10-08-1968 Supporting DocumentsMINUTES N° MH
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REGULAR MEETING
The Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Clermont was held
in the Council Chambers on Tuesday, October 8, 1968. The meeting was
called to order at 8:00 P. M. by Mayor Don E. Smith with all members
present excepting Councilman Vandert•ieer. Other officials present were:
City Manager Johnson, City Clerk Carroll, Supe-intendent Sheldon,
Controller Fleming, Attorney Langley, Inspector Snyder and Chief Tyndal.
Others present were: Miss Barbara Peck and the Messrs. Jim Livingston,
Henry Czech, James Lord, C. A. Mangold, Ted Enz, E. L. Schumnann and
representatives of the local Press.
The Invocation was given by Councilman Beals.
The Minutes of the Meeting held on September 24, 1968 were added to as
follows: Councilman Prior requested that it be made a part of the
Minutes whereby City Attorney Langley was explaining the proposed contract
between Michaels Engineers and the City of Clermont for the construction
of a 16" water supply test well, such proposal including the certification
of a sampling at every 25' and at each change of rock formation. City
Attorney Langley advised that this was in the contract as had been
authorized. The Minutes were approved as amended.
City Manager Johnson recommended that the following listed low bids, as
submitted at the meeting of September 24th, be accepted.
Petroleum Products to Cities Service. Motion was made by
Councilman Oswalt, seconded by Councilman Prior and carried
that the recommendation of the City Manager he accepted and
the bid awarded to Cities Service Co.
2 Garbage Packers to Lakeland Truck Equipment Company. Motion
was made by Councilman Prior, seconded by Councilman Oswalt
and carried that the recommendation of the City Manager be
accepted and the bid awarded to Lakeland Truck Equipment
Company.
2 Truck Chasis (Gasoline) to GMC Trucks, Inc. Motion was
made by Councilman Beals and seconded by Councilman Cochran
that the recommendation of the City Manager be accepted and
the bid awarded to GMC trucks, Inc. Councilman Prior desired
that the City Manager investigate further the warranties
from all bidders on these chassis before taking any action.
The question was requested and the motion carried unanimously.
City Manager Johnson read a letter from Michaels Engineers
wherein they recommended that the low bid of Layne -Atlantic
Company for the construction of a 16" water supply test well
be accepted. Motion by Councilman Cochran, seconded by'
Councilman Oswalt and carried that the recommendation of the
City Engineers be accepted and the bid awarded to Layne -
Atlantic Company.
Mayor Smith advised that Clermont would host the Lake County
League of Municipalities meeting on October 23rd; a dinner meeting to be
held at the Elks Club at 7:00 P. M. and lie urged that all city officials
make their reservations to attend.
Mayor Smith reported that he had attended the Open House of the Lincoln
Park Day Care Center, was very much impressed, and in his opinion, this
would be an asset to the community. tie further advised that they were in
n eed of additional playground equipment, and would appreciate any offers
of same.
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City Manager Johnson reported that the rock was in on the newly constructed
Second Street and they expected to have it sealed !Iednesdey, and completed
by next week; that clay had been hauled to the new Little League hall
fields and that these areas would be seeded in grass soon.
There was a general discussion of the Proposed 68-69 Budget as had been
submitted by the City Manager to each Councilman and the Mayor previously.
Motion was made by Councilman Beals, seconded by Councilman Cochran and
carried that the proposed budget as recommended by the City Manager be
accepted and the necessary Ordinance for same be prepared for adoption
at the next meeting.
City Attorney Langley reported that the Lincoln Park Day Care Center
was now incorporated; that Councilman Cochran was in receipt of a letter
from the State Board of Health regarding refusal of the State to issue
the necessary license to Mr. Hunt of Meeker Garden Supply to spray
citrus in Clermont, and that he believed it would be possible to obtain a
temporary license for Mr. Hunt to operate for one year and obtain a
licensed operator after that time.
Councilman Cochran reported that progress had been made on the Tot Lot,
that the polyhedron had been placed there and plans for a "mini -mountain"
were being prepared.
Councilman Prior inquired of City Attorney Langley his finding for the
qualifications of a nominee to run for city office. City Attorney Langley
advised that he/she only be a qualified elector of the City of Clermont,
however, all Code qualifications would be applicahle.
Motion was made by Councilman Deals, seconded by Councilman Prior and
carried that the bills be paid.
Councilman Cochran advised that he had received inquiries as to the
financial assistance and by what methods, the sewage system would be
constructed in Clermont and requested that the City Manager advise of
these in order to become a matter of record of these Minutes. City
Manager Johnson reported that he did not have the figures at hand, but
would quote the following figures as best he could from memory: A
firm grant from HUD in the amount of $309,000.00; An anticipated grant
from the State under Public Law 660 1n the amount of 5206,000.00; a loan
from the Federal Government at an interest rate not to exceed 4,.% in
the amount of $800,000.00; Revenue Certificates to be sold by the City
on the open market for between 3900,000.00 and 1 Million dollars;
$40,000.00 in reserve by the City.
Mayor Smith reported to the Council for their consideration, complaints
which he had received regarding unfavorable credit accounts of City employees.
There was no action taken on this matter.
Chief Prentice Tyndal extended an inviation to the Council, the Mayor,
the City Clerk, the City Manager and the City Controller to attend a dinner
meeting next Monday night, October 14th at 8:00 P. M.in_the Council
Chambers hosted by the Police Department and Police Auxiliary.
Councilman Cochran reported he had received several favorable comments
with regards the Police Auxiliary's work during the Labor Day week -end
and the local foot ball games.
Motion was made by Councilman Deals, seconded by Councilman Prior and carried
t at the meeting be adjourned.
Don E. Smith, Mayor ��cn��/J•(�t��
Dolores 1-1. Carroll, City Clerk
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ADJOURNED MEETING
An adjourned meeting of the City Council of the City of Clermont was held
in the Council Chambers on Tuesday, nctober 22, 1962. The meeting was
called to order at 9 P. M. by Mayor Don E. Smith with all members present
excepting Councilman Vandertleer. Other officials present were: City Manager
Johnson, Superintendent Sheldon, Controller Fleming, Attorney Langley,
Inspector Snyder and Chief Tyndal. Others present were Miss Barbara Peck
and the Messrs. David Matier, '1. Bright, S. Flamrick, J. Peacock, E. Allbright,
John Louis Jones, Henry Czech, Jim Livingston, Leonard Baird and Mr.
and Mrs. Robert J. Eastman, and representatives of the local Press.
Mildred Dollar acted as Recording Secretary.
The invocation was given by Rev. Jones.
The Minutes of the meeting held on October B, 196R were approved as
written.
Mr. David Matier, Pastor of the Calvary Baptist Church, approached the
Council for permission to hold a Tent Revival Service November llth through
the 17th on private land at the corner of Highway 5n and Tenth Street.
It was the consensus of the Council that to give this permission would
be a violation of the Charter, as well as present traffic problems. It
was suggested to Mr. 'latier that he endeavor to locate a building in
which to hold the revival service.
Mr. Robert J. Eastman, General tanager of Florida Citrus Showcase appeared
before the Council requesting advice and counsel concerning a remittance
of $3,569.96 due them by the City of Clermont. Mr. Eastman was advised
that according to the ruling of the Citv Attorney the City of Clermont
is in no way obligated for this indebtedness. Mr. Eastman was referred to
Mr. 11. Bright, President of the Chamber of Commerce, who stated that he
would be happy to discuss this indebtedness and make every effort to
work out a solution to resolve the matter.
Mr. Jim Livingston, a candidate for County Commissioner in District 4,
appeared before the Council to give them an opportunity to ask any
questions they might have. The Mayor informed Mr. Livingston that it has
not been the practice of the Council to have any political matters come
before the meeting, but welcomed 71r. Livingston to appear before them if
he is elected.
Mayor Smith advised that the Council would now sit as a Board of Adjustment
to consider the request of Leonard Baird for a variance of the rear .yard
set back requirements of the Zoning code whereby he will he permitted to
construct a two car garage at 1651 Second Street, the same being Lot
375, Orange Park Subdivision(owned by Mr. Anthony Winther), located
in an R-lA area. Motion was made by Councilman Beals, and seconded by
Councilman Prior that the variance be granted and a building permit be
authorized. Upon roll call vote on passage of the motion the result was:
Ayes: Oswalt, Cochran, Beals and Prior. Total Ayes: 4, Nayes: None. The
motion carried.
The Mayor reminded the Council members of the League of Municipalities
Dinner meeting to be held in the Clermont-Groveland Elks Club tomorrow
night, October 23rd and urged all to attend.
The City Manager submitted his report, hoth orally and written, and
requested a motion authorizing him to enter into a contract, prepared
by Michaels Engineering Co., with Layne Altantic of Orlando, for drilling
a WelI. The City Attorney advised that the contract had been reviewed
and was in order. Motion was made by Councilman Prior, seconded by
Councilman Beals, that the City Manager be authorized to enter into a
contract with Layne Atlantic of Orlando for drilling a well. Upon roll
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call vote on the passage of the motion the result was: Ayes: Oswalt,
Cochran, Deals and Prior. Total Ayes: Four. Nayes: None. The motion
carried.
Controller Fleming reported to the Council that the present method of
administrating the crater cut off policy for non-payment of bills is
proving to be unsatisfactory and result in much unpleasantness for
the City Office. He made suggestions for a change in this policy and
will report his recommendations at the next meeting.
Councilman Prior inquired regarding the lighting_ for the C.ittle League
field. City Manager Johnson advised that it is his plan to put three
light poles in the outfield of the regular size field and completely
14,ght one of the Little League fields.
Councilman Deals offered and moved that it be passed, a RESOLUTION
ESTABLISHING A BUDGET FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 1968-69 FOR GENERAL OPERATIONS
OF THE CITY OF CLERMONT. The motion was seconded by Councilman Cochran,
and upon roll call vote on adoption of the RESOLUTION, the result was
Ayes: Oswalt, Cochran, Beals and Prior. Total Ayes: 4. Nayes: None.
So the Resolution was adopted and Number 137 assigned to it and a copy
ordered posted.
Councilman Beals offered and moved that it be passed a RESOLUTION
ESTABLISHING A BUDGET FOP, THE CITY OF CLERMONT 14ATER AND SANITARY SEWERS
DEPARTMENT FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 1962-69. The motion was seconded by Council-
man Cochran and upon roll call vote on adoption of the RESOLUTION,
the result was: Ayes: Oswalt, Cochran, Beals and Prior. Total Ayes: 4.
Nayes: None. So the Resolution was adopted and Number 138 assigned to it
and a copy ordered posted.
Councilman Beals introduced AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING A BUDGET OF EXPENSES
FOR THE GENERAL OPERATIONS OF THE GOVERNMENT OF THE CITY OF CLERMONT
OR THE FISCAL YEAR OF 1968-69 Atin MAKING APPROPRIATIONS THEREFORE,
PROVIDING A TAX LEVY ON ALL PROPERTY Ili THE CITY OF CLERMONT, LAKE COUNTY,
FLORIDA FOR THE YEAR 1968 FOR THE GENERAL OPERATION EXPENSE OF THE CITY
OF CLERMONT, LAKE COUNTY, FLORIDA, and moved the rules be waived and
the Ordinance read by Title only. The motion was seconded by Councilman
Cochran and unanimously carried. The ordinance was ready by title
only by the City Attorney.
The Clerk read a letter from Judge J. K. Tryon wherein he submitted
his resignation as Municipal Judge effective November 30, 1968. Motion
was made by Councilman Beals, seconded by Councilman Cochran, and carried,
that the resignation of Judge Tryon as tendered in his letter of October
4, 1968, be accepted.
Councilman Beals read a communication from Judge J. K. Tryon wherein
he recommended Col. J. House as his successor. Action on a new appointee
as Municipal Judge was deferred.
The Clerk read a communication from the Home Owners Civic Improvement
Association wherein they recommended Identification of Clermont by
the erection of lighted signs at the East and 14est entrances to Clermont
on Highway 50 and the North and South entrances to Clermont on Highway
27. It was the consensus of the Council that this suggestion should
be followed through and directed the City Manager to look into the leg
work that has already been done on a similar project by the Jaycees,
obtain costs, and report hack to the Council at the next meeting.
The Mayor stated that he has been invited by the Lake County Safety
Council to a meeting at the Lancer Restaurant in Leesburg during November
to receive a plaque to be awarded to Clermont for having no fatalities
on their highways during the year 1967. The Mayor invited Chief Tyndal
to
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to accompany him to the meeting and receive the plaque.
The City Manager advised that in the past he has suggested Election
Board appointees to the Council and asked their pleasure in this matter.
since these duties were not outlined in the administration changes. Motion
was made by Councilman Cochran, seconded by Councilman Beals and carried,
that the City Manager make the recommendations, as previously, to the
Council.
Mr. Dupee of South Lake Press inquired the purpose of the yellow line
on the South side of East Ave, as there seemed to be some confusion
of its purpose. He was advised that in lieu of a sidewalk this provided
a safety walk for the children traveling to and from school.
The Mayor advised that after observing the hazards for children crossing
Highway 50 to board the school bus at 4th and Chestnut Streets he had
come to an agreement with Mr. McLean for the bus to stop at 5th and
Chestnut Street so that the children could cross the Highway with the
traffic light.
A discussion followed on safety measures for school children at various
crossings. No action was taken.
Motion by Councilman Beals, seconded by Councilman Cochran, and carried,
t the meeting Adjourn.
Don E. Smith, Mayor
M.Dollar, Recording Secretary
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE - OCTOBER 31, 1968
GENt <A�L FUND
FIRM
Shands & Baker,Inc.
F & R Office Supply,Inc.
Clements' Pest Control
James R. Carson,Jr.
Madden's Electrical Service
Southern Pipe & Supply Co.
Lawton Bros. of Orlando
Control Specialists Company
Westerman Ford
Smythe-Hoskinson Shell Service
Hydraulic Supply Company
Pounds Motor Company
Prescott Tractor Company
City Tire Service
Whirler -Glide Mower Company
Clermont-Groveland Elks Club
Central Oil Company
Willie Creech Plumbing
Basic Asphalt Corporation
Cities Service Oil Company
Dixie Lime and Stone Company
Herb's Ice House
Hanks Electric Co.,Inc.
Harb Tractor & Equipment Co.
Meeker Garden Supply
F & R Office Supply,Inc.
Konsler Steel Company
Clermont Builders Supply,Inc.
Clermont Hardware & Supply Co
Madden's Electrical Service
G1enMar Electronics Service
Hilltop Book Nook
Standard Auto Parts,Inc
Carroll Gas
Coble's Garage
Standard Oil Company
Engel's Uniforms
South Lake Pumping Service
Davis Meter & Supply
George Stuart,Inc-
Ace Supply Company
South Lake Press
Oakley Seaver,Postmaster
Clermont Hardware & Supply
G1enMar Electronics Service
Standard Auto Parts,Inc.
Hughes Supply,Inc.
ACCOUNT NUMBER AMOUNT
4-712
991.38
1-711
23.00
2-721
9.00
2-733
15.41
7-721
18.50
4-712
25.54
2-713
7.85
1-712
21.50
4-722
53.50
2-723
14.21
2-723
2.00
5-723
5.83
4-722
16.30
4-722
86.56
4-733
142.18
4-722
25.52
1-870
209.85
4-712
530.00
2-721
58.35
17-721
17.50
4-712
297.00
171
625.50
4-712
80.78
4-712
12.50
1-721
13.95
2-721
137.30
2-722
40.15
7-722
19.04
17-721
368.61
4-722
5.85
7-712
6.60
1-711
4.56
4-722
5.56
4-723
7.73
4-712
184.99
4-723
2.10
2-713
8.95
4-712
9.33
7-712
11.37
7-722
31.80
3-722
10.25
1-711
79.61
1-762
7.43
2-711
11.93
1-723
11.38
2-713
8.16
3-723
9.03
3-733
21.45
4-712
.46
4-722
19.56
4-723
147.92
5-723
24.51
4-712
27.00
4-722
8.85
15-723
9.00
171
34.64
2-740
293.00
17-721
35.00
$ 4,906/83
19-910
649.36
19-711
10.30
19-7031
59.25
19-711
50.00
19-711
70.35
19-712
2.21
19-723
16.40
19-723
14.09
19-172
73.50
ACCOUNTS PAYABLC NOV NDU 1968
OEM FUND
F1 RM A
South Lake Press
George 5tuart,lnc.
F1a.League of Municipalities
Int'1.Institute of Municipal Clerks
F & R Office Suppiy,Inc.
Olivenbaum Insurance Agency
Meeker Garden Supply
Municipal Supply & Sign Corp.
Foy`ncy;InduStries,Tne.
S1John Con,s;truc•tion Company
C1ea�,;.�C1rv:i�.a: Industri as+,•lnc.
City XirZ Service,Inc.
CCOUNT NUMBER
1-700
1-762
1-856
t-856
1-868
2-746
4-874.
4-880
5-708
5-760
5-760
5-911
AMOUNT
16.86
69.60
200.00
15.00
9.26
2,525.00
2.45
95.75
297.50
18.00
12.00
61.60
$ 3,323.02