A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

MINUTES OF regular MEETING OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY commissioners

monday, july 7, 1958

The Board of County Commissioners met in regular session in the County Commissioners Room in the Courthouse at Tavares on Monday, July 7, 1958, with the following present: Chairman Simpson; Commissioners Theus, Cowart, Hooten, and Cross; Attorney Duncan; and Clerk Owens.

The Board was called to order by Chairman Simpson.

minutes

On a motion by Commr. Theus, seconded by Commr. Cowart and carried, the minutes of June 2 and June 9 were adopted as read.

notary public bonds

Clerk Owens reported he had approved since the first meeting in June the following Notary Public Bonds with American Surety Company of New York: Imogene W. Willard 6-5-58, Helen B. Ellis 6-6-58, Verdual W. Hamlin, Jr. 6-10-58, Lela B. Whitman 6-17-58, James Warren Durden 6-25-58, and Nancy L. Dandria 6-25-58.

With American Fire & Casualty Company: Ruth Starling 6-25-58.

With Fidelity & Casualty Company of New York: Irene Kise 6-5-58.

The Board approved the Notary Public Bond of Mamie Mike, Leesburg, with the Massachusetts Bonding & Insurance Company of Boston, Mass., and also the Notary Public Bond of Margaret Morse, Eustis, with bondswomen Margaret Urquhart and Mae S. Hopkins.

A Petition and one Proof of Publication regarding closing platted streets in Lane Park having been filed on June 2, 1958 with the Board, Attorney Duncan now filed another Proof of Publication as some of the streets to be closed were omitted in the first Proof; WHEREUPON, on a motion by Commr. Hooten, seconded by Commr. Cowart and carried, the following resolution was adopted:

WHEREAS, Don M. Kemp, Marie E. Kemp, Eva M. Kleiser, Kathleen K. Kleiser, George a. Kleiser, Freida A. Kleiser, E. I. Burleigh, Cora W. Willingham, W. C. Willingham, Melvin C. Boyer, Irene T. Boyer, Herbert Stone, Lula Stone, Asa E. Stone, Francis J. Stone, Elizabeth McKimmy, and Jesse A. McKimmy, the owners of the lands abutting the following described streets and avenues, have presented to the Board of County Commissioners of Lake County, Florida, a Petition to close certain platted streets and avenues in Lake County, Florida, as they appear upon the Plat of the Subdivision known as the “Town Plat of Lane Park,” a Plat of which is on file in the Office of the Lake Abstract & Guaranty Company in Tavares, Florida, the same being a true copy of the original Plat thereof filed in Sumter County, Florida, but which was destroyed by fire, said streets and avenues being now located in Lake County, Florida, and more particularly described as follows:

Florida Street: Beginning at the Southeast corner of Section 1, Township 20 South, Range 26 East, and running north to the North boundary of said Plat.

Louisiana Street: Beginning at a line drawn from the Southwest corner of Block 42 to the Southeast corner of Block 45, according to the “Town Plat of Lane Park,” and extending north to the North boundary of said Plat.

Mississippi Street: Commencing at a line drawn from the Southwest corner of Block 45 to the Southeast corner of Block 44, according to the “Town Plat of Lane Park,” and extending north to the North Boundary of said Plat.

Georgia Street: Commencing at a line drawn from the Southwest corner of Block 44 to the Southeast corner of Block 43, according to the “Town Plat of Lane Park,” and extending North to the North boundary of said Plat.

Alabama Street: Commencing at the South line of Block 43 extended west and running north to the North boundary of Esperance Street or South boundary of “Hotel Lot 24” beginning again at the North boundary of said “Hotel Lot 24” and run north to the North boundary of said Plat.

Market Street: Beginning at the West boundary of Louisiana Street according to the “Town Plat of Lane Park,” and continuing west to the East boundary of Alabama Street.

Astatula Street: Beginning at the West boundary of Florida Street, according to the “Town Plat of Lane Park,” continuing west to the East boundary of Alabama Street.

Macon Street: Beginning at the West boundary of Florida Street, according to the “Town Plat of Lane Park,” continuing west to the East boundary of Alabama Street; said street is also known as Maine Street.

Esperance Street: Beginning at the West boundary of Georgia Street according to the “Town Plat of Lane Park,” continuing west to the East boundary of Alabama Street.

Beauclaire Street: Beginning at the West boundary of Florida Street according to the “Town Plat of Lane Park,” continuing west to the East boundary of Georgia Street.

Apopka Street: Beginning at the West boundary of Florida Street according to the “Town Plat of Lane Park,” continuing west to the East boundary of Alabama Street.

Eustis Street: Beginning at the West boundary of Florida Street according to the “Town Plat of Lane Park,” continuing west to the East boundary of Alabama Street.

Griffin Street: Commencing at the West boundary of Florida Street according to the “Town Plat of Lane Park,” continuing west to the East boundary of Alabama.

ALSO: Unnumbered corners at the Southeast corner of said Section 1, continuing west to the right of way of the St. Johns and Lake Eustis Railway.

ALSO: All alleys located in the following numbered Blocks, according to the “Town Plat of Lane Park”: Blocks 3, 4, 8, 9, 10, 11, 15, 16, 17, 18, 26, 27, 33, 34, and 37.

which Petition is in the proper order and form, and

WHEREAS, the said Board of County Commissioners has on this the 7^th day of July, 1958, at its regular meeting at 11:00 in the forenoon in its Office in the Courthouse at Tavares, Florida, considered the advisability of renouncing and discontinuing and closing the same, and a Notice of said Petition to close platted streets and avenues, and this meeting, having been published according to law in the Tavares Lake County Citizen, a newspaper of general circulation published in Tavares, Lake County, Florida, proper proof of the publication of which has been submitted to the Board of County Commissioners, and

WHEREAS, no one appeared to object to the closing of said Streets and Avenues and the Board having considered said Application, the Board now determines that the continued dedication of said platted streets and avenues can serve no useful service to the public.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of Lake County, Florida, that the platted streets and avenues hereinbefore particularly described and located in the subdivision known as the “Town Plat of Lane Park,” be henceforth closed, abandoned, discontinued and vacated; and that the Board of County Commissioners, acting for Lake County and the Public, does hereby renounce and disclaim any right, title, or interest in and to said platted streets and avenues and that the title to said platted streets and avenues be vested in the adjoining property owners in accordance with law.

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF LAKE COUNTY

BY O. M. Simpson, Chairman (Official Seal)

ATTEST: Frank E. Owens, Clerk

On a motion by Commr. Theus, seconded by Commr. Cross and carried, the applications of A. P. Bosanquet for duplicate tax certificates No. 28 of 1943, No. 11 of 1947, and No. 17 of 1951, each covering the NE ¼ of the SW ¼ Section 33-18-24 were approved.

On a motion by Commr. Theus, seconded by Commr Hooten and carried, the County deed to J. Ray Smith covering Lots C-15, C-16 Hanson’s Addition No. 1, Leesburg, less E 30 ft. of S 105 ft. of Lot C-16, was approved.

Bob Skinner of Umatilla appeared before the Board and stated he expects to enter the race for Member State House of Representatives Group No. 2.

R. D. Igou appeared before the Board and announced that a Winter Haven group is holding a meeting at the Chamber of Commerce tomorrow to ask that U.S. No. 23 be designated as a Federal Highway on the route of Road No. 19 through Pitman, Altoona, Eustis, Umatilla, Tavares, Haines City, and Polk City to Arcadia and asked all interested parties to send a representative from this area to the meeting. Commr. Simpson thinks they should have a representative from the Board and asked if any member of the Board could attend the meeting. Commr. Cowart stated he would go, and the Board advised Mr. Goodson, County Engineer, to go with him. Mr. Igou stated that Mr. Earl Powers and others favor Road No. 23 going this way.

On a motion by Commr. Cross, seconded by Commr. Theus and carried, the following resolution was adopted:

WHEREAS, U. S. Highway No. 23 extends from the north into Jacksonville, Florida, which is its present terminus, and

WHEREAS, representatives of a group of interested cities are interested in having the designation of U. S. Highway 23 extended south through the central part of Florida to a southern terminus in South Florida, and

WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners of Lake County, Florida, feel that the designation of a road through Central Florida as U. S. Highway 23 will be of great benefit to Lake County as well as other portions of Florida;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of Lake County, Florida, that the United States, through its proper road authorities, designate as U.S. 23 a road commencing in the City of Jacksonville at the present terminus of U. S. 23, running thence south along present U.S. 17 to Palatka, Florida, and thence following State Road 19 through Salt Springs and through Marion County and Lake County, passing through Pittman, Altoona, Umatilla, Eustis, Tavares, and Howey in the Hills, to-wit: to the intersection of State Road 19 with U.S. 27 and crossing said U.S. 27 and continuing into Groveland, Florida, and thence following State Road 33 south to the South boundary of Lake County and into Polk City and to a southern terminus in Florida.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this Resolution be delivered to the County Commissioners of the counties through which the proposed road will run, to the proper authorities of the United States and to the State Road Department in Tallahassee, Florida.

Mr. Cochran of the Citrus Tower appeared before the Board and presented a resolution, certified by the City Clerk of the City of Clermont, requesting the State Road Department of Florida that appropriate traffic turning lanes and crossovers be installed on SR 25, US No. 27 at Clermont in the area of the Citrus Tower and at the intersection of Grand Highway and SR No. 25, US 27 to relieve existing traffic congestion; WHEREUPON, on a motion by Commr. Hooten, seconded by Commr. Cross and carried, the following resolution was adopted:

WHEREAS, the City of Clermont presented to the Board of County Commissioners a Resolution adopted by said City requesting the widening of certain areas of State Road 25 (US #27) in the vicinity of Clermont and the construction of crossovers and turn-outs at the location of Citrus Tower and other business enterprises along said State Road 25, and

WHEREAS, it appears to the Board of County Commissioners that the requests in said Resolution are for the best interests of the traveling public and will eliminate certain hazardous conditions now existing along said highway as set forth in said Resolution;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of Lake County, Florida, that the requests for widening of State Road 25 (US #27) and for crossovers and turn-outs, all as set forth in said Resolution of the City of Clermont, a copy of which is hereto attached, be, and the same is hereby approved and that the State Road Department be requested to construct the crossovers, turn-outs, and the widening of said State Road as particularly therein set forth.

Attorney Duncan reported the Zoning Committee has had several meetings and now requests that the Board adopt a resolution accepting the organization; WHEREUPON, on a motion by Commr. Cowart, seconded by Commr. Cross and carried, the following resolution was adopted:

WHEREAS, under Chapter 57-1486 of the Laws of Florida, an Act adopted during the 1957 Session of the Legislature of Florida, a Zoning Commission for Lake County was created, and

WHEREAS, under authority of said Act, the members of the Zoning Commission have been appointed and have organized and are ready to proceed with their duties in accordance with the provisions of said Act of the Legislature.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of Lake County, Florida, that as required by the Act of the Legislature herein before described does hereby accept the organization of the Zoning Commission as formally reported to this Board and does hereby authorize and direct the said Zoning Commission to proceed with the formulations of zoning plans to cover such portions of Lake County, as shall be included in any Petition or request to said Zoning Commission or that shall originate with the Zoning Commission itself; and the said Board of County Commissioners further directs that after public hearings as required by said Act have been held for the consideration of any zoning plans, the same be submitted to this Board for further consideration as provided in the above-described Act of the Legislature.

Mr. Frank Howard appeared before the Board regarding the application of Rockana Carrier Inc. for permits to haul heavy materials over the roads within the limits of the County of Lake; WHEREUPON, on a motion by Commr. Theus, seconded by Commr. Cowart and carried, with Commr. Cross not voting, the following resolution was adopted:

A RESOLUTION OPPOSING THE GRANTING OF PERMITS TO ROCKANA CARRIERS, INC. TO HAUL HEAVY MATERIALS OVER THE ROADS WITHIN THE LIMITS OF THE COUNTY OF LAKE, STATE OF FLORIDA.

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF LAKE COUNTY, STATE OF FLORIDA:

WHEREAS, the application of Rockana Carriers, Inc. has been reopened to consider testimony previously received and receiving additional testimony on the question before the Florida Railroad and Public Utilities Commission, Docket No. 4753-CCT as follows:

“For the purpose of considering testimony previously received and receiving additional testimony on the question of public convenience and necessity as to the transportation of the commodities hereinafter named, the Commission has reopened Docket No. 4753-CCT in the matter of the application of Rockana Carriers, Inc. for a certificate of public convenience and necessity to operate an auto transportation company as a common carrier of (1) dolomite (agricultural, limestone), except when delivered direct to growers, ranchers or commercial spreaders for direct application to the ground; (2) sand and phosphatic sand; (3) clay; and (4) crushed rock in truckload lots over irregular routes, between all points and places in the State of Florida.”

“At said hearing additional testimony will be received on the question of public convenience and necessity for the transportation by the applicant of the commodities named above.”

WHEREAS, the applicant, Rockana Carriers, Inc. has made another application and said application is pending before the Florida Railroad and Public Utilities Commission, Docket No. 5434-CCT as follows:

“On the application of Rockana Carriers, Inc. for a certificate of public convenience and necessity to operate an auto transportation company as a common carrier of phosphate, including all phosphate products and byproducts, to all points in the State of Florida from points in Hillsborough and Polk Counties and all aggregates used in road building or construction work, between all points and places in the State of Florida. The applicant proposes to transport said commodities in bulk in truckload lots in other than liquid form over irregular routes.”

WHEREAS, notice has been given that the Florida Railroad and Public Utilities Commission, a Commission member appointed by said Commission, or an Examiner designated by said Commission, will hold public hearings at 9:30 a.m., Wednesday, July 9, 1958, in the Hillsborough County Courthouse, Tampa, Florida, and

WHEREAS, the hearing in said dockets will be consolidated and at said time and place all interested parties will be given an opportunity to be fully heard, and

WHEREAS, the transporting by hopper bottom, dump, and semi-trailers drawn by a tractor, transporting these heavy commodities over the highways in Lake County, would be hazardous to its citizens, its visitors, and detrimental to the roads within the boundaries of Lake County, especially to secondary roads and County roads not constructed for such heavy vehicular traffic.

WHEREAS, this Board opposes the granting of any permit which would authorize the regular and frequent transportation over County roads of heavy loaded trucks or trailers of such weight and frequency as to damage County roads.

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of County Commissioners, County of Lake, State of Florida, is of the opinion that the granting of these two certificates should be denied because of the hereinbefore stated reasons.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this Resolution be presented to the Railroad Public Utilities Commission at or before the hearing upon the Applications hereinbefore described for the purpose of advising said Commission of the opinion of this Board.

On a motion by Commr. Cowart, seconded by Commr. Theus and carried, Mr. Frank Howard was authorized to represent the Board of County Commissioners and present to the Florida Railroad & Public Utilities Commission the resolution at the public hearing at 9:30 a.m., Wednesday, July 9, 1958 in the Hillsborough County Courthouse, Tampa, Florida.

Commr. Hooten presented the appraisal of Wallace Pike, John A. Heist, and John Alden Murray (not signed by John A. Heist) on parcels as listed being located on both east and west sides of SR 448A running from SR 448 to the Drainage Canal at Station 55 plus 00; WHEREUPON; on a motion by Commr. Hooten, seconded by Commr. Cross and carried, the appraisal was accepted.

Mr. Irving Morse, Attorney, appeared before the Board concerning a road in District No. 3. Mr. Morse stated the owners of the land want to subdivide and build a road and construct a canal on Lake Minnehaha, already a County road going through this property. We have the approval of Commr. Hooten to put the subdivision in, and after it is platted, it involves relocation of the County road. If we put in the canal, want to close the present County road and put in a detour or relocation of the road. Mr. Morse presented an Agreement between R. C. Holmes, et ux and Lake County; WHEREUPON, on a motion by Commr. Hooten, seconded by Commr. Coward and carried, the Chairman and Clerk were authorized to execute the Agreement. Mr. Morse stated as soon as the canal is dug, we will dedicate the road to the public or convey it to Lake County.

Mr. Morse also stated that the Hamlin Estate is interested in the sale of Mr. Hamlin’s part of the office building on Irma Street if Mr. Duncan is willing to sell his one-half interest. The appraised value is $15,600. This, of course, would be subject to the approval of the Court. The price is $19,000, including additional facilities for a bathroom or $18,000 without one. Mr. Duncan stated he is willing to give the Board an option to buy. Mr. Morse stated if Mr. Duncan wants to buy the share of the Hamlin Estate, of course they would not sell to the County.

Mr. Duncan stated he has a request for a turnout permit on a County road in Leesburg. The State Road Department has granted a permit over the State road. On a motion by Commr. Cross, seconded by Commr. Hooten and carried, the turnout permit on the County property was granted to Sinclair Refining Company of Lakeland, Florida. (Copy of permit filed.)

Mr. Duncan stated that Mr. Crum of Inland Abstract & Title Company has brought to his attention the matter of title of Alta Vista Subdivision, which requires the execution of a quitclaim deed from the County to C. R. Javens and wife, Effie F. Javens; WHEREUPON, on a motion by Commr. Cross, seconded by Commr. Theus and carried, the Clerk and Chairman were authorized to execute a quitclaim deed to C. R. Javens, et ux.

Mr. Fred Owles, Architect, appeared before the Board and presented for consideration the design layout on the retirement Home for the Aged. The design layout will cost $68,946. Dr. Hall and Mrs. Sudderth have not seen the plans. Mr. Owles was instructed to bring the plans to the meeting on Monday, July 14^th. Mr. Owens reported the balance on deposit for the Old Folks Home is $91,093.94.

On a motion by Commr. Hooten, seconded by Commr. Theus and carried, the deeds from Frank A. Jarrell, et ux and W. L. Borders, et al, both to Lake County filed June 26, 1958 covering the road in Sections 3 and 4, Tp. 24 S. R. 26 E. was accepted for road right of way.

Rev. Kelsey of the Church of God at Haines Creek appeared before the Board and presented a letter requesting that the Board restrict an area in Haines Creek Subdivision against the sale of intoxicating beverages near the Church and Camp Grounds. The letter was given to the County Engineer to take to the Zoning Commission for consideration.

Clerk Owens asked the Board if Friday, July 11, would suit for the budget meeting at 9:00 a.m. The Board agreed to have the meeting that date.

On a motion by Commr. Cowart, seconded by Commr. Hooten and carried, warrant #1369 dated June 9 made to Jessie Whitney for care of Mrs. Misner in the amount of $57 was canceled, as same is a duplicate payment.

Commr. Cross filed a check from Pine Island Land Company, Inc. in the amount of $660 for road material.

On a motion by Commr. Theus, seconded by Commr. Hooten and carried, the Chairman and Clerk were authorized to request bids for printing the ballots for the First Primary election.

On a motion by Commr. Theus, seconded by Commr. Hooten and carried, the payroll for the month of June was approved.

Clerk Owens read a letter from R. E. Norris, County Agent, regarding the International School Bus which was given to the Commissioners by the Board of Public Instruction for use by the County Agent to convey 4-H children to various activities in the County. Mr. Norris stated he does not need the bus, as the parents are transporting the children and suggests that the Board of Commissioners transfer title to the bus back to the School Board; WHEREUPON, on a motion by Commr. Hooten, seconded by Commr. Theus and carried, the Clerk was instructed to have the title to the bus transferred back to the Board of Public Instruction.

On a motion by Commr. Cowart, seconded by Commr. Hooten and carried, the certificates of correction of errors on the 1957 Lake County Tax Roll numbered 182 through 196 were approved.

On a motion by Commr. Theus, seconded by Commr. Hooten and carried, the action of the Chairman and Clerk in approving the applications of Clarence A. Lee of Mount Dora and William Ernest Vest of Mount Dora was approved.

Paul Reed appeared before the Board and asked to make another appointment with another Microfilm Agent at 1:00 p.m., Monday, July 14, which was agreeable with the Board.

Clerk Owens presented the Service Contract on the Stamp Machine. On a motion by Commr. Theus, seconded by Commr. Hooten and carried, the Service Contract with Pitney Bowes, Inc. for servicing the Stamp Machine was approved.

Title Insurance Policy No. FR 14883, issued in favor of the County of Lake covering W ½ of E ½ of NE ¼ of NW ¼ of Section 13-21-25 (clay pit in District 3) was filed.

Road Construction Contract, J. D. Manly Construction Company on Episcopal Church Road north of Fruitland Park was filed but not executed, as the road is completed.

On a motion by Commr. Theus, seconded by Commr. Cowart and carried, the Clerk was authorized to execute the approved typical sections and return to SRD, Deland, regarding Job No. 1153-152, SR S466A (Old SR 500 to New 500 in Fruitland Park) and Job No. 1165-150, SR S468 (SR 44 at Montclair to S466A in Fruitland Park).

On a motion by Commr. Theus, seconded by Commr. Hooten and carried, the checks from J. D. Manly Construction Company ($350 on Eagle Nest and Griffin View Roads, $400 cashier’s check on Lady Lake and Cisky Park Roads, and $160 on Episcopal Church Road) held in lieu of performance bonds were to be returned to Manly when the jobs are finished.

The Board approved the request of Clerk Owens to purchase from Dotherow Office Supply Company, Orlando, one Progress Docket, Common Law #14 for $128.10; also the request of Clerk Owens to purchase from Bowen Supply Company, Plant City, one Chancery Docket for $145.

Clerk Owens reported he had mailed a warrant in the amount of $4,958.14 for the 1958-1959 premium on Workmen’s Compensation to U. S. Fidelity & Guaranty Company.

Clerk Owens advised the Board that he wrote all the drug companies in Lake County regarding a discount on County bills. Mount Dora Pharmacy is the only one who replied, saying they would give a 20 percent discount.

outdoor recreation facilities

Jimmy Hanford and Dick Jones of the Leesburg Junior Chamber of Commerce appeared before the Board and presented a proposed plan for the improvement of the Wayside Park located on the east side of State Road No. 25 in the west end of Lake Harris. Mr. Hanford stated they would like to have picnic tables erected. Have approval of the State Road Department for three tables. Suggested the Park be named George L. Singeltary Memorial Park. Discussion as to ownership of the Park. Mr. Duncan called Mr. Yancy of SRD to find out about the title. Could not locate Mr. Yancy, but Mr. Ferguson answered, and he said when Judge Futch was in the Legislature, an Act was passed that took away from the Trustees the title to Lake Griffin and Lake Harris. Could not give definite information at the present, but would write later to Mr. Owens in regard to this matter. Commr. Theus advised Mr. Hanford and Mr. Jones to go ahead and get all they can out of the State, then we will see what we can do. They asked for a letter from the Board to take to the meeting tonight; therefore, a letter was written “that the Board does approve of the plan and encourages development of said Wayside Park.”

The application of Ronald Grimes for admittance to the Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind was read and referred to Mrs. Sudderth for report at the next meeting.

Notice to bidders having been advertised for the sale of certain land in Clermont (part of the old barn property), no bids were received.

On a motion by Commr. Hooten, seconded by Commr. Theus and carried, the Clerk was authorized to re-advertise for sale of the property (part of the old barn property).

On a motion by Commr. Cross, seconded by Commr. Cowart and carried, the Clerk was instructed to advertise in the Eustis Lake Region News for the sale of a dragline located in the City of Eustis yard.

Mrs. Baker, Supervisor of Registration, appeared before the Board and submitted the budget request for 1958-1959 as follows:

SALARIES:

Supervisor $3,600

2 deputies at $1,980 each $3,960

Voting Machine Deputy $1,200

Display Vot. Mach. Mileage 400

$7,960

Stationery and Printing 100

Postage 60

Office supplies 60

$8,180

WHEREUPON, the Board tentatively accepted said budget.

list of jurors

In accordance with the Laws of the State of Florida, 1955, Chapter 41, Section 41.02, the County Commissioners selected and prepared the following list of Jurors to serve in the County Judge’s Court in and for Lake County for the year beginning July 1, 1958.

(To see complete list, please see Page 210, Minute Book No. 17)

Mr. Welborn Daniel appeared before the Board regarding exchange of property belonging to Inland Groves Corporation for property belonging to Lake County. The report of the Appraisers, Alice W. Lockmiller, John W. Stokes, and George M. Nagle, on said property was read and filed.

On a motion by Commr. Hooten, seconded by Commr. Cowart and carried, the Notice regarding the adoption of the resolution authorizing the exchange of County property for property of Inland Groves Corporation was to be published in the Clermont Press. (Section 125.37)

Attorney Duncan filed the Proof of Publication and a Petition signed by six property owners requesting that part of ‘Lake Court West’ lying south of the Southerly line of Sunset Drive extended, according to the Plat of Lake Gertrude Manor, Plat Book 12, page 106, be closed.

On a motion by Commr. Cross, seconded by Commr. Cowart and carried, the following resolution was adopted:

RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, Alfred W. Johnson and others, owners of the adjoining and nearby properties to the Street hereinafter described, have made application to the Board of County Commissioners for a Resolution closing the following Street in Lake Gertrude Manor:

That part of “Lake Court West” lying south of the Southerly line of Sunset Drive extended, according to the Plat of Lake Gertrude Manor, which Plat is filed and recorded in the public records of Lake County, Florida, in Plat Book 12, page 106;

and have published a Notice of Intention to apply for the closing of said Street in accordance with the provisions of Law and have filed with their Petition a proof of the publication of the publishing of said Notice, and

WHEREAS, said Notice required all persons opposed to said Petition to appear and be heard on the 7^th of July, 1958, at 10:00 in the forenoon, and

WHEREAS, on said date of July 7, 1958, the said Petition was brought up for consideration, and all those opposed to the same were called upon to be heard, and no one having appeared to oppose the closing of said Street;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of Lake County, Florida, that the following described Street located in Lake County, Florida:

be, and the same is hereby closed and vacated and that all of the interests of Lake County and the public in and to said Street under and by virtue of the dedication thereof of the streets, avenues, etc. appearing upon the Plat of Lake Gertrude Manor, be, and the same is hereby waived and disclaimed; and that the title to said Street shall revert to the proper fee owners in accordance with law.

The above Resolution was unanimously adopted on the 7^th of July, A. D. 1958.

following filed with the board:

Letter from the Assigned Risk Pool stating Workmen’s Compensation Insurance has been assigned to U. S. Fidelity & Guaranty Company.

Copy of letter from Florida Compensation Rating Bureau to U. S. Fidelity & Guaranty Company regarding reassignment

Letter from Howell C. Hopson, Architect, to Ed L. Meadows, Architect regarding forms

State Board of Administration regarding auto transportation mileage tax and gas tax, etc.

Docket regarding Rockana Carriers, Inc.

Letter from Vernon Swartsel regarding the trip to the Florida Boys’ 4-H Club Short Course at Gainesville

Lady Lake Garden Club, thanks for erecting signs

Governor Collins regarding abolishment of the fee system for Sheriff’s Comptroller’s reports (3)

Minutes for SRD, two meetings

MEETING ADJOURNED TO JULY 11, 1958.

/s/ Frank E. Owens /s/ O. M. Simpson

CLERK CHAIRMAN

(FOR MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF JULY 11, 1958, See Page 216)