04-09-2008 WorkshopCity of Clermont
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COUNCIL WORKSHOP
APRIL 9, 2008
The Clermont City Council met in a workshop on Wednesday, April 9, 2008 in the Council
Chambers at City Hall. Mayor Hal Turville called the workshop to order at 7:00 pm with the
following Council Members present: Council Members Mullins, Goodgame, Berlinsky and
Hogan. Other City officials present were: City Manager Saunders, City Clerk Ackroyd and
Assistant City Manager Gray.
Fines
Wally Herda requested the Council increase traffic tickets from $10 to $25 and double to $50
after 10 days if ticket is not paid. There was a consensus from the Council to change the
ordinance. The current ordinance established the rate at $10 and if it is not paid within 36 hours,
the fee increases to $25. City Manager Saunders suggested increasing the rate after 10 calendar
days instead of 36 hours. Council agreed to the suggestion.
The Council discussed water violation fines. Mayor Turville asked Assistant City Manager Gray
to put together an information form explaining this to new home owners when coming in to set
up their utility account.
Fifth Street Intersection
City Manager Saunders received an email today from Christopher Carnes. They will investigate
the crash history and do a study to improve it. It will take 60 days to get a recommendation to
us. Mayor Turville asked Assistant City Manager Gray to contact the people who spoke on that
issue at last night's Council meeting to update them.
Historic Cooper Library/Depot Restoration
City Manager Saunders provided Council with an update. The Council approved funding to
move it onto the site and approved the roof at the Depot which has been done. The City does not
have further funding in this year's budget for the next phase. We have proposals from Marbek
and Gatorsketch which is the team selected by Council. They have given proposals to do the next
phase which is the analysis to restore the buildings, preliminary conceptual plans, research and
evaluation. Then, design and develop documentation. The cost will be approximately $17,000.
Council is interested in expending funds for this project. City Manager Saunders will have the
proposals on the next meeting agenda.
weed Calming Devices/Hartwood Pines
Hartwood Pines has requested speed bumps or tables to slow traffic. City Manager Saunders
recommended the Council establish a policy, specify criteria and require a portion of the expense
to be paid by the requesting subdivision. The Council discussed several options. The
alternatives for consideration are closing one of the entrances, creating a no right turn by
blocking the north bound lane off of Hartwood Marsh Road or turn it into a gated neighborhood.
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COUNCIL WORKSHOP
APRIL 9, 2008
Transportation Impact Fee Priorities
Council reviewed the priority list adopted last August. This time of year the committee reviews
the priority list and asks the Cities if there are any changes. Our priority list has not changed.
Council Member Goodgame recommended listing Hartwood Marsh Road from Highway 27 to
Hancock Road as a priority. City Manager Saunders clarified that is a county project. The
official priority list will be voted on in August.
Inland Groves: Management Plan and Phase II Grant Application
It is a requirement to have a management plan and Assistant City Manager Gray is working with
the Consultant. It has to be submitted before we receive funds. The State walked through the
southern piece of the Inland Groves property and made recommendations to include in the plan.
Staff will send to State for review and comment. It was also suggested to clear out the exotic
plants. It is anticipated to receive the funds next month.
City Manager Saunders asked Council to consider what level of match they are interested in for
this grant. This question will be brought before Council at the next meeting and staff will have a
recommendation.
sprayfield sale to Lake County
Lake County is interested in purchasing the sprayfield site for a Regional Park. The County is
requesting the City consider allowing postponement of payment for 3 years or longer and then
structure a 3 to 5 year payment schedule. This will allow the County to develop the property
with the funds they have and then pay us later. The sprayfield will not become available until
March 2009. The Council was in agreement with payment deferral. Council discussed the
possibility of charging interest fees. Mayor Turville and Council agreed to give City Manager
Saunders authority to negotiate the arrangement.
Waterfront Park: Community Center Update and Pavilion Discussion
The Community Center design is on schedule. The project will be ready to go out to bid by
August. Council discussed the funding schedule for the Inland Groves property and Community
Center without borrowing money over the next 4 years however the reserves will be low. City
Manager Saunders recommended a loan if the Community Center project is moved forward this
year to not deplete the reserved funds. Phase II of the Waterfront Park project is a Pavilion next
to Highlander Hut. The cost is estimated to be approximately $600,000 to $700,000. The
Council agreed to move forward on the pavilion now then the Community Center. City Manager
Saunders noted the City would have to borrow more for the Community Center because the
existing funds would be used for the pavilion.
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COUNCIL WORKSHOP
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Sunday Alcohol Sales
City code prohibits alcohol sales from 2:OOam to 12-noon on Sundays. Council discussed
changing the time as set by the State and is recognized by Lake County which is prohibiting
sales from 2:OOam to 7:OOam on Sundays.
Other
Council Member Goodgame requested the City require all homes to have a front and back door.
City Manager Saunders stated that almost every city and county is governed by the Southern
Building Code. He requested time for staff to research.
Judy Proli questioned the City having a set style or theme for construction of new buildings.
Mayor Turville stated we have an architectural review board that reviews during the application
process for commercial and professional buildings. He recommended having a workshop to
review the standards to determine if we need to enhance the standards.
ADJOURN: With no further comments, the workshop was adjourned at 9:29pm
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