A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

MAY 12, 1987

The Lake County Board of County Commissioners met in regular session on Tuesday, May 12, 1987, at 9:OO a.m. in the Board of County Commissioner's Meeting Room, Lake County Courthouse, Tavares, Florida. Commissioners present at the meeting were: Thomas J . Windram, Chairman: Glenn C. Burhans: Claude E. Smoak, Jr.; James R. Carson, Jr.; and C. A. "Lex" Deems. Others present were: Christopher C. Ford, County Attorney: James C. Watkins, Clerk: Michael C. Willett, County Administrator: Katherine A. McDonald, County Administrator's Assistant: and Sandra Carter, Deputy Clerk.

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

MINUTES

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board approved the Minutes of May 5, 1987, as amended.

ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/PUBLIC HEALTH

On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried unanimously, the Board approved a request from the Lake Community Action Agency, Inc., Senior Services Program Title III-B, for funds, in the amount of $367.01 (l/12 of the $4,404.12 non-federal matching funds), and Title III C-l and C-2, in the amount of $816.90 (l/12 of the $9,802.80 non-federal matching funds) for the month of April, 1987.

RESOLUTIONS

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried unanimously, the Board approved a Resolution honoring Mr. Samuel Lewin, a Russian immigrant who has been a resident of Lake County since 1949, and has been very active in the agricultural community.

COMMUNICATIONS/SUBDIVISIONS

Commr. Windram brought to the attention of the Board a letter he received from a thirteen (13) year old boy requesting the County to build a skateboard ramp in his neighborhood (Golden Heights Subdivision). A brief discussion occurred regarding the request, however, it was decided that the County could not do so, due to insurance purposes.

No action taken.

COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR'S AGENDA

APPRAISALS

On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board approved a request, by the County Administrator, to acquire an appraisal on the railroad property west of the Courthouse complex, as well as that property south of Main Street, which adjoins parking lots.

GRANTS/ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/STATE AGENCIES/EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board approved a request to apply for a Hazardous Waste Collection Center grant, in the amount of $50,000.00, from the Florida Department of Environmental Regulations.

BIDS/CODE ENFORCEMENT/EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT

On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved a request to reject Bid No. 022-725-087, and to readvertise, for Code Enforcement communications equipment.

ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/FIRE DISTRICTS-FIRE DEPARTMENTS

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board approved a request to reimburse William J. Berry, a firefighter with the Pasco Fire District, $63.00, for tuition, upon successful completion of a Hazardous Materials II class, at Lake Sumter Community College.

ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/FIRE DISTRICTS-FIRE DEPARTMENTS

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board approved a request to reimburse Gary Crippen, with the Pasco Fire District, $189.00, for successfully completing Firefighting Tactics and Strategy, Introduction to Fire Science, and Methods and Techniques of Instruction, at Lake Sumter Community College.

ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/FIRE DISTRICTS-FIRE DEPARTMENTS

On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved a request to reimburse the Yalaha Volunteer Fire Department, $63.00 tuition, for Fred Larson, who successfully completed the Introduction to Fire Science class, at Lake Sumter Community College.

ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/CONTRACTS, LEASES & AGREEMENTS/FIRE DISTRICTS-

FIRE DEPARTMENTS

On a motion by Commr. Rurhans, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board approved a request for Change Order No. 1, Pine Lakes Fire Station, to change the substantial completion date to June 15, 1987, and to add $1,768.00 to the contract price, for additional fill and labor, bringing the total contract price to $102,526.00.

ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/CONTRACTS, LEASES & AGREEMENTS/FIRE DISTRICTS-

FIRE DEPARTMENTS

On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved a request from the Pasco Fire District, for Change Order No. 2, Meadows Fire Station, for changes required by the Department of Transportation on the driveway, in the amount of $3,371.00, bringing the total contract price to $83,862.00.

ORDINANCES/FIRE DISTRICTS-FIRE DEPARTMENTS

Mr. Chuck Sowers, Fire Coordinator, appeared before the Board to discuss and request approval of an ordinance requiring that persons bear applicable costs for unlawful open burning.

Considerable discussion occurred, weighing the pros and cons of such an ordinance.

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board denied the above stated request for an unlawful open burning ordinance.

COMMITTEES/PLANNING DEPARTMENT

Mr. Michael Szunyog, Director of Planning, appeared before the Board to request the appointment of Comprehensive Plan Citizen Advisory Committees for the Economic Development/Agriculture Element and the Housing Element.

After considerable discussion and consideration, on a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board approved the appointments of the following seven (7) individuals to the Economic Development/Agriculture Committee:

Keith Shamrock John J. Sisler

Martin M. Koshar John Whitaker

Jim Simpson John Hey

Ted Bowersox

COMMITTEES/PLANNING DEPARTMENT

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board approved the appointments of the following five (5) individuals to the Housing Element Committee:

Bill Rauch Del Thomas

William W. Lavender, Jr. Joanna F. Tsirnikas

David Marshall

BONDS - MOBILE HOME

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board approved for the following individuals to live in mobile homes on the same pieces of property on which their conventional dwelling units are being built, subject to the proper bonds being posted and with the understanding that the mobile homes will be removed upon the completion of the conventional dwelling units or upon the request of the Board of County Commissioners:

Vicki Derickson - Sorrento Area - District #4

Mervyn Baker - East Lake County Area - District #4

Included in the motion was approval of the request for the following renewals:

Mildred Tunstall - Sorrento Area - District #4

Donna Lynn Warner - Rassville Park Area - District #1

Also included in the motion was approval of the request for cancellation of the following bonds:

Hallie J. Bryant - Picciola Island Area - District #l

Todd Dittrick - South Clermont Area - District #3

ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/PLANNING DEPARTMENT

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried unanimously, the Board approved the request to purchase two desks and three chairs, for the Planning Department, at a total cost of $1,153.00.

ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/SUBDIVISIONS/ROADS-COUNTY & STATE/BONDS

On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried, the Board approved the request to release a Performance Bond, in the amount of $35,660.00, for Clear Lake Place Subdivision; to accept a Maintenance Bond, in the amount of $3,241.00; and to accept the following roads into the County maintenance system: Bonaire Street (4-6072) and Cayman Street (4-6072A).

Commr. Burhans was not present for the vote.

ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/CONTRACTS, LEASES & AGREEMENTS/ROAD PROJECTS

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried, the Board approved the request to enter into an agreement with Professional Engineering Consultants, for the preparation of a General Permit to DER, Eor the Astor Paving Project, at a cost of $50.00 per hour, not to exceed a total cost of $400.00.

Commr. Burhans was not present for the (discussion or vote.

DEEDS/RIGHT-OF-WAYS ROADS & EASEMENTS

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board approved the request to accept the following right-of-way deeds:

Judith A./Samuel A. Robins #2-1712 Underpass Road

Frank D./Donna M. Wiggins #5-9587 Alco Road

John R./Ethel M. Jones #2-1312 Rester Road

Langley Fruit Company #2-1712 Underpass Road

Herbert Mayer #4-5890 Huff Road

ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/MUNICIPALITIES/WATER AUTHORITY

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board approved the request for the final draw of $28,334.00, to Wise Marine Construction Company, for the Mt. Dora boat ramp.

RECESS & REASSEMBLY

At 9:55 a.m. the Chairman announced that the Board would recess for five minutes.

COMMITTEES/PLANNING DEPARTMENT

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the request to add Mr. Ronald Abbey's name to the Housing Element Committee.

LIBRARIES/GRANTS/AUDITS

Ms. Mary McMahon, Acting Library Coordinator for the Countywide Library System, appeared before the Board to discuss and answer any questions there might be regarding the audit for FY 1985-86, for the Countywide Library System. Ms. McMahon had previously mailed each Commissioner a copy of said audit for their review. She stated that, basically, her staff had done a good job.

A brief discussion occurred regarding the audit report and the Board thanked Ms. McMahon for a job well done.

Another item of topic discussed was a request by Ms. McMahon, for approval to apply for a grant, in the amount of $7,500.00, from the State Library of Florida, in order to hire a consultant to come in and look at automation needs for the Countywide Library System. It is not a matching grant, but a grant that the State Library would award to the County, to hire the consultant, to determine what type of automation the County will have in the future. However, there are two (2) requirements, as follows: (1) that the Board sign a contract agreeing to hire a consultant, using the money from the State to do so: and (2) that the Board accept the report that the consultant generates. The Board does not have to implement anything that is in the report, only accept it.

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board approved the request to apply for a grant, in the amount of $7,500.00, from the State Library of Florida: to hire a consultant, using these funds: and to accept the consultant's report concerning automation needs for the Countywide Library System, as stated above.

LICENSES & PERMITS

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board approved the following Gun Permits & Bonds:

New Addition

Franklin D. Thompson Donald William Connelly

ASSESSMENTS/SUBDIVISIONS

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board approved and authorized the proper signatures on the following Satisfaction of Assessment Liens:

Pine Island Shores Subdivision

William R. and Kathryn A. Ludtka $ 493.60

Highland Lakes Subdivision

Donald H. & Jean L. Cochrane 624.61

Donald H. L Jean L. Cochrane 624.61

Lakeview Heights Subdivision

Eileen M. Myers 758.23

Ralph Powell 890.44

Hilltop Subdivision

Harmon H. Hall 649.50

August Palo 1,991.80

St Johns Waterfront Estates

Irene P. Lowrie 415.61

Sorrento Ranchos

James E. & Marsha Burkepile 268.99

Eustis Heights Subdivision

George R. Henry 285.10

Crest Haven Subdivision

George C. L Hilma H. Means 387.83

George C. L Hilma H. Means 175.65

St. Johns Manhattan Subdivision

Joe A. Vaughn 1,121.88

John F. L Delores L. Krauth 1,050.44

Robert R. L Mildred Cahall 1,057.99

Hal & Mary Marchman 1,036.69

Hal L Mary Marchman 889.10

ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/COURTS-JUDGES

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board approved and authorized the proper signatures on a Satisfaction of Judgment for Paul Carr Palmer, III, in the amount of $100.00 - Case No. 85-1614MMA0101.

REPORTS/PRIVATE INDUSTRY COUNCIL

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board acknowledged receipt of the Cumulative Participant Activity Reports for Lake County, from July 1, 1986 to April 30, 1987, from the Private Industry Council.

AUDITS/REPORTS

Mr. Duke Landorf, representing the firm of Arthur Young, C.P.A., appeared before the Board to discuss and answer any questions there might be, regarding the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report for the fiscal year ending September 30, 1986. He stated that said report was prepared by the Clerk's Finance Department, under the direction of Bob Wilson, Director of Finance, and typed by the Clerk's staff. Said report meets the audit requirements for the State of Florida, as well as the Federal audit requirements.

A brief discussion occurred regarding said report. Mr. Landorf stated that there were no material compliance problems overall, and that the County would be recognized by the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) for the sixth year in a row.

The Board praised Mr. Wilson and his staff for a job well done, and thanked Mr. Landorf for his presentation.

SUITS AFFECTING THE COUNTY/PUBLIC HEALTH

Commr. Deems questioned the County Attorney, Chris Ford, as to what has been done regarding the County's suit with Health and Rehabilitative Services, concerning a lease.

The County Attorney stated that, at the present time, the suit is in Tallahassee and will he called up for a hearing sometime late this Fall for a trial.

COMMITTEES

Mr. James Watkins, Clerk, reminded the Board of the Lake County Centennial Celebration, to be held in Tavares, on Saturday, May 23, 1987, comprising of a parade, starting at 1O:OO a.m., with fireworks in the evening, as well as other events to be held during the day, of which the Board will be notified at a later date.

COUNTY EMPLOYEES/PERSONNEL

Mr. James Watkins, Clerk, brought to the attention of the Board the fact that the Assistant Personnel Director, Rod Martin, passed away on Friday, May 8, 1987.

Commr. Windram stated that he had instructed the Board secretaries to send flowers to the funeral: however, due to the funeral being held sooner than anticipated, flowers will be sent to his home, on behalf of the Board.

The Board requested that condolences be sent to Mrs. Martin, on behalf of the Board and Clerk, and that a Resolution be prepared, by the Clerk and the County Administrator, honoring him for his service to the County.

RECESS & REASSEMBLY

At 10:30 a.m. the Chairman announced that the Board would adjourn unti.l 11:00 a.m., for a presentation by Mr. Terry Courneya, County Extension Director.

AGRICULTURAL CENTER

Mr. Terry Courneya, County Extension Director, appeared before the Board to give a presentation on the role of agriculture in Lake County. A film was shown, giving an optimistic view of Lake County's future, as far as agriculture is concerned, and Mr. Courneya answered questions presented to him by the Board.

The Board praised Mr. Courneya for a fine presentation.

RECESS & REASSEMBLY

At 11:25 a.m. the Chairman announced that the Board would recess for lunch and would reconvene at 2:00 p.m. for Rezoning.

ZONING

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board approved the postponement of the following cases:

#42-87-2 Joseph E. Holland 8/11/87

CUP #86/8/4/3A Al Besade, Jr. 6/09/87

#62-87-2 Donald Bailey 6/09/87

Included in the motion was approval of the withdrawal of the following cases:

CUP #87/4/4-5 Janet Kayajan & Jeanne Harrison

CUP #87/4/l-3 Peter Weinheimer

PUBLIC HEARING #26-87-5 Seltzer Treasure Island Corporation

Mr. Steve Richey, Attorney, representing the petitioner, appeared the Board to discuss the request and answer any questions there might be from the Board.

Considerable discussion occurred regarding the request.

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the request for an amendment to the PUD, that under C. Transportation (1.), that the definition "interior roads in the PUD" be defined as a 40 ft. right-of-way with a 20 ft. paved surface, subject to engineering approval by the Lake County staff.

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the request for an amendment to c. Transportation (2.), that the right-of-way be reduced to 50 ft. and that curb and gutter be on a 24 ft. roadbed, as opposed to swell ditches.

Mr. Dave Clapsaddle, Planning Department, stated that a typographical error needed to be corrected in the PUD, under A. Residential (4.) as follows: All residential structures shall maintain a fifteen (15') ft. setback from all property lines of Treasure Island Road, rather than from the right-of-way of Treasure Island Road.

On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the request for a 15 ft. setback from the east property line rather than 25 ft.

On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried unanimously, the Board overturned the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission and approved the request for rezoning from A (Agricultural) to PUD (Planned Unit Development) for a resort/convention center, as amended.

PUBLIC HEARING #32-87-4 Florida Twin Markets

Mr. Dan Robuck, Attorney, representing the petitioner, appeared before the Board to discuss the request, by the Planning and Zoning Commission, that three (3) sides of the property in question be fenced with a chain link fence. He stated that his client feels that this is an unreasonable request, as the property (back side) is only used three times a year.

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board approved the request that item #7, under B. Current Amendments, be deleted from the CUP.

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board upheld the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission and approved the request to amend CP (Planned Commercial) to add an additional mobile home for temporary help, and parking for RV's, as amended by the Board.

#29-87-3 Franklin D . Logenbach PUBLIC HEARING

Mr. Rob Swinson, representing the petitioner, appeared before the Board to discuss the type of development that will be built on said property, and to answer any questions there might be.

Mr. Matt Cross, Durden & Associates, addressed the Board and described the layout of the development in question.

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Hoard approved the request for C-l (Rural o r Tourist Commercial) zoning be amended to CP (Planned Commercial).

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Hoard upheld the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission and approved the request for rezoning from R-l-7 (Urban Residential) to CP (Planned Commercial), as amended.

PUBLIC HEARING #54-87-5 Kiwanis Club of Astor Florida, Inc.

Mr. 0. L. Ansley, appeared before the Hoard in opposition of the request. He stated that his objection was that the property in question, which was donated to the Kiwanis Club, was erroneously described. He reviewed a map, with the Board, showing property lines. He stated that the property in question is presently in litigation.

Mr. Albert Wass de Czege, the owner of the property which was donated to the Kiwanis Club, appeared before the Board stating that he had in his possession a surveyor's map, showing the correct property lines.

A gentleman from the audience appeared before the Board in opposition of the request.

On a motion by Commr. Rurhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board upheld the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission and approved the request for rezoning from A (Agricultural) to PFD (Public Facilities District) for a day care center.

PUBLIC HEARING #61-87-5 Margaret K. Kellam

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

On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried unanimously, the Board upheld the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission and approved the request for rezoning from A (Agricultural) to RA (Ranchette District).

PUBLIC HEARING CUP #87/4/2-5 John and Helen Ruff

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

On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried unanimously, the Board upheld the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission and approved the request for a CUP in A (Agricultural) for a saddle shop.

PUBLIC HEARING #55-87-4 Earl E. Timmons, Jr.

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

On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board upheld the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission and approved the request for rezoning from R-l-7 (Urban Residential) to CP (Planned Commercial) for retail sales and services, professional offices and mini-warehouses.

PUBLIC HEARING #60-87-2 Sunny South Groves Company

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

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board upheld the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission and approved the request for rezoning from RR (Rural Residential) to CP (Planned Commercial).

PUBLIC HEARING #53-87-5 Lavoy Winton

Mr. Lavoy Winton, petitioner, appeared before the Board to discuss the request. He stated that he had purchased the property in question approximately 4 to 5 years ago, and at the time of purchase, the property was being used for auctions. He stated that he presently wants to use the property for a used car lot and auto auction, to be held two days a week. The auction will be held inside a building located on the property, with no outside speakers.

Mr. Fred Blank, the gentleman who will be putting the auction together, appeared before the Board and stated that the auction would bring in 40 jobs to the area, and that the surrounding neighbors have no objections to the auction.

On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board overturned the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission and approved the request for rezoning from A (Agricultural) to CP (Planned Commercial) for a used car lot and auto auction, as amended, to include acceleration and deceleration lanes.

PUBLIC HEARING #57-87-5 David Garlington

Mr. John Wetherington, Attorney, representing the Leesburg Humane Society, appeared before the Board to discuss the request and express an objection to the denial by the Planning and Zoning Commission.

Ms. Phyllis Kramer, Realtor, addressed the Board stating that the Humane Society is currently located on a piece of property adjacent to the Leesburg Airport and that they are presently on a month-to-month lease. When said property is sold, the Humane Society will have 30 days to move. The present building is quite dilapidated; however, repairs would be futile, as they do not own the building. Approximately one and one-half (1 l/2) years ago, the Humane Society started looking for land to purchase. The Society originally tried to get property donated, but failed. However, through pledges, the Society was able to raise enough funds to purchase their own property (the property in question), which is an ideal site for the new facility. The property has approximately one and one-half (1 l/2) acres of usable land.

Mr. Robert Tuller, a resident of Silver Lake Estates, appeared before the Board in opposition of the request, stating that he is concerned about future road problems which may be created by the Society locating at the site in question.

Mr. Dan Robuck, Attorney, representing Mr. Bill Cauthen, a resident of Silver Lake Estates and adjacent property owner to the property in question, appeared before the Board requesting that the same restrictions be placed on the Humane Society that are on the Minute Maid Corporation, such as a vegetative buffer (at least 12 ft. high and 20 ft. wide, of a dense nature) and placing all buildings 200 ft. back Erom the road frontage, as well as the east side of the property.

Mr. Mike Christensen, Architect, representing the Humane Society, appeared before the Board to answer questions regarding setback requirements and potential traffic problems.

On a motion by Commr. Burhans, seconded by Commr. Smoak and carried unanimously, the Board overturned the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission and approved the request for rezoning from RR (Rural Residential) to A (Agricultural) for a rescue and recovery center for injured, abandoned or abused animals.

RECESS & REASSEMBLY

At 3:50 p.m. the Chairman announced that the Board would recess for five minutes.

PUBLIC HEARING CUP #87/4/3-l Michelle and Edward Lape

Mr. Robert Nali, Bassville Park, owner of property adjacent to the property in question, appeared before the Board in objection to the mobile home being placed on said property, as a caretaker's residence, as he feels that it would be detrimental to the future use of his property.

Mrs. Michelle Lape, petitioner, appeared before the Board stating that she was requesting a caretaker's residence, for protection of her ceramic's shop, as it is located in a rural area.

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board overturned the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission and denied the request for a CUP in C-l (Rural or Tourist Commercial) for a mobile home to be placed on said property as a caretaker's residence.

PUBLIC HEARING #56-87-2 Clarence S. Schaffer

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

On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board upheld the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission and approved the request for rezoning from A (Agricultural) to ER (Estate Residential).

PUBLIC HEARING #46-87-2 Friendship Baptist Church

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

On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board upheld the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission and approved the request for rezoning from A (Agricultural) & C-l (Rural or Tourist Commercial) + CUP #416-2 to PFD (Public Facilities District) for a church.

PUBLIC HEARING #52-87-3 Plum Lake Mobile Home Sales, Inc.

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

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board upheld the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission and approved the request for rezoning from A (Agricultural) to LM (Light Manufacturing).

PUBLIC HEARING #58-87-3 Alfhild S. Schack

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

On a motion by Commr. Deems, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried, the Board upheld the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission and approved the request for rezoning from A (Agricultural) to AR (Agricultural Residential).

Commr. Smoak declared a conflict of interest, as he is an adjoining property owner, and abstained from voting.

PUBLIC HEARING #33-87-3 Richard G. Myers

No one present wished to discuss the request With the Board.

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Carson and carried unanimously, the Board upheld the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission and approved the request for rezoning from A (Agricultural) & RE (Rural Estates) to E R (Estate Residential).

PUBLIC HEARING #59-87-3 Space Groves, Inc.

Mr. Steve Richey, Attorney, representing the petitioner, appeared before the Board to address a road improvement request, by Commr. Smoak, that the entrance to Highway 50 be restricted from 50 ft. to 40 ft., as well a s a concern of Commr. Smoak's regarding a landscape buffer height and density requirement.

On a motion by Commr. Smoak, seconded by Commr. Burhans and carried unanimously, the Board upheld the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission and approved the request for rezoning from R-l-7 (Urban Residential) to MP (Planned Industrial) for manufacturing of lightweight concrete products, with a stipulation that the landscape buffer requirements be looked at, in view of the artist's rendering.

PUBLIC WORKS/CONTRACTS, LEASES & AGREEMENTS/ACCOUNTS ALLOWED

The County Administrator, Mike Willett, brought to the attention of the Board the fact that the contract for the Public Works Building, with Mr. John Dickerson, Architect, needed the Board's approval and signature authorization.

On a motion by Commr. Carson, seconded by Commr. Deems and carried unanimously, the Board approved and authorized the proper signatures on the contract with Mr. John Dickerson, Architect, for the Public Works Building.

There being no further business to be brought to the attention of the Board, the meeting adjourned at 4:25 p.m.

THOMAS J. WINDRAM, CHAIRMAN

ATTEST:

JAMES C. WATKINS, CLERK

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