A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
OCTOBER 6, 1981
The Lake County Board of County Commssioners met in Regular Session on Tuesday, October 6, 1981, at 9:00 A.M. in the Board of County Commissioners' Meeting Room, Courthouse, Tavares, Florida. Commissioners present were: Glenn C. Burhans, Chairman; Thomas J . Windram; Claude Smoak; James R. Carson, Jr.; and C. A. "Lex" Deems. Others present were: James C. Watkins, Clerk; Christopher C. Ford, County Attorney; and Mary Grover.
The Invocation was given by Mr. Watkins and the Pledge of
Allegiance was led by Commr. Deems.
CETA/CONTRACTS & LEASES & AGREEMENTS
Mr. James Flowers, CETA Director, addressed the Board requesting the Board approve an interim agreement for the CETA Title IV Program.
On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried unanimously, the Board approved and authorized the Chairman to sign an interim agreement for the CETA Title IV Program for FY '82.
PROCLAMATIONS/RESOLUTIONS/COMMUNICATIONS
Mr. Dan Gordon, representing United Way, addressed the Board requesting the Board consider a Proclamation proclaiming the month of October as a County Wide United Way Month. He further suggested the Board consider raising funds for United Way through payroll deductions. Commr . Burhans informed Mr. Gordon the Board had discussed the possibility of payroll deductions and had decided not to provide the payroll deduction.
Chris Ford, County Attorney, suggested the Board consider the sentence which asks the citizens of Lake County to make contributions and pledges. The Board deleted the part of the sentence which asks the citizens to contribute to United Way.
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Board approved the Proclamation as rewritten and authorized the Chairman to sign the Proclamation declaring the month of October as County Wide United Way Month.
BIDS/COMMUNICATIONS
Mr. Lee Myers, representing Mid-State Office Equipment, addressed the Board regarding the County Bid #004-82 for Office Supplies. Mr. Myers stated he felt the Bid should be rescinded, rebidded, or awarded to Mid-State Office Equipment. He further stated his Company was supplying the same items which are in the Boise Catalog. Commr . Deems stated the bid specifications specifically stated that the Boise Catalog be furnished with each bid.
Mr. Watkins, Clerk, stated the bid specs now specified the Boise Cascade Catalog be used, but in the future, the Bid would probably also state "or the equivalent".
Mr. Myers stated he had been informed by the Purchasing Department a catalog equivalent to the Boise Catalog could be used.
Commr . Smoak suggested the Board instruct the Purchasing Department to review the bid specifications to include any catalog as long as it provides a comparable product.
After considerable discussion, it was the feeling of the Board to leave the bid as it stands.
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Board approved the request for waiver of improvement requirements and plan requirements of the Subdivision Regulations - Section 62, from John G. Brouwer - Astatula Area - District #3 - Case #81-36.
On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the request for waiver improvement requirements and plan requirements of the Subdivision Regulations - Section 62, from Jack E. McDonald - Sorrento Area- District #4 - Case #81-37.
BONDS - MOBILE HOME
On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the request of Hobby Auto Sales - Silver Lake Area - District #1 and C. G. Phillips - Astor Area - District #5, to live in mobile homes on the same piece of property on which their conventional office is being built subject to the proper bond being posted and with the understanding the mobile homes will be removed immediately upon the completion of the conventional dwelling or upon the request of the Board of County Commissioners.
BONDS - MOBILE HOME - RENEWALS
On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Board approved the renewal of Mobile Home Bonds for the following persons:
Herbert A. Penley - Altoona Area - District #5
Leonard E. and Jewel Willians - Paisley Area - District #5
BONDS - MOBILE HOME - CANCELLATIONS
On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Board approved the cancellation of Mobile Home Bonds for Oscar and Linda Helms and Gloria M. Timmerman in that the conventional construction dwelling units had been completed and the mobile homes had been removed from the property.
PUBLIC WORKS/ESCROW/ROADS - COUNTY, STATE
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried unanimously, the Board approved the request to release all but $7,362.40 from Country Club View 4th Addition Subdivision Construction escrow account to Silver Lake Estates; transferred $7,362.40 into the Maintenance escrow account; accepted and executed the Maintenance Escrow Agreement; and accepted the following roads, by Resolution, into the County Maintenance System and assigned the following road numbers:
Somerset Drive #1-5133C
Dorset Drive #l-5033B
ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/PUBLIC WORKS/ROADS - COUNTY, STATE
On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved partial payment on Project #14-81, C-455, to Superior Asphalt Company, Inc., in the amount of $72,104.59.
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved partial payment on Project #20-81, Lake Unity Road #l-6211, to Superior Asphalt company, Inc., in the amount of $1,500.00 (Revenue Sharing).
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board approved and authorized the execution of a Change Order from Square G. Construction Co., Inc., showing a decrease of $833.25 on Project #16-81, Forest Road 38 and Rancho Lane #5-8787.
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and
carried unanimously, the Board approved final payment to Square G. Construction Co., Inc., in the amount of $98,789.20 (Revenue Sharing) on Project #16-81, Forest Road 38 and Rancho Lane #5- 8787.
ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/BUILDING DEPARTMENT
On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved travel for William H. Dudgeon, Building Official, and Donald Smale, Deputy Building Official, to attend the Southern Building Code Congress, in Orlando, Florida, October 26th through October 29th, 1981 at an estimated cost of $332.00.
ROADS - COUNTY, STATE
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried unanimously, the Board approved the release of Road Reservations from DOT as contained in the following deed number:
#2865, all but 33 feet from centerline of C-48 and
all but 33 feet from centerline of Lime Avenue (Yalaha)
Mr. Ford, County Attorney, informed the Board that his office represents an estate in that area.
BIDS/PUBLIC WORKS
Mr. Mike Willett, Development & Public Works Director, addressed the Board to discuss the road paving project in East Umatilla Subdivision.
Mr. Willett informed the Board a road paving project was in the process in Umatilla and the Board could obtain a change order from Square G. Construction at a cost of $121,700.80 with the County supplying the clay.
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Board approved the change order from.from Square G. Construction Company, Inc., in the amount of $121,700.80 for the following roads in East Umatilla Subdivision:
A. DR 5-7873 (W. 9th Ave.) from C-450 North to 5th Street
B. DR 5-7873A (W. 8th Ave.) from C-450 North to 5th Street
C. DR 5-7874 (W. 6th Ave.) from 7th Street North to 9th Street
D . DR 5-7875 (W. 3rd Ave.) from 7th Street North to 9th Street
E. DR 5-7976 (W. 2nd Ave.) from C-450 North to 9th Street
BIDS/PUBLIC WORKS
Mr. Mike Willett, Development & Public Works Director, addressed the Board regarding the road paving project for roads located in Plymouth Terrace Subdivision. He stated he would like to bid the project two ways--bid it for double surface treatment as well as bid it for regular paving. He further stated he would like to meet with the property owners to see if a 25' right-of- way on DR 4-3585 could be vacated and dropped from the County Maintenance System.
On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried unanimously, the Board approved for Mr. Mike Willett, Development & Public Works Department, to bid the road paving project for Plymouth Terrace Subdivision both ways--double surface treatment and regular paving and check into vacating the 25' right-of-way on DR 4-3585 for the following roads located in Plymouth Terrace Subdivision:
A. DR 4-3685 (Pine Drive) from DR 4-3784 (Azalea Ave.) to c-437
B. The South & West 300 feet of DR 4-3585 (Palmetto Drive) from DR 4-3784 (Azalea Ave.)
C. DR 4-3784 (Azalea Avenue) from DR 4-3885 (Oak Lane) to DR 4-3585 (Palmetto Drive)
D. DR 4-3785 (Orange Avenue) from DR 4-3885 (Oak Lane)
to DR 4-3585 (Palmetto Drive)
E. DR 4-3786 (Palm Avenue) from DR 4-3885 (Oak Lane) to DR 4-3585 (Palmetto Drive)
F. DR 4-3886 (Magnolia Avenue) from DR 4-3885 (Oak Lane) to DR 4-3585 (Palmetto Drive).
PUBLIC WORKS/MUNICIPALITIES
Commr . Windram informed the Board he had received a request from the City of Eustis which involves 1.4 acres of County land next to the pistol range on Mt. Homer Road. Commr. Windram stated the and Mike Willett, Development & Public Works Department had looked at the property and felt Lake County had no use for the property.
On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried, the Board approved to deed the 1.4 acres adjoining the City of Eustis' pistol range to the City of Eustis.
Commr . Burhans voted "No".
SHERIFF/COMMUNICATIONS/JAIL
Commr . Burhans informed the Board he had received a letter from Sheriff Griffin which Sheriff Griffin had attached a copy of a check from Sheriff Adams of Sumter County in the amount of $3,380.00 for housing female inmates in the Lake County Jail for a period of time between January and July, 1981. Sheriff Griffin requested the money be refunded to the Lake County Sheriff's Department for account #436.
It was pointed out this was a supplementary budget request.
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board authorized the $3,380.00 be placed in the Fine & Forfeiture Funds and denied the request for a supplementary budget to the Sheriff's Department Budget at this time.
SHERIFF/JAIL
Commr . Burhans informed the Board he had received a letter from Sheriff Griffin requesting the Board raise the daily cost for inmates housed for Sumter County at the Lake County Jail to a minimum of $18.00 per day, excluding all dental and medical cost incurred by the inmate. In his letter, Sheriff Griffin stated he had researched the four (4) surrounding counties (Marion, Seminole, Volusia, and Orange Counties) to determine others cost per day to house inmates for other agencies.
Commr . Smoak suggested the request be referred to the Clerk to research the cost per prisoner per day.
Mr. Chris Ford, County Attorney, suggested the Board might consider entering into Interlocal Agreements with other jails where.both agree to house prisoners for less than the actual cost.
On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board referred the Sheriff's request to Mr. Watkins, Clerk, to determine the cost per average daily prisoner housed in the Jail and the recommendation back to the Board at the October 13, 1981, meeting.
ORDINANCE
At 1O:OO A.M. the Chairman announced the Board would postpone the public hearing on the proposed building ordinance until 10:30 A.M.
COUNTY EMPLOYEES/PERSONNEL/RESOLUTIONS
On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved and authorized the Chairman and Clerk to sign a Resolution for the following County Employees for fifteen (15) years of employment with Lake County:
Nettie Lee Bell
William Herbert Dudgeon
Jimmy Ponds
Lester Sutton
COUNTY EMPLOYEES/POLLUTION CONTROL
On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried unanimously, the Board approved, upon the recommendation of Mr. Timmons, Personnel Director, a $400.00 merit increase for Mr. Roland Lewis, Field Supervisor, Pollution Control, bringing his annual salary to $15,920.00, effective October 1, 1981.
ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/NURSING HOME
On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved travel for Mr. Lonnie Strickland, Administrator of Lake Memorial Nursing Home, to attend a three (3) day seminar to provide continuing education for his license, in Orlando, Florida, November 17-19, 1981, at an estimated cost of $413.00 plus use of county car.
PERSONNEL/COUNTY EMPLOYEES
Mr. Timmons, Personnel Director, informed the Board he had
hired Mr. Robert Martin as Assistant to the Personnel Director.
On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board reaffirmed the employment of
Mr. Robert Martin at an annual salary of $12,200.00 with a $300.00 increase at the end of his six (6) month probationary period.
PURCHASING/CONTRACTS & LEASES & AGREEMENTS
On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board awarded the contract on Pest Control Service to Certified Pest Control, (low bidder) at an annual cost $2,280.00 which includes pest control service at the Jail.
The Board instructed the Clerk to contact Sheriff Griffin to see if he is interested in participating in the contract with Certified Pest Control.
PURCHASING/CONTRACTS & LEASES & AGREEMENTS
Ms. Norma Showley, Purchasing Agent, addressed the Board regarding the contract for typewriter maintenance. She informed the Board the low bidder was Orange Business of Orlando, but she recommended the contract be awarded to IBM.
Commr . Windram made a motion, which was seconded by Commr. Smoak, to award the contract to A Typewriter of Leesburg.
Under discussion Ms. Showley pointed out the Tax Collector, Property Appraiser, and the Sheriff automatically renew with IBM and if the County added their machines the cost per machine would be reduced by $30.00 which would make IBM's overall bid low bid.
Commr . Windram withdrew his motion and Commr. Smoak withdrew his second.
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board awarded the contract of typewriter maintenance to IBM at a cost of $61.00 per year on standard typewriters and $69.00 per year on correcting typewriters.
PURCHASING/CONTRACTS & LEASES & AGREEMENTS
On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board awarded the contract on Radio Maintenance to James D. Cain 2-Way Radios, low quote, at an annual cost of $5.328.00.
ORDINANCES
At this time Commr. Burhans postponed the public hearing on the proposed Building Ordinance until 11:OO A.M.
ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/AGRICULTURE CENTER
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the purchase of a new compressor for the 7 1/2 ton York air conditioner for the Ag. Center (kitchen, stage, and Soil Conservation area) at a cost of $1,263.24, with Maintenance Department installing the compressor.
ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/JAIL
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved for Dunstan & Sons for the installation and materials other than the fixtures, for the plumbing renovation in the Jail at a cost of $33,954.00 and approved the fixtures be purchased from Hughes Supply at a cost of $100,046.86; total cost of the project being $134,000.86.
PURCHASING/PUBLIC WORKS/COMMUNICATIONS
Ms. Norma Showley, Purchasing Agent, addressed the Board stating the Old Amoco Bulk Plant was no longer owned by Kirkpatrick Fuel but it was now owned by Quality Petroleum. She stated Quality Petroleum was willing to negotiate a long term lease with the County for five (5) years at $450.00 per month rental with an allowable increase of not more than 10% increase per year. She further stated the transfer of gasoline would be 3c per gallon with yearly review of the transfer cost.
Ms. Showley informed the Board that Quality Petroleum was also willing to sell the property as is for $45,000 to $50,000. She stated the property contains three above ground storage tanks with a capacity of 54,000 gallons and two underground tanks with a capacity of approximately 7,000 gallons, four pumps and a warehouse of approximately 1,500 square feet. The land is approximately .4 acres.
Mr. Watkins, Clerk, informed the Board the Building Committee recommended the purchase of the plant.
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board authorized, upon the recommendation of the Building Committee, the County Attorney to check with the proper parties to see if a retaining wall is needed before committing a purchase and authorized Ms. Norma Showley, Purchasing Agent, and Mr. Ford, County Attorney, to obtain a ninety (90) day option to buy and also negotiate a temporary month-to-month lease with the provision of a long term lease should the County not purchase the property from Qaulity Petroleum.
PUBLIC HEALTH - HEALTH DEPARTMENT
Dr. June Atkinson, Director of Lake County Health Department, addressed the Board with a grant proposal applying for funds to build a Health Unit Facility in Umatilla. She stated the facility would be approximately 2,493 square feet.
Dr. Atkinson stated the cost share basis between the State and County would be up to a maximum of 50%. Mr. Willett, Development & Public Works Director, stated the property which the facility would be located on would have to be rezoned.
On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board authorized the Planning Department to work with Dr. Atkinson to present to the Board at the next meeting a firm proposal as specific as it can be and an application to participate in the budgeted State funds to construct the facility in Umatilla.
PUBLIC HEALTH - HEALTH DEPARTMENT
Dr. June Atkinson, Director of Lake County Health Department, informed the Board the lot next to the Leesburg Health Department was up for sale.
The Board referred Dr. Atkinson's request to purchase the lot to the Building Committee.
COMMUNICATIONS/PURCHASING
Ms. Norma Showley, Purchasing Agent, addressed the Board requesting permission to bid gasoline and oil. She stated she had received an information bulletin from the Governor's Energy Office. The Board referred the Bulletin to Mr. Ford, County Attorney, for his review.
PURCHASING
MS. Norma Showley, Purchasing Agent, addressed the Board to report on the six (6) county cooperative bids. Ms. Showley stated the Purchasing Department was buying nuts and bolt and copy paper on the six (6) county cooperative bids. She discussed the possibility of purchasing gasoline on the cooperative bid system.
The Board instructed Ms. Showley to meet with Mr. Ford, County Attorney to discuss the bidding of gasoline or the possibility of joining the six (6) cooperative bid systems and come back to the Board with a recommendation.
PURCHASING/PUBLIC WORKS
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board approved to accept the bid for sign blanks from Vulcan Signs & Materials, which is 20% less than last year's bid.
BUILDING DEPARTMENT/ORDINANCE
At 11:25 A.M. the Chairman announced the time had arrived for the public hearing regarding the proposed building ordinance. It was noted the proper proof of publication was on hand and had appeared in the September 18, 1981, and September 29, 1981, editions of the Sentinel Star, Little Sentinel.
Mr. Mike Willett, Development & Public Works Director, stated there were two (2) major changes to the ordinance. One change was that the ordinance would sunset after two (2) years and the other change was the addition of Code #8 - One & Two Family Dwelling Code - 1979 Edition. Mr. Willett recommended the cost of the building fee be changed from $32.00 to $25.00.
On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Board approved to amend the proposed building ordinance on page 33, sub-section (f) to change the $32.00 building fee per square foot to $25.00.
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Ordinance was placed on the floor for its first and final reading.
Commr. Carson read the proposed building ordinance as follows:
AN ORDINANCE REGULATING THE CONSTRUCTION AND HOME IMPROVEMENT INDUSTRIES; REPEALING ALL PRIOR INCONSISTENT ORDINANCES, REGULATIONS AND RULES; PROVIDING BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION CODES AND FEES FOR BUILDING PERMITS; CREATING A BOARD OF BUILDING EXAMINERS; PROVIDING FOR CERTIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS AND EXEMPTIONS FROM CERTIFICATION; ESTABLISHING FEES FOR CERTIFICATION; PROVIDING FOR RECIPROCITY; PROVIDING PENALTIES: PROVIDING A SEVERANCE CLAUSE; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE; PROVIDING A REPEAL DATE.
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Board moved the adoption of said Ordinance, Number 1981-8, as read by title only, on its first and final reading.
APPOINTMENTS/BUILDING DEPARTMENT
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board reappointed the following to the Board of Building Examiners:
BOARD TRADE TERM EXPIRES
Herb Spell General Contractor l/14/85
Jack Matsche General Contractor l/14/85
James Sheddan Mechanical l/14/85
Robert Allison Roofing Contractor l/14/83
Robert Hamel Mobile Homes l/14/83
Ralph Cone Roofing Contractor l/14/83
William Lawson Plumbing Contractor l/14/83
MINUTES
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried unanimously, the Board approved the Minutes of September 15, 1981, as corrected.
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried unanimously, the Board approved the Special Minutes of September 21, 1981, as submitted.
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems, and carried unanimously, the Board approved the Special Minutes (Final Budget Hearing) of September 21, 1981, as submitted.
JAILS/BUILDING COMMITTEE
Mr. Watkins, Clerk, informed the Board the Building Committee had requested Mr. Mike Willett, Development & Public Works Director, to pursue the possibility of obtaining State or Federal Grant money for the renovations at the Lake County Jail.
MENTAL HEALTH/COUNTY PROPERTY/COMMUNICATIONS
Mr. Watkins, Clerk, informed the Board the Building Committee had received a request from Lake/Sumter Community Mental Health regarding the possible provision of space or in kind service.
He stated the Building Committee reviewed with Mr. Lacey and MS. Scovill the buildings the Building Committee felt might be made available if the Board wished to do so.
The Building Committee recommended the Board allocate the.former Chamber of Commerce Building, which is now occupied by the Personnel Department, and the Hatcher Property to Lake/Sumter Community Mental Health Center to house the TASC Program and Rainbow's End Program. He further stated there would be no rental cost to the Mental Health Center. Any other expenses including utilities and maintenance are the responsibility of Mental Health.
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the recommendation of the Building Committee to house the TASC Program and the Rainbow's End Program in the former Chamber of Commerce Building and the Hatcher property with the understanding the contract will be a year to year basis with a 30 day termination clause.
JUDGES/ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/BUDGETS
Mr. Watkins, Clerk, informed the Board he had received a request from Judge Aulls to establish a budget not to exceed $2,000.00 for the purchase of office equipment for the Court Administrator. He stated Judge Aulls had agreed to request each of the counties in the circuit to pay a portion of the cost, based upon population.
On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Board approved to establish a budget not to exceed $2,000.00 for the purchase of office equipment for the Court Administrator. Funds to establish the budget to come from Contingency.
BONDS - CONTRACTOR
On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the following Contractor Bonds and Cancellations:
NEW
33-82 Gerald C. Jacobs (Building)
38-81 John D. McLeod, Jr. (General Building Class B)
58-82 Keith B. Davis
132-82 Travis Kennedy (Electrical)
199-82 George R. Morrison d/b/a Morrison Electrict and Heating and Air Conditioning, Inc. (Electric Heating & Air Conditioning)
449-82 Jack W. Eichenburg
464-82 W. H. Schroeder (Heating, Air Conditioning, Refrigeration, & Ventilation Don Clifford Smith (Masonry)
873-82 Alan Mielke d/b/a Milky Way Builders, Inc. (General)
962-82 James C. Harris, III (Heating, Air Conditioning,
Refrigeration & Ventilation)
984-82 Arwood Hollins (Mechanical).458 10-6-81
1043-81
1040-82 0. D. Divine (Roofing)
1109-82 John J. Kornhaus, Jr. (Electrical)
1271-82 0. B. Ellis, Sr. (Plumbing)
1366-82 Richard Whalen d/b/a Chain O'Lakes Mobile Home Park (Mobile Home) B. E. Massey (General)
1529-82 Thomas Adam d/b/a Adam Tile (Tile & Vinyl)
1580-82 William D. Johnson d/b/a Central Mobilaire, Inc. (Electrical)
1599-82 Richard D. Pape d/b/a Pape Electric, Inc. (Electrical)
1600-81 Charles Walters (Electrical)
1649-81 Robert C. Kohn (Electrical)
1674-82 Howard J. Meqinley, Sr. (General)
1694-82 Charles A. Clifton, Jr. d/b/a West Volusia Plumbing (Pluming)
1758-82 Joseph R. Peltz d/b/a De Anza Mid-Florida Lakes (Mobile Home) Henry Stephens (Roofing)
1762-82 Francis E. Grenier d/b/a Thermal Temp, Inc. (Heating, Air Conditioning, Refrigeration and Ventilation
1824-82 Donald A. Latner d/b/a Latner Electric (Electrical)
1863-82
1889-82
1912-82 Mike Hart d/b/a Mike's Air Conditioning & Heating (Air Conditioning & Heating
1971-82 Michael B. Noplis (Electrical)
1988-82 Michael J. Hall d/b/a Mid-Florida Air (Air Conditioning)
3000-81 Harry A. Ferran (Electrical)
3001-82 Bradley D. Turner (Electrical)
CANCELLATIONS
1168-81 George A. Porzig, Sr. d/b/a Al Porzig Plumbing, Inc.
1451-82 James M. Bowen
LICENSES & PERMITS
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board approved the following gun permits and bonds:
Roger Conner, Jr.
Virginia L. Hendricks
Raymond F. Lewis
ACCOUNTS ALLOWED
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Windram and
carried unanimously, the Board approved payment of warrants #18639 through #19163 for the following accounts:
General Revenue Fine & Forfeiture
County Transportation Trust Landfill
Revenue Sharing Aquatic Weed
Mosquito Control Section 8
Northeast Ambulance Law Enforcement Trust Fund
Northwest Ambulance CETA
Block Grant Certificate of Indebtedness
COR (Homes) COR (Buildings)
Special Assessment - Lk. Eustis Drive
INDIGENTS
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Board approved payment for the following
Indigents:
CANCEL: Francisco Fraticelle for Sharon Fowler............$50.00
CANCEL: Samuel Moreno for Sandra Jean Morqan..............$50.00
CANCEL: Ida M. Russell for Richard Green..................$50.00
CANCEL: Thomas Road Properties for Teresa Manywether......$50.00
CANCEL: Eva Nell Hardy for James Rodqers..................$50.00
CANCEL: Walker - O'Kelley Investments for Deborah Bouges..$40.00
CANCEL: Tom Grizzard, Inc. for Lorraine Jackson...........$5O.OO
REPORTS
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board acknowledged receipt of the following Distribution of Revenue, Traffic/Criminal Cases:
September 4, 1981
September 7-11, 1981
September 14-18, 1981
September 21-25, 1981
REPORTS
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board acknowledged receipt of the Financial Statements from Lake Community Action Agency, Inc. for the following
programs:
Lake County Nutrition Program - Title III-Cl and C2-OAA
Lake County Community Care for the Elderly
REPORTS
On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board acknowledged receipt of the Monthly Board Packet from Lake Community Action Agency.
REPORTS/PUBLIC HEALTH
On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board acknowledge receipt of the Annual Financial Statement from the Lake County Health Department.
PUBLIC HEALTH/HOSPITALS
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved and authorized the Chairman and the Clerk to sign the Petition for Admission to the A. G. Holley State Hospital for Ernest L. Crenshaw.
CETA
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board authorized the Chairman to sign signature cards to establish Letter of Credit for Prime Sponsorship for CETA.
CHECKS RECEIVED/PROPERTY APPRAISER
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried unanimously, the Board accepted check #812 from Ed Havill, Property Appraiser, in the amount of $912.96 for refund on postage (TRIM).
ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/PROPERTY APPRAISER
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved payment to Lake Data Center, Inc. in the amount of $500.00 for decolating the Notice of Proposed Property Taxes for Ed Havill, Property Appraiser.
PUBLIC HEALTH
On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Board authorized the Chairman to sign the Operating Budget for the Lake County Health Department for the Fiscal Year beginning July 1, 1981 and ending June 30, 1982.
ESCROW/ACCOUNTS ALLOWED
On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved to return $25.00 in escrow to Half Moon Portable Pottie Service.
INSURANCE/CHECK RECEIVED
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Board accepted a check from United States Fidelity and Guaranty Company in the amount of $184.10; payment due to lightning striking the fuse box at Representative Kelly's office.
CETA
On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried unanimously, the Board authorized the Chairman to sign the application for Federal Assistance for CETA.
ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/MOSQUITO CONTROL/VETERAN'S SERVICE
On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Board approved the following travel requests:
Travel for Philip Yoder, Director of Mosquito Control, to attend Fall Conference of Florida Anti-Mosquito Association, Plant City, Florida, on October 28 & 29, 1981, at an estimated cost of $87.50.
Travel for Philip Yoder, Director of Mosquito Control, and Eric Cotsenmoyer, Spray Boat Operator & Applicator, to attend Florida Aquatic Plant Management Society Annual Convention, Orlando, Florida on October 20 & 21, 1981 at an estimated cost of $24.00.
Travel for Art Ragland, Veteran's Service Officer, Obie Brown, and Dorothy Orr, to attend Veterans Service Officers' Mid- Winter training conference, to be held at St.
Petersburg, Florida, October 21, 22, 23, 1981 at an estimated cost of $583.50.
RECESS & REASSEMBLY
At 12:OO Noon the Chairman announced the Board would recess for lunch with each Commissioner lunching individually today. The Board reconvened at 2:00 P.M. for Code Violations.
CODE VIOLATIONS
PUBLIC HEARING zv-81-112 Juanita Geraghty
No one present wished to discuss this case with the Board.
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board declared Mrs. Geraghty in violation of Ordinance 1971-6 and granted her fifteen (15) days to remove the animals from the property.
PUBLIC HEARING ZV-81-167 Edward Gibson
Mrs. Gibson was present to discuss this case with the Board. Mrs. Gibson presented pictures of the location of the signs. Commr . Windram stated he had spoken with Mrs. Gibson regarding the situation. Discussion was held regarding where the road was located in the right-of-way and also the amount of road held by DOT.
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried unanimously, the Board postponed this case until November 3, 1981 until 2:00 P.M. or soon thereafter as possible and instructed Mr. White, Zoning Administrator, to research where the road is located in the right-of-way and find out how much right- of-way DOT has.
PUBLIC HEARING ZV-81-170 Margaret C. Miller
Mr. Dan Kennedy, Tavares, addressed the Board to state he was the alledged violator, Mrs. Miller is the property owner.
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried unanimously, the Board declared Mrs. Miller and Mr. Kennedy in violation of Ordinance 1971-6 and granted them sixty (60) days to comply.
PUBLIC HEARING ZV-81-171 Clayton Clay
Mrs. Clay was present to discuss this case with the Board. She stated they were in the process of selling the chickens.
On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Board declared Mr. Clay in violation of Ordinance 1971-6 and granted him thirty (30) days to remove the chickens from the property and come into compliance.
PUBLIC HEARING ZV-81-172 Mrs. John Boyd, Sr.
No one present wished to discuss this case with the Board.
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board declared Mrs. Boyd in violation of Ordinances 1971-6 and 1970-l and granted her thirty (30) days to comply.
PUBLIC HEARING ZV-81-174 Ralph Braswell
Mr. Ralph Braswell, zellwood, was present to discuss this case with the Board.
On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried unanimously, the Board declared Mr. Braswell in violation of Ordinance 1971-6 and granted him fifteen (15) days to remove the RV from the property or post a surety bond.
PUBLIC HEARING ZV-81-176 Ward Sturevant
Mr. Ward Sturevant, Leesburg, was present to discuss this case with the Board. It was noted a petition had been filed by area residents regarding the code violation.
Mr. Sturevant informed the Board he ran two businesses out of his home; one a garbage business and the other a well drilling business. He further stated he did not run an auto repair business.
Mr. Tom Nichols, resident of Western Shores, addressed the Board to state Mr. Sturevant had sold his garbage business. Mr. Sturevant informed the Board he had sold only half of his garbage business.
Mr. Andrew Carrigan, resident of Western Shores, also addressed the Board to discuss the code violation.
Mrs. Nancy Horton, representing the Bassville Park Committee, appeared before the Board to discuss the violations.
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board declared Mr. Sturevant in violation of Ordinance 1970-l and Ordinance 1971-6 and granted him thirty (30) days to clean up the unsightly condition and if Mr. Sturevant is operating any kind of repair service, the operation be ceased immediately.
PUBLIC HEARING ZV-81-177 Ellis Hensley
Mrs. Ellis Hensley, Clermont, was present to discuss this violation with the Board. She stated her husband has not been operating a commercial auto-repair.
On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board dismissed the case and instructed the staff that if Mr. Hensley is cited again sufficient evidence of the violation be brought before the Board.
PUBLIC HEARING ZV-81-184 Betty J. Simmons
No one present wished to discuss this case with the Board.
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board declared Mrs. Simmons in violation of Ordinance 1970-l and granted her thirty (30) days to comply.
PUBLIC HEARING ZV-81-140 Hugh Wilson
Mr. Wilson, Eustis, was present to discuss this case with the Board.
Mr. Wilson discussed the following violations:
A. His house. Mr. Wilson stated his house is almost completed.
B. Abandoned/inoperable bus. Mr. Wilson stated he was in the process of disassembling the bus and selling the parts. He stated this violation could be cleared within sixty (60) days.
C. Five (5) semi-tractors. Mr. Wilson stated he owned the semi-tractors and he brings them home to repair them. He stated he does not run a business and he does not do outside work.
Mr. Ford, County Attorney, stated as Mr. Wilson was using his property as a residence he might be able to park one tractor at his residence. Commr . Carson suggested Mr. Wilson might find another place to store the remaining four (4) tractors.
On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board declared Mr. Wilson in violation of Ordinance 1970-l and Ordinance 1971-6 and granted him sixty (60) days to comply.
PUBLIC HEARING ZV-81-196 C. and W. F. Daugherty
No one present wished to discuss this case with the Board.
Commr. Burhans read a letter received from Mr. Daugherty.
On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried unanimously, the Board postponed this case until November 3, 1981, until 2:00 P.M. or soon thereafter as possible.
PUBLIC HEARING ZV-81-206 Tex Merritt
Mr. Tex Merritt, Okahumpka, was present to discuss this case with the Board.
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried unanimously, the Board dismissed this case.
PUBLIC HEARING ZV-81-81-208 Vernon Lester Ryals
No one present wished to discuss this case with the Board.
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board declared Mr. Ryals in violation of Ordinance 1970-l and granted him thirty (30) days to remove the vehicles from the property.
PUBLIC HEARING zv-81-209 Meritha L. McRee
No one present wished to discuss this case with the Board.
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board declared Mrs. McRee in violation of Ordinance 1970-l and granted her thirty (30) days to remove the vehicles from the property.
PUBLIC HEARING ZV-81-212 Daisey Freeman
No one present wished to discuss this case with the Board.
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Board declared Ms. Freeman in violation of Ordinance 1971-6 and Ordinance 1970-l and granted her thirty (30) days to comply.
PUBLIC HEARING ZV-81-213 Jeffery Freeman
No one present wished to discuss this case with the Board.
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Board declared Mr. Freeman in violation of Ordinance 1970-l and granted him thirty (30) days to comply.
PUBLIC HEARING ZV-81-214 Nathaniel & Fred Sanders
No one present wished to discuss this case with the Board.
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board declared Messrs. Sanders in violation of Ordinance 1970-l and granted them thirty (30) days to remove the vehicles from the property.
PUBLIC HEARING ZV-81-216 84 Lumber Company
No one present wished to discuss this case with the Board.
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board declared the 84 Lumber Company in violation of Ordinance 1971-6 and granted them fifteen (15) days to comply.
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
Mr. Guy White, Zoning Administrator, informed the Board he had a repeat violation of a person keeping hogs on his property in a residential zone. He recommended the Board refer the case to Mr. Ford, County Attorney, to serve a mandatory injunction on Mr. J. 0. Rutland. He stated the violation had been reoccurring since 1975.
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board referred the violation to Mr. Chris Ford, County Attorney, for necessary action.
RECESS & REASSEMBLY
At 4:lO P.M. the Chairman announced the Board would recess for five (5) minutes.
The Board reconvened at 4:15 P.M.
PUBLIC WORKS/ROADS - COUNTY, STATE
Commr . Burhans informed the audience the Board would now discuss the paving of Lakeshore Drive (C-452).
Commr . Windram stated there had been a proposal to widen and resurface Lakeshore Drive. He stated several residents of Lakeshore Drive had expressed their concern with the project. He further stated a committee was selected comprised of three residents of Lakeshore Drive--Mr. Downey, Mr. Baker, and Mr. Clutts.
Commr . Windram read the following recommendations made by Mr. Mike Willett, Development & Public Works Director:
A. Resurface and building up those areas of the existing road that need attention because of lack of base, etc., and to make any needed drainage improvements within the existing contract.
B. Extend the present contract with Superior Asphalt on C- 455 from the Turnpike to Highway 50.
C. Request better enforcement of traffic regulations from the appropriate law enforcement agencies on C-452.
D . Add to the work program of the Planning Department the review of alternative bicycle and pedestrian pathways in lieu of widening roads that are similar to Lakeshore Drive.
Commr . Windram read that the recommendations were made for the following reasons:
A. When this project was approved, the County was under the impression that 42 and 450 would not be turned over to the County until 1982. Therefore, in order to tie in with the State contracts to do what we recommend we will have a short-term cash flow problem.
B. One of the principle dangers in widening this road is that we cannot guarantee that a serious change to the traffic problems would not occur and therefore significantly increase the traffic in a residential area.
C. Any alternatives that have been discussed or reviewed in any way would only complicate the poor communication and public information problem that is existent at this time.
Commr . Windram informed the audience that Mr. Baker, a member on the committee, could not be present but Mr. Baker indicated he was in favor of widening the road two (2) feet.
Mr. Jerry Clutts, resident of Lakeshore Drive, addressed to Board to express his appreciation on the Board's handling the situation at Lakeshore Drive.
Mr. Joe Strickland, resident of Lakeshore Drive, questioned the walk and bike paths. Commr . Windram stated the walk and bike paths were referred to the Planning Department for future review.
On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried unanimously, the Board approved the recommendations of Mr. Mike Willett, Development & Public Works Director, as stated earlier by Commr. Windram.
COMMUNICATIONS/ORDINANCES
Commr . Windram informed the Board he had received a request from Mr. George Daugherty, owner of Big C, proposing an Ordinance similar to Orange County, as far as limiting and restricting where package stores can be located. The Board instructed Commr . Windram write Mr. Daugherty stating the Board would continue their present policy by following the State Law.
SHERIFF
Commr. Burhans informed the Board he had received a request
from Sheriff Griffin requesting $219,000.00 for the purchase of replacement vehicles, six (6) new patrol vehicles and six (6) new radios.
Mr. Ford, County Attorney, stated the Board should go on to the new year's budget as approved and expend funds in accordance with the new budget.
Mr. Ford, County Attorney, stated the Board should obtain the financial situation from the Finance Department before making a decision.
The Board directed Commr. Burhans to meet with Sheriff Griffin to discuss the possibility of purchasing the six (6) new patrol vehicles and six (6) new radios and postpone the purchase of the replacement vehicles until the tax roll has been certified.
SHERIFF
Commr . Burhans informed the Board he had received a request from Sheriff Griffin regarding conversion to natural gas usage in the Jai Mr. Ford, County Attorney, stated Mr. Harry Nies, Clerk's Office, was in the process of obtaining the last report and would make the report to the next Building Committee.
SHERIFF/ACCOUNTS ALLOWED
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried, the Board approved the purchase of a 1975 Cessna 172, for the Sheriff's Department in the amount of $lO,OOO.OO.
(Original price of the aircraft was $17,500.00 with a trade in of $7,500.00 for the 1968 Cessna 177, N-2345Y, leaving a cash difference of $10,000.00). The funds to come from the special fund from the sale of the airplane.
Commr . Smoak was not present for the vote.
COMMUNICATIONS
Commr . Burhans referred the letter from Attorney General Smith to Mr. Louie L. Wainwright regarding the over crowding conditions in respect to County Jails to the Building Committee.
AG. CENTER/ACCOUNTS ALLOWED
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried, the Board approved the request from Dr. Kelly, Director of the Agriculture Center, for three (3) additional telephones at a cost of $106.00 for installation and an additional $39.60 per month.
Commr . Carson abstained from voting due to a conflict of interest.
Commr . Smoak was not present for the vote.
APPOINTMENTS/COMMISSIONERS/PUBLIC HEALTH
On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried, the Board approved to nominate Commr. Deems to serve on the Lake Community Action Agency Board of Directors.
Commr. Smoak was not present for the vote.
COMMUNICATIONS/PUBLIC HEALTH
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried, the Board directed the Clerk to write a letter of appreciation to the Lake Community Action Agency.
Commr . Smoak was not present for the vote.
SHERIFF/COMMUNICATIONS
Commr . Burhans stated he had received a letter from the Office of the Governor stating the budget hearing for the Lake County Sheriff's budget appeal has been scheduled for November 16, 1981, at 1:00 P.M. in Room B, Senate Office Building, Tallahassee, Florida.
APPOINTMENTS/FIRE DISTRICTS
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board appointed Mr. Don Johnson to serve as Fire Commissioner on the Northwest Fire District.
NURSING HOME/ACCOUNTS ALLOWED
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved travel for Lonnie Strickland, Administrator of Lake Memorial Nursing Home, to attend two (2) H.S.A. meetings in Gainesville, Florida, September 28, 1981 and October 5, 1981, at a total estimated cost of $24.00.
MUNICIPALITIES/GRANTS/ACCOUNTS ALLOWED
On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board approved the request from the City of Leesburg that Lake County participate for half on the local share for the ADAP-II Grant, for the airport improvement project in the amount of $5,372.50.
COMMUNICATIONS
Commr . Smoak pointed out Lake-Sumter Community College had bid out their banking business. He stated the day money rates ranged from 17 1/2% to 19.94% with a minimum daily balance of $44,000.00. He stated with those figures, Lake County should be able to generate approximately $250,000.00.
PROPERTY APPRAISER
Mr. Chris Ford, County Attorney, informed the Board he had heard from the Department of Revenue and they state Lake County's tax roll is still under review.
CONTRACTS & LEASES & AGREEMENTS/OUTDOOR RECREATIONAL FACILITIES
Mr. Chris Ford, County Attorney, presented a lease for Sorrento Park for the Board's review.
CONTRACTS & LEASES & AGREEMENTS/HOSPITALS
On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Board approved and authorized the Chairman and the Clerk to sign the contract with Waterman Memorial Hospital for the Northeast Ambulance District.
SUITS AFFECTING THE COUNTY
Mr. Chris Ford, County Attorney, informed the Board Mr. Buzz Bowen, attorney for Superior Asphalt, stated his client would take $32,000.00 in settlement for damages regarding the Lakeshore Drive Contract or they would be happy to work out a some substitute project. He stated Mr. Mike Willett, Development & Public Works Director, was working with Superior Asphalt.
CONTRACTS & LEASES & AGREEMENTS
Mr. Chris Ford, County Attorney, informed the Board that Sandy Minkoff had met with HRS' attorney. He stated Sandy indicated to the lawyer that $35,000 to $50,000 would settle the case. He stated it would be approximately four (4) months before the Board could file a suit.
Commr . Smoak stated he had met with Mrs. Knowles, HRS regarding the Juvenile Detention Center. He stated he felt HRS would accomodate Lake County in reopening the Detention Center in lieu of Lake County pursuing the lawsuit. Commr . Smoak stated he would make a formal report on the specific findings at a later date.
There being no further business to be brought to the attention of the Board, the meeting adjourned at 5:13 P.M.
Glenn C. Burhans, Chairman
James C. Watkins, Clerk
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