SUBJECT/RECOMMENDATION:
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Amend the Clearwater Code of Ordinances Chapter 22, Article II, Sections 22.24(1) and 22.42(6) by authorizing the limited use of certain vehicles on public beaches by permit pursuant to amendments to F.S. 161.58; and pass Ordinance 9840-25 on first reading.
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SUMMARY:
Proposed Ordinance No. 9840-25 will provide for the operation of certain private sector off-highway vehicles as defined pursuant to F.S. 317.0003 allowing for the setup and retrieval of rental equipment pursuant to recent amendments to F.S. 161.58. A permit will be required to be applied for and then renewed annually on or by September 30 in conjunction with the renewal of the related business’s Business Tax Receipt (BTR).
The Department has determined that the proposed amendments are consistent with Goal PPP 1 and Policy PPP 1.1.1 of the Parks & Public Places Element and Policy CCM 1.1.4 of the Conservation & Coastal Management Element of the City’s Comprehensive Plan as well as the intent and purpose of the Open Space/Recreation zoning district of the City’s Community Development Section 2-1401 which provides that is to establish areas where public and private organizations can establish and operate passive and active open space and recreation facilities which are important to the quality of life and economic vitality of the City of Clearwater without adversely impacting the integrity of adjacent residential neighborhoods, diminishing the scenic quality of the City of Clearwater or negatively impacting the safe and efficient movement of people and things within the city of Clearwater.
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STRATEGIC PRIORITY:
Approval of the proposed Code of Ordinances amendments support several Strategic Plan Objectives, including:
• 1.2: Maintain public infrastructure, mobility systems, natural lands, environmental resources, and historic features through systematic management efforts.
• 1.3: Adopt responsive levels of service for public facilities and amenities, and identify resources required to sustain that level of service.
• 2.3: Promote Clearwater as a premier destination for entertainment, cultural experiences, tourism, and national sporting events.
