12-27-1979 Supporting DocumentsCITY OP Cr. RAIONT
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A Rcgular Meeting of. Lila (LILY COMICII of tile. City of Clormunt wail ileLd In the CouneJ.l. Chambarn
on 'Thursday, December 27, 1979. The maaLl.nfs will, (:11:1..10d to order at 7:30 P.M. by Mayor Claude
E. Smoak, Jr., With Chu fo1100111; membern proil ant: Cnuncll.man Cu1o, MOO n:I,ey, fly rd, and
Schroedel. Other officials present were: CILy Manager Forbun, City Attorney Baird, and
Finance Director Saunders.
The Invocation was offered by Councilman Byrd, followed by r.epeaLinf; of. the Pledge of
Allegiance in unison by those prevent.
The Minutes of the Regulnr Meeting held Documber 11, 1979, and Special Muatinga held
December 17, 1979 and December 19, 1979 were approved as written.
RAILROAD DEPOT
City Manager Forbes advised that lie had been contacted by the Seaboard Coastline
Railroad on the Old Depot on West Avenue. The Railroad 1s interested in selling
the building if the City will remove 1t from the Railroad property. It was the
consensus of the City Council that the City Manager should investigate the cost
of moving and renovating this building, locations that it could be placed,
dimensions, and report back to the City Council..
OLD CITY IIALL :
Councilman Meginley advised that he has been in contact with officials of the
South Lake Memorial Hospital. They are demolishing the old City hall building
and have agreed to save the City hall Plaque and store it for the City.
BLOXAM AVENUE
Councilman Meginley advised the Council of a December 20, 1979 article in the
SOUTH LAKE PRESS regarding the possible closing of Bloxam Avenue in the City of
Minneola, between Silverton and highway 27. Ile stated that the City's Compre—
liensive Plan included Bloxam Avenue as a major north —south street that should
be extended through the City of Clermont and Minneola. It was the consensus of
the Council that Councilman Meginley should inform the City of Minneola of the
Clermont Comprehensive Plan, and represent the City at the Minneola Workshop
Meeting on this matter.
LIBRARY
Councilman Byrd discussed the proposal the Council members had received from the
Library Board regarding the purchase of the old Exchange Bank Building on
Montrose Street for a new Library. All members present agreed that a workshop
meeting would be held with the Library Board at 5:00 p.m., Monday, January 7,
1980 in the City Council Chambers, if the time and date were agreeable to the
Library Board.
CHRISTMAS PARADE
Mayor Smoak expressed the outstanding job Bill and Michelle Delaney performed in
organizing the Christmas Parade. Motion was made by Councilman Meginley, seconded
by Councilman Byrd and unanimously carried that the Delaney's be sent a letter
of commendation to thank them for their efforts in organizing the Christmas Parade.
WASTEWATER REPORT
Mayor Smoak recognized Bud Sampson, from the City's Engineering Firm of
Springstead and Associates, Inc. Mr. Sampson passed out copies of the City's
Wastewater Compliance Schedule with the Department of Environmental Regulation.
He explained that in January, 1980, the City was required to select one of three
alternatives for the disposal of the City's treated effluent as follows:
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1. Landspraadi.ng: Mr. Simipson ndv.lned tluct :I,nndupranding won it
cosLly alternative for Clermont since Lite Only Lnn<I awil.inb,le
In producing eltrun grovan. Based on it land coot of. $9,000
per acre, he antiuucLad that IL would coat Lice City approxLnaLoly
$ 2,131,464 to treat 1.2 million gsllonn of aff.Iuont a Cloy, and
$1, 397,964 to treat 600,000 gallons per (Illy.
Councilman Meginley asked if vacant property in the City could bo uLIIized for
effluent disposal. lie also inquired if thin iden was fenaible if tho City were
starting from Lite ground up as wl.th Disney's EPCOT Center. Mr. Snmpaon advised
that this was an idea he had thoroughly researched. Ile stated that Lite problem
was Lhat even if we had the distribution nystom in place, you n1ways have LO
dispose of 600,000 gallons per day. During the wet seasons, the ground becomes
so saturated that the treated effluent would just run-off on Lite streets. Ile
further advised that there was an additional problem in possible virus (lineation
that some agencies believe could be associated with effluent, and that it could
become a health hazard. Mayor Smoak explained that: the City did pursue this
option in 1975, and the regulatory agencies would not approve of it unless the
disposal sites were fenced and at least 150 ft. away from human habitation.
2. Advanced Waste Treatment (AWT): Mr. Sampson explained that AWT plants
are expensive to design, construct and operate. They consume more
energy and require the use of more chemicals than any other alter-
native. It would cost approximately $2,500,000 to treat 600,000
gallons per day of the City's effluent. Be also explained that AWT
plants all over the nation are having operational problems.
3. Wetland Disposal: Mr. Sampson advised that he had reviewed five
basic concepts for the wetlands disposal of treated effluent, based
on Dr. Zoltek's report. Concept IV was chosen as a plan which
adhered to the parameters of the Zoltek report, was most cost
effective, and required the least energy to operate. Concept IV
is a confined area of 103 acres of marsh lying along the South
side of highway 50. The effluent would be applied to the marsh
through gravity distributors supplied from a force main from the
Sewage Treatment Plant.
Energy Costs: The costs of each alternative was explained as follows: A14T
$89.90 per day; Landspreading $29.00 per day; Wetland Spreading $3.10 per day
After much discussion, it was
MARSHLAND STUDY
City Manager Forbes advised that the University of Florida would pursue funding
for a study entitled "THE FATE OF PHOSPHORUS IN SECONDARILY TREATED WASTEWATER
APPLIED TO A FRESH14ATER MARSH". This study would be used to research what
happens to phosphorus if the City's marshland disposal alternative is ennstructed.
It would be funded entirely by the University of Florida and Federal Funding, if
approved by the proper federal agencies. He stated that he would send a letter
to the University of Florida advising them that the City was pursuing the
permitting necessary for the marshland disposal of treated effluent.
SLUDGE BID (Amended on 1-8-80)
Mayor Smoak removed himself from the Chair and discussion on the Sludge Bids
since he had submitted a bid. Councilman Byrd assumed the Chair.
City Manager Forbes advised that the bids were advertised and copies sent to
area citrus growers. He stated that one bid had been received from Claude Smoak
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CLtr.un Company I.n LIM anunatL of $856.70. Th.ln bLd incLudea all Of. the sludge.
produced at the WaaLe TreaLnu:st 1'lanL from January 1, 1980 to December 31, 1980,
City Manager Forbes recommended that thin bl.d be accepted. Notion was made by
Ri.,SoLUTION NO. 345 HONORING GEORGE J. SCIIRORDEL
Mayor Smoak resumed the Chair. Mayor Smoak read Resolution No. 345, A RESOLUTION
OF THE CITY OF CLERMONT, LAKE COUNTY, FLORIDA, IIONORfNG AND EXPRESSING APPRECIATION
TO GEORGE J. SCIIROLDEL FOR OUTSTANDING SERVICE TO THE CITIZENS OF THE CITY OF
CLERMONT. Motion was made by Councilman Mcgi.nley, seconded by Councilman Byrd
and unanimously carried that the Resolution be approved.
ORGANIZATIONAL MLETING
The City Council adjourned to administer the Oath of Office to Councilmen -Elect
Thomas, Meginley, and Cole.
City Manager Forbes administered the Oath to the Councilmen -Elect, who repeated
the following Oath in unison:
James Meginley, Dennis K. Thomas Lester Cole) do solemnly swear
that I will protect and defend the Constitution of the United States and
the State of Florida: That I am qualified to fill the Office of the City
of Clermont to which I have been elected, and That I will perform the
duties of that office to the best of my ability and understanding."
- -ORDINANCE NO. 202-C - CLOSING A PORTION OF LAKE SHORE DRIVE - `----`
The City Council meeting resumed to consider the final reading and adoption of
Ordinance No. 202-C. City Manager Forbes read the Ordinance by title only.
Mayor Smoak requested if any person present wished to make a comment in favor
of or against this proposed ordinance. No person rose to speak at this time.
City Manager Forbes read a letter dated August 7, 1979 from Mrs. Cathrine Rath -
wick of 160 E. Lake Shore Drive, stating her opposition to this Ordinance.
City Attorney Baird gave a presentation which included a history of the problems,
maps of the right-of-way, and utility locations on Lake Shore Drive. Ile
explained that the purpose of this ordinance was to firmly establish the City
right-of-way and obtain utility easements. The City cannot sell City right-of-
way, which is held in trust by the City for the public. The law states that
if the right-of-way is closed, one-half of the property goes to the properly
owners on each side of the street. The City also cannot use the street right-
of-way for recreational purposes, but only as a street.
City Attorney Baird offered an amendment to Ordinance 202-C. lie explained that in
consultation with the City Manager, it would be better if the City established
60' of right-of-way from the south end of the property lines, instead of describing
the right-of-way from the existing street. The street width can change, whereas
the south property lines should remain unchanged. This would amend Section I of
Ordinance 202-C as follows:
That portion of Lakeshore Drive, according to the Plat of Clermont
Heights, recorded in Plat Book 4, page 1, Public Records of Lake
County, Florida, as hereinafter described, is hereby closed and
permanently abandoned.
PARCEL NO. 1:
Bounded on the West by the East right-of-way line of Fourth Street;
bounded on the East by the West right-of-way .line of Second Street;
bounded on the South by the shores of Lake Minnehaha; bounded on the
North by a line running 60 feet South of and parallel with the
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South .1.111e of onkd Clermont Helghto, Leon and except the
extonol,on of 'third Street to Luke DlLnnchnho. Laos and except
onnemonLa retained by tVice CLty of. Clermont for the conatructton
and mal.ntenance of ut:L.lLtlon.
PARCEL NO. 2:
(founded on the Went by the Haut night -of -way line of Drew Avenue;
bounded on Lila liant by the Went right-of-way line of Diaston Avenue; j
bounded on the South by Lhe shores of. Lake MLnnehahn; bounded on the
a
North by a Line running 60 feat South of and parallel with the South
a
line of Lila nald Clermont heights, Leas and except the extensions
of Bowmnn Street and Anderson Street to Lake Minnebaha. less and
except cammTIants retained by L•hc City of Clermont for the con-
atruct,Loa and maintenance of utilities.
City ALLornoy Baird further explained that Ordinance 202-C only affected the pro -
party lying between Second and Fourth SLrects, and Drew and Diaston Avenues. 'file
Ordinance does not effect the property from Knapp Street to Drew Avenue, since
these property owners assert a claim to the south of their property. The effected
property owners will be giving the City easements as necessary from 8 feet to 18
fact' to
enable the City to maintain utilities on these properties.
City Attorney Baird advised that the City is establishing the City right-of-way
and relinquishing any interest- in the property lying south of the City right-of-
way on take Shore Drive, as established by this Ordinance. Mr. Baird also stated
that of
nterest in
his case,
hastbeenlilnvolvcdewlthlsomefofctheseiproperties,land becauseiheenlowslaw ownsapartner lie part -`
of the property involved.
Motion was made by
adrrCouncilmCoOlredinanadncue na2n0i2moC ubsle
y
n
ieed that tile amendment oposed y odo
cd. Motion was then made b Councilman —Byrd, seconded b Councilman Cole
and unanimously carried that Ordinance No. 202-C be adopted.
QUIT CLAIM DEED
City Attorney Baird advised that it would be helpful if the City would issue
Quit Claim Deeds to the property south of the City right-of-way that is being
closed by Ordinance No. 202-C. He stated that this would greatly assist in
clarifying title searches, and the Public Records, although street closings are
supposed to be automatically picked up by the County. He stated that the
recording costs of the Quit Claim Deeds would be paid by the effected property
owners. Motion was made b Councilman Me inle seconded b Councilman Cole and
unanimously carried that Quit Claim Deeds be issued for the property, closed by
Ordinance 202-C as amended.
CITY ATTORNEY SALARY
Mayor Smoak stated that he believed the City Attorney was doing an outstanding
job, and requested that his salary be reviewed and placed on the agenda for
the January 8, 1980 Organizational Meeting.
The meeting was adjourned at 9:45 P.M.
CLA DE E. SMOAK, JR., Mayor
GE D. y manager
GEORGE D. RUES - City Manager
TO: City Council
PROM: City Manager
SU13JECT: Street• Closing - Lake Shore Drive
DATE: I)ocamber 21, 1979
I'snclosed is the Ordinance prepared by the City Attorney
closing portions of the r:Lght--of-wa,y a."hong Lako Shore Drive.
The City Attorney has prepared this ordinance to insure
that the present roadway falls within the right-of-way, and to secure
utility easements.
As requested by the City Council, I have sent• a letter to
Mrs. Catherine Rathwick regarding this matter. Mrs. Rathwick has
requested that the enclosed letter be read at• the Public Hearing.
Sincerely,
Augnet 7Ut 1979
hr. Forbes, City manager
City of Clermont.
City Hall
Clermont, Florida
I own And have deed to Lots 9A And 11A 1n Little Highlands F;states. These lots extend
from the road to the lakn on Lakeshore Urive. 'rho major portion of thin property Is
considered a Street-Right-Or-Wa,Y, nithuut;h I do pay taxnn on these Iota.
Several pmruons who do not, own or have eland to property bet,wnet the road and Ulm
Lake, lease this property for $1,00 n year from the City of Clermont. They have built
expensive boat houses, ducks, storage houses, ntc., and have installed water and light
connections under Ulm road thernt.o. All of this on Public Owned Property. They have the
same priviladges as W13, who have paid for our lots and have paid tar.mn on them. This does
not seem fair.
The City Council has initiated artlon byl{uitrclaimdd19 Julia
awar1979 to to Ulm abutting
close
that
ng
portion bmtween Uie street and the Lake and by
property owners. I cannot understand this action Since According to my research, Ulm
land being vacated by the City has never been owned (Fee Simple) by Ule Upland Owners.
Therefore, t.hn revisionary rights arm not applicable.
Sinr.e the Citizens who do not own Uio property from the road to the Lake have be:n -
.dvi.sed by lettmr of the City's proposal, I feel ti,at Wm who do own late from Ulm road to
lhn Lake should have been nclvLsed of Unis proposal At, the same Limn. This is especially
true since I underatand that we will. be requested to provicle the City with an night (6)
foot F.asVdnnf, on the North Side of the road. What reason was thnrn for not advising 'is of Vila
proposal. on June 14th7
I rnaommend that. the City of Clermont retain thn right-of-way from the road to the
Lako for the following rmasonst
a. There is an urgent need for a sidewalk or walkway on Lakeshore Drive. Pedestrian,
l,icycle and auto traffic have considerably Increased this year. With this increase of
traffic, It is really dangerous to walk on the+noAd. Abo,it a three (3) foot walkway on the
South Side of the road should be sufficient And very little fill would be required.
h. If additional taxes are desired ( I understand that this is one reason for the
proposal), tin City should increase the cost, of the leases from $1.00 to the same amount. -us,-.
we, As owners pay In taxes. FurUner, tin City Should establish strSct building codes as
well As maintenance requirements in such a lease.
c. If the City of Clermont, is Ictmrminm,1 to release this ,property, then it should
bm made available to AIL OF T11F CITIMS OF CLMONT DY PUBLIC AUCTION. It shonil.d be notod
that there arm several Citizens who do not own Upland property on Lakeshore Drive but
nd
aw1jorm many purchased
ofntloave cityoed of to
whonn thm would want,aAndtShou dehave,fanlthat there
opportlnity
arm crony ✓
to buy this property instead of giving it, away.
Mr. IlAird adviend mo that he would he nvail.nb'I.m to diAcusa U11n proposal with intermstmd
,iti.zmns upon request. I hereby rmqumot that, thm City Couunilr
it, fake no further action on Uris proposal until all of the Citizens of Clmrmont
have been iuvited to a speaial meeting to discuss this particular porposal. Thio mmotinZ
should Le advnrtiaed 30 days in advanen of the Aumt:ng QW1 ,t»vidm for a gnmstion urd
answer period.
b. Providn lmgal jusllflcal.lon un to why the City naeds nn A foot maanuinnt oil Ine.
ilortlr Sidm of Laknahorm Drive Minn they Alrmruly have over 3o fen.t. on the South side of Ihn
road. I undnrstnnd That. Uim water l.lnns ern on Loth t.ie North And the South side of lhm
road, the swjority or which are on Urn South Sido. Also thnt tin newer linos arm unJer
Ulm rood.
c. Providm just,ifleatinr as to why City property can ho given away to some Citizens,
while othmrs must pay for Ulm sacnn typm of property. Further why this property which legally
tnlongs to All of the Citizens of (tlermont, cannot Im made availnhlm to all of U1e Citizens
of Clmrmont by Pnbllc Auntion.
d, If t.hm al-nvn oannnt hn iocoriplivhmd, t.hnn I suggmst UrAt Uin City rnlain tills
plghi. or-'wny and withdraw their lot.tmr of offer which wns smni. only to snlocted Citizerus,
3111cere1.v,
Mrs'. CaUlarine Rathwick
160 R. LAkmshore Drive
Clermont, Florida R711
Phonm 394-3290
December 20th,1979
City of Clermont
City Hall
Clermont, Florida 32711
AWN; GEORGE D. FORBES
CITY MANAGER
Thank you for your letter of 18 December 1979 concerning the second reading
and public hearing on the closing of portions of Lakeshore Drive, I am in E1 Paso
Texas duo to the death of my Brother and will not be able to attend this second
hearing.
As you remember, I did furnish you personally) prior to the first hearing a
letter of objection to this closing citing the specific reasons for my objection.
You advised me of the first hearing by letter and it was forwarded to me here in
Texas. Mr. August Schultz at my request asked you to read my letter of objection
to the people attending the first hearing. However it was not read to the people
attending the hearing.
Since I am unable to attend this second public hearing, I Catherine Rathwick,
as a Citizen and Taxpayer in the City of Clermont, request you as the City Manager
representing the Citizens of Clermont, to read my letter of objection to this
closing,aloud and line for line,to the people attending this public hearing on
December 27th,1979. Thanking you in advance, I am,
Sincerely,
Catherine Rathwick
160 E. Lakeshore Drive
Clermont, Florida 32711
Temporary Address;
2303 E. Yandell Dr.
E1 Paso, Texas 79903
Phone 915-544-2251
CITY OF CLIiRMONT j
SPECIFICATIONS FOR
SLUDGE DISPOSAL
Approximately 225,000 pounds of dry sludge per year is produced. The sludge
is available in both liquid or dry form. The City of Clermont makes no
guarantee as to the quality of the sludge.
SPI:CIFICATIONSt
1. The successful bidder must transport the sludge from the Waste
Treatment Plant.
2. The successful bidder will be responsible for disposing of all
sludge produced by the Waste Treatment Plant from January 1, 1980
to December 31, 1980.
3. All bids must be submitted on forms provided by the City of Clermont, --
G. All bid proposals must be submitted in a sealed envelope, clearly
marked on the outside "BID FOR SLUDGE".
5. The successful bidder agrees to dispose of the sludge in a manner
that complies with any federal and/or state laws regarding the
disposal of sludge.
CITY OF CLRRMONT
DID PROPOSAL FORM
SLIIDCI{ DISPOSAL_
TO: City of Clermont, 1'. 0. Dux 219. Clermont, Florida 32711
I/We O- L"A SIC 0,LZtAl6. &^— hereby agree to
furnish the service of disposal of sludge produced by the Wants Treatment
Plant from January 1, 1980 to December 31, 1980 for the oum of $
The undersigned certifies that he has examined and agrees to the specifications
and conditions of the proposal for disposing of sludge produced by the Clermont
Waste Treatment Plant.
Authorized Signntur /Title AA
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BILLS PAID DECEMBI,R
Aladdin Dust Control, Inc.
(Janitorial Supplies)
Advance Electric
(Electrical Supplies)
Armstrong Smith Paints
(Paint & Painting Suppliae)
Barney's Pumps, Inc.
(O-Scal)
Boggs Fire Equip., Inc.
(Fire Equip.)
B & Il Sales
(Inventory Supplies)
Craig Septic Tank Service
(Lift Station Maint.)
Curtin Matheson Scientific, Inc.
(Lab, Supplies)
Callaghan & Company
(Legal Books)
Clermont Builders Supply, Inc.
(Building Supplies)
Clermont Auto Parts
(Auto Repair Parts)
Cal llegatrom Co. of Florida
(Office Supplion)
Clermont Hardware & Supply
(Ilardwara Supplies)
Central Florida Nursery
(Troea)
Clements Peat Control, Inc.
(Peat Control)
Electro-Protective Corp.
(Service Contract)
F & R Office Supplies, Inc.
(Office Supplies)
Florida Telephone Corp.
(Utilities)
Florida Power Corp.
(Utilities)
Gem Chemical Co.
(Janitorial Service)
General Electric
(Radio Equip.)
Ili -Acres, Inc.
Hughes Supply, Inc.
(Fertilizer)
(Luxtrol Coil & Inventory Supplies)
Hunts Garden Center
Hilltop Stationery
(Dog Food & Rakes)
(Office Supplies, Towels, & Tables)
Jack's Garage on Wheels
(Auto Repair Parts)
J 11 Matthews
(Granite & Memorials)
Jim Willie Hardware & Supply
(Hardware Supplies)
Jerry's Lock & Key
(Kaye)
Kennedy Co.
(Electrical Maint.)
Lake County Health Department
(Postage)
Lake Apopka Nat'l Gas
(Utilities)
Lake Communications Service
(Radio Maint.)
Lake Co. Board of Co. Commissioners
(Landfill Charges)
Mobile Electric Supply
(Electrical Supplies)
Motion Industries, Inc.
(Spider)
Monroe
(Equip. Maint.)
._.__Macasphalt Corp.
(Paving)
Motorola Inc.
(Raddo Maint.)
Mid -Florida Tractor Sales, Inc.
(Auto Maint. Parts)
Victor Newton
(Lot Mowing)
Moffatt Bearings Co.
(Bearings)
Orlando Paving Co.
(Asphalt)
Olivenbaum Insurance Agency
(Insurance)
Orlando Lab., Inc.
(Bacteriological Determinations)
Press Time
(Office Supplies)
Publix Super Market
(Film Prints)
Sewing Basket
(Uniforms)
Standard Auto Parts
(Auto Maint. Parts)
South Lake Press
(Publications)
Springstead & Associates, Inc.
(Engineering Services)
Tropical Men's Wear
(Uniforms)
The International City Management
Assoc. (Dues)
Whites Home & Auto
(Minor Supplies)
Ward Engineering Co., Inc.
(Controls)
Williams Steel Industries
(Oxygen)
Webb Bolt & Nut Co.
(Supplies)
Wallace & Tiernan
(Equip. Maint. Supplies)
32.25
21.76
135.14
73.00
118.00
206.00
72.00
69.09
95.00
79.75
1,80.34
29.25
83.24
105.00
11.00
161.10
6.50
704.31
9561.25
64.77
723.00
109.60
330.50
28.74
1085.94
5.90
394.85
74.51
10.20
131.50
18.00
38.61
50.00
681.00 1
44.57 is
15.09
53.00
61727.43
113.50
125.70
513.75
41.04
238.83
488.00
28.00
12.50
6.95
51.00
85.27
42.33
2209.55
71.00
126.31
6.95
89.94
46.84
172.92
240.84
82042.41
TO:
City Council
FROM:
City Manager
SUBJECT:
Wastewater Treatment
DATE:
December 21, 1979
The City Engineer has been
reviewing the Marsh Study
recommendations for the Marshland
disposal. of treated effluent.
Attached is a summary of
their report on the possible
alternatives to implementing this
study.
The City Engineer will be
present at Thursday's meeting
to give a
complete report on this
matter.
Sincerely,
..._
George D. Forbes_...... _.... .__..._ .._
City Manager
GDF:js
Attachment
cc: City Clerk (12/27/79 Agenda)
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
REPORT
STUDY OF ALTERNATIVE METHODS
FOR DISPOSAL OF SECONDARILY
TREATED WASTEWATER
FOR THE
CITY OF CLEDIONT
F-108
DECEMBER, 1979
Prepared by
SPRINGSTEAD AND ASSOCIATES, INC.
LEESBURG, FLORIDA
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Thu "Wastewater Disposal Compliance Schadulo" approved by
the City Council on April 26, 1979 is a part of the "Temporary
Opurating Permit" now in effuct for tiro Operation of the City of
Clermont's sewage treatment plant.
This compliance schedule allots the year 1979 for the study
of three (3) alternative methods for the disposal of the wastewater
now emerging from the existing sewage treatment plant. The three
methods are,
1. Advanced Wastewater Treatment Plant (AWT).
2. Land Spreading.
3. Wetland Application.
Thcsc studies have been pursuod extorr..iVuly throughout the
i
past year (1979) and this report represents the results. Con-
currently the University of Florida Wetland's Division completed
their study on the marsh and their final report was presented on
October 30, 1979.
ADVANCED WASTEWATER TREATMENT (A'WT)
Advanced wastewater treatment plants are expensive to design
and construct and require highly skilled operators to produce a
satisfactory effluent. They consume more energy and require the
use of more chemicals than either a land spreading or wetland
application system.
An estimate prepared by a cost comparison method indicates
ADVANCED WASTEWATER TREATMIiNT (A'WT) (coil..)
a cost of over $2,500,000.00 to '�ruut O.0 X.GD of secondary offluent.
LAND SPREADING
A study was made of a typical land spreading system within a
roascnable distance of the Clermont suw,:gu truatmunt plant.
The only land available is producing citrus grovu. Lased on
a land cost of $9,000.00 per acre, an estimate was prepared which
indicates a cost of approximately $2,131,464.00. This estimate in-
cludes the purchase of enough land to serve a plant double the size
of the existing sewage treatment plant. To compare costs with the
AWT method and the marsh disposal method for 0.6 MGD, one half of
the land cost should be deducted from the above,estimato.
$2,131,464.00 - $733,600.00 = $1,397,964.00 (0.6 MGD) -.
WETLAND APPLICATION
Many studies were made on this method resulting in fivo (5)
conceptual plans. Concept IV was eventually chosen as the plan
which adhered to the parameters in the Zolcok Report, was most cost
effective, and required the least energy to operate.
Concept IV is, briefly, a confined area of 103 acres of marsh
lying along the South side of State High.;ay 50. The effluent will
be applied to the marsh through gravity distributors supplied from
a low head force main from tha scrlage treatr;ent plant.
More sophisticated details are being prepared for this concept
and preliminary estimates indicate a cost •in the range of $800,000.00
to $850,000.00
WETLAND APPLICATION (cont.)
The marsh area where the construction is proposed is present-
ly owned by Lake County. The City of Clermont intends to enter in-
to negotiations with the County Commissioners to obtain a cost
free lease for the use of this property. Therefore, no land costs
are included in this estimate.
COMPARISON OF ENGERGY COSTS
A comparison of the energy cost for each method has been made
iy
based on preliminary estimates of power requirements. A cost of
$0.05/KWH has been used for this purpose.
AWT I,
$89.90/Day 'r
Land Spreading $29.00/Day
Wetland Spreading $ 3.10 Da
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CITY OP CLIMMONT
SPECIFICATIONS FOR
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SLUDGE, DISPOSAL
Approximately 225,000 pounds of dry sludge per year is produced. The sludge
is available in both liquid or dry form. The City of Clermont makes no
guarantee as to the quality of the sludge.
SPECIFICATIONS: �r
1. The successful bidder must transport the sludge from the Waste
Treatment Plant.
2. The successful bidder will be responsible for disposing of all
sludge produced by the Waste Treatment Plant from January 1, 1980
to December 31, 1980.
3. All bids must be submitted on forms provided by the City of Clermont," "
4. All bid proposals must be submitted in a sealed envelope, clearly
marked on the outside "BID FOR SLUDGE".
5• The successful bidder agrees to dispose of the sludge in a manner
that complies with any federal and/or state laws regarding the
disposal of sludge.