City Commission Regular Meeting
Regular MeetingEustis, FL · August 5, 2021
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APPROVED:8/19/2021
6:00 PM - Thursday, August 5, 2021 - Community Building
601 Northshore Drive, Eustis
INVOCATION: MOMENT OF SILENCE
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: COMMISSIONER COBB
CALL TO ORDER: 6:10 P.M.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF QUORUM AND PROPER NOTICE
PRESENT: Commissioner Nan Cobb, Vice Mayor Emily Lee, Commissioner Karen
LeHeup-Smith and Mayor Michael L. Holland
ABSENT: Commissioner Willie Hawkins
1. AGENDA UPDATE: NONE
2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
2.1 June 16, 2021 - City Commission Workshop
July 15, 2021 - Regular City Commission Meeting
Moved by Vice Mayor Lee, seconded by Commissioner Cobb, to approve the
Minutes as submitted. Motion carried by the following votes:
Ayes: Commissioner Cobb, Vice Mayor Lee, Commissioner LeHeup-Smith and
Mayor Holland
3. PRESENTATIONS
3.1 Update on City Commission-approved developments and other projects in process
and breakdown of Community Redevelopment Agency expenditures and projects
Lori Barnes, Development Services Director, provided an update on the
Development Services Department activities. She reviewed the various divisions,
explained the specific division duties and provided annual statistics for each
division . She noted that staff prepares a slide show highlighting new businesses
that is presented on the City's Facebook page.
Ms. Barnes then reviewed recent state legislation that will affect how the City does
business. She cited House Bill 403 regarding home-based businesses which
prohibits local government from taking certain actions relating to the licensure and
regulation of home-based businesses and indicated the legislation will require the
City make some code changes. She explained that any regulations pertaining to
noise, vibration, heat, smoke, dust, glare, fumes or noxious odors cannot be more
stringent on home-based businesses than those imposed on residences without a
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home-based business. She indicated that the City has no regulations in the
nuisance ordinance that applies to those issues. She stated the City has two
options: 1) They can strike all of the provisions regarding those nuisances related
to home-businesses in the BTR ordinance; or 2) They can adopt regulations in the
nuisance ordinance, Chapter 34, that would apply standards to any of those
negatives impacts in any residential areas.
Discussion was held regarding whether or not to amend Chapter 34 to incorporate
regulations on those negative impacts. It was a consensus of the Commission to
have staff bring back some examples for their review.
Ms. Barnes then reviewed the Building Department and Code Enforcement
functions and annual statistics noting that Code Enforcement has an overall 96%
compliance rate. She explained that Senate Bill 60 now prohibits code inspectors
from initiating an investigation unless the complainant provides their name and
address. She commented on staffs efforts to get that information out to the
community.
Ms. Barnes then reported on the department's annual planning statistics and
explained that the planning staff also has to review building permit applications for
compliance with the Land Development Regulations. She then reviewed the
development incentive program for new construction which waives water and
sewer impact fees noting they processed 64 applications, representing $91. 7
million in private investment vs. $2.3 million in potential waived fees. She
explained that those fees are not actually waived until the project gets to the
building permit stage.
Ms. Barnes then provided an update on recent projects as follows: Recently
completed projects: 1) Lulu Candles; 2) Valencia Grove II; and 3) Circle Kat SR
44 and CR 44. Projects currently under construction: 1) Oakmere (Bates
Subdivision); 2) Lake Lincoln Subdivision; 3) Lake Eustis Marina expansion; and
4) Magnolia Street Apartments. Projects under review: 1) Orange Ave.
Townhomes; 2) Royal Brothers single family residential preliminary subdivision
plat; 3) Pine Meadows concept plan; 4) New 7-11 at Fish Camp Road and County
Road 44. Projects that may be coming soon: 1) New Ace Hardware - previously
approved but delayed by a probate issue; 2) Lake House at Lake Eustis (assisted
living facility) whose financing was cancelled due to Covid 19; however, their new
financing options are underway and should be completed within 30 days. They
are expecting to resubmit their plans within 60 days; 3) Lake Door and Trim at
David Walker and Huffstetler has reported they are waiting to see what happens
with building supply costs.
Ms. Barnes then listed recent individuals and businesses that have expressed
interest in developing within the City: 1) Cobb Commerce Park for a soap
manufacturer and a diesel repair facility; 2) CR 44 east of Walgreen's (53 acre
parcel) - staff has received a number of inquiries however there are issues due to
it being in a flood zone; 3) CR 44 immediately adjacent to Walgreen's (13 acres);
4) Lakeview Ave. 9 acre and 14 acre parcels - have been on the market for a
number of years - have received a number of inquiries regarding that property; 5)
CR 44 on north side east of Dollar General (17 acre parcel); 6) SR 44 at Waycross
(25 acre parcel) just north of Lowe's - however there are challenges and no way
clear for annexation due to creation of an enclave; 7) 66 acre parcel on CR 44
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would create an enclave; 8) Flagship development on City property on 44 is
proceeding with their due diligence and plans for the drive-in movie theater, self-
storage, hotels and retail; and 9) Atrium project for the three downtown city blocks.
City Manager and Economic Development Director have been negotiating with the
developer and will bring it to the CRA Board at their next meeting.
Ms. Barnes then reported on the upcoming surplus property sale/mow to own
program. She noted there are currently ten properties available. She commented
on how the program is very staff intensive and stated they will be initiating this
year's program in the late fall.
Commissioner Cobb asked about the property near the Gate station with Ms.
Barnes stating that Trout Landing did receive its concept plan approval which does
not provide any entitlements. She explained they are looking at marketing for the
project; however they are looking at other options as well.
Tom Carrino, Economic Development Director, provided a report on the
expenditures between the east and west portions of the CRA District stating
approximately $1,185,000 has been spent over the past five years east of Center
Street and $700,000 west of Center Street. He noted there are additional funds
that have been spent throughout the CRA. He then compared the property values
and revenues generated between the two sections.
The Commission asked for specifics regarding what projects have been completed
with Mr. Carrino indicating he can provide a list of the major projects but could not
provide a breakdown of the specific sidewalks and streets.
CONSENSUS: It was a consensus of the Commission for Mr. Carrino to provide a
list of projects to all of the Commissioners.
The Commission asked about the project on Orange Avenue that has requested
CRA funding twice with Mr. Carrino indicating they have lost some of their
contractors and subcontractors due to a hold up when they had to make some
changes to their plans. He confirmed they do not get their reimbursements unless
and until the project is completed and they have paid their taxes.
The Commission then asked about Eleven Oaks with Rick Gierok, Public Works
Director, reporting there are some issues with their stormwater. He indicated he
would be having his camera crew video their stormwater to check to see if the
appropriate repairs have been completed .
The Commission asked how they are repairing it without digging it up with Mr.
Gierok explaining they inject grout. He indicated the stormwater system is the
responsibility of the HOA; however, the roads are the City's and if the stormwater
fails and damages the roads it will cause the City problems.
The Commission asked about requiring a performance bond for two or three years
with Mr. Gierok indicating the City will get a two-year maintenance bond. He
indicated that the contractor they hired is a quality contractor.
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The Commission asked how this occurred with Mr. Neibert indicating they had a
bad contractor and then they had a contractor walk away and it was complicated
by Covid. He confirmed they obtained their Certificate of Occupancy from the
County for the electric poles and fixtures.
The Commission asked about Farmstead 44 with Ms. Barnes indicating it is under
construction. They are working on tree removal and they are maintaining a
significant buffer of existing trees along 44. They are working on installation of the
road and they have submitted their building permits for their vertical construction
and those are under review.
4. AUDIENCE TO BE HEARD
Horace Jones, Executive Director for the Eustis Housing Authority (EHA), commented on
the recent budget workshops stating they were very well planned out and very detailed.
He thanked City staff for their assistance with the Housing Authority. He noted that EHA
will be applying for a HUD grant that will provide assistance for their resource center that
they will be implementing . He noted they will be requesting some matching funding from
the City.
The Commission complimented Mr. Jones on the excellent condition of their facilities.
5. CONSENT AGENDA
5.1 Resolution Number 21-49: Approving Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance
Grant
5.2 Resolution Number 21-53: Approving a Memorandum of Understanding with
LifeStream Behavioral Services LLC
5.3 Resolution Number 21-54: Approving change order and budget amendment for
Umatilla Wastewater Interconnection Project
5.4 Resolution Number 21-58: Approving a revised assignment of the Developer's
Agreement and first amendment to the Developer's Agreement with Redtail Club
Services, LLC
Moved by Vice Mayor Lee, seconded by Commissioner Cobb, to approve the
Consent Agenda as submitted . Motion carried by the following votes:
Ayes : Commissioner Cobb, Vice Mayor Lee, Commissioner LeHeup-Smith and
Mayor Holland
6. ORDINANCES, PUBLIC HEARINGS & QUASI-JUDICIAL HEARINGS
6.1 Resolution Number 21-50: Preliminary Subdivision Plat - Orange Ave Townhomes
Derek Schroth, City Attorney, announced Resolution Number 21-50: A Resolution
of the City Commission of the City of Eustis, Florida; approving a preliminary
subdivision plat for the Orange Ave. Townhomes Subdivision, a 32-lot single
family townhome subdivision, on approximately 3.9 +/- acres located on the south
side of East Orange Avenue (between Abrams Rd. and Fruitwood Ave.).
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Lori Barnes, Development Services Director, reviewed the proposed preliminary
subdivision plat as follows: 1) Property owner//applicant is Lake RC, Inc.; 2)
Project consists of a 32-unit townhome development; 3) FLU designation of Mixed
Commercial/Residential within a Suburban Corridor design district; and 4) 32
single family lots on 3.9 acres equaling 8.7 du/ac which is less than the maximum
allowed of 12 du/ac.
Ms. Barnes presented a view of the subdivision and landscape plans citing the
proposed buffering. She presented an artist rendering of the townhomes. She
stated the applicant did hold the voluntary community meeting with approximately
five residents in attendance. She noted there were concerns regarding additional
traffic. She indicated staff recommended they contact Lake County as they had
concerns regarding existing issues and Orange Avenue is maintained by the
County. She indicated staff has not received any input at this time regarding the
project. She noted that the project was advertised with a waiver request for
fencing around the stormwater pond; however, the waiver is no longer necessary.
She stated staff's recommendation for approval.
Mr. Schroth opened the public hearing at 6:55 p.m. There being no public
comment, the hearing was closed at 6:55 p.m .
Moved by Commissioner LeHeup-Smith, seconded by Vice Mayor Lee, to approve
Resolution Number 21-50. Motion carried by the following votes:
Ayes: Commissioner Cobb, Vice Mayor Lee, Commissioner LeHeup-Smith and
Mayor Holland
6.2 Resolution Number 21-51: Conditional Sign - Lulu Candles 1361 Cobb Drive
Mr. Schroth announced Resolution Number 21-51: A Resolution of the City
Commission of the City of Eustis, Florida; approving a conditional sign for Lulu
Candles at 1361 Cobb Drive to permit a 100-square foot sign in the Rural District.
Ms. Barnes reviewed the requested conditional sign and explained that the
request is to allow a sign area greater than that allowed by the Land Development
Regulations (LDR's). She stated their reasoning is that their facility is more than
500 feet from SR 44 and they want the sign to be readable from the roadway. She
reviewed the background information on the property and the applicable LDR's
noting that signs are not included as part of the site plan review. She noted that
the regulations provide for different standards for corridor design districts versus
any other district. She stated the subject property is located in the Rural design
district which has a maximum allowable signage of 72 square feet with 24 inch
maximum letter and logo size. She stated what is requested is 100 square feet
with larger lettering than the maximum allowed. She explained the conditional
sign process and the issues to be considered by the Commission in determining
whether or not to approve the request. She reviewed staff's analysis of the
request. She added that, if the Commission desires, staff could look at whether or
not to re-designate areas along 44 as corridors.
Mr. Schroth opened the public hearing at 7:04 p.m.
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Mayor Holland thanked Ms. Lawrence for relocating her business to Eustis. She
expressed thanks to the City for their assistance.
Karen Lawrence noted the distance that her business is set back from the main road
and commented on the need to have visibility from the roadway. She noted that
when the front lots are developed that will also make the view of their business more
difficult. She commented on the work they have done to make their facility beautiful.
There being no further public comment, the hearing was closed at 7:06 p.m.
The Commission confirmed that no additional signage would be placed near the
roadway.
Commissioner Cobb explained that while her company owns the Commerce Park,
they are selling the lots in the Park; however, they still own the front four lots and
there is an HOA so they retain a small percentage of ownership; therefore, she
would recuse herself from voting.
Commissioner LeHeup-Smith expressed support for redefining the City's corridors.
Moved by Vice Mayor Lee, seconded by Commissioner LeHeup-Smith, to approve
Resolution Number 21-51. Motion carried by the following votes:
Ayes: Vice Mayor Lee, Commissioner LeHeup-Smith and Mayor Holland
6.3 Resolution Number 21-52: Approving City participation in Florida Memorandum of
Understanding pertaining to opioid epidemic
Mr. Schroth announced Resolution Number 21-52 : A Resolution of the City
Commission of the City of Eustis, Florida; authorizing the City to join with the State
of Florida and other local governmental units as a participant in the Florida
Memorandum of Understanding and formal agreements implementing a unified
plan regarding opioid litigation ; authorizing the City Manager to execute all
necessary agreements; directing the City Clerk to submit the resolution to the
Florida Attorney General; providing for an effective date.
Mr. Schroth explained the requested Memorandum of Understanding is due to the
settlement of the opioid litigation with the City's share equaling $21 ,083.
Mr. Schroth opened the public hearing at 7:10 p.m. There being no public
comment, the hearing was closed at 7:10 p.m.
The Commission questioned what would occur with the City's $21,000 with Mr.
Neibert indicating that the agreement has specifics regarding use of the funds.
The thinking is that the individual communities will not be able to do much with
their shares so the funds will go to the counties to develop appropriate programs in
coordination with the cities.
Moved by Commissioner Cobb, seconded by Vice Mayor Lee, to approve
Resolution Number 21-52. Motion carried by the following votes:
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Ayes: Commissioner Cobb, Vice Mayor Lee, Commissioner LeHeup-Smith and
Mayor Holland
6.4 Resolution Number 21-55: Textile Recycling Collection Bin at 2601 E. Orange
Avenue
Mr. Schroth announced Resolution Number 21-55: A Resolution of the City
Commission of the City of Eustis, Florida; approving placement of a textile
recycling collection bin at 2601 E. Orange Avenue pursuant to Ordinance Number
21-07; providing for conditions of approval.
Ms. Barnes reviewed the request to allow placement of a textile recycling bin at
2601 E. Orange Avenue noting that it is the first of three requests by the applicant.
She noted the site is the AAA Mini Storage site and provided an aerial view of the
location. She also presented a photograph of the donation bin which was taken
on Monday (August 2nd). She reviewed staffs analysis of the request based on
Ordinance 21-07. She indicated that the property owner has provided approval;
however, that authorization allows American Textile Recycling Services to place a
bin on the property and the business tax receipt application is in the name of Orla
Recycled Clothing. She stated their representative has stated that ATRS is the
parent company of Orla but they have provided no documentation regarding that
relationship. She presented a picture of the signage on the bin. She reviewed the
requirements of Ordinance 21-07 and provided staffs analysis of each.
Ms. Barnes noted that the proposed signage on the bin does provide the ATRS
office address and provides a phone number to call for special recycling which
appears to be registered to ATRS. The signage also represents Libby's Breast
Cancer Foundation. She further noted additional requirements and the
compliance of the applicant. She added that Ordinance 21-07 limits the total
number of bins within the City to four and this applicant has submitted applications
for three. At that time, no other applications have been received . She stated that
the Commission has discretion to approve.
Mr. Schroth opened the public hearing at 7:19 p.m.
Gary Toley, representing ATRS and Libby's Legacy, read a letter of support from
Libby's signed by Tracy Harris, Executive Director of Libby's Legacy.
There being no further public comment, the hearing was closed at 7:22 p.m.
Commissioner Cobb noted when she started this she had contacted Libby's and
asked how much goes to Lake County and they either couldn't or wouldn't answer
her. She cited the letter sent out notifying everyone regarding the new ordinance
and the lack of compliance. She expressed concern regarding the bins being
placed prior to approval and that the BTR application does not match the bin
application . She noted that for one location the store manager signed the
agreement, not the land owner. She emphasized that the required process was
not followed .
The Commission commented on the mismatching names and expressed concern
regarding how much of the proceeds are actually going to Libby's.
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Mr. Toley responded that he is the community relations advocate and he does not
have that information. He indicated that ATRS would not be able to stay in
business if they didn't make a profit. He noted that when they first started in
Florida they were still supporting the various charities even though they weren't yet
making a profit. He commented on the number of employees they support. He
apologized for not having the specifics on the percentage provided to Libby's.
The Commission asked if there is an application fee and what will happen if the
bins are not maintained .
Ms. Barnes stated there is a $10 application fee and then an $80 annual fee for
the BTR plus a per site fee. She explained the applications do meet the
requirements of Ordinance 21-07. She indicated the City now has the contact
information to contact the organization in the event the sites are not maintained
appropriately. She noted that, in the past, they did not have contact information
and could not reach the bin owners and could only code enforce the property
owners.
The Commission further asked how they will ensure the bins stay maintained with
Mr. Toley indicating they service the bins twice per week. He added that each
store owner has his name and phone number and if someone wants to donate a
large item in between pickups they can call him and he will see that it is picked up.
He commented on the signature by the property owner and their feeling that the
authorized manager of a site should be able to approve and cited the difficulty in
trying to get the actual land owner to sign an agreement.
The Commission further expressed concern regarding the varying names and
commented on how other not-for-profits have to get corporate approval before
setting up a fund-raiser and then they work with the local manager.
Mr. Toley indicated he would get additional paperwork to clarify the relationship
between ATRS and Orla Recycling . He commented on his work with Dollar
General.
The Commission noted that various businesses had indicated they had not given
permission for the bins to be placed on their property. They also commented on
the amount of feedback they get from the community on such issues. They
encouraged Mr. Toley to look into the administrative costs.
Mr. Toley asked the Commission to consider giving them a trial basis and if they
don't perform, throw them out. He indicated that, had he asked corporate for the
requested information , he would have received it. He emphasized they are
registered with the State of Florida.
Mr. Schroth noted that for the Resolution 21-55, it was the property owner that
signed off for that site.
Mayor Holland performed a straw poll due to the absence of Commissioner
Hawkins.
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The straw poll showed a result of 4 to O against approval with comments regarding
the need for all of the paperwork to match.
Mr. Neibert asked if the Commission would like to table to a date certain and allow
Mr. Toley time to re-submit.
Moved by Vice Mayor Lee, seconded by Commissioner LeHeup-Smith, to table
Resolution Number 21-55 to the September, 9, 2021, meeting . Motion carried by
the following votes:
Ayes: Commissioner Cobb, Vice Mayor Lee, Commissioner LeHeup-Smith and
Mayor Holland
6.5 Resolution Number 21-56: Textile Recycling Collection Bin at 256 W County Road
44
Moved by Commissioner Cobb, seconded by Vice Mayor Lee, to table Resolution
Number 21-56 to September 9, 2021. Motion carried by the following votes:
Ayes: Commissioner Cobb, Vice Mayor Lee, Commissioner LeHeup-Smith and
Mayor Holland
6.6 Resolution Number 21-57: Textile Recycling Collection Bin at 905 North Hwy 19
Moved by Vice Mayor Lee, seconded by Commissioner Cobb, to table Resolution
Number 21-57 to September 9, 2021. Motion carried by the following votes:
Ayes: Commissioner Cobb, Vice Mayor Lee , Commissioner LeHeup-Smith and
Mayor Holland
6.7 Ordinance Number 21-11: Voluntary Annexation of property located at the
northeast corner of Fish Camp Road and Grand Island Shores Road
Mr. Schroth read Ordinance Number 21-11 by title on second and final reading : An
Ordinance of the City Commission of the City of Eustis, Florida, voluntarily
annexing approximately 10. 72 acres of real property at the northeast corner of
South Fish Camp Road and Grand Island Shoes Road.
Mr. Schroth opened the public hearing at 7:46 p.m. There being no public
comment, the hearing was closed at 7:46 p.m.
Moved by Vice Mayor Lee, seconded by Commissioner Cobb, to adopt Ordinance
Number 21-11 on second and final reading . Motion carried by the following votes:
Ayes: Commissioner Cobb, Vice Mayor Lee, Commissioner LeHeup-Smith and
Mayor Holland
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6.8 Ordinance Number 21-12: Comprehensive Plan Amendment for property located
at the northeast corner of Fish Camp Road and Grand Island Shores Road
Mr. Schroth read Ordinance Number 21-12 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 designation of approximately 10.72 acres of recently
annexed real property located at the northeast corner of South Fish Camp Road
and Grand Island Shores Road, as more particularly described herein, from Urban
Low in Lake County to Suburban Residential (SR) in the City of Eustis.
Mr. Schroth opened the public hearing at 7:47 p.m. There being no public
comment, the hearing was closed at 7:47 p.m.
Moved by Commissioner LeHeup-Smith, seconded by Vice Mayor Lee, to adopt
Ordinance Number 21-12 on second and final reading. Motion carried by the
following votes:
Ayes: Commissioner Cobb, Vice Mayor Lee, Commissioner LeHeup-Smith and
Mayor Holland
6.9 Ordinance Number 21-13: Design District Assignment for property located at the
northeast corner of Fish Camp Road and Grand Island Shores Road
Mr. Schroth read Ordinance Number 21-13 by title on second and final reading: An
Ordinance of the City Commission of the City of Eustis, Lake County, Florida;
assigning the Suburban Neighborhood design district designation to approximately
10. 72 acres of recently annexed real property located at the northeast corner of
South Fish Camp Road and Grand Island Shores Road.
Mr. Schroth opened the public hearing at 7:48 p.m. There being no public
comment, the hearing was closed at 7:48 p.m.
Moved by Commissioner LeHeup-Smith, seconded by Vice Mayor Lee, to adopt
Ordinance Number 21-13 on second and final reading. Motion carried by the
following votes:
Ayes: Commissioner Cobb, Vice Mayor Lee, Commissioner LeHeup-Smith and
Mayor Holland
6.10 Ordinance Number 21-21: Annual update of the Five-Year Capital Improvement
Element of the Comprehensive Plan Fiscal Year 2022-26
Mr. Schroth read Ordinance Number 21-21 by title on second and final reading: An
Ordinance of the City Commission of the City of Eustis, Lake County, Florida,
approving the annual update of the Five-Year Capital Improvement Schedule of
the Comprehensive Plan pursuant to Florida Statutes 163.3177(3)5(b); providing
for conflicting ordinances, severability and effective date.
Mr. Schroth opened the public hearing at 7:49 p.m. There being no public
comment, the hearing was closed at 7:49 p.m.
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Moved by Commissioner LeHeup-Smith, seconded by Commissioner Cobb, to
adopt Ordinance Number 21-21 on second and final reading. Motion carried by the
following votes:
Ayes: Commissioner Cobb, Vice Mayor Lee, Commissioner LeHeup-Smith and
Mayor Holland
6.11 Ordinance Number 21-10: Comprehensive Plan Text Amendment
Mr. Schroth read Ordinance Number 21-10 by title on first reading: An Ordinance
of the City Commission of the City of Eustis, Florida, amending the City of Eustis
Comprehensive Plan 2010-2035 pursuant to Section 163.3184 of the Florida
Statutes; providing for text revisions to the Future Land Use Element, Future Land
Use Element Appendix, Conservation Element, Economic Development Element,
Housing Element, Intergovernmental Coordination Element, Parks and Open
Space Element, and Transportation Element; amending maps; providing for
addition of a Property Rights Element; providing for the repeal of ordinances
inconsistent with this ordinance; providing for conflicting provisions; and providing
for severability and effective date.
Mr. Schroth noted that the ordinance has been amended to only apply to the
Property Rights Element and continue the other items.
Mr. Schroth opened the public hearing at 7:50 p.m. There being no further public
comment, the hearing was closed at 7:50 p.m.
Moved by Vice Mayor Lee, seconded by Commissioner Cobb, to approve Ordinance
Number 21-10 on first reading as amended by the Local Planning Agency to include
the Property Rights Element only. Motion carried by the following votes:
Ayes: Commissioner Cobb, Vice Mayor Lee, Commissioner LeHeup-Smith and
Mayor Holland
7. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
7.1 Commissioner Cobb asked if the LPA meetings could begin at 5:30 p.m. instead of
5:50 p.m. with Mr. Neibert noting that sometimes there are other meetings prior to
the LPA and Commission. He noted that staff can look at moving back the
meetings where possible.
8. COMMENTS
8.1 City Commission
Commissioner Cobb noted Lori Johnson, Consumer Sciences Field Advocate for
the Ag Center, is applying for a grant to bring to the community classes in cooking
healthy. She commented on a related meeting with Craig Dolan and thanked him
for his assistance.
Commissioner LeHeup-Smith commented on the Alee Academy fund-raiser.
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Vice Mayor Lee stated there would be a career planning workshop at the Eustis
Woman's Club on Wednesday, August 25th. Cost is $15 per person. She
thanked everyone for their support during the recent passing of her
granddaughter.
Commissioner Cobb thanked everyone for their support of the Alee Academy
fund-raiser and noted that she and Mayor Holland both sit on the Alee Academy
Board.
8.2 City Manager - None
8.3 City Attorney - None
8.4 Mayor
Mayor Holland announced that the Commission and staff would be attending the
Florida League of Cities conference in Orlando the next week. He thanked Chief
Capri for his work on resolving the homeless issue within the City and assisting
them in getting the assistance they need. He announced that the next day would
be First Friday and would feature a Spirit Rally for Eustis High School. He invited
everyone to attend .
Chief Swanson noted the number of phone calls they are getting regarding Covid
testing and vaccination. He stated the Health Department would be providing
vaccinations at First Friday and then again in September. He cited locations
where people can get tested as well.
Mayor Holland encouraged everyone to get vaccinated and noted the number of
people who thought it was a hoax but are now suffering from Covid 19.
9. ADJOURNMENT: 8:01 P.M.
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MICHAEL L. HOLLAND
City Clerk Mayor/Commissioner
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(including the parent, subsidiary, or sibling organization of a principal by which he or she is retained); to the special private gain or loss of a
relative; or to the special private gain or loss of a business associate. Commissioners of community redevelopment agencies (CRAs) under
Sec. 163.356 or 163.357, F.S., and officers of independent special tax districts elected on a one-acre, one-vote basis are not prohibited
from voting in that capacity.
For purposes of this law, a "relative" includes only the officer's father, mother, son , daughter, husband , wife, brother, sister, father-in-law,
mother-in-law, son-in-law, and daughter-in-law. A "business associate" means any person or entity engaged in or carrying on a business
enterprise with the officer as a partner, joint venturer, coowner of property, or corporate shareholder (where the shares of the corporation
are not listed on any national or regional stock exchange).
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ELECTED OFFICERS:
In addition to abstaining from voting in the situations described above, you must disclose the conflict:
PRIOR TO THE VOTE BEING TAKEN by publicly stating to the assembly the nature of your interest in the measure on which you are
abstaining from voting ; and
WITHIN 15 DAYS AFTER THE VOTE OCCURS by completing and filing this form with the person responsible for recording the
minutes of the meeting , who should incorporate the form in the minutes.
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APPOINTED OFFICERS:
Although you must abstain from voting in the situations described above, you are not prohibited by Section 112.3143 from otherwise
participating in these matters. However, you must disclose the nature of the conflict before making any attempt to influence the decision,
whether orally or in writing and whether made by you or at your direction.
IF YOU INTEND TO MAKE ANY ATTEMPT TO INFLUENCE THE DECISION PRIOR TO THE MEETING AT WHICH THE VOTE WILL BE
TAKEN:
• You must complete and file this form (before making any attempt to influence the decision) with the person responsible for recording the
minutes of the meeting, who will incorporate the form in the minutes. (Continued on page 2)
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Adopted by reference in Rule 34-7.010(1)(f), F.A.C.
APPOINTED OFFICERS (continued)
• A copy of the form must be provided immediately to the other members of the agency.
• The form must be read publicly at the next meeting after the form is filed .
IF YOU MAKE NO ATTEMPT TO INFLUENCE THE DECISION EXCEPT BY DISCUSSION AT THE MEETING:
• You must disclose orally the nature of your conflict in the measure before participating.
• You must complete the form and file it within 15 days after the vote occurs with the person responsible for recording the minutes of the
meeting , who must incorporate the form in the minutes. A copy of the form must be provided immediately to the other members of the
agency, and the form must be read publicly at the next meeting after the form is filed.
DISCLOSURE OF LOCAL OFFICER'S INTEREST
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e_L_y_n_C_ob_b_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ , hereby disclose that on_A_u_g_u_
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(a ) A measure came or will come before my agency which (check one or more)
inured to my special private gain or loss;
inured to the special gain or loss of my business associate, _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __
inured to the special gain or loss of my relative ,_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __
inured to the special gain or loss of _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ _ __ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ , by
whom I am retained ; or
inured to the special gain or loss of _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ , which
is the parent subsidiary, or sibling organization or subsidiary of a principal which has retained me.
(b) The measure before my agency and the nature of my conflicting interest in the measure is as follows:
Couldn't vote on a sign ordinance for Lulu's Candles because I have interest in Cobb Commerce Park. We have
4 lots remaining and we're part of the land association
If disclosure of specific information would violate confidentiality or privilege pursuant to law or rules governing attorneys, a public officer,
who is also an attorney, may comply with the disclosure requ irements of this section by disclosing the nature of the interest in such a way
as to provide the public with notice of the conflict.
8/9/2021
Date Filed
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NOTICE: UNDER PROVISIONS OF FLORIDA STATUTES §112.317, A FAILURE TO MAKE ANY REQUIRED DISCLOSURE
CONSTITUTES GROUNDS FOR AND MAY BE PUNISHED BY ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING: IMPEACHMENT,
REMOVAL OR SUSPENSION FROM OFFICE OR EMPLOYMENT, DEMOTION , REDUCTION IN SALARY, REPRIMAND, OR A
CIVIL PENALTY NOTTO EXCEED $10,000.
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Adopted by reference in Rule 34-7.010(1)(f), F.A. C.
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