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06-24-1997 Regular Meeting CITY OF CLERMONT MINWFES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JUNE 24, 1997 A regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Clermont was held Tuesday, June 24, 1997 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 Dupee, Council Member Cole, and Council Member Sargent and Council Member Norquist. Other City officials present were City Manager Saunders, Finance Director Van Zile, Planning Director Harker and Deputy City Clerk Whitlock. INVOCATION The Invocation was offered by Council Member 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 June 10, 1997 were approved as presented. CITY MANAGER SAUNDERS' REPORT Florida League of Cities City Manager Saunders stated the annual League of Cities conference is August 21-23. The League requires that delegate be designated in order to vote at the convention. §72 i.t 1 A motion was made by Council Member Cole, seconded by Council Member Sargent, and carried unanimously to designate Council Member Dupee as the voting delegate at the annual Florida League of Cities. Hunter's Trace Commercial Center - Plat Approval City Manager Saunders stated that the plat includes three lots on the old Drive-In property south of S.R. 50, west of Hwy. 27. The plat was reviewed by the Council at a previous Workshop and no changes have been made. He recommended approval. CITY OF CLERMONT MINI/rES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JUNE 24, 1997 Page 2 97-112 A motion was made by Council Member Sargent, seconded by Council Member Dupee, and carried unanimously to approve the Hunter's Trace Commercial Center plat. Florida Recreation Development Assistance Program Grant City Manager Saunders stated the City received notification from the Department of Environmental Protection that they approved a $100,000 FRDAP (Florida Recreation Development Assistance Program) grant for the Clermont Waterfront Park, Phase II. Phase II includes renovation of the existing picnic pavilion, a multi-use trail from the north end of East Avenue, south to the Clermont Middle School, a small fishing pier at the end of 8th Street, a boat dock, and grass parking between 4th and 5th Streets. The grant requires formal approval. 97-113 A motion was made by Council Member Cole, seconded by Council Member Dupee, and carried unanimously to accept the $100,000 FRDAP grant for the Clermont Wate_rfront Park, Phase II. Fork-Lift Attachment Purchase City Manager Saunders stated that $7,500 was included in this year's budget for a recycling conveyor for handling aluminum and steel cans. That equipment is no longer needed, however, an attachment to the fork lift that will dump the large white recycling bin crates now requiring manual loading/unloading can be purchased for $6,300. He recommended purchase of the fork lift attachment. 97-114 A motion was made by Council Member Sargent, seconded by Council Member Cole, and carried unanimously to purchase a _fork lift attachment for $6,300. CITY OF CLERMONT MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JUNE 24, 1997 Page 3 Dole Property Access City Manager Saunders requested approval to obtain an appraisal of the property lying east of West Lake that will provide access to the Dole property which was recently purchased by the City. 97-115 A motion was made by Council Member Cole, seconded by Council Member Dupee, and carried unanimously authorizing an appraisal of the property_ lying east of West Lake. COUNCIL MEMBER DUPEE'S REPORT Lake County League of Cities Council Member Dupee stated that at the last League of Cities meeting the County Recreation Capital Improvement grant was discussed where the County receives Capital Improvement monies and distributes $200,000 for recreation projects among various cities in the County. She suggested sending a letter to County Commissioners asking them to renew that funding. Council Members asked that City Manager Saunders send a letter to the County Commissioners to support renewal of the grant. Council Member Dupee announced a South Lake Area Chamber of Commerce breakfast, 7:30 a.m. July 18 at Jenkins Auditorium. VISITORS WITH BUSINESS Safe-T-Storage - Variance Request City Manager Saunders stated that the applicant is requesting a variance to our 200' hose lay requirement for fire hydrants for their proposed safety storage building to be located on the west side of Highway 27 south of Hook Street. 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 must be sworn in. CITY OF CLERMONT MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JUNE 24, 1997 Page 4 Bob Thompson, 1958 Brantley Circle, Clermont and Rick McCoy, 713 W. Montrose Street, Clermont were sworn in by Deputy City Clerk Whitlock. Bob Thompson requested a variance to eliminate one of the required fire hydrants on the back side of the buildings. Rick McCoy stated the request is practical in that there will be sufficient fire hydrants without locating one on the back side. City Manager Saunders stated that ordinance requires that fire hydrants be placed so as not to exceed a 200' hose lay which would require a hydrant to be located in the rear of the three large storage buildings included in this project. He stated that Chief Bishop and Assistant Fire Chief Anderson reviewed the site plan and recommend approval of the request stating that the remaining hydrants will be adequate. Staff recommends approval of the request. Mayor Pool closed the public hearing. 97-116 A motion was made kY Council Member Cole, seconded bY Council Member Sargent, and carried unanimously to approve the variance to eliminate one fire hydrant located on the back side o_f the storage buildings to be located on the west side of Highway 27 south o_f Hook Street. Citrus Tower - Variance Request City Manager Saunders stated that the applicant is requesting a variance to our Code that allows only one open air permit per year. 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 must be sworn in. Mr. Greg Homan, 20570 Sugar Loaf Mt., Clermont, and Henry Furman, 8 Cypress Drive, Eustis were sworn in by Deputy City Clerk Whitlock. Greg Homan stated that it is in everyone's best interest to be involved with events at the Citrus Tower. They held an RV show in the spring and were informed only one show is allowed per year. He stated all the neighboring businesses have given their CITY OF CLERMONT MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JUNE 24, 1997 Page 5 support. He stated the recommended Planned Unit Development is too long a process. He requested a temporary variance to proceed with other open air sales provided all similar businesses in South Lake County are also invited to participate. Henry Furman stated he is employed by WKFL radio with an office located at the Citrus Tower. He stated the ratio station is located in Bushnell and he uses his office as a remote studio only. He requested a variance be granted to allow additional shows at the Citrus Tower. City Manager Saunders stated that Mr. Homan is requesting an unlimited open air sales permit for the Citrus Tower property. He stated that granting an unlimited open air sales permit would not be in the best interest of the community or other established businesses in the area. If granted, this would allow a continuous open air sales of any type throughout the year in the Citrus Tower parking lots. He stated that staff recommends a Conditional Use Permit for a Planned Unit Development that would address the specific plans for the utilization of the property, with conditions outlined to suit the Council. City Attorney Baird stated that the Council may grant a specific number of additional open air sales permits. City Manager Saunders stated that an open air sales permit is not required for any show without sales such as an antique car show. Mr. Homan stated that six shows would be sufficient for this year. 97-117 A considerable discussion, a motion was made by Council Member Cole, seconded bY Council Member Sargent, and carried unanimously to grant six additional 3-day open air sales permits before December 31, 1997 to the Citrus Tower or until a Planned Unit Development is obtained provided they_ invite similar South Lake businesses. CITY OF CLERMONT MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JUNE 24, 1997 Page 6 Ralph King - Resolution 953 City Manager Saunders stated that the applicants are requesting a Conditional Use Permit to allow the operation of a Montessori school for grades 1-6 on Lot 2 of Clermont Commons Business Park. Mayor Pool read Resolution 953 by title only and 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 must be sworn in. Deputy City Clerk Whitlock swore in the following: Ralph King Rita King Mary Ellen Willis 14715 Green Valley Blvd., Clermont 14715 Green Valley Blvd., Clermont 1112 W. Main Street, Leesburg Ralph King stated he is asking for approval to operate the school in this location for one year only until a permanent site is located. He stated the maximum number of students will be 20. They have permission to use a adjoining field for a play area. City Manager Saunders stated that the Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the request with the conditions as outlined in Resolution 953 which is a one year temporary permit. The staff also recommends approval with conditions as outlined. Mayor Pool closed the public hearing. 97-118 A motion was made by Council Member Dupee, seconded by Council Member Sargent, and carried unanimously by roll call vote to adopt Resolution 953. South Lake Presbyterian Church - Resolution No. 954 City Manager Saunders stated the applicants are requesting a Conditional Use Permit for an expansion of their church located at 131 Chestnut Street. They are proposing to construct a 2100 square foot addition to be located between the existing sanctuary and the existing fellowship hall. CITY OF CLERMONT MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JUNE 24, 1997 Page 7 Mayor Pool read Resolution No. 954 by title only and 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 must be sworn in. Deputy City Clerk Whitlock swore in Rick McCoy, 713 W. Montrose Street, Clermont. Rick McCoy stated that he is a member of the South Lake Presbyterian Church and the President of the Board of Directors. They have been working on the project for the last couple of years. He stated that the Board has asked him to request additional considerations tonight which include eliminating a sidewalk on Linden Street and eliminating the landscape buffer since a portion of the parking lot would need to be torn up. City Manager Saunders stated that staff has not been asked to review these requests. He suggested tabling the request until it could be reviewed. Mayor Pool closed the public hearing. 97-119 A motion was made by Council Member Cole, seconded by Council Member Dupee, and carried unanimously to table Resolution 954 until the July 11, 1997 meeting. New Life Presbyterian Church - Resolution No. 955 City Manager Saunders stated that the applicants are requesting a Conditional Use Permit to utilize the Women's Club property located at 655 Broome Street for church purposes. Mayor Pool read Resolution 955 by title only and 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 must be sworn in. Deputy City Clerk Whitlock swore in Donald Mountain, 9030 Village Green Blvd., Clermont. Don Mountain requested use of the Women's Club facility at 655 Broome Street for one year while a permanent location is found. He stated they have 40 members and the Methodist Church has agreed to allow use of their adjoining parking lot. CITY OF CLERMONT MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JUNE 24, 1997 Page 8 City Manager Saunders stated that the Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the use. Staff also recommends approval. Mayor Pool closed the public hearing. 97-120 A motion was made by Council Member Cole, seconded by Council Member Sargent, and carried unanimously by roll call vote to adopt Resolution 955. Bon Jorn Realty - Resolution 956 City Manager Saunders stated the applicant is requesting an amendment to their existing Conditional Use Permit for their property located at 857 Minnehaha Avenue zoned C-2 commercial. Mayor Pool read Resolution 956 by title only and 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 must be sworn in. Deputy City Clerk Whitlock swore in the following: Don Harris Pam Bon Jorn Bill Gampher 612 Grand Highway, Clermont 380 Lake Shore Drive, Clermont 8230 Lake Nellie Road, Clermont City Manager Saunders stated that the property is currently operated under a Conditional Use Permit granted by Resolution 896 approved in January of 1996 which allows personal services, professional offices, car and boat sales, and snack bar. This amendment would additionally allow a small firearms retail business. Don Harris stated he was concerned about this type of sales in other areas of Clermont. City Manager Saunders stated the Planning and Zoning Commission has recommended approval and staff recommends approval with the conditions outlined in Resolution 956. Mayor Pool closed the public hearing. CITY OF CLERMONT MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JUNE 24, 1997 Page 9 97-121 A motion was made by Council Member Sargent, seconded by Council Member Cole, and carried unanimously by roll call vote to adopt Resolution 956. Raj Saxena - Resolution 957 City Manager Saunders stated that the applicants are requesting a Conditional Use Permit for the development of a professional office on the northeast corner of Highland Avenue and Drew Street which is zoned R-3A and allows this type of use as a conditional use. Mayor Pool read Resolution 957 by title only and 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 must be sworn in. Deputy City Clerk Whitlock swore in the following: Thomas Knight Raj Saxena 221 N. U.S. 27, Clermont 835 7th Street, Clermont Tom Knight questioned one of the conditions regarding ingress and egress on the Drew Street right of way. He stated his map shows the street along the westerly property line to be Hibiscus Street, not Drew Street, and they would like to request up to three parking spaces on that right of way. City Manager Saunders stated if the request is for additional parking, not part of the required parking, he did not have any objections. Condition//7 could be amended to read that up to three additional parking spaces may be constructed at the northerly end of the right-of-way. He stated there is an existing professional office driveway on the west 15' or so of the right-of-way for the adjoining professional office. Staff will encourage construction of a one-lane entrance driveway with the existing driveway to be used as an exit. Mayor Pool closed the public hearing. CITY OF CLERMONT MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JUNE 24, 1997 Page 10 97-122 A motion was made by Council Member Cole, seconded bY Council Member Dupee, and carried unanimously by roll call vote to adopt Resolution 957, amending #7 adding that three additional parking spaces may_ be constructed at the north end of the Drew Street right-of-way. NEW BUSINESS Change Order - Southland Construction, East Avenue/Osceola Street City Manager Saunders stated approval is requested for Change Order 1 to Southland Construction for the construction of East Avenue and Osceola Street. The Change Order totals $8,912.18. The majority of the changes were due to modification of a waterline along Osceola Street that was not anticipated until the work commenced. He also recommended an additional 20 days on the contract for the additional work. 97-123 A motion was made by Council Member Cole, seconded by Council Member Sargent, and carried unanimously to approve Change Order #1 to Southland Construction in the amount of $8,912.18 and 20 additional days for the construction of East Avenue and Osceola Street. Change Order - DeWitt Excavating, Sewer Line Extension on S.R. 50 City Manager Saunders stated approval is requested for Change Order 1 for $34,156.23 to DeWitt Excavating for sewer line extensions on S.R. 50 from the E-4 lift station west to the pavement end of Hook Street. 97-124 A motion was made by Council Member Cole, seconded by Council Member Dupee, and carried unanimously to approve Change Order #1 in the amount of $34,156.23 to DeWitt Excavating for sewer line extensions on S.R. 50. CITY OF CLERMONT MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING .JUNE 24, 1997 Page 11 Telecommunication Tower Locations City Manager Saunders stated that several weeks ago the Council asked staff to look at the regulations regarding telecommunication towers. The League of Cities and the International City Manager's Association, along with other organizations, have been providing information regarding the location of new towers to accommodate the industry. Many cities and counties are currently working on ordinances to control the location of towers and sharing their information. He recommended that the City of Clermont follow the lead of several other cities and counties and declare a moratorium on the location of the towers until an ordinance addressing this issue can be developed and adopted which will take several months. City Attorney Baird has researched the issue and has indicated that a moratorium can be placed by the Council by a majority vote at this time. 97-125 A motion was made by Council Member Dupee, seconded by Council Member Cole, and carried unanimously to declare a moratorium on new telecommunication towers until an ordinance can be placed on the agenda. There being no further business or discussion, the meeting adjourned at 8:50 p.m. Robert A. Pool, Mayor Attest: ,//' p.E. Vfffi Zile,' City Clerk