A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

AUGUST 1, 1995

The Lake County Board of County Commissioners met in regular session on Tuesday, August 1, 1995, at 9:00 a.m., in the Board of County Commissioner's Meeting Room, Lake County Administration Building, Tavares, Florida. Commissioners present at the meeting were: Rhonda H. Gerber, Chairman; William "Bill" H. Good, Vice Chairman; G. Richard Swartz, Jr.; Catherine C. Hanson; and Welton G. Cadwell. Others present were: Sue Whittle, Interim County Manager; Rolon Reed, Interim County Attorney; Ava Kronz, BCC Office Manager; and Sandra Carter, Deputy Clerk.

Commr. Cadwell gave the Invocation and led the Pledge of Allegiance.

AGENDA UPDATE

Ms. Sue Whittle, Interim County Manager, requested to pull Tab 26, under Other Business, a request for approval to appoint Ms. Kyleen Fischer to the Superintendent of Schools position and Mr. Robert Froeman to the Program Administrator of the Department of Health and Rehabilitative Services position on the Lake County Citizens' Commission for Children, noting that said appointments would be rescheduled for a later date.

On a motion by Commr. Good, seconded by Commr. Hanson and carried unanimously, by a 5-0 vote, the Board approved to pull Tab 26, as noted above, to be rescheduled for a later date.

MINUTES

On a motion by Commr. Good, seconded by Commr. Cadwell and carried unanimously, by a 5-0 vote, the Board approved the Minutes of June 6, 1995 (Special Meeting), as presented.

Regarding the Minutes of June 20, 1995 (Regular Meeting), the following change was requested:

On Page 48, Line 25, change assundries to sundries.

On Page 17, Line 25, a correction was made in the account number.

On a motion by Commr. Swartz, seconded by Commr. Good and carried unanimously, by a 5-0 vote, the Board approved the Minutes of June 20, 1995 (Regular Meeting), as corrected.

CLERK OF COURT'S CONSENT AGENDA

On a motion by Commr. Hanson, seconded by Commr. Good and carried unanimously, by a 5-0 vote, the Board approved the following requests:

Accounts Allowed/Budgets/Budget Transfers/County Attorney

Public Services/Resolutions/Solid Waste

Request for approval of Budget Transfers, Resolutions, and For Information Item from the Office of Finance, Audit & Budgets, as follows:



A. BUDGET TRANSFERS



1. Fund: General

Department: County Attorney

From: Contingency $ 16,000 To: Contractual Services $ 16,000

Transfer No.: 95-241



Justification: Transfer needed to pay Interim County Attorney for the months of July and August. Balance of Contingency after transfer is $264,196.



2. Fund: County Transportation Trust Fund

Department: Public Services

From: Contingency $137,000

To: Roads $137,000

Transfer No.: 95-242



Justification: Additional funds required to encumber funds for road projects. Funds ill be reimbursed by FDOT upon completion. Transfer will allow Public Services to proceed with scheduled County projects.



B. RESOLUTIONS



1. Fund: Solid Waste Management Fund

Department: Solid Waste

Revenue: FDEP Grant $ 20,909

Expenditure: Several $ 20,909

Budget No.: 95-244



Justification: Solid Waste has received notification that the Florida Department of Environmental Protection has granted Lake County $20,909 for recycling, litter reduction and solid waste issues.



2. Fund: Solid Waste Capital Projects

Department: Solid Waste

Revenue: Reimbursement - Phoenix $160,000

Expenditure: Contractual Services

Contingency $ 27,200

Budget No.: 95-243



Justification: Phoenix Construction has agreed to reimburse the County for all engineering costs incurred in the completion of corrective work necessary to close the Umatilla Landfill, in accordance with FDEP.



C. FOR INFORMATION



In accordance with Board direction, the attached items were approved by the County Manager based on a policy adopted by the Board on March 1, 1993, increasing the transfer limit of the County Manager from $10,000 to $25,000.



Accounts Allowed/Courts-Judges



Request for approval of Satisfaction of Judgment for B. C. Jones, in the amount of $250.00, Case No. 85-1140-CFA, and authorized proper signatures on same.



Accounts Allowed/Courts-Judges



Request for approval of Satisfaction of Judgment for James Harden, George Harden and Linda Harden, in the amount of $50.00, Case Nos. 88-658; 88-729; and 88-1063-CJ, and authorized proper signatures on same.



Reports



Request to acknowledge receipt of list of warrants paid prior to this meeting, pursuant to Chapter 136 of the Florida Statutes, which shall be incorporated into the Minutes as attached Exhibit A and filed in the Board Support Division of the Clerk's Office.



Accounts Allowed/Reports



Request to acknowledge receipt of Monthly Distribution of Revenue Traffic/Criminal Cases, for the month ending June 30, 1995, in the amount of $154,328.90. Same period, last year: $133,932.83.



Ordinances/Municipalities



Request to acknowledge receipt of Ordinances from the City of Tavares, adopted by the City Council of the City of Tavares on June 21, 1995, as follows:



Ordinance No. 95-22, annexing approximately 10.4 acres of property generally located on the southeast corner of CR 561 and CR 448 into the corporate limits of the City of Tavares.



Ordinance No. 95-25, amending Ordinance No. 93-25, pertaining to the City of Tavares' utility service district.



Budgets/Reports



Request to acknowledge receipt of Village Center Community Development District's Proposed Amended Water and Sewer Budget for Fiscal Year 1995-96, in accordance with Chapter 190.008(2)(b)(c), of the Florida Statutes.



Utilities



Request to acknowledge receipt of Notice of Hearing Before the Florida Public Service Commission To Florida Power Corporation and All Other Interested Persons: Docket No. 941232-EG - Petition for Approval of Modifications to the Residential Load Management Rate Schedule by Florida Power Corporation. A Public Hearing will be held on August 2 and 3, 1995, at 9:30 a.m., Betty Easley Conference Center, Tallahassee, Florida.



Utilities



Request to acknowledge receipt of Notice of Hearing Before the Florida Public Service Commission, in Re: Request for approval of transfer of facilities to the City of Clermont and Cancellation of Certificate No. 512-W, in Lake County, by Lake Hills Utilities, Inc., Order Acknowledging Transfer and Canceling Certificate and Notice of Further Proceedings or Judicial Review.



Accounting/Funds/State Agencies



Request to acknowledge receipt of Green Swamp Land Authority's General and Acquisition Fund Balance Sheets; General Fund Revenues and Appropriation Expenditures; and General Fund Cash Receipts and Disbursements, as of June 30, 1995, prepared by Greenlee Kurras Rice & Brown, P.A., in accordance with Statements on Standards for Accounting and Review Services, issued by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants.



Budgets/Municipalities



Request to acknowledge receipt of Country Club of Mount Dora Community Development District Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 1995-96.



COUNTY MANAGER'S CONSENT AGENDA

Commr. Cadwell noted that Tab 5, under the County Manager's Consent Agenda, was the by-product of a meeting that was held with the Lake County School Board, where it was determined that the Industrial Development Authority (IDA) would include a member of the School Board, the President of Lake-Sumter Community College, and a representative of the League of Cities, as non-voting members.

It was noted that, even though Commr. Cadwell was the Liaison Commissioner, he was a voting member.

Commr. Hanson requested that Item III. B., on Addendum No. 1, under the County Manager's Consent Agenda, a request for approval of a request by the St. Johns River Water Management District for selective tree removal within the Wekiva River Basin, be pulled and discussed separately.

Commr. Gerber requested that Tab 7, under the County Manager's Consent Agenda, a request for approval of the cost schedule for maintenance of the County's Classification and Compensation Plan, by David M. Griffith & Associates, Ltd., be pulled, for clarification.

Commr. Swartz requested that Tab 8, a request for approval of changes to David M. Griffith & Associates, Ltd. recommended classification plan; and Tab 18, a request for approval to advertise for bids, proposals and professional services; award and issue purchase orders for quotes, bids, proposals, annual bids, state contract, G.S.A. Cooperative Bids, OEM repairs, sole source and proprietor source, and to approve and execute contracts and encumber funds, under the County Manager's Consent Agenda, be pulled and discussed separately.

On a motion by Commr. Good, seconded by Commr. Hanson and carried unanimously, by a 5-0 vote, the Board approved to pull Item III. B., on Addendum No. 1, and Tabs 7, 8, and 18 from the County Manager's Consent Agenda, to be discussed separately, and approved the following requests:

Accounts Allowed/Community Services/Public Health



Request from Community Services for approval of third quarter payment to LifeStream Behavioral Center, for FY 1994-95. Total expenditure - $42,500.00, pursuant to Florida Statutes 394.76.



Accounts Allowed/Community Services/Public Health



Request from Community Services for approval to pay Medicaid Hospital Bill, in the amount of $38,314.42, and Medicaid Nursing Home bill, in the amount of $32,219.76, for the month of May.



Committees/Economic Development/Ordinances

Industrial Development Authority



Request from Economic Development for approval to advertise Ordinance amending Ordinance No. 1994-10, increasing the membership of the Lake County Industrial Development Authority to 14 members.



County Employees/Human Resources



Request from Human Resources for approval of Certificates for employees with one and three years of service to the County.



Planning and Development/Zoning



Request from Planning and Development for approval to proceed with Land Development Regulations amendment, to provide an additional 90 days, for the processing of over 125 existing lot split applications. The proposed amendment will allow staff and applicants additional time to complete the process. The amendment, as proposed, would amend Sections 14.10.05 of the Land Development Regulations, as drafted.



Accounts Allowed/Planning and Development/Subdivisions



Request from Planning and Development for approval to release Irrevocable Letter of Credit, in the amount of $16,500.00, for performance, to construct driveways in Lake Yale Cove.



Accounts Allowed/Bonds/Planning and Development/Subdivisions



Request from Planning and Development for acceptance of Final Plat, for Sawmill Subdivision, and Maintenance Bond, for Landscaping, in the amount of $4,843.00. This is a proposed development consisting of 49 lots, off Log House Road/CR 565B, in Section 11, Township 23 South, Range 25 East - Commission District 2.



Deeds/Public Services/Resolutions/State Agencies

Roads-County and State



Request from Public Services for approval of Resolution and authorization for Chairman to execute County Deed to State of Florida, Department of Transportation, for portion of State Road 19, Section 11170-2509, North of Groveland, at Palatlakaha Creek Bridge (Parcel No. 100.1), for purposes of constructing and/or improving State Road 19.



Accounts Allowed/Public Services/Road Projects



Request from Public Services for approval for Chairman to execute Change Order No. 1, to Rose Street Widening and Resurfacing Project No. 4-95, for curb removal and replacement on north side of Rose Street, in the amount of $27,746.50, Benefit District 2 - Commission District 5.



Accounts Allowed/Public Services/Road Projects



Request from Public Services for approval to award North Buckhill Road/CR 455 and CR 455/SR 19 Intersection Improvement Project No. 5-95, Bid No. B-6-5-24, to Lem Bryant Land Clearing Company, Inc., and approval to encumber and expend funds, in the amount of $147,813.00, from the Road Impact Fee Fund, Benefit District 4 - Commission District 3.



Accounts Allowed/Public Services/Road Projects



Request from Public Services for approval to award CR 44A Resurfacing Project No. 7-95, Bid No. B-6-5-23, to C. A. Meyer Paving and Construction Company, Inc., and approval to encumber and expend funds, in the amount of $532,164.17, from the Transportation Trust Fund - Commission District 4.



Accounts Allowed/Public Services/Road Projects



Request from Public Services for approval to award Road Improvement Project No. 9-95 to Donovan Lane, North Emeralda Island Road, North Em-En-El Grove Road, and CR 452, Bid No. B-6-5-25, to Professional Dirt Services, Inc., and approval to encumber and expend funds, in the amount of $215,875.00, from the Transportation Trust Fund - Commission District 5.



Deeds/Public Services/Roads-County and State



Request from Public Services for acceptance of the following Statutory Warranty Deeds:



Trustees of the Eustis Elks Lodge No. 1578

C-19A



Ronnie P. Dotson and Marilyn Y. Dotson

East Eldorado Lake Drive (4-6480)



Jeffery L. Lemons and Charlyn J. Lemons

Empire Church Road (2-1213)



North Carolina Baptist Foundation, Inc.

Abrams Road (4-5371)



Accounts Allowed/Guardian Ad Litem



Request from Guardian Ad Litem for approval to pay for upgrade of 386 computer to 486/66, with 4 megabytes memory. Total cost of upgrade - $510.00.



Grants/Public Services/State Agencies



Request from Public Services for approval and authorization for the Chairman to sign Florida Department of Transportation subgrant application for highway safety funds.



Ms. Sue Whittle, Interim County Manager, requested that Tab 19, under the County Manager's Consent Agenda, a request for approval and authorization for Chairman to execute deductive Change Order No. 1, in the amount of $95,061.00, to Contract between Lake County and Hunter-Nelson, Inc., for the Intermediate Storage and Transfer Facility, be pulled and postponed until the Board Meeting of August 15, 1995.

On a motion by Commr. Good, seconded by Commr. Hanson and carried unanimously, by a 5-0 vote, the Board approved a request from the Interim County Manager, Ms. Whittle, to pull Tab 19, under the County Manager's Consent Agenda, and postpone action regarding same until the Board Meeting of August 15, 1995, as alluded to above.

PERSONAL APPEARANCES/PUBLIC HEARINGS/TIMES CERTAIN

COUNTY EMPLOYEES

EMPLOYEE AWARDS

Commr. Gerber presented Employee Awards, as follows:

Plaque to Employee with Five Years of Service to the County



Timothy Hoban, Senior Assistant County Attorney, County Attorney's Office



Plaque to Employee with Ten Years of Service to the County



Donald H. Roof, Technical Support Super, Public Services/Engineering Division/Technical Support



Plaque and Bond to Employee of the Quarter, Third Quarter (April, May, June)



Willard "Bo" Carlton, Area Maintenance Supervisor, Public Services/Roads Division/Maintenance Area II (Minneola)



ADDENDUM NO. 1

PERSONAL APPEARANCES/PUBLIC HEARINGS/TIMES CERTAIN

PRESENTATION BY BIOSPHERE

Mr. Jim Thomas, President, Biosphere, representing Friends of Lake Apopka, appeared before the Board to discuss their efforts to clean up Lake Apopka. He distributed a handout, regarding the project's approach and budget, for the Board's perusal. He stated that, for years, the Friends of Lake Apopka have supported restoration projects of various kinds and have come to realize that none of the restoration projects will make a great deal of difference, until the source of the problem is stopped, being farm discharge into the lake. He stated that they have been through a number of battles, in the last year, with regard to various things that are going on, at the regulatory level, with the farms. He stated that they decided to take a different approach and put together a group (Lake Apopka Upland Disposal Work Group) to look at the feasibility of treating the farm discharge like sewage effluent and disposing of it on the uplands, where the soil can remove the phosphorus from it. He stated that his group coerced the farm groups to begin said work approximately two years ago and they hired a consultant and began to look at some sites in Orange County, on the east side of the lakes, closer to the farms, to see what the possibilities were.

Mr. Thomas stated that, through the use of geotechnical equipment provided by the County, they were able to do some subsurface radar and evaluate some sites. He stated that they discovered the sites were not able to dispose of the amount of water available, because of clay under the soil. He stated that they spent approximately $150,000.00 in said research. He stated that it showed some techniques that could be used, however, they could not find any adequate sites. He stated that they decided to call a summit meeting of everybody involved, being Lake County, St. Johns River Water Management District, Orange County, and the farms, to find a way to once and for all get rid of the discharge, in a natural way, and remove the source of the problem. He stated that it was decided, at that meeting, that it was worthwhile to pursue, therefore, they assembled the Lake Apopka Upland Disposal Work Group. He stated that they discovered it is feasible to dispose of the discharge, in this manner, and feel they have found several tracts of land that will function very well and can, hopefully, solve this problem. He stated that everything that has been done so far has been in-kind, however, to evaluate the sites that have been selected, they have to determine whether they will be able to fund the study, or have to give it up.

Mr. Thomas thanked the Board for the County's participation, thus far, noting that Mr. Jim Barker, Director, Environmental Management Services, had been invaluable to them. He stated that use of the County's equipment had helped a great deal and saved a tremendous amount of money, in doing the initial evaluation of the sites; however, they need approximately $336,000.00 to complete

the project. He stated that they had asked everybody participating to contribute to this fund and continue the project. He stated that they looked at State and Federal funding sources and feel they can come up with the money to do the construction, the land purchase, etc.; however, they need funds for the study. He stated that the group has commitments from the St. Johns River Water Management District, Orange County, and some from environmental groups, however, requested the Board to consider including a contribution to this study, to give them the final answers they need. He stated that they need $100,000.00 and requested the Board to consider giving a contribution, however, noted that they will take whatever they can get. He then answered questions from the Board regarding same.

Commr. Swartz stated that the Board would need a more detailed scope of services, before considering this request.

Mr. Thomas stated that the group presently has a fairly detailed scope of services.

Commr. Swartz stated that the Board would need staff to go over the scope of services with them and that he was concerned about the initial funding. He stated that he was skeptical about the funding that will come from the Legislature, as well, which he clarified.

Mr. Thomas stated that his group had been promised a Bill from the Legislature, however, what would happen beyond that point, he did not know. He stated that the possibilities are there, although there are no guarantees, but, they cannot go anywhere until they finish the studies and know that it is going to work and how much it is going to cost, which is where the group is, at the present time. He noted that he would get the scope of services and the budget to each of the Board members, as soon as possible.

Commr. Hanson stated that she felt the County needed to be a player in the study, because Lake County's lakes are affected, probably more than Orange County's lakes.

Mr. Thomas stated that his group had made an initial decision to try to buy out the farms and handle the problem that way; however, they determined that they could not take that kind of economic impact, so their goal is to work with the farms. He stated that they have made it very clear to the farms that they are expected to contribute to this whole process. He noted that he would stay in touch with the Board, regarding this matter.

Commr. Gerber stated that the Board would try to obtain as much information as possible, by the end of the day, and let Mr. Thomas know what the feeling of the Board is, regarding the matter.

No action was taken at this time.



ADDENDUM NO. 1

CLERK OF COURT'S CONSENT AGENDA (CONT'D.)

BUDGETS/MISCELLANEOUS

On a motion by Commr. Hanson, seconded by Commr. Good and carried unanimously, by a 5-0 vote, the Board approved a request from the Clerk's Office for approval to transfer funds from Contingency, for appraisal of properties, for Agricultural Museum site selection, as discussed at the July 11, 1995 Board Meeting.

CITIZEN QUESTION AND COMMENT PERIOD

Mr. Hal McPhierson, a local resident, appeared before the Board stating that he was in the process of having a home built on a parcel of property, in the County, that he had had rezoned and was running into stumbling blocks. He stated that the City of Tavares said he had to annex into the City, in order to acquire utilities; however, he did not want to do that, he wanted to remain in the County. He stated that he had already paid impact fees to the County and would now have to pay an additional $1,700.00, in impact fees to the City, to hook up to their utilities.

Considerable discussion occurred regarding the matter, at which time Mr. McPhierson answered questions from the Board regarding same.

Commr. Swartz stated that the County's Code states that one has to hook up to utilities, if it is available, and, in this case, it is available. He stated that, if there was a lack of coordination between the County and the City of Tavares, he apologized, however, did not know how they would get around it, given the nature of the utility service district and the nature of the Joint Planning Areas, as well as the Code.

Ms. Bonnie Roof, Permits, Inc., appeared before the Board, stating that she was trying to pull a permit for Mr. McPhierson. She stated that there was a mobile home on the site (Pink Top Mobile Home Park), at one time, and that the water and sewer lines were in place. She stated that the State indicated there was nothing wrong with the water system and it was operating in compliance, the same as the sewer system. She stated that all Mr. McPhierson was trying to do was place a single family residence where the mobile home used to be and hook up to the existing lines. She stated that the Minutes from the City of Tavares' Meeting indicated that the City wanted the Board to make the final decision and she felt, based on the facts, that the Board should allow Mr. McPhierson to hook into that system.

Mr. Tim Hoban, Senior Assistant County Attorney, informed the Board that, if they wanted to approve any kind of variance to the County's ordinance, there would have to be an advertised public hearing.

Commr. Hanson stated that there was no breakdown in the Ordinance, as to whether it pertains to a new home, or replacing an old home. She stated that, if the house had burned and they were replacing it with a new home, they would not have to annex or hook on, therefore, she felt there might be a glitch in the Regulations.

Mr. Hoban stated that the Regulations state very simply that, if one is within 300 feet of water and 1,000 feet of sewer, they have to hook on.

Ms. Roof stated that, if any of the mobile homes in the Pink Top Mobile Home Park were replaced, they would not have to hook on to City water and the property in question is part of said mobile home park. She read a statement from the Technical Staff Report, from the County's Environmental Management Services Division, in which it states that the applicant had indicated a preference for connecting to the park's already installed services. It states that the park's systems have been operating efficiently, without violations, since October of 1993, and that the County's ordinance and Comprehensive Plan requires connection to central services, when available, but does not state a preference for public or private service providers. It states that the existing connections within the mobile home park are adequate to service the new home, with some site restrictions, due to the length of the sanitary lead necessary and its required slope and cover. It states that it is preferable, from the utility management standpoint, to have the sanitary sewer and water service providers be identical, and it is important for the utilities to be accessible from right-of-way, or easements, on the property. She requested the Board to consider the impact that this matter was going to have to Mr. McPhierson, in constructing his home, and requested the Board to allow him to hook up to the existing services.

Mr. Greg Stubbs, Director, Development Regulations, informed the Board that the City of Tavares initially had no problem with Mr. McPhierson hooking on to the Pink Top Mobile Home Park, for water and sewer, however, during later discussions, they changed their mind and Mr. McPhierson was caught in the middle.

Commr. Swartz stated that, if Mr. McPhierson went to the City of Tavares and they informed him that he would not have to annex into the City, and he proceeded, under a good faith reliance, then that would be a different situation and he would like to get that sorted out. He suggested that staff try to find out what was said and when it was said and come back to the Board with that information, at a later date.

No action was taken at this time.

PRESENTATION OF RESOLUTION

RESOLUTIONS

Commr. Gerber presented a Resolution to Ms. Kristin Ludecke, of Eustis, congratulating her for being named Miss Florida, 1995.

Ms. Ludecke thanked the Board for the Resolution and stated that the Miss America program has a platform competition, where each candidate has an issue that she is concerned about, in her community, and that she had chosen music education and helping young people gain self-esteem through Music and the Arts. She stated that she had started a program called "Shine", which she stated helps young people gain self-esteem through the Arts, that she had been so lucky to receive, noting that she has been involved in the Arts since she was five years old. She stated that young people can gain discipline and determination through the Arts that they cannot get in many other areas and that it can have a residual effect on many aspects of their lives. She stated that it has been shown that Music and the Arts help students score higher on SAT tests and they have higher Iqs and lower drop-out rates. She stated that it is something very dear to her heart and something that she had been working on for a long time. She distributed a pamphlet regarding the "Shine" program to the Board, for their perusal.

PERSONAL APPEARANCES/PUBLIC HEARINGS/TIMES CERTAIN

PERSONAL APPEARANCES

COMMITTEES/REPORTS/PUBLIC HEALTH

Mr. Tom Wetherington, Chairman of the Comprehensive Health Care Committee, appeared before the Board and gave the Committee's first Semi-Annual Report, concerning the activities of the Committee. He stated that the Board demonstrated concern and understanding, when they established the Comprehensive Health Care Committee, because they recognized the need, importance, and value of such a committee, to keep them informed and to make recommendations, with regard to health care issues that have the potential of impacting the citizens of Lake County and their government. He stated that they selected a group of volunteers from the community who are health care professionals, education professionals, and concerned citizens, to serve on the Committee. He stated that the Committee is making a purposeful, dedicated and consistent effort to achieve the goal oriented mission that has been assigned to them. He thanked the Board for the opportunity of serving the County's government and the community and for the County staff's support. He introduced those members of the Committee who were present in the audience and summarized the activities of the Committee.

Dr. Tully Patrowicz, President, We Care Program, appeared before the Board and gave a brief report regarding the program, which he noted is designed to provide a coordinated system of health care delivery and access to medical, surgical, and hospital care for the needy residents of Lake County. He stated that the program guides those patients who are eligible to physicians, based on their medical needs. He stated that, at the present time, there are between 150 and 160 physicians in Lake County that are cooperating in this voluntary effort and that all four of the County's hospitals, as well as the Lake Sumter Mental Health Lifestream Behavioral Center, are a part of this effort. He stated that the Lake County Health Department and the Board, are part of the effort, as well.

Dr. Patrowicz introduced Ms. Connie Shumaker, Coordinator, Lake County We Care Program, to those present and commended her for a job well done. He noted that the We Care Program was officially started on March 1, 1995 and, since July 26, 1995, the doctors and hospitals in the program have donated services amounting to $92,000.00 to Lake County. He stated that it is clearly a success, even at this early point in time. He stated that the Program has to answer to the Comprehensive Health Care Committee and noted that they try to keep them posted, so that the Board knows what is going on with the program.

Dr. Patrowicz stated that there were going to be some severe and significant cuts (approximately $245,000.00) in the primary health care delivery system in Lake County that will impact approximately 300 individuals, therefore, requested $50,000.00, to help continue with the program. He thanked the Board for their past support and answered questions regarding the program.

The Board thanked Mr. Wetherington and Dr. Patrowicz for their presentations.

No action was taken at this time.



CITIZEN QUESTION AND COMMENT PERIOD (CONT'D.)

Mr. Robert Gracie, a local resident, appeared before the Board, on behalf of his disabled father, and addressed a problem his father is having with an RV resort called Here and There Palm Shores RV Resort and some county ordinances that are being violated by the park. He stated that his father was a disabled veteran and had recently suffered a stroke and was unable to appear before the Board, at this time. He requested the Board to intervene and recommend that the Here and There Palm Shores RV Resort amend the condominium plat to a more accurate representation. He stated that he had spoken to the Department of Professional Regulations and was informed that it had to be handled on a county level.

Commr. Swartz stated that he was aware of the situation and had given information regarding same to the Interim County Manager, Ms. Whittle, however, did not know if she had had an opportunity to review it.

Mr. Greg Stubbs, Director, Development Regulations, informed the Board that he had been working with Code Compliance regarding said resort for approximately two years, however, noted that it involves a real estate transaction that the County cannot control, which he elaborated on. He stated that the County is addressing issues regarding setbacks and an amendment to the master park plan and that a letter would be put in the mail, this date, to the association, regarding same.

Mr. Jim Stivender, Jr., Director, Public Services, informed the Board that the Department of Professional Regulations would be reviewing all condominium laws in the State of Florida, so, what is stated this date, as being required, may be different in six months.

It was noted that the park's CUP was scheduled to be addressed at a future public hearing.



Mr. Gracie thanked the Board for letting him address his concerns and requested copies of any and all communications that the County has had regarding this matter.

No action was taken at this time.

RECESS AND REASSEMBLY

At 10:30 a.m., the Chairman announced that the Board would take a short recess.

COUNTY EMPLOYEES/HUMAN RESOURCES

Commr. Gerber questioned whether there was not some consideration that David M. Griffith & Associates, Ltd. (DMG) was going to give the County, in lieu of some things that were promised in the study that never occurred.

Ms. Sue Whittle, Interim County Manager, stated that there was, noting that they are willing to do a full scale employee quality of job survey, which the Board had expressed an interest in, at no additional cost to the County. She stated that it will be expensive to do, however, they are willing to do it.

Commr. Gerber clarified that it would be on a case-by-case, or situation-by-situation, basis and the Board would know about it, before it occurred.

On a motion by Commr. Swartz, seconded by Commr. Cadwell and carried unanimously, by a 5-0 vote, the Board approved a request from Human Resources for approval of a cost schedule, for maintenance of the County's Classification and Compensation Plan, by David M. Griffith & Associates, Ltd. (DMG), with a provision that DMG conduct the quality of job survey, at no additional cost to the County, as indicated.

COUNTY EMPLOYEES/HUMAN RESOURCES

Commr. Gerber questioned whether this request involved benefits.

It was noted that it did not, therefore, there would be another 40-60% added to the total impact figure, making it approximately $32,000.00.

Ms. Sue Whittle, Interim County Manager, stated that she had pulled this item at the last meeting, to discuss with full staff and make sure that all the department directors had been involved in the process and knew the outcome and that all the employees that were involved were aware of the outcome, as well. She noted that the department directors were satisfied with the outcome.

On a motion by Commr. Swartz, seconded by Commr. Cadwell and carried unanimously, by a 5-0 vote, the Board approved a request from Human Resources for approval of changes to David M. Griffith & Associates, Ltd., recommended classification plan, as outlined on the Position Changes list attached to the County Manager's Consent Agenda.

PURCHASING

Commr. Swartz informed the Board that he requested that this tab be pulled from the County Manager's Consent Agenda, to be discussed and voted on separately, because he did not support the changes being requested for the Office of Tourism portion of the request. He asked that that portion of the request be pulled and voted on separately.

On a motion by Commr. Swartz, seconded by Commr. Good and carried unanimously, by a 5-0 vote, the Board approved a request from Purchasing for approval to advertise for bids, proposals, and professional services; award and issue purchase orders for quotes, bids, proposals, annual bids, state contract, G.S.A. Cooperative Bids, OEM repairs, sole source and proprietor source; and approve and execute contracts and encumber funds, for the following, with the exception of a request from the Office of Tourism for authorization for the Chairman to sign a change order to Cramer-Krasselt's contract, to encumber an additional $116,000.00; authorization for the Chairman to sign an amendment to Cramer-Krasselt's contract, to renew it for one additional year, pending review and approval by the County Attorney's Office; and to encumber FY 1995-96 budgeted funds, after October 1, 1995:

F) Approve and Execute Contracts, Agreements, Amendments, Chairman's Signature and Encumber Funds.



DIVISION AMOUNT



PLANNING $ 6,700.00



Farmer Barley & Associates, Inc./Authorization for the Chairman to sign an amendment to their continuing contract for County Wide Professional Consulting Services to survey the Sorrento area CDBG site, pending the County Attorney's approval and encumber funds. On February 7, 1995, the Board approved permission to quote, per the guidelines of Lake County Procedure LC-13, Acquisition Selection, Work Assignment and Contract Negotiations for Continuing Contract for Consulting Services. Funding for this service is available from Account No. 001.1028400.515.8300310.



COUNTY ATTORNEY $ 8,990.82



Office of the State Courts Administrator (OSCA)/Authorization for the Chairman to sign the attached Grant-In-Aid Agreement for Court Reporting Services to the Fifth Judicial Circuit, Lake County, and the two release requests, as recommended by the County Attorney. This agreement will be between OSCA and the Lake County Board of County Commissioners (the Grantee), on behalf of the Fifth Judicial Circuit (the Grant Manager). OSCA will pay the Grantee $8,990.82, as a grant-in-aid, provided pursuant to Specific Appropriation 2182A of the 1995 General Appropriations Act, to support the delivery of court reporting services, at public expense, in Lake County. Twenty percent (20%), $1,798.19, will be released on or before July 20, 1995, and eighty percent (80%), $7,192.66, will be released on or before August 15, 1995.



This grant amount is based on the number of criminal trials in Lake County. The Board approved the award of Proposal

No. P-6-5-06, Court Reporting Services, on July 11, 1995. Funding for this project is from Account No. 001.6061600.516.8300330 and this grant-in-aid will be applied to this account.



SHERIFF $ 3,100.00



David and Marilynn Weis/Authorization for the Chairman to sign Change Order No. 2 to the Weis's contract, for the extension of this agreement, pending the County Attorney's approval. The new contract period will be for one month, beginning August 1, 1995, and will terminate on August 31, 1995, at the rate of $3,100.00 per month. Funding for the one month extension is from Account No. 001.7073200.521.8300440.



SHERIFF $ 2,433.31



Joseph Nolette/Authorization for the Chairman to sign Change Order No. 2 to the Nolette's contract for the extension of this agreement, pending the County Attorney's approval. The new contract period will be for one month, beginning August 1, 1995, and will terminate on August 31, 1995, at the rate of $2,433.31 per month. Funding for the one month extension is from Account No. 001.7073200.521.8300440.





OFFICE OF TOURISM

Commr. Gerber questioned whether the Tourist Development Council had received an update on how much the tourism study was going to cost.

Mr. Dave Warren, Tourist Development Director, appeared before the Board stating that he had been given a new figure and that the subcommittee would meet again to discuss that figure. He noted that the new figure was lower than the original figure given.

Commr. Good requested a brief update on the promotional activities involved in the study.

Mr. Warren stated that, when the Tourist Development Council requested additional monies last year, the State of Florida was in a down spin, as was Lake County, as far as collections was concerned, therefore, the TDC felt they needed to put some funds into the market place, to turn that trend around, which he noted they did. He stated that he felt the County would now be in a plus position, noting that inquiries were up by approximately 4,000 this year. He discussed some of the approaches that Cramer-Krasselt has taken, in advertising the County, and stated that the Tourist Development Council is very pleased with them. He stated that the additional $116,000.00 being requested was money that the Board had already approved, in the TDC budget, that there were no additional monies involved.

Commr. Gerber interjected that she felt Cramer-Krasselt needed to emphasize the fact that Lake County is one of the premier bicycling spots in the State, noting that, up to this point, they have not done so.

On a motion by Commr. Hanson, seconded by Commr. Cadwell and carried, by a 4-1 vote, the Board approved a request from the Office of Tourism for authorization for the Chairman to sign a change order to Cramer-Krasselt's contract, to encumber an additional $116,000.00; authorization for the Chairman to sign an amendment to Cramer-Krasselt's contract, to renew their contract one additional year, pending the County Attorney's review and approval; and to encumber FY 1995-96 budgeted funds, after October 1, 1995 (approximately $300,000.00). Funding for this service is from Account No. 125.1250100.575.8300480.

Commr. Swartz voted "No".

ADDENDUM NO. 1

COUNTY MANAGER'S CONSENT AGENDA

PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT/STATE AGENCIES

Mr. Jim Barker, Director, Environmental Management Services, appeared before the Board stating that the St. Johns River Water Management District has been working on the STS Restoration Project, in conjunction with the Beltway Act, to restore the hydrology of an area south of Hwy. 46 and west of the Wekiva. He stated that their plan is to alter a railroad right-of-way bed, do some ditch blocks and ditch filling, and replant some cypress trees and wetland vegetation, in selected areas, in conjunction with a plan that has just been approved by the Department of Environmental Protection. He stated that they are having difficulty with the fact that, in the Wekiva, they need approval from the Board to remove wetland vegetation. He stated that they have equipment on the line and want to be able to remove the vegetation, in conjunction with the plan. He then answered questions from the Board regarding the request.

Mr. Richard Turnbull, St. Johns River Water Management District, appeared before the Board stating that the request involved the removal of spoil material from approximately two acres of land, after which 800 to 1,000 trees would be planted on said land.

On a motion by Commr. Hanson, seconded by Commr. Swartz and carried unanimously, by a 5-0 vote, the Board approved a request from Planning and Development for approval of a request by the St. Johns River Water Management District, for selective tree removal within the Wekiva River Basin.



ADDENDUM NO. 1

CLERK OF COURT'S DEPARTMENTAL BUSINESS

ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/FINANCE DEPARTMENT/FUNDS

It was noted that the Clerk's Office was requesting direction on whether to invest $165,000.00 in the Debt Service Reserve Fund in six month Certificates of Deposit, or in a six month Treasury Bill.

Commr. Good stated that this request involved an opportunity for the County to increase its interest rate anywhere from .5% to 1%, by extending the maturity of the Certificates of Deposit involved to six months. He noted that Ms. Barbara Lehman, Chief Deputy Clerk, Finance, Audit and Budgets, discovered this item and deserved credit for doing so. He commended her on her efforts.

On a motion by Commr. Swartz, seconded by Commr. Good and carried unanimously, by a 5-0 vote, the Board approved a request from the Clerk's Office for approval to invest $165,000.00 in the Debt Service Reserve Fund in six month Certificates of Deposit, or in a six month Treasury Bill, whichever gives the greatest return on the investment.

COUNTY MANAGER'S DEPARTMENTAL BUSINESS

GRANTS/FIRE AND EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT SERVICES

Mr. Craig Haun, Director, Fire and Emergency Management Services, appeared before the Board and explained this request, stating that it involved a matching State grant that his department applies for annually.

On a motion by Commr. Swartz, seconded by Commr. Good and carried unanimously, by a 5-0 vote, the Board approved a request from Fire and Emergency Management Services for approval and authorization for the Chairman to execute the Emergency Management Services Matching Grant application, for FY 1995-96.



INFORMATION SERVICES/FIRE AND EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT SERVICES

E-911/SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT

Mr. Bruce Thorburn, Director, Information Services, appeared before the Board and explained this request, stating that it involved the repair and replacement of all parts necessary to provide a minimum level of service for the radios in the County.

Commr. Good questioned whether the County was impacted by the closing of the Leesburg Florida Highway Patrol Communication Station.

Mr. Thorburn stated that E-911 was being impacted, noting that any time the County transfers to them now, it has to pay long distance charges, versus local access, for their call handling.

Mr. Craig Haun, Director, Fire and Emergency Management Services, appeared before the Board stating that the radios for Fire and Emergency Management Services and the Sheriff's Department are compatible, noting that they can change frequencies and go back and forth, if they have programming capability or crystals to do it. He discussed the need for approval of this request.

It was noted that this was a two to five year plan.

On a motion by Commr. Hanson, seconded by Commr. Good and carried unanimously, by a 5-0 vote, the Board approved a request from Information Services for approval of a short-term fix on the County's existing radio equipment and direction for a long-term radio installation plan of action, as noted.

BIDS/COMMITTEES/LANDFILLS/SOLID WASTE

Mr. David Crowe, Interim Director, Solid Waste, appeared before the Board to discuss a request for approval to prepare a design/build criteria package, establish a Selection Committee, advertise and solicit bids for the construction of an Employee Breakroom and expansion of the Households Hazardous Waste Collection Center, at the Astatula Landfill Facility, and to answer any questions there might be regarding same.

Commr. Good questioned whether they really needed new facilities, or whether they could get by with what they have. He noted that his committee had not yet looked at this request.

Discussion occurred regarding the matter, at which time Commr. Swartz stated that, before the Board approved this request, he would like to see what changes the County Manager and Solid Waste staff were proposing.

Commr. Good stated that he was concerned about having the offices and the Breakroom adjacent to one another, rather than having an administrative type building and a separate breakroom.

He stated that he would like to send this request back to staff and have it reassessed.

Ms. Sue Whittle, Interim County Manager, stated that the Employee Breakroom portion of this request involves a time frame, whereby, if the Board does not move forward with it within the next few months the County may get into an arbitrage situation with the funding that is available.

Discussion continued, at which time Mr. Crowe, Interim Director, Solid Waste, noted that the Employee Breakroom would eventually be shared with Public Services and Mosquito Control, which he elaborated on.

Commr. Cadwell stated that he understood everybody's concern, however, noted that the Breakroom is something that has been discussed and discussed again and the employees need it and expect it and he hated to see the Board keep putting it off.

Commr. Good stated that he supported the Breakroom, he just questioned the need for expansion of the Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center.

On a motion by Commr. Good, seconded by Commr. Swartz and carried unanimously, by a 5-0 vote, the Board approved a request from Solid Waste for approval to prepare a design/build criteria package, establish a Selection Committee, advertise and solicit bids for the construction of an Employee Breakroom and expansion of the Households Hazardous Waste Collection Center, at the Astatula Landfill Facility, to be brought back to the Board at the September 5, 1995 Board Meeting, after the County Manager has had a chance to review it and make a recommendation.

ACCOUNTS ALLOWED/CONTRACTS, LEASES AND AGREEMENTS/SOLID WASTE

Mr. David Crowe, Interim Director, Solid Waste, appeared before the Board and explained this request, stating that it involved an inspection of the Resource Recovery Facility. He stated that, contractually, there was no hard fast requirement that one be done, although there was a requirement for the bonding, when the County went for the refinancing. He stated that it involved the physical operations of the plant, noting that, under both the bonding agreement and the County's contract, they are required to operate under good engineering practices and industry standards and this was a way for the County to make sure that they were operating as such.

Commr. Good stated that he was a strong believer that the County should rotate auditors often and questioned how often the auditors in question had done audits in the past. He questioned whether it was a continuing contract situation, where the County has the same auditor auditing the same people, or whether the County rotates.

Mr. Crowe, Interim Director, Solid Waste, interjected that the County is required, under contract, to have an Engineer of Record at all times and noted that HDR Engineering is the County's Engineer of Record.

It was noted that this would be the third year that HDR Engineering would be doing the audit.

Discussion continued regarding the matter.

On a motion by Commr. Good, seconded by Commr. Swartz and carried unanimously, by a 5-0 vote, the Board approved a request from Solid Waste for approval and authorization for the Chairman to execute Amendment No. 2 to the Agreement between Lake County and HDR Engineering, Inc., for engineering services related to the Resource Recovery Facility, and authorization to encumber and expend funds, in the amount of $15,000.00, subject to review and approval by the County Attorney's Office.

APPOINTMENTS-RESIGNATIONS/COMMITTEES

On a motion by Commr. Cadwell, seconded by Commr. Good and carried unanimously, by a 5-0 vote, the Board appointed Mr. David Hanna to the Lake County League of Cities position on the Countywide Solid Waste Study Committee.

ADDENDUM NO. 1

REPORTS

COMMISSIONERS' BUSINESS

On a motion by Commr. Good, seconded by Commr. Swartz and carried unanimously, by a 5-0 vote, the Board appointed the following individuals to the Women's Hall of Fame Selection Committee:

Ms. Joan Messina

Dr. Elizabeth Pringle

Mr. Cecil Shumacker

Ms. Estella Crummer

Ms. Phyllis Cramer



RECESS AND REASSEMBLY

At 11:50 a.m., the Chairman announced that the Board would recess for lunch and reconvene at 2:00 p.m. for a Budget Workshop.

BUDGET WORKSHOP

FIRE AND EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT SERVICES

Mr. Craig Haun, Director, Fire and Emergency Management Services, appeared before the Board to discuss his budget, stating that he and his staff had put together a brief report that outlined the State guidelines for Emergency Management, which he elaborated on. He referred to Page 10 of a handout that had been prepared for this workshop, noting that it referred to a Federal grant, in the amount of $27,944.00; a State grant, in the amount of $71,924.00; and a Radiological grant, in the amount of $825.00. He stated that said grants are contingent upon two items, being (1) performance of a scope of work laid out for them and (2) matching funds provided by the County.

Mr. Haun stated that $57,741.00 is the amount of funding that his department is requesting from the General Fund and that $100,693.00 of his budget is what comes from the grants. He stated that, in order to get the $71,924.00 grant from the State, it has to be matched with County funds, which he noted can include the Federal monies, in the amount of $27,944.00, as part of that match. He stated that, because the County has a full-time Emergency Management Coordinator position, they are able to receive the $71,924.00 State grant. He stated that, if the Board were to reduce the full-time position to a part-time position, then the grant of $71,924.00 would drop to $46,000.00.

It was noted that the total County Benefit from grants, with a full-time program, was $100,693.00.

Mr. Haun answered questions from the Board regarding his budget.

FIRE AND EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT SERVICES/MISCELLANEOUS

Mr. Craig Haun, Director, Fire and Emergency Management Services, informed the Board about what Emergency Management Services was doing, with regard to Hurricane Erin, which was fast approaching the Lake County area.

RECESS AND REASSEMBLY

At 2:35 p.m., the Chairman announced that the Board would recess for five minutes.

BUDGET WORKSHOP (CONT'D.)

SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT

Commr. Swartz stated that he felt the Board should give the County Manager and the Finance Department an opportunity to work with the numbers under certain scenarios and come back with some real numbers on Thursday, August 3, 1995. He stated that he had met with Major Gary Borders, Bureau Commander, Corrections, Lake County Sheriff's Office, and discussed the issue of the Federal prisoners. He stated that Major Borders was supportive of bringing in more Federal prisoners, because they work hard and work easily within the system. He stated that the only thing that is holding Mr. Borders up, at the present time, is that he is short 18 Corrections Officers. He stated that Mr. Borders had been losing people to the Federal prison, however, that was starting to slow down and the County is starting to recruit elsewhere.

Commr. Swartz stated that he had talked to the Sheriff about this matter, as well as the Federal Marshall, and they are ready to move approximately 100 prisoners to Lake County, as soon as the County gives them the signal to do so. He further elaborated on the matter, stating that he had informed the Sheriff that he would like to see the Board fund more of the budget requests that he had asked for, through dollars from the Federal Marshall. He noted that the County would not need any new Corrections Officers to open the new pod and felt they could handle the additional Federal prisoners.

Ms. Sue Whittle, Interim County Manager, was questioned how she felt about the Federal prisoners and stated that she did not feel uncomfortable at all with the idea, noting that the County would not budget all of the expected revenue, perhaps only 75% of it.

Commr. Good questioned the aspect of additional liability and lawsuits, with regard to Federal prisoners.

It was noted that the liability for Federal prisoners would be less than what it is for County prisoners and that any lawsuits would be against the Federal Government, rather than the County.

Commr. Cadwell referred to Page 19 of the handout and questioned the number of people being requested.

Ms. Sarah LaMarche, Finance Director, stated that the Sheriff had requested four deputies and a pilot, at the beginning, and then requested five more deputies, at mid-year, plus two D.A.R.E. people, for a total of 12.

Commr. Gerber questioned what the operational costs of opening and operating a pod would be.

Ms. LaMarche stated that she had not spoken with anybody about the matter and had no idea, over and above the cost of meals and electricity, how much they were talking about.

Commr. Hanson stated that that was a figure the Board would need to get, as they tie the amount down.

Ms. Whittle, Interim County Manager, interjected that, according to the Sheriff, it costs $1.22 per day, per prisoner, for meals. She then reviewed the Sheriff's budget and what scenario staff would be coming back to the Board with. She stated that the Sheriff's original request was for $1.9 million - $500,000.00 for raises, approximately $300,000.00 for insurance increases, $500,000.00 for automobiles, and approximately $4-500,000.00 for new employees.

Commr. Swartz stated that he would rather have Ms. Whittle come back to the Board with the amount of dollars that can be allocated to the Sheriff, rather than how to allocate them. He stated that the Board needed her to come back to them with a Revenues and Expenditure Sheet that balances, at roll-back, and base a revenue on it, and they will see what the Sheriff can have.

Ms. LaMarche noted, for the record, that the County would be $81,000.00 over roll-back, with the scenario requested.

Commr. Cadwell discussed the issue of funds ($20,000.00) being allocated for Parks Services - Maintenance assistance to cities and suggested that it be cut in half.

It was the consensus of the Board to do so.

Commr. Swartz referred to Page 16 of the handout and questioned whether staff had obtained any information, with regard to additional revenue coming from the State Attorney/Public Defenders side.

Ms. Whittle, Interim County Manager, noted that staff had not.

Discussion occurred regarding the following list of items, listed on the bottom of Page 16, that were not included in the budget, which were on the original list, at which time it was noted how each item would be handled:

2 DARE officers in elementary schools, formerly funded by Law

Enforcement Trust Fund - confiscated property



Sorrento Park basketball resurfacing - add to infrastructure next year



Voice/Data/Network Tech - Contractual Service



Animal Control Capital Outlay



Haven



Maybe 2 cents per capita for N. Fla. Regional Health

A brief discussion occurred regarding the issue of dead animals from the Animal Shelter not being allowed to be burned at the incinerator.

It was noted that staff was looking into the matter.

Ms. Whittle, Interim County Manager, interjected that the facility is permitted for it, however, the County's contract with NRG precludes it. She stated that the County put it on a list of things that they did not want burned.

Commr. Gerber brought to the attention of the Board the issue of funding ($100,000.00) being requested for a study concerning upland disposal, noting that it needed to be addressed, because the budget would be affected, if the Board decided to fund the study.

Commr. Good stated that Lake County did not create the problem, but was living with it. He suggested that the cost for the study be split one-third, between Lake County, Orange County, and the St. Johns River Water Management District.

Commr. Cadwell stated that he felt the County should inform the Lake Apopka Upland Disposal Work Group (group handling the study) that they requested the funds a little late, therefore, would suggest that they bring a proposal back to the Board at a later date.

Commr. Swartz stated that he was concerned that the County could give $100,000.00 to this cause and never see anything come from it.

Commr. Gerber stated that the group had informed her that they would be glad to give a presentation to the Board, however, they did not show up, so she was not going to push the issue any further. She noted that, when she attended the last meeting of the group, a figure of $45,000.00 was mentioned, therefore, she did not know where the figure of $100,000.00 came from.

It was noted that the Chairman would write a letter to the Lake Apopka Upland Disposal Work Group, should the Board decide to do something.

Ms. Whittle, Interim County Manager, noted, for the record, that she could work with roll-back and feel comfortable with it, after the discussion this date, particularly, with respect to the Sheriff's budget.

Commr. Hanson stated that she would not be willing to go to roll-back, on the Board side, if the Constitutional Officers do not do the same, which she elaborated on.

A brief discussion occurred regarding the matter.

Commr. Swartz stated that the Board was where it was, with the budget, because of the County Manager's review of her departments, in cooperation with the Clerk's Finance Department. He commended them for a job well done.

It was the consensus of the Board to postpone their decision on setting the Tentative Millage for Certification to the Property Appraiser until Thursday, August 3, 1995, at 1:00 p.m., at which time a Special Budget Workshop would be held for said purpose.

It was noted that the date for the first public hearing on the budget would be set for September 6, 1995, at 6:00 p.m., with the second and final public hearing to be held on September 20, 1995, at 6:00 p.m.

There being no further business to be brought to the attention of the Board, the meeting was adjourned at 4:05 p.m., at which time the Chairman, the Interim County Manager, the Interim County Attorney, and various members of staff attended an emergency disaster preparedness meeting to discuss Hurricane Erin, that was fast approaching Lake County, and what they needed to do, with respect to County employees and whether or not they should report to work the following day. It was noted that the eye of the hurricane was due to cross over the City of Tavares.

An Emergency Resolution was approved, proclaiming a natural emergency, due to a hurricane (Erin) disaster, effective this date, and County employees were informed not to report to work the following day.



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RHONDA H. GERBER, CHAIRMAN



ATTEST:







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JAMES C. WATKINS, CLERK



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