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HomeMy WebLinkAbout06.10.2025 - City Council MeetingCity of Clermont MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING June 10, 2025 CALL TO ORDI,'.R The City Council met in a regular meeting on Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 3:00pm in the Clermont City Council Chambers. Mayor Murry called the meeting to order at 3:00pm with the following Council Members present: Council Members Howard, Myers and Petersen. Council Member Strange was present via zoom. Other City officials present were Interim City Manager Van Wagner, City Attorney Waugh, and Deputy City Clerk Wisniewski. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Police Chaplain Michael Saxe gave the invocation, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. ADMINISTRATION OF OATH OF OFFICE OF CHIEF OF POLICE City Clerk Howe administered the Oath of Office to Police Chief Graczyk. PRESENTATIONS Police Department Awards and Check Presentation Police Chief Graczyk and newly appointed Deputy Chief McMaster presented the following awards. Officer Susannah Wray received 2024 Officer of the Year. Officer Wray demonstrates exemplary service, unwavering dedication and a profound commitment to the values and missions of the Clermont Police Department. She works diligently and dedicates hours, days and weeks to her investigations. The 2024 Supervisor of the year was presented to Sergeant Dennis Hall. Sergeant Hall's exceptional leadership, dedication and hands on approach have significantly enhanced the performance and effectiveness of the Crime Suppression Unit. He is a hands on leader who provides guidance and support. The Medal of Valor was presented to Sergeant Dennis Hall, Corporal Jimmie Harper, Officer Kevin Guy, Officer Anthony Burgos, Corporal Alex Aponte and Corporal Jeremy Gustafson. This medal is presented to officers who have shown exceptional bravery at imminent risk of serious bodily injury or for exceptional courage for performing a voluntary act in an extremely dangerous situation. These officers were fast on scene for a call for service where they encountered a person who shot at them. Detective Clark thanked the City and citizens for supporting the Honor the Fallen5K. This year the Clermont Police Department along with partners in the community were able to raise nearly $20,000. The funds were split between two nonprofits, Code 4 initiative and Concerns of Police Survivors. President Bria Barry, Concerns of Police Survivors spoke about the organization and how to funds provided to them assists in their mission to help families. Bulk Sanitation Pick Up and Stormwater presentation. Public Services Assistant Director Maiworm spoke about bulk collection sizes and the rates that were established by resolution. He spoke about excessive amounts and explained that any bulk trash over three cubic yards is called in to a supervisor who comes out to the property to measure and then provide a quote to the resident for pickup. City of Clermont MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING June 10, 2025 Mayor Murry stated that if residents have over the allowed amount they can put out a little each week and it would be free opposed to putting it out at once and being charged. He questioned being able to provide the service free for residents regardless of the size. Discussion ensued on the possibility of having a flat fee for excessive amounts versus quoting residents based on the amount of bulk trash, having a certain time of the year where bulk trash pickup is free no matter the size. Council also discussed the financial cost on the City having multiple staff members assisting with measuring and quoting anything over the three cubic yards. Council shared their ideas on how to handle the bulk trash pickup. Staff will look into different options and come back to Council. Public Services Assistant Director Maiworm shared the annual storm water presentation. He shared activities the City is doing to ensure the lakes, rivers and streams are clean and maintained. He spoke about the MS4 permit and what that entails as well as the education staff provides to residents about pollutants and what constitutes an illicit discharge. Mayor Murry stated that he was made aware that the wastewater treatment plant is ahead of schedule. Public Services Director Brunson stated that the project is three months ahead of schedule. He spoke about the Lakeshore project which is currently in the design phase. PROCLAMATION Deputy City Clerk Wisniewski read proclamations for Small Business Saturday and Faith and Family Month. PUBLIC COMMENT Cyn Doyle, 1020 Minnehaha Ave — spoke about events in Clermont as well as Council meeting times. John Tidona, 3611 Briar Run Drive — spoke about design standards and requested Council consider a twelve-month moratorium on new construction. Jeff, Manager at Animal League Thrift Shop, 770 Montrose — expressed concern with the bars in the downtown area Charlene Forth, 939 W. Desoto — expressed concern with meeting times. Devin Marie, Mandarin Drive — expressed concern with the playgrounds in the city. Requested more playgrounds with sun covers. Daryl Woodhouse, 2010 Sunset Lane — expressed concern with traffic on Lakeshore Drive approaching Hooks Street. Jenny May, 4062 Greystone Drive — inquired about the completely chopped and trimmed trees on 12"' Street. Bryan Bain, 245 Nautica Mile Drive — spoke about Council working together. Paula Hoisington, 564 E. Desoto Street — urged Council to reconsider the meeting time and return to 6:30 pm. Inquired about appealing decisions made by Council. 2 City of Clermont MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING June 10, 2025 Mike Cramer, Nautica Mile Drive — thanked the city for cleaning up after hurricane and spoke about RJ's, who assisted them with picking up bulk aluminum from lake. Council Member Howard informed the public that Paradise Park is a privately owned park. He inquired if Council thought about the possibility of going into a public private partnership for the park. AGENDA CHANGES Interim City Manager Van Wagner informed the Council of the following agenda change: Item No. 6 — Ordinance No. 2025-011, Heritage Square Florida Rezoning Final AN ORDINANCE UNDER THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF CLERMONT, LAKE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AMENDING THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP OF THE CITY OF CLERMONT REFERRED TO IN CHAPTER 122 OF ORDINANCE NO. 289-C, CODE OF ORDINANCES; REZONING THE REAL PROPERTIES DESCRIBED HEREIN AS SHOWN BELOW; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT, SEVERABILITY, ADMINISTRATIVE CORRECTION OF SCRIVENERS ERROR, RECORDING, PUBLICATION AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Deputy City Clerk Wisniewski read the title aloud. Interim City Manager Van Wagner informed the Council this is a request to table the item to June 24, 2025. Council Member Petersen motioned to table Item No. 6 Ordinance No. 2025-011. Heritage Square Florida Rezoning to June 24, 2025, seconded by Council Member Myers. Passed unanimously 5-0 with all members present voicing aye. CONSENT AGENDA Mayor Murry advised the next item on the agenda for consideration was the Consent Agenda and requested anyone wishing to have any item pulled for discussion to please come forward at this time. Item No. 1 — Meeting Minutes Item No. 2 — Plat Approval Item No. 3 — Plat Approval Item No. 4 — Piggyback Purchase Fire Station 3 Generator 3 Consider approval of the May 27, 2025, Council Meeting Minutes. Consider approval of Phase 3 plat of Parkside Trails for 245 residential lots. Consider approval of Wellness Ridge Phase 4 plat for 181 residential lots. Consider approval to purchase under the Florida Sheriffs Association Contract No. FSA23-EQU21.0 with GenServe, LLC to replace a generator in the budgeted amount of $117,270. City of Clermont MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING June 10, 2025 Item No. 5 — Resolution No. 2025-016R Consider annual delegation authority for Emergency Declaration Authority the Mayor to declare a state of emergency. Jenny May pulled Item 1. Council Member Strange pulled Items 2 and 3. Council Member Howard motioned to approve Consent Agenda Items 4 and 5; seconded by Council Member Myers. Passed unanimously 5-0 with all members present voicing aye. Item No. 1— Meeting Minutes Jenny May, 4062 Greystone Drive — expressed concern with missing information regarding the Comprehensive Plan in the minutes. City Attorney Waugh stated that the minutes were revised before the Council meeting and Council was provided the updated version to approve. Council Member Strange expressed her desire for the public to have access to information Council is provided in their supplemental folders prior to a meeting. Discussion ensued on different avenues for the public to have access to information that is provided in the supplemental folder for meetings. Interim City Manager Van Wagner stated that he was happy to move in whichever direction Council would like and suggested tabling the item to the next agenda. Jenny May, 4062 Greystone Drive — suggested showing any updated information on the screen so the public could see what Council is looking at. Council Member Petersen motioned to move the item to the next meeting. Council Member Howard inquired if the software used for agendas has the capability to show an updated version in real time. Deputy City Clerk Wisniewski stated that there is the capability to publish a revised agenda to the public. Discussion was had on how to notate which items were updated and requested Interim City Manager Van Wagner discuss with staff on how to provide supplemental information to the public. Council Member Strange motioned to approve the minutes as amended and provided in the supplemental packet, seconded by Council Member Howard. Passed unanimously 5-0 with all members present voicing aye. Item No. 2 — Plat Approval Council Member Strange stated that the plat design is not family friendly, there are no sidewalks, school space, open space or grocery space and she feels it is not good for the citizens of Clermont. Mayor Murry opened public comment. John Tidona, 3611 Briar Run Drive — spoke in opposition of the item. 4 City of Clermont MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING June 10, 2025 Charlene Forth, 939 W. Desoto — inquired who placed the item on the consent agenda. Interim City Manager Van Wagner stated that he works with staff to place items on the agenda. Aaron Struckmeyer, Pulte Home Company - clarified that the sidewalks are in the right of way and not every detail is depicted on the plat. There are engineering details that are part of the construction plans and Preliminary Site Plan which was previously approved. Mayor Murry closed public comment. City Attorney Waugh asked Mr. Struckmeyer if he received a copy of the document Mr. Tidona provided to Council and made sure he received one. Mayor Murry stated that this project was approved years ago and Council has to move forward. City Attorney Waugh explained when there are standards for plats and the plat meets those standards it becomes more administrative. There may be some negotiations but if it fits the clear standards then not approving the plat is potentially a reversible error on appeal. Council Member Strange motioned to deny because she doesn't think this is consistent with the interest of the public, of the citizens of Clermont. Council Member Howard stated that he would like some answers before the motion is seconded. He inquired if this project meets the Wellness Way Comprehensive Plan and form based code. Development Services Planner Kruse informed Council that the development received a Planned Unit Development approval. As part of the review they were held to the Wellness Way design standards. Before Council is a plat which is a creation of the lots, there are other mechanisms that do not go to Council for approval such as Site Plan approval that details open space and sidewalks. Development Services department recommended approval of the plat because it met Florida Statute 177 for plat approval. Council Member Howard asked City Attorney Waugh if they could deny the plat if the development meets the design standards. City Attorney Waugh recommended against denying the plat. Mayor Murry reminded everyone that Wellness Way has its own set of ordinances that are different from the rest of the City. Discussion ensued on denying the plat while the preliminary site plan and other parts of the development have been approved. City Attorney Waugh advised that when a plat meets standards he recommends against denial. Council Member Strange stated that her stance is still the same and her motion remains the same. Motion died from lack of a second. City of Clermont MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING June 10, 2025 Council Member Strange asked what this development will do to the six -minute response time that the Fire Department currently has and that being grounds to deny. Council Member Howard said that cannot be a reason to deny a plat that may be able to be done at build and collecting impact fees. Council Member Howard requested that Interim City Manager Van Wagner provide all Council Members with the Wellness Way design standards. Council Member Strange reiterated her opposition with the development. There are wellness concerns, safety concerns on the response time. She said she did not hear anything about this development meeting standards. She told Council that she did not hear anyone state they like this project the way it is designed; she has found an out based on the health and wellness and the wellbeing of the citizens. Mayor Murry stated that this was approved years ago and he does not feel Council has the right to change things in the middle. Council discussed emergency response times and Fire Stations in Wellness Way. Council Member Howard motioned to approve Item No. 2 Plat Approval; seconded by Council Member Myers. Council Member Petersen asked if emergency response times can be a basis for denial of a plat. City Attorney Waugh stated that it is not a basis per Chapter 119 of Clermont City Code which lists the standards of approving a plat. Interim City Manager Van Wagner informed Council that the City received a check from Pulte which will go towards the Fire Station in Wellness Way. There are agreements in place with this development. Passed 4-1 with Council Member Strange opposing Item No. 3 — Plat Approval Council Member Strange stated that she had the same concerns with this item as the last. Mayor Murry opened public comment. John Tidona, 3611 Briar Run Drive — expressed concern with traffic and overpopulation. Charlene Forth, 939 W. Desoto — spoke in opposition. Vincent Niemiec, Regency Hills — expressed concern with developers receiving approvals based on promises that are not done. Cyn Doyle, 1020 W. Minnehaha — spoke about the growth not being responsible and creating traffic. Lane Register, Lennar Homes — The Planned Unit Development was approved November 2019.The Plat is consistent with the Planned Unit Development, subsequent Preliminary Site Plan approval and Florida Statute 177. City of Clermont MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING June 10, 2025 Jenny May, 4062 Greystone Drive — is there an expiration on plat approval. City Attorney Waugh stated that he is not aware of an expiration date on the plat. Council Member Howard stated that the property was annexed into the City as a non -conforming property with development rights from Lake County. Council has a responsibility to not put the City into litigation. Council Member Strange said that Council should do the right thing for the citizens and fix what is in front of them and not make schools and roads worse. She has confidence in City Attorney Waugh and Interim City Manager Van Wagner to figure it out and the first step toward that is denial. Mayor Murry stated that he does not want to put the City in a position of a lawsuit. Some of the traffic comes from Groveland and Minneola and we cannot stop that. Council Member Strange said that Clermont can put solutions in place and employment opportunities and walking opportunities so the residents do not have to use the roads. Devin Marie, Mandarin Drive — we need to stand against developers. Paula Hoisington, 564 E. Desoto Street — consent agenda says non -controversial items, this item is not non- controversial. Patrick Bianchi, 810 W. Montrose Street — the City has an Attorney who can defend them. Encouraged Council to create sunset laws within Ordinances. Mayor Murry closed public comment. Discussion ensued on this plat being phase four of the project and finishing the development in the way that Wellness Way was envisioned. Development Services Planner Kruse stated that this is phase four of the development. There is a pattern of the plats being on the Consent Agenda for approval. In the future, plats can be under New Business on the agendas. The Planned Unit Development addresses open space, and trails. Mayor Murry stated that the development met the requirements at the time. If Council wants change then the City Code needs to be updated. Council Member Strange motioned to deny the item in the interest of public infrastructure, health and welfare; seconded by Council Member Petersen. Motion failed 2-3 with Council Member Howard, Council Member Myers and Mayor Murry opposed. Council Member Howard stated that the way to combat this in the future is to have a Joint Planning Agreement with Lake County that is in the City's favor. Council Member Howard motioned to approve Item No. 3, seconded by Council Member Myers. Passed 3-2 with Council Member Strange and Council Member Petersen opposed. Discussion ensued on the Joint Planning Area Agreement and the meeting scheduled as well as having sunsets on starting construction on projects. 7 City of Clermont MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING June 10, 2025 UNFINISHED BUSINESS Item No. 6 - This item was addressed earlier in the meeting and tabled to June 24, 2025. Item No. 7 — Ordinance No. 2025-016, Vacate ROW Final AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CLERMONT, LAKE COUNTY, FLORIDA, CLOSING AND PERMANENTLY ABANDONING A PORTION OF SHORT STREET RIGHT OF WAY, JOHNSON'S REPLAT, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 8, PAGE 71, PUBLIC RECORDS OF LAKE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AND MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS BELOW; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT, SEVERABILITY, ADMINISTRATIVE CORRECTION OF SCRIVENERS ERROR, RECORDING, PUBLICATION AND EFFECTIVE DATE. Deputy City Clerk Wisniewski read the title aloud. Development Services Director Henschel presented the item. The applicant, Brian Hess, is requesting the vacation of a portion of the Short Street right-of-way. The right-of-way is located north of State Road 50 and east of 12th Street. The portion of Short Street in question is no longer necessary for public access or circulation, as the surrounding parcels have been reconfigured and redeveloped over the years. Carroll Street is being aligned as part of the Community Benefit Agreement with the Lumberyard project and this will provide an improved east/west connection from 12th Street. The vacation request is only along the applicant's property and does not affect access to the properties to the west and does not impact public access or services. As a part of the vacation request, Public Services is requesting a utility easement to ensure access to current utilities that serve the applicant's property. Staff recommends approval of vacating a portion of Short Street right-of-way, as outlined in Ordinance 2025-016 along with the utility easement in your supplemental folder. The applicant, Brian Hess stated that he was available for questions. Mayor Murry opened public comment. No comments. Mayor Murry closed public comment. Council Member Howard spoke about vacating the right-of-way on the road that comes off 121 Street. Development Services Director Henschel stated that they have approached the property owner and they had no interest. Vacating the road is not an option as the asphalt is not split down the middle and that property would not have access to the full road. Council Member Howard motioned to approve Item No. 7 Ordinance No. 2025-016, Vacate Right of Way Final; seconded by Council Member Myers. Passed 4-1 with Council Member Strange opposed. 8 City of Clermont MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING June 10, 2025 Item No. 8 — Ordinance No. 2025-023, Vacate ROW Final AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CLERMONT, LAKE COUNTY, FLORIDA, CLOSING AND PERMANENTLY ABANDONING PROPERTY AS DESCRIBED IN DEED BOOK 357, PAGE 17, AND DEED BOOK 357, PAGE 18, PUBLIC RECORDS OF LAKE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AND PHYSICALLY LOCATED ON WELLNESS WAY WITHIN THE CITY OF CLERMONT AND MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS BELOW; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT, SEVERABILITY, ADMINISTRATIVE CORRECTION OF SCRIVENERS ERROR, RECORDING, PUBLICATION AND EFFECTIVE DATE. Deputy City Clerk Wisniewski read the title aloud. Development Services Planner Kruse presented the item. The applicant, LSMA Wellness, LLC, is requesting the vacation of a segment of a public right-of-way located within the pending Wellness Ridge Phase 4 Plat. The subject right-of-way is situated north and south of Wellness Way and east of U.S. 27, in proximity to the existing and future residential areas being developed as part of the overall Wellness Ridge Planned Unit Development. The right-of-way, which is approximately 30 feet in width, was deeded in 1954 to Lake County and never acted upon by Lake County. The right-of-way is an undeveloped strip of land that was transferred to the City through a road transfer agreement (under County Resolution 2025-45 on the 22nd of April of this year.) The right-of-way was never improved or utilized for vehicular access. The right-of-way needs to be vacated in order for the Wellness Ridge Phase 4 Plat to be recorded. The proposed vacation will not impact public access or infrastructure needs and staff recommends approval of Ordinance 2025-023. Lane Register, Lennar Homes was present on behalf of the applicant and available for questions. Mayor Murry opened public comments. No comments. Mayor Murry closed public comments. Council Member Strange asked about the standards for approval or denial of a vacation of a right-of-way. City Attorney Waugh stated you can approve if you feel it is in public interest or deny if it is not in the public interest. Council Member Strange expressed her concern with giving public owned land to private property owners. Council Member Strange motioned to deny Item No. 8 as she believes it is against the public interest. Motion died for a lack of a second. Council Member Howard motioned to approve Item No. 8 Ordinance No. 2025-023. Vacate right of way Final; seconded by Council Member Petersen. Passed 4-1 with Council Member Strange opposed. 9 City of Clermont MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING June 10, 2025 Item No. 9 — Ordinance No. 2025-019, Ivey Ridge Annexation Final AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CLERMONT, LAKE COUNTY, FLORIDA, PROVIDING FOR THE ANNEXATION OF A CERTAIN PARCEL OF LAND IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE INTERLOCAL SERVICE BOUNDARY AGREEMENT DATED DECEMBER 2, 2014; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT, SERVERABILITY, ADMINISTRATIVE CORRECTION OF SCRIVENERS ERROR, RECORDING, PUBLICATION AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Deputy City Clerk Wisniewski read the title aloud. Development Services Director Henschel presented the item. The City is requesting annexation of the subject parcel as authorized by the utility agreement with the property owner through the notice of encumbrance to annex provision. The agreement with the City was executed on November 8, 2022. The property is being developed and will be receiving wastewater services from the City. The property, approximately 60.51 acres, was approved for 155 residential single-family dwelling units in the Planned Unit Development. The annexation is being requested in order to allow the building permits to be issued by the City of Clermont. The related request for a comprehensive plan amendment and rezoning request will come at a later date and will be very similar to what has been approved in Lake County. The current zoning is Planned Unit Development and the current future land use is Urban Low in Lake County. In order to expedite the process, staff recommends approval of annexation Ordinance 2025-019. Mayor Murry opened public comments. Devin Marie, Madarin Drive — expressed concern with the traffic and the endangered species fleeing the area. Mayor Murry closed public comments. Council Member Howard stated that the project will get built, the City annexes the property and collects the Impact Fees for the services we will be providing or it stays in the County and the City gets nothing and still provides the services. Mayor Murry informed the public that the City provides services due to an agreement with Lake County. Council Member Howard motioned to approve Item No. 9 Ordinance No. 2025-019, Ivey Ridge Annexation Final; seconded by Council Member Myers. Passed unanimously 5-0 with all members present voicing aye. Mayor Murry informed the public that if gopher turtles are found on the property they must be removed prior to beginning construction. 10 City of Clermont MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING June 10, 2025 Item No. 10 — Ordinance No. 2025-020, McKinnon Groves Annexation Final AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CLERMONT, LAKE COUNTY, FLORIDA, PROVIDING FOR THE ANNEXATION OF A CERTAIN PARCEL OF LAND IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE INTERLOCAL SERVICE BOUNDARY AGREEMENT DATED DECEMBER 2, 2014; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT, SERVERABILITY, ADMINISTRATIVE CORRECTION OF SCRIVENERS ERROR, RECORDING, PUBLICATION AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Deputy City Clerk Wisniewski read the title aloud. Development Services Planner Kruse presented the item. The City is requesting annexation of the subject parcel as authorized by the utility agreement with the property owner through the notice of encumbrance to annex provision. The agreement with the City was executed on October 25, 2022. The property is being developed and will be receiving water and sewer services from the City. The property, approximately 357 acres, was approved for a maximum of 660 single-family dwelling units and a minimum of 48 acres of non-residential development, which is approximately 520,000 square feet of commercial, office/personal services, and public/institution uses. The annexation is being requested in order to allow the building permits to be issued by the City of Clermont. The related request for a comprehensive plan amendment and rezoning request will come at a later date and will be very similar to what has been approved in Lake County. In order to expedite the process, staff recommends approval of the revised annexation Ordinance 2025-019 that expressly makes it clear in the event of a conflict, the terms of the Planned Unit Development control over the City Code. The document is provided in the supplemental folder. Council Member Strange requested City Attorney Waugh speak on the change in the Ordinance. City Attorney Waugh the language was already implied, this states that. Mayor Murry opened public comments. Vincent Niemiec, Regency Hills — spoke about traffic on Hartwood Marsh Road. Chris Roper, Akerman Law Firm — spoke about the revisions to the annexation to capture what was implied. Requested to move the annexation date to 14 days versus the 90 days to submit permits through the City and not the County. Mayor Murry closed public comments. Council Member Strange asked Mr. Roper if the annexation includes all properties or just a portion of the property listed as McKinnon Groves. Mr. Roper stated that annexation includes the entirety of the property which includes residential and commercial. Discussion ensued on where commercial buildings will go on the property, the wildlife corridor, Wellness Way standards and the land for a Fire Station. 11 City of Clermont MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING June 10, 2025 Council Member Howard explained where the piece of property is located and development of the surrounding properties. Council Member Howard motioned to approve Item No. 10 Ordinance No. 2025-020, McKinnon Groves Annexation Final, seconded by Council Member Petersen. Passed unanimously 5-0 with all members present voicing ave. NEW BUSINESS Item No. 11 — Resolution No. 2025-015R, Employee Policy Amendment & 4-10-hour day work week Adoption A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CLERMONT, LAKE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AMENDING, RESTATING, AND READOPTING THE EMPLOYMENT POLICIES MANUAL IN IT'S ENTIRTY; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY, PUBLICATION AND EFFECTIVE DATE. Deputy City Clerk Wisniewski read the title aloud. Human Resources Director Ohlinger reviewed highlights of the updates to the Employee Policies Manual along with the implementation of a compressed work week. Some of the highlights included tuition reimbursement, timekeeping, callout, working out of class and leave pay, performance evaluations, grievance process, and a compressed work week consisting of four ten hour days and City Hall being closed on Fridays. Council Member Strange stated that there are a lot policy issues with this item and it has not been workshopped by Council. She requested the item be tabled and addressed during the budget workshops to evaluate how these proposals will affect the budget and operations for the upcoming fiscal year. Council Member Strange motioned to table Item No. 11 to be discussed during the budget workshop cycle; seconded by Council Member Petersen. Council Member Strange stated that staff can present these changes as they present their budget proposals. Mayor Murry opened public comment. Charlene Forth, 939 W. Desoto Street — expressed concern regarding some of the changes and asked if there was an employee survey. Deputy City Manager Matthys stated that the employees were notified and asked beforehand. Bryan Bain, 245 Nautica Mile Drive — expressed concern with closing City Hall on Fridays and inquired if the community was involved with the proposed schedule. Paula Hoisington, 564 E. Desoto Street — expressed concern with a day of no services and the grievance process. Mayor Murry closed public comment. Discussion ensued on the employee's opinion on the schedule, the start date of the compressed work week and the time since some of the policies have been addressed. 12 City of Clermont MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING June 10, 2025 Council Member Howard suggested policy brought to Council over time so the policies stay current. Council discussed amending the motion to a specific day or being able to table for this to be discussed over the whole budget process by each department. City Attorney Waugh suggested to motion to postpone indefinitely therefore no specific date is required. Council spoke about the agenda for the next workshop. Council Member Strange motioned to postpone indefinitely, seconded by Council Member Howard. Council Member Howard suggested scheduling a workshop on July 15. Interim City Manager Van Wagner requested the July workshops begin at 9:00 am. Passed unanimously 5-0 with all members present voicing_a�e. Item No. 12 — Ordinance No. 2025-022, 963 W. Juniata Street SSCPA Intro AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CLERMONT, LAKE COUNTY, FLORIDA, ADOPTING THE SMALL-SCALE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT FOR THE CITY OF CLERMONT, FLORIDA, PURSUANT TO THE LOCAL GOVERNMENT COMPREHENSIVE PLANNING ACT, CHAPTER 163, PART II, FLORIDA STATUTES; SETTING FORTH THE AUTHORITY FOR ADOPTION OF THE SMALL-SCALE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT; SETTING FORTH THE PURPOSE AND INTENT OF THE SMALL-SCALE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT; PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF THE SMALL-SCALE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT; ESTABLISHING THE LEGAL STATUS OF THE SMALL-SCALE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT, SEVERABILITY, ADMINISTRATIVE CORRECTION OF SCRIVENERS ERROR, PUBLICATION AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Deputy City Clerk Wisniewski read the title aloud. Mayor Murry opened public comment. Charlene Forth, 939 W. Desoto — spoke in opposition of the item. Mayor Murry closed public comment. Council Member Howard motioned to introduce Item No. 12 Ordinance No. 2025-022, 963 W. Juniata Street SSCPA: seconded by Council Member Petersen. Passed unanimously 5-0 with all members present voicing a rye. 13 City of Clermont MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING June 10, 2025 Item No. 13 — Ordinance No. 2025-024, Code Enforcement Special Magistrate Intro AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CLERMONT, LAKE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AMENDING ARTICLE II, "CODE ENFORCEMENT AND NUISANCE ABATEMENT", DIVISION 1, "GENERALLY", SECTION 1-41 "INTENT OF ARTICLE", PROVIDING THAT THE CITY COUNCIL SHALL APPOINT A CODE ENFORCEMENT SPECIAL MAGISTRATE; AND AMENDING SECTION 1-42 "ALTERNATE CODE ENFORCEMENT SYSTEM AND NUISANCE ABATEMENT SYSTEM "; RENUMBERING SECTION 1-43 "SUPPLEMENTAL ENFORCEMENT"; AND AMENDING DIVISION II, "CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD", SECTION 1-75, "CREATED; JURISDICTION; ENFORCEMENT BY COURTS"; SECTION 1-76, "APPOINTMENT AND QUALIFICATIONS"; SECTION 1-77 "COUNSEL NAMED"; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT, SEVERABILITY, CODIFICATION, THE ADMINISTRATIVE CORRECTION OF SCRIVENERS ERROR, PUBLICATION AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Deputy City Clerk Wisniewski read the title aloud. Mayor Murry opened public comment. Vincent Niemiec, Regency Hills — questioned the change from the board to a Special Magistrate. Linda Camps, 1360 Camden Court — spoke in opposition. Charlene Forth 939 W. Desoto — spoke in opposition. Mayor Murry closed the public comment. Discussion ensued on issues with the Board, moving meetings to every month versus every other month, keeping the Board for Code Enforcement and moving to Special Magistrate for the Nuisance Abatement Board and advertising for the open seats on Code Enforcement Board. Council Member Howard motioned to postpone Item No. 13 Ordinance No. 2025-024, Code Enforcement Special Magistrate Intro: seconded by Council Member Myers. Council Member Strange left the meeting. Passed unanimously 4-0 with all members present voicing aye. Council Member Myers requested a three -minute time limit during reports. Council Member Petersen motioned for reports to have a three -minute time limit and can be extended if there is a majority that accepts the extension: seconded by Council Member Myers. Passed 3-1 with Mayor Murry opposed. REPORTS CITY MANAGER REPORT Interim City Manager Van Wagner — • June 17 Council Workshop scheduled for 3:00 pm. • Requested starting the July Budget Workshops at 9:00 am. 14 City of Clermont MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING June 10, 2025 Councils consensus was to start all three workshops at 9:00 am. • Lake County has been looking at property on Hooks Street for an apartment complex and requested consensus to draft a letter to Lake County opposing the proposed density of nineteen units per acre. Council gave consensus to send an opposition letter. Deputy City Manager Matthys informed Council that Lake 100 is putting together a City/County service delivery efficiency and equitable cost allocation study. They have hired Richard Levey and are working with Lake County and all the Cities to look at all the different services provided by the Cities and Lake County that use shared taxes. Lake County has agreed to pay for half of the study and are asking for the Cities to collectively pay for the other half. All of the cities that were represented at the City Managers meeting have agreed to participate in the study and all but one have agreed provide funding. Lake 100 is looking for participation and funding between $2,500 to $5,000. He was looking for consensus on participation and funding up to $5,000. Councils consensus was to move forward with participation and funding up to $5,000. • June 14 is the wine stroll downtown. • June 15 is Brews and BBQ • June 21 Juneteenth at Waterfront Park. Mayor Murry requested Interim City Manager Van Wagner look into a traffic study and speed limit on Lakeshore and Hooks. Interim City Manager Van Wagner stated that Police Chief Graczyk met with the gentleman who spoke about that. Mayor Murry requested Interim City Manager Van Wagner look into all the parks and playgrounds in the City to make sure they are all in working order. Discussion was had regarding Paradise Park and that it is privately owned. Mayor Murry inquired on who places items on the consent agenda. Interim City Manager Van Wagner explained that staff recommends items to be placed on the consent agenda but he has the final decision. CITY ATTORNEY REPORT City Attorney Waugh — • Florida legislature passed a law that as of July 1 will preempt some City laws. Working on a repeal. • The language for appeals is standard language. Appeals can take different forms. Quasi-judicial decisions provide 30 days to appeal ad will need to generate a transcript. Declaratory judgement action has four years to appeal. • Clermont has laws on solicitation in medians. CITY COUNCIL REPORT Council Member Howard — No report. 15 City of Clermont MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING June 10, 2025 Council Member Myers — • Attended the Thrive Clermont pop-up. They need a regular meeting place and stated that the city had previously given them grants. Mayor Murry stated that he would like to see Youth Council brought back to the City. Council Member Petersen — Inquired if Clermont parking requirements cover a lake county project. They do not. Spoke about advertising for Code Enforcement Board. Mayor Murry — • Requested City Attorney Waugh explain the policy on off duty officers and worker's compensation. City Attorney Waugh provided different examples of determining in the line of duty or off duty when an officer is injured. • Spoke about loud music at Waterfront Park. City Attorney Waugh stated that the City has a noise ordinance. The City itself is exempt as are permitted events. • Florida League of Cities luncheon will be Friday in Fruitland Park. • Caribbean Jerk Festival was huge success. • Thanked everyone who came out for the Mayors Luncheon. • Requested an update on the contract with South Lake Chamber of Commerce and the Clermont City Center. Interim City Manager Van Wagner stated that the contract has been signed and takes effect July. • Spoke about an exit on Hill Street from the plaza with Planet Fitness. Development Services Director Henschel stated that a condition of their development was that there was no exit on Hill Street. The trees being trimmed around the City are the utility companies, the City has no control. Meeting times, can be addressed at a later date Stated that there are about 15 drinking establishment's downtown and suggested a moratorium on alcohol in downtown. Requested staff look at the hours of business in downtown. 16 City of Clermont MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING June 10, 2025 ADJOURN: With no further comments, this meeting adjourned at 8:10 pm. ATTEST: Tracy Ackroyd Howe, r4MC City Clerk 17 APPROVED: Tim Murry, M yor PREPARED BY & RETURN TO: Johnston's Surveying, Inc. 900 Cross Prairie Pkwy Kissimmee, FL 34744 Project #23-259 Wellness Ridge Phase 2 INSTRUMENT #2024126051 OR BK 6421 PG 509 - 509 (1 PGS) DATE: 10/29/2024 10:46:16 AM GARY J. 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