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NOVEMBER 10, 1992
A Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Clermont was held Tuesday,
November 10, 1992 in the Council Chambers. The meeting was called to order at
7:30 p.m. by Mayor Pool with the following Council Members present: Mayor Pro
Tem~ Turville, Council Member Cole, Council Member Ivey, and Council Member
Norquist. Other City Officials present were City Manager Saunders, City Attorney
Baird, Finance Director Van Zile, and Deputy City Clerk Whitlock.
INVOCATION
The Invocation was offered by Council Member Ivey followed by the repeating of The
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag by all present.
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The minutes of the Regular Meeting held October 27, 1992 and the Workshop
Meeting held October 20, 1992 were approved as presented.
CITY MANAGER SAUNDERS' REPORT
Clermont Elks Club Turkey Shoot
City Manager Saunders stated that the Clermont Elks Club has asked to hold their
annual Turkey Shoot in the City limits in an open field on the west side of Bob Wade
Ford on November 21. There is an Ordinance regarding discharging of firearms in
the City limits, however, permission can be received from the Police Chief. The Elks
Club will have 10 members present at the event and they expect about 200 people, but
usually no more than 10-15 people at one time. They have furnished proof of proper
insurance, and other possible restrictions have been investigated.
9 2-18 5 After discussion, a_ motion was made by Council Member Ivey seconded
by Council Member Cole and carried unanimously to approve the
Clermont Elks Club Turkey Shoot on November 21.
Highway Beautification Grant
City Manager Saunders stated that Karen Turville, Beautification Committee
Chairman, has scheduled the DOT Highway Beautification Grant first planting for
November 21 at the intersection of Highway 27 and Highway 50 from 8:00 a.m. to
noon. Volunteers are asked to bring shovels and gloves.
Clean-Up Clermont Week
City Manager Saunders stated that next week is Clean Up Clermont Week and extra
trash pickup will be provided.
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University of Florida Meeting Regarding Center Lake
A meeting has been scheduled with representatives from the aquatic division of the
University of Florida for Thursday, November 19 at 10:00 a.m. The meeting will
begin at City Hall, and will tour Center Lake.
Cooper Memorial Library Fund Raiser
Cooper Memorial Library is planning a fund raiser for January 16. They are planning
to have an auction and request that fees be waived at Jenkins Auditorium for this
event. They are also planning on serving wine and cheese, which can be discussed
when the Jenkins Auditorium Regulations agenda item is discussed later on in the
meeting.
92-186 A motion was made by Council Member Norquist, seconded by Council
Member Ivey, and carried unanimously to waive the fees at Jenkins
Auditorium for the Cooper Memorial Library auction scheduled for
January 16.
COUNCIL MEMBER COLE'S REPORT
Council Member Cole reported he attended the annual Board Meeting for the Lake
Community Action Agency last Friday night. About 300 people attended the event.
MAYOR POOL'S REPORT
Mayor Pool reported he received a Certificate for Excellence in financial reporting for
the City of Clermont. He congratulated Finance Director Van Zile and stated this was
the fourth continuous year the City has received this recognition.
VISITORS WITH BUSINESS
Downtown Development Committee, Proposal of Two Entrance Signs
Susan Krotky, Chair of the Downtown Merchant's Association stated the association
was formed this year on October 12. She introduced members Robert Porter and
Denise Pike. They have determined there needs to be direction from Highway 50 as
to where the downtown area is, and they are requesting approval to install signs at the
intersection of 8th and Highway 50. Several designs have been proposed, all
incorporating the City logo, and the Downtown Merchant's Association will meet to
decide on the design at their November 23rd meeting. Two 4' x 8' signs are
proposed, and will be wood-routed or laminated. They are also requesting the City
donate landscaping materials up to $100 to be placed around the signs, plus provide
maintenance of the landscaping.
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City Manager Saunders stated the Council needs to approve Off-Site Advertising for
these signs. The Association will return to Council on November 24 with their
proposed design for Council approval. They will meet with City personnel for the
exact location of the signs, and also with the Beautification Committee regarding the
landscaping.
NEW BUSINESS
Solid Waste Disposal, Lake County Tipping Fees
City Manager Saunders explained that a letter has been received from Lake County
requesting that the City start paying 100 % of the tipping fees beginning with the
October billing. The City has been withholding 20.3 % of the fees because of the
inequity in the fee structure.
Lake County has now adopted an assessment for unincorporated households and~the
assessment is included on the November tax bills. However, the assessment still
contains fees for services that do not provide any benefit to cities such as recycling
costs of $3.63 and transfer station costs of $.81 (according to the County's last
consultant report). The County wants the full amount of $62.32 per ton paid and
promises to re-evaluate after one year and issue a refund to the cities for any costs
that do not benefit them.
Council Member Turville speculated the if County doesn't know what the service cost
break-down is today, they probably wouldn't know the costs next year either. City
Manager Saunders confirmed that the County has not set the system up to account for
specific cost breakdowns. Council Member Ivey asked if the City has used the
County's recycling people. City Manager Saunders stated that the County applies for
a state-wide recycling grant and the City gets a portion of the money received,
however, the County would apply for the grant anyway.
92-187 After considerable discussion, a motion was made by Council Member
Turville. seconded by Council Member Cole and carried unanimously to
bePin DavinQ $57.88 per ton tipping fees to Lake County holding the
amounts o 3.63 oer ton (recycling) and $ 81 per ton (transfer station,
fees in an escrow account.
Employee Medical Coverage
City Manager Saunders stated that employee medical coverage is reviewed each year
at this time and was discussed in detail at the November 10 Workshop. Anew
administrator agreement with Executive Risk Consultants is recommended for a three
year period which will be very close to the same rate as the City has been paying.
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92-188 A motion was made by Council Member Norquist seconded by Council
Member Turville. and carried unanimously to approve the three ;near
administrator contract with Executive Risk Consultants.
City Manager Saunders stated changes to coverages which were discussed at the
Workshop will include a new prescription drug card program with Scripts Drug Card,
and a new Allscript Service Agreement for mail in prescriptions.
92-189 A motion was made by Council Member Norquist seconded by Council
Member Ivey. and carried unanimously to approve the.~roposed changes
in coverages and the agreements with Scripts Drug Card and Allscrz~t
Service.
City Manager Saunders explained that a rate adjustment of 5 % is recommended
effective January 1. The program is self-insured and maintained at as close to a
break-even situation as possible. There is a $5,000 deficit now, but a 5 % increase
should maintain the account through next year. A 10 % contingency is included in the
budget.
Employee coverage is paid in full by the City, however, the 5 % rate adjustment will
affect 16 employees that have family coverage.
92-190 A motion was made by Council Member Norquist seconded by Council
Member Cole. and carried unanimously to approve the S % rate
adjustment for medical coverage e,,,~`ective January 1 1993.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Planning & Zoning Commission Appointment
City Manager Saunders stated that Mr. Buck Evans resigned after approximately 13
years on the Planning & Zoning Commission. Mayor Pool expressed his appreciation
for Mr. Evans long years of service and asked that a letter be sent from the City
thanking him.
Four citizens have expressed their interest in serving, including Mr. Jim Hoskinson,
Mrs. Rosie Mulholland, Mr. Bill Rauch, and Mr. James Welborn. Discussion
followed regarding a possible conflict of interest with Mrs. Rosie Mulholland working
for the DNR. City Attorney Baird thought there had been a previous decision
regarding conflict of interest for this situation. City Manager Saunders stated that the
Planning & Zoning Commission did not make decisions, they make recommendations
to Council.
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92-191 A motion was made by Council Member Turville to_nlace Mrs. Rosie
Mulholland's name in nomination. Mavor Pool submitted Mr James
Hoskinson's name in nomination. Council Member Ivey moved
nominations cease. Mr. James Hoskinson was appointed as a Planning
& Zoning Commission Member with four votes Council Member
Turville cast his vote for Mrs. Rosie Mulholland.
Mayor Pool appreciated the interest of all the excellent candidates for this position and
asked that letters be sent to each.
Jenkins Auditorium Request for Change in Regulations
City Manager Saunders stated the Chamber of Commerce has recommended that the
regulations for Jenkins Auditorium be amended to prohibit the use of alcohol. This
was discussed at the last Workshop, and the consensus was that there should be no
open bars. However, it was felt that wine, punch, or champagne in conjunction with
food should be allowed so that various functions can still be held at the facility. Mr.
Howard Stockton, Chamber Manager was concerned that supervision be provided if
any alcohol was allowed.
Council Member Ivey stated that there were other facilities available where alcohol
can be served such as the Elks or Lake Ridge Winery. He felt that no alcohol should
be allowed, and also expressed concern as to what liability falls on the City from a
lawsuit where damage is done by someone who has consumed alcohol at Jenkins.
92-192 After considerable discussion, a motion was made by Council Member
Cole. seconded by Council Member Norquist and carried our to one
with Council Member Ivey voting nav to amend the regulations for
Jenkins Auditorium to allow only wine champagne or punch bowls
served in conjunction with food.
The fee structure was discussed and no changes were suggested. Council Member
Turville asked that Council be informed of any damages that occur to Jenkins.
PUBLIC COMl~~NTS
Mr. Howard Stockton, Chamber Director stated that he had been with the Chamber
for two months and that he was very appreciative of the support received from the
City. He stated that he will continue to work very closely with the City.
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There being no further business or discussion, the meeting adjourned at 8:51 p. m.
Robert A. Pool, Mayor
Attest:
e h .Van ' e, ity Clerk