City of Clermont Council Meeting May 26th, 2026

The City of Clermont Council Meeting held on May 26, 2026, covered a variety of community and administrative topics. Key procurement-related discussions included the approval of consent agenda items involving contracts and services, notably the hiring of STAG for legal testing related to ongoing federal litigation with a motion to authorize up to $10,000 for reimbursement if necessary. The council also discussed the potential need for an attorney general opinion to clarify zoning laws concerning cannabis dispensaries near schools, reflecting concerns about compliance and community impact. Additionally, there were reports on infrastructure maintenance issues, including street paving schedules for East Avenue and Lakeshore Drive, and concerns about unauthorized weekend water line work by contractors, with a request for a detailed report by the next meeting. The council addressed public safety topics such as traffic calming measures and speed limits near Waterfront Park, including the use of speed tables and e-bike safety education. No new contracts or capital improvement projects were directly awarded during the meeting, but several action items were identified for follow-up, including legal and infrastructure investigations.