A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

AUGUST 7, 1984

The Lake County Board of County Commissioners met in regular session on Tuesday, August 7, 1984, at 9:00 a.m. in the Board of County Commissioner's Meeting Roan, Lake County Courthouse, Tavares, Florida. Commissioners present at the meeting were: Glenn C. Burhans, Chairman: James R. Carson, Jr.; Claude E. Smoak, Jr.; C. A. "Lex" Deems; and Thomas J. Windram (arriving at 9:20 a.m.). Others present were: James C. Watkins, Clerk; Christopher C. Ford, ; and County Attorney; Michael C. Willett, County Administrator Toni M. Austin, Secretary.

Mr. Watkins gave the Invocation and the Pledge of Al was led by Commr. Smoak. legiance

MINUTES

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board approved the Minutes of July 17, 1984, as presented, and the Special Minutes of July 24, 1984, as presented.

ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/GAME AND FRESH WATER FISH COMMISSION

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the request from the Game and Fresh Water Fish Commission to purchase 25 bags of Soybean Chips at $19.50 per bag, total cost of $487.50.

RESOLUTIONS

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried unanimously, the Board approved a Proclamation declaring October 12th and 13th, 1984, as Bahia Temple's Paper Drive Days.

CONTRACTS LEASES AND AGREEMENTS/COURTHOUSE

Mr. Watkins informed the Board that the letter agreement for the office space for the South Lake Annex expires September 30, 1984, with option to renew at $225.00 per month.

BONDS - CONTRACTOR

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

Bonds:

New

443-85 Harlen L. Northup d/b/d Northup Tile

1245-84 George Vining & Sons, Inc.

1295-84 Raulerson Roofing, Inc. (Roofing)

4150-84 Richard S. Paulin (Residential Contractor)

4151-84 James B. D Paynter & Joseph Jeffery Paynter d/b/a Paynter and Sons (Building Contractor)

4152-84 K & J Masonry (Masonry)

4153-84 Paul E. Bordeau d/b/a Bordeau Plumbing (Plumbing)

4154-84 James Patrick McLeod (Residential Contractor)

4155-84 Francis J. Steffens (Electrical)

4156-84 Victor Scine d/b/a Florida Electric of Ocala

(Electrical)

LICENSES AND PERMITS

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

and bonds:

New

Ernest Morris Joan Elaine Szabo

William R. Summerlin Sandor I. Szabo

Sybil Summerlin D. W. Zimmerman

Renewals

Danny E. Brown Edward E. Smith, Jr.

R. G. Hyatt Dennis Wilson

Steven T. Lester

Additions & Deletions

William R. Brooks Richard Summerlin

Ray Bryant Horace Lee Webb

Bobby R. Emily

ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/INDIGENTS

On a motion by Commr Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board approved payment of Warrant #41796 through Warrant #42196 for the following accounts:

Included in the motion was payment of the following Indigents:

Nathan Smith for Yvette M. Levins - $50 - District #l - July

Jimmy Nevins for Patty English - $50 - District #l - July

Black Bass Resort for Clarence Shelton - $50 - District #5 - July

APPOINTMENTS-RESIGNATIONS/FIRE DISTRICTS-FIRE DEPARTMENTS

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried unanimously, the Board accepted the resignations of

Joan I. Irwin from the Mt. Plymouth Fire District and Frank Sargent from the Bassville Fire District and directed a letter of appreciation to each.

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried unanimously, the Board appointed Tom Tucker to the Bass- ille Fire District, as recommended by Charles Blymeyer and the Sunnyside Homeowners Association

On a motion by Commr. Smoak seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board appointed Ray Schalk to the South Lake Fire District.

APPOINTMENTS-RESIGNATIONS/PUBLIC HEALTH

On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the resignation of the Reverend Terry Jackson from the North Central Planning Council and directed a letter of appreciation and regret.

PUBLIC HEALTH

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

carried unanimously the Board approved and authorized signatures

on the Petition for Admission to the A. G. Holley State Hospital

for George Caine.

COUNTY PROPERTY

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved and authorized the

Chairman to sign the list of items to be deleted from the County's Fixed Assets for the month of August, 1984, as follows: Prop.# Dept. Item Amount Reason

172 Surplus Table $ 25.00 To be junked

2376 Mosquito

Control Air Conditioner 25.00 To be junked

3928 Surplus Arm Chair 43.00 To be junked

4776 Surplus Zenith Color T.V. 620.00 To be junked

5461 Pollution Polaroid Camera 46.20 To be junked

Control

6094 Surplus Wooden Desk 5.00 To be junked

7219 Leesburg Barn Chain Saw 284.98 To be junked

7491 Surplus Vehicular Charger 245.00 To be junked

Total $1,294.18

COURTS-JUDGES

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried unanimously, the Board approved and authorized the Chairman.and the Clerk to sign the Satisfaction of Judgment for Jennifer Renee Wile, Harvey Wile and Ruby Wile, Case #84-375-CJ ($50.00)

REPORTS

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

June 22, 1984 ($10,006.45) July 13, 1984 ($11,609 14)

July 20, 1984 ($11,195.34) July 31, 1984 ($15,529.35)

COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR'S AGENDA

AMBULANCES-HOSPITAL DISTRICTS/MUNICIPALITIES/RESOLUTIONS

On a motion by Commr. Smoak seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the request from the Astor Volunteer Rescue Service for renewal of their Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity to operate a basic life support rescue ambulance.

COUNTY EMPLOYEES/PLANNING DEPARTMENT

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried unanimously, the Board approved to hire Julienne Barton as Secretary II for the Planning Department at an annual salary of $9,000.00.

ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/PUBLIC WORKS

On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the purchase of five new remote radio desk sets at a cost of $l,llO.OO.

ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/ROAD PROJECTS

On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the following change order:

Project 8-84, Emeralda Island Road increase of $6,910.00 for two additional cross pipes and remobilization charge.

On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Board approved the following change order.

Project l-84, Spring Lake Road, increase of $1,630.40 to repave portions of Sunnyside Drive #l-4122 and Portland

Street #4-5469.

ROADS-COUNTY AND STATE

Discussion occurred regarding the Department of

Transportation recapping roads and the County's design-build procedure allowing potential bidders to bid on such a basis.

Mr. Willett stated that there are recycling projects taking place at the present, but the projects are actually in the experimental stage as far as costs are concerned.

ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/AGRICULTURE CENTER

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried, the Board approved the request to replace ten (10) sky- lights at the Agriculture Center at an estimated cost of $800.00.

Commr. Smoak was not present for the vote.

DEEDS/RIGHT-OF-WAYS, ROADS-EASEMENTS

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried, the Board accepted the Right-of-Way Deed from James Scobie, Lake Burns Road #5-7573.

Commr. Smoak was not present for the vote.

RIGHT-OF-WAYS, ROADS-EASEMENTS/DEEDS

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried, the Board accepted the following Non-Exclusive Easements on Robbins Road:

1. Lawrence and Marjorie Kauffman

2. Marilyn Bender

3. Charles and Shirley Long

Commr. Smoak was not present for the vote.

PUBLIC WORKS/RIGHT-OF-WAYS, ROADS-EASEMENTS

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board approved the request from residents of Lester Drive CRl-7901C located in Orange Blossom Gardens Sub-division to have the County remove a large oak tree from the County right-of-way.

ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/PLANNING DEPARTMENT

On a motion by Commr Smoak, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried, the Board approved for Dan Kotulla to attend the 1984 Florida Planning Conference in Tampa, October 3, 1984, through October 5, 1984, at an estimated cost of $335.00.Commr Windram was not present for the vote

SUBDIVISIONS

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried, the Board approved the Mission Village at Mt. Dora plat for recording, and accepted an Irrevocable Letter of Credit in the amount of $98,615.00.

Commr. Windram was not present for the vote.

ROADS-COUNTY AND STATE/SUBDIVISIONS/RESOLUTIONS

On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Board approved to release the Irrevocable Letter of Credit in the amount of $lO,OOO.OO, and accepted the following roads in Blue Creek Point into the County maintenance system:

1. Blue Creek Road #5-9787A

2. Airport Road #5-9787D

3. Chestnut Road #5-97873

4. Otter Road #5-9787G

5. Branch Road #5-9787F

BONDS - MOBILE HOME

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board approved the following requests for the renewal of mobile home bonds

1. Markus W Fields - Cassia Station Area - District #4

2. Robert Pyle - Pine Lakes Area - District #4

3. Randell L. Harvey - Grand Island Area - District #5

On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the following cancel- lations of mobile home bonds:

1. John James Mathews

2. Warren J. Crane

3. Coy Stevens

CONTRACTS, LEASES AND AGREEMENTS/PROPERTY APPRAISER/FIRE

DISTRICTS-FIRE DEPARTMENTS

Mr. Willett informed the Board that he had met with Chris Ford, County Attorney, and Ed Havill, Property Appraiser, and discussed a three-party contract which would require the Board to pay $115,000 in order to obtain a guarantee from the consultant to complete the fire protection project for the 1985 tax rolls.

Mr. Ford stated that there was no problem with the Board hiring the people to do the transcription work and paying them directly from the County Treasury which would avoid the budget amendment to Mr. Havill's budget, but the County would be faced with the same basic decision: the County spending $115,000 or more to get the project done so that a structure tax can be imposed in 1985, or the County letting Mr. Havill basically perform the project and spending $15,000 for the software and programming and not have it completed until 1986.

Discussion occurred regarding the consultant's profit in the contract.

Commr. Smoak stated that his feelings were that Mr. Havill has the responsibility and also needs the freedom of selection of the individual that he needs to do the work. He further stated that he had a problem with the cost of $115,000 as opposed to $50,000-$60,000.

Commr . Deems stated that the question of fire protection had already been before the voters on four occasions and that this was the first time that the voters had voted in favor of it. He further stated that he, along with the taxpayers, do not feel that there is an urgency for the fire protection.

Commr. Carson made a motion, which was seconded by Commr. Deems, for the Board to stop consideration of trying to place fire protection on the 1985 tax rolls, and work with the Property Appraiser's Office and his regular schedule to have it placed on the tax rolls in 1986.

Discussion occurred regarding the consultant actually guaranteeing the completion of the project by 1985, or Mr. Havill having made such a guarantee.

Commr. Smoak stated that the guaranteed way to get the project done would be to offer the consultant a contract, with an absolute guarantee it would be completed in time to meet the 1985 tax year, with a contractual basis that is acceptable to Mr. Havill. He stated that he would favor that the County work toward 1985 if the consultant will give an absolute guarantee on a contractual basis.

Mr. Ford stated that Mr. Havill felt that the only way to complete the project for 1985 would be to contract with the con- ultant, who is only willing to do it if the County guarantees the $115,000 and pays the bonding premium, and if the contract is not entered into, Mr. Havill will have it completed for 1986.

At this time the Chairman called for the question on the motion. The motion was carried with Commr Windram and Commr. Smoak voting "no".

Commr. Windram stated that he opposed the motion for the reason of not being satisfied with the amount of information that the Board has available from the Property Appraiser's Office and the type of agreement.

ROAD CLOSINGS - Groveland Farms - Petition #357

The Chairman announced that the advertised time had arrived for the public hearing on the vacating of that portion of a road easement, Groveland Farms.

It was noted that the proper proof of publication was on hand as it appeared in the July 17, 1984, and July 24, 1984, editions of the Sentinel Star, Lake Little Sentinel

No one wished to address the Board regarding the road vaca- tion.

On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved to vacate that portion of road easement running north and south between the following tracts: 34 & 35, 46 & 47, 50 & 51, 62 & 63 of Groveland Farms, recorded in Plat Book 2, page 11 in Section 29, Township 23, Range 25, recorded in Lake County, Florida, for Edna P. Bronson, as per Petition NO. 357.

CONTRACTS, LEASES AND AGREEMENTS/PROPERTY APPRAISER/FIRE

DISTRICTS-FIRE DEPARTMENTS (CONT'D)

Commr. Smoak requested that the Board continue to communicate with Mr. Havill and try to get to the public a concrete commitment when the fire protection project will be completed.

Commr. Deems suggested to continue to work with Mr. Havill and supply him with the help that he needs, without going through any budget changes, so that the Board is assured that eveything is being done to get it on the 1985 tax rolls, and if not possible, on the 1986 tax rolls.

Commr. Smoak requested that Mr. Willett provide the Board with a definite time frame so that the Board can be working with the fire districts, and communicate with Mr. Havill and find out what he needs from the Board to complete the project as soon as possible.

Commr. Windram made a motion which was seconded by Commr. Smoak for a contract to be prepared for the signatures of Mr. Havill and the consultant with guarantees from both that the project would be completed for the 1985 tax rolls.

Commr. Deems stated that he felt that if the contract was not upheld, the Board would get into a lot of litigation, and that there has been too much of a time lapse at this point for anyone to make such a commitment.

Mr. Willett discussed the present three-party contract and how each phase would work. It is the consensus of the Board that the total turnkey project would be ready for the 1985 tax rolls without exception.

The Board voted on the motion which was carried unanimously.

ASSESSMENTS

The Chairman announced that the advertised time had arrived for the public hearing on Special Assessment #27, Jackson Road.

No one wished to address the Board regarding the assessment.

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board approved Special Assessment #27, Jackson Road, and awarded the lowest bid to Paquette Paving Company, Inc. in the amount of $31,544.00.

Mrs. Jean Ward, Leesburg, appeared before the Board and discussed the potholes on the east end of the road, and stated that she was in favor of the assessment.

MUNICIPALITIES/PUBLIC WORKS

On a motion by Commr. Smoak seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board adopted the prorata percent of totals on the 2c Optional Gas Tax as indicated in the memorandum dated July 23, 1984, as presented by Mr. Willett.

BONDS/MEETINGS

On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the appropriate person from the County Attorney's Office or the County Administrator's Office to attend a workshop meeting in Tallahassee on August 16, 1984, on Industrial Development Bond Allocation.

ROAD CLOSINGS

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board approved that the road vacations that would normally be heard August 21, 1984, at 2:00 p.m. or as soon thereafter as possible, be postponed until 3:30 p.m. on August 21, 1984, and that all parties involved be notified.

APPOINTMENTS-RESIGNATIONS/PUBLIC HEALTH

On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board appointed Lonnie Strickland, Director of Health and General Services, to the Task Force for the District III Area Agency on Aging, as recommended by Mr. Willett.

POLLUTION CONTROL

Paulette Muller, Director of Pollution Control, appeared before the Board to discuss the Pollution Control Board rule changes. Mrs. Muller stated that at the public hearing only two people spoke in favor of the changes and no one spoke in

opposition.

Mr. Donald Bronson, Clermont, appeared before the Board and stated his concern regarding the developing of more rules and stated he felt that the Department of Environmental Regulations will take care of the majority of the problems. He requested that the property owner's view be considered because the County may get into a lot of litigation.

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Board approved, subject to the public hearing which was held before the Pollution Control Board, the changes to the Pollution Control Board Rules as presented by Paulette Muller.

Mrs. Muller stated that in the near future, consideration will be given to revising the complete set of Pollution Control Rules. She requested input from the Board and any interested persons.

ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/SOIL CONSERVATION

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board approved the travel request for Ray Powers, Soil Conservation, to attend a meeting on the use of neutron probe equipment in Gainesville, Florida, August 14, 1984, and August 15, 1984, in the amount of $50.00.

ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/AGRICULTURE CENTER

On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Board approved the request from Earl M. Kelly, Director of the Lake County Extension Services, to purchase one Canon VR-20A Video recorded system (portable) and two 5 foot gold tip video cables in the amount of $1,162.90.

APPOINTMENTS-RESIGNATIONS/MENTAL HEALTH

Commr. Burhans informed the Board that a letter had been received from the Department of Health and Rehabilitative Services stating that, based on our County's population, two representatives were to be appointed to the Alcohol, Drug Abuse, and Mental Health Planning Council. At this time the request was referred to Commr Burhans and Mr. Lonnie Strickland.

COMMUNICATIONS/LAWS AND LEGISLATION

Commr. Burhans referred the letter from the Department of Natural Resources concerning amending the vessel titling and registration laws to Mr. Willett to review and report back to the Board.

RECESS AND REASSEMBLY

At 11.15 a.m. the Board recessed for fifteen minutes.

COMMITTEES/PLANNING DEPARTMENT

Mr. Carl Hammons, Planning Department, appeared before the Board and discussed the Tourist Development Plan. He stated that the top priority will be for site planning and land acquisition for the center, stadium and arena.

Commr . Smoak extended his compliments to the Chairman and the Tourist Development Council for their accomplishments.

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the adoption of the Tourist Development Plan; that a properly worded ballot question be formulated for presentation to the electorate in Lake County; and the Board of County Commissioners endorse the Plan to the general public in the November election.

Mr. Tom Wetherington, Mt. Dora, questioned the criteria upon which the site plan would be based.

Mr. David Fennell, Eustis, questioned the period of time that the tax would be effective in the plan and if any plans have been actually made for the physical site.

On a motion by Commr. Smoak seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board directed the County Attorney's Office to draft the implementing ordinance for the adopted Tourist Development Plan, and the staff be directed to develop a ballot question, which would implement the statutory requirements of the question.

MUNICIPALITIES/OUTDOOR RECREATIONAL FACILITIES

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board directed the request from the City of Clermont to Mr. Willett to assign the appropriate staff to draw up the bid specs and bid out the necessary replacement costs of bringing the fishing pier at Lake Minneola and 8th Street up to standards, under the Boating Improvement Funds.

APPOINTMENTS-RESIGNATIONS/PROPERTY APPRAISER/COMMISSIONERS

Commr. Burhans informed the Board that the Property Appraisal Adjustment Board is scheduled to meet September 25, 1984, and possibly September 26, 1984. At this time the following Commissioners were selected to serve on the Board: Commr. Burhans, Commr. Smoak and Commr. Windram.

RECESS AND REASSEMBLY

At 11:50 a.m. the Chairman announced that the Board would

recess for lunch. The Board reconvened at 2:00 p.m.

GRANTS/MUNICIPALITIES/RIGHT-OF-WAYS ROADS- EASEMENTS/RESOLUTIONS

Mr. Bob Jarrell, City Manager of Eustis, appeared before the Board to discuss Resolution No. 84-08 adopted by the City of Eustis. He stated that the proposed by-pass of 452-A from SR 19 to SR 44-A would help relieve traffic congestion in downtown Eustis, improve traffic flows in the unincorporated areas east, west and north of Eustis, and serve industrial and commercial needs of Lake County. He further stated that the City Commission was requesting the members of the Board of County Commissioners approve the concept of the highway by-pass, and participate in the cost of construction in a fair and equitable manner. Mr. Jarrell stated that this follows the original plan of the Department of Transportation. He further stated that approximately three-fourths of the right-of-way has been obtained. Mr. Jarrell stated that the total job would consist of 2.2 - 2.3 miles at an estimated cost of $800,000. He further stated that it would consist of two phases, approximately $425,000, being used to construct SR 19 to Getford Road. He stated that he felt that if the construction was turned over to the County it would save a lot of costs, and the City intends to secure the right-of-way. Mr. Jarrell stated that the City Commission adopted the Resolution July 19, 1984, and requested him to execute an agreement with the County within 30 days.

Mr. Jarrell suggested a 50-50 split on the costs involved for the construction. He stated that the City is proposing to use some water money for the land acquisition, and the money that the City receives from the developer will be used to recover the cost of the land, which will then be used as the City's share in the road construction.

Michael Stearman, City of Eustis, appeared before the Board and discussed the Development Block Grant Program and the costs should the grant be received. He stated that the maximum amount that could be requested was $750,000, and it is a competitive grant.

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Board adopted Resolution No. 84-08 as presented by the City of Eustis, and that the County agree to participate in the first phase of construction in a fair and equitable manner, portion of costs to be determined by negotiation between the parties, not to exceed the amount of $200,000.

Mr. Stearman discussed the request from the City of Eustis for the County to authorize the County Administrator to prepare and submit a Small Cities Development Grant with the County being the applicant. He stated that the last public hearing will be held on Thursday, August 9, 1984, and then appear before the Board with the Grant application on August 21, 1984, for its approval.

Mr. Willett stated that he had a problem with the time frame for the construction. He further stated that if a permit is needed, it would not be possible to obtain one by October.

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously the Board approved the request from the City of Eustis for the County to authorize the County Administrator to pursue the Grant with the City subject to the County's final approval prior to submittal, and authorized the Chairman and the Clerk to sign the Grant.

Mr. Stearman discussed with the Board the Citizens

Participation Plan.

On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the Citizens Participation Plan and appointed the following members to the Task Force:

1. Glenn Burhans, Chairman

2. S.T.E. Pinkney

3. Sam Gaskin

4. Derryl Benton

5. James E. Binkley

6. Charles Pettijohn

COMMITTEES

Commr. Burhans informed the Board of a letter received from the Lake County Historical Society regarding the Board

participating in their bicentennial.

Mr. Ford stated that he would research the request and report back to the Board at the next meeting.

CONTRACTS, LEASES AND AGREEMENTS

Chris Ford, County Attorney, presented to the Board a land contract between Lake County Citrus Sales, Inc. and Lake County, which the Board had requested Mr. Willett to negotiate on the appraised price. Mr. Ford stated that the contract was for the appraisal in the amount of $73,500.00, which they were requesting the net price, and the reservation of 20 feet along the northerly property line. He further stated that he did not feel that the title search could be done by August 25, 1984, but he had contacted Earl Peterson, their attorney, who stated that he had no problem with September 25, 1984, as the closing date.

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board approved the Contract for Sale and Purchase between Lake County Citrus Sales, Inc. and Lake County as outlined by the County Attorney.

CONTRACTS, LEASES AND AGREEMENTS/PROPERTY APPRAISER/FIRE

DISTRICTS-FIRE DEPARTMENTS

Mr. Ford discussed the intent of the contract with the

consultant and Ed Havill regarding the fire protection programming and the placing of the project on the 1985 tax rolls. At this time the Board clarified that authorization was given for a guaranteed contract in the amount of $115,000, not a cost-plus contract.

Mr. Ford also discussed with the Board the payment of the Performance Bond. At this time he recommended that the Board approve a maximum amount of premium on the bonding.

It was the feeling of the Board to set a maximum amount of $10,000 for the Performance Bond.

There being no further business to be brought to the attention of the Board, the meeting adjourned at 3:10 p.m.

Glenn C. Burhans, Chairman

James C. Watkins, Clerk

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