A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
april 19, 1977
The Lake County Board of County Commissioners convened in regular session on Tuesday, April 19, 1977, at 9:00 a.m., in the Board of County Commissioners’ Room, Courthouse, Tavares, Florida. Present were: C.A. Deems, Chairman; Thomas J. Windram; James R. Carson, Jr., Glenn C. Burhans and J. M. Hoskinson. Others present were: James C. Watkins, Clerk; Christopher C. Ford, County Attorney; Sharon Mitchell and Andrea Gambrell, Deputy Clerks.
The Invocation was given by James C. Watkins, Clerk, and the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Thomas J. Windram.
roads-state-county
Commr. Deems presented, to the Board, a letter from the Department of Transportation regarding the transfer of roads to the County for maintenance from the Primary Road System. Commr. Deems stated that Mr. Andrew, County Engineer, would appear before the Board later in the day, and requested that discussion of this be postponed until that time.
roads-county
Commr. Deems presented, to the Board, a letter from the City of Mount Dora requesting that the project to four lane Eudora Road be deleted from the Five Year Road Program and that emphasis be placed on the reworking of the SR 19A and Old 441 intersection as well as four laning SR 19A to New 441.
tax levy/resolution
Commr. Deems presented, to the Board, a letter from the Orange County Board of County Commissioners regarding the bills pertaining to the Tourist Development / Resort Tax. Discussion was held regarding these bills. On a motion by Commr. Hoskinson seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board adopted a resolution supporting permissive Tourist Development/Resort Tax legislation, sponsored by Senator Ed Dunn and Representative Hyatt Brown, which include a local option referendum.
courthouse
Mr. Jack Prickett and John Ehler, representing the Lake County Board of Realtors, appeared before the Board to present a Lake County Flag and dedication plaque. It was their desire that this be placed in the Board of County Commissioners’ Room in the new Courthouse.
The Board accepted the flag and dedication plaque with pride, and stated that they would find an appropriate place for it in the new Board Offices.
Commr. Hoskinson stated that the Shriners had contacted him about presenting an American Flag to the County which they hope will be flown on the new flag pole in front of the new Courthouse. Commr. Hoskinson stated that he had instructed them to contact Mr. Watkins about this matter.
Mr. Watkins informed the Board that the move into the new Courthouse is scheduled to begin on Friday, May 13, 1977, with the Courthouse reopening for business at 8:30 A.M. on May 17, 1977.
Commr. Carson brought to the attention of the Board that Mary Lee Johnson, Law Librarian, had called him regarding the fact that she had been informed that it was going to take approximately two weeks to complete the move of the Law Library. Commr. Carson voiced some concern over the length of time for the move and requested the Clerk to look into the matter.
appropriations
Commr. Burhans brought to the attention of the Board that if it desires to administer the CETA Title 1 Funds, it would have to make application for these funds shortly. Discussion was held. The Board stated that if it could continue to handle CETA Title 2 and 6, it would have no objection of HRS continuing the administration of the CETA Title 1 Funds. No action was taken pertaining to the County applying for the administration of CETA Title 1 Funds.
county buildings
Commr. Burhans presented, to the Board, a letter from J. Carl Smith, Executive Director of the Lake County Chamber of Commerce, informing the Board that the wiring in the Exposition Building needs to be repaired; and the estimated cost of these repairs will be $450.
communications
Commr. Hoskinson presented, to the Board, a request from the Lake County Department of Disaster Preparedness to apply for a RACES License from the FCC. Commr. Hoskinson stated that the Board had approved the purchase of the equipment; and now, the license must be obtained. On a motion by Commr. Hoskinson, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the above request and authorized the Chairman to sign the RACES License Application.
accounts allowed
On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved payment of the following vouchers:
General Revenue 1664 1782 NE Hospital 8 9
Fine & Forfeiture 264 – 286 NE Ambulance 8
Road & Bridge 560 – 609 NW Ambulance 4
Auto Inspection 121 – 129 Road & Bridge Spec. Assess. 3
COR (Co. Bldgs.) 20 – 22 Title II Anti-Recession 1
CETA Title VI 33 –34 Landfill State II 6
Section 8 40 Youth Vol. Couns. 8
road-subdivision
Mr. Willett, Director of Planning, presented, to the Board, a request from Mr. Herbert Shew to grandfather-in certain lots, south of Leesburg off Highway 27 near Corley Island area, that he intended to subdivide prior to the adoption of the Subdivision Regulations. Discussion was held. Mr. Willett stated that he can find no records of work being done to subdivide the property in question prior to 1968. Further discussion was held concerning potential problems that could develop should the Board approve the request.
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Board denied the request of Mr. Herbert Shew to grandfather-in certain property owned by him as requested.
courthouse
Commr. Hoskinson presented to the Board a memorandum outlining the operation of the proposed cleaning services for the new Lake County Courthouse.
The structure of the cleaning services would consist of three crews with each crew having its own crewleader. Also, there will be a Custodial Supervisor over all the crews. Discussion was held.
At this time Mr. Watkins stated that the Board should seriously consider, as soon as possible, the employment of a Mechanical Engineer, whose purpose would be to maintain all the equipment installed in the new Courthouse as well as maintain and repair mechanical equipment in the old Courthouse and Annex Buildings. He suggested that the salary of this individual be approximately $11,000 - $11,500. Mr. Watkins stated that Mr. Eugene Dixon is still available for consideration of this position. The Board requested that Mr. Evan Porter negotiate with Mr. Dixon about the above position at a salary not to exceed $11,500.
Mr. Watkins stated that the Board should also consider the employment of a Custodial Supervisor whose position would be to supervise the crews, make and approve vacation schedules of the crews as well as have the power to hire and fire crew members. He stated that this will take a person of strong supervisory capabilities. He informed the Board that there is a woman doing this type of work in the new Courthouse for P & C Thompson Brothers, General Contractors, and she may possibly be interested in the position. Discussion was held. Commr. Deems suggested that efforts be made to make sure that a qualified person is hired for the Custodial Supervisor’s position, who can get the crews to perform their duties satisfactorily.
The Board discussed the salary range of the above mentioned position and determined that it should range from $7,500 to $9,000. It was stated that negotiations should be based on the low end of the salary range to allow for an advancement.
On a motion by Commr. Hoskinson, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the salary range for the position of Custodial Supervisor as outlined above as well as the recommendation of the Building Committee for cleaning services in the new Courthouse, approving the necessary personnel to be hired as soon as possible. It was stated that the salaries of those persons on the crew will be in line with the adopted pay plan of Lake County as prepared by Cody and Associates.
accounts allowed/machinery and equipment
Commr. Hoskinson presented, to the Board, a list of equipment including a blackboard for the Commissioners’ Board Room, refrigerator for ladies lounge, vacuum cleaners, supply carts, cleaning supplies, lawn equipment, trash compactor, etc., that, the Building Committee felt should be purchase for the new Courthouse.
On a motion by Commr. Hoskinson, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board authorized the Purchasing Department to make the necessary purchase of equipment, as listed, for the best possible price and requested that approval be obtained, from the Chairman of the Building Committee or Commr. Deems, for any item over $100. Funds have been budgeted for this equipment.
water levels
Mr. Hennessey appeared before the Board regarding the complaint he had received, from residents near Three Lakes, regarding the lowering of the water level in Three Lakes. He stated that he had received a letter from the St. Johns River Water Management District stating that the lack of rain is the reason for the lowering of the water level in the Lake.
No formal action was taken by the Board.
bonds
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Hoskinson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the following Contractor Bonds:
1524-77 James A. Adams dba General Contractor
1525-77 Wiley A. Tucker dba Aluminum Siding Contractor
1526-77 Jay D. Turner, Jr. dba Aluminum Siding Contractor
1527-77 Winston D. Walker dba Century III Builders, Inc.
1528-77 John F. MacFarlane dba Century III Builders, Inc.
1529-77 Bruce E. Massey dba Building Contractor
On a motion by Commr. Windram seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved for the following Contractor Bonds to be cancelled:
1395-76 Joseph R. Polverino dba Majestic Pools, Inc.
1401-77 Albert D. Pivonka dba Florida Pools of Central Florida, Inc.
accounts allowed
On a motion by Commr. Hoskinson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board approved payment, to the Clerk of the Circuit Court, in the amount of $5,000 to pay State Trial Witnesses, Insolvent Defense Witnesses, and Special Court Order Witnesses at the spring term of Circuit Court.
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Hoskinson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the refund of the plumbing permit fee in the amount of $8.00 to Mr. Robert Moody because his contractor had already purchased the needed permit.
lake county property appraiser
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Hoskinson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the Certificate of Error and Corrections #5-09075 through 5-09085 as submitted by the Property Appraiser.
accounts allowed
The Deputy Clerk presented, to the Board, a memorandum from Mr. Watkins informing the Board that an update of the Lake County Memorial Nursing Home cost report, required by the State of Florida, must be done every six months. It was suggested that Mr. Fred Shaw, CPA, who prepared the initial cost report, be retained to prepare the necessary update on a continuing basis provided his charges do not rise sharply. On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board approved to retain Mr. Fred Shaw, CPA, on a continuing basis, to make the necessary updates on the cost report for the Lake County Memorial Nursing Home as required by the State of Florida.
contracts and agreements
Mr. Ford, County Attorney, presented, to the Board, a form contract between Lake County and the Municipalities regarding the housing of municipal prisoners in the County Jail. He stated that, according to Sheriff McCall, it costs $12.50 per day to house a municipal prisoner and the County is only charging the cities $7.50. Discussion was held. The Board requested that Commr. Carson confer with Sheriff McCall, on this matter, before the Board takes any action on the proposed contract.
Mr. Ford reported, to the Board, that Mr. and Mrs. Simmons have refused the County’s offer $2,000 an acre for the property, they own, which the County is interested in purchasing for the clay located on the land. The Board stated that they would like to discuss this in detail when Mr. Andrew appears before the Board later in the day.
county property/contracts and agreements
Mr. Ford stated that he had received word, from the Seaboard Coastline Railroad, informing him that they are prepared to finalize the sale of land, to the County, which they own adjacent to the Public Works Department.
On a motion by Commr. Hoskinson, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved for the County Attorney to proceed with the closing on the aforementioned property and authorized the issuance of a check from the County in the amount of $20,306, which is the purchase price of the property in question.
Commr. Hoskinson requested that the County Attorney find out whether the property line of the real estate in question meets the railroad tracks or if there is going to be some reservation of land by the Seaboard Coastline Railroad between the boundaries of this property and the railroad tracks.
county property
Mr. Ford stated that the Board had approved the sale of a County-owned piece of property, described as follows:
LOT 1, BLOCK 9, ACCORDING TO THE REVISED PLAT OF NORTHSHORE SUBDIVISION, AS PER PLAT RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 5, PAGE 64, PUBLIC RECORDS OF LAKE COUNTY, FLORIDA, EXCLUDING THE EUSTIS GROVE STREET PUBLIC RIGHT OF WAY AND ALL THAT PORTION OF THE AFORESAID LOT 1 LYING SOUTH OF THE EUSTIS GROVE STREET RIGHT OF WAY.
He informed the Board that Mr. Sam Cook, MAI, had given an opinion of value of the land in the amount of $250. Only one bid had been received, which was from Zebulon Osborne, Attorney, representing Doctor Rath, in the amount of $300 for the aforementioned property, being the highest and only bid received for same. Commr. Hoskinson voted “no”.
roads-subdivision
Mr. Andrew, County Engineer, appeared before the Board and presented a cost estimate of $127 for the repair of various roads in Lake Joanna Shores. On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried, the Board approved the cost estimate as stated above and authorized the work to begin, subject to the total cost being paid by the residents and that the County is under no obligation for the continued maintenance of the roads.
roads-subdivision
Mr. Andrew presented, to the Board, a request from Mr. G. McGammen for the Board of County Commissioners to grant him a variance pertaining to road improvements in the subdivision of his property. Mr. Andrew stated that Mr. McGammen has 560 acres of land that he would like to subdivide into 13 lots. However, the cost to construct a paved road within this subdivision would be prohibitive. Discussion was held.
The Board was concerned about the potential problems which could result in future years with the possible subdivision of these large parcels without paved roads.
Mr. McGammen stated that he would be willing to consider any suggestions the Board may have, because it is necessary that he sell some of this land.
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board denied Mr. McGammen’s request for a variance in the Subdivision Rules and Regulations pertaining to the construction of paved roads in a subdivision.
At this time, the Board discussed with Mr. McGammen the concept of platting the subdivision, dividing the total acreage into five lots with a 66 foot dedicated right of way for roads. Mr. McGammen stated that he would work on this concept and present it to the Engineering Department for review as soon as possible.
recess and reassembly
At 12:00 Noon, the Chairman announced that the Board would adjourn for lunch at the Silver Lake Golf and Country Club. The public and press were invited on a Dutch treat basis.
appropriations
Doctor June Murray appeared before the Board to discuss, with them, the positions of two sanitarians and four school health aids which the Health Department has proposed to be funded through CETA.
Doctor Murray stated that, with the added responsibilities being given to the Health Department by the State, additional sanitarians will be needed. She stated that the sanitarians would only be aids and would be working under the supervision of a qualified sanitarian. She also stated that she was aware that if and when the CETA Funds are terminated by the Federal Government, these positions would also be terminated.
Doctor Murray briefed the Board on the need for school health aids. She assured the Board that she was well aware that funds had not yet been allocated for these positions, but hoped that they would receive consideration if and when funding became available.
Mr. Harry Spooner, CETA Coordinator, stated that funds were immediately available for the two requested sanitarian aid positions. On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, The Board approved the employment of two sanitarian aids for the Lake County Health Department which will be funded through the CETA Program.
accounts allowed
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Board approved travel for Nancy Cox, Associate Planner, to attend a meeting in Jacksonville pertaining to the Community Development Block Grant on May 2-4, 1977.
communications
Mr. Watkins presented, to the Board, a letter from Mr. Wallace Van Etten who was concerned about saving trees in Lake County and had requested that this matter be placed on the Board’s agenda for discussion. It was requested that Mr. Van Etten confer with the Planning Department and Mr. Terrell Davis, County Forester, about this matter.
Commr. Windram presented, to the Board, a letter from the Department of Commerce, Economic Development Administration, informing Lake County that it is eligible to have economic planning for the County incorporated in an Overall Economic Development Program. The Board requested that Mr. Willett investigate this matter and determine whether or not Lake County can benefit by taking part in the program.
planning and zoning
rezoning 24-77-2 sani-pot dealership in cp amos v. marchant
No one appeared before the Board regarding this case. On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Board was upheld and the plan for a Sani-Pot Dealership in CP was approved.
rezoning 29-77-2 rp to a arthur b. foster
No one appeared before the Board regarding this case. On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Department was upheld and the rezoning to Agricultural was approved.
rezoning 25-77-3 r-1-7 to ra kenneth martin and joseph peterman
No one appeared before the Board regarding this case. On a motion by Commr. Hoskinson, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Board was upheld and the rezoning to RA was approved.
rezoning 27-77-3 rr to R-1-15 barbara g. harmon
No one appeared before the Board regarding this case. On a motion by Commr. Hoskinson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Board was upheld and the rezoning to R-1-15 was approved.
rezoning 30-77-4 R-1-5 to rr dorothy d. bortka
Mr. Fester Stevens appeared before the Board and asked if this rezoning would affect the zoning, in any way, on his property, which is adjacent to the property in question. The Board assured him that this would not affect the zoning on his property.
On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Board was upheld and the rezoning to RR was approved.
rezoning 28-77-4 mobile home in cp nicholas t. zeoli
No one appeared before the Board regarding this case. On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Board was upheld and the request for a mobile home as a caretaker’s residence in CP was denied.
rezoning 31-77-4 rr to rp victor m. hooker
Mr. Hooker appeared before the Board and stated that there is RP zoning across the street from his property; and, should the rezoning be approved, he does not intend to change the appearance of the property. He stated that he would like to have a small real estate office from which to work.
Mr. Willett stated that Department is against the rezoning because it is trying to prevent the spread of commercial property along SR44.
On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried, the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Board was upheld and the request for rezoning was denied. Commr. Burhans abstained from the vote because he is a real estate broker in Lake County.
rezoning 23-77-5 a to m-1 roslyn day
No one appeared before the Board regarding this case. On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Board was upheld and the Board approved the rezoning of this property to MP instead of M-1 which according to the Planning and Zoning Department, met with the approval of the petitioner.
rezoning 26-77-1 rr to c-2 jesse sparks, jr.
Mr. Sparks appeared before the Board regarding this case and requested that the Board act favorably on his request for C-2 zoning on this land.
Mr. Robert Tuller, resident of Silver Lake area, appeared before the Board and requested that the Board retain, as much as possible, RR zoning in this area because the residents did not want to see this area become a strip of commercial endeavors.
Mr. Willett stated that this zoning was in line with the final edition of the Comprehensive Plan which was approved by the Board.
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Board was upheld and the rezoning to C-2 was approved.
cup 564-1 cup for travel trailers in c-1 walter buchs
Mr. Buchs appeared before the Board regarding this case. He stated that he owned the property for 16 year and would now like to sell it. However, in its present condition, it serves no purpose for anyone due to the fact that it is low land and must be filled. He is requesting this CUP so that he may fill in a portion of the land and place it on the market for sale.
Commr. Carson stated that he did not want to prevent Mr. Buchs from developing his property if he can find an economic way to fill the necessary areas and adhere to the regulations pertaining to the development of land in Lake County.
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried, the Board overturned the recommendation of the Planning and zoning Board and approved the CUP. Commr. Windram voted “no”.
rezoning 32-77-5 r-1-7 to rmrp ruby v. sapp
Mrs. Sapp appeared before the Board and requested that the Board favorably consider her request for the rezoning of this land.
Mr. Ray Fork, resident in the area, appeared before the Board in opposition to this rezoning. After listening to Mr. Fork’s remarks, Commr. Carson stated that he felt there was confusion as to the exact piece of property being discussed. Mr. Fork stated that there are rezoning signs on the property directly across the street from his property. Upon reviewing the aerial map, Commr. Carson informed Mr. Fork that the piece of property, to which he was referring, already been rezoned RMRP and the property under consideration at this time was approximately one mile from his home. Commr. Carson asked Mr. Willett whether the signs may have been posted on the wrong piece of property. Mr. Willett stated that the signs had been given to Mrs. Sapp and she was to post the signs on the property being rezoned.
Mrs. Julia Godwin, resident of Lisbon, appeared before the Board and stated that she was in opposition to this rezoning because she and her husband had moved out into the country to get away from the city and is extremely opposed to a development of high density in the Lisbon area.
Mr. Karl Screws, also a resident in the area, appeared before the Board in opposition to this rezoning.
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Board was upheld and the rezoning to RMRP was denied.
cup 563-5 cup for a pud in r-1-7 ruby v. sapp
Mr. Willett stated that this case is involved with the previous case, which was just denied. He informed the Board that this CUP included the land discussed in 32-77-5 as well as a two acre piece of property on which a restaurant would be located. Discussion was held.
It was moved by Commr. Burhans that the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Board be upheld and that the portion of the CUP pertaining to the property north of the highway be denied; and the portion of the CUP, which would allow a restaurant to be built on two acres of property south of the Highway be approved. This was seconded by Commr. Carson.
Commr. Windram called for the question. Commr. Burhans and Commr. Hoskinson voted “aye”, with Commr. Deems, Commr. Windram, and Commr. Carson voting “no”. The Chairman announced that the motion failed.
The Board discussed the proper way to dispose of this case. On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Hoskinson and carried unanimously, the Board upheld the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Board and denied the CUP for a PUD on the north side of Highway #44.
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board overturned the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Board and denied, without prejudice, the issuance of a CUP for a restaurant on the property in question which lies south of Highway 44. This will allow the Planning and Zoning Department to return to the Board of County Commissioners with a proper zoning classification for its proposed use.
county employees
Mr. Andrew, County Engineer, informed the Board that he had found a qualified mechanic to fill the position of Mechanic #2. He stated that, according to his application and upon checking his references, he is highly qualified to work on both gasoline and diesel engines. On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved that, effective April 20, 1977, Mr. Rodney Johnson will be employed to fill the position of Mechanic #2 at a salary of $9,708 per year which will be reviewed after his six month probationary period has expired.
municipalities
Commr. Hoskinson presented, to the Board, a request from the City of Clermont for the County to assist them in the construction of a softball field in Clermont. He informed the Board that the County would provide approximately 40 cubic yards of clay, fill dirt and Engineering services. On a motion by Commr. Hoskinson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board approved the above request and requested that the Clerk write to the City of Clermont notifying them of same.
contracts and agreements
Mr. Andrew informed the Board that Mr. and Mrs. Simmons had refused the County’s offer of $2,000 an acre for land, owned by them, which the County is interested in purchasing for the clay located on the land.
The Board stated that, according to an appraisal obtained by Mr. and Mrs. Simmons, 10 acres of land is under water. This was confirmed by Mr. Andrew.
Commr. Burhans suggested that the County hire a professional soil boring company to make borings on the property in question to make sure that there is ample clay located on the property.
Mr. Ford informed the Board of the two counter offers made to the County by the owners of the property.
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board approved for the County engineer to have a professional soil boring company make the necessary sample borings on the aforementioned property to determine the quantity of clay on the property.
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Hoskinson and carried unanimously, the Board approved to accept the counter offer of the owners at a net price of $76,000 which does not include title insurance and brokers fees. This is subject to the County’s MAI appraisal substantiating that the price placed on the land is a fair market value and the favorable results from the soil borings.
roads-county-state
Mr. Andrew brought to the attention of the Board that SR 50 intersects Hartle Road yet there were no provisions made for this intersection. He stated that he has notified the Department of Transportation and they assured him that the necessary adjustment would be made immediately.
Mr. Andrew also informed the Board that the Department of Transportation would like to close S 455 to make the connection of SR 50 and S 455. On a motion by Commr. Hoskinson, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board directed the County Engineer to notify the DOT that Lake County had no objection to the temporary closing of this road provided the DOT assume all risk for the closing of this road and that the DOT be responsible for posting the necessary detour, safety and traffic regulatory signs.
roads-subdivision
Commr. Windram presented, to the Board, a petition signed by 100% of the property owners who own 100% of the road frontage requesting that the paving of North Crest Circle in Eustis in accordance with F.S.631505 and F.S.691208. On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved that a public hearing be advertised for Tuesday, May 17, 1977, at 1:30 P.M. for the paving of this road in accordance with the aforementioned Statute.
roads-county-state
Mr. Andrew discussed, with the Board, the letter it received regarding certain roads in the primary system which the Department of Transportation is giving back to Lake County for maintenance. Discussion was held. On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Hoskinson and carried unanimously, the Board adopted a resolution expressing Lake County’s views that the roads which are being given to Lake County from the primary road system should be brought up to the current Secondary Road System standards (i.e.) the road width should be 24 feet and in accordance with the current “Green Book” DOT standards.
road closings
Mr. Andrew stated that he had discussed, with the residents in Dona Vista, the problems which arose when Sylvan Drive in Dona Vista was closed. He stated that he has reviewed the situation and suggests that a sign be placed at the barricades stating that only pedestrian traffic is allowed past the barricades. On a motion by Commr Burhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried, the Board approved for the Public Works Department to erect the signs as suggested by the County Engineer. Commr. Hoskinson was absent for the vote.
roads county
Mr. Andrew reported to the Board that he has received a preliminary set of drawings for the Donnelly Street drainage pond. He stated that it will cost approximately $90,000 to construct the pond. No formal action was taken.
Commr. Windram presented, to the Board, a letter from the City of Mount Dora requesting that the four laning of Eudora Road in Mount Dora be removed from the Five Year Road Program and encourage the modification of the intersection of Old 441 an 19A as well as the four laning of 19A to New 441.
On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board adopted a resolution directing the DOT to remove the four laning of Eudora Road from Lake County’s Five Year Road Program.
On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board adopted a resolution requesting the DOT to rework the intersection of 19A and Old 441 in Mount Dora and four lane 19A to New 441 between Mount Dora and Eustis.
landfills
Mr. Watkins informed the Board that he had received a telephone call from Mr. Jack Kirkpatrick, 525 W. Alfred Street, Tavares, who requested that Camp La No Chee be allowed to utilize the County Landfill without charge. Discussion was held. It was the opinion of the Board that, under the circumstances, everyone has to be treated equally and, therefore, could not honor the request.
county employees
Mr. Porter appeared before the Board and stated that he had spoken to Mr. Eugene Dixon regarding the position of Maintenance Engineer for the New Lake County Courthouse. He stated that Mr. Dixon is agreeable to accepting the position at a salary of $11,500 per year with the understanding that, after six months, his salary would be reviewed. Mr. Porter also informed the Board that Mr. Dixon is willing to accept the supervisory responsibilities that the Board directed to be a part of the Maintenance Engineer position.
Commr. Deems asked Mr. Porter whether or not Mr. Dixon understood that he would be working on mechanical equipment in the old Courthouse and the annex building, as well as assisting with minor plumbing problems. Mr. Porter stated that he had informed Mr. Dixon of the desires of the Board.
On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the employment of Mr. Eugene Dixon as a Maintenance Engineer at a salary of $11,500 effective as soon as possible.
At this time, Mr. Porter presented, to the Board, a request from Michael Willett for permission to upgrade a position in the Planning Department. Mr. Willett presently has a Clerk/Typist position which he would like to upgrade to Zoning Technician, because the Clerk/Typist position is no longer needed. The salary for the position of Zoning Technician will be $6,600. On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board approved the above request to upgrade the position of Clerk/Typist to Zoning Technician at a salary of $6,600 and approved for the position to be filled as soon as possible.
accounts allowed
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Hoskinson and carried unanimously, the Board approved travel for Mr. Evan Porter to attend the Annual Labor Relations meeting sponsored by NACO in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, May 19-20, 1977.
APPOINTMENTS
Commr. Burhans advised the Board that it had appointed Mr. Glyn Faircloth, Director of the Florida State Employment Service in Leesburg, to represent the public sector on the Manpower Planning Council. He suggested that, since Mr. Faircloth has retired, the Board appoint the new Director of the Employment Service, Mr. William McTier to represent the public sector on the Manpower Planning Board.
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board appointed Mr. William McTier to represent the public sector on the Manpower Planning Board.
bonds
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the request of Mr. Charles Slater to live in a mobile home on the same piece of property on which his conventional dwelling is being built, subject to the proper bonds being posted and with the understanding that the mobile home will be removed immediately upon the completion of the conventional dwelling or upon the request of the Board of County Commissioners.
There being no further business to be brought before the Board, the meeting adjourned at 4:50 P.M.
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C. A. “Lex” deems, chairman
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JAMES C. WATKINS, CLERK