A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

DECEMBER 9, 1975

The Lake County Board of County Commissioners convened in regular session on Tuesday, December 9, 1975, at 9:00 a.m., in the Commissioners’ Room, Courthouse, Tavares, Florida.  Present were:  Jim Hoskinson, Chairman; C.A. Deems; Glenn C. Burhans; Thomas J. Windram; and James R. Carson, Jr.  Others present were: James C. Watkins, Clerk; Christopher C. Ford, County Attorney; and Andrea Gambrell, Deputy Clerk.

The Invocation was given Commr. Windram who also led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.

minutes

On a motion by Commr. Carson seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the minutes of the meeting of November 18, 1975, were approved as amended.

PUBLIC HEALTH

Commr. Hoskinson presented to the Board a letter from the Department of Health and Rehabilitative Services informing Lake County that funds for the Emergency Medical Services had not been reduced 50%.  The Board requested that Dr. Thomas Langley be sent a copy of this letter.

communications

Commr. Hoskinson presented to the Board a letter from Jackson Haddox, County Extension Director, regarding a meeting in Orlando on December 10, 1975, concerning the matter of higher education in the State of Florida.  The Board requested that Mr. Haddox be notified that due to previous appointments it will be impossible for the Board to attend this meeting.

Another letter was presented to the Board sent by the National Association of Counties requesting that Lake County designate an elected official and an agency official in Lake County most interested in the problems of the aging citizens.  The Chairman appointed Mr. Aubrey Hayes, Welfare Director, to serve as the Agency Official and Commr. Carson volunteered to be the Elected Official to receive correspondence on information dealing with the aged.

The Chairman presented to the Board a letter from the Orange County Bicentennial Headquarters regarding a program called “Festival U.S.A.” which is being sponsored by the Boy Scouts of America and the Orange County Bicentennial Committee.  It was stated that a meeting is planned for 1:00 P.M. on Thursday, January 8, 1976, to discuss this event and requested that Lake County send a representative to attend this meeting.  The Board requested that Mr. J. Carl Smith, Director of the Lake County Chamber of Commerce, be sent a copy of this letter asking him to attend this meeting on behalf of Lake County and report his findings to the Board.

roads-county

Mr. Michael Donoghue, County Engineer, appeared before the board regarding the Striping Program which is funded in total by the 1973 Federal Highway Act and implemented by the Department of Transportation with no financial responsibility to the County in any way.  He stated that the roads which would be marked in Lake County are County roads which have never been striped.  On a motion by Commr. Carson seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, upon the recommendation of the County Engineer the Board authorized the Chairman and Clerk to sign the contract as submitted by the Department of Transportation for the implementation of this program.

ROADS-COUNTY

Commr. Carson stated that he had spoken with the proper authorities in the City of Leesburg and informed the Board that they agreed to submit to the County in writing their agreement to maintain and pay for the utility bill of the school crossing lights after their installation at Dixie Avenue at the new school.  However, Commr. Windram informed the Board that the Department of Transportation had picked up these unused lights for storage in the DOT warehouse in Deland.  Commr. Windram requested that the County Engineer find out if these lights were paid for by the County or the City of Leesburg out of secondary funds because if they were paid for from secondary funds all the County should have to do is requisition them from the DOT and there should be no charge for these lights.

On a motion by Commr. Carson seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Board authorized the installation of the flashing school signs on Dixie Avenue at the new Middle School East and that they will become the responsibility of the City of Leesburg for maintenance and payment of utility bills upon completion of the installation.

roads-subdivision

Mr. Ray Bradford, of Leesburg, appeared before the Board regarding the subdivision of a piece of property which he owns.  He explained to the Board that when he bought the property he was informed that to subdivide it all he needed was a public road which served as access to the property in question.  However, he stated that due to a change in the regulations it is now required that he have a paved County maintained road into the property to be subdivided.  Mr. Bradford stated that he had a 15 foot easement and requested that some agreement be reached in order for him to use this road as access to his property.  Discussion was held regarding whether or not this easement actually existed due to court action on various easements in the area several years ago.  It was suggested by the County Attorney that he have a title search made and if necessary take the necessary court action to reopen the easement if it no longer exists.  The Board informed Mr. Bradford that he would have to have a 50 foot right of way leading to his property to be subdivided to comply with the present regulations.

planning and zoning

The Chairman announced that the advertised public hearing for 10:00 A.M. on the pre-application for the Community Block Grant would be postponed until 10:15 A.M.

roads-subdivision

Mr. Bradford presented to the Board affidavits from individuals stating that this easement had been in existence for more than 20 years.  Mr. Ford stated that it has been a policy of the Board to let the courts decide if a road should be declared prescriptive.  Further discussion was held.

Mr. Ford stated that he would be glad to meet with Mr. Bradford to review the situation and recommend a better solution to the problem if possible.

planning and zoning

At 10:15 A.M. the Chairman announced that a public hearing had been advertised for the Board to consider approval of the pre-application for the Community Block Grant.

The Clerk stated that he had a copy of the legal advertisement that appeared in the Daily Commercial but the Planning Department had not yet received the notarized proof of publication.

Mr. Willett appeared before the Board and stated that a public hearing had been held in Bassville Park on December 8, 1975, which is where the grant monies will be used.  He stated that the funds would be used for the Northwest Lake County 201 Waste Water Plan, paving in Bassville Park, Bassville Park Housing Assistance, Blount Island and for employment of a Community Development Coordinator.  On a motion by Commr. Burhans seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved for the Planning Department to submit the pre-application for the Community Block Grant funds.

county employees

Mr. Watkins stated that the switchboard operator, Dinah Williams, had been hired at a salary of $375 a month for a six month probationary period.  He informed the Board that the probationary period had passed and requested that she be permitted to receive the budgeted salary of $400 for this position.  On a motion by Commr. Windram seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved that effective December 1, 1975, Dinah Williams, having completed her probationary period, receive $400 a month for the position she now holds.

Mr. Evan Porter, Special Assistant to the Board of County Commissioners in the Field of Personnel and Employee Relations, appeared before the Board to discuss the employment of a company or an organization to draw a pay plan for Lake County.  Mr. Porter pointed out to the Board the advantages and disadvantages of having either Florida Atlantic University or Cody and Associates do this study.  Discussion was held on the interest of the other constitutional officers taking advantage of this study.  Mr. Porter stated that he feels the other constitutional officers are under the impression that their offices will be studied and included in a pay plan.

Discussion was held regarding the responsibility of those offices studied to adopt the pay plan when presented for review and comments.

Mr. Porter stated that he had received from Mr. Savia, of the Florida Atlantic University, the scope of services which they would render if they were selected to do the study.  The Board requested that Mr. Porter contact Cody and Associates to inquire and obtain from them their proposed scope of services along with a cost estimate for this work.  Commr. Hoskinson stated that maybe Mr. Porter should contact the other constitutional officers and inform them that the County is going to pay for the entire pay plan for County employees and will study their offices upon their approval.

ordinances

Commr. Hoskinson stated that there were advertised ordinances to be considered by the Board at 11:00 A.M. and announced that they would be postponed until 11:15 A.M.

county employees

Commr. Deems felt that if the plan is reviewed and accepted by the Board of County Commissioners for Lake County and the other constitutional officers voiced an interest in having their offices studied also, there should be some obligation for them to seriously consider the acceptance of the study when submitted.

The Board requested Mr. Porter to compile the needed information and report back to the Board with his findings.

ordinances

At 11:15 A.M. the Chairman announced that the time had arrived for the Board to consider four advertised Ordinances.

The Clerk stated that proof of publication had been received for Ordinances 1975-9, 10, 11 and 12 and was on file in the Board of County Commissioners’ office.

On a motion by Commr. Carson seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board placed Ordinance 1975-9 on for its first and only reading by title only which is as follows:

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING REGULATIONS OF LAKE COUNTY FLORIDA, 1971-6, AS AMENDED, BY ALLOWING THE FEES UNDER THE ORDINANCE TO BE ESTABLISHED AND CHANGED BY RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS.

 

No one appeared before the Board in opposition or to present comments on the above Ordinance.

 

On a motion by Commr. Deems seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Board adopted Ordinance 1975-9 on its first and final reading, as submitted, by title only.

On a motion by Commr. Carson seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously the Board placed Ordinance 1975-10 on for its first and only reading by title only which is as follows:

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING REGULATIONS OF LAKE COUNTY, FLORIDA, ORDINANCE 1971-6, AS AMENDED BY DELETING THE PROVISIONS AND ALLOWING BUILDINGS, STRUCTURES OR USES MAINTAINED OR OPERATED BY A BODY HAVING THE POWER OF EMINENT DOMAIN FROM THE PERMITTED USES IN A-AGRICULTURAL DISTRICT, RA-RANCHETTE DISTRICT, RR-RURAL RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT, R-1-15—RESIDENTIAL ESTATES DISTRICT, R-1-7—URBAN RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT, R-1-6—RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT, R-1-5—MOBILE OR MIXED RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT, RM-MOBILE HOME RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT, RP-RESIDENTIAL PROFESSIONAL DISTRICT, C-1—RURAL OR TOURIST COMMERCIAL DISTRICT, LM-LIGHT MANUFACTURING DISTRICT, AND M-1—HEAVY INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT; AND PROVIDING FOR BUILDINGS, STRUCTURES OR USES MAINTAINED OR OPERATED BY A BODY HAVING THE POWER OF EMINENT DOMAIN TO BE INCLUDED UNDER USES PERMITTED ONLY AFTER CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT HEARINGS AND APPROVAL IN THE DISTRICTS LISTED ABOVE AND RMRP MOBILE HOME RENTAL PARK DISTRICT.

 

No one appeared before the Board in opposition or to present comments on the above Ordinance.

On a motion by Commr. Deems seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Board adopted Ordinance 1975-10 on its first and final reading, as submitted, by title only.

On a motion by Commr. Carson seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board placed Ordinance 1975-11 on for its first and only reading by title only which reads as follows:

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING REGULATIONS OF LAKE COUNTY, FLORIDA, 1971-6, AS AMENDED, BY ALLOWING GARAGES AND CARPORTS TO BE INCLUDED ALONG WITH SCREENED AREA IN ESTABLISHING THE MINIMUM SQUARE FOOTAGE REQUIREMENTS UP TO A MAXIMUM OF 300 SQUARE FEET IN AN RA RANCHETTE DISTRICT, RR RURAL RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT, RP RESIDENTIAL PROFESSIONAL DISTRICT, AND RM MOBILE HOME RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT, AND BY AMENDING THE MINIMUM SQUARE FOOTAGE FOR SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCES IN RP RESIDENTIAL PROFESSIONAL DISTRICTS.

No one appeared before the Board in opposition or to present comments to the Board on the above Ordinance.

On a motion by Commr. Carson seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board adopted Ordinance 1975-11 on its first and final reading, as submitted, by title only.

On a motion by Commr. Carson seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board placed Ordinance 1975-12 on for its first and only reading by title only which reads as follows:

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING REGULATIONS OF LAKE COUNTY, FLORIDA, ORDINANCE 1971-6, AS AMENDED, BY ALLOWING THE PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION AND BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS TO ESTABLISH CONDITIONS TO BE IMPOSED ON THE APPLICANT UNDER CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT WHEN THE DIRECTOR OF PLANNING HAS DENIED SITE PLAN APPROVAL AND BUILDING PERMITS IN THE RP RESIDENTIAL PROFESSIONAL DISTRICT, AND C-1 RURAL OR TOURIST COMMERCIAL DISTRICTS.

 

No one appeared before the Board in opposition or to present comments to the Board on the above Ordinance.

On a motion by Commr. Deems seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board adopted Ordinance 1975-12 on its first and final reading, as submitted, by title only.

At this time Mr. Willett presented to the Board three alternatives which could be used with regards to the fee schedule used by the Planning and Zoning Department.  Discussion was held.  It was the opinion of the Board that Mr. Willett should pursue the development of alternative #2 which would place a larger financial responsibility on those developers whose projects take more work on the part of the Planning Department and lowers the fees for smaller zoning changes.

The Board requested that Mr. Willett draw up and develop a definite fee schedule to be presented to the Board for approval.

accounts allowed

On a motion by Commr. Windram seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved for the following vouchers to be paid:

General Revenue        292-546                       Revenue Sharing                    3-4

Road and Bridge         100-197                       North East Hospital                1-3

Fine & Forfeiture          53-93                        North East Ambulance           3

Auto Inspection             21-42                        Fish Conservation                  2-6

 

ROAD CLOSINGS

Commr. Carson stated that a request was presented to the Board to advertise to vacate a portion of a road in Silver Lake which was referred to him for his attention.  Commr. Carson stated that the County Engineer opposed the closing due to power lines that ran along this roadway.  He reported to the Board that he had spoken with the individual who requested that this road be closed and he has no objection to granting an easement for these power lines.  Commr. Carson requested that the County Engineer be notified of this information and present it to the Board again for consideration.

county buildings

Commr. Burhans reported to the Board information on the amount of funds needed to eliminate the safety hazard at the American Legion Building in Umatilla which is owned by the County.  He informed the Board that the cost would be about $300 which included time and material and suggested that if the County does this work that there be an understanding that the American Legion would be responsible for the total maintenance of the building.  Mr. Ford, County Attorney, agreed that after the work is done to eliminate the safety hazard at this location it should be understood that the American Legion would be responsible for its continued maintenance.

At this time Mr. Watkins, Clerk, reported to the Board that the Finance Department had received another letter with regards to revenue sharing informing Lake County that its funds had been reduced again.

Commr. Deems concurred with the feelings expressed by Commr. Burhans and the County Attorney regarding the continued maintenance of this building being the responsibility of the American Legion and added that if the building is not maintained in the proper manner they should be informed that the building will be closed and deeded back to the original owners.

Commr. Burhans stated that the American Legion had offered to pay for one-half the cost of these repairs.  On a motion by Commr. Windram seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried, the Board approved for the County to share in the cost of the repairs of the wiring at the American Legion building in Umatilla at a maximum amount of $150, subject to the County receiving the executed maintenance agreement forwarded to them by the County Attorney.  The Board further stated that the American Legion is to be made aware that it will be responsible for the continued maintenance of the building and that if it is not properly maintained the County will close the building and deed it back to the original owners.  Commr. Carson voted “no.”

recess and reassembly

At 12:00 Noon the Chairman announced that the Board would adjourn for lunch at the Silver Lake Golf and Country Club.  The public and press were invited on a Dutch-treat basis.

public health

Mr. William Hennessey, Pollution Control Director, appeared before the Board requesting approval of the location of a sewage treatment plant of the Montverde Mobile Home Subdivision.  Discussion was held and it was requested that Mr. Hennessey research and find out who is the adjacent property owner to this land.

accounts allowed

Mr. Glenn Middleton, Lake County Purchasing Agent, appeared before the Board regarding the purchase of a calculator for the Purchasing Office.  He stated that an error was made when the request for the needed material and office changes was presented to the Board on December 2, 1975 and that the price of the calculator had been included in the total cost for construction needs and not as an item by itself.  On a motion by Commr. Carson seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board approved that a calculator for the Purchasing Office be included as an item approved for purchase on December 2, 1975 in an amount not to exceed $3,440.00 for the establishment of this newly created department.

county buildings

Mr. Middleton presented to the Board a plan for the division of the conference room in the Planning and Zoning Department for the establishment of the Purchasing Department.  On a motion by Commr. Windram seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board approved the plans for the Purchasing Department as submitted by Mr. Middleton.

county employees

Mr. Middleton presented to the Board a request to hire Mr. Robert Lewis as a building inspector to fill the vacancy in this department.  On a motion by Commr. Windram seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board approved the employment of Mr. Lewis as a building inspector at an annual salary of $8,000 effective December 10, 1975.

county buildings

At this time Mr. Middleton presented to the Board a report on the heating and air conditioning system in the building occupied by the Tax Collector and the Property Appraiser.

zoning

At this time the Chairman announced that there were advertised Zoning Violations to be heard at 2:00 P.M. and stated that they would be postponed until 2:15 P.M.

county buildings

He stated that it was his recommendation that the County employ an expert to study the matter and inform the Board on what system would be best suited for these buildings using as much of the present equipment as possible and making it operate independently from the Courthouse system.  On a motion by Commr. Carson seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board authorized Mr. Middleton to employ an expert in the field of heating and air conditioning in an amount not to exceed $600 for the purpose of studying the above matter and requested Mr. Middleton to report back to the Board with a definite recommendation and cost estimate.

The Board requested that the Clerk contact the Property Appraiser and the Tax Collector and inform them of the action taken by the Board in this matter.

building department

Mr. Middleton appeared before the Board with a request from the Board of Examiners that the Board of County Commissioners approve a certificate of occupancy to Mr. Steve Vaughn for a log cabin home he has built in Lake County for an individual.  Mr. Middleton stated that it is in violation of the Southern Standard Building Code which the County adopted to follow and Mr. Vaughn was aware of this fact when he took out the permit.

zoning

At 2:15 P.M. the Chairman announced that he would postpone the Zoning Violations to 2:25 P.M.

building department

Mr. Middleton stated that according to the Southern Standard Building Code there is a procedure that allows a developer to obtain from the Board of County Commissioners a variance from the Code; however, Mr. Middleton expressed the opinion that this matter should have been discussed and resolved before the construction began.

Mr. Vaughn appeared before the Board and stated that this type of construction has been accepted in Miami as well as other counties that observe the Southern Standard Building Code.  He assured the Board that it was a well-built home and far exceeded the specifications of the Building Code.  Mr. Ford reminded the Board that if it does make a policy decision of this type it will have to give the same consideration to other developers.

Commr. Deems felt that the Board would be defeating the purpose of adopting a Building Code if it allowed a variance like this to be approved in the manner presented.

The Chairman announced that it was time for the Board to consider the Zoning Violations for this month and postponed further discussion on this matter until later in the day.

ZONING VIOLATION 75-67             Harry W. Turner

Norma Showley stated that complaints had been received by the Department regarding a commercial business being operated by Mr. Turner; however, whenever the Department would investigate the matter they could find no proof of a business being operated.  She further informed the Board that the individual who lodged the complaint was requested to attend this meeting.

Mr. Turner appeared before the Board and stated that he had stopped painting vehicles on his property but did plan to paint his own truck as well as his wife’s automobile.  The Board stated that this would not constitute a violation because he was painting his own vehicles.

No one appeared before the Board to support the complaint.  On a motion by Commr. Deems seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Board dismissed this case because no violation existed.

ZONING VIOLATION 75-81             Robert Wagoner

Mrs. Robert Wagoner appeared before the Board and stated that she had a calf on her three acre piece of property; however, everyone in her neighborhood was raising some sort of livestock for food purposes.

The Board stated that the entire area should be cited for this violation if such a situation exists.  Mrs. Showley stated that the Department had planned to issue notices to the property owners in violation for the January hearing.

On a motion by Commr. Carson seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, action on this case was tabled until a hearing regarding the entire area could be established.

ZONING VIOLATION 75-82             Edward Hyatt

Mrs. Showley informed the Board that the violation notice had been returned to the Department unclaimed with regards to this case.  Discussion was held.  On a motion by Commr. Windram seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, this case was postponed until Mr. Hyatt could be contacted verbally or by written notice that he was in violation and would be expected to appear before the Board or be formally declared in violation.

ZONING VIOLATION 75-83             Paul W. Rogers

No one appeared before the Board regarding this case.  On a motion by Commr. Windram seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, Paul Rogers was found in violation, declared a public nuisance and was given until March 9, 1976, to comply with Ordinance 1971-6.

PLANNING AND ZONING

Mr. Willett presented to the Board a request from Mr. William Bradshaw to live in a mobile home on the same piece of property that his conventional home is being built.  On a motion by Commr. Carson seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board approved the request of Mr. Bradshaw as presented by Mr. Willett, subject to the proper bond being posted and that the mobile home is to be removed immediately upon completion of the conventional dwelling or upon the request of the Board of County Commissioners.

public health

Commr. Windram stated that he had attended the East Central Florida Comprehensive Medical Planning Council meeting in Orlando and requested Mr. Ford to research the validity of his vote due to the fact that Lake County is now designated to be in the Northwest Florida Health Planning Council.

building department

At this time the Board returned to the discussion regarding the issuance of a certificate of occupancy to a log cabin home which does not comply with the Southern Standard Building Code.  Mr. Ford stated that there is a procedure to follow for a variance in the Building Code in which the final decision is determined by the Board of County Commissioners.

Mr. Middleton stated that if he had a compliance report from the authorities in Atlanta approving the use of logs he would have no hesitation in granting approval for a frame inspection; however, he stated that Atlanta is in receipt of the information but could not tell him when a compliance report could be issued.

Discussion was held.  Mr. Ford asked that if the log could be graded by the proper authorities would Mr. Middleton consider that this would be in compliance with the Building Code.  Mr. Middleton stated that if the logs were graded or he had a compliance report he would have no objections in the matter whatsoever.

On a motion by Commr. Deems seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Board approved that upon receipt of the compliance report from the proper authorities of the Southern Standard Building Code Congress or the grading of the logs according to the proper grading procedure required by the Southern Standard Building Code that the Building Official be instructed to allow the framing inspection to be done as recommended by the Building Official and denied the variance request as submitted by the Board of Examiners on this matter.

accounts allowed

On a motion by Commr. Carson seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board approved payment of $900 to H.H. Block and Boothe’s Seminars for the December Competency Examinations.

purchasing department

Mr. Middleton asked the Board if the Law Library Board was going to continue ordering the books for the Library.  He recommended that this procedure not be changed because he is not familiar with the area of materials needed to adequately meet the needs of the Attorneys.

public health

Mr. Hennessey returned to the Board regarding the approval for the location of the sewage treatment plant for the Montverde Mobile Home Park.  Mr. Hennessey stated that the adjacent property was owned by the developer.  The Board was concerned over the possibility of the potential sale of this land with the sewer plant so near the property line.   Discussion was held.  The Board requested that Mr. Hennessey inform the developer that the plant must be located a minimum of 200 feet from the property line in question.

roads-county

Mr. Donoghue appeared before the Board and stated that there were individuals residing on Vickars Terrace and Janice Avenue in Leesburg requesting permission to do maintenance work on a public road which is not maintained by the County.  Discussion was held.  On a motion by Commr. Carson seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board approved the request for the residents to do maintenance on a public road subject to all the property owners on the road in question signing a petition declaring that they do not object to this work being done and upon the County receiving a Hold Harmless Agreement from the necessary persons.

courthouse

Mr. Donoghue reported to the Board that a fire lane had been created on the east side of the existing Courthouse.  He stated that to construct another fire lane access from the south end of the Sheriff’s Department would cost approximately $5,600 because a transformer and generator would have to be moved.  Discussion was held.  Mr. Ford, County Attorney, recommended the concrete housing which is located on the south end of the Sheriff’s Department be removed which would aid the County as a fire lane entrance.

On a motion by Commr. Burhans seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the recommendation of the County Attorney and authorized the Public Works Department to do the necessary work.

On a motion by Commr. Windram seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board approved the actions of the committee comprised of the County Attorney, Clerk and County Engineer regarding the creation of a fire lane on the east side of the existing Courthouse.

supplies

Commr. Burhans presented to the Board a request from the Methodist Church in Umatilla for approval to purchase sign posts on which to place directional signs to the church.  The Board requested Mr. Ford to research the matter and present to the Board a recommendation on allowing such purchases. 

contracts and agreements

Mr. Ford stated that he had been contacted by Mr. Jack Rayburn who had requested that the County share half the renovation costs which were being made on a portion of the building which the County is going to lease until the new Courthouse is completed.  Commr. Windram stated that when negotiations were held with Mr. Rayburn regarding the possible rental of a portion of the building located on Sinclair Avenue he stated that the renovations would have to be made no matter who rented the available space.  On a motion by Commr. Windram seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board did not approve to share in the expenses involved in the renovation of the building located at 123 Sinclair Avenue which the County is renting.

Mr. Ford presented to the Board the Contract between Lake County and the City of Eustis regarding the Lake County Fairgrounds.  Mr. Ford stated that this was the final copy and included all the amendments requested by the Board.  On a motion by Commr. Burhans seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board authorized the Chairman and Clerk to sign the Contract as submitted to date by the County Attorney and requested that Mr. Smith, Director of the Lake County Chamber of Commerce, be sent a copy upon the receipt of a totally executed agreement from the City of Eustis.

public health

Mr. Ford presented to the Board a memorandum regarding the Board having authority to make financial contributions to the Lake-Sumter Community Mental Health Center.  Mr. Ford stated that the Board may contribute to the Center as long as it receives from the Mental Health Center reports and accountings on the operation of the local mental health program.  Mr. Ford stated that a very simple contract could be drawn requiring this information from the Mental Health Center.  On a motion by Commr. Windram seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the recommendation as stated by the County Attorney regarding the contribution the County makes to the Lake-Sumter Mental Health Center and that the funds be released when the contract is fully executed.

accounts allowed

On a motion by Commr. Carson seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board approved payment of the bill submitted by the Architects in the amount of $5,101.91 and the bill submitted by the General Contractor in the amount of $150,061.35.

bonds

On a motion by Commr. Burhans seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously the Board approved the following Contractor Bonds:

1194-76           David H. Hamilton

1368-76           E. J. Hogan

1369-76           Norman Boosey dba Oakland Shores of Florida, Ltd.

1370-76           Raymond R. Libby dba Libby Twins Heating & Air Conditioning

1371-76           Charles Rector, Jr., dba Rector Construction Company

1372-76           Robert O. Blount

 

On a motion by Commr. Burhans seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the cancellation of the following Contractor Bonds:

580-75             Ed Lynum

1078-74           Paul L. Bartholomew

1234-76           Celeste Joy Ciscarello dba National Masonry, Inc.

 

licenses and permits

On a motion by Commr. Carson seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board approved the cancellation of the firearm bond for Dwight McDuffie.

On a motion by Commr. Carson seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board approved a firearm bond for Dwight McDuffie to replace the cancelled bond.

On a motion by Commr. Carson seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board approved the gun permit application for J. I. Montgomery.

accounts allowed

On a motion by Commr. Carson seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board approved payment to the Clerk of the County Court for postage in the amount of $300.

machinery and equipment

On a motion by Commr. Burhans seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the allocation of four surplus radios owned by the Board of County Commissioners to the Lake County Vo-Tech School for use in its Law Enforcement course on a loan basis only.

On a motion by Commr. Burhans seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the allocation of four surplus radios owned by the County to the South Lake Security Patrol on a loan basis only.

checks received

On a motion by Commr. Burhans seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Board accepted the check for the State Boating Improvement Program in the amount of $3,800 for the purpose of constructing a new dock at Gilbert Park in Mount Dora.

contracts and agreements

On a motion by Commr. Burhans seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Board authorized the Chairman and Clerk to sign the contract between Lake County and Mr. Robert Wise, Marine Contractor, for the construction of a new dock at Gilbert Park in Mount Dora.

checks received

On a motion by Commr. Carson seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board accepted a check in the amount of $117.97 from the sale of precinct lists.

COMMISSIONERS

On a motion by Commr. Carson seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board elected Commr. Thomas J. Windram as Chairman of the Board of County Commissioners for the 1976 year.

On a motion by Commr. Carson seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board elected Commr. Deems as Vice Chairman for the 1976 year.

resolutions

On a motion by Commr. Carson seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Board adopted a Resolution commending Commr. Hoskinson for his service to the County while serving as Chairman for the 1975 year.

There being no further business to be brought before the Board, the meeting was adjourned at 4:35 p.m.

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J.M. Hoskinson, chairman

 

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James C. Watkins, Clerk