CITY OF INDIAN ROCKS BEACH

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1 MINUTES CITY OF INDIAN ROCKS BEACH REGULAR CITY COMMISSION MEETING The Indian Rocks Beach Regular City Commission Meeting was held on, in the City Commission Chambers, 1507 Bay Palm Boulevard, Indian Rocks Beach, Florida. Mayor-Commissioner Johnson called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m., followed by the Pledge of Allegiance and a moment of silence. PRESENT: Mayor-Commissioner R.B. Johnson Vice Mayor-Commissioner Joanne Cookie Kennedy Commissioner Terry Hamilton-Wollin Commissioner Phil J. Hanna Commissioner Daniel J. Torres City Manager Charles S. Coward City Attorney Maura J. Kiefer City Clerk Deanne Bulino O Reilly Finance Director M. Earl Sanders Assistant Finance Director Lisa Robinson 7:40 p.m.) Planning and Zoning Director Danny E. Taylor Public Services Director Dean Scharmen Library Director Jane Mitchell 1A. ORDINANCE NO PUBLIC HEARING/SECOND AND FINAL READING. Adopting the final levying of ad valorem taxes for the City of Indian Rocks Beach, Pinellas County, Florida, Fiscal Year (Official Publication Date: September 20, 2009.) BACKGROUND: The City Commission previously established the tentative millage rate for FY2009/10 at ; the same rate as the previous fiscal year. Once the tentative millage rate is established, the permanent millage rate cannot exceed that rate, but can be lowered. FINANCIAL IMPACT: With a millage rate of , the estimated tax collection is $1,709,311, based on a 96% collection rate. City Attorney Kiefer read Ordinance No in its entirety. Page 1 of 15

2 Mayor Johnson opened the public hearing. City Manager Coward presented the Agenda Memorandum, stating staff is recommending a millage rate of 2.000, the same as last year s. Seeing and/or hearing no one wishing to speak, Mayor Johnson closed the public hearing. MOTION MADE BY COMMISSIONER TORRES, SECONDED BY VICE MAYOR KENNEDY, TO APPROVE ORDINANCE NO , ADOPTING THE FINAL LEVYING OF AD VALOREM TAXES FOR THE CITY OF INDIAN ROCKS BEACH, PINELLAS COUNTY, FLORIDA, FISCAL YEAR 2009/2010, AT ON SECOND AND FINAL READING. ROLL CALL VOTE: WOLLIN YES TORRES YES HANNA YES KENNEDY YES JOHNSON YES MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 1B. ORDINANCE NO PUBLIC HEARING/SECOND AND FINAL READING. Adopting a budget for Fiscal Year 2009/2010; making appropriations and operating expenditures for Fiscal Year 2009/2010. (Official Publication Date: September 20, 2009.) BACKGROUND: The City Commission reviewed the proposed budget for FY2009/10 during the July 9, 2009 and July 23, 2009 Budget Work Sessions. During the Budget Work Sessions, the City Manager and Finance Director made presentations giving an overview of the FY2009/10 Program Budget and together, the City Commission and staff reviewed all aspects of the proposed budget in detail. The Final Budget for FY2009/10 is the result of these July Budget Work Sessions. FISCAL IMPACT: With the approval of the Final Budget for FY2009/10, the City will establish a spending plan for FY2009/10. City Attorney Kiefer read Ordinance No by title only. Mayor Johnson opened the public hearing. Page 2 of 15

3 Finance Director Sanders reviewed the budget noting the importance of the accomplishments: no raise in the millage rate, no reduction in services, and there were no layoffs to balance the budget. Seeing and/or hearing no one else wishing to speak, Mayor Johnson closed the public hearing. MOTION MADE BY COMMISSIONER TORRES, SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER HANNA, ADOPTING A BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009/2010; MAKING APPROPRIATIONS AND OPERATING EXPENDITURES FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009/2010, ON SECOND AND FINAL READING. ROLL CALL VOTE: WOLLIN YES TORRES YES HANNA YES KENNEDY YES JOHNSON YES MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 2A. REPORTS of the Pinellas County Sheriff s Office. Sergeant Joseph Gerretz reviewed the August 2009 Crime Analysis Report, and thereafter, addressed the City Commission questions and/or concerns. 3. PUBLIC COMMENTS. Don House, 2104 Beach Trail, commented that the Beach Bee reported that the City lost part of the Grieshaber Lawsuit and will be paying a portion of Mr. Grieshaber s attorney s fees. He stated it was his understanding that the City had prevailed and inquired what happened; did the City prevail 100%. 4. ORGANIZATIONAL REMARKS. Patti Muneio, President of the Indian Rocks Beach Historical Society, announced their Fall Luncheon on Saturday, September 26, 2009, from Noon to 2:00 p.m. She thanked the City Commission for appropriating funds for the historical museum expansion and for restrooms in Chic-A-Si Park. 5A. REPORTS OF THE CITY ATTORNEY. Page 3 of 15

4 GRIESHABER LAWSUIT: City Attorney Kiefer provided an update on the Grieshaber Lawsuit; stating that the City did prevail 100% on its complaint; however, Mr. Grieshaber did prevail on one of his counterclaims. 4B. REPORTS OF THE CITY MANAGER. MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT: Finance Director Sanders presented the Monthly Financial Report for the period ending August 31, CUSO S ON THE BEACH - SIGN COMPLIANCE: City Manager Coward reported that Cuso s on the Beach, 2405 Gulf Boulevard, is the only sign that is not in compliance. He advised Cuso s has been cited and has pleaded not guilty in County Court and has requested a trial. City Attorney Kiefer stated Cuso s is pleading economic hardship. BUILDING DIRECTOR/OFFICIAL RESIGNATION: City Manager Coward announced that Building Director/Official Mortellite will be retiring in October, and advised that the position has been posted. DESIGNATING THE CITY COMMISSION AS THE LOCAL PLANNING AGENCY: City Manager Coward recommended that discussion of designating the City Commission as the Local Planning Agency be placed on hold until after the EAR-Based Amendments to the Comprehensive Plan are adopted due to legal complications. OFFSHORE DRILLING: CONSENSUS FOR STAFF TO DRAFT A RESOLUTION OPPOSING OFFSHORE DRILLING FOR THE OCTOBER 13, 2009 CITY COMMISSION AGENDA FOR CONSIDERATION. NOVEMBER 24, 2009 CITY COMMISSION MEETING: City Manager Coward inquired if the City Commission was interested in either rescheduling or cancelling its November 24, 2009 Regular City Commission Meeting due to the Thanksgiving Day holidays. 5C. REPORTS OF THE CITY COMMISSION. COMMISSIONER TORRES: Stated he is sad to see Building Official Mortellite leave the City, and noted his support of keeping the position and the importance of each city having its own Building Official, which makes Building Departments run much smoother. COMMISSIONER HANNA: Commented Building Official Mortellite has always been fair, but firm. Page 4 of 15

5 Reported the topic of the week at the Pinellas County Sheriff s Office Community Policing Academy was child pornography on the Internet. VICE MAYOR KENNEDY: Announced that the Indian Rocks Volunteer Firemen s Association Seventh Annual Commitment to Excellence in Leadership Awards Dinner is October 9, 2009, which is a gala benefit event honoring Mike Alstott. Tickets are $100 per individual and $160 per couple. She stated the gala not only raises much needed dollars for equipment and training, but it is also their way of recognizing individuals in Pinellas County who share their commitment to excellence in leadership and service to the people of their communities. Commented regarding the Beach Art Center and its financial status, and suggested consideration of helping the Center financially in the future. COMMISSIONER WOLLIN: Advised that the Barrier Islands Governmental Council (BIG-C) discussion on offshore drilling scheduled for September 30, 2009, has been rescheduled to October. She announced that Indian Rocks Beach will be th hosting the September 30 meeting, and the guest speaker is Deborah Clark, Pinellas County Supervisor of Elections. MAYOR JOHNSON: Reported on the Florida Shore and Beach Preservation Association s Annual Conference. He noted the main topics were offshore oil drilling and the future beach renourishment projects. 6. ADDITIONS/DELETIONS. None. 7. CONSENT AGENDA: B. APPROVAL OF the August 25, 2009 Regular City Commission Meeting Minutes. CONSENSUS TO REMOVE RESOLUTION NO FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA AT THE REQUEST OF STAFF. City Attorney read the Consent Agenda, consisting of Agenda Item No. 7B, by title only. MOTION MADE BY COMMISSIONER WOLLIN, SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER TORRES, TO APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA, CONSISTING OF AGENDA ITEM NO. 7B. UNANIMOUS APPROVAL BY ACCLAMATION. Page 5 of 15

6 6A. RESOLUTION NO Transmitting the EAR-Based Comprehensive Plan Amendments, Future Land Use Map Amendments, Water Supply Plan Amendments, Greenhouse Gas Emission Reduction Plan Amendments, and Pinellas Planning Council Consistency Plan Amendments to the City of Indian Rocks Beach Local Planning Agency for public hearing. BACKGROUND: Since 2005, the City has been working on the Evaluation and Appraisal Report (EAR) Process. The first part of the process was completed on October 10, 2006, with the adoption of Resolution No Adoption of the plan amendment are before the City Commission this evening, will complete the second phase of the process. The third phase involves writing the amendments to the land development regulations that implement the plan amendments. The Local Planning Agency Public Hearing is scheduled for October 1, 2009, and the City Commission s transmittial hearing is scheduled for October 13, After the transmittal hearing, the document will be sent to the Florida Department of Community Affairs (DCA). Within a certain period of time, DCA will reply back with an Objections, Recommendations, and Comments (ORC) Letter. The City will have to respond to the ORC Letter and correct any deficiencies found by DCA. After that, second and final reading and then on to the land development regulation amendments. The City s next EAR document will be due to DCA by November 1, City Attorney Kiefer read Resolution No by title only. Planning and Zoning Director Taylor presented the Agenda Memorandum. He explained that the item involves the EAR. He explained that comments from the Planning and Zoning Board have been incorporated into the EAR document, and staff has provided a memo outlining those comments. Planning and Zoning Director Taylor stated, with approval by the City Commission this evening, the process could move forward to the Local Planning Agency Public Hearing scheduled for October 1, 2009, after which the City Commission would hold their first public hearing, known as the Transmittal Hearing, on October 13, The City would then transmit the document to DCA for review. The City Commission will have a second public hearing after Page 6 of 15

7 review by the DCA, and then the land development regulation amendments would be drafted. Debbie Love, Planning Consultant, Keith and Schnars, reviewed the changes to the Comprehensive Plan recommended by the Planning and Zoning Board during their review of the EAR-based Comprehensive Plan Amendments and the Pinellas County Consistency Review Requirements. Mayor Johnson inquired regarding the changes to density requirements. Planning Consultant Love explained that discussions with Pinellas County indicated that the City is not allowed to increase permitted density, and while a certain density is allowed, the City does not have to encourage developers to go to the upper end of the density allowed. Mayor Johnson inquired regarding the recent density standards increased in relation to the issue of hotels. Planning and Zoning Director Taylor explained that Pinellas County did put that in their rules, and the City Commission has the ability to adopt that section of the Countywide Rules to allow use of higher densities for hotels, but not for residential dwellings. Policy : The planned unit development regulations shall, at a minimum, address, the following: Allowance for a creative approach for development or redevelopment; A requirement that more open space be provided than that called for by the strict application of the minimum requirements of the land development regulations; A harmonious development of the site and the surrounding areas and community facilities while providing safe and efficient traffic circulation; An allowance for zero lot line, cluster, or other non-traditional lot layout or site design; The establishment of minimum acreage and dimensional requirements; The establishment of procedures for the granting of increase structure height in exchange for increased open space and decreased amounts of impervious surfaces; and Other provisions as deemed appropriate by the City in keeping with the intent of the Planned Unit District. Planning Consultant Love stated that in Policy 1.3.3, Bullet No. 6, the Planning and Zoning Board recommended not allowing an increase in structure heights in PUDs, and inquired if there is a consensus of the City Commission on this issue. Page 7 of 15

8 Mayor Johnson stated he is in agreement with the Planning and Zoning Board, and inquired why it was not changed within the document, with Planning Consultant Love advising that it is not a function of the EAR. Vice Mayor Kennedy stated she is not in agreement with the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Board. Planning and Zoning Director Taylor stated there would be no trade-off for open space and height; height would be strictly limited to whatever the zoning district prescribes for those parcel(s). City Attorney Kiefer inquired if this would prevent the City from executing a development agreement if a developer wanted to increase height; to which Planning Consultant Love responded in the affirmative. City Attorney Kiefer explained that a development agreement is a tool that gives the City and the developer trade-offs; stating that if that language, as recommended by the Planning and Zoning Board, is placed in the Comprehensive Plan, the City Commission cannot vary from it. Planning Consultant Love stated the Planning and Zoning Board is recommending that the following verbiage be deleted from the Comprehensive Plan: The establishment of procedures for the granting of increase structure height in exchange for increased open space and decreased amounts of impervious surfaces; and. However, the Planning and Zoning Board is not recommending that the language not appear within the Comprehensive Plan. She further stated if that language and issue is not addressed within the Comprehensive Plan, then the City Commission has the option of placing language in its land development regulations or in a development order. She stated if the language is deleted, the City is not forbidding it, but she feels the intent of the Planning and Zoning Board was to forbid it. Planning and Zoning Director Taylor concurred with Planning Consultant Love s remarks. Planning and Zoning Director Taylor explained that there is a draft Planned Unit Development (PUD) Ordinance, which includes reducing the size of a PUD; however, the size in the Comprehensive Plan is not the same. He stated the Comprehensive Plan needs to be consistent with the City s land development regulations. Planing Consultant Love stated that the PUD size limitation was removed from the Comprehensive Plan, so that when this issue is addressed in the land development regulations, the Comprehensive Plan will not need to be amended. Page 8 of 15

9 Mayor Johnson clarified that in the future should the City Commission decide to change the parcel size for PUDs in the land development regulations, there will not be a roadblock. City Attorney Kiefer expressed her concern that it is not appropriate to discuss anything other than EAR-Based Amendments at this time, and stated the process should be limited to EAR-Based Amendments. MOTION MADE BY VICE MAYOR KENNEDY, SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER WOLLIN, TO APPROVE RESOLUTION NO , TRANSMITTING THE EAR-BASED COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENTS, FUTURE LAND USE MAP AMENDMENTS, WATER SUPPLY PLAN AMENDMENTS, GREENHOUSE GAS EMISSION REDUCTION PLAN AMENDMENTS, AND PINELLAS PLANNING COUNCIL CONSISTENCY PLAN AMENDMENTS TO THE CITY OF INDIAN ROCKS BEACH LOCAL PLANNING AGENCY FOR PUBLIC HEARING. UNANIMOUS APPROVAL BY ACCLAMATION. 8A. RESOLUTION NO QUASI JUDICIAL PUBLIC HEARING. Considering an Alcoholic Beverage Use Designation of 2APS (beer and wine, package sales) for Kooky Coconut which establishment is located at 760 Gulf Boulevard. (Official Publication Date: September 13, 2009.) BACKGROUND: Joseph Cicmanec, owner of Kooky Coconut, 760 Gulf Boulevard, requests a 2APS, beer and wine, package sales only, alcoholic beverage use designation. On October 10, 2006, Mr. Cicmanec applied for and was granted an occupational license indicating a transfer in ownership of Kooky Coconut. On October 1 of 2007 and 2008, Mr. Cicmanec renewed his occupational licenses. ANALYSIS: Code Section 6-32(e) provides that alcoholic beverage use designations are approved for a specific property location and a specific applicant. Code Section 6-34(b): It shall be unlawful for any vendor to maintain any establishment or locate any establishment within 500 feet of any established church or public or private school, city youth center or youth recreation area or another establishment already licensed for the sale of alcoholic beverages or package liquors, excluding restaurants with a 1-COP restricted or 2-COP restricted license. Page 9 of 15

10 There are no businesses selling alcoholic beverages, schools, City youth centers, youth recreation areas or churches within 500 feet of this business. This grandfathered business is located in the CT (Commercial Tourist District). Pursuant to a legal notice published in the September 13, 2009 edition of the Neighborhood Times Section of the St. Petersburg Times, as evidenced by an affidavit of publication, filed with the City Clerk, a public hearing was held on Resolution No City Attorney Kiefer read Resolution No by title only. Mayor Johnson inquired if any City Commission Member needed to disclose any ex-parte communications regarding this application. Mayor Johnson disclosed that he visited the property. Upon the request of Mayor Johnson, all persons planning to give testimony during this public hearings were duly sworn in by the City Clerk. Mayor Johnson opened the public hearing. Planning and Zoning Director Taylor presented the Agenda Memorandum; explaining the request for an alcoholic beverage designation of 2APS, beer and wine, package sales only, noting that this is a grandfathered business located in the Commercial Tourist (CT) zoning district. He made a PowerPoint Presentation, with photographs depicting various views of the property and an aerial view of the property. City Manager Coward stated that the application is due to a change of ownership of a business that has existed in this location for over 20 years and it has had a 2APS alcoholic beverage license (beer and wine take out only) for most of that time. He reviewed that there was a previous application for an upgrade to a 2COP, which would allow for consumption on premises. However, that application was denied, but during that public hearing, issues came to light that the change of ownership had not been applied for in 2006, and there were some code enforcement issues identified. City Manager Coward explained that discussion with the City Attorney and the Planning and Zoning Director has led him to believe that the City shares some responsibility for the applicants not obtaining the change of ownership; noting that the City has issued three business licenses since the purchase in 2006, and the issue was never raised. City Manager Coward explained that he is attempting to resolve this oversight before issuing a fourth business license at the beginning of the new fiscal year. Page 10 of 15

11 City Manager Coward explained, regarding the code enforcement issues, that he has spoken with Mr. and Mrs. Cicmanec, the applicants, who have been cooperative and have made changes, and he feels they will continue to do so. He explained one violation was charging a fee for beach parking, which the City s zoning does not permit. However, records as far back as 2004 show that the signs existed and the City never took any action. He advised that the applicants have taped over the portion of the sign indicating beach parking is available for a fee and new signs are being made to indicate parking is only for patrons of the business. He explained that another violation is beer and wine consumption on premise, which he has discussed with Mr. and Mrs. Cicmanec who have agreed to police the area better, and to put up signs that clearly state that beer and wine cannot be consumed on the premises. He explained there was also a citizen complaint regarding the trash containers, which the Pubic Services Department has worked with the property owner to resolve including an extra pickup day and putting up screening around the pickup area. City Manager Coward noted in the Resolution, Section 3, which is the same language used in all change of ownerships; in these circumstances it is clear that any person who has a liquor license must adhere to the City Codes, and if not, are subject to being brought before the City Commission and possibly losing that license. He reiterated the purpose tonight is a change of ownership for an existing license that has been there for 10 to 15 years at least. Joanne Cicmanec, applicant, explained they are requesting a transfer of ownership from The Tacky Turtle to Kooky Coconut and were not aware the transfer was not properly done in She explained that when they took over the business, they thought they had a liquor license; stating she does have a valid State of Florida alcoholic beverage license. She stated they have met every inspection standard from every agency that comes through their business and will continue to do so. She stated they have made many improvements to the property and will continue to do that, and any issues that have come up, they have resolved immediately. Ms. Cicmanec stated that she is a resident and business owner in Indian Rocks Beach and will continue to meet all City Codes and standards of the City. Mayor Johnson referred to the letters that are part of the official file regarding complaints and opposition to this application from citizens. He noted that City Manager Coward has indicated most of the issues have been addressed. He expressed concern for the repeated complaints for consuming alcohol outside the establishment, which seems to be a continuing problem that has an effect on the neighborhood, and needs to be strongly addressed. He reviewed that the City Commission does have the ability to re-address the issue if there are continued violations, and under Section 3 of the Resolution, the City Commission has the ability to revoke their alcoholic beverage designation. He Page 11 of 15

12 commented that he does not want to see that happen, and would like for the neighborhood to be able to enjoy the establishment without these problems. Ms. Cicmanec stated they did not know that they did not have a legal 2APS from 2006 until now, and have never had any type of violation written up against them. She stated that she has posted a sign on the patio stating that Beer and Wine Package Sales Only, and are checking the outside patio as mush as possible; however, sometimes it does get busy. She also noted when there is a purchase, the customer is informed that it is for take out only. She stated that the tables outside have been approved and the outside chairs are for the enjoyment of customers for food and non-alcoholic beverages. She stated that they will continue to advise customers not to drink on the premises. She stated that it is a family-run business, and they do not want to see anything go wrong, and they will continue to meet all City standards. Commissioner Torres commented that there is a problem, and there has to be a change in the us versus them scenario, and he wants to see the business succeed. Ms. Cicmanec explained that they were not aware that any resident had any problems with the business until they came before the City Commission, and since that meeting until now, no resident has approached her about any problem. Commissioner Torres commented that from the information the City Commission has received, there are problems that need to be resolved. He stated that he was really concerned regarding the parking situation [selling parking to beach goers], which is totally inappropriate. Ms. Cicmanec stated that is the way it was when they purchased the business, and even when inspectors came through the business, they were never informed or cited about selling parking to beach goers. Robin Robertson, 730 Gulf Boulevard, stated that she is in favor of the license; however, the abuse of consumption of alcohol on the premises is happening. She submitted photographs to be included in the record. Mayor Johnson provided the opportunity for rebuttal by the applicant, which she declined. Seeing and/or hearing no one else wishing to speak, Mayor Johnson closed the public hearing. Page 12 of 15

13 MOTION MADE BY COMMISSIONER TORRES, SECONDED BY VICE MAYOR KENNEDY, TO APPROVE RESOLUTION NO , GRANTING AN ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE USE DESIGNATION OF 2APS (BEER AND WINE, PACKAGE SALES) FOR KOOKY COCONUT WHICH ESTABLISHMENT IS LOCATED AT 760 GULF BOULEVARD, INDIAN ROCKS BEACH, FLORIDA, AND LEGALLY DESCRIBED AS NEW HAVEN BEACH, BLOCK C, LOT 1. Commissioner Wollin stated that she has seen people drinking at the establishment several times and it has to stop or the 2APS license will be revoked. She asked City Manager Coward to see this as a top priority item to make sure this does not continue to happen. Mayor Johnson suggested that the applicants put up a very direct sign stating that consumption of alcoholic beverages on premises is illegal. He commented that coming back in front of the City Commission because of continued complaints will probably not result favorably for the business, which he does not want to see. ROLL CALL VOTE: TORRES YES HANNA YES KENNEDY YES WOLLIN YES JOHNSON YES MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 9A. RESOLUTION NO Approving the submission of an application requesting State Aid to Libraries Grant Funding for library services. BACKGROUND: Library Director Mitchell has begun application to the State of Florida for the purpose of obtaining financial aid for the Indian Rocks Beach Library for Fiscal Year A key aspect of the application procedure is the City Commission s approval of a long range (3 year) plan for the Library. Should the application receive approval, approximately $1,500 to $2,000 will be available for use in the Library s operating funds. More importantly, the Library will also be granted reciprocal borrowing privileges with member libraries in the Pinellas Public Library Cooperative. Upon grant approval, Indian Rocks Beach residents may borrow materials from any library in the Cooperative, and members of those libraries may, in turn, borrow materials from the Indian Rocks Beach Library. Some restrictions would Page 13 of 15

14 apply to residents use of the Cooperative Libraries; however, the borrowing of materials will be allowed. The Library would not be a full member of the Cooperative; and, therefore, would not have to pay the $175,000 fee that it would otherwise cost to join. Also, the $100 yearly fee required for individual residents to join the Cooperative would no longer be necessary. City Attorney Kiefer read Resolution No by title only. Library Director Mitchell presented the Agenda Memorandum, explaining the request for approval of an application requesting the State Aid to Libraries Grant Funding for Library Services. She explained that these grant funds, according the Florida Statute, are to be used for maintenance and operations of the Library only. She explained that should the City receive the grant, the Library will receive $1,500 to $2,000, and more importantly, Indian Rocks Beach residents will be allowed reciprocal borrowing privileges with all Pinellas County Libraries participating in the Library Cooperative, which will eliminate the existing $100 fee per individual to join the Pinellas County Cooperative. Library Director Mitchell reviewed the Indian Rocks Beach Library Long Range Plan (3 years) provided in the Agenda Memorandum. She noted that circulation has dramatically increased in the last three years, and it is hoped that will continue. She highlighted the desire in the next year to allow home and offsite access to the Library Catalog and Patron Records, which is a capability with the new system. She noted the increased public relations role in the community, including conducting a patron survey. She also noted this year there was a space analysis done free of charge by students from the Academy of Design and Technology with suggestions for reconfiguration the existing space, which she will work toward implementation this next year. City Manger Coward explained that the grant has not been approved as yet; however, they will continue to work on it, and he recommends approval. Mayor Johnson commented that if successful, this will be a great thing for the citizens, especially with the improved access to the other Pinellas County Libraries. MOTION MADE BY VICE MAYOR KENNEDY, SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER WOLLIN, TO APPROVE RESOLUTION NO , APPROVING THE SUBMISSION OF AN APPLICATION REQUESTING STATE AID TO LIBRARIES GRANT FUNDING FOR LIBRARY SERVICES. UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED BY ACCLAMATION. Page 14 of 15

15 10. ORDINANCES, first reading: None. 11. WORK SESSION ITEMS (DISCUSSION ONLY): None. 12. CITIZEN PARTICIPATION. Gordon Obarski, 708 Beach Trail, #B, encouraged City staff to inform new businesses of the City s rules and regulations. 13. OTHER BUSINESS. 14. ADJOURNMENT. MOTION MADE BY COMMISSIONER TORRES, SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER HANNA, TO ADJOURN THE MEETING AT 9:00 P.M. UNANIMOUS APPROVAL BY ACCLAMATION. October 13, 2009 Date Approved R.B. Johnson, Mayor/Commissioner ATTEST: Deanne Bulino O Reilly, MMC, City Clerk Page 15 of 15