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10-21-1993 Workshop Meeting CITY OF CLERMONT MINUTES WORKSHOP MEETING October 21, 1993 A Workshop Meeting of the City Council of the City of Clermont was held Thursday, October 21, 1993 in the City Hall Conference Room. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Pool at 7:00 p.m. with the following Council Members in attendance: Council Member Cole, Council Member Turville, Council Member Ivey, and Council Member Norquist arrived at 7:20 p.m. Also present was City Manager Saunders, Ray Gilley, Larry Lennox, and Pete Bell. South Lake Development Council Activities Mayor Pool welcomed Mr. Lennox and Mr. Gilley who represented the South Lake Development Council. Mr. Lennox addressed the Council regarding the current activities of the South Lake Development Council to target businesses for the area. He stated that the main purpose of their visit was to discuss industrial locations within the City and the possibility of establishing an industrial park. There was considerable discussion regarding the need for specific areas in the City where industries may locate. Also discussed were possible incentives such as impact fees being pro-rated over the years to help attract businesses to the area. Mr. Norquist entered the meeting at 7:20 and discussions continued regarding the industrial opportunities in the City. Rails to Trails Update Mr. Forest Michael of Michael & Michael Associates presented to the Council the conceptual plan for the Clermont/Minneola Rails to Trails, including the proposed alignment. Mr. Bell was present representing Bells Ceramics and asked questions regarding the location of the trail in relation to their property. Everyone agreed that the proposed alignment of the trail and the realignment of Lake Minneola Drive appeared to be satisfactory. Mr. Michael, Mr. Lennox, Mr. Gilley and Mr. Bell left the meeting at approximately 8:30 p.m. CITY OF CLERMONT MINUTES WORKSHOP MEETING October 21, 19921 Page 2 Federal Communication Commission Certification for Cable Regulation City Manager Saunders discussed the need to file the appropriate forms with the Federal Communications Commission that would certify the City for regulation of cable television. After discussion, he indicated that this would be on the next Council Agenda for approval. Arthur vs. City of Clermont An update on the Arthur vs. City of Clermont suit was given by City Manager Saunders. He explained that the suit is proceeding into mediation at this time. Municipal Golf Course The suggestion of Mr. Maury Carter to look into the possibility of a municipal golf course was discussed. After discussion it was the consensus that we approach Mr. Carter with the possibility of sharing the costs for a feasibility study. Lake County Day in Eustis The City of Eustis is sponsoring a Lake County Day to be held in March during the Legislative Session and they have invited other cities to participate. After discussion, it was the consensus of the Council Members that this would not be of benefit to the City of Clermont and to decline the invitation. Fire Department Pagers and Radios City Manager Saunders explained that there is money in the current budget for replacement of some of the Fire Department pagers and radios and the plan was to replace all of the pagers over a three to four year period. However, a lease/purchase of all of the replacements on a three year lease/purchase plan is available and the annual payment will be approximately the same as the dollars budgeted for replacement. This will enable the Fire Department to have the new equipment now which would be a great benefit since many of the existing pagers and portable radios are in bad shape. CITY OF CLERMONT MINUTES WORKSHOP MEETING October 21, 1993 Page 3 It was the consensus of the Council to pursue the lease/purchase of the equipment. Greater Hills Water System Negotiations City Manager Saunders informed the Council that he will meet with Mr. Bob Mandell later in the week for continuing negotiations regarding the purchase of their system. Halloween The Council discussed whether the City would make an official statement regarding the observation of Halloween. Some cities are requesting that Saturday be observed as Halloween. After discussion it was the consensus that no statement would be made regarding Halloween. Motel 8/Jodway Mayor Pool discussed with the Council his recent discussions with Mr. Jodway of Motel 8 regarding his water service. City Manager Saunders explained that Precision Meter Co. had tested the old meter and they also placed monitoring equipment on site and that no significant discrepancy was found in the meter readings. Therefore, it is the City's contention that there has been no overcharge. Meeting adjourned at 9:35 p.m. Robert A. Pool, Mayor Attest: E. Van l~ty Clerk