A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
November 21, 1978
The Lake County Board of County Commissioners convened in Regular Session on Tuesday, November 21, 1978 at 9:00 a.m., in the Board of County Commissioners Meeting Room, Courthouse, Tavares, Florida. Commissioners present were: James R. Carson, Jr., Chairman, (excused himself from 9:10 a.m. through morning session); C.A. Lex Deems; Thomas J. Windram, and Glenn C. Burhans. Others present were: James C. Watkins, Clerk; Christopher C. Ford, County Attorney; and Jennifer Kennedy, Deputy Clerk.
The Invocation was given by James C. Watkins and the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Commr. Windram.
commissioners
At this time the Clerk swore in the two re-elected Commissioners (Commrs. Deems, Dist. #2, and Windram, Dist. #4), as well as the newly-elected Commr. Middleton, Dist. #3.
At this time Commr. Carson turned the Chairmanship over to the Vice-Chairman, Commr. Windram. Commr. Carson stated he would return for the afternoon session.
minutes
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the Special November 16, 1978, Meeting Minutes were approved as submitted.
petition/pollution control department
At this time Mr. Ted Wicks, Acting Director of Pollution Control, appeared before the Board requesting acceptance of a Petition regarding the removal of water from Lake Hiawatha. Mr. Wicks stated once the Board accepts the Petition, his department can process it.
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board accepted the Lake Hiawatha Petition on abatement of water pollution and shore erosion of inland lakes.
Mr. Wicks informed the Board that the Little Bluff Lake Petition (Mascotte), which the Board accepted November 14, 1978, does not meet statutory requirements in that while the Petition is signed by 50% of the property owners, it does not represent more than 50% of the land. It was Mr. Wicks feeling that his department does need to investigate to establish whether a problem exists or not, and he would be reporting back to the Board.
animals
There was a brief discussion regarding Mr. Tanner picking up large animals for the County.
It was decided that Commr. Middleton and Mr. Ford, County Attorney, would review existing contracts and work out a solution and report back to the Board.
accounts allowed/escrow
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board approved payment in the amount of $25.00 to J.H. Mobile Home, Corporation, from the Flagship Bank of Tavares Escrow Account. Reason: Deposit refund.
reports
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the Board acknowledged receipt of the November 3 and 9, 1978, Traffic-Criminal Department Distribution of Revenue Reports.
checks received
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the Board accepted the following from the Supervisor of Elections Office:
$24.40 cash for copies of Candidates Reports
$ 1.60 Thomas Windram check for report copies
$29.21 J.M. Hoskinson check for voter lists
$25.00 Charlie Strickland check for voter lists
$114.46 Clell Coleman, III, check for voter lists
schools
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, signature authorization was given on the Florida School For The Deaf And Blind Admission slip for John Charles Thomas.
indigents
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the following changes to the Indigent List were approved:
CANCEL DISTRICT #3 Tavares Apartments for Dorothy Morgan $42.50
ADD DISTRICT #1 Marietta Motel for Delores Albritton $52.00
accounts allowed
On the same motion as above, payment of the following vouchers was approved:
General Revenue 286-472
MVI 13-18
Fine & Forfeiture ... 29-45
County Transportation ... 69-116
Title II Anti-recession 1-4
EDA ... 1
DWI .. 2-3
CETA Title I .. 19-40
CETA Title II . 26-46
CETA Title III 5-11
CETA Title VI ... 20-35
CETA Title VI Projects . 19-34
courthouse
It was brought to the attention of the Board, through a letter directed to Mr. Watkins from the Public Defender, Robert E. Pierce, that no order had been given for shelving to be put in the storage room that is presently under construction in his offices.
This letter was referred to the Building Committee (Commr. Deems, Mr. Watkins, and Mr. Ford).
meetings
Commr. Windram informed the Board of a Public Hearing on November 28, 1978, 7:30 p.m., Leesburg Citizens National Bank regarding the implementation of the Region II Health System Plan.
Commissioners
Commr. Burhans stated he would like it made a part of the record that he has privately contracted with Richard Powell to have his driveway paved.
grants/bids
Mr. Gary Knuckles, Purchasing Director, appeared before the Board requesting permission to go out on bids for supplies used for the Community Development Block Grant Projects. Lengthy discussion occurred with no formal action being taken at this time.
machinery & equipment/sheriff
Discussion was held regarding the need to hook-up the new generator to the existing system at the jail. Mr. Knuckles stated he felt Gene Dixon, Courthouse Maintenance Supervisor, would be able to do the necessary work at a great savings to the County.
bids
At this time the bid tabulations regarding the purchase of bulk asphaltic concrete were discussed as follows:
Orlando Pavers Asphalt Pavers American Precast
Type I $18.40 $20.50 No Bid
Type II $17.90 $19.50 No Bid
Cold Mix $21.00 $20.50 No Bid
Approximate Mileage & Time To Plant
Orlando Ocala
Leesburg 96 miles 3 hrs. 48 miles 1 ½ hrs.
Mascotte 50 miles 1 ½ hrs. 36 miles 2 ½ hrs.
Umatilla 88 miles 2 ½ hrs. 49 miles 1 ½ hrs.
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, both of the above bids were accepted with the understanding cost is F.O.B. plant and the supplier would be chosen depending on the location of the job site; the shortest haul denoting the lowest bidder to be used. Bid number for this is 005-79.
accounts allowed/travel/emergency medical services
Commr. Windram informed the Board that Mr. Robert Jordan made a side trip during his recently authorized county travel to West Virginia. Mr. Jordan traveled from Charleston, West Virginia, to Lynchburg, Virginia, to inspect new equipment which the Lake County E.M.S. Communication System will soon be receiving. The extra travel exceeded by $166.24 his originally approved travel expenses.
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the above expenditure of $166.24 was approved for payment. Under discussion Commr. Windram stated this side trip had been made in good faith and was valuable to the County; but, it would be explained to Mr. Jordan that in the future, side trips must be approved prior to travel.
communications
Commr. Windram read a letter from the Production Manager of H. Jennings Rou, Inc. company, H.W. Purser, regarding the dumping of garbage in their citrus groves. Mr. Purser stated that the problem is not only the dumping of personal garbage, but also large amounts being dumped by private trash collectors. Discussion occurred.
The County Attorney was instructed to work with the Public Works Department and send a letter to all franchise collectors. It was further suggested that the attendants at the landfills verify franchise holders in an effort to stop unauthorized franchise dealers. It was requested Mr. Andrew, County Engineer, receive a copy of Mr. Pursers letter.
resolutions
Brief discussion regarding speed limits in the lakes. A suggested 5 M.P.H. with shore distance limitation was discussed. Further discussion was tabled because of the following Public Hearing.
assessments
At 10:00 a.m. the Chairman announced the advertised time had arrived for the Public Hearing regarding the Confirming of the Special Assessment Roll on Road Improvements in Bar-Bell Mobil Home Village and Western Shores Subdivision. Mr. Ford stated this had been advertised at the same time as a previous public hearing, of which a proof of publication had not yet been received in the Board office, but publication verification had been made by phone.
Under discussion Mr. Ford pointed out that there was a problem with the bid on the above project in that Leecon, Inc. was unwilling to honor their nine-month-old quotation. Leecon had bid the project at $36,520.90 back in March; they estimate their cost now has increased to $40,172.99. Discussion continued. No one present had any comments for the Board regarding the public hearing. Commr. Deems requested a postponement to allow him time to personally call Leecon, Inc., and discuss the matter with them.
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, this public hearing was postponed to 1:45 p.m.
resolutions
Discussion continued from earlier regarding speed controls on the waterways.
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the County Attorney was instructed to draft a Resolution which would control and define a 5 M.P.H. speed limit by canal name as the Board is made aware of problems.
suits affecting the county
At this time Mr. Ford informed the Board that he had accepted service of a lawsuit for the County. He asked the Board to authorize this acceptance; or, if they prefer, they could be served individually.
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the County Attorney was authorized to accept service of papers regarding BRADLEY H. PETTERS VS. SYLVAN SHORES ASSOCIATION VS LAKE COUNTY CASE #78-806-CA-01.
RECESS AND REASSEMBLY
The Board recessed from 10:35 a.m. to 10:55 a.m.
water authority & mosquito control
Mr. Jack Dequine, Consulting Biologist with the Water Authority, appeared before the Board to discuss the new systems under consideration for operating the Lake County Aquatic Weed Control Program. Lengthy discussion occurred in which the availability of Federal funds can be combined with pre-existing State funds to arrive at a program which could subsidize up to 70% versus last years 26%. The major point of discussion was DNRs desire to have one agency in charge, rather than two as in the pastMosquito Control as well as the Water Authority.
The question before the Board was whether or not they wished to delegate the Aquatic Weed function to the Water Authority or the Mosquito Control Department. Throughout the discussion it was pointed out that the whole program has operated well jointly; but, now that one department had to be designated as the lead agency, it would produce an increased work load on their staff.
Commr. Burhans moved that the Lake County Water Authority be named the lead agent in Aquatic Weed Control.
Under discussion Mr. Ford, County Attorney, stated he felt it might be more desirable for Lake County to be named the lead agent with the ability to subcontract to the Water Authority. Discussion continued. Commr. Burhans motion died for lack of a second.
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, it was decided Lake County be named the lead agency for the Aquatic Weed Control Program with the Mosquito Control Department subcontracting with the Lake County Water Authority.
water pollution
Mr. Joe Knowles, Chairman, Lake County Water Authority, asked if he might make a brief report to the Board on the St. Johns River Water Management District Public Hearing of November 14, 1978, regarding Chapter 16I-3FAC Regulations of Wells. Mr. Knowles pointed out that small wells are a major source of pollution. He briefly made comments regarding stricter regulation, water use permits to control water quality, as well as home rule in the control and enforcement of guidelines, stressing local control is by far better than district (St. Johns encompasses a 19-county-wide-area with two inspectors).
Mr. Knowles further stated Lake County has an excellent air and water control department, but there do exist problems in well regulation enforcement, especially if continued on a district level. Mr. Knowles suggested the Board address themselves to the issuance of well-drilling permits which would be done on a county basis.
appraisals
Mr. Willett, Planning Director, discussed with the Board the hiring of an appraiser for the park and community activity site acquisition project in Dona Vista. Of the several names he had, there appeared to be only one man certified an M.A.I. Names discussed: Larry King, Sam Cook, Carl Adams, Jr., and John Rocker.
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, based on the federal guidelines we must comply with, Mr. Sam Cook, M.A.I., was chosen as the appropriate appraiser for the Dona Vista project.
On a motion by Commr. Middleton, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, authorization was given for Mr. Cook to appraise the four (4) sites under consideration in the Dona Vista Project.
Under discussion Commr. Burhans mentioned that his wifes real estate firm was the agent for one of the sites; the possibility of her waiving her commission, should that site be decided upon, was mentioned.
contracts and agreements
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, approval was given on a store lease between Mary Louise Elton and Lake County in S.E. Umatilla at $70.00 per month for a 13-month period. The motion also authorized $750.00 worth of repairs, water and electric turn on, as well as the leasing of two outside lights from Sumter Electric, and a telephone hook-up, in connection with that lease which enables us to have a Community Development Block Grant Office.
grants
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the tentative contract negotiation rehabilitation application list was approved as follows:
Sadie Jenkins . Elderly $4,728.
Henry Allen ... Elderly $4,673.
Mary Lou Haywood .. Elderly $3,390.
Clarence Reeves Handicapped .. $2,660.
Ardes Griffin . Large family ... $3,200.
Caldonia Brown . Elderly $3,000.
Walter Salley . Handicapped .. $3,310.
Jessie Smith ... Large family ... $5,000.
grants/eda
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, signature authorization was given for the Chairman to sign the Final Acceptance Reports covering EDA Project No. 04-51-20995. These reports pertain to a letter which was authorized in the October 10, 1978, Minutes, Minute Book 28, Page 337.
autos and trucks
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, authorization was given to use the old Mosquito Control truck by a Community Development Block Grant clean-up crew when necessary.
bonds
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, approval was given for an extension to the existing mobile home Agreement now held by Charles Nix, Eustis, while he builds his conventional home. It is understood this extension is subject to the original terms of the Agreement in that the proper bond must be posted and it is understood that the mobile home will be removed immediately upon the completion of the conventional dwelling or upon the request of the Board of County Commissioners.
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, approval was given for an extension to the existing mobile home Agreement now held by Joseph Sienkieivicz, Lake George, while he builds his conventional dwelling. It is understood this extension is subject to the original terms of the Agreement in that the proper bond must be posted and it understood that the mobile home will be removed immediately upon the completion of the conventional dwelling or upon the request of the Board of County Commissioners.
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, Justus and Mary Knams request to live in a mobile home on the same piece of property on which their conventional dwelling is being built, subject to the proper bond being posted and with the understanding that the mobile home will be removed immediately upon the completion of the conventional dwelling or upon the request of the Board of County Commissioners, was approved. This Agreement is for the Sorrento area.
recess and reassembly
At 12:10 p.m. the Board adjourned for lunch at the Silver Lake Country Club. The Board reconvened at 1:45 p.m.
commissioners
Commr. Carson returned and assumed the Chairmanship.
assessments
Discussion continued from the earlier Public Hearing, see page 414. Commr. Deems stated he had contacted Leecon, Inc., and they agreed to honor their original quotation of $36,520.90.
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, authorization was given for the Chairman to sign the contract between Leecon, Inc., and the County at the original price of $36,520.90, covering improvements to Helena Court and Lincoln Road, Western Shores Subdivision (unrecorded) and Barksdale Drive, Bar-Bell Mobile Home Subdivision.
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, approval was given on the Resolution regarding the improvements to Lincoln Road, Helena Court, and Barksdale Drive in Bar-Bell Mobile Home Subdivision and Western Shores Subdivision.
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the Special Assessment Roll was approved as follows:
BAR-BELL MOBILE HOME VILLAGE
William Shumaker - Lot 1 & 2 - $810.19
Milton Welder - Lot 3 - $405.09
Kate Y. Bell - Lot 4 - $405.09
Kate Y. Bell - Lot 5 - $506.37
Samuel D. Reed - Lot 6 - $1336.27
Karla Vaughn - Lot 7 - $665.70
Melvin E. Struckman - Lot 9 - $573.88
Kate Y. Bell - Lot 10 - $589.07
Melvin E. Struckman - Lot 11 - $216.32
Kate Y. Bell - Lot 12 - $206.53
Jack E. Irwin - Lot 13 - $235.70
John J. Kovalcik - Lot 14 - $200.32
Cecil Hughes - Lot 15 - $394.43
Kate Y. Bell - Lot 16 - $293.69
Kate Y. Bell - Lot 17 - $236.30
Kate Y. Bell - Lot 18 - $236.30
William J. Wiegana - Lot 19 - $405.09
James P. Hohner - Lot 20 - $405.09
Edward E. Smith, Jr. - Lot 21 + 20 - $625.19
Raymond M. Davidson - Lot 23 + 22-20 - $675.16
Hullman Reed - Lot 24 - $485.03
C.M. Nix - Lot 25 - $553.63
Lovis Branding, Jr. - Lot 26 - $315.16
Kate Y. Bell - Parcel 2 - $4892.39
Philip Berkovitz - Parcel 1 - $5743.22
WESTERN SHORES
Charles Berry - Lot 154 - $861.57
Donald Love - Lot 155 - $472.61
C.M. Nix, Jr. - Lot 156 - $472.61
Edgar Ross - Lot 157 - $472.61
Donald Love - Lot 158 - $472.61
John W. Brackin - Lot 159 - $472.61
C.M. Nix, Jr. - Lot 160 - $472.61
Western Shores, Inc. - Lot 161 - $540.13
Lee Wertz - Lot 162-75 - $724.31
Paul G. Clark - 75 of Lot 162 - $940.02
Kenneth Hanes - Lot 163 - $472.61
Laveda Hutchison - Lot 164 - $472.61
Sailor Williamson - Lot 165 - $472.61
Ted Wladyka - Lot 166 - $472.61
Evelyn Jones - Lot 167 - $472.61
Evelyn Jones - Lot 168 - $472.61
Ellow Guined - Lot 169 - $472.61
Frank Neumann - Lot 170 - $472.61
James Heckel - Lot 171 - $472.61
Richard Wagner - Lot 172 - $472.61
Paul Kline - Lot 173 - $472.61
Verna Priebe - Lot 174 - $472.61
Robert E. Hager - Lot 175 + 10 - $540.13
Paul Jordon - Lot 177 + 60 - $945.22
Donald Love - Lot 178 & 179 - $986.68
Wilma Williamson - Lot 180 - $212.13
Louis Branding, Jr. - Lot 181 - $212.13
FUNDS/TRANSFER
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the following transfers were approved:
General Revenue
Pollution Transfer $700.00 from Account #46-37.342 to Account #46-37.640 and $460.00 from Contingency to Account #46-37.640, due to purchase of Saxon Copier.
County Service Officer Transfer $500.00 from Account #20-53.342 to Account #20-53.640 and $460.00 from Contingency to Account #20-53.640. Reason: purchase of Saxon Copier.
Clerk of Circuit Court Transfer $7,740.00 from Account #02-16.344 to Account #02-16.640 and $4,070.00 from Contingency to Account #02-16.640, Equipment. Reason: Purchase of IBM Copier and Savin 780 Copier.
Planning Transfer $2,000.00 from Account #18-15.344 Rental of Equipment to Account #18-15.640 Equipment and $2,300.00 from Contingency to Account #18-15.640, Equipment. Reason: Purchase of Savin Copier.
Zoning Department Transfer $650.00 from Account #49-24.332, Communication Cost to Account #49-24.346, Maintenance of Equipment. Reason: Additional budget to cover cost of Radio Maintenance Contract.
Recreation Transfer $52.14 from Contingency to Account #01-81-901 Budgeted Transfer. Reason: Creation and adoption of Boating Improvement Fund in 1978-1979 Budget year, balance of $52.14 from State Grant remains in General Revenue Fund from previous year.
County Transportation Trust Transfer #3,000.00 from Account #61-41.342 Rental & Leases and $2,730.00 from Contingency to Account #61-41.640, Equipment. Reason: Purchase of Xerox 3100 Copier.
Fine & Forfeiture Fund Transfer $100.00 from Account #53-16.346, Maintenance of Equipment to Account #53-16.640, Equipment. Reason: Creation of additional line item in new budget.
DWI Fund Transfer $3,440.40 from Contingency to Accounts 51-29.121 FICA taxes ($1,056.00), #51-29.122, Retirement ($1,588.00), #51-29.124 Workmens Compensation ($350.00) and #51-29.123 Hospitalization ($446.40). Reason: Employee benefits not included in 1978-1979 budget.
Title II Anti-Recession Fund Transfer $118,800.00 from Account #01-19.123 Hospitalization Insurance B.C.C. to #01-81.901, Interfund Transfer. Reason: to provide proper audit procedures.
funds/transfer elections
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, authorization was given for a $3,400.00 transfer to the Supervisor of Elections payroll account to cover payrolls from the recent election. Additional people were needed this Election to handle the workload.
public hearings road closings
VILLA CITY This was a previously heard and postponed case. Mr. George Hovis, attorney for Mrs. Mary Woodward, was present to oppose the closing of this road for reasons previously stated in hearings on May 2, July 5, and September 5, 1978. Mr. John Wycoff, a supporter of Mrs. Rogers, Petitioner to close the roads, was present and stated he favored the closing. Discussion occurred.
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the request to close a road in Villa City was denied.
SMART AVENUE Discussion was held regarding the Petition before the Board to close Smart Avenue. No one present had any comments regarding this public hearing. It was noted that the proper proof of publication was on file.
On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, Smart Avenue in Silver Lake Estates was closed as follows:
SMART AVENUE AS SHOWN ON MAP NO. 3 OF REVISED AND CORRECTED PLAT OF SILVER LAKE ESTATES RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 10, PAGE 68, PUBLIC RECORDS OF LAKE COUNTY, FLORIDA.
OLEANDER AVENUE IN SUNSET PARK SUBDIVISION
The proper proof of publication being on hand, a Mr. Pepper was recognized in the audience with respect to the closing of this road. Discussion occurred.
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the following description was approved for closing:
THAT PART OF OLEANDER AVENUE LYING IN SUNSET PARK SUBDIVISION ACCORDING TO PALT BOOK 5, PAGE 48, PUBLIC RECORDS OF LAKE COUNTY, FLORIDA, EXTENDING FROM THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF BLOCK D, LOT 24, AND THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF BLOCK C, LOT 13, AND RUNNING NORTHERLY TO THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF BLOCK F, LOT 1, AND THE NORTHESAST CORNER OF BLOCK G, LOT 12, AND;
b) ALL OF MAGNOLIA BOULEVARD LYING IN SUNSET PARK SUBDIVISION ACCORDING TO PALT BOOK 5, PAGE 48, PUBLIC RECORDS OF LAKE COUNTY, FLORIDA, EXTENDING FROM THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF BLOCK D, LOT 13, AND THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF BLOCK C, LOT 24, AND THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF BLOCK F, LOT 12, AND THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF BLOCK G, LOT 1. AND TO VACATE SUBDIVISION LOTS IN SUNSET PARK SUBDIVISION MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS:
c) LOTS 13 TO 24, INCLUSIVE, BLOCK C; LOTS 13 TO 24, INCLUSIVE, BLOCK D; LOTS 1 TO 12, INCLUSIVE, BLOCK F; AND LOTS 1 TO 12, INCLUSIVE, BLOCK G, ALL IN SUNSET PARK SUBDIVISION ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF AS RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 5, PAGE 48, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF LAKE COUNTY, FLORIDA.
OAK AVENUE
Upon the proper proof of publication being made a part of the hearing, discussion occurred.
On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, authorization was given for the processing of the closing, abandoning, discontinuing and vacating of said road:
THAT PART OF OAK AVENUE EXTENDING FROM THE EAST RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE OF MERRIMACK TO THE WEST RIGHT-OF-WAY OF AVERILL, LESS THE WEST 100 FEET THEREOF, AS RECORDED IN REEVES SUBDIVISION, PLAT BOOK 1, PAGE 32 IN THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF LAKE COUNTY.
malaca avenue
Upon the proper proof of publication being made a part of the hearing, discussion occurred.
On a motion by Commr. Middleton, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, authorization was given for the processing of the closing, abandoning, discontinuing and vacating of Malaca Avenue as follows:
THAT PORTION OF MALACA AVENUE NORTH OF DISTRICT ROAD 1-7611 AND LYING IN SECTION 16, TOWNSHIP 18N, RANGE 24 E, LAKE COUNTY, FLORIDA.
ROADS SUBDIVISION/PLAT
Mr. John Martin appeared before the Board and took part in a discussion regarding the request for preliminary approval of the Plat of Castle Hill Subdivision. Lengthy discussion occurred with emphasis placed on the need of access problems being eliminated, along with the fact if preliminary approval is given, this would be an ongoing project, not abandoned for three years and then started again with three-year-old specifications.
licenses and permits
On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried, the following Utility and Driveway Permits were approved:
NO. PERMITTEE PURPOSE RD
2-399 Florida Power Corporation Overhead Dist. Line C-48
4-400 Stephen Vaughn Const. Co. Water Line 4-4767
1087 Florida Telephone Corporation Buried Cable 1-7906
1088 Florida Telephone Corporation Buried Cable 5-5437
1089 Florida Telephone Corporation Buried Cable 4-4484
1090 Florida Telephone Corporation Buried Cable S-437
1091 Florida Telephone Corporation Buried & Aerial Cab. 4-4183
1092 Florida Telephone Corporation Buried Cable 4-4581
1093 Florida Telephone Corporation Buried Cable 4-4585
1094 Florida Telephone Corporation Buried Cable 5-9688
1095 Florida Telephone Corporation Buried Cable 3-0542
1096 Florida Telephone Corporation Buried Cable 5-7528
1097 Florida Telephone Corporation Buried Cable paralleling & 1-7508
Aerial Cable Crossing
1098 Florida Telephone Corporation Buried Cable 4-4872
DRIVEWAY PERMITS
1-424 George E. Lavender 1-5508
5-425 Curtis W. Lucas 5-9688
5-426 Alun Jones 1-5313
5-427 Max Schleckler C-439
1-428 Emmett Sapp 1-5508
Commr. Carson abstained from voting because he is a member of the Board of Directors of the Florida Telephone Corporation.
petitions/signs
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, authorization was given to place No Public Parking on County Right-of-Way signs along Pringle, Burrell and Purdum Avenues, in response to a petition received from local residents.
accounts allowed/roads
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, authorization was given for final payment to Leecon in the amount of $2,424.97 regarding Glover Street. This same motion authorized the transfer of Glover Street to the City of Eustis.
accounts allowed/public works
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, authorization was given for partial payment to Superior Asphalt, for Project #238, Collins Street, C-450, in the same amount of $55,161.90.
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, authorization was given for a partial payment in the amount of $39,354.53 to Square G Construction for Project #229, Lake Mack Road.
escrow accounts
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, authorization was given to release $9,621.00 from the Stone Mountain Estates escrow account.
accounts allowed/public works
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, final payment in the amount of $50,092.75 to Superior Asphalt for Project #230, Church Loop and Alco Road, was approved.
mvi stations
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, approval was given to change Friday hours at the Motor Vehicle Inspection Stations from 10:00 a.m. 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 a.m. 4:30 p.m.
resolutions/speed limits
On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, authorization was given for the adoption of a 25 M.P.H. speed limit on Holly Drive (19A to Old 441).
communications
Discussion occurred regarding the request of James F. Rumford to Grandfather-in three lots east of the canal bordering the east boundary of Stone Mountain Estates. It was the feeling of the Board that there was no legal basis to grandfather-in lots which originally never existed.
roads
On a motion by Commr. Middleton, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, discussion regarding the advertising and proceeding with plans to pave Turkey Ranch Road #3-1751 at an approximate cost of $40,000.00, was tabled until next month, to enable Commr. Middleton time to travel the road.
deeds
On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board accepted Right-of-Way Deeds regarding Mt. Plymouth Loop Road #4-4488, in connection with the second year of our Community Block Grant, as follows:
James Thomas Walker & Elizabeth A. Walker, his wife
Howard Gillard & Fannie Gillard, his wife
Willie and Jackie Wakefield
Vicie Lee Collier
Elizabeth Lockett
George Collier, Jr., & Thelma Lee Collier, his wife
Victoria Stewart & James Stewart, her husband
Hayward Brown
Willie George Kitchen & Fannie Kitchen, his wife
Bernice Taylor
Bobmac Grady
Minnie Grady
Viola B. Lumpkins
Fred Jefferson & Judy Jefferson, his wife
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board accepted Right-of-Way Deeds regarding Jamestown Road #5-7263, in connection with the first year plans for our Community Block Grant:
Mary Berry & Johnnie Berry
Johnnie Berry & Mary Berry, his wife
Twelve Star Lodge No. 256
Jim Snow
Eddie Lee Martin
Rosetta Smith
Mildred Reynolds Dew
W.J. Edward Snow & Mary Lee Snow, his wife
Ardes Griffin & Juanita Griffin, his wife
Cherry Thompson, unremarried widow of Charles Thompson
Allen Davis & Martha Davis, his wife
Richard Weatherspoon & Lucille Weatherspoon, his wife
Billy James & Novella James, his wife, heirs of Roy Scott and Lillie
Scott, Deceased
Jessie Herbert Kirkland & Kattye D. Kirkland
Thomas C. Merrill & Dorothy M. Merrill, his wife
Lynn Lackey
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board accepted the following Deeds on Sugarloaf Mountain Road #3-2447:
Right Of Way Deed from Max Blitzer, Heirs
Right Of Way Deed from Karst, Inc.
Right Of Way Deed from Douglas W. Hood & Betty B. Hood, his wife
Right Of Way Deed from Wyninger, Inc.
Right Of Way Deed from C.V. Griffin Groves Co.
Easement from Tilman W. Sheppard & Patricia K. Sheppard, his wife
Permanent Easement from C.E. Smoak, Jr.
Non-Exclusive Easement from Florida Groves, Inc.
Easement from Leonard H. Baird, Inc.
resolutions
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, authorization was given to execute and process the necessary Resolution and County Deed for DOT regarding Section 77050-2903, State Road 44, Lake County Parcel No. 100.1 Haines Creek Bridge.
deeds
On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, signature authorization was given for the Chairman and Clerk to sign a Quit-Claim Deed transferring ownership of Pine Meadows Road to the City of Eustis.
plats
On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the board approved the Plat of Melody Hill Unit II.
On a motion by Commr. Middleton, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board approved the Plat of Sumerset Subdivision.
accounts allowed/autos & trucks
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, permission was given to shop a new pick-up truck to be used by the construction inspector, trading in a 1972 Mercury. Authorization was also given to shop a new one-ton sign truck, trading in a 1965 Ford pick-up. Mr. Andrew was instructed to work with Mr. Knuckles, Purchasing Director, shopping the request with the understanding a go-ahead should be obtained from Commr. Deems prior to purchase.
accounts allowed/travel/public works
On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, permission was given for Mr. Andrew to attend the American Public Works Association Annual Meeting on December 7, 1978, Altamonte Springs, with a $10.00 registration fee.
deeds
On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the Board approved the release of the road reservations from the DOT as contained in the following Deed Numbers:
#1360, all but 40 from centerline of C-561A
#1596, all but 33 from centerline of Crest-Haven Court
#2018, all but 33 from centerline of Third Avenue
#2756, all but 33 from centerline of Third Avenue & Holley Street
#2519, all but 33 from centerline of Lake Street
#1657, all right-of-way North of Dogwood Way in Carlton Village
#2747, all but 33 from centerline of White Marsh St. & Prestwich Avenue
escrow accounts/planning department/rezoning
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, authorization was given to return the Lakeview Retirement Escrow Account in the amount of $15,000.00, if it was found they had signed the CUP setting up such an account.
municipalities
Commr. Carson Stated the Board had received notification of the City of Astatulas intent to annex land, with a referendum scheduled for January 16, 1978.
county buildings
Mr. Christopher Ford, County Attorney and member of the Building Committee, presented the Building Committees recommendation regarding requests for office space and the use of the Old Juvenile Center.
On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, authorization was given for the present Civil Defense offices to be moved into the old Juvenile Detention Center, with renovation costs funded mainly with Federal funds but an initial county renovation cost of $1,500.00 to cover two offices (Mr. Lewis, Director, and his secretary). The apartment section of the Juvenile Center was assigned as office space for the Legislative Delegates from District 34 and 35, with county renovation costs to that section at $1,500.00. Senator Fecthel will be allowed to use the offices that were occupied by Senator Glisson.
attorney
Discussion was held regarding problems which have developed because of wording, or lack of it, regarding roads which are deeded or dedicated to the county on recorded instruments such as plats.
On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the County Attorney was instructed to draft whatever is necessary to eliminate future problems.
There being no further business to be brought before the Board, adjournment was at 5:20 p.m.
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James r. carson, jr., chairman
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james c. watkins, clerk