The Lake County Board of County Commissioners met in regular session on Tuesday, November 12, 1991, 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: Donald B. Bailey, Chairman; Richard Swartz; Catherine Hanson; and Michael J. Bakich. Commr. Gregg was not present due to other commitments. Others present were: Annette Star Lustgarten, County Attorney; Mike Anderson, Interim County Manager; Ava Kronz, Assistant to the County Manager; Robert K. McKee, Chief Deputy Clerk; and Sandra Carter, Deputy Clerk.

Commr. Bakich gave the Invocation and the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Commr. Hanson.

MINUTES

Regarding the Minutes of October 8, 1991 (Special Meeting), the following changes were requested to be made:

On Page 3, Lines 11 through 15, clarification was made regarding the fact that, in the case of a frontage road or access road falling in the joint service area between a city and the County, the site plan for that particular project should be forwarded to that city's engineer.

On Page 2, Line 23, change the word Homeowners to Homebuilders.

On a motion by Commr. Swartz, seconded by Commr. Gregg and carried unanimously, the Board approved the Minutes of October 8, 1991 (Special Meeting), as corrected.

Regarding the Minutes of October 8, 1991 (Regular Meeting), the following changes were requested to be made:

On Page 23, Line 10, it should show that the motion was made by Commr. Gregg and seconded by Commr. Swartz, rather than vice-versa.

On Page 23, Line 18, change the name Amelia to Aurelia.

On a motion by Commr. Gregg, seconded by Commr. Hanson and carried unanimously, the Board approved the Minutes of October 8, 1991 (Regular Meeting), as corrected.

CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS

CLERK OF COURT'S CONSENT AGENDA

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

Accounts Allowed

Request for payment of Warrant No. 142605 through Warrant No. 143012, as follows:

County Fire Control Fund County Transportation Trust

Landfills General Revenue

Mosquito Control Resort & Development Fund Tax

Aquatic Weed Capital Outlay

Miscellaneous/Gas Fund Countywide Fire District

Mt. Plymouth Fire District Animal Shelter Trust Fund

Pasco Fire District Private Industry Council

Section 8 Countywide Library

Emergency 911 Fund Law Library

Road Impact Revenue Sharing

Northeast Ambulance

Bonds - Contractor

Request for approval of the following Contractor Bonds:

New

164-92 James B. Johnson d/b/a Johnson Electric

165-92 Harvey L. Spears (General)

291-92 Robert L. Wise (Building)

1086-92 Don Walters d/b/a Don Walters Refrigeration, Inc.

1140-92 Robert L. Hamel (Aluminum Specialty)

1267-92 Electric Services, Inc.

1710-92 John D. Adams d/b/a Screen Rooms by J., Inc.

1761-92 William David Kimmins d/b/a Classic Plumbing

1949-92 J. Victor Farris d/b/a Farris A/C & Heating

3029-92 Thomas L. Hanson (Electrical)

4098-92 Stanley E. Dollen d/b/a S. E. Dollen, Inc.

4172-92 Cecil Rhodes (A/C)

4182-92 Greer's A L R Service, Inc. (Electrical)

4202-92 John Hoffman (Electrical)

4291-92 Jerry Rhode d/b/a Jerry's Pool Service

4349-92 Ronald E. Northcutt d/b/a Sun Central Air, Inc.

4374-92 Kurt D. Hoag d/b/a Kurt's Sales & Service (A/C & Heating)

4393-92 F & S Plumbing Company, Inc.

4407-92 Charles E. Binder d/b/a Binder Plumbing

4415-92 David Lee Rabe d/b/a Wayne Construction Pools & Spas, Inc.

4432-92 Mark C. Strong d/b/a Electric Services, Inc.

4466-92 Alan Jackson Plumbing, Inc.

4516-92 Larry A. Lent d/b/a AAA Aluminum

4528-92 Rens Plumbing, Inc.

4564-92 Michael Hritzik d/b/a Lake County A/C & Heating

4611-92 Randy Eastwood d/b/a Randall's Mobile Home Service

4663-92 Bob's Concrete, Inc.

4678-92 Paul Anthony Carroll d/b/a Carroll's A/C

4684-92 Charles K. Pepper (Electrical A/C & Heating

4726-92 Scott A. Strong d/b/a Electric Services, Inc.

4812-92 Richard E. Oswalt, Jr. (Residential Builder)

4814-92 Scott E. VanNuys (Plumbing)

4838-92 Joseph J. DiPaolo, Jr. (Plumbing)

4901-92 The Plumbing Connection of Central Florida, Inc.

4937-92 Wolfram A. Grothe (Building)

4943-92 James R. Burwell d/b/a Burwell Electric

4944-92 Charles L. Henry, Jr. d/b/a Henry Electric Co.

4945-92 Thomas Boatwright (Plumbing)

4953-92 Charles W. Turner, Jr. (Plumbing)

5011-92 Maurice Callahan Enterprises, Inc., d/b/a Callahan Sales & Service (A/C & Heating)

5022-92 Rodda Construction, Inc. (General)

5024-92 Gary Gioia d/b/a Anthony's Plumbing, Inc.

5025-92 Adams Brother Construction Company (Class C Residential)

5026-92 Harry Peppard (Electrical)

5027-92 Kenneth L. Watson (Roofing)

5029-92 Joe Johnson (Roofing)

5030-92 Roger Williams d/b/a Williams Construction (Residential Carpentry/Construction)

5031-92 Aron Electric, Inc.

5032-92 Jerry W. Stone (Roofing)

5033-92 Gary L. Smith d/b/a Alpha Electrical Service

195-93 Frank Bassett d/b/a Frank's Plumbing

369-93 William B. Bass (General)

1539-93 Tri-City Aluminum Products, Inc.

1640-93 Bobby Stephens d/b/a B & B Construction & Electric, Inc.

1642-93 Donald L. Sikes d/b/a Sikes Construction

4097-93 R. Richard Boliek d/b/a Lake Glass & Mirror

4501-93 Lecil Johnson (Roofing)

Cancellations

4888-91 Wiley E. Jones (Hallmark Homes)

4973-91 Marco Polo Builders, Inc.

3046-92 Azad Merian d/b/a Cardinal Construction

Stipulations

4736-91 Darrell Chandler's Bond Number Amended to:

90-G4-1726-6

4716-92 Name change from Coughlin Electric, Inc. to Coughlin & Carey, Inc.

4729-92 Name amended to Thomas E. Butler d/b/a Related Electric, Inc.

Accounts Allowed/Courts-Judges

Request for approval of a Satisfaction of Judgment for Jason T. Higbie and Sandra Higbie, in the amount of $50.00 - Case No.

89-1027-CJ.

COUNTY MANAGER'S DEPARTMENTAL BUSINESS

ASSESSMENTS/FIRE PROTECTION

Mr. Mike Anderson, Interim County Manager, explained this request.

Mr. Ed Havill, Lake County Property Appraiser, appeared before the Board stating that he had received some complaints regarding swimming pools being assessed on the fire tax, due to his staff picking up miscellaneous square footage, as they had been instructed to do by the County Attorney. He stated that 11,287 property tax bills had gone out with the miscellaneous fire tax on them, however, felt that most of them would probably remain as is, due to the $35.00 maximum cap for the fire tax category. He stated that there are other things on the tax bills that add up, unless the individual hits the $35.00, as a shut off - it is the people that are below the $35.00 that there might be a problem with, should the County decide to change what will be charged for the miscellaneous fire tax. He stated that the Board needs to straighten out the issue of abandoned cemeteries and certain structures that are being taxed, and suggested what the Board could do to keep from having to send out new tax bills.

Ms. Annette Star Lustgarten, County Attorney, stated that the Board does need to address those issues, and that they would not have to wait until the Appeals Board to do so. She stated that they have the ability to make a policy decision regarding whether they wish residential to include all residential structures, or a particular building. She also stated the intent of "Other Structures". She stated that staff's recommendation of what items should be included follow up what was voted on, and what the prior commission considered. She stated that, by the Board authorizing the Property Appraiser to make those adjustments now (after which a corrected bill will be sent to the property owners), it would preclude a number of appeals coming to the Board.

Commr. Swartz stated that, to let the public know what the intent of the Board is, would help everyone concerned from having further confusion, and would reduce the number of people who feel that they need to appeal. He stated that this was a classic

example of something falling through the cracks, noting that he had no idea that the County had never collected tax on vacant lots or miscellaneous improvements. He stated that he felt the thing for the Board to do now was find the easiest way for the County to get out of the mess.

Commr. Hanson stated that some of the agricultural people had been taxed across the board, as commercial, and felt that this was an issue that needed to be clarified, at which time Mr. Jim Loflin, Property Appraiser's Office, stated that said cases needed to be looked at on a one-to-one basis, therefore, would encourage those individuals to meet with him and discuss the matter.

Mr. Jim Loflin, Property Appraiser's Office, appeared before the Board and answered questions pertaining to air conditioned buildings and how same would be taxed.

At this time the Board reviewed a list (Miscellaneous Fire Assessment Category) indicating, item by item, what was to be assessed and what was not.

Ms. Lustgarten, County Attorney, informed the Board that the issues of abandoned cemeteries and whether certain buildings are considered utility sheds or garages would be taken up at the Board Meeting scheduled for December 3, 1991, and resolved at that time.

Mr. Havill, Property Appraiser, stated that he would like to have something in writing from the Board, approved by the County Attorney, stating what they want done regarding the Miscellaneous Fire Assessment Category list alluded to above, at which time Ms. Lustgarten, County Attorney, stated that she would confirm, in writing, what the consensus of the Board was this date regarding said list, with the list attached.

Mr. T. Keith Hall, Tax Collector, appeared before the Board stating that, from a procedural standpoint, he was concerned about the fact that approximately 11,300 tax bills have the miscellaneous tax on them, and, of that number, only 534 of them have been paid,

to date. But, from the standpoint of discounts that are allowed, since there is a Board Meeting scheduled for December 3, 1991, where the Board may decide some of the issues discussed, the taxpayers need to be made aware that unless they pay their tax bill in November, they will not get the maximum benefit of the discount. He did not want them to wait for that meeting to decide whether they are going to pay their bill or not - it needs to be paid in advance. He stated that, if an individual tried to pay only a portion of his tax bill, his office would not accept the payment, due to the fact that, until the taxpayer's bill has been corrected on the tax roll, they will not accept a partial payment.

Mr. T. J. Townsend, a resident of Yalaha, appeared before the Board stating that he appreciated the Board's efforts to correct some obvious inconsistencies of the past. He questioned why a community clubhouse is classified in the category of commercial, industrial or institutional, rather than miscellaneous buildings, to which Mr. Ed Havill, Property Appraiser, responded, stating that the Department of Revenue, in Tallahassee, sets the guidelines that the County is supposed to follow, and that the clubhouse falls within those guidelines. Mr. Townsend then questioned the taxing of several other buildings, as well as a seawall which is located on the property that houses the clubhouse, at which time a brief discussion occurred regarding the matter.

It was the consensus of the Board to approve the miscellaneous category fee schedule for the non-ad valorem assessments for fire/rescue, as corrected this date.

COUNTY MANAGER'S CONSENT AGENDA

Commr. Gregg requested that a request for approval of specifications, quotes, encumbering funds previously authorized, payments to be made, and other services that do not require bids or quotes be pulled from the Consent Agenda and handled separately.

Commr. Bailey requested that a request for approval of a petition to change the name on the extension of Hollendel Road, which was accepted into the County maintenance system on January 22, 1991, back to its original name of Banana Point Drive, be pulled, as well.

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

Accounts Allowed/Administrative Services-Budget

Budget Transfers/Outdoor Recreation

Request for approval of a budget transfer, in the Tourist Development-Resort Tax Fund, from Special Reserve to Contractual Services, in the amount of $45,283.00.

Administrative Services-Budget/Budgets/Resolutions

Request for resolution providing for year-end expenditure

adjustments to the County Budget for FY 1990-91, and authorized

proper signatures on same.

Accounts Allowed/Code Enforcement/County Buildings & Grounds

Courthouse

Request from Capital Improvements, to encumber additional funds for the extension of Threshold/Building Code Inspection Services, for the Criminal Justice Facility. The increased commitment is in the amount of $35,000.00.

Accounts Allowed/Courthouse/County Buildings & Grounds

Request from Capital Improvements, to encumber an additional $6,500.00, for the purchase order with Barton-Malow Company, to cover subcontractor's costs involved with the Main Jail and the Courts Building.

Accounts Allowed/Fire Protection

Request from Capital Improvements, for approval of Change Order No. 1, to Scheveling Construction Company, in the amount of $1,195.00, for The Plantation Fire Station.

Planning & Development/Subdivisions

Request for approval of preliminary plat of Lake Emma Ridge Subdivision (39 lots in District 2).

Accounts Allowed/Grants/State Agencies

Request to apply for a grant, for FY 1991-92, from the Transportation Disadvantaged Commission, to provide financial assistance, in the amount of $17,543.00.

Rights-of-Way, Roads & Easements

Request to accept the following non-exclusive easements:

Large Lot Waiver

West-Lake Groves Partnership - District 2

Frost/Reynolds - District 2

Bena C. Gamble - District 5

Roads-County & State/Signs

Request to post 35 m.p.h. speed limit signs on the following roads:

Deerhaven Road (4-9097)

Coronado/Somerset Drive (4-4083), Sorrento

Roads-County & State/Public Works

Request for approval of Stormwater Discharge Facility Permit Application for Wayne Road Project, and authorized proper signatures on same.

ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES-BUDGET/BUDGETS

Commr. Gregg questioned Ms. Kathy McDonald, Interim Director of Health & General Services, concerning a request from her department for several phones from Bell South Mobility, in the amount of $5,460.00, for Fire Protection, to which she replied that they have had some problems with their radio system in Fire Protection, thus, the reason for this request. She stated that said phones are budgeted, and that the individuals who will be using them are aware of the fact that if they start abusing them they will be taken out of their vehicles.

Commr. Gregg stated that he felt it was going to get out of hand, and requested Ms. Eleanor Anderson, Executive Director of Administrative Services-Budget, to keep track of the County's total Cellular phone bill so that, at the end of the year, they can see what the County is spending for the phones.

Mr. Mike Anderson, Interim County Manager, requested that a portion of this request, pertaining to Health & General Services, for approval of some safety and firefighter equipment, and a portion pertaining to Environmental Services - Ag Center, for approval of the 1991-92 Lake County forester assessment (a service

that is provided for by the Florida Statutes), be deleted at this time.

On a motion by Commr. Swartz, seconded by Commr. Hanson and carried unanimously, the Board approved a request from Administrative Services-Budget, for approval of specifications, quotes, encumbering funds previously authorized, payments to be made, and other services that do not require bids or quotes, as follows, with noted deletions:

The Requisitions for the Corrections Division have been processed in the same manner as they were done prior to Lake County Board of County Commissioners assuming responsibility. At present, the Jail Administrator is in the process of bringing these procedures in compliance with County purchasing policy and procedures. Request permission to waive the bid and quote process at this time.

ROADS-COUNTY & STATE/SIGNS

A brief discussion occurred regarding this request.

On a motion by Commr. Swartz, seconded by Commr. Hanson and carried unanimously, the Board approved a request to change the name on the extension of Hollendel Road, which was accepted into the County maintenance system on January 22, 1991, back to its original name of Banana Point Drive.

COUNTY MANAGER'S DEPARTMENTAL BUSINESS (CONT'D.)

APPOINTMENTS-RESIGNATIONS/PRIVATE INDUSTRY COUNCIL

Ms. Lois Martin, Director of Personnel, explained this request.

On a motion by Commr. Bakich, seconded by Commr. Gregg and carried unanimously, the Board approved a request from Personnel to

appoint/reappoint individuals to serve two year terms on the Lake County Private Industry Council.

PERSONNEL/PUBLIC WORKS

Ms. Lois Martin, Director of Personnel, explained this request.

On a motion by Commr. Swartz, seconded by Commr. Gregg and carried, the Board approved a request from Personnel to fill a vacant Mower Operator position in Public Works.

Commr. Hanson voted "No".

CORRECTIONS/PERSONNEL

Ms. Lois Martin, Director of Personnel, explained this request.

On a motion by Commr. Gregg, seconded by Commr. Swartz and carried unanimously, the Board approved a request from Personnel to fill a vacant Records Clerk position in the Division of Corrections.

ASSESSMENTS/ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES/LANDFILLS/RESOLUTIONS

Mr. Don Findell, Executive Director of Environmental Services, explained this request.

Ms. Annette Star Lustgarten, County Attorney, informed the Board that regarding the MSTU (Municipal Services Taxing Unit) that was corrected, the title MSTU includes disposal and collection; however, the resolution is very clear that it is only for disposal. She stated that, at some point in the future, should the Board choose to do something else, it will require another advertising and a special assessment roll. She stated that the resolution is necessary in order to establish the ground work for the intent. She stated that the resolution will be on the agenda for the Board Meeting scheduled for December 19, 1991, for approval.

A brief discussion occurred regarding this matter, at which time Ms. Lustgarten, County Attorney, stated that this issue is unrelated to mandatory collection, it is simply use of the method.

Mr. Don Findell, Executive Director of Environmental Services, interjected that this resolution would, essentially, be the same resolution that was adopted last year.

Commr. Gregg stated that whatever the Board chooses to do, it has to be fair to everyone, and that he will not support it unless there is equity across the board.

Ms. Joan Gathings, a resident of Clermont, appeared before the Board stating that if the Board approves this resolution, it will open a Pandora's box. She referred to the special meeting which was held at the Agriculture Center, on July 11, 1991, regarding the non-ad valorem special assessments for solid waste disposal, noting that 1,500 to 2,000 residents of the County stated, at that time, that they did not want mandatory collection.

Further discussion occurred, at which time Commr. Hanson stated that this Board is very sensitive to the amount of money involved and that they are committed to getting the fee down just as low as they can.

On a motion by Commr. Bakich, seconded by Commr. Swartz and carried unanimously, the Board approved a request to advertise the resolution authorizing the levy and collection of non-ad valorem assessments, for the Municipal Services Taxing Unit (MSTU), for the unincorporated area of Lake County, for solid waste disposal, collection, and recycling, with additions and changes incorporated.

RECESS & REASSEMBLY

At 10:45 a.m., the Chairman announced that the Board would take a 15 minute recess

ASSESSMENTS/MUNICIPALITIES/RESOLUTIONS

Mr. Mike Anderson, Interim County Manager, explained this request.

Ms. Annette Star Lustgarten, County Attorney, informed the Board that this resolution expands the Municipal Service Taxing Unit (MSTU) to incorporate the Town of Howey-in-the-Hills, that the

Board approved several weeks ago, and noted that the Town of Astatula is also interested in joining. She stated that the ordinance makes it clear that the County will be assessing a non-ad valorem assessment in the Municipal Services Benefit Unit for Deer Island, and, in order to have it in place for next year, it has to be included at this time. She stated that both the resolution and the ordinance will be before the Board, for approval, at the Board Meeting scheduled for December 19, 1991. She stated that this resolution is for the entire area, which includes the Town of Lady Lake and Minneola, noting that the reason for it is that this resolution makes it clear that the assessment roll will be for a number of years, unless a new assessment roll is adopted. She stated that, when the Board goes through the process next year for Howey-in-the-Hills, Deer Island, and Astatula, staff will only have to notice the residents in that particular area, and will not have to renotice the entire county again.

On a motion by Commr. Swartz, seconded by Commr. Gregg and carried, the Board approved a request to advertise a resolution expressing the intent of the Board to utilize the uniform method for the levy, collection, and enforcement of non-ad valorem assessments, in the Municipal Services Benefit Unit (MSBU) for Deer Island, the Town of Astatula, and the Town of Howey-in-the-Hills, effective October 1, 1992.

Commr. Bakich was not present for the discussion or vote.

ASSESSMENTS/MUNICIPALITIES/ORDINANCES

Ms. Annette Star Lustgarten, County Attorney, requested the Board to approve the advertising of the ordinance pertaining to the MSTU for Astatula and Howey-in-the-Hills.

On a motion by Commr. Swartz, seconded by Commr. Hanson and carried, the Board approved a request to advertise the ordinance which expands the "Lake County Municipal Service Taxing Unit for Fire Protection", to incorporate the Town of Astatula and the Town

of Howey-in-the-Hills, and to make it clear that the County will be assessing a non-ad valorem assessment in the MSBU for Deer Island.

Commr. Bakich was not present for the discussion or vote.

E-911

Ms. Kathy McDonald, Interim Director of Health & General Services, explained this request.

Mr. Bruce Thorburn, E-911 Coordinator, appeared before the Board and gave a brief presentation on how the digital network system would work, at which time he reviewed diagrams explaining the system, and answered questions from the Board.

On a motion by Commr. Gregg, seconded by Commr. Hanson and carried, the Board approved a request to replace the existing analog data network utilized by the E911 system with a digital network.

Commr. Bakich was not present for the discussion or vote.

ASSESSMENTS/RESOLUTIONS

Ms. Annette Star Lustgarten, County Attorney, stated that this resolution authorizes the uniform method for the levy and collection of non-ad valorem assessments in the Greater Groves Municipal Services Benefit Unit. She stated that several months ago the Board adopted an ordinance creating the Greater Groves Municipal Service Benefit Unit, in response to the ordinance that created the Greater Groves Planned Unit Development, and in order to prepare for adoption of the non-ad valorem assessment next year, it is necessary to advertise the resolution and transmit it to the Lake County Property Appraiser and Tax Collector. She stated that a public hearing will be held between June 1 and September 15, 1992, regarding the matter. She stated that, in order to have it in place by October of 1992, it is necessary to take this action at this time.

On a motion by Commr. Swartz, seconded by Commr. Gregg and carried unanimously, the Board approved a request to advertise the

resolution authorizing the levy and collection of non-ad valorem assessments for the Greater Groves Municipal Services Benefit Unit.

On a motion by Commr. Swartz, seconded by Commr. Hanson and carried unanimously, the Board authorized staff to prepare a resolution to do the necessary advertising to consider the Greater Hills Municipal Services Benefit Unit.

COUNTY ATTORNEY'S MATTERS

CONTRACTS, LEASES & AGREEMENTS/ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES

LANDFILLS

Ms. Annette Star Lustgarten, County Attorney, requested that a request for approval of an agreement between Lake County and Winston and Strawn, for legal services in connection with negotiating the Ogden Martin contract, be withdrawn at this time, noting that she would have it on the agenda for the Board Meeting scheduled for November 19, 1991.

COMMISSIONERS' BUSINESS

ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/COMMISSIONERS

On a motion by Commr. Swartz, seconded by Commr. Hanson and carried unanimously, the Board approved a request for ratification of the Board on financial items which needed to be paid prior to this Board Meeting.

RECESS & REASSEMBLY

At 11:15 a.m. the Chairman announced that the Board would recess until 11:30 a.m., for a time certain item, being the Imperial Terrace request for MSBU for street lighting.

ORDINANCES/PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT/SUBDIVISIONS/RESOLUTIONS

Ms. Annette Star Lustgarten, County Attorney, explained this request. She noted that a petition had been submitted in favor of the request.

Ms. Betty Daurer, President of the Imperial Terrace West Homeowners' Association, appeared before the Board and requested them to rule in favor of the MSBU.

On a motion by Commr. Swartz, seconded by Commr. Gregg and carried unanimously, the Board approved a request for authorization to advertise the resolution expressing the intent of Lake County to use the uniform method for the levy, collection, and enforcement of non-ad valorem assessments, for the provision of maintenance and the expansion of street lighting within the "Imperial Terrace West Municipal Service Benefit Unit", and the advertising of the ordinance providing for the establishment of a Municipal Service Benefit Unit (MSBU) for Imperial Terrace West, in the unincorporated area of Lake County, for the provision, maintenance, and expansion of street lighting.

It was noted that the resolution and ordinance will be heard on December 17, 1991, at 11:15 a.m., for adoption.

COMMISSIONERS' BUSINESS (CONT'D.)

PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT/ZONING

Mr. John Swanson, Executive Director of Planning and Development, appeared before the Board and gave a brief update on the B. G. Harmon/Cashwell subdivision situation. He stated that he had met with Mr. Harmon (Florida Select Citrus and Grove Land) at his business in Leesburg, and indicated some concerns that the residents of the subdivision were having, such as environmental concerns, commercial activity, the size of the structure, pesticide and herbicide control, and the hours of operation, and that Mr. Harmon had indicated his willingness to meet with said individuals. He stated that a meeting has been set for Thursday, November 14, 1991, at 12:00 noon, to see if they can come up with some type of agreement on the situation. He noted that Mr. Harmon is planning to plant papaya trees on the property in question.

Discussion occurred regarding the matter, at which time it was the consensus of the Board to put the matter off until the Board Meeting scheduled for November 19, 1991, for further discussion.

No action was taken at this time.

ASSESSMENTS/FIRE PROTECTION (CONT'D.)

Mr. Ed Havill, Lake County Property Appraiser, reappeared before the Board and requested clarification in the matter of the assessments.

It was noted that the Board's intent was to correct all the tax bills that were originally mailed out, noting that if there was a cumulative total over $35.00, due to other things, it would stay, whereas the people that came below $35.00 would get a tax credit back.

It was noted that a public notice would be put in the local newspapers addressing the items discussed this date.

Commr. Gregg questioned the County Attorney regarding the fact that, if the Board reached a decision that the direction it wanted to go was across the Board, inside and outside the incorporated areas, whether any changes would have to be made in what was discussed this date, to which she responded that they would have to amend the ordinance to include the cities. She stated, however, that the ordinance could be adopted anytime, as it is not on a time frame, it is the resolution expressing the Board's intent that has to be done by January 1, 1992. It was noted that the resolution would have to include the cities.

Ms. Lustgarten, County Attorney, stated that she and the Interim County Manager, Mike Anderson, had met with Mr. Havill, Property Appraiser, recently, because she wanted to apprise him of the other MSBUs that are being created this date, so that he would be aware that those will not be going to a referendum and that it was the Board's intent to do that, and he had expressed that he would have no objections to them, and stated the reasons why. She stated that she would confirm in writing that Mr. Havill agreed to address those favorably next year when the Board goes through the non-ad valorem assessment public hearing process.

No further action was taken at this time.

RECESS & REASSEMBLY

At 12:10 p.m. the Chairman announced that the Board would recess until 1:30 p.m., for the Palm Beach Presentation.

BUDGETS/REPORTS

Mr. Herbert A. Marlowe, Jr., Ph.D., from the University of Florida, appeared before the Board and gave a presentation on creating higher value government. He discussed trends impacting local government; the general public's perception of government; an organizational redesign; and the principles for a model budget development process. He discussed last year's budget process for this county and the process that they are designing for this year, which he noted is somewhat different from last year's, as well as what they are trying to accomplish in Palm Beach County. He stated that 80% of families in this nation have a lower level of income now than they did in 1977, after you adjust for inflation; therefore, when people come to the Board stating that taxes are hurting them, it is true, because they have less money to work with now than then. He stated that this county is facing some very serious financial constraints. He stated that there are some tremendous changes going on in the private sector, and noted that the public sector tends to follow the practices of the private sector. He stated that, if one believes the County is faced with long-term economic and social issues, then they have got to create some new forms of government, noting that this is what they are trying to do in their budget process in Palm Beach County. He stated that, statewide, citizens believe that local governments waste 36 cents out of their tax dollars. He stated, however, that approximately 53% of the public believe that government sometimes does what is right, and approximately 35% believe that government does what is right most of the time. He stated that 77% of the public believe that higher taxes are not needed - that government can provide just as much service in the future as they do now, if

they would just cut out waste. He stated most people feel that government can provide better service, at a lower cost, and that they are not happy with how their government operates; therefore, county officials do not have the level of confidence that they need. He stated that the public, as a whole, is frustrated with their public officials. He stated that the public puts requirements on their public officials that are almost impossible to meet - in demands and expectations - which gives the officials a feeling of tremendous frustration, as well as their staff, as they cannot meet the expectations.

Mr. Marlowe stated that Palm Beach County is trying to build an intellectual platform - a framework for different ways in providing government services. He stated that they are not in the process of just cutting the budget, but also to rethink what they are doing, in order to provide a better level of service, and a better quality of service, and hope that they can do it within the same fiscal constraints that they presently have. He stated that, in doing so, they believe that they are building a higher value government, so that people feel they are getting good value for their dollar.

Mr. Steven Bordelon, CPA and Budget Director for Palm Beach County, appeared before the Board and discussed Palm Beach County's strategic budget process, at which time he discussed their five-year forecast and the local economic conditions, as well as a resolution which was passed by their Board of County Commissioners, stating that there would be no net increases in the County's operating budget. He stated they sent a very clear signal that the County would have another tight year, in terms of the budget.

Mr. Bordelon then discussed the major steps that Palm Beach County took during their budget process, which was to hold an all day retreat for their department heads; to identify and document the various programs; to rate the various programs; and to set up

a budget strategy matrix which included program reductions; budget policies; and other measures.

In summary, Mr. Marlowe stated that if this county wants to set a goal of building a process which allows a thorough analysis of thinking about where government needs to go, they need to: (1) realize that it is not a one-year process; (2) that it involves a tremendous amount of work on the part of staff and the Board, noting that it will not work if the Board is not willing to commit time and energy to it; (3) that the County Administrator has to be committed to this level of analysis; and (4) that you have to change a mind set among staff members. He stated that the Board should do something that will fit and work for this county, and not just take what Palm Beach County did and go with it. He then answered questions presented by the Board.

Discussion occurred regarding the search for a consultant to develop the Palm Beach County study, for Lake County, at which time Commr. Bakich questioned what this Board needs to do to begin the process of locating one, to which Mr. Bordelon responded, explaining step by step what the Board needs to do.

Commr. Bakich questioned how much money would need to be spent to develop the process alluded to this date, to which Mr. Marlowe responded, by informing the Board what it cost Palm Beach County ($62,000.00) and Lee County ($56,000.00) to do theirs.

Commr. Bakich then questioned whether Mr. Marlowe sets his fees based on population, or on the process, to which he replied that it is based on an hourly rate, based on a work plan.

Further discussion occurred regarding the matter; however, no formal action was taken at this time.

The Board thanked Mr. Marlowe and Mr. Bordelon for their presentation, noting that they found it to be very educational.

There being no further business to be brought to the attention of the Board, the meeting adjourned at 3:40 p.m.

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DONALD B. BAILEY, CHAIRMAN

ATTEST:

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JAMES C. WATKINS, CLERK

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