A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

MAY 17, 1983

The Lake County Board of County Commissioners met in regular session on Tuesday, May 17, 1983, at 9:00 a.m. in the Board of County Commissioners Meeting Room, Courthouse, Tavares, Florida. Commissioners present at the meeting were: Thomas J. Windram, Chairman; Claude Smoak; C. A. "Lex" Deems; and Glenn C. Burhans. Others present at the meeting were: James C. Watkins, Clerk; Christopher C. Ford, County Attorney; and Mary C. Grover, Secretary.

The Invocation was given by Commr. Smoak and the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Commr. Burhans.

MINUTES

On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board approved the Minutes of May 10, 1983, as submitted.

MENTAL HEALTH/RESOLUTIONS

Judge Caldwell, Lake County representative on the District III Mental Health Board, addressed the Board requesting consideration of a resolution supporting the 1983-87 District III Plan for Alcohol, Drug Abuse & Mental Health. Judge Caldwell introduced Mr. Tom Radford, Gainesville and Mr. Bert Lacey, Lake/Sumter Community Mental Health Center, who were present in the audience.

Mr. Bert Lacey addressed the Board to discuss the District III Plan.

It was noted that the budget for the upcoming year would not increase more than 5 percent.

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board amended the proposed resolution to include the wording "but not to exceed a 5 percent increase of the 1982 budget" after the phrase "will be determined on or before October 1, 1983".

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board approved the resolution supporting the District III Plan, as amended, as presented by Judge Caldwell, Lake County representative for the District III Mental Health

MENTAL HEALTH/RESOLUTIONS/LAWS & LEGISLATION

Discussion occurred regarding a resolution being sent to the Legislative Delegation requesting that Mental Health be included in the Medicaid Plan.

The Board directed Mr. Ford, County Attorney, to meet with Mr. Lacey, Lake/Sumter Community Mental Health, to draft a Resolution to be sent to the Legislative Delegation and the proper committees of the Board's support that medicaid payments be distributed where they are collected.

At this time Commr. Windram turned the Chair over to Commr. Deems.

BONDS - CONTRACTOR

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried, the Board approved the following contractor bonds:

NEW

1310-83 William B. Waters, Jr. (Mobile Home Contractor)

4014-83 Robert Niles d/b/a Tiles by Niles

4015-83 William L. Bradshaw d/b/a Bradshaw Quality Pools

4016-83 Dennis M. Harney

4017-83 Joseph Navarro (Electrical)

Commr. Windram was not present for the vote.

LICENSES & PERMITS

On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried, the Board approved the following gun permit renewals and additions and deletions to gun permits:

Walter Kozuch William Hayes

James Bouldin Mary Blount

Earle Hester, Jr. Gary McCutcheon

Armando Valdes Joel D. Lakes

Additions & Deletions: Lawrence E. Hoag

Commr. Windram was not present for the vote.

ACCOUNTS ALLOWED

On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried unanimously, the Board approved payment of Warrants #32609 through #32871 for the following accounts:

General Revenue Northwest Ambulance

Fine & Forfeiture CETA

County Transportation Trust Section 8

Mosquito Control COR Buildings

Revenue Sharing Landfill

Aquatic Weed Nursing Home

Northeast Hospital County wide Library

Northeast Ambulance

Commr. Windram was not present for the vote.

BUDGET TRANSFERS

On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried, the Board approved the following Budget Transfers:

BOARD OPERATIONS

Transfer $500.00 from account 001-511-1-00-01-010-520 Operating Supplies to account 001-511-1-00-01-010-411 Postage. Reason Overexpended.



GENERAL GOVERNMENT

Transfer $8.000.00 from account 001-519-1-00-01-020-320

Accounting & Auditing Fees to account 001-519-1-00-01-020-411 Postage ($3,000.00) to account 001-519-1-00-01-020-440 Rentals and Leases ($5,000.00). Reason: Overexpended.



PERSONNEL

Transfer $800.00 from account 001-513-1-00-14-000-315 Hospital/ Professional Care to account 001-513-1-00-14-000-430 Utility Service. Reason: Overexpended.

Transfer $400.00 from account 001-513-1-00-14-000-400 Travel and Per Diem to account 001-513-1-00-14-000-430 Utility Service.

Reason: Overexpended.

PURCHASING

Transfer $100.00 from account 001-513-1-00-15-010-510 Office Supplies to account 001-513-1-00-15-010-495 Advertising. Reason: Overexpended.



VETERANS SERVICES

Transfer $100.00 from account 001-553-1-00-20-000-510 Office Supplies to account 001-553-1-00-20-000-462 Equipment Maintenance. Reason: Overexpended.



EMERGENCY SERVICES

Transfer $200.00 from account 001-525-1-00-26-000-510 Office Supplies to account 001-525-1-00-26-000-430 Utility Services. Reason: Overexpended.



MOSQUITO CONTROL

Transfer $50.00 from account 116-562-1-00-29-110-462 Eauioment Maintenance to account 116-562-1-00-29-110-510 Office Supplies: Reason: Overexpended.

Transfer $500.00 from Account 116-562-1-00-29-111-523 Chemical to 116-562-1-00-29-111-520 ($300.00) Operating Supplies to 116- 562-l-00-29-111-420 ($200.00) Transportation. Reason: Overexpended.



INTERFUND TRANSFERS

Transfer $94,350.00 from account 001-519-1-00-01-020-622 Building - Morgue to account 001-581-1-00-01-800-917 County Building Fund.

Transfer $10,626.00 from account 001-581-1-00-01-800-915 Landfill Fund to account 001-581-1-01-800-917 County Building Fund.

AMENDED BUDGET

ESTIMATED REVENUE AND EXPENDITURE

MOSQUITO CONTROL

FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 1983

(In Accordance With Section 129.06(2)(D) Florida Statutes).

ESTIMATED REVENUES BUDGET AMENDED

BUDGET

334.610 Mosquito Control I $15,000.00 $15.000.00

334.620 Mosquito Control II 11,598.OO 11,598.00

361.100 Interest, Incl Profit on Invest 3,105.00 3,105.00

381.100 Interfund Trans General Rev.Fd 135,478.OO 135,478.OO

389.999 Balance Brought Forward: Cash 100,000.00 110,020.00

399.998 Less 5% Estimated Receipts (1,485.OO) (1,485.OO)

Total Estimated Revenues $263,696.00 273,716.00

ESTIMATED EXPENDITURES BUDGET AMENDED BUDGET

Mosquito Control Local

116-562-1-00-291-110 Total Local $236,696.00 236,696.00

Mosquito State Fund I

116-562-l-00-29-120-523 Chemical 15,000.00 18,750.OO

Mosquito State Fund II

116-562-1-00-29-130-440 Rental & Leases 1,000.00 1,000.00

116-562-l-00-29-130-523 Chemicals 5,000.00 11.270.00

116-562-1-00-29-130-640 Mach. & Equip. 6,000.00 6,000.00

Total Estimated Expenditures $263,696.00 273,716.00

Reason: State Fund I & II Adjustment

AMENDED BUDGET

ESTIMATED REVENUE AND EXPENDITURE

LAKE COUNTY

LANDFILL

FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 1983

(In Accordance With Section 129.06(2)(D) Florida Statutes)

ESTIMATED REVENUES BUDGET AMENDED

BUDGET

317.700 Franchise Fee Solid Waste $ 500.00 $ 500.00

334.320 Landfill Grant 19,00.00 19,000.00

343.410 Operating Income - Landfill 422,500.OO 422,500.00

361.100 Interest, Inc Profit of Inv 12,000.00 12,000.00

365.300 Farm Produce 2,500.00 2,500.00

382.100 Enterprise Trans. From Gen Rev 180,056.OO 180,056.00

389.999 Balance Brought Forward - Cash 200,OOO.OO 216,578.00

399.998 Less 5% Estimated Receipts (22,825.00) (22,825.00

Total Estimated Revenues $813,73l.0O 830,309.00

ESTIMATED EXPENDITURES BUDGET AMENDED BUDGET

Land Fill Local

420-534-l-00-18-630 Total Landfill

Local 797,253.OO 797,253.00

Land Fill State

420-534-l-00-18-640 Total Pers.

Services5, 511.00 5,511.00

420-534-l-00-18-640-462 Equipment

Maint. 3,129.00 3,129.00

420-534-l-00-18-640-521 Fuel &

Lubricants 2,838.00 19.416.00

420-534-l-00-18-640-640 Mach. & Equip. 5,00.00 5,000.00

$813,731.00 830,309.00

Reason: State Fund Adjustments

AMENDED BUDGET

ESTIMATED REVENUE AND EXPENDITURE

LAKE COUNTY

COR

FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 1983

(In Accordance With Section 129.06(2)(D) Florida Statutes)

ESTIMATED REVENUES BUDGET AMENDED BUDGET



334.650 Medical Examiner $ 17,000.00 $14,867.OO

361.100 Interest, Incl Profit in

Invest 10,000.00 2,000.00

381.100 Transfer of Gen Fund 0 204,976.OO

389.999 Balance Brought Fwd Cash 150,000.00 60,OOO.OO

399.998 Less 5% Estimated Receipts (1,350.OO) (843.00)

$175,650.00 281,000.00



ESTIMATED EXPENDITURES

355-519-1-00-01-230-621

Buildings/Other 0 $15,000.00

355-519-l-00-01-230-622

Buildings/Morgue 175,650.OO 266,OOO.OO

$175,650.00 281,000.00

Reason: Anticipated Revenue from Medical Examiner, Interest from investment & cost to renovate Emergency Service Building and for Sheriff.



Commr. Windram was not present for the vote.

FIRE DISTRICTS-DEPARTMENTS/CONTRACTS, LEASES, & AGREEMENTS

On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried, the Board approved cancellation of Addendum #4 to the Cooperative Equipment Lease between the Division of Forestry and Lake County Board of County Commissioners/Bassville Volunteer Fire Department as the equipment is being transferred to the Minneola Fire Department.

Commr. Windram was not present for the vote.

REPORTS/PUBLIC HEALTH

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried, the Board acknowledged receipt of the 1982 Annual Report of the Medical Examiners Commission, Department of Law Enforcement. Commr. Windram was not present for the vote.

CLERK/COURTS-JUDGES

On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried, the Board approved and authorized the Chairman and the Clerk to sign the Satisfaction of Judgment for Walter Bruce Brown, Juvenile, and Alice Brown, Parent, in the amount of $50.00, Case #82-29-CJ.

Commr. Windram was not present for the vote.

At this time Commr. Deems turned the Chair over to Commr. Windram.

ASSESSMENTS/BIDS

At 9:30 a.m. the Chairman announced that the time had arrived for the public hearing to discuss the Assessment Roll and the awarding of the bid for Western Shores Special Assessment.

Mrs. Kathy McDonald, Assistant Public Works Director, stated that there was an error on the assessments for Virginia Drive Extension, Richard Court and Jeffery Court, which would increase the assessments by four cents (4C).

No one present wished to express their objections to the Assessment Roll.

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board approved the Assessment Roll for Virginia Drive, James Place, Extension of Virginia Drive, Richard Court and Jeffery Court; Western Shores Special Assessment.

On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board awarded the Bid for the Western Shores Special Assessment to Trac Roadbuilders, Inc., in the amount of $62,497.50

Several residents in the audience questioned the Board as to when the road would be paved.

COMMUNICATIONS/LAWS & LEGISLATION

Commr. Windram directed that each Commissioner be copied on a letter received from Buddy MacKay, Congressman, regarding legislation filed by Congressman MacKay and Senator Chiles to deauthorize the Cross-Florida Barge Canal.

TAX COLLECTOR/COUNTY ATTORNEY

Mr. Chris Ford, County Attorney, presented the Board with a memorandum regarding the newspaper requirements for legal advertisement for delinquent taxes for the Board's review.

COUNTY ATTORNEY/BIDS/ORDINANCES

Mr. Chris Ford, County Attorney, presented the Board with a memorandum regarding public bidding. He stated that the Fire Districts would have to have competitive bidding as far as architects and engineers, but they do not have to have the competitive bidding as far as construction on building projects. He stated that the Board would have the authority to include construction with the competitive bidding by amending the ordinance.

Discussion occurred regarding reviewing the current ordinance on all the taxing districts and authorities, which the Board approved their millage levy, and require that these entities seek competitive bidding on projects that exceed a certain dollar amount.

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board directed the County Attorney's office to come back to the Board with a recommendation on an amendment to the current ordinance controlling the special taxing districts to standardize the bidding process and the expenditure of public funds in Lake County with the inclusion of a specified dollar amount.

GAME & FRESH WATER FISH COMMISSION/ACCOUNTS ALLOWED

Mr. Heppberger, President of Lake Improvement Association, addressed the Board to request approval to purchase 120,000 black bass minnows at 1Oc each from Florida Fish Farms, Inc. at a total cost of $12,000.00.

He explained that they were in the preliminary stages of selling the Bass Tagging Machine to the Florida Fish Farms, Inc.

Discussion occurred regarding a permit being applied for by Mr. Daniels, DeLand, offering to run 10 haul-seines in Lake County at no cost to the County. Mr. Ed Zagar, Florida Game & Fresh Water Fish Commission, addressed the Board requesting that the Board postpone action on this request until it was approved by the Game & Fresh Water Fish Commission.

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board approved the request from the Lake Improvement Association, Inc. to purchase 120,000 black bass minnows at 1Oc each from Florida Fish Farms, Inc., provided there are sufficient funds available in the Fisherman's Fund to cover the expenditure.

Commr. Windram expressed his concerned with the aquatic weed problem in Lake Yale. Discussion occurred regarding the use of carp (type of fish) to clean the Lake. Mr. Zagar stated that the Fish Commission opposed using the carp to clean the Lake. Mr. Zagar suggested that a meeting be set up between himself, Commr. Windram, and Mr. Jack Dequine to discuss the situation.

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board approved to support the proposal from the Lake Improvement Association, Inc. to try the 10 preliminary haul-seines in Lake County at no cost to Lake County, authorized Mr. Heppberger to convey the Board's support to the Game & Fresh Water Fish Commission in Tallahassee, and directed Mr. Watkins, Clerk, to write a letter to Tallahassee stating the Board's decision.

COMMUNICATIONS

The Board recognized Mr. Harold Haas, Englewood, Ohio, who stated he was present to observe the Board meeting.

SOIL CONSERVATION/CLERK

Mr. Watkins, Clerk, informed the Board he had attended the Area IV Soil Conservation Meeting this morning at the Agricultural Center. He stated there would be finalists entering into a speaking contest on the Conservation of Florida Resources.

CLERK/COURTHOUSE

Mr. Watkins, Clerk, informed the Board he had attended a meeting in Tallahassee on Monday, May 16, 1983, in regards to the deregulation of the telephone system. He stated that the basic concern was that as of January 1, 1984, the telephone companies would provide services to the premises and the instruments and cable lines would become the responsibility of the owners. He stated that the Building Committee has been researching the possibility of purchasing the telephone system or extending the lease until January 1, 1984.

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board authorized Mr. Watkins, Clerk, to conduct an indepth study and inventory of the equipment the County has and report to the Building Committee on his findings as quickly as possible so that it can be included in the budgetary considerations for 1983-84.

STATE AGENCIES/COURTHOUSE/BUILDING COMMITTEE

The Board referred the request from Mr. Howard "Skip" Babb, Public Defender, for additional office space to the Building Committee.

CETA/COURTHOUSE

Mr. James Flowers, CETA Director, addressed the Board requesting the CETA Department be incorporated into the County's telephone system. The Board directed Mr. Flowers to check into the possibility and report back to the Board.

CETA

Mr. James Flowers, CETA Director, addressed the Board regarding the Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) Modification. He stated that Lake County has $381,349 available for the program (FY '83 - $373,735, FY '82 carryover $7,614). He further stated that a grant modification is required to incorporate this new money into the existing grants. He stated that with the money allocated, it is anticipated that the Department will serve a total of 280 Lake County youths between the ages of 14 and 22 years.

Ms. Janice Strickland, Assistant Operations Coordinator/Summer Youth Coordinator, addressed the Board to discuss the operation of the Summer Youth Employment Program.

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board approved and authorized the Chairman to sign the Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) Modification as presented by Mr. Flowers, CETA Director.

CETA/CONTRACTS, LEASES & AGREEMENTS

Mr. Flowers, CETA Director, addressed the Board and stated that the CETA Department is in need of additional space to house the Summer Youth Employment Program Counselors for the period of June 1, 1983, to September 30, 1983. He further stated that the current lease also needed to be renewed. He requested the lease be renewed only until September 30, 1983 (the date that CETA ends); and then renewed again on October 1, 1983, under the Job Training Partnership Act (JTPA) funding.

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board approved the recommendation from Mr. Flowers, CETA Director, to incorporate 484 square feet ($745) into the CETA Department's present lease; exercise the option to renew the present lease from July 1, 1983, to September 30, 1983,.and authorized the County Attorney's Office to draw up the necessary agreements.

CETA/AUDITS

Mr. James Flowers, CETA Director, addressed the Board regarding the Fiscal Year 1977 CETA audits. He stated that all the disallowed costs have been allowed with the exception of $9.00. He stated that the $9.00 represented excessive workmen's compensation paid for one participant.

On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried unanimously, the Board upheld the recommendation of Mr. Flowers and authorized the payment of $9.00 in disallowed costs for the Fiscal Year 1977 CETA audit.

The Board commended Mr. Flowers on the outstanding job he was doing in clearing past audits.

FIRE DISTRICTS-DEPARTMENTS/COUNTY PROPERTY

Mr. Blymyer, Bassville Fire District, addressed the Board to request 2 acres of County owned property on 441 to build a fire station. Commr. Smoak suggested that any action be postponed until the fire study has been completed. Mr. Mike Willett, Director of Development & Public Works, informed the Board that the fire study report should be ready by the first meeting in July.

FIRE DISTRICTS-DEPARTMENTS/APPOINTMENTS

On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board accepted the resignation of Mr. Milton Hill and Mr. James Smith, Fire Commissioners for the Mt. Plymouth Fire District, and appointed Mr. George M. Millen and Ms. Cheryl A. Kinyman to the positions vacated by Mr. Hill and Mr. Smith.

At this time Commr. Windram turned the Chair over to Commr. Deems, Vice-Chairman.

ROAD PROJECTS/ACCOUNTS ALLOWED

On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried, the Board approved partial payment to Hewitt Contracting Company, Inc., on Project No. l-83 Astor Forest Campsites Loop Road in the amount of $49,907.95 (County Funding).

Commr. Windram was not present for the vote.

On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried, the Board approved partial payment to Superior Asphalt Company, Inc., on Project No. 5-83, #2-3123 Trimpi Road, #2-3129A Yalaha Cutoff, and #2-3130 Lime Avenue Design Build Construction in the amount of $81,645.94 (Revenue Sharing).

Commr. Windram was not present for the vote.

On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried, the Hoard approved partial payment to Superior Asphalt Company, Inc., on Project No. 9-83, #4-4955 Mt. Homer Road and Kurt Street Design Build Construction in the amount of $5,511.21 (Revenue Sharing).

Commr. Windram was not present for the vote.

On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried, the Board approved partial payment to Trac Roadbuilder, Inc. (Leecon, Inc.) on Project No. 10-83, #5-8572 Boy's Ranch Road, #5-8272 Altoona Road, and #5-8273 District Road Design Build Construction in the amount of $54,543.96 (Revenue Sharing).

Commr. Windram was not present for the vote.

On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried, the Board approved final payment to Paquette Paving Company, Inc., on Project No. 8-83, #4-4863 Aldrich Street, #4- 864 Bryant Street, #4-4765 Colfax Street, #4-4766 Dupont Street, and #4-4865 Belmont Avenue Design Build Construction in the amount of $23,677.64 (Revenue Sharing).

Commr. Windram was not present for the vote.

PUBLIC WORKS/BIDS

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried, the Board approved to advertise the following items for the Public Works Department:

1. One ton flat-bed truck to replace Unit #6381, 1977 Chevrolet step-side pickup, for the Paint Crew.





2 . One (1) sign applicator to replace the existing unit in the Sign Shop.



3 . Two (2) Handi-Talkie Radios to be used by the Survey Crew.



4. One (1) diesel driven underframe riding mower tractor to be minimum of 13 horsepower.



5. Replacement dozer for the Landfill for TD15-C Model to replace Unit #5647, 1974 International, which will be traded-in or sold. Will bid with and without trade. Approximate cost - $90,000.00.



The approximate cost of the above five (5) items is $117,700.00.

Commr. Windram was not present for the vote.

DEEDS/RIGHT-OF-WAYS, ROADS, EASEMENTS

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried, the Board accepted the following Right-of-Way Deeds on Wiygul Road, #5-7581:

1. Eph and Catherine B. Wiygul

2. Marjorie K. Nichols

3. Bert M. and Violet Johnson

Commr. Windram was not present for the vote.

ROADS, COUNTY/STATE

On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried, the Board approved the release of the following road reservations from the Department of Transportation from the following deed numbers:

#977, All but 25 feet from the centerline of Oak Avenue(Dona Vista Area).



#802, All but 60 feet from the centerline of Swift Road, #4-7798.

FIRE DISTRICTS-DEPARTMENTS/APPOINTMENTS

On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried, the Board accepted the resignation of Mr. Terry Vinup Fire Commissioner for the Northwest Fire District and appointed Mr. Angelo Scinicola to serve the term vacated by Mr. Vinup.

Commr. Windram was not present for the vote.

SUBDIVISIONS

On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried, the Board accepted an Irrevocable Letter of Credit from Paul Bryan in the amount of $5,000.00 for subdivision costs in Umatilla.

Commr. Windram was not present for the vote.

COMMISSIONERS/MEETINGS

Mr. Mike Willett, Director of Development & Public Works, informed the Board that the Commissioners had been invited to attend a ribbon cutting ceremony at the Astor Fire Department, May 20, 1983, at 12:OO Noon.

PUBLIC WORKS/ACCOUNTS ALLOWED

Mr. Mike Willett, Director of Development & Public Works, addressed the Board to discuss placing pipe under C-450 at an approximate cost of $5,000.00. He stated that there was a bad curve on C-450 and recommended boring and jacking along with a culvert and two (2) catch basins be installed.

On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried, the Board upheld the recommendation of Mr. Willett of boring and jacking along with a culvert and two (2) catch basins under C-450, at an approximate cost of $5,000.00.

Commr. Windram was not present for the vote.

BONDS - MOBILE HOME

At this time Commr. Deems turned the Chair over to Commr. Windram.

On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried unanimously, the Board approved cancellation of the mobile bond for Pete and Josie Smith as the construction of a conventional dwelling unit has been completed and the mobile home removed from the property.

PUBLIC WORKS/ROADS - COUNTY, STATE

Mr. Mike Willett, Director of Development & Public Works, addressed the Board to discuss the railroad crossing at the Holiday Travel Park off C-33. He stated that the County had agreed by contract in 1971 to maintain the signals at the railroad crossing. He stated that the Railroad wants to install and charge Lake County to maintain the signals. He further stated that he would like the Board's approval to object to the Railroad's request. The Board referred the Railroad's request to the County Attorney for further research.

PUBLIC HEAL"PH

Mr. Lonnie Strickland, Administrator, addressed the Board to discuss the Retired Service Volunteer Program (RSVP). He stated that the program is currently funded through the Open Door, Inc. Program. He gave a brief background of the program. He stated that there were three agencies interested in the grant for funding RSVP:

1. Lake County Council on Aging

2. Lake/Sumter Community College

3. Lake Community Action Agency

Mr. Strickland further explained that United Way would fund some of the match and that HRS would offer support of the program. He stated that the Program could use the Senior Center for office space as an in-kind match.

On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board approved to endorse the Lake County Council on Aging in receiving the grant for the Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) subject to the necessary match being met.

ADULT CONGREGATE LIVING FACILITY

Mr. Lonnie Strickland, Administrator, addressed the Board to discuss the proposed Adult Congregate Living Facility. He stated that the Building Committee had met regarding the facility.

He explained that the therapy room and the roof were not included into the original proposal and that was the reason the current estimate was higher.

Commr. Deems informed the Board Mr. Dickerson had submitted the following four alternatives:

1. Cost estimate - Remodeling existing facility, addition of new roof and physical therapy room for a cost of $224,640.00. Including architect's fees and equipment for a cost of $282,314.00.





2. Cost estimate - Remodeling existing facility, new roof without the addition of a physical therapy room for a cost of $207,800.00. Including architect's fees and equipment for a total of $264,211.00.



3. Cost estimate - Remodeling existing facility, without new roof or physical therapy room for a cost of $204.111.00.



4 . Cost of building a new facility - $395,543.00.

Commr . Deems further stated that the Building Committee did not have any recommendations. He stated that he felt further research needed to be done by the Board as to whether they wished to proceed with establishing an Adult Congregate Living Facility. Discussion occurred regarding the number of people that the facility would serve.

Discussion continued regarding the SSI (Social Security Income) requirements for admission into private adult congregate living facility. Mr. Strickland stated that for many low and middle income people, their SSI is not enough to be admitted into a private facility.The Board further discussed the County supplementing SSI payments so that people could be placed into private facilities as an alternate to establishing a County facility.

The Board directed Mr. Strickland to submit to the Board an updated cost projection and copy for each Commissioner on the packet he presented to the Building Committee.

The Board postponed any further discussion until the first meeting in June.

RECESS & REASSEMBLY

At 11:50 a.m. the Chairman announced that the Board would recess for lunch with each Commissioner lunching individually. The Board reconvened at 2:00 p.m. for the remainder of the Public Works Agenda.

PUBLIC WORKS AGENDA

ROAD CLOSINGS - Michigan Avenue, Eustis Park Subdivision

Petition #315

Mrs. Jean Stephens, C & S Homes, addressed the Board to discuss this road closing with the Board. She stated that the only problem with the road closing was that Mr. Gilliam would not have access to his property. She further stated that two (2) property owners have agreed to each give a 25 foot easement to Mr. Gilliam so that he would have a 50 foot access.

It was noted that the proper proof of publication was on hand as it appeared in the April 20, and 27, 1983, editions of the Sentinel Star Lake Little Sentinel.

At this time Commr. Windram turned the Chair over to Commr. Deems.

On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried, the Board denied the request for the vacating of Michigan Avenue between Second Street and Umatilla Place and between Umatilla Place and First Street, being a part of Eustis Park Subdivision and Lots 140 through 150, Block 4, and Lots 75 through 80, Block 3, all being in Section 26, Township 18 South, Range 26 East, Lake County, Florida for Smith, Przybyla, Simmons and Gilliam, as per Petition #315.

Commr. Smoak voted "No".

Commr. Windram was not present for the vote.

ROAD CLOSINGS - Jean Avenue, Lakeview Park Subdivision

Petition #317

Mr. Hardin, petitioner, was present to discuss the road closing with the Board.

At this time Commr. Deems turned the Chair back over to Commr. Windram.

Mr. Mike Willett, Director of Development & Public Works, stated that he recommended approval subject to the County retaining a 25 foot drainage easement. Mr. Hardin stated that he did not have any objections to the County retaining a 25 foot drainage easement.

It was noted that the proper proof of publication was on hand as it appeared in the April 28, 1983, and May 5, 1983, editions of the Sentinel Star, Lake Little Sentinel.

On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board approved the vacation of that portion of Jean Avenue from the east lines of Lot 20, Block C, and Lot 20, Block D, west to the westerly lines of Lot 25, Block C, and Lot 24, Block D, also Lots 20 through 25, Block C, and Lots 20 through 24, Block D, subject to the County retaining a 25 foot drainage easement, as shown in Lakeview Park Subdivision, Plat Book 5, page 63, Public Records of Lake County, Florida, for Audie M. and Dawn L . Hardin, as per Petition #317.

ROAD CLOSINGS - 50 Foot Right-of-Way, Mt. Plymouth Subdivision Petition #318

Mr. Schwartz was present to answer any questions the Board might have.

It was noted that the proper proof of publication was on hand as it appeared in the April 28, 1983, and May 5, 1983, editions of the Sentinel Star, Lake Little Sentinel

On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board approved the vacation of the 50 foot right-of-way (more or less) lying east of Lot 19, Block 41, and west of the Park, Mt. Plymouth Subdivision, Plat Book 8, page 85C, Public Records of Lake County, Florida, for LCL Corporation by Erma Schwartz, as per Petition #318.

ROAD CLOSINGS - Permission to Advertise - Petition #320

Mr. Wagner was present to discuss this request with the Board.

On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board granted permission to advertise the vacating of the unnamed street north of Lots 1 through 4, Block 8, and Lot 4, Block 7; the street east of Lots 4 and 5, Block 8; the street lying between Lots 1 through 8, Block 8, and Lots 4 and 5, Block 7; also the streets running north and south betwwen Lots 2,3,6, and 7, Block 8; Lots 1 and 8, Block 8, and Lots 4 and 5, Block 7; and vacate Lots 1 through 8, Block 8, and Lots 4 and 5, Block 7, Plat of Higley, for Frank Wagner as per Petition #320.

SUBDIVISIONS

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board approved to release the Irrevocable Letter of Credit for maintenance purposes on Imperial Terrace Subdivision, Unit 4-B.

SUBDIVISIONS/ESCROW

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board approved to release the Escrow Maintenance Agreement on Wekiva Pines Country Estates Subdivision.

SUBDIVISIONS

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board approved to release the Irrevocable Letter of Credit for maintenance purposes on Kings Cove Subdivision, 4th Addition.

RESOLUTIONS/MENTAL HEALTH

On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board approved and authorized the Chairman and the Clerk to sign the Resolution supporting direct payment of the Federal share of Medicaid earnings to Mental Health providers who deliver and bill for the Medicaid services and directed that copies be sent to the Legislative Delegation.

ESCROW/LANDFILLS

On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board approved to return the cash deposit of $740.00 to South Lake Refuse as they have purchased an insurance bond in the amount of $3,000.00 to cover their landfill escrow.

LANDFILLS

Mr. Chris Ford, County Attorney, addressed the Board to discuss the purchase of the Stokes' grove property next to the Loghouse Landfill. He stated that Mr. Stokes, Jr. was asking $115,000.00 for the property instead of the $89,000.00 that it was appraised.

He recommended the Board authorize the County Attorney to pursue investigation and the preliminary work on the condemnation of the LeSage grove and authorize the County Attorney to convey the Board's decision to Mr. Stokes.

Discussion occurred regarding the price the Board should offer for the Stokes' property.

Commr. Deems made a motion, which was seconded by Commr. Smoak to offer Mr. Stokes $lOO,OOO.OO for his grove property next to the Loghouse Landfill. Discussion continued.

Commr. Deems then withdrew his motion and Commr. Smoak withdrew his second.

At this time Commr. Windram turned the Chair over to Commr. Deems.

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried, the Board authorized Commr. Deems to negotiate with Mr. Stokes on behalf of the Board of County Commissioners for the purchase of the grove property with the maximum purchase price being the purchase price as stated by the property owner or any amount which is less than the maximum price.

Commr. Windram was not present for the vote.

COMMUNICATIONS/BUDGETS

At this time Commr. Deems turned the Chair over to Commr.

Windram.

Mr. Chick Gregg, Leesburg, addressed the Board to discuss the Economic Development Council. Mr. Gregg introduced those present in the audience who were connected with the Council. He gave the Board a brief report on what the Council has accomplished during the past year.

Mr. Norm Endahl, Leesburg, addressed the Board and stated he was the new president of the Council. He gave the Board a brief report on what the Council hoped to accomplish next year. He further stated that the Council would be looking for a director to handle the business for the Council.

The Council requested the Board's consideration in assisting with the funding for the full time director. Mr. Endahl stated the their proposed budget would be completed by next week. He further stated the Council would be meeting with the cities to request assistance. He stated that Vo-Tech has tentatively committed to providing an office, secretary and telephone for the director.

Mr. Robert Moody, past president of the Council, and Mr. Ken Bragg, Vo-Tech, were also present to discuss the request with the Board.

The Board postponed any action on the Economic Development Council's request until the budgetary process. The Board further requested the Council submit their proposed budget to the Board.

AGRICULTURE CENTER/BIDS

On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board upheld the recommendation of the Building Committee and approved to hire a consultant to prepare specifications to go to bid for an acoustical drop ceiling which is to be installed in the auditorium of the Agriculture Center.

HEALTH DEPARTMENT/ACCOUNTS ALLOWED

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board upheld the recommendation of the Building Committee and approved repairs to the Umatilla Health Department, to be done in house at a cost not to exceed $12,000.00.

There being no further business to be brought to the attention of the Board, the meeting adjourned at 3:45 p.m.

Thomas J Windram, Chairman

James C. Watkins, Clerk

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