901 Ponce de Leon Blvd.  
Belleair, FL 33756  
Town of Belleair  
Meeting Minutes  
Town Commission  
Tuesday, September 20, 2016  
6:30 PM  
Town Hall  
Welcome. We are glad to have you join us. If you wish to speak, please wait to be recognized, then  
step to the podium and state your name and address. We also ask that you please turn-off all cell  
phones.  
Meeting called to order at 6:30 PM with Mayor Gary H. Katica presiding.  
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE  
COMMISSIONER ROLL CALL  
Present: 5 - Mayor Gary H. Katica  
Deputy Mayor Karla Rettstatt  
Mayor Michael Wilkinson  
Commissioner Tom Shelly  
Deputy Mayor Tom Kurey  
SCHEDULED PUBLIC HEARINGS  
Persons are advised that, if they decide to appeal any decision made at this meeting/hearing, they will need a record of the  
proceedings, and, for such purposes, they may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which  
record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.  
16-0205  
Second Hearing, Approval of Resolution 2016-20, Adopting the millage rate for fiscal  
year 2016-2017  
Micah Badana-Management Analyst II-Staff recommends adopting millage rate 5.9257;  
rate is the same as current year; newspaper advertised increase due to increase of total  
taxable value.  
Deputy Mayor Rettstatt moved approval of Resolution 2016-20, adopting the millage rate of  
5.9257, which is 4.97% greater than the rollback rate of 5.6453 mills; seconded by  
Commissioner Wilkinson.  
5 - Mayor Katica, Deputy Mayor Rettstatt, Mayor Wilkinson, Commissioner Shelly, and  
Deputy Mayor Kurey  
Aye:  
16-0206  
Second Hearing, Approval of Resolution 2016-21, Adopting the Fiscal Year  
2016-2017 Budget  
Mr. Badana stated total town wide budget for fiscal year 2016-2017 is $15,765,050.;  
detailed the various fund amounts; no changes have been made since first hearing.  
Public comments heard  
William Trembour-Resident-Seeking clarification regarding budget ad and county tax  
trim notice.  
Mr. Murphy-Assistant Town Manager-Explained impact of increased property values;  
Mr. Maxwell-Town Manager-Commented entire tax bill millage rate is approximately  
22; Belleair taxes are 5.9257 of that.  
No further public comments  
Deputy Mayor Rettstatt moved approval of Resolution 2016-21, adopting the fiscal year  
2016-2017 capital and operating budget; seconded by Commissioner Wilkinson.  
Aye: 5 - Mayor Katica, Deputy Mayor Rettstatt, Mayor Wilkinson, Commissioner Shelly, and  
Deputy Mayor Kurey  
The following were sworn in by Town Clerk regarding variance requests: Dave  
Healey, Brian Barker, Michael Cheezem, Zack Vervaecke.  
16-0191  
Request for Variance-1501 Indian Rocks Road  
Mr. Murphy presented case; applicant is Green Golf Partners; requesting three after the  
fact variances as follows:  
1. Allow existing ground structure with two signs separated by more than 3ft to be  
counted as one sign; 1 1/2ft variance for distance between signs.  
2. Allow maximum use of signage area to be increased from 20 sqft to 45 sqft;  
requesting 25ft increase to signage area.  
3. Allow one variable sign to be placed on sign for advertising special events.  
Mr. Murphy stated town discovered sign not in compliance with code; also question of  
variable messaging; showed photos of proposed signage; Planning and Zoning Board  
approved unanimously.  
Mayor Katica asked for any exparte communications; none stated.  
Zack Vervaecke-Green Golf Partners, Applicant-Nothing to add; available for  
questions.  
No public comments  
Commissioner Wilkinson moved approval for granting the three variances as stated in the  
summary for the sign located at 1501 Indian Rocks Rd; seconded by Deputy Mayor Rettstatt.  
5 - Mayor Katica, Deputy Mayor Rettstatt, Mayor Wilkinson, Commissioner Shelly, and  
Deputy Mayor Kurey  
Aye:  
16-0202  
Request for Variance-1612 Indian Rocks Road  
Mr. Maxwell stated applicant requested a continuance; needs time to seek additional  
engineering and architectural work; suggested date in November.  
Commissioner Shelly moved to continue request for variance at 1612 Indian Rocks Road;  
seconded by Deputy Mayor Rettstatt.  
Mr. Maxwell advised due to meeting being advertised, a date certain must be selected;  
suggested sending back to Planning and Zoning Board if new information is submitted.  
Commissioner Shelly amended his motion to continue on November 15th; seconded by Deputy  
Mayor Rettstatt.  
Commissioner Kurey mentioned possible conflict with the election and November  
meeting dates.  
Commissioner Shelly amended his motion to continue to November 22nd; seconded by Deputy  
Mayor Rettstatt.  
Aye: 5 - Mayor Katica, Deputy Mayor Rettstatt, Mayor Wilkinson, Commissioner Shelly, and  
Deputy Mayor Kurey  
Mr. Murphy stated the November meeting dates are in fact November 1st and 15th; no  
conflict with election as Election Day is November 8th.  
Commissioner Shelly revised his motion to November 15th; seconded by Deputy Mayor  
Rettstatt.  
Aye: 5 - Mayor Katica, Deputy Mayor Rettstatt, Mayor Wilkinson, Commissioner Shelly, and  
Deputy Mayor Kurey  
16-0193  
Request for Variance-1 Country Club Lane (Parcel No. 21/29/15/06480/000/0313)  
Mr. Murphy read parcel no. 20-29-15-06480-000-0313 for record; Mr. Healey to  
present case.  
Dave Healey-Calvin Giordano and Associates, Town Planner-Belleair Country Club  
requests variance to landscape buffer requirement between two separate zoning  
districts; property was acquired as part of the JMC redevelopment site; zoning is hotel.  
Applicant is proposing to redesign and expand parking lot to include property; project to  
be done in two phases. Conclusion that landscape would be temporary and serve no  
purpose in the end; when hotel parcel is rezoned, the requirement would not exist.  
Mayor Katica asked for any exparte communications; none stated.  
Mr. Murphy noted Planning and Zoning Board recommended unanimous approval.  
Brian Barker-Deuel and Associates, Project Engineer-Available for questions; property  
line runs through parking lot, landscaping not appropriate.  
No public comments  
Deputy Mayor Rettstatt moved approval ofthe request for variance at 1 Country Club Lane  
(Parcel No. 21/29/15/06480/000/0313); seconded by Commissioner Wilkinson.  
5 - Mayor Katica, Deputy Mayor Rettstatt, Mayor Wilkinson, Commissioner Shelly, and  
Deputy Mayor Kurey  
Aye:  
16-0203  
Request for Variance-Belleview Place Temporary Signs  
Mr. Murphy introduced case; Dave Healey detailed individual sign variances requested  
by Belleair Country Club and JMC Communities as follows:  
Signs 1&2: Located at Ft. Harrison Ave and Belleview Blvd; off premise temporary  
signs; 2ft setback encroachment.  
Sign 3: Located at Alexander Rd. and Druid Rd.; off premise sign; allow for setback  
encroachment. Property is zoned R-1 and code has size limitations; no residence on  
property.  
Mr. Healey suggests limiting duration to two years with option for Town Manager to  
extend; changes to sign graphics have been submitted. Planning and Zoning Board  
recommended approval subject two conditions: temporary signs are to meet setback  
requirements at time of permanent sign construction; two year expiration from  
Commission approval then must go back to board for consideration.  
Mayor Katica asked for any exparte communications; none stated.  
Michael Cheezem-JMC Communities, Applicant-Provided photo of design change;  
requests consideration of option for extension handled administratively versus going  
back to board.  
Edward Shaughnessey-Belleair Country Club-In favor of request.  
No further public comments  
Commissioner Kurey requested details regarding Planning and Zoning Board  
conclusion. Deputy Mayor Rettstatt commented that two years deemed an appropriate  
time; allows for any issues that may arise to be addressed.  
Commissioner Shelly moved approval of the variance request for each of the following three  
locations with the following conditions: Condition 1-Variance shall expire within four years  
from the approval date by the Commission, and Condition 2-Upon installation of the permanent  
signs, the temporary signs shall be relocated from within the setbacks; seconded by  
Commissioner Wilkinson.  
Discussion ensued regarding expiration period; unit sales timeframe; no history of  
similar requests; staff and board recommendations. Mr. Healey clarified his  
recommendation; project completion estimated as four years.  
Commissioner Shelly amended motion two make it two years with additional two years with  
administrative review; seconded by Commissioner Wilkinson.  
5 - Mayor Katica, Deputy Mayor Rettstatt, Mayor Wilkinson, Commissioner Shelly, and  
Deputy Mayor Kurey  
Aye:  
Mr. Healey detailed variance request for the last sign as follows:  
Sign 4: Located at Alexander Rd. and Druid Rd.; variance for additional on premise sign  
and size of sign; suggests same conditions as prior motion.  
Deputy Mayor Rettstatt moved approval of the Belleview Place temporary sign variance for the  
fourth sign, to include the same conditions; seconded by Commissioner Wilkinson.  
CITIZENS COMMENTS  
(Discussion of items not on the agenda. Each speaker will be allowed 3 minutes to speak.)  
Neil Palenzuela-Resident-Seeking clarification of buyer timeline; required  
documentation.  
Mr. Maxwell stated developers are hoping to close in December; just received site  
plans; still under review as to completeness; no conservation easement at this time;  
December time may not be achievable. Town must approve project; documentation  
required for permitting.  
CONSENT AGENDA  
16-0209  
Approval of September 6, 2016 Regular Meeting Minutes  
Commissioner Shelly moved approval of the consent agenda; seconded by Deputy Mayor  
Rettstatt.  
Aye: 5 - Mayor Katica, Deputy Mayor Rettstatt, Mayor Wilkinson, Commissioner Shelly, and  
Deputy Mayor Kurey  
GENERAL AGENDA  
16-0208  
Approval to purchase vehicles in Fiscal Year 2016-17  
Mr. Maxwell recommends approval of solid waste vehicle at this time; requests waiting  
on the other purchases; will provide additional information.  
Commissioner Shelly moved approval to purchase the solid waste vehicle as listed on the  
attached schedule; seconded by Deputy Mayor Rettstatt.  
Aye: 5 - Mayor Katica, Deputy Mayor Rettstatt, Mayor Wilkinson, Commissioner Shelly, and  
Deputy Mayor Kurey  
16-0207  
Discussion of Resolution 2016-07 Commision Rules and Procedures  
Mr. Maxwell stated item is follow up from last meeting; discussion of making all  
meetings at 5:30 PM.  
Mayor Katica in agreement; Commissioner Wilkinson feels it provides continuity.  
Discussion ensued regarding continuity; resident attendance; consensus to hold both  
meetings at 6:00 PM. Staff will bring amended resolution forward for approval; meeting  
time will not change until resolution approval.  
TOWN MANAGER'S REPORT  
Pension Board will need board and police appointed members ratified at next meeting;  
three individuals interested for two town representative seats; additional nominations  
can be made; voting at next meeting.  
TOWN ATTORNEY'S REPORT  
Mr. Ottinger had nothing to report.  
MAYOR AND COMMISSIONERS' REPORT/BOARD AND COMMITTEE REPORTS  
Commissioner Kurey-Nothing to report.  
Commissioner Shelly-Nothing to report; Park and Tree Board did not meet.  
Mayor Katica-Commented on traffic in town; past study regarding vehicles not being  
residents; damage to roadways.  
Deputy Mayor Rettstatt-October 22nd police tribute at 7:00 PM.  
Mayor katica added December 9th and 10th is Christmas concert at golf course.  
Commissioner Wilkinson-Recreation Board did not meet; suggested part-time employee  
to assist Keith with roadway projects; commented on Teddi Easterman and the  
successful academy at summer camp.  
OTHER BUSINESS  
No other business.  
ADJOURNMENT  
No further business; meeting adjourned in due form at 7:25 PM.  
Commissioner Wilkinson moved to adjourn; seconded by Deputy Mayor Rettstatt.  
Aye: 5 - Mayor Katica, Deputy Mayor Rettstatt, Mayor Wilkinson, Commissioner Shelly, and  
Deputy Mayor Kurey  
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TOWN CLERK  
APPROVED:  
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MAYOR