08-04-1959 Regular Meeting
REGULAR MEETING
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A regular meeting of the City Council of the City of
Clermont was held in the office of the City Clerk on Tuesday,
August 4, 1959. The meeting was called to order by the Chr.
Charles Roe, at approximately 7:30 P.M. with the following
Council members present: Oswalt, Christenson and Boyd. Absent:
Middleton. Other officials present were: Mayor Hullinger,
Clerk Johnson, Deputy Clerk Dolores Williams, City Attorney
Morse, Sup't. Sheldon, Police Chief Tyndal and Patrolman J. B.
Fullwood. Others present were: A delegation from the Clermont
Chamber of Commerce headed by Mr. Paul Mann, Mrs. Rosemary
Young, Mr. Charles Root, Mr. W. H. McQuistion and representative
of the local Press.
The minutes of the adjourned meeting held July 21, 1959,
were read and approved as corrected. The minutes of the Special
meeting held July 23, 1959, were read and approved.
Mr. Paul Mann, President of the Clermont Chamber of Commerce,
submitted the Chambers proposed budget for this fiscal year.
Mr. Mann also gave the Council a brief outline of work being
done by the Chamber of Commerce and extended his thanks for help
and cooperation from the City. Chr. Roe thanked Mr. Mann for
appearing before the Council and assured him that their request
for financial assist~ce from the City would be given every con-
sideration at the Budget meeting.
Mr. O. H. Keene made the following proposal to the City -
That in return for a deed to the following described property,
Commencing from the Southwest
corner of Gov't. Lot 3, Section 25,
Township 22 South, Range 25 East;
run North 67.3 feet to the North
right-of-way line of Lake Drive for
point of beginning; run thence North
approximately 175 feet to the Northern
edge of sawgrass area marked on the
plat herewith; thence starting at the
beginning point, run Northeast along
the North boundary line of Lake Drive
a distance of 130 feet; thence North
to the Northern boundary line of saw
grass area; thence West along the Northern
boundary line of said sawgrass area to
intersect the line first above described.
he would pump in and construct a beach along the shore of Lake
Winona from the property in question to the Dickson property.
Mr. Keene further stated that if the City was agreeable to his
proposal, that they prepare the deed and place same in escrow
at the Citizens Bank of Clermont to be held until he had com-
pleted his part of the agreement at which time the deed would
be delivered to him. Motion by Mr. Oswalt, seconded by Mr.
Christenson and unanimously carried, that the City accept Mr.
Keene's proposal and that City Attorney Morse be instructed to
prepare the necessary deed and that it be placed in escrow at
the Citizens Bank of Clermont. Mr. Keene's proposal to the
City is a part of these minutes and appears immediately follow-
ing these minutes.
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Mr. Charles Root discussed with City Attorney Morse, the
possibility of having the Internal Improvement Trustees release
the Oil - Gas and Mineral rights, now reserved in their deeds
of conveyance on certain properties. Mr. Morse advised Mr.Root
that'he was working on this matter at the present time, but that
it appeared that each lot must be handled individually. Chr. Roe
suggested that Mr. Morse endeavor to make arrangements whereby
the City of Clermont might handle this matter in one parcel. Mr.
Morse agreed to give this matter his immediate attention.
Mrs. Rosemary Young appeared before the Council and re-
quested information as to the proper procedure regarding changes
in Zoning. Mrs. Young was advised that the proper procedure
was to secure a petition from those abutting property owners
desiring a change in the Zoning and to present such petition
to the City Council who in turn would refer the petition to the
Zoning Commission for their study, public hearings and recom-
mendations.
Mayor Hullinger submiteed the Police report for the month
of July, which was accepted and ordered filed. Mayor Hullinger
advised the Council that he had decided that inasmuch as they
did not feel it advisable to paint the entire interior of the
old City Hall bldg. at this time, it would be best that the
entire job be deferred until after the end of this fiscal year.
The Council did not agree with Mayor Hullinger in this matter,
and instructed Mayor Hullinger to proceed with the procuring of
bids for the painting of the two Police Dep't. rooms - the
Municipal Judge's Chamber and the entrance lobby, all being down-
stairs in the old City Hall bldg. Chr. Roe suggested to Mayor
Hullinger that he have City Inspector Snyder draw the specification
for this painting job and such specifications be mailed to all
local licensed painting contractors along with an invitation to
bid on same. Mayor Hullinger brought up the question of need of
mowing vacant lots throughout the City and recommended that work
be done on this immediately. Chr. Roe advised Mayor Hullinger
that at the present time there was no Ordinance in effect whereby
it would be possible to collect payment for this work in the
event that the individual refused to pay the bill for such mowing,
but, that such an Ordinance would be drawn soon whereby it would
be permissable to levy direct assessments against property for
this service. Mayor Hullinger was further advised that under the
present working schedule of the City crews, the necessary man-
power for additional mowing was not possible at this date.
In reply to a question from Mr. Oswalt, Mr. Welborn Daniel
advised the Council that the Lake County Board of Commissioners
had passed a Resolution authorizing the re-surfacing of old State
Road # 561 from Minneola Avenue to Montrose Street and thence
westward to 12th Street, all in the City of Clermont.
Mr. Boyd, Chr. of the Water Committee, reported that addi-
tional water mains had been received and were now being laid.
Mr. Boyd further reported he had received a request for addi-
tional street lighting along the approach to and at, the Jaycee
Beach area and moved that such lights be installed at each inter-
section of Lake Minneola Drive from 7th Street to Jaycee Beach.
The motion was seconded by Mr. Oswalt and carried. Clerk Johnson
was instructed to determine if it was possible to have Florida
Power Corporation install some of the lights being moved from the
downtown section to that area.
Mr. Christenson, Chr. of the Parks Committee, submitted an
estimate of $432.00 for repairs necessary to put the ball park
in an usable condition and to comply with insurance company re-
quirements. Mr. Christenson stated that in his opinion this amount
was excessive and that he desired to investigate the matter further
before making any recommendations.
Mr. Oswalt, Chr. of the Streets Committee, reported that the
re-conditioning of streets was proceeding very well and that in
his opinion, the two streets in poorest condition in the City
and needing immediate attention were Linton Court and Juniata
Streets in the Indian Hills area.
A discussion took place with regards the widening of 8th
street between DeSoto and Juniata. It was decided to determine
if the ground to the west of the present pavement would support
additional paving. The possibility of constructing a parking
lot to the west of this property, was also discussed.
Chr. Roe requested that the various department heads
start giving serious consideration toward preparation of
budget for next fiscal year and urged that they be specific
in their proposed requirements.
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In the absence of City Inspector Snyder, Clerk Johnson
submitted his monthly report.
Clerk Johnson read a request from the V F W requesting
permission to construct a small Bar B-Q pit in the rear of
their property on DeSoto Street. This permission was granted
and Clerk Johnson requested to so advise Mr. Dan Westbrook,
Commander of the V F W.
Clerk Johnson advised the Council that he had received
a request from the South Lake Memorial Hospital Auxiliary
for a gratis Occupational License for operation of a Snack
Bar at the hospital. Motion by Mr. Boyd, seconded by Mr.Oswalt,
and carried, that the City Clerk be authorized to issue, without
charge, an Occupational License to the South Lake Memorial
Hospital Auxiliary as requested.
Motion by Mr. Boyd, seconded by Mr. Oswalt, and carried,
that the bills be paid.
Sup't. Sheldon advised the Council that Alton Parker, who
had been serving in the capacity of Receiving and Disbursing
Clerk and Warehouseman, had tendered his resignation which was
effective August 1, 1959 and that this position should be filled
at the earliest possible date. A discussion took place regarding
this matter but no action taken inasmuch as no acceptable app-
licants were on file for this job at this time.
Motion by Mr. Boyd, seconded by Mr. Oswalt, and carried,
that the meeting adjourn.
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Chairman, City Council
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ACCOUNTS PAYABLE - AUGUST 1959
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Farm & Home l'iichinery Co.
Clermont Standard Service
Clermont Hardware & Supply Co.
Basic ~sphalt Corporation
Florida Equipment Company
Florida-Georgia Tractor Company
Achord's Garage 203.96
Turville's Clermont Body Shop
Cbble'~ Radiator Shop
Clermont Bldrs. Supply, Inc.
Harry P. Leu, Inc.
Standard Auto Parts
Creech Plumbing & Heating
Florida Power Corporation
Finley's Municipal Supply
Highway Equipment & Supply Co.
Fire Calls & Drills (Salaries)
Johns-Manville
Clermont "66" Service Station
Clermont T V & Appliances
Hughes Suppmy, Inc.
Al Huppel, Inc.
Hoskinson Bros. Firestone Store
Hilltop Book Nook
Brantly Electric Company
Orange State Oil Company
Florida Telephone Corporation
E. R. Rixie (Ice)
Prescott Tractor Sales
Advance Electric Company
SEACO, Inc.
Hunnicutt & Associates
Marvin Boykin
Clouser's Auto Electric Service
Traf-O-Teria System
So. Lake Memorial Hospital (Press)
Sbuthern Pipe & Supply
Lyle Signs, Inc.
Meeker Feed Store
Frank S. Wright Machine Shop
"L. E. Grice Jack Repairs
Joseph Bumby Hardware
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Grady Howard
Jensen Welding Shop
278.65
5.70
64.55
432.00
3.42
79.51
203.96
25.00
36.81
97.32
68.04
97.52
51.42
1,089.28
249.50
14.46
66.00
6,724.51
2.90
103.25
156.88
22.66
152.48
4.00
43.20
758.35
19.42
18.00
2,100.00
125.15
50.00
736.91
60.90
47.55
81.45
27.98
3,006.57
108.90
4.38
4.00
25.29
17.55
$ 17,265.42
418.00
5.00
$ 17,688.42
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Clermont, Florida
August 4, 1959
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Honorable W. L. Hullinger, Mayor
and The City Council
City of Clermont
Lake County,Florida
Gentlemen:
On January 3, 1929 G. W. Berry and wife conveyed
to the City of Clermont all that parcel or lot of land be-
tween Winona Lake Shore Drive and Lake Winona, bounded on
the NOrth by the Southern line of Lime Street and on the
West by the West line of the SE~ of the NE~ of Section 25,
Township 22 South, Range 25 East.
I desire to purchase the portion of that property
described as follows:
Commencing from the Southwest corner of
Government Lot 3, Section 25, Township 22
South, Range 25 East; run North 67.3 feet
to the North right-of-way line of Lake Drive
for point of beginning; run thence North
approximately 175 feet to the Northern edge
of sawgrass area marked on the p~t herewith;
thence starting at the beginning point, run
Northeast along the North boundary line of
Lake Drive a distance of 130 feet; thence
North to the Northern boundary line of Saw-
grass area; thence West along the Northern
boundary line of said sawgrass agrea to inter-
sect the line first above described.
I contemplate filling in this area as shown
on the map as the approximate sawgrass area and I will pump in
and make a beach along the shore of Lake Winona from this
property to the beach now pumped. in and maintained by the
Dicksons.
I will be glad to have thts arranged if the City
would make a deed to me and place the same in the Citizens
Bank of Clermont, or some other depository to be selected by
the City, to be delivered to me when I have fully complied with
my agreement to pump in and make a beach from the pumped in
area in front of the Dickson property to the southern boundary
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Honorable W. L. Hullinger, Mayor
and The City Council
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of the lands conveyed by G. W. Berry and wife to the City
of Clermon t.
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I understand that Mr. Dickson made a request
to purchase this property in 1957 and that it was rejected
because there was some doubt if the City had a right to
sell the property.
This property was conveyed by Mr. and Mrs. Berry
to the City in order to escape the obligation of paying
the paving assessment on both sides of Lake Shore Drive
around Lake Winona, and it was not land acquired by the City
under the Act of Legislature giving the title to lands be-
tween Lake Shore Dr ive ani waters of the lake.
This land was originally granted to Herring Hooks
and when the Hooks Estate was divided, the different lots
extended to the high water mark of Lake Winona. Mr. Berry
at that time owned the land to the high water mark required
by the City fb r this drive along the shore of said lake 9 and
I am advised by my Counsel that the City does have the
right to sell this property if it so desires.
I will be glad if the Council would take action on
this and advise me as early as convenient.
Yours very truly,
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