A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
OCTOBER 2, 1984
The Lake County Board of County Commissioners met in regular session on Tuesday, October 2, 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.; Claude E. Smoak, Jr.; C. A. "Lex" Deems; and Thomas J. Windram. Others present were: James C. Watkins, Clerk; Christopher C. Ford, County Attorney; Michael C. Willett, County Administrator; Robert L. Wilson, Finance Director; and Mary C. Grover, Secretary.
Commr. Carson gave the Invocation and Commr. Smoak led the Pledge of Allegiance.
MINUTES
On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried unanimously, the Board approved the Minutes of September 18, 1984, as corrected.
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried unanimously, the Board approved the Special Minutes of September 25, 1984, as submitted.
RESOLUTIONS
On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board approved two (2) Proclamations declaring the week of October 7-13, 1984, as National Employ the Handicapped Week and as Minority Enterprise Development Week.
ELECTIONS
Commr. Burhans informed the Board that the Canvassing Board for the October 2nd, Second Primary Election will meet on Tuesday, October 2, 1984, at 6:00 p.m. in the office of the Supervisor of Elections. Mr. Ford, County Attorney, stated that he would research the legality of beginning the Canvassing Board prior to the closing of the election at 7:00 p.m.
ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board approved the request of Sheriff Griffin for monies in the amount of $640.00, to pay the Florida Sheriff's Association for 22 of the Sheriff's employees attending various seminars during the week of August 13, 1984, pursuant to Florida Statutes 943.25 (8)(A), Lake County Ordinance 1982-l.
ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Board approved the request from Sheriff Griffin for monies in the amount of $102,400 from the Capital Outlay account, subject to the availability of funds in the
1984-85 budget.
COMMUNICATIONS/PUBLIC HEALTH
Commr. Burhans informed the Board that an invitation had been received from the Lake Community Action Agency, Inc., Board of Directors, inviting the Commissioners to attend their eighteenth annual meeting and banquet on November 9, 1984, at the Leesburg Community Building. Commr. Smoak stated that he would represent the Board at the annual meeting.
HOUSING FINANCE AUTHORITY
Mr. Sam Mazzotta, Executive Director for the Orange County Housing Authority, addressed the Board to discuss the bond issue for Lake County. He presented the Board with copies of the outline of the program and the process to obtain the funds. He discussed each of the items on the outline briefly. He informed the Board that $3 million of the $30 million bond issue would originate in Lake County.
Mr. Mazzotta stated that approximately between October 10, 1984, through October 16, 1984, there will be notices in the press notifying people that they can apply for the funds.
Mr. Mazzotta further informed the Board that the following lending institutions will originate money in Lake County:
1. Cameron Brown Corporation
2. Allstate Enterprises Mortgage
3. Colonial Mortgage
4. Tucker State Bank
5. Nor-west Mortgage, Inc.
6. Stockton, Whatley, Davin & Company
7. North Central Financial Corporation
It was noted that there were no questions from those present for Mr. Mazzotta.
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 Resolution and Interlocal Agreement between Lake County and the Orange County Housing Finance Authority consenting to the Housing Finance Authority of Orange County exercising its power to issue bonds and to implement a program with proceeds of such bonds within the statutory boundaries of Lake County.
ASSESSMENTS
Mr. Michael Willett, County Administrator, informed the Board that there were those present in the audience who wished to discuss a proposed special assessment project for Sorrento Shores Subdivision.
Mrs. Inez Purdy, Sorrento Shores, addressed the Board and stated that she had a signed petition from residents requesting the special assessment.
Mr. Willett stated that there were two roads involved- arbor Way and Windward Avenue. He stated that with both roads included in the project, it met the minimum requirements of the Special Assessment Policy. Kathy McDonald, Assistant to the Director of Public Works, explained that one problem with the assessment for Harbor Way is that there is sole ownership on the south side. She stated that the property owner is opposed to the assessment. It was noted that the approximate assessment cost for that property owner on Harbor Way would be $15,000.
Discussion occurred regarding the property owners in the Subdivision assisting the property owner by paying a portion of
his assessment.
Commr. Smoak stated that in past projects, the County has reyuested that the petitioners who live there to participate with an undeveloped property owner. It was noted in the past that the County has required the additional monies be put up front if the petitioners agree to pay a portion of the cost.
Mrs. Dorene Poe was also present to discuss the special
assessment project with the Board.
At this time Commr. Burhans postponed the public hearing on Special Assessment #30, Extension of Twin Palms until 10:15 a.m. Discussion continued regarding the property owners in the Subdivision assisting the property owner by paying a portion of his lien assessment. Mrs. Purdy stated that she felt the property owners would not participate if they would be required to pay the property owner's portion up front. She questioned if the additional amount could be distributed in equal amounts and added onto the assessment.
Mr. Ford, County Attorney, stated that he did not see any problems in distributing the cost in a lien assessment manner among the remainder of the property owners if a majority of the people who would benefit from the project sign the petition, and as long as the property owner on the south side does not benefit from the project as would the property owners in the Subdivision. The Board also discussed a mandatory lien assessment. Mr. Willett stated that this project would probably fall under that category.
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Board approved to give those proponents of improving Harbor Way and Windward Avenue in Sorrento Shores Subdivision additional time as needed to get the proper petitions signed, which are prepared by the Public Works Department, which would include a cost of approximately $7,500 of the anticipated $15,000 for the south side of Harbor Way, to be distributed among those wanting the road improved and that the additional $7,500 be handled in a lien assessment manner.
Mrs. Kathy McDonald informed the Board that one person who had signed a petition placed a condition that the paving be
completed this calendar year. She stated that she would contact that property owner and inform them of the postponement.
ASSESSMENT/BIDS
At this time Commr. Rurhans announced that the time had arrived for the public hearing for Special Assessment #30, Extension of Twin Palms.
Mr. Willett, County Administrator, informed the Board that Paquette Paving Company had submitted the low bid of $8,806.50
No one present wished to discuss the Special Assessment with the Board.
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried unanimously, the Board approved the assessment roll for Special Assessment #30, Extension of Twin Palms and awarded the low bid to Paquette Paving Company in the amount of $8,806.50.
COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR'S AGENDA
BIDS/PUBLIC WORKS
On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the request to bid the painting of the Leesburg, Minneola, and Eustis maintenance barns.
ANIMAL SHELTER
Mr. Willett, County Administrator, informed the Board that a request had been received from Sumter County about the possibility of using the euthanasia chamber at the Animal Shelter. He stated that it would be a temporary arrangement until Sumter County could meet the new state laws.
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried, the Board approved the request from Sumter County to use the euthanasia chamber at the Animal Shelter for a period of six (6) months.
Commr. Burhans voted "No".
COMMUNICATIONS/MUNICIPALITIES
Mr. Dan Robuck, representative for NRG Recovery Group, Inc., addressed the Board to discuss a method of garbage disposal for Lake County. He introduced those present in the audience who are connected with the project.
Mr. Robuck gave a brief synopsis of the project. He stated that NRG Recovery Group has been working with the City of Leesburg to purchase electricity from a plant which will he powered by garbage. He explained that the City does not generate enough garbage to run the power plant: therefore they need the County's garbage. He stated that NRG Recovery Group was not requesting any type of funding, no industrial revenue bonds, as the project is privately financed.
Mr. Robuck explained that the garbage is taken and turned into electricity. He stated that until recently, the project was not economically feasible. He stated that it costs approximately $11 million to build the machines that would burn the garbage and $3 million for the electricity generating plant. He further stated that it was a turnkey operation with General Electric designing, building, and operating the plant.
Mr. Robuck stated that they were requesting that the Roard designate NRG Recovery Group as the prime disposal facility for municipalities, for franchise collectors, and commercial and industrial haulers. He explained that by designating NGR Recovery Group as the prime disposal, it would enable the County to close five acres of landfill every seven to eleven years. He stated that the County is currently closing five acres every year. Mr. Robuck requested that if the Hoard approved the concept of the project, Mr. Willett, County Administrator, and Mr. Ford, County Attorney, be authorized to enter into negotiations to formulate a contract to be presented to the Hoard for final approval.
Mr. Robuck informed the Board that the location of the facility has not been planned; but the plant has to be located within the City of Leesburg's franchise territory, and where there is a power line.
Commr. Smoak discussed the disadvantage of mileage for South Lake County. Commr. Windram stated that one alternative for South Lake County would be installing a transfer station in that area.
Mr. Willett discussed the future costs for the disposal of garbage and that in the future, Lake County would probably go to transfer stations. He stated that if the project was approved, a back up system would still be needed.
No one present in the audience wished to discuss the proposed project with the Board.
On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Board approved, conceptually, the plan presented by Mr. Robuck on behalf of NRG Recovery Group, Inc., and authorized Mr. Willett, County Administrator; Mr. Ford, County Attorney; and Commr. Windram, liaison; to work with NRG Recovery Group, Inc. on presenting a specific proposal to the Board.
Commr. Smoak requested Mr. Walters, NRG Recovery Group, Inc. to indicate to the public the timetable of when the project might be in operation. Mr. Walters indicated that it would take
approximately two years.
ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/GAME & FRESH WATER FISH COMMISSION/OUTDOOR
RECREATIONAL FACILITIES
Mr. Ed Zagar, Game & Fresh Water Fish Commission, addressed the Board requesting approval to purchase 4" PVC pipe to place barriers in Lake Griffin to prohibit the weeds from blocking the access points. He stated that he felt the approximate cost would be $l,OOO.OO and would request that the funds come from the Fisherman's Fund.
Mr. Heppberger, President of the Lake Improvement Association, addressed the Board and stated that he felt it was the responsibility of the individual property owners to fund the piping and that the Fisherman's Fund should be used exclusively for the haul seigning of fish.
On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the request from Mr. Zagar, Florida Game & Fresh Water Fish Commission, to purchase PVC pipe at an approximate cost of $1,000 from the Fisherman's Fund. Mr. Thurmond Dandridge, Shady Acres Resort, was also present to discuss the weed situation in the canals with the Board.
COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR'S AGENDA COMMITTEES/PLANNING DEPARTMENT
Mr. Michael Willett, County Administrator, addressed the Board to discuss advertising for the resort tax. He summarized the meeting held by the Tourist Development Council on September 27, 1984, regarding the advertising of the resort tax.
Mr. Carl Hammons, Planning Department, was also present to
discuss the advertising of the resort tax.
Commr. Smoak introduced Mr. Ben Nation who has had previous experience with advertising, and stated that Mr. Nation would like to address the Board.
Mr. Nation addressed the Board and gave a brief synopsis of his experience in the advertising field. He stated that he felt that by word of mouth is the best type of advertisement.
Mr. Nation stated that he felt that very little money should be spent on brochures. He suggested that public appearances should be made at local Civic Associations: for example, Rotary Clubs, Civitan, etc. He further suggested the Board consider employing someone who has expertise to carry on the publicity.
On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board authorized Mr. Willett to develop a public awareness and information program with the intent to clearly identify and educate the public as to the intent and priorities of the funds received and the passage of resort tax and that a budget be allocated not to exceed $5,000.
GRANTS
On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board authorized the Chairman's signature on the amended Section 8 Annual Contributions Contract with HUD.
DEEDS/RIGHT-OF-WAYS, ROADS & EASEMENTS
On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board accepted the following Right-of- Way Deeds:
1. Kenneth C. Sedlak - Bay Road, #4-4260
2. Richard A. Carrigan - Bay Road, #4-4260
3. Donald K. and Virginia B. Hartman - Emeralda
Island Road, #5-7528
4. Wayne H. and Sandra L. Purrenhage - Emeralda
Island Road, 45-7528.
ACCOIJNTS ALLOWED/VETERANS SERVICE
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried unanimously, the Board approved travel for Arthur Ragland, Dorothy Orr, and Jeanne Faerber, Department of Veteran Services, to attend the Mid-Winter Training Conference in St. Petersburg, Florida, from October 23 to October 26, 1984, at an anticipated cost of $676.00.
BONDS - MOBILE HOME
On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Deems 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 dwelling unit is being built, subject to the proper bonds being posted and with the stipulation that the mobile homes will be removed upon completion of the conventional dwelling unit or upon the request of the Board of County Commissioners:
1. George H. Owens - Mt. Dora Area - District #4
2. James Maloney - Montverde Area - District #3
The motion also included approval to renew the following mobile home bond:
1. Evelyn K. Speitel - Altoona Area - District #4
COMMITTEES/PLANNING DEPARTMENT
Mr. Willett, County Administrator, informed the Board that several members of the Tourist Development Committee have
volunteered to become a Speaker's Bureau.
Mr. Willett questioned if the Board wanted him to pursue with the publication of pamphlets for the resort tax. He stated that the major use of the pamphlets would be to get them to Civic Groups, as well as debates and mobile home parks.
The Board directed Mr. Willett to meet with Mr. Nation to obtain his advice on advertising.
ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT
On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board approved the request from Sheriff Griffin to replace the garbage disposal at the Lake County Jail with the purchase of a new machine from Hobart Corporation in Orlando, with the funds to cane fran the General Fund, Sheriff's Jail Maintenance Account.
APPOINTMENTS-RESIGNATIONS/FIRE DISTRICTS-FIRE DEPARTMENTS
On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board accepted the resignation of Mr. Casey Jones, Fire Commissioner for the Pasco Fire District, and directed a letter of appreciation be sent to Mr. Jones.
The motion also included appointment of Mr. J. Fred Kurras to replace Mr. Jones as Fire Commissioner for the Pasco Fire District.
DEEDS/RIGHT-OF-WAYS, ROADS & EASEMENTS
Commr . Windram informed the Board that he had received a
copy of a letter fran attorneys representing Leisure Communities, Ltd., which is the owner and operator o f the Brittany Estates Mobile Home Park in Leesburg, regarding the legal access from Highway 441 into the mobile home park. The Board referred the letter to Mr. Ford, County Attorney, for further review and to report back to the Board at the meeting on October 9, 1984.
ELECTIONS
Mr. Ford, County Attorney, informed the Board that he had spoken with Mrs. Stegall, Supervisor of Elections, regarding the Canvassing Board meeting tonight prior to the closing of the polls at 7:00 p.m. He stated the Canvassing Board would be meeting at 6:00 p.m. to sort the absentee ballots and that the ballots would not be opened until 7:00 p.m.
CONTRACTS, LEASES 6r AGREEMENTS/FIRE DISTRICTS-FIRE DEPARTMENTS MUNICIPALITIES
Mr. Ford, County Attorney, informed the Board that a request has been received from the City of Leesburg for approval of an Interlocal Agreement to provide fire protection in the County for the Morningview Subdivision. He stated that he did not see any problems with the request. It was noted that this was not a
long term agreement.
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried unanimously, the Board approved the request from the City of Leesburg and authorized the Chairman and the Clerk to sign the Interlocal Agreement between Lake County and the City of Leesburg to enable the City to provide fire protection for Morningview Subdivision.
BIDS/PUBLIC WORKS
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board awarded Bid #004-745-085, Asphaltic Concrete to the following:
1. Maintenance Area 1 and III to Asphalt Pavers
2. Maintenance Area 11 to MacAsphalt Pavers
BIDS/PUBLIC WORKS
On a motion by Comr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Board awarded the bid for the Lake County Traffic Signal System to Control Specialists Company, Orlando.
BONDS - CONTRACTOR
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Board approved the following Contractor Bonds and Cancellations:
NEW
116-85 Robert L. Barth d/b/a Barth's Welding & Construction
(Underground Utility Contractor1
402-85 Robert Boone d/b/a Boone Sign Erection & Service (Sign)
551-85 James A. Ekber (General)
607-85 Charles A. Screws d/b/a Charlie's Plumbing (Plumbing)
649-85 Thomas F. Evans d/b/a State Electric Company (Electrical)
904-85 Jimmie D. Tamsett (Electrical)
906-85 John J. Tennison (Tile, Linoleum, & Carpets)
1043-85 0. D. Divine (Specialty-Roofing)
1302-85 John W. Coffey d/b/a Wolf Branch Electrical (Electrical)
1303-85 Don's Electric & Lightning Control, Inc. (Electrical)
1698-85 Murphy Electric Co., Inc. (Electrical)
1702-85 Donald A. Jensen (Swimming Pool)
1760-85 Abraham Roth (Residential Contractor)
1900-85 Michael Slack d/b/a Michael Slack Constructors, Inc. (General)
1923-85 Jerry Helton d/b/a Dalton & Owens Electric Services Inc.
(Master Electrician)
4045-85 Charles C. Little (Air Conditioning & Heating
4169-85 Edwin D. McKinney (Residential)
CANCELLATIONS
473 Guy J. Love, Jr. d/b/a Love The Painter
1007 Nix Brothers Paving
1251 Arthur D. Yerkes
1707 Farley's SRP, Inc.
LICENSES & PERMITS
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board approved the following gun permits and bonds:
NEW
Mary Drew Getford Jessie Holliman, Jr.
David L. Marden Sharon K. Del Medico
Sam Del Medico Douglas G. Wilson
ADDITIONS
Oscar A. Thibodeau, Jr. Del C. Clemens
John S. Higgins
RENEWALS
Ralph Earl Lamb William N. Hodges
Allan J. Yasko
ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/INDIGENTS
On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board approved payment of warrant #43397 through warrant #43797 for the following accounts:
General Revenue Fine and Forfeiture
County Transportation Trust Revenue Sharing
Mosquito Control Aquatic Weed
Northeast Hospital Section 8
Private Industry Council Landfills
Countywide Library Special Assessments
The motion also included payment of the following Indigents: Bill Ryland (FmHA) for Kim Howe - $50/September
Mt. Dora Growers Company for Martin G. Giesler - $50/September
Margaret Blank for Martha M. Fleming - $50/September
Cecil Bodiford for Mary Jo Bajorek - $5O/September
A. J. Keating for Flora Eastment - $50/September
BUDGETS/FIRE DISTRICTS-FIRE DEPARTMENTS
On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board acknowledged receipt of the budget fran Pasco Fire District for fiscal year 1984-85.
REPORTS
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board acknowledged receipt of the Lake Community Action Agency, Inc., Monthly Board Packet for August, 1984.
CLERK/COURTS-JUDGES
On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Deems and
carried unanimously, the Board approved and authorized the Chairman and the Clerk to sign the Satisfaction of Judgment for Douglas Charles McDaniel, Juvenile, and Mr. & Mrs. Larry A. McDaniel, Parents, in the amount of $150.00, Case #84-509- CJ.
ASSESSMENTS
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board approved and authorized the Chairman and the Clerk to sign the following Satisfaction of Assessment Liens:
Forty Eight Estates
Eddie Leon and Vera J. W illiams $239.01
Kathryn E. Bergstrom 482.98
Pomerosa Subdivision
Gene Smith & Brenda K. H/W $656.66
Gene Smith & Brenda K. H/W 729.60
Ravenswood Park Subdivision
Michael Battle, III & Patricia J. H/W $480.85
Western Shores Subdivision
Edwin H. Scott & Nettie Ann H/W $855.48
Overton Road
Neil J. Fischer, Jr. & Judy P. H/W $1,611.83
RECESS & REASSF'BLY
At 11:40 a.m. the Chairman announced the Board would recess for lunch. The Board reconvened at 2:00 p.m. for the remainder of the agenda.
PUBLIC WORKS/ROADS, COUNTY & STATE
Mr. Michael Willett, County Administrator; Mr. Ben Benedum, Director of the Division of Public Works; and Mr. Jim Stivender, Engineering Manager: addressed the Board to discuss the Road Resurfacing and Road Construction Programs.
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the Road Construction Program:
District #l District #2
#l-6711 Royal Oak Drive #2-3138 Lakeshore Drive
#l-6611 Eagles Nest Road #2-3129 Orange Avenue
#l-6304 Spring Lake Road #2-2427 Obrian Road
#l-6313 Lake Unity Nursery Road #2-3109 Quarters Road
#l-6211 Old Lake Unity Road #2-3109A Main Avenue
#l-7906 Smitty Road #2-3108 4th Street
C-473 #2-3108A Bay Avenue
C-466 C-33 - C-48
#l-5433 Radio Road
C-466B
Sunnyside Drive
District #3 District #4
#3-0847 Lake Louisa Road #4-4189 Troon Avenue
#3-0854 Hartwood Marsh #4-4290 Prestwick Avenue
#3-1837 Cherry Lake Road #4-4289A Sakamaxon
C-19A #4-4289 Carnousti
#3-1757 Blackstill #4-4260 Bay Road
##-1860 Fosgate Road #4-4260 Bay Road
#3-1146 Anderson Hill #4-4183 Round Lake Road
#3-0840 Oswald Road Long Acres Subdivision
#3-1840 Lake Drive
#3-1840 Oklahoma Street
#3-1548 Mohawk Road
District #5
#5-7527 Emeralda Island Road
#5-6859 Oak Drive
#5-8688 Sunset
#5-8490 Island Drive
#5-8489 Dixie Drive
#5-8591 Johnson Road
#5-8588 Pine Ridge Road
#5-9685 Lightfoot
Holiday
Jamie Drive
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried unanimously, the Board approved the Road Resurfacing Program for Districts #l, #2, #4, and #5 as follows:
District #l District #2
c-449 C-565B
#l-7216 Ohio Avenue C-565A
#l-7014 Ogden #2-4607 Merridale Avenue
#l-7115 Illinois Street #2-4607A Woodland Avenue
#l-7016 Indiana Drive #2-4608 Virginia Drive
#l-7215 Kentucky Avenue #2-3412 Corley Island Drive
#l-6916 Bird Island Drive #2-3311 Hubbard Street
#2-1425 Grovemont Est. Road
#2-1220 Groveland Airport Road
#2-1503 (E) Sloan Ridge Road
#2-1503 (W) Sloan Ridge Road
#2-1412 Mt. Pleasant Road
#2-0729 Fla. Boys Ranch Road
#2-4906A Cabin Street
District #4 District #5
C-44A c-445
#4-7898 Cassia Fire Sta. Rd. #5-6860A Wallace Street
#4-4298 Wekiva River Rd. #5-9790 Pearl Street
#4-5263 South Avenue Holiday
#4-5263A Morris Street Jamie
#4-3885 Oak Lane
#4, and #5, as follows:
On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried, the Board approved the Road Resurfacing Program for District #3, as follows:
District #3
C-565B
C-565A
C-561A.#3-1846 Grassy Lake Road
#3-1860 Fosgate Road
#3-2839 Palm Avenue
#3-2350 Sugarloaf Mt. Road
#3-2233 Libby Road (Part)
#3-0729 Fla. Aoys Ranch Rd.
#3-2439 Ruckhill Road
Commrs. Deems and Smoak declared conflicts of interest and abstained from voting.
FIRE DISTRICTS-FIRE DEPARTMENTS/ORDINANCES
At 3:00 p.m. the Chairman announced that the advertised time had arrived for the public hearing to discuss the proposed Ordinance amending the Fire District Ordinances.
It was noted that the proper proof of publication was on hand as it appeared in the September 13, 1984, and September 25, 1984, editions of the Sentinel Star, Lake Little Sentinel.
Mr. Willett, County Administrator, stated that the Ordinance essentially does four things:
1. Defines and adds rescue service to the Ordinance
2. Defines fire protection services.
3. Amends Section 5.01 of each Ordinance to enable Fire Districts to enter into binding contracts in the unincorporated areas outside of their districts for rescue services and fire protection services. Enables the Fire Districts to charge a user fee for rescue services and fire protection services which are outside the district and are not under contract.
4. Amends Section 9 to require the Fire Control Commissioners prepare an annual budget and fiscal reports.
Dr. Thomas Langley, District Medical Director, addressed the Board to discuss Page 2 of the proposed ordinance under the
definition of Rescue Services. He requested that the word "hazardous" be changed to "life threatening".
The second item Dr. Langley discussed was the sentence "Not services to transport emergency victims". He stated that he felt there should be absolute control over transporting emergency victims. He further stated that he felt that in some circumstances that the Certificate of Need and Necessity is needed for the transfer of victims for long distances. He stated that he felt the transfers should be made at the unanimous decision of the District Ambulance Service, the District Medical Director, and the Hoard of County Commissioners.
Chief Manna, Minneola Fire Department, addressed the Board and stated that basically the system which has been recommended to the Board is currently being performed by South Lake County.
Mr. Bill Compton, Emergency Service Director for South Lake Hospital District, addressed the Board to discuss their method of operation in South Lake County. He stated that the District planned to relocate an ambulance in the Mascotte area. He further stated that Dr. Langley's suggestions did not affect his operation and that they did not have any need for any additional Certificate of Needs and Necessities.
Mr. Robert Moore, Leesburg Regional Medical Center, questioned Dr. Langley's recommendations. Commr. Smoak questioned if an Interlocal Agreement between two agencies through the Board of County Commissioners would be feasible. Mr. Willett stated that it was the intent of the proposed ordinance to allow the Districts to have rescue services and not encourage the ambulance building.
On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board approved to amend the proposed ordinance, under Section 5.01, Rescue Services, as follows:
1. Change the wording from "hazardous" to "life threatening".
2. Amend last sentence to read: "Not services to transport life threatening victims; unless with interlocal agreements approved by the Board of County Commissioners that service to transport life threatening victims are authorized.
Mr. Willett informed the Board that the second amendment to the proposed ordinance was the inclusion of the definition for fire protection services. No one present in the audience wished to discuss this proposed amendment with the Board.
Mrs. Kathy McDonald, Assistant to the Public Works Director, informed the Board that a portion of the sentence in Section 5.01 of each Ordinance, Pages 3 and 4, had been inadvertedly left out of each paragraph and that it would be corrected. She further stated that the following language had been added to the paragraph: "Such contracts may provide for the payment of a fee. The fee for contractural service shall be the same as fees approved on the Lake County Referendum, attached hereto as Schedule A".
On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board approved the amendment to Section 5.01 to each of the Ordinances.
The Board discussed Schedule A, the fee schedule.
Commr . Smoak gave a brief synopsis of the last two (2) years pertaining to fire protection.
Mr. Dan Kotulla, Planning Department, informed the Board of four areas that the Planning Department is attempting to work on.
1. Identify existing fire departments.
2. Determine the effective areas of coverage and by which Department. (Map)
3. Seek input from existing fire departments as to their ability to expand current boundaries (include newly forming departments, such as, Woodlea and Okahumpka Volunteers).
4. Determine the funds available in each geographical area through the structure tax to finance expansion.
Mr. Walt Zeiner, Pasco Fire Chief, addressed the Board to discuss the proposed ordinance. He stated that he felt that the Fire Departments should have the authority to do fire inspections for buildings and to be able to enforce their findings. He stated that the Lake County Building Department did not have a certified fire inspector on the staff. He stated that buildings are being built which do not meet the fire codes.
On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board authorized Mr. Willett to meet with a select committee of fire suppression people to discuss their perceived problem areas in Lake County, particularly looking at the recommendation of the Fire Chief's Association for someone to review the Subdivision Plats and PUD's prior to approval.
Mrs. McDonald informed the Board that anytime there is a subdivision going through subdivision review within a Fire District, a district is notified.
Chief Griggs, Mt. Dora Fire Department, addressed the Board and stated that he wished to support the statements made by Mr. Zeiner. He stated that no plans go through the City of Mount Dora without the approval of the Fire Department.
Mr. Larry Lipps, Northwest Fire District, and Mr. Waller, Shockley Hills Fire Department, were also present to discuss a fire inspection system.
On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board approved the amendments to the ordinance relating to the rescue and fire protection.
Commr. Windram informed the Board that a letter of objection had been received from the Sorrento/Mt. Plymouth Volunteer Fire Department.
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved to place the following Ordinance on the floor for its first and final reading by title only:
AN ORDINANCE PURSUANT TO FLORIDA STATUTE 125 AMENDING ORDINANCES #79-8, #80-l, #80-2, #80-3, #80-4, and #80-5 WHICH ORDINANCES CREATED RESPECTIVELY THE PASCO, MOUNT PLYMOUTH, PAISLEY, NORTHWEST, BASSVILLE AND SOUTH LAKE FIRE DISTRICTS WITHIN LAKE COUNTY; PROVIDING THAT THOSE FIRE DISTRICTS ARE AUTHORIZED AND EMPOWERED TO PROVIDE FIRE PROTECTION SERVICES FOR PROPERTY LOCATED OUTSIDE SAID DISTRICTS THROUGH CONTRACTUAL AGREEMENTS; PROVIDING THAT SUCH CONTRACTUAL AGREEMENTS SHALL PROVIDE FOR PAYMENT OF A FEE; PROVIDING A USER FEE CHARGE FOR SERVICES; PROVIDING FOR RESCUE SERVICES; PROVIDING FOR AN ANNUAL BUDGET; PROVIDING FOR AUDIT FORMAT; PROVIDING A SEVERANCE CLAUSE: PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Board adopted Ordinance 1984-9, as amended, as read on its first and final reading by title only.
There being no further business to be brought to the attention of the Board, the meeting adjourned at 4:lO p.m.
Glenn C. Burhans, Chairman
James C. Watkins, Clerk
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