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07.13.2021 - City Council MinutesCity of Clermont MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING July 13, 2021 CALL TO ORDER The City Council met in a regular meeting on Tuesday, July 13, 2021 in the Clermont City Council Chambers. Mayor Murry called the meeting to order at 6:30 pm with the following Council Members present: Council Members Entsuah and Purvis. Absent: Council Members Pines and Bates. Other City officials present were Interim City Manager Dauderis, City Attorney Mantzaris, and City Clerk Howe. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE A moment of silence was observed in place of an invocation followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. OPENING COMMENTS Interim City Manager Dauderis informed the Council that Item 7 variance request had been withdrawn by the applicant. PROCLAMATIONS Mayor Murry read a summary of the Parks and Recreation month proclamation. PRESENTATIONS Florida Leagme of Cities Youth Council Award Eryn Russell and Shawanda Barnette with the Florida League of Cities (FLC) presented the 2021 FLC Community Service award to the Clermont Youth Council. Youth Council Member Mary Landaberde was present to accept. She thanked the FLC, Communications Director Kathryn Deen, Communications Assistant Jennifer Klutz and City Clerk Tracy Howe. She told the Council that the project took longer than expected due to the Covid-19 pandemic. They have decided to pass along the prize money to the incoming Youth Council so they can have opportunities for projects as well. PUBLIC COMMENTS Charlene Forth, 939 W. Desoto Street, Clermont — Reminded the Council of the rules of procedure. Randy Everdeen, Woodward Court, Clermont — Expressed appreciation to the Clermont Police Department for their assistance in regards to the competitive race held this past weekend. Daniel Luna, Owner, Clermont Crocs — Wished to introduce himself to the Council. He and his three (3) brothers purchased a franchise in the Florida Basketball Association. He gave a jersey to the City Council. REPORTS INTERIM CITY MANAGER REPORT Interim City Manager Dauderis recapped the June 30 goal setting retreat and informed the public that the Council's top five (5) priorities are posted on the City website. City of Clermont. MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING July 13, 2021 She thanked staff for a great July 4" event including Public Services, Police, Fire Department and Parks and Recreation. They are estimating that they had an attendance of 15,000. She informed the Council of upcoming meetings: • Budget workshops are scheduled for July 20 and July 21 at 6:30pm; • A Special Meeting is scheduled for July 26 at 6:30 PM to discuss the City Manager recruitment; • A Regular City Council meeting will be held on July 27; • A joint workshop of the City Council and the Planning & Zoning Board is scheduled for August 3 from 4:00-6:00 pm in the Council Chambers. Interim City Manager Dauderis concluded by informing the Council that the Lake County Board of County Commissioners had reviewed the suggested road names for the new parkway in Wellness Way and decided to move forward with Ray Goodgame Parkway. CITY ATTORNEY REPORT City Attorney Mantzaris provided an update on the City Manager recruitment process. The application window closed on July 5 and the applications are currently being reviewed by the City's consultant. The July 26 meeting will be the first of a series of review meetings at which the consultant will provide a presentation to the Council so the candidates can be whittled down. The consultant is currently reviewing applications for minimum qualifications, they are hoping to narrow it down to around 40 applicants. The following level will be about 10 to 12 candidates after the July 26 meeting. City Attorney Mantzaris asked for direction from the Council as to whether they would like to see the applications of all those who submitted. The Council gave a consensus that they would like to see all the applications. City Attorney Mantzaris clarified for the Council that the July 26 meeting is being set as a special meeting as it will require the Council to take a vote. CITY COUNCIL REPORT Council Member Purvis — No report. Council Member Entsuah — • Thanked staff for the retreat. He found that it was helpful and productive. • Met with Diane Kornegay, Superintendant of Lake County Schools. He asked if the Council would be willing hear updates from the school board similar to how Chairman Parks from the County Board comes monthly. Regarding Lake County Schools, the Council provided a consensus that they would be open to hearing a quarterly update from the School Board. Interim City Manager Dauderis stated that staff will reach out to the school board to make arrangements. Mayor Murry — • Expressed appreciation for the retreat. He felt it was beneficial, and would like to see the Council do it annually. • Thanked staff for their storm preparation efforts for Hurricane Elsa even though it avoided the area. City of Clermont MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING July 13, 2021 Attended the Fourth of July event and felt that it was successful with a great turnout. Thanked city staff. He will be participating in a dance competition next weekend at the Arts & Recreation Center. Donations will go towards education. CONSENT AGENDA Mayor Murry advised the next item on the Agenda for consideration was the Consent Agenda and requested anyone wishing to have any item pulled for discussion to please come forward at this time. Item No. 1— Minutes Approval Item No. 2 — Plat Approval Item No. 3 — Plat Approval Item No. 4 — School Resource Officer Contract Item No. 5 — Utility Impact Fee Agreement Item No. 6 — Resolution No. 2021-041R Consider minutes from the Council Meeting held June 22, 2021 and the Council Retreat held June 30, 2021. Consider Bella Terra for a 59 lot single family subdivision off of Johns Lake Road. Consider Waterbrooke Phase 4 for 91 single family lots. Consider agreement with the Lake County School Board for the 2021-2022 school year SRO Program. Consider agreement with South Lake Crossings I, LLC in the amount of up to $3,780.589.91 for Water and Sewer Main up -sizing. Consider authorizing the City of Clermont to join the State of Florida and other local governmental entities in implementing a unified plan regarding Opioid Litigation. MOTION TO APPROVE the Consent agenda for July 13 2021 as 12resented made b Council Member Purvis. Seconded by Council Member Entsuah. Passed unanimously with all members present voicing aye. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Item No. 7 — Variance Request —1066 Nathan Ridge Road The applicant withdrew the request.for a variance. NEW BUSINESS Item No. 8 — Mural Request — 756 W. Montrose Street Planning and Development Services Director Henschel provided the staff presentation. He informed the Council that the applicant is requesting to allow several murals to be located at 756 West Montrose Street (Artwalk District). City staff has reviewed the proposed mural artwork display and finds the project does meet the purpose and intent of the Code of Ordinances. Staff finds the mural can provide artistic value to the Clermont Community. There will be five (5) murals in total across the front of the building. 3 City of Clermont MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING July 13, 2021 The murals will have a sports theme and will not contain any advertising. Upon review, staff recommends approval of the proposed mural. Mayor Murry asked if the applicant was present. The applicant was not present. Mayor Murry opened the public hearing for comments from the public. Dani Page, Tuscany Ridge — Expressed opposition and alleged that the property is not in permit compliance. Charlene Forth, 939 W. Desoto Street — Expressed opposition. Concerned about flooding coming out of those walls. Should be tabled. Seeing no further comments, Mayor Murry closed the public hearing. Council Member Purvis expressed disappointment in the art itself, but is more concerned about the continuing issues regarding permitting of this property. He is not comfortable approving additional work when there are gaping holes in this project yet to be addressed. He wanted to state that he is not against the art presented. He believes that the City should not be approving any project concerning this development until all problems are addressed and resolved. Council Member Entsuah stated that he likes the murals, but would like to have this property taken care of before moving forward with them. Mayor Murry agreed that he understands the sports theme, but agrees with comments expressed. The other issues need to be settled before approving any more items. City Attorney Mantzaris asked if the Councils intent is to continue the item or deny it reminding the Council that staff would not have brought it forward if there was anything that would prohibit it. The permitting of the property raised by the public is not applicable to the murals for a denial. Dani Page, Tuscany Ridge — Stated she has been in contact with Joe and St. Johns Water Management District who informed her that the permit was not pulled and the property is not in compliance. City Attorney Mantzaris addressed the Council and stated that the permitting is irrelevant to approvals of the mural. However, the Council can continue the item until a full council is present. Director Henschel informed the Council that the applicant has arranged for an artist to come to Clermont on July 26. City Attorney Mantzaris cautioned the Council about making content based comments regarding mural proposals. Council Member Purvis stated that it is a joint partnership development with the City and he feels the City should have a say as to the content. MOTION TO TABLE consideration of the murals until the Council meeting to be held on September 14,_ 2021 made by Council Member Purvis. Seconded by Council Member Entsuah. Passed unanimously with all members present voicing aye. 4 City of Clermont MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING July 13, 2021 Item No. 9 — Resolution No. 2021-40R and Budget Amendment A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CLERMONT APPROVING THE AGREEMENT FOR THE PURCHASE OF 0.11 +/- ACRES OF CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY LOCATED ON LAKE MINNEOLA DRIVE (LOT 15, BLOCK 117, CLERMONT, JOHNSON'S REPLAT) FROM BRUCE AND JANINE CAMPBELL FOR THE PURCHASE PRICE OF $150,000 AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY MANAGER TO PERFORM ALL ACTS NECESSARY AND APPROPRIATE TO CLOSE ON THE PROPERTY AS PROVIDED HEREIN; PROVIDING FOR THE ADMINISTRATIVE CORRECTION OF SCRIVENERS ERROR; AND, AN EFFECTIVE DATE. City Clerk Howe read the resolution aloud by title only. Business Liaison Barbara Hollerand presented the resolution and budget amendment. The Council approved the purchase at the May 25 Council meeting. The closing date is August 31, 2021. This property was listed at $270,000 and appraisal at $177,000. The City's offer of $150,000 was accepted after some negotiation. The property is not included in the current year budget, and future repayment of the purchase would come from the CRA fund. There are also grant programs which are subject to match dollars. The state grant is 25 percent city match. Staff requests approval. Mayor Murry opened the floor for comments from the public; seeing no public come forth the floor was closed. MOTION TO APPROVE as presented Resolution No. 2021-04OR made by Council Member Purvis. Seconded by Council Member Entsuah. Passed unanimously with all members present voicing a rye. Item No. 10 — Ordinance No. 2021-017 — INTRODUCTION— Headquarter Honda Garage AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CLERMONT, LAKE COUNTY, FLORIDA, PROVIDING FOR THE ANNEXATION OF A CERTAIN PARCEL OF LAND CONTIGUOUS TO THE PRESENT CITY BOUNDARIES; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; ADMINISTRATIVE CORRECTION OF SCRIVENERS ERROR; RECORDING; PUBLICATION AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE. City Clerk Howe read the ordinance aloud by title only. MOTION TO INTRODUCE for future consideration Ordinance No. 2021-017 made by Council Member Purvis. Seconded by Council Member Entsuah. Passed unanimously with all members present voicing aye. 5 Citv of Clermont MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING July 13, 2021 Item No. 11— Ordinance No. 2021-018 — INTRODUCTION— Headquarter Honda Garage AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CLERMONT, LAKE COUNTY, FLORIDA, ADOPTING THE SMALL-SCALE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT FOR THE CITY OF CLERMONT, FLORIDA, PURSUANT TO THE LOCAL GOVERNMENT COMPREHENSIVE PLANNING ACT, CHAPTER 163, PART II, FLORIDA STATUTES; SETTING FORTH THE AUTHORITY FOR ADOPTION OF THE SMALL-SCALE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT; SETTING FORTH THE PURPOSE AND INTENT OF THE SMALL-SCALE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT; PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF THE SMALL-SCALE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT; ESTABLISHING THE LEGAL STATUS OF THE SMALL-SCALE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT, SEVERABILITY, ADMINISTRATIVE CORRECTION OF SCRIVENERS ERROR, PUBLICATION AND EFFECTIVE DATE. City Clerk Howe read the ordinance aloud by title only. MOTION TO INTRODUCE for future consideration Ordinance No. 2021-018 made bN Council Member Entsuah. Seconded by Council Member Purvis. Passed unanimously with all members present voiciLig aye. Item No. 12 — Ordinance No. 2021-019 — INTRODUCTION— Headquarter Honda Garage AN ORDINANCE UNDER THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF CLERMONT, LAKE COUNTY, FLORIDA AMENDING THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP OF THE CITY OF CLERMONT REFERRED TO IN CHAPTER 122 OF ORDINANCE NO. 289-C, CODE OF ORDINANCES; REZONING THE REAL PROPERTIES DESCRIBED HEREIN AS SHOWN BELOW; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY, ADMINISTRATIVE CORRECTION OF SCRIVENERS ERROR, PUBLICATION AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE. City Clerk Howe read the ordinance aloud by title only. MOTION TO INTRODUCE for future consideration Ordinance No. 2021-019 made b Council Member Entsuah. Seconded by Council Member Purvis. Passed unanimously with all members present voicing aye. L City of Clermont MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING July 13, 2021 ADJOURN: With no further comments, this meeting adjourned at 7:21 pm. APPROVED: Tim Mu . May ATTEST: G' Tracy Ackroyd Howe, City Clerk