04-14-1981 Regular Meeting
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CITY OF CLERMONT
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REGULAR MEETING
April 14, 1981
A Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Clermont was
held in the Council Chambers on Tuesday, April 14, 1981. The
meeting was called to order by Mayor Hoskinson at 7:30 p.m. with
the following Councilmen in attendance: Lester Cole, Michael Conley,
Robert Pool, and Dennis Thomas. Other City Officials present were:
City Manager Forbes, City Attorney Baird, Finance Director Saunders,
and City Clerk Rozar.
The Invocation was offered by Councilman Pool, followed by repeating
of the Pledge of Allegiance by all present.
MINUTES
A motion was made by Councilman Cole, seconded by Councilman Thomas
and unanimously carried that the Minutes of the March 24, 1981
meeting be approved as presented.
CITY HANAGER' S REPORT
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
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City Manager Forbes stated that the DOT is requesting a person
be designated to sign forms for temporary closing of state roads.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCILMAN CONLEY, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN
POOL AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED THAT THE MAYOR BE AUTHORIZED TO
SIGN NECESSARY FORMS FOR TEMPORARY CLOSING OF STATE ROADS
ISSUED TO THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION.
"CLERMONT CLEAN COMMUNITY DAY"
City Manager Forbes stated that the Village Square Association
is requesting MOBtrose Street be closed between Seventh and
Eighth Streets on May 9, 1981 for "Clermont Clean Community Day."
He stated that they would also be placing a banner over the
street. It was the consensus of the Council that there were
no problems with this request.
SOUTH LAKE FIRE DISTRICT
City Manager Forbes requested authorization to negotiate, along
with the City Attorney to draw a contract, setting a fee and
terms for dispatching services for the South Lake Fire District.
Council consensus was to give the City Manager and City Attorney
authorization, keeping in mind potential liabilities.
LAKE COUNTY POLLUTION CONTROL BOARD
City Manager Forbes stated he attended the Lake County Pollution
Control Board Meeting April 13, and the City's variance was
approved for another six months.
LANDSPREADING ALTERNATIVES
The City Manager stated that the Lake Soil and Water Conservation
Service is willing to help in analyzing the landspreading site
and determining the proper irrigation system. However, since
the new director will not be starting until the day before the
planned workshop meeting, it will be a few months before they
can have this information available.
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WORKSHOP MEETING
City Manager Forbes recommended that the planned Workshop Meeting
be held Tuesday, April 21, 1981 at 5:00 p.m. in the City Manager's
office. Council consensus was to accept this recommendation.
CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORT
Smith vs. City
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Mr. Ba~rd explained that a lawsuit filed against the City last
year for alleged damage to citrus trees when the City was construct-
ing the sewer system is being negotiated for settlement. He
requests approval to propose a settlement of $750, which is the
appraised value of the trees. A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCILMAN CONLEY,
SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN THOMAS AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED THAT THE
CITY ATTORNEY BE AUTHORIZED TO PROPOSE A $750 SETTLEMENT, TO BE
PAID THROUGH CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUNDS.
FINANCE DIRECTOR'S REPORT
Mr. Saunders reported that the City has received the Draw Down
Schedules for the Water System Improvements and proposals for
investment of the note proceeds will be accepted until Monday,
April 20, 1981, at 4:00 p.m.
MAYOR'S REPORT
POLICE PROTECTION
Mayor Hoskinson stated in clarification of a press article, that
the City Council has not made a formal proposal for police
protection to the City of Minneola.
PLANNING AND ZONING COMHISSION
Mayor Hoskinson related a letter of resignation from Laura Cook
from the Planning and Zoning Commission. Council consensus was
to appoint a new member at the next regular meeting, and a letter
of appreciation to be sent to Mrs. Cook.
PRIVATE PROPERTY WEEK
Mayor Hoskinson stated he has issued a proclamation, proclaiming
April 19 through 25 as "Private Property Wee," in conjunction
with the National Association of Realtors.
COUNCILMAN CONLEY
Councilman Conley inquired on the status of obtaining carp or
an alternative method of controlling the weed and grass growth
in Center Lake. City Manager Forbes reported that application
has been made to obtain fish to control the aquatic weed.
COUNCILMAN THOMAS
Councilman Thomas reported he had attended the recent Library Board
Meeting and was asked that he express their appreciation to the
City for the help in the landscaping project.
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COUNCILM.A.N COLE
Councilman Cole stated a sign should be placed on Disston Ave.
between Pitt and DeSoto Streets, designating children at play.
City Manager Forbes stated he will look into the matter.
LAKE DOT VILLAS: UTILITY BENEFIT FEE GRACE PERIOD EXTENSION
Councilman Dennis Thomas, General Partner of Lake Dot Villas,
excused himself from this portion of the meeting~
Bob Thompson appeared before the Council requesting that an
extension of 45 days be granted, exempting the Ticlaw Developers
from paying the required Utility Benefit Fees. Mr. Thompson
stated the developers of this project, did not forsee the
complications a condominium presents in relation to an apartment
complex. He further stated that every aspect in preparation
for construction has been completed, however, the condominium
documents that are filed with the state have not been returned,
and construction cannot begin without the return of the state
approved condo documents. Mr. Thompson stated that there was
clearly an internal lack of communication among the Ticlaw
Developers, causing the oversight that an extension request
would be necessary.
City Manager Forbes stated that consideration should be given
to the initial intent of the grace period authorized by the City.
It was explained that the purpose of the grace period was to
prevent penalizing persons that had obtained building permits
that had not undergone the City review procedures, and at the
same time eliminate permits being issued on speculation in order
to avoid the fees. City Manager Forbes requested that the
Minutes reflect his recommendation that an extension of time
exempting Ticlaw Developers from the City Utility Benefit Fees
not be granted.
After some discussion, A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCILMAN POOL AND
SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN COLE THAT A NINETY DAY EXTENSION OF GRACE
BE EXTENDED TO THE TICLAW DEVELOPERS, FROM APRIL 1, EXEMPTING
THEM FROM PAYING THE REQUIRED UTILITY BENEFIT FEES ESTABLISHED
BY THE CITY. UPON ROLL CALL VOTE: Councilman Cole voting yea,
Councilman Pool voting yea, Councilman Conley voting nay,
Mayor Hoskinson voting nay; the motion failed.
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A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCILMAN POOL AND SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN
COLE TO EXTEND THE EXEMPTION PERIOD FOR TICLAW DEVELOPERS TO
JUNE 1, 1981 at 5:00 p.m., AND AT THAT TIME THEY WOULD BE
REQUIRED TO PAY THE REQUIRED UTILITY BENEFIT FEES IF CONSTRUCTION
HAS NOT BEEN STARTED. UPON ROLL CALL VOTE: Councilman Cole
voting yea, Councilman Conley voting yea, Councilman Pool voting
yea, and Mayor Hoskinson voting nay; the extension was granted.
Councilman Thomas re-entered the meeting at this time.
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VARIANCE: 144 E. Highway 50, Don Craig
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It was explained that Mr. Craig is requesting a rear yard setback
of 20' 6", from the required 25' in order to construct an addition
to his Sporting Goods Business. After discussion, A MOTION WAS
MADE BY COUNCILMAN CONLEY, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN COLE AND
UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED TO GRANT THE VARIANCE TO 144 E. Highway 50.
Mayor Hoskinson stated his concern on the approval of the
variance, but because we granted a similar one recently to
Cumberland Farms, he has voted yea.
TENT REVIVAL: Tom Miller
Tom Miller appeared before the Council requesting permission to
hold a tent revival in the vacant lot east of City Hall. He
stated the owner had approved the use of the lot and he does
have liability insurance. The services would be held from
April 17 through May 1, 1981, starting at 7:30 p.m. closing at
approximately 10:30 or 11:00 p.m.
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After discussion, A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCILMAN CONLEY, SECONDED
BY COUNCILMAN THOMAS AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED TO GRANT PERMISSION
FOR THE TENT REVIVAL WITH THE FOLLOWING STIPULATIONS: THERE MUST
BE AN APPROPRIATE ELECTRIC HOOKUP, FIREPROOF TENT, PORTA-TOILETS,
OBTAIN AN OCCUPATIONAL LICENSE, AND FURNISH A $75 TRASH DEPOSIT,
WHICH IS REFUNDABLE IF THE GROUNDS ARE LEFT IN ORDER.
BROOME STREET PAVING
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Bud Sampson, representative for Springstead & Associates,
explained the plans, specifications and approximate costs for
the construction of Broome Street from Fourth to Fifth Street.
Doc Jones, a major property owner was present in support of the project
City Attorney Baird explained Resolution No. 368, stating that
this resolution authorizes preparation and publication of an
assessment roll, and a public hearing on the assessments to be
held on May 26, 1981. A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCILMAN
THOMAS, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN COLE AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED TO
ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 368.
VOLUNTARY ANNEXATION
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Due to the absence of a representative of the property to be
annexed, A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCILMAN POOL, SECONDED BY
COUNCILMAN COLE AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED THAT THE ISSUE BE
TABLED UNTIL A REPRESENTATIVE IS PRESENT.
DICKSON SHORES PLAT
City Manager Forbes stated that the final plat has been changed
to comply totally with the City's Subdivision Ordinance.
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A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCILMAN CONLEY, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN COLE
AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED THAT THE PLAT BE ACCEPTED WITH A WAIVER
OF SIDEWALKS AND THE 5 PERCENT LAND VALUE REQUIRED FOR PARKS.
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ODOPHUS TANKS
City Manager Forbes explained that the City has leased two
Odophus Tanks for two years, and now has the option to buy
the tanks with all lease costs deducted from the $6,000
purchase price. However, the City may continue to lease the
tanks at $500 per year, and the factory representative believes
that this additional rental fee could also be applied toward
the purchase of the tanks.
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A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCILMAN CONLEY AND SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN
THOMAS TO TABLE THIS ISSUE UNTIL THE FACTORY REPRESENTATIVE
VERIFIES THAT LEASE FEES COULD BE APPLIED TO THE PURCHASE PRICE.
A motion was made by Councilman Pool, seconded by Councilman Thomas,
and unanimously carried that the meeting adjourn. The meeting adjourned
at 9:30 p.m.
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.. ames M. Hoskinson, Mayor