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HomeMy WebLinkAbout05-21-1992 Workshop Meeting® • CITYOF CLERMONT MINUTES WORKSHOP MEETING May 21, 1992 A Workshop Meeting of the City Council of the City of Clermont was held Thursday, May 21, 1992 in the City Hall Conference Room. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Pool with the following Council Members in attendance: Mayor Pro Tem Turville, Council Member Cole, and Council Member Ivey. Also present was City Manager Saunders, Police Chief Tyndal, Mr. John Berry and several of his friends and relatives. BERRY ARREST INCIDENT Mayor Pool asked that those present introduce themselves and explained that Mr. Berry had requested to address the Council concerning a recent situation involving the Police Department and his children. Mr. Berry explained the situation that had occurred at Burger King involving his children and the Police Department and stated that he felt it was an escalating problem and referred to other instances that had happened in previous years. He stated that it appeared these instances and others may possibly be leading to a racial problem in the City. Council Member Norquist joined the meeting at 7:15 p.m. Mr. Berry continued his discussion of Police Department relations with the black community. After considerable discussion by those present, the City Council thanked Mr. Berry for coming forward and presenting them with the information. Mr. Berry stated that he felt that this type of forum was what was needed to keep good communications and avoid possible problems. Mr. Berry and his group left at 7:50 p.m. TREE ORDINANCE Mr. Dale Ladd entered the meeting and explained to the Council that he has a tree located in his office front yard located on East Avenue and the staff has refused to issue a tree permit for removal. City Manager Saunders reviewed the requirements for a tree removal permit, and stated that Mr. Ladd did not meet any of these requirements. Council Members told Mr. Ladd they would review the situation further and bring the Tree Ordinance up at a later date for discussion. DOWNTOWN CLERMONT Mr. Ray Gilley and Mrs. Sue Krotky joined the meeting at this time representing the downtown committee. They updated Council Members on their recent meetings and urged Council Members to consider a downtown location for a new City Hall. They discussed the benefits of having the City Hall located in the downtown district. Mr. Gilley then discussed the possibility of a special tax district for the downtown area to fund projects for that area. It was the consensus that a town hall meeting should be CITYOF CLERMONT MINUTES WORKSHOP MEETING May 21, 1992 Page 2 held at some later date when the downtown committee has specific plans for the area and specific uses for the dollars that would be generated by a special tax district. Mr. Gilley and Mrs. Krotky left the meeting at 8:45. SOUTH LAKE DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL At 8:45 p.m. Mr. Ed Augustine and Mr. Frank Bergeau entered the meeting representing the South Lake Development Council. The stated the purpose of the meeting was to share the results of a recent survey that the Development Council had compiled regarding business retention in the area. After discussion of the survey, it was the consensus that periodic meetings should be held by the various organizations such as the Development Council and the City Council for updating of information. TRANSPORTATION SERVICES Transportation services in South Lake County were discussed. Mr. Frank Bergeau stated that there could possibly be an extension of the Metro Orlando Transit Authority System to include Lake County for commuters. A possible survey for extension of the service was discussed. Mr. Bergeau stated that he would get additional information regarding a survey from the Transit Authority. Mr. Augustine and Mr. Bergeau left the meeting at 9:45. BERRY ARREST INCIDENT City Council resumed their discussion regarding comments made by Mr. Berry regarding the Police Department's activities and their relations with the community. Several issues were discussed including the need that the training officer be well informed and not only train the officers in the technical aspect, but community relation aspect of their job. Also discussed was the possibility of training sessions in the area of public relations for all officers. JAYCEE BEACH VENDORS The Council then discussed the Jaycee Beach vendors and it was determined that the best method of a fee would be a weekly fee of $35 that must be paid each week between Memorial Day and Labor Day regardless of the number of days each week that the vendor planned to be at the beach. It was discussed that each vendor should be encouraged to be at the beach as many days as possible in order to provide the service to the beach. • CITYOF CLERMONT MINUTES WORKSHOP MEETING May 21, 1992 Page 3 It was the consensus that this would be an open franchise agreement for any vendor that meets the qualifications and would not be limited to one particular vendor for any particular product. BOARDWALK CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT CLOSE-OUT City Manager Saunders presented to the Council the request by First Renovators for additional dollars relating to the additional pylons that were needed because of the extra depth they encountered at the end of the Boardwalk. After discussion it was the consensus to place it on the Agenda for Change Order approval for extra materials and labor associated with the additional length of pylons. CHURCH FIELD DEDICATION City Manager Saunders asked if the Mayor or a Council Member would like to make an official presentation to dedicate one of our Little League fields as Church Field honoring Adolphus Church during the ceremonies to be held at the field. Mayor Pool suggested that City Manager Saunders make the presentation at the annual Little League Awards Benefit which he agreed to do. The Awards Banquet is scheduled for June 12 and the award will be made at that time. TENNIS COURT SCREENING City Manager Saunders explained that Jack Gaines requested that screening be placed on the South end of the tennis courts at Palatlakaha Recreation Area. Council requested a cost estimate before any further discussion. SIDEWALK BUDGET City Manager Saunders explained to the Council that the money placed in this year's budget for sidewalk construction was designated for repairs of sidewalks rather than construction of new sidewalks. However, some small sections were felt necessary to be done for safety reasons, one being to extend the sidewalk that now ends at the north end of the Palatlakaha Recreation Area on 12th Street approximately 100' north past the Thomas home. He explained that the pedestrian traffic is heavy in this area with people going from the shopping area to the park and this would help avoid potential problems. ANNEXATION AND REZONING REQUEST - MOHAWK ROAD Council then discussed the annexation request and rezoning request of the property located on Mohawk Road that will be coming before them in June. • CITY OF CLERMONT MINUTES WORKSHOP MEETING May 21, 1992 Page 4 WATER LINE EXTENSION SOUTH OF THE CITY LIlVIITS The Council then discussed the extension of water lines South of the City limits in detail. City Manager Saunders explained that the County funding was questionable and that approximately $1,200,000 will be needed in addition to the dollars provided by DER for the project. City Manager Saunders explained that Lake Utilities, Inc. is requesting from the Public Service Commission the expansion of their service area to include the entire area south of the City that was included in the feasibility study for the line extension. He explained that there will be a lengthy process with the PSC and requested the Council's direction. After discussion, the Council agreed that objections should be submitted, but they did not see the need for hiring additional counsel to aggressively oppose the request. Meeting adjourned at 11:50 p.m. Attest: J eph . V n le, City Clerk Robert A. Pool, Mayor