03-24-1981 Regular Meeting
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CITY OF CLERMONT
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REGULAR MEETING
March 24, 1981
A Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Clermont was held in the
Council Chambers on Tuesday, March 24, 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 Cole, followed by repeating of the Pledge
of Allegiance by all present.
MINUTES
Councilman Thomas requested that on page 2 of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting
held March 10, 1981 the statement regarding him as selling agent for the Lake Dot
properties be changed to General Partner. A motion was made by Councilman Thomas,
seconded by Councilman Cole and unanimously carried that the Minutes of the
Regular Meeting of March 10, 1981 be accepted with the amendment proposed by
Councilman Thomas.
Mayor Hoskinson requested that the Minutes of the Special Meeting held on March 17, 1981
be amended with the statement that the City Engineer recommended the acceptance
of Contract No.3, for the construction of water mains. A motion was made by
Councilman Pool, seconded by Councilman Cole and unanimously carried that the
the Minutes of the Special Meeting of March 17, 1981 be accepted with the amending
statement proposed by Mayor Hoskinson.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
City Manager Forbes stated that a Public Hearing would be held at the Department
of Transportation in Deland on Wednesday, March 25. He explained that the
Five Year Work Plan reflects that the four laning of Highway 50 has been
deleted from the priority list. County Commissioner Smoak was present,
enlisting his intent to appear at the meeting on behalf of this project.
PRISON WORKERS
City Manager Forbes related a telephone conversation he received mandating
the return of three of the prison work force. He stated the three workers
will return for work with the City on Monday, March 30, 1981.
HIGH SCHOOL SECURITY TRAILER
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City Manager Forbes related a request by the Lake County School Board to
place a mobile home at the rear of the high school property in order that
a security guard would be on hand at all times. He stated that a majority
of the schools in the county are facilitating guards to deter vandalism at
the schools. A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCILMAN CONLEY, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN
THOMAS AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD BE AUTHORIZED TO PLACE
A MOBILE HOME ON THE SCHOOL PROPERTY IN ORDER TO FACILITATE A SECURITY GUARD
FOR THE SCHOOL.
AERIAL BUCKET TRUCK
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City Manager Forbes explained the need for the aerial bucket truck to be
repaired and related a letter confirming the costs for labor and repairs.
He stated these repairs could be funded from the City contingency funds.
After discussion, A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCILMAN CONLEY, SECONDED BY
COUNCILMAN POOL AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED THAT THE REPAIRS TO THE AERIAL BUCKET
TRUCK BE AUTHORIZED, IN THE AMOUNT OF $5,000 AND FUNDED THROUGH CONTINGENCY FUNDS.
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MAYOR'S REPORT
LETTER OF COMMENDATION
Mayor Hoskinson related a letter received from Bob Wertz resigning from the
Clean Community Commission and commending City Manager Forbes for his con-
tributions to the commission. Mayor Hoskinson recommended that Mr. Wertz be
sent a letter of appreciation for his efforts while serving on the
Clean Community Commission.
COUNCILMAN COLE
TRASH PICK-UP
Councilman Cole asked for clarification of the standards for trash pick-up
in order that he might relay the information to other inquiring citizens.
COUNCILMAN THOMAS
GRANDHIGHWAY SIDEWALK
Councilman Thomas stated he has received several inquiries as to the possibilities
of having a sidewalk constructed along Grand Highway from East Avenue to the
Orange Hills Subdivision. City Manager Forbes explained that he has contacted
the owner of the property and he does not desire to have the sidewalk constructed.
He stated he would contact the owner again to negotiate the possibility with
the owner and his attorney and report back to Council.
COUNCILMAN CONLEY
Councilman Conley stated the weed and grass problem in Center Lake needs
immediate attention, suggesting the possibility of obtaining carp or another
alternative method of dealing with the problem. City Manager Forbes stated
he would contact the Divison of Forestry for positive direction and report
back to the Council.
COUNCILMAN POOL
Councilman Pool related conversation he has had with concerned citizens about
deteriorating boathouses and docks along Lakeshore Drive. City Manager Forbes
stated that letters have been sent to property owners relating the problems.
VARIANCE: 875 East Minnehaha Avenue, Don Tracy - C & T Irrigation
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Mr. Don Tracy appeared before Council requesting a side yard variance from
the required 12' to 5', and a rear yard variance from 25' to 8'. Mr. Tracy
explained that the new building could be built on the property, but would
require that he remove the existing building in order to meet the zoning
requirements. He requested that he be allowed to build the new structure
behind the existing one so that he can continue the operation of his two
businesses during construction. After discussion, A MOTION WAS MADE BY
COUNCILMAN CONLEY, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN THOMAS AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED
THAT THE VARIANCE BE GRANTED WITH THE STIPULATION THAT THE EXISTING STRUCTURE
BE REMOVED WITHIN ONE YEAR OF THE ISSUANCE OF THE CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY
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FOR THE NEW BUILDING, AND THAT NO OUTSIDE STORAGE BE PERMITTED.
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WATER LINE AND SEPTIC TANK REQUEST: Jay Vander Meer
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Mr. Vander Meer appeared before Council requesting that he be allowed to
connect his proposed building to the City water system, agreeing to pay
the cost of the water lines from the 8-inch main to the building. He
also requested that he be allowed to install a septic tank to service
this building only, agreeing to connect to the City sewer system if
further construction is done. After discussion, A MOTION WAS MADE BY
COUNCILMAN CONLEY, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN THOMAS AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED
THAT THE REQUEST FOR WATER CONNECTION AND SEPTIC TANK FOR ONE BUILDING
BE GRANTED FOR MR. JAY VANDER MEER, SUBJECT TO HIM BEARING THE COST OF
THE SERVICE LINES FROM THE EIGHT-INCH WATER MAIN TO THE BUILDING AND
IF MORE THAN ONE BUILDING IS PLACED ON THE PROPERTY, IT WILL BE SUBDIVIDED
AND CONNECTED TO THE CITY SEWER SYSTEM.
DICKSON SHORES PLAT
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City Manager Forbes explained that this small subdivision on the south
side of Lake Winona has been negotiated for platting for several months
due to complications of lots being sold prior to subdivision approval
by the City. The plat presented was in conformance with the City Sub-
division Ordinance, except for one lot. The Dicksons further requested
that the City waive the requirement of dedicating 5 percent of the land
area or money in lieu of dedication. The Ciwdoes have a 6 inch water
main that was constructed through one lot. After extensive discussion,
A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCILMAN CONLEY, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN POOL AND
UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED TO REJECT THE PLAT AS SUBMITTED, DUE TO THE FACT THAT
EXCEPTIONS SHOULD NOT BE MADE ON THE INITIAL APPROVAL OF A SUBDIVISION
WHICH WILL INADVERTANTLY REQUIRE EXCEPTIONS TO BE MADE AT A LATER TIME,
AND NO EVIDENT LEGAL REASONS FOR NOT COMPLYING WITH THE CITY ORDINANCE.
INTERIM FINANCING BIDS
Finance Direcor, Wayne Saunders spoke, explaining the two bids that were
submitted and opened on March 20, 1981. He stated that the Sun First National
Bank of Lake County proposed to purchase the notes at par with an annual
percentage rate of 9 percent. William R. Hough & Company proposed to pur-
chase at par value with an annual percentage rate of 10 percent. The
William R. Hough & Company stipulated further, that if the City would obtain
a "Mig 1" rating from Moody Investors Service, Inc., they would purchase
the notes at a 9 percent rate. William R. Hough & Company's bid is a
nonconforming bid due to the stated condition that their bid is subject to
the notes being noncallable.
Mr. Worth Blackwell, of William R. Hough & Company appeared before the Council
proposing an amended bid offer. Council consensus was that it would not be
in order to accept an amended bid after the official opening.
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After discussion, A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCILMAN CONLEY, SECONDED BY
COUNCILMAN THOMAS AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED THAT THE BID SUBMITTED BY SUN
FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF LAKE COUNTY TO PURCHASE $1,700,000 OF THE CITY OF
CLERMONT'S WATER AND SEWER REVENUE BOND ANTICIPATION NOTES, SERIES 1980,
AT A PURCHASE PRICE OF $1,700,000 WITH AN ANNUAL INTEREST RATE OF 9 PERCENT,
BE ACCEPTED.
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FmHA LANDSPREADING APPLICATION
City Manager Forbes explained that the application to FmHA for landspread-
ing must be submitted by March 31, 1981. He stated that the type of
agricultural crop or irrigation system will not be specified in the
application. The Legal Services Agreement, Engineering Agreement
and Loan Resolution are necessary for this application.
Bud Sampson, of Springstead & Associates spoke regarding the projected
costs for the project. He explained that costs to be submitted on the
application are higher than those submitted on the pre-application due
to more stringent requirements enacted by the Department of Environmental
Regulations. Ten additional acres are deemed necessary, due to these
new requirements. Funds to construct a holding and polishing pond
are included as a safeguard. They are not anticipated to be needed,
but should not be ruled out for funding because the possibility is
evident. Clarification was made that the requested amount for funding
is not a monetary committment, but a requested amount to be funded.
The agreements necessary for application may be amended, but
must be submitted at this time in order to complete the application.
After extensive discussion, A MOTION WAS MADE BY CeUNCILMAN POOL,
SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN THOAMAS, AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED TO ACCEPT THE
LEGAL SERVICES AGREEMENT, ENGINEERING AGREEMENT, AND LOAN RESOLUTION
AS RECOMMENDED BY THE CITY ENGINEER.
A motion was made by Councilman Thomas, seconded by Councilman Cole and
unanimously carried that the meeting adjourn. The meeting adjourned at 9:30 p.m.
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mes M. Hoskinson, Mayor
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