01-27-1981 Supporting Documents0
CITY OF CLERHONT
MINUTES
January 27, 1901
A Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Clermont
was held in the Council Chambers on Tuesday, January 27, 1981.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor pro Lem Dennis Thomas
at 7:30 p.m. with the following Councilmen in attendance:
Lester Cole, Mike Conley, and Bob Pool. Mayor Hoskinson was
in attendance, arriving after the invocation. Other City
Officials present were: Finance Director Saunders, Chief of
Police Tyndal, Building official Harvey Nagel, Public Works
Director Bob Smythe, and City Clerk Rozar.
The Invocation was offered by Finance Director Wayne Saunders,
followed by repeating of the Pledge of Allegiance by all present.
The Minutes of the Regular Meeting held January 13, 1981 were
amended as follows:
PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION - (Amendment No. 1)
The following named persons were presented as requesting
appointment to the Planning & Zoning Commission:
Laura Cook
Jo Cunningham
Adelbert Evans
Albert Fogel
Louise Relyea
Bob Thompson
Joe Washuta
Per Roll Call vote, the following is a reflection of the
votes cast for persons requesting appointment to the Planning
and Zoning Commission:
Laura Cook 4 (Conley, Hoskinson, Pool, Thomas)
Louise Relyea 4 (Conley, Hoskinson, Pool, Thomas)
Bob Thompson 4 (Conley, Hoskinson, Pool, Thomas)
Adelbert Evans 3 (Conley, Pool, Thomas)
Jo Cunningham 2 (Pool, Hoskinson)
Joe Washuta 2 (Conley, Thomas)
Albert E. Fogel 1 (Hoskinson)
A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCILMAN THOMAS, SECONDED BY
COUNCILMAN POOL, AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED THAT THE FOUR
HIGHEST VOTE RECIPIENTS BE APPOINTED TO THE BOARD, AND
THE FIFTH SEAT BE TABLED FOR VOTE WIZEN THE FIFTIi MEMBER
OF THE COUNCIL IS PRESENT.
CLEAN COMMUNITY COMMISSION - (Amendment No. 2)
The following named persons were presented as requesting
appointment to the Clean Community Commission:
John J. McCarthy
Bob Wertz
Mrs. Marvin L. Stiles
Isaac McCall, Jr.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCILMAN CONLEY SECONDED BY
COUNCILMAN THOMAS AND UNANIMOUSLY. CARRIED THAT THE
INCUMBENT SEATS 1 Sue Hooten 3. Ray Roberts, 7_. Frank Trolle
11 Bill Cockcroft 13 Gerald McClean,.15. William McKinney,
BE RE -APPOINTED AND THE FOLLOWING PERSONS BE APPOINTED TO
SEATS 4 5 8 & 9 respectively:
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John J. McCarthy Mrs. Marvin L. St i es
Bob Wertz Isaac McCall, Jr.
CITY OF CLER41ONT
MINUTES
January 27, 1901
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_PARKS AND RECREATION COMMITTEE - (Amendment No. 3)
The following persons submitted letters requesting appoint-
ment to the Parks and Recreation Committee: Arlene Hanks,
Nell Hunt, Bob Wear, Ed Pauley, Beth Allison, Adolphus Church,
Don L. Smith, Barrie Rakow and Mary Shaw.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCILMAN CONLEY, SECONDED BY
COUNCILMAN POOL AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED THAT THE PERSONS
SUBMITTING LETTERS IN REQUEST OF APPOINTMENT BE APPOINTED
TO THE PARKS AND RECREATION COMMITTEE.
ECFRPC 208 WATER QUALITY ADVISORY BOARD- (Amendment No. A)
A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCILMAN CONLEY AND SECONDED BY
COUNCILMAN POOL, THAT BILL DAILEY AND ADELBERT "BUCK' EVANS
BE APPOINTED AS CITIZEN AND ALTERNATE MEMBERS OF THE
ECFRPC 208 WATER QUALITY ADVISORY BOARD. THE MOTION CARRIED
WITH MAYOR HOSKINSON CASTING A NAY VOTE.
*Mayor Hoskinson requests the record reflect that as a matter
of policy he believes every priority should be given to
appointing city residents to fill positions on the City "
advisory boards and eliminating dual officeholding with respect to
individuals serving the City in more than one capacity.
Multiple officeholding increases the possibilities for
conflict of interest and reduces citizen participation.
January 27 Meeting cont'd.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
Finance Director Saunders stated there will be a Public
Hearing in Tavares with our State Senator and House of
Representatives. This meeting will give all boards,
municipalities, elected officials and the general public
the opportunity to inquire or suggest any proposed legislation.
FINANCE DIRECTOR'S REPORT
Finance Director Saunders reported that all firms contacted
regarding Interim Financing have responded favorably if the
City should decide to market their own Bond Anticipation Notes.
Sun Bank, Wm.- R. Hough Co., and Southeastern Municipal Bond are
interested in bidding for the Bond Anticipation Notes.
Sun Bank is still holding open their option for a Direct Loan.
Mr. Saunders suggested action be taken at the next meeting.
COUNCIL REPORTS
Mike Conley
Councilman Conley reported he had attended a meeting of the
Upper Palatlakaha Water Study and received a preliminary
report to study.
CITY OF CLPPJIONT
MINUTES
January 27, 1981
Page 3
Lester Cole
Councilman Cole relating to the City Manager's memo, stated that
lie felt Jacob Odom should receive more than the 50% time credit
for sick leave accrued to be reimbursed upon his retirement. It
was discussed that the current personnel policy does not allow
sick leave accrued to be reimbursed upon termination or retirement.
It was the consensus of the Council that Mr. Odom is deserving
of a bonus for the 675 hours of sick leave he has accrued, and
that any action taken not necessarily be a precedent for future
sick leave policy. A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCILMAN CONLEY THAT
JACOB ODOM BE AWARDED A CASH PAYMENT FOR 50% OF HIS SICK LEAVE
ACCRUED. THE MOTION DIED FOR LACK OF A SECOND.
81-11. After extensive discussion, A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCILMAN COLE
AND SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN TIIOMAS THAT MR. ODOM BE AWARDED A CASH
PAYMENT FOR 752 OP HIS SICK LEAVE ACCRUED. THE MOTION CARRIED
WITH COUNCILMAN CONLEY VOTING NAY.
Mayor Hoskinson presented Mr. Odom a watch in appreciation for the
22 years Mr. Odom has served the City.
SUB -LEASE: GEORGE HOVIS
Mayor Hoskinson explained the request by George Hovis to sub -lease
a portion of his offices to Fetherman, Crabtree, and VanAusdal,
P.A., Certified Accountants from Lakeland, Florida. The area to
be occupied is the former office of Leonard H. Baird, Jr. and his
81-12 secretary. A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCILMAN CONLEY, SECONDED BY
COUNCILMAN COLE AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED THAT THE SUB -LEASE
REQUEST BE GRANTED.
APPOINTMENT OF PLANNING AND ZONING MEMBER
Appointment of the fifth seat on the Planning and Zoning Commission
was carried over from the previous meeting due to the lack of a
majority vote for three nominees. The three persons voted on
previously were: Jo Cunningham, Albert Fogel, and Joe Washuta.
No other names were submitted for nomination. After extensive
81-13 discussion, A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCILMAN THOMAS AND SECONDED
BY COUNCILMAN POOL THAT JO CUNNINGHAM, ALBERT FOGEL, AND JOE WASHUTA
BE NOMINATED AND A ROLL CALL VOTE BE TAKEN TO DETERMINE THE
APPOINTMENT OF THE FIFTH SEAT TO THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION.
THE MOTION CARRIED I4ITH MAYOR HOSKINSON CASTING A NAY VOTE, STATING
HIS OPPOSITION TO THE PROCEDURE.
Per Roll Call Vote, the following is a reflection of the votes cast
for persons requesting appointment to the Planning and Zoning
Commission:
CITY OP CLRRMONT
MINUTES
.Janaury 27, 1981
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_UPPER PALATLAKAIIA CONTRACT
Will Davis, Project Coordinator for the Upper Palatlakaha
Water Study was present and explained the proposed contract.
Ile stated there were only minor .revisions in the agreement
81-14 from last year's. After some discussion, A MOTION WAS
MADE BY COUNCILMAN CONLEY, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN THOMAS,
AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIL;D THAT TILE UPPER PALATLAKAIIA WATER
STUDY AGREEMENT BE ACCEPTED.
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT: BELL CERAMICS
It was explained that Bell Ceramics is a nonconforming use
under R-3 zoning, and cannot be changed to another nonconforming
use. Ilowever, through the conditional use process it may be
enlarged or expanded if it is determined that such reconstruc-
tion or expansion is not detrimental to the district in which
it is located. After review of the Planning and zoning Com-
81-15 mission's recommendation, and discussion, a MOTION WAS MADE
BY COUNCILMAN THOMAS, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN CONLEY AND UNAN-
IMOUSLY CARRIED THAT THE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT BE GRANTED -- -<
AS FOLLOWS:
1. The conditional use permit shall become void if the
existing use (ceramics manufacturing) of this property
is changed.
2. The conditional use permit will expire in five (5) years
if no construction has begun on the proposed addition.
3. Any additions shall be restricted to a height that does
not exceed the height of the present block building and
to a total maximum floor space of 40,000 sq. feet,
measured by the exterior building lines.
4. Within one (1) year after the addition is completed, and
temporary C/O issued, the existing two (2) story structure
(Mold Building) shall be torn down and removed from the
site. At that time a permanent C/0 will be issued or the
temporary terminated.
5. The addition must meet all City setback regulations.
6. The property must conform to all applicable City rules
and regulations such as, but not limited to: landscaping,
building codes, parking, drainage, street loading and
unloading.
7. No ceramic wastes may be disposed on the property, and
no undue noise, odor or smoke shall be emitted from any
building located on the property.
S. A Certificate of Occupancy be issued only after all of
the above conditions are met.
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9. Consideration must be given to avoid reduction of the view
of the lake to property south and east in the site plan-
ning process.
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CITY OP CLPMIONT
MINUTES
January 27, 1981.
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VARIANCE: K & E Construction, 600 and 640 W. Osceola St -
The architect for Lake Minneola Development, Inc. presented
a request for a variance to the City's Zoning Ordinance to
construct two quadriplexes with a front
yard setback of 181, whereas, 25, are required and the rear
yard setback of 191, whereas, 25' are required. Ile stated
the unusual triangular shaped configuration of this property
makes the variance necessary, creating problems with the
parking requirements. Ile further stated that the slope of
the property substantiates the need for the particular
design of the buildings.
Tony honey, representing himself and Mr. and Mrs. H. A. honey,
spoke in opposition to the variance. Ile stated granting this
variance would be in essence not for hardship reasons, but
for architectural accomodation. IIe emphasized the problem
of street parking already existing on Osceola Street, between
Seventh Street and Lake Street, which would be compounded
further by the additional traffic to these units.
After extensive discussion, it was the consensus of the Council
that there being sufficient property to build upon without
the issuance of a variance, granting this particular variance
81-16 would indeed be for architectural accomodation. A MOTION WAS
MADE BY COUNCILMAN COLS, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN THOMAS, AND
UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED THAT THE VARIANCE BE DENIED.
VARIANCE Cumberland Farms East Avenue and highway 50, N.W. corner
Finance Director Saunders explained that this variance
requests a rear yard seback of 20' whereas, 25' are required
and a front yard setback of 461, whereas, 50' are required.
Representative for Cumberland Farms stated that moving the
building further forward would create a parking and traffic
flow problem, and the steep topography to the rear of the
building warrants this .request. The canopy would extend
four feet into the front yard setback, but is only a roof for
weather protection, and will be nine feet high and open.
81-17 After extensive discussion, A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCILMAN POOL,
AND SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN THOMAS, THAT THIS VARIANCE BE
GRANTED DUE TO THE SAFETY FACTORS WARRANTING THE SPECIFIED
SETBACKS. THE VARIANCE WAS GRANTED WITH MAYOR HOSKINSON VOTING
NAY. Mr. Hoskinson relates that,. in his opinion, there were
noE sufficient reasons for granting this variance, and requests
this clarification of his vote be reflected in the minutes.
_EXTENSION OF CLOSING DATE, INLAND GROVES
It was explained that the extension is necessary to give the
City time to ensure that the property will be accepted by all
of the governmental agencies for the disposal of the City's
81-18 secondarily treated effluent. A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCILMAN
THOMAS,
SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN COLE, AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED
THAT THE EXTENSION AGREEMENT FOR THE PURCHASE OF THE INLAND
GROVE PROPERTY BE ACCEPTED, WITH THE DATE OF CLOSING,
DULY 31, 1981. Councilman Pool requests it be noted for record,
he does own one share in this property.
CITY OP CLP.RMONT
MINUTES
January 27, 1981
Page G
CETA AGREEMENT
The agreement with the Lake County Comprehensive Manpower
Services for the year 1980 - 1981 was presented for. approval.
81-19 A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCILMAN COLE, SECONDED BY COUNCIL-
MAN THOMAS, AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED THAT THE CETA AGREEMENT
BE ACCEPTED.
BIDS: GALVANIZED FITTINGS AND MATERIALS
It was explained that the City has purchased galvanized
fittings, pipes and parts for the Utility Department on an
"as needed" basis in the past. It has been determined
that a substantial savings can be earned by bidding the
estimated one year inventory. Bids were received from
Davis Meter and Supply Div., B & II Sales, Peninsular Supply
Co., Hughes Supply Co., Sunstate Meter & Supplies, and
Hernando Pipe and Supply Co.
City Manager Forbes recommended by memo that the low bids
on each material needed be accepted. The low bid items on
each company's bid is circled on their individual spec sheets
This would be an approximate savings of $1,900 this year.
81-20 A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCILMAN CONLEY, SECONDED BY COUNCIL-
MAN THOMAS, AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED THAT THE RECOMMENDATION
OF ACCEPTING THE LOW BID ITEMS ON THE VARIOUS BIDS SUBMITTED.
AS OUTLINED IN THE CITY MANAGER'S MEMO DATED JANUARY 20, 1981.
13E ACCEPTED.
The meeting adjourned at 9:20 p.m.
mes M. Ho� o. on, Mayor
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January 23, 1981
Mr. George Forbes
City Manager
City of Clermont
Clermont, Florida 32711
RE: INLAND GROVES - CITY OF CLERMONT TRANSACTION
Dear George:
Enclosed is original Agreement executed by Inland Groves which extends the date
for closing the above -named transaction.
As you recall, the extension was necessary to give the City time toinsure that
the property will be accepted by all of the governmental agencies.
If the agreement meets with the approval of the Council, please have the Mayor
execute same and forward copies to me.
Very truly yours,
LEONARD H. BAIRD, JR. Y�
LHB/rpe
Enclosure
I{H'I'I:NS ION ACRIiRMRNT
WIIC:RI1W;, the parllnu Ilurelo have !oLured Into a verLalo ConLracL For Sale
And 11urrluon of cortalo real property In Loke County, Florida, Sald Contract being
daLod .luly 29, 19110, tool
WHIMAS, the pardon have ogrood to uIlLend the Lillie period for cloaing the
trannarllon an described In paragraph % of wild Contract,
NOW TIIRIt1:FORli In conulderatlon of the sutual, promises and covenants contained
horuln Iho partlua agree ou followu:
I. The date of cloning !s hereby uxLunded to July 31, 198.1.
2. Sellera uhnll be onttLlud to the 1981-82 citrus fruit crop referred to In
paragraph I of naid contract, Logether with the right to enter upon uaid property
Lo culLlvatu and hurve:u. Such crop. Buyer shall not remove trues until April 90, 1982.
BhTIM I:hls day oC , 1981.
CITY OF CLERMONT, a municipal corporation
AtLe8t:
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INLAND GROVES CORP.
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C. M. POOL 6 SONS, INC.
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It[,,: V irt incil request for 600 {tad 640 Went OocaoJn Ave,
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I,vi; me pr f neo my railuirkri by c I clog that my commtire ents those of:
111yucilf flll,� my parents, Mr. and Mrn. if. A. Nancy, one of the nfractod
property 1� w earn.
We are cle Initely against griuJing the zoning variance requested by
K. and 13, C onntruction Company for the property located at 600 laid 640
Oncooln St Our objections at for the following rentionn.
Rulon and regulations, for the etback requirements no promulgated by Lila
City Council and Planning and oning Commission are and have been for
the protection of the mnjority That majority being those property
owners whc be it recent or fill a lifetime, have made their stake in the
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cominunity by chosing to live ii Clermont and conforin to the rules as
Batforth.
We recognize the fact that the minority must be protected also and than
enters the rule of exception" or as it is referred to in this situation,
the "rule 3f variance".
]lordship cises do exist. No ream of law can cover every possible situation.
The agenda for each council mecting would attest to that fact with 2-3
variance rquests at each session. However, the granting of a variance
should be I;last resort measure and not part of a wholesale rubber-stamp
program.
You could 1 robably argue that tto request before you now is not much of
a variance' We say that "not itch" is an invalid argument. No matter how
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you portra: the situation, t11a ari ce would be an unnecessary bending of
the rules.The granting of th 1 11 request would be in essence not for hardship
reasons bull ;for architectural a1c...dation.
In additl on to the variance rclquast objection, we would pol:itl.on tha
council'slindulgonce into nolJint; on already horrible problem of parking
and trnfflc on Onceoln St.,Ibattic un 7th St, all d'l,nlce St. With the advent
of the proposed eight Unit npltment, the nitunti.on will only he compounded.
To umphnolze the seriousness )f the problem, imagine the nutomobi.lon from
the new alit unit connplex ont�ring n small reaidentinl ntroat where
a total o ;nine, rental units a a"located acrona the street and the mn,jority
of tenant nfrom those exinting+unitn have to park on the street.
Thank you for hearing our griesnces. We feel that our current city council
has the v,slon, foresight, and intestinal fortitude, to guide Clermont into
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the futur wlth planned progretta without surbrogating the birthright of
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those who for so long have hel this city dear. We trust our confidence
will not is breeched.
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Ilemo to: Clct'mottt City Council
From: City Manager
Subjorl: Weekly Demo
Date: .Ianuary 30, 1781
1'UIII.I(: WORKS, Attach-4 Is n Icrlrr wr rrrelvcd this wcok lrom the
Superintvii3Ont ol- the Lake Correctional Ilist IL,Itt.. The Institute Is exper-
lenchnl; dill•leulty supplyhtg Lho Department tit 'I'raospurLatloil (DOT) with
manpower Ln accordance with their Contractual Agreement. Ali n result,
they Intend to reassign the City's work force of five (5) prisoners to DOT.
The work force supplied by the Lake Correctional Institute represents nhottt
22% of the total Public Works Manpower, and a reassignment on such short
notice should not be accepted by the City. We will not even be able to
condom• trash collection without the work'rorre. A letter I sent to DOT
:nt„gesLing a compromise soltlLIOn IS also encluscd.
LAKE APOPKA CAS Uls'I'II cr. You may riwallthat at a City CouncLI
lleetinl; In January, a citizen appeared Lhat lived on Ilighway 50, and expressed
-"-""- Ills* concern that he could not receive gas rtu-vice from the Apopka Cos-ULstrict.- -
Enclosed J:: the reply from the Gas Company. They will. supply gas to citizens
as long a:t Lhere are two different types of gn:o burning appliances bcryond the
meter, such as a gas range, water heater, or n heating unit. 'Phis policy is
In effect to allow the Company to recover Lie rusts of the capLtal. expansion.
The Apopka Gas ULstrict is also recommending to the State Legislature that
the saLrrics of the hoard of Directors be Increased from $1.00 per month,
(thoy usually moot once a month) to $200 per month. senator Lani;lcy has
called the City on this matter and stated he would not support such atn
increase without a ResolutLot from the City. IL Is illy understanding that it
has been about- eight (8) year.,; since the salaries were last Increased.
UTILITY DEPARTMENT. The Utility Department Is working on construc-
ting the dike for the polishing; ponds at the Baste Treatment Plant. The dike
should be complete In two (2) weeks, but is Lakinl; more fill. dirt alum ex-
pected. The dirt is sinking through the mile], and spreading out more than
anticipated. lie now expect that it will take 4500 cubic yards of filldirt to
complete the dike Instead of :1,000 ruble yards, but we will still be able to -
complete this project within the amount budgeted by the City Council..
MON'rqu MEETINGS. 'There_ are many rcftul.arly scheduled nunnthl.y meet-
ings that City Council members may wish to attend. The Planning and Zoning
Commission meets on the first 'Tuesday of each month, and their next meeting will consist of n Training Session.
1'age
weekly Mennl
,f:unutry 'II), I',III
I'hr I'm'1,11 and Revrcallo❑ IIoiI n I o•rtS rn Iln• II••t Wednesday of oacII nunl1,It
:Ind Lljey ull I be off SCAMS III tin• Surnarl Rrr real Ion Progrovis :It We' n vs. lays
un"•I Ing.
I'ho CI.'an Cotunnally Cnunnfs0oll mocln on Ihr /Ilh ILvinr;:day of each moill11, and
lh.-y will hr rcvlewin;; material:; for a hunlnl•S:: '.Iran up vmIlpal);o at Iholr
nrxI mov 1. ln);. 1111le I'L;uuling and %un ln); Cnnnul S;;iou IIIVVIS lu 1.he (:fly COI I1IC1I.
Chambers, while the other Advisory 1111;1 ;; 1""" In the Clty Ilannp,el'r; offlrl,
lu CIty I14111, nl I moot In;;;; bcl;hl al 7:10 p.m.
IlA'fliR tiYtil'I;t•1 IDII'I(UVh_NI?N'I'S. Next weel: I will be mcutln wfth the
City I•;n);Inccr Lo discuss the 1'11:a1 timetable for tilea water system improvements.
IL now appe+ll'S Lhal we will oat be able Lo award bids until tic tlnreh ]()Lit
Council Ifeetlttg, and I will keep till (:otlnc(l. menll)crq posted on this matter.
NONICIi'AI. I,1AT '1,1'YAT,. The .Iark!4Oo v:;. City of Clermont trial Is
scheduled to begin on Fuhrltary !)Lit, 1981. 'I'hIS l.rinl. Involves a young; man
uhn broke Ills nt•rk while diving from the dock ;II WVSL B(':ICll to few years ago.
ALtncluvl fan letter from Jim Donato of tht Itngne of Citle:; discuti•:in); the
alnittS el' Lhe Ihnits of Nunicipnl l.inblllly bast year Lie City ndncod ils
liahlllty policy from a ono million dollar limit"tn $500,000, :;in.c we ar'.
relylog un Lho val idiLy of Llto SUILm Sta Lutes.
LAKE WATER Au,moitl'1'Y. The next meeting Of the Lake Water AuthorlLy
Ls scheduLed for Wednesday, Fchntary 4, 1.981. at 1:15 p.m. In the Old Court-
IIeIII;e, on the fourth floor, Courtroom "A" 'I'hr lipper I'a1ntl:Il:nIIa Pro}ecL
and water Levels are on the Agenda of Lllfs meeting.
i(IARD OF COUNTY. COM(IISSIONRRS. A PtildIc Hearing w1.11. be held on
February 3, 1981 at 10 a.m. on the IIILit floor of the new Courthouse,
1l5 WvsL Nain Street. The purpose of lhi:: moot In); IS to approve revisions
to the regulations of the Pollution Control Bo:u•d wilLch were recommended by
the 11olutlon Control Board.
Respectfully,
George D. Forbes
City Manager
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`'••� 1��-',DEPARTMENT of 001,CRAUAM
Ca)RRI C"i'IONS LOW.L WAINWHIGM
LARK CORRECTIONAL INSTITUTION
reel Omen Box 111) Clermont. Eleridn :12711 Telephone: ( 904) 304.0140
.Innuary 21., 1981
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Mr. George D. Forbes, C.i.ty PLvinver
P. U, Uux 219
Clcn=t, Florida 32711
Dear Sir:
this correspondence is to inform City Officials of our inten-
tions to terminate the work sge.md aLp-ceaicnl' effective close of
business January 30, 1981, We are experiencing difficulty in
supplying the Departtrent of Transportation with the necessary
min power in accordance with Lhc cuntraatunl agreement. 'lhere-
fore, these Iron will be reassigned to Department of Transports-
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lion Squads.
It has been a pleasure working with you and it has proven to be
a rewarding experience for the inmates.
If we can be of assistance in the future, please feel free to
contract us.
ShIcerely,
Sterling 6/Staggers,
Superintendent
SGS/cc
cc: Herbert C. Kelley, Regional Director•
Paul Skelton, Assistant Secretary for Operations
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we were mirprlued to rec•c•fv,• :•our I,•Itor Inlorminl; w: ul' your Iolont lino
to Iorntlnate Lhe work nqund provided to Ill.. (:Itv Isom the Correcllonal
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pl'uvld.. Ih.• hepat'Llnont ul fun 1:1111 "I"I ;or In nrcor.lunoo wish
your ronlractual agrcemvnt. Ilowovvr, wo wore quilt. disturbed aver Iho
.. ..... ::IlorL nnLiec we recc(vod on hits nLtllol'. I'lW •du, rl notice" cutnb hurl wit:h
III,- I:r.'1. Lhal we are lu If..- mid111e -,I Inn' 11•:r.11 vear, loavos Iho CIt,N
with it., alternative mcthod Lo rvyaiu tit,' to>:I nnnlpowor If Litt' entire. work
:;.Itmd is vllutlnated.
lho CiLy lots relied heavily un Lhe five membt•r wort: ,quad I'or c:astilLial
aerviceu which illeludes a ;u:h co, LIertlon and park:: maintenance. 141Lhuut.
at leant Lwo work l:quad ulonthol:;, the City wlII nut. even he ably to run- -
tinue provIdini; tratth col lvctIoil to our rVYI,l..'Ittg, and we arc it this Limo
of the yoar whoa I. rash pl chop will. soon ho al It:: pool:.
I would StiggeSl. OWL a:; a colnprimiae. IL would be fair bath to this City
and Correctlnaal Instluuc, If Ihv work ::quad provldod to Hill Glty bo
reduct-d Lo two or tln'ec uu•n Itul I I vour vl:111;wer prnblclm: are hopelully
al l,•vl:ued.
I think Lhat we would hot 1. ap••I oo thal lho work ::quad ;rol;r:uu with Ihv CI Ly
hat. bison very :no:rc:.;lIII , :Ind L: one of the bortl public rel;ulon rllul'L:
that the Inr,tltlao hru; over d. vL:ed, It bo to Cho detrhiwilt of Iho
prison, the fonclLvn, .1111I Lt.,. City, 11 Ilti,: prol;r.nu wore of fnlinal.i.d.
I look forward to yoar prouq,l nn Ih(': matlor, and II' you havo
ally qm•:a Ions, ploaso feel 11— Io cnntarl it:,,.
Slncervly,
Goorgc 1). Forh—'
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Mr, George Ilunc(.:;, City Nloual,vr
CRY of Clermont
Clernunnt, Florida 32711
Dear George:
'['he folloWiug outline bntiicnlly describe; the Lake Apopka Nator;ll Gas
District's policy of connecting ucw nccouul.:;, primarily domestic, to our
.;crvicc.
The rcrlucst for service must he mada by tic' owner of the property . A
fcasihllity study is then made to determine the economics of providing such
service 1'01* a potential eusunuer. II is rlYluircd that there be nl, ICu;;1. two
different typos of gas-burnt»g applitmas hcyoncl the nnotcr, such as, a gas
range, water heater and/on ccatint, unit.
The ever increasing costs of capital expansion make it necessary that we
recover those costs within reasonable lime frannes. 'I'her.ofore, other factors
come into play like proxbnity of location to Cho gas main, terrain under which
line nmst be run, road crossings, etc.. At present we arc running up to
100' of 5/8" plastic pipe to a meter not at no charge to the consumer. Any-
thinl; hvyoud 100' requires that Lie elppliranl. pay for the excess material at
the rate of $1.00 per foot. Any additional work done by the District personnel
mn the downstream side of the meter is acconnplislied on a Circe and material.
basis.
hi the event that our leasibility study indicates a questionable return on the
District's investment, we will explain our problem to Lite prospcctivc
customer and not accept the application. A $25.00 meter ticposIL is required
of all domestic applicants plus the cost of any necessary permit fees.
We do not accept applications from folk who arc indebted to another utility
or the distributor of another source of energy until that dcphupucncy is
cleared up. Any new business which ruluires consider.able capital invest-
ment such as running mains through it now subdivision will require an agree-
ment between the District and the developers and contractors to the effect
that before any consideration is given, the two -major -gas -appl lance rule
must be in effect.
l c10 mope this information proves to be 110111111 to you and if I call be of
further assistance, please call upxm Inc.
Sincerely,
LAKE AMP A NATURAL GAS DISTRICT
William A. Boyland, Jr.
General Manager
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Florida Municipal LL.61lity
Qq Self -Insurers Program
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Mr. James F. Donato, Jr.
Risk Management Services, Inc.
Post Office Box 20654
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MIINT
Orlando, Florida 32814
Dear Mr. Donato:
:,to S. CONLEE
.L6EISSIONEII
We are in receipt of Mr. Houldsworth's letter to Mr. Mullis
dated December 17th concerning sovereign immunity as it exists
in Florida and the desirability of cities carrying insurance
above the limits established in Florida Statutes, Section
,i5r. to MCF1
MAITLAND
768.28: $50,000 per individual or $100,000 per incident. Of..
course, any decision of this nature is totally the responsi-
bility of the city council of the various -cities in consulta-
tionwith their city attorney. We do not see our role as
°ISLAND
attempting to influence that decision in one manner or another.
Ilowever, I am pleased to submit the following information from
our vantage point. As you may be aware, for many years in
Florida the immunity of municipal governments from tort lia-
bility was gradually eroded by the various courts in our State.
This erosion applied, in the beginning, to what were then
termed as "proprietary" functions; however, the erosion of
immunity has since been equally applied to almost all "govern-
mental" functions [services] as well. As a result, potential
claimants against the cities had unlimited access to city tax
dollars to whatever level was established by the Court. In the
meantime, the immunity of the state, counties and school
districts remained intact and the only course of action to an
aggrieved party against these agencies was through a claims
bill: introduced and passed by the State Legislature and
approved by the Governor.
This set the stage for consideration and eventual passage of
F.S. 768.28, providing a uniform process for all tort claims
against cities, counties, school districts and the State. The
legislation took the form of voluntarily waiving the immunity
for county, schools and the State to the level of $50,000 per
individual and $100,000 per incident. The Florida League of
Cities was very instrumental in securing inclusion of munici-
palities in this statute. We argued the unfairness of a
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Mr. James; V. Donato, Jr.
Page Two
January 20, 1981
situation whereby an aggrieved party was limited .in the amount
of rocovcry from the SCaLee, county rind nchools but was un-
INHAud in its recovery 1'rom Lhc city. In any event, we were
succors ful. and the municipalities ware included in this stat-
uL•e. This very issue is now pending before the 171orida Su-
preme Court and has been for several months and we are hoping
for a decision in the relatively near future.
Obviously, the statute is either constitutional or it is not.
The case pending before the Court concerns the City of Jack-
sonville and the direct question is whether or not municipali—
ties will enjoy the same tort liability process and limitations
as other governmental agencies .in the State. We feel confident
that the Court will rule in favor of the constitutionality of
the statute. If so, then obviously excess umbrella coverage
for individual cities is probably unnecessary except possibly
in the case of a "claims" bill as explained later.
In the event the Court declares the statute unconstitutional,
as it affects "cities," it is our hope that the ruling would
not be retroactive, nor applicable to torts that may have
occurred during the time that the statute was in effect, and
would be prospective in nature only. Should that be the case,
then, of course, cities would have to immediately review their
insurance coverage to determine the level of catastrophic
coverage that they would need; and, of course, our Florida
Municipal Liability Self -Insurers Program would also quickly
review its position to determine the best course of action
that could be taken. But, unless applied retroactively, there
would be no liability beyond F.S. 768.28 for the period the
statute was in effect.
Further, there is always the chance that the Court will declare
the statute unconstitutional from the time of its adoption and
all claims or injuries arising during that period would be sub-
ject to such unlimited municipal recovery options that were
available prior to the passage of the law. It is this possi-
bility that has prompted many cities to purchase excess in-
surance coverage above the liability limits of the statute.
From the time the statute was passed, many cities have carried
excess coverage above the statutory limit in a preponderance
of caution. We assume that such decisions were based on
competent legal advice and a short-term decision pending the
outcome of litigation that everyone assumed would be forth-
coming. On the other hand, many cities have assumed the stat-
ute to be valid in its current posture and have not carried in-
surance above the statutory limits as provided in F.S. 768.28.
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Mr. Jnmc:n v. Donato, .7r.
Page Three
Janurury 20, 1.081
livery ;tatute is presumod to he valid until declared invalid by
an appropriate Court. Thnt. .i. rot in idle prosumption and
wure I, personally, in it pn::it.i.on to make a recommendation on
• this .issue to a particular, agency, I believe that my position
would he to assume the validity of tho law bo cause of the weight
of the presumption and not carry additional coverage above the
$50/$100,000 until such ti.me ns a definitive judicial decision
is reached or the statut:v was wiwnrlcd. llowever, f nt:r.ess that
this is a per:;onal judgment..
rinal.ly, there is a claims bill process whereby an aggrieved
party can receive awards in excess of the P.S. 768.28 limita-
tion; however, that payment procedure is not clearly established
at this time. Because of the uncertainty of this procedure,
perhaps it would be "safer" for a city to carry excess coverage
to cover an award from a "claim:;" bill. However, in the claims
bill process, the city would have every opportunity to present
its case to the appropriate legislative committee and, if the
city were to lose, there is it confusing question as to whether:
the funds to pay such claim. world come from the general fund of.';
the particular city, from their share of state revenue sharing, r
from the general pot of revenue sharing for municipaIi.ties, "or -
from the State general fund. Claims bills are very closely re-
viewed by the appropriate committees in the Legislature and
since attorney fees are somewhat: limited in such cases, it is
our observation that the claims bill process will be successful
only for very flagrant cases of negligence and severe injury.
Another aspect of this matter relating to the potential of an
award exceeding the statutory limits, is the whole area of
federal litigation - especially issues of civil rights. All
of the liability limits on tortuous actions related to in the
previous paragraphs are concerned only with state law. However;
a city's insurance coverage should take into consideration the
possibility of all of the actions that may be brought under
federal law. There are no limits at all in federal tort claims'
and in fact the range of activities for which actions may be
instituted under federal law have been speedily expanding --
even to such a point where, at any given time, it is virtually
impossible to determine what actions are violative of federal
law or civil rights.
In this instance, excess insurance above the state statutory
limits would be a wise .investment if sufficient coverage can
be obtained to cover each potential cause of action. This
judgment call is far outside our capacity to comprehend.
mr. homes P. Donato, ;Is,.
Page Pour
January 20, 1981
Accordingly, at this time, we flo not feel. confident to advise
a particular city on these i.;:aur_s. 11he issue may become moot
in the very near future as t:ho supreme Court completes its
work and hands down a doci.sion. In the meantime, each city
must analyze their own situation and make a final. judgment on
whether or not they foalthat: coverage in excess of P.S. 768.20'
is essential. for their city .in the event of an adverse court
ruling or for the potential nwjrrds that they may be required
to pay through the claims, hi:l.l process.
11oping this will bu of some value, and with kind regards,
I am
Very sincerely,
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Monuo to:
City Count: ll
From:
City MnnaP;or
SubJect:
I)Lds for Galvanized I'Lttings and Materials
Date:
January 20, 1,981
[it the past the City has purchased galvanized fittings, pipes, and
parts for the Utility Department on an as needed basin. Thin year,
we decided to bid our estimated one year inventory of such materials,
since we believed that it reduction of costs could be achieved by bid-
ding. This is especially true in light of the fact that the price of
many materials (such as PVC pipe) are increasing throughout the year,
as they are petroleum based products.
Attached is a list of bid prices received from the Davis Meter and
Supply Division, ii & II Sales, Peninsular Supply Co., Hughes Supply
Co., Sunstate Meter & Supplies, and Hernando Pipe and Supply Co.
We would recommend that the bids be awarded to the low bidders for
each material needed, (tile bid item circled), or to the Hughes Supply
Co., on the items where they are the low bidders.
ff these bids are accepted, the total cost to the City Would be
$6,303.17. 'fills would save its about $1,900 this year.
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Respectfully,
George D. Forbes
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Mullin to: City COnnCLI.
From: City Manager
Subject: Bids for Galvanized Fittings and Materials
Date: January 20, 1981
In the past the City has purchased galvanized fittings, pipes, and
parts for the Utility Department on an as needed basis. This year,
we decided to bid our estimated one year inventory of such materials,
since we believed that a reduction of costs could be achieved by bid-
ding. This is especially true in light of the fact that the price of
ninny materials (such as PVC pipe) are increasing throughout the year,
as they are petroleum based products.
Attached is a list of bid prices received from the Davis Meter and
Supply Division, B & li Sales, Peninsular Supply Co., Hughes Supply
Co., Sunstate Meter & Supplies, and Hernando Pipe and Supply Co..
We would recommend that the bids be awarded to the low bidders for
each material needed, (the bid item circled).,. or to the Hughes Supply
Co., on the items where they are the low bidders.
If these bids are accepted, the total cost to the City would be
$6,303.17. This would save us about $1,900 this year.
Respectfully,
George D. Forbes
City Manager
cc: Preston Davis
DATE:,�_T_„__,_.lD
OWNER: Beal CernmLco
APPLICANT: 1(I.chard Rol.).
PROPERTY: A parcel. of. property bounded oil the North by Lake Minneoln Drive, on the
South by Lhe SCI, Ratlrond, on the Milt by Bast Avenue, and on the West
by Second Stroet.
LOCATLON: 197 Lake Mlnneoln Drlvc
%ONI.NC: R-3 MulLLp1c Pnm[Ly
REQUEST: CondiL':Lonal Use Permit to expand plant.
COMMENTS: In June of 1969, the Dell Ceraaics property was zoned as Transition
Zone Area 3. The Transition Zone allowed Bell Ceramics to remain and
expand their use on this property for a period of fifteen (15) years,
after which time all uses were to conform with the requirements of the
R-3 Multiple Family 'Lone. This meant that in June of 1984, BellCeramics
would have to discontinue its manufacturing operation at this location,
and all uses would be required to conform with R-3 zoning.
You will recall that in 1980, all transition zones were rezoned in a
manner that wo believed would reflect their highest and best use. After
much debate, the Bell Ceramics property was rezoned to an R-3 District.
Bell Ceramics is a non -conforming use under. R-3 zoning, and could not
be changed to another non -conforming use, but can exist in its present
form. The zoning ordinance now allows non -conforming uses to be re-
constructed or expanded, but only through the conditional use process.
The ordinance specifically states that any building may be granted a
special exception (CUP) for reconstruction, enlargement- or expansion
when it is determined that such reconstruction, enlargement or ex-
pansion is not obnoxious or detrimental to the district in which it is
located, and when the denial of the special exception would create an
unnecessary hardship on the owner.
Attached is the application for a Conditional Use Permit (C.U.P.) by
Bell Ceramics. In order to grant this request, it must first be
determined that:
1. The enlargement or expansion would not be obnoxious or detrimental
to the district in which it is 'located.
2. The denial of this request would create an unnecessary hardship on _
the owner.
If this request is granted, the following conditions should be considered:
continued....
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Request for Conditional. Use Permit (contl,numl)
Sell. Ccramlcn
PREVIOUS ACTION:
1. fhe C.U.p, permit nhal.l become void if the existing use (ccramLcn
m:nuf.ncturLng) of this property is changed.
2. The C.U.P. Will. uxpi.[c 1.11 five (5) yearn Lf no call ntruction haai
begun on the proposed addition.
3. Any additions should be rentr eted to a height that does not exceed
the height of the present block building and to a total. maxinns"
floor space of 40,000 sq. feet, measured by the exterior bullding
lines.
4. Within one year after the addition is completed (C. 0. issued), the
existing two (2) story structure (Mold Building) shall be torn down
and removed from the site.
5. The addition must meet all City setback regulations.
6. 'fie property must conform to all applicable City rules and regula-
tions such as, but not limited to, landscaping, building codes, park-
ing, drainage, street loading and unloading.
7. No ceramic wastes may be disposed on the property, and no undue
noise, odor or smoke shall be emitted from any building located
_.. on the property. _ .... .... . _. S.
8. A Certificate of occupancy be issued only after all. of the above
conditions are met.
9. Consideration must be given to avoid reduction of the view of the
lake to property South and East in the site planning process.
A motion was made by Jack Sargent and seconded by Nick Jones and unanimously carried
to recommend approval of this C.U.P. Request in the agreement and incorporation of
the above conditions by Bell Ceramics at the January 6, 1981 Planning and Zoning
Commission Meeting.
Respectfully,
George D. Forbes
..City Manager
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Minnehahn Drive, on the South by the "Cl' Railroad, on tit(,- Bast by East
Avonue,_a�ul on the_Ire LJ`.)_.ti1:Syt1J_6_Cu1a. ll.ilt�llt�.Gily_ul C1crJRotiL',--�.
floI-id:l.
I'xlstfng 'Zoning: I( •i --- ------ .-_. - --.--..-_.�
oaneral Ilencriptlon of Request: (Attach additional shepta if neeess,nry) I(BQIEST 1'01'
Special Exception Use Permit, proposed dral't: attached, ❑I lowing con-
tinuation of a non-conl'0rminl; industrial ::ite in R-:i ;:using" with
provisions nlloleinJl cxp:utsion of huiidinl; spare up fu nnc and unc-hall'
feet ul' hoilding space, including
times the existing 30,gtill stlu:lre uding the right to r0pnir existing strurturos.
I'II.INC INSTRUCTIONS:
'I'hr application shall be filed in the office of rile City Cleric on or before. 10 days prior
to a scheduled meeting of the Planning 6 Zoning Comminslon and shall. be duly advvall d fur,
pul'llc hearing and scheduled for such hearing for the next Planning 6 Zoning Commianiott
m,•eting and City Council meeting. The recommendatlons of the Planning and Zoning Cmmnisslon.
t shall be forwarded to the City Council for its annvlderotton at the next meeting.
' The applicnnt shall furnish the following Information ur accompany application:
�j 1. The name, address, and telephone number of the applicant and pwnr.r of
the property.
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2. A plot plan tdlowing the Jlmenslmia and location of all axfxtln{; and
proposed buildings, signs, driveways, off-stroet parking areas, loadlag
and unloading, highways, water courses, and other topographic features
of the slte.
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i 7. A description of the proposed operation it,sufficient detail to set forth
its nature and extent.
I4. Plans or reports describing method of handling any traffic condition
i• crented by the proposed une.
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If 5. Landscape architectural pinns.
�j 6. Complete legal description of property involved, including a survey.
I'I.ANNED UNIT DEVELOPIENT - If Conditional Use Permit Application to for a Planned knit
Ucvclopment (PUD), see also section 26-68 (E) of the Code of Ordinances.
I'he applicant should become familiar with the regulations of the City of Clermont regarding.
zoning requirements applicnble to particular zoning classifications.
1'E1is: 1. Any person requesting a conditional use permit, except a planned unit
development, ahall file an application and pay a fee of $25 per arse or
any part thereof, with a maximum fee of $250.
2. Any person requesting a conditional use permit for a planned unit develop -
went shall file an application and pay a fee of $75 per acre or any part
thereof, with a tjaximum feu of $750.
Itch Ccramics�lnc.
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Signature '6 'Applicant
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AI'FI.ICAN'I'I IWI,I, CIMAMICS, INC.
A sustructures cud rvntures.
'I'ho area outlined in yellow is the area for which the Permit is
sought.
'I'hc operation will he a continuation of the existing ceramics
nialufacturing process now carried on at the site. No adverse
traffic conditions will be created.
Landscape architectural pltms arc also attached. Legal
doscript.ion is as shown on the Application and on the proposed
permit.
111-oposod structures and additions will be adjacont to existing
buildings labeled "Ceramics Manufacturing Building" and "Masonry
Construction Building" on the attached drawing, •aid any such proposed
buildings or additions will be within all setback lines as required
by the City of Clermont, Florida.
CITY OF CLERMONT
P.O. BOX 210 • CLERMONT, FLORIDA 32711 • PHONE OOA/304.4081
December 30, 1980
Subject: Conditional Use Permit - Bell Ceramics
Dear
This letter is to inform you that a Conditional Use Permit
as prescribed in the City Zoning Ordinance has been requested
- by the Bell Ceramics Company. The purpose of this permit ,is to
receive permission to expand their plant located at 197 Lake
Minneola Avenue. The City notifies all owners within 150' of
a Conditional Use Permit request to ensure that our citizens
are made aware of any zoning request that might affect them.
The Conditional Use Permit request will be heard at a
Public Hearing before the Clermont Planning and Zoning Commission,
acting as an advisory board to the City Council on Tuesday,
January 6, 1981 at 7:30 P.M. in the City Council Chambers located
at the corner of West Avenue and DeSoto Street. The request will
then be presented to the City Council in the Council Chambers
on January 27, 1981 at 7:30 P.M.
You are invited to attend this Public Hearing to express
your views on this matter. By working together, we can make
Clermont a better place to live and work.
Thank you for your consideration.
Sincerely,
George D. Forbes
City Manager
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cc: Bell Ceramics
PROPERTY OWNERS WITHIN 150'
OP BELT, CERAMICS
Margie Yarborough
Lot 1.4 - Blk 5
192 Orange Ave.
Clermont, Fl. 32711
Ann Belt
Lot 1.3 - 1/2 12 - Blk 5
c/o Evelyn Frame
P.O. Box 353
Center Hill, Fl. 33514
Mamie E. Westbrook
Lot 11, 1/2 12 - Blk 5
164 Orange Ave.
Clermont, F1. 32711
Robert P. Zoppi, Jr.
Lots 9 & 10 - Blk 5
156 Orange Ave.
Clermont, F1. 32711
Roy D. Wrightam
Lot 8 - Blk 5
101 E. DeSoto St.
Clermont, Fl. 32711
A. E. Langley
Lots 4, 5 & 6 - Block D
Rt. 2 Box 93
Clermont, P1. 32711
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FOOT 0-CC DDAWCI[ -
January 19, 1981
City of Clermont
P. O. Box 219
Clermont, Florida 32711
Attention: Mr. George Forbes
City Manager
Dear George:
This letter is intended as a formal request for approval from the City of Clermont•
to allow me to sub -lease a portion of my offices to Fetherman, Crabtree & VanAusdal,
P.A., Certified Public Accountants from Lakeland, Florida. The area to be sub -leased
would be the area formerly occupied by Leonard H. Baird, Jr. and his secretary.
My sub -lease to the accounting firm initially would be somewhat uncertain in that
Michael Crabtree would be using Lenny's former office and the secretarial area on
Tuesday and Thursday of each week and I would be using the secretarial area on Monday,
Wednesday and Friday of each week. Hopefully the sub -lease would develop into a more
permanent one in the future.
Approval is also requested for the construction of a sign to be located on the wall
where my present sign is located, which sign would read as follows:
Professional Offices
George E. Hovis
Attorney at Law
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Fetherman, Crabtree & VanAusdal, P.A.
Certified Public Accountants
If you feel you need any information concerning the accounting firm, I suggest Speedy
Wolfe of Clermont Builders Supply as a reference.
Your prompt attention to this matter will be appreciated.
Yours truly,
It1:QUEST 0I' ---Ali1 nnce.
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V.S.II. Renity/Cumherinnd Farms
APPLICANT:
I1111 Selig, .Ir.
PROPERTY:
Lotn 3, 4, 5, Illock 7, City Blocks
LOCATION:
6aat Ave. and Highway 50, Northwest corner (See Site flan)
ZONING:
C-I IJIlht Commercial
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Two variances are requested:
1. Rear yard setback of 20', whereas 25' is required. f
2. Front yard setback of 50' required, whereas gns !
pump canopy has it setback of 46'.
COMMMS:
The owner requests a rear yard variance of 5' since
moving the building any further forward would create a
parking and traffic flow problem. lie believes the steep
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topography to the rear of the building warrants this
request.
The zoning ordinance requires that 111 buildings or
structures maintain a 50' setback from the property
line. The gas pump canopy extends 4' into the front
yard setback, but this is only a roof for weather pro- f
tection, and is nine feet high and open.
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CITY OF CLEFlMONT
P.0, BOX 2109CLEIIMONT, 6LOnIDA 32711 • PHONE 004/394.4081
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Mrs. Mclle X, Ilunt
1013 i:aat Avenue
Clermont, FL 32711
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Ro: Cumberland Fnrmn Varinnce Request - 1,oto 3, 4, 5, Block 7, !'
City ISlocka. Idnnt Ave. and ilighway 50.
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Dear hunt:
Attached is a request for a Variance from the City Zoning ordin-
ance. As a property owner within 150' of this request, this
letter is to inform you that a Public hearing on this proposed
Variance will be held by the Clermont City Council, actin,g� as
the Zoning Board of Adjustment, on Tuesday, January. 2ty,..1981 __... __..
at 7:30 p.m. in the City Council Chambers. You are invit�Ed to
be present at this Public Hearing to present your views on thin
matter. By receiving your input, we can make Clermont a better
place to live and work.
Thank you for your consideration.
Sincerely,
George D. Forbes
City Manager
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CITY OF CLEIRIN ONT
P.O. BOX 219 • CLERMONT, FLORIDA 32711 • PHONE 904/394-4081
LEGAL NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Clermont
Florida, acting as a Board of Adjustment, will hold a Public Hearing
in the Council Chambers, located on the corner of (Jest Avenue and
DeSoto Street on Tuesday, January 27, 1981 at approximately 7:30 P.M.
to consider the following:
A Request by Cumberland Farms for a variance to the Zoning Ordinance
for Front and Rear yard setbacks.
(1) Rear yard setback of 201, whereas, 25' are required.
(2) Front yard setback of 50' required, whereas, gas pump canopy has
a setback of 46'.
This property is located at the Northwest corner of East Avenue and
Highway 50. Lots 3, 4 and 5 of City Block 7
All interested parties will be given an opportunity to express their
views on the matter.
Please be advised that, under State Law, if you decide to appeal a
decision made with respect to this matter, you will need a record of
the proceedings and may need to ensure that a verbatim record is made.
Sandra 0. Rozar, City Clerk
City of Clermont
South Lake Press
January 22, 1981
Me IIIo to CIIy Co;aL'II
Prom: Floanee OfI'v-tor .
SubjvcI Weekly Memo
Nate: Janunry 22, 1981
CITY MANAUR . Mr. Forbes will be out of town for several days begill-
ning TIan'oda-y,—.Ianuury 22, 1981. lie rcvelved news Wednesday evening that ills
father is In critical condition, and therefore left immediately for the Mayo
(,laic. Ile has appointed Lilt, Finance Director, !Jayne Saunders as Acting City
Manager during his nbsence.
I'IANNING AND ZONING. As you roealI, one seat on the Planning and
Zoning Commission needs to be flIIell. At Lite January 13 meeting, there was a
tic vote for the ronninlug seal between Mrs. Cunningham and Mr. Washuta.
!inclosed are Lite nlinnlLes of the January 6, 1981 Planning and Zoning Meeting.
LEGISLATIVE DELEGATION. !inclosed Is it notice from Richard If. Langley
Informing the public of Lite upcom L11; public Hearing. Any suggested legislation
should be referred to Mayor Iloskinson for introduction at that meeting.
COUNCIL CONSIDERA'IJON. 'I1;e new Agreement for the Upper Palatlakaha.. ..._.
Basin Comprehensive Water Study Is on the Agenda for Lite next Council. Meeting.
Elo'losod Is a copy of this agrei•men(. 3,ms i:; file secnnd year of a three year .,
study.
Also enclosed Is Lite Agreement, with Lake County Comprehensive Manpower Services
(CETA) for Lite year 1980-81, which Ls also on the Agenda for the next Council
Mecting.
A letter from George Ilovir; requesting permission to sub -lease part of his office
space is enclosed. This Item will be considered at Tuesdays meeting under
Visitors With Business. The lease agreement with Mr. Ilovis states that the
dlcffsee must. obtain written consent from the leAsor in order to sublet any part
of the premises. &
Mr. Jake Odom Witt be ;It the 'Tuesday Council. Fleeting for recognition of Us
service with the City and his upcoming retirement. Mr. Odom has been a faith-
ful employee of the CLty for twenty two years. During this time, he has
accumulated 675 hours of sick Icavc time. Mr. Forbes has suggested that
Mr. Odum be paid one half of these hours as an expression of gratitude and
retirement bonus. Mr. Odom willalso be presented an engraved watch at 'Tues-
day's n;ecting.
IiCON0M LC CollMrNTS. Enclosed Is a copy of Economie Continents of Lite
Sun (lank Investment Department for thf, month of .January.
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Weekly Memo
Janunry 22, 1981
RI;VIiNUP, h RXI'ISNSL; REVORT. t:ue.loaed is n copy of the Revenue ned Expcase
Itoport for the (:Ity of Clcrmout for the month of December. Also, attached Is It
List of pold Invoices for Decumber.
Rellpactfnl ly,
Wayne Sauodera
I'Inance Director
Acting (A.Ly Manager
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Enclosures
CITY OF CLITMI )Nr
PLANNING AND ZONING
MINUTES
'1'hia needs}; of the 1'Iannlnl; and '/,unlny, ConunlIli lnn will, called to order by
Clultrnual Itnt.h Alice Holy, who gave the Invocation at: 7:30 p.m. on 'Iitenday, .Janunry G,
1981 In t.hcr Clly Council Chamberu.
HOLI, CALL. Protium: Chalrumn Bay and mcunbern Loura Cook, Jack SargunL,
Nick JouLft, and Ilont'y C/uch.
Absent: Luuloe Hulyea and Bob '111oanpfunl.
Cl1P ItiaUliS'f�Jilil_], cVHAMICS. City tlanager forties explained that the Bull
an li-3 MuILLple family District,
Ceramics I'L+lne fit prusunCly loaluul Ln mid In
presently it nonconforming unu. '1'hln moans that the Plant can exlnt In Its present
form, but could not be changed to another nonconforming eau. Ilowever, the 'Zoning
Ordinance does allow additions to nuuconforill ing buildings, if it can he determined
that:
l.. '111c enlargement or expmu+iun wouLd nut be obnoxious or detrimental to the
Dlncrlct III which It Is 11xxlted.
2. the dunlal of thin requcetL would create an clloccesnary hardship on the owner.
.Jacob Lucas was present rcpresenthly; ]tell. Ceramics, and expIaLned the history of the
Company at CIILs IeCaLLOO-
line 1' & % members discussed the conditions necessary to Insure that an expansion of
Bell Ceramics would not be detrinmilLat, to the District In which It is located.
- b1Ly Manager Forbes recommeudcd that tine of the conditions of the c.U.P. be that - --
consideration must: be given to +tvtiid reduction or the. view of the lake to property
South and East in the site planning process. Chal-rman Hay and Laura Cook opposed
placing such it provision In the C.II.P. permit while .lack Sargent, henry Czech and
Nick Jones agreed that ::nch n provislti❑ w;m necesnary.
After much discussion a Im)ttti❑ w;Ir; made by.lack Sargent and seconded by Nick Jones
and unanimously carried to recommend approval of this C.U.P. Request on the following
conditions:
1. 'tile C.U.P. permit shall become void if the existing use (ceramics manu-
facturing) of this property is changed.
2. 'ille C.U.P. will expire in five (5) years if no construction has begun on
the proposed addition.
3. Any additions should be restricted to a height that does not exceed the
belght of the present. blticic building ;and to it total maximum floor space
of 40,000 sq. feet, measured by the exterior building lines.
4. Within one year after the addition is completed (C.O. issued), the existing
two (2) story structure (Hold Building) shall be torn down and removed from
the site.
5. '111e addition must meet +Ili City setback regulations.
6. The property must conform to nli ;Ippiicnble City rules and regulations such
as, but not lim:LCud to, Landscaping, building codes, parking, drainage,
street loading and unloadlog.
7. No ceramic wastes may be disposed on the property, and no undue noise,
odor., or smoke shall be emitted from any building located on the property.
B. A Certificate of UccuP:Icy be Issued only after all of the above conditions
are met.
9. Consideration must be given to avoid reduction of the view of the lake to
property South and East in the sitepinnning process. _
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CITY OF CLxwNr
PLANNING AND ZONING
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MIDDLE SCHOOL. Nick .tones discussed the parking problems on highland
Avenue by the Middle School. City Plnnnger Forbes mated be would look Into thin
situation.
The meeting wan adjourned nt 8:60 p.m.
HUI ALICF. RAY, Chnirman
ATTEST:
GEORGE D. FORBES, City Manager
,yU'I'1 Cli
The Lake County Legislative Delegation will hold
a public hearing on Monday, pu cln•ary 2nd, at 7:00 p.m. ill
the fourth floor hearing room of the old courthouse in
Tavares. The public is invited.
1 will be in attendance, as well as Representatives
Everett Kelly and )lobby Brantley.
The meeting is to give all boards, municipalities,
elected officials and the general public the opportunity to
inquire about any legislative actions or to suggest any
proposed legislation.
Any local bills must be noticed and advertised at
least thirty (30) days before their introduction into the
Legislature.
We would appreciate your giving us notice in advance
of any items that will be brought before the meeting so that ----
they can be placed on the agenda.
If you have any questions, please contact my. office
at 394-6000.
RICHARD If. LANGLEY
Senator
District 11
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ECONOMIC COMMENT
January, 1981-
The probability of a noticeable slowdown in economic activity in the near future
Is increasing as the forces of high -interest rates and tight money take their toll
on both consumers and business. In what is seen as the first tell -tale sign that
economic, contraction may be just around the corner, December Retail Sales declined
1.3% reversing a November increase of 1.6%. This poor performance In the retail
sector reflects a significant drop in onsumer Confidence. As was the case last
February, the consumer appears to be leaaTng the economy to a lower level of
activity. December's drop in Unemliloyment to 7.4% from November's 7.5% reflects
more a decline in the size of t e abor force than increases in total employment.
Recent extensions of post -Christmas layoffs in the auto industry can be expected
to contribute to a higher unemployment rate over the next several months.
The latest data released for November show surprising strength in the construction
industry and the industrial sector, but are not without their warning signals.
Despite 15% mortgage rates, overall Construction Spending grew by 2.5%, and
New Home Sales increased by 5.9%. Caus�g concern, however, were a reported
4 rop n o�usi_n ,§tarts and a 29.4% decline in N_ewwMort awe Commitments..
Thus, Novembers sty— rength may well h-iave been the last for an in ud stry wiich
faces almost certain cyclical decline in the months ahead. Although Industrial
Production rose 1.4% and Caoacity Utilization by the nation's manufacturers
increased to 78.i�rom 77.9 the re 0.5% incase in Facto rY Inventories coupled
with Decemberr-drop in Ret Sales will inevitably result in some production
cut backs.
On the monetary front, reported Money Sully (M18) reversed the rapid rate of
growth posted through November and declined at an 8.7% annual rate during
December. This development will assist the Federal -Reserve in its efforts to
limit credit availability, slow down the expanding economy, and hopefully
reduce inflationary pressures. The Fed has, however, maintained a Fed Funds rate
in excess of 19%, setting a floor of about 20% on the prime rate for the time
being. A significant weakening in the economy may well force the Fed to ease
up on the Fed Funds rate, thus leading to a fall in the prime and other market
rates early this year. This time, the decline in interest rates should be
more orderly than experienced in mid 1980.
Inflation continues unabated, as December's Producer Price Index rose 0.6%
(7.2% annually) and November's Consumer Price Index inrreased by 1.0% T(T2.0%
annually), both matching increases registered during the previous month. Farm
Prices defied all expectations by declining 1.1% in what most analysts see as only
a pause in the upward spiral of food prices. -Likely developments suggest that
inflation will remain at high levels as OPEC price hikes, further oil and gas
deregulation,and.continued food price increases impact general price levels.
While the impending slowdown may help reduce upward price momentum, fundamental
problems will prevent significant improvements in inflation during 1981.
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School Board Members
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ELSIE A. ULLMAN
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CARL H, PETTITT, Superintendent of Schools ��
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JOAN DROWN
The School Dowd of lake CounlY, Florida
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January 15, 1981
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Mr. Chris Giachetti
312 Crystal Lake " ,ve
Clermont, Floridak''.' 32711
Dear Chris:
I wanted to let you know that I appreciated your visit earlier this
week concerning t,n street crossings on Hwy 50 nea he junior high
and elementary/hischool. I phoned Jim Hoskinsond explained
the concerns of your committee. He is most interested in working
with us to provide for the safety of our young people on their way
to school.
Jim recommended that you call him personally or Mr. George Forbes at
City Hall. I think that any suggestions that you or members of
the Citizen's Advisory Committee could offer would be appreciated.
1 also discussed this matter with another school board member who,
explained that in the past the school board has agreed to send
resolutions to the appropriate governmental agency in support of
safety measures for our students.
I'm willing to meet with your committee as soon as possible to find
a solution.
Let me hear from you.
warm personal regards.
Y
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Jerry Smith
School soar Member
District 4
cc: The Honorable Jim Hoskinson
Superintendent Carl Pettitt
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