09-14-1976 Supporting DocumentsMINUTES N9 :1:328
REGULAR MEETING
A Regular Meeting of the City Council of the city of Clermont was hold in tile,
Council Chambers on Tuesday, September 14, 1976. The meeting was called to ardor at
menOBe1als, Schlr odelClaude
Blackburnl,roand Byrd.vrlth 0thereofficials premembers
were: present: Council-
men Tiffany, City Attorney Baird, City Clerk Carroll, Finance Director Sanchez,
Director of Community Services Smythe, and Chief of Police Tyndal. Others present
were: Mr. and Mrs. Gene Hogue, Mr. and Mrs. J. V. Brice, Mrs. Betty Thomas, The Messrs.
Mr. JoeRSanchez,ESentinel/Staraton, Evans, OrepresentativerwaslalmsocJMorro, Boone and Cosgrove.
presentw
The Invocation was given by Mr. Smythe, followed by repeating of the Pledge of
Allegiance in unison by those present.
The Minutes of the Regular Meeting held August 24, 1976, were approved as written.
PUBLIC NEARING: VARIANCE R,_ EQUEST - Mrs. Janice K. Morris
Inasmuch as no communication had been received regarding this
matter following the filing date of August 23rd, nor was there
anyone present in support of the request, the matter was postponed.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
City Manager Tiffany reported the Emergency Ordinance adopted by
Council prohibiting air boats in city waters had expired on
August 28th, and inasmuch as air boat traffic had been sighted
in the Jaycee Beach area since that date, inquired of Council's
desire to initiate a document to permanently prohibit such
traffic. Motion was made by Councilman Schroedel seconded by
Councilman Beals and carried that City Attorney Baird be requested
to prepare the necessary Ordinance. Councilman Blackburn votes
in the negative on passage of the motion, advising he didn't
feel such action was necessary in view of the fact no complaints
had been received regarding the air boat traffic since the emergency
measure was taken, and Council having been assured previously
by several members of an Air Boat Organization, that future problems
would be handled internally among their membership.
City Manager Tiffany reminded Council of the State League of
Cities convention to be held in Miami Beach on October 31st thru
23rd, and reservations should be made with the city administra-
tion by September 21st.
CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORT
City Attorney Baird reported that he hoped to have the necessary
procedure prepared for the city to take with regards condemned
porperties, within the week; That the case of Rudisill vs the
city was proceeding in normal fashion; and, That in conjunction
with the County Attorney, he had prepared a Lease Agreement on
the county owned property in City Block 90, for Council's con-
sideration.
FINANCE DIRECTOR'S REPORT
Mr. Sanchez reported that non -budgeted revenues at approximately
$13,000 had been received from the county for the city's share
of 75-76 road and bridge taxes, a considerable increase over
the approximate $700 received last year.
MINUTES N111.3219
MAYORS REPORT
Mayor Smoak reported that members of the Lake County League of
Cities had met with the County Commissioners this date regarding
tax equalization, and had requested of them the following: That
an ad hoc committee be formod' with members of the county conmiiss-
ion participating on such committee with members of the League
of Cities; That the 1975-76 county budget be broken down to
delineate those areas within the county in which funds were
expended exclusively for non -incorporated areas; and, That an
indepth study be undertaken to determine the feasibility of a
county wide library system. Ile reported the attitude of the
commission had been most constructive and positive, and they had
agreed to all three requests.
Mayor Smoak advised that following the elimination of sovereign
immunity to municipalities, insurance costs to municipalities
had spiraled astronomically, and he would urge the Council con-
sider a request for the State League of Cities to petition the
State Legislature for renewal of sovereign immunity to munici-
palities, such request being in the form of a resolution to
be presented at the State League Convention in October. Council
was in agreement with this suggestion, whereupon motion was made
by Councilman Beals, seconded by Councilman Byrd an carr e
that the City Attorney be requested to prepare the necessary
resolution.
Mayor Smoak reported that he, Councilman Blackburn and City
Manager Tiffany had appeared before the County Commission to discuss
the proposed marshland study, and to request their participation
in the cost, and they had unanimously voted to participate in
the study to $15,000. Ile advised they would be meeting with
the Lake County Water Authority Board on October 6th to solicit
their participation.
COMMENTS BY COUNCIL MEMBERS
Councilman Schroedel reported that new carpeting had been obtained
for the Library with the bicentennial funds which they had received.
Councilmen Blackburn and Schroedel reported on their recent
attendance of a Chamber of Commerce Board Meeting wherein they
were enlightened as to the many and various functions of the
Chamber that are so important and beneficial to the city, and
suggested that a possible review of the city's budget in order
to allocate additional funds to the Chamber, might be in order.
COMMUNICATIONS
City Clerk Carroll read a communication from Councilman Beals under
date of June 23, 1976, wherein he submitted his resignation to
Group No. 1 on the City Council effective November 16, 1976 inasmuch
as he was a candidate for election to the Lake County School Board.
PAYMENT OF BILLS
Motion was made by Councilman Blackburn, seconded by Councilman
Beals and carried that the bills be paid. A copy is attached hereto.
MINUJ IsS NV J.,3130
STATE ROAD 50 PROJECT: CITY UTILITIES RELOCATION
City Manager Tiffany presented a RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION
OF AN UTILITIES AGREEMENT FOR THE ADJUSTMENT, CHANGE OR RELOCATION
OF CERTAIN UTILITIES WITHIN THE RIGHT-OF-WAY LIMITS OF STATE ROAD
50 THRU THE CITY, a necessary document to be excuctnd nrinr to
start of the proposed widening and improvement of State [load 50
by the DOT. Motion was madearr b Councilman B rd secundeu u
Councilman Sc roe a and ca tat the IlLbULUIJUN one accompanying
RELOCATION AGREEMENT be accepted and executed by the Mayor
and City Manager.
With further regards the State Road 50 project, City Manager
Tiffany inquired of Council's feelings as to permanently blocking
off old Eighth Street at its intersection with State Road 50
to eliminate what he felt was a dangerous intersection created
after new Eighth Street was opened immediately to the west around
Center Lake, and, that in contact with DOT regarding this matter,
he had been advised the SR 50 project in that area could be
redesigned to accommodate this matter. City Manager Tiffany was
requested to pursue this matter and submit a proposal for Council
consideration. With regards the necessary street crossings in
the utility relocations, Councilman Byrd requested City Manager
Tiffany to pursue the matter of obtaining permission to cut the
street in lieu of the more costly jack and bore method. Mayor Smoak
requested City Manager Tiffany to again approach officials of
DOT regarding permission to install a traffic light at the inter-
section of State Road 50 and Bloxam Avenue, which they previously
agreed to re-evaluate prior to the SR 50 construction project.
CLASSIFICATION OF USE - CABINET SHOP
Following request of Mr. Gene Hogue for a classification of use to
allow him to operate a cabinet shop at 730 7th Street, a C-2 zone,
the Planning and Zoning Commission recommended to Council that
cabinet shops be classified as a permitted use in M-1 zones, noting
that existing permitted uses in M-1 districts are "no more obnoxious
or detrimental to the district" than cabinet shops. Motion was made
by Councilman Blackburn, seconded by Councilman Beals and carried
that the P & Z Commission recommendation be accepted.
SALE OF CITY PROPERTY
City Manager Tiffany reported of an inquiry to purchase a triangular
parcel of city owned property lying between 530 West Avenue and West
Lake, which appears on the tax roll with an assessment @ $200.00,
and inasmuch as he did not foresee any possible city use of this
property, recommended that it be offered for sale.
Council was in agreement with this recommendation, whereupon motion
was made b Councilman Schroedel, seconded by Councilman Beals and
carried that it be advertised for sa e.
City Manager Tiffany reported on an inquiry received for purchase
of the abandoned city owned alley adjacent to Hunt's Garden Center
on the west. It was the consensus of Council that other alterna-
tives be pursued regarding this matter, and it was referred to the
City Manager for his recommendation.
MINUTES M 1.331
FmHA LOAN CLOSING: WATER K SEWER IMPROVEMENTS
City Manager Tiffany inquired of Councils's desire regarding
the loan from FmHA for the water and sewer imporvments just
completed, inasmuch as the total cost of construction is less
than the authorized amount of the bonds. Motion was made b.y_
Councilman Schroedel and seconded by Councilman Blackburn
no restrictions. Councilman Deals voted in the negative
advising he felt the amount of loan should be reduced to the
actual amount needed.
PROPOSED CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT ZONING
City Manager Tiffany reported that criticism had been expressed
regarding the proposed central business district zoning as being
too restrictive by excluding several existing C-2 uses, and lie
would thereby recommend that the matter be considered further for
possible revision. Council was in agreement with this recommenda-
tion, and the Public Hearing thereon continued. Mayor Smoak and -.-..--
City Manager Tiffany urged those persons present and any other
interested partiies, to submit any suggestions which they might
have in the matter for consideration in the revisions.
There being no further business to be brought before the Council at this time,
the meeting was adjourned by Mayor Smoak at 9:30 P. M.
CLAUDE E. SMOAK, JR., M 0
DL RES W. CARROLL, CITY CLERK
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE 611PT1,14BRIt 1976
GENERAL FUND
A & L Automotive Sorvica
Advnnce Elect.
Armstrong Smith Painta
Battericn By Finhor
Bishop & Blnck fainting, Inc.
Bob Wade Ford, Inc.
Bureau of Buni.naan Prneti.ce
Carroll Gan
Cnrou Oil Co.
Clermont Auto Parts
Clermont Builders Supply
Clermont Hardware & Supply
Clermont Marine
Credit Burcau of Bustin
Dixie Lime & Stone
Dust Tex Service
Eckcrd Drugs
F. & It. Office Supply
Floyda Plumbing
Gem Chemical Co.
Hilltop Stationary
Hughes Supply
Hunts Garden Canter
Jim Willis Hardware
JUM Matthews
Konslcr Steel Co.
Lake Apopka Natural Gas Dist
W. M. Teal
Nation's Cities
Office Equip. Exchange, Inc.
Orlando Paving Co.
Prescott Tractor Sales
Rally Chry. Ply.
Safety Equip Co.
- Sentinel Star Co.
Shelfer Ford Tractor Co.
South Lake Press
Standard Auto Parts
Standard Oil Co.
The Exchange Bank of Clermont
Western Auto
Zoning Bulletin
UTILITIES DEPARTMENT
B & H Sales, Inc.
Batteries By Fisher
Clermont Auto Parts
Clermont Builders Supply
Hanks Elect. Co.
Hilltop Stationery
Jacobs, Baker,- Assoc., Inc
Jim Willis Hardware
Konaler Steel Co.
Layne -Atlantic Co.
Leesburg Armature Works
Office Equip Exchange
Orlando Paving Co.
Orlando Paving & Const. Co.
Sta-Con Inc.
Standard Auto Parts
Tuckers Heavy Equip Service
(Alignmont)
(Polica Station & 'Tannin Court)
(Paint)
(Spark Plug, Tune up Kit•, act)
(Pronsure Cleaning Jaycee Bench; Lightbulbu-Soft Ball
Field & Shuffleboard Court)
(Ropnir A/C)
(Safety fasters)
(Petroleum Productn)
(Petroleum Productn)
(Auto Maint & Repair Parts)
(Concrete & Building Supplicu)
(Bushing, Books, Huts)
(]lost tic -down & Roller)
(Property Trannfers)
(Lima Rock Bane)
(Janitorial Supplies)
(First Aid Supplies & Film)
(Office Supplies)
(LL Fiold,J.C.Beach,Jenki.nu Audi,W.S. Beach)
(Janitorial Supplies)
(Office Supplies)
(Plumbing Fixture)
(Swan & Dog Food)
(Key, Rakes, & Cooler)
(Memorials)
(Steel & Saw Blades)
(Utilities)
(Petroleum Products)
(Subscription)
(Time Cards)
(Asphalt)
(A -Frames, Lift Pins)
(Rings, Valves, Dip Stick)
(Safety Glassess)
(Publication)
(Mower Blades)
(Publications)
(Auto Maint & Repair Parts)
(Petroleum Products)
(Safe Deposit Box Rent)
(Batteries)
(Subscription Renewal)
(Values)
(Spark Plugs)
(Auto Maint. Parts)
(Building Supplies)
(Fuses)
(Towels)
(Hub & Grid Member)
(Locks, Solder, Soldering Iron)
(Man Hole Cover)
(Motor -Grand Hwy Well)
(Repair Irrigation Motor)
(Time Cards)
(Asphalt)
(Pavement)
(Relays)
(Auto Maint & Repair Parts)
(Shaft, Bushings, Impeller, & Bearings)
10.50
43.30
69.60
39.20
436.00
93.65
13.71
7.00
35.93
89.20
185.60
7.76
10.80
18.00
78.91
16.10
30.10
31.62
480.90 `.
41.90
105.88
25.76
12.75
25.71
209.00
12.85
32.24
882.58
6.00
9.22
562.55
26.86
34.77'
22.76
66.80
44.52
79.15
58.44
5.79
9.00
16.80
22.50 '
4008.71,
12.75
15.00
11.99
29.49
2.65
13.85
149.00
50.67
49.00
4743.75
350.00
4.61
31.91
1600.97
38.30
67.17
96.93
7268.04
TO: City Council
FROM: City Manager
SUBJECT: DOT Utilities Relocation Resolution and Agreement
DATE: September B, 1976
The attached Utilities Resolution and Agreement were sent to the City
on July 21. Since that date we have discussed the State's Utilities reloca-
tion requirements with Department of Transportation Officials, and have
succeeded in having the East Avenue - SR 50 intersection redesigned to permit
our gravity sewer line to remain.
Other utility relocation work will involve raising or lowering several
manholes and water lines. This work will be done by City crews, except for
Jack and bore crossings of new casing for water lines. All work will be done
within the limits of next year's budget.
Under State law, we must pay for the relocation of these utilities.
If we wish to have the State Route 50 improvements constructed, we must
execute these documents, and I so recommend.
Gordon Tiffany
Attachments
cc: City Clerk (9-14-76 Agenda)
AM: 1 all. 1 CITY RESOLUTION
UTILITY INDUMNIFICAnON AGREEMENT
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11
070
6510
50
I 7'aho
A BESOLUTION AUT110BIZING VXI-;4AYTION OF AN U111,11IFS AGUBIVNT FOB THE 'N 11.11 1,:,N 11, CHANGE Ili(
R1.1,11CATI(IN ()F CFltT,NIN U11LITIVS 1,VITHIN HH! l(lGIIT.()VAVV LIMITS 111TEM"IF11 01-SCIM111), \NI)I-It0-
VII)ING MIEN 1111S Slll\l.l- IA k V E.V 1--l"(1
RESOLUTION NO,
ON 111 ITION OVConitnissioncr (CollIlVillillill) Byrd -st-l"PI1111-11 by Coln In 6sioll"l.
ljl;tjj) Sell roQdc I the r.,Illj%%it1g Itesollilioll wasa,hipli-d:
WIll."Ill"As, the slalv 14, I"I'll-idit Depaltilluill ,I' Trallspol-lillioll has hwah-il and prnpnsr.a to volls1rucl (it'
reconstruct a part of stall. Road 50 1
AND WHEB EAS, in order for the Slaw 41f UI(Irida j)I-I'rjjljiport:IIit,n In further and c,,IlIplvIv said
projvrt, it is iwcessill V ILIA Ct-l-taill Illilitil's illid/ol. facililiv., %vililin III(! Right -of -Way hillil., (,I* said State Road
50 he ;uIjtIstj!(I, changed or relovated,
AND w'IIEREAS, the Stitte of Florida Department ul'Transpi)rtalion having requested till! City of rinrmnnt
Florida, to exccule alld delk"T to IhV Still'! of Florida Deparlitictit of Transportation
11 11tilitivs Agrevrnctit, agreeing lo Inake or vaus'! to he Inade '11"ll adjustments, cluinges or re-lovations of said
utilities and/or facilities as set out in said Agrvenient, and said w(luest having bul", tlllly considered,
NOW TIIEI(FFOItE,, BE IT IIFSOLVE.D by the t y "1111C of the City of
Florida, that the Mayor and Clark (City Millinker) I,(. and Ih,. , N, ;11-c . s, IIIIIII(nized and dircelvd to tuakc,
t!x(-vIjtv and deliver to 111v State of Florida Deparlinvol ()I. Tralisporlmion :I thilitic., Akw--invill for the adju-sl-
Invill, '.11:111ge or rvkwalioll of vvi-Hill utilities within the i(igilt ()I, wit). 1jillits of said Stale
Seetioll 11070-6510
III,*, IT FURTHER RESOLVED that :I certified ropy or Ihis R-olution be ronvartled I,) the Slate of Florida
Department of Transportation at Florida.
C1,1,y Ol., CLEMIONT
COUNTY OF LAXE
I 11EIRE'lly CERTIFY that Ilic foregoing isatrue and vorrvv( ropy of a Rrsolulion adopted by Llic
City Council of dw (:it), of r11 orminni- —, Florida
at a Iliceling of said City coullci 1 — held on Illk 14 th day of September A. D.
1976 -
WITNF,SS Illy hand and scal on this 1 S t 11 day, 1) f September A. 1). 197 6
1
-Gledc-(Cff Madager) of the City of
Cl 2micalh—, Florida.
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IOn
1'AOI: I Of' 'J
IITATC Of' IILO"IIOA OMPAII I'MIJIT Oe I'IIAIIIl1'OnTATION
OI V Ia1011 OI' IN)Al) Oee"IA'I IOf11l
UTILITY RELOCATION AGREEMENT
iAt Municipal CApnnscl
COUNTV GI:CTION UTILITY JOII NO. TATC II A[ 10, C011 ll f Y NAM": Pnlifl.L A "in JOII NO.
11-- -070 6510 -- 50 T,a}ce 1 (N/A)
THIS A(;IIFFNIFNT, made and entered into Illi
197—, by and lalween the S'I>""" OP I LUItIU:1 I)Isl'Ali'I'\I4;N'I' OR TI(ANSPOItT\'I'ION,
bereint'ter rvfcrrcd to as the I)EVARTMEINT, and the CIT)' 0 __-_CLERMONT---------.
a [not . acipal corporation, hereinafter referrvil to as the
WITNESSETH:
WIIEltEAS, the. DEPARTMENT is constructing, reconstructing or otherwise changing a portion
of the Slate Highway System designated by the DEPARTMENT as Job
No, 11070-6510 , Road No. 50 between
State _Road 561 and intersection SR 25, Clermont_
which shall call for the relocation of the CI'I, :S facilities (owned by the CITY, whether within the
corporate limits (hereof or not) :long, over :old/or under said highway, viz:
Any, and all rily owned or operated Iv:tcr mains, fire, hydrants, sanitary scwcrs, gas
mains, fire ❑ id police c:dl systems, Ielephonc, .+wtric;l, telegraph and 'rv-cable
systems, including poles, pole lines and underground facilities thereof, and anv other
CITY owned or operated utilities and facilities within such right of wan',
AND WHEREAS. the plans for the said construction, reconstruction or other changes to be
made, as above, described, have been reviewed by the DEPARTMENT and the CITY, said above
described utility reloc:dion to hereinafter he designated as "Itelocalion Work,"
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the Imltn l covenants hereinafter contained, it is agreed
by the parties as follows:
I, The CITY agrees In make or cause lu he made allarrangenumisfor necessary adjuslnuml or
changes of its facilities where located on public properly at CIT)"S own expanse ;uul io w-cord:mrr.
with till, pmvkions of Rule 01446,01 "Utility Accommodation Guido," Florida Administrative Code,
dated %lay I, I970; any ,uppleornls or revisions Ibervof i, of the daw of Ihi, Agreement• which, bv
reference livreln, are made a part of Ibis Agreenu•nl; and Ihr Plans, dv,igns aml ,perifivotions of Ill;,
DEPARTNU N'I' for the conslroelion ar recomina-tiou of ,aid portion of Ihr Still,- Iligh%Vm Syslrnl,
prior Ill the advertising for hid on ,:,id project. 'I'hr CIT"I' Ilulhur agree, to do all of of-h Work with its
own Purees or by it cootrm•Inr paid under it runtram let by Ili,! CIT)'. all under the direction ofthe
DFAIARTNIENT", engineer.
11• The CITY further agrees that said adjoslnnmts, changes or relocation of facilities will be
nuuir. by Iho CIT), with sufficient promptness so as to cause no delay to the DEPARTNIEN'I' or its con-
tractor io Ihr, prosecoliou of such conslnutioo or reconstruction work; provided, however, that the
CITY shall not hr- responsible for delay beymld its control; will that such "Rrlovation Work' will be
done under the direcliuu of Ihr lil-TAR'I•NlENT'S engineer; ;and the CITY further agrees that in the
evcnl Ihr changes, adjustments or relocation ol'such facilities or Militia, arc done simultaneously with
Ihr construction project, that it will be direelly responsible for handling of any Icg:d claims that the
voulraclor clay initi;de due to delays ealased [IV theCPPY'S negligence.; and that the CITY will not
either proceed with the •`lielocation Work" with its own forces or advertise or let a contract for each
work until it has received Ibe I)RI'ARTNIBN'I• :S wriiien authority to proceed,
;I. Thv (:IT), further agrees that it will maintain ;md keep in repair, or cau -c to be maintained
and kept in repair, all of sorb adjusted, chtuged or relocated CITY owned or operated facilities or
utilities wilhiu the right of way of said portion of the State lligllway Sy=1em; and to comply with all
provisions of the law, including Rule 01$-16.01.
4. The DEPARTMENT agrees to furnish the CIT)' with all necessary highway construction
plans (hill are rcyuired by Ihr to f leilitale-the CI'1'Y'S • Iteloe;diuu Work."
5. The DFPARTNIENT further agrees that the CITY may relocate its facilities upon IheState's
right of way, according to the terms of the slmulard permit required by the State. Statutes for oceu-
pancy of public rights of way, and all published regulations lawfully adopted by the DEPARTMENT
as of the dale of this Agreement.
6• It is mutually agreed Ilwt (he CIT)"S pkus, maps or sketches showing any such facilities
or utilities to be ❑djusled, changed. or relocated are made it part hereof by reference.
7. The CITY further agrees to indemnify, defend, and save harmless and exonerate- the
DEPARTMENT of and from all liability, claims, and demands for contractual liability rising out of the
work undertaken by the CITY, its employers, agents, representatives, or its subcontractors due in
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whole, or in purl, to condilionu, actions, or omissions dune or eonunilted by Ilw CITY; or ifn
rolmonlractora, itn employces, agents, reprommildivc,, or its suhcuutruelore• It is specifically
understood find u;;rewl Ihnl thin illdelnuification agrevinvot dues not cover nor indeuntify the
DI{PARTMI-INT for ila own negliprive or breach of this contract.
SIN WITNESS WWII .EOI , the p:trticy hereto have caused this inntrunient,to he duly executed, the
day and year first above, written:
STATE
FLORIDA
WITNESSES: NESSES: DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
BY
Director ofAdmioistrntiuu .. ,
Armsr: (SEAL,)
An to tW,, DETAIt•11MI-M Executive Secretury
CITY OFCLPRMONT: , FLORIDA
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ATTEST:_�'r/ (slnt�
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Approved a- to Farm, Legality and Ex udi.nt
STATE OF FLORIDA I1ITMITMEN l OF IRANSI'Dlrl'AT[ON
BY:
Assistant Attorney
TO: City Council
FROM: City Manager
SUBJECT: Classification of Use - Cabinet Shop
DATE: September a, 1976
At its September 7 meeting the Planning and Zoning Commission heard
the request of Mr. Gene Hogue for a classification of use to allow him
to operate a cabinet shop in the vacant building at 730 Seventh Street.
The Commission voted unanimously to recommend to you that cabinet shops
be classified as permitted uses in M-1 districts, thus allowing Mr.
Hogue to operate his business in this existing C-2 building under
Section 26-10.
The Commission noted that existing permitted uses in M-1 districts
are no more obnoxious or detrimental to the district" than cabinet
shops. Examples of permitted M-1 uses are lumber yards; contractors
or building material yards; manufacture of electronic products, cosmetics,
drugs, and pharmaceuticals; and transportation businesses.
I recommend that the City Council approve the Planning and Zoning
Commission's recommendation that cabinet shops be classified as a permitted
use in M-1 zones.
Gor&n Tiffany
cc: City Clerk (9-14-76 Agenda)
TO: City Council
FROM: City Manager
SUBJECT: Sale of City Property
DATE: September 8, 1976
We have had two inquiries about the sale of City -owned real property.
Mr. William Hunt, owner of Hunt's Garden Center, would like to purchase the
half -lot west of his property that was formerly used as an alley. Mr. and
Mrs. Louis Ellrodt, 530 West Avenue, are interested in purchasing a small
triangular parcel between their lots and West Lake.
Sale of these parcels would be by competitive bidding after adver-
tising, under State law, for a price at least equal to the assessed value.
The triangular parcel adjacent to the Ellrodts is assessed at $200; the
abandoned alley is assessed at $1,250.
There is some question about the authority of the City to sell the
half -lot that was used as an alley. The City Attorney is looking into possible
deed restrictions on this land. We appear to have clear title to the other
parcel.
I cannot foresee any possible future City use of the small parcel
adjacent to West Lake, and recommend that this parcel be advertised for sale.
Although the abandoned alley adjacent to Hunt's could conceivably
be useful as an alley sometime in the future, I feel that our interest in
having the property cleaned up and maintained outweighs possible City interest
in retaining the land for an uncertain future use. Assuming that we have good
title to this parcel, I recommend that it be advertised for sale.
Gordon Tiffany
cc: City Clerk (9-14-76 Agenda)
TO: City Council
FROM: City Manager
SUBJECT: FmIIA Requirements
DATE: September 10, 1976
Wednesday afternoon representatives of the Farmers home Administration met with
City representatives to discuss requirements for closing the loan for the water and
sewer projects. Attending for the City were Mayor Smoak, Leonard Baird, former City
Attorney Robert Vason, Tom Sanchez, Bob Smythe, Auditor John Greenlee, Engineer Ron
Rector and myself.
Before the loan can be closed next month, the City Council must make several
important policy decisions.
The authorized maximum amount of the loan is $323,100. Although exact figures
will not be available for another week or two, the total amount of construction will
be less than the authorized amount of the bonds. We have paid one portion of the
contract, over $80,000, directly to Locke Well and Pump from existing City funds.
The City's options include the following:
(1) Borrow the entire $323,100 repaying the interim financing loans
and using the excess to refund the high -numbered bonds;
(2) Borrow the entire $323,100 repaying iterim financing and reimburs-
ing ourselves for the amount paid to Locke Well and Pump (this
option would free an estimated $77,000 of City funds for other
capital improvements); or
(3) Reduce the amount of the loan to the actual amount needed by amending
the bond resolution.
Our annual payment schedule set up by the February, 1975 bond resolution antici-
pated a $46,000 "ballon" payment of principal. in 1987 to repay a portion of the issue
from sewer assessments. The FmHA representatives said, however, that the repayment
schedule must be changed to eliminate this ballon payment.
The resolution as adopted will require the first payment to principle in 1978
because we had anticipated that the loan would be closed a year earlier than now.
The resolution may be amended to push the principal payments ahead one year, to begin
in 1979. Otherwise the terms remain the same: 5% on $323,100 maximum for 40 years.
I suggest that this complex matter may warrant a work session of the City
Council soon after we receive the final cost figures.
The final closing is tentatively set for either October 19 or 21 at 9:30 A.M.
in the Council Chambers. Closing must be at a City Council meeting, with at least
a quorm present, so last-minute technical bond resolution amendments can be approved
if necessary. FmHA representatives said Wednesday that closing may take "all day"
and that we must give them the date of closing as soon as possible so they can
schedule their preparations for the closing.
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cc: City Clerk (9-14-76) Gordon Tiffany
Robert Vason
John Greenlee
. Beals
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006 MAOT HIGHWAY 50 CLCfiMONT, FLOMDA 3.2711�- - PHONE 004 . 304.2700
Juno 23, 1976
Mrs. Dolores Carroll, City Clerk
Westgate Plaza
Clermont, rla. 32711
Dear Dolores,
Due to my candidacy for the Lake County School Board and pursuant to the
provisions of Section 99.012 of the rla. Statutes I herewith submit my res-
ignation to the group # 1 seat on the city council effective Nov. 16, 1976.
Probably the most rewarding aspect of my city council terms is the coop-
eration which I've received from you and the other staff members.
Yours for a better Clermont, I remain -- ----
Sincerely,
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Charles BBeals
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