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03-08-1983 Regular Meeting e CITY OF CLERMONT e MINUTES REGULAR MEETING March 8,,1983 A Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Clermont was held March 8, 1983 in the City Council Chambers. The Meeting was called to order by Mayor Beals at 7:30 p.m. with the following Council Members in attendance: Mayor Pro Tern Pool, Lester Cole, Ann Dupee, and Hal Turville. Other City Officials present were: City Manager Forbes, City Attorney Baird, Finance Director Saunders, and Deputy City Clerk Brandt. The Invocation was offered by City Manager Forbes, followed by the repeating of the Pledge of Allegiance by all present. MINUTES The Minutes of the Regular Meeting held February 22, 1983 were approved as presented with the following addition: The word "over" should be inserted in front of 50% on line 3, page 2 of the Minutes. The Minutes of the Workshop Meeting held March 1, 1983 were approved as presented. CITY MANAGER I S REPORT WORKSHOP SCHEDULE City Manager Forbes stated that if it was convenient for all the Council Members, the third Tuesday of each month would be a good time to schedule Workshop Meetings, and suggested that one be scheduled for next Tuesday. It was the consensus of the Council to hold a Workshop Meeting at 7:00 p.m. in the City Hall Confer- ence Room on Tuesday, March 15th. PLANNING AND ZONING SEMINAR It was reportedr that if there were no Council objections, the City would pay the registration fees for three members of the Planning and Zoning Commission to attend a Planning Seminar sponsored by Valencia Community College on March 17th. It was the consensus of the Council to pay the registration fees. JAYCEE BEACH BOAT RAMP IMPROVEMENTS It was reported that the contractor for the boat ramp improvements anticipates beginning work next week. CLERMONT HOTEL Mayor Beals inquired as to the status of the Clermont Hotel, stating that he believed that Mr. Buttitta I s twenty days to respond:: to our suit had expired. City Manager Forbes stated that it was his under- standing that Mr. Buttitta had twenty days from the date of service to respond, and that to his knowledge Mr. Buttitta had not been served by Orange County as of this date. Mayor Beals reiterated his position by stating that he wanted this matter handled as expeditiously as possible to bring an end to this "eyesore". COUNCIL MEMBER DUPEE I S REPORT EAST CENTRAL FLORIDA REGIONAL PLANNING COUNCIL Council Member Dupee reported that during the last East Central Florida Regional Planning Council Meeting a more visual presentation of the In- land Shelter Program was presented. She also stated that ECFRPC Chair- man, Sandra Glenn, would be the guest speaker at the March 18th Chamber of Commerce Luncheon. The luncheon at Tiffany's would be limited to seventy and reservations should be made if you plan to attend. e CITY OF CLERMONT e MINUTES REGULAR MEETING March 8, 1983 Page -2- COOPER MEMORIAL LIBRARY It was reported that each library participating in the countywide library system had received $10,000 from the establishment fund,and this money must be spent by September 30, 1983. The remaining $16,420 of the grant has been placed in the County Office and is earmarked to buy equipment which would not be affordable to local libraries without this grant. COUNCIL MEMBER COLE'S REPORT CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING Council Member Cole reported that he had attended the Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors Meeting on March 7th and some .of the'" topics6fd~scussion covered were: The proposed South Lake County Annex, the proposed Quarterly Joint Meeting with the City Council, and the status of the railroad in Clermont. VISITORS WITH BUSINESS COUNTY COMMISSIONER CLAUDE SMOAK - SOUTH LAKE COUNTY ANNEX County Commissioner Claude Smoak appeared before the Council to explain and ask for support for a South Lake County Annex. He stated that this proposed annex had been in the discussion stage for the past ten years, and he would like to bring it to fruition. He stated that the County is suffering from a shortage of space, and that most of the Constitutionally Elected Officials have enthusiastically accepted the annex concept ,with the exception of the Court System. He explained the types of services which could be offered at the annex and some of the problems which could be encountered. At the conclusion of his presentation, Commissioner Smoak asked for the Council's endorsement of the proposed South Lake Annex and if the City would commit the old library building for the 83-035 County's use. After much discussion, A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCIL MEMBER DUPEE, SECONDED BY .COUNCIL MEMBER COLE AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED TO PASS A RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF THE SOUTH LAKE COUNTY ANNEX CONCEPT. After fur- ther discussion, it was the consensus of the Council to give due consider- ation to the County's possible use of the old library building. City Manager Forbes was instructed to notify the College of the City's intent, and to assure them that the City would make every effort to work with them to find another building for classes. ANDREW MORRIS - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR 610 WEST LAKESHORE DRIVE Mayor Beals explained that Mr. Morris was requesting a Conditional Use Permit to add a carport and enclosed porch to his duplex. This duplex is located in a Single Family Zone (R-l-A) which makes it a nonconform- ing use, and the Zoning Ordinance prohibits the expansion of a non con- forming use except by a CUP. Mr. Morris' site plan and request was for a carport,. ::However, Mrs. Morris stated that behind the carport will be an additional bedroom and bath. The rear part of the building was al- ready enclosed, and the Building Department had issued a Stop Work Order until the Planning and Zoning Commission could act on the matter. The Planning and Zoning Commission, at their meeting on March 1, 1983 recommended that the Code Enforcement Board consider this matter be- cause the owner began work without the proper permits. However, they failed to make a recommendation on this. Jack Sargent, Chairman of the P&Z stated that it was the intent of the Commission to deny the request. Buck Evans, a P&Z member stated that he made the motion on this matter and intended to include a recommendation that this request be denied. Mayor Beals then read a letter from Merle M. Bright who favored the requested improvements to the Morris property, and called for any comments from those present in the audience. Mr. Ray Cochran spoke on behalf of Mr. Louis Kotmair in opposition to the proposed CUP due to the erroneous deeds involved with both parties. No one else spoke for or against the Conditional Use Permit. After much discussion, e CITY OF CLERMONT - MINUTES REGULAR MEETING March 8, 1983 Page -3- 83-036 A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCIL MEMBER COLE, SECONDED BY COUNCIL ~lliMBER POOL AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED TO TABLE THIS MATTER INDEFINITELY, AND SENT IT BACK TO THE PLANNING AND ZONING, COMMISSION FOR A DECISION. RESOLUTION NO. 419 - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR 769 WEST MONTROSE STREET - MICHAEL HOSKINSON It was reported that Resolution No. 419 grants a Conditional Use Permit to allow a,two story addition for one residential unit in a C-2 Central Business District Zone. Mr. Hoskinson had requested permission to build a two story apartment behind his existing barber shop. Apartments are a conditional use in a C-2/CBD Zone, provided that all the requirements of the R-3 Residential/Professional Zone are met. Mr. Hoskinson appeared before the Council requesting that the Conditional Use Permit be granted to allow the construction of his apartment, and stated that he would be living in it. Mayor Beals read a letter from V.J. Fechtel who was in favor of the proposed apartment, and then called for any comments from those present in the audience. Mr. Joe Washuta also spoke in favor of this matter. No one spoke in opposition to the request. City Manager Forbes commended Mr. Hoskinson for his cooperation and consideration for the adjoining property owners when drawing up his plans. He also gave an explanation of the Zoning Ordinance as it relates to this matter, and informed Mr. Hoskinson that his proposed two story addition contained 500 square feet of living space per floor which is only enough area for one single family unit. At a future date, the building could not be divided into two apartments under the present building codes. After some 83-037 discussion, A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCIL MEMBER TURVILLE, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER COLE AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED TO PASS RESOLUTION NO. 419 GRANTING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO ALLOW A TWO STORY ADDITION FOR ONE RESIDENTIAL UNIT IN A C-2/CBD ZONE LOCATED AT 769 WEST MONTROSE STREET; PARTS OF LOTS 13 & 15 , BLOCK 81, CLERMONT CITY BLOCKS.AND SUBJECT TO THE NINE CONDITIONS LISTED IN THE RESOLUTION. THE VOTING WAS AS FOLLOWS: COUNCIL MEMBER DUPEE, AYE; COUNCIL MEMBER POOL., AYE; COUNCIL MEMBER COLE, AYE; COUNCIL MEMBER TURVILLE, AYE; AND MAYOR BEALS, AYE. THE RESOLUTION WAS READ IN ITS ENTIRETY. RESOLUTION NO. 420 - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR.1153 TENTH STREET - ED AUGUSTINE AND MARCELLUS BUCHANAN Mr. Ed Augustine appeared before the Council requesting a Conditional Use Permit to build two additional residential storage buildings; one to be built immediately and the other to be constructed within two years. They would be built within the fenced area now occupied by his existing build- ing. It was explained that Resolution No. 420 amends and supercedes Reso- lution No. 398 which was granted for the original building. Mayor Beals asked for comments from the audience, and no one spoke for or against the proposed buildings. City Manager Forbes stated that he was pleased with Mr. Augustine's existing building and the manner in which it is maintained. The Clermont Zoning Ordinance allows residential storage facilities as a 83-038 conditional use in a C-2 Zone. After some discussion, A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCIL MEMBER DUPEE, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER POOL AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED TO PASS RESOLUTION NO. 420 GRANTING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO ALLOW TWO ADDITIONAL RESIDENTIAL STORAGE FACILITIES IN A C-2 GENERAL COMMERCIAL ZONE LOCATED AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF CHESTNUT AND TENTH STREETS (1153 TENTH STREET) SUBJECT TO THE FIFTEEN CONDITIONS LISTED IN THE RESOLUTION. VOTING WAS AS FOLLOWS: COUNCIL MEMBER TURVILLE, AYE; COUNCIL MEMBER COLE, AYE; COUNCIL MEMBER DUPEE, AYE; COUNCIL MEMBER POOL, AYE; AND MAYOR BEALS, AYE. THE RESOLUTION WAS READ IN ITS ENTIRETY. OLD BUSINESS BID AWARD - DRAINAGE PIPE/PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT It was explained that Southern Culvert was the low bidder for materials - needed to construct a storm sewer line and -retention area on Minneola Avenue between East Avenue and Crystal Lake, and it was recommended that 83-039 we accept their low bid. After some discussion, A MOTION WAS MADE BY e CITY OF CLERMONT e MINUTES REGULAR MEETING March 8, 1983 Page -4- COUNCIL MEMBER COLE, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER TURVILLE, AND UNANI- MOUSLY CARRIED TO ACCEPT THE LOW BID FROM SOUTHERN CULVERT FOR THE FOLLOWING MATERIALS: 12" ACCMP . ..... . . . . $ 4. 89 12" ACCMP Bands. . . . . . . .. 4.89 2 4 " RCP . . . . . . . . . . .. 11 . 9 0 18 " RCP . . . . . . .. 7 . 8 0 29x18" Pipe Arch ACCMP . . . .. 9.53/ft. 29x18" Pipe Arch ACCMP Bands 9.53 ea. INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCE l50-M - REZONING LOTS 11,12,13,18,19, and 20 OF BLOCK Q CITY OF CLEID10NT LETTERED BLOCKS Mayor Beals explained that this Ordinance would rezone the above de- scribed property from an R-2 Medium Density Zoning classification to an R-3 Residential/Professional Zoning classification which would allow multiple family dwellings. This Ordinance was introduced by Council Member Pool by title only. INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCE l5l-M - ABANDONING A PORTION OF BROOME STREET Mayor Beals explained that this Ordinance would abandon a portion of Broome Street bounded on the west by the northerly extension of the west line of Lot 13, Block Q and bounded on the east by the northerly extension of the east line of Lot 11, Block Q. This Ordinance was introduced by Council Member Pool by title only. INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCE 232-C - AMENDING CHAPTER 11, HEALTH & SANITATION Mayor Beals explained that this Ordinance amends Chapter 11 of the City Code on Health and Sanitation. Sections of the Code dealing with certi- fying doctors and food service have been deleted because the City is no longer responsible for these matters; Article III on Citrus Treatment has been repealed because the use of all chemicals is now under the Department of Agriculture, Health Department, and the Environmental Pro- tection Agency. Article IV on Rat Control has been updated to insure consistent penalties and terminology are used. This Ordinance was intro- duced by Council Member Turville by title only. INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCE 233-C - AMENDING CHAPTER 14, OFFENSES Mayor Beals explained that this Ordinance amends Chapter 14, Offenses by repealing certain sections dealing with offenses covered by State Laws. The City Attorney and Chief of Police carefully reviewed the Chapter to insure that the Ordinance is current and not in conflict with State Laws. The Ordinance was introduced by Council Member Cole by title only. COMMENTS Jackie Ulch requested that the City look into the possibility of placing bleachers at the tennis courts located at the corner of Minneola Avenue and Fifth Street, to allow spectators to watch matches. City Manager Forbes stated that he would look into this matter and get back with Mr. Ulch. Council Member Dupee stated that Gail Yemington had contacted her about the possibility of having a voice and drama class as part of the Summer Recreation Program. City Manager Forbes stated that he would pass this information on to the Parks and Recreation Board. Council Member Turville inquired as to the status of the FAC Mayors' Cup Regatta to be held at Jaycee Beach on March 26th. City Manager Forbes stated that he would have more information next week as to the number and names of participating schools, and would get back with the Council at that time. e CITY OF CLERMONT e MINUTES REGULAR MEETING March 8, 1983 Page -5- The Meeting adjourned at 8:45 p.m. Attest: ,e~~~~ Clerk Jl.g13. ~ Charles B. Beals, Mayor