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1 City of St. Petersburg PUBLIC SERVICES & INFRASTRUCTURE COMMITTEE Meeting of MARCH 28, :15 A.M. City Hall, Room 100 Members and Alternates: Chair Bill Dudley; Vice-Chair, Jeff Danner, Council Members: Wengay Newton, Steve Kornell and Karl Nurse (alternate) Support Staff: support Evelyn Rosetti, primary staff support and David Dickerson, backup staff A. Call to Order B. Approval of Agenda C. Approval of Minutes 1. Minutes of March 14, 2013 D. New Business 1. Pinellas Park Termination Agreement - Steve Leavitt E. Upcoming Meetings 1. April 11, 2013 (a) Topic TBD 2. April 25, 2013 (a) Topic TBD 3. Pending and Continuing Referral List F. Adjournment

2 Attached documents for item Minutes of March 14, 2013

3 CITY OF ST. PETERSBURG PSI Committee Meeting Minutes March 14, 2013 at 9:15 a.m. PRESENT: ABSENT: ALSO: Committee Members William Dudley, Chair; Jeff Danner, Vice Chair; Wengay Newton, Steve Kornell and Karl Nurse, Alternate. None. Council Members Leslie Curran, James Kennedy, and Charlie Gerdes; Leisure & Community Services Administrator Clarence Scott; Chief Assistant City Attorney Mark Winn; Primary Staff Support Special Projects Manager Evelyn Rosetti; Police Chief Chuck Harmon; Police Comm Awarns Manager Bill Proffitt; Parking and Transportation Director Joe Kubicki; Deputy City Clerk Amelia Preston and others. The meeting was called to order by Chair Dudley at 9:15 a.m. with the above members present. In connection with the agenda for the March 14, 2013 meeting, Committee Member Newton moved to approve the March 14, 2013 agenda as submitted. All were in favor of the motion. Absent. Nurse. In connection with review of the minutes of the February 28, 2013 PSI Meetings, Committee Member Newton moved with the second of Committee Member Kornell approval of the February 28, 2013 minutes as submitted. All were in favor of the motion. Absent. Nurse. In connection with the agenda item relating to Neighborhood Crime Watch Signs, Council Member Gerdes provided opening remarks and restated his reason for suggesting consideration of amending the current Neighborhood Crime Watch Signs by adding language that would reflect private videos on private property. Chief Assistant Attorney Mark Winn provided the Committee with additional information that the current ordinance would need to be modified to allow private signage in the right-of-way. It was shared that the cost to make the signs will be roughly $40 - $50 dollars per sign; things that were discussed were liability; cameras aiming direction; the ability to reduce signs; and whether private warning signs can be installed on private property. Committee Member Kornell stated he could be in favor under certain circumstances. Mr. Winn commented briefly that Crime Watch Signs would create less liability; suggested being careful about people paying for themselves and the ability to subsidize the installation. Committee Member Nurse was reported present at 9:23 a.m. There was discussion on the establishment of a program with annual renewals.

4 PSI Meeting Minutes March 14, 2013 Page 2 Committee Member Newton inquired about the use of a hybrid sign or if they update the Crime Watch signs; and whether Administration could use forfeiture funds as grant money to assist neighborhoods with the cost associated with the new Crime Watch signs. Planning and Transportation Director Joe Kubicki commented that he understands what Committee Member Newton is saying; however; some crime watch areas would have signs with video camera monitoring and others will not. He shared that they will need to stock both signs which would cost about the same. Chief Harmon commented that they already do what is being discussed and they still won't have information as to who will have signs and who don't. Committee Member Newton commented that he had to leave because of a funeral and was excused at 9:31 a.m. Council Member Curran commented briefly that perhaps Administration can add the language to the current signs. It was stated that currently they won t be able to determine who has Crime Watch signs because there are approximately 170 Crime Watch Neighborhoods. Committee Member Danner stated support of comments made by Council Member Curran and suggested that if they don't want to take down the signs; suggested that once a year individuals would need to notify Administration that they have signs and the renewal cost of $200 dollars could be considered. Council Member Gerdes stated that although not a member of the Committee; he never requested adding a post or putting a sign in the right of way; but would like the following conditions included in a motion: Must be an active Crime Watch with Signs The sign would go on the very same post Conceptualized an application process where the neighborhood Crime Watch Organization would apply: 1. They are representing that they have video operating. 2. They are representing that they are agreeing to share whatever video product they have with an investigative organization or agency that needs it. 3. They agree to pay for the signs and if they have six entrances and they only want signs at three they only pay three hundred dollars 4. They agree to renewal annually and state that they are still complying with the original intent. It was shared that perhaps there will be some cost associated with paper work and some willing to proceed without having to be subsidize for signs.

5 PSI Meeting Minutes March 14, 2013 Page 3 Mr. Winn commented that the sign would need to say more than surveillance in the area. There was discussion among the committee and it was determine that it was durable. Committee Member Nurse expressed his concern and stated support of requesting Legal to draft an ordinance that would establish a procedure for getting approved as Crime Watch to apply or signage be added to existing Crime Watch signs stating; active video and it will be shared with investigative organizations along with a renewal process being put in place. Committee Member Danner moved to approve the language stated by Council Member Gerdes listed above. All were in favor of the motion. Absent Newton. Chief Harmon commented briefly that some people put in signs indicating they have a burglar alarm on the property as a deterrent. Council Member Curran inquired about a sign on 4th Street stating yield to signal on-22nd Avenue North. Mr. Kubicki commented briefly on signs that were put up by FDOT; and stated he would check the locations out. Chair Dudley commented briefly on the reason that the Food Trucks item has not returned is because they are still in negotiations. It was reflected the Chamber is ready but the Food Truck Alliance are still resolving issues so they will on the schedule sometime in May. He shared that the installation of the Plaque honoring the former employee at the Marina has already been taken care of. Council Member Curran inquired who or why haven't they resolved the issue regarding the Sidewalk Cafes. It was stated that Economic Development and Planning Director Dave Goodwin has indicated that the item be placed on the May 9, 2013 relating to Sidewalk Cafes. There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:52 a.m.

6 Attached documents for item Pinellas Park Termination Agreement - Steve Leavitt

7 MEMORANDUM... ~- ~CRiiiiiiii ~ st.petersburg water resources TO: FROM: Chair Dudley and Members of the Public Service & Infrastructure Committee Steve Leavitt S\Z 1..- DATE: March 28, 2013 SUBJECT: Termination of Sanitary Sewer Treatment Agreement between the City of St. Petersburg and the City of Pinellas Park. OBJECTIVE: Seeking approval to terminate the Sanitary Sewer Agreement dated March 12, 1987 between the two cities early and to execute all documents necessary to effectuate a Termination Agreement. PRESENT SITUATION: St. Petersburg has provided wastewater service to the City of Pinellas Park's Gateway Centre Development area since The agreement is scheduled to expire on March 11, Officials from the City of Pinellas Park have requested the early termination of the agreement to allow them to serve the area with their infrastructure as of December 31, The existing agreement allows for mutually agreed upon discontinuation of service. On average, the City receives approximately 35,000 gallons per day of wastewater from the Gateway Centre. The termination of service will result in an annual loss of approximately $33,600 in sewer service revenue and $12,200 in industrial pretreatment revenue. The loss will be built into the wholesale and retail rates as appropriate beginning in FY 14. PROPOSAL: Effective December 31, 2013, Pinellas Park will take over wastewater service at the Gateway Centre with no adverse impact on the City's wastewater collection system or the operation of the water reclamation facilities. St. Petersburg and Pinellas Park will coordinate the disconnection of Pinellas Parks' facilities from St. Petersburg's system. Pinellas Park will provide access to St. Petersburg to conduct its final monthly meter reading. The Termination Agreement will be presented to the full Council prior to the proposed December 31, 2013 disconnection.

TERMINATION OF SANITARY SEWER TREATMENT AGREEMENT DATED MARCH 12, 1987 THIS TERMINATION AGREEMENT made and entered into this day of, 201_ by and between THE CITY OF ST.

8 TERMINATION OF SANITARY SEWER TREATMENT AGREEMENT DATED MARCH 12, 1987 THIS TERMINATION AGREEMENT made and entered into this day of, 201_ by and between THE CITY OF ST. PETERSBURG, FLORIDA, a municipal corporation, hereinafter referred to as "St. Petersburg", and THE CITY OF PINELLAS PARK, FLORIDA, a municipal corporation, hereinafter referred to as "Pinellas Park", both in the County of Pinellas, State of Florida (the "Termination Agreement"). WITNESSETH: WHEREAS, St. Petersburg has provided wastewater service to certain real property in Pinellas County, Florida within the City limits of Pinellas Park located in the Gateway Centre Development and more specifically described in Exhibit A attached hereto and incorporated by reference herein ("Gateway"); and WHEREAS, St. Petersburg and Pinellas Park entered into a Sanitary Sewer Treatment Agreement concerning the provision of wastewater treatment to Gateway dated March 12, 1987 ("Agreement"), attached hereto and incorporated by reference herein as Exhibit B; WHEREAS, the Agreement specifically states that "St. Petersburg recognizes Pinellas Park's right to provide sanitary sewer service to [Gateway]"; and WHEREAS, Paragraph 14 of the Agreement provides that the Agreement shall remain in effect for a period of thirty (30) years or until such prior time as both parties mutually agree it should be discontinued; and WHEREAS, Pinellas Park has notified St. Petersburg of its desire to provide wastewater service to Gateway prior to the expiration of the Agreement on March 12, 20 17; and WHEREAS, St. Petersburg has reviewed Pinellas Park's request and does not object to the prior termination of the Agreement; NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual promises herein contained, and for other good and valuable consideration, receipt of which is hereby acknowledged by the parties, it is agreed by and between the parties as follows: 1. The above recitals are hereby incorporated into the Termination Agreement and made a part hereof. 2. Each Party to this Termination Agreement represents and warrants to the other party that (i) it is a duly organized, qualified and existing entity under the laws of the State of Florida, and (ii) all appropriate authority exists so as to duly authorize the persons executing this Termination Agreement to so execute the same and fully bind the party on whose behalf they are executing Page 1 of3

9 3. The Agreement shall be terminated m its entirety, effective December 31, 2013 ("Termination Date") 4. After the Termination Date, St. Petersburg shall have no further obligations to provide sanitary sewer service to Gateway pursuant to the Agreement. Each party to the Agreement shall thereupon be relieved of any further obligations thereunder for liability with respect thereto; provided, however, that such termination shall not operate to release or relieve either of the parties of any obligations or liabilities on their part which accrued or existed prior to the Termination Date, and the same shall continue to be and remain the obligations and liabilities of each of them following the Termination Date and shall survive the termination until fully and finally reconciled or extinguished by operation of law. 5. Upon termination of the Agreement, Pinellas Park shall continue to own all wastewater pipes, manholes, meters and appurtenant facilities located west of the Point of Connection identified in Exhibit C, attached hereto and incorporated by reference herein. St. Petersburg shall continue to own all wastewater pipes, manholes and appurtenant facilities located east of the Point of Connection as identified in Exhibit C. Both parties to the Termination Agreement shall coordinate the disconnection of Pinellas Park's facilities from St. Petersburg. Pinellas Park shall be responsible for the installation of a mechanical plug in the pipe leading to the City of St. Petersburg point of connection. Pinellas Park shall provide access to St. Petersburg to conduct its final monthly meter reading on December 31, Should any section or part of any section of this Termination Agreement be rendered void, invalid, or unenforceable by any court of law, for any reason, such a determination shall not render void, invalid, or unenforceable any other section or any part of any section of this Termination Agreement. 7. This Termination Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties, and no change will be valid unless made by supplemental written agreement executed by both parties. 8. This Termination Agreement is to be construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Florida. Venue for any cause of action or claim asserted by either party hereto brought in state courts shall be in Pinellas County, Florida, St. Petersburg Division. Venue for any action brought in Federal court shall be in the Middle District of Florida, Tampa Division, unless a division shall be created in St. Petersburg or Pinellas County, in which case action shall be brought in that division. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have caused this Termination Agreement to be executed on the day and year first above written. ATTEST By: Eva Andujar City Clerk Page 2 of3 CITY OF ST. PETERSBURG, By: D. William "Bill" Foster Mayor

10 APPROVED AS TO FORM AND CONTENT: By: City Attorney (designee) for the City of St. Petersburg ATTEST CITY OF PINELLAS PARK By: City Clerk By: City Manager REVIEWED AND APPROVED By: City Attorney (designee) for the City of Pinellas Park Page 3 of3

11 Pinellas Park Sanitary Sewer MH W/Fiowmeter "(0 5o a.. en 0 u j i::' ~ r:: Ctl en 5o a.. en 0 u 94TH AVE (Extended) N COSP 24" FM J w 0::: l en :c l eo N Point of Connection COSP Lift Station 82 EXHIBIT C LOCATION MAP

12 Attached documents for item April 11, 2013

13 Attached documents for item April 25, 2013

14 Attached documents for item Pending and Continuing Referral List

15 PUBLIC SERVICES & INFRASTRUCTURE (PS&I) COMMITTEE PREPARED ON MARCH 20, 2013 PENDING / CONTINUING REFERRALS TOPIC DATE REFERRED REFERRED BY MEETING DATE(S) RETURN DATE STAFF SPECIAL NOTES Public Safety Code Code Public Safety (From Goal Setting Workshop) 06/11/12 Council 06/14/12 Video Special Exceptions Apps. 11/22/10 Danner 02/24/11 Mobile Food Trucks 10/20/11 Curran 11/03/11 12/08/11 - Video 02/23/12 - Video 03/22/12 - Video 5/23/13 SPPD Chief Harmon Planning & EcoDev Goodwin Lazzara City Attorney s Office Winn Planning & EcoDev Goodwin Kilborn A presentation responding to select public safety items discussed during City Council s Goal Setting Workshop. Items extracted from that list for discussion include: 1) drug activity; 2) proactive policing; 3) expansion of uniformed personnel; 4) citizen involvement (volunteers) / crime watch. 96/AS243110/AI245622/DO245623/DO_ PDF City Attorney s Office and Planning & ED to conduct further research and report back with recommendations regarding Special Exception (SE) applications, specifically as it relates to social service agencies and the ability to further distinguish between the various types. 57/AS278571/AI284216/DO284217/DO_ PDF An overview of "mobile food trucks" and options for allowing their operation in St. Petersburg. 4 Code Towing Ordinance 04/19/12 Newton 65/AS297479/AI300260/DO300261/DO_ PDF 5 Code Urban Farming 07/12/12 Nurse 6/13/13 Planning & EcoDev Goodwin Lazzara Kilborn 38/AS305052/AI306877/DO306878/DO_ PDF A discussion of urban farms including an update and itemized list of existing community gardens. 6 Code Yard Signs 11/2/12 ( ) Council & Staff Planning & EcoDev Goodwin Gerdes Lazzara Discussion on restricting signage in yards other than the front, allowing signs to remain when brought into compliance, allowing text on murals/artwork. 7 Code Sign Ordinance 11/2/12 ( ) Council & Staff Nov 2013 Planning & EcoDev Goodwin Gerdes Discussion on how the changes made to the sign regulations are working. Page 1 of 2

16 PUBLIC SERVICES & INFRASTRUCTURE (PS&I) COMMITTEE PREPARED ON MARCH 20, 2013 TOPIC PENDING / CONTINUING REFERRALS DATE REFERRED REFERRED BY MEETING DATE(S) RETURN DATE STAFF SPECIAL NOTES 8 Policy or Program Recycling Demolition- Related Construction Debris 06/02/11 Council Public Works Connors Sanitation Shirley Planning & EcoDev R. Dunn Council requested PS&I review the issue of requiring any person obtaining a permit to demolish a structure to recycle the generated debris. 9 Policy or Program Sidewalk Cafes 6/21/12 5/9/13 Planning & EcoDev Lazzara 10 Policy or Program Summer Jobs 12/6/12 Nurse Sanitation Department Shirley / / / /summer%20jobs doc 11 Policy or Program Unimproved Alleys 12/20/12 Nurse Zoning Department Lazzara / / / /alleys doc 12 Policy or Program Pinellas Park Termination Agreement 2/27/13 ( ) Staff 3/28/13 Water Resources Leavitt Pinellas Park has requested an early termination of their Wholesale Wastewater Agreement. 14 Capital Projects Downtown Intermodal Facility Study 10/07/09 Staff Video Trans.Parking Mgt. Kubicki Report on site evaluations and RFP Page 2 of 2

City of St. Petersburg PUBLIC SERVICES & INFRASTRUCTURE COMMITTEE Meeting of APRIL 11, :15 A.M. City Hall, Room 100

City of St. Petersburg PUBLIC SERVICES & INFRASTRUCTURE COMMITTEE Meeting of APRIL 11, 2013 9:15 A.M. City Hall, Room 100 Members and Alternates: Chair Bill Dudley; Vice-Chair, Jeff Danner, Council Members: