A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
AUGUST 7, 1979
The Lake County Board of County Commissioners convened in Regular Session on Tuesday, August 7, 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; James R. Carson, Jr.; and Glenn C. Burhans. Others present were: James C. Watkins, Clerk; Christopher C. Ford, County Attorney; Pat Goetzen, Deputy Clerk; and Pat Shirah.
The Invocation was given by Mr. Watkins and the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Commr. Carson.
MINUTES
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Minutes of July 17, 1979, were approved as submitted.
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board approved the Special Budget Meeting Minutes of July 24, 1979, as submitted.
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board approved the Special Budget Meeting Minutes of July 31, 1979, as submitted.
AGRICULTURE CENTER/COUNTY EMPLOYEES/RESOLUTIONS
At this time, Commr. Burhans read a letter of resignation from Mr. Jackson A. Haddox, Agriculture Extension Director.
On a motion from Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board accepted the resignation of Mr. Haddox with regrets, to be effective November 1, 1979. The Clerk was instructed to write a letter of appreciation to Mr. Haddox and Mr. Ford to draw up a Resolution stating same.
NURSING HOME
Commr. Burhans informed the Board the laundry bill for the Nursing Home had increased from $400.00 to $1,200.00 per month, as reported to him by Mr. Strickland, Nursing Home Administrator.
Mr. Strickland feels the cost would be considerably less to do the laundry at the Home.
No action was taken on this matter.
Commr. Burhans also presented a list of guidelines for admission of patients to the Nursing Home. The subject was tabled at this time to allow the Board time to review the list.
FUNDS-TRANSFER/AGRICULTURE CENTER
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the transfer of funds within Account No. 001-537-1-00-43-000-400, in the amount of $1,145.00 from agents Rowen and Miller to agents Jackson, Taylor and Ayers.
MOSQUITO CONTROL/ACCOUNTS ALLOWED
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the purchase of five (5) dragline mats at a cost not to exceed $1,200.00.
COMMUNICATIONS
Commr. Carson read a letter to the Board from Senator Lawton Chiles, extending an invitation to attend a brown bag luncheon on Tuesday, August 14, 1979, at the Hawthorne Club House in Leesburg.
FAIRGROUNDS/COMMUNICATIONS
Commr. Carson presented a request by the Lake County Chamber of Commerce to rent the Expo Facilities to operate a quality Farm and Flea Market on a weekly basis to increase revenue and the use of the facilities.
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board approved the request of the Chamber to operate a Farm & Flea Market, providing insurance and meeting all other required criteria. This use is not to interfere with the fair activities during the year.
The Clerk was instructed to write a letter informing Mr. Dunbar of the approval.
FAIRGROUNDS/COMMUNICATIONS
Commr. Carson presented a letter to the Board from the Lake County Fair Association indicating the Association had purchased an excess of hay during the last fair and requested the County purchase the hay for mulch.
The Board instructed the Clerk to write Mr. Dunbar and advise him that the County has no real need for the hay and, therefore, would not be interested in purchasing it, but the Department of Transportation might be interested.
COMMUNICATIONS
Mrs. Betty S. Coney, Leesburg, appeared before the Board to present "A Ride To Life", requesting a transportation system be set up on a countywide basis for those persons, approximately 91 to 100, who need to be transported approximately three (3) to four (4) times per week to treatment centers for cancer, kidney dialysis, etc.
Mrs. Coney presented the following alternatives to the Board:
1. Handi-Cab Non Emergency Transportation System operating out of Orlando at an approximate cost of $12,000.00 to the County.
2. A possible agreement with Lake Sumter Community Mental Health Center for the use of handicapped equipped vans which are on order at this time.
3. A possible agreement with a local ambulance service.
Mr. Simlitz of Handi-Cab Non Emergency Transportation System was present and explained his equipment and system to the Board.
The Board advised Mrs. Coney they appreciated the efforts involved in compiling the information presented and they would give careful consideration to each alternative. The Board will contact Mrs. Coney at a later date concerning their decision.
BUDGETS/COMMUNICATIONS
Mrs. Nancy Walsh, Executive Director, Lake County Family Health Council, Inc., appeared before the Board to request funding for the sterilization program for FY 79-80, due to the cut in Title XX Funds. Dr. Frederick C. Andrews and Dr. Tully Patrowicz, of Mount Dora, appeared before the Board to express their concern for this request.
The Board advised Mrs. Walsh and others present that the request would be considered with the other budget requests of the County.
ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/INSURANCE
Mr. Ford, County Attorney, presented quotes to the Board for County Official Liability Insurance coverage in the amount of $2,000,000.00, from Lassiter Ware at a yearly premium of $12,116.00 and Holstein, Church & Pickering at a yearly premium of $11,917.00.
Mr. Ford recommended the Lassiter Ware policy due to the coverage of the County Attorney as well as other officials and the deductible terms.
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board approved to purchase County Officials Liability coverage through Lassiter Ware in the amount of $2,000,000.00.
BONDS - MOBILE HOME
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board cancelled the following Mobile Home Bonds in that the temporary structure had been removed and conditions met:
Justus Knam - Agreement dated November 21, 1978;
Joel Lindahl - Agreement dated October 3, 1978.
CONTRACTS & AGREEMENTS/OUTDOOR RECREATIONAL FACILITIES
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board authorized the signature of the Chairman and Clerk on the agreements for paving of Gilbert Park boat ramp parking area. To be done with Boating Improvement funds in the amount of $6,270.
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board denied the waiver of improvement requirements and plan requirements of the Subdivision Regulations - Section 62 for Hughie Stiefel - North of Mascotte - District 2 - Case #4-79.
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board approved the waiver of improvement requirements and plan requirements of the Subdivision Regulations - Section 62 for James R. Drawdy - Groveland Area - District 2 - Case #5-79.
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board approved the waiver of improvement requirements and plan requirements of the Subdivision Regulations - Section 62 for Eleanor Nation - Fruitland Park Area - District #l - Case #7-79.
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the waiver of improvement requirements and plan requirements of the Subdivision Regulations - Section 62 for John K. Schmale - Ocala Forest - District #5 - Case #8-79.
GRANTS/PLANNING DEPARTMENT
Jerry Sexton, Grants Coordinator, presented the following program modifications to be made to the Community Development Block Grant Program: First Year Program - S. E. Umatilla - Donna Vista - Due to maximum salary mandate by CETA, certain positions have not been filled. The Department recommends the hiring of the following additional personnel from the Housing Rehabilitation Budget:
Three (3) Carpenters @ $6.50 - $7.00 per hour
Six (6) Carpenter Helpers @ $4.50 - $5.00 per hour
One (1) Plumber/Electrician @ $6.50 - $7.00 per hour
One (1) Painter @ $4.50 - $5.00 per hour
One (1) Supervisor @ $6.50 - $7.00 per hour
Second Year Program - Sorrento:
One (1) Carpenter @ $6.60 - $7.00 per hour
Two (2) Carpenters @ $6.50 - $7.00 per hour
The paving of County Road 4-4488 in Sorrento to be paid with Revenue Sharing Funding, approximate cost of $29,000.00.
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board approved the modifications to the Community Development Block Grant as presented.
COUNTY EMPLOYEES/PERSONNEL DEPARTMENT
Discussion was held concerning the need for a complete physical examination of all new county employees. Ms. Puckett, Assistant Personnel Director, informed the Board that Dr. Atkinson, of the County Health Department, would administer the examination for a fee of $25.00 per person. The examination would include such tests as EKG, blood, urinalysis, eye, hearing, etc.
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board instructed Mr. Ford to draw up a contract with the Lake County Health Department for the physical examination of all new employees in departments paid by the County and all Constitutional Officers under the County Workers' Compensation Policy.
COUNTY EMPLOYEES/PERSONNEL DEPARTMENT
At this time, discussion occurred regarding an orientation program for new County employees. The program would be set up as a two (2) to three (3) hour presentation giving the employee an overall view of the Courthouse, Department Heads and other information designed to better familiarize the new employee with the County. No action was taken at this time.
TRAVEL/PERSONNEL
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board approved travel for Harry L. Spooner and Van Porter to the District Advisory Board Meeting, August 10, 1979, Orlando, Florida, and the State Prime Sponsor Advisory Council Meeting, August 16 and 17, 1979, Sarasota, Florida.
Mr. Porter is to prepare a letter for the Chairman's signature giving Mr. Porter the authority to act as proxy for the Board.
INVENTORY - SURPLUS
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board approved the following items to be deleted from the Fixed Assets List:
Property # Item Reason
451 Steno Chair Junked
613 File Cabinet Junked
2481 Sabre Saw Junked
3497 Marble Arm Chair Junked
3505 Fold up Chair Junked
3789 Fire Extinguisher Junked
3865 Outboard Motor Trade In
4448 Desk Junked
4821 Chain Saw Stolen
5157 Water Sampler Lost
5597 Vacuum Cleaner Junked
5788 Stepladder Stolen
5822 Snapper Mower Junked
FUNDS - TRANSFERS
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board approved the following budget transfers:
GENERAL REVENUE FUND
Board of County Commissioners
Transfer $200.00 from account number 001-511-1-00-01-010-320, "Accounting and Auditing Fees"
to account number 001-511-1-00-01-010-440, "Rental and Leases."
Reason: Over expended.
Transfer $10,000.00 from account number 001-511-1-00-01-010-450, "Insurance"
to account number 001-511-1-00-01-010-315, "Other Professional Services".
Reason: Over expended due to insurance consultant and additional clerks fees not budgeted.
Transfer $6,000.00 from 001-511-1-00-01-010-999, "Contingency"
to account number 001-511-1-00-01-010-640, "Equipment."
Reason: Over expenditure due to purchase of data processing tape drive not budgeted.
Zoning Department
Transfer $20.00 from account number 001-524-1-00-18-020-640, "Equipment"
to account number 001-524-1-00-18-020-991, "Refunds."
Reason: Additional refunds.
Clerk of Circuit Court
Transfer $2,000.00 from account number 001-511-1-00-01-010-430 "Utility Services"
to account number 001-516-1-00-02-100-349, "Other Contractual Services."
Reason: Restore amended budget to original amount.
Transfer $2,500.00 from account number 001-511-1-00-01-010-510, "Office Supplies"
to account number 001-516-1-00-02-100-510, "Office Supplies."
Reason: Over expended.
Transfer $5,000.00 from account number 001-511-1-00-01-010-999, "Contingency"
to account number 001-513-1-00-02-000-462, "Equipment, Maintenance."
Reason: Data processing equipment maintenance contract was not budgeted.
County Service Officer
Transfer $4,025.00 from account number 001-511-1-00-01-010-999, "Contingency"
to account number 001-553-1-00-20-000-120, "Salaries."
Reason: Provide budget for additional position approved by the Board of County Commissioners
County Attorney
Transfer $1,400.00 from account number 001-514-1-00-04-000-410, "Communications"
to account number 001-514-1-00-04-000-540, "Books, Publications & Dues.
Reason: Over expended.
Planning Department
Transfer $200.00 from account number 001-515-1-00-18-010-340, "Contractual Services"
to account number 001-515-1-00-18-010-462, "Maintenance of Equipment."
Reason: Over expended.
Zoning Department
Transfer $800.00 from account number 001-515-1-00-18-020-640, "Equipment"
to account numbers 001-515-1-00-18-020-495 ($600.00) "Advertising" and 001-515-1-00-18-020-521 ($200.00) "Fuel & Lubricants."
Reason: Over expended.
Building Department
Transfer $700.00 from account number 001-524-1-00-18-030-640, "Equipment"
to account numbers 001-524-1-00-18-030-540 ($200.00) "Books, Subscriptions and Dues" and 001-524-1-00-18-030-510 ($500.00) "Office Supplies."
Reason: Over expended.
Health Services
Transfer $1,770.00 from account number 001-511-1-00-01-010-999, "Contingency"
to account number 001-562-1-00-01-300-812, “Local Homestead Exemption Trust” payment.
Reason: State funding larger than estimate, disbursement has over expended account.
Pollution Control
Transfer $50.00 from account number 001-537-1-00-46-000-510, "Office Supplies"
to account number 001-537-1-00-46-000-529, "Other Operating Supplies."
Reason: Redistribution of line items per departmental request.
Circuit Court
Transfer $360.00 from account number 001-516-1-00-52-040-640, "Equipment"
to account number 001-516-1-00-52-030-640, "Equipment."
Reason: Over expended.
Landfill - Local
Transfer $10,000.00 from account number 001-534-1-00-61-210-462, "Maintenance of Equipment"
to account number 001-534-1-00-61-210-521, "Fuel, & Lubricants."
Reason: Over expenditure due to higher fuel costs.
Transfer $1,000.00 from account number 001-534-1-00-61-210-462, "Maintenance of Equipment"
to account number 001-534-1-00-61-210-440, "Rental and Leases."
Reason: State required equipment not originally budgeted.
FINE & FORFEITURE FUND
County Court
Transfer $240.00 from account number 111-516-1-00-50-000-001, "Refunds"
to account numbers 111-516-1-00-50-000-400, "Travel" ($190.00) and 111-516-1-00-50-000-462 ($50.00) "Equipment, Maintenance."
Reason: Over expenditure.
States Attorney
Transfer $300.00 from account number 111-516-1-00-52-050-510, "Office Supplies"
to account number 111-516-1-00-52-050-540, “Books, Publications and Dues.”
Reason: Over expended.
COUNTY TRANSPORTATION TRUST FUND
Transfer $25,000.00 from account number 112-541-1-00-61-100-999, "Contingency"
to account number 112-541-1-00-61-100-536, "Safety Markings and Identifications."
Reason: Over expenditure due to Bay Lake Road, etc., contract being previously funded.
State I Mosquito Control Fund
Transfer $300.00 from account number 116-562-l-00-29-120-523, "Chemicals"
to account number 116-562-1-00-29-120-640, "Equipment."
Reason: Over expended.
Section 8 Fund
Transfer $525.00 from account number 127-554-1-00-18-410-510, "Office Supplies"
to account number 127-554-1-00-18-410-640, "Equipment."
Reason: Adjust equipment account to agree with the HUD contract.
Capital Outlay Reserve (Building) Fund
Transfer $25,000.00 from account number 355-519-1-00-01-230-620, "Buildings"
to account number 355-519-1-00-01-230-621, "Buildings - Other."
Reason: Additional improvements to new Courthouse above original budget.
CETA Title VI Projects
Transfer $2,050.00 from account number 145-551-1-00-24-050-120, "Salaries"
to account number 145-551-1-00-24-010-443, "Rentals and Leases."
Reason: Create balance for new rental contracts.
CETA Administration
Transfer $3,000.00 from account number 148-551-1-00-24-010-499, "Other Miscellaneous Expenses"
to account number 148-551-1-00-24-010-443, "Rentals & Leases."
Reason: New Contracts.
CETA Summer Youth
Transfer $300.00 from account number 146-551-1-00-24-040-120, "Salaries"
to account number 146-551-1-00-24-010-120, "Salaries."
Reason: Line item, section adjustment.
Transfer $68.00 from account number 146-551-1-00-24-040-240, "Workmen's Compensation"
to account number 146-551-1-00-24-010-240, "Workmen's Compensation."
Reason: Line item, section adjustment.
COMMUNICATIONS
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board approved a letter of recommendation to be written for Mrs. Lois Moszaros who is applying for a position with the Orange County Animal Shelter.
COMMUNICATIONS
Commr. Carson read a letter from the Orangeburg County, South Carolina, Disaster Preparedness Agency commending Mr. Bob Lewis, Director, Lake County Disaster Preparedness, for the fine job he did in hosting the Region III USCDC Conference at Howey-in-the Hills. Commr. Carson commented the Conference was very well planned.
WATER AUTHORITY/CONTRACTS AND AGREEMENTS
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board authorized the Chairman to sign an agreement between USGS and Lake County and the Oklawaha Basin Recreation and Water Conservation and Control Authority in the amount of $10,050.00.
FUNDS - TRANSFER/EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board approved the transfer of $10,000.00 to Emergency Medical Services Fund to process the grant until reimbursement can be received from the Governor's Highway Safety Commission.
BUDGET/ROAD PROJECTS
On a motion by commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the amended budget for Road and Bridge - Special Assessment Fund to include the Special Assessment approved on May 8, 1979, in the amount of $108,001.99.
BUDGET/ACCOUNTS ALLOWED
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the amended budget for State Aquatic Weed Control.
BUDGET/EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES/ACCOUNTS ALLOWED
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board approved the amended budget for Emergency Medical Services Fund.
CONTRACTS & AGREEMENTS/COMMUNICATIONS
Mr. Watkins informed the Board we had received a Mutual Aid Pact from Seminole County, prepared by their Attorney, and a letter from Osceola County stating they did not feel it necessary to sign a Pact. The Board referred the matter to Mr. Ford for review.
BONDS - CONTRACTOR
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board approved the following Contractor Bonds:
1056-79 Jerry Rempson Scott (Air Conditioning)
1444-79 Larry G. Walker (Electrical)
1714-79 Gary D. Sullivan (Electrical)
1794-79 Paul W. Schumann (Electrical)
1795-79 Charles J. Simonski (Residential)
1797-79 Emmett Sapp, Jr. (Residential)
BONDS - CONTRACTOR - REPLACING RESERVE INSURANCE BONDS
58-79 Keith B. Davis (Building)
83-79 James McCutcheon (General)
148-79 Jack N. Blakemore (General)
197-79 L. L. Covan (General)
261-79 Helmuth L. Eidel (Electrical)
263-79 George Harper
304-79 Allen M. Wiley (Building)
425-79 William F. Jackson (Plastering & Stucco)
559-79 Elzie Hall (Masonry)
562-79 Arthur Mans, Jr.
573-79 Merle A. Dutton (Air-Conditioning)
772-79 Cecil D. Thompson
978-79 C. K. Southwell (Plumbing)
984-79 Harris (Oil & Gas)
1146-79 Roland Atley
1184-79 William A. Vinton
1202-79 Richard M. Harper (Swimming Pools)
1325-79 Owen N. Hietpas (Mobile Home Set-Ups)
1336-79 Michael L. Coven (Residential)
1356-79 Maurice E. Day (Electrical, Plumbing and Air-Conditioning)
1427-79 Henry C. Ennen
1435-79 Jordan W. Hypes (Mobile Home Set-Ups)
1442-79 George Karl Schmidt
1458-79 John C. Birbeck (Plumbing)
1478-79 Lamar Wingert
1498-79 Ralf Anderson
1504-79 Henry Haar (Dry Wall)
1506-79 H. W. McGrimes
1508-79 James W. Robinson (Mechanical)
1525-79 Wiley R. Tucker (Aluminum & Plastic Siding & Sheet Metal)
1560-79 Richard P. Davidson
1627-79 Bob Thornton
1642-79 Donald Sikes (Masonry Contractor)
1652-79 Kenneth Hastings
1689-79 John C. Hofmeister (Building)
1690-79 George Morton
1703-79 Linda E. Winkleman
1721-79 David Kiselick (Electrical)
1734-79 Richard W. Smith
1745-79 Ralph Nils Swanson (Painting & Decorating)
1466-79 Frank Meade (Painter)
LICENSES & PERMITS
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the following Gun Permits and Bonds:
Timothy Jezek Magnus Olsen
Luther C. Jones James H. Saunders
Willie F. Kelley Marcia F. Smiley
Rickey Lyons Billy Gene Steverson
Edward R. Meshalko Armando M. Valdes
Changes on Gun Permits
James E. Bouldin
Leslie Michael Williams
ORDINANCE/PERMISSION TO ADVERTISE
Mr. Watkins presented an Ordinance to the Board regulating the Licensing of Psychologists in Lake County.
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board authorized the advertising for consideration to adopt this Ordinance.
REPORTS
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board acknowledged receipt of the Monthly Board Packet from Lake Community Action Agency, Inc.
REPORTS
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board acknowledged receipt of the Traffic-Criminal Distribution of Revenue Reports for July 13, 20, and 23, 1979.
CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT/FUNDS - GENERAL
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board accepted check #513, from the Clerk of the Circuit Court, Trust Account, in the amount of $1,877.29, for excess overbid funds on tax deed applications.
FUNDS - GENERAL
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board accepted check #155 from LCEA Tiger in the amount of $210.00 for Voter List.
TAX COLLECTOR
The Certificate of Errors and Corrections from T. Keith Hall, Tax Collector, was presented for approval, the Board referred the Certificate to Mr. Ford, County Attorney, for review.
REPORTS
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board acknowledged receipt of Youth Programs, Inc. Monthly Status Report from October 1, to June 30, 1979, and October 1, to July 31, 1979.
ACCOUNTS ALLOWED
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the payment of warrants 543 through 943 for the following accounts:
General Revenue Fine & Forfeiture
County Transportation Trust Title II Anti-Recession
Northeast Hospital Northeast Ambulance
Northwest Ambulance DWI
Block Grant Section 8
CETA I CETA II D
CETA III CETA VI Projects
CETA Summer Youth CETA Administrative
Youth Volunteer Boating Improvement
Road & Bridge Special Assessment
COMMUNICATIONS
Commr. Windram read a letter from the Accounting Firm of Bella, Herminda, Oliver & Gillman, requesting their firm be considered for the annual audits required by House Bill No. 1046.
The Board referred the letter to Mr. Don Smalt, Director of Fiscal Division.
COMMUNICATIONS
Commr. Windram read a letter from Lake Community Development, Inc., advising that their representative will meet with all interested parties on August 8, 1979, Wednesday, Mount Dora, to publicly announce the Technical Assistance Grant received from the Farmers Home Administration.
NURSING HOME
Discussion occurred regarding the requirement for patient admission to the Nursing Home.
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the list of requirements for patient admission to the Nursing Home.
COMMUNICATIONS/SUITS AFFECTING THE COUNTY
Commr. Carson informed the Board of a letter from Mr. Dunbar, Lake County Chamber of Commerce, Inc., indicating a Mr. James H. Vinson had filed bankruptcy. Mr. Vinson owes an unpaid balance for a concert held at the Expo Building.
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board instructed the Clerk to write a letter to Federal Court stating the County's claim in this suit.
CONTRACTS & AGREEMENTS
Mr. Ford, County Attorney, informed the Board he has received a copy of the Attorney General's Opinion regarding the County's purchase of radar guns for the use of the Highway Patrol.
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board approved the recommendation of Mr. Ford to enter into an Interlocal Agreement with the Florida Highway Patrol for the leasing of radar guns for a yearly nominal fee.
INDIGENTS
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the following changes to the Indigent List:
CANCEL: McCabe Apartments for Melinda Johnson.....$36.00
CANCEL: Bruce Webster for Gloria Campbell................$50.00
CANCEL: Willie Mae Barrett for Barbara Green.............$60.00
ADD: Marietta Trailer Court for Carrie Oakly.................$40.00
ADD: Marvin Duecker for Jack Duecker.........................$50.00
ADD: J. F. Woodsom for Olive Hartage..........................$38.00
ADD: Denise Helms for Marian Vurpillot.......................$50.00
RECESS & REASSEMBLY
At 11:55 A.M. the Board recessed for lunch at the Park Restaurant 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-79-48 - Mr. Clarence High
Mr. Clarence High was present to advise the Board the structure was built on the site when he purchased the property.
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board declared Mr. High in violation of Ordinance 1971-6 and granted him sixty (60) days to come into compliance. The Board advised Mr. High to appear before the Board of Zoning Appeals.
PUBLIC HEARING ZV-79-105 - Mr. Joseph Wise, Jr.
Gordon Savage, Attorney, appeared before the Board to represent Mr. Wise.
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board declared Mr. Wise in violation of Ordinance 1971-6 and granted him ninety (90) days to come into compliance.
PUBLIC HEARING ZV-79-106 - Mr. William McLean
No one present wished to discuss this hearing with the Board.
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board declared Mr. McLean in violation of Ordinance 1971-6 and granted him sixty (60) days to come into compliance.
PUBLIC HEARING ZV-79-109 - Mr. William Gilmore
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 declared Mr. Gilmore in violation of Ordinance 1971-6 and granted him thirty (30) days in which to comply.
PUBLIC HEARING ZV-79-110 - Mr. Harold Croncich
Mr. Harold Croncich was present to answer any questions the Board might have.
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board declared Mr. Croncich in violation of Ordinance 1971-6 and granted him thirty (30) days in which to comply.
PUBLIC HEARING ZV-79-111 - Mr. R. A. Martin
Mr. R. A. Martin was present to answer any questions the Board might have.
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board postponed this hearing for 120 days to allow Mr. Willett, Planning Director, sufficient time to work with the residents of Deerhaven for a solution suitable to County Regulations and the residents.
PUBLIC HEARING ZV-79-113 - Mrs. Mary Miller
Mrs. Mary Miller was present to answer any questions the Board might have.
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board postponed this hearing for 120 days to allow Mr. Willett, Planning Director, sufficient time to work with the residents of Deerhaven for a solution suitable to County Regulations and the residents.
PUBLIC HEARING ZV-79-114 - Mr. Jay Mason
Mrs. Debra Wingfield was present and informed the Board she was the owner of the ducks and had turned the ducks loose.
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board found Mr. Mason not in violation and the charge was dropped.
ZONING/CODE VIOLATIONS
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the recommendation of Mr. Willett, Planning Director, to hold any code violations for the Deerhaven area until the end of September unless the problem is health oriented and those would be taken care of.
ROAD - COUNTY, STATE/COMMUNICATIONS
Commr. Windram informed the Board he had received a letter from the Department of Transportation stating SR 33 from SR 50, to SR 25/US 27, 13.509 miles, and SR 561 from SR 25/US 27 to SR 19, 2.742 miles, were being transferred to the jurisdiction of Lake County.
COMMUNICATIONS
Commr. Windram read a letter from Teleprompter Cable TV stating their apologies for the delinquency of franchise fee payment which was due on May 6, 1979.
COMMUNICATIONS
Commr. Windram informed the Board he had received a letter from Mr. William H. All, Jr., Georgia, stating he would like to sell to the County the following described property for the 1978 tax roll assessed value of $950.00.
Lots 8 & 9 in Huey and Harvey Subdivision, according to the Plat thereof as recorded in Plat Book 6, Page 10 Public Records, Lake County, Florida.
The Board instructed the Clerk to check further on the property and report back to the Board.
MENTAL HEALTH/COMMUNICATIONS
Commr. Windram read a letter from District III Mental Health Board, Inc., stating they had hired Mr. Ray Beville as Finance & Accounting Director for the District Board, effective August 1, 1979.
TAX COLLECTOR
Mr. Ford, County Attorney, advised the Board he had reviewed the Certificate of Errors and Corrections from the Tax Collector and they appear to be in order.
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the Certificate of Errors and Corrections as presented.
FAIRGROUNDS/CONTRACTS & AGREEMENTS
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board approved the extension of the Lease Contract with the Fairgrounds for a period of six (6) months.
MEETINGS
Mr. Ford, County Attorney, informed the Board that the Board of Building Examiners would meet at 4:00 P.M. today and the septic tank regulating process would be discussed. Mr. Deems, Mr. Watkins, and Mr. Ford will be present at this meeting, as well as Dr. Atkinson from the County Health Department.
AUDITS
Discussion occurred regarding the funding for the annual audits required under House Bill 1046. Mr. Ford stated he had talked with several counties concerning a possible suit to obtain funding from the State for the required audits.
Mr. Ford will investigate further and report to the Board again next week.
COUNTY EMPLOYEES/ACCOUNTS ALLOWED
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board approved a salary of $24,000.00 per year for the Director of Development & Public Works Division. The increase is to be retroactive to June 12, 1979, at which time Mr. Willett was approved as head of that Division.
There being no further business to be brought to the attention of the Board, adjournment was at 3:25 P.M.
Thomas J. Windram, Chairman
James C. Watkins, Clerk