A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

june 17, 1975

The Lake County Board of County Commissioners convened in regular session on Tuesday, June 17, 1975, at 9:00 a.m., in the Commissioners’ Room, Courthouse, Tavares, Florida.  Present were:  Thomas J. Windram, Vice-Chairman; C.A. Deems; Glenn C. Burhans; and James R. Carson, Jr.  Others present were:  James C. Watkins, Clerk; Andrea Gambrell, Deputy Clerk; and David Cauthen substituting for the County Attorney.  Absent was Jim Hoskinson, Chairman, who was in Tallahassee on County business.

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

insurance

Commr. Carson stated that the Insurance Committee had met and discussed several items which have been included in a memo which the Board members have.  The Clerk presented an updated memo at this time stating what had been done.

Mr. Watkins stated that he would like for the Insurance Committee to meet again to work out the specifications for the insurance bids that will be coming up this year.  This met with the approval of the Board.

bonds

On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously by those present, the Board approved Contractor Bond No. 1274 for Mike Singletary and Bond No. 1275 for D. Keith Lucas.

licenses and permits

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously by those present, the Board approved the firearm bonds for Norma E. Newell and Edward H. Riddle.

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously by those present, the Board approved the changing of the gun permit for Melvin Williams to a Smith and Wesson 38 caliber, Serial No. D790 880 – Model 10.

accounts allowed

On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously by those present, the Board approved travel for Glenn Middleton, Building Official, to attend the Annual Research Conference of the Southern Building Code Congress in Nashville, Tennessee on November 2-6, 1975.

The travel submitted by Phil Yoder, Director of Mosquito Control, for Mr. Richard Sherman to attend the annual meeting of the Hyacinth Control Society in San Antonio, Texas was referred to Commr. Burhans.

On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously by those present, the Board designated the following banks to handle the checking accounts for the 1975-1976 fiscal year:

            General Revenue        First National Bank & Trust Co. of Eustis

            Road & Bridge           Citizens National Bank of Leesburg

            Fine & Forfeiture       Peoples State Bank of Groveland

 

Mr. Watkins presented the application form which he was requested to research regarding the Revenue Sharing Funds for Fiscal Year 1975-1976.  He stated that the application was in order.  On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously by those present, the Board approved the application and authorized the Vice-Chairman to sign same.

bids

Mr. Watkins reported on the status of the bids received on June 10, 1975 for two mini trucks for the Mosquito Control Department.  He stated that his office has called Mr. Cecil Clark regarding his bid.  He informed the Board that Mr. Clark wanted his bid considered.  The bid was opened and was not the lowest bid submitted.  Mr. Watkins stated that he had discussed this matter with Mr. Christopher Ford, County Attorney, and it was Mr. Ford’s opinion that the Board could accept the low bid submitted by Bob Wade Ford.  On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously by those present, the Board accepted the lowest and best bid as submitted by Bob Wade Ford at a cost of $6,054.00.

appropriations

Mr. Watkins reported on the status of the CETA employees.  He stated that all employees knew at the time of their employment that these funds were available only to June 30, 1975.  However, there were some excess funds not used by the County which the Board could divide in order to maintain their nine employees until August 30, 1975.  The Board requested that all agencies or organizations which are staffed with CETA employees be informed that these funds expire June 30, 1975.  The Board further requested that the Clerk inform County department heads who have CETA employees on their staff that these positions will be funded until August 31, 1975.

public health

Commr. Windram stated that he had been contacted by Doctor Prather of the State Health Office who highly recommended Doctor Antonio Simonian for the position of Lake County Health Director.  On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously by those present, the Board directed the Clerk to write to Dr. Prather informing him that the Board would prefer to interview more applicants for this position before making any final decision.

accounts allowed

Mr. Donoghue, County Engineer, appeared and requested that the Finance Department be authorized to pay Moorhead Engineering $13,486.73 from the Escrow Account of Kings Cove Subdivision.  On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously by those present, the Board approved the above request upon the recommendation of the County Engineer.

On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously by those present, the Board approved travel for Mike Murphy and Lester Sutton in the Public Works Department to attend a seminar in Tallahassee sponsored by the National Association of County Engineers on July 10 and 11, 1975.

animals

Mr. Donoghue stated that he had been contacted by the Eustis City Police Chief requesting assistance in the collection of animals.  The Board directed the County Engineer to inform Chief Burrows that according to the Emergency Agreement between the County and municipalities, it was the understanding that the County would pick up animals at a central location, however, the County is willing to help in the collection of animals in the event of public emergency.

commissioners

At 10:30 A.M. Commr. Carson stated that he had to attend a funeral and would return at 1:30 P.M. for the afternoon session.

county employees

Discussion was held on the salary of Frankie Rouse, Acting Manager of the Lake County Animal Shelter.  The Board was informed that she was being paid under CETA Funds and that it would be impossible to give her a raise or supplement her income.  Commr. Deems stated that he would talk with her and explain the situation.

courthouse

Mr. Jack Jones, Architect, appeared and presented the list of subcontractors for its approval.  He stated that he had requested Wood Industries of Tampa be substituted for Summerlin of Daytona with regards to the millwork.  Mr. Jones also informed the Board that the plumbing, electrical, etc. companies are willing to post bonds.  On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously by those present, the Board directed the Architect to draw the necessary contracts to be reviewed by the County Attorney.

recess and assembly

At 12:00 Noon the Vice-Chairman announced the Board would adjourn for lunch at the Silver Lake Golf and Country Club.  The press and public were invited on a dutch treat basis.

planning and zoning

Mr. Ballin Kent appeared requesting permission to leave his legally permitted mobile home on a piece of property where he plans to build a permanent homesite.  Discussion was held.  On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously by those present, the Board approved for Mr. Kent to leave his mobile home on the property where he plans to build his permanent homesite with the understanding that this mobile home will be removed when the permanent home is completed, this subject to his compliance with the posting of a $5,000 bond.

roads-county

Commr. Windram brought to the attention of the Board a letter written by the property owners of Westmont Road regarding the resurfacing of this road.  On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously by those present, the Board requested that the Clerk write to the appropriate person informing them that a cost estimate has been completed and that they should contact the County Engineer to set up an appointment for a representative from the Public Works Department to meet with them and brief them on the County’s procedure regarding the resurfacing of roads.

rezoning 38-75-4 – a to rr – maurice shams

The Board was informed that this petition had been withdrawn by the applicant.

cup 485-4 – cup for a pud in a – maurice shams

The Board was informed that this petition had been withdrawn by the applicant.

rezoning 25-75-1 – c-1 to r-1-7 or r-1-15 – p&z commission

No one appeared regarding this case.  On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously by those present, the Board upheld the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Board and the rezoning was approved to R-1-15 with the deletion of the western portion of the property from the lift station.

rezoning 50-75-1 – c-1 to rp – tom grizzard

No one appeared regarding this case.  On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously by those present, the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Board was upheld and the rezoning was approved.

rezoning 41-75-5 – rr to a – robert bauer

Mr. Bauer appeared regarding this case.  Discussion was held.  On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously by those present, the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Board was upheld and the rezoning was denied.

rezoning 43-75-2 – a to r-1-5 – lester ryals

Mr. Ryals appeared regarding this case.  Discussion was held.  On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried, the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Board was upheld and the rezoning was denied.  Commr. Burhans voted “no.”

rezoning 44-75-3 – a to rr – corda may

No one appeared regarding this case.  On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously by those present, the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Board was upheld and the rezoning was approved.

rezoning 45-75-3 – c-1 to cp – james h. clarke

No one appeared regarding this case.  On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously by those present, the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Board was upheld and the rezoning was approved.

cup 480-1 – cup in rr – henry a.m. faber, jr.

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously by those present, this case was postponed until July 15, 1975 at 2:00 P.M. or as soon thereafter as possible.

cup 482-5 – cup in c-1 – otis m. lee, sr.

Mr. Lee appeared regarding this case.  Discussion was held.  On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried, the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Board was overturned and the CUP was approved.  Commr. Deems voted “no.”

cup 483-4 – cup in a – herschel haskins

No one appeared regarding this case.  On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously by those present, the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Board was upheld and the CUP was approved.

cup 484-4 – cup for expansion of camp challenge – t.r. champion

No one appeared regarding this case.  Discussion was held.  On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously by those present, the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Board was upheld and the CUP was approved.

rezoning 46-75-4 – a to rr – carl ludecke

Mr. Ludecke appeared regarding this case.  Discussion was held.  On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously by those present, the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Board was overturned and the rezoning was approved.

rezoning 47-75-4 – ra to rr – carl ludecke

Mr. Ludecke appeared regarding this case.  Discussion was held.  On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously by those present, the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Board was upheld and the rezoning was denied.

rezoning 48-75-1 – rmrp to rr – p&z commission

No one appeared regarding this case.  On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously by those present, this case was postponed until July 15, 1975 at 2:00 P.M. or as soon thereafter as possible.

rezoning 49-75-5 – a to r-1-5 – p&z commission

No one appeared regarding this case.  On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously by those present, the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Board was upheld and the rezoning was approved.

municipal corporations

Mrs. Nancy Crissinger requested on behalf of Michael Willett, Planning Director, the Board’s permission to contact the various municipalities for the name of a representative who will serve on the Technical Advisory Committee which is in compliance with the Local Government Comprehensive Planning Act of 1975.  On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously by those present, the above request was approved.

There being no further business to be brought before the Board, the meeting was adjourned at 3:07 p.m.

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J.M. Hoskinson, chairman

 

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James C. Watkins, Clerk