08-09-1977 Supporting DocumentsMINUTES N4 1430
REGULAR MIIET.TNG
A Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Clermont wan hold In the Council
Chambers on Tuenday, August 9, 1977, The meeting was called to order at 7:30 P.M. by
Mayor Claude E. Smook, Jr., with the following members present: Councilmen Money, Byrd,
and Blackburn. Other officials present were: City Manager Tiffany, City Attorney Baird,
City Clark Carroll, Building Official Nagel, and Chief of Police Tyndal. Others present
were: Ms. Maureen Hurd, Master Chris Honey, Mrs. Jan Smith, and the Manors. VanderMeer,
Saunders, Searles, Cole, and Matthews. Mr. Joe Sanchez, Sentinel/Star representative, was
also present.
The involation was offered by Councilman Byrd, followed by repeating of the Pledge of
Allegiance in unison by those present.
The Minutes of the Regular Meeting held July 26, 1977 were approved as written.
CLOSED LANDFILL
Mr. J. M. VanderMeer, Realtor, and his client, Mr. Fred Saunders, appeared before
Council to inquire of their interest in leasing the city owned closed landfill in
Groveland Farms, for agricultural purposes. It was the consensus that Messrs.
VanderMeer and Saunders, in cooperation with City Manager Tiffany and City Attorney
Baird, prepare a firm proposal for lease of the property and submit back for Council's
consideration.
FLORIDA LEAGUE OF CITIES ANNUAL CONVENTION
City Manager Tiffany advised of the 51st Annual Florida League of Cities Convention
to be held on October 27th thru 29th in Kissimmee, and the need for Council to ------'---
designate a voting delegate. Motion was made by Councilman Byrd, seconded by
Councilman Honey and carried, that Mayor Smoak be so named.
SEMINOLE WELL
City Manager Tiffany advised that a written inspection report on the Seminole Well
had not been received as yet, but at the preliminary viewing of the televised
inspection, it had appeared to be a default in the well construction at the 180 foot
level. Mayor Smoak commended City Manager Tiffany on his exhaustive efforts to
determine whether or not there are any defects in the workmanship, design or
materials associated with the well construction.
MARSHLAND STUDY
Mayor Smoak reported that, due to the unusually dry conditions in the marsh this
season which had caused problems in the research project being conducted by Drs.
Zoltek and Bailey, it was their desire to extend the project through a second
growing season; That in order to qualify for Federal funding assistance in such an
extension,it would be necessary that local sources pledge 25% of the project
extension cost; and, That following an air view of the project on this date with
Dr. Zoltek, which had shown the evident drought conditions in the marsh, he had
advised they would submit a written proposal for consideration by Council at their
meeting to be held August 23rd.
ROAD AND BRIDGE MILLAGE
Mayor Smoak reported that one of the results from the extensive study and work
conducted by the Tax Equalization Committee had been the proposal by the County
Commission to reduce the Road and Bridge Millage for fiscal year 77-78 from .082
mills to .003 mills, but that a recent communication from Mr. Burton Brown, Lake
County League of Cities President, had indicated there would be opposition to such a
proposal that would mean a loss of revenue to the municipalities. Having been a
member of the Tax Equalization Committee which had studied the matter thoroughly,
Mayor Smoak opined the purported opposition was due to a misunderstanding that 100%
of the road and bridge collection is remitted when, in fact, only 50% is returned, and
he thereupon moved that Council support the proposed reduction. The motion was secon
ded by Councilman Byrd and carried.
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MINUTES Nt► 1431
NEILSON DOCK REQUEST
City Manager Tiffany advised of a request received from Mr. Steve Neiloon for
permission to build a private dock and measured swimming course on city owned
property at Crystal Lake. It was the opinion of Mr. Tiffany that granting more -
or -less such exclusive private rights to public property could result in complex
legal and policy problems, and he thereby recommended that the request not be
upon made by Councilman Blackburn, seconded by Council
granted. Motion was there
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PAYMENT OF BILLS
Motion was made by Councilman Blackburn seconded by Councilman Honey and carried
that the bills be paid. A copy is attached hereto.
RESOLUTIONS/ORDINANCES
Mayor Smoak offered and moved the ado Lion of A RESOLUTION PROVIDING A TAX LEVY
OF 5.00 MILLS ON ALL PROPERTY IN THE CITY OF CLMMONT FOR THE YEAR 1977 FOR THE
GENERAL OPERATION EYPENSr: OF THE CITY and the motion was seconded by Councilman
Blackburn and unanimously carried. The RESOLUTION was read by Mayor Smoak, by title
only, and the Number 301 assigned to it.
INANCE
CODE OF
Councilmankburn introduced AN UUNNTY,IEFLORIDA,,GENCY RADOPTINGUTHERUTILITIES FUND BUDGETS
FOR THE CITY OF CLERMONT FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 1977-78; AUTHORIZING RECEIPTS AND DIS-
BURSEMENTS CONTAINED THEREIN; REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH:
PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY: PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE: AND PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION...
The ORDINANCE was read by Deputy Clerk Smith by title only.Cou
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COMMENTS BY COUNCIL MEMBERS
Councilman Byrd advised that he would be out of the City during the next regularly
scheduled Council meeting to be held August 23rd, and requested that any Council
action requiring his vote to be deferred until the first scheduled meeting in
September.
There being no further business to be brought before Council at this time, the meeting was
adjourned by Mayor Smoak at 8:45 P.M.
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CLAUDE E. SMOAK,JR., MAWK
ATTEST:
DOLO -S W. CARROLL, CITY CLERK
TO: City Council
FROM: City Manager
SUBJECT: Closed Landfill
DATE: July 21, 1977
During March you discussed the 40-acre City owned closed landfill
which is located at the south end of Oak Lane Drive west of the marsh.- At
that time no action was taken, but from discussion it appeared to be Council's
feeling that the land be retained for possible future use.
On the reverse is a letter from Jay VanderMeer proposing, on behalf
of his client, to lease the tract by one of three listed methods. Mr. VanderMeer
will be at the August 9 meeting to discuss the proposal.
A lease would not only generate revenue, but also would enhance
the value of the land.
Any improvements made for agricultural purposes would improve the
quality of this former landfill land.
If you agree that the land is available for lease, I recommend
referring the matter to the City Attorney and I for negotiation within guidelines
-.--- that you establish.
Gordo Tiffany
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July 14, 1977
Gordon Tiffany, City Manager
City of Clermont
Clermont, Florida 32711
Dear Mr. Tiffany:
Re: 40 acre closed dump site
I have a party who is interested in leasing this 40 acre tract by one of
the following methods which will be in agreement with City Council:
ill - Lease this 40 acre tract for a 5 year period with a right to an
additional 5 year period and at this point to purchase from the city
for the appraised value established at that time.
#2 - Lease for 5 years with the option to purchase at an agreed price
established at the signing of the agreement.
#3 - A long term lease with escalation clause established by appraisal
evaluations at 5 year intervals.
I would like to discuss this with the City Council on August 9, whereas
I will be out of town until August 6.
Sincerely,
M. Vander Meer
Realtor -Appraiser
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ACCOUNTS PAYABLE - AUGUST 9, 3,977
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GEF 1FUND
A & L Automotive
(Wheel Balance)
14.00
Bniteriou By Fiaher,Inc.
(Auto Partn)
15.74
Cal Ilegatrom Co.
(Copying Machinu Rental)
175.00
Clermont Bldro.Supply
(Concrete-B1dg.Materinla)
1668.59
Crest Restaurant
(Luncheon-Mrs.Dol.lar)
22.33
Clermont Auto Parts
(Vehicle & Equipment Parts)
109.53
Coble's Radiator
(Rebuild Starter)
4.90
D.G.Rombo,Florist
(Flowers)
15.60
Engel's
(Police Dept.Uniforms)
52.20
Eckerd Drugs
(Film & Developing)
31.58
Floyd's Plumbing
(Replacements & Service
Jenkins Bldg. & Jaycee Beach)
490.51
Florida Power
(Pole installation -Softball Field)
210.00
F & R Office Supply
(Office Supplies)
8.45
Gem Chemical Co.
(Janitorial Supplies)
16.53
Goodyear Service Stores
(Tires)
494.95
Hilltop Stationery
(office Supplies & Typewriter Repair)
129.45
Hunt's Garden Center
(Swan Food)
4.95
Jim Willis Hardware
(Tee-P-Trap-Key Stock)
4.33
J.H.Matthews Co.
(Memorial)
51.70
Jones Equipment Co.
(Breathalyzer Gauge)
22.00
Kennedy Company
(Monthly Maintenance -Repairs at
Jenkins Bldg.)
239.63
Lakeland Frame & Axle
(Garbage Packer Repair Parts)
202.59
Lanier Business Products
(Maintenance Contract Renewals -
Recorders -Transcribers)
293.02
Lake Apopka Gas
(Utilities -Highlander Hut)
7.20
Madden's Electric
(Refrigerator Repair)
22.35
Morgan's Auto Parts
(Auto Parts)
9.9
South Lake Press
(Legal Publications)
35.52
Standard Auto Parts
(Vehicle & Equipment Parts)
63.81
Shelfer Ford Tractor
(Tractor Repair Parts)
29.03
Sam's Union 76
(Mineral Spirits)
69.19
Sears
(Mechanic Tool Set)
530.00
W.M.Teal
(Petroleum Products)
1333.84
Texaco,Inc.
(Petroleum Products)
71.50
White's Blue Print
(Vellum Print)
36.00
TOTAL
$ 6485.92
UTILITIES DEPARTMENT
Allied Chlorine
(Chlorine)
189.00
Clermont B1drs.Supply
(Wire -Rope -Plugs -Paint, etc.)
95.10
Curtin Matheson
(Chemicals)
179.47
Dyna Systems
(Chemical Supplies/Containers)
84.26
Davis Meter
(Water Meters)
1018.09
Hughes Supply,Inc.
(Tees)
31.11
Jim Willis Hardware
(Marshland Study Supplies)
66.98
Leesburg Armature
(Pump Mtr. Repair)
170.00
Moreland Chemical
(Hydrogen Peroxide & Chlorine)
1679.88
Orlando Laboratories
(Water Samples)
620.00
South Lake Press
(Printing)
23.40
Standard Auto Parts
(Pliers -Hose -Oil)
42.02
Sta-Con,Inc.
(Air Pumps)
76.72
Western Auto
(Electrical Plugs)
3.84
TOTAL
$ 4279.87
TO: City Council
FROM: City Manager
SUBJECT: Neilson Dock Request
DATE: July 28, 1977
Attached is a letter and three drawings submitted by Steve Neilson,
344 Crystal Lake Drive, requesting permission to build a private dock and
measured swimming course on City owned property at Crystal Lake.
I will invite Mr. Neilson to attend the August 9 City Council
meeting to discuss this matter. I recommend, however, that you do NOT
grant the request at that meeting because of the complex legal and policy
questions involved in granting more -or -less exclusive private rights to
public property.
The City had granted leases and then easements to City lakefront
property for the private use of adjacent property owners. Your action on
this request may be seen as a precedent by holders of these leases or
easements when they request renewal.
Questions that should be resolved before acting in this request
include the City's right to grant exclusive use of public property to an
individual, liability for injury on public property, and overall environ-
mental, planning, and policy matters concerning granting such requests.
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Gor on Tiffany
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TO: City Council
FROM: City Manager
SUBJECT: Millage Resolution
DATE: 8-3-77
Attached is a Resolution setting our 1977-78 millage rate
at 5.00 mills, the same as for the two proceeding fiscal years.
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Based on 95% of our $48,844,085 effective taxable value,
this millage rate will produce $232,009 in revenue for the coming
fiscal year. This 95% figure is used for budget purposes to com-
pensate for discounts and non -payments, and should be considered
the minimum amount that would be collected.
Our certified millage for the coming fiscal year is 5.22.
This certified millage would produce the amount received this year
($235,807.30) if no new construction and only 95% of our assessed
value was taxed. The difference of .22 mills results from a
comparison of "apples and oranges" - revenue based on 95% of
valuation for next year's certified millage but based on 100% of
valuation for the current year's receipts.
The Property Appraiser must have our millage set by resolution
by mid -August. I recommend adopting the attached Resolution.
Gordon Tiffany
Attachment
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