06/18/2025 City Council Meeting Minutes June 18, 2025
City of Clearwater
Main Library- Council Chambers
100 N. Osceola Avenue
Clearwater, FL 33755
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Meeting Minutes
Wednesday, June 18, 2025
6:00 PM
Main Library - Council Chambers
City Council
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Roll Call
Present: 5 - Mayor Bruce Rector, Vice Mayor Lina Teixeira, Councilmember David
Allbritton, Councilmember Ryan Cotton and Councilmember Michael
Mannino
Also Present: Jennifer Poirrier— City Manager, Daniel Slaughter—Assistant City
Manager, Alfred Battle —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 Rector
The meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m.
2. Invocation — Reverend Allee Woof from First 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 Juneteenth Proclamation, June 9, 2025 - Aliya Cruise, Parks and Recreation
4.2 Storm Water Resiliency Update
5. Approval of Minutes
5.1 Approve the minutes of the June 5, 2025 City Council meeting as submitted in written
summation by the City Clerk.
Vice Mayor Teixeira moved to approve the minutes of the June 5,
2025 City Council meeting as submitted in written summation by the
City Clerk. The motion was duly seconded and carried
unanimously.
Public Hearings - Not before 6:00 PM
6. Administrative Public Hearings
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6.1 Authorize a purchase order to Bausch Enterprises, Inc. of Stuart, FL for two aluminum
lifeguard towers in the amount of$137,025.00, pursuant to Sec. 2.563(1)(a) Single
source and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same.
Clearwater Fire & Rescue (CFR) is requesting authorization to purchase two
aluminum lifeguard towers to replace those destroyed during Hurricane Helene
in 2024. The proposed purchase includes one Bausch "ZERO" Tower (Tower
1) for$67,900.00 and one Bausch "LR" Tower (Tower 6) for $48,900.00. Tower
1, the larger of the two, will be installed on the beach in front of Opal Sands at
430 S. Gulfview Blvd., while Tower 6, which aligns with the size of the City's
current towers, will be placed at the San Marco Beach access on Clearwater's
north beach. Additional items totaling $20,225.00 are included in the requested
approval amount to cover accordion shutters for door windows, upper storage
shelves, delivery, assembly, and crane service charges. The total amount
requested for approval is $137,025.00.
In 2023, Procurement issued ITB 35-23, Aluminum Lifeguard Towers, for which
Bausch Enterprises, Inc. was the sole respondent. On July 20, 2023, City
Council approved CFR's purchase of three towers from Bausch. In 2024, the
City Manager approved the purchase of two additional towers as a standardized
purchase.
The City's continued use of this manufacturer ensures consistency in design,
maintenance, and operational procedures for relocating towers. Bausch
Enterprises, Inc. is the sole source supplier of Bausch Watchtowers, which is
the only aluminum lifeguard tower manufactured in the United States. These
towers feature powder-coated aluminum construction, which provides superior
durability and requires less maintenance in marine environments compared to
wood, while offering greater longevity than fiberglass. Bausch Watchtowers are
also the only towers on the market that can be built with specialized features
such as an 8-foot ground-to-platform height, integrated secured storage,
anodized aluminum railings, and customizable door widths to accommodate
various equipment needs.
Towers 1 and 6 were reported and adjusted as property in the open less the 5%
deductible.
Bausch Enterprises, Inc. delivered the towers to the City for Memorial Day
weekend and allowed them to be placed in service pending Council review for
approval. Should Council not approve the transaction, the towers will be
returned to Bausch Enterprises, Inc.
APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT:
Funding for this purchase will be coded to 1817525-564000-D2402, Hurricane
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Helene. Reimbursement from FEMA is being pursued but may not occur. This
will be funded by insurance recovery, possible FEMA reimbursement, and/or
reserves of the General Fund, Special Program Fund, or Central Insurance
Fund.
STRATEGIC PRIORITY:
Foster safe and healthy communities in Clearwater through first-class public
safety and emergency responses services. Adopt responsive levels of service
for public facilities and amenities, and identify resources required to sustain that
level of service.
Councilmember Allbritton moved to authorize a purchase order to
Bausch Enterprises, Inc. of Stuart, FL for two aluminum lifeguard
towers in the amount of$137,025.00, pursuant to Sec. 2.563(1)(a)
Single source and authorize the appropriate officials to execute
same. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
6.2 Approve a Contract for Sale of Vacant Real Property with Modern Realty of Tampa, LLC,
in the amount of$725,000.00, further defined by address 7240 US Hwy 19 N Pasco
County, FL, Parcel 32-25-16-0040-O0000-0040 within Section 32, Township 25 South,
Range 16 East; located in Pasco County, Florida, and authorize the appropriate officials
to execute same.
This property, now vacant, previously housed a remote operations building for
Clearwater Gas System, with a warehouse facility dedicated to Pasco natural
gas expansion field operations. The purpose of this sale is to sell off property
eventually secure a more cost-effective location in the central Pasco area
where most of the residential and commercial growth is occurring (i.e., between
State Road 52 and 54, near the Suncoast Parkway corridor).
On March 3, 2025, City Council declared this property as surplus and Invitation
to Bid (ITB) #33-25 was issued in May 2025. Modern Realty of Tampa, LLC
was the highest most responsive bidder in the amount of$725,000. In addition,
the land was appraised in November 2024 at $650,000, representing a
$450,000 increase over the initial purchase back in September 1995.
City staff have reviewed and support the Sale.
APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT:
Funds will be deposited into Account 423-364220 (Surplus Land Sales), a
revenue to the Gas Utility Enterprise Fund.
In response to a question, CGS Energy Executive Director Brian Langille
said the subject property was declared surplus a couple months ago.
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The City Attorney said the property went through the normal surplus and
invitation to bid process.
Councilmember Mannino moved to approve a Contract for Sale of
Vacant Real Property with Modern Realty of Tampa, LLC, in the
amount of$725,000.00, further defined by address 7240 US Hwy 19
N Pasco County, FL, Parcel 32-25-16-0040-O0000-0040 within
Section 32, Township 25 South, Range 16 East; located in Pasco
County, Florida, and authorize the appropriate officials to execute
same. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
6.3 Authorize purchase orders to multiple vendors for the purchase of ten refuse trucks in an
amount not-to-exceed $4,194,187.92, pursuant to Clearwater Code of Ordinances
Sections 2.563(1)(c) Piggyback purchasing and 2.563(1)(d) Non-competitive purchases;
authorize an increase to Purchase Order with Lubecore Florida LLC of Tampa, FL for fire
suppression and automated lubrication on seven of these refuse trucks in an amount of
$85,000.00 bringing the purchase order total to $335,000.00; declare the vehicles being
replaced as surplus and authorize for disposal at auction or trade-in, whichever is in the
best interest of the City, pursuant to Clearwater Code of Ordinances Sections 2.623(6),
(7)(c), (7)(e), authorize lease purchase under the City's Master Lease Purchase
Agreement or internal financing via an interfund loan from the Capital Improvement Fund,
whichever is deemed to be in the City's best interest, and authorize the appropriate
officials to execute same.
Due to ongoing manufacturing delays and extended lead times, the Solid Waste
Department is requesting expenditure authorization in a not-to-exceed amount
of$4,194,187.92 for the acquisition of ten refuse trucks in advance of the FY26
vehicle purchase and replacement cycle, which begins on October 1, 2025.
Of these, three front-end loaders, two automated side loaders, and one roll-off
truck will replace units already scheduled for replacement in FY26, specifically
units G3969, G4324, G4458, G4459, G4460, and G4652. The remaining four
trucks, two front-end loaders and two roll-offs, will be new additions to the Solid
Waste fleet.
To address operational gaps during vehicle repairs, the Department has been
renting two front-end loader (FEL) trucks from RDK, LLC over the past year,
which has proven to be a more costly solution. The proposed additions will
expand the fleet to a sufficient size to maintain service levels and reduce the
need for future rentals.
Procurement Details for Vehicle Acquisition:
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Sourcewell Contract#110223-MCN - Refuse Collection Vehicles with Related
Equipment, Accessories, and Services (valid through December 28, 2027)
• Procurement of four front-end loaders from Ten-8 Industrial totaling
$1,553,399.92, of which $1,487,922.72 is covered under the Sourcewell
contract. The remaining $65,477.20 represents non-competitive items
authorized under Clearwater Code Section 2.563(1)(d), for extended
warranties not included in the Sourcewell agreement.
o These front-end loaders are currently in stock and available for
immediate delivery, enabling the City to avoid extended lead
times and minimize risks associated with potential tariff
increases. Unlike the City's typical compressed natural gas
(CNG) models, these units are diesel-powered, enhancing fuel
diversity in the Solid Waste fleet and supporting operational
resilience in the event of a fuel supply disruption. Additionally,
each diesel unit is approximately $115,000 less expensive than
comparable alternative-fuel models.
Florida Sheriffs Association (FSA) Contract FSA23-VEH21.1 - Heavy
Trucks (valid through September 30, 2025)
• One front-end loader from Container Systems & Equipment totaling
$539,627.00, with $498,723.00 procured through the FSA contract and
$40,904.00 as non-competitive items under Section 2.563(1)(d), which
includes optional features and extended warranty coverage.
• Three roll-off trucks from Florida Kenworth LLC totaling $1,120,401.00,
fully procured under the FSA contract.
• Two automated side loaders from Florida Kenworth LLC totaling
$980,760.00, with $976,988.00 under contract pricing and $3,772.00 in
non-competitive items under Section 2.563(1)(d).
The optional features are purchased directly from the dealer and are impractical
to bid due to delay in receipt of vehicle, warranty concerns with aftermarket
installations, and/or unavailability of specific manufacturer parts from a different
vendor. These add-on features are generally offered below Manufacturer
Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) when purchased directly through the dealer.
The Procurement Division will ensure pricing compliance.
Additionally, on December 5, 2024, City Council authorized a purchase order to
Lubecore Florida, LLC in the amount of$250,000.00 for the purchase and
installation of Dafo fire suppression systems and automated lubrication
systems for Solid Waste and Recycling vehicles. An increase of$85,000.00 is
now being requested to equip seven of the newly acquired refuse trucks with
these systems, bringing the total purchase order amount to $335,000.00.
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Lastly, authorization is requested to declare units G3969, G4324, G4458,
G4459, G4460, and G4652 as surplus and approve their disposal via Tampa
Machinery Auction (Tampa, FL) or Royal Auction Group (Zephyrhills, FL), in
accordance with Clearwater Code Section 2.623(6). Tampa Machinery Auction
was competitively solicited under Pinellas County Contract No. 190-0534-R(JJ),
valid through November 17, 2027, and Royal Auction Group under Contract No.
190-537-R, valid through November 16, 2027.
These vehicles have reached the end of their useful and economic life, as
determined by factors including age, total usage, mileage/hours of operation,
historical maintenance costs relative to comparable vehicles, operating costs
per mile/hour, projected repair needs, and overall physical condition.
APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT:
A third quarter budget amendment will provide the following increases to capital
projects:
• An increase of$2,670,553.96 in lease/purchase funding to L1910,
Motorized Equipment Replacement - L/P
• An increase of$1,523,633.96 in lease/purchase funding to L2301,
Motorized Equipment Purchases - L/P
These projects are budgeted in the Garage Fund utilizing internal financing
(lease/purchase) revenue. The Garage Fund is an internal service fund of the
city established to support city-wide fleet operations.
STRATEGIC PRIORITY:
These purchases help accomplish strategic objective 1.2. Fleet division
operators maintain public infrastructure to deliver effective and efficient services
by optimizing City assets and resources.
Councilmember Cotton moved to authorize purchase orders to
multiple vendors for the purchase of ten refuse trucks in an amount
not-to-exceed $4,194,187.92, pursuant to Clearwater Code of
Ordinances Sections 2.563(1)(c) Piggyback purchasing and 2.563(1)
(d) Non-competitive purchases; authorize an increase to Purchase
Order with Lubecore Florida LLC of Tampa, FL for fire suppression
and automated lubrication on seven of these refuse trucks in an
amount of$85,000.00 bringing the purchase order total to
$335,000.00; declare the vehicles being replaced as surplus and
authorize for disposal at auction or trade-in, whichever is in the best
interest of the City, pursuant to Clearwater Code of Ordinances
Sections 2.623(6), (7)(c), (7)(e); authorize lease purchase under the
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City's Master Lease Purchase Agreement or internal financing via
an interfund loan from the Capital Improvement Fund, whichever is
deemed to be in the City's best interest, and authorize the
appropriate officials to execute same. The motion was duly
seconded and carried unanimously.
6.4 Item pulled.
6.5 Accept a 2025/26 Florida Highway Beautification Council Grant (FHBCG) for the
beautification of medians on Missouri Avenue from Bayview Drive to Court Street in the
amount of$435,772 between the Florida Department of Transportation District Seven
and the City of Clearwater associated with Project 2 - SR 595 and SR 651, established
by Capital Improvement Project, Missouri Avenue Median Beautification (G2507),
authorize the appropriate officials to execute same, and adopt Resolution 25-09.
On August 14, 2024, the City's Parks & Recreation Department submitted
Beautification Grant Application Package to the Florida Department of
Transportation (FDOT) District Seven for the purposes of securing funding for
the renovations and improvements to landscaping within the Missouri Avenue
right-of-way (ROW) between Bayview Drive and Court Street.
On January 24, 2025, the City received formal approval notice the FDOT
District Seven granting an HLRMOA FY2025 Program Grant of$435,772.00.
Missouri Avenue is a state-owned ROW and is one of the primary entryways
into the City and a significant north-south corridor leading to and through the
City. The City currently maintains landscaping within the medians of the ROW
according to an approved Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) from FDOT.
The grant funding of$435,772.00 will cover costs associated with, plants, soils,
installation, labor, soil amendments, staking, and maintenance of traffic (MOT).
City funding of$114,228.00 will cover the cost for plan design, irrigation system
repairs, and establishment of the plants. Total cost for the project will be
$550,000.00.
The Parks & Recreation Department recommended acceptance of these funds
pending the final MOA from FDOT which came back to the Council for final
approval on March 6, 2025. Council approved the acceptance of the grant
award at that time and a Resolution to the same is required.
APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT:
A first quarter budget amendment established capital improvement project
G2507, Missouri Ave Medians with a total budget of$550,000 ($435,772.00 in
grant revenue and $114,228.00 in General Fund revenues) to account for
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revenues and expenditures related to this grant agreement.
STRATEGIC PRIORITY:
Approval of the purchase order supports several Strategic Plan Objectives,
including:
1.2: Maintain public infrastructure, mobility systems, natural lands,
environmental resources, and historic features through systematic
management efforts.
1.3: Adopt responsive levels of service for public facilities and amenities,
and identify resources required to sustain that level of service.
2.3: Promote Clearwater as a premier destination for entertainment,
cultural experiences, tourism, and national sporting events.
3.1: Support neighborhood identity through services and programs that
empower community pride and belonging.
3.2: Preserve community livability through responsible development
standards, proactive code compliance, and targeted revitalization.
4.3: Protect the conservation of urban forests and public green spaces
to promote biodiversity and reduce our carbon footprint.
Resolution 25-09 was presented and read by title only.
Vice Mayor Teixeira moved to accept a 2025/26 Florida Highway
Beautification Council Grant (FHBCG) for the beautification of
medians on Missouri Avenue from Bayview Drive to Court Street in
the amount of $435,772 between the Florida Department of
Transportation District Seven and the City of Clearwater associated
with Project 2 - SR 595 and SR 651, established by Capital
Improvement Project, Missouri Avenue Median Beautification
(G2507), authorize the appropriate officials to execute same, and
adopt Resolution 25-09. The motion was duly seconded and upon
roll call, the vote was:
Ayes: 5 - Mayor Rector, Vice Mayor Teixeira, Councilmember Allbritton,
Councilmember Cotton and Councilmember Mannino
6.6 Approve purchase orders to Berger's Power Washing, LLC of Spring Hill, FL (primary)
and Emerald Facility Management of St. Petersburg, FL (secondary) for pressure
washing and cleaning services of city hardscaping in a cumulative annual amount not to
exceed $275,000.00 for a one-year term, beginning June 1, 2025 through May 31, 2026,
with two one-year renewal options, pursuant to Invitation to Bid 20-25 and authorize the
appropriate officials to execute same.
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Invitation to Bid (ITB) 20-25 - Pressure Washing Services was issued in March
2025, and the City received 14 responsive bids. Berger's Power Washing, LLC
and Emerald Facility Management were identified as the lowest responsive
bidders in accordance with the bid specifications.
Although Berger submitted the lowest overall pricing, their limited staffing,
consisting of only one employee, and minimal equipment capacity raise
concerns about their ability to fulfill citywide service requirements. In
accordance with City Code, contracts must be awarded to the lowest
responsive and responsible bidder.
Therefore, the City recommends a dual award: designating Berger Power
Washing as the primary vendor and Emeralds Facility Management as the
secondary vendor, to ensure service continuity should the primary vendor be
unable to meet the contract's demands.
While Santana submitted lower pricing in select categories, their overall cost
was higher due to increase per-square-foot rates for services commonly
required during the contract term. As a result, Emerald is the second lowest
vendor for all categories.
This contract will support pressure washing services throughout the city,
including high-traffic tourism areas, the Downtown District, parks, and ballfields.
Although ITB 20-25 was issued primarily to support the Parks & Recreation
Department, other city departments may utilize the contract throughout its term.
Therefore, staff is requesting authorization to award contracts to Berger's
Power Washing, LLC and Emerald Facility Management for annual citywide
pressure washing services in an amount not to exceed $275,000.00.
APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT:
Funding for these contracts will come from a variety of general fund sources,
but primarily from various maintenance cost centers within the Parks and
Recreation Department, and other departments' contractual services budget as
additional services are utilized.
STRATEGIC PRIORITY:
Approval of the purchase order supports several Strategic Plan Objectives,
including:
1.2: Maintain public infrastructure, mobility systems, natural lands,
environmental resources, and historic features through systematic
management efforts;
2.3: Promote Clearwater as a premier destination for entertainment, cultural
experiences, tourism, and national sporting events; and
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3.2: Preserve community livability through responsible development
standards, proactive code compliance, and targeted revitalization.
Councilmember Allbritton moved to approve purchase orders to
Berger's Power Washing, LLC of Spring Hill, FL, and Emerald
Facility Management of St. Petersburg, FL, for pressure washing
and cleaning services of city hardscaping in a cumulative annual
amount not to exceed $275,000.00 for a one-year term beginning
June 1, 2025 through May 31, 2026, with two one-year renewal
options, pursuant to Invitation to Bid 20-25 and authorize
appropriate officials to execute same. The motion was duly
seconded and carried unanimously.
6.7 Approve Supplemental One Work Order and an increase to purchase order under the
continuing services contract with Ardurra of Tampa, FL, for Solid Waste Truck Wash
Replacement Design, Permitting and Construction Services (23-0021-SW), in the
amount of$251,748.00 for a new total of$499,295.00 pursuant to Request for
Qualifications (RFQ) 34-23, Engineer of Record (EOR) Consulting Services, and
authorize the appropriate officials to execute same.
The City's Solid Waste and Recycling Department operates a truck washing
facility at its Solid Waste Complex located at 1701 N. Hercules Avenue. This
facility is used to manually clean waste collection vehicles, transfer trailers,
roll-off containers, and commercial compactors.
Ardurra Group, Inc. was issued a Work Order to provide design, permitting, and
construction management services to upgrade the facility. The improvements
include the addition of one or two automated truck washing systems and up to
two manual wash bays, equipped with new equipment similar to the existing
equipment. The automated system will be a turn-key solution, designed,
fabricated and installed by a truck wash manufacturer. Both the automated and
manual systems will be open-air (not enclosed in a building), with chemical
storage tanks and other associated equipment either placed on a covered
concrete pad adjacent to the systems or housed within the existing truck wash
building, if possible.
Upgrades will also include improvements to lighting, ventilation and electrical
systems within the existing truck wash building to bring them into compliance
with current code requirements.
The original work order for the Solid Waste Automatic Truck Wash was
approved by Council on March 7, 2024.
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The project was originally planned to be delivered through the Construction
Manager at Risk (CMAR) method, utilizing one of the City's pre-qualified CMAR
firms. However, the CMAR's construction cost estimate exceeded the City's
CMAR contract cap of$4 million. The initial construction estimate was
$3,096,424.00, but the updated estimate is $5,055,469.00, a difference of
$1,959,045.00, primarily due to unforeseen but necessary site improvements.
As a result, the City will now proceed with a traditional design-bid-build
procurement approach, issuing a hard construction bid.
During the Pre-Design Phase, a comprehensive site planning effort was
conducted to enhance traffic flow and accommodate future improvements.
Several elements not included in the original scope were added, increasing the
design and permitting requirements. These additions include:
• Paving of the site's southeast corner, along with design and permitting
for related stormwater improvements.
• Installation of new site lighting and security cameras.
• Addition of metal roofs over both truck wash bays, including structural
design for concrete foundations.
• Design of an aluminum catwalk to provide safe access to the tops of
trucks in the manual wash bay.
• Completion of a cost analysis comparing recycled versus once-through
water automated truck wash systems and evaluating the operational
impact of using reclaimed water.
• Installation and permitting of new potable water, reclaimed water, and
wastewater mains.
• Installation of a new electrical service to support both truck washes.
• Expanded engineering services during construction to accommodate
the increased scope.
Although the estimated construction cost has exceeded $4 million, soliciting
qualifications for design services from a new EOR is not practical due to the
advanced stage of design already completed. This Supplemental Work Order in
the amount of$251,748.00 includes compensation for Ardurra to complete the
design and permitting to a level suitable for bidding and to provide engineering
services during the bidding and construction phases for the expanded scope
bringing the total to $499,295.00
APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT:
3247324-530100-C2411 $251,748.00
Funds are available in Capital Improvements Project C2411, SW Truck Wash
Facility.
This project is funded by revenues from the Solid Waste and Recycling Utility
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Fund.
STRATEGIC PRIORITY:
This item falls under objective 1.2 (maintaining public infrastructure) within High
Performing Government and objective 4.2 within Environmental Stewardship
(waste reduction practices).
Councilmember Mannino moved to approve Supplemental One
Work Order and an increase to purchase order under the continuing
services contract with Ardurra of Tampa, FL, for Solid Waste Truck
Wash Replacement Design, Permitting and Construction Services
(23-0021-SW), in the amount of$251,748.00 for anew total of
$499,295.00 pursuant to Request for Qualifications (RFQ) 34-23,
Engineer of Record (EOR) Consulting Services, and authorize the
appropriate officials to execute same. The motion was duly
seconded and carried unanimously.
6.8 Approve the final plat for Forrest Villas located at the intersection of Kings Highway and
Freedom Drive.
The proposed plat will create four lots.
The subdivision contains approximately 2.2 acres.
The preliminary plat was approved by the development review committee on
January 23, 2025.
STRATEGIC PRIORITY:
1.2 - Maintain public infrastructure, mobility systems, natural lands,
environmental resources, and historic features through systematic
management efforts. 1.5 - Embrace a culture of innovation that drives
continuous improvement and successfully serves all our customers. 2.1-
Strengthen public-private initiatives that attract, develop, and retain diversified
business sectors. 2.3 - Promote Clearwater as a premiere destination for
entertainment, cultural experiences, and tourism.
Councilmember Cotton moved to approve the final plat for Forrest
Villas located at the intersection of Kings Highway and Freedom
Drive. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
6.9 Approve an increase to the purchase order of Inliner Solutions, LLC, of Sanford, FL, for
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Stormwater Pipe Lining (Section C) in the amount of$400,000.00, increasing year two of
the contract from $500,000.00 to $900,000.00 on a unit price basis, pursuant to Invitation
to Bid (ITB) 23-0036-EN and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same.
On March 7, 2024, City Council approved the original contract award to Inliner
Solutions for $500,000.00. Then on September 17, 2024, Council approved an
increase of$1,600,000.00, bringing the funding for year one to $2,100,000.00.
The Inliner contract is currently in year two (April 1, 2025 through March 31,
2026) of the four-year contract term. Funding is allocated annually to perform
inspection and lining of stormwater pipes, primarily based on average pipe
diameters within the City's stormwater conveyance system. Following a
blockage that occurred during Hurricane Milton, Inliner was directed to line three
60-inch diameter stormwater pipes along Stewart Boulevard. These large
diameter repairs were initially scheduled for completion during the first of the
contract, when sufficient funding was available. However, they were postponed
due to Public Works' focus on storm recovery and response efforts and related
scheduling delays. Lining the 60-inch pipes provided on Stewart provided a
cost-effective and timely repair alternative to open cut replacement, minimizing
disruption to the surrounding residents.
The unused funding under this project that was allocated for year one will be
carried forward to year two, allowing for the inspection and lining of planned pipe
segments in addition to the repair and lining of the larger pipes on Stewart Blvd.
Funding for the years three and four will remain at $500,000.00 annually.
APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT:
ENST1 80001-CONS-CNSTRC $400,000
Funding for this contract is available in Capital Improvement Project
ENST180001, Storm System Improvements, to fund this increase of$400,000.
This project is funded by revenues from the Stormwater Utility Enterprise Fund.
STRATEGIC PRIORITY:
Adopt responsive levels of service for public facilities and amenities, and identify
resources required to sustain that level of service. Support proactive climate
resiliency strategies based in science to protect natural and built environments
from impacts associated with sea level rise. Generate organizational success
through collaborative engagement and inclusive decision-making to create
shared value outcomes. Preserve community livability through responsible
development standards, proactive code compliance, and targeted revitalization.
In response to questions, Stormwater Maintenance Division Manager
Edward Wilmes said start the item before Council will address a particular
segment of a large pipe on Stewart Boulevard. There are three pipes, six
inches in diameter, that go from one detention pond on one side of the street
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across to the detention pond on the other side of the street. He said
during Milton and Helene, the pipe was blocked with a floating island and
in the process of removing the floating island, staff discovered there were
holes in the pipe and soil intrusion.
Vice Mayor Teixeira moved to approve an increase to the purchase
order of Inliner Solutions, LLC, of Sanford, FL, for Stormwater Pipe
Lining (Section C) in the amount of $400,000.00, increasing year two
of the contract from $500,000.00 to $900,000.00 on a unit price basis,
pursuant to Invitation to Bid (ITB) 23-0036-EN and authorize the
appropriate officials to execute same. The motion was duly
seconded and carried unanimously.
6.10Approve to convey a Perpetual (ten foot sidewalk) Easement to the State of Florida
Department of Transportation (FDOT) as further defined The East 10 feet of Lots 5 and 6,
Block 8, Magnolia Park according to the Map or Plat thereof recorded in Plat Book 3,
Page 43 of the Public Records of Pinellas County, Florida; in support of the proposed
City Hall development at 200 S Myrtle Ave, Clearwater, Florida.
The City as landowner shall convey (give) to FDOT a perpetual ten-foot
sidewalk easement in support of the proposed City Hall development. The
proposed easement is a FDOT requirement.
A water line has been confirmed within this easement with all development
plans marked to preserve.
The new City Hall project includes new sidewalk along the west side of Myrtle
Avenue ranging from 8 to 26 feet wide as well as an ADA accessible ramp and
entry stairs to the proposed new building. A landscape buffer will be constructed
along the back of curb.
City and Legal staff have reviewed and approved this Perpetual Easement.
STRATEGIC PRIORITY:
1.5 Embrace a culture of innovation that drives continuous improvement and
successfully serves all our customers.
Councilmember Allbritton moved to approve to convey a Perpetual
(ten foot sidewalk) Easement to the State of Florida Department of
Transportation (FDOT) as further defined The East 10 feet of Lots 5
and 6, Block 8, Magnolia Park according to the Map or Plat thereof
recorded in Plat Book 3, Page 43 of the Public Records of Pinellas
County, Florida; in support of the proposed City Hall development
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at 200 S Myrtle Ave, Clearwater, Florida. The motion was duly
seconded and carried unanimously.
6.11Approve to convey a Distribution Easement to Duke Energy Florida, LLC, and further
described as the Easement Area located within Lots 1-10 of Block 8, Magnolia Park and
Lots 1-10 of Block 5, Magnolia Park, less the Right of Way in the Northeast corner of Lot
5 of the plat as recorded in Plat Book 3, Page 43, Pinellas County, FL Public Records, in
support of the proposed City Hall development located at 200 S Myrtle Avenue,
Clearwater, Florida and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same.
The City shall convey (give) a Distribution Easement (DU) to Duke Energy that
will be further refined within 90 days of the utility's final placement with a
Descriptive Easement in support of the proposed downtown utility
undergrounding efforts adjacent to the new City Hall and PSTA new Multi-Modal
Transit Center developments.
This two-step easement is designed to both initiate the ordering of utilities with
the freedom to make adjustments due to field conditions or design changes as
needed for the utilities. The proposed Easement will convey a 20.00-foot wide
Easement Area for each switchgear and a 10.00 foot wide "Easement Area"
lying 5.00 feet on each side of Duke's facilities which shall be installed at
mutually agreeable locations. After installation of the facilities, the City will have
the option to provide a sketch and description to further refine the easement
area within 90 days after installation.
City staff have reviewed and approved this Distribution Easement.
STRATEGIC PRIORITY:
1.5 Embrace a culture of innovation that drives continuous improvement and
successfully serves all our customers.
Councilmember Mannino moved to approve to convey a
Distribution Easement to Duke Energy Florida, LLC, and further
described as the Easement Area located within Lots 1-10 of Block 8,
Magnolia Park and Lots 1-10 of Block 5, Magnolia Park, less the
Right of Way in the Northeast corner of Lot 5 of the plat as recorded
in Plat Book 3, Page 43, Pinellas County, FL Public Records, in
support of the proposed City Hall development located at 200 S
Myrtle Avenue, Clearwater, Florida and authorize the appropriate
officials to execute same. The motion was duly seconded and
carried unanimously.
6.12Approve a Purchase Order to Flotech Environmental LLC (Flotech), of Miami Beach, FL,
for stormwater conveyance pipe and structure cleaning, inspecting, lining and repair
services in the not-to-exceed amount of$2,000,000.00, for an initial one-year term, with
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option for two additional one-year terms on a unit price basis, pursuant to Clearwater
Code of Ordinances Section 2.563.(1)(c), Piggyback, and authorize the appropriate
officials to execute the same.
The City of Clearwater maintains approximately 157 miles of underground
stormwater piping which is routinely inspected and reported as part of the City's
MS4 permit filing. These inspections have identified a significant number of pipe
segments in need of cleaning, lining and/or repair. Clogged or failing pipes
cannot carry the volume of stormwater they were intended to carry, leading to
localized flooding, surface depressions (sink holes), washouts and soil erosion,
pond silting and loss of storage capacity.
Pipe lining is the preferred method of storm pipe repair. The contractor
determines the suitability of lining each segment by video- inspecting the inside
of the pipe. Lining is typically more cost-effective than pipe replacement as
there is no need for excavation and restoration costs. Pipelining extends the
service-life of the pipe, minimizes impacts to the public, and is faster than
traditional significant point repairs or pipe replacement.
The City currently contracts with Inliner Solutions, LLC for pipelining and repair
services. While Inliner continues to address segments in need of repair, Inliner
is unable to meet the current volume of demand. To help reduce the backlog
and accelerate repairs, the Stormwater Division intends to onboard additional
contractor(s) via numerous piggyback contracts.
Public Works Department seeks approval to hire Flotech under two piggyback
contracts utilizing various line items in their existing agreements with the City of
Oviedo, FL and Miami Beach, FL. A cost comparison shows Flotech's pricing is
comparable or lower than the current Inliner contract.
Authorization is requested to utilize the following contracts with Flotech through
a piggyback for an initial one-year term, with the option to renew for two
additional years. If the originating agency elects not to extend the contract, no
additional services will be procured under the piggyback.
• City of Oviedo, Invitation to Bid No. 24-20, Storm Sewer Rehabilitation -
for cleaning, inspecting, lining, root cutting, and injection grouting; valid
through October 14, 2027, with the option to renew for two additional
years.
• City of Miami Beach, Invitation to Bid (ITB) #2025-076-DF for Outfall
Cleaning and Maintenance Services - for cleaning, inspecting, lining,
alluvial fan removal, hauling and disposal, mangrove trimming, and box
culvert cleaning; valid through February 3, 2028, with the option to renew
for two additional years.
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These are unit price contracts, not to exceed a combined total of$2,000,000.00
annually, with an anticipated start date of July 2025.
This proposed addition of contractor support will enable the City to transition
from a reactive maintenance model to a proactive annual maintenance
program, completing regular cleaning, inspection, rehabilitation and repair of
Clearwater's stormwater infrastructure. Public Works will ensure that we are
selecting the best option for the services we are requesting.
APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT:
ENST1 80001-CONS-CNSTRC $2,000,000.00
Funding for this contract is available in Capital Improvement Project
ENST180001, Storm System Improvements, to fund this purchase order of
$2,000,000.
The project is funded by revenues from the Stormwater Utility Enterprise Fund.
STRATEGIC PRIORITY:
1.2 Maintain public infrastructure, mobility systems, natural lands, environmental
resources, and historic features through systematic management efforts.
Councilmember Cotton moved to approve a Purchase Order to
Flotech Environmental LLC (Flotech), of Miami Beach, FL, for
stormwater conveyance pipe and structure cleaning, inspecting,
lining and repair services in the not-to-exceed amount of
$2,000,000.00, for an initial one-year term, with option for two
additional one-year terms on a unit price basis, pursuant to
Clearwater Code of Ordinances Section 2.563.(1)(c), Piggyback, and
authorize the appropriate officials to execute the same. The motion
was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
6.13Authorize a purchase order for Wastequip Manufacturing Company LLC of Charlotte, NC
for the purchase of roll-off containers, compactors, and compactor parts in a
not-to-exceed amount of$420,000.00 for term June 3, 2025 through June 2, 2026,
pursuant to Clearwater Code of Ordinance Section 2.563 (1)(c) Piggyback purchasing,
and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same.
The City of Clearwater's Solid Waste/Recycling Department provides collection
service for putrescible garbage, construction and demolition debris, and
recyclables from commercial customers. Large amounts of debris may be
transported in roll-off containers and compactors by city collection vehicles to
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state-permitted disposal facilities.
The standardization of Wastequip compactors expedites repairs and
maintenance, eliminates excessive equipment downtime, as well as reduces
the inventory volume of parts and supplies to be maintained by staff.
Authorization is requested to piggyback off Sourcewell#040621-WQI contract
extension signed through June 2, 2026, Bulk Solid Waste and Recycling
Equipment, which will allow Solid Waste to purchase new, replacement
equipment, and repair parts for compactors and roll-off containers.
During the current fiscal year, 2025, $381,468.69 has been spent with
Wastequip Manufacturing Company for purchase of roll-off containers,
compactors and compactor parts.
APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT:
Funding for the current year's portion of this purchase order are available in
Solid Waste cost code 4242083-564500, Commercial Refuse Compactors, and
4242089-552510, Roll-off Refuse Containers. Funding for future years will be
requested as part of the annual budget process.
Solid Waste operating costs are funded by revenues from the Solid Waste and
Recycling Utility Enterprise Fund.
STRATEGIC PRIORITY:
This item falls under objectives of 1.2 (maintain public infrastructure) and 1.3
(adopt responsive levels of service) within High Performing Government and
objective 4.2 (waste reduction practices) within Environmental Stewardship.
Vice Mayor Teixeira moved to authorize a purchase order for
Wastequip Manufacturing Company LLC of Charlotte, NC for the
purchase of roll-off containers, compactors, and compactor parts in
a not-to-exceed amount of $420,000.00 for term June 3, 2025
through June 2, 2026, pursuant to Clearwater Code of Ordinance
Section 2.563 (1)(c) Piggyback purchasing, and authorize the
appropriate officials to execute same. The motion was duly
seconded and carried unanimously.
7. Second Readings - Public Hearing
7.1 Adopt Ordinance 9811-25 on second reading to vacate the west five-foot city utility
easement by request of landowner Aaron Petersen located at 2074 Douglas Ave,
Clearwater, FL, per Exhibits A and B, further defined the west 5 feet of Lot 5, and the
west 5 of the south 20 feet of Lot 4, all in Block X of Bay Terrace and Bay Terrace
addition, according to the map or plat thereof as recorded in Plat Book 13, Page 22 of
the public records of Pinellas County, FL.
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Ordinance 9811-25 was presented and read by title only.
Councilmember Allbritton moved to adopt Ordinance 9811-25 on
second and final reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon
roll call, the vote was:
Ayes: 5 - Mayor Rector, Vice Mayor Teixeira, Councilmember Allbritton,
Councilmember Cotton and Councilmember Mannino
7.2 Adopt Ordinance 9826-25 on second reading, amending the City's fiscal year 2024/25
operating budget at mid-year.
Ordinance 9826-25 was presented and read by title only.
Councilmember Mannino moved to adopt Ordinance 9826-25 on
second and final reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon
roll call, the vote was:
Ayes: 5 - Mayor Rector, Vice Mayor Teixeira, Councilmember Allbritton,
Councilmember Cotton and Councilmember Mannino
7.3 Adopt Ordinance 9827-25 on second reading, amending the City's fiscal year 2024/25
capital improvement budget at mid-year.
Ordinance 9827-25 was presented and read by title only.
Councilmember Cotton moved to adopt Ordinance 9827-25 on
second and final reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon
roll call, the vote was:
Ayes: 5 - Mayor Rector, Vice Mayor Teixeira, Councilmember Allbritton,
Councilmember Cotton and Councilmember Mannino
8. City Manager Reports
The City Manager thanked Amplify Clearwater for today's events as it was
a great opportunity to show off what the organization has accomplished.
She thanked the team for their dedication and efforts.
9. City Attorney Reports — None.
10. Other Council Action
10.1 Letter from Attorney General James Uthmeier - Councilmember Cotton
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Councilmember Cotton said he requested the discussion item be placed
on the agenda because he spoke with the Attorney General's office. He
said the letter should be taken seriously and pertains solely on the
concern of religious discrimination. The Attorney General's office does
not intend to involve itself with the vacation process of local
municipalities but suggested the City needs to do what it does for all.
Discussion ensued with consensus for the discussion item be placed on
the next work session agenda. It was suggested the City Attorney provide
a memorandum of opinion in response to the letter.
It was stated that the vacation process has not changed.
One individual opposed the proposed Church of Scientology park and
entertainment hall.
11. Closing comments by Councilmembers (limited to 3 minutes)
Vice Mayor Teixeira reviewed recent and upcoming events.
12. Closing Comments by Mayor
The Mayor reviewed recent and upcoming events.
13. Adjourn
The meeting adjourned at 7:03 p.m.
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