A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERs

May 1, 1984

The Lake County Board of County Commissioners met in regular session on Tuesday, May 1, 1984, at 9:00 a.m. in the Board of County Commissioner's Meeting Room, Lake County Courthouse, Tavares, Florida.  Commissioners present at the meeting were: Glenn C. Burhans, Chairman; James R. Carson, Jr.; C. A. "Lex" Deems; Claude E. Smoak; and Thomas J. Windram.  Others present were: James C. Watkins, Clerk; Christopher C. Ford, County Attorney; and Toni M. Austin, Secretary.

Mr. Watkins gave the Invocation and the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Commr. Carson.

MINUTES

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried, the Board approved the Minutes of April 17 1984, as submitted.

Commr. Smoak was not present for the vote.

PERSONNEL DEPARTMENT

Glenn Timmons, Personnel Director, appeared before the Board to discuss Proposed Revisions - Pay Ranges and Classifications.

On a motion by Commr. Carson seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously the Board approved and accepted the Proposed Revisions - Pay Ranges and Classifications as presented by Mr. Timmons in his Memorandum 84-81 dated April 26 1984.

COUNTY EMPLOYEES

Michael C. Willett, County Administrator, discussed with the Board the possibility of establishing a "Wellness Program" for County employees.

Mr. Watkins stated that the program could possibly encourage employees to reduce both their insurance cost and their absenteeism.

Mr. Timmons stated that Dr. June Atkinson suggested having the program underway by the fall.

Mr. Willett stated that he had considered surveying the employees to see the interest involved in the program.

No action was taken at this time.

BONDS-CONTRACTOR

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

New

1900-84           Michael Slack d/b/a Michael Slack Constructors, Inc. (General)

1904-84           John A. Foster, Sr. (Plumbing)

4108-84           Neville Lynn Harden (Electrical)

4110-84           Thomas S. Gerspacher (General

4112-84           Reginald N. Williams (General)

4113-84           LeLand M. Willis (Residential)

4115-84           Richard A. Teller and Paul W. Giles d/b/a Paul Giles Aluminum (Aluminum Contractor)

4116-84           Eric Blom (Electrical)

LICENSES AND PERMITS

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

 

New

Mary Izola Miller                               Donald W. Garrett

William Norris Hodges                      Raymond Carl Ross

J. W. Nussbaumer, Jr.                         Jack Sechrest

 

Renewals

Rudolph E. Moye                               Shirley I. Moye

Richard J. Mayer                                Edward John Stilson

Paul L. Van Atta                                 John Holden Cauthen

William D. Finlayson, III                   James Craig Spencer

Linda W. Summerall                          James K. Brandt

Robert L. Collins, Jr                           Kendall R. Jones

 

Additions & Deletions

Carrie Beth Prevedel                          James C. Frazier, Jr.

Jack Butts                                           Carlo Verardi 

Clifford E. Vance                               Dewayne M. Kreeger

ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/INDIGENTS

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Board approved the payment of Warrant #39973 through Warrant #40272 for the following accounts:

 

General Revenue                                            Fine and Forfeiture

County Transportation Fund                          Mosquito Control

Aquatic Weed                                                             Fish Conservation

Section 8                                                         Private Industry Council

Landfills                                                         Countywide Library

Special Assessments

 

Included in the motion was approval to pay the following indigents:

Willie Mae Barrett for Barbara Green - $50.00 - District #l.

FIRE DISTRICTS-FIRE DEPARTMENTS/POLLUTION CONTROL/APPOINTMENTS-RESIGNATIONS

Discussion occurred regarding the resignations of George M. Millen and John D. Callen, Mt. Plymouth Fire District.

Action was postponed until Commr. Windram could review the resignations with Kathy McDonald, Public Works Department.

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Board approved the resignation of Guilford T. Sims, Pollution Control Board, effective June 5, 1984, and directed the County Attorney to prepare a resolution for signatures.

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Board approved the reappointment of Richard E. Toole to the Pollution Control Board.

AMBULANCES-HOSPITAL DISTRICTS/AUDITS

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Board acknowledged receipt of the Northeast Lake County Hospital Co., Inc. Financial Statements and Supplementary Information, Years Ended September 30, 1983 and 1982.

REPORTS

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Board acknowledged receipt of the Distribution of Revenue, Traffic/Criminal Cases, for the following weeks:

April 13, 1984 - $11,304.25

April 20, 1984 - $ 8,577.23

APPOINTMENTS-RESIGNATIONS/PUBLIC WORKS

Commr. Deems informed the Board that the engineer for the Department of Transportation in the Lake County area is retiring.  He stated that he had received several calls from contractors in the area who would like Mr. Richard Large considered for the position.

On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried, the Board approved to write a letter to the Department Of Transportation in Deland requesting the consideration of hiring Mr. Richard Large for the engineer position in Lake County based upon the recommendations made to the Board.

Commr. Windram was not present for the vote.

AGRICULTURE CENTER/BUDGET TRANSFERS

On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board authorized the transfer of funds within the Agriculture Center's Budget for the purchase of a vehicle.

FIRE DISTRICTS-FIRE DEPARTMENTS/APPOINTMENTS-RESIGNATIONS

On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the resignation of George M. Millen, Mt. Plymouth Fire District, as of the month of April, and the resignation of John D. Callen, Mt. Plymouth Fire District, as of April 19, 1984.

ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/ROAD PROJECTS

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board approved the following payment to Asphalt Pavers, Inc.:

Partial payment #1 on Project #5-84 C-474 Resurfacing in the amount of $247,291.99. (Secondary Funds)

ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/MOSQUITO CONTROL

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried, the Board approved for Mosquito Control to purchase one (1) 1984 economy pickup at State bid pricing of $6,000.00 from State II funds.

Commr. Windram was not present for the vote.

ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/BUILDING DEPARTMENT/ZONING

On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried, the Board approved for Building and Zoning to purchase one (1) Motorola radio and antenna at a cost of $705.00 for Jerry Sexton's vehicle to replace a radio which cannot be maintained in an operable condition.

Commr. Windram was not present for the vote.

ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/PUBLIC WORKS

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Board approved for Public Works to purchase a hanging file cabinet and hangers for plans at an estimated cost of $400.00.

COMMISSIONERS

At this time Commr. Windram excused himself from the meeting.

ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/POLLUTION CONTROL

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried, the Board approved for Pollution Control to purchase a YSI Model #54ABP D.O. Meter and a YSI Probe and Cable at an approximate cost of $650.00.

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried, the Board approved for Pollution Control to purchase a 35mm camera with a telephoto lens and accessories at an approximate cost of $362.00.

CODE VIOLAtiONS

On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried, the Board approved the request from the Code Enforcement Department that the Board rescind the Order of Fine in the amount of $315.00 in Code Enforcement Case #26 - Arthur Caughell.

ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/PLANNING DEPARTMENT

On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried, the Board approved for Jerry Sexton, Director of Development, to attend a zoning seminar at Valencia Community College on April 26, 1984, at an approximate cost of $35.00.

ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/POLLUTION CONTROL

On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried, the Board approved for Bob Erickson, Technical Services Supervisor, and Richard Roof, Lab Technician, Pollution Control, to attend the Florida Society of Environmental Analysts 1984 Spring meeting in Vero Beach on May 17 and 18, 1984, at an estimated cost of $169.00.

PUBLIC WORKS

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried, the Board approved for W. C. Benedum, Director of Public Works, and Jim Stivender, Director of Engineering and Survey Services, to attend a Traffic Engineering Seminar presented by the Governor's Highway Safety Commission in Gainesville on May 22 through May 25, 1984, at no cost to the County.

DEEDS/RIGHT-OF-WAYS, ROADS-EASEMENTS

On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried, the Board accepted the following Right-of-Way deeds:

1. James C. Corbitt, Jr. on Howey Cross Road #3-2441

2. Donald E. and Carol S. Stephens on Wolf Branch Road #4-4581

3. James F. Goldthorpe on Wolf Branch Road #4-4581

SUBDIVISIONS

On a motion by Commr. Deems seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried, the Board approved to release the Irrevocable Letter of Credit in the amount of $48,500.00 on Sunset Pond Subdivision, accepted an Irrevocable Letter of Credit for maintenance purposes in the amount of $4,294.00, and accepted Pond Road #4-4080 into the County maintenance system.

ROADS-COUNTY AND STATE/SUBDIVISIONS

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried, the Board approved the plat of Orange Lake Estates Subdivision for recording, and to accept a maintenance bond in the amount of $6,669.50, and accept the following roads into the County maintenance system:

Cherry Lane #4-4480A

Cherry Place #4-4480B

Heather Street #4-4480C

APPOINTMENTS-RESIGNATIONS/POLLUTION CONTROL

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried, the Board approved the reappointment of the following five members to the Board of Zoning Appeals for a three year term:

Edward Bergman

William Rauch          

Carl Ludecke

James Geddes, Sr.

Matthew Rice

EMERGENCY SERVICES/RESOLUTIONS

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried, the Board adopted and authorized the Chairman and Clerk to sign a Resolution establishing a Lake County Department of Emergency Management as presented by Joe Stephany, Director of Emergency Services.

Commr. Windram did not vote on the motion, because he was absent from the discussion.

CONTRACTS, LEASES AND AGREEMENTS/EAST CENTRAL FLORIDA REGIONAL PLANNING COUNCIL

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board approved and authorized the Chairman and the Clerk to sign an Amendment of the Hazardous Waste Inter-local Agreement between Lake County and the East Central Florida Regional Planning Council as presented by Joe Stephany, Director of Emergency Services.

BONDS-MOBILE HOME

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Board approved the following requests to live in a mobile home on the same piece of property on which their conventional dwellings are being built; subject to the proper bonds being posted and with the stipulation that the mobile home will be removed from the property upon completion of the conventional dwellings or upon the request of the Board of County Commissioners:

1. Kenneth E. Butler - Western Shores Area - District 1

2. Richard S. Paulin - Mt. Plymouth Area - District 4

3. Frederick Wedel - Paisley Area - District 5

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Board approved the renewal of the following bonds:

1. Floyd L. Rand - Astatula Area - District 3

2. Fred P. Thompson - Round Lake Rd. Area - District 4

On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the cancellations of the following bonds:

1. Brady Moss Fidler

2. Leroy W. Mack

3. Samuel Kephart

ASSESSMENTS

Michael C. Willett, County Administrator, addressed the Board regarding a mandatory lien assessment being imposed for Shockley Hills.

Mr. Willett informed the Board that he was recommending an assessment roll for a paved road versus a clay road based on lower maintenance costs, more improvement to upgrading the area, and the amount of traffic in the future.  He stated that he was also recommending the bid from Trac Roadbuilders in the amount of $114,758 for a paved road.  He further stated that the bid for a clay road was $45,692.

Kathy McDonald, Public Works, stated that the majority of the people in Shockley Hills want a paved road and most of the lots are vacant.

It was the feeling of the Board to follow Mr. Willett's recommendations.

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board directed the letters of communication regarding the assessment roll for a paved road reflect the Board of County Commissioner's feelings favoring the County Administrator's recommendations.

ASSESSMENTS

It was noted that the time had arrived for the public hearing on Special Assessment #19-Hilltop Subdivision, Pine Street, Lackabee Street, Laralack Avenue and Patterson Street.

Michael C. Willett, County Administrator, informed the Board of the errors on the assessment roll that have now been corrected.

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board approved the amended assessment roll for Hilltop Subdivision as corrected by Mr. Willett, County Administrator.

Mr. Kenneth L. Corle appeared before the Board to discuss the assessment roll.  Mr. Corle stated that when he first moved into the subdivision, he paid to have portions of the streets paved around his lot.  He objected to having to pay for the full assessed 70 feet.

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved to have the County participate in l/2 of the cost of the assessment on the unique lot of Kenneth L. Corle and Evonne L. Corle, Unit 2, Block B, Lot 5.

Mr. William F. Jones, Haines Creek Road, appeared before the Board to object to his assessment.  Mr. Jones stated that he did not feel he should have to pay for the paving of a road behind his property where a new subdivision was built.  He further stated that he did not understand the special levy on Pine Street.

Mr. Willett explained the classification system and the County road policy.

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board approved the assessment roll for Hilltop Subdivision as amended and corrected, and awarded the bid to Hewitt Contracting Company, Inc. in the amount of $87,410.45.

Mr. Oscar Desgalier, Fire Commissioner in Bassville Park, expressed his appreciation to the Board and the County Administrator for helping the people have the opportunity to pave their roads.

PETITIONS

Mr. Bernard W. Paulson, Mt. Dora, appeared before the Board and distributed a petition to each Board member for their review and requested placement on the Board's agenda.

COMMUNICATIONS/HEALTH DEPARTMENT

Chris Ford, County Attorney, directed the Board's attention to a letter received from Dr. June M. Atkinson, Director of the Lake County Health Department, regarding a request for a public hearing from Mrs. Judy Little, operator of Little Village Day Care Center, Inc.

The Board scheduled the hearing of Little Village Day Care Center, Inc. for May 15, 1984, 9:30 a.m., and directed a return receipt requested letter be sent to Mrs. Judy Little with a copy to Dr. Atkinson.

INDIGENTS/LAWS AND LEGISLATION

Chris Ford, County Attorney, discussed Bill 965, which, until the other day, had a provision in it that all counties would be assessed at $4.00 per citizen fee to go towards indigent health care.  Mr. Ford stated that it would cost Lake County $460,000.  He further stated that the County is paying indigent care from the 13th day to the 45th day, the County's share being approximately 35% of the care.  Mr. Ford stated that one of the major changes the Legislature is considering is the definition of “indigent,” suggesting the term “medically indigent.”  According to Representative Everett Kelly, if it would jeopardize your assets and your earnings to pay the bill, you would be declared “medically indigent.”  Mr. Ford suggested having Mr. Watkins and Lonnie Strickland and Michael Willett follow the Bill.  Mr. Ford stated that he had discussed the Bill with Senator Richard Langley and was waiting to hear from him.

Discussion was postponed until Lonnie Strickland could be contacted.

RECESS AND REASSEMBLY

At 10:38 a.m. the Board recessed for fifteen minutes.

INDIGENTS/LAWS AND LEGISLATION

Mr. Lonnie Strickland appeared before the Board to discuss Bill 965.  Mr. Strickland stated that the County has three different methods of paying indigent and hospital care: 1. through hospital tax districts; 2. Florida Health Care Responsibility Act; 3. Medicaid Hospital.  He further stated that the Bill will expand the Medicaid program, up the income level and add intact families.  Mr. Strickland stated that the Bill also has a mandatory maintenance of effort on the County.

APPOINTMENTS-RESIGNATIONS/CODE VIOLATIONS

The following applicants for the real estate vacancy on the Code Enforcement Board appeared before the Board for interview:

Fred Kurras - Eustis

Carol Panlilio - Fruitland Park

Stephen Cross - Mt. Dora

Michael C. Willett, County Administrator, explained the procedures of the Code Enforcement Board to each applicant.

RECESS AND REASSEMBLY

At 11:35 a.m. the Board recessed for lunch. The Board reconvened at 2:00 p.m. for the remaining interviews for the Code Enforcement Board.

COMMISSIONERS

Commr. Windram was not present for the afternoon session.

APPOINTMENTS-RESIGNATIONS/CODE VIOLATIONS (CONT.)

At this time the Board continued to interview the following for the real estate vacancy on the Code Enforcement Board:

William Dawson - Leesburg

Donald Miller - Mt. Dora

Michael C. Willett, County Administrator, explained the procedures of the Code Enforcement Board to each applicant.

APPOINTMENTS-RESIGNATIONS/COUNTY EMPLOYEES

Michael C. Willett, County Administrator, addressed the Board regarding applicants for the Division Directors.

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board appointed Lonnie Strickland as the Director of Health and Human Services based on the recommendations of Mr. Willett.

APPOINTMENTS-RESIGNATIONS/CODE VIOLATIONS (CONT.)

At this time the Board continued to interview Gayle Mastak, Paisley, for the real estate vacancy on the Code Enforcement Board.

Michael C. Willett, County Administrator, explained the procedures for the Code Enforcement Board.

On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried, the Board appointed Fred Kurras to the real estate vacancy on the Code Enforcement Board.

Commr. Burhans voted “no.”

COUNTY EMPLOYEES

Michael C. Willett, County Administrator, discussed not appointing a Director of Administration and moving two departments to Health and Human Services and changing the name to Health and General Services, and having the remaining departments report directly to him.

Discussion occurred regarding placing the Fairgrounds under the supervision of Lonnie Strickland, Director of Health and Human Services.

RECESS AND REASSEMBLY

At 2:28 p.m. the Board recessed until 3:00 p.m. for the public hearing on the Land Use Plan.

PUBLIC WORKS

Barbara Landwehr, Planning Department, appeared before the Board to discuss a street address naming and numbering system.  Mrs. Landwehr stated that postmasters are no longer assigning addresses.  She further stated that the short term problem was trying to get all of the addresses that have been assigned.  She stated that the long term problem was developing and implementing a countywide addressing system.  Mrs. Landwehr stated that funding for the development and implementation of a new addressing system may be available through the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).  She stated that for a short term, the Planning Department would like to recommend that, after considerable discussion, the Emergency Service's staff collect and map existing address information, and that they develop a system for assigning addresses in areas that are previously unaddressed.  She further stated that for a long term, the Planning Department would like to recommend that the County investigate the feasibility of funding through the FEMA Grant, and that the County undertake the development of a countywide addressing system, with the Emergency Services acting as the coordinating agency with help from Planning and Engineering.

Michael C. Willett, County Administrator, stated that as much work as possible will be done on the developing of the system during this fiscal year, but eventually $150,000-$200,000 will be needed to complete the task.

Chris Ford, County Attorney, stated that Chapter 25 of the Florida Statutes regarding the County's authority for assigning addresses would be reviewed by his office.

PLANNING DEPARTMENT

Mr. Dan Kotulla, County Planner, appeared before the Board to discuss the Future Land Use Plan revision.  Mr. Kotulla stated that the Planning Department divided the County into fourteen (14) planning sectors.

Mr. Lanny Harker, Assistant Planner, appeared before the Board and stated that a series of fourteen base maps, one for each sector, with transparent overlays which depict the location of existing land uses, wetland soils, high water table soils, and 100 year flood prone areas have been completed.

At this time Mr. Harker showed several maps that had been prepared.

Mr. Kotulla stated that in order to proceed with the adoption of the Plan and under Chapter 163, Florida Statutes, the following steps must be completed:

(1)  Public Hearings held throughout the County to present the proposed Plan to the residents, and receive their comments, recommendations, and objections.

 

(2)  Public Hearing before the Planning and Zoning Commission to review the proposed Plan, and to consider all public comments, recommendations, and objections presented during the six Countywide public hearings, after which the Plan shall be transmitted to the Board of County Commissioners.

 

(3)  Public Hearing before the Board of County Commissioners to review and comment on the Plan, after which copies shall be transmitted to the Department of Community Affairs, East Central Florida Regional Planning Council, and other interested governmental agencies, for review and comment.

 

(4)  Public Hearing before the Planning and Zoning Commission to consider all comments, recommendations, and objections, after which a recommendation shall be transmitted to the Board of County Commissioners.

 

(5)  Public Hearing before the Board of County Commissioners to adopt the Plan.

 

Mr. Kotulla stated that the Planning Department's overall goal and objective of the Land Use Plan is urban containment, in which the County is proposing that the future growth will take place in and around the urban areas and the urban nodes.

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried unanimously, the Board approved the area locations and times as recommended by Mr. Kotulla for advertised public hearings on the Proposed Land Use Plan.

FIRE DISTRICTS-FIRE DEPARTMENTS

Mr. Earl Williams appeared before the Board to discuss communication problems regarding the dispatching for emergency situations that had occurred.  Mr. Williams stated that the County needs a centralized emergency communications system in order to provide immediate attention to fires and ambulance calls.

The Board and Mr. Willett informed Mr. Williams that the problems are under research at the present time, but that the funds are not available for the next eighteen months to proceed with the program.

Mr. Williams also discussed with the Board the changing of street names for clearer identification of areas.

There being no further business to be brought before the Board, the meeting adjourned at 4:10 p.m.

 

Glenn C. Burhans, Chairman

James C. Watkins, Clerk

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