01.09.2024 - City Council MinutesCity of Clermont
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REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
January 9, 2024
CALL TO ORDER
The City Council met in a regular meeting on Tuesday, January 9, 2024 in the Clermont City Council
Chambers. Mayor Murry called the meeting to order at 6:30pm with the following Council Members
present: Council Members Gonzalez, Myers and Pines.
Other City officials present were City Manager Bulthuis, City Attorney Mantzaris, and City Clerk Howe.
INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Pastor Kendall Anderson from The Crossing Church gave the invocation followed by the Pledge of
Allegiance.
PRESENTATIONS
In honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. (MLK) Day, a group of students from Classical Conversations
Minneola recited the "I Have a Dream" speech given by Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Fire Chief Ezell recognized Assistant Chief Johnston on her retirement. Chief Ezell presented highlights of
her career over the last 10 years. Assistant Chief Cassler reviewed highlights of Assistant Chief Johnston's
fire career. Chief Ezell presented her with a plaque for certificate of achievement.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Charlene Forth, 939 W. Desoto Street — spoke regarding an encounter during Light Up Clermont.
REPORTS
CITY MANAGER REPORT
City Manager Bulthuis —
• City Manager Bulthuis informed the Council of the following agenda changes:
Item No. 10 - Variance Reauest. The Music Store
Council Member Pines moved to table item 10. Variance Reauest. The Music Store to
January 23.2024: Seconded by Council Member Gonzalez. Passed unanimouslv 4-0 with
all members present voicing ave.
Item No. 13 — Ordinance No. 2023-029. Waterbrooke Phase 7 Annexation
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 CONFLICT, SEVERABILITY,
ADMINISTRATIVE CORRECTION OF SCRIVENERS ERROR, RECORDING,
PUBLICATION AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
City Clerk Howe read the ordinance title aloud.
Council Member Pines moved to table Ordinance No. 2023-029. Waterbrooke Phase 7
Annexation to February 13. 2024: Seconded by Council Member Gonzalez. Passed
unanimouslv 4-0 with all members present voicing ave.
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Item No. 14 — Ordinance No. 2023-030. Waterbrooke Phase 7 SSCPA
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 title aloud.
Council Member Pines moved to table Ordinance No. 2023-030. Waterbrooke Phase 7
SSCPA to February 13. 2024: Seconded by Council Member Gonzalez. Passed
unanimouslv 4-0 with all members present voicing ave.
Item No. 15 — Ordinance No. 2023-031. Waterbrooke Phase 7 Rezonine
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 title aloud.
Council Member Pines moved to table Ordinance No. 2023-031. Waterbrooke Phase 7
Rezonins to February 13. 2024: Seconded by Council Member Gonzalez. Passed
unanimously 4-0 with all members present voicing ave.
• City offices will be closed on Monday, January 15 in observance of MLK Day.
• There will bean MLK Parade on Monday, January 15 at loam beginning at McKinney Park with
activities at Waterfront Park.
• January 20 is the Mega food truck in downtown.
• Introduced City Clerk Howe to provide an update on the Special Election.
City Clerk Howe provided an update on the Special Election preliminary dates, qualifying dates and pre -
filing.
CITY ATTORNEY REPORT
City Attorney Mantzaris —
• State Legislature opened today. Looking to have a preliminary report at the next meeting.
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Mayor Murry expressed concern with two of the bills.
HB 777 - Municipal Water Sewer rates and charges. The bill would mean not being able to have a
surcharge on areas outside of the city limits.
WMC 1, 2 and 3 — Constitution Amendment. The bill would increase the homestead exemption
and require an annual adjustment of the value of homestead exemption.
City Manager Bulthuis further explained that the city services water and sewer outside of the city limits. If
this bill passes, even though that agreement was made, the city cannot charge another rate to those outside
the city limits
City Attorney Mantzaris stated that in the past when the city has objected to a bill, the Mayor would draft
a letter stating opposition.
Council agrees and asked to move forward with drafting a letter.
CITY COUNCIL REPORT
Council Member Gonzalez —
• Attended the retirement of Officer Tufts.
Council Member Myers —
• Thanked the students on the MLK speech.
• Provided an overview of the sunshine law, spoke about the vision for Clermont and what Council
and residents see for the future and behavior of council as leaders.
• Always set the example and tone. Leaders lead by example.
Council Member Pines — No report.
Mayor Murry —
• Welcomed back Police Chief Broadway.
• Attended retirement ceremony for Officer Tufts.
• Attended first Friday food trucks.
• Schofield Road has been paved and is open. It has taken some relief from Hwy 50.
• Requested staff to review the intersection of Northridge and Hancock noting an issue with the left
turn lane.
• There is graffiti on the Highway 27 overpass on Pitt Street, asked staff to contact Lake County.
• Received email from Mr. Grove regarding an independent investigation of a situation at Light up
Clermont. Mayor Murry does not feel an investigation is needed, and noted he spoke with residents
after the situation.
Council Member Pines —
• Spoke regarding her understanding of the situation. She stated this is the largest event in the city
and that staff were walking around the downtown area ensuring everything was in place.
• A Master Plan was conducted approximately 10 to 12 years ago and included residents input. The
city is in the process of doing that again.
Development Services Director Henschel stated that there will be a meeting on February 22 at 6pm at the
Clermont City Center to discuss the Comprehensive Plan for the city.
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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 — Council Meeting Minutes
Item No. 2 — Florida Recreation Development
Assistance Program Grant Acceptance
Park Palatlakaha
Item No. 3 — Change Order Request
Construction Management Services
Item No. 4 — Change Order Request
Architectural Services
Item No. 5 — Piggyback Contract and Budget
Amendment
Open Gov Budget Software
Item No. 6 — Sole Source Purchase
Police Department
Item No. 7 — Mutual Aid Agreement Approval
Item No. 8 — Police Collective Bargaining
Negotiations Team
Item No. 9 — Fire Collective Bargaining
Negotiations Team
Consider approval of the December 12, 2023,
minutes.
Consider acceptance of the FRDAP grant
awarded by the Florida Department of
Environmental Protection in the amount of
$50,000.
Consider Change Order 5 approval to the A.D.
Morgan Corporation contract for the new
Public Services facility in the budgeted amount
of $39,000.
Consider approval of Change Order 6 for the
architectural services contract with Bentley
Architects + Engineers, Inc. for the
construction of the new Public Works Facility
in the budgeted amount of $39,468.36.
Consider approval to piggyback the NASPO
ValuePoint cooperative contract with
OpenGov, Inc. for budget software and a
budget amendment in the amount of
$105,485.91
Consider single/sole source purchase approval
from FARO Technologies, Inc. to acquire a 3D
crime scene mapping system for the total
budgeted amount of $64,776.82.
Consider approval of a combined Mutual Aid
Agreement between several agencies and the
Clermont Police Department.
Consider approval of proposed individuals to
serve on the City's negotiation team.
Consider approval of proposed individuals to
serve on the City's negotiation team.
Council Member Gonzalez moved to approve consent items 1-9. Seconded by Council
Member Pines. Passed unanimouslv 4-0 with all members present voicine ave.
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UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Item No. 10 — This item was addressed earlier in the meeting and tabled to the January 23, 2024 meeting.
Item No. 11 — Resolution No. 2023-041 R, Plaza Collina PUD Amendment
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CLERMONT,
LAKE COUNTY, FLORIDA, GRANTING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO
ALLOW FOR AN AMENDMENT TO THE PLAZA COLLINA PLANNED UNIT
DEVELOPMENT (RESOLUTION NO. 2015-08), TO ALLOW FOR SHARED
INTERNAL DRIVEWAYS AND INTERNAL LANDSCAPE BUFFERS TO BE
LESS THAN THE MINIMUM CODE REQUIREMENTS FOR PARCELS
IDENTIFIED AS PODS F AND H, WITHIN A PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT;
PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT, SEVERABILITY, ADMINISTRATIVE
CORRECTION OF SCRIVENERS ERROR, PUBLICATION AND EFFECTIVE
DATE.
City Clerk Howe read the resolution title aloud.
Development Services Planner Kruse presented the item. The applicant is requesting to amend the
Plaza Collina Planned Unit Development to allow for internal shared drive isles and reduced
landscape buffers for parcels identified as Pods F and H within the parent parcel. The property is
located on the north side of State Road 50 and east of Magnolia Pointe Boulevard, west of Lake
Boulevard.
The proposed site is a vacant portion within the Plaza Collina Mixed Use project that consists of
C-2 General Commercial uses. The Land Development Code requires an amendment to the Planned
Unit Development for any uses or site changes not identified in the Master Development Plan or
permitted by the land development regulations for the C-2 General Commercial zoning district.
The site is proposing restaurants, offices and other commercial uses. The applicant indicates the
shared driveways will allow interconnectivity to the maximum extent feasible and decrease the
number of driveway cuts along the north frontage road.
When evaluating a request for a Conditional Use Permit, the Land Development Code, Section
101-212 requires specific development standards that are required to be met. Staff has reviewed
the application as submitted in accordance with the development standards criteria and finds the
proposed use can meet the general criteria for granting a Conditional Use Permit. The proposed use
will not be detrimental to the health, safety and welfare of the surrounding community. Staff
recommends approval of the Conditional Use Permit with the conditions contained in Resolution
No. 2023-041 R. The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval 7-0.
Mr. Huels, Lowndes Law Firm, and the project team was present on behalf of the applicant. They
concur with staff s recommendation and are available for any questions.
Mayor Murry opened the public hearing. There were no comments. Mayor Murry closed the public
hearing.
Council Member Pines is in support of the project.
Council Member Gonzalez asked staff if they foresee any more variances needed with this project.
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Development Services Planner Kruse stated that he does not see a need at this time but things can
change in the future.
Council Member Pines moved to anorove Resolution No. 2023-041 R, Plaza Collina PUD
Amendment; Seconded by Council Member Mvers. Passed unanimously 4-0 with all
members Dresent voicine ave.
Item No. 12 — Resolution No. 2023-042R, 71 Street Commercial
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CLERMONT,
LAKE COUNTY, FLORIDA, GRANTING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO
ALLOW FOR A COMMERCIAL BUILDING AND RESTAURANT OCCUPYING
MORE THAN 3,000 SQUARE FEET OF FLOOR AREA IN THE CBD - CENTRAL
BUSINESS DISTRICT; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT, SEVERABILITY,
ADMINISTRATIVE CORRECTION OF SCRIVENERS ERROR, PUBLICATION
AND EFFECTIVE DATE.
City Clerk Howe read the resolution title aloud.
Development Services Director Henschel presented the item. The applicant, Nexbiz LLC, is
requesting a Conditional Use Permit to allow for construction of a 5,500 square foot retail and
restaurant building in the Central Business District (CBD). The Land Development Code, Section
125-370, requires a Conditional Use Permit for any structure occupying more than 3,000 square
feet of floor space. The total site area is 0.217+/- acres. The Land Use designation is Downtown
Mixed -Use.
Staff has reviewed the application and finds that the proposed use will not be detrimental to the
health, safety or general welfare of persons residing or working in the vicinity, and the use will be
in compliance with the regulations and conditions specified. Therefore, staff recommends approval
of the Conditional Use Permit. The proposed building shall be designed to comply with Clermont
Architectural Design Standards.
Staff has reviewed the application and finds that the proposed use will not be detrimental to the
health, safety or general welfare of persons residing or working in the vicinity, and the use will be
in compliance with the regulations and conditions specified. Therefore, staff recommends approval
of the Conditional Use Permit. The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval 6-1.
The applicant, Jayson Stringfellow, was present. He reviewed the changes and spoke about the
architectural renderings of the building.
Mayor Murry opened the public hearing
Charlene Forth, 939 W. Desoto Street — expressed concern regarding parking.
Development Services Director Henschel stated that there is existing parking owned by the
applicant for this building.
Mayor Murry closed the public hearing.
Council Member Gonzalez inquired about tenants for the building. Mr. Stringfellow stated that he
does not currently have tenants lined up.
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Council Member Pines moved to approve Resolution No. 2023-042R, 71 Street
Commercial. Seconded by Council Member Mvers. Passed unanimouslv 4-0 with all
members present voicing ave.
Item No. 13 - This item was addressed earlier in the meeting and tabled to the February 13, 2024 meeting.
Item No. 14 - This item was addressed earlier in the meeting and tabled to the February 13, 2024 meeting.
Item No. 15 - This item was addressed earlier in the meeting and tabled to the February 13, 2024 meeting.
Item No. 16 — Ordinance No. 2023-032, LDC — Tree Removal & Replacement
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF CLERMONT, LAKE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AMENDING THE
LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE, CHAPTER 123-VEGETATION, SECTION 123-
102-ISSUANCE; CRITERIA FOR TREE REMOVAL; TREE REPLACEMENT
STANDARDS; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT, SEVERABILITY,
CODIFICATION, THE ADMINISTRATIVE CORRECTION OF SCRIVENERS
ERROR, RECORDING, PUBLICATION AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
City Clerk Howe read the ordinance title aloud.
Staff is proposing an amendment to the landscape code Section 123-102. Currently, the mediation plan for
heavily wooded property allows the owner to pay the City for trees that are not able to be replanted on the
site. The City can then use these funds to plant trees on public properties around the city. This amendment
will allow the City to include landscape materials (plants, shrubs and associated materials) to these projects
throughout the city. Another amendment staff is proposing, which is not in the packet, is to remove the
language stating replacement trees may be donated. This change allows the city to have control of
landscaping placement.
On January 4, 2024 Planning and Zoning recommended adding language to specify the definition of
landscaping. Staff would recommend: Landscaping will include, trees, shrubs, plants and materials needed
to secure the health of the newly planted material. This would include: irrigation, mulch, and soil
amendments. The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval 7-0.
Mayor Murry opened the public hearing. There were no comments. Mayor Murry closed the public
hearing.
Council Member Gonzalez moved to approve Ordinance No. 2023-032 with amendments
as presented: Seconded by Council Member Pines. The motion passed by roll call vote 4-
0.
NEW BUSINESS
Item No. 17 — Citizen Request
Mr. Anthony Grove requested an amendment to Resolution No. 2021-003R to extend public comment time
limit from 3 minutes to 5 minutes. Mr. Groves stated that the 3 minute time limit is not always sufficient
for those who wish to express their messages. Adding two minutes to the current time allotted to the people
during Public Comments will enhance the ability to express ideas and will not substantially add to the total
time allotted to Public Comments.
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Council Member Pines acknowledged that in some instances 3 minutes can be difficult and understands the
frustration. She offered the alternative to schedule a meeting with staff or the Mayor to talk about the issue.
City staff conducted a survey of cities in our county and around central Florida and the majority have a 3
minute time limit.
Mr. Grove stated that he is not inhibited to set up a private meeting. The point of the discussion is to allow
people time to speak.
Mayor Murry stated that when he was first elected he recommended to keep the 3 minute time limit and
initiated the citizen agenda request to be able to be placed on the agenda. If additional time is needed, he
suggested the requestor to ask in the beginning and in most cases, he will allow 4 to 5 minutes to speak.
Anthony Grove stated he was told he was only allowed 3 minutes the first time he spoke. If the time limit
is changed to 5 minutes no one needs to ask for extra time. In preparing to speak on a topic it would be
beneficial to know how much time you have before the meeting.
Mayor Murry and Mr. Grove discussed citizens asking for extra time at the podium versus changing the
time from 3 minutes to 5 minutes.
Mayor Murry would like to keep the time limit to 3 minutes.
Mayor Murry opened the public hearing.
Charlene Forth, 939 W. Desoto Street — spoke about a discussion on election night regarding public
comments.
Cassie Murry, 574 E. Desoto Street — clarified the only comment made was congratulations.
Otis Taylor, 3686 Caladesi — in support of continuing with the 3 minute time limit.
Mayor Murry closed the public hearing.
Item No. 18 — Variance Request, 3635 Briar Run Drive
Development Services Planner Kruse presented the variance request. The property owner, Patricia
Williams, is requesting a variance for property located at 3635 Briar Run Drive. The variance request is to
allow for a 12-foot rear yard setback instead of 25 feet. The property is zoned R-1, Single Family Medium
Density Residential. The owner is requesting the variance to allow for the construction of a 13-foot deep x
27 foot -wide addition to the existing structure. The applicant indicates the proposed room addition would
allow for the extra living space needed to care for her disabled child.
The property currently has an existing 10 x14 foot concrete slab, which the owner would like to extend 3
feet deep and 13 feet wide to allow for the new room addition that will be located in the rear yard setback
of the home. The proposed building addition would be designed and constructed in a manner that is similar
to the primary structure with an architectural roof. The new room would increase the impervious surface
ratio, but the entire lot still meets the minimum requirements of the code. The applicant indicates that her
variance request can meet the general criteria for a severe hardship, because the additional space would
allow her to provide adequate and sufficient care for her disabled child, who requires 24-hour care. The
Fox Chase Homeowners Association has approved the proposed building addition and the applicant has
also provided letters of no -objections from the adjacent property owners that could be impacted by the
variance.
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Section 101-246 of the Land Development Code requires a positive finding on the review criteria in order
to grant a variance. Staff has reviewed the application as submitted and finds the application meets a positive
finding on all five of the review criteria. Therefore, staff recommends approval of the variance request.
The applicant, Patricia Williams, stated she needs the addition to bring home and care for her handicapped
child.
Mayor Murry opened the public hearing. There were no comments. Mayor Murry closed the public hearing.
Council Member Pines moved to approve the Variance Request. 3635 Briar Run Drive:
Seconded by Council Member Mvers. Passed unanimously 4-0 with all members present
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Item No. 19 — Resolution No. 2024-002R, Patio Food Truck Park CUP
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CLERMONT,
LAKE COUNTY, FLORIDA, GRANTING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO
ALLOW FOR AN OPEN AIR PATIO FOOD TRUCK PARK IN A PLANNED UNIT
DEVELOPMENT ZONING DISTRICT; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT,
SEVERABILITY, ADMINISTRATIVE CORRECTION OF SCRIVENERS
ERROR, PUBLICATION AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
City Clerk Howe read the resolution title aloud.
Development Services Director Henschel presented the item. The applicant is requesting a conditional use
permit for a food truck park in the Planned Unit Development (PUD) zoning district. The 2.45 acre parcel
is located at 2531 South US Highway 27, and is part of the Clermont Crossing Master Development Plan.
The applicant is proposing an open air food truck park with up to sixteen (16) food trucks, outdoor seating
and live entertainment with operation hours seven days a week. The business hours would be Monday to
Thursday 11:00am to 10:00pm and Friday to Sunday 10:00am to 11:00pm. The applicant has not identified
any variance requests for the development.
The property's current zoning is Planned Unit Development with C-2 General Commercial permitted uses.
The intent of the C-2 General Commercial is to allow retail, office and indoor restaurant permitted uses.
The project layout is proposing an outdoor stage, bar, restrooms and food trucks. The code requires all uses
must be conducted within a completely enclosed building. Although the outdoor food truck concept is
unique and popular in other jurisdictions, staff has reviewed the application as submitted and finds the use
may not be a good fit at the proposed location because of parking issues. As presented, this conceptual
plan would require 89 parking spaces, the concept plan only allows for 76 parking spaces.
Staff feels the overall count of 16 food trucks for this size parcel is too restrictive, and therefore recommends
denial of the CUP request.
The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval, 5-2, with the condition that the applicant
would have to have parking for the event space at a ratio of 5 parking spaces per 1000 square feet of use.
The applicant, Nicoletta Buonaccordo, was present. After the Planning & Zoning Commission meeting they
went back over the plan and changed the layout in order to meet the parking requirement. The space will
now have a reduced space and 81 parking spaces.
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Ms. Buonaccordo shared renderings of similar projects and their vision for this project.
City Manager Bulthuis clarified that the renderings shown are not for this project. He questioned whether
this is being done prematurely if the site plan for this project is not complete.
Mayor Murry offered to table the item as staff has not had a chance to evaluate and review the new plan.
Mayor Murry opened the public hearing.
Mr. Rosenberg, 1727 Chickadee Way — expressed a need for the city to address food trucks.
Otis Taylor, 3686 Caladesi — He supported the project and noted this will attract people and there needs to
be adequate parking.
Mayor Murry closed the public hearing.
Council Member Pines moved to table Resolution No. 2024-002R. Patio Food Truck Park
CUP to February 13. 2024. Seconded by Council Member Myers.
Mayor Murry expressed his concerns regarding food trucks and parking.
Passed unanimously 4-0 with all members Dresent voicine ave.
Council Member Gonzalez asked staff to review the code regarding shipping containers.
Item No. 20 — Resolution No. 2024-005R, Fee Schedule Amendment
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CLERMONT,
LAKE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AMENDING THE FEE SCHEDULE FOR FIRE
REVIEW AND INSPECTION SERVICES; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT,
SEVERABILITY, ADMINISTRATIVE CORRECTION OF SCRIVENERS
ERROR, PUBLICATION AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
City Clerk Howe read the resolution title aloud.
City Manager Bulthuis stated that a consultant reviewed the Fire Department fees and have made changes
based on that study. Staff recommends approval of fee schedule.
Mayor Murry opened the public hearing.
Otis Taylor, 3686 Caladesi — requested additional information.
City Manager Bulthuis stated that the Fire Department has a fee schedule for inspections. He introduced
Fire Chief Ezell to explain further.
Fire Chief Ezell explained that these fees cover things such as plans reviews and inspections which are
based on square footage. It is a way to recuperate some of the costs. The department brought in a consultant
and based on their suggestions have increased and in some areas decreased fees.
Council Member Gonzalez asked how often these fees need to be revisited.
Assistant Chief Harrison stated there is a one year progression and will be evaluated every three years.
Mayor Murry closed the public hearing.
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Council Member Pines moved to approve Resolution No. 2024-005R. Fee Schedule
Amendment: Seconded by Council Member Gonzalez. Passed unanimouslv 4-0 with all
members present voicing ave.
Item No. 21 — Ordinance No. 2023-023, Lennar Swap Annexation
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.
City Clerk Howe read the ordinance title aloud.
Council Member Gonzalez moved to introduce Ordinance No. 2023-023: Seconded by
Council Member Pines. Passed unanimouslv 4-0 with all members present voicing ave.
Item No. 22 — Ordinance No. 2023-024, Lennar Swap LSCPA
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CLERMONT,
LAKE COUNTY, FLORIDA, ADOPTING THE LARGE-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 LARGE-SCALE
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT; SETTING FORTH THE PURPOSE
AND INTENT OF THE LARGE-SCALE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
AMENDMENT; ESTABLISHING THE LEGAL STATUS OF THE
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT,
SEVERABILITY, THE ADMINISTRATIVE CORRECTION OF SCRIVENERS
ERROR, PUBLICATION AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
City Clerk Howe read the ordinance title aloud.
Council Member Gonzalez moved to introduce Ordinance No. 2023-024: Seconded by
Council Member Pines. Passed unanimouslv 4-0 with all members present voicing ave.
Item No. 23 — Ordinance No. 2023-025, Lennar Swap PUD Rezoning
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 AN EFFECTIVE
DATE.
City Clerk Howe read the ordinance title aloud.
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Council Member Gonzalez moved to introduce Ordinance No. 2023-025: Seconded by
Council Member Mvers. Passed unanimouslv 4-0 with all members present voicing ave.
Item No. 24 — Ordinance No. 2024-001, Palm Plaza Development Annexation
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.
City Clerk Howe read the ordinance title aloud.
Council Member Pines moved to introduce Ordinance No. 2024-001: Seconded bv_ Council
Member Mvers. Passed unanimouslv 4-0 with all members present voicing ave.
Item No. 25 — Ordinance No. 2024-002, Palm Plaza Development SSCPA
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 AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
City Clerk Howe read the ordinance title aloud.
Council Member Pines moved to introduce Ordinance No. 2024-002: Seconded by Council
Member Mvers. Passed unanimouslv 4-0 with all members present voicing ave.
Item No. 26 — Ordinance No. 2024-003, Palm Plaza Development Rezoning
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 AN EFFECTIVE
DATE.
City Clerk Howe read the ordinance title aloud.
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City of Clermont
MINUTES
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
January 9, 2024
Council Member Pines moved to introduce Ordinance No. 2024-003: Seconded by Council
Member Mvers. Passed unanimouslv 4-0 with all members present voicine ave.
Item No. 27 — Ordinance No. 2024-005, Street Vacation Request
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CLERMONT,
LAKE COUNTY, FLORIDA, CLOSING AND PERMANENTLY ABANDONING
THAT PORTION OF THE NORTH 1/2 OF BROOME STREET LYING EAST OF
THE EAST RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF EAST AVENUE AND WEST OF THE
WEST RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF VACATED DREW AVENUE AS DESCRIBED
IN OFFICIAL RECORDS BOOK 625, PAGE 657, PUBLIC RECORDS OF LAKE
COUNTY, FLORIDA, BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED BELOW;
PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT, SEVERABILITY, ADMINISTRATIVE
CORRECTION OF SCRIVENERS ERROR, RECORDING, PUBLICATION AND
AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
City Clerk Howe read the ordinance title aloud.
Council Member Pines moved to introduce Ordinance No. 2024-005: Seconded by Council
Member Mvers. Passed unanimouslv 4-0 with all members Dresent voicine ave.
ADJOURN: With no further comments, this meeting adjourned at 9:17 pm.
Tracy Ack
City Clerk
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APPROVED:
Tim Murry, Mayor