A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

NOVEMBER 15, 1983

The Lake County Board of County Commissioners met in regular session on Tuesday, November 15, 1983, at 9:00 a.m. in the Board of County Commissioners' Meeting Room, Lake County Courthouse, Tavares, Florida. Commissioners present at the meeting were: Thomas J. Windram, Chairman; James R. Carson, Jr.; Claude E. Smoak, Jr.; C. A. "Lex" Deems; and Glenn C. Burhans. Others present were: James C. Watkins, Clerk: Sanford M. Minkoff, County Attorney's Office; and Mary C. Grover, Secretary.

The Invocation was led by Mr. Watkins and the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Commr. Windram.

MINUTES

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried unanimously, the Board approved the Minutes of October 11, 1983, as amended and corrected.

On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the Minutes of November 1, 1983, as corrected.

SOIL CONSERVATION/WATER RESOURCES/BUDGETS

Commr. Burhans informed the Board he had received a request from the Lake Soil & Water Conservation District requesting that their 1983-84 budget be revised and increased by $12,200. He informed the Board that the St. Johns River Water Management District had approved Soil Conservation's request to fund a special Water Conservation Project in Lake County and the Oklawaha River Basin. He stated that the funds would be used to employ an additional person for the duration of the project.

The Board referred the request to Mr. Watkins, Clerk; Robert Wilson, Finance Director; and Chris Ford, County Attorney, to research and report back to the Board with a recommendation.

PETITIONS/GAME & FRESH WATER FISH COMMISSION

Commr. Windram informed the Board that a petition had been received from residents in the area north of S.R. 44A to Blackwater Creek and east of Lake Norris Road to Blackwater Creek requesting that area be closed to any hunting with dogs as it is a public nuisance to area residents.

Mr. Minkoff, County Attorney's Office, stated that the Florida Game & Fresh Water Fish Commission has the sole authority of regulating hunting in the State and the County has no authority over hunting. The Board referred the petition to the Florida Game & Fresh Water Fish Commission.

APPOINTMENTS/FIRE DISTRICTS-FIRE DEPARTMENT

Commr. Windram informed the Board he had received a letter from Mr. Michael G. Stearman, Fire Commissioner for the Mt. Plymouth Fire Control District, informing the Board that he would not be available for reappointment when his term expires on January 15, 1984.

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried unanimously, the Board accepted the resignation from Mr. Michael Stearman, Fire Commissioner for the Mt. Plymouth Fire Control District, effective January 15, 1984; and directed a letter of appreciation be sent to Mr. Stearman.

SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT/MUNICIPALITIES

Commr. Windram informed the Board he had received a letter from Sheriff Griffin in which Dr. Frank A. Thomas is requesting payment from the County, the amount of $1,986 for medical care of an individual who died from a gunshot wound. The individual was shot by a Mount Dora City Patrolman during a disturbance. An investigation of the case was conducted by the State Attorney's Office and the shooting was classified as justifiable homicide.

Mr. Minkoff, County Attorney's Office, stated that the Florida Statutes states that the County is not responsible for the payment of the medical bill.

On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried unanimously, the Board denied the request for payment of the medical bill received from Dr. Thomas.

PETITIONS/COMMUNICATIONS

Commr. Windram informed the Board he had received a petition from residents in the John Lake Road area filing a complaint against Florida Crushed Stone's Tully Sand Mine and the hauling companies in South Lake County. The residents are requesting the County to restrict the operating hours to 6 a.m. through 1O:OO p.m.

Discussion occurred regarding the CUP being reviewed to see if restrictions could be placed on the hours of operation. Commr. Smoak suggested that the mine operators be contacted regarding the problem and that the CUP also be reviewed.

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried, the Board instructed the Public Works Department to investigate the complaints received and contact the mine operators to determine if a solution could be found and report back to the Board with a recommendation.

Commr. Deems was not present for the vote.

ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/CONTRACTS, LEASES & AGREEMENTS/BUILDING

COMMITTEE

Mr. Watkins, Clerk, addressed the Board in regards to the maintenance and sales contracts between the County and United Telephone Company in the purchase of the County's telephone system. Mr. Watkins explained that the effective date would be when the Board approved the contracts and the termination date would be one year from that date.

Mr. Watkins stated that the payments would be 6 monthly payments of $27,058.67, with the total purchase price being $162,352.00.

On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried, the Board approved and authorized the Chairman to sign the maintenance and sales contracts for the purchase of the telephone system at a total cost of $162,352.00.

Commr. Carson declared a conflict as he is on the Board of Directors for the Telephone Company and did not participate in the vote.

LICENSES & PERMITS

On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board approved the following gun permits and bonds and additions to permits:

RENEWAL

Richard Kenneth Crumpton

ADDITIONS

Gail A. Grimes

Karen Sablotny

BONDS - CONTRACTOR

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board approved the following Contractor Bonds and cancellations:

NEW

1699-84 Kirk G. Bengtson (Heating & Air Conditioning)

2029-84 Elijah Bailey, Jr. (Electrical)

4067 Clifford Lucas d/b/a Rainbow Lakes Heating & Air

4071 Arnoldo Zapatero d/b/a A & Z Air Conditioning

CANCELLATIONS

3095 Dale E. Blundell d/b/a American Electric

ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/INDIGENTS

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board approved payment of warrants #36465 through #36720 for the following accounts:

The motion also included payment for the following Indigents:

APPROVE Clar-Elen Mobile Park for Holly Spivey $50.OO/November

APPROVE Sam Moreno for Joyce Riedel $50.00/November

APPROVE Howard Lescher for Karen Phillips $ 50.00/November

APPROVE Lewis Hart for Cora Lee McNeal $50.00/November

RESOLUTION/AMBULANCES-HOSPITALS

On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved a Resolution Regarding Non-Emergency Medical Transportation Services, Certificate of Public Convenience & Necessity for Ameri-Quipt.

MEETINGS

Mr. Watkins, Clerk, informed the Board that Rep. Everett Kelly would be holding a luncheon, November 28, 1983, at 11:30 a.m. at the Emporium Deli in regards to a House Committee on Regulatory Reform.

CONTRACTS, LEASES & AGREEMENTS/AMBULANCES-HOSPITALS

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board approved and authorized the Chairman and the Clerk to sign the contract between Lake County and Leesburg Hospital Association, Inc. for the provision of ambulance service for the Northwest Ambulance District for the 1983-84 fiscal year in the amount of $275,000.00.

SUITS AFFECTING THE COUNTY/PLANNING/CODE ENFORCEMENT/PUBLIC

WORKS

Mr. Sanford Minkoff, County Attorney's Office, gave a brief report on the outcome of two lawsuits against the County.

He informed the Board that in the lawsuit between Lake County and Mr. Hugh Wilson, Judge Aulls ruled that Mr. Wilson could keep only one (1) tractor and one (1) trailer on his property, which is allowed by the Zoning Ordinance as Mr. Wilson owns five (5) acres.

Mr. Minkoff then reported on the outcome of the lawsuit between Lake County and Mrs. Gibson, pertaining to the drainage ditch. He stated that Judge Brownlee ruled that the County did not have an easement to the drainage ditch. He further stated that Chris Ford, County Attorney, requested the Board's permission to appeal Judge Brownlee's decision or the authority to negotiate some sort of settlement. He explained that Mrs. Gibson was willing to let the County have the ditch if the County would install a culvert and cover the ditch with back fill.

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board authorized Mr. Ford, County Attorney, to take the appropriate action either to appeal or to settle the case to the benefit of the County and its policies as to undeeded ditches regarding maintenance.

RECESS & REASSEMBLY

At 9:55 a.m. the Chairman announced that the Board would recess for five (5) minutes. The Board reconvened at 10:00 a.m.

ASSESSMENTS/BIDS

The Chairman announced that the advertised time had arrived for the public hearinq regarding Special Assessment #15, La Dora Manor. Mr. Mike Willett, Director of Development & Public Works,.stated that this assessment was a resurfacing project. He recommended the bid be awarded to Asphalt Pavers (low bid) in the amount of $11,221.71.

No one in the audience wished to discuss this assessment with the Board.

On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the assessment roll for La Dora Manor (SA-15) and awarded the bid to Asphalt Pavers (low bid) in the amount of $11,221.71.

POLLUTION CONTROL/COUNTY EMPLOYEES

Commr. Windram informed the Board that the Pollution Control Board voted to employ Ms. Paulette Muller to replace Mr. Ted Wicks as Pollution Control Director. Mr. Willett, Director of Development and Public Works stated that Ms. Muller has accepted the position.

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried unanimously, the Board concurred with the decision of the Pollution Control Board in the employment of Ms. Paulette Muller a s Pollution Control Director.

Discussion occurred in regards to providing Ms. Muller with County transportation as she will continue to reside in Seminole County until the school year ends and then will relocate to Lake County.

On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried, the Board approved for Ms. Muller to be furnished County transportation to Seminole County until the school year has ended. Commr. Burhans voted "No".

PUBLIC WORKS AGENDA

ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/ROAD PROJECTS

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board approved final payment to Hewitt Contracting Company, Inc., on Project No. SA-12, Leonard Way, in the amount of $47,111.25. (County Funding and Special Assessment).

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board approved partial payment to Trac Road builders, Inc., on Project No. 18-83, Old C-50 and Lake Boulevard #3-1370, in the amount of $78,314.04. (Secondary Funding).

On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board approved final payment on Project #17-83, Wiygul Road #5-7581, in the amount of $14,591.87.

(Revenue Sharing)

On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried unanimously, the Board approved partial payment on Project N O . 19-83, Hull Road #3-0942 and Wikel Lane #3-0842, in the amount of $66,221.17. (Revenue Sharing)

PUBLIC WORKS/ROADS-COUNTY, STATE

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board approved one-time maintenance for the following:

Beverly Loveday on the extension of East Road in the amount

of $30.00.

J. P. Bailey on Groveland Farms Road in the amount of $155.00.

LANDFILLS/PUBLIC WORKS

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried unanimously, the Board approved a $30.00 increase in petty cash at Lady Lake Landfill ($15.00 for the regular man and $15.00 for the relief man).

BIDS/PUBLIC WORKS

On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board awarded the bid for the diesel powered crawler tractor to Rosier Machinery in the amount of $145,830.00 (low bid).

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board awarded the bid for the tandem diesel cab and chassis to Heintzelman Truck Center in the amount of $57,893.00.

ROADS-COUNTY, STATE/PUBLIC WORKS

On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the request from the property owners on Brown Road #4-5484 to change the name of the road to Cardinal Lane.

PLANNING DEPARTMENT/COUNTY EMPLOYEES

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems.and carried unanimously, the Board approved to hire Mr. Carl H. Hammons as Senior Planner at a starting salary of $17,000.00.

ASSESSMENTS/ROADS-COUNTY, STATE

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried unanimously, the Board accepted Leonard Way #4-6087 into the County maintenance sytsem.

SUBDIVISIONS

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board accepted the Pointe Subdivision Plat for recording and accepted the Irrevocable Letter of Credit in the amount of $55,000.00 for construction purposes.

DEEDS

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board approved to release the following road reservations from the Department of Transportation from the following deed numbers:

#2831, all but 30 feet from the centerline of First Street and Walnut Avenue (Okahumpka area).

#2654, all but 25 feet from the centerline of Troon Avenue (Mt. Plymouth area).

#2439, all but 25 feet from the centerline of Lochmore Circle (Mt. Plymouth area).

#2439, all but 25 feet from the centerline of Oakmont Avenue (Mt. Plymouth area).

# 802, all but 30 feet from the centerline of Forest Drive, Lemon Street, Oak Avenue, Lime Street, Lake Drive, Lois Street, and Hillcrest Drive (South Pine Lakes).

BONDS - MOBILE HOME

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the request from Richard S. Reed - Howey-In-The-Hills Area - District #3, 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 that the mobile home will be removed upon completion of the conventional dwelling or upon the request of the Board of County Commissioners.

ASSESSMENTS/BIDS

At 10:30 a.m. the Chairman announced the time had arrived for the public hearing on Special Assessment #16, Lake

Junietta Homesites. Mr. Mike Willett, Director of Development and

Public Works, stated that this was also a resurfacing project and

that the low bid was from Paquette Paving in the amount of

$19,980.00.

Mrs. Joyce Hodge, Azalea Place, addressed the Board regarding the assessment. She stated that she was under the impression that new limerock would be placed on the current road and that the roads were to be widened to 20 feet. Mr. Willett stated that the engineers for the paving company had inspected the roads and found that the roads already met County standards; grass had grown over the asphalt in several places. Mr. Gus Goings, Azalea Place, stated that he was the person who originated the petition. He presented the Board with copies of documents which were shown to the area residents.

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the assessment roll for Lake Junietta Homesites, SA-16, and awarded the bid to Paquette Paving Company in the amount of $19,980.00 (low bid).

Mrs. Dorothy Goold, Lake Junietta Drive, addressed the Board and questioned if the drainage problems on their property would be corrected. Mr. Willett informed Mrs. Goold that there was money provided in the bid for new pipes and that the Company would attempt to solve their problems.

A resident in the audience expressed her appreciation to the Board for approving the assessment project and to Mr. Goings who initiated the project.

CETA-PIC/CONTRACTS, LEASES & AGREEMENTS

Mr. Jim Flowers, Director of the Private Industry Council, addressed the Board requesting approval of an interim contract between Lake County and the VLF-PIC, Inc., for the period of 10/1/83 through 12/30/83. He stated that the reason for a short time period on the contract was that Congress passed a temporary funding bill for the new Job Training Partnership Act (JTPA) and that the lack of a full funding bill necessitated the development

of a interim contract.

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board approved and authorized the Chairman to sign the necessary contract documents as presented by Mr. Flowers.

CETA-PIC

Mr. Jim Flowers, Director of the Private Industry Council, addressed the Board requesting approval of proposals for the remainder of the JTPA program year not covered by the contract (for the period of l/1/84 through 6/30/84) as previously approved.

On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board approved the proposals, as presented by Mr. Flowers, be submitted to the VLF-PIC, Inc.

COMMUNICATIONS

Mr. Bill Thompson, Clay Electric Cooperative, Inc., introduced himself to the Board and stated that he was observiny today's meeting.

RECESS & REASSEMBLY

At 11:OO a.m. the Chairman announced the Board would recess for lunch. The Board reconvened at 2:00 p.m. for the remainder of the Public Works Agenda.

PUBLIC WORKS AGENDA

ROAD CLOSINGS - Unnamed Right-of-Way in El Bonito Subdivision Petition #334

Mr. Mike Croak, attorney representing the petitioner, was present concerning this request for road closing.

It was noted that the proper proof of publication was on hand as it appeared in the October 25, and November 1, 1983, editions of the Sentinel Star, Lake Little Sentinel.

Commr. Carson informed the Board h e had received a letter from C. Everett Boyd, Jr. stating he was in favor of the request.

Mr. L. J. Chambliss addressed the Board objecting to the road closing. He stated he would like the right-of-way to be kept open so that he could use the right-of-way as an access to his property.

Mr. Jake Carpenter also addressed the Board objecting to the road closing with the same objection as Mr. Chambliss. He also presented the Board with a letter from Mr. Anton Wicker requesting the right-of-way remain open.

Mr. Tom Mutton appeared before the Board and stated that he was in favor of the closing. He stated that he had problems with wash on the property.

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board approved the vacation of that portion of a 50 foot unnamed right-of-way north of Lot 31 in El Bonito Subdivision, Plat Book 5, page 46, recorded in the Public Records of Lake County Florida, for French, Newman, and Whitaker, by Michael Croak, as per Petition #334.

ROAD CLOSINGS - Unnamed Easement, Groveland Farms - Petition

#335

Mr. James Lashley, petitioner, was present to discuss this request with the Board. Discussion occurred regarding possible access problems for other property owners should this request be granted. It was noted that the other property owner would have access to his property if the easement were closed.

It was noted that the proper proof of publication was on hand as it appeared in the October 25, and November 1, 1983 editions of the Sentinel Star, Lake Little Sentinel.

On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board approved the vacation of a portion of an unnamed easement lying between Tract 12 and 13 in Groveland Farms, Section 5, Township 23 South, Range 25 East, Lake County, Florida, for James E. Lashley, as per Petition #335.

ROAD CLOSINGS - Permission to Advertise - Petition #336

Mrs. Lenore Davis, representing the petitioner, was present to discuss this request with the Board.

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board granted permission to advertise for vacation of a 10 foot utility easement between Lots 57 and 58, and to advertise to vacate a lot to make the two lots as one in Squirrel Point Subdivision, as recorded in Plat Book 25, pages 40 and 41, Public Records of Lake County, Florida, for Richard Perkins, by Lenora M. Davis, as per Petition #336.

MUNICIPALITIES/ASSESSMENTS

Mr. Frank Logel, Mayor Pro-Tern for the Town of Lady Lake,.addressed the Board requesting Lake County's participation in the construction of paving and drainage facilities in the Skyline Hills Subdivision located on Highway 27/441 in the Town of Lady Lake. He further requested the County use their bonding and special tax assessment procedure to finance this project. Mr. Loge1 also explained that they would like their Town Engineer, Springstead And Associates to review and approve the engineering plans and specs prior to construction as Lady Lake will be taking these roads into the Town's maintenance system upon completion. He explained that due to the rapid deterioration of the roads in the Subdivision, the Post Office, school buses, and mosquito control are refusing to service the area.

Mr. Larry Taylor, attorney for Lady Lake, was also present to discuss the request with the Board.

Mr. Loge1 stated that the property owners are willing to pay for the entire project. He stated there would not be any costs to the County: the Town would pay for the water retention areas. He further stated that the County would be involved with the paperwork and the legal aspect of the project.

It was pointed out that the Town could not use the County Special Assessment Ordinance; the Town would have to adopt their own ordinance.

Mr. Loge1 stated the approximate cost of the project would be $250,000.00. He would like the County to bond the project and set up a billing procedure. Discussion occurred regarding the cap set by the Charter of the Town.

The Board directed the Public Works Department and the County Attorney's Office to work with the Town of Lady Lake in regards to the special assessment procedures.

BUILDING DEPARTMENT/COUNTY EMPLOYEES

Mr. Mike Willett, Director of Development & Public Works, informed the Board that due to the resignation of Mr. Tommy Brennand, Building Official, due to health reasons, he was recommending that Mr. Charles Taylor, Clermont Office, be appointed as Acting Building Official.

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board appointed Mr. Charles Taylor as Acting Building Official and directed a letter of commendation be sent to Mr. Brennand.

FIRE DISTRICTS-FIRE DEPARTMENTS/EMERGENCY SERVICES/

CONTRACTS, LEASES & AGREEMENTS

Mr. Sanford Minkoff, County Attorney's Office, addressed the Board in regards to fire protection in Lake County. He stated he had met with Captain Joe Stephany, Emergency Services Director, to discuss alternatives the County might have as to fire protection. He stated he had presented the Board with a memorandum in regards to the ability of cities, special districts and volunteer fire departments to provide fire services in the unincorporated areas. He then gave a brief summary on the contents of the memorandum. He further summarized what the County has been attempting to do regarding fire protection.

Commr. Smoak stated that a proposed ordinance had been presented to the Board which would have allowed the Fire Districts to go outside their geographical boundaries to provide fire protection. The ordinance was not adopted by the Board. Captain Joe Stephany, Emergency Services Director, addressed the Board and gave a brief summary on the fire study he conducted a few months ago. He also discussed the fire protection

alternative matrix which he presented to the Board. He stated one of his concerns was the absence of a central telephone number which individuals could contact for emergencies. He stated Lake County has a need for a communication system.

Discussion occurred regarding the structural tax; where everyone would be required to pay some type of tax, no one would be exempt. Mr. Stephany stated that the structural tax mechanism is equitable in Counties experiencing agricultural or urban growth.

It was pointed out that if any new fire districts were created, then the Commissioners would sit as the Fire Board. Any expansion to a current fire district would still retain the present fire commissioner status.

Mr. Edward Woitas, Clear Lake, presented the Board with a.petition from residents in the Clear Lake Subdivision petitioning to receive fire protection from the Pasco Fire District. He stated that he would be in favor of a structural tax.

Mrs. Ella Finlayson, Estes Road, addressed the Board and stated that her property did not have any fire protection coverage and was also in favor of structural tax.

Mr. Paul Webb, representing the Springs in Yalaha, addressed the Board and stated that the Community was interested in fire protection. He stated that he was in favor of structural tax or any way which would be fair and equitable.

Mr. Hugh McNair, former Fire Chief of Spring Lake, addressed the Board to discuss fire protection to Lake County.

Mr. Dennis Bolden, Minneola Fire Chief, stated that he believes everyone needs fire protection and that everyone should be require to pay for such protection.

Mrs. Dolly Chapman, Mascotte, presented the Board with a petition from residents of South Lake County requesting fire protection.

Mr. Bill Eyerly, insurance agent located in Groveland, addressed the Board and discussed the policies of insurance agencies.

Mr. Pete Smith, the Springs; Mrs. Cathy Gray; Mr. Wyman0 Waters, Mt. Plymouth; and Mr. Jim Hanks, Groveland, also addressed the Board with concerns regarding fire protection for Lake County.

Ml-. Walt Zeiner, Chief of Pasco Fire Department, stated that the Department will respond outside their district on a mutual aid basis. He also discussed the structural tax and ad valorem tax.

Mr. Bill Rausch, South Lake Fire District, addressed the Board and stated that he would like to see the Board adopt some type document to enable the fire districts to go outside their geographical boundaries.

Mr. Bill Eichelberger, Eustis, stated his support for structural tax.

Mr. Douglas Harris, Mayor of Astatula, addressed the Board to discuss the need for a centralized communication system. Mrs. Laura Hertzvelt, Tavares, discussed the 911 system that is operated in the state of Michigan.

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board instructed the County Attorney's Office to prepare for consideration by the municipal, volunteer and the tax supported fire districts, an agreement which will eliminate any legal restrictions which they now have and which the Board has the authority to remove from them extending services beyond their boundaries.

Commr. Smoak stated that the intent of the motion was to encourage all the departments involved, to do all they can to extend the service, and that the Board assist these departments in accomplishing the extension of services.

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board directed Captain Stephany, Emergency Services Director, on behalf of the Board of County Commissioners, to contact all the municipal, volunteer, and tax supported fire departments, indicating the willingness and intent of the Board to extend fire protection services within the County and to discuss with those departments how the funding could be derived to extend that type of service and report back to the Board with a recommendation.

Commr. Windram expressed the Board's appreciation to those citizens present for their interest in fire protection for Lake County.

EMERGENCY SERVICES/COUNTY EMPLOYEES

Mr. Mike Willett, Director of Development L Public Works, informed the Board he had a request from Captain Stephany, Emergency Services Director, requesting that the County retain Mr. Larry Schuster, who has resigned from the Planning Department, as a County employee for a period up to January 15, 1984. He stated that Mr. Schuster is presently working on the Hazardous Waste Program and that it should be completed by the end of the year.

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the retention of Mr. Larry Schuster as a County employee in the Emergency Services Department with his salary being paid by the funds allocated to Lake County.for the project, as requested by Captain Stephany, Emergency Services Director.

COMMITTEES/PLANNING DEPARTMENT

Mr. Mike Willett, Director of Development & Public Works, presented the Board with applications of those interested in serving on the Lake County Tourist Development Council. He stated that an application was needed from one more municipal officer. The Board postponed discussion on the applications until the meeting on December 6, 1983, and directed Mr. Willett to contact the League of Cities to obtain another applicant for that category.

GRANTS/PLANNING DEPARTMENT

Mr. Jerry Sexton, Planning and Zoning Coordinator, addressed the Board in regards to the appointment of a Citizens Advisory Committee for the Community Development Block Grant application. Be stated that the Planning Department believes that the County would have the best chance at applying for a Neighborhood & Commercial Revitalization grant for the development of public facilities. He stated that before the County actually selects target areas and projects, a citizen advisory task force must be established to solicit public input on possible projects.

On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried, the Board authorized the County Planning Department to initiate an application for Community Development Block Grant funds and to carry out activities necessary to develop the

application and authorized Mr. Sexton to organize a citizen advisory task force to provide citizen input into the CDBG program.

Commr. Smoak voted no in that he felt the Board should be more involved in these kind of policy decisions.

ELECTIONS/PURCHASING DEPARTMENT

Commr. Carson informed the Board he had spoken with Mrs. Emogene Stegall, Supervisor of Elections, regarding Mrs. Stegall's request for an IBM System 6 for use in her office. He informed the Board that the system which will be available from the Clerk's Office will not do the job which is needed. He explained that Mr. Burleigh, from Lake Abstract Title Company, has a system which is compatible to Mrs. Stegall's equipment, for sale for $8,500.00.

Commr. Carson stated that another County was also interested in selling their System, which is compatible with Mrs. Stegall's equipment.

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board authorized Mrs. Stegall, Supervisor of Elections, and Mr. Donald W. Smalt, Director of Administrative Services, to negotiate with Mr. Burleigh and with the County who is interested in selling their equipment, and report back to the Board with a recommendation.

There being no further business to be brought to the attention of the Board, the meeting adjourned at 5:25 p.m.

Thomas J Windram, Chairman

James C. Watkins, Clerk

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