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04-12-1994 Regular Meeting CITY OF CLERMONT MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 12, 1994 A regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Clermont was held Tuesday, April 22, 1994 in the Council Chambers. The meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m. by Mayor Pool with the following Council Members present: Council Member Turville, Council Member Cole, Council Member Ivey, and Council Member Norquist. Other City officials present were City Manager Saunders, City Attorney Baird, Planning Director Harker, Finance Director Van Zile and Deputy City Clerk Whitlock. INVOCATION The Invocation was offered by Council Member Ivey followed by the repeating of The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag by all present. MINUTES The minutes of the Regular Council Meeting held March 22, 1994 were approved as presented. CITY MANAGER SAUNDERS' REPORT Chamber Breakfast April 15 City Manager Saunders stated that the Bob Elrod, President of the National Association of Realtors will be the program at the Chamber Breakfast on Friday, April 15 at the Citrus Tower. Taste of Lake County City Manager Saunders stated that the Chamber is hosting an event called "The Taste of South Lake" on May 14. Attenders will be able to taste items from 15 different booths. Permission is requested to serve wine samples from Lakeridge Winery. A motion was made by Council Member Norquist, seconded by Council Member Cole, and carried., unanimously to approve serving wine at Jenkins on May_ 14. CITY OF CLERMONT MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 12, 1994 PAGE 2 Lake County League of Cities Dinner City Manager Saunders stated the League of Cities "Sponsors Night" dinner is scheduled for April 27 and reservations need to be made as soon as possible by contacting Ann. Striping Equipment City Manager Saunders stated that they have begun ordering the new signage and have obtained quotes for striping the crosswalks in the Jaycee Beach area. The quotes received to contract the striping in the beach area total approximately $1,400. The cost to purchase a pavement striping machine is just under $1,500. The machine will be useful for future projects and re-striping needs. 94-050 A motion was made by Council Member Norquist, seconded by Co~tncil Member Ivey_ and carried unanimously to purchase a striping machine for a cost not to exceed $1,500. Parks & Recreation Board Appointment City Manager Saunders stated that Tom Coleman of Minneola has expressed interest in serving on the Parks & Recreation Board and non-residents have been allowed to serve on this Board in the past. Mayor Pool appointed Mr. Coleman to the Board. VISITORS WITH BUSINESS South Lake Memorial Hospital City Manager Saunders stated that South Lake Memorial Hospital is planning a "Block Party" at Center Lake on May 14 for Hospital employees to raise monies and enthusiasm for the new Hospital building fund. They are requesting a one-block street closing of 8th Street between Juniata and DeSoto Streets. CITY OF CLERMONT MINUTES' REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 12, 1994 PAGE 3 Jeanne Martel stated that the Hospital estimates between 250 and 300 people will attend and many of these people will need to cross 8th Street because of parking and restroom facilities. A motion was made by Council Member Norquist and seconded by Council Member Ivey. to deny. the street closing of 8th Street, but approve the use of Center Lake by the South Lake Memorial Hospital. After further discussion concerning traffic routing, this motion was rescinded by Council Member Norquist and remade, as follows: 94-051 A motion was made by Council Member Norquist, seconded by Council Member Ivey.. and carried unanimously to approve the street closing o_f 8th Street between Juniata and DeSoto Streets from 10:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. on May_ 14, 1994, with a provision that someone from the Ci~_ direct the placement of "Detour Signs" and the use of the Center Lake area for a "Block Party_ ". Robert T. Kennedy, Jr., Resolution #817 Mayor Pool stated that Mr. Kennedy is requesting a Conditional Use Permit to convert the existing building at 850 Montrose Street to a dry cleaners/laundry. He read Resolution//817 by title only and explained that the request requires a Quasi- Judicial hearing and that anyone wanting to speak in favor of or in opposition to the request needed to be sworn in. Delight Belgard, 19621 N. Highway 33, Groveland was sworn in by City Clerk Van Zile. Mayor Pool opened the Public Hearing. Mrs. Belgard stated her son, Robert Kennedy, Jr., requested approval of the Conditional Use Permit. City Manager Saunders stated that the property is zoned C-2 Commercial and has been utilized as a furniture sales and manufacturing facility and recently as a martial arts training facility. Staff is concerned with impact fees and has outlined in condition //10 that impact fees will be paid initially based on estimates and actual utility usage would be monitored over a three-year period to make any needed adjustment. The Planning and Zoning Commission and staff recommend approval with the conditions listed in the Resolution. CITY OF CLERMONT MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING APRH. 12, 1994 PAGE 4 Mayor Pool closed the Public Hearing. 94-052 After discussion, a motion was made by Council Member I~, seconded by Council Member Turville, and carried unanimously by roll call vote to adopt Resolution 817. UNFINISHED BUSINESS John R. Watson, Final Reading of Ordinance No. 265-M City Clerk Van Zile read Ordinance No. 265-M by title only. City Manager Saunders stated that John R. Watson is requesting that a platted alley be vacated which runs through his property located south of Seminole Street and west of 5th Street. The City would retain easements for ingress, egress and utilities. Mayor Pool stated that the request requires that a Quasi-Judicial hearing be held and that anyone wishing to speak in favor of or in opposition to the request needs to be sworn in. City Clerk Van Zile swore in the following: Jay Vander Meer John R. Watson 11125 Harder Road, Clermont, Florida 14016 Lake Tilden Blvd., Winter Garden, Florida Mayor Pool opened the Public Hearing. John Watson pointed out the location of the alley and the property he owns on a map and requested the alley be vacated. Jay Vander Meer stated that his daughter owns Lot 3, Herring Hooks Estate and they were concerned with lake access. It was explained that the proposed alley abandonment will not affect property on the lake side of the road and that the alley to be closed lies entirely on the upland side of the road. 94-053 A motion was made by Council Member Cole, seconded by Council Member Ivey, and carried unanimously by roll call vote to adopt Ordinance No, 265-M. CITY OF CLERMONT MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 12, 1994 PAGE 5 NEW BUSINESS Thompson/Homan Investment, Introduction of Ordinance 264-M City Manager Saunders stated that this is the introduction of Ordinance 264-M that would rezone Lots 5, 6, 7, and 9 of Lakeview Hts. Subdivision from R-2 Residential to R-3A Residential-Professional. The lots are located on Grand Highway in the area of Almond Street. 94-054 A motion was made by Council Member Cole and seconded by Council Member Turville to introduce Ordinance 264-M. Consultant Contract, Lake Minneola Waterfront Park Mayor Pool stated the consultant contract for Michael & Michael for the Lake Minneola Waterfront Project has been submitted for approval. City Manager Saunders stated the contract has been revised as the Council discussed at the last Workshop. 94-055 A motion was made by Council Member Norquist, seconded by Counci! Member Turville, and carried unanimously to approve the consultant contract with Michael & Michael for the Lake Minneola Waterfront Park for $26.500. MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS Above-Ground Pool Setbacks Mayor Pool stated that Debra Grimes was present, who has purchased an above- ground pool and found they did not have an area in their yard that would accommodate an above-ground pool according to our present setback requirements. Mrs. Grimes asked that the Council reconsider the setback requirements. She stated she surveyed surrounding cities and most-of them required a 5' setback from the property line. CITY OF CLERMONT MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 12, 1994 PAGE 6 Mayor Pool directed City staff to review the present ordinance with the Planning & Zoning Commission. Council Workshop Council Members agreed to hold a Council Workshop on Tuesday, April 19, at 7:00 p.m. at the City Hall conference room. There being no further business or discussion, the meeting adjourned at 8:29 p.m. Robert A. Pool, Mayor Attest: ,s~h'E. ~iler/(2ity Clerk