A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

OCTOBER 20, 1981

The Lake County Board of County Commissioners met in Regular Session on Tuesday, October 20, 1981, at 9:00 A.M. in the Board of County Commissioners' Meeting Room, Courthouse, Tavares, Florida. Commissioners present were: Glenn C. Burhans, Chairman; Thomas J. Windram; Claude Smoak; and James R. Carson, Jr.. Others present were: James C. Watkins, Clerk; Christopher C. Ford, County Attorney; and Cathy Roy, Secretary.

The Invocation was given by Mr. Watkins and the Pledge of

Allegiance was led by Mr. Watkins.

MINUTES

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried unanimously, the minutes of the Regular Meeting of October 6, 1981, were approved as amended.

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the minutes of the Regular Meeting of October 13, 1981, were approved as amended.

BONDS - CONTRACTOR

On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried unanimously, the Board approved the following Contractor Bonds and Cancellations:

NEW

86-82 Ramey's Dry Wall

1344-82 W. Lee Humphrey (General)

1420-82 Paul C. Thomas (Building)

1427-82 Henry L. Ennen (Electrical)

1457-82 James M. Bowen (Residential)

1507-82 G. Donald Watson & Georgia Watson DBA East Coast

Construction (General)

1737-82 Reid T. Thomas (Heating & Air Conditioning)

1826-82 Phillip Scott (Dry Wall)

1938-82 John E. Badley (Building, Class C)

2015-82 Larry K. Heil (Aluminum Erection)

CANCELLATIONS

1808-81 Robert Bruce Bartlett (Roofer-Aluminum Contractor)

935-81 Vaughn R. Snell (Contractor)

1168-81 George A. Porzig DBA Al Porzig Plumbing

ROADS-COUNTY, STATE

Chief Robert Spears, Eustis Police Department, addressed the Board concerning a traffic problem on East Crooked Lake Drive. Chief Spears requested the Board consider widening more of this road. Commr . Windram stated that right-of-way could not be obtained from property owners for the portion in question.

Commr. Windram stated that a problem of a palm tree obstructing the view of oncoming traffic on a corner of this road had been brought to his attention: however, the County did not own the right of way on this property and that the Public Works Department had been advised of this problem and were working on a solution with the property owner.

Mildred Warrington of the Lake County Safety Council addressed the Board and asked that they consider lowering the speed limit on this road. Commr . Windram stated it was his understanding that the City had control of the speed limit on this road as it had been annexed by the City of Eustis with the County retaining maintenance on the road.

Chris Ford, County Attorney, was directed to research this matter and report back to the Board as to the responsibility of lowering the speed limit on roads within Lake County which had been annexed by area cities with Lake County maintaining said roads. Chief Spears agreed to supply to the Board a list of roads which the City felt the speed limit should be changed.

Mildred Warrington addressed the Board concerning the safety hazard caused by sprinklers spraying passing vehicles on East Crooked Lake Drive. No action was taken on this matter but it was agreed that the Board would work with the Safety Council and Chief Spears concerning the problems on this road.

PROPERTY APPRAISER/TAX COLLECTOR

Commr . Burhans read a letter to the Board from the Department of Revenue addressed to Ed Havill, Property Appraiser, advising that the Lake County 1981 Assessment Roll had been approved. Mr. Havill addressed the Board and advised that the Department of Revenue was requesting that the Board postpone the meetings of the Property Appraisal Adjustment Board until after the tax bills have been mailed.

Mr. Havill stated that if the Board proceeded in this manner he would meet with the finance officers of the local taxing bodies to make the final adjustments under TRIM in order to advise him of the final millage to apply to the final tax roll.

Mr. Havill suggested that rather than sending out new tax notices because of the increase in assessment that was made by his office in order to get the tax roll approved, that the Board.10-20-81 approve a notice be included in the tax bills informing the public to notify the Property Appraiser's Office if there were questions on their assessment and inform them of their eligibility to file a petition with the Lake County Property Appraisal Adjustment Board. Mr. Havill suggested that the County Attorney approve the notice prior to mailing.

Mr. Havill informed the Board that the increased assessments affected single family homes, mobile home, condominiums and co- ps by approximately 1% by increasing the tax base by that amount. He stated that the overall tax roll was increased by just over 2%.

Commr . Smoak suggested that it be included in the notice sent with the tax bills that the change in assessments was necessary in order to comply with the Department of Revenue in order for them to the approve the tax roll. Commr . Smoak also requested that it be included in the notice that citizens with questions concerning their assessments should contact the Property Appraisers' Office for review of the assessments.

Chris Ford, County Attorney, was asked to address the legal ramifications of proceeding in the above manner. Mr. Ford stated that there might well be legal ramifications; however, after considering the costs to the taxpayers of starting over to accomplish that end that the shortened version is a more feasible approach. Mr. Ford stated that he felt Lake County could be subject to a law suit proceeding in this manner and that he would not be able to predict the outcome of such a law suit.

Mr. Ford stated that he would talk with the attorney at the Department of Revenue concerning Lake County proceeding in the manner presented by Mr. Havill.

T. Keith Hall, Tax Collector, addressed the Board and expressed a concern on the postage costs of the additional notice in the tax bills. Mr. Hall recommended that the Board proceed before the completion of the Property Appraisal Adjustment Board meetings, whether this meant postponing it or starting the meetings and continue them until after mailing of the tax bills.

The Chairman announced that this item would be postponed until 1:30 P.M. in order that the County Attorney could speak with the attorney for the Department of Revenue.

COUNTY EMPLOYEES/COUNTY POLICY

Mr. Dan Gordon addressed the Board representing United Way. Mr. Gordon introduced Mrs. Eva Knowles of the United Way and stated that three agencies who receive United Way Funds were also present in the audience. Mr. Gordon thanked the Board for the Proclamation declaring October, 1981 as County Wide United Way Month. Mr. Gordon then asked that the Board reconsider their earlier request of voluntary payroll deduction plan for County employees. Mr. Gordon referred to a letter received by the Board earlier in the week listing important points concerning the voluntary deduction plan.

The Board questioned James C. Watkins, Clerk, as to the feasibility of the payroll deduction plan being put on the computer payroll program. Mr. Watkins informed the Board that it was possible to implement the payroll deduction plan should the Board approve such plan.

Mr. Gordon was advised, however, should only a small number of employees sign up for the payroll deduction plan causing a hardship for the Finance Department, that the plan would be reviewed again by the Commission.

Commr . Smoak requested that the County employees be made aware that the plan was completely voluntary and that it is not a mandatory program.

James C. Watkins suggested that on the bottom of the notices sent to employees each year that a box be added with an explanation that voluntary payroll deduction is available and for the employee to see his/her supervisor if interested in the payroll deduction plan.

Mrs. Knowles advised the Board that the City of Leesburg had the voluntary payroll deduction plan and that she would be happy to work with Lake County in the implementation of a plan.

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved for the Clerk to work with United Way and the Finance Department in the implementation of a voluntary payroll deduction plan and to report back to the Board in three months to review the plan implemented to determine whether or not the participation in the plan justified the administrative costs associated with the plan. Included in the motion was the stipulation that all solicitation by United Way to County employees be cleared through the Clerk's Office prior to mailing.

At this time the Chairman presented to Mr. Gordon the Proclamation declaring October, 1981, as County Wide United Way Month.

CETA/APPOINTMENTS

Mr. James Flowers, Ceta Director, addressed the Board to discuss the newly formed Lake County Prime Sponsor Planning Council. Mr. Flowers referred to a memorandum dated October 15, 1981, to the Board, listing individuals to serve as representatives for the fifteen (15) groups of the Council.

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the following appointments to the Lake County Prime Sponsor Planning Council:

1 . Lake County Board of County Commissioners - Commissioner Windram.



2 . Community Based Organizations - Lake Community Action Agency -James Lowe - Director.



3 . State Employment Service - FSES - Barbara Manning.

4 . Veterans Organizations - Veteran's Service Office - Arthur Ragland.



5 . Handicapped Individuals - Sunrise Workshop - William Hanks.



6 . Public Assistance Agencies - Francesca Knowles - HRS.

7 . Other Education and Training Agencies & Insitutions -Lake Sumter Community College - Dean William C. Bangert.



8 . Business - Richard Waters, President Lake County Chamber of Commerce.



9 . Employees not Represented by Organized Labor - Jack Rogers -City of Leesburg Employee.

Mr. Flowers informed the Board that the positions presently vacant would be filled and submitted for approval as soon as possible.

Mr. Flowers informed the Board that it was the recommendation of the Planning Council and the CETA Staff to designate Barbara Manning of the Florida State Employment Service as Chairperson of the Council.

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the designation of Barbara Manning as Chairperson of the Council.

On the recommendation of Mr. Flowers and Commr. Windram as respresentive from the Board, Commr. Smoak moved, Commr. Carson seconded and it was unanimously carried to approve the increase in the size and composition of the Lake County Prime Sponsor Planning Council.

ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/CETA

On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved a travel request for one CETA Management Staff member to attend the Florida Training Institute Board of Directors Meeting and Workshop November 3 & 4, 1981. The charges incurred would be paid on reimbursement basis with CETA Funds.

INSURANCE/CETA

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Board approved renewal of the insurance policy for on-site medical and accident insurance on all CETA Classroom Training Participants at a cost of $15.00 per participant with the cost to be paid from CETA Funds.

CONTRACTS/CETA

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Board authorized the Chairman to sign the contract between Lake County CETA and Lake/Sumter Community College.

PURCHASING/AG CENTER/ACCOUNTS ALLOWED

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Board approved the purchase of one IBM Correcting Selectrict Typewriter, dual pitch, for the Ag Center on State Contract at a cost of $931.50.

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Board approved to purchase one secretarial desk and two secretarial chairs for the Ag Center at a cost not to exceed the budgeted amount of $500.00.

PURCHASING/CONTRACTS/ACCOUNTS ALLOWED

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Board approved a twenty-four month contract for Maintenance and Custodial uniform service at a yearly cost of $3,879.00 to Mid State Uniform (low bidder).

CONTRACTS/RESOLUTIONS

Mr. Jeff Ray, Attorney representing Scripps/Howard, addressed the Board concerning the purchase of Leesburg Cablevision by Scripps/Howard. Mr. Ray informed the Board that all of the area cities with the exception of Leesburg, who would address the sale later in the month, had approved the sale of Leesburg Cablevision to Scripps/Howard.

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board authorized the Clerk and Chairman to sign the Resolution approving the transfer of the contract with Leesburg Cablevision to Scripps/Howard.

PUBLIC WORKS

Mr. Jeff Ray addressed the Board concerning a previously approved request that the County furnish clay for two Little League Fields in Mt. Dora. Mr. Ray informed the Board that it has now been determined that 100 yards of clay will be required.

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimoulsy, the Board approved the Public Works Department to supply 100 yards of clay as requested. Mr. Ray was informed to contact the Public Works Department to schedule delivery of the clay.

COUNTY PROPERTY/INVENTORY-SURPLUS

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Board approved deletion of the following items from fixed assets in the amount of $539.70.

Property #1353 - Surplus - Three Cane Rockers

Property #1662 - Surplus - Thayer Chair

Property #2092 - Surplus - Steno Chair

Property #3938 - Surplus - Executive Chair

Property $4606 - Surplus - Manual Typewriter

Property #5432 - Clerk - Posture Chair

LANDFILLS/ESCROW

On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved release of a landfill escrow to Ivy Homes, in the amount of $66.00.

LANDFILLS/ESCROW

On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the application of $165.00 from the escrow account of J. L. Riffle to his landfill bill bringing the balance to $99.25.

HOSPITALS/CONTRACTS

Mr. Watkins read a letter from the City of Leesburg requesting completion of the ambulance contract between the City of Leesbutg and Lake County for the 1981-82 Budget Year. The letter was referred to the County Attorney's to draw a contract for the Board's review.

HOSPITALS/APPOINTMENTS

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Board approved to designate Mr. Zebulon L. Osborne as Registered Agent on the Special Districts Disclosure Form from the Florida Department of Veteran and Community Affairs, Division of Local Resource Management.

LICENSES AND PERMITS

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the following gun permits and bonds:

E . R. Jelsma Theodore Johnston

John Taylor, Sr. Brian A. Carey

Jacob Vander Meer Carol Ward, Jr.

Sandra M. Young

ACCOUNTS ALLOWED

On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried unanimously, the Board approved payment of warrants #19164 through #19356 for the following accounts:

General Revenue Fine and Forfeiture

County Trans. Trust Fund Mosquito Control

Aquatic Weed Control Northeast Ambulance

Northwest Ambulance Section 8

Law Enforcement Trust Fund CETA

COR (Homes) Special Assessments

Nursing Home Landfill

INDIGENTS

On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried unanimously, the Board approved payment and cancellations for the following Indigents:

ADD: Emmett Collins for Gerry Goodnight....................$50.00

CANCEL: Katie Lee Moton for Marjester Browner..............$50.00

CANCEL: Plantation Apartments for Ledean Benton............$50.00

CANCEL: Helen Beville for Robin Beever.....................$50.00

CANCEL: Sunnyland Hotel for William Huffman................$50.00

TAX COLLECTOR/CONTRACTS, LEASES & AGREEMENTS

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried unanimously, the Board approved the lease between Manco, Inc., and Lake County, prepared by the County Attorney, for the Leesburg Tag Office.

TAX COLLECTOR/REPORTS/CHECKS RECEIVED

On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board acknowledged receipt of the annual report of the Lake County Tax Collector for the year ended September 30, 1981, and accepted check #'s 8234, 8224, 8225 and 8227, in the amounts of $72,129.04, $1,591.49, $654.61 and $673.38, respectively, from the Lake County Tax Collector covering the budget year October 1, 1980 through September 30, 1981.

PROPERTY APPRAISER/REPORTS

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board acknowledged receipt of the annual report of the Lake County Property Appraiser.

Commr . Windram requested that the Clerk meet with the Finance Department regarding the option of the Commission to receive the excess funds of the Property Appraiser for a short term investment in contrast to the present policy of carryover of these funds and to report back to the Board with his findings.

CLERK/REPORTS/CHECKS RECEIVED

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board acknowledged receipt of the annual report of James C. Watkins, Clerk, and accepted Check #4693 in the amount of $156,112.01 in excess fees for fiscal year 1980- 981.

CLERK/FINANCE/CHECKS RECEIVED

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Windram and

carried unanimously, the Board accepted Check #425 in the amount of $270.47 in unclaimed excess proceeds due land owners on application for tax deeds.

CLERK/REPORTS/ACCOUNTS ALLOWED

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried unanimously, the Board approvedpayment in the amount of $22,212.00 for expenses incurred for Circuit Court work for the period of May 5, 1981 through October 5, 1981.

ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/COURTHOUSE/FAIRGROUNDS/JAIL

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved payment of the following statements received from John S. Dickerson Architect, Inc. on the following projects:

Old Lake County Courthouse, Interior Renovation Project #2- 81 in the amount of $287.75.



Building Committee Meeting (various projects) in the amount of $60.00.



Eustis Fairgrounds Building, Air Conditioning System Project #7-81 in the amount of $80.00.



Lake County Jail Plumbing Project, Project #17-81 in the amount of $3,201.20.



Lake County Courthouse, Holding Cell, in the amount of $60.00.



REPORTS/SCHOOLS

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board acknowledged receipt of Report No. 9922, which was made on the audit of the accounts and records of the District School Board, Lake County, for the fiscal year ended June 30, 1980.

FIRE DISTRICTS/REPORTS

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board acknowledged receipt of the Special Districts Disclosure Form and Designation of Registered Agent for the South Lake Fire District, designating Tom K. Dougherty as registered agent.

PUBLIC WORKS AGENDA

PUBLIC WORKS

On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried unanimously, the Board approved to release the Maintenance Bond on the following Subdivisions:

Anderson Hill Subdivision

Lake Dora Harbour Subdivision

Pine Meadows Cove Subdivision.

PUBLIC WORKS/PLATS

On a motion by Conunr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the plat for Todd's Landing Subdivision for recording.

ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/PUBLIC WORKS/ROADS - COUNTY & STATE

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved final payment on Project #15-81, East Crooked Lake Drive to Leecon, Inc., in the amount of $21,617.00.

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved partial payment on Project #18=81, C-561 to Leecon, Inc., in the amount of $77,063.58.

PETITIONS/PUBLIC WORKS/ROADS - COUNTY & STATE

The Board acknowledged receipt of a petition received from the residents of Fisherman's Road requesting extension of said road. Mike Willett, Director of Public Works, was directed to research this matter, advise the petitioners of his findings and report back to the Board at a later date.

DEEDS

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved to accept Right of Way Deeds on Ninth Avenue East, #5-7878, from Sidney E. Peterson, Arthur A. Cyr and Ruth L. Cyr, Clarence J. Cyr and Helen E. Cyr, James P. Flavin and Ann A. Flavin and Theodore Duzenski and Stella Duzenski.

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved to accept the Right of Way Deed on Skyline Drive, #5-7672, and Saltsdale Road, #5-7776, from Ridgeline Corporation, Inc.

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Conunr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved to accept the Right of Way Deed on Saltsdale Road, #5-7776, from Catherine K. Rossi and John James Rossi, her husband.

ROADS - COUNTY & STATE

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved release of Road Reservations from DOT contained in the following deed numbers:

#1755, all but 33 feet from the centerline of Quayle Avenue , in City of Eustis. Public Works Department has letter of recommendation from City.



#1042, all but 25 feet from centerline of Simpson Avenue in City of Mt. Dora. Public Works Department has letter of recommendation from City.



#3346, all but 42 feet from centerline of Fifth Street (In Astor)



#2224, all but 25 feet from centerline of Lakeview Avenue and all but 25 feet from centerline of Beach Drive (Dona Vista)



#2446, all but 25 feet from centerline of Arlington Avenue (Mt. Plymouth)

#2542, all but 25 feet from centerline of Delmar Avenue, all but 25 feet from centerline of Glencoe Avenue, and all but 25 feet from centerline of Musselberg Place (Mt. Plymouth)



LAWS AND LEGISLATION/RESOLUTIONS

Senator Langley addressed the Board concerning the South Lake County Aviation Authority appointments. Senator Langley was informed by the Board of the appointments that were made at an earlier meeting of the Board. Senator Langley stated that Mr. W. B. McClean, Jr., had volunteered his services as a possible appointee to the authority. Commr . Smoak informed Senator Langley that he had made a part of the record that his support of the authority was dependent upon the fact that they did not have taxing authority and if at a future date the authority were given taxing authority through an amendment of the local bill that he would remove his support and recommend to the Commissioners that no nominees be appointed short of a referendum by the people in the airport authority. Senator Langley stated that the Aviation Authority had no funding other than its authority to accept grants and donations.

Senator Langley discussed with the Commission the Resolution drafted regarding the.homestead exemption and advised them of a percentage method being considered regarding the homestead exemptions. Discussion was held regarding Senator Langley's Resolutions and alternate proposals to come before the Legislature.

PUBLIC WORKS AGENDA

RIGHT OF WAY EASEMENTS/ROADS - COUNTY & STATE

On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried unanimously, the Board accepted Non-Exclusive Easements on Azalea Avenue, #4-3784, from James P. Baxley and Carol S. Baxley, Charmaine Childrey and David A. Walker and Merle L. Jandreau and Nina D. Jandraau.

ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/PUBLIC WORKS

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Carson and

carried unanimously, the Board approved reimbursement to Jim Stivender, Director of Engineering and Survey Services, in the amount of $136.77 for his travel expenses to Tampa to Bridge Inspection School. Total expense of the school was $622.77 with the State reimbursing $486.00.

ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/POLLUTION CONTROL

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved a travel request for Ted Wicks, Director of Pollution Control, to attend a seminar/ workshop on Water Reuse, An Alternative in Water Resources Management in Orlando, Florida, November 5th and 6th, 1981, at an estimated cost of $50.00.

CONTRACTS/PUBLIC WORKS/ROADS - COUNTY & STATE

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried unanimously, the Board approved to enter a contract with the State Department of Transportation in the amount of $1,078,073.36, to widen State Road #42 between State Road 44 and 19, realign three curves and remove the curbing.

PLANNING DEPARTMENT

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried, the Board approved waiver of improvement requirements and plan requirements of the Subdivision Regulations - Section 62, for David C. Whilden - Emeralda Island Area - District #5 - Case #81-35. Commr . Burhans voted "No".

On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried unanimously, the Board approved waiver of improvement requirements and plan requirements of the Subdivision Regulations -Section 62 - for Geanne Bowman - Cassia Area - District #4 -Case #81-38.

PLANNING DEPARTMENT

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried unanimously, the Board approved waiver of improvement requirements and plan requirements of the Subdivision Regulations -Section 62 - for Mervil J. Anderson - Yalaha Area - District #2 -Case #81-39.

BONDS - MOBILE HOME

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried unanimously, the Board approved the request of Dorothy Johnson - Fruitland Park Area - District #l - to live in a mobile home on the same piece of property on which her 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 dwelling or upon the request of the Board of County Commissioners.

On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the request of James E. Williams - East Crooked Lake 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 dwelling or upon the request of the Board of County Commissioners.

Mike Willett informed the Board that a petition was required from adjoining residents prior to the recommendation of the Public Works Department for approval of this Mobile Home Bond.

OUTDOOR RECREATIONAL FACILITIES

Commr . Burhans informed the Board he had received a request from the American Legion that the Board give their permission for the American Legion to make maintenance improvements to Summerall Park. On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board granted permission to the American Legion for maintenance improvements at Summerall Park. Mike Willett was directed to contact Bob Young of the American Legion and advise him of the Boards' decision.

COMMUNICATIONS/ROADS - COUNTY & STATE

Commr. Windram informed the Board that he had spoken with

Barry Barnett, resident of Pine Hills, concerning a problem the area residents were having with large trucks using the roads the area residents had improved. Mr. Barnett relayed that Sumter Electric trucks and a tree service truck were responsible for making the roads impassable. Chris Ford stated that it would be difficult to prove that the trucks in question were responsible for making the roads impassable. Commr. Windram informed the Board that he would keep in touch with Mr. Barnett concerning the development of this matter.

ORDINANCES/PLANNING DEPARTMENT/ZONING DEPARTMENT

Commr . Windram asked that each of the Commissioners be copies on a proposed Zoning Ordinance relating to Topless Entertainment. Chris Ford stated that Commr. Windram had discussed additional restrictions such as non-serving of alcohol. Commr . Windram stated that he would copy each of the Commissioners on an Ordinance adopted by Lee County concerning this matter in order that they could review it.

ORDINANCES

Discussion was held concerning the proposed Ordinance creating a Mobile Home Advisory Commission. Commr . Smoak requested that the name of the body be revised to Mobile Home Advisory Board in order to eliminate any confusion with the County Commission.

After further discussion it was decided that the proposed Ordinance would be brought back before the Board after the formulating committee had met in order to make any additional changes in the Ordinance.

LICENSES AND PERMITS

Mr. Watkins brought to the attention of the Board a letter received from the Mt. Dora Police Department regarding the issuance of a Gun Permit and Bond to Brian Allen Carey. The referenced letter recommended denial of the gun permit. On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved to reconsider the issuance of a gun permit and from the Mt. Dora Police Department, employer of the applicant. Mr. Robert Locke, Chief of PPolice, recommended denial based on the fact that the applicant works as a dispatcher which would not necessitate carrying a gun.

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Board denied the request of Brian A. Carey for issuance of a gun permit and bond.

POLLUTION CONTROL/PLANNING DEPARTMENT

Commr . Smoak advised the Commission that Dr. Ronald Hopwood had requested to work with Lake County Pollution Control Department to monitor the changes that might take place in the marsh north of Big Pine Island. Commr . Smoak stated that Dr. Hopwood had volunteered to collect samples after the sample stations had been set up by the Pollution Control Board or Game and Fish Commission to assist the agencies in monitoring the effects on the marsh. Commr. Smoak requested that the Chairman meet with the Pollution Control Board and instruct them to continue to monitor the effects on the marsh north of Big Pine Island prior to and after the excavation of the canal. Commr. Burhans stated that he would meet with the Pollution Control Department concerning this matter.

RECESS AND REASSEMBLY

At 12:lO P.M. the Chairman announced the Board would recess for lunch with each Commissioner lunching individually today. The Board reconvened at 1:30 P.M. to continue the discussion concerning the Tax Assessment Roll.

PROPERTY APPRAISER/TAX COLLECTOR

Chris Ford stated that he had not been able to speak with the attorney for the Department of Revenue and it was his opinion that Lake County would be subject to lawsuits; however, the chances of the taxpayer winning the lawsuits are very small because if the Commission adopted an interim roll, it would be the same tax roll that would be sent out as a final tax roll. The costs involved in the interim roll and going back to send out the TRIM Bill Notices would be at least $200,000 to $300,000 of the taxpayers money. Mr. Ford suggested that the Commission take the suggestion of Mr. Havill and the letter from the Department of Revenue and proceed with mailing the tax bills and include in the tax bills a notice advising the taxpayers of the increased assessments to comply with the Department of Revenue and if the taxpayers have questions regarding their assessments to contact the Property Appraiser's Office. After working with the Property Appraiser's Office if the problem cannot be resolved, that they have the right to appeal to the Property Appraisal Adjustment Board.

Commr . Carson questioned whether the fact that mailing the tax bills one month late and therefore losing one month's interest would necessitate the Board taking action to replace the lost income with the additional income if the Board does not roll back the millaqe. Mr. Watkins stated that in his opinion the interest lost would not adversely affect the budget to the extent of requiring the Board to take action of this nature. Mr. Watkins explained that the revenue projects would be sufficient to cover operation and be able to go forward with the cash carry forward needed to go into next year's budget.

Commr . Smoak moved that the Lake County Board of County Commissioners go on record as adopting as a specific policy a millaqe levy that will generate the dollars that this Board has indicated as necessary to run Lake County Government next year.

Commr . Carson seconded the motion including all areas of government over which the Lake County Board of County Commissioners has the authority to set the millaqe.

The Board approved the motion unanimously.

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Board approved to adopt a Resolution and authorized the signature of same by the Chairman and Clerk allowing the tax bills to go out prior to the Property Appriasal Adjustment Board meetings and postponing the meetings until such time as the tax bills go out and the people get their second notice in their tax bills that they have the right to appeal any assessment errors they feel have been made.

PUBLIC WORKS AGENDA

ROAD CLOSING - Portion of Julia Street and Carter Street

Five persons in the audience were present objecting to the closing on this petition. Mr. Willett stated that he had received one call objecting to the closing.

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board denied Petition #276 for Otis M. Lee, for vacation of a portion of Julia Street and Carter Street and Lots 5 and 6, Block 57 and Lot 4, Block 56, Plat of Astor, Plat Book 2, Page 12.

ROAD CLOSING - Portion of Gertrude Court

No one present wished to discuss this request with the Board. It was noted'the proper proof of publication was on hand and had appeared in the September 23 and 30, 1981, editions of the Sentinel Star, Little Sentinel edition.

On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the vacation of a portion of Gertrude Court between Highway 441 and Old Eustis Mt. Dora Road, Plat Book 10, Page 8 for Waite, Coffey and Burie, by Eloise Sopocy, as per Petition No. 277, as follows:

Gertrude Court between U.S. Highway 441 and Old Eustis

Mount Dora Road as shown on the plat of Lake Gertrude

Court, Plat Book 10, page 8 Public Records of Lake ,

County in Section 24, Township 19 South, Range 26 East.

ROAD CLOSINGS - PERMISSION TO ADVERTISE

No one present wished to discuss this request with the Board.

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Board approved the request to advertise the vacation of the South 50 feet of Lot 30, Forest Lakes and Hills Subdivision, 2nd Addition, as recorded in Plat Book 21, Page 5 to 11 inclusive, for Billy Scribner,, as per Petition No. 278.

PETITIONS/RESOLUTIONS/ROADS - COUNTY & STATE

On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried, the Board approved to reduce the speed limit, by Resolution, on Second Street in Dona Vista from 25 MPH to 15 MPH as requested by a petition from the residents. Commr . Smoak voted "No "

PROPERTY APPRAISER/TAX COLLECTOR

Chris Ford, County Attorney, informed the Board that he had spoken with Mr. White of the Department of Revenue. Mr. Ford related that Mr. White felt that Lake County had a very unique situation and that he felt the approach Lake County is taking is reasonable. Mr. White also stated that he was not sure concerning the windfall aspect but he felt that the Districts that wanted to keep the windfall very well might be able to do so. The attorney for the Department of Revenue is to get in touch with the County Attorney to clarify some of the questions of the Board.

The Board directed the County Attorney to work with Ed Havill, Property Appraiser and T. Keith Hall, Tax Collector, concerning the language to be used on the notice to go to the taxpayers with their tax bills and to supply the Commissioners with a draft copy of the notice prior to mailing.

PUBLIC HEALTH/COUNTY EMPLOYEES

Commr . Burhans recommended that the Clerk or member of the Commission present a Resolution to Mrs. Doyne N. Stan, Public Health Nurse II, who is retiring on November 6, 1981, after eighteen years of service.

On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved to draw up a Resolution commending Mrs. Stan for her services and directed the Clerk, or an appointed respresentative, to present the Resolution to Mrs. Stan on November 6, 1981.

RESOLUTION

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Board authorized the Chairman and Clerk to sign a Resolution recognizing and honoring the veterans on November 11, 1981, and directed the County Attorney to draw up a Resolution stating such.

COMMUNICATION/LAWS & LEGISLATION

Commr . Burhans informed the Board that he had received a letter from the law firm of Akerman, Senterfitt and Eidson stating a suit had been filed delcaring the legislation creating the Greater St. Johns River Basin unconstitutional. They further stated that the outcome of this suit miaht afford the opportunity for the Board to demand representation on the governing board of any new basin. Mr. Burhans referred the letter to the County Attorney to research and bring back to the Board at a later date.

COMMUNICATIONS/PUBLIC

Mr. Burhans informed the Board that he had received a letter from the Council on Aging stating that a dedication would be held on the senior citizens center on 10th Street in Leesburg on October 28, 1981, at 10:30 A.M..

ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/EMERGENCY SERVICES

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Board approved a travel request from Robert A. Lewis, Emergency Serivces and S. J. Stephany, Emergency Services to attend a Florida Civil Defense Association Meeting November 15 through 17, 1981 at a total cost of $455.00.

COURTHOUSE

Mr. Watkins recommended to the Board that the rooms previously used as Judge Hall's Chambers in the Old Courthouse as well as the old Jury Room be included in the renovation being done in the Old Courthouse at the present time. Mr. Watkins explained that this included a room on the fifth floor and the fourth floor Courtroom.

On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried unanimously, the Board approved that the above mentioned rooms be inspected and any needed renovations be done in conjunction with the renovations now being completed in the Old Courthouse Building.

OUTDOOR RECREATIONAL FACILITIES/PLANNING DEPARTMENT

Commr . Smoak advised the Board of a continuing problem with the boat ramp at Lake Minneola. Commr . Smoak explained that the boat ramp is above the water level and there has been a problem obtaining a dredge and fill permit from the Department of Natural Resources to lower the boat ramp. Commr . Smoak stated that the Board would receive a request at a later date to use the County Boating Improvement Funds for this project. Commr . Smoak requested that the Commission indicate that this would be a priority item and that the Board accept the request of the City of Clermont for further review and to refer it to the Planning staff in consideration and in conjunction with the Boating Improvement Funds distribution for Fiscal Year 1981-82.

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Board approved to refer this request to the Planning staff as a priority item.

RESOLUTIONS/PROPERTY APPRAISER

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board authorized the signature of the Chairman and Clerk on a Resolution supporting removal of the first $5,000 of property from homestead exemption and application of $25,000 homestead exemption only to property above the initial $5,000 value.

RESOLUTIONS

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved adoption and authorized the Chairman and Clerk to sign a Resolution in support of reapportionment for a Senate District comprised of Lake, Sumter, Citrus, Hernando and Levy Counties and that copies of the Resolution be sent to the County Commission of each of these counties.

POLLUTION CONTROL DEPARTMENT

Commr . Smoak requested that the Liaison Commissioner that is to meet with the Pollution Control Department concerning Dr. Hopwood's offer to monitor the effects of the canal dredging on Big Pine Island, request a report be made to the County Commission from the Lake County Pollution Control Director on what action is going to be taken concerning the monitoring.

There being no further business to be brought before the Board the meeting adjourned at 2:35 P.M.

GLENN C. BURHANS, CHAIRMAN

JAMES C. WATKINS, CLERK

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