03-09-1976 Supporting DocumentsMIND YES N9 1257
RrGULAR MrrTIHG
A Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Clermont was hold in the
Council Chambers on Tuesday, March 9, 1976. The meeting was called to order at
7:BB P. M, by Mayor Claude E. Smoak, Jr., with the following members present:
Councilmen Byrd, Schroedei, and Blackburn. Other officials present were: Acting
City Manager Smythe, City Attorney Baird, City Clark Carroll, Finance Director
4N111ams, and Chief of Police Tyndal. Others present, were: Mr. and Mrs. 0. Sam
Ackley, Mr. and Mrs. Jack Sargent, and the Messrs. Wootson, Czech and Beals.
The invocation was given by Councilman Byrd, followed by repeating of the Pledge of
Allegiance in unison by those present.
The Minutes of the Regular fleeting held February 24, 197E and of the Special Meeting
held March 8, 1976 were approved as written.
Elder Ira Lee Wootson of the Church of God in Christ, appeared before Council and
requested permission to occupy their new church building prior to meeting the
requirements of a paved parking lot and necessary buffer strips. He advised that if
they were able to do this, they would be in a better position to raise the necessary
funds for paving the parking area, which they hoped to do within the six month
period. He further advised it had been their hope of holding the church dedication
service on March 28th. Mr. Wootson was advised that only 10% of the parking
area was required to be paved, and the remainder could be grassed, which would
be less expensive and possibly expedite their time frame in meeting the necessary
requirements, which Mr. Wootson was not aware of. Council was in agreement to
accommodate the church congregation if at all possible, whereupon Mr. Wootson was
requested to formulate a firm commitment in writing as to a definite date that the
church congregation would fulfill all the necessary building and zoning requirements,
and present to Council for their consideration on March 23rd.
Acting City Manager Smythe submitted his report both orally and written, and a copy
is attached hereto.
With regards request of The Peoples State Bank of Groveland that Council designate
the individuals authorized to obligate the city for the requested interim loan for
additional water improvements, motion was made bi Councilman Blackburn, seconded
by rnnncilman Bvrd and carried that Mayor Claude E. Smoak Jr. be so designated
With regards inquiry of the Chamber of Commerce as to whom was to purchase the
bi-centennial plaque, it was the recollection of Mayor Smoak that the city was to
furnish the site, the time capsule, and the plaque, but that to date he had not
seen a cost estimate for same. Acting City Manager Smythe was requested to obtain
a firm cost for the capsule and plaque for Council's consideration.
Council had previously received copies of the South Lake Art League's annual
financial statement, and it was their consensus that the city's contribution be
forwarded to them as budgeted.
With regards the pump motor at the Grand Highway Well having broken down and in need
of extensive repair, Acting City Manager Smythe was requested to obtain a cost
quotation for its repair and approximate completion date, for Council's consideration
With regards the inquiry by The Ross Organization, Inc. as to the city's intent
for developing the park area in Orange Hill Subdivision that they were required
to designate as dedicated city park area, motion was made by Councilman Blackbu
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Financo Director W1IIlanis reported that the mechanics of the investment procedures
as presented at last meeting had been established, and should be started shortly,
Which will mean a return realized on all the city's available funds.
Mayor Smoak reported briefly on the League of Cities meeting held in Tampa recently
as follows: That the legislative action program adopted four primary goals (1)
Encourage support of (louse Bill 1983 as introduced by the Honorable Dick Clark
wherein it will require the governor to include in his budget message, sources
of funding for legislative, judicial, or administrative mandates (2) Request
that the Municipal Comprehensive Planning Act of 1975 be reviewed and the time
element for implementation be extended (3) Request the State for assistance with
regards solid waste disposal and landfill recovery, and (4) Taking a strong stand
in support of municipal courts.
Mayor Smoak further reported that he had appeared before the local legislative
delegation on Monday evening to encourage support for legislation to repeal the
stated mandate wherein all municipal voter registration rolls were surrendered to
the county supervisors of elections, or at least, mandate that county supervisors
of elections furnish municipalities with a list of their registered voters, upon
request.
Councilman Blackburn, liaison representative to the Chamber of Commerce, reported
on what he considered to be a dangerous situation existing, wherein the Chamber
Secretary was having to return to the auditorium at late hours when dances are
held there in order to claim the rental fees and portion of the receipts realized
from the dances. Council was in agreement, and Acting City Manager Smythe was
requested to submit his recommendations for correcting the matter.
City Clerk Carroll read a communication from Mr. Walter Leidner wherein he requested — -
that Council consider making it a requirement that Teleprompter, Inc. maintain a
local office for collection of their monthly billings. City Attorney Baird advised
that Council had no control over the business of Teleprompter, Inc. outside of
the existing franchise agreement with them.
Motion was made by Councilman Byrd seconded by Councilman Blackburn and carried
That the bills be paid.
City Clerk Carroll was requested to furnish City Attorney Baird with a cost figure
of the sanitary sewerage disposal canals in order that he might conclude his investiga-
tion of the city's position with regards Michaels/Stiggins, Inc. and report to Council
at next meeting.
Acting City Manager Smythe was requested to furnish City Attorney Baird with all
information available with regards the sanitary sewer hookup problem at the South
Lake Press building in order that he might consider the matter and report to
Council at the next meeting as to the city's obligations in the matter.
Mayor Smoak called a Special Meeting of the Council to be held in the office of
the Acting City Manager on Wednesday morning at 8:05 A.M. to canvass the ballot
and check the certificate of result of the Special Election held on March 9, 1976.
was made by Councilman Schroedel, seconded by Councilman B1
Councilman Byrd offered and moved the adoption of a RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF CLERMONT, LAKE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOMMENDING ROAD PRIORITY IMPROVEMENTS
TO BE SUBMITTED TO THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS, LAKE COUNTY, FLORIDA, IN
CONNECTION WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FIVE-YEAR ROAD PLAN and the motion
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was seconded by Councilman Blackburn and carried, The RESOLUTION was road by
Mayor Smoak, by title only, and the Number 272 assigned to it.
With regards a communication from the City Clerk of the City of Boca Raton
urging support of other municipalities in their Resolution forwarded to the State
Legislature requesting cognizance by the state of public opinions and expressions
stated as desired and generated by the citizens within municipalities, Council
was in agreement that more attention should be directed by the legislature to
municipal voters, whereupon motion was made by ouncilman Blackburn, seconded
by Councilman Bvrd and carrielcthat Ctv AttornBaird be requested to prepare
The meeting was adjourned by Mayor Smoak at 9.10 P. M.
Cie L. Smoak, Jr., 4ayor
Do. Carroll, City Clerk
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ACCOUNTS PAYABLE - MARCH 1070
GHNLRAI, FUND
Armstrong Smith
(faint)
85,0
Batteries by Fiahor
(Battery Torminals)
5.82
Central Industrial Salon
(Ruatoleum)
40.20
Clermont Auto Parts
(Auto li Equip.Part;l)
107.20
Clermont hardware
(B1d1;.Malntenanco Supplies) 10.81
Clermont Shull Service
(Car Washes)
9.00
Credit Bureau of Eustis
(Proporty Transfers)
18.00
Crest Restaurant
(Prisoner Monls)
12.25
Bust -Tux Service
(Janitorial Supplies)
16.10
Eckerd's
(Film and Tapes)
25.12
Engel's
(Police Uniforms)
53.85
Flower Fair Florist
(Flowers - Schustor)
15.00
hilltop Stationery
(Office Supplies)
211.40
Ilunt's Garden Shop
(Swan G Dog Food)
16.75
Inland Equipment
(Equipment Repair Parts)
131.28
Jas.II.Matthcws Co.
(Memorial)
112.00
Kidder's Restaurant
(Prisoner Meals)
18.20
Karl's Sales
(Chain Links)
44.50
Lake Apopka Gas
(Utilities)
114.19
Madden's Electrical Service
(Electrical Work-
32.00
Bishop Field)
Mobil Oil
(Petroleum Products)
583.26
Richard Klaas
(Painting-LL Concession)
75.00
South Lake Press
(Publications)
75.13
Sam's Union 76
(Mineral Spirits)
59.00
Standard Auto Parts
(Auto $ Equipment Parts)
37.40
2,007.47
UTILITIES DEPARTMENT
Bill's Appliance Service
(Refrigerator Repair)
18.00
Clermont Auto Parts
(Gaskets -Tail Pipe)
22.98
Clermont hardware
(Tapes)
4.00
Hanks Electric
(Light Socket)
2.08
hilltop Stationery
(Office supplies)
15.71
Konsler Steel
(Pettibone Rental)
60.00
Madden's Electrical Service
(Service -highland Well)
66.43
Sears
(Uniforms)
73.30
Standard Auto Parts
(Light Lens -Penetrating
Oil)13.88
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
The Finley variance which was tabled has been taken care of without necessity
of a variance. With some compromise on Mr. Finley's part a permit was issued
for the ground sign and his wall sign was within the limits of the ordinance and
a permit has been issued.
The Peoples State Dank of Groveland has asked that the Individual(s) with
authority to obligate the city for interim loan be named by Council.
At the Mayor's request, I have asked for the Workmen's Camp Claim experience
for the last three years upon which our modification is computed. We will
review this report when received and ascertain if an appeal might be in order.
The South Lake Art League has submitted their Financial Statement and if it
is your desire I would like to make payment of the $250.00 which is a line
item in the budget.
There seems to be some confusion about who is to pay for the Bicentennial
Plaque. I would like to have this clarified.
R. E. Smythe
March 5, 1976
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March 1, 1970
Mr.. Robr.r.t Smythe, City Manager.
City of Clermont
Clermont, Florida 32711
Dear Mr. Smythe:
We have received numerous inquiries from our residents (and
prospective buyers) in Orange I!iil Subdivision as to what
will be done in the dedicated park area behind our. Lots 16A
and 20A. As I am sure you know this area was dedicated to
the City some time ago, but as yet nothing has been done
with it.
We and the residents of: Orange Hill feel that there are now
enough families living in this area to warrant initiating
some cleanup in this area for both aesthetic and safety
reasons. I would appreciate amour telling us of your plans
for this area so that we may advise ou`r"residents.
*lichsar
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Construction Supervisor
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Dear i4r. Cmytho;
On buha.lf of the Jrl.ando Yachl; C1.111), plaa:,e cu:cc)pt, my thanks
for a prompt runly to our, r,r luesL.
T have outLhiud your rerlu.l.r�imonts to the oxecuti.vn board
of the club and, at'ter lenhthy d1scus7.ion, wo have detormi.ned
that they 71.re to st,ringnnl;, financially, for us at this
time. ,In are. a non-profit organization and as such, cannot
really afford the deposit.
Yon ret'er in your latter to "unacceptablo situations". We
feel We loft the area in a highly acceptable condition
upon our departure and cannot, be responsl.blc for those
others in the area that remained after us. de have enjoyed
Jaycee Leach In the past and feel that we have taken Caro
of th^ premises.
As it now stands, the Spring Repatta will be hold on Lake
Dora in Mount Dora.
1Thank you for your past considerations and should our
financial position change, wa will once again be in touch.
Cordially,
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Tim Hochuli
Chain., Spring iiegatta
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TO: City Council
FROM: Acting City Manager
SUBJECT: Grand Highway Well
DATC•: March 0, 1976
Approximately two weeks ago the non reversing ratchet malfunctioned and would
not work, The condition was immediately reported to the Layne -Atlantic, Co.
who inspected it and found the main drive flange cracked and they recommended
we take this well off line immediately and use the highland well temporarily. �
This we did. After contact with the manufacturer, Layne Atlantic notified us that
the part would cost approximately $1200.00 and take 40 weeks to obtain. We
elected at this time to remove motor and send it to Orlando Armature Works
who felt they could fabricate part for half of factory cost. After disassembly
it was determined that more parts were needed and Westinghouse was recontacted
and because of the age of motor manufacturing, drawings were not readily
available and price quotations and delivery were Indefinite, but the 40 weeks or
more was pretty definite estimate of time delay.
At this point I instructed Layne Atlantic to seek availability and approximate
cost of new motor. This appeared almost futile but a US Motor was located in
Pasco, Washington for a cost of $3900 plus freight with two week delivery and
a Newman Motor, which is made in England, was found in Houston, Texas for
S4217.00 plus freight.
These amounts being above the $2500.00 maximum for purchasing without advertised
bid, I would like permission to advertise immediately for a new motor and also to
have the parts ordered for repair of old one. We estimate repair costs will not
exceed $2000.00 and this motor would make excellent spare or motor for a future
well.
R. E. Smythe
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