02-10-1998 Regular Meeting CITY OF CLERMONT
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FEBRUARY 10, 1998
A regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Clermont was held Tuesday,
February 10, 1998 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: Council Member Cole, Council Member Wolfe, Council Member Brown, and
Council Member Norquist. Other City officials present were City Manager Saunders~
and Clerk Beasley.
INVOCATION
The Invocation was offered by Dr. Joseph Wright followed by the repeating of The
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag by all present.
MINUTES
The minutes of the regular Council Meeting held January 27, 1998, Special Council
Meeting held January 26, 1998 and Workshop Meeting held December 18, 1997 were
approved as presented.
CITY MANAGER SAUNDERS' REPORT
Utilities, Inc. vs. City of Clermont
City Manager Saunders stated that Mr. Jacob Varn has been the City's attorney in
regard to the Utilities, Inc. vs. City of Clermont. Mr. Varn is leaving the law firm of
Steel, Hector and Davis and joining a firm named Fowler, Black, Gill and Boggs. The
City has an option to stay with his old fm-n or transfer to the new firm.
98-054
A motion was made by Council Member Brown, seconded by Council
Member Cole, and carried unanimously to transfer the Utilities, Inc. vs.
Ci~ of Clermont file to the firm of Fowler, Black, Gill and Boggs in
Tallahassee.
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Lake County 20-20 Multi-Modal Long Range TransportationPlan and Study Team
City Manager Saunders stated that the County is requesting each City appoint a staff
member to a Lake County 20-20 Multi-Modal Long-Range Transportation Plan and
Transit Development Plan Study Team which will look at long-range planning for
transportation and transit systems throughout Lake County. This study team will meet
for the next several months and he recommended that Planning Director Harker be
appointed to the team.
98-055
A motion was made by Council Member Norquist, seconded by Council
Member Cole and carried unanimously to appoint Planning Director
Harker to the Lake Count. 20-20 Multi-Modal Long Range Transportation
Plan and Transit Development Plan Study Team.
Sewer Main Oversizing
City Manager Saunders stated that Lennar Homes for the Kings Ridge Development
will be installing sewer lines from Hartwood-Marsh Road along the new Hancock Road
right-of-way north to the new sewage treatment plant. He recommended oversizing
the line at this time to handle any future development. He reviewed breakdowns for the
different types of lines that are proposed.
98-056
A motion was made by Council Member Cole, seconded by Council
Member Wolfe, and carried unanimously to approve the oversizing of the
sewer lines along the Hancock Road right-of-way for approximately
$107,500 that may be paid by impact fee credit to Lennar Homes.
Workshop
Council Members agreed to hold a Workshop Meeting to review the potential Walmart
on Wednesday, February 18 at 6:00 p.m. at the Council Chambers in the Police
Department.
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MAYOR POOL'S REPORT
Mayor Pool reported that the South Lake Council For the Arts is presenting a
production by the Moonlight Players entitled Man of LaMancha at Jenkins Auditorium
from February 6 to March 1.
COUNCIL MEMBER WOLFE'S REPORT
Council Member Wolfe reported that the Lincoln Park Task Force Committee held
Wednesday, February 4 elected Willie Montgomery as Chairman. Mr. Ron Jones was
elected Vice Chairman and Doreathe Cole was elected Secretary. Many concerns were
expressed on security concerns. Input was received regarding recreational
improvements desired for the park and will be provided to the Park and Recreation
Committee meeting to be held on February 11 at the Clermont Elementary School.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
City Manager Saunders stated that the appointment of Mayor Pro Tem for 1998 was
postponed from the previous meeting. The City Charter required that the Council
appoint a Mayor Pro Tem to act as Mayor during the absence or disability of the Mayor
and is responsible for the invocation.
98-057
A motion was made by Council Member Wolfe, seconded by Council
Member Brown and defeated three to two with Council Members
Norquist, Cole, and Mayor Pool voting nay. to appoint Council Member
Brown as Mayor Pro Tern for 1998.
98-058
A motion was made by Council Member Cole, seconded by Council
Member Norquist and carried three to two with Council Members Wolfe
and Brown voting nay to appoint Council Member Norquist as Mayor Pro
Tern for 1998.
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VISITORS WITH BUSINESS
Indian Shores - Variance Request
City Manager Saunders stated the applicant is requesting a variance to the side yard set
back on corner lots to allow a 20' setback rather than the required 35' setback for
specific lots within the Indian Shores Subdivision. Mayor Pool stated that a Quasi-
Judicial hearing is required for this request, and that anyone wishing to speak in favor
of or in opposition to the request should be sworn in. Clerk Beasley swore in the
following:
Sophia Langley
Mark Kinchla
Gary Kokaisel
10239 Thompson Place, Clermont
1630 12~h Street, Clermont
1416 W. Lake Shore Drive, Clermont
Sophia Langley stated she represented Mark Kinchla for Indian Shores. She presented
a diagram indicating the need for the variance.
City Manager Saunders explained that after the Indian Shores Subdivision received
approval of the preliminary plan, but before they actually received final approval, the
new Land Development Regulations were adopted which changed setback requirements
on comer lots. They were caught in the middle so there is cause to consider giving
some relief on the lots. The new regulations require a larger setback on a corner lot
than the old regulations and in order to accommodate a larger setback, a comer lot is
required to be a wider lot.
City Manager Saunders entered a letter into the record from Mr. Gary Kokaisel
Mr. Kokaisel stated he is concerned that the 20' side will include a sidewalk and a fence
which will be right on top of the sidewalk which will give a very condensed look and
would be objectionable. Mark Kinchla stated there if a fence is desired, approval must
be first obtained from the architectural review committee that is part of the covenant's
deeds and restrictions for the subdivision.
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98-059
A motion was made by Council Member Wolfe, seconded by Council
Member Brown, and carried unanimously to approve the variance of 20'
side yard rather than 35'for lots Lots 1, 32, 33, 38, 39, 44, 45, 50, 51,
56,57,62,63,&68.
Citrus Tower - Variance Request
City Manager Saunders stated that the applicant is requesting a variance to our Open
Air Sales Ordinance to allow one Open Air Sales per month whereas our Ordinance
allows only one per year. Last year the City Council granted a similar variance which
allowed this property to have a total of six open air permits for the remainder of the
year which was in effect one per month. Mayor Pool stated that a Quasi-Judicial
hearing is required for this request, and that anyone wishing to speak in favor of or in
opposition to the request should be sworn in. Clerk Beasley swore in the following:
Greg Homan
Don Harris
141 N. Highway 27, Clermont
612 Grand Highway, Clermont
Mr. Greg Homan stated his request is the same as last year in that the Citrus Tower is a
unique property and has the capability of holding open air sales for car shows, boat
shows, etc. The ordinance only allows one per year. Mr. Homart stated that last
summer that the Council granted six and he is requesting a variance for this year.
City Manager Saunders stated that last year the staff recommendation was for approval
with the request that the property owner submit an overall plan for the site through the
Planned Unit Development process which would include a request for additional Open
Air Sales. It was recognized during last year's variance hearing that this is a unique
parcel which was considered in the granting of the variance. Staff again recommends
that an overall plan should be developed for the site and possibly some temporary
additional open air sales until the planning is done.
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Mr. Don Harris stated he lived near the Citrus Tower and that he supported the
request. Mayor Pool stated that Mr. Don P. Adams, a nearby property owner, has
relayed to staff that the Citrus Tower should abide by current City regulations.
98-060' ' A motion was made by Council Member Cole, Mayor Pool passed the
gavel to Mayor Pro Tern Norquist and seconded the motion. The motion
was carried unanimously to approve six additional 3-day maximum Open
Air Sales for the Citrus Tower for 1998.
Safe-T-Storage - Resolution No. 989
City Manager Saunders stated that the applicant is requesting an amendment to their
Conditional Use Permit to allow a solid concrete perimeter wall. Mayor Pool read
Resolution No. 989 by title only and stated that a Quasi-Judicial hearing is required for
this request, and that anyone wishing to speak in favor of or in opposition to the request
should be sworn in. Clerk Beasley swore in the following:
Bob Thompson
Don Burris
1958 Brantley Circle, Clermont
1479 10~ Street, Clermont
City Manager Saunders stated that an amendment is requested to Resolution No. 945
for the mini-warehouses recently constructed on U.S. 27 south of S.R. 50. The
original Conditional Use Permit specifically required a perimeter wall that would be a
combination concrete block and wrought iron decorative wall. The applicant is
requesting they be allowed to construct a solid concrete perimeter wall without the
wrought iron. He stated that the wall has already been constructed and this request is
after the fact. The type of wall that was specified was strictly for aesthetics and the
staff has no opposition to the change in the type of wall requested and recommends
approval of the request. Staff recommends approval.
Mayor Pool closed the public hearing.
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98-061
A motion was made by Council Member Cole, seconded by Council
Member Norquist and carried unanimously by roll call vote to adopt
Resolution No. 989.
Safe-T-Storage - Variance
City Manager Saunders stated that the applicant is requesting a variance to the City's
height limitation for a wall. Mayor Pool stated that a Quasi-Judicial hearing is required
for this request, and that anyone wishing to speak in favor of or in opposition to the
request should be sworn in. Clerk Beasley swore in the following:
Don Burris
Bob Thompson
1475 10th Street, Clermont
1958 Brantley Circle, Clermont
Bob Thompson stated that because of elevation problems, they are asking for a variance
from 6' to 9' height for the perimeter wall. The contractor apparently looked at the
design in reverse and rather than the final grade as shown which provides for the 6'
wall on the exterior of the site and a 9' wall on the interior which would be allowed,
the wall was reversed with 6' interior and 9' exterior on the south side. The lower 2-
3' is actually a retaining wall and will be obscured by a landscape hedge.
Don Burris requested that the variance be denied. He stated they denied Marina Cove
and a neighbor was required to saw off 6" of fence that was over the height limit.
City Manager Saunders stated that our Code restricts walls to a maximum of 6'. The
request is for a wall that would be 9' tall which is located along the southern end of the
mini-warehouses that have been constructed on U.S. 27. Due to the location of this
wall being adjacent to the storm water area, the existing topography inside and outside
of the wall, and the fact that the wall will not be directly abutting additional
development, staff recommends approval of the request.
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Council Member Norquist stated that because of the topography of the area, staff
should develop new retaining wall/perimeter fence specifications.
98-062
A motion was made by Council Member Norquist, seconded by Council
Member Brown, and carried unanimous(v to approve the 9'fence height
variance for the Sate-T-Storage located on the west side of U.S. 27, south
of S.R. 50.
Time Warner - Resolution 993
Mayor Pool stated that Time Warner Communications is reorganizing the ownership
structure of several franchises and is transferring Cablevision Industries of Central
Florida which provides cable service to Clermont to an entity called Time Warner
Entertainment-Advance/Newhouse Partnership (TWEAN). Mayor Pool read
Resolution No. 993 by title only.
Linda Shafer, Director of Operations for Time Warner Communications stated that
about two years ago the transfer of the control of the franchise went from Cablevision
Industries to Time Warner Communications and this will change the actual name on the
franchise. City Manager Saunders stated that Resolution No. 993 will accomplish the
name change and transfer requested. Staff recommends approval.
98-063
A motion was made by Council Member Wolfe, seconded by Council
Member Cole, and carried unanimously by roll call vote to adopt
Resolution 993.
Introduction of Ordinance 341-M
City Manager Saunders stated that DisposAll, Inc. is requesting a non-exclusive
commercial garbage franchise with the City. This is for introduction only, and
Ordinance 341-M will be presented to the Council for a public hearing and fmal
adoption on March 10. Mayor Pool Read Ordinance 341-M by title only.
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98-064
A motion was made by Council Member Cole, seconded by Council
Member Norquist and carried unanimously to introduce Ordinance No.
341-M.
Introduction of Ordinance 286-C
City Manager Saunders stated that Ordinance 286-C is for introduction only and will
amend Ordinance 195-C regarding the City's contribution to the Defined Contribution
Plan and was recommended Pension Committee. Mayor Pool read Ordinance 286-C by
title only and stated the public hearing will be held on March 10, 1998.
98-065
A motion was made by Council Member Norquist, seconded by Council
Member Cole, and carried unanimously to introduce Ordinance 286-C.
Optional Gas Tax - Resolution 994
City Manager Saunders stated Resolution 994 declares the Council's support of Lake
County League of Cities' position on the distribution of the local option gas tax that is
levied by Lake County. Currently there are three different formulas for distribution
based on the 1st and 2nd, 3rd and 44, and 5m and 6m cents tax that has been levied by the
County. The request is proposing one formula for all six cents that will be more equit-
able for the cities and the County. Mayor Pool read Resolution No.994 by title only.
98-066
A motion was made by Council Member, seconded by Council Member
and carried unanimously to adopt Resolution 994.
Change Order//2 - Sunshine Building and Development
City Manager Saunders stated that Change Order//2 will extend the contract time for
30 days for Sunshine Building and Development. He recommended approval due to a
delay in receiving and approving the shop drawings for some of the materials. The
contractor has worked closely with us to complete this project.
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98-067
A motion was made by Council Member Wolfe and seconded by Council
Member Cole and carried unanimously to approve Change Order #2 to
extend the contract time for 30 days for Sunshine Building and
Development for Lift Stations E-2 and E-3.
Change Order #4 - Sunshine Building and Development
City Manager Saunders stated that Change Order No. 4 will reduce the contract price
by $2,051.20. The reduction is due to the deletion of a concrete driveway and
sidewalks at Lift Stations E-2 and E-3. These items were not needed and will save the
City $2,051.
98-068
A motion was made by Council Member Cole, seconded by Council
Member Brown, and carried unanimously to approve Change Order #4 to
recude the contract price by $2,051.20for concrete work at Lift Stations
E-2 and E-3.
Property Purchase
City Manger Saunders stated an appraisal has been done on the western piece of the
Ellrodt property located on Minneola Avenue in the amount of $30,000. This property
is needed for the proposed access road to the boat ramp site. He recommended that an
offer be made to Mr. Ellrodt in the amount of $30,000 for the purchase of this
property.
Council Member Wolfe was opposed to the purchase of the property for boat ramp
access because it is a waste of a beautiful lakefront property. Mayor Pool and Council
Member Brown stated that access should be provided for the lakefront property,
whether it is used for a boat ramp or not.
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Council Member Norquist questioned whether a Council Member should vote if they
would benefit from a commission on the sale of the property. City Attorney Baird
stated that the Council Member must decide that issue himself.
98-069
A motion was made by Council Member Cole, seconded by Council
Member Norquist and carried four to one with Council Member Wolfe
voting nay. to approve an offer of purchase of $30, O00 for the western
piece of the Ellrodt proper~ located on Minneola Avenue.
There being no further business or discussion, the meeting adjourned at 9:15 p.m.
Attest:
~osep~Clerk