A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

DECEMBER 20, 1988

The Lake County Board of County Commissioners met in regular session on Tuesday, December 20, 1988, 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: C. W. "Chick" Gregg, Chairman: Thomas J. Windram; Richard Swartz; Michael J. Bakich; and Don Bailey. Others present were: Christopher C. Ford, County Attorney; James C. Watkins, Clerk and Acting County Administrator; Katherine A. McDonald, Assistant County Administrator; Robert K. McKee, Chief Deputy Clerk; and Linda Springston, Deputy Clerk.

James C. Watkins, Clerk, gave the Invocation and the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Commr. Bakich.

MINUTES

On a motion by Commr. Swartz, seconded by Commr. Bailey and carried unanimously, the Board approved the Special Minutes of December 9, 1988, as presented.

On a motion by Commr. Bakich, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Board approved the Regular Minutes of December 13, 1988, as amended.

ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/BONDS - CONTRACTOR/INDIGENTS

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

New

0437-89 John R. Laye Housemoving

0449-89 Jack Eichenburg (Register Commercial Pool Contractor)

0671-89 Quinton Downing

1442-89 Terry V. Schichtel dba Peoples Gas System, Inc.

(Plumbing)

1883-89 Eddie T. Palmateer dba Ace Heating & Air

Conditioning (HARV Class B)

4157-89 Raymond Les Anderson dba Air Handling, Inc.

4319-89 C. W. Fischer Electric, Inc. (Electrical Contractor)

4359-89 William Abbott dba Abbott Electric Company

4367-89 Isaac J. Wheelis dba Ike The Plumber (Plumbing)

4393-89 F & S Plumbing Company, Inc. (Plumbing)

4467-89 Bowles Roofing/Donald Bowles (Roofing)

4568-89 Bruce Fitzgerald (Building)

4591-89 Billy Blackman & John Landfair dba B. & B Electric

(Electrical)

4615-89 Harold Umstattd, Jr. & Allstar Electric (Electrical)

4667-89 Johnny Meeker (Electrical)

4668-89 Ronald R. Sessions (Masonry)

4669-89 Kim Cochrane (Plumbing)

4670-89 Gary J. Hills dba Hills Aluminum (Sheet Metal)

4671-89 Greg Bannister dba Victory Sign Industries (Sign)

4672-89 Richard G. Walker dba Walker Aluminum (Aluminum)

4673-89 John J. Madeya, Jr. dba Madeya Electric (Electrical)



Cancellations

1183-88 David L. Delancett dba Dave's Mobile Home Repair

3093-88 John T. Williams

4160-88 Charles Hulme

4221-89 Dockmasters of Florida, Inc. (Dock & Deck Building)

4356-89 Donald J. Parker

4471-88 Frank Cox Construction

Included in the motion was the payment of Warrant #89199 through Warrant #89619, for the following accounts:

Paisley Fire District Countywide Fire District

Aquatic Weed Bassville Fire District

Pasco Fire District County Transportation Trust

General Revenue Countywide Library

Mosquito Control Northwest Fire District

Private Industry Council Landfills

Fine & Forfeiture South Lake Fire District

Mt. Plymouth Fire District Special Assessments

Section 8 Eustis Section 8

Emergency 911 Fund Capital Outlay

Certificate of Indebtedness Road Impact

Fish Conservation Law Library

Northeast Hospital Northeast Ambulance

Northwest Ambulance

Also included in the motion was the payment for the following Indigent:

City of Tavares for Kimberly Watkins - Dist. #2/$50.00

BONDS/JAILS/PRIVATE INDUSTRY COUNCIL/PROPERTY APPRAISER/REPORTS

On a motion by Commr. Bakich, seconded by Commr. Swartz and carried unanimously, the Board approved and authorized the proper signatures on the Public Officials Bond, for James P. Loflin, Assistant Property Appraiser for Lake County.

Included in the motion the Board acknowledged receipt of the following reports:

Cumulative participant activity reports, for Lake County, from the Volusia, Lake, Flagler, Private Industry Council, Inc., from July 1, 1988 to November 30, 1988.



Second Annual Follow-up Inspection Report, from the Florida Department of Corrections, dated November 29, 1988, for the Lake County Jail (Main and Annex) (Two reports).



COMMITTEES/COURTHOUSE/MEETINGS

Mr. Watkins, Clerk and Acting County Administrator, brought to the attention of the Board a letter from Mr. Martin J. Campbell, Vice-chairman of the Lake County Democratic Executive Committee, requesting permission to use the Commission Chambers, in the New Courthouse, for their monthly meetings, which are held on the third Monday of each month.

Mr. Watkins recommended approval of the request, stipulating that this type of non-public meeting be held on the 4th Floor of the Old Courthouse, because that building does not have the security precautions, which are required in the New Courthouse.

On a motion by Commr. Swartz, seconded by Commr. Bailey and carried unanimously, the Board authorized the Clerk and Acting County Administrator to send a letter to the Democratic Executive Committee, welcoming them to use the facility in the Old Courthouse, explaining in that letter the Board's concerns regarding security.

The Board also directed that a letter be sent to the Republican Executive Committee, who has presently been using the Commission Chambers, advising them of the same.

COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR'S AGENDA

CONSENT AGENDA

ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/FIRE PROTECTION

On a motion by Commr. Bailey, seconded by Commr. Swartz and carried unanimously, the Board approved the request for the purchase of 10 Motorola hand held radios (Model #HT-600), from Motorola Communications and Electronics, at a cost of $6,120.00.

Included in the motion the Board approved the request for Karen Bowerman to attend the National Fire Academy's Executive Development III Class, offered in Emittsburg, Maryland, on February 13-24, 1989, at a cost of $156.00, for meals.

ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/ANIMAL CONTROL/CONTRACTS LEASES & AGREEMENTS

EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT/STATE AGENCIES

On a motion by Commr. Swartz, seconded by Commr. Bailey and carried unanimously, the Board approved the request to purchase a 1989 GMC Pickup Truck, for Animal Control, at a cost of $11,244.00, State Contract No. 070-001-89-l.

Included in the motion the Board approved the request for signature authorization on the FY 89 Emergency Management Assistance (EMA) Agreement, between the State of Florida Department of 12-20-88.Community Affairs and Lake County, in the amount of $20,351.37.

ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/AMBULANCES-HOSPITAL DISTRICTS/BIDS

CONTRACTS, LEASES & AGREEMENTS/PUBLIC HEALTH

Mr. Zeb Osborne, Attorney for Waterman Medical Center, appeared before the Board to discuss the request for the purchase, from Motorola Communications & Electronics, Inc., of console equipment for emergency medical and fire dispatch services, for Emergency Medical Services, at a cost of $192,285.00, plus $781.00, a month, for preventive maintenance, on County Bid No. 029-958-089.

Mr. Osborne stated that the monthly preventive maintenance covers approximately five years, for the maintenance of all electronics in the dispatch center.

Mr. Osborne discussed the emergency medical and fire dispatch services for Emergency Medical Services in relation to the services Lake County currently has, and the state-of-the-art equipment which will be acquired.

Mr. Lonnie Strickland, Director of Health and General Services, appeared before the Board to request that a Lanier Logging Recorder be added to the request, at a cost of $22,990.00, plus $257.50, a month, for the maintenance agreement.

On a motion by Commr. Bailey, seconded by Commr. Bakich and carried unanimously, the Board approved the purchase, from Motorola Communications & Electronics, Inc., of console equipment for emergency medical and fire dispatch services, for Emergency Medical Services, at a cost of $192,285.00, plus $781.00, a month, for preventive maintenance, on County Bid No. 029-958-089. Also approved was the additional purchase of a Lanier Logging Recorder, at a cost of $22,990.00, plus $257.50, a month, for the maintenance agreement.

ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT/ROADS-COUNTY & STATE

On a motion by Commr. Swartz, seconded by Commr. Bailey and carried unanimously, the Board approved the request for Linda Marsh to attend the Florida Low Income Housing Coalition and Florida Housing Advocates Conference in Tampa, on January 25-27, 1989, at an approximate cost of $229.00.

Included in the motion the Board appproved the request to change the name of Crystal Lake Drive, in Fruitland Park, District #l, to Spring Lake Road.

BONDS - MOBILE HOME

On a motion by Commr. Bakich, seconded by Commr. Swartz and carried unanimously, the Board approved the request for the renewal of the mobile home bond, for James Williams, Umatilla Area, District #5, for a period of six months.

BONDS - MOBILE HOME

On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Bailey and carried unanimously, the Board approved the request for the cancellation of the mobile home bond for Carroll Gatch, Grand Island Area, District #5.

Commr. Gregg discussed the policy of renewing mobile home bonds, stating that the one-year time limit, for the initial mobile home bond is sufficient, and to consider not extending the bonds in the future.

Commr. Swartz suggested shortening the time of extension, and to review the circumstances behind all requests for renewal.

On a motion by Commr. Swartz, seconded by Commr. Bailey and carried unanimously, the Board approved to adopt a policy, of a time limit of one year for the initial mobile home bond, with the option of an extension, as appropriate, and/or amend the current ordinance in the Zoning Regulations, which deals with mobile home bonds.

PUBLIC HEARINGS - ROAD CLOSINGS

Petition No 526- George W. Moore, Jr. - Astor Area

Mr. George W. Moore, Jr., petitioner, appeared before the Board to discuss the request.

It was noted that the proper proof of publicati on was on hand, as it appeared in the November 23, 1988, and December 1, 1988, editions of The Orlando Sentinel, The Lake Sentinel.

On a motion by Commr. Bakich, seconded by Commr. Swartz and carried unanimously, the Board approved the request to vacate a portion of Chestnut Road, formerly known as the end of a 100' right-of-way called Venetian Way, in the Astor Forest Campsites, 12-20-88.Astor Area, as advertised in Petition No. 526, by George W. Moore, Jr.

Petition No 527 - Glenn & Debra Walsh - Groveland Area

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

It was noted that the proper proof of publication was on hand as it appeared in the November 23, 1988, and December 1, 1988, editions of The Orlando Sentinel, The Lake Sentinel.

On a motion by Commr. Bailey, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Board approved the request to vacate an unnamed easement, in the Plat of Groveland Farms, Groveland Area, as advertised in Petition No. 527, by Glenn & Debra Walsh.

Petition No. 528 - Ollivene M. Sullivan - Mt. Dora Area

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

It was noted that the proper proof of publication was on hand as it appeared in the November 23, 1988, and December 1, 1988, editions of The Orlando Sentinel, The Lake Sentinel.

On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Bakich and carried unanimously, the Board approved the request to vacate lots and easements, in Sunset Hills, Mt. Dora Area, as advertised in Petition No. 528, by Ollivene M. Sullivan.

Petition No. 529 - Thomas J. Young Tavares Area

Mr. Thomas J. Young, petitioner, appeared before the Board to discuss the request. He stated that, if he could obtain an easement to extend his house five feet, he would withdraw the petition.

On a motion by Commr. Swartz, seconded by Commr. Bailey and carried unanimously, the Board postponed the request, until January 17, 1989, to vacate lots and an unnamed road, in the Oak Haven Subdivision, Tavares Area, as advertised in Petition No. 529, by Thomas J. Young.

Petition No. 530 - Mario L. Mozillo for Lake Equity Association

and Larry A. Grimes, Sr. - Montverde Area

Mr. Buford Creech representing his father, a property owner in the area, appeared before the Board to discuss the request, stating the reasons for his objection to the vacation.

Mr. Donovan Swift, representing Mr. Mario L. Mozillo, appeared before the Board and presented background information, including a boundary survey and topo.

On a motion by Commr. Swartz, seconded by Commr. Bailey and carried unanimously, the Board postponed the request, until January 17, 1989, to vacate a right-of-way, in the Plat of Lake Highlands Company, Montverde Area, as advertised in Petition No. 530, by Mario L. Mozillo for Lake Equity Association and Larry A. Grimes, Sr., to enable the staff, Mr. Creech, Commr. Swartz and the Development Department to arrange a meeting for obtaining adequate access to the development.

COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR'S AGENDA (CONT'D.)

CONSENT AGENDA (CONT'D.)

ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/AMBULANCES-HOSPITAL DISTRICTS/BIDS

CONTRACTS, LEASES & AGREEMENTS/PUBLIC HEALTH (CONT'D.)

Mr. Zeb Osborne, Attorney for Waterman Medical Center, appeared before the Board, to discuss the request previously approved for the console equipment, etc., for emergency medical and fire dispatch services. He stated that, under the alternate bid items, two additional items should be added, those being a panel addition, which is an enhancement of the dispatch consoles, in the amount of $22,240.00, plus a remote playback recorder, in the amount of $1,750.00, bringing the total package to $239,265.00, which is within the budget. He stated that it is more economical to purchase these enhancements at the time the console is constructed rather than add them at a later date.

On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Bakich and carried unanimously, the Board approved the additions to the purchase, from Motorola Communications & Electronics, Inc., to include console equipment, for emergency medical and fire dispatch services for Emergency Medical Services, at an approximate amended cost of $239,265.00, as stated above.

ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES/PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT/STATE AGENCIES

Mr. Don Findell, Director of Environmental Services, appeared before the Board to discuss the proposed amendments, and public comments which were received, regarding the Wekiva River Protection Act. He informed the Board of the schedule of workshops and public hearings for the amendments.

Mr. Michael Szunyog, Planning Director, appeared before the Board to present a brief summary of the Wekiva River Protection Act, and outlined the area in which the Act encompasses.

Mr. Szunyog discussed the proposed CARL projects involved, such as Seminole Woods, BMK Ranch, and the St. John's River Tract.

Mr. Szunyog informed the Board of the current and proposed zoning within the Wekiva area.

Mr. Szunyog stated that the major water related issues of the Act include the preservation of wetlands, forested uplands, vegetation, and wildlife habitat. Other major objectives covered in the Act are the density of development allowed, the restrictions on wetland alterations, and commercial or non-residential development in the area.

Mr. Szunyog outlined the three proposed sub-areas for the Board, in terms of residential density, and referred to the zoning map placed before the Board for review. He stated that, in the proposal, there is no alteration of wetlands in the protection area.

The Board felt that the amendment, as it is currently written, is too vague, and that there are too many uncertainties, therefore, directed the staff to make it more specific. It was noted that the amendments to the Act should emphasize preservation of that area, rather than planned development, and that the Board cannot disallow development of certain areas, unless those areas are purchased or acquired by the County.

Commr. Swartz stated that the definition of rural density needs to be more concise, such as one unit per five net buildable acres, in the areas that are closest to the river area.

The Commissioners felt that the present restrictive zoning, in the Wekiva River area, should be maintained as it is.

Mr. Szunyog mentioned that an amendment to Development Regulations must also be prepared, which would coincide with the plan amendment.

Commr. Swartz stated the PUD's should only be included if they do not substantially increase the density's.

Commr . Bakich stated that the Board should consider not having PUD'S in the areas most sensitive to the river and wetlands.

Commr. Windram questioned how the County would deal with an individual that desired to cluster a development in the area.

Commr. Gregg stated that clustering could still be achieved and maintain one unit per five acres on a net basis.

Commr. Swartz stated that from the basis of overall density and net density, the concept of clustering within a PUD does not revert to increased density, it may result in increased open space, therefore more protection for natural habitat is achieved.

Commr. Gregg injected that, in dealing with 100 net acre parcels, at five units per acre, 20 units could be developed on the property, regardless of whether it is clustered or divided into five acre parcels.

Commr. Swartz felt that the concept of commercial use within that area, is against the idea of preservation, either within the PUD's or along major intersections of State Roads 46 and 44.

Commr. Bakich concurred with Commr. Swartz, adding that no provisions have been made for industrial uses.

Commr. Gregg stated that disallowing any commercial development in the area is not realistic, and that along State Road 46 and existing highways, there should be a certain amount of commercial development to service the people in the area.

It was the consensus of the Board to allow some types of commercial uses in the area, such as convenience stores or service stations, and would have to be well planned in order to preserve the area.

Commr. Bakich stated that the amendment is too vague, as it is presently written, and would like to see it re-worded.

COMMUNICATIONS/E9ll/SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT

Sheriff-elect George E. Knupp, Jr., appeared before the Board to discuss the communications center of the Sheriff's Department and E911. He stated that he had interviewed operators and supervisors in that area, and had concluded that there are too many people working in an area which is inadequate and a possible fire hazard. He further indicated that there is insufficient radio and telephone equipment within this area, with the communications center being vital to the safety and well being of the community.

Mr. Bruce Thorburn, E911 Coordinator, appeared before the Board to discuss the changes and reasons for moving the computer area of the communications center being as follows: jurisdictional, security, floor space and exits, and an option for growth management.

Mr. Thorburn described where the present communications center is, the existing floor plan, and how the dispatch and receiving positions are entwined.

Mr. Thorburn described the proposed communications center and how its superiority to the old area. It was noted that the positions will all be filled with current Sheriff's Department employees, and that the move will not delay the start of the E911 system.

Sheriff-elect Knupp stated that the funds for the proposed move will come out of the Sheriff's Budget.

Mr. Thorburn stated that he expects the E911 system to be on-line and operational on June 30, 1989, at 5:00 p.m. He noted that, throughout the period of March until June, the system will be in a testing mode.

At this time, the Commissioners stated that they have no objection to the proposed plan.

Sheriff-elect Knupp informed the Board of the changes in the uniform patrol area of the Sheriff's Department.

Captain Claude Gnann appeared before the Board to discuss the current road patrol zones, which are currently composed of seven patrol zones, two supervisory sargeants, and two lieutenants.

Captain Gnann stated that, under the proposed changes, there will be 10 zones, which will increase to 18 throughout the day. He outlined the 10 zones, which area areas they will cover and report directly to.

Captain Gnann informed the Board that the patrol will consist of 12 hour shifts. At 1O:OO a.m. there will be 17 men on road patrol, versus the current 13, with an increase to 21 men on road patrol from 3:00 p.m. until 1O:OO p.m., versus the current 16 men on road patrol at 4:00 p.m. Also, there will be two traffic officers on duty county-wide, with variable hours, and a field training officer, with hours of noon until midnight. In addition, there will also be two marine patrol officers on boats, and two additional officers divided between marine, K-9, and agriculture patrol, giving the Sheriff's Department a total of 28 men. At IO:00 p.m. a phase down will begin.

At this time, the Board thanked Sheriff-elect Knupp for his presentation.

COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR's AGENDA (CONT'D.)

CONSENT AGENDA (CONT'D.)

ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/ASSESSMENTS/BIDS/DEEDS/PUBLIC WORKS

RIGHT-OF-WAYS_ROADS, & EASEMENTS/ROAD PROJECTS/SUBDIVISIONS

On a motion by Commr. Swartz, seconded by Commr. Bailey and carried unanimously, the Board approved the following requests:

a. Purchase of two diesel motor graders, from Ringhaver Equipment Co., at a total purchase price of $92,564.00 each (total request $185,128.00), with a budgeted amount of $190,000.00, on County Bid No. 026-765-089;

b. Partial payment #9, to Trac Roadbuilders, for Project SA-59, Astor Forest Campsites, road paving project, in the amount of $115,923.78;

c. Partial payment #2, to Hewitt Contracting Co., Inc., for Project #9- 88, Alco Road and Lightfoot Road, paving project, in the amount of $72,170.55;

d. Execution of an electric powerline easement, to Florida Power, over property used by the Sheriff's Department, in Eustis, as a maintenance facility;

e. One-time maintenance for Mrs. Francis Cassano, on Jacaranda Avenue, in the Patio Point Subdivision, Section 14, Township 23, Range 25, at a cost of $275.00;

f. Acceptance of a right-of-way deed for Edward and Cindy 12-20-88.12-20-88 Wheeler, #l-5433, Radio Road;

g. Acceptance of the following non-exclusive easements, for the Lake Crescent View Development, SA-62, road paving project:

Marcene M. Lake

Joseph A./Anna Louise Laver

h. Acceptance of the non-exclusive easement for Raymond E. and Valerie Lee Bruneau, #5-6762A, St. Louis Avenue:

i. Acceptance of the maintenance map on Smitty Road, #l-7906.

Mr. Watkins informed the Board that the request for the purchase of a new table model 1012 Xerox copier, for the Leesburg Maintenance Shop, at a cost of $2,370.00, had been postponed.

DEPARTMENTAL BUSINESS

APPOINTMENTS-RESIGNATIONS/COMMITTEES/ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES

PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT

On a motion by Commr. Bakich, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Board approved the appointment of Mr. Mike Alberson, of Eustis, to the District 5 seat of the Planning and Zoning Commission, with a term to expire February 28, 1991.

Included in the motion the Board authorized to establish an advisory committee, to assist in the development of the Conservation Element of the Lake County Comprehensive Plan.

ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/APPRAISALS/CONTRACTS LEASES & AGREEMENTS

GRANTS/RIGHT-OF-WAYS ROADS & EASEMENTS/PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT

On a motion by Commr. Bakich, seconded by Commr. Bailey and carried unanimously, the Board approved the request of the contract award for appraisal services, for a right-of-way acquisition along Merrell Avenue, in Southeast Umatilla, to Appraisal Services, Inc. of Central Florida, at a cost of $850.00, and to John Roberts Appraisal Services, at a cost of $1,400.00, to be paid by the Community Development Block Grant Program. It was noted that the contract does meet the requirements of the Federal Government.

COUNTY ATTORNEY'S AGENDA

CONSENT AGENDA

COURTS-JUDGES/SUITS AFFECTING THE COUNTY

On a motion by Commr. Bakich, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Board approved and authorized the proper signatures on the Satisfaction of Judgment of Lake County vs. Brown.

CONTRACTS LEASES & AGREEMENTS/RIGHT-OF-WAYS A ROADS &

EASEMENTS/SUBDIVISIONS

On a motion by Commr. Bailey, seconded by Commr. Swartz and carried unanimously, the Board approved and authorized the proper signatures on an Indemnity Agreement with the property owners, which authorizes the County to remove a boat shed from the public right-of-way, in Frisch's Subdivision.

COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR'S AGENDA (CONT'D.)

DEPARTMENTAL BUSINESS (CONT'D)

COURTHOUSE/GRANTS

Mr. Michael McCabe, Barton Malow, appeared before the Board to discuss Phase III, of the Old Courthouse Restoration Project, which includes the cleaning and repair of brick and stone surfaces, application of preservative, if needed, and window repair.

Mr. McCabe informed the Board that the major item, which Barton Malow is requesting direction on, is the window options that must be determined, which are to repair or replace the windows, and if replaced, what design of window to use.

Mr. McCabe stated that the majority of the windows are not worth restoring, and it is not advisable to patch the windows.

Mr. McCabe briefly updated the Board on the Phases, which have been achieved on the restoration project to date. He stated that the scaffolding that is now up will be utilized to complete Phase III of the project.

Considerable discussion occurred regarding the type of replacement windows, and which windows should be replaced.

On a motion by Commr. Bakich, seconded by Commr. Bailey and carried unanimously, the Board approved for Mr. Watkins to meet with Mr. McCabe, in order to make a decision on what type of window to use for the replacements, in keeping with a historical prospective; to seek bids; and based on those bids, determine how many windows can be replaced without a need for a special meeting with the Commissioners, and authorizing Mr. Watkins to confer with the Chairman, who will act on behalf of the Board. Included in the motion the Board approved and authorized the proper signatures on Amendment II, of the Agreement Between Owner and Construction Manager, Lake County Jail and Criminal Justice Center, regarding the facade removal of the Old Courthouse renovation.

ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/MUNICIPALITIES/ORDINANCES/PROPERTY APPRAISER

Mr. Watkins brought to the attention of the Board a letter received from the City of Mount Dora, stating that the City has created a tax increment financing district, in accordance with Florida Statutes, Chapter 163.370(l)(a-k) and (n), and in accordance with the City Ordinance Number 447, Section 2-106, wherein each taxing authority is to remit 95% of the tax associated with the increase in property value over the base year. The letter also stated that the increase in value, per the Lake County Property Appraiser's Office, for this current year, is $2,869,238.00. Therefore, the amount requested to be remitted to the Mount Dora Community Redevelopment Agency, from the Board of County Commissioners, is $10,358.00.

Mr. Watkins stated that this request is in participation with the section of the statutes pertaining to Housing and Community Redevelopment, with the County already having funds budgeted for this purpose. He also noted that Mount Dora is the first city which has elected to do this, and in the future the county may anticipate others doing the same.

APPOINTMENTS-RESIGNATIONS/COMMITTEES/OUTDOOR RECREATION

Commr. Gregg discussed the Recreation Committee with the Board, which will coordinate any ventures into recreational activity by the County, and appointed Commr. Swartz as the Commissioner of the committee. The committee will consist of members, as suggested by Commr. Swartz, made up mostly of members from League of Cities.

On a motion by Commr. Bakich, seconded by Commr. Bailey and carried unanimously, the Board approved the appointment of Commr. Swartz to the Recreation Committee.

CLERK/COURTHOUSE

On a motion by Commr. Swartz, seconded by Commr. Bailey and carried unanimously, the Board approved for the Clerk to erect "No Smoking" signs, in the Board meeting room.

RECESS & REASSEMBLY

At 12:05 p.m. the Chairman announced that the Board would recess for lunch, and reconvene at 2:00 p.m.

CONTRACTS LEASES & AGREEMENTS/ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES/LANDFILLS

Mr. Don Findell, Director of Environmental Services, appeared before the Board to discuss the request for signatures on the contract with Post, Buckley, Schuh and Jernigan, Inc. (PBSJ), Addendum No. 1 to the Solid Waste Consulting Services Contract, for the purpose of designing, permitting and overseeing construction of an ash monofill, at the Astatula Landfill, in an amount not to exceed $240,000.00.

Mr. Findell informed the Board that the Lake County waste-to-energy facility will require the construction of a monofill cell, for the disposal of incinerator ash. He stated that the design, permitting, and construction of the cell is expected to take approximately 18 months, and that Ogden Martin has requested that the cell be operational by July, 1990. He also stated that, to ensure that this timeframe is met, it is recommended that the Astatula Landfill be utilized as the location for the construction of the ash monofill.

Mr. Bill Simpson, Director of Environmental Services, and Mr. David Deans, Solid Waste Manager, both with Post, Buckley, Schuh and Jernigan, Inc., appeared before the Board to discuss the addendum to the current Solid Waste Consulting Services Contract.

Mr. Deans discussed the schedule of PBSJ's assignments, which consists of the new landfill site study, the county-wide solid waste management plan, and permitting and construction services related to the development of the new landfill facility.

Mr. Deans informed the Board that the project began in September, 1988, with the final site to be selected by May, 1989, which will delay the project six months, then must be permitted for, which takes an additional 18 months.

Mr. Deans reviewed with the Board an implementation schedule, describing the estimated starting and finishing dates for the permit application documents, design and construction documents, construction activity, and the facility operations of the ash monofill at the Astatula Landfill.

Mr. Watkins noted that the County does not, contractually, have the option of delaying the construction of the ash monofill, for the disposal of ash from the waste-to-energy facility.

Considerable discussion occurred regarding the selection of a different landfill site, other than AstatuLa, for the permitting and construction of the ash monofill, and the timeframe involved.

Discussion occurred regarding the expense of hauling the ash to another location and other alternatives, such as, stockpiling the ash until there is a place to bury it.

Mr. Deans discussed the studies, which must be done to satisfy the conditions in the consent order of the final closure of the Astatula Landfill. He estimated that, in two months, PBSJ could return before the Board with recommendations regarding the options for determining a different site for the ash monofill, and the closure of the Astatula Landfill. He also noted that, the County staff needs to investigate the legal commitments regarding the waste-to-energy plant, for providing the ash monofill, and to look at other alternatives.

Mr. Watkins suggested that the staff look at the alternatives to the construction of the ash monofill at the Astatula Landfill, and come back to the Board with recommendations, at the January 3, 1989, Board meeting.

Mr. Deans informed the Board that a citizens advisory committee should be formed to give their consensus to site selection criteria, which is being developed.

Mr. Deans stated that, at a previous meeting, PBSJ had provided the Board with a Land sensitivity map, which indicated the areas within the County that would be exempt from the development of a landfill, and that map indicated that there are very few prime sites available for that use.

Mr. Deans informed the Board that, once the site selection criteria is developed, PBSJ will need to meet with the citizens advisory committee to develop and understand the siting criteria, which will then be brought before the Board for policy evaluation.

At that time, PBSJ will have chosen the three most suitable sites available in Lake County for a new landfill.

Mr. Deans reviewed with the Board the Solid Waste Management Plan Project Schedule, for the existing solid waste management facility, and alternative waste processing issues, such as recycling.

At this time, the Board thanked Mr. Simpson, and Mr. Deans for their presentation.

COMMITTEES/COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR

Commr. Bakich questioned the Board for clarification of whether the new County Administrator should be an Administrator, or a Manager, since the past Administrator did not have the ability to hire or fire, and a Manager would.

The other Board members indicated that a County Manager would have the ability to carry out the daily operations of the County, and the responsibility of hiring and firing.

COMMITTEES/MEETINGS

Mr. Michael Stearman, City of Eustis, appeared before the Board to remind them of the annual meeting on January 11, 1989, with the League of Cities, at the Mission Inn, and requested that the Board appoint a liaison for the League.

Mr. Rex Taylor appeared before the Board to suggest a recruiting process, for finding a new County Manager.

There being no further business to be brought before the Board, Commissioner Bailey made a motion, which was seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously to adjourn the meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 3:15 p.m.

C. W. "CHICK" GREGG, CHAIRMAN

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