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01.12.2021 - City Council MinutesCity of Clermont MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JANUARY 12, 2021 The City Council met in a regular meeting on Tuesday, January 12, 2021 in the Clermont City Council Chambers. Mayor Murry called the meeting to order at 6:30pm with the following Council Members present: Council Members Pines, Entsuah, Bates, and Purvis. Other City officials present were Interim City Manager Dauderis, City Attorney Mantzaris, and City Clerk Howe. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The invocation was given by Bishop Everett Gates from One in Christ Ministry followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. ACCEPTANCE OF SPECIAL ELECTION RESULTS City Clerk Howe read the elections results into the record. MOTION TO APPROVE and accept the results of the special election results made by Councilmember Bates. Seconded by Councilmember Purvis. Passed unanimously with all members voicingaye. OATH OF OFFICE FOR SEAT NO.4 City Clerk Howe administered the Oath of Office to Councilmember-Elect Entsuah. After being sworn in, Councilmember Entsuah thanked the public for their support. PRESENTATIONS) Lake Counry Roads Lake County Board of County Commissioners Chairman Parks introduced the topic and then introduced Lake County Public Works Director Fred Schneider to make the presentation. The presentation covered the topics of financing, Hartwood Marsh, Hartle Road/CR 455, Hooks Street, and other roadway development. The presentation was made in conjunction with a PowerPoint presentation which was provided to the Council. Highlighted Points: - It costs S10,000,000 per mile for a four (4) lane road way. Impact fees bring in about $2,800,000 per year, so it takes four years of collections to do one mile of road. Public -Private partnerships are essential to make these projects happen at a faster pace. - Hooks Street/US27 intersection is undergoing a transportation study to see if the intersection needs to be retooled. - Hancock Road is going to be reviewed to see if it needs to be expanded from two-lane to four -lanes and how the expansion will occur. A lighted traffic signal will be built by the end of 2021 at the second entrance to Greater Pines. - The expansion of Hartle Road should relieve some pressure on Hartwood Marsh Road. - Zero percent of property taxes in Lake County go to roads. FDOT funding shares is the biggest source of revenue for roads. Gas tax revenues have been flat or falling for the last 10 years as residents and tourists drive more fuel efficient vehicles. Councilmember Bates asked where Hartwood Marsh Road falls with the priority list. Chairman Parks said that he did not have that information available, but would get it for the Council. City of Clermont MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JANUARY 12, 2021 Mr. Schneider stated that the design, construction, and right-of-way acquisitions will cost approximately $15,000,000 on Hartwood Marsh. Classical Conversations In honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Mayor Murry introduced a group of young people to read the "I Have a Dream" speech given by Martin Luther King, Jr. PROCLAMATION(S) VFW 751h Anniversary A proclamation was provided to the Clermont VFW Post 5277 on occasion of their 75th Anniversary. City Clerk Howe read the proclamation. Mayor Murry presented the proclamation to the VFW group. Arbor Day 2021 City Clerk Howe read the proclamation aloud. Mayor Murry presented the proclamation to Development Services Director and City Arborist Henschel. PUBLIC COMMENTS Charlene Forth, 939 W. Desoto Street, Clermont — Emphasized the seriousness of Covid-19. Displayed a personal photo from a recent funeral. Dani Page, Tuscany Hills, Clermont — Thanked Lake County for the presentation. Suggested increasing the developers/builders fees. Jared Taylor, Knollcrest Drive, Clermont — Spoke on several issues. Supports cottage food industry. Would like to see Public Works more proactive. Sam (Unknown), 2466 Holly Berry Circle, Clermont — Encouraged citizens to read the MLK speech and reflect. REPORTS INTERIM CITY MANAGER REPORT Interim City Manager Dauderis informed the Council regarding changes to the agenda. Items No. 11 and 13 were pulled from the agenda with no action necessary. She provided updates regarding the distribution of Covid-19 vaccines, the city budget, and CARES Act funding received. She announced that next stimulus had reopened the paycheck protection program, but additional funding for local government was not included. Interim City Manager Dauderis continued that the Performing Arts Center kicked off the season and had a sold out show. She informed the Council the city has received 37 applications for the City Manager position and 19 meet the minimum qualifications. The application window will close on January 22. She provided an update on Council requests stating that staff was formulating a naming policy on city park facilities which return to the Council; the shuffleboard court resolution should be ready for the next meeting. 2 City of Clermont MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JANUARY 12, 2021 There will be a workshop on January 19 that will review the Master Plan. She concluded by informing the Council that City Attorney Mantzaris will be scheduling ethics training in February or March. It can be set up as a Zoom meeting and can be recorded for future reviewing. City Attorney Mantzaris stated that this training needs to be updated in person especially since the CRA members need to attend beginning this year. He wants it to be live so that there is an opportunity for questions and answers. CITY ATTORNEY REPORT City Attorney Mantzaris - No report. CITY COUNCIL REPORT Council Member Bates — Congratulated Councilmember Entsuah. Attended the Lake County League of Cities meeting. Council Member Purvis — • Attended the MPO meeting regarding future projects to request funding for. Council Member Entsuah — • Wants to develop a small business commission; a group that formulates rules and works with the city; • Wants the city to do a recodification of the City Code; Council Member Pines — • Congratulated Councilmember Entsuah. Mayor Murry — • Congratulated Councilmember Entsuah. • Reported on Christmas event to help children. • MLK, Jr day event canceled on Monday. • Would like to see youth activities/ideas in the city. • Volunteering at the Arts and Recreation Center with the vaccinations. 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 come forward at this time. Item No. 1— Minutes Approval Item No. 2 — City Council Meeting Calendar Consider approval of the minutes of the December 8, 2020 regular City Council meeting. Consider approval of the 2021 Council meeting calendar. Citi, of Clermont MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JANUARY 12, 2021 Item No. 3 — Surplus Request Item No. 4 — Special Events Review Item No. 5 — Clermont Ridge Utility Easement Consider declaring end of life inventory as surplus from the departments of. Parks & Recreation, Information Technology, Public Services, Procurement Services, and the Police Department to dispose of in accordance with the Purchasing Policy. City Council's review of upcoming special events in January, February, March and April due to Covid-19. Consider utility easement for access and maintenance of a gravity sewer main. Item No. 6 — Utility Services Agreement Amendment Consider first amendment to the Utility Service agreement for wastewater between the City and Minneola School Development, LLC. Item No. 7 — First Amendment to Professional Consultant Services Agreement Citizen Charlene Forth requested pulling item 7. Consider amending agreement with Levey Consulting LLC to clarify the expiration date of the two-year contract for consulting services. MOTION TO APPROVE item nos. 1-6 of the Consent Agenda for Janua f 12 2021 made by Councilmember Bates. Seconded by Councilmember Pines. Passed unanimous) with all members present voicing aye Charlene Forth, 939 W. Desoto Street, Clermont — inquired about the two-year contract. She expressed concerned about Mr. Levey's history and protecting the environment. Interim City Manager Dauderis responded that the reason this item is here tonight is that the contract did not extend beyond the original term; it started as 12 months and the Council missed the deadline to extend it. The scope has not changed, and the money is budgeted. The City has a separate interlocal agreement with the county for this first year. MOTION TO APPROVE item no. 7 of the Consent Agenda for January 12, 2021 made by Councilmember Bates. Seconded by Councilmember Purvis. Passed unanimously with all members present voicing ale. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Item No. 8 — Board Appointments Interim City Manager Dauderis explained that with regards to the open position on the Tourism Development Council, Councilmember Entsuah has volunteered to take the appointment. 4 Cite of Clermont MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JANUARY 12, 2021 MOTION TO APPOINT Councilmember Entsuah to the Tourism Development to represent the City of Clermont made by Councilmember Purvis. Seconded b Councilmember Bates. Passed unanimously with all members present voicing aye. Ms. Dauderis continued that there is an open position on the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) Community Advisory Board. Staff is recommending choosing a member of the Planning & Zoning Board to fill the seat. Mr. Vincent Niemiec has provided a letter of interest to be appointed to the seat. MOTION TO APPOINT Vincent Niemiec to the MPO Communi Advisory Board made by Councilmember Purvis. Seconded by Councilmember Bates. Passed unanimous) with all members present voicing ave. Ms. Dauderis informed the Council that there is one (1) open seat on the Planning & Zoning Board due to the election of Councilmember Entsuah who has resigned from the board. Applicants for the position were invited to speak on their own behalf. The following residents spoke: - Lavonte Rogers - Samii Taylor - Paula Hoisington - Joa Macnalie - Charlene Forth notified the Council that Chuck Forth was withdrawing his name from consideration. MOTION TO APPOINT for a term of two (2) vears, Lavonte Rogers to the Planning & Zonjq& Board made by Councilmember Purvis. Seconded by Councilmember Bates. Passed unanimoush with all members present voicing_aye. Interim City Manager Dauderis informed the Council that the next appointments were for the Police Pension Board. City Attorney Mantzaris explained to the Council that one (1) of the appointments was for a reappointment, and the second appointment was a ministerial task of confirming the appointment of a new member chosen by the current Police Pension Board members. MOTION TO REAPPOINT for a term of two (2) rears. Mark Vitek to the Police Pension Board, and confirming the two t2) year anointment of Jason Sayre made by Councilmember Bates. Seconded by Councilmember Purvis. Passed unanimously with all members present voicing Ue. Interim City Manager Dauderis informed the Council that the next appointment was to fill two (2) vacant seats on the Community Redevelopment Authority (CRA) Board. Ms. Kimberly Grogan had asked for reappointment as she had been filling a vacancy and staff had been contacted by Mr. Jeff Powell for appointment to the vacant seat. MOTION TO APPOINT for a term of four 14) years, Kimberly Grogan and Jeff Powell to the CRA Board made by Councilmember Bates. Seconded by Councilmember Pines. Passed unanimously with all members present voicing ave. Councilmember Entsuah encouraged those not selected to keep trying when vacancies open. City, of Clermont MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JANUARY 12, 2021 NEW BUSINESS Item No. 9 — Event, Open Container, and Boat Ramp Closure Request and Fee Valiance Request Arts and Events Manager Chris Dudeck provided the staff presentation. He explained that Sommer Sports was seeking approval for their race series in 2021. The races start and finish at Waterfront Park beach. Mr. Sommers has continued to follow Covid-19 guidelines and is an example in the industry of how to successfully conduct a race that complies with safety regulations. Fred Sommer—14pplicant. Mr. Sommers stated that 2021 will be kicking off his 38d' year in Clermont and that he is excited to partner with the City as always. Mayor Murry opened the floor for continents from the public. Charlene Forth, 939 W. Desoto Street, Clermont — Vehemently stated opposition to race courses being on residential streets. She stated that she does not live in the Central Business District and is planning to participate in efforts telling runners and sports enthusiasts to leave Clermont. Pamela Amerson, E. Desoto Street, Clermont — Opposed approval. Stated that races were impacting neighborhood traffic. Dani Page, Tuscany Ridge, Clermont — Opposed approval. Suggested changing the route. Charlene Forth, 939 W. Desoto Street, Clermont — 211d time. Continue opposition statements. Samii Taylor, 4480 Powderhorn Place Road, Clermont — Opposes approval. Has concerns with waiving fees and setting precedents. Greg Amann, 550 East Avenue, Clermont — Supports approval. He has no problem getting out of his driveway with cops directing traffic. Randy, unknown address, Clermont — Supports approval. Seeing no further comments, Mayor Murry closed the floor from further public comment. Councilmember Purvis urged Mr. Sommer to amend his route. Mr. Sommer stated that safety is the first thing that they consider for a race, followed closely by impact on the community. He reminded the Council that there are only three (3) roads that run east to west on the north side of Hwy 50. Mayor Murry stated that he was most concerned with getting the race off of Desoto Street. Mr. Sommers stated that he can change the route from Desoto Street to Osceola or Minneola, but warned the Council that it would be much more dangerous for the athletes. Councilmember Purvis suggested that race mornings be coordinated with the Police Department so that the City establishes temporary no parking areas. Mr. Dudeck informed the Council that if they approve Minneola, they will have conflicting events on the same street which is another reason why the proposed routes are what they are. N. Citi° of Clermont MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JANUARY 12, 2021 Councilmember Purvis asked if they could vote to permanently ban all events from Desoto Street. City Attorney Mantzaris cautioned that this may not be wise as it would eliminate Desoto as a backup option if the other streets were unavailable due to unforeseen circumstances. Mr. Dudeck reminded the Council that construction was about to begin on Minneola Avenue as part of the Master Plan. Communications Director Kathryn Deen informed the Council that each half block takes one to two months to complete to make sure the impact is minimal. Minneola will occur in 2021 and Montrose is planned for 2022. After conferring with Mr. Sommers, Mr. Dudeck proposed to the Council that the route be changed to run West on Osceola and then West on Minneola to 12t' Street. MOTION TO APPROVE the Sommers Sports race series with the condition that the race routes that were W. Desoto Street be moved to Osceola Avenue then West on Minneola made by Councilmember Bates. Seconded by Councilmember Purvis. Passed unanimously with all members present voicing aye. Item No. 10 — Event, Open Container, and Road Closure Request Arts and Events Manager Chris Dudeck presented the staff analysis. He stated that Suncreek Brewery was seeking approval to host an Irish Festival on Minneola Avenue on March 12 - 13, 2021. The applicant has agreed to follow all city guidelines and take Covid-19 precautions. Bill Downs, Suncreek Brewery, Clermont —Applicant. Requested the Council give their approval. Mayor Murry opened the floor for public comments; seeing none, the floor was again closed. Councilmember Bates asked if the festival will be affected by construction on Minneola. Communications Director Deen stated that Public Works has committed to waiting so that Mr. Downs may have his event, if approved. MOTION TO APPROVE the request for event. open container and road closure of Minneola for the Irish festival on March 12 - 13. 2021 made t Councilmember Purvis. Seconded by Councilmember Bates. Passed unanimously with all members present voicing li- Item No. 11— Event Open Container, and Road Closure Request This item eras pulled front the agenda 41- staff. Item No. 12 - Resolution No. 2021-001 and Budget Amendment A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CLERMONT APPROVING THE AGREEMENT FOR THE PURCHASE OF 0.26 +/- ACRES OF CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1146 LAKE MINNEOLA DRIVE FROM JOSEF AND WEENA TRAPP FOR THE PURCHASE PRICE OF $350,000 AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY MANAGER TO PERFORM ALL ACTS NECESSARY AND APPROPRIATE TO CLOSE ON THE PROPERTY AS PROVIDED HEREIN. 7 Cite of Clerniont MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JANUARY 12, 2021 City Business Liaison Barbara Hollerand presented the resolution and budget amendment request. She explained that the sale price of the property matches the appraised value and that staff did negotiate with the sellers for a better price. The City is also seeking a grant that may reimburse part of the cost. Staff recommended approval of the purchase. Mayor Murry opened the floor for comments from the public; seeing none, the floor was again closed. Councilmember Pines expressed that she felt, in her experience as a realtor, that the price of $350,000 was too high to pay for this property. Ms. Hollerand explained that it was listed for S370,000 and that staff was able to negotiate it to $350,000. MOTION TO APPROVE the purchase of land in the amount of S350.000 made by Councilmember Bates. Seconded by Councilmember Purvis. Passed 3-2 with Councilmembers Pines and Entsuah opposing. Item No. 13 — Citizen Request — Charlene and Charles Forth The applicant requested to pall this item and will return at a later date. 8 Cite of Clermont MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JANUARY 12, 2021 ADJOURN: With no further comments, this meeting adjourned at 9:49 pm. APPROVED: Tim Murry, h ayor ATTEST: Tracy Ackroyd Howe, City Clerk