City Commission Regular Meeting
Regular MeetingEustis, FL · March 20, 2014
Minutes
APPROVED: 4/3/2014
City Hall
City of Eustis, Florida 10 North Grove Street
Post Office Drawer 68
Eustis , FL 32727-0068
Meeting Minutes - Final*
City Commission
Thursday, March 20, 2014 6:00PM City Hall
CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Bob
INVOCATION: Rev. Jim Baumgartner, Praise Cathedral Church of God
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Vice Mayor Eckian
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF QUORUM AND PROPER NOTICE
Present: 5 - Vice-Mayor Albert Eckian; Commissioner Michael Holland; Commissioner Karen LeHeup-Smith;
Commissioner Kress Muenzmay; and Mayor Linda Bob
I. AGENDA UPDATE
Dianne Kramer, Acting City Manager, informed the Commission that Ordinance No. 14-01 will need
to be heard before Ordinance No. 14-02, although that is not how it is shown on the agenda. She
reported that the City had received letters of objection to Ordinances 14-10, 14-11, 14-12, 14-17
and 14- 18 and stated that the City Attorney will be recommending the Commission continue
indefinitely the consideration of those ordinances to allow time for the City to respond to those
process concerns.
II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
14104 March 6, 2014- Regular City Commission Meeting
March 6, 2014 - City Commission Workshop
March 13, 2014- City Commission Workshop
A motion was made by Commissioner Holland, seconded by Vice-Mayor Eckian, to Approve
the Minutes. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Vice-Mayor Eckian; Commissioner Holland; Commissioner LeHeup-Smith;
Commissioner Muenzmay; and Mayor Bob
III. AUDIENCE TO BE HEARD
Emily Lee, 705 E. Washington Ave. and representing the Bates Avenue Neighborhood Improvement
Council, thanked the Commission for their participation in the opening and support of the new
Community Garden. She commented on the Council's efforts to combat childhood obesity and
invited the public to participate in the garden. She stated the plots are being offered for a cost of
$20.
Gregory Lucas, 215 Laurel Oak Dr. and one of the dealers from the City's farmer's market, thanked
the Commission for the opportunity and asked that it be continued. He noted problems with the
weather during the time it was open and conflicts with other open markets. He recommended that it
be scheduled for a different day of the week and later in the day.
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IV. CONSENT AGENDA
14100 Resolution No. 14-20: Foreclosure Authorization- 1411 Johnson Street,
Case #13-033
14101 Resolution No. 14-21: Release of Lien, 836 Edgewater Circle
14102 Acceptance of Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) for the Year
Ended September 30, 2013
The Commission commented on the answer to the Management Letter in the CAFR and expressed
concern regarding the statement about "adjusting business practices and personnel responsibilities
as recommended by the third party consultant". It was stated that the Commission did not want to
commit to whatever the third party consultant says in case the City does not think it is appropriate.
Dianne Kramer, Acting City Manager, assured the Commission that the City would evaluate their
recommendations prior to any implementation.
The Commission confirmed with the City Attorney that the Consent Agenda did not need to be
opened for public comment since an item was discussed.
A motion was made by Commissioner Holland, seconded by Commissioner Muenzmay, to
Approve the Consent Agenda. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Vice-Mayor Eckian; Commissioner Holland; Commissioner LeHeup-Smith;
Commissioner Muenzmay; and Mayor Bob
V. ORDINANCES, PUBLIC HEARINGS & QUASI-JUDICIAL HEARINGS
14103 Resolution No. 14-22: Gateway Corridor Improvement Matching Grant
Program
Derek Schroth, City Attorney, announced Resolution No. 14-22: A Resolution ofthe City
Commission of the City of Eustis, Florida; Establishing a Corridor Improvement Matching Grant
Program and Authorizing the Use of $45,000 of the Economic Incentive Budget to Provide Funding
for the Program.
Dianne Kramer, Acting City Manager, explained the proposed matching grant program stating
$45,000 would be allocated for the current budget year for matching grants to be used for facade
improvements along the major corridors. She cited the area to be included in the program as
follows: SR 19 from Hwy. 441 to Pendleton and Orange Avenue between Bay Street and Abrams
Road. She reviewed some of the eligible expenses and noted that the grants would be awarded on
a first come, first serve basis.
The Commission discussed eligibility and asked if a property owner with more than one parcel could
apply multiple times with Ms. Kramer stating that, as proposed, the program restricts each property
owner to one award per year.
The Commission discussed that additional properties would probably be rentals or commercial
property.
Mr. Schroth opened the public hearing at 6:15p.m.
Kevin Jenness, 36309 Brendenshire Court, Grand Island, and Peddler's Wagon, expressed support
for the program and concern regarding not allowing the funds to be used for landscaping.
Sean Jenness, 25 E. Magnolia Ave. , expressed opposition to including parking lot paving and
providing funding to private property owners that have not kept up their property.
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There being no further public comment, the hearing was closed at 6:17p.m.
The Commission discussed the purpose of the program being to encourage property owners to bring
properties up to code, allowing a percentage of the funds to be used for landscaping, staff providing
guidance in the selection of plants to insure viability, and allowing irrigation as well if landscaping is
to be included.
A motion was made by Commissioner Muenzmay, seconded by Commissioner Holland, to
approve Resolution No. 14-22 with the following amendments: Add landscaping and irrigation
to the Eligible Expenditures with a $450 cap for the landscaping and remove Item #2 from the
Program Guidelines. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Vice-Mayor Eckian ; Commissioner Holland; Commissioner LeHeup-Smith ; Commissioner
Muenzmay; and Mayor Bob
SECOND READING
14016 Ordinance No. 14-01: Voluntary Annexation- Northeast Corner of David
Walker Dr. & Mt. Homer Rd.
Mr. Schroth read Ordinance No. 14-01 by title on second and final reading: An Ordinance of the
City Commission of the City of Eustis, Florida; Voluntarily Annexing Approximately 25.51 Acres of
Real Property Located on the Northeast Corner of David Walker Drive and Mt. Homer Road.
Lori Barnes, Senior Planner, explained the request for annexation of the property which is under
contract to be sold to the Unitarian Universalist Church for development as a church property and
will be followed by the related comprehensive plan amendment and design district designation.
Mr. Schroth opened the public hearing at 6:24p.m. There being no public comment, the hearing
was closed at 6:24p.m.
A motion was made by Commissioner Holland, seconded by Vice-Mayor Eckian, to Adopt
Ordinance No. 14-01 on second reading. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Vice-Mayor Eckian ; Commissioner Holland; Commissioner LeHeup-Smith ;
Commissioner Muenzmay; and Mayor Bob
14017 Ordinance No. 14-02: Comprehensive Plan Amendment (Large Scale)
Northeast Corner of David Walker Dr. & Mt. Homer Rd.
Mr. Schroth read Ordinance No. 14-02 by title on second and final reading: An Ordinance of the
City Commission of the City of Eustis, Lake County, Florida; Amending the City of Eustis
Comprehensive Plan Pursuant to 163.3184 F.S.; Changing the Future Land Use of Approximately
25.51 Acres of Recently Annexed Real Property Located on the Northeast Corner of David Walker
Dr. and Mt. Homer Rd. from Lake County Urban Low to "Mixed Commercial Residential" (MCR).
Mr. Schroth opened the public hearing at 6:24p.m. There being no public comment, the hearing
was closed at 6:24p.m.
A motion was made by Commissioner Holland, seconded by Commissioner LeHeup-Smith, to
Adopt Ordinance No. 14-02 on second reading. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Vice-Mayor Eckian ; Commissioner Holland ; Commissioner LeHeup-Smith ; Commissioner
Muenzmay; and Mayor Bob
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14018 Ordinance No. 14-03: Design District Map Amendment - Northeast Corner
of David Walker Dr. & Mt. Homer Rd .
Mr. Schroth read Ordinance No. 14-03 by title on second and final reading: An Ordinance of the City
Commission of the City of Eustis, Lake County, Florida; Assigning the Design District Designation of
25.51 Acres of Recently Annexed Real Property Located on the Northeast Corner of David Walker
Drive and Mt. Homer Road as Suburban Neighborhood.
Mr. Schroth opened the public hearing at 6:25p.m. There being no public comment, the hearing
was closed at 6:25p.m.
A motion was made by Commissioner Holland, seconded by Commissioner LeHeup-Smith,
to Adopt Ordinance No. 14-03 on second reading. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Vice-Mayor Eckian; Commissioner Holland; Commissioner LeHeup-Smith ; Commissioner
Muenzmay; and Mayor Bob
14019 Ordinance No. 14-10: Voluntary Annexation- North Side of County Rd. 44,
west of Gatch Road and East of Hicks Ditch Road
Mr. Schroth read Ordinance No. 14-10 by title on second and final reading: An Ordinance ofthe
City Commission of the City of Eustis, Florida; Voluntarily Annexing Approximately 11.09 Acres of
Real Property Located on the North Side of County Road 44, West of Gatch Road and East of
Hicks Ditch Road.
He explained his recommendation that consideration of the ordinance be postponed until further
notice and informed the audience they could speak now but the ordinance would be re-advertised
and they would also be able to speak at that time.
Mr. Schroth opened the public hearing at 6:26p.m.
A. Kurt Ardaman, Fishback Dominick law firm, addressed the Commission as representative of
John B. Smith and Robert T. Panuska, requesting postponement or denial of the ordinance and
submitted copies of documents in opposition noting the documents also relate to Ordinances No.
14-11 and 14-12 as well.
There being no further public comment, the hearing was closed at 6:27p.m.
A motion was made by Vice-Mayor Eckian, seconded by Commissioner Holland, to
Continue Ordinance No. 14-10 until such time as the City Attorney and Acting City Manager
are of the opinion it is ripe for consideration. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5- Vice-Mayor Eckian ; Commissioner Holland; Commissioner LeHeup-Smith ; Commissioner
Muenzmay; and Mayor Bob
14020 Ordinance No. 14-11: Comprehensive Plan Amendment (Large Scale)
North Side of County Road 44, West of Gatch Road and East of Hicks
Ditch Road
Mr. Schroth read Ordinance No. 14-11 by title on second and final reading: An Ordinance of the
City Commission of the City of Eustis, Lake County, Florida, Amending the City of Eustis
Comprehensive Plan Pursuant to 163.3184 F.S.; Changing the Future Land Use of Approximately
11.09 Acres of Recently Annexed Real Property Located on the North Side of County Road 44,
West of Gatch Road and East of Hicks Ditch Road from Urban Low in Lake County to "Mixed
Commercial Residential" (MCR) in the City.
Mr. Schroth noted his recommendation that Ordinance No. 14-11 also be postponed indefinitely.
He opened the public hearing at 6:28p.m.
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Mr. Ardaman stated his objection was as stated for Ordinance No. 14-10 and that the same
submittals apply.
There being no further public comment, Mr. Schroth closed the hearing at 6:29p.m.
A motion was made by Vice-Mayor Eckian, seconded by Commissioner Holland, to continue
Ordinance No. 14-11 until such time as the City Attorney and Acting City Manager are of the
opinion it is ripe for consideration. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Vice-Mayor Eckian; Commissioner Holland; Commissioner LeHeup-Smith; Commissioner
Muenzmay; and Mayor Bob
14023 Ordinance No. 14-12: Design District Map Amendment - North Side of
County Road 44 , West of Gatch Road and East of Hicks Ditch Road
Mr. Schroth read Ordinance No. 14-12 by title on second and final reading: An Ordinance of the
City Commission of the City of Eustis, Lake County, Florida; Assigning the Design District
Designation for 11.09 Acres of Recently Annexed Real Property Located on the North Side of
County Road 44, West of Gatch Road and East of Hicks Ditch Road as Suburban Corridor.
He noted his recommendation to also postpone Ordinance No. 14-12 and opened the public
hearing at 6:29p.m.
Mr. Ardaman stated his objection and submittals are the same as for Ordinances No. 14-10 and
14-11 .
There being no further public comment, Mr. Schroth closed the hearing at 6:30p.m.
A motion was made by Vice-Mayor Eckian, seconded by Commissioner Holland, to
continue Ordinance No. 14-12 until such time as the City Attorney and Acting City Manager
are of the opinion it is ripe for consideration. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5- Vice-Mayor Eckian ; Commissioner Holland; Commissioner LeHeup-Smith; Commissioner
Muenzmay; and Mayor Bob
14089 Ordinance No. 14-22: Special Event Permits
Mr. Schroth read Ordinance No. 14-22 by title on second and final reading: An Ordinance of the
City Commission of the City of Eustis, Lake County, Florida, Replacing Article IV Special Events of
Chapter 18 of the Eustis Code of Ordinances in its Entirety; Providing for Codification; and
Providing for an Effective date.
Mr. Schroth opened the public hearing at 6:31p.m. There being no public comment, the hearing
was closed at 6:31p.m.
A motion was made by Commissioner Holland, seconded by Commissioner LeHeup-Smith, to
Adopt Ordinance No. 14-22 on second reading. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Vice-Mayor Eckian ; Commissioner Holland; Commissioner LeHeup-Smith; Commissioner
Muenzmay; and Mayor Bob
FIRST READING
14083 Ordinance No. 14-17: Design District Map Amendment for City-Owned
Parcel on the Southwest Corner of E. County Rd. 44 and Hicks Ditch Rd.
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Mr. Schroth read Ordinance No. 14-17 by title on first reading: An Ordinance of the City
Commission of the City of Eustis, Lake County, Florida; Amending the Design District Map;
Changing the Design District Designation of Approximately 22.4 Acres of Real Property Located at
the Southwest Corner of E. County Rd. 44 and Hicks Ditch Rd. from Rural District to Suburban
Corridor.
Mr. Schroth explained staff is also recommending continuance of Ordinance No. 14-17 due to a
letter of objection that was delivered Sunday evening.
Mr. Schroth opened the public hearing at 6:32p.m.
Mr. Ardaman, Fishback Dominick law firm, presented three submittals including a letter addressed
to the Mayor dated March 17, 2014, signed by Attorney Dan Langley, an email from Mr. Langley to
Mr. Schroth and 20 maps. He stated their firm's request that the Commission either withdraw or
deny Ordinances No. 14-17 and 14-18.
There being no further public comment, the hearing was closed at 6:33p.m.
A motion was made by Vice-Mayor Eckian, seconded by Commissioner Holland, to
Continue Ordinance No. 14-17 until such time as the City Attorney and Acting City Manager
are of the opinion it is ripe for consideration. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Vice-Mayor Eckian ; Commissioner Holland; Commissioner LeHeup-Smith ; Commissioner
Muenzmay; and Mayor Bob
14094 Ordinance No. 14-18: Design District Map Amendment for City-Owned
Property South of CR 44 and West of Hicks Ditch Road
Mr. Schroth read Ordinance No. 14-18 by title on first reading: An Ordinance of the City
Commission of the City of Eustis, Lake County, Florida; Amending the Design District Map to
Correct Mapping Errors; Assigning the Design District Designations of Suburban Neighborhood
and Suburban Corridor to Approximately 124.5 Acres of City-Owned Real Property Located South
of CR 44 and West of Hicks Ditch Road.
Mr. Schroth opened the public hearing at 6:34p.m.
Mr. Ardaman stated his firm 's same objections and submittals from Ordinance No. 14-17 also apply
to Ordinance No. 14-18.
Joan Bryant, President of Trout Lake Nature Center, expressed opposition to Ordinance No. 14-18
citing the condition of the property and expressing environmental concerns. She asked the
Commission deny the ordinance rather than postponing and asked the Commission consider
turning control of the subject property over to the Nature Center.
Mr. Schroth requested that the audience refrain from applauding or booing the public comments.
Linda Bystrak, President of the Ocklawaha Audubon Society, expressed support for Ms. Bryant's
comments and confirmed that Trout Lake has been rated the #1 most impaired lake in the Harris
Chain of Lakes according to DEP with Lake Yale #2 and Lake Denham #3. She reported that the
Lake County Water Authority has appropriated $150,000 to hire consultants to study all three lakes
to determine the source of the pollution. She stated the Society will also be seeking grants to help
resolve the surrounding pollution issues. She commented on property north of CR 44 that was
recently transferred to Lake County from the St. John's River Water Management District to be
developed as a park and urged the Commission to not allow any development on the property
adjoining the Nature Center.
Albert Sweidler, former professor of biology, expressed his concern for the environment and asked
the motivation for the change.
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Mr. Schroth explained that the hearing is for the Commission to hear public comments and that the
Commission and staff are not required to answer questions at that time .
Ms. Kramer stated it would be better addressed during the re-advertised public hearing so that all of
the information can be provided at that time as there have been some misunderstandings and
without a full presentation there may continue to be misunderstandings.
Charlene Edwards, County resident, expressed support for the statements made by Ms. Bryant.
Taylor Lockwood, Mount Dora resident, commented on the possible effects of noise pollution on the
wildlife at the Nature Center.
There being no further public comment, the hearing was closed at 6:50p.m.
The Commission clarified for the public that the property in question does not intrude on the Trout
Lake Nature Center property and expressed support for the Nature Center. It was further explained
that the City received letters from Attorney Langley as well as email correspondence and that the
City Attorney has not had adequate time to evaluate those comments and issues. The Commission
also commented on the sources of pollution in that area as well as in the Wekiva Basin Protection
Area particularly from agricultural sources.
A motion was made by Vice-Mayor Eckian, seconded by Commissioner Holland, to continue
Ordinance No. 14-18 until such time as the City Attorney and the Acting City Manager are of
the opinion it is ripe for consideration. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Vice-Mayor Eckian ; Commissioner Holland ; Commissioner LeHeup-Smith;
Commissioner Muenzmay; and Mayor Bob
14095 Ordinance No. 14-19: Design District Map Amendment for 215 E. Laurel
Oak Drive
Mr. Schroth read Ordinance No. 14-19 by title only on first reading: An Ordinance of the City
Commission of the City of Eustis, Lake County, Florida; Amending the Design District Map to
Correct a Mapping Error; Assigning the Design District Designation of Suburban Neighborhood to
Approximately 2.19 Acres of Real Property Located at 215 E. Laurel Oak Drive.
Ms. Barnes explained staff discovered a number of errors in the City's design district map and the
next three ordinances will address those errors. She emphasized that the changes are only to the
design district designations and do not affect the allowed land uses which is covered by the future
land use designation. She then reviewed the proposed change under Ordinance No. 14-19 stating
that the subject property was annexed into the City in 1993 but was not shown on the design district
map adopted in 2009 so it never received a design district designation . She stated that the
proposed Suburban Neighborhood designation is consistent with the established development
patterns in the area and compatible with the current use and the current land use designation.
Mr. Schroth opened the public hearing at 6:59p.m.
Gregory Lucas stated the property belongs to his parents and asked for an explanation of the
proposed change.
Ms. Barnes stated that the property owner was notified that the City was initiating the design district
assignment. She explained that the property was inadvertently omitted when the Design District
Map was created; therefore, the map must be amended to show that the property is in the City
Limits and to provide a design district designation.
Ms. Kramer explained that the ordinance does not change what the property owner can do with the
property or any of the adjacent properties and merely places the property on the map.
There being no further public comment, the hearing was closed at 7:01 p.m.
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A motion was made by Commissioner Holland, seconded by Commissioner LeHeup-Smith, to
Approve Ordinance No. 14-19 on First Reading. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Vice-Mayor Eckian ; Commissioner Holland; Commissioner LeHeup-Smith ; Commissioner
Muenzmay; and Mayor Bob
14096 Ordinance No. 14-20: Design District Map Amendment for Northwest
Corner of Waycross Ave. and Abrams Road
Mr. Schroth read Ordinance No. 14-20 by title on first reading: An Ordinance of the City
Commission of the City of Eustis, Lake County, Florida; Amending the Design District Map to
Correct a Mapping Error; Assigning the Design District Designation of Suburban Neighborhood to
Approximately 5. 06 Acres of Real Property Located on the Northwest Corner of Waycross Ave. and
Abrams Road.
Ms. Barnes stated the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints exists on the property and it has
a future land use designation of Public Institutional which permits a variety of civic and community
uses. She added that the property is shown as Conservation on the design district map. She
further stated the proposed designation is Suburban Neighborhood which is consistent with the
established development pattern in the area and compatible with the current use and the Public
Institutional/and use designation.
Mr. Schroth opened the public hearing at 7:03p.m. There being no public comment, the hearing
was closed at 7:03p.m.
A motion was made by Commissioner Holland, seconded by Commissioner LeHeup-Smith, to
Approve Ordinance No. 14-20 on First Reading. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Vice-Mayor Eckian; Commissioner Holland; Commissioner LeHeup-Smith; Commissioner
Muenzmay; and Mayor Bob
14097 Ordinance No. 14-21: Design District Map Amendment for 751 Old Mt.
Dora Road
Mr. Schroth read Ordinance No. 14-21 by title on first reading: An Ordinance of the City Commission
of the City of Eustis, Lake County, Florida; Amending the Design District Map to Correct Mapping
Errors; Assigning the Design District Designation of Suburban Neighborhood to Approximately 8.33
acres of Real Property Located at 751 Old Mt. Dora Rd.
Ms. Barnes explained there is a single family home currently on the property which has a future land
use designation of Agricultural and which allows both agricultural uses and residential at a density of
one dwelling unit per five acres. She stated the property is currently shown as Conservation and
the proposed designation is Suburban Neighborhood which is consistent with the established
development patterns in the area and compatible with the current use and the current land use
designation.
Mr. Schroth opened the public hearing at 7:04p.m. There being no public comment, the hearing
was closed at 7:04p.m.
A motion was made by Commissioner Holland, seconded by Commissioner LeHeup-Smith,
to Approve Ordinance No. 14-21 on First Reading. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Vice-Mayor Eckian ; Commissioner Holland; Commissioner LeHeup-Smith ; Commissioner
Muenzmay; and Mayor Bob
VI. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS- None
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VII. COMMENTS
City Commission
Vice Mayor Eckian commented on the new Community Garden, announced an upcoming fishing
tournament to be held as a fundraiser for the Eustis and Umatilla Boys & Girls Club and thanked the
sponsors of the event.
Commissioner LeHeup-Smith commented on the recent Wine-A-Fare benefit for the Lake Eustis
Museum of Art and reported on her inaugural attendance at the Chamber of Commerce breakfast
meeting noting their preliminary numbers show a slight improvement over last year for Georgefest.
She cited a variety of upcoming local events including Jazzfest, the Fire Dept. groundbreaking and
the Amazing Race. She expressed support for the improvements to the City's special event permit
application process.
Commissioner Muenzmay clarified the upcoming fishing tournament is to benefit the children but
would not include the children and commented on the Jazzfest. He noted that both Sean and Kevin
Jenness were thanked at the Community Garden opening for their support.
Vice Mayor Eckian clarified that the time for the Fire Station groundbreaking was 11 :00 a.m.
City Manager
Ms. Kramer introduced Bill Johnston, Wastewater Supervisor.
Bill Johnston reported to the Commission on the recent award received by the City's Wastewater
Treatment Plant by FDEP and distributed to the Commission copies of a newsletter announcing the
award.
Ms. Kramer reported on the City's property at 300 N. Bay Street stating the paperwork is being
finalized to show the lot has been cleared by DEP. She noted a recent article in the Sentinel
regarding Winter Park and four Lake County cities being tops in drawing buyers for homes which did
not mention Eustis; however, the zip code referenced as #3 is actually in the City of Eustis. She
announced Commissioner Holland will be receiving the 2014 Community Service Award for
Leadership.
Commissioner Muenzmay recognized City Attorney Derek Schroth, his firm and family for their
support of the local organizations and events.
City Attorney
Mr. Schroth reported that the City would probably be sued again and cited the letters from March
17th and 18th. He noted that there are a number of individuals that were on the Commission that
hired him that are now involved in the possible litigation. He stated he would not be comfortable
with litigating against a former client and recommended bringing in another attorney to represent
the City. He recommended Don Hemke and stated the City already has a contract with him;
therefore, the Commission will just have to authorize the use of Mr. Hemke. He stated most of the
issues raised thus far are Sunshine Law violation allegations and other issues outlined in the
letters. Due to the quick turnaround time in responding to the filing of a lawsuit, he recommended
the Commission go ahead and authorize involving Mr. Hemke in the event a lawsuit is filed.
CONSENSUS: It was a consensus of the Commission to authorize Mr. Hemke to represent the
City in the event of a lawsuit.
Mayor
Mayor Bob reported on the progress on the new school for Eustis Heights noting that she will be
bringing some photos of the progress.
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VIII. ADJOURNMENT-7:20p.m.
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Agenda
City Hall
City of Eustis, Florida 10 North Grove Street
Post Office Drawer 68
Eustis, FL 32727-0068
Meeting Agenda
City Commission
Thursday, March 20, 2014 6:00 PM City Hall
CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Bob
INVOCATION: Rev. Jim Baumgartner, Praise Cathedral Church of God
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Vice Mayor Eckian
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF QUORUM AND PROPER NOTICE
I. AGENDA UPDATE
II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
14104 March 6, 2014 - Regular City Commission Meeting
March 6, 2014 - City Commission Workshop
March 13, 2014 - City Commission Workshop
III. AUDIENCE TO BE HEARD
IV. CONSENT AGENDA
14100 Resolution No. 14-20: Foreclosure Authorization - 1411 Johnson
Street, Case #13-033
14101 Resolution No. 14-21: Release of Lien, 836 Edgewater Circle
14102 Acceptance of Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) for
the Year Ended September 30, 2013
V. ORDINANCES, PUBLIC HEARINGS & QUASI-JUDICIAL HEARINGS
14103 Resolution No. 14-22: Gateway Corridor Improvement Matching
Grant Program
SECOND READING
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14017 Ordinance No. 14-02: Comprehensive Plan Amendment (Large
Scale) Northeast Corner of David Walker Dr. & Mt. Homer Rd.
14016 Ordinance No. 14-01: Voluntary Annexation - Northeast Corner of
David Walker Dr. & Mt. Homer Rd.
14018 Ordinance No. 14-03: Design District Map Amendment - Northeast
Corner of David Walker Dr. & Mt. Homer Rd.
14020 Ordinance No. 14-11: Comprehensive Plan Amendment (Large
Scale) North Side of County Road 44, West of Gatch Road and
East of Hicks Ditch Road
14019 Ordinance No. 14-10: Voluntary Annexation - North Side of County
Rd. 44, west of Gatch Road and East of Hicks Ditch Road
14023 Ordinance No. 14-12: Design District Map Amendment - North Side
of County Road 44, West of Gatch Road and East of Hicks Ditch
Road
14089 Ordinance No. 14-22: Special Event Permits
FIRST READING
14083 Ordinance No. 14-17: Design District Map Amendment for
City-Owned Parcel on the Southwest Corner of E. County Rd. 44
and Hicks Ditch Rd.
14094 Ordinance No. 14-18: Design District Map Amendment for
City-Owned Property South of CR 44 and West of Hicks Ditch
Road
14095 Ordinance No. 14-19: Design District Map Amendment for 215 E.
Laurel Oak Drive
14096 Ordinance No. 14-20: Design District Map Amendment for
Northwest Corner of Waycross Ave. and Abrams Road
14097 Ordinance No. 14-21: Design District Map Amendment for 751 Old
Mt. Dora Road
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VI. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
VII. COMMENTS
City Commission
City Manager
City Attorney
VIII. ADJOURNMENT
This Agenda is provided to the Commission only as a guide, and in no way limits their consideration to the items contained hereon. The Commission has
the sole right to determine those items they will discuss, consider, act upon, or fail to act upon. Changes or amendments to this Agenda may occur at any
time prior to, or during the scheduled meeting. It is recommended that if you have an interest in the meeting, you make every attempt to attend the
meeting. This Agenda is provided only as a courtesy, and such provision in no way infers or conveys that the Agenda appearing here is , or will be the
Agenda considered at the meeting.
If a person decides to appeal any decision made by the board, agency or commission with respect to any matter considered at such meeting or hearing, he
or she will need a record of the proceedings, and that, for such purpose, he or she may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made,
which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based (Florida Statutes, 286.0105). In accordance with the Americans
with Disabilities Act of 1990, persons needing a special accommodation to participate in this proceeding should contact the City Clerk 48 hours prior to
any meeting so arrangements can be made. Telephone (352) 483-5430 for assistance.
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