A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
APRIL 17, 1979
The Lake County Board of County Commissioners convened in Regular Session on Tuesday, April 17, 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; Sanford Minkoff, Representative from the County Attorney's Office; and Jennifer Kennedy, Deputy Clerk.
The Invocation was given by Mr. Watkins and the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Commr. Middleton.
MINUTES
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the Board approved the April 3, 1979, Minutes as amended and corrected.
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the April 10, 1979, Minutes as amended and corrected.
AUDITS
At this time Mr. Watkins reviewed the Tentative Audit Findings regarding the Audit of the Board of County Commissioners of Lake County, Florida, for the period October 1, 1976, to September 30, 1977. He informed the Board members of his response to the Auditor General regarding each criticism. Mr. Watkins was unable to complete his presentation at this time due to the scheduled 10:00 A.M. presentation by Mr. Lee Brannon, Farmers Home Administration.
MISCELLANEOUS
At this time Mr. Brannon, County Supervisor for Farmers Home Administration, a credit agency for the United States Department of Agriculture, addressed the Board and asked their assistance in letting the public know Farmers Home Administration loans are available to the residents of Lake County.
Mr. Brannon reviewed the types of loans and grants recently made available in Lake County in an amount totaling $7,116,320.00 for the period October 1, 1977, through September 30, 1978.
AUDITS
At this time Mr. Watkins, Clerk, continued his response review to audit criticisms.
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board authorized the Clerk to respond as reviewed and attached as part of these Minutes.
ANIMAL WELFARE/ANIMAL SHELTER
Discussion was held regarding recent problems experienced with the County's liability regarding large stray animals. It was the feeling of the Board the present procedures are unacceptable and must be immediately corrected. Commr. Middleton stated Mr. Harry Spooner, Director of Manpower Planning, had given him the name of Dale Story as a rancher and farmer who would be interested in picking up and transporting large animals to the County Animal Shelter.
Discussion pointed out the Board desires to secure the services of a person who is willing to maintain county-wide responsibility for large stray animals. Further, it will be understood the majority of the animals will be immediately transported to the County Shelter in Astatula; in some cases, and only upon direct orders from a designated person (undecided upon at this time), will the Board authorize the boarding of the animal on property other than the County Shelter and assume liability for such boarding charges to be agreed upon. It was suggested additional pasture at the County Animal Shelter be fenced in anticipation of the boarding of the stray animals.
Commr. Carson stated as Liaison Commission to the Animal Shelter he would be happy to contact Mr. Story and talk with him regarding county-wide pick-up and delivery to the Animal Shelter, as well as possible on-site boarding on request.
Discussion continued pointing out that stray animals are authorized for pick up for two reasons: 1) as evidence by the Sheriff's Department (said authorization coming from the Sheriff with pick-up and boarding fees being paid for by the Sheriff's Department) and 2) because the animal is loose and a nuisance to the public (authorization for pick-up coming under the jurisdiction of the County Commissioners' Ordinance, with pick-up charges being paid for by the Board of County Commissioners).
It was felt further research needed to be done to establish a definite chain of command for Commission-authorization for pickup, rather than having the Animal Control Director on a 24-hour-call basis, as well as to establish the insurance needs of the person hired and his jurisdiction on private property versus public property.
The possibility of the County contracting with one person and the Sheriff entering into a separate contract with either the same person or a different individual was discussed.
Commr. Carson suggested the needed legal research be done prior to he and Commr. Windram discussing jurisdiction with the Lake County Sheriff.
MAINTENANCE
Commr. Middleton presented a Maintenance Plan written by Mr. Gary Knuckles, Purchasing Director, for review at a later date by the Commissioners. Commr. Middleton stated Mr. Knuckles expressed concern regarding the magnitude of responsibility involved and suggested a separate department be established, increasing the present personnel to include someone trained in air conditioning since our warranty periods are now expiring.
COMMUNICATIONS
Commr. Windram stated he had received a Health & Rehabilitative Services copy of the Supplement to Recommended Salaries and Benefits for Career Service Employees for the Biennium July 1, 1979 to June 30, 1981.
BUDGETS
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the Board approved a Block Grant Budget amendment which was necessary due to Block Grant audit requirements and unanticipated program income to reflect a total budget of $412,720.69. This amendment is in accordance with Florida Statutes 129.06(2)(a) and (d).
On a motion by Commr. Middleton, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board, in accordance with Florida Statute 129.06 (2) (d), approved a budget amendment to the Road & Bridge Special Assessment Fund to reflect a total budget of $95,970.34.
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the Board approved, in accordance with Florida Statute 129.06 (2)(d), a budget amendment for the Youth Volunteer Counselor Fund to reflect a total budget of $13,693.77. The amendment is necessary due to an unanticipated cash balance from the old grant.
On a motion by Commr. Middleton, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board approved, in accordance with Florida Statute 129.06 (2)(d), a budget amendment, necessary because of receipt of an additional unanticipated grant, to the Boating Improvement Fund reflecting a total budget of $50,273.00.
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the Board approved, in accordance with Florida Statute 129.06 (2) (d), a budget amendment for CETA Title II, due to unanticipated additional revenues, reflecting a total budget of $1,420.831.44.
INVENTORY - SURPLUS
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the following items being deleted from our Fixed Assets list for the month of April, 1979:
Property # 474 - Burroughs Adding Machine
Property # 974 - Wood Arm Chair
Property #1353 - 3 Cane Rockers
Property #1665 - Thayer Coggin Chair
Property #1666 - Thayer Coggin Chair
Property #2943 - Crown Washer & Extractor
Property #3018 - Tape Recorder
Property #3372 - Burroughs Adding Machine
Property #3997 - Marble Chair
Property #4244 - National Cash Register
Property #4459 - Marble Arm Chair
Property #4517 - Cosco Guest Chair
Property #4918 - Marble Arm Chair
Property #5435 - Hebsch Gas Dryer
Property #5549 - Calculator
Property #5790 - 3M Copier & Stand
Property #6113 - Electronic Calculator
FUNDS - TRANSFER
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the Board approved the following transfers:
GENERAL REVENUE FUND
COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Transfer $1,200.00 from account number 01-13.316 Accounting & Auditing Services
to account number 01-13.346, Maintenance of Equipment.
Reason: Over expended.
CLERK OF CIRCUIT COURT, MANAGEMENT & RECORDING
Transfer $7,500.00 from Contingency
to account number 2-16.378, Office Supplies.
Reason: Over expended due to postage allocations not charged to this department in prior year and underestimated.
ADMINISTRATIVE BUILDINGS
Transfer $2,500.00 from account number 16-19.347, Maintenance of Buildings & Grounds
to account number 16-19.346, Maintenance of Equipment.
Reason: Unexpected major equipment repair.
ELECTIONS
Transfer $150.00 from account number 13-19.640, Equipment,
to account number 13-19.346, Maintenance of Equipment.
Reason: Over expended.
YOUTH PROGRAMS
Transfer $761.43 from Contingency
to account number 19-51.856, Budgeted Transfer.
Reason: Line item over expended due to 1977-78 expenditures carried to and paid from the current year budget.
HOMES FOR INFIRM
Transfer $l,000.00 from account number 37-62.112, Salaries,
to account number 37-62.347, Maintenance of Buildings & Grounds.
Reason: Over expended.
Transfer $100.00 from account number 37-62.329, Travel and Per Diem,
to account number 37-62.640, Equipment.
Reason: Create line item to purchase capital item, vacuum cleaner.
AQUATIC WEED CONTROL
Transfer $200.00 from account number 45-37.383, Chemicals,
to account number 45-37.346, Maintenance of Equipment ($100.00) and 45-37.381, Gas, Oil and Lubricants ($100.00).
Reason: Over expended.
FINE & FORFEITURE FUND
Transfer $l,000.00 from Contingency
to account number 01-21.991, Refunds.
Reason: Establish line item for court-ordered refunds.
ROAD & BRIDGE SPECIAL ASSESSMENT FUND
Transfer $180.70 from account number 61-41.392, Road Improvements
to account number 61-41.856, Budgeted Transfer.
Reason: Expenditure of these funds were made from the Lake Eustis Drive Special Assessment fund.
SECTION 8 FUND
Transfer $2,500.00 from account number 18-54.113, Personal Services,
to account number 18-54.367, Advertising.
Reason: Over expended.
NORTHEAST HOSPITAL FUND
Transfer $3,500.00 from account number 01-26.994, Payments
to Hospital Board, to account number 01-26.322, Commissions, Property Appraiser.
Reason: Line item underestimated.
CETA TITLE VI PROJECTS FUND
Transfer $1,500.00, from account number 82-51.112, Wages
to account number 82-51.377, Uniforms.
Reason: Create new line item.
BUDGETS/PROPERTY APPRAISER
Mr. Watkins informed the Board the County Attorney's office was researching a problem with the Property Appraiser's 1978-1979 budget. Discussion occurred in which Mr. Watkins stated at the present time he was unsure exactly what the problem was, but it appears the "carry-over" the Property Appraiser usually relies on was not as large last year as anticipated; therefore, Mr. Havill, Property Appraiser, felt he would need to request more money per line item. The Board expressed the belief the problem should affect no others; it being a Property Appraiser's budgetary guideline problem.
REPORTS
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the Board acknowledged receipt of the April 6, 1979, Traffic-Criminal Department Distribution of Revenue Report.
BONDS - MOBILE HOME
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the request of R.D. Merritt, Okahumpka Area, District #2, 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.
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the Board approved the request of Mr. Phillip LaFlam for an extension to his existing Agreement in the Okahumpka Area, District #2, to live in his existing mobile home while he finishes his conventional dwelling. It is understood Mr. LaFlam will secure the necessary bond and immediately remove the mobile home upon the completion of his conventional dwelling or upon the request of the Board of County Commissioners.
GRANTS-COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved signature authorization on a Request for Payment on Letter of Credit, Document Number 14, in the amount of $16,956.25 to draw down Block Grant Funds from HUD to reimburse the Planning Department for grant expenditures.
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved for the Chairman and Clerk to routinely sign Block Grant Requests for Payment on Letters of Credit without having them presented to the entire Board for approval. The above authorization excludes draws to pay road paving bills. Discussion pointed out this was an attempt to facilitate bill paying by maintaining a $12,000.00 balance; it was pointed out the Board as a whole would still be reviewing and approving all initial contracts.
CETA
Mr. Evan Porter, Director of Personnel/CETA, appeared before the Board and stated the recent hiring freeze had created lapse funds which are now available for use. Mr. Porter proceeded to present position and project requests to expend these funds.
Commr. Deems asked that Mr. Porter be sure the County's needs were fulfilled regarding CETA work crews. Discussion occurred regarding other requests.
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board denied the City of Umatilla's request for a Cemetery Renovation project in that by the time the City was able to secure the necessary Deeds allowing for the public service, the project time (October 1979) would be over.
The above motion approved a City of Umatilla Storm Sewers and Sidewalk Renovation/Repair Project consisting of four positions at $240.00 biweekly, fringes $78.72; total project not to exceed $15,936.00.
The above motion also approved a Groveland High School Security Project consisting of three shift positions at $248.80 biweekly, fringes $82.58; total project not to exceed $12,426.75.
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the following four CETA positions:
1. Clerical Aide/Van Driver - Lake Community Action Agency
$240.00 Biweekly, Fringes $78.72 = $318.72. Total not to exceed $3,984.00
Mr. Porter stated this would be a tie-in to the recently approved Epilepsy Project.
2. Clerk Typist - Health Department
$232.00 Biweekly, Fringes $69.15 = $301.15. Total not to exceed $3,764.38
3. Secretary/Clerk - Career Development Center, Lake Sumter Community College
$239.25 Biweekly, fringes $70.97 = $310.22. Total not to exceed $3,877.75
4. Landfill Directions Attendant/Public Works, Lake County Board of County
Commissioners
$232.00 Bi-weekly, fringes $76.97 = $308.97. Total not to exceed $3,862.13
Commr. Deems stated this position would be at the Astatula Landfill.
CETA/CONTRACTS & AGREEMENTS
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Chairman was authorized to sign Modification Agreements with the Cities of Mt. Dora and Lady Lake as follows:
Mt. Dora - changing position #982 from Police Department to Fire Department effective
March, 1979, allowing for uniform allowance at an overall increase of $95.55.
Lady Lake - additional $900.00 worth of funds to include uniform costs for the Police
Department.
CETA
Mr. Porter stated an Inspector General would be reviewing our CETA procedures within the week. He further informed the Board the next meeting of the District Advisory Board would be on April 26, 1979, in the Osceola Courthouse.
Commr. Burhans stated he had recently received a letter from the Governor thanking him for his interest and participation on the District Advisory Board and asking for his continued support.
Mr. Porter stated he had recently evaluated his office now that it has assumed a larger responsibility for the CETA Program. He stated he did not feel he had adequate personnel to handle the additional workload of CETA as well as the County's health insurance needs.
Discussion occurred in which Mr. Porter requested the additional four (4) employees for his department:
Assistant Personnel Director ... $11,000.00
Secretary II............................... $ 7,200.00
Assistant CETA Director......... $10,800.00
CETA PSE Counselor.............. $ 9,300.00
Discussion continued during which the problem of space was pointed out. It was noted and felt that while Commr. Carson was momentarily out of the meeting at this time, he might have some input to this discussion. Discussion continued.
Commr. Deems moved the above four positions be approved for the Personnel Department. This motion died for lack of a second.
ACCOUNTS ALLOWED
On a motion by Commr. Middleton, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried, the Board approved payment of the following vouchers:
GENERAL REVENUE.............................................212277
FINE & FORFEITURE.............................................212A-229A
COUNTY TRANSPORTATION TRUST................590-638
EMS...........................................................................2
NORTHEAST HOSPITAL.......................................10
NORTHEAST AMBULANCE..................................8
SECTION 8................................................................214-216
FISH CONSERVATION...........................................18-19
ROAD AND BRIDGE SPECIAL ASSESSMENT....9
DWI SCHOOL...........................................................42-45
201 FACILITIES.......................................................3
TITLE II.....................................................................22-23
CETA TITLE I...........................................................224-240
CETA TITLE II.........................................................175-191
CETA TITLE VI PROJECTS...................................189-198
CETA TITLE III........................................................53-55
CETA ADMIN..........................................................91-96
Commr. Carson was out for the vote.
INDIGENTS
On the same motion as above, the Board approved the following changes to the Indigent List:
ADD: Mrs. William Chance for Robert Sweetman-District #5 - $60.00
ADD: Mr. Joe Allen for Sylvia Tolliver - District #2 - $60.00
CANCEL: Mr. Tex Miller for Louise Johnson - District #l - $50.00
REPORTS
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried, the Board acknowledged receipt of the Youth Programs, Inc., status report covering the periods from October 1, 1978 to March 30, 1979.
Commr. Carson was out for the vote.
RESOLUTIONS/ROAD CLOSINGS - TROON ROAD
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board authorized the Chairman and Clerk to sign the necessary paperwork (resolution) to finish processing the closing of Troon Road, authorized for closing by the Board of County Commissioners on February 12, 1974, as follows:
A SHORT UNNAMED STREET LEADING FROM TROON ROAD TO A RESERVED AREA SHOWN ON MAP OF MT. PLYMOUTH, RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 8, PAGES 85 TO 85D, LAKE COUNTY, FLORIDA; SAID UNOPENED STREET BEING BETWEEN LOT 19, BLOCK 72 AND LOT 34, BLOCK 73, OF MT. PLYMOUTH, FLORIDA.
BUDGET/PROPERTY APPRAISER
Discussion returned briefly to the deficit in the Property Appraiser's budget. Mr. Watkins attempted to explain the problem as he understood it at the time, stating he brought it to the attention of the Board at this time to make them aware it had been referred to the County Attorney's office, as well as to make them aware their commission from the Property Appraiser's office may need to be cut to make up the deficit.
It was pointed out meetings would be taking place immediately to straighten out the problems. (It was felt the figure everyone was concerned with was approximately $20,000.00).
RECESS & REASSEMBLY
At 11:55 A.M. the Board invited those present to a Dutch treat lunch at the Park Grill Restaurant. The Board reconvened at 2:00 P.M. for the County Engineer's Agenda.
ROAD CLOSING - LAKE UNITY ROAD
Mr. Andrew, County Engineer, stated his office had not received the necessary proof of publication nor copies of return receipts from the notification of adjacent property owners regarding the Lake Unity Road Vacation.
Mr. Wayne White approached the Board with the necessary proof which he handed to Mr. Andrew. Mr. White stated he had mailed the return receipts to the Public Works Department the preceding day.
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the Board postponed this public hearing regarding the vacation of Lake Unity Road to May 1, 1979, at 10:30 A.M. or as soon thereafter as possible.
ROAD CLOSING - SILVER LAKE ESTATES
Mr. Pringle approached the Board and asked for a postponement in that he needed additional time to obtain necessary deeds to fulfill obligations pertaining to this vacation in the Silver Lake Estates.
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board postponed the Silver Lake Estates road vacation to May 1, 1979, 10:30 A.M., or as soon thereafter as possible.
ROAD CLOSING - ALLEYWAY IN PAXTON & SOMERVILLE SUBDIVISION
No one present wished to discuss this closing with the Board.
It was noted the proper proof of publication was on hand and had appeared in the March 29 and April 5, 1979, editions of the Mount Dora Topic.
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board authorized the necessary processing paperwork for the vacation of said alleyway as follows:
RUNNING EAST AND WEST AND NORTH AND SOUTH IN ALL OF BLOCK 6, PAXTON AND SOMERVILLE SUBDIVISION, SORRENTO, FLORIDA, AS RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 1, PAGE 58, PUBLIC RECORDS OF LAKE COUNTY, FLORIDA.
ROAD CLOSING - PERMISSION TO ADVERTISE - HOLIDAY LAKES SUB.
Mr. Dewey Burnsed, attorney handling this vacation, discussed his request with the Board. Mr. Burnsed stated his clients would be willing to do whatever the County requires to enable them to close all streets in Holiday Lakes Subdivision except #5-7837 and #5-7939, and thus enable them to pursue a PUD status in the platted mobile home subdivision and allow them to have private security, such as a guard at the entrance to the subdivision.
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board had no objections to the advertising for vacation all streets in Holiday Lakes Subdivision except #5-7837 and #5-7939.
ROAD CLOSING - PERMISSION TO ADVERTISE - UNNAMED STREETS IN
BLOCKS 9 & 10, PLAT OF HIGLEY
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the Board voiced no objection to the request for permission to advertise to vacate unnamed streets in Blocks 9 & 10 in Plat of Higley.
LICENSES & PERMITS
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried, the Board approved the following Utility and Driveway permits:
PERMIT # PERMITTEE PURPOSE ROAD #
2-414 Teleprompter of Florida, Inc. Aerial C.A.T.V. SR-50
4-414 Florida Power Corporation 12,470 V Overhead Primary Dist. Line SR-46
2042 Florida Telephone Corporation Buried Cable S-466A
2045 Florida Telephone Corporation Buried Cable 1-5915
2046 Florida Telephone Corporation Buried Cable l-6611
2047 Florida Telephone Corporation Buried Cable l-8010
2048 Florida Telephone Corporation Buried Cable l-6008
2049 Florida Telephone Corporation Buried Cable 3-0528
2050 Florida Telephone Corporation Buried Cable 1-6512
DRIVEWAY PERMITS
l-477 Picciola Area Volunteer Fire Department 466A
l-478 West-Rose Inc. 1-7611
3-479 Philip Naldne Gray C-561
l-480 Rayburn B. Jones 1-7611
l-481 Lester W. Arnold 1-5510
5-482 Robert A. Johnson 5-7581
5-483 Stephen M. Elmore 5-8376
3-484 Donald G. Hodges 3-3143
2-485 Rayburd B. Jones 2-4603
1-486 Woodrow W. Smith 1-6304
4-487 Elliot A. Cohen 4-6280
4-488 Harry Mielke 4-4263
3-489 Philip Edgington 3-1838
2-490 James C. Fussell 2-3110
1-491 Thuan Nguyen 1-4618
3-492 Leroy C. Ringsmith 3-4539
1-493 Belmont Homes 1-5433
3-494 K & L Construction Co. 3-1839
Commr. Carson abstained from voting because he is a member of the Board of Directors of the Florida Telephone Corporation.
FUNDS - TRANSFER/ROADS - COUNTY, STATE
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Chairman was authorized to sign the Transfer of Funds from DOT in an amount of $153,524.81, for Project #250, C-437 from SR 46 to the Orange County Line.
PLATS/ESCROW/CONTRACTS & AGREEMENTS
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the Golden Oaks Subdivision Plat for recording. The motion further accepted a Construction and Maintenance Agreement and authorized the Chairman's signature on same. The motion also accepted an Escrow Agreement and Cashier's Check in the amount of $30,573.12 and authorized the Chairman to sign the Escrow Agreement.
PLATS
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the Board approved the Citrus Flower Acres plat for recording.
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the Board gave preliminary approval on Anderson Hills Subdivision, District #3.
BIDS/ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
Discussion was held regarding the awarding of Project #252, the Countywide Resurfacing program. Bids received were as follows:
Asphalt Pavers..................................$459,861.87
Macasphalt Pavers............................$469,580.10
Carroll Contracting & Ready-Mix....$554,852.50
Mr. Andrew stated he would be reluctant to recommend Asphalt Pavers to the Board in that he has experienced some problems on recent work they have done for the County. Lengthy discussion occurred. The feeling of the Board seemed to be if we contract with a company they are expected to live up to the terms of the contract and meet all specifications.
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board awarded Project #252, the Countywide resurfacing program, to Asphalt Pavers at $459,861.87, in that they submitted the lowest bid meeting County specifications.
BIDS/PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the Board threw out the one aerial photography bid received from Hunnicut & Associates, Inc., at $59,524.00, and authorized the County Engineer to negotiate for same.
DEEDS/ROADS - COUNTY, STATE
Discussion was held regarding the plans for Turkey Ranch Road #2-1751 and Sugarloaf Mountain Road #3-2447. It was pointed out Turkey Ranch's cost estimate is at $40,000.00; Sugarloaf's at $200,000.00. Discussion pointed out the people had signed Right of Way Deeds with the understanding the Deeds would be recorded and the roads paved.
On a motion by Commr. Middleton, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board decided to accept for recording all deeds pertaining to Turkey Ranch Road and Sugarloaf Mountain Road with the understanding the County would be paving Turkey Ranch Road #2-1751 at the earliest possible date, leaving Sugarloaf Mountain Road #3-2447 until a later date. Deeds accepted on Turkey Ranch are as follows:
Right of Way Deed from L.C. Guice, III
Permanent Easement from Claude E. Smoak, Jr.
Right of Way Deed from Alfhild Sonia Schack
BIDS/PERMISSION TO ADVERTISE/ROAD PROJECTS/ROADS-COUNTY, STATE
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board approved advertising for bid #5 and #6 on the already approved road paving priority list as one contract.
Mr. Andrew estimates $270,000.00 for C-25A through Fruitland Park from US 27 to US 27 (resurface only, repair and replace guardrail as necessary), and C-466A, widen and resurface from C-25A westward to the Sumter County line.
COMMUNICATIONS
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board denied the request of a clay donation to the Young Leaders of Tomorrow (Yalaha) in that the property the clay was to be dumped on was not publicly owned.
ROADS - COUNTY, STATE
On a motion by Commr. Middleton, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board authorized Mr. Andrew's office to pursue Yalaha and Okahumpka road projects, making commitments to the paving of said roads upon receipt of all rights-of-way.
ROAD CLOSING - PERMISSION TO ADVERTISE
Discussion was held regarding the request of Homer Allen for the County to either vacate or cease maintenance on a portion of County Road #3-1247.
Commr. Middleton moved that the County discontinue maintenance on said section of Road #3-1247. Discussion continued. Commr. Middleton stated he would change his motion to approve permission for Mr. Allen to advertise to vacate a portion of County Road #3-1247. This motion was seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously.
SIGNS - SPEED LIMITS/ROADS - COUNTY, STATE/RESOLUTIONS
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried, the Board approved a 30 MPH speed limit on Road No. 5-5727 (going to the muck farm off Treasure Island Road).
Commr. Carson was out for the vote.
ESCROW/ACCOUNTS ALLOWED
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried, the Board approved the release of $5,700.00 from the escrow account of Silver Lake Estates (Country Club View, 3rd Addition), which will leave a balance of $1,858.46, plus interest, in the escrow account.
Commr. Carson was out for the vote.
ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/ROADS - COUNTY, STATE
On a motion by Commr. Middleton, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried, the Board approved a $370,644.75 partial payment to Square G Construction Co., regarding work on C-468.
Commr. Carson was out for the vote.
ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/MACHINERY & EQUIPMENT/PUBLIC WORKS
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the Board approved the rental of a 613 pan to move fill material at the Loghouse Landfill, not to exceed 40 hours at the cost of $36.00 per hour.
PERMISSION TO ADVERTISE - ABANDON & EXCHANGE
Mr. Andrew discussed Mr. Perez's problem of having his garage and apartment located in an alleyway partially on County property. Mr. Andrew stated after conferring with the County Attorney it was felt if the alleyway were vacated, Mr. Perez would get half, the County the other half. If, at that point, the County declared surplus its half, then exchanged a quarter with Mr. Perez, he would then have clear title to his land and be able to sell it.
On a motion by Commr. Middleton, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried, the Board approved for the advertising of the above two transactions (road vacation as well as surplus land exchange).
Commr. Burhans abstained from voting on the above motion in that his wife's real estate firm will be involved in the sale.
DEEDS
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the Board approved the release of the following road reservations from the Department of Transportation as contained in the following Deed Numbers:
#1384 and #1500, all but 25 feet from centerline of Pine Avenue and Jackson Avenue in City of Mt. Dora.
# 367, all but 33 feet from centerline of S-468, Urick Road and Olive Avenue.
#1409, all but 35 feet from centerline of Barrow Avenue in City of Tavares.
ASSESSMENTS
Mr. Andrew stated that the residents on Westmont Road were progressing in attempts to fulfill the necessary requirements to have Westmont Road qualify as a Special Assessment Project. He stated they had 74% of the residents willing to participate and were just a little short on the frontage requirement.
CETA/COUNTY EMPLOYEES
Discussion occurred regarding Personnel's earlier request for additional employees to that department. Review occurred regarding the request as it appears on page 667 of these Minutes, pointing out the creation of the Assistant CETA Director would delete the position of Administrative Assistant for CETA.
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried, the positions as requested by Mr. Porter, as follows, were approved:
Assistant Personnel Director....$11,000
Secretary II...............................$ 7,200
Assistant CETA Director.........$10,800
CETA PSE Counselor..............$ 9,300
Discussion pointed out some additional furniture would be needed for the first two positions. The latter two positions come under CETA funds.
The question was called for with the motion carrying three to two. Commrs. Carson, Deems, and Windram voting "Yes"; Commrs. Middleton and Burhans, "No."
RESOLUTIONS/ELECTIONS
On a motion by Commr. Middleton, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board adopted a Resolution opposing House Bill 671 and Senate Bill 333 which would infringe upon the Home Rule Powers given the Board of County Commissioners and impose substantial expense to local taxpayers by reorganizing the Supervisor of Elections Office.
ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/ANIMAL WELFARE
Commr. Windram stated he felt the Board should take some action regarding the most recent incident of horses being picked up by Mr. Tanner.
On a motion by Commr. Middleton, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, authorization was given to request Mr. Tanner to immediately return Mrs. Strawbridge's horses to her pasture, at no cost to Mrs. Strawbridge. It was further requested the Board Office contact Mrs. Strawbridge to request she repair her fence at once.
SUITS AFFECTING THE COUNTY
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board authorized the necessary signatures on the Interrogatories in Case No. 77-221-CA, Curtis A. MacNutt, etc. VS Thomas K. Armitage, et al, regarding an accident on Cherry Lake Road.
CONTRACTS & AGREEMENTS/ACCOUNTS ALLOWED
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the Board authorized the necessary signatures on the Contract for Sale and Purchase of Real Estate for the Messer house at 407 West Main Street, Tavares, at a cost of $45,300.00, with a lease-back clause at $150.00 per month.
RESOLUTION
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board adopted a Resolution opposing House Bill 402 which would remove the double referendum process of securing an affirmative vote from both in-city residents as well as those outside the city in the annexation process.
EMERGENCY SERVICES
Commr. Windram stated he had received a copy of a letter from Dr. June Murray Atkinson to Mr. Robert Lewis, Emergency Services Director, stating she would "delegate authority for 'on the scene' management of medical emergencies to the County Medical Director of the Emergency Medical Service, or his physician designate" in case of a disaster.
There being no further business to be brought to the attention of the Board, adjournment was at 4:00 P.M.
Thomas J. Windram, Chairman
James C. Watkins, Clerk