A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

FEBRUARY 21, 1978

The Lake County Board of County Commissioners met in regular session on Tuesday, February 21, 1978, at 9:00 a.m. in the Board of County Commissioners Meeting Room, Courthouse, Tavares, Florida. Present were: James R. Carson, Jr., Chairman; Thomas J. Windram; C.A. “Lex” Deems; and Glenn C. Burhans. Others present were: James C. Watkins, Clerk; Christopher C. Ford, County Attorney; and Andrea Gambrell, Deputy Clerk. J.M. Hoskinson was late arriving for the meeting.

The Invocation was given by James C. Watkins, Clerk, and the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Glenn C. Burhans.

ROADS – EASEMENTS

Commr. Burhans brought to the attention of the Board a problem which existed in Lake Murphy Estates. When the Board approved the aforementioned plat, it was subject to the developer placing one common driveway off State Road 439 into every two lots in the subdivision. Apparently, Sumter Electric Cooperative has placed a utility pole within one of these common driveways which restricts the use of the driveway by the property owners. It was stated that Sumter Electric has two easements, but it is hard to determine if they are within the easement boundaries without a survey. It was suggested that Lake County Board of County Commissioners write a letter to Sumter Electric explaining the layout of the driveways and requesting it not to locate the utility poles in the platted driveways and request that they reset the pole in question.

On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously by those present, the Board requested the Clerk to write the above-mentioned letter to Mr. Nichols of Sumter Electric.

FAIRGROUNDS

Commr. Burhans brought to the attention of the Board that the ditches near the Lake County Fairgrounds needed to be cleaned out. He stated that the County usually cleaned these ditches every year.

On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously by those present, the Board authorized the Public Works Department to use either the Prison Crew or the CETA Crew to clean out the ditches at the Lake County Fairgrounds.

COUNTY EMPLOYEES

Commr. Deems brought to the Board the matter involving the position of Administrative Assistant in the Planning Department. He stated that Kathy McDonald has indicated that she will accept this position at her present salary. However, Commr. Deems stated that the Board needed to approve the employment of a Secretary to the Planning Director.

On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously by those present, the Board approved the employment of a Secretary to the Director of Planning at a salary of $7200.

OUTDOOR RECREATIONAL FACILITIES

Commr. Deems stated that last week he had presented to the Board a problem regarding the condition of sheds at the Platlakaha River and 19 located North of Groveland. He stated that he had spoke with Carlton Downing, City Manager of Groveland, and that Groveland would like the sheds removed and the boat ramp left for the use of the public.

On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously by those present, the Board instructed the Public Works Department to remove the sheds at the above-mentioned location but that the public dock is to remain for use by the public.

ACCOUNTS – DENIED

Commr. Burhans brought to the attention of the Board that in the vouchers before him for payment approval he has received a bill from the Lake County Chamber of Commerce for a piano. He stated that he did not feel that the County should purchase this item and requested that this bill not be paid until he had an opportunity to speak with Mr. Dunbar about the matter.

COMMISSIONERS

At 9:20 a.m. Commr. Hoskinson arrived for the Board of County Commissioners meeting.

COUNTY PROPERTY

Commr. Carson informed the Board that he had received a telephone call from Southern Fruit Distributors expressing an interest in the purchase of an abandoned clay pit on Cherry Lake Road which they would like to use as a loading ramp.

The Board requested that this be referred to Mr. Andrew for his attention, review, and recommendation to the Board.

BONDS

On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board approved the following contractor bonds:

0844-78 M.B. Moore dba Seminole Steel Buildings, Inc.

1620-78 Barbara Hayes dba Hayes Aluminum

1621-78 Douglas E. Brown (Specialty Contractor)

HOSPITALS

On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board approved the admission of Barbara D. Anderson to the A.G. Holley State Hospital.

INDIGENTS

On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board approved the addition of Charles S. Pruett, Sr. for Henry Monk in District 1 in the amount of $55.00.

ACCOUNTS ALLOWED

On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board approved payment of the following vouchers:

General Revenue 1374-1516

MVI 78-86

Fine and Forfeiture 197-210

CTT 326-376

Fish Conservation Fund 9-10

Section 8 94-115

EDA Grant 2

Northeast Lake County Hospital District 4-A

Northeast Hospital Ambulance District 6

Road and Bridge 2

HOSPITALS/CONTRACTS AND AGREEMENTS

Commr. Windram reported to the Board that he, Mr. Ford, and representatives from the Hospital Board had met regarding the problem of caring for O.B. Indigent patients from the Northwest Lake County Hospital District.

Commr. Windram stated that it was suggested that $400,000 of the funds under litigation be held in Certificates of Deposit until all source of appeals were exhausted.

Commr. Windram also informed the Board that there are only two practicing O.B. Doctors willing to make deliveries at the hospital for indigent patients and if something is not done to resolve the problem, these two physicians will not be willing to perform this service. He stated that these doctors were willing to deliver babies on a contractual basis of $500 for each delivery. Commr. Windram stated that it was his understanding that it was anticipated that $100 will go to the doctor and the other $400 will go to Waterman Memorial Hospital.

Discussion was held. It was the opinion of the Board that some criteria be established to determine indigent patients eligible to have their medical costs paid for by the County involving the birth of their child. The Board felt that all indigent patients should be approved by Aubrey Hayes, Lake County Welfare Director, before the bill is paid.

On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board approved to enter into a contract with the two tax supported hospitals (Waterman Memorial Hospital and South Lake Community Hospital) for the delivery of Indigent O.B. patients from within the County and out of the former Northwest Lake County Hospital District. It is anticipated that the delivery of an infant will cost $500 of which $100 will go to the physician and $400 will go to the hospital subject to those patients being declared indigent by Aubrey Hayes, Lake County Welfare Director. This is to become effective February 1, 1978 and the funds for these payments are to be taken from In-Patient Hospital Budget.

Commr. Carson voted “no.”

ACCOUNTS ALLOWED

Commr. Deems brought to the attention of the Board that last week the Board had approved the purchase of 500 feet of 18-inch culvert pipe and 22- 18 inch bands at a cost of $2,007.50. However, between the time it was brought to the Board for approval and the actual ordering of the material, the price had risen to $2,370.50 and would like approval to purchase this material at the higher price which is the best price that can be found for this material.

On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried, the Board approved the purchase of the above-mentioned material at a cost of $2,370.50. Commr. Hoskinson was absent for the vote.

COMMUNICATIONS

Commr. Carson presented to the Board a letter from Barbara Cone of the Department of Health and Rehabilitative Services to Mr. Gene Dixon, Maintenance Engineer, commending him on the honesty of his cleaning crew who had found her wallet in the Courthouse and had telephoned her informing Mrs. Cone that the wallet was found and would place it in her desk for safe keeping until she arrived for work the next day.

COUNTY MATERIALS

Commr. Carson presented to the Board a request from the Sunrise Workshop for the County to assist in the scraping of the driveway leading to the Sunrise Workshop from the edge of the right-of-way to and including around the building.

On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Board authorized the Public Works Department to clay and scrape the driveway of the Sunrise Workshop from the edge of the right-of-way to and including around the building at a cost of $209. It was the request of the Board that this work be done at no cost to the Sunrise Workshop.

COUNTY EMPLOYEES/CONTRACTS AND AGREEMENTS

Mr. Ford presented to the Board the Employment Contract of Ted Wicks. This contract states that the County pay a portion of his expenses at Florida Technological University while furthering his education in pollution and environmental control and will work for the County for at least two years after his graduation.

On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Hoskinson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the Contract as presented by the County Attorney and authorized the Chairman to sign same.

RESOLUTIONS/ROADS-SUBDIVISION

Mr. Ford presented to the Board for its approval the resolution authorizing the issuance of Special Assessment Improvement Bonds to finance the cost of paving North Crest Circle. On a motion by Commr. Hoskinson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board adopted the resolution as presented by the County Attorney.

APPROPRIATIONS/CETA BUDGET

At 10:00 a.m. the Chairman announced that the advertised time had arrived for the Board to hold its public hearing on the various CETA budgets. The Clerk stated that proof of publication had been received.

Mr. Porter, Director of Personnel, and Harry Spooner, CETA Coordinator, appeared before the Board and stated that this Public Hearing was necessary due to receipt of more money than had been anticipated.

The Chairman asked if there was anyone in the audience who would like to comment on the Budgets under consideration. The Chairman received no response to this question.

On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board approved the Supplemental Budget for CETA Title I for the year ending September 30, 1978.

On a motion by Commr. Hoskinson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board approved the Supplemental Budget for CETA Title I, Section 112 for the year ending September 30, 1978. This approval is only for those funds for which the County is responsible.

On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Board approved the Supplemental Budget for CETA-Title 2 for the year ending September 30, 1978.

On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Board approved the Supplemental Budget for CETA-Title 3, YEPT for the year ending September 30, 1978.

On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Board approved the Supplemental Budget for CETA-Title 6 for the year ending September 30, 1978.

On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Board approved the Supplemental Budget for CETA-Title 6 Projects for the year ending September 30, 1978.

APPROPRIATIONS/CETA – LAKE COUNTY PROPERTY APPRAISER

At this time, Mr. Spooner brought to the attention of the Board that the Lake County Property Appraiser would like the approval of a CETA Project for his office. These workers, if the project is approved, will assist the Property Appraiser in the transfer of certain information from property record cards to data sheets that will be used in the computer system which the State has mandated for all property appraisers in the State of Florida.

Mr. Havill was present and stated that eight positions would be needed when the time comes to transfer the information from the sheets to computer cards.

Mr. Havill was asked if he was aware that the funds under which his project would fall had funding only for seven months and that at the end of the period, the project may have to be cancelled. Mr. Havill stated that he was aware of this, and any help would be appreciated, even if it is only for seven months.

At this time, Mr. Havill stated that he had room within his offices to house these workers if the County would provide him with space to store old records which he is required by law to save.

On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board approved the CETA Project for the Property Appraiser’s Office as requested with the understanding that the program will end when the funds for this project expire or are not extended more funds by the Federal Government.

The Board stated that it would have to discuss where the Property Appraiser could store his files and would contact him when a decision was made.

ROADS – EASEMENTS/ROADS – COUNTY

Mr. Richey appeared before the Board regarding the drainage problem on Spring Lake Road and Spring Lake Boulevard which is affecting his client, Mr. Hampton.

Mr. Richey stated that his client was willing to participate in half of the cost involved to repair the drainage problem. Discussion was held.

Mr. Andrew informed the Board that he had a preliminary estimate drawn on December 13, 1977 regarding the cost to do this work. The Board stated that in its opinion due to the increase of materials, the price drawn on December 13, 1977 was unrealistic; however, this figure had been quoted and the County did not feel it could alter the amount at this time.

On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried, the Board approved that Mr. Hampton be responsible for one half the cost of the repairs in the amount of $7,539.00, of which his share will be $3,769.50, which is based on the preliminary estimate drawn by the County Engineer on December 13, 1977, subject to the necessary easement being obtained on Spring Lake Road and Spring Lake Boulevard. Commr. Hoskinson was absent for the vote.

BIDS/ROADS – COUNTY

Mr. Andrew appeared before the Board with a Bid Tabulation Sheet on the work to be done on C-439, C-450, and C-565.

On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board awarded the bids for the above projects as follows:

ROADS TYPE OF WORK COMPANY COST

C-439 Paving Leecon Inc. $7,478.05

C-439 Shoulder Work Leecon Inc. $3,848.18

C-450 Paving Leecon Inc. $8,147.95

C-450 Shoulder Work Leecon Inc. $6,239.20

C-565 Paving Macasphalt $183,944.29

C-565 Shoulder Work Leecon Inc. $25,784.40

These represent the lowest and best bid received for the above-mentioned work.

LANDFILLS/ROADS – COUNTY

Commr. Hoskinson brought to the attention of the Board that there was a good deal of trash on SR 561 near the Astatula Landfill. He requested that the Board approve for the Public Works Department to clean up the trash along this road. On a motion by Commr. Hoskinson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board directed the Public Works Department to clean up the debris along this road when a crew is available.

BIDS/AUTOS AND TRUCKS

Mr. Knuckles appeared before the Board with a bid tabulation sheet of the bids received for the purchase of nine pick up trucks.

Mr. Knuckles stated that of all the bids received, the lowest bid was received from Cecil Clark Chevrolet at a total cost of $37,097.87, which included the trade in of 12 vehicles. At this time, Mr. Knuckles stated that it was suggested that power steering and air conditioning be included in two pick up trucks and that with this additional equipment, Cecil Clark stated that the additional equipment would cost $290 which was the lowest received from those dealers which bid on the above items.

On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Hoskinson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the purchase of nine pick up trucks from Cecil Clark Chevrolet at a cost of $37,097.87 with the additional cost of $290 for power steering and air conditioning in two trucks. This bid represented the best and lowest received by Lake County for these vehicles.

BIDS/MACHINERY AND EQUIPMENT

Mr. Knuckles appeared before the Board and requested approval to advertise for bids for the purchase of two tractors and a 15-foot bat wing rotary mower. On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board approved the advertisement of the above-mentioned equipment at a time and date to be determined by the Clerk.

ANIMALS/ACCOUNTS ALLOWED

Commr. Burhans brought to the attention of the Board that the crew at the Lake County Fairgrounds had almost completed their construction and that they could begin working on the pen at the Animal Shelter for the housing of large animals and that the materials for this work was more than had been allotted. Commr. Burhans requested that the Board increase the cost to $2,500. On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board approved to increase the cost for the construction of the pen to house large animals at the animal shelter to $2,500.

LAKE COUNTY PROPERTY APPRAISER

On a motion by Commr. Windram seconded by Commr. Hoskinson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the Certificates of Error and Corrections 5-19776 – 5-19787 as presented by the Property Appraiser.

SURPLUS PROPERTY/CIVIL DEFENSE

Commr. Hoskinson brought to the attention of the Board that the laws governing the Surplus Property Program involving vehicles had changed and now allow a municipality or volunteer fire department to hold title to the piece of surplus property which it is using. Commr. Hoskinson recommended that the County authorize the Lake County Disaster Preparedness Coordinator to transfer to any municipality and/or volunteer fire department the titles to the vehicles which they have obtained through the Surplus Property Program.

ROADS – SUBDIVISION

Mr. Andrew, County Engineer, appeared before the Board regarding the request for the Board to grant a variance allowing Mr. Ludecke to construct a road, to County standards, in a 40-foot right-of-way in Lenora Park located in Leesburg. Discussion was held. Upon reviewing a map of the area, the Board requested Mr. Andrew to return and ask Mr. Ludecke to obtain an additional 10 feet from the property in front of which the road is to be built.

APPOINTMENTS

On a motion by Commr. Hoskinson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board reappointed Mr. Van De Meer as a member of the Planning and Zoning Commission for another term. This term will expire February 28, 1979.

FUNDS – TRANSFER

On a motion by Commr. Hoskinson, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Board approved the following transfers as presented by the Clerk:

GENERAL REVENUE FUND

Disaster Preparedness – Transfer $115.20 from Contingency to #3991102 “Salaries”

Pollution Control – Transfer $500 from #6505205 “Office Supplies and Expenses” to #6305204 “Supplies not Otherwise Specified”

RECESS AND REASSEMBLY

At 12:00 Noon the Chairman announced that the Board would adjourn for lunch at the Park Restaurant. The Public and Press were invited on a dutch-treat basis. The Chairman stated that the Board would reconvene at 2:00 p.m.

PLANNING AND ZONING

REZONING CASE #120-77-4 – RICHARD SCHIEBEL

Mr. Willett stated that the applicant had withdrawn his request.

On a motion by Commr. Hoskinson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board approved the withdrawal of this case by the applicant.

REZONING 94-77-1 - RR TO R-1-7 – VINCE FECHTEL AND THEODORE ERCK

Mr. Willett informed the Board that Mr. Fechtel had called and stated that he was having car problems and requested that no action be taken on this case until he arrived. The Chairman postponed this matter until Mr. Fechtel arrived.

REZONING 124-77-4 – A TO CP - CARL FRANKITO

No one appeared before the Board regarding this case. On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board upheld the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Board and approved the rezoning to CP.

REZONING 9-78-4 – R-1-7 TO A OR RR – DAVID WEIS

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

REZONING 6-78-4 – RR TO R-1-10 – CHESTER HUNNICUTT

Mr. P.J. Pettyjohn, member of the Planning and Zoning Commission, appeared before the Board in opposition to this rezoning. He stated that he would like it returned to the Planning and Zoning Commission for further consideration because more information had come to light of which the Planning and Zoning Commission was not aware.

Mr. John West, resident of the area, appeared before the Board and stated that he had to purchase additional land before the County would issue him a building permit.

Mr. Casey Jones appeared before the Board in opposition to this rezoning. He stated that 48 of the 52 residents in the area signed a petition opposing this rezoning.

Sally Dove appeared before the Board and stated that she has a contract to purchase a portion of the property in question with the intentions of keeping it in its natural state as a private park.

Discussion was held. On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission was upheld and the rezoning was denied.

REZONING 94-77-1 – RR TO R-1-7 – VINCE FECHTEL AND THEODORE ERCK

Mr. Willett, Director of Planning, gave a brief history of this rezoning and briefed those present on the characteristics of the area.

Mr. Steven Richey, Attorney, appeared before the Board and stated that he represented residents in the area who are opposed to this rezoning. Mr. Richey stated that, in his opinion, it would be more desirable for the County to rezone portions of the property RE rather than R-1-15 on the bottom 30 acres of the property.

Mr. Robert Tuller, resident of Lake County, stated that this did not conform to the Land Use Element of the Comprehensive Plan and that this area should be preserved and not be highly developed.

Mr. Fechtel appeared before the Board and wanted to state, in public, that neither he nor Mr. Erck intentionally ignored notifying property owners the last time this case was brought before the Board for rezoning. He said that when he found out that some property owners had not been notified, he requested that the case be reheard to give everyone an opportunity to voice their complaints and objections.

Mr. Hyghsong, resident on Tomato Hill Road, appeared before the Board and stated that if a buffer zone between Tomato Hill Road and the major part of the property being developed was created, he would have no objections to Mr. Fechtel developing the rest of the property.

Mr. Fechtel stated that he had not discussed with Mr. Erck the establishment of a buffer zone along Tomato Hill Road and would like an opportunity to confer with him on this suggestion.

Mr. Hygsong pointed out on the map where the buffer zone was desired and that if an R-1-7 zone was requested, it be even with that R-1-7 zoning which is located on 441 on the west side of Tomato Hill Road.

Mr. Erck stated that if the Board was going to consider rezoning part of the property RE, then he would rather have the property left as an RR Zoning.

Discussion was held. On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Board approved rezoning from RR to R-1-7 on the top 39.18 acres and R-1-15 on the bottom 30 acres plus or minus, and RE starting at section line of Section 29, going 150 ft. deep from centerline of road.

CUP 588-1 CUP FOR A PUD – VINCE FECHTEL & THEODORE ERCK

Mr. Willett, Director of Planning, stated that there may be a problem with density in certain areas of the property. Mr. Ford discussed this with those present and Mr. Fechtel. He stated that there may be a problem in developing a piece of property of R-1-7 density in an R-1-15 zone.

The Board of County Commissioners suggested that item #9 in the CUP be changed and that the first two sentences remain and the rest of #9 be removed from the wordage of the CUP. The other change was that item #11 reflect that the site plan had to be presented and approved by the Board of County Commissioners.

On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board approved the CUP as amended.

REZONING CASE 3-78-4 – R-1-7 TO LM – STUTZ INC.

Betty Revelo appeared before the Board, representing the residents in Lake Saunders Manor, and presented to the Board a petition opposing this rezoning.

The Board stated that the Planning and Zoning Department had postponed this case until next month, and the County has always honored a postponement. On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board postponed this case until March 21, 1978 at 2:00 p.m. or as soon thereafter as possible.

The Chairman handed the petition submitted by Mrs. Revelo to Michael Willett for his records.

CUP 605-5 – CUP IN RP FOR A CHURCH – REV. FRANKLIN STEPHENS

No one appeared before the Board regarding this case. 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 CUP was approved.

CUP 605-5 CUP IN R-1-7 – PINE MEADOWS GOLF CLUB – ROY WALKER

REZONING CASE 11-78-5 – R-1-7 TO C-1 – RUBY SAPP

Mrs. Sapp appeared before the Board regarding this case. She stated that in her opinion the request should not be denied.

On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Hoskinson and carried unanimously, the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Board was upheld and the rezoning was denied.

REZONING CASE #2-78-1 – R-1-7 TO RM – OTIS COLE

No one appeared before the Board regarding this case. On a motion by Commr. Hoskinson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Board was upheld and the rezoning was denied.

REZONING CASE #8-78-1 – RR TO R-1-15 – JAMES SHUMAKER

No one appeared before the Board regarding this case. On a motion by Commr. Deems, 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 CASE 10-78-1 – RR TO RE – CLARON WAGNER

No one appeared before the Board regarding this case. On a motion by Commr. Hoskinson, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Board was upheld and the rezoning to RE was approved.

REZONING CASE 5-78-2 – RMRP TO R-1-5 – DEAN RUSS

REZONING CASE 4-78-1 – RR TO A – WESLEY STEVENS

REZONING CASE 1-78-1 – RR TO A – KENNETH MODERZINSKY

REZONING CASE 7-78-1 – RR TO A – WAYNE INGLE

No one appeared before the Board regarding this case. On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Hoskinson and carried unanimously, the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Board was upheld and the rezoning to A was approved.

COUNTY POLICY

Mr. Ford, County Attorney, briefly discussed with the Board the establishment of a policy whereby when the Planning and Zoning Commission postpones a case, the policy of the Board of County Commissioners will be to honor the recommendation from the Planning and Zoning Commission and automatically postpone the case under consideration for the amount of time recommended by Planning and Zoning.

On a motion by Commr. Hoskinson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board adopted the above stated policy as suggested by the County Attorney and requested that Mr. Willett make sure that the public present at the Planning and Zoning Hearings are made aware of this policy.

ROADS/COUNTY-GRANTS

On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Hoskinson and carried unanimously, the Board adopted a resolution extending Superior Asphalt Company, Incorporated’s contract of November 8, 1978, under the EDA Grant Number 04-5120995, with the Board of County Commissioners of Lake County, Florida, to include road and drainage improvements in the community of South East Umatilla under the Community Development Block Grant: B-77-DN-12-0045.

ACCOUNTS REFUSED

Commr. Burhans brought to the attention of the Board the purchase of a piano by Mr. Dunbar, Executive of the Lake County Chamber of Commerce, which is being requested be paid for by the County. The Board stated that it did not feel it was the County’s responsibility to purchase this item and requested Commr. Burhans to speak with Mr. Dunbar about the matter.

There being no further business to be brought before the Board, the meeting adjourned at 5:22 p.m.

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James R. Carson, Jr., Chairman

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James C. Watkins, Clerk