The Lake County Board of County Commissioners met in regular session on Tuesday, March 7, 1989, 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: Bill Stearn, County Attorney's Office; James C. Watkins, Clerk and Acting County Administrator: Ava Kronz, Assistant to the County Administrator; Robert K. McKee, Chief Deputy Clerk; and Toni M. Austin, Deputy Clerk.
James C. Watkins, Clerk, gave the Invocation and the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Commr. Bailey.
MINUTES
On a motion by Commr. Bailey, seconded by Commr. Bakich and carried unanimously, the Board approved the Minutes of February 14, 1989, as presented, and the Minutes of February 21, 1989, as corrected.
COUNTY EMPLOYEES/PUBLIC WORKS
Commr. Gregg recognized Mr. Ben Benedum on his retirement from the Lake County Public Works Department, after ten years of service, by honoring him with a plaque, from the Commissioners and staff, in appreciation for his hard work and dedication to Lake County.
CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS
CLERK OF COURT'S CONSENT AGENDA
On a motion by Commr. Swartz, seconded by Commr. Bailey and carried unanimously, the Board approved the following requests:
Accounts Allowed
Payment of Warrant #91823 through Warrant #92324, for the following accounts:
Landfills County Transportation Trust
General Revenue Pasco Fire District
Countywide Library Section 8
Northwest Fire District Countywide Fire District
Aquatic Weed Eustis Section 8
Private Industry Council Mosquito Control
Mt. Plymouth Fire District Revenue Sharing
Capital Outlay Law Library
Fine & Forfeiture Paisley Fire District
South Lake Fire District Emergency 911 Fund
Bassville Fire District Certificate of Indebtedness
Law Enforcement Trust Fund Road Impact
Accounts Allowed/Indigents
William S. Durham for Michael W. Glendenning - $50 - Dist. #5
Accounts Allowed/County Property
Request to delete items from Fixed Assets, in the amount of $25,175.00, as follows:
Prop # Department Item Amount Reason
4065 Ag Center Edger w/engine $ 265.00 To be junked
5515 Mosquito Control 1973 Chevy Truck 5,910.00 To be junked
7401 Landfill Dumpster Comp
Trailer 12,OOO.00 To be junked
10823 Paisley Fire Dept. 1951 Pumper 2,000.00 To be junked
10829 Lake Jem VFD 1955 500 Gal
Pumper 5,000.00 To be junked
$25,175.00
Accounts Allowed/Contracts, Leases & Agreements/Tax Collector
Request to renew the lease for the Clermont Tag Agency, in the amount of $325.00 per month, to expire on April 1, 1991, with an option to renew for an additional term of two years.
Bonds - Contractor
New
1270-89 John P. Owens, Jr. (Electrical)
1805-89 Hugh G. Hall d/b/a Action Plumbing, Inc. (Plumbing)
4459-89 Horace A. Faulkner d/b/a Sun Country Aluminum, Inc.
(Specialty)
4682-89 B. E. Chivers (Aluminum Specialty)
4683-89 Steve A. Mathis or James A. Mathis d/b/a Mathis Concrete
Service (Concrete & Masonry)
4684-89 Charles K. Pepper (Class C Air Conditioning)
4685-89 Kenneth Gala Gomez d/b/a Gomez Plumbing (Plumbing)
4686-89 Greater Construction Corporation (Residential Contractor)
4687-89 Spirit Electric of Sarasota, Inc. (Electrical Contractor)
4688-89 Howard Daniels d/b/a Daniels Plumbing (Plumbing)
4689-89 Lyndon Denelsbeck (Plumbing)
4690-89 David A. LaBagh d/b/a Candler Woodworks
Carpentry/Woodworks)
4691-89 Jerry R. Blackford (Roofing Contractor)
4692-89 David A. Pulford d/b/a Pulford Electric (Electrical)
Commissioners/Public Works/Resolutions/Roads-County & State
Acknowledged receipt of the resolution adopted by the Levy County Board of County Commissioners during their regular meeting on February 21, 1989, opposing the transfer of roads from the State Maintenance System to the Levy County Maintenance System.
Commissioners/Planning & Development/Resolutions
Acknowledged receipt of the resolution adopted by the Osceola County Board of County Commissioners, on February 20, 1989, expressing its opposition to the proposed Mag-Lev High-Speed Rail System, between the airport and Disney World.
SHERIFF'S AGENDA
ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT
Mr. James C. Watkins, Clerk and Acting County Administrator, discussed with the Board the request for approval of monies, from the Concealed Weapons Applications, in the amount of $800.00, to be placed in Account #521-319, Professional Services. Mr. Watkins suggested that the Board approve the request, and that his staff meet with Sheriff Knupp, to review his budget, line item by line item, along with the revenue sources, in order to clarify the budget and the proper funding source.
On a motion by Commr. Bailey, seconded by Commr. Bakich and carried unanimously, the Board approved the above request, as recommended by Mr. Watkins.
ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT
On a motion by Commr. Bailey, seconded by Commr. Bakich and carried unanimously, the Board approved the request for an appropriation from the Law Enforcement Trust Fund, pursuant to the Florida Contraband Forfeiture Act, in the amount of $3,628.42, to cover expenses with regard to the K-9 Program.
ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT
On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Swartz and carried unanimously, the Board approved the request for reimbursement of in-service training expenses, in the amount of $1,709.82, pursuant to Florida Statute 943.25 (8) A, Lake County Ordinance 1982-1.
ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/BUDGETS/E911/SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT
Commr. Gregg discussed two memorandums received from Sheriff George E. Knupp, Jr., one dated February 21, 1989, requesting a budget amendment, in the amount of $80,283.00, to implement the E911 system: and one dated February 27, 1989, requesting a budget amendment, in the amount of $102,259.00, to correct an error in the original memorandum.
Mr. James C. Watkins, Clerk and Acting County Administrator, suggested that the Board approve an amount not to be exceeded (amount to be determined March 14, 1989), and request Mr. Lonnie Strickland, Director of Health and General Services, to coordinate the Sheriff's 911 budget, with the County's 911 budget, in order not to duplicate the necessary needs to implement the program.
Commr. Swartz stated that he did not feel that a determined amount of funds could be approved today, and suggested that there be a meeting with the Sheriff's Department, before the next Board Meeting, in order to determine the correct amount of funding for the E911 system.
Discussion occurred regarding the effect on the implementation of the E911 system, should the Board postpone the request for one week, with Mr. Lonnie Strickland, Director of Health and General Services, stating that one week should not effect the deadline to be met in June, 1989.
The request was directed, by the Board, to Mr. Strickland, to be brought back before the Board on March 14, 1989.
COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR'S CONSENT AGENDA
On a motion by Commr. Bailey, seconded by Commr. Bakich and carried unanimously, the Board approved the following requests:
Ambulance-Hospital Districts/Public Health/Resolutions
Request for signatures on the Resolution for Emergency Medical Services Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity, for Waterman Medical Center, for the period of October 1, 1988 through September 30, 1990.
Public Health/Education/E911
Request for Emergency Medical Services to transfer the existing EMS console to the Lake County Area Vocational Technical Center, after the new console is installed.
Accounts Allowed/Municipalities/Fire Protection
Request to accept the proposal submitted by H. C. Connel, Inc., to supply water to the proposed fire station in South Umatilla, Southside Station #47, at a cost of $900.00.
Accounts Allowed/Contracts, Leases & Agreements
Health Department/Municipalities
Request from the County Public Health Unit, for Change Order #l, to the contract for the Lake County Health Department, Umatilla Branch, with Mark Cook Builders, subtracting $285.00 from the contract amount.
E9ll/Resolutions
Request from Special Projects/E911 for signatures on the resolution providing for the imposition of a 50 cent per month local option fee, for the provision of 911 service.
Planning and Development/Subdivisions
Request for preliminary approval of Scottish Highlands, Phases H, I, J, R, S, T, U, X, VV.
Bonds - Mobile Home
Request for the following 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:
Claton Poole - Cassia Area - District #4
Herbert Rogers - South Groveland Area - District #2
Carolyn Williamson - Lady Lake Area - District #1
Bonds - Mobile Home
Request for the cancellation of the following mobile home bonds:
Ronald Carter - Eustis Area - District #4
Clenton Meeks - Lake Mack Area - District #5
Accounts Allowed/Road Projects
Request for payment #2 to C. A. Meyer Paving and Construction Company, for Project #l-89, Countywide Resurfacing Program, in the amount of $70,281.64.
Accounts Allowed/Road Projects/Municipalities
Request for payment #2 to Superior Asphalt Company, Inc., for Project #l0-88, Lake Street, Maxwell Road, and Bulldog Way, in Umatilla, in the amount of $47,383.40.
Accounts Allowed/Assessments/Road Projects/Resolutions/Signs
Request for final payment to Trac Roadbuilders, Inc., for Project #SA-59, Astor Forest Campsites, in the amount of $102,120.94; that the roads involved be accepted into the County maintenance system, and that 25 MPH speed limit signs be posted throughout the project.
Roads-County & State/Resolutions/Signs
Request for speed limit signs of 35 MPH and 55 MPH, to be posted on Alco Road, #5-9588.
Roads-County & State/Resolutions/Signs
Request to install 45 MPH speed limit signs on Blackstill Lake Road, #3-1757.
Resolutions/Subdivisions/Signs
Request from Trails of Montverde Homeowners' Association to reduce the speed limit within the development from 35 MPH to 25 MPH.
Roads-County & State
Request to accept the maintenance map for South Quarters Road, #2-3109.
Resolutions/Subdivisions/Signs
Request to post 45 MPH speed limit signs along South Em-En-El Grove Road, #5-7837, with advisory signs of 25 MPH in curve in front of Sun Lake Estates.
Accounts Allowed/Signs/Municipalities
Request from the Fruitland Park Police Department to refurbish stop signs, at a cost of $10.25 each.
Accounts Allowed/Signs/Municipalities
Request from the Town of Howey-in-the-Hills to purchase ten (10) "No Parking" signs, at a cost of $25.50 each, for a total cost of $255.00.
Accounts Allowed/Roads-County & State/Resolutions
Request to accept Maintenance CD, in the amount of $2,500.00, and to accept Marvin's Place, #2-1616, into the County maintenance system.
Right-of-Ways, Roads & Easements
Request to accept the following drainage easement:
Jerry N./Antoinette L. Belitz - E. Crooked Lake Drive - #4-5069
Right-of-Ways, Roads & Easements
Request to accept the following non-exclusive easements:
Dorothea Conner/Anna Diprima - Crescent Lane
Michael/Nancy Cortez - Crescent Lane
Deeds/Right-of-Ways, Roads & Easements
Request to accept the following right-of-way deeds:
Roxanne Cutcher - #l-5539 - Huggins Street
Robert C. Grigsby - Highway 44 - (Lisbon)
Barnett Bank of Lake County - #l-7803 - First Street
Lenora M. Brockington - #2-3110 - Haywood Worm Farm Road
ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/CONTRACTS, LEASES & AGREEMENTS/JAILS
Mr. James C. Watkins, Clerk and Acting County Administrator, discussed with the Board a request for approval of the architectural services for detailed surveys of the south side of Main Street, with respect to the Criminal Justice/Jail Facility. Mr. Watkins stated that Professional Engineering Consultants, Inc. had submitted a proposal, dated February 17, 1988, in the amount of $24,925.00, and one other firm did not respond.
Mr. Robert K. McKee, Chief Deputy Clerk, stated that RP's were sent out some time ago, with the County receiving two responses, and with eight out of nine firms indicating that they could not meet the necessary limits on the error and omissions insurance.
Commr. Gregg suggested that the County may want to investigate whether the County's limits on the error and omissions insurance are reasonable, for future cases, for the possibility of attracting more competition.
Mr. McKee stated that the limitations were set on the recommendation of the architects.
Mr. Jim Stivender, Director of Public Works, stated that Professional Engineering Consultants, Inc. had done the work north of Main Street, and that they will honor the price being quoted today. Mr. Stivender recommended approval of the request.
On a motion by Commr. Swartz, seconded by Commr. Bailey and carried unanimously, the Board approved the surveying services for the south side of Main Street, to Professional Engineering Consultants, Inc., in the amount of $24,925.00.
COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR'S DEPARTMENTAL BUSINESS
ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/CONTRACTS, LEASES & AGREEMENTS
ROADS-COUNTY & STATE
Mr. Don Findell, Director of Environmental Services, appeared before the Board to discuss the request to negotiate a contract with Hunter/R. S. L H., Inc., in an amount not to exceed $37,500.00, for the preparation of impact fees, and authorization for the Chairman to execute the contract, upon completion of negotiations.
Mr. Findell stated that the request for proposals for consulting services, for the preparation of impact fees, was made by the County on January 27, 1989. Seven proposals were received. The Impact Fee Consultant Selection Committee (comprised of the County and representatives of the Lake County School Board) "short-listed" two firms for interviews, which were Nabors, et al/Henderson, Young L Co., and Hunter/R. S. & H., Inc. Interviews were held on February 24, 1989. The Selection Committee selected Hunter/R. S. L H., Inc. as the top-ranked firm on the combined basis of project cost and experience.
Commr. Gregg stated that he had the opportunity to be present at the interviews, where the proposals that were received ranged from $25,000.00 to $150,000.00, but justification could not be made for the higher proposal.
Mr. Findell stated that $25,000.00 has been budgeted this year, with the balance to be appropriated from the proper fund.
Mr. James C. Watkins, Clerk and Acting County Administrator, expressed positive feelings towards R. S. & H., Inc., who the County worked with on the original jail study.
On a motion by Commr. Swartz, seconded by Commr. Bailey and carried unanimously, the Board approved the request to negotiate a suitable contract with Hunter/R. S. & H., Inc., in an amount not to exceed $37,500.00, for the preparation of impact fees, with the Chairman executing said contract, upon completion of the negotiations, and with the transfer of additional funds from the Highway Impact Fee Fund, for the difference between the approved budgeted funds stated by Mr. Findell.
CONTRACTS, LEASES & AGREEMENTS/MOSQUITO-AQUATIC PLANT
MANAGEMENT/MUNICIPALITIES
Mr. Don Findell, Director of Environmental Services, appeared before the Board to discuss the request for signatures on the Interlocal Agreement with Volusia County, regarding the utilization of the Volusia County Mosquito Control equipment and personnel, to clean the mosquito control canal in Groveland.
Mr. Findell stated that the original interlocal agreement, with Volusia County, was executed on June 7, 1988. The work contracted for was successfully completed and the term of the contract has expired. The Execution of Addendum to the Interlocal Agreement will extend the term of the Agreement to the 88/89 fiscal year, and allow Lake County to utilize the Volusia County equipment and personnel to clean 4,000 Eeet of the mosquito control canal, in Groveland, in a substantially more cost-effective and expeditious manner than could be accomplished by the County staff.
On a motion by Commr. Bailey, seconded by Commr. Bakich and carried unanimously, the Board approved the request for signatures on the Interlocal Agreement with Volusia County, as stated above, and as recommended by Mr. Findell.
CONTRACTS, LEASES & AGREEMENTS/ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
GRANTS/STATE AGENCIES
Mr. Don Findell, Director of Environmental Services, appeared before the Board to discuss the request for signatures on the contract with the Florida Department of Environmental Regulations, regarding the Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center Grant.
Mr. Findell stated that the original contract, for the Hazardous Waste Collection Center, was applied for with the Astatula Landfill designated as the site for the Collection Center. However, after receipt of the grant and expenditure of funds, a member of the Board of County Commissioners indicated the commitments that had been made, to the residents of the Astatula area, that no hazardous waste facility would be located at the Astatula site. An alternative site (Buckhill Road Clay Pit), designated by the Board of County Commissioners, was investigated and determined to be economically prohibitive to develop, logistically impractical, and of questionable practicality, from a site security and highway safety standpoint. As a result, it was decided by the County (and approved by DER staff) that mobile collections would be held, until such time as the Collection Center could be built at the new landfill. The contract presented today was negotiated with DER, to allow the County to continue to hold mobile collections, construct the Collection Center at the new landfill, and to retain the Hazardous Waste Collection Center funds received by the County.
On a motion by Commr. Bakich, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Board approved the request for signatures on the contract with the Florida Department of Environmental Regulations, regarding the Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center Grant, as recommended by Mr. Findell.
PUBLIC HEARINGS - ROAD CLOSINGS
Petition No. 501 - George 0. Pringle - Haines Creek Area
Mr. Pat Kier, Winter Park, owner of the property across from the creek, appeared before the Board to discuss access to his property, should the request for vacation be approved.
Mrs. Carolyn Portiae, resident on the corner of Andrews and County Road 413, appeared before the Board and stated that, should the request be approved, the road access to her property would be closed off.
It was noted that the proper proof of publication was on hand as it appeared in the February 14, 1989, and February 21, 1989, editions of The Orlando Sentinel, The Lake Sentinel.
The Board discussed the request with Mr. Jim Stivender, Director of Public Works, and the applicant and residents, making the determination for postponement.
Mr. Stivender stated that, if the petitioner responds to the concerns of the local residents, and the issues cannot be resolved, staff would recommend denial of the request. The County staff indicated to the Board that a 30 day postponement would not be a problem.
Mr. James C. Watkins, Clerk and Acting County Administrator, informed the Board that, should the Board approve the postponement, Tab 14 on the agenda, under the heading of Planning and Development, requesting final approval of Riverside Subdivision, and the acceptance of an Irrevocable Letter of Credit, in the amount of $306,201.00, for performance, will also need to be postponed.
On a motion by Commr. Swartz, seconded by Commr. Bailey and carried unanimously, the Board postponed Petition No. 501, from George 0. Pringle, to vacate roads and the plat in Haines Creek Area, along with Tab 14, pertaining to Riverside Subdivision, as stated by Mr. Watkins, until April 4, 1989, at 9:30 a.m.
Petition No. 536 - Route 347 Realty Corporation
Lady Lake Area
Mr. Dan Robuck, Attorney representing Realty Corporation, appeared before the Board and stated that he consulted with Mrs. Fanning before the meeting, and that he reviewed her documents, which showed an easement recorded on the survey on which she had with her, and therefore, she decided not to appear before the Board, after he made this clarification to her.
It was noted that the proper proof of publication was on hand as it appeared in the February 14, 1989, and February 21, 1989, editions of The Orlando Sentinel, The Lake Sentinel.
On a motion by Commr. Bailey, seconded by Commr. Swartz and carried unanimously, the Board approved Petition No. 536, from Route 347 Realty Corporation, to vacate road right-of-way, in the Lady Lake Area.
CONTRACTS, LEASES & AGREEMENTS/VETERANS SERVICE
Mr. Lonnie Strickland, Director of Health & General Services, appeared before the Board to discuss the request from Veterans Service, to contract Eor services to provide cleaning of the Veterans Service Office, with proposals being received from Bluebird Cleaning Service ($480.00); Assured Cleaning Service ($300.00); and Samuel Hardman ($250.00).
Mr. Strickland stated that staff was recommending the proposal presented by Bluebird Cleaning Service, which would include window cleaning.
The proposals were reviewed by the Board members, with Mr. Strickland stating that he would like the opportunity to review the proposal presented by Samuel Hardman, due to information being overlooked.
On a motion by Commr. Swartz, seconded by Commr. Windram and carried unanimously, the Board approved the low bid, in the amount of $250.00 per month, from Samuel Hardman, with clarification that all of the services needed will be included.
COUNTY EMPLOYEES/PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT
Mr. David Clapsaddle, Director of Development Coordination, introduced to the Board Mr. Greg Stubbs, the new Principal Planner for Lake County.
PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT
Mr. David Clapsaddle, Director of Development Coordination, appeared before the Board to discuss the request for clarification of the intent of the amendments, made by the Board, regarding the Gem O' the Hills PUD. Mr. Clapsaddle stated that the Board approved the PUD with the following amendments:
1) Amending the 29 patio homes and 194 townhouses to a maximum of 195 single family units.
2) Requiring the sewage treatment plant to be located to the interior of the PUD.
3) Requiring the commercial parcel to be relocated to the interior of the PUD and permitting 6,500 square feet of C-l uses.
Mr. Clapsaddle stated that staff was requesting clarification of the zero lot line units and building separations of fifteen feet between residential structures, to be permitted by the amended PUD.
Discussion occurred among the Board members, with the Board indicating that its intention was to allow the zero lot line units and building separations of fifteen feet between residential structures.
Commr. Swartz questioned the section, in the amended Ordinance #123-1988, pertaining to sidewalks, at which time Mr. Clapsaddle stated that the necessary changes would be made.
It was determined, by the Board, that no formal action needed to be taken on the request for clarification.
BONDS - MOBILE HOME
Mr. Fred Bliss appeared before the Board to discuss the cancellation of his mobile home bond. Mr. Bliss stated that the house is nearly completed and ready for final inspection, and that the cancellation would cause an inconvenience, because he did not feel completion could be made by April 26, 1989. He further recommended that County staff visit the premises to make determination of the progress.
Mr. David Clapsaddle, Director of Development Coordination, presented the history on the issuance of the mobile home bond. He stated that Mr. Bliss would be allowed to have his mobile home on the property, as long as his building permit is valid. He further stated that the permit has been extended until April 26, 1989, with the County allowing Mr. Bliss until May 30, 1989, to remove the mobile home.
Mr. Bliss stated that May 30, 1989, would be an accurate time for him to remove his mobile home from his property.
On a motion by Commr. Bakich, seconded by Commr. Bailey and carried unanimously, the Board approved the cancellation of the mobile home bond, for Fred Bliss, with the understanding that the effectuated date will be May 30, 1989.
PUBLIC WORKS/STATE AGENCIES
Mr. Jim Stivender, Director of Public Works, appeared before the Board to discuss the request, for a letter of support, for the SR-44 widening project, as presented at the Florida Department of Transportation Public Hearings.
Mr. Stivender stated that the letter of support, from the County, has been composed, as requested by the Department of Transportation, but that he was requesting input from the Board, in relation to the proposed layout of the project.
Commr. Gregg stated that he was definitely in support of the four-laning of SR 44, but had concerns with the rerouting off of SR 44 around to South Street. Therefore, he would like to see a letter in support of the four-laning, but with reservations regarding the rerouting, until a more definite alignment is shown.
On a motion by Commr. Bailey, seconded by Commr. Bakich and carried unanimously, the Board approved a letter, to the Department of Transportation, indicating the County's support of the four-laning of SR 44, but also expressing the Board's concerns with the rerouting plan.
Mr. Stivender stated that he would consult with the Chairman in the development of the letter to the Department of Transportation.
Mr. Stivender stated that the proposal is under bid for the widening project, and that a contract would be ready for execution, within 30 days, with funding already available.
ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/PUBLIC HEALTH/ROADS-COUNTY & STATE
Mr. James C. Watkins, Clerk and Acting County Administrator, discussed with the Board the reconsideration of a request, from the Civil Air Patrol, for a waiver of impact fees, (approximately $675.00), in exchange for services provided in-kind, with staff recommending approval.
Commr. Swartz questioned whether or not the Board would be setting a precedent, by waiving fees for services in-kind, and referred to the request that was waived for Lake County Health Care Systems, Inc. He stated that, if the Board feels that it is important to waive the fees, in exchange for services, the services should be evaluated, with County monies budgeted out of the road monies, and placed into the County Impact Fee Fund, into the proper district from which the monies are being removed.
Mr. Bill Stearm, County Attorney's Office, stated that he would research this issue, due to the fact that Commr. Swartz had brought to the Board a point, which should be considered.
Mr. Watkins suggested that the staff research the issue presented, in relation to waiving impact fees for services in-kind, with the transfer of monies, and preparing a policy, for the Board to review, which would answer the questions being placed before the Board today.
On a motion by Commr. Swartz, seconded by Commr. Bailey and carried unanimously, the Board approved to reconsider the request, from the Civil Air Patrol, for a waiver of impact fees, in exchange for services provided in-kind, and request the staff to develop a policy, to be brought back to the Board for review, if the Board should decide to waive fees, as in the past, and to what extent the County will compensate the County Highway Impact Fee Fund, and to accept the in-kind services from the Civil Air Patrol, and Lake County Health Care Systems, Inc.
COMMISSIONERS
At 9:50 a.m., the Chairman turned the Chairmanship over to Commr. Bakich, Vice-Chairman.
RESOLUTIONS
Mr. James C. Watkins, Clerk and Acting County Administrator, presented to the Board a request from Mrs. Van Deusen, past commander of the Coast Guard, to declare June 4-10, 1989, as "Lake County National Safe Boating Week".
On a motion by Commr. Bailey, seconded by Commr. Swartz and carried, the Board approved the request to declare June 4-10, 1989, as "Lake County National Safe Boating Week".
Commr . Gregg was not present for the vote.
COUNTY ATTORNEY'S MATTERS
PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT/RESOLUTIONS
Mr. Don Findell, Director of Environmental Services, appeared before the Board to discuss the proposed resolution regarding the Orlando Beltway, with a recommendation for the Board of County Commissioners to go on record supporting the mitigation, to acquire the Wekiva Falls Tract and BMK Ranch, by the Orlando-Orange County Expressway Authority, and should the Orlando-Orange County Expressway Authority fail to acquire this in a timely manner, that the Department of Natural Resources acquire said lands, through the Conservation and Recreation Lands Trust Fund, as one of their highest priorities.
On a motion by Commr. Bailey, seconded by Commr. Swartz and carried, the Board approved the resolution, as stated above and recommended by Mr. Findell.
Commr. Gregg was not present for the vote.
COMMISSIONERS
At 9:55 a.m., Commr. Bakich returned the Chairmanship to Commr. Gregg.
COMMITTEES/COUNTY EMPLOYEES/PERSONNEL
Ms. Nadine O'Connor, Executive Secretary for Health & General Services, and Secretary to the Personnel Committee, appeared before the Board to make a presentation of Employee Recognition Programs developed by Commr. Bakich and the Personnel Committee.
Ms. O'Connor discussed the criteria for choosing an Employee of the Month/Year, procedures for the nomination of an Employee of the Month/Year, and the cost of the program, which is estimated at $1,285.00 for the first year. Ms. O'Connor also discussed longevity recognition, with the cost of the program being approximately $555.00 for the first year. Another item discussed was retirement recognition, with the cost to be approximately $125.00 per year.
Mr. James C. Watkins, Clerk, discussed the possibility of extending the Employee Recognition Programs to other agencies, such as to the Tax Collector, Property Appraiser, Sheriff's Department, and the Clerk of Courts, and suggested that this be presented to the Personnel Committee for consideration.
On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Bailey and carried unanimously, the Board approved the Employee Recognition Programs, as presented.
Mr. Watkins stated that the County staff is looking into the fiscal impact for the Board, to pay for an unused portion of sick leave and unused annual leave, with the impact to be approximately $25,000.00 per year.
APPOINTMENTS-RESIGNATIONS/COMMITTEES
Commr. Gregg stated that the term is expiring for Mr. Howard Hewitt, who now serves on the Industrial Development Council, and recommended his reappointment.
On a motion by Commr. Windram, seconded by Commr. Bailey and carried unanimously, the Board approved the reappointment of Mr. Howard Hewitt to the Industrial Development Council.
COMMITTEES/MUNICIPALITIES
Commr. Gregg discussed with the Board the booklet received from the League of Cities, with recommendations made to the Board for active County participation, in the Lake County League of Cities Platform Issues.
Commr. Swartz stated that he met with some of the directors from the League of Cities, to address some of the specific recommendations and requests, which he will be bringing to the Board, at a later date.
At this time, Commr. Gregg requested that Commr. Swartz extend to the League of Cities appreciation for their time spent, in developing the information presented to the Board members.
LAWS & LEGISLATION/RESOLUTIONS
Commr. Gregg brought to the attention of the Board the proposed resolution endorsing the legislative initiative, with respect to the local option gas and sales tax. He requested that each Board member be copied on the proposed resolution, with the issue being brought before the Board, by the County Attorney's Office, next week.
COUNTY EMPLOYEES/PERSONNEL
At this time, Commr. Swartz commended Commr. Bakich, Mr. Watkins, and the Personnel Department, for their hard work on accomplishing the desired outcome, not to establish a union for the County, and requested that a letter be sent from the Chairman, to the employees, expressing appreciation, and indicating that the Board is pleased with the outcome of the vote.
Mr. Watkins, Clerk and Acting County Administrator, stated that a letter had been sent to the employees, and encouraged the Commissioners to take time to introduce themselves to the different County employees, who are located in the different areas within the county.
COMMITTEES/MUNICIPALITIES (CONT'D.)
Commr. Bailey stated that he would like the Board to acknowledge receipt of the proposal, distributed by the League of Cities, as discussed previously.
Mr. James C. Watkins, Clerk and Acting County Administrator, stated that he would follow up on the request.
JAILS/MUNICIPALITIES/RESOLUTIONS/STATE AGENCIES
Commr. Gregg discussed the issue of a proposed Federal Prison in Lake County. He recommended that the Board not take action on this issue, but decide whether or not the Board wished to continue with the public hearings, inviting Ms. Patricia (Pat) Sledge from the Federal Bureau of Prisons, Inc., to make a presentation at the district meeting, to be held March 23, 1989, at 7:00 p.m., in Groveland.
Commr. Bakich stated that he felt it would be appropriate, to continue with the educating process.
Commr. Bailey extended appreciation to Commr. Gregg for the statements made regarding the necessary public hearings and proper procedures to be taken, to involve the public input, before the approval of such a project.
Mr. James C. Watkins, Clerk and Acting County Administrator, stated that the staff is in the process of reserving the Groveland High School for the district meeting, due to the public appearance anticipated, from the entire County.
Mr. Watkins presented to the Board copies of a publication put out by the American Planning Association, entitled The Impact of a Correctional Facility on the Surrounding Community, and should be made available to anyone interested in the proposed prison facility.
Mr. Watkins stated that another trip will be arranged for Commr. Swartz to view the federal prison facility, in Marianna, Florida, with Commr. Swartz indicating that he would like to extend the invitation to some of the community leaders, including the elected officials, with the letter regarding the March 23, 1989, district meeting, being sent to the leaders and officials, as soon as possible, in order that they may make arrangements to make the trip to Marianna.
Mr. Watkins stated that, along with that letter, a copy of the PAS Memo, from the American Planning Association, can be inserted for their edification.
Mr. Watkins suggested that anyone interested in the federal prison issue also tour the Tallahassee Federal Prison, which has been in operation for 50 years.
On a motion by Commr. Bakich, seconded by Commr. Swartz and carried unanimously, the Board approved to adopt a resolution, as needed by the Bureau of Federal Prisons, Inc., to proceed with the public hearing process, to educate the public further on the federal prison issue.
There being no further business to be brought to the attention of the Board, Commr. Bailey made a motion, which was seconded by Commr. Bakich to adjourn the meeting, at l0:38 a.m.
CHARLES W. GREGG; CHAIRMAN
ATTEST:
JAMES C. WATKINS, CLERK
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