06-25-1985 Regular Meeting
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CITY OF CLERMONT
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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.
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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
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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.
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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
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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.
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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.
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Robert A. Pool, Mayor
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