A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF
APRIL 5, 1977
The Lake County Board of
The Invocation was given by James C. Watkins, Clerk, and the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Glenn C. Burhans.
meetings
Bonnie Bentley, a representative of the Youth Programs, Inc., appeared before the Board to invite them to the annual Youth Programs Banquet to be held April 7, 1977.
minutes
On a motion by Commr.
appointments
On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr.
petitions
The Chairman presented, to the Board, a petition, from the residents of Mid Florida Lakes, requesting the Board to publicly voice its support of four bills in the Legislature which would control rentals in Mobile Home Parks. The Board member stated that they would like to review the bills before formally supporting any proposed bills.
accounts allowed
On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr.
General Revenue 1462 - 1663 CETA Title VI 1 32
Fine & Forfeiture 234 - 263 201 Facilities 4
Road & Bridge 479 - 559 DWI School 14
Auto Inspection 99-A - 210 Section 8 28 -39
COR (
Fish Conservation 15 – 17 NE Ambulance 6 – 7
Block Grant 2-3 NW Ambulance 3
Spec. Assess. 2
CETA Title II 1-13
communications
Mr. Watkins stated that he had received a request, from
the Board of Realtors, for the Board to hold a special meeting on April 21, 1977,
at which time the Board of Realtors would present, to the Board, a
funds-transfer
Mr. Watkins presented, to the Board, a request for a
transfer of funds in the amount of $1,000 from “Contingency” to #5106431
“Contracted Services” in the Animal Control Budget. This is necessary due to the arrangement the
County has made with Mr. Danny Tanner for the collection and board of large
animals. On a motion by Commr.
accounts allowed
Mr. Watkins presented, to the Board, a letter from Mr. Jackson Haddox, County Extension Director, requesting that the Board approve mileage travel for three CETA 6 aides in Consumer Education. Mr. Watkins informed the Board that according to the letter, there are funds available in the Agricultural Center Budget from travel allocation for former VISTA Workers. On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved travel for three CETA 6 aides, as requested, and approved that this expense be taken from the travel funds budgeted for the VISTA Workers in the Agricultural Center Budget.
On a motion by Commr.
no. item amount dept. reason
3194
3400 Arm Chair 5.00 Clerk Broken
3549 IBM Typewriter 468.00 Ag. Center Traded
4044 IBM Typewriter 450.00 Ag Center Traded
5789 Transcriber 1,030.00 Judge Aulls Traded
Mr. Watkins reported, to the Board, that, at the request of the Board, he asked Mr. C. Callaway, Clerk of the Works in the construction of the new Lake County Courthouse, whether or not he would be interested in being employed by the County for 30 to 60 days after the County takes possession of the new building. Mr. Watkins informed the Board that his salary would probably be $300 per week. The Board discussed the possibility of employing the Mechanical Engineer to work with Mr. Callaway which may eliminate the need to employ Mr. Callaway. Mr. Watkins stated that he thought Mr. Porter had some recommendations on this matter. No action was taken at this time.
accounts allowed
Mr. Watkins reported, to the Board, that there were
$18,294.14 placed in “Reserve for Contingencies” in the Title II Anti-Recession
Fund Budget which was approved March 15, 1977.
Mr. Watkins stated that these monies can be used for the purchase of new
equipment and other items necessary for maintenance of a basic service; and,
therefore, these funds could be used for the purpose of voting machines. Discussion was held. Commr.
courthouse
Mr. Tom Theall, Courthouse moving Consultant, appeared before the Board with a recommendation pertaining to the moving of the Law Library and Judges books. He stated that three estimates were received; and upon their review, he suggested that Vann Moving and Storage be awarded the contract for this service at an estimated quotation of $2,004.75. Discussion was held.
On a motion by Commr.
bonds
On a motion by Commr.
171-77 Robert R. Ellison & Sons dba Painting Contractor
1513-77 Henry Winters dba South Siding Supply, Inc.
1514-77 Kenneth G. Horton dba The Horton Organization, Inc.
1515-77 Francis L. Mormando dba Electrical Contractor
1516-77 Richard L. Weis dba Plumbing Contractor
1517-77 James A. Dolan dba Electrical Contractor
1518-77 A. T. Hawkins dba Master Plumbing Contractor
1519-77 Donald R. Ferrell dba Electrical Contractor
1520-77 Charles H. Blackman dba Austin Development Corp.
1521-77 Ronald W. Wiley dba Ronald W. Wiley, Inc.
1522-77 Harold C. Osborne dba Heating & Air Conditioning Contractor
1523-77 Harry A. Wilson dba Michael Builders of Seminole Co.
On a motion by Commr Carson seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board approved the cancellation of the following Contractor Bonds:
1298-77
1315-77 Richard Ocepek dba Plymouth Rock Enterprises, Inc.
licenses and permits
On a motion by Commr.
James McCutcheon Manuel Adams
Willie Maw Barrett Walter Nichols, Sr. Geoffrey W. Beyer
John E. O’Bryant Samuel H. Emlich Joan D. Spooner
Maurice E. Hindman Richard Summerlin Paul Hudson
On a motion by Commr. Hoskinson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board approved the $500 firearm bond for the following:
Manuel Adams James McCutcheon Willie Mae Barrett
Samuel H. Emlich John E.
O’Bryant Maurice
Joan D. Spooner Paul V. Hudson Richard J. Summerlin
On a motion by Commr.
hospitals
On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Hoskinson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the admission of Bill Martin, Georgia Mae Jackson and George Kitchen into the A.G. Holley State Hospital.
accounts allowed
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr.
Hoskinson and carried, the Board approved travel for Jackson A. Haddox and John
L. Jackson, Jr., to attend the 1977 International Citrus Congress in Orlando,
May 1-6, 1977. Commr.
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr.
Hoskinson and carried, the Board approved travel for Philip J. Yoder to attend
the annual meeting of the Florida Anti Mosquito Control Association in
Jacksonville, on April 24, 25, 26 and 27, 1977.
Commr.
On a motion by Commr. Hoskinson, seconded by Commr.
Burhans and carried, the Board approved travel for Mr. Bill Driggers to attend
the Florida Civil Defense Association Spring Conference in Tallahassee, May
4-6, 1977. Commr.
accounts refused
On a motion by Commr. Hoskinson, seconded by Commr.
Burhans and carried, the Board denied the travel request of Mr. Bollenberg to
attend the Florida State Commanders Veterans Council in
At this time, Commr. Hoskinson informed the Board that he had discussed with Mr. Bollenberg, his travel requests and felt that they could be curbed in the future.
accounts allowed
On a motion by Commr. Hoskinson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board approved the request from the Building Department to order competency examinations from H.H. Block and Associates and Boothe Seminars at a total cost of $1,700.
accounts allowed/county buildings
Mr. Watkins brought to the attention of the Board that, on
February 8, 1977, it had approved for certain repairs to be made in the Lake
Memorial Nursing Home at a cost of approximately $2,000. Jack Jones, Architect, has informed him that
the cost of these repairs is actually $2,946 and approval is required for the
additional $946. On a motion by Commr.
funds-transfer
On a motion by Commr.
county PROPERTY/accounts allowed
The Clerk presented, to the Board, for its approval, the
sewer assessment from the City of
Mr. Ford reported that there are bathroom facilities in
use. Discussion was held as to the
possibility of the County giving this recreational facility to the City since
it is in the City Limits. The Board
requested the
accounts allowed/county policy/county employees
Mr. Watkins presented, to the Board for approval, a request for payment of the additional premium for Workmen’s Compensation in the amount of $28,666.
Discussion was held on the Policy that the County has in supplementing the employees Workmen’s Compensation Check. It was the opinion of the Board that it is now becoming abused and a policy change may need to be considered. This matter was referred to the Insurance Committee for its review and recommendation to the Board.
On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Hoskinson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the additional premium payment in the amount of $28,666 for Workmen’s Compensation Coverage.
ordinances
At 10:00 A.M., The Chairman announced that the advertised time had arrived for the Board to consider an Ordinance Amending Ordinance 1977-1 which pertains to the Jury Commission.
The Clerk stated that the proof of publication had been received and was on file.
On a motion by Commr.
No one appeared before the Board regarding this Ordinance. Mr. Ford briefly reviewed with the Board the reason for this Ordinance.
On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Hoskinson and carried unanimously, the Board placed the above Ordinance on for its first and only reading by title only which is as follows:
AN ORDINANCE CHANGING THE ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING A JURY COMMISSION, 1977-1, BY CHANGING THE JUDGE WHO IS RESPONSIBLE FOR THE JURY COMMISSION; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE; PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE.
On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Hoskinson and carried unanimously, the Board adopted Ordinance 1977-5 on its first and only reading by title only.
appointments
Commr. Hoskinson requested the Board discuss the list of names, which were forwarded to them, to serve as members on the Lake County Committee on the Status of Women. The Board reviewed the list presented to them. It was sated that there was no representation from District #2.
On a motion by Commr. Carlson, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Board approved the list of nine persons and three alternates to serve as members on the Lake County Committee on the Status of Women.
At this time, Commr. Hoskinson stated that it had been requested that the Committee expand to 15 members. Discussion was held. On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved for the Committee on the Status of Women to seek application from six additional people to serve on this Committee; however, it was requested that Mrs. Beverly Lambert, a member on this Committee and acting also as its organizer, be informed that the Board wants those districts, lacking representation, to be given priority when accepting applications from people interested in serving on this Committee. The additional names will be presented to the Board for formal appointment.
contracts and agreements/courthouse
Mr. Watkins presented, to the Board, a proposal from Myers
Vending Co. regarding machines that would be placed in the lounge of the new
Lake County Courthouse. He stated that,
according to the proposal there would be a Cold Drink Machine, Coffee Machine,
Milk Machine, Cold Food Machine, Show Case Machine, Hot Food Machine, and a
Cigarette Machine. The County would also
receive commissions from the above mentioned machines. Mr. Ford,
On a motion by Commr.
On a motion by Commr.
indigents
On a motion by Commr. Hoskinson, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Board approved the following addition on the Indigent List:
ADD Lillian D. Moore for James Moore Dist #3 $82.00
contracts and agreements/appropriations
Mr. Spooner, CETA Coordinator, appeared before the Board
and presented the Modified Contract for Title 2 CETA Funds. On a motion by Commr.
Mr. Spooner, CETA Coordinator, appeared before the Board
and presented the Modified Contract for Title 2 CETA Funds. On a motion by Commr.
Mr. Spooner also presented, to the Board, several
Interlocal Agreements between
appropriations/county employees
Mr. Spooner presented, to the Board, a request from the Lake County Health Department for two additional positions under the CETA Program. He stated that these positions would be in the area of Rabis Control. Commr. Windram stated that he had not been advised of these requests and requested that the Board not take any action on this matter until he had an opportunity to meet with Doctor June Murray, Director of the Heath Department. The Board honored this request and took no action.
Mr. Spooner presented, to the Board, a request from the
Division of Youth Services for a Child Care Worker. Discussion was held. On a motion by Commr. Hoskinson, seconded by
Commr.
recess and reassembly
At 10:25 A.M. the Chairman announced that there would be a short recess. The meeting reconvened at 10:35 A.M.
bids/autos and trucks
Mr. Knuckles, Purchasing Director, appeared before the
Board and stated that bids had been taken on a 3/4 Ton Pick Up Truck for the
Sign Shop. He stated that the best and
lowest bid received was from Cecil Clark Chevrolet at a cost of $3,866.65 which
includes the trade-in. On a motion by
Commr.
ids machinery and equipment
Mr. Knuckles also reported to the Board on mowers which
were placed out for bids. He stated that
the best and lowest bid received for the 10 foot mower was from Shelfer
Rod. It is a Woods Batwing rotary mower
and was bid at a cost of $3,100. On a
motion by Commr.
Mr. Knuckles also reported to the Board that a 7 foot mower was placed out for bid. Two bids were received; however, the County has been offered a superior piece of equipment for $25 more and suggested the Board reject all bids for the 7 foot mower and approve purchase of the superior mower for an extra $25.00, or a total of $1,485.
Mr. Ford,
On a motion by Commr.
purchasing
Mr. Knuckles discussed with the Board the savings to the
County if the standard
appropriations/county employees
Mr. Knuckles requested permission to hire a typist for the
Purchasing Department under the CETA Program.
On a motion by Commr. Hoskinson, seconded by Commr.
accounts allowed
Mr. Knuckles stated that the Clerk had contacted him regarding the purchase of a calculator for the Jury Clerk. Discussion was held. The Board requested that Mr. Knuckles obtain quotations of the calculators and present them to the Board, with a recommendation for approval.
Mr. Knuckles requested permission to travel to the meeting
of the Florida Purchasing Association for three days in
bonds
Mr. Willett, Director of Planning, appeared before the Board with a request from Mr. Robert Johnson for the Board to renew his Mobile Home Bond. Mr. Willett stated that, in the year his Bond has been in effect, Mr. Johnson only has footers poured. Discussion was held. On a motion by Commr. Hoskinson, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved a 90 day renewal of the Mobile Home Bond for Mr. Robert Johnson which is subject to review; and Mr. Johnson must comply with the requirements of the Department.
On a motion by Commr.
roads-subdivision
Commr.
Commr.
The Board decided it would not take any formal action on these suggestions at this time.
contracts and agreements
Mr. Ford, County Attorney, reported, to the Board, on the status of the contract between Lake County Board of County Commissioners and the City of Leesburg pertaining to the Ambulance Service Contract. No formal action was taken at this time.
communications
Commr. Deems presented, to the Board, an invitation for the Board to attend a field trip pertaining to the drawdown of Lake Carlton to be held on April 7, 1977, at 12:30 P.M. at Trimble Park in Mount Dora.
Commr. Deems also announced that the Seaboard Coastline Railroad was submitting an application to abandon 1.1 miles of track between Astatula and Frank Farm.
public health
Representatives from the Lake/Sumter Mental Health Center
appeared before the Board to briefly outline the operation of its new Senior Citizens
Program and to invite the Board members to attend the open house, which the
Mental Health Center is having at its new treatment facility in Sumterville, on
April 15, 1977, 10:00 A.M. to 7:00 P.M., with a dedication ceremony at 6:00
P.M., which will be presided by Commr.
communications
Commr. Deems presented, to the Board, an invitation to the
Board members to attend the NAACP Fourth Annual Freedom Fund Banquet in
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.
roads-subdivision
At 1:30 P.M., the Chairman announced that the advertised
time had arrived for the Board to consider the paving of
Mrs. Reggie Foster, resident in the area, appeared before
the Board and stated that her property faces a
Discussion was held regarding the issuance of Special Assessment Bonds to obtain financing for the paving of this road. Discussion was also held regarding the possibility of setting up a revolving account for paving roads under the tax lien process.
Mr. Ford reviewed, with the Board, a resolution which the Board would have to adopt today if it decided to proceed with the paving of this road. However, he did inform the Board that there was a clause in the resolution stating that the resolution is contingent upon the availability of funds to finance the improvements and will have no force or effect should the Board, property owners, or other interested persons be unable to obtain the necessary financing to make the improvements.
On a motion by Commr.
Discussion resumed regarding the financing of this road. The Board decided that it would like to issue Special Assessment Bonds. On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board authorized the County Attorney to draw the necessary Ordinance for the issuance of Special Assessment Bonds by the County for improvements to roads and approved for the abovementioned Ordinance to be advertised for Public Hearing before the Board on May 3, 1977, at 11:00 A.M. or as soon thereafter as possible.
road closing
The Chairman announced that the advertised time had arrived for the Board to consider the Closing of Alhambra Boulevard in Sunnicrest Subdivision. The Description of the Road is as follows:
THAT PORTION OF ALHAMBRA BOULEVARD LYING BETWEEN THE SOUTH 1/2 OF BLOCKS B & C, ALL OF BLOCKS F & G AND ALL OF BLOCKS D & E, IN SUNNICREST SUBDIVISION LOCATED IN SECTION 30, TOWNSHIP 19 SOUTH, RANGE 25 EAST ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF AS FILED IN THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF LAKE COUNTY, FLORIDA.
No one appeared before the Board in opposition to this Road Closing. Mr. Andrew reported, to the Board, that Mrs. Padgett has sent certified letters to all the property owners explaining what she was planning to do and how it would affect their lots of record.
On a motion by Commr.
licenses and permits
On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried, the following Utility and Driveway Permits were approved:
NO. PERMITTEE PURPOSE ROAD______
888 Florida Telephone Corp. Buried Cable S-450
897 Florida Telephone Corp. Buried Cable 3-1752
898 Florida Telephone Corp. Buried Cable 3-1751
899 Florida Telephone Corp. Buried Cable 5-8047
900 Florida Telephone Corp. Buried Cable 1-5136
901 Florida Telephone Corp. Buried Cable 3-0539
902 Florida Telephone Corp. Buried Cable 3-0542
903 Florida Telephone Corp. Buried Cable 2-3209
2-3209A
904 Florida Telephone Corp. Buried Cable 5-8377
905 Florida Telephone Corp. Buried Cable 2-0527
906 Florida Telephone Corp. Buried Cable 4-4981
907 Florida Telephone Corp. Buried Cable S-474
908 Florida Telephone Corp. Buried Cable 3-0439
909 Florida Telephone Corp. Buried Cable 1-5508
5-318
2-319 City of
Electric Instal. S-468
1-320 City of
2-321 City of
1-322 City of
S-468
DRIVEWAY PERMITS
2-229 Cornelia Brown 2-1805
5-230 Henry F. Haas 5-7968
4-321 Del-Wood Properties S-452
3-232 John Hyncho 3-0847
5-233 William A. McGowan 5-6655
3-234 R.E. Allison 3-0848
Commr.
contracts and agreements
On a motion by Commr. Hoskinson, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the Chairman and Clerk to sign the Right of Way Contract, Resolution, and necessary maps pertaining to the replacement of the Apopka Beauclair Bridge.
roads subdivision
On a motion by Commr.
Greenbrier Street DR 4-7697
Coconut Avenue DR 4-7597
Poinciana Street DR 4-7898
On a motion by Commr.
road closing
Mr. Andrew presented, to the Board, a request to close a
portion of
On a motion by Commr.
ACCOUNTS ALLOWED
On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried, the Board approved travel for Frank Woodson to attend the Spring Meeting of the Vehicle Safety Inspection Association in Fort Walton Beach on April 20-24, 1977. Commr. Hoskinson was absent for the vote.
RESOLUTIONS
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried, the Board adopted a resolution establishing a speed limit of 45 MPH on Emeralda Island Road (DR 5-7528) and approved for advisory speed signs to be posted from DR 5-6836 to SR 452. Commr. Hoskinson was absent for the vote.
roads-county
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried, the Board approved the assignment of district road number 5-9788 to Sixth Street in Astor which has recently been taken into the County Maintained System as a clay road. Commr. Hoskinson was absent for the vote.
On a motion by Commr.
contracts and agreements/roads-state
On a motion by Commr.
roads-county
On a motion by Commr. Hoskinson, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved for the Public Works Department to construct an extension to Five Mile Road of approximately one half mile. This is subject to the necessary right of way being donated to the County.
Mr. Andrew informed the Board that Mr. Bill Tucker would like to take an I.C.S. Course in Surveying and Mapping at a cost of $1,300 and would like to be reimbursed by the County. Discussion was held. On a motion by Commr. Hoskinson, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Board approved that, upon notification that Mr. Tucker has completed the course satisfactorily, the County would reimburse Mr. Tucker 50% of the cost, subject to his agreeing to work for the County for one year after he completes the above-mentioned course. The Board requested that Mr. Andrew review this with the Mr. Van Porter, Director of Personnel.
maps and plats
Mr. Larry Taylor, Attorney, appeared before the Board
regarding the preliminary plat approval of East Lakeview Estates. He stated that there was an elderly couple in
On a motion by Commr.
roads material
Mr. Andrew brought to the attention of the Board that Mr.
Dalton Payne, Realtor, has a client, who owns land off of SR 19 (28-21-25), and
is willing to sell this to the County.
Mr. Andrew stated that there is clay on the property which can be used
by the County. Discussion was held. On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by
Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board authorized the County to offer
to pay $2000 an acre for the property in question, subject to an MAI appraisal
substantiating that this is a fair market price for the land. The Board also approved the deposit of $1,000
to be placed on the land and authorized the Clerk to have the check
released. The Board authorized the
Mr. Andrew informed the Board that Mr. Shivers claims that DR 4-5968 is on his property and requests that it be moved. Mr. Andrew stated that a survey has been made of the road, and it is in the wrong location. However, there is no right of way available, and the County has maintained the road for over four years, and is, therefore, a prescriptive road. No further action was taken on this matter.
accounts allowed
On a motion by Commr.
ROADS CLOSING
Mr. Andrew brought to the attention of the Board that,
approximately one year ago, the Board closed a portion of
bids/outdoor recreational facilities
On a motion by Commr.
machinery and equipment
Mr. Gary Knuckles appeared before the Board and stated that a two way radio had been stolen out of one of the County trucks and it needed to be replaced. Discussion was held. Mr. Knuckles stated that the claim had been turned into the Insurance Company. He informed the Board that there are a few radios available in the County inventory and could switch around the radios thereby saving the need to purchase a new one. This met with the approval of the Board.
right-of-way roads
Discussion was held regarding the complaint of Mrs. Emmie Dick regarding an Oak tree which is in the County right of way with limbs hanging over her home. Mrs. Dick is fearful that these limbs will fall on her home. On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved for the Public Works Department to have a tree surgeon saw off the limbs which affect the home of Mrs. Emmie Dick.
prisoners
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr.
roads-county/signs
On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Carson
and carried unanimously, the Board directed the Public Works Department to
erect the proper signs on Fruitland Park Boulevard and Lynn Avenue in Tropical
Homesites. These roads have been
recently paved to
supplies and equipment
Commr. Deems presented to the Board a request from Mr. Byron Herlong to purchase pipe owned by the County which is used in the pumping of water. Discussion was held. The Board felt that this pipe may be needed during the rainy season and did not feel that it should be sold. The Chairman requested the Clerk to write to Mr. Herlong and inform him that the County would like to assist him but is unable at this time.
roads-county
Commr.
resolutions/mvi
Commr. Deems presented, to the Board, a notice form the
State Association of County Commissioners, Transportation Committee, regarding
a move in the Legislature to have the MVI Stations removed from the control of
the Highway Patrol and placed in the hands of local government. On a motion by Commr.
roads-county
Commr. Hoskinson stated that the County was to negotiate,
with the City of
On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved for the County to negotiate with the City for permission to close Barrow Avenue and pave the right of way on Barrow Avenue for parking facilities.
Mr. Andrew discussed with the Board the disposition of the warehouse which is located on the property behind the Health Department which has recently been purchased by the County. The Board requested Mr. Andrew to obtain prices for the destruction of this building and report back to the Board with a recommendation.
accounts allowed
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved travel for Mr. Charles E. Rowan, County Extension Agent – Livestock, to attend the Beef Cattle Short Course in Gainesville, May 4-6, 1977.
fire districts
Commr. Hoskinson stated that he and Mr. Driggers have been discussing, with the Fire Chiefs, a program for Countywide Fire Protection. Discussion was held. Commr. Windram voiced his opinion stating that before this subject is seriously considered again by the Board for placement on the ballot, he would like the Fire Chiefs and the Volunteer Firemen to unite and be able to compose a plan which both the Chiefs and Firemen could agree upon. Commr. Windram also stated that he would expect that the plan would be well thought out and that the request for it to be placed on the ballot would not be at the last minute as have been the other similar requests.
It was the opinion of the Board that the plan would be divided into districts; and, if it was ready to be voted upon, it could be placed on the ballot during the next election.
Commr. Hoskinson asked if the Board would be interested in hiring a consultant, under the CETA Program, to research a Fire Plan. The Board felt that there were qualified persons in the Forestry Service that could draw such a plan and suggested that Commr. Hoskinson contact the Forestry Service to inquire if there would be someone available to update and/or work with the Fire Chiefs on the project as they did in 1974 when the Forestry Service compiled the Fire Plan for the Unincorporated Area of Lake County.
autos and trucks
Commr. Deems presented, to the Board, a letter from Ed
Havill, Lake County Property Appraiser, requesting permission for his office to
purchase gasoline from the County Gas Pool for the one vehicle which is used by
the Appraiser’s Office. On a motion by
Commr.
Commr. Hoskinson was absent when the above vote was taken.
contracts and agreements
Mr. Ford resumed the discussion regarding the contract
between
On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board approved the Certificates of Error and Correction #5-09045 through #5-09050 as submitted by the Property Appraiser and reviewed by the County Attorney.
resolutions/elections
On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board adopted two resolutions approving the alteration made in the precinct voting maps as presented to the Board by Emogene Stegall, Supervisor of Elections, on March 15, 1977, as well as the change in the district lines of Commissioners in District 4 & 5.
courthouse
Mr. Ford briefed the Board on the status of the negotiations with the Department of Health and Rehabilitative Services pertaining to the rental of space in the old Courthouse.
He stated that Mrs. Knowles, District Supervisor, is interested in having the Food Stamp Offices located in or near the old Courthouse. However, Mr. Ford informed the Board that the Food Stamp Department would need a large amount of room; and even if the amount of room could be made available, he believed the number of people coming into the area to utilize this service would produce a serious parking problem. Commr. Windram stated that the purpose of these buildings is to serve the public; and if placing various departments in the same building make it impossible for the people to conveniently obtain the service offered them, in his opinion, alternate arrangements would have to be made.
On a motion by Commr.
contracts and agreements
Mr. Ford also reported, to the Board, the status of
negotiations he has been conducting with Mr. Orval Burns pertaining to the
office space which the County rented for use by the Sheriff’s Department. He reminded the Board that Sheriff McCall
felt that his Department was no longer in need of the office space located at
the
Mr. Ford also reported to the Board on the status of
There being no further business to be brought before the Board, the meeting adjourned at 5:45 P.M.
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C. A. “LEX” DEEMS, CHAIRMAN
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jAMES c. WATKINS, CLERK