Discussion ensued regarding storage; costs; changing styles; timeframe of light
replacement; lights to be installed in conjunction with roadway projects.
Mr. Bodeker has been researching alternative fixtures; will bring options to board.
Mr. Hartshorne questioned area of Bayview, Palmview, Country Club and Pine
intersection; Mr. Bodeker stated storm pipe connection and watermain at location,
repairs to both done, will be addressed within next two years. Short term fix at location;
restoration and sod to be done.
Update on infrastructure post-hurricane.
Mr. Maxwell provided details on hurricane event; areas that have been redone handled
water well. Photos provided showing impact to golf course; looking at fitting reclaimed
line with bypass valves to handle excess water in emergency situations.
Mr. Maxwell further stated major issue was Pinellas County sewer system, lift stations
and manholes overflowing in town; Pinellas County conducting smoke tests to find holes
in system and repair.
Mr. Flaharty commented on pumps and smoke testing; resident concerns.
Mr. Maxwell explained pump system sequence; identified points of stress; lower areas
impacted most.
Mr. Bodeker detailed repair process for sealing holes in system.
Update on the progress of Rosery Road, Bayview, and Sidewalk Projects
Mr. Bodeker provided brief updates for Poinsettia sidewalk, Bayview Dr. and Rosery
Rd. projects; Poinsettia sidewalk to be completed in 2-3 weeks; no date for Bayview
Dr. at this time; Rosery Rd. estimated completion is first week of February. SWFMD
contacted during heavy rainfall event, quick response time from contractor; not aware
of any project related issues with SWFMD.
Update on the status of the Pinellas Road/Ponce and Palmetto Projects
Mr. Bodeker provided update on future projects; cooperative funding for Pinellas Rd.;
anticipating plan submittal soon, will send to engineer for review.
Mr. Maxwell indicated many trees will be taken out along Ponce due to project; seeking
some type of remediation; water line must be replaced.
Mr. Bodeker stated Palmetto Rd. project awaiting engineer cost estimate to move
forward.
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