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06-25-1985 Regular Meeting . e CITY OF CLERMONT MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING June 25, 1985 The Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Clermont was held on Tuesday, June 25, 1985. The meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m. by Mayor Pool with the following Council Members in attendance: Council Member Henry, Council Member Huff, Council Member Cole and Mayor Pro Tem Turville. Other City Officials present were City Manager Saunders, City Attorney Baird and Deputy City Clerk Brandt. INVOCATION The Invocation was offered by John Springstead followed by the repeating of The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag by all present. MINUTES The Minutes of the Regular Meeting held June 11, 1985 and Workshop Meet- ings he~d April 19, 1985 and June 18, 1985 were approved as presented. REPORTS CITY MANAGER'S REPORT LAKE WATER AUTHORITY It was reported that the next regular meeting of the Lake County Water Authority would be held on Wednesday, June 26, 1985 in the Court House in Tavares. The "Outstanding Florida Waters II designation for the Cler- mont Chain of Lakes will be discussed. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION It was reported that the City had received a follow-up letter from the Department of Transportation stating that their study indicated that the truck traffic on Highway did not warrant placing signs limiting them to the right lane, as had been requested by the City. BUDGET WORKSHOPS City Manager Saunders stated that he would like to schedule Budget Workshops for July 10 and 17. Council Member Turville stated that he had a conflict with the 17th and asked that it be changed to the 18th.' It was the consensus of Council to hold Budget Workshops on July 10 and 18th. Mr. Saunders further stated that representatives from the YMCA would attend one of the Workshops to discuss plans for a pool in Clermont. COUNTY TWO CENT GAS TAX It was reported that the Lake County Board of Commissioners had adopted an additional two cents gas tax for this year. The County is requesting that the City enter into an inter local agreement for the division of the taxes collected. The agreement stipulated the same percentages as in the original agreement for the first two cents, adopted last year. This added tax would give the City of Clermont approximately $35,000 additional monies annually for road improvements. The allocation is approximately 30% for the Cities and 70% for the County. 85-110 After a brief discussion, A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCIL MEMBER TURVILLE, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER HENRY AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED TO ENTER INTO INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT WITH THE COUNTY FOR THE ADDITIONAL TWO CENTS GAS TAX. . e CITY OF CLERMONT , MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING June 25, 1985 Page -2- COUNCIL MEMBER COLE'S REPORT PARKING ON EAST HIGHLAND AVENUE Council Member Cole stated that he was concerned about truck parking on a vacant lot on East Highland Avenue, and asked if the trucks were allowed to park in this area. City Manager Saunders stated that he had spoken with Public Works Director Smythe and Chief Tyndal, and the concern was that the trucks were driving over the curb and would eventually break it down. The truck parking is allowed on property zoned commercial, but if the parking is to continue, a curb cut and driveway should be constructed. Mr. Saunders stated that he would be checking into this matter further. VISITORS WITH BUSINESS JOHN SPRINGSTEAD, CITY ENGINEER - LAKE WINONA BRIDGE PLANS AND SEWER INTERCEPTOR STUDY Mr. John Springstead, the City Engineer, appeared before Council to discuss plans for replacement of the existing Lake Winona Bridge with a culvert type bridge. During the February 12, 1985 Council Meeting, the Council had directed Mr. Springstead to investigate the size of culvert bridge needed to allow a pontoon boat to pass under the bridge, to profile the channel and investigate to see if the culvert could be placed two feet deeper to allow year round navigation between Lakes Winona and Minnehaha. Mr. Springstead presented the Council with a price estimate of $80,000 to replace the existing bridge with a l3'-3"x12'-4"x30' pipe culvert which would allow headroom and breadth clearance for boat traffic. It would take approximately 4-6 weeks to complete the project. The price includes removal of the existing bridge. Much discussion ensued concerning the depth of water under the bridge and in the channel leading to Lake Minnehaha. If the culvert was placed deeper, it could cause an excavation problem on the south side because the length of excavation would have to go out 85-90'. Don Tracy and Don Beals who were present in the audience expressed the continuing concern regarding the depth problem under the bridge, and the fact that during times of low water a boat cannot get through from one lake to the other. Council Member Turville asked if the next larger size culvert was used, could the seawalls on the south side of the bridge stand the dredging necessary to use it? Mr. Springstead stated that he would have to investigate the con- dition of the seawalls before he could give a definite answer to the question. It was the consensus of Council to have Mr. Springstead investigate the condition of the seawalls on the south side of the bridge and the use of the next larger size culvert for the bridge. SEWER INTERCEPTOR STUDY Mr. Springstead reported that due to the rapid growth on the east e e CITY OF CLERMONT MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING June 25, 1985 Page -3- side of the City, a study was needed to determine how best to move the sewage from the east side of Highway 27 to the treatment plant. The study would investigate alternate routes through the City with economic comparisons. A route utilizing the railroad property, as well as routes through other parts of the City will be investigated. No matter what route is chosen, an aerated holding tank will be needed to hold the sewage during peak hours and then pump it during off-peak hours. Mr. Springstead continued by stating that Workshops will be needed for discussions, and that it would cost $15,700 and take four months to complete the study. An aerial photograph of the City will be needed and a computer model will be run to determine the flow rate vs. the time when the sewage can be pumped in the line. Once the study is completed and a final decision is made, it would take approximately 3-1/2 to 5 years to complete the project. Cuqui Whitehead who was present in the audience asked if the project would be obsolete when completed. Mr. Springstead stated no, that it should be good for twenty years. 85-111 After a brief discussion, A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCIL MEMBER TURVILLE, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER HUFF AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED AUTHORIZING MR. SPRINGSTEAD TO COMPLETE THE STUDY. A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCIL MEMBER TURVILLE, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER HUFF AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED TO AUTHORIZE SPRINGSTEAD AND ASSOCIATES, INC. TO PROCEED WITH THE STUDY AND HAVE FUNDS TO PAY FOR THE STUDY TO COME FROM THE UTILITY DEPARTMENT CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND. JERRY JONES, JAYCEE BEACH HOUSE - REQUEST FOR OPERATIONAL CHANGES AND STRUCTURAL MODIFICATIONS Mr. Jerry Jones who leases the Jaycee Beach House appeared before Council to request permission to make several changes to the building and his permitted operation. Mr. Jones requested that he be allowed to do the following at his own expense: (1) Install a mop sink (Health Department requirement) (2) Install restroom signs on the outside of the building (3) Install an outside water fountain (4) Install a bicycle rack (5) Install six video games inside the building (6) Display can poles out side of the building (7) Install a retail ice machine outside of the building (8) Install 4' x 8' signs on the front and beach side of the building (9) Install a menu board under the outside canopy on the beach side of the building (10) Partition off part of the men's restroom and open this area to the kitchen to allow additional space for installation of the mop sink (11) Install a smoke stack in the front the building where a window was located for a barbeque cooker located inside the building In reviewing and discussing the eleven items listed above, the Council determined that the City would install the restroom signs and the bicycle rack. Due to past problems with video games and the liability involved with the smoke stack, these items were denied. e e CITY OF CLERMONT MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING June 25, 1985 Page -4- 85-112 After a lengthy discussion, A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCIL MEMBER TURVILLE, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER HUFF AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED TO TURN DOWN MR. JONES' REQUEST FOR THE SMOKE STACK AND VIDEO GAMES AND TO ALLOW ALL OTHER REQUESTS. THE CITY WILL INSTALL THE BICYCLE RACK AND THE RESTROOM SIGNS. OLD BUSINESS FINAL READING OF ORDINANCE l73-M - STREET CLOSING NORTH SIDE OF LAKE WINONA City Attorney Baird reported that the proper easement for the entire existing sewer line had been obtained, and that there were no further problems with the request. Mayor Pool called for comments from those present in the audience, and no one spoke for or against the request. 85-113 A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCIL MEMBER HUFF, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER COLE AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED BY ROLL CALL VOTE TO ADOPT ORDINANCE l73-M CLOSING A PORTION OF AN UNNAMED STREET ON THE NORTH SIDE OF LAKE WINONA. VOTING WAS AS FOLLOWS: COUNCIL MEMBERS HENRY, TURVILLE, COLE AND HUFF~ AYE AND MAYOR POOL, AYE. THE ORDINANCE WAS READ BY TITLE ONLY. GABLES RESTAURANT REQUEST FOR BEER AND WINE LICENSE Mrs. Francis Deaton who manages the Gables Restaurant appeared before Council to request a beer and wine license for the establishment. She stated that these beverages would be served with meals in the restau- rant. Normally, this request would be denied because the Gables is located less than 500' from an existing church. However, according to Mrs. Deaton, because the restaurant is a non conforming use and was "grand- fathered in", it should be allowed to have the license. . City Attorney Baird stated that the City's ordinance addressing this matter is poorly written and needs to be redrafted. He stated that the City needs to have an ordinance which addresses all properties in Clermont falling under the ordinance. It should be a case of all or none, with no exceptions. Reverend Carter of the First Baptist Church and a spokesman for the First Church of Christ Scientists expressed their opposition to the request. Reverend Carter also presented the Council with a petition stating their opposition. Council Member Huff expressed his concern of a lawsuit should the City not grant the request. 85-114 After some further discussion, A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCIL MEMBER TURVILLE, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER HENRY AND CARRIED BY A FOUR TO ONE VOTE TO DENY THE REQUEST FOR A BEER AND WINE LICENSE FOR THE GABLES RESTAURANT BASED ON THE CITY'S ORDINANCE PRESENTLY IN EFFECT. COUNCIL MEMBER HUFF VOTED NAY. COOPER MEMORIAL LIBRARY, REQUEST FOR ASSISTANCE WITH ROOF REPAIRS Mr. John Greenlee, a Member of the Cooper Memorial Library Board, appeared before Council and gave a brief history of the problems with the roof on the old part of the building. The Board chose Eustis Roofing for repairs because it is an established company in Lake County and offered what seemed to be the most sensible e e CITY OF CLERMONT MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING June 25, 1985 Page -5- method of repair for the roof. (See attached memo summarizing Library Board actions regarding the roof repairs). The work will be done for $10,350, and Mr. Greenlee requested that the City assist with the payment. Council Member Turville stated that the Library Board is respon- sible for repairs, and that the City had already budgeted $48,500 for the library this year and that he did not feel any more was warranted. Mayor Pool stated that he disagreed and favored some type of relief. Funds normally spent inside the building would now be going on top. City Manager Saunders pointed out that 20% of the City millage now goes for support of the library. 85-115 After some further discussion, A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCIL MEMBER TURVILLE, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER HUFF AND CARRIED BY A FOUR TO ONE VOTE TO DENY THE LIBRARY BOARD'S REQUEST FOR ASSISTANCE WITH PAYING FOR THE ROOF REPAIRS. MAYOR POOL VOTED NAY. NEW BUSINESS LEASE OF OFFICE SPACE - LOWER LEVEL OF CITY HALL It was reported that Lake/Sumter Community Health Center had agreed to the terms of the City's lease for offices in the Lower Level of City Hall, and are prepared to execute the same with the following minor changes incorporated into the lease: 1. Paragraph 3, Term. A termination date of December 31, 1988, instead of 1986. 2. Paragraph 5, Use and Occupancy. The word professional was inserted before office and the phrase "including counseling and outpatient therepy" was inserted. 3. Paragraph 8, Alterations. The clause "except for interior painting and wallpapering, which Lessee may do without said written consent" was added. 85-116 A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCIL MEMBER HUFF, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER COLE AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED TO ENTER INTO A LEASE AGREEMENT WITH LAKE/SUMTER COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH CENTER, INC. AS PRESENTED. PLAT APPROVAL OF WINONA HEIGHTS, A REPLAT OF A PART OF LOT 5, HERRING HOOKS ESTATE It was reported that Winona Heights is located at the northeast corner of the intersection of Lake Avenue and Lakeshore Drive, and that the plat had been reviewed and approved by the City's Subdi- vision Advisory Committee. City Attorney Baird stated that he had contacted Ben Blackburn several times and asked for a title opinion to the property. Mr. Baird stated that he still had not obtained a copy for review. He recommended approval of the plat, but the plat would not be recorded until the title opinion has been received. Mr. Kotmeir, owner of the property in question, and who was present in the audience, stated that he had a title opinion on the property and would bring it to Mr. Baird's office the following morning. . . CITY OF CLERMONT MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING June 25, 1985 Page -6- 85-117 A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCIL MEMBER HUFF, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER HENRY AND UNANIMOUSLY-CARRIED~O APPROVE THE PLAT-'O~- WINONA~EIGHTS-CONTINGENT UPON OBTAINING THE PROPER TITLE OPINION EROM MR. KOTMEIR AND SUBJECT TO REVEI~!-~. BAIRD. There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 9:55 p.m. . ~ 6J--f~ Robert A. Pool, Mayor Attest: