BUSINESS MINUTES SEMINOLE CITY COUNCIL April 11, 2017 The Business Meeting of the Seminole City Council was held on Tuesday, April 11, 2017, at 6: 00 p. m., in City Hall, City Council Chambers, 9199-113th Street North, Seminole, Florida. Mayor Waters called the meeting to order at 6: 00 p. m. Councilor Edelman provided the invocation and the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL: Present were: Mayor Leslie Waters, Vice Mayor Chris Burke, Councilor Thom Barnhorn, Councilor Roger Edelman, Councilor Bob Matthews, Councilor Jim Quinn, Councilor Trish Springer, City Manager Ann Toney-Deal, City Attorney Jay Daigneault and City Clerk Patty Beliveau. INTRODUCTIONS AND PRESENTATIONS: Neighborly Care Network Presentation Councilor Thom Barnhorn presented Ms. Sandra Narron from Neighborly Care Network with a Grant. St. Petersburg College Elevator Pitch Competition Presentation Councilor Jim Quinn presented Ms. Jody Collins, Development Officer for the St. Petersburg College Foundation, Inc. with a Grant. Excellent Senior Student Athlete Recognition Councilor Trish Springer presented Mr. Mason Hart, Mr. Sam Hitt and Mr. David Mistretta with the Excellent Senior Athlete Recognition Proclamation. Keep Pinellas Beautiful Ms. Stephanie Ellington, Program and Volunteer Coordinator with Keep Pinellas Beautiful, explained the program and encouraged community members to assist in the beautification of Pinellas County. PSTA Presentation City of Belleair Buffs, Vice-Mayor Joe Bradley and PSTA CEO Brad Miller provided an update on PSTA public transportation programs. 04-11- 17 Business Meeting Minutes Page 1 of 8
1. PUBLIC COMMENTS: 111 Ms. Carol Heintz- address 11735 Kay Court, Largo, Florida 33778 expressed concerns about the safety issued on 102nd Avenue and spending issues on 118th Street N./ 117`h Way N./Kay Court. Mr. Jeff Etter address 7281 123rd Street N., Seminole, Florida 33772, highlighted community efforts in preserving the Water Tower. 2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES BUSINESS MEETING MINUTES OF MARCH 28, 2017. Motion made by Councilor Quinn seconded by Councilor Barnhorn to approve the Business Meeting Minutes of March 28, 2017. ALL IN FAVOR. MOTION TO APPROVE CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. APPROVAL OF MINUTES WORKSHOP MEETING MINUTES OF MARCH 28, 2017. Motion made by Councilor Edelman seconded by Councilor Springer to approve the Workshop Meeting Minutes of March 28, 2017. ALL IN FAVOR. MOTION TO APPROVE CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 3. CONDUCT A PUBLIC HEARING. CONSIDER PRELIMINARY APPROVAL OF THE PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT REGARDING PROPERTY LOCATED AT 9012 86TH AVENUE. Mayor Waters recognized City Manager Toney-Deal to explain. City Manager Toney- Deal explained that redevelopment proposal was discussed at a workshop by Council on December 6, 2016; Council' s consensus was for the City Manager to negotiate the terms of a Development Agreement for the redevelopment of the 5. 84 acres site. Community Director Ely made a presentation and identified the site location and some development aspects such as drainage and access. He further stated the site entrance will be off of 86th Avenue into a gated development with twenty- six homes with a retention pond located along the west side of Starkey Road. The site plan includes an 8 foot high fence around the west, south and portions of the east side of the property with a 6 foot masonry wall with landscaping at the entrance to the proposed development, and a 6 foot high fence along the retention pond. The Developer hired a traffic consultant to prepare a traffic study for the project which provided some recommended traffic pattern changes for Seminole Elementary to increase the efficiency for parent' s dropping off and picking up students. 04-11- 17 Business Meeting Minutes Page 2 of 8
Director Ely advised the Council that the proposed development of the new homes would not negatively impact or interfere with the continued use of the cell tower property and the Seminole Septic business located adjacent to the development site. Motion made by Councilor Quinn seconded by Vice Mayor Burke for preliminary approval of the proposed Development Agreement with El Cazador Equestrian Center, LLC and Taylor Morrison of Florida, Inc. and set a second public hearing for May 9, 2017. Mayor Waters opened the Public Hearing. Mr. Todd Watson address 8530 Starkey Road, Largo, Florida 33777, stated that his business " Seminole Septic" abuts to the new development and has been reassured by city staff that they will not be asked to relocate their business due to the new homes. Receiving no other Public Comments, the Mayor Waters closed the Public Hearing. Councilor Barnhorn asked about the life expectancy of a PVC fence. Mr. Jeff Deason of Taylor Morrison - address 3922 Coconut Palm Drive, Suite 101 Tampa Florida indicated the life expectancy of a PVC fence is approximately 15 years and that ongoing fence maintenance will be the responsibility of the Homeowner Association. Roll Call Councilor Springer Councilor Quinn Vice Mayor Burke Councilor Edelman Councilor Barnhorn Councilor Matthews Mayor Waters ALL IN FAVOR. MOTION PASSED UNAMINOUSLY 4. CONDUCT A QUASI-JUDICIAL PUBLIC HEARING. CONSIDER FIRST READING, ORDINANCE NO. 13-2017, Z 2017-1, REGARDING PROPERTY LOCATED AT 9012 86TH AVENUE, SUBJECT TO A DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT. City Clerk Beliveau ready Ordinance No. 13-2017 by title only. Mayor Waters recognized City Manager Toney- Deal to explain. City Manager Toney- Deal explained this is a 2. 93 acre portion of the 5. 84 acre site for development and recognized Community Development Ely to explain. Attorney Daigneault swore in anyone speaking on this topic. 04- I 1-17 Business Meeting Minutes Page 3 of 8
Director Ely stated the proposal is to rezone 2. 93 acres of the 5. 84 acres that is zoned Residential Rural, to Residential Low. The property can then be redeveloped with a 26 lot detached single family home residential subdivision. Director Ely explained that the property is consistent with the surrounding area such as roadways, mass transit, water and sewer. Staff is recommending Council approval of the zoning map change to 2. 93 acres from Residential Rural to Residential Low subject to the Development Agreement. Motion made by Councilor Matthews seconded by Vice Mayor Burke to approve Ordinance No. 13-2017 on first reading, subject to a Development Agreement. Roll Call Councilor Springer Councilor Quinn Vice Mayor Burke Councilor Edelman Councilor Barnhorn Councilor Matthews Mayor Waters ALL IN FAVOR. MOTION PASSED UNAMINOUSLY 5. CONSIDER AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO DECLARE AS SURPLUS A " 2016 TNT METAL BUILDINGS, INC." CARPORT SIZE 20' X 55' X 12, ADVERTISE ON GOVDEALS. COM, AND ALLOW CITY EMPLOYEES TO BID ON SURPLUSED ITEM. Mayor Waters recognized City Manager Toney- Deal to explain. City Manager Toney-Deal explained the carport was initially purchased to protect the fire apparatus at the temporary site for Fire Station No. 32 during the construction of the new station. The carport is no longer needed due to the construction project being completed. All City Departments were asked if they had a use for the carport, and none had use of item. Staff requests Council declare the carport as surplus, permit the carport to be posted for sale on GovDeals. com and allow City employees to bid on the surplused item. Motion made by Councilor Edelman seconded by Councilor Quinn for the City Manager to declare as surplus as " 2016 TNT Metal Buildings, Inc." Carport sizes 20' X 55' X 12, advertise on GovDeals.com, and allow City Employees to bid on surplused item. ALL IN FAVOR MOTION PASSED UNAMINOUSLY 6. CITY COUNCIL REPORTS: Councilor Springer attended the pre- opening of Miller' s Ale House, Waterfront Park Phase I Groundbreaking and the Brooklyn' s Pizza Grand Opening. Councilor Quinn attended the pre- opening of Miller' s Ale House and the Memorial Service for Navy Corpsman Mark V. Dennis. 04-11- 17 Business Meeting Minutes Page 4 of 8
Vice Mayor Burke attended the Waterfront Park Phase I Groundbreaking. Councilor Edelman submitted his report to the City Clerk. Councilor Barnhorn attended the first " Seminole Citizens Academy" session, Nail Salon Ribbon Cutting, Relay for Life, pre- opening of Miller' s Ale House, Waterfront Park Phase I Groundbreaking, LiFT Donor Appreciation Breakfast, and 8th Annual Forever Friends Golf Tournament. Councilor Matthews attended Waterfront Park Phase I Groundbreaking, Mayor Waters submitted her report to the City Clerk. 7. CITY MANAGER REPORT: Community Policing Report Deputy Festa explained the Pinellas Sheriffs deputies are conducting bike patrol in the community and the Pinellas Trail. Deputy Fest and Community Development Director Ely met with Seminole Elementary Principal Ms. Grasso and Pinellas County School Board staff Mr. Reynolds and discussed the traffic issues at Seminole Elementary school and proposed the possibility of opening 70 Street for school traffic. Mayor Waters inquired if the Sears Outlet and Target area at Park Street can be checked-out for transients. Councilor Matthews inquired about the condition of the " no trespass" signs and fence on the bridge on Park Street and could they be replaced. Fiscal Year 17-18 Fire and EMS Budget City Manger Toney-Deal presented the Fire/ EMS budget that will be forwarded to Pinellas County. Seminole City Center Update Miller' s Ale House, BurgerFi and Chipotle are open and the Certificate of Occupancy for the Holiday Inn Express at Bay Pines has been issued. Seminole Banners The Council was provided with a rendering of the new banner. The font has been modified as previously discussed. The banner will be 30" by 80." Co- Sponsorship Of Kid' s Appreciation Day with Seminole Chamber of Commerce Staff is recommending Council approval to co- sponsor Kid' s Appreciation Day with the Chamber of Commerce scheduled for May 25th at City Park. Motion made by Councilor Quinn seconded by Councilor Matthews to co- sponsor Kid' s Appreciation Day with the Seminole Chamber of Commerce. 04-11- 17 Business Meeting Minutes Page 5 of 8
Library Antiquarian Book Sale The Library Antiquarian Book Sale is scheduled for April 19t1 Community Library from 10 a.m. 8 p.m. and 20th at the Seminole Station# 32 Grand Opening, April 21, 2017 Council consensus to host the Grand Opening for Fire Station No. 32 on Friday, April 21, 2017, at 10 a.m. Arbor Day Tree Planting Ceremony, April 27, 2017 The Public Works Department will be planting a tree on April 27, 2017, at 11: 30 a.m. on the northwest side of the Seminole Recreation Center. A map of the location was distributed. City Of Seminole Day with the Rays, June 23. 2017 City of Seminole Day with the Rays is scheduled for Friday, June 23, 2017. Tickets are available for pickup after May 1St at the Seminole Recreation Center. Tickets are $ 30 and include a Rays' hat. The Seminole High School Band will play the National Anthem and the Fire Department Color Guard will be advancing the flag. City Manager Toney-Deal explained there is a Bill that proposes an extra$ 25, 000 homestead exemption, being discussed in both the House and Senate. If it is approved by the House and Senate and signed by the Governor, a State- wide referendum will be added to the ballot in the fall. If this extra $ 25, 000 homestead exemption is approved, the City would lose approximately$ 202, 330. 26 which is a 7. 17% decrease in ad valorem taxes. City Manager Toney-Deal explained that it appears that Council is not interested in purchasing the Water Tower for $527, 000. She asked if Council would like her to officially send a letter to County Administrator Mark Woodard advising him that the City is not interested in purchasing the Water Tower property for$ 527. 000. Motion made by Councilor Matthews seconded by Councilor Barnhorn to draft a letter to Mr. Woodard thanking the County for their assistance regarding the Water Tower; and informing them that City Council has no further interest purchasing the Water Tower. Motion made by Councilor Barnhorn to amend the motion that the City is not interested in purchasing the Water Tower and add that the City will accept the Water Tower if it is deeded to the City. Councilor Matthews accepted Councilor Barnhorn' s amendment. Councilor Matthews concurred with Councilor Barnhorn' s statement of" no cost" to the City and that the City remove itself from the negotiations and allow the citizen' s group to pursue its efforts. Mayor Waters asked Councilor Mathews to restate the motion. Motion made by Councilor Matthews seconded by Councilor Barnhorn to draft a letter to Pinellas County thanking them for their assistance regarding the Water Tower; and informing them that City Council has no further interest in purchasing the Water Tower. However, Council is open to acquire the Water Tower at no cost to the City. 04-11- 17 Business Meeting Minutes Page 6 of 8
Councilor Quinn stated that the County Administrator has not answered the question of the possibility of carving out the Water Tower and the land beneath it. Mayor Waters stated it was premature to terminate discussions on the Water Tower and suggested Council keep all options open. Mayor Waters proposed that the City ask County Administrator Woodward to delay any further action on the Water Tower and allow the Save the Water Tower" citizen' s group an opportunity to present their ideas. Mayor Waters open the Public Hearing. Receiving no public comments, the Mayor closed the Public Hearing. Roll Call Councilor Springer Councilor Quinn Vice Mayor Burke Councilor Edelman Councilor Bamhorn Councilor Matthews Mayor Waters NAY NAY NAY MOTION PASSED 4 AND 3 NAY to suspend discussion of purchasing the Water Tower; however, Council is open to acquiring the Water Tower at no cost to the City. 411) Mayor Waters asked for Council consensus to include in the letter to Mr. Woodward that the City will accept the property if the County bequests it to the City. Councilor Barnhom asked that the letter to the County state that the City is interested in acquiring the property if it is seeded to the City however; the City is not interested in spending and taxpayer' s dollars. Council consensus vote 5 2 to add to the letter that the City is interested in acquiring the property if it is deeded to the City, but not interested in spending any taxpayer' s dollars. Councilor Springer and Councilor Edelman disagreed and stated if the property is deeded to the city, it will cost taxpayers money for the maintenance and upkeep. Attorney Daigneault suggested the letter should state that the City will accept the Deed to the property at no cost to the City however, he recommended that it also include that the City will consider accepting the Deed depending on consensus of Council. Mayor Waters stated they would like to utilize the Parkview Room for its meeting and request Council waive the rental fees. Motion made by Councilor Matthews seconded by Councilor Edelman to waive the fees for the use of the Parkview Room by the" Save the Water Tower" citizen' s group. ALL IN FAVOR. MOTION PASSED UNAMINOUSLY 01-11- 17 Business Meeting Minutes Page 7 of 8
8. OLD BUSINESS: none- 9. NEW BUSINESS: Mayor Waters asked Council consensus to present former Mayor Dottie Reeder with a Legacy Proclamation and hold a reception on Tuesday, April 25, 2017, in recognition of her contribution to the City as a Council Member and Mayor as well as President to the Florida League of Cities. Motion made by Councilor Barnhorn seconded by Council Springer to present former Mayor Dottie Reeder with a Legacy Proclamation and host a reception on Tuesday, April 25, 2017. ALL IN FAVOR. MOTION TO APPROVE CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY Council consensus was to excuse Councilor Edelman from the Tuesday, April, 25, 2017, City Council Business Meeting. CONSIDER A MOTION FOR ADJOURNMENT: Motion made by Councilor Matthews seconded by Councilor Quinn to adjourn the meeting at 7: 59 p.m. Date Approved: i // 5 /4 Qaxe.țnk_JALA watt-a_ inutes prepared by City Clerk Patricia Beliveau C Leslie Waters, Mayor C 04-11- 17 Business Meeting Minutes Page 8 of 8