A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

MARCH 13, 1979

            The Lake County Board of County Commissioners convened in Regular Session on Tuesday, March 13, 1979, at 9:00 A.M. in the Board of County Commissioners' Meeting Room, Courthouse, Tavares, Florida. Commissioners present were: Thomas J. Windram, Chairman; C.A. "Lex" Deems; G.Y. Middleton; James R. Carson, Jr.; 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. Deems.

            MINUTES

            On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the March 6, 1979, Minutes were approved as amended and corrected.

            APPOINTMENTS

            On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board appointed Frank Kutch as the District 5 representative to the Planning and Zoning Commission, effective March 1, 1979, through February 28, 1981.

            On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, Mr. Jay Vander Meer was reappointed as the District 3 representative to the Planning and Zoning Commission, effective March 1, 1979, through February 28, 1981.

            RESOLUTIONS/APPOINTMENTS

            Commr. Burhans stated he had received a letter of resignation from Blanche Etheredge, District 5, Planning and Zoning Commission, and asked a Resolution be drawn thanking her for her service to the County.

            COUNTY PROPERTY

            There was a brief discussion regarding the availability of small trees grown by the Lake Correctional Institution under the supervision of the Forestry Department. It was the feeling of the Board additional landscaping was needed on County grounds such as at the Fairgrounds, the Nursing Home, and as many of the landfills as possible.

            FAIRGROUNDS/ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/MAINTENANCE

            Commr. Carson stated an exhaust system was needed for the restrooms in the Clements Building at the Fairgrounds. It was felt Gene Dixon, Courthouse Maintenance, would be able to install the fans at an approximate expenditure of $50.00.

            On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried, the Board approved the installation of the necessary fans in the Clements Building; the expenditure not to exceed $50.00.

            Commr. Deems was out for the vote.

            MEETINGS

            Commr. Carson reported the consensus of those present at the Jacksonville State Association of County Commissioners' meeting was to oppose the abolishment of local Mental Health Boards. He felt the vote, if taken, would be very close, but the stand agreed upon was for opposition of abolishment.

            POLLUTION CONTROL/SHERIFF

            Commr. Middleton inquired who he should refer a complaint of garbage being dumped (Jack's Lake) to. It was suggested he refer the complaint to either the Sheriff's Department for enforcement, Public Works for posting, and possibly the Pollution Control Department for investigation.

            BONDS

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

            1386-79 Clifford A. Twetan (General Building)

            1490-79 Edward Lynum, Jr. (General)

            1581-79 Douglas M. Helms dba Custom Heating & Air

            1757-79 John M. Reagan dba Reagan Company (Plumbing Contractor)

            1758-79 Charles A. Clifton, Jr., dba West Volusia Plumbing & Heating

            1759-79 A & B Electric Co., Inc. (Electrical)

            1760-79 Abraham Roth (Code #410-Handyman-Carpentry-Masonry, etc.)


            REPORTS

            On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board acknowledged receipt of the February 28, 1979, Traffic-Criminal Department Distribution of Revenue Report.

            On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board acknowledged receipt of the February 1979 Juvenile Jail Sentencing Report.

            BONDS

            On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board accepted the Bond for Almeda F. Williams, Member, District Board of Trustees, Lake- Sumter Community College, for processing.

            MUNICIPALITIES

            On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board acknowledged receipt of Ordinance 78-11 from the City of Tavares concerning the annexation of Government Lots 3 and 13, Section 32, Township 19S, Range 26E, also Lots 2 and 3, Block 2, Oakhaven Subdivision adjoining the City of Tavares.

OUTDOOR RECREATIONAL FACILITIES/GAME & FRESH WATER FISH

            COMMISSION


            Mr. Watkins read a letter from Mr. C.E. Heppberger, President, Lake Improvement Association, Inc., asking the Board to increase the February 13, 1979, haul-seining contract from 10 hauls to 50.

            On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, approval was given, subject to Fish and Game Commission approval, to extend to 50 hauls the contract approved February 13, 1979, with the understanding should excessively warm weather occur there would be a hiatus.

            CHECKS RECEIVED

            On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board accepted a check in the amount of $1,871.96, from Postal Colony Company, Inc., in compliance with their caretaking lease on the grove on Loghouse Road at the Loghouse Pit on County Road 3-0840.

            CONTRACTS & AGREEMENTS/TAX COLLECTOR/ACCOUNTS ALLOWED

            It was brought to the attention of the Board we had received a lease covering the Tax Collector's Tag and Tax Office in Clermont.

            On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the Board authorized the Chairman to sign the lease after review by the County Attorney. It was pointed out the lease is presently between Mr. and Mrs. Meadows and T. Keith Hall; the lease should be between Mr. and Mrs. Meadows and the Board of County Commissioners.

            CONTRACTS & AGREEMENTS/NURSING HOME

            On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the Agreement employing Pasquale Nuzzo as the house physician for the Lake Memorial Nursing Home, at the rate of $10.00 per visit per patient, with scheduling outlined in said Agreement.

            APPOINTMENTS

            Recommendations pertaining to appointments to the Lake County Fairgrounds Advisory Board were submitted via correspondence as follows:

            Mr. Dennis Horton representing Lake County Chamber of Commerce

            Mrs. Arthur Fox representing Lake County Fair Association

            Mr. Dixie Royal, Jr., representing Lake County Farm Bureau


            On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved Fairground Advisory Board appointments for Mr. Horton, Mr. Royal, and Mrs. Fox. Discussion pointed out Mr. Watkins, Clerk; and Commr. Carson would also be serving on this Board. Appointment terms expire September 30, 1979.

            BIDS/MACHINERY & EQUIPMENT

            At this time Mr. Gary Knuckles, Purchasing Director, appeared before the Board with the Surplus Equipment bids which were received on the 1972 TD 25 Crawler Tractor, Property No. 5230, Serial Number 1822. The bids opened on March 9, 1979, were as follows:

            Krygoski Construction Co.......................$3,700.00

            Florida Georgia Tractor...........................$6,500.00

            On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the Board accepted Florida Georgia Tractor's bid of $6,500.00 for Property No. 5230, the fire-damaged 1972 TD 25 Crawler.

            COMMUNICATIONS

            There was a brief discussion regarding communication from the Office of the Secretary of the Treasury informing us of a revision pertaining to the data for Entitlement Period 10 (October 1, 1978 - September 30, 1979). The revision shows the 1976 population revised from 89,344 to 88,440. It was the feeling of the Board our population figures are not decreasing, and this letter was referred to the County Attorney for further investigation.

            ROADS/COUNTY, STATE/COMMUNICATIONS

            Commr. Windram stated he had received a letter from Mrs. Thelma Mosteller, Mount Dora, objecting to the recently installed rumble strip placed in front of her house. It was requested this letter be referred to Mr. Andrew, County Engineer, for investigation and report to Commr. Windram.

            COMMUNICATIONS

            Commr. Windram stated he had received copies of two proposed committee bills relating to temporary property tax exemptions for manufacturing from House Representative Bobby Brantley. Mr. Brantley requested the Commissioners' feelings regarding these bills prior to March 21, when the House Economic Development Subcommittee will vote them up or down.

            These bills were referred to the County Attorney for review.

            COMMUNICATIONS/MUNICIPALITIES

            Discussion was held regarding the Town of Howey-in-the- Hills' request for County enforcement of regulations set forth in Flood Plain Zoning. It is Howey's intent to adopt the County's Flood Plain Zoning.

            On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board asked the Clerk to reply favorably to Howey-in-the-Hills' request for instituting a Flood Plain system of management.

            Under discussion Commr. Middleton pointed out since all building permits for the Town are issued by the County, management would be simplified; Commr. Carson stated he did wish his motion to reflect a favorable response to Howey in light of the fact the County is presently issuing the Town's building permits.

            BONDS/MOBILE HOME

            On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board approved the request of George Pilliard, Tavares Area, District 3, to live in a mobile home on the same piece of property on which his conventional dwelling is being built, subject to the proper bond being posted and with the understanding the mobile home will be removed immediately upon the completion of the conventional dwelling or upon the request of the Board of County Commissioners.

            GRANTS/EDA

            On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, signature authorization was given on amended final reports after audit completion regarding the EDA Project Performance Report showing a total project cost of $515,416.00 - Total Federal Share of $506,500.00, as well as the Minority Business Enterprise Utilization Report - Part A - showing a total expenditure of $15,200.00.

            MUNICIPALITIES/COMMUNICATIONS

            Mr. Willett, Planning Director, stated he had been contacted by Leesburg's City Manager inquiring as to the Board's feelings regarding a federally-funded mass transit system.

            Discussion occurred in which the County's prior attempt to establish a system was pointed out. The use of general ad valorem taxes versus the setting up of a tax district for the locally-oriented system was briefly discussed. The feeling of the Board was county taxpayer's funds could not be used if it would not benefit the whole county. At this time discussion was tabled due to the following Public Hearing.

            GRANTS/COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT

            At 10:00 A.M. the Chairman announced the advertised time had arrived for the Public Hearing regarding the Community Development Block Grant Application. It was noted the proper proof of publication was on hand and had appeared in the February 12, 1979, edition of the Leesburg/Commercial.

            No one present had any comments regarding this Application. Mr. Mike Stearman, Associate Planner, discussed the use of the $369,000.00 grant being applied for use in the Sorrento area. Having reviewed the overall improvements and rehabilitative goals planned, the Public Hearing was declared closed.

            On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, signature authorization was given for the Grant Application and supporting Resolution.

            COUNTY EMPLOYEES/RESOLUTIONS

            Upon the Board's being made aware that Mr. Stearman had resigned as Associate Planner to accept a position with the City of Eustis, Commr. Carson moved the County Attorney draw an appropriately-worded Resolution thanking him for his service with the County. This motion was seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously.

            MUNICIPALITIES/COMMUNICATIONS

            Discussion continued regarding the Board's feelings on a mass transit system.

            On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board authorized Mr. Willett to notify the City of Leesburg that they would be willing to cooperate in supporting the City's efforts to further investigate the feasibility of establishing such a system. At this time it was felt the question of funding was premature since a feasibility study would be needed to establish the area the system would serve.

            MEETINGS

            Mr. Willett stated a Public Hearing date needed to be set regarding the 201 Plan for Regional Wastewater Treatment Facilities.

            It was decided the Board would hold a Special Meeting at 10:00 A.M., Tuesday, May 22, 1979.

            PLANNING DEPARTMENT/PLATS

            Mr. Willett stated he had received a request for a waiver of the Subdivision Regulations for a Mr. Petersen's 120 acres in Sorrento. Discussion occurred in which it was pointed out Mr. Petersen was asking for permission to divide his parcel into six 20-acre, less 66 foot right-of-way, lots.

            On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the Board denied Mr. Petersen's request for six lots at 20 acres and upheld the previous division of five lots at 24 acres each.

            ORDINANCE

            At 10:30 A.M. the Chairman announced the advertised time had arrived for the Public Hearing regarding the County's Energy Efficiency Ordinance.

            It was pointed out the proper proof of publication was on hand and had appeared in the February 26, 1979, edition of the Leesburg/Commercial. The title of the Ordinance is as follows:

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE LAKE COUNTY BUILDING DEPARTMENT RULES AND REGULATIONS, ADOPTING AN ENERGY EFFICIENCY BUILDING CODE; PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE.


            Mr. Herb Dudgeon, Lake County Building Official, was present and discussed this Ordinance with the Board. He stated Mr. Roger Pattullo, a Tavares Building Official, who was also present, had stated Tavares would be adopting a similar Ordinance. Mr. Dudgeon further stated the Florida Home Builders Association as well as the Lake County Home Builders Association urged adoption of this Ordinance by the Board of County Commissioners.

            Mr. Pattullo stated this Ordinance was similiar to the State version. He further pointed out homeowners should be able to realize a savings within 2.9 years.

            Commr. Carson moved the adoption of this Ordinance.

            It was pointed out that an additional Public Hearing had been scheduled, next Tuesday, March 20, 1979, 10:30 A.M., at which time the Board should adopt the Ordinance.

            Commr. Carson rescinded his motion.

            NURSING HOME

            On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried, the Board gave Mr. Watkins, Clerk, the authority to take over all financial administrative duties of the Nursing Home.

            Commr. Burhans was out for the vote.

            RECESS AND REASSEMBLY

            At this time the Board took a ten-minute recess, reconvening at 11:00 A.M.

            INSURANCE

            Commr. Windram stated he had received a letter from Gulf, carrier of the County's Health Insurance Program, regarding the need for equal treatment of all employees. Discussion centered on the possible need of maternity benefits being made available to all employees (male and female) as well as their covered dependents. This matter was referred to the Insurance Committee for a report back to the Board.

            CONTRACTS & AGREEMENTS/WATER AUTHORITY

            Mr. Mike Duncan, attorney for the Oklawaha Basin Recreation and Water Conservation and Control Authority, presented the Contract between the Board and the Water Authority, previously discussed and agreed upon at the December 19, 1978, Board of County Commission Meeting, outlining the duties of the Water Authority in working with Mosquito Control to control aquatic weed infestation within the County.

            SIGNS/WATER AUTHORITY

            Discussion was held regarding the delay in processing speed limit requests. Mr. Ford explained to Mr. Duncan the Board was presently waiting for the Water Authority to furnish a list of canals which they request to be posted. Once the Board of County Commissioners receives the names of the canals to be posted, they will adopt a Resolution naming those canals and authorizing enforcement of Ordinance 1979-1.

            SUITS AFFECTING THE COUNTY

            Mr. Ford stated he needed authority to proceed with two suits involving the County.

            On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board authorized Mr. Ford to continue working on the Robert Pasco case. Mr. Pasco was named as an alleged violator of the Lake County Subdivision Regulations during the March 6, 1979, Code Violation Hearings. Mr. Ford stated the State Attorney has become involved in this case.

            On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board authorized Mr. Ford to proceed in obtaining a blanket injunction against Mr. Elmer Sperry to have him place his horses in a legally-zoned area. Discussion pointed out Mr. Sperry keeps moving his horses from one parcel to another once he is cited for that particular parcel.

            ROADS/COUNTY - STATE

            Mr. Ford stated we will have the backing of the State Association of County Commissioners in our stand against the Department of Transportation on March 19, 1979, when we oppose their proposed ruling revising the procedures for transferring functional responsibility for roads, and thus eliminate the requirement of maintenance maps filed with the Clerk.

            GRANTS/LEGAL AID

            Mr. Steve Sewell, a member of the Lake County Legal Aid Society and President of the Association, appeared before the Board to 1) thank them for all past support, 2) update them on the status of the Association, and 3) ask for additional help.

            Mr. Sewell stated Lake County Legal Aid has had to close its doors. The federal funds they received will be going to a Regional assistance program, the Greater Orlando Service Program, serving the counties of Lake, Osceola, and Orange. Mr. Sewell stated the Association is hesitant to dissolve the Legal Aid Association, which is a corporation. They have decided to adopt a "Wait and See" attitude towards the new group, allowing time to see if the new group will give due consideration to mundane cases. It is the Association's desire, should the new group not measure-up, they would reorganize and reopen their doors.

            Mr. Sewell stated Legal Aid presently had 35 cases open, with 100 cases interviewed and pending. He requested the Board continue collecting filing fees through March 31, 1979, even though the Society closed its doors February 28, 1979, to aid in the phase-out of the operation. He further requested the Society be permitted to loan some office equipment to the County, with the understanding the Society may request it back should they decide to reorganize and reopen their doors. Should they decide not to reopen, they would give the equipment to the County. Equipment consists of several books, one copy machine, a few pieces of furniture, and a filing cabinet.

            Discussion was held on what should be done regarding the continuance of filing fee collections. Mr. Ford stated there were three approaches:

1.         Change the establishing Ordinance and make the monies available to the new service group.

2.         Abolish the Ordinance.

3.         Amend the Ordinance and assign the funds to ad valorem or as a supplement to the Law Library.

            It was pointed out that the new group coming in will have more money than the old group had; therefore, approach #l was not favorable.

            Commr. Carson moved the filing fees which are now being collected be used for the benefit of Legal Aid until April 1, 1979, at which time the fees remain the same and the funds for the balance of this budget year be assigned to become a part of the Law Library funds.

            Discussion occurred, with no second being made to the above motion which died.

            On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board assured Legal Aid the revenues collected from the filing fees to April 1, 1979.

            On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board accepted Legal Aid's offer of business machinery and supplies, with the stipulation should they decide not to dissolve as a corporation, but reopen their doors, they would get all items back. Commr. Windram asked that the County Property Agent inventory all items received from Legal Aid.

            RECESS AND REASSEMBLY

            The Board recessed for a noon lunch at the Park Grill, with the public and press being invited on a Dutch treat basis. The Board reconvened at 2:00 P.M. for Rezoning requests.

            PLANNING AND ZONING

            PUBLIC HEARING #133-78-3 RR to A - E.L. Hutchingson

            No one present wished to discuss this request with the Board. Mr. Willett stated Mrs. Hutchingson has requested the case be withdrawn.

            On a motion by Commr. Middleton, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board accepted the withdrawal request.

            PUBLIC HEARING CUP #145-5 Revocation - P & Z Commission

            Mr. John Whitaker was present and stated he was in favor of continuation of the CUP in that it would create a hardship should he have to move the structure. He further stated the Planning Commission based their decision of approval of the revocation on the fact the mobile home was vacant. Mr. Whitaker stated this is not true.

            On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board overruled the Planning Commission’s recommendation and denied the revocation.

            PUBLIC HEARING #18-79-5 R-1-7 to C-2 - P & Z Commission

            No one present wished to discuss this request with the Board.

            On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board upheld the Planning Commission's recommendation and rezoned the parcel to C-2.

            PUBLIC HEARING CUP #166-5 Revocation - P & Z Commission

            No one present wished to discuss this revocation with the Board.

            On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried, the Board upheld the recommendation of the Planning Commission and approved the revocation of the CUP.

            Commr. Deems was out for the vote.

            PUBLIC HEARING #13-79-4 R-l-7 to A - Marcus Watters

            No one present wished to discuss this request with the Board.

            On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried, the Board upheld the recommendation of the Planning Commission and approved the rezoning to A.

            Commr. Deems was out for the vote.

            PUBLIC HEARING #17-79-4 R-l-7 & LM to all LM - Don Drigqers

            No one present wished to discuss this rezoning with the Board.

            On a motion by Commr. Middleton, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried, the Board upheld the recommendation of the Planning Commission and rezoned the entire parcel LM.

            Commr. Deems was out for the vote.

            PUBLIC HEARING #12-79-l C-l to C-2 - J.M. Booth

            At this time Commr. Windram stated he was declaring a conflict and turning the Chairmanship over to the Vice- Chairman, Commr. Deems, so he could leave the room during the discussion regarding this rezoning request.

            No one present had any comments for the Board regarding this rezoning.

            On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously by those present, the Planning Commission's recommendation was upheld and the rezoning approved to C-2.

            PUBLIC HEARING CUP #142-l Revocation - P & Z Commission

            No one present had any comments for the Board regarding this revocation.

            At this time Commr. Windram returned and assumed the Chairmanship.

            On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board accepted the withdrawal of this request.

            PUBLIC HEARING #11-79-l C-2 to RM or A - James Bowers

            No one present wished to discuss this request with the Board. Mr. Willett, Planning Director, stated he had received a request from the petitioner for withdrawal.

            On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board accepted the request for withdrawal.

            PUBLIC HEARING #10-79-l RR to RMRP - Allen Nicola

            No one present had any comments regarding this rezoning request. Mr. Willett stated Mr. Nicola has requested the request be withdrawn.

            On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board accepted the withdrawal.

            PUBLIC HEARING #14-79-l RMRP to R-1-15 - John Donovan

            No one present wished to discuss this rezoning with the Board.

            On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board upheld the Planning Commission's recommendation and rezoned the parcel R-1-15.

            PUBLIC HEARING CUP #645-2 CUP in R-l-5 - Fred Everett

            No one present had any comments regarding the issuance of this CUP.

            On a motion by Commr. Middleton, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board upheld the recommendation of the Planning Commission and granted the CUP.

            PUBLIC HEARING #15-79-2 R-1-7 to MP - Eugene Biedel

            No one present had any comments regarding this rezoning.

            On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the Board upheld the recommendations of the Planning Commission and Planning Department and approved the rezoning to MP.

            PUBLIC HEARING CUP #646-2 CUP in A - Greg Wilbanks

            No one present had any comments for the Board regarding the issuance of this CUP.

            On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the Board upheld the recommendation of the Planning Commission and granted the CUP.

            PUBLIC HEARING CUP #647-2 CUP in A - Richard Langley

            Mr. Dan Roebuck, Attorney representing the Swiss Ski School, was present to oppose the Planning Commission's recommendation for denial of the CUP for a ski school. Mr. Roebuck explained it is virtually impossible to find a small lake with the total shoreline owned by one person. Mr. Langley does own the property surrounding the southern end of Pretty Lake and in that respect the location of the ski school will be centered from one person's property.

            Commr. Deems presented six (6) letters of opposition to this ski school (Albright, Biddle, Rowse, Anderson, Jones, and Hastings).

            Mr. Ted Hastings, owner of 7 1/2 acres on Pretty Lake, stated he was opposed to the ski school in that it was unsafe on such a small lake. Mr. Hastings stated an area of 2200 feet was needed to get up enough speed for a slalom course which would measure l000 feet, pointing out that it would be impossible for the school to stay within the single-owner shoreline boundary.

Mr. Hastings further stated the width of the lake at one point was 400 feet, making it unsafe for anyone to be in a small boat with skiers passing in that narrow a passage. Mr. Hastings stated he would feel compelled to get off the lake in that type of situation, which defeats the purpose of those buying lakefront property.

            Mr. Hastings referred to the County Zoning Codes, Page 99, Section 80, Paragraph 80.111, stating he did not feel the use would be appropriate, nor was a ski school listed as a "permitted use" in "A" zoning.

            Mrs. Peggy Zimbler, owner of ten acres on Pretty Lake, was also present to oppose the opening of a ski school in the area.

            Mr. Roebuck again addressed the Board stressing the importance of a small lake for the operation of a ski school in that wind conditions create smaller waves on a smaller lake and therefore would not interfere with training. Mr. Roebuck further stated the operator of the school was here from Switzerland and expecting the arrival of his students shortly. He asked if the Board did not feel Pretty Lake was the appropriate location for the school, they at least grant the CUP for a four-to-six-month period to allow time to locate another site.

            On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the Board upheld the recommendation of the Planning Commission and denied the issuance of a CUP for the ski school.

            PUBLIC HEARING #9-79-3 R-1-7 to A - Hilery Newman

            No one present had any comments regarding this rezoning request.

            On a motion by Commr. Middleton, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the rezoning to A.

            PUBLIC HEARING #16-79-3 RR to R-1-15 - Grace Stosberg

            No one present wished to discuss this rezoning request with the Board.

            On a motion by Commr. Middleton, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board upheld the Planning Commission's recommendation and rezoned the 10.7 acres to R-l-15.

            PUBLIC HEARING CUP #167-3 Revocation - P & Z Commission

            No one present had any comments regarding the revocation of this CUP.

            On a motion by Commr. Middleton, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the revocation of CUP #167-3.

            PUBLIC HEARING CUP #157-3 Revocation - P & Z Commission

            No one present had any comments regarding the revocation of this CUP.

            On a motion by Commr. Middleton, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board approved the revocation of CUP #157-3.

            FUNDS-TRANSFER

            On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the following budget transfers were approved:

GENERAL REVENUE FUND


Transfer $900.00 from account #24-24.124 "Workmen's Compensation" and $950.00 from account #25-24.124 "Workmen's Compensation"

to account #06-13.124 "Workmen's Compensation" - ($1,150.00) and account #05-13.124 "Workmen's Compensation" - ($700.00).


Reason: Create line items for pro-rata share Workmen's Compensation premiums, Tax Collector and Property Appraiser.


AGRICULTURE


Transfer $1,638.00 from account #43-37.640 "Equipment"

to account #43-37.346 "Maintenance of Equipment".


Reason: Equipment repaired instead of replaced.


POLLUTION CONTROL


Transfer $100.00 from account #46-37.332 "Communication Costs"

to account #46-37.329 "Travel, Per Diem".


Reason: Additional budget required.

FINE & FORFEITURE FUND


Transfer $35,000.00 from account #03-16.372 "Fees & Costs" and $33,000.00 from account #03-16.373 "Circuit Court, Fees & Costs"

to account #21-21.124 "Workmen's Compensation".


 Reason: Create line item to record pro-rata share of premium expenditures, Sheriff.


SECTION 8 FUND


Transfer $l,000.00 from account #18-54.347 "Maintenance of Buildings & Grounds"

to account #18-54.367 "Advertising".


Reason: Line items mistitled.


Transfer $1,250.00 from account #18-54.112 "Administrative Salaries"

to account #18-54.121 "FICA Taxes" ($300.00), #18- 4.122 “Retirement” ($325.001, #18-54.124 "Workmen's Compensation" ($275.00), and #18-54.123 "Hospitalization Insurance" ($350.00).


Reason: New position.


            CETA

            Commr. Windram brought to the attention of the Board the fact that the Legal Aid Society had three CETA positions funded when they closed their doors. Mr. Harry Spooner, Manpower Planning Director, has suggested various transfers of the positions.

            Commr. Windram stated Mount Dora High School had a CETA Title I position which was expiring the end of March. The school was willing to place the employee on their own payroll effective June but needed to have the employee picked up by another CETA position in the interim.

            On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, approval was given for the transferring of the present participant in the Mount Dora High School Title I position to a Title II PSE position at the entry level wage, $2.90 per hour, $232.00 Bi-weekly, for the lapse period.

            On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board approved changing a Title I position at the Lake County Humane Society to a Title II PSE position. The present participant is to receive the entry level wage of $2.90 per hour, $232.00 Bi-weekly, $69.62 Fringes, for 14.5 pay periods. Agreement not to exceed $4,373.49.

            On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the Board approved the transfer of the third Legal Aid vacated position to the next request on the priority sheet, Clerical Aide at Lake Community Action Agency at the entry level wage of $2.90 per hour, $232.00 Bi-weekly, $69.62 Fringes, for 14.5 pay periods, agreement not to exceed $4,373.49.

            Discussion was held regarding Lake Community Action Agency's request for salary increases for carpenters and carpenter helpers (five positions).

            On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr Middleton. and carried unanimously, the Board denied the increase request.

            CONTRACTS & AGREEMENTS/CETA

            On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board authorized the Chairman to sign the following Modification Agreements:

# VI-09-79M with Lake Community Action Agency at ....$7,092.50

# 11-04-79 with City of Mt. Dora at.................$25,124.01

# 11-18-79 with City of Lady Lake at...............$13,189.32

# 11-06-79 with City of Fruitland Park at ........$ 6,548.31

# 11-05-79 with City of Tavares at....................$12,364.95

# 11-15-79 with City of Groveland at ...............$ 7,480.59

# 11-14-79 with City of Minneola at..................$17,209.14


            There being no further business to be discussed, adjournment was at 3:15 P.M.

Thomas J. Windram, Chairman

James C. Watkins, Clerk