REGULAR MEETING OF THE BD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

MAY 14, 1974

The Board of County Commissioners of Lake County, Florida, convened in regular session in the Commissioners’ Room of the Courthouse, Tavares, Florida on Tuesday, May 14, 1974 at 9 o’clock A.M. with the following members present: Chairman, James R. Carson, Jr., C.A. Deems, J. M. Hoskinson, Thomas J. Windram, Glenn C. Burhans.  Others present were:  James C. Watkins, Clerk; Christopher C. Ford, County Attorney; and Andrea Gambrell, Deputy Clerk.

The Invocation was led by James C. Watkins, Clerk.  The Pledge of Allegiance was led by the Chairman, James R. Carson, Jr.

minutes

On a motion by Commr. Deems seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Minutes of the April 2, 1974 meeting were approved as amended.

state agencies

Commr. Burhans reported on his meeting with Mr. Robert Miller, Chairman of the Lake Community Action Agency, Mr. William Johnson of the LCAA, and Mr. Aubrey Hayes, Lake County Welfare Director.  Commr. Burhans stated that Mr. Miller was not requesting any funds from the County Commissioners but only wished the Board to recognize this organization and support it which would enable this agency to apply for grants to fund their programs.  Mr. Miller explained that in order to apply for funding the organization must be recognized by a local government body.  Commr. Burhans brought to the Board’s attention that Mr. Aubrey Hayes and his assistant served over 300 more people than the LCAA did with a staff of 36 people.  Commr. Burhans stated that if the County wanted to sponsor a few programs now being administered by the LCAA it could be done through the Welfare Director provided that the funds would be available.  Commr. Burhans informed the Board that Minutes of the meeting were taken and that the Board should be receiving a copy of them.

county materials

The Assistant County Engineer brought to the Board’s attention that a letter was received from McCain Sales of Florida, Inc., requesting a price increase on Traffic Sign Post and Hex Nuts.  Discussion was held.  The Board concluded that if the County allowed this increase it might cause future problems with companies biding just to receive the contract knowing that the County would allow a price increase.  On a motion by Commr. Deems seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board requested the Attorney to write to McCain Sales of Florida explaining the Board’s position and also write for an Attorney General’s opinion regarding this matter.

roads-county

Mr. Larry Morey, Assistant County Engineer, presented to the Board the cost estimate of Learn Road 1-5737 is $11,798.00.  On a motion by Commr. Burhans seconded by Commr. Hoskinson and carried unanimously, the cost estimate was approved and the Finance Department was authorized to accept payment for same.

Commr. Burhans brought to the Board’s attention a line problem on Owens Lane in Umatilla.  On a motion by Commr. Burhans seconded by Commr. Hoskinson and carried the Public Works department was authorized to survey Owens Lane in Umatilla to determine where the established road line is located.

Commr. Windram read a letter from the City of Mount Dora requesting the County’s approval to close off a portion of Donnelly Street on November 9 and 10, 1974, for an Art Festival.  On a motion by Commr. Windram seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously the above request was approved and the Clerk was instructed to notify the Sheriff of this event.

Mr. Don Bloebaum of Florida Rock Industries appeared before the Board regarding a road problem at its new location in South Lake County.  Mr. Bloebaum would like the County to accept a 66’ right-of-way which will lead into their property from S-474, and close the clay road that now exists.  The County Attorney suggested that the County Engineer make sure that if this road is closed it will not cut off access to a buildable lot.  On a motion by Commr. Windram seconded by Commr. Hoskinson and carried unanimously, the County Attorney was instructed to draw up an agreement with Florida Rock Industries and that the survey crew would then survey the road after the right-of-way is received.

road closings

Mr. Larry Morey, Assistant County Engineer, presented to the Board a request to close Lantana Street in the Lake Saunders Subdivision.  No one appeared in opposition to this road closing.  On a motion by Commr. Windram seconded by Commr. Hoskinson and carried unanimously, the following described road was closed:

All of that part of said Lantana Street which lies South of Lot 1 Lake Saunders Subdivision according to the Plat thereof, recorded in Plat Book 4 and Page 30 of the Public Records of Lake County, Fla.

ADVERTISING

Mr. Al Ponds, Road Superintendent, appeared before the Board requesting permission to advertise for a new Base Station, Tower and Transmitter.  He explained that the existing towers could not be used due to a “bleed over” of the frequency.  On a motion by Commr. Burhans seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously the Board approved advertisement for the above items to be opened on June 11, 1974 at 10:00 A.M.

maps and plats

Mr. Frederick Catalano, Esq., appeared before the Board regarding a survey of Pitman.  Mr. Catalano explained that there are discrepancies as to where the sections begin and end.  Mr. Fred Harpster appeared before the Board to explain the meaning of section corners and the possibility of surveying the entire County.  It was stated that an individual could not bear the expense of such work, and it was requested that the County pay for the surveys.  It was the Board’s opinion that to have this survey work done would create more problems for all concerned.  Mr. Catalano stated that he would gather information from surrounding counties and report back to the Board what action was taken by them with regards to a similar situation.

Mr. Larry Morey, Assistant County Engineer, brought before the Board a Replat of Sorrento Shores for approval.  On a motion by Commr. Deems seconded by Commr. Hoskinson and carried unanimously, the Replat of Sorrento Shores meeting all County regulations was approved.

Mr. Morey brought before the Board a Plat of Astatula Estates for approval.  On a motion by Commr. Deems seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Plat of Astatula Estates meeting all County regulations was approved.

licenses and permits

Mr. John Burgess appeared before the Board requesting a letter of approval for the purpose of filling in two small areas in the edge of the lake in his mobile home park.  Mr. William Hennessey Acting Pollution Control Director, appeared before the Board and could not approve any dredge and fill project due to the policy of the Pollution Control Board.  On a motion by Commr. Windram seconded by Commr. Hoskinson and carried unanimously, the Board had no objection to the filling of that portion of the property on the extreme east end of the land in order to obtain access to the northeast corner; but would not encourage the filling of land on the south side of said property.

On a motion by Commr. Windram seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the following Utility and Driveway Permits were approved:

PERMIT NO.              PERMITTEE                                      PURPOSE                               ROAD

 

567                              Florida Telephone Corp.                    Buried Cable                           5-7991

587                              Florida Telephone Corp.                    Buried Cable                           5-6781

588                              Florida Telephone Corp.                    Buried Cable                           5-6981

590                              Florida Telephone Corp.                    Buried Cable                           3-1346

591                              Florida Telephone Corp.                    Buried Cable                           3-1247

592                              Florida Telephone Corp.                    Buried Cable                           2-1716

593                              Florida Telephone Corp.                    Buried Cable                           2-1622

2-207                           Padgett Enterprises, Inc.                    Water Line                              1-4420

                                                                                                                                                1-4520

1-102                           Charles Frowine                                 Irrigation Pipe                        1-5737

4-202                           Florida Power Corp.                           Transmission Line                  4-3780

 

DRIVEWAY PERMITS

 

                                    James E. Fussell                                 S-44B

                                    James L. Stinson                                S-452

                                    James W. Swan                                  S-439

                                    Robert Thornburg                               3-5154

                                    Bel Aire Homes Inc.                           Melanie Street

                                    Olen Morris                                        3-4140

                                    Zeke Evans Construction Co.             4-4161

                                                                                                4-4161A

                                                                                                4-4162

                                                                                                4-4263

                                    Hubert G. Bevill                                 1-7507

                                    Lester Ferrall                                      S-44A

                                    Parkwood Construction Co.               5-7264

                                    Pizza Corp. of America                      S-19A

                                    C. Dayton Kuntz                                 S-470

                                    Doris Burbage                                    S-48

 

COUNTY EMPLOYEES

Mr. Bill Hennessey, Acting Director of Pollution Control, requested permission to hire Mr. Charles Biederman as Assistant Field Manager.  On a motion by Commr. Burhans seconded by Commr. Windram and carried the Board approved the employment of Mr. Charles Biederman as Assistant Field Manager in the Department of Pollution Control at a salary of $5,700 per year effective May 10, 1974.

recess and reassembly

The Chairman announced that the Board would adjourn for lunch.  The public and press were invited to join them on a Dutch-treat basis at the Silver Lake Country Club.

salaries and wages

On a motion by Commr. Windram seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously the salary of Mr. Robert Erickson in the Department of Pollution Control is to be raised to $8,500.00 effective June 12, 1974.

contracts and aGreements

Mr. Edward Zagar of the Game and Fresh Water Fish Commission appeared before the Board with regards to the Contract with Southern Guide Fishing Maps.  Discussion was held.  Mr. Zagar was requested to contact Southern Guide Fishing Maps stating that the County may not advance money for goods it has not received.  Further amendments to the Contract included that Southern Guide Fishing Maps would retain all copyrights for one year only and the omission of that sentence in #6 where it states that the County will write an endorsement for the sale of advertising.  On a motion by Commr. Windram seconded by Commr. Deems and carried the Chairman and Clerk were to sign the Contract as amended.

traffic

Commr. Windram reported to the Board that he had met with the Highway Patrol regarding the coverage of the State Highways.  Commr. Windram stated that there were two types of speed guns that are made, one is more expensive but more versatile.  If two of these guns could be purchased one could be used to cover Highway 50 and the other could be used in other areas of Lake County which would greatly help solve the speeding problem.  The Board instructed Commr. Windram to pursue this matter and report back to the Board.

Commr. Hoskinson asked that a Resolution be sent to our Legislative Delegation requesting additional State Troopers in our area.  On a motion by Commr. Deems seconded by Commr. Hoskinson and carried unanimously, the County Attorney was instructed to draw such a Resolution.

fire districts

On a motion by Commr. Deems seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, a public hearing was scheduled regarding the Fire Plan as presented by the County Forester on June 11, 1974 at 9:30 A.M.

suits affecting county

Christopher C. Ford, County Attorney, reported on the suit of HURLEY vs. LAKE COUNTY.  Mr. Ford stated that he could settle the suit in the amount of $3,500.  On a motion by Commr. Windram seconded by Commr. Hoskinson and carried unanimously, the Board instructed the County Attorney to make the settlement in the amount of $3,500.00, and Mr. Ford also stated that this was the best way to resolve this suit.

machinery and equipment

Commr. Windram brought before the Board a letter from Mr. James W. Geddes regarding young oak trees which are on the highway right-of-way in front of the Triangle Elementary School.  He requested that these trees be moved now while they are young rather than have them destroyed at some later date due to a road widening project.  On a motion by Commr. Windram seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board authorized the Public Works Department to move these young oak trees during the winter months when they are dormant.  The County, however, will not take responsibility for the care of the trees after they are moved.  The Board also requested that the School Board write to the County permitting this Department to proceed with this work on school property.

bonds-official

Mr. Larry Morey, Assistant County Engineer, presented to the Board a letter from Mr. Ted L. Biddy, President of Coastal States Consultants, Inc., requesting that Crystal Harbour Subdivision be exempt from submitting a one year maintenance bond for the roads in the subdivision since the project included a one year general guarantee clause.  On a motion by Commr. Deems seconded by Commr.  Hoskinson and carried unanimously, the request was denied and the bond must be drawn.

roads-state

Commr. Burhans presented to the Board a request from Florida Foods on S-452 regarding flooding problems.  On a motion by Commr. Burhans seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously the Board authorized the Public Works Department to do the necessary work required to change the flow of water on S-452 which presents a problem to Florida Foods and the Lake County Fairgrounds.

zoning

ZV 74-16        Operating Business in R-1-7              W.C. Stone

No one appeared regarding this Zoning Violation.  On a motion by Commr. Hoskinson seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, Mr. W.C. Stone was given thirty (30) days to obtain engineer’s approval so that the building permit #25766 can be finalized.

ZV 74-19        Two mobile homes on one lot                        Virginia Bliss

No one appeared regarding this Zoning Violation.  On a motion by Commr. Deems seconded by Commr. Hoskinson and carried unanimously, Mrs. Bliss was found in violation in Ordinance 71-6 and given 30 days to move one of the mobile homes.

Mr. William Henderson, Code Enforcement Officer, presented to the Board a petition from the residents of the Lake Mack Subdivision regarding a resident named Mr. David Piers washing horses and dogs in the lake.  On a motion by Commr. Burhans seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, Mr. Piers was found in violation of Ordinance 71-1 and that he was to cease washing horses and dogs in Lake Mack.

bonds

On a motion by Commr. Hoskinson seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, Firearm Bonds were approved for the following:

James Mock-Dispatcher for the Eustis Police Department

Richard Register – Lady Lake (2)

Joan G. Register – Lady Lake

 

On a motion by Commr. Hoskinson seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the following Contractor Bonds were approved:

 

537-74             Carl R. Schilke dba Harcar Aluminum Products

1183                David De Lancett – Specialty

1184                William A. Vinton – Air Conditioning and Heating

 

On a motion by Commr. Deems seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the following Contractor Bonds were cancelled:

918                  Harold T. Rogers dba Harold R. Rogers

1009                William B. Wiley, Jr., dba Triangle Roofing Co.

 

accounts allowed

On a motion by Commr. Deems seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, payment #8 to Asphalt Pavers was approved in accordance with their contract in the amount of $99,799.01.

On a motion by Commr. Deems seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Board approved purchase of two (2) pairs of snake boots for the Department of Pollution Control at a total cost of $119.80 for the two pairs.

On a motion by Commr. Burhans seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, $13,432.00 was approved for expenses incurred for Circuit Court Work for the period of October 2, 1973 through May 6, 1974.

On a motion by Commr. Hoskinson seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, overtime payroll for the MVI Station shall be a maximum of $165 per month.

On a motion by Commr. Deems seconded by Commr. Hoskinson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the purchase of a new recording system for the Board of County Commissioners’ Room as well as a transcriber for the Board of County Commissioners’ Office in the amount of $1,084.00 which includes the trade in on the old machines.

On a motion by Commr. Deems seconded by Commr. Windram the following vouchers were approved:

General Revenue                                                        1553-1815

State 2 Mosquito Control                                           21-22

State 2 Landfill                                                           19-20

State 1 Mosquito Control                                           6

Auto Inspection                                                          132-159

Fine and Forfeiture                                                     239-275

Road and Bridge                                                         578-674

Construction Trust                                                     7

Capital Outlay Reserve (County Bldgs.)                   4

Fish Conservation                                                      25-26

N.E. Lake Hospital District                                        7

N.E. Lake Ambulance Service                                   8

N.W. Ambulance Service                                           11

 

There being no further business to bring before the Board, the meeting was adjourned at 3:50 p.m.

 

 

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james r. carson, jr., chairman

 

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James C. Watkins, Clerk