A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

May 13, 1980

The Lake County Board of County Commissioners convened in Regular Session on Tuesday, May 13, 1980, at 9:00 A.M. in the Board of County Commissioners' Meeting Room, Courthouse, Tavares, Florida. Commissioners present were: C. A. "Lex" Deems, Chairman; Thomas J. Windram; Glenn Y. Middleton; James R. Carson, Jr.; and Glenn C. Burhans. Others present were: Christopher C. Ford, County Attorney; and Pat Goetzen, Deputy Clerk.

The Invocation was given by Commr. Carson and the Pledge was by Commr. Windram.

COMMUNICATIONS

Mrs. Glennis Ford, Tavares, appeared before the Board to request a bus route be established from Jacksonville down Highway 19. The Board advised Mrs. Ford, they had no jurisdiction over the bus lines but she should contact the Public Service Commission and possibly submit a petition for the request.

MUNICIPALITIES

Jeff Ray, City of Mt. Dora, addressed the Board in regard to property which was once a landfill and the City is now attempting to develop it into a recreational park. The property consists of approximately three (3) to four (4) acres. At present tennis courts, raquet ball courts, etc. exist. The City wants to build two ball fields, softball and little league and request the Board keep an open mind to any possible assistance in this project. One problem which Mr. Ray elaborated on was that of glass from the old landfill which works up through the soil and could cause serious injury. So far no one has been able to come up with a satisfactory

solution regarding the glass.

The Board advised Mr. Ray they would give the project consideration.

POLLUTION CONTROL/COUNTY EMPLOYEES/PERSONNEL

Mr. Timmons, Personnel Director, presented a request from Pollution Control to reclassify one position in the Field of Technician Classification with a budgeted salary of $11,650.00 to that of Technical Services Supervisor, with a budgeted salary of $13,000.00. Mr. Timmons indicated the funds were available for the increase.

On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the Board approved the above request as presented by Mr. Timmons, Personnel Director.

WELFARE DEPARTMENT/COUNTY EMPLOYEES/PERSONNEL DEPARTMENT

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Board approved the request of Myra Smith, Welfare Director, for a merit increase for Maureen Worth, Housing Program Specialist in the amount of $300.00 annually. Mrs. Smith indicated Ms. Worth held a very responsible and complex position and handled it quite capably.

Effective date to be May 26, 1980.

PLANNING DEPARTMENT/COUNTY EMPLOYEES/PERSONNEL DEPARTMENT

On a motion by Commr. Middleton, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved a mid-year salary increase in the amount of $300.00 for Sandra Casburn, Code Enforcement Officer.

Ms. Casburn was inadvertently omitted by the department from the list of increases submitted to the Board on May 6, 1980.

OUTDOOR RECREATIONAL FACILITIES/COMMUNICATIONS

Mr. Carson stated he had received a telephone call from Mr. Bruce McClelland, a resident of the Lake Dalahousie area.

Mr. McClelland appeared before the Board several weeks ago to request some type of assistance to the reoccurring problems at the boat ramp and park area on Lake Dalahousie. Mr. McClelland again ask Commr. Carson for assistance from the Board to acquire some type of enforcement in the area discussed.

Discussion occurred regarding possible solutions. It was felt additional rules would not be the answer due to the lack of enforcement of the present rules. The Board referred to the Resolution which was passed at the May 6, 1980 meeting requesting additional assistance from the Sheriff's Department to patrol the area and enforce the established regulations.

Mr. Happy Casson, Fruitland Park, stated the City of Fruitland Park had resolved a similar problem by limiting the size of boat and motor allowed in the lake and suggested the same might help in this situation.

The Board directed Mr. Ford, County Attorney, to research Mr. Casson's idea and the other possible solutions mentioned. It was also noted by Commr. Burhans that the Resolution previously discussed should include weekends and nights.

GAME & FRESH WATER FISH COMMISSION

Commr. Windram referred to a letter he received from the Florida Game and Fresh Water Fish Commission advising that beginning April 21, 1980 and ending May 8, 1980, Florida Fish Farms, Inc., Ocala, stocked 302,246 largemouth bass fingerlings in Lake County as follows:

Lake Griffin 103,020

Lake Harris 50,254

Lake Yale 25,650

Lake Eustis 51,544

Lake Minneola 24,990

Lake Minnehaha 27,038

Lake Louisa 20,750

302,246 TOTAL

There was no charge for the 2,246 fish stocked over the 300,000 fish originally purchased. Lake Dora was not stocked due to a research project underway there by the Game and Fish Commission.

MOSQUITO CONTROL/TRAVEL/ACCOUNTS ALLOWED

On a motion by Commr. Middleton, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Board approved Steve Smith, Mosquito Control- Aquatic Weed Control, to attend the Aquatic Weed Control Short Course at the University of Florida in Gainesville, June 16 through 20, 1980. Total anticipated cost to be $225.00 (including $25.00 registration fee).

The motion also included approval for the Clerk to issue a check on June 13, 1980, to cover the cost providing the Finance Department does not incur bookkeeping or procedural problems in doing so.

COMMISSIONERS/COMMUNICATIONS

Commr. Deems informed the Board he had received a telephone call from Mrs. Bell of the Tavares Chamber of Commerce asking if the Commissioners would like to have their pictures taken and put in the Chamber's annual brochure. The cost of participating would be approximately $180.00.

After discussion, the Board directed the Clerk to contact Mrs. Bell and advise that the Board appreciates the opportunity however, they decided not to participate.

COMMUNICATIONS

Commr. Deems stated Lake Sumter Community Mental Health had requested the Board provide an informational booth at the seminar "A Family Affair", to be held at the Fairgrounds on Saturday, May 17, 1980, at a cost of $10.00.

The Board directed the Clerk to contact Mental Health and advise that the Board does not feel there is sufficient time to prepare for the event therefore, will not be participating with a booth.

AGRICULTURAL CENTER/PUBLIC WORKS/ROADS - COUNTY, STATE

On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the request of Earl Kelly, Lake County Extension Service Director, for Public Works Department to fill in washouts in the 4-H Camp McQuarrie Road.

AGRICULTURAL CENTER/TRAVEL/ACCOUNTS ALLOWED

On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the Board approved travel for three (3) 4-H members and one adult leader to attend the 1980 Citizenship Washington Focus, in Washington, D. C., June 13 through 23, 1980.

The total anticipated expenditure of funds as follows:

Housing & Tuition - 4 @ $128.00 $512.00

Motel - 1 @ 10.00 10.00

$522.00 TOTAL

Expenditure to be paid from the Agricultural Extension budget; Account #OOl-537-l-00-43-000-824.

AGRICULTURAL CENTER/FUNDS-TRANSFER

On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the Board approved the request of Earl M. Kelly, County Extension Service Director, to transfer $l,OOO.OO from account #Ool-537-1-00-43-000-120 (Salaries - Agent 2 vacant position) to account #OOl-537-l-00-43-000-462 (Maintenance Equipment) due to unexpected expenses in repair of Chevrolet Station Wagon, County property #5765; and the Gravley mowing machine, County property #5214.

MUNICIPALITIES/SIGNS

On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Board approved a request submitted to Commr. Burhans by the Astor Community Association for a double-faced sign, denoting the "Astor Community Center", to be placed at the intersection of South Highway 40 and Third Street in Astor, directing toward the Astor Community Center. The sign is to be made by the County Sign Shop and placed at the requested intersection by Public Works.

NURSING HOME/PURCHASING/ACCOUNTS ALLOWED

On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the Board authorized the Purchasing Department to purchase one 7 l/2" gravity fed meat slicer at $325.00 plus $9.00 freight from Orlando (in stock) and 44 white bedspreads from Peak Textiles, Americus, Georgia at $9.10 each plus freight, estimated at $40.00 (total of approximately $440.00). Both purchases requested for the Nursing Home.

PETITIONS

Commr. Burhans presented a petition from residents of Tara Mobile Home Park stating their problems with mosquitos, rats and snakes which could be coming from a sink hole near the park. Mr. Wicks, Pollution Control, and Mr. Willett, Development and Public Works Director, are checking into the problem.

Discussion occurred regarding the problem of mosquitos in the County. Commr. Windram suggested spraying by plane when the problem is excessive and the Board asked Commr. Middleton to check into the possibility.

PETITIONS/ROADS-COUNTY, STATE

Commr. Burhans presented a petition from the residents of Paisley Heights Subdivision requesting the County to pave Forest Road 38. The Board referred the petition to Mr. Willett, Development and Public Works Director, for further consideration.

PURCHASING DEPARTMENT/BIDS

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the Board authorized Norma Showley, Purchasing Agent to possibly extend the present bid or rebid for sign blanks.

BONDS - CONTRACTOR

On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the Board approved the following Contractor Bonds and Contractor Bonds Cancellations:

New Bonds

797-80 Edward B. Plotner d/b/a Plotner's Aluminum (Sheet Metal Work)

925-80 Kenneth Hatcher (Drywall)

1648-80 Ronald Giles d/b/a Alphin Plumbing (Plumbing)

1880-80 Andre E. Sayyah (Residential Building Contractor)

1881-80 Timothy R. Reilly (Masonry)

1882-80 George Daudelin (Masonry Residential)

1883-80 Eddie Palmateer (Air Conditioning Class B)

1884-80 Winston C. Ivery d/b/a Ivery Masonry (Masonry Contractor)

1886-80 James R. Garner (Residential Contractor)

1887-80 James Cochran d/b/a Tiffany Pools of Central Florida, Inc. (Swimming Pool Contractor)

1888-80 George A. Genbecki (Code 107 Class A, Air Conditioners)

Cancellations

1184-76 William A. Vinton d/b/a Ken & Walt's Air Conditioning & Heating, Inc., (Mechanical Contractor)

FUNDS - TRANSFERS

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

Planning Department

Transfer $300.00 from 001-515-1-00-18-010-120 (Salaries) to 001-515- 1-00-18-010-462 (Equipment Maintenance).

Reason: To cover cost of new drum for copy machine.

Block Grant B-79

Transfer $l,OOO.OO from 126-554-1-00-18-430-120 (Salaries) to

126-554-l-00-18-430-230 (Life and Health Insurance).



Reason: Transfer funds to proper line item.

Clerk of the Circuit Court

Transfer $160.00 from 001-513-1-00-02-310-510 (Office Supplies) to 001-513-1-00-02-310-540 (Books, Publications & Dues).



Reason: To pay membership dues for Financial Officer's Association.



Aquatic Weed Control

Transfer $l,OOO.OO from 118-537-l-00-29-20-521 (Gasoline & Lubricants) Transfer $750.00 from 118-537-l-00-29-20-462 (Equipment Maintenance) Transfer $1,750.00 to 118-537-l-00-29-20-523 (Chemicals & Lab Supplies)



Reason: To purchase additional chemicals.

Board Operations

Transfer $770.00 from 001-511-1-00-01-010-250 (Unemployment Compensation) to 001-525-1-00-26-000-250 (Unemployment Compensation).



Reason: To pay for unemployment under proper department accounts.



County Judges

Transfer $84.00 from 111-516-1-00-50-000-640 (Machinery & Equipment) to 111-516-1-00-50-000-462 (Maintenance of Equipment).



Reason: Maintenance service on Judge Milton's recorder and transcriber.



Board Operations

Transfer $110.00 from 116-562-1-00-29-110-250 (Unemployment Compensation) to 001-511-1-00-01-010-250 (Unemployment Compensation)..



Reason: To pay for unemployment under proper account.

CLERK OF CIRCUIT COURT

The statement of expenses incurred for Circuit Court Work for Family Relations Division - Uniform Support Department, September 1, 1979 through April 30, 1980, in the amount of $4,920.00 and also the statement of expenses incurred for Circuit Court Work for Juvenile Division, February 1, 1980 through April 30, 1980, in the amount of $8,840.00, was presented to the Board.

The Board requested the Clerk check the statements regarding a portion of the billing being in the 1979 budget year.

CHECKS RECEIVED/COUNTY PROPERTY

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the Board accepted check #78713347 from the Leesburg Insurance Agency, in the amount of $295.12, for claim regarding Lake County property #5990, involved in an accident on March 28, 1980.

RESOLUTIONS/PUBLIC WORKS/COUNTY EMPLOYEES

On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board authorized the Chairman to sign the Resolution for Louis Endinger, Road and Bridge employee who was killed recently in an automobile accident.

JAIL/NURSING HOME/ACCOUNTS ALLOWED

On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved payment to John Dickerson, Architect for the following:

Lake County Jail, Electrical

Lighting Renovation ------------------- $928.31

Lake County Jail Weatherproofing

Project #6-79 (Telephone Expenses)------$1.38

Lake County Nursing Home, Project #5-80-$575.00

$1,504.69 TOTAL

BONDS-MOBILE HOME

On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board approved the request of Jerald Ray Byrd, Lake Seneca Area, District #4, 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. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the request of Robert E. Gnann, Pine Lakes Area, District #5, 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.

PLANNING DEPARTMENT

On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the request for waiver of improvement requirements and plan requirements of the Subdivision Regulations - Section 62 for Estelle Ray Robinson, Sorrento Area, District #4, Case #80-19.

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board approved the request for waiver of improvement requirements and plan requirements of the Subdivision Regulations - Section 62 for Glenn Parker, Lady Lake Area, District #l, Case #80-20.

GRANTS/CONTRACTS, AGREEMENTS & LEASES

On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Board authorized the Chairman to sign the demolition contract under the Community Development Block Grant B-78 - South East Umatilla with Mary Louise Elton for the warehouse in South East Umatilla.

GRANTS/CONTRACTS, AGREEMENTS, LEASES/ACCOUNTS ALLOWED

On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried, the Board approved to pay Estimate #2 in the amount of $24,523.87 to All American Construction Company, Inc.- Village of Sorrento, Project No. 2-80.

Commr. Burhans was not present for the vote.

On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved to pay the entire cost of $42,363.56 for the paving of DR 4-4488 with Revenue Sharing Funds. On August 7, 1979, the Board approved paying the cost of paving this road, at an approximate cost of $29,000.00 with Revenue Sharing Funds. A foot of the road to be paved, extended and incorporated in cost of materials.

SIGNS-SPEED LIMITS/ROADS - COUNTY, STATE

On a motion by Commr. Middleton, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the following speed limits for Vinola Gardens Subdivision and directed the County Sign Shop to construct the signs and the Public Works Department to place them in the proper areas:

#3-1857 - Vinola Lane

#3-1856 - Vinola Place

#3-1858 - Vinola Court

#3-1859 - Vinola Drive

PUBLIC WORKS/ACCOUNTS ALLOWED

On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the rental of a pan for approximately six (6) weeks from Rosiers, at an approximate cost of $3,800.00 per month. The equipment will be used at the Lady Lake and Astatula Landfill.

PUBLIC WORKS/ROADS - COUNTY, STATE

On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the Board authorized Mr. Willett, Development and Public Works Director, and Mr. Ford, County Attorney, to pursue with DOT the proposal to alter the design and build one access road off of SR 44 for entrance and exit from Bonfire Mobile Home Park and Winston's Mobile Home Park to SR 44.

CONTRACTS, AGREEMENTS, LEASES/ MUNICIPALITIES

On a motion by Conunr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the Board approved the Interlocal Agreement between Lake County and the South Lake Fire District regarding purchasing.

HOSPITALS/COMMUNICATIONS

Discussion occurred regarding a request from Waterman Memorial Hospital for a Certificate of Need and Necessity for a special transportation (non-emergency) system being implemented by the Hospital.

Commr. Burhans advised the Board that Dr. Langley would like an opportunity to discuss this idea with the Board. Commr. Deems directed the Clerk to contact Dr. Langley to schedule a time on the agenda. The Board also directed Mr. Ford, County Attorney, to check with Lake Sumter Community Mental Health Center to confirm the above mentioned transportation is not the same as that of Mental Health Center.

COURTHOUSE

Discussion occurred regarding the locks on the new Courthouse doors. On several occasions there have been reports of the doors being unlocked on weekends or evenings.

The matter was referred to the Building Committee for review and recommendation.

RECESS AND REASSEMBLY

At 10:50 A.M. the Chairman announced the Board would recess until 2:00 P.M. with the Board having lunch at 12:00 NOON at the Silver Lake Golf and Country Club.

The Board reconvened at 2:00 P.M. for the Rezoning Agenda.

REZONING

PUBLIC HEARING CUP #702-l CUP in RM Orange Blossom Gardens

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

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the Board upheld the recommendation of the Planning Commission and approved the CUP in RM (Mobile Home Residential) for a church.

PUBLIC HEARING CUP #701-4 CUP in A Jimmy Godwin

Mr. Dale Barnes, property owner to the north and east of subject property; Mr. Eggelston, East Lake Joanna; Mrs. William McQuerry, west of airport; Mr. Robert Tuller, Lake County Conservation Council; Mr. J. E. Stevens, East Lake Joanna; and Mr. Fred Kurras addressed the Board individually expressing their opposition to this request. Among the reasons for opposition were problems such as fences being torn down by the parachutists: animals in the pastures being beaten with the parachutists' head gear; noise, etc.

Mr. Godwin addressed the Board stating the operation would be on a small restricted scale and only the parachutists would be camping on the property, not tourists. Mike Norvell, Attorney for Mr. Godwin, advised the Board there had been camping on the property in the past however, Mr. Godwin was unaware there were rules which prohibited such activity. Mr. Norvell stated that when Mr. Godwin was advised of the rules, the camping was immediately ceased.

On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board overturned the recommendation of the Planning Commission and denied the request for rezoning.

PUBLIC HEARING CUP #703-4 CUP IN A Adventist Health Systems



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

On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board upheld the recommendation of the Planning Commission and granted the CUP in A for a lifestyle center.

PUBLIC HEARING #47-80-4 C-l to C-2 Carl A. White (Robert R. Cyrus)

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

On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board postponed this case until June 10, 1980, at 2:00 P.M. or as soon thereafter as possible.

PUBLIC HEARING #42-80-4 A to R-1-7 Frank Brittian

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

On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the Board upheld the recommendation of the Planning Commission and approved the rezoning from A (Agriculture) to R-l-7 (Urban Residential).

PUBLIC HEARING #46-80-4 A to AR Steve Goddard

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

On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the Board upheld the recommendation of the Planning Commission and approved therezoning from A (Agriculture) to AR (Agricultural Residential).

PUBLIC HEARING #40-80-5 A to C-l or CP George Weyrauch

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

On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board postponed this case until June 10, 1980, at 2:00 P.M. or as soon thereafter as possible.

PUBLIC HEARING #45-80-5 A to AR Margie V. Goddard

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

On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Board upheld the recommendation of the Planning Commission and approved the rezoning from A (Agricultural) to AR (Agricultural Residential).

PUBLIC HEARING #48-80-5 RA to A James P. Logan

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

On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the Board upheld the recommendation of the Planning Commission and approved the rezoning from RA (Ranchette District) to A (Agricultural).

PUBLIC HEARING CUP #706-l CUP in R-l-7 J. Edward Conway

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

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board upheld the recommendation of the Planning Commission and postponed this case until June 10, 1980, at 2:00 P.M. or as soon thereafter as possible.

PUBLIC HEARING #44-80-l Claire Edwards R-l-7 to R-l-5 or RM

Mrs. Berriman addressed the Board stating she lived on the same street as the property involved and was very much opposed to this request. Mrs. Berriman stated her opposition stemed from the conduct of the party, not Mrs. Edwards, living in the mobile home which is illegally on the property at the present time.

Mrs. Edwards addressed the Board and stated she did not partiularly want the rezoning for the reasons mentioned by Mrs. Berriman.

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the Board overturned the recommendation of the Planning Commission and denied the rezoning.

PUBLIC HEARING #49-80-l Change of Use in CP Allan L. Silbernagel

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

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board postponed this case until July 8, 1980, at 2:00 P.M. or as soon thereafter as possible.

PUBLIC HEARING #43-80-l RR to A Maria K. Evans

Steve Richey, Attorney for petitioner, appeared before the Board to request a 30 day postponement.

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board postponed this case until June 10, 1980, at 2:00 P.M. or as soon thereafter as possible.

PUBLIC HEARING #41-80-l RR to A Casey D. Jones

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

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board upheld the recommendation of the Planning Commission and approved the rezoning from RR (Rural Residential) to A (Agricultural).

PUBLIC HEARING #39-80-2 A to RR Jesse & Reva Storv

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

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board upheld the recommendation of the Planning Commission and approved the rezoning from A (Agricultural) to RR (Rural Residential).

PUBLIC HEARING CUP #708-3 CUP in A Giddens Groves, Inc

Mr. Keith Klinger, representing Florida Airspray Inc., addressed the Board stating opposition to the request for a CUP in A (Agricultural) for a TV tower and transmitter facility. Mr. Klinger stated he felt the facility would be located too close to the airport of Florida Airspray and others, which would cause interference with the operation of the planes when spraying groves.

Mr. Charles Sunderman also addressed the Board expressing his opposition to the request. Mr. Sunderman felt there was a considerable lack of information provided to the people in the area of the proposed tower as well as Lake County. He did state Attorney George Hovis did make an effort to inform the people in the area by having a meeting with information concerning the facility. Mr. Sunderman stated the height of the tower was much taller than other towers in Lake County or surrounding counties. He stated if the tower were to fall directly over rather than fall in pieces, it would fall almost directly on a tenant house which he owns. Mr. Sunderman stated he and his wife had driven to Winter Garden to see for themselves the tower which is located in that area. He stated the blinking lights on the tower were very annoying and he felt they would be even more so if located close to a home.

Mr. Sunderman feels there are others in the area and Lake County who would oppose this request if they were informed on the subject and given the opportunity to speak out.

Mr. C. V. Jenkins addressed the Board and stated he was unaware of this request until this date. Mr. Jenkins lives in the area and is opposed to the tower.

Attorney George Hovis, representing the petitioner, addressed the Board in favor of the request and introduced Mr. Curtis Willard, Chief and Vice President, West Gayman, WKRG TV, Mobile, Alabama to answer any questions the Board might have.

On a motion by Commr. Middleton, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried, the Board upheld the recommendation of the Planning Commission and approved a CUP in A (Agriculture) for a T.V. Tower and transmitting facility.

Commr. Burhans voted "No".

PUBLIC HEARING #38-80-3 A to RP K. Martin & J. Peterman

No one present wished to discuss this case with the Board On a motion by Commr. Middleton, seconded by Commr.

Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board upheld the recommendation of the Planning Commission and approved rezoning from A (Agriculture) to RP (Multiple-Family Residential-Professional).

PUBLIC HEARING CUP #707-3 CUP in A George R. Sprinkle

Steve Richey, Attorney, representing Mr. Sprinkle, addressed the board expressing opposition to the Planning Commission's recommendation for denial of the request.

On a motion by Commr. Middleton, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board overturned the recommendation of the Planning Commission and granted the CUP in A (Agricultural) for a travel trailer park.

RECESS AND REASSEMBLY

At 4:23 P.M. the Chairman announced the Board would recess for two (2) minutes. The Board reconvened at 4:25 P.M.

RESOLUTION/AUDITS

On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the Board authorized the Chairman to sign the Resolution requested by the State of Florida for the audit contract.

RESOLUTIONS/SCHOOLS

On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the Board directed Mr. Ford, County Attorney, to draw up Resolutions opposing proposed House Bill #1209 and Senate Bill #773 regarding the operation of the DWI Schools being turned over to the Department of Health and Rehabilitative Services. The Resolutions are to be sent to the proper members of the House and Senate.

There being no further business to bring to the attention of the Board, the meeting adjourned at 4:28 P.M.

C. A. "Lex" Deems, Chairman

James C. Watkins, Clerk