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05-14-1996 Regular Meeting CITY OF CLERMONT MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MAY 14, 1996 A regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Clermont was held Tuesday, May 14, 1996 in the Council Chambers at the Police Department. The meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m. by Mayor Pool with the following Council Members present: Mayor Pro Tem Norquist; Council Member Cole; Council Member Dupee, and Council Member Sargent. Other officials present were City Manager Saunders, City Attorney Baird, Finance Director Van Zile and Deputy City Clerk Whiflock. INVOCATION The Invocation was offered by Mayor Pro Tem Norquist followed by the repeating of The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag by all present. MINUTES The minutes of the Regular Council Meeting held April 23, 1996 were approved as presented. CITY MANAGER SAUNDERS' REPORT City Council Special Meeting and Workshop Meeting Council Members agreed to hold a Special meeting followed by a Workshop meeting on Tuesday, May 21 at 6:00 p.m. in the Conference Room at City Hall. Worker's Compensation Claim City Manager Saunders stated the insurance company that handles Worker's Compen- sation have reached a tentative cash settlement with Joseph Renya for $10,000. If the settlement is approved, no more payments will be made to Mr. Renya and he will be released as an employee of the City. He recommended approval of the offer. 96-106 A motion was made by Council Member Cole. seconded by Council Member Sargent, and carried unanimously to approve a $10,000 settlement to Joseph Renya for a Worker's Compensation claim. CITY OF CLERMONT MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MAY 14, 1996 Page 2 Christmas Display at Center Lake Ed Griffin of the Kiwanis Club of Clermont stated that for the past several years the Clermont Kiwanis Clubs have sponsored the Lighted Boat Parade on Lake Minneola. They are suggesting to replace that event with lighted Christmas displays located around Center Lake during the month of December. It can be coordinated with the Chamber of Commerce and an awards night could be coordinated with a Chamber event. Mr. Stockton, the Chamber Director also suggested that a cooperative event could be planned in association with the Downtown Association. Mr. Griffin asked if there were any objections to this proposal from the City Council. No objections were made by the Council, and the possibility of a street closure was discussed. Mr. Griffin stated they will continue planning the event and come back at a later date with a more formal proposal. South Lake Sports Organization City Manager Saunders stated that the Friends of South Lake have met with the City Parks and Recreation Commission several times. Both the Parks and Recreation Commission and the Friends of South Lake agree that it would be beneficial to all to organize a South Lake Sports Organization including Little League, Youth Football, Soccer, and Softball. The objective will be to develop a catalog of what is needed and how to meet those needs, and to develop a calendar. This will eliminate conflicts that now occur. The first step will be to establish a date for an initial meeting and send a letter from both the City and the Friends of South Lake inviting the different organizations. Council Member agreed to this proposal. Comprehensive Plan Amendment City Manager Saunders informed the Council that he received a letter from the Department of Community Affairs which stated they had completed their review of our Comprehensive Plan Amendment and had accepted it. The amendment meets the requirements of Chapter 163 and we are in compliance. CITY OF CLERMONT MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MAY 14, 1996 Page 3 CITY ATTORNEY BAIRD'S REPORT City Attorney Baird stated that a month or so ago Mr. John Watson requested a variance to the lot width requirement for Lot 11 of Dazzling Sunset Addition which is R-1-A residential. He has appealed the Council's decision to the Circuit Court in Lake County. Mr. Baird stated he respond to Mr. Watson's appeal and he will keep the Council informed. COUNCIL MEMBER DUPEE'S REPORT Council Member Dupee invited those present to the South Lake Chamber of Commerce breakfast at Jenkins Auditorium on May 17 at 7:30 a.m. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Annexation Agreement - Eayrs and Brockie City Manager Saunders stated this annexation agreement pertains to the following two ordinances concerning 16.3 acres located in the northeast corner of Jacks Lake. The owners have agreed that the property to be annexed under Ordinance 308-M be rezoned R-l, however, it will meet the R-1-A lot size requirements of 10,000 square feet. The front footage requirement at the building set-back line will be 80' which will be consistent to the nearby Northridge subdivision. 96-107 A motion was made by Council Member Dupee, seconded by Council Member Cole, and carried unanimously to approve the Eayrs and Brockie Annexation Agreement. Final Reading of Ordinance 308-M - Annexation of 16.3 acres City Manager Saunders stated that Ordinance 308-M will annex 16.3 acres located in the northeast corner of Jacks Lake. The previous annexation agreement pertains to this property. CITY OF CLERMONT MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MAY 14, 1996 Page 4 Mayor Pool read Ordinance 308-M by title only and stated that the request requires that a Quasi-Judicial heating be held and that anyone wishing to speak in favor of or in opposition to the request must be sworn in. No one asked to be sworn in. 96-108 A motion was made by Council Member Cole, seconded by Council Member Sargent, and carried unanimously by roll call vote to adopt Ordinance $08-M. Final Reading of Ordinance 309-M - Rezone of 16.3 acres City Manager Saunders stated that Ordinance 309-M will rezone the property just annexed by Ordinance No. 308-M from UE Urban Residential to R-1. Mayor Pool read Ordinance 309-M by title only and stated that the request requires that a Quasi- Judicial heating be held and that anyone wishing to speak in favor of or in opposition to the request must be sworn in. No one asked to be sworn in. 9 A motion was made by Council Member Sargent, seconded by Council Member Cole, and carried unanimously by roll call vote to adopt Ordinance 309-M. NEW BUSINESS Neighborhood Center Winnie Patterson presented a diagram of the interior of 630 W. DeSoto Street, showing the proposed setup of the Neighborhood Center. City Manager Saunders stated that the Fire Department also needs office space. The Fire Department currently uses an area in the back of the fire truck garage area which is not air conditioned and is inadequate. Fire Chief Bishop stated they would like to use the corner room of 630 W. DeSoto Street which has a separate entrance, although that room is quite small and would be inadequate. CITY OF CLERMONT MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MAY 14, 1996 Page $ Mrs. Patterson explained that the entire building at 630 W. DeSoto Street is needed for the Neighborhood Center and additionally, they need an on-site storage building. The BonJorn Building on the corner of 7th and DeSoto was discussed as a possible location for the Fire Department. City Manager Saunders explained that the building is not available to the City until October and in about one year, it was planned to demolish the building for a parking lot. The building that the Neighborhood Center presently uses (the old City barn) was discussed which includes a bay that can be used for the fire truck that is currently being bid. Chief Bishop will look at the building. Mayor Pool stated that the needs of the Fire Department will be kept in mind during the current Budget Workshops and they will not be forgotten. 96-120 A mort'on was made by Council Member Norquist. seconded by Council Member Sargent, and carried unanimously to approve the Neighborhood Center the use of the building located at 630 W. DeSoto Street. Lake Enhancement Grant City Manager Saunders stated that several months ago the City applied to Lake County Water Authority for a Lake Enhancement Grant. We will receive $210,000 for Phase 1 of the stormwater project in the Central Business District which will eliminate direct runoff into Lake Minneola and provide for enlargement of the retention area so businesses would not be required to use their property for retention areas. Mayor Pool asked that a letter of appreciation be sent. 96-11 A motion was made by Council Member Cole, seconded by Council Member Dupee, and carried unanimously to accept the $210,000 grant from Lake County Water Authority for Phase 1 of the Central Business District storm water district. CITY OF CLERMONT MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MAY 14, 1996 Page 6 Introduction of Ordinance No. 311-M City Manager Saunders stated that the applicant is requesting the rezoning of Lot 1, Lakeview Heights Subdivision from R-3-A Residential/Professional to C-2 General Commercial. This property is located north of Highway 50 and lies on the west side of Grand Highway. Mayor Pool read Ordinance 311-M by title only and stated it was for introduction with the final reading to be May 28. 96-11~2' A motion was made by Council Member Sargent and seconded by Council Member Dupee to introduce Ordinance 311-M. Clermont Waterfront Park City Manager Saunders stated that two meetings had been held with a local contractor for the construction of the pavilion and restroom facilities at the Clermont Waterfront Park. An agreement will be presented to the Council at the May 21 Special Meeting. Lake County League of Cities Sponsors Night City Manager Saunders stated that the annual League of Cities Sponsors night is May 29 and Council Members should contact Ann by May 24. There being no further business or discussion, the meeting adjourned at 8:22 p.m. Attest: Robert A. Pool, Mayor City Clerk