901 Ponce de Leon Blvd.

Belleair, FL 33756

Town of Belleair

Meeting Minutes

Town Commission

Tuesday, March 21, 2017

6:00 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 6:00 PM with Mayor Gary H. Katica presiding.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

COMMISSIONER ROLL CALL

Present: 4 - Mayor Gary H. Katica

Deputy Mayor Karla Rettstatt

Mayor Michael Wilkinson

Deputy Mayor Tom Kurey

Absent: 1 - Commissioner Tom Shelly

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.

17-0023

17-0025

Request for Variance-20 Winston Drive

Micah Maxwell-Town Manager-Stated the variance has been withdrawn by applicant.

Request for Variance -3 Stonegate Drive

Mr. Maxwell noted there was a deficiency in noticing; variance is being re-noticed and

scheduled for April 18th.

17-0047

Plat Approval - Belleview Place

Mr. Maxwell stated this is the plat for Belleview Place; all advertising has been done;

stems from approved development plan; staff recommends approval.

Commissioner Kurey moved approval of the Belleview plat; seconded by Deputy Mayor Rettstatt.

4 - Mayor Katica, Deputy Mayor Rettstatt, Mayor Wilkinson, and Deputy Mayor Kurey

Aye:

1 - Commissioner Shelly

Absent:

17-0037

Second Reading of Ordinance 509 - Amending the Town of Bellear Code of

Ordinances, Chapter 2 - Administration

Mr. Maxwell stated this is second reading; David Ottinger-Town Attorney-Read into

record by title only.

Commissioner Wilkinson moved approval of Ordinance 509 on second reading; seconded by

Deputy Mayor Rettstatt.

Aye: 4 - Mayor Katica, Deputy Mayor Rettstatt, Mayor Wilkinson, and Deputy Mayor Kurey

Absent: 1 - Commissioner Shelly

CITIZENS COMMENTS

(Discussion of items not on the agenda. Each speaker will be allowed 3 minutes to speak.)

Dan Hartshorne-Resident-Questioned if officials speaking at Mayors' Luncheon

provided any Penny for Pinellas updates.

Mayor Katica indicated not much discussed, commented on blue law discussion. Mr.

Maxwell stated there is not an active bill; potential bill regarding 60% vote would not

impact 2017 penny vote.

Deputy Mayor Rettstatt commented on having penny information for residents; Mr.

Maxwell noted analyst is working on material to distribute on both the penny and

infrastructure priorities.

CONSENT AGENDA

17-0046

Approval of March 7, 2017 Regular Meeting Minutes

Deputy Mayor Rettstatt moved approval of March 7, 2017 regular meeting minutes; seconded by

Commissioner Wilkinson.

Aye: 4 - Mayor Katica, Deputy Mayor Rettstatt, Mayor Wilkinson, and Deputy Mayor Kurey

Absent: 1 - Commissioner Shelly

GENERAL AGENDA

17-0035

Resolution 2017-03 - Opposition of HB 17 and SB 1158

Mr. Maxwell noted this is for the opposition of the business regulation bills.

Commissioner Wilkinson moved approval of Resolution 2017-03 - Opposition of HB 17 and SB

1158; seconded by Deputy Mayor Rettstatt.

4 - Mayor Katica, Deputy Mayor Rettstatt, Mayor Wilkinson, and Deputy Mayor Kurey

1 - Commissioner Shelly

Aye:

Absent:

17-0049

Resolution 2017-04 - Opposition of HB 687 and SB 596

Mr. Maxwell stated this is for opposing bill related to telecommunications equipment

placement.

Commissioner Wilkinson moved approval of Resolution 2017-04 - Opposition of HB 687 and

SB 596; seconded by Deputy Mayor Rettstatt.

4 - Mayor Katica, Deputy Mayor Rettstatt, Mayor Wilkinson, and Deputy Mayor Kurey

Aye:

Absent: 1 - Commissioner Shelly

TOWN MANAGER'S REPORT

Mr. Maxwell commented on representatives from Achieva Credit Union were coming

to speak regarding changes to public depositor rules; does not believe they are in

attendance; Commission can decide to support or not. Staff has discussed with Florida

league; no issues or concerns identified; recommends support. Commission consensus

to write a letter of support.

Commissioners to notify Town Manager of preferred method for reviewing plans for

upcoming golf course meeting.

TOWN ATTORNEY'S REPORT

David Ottinger had nothing to report.

MAYOR AND COMMISSIONERS' REPORT/BOARD AND COMMITTEE REPORTS

Mayor Katica-Questioned adding centerline marking to Rosery Rd; Mr. Maxwell stated

not typically done, but can look into cost. Commissioner Wilkinson commented on

requests to maintain 20 mph signs; Mr. Maxwell will look into process.

Discussion ensued regarding speed limits and construction areas; what can be done at

time of roadway engineering for reducing speeds.

Mayor Katica also commented on a resident's dog running loose at the end of Rosery;

comments made regarding area being a private road; Mr. Maxwell unsure if any

violations outside of leash law; will investigate. Commissioner Wilkinson stated he has

received complaints on issue as well.

Nancy Hartshorne-Resident-Commented on many dogs in town not being on a leash;

would like to see enforcement.

Discussion ensued regarding enforcement, distributing informational notices to residents,

and need for clarification as to whether section of Rosery is private or not and if public

easements exist.

Commissioner Wilkinson-Recreation Board did not meet; commended on upcoming

concert and golf tournament.

Deputy Mayor Rettstatt-Spoke on code enforcement related to trash cans and lawn

debris; would like codes to look into.

Commissioner Kurey-Nothing to report.

OTHER BUSINESS

No other business.