A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

JUNE 19, 1984

The Lake County Board of County Commissioners met in regular session on Tuesday, June 19, 1984, at 9:00 a.m. in the Board of County Commissioner's Meeting Roan, Lake County Courthouse, Tavares, Florida. Commissioners present at the meeting were: Glenn C. Burhans, Chairman; James R. Carson, Jr.; Claude E. Smoak, Jr.; and C. A. "Lex" Deems. Commr. Windram was not present for the meeting. Others present were: James C. Watkins, Clerk; Christopher C. Ford, County Attorney; and Mary C. Grover, Secretary.

Mr. Watkins gave the Invocation and the Pledge of Allegiance

was led by Commr. Deems.

CONTRACTS, LEASES & AGREEMENTS/PRIVATE INDUSTRY COUNCIL

Mr. Flowers, Director of the Private Industry Council, addressed the Board requesting approval of a performance based contract with the Volusia, Lake, Flagler-Private Industry Council, Inc. for the period July 1, 1984 to June 30, 1985. He stated that the advantages of a performance contract were: 1. it simplifies accounting between the County and the VLF-PIC; and 2. it can allow the County to receive funding over and above actual expenditures. He also discussed the fee basis which has been negotiated.

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved a performance based contract with the Volusia, Lake, Flagler-Private Industry Council, Inc. for the period July 1, 1984 to July 30, 1985, and authorized the Chairman to sign the necessary documents.

COUNTY EMPLOYEES/PRIVATE INDUSTRY COUNCIL

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board approved the position

reclassifications for the Private Industry Council as presented and recommended by Mr. Glenn Timmons, Personnel Director.

FAIRGROUNDS/COUNTY EMPLOYEES

On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried unanimously, the Board approved to reduce the secretarial position at the Lake County Fairgrounds to a Secretary III position at an annual salary of $9,360.00, as presented and recommended by Mr. Glenn Timmons, Personnel Director.

PUBLIC HEALTH/RESOLUTIONS

Mr. Watkins, Clerk, informed the Board that he had received a Resolution from the Board of County Commissioners of Baker County opposing to the recommendation of the Department of Health and Rehabilitative Services in the closing of the Northeast Florida State Hospital located in Macclenny.

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board adopted a resolution in opposition to the closing of the Northeast Florida State Hospital located in Macclenny.

BIDS/PURCHASING

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried unanimously, the Board approved the request from the Purchasing Department to extend County Bid #210-009-83 for filled Rip Rap Bags to Golden Triangle Builders Supply, Mt. Dora, Florida, through April 1, 1985, at the same price.

LICENSES & PERMITS

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board approved the request for additional firearms to be added to the gun permits of Alice C. Williams and Steven H. Nichols.

BONDS - CONTRACTOR

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

New

4138-84 Charles Lutz (Electrical)

4139-84 William C. Hinton (Roofing1

4140-84 Frederick James Foulk d/b/a Fred's Air Distribution

(Heating & Air Conditioning)

4141-84 Donald G. Moore (Residential)

REPORTS

On a motion by Commr. Deems seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried unanimous1y the Board acknowledged receipt of the

Distribution of Revenue 8, 1984, ($14,279 Traffic/ Criminal Cases for the week ending June 27).

APPOINTMENTS-RESIGNATIONS/FIRE DISTRICTS-FIRE DEPARTMENT

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the reappointment of Jim Baysinyer and Frank Meade, Fire Commissioners of the South Lake Fire District.

ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/INDIGENTS

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried unanimously, the Board approved payment of warrant #40934 through warrant #41218 for the following accounts:

General Revenue County Transportation Trust

Revenue Sharing Fine & Forfeiture

Mosquito Control Law Library

Aquatic Weed Section 8

Northeast Hospital Northeast Ambulance

Northwest Ambulance Landfills

Private Industry Council Countywide Library

The motion also approved payment for the following indigents:

Marilyn Guerry for Doretha Parris $5O/May

Jim Hutto for Molly Crenshaw $5O/May

Monroe W. Spears for Wendell Sailors $5O/May

BUDGETS

Mr. Watkins, Clerk, informed the Board that each Commissioner had been copied on the proposed summary of the proposed budget for 1984-85 along with the detailed revenue projections and expenditures. The Board scheduled the budget workshops for June 21, 1984, and June 26, 1984, at 9:00 a.m.

HEALTH DEPARTMENT/PUBLIC HEALTH

Mrs. and Mrs. Charles Little, Little Village Day Care Center, addressed the Board regarding the Lake County Health Department's denial in issuing a license to operate the Little Village Day Care Center, Inc. Mrs. Little stated that she felt the problems have been resolved. She stated that at the meeting on May 15, 1984, the Board had requested her to keep a log of activities on what was being done to rectify the problems. She further stated that she has been keeping a log since the meeting.

Mr. Lonnie Strickland, Director of Health and General Services, addressed the Board and stated that he had visited the Day Care Center with the Health Department during inspections. He stated that his major concern was medication being accessible to the children. He stated that medication was being stored in the refrigerator. He further stated that the State law requires all medications be placed in a locked lxx.

Mr. Strickland stated that the violation of adult supervision seemed to be resolved. He further stated that most of the violations were not threatening situations to the children. He recommended that the Board uphold the Health Department in the ruling.

Mr. Mark Edwards, Child Care Program Coordinator, Lake County Health Department, addressed the Board and gave a presentation on the inspections held by the Health Department since June 1, 1984.

The Board discussed the inspections reports on June 1, 1984 and June 18, 1984, which were conducted by Mr. Edwards and the inspections conducted by the Day Care Nursing Staff on June 1, 1984, and June 13, 1984.

Mr. Edwards recommended that the Board deny the Little Village Day Care Center a license.

Commr. Smoak stated that he does not support the

recommendation as he felt the Day Care Center has tried to make substantial progress in resolving the problems.

Discussion occurred regarding a possible personality conflict between Mr. Edwards and Mrs. Little. Mr. Edwards confirmed that a possible conflict could exist.

Mr. Russell Malling, Supervisor of Environmental Health, address the Board and stated that the Department usually makes quarterly inspections. He stated that the Department has been inspecting the Little Village Day Care Center every two weeks for the last six months and also stated that problems still exist.

The Board discussed the possibility of changing inspectors for further inspections. They suggested that Mr. Malling conduct the necessary inspections in order to get the Day Care Center into compliance. Mr. Willett, County Administrator, offered his assistance in helping the Little's cane into canpliance with the Ordinance.

Commr . Deems suggested the possibility of dropping the charges and issuing a regular license, and if it became necessary, then the Health Department should take the necessary steps to revoke the license. Mr. Edwards stated that it would be possible to issue a new license, but that it would be more difficult to revoke a license than it would to deny the issuance of a license.

Mr. Ford, County Attorney, informed the Board of the options the Board could take:

1. Uphold the recanmendation of the Health Department and deny the license.



2. Overturn the recommendation of the Health Department and issue a license.



3. Postpone the case for an additional 30-60 days in order for Mrs. Little to cane into compliance.



On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board approved to issue the Little Village Day Care Center a 60-day provisional license and postponed final decision on this hearing until August 21, 1984.

APPOINTMENTS-RESIGNATIONS/COMMITTEES/POLLUTION CONTROL

At this time Mr. Carroll Ward, Astatula, was present to be interviewed by the Board in regards to the vacancy on the Pollution Control Board in the agriculture capacity. The Board expressed their appreciation to Mr. Ward for applying for the position and stated that he would be notified of the Board's decision.

APPOINTMENTS-RESIGNATIONS/COMMITTEES/PUBLIC HEALTH

Mr. Lonnie Strickland, Health and General Services Director, addressed the Board to discuss appointment of the applicants for the Health Care Cost Committee.

Mr. Strickland informed the Board that South Lake Memorial Hospital intends to close their obstetrics unit in South Lake County.

At this time discussion was postponed until the interview with Ms. Catherine C. Hanson, applicant for the Pollution Control Board, had been completed.

APPOINTMENTS-RESIGNATIONS/COMMITTEES/POLLUTION CONTROL

At this time Ms. Catherine C. Hanson, Sorrento, was present to be interviewed by the Board in regards to the vacancy on the Pollution Control Board in the agriculture capacity. The Board expressed their appreciation to Ms. Hanson for applying for the position and stated that she would be notified of the Board's decision.

APPOINTMENTS-RESIGNATIONS/COMMITTEES/PUBLIC HEALTH (CONT.)

Discussion continued regarding appointments to the Health Care Cost Committee.

On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried unanimously, the Board appointed Jerry McDowell, Harry Galbraith, and Robert J. Bugni to the Health Care Cost Committee in the capacity of registered voters.

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried unanimously, the Board approved the following appointments to the Health Cost Care Committee:

Elected State Officer Purchasers of Health Services

Everett Kelly Thomas A. Newman

Robert H. Moody

Representative from Hospital District Boards

Matthew Rice - South Lake Memorial Hospital

Jack Kirkpatrick - Waterman Medical Center, Inc.

Ted Bowersox - Lake Community Hospital

Al Halliday - Northwest Lake County Hospital District

Discussion occurred regarding the voting capacity of the

Chairman.

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried unanimously, the Board approved to change the policy of the Committee in that the Chairman be allowed to vote in a tie situation.

Discussion continued regarding indigent birthing. Commr. Smoak stated that it was his understanding that the Northwest Hospital District agreed to have an account established to fund obstetrics. The Board directed the Clerk to research the minutes in regards to the report made by Mr. Minkoff, who also represents the Northwest Hospital Board, in that the Northwest Hospital District would pay the Northeast Hospital District for indigent birthing.

Commr. Smoak discussed the need for a birthing center in Lake county.

APPOINTMENTS-RESIGNATIONS/COMM MMITTEES/POLLUTION CONTROL

At this time Mr. William K. O'Brien, the third and final applicant applying for the agriculture position on the Pollution Control Board, was present to be interviewed by the Board. The Board expressed their appreciation to Mr. O'Brien for applying for the position and stated that he would be notified of the Board's decision.

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board appointed Ms. Catherine Hanson to the Pollution Control Board in the agriculture capacity and directed letters be sent to the other applicants thanking them for their interest in the position.

CONTRACTS, LEASES & AGREEMENTS/LIBRARIES

Mrs. Mary McMahon, Coordinator of the Lake County Library system, requested approval to renew the Interlocal Agreements with the County Library System for a period of two years. She informed the Board that she had received letters from the City of Eustis, the City of Umatilla, the City of Tavares requesting renewal of the interlocal agreements and had received verbal agreements from the City of Fruitland Park and the City of Clermont.

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved to extend the Interlocal Agreements with the participating cities for a period of two years and authorized the Chairman and the Clerk to sign the necessary documents.

Commr. Smoak recommended reappointing the City of Eustis as the Central Service Unit for the library system.

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board directed Mr. Willett, County Administrator, to contact the City of Eustis in regards to the renewal of the Interlocal Agreement reappointing the City as the Central Service Unit with the funding not to exceed $15,000.00.

At this time Commr. Burhans turned the Chairmanship over to Commr. Deems.

MEETINGS

Mr. Ford, County Attorney, informed the Board that he had attended the State Association Board of Director's meeting. He discussed the lawsuit against Escambia County in regards to single districts and the costs that have incurred.

At this time Commr. Deems turned the Chairmanship over to

Commr. Burhans.

AGRICULTURE CENTER/COUNTY EMPLOYEES/RESOLUTIONS/APPOINTMENTS

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board accepted the resignation of Dr. Kelly, Director of the Lake County Extension Service, effective July 31, 1984, and directed a resolution of appreciation be sent to him.

JAIL

Mr. Burhans informed the Board he had received a letter from Sheriff Griffin in regards to serious deficiencies within the cellblock security control boxes located within the Lake County Jail. Mr. Watkins, Clerk, stated that the Building Committee was obtaining prices on what it would cost to fix the boxes.

ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board approved the request from Sheriff Griffin for monies in the amount of $300.00 for Sheriff Griffin attending the Florida Sheriff's Association.

COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR'S AGENDA

ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/BUILDING DEPARTMENT/PLANNING DEPARTMENT

On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the following requests:

1. Reimburse Vickie Beaugrand, Secretary, Planning Department, tuition in the amount of $40.00 upon successful canpletion on one (1) data processing course and one (1) shorthand course at Vo-Tech.

2. Reimburse Wanda Snapp, Secretary, Building Department, tuition in the amount of $40.00 upon successful completion of two (2) shorthand courses at Vo-Tech.



ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/PUBLIC WORKS

On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the request to purchase, at State bid price, a minimum order of ten tons of thermosplastic.

ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/ROAD PROJECTS

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board approved the following payments:

1. Partial payment to Superior Asphalt Company, Inc., for Project #l-84 on Spring Lake Road in the amount of $35,677.20 (Revenue Sharing).



2. Partial payment to Trac Roadbuilders, Inc. for Project #7-84 on CR-466A in the amount of $75,068.46 (Secondary Funding).



3. Final payment to Asphalt Pavers, Inc. for Project #5-84 on C-474 in the amount of $17,500.00 (Secondary Funding).



DEEDS/RIGHT-OF-WAYS, ROADS & EASEMENTS

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board accepted an easement on Eaglesnest Road, #l-6611, from Sun First National Bank as trustee under the Last Will and Testament of R. Park Williams.

The motion also accepted a Non-Exclusive Easement South off Lake Griffin Road, #l-7611, by Hubert G. and Audrey W. Bevill.

The motion also accepted the following Right-of-Way Deeds:

1. Robert C. and Edle Bjelke - Grays Airport Road, #l-7310

2. Hubert G. and Audrey W. Bevill - Lake Griffin Road,

#l-7611

DEEDS/ROADS COUNTY & STATE

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board approved to release the following road reservations from the Department of Transportation for the following Murphy Act Deeds:

#2624, Reserve 25 feet fran the centerline of Lochmore

Circle, #4-4289 (Mt. Plymouth)

# 259, Reserve 25 feet from centerline of Pasa Del Norte

(Leesburg)

# 260, Reserve 25 feet from centerline of Pasa Del Norte

(Leesburg)

#2521, Reserve 20 feet from centerline of Vera Avenue

(Lake Katherine area west of 42).#8058, Reserve 25 feet from centerline of East Horizon

Vistas Road (Orlando-Hills)

#02-Chap. 2184 Reserve 30 feet from centerline of Drew

Avenue (Hillcrest-Clermont)

#2707, Reserve 30 feet from centerline of Seventh Street

(Astor)

ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/PERSONNEL DEPARTMENT

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board approved for Rod Martin, Personnel Department, to attend the Florida Public Personnel Association Meeting held in Sarasota, Florida, from July 22 to July 25, 1984, at an anticipated cost including registration fee of $330.70.

LANDFILLS

Mr. Michael C. Willett, County Administrator, addressed the Board to discuss the landfill fees. He informed the Board that normal operating costs will stay approximately the same. He stated that it was estimated that Lake County would receive approximately $625-630,000 in anticipated revenues in regards to the Landfill Budget for fiscal year 1984-85. He also stated that the Landfill budget has $500,000 in retained earnings. He further stated that the proposed budget for 1984-85 is $1,742,000. He explained that the budget will fall short approximately $624,000. He stated that the following options might be open to the Board:

1. Raise the landfill fees.

2. Go with budgeted amount less the increase in fees.

3. Not to adhere to DER requirements and spend what is

available in the Landfill budget.

Mr. Willett stated that Mr. Roland Lewis, Solid Waste

Coordinator, would be present this afternoon for further discussion on the landfill fees.

RECESS & REASSEMBLY

At 12:00 Noon the Chairman announced the Board would recess for lunch. At 2:00 P.M. the Board reconvened for the remainder of the County Administrator's agenda.

COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR'S AGENDA

ROAD CLOSINGS Unnamed Roads - Platof Higley - Petition #325 No one present wished to discuss this request with the

Board.

It was noted that the proper proof of publication was on hand as it appeared in the May 24, 1984, and May 31, 1984 editions of the Sentinel Star, Lake Little Sentinel.

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board approved to vacate those portions of unnamed roads in Blocks 27 and 28 in the unrecorded plat of Higley, Section 2, Township 18 South, Range 25 East, Lake County, Florida, for Ryburn W. Huddleston, as per Petition No. 352.

ROAD CLOSINGS - PERMISSION TO ADVERTISE

Petition #353 - Portion of Bear Lake Road

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

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried unanimously, the Board granted permission to advertise for the vacation of that portion of Bear Lake Road abutting Lot 1 in the Plat of Bear Lake Heights Subdivision recorded in Plat Book 11, Page 92, Public Records of Lake County, Florida, by Vern E. Huber, as per Petition No. 353.

Petition #354 - Portion of Osgood Street

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

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried unanimously, the Board granted permission to advertise for the vacation of that portion of Osgood Street between Central Avenue and Park Avenue according to the plat of Sorrento as recorded in Plat Book 1, Page 32, of the Public Records of Lake County, Florida, by Stuart Saemmer, as per Petition No. 354.

BIDS/COUNTY PROPERTY/CLAY PITS/RESOLUTIONS

Mr. Willett, County Administrator, addressed the Board to award the bid on Parcel #15, Wolfbranch Road. He explained that Mr. Rogers/Mr. Vollenweider and Mr. Thomas had resubmitted bids on the surplus property and Mr. Thomas had submitted the high bid of $3,510.00.

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried unanimously, the Board accepted the high bid from Mr. Paul C. Thomas in the amount of $3,510.00 and authorized the Chairman and the Clerk to sign the necessary deed and resolution.

LANDFILLS/RESOLUTION

Mr. Roland Lewis, Solid Waste Coordinator, addressed the Board to request an increase in the Landfill rates. He stated that based on information obtained from Mr. David Keough, P.E., costs to be incurred during 1984-85 at the existing rates charged at the County Landfills and transfer stations will not provide sufficient revenue to meet State mandated operational and closure requirements. He further stated that the increase in rates would generate approximately $50,000 in additional revenue. He stated that he was requesting the following increases:

Cars $1.50

Pickups 2.50

Trailers 2.50 (not larger than

8' x 10')

Large limbs, Tree stumps $2.5O/c.y. or $lO/ton

Tires 5.oo/c.y. or $20/ton

Small dead animals 8.00 load

Cities & Commercial Haulers 1.8O/c.y.

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved that the fees be set as recommended by Mr. Lewis, effective October 1, 1984, and authorized that a Resolution be prepared.

OUTDOOR RECREATIONAL FACILITIES/RESOLUTIONS/SIGNS

Mr. Michael Willett, County Administrator, addresed the Board to discuss Butler Street and Pearl Street Boat Ramp.

Commr. Burhans read a memorandum from Mr. Minkoff, County Attorney's Office, which indicated that the staff has been working with Mr. Tworoger and his attorney. He stated that Mr. Tworoger is attempting to provide another boat ramp site to the community so that it would be possible to vacate Pearl Street. He stated that staff is requesting that the Board adopt a resolution limiting overnight parking on Pearl Street from Old 40 to the river and possibly limiting all parking on certain portions of Pearl Street so that the public has adequate access to the ramp.

Mr. Minkoff was also present to discuss the situation with

the Board.

Commr. Burhans recommended that "NO Overnight Parking", "No Storage of Boats" signs be posted at the Pearl Street Boat Ramp. Mr. Minkoff recommended that "No Parking" signs be erected within 150 feet of the boat ramp.

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board upheld the recommendation of the Chairman and approved to place "No Overnight Parking", "No Storage of Boats", and "NO Parking" (within 150 feet of the boat ramp) signs at the Pearl Street Boat Ramp.

POLLUTION CONTROL

MS. Paulette Muller, Director of Pollution Control, addressed the Board to discuss the pumping of water from Cook Lake. She stated that David Rosenau, Pollution Control, has spoken with Mr. Cole, owner of Molokai Mobile Home Park, and stated that Mr. Cole has submitted a letter requesting permission to pump water from the lake three hours per week. Ms. Muller stated that she did not think that the request was unreasonable.

Commr. Burhans stated that he had spoken with Mr. Jim Modica, St. John's River Water Management District (Mt. Dora Office), and that he indicated that the problems have been resolved. Ms. Muller stated that she would contact Mr. Modica to confirm that the problem has been resolved.

COUNTY EMPLOYEES/PLANNING DEPARTMENT

Mr. Willett, County Administrator, addressed the Board to request the Senior Drafting position be filled with an annual salary of $13,500.00.

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board approved the recommendation from Mr. Willett to fill the Senior Drafting position at a annual salary of $13,500.00.

MUNICIPALITIES/COMMUNICATIONS

Mr. Willett, County Administrator, informed the Board he had received a request from the Tavares Chamber of Commerce to close Lakeshore Drive from Tavares to Mount Dora to thru traffic. He stated that the road would not be closed to the residents in the area. He further stated that the Chamber of Commerce would like to have the street closed on July 4, 1984, from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00.a.m. He explained that the Chamber of Commerce would be responsible for the rerouting of the off-street traffic.

Mr. Richard Swartz, Tavares Chamber of Commerce, was present to discuss the request with the Board.

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the request of the Tavares Chamber of Commerce to close Lakeshore Drive from Tavares to Mount Dora to off-street traffic on July 4, 1984, stipulating that the Chamber of Commerce coordinate the activities with the County Administrator's Office and the County Engineer and that adequate personnel will be available to direct traffic.

ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/COUNTY BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS

Mr. Willett, County Administrator, informed the Board that the tin roof of the Mascotte Barn had blown off the building. Be stated that a check in the amount of $6,613.00 had been received from the Insurance Company in settlement of the claim. Be further stated that the Purchasing Department had obtained quotes to replace the tin roof and had received a quote from Plummer Construction in Minneola in the amount of $5,857.00.

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board approved to replace the tin roof at the Mascotte Barn with a tin roof and accepted the low quote from Plummer Construction in the amount of $5,857.00.

RECESS & REASSEMBLY

At 3:00 p.m. the Chairman announced the Board would recess until 3:30 p.m. The Board reconvened at 3:30 p.m. to discuss the optional gas tax.

PUBLIC WORKS/MUNICIPALITIES

Mr. Willett, County Administrator, addressed the Board to discuss the optional gas tax. He summarized the meetings that have taken place with the cities.

Mr. Robert Moore, President of the Lake County League of Cities and a member of the Tavares City Council, addressed the Board to discuss the gas tax. Be stated that the position of the cities that he had spoken with was that they would prefer a formula which achieves a 60% County, 40% City split.

Mr. Jim Myers, Finance Director for the City of Eustis, addressed the Board and stated that he felt that the Board should be aware that the cities are also assisting in the maintenance of roads and right-of-ways. Be stated that the City Commission of Eustis had agreed to a 60-40 split on all three cents.

Mr. Charles Beals, Mayor/Councilman for the City of Clermont, was present and stated that the city officials were interested in equity. Commr. Smoak stated that it was the position of the Board that the County would go no lower than the State mandated split if the County and the cities cannot reach an agreement in regards to the split. Mr. Beals stated that he felt the 60-40 split would be an equitable distribution.

Discussion occurred regarding the mandate in the law in the absence of an agreement. It was noted that prior records indicate that there has been a 70-30 split for the past few years.

Mr. Minkoff, County Attorney's Office, was present and discussed with the Board and audience the language of the Florida Statute pertaining to the optional gas tax.

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board approved to seek the cooperation of the Lake County League of Cities in requesting approval of an Interlocal Agreement stipulating the distribution of the two cents optional gas tax as mandated by state law as a voluntary agreement cannot be reached between the County and the Cities.

There being no further business to be brought to the attention of the Board, the meeting adjourned at 4:20 p.m.

Glenn C. Burhans, Chairman

James C. Watkins, Clerk

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