, natural lands, environmental resources, and historic features through
systematic management efforts.
Economic & Housing Opportunity: 2.2 Cultivate a business climate that
welcomes entrepreneurship, inspires local investment, supports Eco-friendly
enterprises, and encourages high-quality job growth.
Resolution 24-03 was presented and read by title only.
Vice Mayor Bunker moved to reapprove the Joint Participation
Agreement (JPA) G2080 between the City of Clearwater and the State
of Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), Design of Corporate
Hangars at the Clearwater Airpark, authorize the appropriate officials to
execute same, and adopt Resolution 24-03 as amended. 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. Second Readings - Public Hearing
8.1 Adopt Ordinance 9744-24 on second reading, revising the structure of the Downtown
Development Board,.
During the Council meeting taking place on Dec. 19, 2023, the City Council
directed the City Attorney to revise the governance structure of
Clearwater's Downtown Development Board (DDB).
Ordinance 9744-24 was presented and read by title only.
Councilmember Teixeira moved to adopt Ordinance 9744-24 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
9. Citizens to be heard re items not on the agenda - For purposes of this role,
"items pertaining to city business" includes any matter within the Council's or the
City Manager's power to act, any matter that the Council previously voted on or
discussed at the dais, or any matter discussed by or scheduled to be considered by
another governmental entity that affects the operation of the City. Each person who
wishes to address the Council shall complete a comment card and submit the card
to the City Clerk (right-hand side of dais) before the speaker will be permitted to
speak. However, if the speaker has just arrived or decided to speak, the Chair may
allow the card to be filled out after speaking. Individuals will limit their comments to
a maximum of three minutes. The Mayor shall advise the speaker that their time has
expired. If the person remains at the podium, thereby interfering with other persons
who may wish to be heard, the speaker's microphone may be turned off, or the
Mayor may rule the person out of order in accordance with Rule 15.
Eleanore Lyda expressed concerns with Council's behavior at a recent
work session. She said the East Gateway community and merchants
support the Mercado and thanked Council for their efforts to redevelop
that area of the community.
Maryce Garber expressed concerns with comments made by a female
under a pseudonym on social media accusing her and others of the East
Gateway Business and Neighbors Association of being a front for the
Downtown Development Board, theft, racism, and diverting funds away
from the Mercado project, which are not true.
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Kathy Flaherty said the Mercado's name was changed because these
women did not want the Hispanic reference. She said the only thing Ms.
Lyda and Ms. Garber have done for the community was paint a dumpster.
She opposed repurposing the Main Library.
Mr. Holuba said citizens have the right to assemble peacefully and voice
their concerns and expressed concerns with Council Rule 15.
Mike Taylor submitted a Letter of Intent to Sue for being removed and
trespassed from a council meeting for wearing a shirt.
The Council recessed from 6:59 p.m. to 7:04 p.m.
Bill Jonson said several neighborhoods have residents who park in their
front yard, as Council considers allowing accessory dwelling units, he
expressed concerns how parking may negatively impact the character of
a neighborhood. He expressed concern with the unintended provision
included in the referendum question that would allow an unelected
councilmember to serve as long as two years.
The City Attorney said the language is drafted to prevent vacancies in
office, which is the point of a temporary appointment.
Kelly Myer expressed concerns with moving Neighborhoods Day to
March 30, which is Easter weekend. She requested Council consider
moving the event to March 23 or some time in April.
The City Manager said Neighborhoods Day is Council's opportunity to
interact with the neighborhoods and residents. She said Council provided
direction to move the event to another day. She said moving the event
later would be negatively impacted by Spring Break and seasonal beach
traffic.
Gerry submitted an email regarding the DeNunzio agreement (see page 18).
Blaine Enderle submitted emails regarding vehicular traffic on Drew Street,
the seat arrangement in council chambers, and Clearwater Crossing Guards
(see pages 20-47).
10. City Manager Reports
Page 15
City of Clearwater
City Council Meeting Minutes February 15, 2024
The City Manager said Council has discussed moving the March 21
council meeting to March 18 at 1:30 p.m., due to the election. She said
council rules require public hearing items to be heard after 6:00 p.m. If
the council rule is not suspended, the meeting will need to occur at
another location as Council Chambers will be used as a polling location
for the March 19 election and the Supervisor of Elections will need
access to the room by 5:30 p.m. She requested consideration to suspend
the council rule on March 18 to allow public hearing items to be heard at
1:30 p.m.
The City Clerk said the council meeting will be noticed to begin at 1.30
p.m., with the CRA meeting to begin at 1:00 p.m.
There was council consensus to suspend the council rule on March 18,
allowing public hearing items to be heard at 1:30 p.m.
11. City Attorney Reports — None.
12. Closing comments by Councilmembers (limited to 3 minutes)
Councilmembers thanked the first responders and area agencies who
provided assistance after the plane crash at Bayside Estates Mobile
Home Park on February 1, 2024.
Councilmember Beckman reviewed upcoming events.
Vice Mayor Bunker reviewed recent Scientology court cases, Judge
Randolph Hammock ruled on Leah Remini's behalf in her harassment
suit against the Church of Scientology.
Councilmember Teixeira highlighted grant funds that the Tampa Bay
Regional Planning Council is seeking, which will benefit the area and
region. The Council is seeking funds for the Tampa Bay Coastal Master
Plan, which will identify floods in vulnerable communities and
restoration/risk reduction efforts and a regional climate pollution
reduction project.
Councilmember Allbritton said he requested staff updates on the north
beach flooding be provided at every council meeting.
13. Closing Comments by Mayor
Mayor Aungst reviewed recent and upcoming events.
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City of Clearwater
City Council
14. Adjourn
Attest
Meeting Minutes February 15, 2024
The meeting adjourned at 7:22 p.m.
Mayor
City of Clearwater
Page 17
City of Clearwater
Charter Amendment Could Have Been
Section 2.07. - Vacancies; forfeiture of office; filling vacancies;
advisory boards.
(A) Vacancies. The office of a council member shall become vacant upon the death, resignation, removal from
office in any lawful manner, or forfeiture of the office, such forfeiture to be declared by the remaining
members of the council.
(b) Forfeiture of office. A council member shall forfeit such office if such member:
1. Lacks at any time during the term of such office any qualification for the office prescribed by law,
or
2. Is convicted of a felony or a crime involving moral turpitude, or
3. Fails to attend six consecutive regular meetings of the council, unless such absence is excused by
the council, or
4. Fails to attend twenty-five percent of the regular meetings during a 12 -month period whether
excused or not.
(c) Filling of vacancies; vacancy in council member's seat.
1. A vacancy on the council should be filled by majority
vote of the remaining council members within 30 days after
the vacancy. The person so appointed shall serve as a
council member
At such erection, a cou-n-ei-I m -ember shall be elected to serve
for the remainder of the unexpired term of office. until the
third Tuesday in November following the next regular
city election.
. •
_.
Mr. Justice, as an unelected Council member today, would serve for only one year and some months of
the remaining term of Mr. Dallmann. Instead of the three plus years.
As Mr. Margolis stated to me "Temporary appointments are designed to minimize the duration of
vacancies." This option would truly do that.
Why wasn't this considered. The change to Section 2.07 C. 1. Wasn't discussed during either the first
reading or the second reading of the ordinance. Additionally, the language of the ordinance did not have
the typical strike -through and underline additions.
2024-02-15 Alternate Vacancy filling Sec 2-04 (c) 2 language.docx ��
3 printed 2/15/2024 5:05 PM .
LETTER OF INTENT TO SUE
Effective Date: 02/15/2024
RE: Notice of intent to File Lawsuit
Dear City Of Clearwater
This letter of intent to sue shall serve as a formal notice that Michael David Taylor intends to
commence a lawsuit against you due to the following: On January 18, 2024 at 6:18 pm Brian Aungust Sr.
violated my 1St amendment right by having me removed and trespassed from the council meeting for
wearing a shirt. The shirt read as such, Fuck Brian Niter Aungst, Fuck Eric Candyass Gandy, Fuck Daniel
Colo:.r;g Book Slaughter, Fuck David Dumbshit Margolis. This is a violation of my rt amendment rights by
unlawfully trespassing me and saying my shirt was against decorum rule 15. Cohen v California is case
law that the supreme court has decided that a shirt with profane language is a 1St amendment right.
I. The Plaintiff: Michael David Taylor (the "Plaintiff").
Il. The refendant: City Of Clearwater
IIf. Rei.ef: As a result of your actions, the Plaintiff seeks relief in the form of:
❑ Payment in the amount of Ten Thousand Dollars ($ 10,000.00).
❑ Otr:er::Removal of decorum rule number 15, as well as a public apology.
❑ You do not have the option to cure and/or settle this matter outside of court. Therefore, a lawsuit
wik o2 lied against you within 60 days of receiving this Letter of Intent.
E Yo.a may cure and/or settle this matter outside of court and avoid a lawsuit by doing the
following within 60 days of receiving this Letter of Intent: Paying the settlement Removal of decorum
rule number 15, as well as a public apology.
V. Go,.; 'n;lg Law: This Letter of Intent shall be governed under the laws of the State of Florida.
Since,
Micr,a . Ca'. Ed Taylor
1558 Se Royal Green Circle R203
Port 3 _..cie, FL 34952
38iJ-;�_-:moo
LETTER OF INTENT TO SUE
Effective Date: 02/15/2024
RE: Notice of intent to File Lawsuit
Dear David Margolis (City Attorney)
This letter of intent to sue shall serve as a formal notice that Michael David Taylor intends to
coma er,ce a lawsuit against you due to the following: On January 18, 2024 at 6:18 pm Brian Aungust Sr.
violated my 1st amendment right by having me removed and trespassed from the council meeting for
wearing a shirt. The shirt read as such, Fuck Brian Hlter Aungst, Fuck Eric Candyass Gandy, Fuck Daniel
Color 3ook Slaughter, Fuck David Dumbshit Margolis. This is a violation of my 1st amendment rights by
unlawfully trespassing me and saying my shirt was against decorum rule 15. Cohen v California is case
law that the supreme court has decided that a shirt with profane language is a 1st amendment right. The
rules of decorum rule changes were approved by David Margolis and effectively violating my 1st
amendment rights.
The =:::.• ,tiff: Michael David Taylor (the "Plaintiff").
!!. The s'endant: David Margolis (City Attorney)
As a result of your actions, the Plaintiff seeks relief in the form of:
E Pay -hent in the amount of Ten Thousand Dollars ($ 10,000.00).
Other:kernova! of decorum rule number 15, as well as a public apology.
El Yoe_! co not have the option to cure and/or settle this matter outside of court. Therefore, a lawsuit
will ne filed against you within _60 days of receiving this Letter of Intent.
❑ Yoe Ir. cure and/or settle this matter outside of court and avoid a lawsuit by doing the
follc°wir: 'riithin 60 days of receiving this Letter of Intent: Paying the settlement Removal of decorum
rule nLi;n er 15, as well as a public apology.
V. Cove .•ning Law: This Letter of Intent shall be governed under the laws of the State of Florida.
Sinceid Tav!or
.
1553 R,Dyai Green Circle R203
Port e, FL 34952
•v V
LETTER OF INTENT TO SUE
Effective Date: 02/15/2024
RE: Noce o= intent to File Lawsuit
Dear Brian Aungst Sr. (Mayor of Clearwater)
This letter of intent to sue shall serve as a formal notice that Michael David Taylor intends to
comrne ,ce a lawsuit against you due to the following: On January 18, 2024 at 6:18 pm Brian Aungust Sr.
violater: my 1s amendment right by having me removed and trespassed from the council meeting for
wearing a shirt. The shirt read as such, Fuck Brian Niter Aungst, Fuck Eric Candyass Gandy, Fuck Daniel
Color;r:g 3cok :augnter, Fuck David Dumbshit Margolis. This is a violation of my 1st amendment rights by
unlawfr!!'I trespassing me and saying my shirt was against decorum rule 15. Cohen v California is case
law that the supreme court has decided that a shirt with profane language is a 1st amendment right.
Th = a :r,fi: Michael David Taylor (the "Plaintiff").
II. The DefenMant: Prian Aungst Sr. (the "Defendant").
ll. ;F.&.e.: As a resin: of your actions, the Plaintiff seeks relief in the form of:
❑ payment in the amount of Ten Thousand Dollars ($ 10,000.00).
Otner: Removal of decorum rule number 15, as well as a public apology.
❑ You do not have the option to cure and/or settle this matter outside of court. Therefore, a lawsuit
wi!i oc filed against you within _60 days of receiving this Letter of Intent.
❑ Yo. may cure and/or settle this matter outside of court and avoid a lawsuit by doing the
.within 50 days of receiving this Letter of intent: Paying the settlement Removal of decorum
rule ^ . r er 15, as well as a public apology.
V. Governing Law: This Letter of Intent shall be governed under the laws of the State of Florida.
i\ililr. :. }avid Taylor
1559 `:� :otr a; Green Circle R203
Port L:e, FL""4952
LETTER OF INTENT TO SUE
Effective Date: 02/15/2024
RE: Notice of Intent to File Lawsuit
Dear Eric Gandy (Police Chief of Clearwater)
This letter of intent to sue shall serve as a formal notice that Michael David Taylor intends to
commence a lawsuit against you due to the following: On January 18, 2024 at 6:18 pm Brian Aungust Sr.
violated my 15t amendment right by having me removed and trespassed from the council meeting for
wearing a shirt. The shirt read as such, Fuck Brian Hlter Aungst, Fuck Eric Candyass Gandy, Fuck Daniel
Coloring Book Slaughter, Fuck David Dumbshit Margolis. This is a violation of my 1st amendment rights by
unlawfully trespassing me and saying my shirt was against decorum rule 15. Cohen v California is case
law that the supreme court has decided that a shirt with profane language is a 1st amendment right.
I. The ?airitiff: Michael David Taylor (the "Plaintiff").
11. The Defendant: Eric Gandy (Police Chief of Clearwater)
ill. Relief: As a result of your actions, the Plaintiff seeks relief in the form of:
❑ Payment in the amount of Ten Thousand Dollars ($ 10,000.00).
❑ Other: Removal of decorum rule number 15, as well as a public apology.
Li You do not have the option to cure and/or settle this matter outside of court. Therefore, a lawsuit
will be filed against you within _60 days of receiving this Letter of Intent.
❑ You may cure and/or settle this matter outside of court and avoid a lawsuit by doing the
•
following within 60 days of receiving this Letter of Intent: Paying the settlement Removal of decorum
rule number 15, as well as a public apology.
V. Governing Law: This Letter of Intent shall be governed under the laws of the State of Florida.
Sincerely,
Michael David Taylor
1558 Se Royal Green Circle R203
Port St cie, FL 34952
386-63 1-056S
CaII, Rosemarie
From: Gerry Lee <gerrylee316@gmail.com>
Sent: Saturday, February 10, 2024 4:23 PM
To: Aungst Sr, Brian; Bunker, Mark; Beckman, Kathleen; Allbritton, David; Teixeira, Lina;
Margolis, David; Rector4Fl@gmail.com; Lisa Lanza; Ryancotton4clearwater@gmail.com;
mikeforclearwater2@gmail.com; jaredforclearwater@gmail.com;
ElectMannino@gmail.com; jmscott@preparedfornext.org; Call, Rosemarie;
tmcmanus@tampabay.com
Subject: "City accepts scaled-down apartment proposal" - Tampa Bay Times
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Good Afternoon To All
In November of 2022 the voters of Clearwater approved a very specific change to the Charter of
Clearwater regarding 2 properties owned by the city.
On Feb 1, 2024, the Council, UNANIMOUSLY, made very significant changes to that agreement, the City
Charter.
How can the Council make significant changes to the City Charter? Please explain.
Is this setting a precedent, that at any Council Meeting, the Council can make any Changes to the City
Charter anytime they want. Are they not bound by the City Charter? If not, what is the need for a
Referendum? What is the need for the voters? This is wrong.
I think the original Change needs to be followed or a new referendum submitted to the voters.
These changes are costing the Residents Millions of $$.
This is just not right!
Doesn't anyone care?
Gerry Lee - gerrylee316@gmail.com
Gerry Lee Consultant @ HarborStone Tax and Financial
Drue Lee CPA - Principal @ HarborStone Tax & Financial - drue@htfcpa.com
1
CaII, Rosemarie
From:
Sent:
To:
Subject:
Blain Enderle <benderle1234@gmail.com>
Monday, February 12, 2024 8:07 AM
ClearwaterCouncil
Re: Watch "Clearwater, do you really want to slow down traffic on Drew Street? Public
can read." on YouTube
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recognize the sender and know the content is safe.
Just so you have Knowledge. Traffic Engineering put up 11 signs for me.
Sent from my iPhone
On Feb 10, 2024, at 10:20 AM, Blain Enderle <benderle1234@gmail.com> wrote:
Took 48 Semi trucks a day down to 1. r
Sent from my iPhone
On Feb 10, 2024, at 8:24 AM, Blain Enderle <benderle1234@gmail.com> wrote:
https://youtube.com/shorts/3F4e0X2iLgk?si=Xyr4gp-KIM ebFMP
Council,
I personally slowed down Hercules Avenue from an average of 67 tickets a month to (0)
zero just by changing and adding the signage that is required. 15 years ago. By myself
and Traffic Engineering. Me and Paul would fight like hell. But I always won. Bill was
always on my side.
I personally had (4) four helicopters lift people to the hospital in front of my house.
Power lines on both sides of Hercules Avenue.
Doing nothing you fill in the word
I'm retired and don't live in Clearwater anymore. YOU PRICED ME OUT If I can and all of
council can't slow down traffic on any street is in my opinion "wrong" Clearwater traffic
engineering can do anything on their property.
I explained to Chief Slaughter I don't believe the police wrote one ticket in 2 years on
that section. Clearwater, Police writing a ticket on County roads the money doesn't go
to the same place if they write a ticket on city streets. LOOK IT UP.
Proving Chief Slaughter and Chief Gandy didn't write 1 ticket in that area would just
show you what? THE DONT CARE ABOUT IT. I know they don't. Talked to Chief
Slaughter many times about it.
1
CaII, Rosemarie
From: Blain Enderle <benderle1234@gmail.com>
Sent: Monday, February 12, 2024 8:55 AM
To: ClearwaterCouncil
Subject: Re: Watch "Clearwater, do you really want to slow down traffic on Drew Street? Public
can read." on YouTube
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recognize the sender and know the content is safe.
I asked and got the safety change on Clearwater beach round a bout by myself too
Chief Slaughter didn't
Sigma.
Sent from my iPhone
On Feb 10, 2024, at 10:28 AM, Blain Enderle <benderle1234@gmail.com> wrote:
Putting simple orange 2 flags on top of the current speed limit signage is a start. They did this for me and
when NEW signs go up in Clearwater. How much was that? $$$.00
For county speed limit signs I would ask the City Manager to put on and declare emergency orders on
her behalf to the County person in charge.
Sigma
Sent from my iPhone
On Feb 10, 2024, at 8:24 AM, Blain Enderle <benderle1234@gmail.com> wrote:
https://youtube.com/shorts/3F4eQX2iLgk?si=Xyr4gp-KIM ebFMP
Council,
I personally slowed down Hercules Avenue from an average of 67 tickets a month to (0)
zero just by changing and adding the signage that is required. 15 years ago. By myself
and Traffic Engineering. Me and Paul would fight like hell. But I always won. Bill was
always on my side.
I personally had (4) four helicopters lift people to the hospital in front of my house.
Power lines on both sides of Hercules Avenue.
3
Doing nothing you fill in the word
I'm retired and don't live in Clearwater anymore. YOU PRICED ME OUT If I can and all of
council can't slow down traffic on any street is in my opinion "wrong" Clearwater traffic
engineering can do anything on their property.
I explained to Chief Slaughter I don't believe the police wrote one ticket in 2 years on
that section. Clearwater, Police writing a ticket on County roads the money doesn't go
to the same place if they write a ticket on city streets. LOOK IT UP.
Proving Chief Slaughter and Chief Gandy didn't write 1 ticket in that area would just
show you what? THE DONT CARE ABOUT IT. I know they don't. Talked to Chief
Slaughter many times about it.
Sigma
Blain
4
CaII, Rosemarie
From: Blain Enderle <benderle1234@gmail.com>
Sent: Monday, February 12, 2024 9:08 AM
To: ClearwaterCouncil
Subject: Re: Watch "Clearwater, do you really want to slow down traffic on Drew Street? Public
can read." on YouTube
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recognize the sender and know the content is safe.
Now that land Traffic Engineering's have the Clearwater Roundabout safe.
The roundabout design made it unsafe NOT THE 2 million dollar fountain. 5 million now
Give me back my 2 million dollar fountain. That really pissed me off. Don't know if it had wind gauges to adjust for just
thick water in over 4 mph wind?
Sigma
Sent from my iPhone
On Feb 12, 2024, at 8:55 AM, Blain Enderle <benderle1234@gmail.com> wrote:
I asked and got the safety change on Clearwater beach round a bout by myself too
Chief Slaughter didn't
Sigma.
Sent from my iPhone
On Feb 10, 2024, at 10:28 AM, Blain Enderle <benderle1234@gmail.com> wrote:
Putting simple orange 2 flags on top of the current speed limit signage is a start. They
did this for me and when NEW signs go up in Clearwater. How much was that? $$$.00
For county speed limit signs I would ask the City Manager to put on and declare
emergency orders on her behalf to the County person in charge.
Sigma
Sent from my iPhone
5
On Feb 10, 2024, at 8:24 AM, Blain Enderle <benderle1234@gmail.com>
wrote:
https://youtube.com/shorts/3F4eOX2jLgk?si=Xyr4gp-KIM ebFMP
Council,
I personally slowed down Hercules Avenue from an average of 67
tickets a month to (0) zero just by changing and adding the signage that
is required. 15 years ago. By myself and Traffic Engineering. Me and
Paul would fight like hell. But I always won. Bill was always on my side.
I personally had (4) four helicopters lift people to the hospital in front of
my house. Power lines on both sides of Hercules Avenue.
Doing nothing you fill in the word
I'm retired and don't live in Clearwater anymore. YOU PRICED ME OUT If
I can and all of council can't slow down traffic on any street is in my
opinion "wrong" Clearwater traffic engineering can do anything on their
property.
I explained to Chief Slaughter I don't believe the police wrote one ticket
in 2 years on that section. Clearwater, Police writing a ticket on County
roads the money doesn't go to the same place if they write a ticket on
city streets. LOOK IT UP.
Proving Chief Slaughter and Chief Gandy didn't write 1 ticket in that
area would just show you what? THE DONT CARE ABOUT IT. I know
they don't. Talked to Chief Slaughter many times about it.
Sigma
Blain
6
Call, Rosemarie
From: Blain Enderle <benderle1234@gmail.com>
Sent: Saturday, February 10, 2024 8:24 AM
To: ClearwaterCouncil
Subject: Watch "Clearwater, do you really want to slow down traffic on Drew Street? Public can
read." on YouTube
CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the City of Clearwater. Do not click links or open attachments unless you
recognize the sender and know the content is safe.
https://youtube.com/shorts/3F4eOX2iLgk?si=Xyr4gp-KIM ebFMP
Council,
I personally slowed down Hercules Avenue from an average of 67 tickets a month to (0) zero just by changing and
adding the signage that is required. 15 years ago. By myself and Traffic Engineering. Me and Paul would fight like hell.
But I always won. Bill was always on my side.
I personally had (4) four helicopters lift people to the hospital in front of my house. Power lines on both sides of
Hercules Avenue.
Doing nothing you fill in the word
I'm retired and don't live in Clearwater anymore. YOU PRICED ME OUT If I can and all of council can't slow down traffic
on any street is in my opinion "wrong" Clearwater traffic engineering can do anything on their property.
I explained to Chief Slaughter I don't believe the police wrote one ticket in 2 years on that section. Clearwater, Police
writing a ticket on County roads the money doesn't go to the same place if they write a ticket on city streets. LOOK IT
UP.
Proving Chief Slaughter and Chief Gandy didn't write 1 ticket in that area would just show you what? THE DONT CARE
ABOUT IT. I know they don't. Talked to Chief Slaughter many times about it.
Sigma
Blain
1
CaII, Rosemarie
From: Blain Enderle <benderle1234@gmail.com>
Sent: Saturday, February 10, 2024 10:20 AM
To: ClearwaterCouncil
Subject: Re: Watch "Clearwater, do you really want to slow down traffic on Drew Street? Public
can read." on YouTube
CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the City of Clearwater. Do not click links or open attachments unless you
recognize the sender and know the content is safe.
Took 48 Semi trucks a day down to 1. r
Sent from my iPhone
On Feb 10, 2024, at 8:24 AM, Blain Enderle <benderle1234@gmail.com> wrote:
https://youtube.com/shorts/3F4eOX2iLgk?si=Xyr4gp-KIM ebFMP
Council,
I personally slowed down Hercules Avenue from an average of 67 tickets a month to (0) zero just by
changing and adding the signage that is required. 15 years ago. By myself and Traffic Engineering. Me
and Paul would fight like hell. But I always won. Bill was always on my side.
I personally had (4) four helicopters lift people to the hospital in front of my house. Power lines on both
sides of Hercules Avenue.
Doing nothing you fill in the word
I'm retired and don't live in Clearwater anymore. YOU PRICED ME OUT If I can and all of council can't
slow down traffic on any street is in my opinion "wrong" Clearwater traffic engineering can do anything
on their property.
I explained to Chief Slaughter I don't believe the police wrote one ticket in 2 years on that section.
Clearwater, Police writing a ticket on County roads the money doesn't go to the same place if they write
a ticket on city streets. LOOK IT UP.
Proving Chief Slaughter and Chief Gandy didn't write 1 ticket in that area would just show you what?
THE DONT CARE ABOUT IT. I know they don't. Talked to Chief Slaughter many times about it.
Sigma
Blain
2
Cali, Rosemarie
From:
Sent:
To:
Subject:
Blain Enderle <benderle1234@gmail.com>
Saturday, February 10, 2024 10:28 AM
ClearwaterCouncil
Re: Watch "Clearwater, do you really want to slow down traffic on Drew Street? Public
can read." on YouTube
CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the City of Clearwater. Do not click links or open attachments unless you
recognize the sender and know the content is safe.
Putting simple orange 2 flags on top of the current speed limit signage is a start. They did this for me and when NEW
signs go up in Clearwater. How much was that? $$$.00
For county speed limit signs I would ask the City Manager to put on and declare emergency orders on her behalf to the
County person in charge.
Sigma
Sent from my iPhone
On Feb 10, 2024, at 8:24 AM, Blain Enderle <benderle1234@gmail.com> wrote:
https://youtube.com/shorts/3F4eoX2iLgk?si=Xyr4gp-KIM ebFMP
Council,
I personally slowed down Hercules Avenue from an average of 67 tickets a month to (0) zero just by
changing and adding the signage that is required. 15 years ago. By myself and Traffic Engineering. Me
and Paul would fight like hell. But I always won. Bill was always on my side.
I personally had (4) four helicopters lift people to the hospital in front of my house. Power lines on both
sides of Hercules Avenue.
Doing nothing you fill in the word
I'm retired and don't live in Clearwater anymore. YOU PRICED ME OUT If I can and all of council can't
slow down traffic on any street is in my opinion "wrong" Clearwater traffic engineering can do anything
on their property.
I explained to Chief Slaughter I don't believe the police wrote one ticket in 2 years on that section.
Clearwater, Police writing a ticket on County roads the money doesn't go to the same place if they write
a ticket on city streets. LOOK IT UP.
Proving Chief Slaughter and Chief Gandy didn't write 1 ticket in that area would just show you what?
THE DONT CARE ABOUT IT. I know they don't. Talked to Chief Slaughter many times about it.
3
CaII, Rosemarie
From: Blain Enderle <benderle1234@gmail.com>
Sent: Sunday, February 11, 2024 11:56 AM
To: ClearwaterCouncil
Subject: Watch "Built On Lies And Deception Clearwater Ethics On Recycled Water In POOR
Neighborhoods" on YouTube
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recognize the sender and know the content is safe.
https://youtube.com/shorts/Jz6GSL6QG7Y?si=KwRipc4fFehEYy4F
5
CaII, Rosemarie
From: Blain Enderle <benderle1234@gmail.com>
Sent: Thursday, February 8, 2024 6:52 AM
To: ClearwaterCouncil
Subject: Fwd: Seating at Council
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recognize the sender and know the content is safe.
Racist to me.
Forwarded message
From: Blain Enderle <benderle1234@gmail.com>
Date: Thu, Feb 8, 2024, 6:48 AM
Subject: Seating at Council
To: Margolis, David <David.Margolis@myclearwater.com>
Mr. Margolis,
I saw the tables at Council have been removed.
If the go back up and the City thinks dividing the room into us versus them mentally I will do videos on Clearwater is
RACIST.
Sigma males don't mix words. We say what we mean. It's absolutely no different than the black lady setting on the bus
to me.
Blain
Call, Rosemarie
From: Blain Enderle <benderle1234@gmail.com>
Sent: Saturday, February 10, 2024 8:24 AM
To: ClearwaterCouncil
Subject: Watch "Clearwater, do you really want to slow down traffic on Drew Street? Public can
read." on YouTube
CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the City of Clearwater. Do not click links or open attachments unless you
recognize the sender and know the content is safe.
https://youtube.com/shorts/3F4eOX2jLgk?si=Xyr4gp-KIM ebFMP
Council,
I personally slowed down Hercules Avenue from an average of 67 tickets a month to (0) zero just by changing and
adding the signage that is required. 15 years ago. By myself and Traffic Engineering. Me and Paul would fight like hell.
But I always won. Bill was always on my side.
I personally had (4) four helicopters lift people to the hospital in front of my house. Power lines on both sides of
Hercules Avenue.
Doing nothing you fill in the word
I'm retired and don't live in Clearwater anymore. YOU PRICED ME OUT If I can and all of council can't slow down traffic
on any street is in my opinion "wrong" Clearwater traffic engineering can do anything on their property.
I explained to Chief Slaughter I don't believe the police wrote one ticket in 2 years on that section. Clearwater, Police
writing a ticket on County roads the money doesn't go to the same place if they write a ticket on city streets. LOOK IT
UP.
Proving Chief Slaughter and Chief Gandy didn't write 1 ticket in that area would just show you what? THE DONT CARE
ABOUT IT. I know they don't. Talked to Chief Slaughter many times about it.
Sigma
Blain
2
Call, Rosemarie
From: Blain Enderle <benderle1234@gmail.com>
Sent: Saturday, February 10, 2024 10:20 AM
To: ClearwaterCouncil
Subject: Re: Watch "Clearwater, do you really want to slow down traffic on Drew Street? Public
can read." on YouTube
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Took 48 Semi trucks a day down to 1. .
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On Feb 10, 2024, at 8:24 AM, Blain Enderle <benderle1234@gmail.com> wrote:
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Council,
I personally slowed down Hercules Avenue from an average of 67 tickets a month to (0) zero just by
changing and adding the signage that is required. 15 years ago. By myself and Traffic Engineering. Me
and Paul would fight like hell. But I always won. Bill was always on my side.
I personally had (4) four helicopters lift people to the hospital in front of my house. Power lines on both
sides of Hercules Avenue.
Doing nothing you fill in the word
I'm retired and don't live in Clearwater anymore. YOU PRICED ME OUT If I can and all of council can't
slow down traffic on any street is in my opinion "wrong" Clearwater traffic engineering can do anything
on their property.
I explained to Chief Slaughter I don't believe the police wrote one ticket in 2 years on that section.
Clearwater, Police writing a ticket on County roads the money doesn't go to the same place if they write
a ticket on city streets. LOOK IT UP.
Proving Chief Slaughter and Chief Gandy didn't write 1 ticket in that area would just show you what?
THE DONT CARE ABOUT IT. I know they don't. Talked to Chief Slaughter many times about it.
Sigma
Blain
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CaII, Rosemarie
From: Blain Enderle <benderle1234@gmail.com>
Sent: Saturday, February 10, 2024 10:28 AM
To: ClearwaterCouncil
Subject: Re: Watch "Clearwater, do you really want to slow down traffic on Drew Street? Public
can read." on YouTube
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Putting simple orange 2 flags on top of the current speed limit signage is a start. They did this for me and when NEW
signs go up in Clearwater. How much was that? $$$.00
For county speed limit signs I would ask the City Manager to put on and declare emergency orders on her behalf to the
County person in charge.
Sigma
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On Feb 10, 2024, at 8:24 AM, Blain Enderle <benderle1234@gmail.com> wrote:
https://youtube.com/shorts/3F4eOX2jLgk?si=Xyr4gp-KIM ebFMP
Council,
I personally slowed down Hercules Avenue from an average of 67 tickets a month to (0) zero just by
changing and adding the signage that is required. 15 years ago. By myself and Traffic Engineering. Me
and Paul would fight like hell. But I always won. Bill was always on my side.
I personally had (4) four helicopters lift people to the hospital in front of my house. Power lines on both
sides of Hercules Avenue.
Doing nothing you fill in the word
I'm retired and don't live in Clearwater anymore. YOU PRICED ME OUT If I can and all of council can't
slow down traffic on any street is in my opinion "wrong" Clearwater traffic engineering can do anything
on their property.
I explained to Chief Slaughter I don't believe the police wrote one ticket in 2 years on that section.
Clearwater, Police writing a ticket on County roads the money doesn't go to the same place if they write
a ticket on city streets. LOOK IT UP.
Proving Chief Slaughter and Chief Gandy didn't write 1 ticket in that area would just show you what?
THE DONT CARE ABOUT IT. I know they don't. Talked to Chief Slaughter many times about it.
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CaII, Rosemarie
From: Blain Enderle <benderle1234@gmail.com>
Sent: Tuesday, February 6, 2024 8:49 AM
To: ClearwaterCouncil
Subject: Watch "I TRUST EVERYONE Changed The Building AND Did Not Want the Public To See
ThatsTRANSPARENCY Sure" on YouTube
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Call, Rosemarie
From: Blain Enderle <benderle1234@gmail.com>
Sent: Saturday, February 3, 2024 10:01 AM
To: ClearwaterCouncil
Subject: Re: Watch "Clearwater Police Detectives All Have EXTENSIVE training" on YouTube
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As Clearwater Crossing Guard the moment the government lifted the ban on face masks I contacted Bill Horne and asked
for it to be lifted on all his employees.
NEXT day at 8:00 his memo came out.
Blain
On Sat, Feb 3, 2024, 9:44 AM Blain Enderle <benderle1234(c@gmail.com> wrote:
FYI
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From: Blain Enderle <benderle1234@gmail.com>
Date: Sat, Feb 3, 2024, 9:40 AM
Subject: Watch "Clearwater Police Detectives All Have EXTENSIVE training" on YouTube
To: Poirrier, Jennifer <Jennifer.Poirrier@myclearwater.com>
https://youtube.com/shorts/dHkRMEyPvt4?si=3Ag8d14oDkHNspiN
Only you can make this right. But coverup is what you want exposing coverup is really EASY for me.
ME and Bill Horne got into it REALLY bad.
He said if I had and problems go directly to him AND leave his employees alone.
I did until he died. Bill gave me EVERYTHING I asked for for 2 decades.
Never cross a Sigma male.
Blain
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CaII, Rosemarie
From: Blain Enderle <benderle1234@gmail.com>
Sent: Saturday, February 3, 2024 9:44 AM
To: ClearwaterCouncil
Subject: Fwd: Watch "Clearwater Police Detectives All Have EXTENSIVE training" on YouTube
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FYI
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From: Blain Enderle <benderle1234@gmail.com>
Date: Sat, Feb 3, 2024, 9:40 AM
Subject: Watch "Clearwater Police Detectives All Have EXTENSIVE training" on YouTube
To: Poirrier, Jennifer <Jennifer.Poirrier@myclearwater.com>
https://voutube.com/shorts/dHkRMEyPvt4?si=3Ag8d14oDkHNspiN
Only you can make this right. But coverup is what you want exposing coverup is really EASY for me.
ME and Bill Horne got into it REALLY bad.
He said if I had and problems go directly to him AND leave his employees alone.
I did until he died. Bill gave me EVERYTHING I asked for for 2 decades.
Never cross a Sigma male.
Blain
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CaII, Rosemarie
From: Blain Enderle <benderle1234@gmail.com>
Sent: Thursday, February 15, 2024 3:13 PM
To: ClearwaterCouncil
Subject: Fwd: View recent photos
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From: Blain Enderle <benderle1234@gmail.com>
Date: February 15, 2024 at 3:11:44 PM EST
To: david.lutz@myclearwater.com
Subject: View recent photos
Common sense sir.
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Call, Rosemarie
From: Blain Enderle <benderle1234@gmail.com>
Sent: Tuesday, February 13, 2024 4:54 PM
To: ClearwaterCouncil
Subject: Watch "Clearwater Dream Hispanic Park just got started. Trees, please. Water fountain,
limit the concrete" on YouTube
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The trees they put in are ONLY 10 feet tall and 3 inch diameter. WOW
You had wonderful trees at the old city hall and move them is out of the question.
You definitely don't think like a Sigma male.
Blain