A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
APRIL 3, 1979
The Lake County Board of County Commissioners convened in Regular Session on Tuesday, April 3, 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 Mr. Watkins and the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Commr. Carson.
MINUTES
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the March 20, 1979, Minutes as amended and corrected.
MUNICIPALITIES/MACHINERY & EQUIPMENT/EMERGENCY
SERVICES/LANDFILL
Commr. Windram informed the Board that on Friday, March 30, he had been notified the City of Leesburg was requesting the aid of the County in bringing a landfill fire under control. Commr. Windram stated he had informed Mr. Andrew, County Engineer, to provide the City with whatever trucks they needed to help dump dirt on the fire and bring it under control.
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board ratified the action Commr. Windram took regarding the Leesburg landfill fire.
EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES
Mr. Ford, County Attorney, stated he was still checking on the liability needs of the EMS tower in Leesburg.
AGRICULTURAL CENTER
It was brought to the attention of the Board there were a number of maintenance needs presently existing at the Agriculture Center. No action was taken at this time regarding the repairs.
ROADS/COUNTY, STATE
Commr. Deems stated he had received a letter from Brigitte Bohr expressing concern over the lack of safety precautions on the Howey Bridge. Mrs. Bohr expressed the desire to see the bridge have double stripping which would eliminate passing. Mrs. Bohr's letter also pointed out the hazardous SR 48 and SR 19 intersection.
Discussion pointed out Mrs. Bohr's letter had been referred to the County Engineer who in turn wrote a letter to the Department of Transportation. It was the feeling of the Board no action was necessary until a response was received from DOT.
FUNDS-TRANSFER/EMERGENCY SERVICES
Discussion was held regarding Federal reimbursement for travel by Mr. Robert Lewis, Director of Emergency Services. It was pointed out travel expenditure is paid for out of one account, yet when we receive the 50% Federal reimbursement, those monies go into another account.
In view of the above, Commr. Carson moved, seconded by Commr. Burhans, and carried unanimously, that $1,665.85 be transferred from Contingency to Emergency Services' travel account.
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, authorization was given for Mr. Lewis to attend the Florida Civil Defense Association Spring Conference at the Ramada Inn in Tallahassee from May 2-4, 1979, at the anticipated cost of $206.77.
CETA/COMMUNICATIONS
Commr. Windram stated he had received a letter from Health & Rehabilitative Services, Mrs. Knowles, requesting the County allocate three CETA positions for the purpose of opening a Food Stamp Office in the south end of Lake County. This letter was referred to Van Porter, Director of Personnel.
BIDS
At this time Mr. Knuckles, Purchasing Director, appeared before the Board with tabulations on Bid #012-79 Asphaltic Concrete, #009-79 Floating Dock; Non-Selective Weed Killer; and #011-79 Culvert Pipe (see attachment to this set of Minutes).
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the Board accepted the Orlando Paving Company as well as the Asphalt Pavers' bids on Asphaltic Concrete #012-79, bids shown in attachment.
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board accepted Steel "N" Foam's Bid #2 regarding the Floating Dock (Bid #009-79) at $16,890.83, in that it was the lowest bid received which fully met County specifications.
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the Board accepted Helena Chemical's bid on Non-Selective Weed Killer (Liquid), as outlined in the bid attachment.
On a motion by Commr. Middleton, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board accepted the Mid-State Drainage low bid as outlined in the bid attachment on Culvert Pipe (Bid #011-79).
AUTOS & TRUCKS/INVENTORY-SURPLUS
Mr. Knuckles informed the Board Mosquito Control had an old truck which, if declared surplus, could be cannibalized for parts.
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board declared Property Number 2112 surplus and authorized its dismantlement. It was pointed out Road and Bridge has need of the engine.
MUNICIPALITIES/SIGNS/ROADS-COUNTY, STATE
Mr. Knuckles informed the Board he had written to the City of Leesburg and requested an estimate from them for assuming maintenance on our traffic lights on County roads.
COURTHOUSE/ACCOUNTS ALLOWED
Mr. Knuckles informed the Board that Mr. Dixon has cut one compressor to the Old Courthouse system as authorized by them March 20, 1979. He further explained that the Old Courthouse was now operating on one compressor which had oil in the line, which made it advisable for the County to immediately purchase another compressor, and hook it up to free the one with the oil in so it could be repaired before any damage occurred.
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board authorized an expenditure not to exceed $7,500.00 for the purchase of a compressor to be hooked up to the Old Courthouse system.
MAINTENANCE/COURTHOUSE/PURCHASING DEPARTMENT
Mr. Knuckles stated he had been reviewing County Maintenance as a whole. He suggested further evaluation to determine exactly what the Board wants Maintenance to take care of: scope of repairs; what buildings, Tavares or total County; regular inspections vs request only.
Mr. Knuckles stated he felt all County buildings should be under the care of the County Maintenance Department with larger maintenance jobs being contracted to private business. He pointed out standard operating procedures needed to be written for the Department which could help Maintenance start charging each Department for services rendered. It was pointed out that for Maintenance time spent at the Nursing Home we were eligible for partial Federal reimbursement.
COUNTY BUILDINGS/WELFARE DEPARTMENT/NURSING HOME
Commr. Carson stated that the office space presently occupied by the Nursing Home in the Welfare Office was needed back by the Welfare Department.
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board reassigned the Welfare office space, presently occupied by the Nursing Home staff, back to the Welfare Department. The motion further authorized the installation of a telephone to the office.
BIDS/ROADS - COUNTY, STATE
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the Board awarded Project #251, Colmar (#4-4388A) and Walton Heath (#4-4387) to the low bidder, Superior Asphalt.
Bids received were as follows:
Square G Construction.......$39,373.50
Superior Asphalt.................$33,750.00
Leecon, Inc..........................$39,886.70
PLATS
On a motion by Commr. Middleton, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board approved the Castle Hill Subdivision plat.
INSURANCE/COUNTY EMPLOYEES
At this time Commr. Carson briefed the Board on the recent Insurance Committee meeting.
Effective April 1, 1979, the County's Group Policy will be amended to treat maternity-related conditions for all insured persons the same as any other medical condition at no premium adjustment.
Effective April 1, 1979, all employee life insurance and AD&D amounts will be increased by 100% at no premium adjustment.
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board approved a six-month extension from April 1, 1979 to October 1, 1979, on the County's Gulf Life Group Policy 5170, at no increase in cost to the County or employees.
MUNICIPALITIES
Mr. John Carlin appeared before the Board on behalf of the Montverde Town Council to request the County pick up stray dogs within their city limits. It was explained to Mr. Carlin the County Attorney had researched the County's liability and jurisdiction involved in entering a municipality and picking up their dogs. Mr. Ford expressed the opinion the County could not go within corporate city limits unless an interlocal agreement was obtained from the city stating they would be willing to pick up their animals themselves and pen them at one location for County pick up.
Mr. Carlin stated this type of agreement would be favorable; he expressed disappointment this had never been explained to him in the past. Mr. Watkins apologized to Montverde and informed Mr. Carlin he would research the files and supply Montverde with the above Animal Agreement, as well as any other Interlocal Agreements which would be applicable.
ANIMAL SHELTER
Discussion was held on security at the County Animal Shelter located in Astatula. Commr. Carson reported several dogs have been stolen recently. It was felt the installation of lights might not be a bad idea.
ELECTIONS/PLANNING DEPARTMENT
Mr. Ford informed the Board he had been notified of the reason for the drop in Lake County's population figures. The University of Florida's population had been omitted. Mr. Ford stated the slight drop would not change the Federal dollars we receive.
NURSING HOME/PERSONNEL DEPARTMENT/COUNTY EMPLOYEES
Mr. Porter, Personnel Director, presented Mr. Richard Edmondson, applicant for the Nursing Home Administrator position, to the Board. At this time the Board reviewed Mr. Edmondson's resume. At the conclusion of the interview and upon Mr. Edmondson's departure, Mr. Porter was requested to finish processing the application as far as reference checks were concerned.
FUNDS-TRANSFER/PERSONNEL DEPARTMENT
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board authorized the transfer of $300.00 from the Personnel Equipment Account #14-13.640 to the Advertising Account #14-13.367; as well as authorization for a budget increase reflected by the transfer of $875.00 from Contingency to the Travel Account #14.13.329 to cover the participation of twenty-five (25) County employees in the "Leadership & Decision Making" Workshops, February 21 and April 4, 1979.
CETA/PERSONNEL DEPARTMENT
Mr. Porter stated he wanted to make the Board aware that a federally-imposed hiring freeze was to take effect April 1, 1979, regarding Title II and VI PSE Projects. Mr. Porter further stated he felt this freeze was unfortunate because State Officials would then immediately turn around and criticize us for not utilizing all monies available, which their imposed freeze prevents us from doing.
CETA/CONTRACTS & AGREEMENTS
Mr. Porter presented a contract between the Board and the Epilepsy Association of Central Florida covering the administration of a Title I program. Mr. Porter stated in order to start the program as planned on April 9, 1979, he would request the County advance approximately $5,049.00; the federal funds would be turned over to the County as reimbursement once received. It was the feeling of the Board they did not wish to advance any monies on the chance the state approval of the project may fall through and the County would be liable for the entire program.
CETA
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the Board denied the request for fund advancement and requested Mr. Porter wait for State approval prior to the commencement of the Epilepsy Program.
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, signature authorization was given on the above contract between the Board and the Epilepsy Association of Central Florida, showing a total budget of $23,892.00 for the program.
CETA
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the renewal and expansion of the expired Easter Seal "Project Upgrade," subject to State approval, employing eight people at a cost in the range of $37,000.00.
PLANNING DEPARTMENT/GRANTS/COUNTY EMPLOYEES
Discussion was held regarding the soon-vacant Grants Coordinator position in the Planning Department. Mr. Porter stated he would like to place Jerry Sexton, presently an Associate Planner with the County, into the Grants Coordinator position at the budgeted salary. It was Mr. Porter's feeling Mr. Sexton need not be placed on probation in that he has proven himself through past experience to be qualified for the position. Further discussion by the Board indicated they did not feel this would be a modification of probationary policy in that Mr. Sexton is qualified for the job.
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the Board approved for Mr. Sexton to assume the Grants Coordinator position at the budgeted salary.
COUNTY EMPLOYEES/LANDFILL/PUBLIC WORKS
Mr. Porter stated the landfill gatekeeper at the Astatula landfill had been overlooked during the October salary increase recommendations, and, subsequently, was making 10 cents less then he should be.
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board approved a retroactive increase in the salary of Floyd Madison, effective October 1, 1978, from $2.90 per hour to $3.00 per hour.
COUNTY EMPLOYEES/MOSQUITO CONTROL
Mr. Porter stated he had a request from Mr. Phil Yoder, Director of Mosquito Control, for an end-of-probationary period increase for an employee. Discussion pointed out this employee was hired prior to October yet received a salary increase in October along with other employees, even though he was still on probation. It was the feeling of the Board an error had occurred in that the employee received his end-of-probationary period raise early, in October 1978, rather than at the end of probation.
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the Board denied the request in that the mid-year increase could not be justified and would be a violation of County policy.
BONDS - MOBILE HOME
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board approved the requests of Richard Barringer, Hilltop Subdivision, Sorrento, District #4; Aldo J. Mencarini, Forest Lakes & Hills Subdivision, District #4; and John H. Nystrom, Lake Norris Area, District #4, to live in mobile homes on the same pieces of property they desire to construct conventional dwellings. It is understood the above three (3) Agreements are based upon the applicants securing the proper bonds and it is further understood the mobile homes will be removed immediately upon the completion of the applicable conventional dwelling or upon the request of the Board of County Commissioners.
BONDS MOBILE HOME, CANCELLATIONS
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board approved the cancellation of the following mobile home bonds in that the applicants have completed their conventional dwellings and removed the mobile homes:
Richard Andrews - Agreement dated December 12, 1978
Robert Fedor - Agreement dated June 20, 1978
George Spencer - Agreement dated September 13, 1978
William Young - Agreement dated September 13, 1977
George Hovis - Agreement dated March 7, 1978
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board approved the cancellation of the Bill Childress bond, Agreement dated December 12, 1978, in that Mr. Childress has decided not to build a conventional dwelling and the mobile home covered by said bond was never placed on the property.
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the Board approved the cancellation of Ivy Turner's mobile home bond, Agreement dated August 1, 1978, in that a conventional dwelling unit has been completed and the plumbing fixtures removed from the pre-existing residence which shall now be used as a storage building.
GRANTS/CONTRACTS & AGREEMENTS
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the Board authorized signature and approved the following Community Development Block Grant rehabilitation contracts:
1. Thomas H. & Doris M. Leach - Dona Vista - General Rehabilitation $3,120.00
(participatory contract).
2 .Ellen T. Michelson - Dona Vista - General Rehabilitation $4,280.00.
3. Gerald & Martha Merrick - Dona Vista - General Rehabilitation $5,596.00.
EMERGENCY SERVICES/MEETINGS
Commr. Carson reported on an Energy Meeting he had attended in Wildwood. Basically, the consensus of those attending the meeting was that there presently exists no detailed plan in case of an energy crisis. It was felt that we are ahead of the last five crises in that we are at least now aware we must make necessary plans.
AGRICULTURE CENTER/COUNTY EMPLOYEES
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the Board accepted the letter of resignation from Mrs. Sally E. Miller, Home Economics Secretary II, Agriculture Center, and authorized a letter of appreciation be sent her.
ANIMAL WELFARE/CONTRACTS & AGREEMENTS
There was a brief discussion regarding boarding bills and Mr. Tanner, presently contracted with for the picking-up of large animals for the County.
The Clerk was instructed to write a letter to Mr. Tanner instructing him the Board must be notified in writing of all large animals picked up for which the Board will be held liable for boarding costs.
JAILS/COUNTY BUILDINGS/CONTRACTS & AGREEMENTS/
ACCOUNTS ALLOWED
Commr. Windram reviewed the proposal presented, via letter form, from John S. Dickerson, Architect, regarding the structural condition of the Lake County Jail. Discussion occurred and the possibility of making windows more secure was discussed.
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board decided to go with Mr. Dickerson's proposal presented in his March 20, 1979, letter, as follows:
A. Initial inspection and recommendations for weather proofing and preparing contract documents for weatherproofing building......approx. $500.00
B. Printing Expense...... $ 30.00
C. Field inspections at $35.00 per hour - six (6) at two (2) hours each....approx. $420.00
WATER AUTHORITY/SIGNS/OUTDOOR RECREATIONAL FACILITIES
Commr. Windram stated we had received a letter from Attorney Michael Duncan expressing confusion regarding the Waterway Speed Control Resolution the Board is requesting from them. Mr. Watkins stated he would be happy to get together with Mr. Duncan and explain what the Board needs from the Water Authority.
ELECTIONS/COMMUNICATIONS/LAWS
Commr. Windram stated he had received copies of House Bill 671 and Senate Bill 333 from Mrs. Emogene Stegall, Supervisor of Elections, requesting the Board give careful consideration to these Bills which would require every Supervisor of Elections in Florida to hire additional employees to create its own Financial Section, rather than use the County Finance Department. These Bills were referred to the County Attorney.
MUNICIPALITIES/INVENTORY-SURPLUS/PURCHASING DEPARTMENT
Commr. Windram informed the Board Mr. Knuckles, Purchasing Director, had been contacted by the City of Leesburg regarding the County's participation in their public auction of May 19, 1979. It was pointed out the only expense involved would be a share of the advertising expense to promote the auction which would be performed by the City Clerk.
It was the feeling of the Board we should join with the City of Leesburg on this sale with a small group of surplus items, but not the volume generated during our annual sale.
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the Board authorized the selection of a few items (discussion mentioned two or three) to put into Leesburg's auction rather than the County's going to a bid basis as in the past.
RESOLUTIONS/ROADS - COUNTY, STATE
Commr. Deems stated we had received a letter from the Department of Transportation expressing justification for a flashing beacon at the SR 25/Hawthorne Blvd. intersection south of Leesburg.
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board authorized signature on the Resolution as requested by DOT.
RECESS & REASSEMBLY
At 12:00 noon the Board recessed for lunch at the Silver Lake Country Club with the public and press being invited on a Dutch treat basis. The Board reconvened at 2:00 P.M. for Code Violation Hearings.
CODE VIOLATIONS
PUBLIC HEARING ZV-79-16 - Jones Music Company
No one present wished to discuss this hearing with the Board.
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board postponed this hearing to May 1, 1979, in consideration of the fact Mr. Jones has withdrawn all applications regarding variances and has decided to erect the necessary screening.
PUBLIC HEARING ZV-79-35 - Mr. Robert Lewis
Mr. Jim Reich, attorney for Mr. Lewis, was present to discuss this hearing with the Board. Mr. Reich stated he had met with Mr. Ford and at this time no agreement had been reached. This case had been postponed from March 6, 1979.
On a motion by Commr. Middleton, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried, the Board declared Mr. Lewis to be in violation of Ordinance 71-6 and granted him thirty (30) days in which to comply by moving the utility shed at least 62 feet from the centerline of the road.
Commr. Deems was out for the vote.
PUBLIC HEARING ZV-79-42 - Mr. Samuel Lipsey
No one present wished to discuss this hearing with the Board.
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried, the Board declared Mr. Lipsey to be in violation of Ordinance 1971-6 and granted him thirty (30) days in which to comply by removing the mobile home from the property.
Commr. Deems was out for the vote.
PUBLIC HEARING ZV-79-44 - Mr. Willie Gainey
No one present wished to discuss this hearing with the Board.
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board declared Mr. Gainey in violation of Ordinance 1970-1 and granted him thirty (30) days in which to comply.
PUBLIC HEARING ZV-79-45 - Mr. T.R. Champion
Mr. Jerry Lockett, attorney representing Mr. Champion, was present and suggested the Board declare Mr. Champion in violation and grant him 75 days to comply, at which time jurisdictional responsibility by the County will have expired. (This alleged violation exists on a parcel annexed into the City of Mount Dora on June 13, 1977. The County maintains zoning enforcement responsibility for a two-year period after annexation.) In this way, Mr. Lockett stated, the "problem will no longer be the County's, but the City's."
Discussion highlighted the fact that even though the problem will eventually no longer be under the jurisdiction of the County Commissioners, they felt they should treat the violation as any other and not grant additional time for compliance.
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the Board declared Mr. T.R. Champion in violation of Ordinance 1971-6 and granted him sixty (60) days in which to comply by removing the mobile home from the property.
PUBLIC HEARING ZV-79-47 - Mr. Reuben Edwards
No one present had any comments regarding this hearing.
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board declared Mr. Edwards in violation of Ordinance 1970-1 and granted him thirty (30) days in which to comply.
PUBLIC HEARING ZV-79-49 - Mr. Alfred Plante
No one present wished to discuss this hearing with the Board.
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the Board declared Mr. Plante to be in violation of Ordinance 1970-1 and granted him thirty (30) days in which to comply.
PUBLIC HEARING ZV-79-50 - Mrs. Lillian Batts
Mr. James Moore, husband of Lillian Batts, was present and stated he is in the process of clearing the violation.
On a motion by Commr. Middleton, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board declared Mrs. Batts in violation of Ordinance 1970-1 and granted her thirty (30) days in which to comply.
PUBLIC HEARING ZV-79-53 - Mr. Arnold Walker
No one present wished to discuss this violation with the Board.
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the Board declared Mr. Walker (violator), as well as the property owner, Mr. Francis Earl Grey, to be in violation of Lake County Zoning Ordinances and Florida State Statutes and granted them thirty (30) days in which to make the necessary changes to come into compliance.
PUBLIC HEARING ZV-79-54 - Mr. Glen Townsend
No one present wished to discuss this hearing with the Board.
On a motion by Commr. Middleton, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board declared Mr. Townsend in violation of Ordinance 1970-1 and granted him thirty (30) days in which to comply.
Discussion pointed out that by the Board's declaring the gentleman in violation it was established the use of black plastic to cover a vehicle from public view does not meet County specifications as outlined in Ordinance 1970-1.
PUBLIC HEARING ZV-79-56 - Mrs. Henrietta Bryant
Mrs. Bryant was present to answer any questions the Board might have. Mrs. Bryant explained to the Board due to ill health she has been unable to comply with Ordinance 1971-6 by adding an addition to her undersized mobile home.
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board declared Mrs. Bryant to be in violation of Ordinance 1971-6 and granted her ninety (90) days in which to comply.
PUBLIC HEARING ZV-79-59 - Mr. George L. Dunstan
Mr. George Dunstan of the J.W. Bull & Company, was present and expressed concern over his violation in that he would never knowingly do anything wrong. Mr. Dunstan stated that at no time were there eight (8) hogs on his property, but rather six (6) gilts, not sows. He further stated he had lost a considerable amount of money in clearing the violation in the requested time frame (15 days after notice) which he felt was too short.
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board, in view of the fact Mr. Dunstan stated the animals had been removed from the property, declared Mr. Dunstan not in violation of Ordinance 1971-6.
PUBLIC HEARING ZV-79-60 - Mr. James Lightfoot
No one present wished to discuss this hearing with the Board.
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board declared Mr. Lightfoot to be in violation of Ordinances 1971-6 and 1970-l and granted him thirty (30) days to clear the violations.
PUBLIC HEARING ZV-79-61 - Jon W. Bull and Company
Mr. George Dunstan, representing Jon W. Bull and Company, was present and discussed this case with the Board. Mr. Dunstan stated rather than selling a parcel of land with a house, he had sold a homestead, which he felt was very different.
Discussion continued.
Mr. Harlow Middleton, attorney representing Mr. and Mrs. George Huntley, who had purchased the land in question from Mr. Dunstan, was present to ask the Board's assistance in securing additional land for his client, so that in the event of the destruction of their home their parcel of land would be large enough to obtain building permits to rebuild. Presently the home sits on three acres of agriculturally-zoned land; in the event Mrs. and Mrs. Huntley needed to rebuild, they would need to own five acres of land.
Discussion pointed out while the Huntley's did obtain Title Insurance, a title check does not speak to zoning violations. Mr. Dunstan felt he should have been informed by the surveyors that a problem existed. It was the feeling of the Board the surveyor had been told to survey a specific piece of property, which he did, and therefore fulfilled his obligation. Mr. Dunstan should have been aware of the Subdivision Rules and Regulations regarding the division of property for sale.
On a motion by Commr. Middleton, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board declared Jon W. Bull and Company to be in violation of the Lake County Subdivision Regulations and granted them thirty (30) days in which to comply.
PLATS
Commr. Windram stated he had received a letter from Attorney R. Dewey Burnsed re: Citrus Flower Acres, stating a title search appears to be in order.
ROADS - COUNTY, STATE
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board authorized an expenditure of $3,000.00 to All American for paving on Second Street in the Dona Vista area. This is an addition to existing HUD Contract.
COMMUNICATIONS
Commr. Windram stated we had received acknowledgment from the Department of Transportation regarding receipt of the Leesburg Lake County Transit System Application.
COMMUNICATIONS
Commr. Windram stated he had received communication from the Democratic Executive Committee of Lake County requesting use of a meeting room in the Courthouse for their monthly meetings. Discussion occurred.
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board upheld their present policy of not permitting any politically-affiliated group access to County buildings for their regular meetings.
COMMUNICATIONS
Commr. Windram stated he had received a letter from Seminole County expressing the desire for continued cooperation and coordination between Lake and Seminole Counties in all future planning efforts regarding the Comprehensive Plan.
CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT/MACHINERY & EQUIPMENT/
ACCOUNTS ALLOWED
Mr. Watkins briefed the Board on the status of the computer system presently being installed. To get the system into operation, the County needs to purchase tape-drive capabilities. The Purchasing Department has located three TME-11 EA, 1977-1978 uncrated models in St. Louis, Missouri, which Mr. Watkins suggested Board approval on the purchase of one.
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the Board approved the expenditure of $12,560.00 to secure tape-drive capabilities for the Clerk's computer system, and thus complete the necessary hardware.
FUNDS-TRANSFER
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the following transfers:
GENERAL REVENUE FUND
Zoning
Transfer $100.00 from account number 49-24.378, Office Supplies
to account number 49-24.991, Refunds.
Reason: create new line item to refund Zoning Application fees when necessary.
Building
Transfer $50.00 from account number 24-24.378, Office Supplies,
to account number 24-24.367, Advertising.
Reason: create Legal Advertising line item.
Elections
Transfer $13,916.25 from Contingency
to account number 13-19.640, Equipment.
Reason: authorized by the Board of County Commissioners March 6, 1979.
INVENTORY - SURPLUS
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the Board authorized the following items to be deleted from the County Fixed Assets' List:
Property #588 - Executive Chair - broken
Property #692 - Executive Chair - broken
Property #812 - Table Lamp - broken
Property #2052- Chair - leg missing
Property #2054- Chair - back broken
Property #2202- Floor Jack - too costly to repair
Property #3896- Floor Jack - too costly to repair
Property #3897- Floor Jack - too costly to repair
Property #3398 - Chair - leg missing
Property #3405 - Chair - arm broken
Property #5255 - Chair - back broken
Property #5711 - calculator - too costly to repair
COUNTY PROPERTY/SCHOOLS/CONTRACTS & AGREEMENTS
Mr. Watkins stated the Board office had received correspondence from the School Board requesting their lease on our Alfred Street property be extended to a 10-year lease rather than renewable on the present year-to-year basis. The School Board also suggested the Commissioners consider the possibility of exchanging parcels of land. Discussion pointed out the parcel the School Board was interested in trading is the South Side Elementary School in Umatilla.
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board decided to continue with a year-to-year renewal option on the existing lease with the School Board for the Alfred Street site upon which they park school buses.
PETITIONS/LIBRARIES
There was a brief discussion regarding a Petition directed to the Lake County Law Library requesting retention of the California and New York Reports.
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried, the Clerk was requested to forward the Petition to the Law Library Board. Commr. Deems was out for the vote.
BONDS - CONTRACTOR
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried, the Board approved the following Contractor Bonds:
341-79 Maynard F. Burgess (Building)
1155-79 Ralph Austin dba Lake County Exterior Cleaning & Painting
1648-79 Dennis Earl Alphin (Plumbing)
1693-79 James Cichielo (Residential Contractor)
1761-79 William David Kimmins dba Classic Plumbing
1762-79 Joseph R. Peltz dba De Anza Mid-Florida Lakes
Commr. Deems was out for the vote.
On a motion by Commr. Middleton, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried, the Board approved the cancellation of Bond #341-76, Maynard F. Burgess.
Commr. Deems was out for the vote.
LICENSES & PERMITS
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the Board approved the following gun permits and bonds:
Jacob H. Bumgarner James F. Rumford, Jr.
James V. Harrison L. Kelly Wallace
Joseph E. Holland Terry F. Walls
John L. Leininger William R. Warbritton
Charles R. Nunley Carolyn G. Wells
Louis C. Range
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the Board approved the following renewal permits and bonds:
Manuel Adams James McCutcheon
Geoffrey W. Beyer Tex A. Merritt
James E. Bouldin Frank Michnowicz
George W. Daugherty Walter S. Nichols, Sr.
Clayton R. Haff Antonio J. Radosti
Maurice E. Hindman Richard J. Summerlin
Frederick A. Ladd, Jr.
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board approved additions to the gun permits of the following people:
Ricky Lyons and Richard E. Steen
REPORTS
On a motion by Commr. Middleton, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board acknowledged receipt of the March 16 and 23, 1979, Traffic-Criminal Department Distribution of Revenue Reports.
ACCOUNTS ALLOWED
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the Board approved payment of the following vouchers:
CETA TITLE I......................206-223
CETA TITLE II.....................162-174
CETA TITLE III .................... 45-52
CETA TITLE VI, PROJECTS...........178-188
CETA ADMINISTRATION ............... 75-90
GENERAL REVENUE..................1953-2121
FINE & FORFEITURE.................206-229
COUNTY TRANSPORTATION TRUST.......529-589
DWI ............................... 33-41
SECTION 8.........................174-213
NORTHEAST AMBULANCE ............... 6
NORTHWEST AMBULANCE ............... 5
TITLE II .......................... 19-21
YOUTH VOLUNTEER ................... 5-6
COR COUNTY BUILDINGS .............. 2
NORTHCREST SPECIAL ASSESSMENT ..... 1
NORTHEAST HOSPITAL ................ 8-9
201 FACILITIES .................... 2A
FISH CONSERVATION ................. 17
INDIGENTS
The preceeding motion also authorized approval of the following changes to the Indigent List:
ADD Tex Miller for Louise Johnson - $50.00 - District #l
ADD William Green for James Yeager - $72.00 - District #l
ADD W.R. Jones for Margaret Dudley - $60.00 - District #2
ADD Ms. Fannie Smith for Towanda Jones - $36.00- District #2
CANCEL James McCutcheon for Betty Major - $60.00 - District #l
CANCEL James McCutcheon for Eugene Hooks - $40.00 - District #l
CANCEL Raymond Graves for Frances Parrish - $30.00 - District #l
CONTRACTS & AGREEMENTS/MACHINERY & EQUIPMENT/ACCOUNTS
ALLOWED
On a motion by Commr. Middleton, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board authorized the Chairman to sign the Computer Contract Amendment with Florida Computer Industries regarding the vendor's default from original contract.
MINUTES/ROADS - COUNTY, STATE
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the Board approved an amendment in the form of a correction to the Minutes of February 20, 1979, Minute Book 28, Page 556, reflecting a road # at 1-5341.
ANIMAL SHELTER - ANIMAL WELFARE/CONTRACTS & AGREEMENTS
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried, the Board authorized an expenditure, not to exceed $60.00, to cover entering into a contract with the City of Astatula for fire protection at the Lake County Animal Shelter.
Commr. Carson was out for the vote.
FUNDS-TRANSFER/LANDFILLS
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried, the Board authorized the transfer of $85.00 to be used for petty cash at the Astatula Landfill.
Commr. Carson was out for the vote.
AUDITS/REPORTS
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the Board acknowledged receipt of the St. Johns River Water Management District Annual Audit Report covering a twelve-month period ending September 30, 1978.
NURSING HOME/COUNTY EMPLOYEES
At this time Mr. Porter, Personnel Director, informed the Board he was unable to thoroughly check Mr. Edmondson's references, as requested by the Board earlier in the day, Page 628. Mr. Porter was instructed to continue follow-up and additional recruitment.
EMERGENCY SERVICES
Mr. Ford, County Attorney, reported his findings on the progress of the 911 System. He stated no deadline had been established for participation in this system and that twenty-nine (29) counties were already committed.
ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/TRAVEL/ATTORNEY
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, authorization was given for attorney representation at a Planning & Zoning conference in Tampa on May 16, 17, and 18, 1979.
ROADS - COUNTY, STATE
Mr. Ford reported he had investigated the Burton road, located in District #5 in the Subdivision of Higley, problem previously discussed at Board meetings. At this time it appears the road is not dedicated to the public and the courts must determine whether or not it is prescriptive. He stated he would have a written legal opinion at a later date.
ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/MACHINERY & EQUIPMENT/PLANNING DEPARTMENT
Discussion was held regarding the Planning Department's need for a Mag Card II typewriter.
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board authorized Mr. Ford, along with Commrs. Deems and/or Windram, to investigate the used machines we had been made aware of and purchase, not exceeding $3,000.00 provided we could get immediate delivery and it could be placed under a maintenance agreement by IBM.
PROPERTY APPRAISER
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the Certificates of Error and Correction on the 1978 Tax Roll numbered 5-33301 through 5-33350, as submitted by the Property Appraiser.
EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES/ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/GRANTS
It was brought to the attention of the Board that General Services had approved Lake County's Emergency Services Grant and we were now being requested permission to spend the monies.
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the expenditure of the EMS Grant for the Communications System as outlined in the March 29, 1979, General Services letter at a total cost of $63,971.00 (Federal - $43,292.50; Local - $20,678.50). It was requested all figures be verified by the County Finance Department.
There being no further business to be brought to the attention of the Board, adjournment was at 4:40 P.M.
Thomas J. Windram, Chairman
James C. Watkins, Clerk