A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
NOVEMBER 13, 1979
The Lake County Board of County Commissioners convened in Regular Session on Tuesday, November 13, 1979, at 9:00 A.M. in the Board of County Commissioners' Meeting Room, Courthouse, Tavares, Florida. Commissioners present were: Thomas J. Windram, Chairman; C. A. "Lex" Deems; Glenn Y. Middleton; James R. Carson, Jr.; and Glenn C. Burhans. Others present were James C. Watkins, Clerk; Christopher C. Ford, County Attorney; Pat Goetzen, Deputy Clerk; and Mary Grover.
The Invocation was given by Mr. Watkins, and the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Commr. Deems.
MINUTES
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Minutes of November 6, 1979, were approved as amended and corrected.
FAIRGROUNDS
Commr. Burhans stated he had received a request from Stan Bainter to build a horse arena at the Fairgrounds.
It was the feeling of the Board the discussion should be tabled until Mr. Ford, County Attorney, would be present.
MINUTES
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Special Meeting Minutes of September 25, 1979, were approved as corrected.
COMMUNICATIONS
Commr. Windram informed the Board Dr. Langley, EMS, requested the Board to sign a written statement to improve EMS in rural Lake County from the North Central Florida Health Planning Council, Inc., who is applying for a grant from the Farmers Home Administration, stating this project is beneficial to Lake County and does not duplicate current activities.
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, signature authorization was given for the Chairman to sign the written statement from the North Central Florida Health Planning Council, Inc., to fulfill a requirement on the application of the grant.
EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board upheld the recommendation of Dr. Langley, Emergency Medical Services Director, and approved the diagram of Medical Control to any disaster which occurs in Lake County.
EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES
Commr. Windram informed the Board Dr. Langley, Emergency Medical Services Director, requested the Board appoint an alternate to attend the REMSCO Meetings, due to a lack of quorum at the prior meetings. Mike Willett, Development & Public Works Director, was instructed to select an alternate from his department and present to the Board later in the afternoon.
BIDS
At this time Commr. Windram postponed the awarding of the Bids until Mr. Ford, County Attorney, would be present.
CONTRACTOR BONDS
On a motion by Commr. Middleton, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried, the Board approved the following Contractor Bonds:
1183-80 David L. Delancett (Mobile Home Contractor)
1238-80 Larue House Movers (House Moving)
1428-80 Robert Thomas Key (Electrical)
1762-80 Joseph R. Peltz d/b/a DeAnza Mid-Florida Lakes (Mobile Home)
1795-80 Charles J. Simanoski (Residential)
1825-80 William H. Hart, Jr. (General Contractor)
1830-80 Harold E. Smith (Electrical)
1831-80 David L. Gosnell (Carpentry)
1832-80 Kenneth Carnes (Dry Wall)
1833-80 Robert W. Behe d/b/a Behe & Umholtz (Electrical)
1834-80 Eugene R. Hogue d/b/a Gene Hogue Construction (General)
1836-80 Richard Walker d/b/a Walker Plumbing (Plumbing)
1837-80 Doug Scott d/b/a Scott's Painting & Cleaning (Painting & Cleaning)
Commr. Deems was not present for the vote.
On a motion by Commr. Middleton, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried, the Board approved the following Contractor Bonds Cancellations:
599-73 Boatwright Electric Co. (Electrical)
790 - Doyie, Iuc., (Carpentry)
924 - William F. Wolcott d/b/a Wolcott's Spray Texture Service
1359-75 Morris C. GulBrandson (Air-Conditioning)
1540-77 John W. Urmson, Jr.
1562-77 Robert French
383-78 Evans Air Conditioning & Heating
1548-78 John G. Dempsey
1686-78 John L. Gibbs Building, Inc.
1666-79 Ross Paul d/b/a Nu-Way Plumbing Co.
1743-79 Mitchell Fordon, d/b/a Gordon Construction Company
1727-80 Osbond V. Baggett (Residential)
1763-79 Elex R. Scroggins, d/b/a Amber Electric
Commr. Deems was not present for the vote.
COUNTY PROPERTY/INVENTORY - SURPLUS
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board approved for the following 11 items to be deleted from the County's Fixed Asset List.
PROP # ITEM REASON
410 (5) Shelf & Cab. Units Junked
753 2 Drawer Card File Transferred
755 2 Drawer Card File Transferred
1852 (4) Plastic Chairs Junked
2516 (4) White Chairs Junked
2686 Judges Chair Junked
3532 (2) Floral Arrangements Junked
4497 60 x 60 Screen Junked
4538 Secretary's Chair Junked
4738 Boling Chair Junked
4832 Turbidimeter Junked
ZONING
Mr. James F. Rumford, Yalaha, appeared before the Board to discuss his rezoning request, RR (Rural Residential) to R-1-15 (Residential Estates). It was pointed out Mr. Rumford's case would be heard later in the afternoon on the Zoning Agenda.
BIDS
Mr. Mike Willett, Development & Public Works Director, appeared before the Board to discuss the awarding of Project #1-80, C-25A & C-466A. The following bids were received:
Superior Asphalt Construction Company.....$192,410.25
Leecon, Inc....................................................$196,266.75
Square G. Construction.................................$202,825.23
Mr. Willett, Development & Public Works Director, recommended the Board accept the bid from Leecon, Inc., as Leecon's bid had an additional 228 tons of asphalt and 40 tapered ends included in the bid.
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board upheld the recommendation of the Public Works Department and awarded the bid to Leecon, Inc., in the amount of $196,266.75.
COMMUNICATIONS/SUITS AFFECTING THE COUNTY
Commr. Windram informed the Board he had received a letter from Mr. David Cauthen stating a suit will be filed against the County in regards to a motorcycle accident on SR 42 in Altoona. Commr. Windram mentioned that in 1977, when the accident occurred, SR 42 was under the jurisdiction of the State. It was not turned over to the County until May of 1979.
The Clerk was instructed to forward a copy of Mr. Cauthen's letter to Mr. Ford, County Attorney, and to the Insurance Carrier.
COMMUNICATIONS
Commr. Windram informed he had received a letter written from Sheriff Malcolm McCall to Mr. Ford, County Attorney, concerning the payment of rape examinations.
Mr. Ford stated the Lake County Sheriff's Department would be responsible for the cost of any such examination which it may conduct in any area of the County, and the cities would be responsible to assume the cost for the necessary examinations. Mr. Ford further stated he and Mr. Watkins, Clerk, felt the County should pay the toxicology charges until the Attorney General makes a ruling on that charge.
SIGNS
Discussion was held regarding the defective sign materials purchased through Dave Smith, a distributor.
Mr. Ford, County Attorney, stated he and Norma Showley sent a letter to Avery International, manufacturer of the signs, and the company sent two representatives to make a settlement on the defective signs. Mr. Ford further stated the County had bought $6,800.00 worth of materials.
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the settlement from Avery International for $3,500.00 worth of materials and a check for $5,000.00.
COMMUNICATIONS/MEETINGS
Mr. Ford, County Attorney, informed the Board he had attended the State Association of County Commissioners meeting held on November 6, 1979, in Bushnell, at the Sumter County Courthouse. Mr. Ford stated the main topic had been about House Bill 1046.
COMMUNICATIONS
Mr. Ford, County Attorney, stated the Attorney General was going to request to the Governor legislation limiting the access of private litigants to public records which are the work product of counsel employed by public agencies.
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board directed a letter be sent to the Governor supporting the legislation, with a copy going to Mr. Jim Smith, Attorney General.
ORDINANCE
At 10:00 A.M. the Chairman announced the advertised time had arrived for the Public Hearing regarding the consideration for adoption of an Ordinance amending the Subdivision Regulations of Lake County by adding a new zoning section "AR" (Agricultural Residential). It was noted that the proper proof of publication was on hand and had appeared in the October 16, and 23, 1979, edition of The Leesburg Commercial.
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the Ordinance was placed on the floor for its first and only reading.
At this time Commr. Carson read the title of the Ordinance as follows:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING REGULATIONS OF LAKE COUNTY, FLORIDA, ORDINANCE 1971-6, BY ADDING A NEW SECTION "AR" AGRICULTURAL RESIDENTIAL AS AN ADDITIONAL DISTRICT TO PROVIDE AN OUTDOOR FARM OR RURAL ATMOSPHERE IN WHICH TO RESIDE; PROVIDING FOR A SAVINGS CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board moved the adoption of said Ordinance, Number 1979-7, as read by title only, on its first and only reading.
BONDS - MOBILE HOME, CANCELLATION
On a motion by Commr. Middleton, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board cancelled the following Mobile Home Bond in that the temporary structure had been removed and conditions met: James Schwarz - Agreement dated October 2, 1978.
BONDS - MOBILE HOME
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the request of Mr. David A. Miksa, Groveland Area, District #2, to live in a mobile home on the same piece of property on which his conventional dwelling is being built, subject to the proper bond being posted and with the understanding the mobile home will be removed immediately upon the completion of the conventional dwelling or upon the request of the Board of County Commissioners.
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the request of Mr. Gerald Bryant, Eustis Area, District #4, to live in a mobile home on the same piece of property on which his conventional dwelling is being built, subject to the proper bond being posted and with the understanding the mobile home will be removed immediately upon the completion of the conventional dwelling or upon the request of the Board of County Commissioners.
ROADS, COUNTY - STATE
Discussion occurred regarding the reconstruction of the remainder of Limit Avenue and Pine Avenue in Mount Dora. Mr. Mike Willett, Development & Public Works Director, would like the Board to consider entering into an agreement with Leecon to rebuild and resurface the roads that are not being done by Mount Dora.
No action was taken at this time.
GRANTS/COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT
Mr. Jerry Sexton, Planning Department, appeared before the Board stating he had four (4) amendments to the Lake County Manual of Policies and Procedures. The amendments were as follows:
1. Amend the gross annual income for family income to reflect the July 30, 1979, Update by the Department of Housing & Urban Development and determining very low income and lower income families.
2. Adjustment to the sum total for rehabilitation materials on all structures under one property owner from $7,500.00 to $4,000.00.
3. Change requirement for lower income applicants to pay 25% of rehabilitation cost to 25% of rehabilitation of material cost.
4 . Delete Chapter 9 in Policy Manual pertaining to the employment of CETA workers for housing rehabilitation.
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the Board approved the changes recommended by Mr. Sexton as stated above.
GRANTS/COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, signature authorization was given for the Chairman to sign the General Rehabilitation Contract for: Artis Ethridge - Dona Vista - $3,520.00.
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, signature authorization was given for the Chairman to sign the General Rehabilitation Contract for: Fanny Gillard - Sorrento - $3,560.00.
ROADS, COUNTY - STATE
Discussion continued on the reconstruction of Pine Avenue and Limit Avenue in Mount Dora.
Mr. Willett, Development & Public Works Director informed the Board he had received the revised figures on the reconstruction of Pine Avenue and Limit Avenue. Mr. Willett stated the final estimate for Pine Avenue was $13,901.30 and the final estimate for Limit Avenue was $83,687.20.
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried, the Board approved the repaving of Limit Avenue, in the total amount of $83,687.20 and the repaving of Pine Avenue, to be paid by Revenue Sharing Funds, in the amount of $13,901.30.
Commr. Deems abstained from voting due to a conflict.
AGRICULTURE CENTER/PLANNING DEPARTMENT
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the Board authorized Mike Willett, Development & Public Works Director, to repair the weather room at the Agriculture Center, at a cost of $250.00 for labor plus two (2) sheets of plywood.
RECESS & REASSEMBLY
At 10:30 A.M. the Board recessed for ten (10) minutes. The Board reconvened at 10:40 A.M.
FIRE DISTRICTS/ORDINANCE - PERMISSION TO ADVERTISE
At this time discussion was held regarding a proposed Ordinance for the Paisley Fire District.
Mr. John Kelly, Paisley Volunteer Fire Department, was present to discuss the Ordinance with the Board.
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the Board approved the request to advertise the proposed amended Ordinance for the Paisley Fire District with the Public Hearing scheduled for December 11, 1979, at 9:15 A.M. The Board amended the legal description to read:
Sections 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36, of Township 17 South, Range 28 East and Sections 13, 14, 23, 24, 25, 26, 35, 36, of Township 17 South, Range 27 East and Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18 of Township 18 South, Range 28 East and Sections 1, 2, 11, 12, 13, 14 of Township 18 South, Range 27 East.
RECESS & REASSEMBLY
At 11:10 A.M. the Board recessed for five (5) minutes. The Board reconvened at 11:15 A.M.
TAX LEVY
At this time Mr. Dennis Horton, Chairman, Lake County Resort Tax Study Committee, appeared before the Board to discuss the Resort Tax and its affect on Lake County. Mr. Horton stated the purpose of the Resort Tax was to promote tourism by providing funds which could be used to bring people into the County. He further stated this Tax was only on short term accommodations, such as motels, hotels, campgrounds, etc. The law states short term accommodations as six (6) months or less. Discussion continued.
Mr. Horton stated should the Board place the Resort Tax on the ballot and should the voters approve of the Tax, the number one priority would be a contract with the Chambers of Commerce to let the cities promote tourist development.
The pros for the Tax under the Study were:
1. Source of funding for promotional materials of the County.
2. Increase tourism.
3. Stimulate the economy by bringing more money into the County and creating more jobs.
4. Source of funds for the individual Chambers of Commerce to promote Lake County in their area.
5. Better service for tourists.
6. State approving convention center.
7. Decrease or eliminate the needs of funds from the cities and the County to Chambers of Commerce.
The cons for the Tax under the Study were:
1. Increase tourism.
2. Decrease tourism by imposing the tax.
3. Increase of sales tax with the Resort Tax would be too much burden on tourists.
4. Burden on those collecting the Tax.
5. Possible overburdening of County services.
Mr. Horton stated the Committee recommended the Board to place this issue on the March ballot.
Mr. David Fennell, Eustis Chamber of Commerce, appeared before the Board to state that it was people moving into Lake County which causes problems not the tourists.
Mr. Phil Searles, Clermont Chamber of Commerce, Mr. John N. Sargent, President, Clermont-Minneola Chamber of Commerce, Mr. Robert Dunbar, Lake County Chamber of Commerce, Mr. Joe Murell, Leesburg Chamber of Commerce, and Ms. Pat Landsman, Tavares Chamber of Commerce appeared before the Board in favor of the Resort Tax.
No action was taken at this time.
COUNTY EMPLOYEE/PLANNING DEPARTMENT
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board approved an end of probation increase for Stephen Heal, Planning Department, to $13,300.00 per year.
CONTRACTS & AGREEMENTS/CETA
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, signature authorization was given for the Chairman to sign the Contract between CETA and the Epilepsy Association, contingent to the CETA grant funds being available.
COUNTY EMPLOYEE/PERSONNEL
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the Board accepted the resignation of Mr. Van Porter, Director of Personnel, to be effective November 25, 1979, and Mr. Ford, County Attorney, was directed to draw a Resolution of Appreciation.
RECESS & REASSEMBLY
At 12:20 P.M. the Board recessed for lunch at the Silver Lake Country Club, the public and press being invited on a Dutch treat basis. The Board reconvened at 2:00 P.M. for rezoning hearings.
PUBLIC HEARING 76-79-l RR to R-1-15 Lawrence Sellars
Mr. H. L. Pringle, attorney for the petitioner, was present to answer any questions the Board might have.
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board approved the rezoning to R-1-15.
PUBLIC HEARING CUP #675-2 CUP in A H. L. Pringle
No one present wished to discuss this request with the Board.
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the Board upheld the Planning Commission's recommendation and postponed this hearing until December 11, 1979, at 2:00 P.M. or as soon thereafter as possible.
PUBLIC HEARING CLASSIFICATION OF USES & PUBLIC HEARING
CUP #676-4 CUP in LM William Wood
Under discussion Mrs. Bertha Dunlap, Lakeshore Drive, and Mrs. Bakula, Mount Dora, and Mr. Les Wheeler, Mount Dora, appeared before the Board to discuss Mr. Wood's decision to withdraw his request.
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the Board accepted Mr. Wood's letter of withdrawal.
PUBLIC HEARING #124-79-5 A to RR P & Z Commission (Staff)
No one present wished to discuss this hearing with the Board.
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board upheld the Planning Commission's recommendation and denied the rezoning to RR.
PUBLIC HEARING #103-79-5 A to RR Kelly Wallace
No one present wished to discuss this hearing with the Board.
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board upheld the Planning Commission's recommendation and denied the rezoning to RR.
PUBLIC HEARING #96-79-4 RR to A P & Z Commission (Staff)
No one present wished to discuss this hearing with the Board.
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the Board upheld the Planning Commission's recommendation and postponed this hearing until December 11, 1979, at 2:00 P.M. or as soon thereafter as possible.
PUBLIC HEARING #111-79-1 R-1-7 to RR Cecil Thompson
Mrs. Betty Thompson was present to discuss this hearing with the Board.
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the Board upheld the Planning Commission's recommendation and denied the rezoning to RR.
PUBLIC HEARING CUP #678-1 CUP in RR Cecil Thompson
Mrs. Betty Thompson was present to discuss this hearing with the Board.
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board upheld the Planning Department's recommendation and denied the CUP in RR.
PUBLIC HEARING #113-79-1 R-1-7 to R-1-5 or RM Harry S. Stepanski
No one present wished to discuss this hearing with the Board.
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board upheld the Planning Commission's recommendation and approved the rezoning to RM.
PUBLIC HEARING #116-79-1 RR to R-1-15 J. N. Purdum
Mr. J. N. Purdum was present to discuss this hearing with the Board.
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried, the Board upheld the Planning Commission's recommendation and approved the rezoning to R-1-15.
At this time Mr. Pringle appeared before the Board to question Mr. Richard Newman, Civil Engineer, Leesburg, as to the effects of the rezoning to R-1-15 in the Silver Lake Area.
Commr. Windram voted "No".
PUBLIC HEARING #118-79-1 R-1-15 to RM John A. Donovan
Ms. Ella Giles, Tampa, appeared before the Board to object to the Planning Commission's recommendation of approval.
Mr. Dewey Burnsed, attorney representing the petitioner, was present to discuss this hearing with the Board.
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board upheld the Planning Commission's recommendation and approved the rezoning to RM.
PUBLIC HEARING CUP #679-2 CUP for an Electrical Power Substation Florida Power Corporation
No one present wished to discuss this hearing with the Board.
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the Board upheld the recommendation of the Planning Commission and approved a CUP for an electrical power substation.
PUBLIC HEARING #117-79-Z RR to R-1-15 James F. Rumford
Mr. James Rumford was present to discuss this hearing with the Board.
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the Board upheld the Planning Commission's recommendation and denied the rezoning to R-1-15.
PUBLIC HEARING #120-79-2 A to RR Thomas Techman
Mr. Dewey Burnsed, attorney for the petitioner, was present to discuss this hearing with the Board.
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried, the Board overturned the recommendation of the Planning Commission and approved the rezoning to RR.
Commr. Windram voted "No".
PUBLIC HEARING #114-79-3 A to CP Charles D. Lovett
No one present wished to discuss this hearing with the Board.
On a motion by Commr. Middleton, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board upheld the recommendation of the Planning Commission and approved the rezoning to CP.
PUBLIC HEARING #112-79-1 R-1-7 to RP J. W. Gagnon
No one present wished to discuss this hearing with the Board.
On a motion by Commr. Middleton, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board upheld the Planning Commission's recommendation and denied the rezoning to RP.
PUBLIC HEARING #121-79-5 RR to LM Henry F. Haas
No one present wished to discuss this hearing with the Board.
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried, the Board upheld the Planning Commission's recommendation and denied the rezoning to LM.
Commr. Burhans was not present for the vote.
PUBLIC HEARING #123-79-4 R-1-15 to RR Florida Central Academy
No one present wished to discuss this hearing with the Board.
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board upheld the Planning Commission's recommendation and postponed this hearing until December 11, 1979, at 2:00 P.M. or as soon thereafter as possible.
PUBLIC HEARING CUP #682-4 CUP in RR Florida Central Academy
No one present wished to discuss this hearing with the Board.
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the Board upheld the Planning Commission's recommendation and postponed this hearing until December 11, 1979, at 2:00 P.M. or as soon thereafter as possible.
PUBLIC HEARING CUP #681-4 CUP in A Bethel D. Bagwell
No one present wished to discuss this hearing with the Board.
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the Board upheld the Planning Commission's recommendation and approved the CUP in A for a sawmill.
PUBLIC HEARING CUP #680-4 CUP in A Stromberg-Carlson Corp.
No one present wished to discuss this hearing with the Board.
On a motion by Commr. Middleton, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board upheld the recommendation of the Planning Commission and denied the CUP in A for a radio tower.
PUBLIC HEARING #119-79-5 RR to R-1-15 Joe R. Busbee
No one present wished to discuss this hearing with the Board.
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board upheld the Planning Commission's recommendation and approved the rezoning to R-1-15.
PUBLIC HEARING #122-79-5 RR to RP Linda L. Clamp
No one present wished to discuss this hearing with the Board.
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board upheld the Planning Commission's recommendation and denied the rezoning to RP.
PUBLIC HEARING #115-79-5 R-1-7 to C-2 or CP James D. Houk
No one present wished to discuss this hearing with the Board.
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the Board upheld the recommendation of the Planning Commission and approved the rezoning to C-2.
PUBLIC HEARING CUP #680-4 CUP in A Stromberg-Carlson Corp.
At this time Mr. Peter Orr, Stromberg-Carlson Corp., appeared before the Board stating he had stepped out when his case had been read earlier and requested the Board to reconsider.
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the Board approved to reconsider the case. Discussion occurred.
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the Board upheld their earlier decision and the decision of the Planning Commission and denied the CUP in A for a radio tower.
PLATS
On a motion by Commr. Middleton, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board approved the Plat for Shirley Shores, 1st Addition, for recording.
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
The Board instructed Mr. Mike Willett, Development & Public Works Director, to review the surrounding area in regards to Dr. Techman's request for RR zoning.
EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES
The Board instructed a letter be written to Dr. Langley, Director of EMS, stating Mr. Mike Willett, Development & Public Works Director, as alternate for REMSCO meetings.
ZONING/COMMUNICATIONS
Commr. Windram informed the Board he had received a letter from Representative Dick J. Batchelor regarding zoning discrimination. A copy of the Memorandum is to be forwarded to Mr. Mike Willett, Development & Public Works Director.
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Middleton and carried unanimously, the Board approved for Mr. Ford, County Attorney, and Mr. Watkins, Clerk, to follow up on the above and attend meetings, with a letter to the delegation in Tallahassee.
COMMUNICATIONS
Commr. Windram informed the Board he had received a letter from the Florida Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services regarding a complaint against B. A. T. Construction Company. The letter was referred to the Board of Examiners.
COMMUNICATIONS
Commr. Windram stated he had received a letter from the President's Clearinghouse for Community Energy Efficiency requesting a list of the top three energy needs for Lake County. The letter was referred to Mr. Bob Lewis, Director of Emergency Services.
COMMUNICATIONS
Commr. Windram informed the Board he had received a letter from the State Courts Administrator stating the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of the State of Florida appointed a committee to provide assistance to and coordinate the development and implementation of citizen dispute settlement centers and other alternative dispute resolution mechanisms. The Citizen Dispute Settlement Guideline Manual was referred to Mr. Watkins, Clerk.
PERSONNEL/COUNTY EMPLOYEE
On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, upon the recommendation of Mr. Van Porter, Director of Personnel, the Board appointed Ms. Sherry Puckett as Acting Personnel Director, effective November 25, 1979.
TAX LEVY
Discussion was held regarding the Resort Tax. It was the feeling of the Board to discuss the Resort Tax next Tuesday, November 20, 1979.
FAIRGROUNDS
Discussion was held regarding the improvement signs for the Fairgrounds. It was the feeling of the Board that Mr. Ford, County Attorney, and Mr. Windram, Chairman, would meet with Mr. Stan Bainter regarding the improvement signs and confirm the results in writing.
FAIRGROUNDS
Mr. Ford, County Attorney, informed the Board the Lake County Chamber of Commerce was requesting their first month's payment towards the amount on the contract between the County and the Chamber and also requested a $1,000.00 petty cash fund. The Board authorized the Finance Department to pay the first payment for November.
COMMUNICATIONS
Commr. Carson informed the Board he had received a note from Mrs. Eloise Fisher, League of Women Voters, asking the Commissioners if they would like to take a patron listing or ad in the new Lake County Government Book, which is being reprinted.
SUITS AFFECTING THE COUNTY
On a motion by Commr. Middleton, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, signature authorization was given for the Chairman to sign a Stipulation Agreement regarding Sylvan Shores, Inc.
There being no further business to be brought to the attention of the Board, adjournment was at 5:22 P.M.
Thomas J. Windram, Chairman
James C. Watkins, Clerk