A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

AUGUST 6, 1996

The Lake County Board of County Commissioners met in regular session on Tuesday, August 6, 1996, at 9:00 a.m., in the Board of County Commissioner's Meeting Room, Lake County Administration Building, Tavares, Florida. Commissioners present at the meeting were: Welton G. Cadwell, Chairman; William "Bill" H. Good, Vice Chairman; Catherine C. Hanson; Rhonda H. Gerber, and G. Richard Swartz, Jr. Others present were: Sanford A. Minkoff, County Attorney; Sue B. Whittle, County Manager; Ava Kronz, BCC Office Manager; Barbara Lehman, Chief Deputy Clerk, County Finance; and Marlene S. Foran, Deputy Clerk.

Commr. Good gave the Invocation and led the Pledge of Allegiance.

AGENDA UPDATE

Ms. Sue Whittle, County Manager, requested that a request for approval to apply for a state grant from the Florida Department of Transportation be added to the agenda.

Commr. Cadwell requested that discussion on the Lake Apopka Restoration Project be added to the agenda.

On a motion by Commr. Gerber, seconded by Commr. Hanson and carried unanimously by a 5 - 0 vote, the Board approved to add a request for approval to apply for a state grant from the Florida Department of Transportation, and a request for discussion on the Lake Apopka Restoration Project to the agenda.

MINUTES

On a motion by Commr. Hanson, seconded by Commr. Swartz and carried unanimously by a 5 - 0 vote, the Board approved the Minutes of July 9, 1996 (Regular Meeting), as presented.

CLERK OF COURTS' CONSENT AGENDA

On a motion by Commr. Hanson, seconded by Commr. Gerber and carried unanimously by a 5 - 0 vote, the Board approved the following requests:



Accounts Allowed/Budget Transfers



Request for approval of Budget Transfers and Resolution from the Office of County Finance, as follows:



A. Transfers:



1. Fund: Landfill Enterprise Fund

Department: Solid Waste Management

From: Several $27,000

To: Machinery & Equipment $27,000

Transfer #: 96-267



Justification: Transfer of funds needed to purchase ten additional used oil containment units. These additional units will provide better service to our recycling citizens and will improve the accessibility of used oil disposal facilities.



2. Fund: General Fund

Department: Constitutional Officer/Sheriff

From: Contingency - Sheriff $10,000

To: Corrections - Capital $10,000

Transfer #: 96-268



Justification: Pursuant to F.S. 30.49, the Sheriff is requesting that $10,000 be transferred to Corrections - Capital Outlay.



3. Fund: General Fund

Department: Fire & Emergency Services

From: Contingency $400

To: Utilities $400

Transfer #: 96-270



Justification: Transfer needed for deposit for water service to the Animal Control Shelter.



4. Fund: Sales Tax Capital Projects

Department: Facilities & Capital Improvements

From: Several $307,000

To: Several $307,000

Transfer #: 96-276



Justification: Transfer necessary to complete the renovation of the historical courthouse.



B. Resolutions:



1. Fund: Landfill Enterprise Fund

Department: Solid Waste Management

Revenue: Recycling & Education Grant $751

Expenditure: Office Supplies $751

Amendment #: 96-269



Justification: Resolution No. 1996-110 to receive unanticipated revenue from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection for the purpose of expanding the recycling program for Lake County.





Bonds - Contractor



Request for approval of Contractor Bonds, New, as follows:



New



5118-97 David D. Hise dba Quality Services (Roofing)

5467-96 David Sharp Electric, Inc.

5468-96 Richard M. Oldham (Electrical Sign)

5469-96 Thomas E. Armstrong, Jr./A. Armstrong & Sons Roofing, Inc.

5470-96 John Walter Kornhaus (Electrical)

5471-96 Jay E. Nulph (Class B Air Conditioning)

5472-96 Margarette Allman/Allman Roofing, Inc.

5473-96 Phillip S. Carmon (Electrical Contractor)

5474-96 Michael Fisher (Registered Residential)

Accounts Allowed/Courts-Judges



Request for approval of Satisfactions of Judgment, as follows:



Eugene David Joslyn, II, in the amount of $250.00, Case No.

001-7-351100-1-9090100



John Tucker, III, in the amount of $250.00, Case No.

92-173-CF



Dennis E. McCollough, in the amount of $250.00, Case No. 82-992MM.



Accounts Allowed



Request for approval of list of items to be deleted from Fixed Assets for the month of June, 1996 in the amount of $29,518.18.



County Property



Request for approval of Addendum No. 2 to list of County equipment for combined County-Cities Auction held June 29, 1996.



Accounts Allowed



Request for approval of list of warrants paid prior to this meeting, pursuant to Chapter 136 of the Florida Statutes, which shall be incorporated into the Minutes as attached Exhibit A and filed in the Board Support Division of the Clerk's Office.



Accounts Allowed/Reports



Request to acknowledge receipt of monthly distribution of revenue Traffic/Criminal Cases, Month ending June 30, 1996. Disbursements made to Board: $149,119.58. Same period last year: $154,328.90.



State Agencies/Reports



Request to acknowledge receipt of U.S. Geological Survey Open-File Report 96-143 "Hydrology of the Wolf Branch Sinkhole Basin, Lake County, East-Central Florida".



Municipalities/Ordinances



Request to acknowledge receipt of City of Minneola Ordinance No. 95-02, amending the boundaries of the City of Minneola by including within the City limits property generally located in the

vicinity of Mohawk Road, South Avenue and Washington Street; rezoning the property from County A (Agricultural) to City R1 (Residential District) with a Conditional Permit under classification of uses to allow commercial citrus grove; adopted by the City Council of the City of Minneola on March 14, 1996.



Municipalities/Ordinances



Request to acknowledge receipt of City of Leesburg Annexation Ordinance No. 96-25, annexing certain property owned by E.L. Williams, Inc. consisting of approximately 7.5 acres and being generally located at the southeast corner of the intersection of Sleepy Hollow Road and East of U.S. Highway 441, Section 20, Township 19 South, Range 25 East; adopted by the City Commission of the City of Leesburg on May 28, 1996.



Municipalities/Ordinances



Request to acknowledge receipt of City of Tavares Annexation Ordinance No. 96-16, amending Ordinance No. 94-25, commonly known as the Lakeside at Tavares Annexation and Rezoning Ordinance, by amending the setback requirements of the parcels adjacent to C.R. 561 and proposed C.R. 448 extension; adopted by the City Council of the City of Tavares on May 1, 1996.



State Agencies/Reports



Request to acknowledge receipt of State of Florida, Office of the Auditor General, Report No. 12767 operational compliance audit of the Office of the Public Defender, Fifth Judicial Circuit for January 1, 1995 through December 31, 1995.



State Agencies/Utilities



Request to acknowledge receipt of Notice before the Florida Public Service Commission, In Re: Request for Acknowledgement of Sale of Facilities of Walker Memorial Hospital d/b/a Pine Acres Water to City of Avon Park; and Cancellation of Water Certificate No. 465-W in Highland County; Docket No. 960346-WU; Order No. PSDC-96-0777-FOF-WU; Order Acknowledging Sale, Canceling Certificate and Closing Docket.



State Agencies/Reports



Request to acknowledge receipt of Green Swamp Land Authority's General and Acquisition Funds, as of May 31, 1996 and June 30, 1996, and related statement of Revenues and Appropriation Expenditures, General Fund, and accompanying supplemental information contained in Schedules of Accounts Payable and Cash Receipts and Disbursements for months indicated, in accordance with Statements on Standards for Accounting and Review Services, issued by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants.



Budgets/Reports



Request to acknowledge receipt of Village Center Community Development District's proposed budget for "Water and Sewer Utilities", "Recreational Amenity Division", and "Recreational Amenity Division No. 2" for Fiscal Year 1996/97, in accordance with Chapter 190.008(2)(b)(c), Florida Statutes.



Accounts Allowed/Deeds



Request to acknowledge receipt of unclaimed excess proceeds for tax deeds totaling $1,558.77.



Ambulance-Hospital Districts/Reports



Request to acknowledge receipt of Annual Public Facilities Report for North Lake County Hospital District/Independent Special District and map of district.



COUNTY MANAGER'S CONSENT AGENDA



Commr. Swartz requested that Tab 4, a request for approval and execution of Memorandum of Right of First Refusal between Lake County and Robert A. Mantovani, be pulled for discussion.

On a motion by Commr. Swartz, seconded by Commr. Good and carried unanimously by a 5 - 0 vote, the Board approved the following requests, with the exception of Tab 4:

Resolutions



Request for approval and execution of Resolution No. 1996-109 expressing appreciation to Louise Cox for her dedication and service to the youth of Lake County through 50 years of service as a Lake County 4-H volunteer.



Contracts, Leases & Agreements/County Property



Request for approval and execution of Contract for Sale and Purchase of property in Lake County Central Park between Lake County and Ryder Truck Rental, Inc.



Accounts Allowed/County Buildings



Request for approval and execution of Change Order between Lake County and ATEC & Associates, Inc. for air quality monitoring and sample analysis in the amount of $15,925.00.



Accounts Allowed/Contracts, Leases & Agreements



Request for approval and execution of Change Order to the contract between Lake County and Odell & Associates for design changes to various elements of the facilities renovation program in the amount of $85,585.00.



Accounts Allowed/Contracts, Leases & Agreements



Request for approval and execution of Change Orders to Metric's GMP Contract for work on the renovation project in the lump sum amount of $162,197.00.



County Property/Fire & Emergency Services



Request for approval to declare a 1960 Seagraves Pumper as surplus and to donate it to the Lake County Fire/Rescue Explorers for use in parades and training, with the stipulation that at any time the insurance lapses or they discontinue the use of this truck, it will be returned to Lake County Fire/Rescue for disposal.





State Agencies/Contracts, Leases & Agreements/Corrections



Request for approval and execution of Florida Department of Corrections Interagency/Public Works Agreement for the use of prisoner labor for Fire/Rescue for mowing and light maintenance of fire stations.



Contracts, Leases & Agreements/Municipalities



Request for approval and execution of Interlocal Agreement between Lake County and the City of Leesburg relating to the allocation of funds for the provision of first response medical services.



Contracts, Leases & Agreements/Zoning



Request for acceptance and execution of an Agreement between Lake County and Edward Glover for a Temporary Non-Conforming Zoning Use to place a travel trailer on property located on Horse Ranch Road while the conventional home is being built - Commissioner District 4.



Ordinances/Zoning



Request for approval to record an amended revised Ordinance No. 42-90, Condev Orlando/US 27 Ltd.



Contracts, Leases & Agreements/Planning/Communications



Request for approval and execution of Interlocal Agreement between Lake County and Seminole County for use of their "FDEP Tanks" program software in our Storage Tank Compliance Program.



Human Resources/County Employees



Request for approval of certificates for employees with one and three years of service.



Human Resources/County Employees



Request for approval to hold a Health and Benefits Fair on Friday, September 20, 1996, for all employees and spouses of the Board of County Commissioners, Constitutional Officers, and all Lake County Government Offices.



Accounts Allowed/Utilities



Request for approval to establish accounts for direct payment of recurring telephone, electric, water and other miscellaneous utility charges billed to the Public Services Department of Fiscal Year 1996/97.



Budgets/Mosquito & Aquatic Plants



Request for approval and execution of Certified Budget for Arthropod Control for Fiscal Year 1995-96 mid year adjustment.



Contracts, Leases & Agreements/Communications



Request for approval and execution of Lease Agreement between NewCity Communications of Daytona, Inc. d/b/a WCFB and Lake County for antenna space on the Royal Trails tower structure.





Contracts, Leases & Agreements/Federal Agencies



Request for approval and execution of Project Agreement and Amendment to the Forest Development Road Cooperative Agreement between the USDA Forest Service and Lake County.



Accounts Allowed/Deeds/Subdivisions/Bonds/Resolutions

Roads-County & State



Request for acceptance of Warranty Deed from Sawmill Lakes, Inc. and Lakes at Sawmill Homeowners Association, Inc. to dedicate Carlson Circle to Lake County; acceptance and execution of Developer's Agreement for maintenance of improvements; acceptance of a Maintenance Bond, in the amount of $11,751.00; and approval and execution of Resolution No. 1996-111 accepting Carlson Circle (#2-0734B) into the County Road Maintenance System.



Contracts, Leases & Agreements/State Agencies



Request for approval and execution of First Amendment to Agreement between the St. Johns River Water Management District and Lake County to perform a study and the preliminary design for stormwater management for State Road 19; and approval and execution of Modification to Joint Project Agreement between the State of Florida Department of Transportation and Lake County.



Roads-County & State/Resolutions



Request for approval and execution of Resolution No. 1996-112 to post "No Thru Trucks" signs on Lona Street (#3-3643) and Lane Park Cutoff (#3-3444) in the Tavares area.



Assessments



Request for approval to waive interest for Special Assessment 665038 for Charles and Connie Peterson and David Wood; subject to final review and approval by the County Attorney.



Assessments/Resolutions/Roads-County & State



Request for approval and execution of Resolution No. 1996-113 correcting Special Assessment Roll SA-84 for the paving, grading, curbing, and drainage of Okaloosa Trail for Gabrielle L. Gardner, et al; subject to final review and approval by the County Attorney.



Deeds



Request for acceptance of the following deeds:



Statutory Warranty



Dick A. and Evelyn Magno

Coralwood Lane



Antonio R. and Erlinda L. Tolentino

Coralwood Lane



Timothy D. Churchville

Coralwood Lane



Lucien M. and Margaret C. Pierre

Coralwood Lane



Alban I. Niles

Coralwood Lane



JNR Properties, Inc.

Coralwood Lane



Steven's Enterprises of Vero Beach, Inc.

S.R. 40



James T. McNulty

W. Cove Road (#3-3146)



Joe Louis Dopico, Maria V. Dopico and Frank L. Dopico

Gray's Airport Road (#5-7310)



Agnes T. May, John B. Whitaker and Betty Sue Whitaker

Chain-O-Lakes Road (#5-6346)



Agnes T. May, John B. Whitaker and Betty Sue Whitaker

N. Em El Grove Road (#5-8134)



Florida-Georgia District of Lutheran Church Missouri Synod

Blackstill Lake road (#2-1757)



Sheri Cantillon

Vincent Drive (#3-4163)



Rex Rogers

Beach Street (#5-8070)



Albert J., Helen R., Dennis J. and Kathleen A. Oberdove

Lake Eustis Drive (#3-4938)



Edward W. and Sally G. Jackson

Lake Emma Road (#2-2119)



Marvin W. and Patty L. Baden

Twin Palms Road (#1-5814)

E. Harbor Drive (#1-5916)



Jack R. and Joan B. Amon

C-565A



Non-Exclusive Easement



Jack R. and Joan B. Amon

C-565A



Royal Palm Beach Colony, Limited Partnership

Maggie Jones Road Extension



Accounts Allowed/Budgets/Bids



Request for approval to advertise for bids, proposals and professional services; award and issue Purchase Orders for quotes, bids, proposals, annual bids, State Contract, G.S.A. Cooperative Bids, OEM Repairs, sole source and proprietor source; approve and execute contracts and encumber funds, as follows:



A) Authorization to Seek Bids, Proposals and Professional Services.



DIVISION AMOUNT



FIRE SERVICES $77,000.00



AUTHORIZATION TO SEEK BIDS, UTILIZE GSA OR COOPERATIVE BIDS AND AWARD TO THE LOW MOST RESPONSIBLE BIDDER AND EXPEND FUNDS

FOR SUPER COMMANDO JANESVILLE BUNKER GEAR WITH SUSPENDERS AND MORNING PRIDE BUNKER GEAR WITH SUSPENDERS. THESE BRANDS WERE SELECTED AFTER INFORMAL TESTING THAT HAS DETERMINED THEY WERE THE MOST IDEAL STYLE FOR SAFETY, WEARABILITY, HEAT RELEASE, AND COMFORT FOR OUR FIREFIGHTERS. WE NOW WILL FINALIZE THE TESTING PROCESS AFTER THE PURCHASE OF MULTIPLE SETS AND WILL DETERMINE WHICH STYLE WILL PROVIDE THE MOST COMFORT, HEAT RELEASE, WEARABILITY, AND SAFETY FOR OUR FIREFIGHTERS. ONCE THIS TEST IS COMPLETED AND A CHOICE IS MADE, FIRE SERVICES WILL THEN WISH TO STANDARDIZE ON THAT STYLE AND IT WILL BECOME OUR CHOICE FOR ALL FUTURE PURCHASES.



C) Award Bids, and Proposals, and Issue Purchase Orders and/or Contracts.



DIVISION AMOUNT



FIRE SERVICES $63,836.00



TEN-8-FIRE EQUIPMENT INC/AUTHORIZATION TO AWARD PROPOSAL #P-3-6-09, EXTRICATION EQUIPMENT, AND ISSUE PURCHASE ORDER WITHIN BUDGETED FUNDS PER THE RECOMMENDATION OF THE REVIEW COMMITTEE FOR THE PURCHASE OF 4 EACH "JAWS OF LIFE". FUNDING FOR THIS IS FROM ACCOUNT #001.2134150.526.8600640 ($23,000.00) AND ACCOUNT #168-21361312.522.8600640 ($40,836.00)



F) Approve and Execute Contracts, Agreements, Amendments, Chairman's Signature and Encumber Funds.



DIVISION AMOUNT



SOLID WASTE $75,000.00



HARTMAN & ASSOCIATES, INC/AUTHORIZATION TO AWARD PROPOSAL #P-6-6-11, TO THE NUMBER ONE RANKED VENDOR FOR CONSTRUCTION OF GROUND WATER MONITORING WELLS, ENCUMBER FUNDS AND EXECUTE A CONTRACT PENDING THE COUNTY ATTORNEY'S APPROVAL. SELECTION CRITERIA RANKING WAS BASED ON EXPERIENCE, ABILITY, EQUIPMENT, REFERENCE AND FEE PROPOSAL. THE SELECTION COMMITTEE RANKED HARTMAN & ASSOCIATES NUMBER ONE BASED ON THE FACT THAT THEY WERE THE MOST RESPONSIVE VENDOR AND PROVIDED COMPETITIVE PRICING. FUNDING FOR THIS IS FROM ACCOUNT #421.4546550.534.8300340. BASED UPON ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS BY THE STATE, PURSUANT TO THE CONTAMINATION ASSESSMENT FOR THE ASTATULA LANDFILL, ADDITIONAL MONITORING WELLS MAY BE REQUIRED.



LIBRARY SERVICES $25,000.00



BEACH/WILLEY/AUTHORIZATION TO AWARD PROPOSAL #P-6-6-10, TO THE NUMBER ONE RANKED VENDOR FOR LIBRARY CONSULTANT SERVICES, ENCUMBER FUNDS AND EXECUTE A CONTRACT PENDING THE COUNTY ATTORNEY'S APPROVAL. SELECTION CRITERIA RANKING WAS BASED ON 1) METHODOLOGY, APPROACH AND DETAILED PLANS, 2)QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE, 3) COMPLIANCE WITH TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF RFP, 4) PROJECT COMPLETION SCHEDULE, 5) PAST PERFORMANCE IN SIMILAR PROJECTS AND 6) APPROPRIATENESS OF THE BUDGET IN RELATION TO THE PROJECT. THE SELECTION COMMITTEE RANKED BEACH/WILLEY NUMBER ONE BASED ON THE FACT THAT THEY WERE THE BEST RESPONSIVE AND RESPONSIBLE VENDOR. FUNDING FOR THIS IS FROM ACCOUNT #690.203840.571.8300340.





SOLID WASTE $30,000.00



AUTHORIZATION TO EXTEND PROPOSAL #P-5-4-10, GROUNDWATER ANALYSIS, AND CONTRACT WITH POST BUCKLEY SCHUH AND JERNIGAN THROUGH 9/30/96 AND ENCUMBER FUNDS. THIS EXTENSION WILL ALLOW TIME TO AWARD PENDING PROPOSAL #P-6-6-13 OPENING ON AUGUST 7, 1996. THE BOARD APPROVED ORIGINAL PROPOSAL #P-5-4-10 ON 8/9/94. FUNDING FOR THIS IS FROM ACCOUNT #420.4569100.534.8300310.



Accounts Allowed/Assessments



Request for approval and authorization for the Chairman to execute Satisfaction of Assessment Liens as follows:



Pine Island Shores



Robert J. & Loretta S. Rice $722.79



Astor Forest Campsites



Robert Dennis Eggleston (Estate) $1,710.35

William M. & Janeen A. Drake $1,791.67

William M. & Janeen A. Drake $1,791.67



Lake Eustis Village Subdivision



Charles H. & Cynthia D. Smith $782.26



Howey Sub A



John A. Berry $5,074.01

John A. Berry $1,700.69

John A. Berry $1,700.69



From NW Corner Gov. Lot 3



Emily M. Mendell $1,627.34





Accounts Allowed/Contracts, Leases & Agreements

Tourist Development



Request for approval and execution of Agreement between Lake County and Cramer-Krasselt for tourist development advertising services for one year, providing the option to renew this Agreement twice for a term of one year for each of the two renewals; and approval to encumber and expend funds in the approximate amount of $290,000.00.



PERSONAL APPEARANCES/PUBLIC HEARINGS/TIMES CERTAIN

PRESENTATION BY REPRESENTATIVE EVERETT KELLY

ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/LIBRARIES/GRANTS

Mr. Everett Kelly, State House of Representatives, presented a State Aid to Libraries grant check, in the amount of $72,811.00, to Ms. Wendy Breeden, Library Services Manager, and Lake County.

It was noted that Ms. Laura Clark, Lake County Library Board, was present in the audience.

PRESENTATION OF AWARDS AND PLAQUES

Commr. Cadwell presented the following awards and plaques, as Mr. Alvin Jackson, Assistant County Manager, provided information on each individual:

Plaques to Employees with Ten Years of Service



Betty H. Dittman, Expo Center/Fairgrounds Director, Facilities & Capital Improvements/Fairgrounds Section. (Not Present)



Frank S. Franklin, Equipment Operator III, Public Services/Roads Division/Maintenance Area I (Leesburg)



Donald W. Priem, Jr., Veterans Service Officer, Community Services/Veterans Services Division



Plaque and Bond to "Employee of the Quarter", Third Quarter (April, May, June)



Vicki I. Runninger, Secretary I, Planning and Development Services, Director's Office



"PRIDE" CERTIFICATES



At this time, Commr. Cadwell and Ms. Sue Whittle, County

Manager, presented "Pride" Certificates to the following individuals:



Office of Agricultural Education Service



Jean Dempsey (Not Present)



Board of County Commissioners' Office



Sue Michaelsen



Community Services



Donna Gray-Williams (Not Present)

Hillary Knepper (Not Present)



Facilities & Capital Improvements



Judy Evans

Joe Harris



Fire & Emergency



Braxton Bisceglia

Juliet Dukes



Growth Management



Anna Perez

Information Services



Harriette Hannah





Personnel



Beverly Amerson

Deann Schultz



Public Services



Rick Massey

Keith Schwartz



Purchasing



Roseann Johnson (Not Present)

Donna Thielhart (Not Present)



Risk Management



Nicie Parks



Solid Waste



Joe Ellis

Charles Mohr



Office of Tourism



Linda Schneeberger (Not Present)

PUBLIC HEARINGS

ORDINANCES/PLANNING

Mr. Sandy Minkoff, County Attorney, placed the proposed Ordinance relating to Land Development Regulations, Chapter II, Lot Grading, on the floor for its final reading by title only, as follows:

AN ORDINANCE OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF LAKE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AMENDING THE LAKE COUNTY LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS; AMENDING CHAPTER II DEFINITIONS; PROVIDING FOR THE DEFINITION OF LOT GRADING; AMENDING CHAPTER IX DEVELOPMENT DESIGN AND IMPROVEMENT STANDARDS; AMENDING SECTION 9.07.00, CHANGING THE NAME OF THE SECTION TO LOT GRADING, EROSION CONTROL AND FLOODPLAIN MANAGEMENT REGULATIONS; CREATING SECTION 9.07.09 LOT GRADING, REGULATING THE MOVEMENT, EXTRACTION AND/OR PLACEMENT OF SOILS WITHIN THE LIMITS OF AN INDIVIDUAL RESIDENTIAL LOT OR PARCEL BOUNDARY; PROVIDING FOR INCLUSION IN THE LAKE COUNTY CODE; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.

Mr. Don Griffey, Engineering Director, Department of Public Services, appeared before the Board and provided clarification to a question presented by Commr. Good in regard to language under Section 9.07.09, Lot Grading, B. Requirements, which states that lot grading shall not adversely affect surrounding or downstream wetlands, floodplains, or neighboring property. He explained that the intent was to address negative impacts, such as sedimentation and increase in runoff, to the downstream or adjacent area.

At this time, Commr. Cadwell opened the public hearing portion of the meeting.

Ms. Cecelia Bonifay, Attorney, Akerman, Senterfitt, & Eidson, appeared before the Board and expressed concern with how this ordinance would be applied, and who would be responsible for the monitoring and enforcement. She requested that a notice provision be included in the ordinance that would provide notification of problems to holders of a St. Johns River Water Management permit.

Mr. Griffey stated that the intent of the ordinance was to address the lots that are not covered under a stormwater permit from the St. Johns River Water Management District. He explained that the issue of someone filling in a swale system that was part of a permitted system would be addressed under the Stormwater Management portion of the ordinance.

There being no further public comment, the public hearing portion of the meeting was closed.

On a motion by Commr. Swartz, seconded by Commr. Good and carried unanimously by a 5 - 0 vote, the Board approved Ordinance No. 1996-63, an ordinance relating to Land Development Regulations, Chapter II, Lot Grading, as read on its final reading by title only.

ORDINANCES/PLANNING

Mr. Sandy Minkoff, County Attorney, placed the proposed Ordinance, relating to Land Development Regulations Section 12.03.01 to provide the Board of Adjustment authority to hear variances to Section 14.20.00 Lot Line Deviation/Adjustment, on the floor for its final reading by title only, as follows:

AN ORDINANCE OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF LAKE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AMENDING THE LAKE COUNTY LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS; AMENDING CHAPTER XII HARDSHIP RELIEF, APPEALS AND ENFORCEMENT; PROVIDING FOR THE AMENDMENT OF SECTION 12.03.01 JURISDICTION, AMENDING SUBSECTION A, ADDING 14.20 WHICH ALLOWS THE BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT TO HEAR VARIANCES TO SECTION 14.20, LOT LINE DEVIATION/ADJUSTMENT; PROVIDING FOR INCLUSION IN THE LAKE COUNTY CODE; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.

Ms. Sharon Farrell, Senior Director, Department of Growth Management, appeared before the Board to address questions.

At this time, Commr. Cadwell opened the public hearing portion of the meeting.

There being no one present wishing to discuss this request, the public hearing portion of the meeting was closed.

Commr. Hanson made a motion, which was seconded by Commr. Gerber, to approve Ordinance No. 1996-64, an ordinance relating to Land Development Regulations Section 12.03.01 to give the Board of Adjustment authority to hear variances to Section 14.20.00 Lot Line Deviation/Adjustment, as read on its final reading by title only.

In response to a question presented by Commr. Good, Mr. Minkoff explained that the Board of Adjustment would be following the standard criteria as outlined in the variance section of the Lake County Code.

The Chairman called for a vote on the motion, which carried unanimously by a 5 - 0 vote.

ORDINANCES/PLANNING

Mr. Sandy Minkoff, County Attorney, placed the proposed Ordinance relating to Land Development Regulations Section 14.14.03 creating Plot Plan Submittal Requirements, on the floor for its final reading by title only, as follows:

AN ORDINANCE OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF LAKE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AMENDING THE LAKE COUNTY LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS; AMENDING CHAPTER XIV ADMINISTRATION; PROVIDING FOR THE AMENDMENT OF SECTION 14.14.03 RESERVED, CREATING PLOT PLAN SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS; PROVIDING FOR INCLUSION IN THE LAKE COUNTY CODE; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.

At this time, Commr. Cadwell opened the public hearing portion of the meeting.

There being no one present wishing to discuss this request, the public hearing portion of the meeting was closed.

Ms. Sharon Farrell, Senior Director, Department of Growth Management, appeared before the Board and explained that this ordinance codifies the information that has been requested at the counter, and will assist staff with a consistent application of what the County was requesting.

Commr. Hanson made a motion, which was seconded by Commr. Gerber, to approved Ordinance No. 1996-65, an ordinance relating to Land Development Regulations Section 14.14.03 creating Plat Plan Submittal Requirements, as read on its final reading by title only.

Commr. Swartz directed the Board's attention to language under Section 1. (C) Compliance, which states that the owner and/or contractor have the sole responsibility of determining compliance with setbacks and nonencroachment of easements. He stated that it was important that language be included that puts people on notice that the County was relying on the availability of this information.

Ms. Farrell responded that currently staff verbally advises the owner and/or contractor, and plot plans are stamped by staff with language that puts them on notice.

The Chairman called for a vote on the motion, which carried unanimously by a 5 - 0 vote.

ORDINANCES/PLANNING

Mr. Sandy Minkoff, County Attorney, placed the proposed Ordinance, relating to Land Development Regulations Section 6.06.01 revising language pertaining to exemption from mining site and operations permit, on the floor for its final reading by title only, as follows.



AN ORDINANCE OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF LAKE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AMENDING THE LAKE COUNTY LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS; AMENDING CHAPTER VI RESOURCE PROTECTION STANDARDS; PROVIDING FOR THE AMENDMENT OF SECTION 6.06.01 GENERAL PROVISIONS, AMENDING SUBSECTION F EXEMPTIONS WHICH IDENTIFIES WHEN EXCESS OVERBURDEN GENERATED AS A RESULT OF BONA FIDE CONSTRUCTION MAY BE REMOVED OFFSITE AND FOR THE EXEMPTION OF EXCAVATION FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF APPROVED STORMWATER/WATER RETENTION AREAS AND ROADS (WITHIN THE

PROPOSED RIGHT-OF-WAY ONLY) AS PART OF A PLATTED SUBDIVISION; PROVIDING FOR INCLUSION IN THE LAKE COUNTY CODE; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY, AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.



Ms. Sharon Farrell, Senior Director, Department of Growth Management, appeared before the Board to address questions.

At this time, Commr. Cadwell opened the public hearing portion of the meeting.

There being no one present wishing to discuss this request, the public hearing portion of the meeting was closed.

Commr. Hanson made a motion, which was seconded by Commr. Swartz, to approve Ordinance No. 1996-66, an ordinance relating to Land Development Regulations Section 6.06.01 pertaining to exemption from mining site and operations permit, as read on its final reading by title only.

Mr. Allan Hewitt, Environmental Specialist, Department of Growth Management, appeared before the Board to respond to a question presented by Commr. Gerber in regard to using a four (4) inch depth for material removed offsite and explained that staff determined to use a stormwater retention/detention volume in lieu of using a blanket number across the site.

The Chairman called for a vote on the motion, which carried unanimously by a 5 - 0 vote.

CITIZEN QUESTION AND COMMENT PERIOD

At this time, the Chairman announced that the Board would hear questions, comments, and concerns from the citizens who were present in the audience. It was noted that no one present wished to address the Board.

COUNTY MANAGER'S DEPARTMENTAL BUSINESS

STATE AGENCIES/COMMITTEES

Mr. John Cento, Planner II, Department of Growth Management, appeared before the Board to present the requests for authorization for the Chairman to request the Florida Department of Community Affairs to waive the conflict-of-interest of Community Development Block Grant Citizen Advisory Task Force members Pamela R. Johnson and William A. Johnson. He explained that Pamela R. Johnson and William A. Johnson meet all of the requirements and have qualified to receive direct benefits for sewer and water hook-ups; however, because they are members of the Advisory Task Force, according to the grant rules, they have an automatic conflict-of-interest. He stated that Board action, at this time, would provide a waiver of conflict-of-interest so that benefits can be provided.

On a motion by Commr. Hanson, seconded by Commr. Gerber and carried unanimously by a 5 - 0 vote, the Board approved authorization for the Chairman to request the Florida Department of Community Affairs to waive the conflict-of-interest of Community Development Block Grant Citizen Advisory Task Force members Pamela R. Johnson and William A. Johnson.

ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/CONTRACTS, LEASES & AGREEMENTS/COMMUNICATIONS

Mr. Don Post, Senior Director, Department of Solid Waste Management Services, appeared before the Board to present this request.

Mr. Charles Goen, MIS Coordinator, Department of Solid Waste Management Services, appeared before the Board to present a brief synopsis of the request for approval to contract with GTE for the Capital Improvement and Operational Expansion of Voice and Data Communications supporting the Astatula Landfill. He stated that this project focuses on the operational expansion of the County's administrative capabilities and that the five major areas in this development are realignment of technical focus and direction to establish County standards for information systems installations; upgrade the existing telephone system to meet current and forecasted needs; expansion of the local area computer network to include all department functions; establish information systems connectivity between remote sites and the County Administrative offices; and effective management of information services within the department and throughout the County. He explained that the existing Norstar DR5 telephone system installed at the landfill could not accommodate the required number of voice, fax, and data lines, or the number of internal extensions needed for current department activities, and that upgrade of this system was essential to place the temporary and new facilities into service. He further explained that installation of fiber optic and shielded direct buried copper cable throughout the network and telephone topologies at the landfill would eliminate static and ground surges into the system that cause excessive equipment damage and lost productivity in down time. He stated that installation of Ungermann-Bass distribution equipment, during network upgrade, would align the Department of Solid Waste Management Services with the network standard established for the County government administration building and provide the Wide Area Network connectivity for other County departments planning development and expansion in the immediate vicinity while maintaining the ability to monitor the Wide Area Network to each local terminus. He stated that the cost of this project was, in the amount of $94,676.29, to be funded from the 421 fund Line of Credit.

Ms. Sue Whittle, County Manager, stated that this proposal fits into the management system that the County was working on at this time.

On a motion by Commr. Gerber, seconded by Commr. Hanson and carried unanimously by a 5 - 0 vote, the Board approved to contract with GTE Telephone System for the Capital Improvement and Operational Expansion of Voice and Data Communications supporting the Astatula Landfill, and budget transfer in the amount of $94,676.29.

OTHER BUSINESS

APPOINTMENTS-RESIGNATIONS/COMMITTEES

Mr. Don Post, Senior Director, Department of Solid Waste Management Services, appeared before the Board to present the request for appointment of individuals to the County-wide Solid Waste Study Committee. He discussed the difficulty of obtaining a quorum for the meetings, and stated that it was the consensus of the current Solid Waste Study Committee members to leave the meeting time at 10:00 a.m., and allow the new Board to determine an appropriate meeting time. Discussion occurred in regard to this issue.

On a motion by Commr. Gerber, seconded by Commr. Swartz and carried unanimously by a 5 - 0 vote, the Board approved the appointments of Mr. David Hanna, Mr. Jim Richards, and Mr. Preston Davis to the County-wide Solid Waste Study Committee as representatives of the Lake County League of Cities.

APPOINTMENTS-RESIGNATIONS/COMMITTEES

On a motion by Commr. Swartz, seconded by Commr. Gerber and carried unanimously by a 5 - 0 vote, the Board approved the appointments of the following individuals to the Lake County Impact Fee Evaluation and Review Committee:

Ben Seabrook - United Chambers of Lake County

David Hanna - Lake County League of Cities

Jean Kaminski - Home Builders Association of Lake County

Mark Schneider - Lake County Conservation Council

Barry Brown - Economic Development Commission of Mid-Florida

Gene Molnar - Lake County Schools

Wanda Andrews - Citizen At-Large

Joe Hill - Citizen At-Large

Guy Lillard, Jr. - Citizen At-Large

Dr. Tully Patrowicz - Citizen At-Large

Rhonda H. Gerber - Commissioner Liaison

REPORTS

COUNTY ATTORNEY

ORDINANCES

Mr. Sandy Minkoff, County Attorney, presented the request for approval to advertise an ordinance amending Chapter 15, Lake County Code, and explained that this ordinance puts in place a procedure and criteria for the placement of traffic control devices, regulates parking, provides for the ability to issue parking tickets for illegally parked vehicles, and specifically provides for penalty for parking in spaces reserved for physically disabled individuals within the County.

Discussion occurred in regard to the schedule of fines under Section 15-11. Penalties and Procedures, and it was the decision of the Board to change the proposed fine for parking in spaces reserved for the physically disabled from $100.00 to $250.00 under Section 15-11. Penalties & Procedures, Item (B), (D), and (F).

On a motion by Commr. Hanson, seconded by Commr. Gerber and carried unanimously by a 5 - 0 vote, the Board approved to advertise an ordinance amending Chapter 15, Lake County Code, regarding parking tickets and traffic control devices in Lake County, as amended changing the schedule of fines to $250.00 under Section 15-11. Penalties & Procedures, Item (B), (D), and (F).

CONTRACTS, LEASES & AGREEMENTS/SUITS AFFECTING THE COUNTY

Mr. Sandy Minkoff, County Attorney, presented the request for approval of a Settlement Agreement between Lake Butler Groves, Inc. and Lake County. He explained that Lake County issued a vested rights determination denying vested rights on December 13, 1995, and during the special master proceeding, held on June 14, 1996, the parties reached a Settlement Agreement, which would allow the subject property to be developed with no more than fifty (50) lots; all access to the development shall be off Keene Road; the developer would be required to pave Keene Road from the existing pavement to the entrance of the proposed subdivision; development remains R-2 zoning; and the developer would provide central water.

Ms. Sharon Farrell, Senior Director, Department of Growth Management, appeared before the Board to address questions presented by the Board in regard to a requirement for open space in the original Developer's Agreement for Lake Butler Groves.

On a motion by Commr. Hanson, seconded by Commr. Gerber and carried unanimously by a 5 - 0 vote, the Board approved the Settlement Agreement between Lake Butler Groves, Inc. and Lake County.



ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/SUBDIVISIONS/PLANNING

Mr. Sandy Minkoff, County Attorney, presented the request for approval of a refund of School Impact Fees to Lennar Homes, Inc. and explained that Lennar Homes, Inc. has amended its deed restrictions in a manner that would be acceptable in regard to meeting the requirements of being an age restricted community.

On a motion by Commr. Good, seconded by Commr. Swartz and carried unanimously by a 5 - 0 vote, the Board approved to refund School Impact Fees, in the amount of $7,004.35, to Lennar Homes, Inc.

RECESS & REASSEMBLY

At 10:25 a.m., the Chairman announced that the Board would recess for ten minutes, and reconvene at 10:35 a.m.

ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/ASSESSMENTS

Mr. Sandy Minkoff, County Attorney, presented the request for acceptance of a check as full satisfaction of the special assessment for Raymond and Caryl Hottinger. He explained that the notice of assessment against the property in question was sent to the former owner, and not to the present owners. He stated that the new owners were notified in April 1995 and have made a payment, in the amount of $1,145.25, on the principal, and were requesting that the interest be waived, and that the payment be considered full payment and satisfaction of the special assessment.

On a motion by Commr. Swartz, seconded by Commr. Good and carried unanimously by a 5 - 0 vote, the Board approved acceptance of a check, in the amount of $1,145.25, as full satisfaction of the special assessment for Raymond and Caryl Hottinger.

COMMITTEES

Mr. Sandy Minkoff, County Attorney, presented the request from Mr. Tim Hoban, requesting the Board's permission to represent Ms. Marilyn Sandholm before the Board of Adjustment. He directed the Board's attention to a copy of Rules Regulating the Florida Bar, Rule 4-1.11 Successive Government and Private Employment, which addresses representation of private client by a former public officer or employee. He explained that Rule 4-1.11 states that a lawyer shall not represent a private client in connection with a matter in which the lawyer participated personally without permission of the Board. He stated that he did not have a recommendation in this case.

Mr. Tim Hoban, Attorney, Blanchard & Hoban, appeared before the Board to request permission to represent Ms. Marilyn Sandholm before the Board of Adjustment for the purpose of requesting a zoning setback variance. He stated that he would be making the same argument before the Board of Adjustment on behalf of Ms. Sandholm which County staff made to the Environmental Protection Board in March 1996. Mr. Hoban noted that this case would be brought before the Board of Adjustment on August 8, 1996.

Commr. Hanson made a motion, which was seconded by Commr. Gerber, to grant permission to Mr. Tim Hoban to represent Ms. Marilyn Sandholm before the Board of Adjustment.

Commr. Swartz questioned if the County would be negatively affected by a former assistant county attorney representing an individual that had previously appeared before the County in a case in which that attorney had represented the County.

Commr. Good questioned if there would be unfair advantage accrued to the private client by reason of access of confidential government information.

On a motion by Commr. Hanson, seconded by Commr. Gerber and carried unanimously by a 5 - 0 vote, the Board approved to lay the question on the table until such time that staff has had an opportunity to research this issue.

ADDENDUM NO. 1

CONTRACTS, LEASES & AGREEMENTS/SUBDIVISIONS/PLANNING

Mr. Sandy Minkoff, County Attorney, presented the Settlement Agreement between Lake County and United Southern Bank, and explained that Lake County and United Southern Bank were parties to an Irrevocable Letter of Credit as security for the performance of certain obligations for road improvements in Seminole Springs Golf and Country Club, Phase I. He stated that the road improvements were not completed and that the agreement provides that Lake County will oversee the construction of roads in Seminole Springs Phase I, and that United Southern Bank will pay for the construction of roads by way of a Letter of Credit currently held by Lake County. He stated that the recommendation before the Board at this time was for authorization for the County Manager to request a draft against the Letter of Credit, approve the Settlement Agreement between Lake County and United Southern Bank, and for Lake County to complete the roads on an emergency basis. He stated that, upon completion of the road construction, the remainder of the Letter of Credit would be returned to United Southern Bank, and United Southern Bank would then provide to Lake County a new Letter of Credit to cover the construction of a central water system for the thirteen (13) lots in Phase I.

Mr. Jim Stivender, Senior Director, Public Services, was present to address questions presented by the Board.

Mr. Tim Hoban, Attorney, Blanchard & Hoban, representing United Southern Bank, appeared before the Board and explained that, if the developer chooses to bond the infrastructure for Phase II, lots 14 through 22, they would then be requested to post a Letter of Credit for the remaining lots.

Mr. Mark Carson, the major mortgage holder on Seminole Springs Golf and Country Club, appeared before the Board and explained that the Technical Review Committee required that off-site improvements be completed upon opening of the golf course, and normally the County was cooperative in allowing off-site improvements to be made once the traffic required that necessity. He stated that thirteen (13) lots would not require the off-site improvements. He discussed the need for off-site road improvements and noted that there was a tremendous liability for auto accidents due to the heavy traffic patterns in the area. He stated that the original bids, which the Letter of Credit was determined by, included the turn lanes.

Mr. Minkoff explained that the County, in Phase I, did not require turn lanes, and the County did not seek and require a Letter of Credit, or other guarantee for any turn lanes.

Mr. Stivender explained that, at the time that this subdivision was reviewed, it indicated thirteen (13) lots and an area where a golf course entrance would be located, and the entire area was platted. He stated that the area that was purchased by the golf course does not match the plat.

On a motion by Commr. Hanson, seconded by Commr. Swartz and carried unanimously by a 5 - 0 vote, the Board approved the Settlement Agreement between Lake County and United Southern Bank.

RECESS & REASSEMBLY

At 11:20 a.m., the Chairman announced that the Board would recess for five minutes and reconvene at 11:25 a.m.

COUNTY MANAGER'S CONSENT AGENDA (CONTINUED)

COUNTY PROPERTY/CONTRACTS, LEASES & AGREEMENTS

Commr. Swartz stated that language in the Memorandum of Right of First Refusal between Lake County and Robert A. Montovani on the south 4.6 acres of Lot 7 should be clarified to indicate a bona fide offer that is acceptable to the County under Item 3. Offers of the Option Property.

Mr. Minkoff stated that Item 3. Offers of the Option Property, would be changed, as follows: If Seller receives a boni fide offer that is acceptable to the County to purchase the Option Property.

Commr. Cadwell stated that the Industrial Development Authority has requested that a three (3) year time limit be added to the Memorandum of Right of First Refusal.

On a motion by Commr. Swartz, seconded by Commr. Good and carried unanimously by a 5 - 0 vote, the Board approved the request for approval and execution of Memorandum of Right of First Refusal between Lake County and Robert A. Montovani, as amended with a change to Item 3. Offers of the Option Property, indicating that is acceptable to the County; and to add a three (3) year time limit.

COUNTY MANAGER'S DEPARTMENTAL BUSINESS

COMMITTEES (CONTINUED)

On a motion by Commr. Swartz, seconded by Commr. Good and carried unanimously by a 5 - 0 vote, the Board approved to take from the table, for discussion, a request to grant permission to Mr. Tim Hoban to represent Ms. Marilyn Sandholm before the Board of Adjustment.

Ms. Whittle stated that she has reviewed with staff Rule 4-1.10, and it was her recommendation not to consent to grant permission to Mr. Hoban to represent Ms. Marilyn Sandholm before the Board of Adjustment.

At this time, Commr. Hanson withdrew her motion for approval, and Commr. Gerber withdrew her second.

On a motion by Commr. Swartz, seconded by Commr. Good and carried unanimously by a 5 - 0 vote, the Board approved to deny the request to grant permission to Mr. Tim Hoban to represent Ms. Marilyn Sandholm before the Board of Adjustment.

Mr. Hoban requested that the Board allow a five day postponement before the Board of Adjustment on August 8, 1996; at which time, Mr. Minkoff noted that the County Attorney's office would express the Board's recommendation that they grant a five day postponement to allow Ms. Marilyn Sandholm time to engage representation.

ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/GRANTS

Ms. Sue Whittle, County Manager, presented a request for approval to apply for a state grant from the Florida Department of Transportation to hire a Transportation Traffic Safety/Crash Studies Engineer in the amount of $24,006.00.

Mr. Jim Stivender, Senior Director, Public Services, appeared before the Board to address this issue.

Commr. Good made a motion, which was seconded by Commr. Swartz, to approve to apply for a state grant, in the amount of $24,006.00, for the purpose of hiring a Transportation Traffic Safety/Crash Studies Engineer, and authorization for Chairman's signature on same.

In response to a question presented by Commr. Gerber, Mr. Stivender clarified that the position would assist in tracking and reviewing data on traffic accidents.

The Chairman called for a vote on the motion, which carried unanimously by a 5 - 0 vote.

ADDENDUM NO. 1 (CONTINUED)

ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/GRANTS

Ms. Sue Whittle, County Manager, presented the request for approval of grant contract between the State of Florida Department of Community Affairs and Lake County and explained that Lake County must complete the Evaluation and Appraisal Report by mid-1997. She explained that the request was a grant, in the amount of $14,069.00, to assist in the preparation of those requirements.

Mr. John Cento, Planner II, Department of Growth Management, appeared before the Board to address questions.

On a motion by Commr. Gerber, seconded by Commr. Good and carried unanimously by a 5 - 0 vote, the Board approved the request for approval of grant contract between Lake County and the State of Florida Department of Community Affairs, in the amount of $14,069.00, to partially fund the required Comprehensive Plan review process.

REPORTS (CONTINUED)

COMMISSIONER GERBER - DISTRICT NO. 1

RESOLUTIONS

On a motion by Commr. Gerber, seconded by Commr. Hanson and carried unanimously by a 5 - 0 vote, the Board approved the request for approval and execution of Resolution No. 1996-114 recognizing August 3 through 9, 1996 as Pheresis Week in Lake County.

COMMISSIONER SWARTZ - DISTRICT NO. 3

Commr. Swartz suggested that the Chairman send a letter of congratulations on behalf of the Board to Mr. David Wagner and his daughter, Allison Wagner, who won a silver metal while representing the United States in the 1996 Olympic Games. It was the consensus of the Board to direct the Chairman to address a letter of congratulations to Mr. Wagner and his daughter, Allison.

COMMISSIONER CADWELL - CHAIRMAN AND DISTRICT NO. 5

Commr. Cadwell brought up for discussion the Lake Apopka Restoration Project and requested permission from the Board to discuss, with the Tourist Development Council members individually, the issue of the Tourist Development Council funding a portion of the Lake Apopka Marsh Flow Way and request that they reconsider their position on the funding plan.

Commr. Swartz made a motion, which was seconded by Commr. Good, to approve authorization for the Chairman to represent the Board during meetings with the Tourist Development Council members requesting that they reconsider funding $250,000.00 from Tourist Development funds for the Lake Apopka Marsh Flow Way.

Commr. Hanson noted that the Tourist Development Council expressed concern with the financial impact on their Five Year Plan, if they considered funding a portion of the Lake Apopka Marsh Flow Way, and concern that they would be requested to fund an additional $250,000.00 in years two and three. She expressed concern that the Lake County Water Authority has funded only $250,000.00 this year, and noted that the Water Authority was the logical funding source for this type of project.

The Chairman called for a vote on the motion, which carried unanimously by a 5 - 0 vote.

TIMES CERTAIN - PRESENTATIONS

RAILS TO TRAILS TASK FORCE REPORT

Mr. Craig Willis, Alternative Transportation Specialist, appeared before the Board to present the Rails To Trails Task Force Report. At this time, he introduced Mr. William Davis and Ms. Hazel Molnar, members of the Lake County Rails To Tails Task Force, who were present in the audience. Mr. Willis stated that the Lake County Rails to Trails Task Force was directed to evaluate the feasibility of developing trails on the 139 miles of abandoned railroad corridors in Lake County, and the committee developed the following criteria to assist with the task:

1. Connections to trails in adjacent counties.

2. Connections to Parks and other Public Lands.

3. Alternative Transportation Routes to schools, parks, and commercial/business areas.

4. Ease to reassemble (# of owners).

5. Inter-agency cooperation.

6. Serve the citizens of Lake County.



Mr. Willis explained that the Task Force prioritized the development of the abandonments in Lake County to Rail Trails based on the above noted criteria, as follows: Lake Minneola Scenic Trail, Tavares to Leesburg (Tav-Lee Trial), Leesburg to Okahumpka, Leesburg to Lady Lake, Seminole Woods/Wekiva River through Ocala National Forest, Ocala National Forest Ravenswood to SR 19, Sorrento to Seminole County Line, Tavares and Gulf, Montverde Junction, and Leesburg to Eustis. He stated that the Task Force strongly encourages that, if conditions surrounding any corridor in Lake County change, its development into a recreational trail should be initiated regardless of its prioritization.

Commr. Cadwell stated that the Rails to Trails Task Force recommendations were presented to the Parks & Recreation Advisory Board and approved by the Advisory Board on July 29, 1996.

On a motion by Commr. Swartz, seconded by Commr. Good and carried unanimously by a 5 - 0 vote, the Board approved to accept the Rails to Trails Task Force recommendations of proceeding with the development of the South Lake Trail and encourage the development of the Tav-Lee, Leesburg Area and Wekiva to Mount Dora Trails; approved the recommendation that, if conditions surrounding any corridor in Lake County change, its development into a recreational trail should be initiated regardless of its prioritization; approved the ranking criteria; approved the prioritization; and approved authorization for the Chairman to write a letter, to be sent to Florida Department of Transportation by Mr. Craig Willis, Alternative Transportation Specialist, indicating that the Tav-Lee Trail was a high priority.

COUNTY BUILDINGS/SUPERVISOR OF ELECTIONS

Mr. Don Abel, Office of Supervisor of Elections, and Mr. David Walker, Maintenance Department, Office of Facilities and Capital Improvements, presented a brief presentation in regard to the utilization of the Administration Building lobby, and technical equipment and monitors during election night returns.

Commr. Cadwell explained that a television camera would be set up in the Office of Supervisor of Elections for local coverage, and two large screen television sets would be located in the lobby to carry local and national coverage.

There being no further business to be brought to the attention of the Board, the meeting adjourned at 12:00 a.m.



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WELTON G. CADWELL, CHAIRMAN



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JAMES C. WATKINS, CLERK



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