A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
DECEMBER 8, 1981
The Lake County Board of County Commissioners met in Regular Session Tuesday, December 8, 198, at 9:OO A.M. in the Board of County Commissioners' Meeting Room, Courthouse, Tavases, Florida. Commissioners present were: Glenn C. Burhans, Chairman; Thomas J. Windram (arrived at 9:05 A.M.); Claude Smoak; James R. Carson, Jr. and C. A. "Lex" Deems. Others present were: James C. Watkins, Clerk; Christopher C. Ford, County Attorney; and Pat Shirah, Secretary.
The Invocation was given by Mr. Watkins, and the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Commr. Smoak.
COUNTY POLICY
Mr. Watkins, Clerk, presented new Lake County Seals (logos) for the Board's review.
The Board instructed the Clerk to have a professional artist draw the seal in color and bring it back to the Board.
PURCHASING/NURSING HOME
On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board authorized Norma Showley, Purchasing Agent, to obtain quotes for sixteen (16) dozen sheets, sixteen (16) dozen waterproof draw sheets, sixteen (16) dozen adult diapers, and ten (10) dozen bath towels for Lake Memorial Nursing Home.
PURCHASING/MAINTENANCE
On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the request from the Maintenance Department to purchase one (1) l/2" by 100' motorized auger to be used for plumbing repairs in the Lake County Jail, with the price not to exceed $400.00.
MINUTES
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried, the Board approved the Minutes of November 11, 1981, as corrected.
Commr. Windram was not present for the vote.
JAIL/SHERIFF/COMMUNICATIONS
Discussion occurred regarding the plumbing problems at the Jail.
The Board instructed Commr. Windram to ask Major Allen, Lake County Sheriff's Department, to furnish the Board with a monthly report of all maintenance and upkeep of the Jail.
COUNTY PROPERTY/PLANNING DEPARTMENT
Commr. Smoak stated that the Planning Department was in the process of furnishing him with a list of all County Property which has producing citrus groves on them.
Commr. Smoak informed the Board that he had checked with Postal Colony, who had previously looked after a piece of County Property, but at this time no one is doing so.
Commr. Smoak stated he has contacted four (4) local, licensed and bonded citrus dealers and requested they look at the properties that the County owns with producing citrus groves on them and submit their bids to the Board for their review.
COMMUNICATIONS/GAME & FRESH WATER FISH COMMISSION
Commr. Burhans read a letter from the Florida Game and Fresh Water Fish Commision which stated they would not reimburse Lake County for the bass tagging machine as requested by the Board on October 22, 1981.
MUNICIPALlTIES/PLANNING DEPARTMENT
Commr. Burhans read a letter from the Town of Lady Lake requesting the Board favorably consider a request from Edwin Padgett for Zoning of some property (density waiver) which was recently annexed into the Town of Lady Lake.
The Board referred the letter to the Planning Department for consideration.
INSURANCE
On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried the Board authorized the Chairman to sign the Statement of Values of County Buildings as requested by Sherry Puckett, Insurance Coordinator.
Commr. Windram was not present for the vote.
COMMUNICATIONS
Mr. Watkins, Clerk, read a invitation from the South Lake Memorial Hospital requesting the Board attend their Christmas Open House on December 18, 1981, between 1:OO P.M. and 5:OO P.M.
BONDS - CONTRACTOR
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried, the Board approved the following new Contractor Bonds and Contractor Bond Cancellations:
NEW
1273-81 Pat Smith d/b/a Pat's Electric, Inc. (Electrical)
179-82 Edwin C. Wolek, Jr. d/b/a Brite Electric, Inc. (Electrical)
3013-82 Jeffery Tudor d/b/a Tudor Electric, Inc. (Electrical)
CANCELLATIONS
1735-81 Phillip Yaden
1916-82 James D. Heiskell
Commr. Windram was not present for the vote
ACCOUNTS ALLOWED
On a motion by Commr.Deems, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried, the Board approved payment to Lake Community Hospital in the amount of $700.00 for Morgue Services for Autopsies (approved by W. H. Shutze, M. D. - District Medical Examiner) subject to approval by the County Attorney.
Commr. Windram was not present for the vote.
ACCOUNTS ALLOWED
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried, the Board approved payment to John S. Dickerson, Architect for the following bills:
1. Lake County Jail Fire Protection Review of proposals $184.89
2. Eustis Fairgrounds Building, Roof Expansion Joint - $40.00
3. Lake Memorial Nursing Home Remodeling Project #5-80 - $35.00
4. Old Lake County Courthouse interior for month of Nov. - $80.00
5. Water seepage, New Lake County Courthouse Project #30-81 $40.00
Commr. Windram was not present for the vote.
INSURANCE
On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried, the Board authorized the Chairman to sign the Proposal for Public Officials and Employees Liability Insurance from International Surplus Lines Insurance Company.
Commr. Windram was not present for the vote.
LICENSES & PERMITS
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by COmmr. Smoak and carried, the Board approved a Gun Permit Addition for Carlo Verardi.
Commr. Windram was not present for the vote.
REPORTS
On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried, the Board acknowledged receipt of the Distribution of Revenue Traffic/ Criminal Cases for the week ending November 20, 1981.
Commr. Windram was not present for the vote.
LICENSES & PERMITS
Discussion occurred regarding the recent Supreme Court Ruling (re: A weapon in open view can also simultaneously be a concealed weapon).
The Board stated they had all received several inquiries about the ruling.
Mr. Watkins, Clerk, informed the Board that he had instructed the Board Secretaries to inform the public when contacted about gun permits for hunting purposes that Lake County has never issued a gun permit for hunting purposes and that Lake County does not require a gun permit for that purpose; however, they are certainly welcome to submit an application for that purpose if they desire to.
The Board instructed Mr. Watkins, Clerk, to meet with the County Attorney's Office to research and report back to the Board with a recommendation.
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried, the Board approved waiver of improvement requirements and plan requirements of the Subdivision Regulations - Section 62, for E. J. Hogan - Spring Lake Area - District #l - Case #81- 43.
Commr. Windram was not present for the vote.
BONDS - MOBILE HOME
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried, the Board denied the request of Philip Mastrosimone - Leesburg Area -District #l, for a Mobile Home Bond as recommended by the Public Works Department due to the fact Mr. Mastrosimone has not applied for a permit to build a residence.
Commr. Windram was not present for the vote.
PUBLIC WORKS/ROADS-COUNTY, STATE
On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried, the Board approved to repair Kirkland Road for Russell Craig at a cost of $150.00 on a one-time maintenance agreement.
Commr . Windram was not present for the vote.
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried, the Board authorized the Public Works Department to test Island Drive and Western Shores Lane to see if they meet County Standards so they may be taken into the County Maintenance System.
Commr. Windram was not present for the vote.
PUBLIC WORKS
On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved to execute application for a Garbage Collection Franchise for Gilbert Abbott.
PUBLIC WORKS/POLLUTION CONTROL/LANDFILL
Discussion occurred regarding the request by Drum Service Company of Florida to dispose sludge at the Astatula Landfill and the memo which was submitted to the Board from Mr. Ted Wicks, Pollution Control Director.
Mr. Michael Murphy, Drum Service Company of Florida, appeared before the Board and stated that none of the waste they dump is hazardous waste. Mr. Murphy stated that due to the geological location of the Company it makes sense to pay to go to the Astatula Landfill instead of going to the opposite end of Orange County to the landfill. Mr. Murphy stated they only make an average of two (2) trips a week.
Mr. Mike Willett, Development and Public Works Director stated he and Mr. Ted Wicks, Pollution Control Director, had met and after discussing the request, they would recommend denial until the proper testing can be made, to determine if the waste is hazardous or not.
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried unanimously, the Board upheld the recommendation of Mr. Willett and Mr. Wicks and denied the request until further tests can be made.
'The motion also included the Public Works Department and the Pollution Control Department putting together a policy statement for out-of-County disposal of landfill sludge, etc. and bring a recommendation back for the Board's review.
CONTRACTS & LEASES & AGREEMENTS/RESOLUTIONS
On a motion hy Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board authorized the Chairman to sign the Joint Application Agreement between the State of Florida Department of Transportation and Lake County Board of County Commissioners (re: Transportaion of Disadvantaged Act).
The motion also approved and authorized the Chairman to sign the Resolution which authorizes the Chairman to sign the Joint Participation Agreement, that states Lake County wishes to demonstrate their desire to proceed with the Project.
ORDINANCES
At 1O:OO A.M. the Chairman announced the time had arrived for the Public Hearing regarding the proposed Ordinance amending Ordinance 1971-6 (R.V.'s , Travel Trailers, etc.). It was noted the proper proof of publication was on hand and had appeared in the September 25, 1981 and October 6, 1981, editions of the Sentinel Star, Little Sentinel.
Mr. Jerry Sexton, Planning Coordinator, presented a copy of the results of the Study Committee to the Board for their review.
Mr. George R. Sprinkle, appeared before the Board and stated he had spent over $40,000.00 on engineering fees, etc. in order to open a campground and asked since he has his CUP and is in the process of trying to finish as soon as possible if the Ordinance is passed today how it would affect him.
Mr. Sexton stated Mr. Sprinkle has not submitted a site plan at this time.
Mr. Ford, County Attorney, stated Mr. Sprinkle would not he grandfathered in if the Ordinance was adopted today, hut stated the Board might consider putting an effective date on the Ordinance (30 or 45 days).
The Board recommended amending the ordinance to read on Page 6, Number 2, add: after the effective date of this Ordinance; and add a Number 3: Any person who has submitted a fully completed Engineered prepared (Master Park Plans) within 30 days of the effective date of this Ordinance shall be allowed to develop the R.V. Park under the present rules.
Mr. Gene Middlebrook, Wekiva Falls Resort, appeared before the Board and stated he was opposed to the "unified ownership" wordage in the Ordinance, Mr. Middlebrook stated he felt the Ordinance was in violation of Florida Statute, etc. due to that wordage.
Mr. Ford, County Attorney, informed the Board that Mr. Middlebrook does have a lawsuit against the Board.
Discussion occurred regarding condominium laws, etc.
Mr. Ed Sawyer, Blue Parrot Campground, appeared before the Board requesting the Board adopt the Ordinance today with the effective date immediately.
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Ordinance was placed on the floor for its first and final reading by title only with the following changes:
1. Page 6 - Number 2 - add: after the effective date of this Ordinance.
2. Page 6 - add: Number 3: Any person who has submitted a fully completed Engineer prepared Master Park Plans within 30 days of the effective date of this Ordinance shall be allowed to develope the R. V. Park under the present rules.
Commr. Windram read the proposed Ordinance as follows:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING REGULATIONS OF LAKE COUNTY, FLORIDA, ORDINANCE 1971-6, AS AMENDED TO DATE, BY DELETING SECTIONS 40.930, 40.960, 40.970 AND 40.980 WHICH DEFINE TENT, TRAILER SPACE, TRAVEL TRAILERS, TRAVEL TRAILER PARK AND/OR CAMPGROUND: BY AMENDING SECTIONS 70.360 AND 70.361 AND CREATING SECTION 70.362 DETAILING DEFINITIONS AND DESIGN CRITERIA FOR CAMPGROUNDS AND RECREATIONAL VEHICLE PARKS IN LAKE COUNTY, FLORIDA; PROVIDING A SEVERANCE CLAUSE; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board moved the adoption of said Ordinance, Number 1981-9, as read by title only, on its first and final reading.
RECESS AND REASSEMBLY
At 10:55 A.M. the Chairman announced the Board would recess for five (5) minutes.
The Board reconvened at 11:OO A.M.
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
Mr. Mike Willett, Development and Public Works Director, furnished the Board with copies of CUP #708-3.
Mr. Chuck Sunderman appeared before the Board objecting to the proposed 2000 foot T.V. Tower in Groveland.
Mr. Sunder-man stated he has obtained a petition with approximately 2000 signatures opposing the Tower, as well as Resolutions from the Cities of Groveland, Clermont and Minneola, and letters from the Majors of the Cities, The South Lake Aviation Authority, Chamber of Commerce, etc. opposing the tower.
Mr. Sunderman stated he did not feel the residents in the area were properly informed of the issue.
Mr. Sunderman also stated Mr. Kutch, Planning and Zoning Commission, has publicly apoliogized for his part in the approving of the CUP for the proposed T.V. Tower, after having heard all the facts. Mr. Kutch felt he had been misled by Mr. Giddens and his Attorney.
Mr. Sunderman stated he felt the CUP should be thrown out due to fact so many questionable items have been brought out, such as the possibility of untimely filing etc.
Commr. Smoak stated he had two (2) major concerns with the tower:
1. The lighting system
2. General aviation
Commr. Smoak stated he had met with Mr. Diamond, Mid-Florida Telecasters, Inc. and their chief engineer and looked at the situation as a resident of South Lake County, a nearby property owner and as a private pilot.
Commr. Smoak stated he had also contacted a company in Atlanta who manufactures the type of lights that would be on the tower.
Mr. Herb Brown, Aviation Specialist, Aviation Bureau of Tallahassee, appeared before the Board in oppostion to the Tower.
Mr. Klinger, Florida Air Spray Inc. appeared before the Board opposing the Tower.
Mr. Billy Welch, Flight Instructor, appeared before the Board in opposition to the T. V. Tower due to the fact it would be a safety hazard.
Mr. Tom Waynewright, appeared before the Board at this time and stated he represented forty-two (42) homeowners in the-area.
Mr. Waynewright stated they were in opposition to the Tower. Mr. Waynwright also stated he had lived close to a T.V. Tower of this nature in Miami and presented a demonstration of strobe lights to show the Board the effect of the lights.
Mr. Peter Wright and Mr. Gene Jenkins appeared before the Board opposing to the proposed site for the tower.
Commr. Smoak moved, which was seconded by Commr. Deems that the Board request the legal staff to research any and all avenues of legal recourse concerning the issuance of a Building Permit for construction of the tower also that the County communicate to the F.C.C. the feeling of the Board that additional information has been generated which makes the Board feel that the tower may be detrimental to South Lake County and General Aviation. The Board directed the County Attorney also communicate with the owners of the CUP (Mr. Giddens) the concern of the County Commission regarding General Aviation and the adverse affects of the Towers lighting as addressed in the provisions of the CUP.
The letter should contain a copy of the Petition expressing citizens concern regarding the lighting and General Aviation.
RECESS AND REASSEMBLY
At 12:40 P.M. the Chairman announced the Board would recess for lunch with each Commissioner lunching individually today.
'The Board reconvened at 2:00 P.M. for Rezoning.
Commissioners present were: Glenn C. Burhans, Chairman; Claude Smoak; James R. Carson, Jr. and C. A. "Lex" Deems. Others present were: Christopher C. Ford, County Attorney and Pat Shirah, Secretary.
Commr. Windram was not present due to the fact he had a meeting in Tallahassee regarding the Sheriff's Budget Appeal.
REZONING
PUBLIC HEARING #49-81-5 R-l-7 to C-l Rita Hodge
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 upheld the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission and approved the rezoning from R- 1-7 (Urban Residential) to C-l (Rural or Tourist Commercial).
PUBLIC HEARING #129-81-2 A to R-l-5 Lynda J. Russell
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 upheld the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission and denied the request to rezone from A (Agricultural) to R-l-5 (Mobile or Mixed Residential).
PUBLIC HEARING #136-81-2 R-l-7 to R-l-5 Clarence Southall, Jr.
Mr. Southall appeared before the Board requesting the Board approve his rezoning request to allow him to place a mobile home on his property.
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board upheld the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission and denied the request to rezone from R-l-7 (Urban Residential) to R-l-5 (Mobile or Mixed Residential).
PUBLIC HEARING CUP #152-3 Roland Thaler
No one present wished to discuss this case with the Board.
On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board overturned the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission for an extention of the CUP and denied the request due to Ordinance 1981-9 which was passed earlier in the meeting.
PUBLIC HEARING #134-81-2 A to C-l Juanita Grimes
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 upheld the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission and approved the rezoning from A (Agricultural) to C-l (Rural or Tourist Commercial).
PUBLIC HEARING CUP #744A-3 Roger W. Conner
No one appeared before the Board regarding this case.
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board upheld the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission and approved to amend the CUP to include a twelve (12) month extension.
PUBLIC HEARING CUP #799-2 Earl Noffsinger
Mr. Earl Noffsinger appeared before the Board regarding this case. Mr. Noffsinger stated the names would be changing on the property.
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board upheld the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission and approved the CUP in C-l (Rural or Tourist Commercial) and R-l-7 (Urban Residential) for a Church.
PUBLIC HEARING #135-81-l RR to RP Carole A. Dixon
Mr. Dixon appeared before the Board regarding this case and requested the Board approve the rezoning.
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried, the Board denied the request to rezone Mr. Dixon's property from RR (Rural Residential) to RP (Mulitple-Family Residential-Professional).
Commr. Smoak voted "No".
PUBLIC HEARING CUP #141B-1 Alfred P. Smith
No one present wished to discuss this case with the Board.
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried unanimously, the Board upheld the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission and postponed this case until January 12, 1981, at 2:00 P.M. or as soon thereafter as possible.
PUBLIC HEARING #137-81-l R-l-7 to A Lane & Anna Lee Blanton
No one present wished to discuss this case with the Board.
On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board upheld the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission and approved the rezoning from R- 1-7 (Urban Residential) to A (Agricultural).
PUBLIC HEARING #138-81-5 A to C-l Lettye & James Aliperti
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 upheld the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission and approved the rezoning from A (Agricultural) to C-l (Rural or Tourist Commercial).
PUBLIC HEARING CUP #804-5 Lettye & James Aliperti
No one present wished to discuss this case with the Board.
On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board upheld the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission and approved the Classification of Uses and CUP as amended.
PUBLIC HEARING CUP #801-4 Robert L. Heid, Jr.
Mr. Jerry Grief, Planning Department, stated he had received a letter from the petitioner requesting the Board postpone this case to allow them time to meet with the residents of the area.
Mr. Tom Lamont, resident of Swan Road, stated the residents present were opposed to the postponement due to the fact the people have taken off work to be here, etc.
Mr. John Thomas, Attorney, representing Mr. Heid, requested the Board grant the postponement due to the fact it would give the petitioner time to talk to the people in the area, and also due to the fact the Club is in the progress of changing officers at this time.
Mr. Robert Heid, Petitioner, stated someone else has been using the field for flying the model airplanes that his club has not.
Commr. Smoak moved that the CUP be denied without prejudice, Commr. Carson seconded the motion.
Discussion occurred.
Mr. Lamont stated the residents would like for the CUP to be denied period, to insure the petitioner could not reapply for one (1) year.
Commr. Burhans and Commr. Carson voted "No"; therefore, the motion failed.
Commr. Carson moved to postpone this case until February 9, 1981 the motion died for a lack of a second.
Mr. Ford, County Attorney, instructed the Board that they were in the position to either deny or approve the request at this point.
Mr. John Thomas, Attorney, representing Mr. Heid, at this time presented his case to the Board.
Mr. Thomas stated that this property is owned by individuals who are requesting to use their property for a model airplane field. Mr. Thomas stated the people using the property would not be using Swan Road to enter the property, they would be using their egress and ingress.
Mr. Thomas stated that several tests by a engineer had been made regarding noise (DB Readings), and that the readings showed the noise of a model airplane not be any greater than a car or a real airplane passing by.
Mr . Thomas also stated that no more than four (4) airplanes would be flying at one time, and that one (1) time a year there would be a large meet on the property at which time a couple hundred people from all over the country would be present, but other than that it would be strictly for the people in the Club.
Mr. Thomas showed the Board aerial pictures taken of the property to show the location of the airstrip in connection with other residents in the area.
Mr . Harry Farentinos, appeared before the Board at this time to apologize to all the residents in the area, for coming into the area and not notifying them of what they were going to use the property for. Mr. Farentinos stated their intentions were good and that they did not intentionally violate the CUP.
Mr. Lamont, representing the residents of the area, appeared before the Board at time opposing to the CUP due to the fact the residents in the area enjoy the quiet surroundings they are accustomed to Mr. Lamont stated the residents were also concerned with their property values going down due to the airstrip as well as the amount of people who will be using the airstrip.
Mr. Lamont stated the residents were concerned about the increased traffic in the area also.
Mr . James Horn, a resident in the area, was present and presented a tape of the airplanes flying on Mr. Heid's property, which was recorded from Mr. Horn's living room.
On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board upheld the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission and denied the rezoning for a CUP in A (Agricultural) for a model airplane flying field.
COMMUNICATIONS/MUNICIPALITIES/RESOLUTIONS
Commr. Burhans read a letter from Mr. Jim Hoskinson, Mayor of Clermont, stating he would no longer be able to serve as the County's representative to the East Central Florida Regional Planning Council due to the fact the City of Clermont has appointed him to serve as their representative.
The Board instructed the County Attorney to draw a Resolution of appreciation for Mr. Hoskinson.
ORDINANCES
Mr. Ford, County Attorney, presented a proposed Ordinance regarding the Housing Finance Authority for Lake County for the Board's review.
The Board instructed the Clerk to set a time (1O:OO A.M.) at the next Board Meeting (December 15, 1981) for discussion of the proposed Ordinance.
ORDINANCES
Mr. Ford, County Attorney, presented a proposed Ordinance regarding the $2.00 fee for law enforcement training etc. and stated the proper advertising has been done and that the Public Hearing will be held on January 5, 1981 at 10:00 A.M.
ORDINANCES
Mr. Ford, County Attorney, presented a proposed Ordinance regarding the Mobile Home Advisory Board.
The Board instructed the Clerk advertise the Public Hearing date be set for January 5, 1981, at 10:30 A.M. for the Board to consider.
ORDINANCES
Mr. Ford, County Attorney, presented a proposed Ordinance regarding garbage disposal fees.
The Board instructed the Clerk to advertise the Public Hearing date be set for January 5, 1981, at 11:OO A.M. for the Board to consider this ordinance.
ORDINANCES/PUBLIC WORKS
Mr. Ford, County Attorney, presented a proposed Ordinance regarding the regulating of junk, trash and abandoned property within Lake County.
The Board instructed this proposed ordinance be brought up under the Public Works Agenda in January and requested the proper staff members be available for comment.
SUITS AFFECTING THE COUNTY
Mr. Ford, County Attorney, discussed the law suit by Mr. Middlebrooks, and the wordage (unified ownership) in the R.V. Ordinance which was adopted earlier in the day.
Mr. Ford read the Statutes regarding condominiums and co- p's.
Discussion occurred regarding striking the unified ownership or single ownership wordage in the Ordinance and put unified management or control thru a homeowners association or condominium type association or something similar.
Mr. Ford stated he had been contacted by an attorney in Miami regarding the possibility of Hawthorne being bought and turned into a condominium.
On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board authorized the County Attorney to defend against Mr. Middlebrooks in his lawsuit.
The motion also included the County Attorney bring a recommendation back to the Board at the December 15, 1981, regarding the unified ownership wordage in the Ordinance.
SHERIFF/BUDGET
Mr . Ford, County Attorney, informed the Board of the Budget Hearing Officer's recommendation regarding the Sheriff's Budget Appeal. Mr. Ford stated the Officer has recommended giving the Sheriff four (4) new jailers, but the Sheriff could obtain this out of his existing budget.
Mr. Ford stated Mr. Wilson Wright, Tallahassee, had recommended the County make personal contact to the Cabinet next week before the final hearing; however, Mr. Ford stated he did not feel that would be a good idea. Mr. Ford suggested since Commr. Carson will be in Tallahassee next week prior to the final hearing that he call the Cabinet Officer's Office and ask if they would like to speak to him.
MEETINGS/PROPERTY APPRAISER
Mr. Ford, County Attorney, stated that Mr. Havill, Property Appraiser, had requested him to ask the Board to set meeting dates for the Property Appraisal Adjustment Board.
The Board set Wednesday, January 13, and Thursday, January 14, 1981 for the 1981 Property Appraisal Adjustment Board Meetings.
There being no further business to be brought before the Board, the meeting adjourned at 3:50 P.M.
Glenn C. Burhans, Chairman
James C. Watkins, Clerk
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