10.25.2022 - City Council MinutesCity of Clermont
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October 25, 2022
CALL TO ORDER
The City Council met in a regular meeting on Tuesday, October 25, 2022 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 Bates, Pines, Entsuah, and Purvis.
Other City officials present were City Manager Bulthuis, City Attorney Mantzaris, and City Clerk Howe.
INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The invocation was given by Police Chaplain Michael Saxe followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.
Chaplain Saxe introduced Buckley, therapy dog that specializes in post -traumatic stress disorder, crime
victims and children with special needs.
PROCLAMATION
City Clerk Howe read the Proclamation for Fire Prevention Week. Mayor Murry presented the proclamation
to Chief Ezell, Bill Harrison and Sparky.
Bill Harrison spoke about fire safety education. Thanked Council and the Mayor for being committed to
making Clermont a safe community.
OPENING COMMENTS
City Manager Bulthuis informed the Council of the following agenda change:
Item No. 8- Variance Request, 987 W. Magnolia Street
City Manager Bulthuis informed the Council this is a request to table this item to February 28, 2023.
Council Member Bates moved to table Item 8 Variance Request to February 28 2022•
Seconded by Council Member Purvis. Passed unanimously 5-0 with all members present
voicing ave.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Banks Helfrich, 9100 Sands Lake Road— October is Breast Cancer awareness month. Encouraged voting,
Election Day is November 8.
Charlene Forth, 939 W. Desoto Street — Spoke on the upcoming election and candidates running for
Council.
Anthony Tudoro, Cub Scout Troop 268, 1347 Briar Haven Lane — Spoke about Hancock Road
infrastructure and young people can get involved.
Mayor Murry directed him to speak to County Commissioner Parks.
REPORTS
LAKE COUNTY BOARD
Board of County Commission Chair Parks addressed Mr. Tudoro and stated that he will speak with the
troop. Mr. Parks stated there was a County Commission Meeting earlier in the day where they discussed
county wide joint planning efforts.
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There have been round table meetings with all the cities elected officials and City Managers to discuss a
county wide joint planning agreement and county wide conservation strategies. The next round table
meeting will be in January.
Commissioner Parks introduced County Manager Jennifer Barker.
Mr. Parks spoke about crafting the legislative agenda. The county is advocating and requesting assistance
for trails. Asking for legislative changes to be made to allow for Tourist Development Tax dollars to be
used. Also, advocating for septic to sewer conversion. The science has changed regarding septic tanks. He
wants to ensure Lake Minneola remains swimmable and protected.
Mr. Parks spoke about Hancock Road. The project is not currently on the legislative agenda however is
listed as a priority project for Lake County. The listed priority is Hartwood Marsh Road and is hopeful that
Hancock Road will become the priority in 5 years.
The last update by Commissioner Parks is name change from Visit Lake to Discover Lake to promote our
ecotourism.
Discussion ensued regarding resurfacing north Hancock Road. A study must be completed beforehand
which can take up to one year to complete. County Manager Barker commented on the resurfacing of
Hancock and stated there was an issue with the supply chain and the contractor retaining staff. They are
working on completing the project.
CITY MANAGER REPORT
City Manager Bulthuis —
• Community Garden ground breaking at the Arts and Recreation Center at 9:00am on October 28.
• October 28 is Halloween on the trail at Waterfront Park.
• Harvest Festival downtown on October 29 from 10:00am to 4:00pm.
• Taste of South Lake at Waterfront Park on November 3.
• November 4 is First Friday Food trucks.
CITY ATTORNEY REPORT
City Attorney Mantzaris — No report.
CITY COUNCIL REPORT
Council Member Bates —
• Florida League of Cities has their legislative session in Orlando November 30 — December 1.
Council Member Purvis —
• Encouraged residents to vote.
Council Member Entsuah —
• Thanked staff and those who attended Pig on the Pond.
• Sunday night will be Nightmare on the Clermont Trail 5K.
• Early voting has started. November 8 is Election Day.
Council Member Pines — No report.
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Mayor Murry —
Attended the new hire ceremony for Clermont Police Department.
Attended Pig on the Pond.
City Manager Bulthuis stated there will be a report regarding Pig on the Pond at the next Council meeting.
Receiving complaints on speeding. Asked City Manager to work with Chief Broadway on speeding
enforcement and ways to discourage speeding.
October is Breast Cancer awareness and Domestic Violence awareness month.
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— Meeting Minutes
Item No. 2 — Utility Agreement
McKinnon Groves
Item No. 3 — Resolution No. 2022-039R
Item No. 4 — Event, Fee Variance, Open
Container, Road Closure Request
Clermont Main Street
Item No. 5 — Event, Open Container, and Sign
Request, Boat Ramp Closure
Caribbean American Association of Lake County
Consider approval of the October 6, 2022
Council Special Meeting minutes.
Consider potable water and sewer service for
for a new mixed use Planned Unit Development
Located south of Hartwood Marsh Road at the
Lake County/Orange County line.
Consider amending the City's fee schedule to
adopt a City Youth Sports Program fee in the
Parks and Recreation Department.
Consider the 2023 season event request, waive
all associated venue, staff fees, and road closures
for all events.
Consider open container area for the "Clermont
Jerk Festival" event on June 3, 2023 at Waterfront
Park, signs to promote the event and closure of
the boat ramp.
Item No. 6 — Event, Fee Variance, Open Container, Consider 2023 event season request for open
Road Closure and Boat Ramp Closure Request container allowance, waive all associated fees,
Sommer Sports road closure for one event, and partial day closure
of the boat ramp for two events.
Item No. 7 —Employee Benefit Renewal and
Changes
Consider approval of the employee group
medical and dental plan renewal and changes
effective January 1, 2023 and contract with New
York Life for Voluntary Short Term and Long
Term Disability insurance.
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Council Member Bates moved to approve the Consent Agenda as presented for October
25, 2022, Seconded by Council Member Purvis. Passed unanimously 5-0 with all members
present voicing aye.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Item No. 8 — This item was addressed earlier in the meeting and tabled to the February 28, 2023
meeting.
Item No. 9 — Resolution No. 2022-021R, Senninger Irrigation
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CLERMONT, LAKE
COUNTY, FLORIDA, GRANTING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO ALLOW FOR
A BUILDING OVER 100,000 SQUARE FEET IN THE M-1 INDUSTRIAL ZONING
DISTRICT; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT, SEVERABILITY, ADMINISTRATIVE
CORRECTION OF SCRIVENERS ERROR, PUBLICATION AND AN EFFECTIVE
DATE.
City Clerk Howe read the resolution into the record by legal title only.
Development Services Planner Kruse presented the item to Council. The owner is requesting a Conditional
Use Permit for a building addition at their current location. The property, 19 +/- acres, is located at 13505
Granville Avenue and was acquired by Senninger Irrigation in 1991. The City annexed the property in 2015
and designated the Industrial Future Land Use and a zoning district of Industrial (M-1). The existing
buildings were constructed prior to annexation into the City, therefore a conditional use permit was not
required. The proposed 123,000 +/- square foot building addition under the existing M-1 Industrial zoning
district would require a Conditional Use Permit at this time since they are in the City and the building
exceeds 20,000 square feet.
The existing building square footage of the overall site is approximately 135,311 square feet. The proposed
addition of 122,880 square feet for administrative office, manufacturing and warehouse use would bring
the total gross floor area to 258,191 square feet for the 19 acre site. The proposed development would also
include 10 truck loading doors, truck loading/unloading area, vehicular circulation drive aisle, and other
site improvements. The expansion is expected to increase the number of new employees by 16. The majority
of the building will be used for manufacturing and warehousing.
As part of the Conditional Use Permit, a condition has been added that Hooks Street Extension right-of-
way be reserved. The applicant and Lake County have agreed upon impact fee credits for the right-of-way,
wells and easement. An updated condition under section 2 item 5, the dedication of the right-of-way and
easements is contingent upon the County's approval of the Developer's Agreement substantially consistent
with the Developer's Agreement attached to this resolution as Exhibit C, has been offered and is acceptable
Staff has reviewed the application for the proposed project in regards to Section 86-144, Review Criteria
for a Conditional Use Permit. The proposed use is consistent to the existing and previous development
patterns and character of the surrounding areas. The use will not be detrimental to the health, safety and
general welfare of the community. The Conditional Use Permit will not be in conflict to the Clermont
Comprehensive Plan.
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The property has access to major road networks, especially with the future construction of Hooks Street,
and will be required to comply with all Land Development Regulations for development. Staff recommends
approval of Resolution 2022-021R. The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval 6-0.
Thu Pham with Akerman Law Firm was present along with representatives from Senninger Irrigation. Ms.
Pham stated they agree with staff's report and recommendation of approval. Senninger has been in business
for over 50 years. This project will bring in more tax revenue and economic development. Senninger has
agreed to dedicate some land and right of way for the extension of Hooks Street to address the traffic
concerns. Ms. Pham has worked with county staff to come to terms with the Developer's Agreement, which
was submitted to the city this morning. They have agreed to all the terms and the value of the impact fees
the county has agreed to give them for the dedication.
Mayor Murry opened the public hearing. There were no comments. Mayor Murry closed the public hearing.
Discussion ensued regarding Hooks Street being extended. The city and the county are discussing when the
project will happen.
Council Member Bates inquired if this resolution is contingent on the county agreeing to the Developer's
Agreement. City Attorney Mantzaris stated that the execution of the Developer's Agreement does impact
the dedication part of this resolution. Potentially the dedication from the property owner with the regard to
the potential public road which is contingent upon the Developer's Agreement with the county. If the two
parties cannot come together on a Developer's Agreement, then they would have to renegotiate or the
dedication will not happen.
Council Member Bates moved to approve Resolution No. 2022-021R: Seconded by
Council Member Pines. Passed unanimously 5-0 with all members present voicing aye
Item No.10 — Ordinance No. 2022-043, Clermont Health Park ASC Rezoning (Advent)
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
CONFLICT, SEVERABILITY, ADMINISTRATIVE CORRECTION OF SCRIVENERS
ERROR, RECORDING, PUBLICATION AND EFFECTIVE DATE.
City Clerk Howe read the ordinance into the record by legal title only.
Development Services Director Henschel presented the request. The owner, Adventist Health System, is
requesting to amend the Planned Unit Development (Ordinance No. 2020-11) to allow for the development
of an ambulatory surgery center located to the south of the existing onsite buildings. The parcel is located
southeast of the intersection of State Road 50 and Citrus Tower Boulevard with a Future Land Use
designation of Commercial.
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The City Council approved on January 28, 2020 a rezoning of the property to Planned Unit Development
(PUD) to allow for the development of the existing two buildings which included the off -site emergency
department and medical office building, identified as Phase 1 of the development plan. The current PUD
amendment will allow for the construction of up to a 14,500 square foot ambulatory surgery center, with
the required parking and improvements on site. The project as designed will not require any waivers to the
Land Development Codes and all buildings will comply with the Clermont Architectural Design Standards.
The proposed building will be similar in design and color to the existing onsite medical buildings.
Staff has reviewed the request as submitted; and finds the proposed application to amend the PUD, meets
the intent of Section 122-315, Review Criteria for a Planned Unit Development. The proposed use is
consistent with the surrounding development patterns and has access to major transportation facilities. The
proposed development will provide opportunities for job creation and growth in Clermont.
Staff recommends approval of the request to amend the Planned Unit Development (PUD) with the
provisions of Ordinance No 2022-043.
Selby Weeks of Klima Weeks Civil Engineering was present on behalf of the applicant. Mr. Weeks agrees
with staff's presentation and is available for any questions Council may have.
Mayor Murry opened the public hearing. There were no comments. Mayor Murry closed the public hearing.
Council discussed the project and the helipad that will be on the site. Mr. Weeks stated that flights would
be minimal and they currently have a helicopter that lands and takes off from that location a couple times
a month. Installing a pad would make it safer and would not need the assistance of the Fire Department as
they do currently.
Council Member Bates moved to approve Ordinance No. 2022-043, Seconded by Council
Member Pines. The motion passed by roll call vote 4-1 with Council Member Purvis
opposing;
Items No. 11, 12, and 13 were heard concurrently and voted on separately.
City Clerk Howe read the following three ordinances aloud by title only.
Item No. 11— Ordinance No. 2022-044, U-Haul Storage
AN ORDINANCE UNDER THE CODE OF ORDINANCES 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 CONFLICT, SEVERABILITY,
ADMINISTRATIVE CORRECTION OF SCRIVENERS ERROR, RECORDING,
PUBLICATION AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
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Item No. 12 — Ordinance No. 2022-045, U-Haul Storage
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.
Item No.13 — Ordinance No. 2022-046, U-Haul Storage
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
CONFLICT, SEVERABILITY, ADMINISTRATIVE CORRECTION OF SCRIVENERS
ERROR, RECORDING, PUBLICATION AND EFFECTIVE DATE.
Development Services Planner Kruse presented the item to Council. The applicant is requesting annexation,
small-scale comprehensive plan amendment, and rezoning of a 2.35 acre+/- parcel located at 13652
Granville Avenue. The subject property is contiguous to City's Boundaries and meets the requirements of
Florida Statutes, Chapter 171 for Annexation. The applicant is proposing development of a warehouse
building for inside storage of the U-Haul box containers; the proposed site development will require water
and sewer services from the City, which currently has sufficient capacity to provide services for the project.
Staff recommends approval of the annexation request.
The request also includes a petition for a small-scale comprehensive plan amendment to change the existing
land use from Lake County Regional Office to the Clermont Industrial designation. The proposed rezoning
request would change the current zoning from Lake County "HM" Heavy Industrial to Clermont's "M-1"
Industrial category. The Clermont Land Development Codes, Section 122-263, "M-l" Industrial zoning
allows warehouse and light manufacturing as permitted uses.
The proposed development shall be consistent with the City's Land Development Code and the
Comprehensive Plan. Staff recommends approval.
Danny Kovacs owns the U-Haul location and provided information on the project to include the intended
use of the warehouse. The warehouse will be used for storage units and to store U-Boxes.
Mayor Murry opened the public hearing. There were no comments. Mayor Murry closed the public hearing
Council discussed their views on the project.
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Council Member Bates moved to approve Ordinance No. 2022-044: Seconded by Council
Member Purvis. The motion passed by roll call vote 5-0.
Council Member Bates moved to approve Ordinance No. 2022-045, Seconded by Council
Member Pines. The motion passed by roll call vote 5-0.
Council Member Bates moved to approve Ordinance No. 2022-046: Seconded by Council
Member Purvis. The motion passed by roll call vote 5-0.
Item No. 14 — Ordinance No. 2022-048, MSTU
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CLERMONT, LAKE
COUNTY, FLORIDA, ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 125.01 (1) (q), FLORIDA
STATUTES CONSENTING TO THE INCLUSION OF THE CITY OF CLERMONT,
FLORIDA, WITHIN THE WELLNESS WAY MUNICIPAL SERVICE TAXING UNIT
FOR THE CONSTRUCTION AND MAINTENANCE OF ARTERIAL OR
COLLECTOR ROADS WITHIN THE WELLNESS WAY AREA PLAN AS ADOPTED
BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF LAKE COUNTY, FLORIDA;
PROVIDING FOR THE CITY TO BE INCLUDED WITHIN SAID M.S.T.U. FOR A
SPECIFIC TERM OF ONE YEAR WITH AUTOMATIC RENEWALS; PROVIDING
FOR CONFLICT, SEVERABILTTY, ADMINISTRATIVE CORRECTION OF
SCRIVENERS ERROR, PUBLICATION AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
City Clerk Howe read the ordinance into the record by legal title only.
City Manager Bulthuis explained this is an agreement between the City of Clermont and Lake County for
properties located within the Wellness Way area where there is a need for additional road work,
landscaping, lighting, trails and other improvements. The Municipal Service Taxing Unit (MSTU) allows
for the County to implement special assessment on properties that directly benefit from the improvements.
City and County staff will work together to determine way to generate the funds needed and return to
council for final consideration.
Mayor Murry opened the public hearing. There were no comments. Mayor Murry closed the public hearing
Discussion ensued on which properties would be responsible for the costs and additional taxes. All
properties in the Wellness Way area would be responsible for the cost, not all city residents.
Council Member Pines asked about the language in Section 1 of the ordinance. City Attorney Mantzaris
explained the language. Council Member Purvis suggested language to clarify Section 1.
Council Members discussed MSTU's in other counties. City Council will receive a report of the funds spent
each year. They discussed the responsibilities of the MSTU and the Community Development District
(CDD) in that area.
City Attorney Mantzaris proposed additional language for Section 1 of the ordinance:
"Subject to Sections 2 and 3 below. the City Council of the City of Clermont hereby
consents to the inclusion into the Lake County Wellness WAY Municipal Service Taxing
Unit all property presently in the City of Clermont and within the area more particularly
described in Exhibit "A" attached hereto and incorporated herein and any propgM within
Exhibit "A" and annexed into the City."
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Council Member Bates moved to approve Ordinance No. 2022-048 as amended by City
Attorney: Seconded by Council Member Purvis. The motion passed by roll call vote 5-0.
Item No. 15 — Resolution No. 2022-029R, Staybridge Suites
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CLERMONT, LAKE
COUNTY, FLORIDA, GRANTING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO ALLOW FOR
A HOTEL USE GREATER THAN 5,000 SQUARE FEET IN THE TUSCANY
VILLAGE PUD, RESOLUTION 1532; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT,
SEVERABILITY, ADMINISTRATIVE CORRECTION OF SCRIVENERS ERROR,
PUBLICATION AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
City Clerk Howe read the resolution into the record by legal title only.
Development Services Director Henschel presented the request. The applicant is requesting a Conditional
Use Permit (CUP) to allow a hotel, Staybridge Suites, to occupy more than 5,000 square feet of floor space
in the Tuscany Village PUD, Resolution 1532. The Tuscany Village PUD is located west of the Hammock
Ridge Road and US 27 intersection. The Tuscany Village PUD was approved for Light Commercial (C-1)
uses in 2005. The applicant is proposing a 72,000 square foot, four-story hotel with associated parking. The
hotel will include 100 rooms and other hotel amenities. The applicant has not applied for any variances and
has indicated they can develop the site according to the existing Land Development Code.
The proposed hotel is consistent with the area as a whole and would be located in an area that would
generate demand for overnight and extended stay lodging. The nearest existing hotel, the Holiday Inn, is
approximately 2 %z miles north at the SR 50 and US 27 intersection. The square footage and height of the
proposed hotel would be very similar to the existing Hampton Inn Suites and the latest constructed hotel in
Clermont, Home2Suites.
Staff has reviewed the CUP application in accordance to Sec. 86-144 (d) of the Land Development Code.
The proposed intensity, character and type of development is in compliance with the City's comprehensive
plan for Commercial future land use. The Tuscany Village PUD has been mass graded and is prepared for
site development. The location of the hotel will be at a lower elevation than the adjacent Hammock Ridge
Road and setback off considerably from US 27. Staff recommends approval of Resolution 2022-029R. The
Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval, 5-1.
Michael Holtz, MPH Hotels, Inc. presented the project to Council. Mr. Holtz stated that his company is the
Developer and General Contractor of this project and will manage the property. They want to be a part of
the community and are looking to employ 25 full time and 7 part time employees for the hotel. Mr. Holtz
explained that the Staybridge Hotels have the kitchenette in the guest room. This model works well for
people who are relocating, traveling nurses and construction crews working in the area. This hotel model
is usually booked for 4 to 5 nights, not for long term use.
Mayor Murry opened the public hearing.
Michelle Shirah, 800 Highland Avenue, Orlando — Property owner of this project. This project will be an
asset to the city and she supports it.
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John Tidona, 3611 Briar Run Drive — Expressed concern about the project.
Charlene Forth, 939 W. Desoto Street — spoke in opposition of the project.
Mayor Murry closed the public hearing.
Council inquired about other businesses attached to this location. Ms. Shirah stated there will be retail
shopping, a coffee shop, an urgent care facility and a daycare planned to go next to the hotel.
City Manager Bulthuis explained that this land was platted in 2005 and had a commercial PUD. The
developer dedicated the right of way on the east side of US 27 all the way through the property and paid
for the light and the lighting on Hammock Ridge Road. The city does not have the right to stop commercial
development on property zoned commercial.
Council and Police Chief Broadway discussed other hotels in the area. Wood Springs Suites was mentioned
and Chief Broadway stated that hotel has its challenges and is very unique. It is difficult to compare that
hotel to any other hotel in our city as it is one of the Police Departments highest call volumes. The calls to
the Police Department from other area hotels are minimal and regarding nothing significant.
Council Member Bates said he is an advocate for a hotel in that area. Mr. Bates sought information from
other Stay Bridge Suites locations and after doing research, he expressed support of this project.
Discussion ensued regarding the length of time the applicant maintains ownership of properties and if there
is a way to protect the city from the owner selling the hotel to an extended stay down the road. The term
"extended stay" is a catch all and there is not one definition for that term. Mr. Holtz explained that the time
of ownership varies, this is a long term investment. Mr. Holtz also explained this hotel has no weekly or
monthly rates, they only offer nightly rates that average $150.
There was a question regarding paving a road to Hammock Ridge and were told there is a road in the front
of the property that connects to Hammock Ridge.
Mr. Henschel stated that as a point of clarification, Development Services provided Council an edited
version of the resolution and that is the version they are recommending for approval.
Council Member Purvis moved to approve Resolution No. 2022-029R with amendment-,
Seconded by Council Member Bates. Passed unanimously 5-0 with all members present
voicing aye
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ADJOURN: With no further comments, this meeting adjourned at 8:28 pm.
ATTEST:
Tracy Aclu yd Howe, MMC
City Clerk
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APPROVED:
Tim Murry, Nfayor