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BOCC Regular Meeting – August 21, 2012

September 6, 2012 by SuperAdmin

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

AUGUST 21, 2012

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on August 21, 2012 at 9:00 AM in the Levy County Board ofCountyCommissionersmeeting room, with the following Commissioners present:

Chairman Danny Stevens

Comm. Marsha Drew

Comm. Ryan Bell

Comm.ChadJohnson

Comm. Mike Joyner

Also present were:

Clerk of Court – Danny Shipp

CountyAttorney– Anne Bast Brown

CountyCoordinator– Fred Moody

Chairman Stevens called the meeting to order at 9:02 AM. Bruce Greenlee gave the invocation, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.

EXPENDITURES

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the following expenditures presented for payment. Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.

CHECK NUMBER	108847-08980
FUND	AMOUNT

GENERAL REVENUE	75,472.24
ROAD	64,233.26
SHIP	8,050.00
COURT TECH/CRIM PREV	78.63
TRANSPORTATION	26,935.75
COURT FACILITIES	19.00
PROGRESS ENERGY	1,739.60
EMS	43,350.84
FIRE	66,826.07
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT	567.63
UTILITIES	176.78
ADD COURT COSTS	550.80
LANDFILL	77,472.54
TOTAL	$1,035,152.24

MINUTES

The following minutes were presented to the Board for approval:

Regular Meeting on July 17, 2012 Regular Meeting on August 7, 2012

Budget Workshop on July 31, 2012

Comm. Bell made a motion to approve the minutes from the Board meetings as follows:

Regular Meeting on July 17, 2012, with changes Regular Meeting on August 7, 2012

Budget Workshop on July 31, 2012, with changes

Regular Meeting on August 7, 2012

Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

ROAD DEPARTMENT

Bruce Greenlee, Administrative Road Superintendent

Open bids for yearly items.

Mr. Greenlee presented bid tabulations for the Board and stated the following vendors were recommended for the purchase of yearly items for the Road Department for fiscal year 2012-2013:

Bid Item Vendor

Motor Oil Lewis Oil

Porta-potty Jones Plumbing

Sign Materials Ro-Cal, Universal, Vulcan

Striping RoadScape ofNorth Florida

Emulsion Prime-Tar Blackleg Emulsions

Culvert Metal Culverts

Safety Products Safety Products, Inc., Safety Zone Specialists

Sod Shearer Quality Sod

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the bids for yearly items for the Road Department as presented. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

Request approval of Resolution 2012-50, authorizing the execution of a construction and maintenance agreement with the Florida Department of Transportation for bridge replacement on CR 326 at theWaccasassaRiver.

Mr. Greenlee requested Board approval of Resolution 2012-50, authorizing the execution of a construction and maintenance agreement with the Florida Department of Transportation for bridge replacement on CR 326 at theWaccasassaRiver.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve Resolution 2012-50 as presented. Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.

IVAN CHUBB

RequestCountyAttorneyto look at creating connection for Veterans organizations access.

Mr. Chubb requested the Board have theCountyAttorneyhelp find a way to slow down out of county organizations from using Vets names or Vets organizations to solicit money.

Mr. Lowyns spoke to the Board and stated the problem is not just isolated toLevyCounty, and is working with officials on the State and National level to find a solution. He stated Atty. Brown’s assistance may be needed in determining how to go about enforcement here inLevyCounty.

CLERK OF COURT

Danny Shipp

Request approval for the Renewal of Lease Agreement between Hudson Properties, Inc. andLevy County.

Mr. Shipp requested Board approval for the Renewal of Lease Agreement between Hudson Properties, Inc. andLevyCountyfor one year from 10/01/2012 to 09/30/2012 in the amount of $1,712.48 per month. The split betweenLevyCountyand Gilchrist is 74/26. This amount is based upon case load for each county.

Comm. Bell made a motion to approve the Renewal of Lease Agreement as presented. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

Suggestion for Board to select VAB Homestead Representative for 2012.

Mr. Shipp suggested the Board select a VAB Homestead Representative for 2012. A letter had been received from Skipper Henderson expressing an interest in serving on this Board. Mr. Chubb has been serving and is still willing to do so.

Comm. Bell made a motion to appoint Skipper Henderson as the VAB Homestead Representative for 2012. Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES. Comm. Stevens votes NO.

DEPARTMENT REPORTS

COUNTY COORDINATOR

Fred Moody

Request approval for an Amendment to the PRIA contract (Brown & Brown).

Mr. Moody requested Board approval for an Amendment to the PRIA contract. This amendment will limit Brown & Brown to Dental and Vision Insurance only. In consideration of recent developments concerning Health Coverage, the Board will remain with Public Risk Management pool.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the Amendment to the PRIA contract as presented. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

Request approval of Resolution 2012-51, rescinding Resolution 2012-40, withdrawing from Public Risk Management-Health Trust.

Mr. Moody requested Board approval of Resolution 2012-51, rescinding Resolution 2012-40, withdrawing from Public Risk Management-Health Trust.

Comm. Bell made a motion to approve Resolution 2012-51 as presented. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

CORRESPONDENCE

Karen Blackburn

Request a Motion to approve the annual Consulting Engineer Contract with Mills Engineering Company.

Mrs. Blackburn requested Board approval of the annual Consulting Engineer Contract with Mills Engineering Company.

Comm. Bell made a motion to approve the annual Consulting Engineer Contract with Mills Engineering Company as requested. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

Request to approve a one year re-appointment of Curt Bromund to the WellFlorida Council Board as the Levy County Representative.

Mrs. Blackburn requested the Board re-appoint Curt Bromund to the WellFlorida Council Board as the Levy County Representative.

Comm. Drew made a motion to appoint Curt Bromund to the WellFlorida Council Board as requested. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

Request re-appointment of Lenore Jones as a “Public Representative” to the Central Florida Community Action Agency (CFAA), Inc. Board of Directors.

Mrs. Blackburn requested the Board re-appoint Lenore Jones as a “Public Representative” to the Central Florida Community Action Agency (CFAA), Inc. Board of Directors.

Comm. Drew made a motion to re-appoint Lenore Jones as a “Public Representative” to the Central Florida Community Action Agency, Inc. Board of Directors as requested. Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.

Mrs. Blackburn stated she had been contacted by David Pieklik requesting the Board fill a vacancy on the Board for the Nature Coast Business Development Council formerly held by Carol McQueen. According to the e-mail received from Mr. Pieklik, Dick Streeter has agreed to serve and is currently the President of theWithlacoocheearea Chamber of Commerce, serves on the Inglis Planning Commission, and has an extensive background in economic development and a passion for business growth and planning.

Comm. Drew made a motion to appoint Dick Streeter to the NCBDC Board as requested. Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.

LEVY COUNTY TRANSIT

Connie Conley, General Manager

Request approval of the Service Agreement forNatureCoastMiddle Schoolfor transportation for current school year beginning August 20, 2012.

Mrs. Conley requested Board approval of the Service Agreement forNatureCoastMiddle Schoolfor transportation for the current school year beginning August 20, 2012.

Comm. Bell made a motion to approve the Service Agreement forNatureCoastMiddle Schoolas requested. Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

Request approval of the Creekside Christian School Agreement for transportation for current school year beginning August 20, 2012.

Mrs. Conley requested Board approval of the Creekside Christian School Agreement for transportation for the current school year beginning August 20, 2012.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the Creekside Christian School Agreement as requested. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

PUBLIC SAFETY

David Knowles, Director

Request approval of the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Levy County Sheriff andLevyCounty. The MOU specifies the number and type of equipment purchased forLevyCountyand delineates the responsibilities of both parties.

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval of the Memorandum of Understanding between Levy County Sheriff andLevyCounty. The price of the 20 radios is $75,956.40 and is purchased with grant funds.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the Memorandum of Understanding as presented. Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.

Presenting 3^rd Quarter Progress Report.

Mr. Knowles presented the 3^rd Quarter Progress Report for the Department of Public Safety to the Board.

COUNTY ATTORNEY

Anne Bast Brown

Decision regarding whether to accept 85% payment of Medicaid backlog as certified by Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA), less any additional credits, or to challenge backlog through a Division of Administrative Hearings (DOAH) proceeding.

If decision A is to pay the 85% of certified amount less any additional credits, provide direction on whether to make a one-time full or partial payment from source of Board’s choosing.

Atty. Brown requested a decision from the Board regarding whether to accept 85% payment of Medicaid backlog as certified by Agency for Health Care Administration, less any additional credits, or to challenge backlog through a Division of Administration Hearings proceeding. The current obligation forLevyCountyis $596,082.94.

Stephanie Emrick from the Clerks Office, Finance Division also spoke to the Board.

Comm. Joyner made a motion to accept the amount as presented and to pay this over the next four years instead of a one-time payment. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS

Comm. Johnson shared information on the Levy County Beast Feast which is coming up September 29^th.

Comm. Johnson also gave information regarding Broadband.

Comm. Bell reported of the last meeting of the NCBDC and the development of a Levy Economic Development “Strike-Team”.

Mr. Moody gave information to the Board regarding RFP’s for Consulting Services for the CedarKeyAirportto revitalize the master plan update. He stated there had been three responses to the request and asked if the Board would like to hear these after the next regular meeting scheduled for September 4^th.

The Board agreed by consensus to place this on the agenda for the September 4^th meeting.

Mr. Moody also stated the Restore Act meeting is in St. Pete on Wednesday, September 19^th from 10:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M. if any one of the Commissioners would like to attend.

The meeting recessed at 10:41 A.M.

The meeting reconvened at 11:26 A.M.

PUBLIC RISK MANAGEMENT

Richard Schell, Area Vice President

Presenting group health, life and vision plans for consideration for Open Enrollment.

Mr. Schell presented group health, life and vision plans to the Board for consideration for Open Enrollment.

Comm. Bell made a motion for the County to change the Base Rate for the PPO to the PRM Plan 1553, a/k/a Blue Options 3559 with the option to “buy up” to the PRM Plan 719, a/k/a Blue Choice 727, which is what we have now. On the HMO side base plan, the HMO 42, a/k/a Blue Care 42, with the option to “buy up” to the HMO 5, a/k/a Blue Care 5 under the same parameters of what we currently compensate for. Employee coverage will remain at 100% and Dependent care will remain at the current fixed percentage amount as today. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES. Comm. Johnson votes NO.

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 12:26 P.M.

ATTEST: BOARD OFCOUNTYCOMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY,FL

____________________________________ ____________________________________

Clerk of Court, Danny J. Shipp Chairman, Danny Stevens

BOCC Regular Meeting – August 7, 2012

September 6, 2012 by SuperAdmin

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LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

AUGUST 7, 2012

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on August 7, 2012 at 9:00 AM in the Levy County Board ofCountyCommissionersmeeting room, with the following Commissioners present:

Chairman Danny Stevens

Comm. Marsha Drew

Comm. Ryan Bell

Comm.ChadJohnson

Comm. Mike Joyner

Also present were:

Clerk of Court – Danny Shipp

CountyAttorney– Anne Bast Brown

CountyCoordinator– Fred Moody

Chairman Stevens called the meeting to order at 9:03 AM. Osborn Barker gave the invocation, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.

EXPENDITURES

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the following expenditures presented for payment. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

CHECK NUMBER	108691-108846
FUND	AMOUNT
GENERAL REVENUE	1,167,246.26
ROAD	105,288.04
SHIP	18,983.42
NSP	3.40
TRANSPORTATION	4,893.33
911	14,000.00
COURT FACILITIES	51.00
PROGRESS ENERGY	423.34
EMS	80,823.34
FIRE	139,577.19
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT	1,669.91
CDBG	19.81
UTILITIES	959.65
COMMUNICATION	481.95
ADD COURT COSTS	2,200.80
IMPACT FEES -EMS	8,345.30
LANDFILL	91,196.70
TOTAL	$ 1,636,163.44

MINUTES

The minutes from the Budget Meeting held on July 12, 2012 were presented for Board approval.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the minutes from the Budget Meeting held on July 12, 2012 as presented. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

PUBLIC HEARING

Rob Corbitt, Development Department Director

Consider approval of Hardship Variance Ha.Va. 6-12, James and Linda Williams.

Grace Romero presented and requested Board approval on behalf of Rob Corbitt Hardship Variance Ha.Va. 6-12 for James and Linda Williams to allow a second dwelling on a parcel of land.

Comm. Stevens asked if there was anyone in the audience wishing to speak for or against the Hardship Variance. There was none.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve Hardship Variance Ha.Va. 6-12 for James and Linda Williams as requested. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

LEVY COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT

Swain Strickland

Request appointment of Sue Colson as the “Consumer” member of the Healthcare Advisory Board.

Swain Strickland requested appointment by the Board of Sue Colson as the “Consumer” member of the Healthcare Advisory Board replacing Bill Delaino.

Comm. Drew made a motion to appoint Sue Colson as the Consumer member of the Healthcare Advisory Board as requested. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

WORKFORCE CONNECTION

Rusty Skinner, Chief Executive Officer

Request approval of 13^th Amended and Restated Agreement.

Mr. Skinner requested Board approval of the 13^th Amended and Restated Agreement which will restructure their Board in accordance with requirements of the State of Florida adding a Training Provider seat.

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve the 13^th Amended and Restated Agreement as requested. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

Present Annual Report

Mr. Skinner presented the Workforce Connection Annual Report to the Board.

DEPARTMENT REPORTS

EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT

Mark Johnson, Director

Request permission to purchase 2 Solar “TEXT” Panel Message signs.

Mr. Johnson requested Board approval to purchase 2 Solar “TEXT” Panel Message signs. The three bids received are listed below:

Ver-Mac $23,576

National Sign, Inc. Sunray 380 $29,670

Sunray 345 $32,150

ShopWorx $30,600

Mr. Johnson recommended purchasing the signs from Ver-Mac.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve purchase of two (2) Solar “TEXT” Panel Message signs from Ver-Mac as requested. Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.

PUBLIC SAFETY

David Knowles, Director

Presenting proposed updates to the Strategic Plan.

Mr. Knowles presented copies and spoke to the Board of the updated Strategic Plan for the Department of Public Safety.

Questions were asked by Renate Cannon and Norm Fugate.

Comm. Drew advised Mr. Fugate to meet with Mr. Knowles for further questions.

Request approval of agreement for Rosewood Volunteer Fire Department to merge with Levy County Fire Rescue.

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval of the Agreement for Rosewood Volunteer Fire Department to merge with Levy County Fire Rescue.

Fire Chief Fred Wyanns of the Rosewood Volunteer Fire Department and Board President Christie Thompson were introduced to the Commissioners by Mr. Knowles

Comm. Bell made a motion to approve the Agreement for Rosewood Volunteer Fire Department to merge with Levy County Fire Rescue. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

Request approval of agreement for Yankeetown Volunteer Fire Department to merge with Levy County Fire Rescue.

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval of the Agreement for Yankeetown Volunteer Fire Department to merge with Levy County Fire Rescue.

Former Yankeetown Mayor Dawn Clary spoke in favor of the Agreement.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the Agreement for Yankeetown Volunteer Fire Department to merge with Levy County Fire Rescue. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

Submitting documentation of the incidents that have occurred in Fire District 13 since 2010.

Mr. Knowles submitted to the Board documentation of incidents which have occurred in Fire District 13 since 2010 for discussion of the current contract between the Board and Otter Creek. He requested a decision by the Board if they wished to continue funding for Otter Creek for the next year or not as Otter creek also has a contract with the City ofChieflandand is funding this with funds issued to them from the Board.

Comments were made from the audience by Teresa Barron and Norm Fugate.

Comm. Bell made a motion to send a letter to the Town of Otter Creek informing them of the Board’s decision to terminate their contract. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

Comments were made from the audience by Jeff Hardison and A.D. Goodman.

ROAD DEPARTMENT

Kelly Jerrels, Administrative Superintendent

Request approval of Resolution 2012-44, authorizing the execution of an agreement with the Florida Department of Transportation for a SCRAP reimbursement grant for resurfacing or reconstruction of CR 464 inLevyCounty.

Mr. Jerrels requested Board approval of Resolution 2012-44, authorizing the execution of an Agreement with the Florida Department of Transportation for a SCRAP reimbursement grant for resurfacing or reconstruction of C464.

Comm. Bell made a motion to approve Resolution 2012-44 as presented. Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

COUNTY ATTORNEY

Anne Bast Brown

Request approval of amendment of lease with Town ofInglisforSouthLevyPark.

Atty. Brown requested Board approval of an Amendment of Lease with the Town ofInglisforSouthLevyPark. The Agreement provides additional protection for the County against personal injury litigation and against any action or inaction by Inglis in connection with the FRDAP Grant requirements or permit requirements for park development.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the Amendment of Lease with the Town ofInglisas presented. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

CITY OF CHIEFLAND

Teresa A. Barron, Vice Mayor

Request a Workshop be scheduled for the Levy County Commission, Public Safety Director and the municipalities ofLevyCounty.

Teresa Barron read a statement to Board outlining an alternative proposal for the fire department mergers. She stated the City ofChieflandis requesting Workshop to discuss an alternative proposal.

Norm Fugate spoke to the Board stating Cedar Key is also requesting a public forum to discuss fire departments.

The Commissioners agreed they are not in favor of a Workshop until after the Fire Departments have spoken with Mr. Knowles and attempted to resolve any issues they may have.

GARDNYR MICHAEL CAPITAL, INC.

Ralph Cellon, Senior Vice President

Sales Tax Revenue Bonds, Series 2003 Refunding.

Mr. Cellon spoke to the Board regarding the County’s Debt Service – Bond Issue which matures in 2023.

Mr. Shipp recommended the Board pay off the debt at the end of next year to avoid any penalty. The Board could then keep the Reserve amount going to the Debt Service each year.

After discussion, the Commissioners agreed to TABLE this item in order to do research before making a decision on September 18^th.

PUBLIC COMMENTS

Hans Van Vuren spoke to Board asking if County employees could be designated for garbage pickup along unpaved roads in the County and asked if there was a way for the County to make money by recycling these materials?

Renate Cannon spoke to the Board regarding the Fire Departments and unpaid Medicaid bills.

The meeting recessed at 11:15 A.M.

The meeting reconvened at 11:35 A.M.

COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS

Comm. Johnson stated he would like to have GSG send representatives to educate employees in Board office and in Property Appraiser office on Tax Assessment methodology in anticipation of calls which will come in after the public receives their tax notices. The Board agreed to do this on the 21^st after the regular Board meeting.

Comm. Joyner thanked everyone who came out for the Road Dedication.

LEVY COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE CORRECTIONAL FACILITY

Major Michael Sheffield

Bid Presentation for Video Visitation

The following Companies gave presentations to the Board regarding Video Visitation Systems for the Levy County Jail:

SimplexGrinnell represented by Dave Henya and Doug Glenn

Securus Technologies, Inc. represented by Paul Cappiello

VIZVOX, LLC represented by Vince Laurita

Montgomery Technology, Inc. represented by Nathan Skipper

The meeting recessed at 2:47 P.M.

The meeting reconvened at 2:54 P.M.

BUDGET WORKSHOP

Comm. Stevens called the Budget Workshop to order at 2:54 P.M.

The Commissioners discussed the budgets for the Supervisor of Elections and agreed to leave it as it was set at the last budget meeting.

LevyCountySheriff, Johnny Smith spoke to the Board stating he had reduced his budget proposal of $9,450,000 trimming an additional $100,000 to bring the budget request down to $9,350,000.

After Ms. Brasher, Library Director spoke to the Board, it was suggested she cut the additional $4,000 previously requested by the Board.

Mr. Moody gave information regarding Health Insurance for the Board.

After discussion, Comm. Bell made a motion to rank the companies as follows and to choose SimplexGrinnell to purchase the Video Visitation System for the Jail:

SimplexGrinnell
VIZVOX, LLC
Securus Technologies, Inc.

Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

The Commissioners agreed to have Mrs. Rees calculate the Sheriff’s budget to include the price of $225,000 as a total price for the Video Visitation System for the Jail in order to plan for the budget. This price includes the quoted fee of $195,390 and an estimate for the cost of wiring, which was not included in the proposal.

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 4:09 P.M.

ATTEST: BOARD OFCOUNTYCOMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY,FL

____________________________________ ____________________________________

Clerk of Court, Danny J. Shipp Chairman, Danny Stevens

BOCC Budget Workshop – July 31, 2012

September 6, 2012 by SuperAdmin

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BUDGET WORKSHOP

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

JULY 31, 2012

The Budget Workshop of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on July 31, 2012 at 9:00 AM in the Levy County Board ofCountyCommissionersmeeting room, with the following Commissioners present:

Chairman Danny Stevens

Comm. Marsha Drew

Comm. Ryan Bell

Comm.ChadJohnson

Comm. Mike Joyner

Also present were:

Clerk of Court – Danny Shipp

CountyAttorney– Anne Bast Brown

CountyCoordinator– Fred Moody

Chairman Stevens called the meeting to order at 9:00 AM. Sheriff Johnny Smith gave the invocation, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.

PUBLIC HEARING

Danny J. Shipp, Clerk to the Board

Sheila Rees, Chief Deputy Clerk & Finance Director

Budget amendments for the General Fund, 911 Fund, and the EMS Fund were presented to the Board by Sheila Rees bringing the total budget amount to $59,366,231. Mrs. Rees then requested Board approval of Resolution 2012-49.

Comm. Stevens asked if there was anyone in the audience to speak for or against the item presented. There were none.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the amended budget as presented. Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.

BUDGET WORKSHOP

Mrs. Rees presented the Board with the proposed 2012-2013 budget and requested the Board adopt a millage rate today. The budget presented is calculated at the current rate of 7.8114.

Comm. Joyner asked about the date set for the road dedication for Michael O’Steen. The road dedication was then scheduled for Thursday, August 9^th at 10:00 A.M.

SOIL & WATER

Aaron Lane

Mr. Lanerequested the Board approve the Soil & Water Conservation District budget as presented previously with no additional changes and explained travel will be a factor in expenses for the upcoming year.

LEVY COUNTY SHERIFF

Johnny Smith, Sheriff

Sheriff Smith detailed the cuts which were made to the Sheriff’s budget changing the total from $9,995,000 to $9,450,000 and requested the Board approve his budget as presented.

SUPERVISOR OF ELECTIONS

Connie Asbell, Supervisor of Elections

Mrs. Asbell requested the Board approve her budget with a reduction of $12,500 instead of the proposed $25,000.

MERIDIAN BEHAVIORAL HEALTHCARE, INC.

Maggie Labarta spoke to the Board regarding the budget request for Meridian Behavioral Healthcare, Inc. She requested the Board approve $61,000, the same as last year rather than the amount proposed by the Board of $50,000.

NSP3 PROGRAM

Shenley Neely

Jeannie Russell, Planning Manager

Neighborhood Stabilization Program, Department of EconomicOpportunity

Ms. Russell spoke to the Board and suggested they amend the contract with the Neighborhood Stabilization Program to turn over in a sub-recipient contract the 10 state funded housing projects which the county has not been able to complete (5 for resale and 5 for rental) to the Housing Authority Program. If half of the funding for this project has not been expended by March, 2013, the money would have to be turned back over to the State. Transferring management to the Housing Authority will keep the money for these projects inLevyCounty.

Bob Williams of the Levy County Housing Authority spoke and informed the Board they would be willing to take over management of these 10 housing projects.

The Board agreed by consensus to move forward and work out the details and requirements of turning over management of this project to the Housing Authority.

LEVY COUNTY JAIL

Major Michael Sheffield reported there were four (4) vendors which had responded to the RFP for the Inmate Visitation System and requested the Board schedule a date for interviews.

The Board agreed to schedule interviews with each of the vendors on August 7^th beginning at 11:00 A.M.

CLERK OF COURT

Danny J. Shipp, Clerk of Court

Mr. Shipp stated he is able to work with his reduced budget which is $607,024.

AG. EXTENSION OFFICE

Mr. Fuller spoke to the Board regarding his budget concerning the line item for Commissions, Fees and Other Costs.

LIBRARY

Ms. Brasher spoke to the Board regarding her budget and changing one part-time employee to full-time.

The meeting recessed at 11:20 A.M.

The meeting reconvened at 11:36 A.M.

In response to reactions to budget reductions for the following Departments, the Commissioners proposed the following amounts be added back to each department’s budget:

Extension – County Agent $3,000

Library 0

Sheriff 0

Meridian 0, leaving the total amount budgeted at $50,000

Supervisor of Elections $5,000, for a total budget reduction of $20,000

The following upcoming meeting dates were stated by Mr. Moody for the Board:

Tentative Budget Hearing September 6^th at 6:00 P.M.

Adopt Annual Resolutions September 11^th at 6:30 P.M.

Final Budget Hearing September 17^th at 6:00 P.M.

The Board agreed to have another Budget Workshop on August 7^th after the Regular Board Meeting at 1:00 P.M.

Set Tentative Millage

FY 2012-2013

Mrs. Rees stated for the Board the current budget is calculated at the millage rate of 7.8114. Including all reductions made to the budget so far, the General Fund Reserve balance is $2.1 million.

Comm. Johnson made a motion to set the tentative millage at the rolled back rate of 8.5759. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 12:13 P.M.

ATTEST: BOARD OFCOUNTYCOMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY,FL

____________________________________ ____________________________________

Clerk of Court, Danny J. Shipp Chairman, Danny Stevens

BOCC Regular Meeting – July 17, 2012

September 6, 2012 by SuperAdmin

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LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

JULY 17, 2012

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on July 17, 2012 at 9:00 AM in the Levy County Board ofCountyCommissionersmeeting room, with the following Commissioners present:

Chairman Danny Stevens

Comm. Marsha Drew

Comm. Ryan Bell

Comm.ChadJohnson

Comm. Mike Joyner

Also present were:

Clerk of Court – Danny Shipp

CountyAttorney– Anne Bast Brown

CountyCoordinator– Fred Moody

Chairman Stevens called the meeting to order at 9:00 AM. Mr. Shipp gave the invocation, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.

EXPENDITURES

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the following expenditures presented for payment. Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.

CHECK NUMBER	108566-108690
FUND	AMOUNT
GENERAL REVENUE	473,399.58
ROAD	38,657.31
SHIP	8,555.00
TRANSPORTATION	30,532.42
COURT FACILITIES	19.00
PROGRESS ENERGY	672.48
EMS	27,472.74
FIRE	2,097.42
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT	1,375.19
UTILITIES	1,487.06
DRUG TASK FORCE	1,079.00
ADD COURT COSTS	1,733.24
LANDFILL	4,772.05
MSBU’S	172,289.08
TOTAL	$ 764,141.57

MINUTES

The minutes for the Regular Board meetings held on July 3, 2012 were presented for Board approval.

Comm. Bell made a motion to approve the minutes from the Regular Board meeting on July 3, 2012 as presented. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

COMMISSIONER MIKE JOYNER

Introducing Roger Morgan, Request approval of Resolution 2012-43 dedicating a portion of County Road 326 between US Highway 19 and theWaccasassaRiverin memory of U.S. Army Specialist Four Michael S. Osteen.

Comm. Joyner introduces Roger Morgan who spoke to the Board requesting approval of Resolution 2012-43 dedicating a portion of CR 326 between US 19 and theWaccasassaRiverin memory of U.S. Army Specialist Four Michael S. Osteen.

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve Resolution 2012-43 as presented. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

SUWANNEE RIVER FAIR

Loran Brookins, President,SuwanneeRiverYouth Fair

Requests funds to pay building fees for the new fair building.

Mr. Brookins requested from the Board a contribution of $3,000 toward the cost of building fees for the construction of the new Suwannee River Fair building. GilchristCountyandDixieCountyhave agreed to each pay the same amount asLevyCounty.

After discussion, Comm. Bell made a motion to approve $3,100 from the Commissioners Recreation Fund for building fees associated with construction of the Suwannee River Fair building as requested. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

GOETHE STATE FOREST

Bobby Cahal

Presenting a Public Notice for a Public Meeting on the 10 Year Management Plan forGoetheStateForest.

Mr. Cahal announced the dates of an upcoming public meeting and a public hearing on the 10 year management plan for GoetheStateForest. The first Public Meeting and Public Hearing will be held at the Levy County School Board Office on Wednesday, August 8^th at 6:30 P.M. and on August 9^th at 1:00 P.M. there will be a Public Meeting at Goethe State Forest Headquarters. The purpose of the first meeting is to solicit comments on the future management ofGoetheStateForest over the next 10 years. The meeting on the second day is to allow the Management Plan Advisory Group to review the comments from the public.

LEVY COUNTY SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT

Johnny Smith, Sheriff

Request ratification of the grant application for Byrne Memorial JAG Grant Program, Drug Task Force Unit. ($48,644)

Sheriff Smith requested Board approval to ratify the grant application for the Byrne Memorial JAG Grant Program, Drug Task Force Unit in the amount of $48,644.

Comm. Drew made a motion to ratify the grant application for the Byrne Memorial JAG Grant Program, Drug Task Force Unit as requested. Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.

NATURE COAST BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL

David Pieklik, Executive Director

Presenting regular scheduled progress report.

Mr. Pieklik gave a progress report to the Board of the Nature Coast Business Development Council.

Renate Cannon and Chuck Tillman both asked questions and were answered by Mr. Pieklik.

DEPARTMENT REPORTS

COUNTY COORDINATOR

Fred Moody

Request permission to close the street on election night; request from Supervisor of Elections, Connie Asbell.

Mr. Moody requested on behalf of Connie Asbell, Supervisor of Elections Board approval to close Court Street on election night.

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve the closure of Court Street on election night as requested. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

Request approval of Resolution 2012-40, a Resolution of the BOCC of Levy County, Florida providing verification of election to withdraw from the Public Risk Management of Florida – Health Trust.

Mr. Moody requested Board approval of Resolution 2012-40 which would provide verification of election to withdraw from the Public Risk Management of Florida – Health Trust.

Comm. Bell made a motion to approve Resolution 2012-40 as presented. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

Request approval of Proposed Agreement with Brown & Brown AND Risk Management Associates, Inc., d/b/a Public Risk Insurance Agency for Agent of Record/Broker Services for Employee Benefits/Placement and Administration of Employee Group Health, Vision, Dental and Life Insurance Benefits.

Mr. Moody requested Board approval of the proposed Agreement with Brown & Brown and Risk Management Associates, Inc. d/b/a Public Risk Insurance Agency for Agent of Record/Broker Services.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the proposed Agreement with Brown & Brown and Risk Management Associates, Inc. d/b/a Public Risk Insurance Agency for Agent of Record/Broker Services as requested. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES. Comm. Bell votes NO.

EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT

Mark S. Johnson, Director

Request to accept the Emergency Management Preparedness & Assistance (EMPA) Agreement.

Mr. Johnson requested Board acceptance of the Emergency Preparedness & Assistance Agreement in the amount of $105,806. The agreement period runs from July 1, 2012 to June 30, 2013.

Comm. Drew made a motion to accept the EMPA Agreement as presented. Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.

Request to accept the Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG) Agreement.

Mr. Johnson requested Board acceptance of the Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG) Agreement in the amount of $58,348. The agreement period runs from July 1, 2012 to June 30, 2013.

Comm. Drew made a motion to accept the EMPG Agreement as presented. Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.

Request to accept the Modification #1 to the State Homeland Security Grant Program (SHSGP) Agreement.

Mr. Johnson requested Board acceptance of Modification #1 to the State Homeland Security Grant Program (SHSGP) Agreement which will extend the ending date to July 31, 2012.

Comm. Drew made a motion to accept Modification #1 to the SHSGP Agreement as presented. Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.

PUBLIC SAFETY

David Knowles, Director

Request authorization for the Director to electronically sign for submission of the Safer Grant application.

Mr. Knowles requested Board authorization to electronically sign for submission of the Safer Act Grant application through the Department of Homeland Security. This Grant will help the Volunteer Fire Departments within the county.

Comm. Drew made a motion to authorize Mr. Knowles to electronically sign for submission of the Safer Act Grant application as requested. Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.

Mr. Knowles requested Tommy Sholes to come to the podium and announced the merger of the Yankeetown Volunteer Fire Department with the Department of Public Safety.

SOLID WASTE

Benny Jerrels, Director

Request approval for an Amendment to the Consolidated Small County Solid Waste Management Grant Agreement.

Mr. Jerrels requested Board approval for an Amendment to the Consolidated Small County Solid Waste Management Grant Agreement. After completion of the re-roofing project for theRecyclingBuilding, Grant funds in the amount of $1,280 were left over from the amount allocated. An amendment is necessary in order to utilize the remaining funds from the Grant for the purchase of the Skid Steer.

Comm. Bell made a motion to approve the Amendment to the Consolidated Small County Solid Waste Management Grant Agreement as requested. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

Request approval for Solid Waste Contract withNew River, extending the contract an additional five (5) years.

Mr. Jerrels requested Board approval of the Solid Waste Contract withNew River, extending the contract an additional five (5) years.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the Solid Waste Contract withNew Riveras presented. Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.

COUNTY ATTORNEY

Anne Bast Brown,CountyAttorney

Request to approve Emergency Declaration 2012-39 rescinding Emergency Declarations 2012-36 and 2012-38 discontinuing the Local State of Emergency for ensuing damages resulting from Tropical Storm Debby.

Atty. Brown requested Board approval of Emergency Declaration 2012-39 rescinding Emergency Declarations 2012-36 and 2012-38 discontinuing the Local State of Emergency for ensuing damages resulting from Tropical Storm Debby.

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve Emergency Declaration 2012-39 as presented. Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.

Consider and act on desired version of Resolution 2012-44, adopting local preference purchasing policy, and determine an effective date for the Resolution.

Atty. Brown requested the Board consider and act on a desired version of Resolution 2-12-44, adopting a local preference Purchasing Policy and determine an effective date for the Resolution.

The board agreed by consensus to wait until after budget discussions to made a decision on this item.

Comments from individuals in the audience were made by Mrs. Cannon and Teresa Barron.

NABORS, GIBLIN & NICKERSON

Heather Encinosa, Nabors, Giblin & Nickerson

Request approval of Preliminary Rate Resolutions for the four Annual Assessment Programs;

Resolution 2012-48, Preliminary Resolution for Fire Protection Services.

Ms. Encinosa presented and requested Board approval of Resolution 2012-48, Preliminary Resolution for Fire Protection Services. Changing from last year are the fire assessments for residential property which were previously assessed in square foot tiers. They are now calculated per square foot. This Resolution also sets a final Public Hearing for September 11^th at 6:30 P.M. The rates in the Resolution will be included on trim notices sent out to the public and are as follows:

$110 per dwelling unit

$.33 per square foot for commercial

$.05 per square foot for industrial

$.37 per square foot for institutional

$9.00 per parcel for land up to 160 acres and

$.02 per acre over 160 acres

Questions were asked from the audience by Mrs. Cannon.

Atty. Norm Fugate questioned the methodology of the assessments and asked why the report is not available for the public yet.

Ms. Encinosa answered the report is not yet completed.

Ronnie McQueen asked at the maximum rate established, how much would be generated?

Comm. Stevens answered if everything was completely paid in full, the amount would be $2,319,378.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve Resolution 2012-48 as presented. Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.

Resolution 2012-45, Preliminary Resolution forEMSTax Assessment.

Ms. Encinosa presented and requested Board approval of Resolution 2012-45, Preliminary Resolution for EMS Tax Assessment. This Resolution sets a final Public Hearing for September 11^th at 6:30 P.M. The rates in the Resolution will be included on trim notices sent out to the public and are as follows:

$119 per dwelling unit

$.07 per square foot for commercial

$.18 per square foot for institutional

$.01 per square foot for industrial/warehouse property

Mrs. Cannon stated she strongly protests not having access to the report before the Board votes and asked what the current residential rate is.

Comm. Stevens answered the current residential rate is $76.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve Resolution 2012-45 as presented. Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.

Resolution 2012-46, Preliminary Resolution for Roadway Maintenance Services Assessments.

Ms. Encinosa presented and requested Board approval of Resolution 2012-46, Preliminary Resolution for Roadway Maintenance Services Assessments. This Resolution sets a final Public Hearing for September 11^th at 6:30 P.M.

Comm. Bell made a motion to approve Resolution 2012-46 and Resolution 2012-47 as presented. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

Resolution 2012-47, Preliminary Resolution for Solid Waste Assessment.

Ms. Encinosa presented and requested Board approval of Resolution 2012-47, Preliminary Resolution for Solid Waste Assessment. She stated the rate is $25 per parcel, the same as last year.

PUBLIC COMMENT

Teresa Barron apologized to Comm. Bell for how things went in the previous meeting in Chiefland regarding Fire Services.

Atty. Norm Fugate spoke regarding the merging of Fire Departments with the County and requested a public forum for the public to give input on this topic.

Comm. Stevens responded stating this issue has been dealt with in the past with everyone in favor of streamlining services until it comes time to actually do it.

Comm. Drew stated Mr. Knowles is doing a good job working with the Fire Departments and the smaller Fire Departments have approached him about joining in with the county.

Jason Kennedy asked who Mr. Fugate is representing and stated he is not representing the Town ofBronson.

Atty. Fugate stated he is representing the Municipal Fire Departments for the cities he serves.

The Commissioners were in agreement to not hold a forum regarding the Fire Departments.

Susan Haines commented to the Board regarding the “Pledge of Allegiance”.

COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS

Comm. Bell stated the issue of debris from the Suwannee River Fair demolition project may need to be addressed regarding tipping fees.

Comm. Stevens stated Max Agiree from the Bronson Youth League had contacted him and stated there is a Soccer Team from Bronson going to a tournament at Disney World inOrlandoand they are asking for financial assistance.

The Commissioners agreed they would check into their Recreation Funds to see how much could be given.

There will be a bake sale fundraiser this Thursday at the Baptist church in Bronson.

The meeting recessed at 10:42 A.M.

The meeting reconvened at 10:55 A.M.

Commissioners agreed to give the same as, but not to exceed what was given last time. Mr. Shipp stated the amounts of what each commissioner had left as follows:

Comm. Joyner $3,979.25

Comm. Johnson $2,174.20

Comm. Drew $2,217.76

Comm. Bell $1,203.33

Comm. Stevens $ 611.84

The meeting recessed at 10:58 A.M.

The meeting reconvened at 1:07 P.M.

PUBLIC HEARING

Impasse and vote on resolution of impasse between County and LIUNA Local 630.

Comm. Stevens called the Public Hearing to order at 1:07 P.M.

Atty. Brown stated this Hearing is regarding the impasse on the 2010-2011 Collective Bargaining Agreement between the County and LIUNA Local 630.

Andy Bemis, representing the Local 630 spoke to the Board stating the following issues are at impasse:

Article 8, Section 1 (Union’s proposal to sell back up to eighty (80) hours of accrued leave)
Article 12, Section 3 (County’s proposal to eliminate daily overtime)
Article 12, Section 3 (Union’s proposal to allow accrual of compensatory to eighty (80) hours)
Article 14, Section 5 (Union’s proposal to increase reporting time from a minimum of 3 hours to a minimum of 5 hours)
Article 15 (Union’s proposal for a 3% wage increase)
Article 22 (Union’s proposal for a multi-year agreement: County’s proposal for a one year agreement)

Wayne Helsby of the Law Offices of Allen, Norton & Blue, representing theCountyCoordinatorspoke to the Board. He stated the position of theCountyCoordinatoris in these economic times afford these kinds of increases in benefits.

Comm. Stevens asked if there was anyone in the audience wishing to speak for or against the information presented.

Terry Padgett spoke in favor of the proposal given by Mr. Bemis.

Comm. Stevens then asked if the Board members had any comments.

Comm. Bell made a motion to resolve the issue concerning Article 8, Section 1 (Union’s proposal to sell back up to eighty (80) hours of accrued leave) in favor of theCountyCoordinator. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

Atty. Brown stated the issue concerning Article 12, Section 3 (County’s proposal to eliminate daily overtime) was resolved and a vote would not be necessary.

Comm. Drew made a motion to resolve the issue concerning Article 12, Section 3 (Union’s proposal to allow accrual of compensatory to eighty (80) hours) in favor of theCountyCoordinator. Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.

Comm. Drew made a motion to resolve the issue concerning Article 14, Section 5 (Union’s proposal to increase reporting time from a minimum of 3 hours to a minimum of 5 hours) in favor of theCountyCoordinator. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

Comm. Joyner made a motion to resolve the issue concerning Article 15, Section 1 (Union’s proposal for a 3% wage increase) in favor of theCountyCoordinator. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

Comm. Joyner made a motion to resolve the issue concerning Article 15, Section 4 (Union’s proposal for a call-out guarantee increase from 3 to 4 hours) in favor of theUnion. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the votes were cast as follows:

Yes No

Comm. Joyner Comm.Bell

Comm. Johnson Comm. Drew

Comm. Stevens

The MOTION CARRIES.

Comm. Johnson made a motion to resolve the issue concerning Article 22 (Union’s proposal for a multi-year agreement: County’s proposal for a one year agreement). Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 3:00 P.M.

ATTEST: BOARD OFCOUNTYCOMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY,FL

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Clerk of Court, Danny J. Shipp Chairman, Danny Stevens

BOCC Budget Workshop – July 12, 2012

August 9, 2012 by SuperAdmin

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BUDGET WORKSHOP

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

JULY 12, 2012

The Budget Workshop of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on July 12, 2012 at 9:00 AM in the Levy County Board ofCountyCommissionersmeeting room, with the following Commissioners present:

Chairman Danny Stevens

Comm. Marsha Drew

Comm. Ryan Bell

Comm.ChadJohnson

Comm. Mike Joyner

Also present were:

Clerk of Court – Danny Shipp

CountyAttorney– Anne Bast Brown

CountyCoordinator– Fred Moody

Comm. Stevens called the workshop to order at 9:00 A.M.

DANNY J. SHIPP, CLERK TO THE BOARD

Presentation of Budget Overview FY 2012-13

Mrs. Rees presented opening statements concerning the General Fund on behalf of the Clerk of Court. The current millage rate of 7.8114 was used to balance the General Fund. The current rolled-back rate is 8.5759 and would generate $1.2 million more than what is calculated in the budget at this time. There is a $2.3 million deficit between current expenditures and revenues. Currently, there is $1.1 million in reserve, but this does not include transfers which will need to be done to balance theEMSand Fire budgets.

AGRICULTURE EXTENSION OFFICE – COUNTY AGENT

Albert Fuller, Director

Mr. Fuller stated his budget request is the same as last year with two exceptions:

1. Requesting to replace an existing 1996 Chevy Astro mini-van for the Family Consumer Science Program.

2. Replace carpeting in auditorium with tile

MOSQUITO CONTROL/PARKS & RECREATION

Matt Weldon, Director

Mr. Weldon stated his budget request is the same as last year. Heavy rains after the long drought have increased the need and expense of mosquito spraying.

LEVY COUNTY SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT

Sheriff Johnny Smith

Sheriff Smith stated the Sheriff’s Department budget request is the same as last year.

SUPERVISOR OF ELECTIONS

Connie Asbell, Supervisor of Elections

Comm. Stevens spoke on behalf of Mrs. Asbell who was unable to attend the Budget Workshop stating her budget request was the same as last year.

TAX COLLECTOR

Linda Fugate, Tax Collector

Comm. Stevens stated Mrs. Fugate’s budget is approved by the Department of Revenue inTallahasseeand is fee based. Her budget request will come in August.

CLERK OF COURT

Danny Shipp, Clerk of Court

Mr. Shipp stated his budget shows an increase due to the second IT person hired, but this salary comes from different funds as the person provides IT assistance to numerous BOCC departments. The Clerk’s office is also a fee office and the Recording numbers have been down resulting in a need for additional funding from the Board.

HEALTH DEPARTMENT

Mrs. Locke stated the budget request for the Health Department is the same as last year, $150,000.

ANIMAL SERVICES

David Weatherford, Director

Mr. Weatherford stated his budget was increased for this year as there is a need for a new truck. He stated $25,000 has been budgeted for this item.

CONSTRUCTION / MAINTENANCE / WATER

Jimmy Jones, Director

Mr. Jones stated his budget request is increased from last year for the Construction/Maintenance Department.

Mr. Jones stated there are some increases in the Water Department budget.

LIBRARY

Lisa Brasher, Director

Ms. Brasher stated her budget request is increased by $8,347 to cover the salary of a part-time employee going to full-time and for IT usage.

VETERANS’ SERVICE

Robert Lowyns, Director

Mr. Lowyns stated his budget request is the same as last year.

ROAD DEPARTMENT

Bruce Greenlee, Administrative Superintendent

Mr. Greenlee stated the budget request for the Road Department is about $650,000 less than last year. The Road Department is in need of hiring a couple of new employees for the construction side.

Mr. Moody requested dates for future budget meeting dates.

The date of Tuesday, July 31^st at 9:00 A.M. was decided for the next Budget Meeting.

A tentative Budget Hearing was scheduled for Thursday, September 6^th at 6:00 P.M.

Tuesday, September 11^th at 6:30 P.M. will be the date for Public Hearing for final adoption of the Assessments. The date of September 17^th at 6:00 P.M. will be the Final Budget Hearing.

LEGAL

Anne Bast Brown,CountyAttorney

Mrs. Brown stated the budget request for Legal was $1,000 less than last year.

PUBLIC SAFETY

David Knowles, Director

Mr. Knowles informed the Board of the closing with Fowlers Bluff Fire Department this morning.

Mr. Knowles stated there were some line item increases for the upcoming budget year forEMSfor fuel expense and repair/maintenance.

Updated information on the Fire Department portion of his budget was given to the Board.

Mrs. Rees stated the Board theEMSbudget as presented is short by $505,602 based on the actual buy-down on the Special Assessments which have to be funded. Presently, the Fire budget is short by $1,424,297. Options to balance these budgets would be to transfer from the General fund, which does not have this much in it, raise Assessments or cut the budget.

Mrs. Rees then asked for direction from the Board on balancing the General Fund and if they wanted to discuss each department further as she will need to present them a proposed budget on July 31.

After discussion, the Board agreed to examine each Department in the General Fund budget in greater detail.

The meeting recessed at 12:08 P.M.

The meeting reconvened at 1:36 P.M.

The Commissioners discussed each line item expense for every Department, making reductions in each budget, reducing the total budget by $2,019,791.

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 5:18 P.M.

ATTEST: BOARD OFCOUNTYCOMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY,FL

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Clerk of Court, Danny J. Shipp Chairman, Danny Stevens

BOCC Regular Meeting – December 21, 2010

July 24, 2012 by SuperAdmin

REGULAR MEETING

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

DECEMBER 21, 2010

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on December 21, 2010, at 9:00 AM in the Levy County Board ofCountyCommissionersmeeting room, with the following Commissioners present:

Chairman Danny Stevens

Comm. Marsha Drew

Comm. Ryan Bell

Comm.ChadJohnson

Also present were:

Danny J. Shipp – Clerk of Court

CountyAttorney– Anne Bast Brown

CountyCoordinator– Fred Moody

Assistant to theCountyCoordinator– Dick Tummond

Chairman Stevens called the meeting to order at 9:00 AM. Bruce Greenlee gave the invocation, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.

EXPENDITURES

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the following expenditures presented for payment. Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.

CHECK NUMBER	103370-103515
FUND	AMOUNT
GENERAL REVENUE	434,519.48
ROAD	219,844.60
SHIP	12,750.00
COURT TECH/CRIM PREV	70.62
TRANSPORTATION	24,692.71
911	0.00
COURT FACILITIES	3,880.00
PROGRESS ENERGY	227.68
EMS	13,104.37
FIRE	1,549.12
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT	2,560.16
UTILITIES	2,190.63
DRUG TASK FORCE	269.10
COMMUNICATION	0.00
ADD COURT COSTS	439.90
IMPACT FEES – EMS	0.00
IMPACT FEES – PARKS	0.00
IMPACT FEES – RD DIST II	0.00
DEBT SERVICE	0.00
CAPITAL PROJECTS	0.00
CONSTRUCTION	0.00
LANDFILL	73,444.96
MSBU’S	0.00
TOTAL	$ 789,543.33

MINUTES

Approval of Minutes for the Regular Meeting held December 7, 2010.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the minutes for the Regular Meeting held December 7, 2010 with corrections. Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.

AMVETS

Ivan Chubb spoke to the Board and wished everyone a Merry Christmas.

PUBLIC HEARING

Bruce Greenlee

A. Resolution 2010-70 approving the petition to vacate, abandon, and close a portion of road right-of-way located in Gleason’s Trailer Village as requested by petitioners, Jack and Elizabeth Foley.

Mr. Greenlee requested Board approval of Resolution 2010-70, a petition to vacate, abandon, and close a portion of road right-of-way located in Gleason’sTrailerVillageas requested by petitioners, Jack and Elizabeth Foley.

Comm. Stevens asked if there was anyone wishing to speak for or against the petition. There were none.

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve Resolution 2010-70 as presented. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

ROAD DEPARTMENT

Bruce Greenlee, Administrative Superintendent

A. Request from Otter Creek to assist with road maintenance and issues with speeders.

Mr. Greenlee requested Board approval to strategically place speed bumps or rumble strips as requested by the Town of Otter Creek throughout the town to slow traffic. He stated a letter requesting assistance from the Board in dealing with traffic speeding through their Town had been received by his office.

After discussion, Comm. Bell made a motion to place rumble strips or a table-top speed deterrent in pursuant to approval by the City Council in Otter Creek and to also bring this situation to the Sheriff’s attention. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

B. Supplemental Agreement No. 1 for LCR 207 SmallCountyOutreachProgram.

Mr. Greenlee requested Board approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 1 for LCR 207, Small County Outreach Program.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve Supplemental Agreement No. 1 for LCR 207, Small County Outreach Program as requested. Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.

ZONING

Rob Corbitt

A. SEP 3-10, Special Event “Return to Rosewood.”

Atty. Brown swore in members of the audience and Commissioners wishing to speak for or against the Special Event.

[1]Comm. Bell, [2]Comm. Drew, and [3]Comm. Stevens stated they had ex-parte communication with regard to the Special Event.

Mr. Corbitt presented and requested Board approval of SEP 3-10, Special Event “Return to Rosewood.”

Mr. Corbitt stated the event is scheduled for January 2, 2011, from 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. and the application is marked “not open to the public.” Since the last meeting when Mr. Dunn was asked to provide a more detailed site plan, his office did receive a document on the 13^th and another on the 14^th indicating the number of attendees had been reduced to fewer than 75 to accommodate the parking limitations. A neighboring property owner has agreed to accommodate additional parking up to 25-30 vehicles, if needed and these people could be transported to the site by van. Mr. Corbitt stated his office had received correspondence on the 20^th indicating additional land clearing was being done to also accommodate parking. After questions by Comm. Bell, Mr. Dunn stated there would be four people to handle parking and entrance onto the site would be permitted only if the individuals name is on the guest list. Mr. Dunn also indicated to the Board and the expected number of vehicles would be 43 and presented the Board with photographs from a laptop of the property recently cleared. Comm. Bell stated he had concerns with public safety for the event and for the Board’s responsibility to the neighbors. These concerns were also shared by Comm. Johnson.

Comm. Johnson asked what would happen if the Board denied Mr. Dunn’s request and he continued with the event? Atty. Brown addressed the question and stated Mr. Dunn may be subject to a citation.

Comm. Stevens stated he had concerns of the hours of the event and of the number of people originally invited compared to the number Mr. Dunn stated were expected to attend. Mr. Dunn responded they had stopped taking invitations as of yesterday. Comm. Stevens stated he was concerned with more people showing up than expected. He also had concerns with requests made by the Commissioners at the previous meeting not being met.

Comm. Drew stated she had no problem with Mr. Dunn’s request for the Special Event and made a motion to approve SEP 3-10, Special Event “Return to Rosewood” as presented.

The motion dies for lack of a second.

Comm. Johnson made a motion to deny SEP 3-10, Special Event “Return to Rosewood.” Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES. Comm. Drew votes NO.

CLERK OF COURT

Danny J. Shipp

A. Clarification of Satisfactions of Judgment approved December 7, 2010.

Mr. Shipp explained the Tax Deed Sale process with regard to Satisfactions of Judgment approved December 7, 2010. Mr. Shipp stated he had been contacted by the purchaser of a Tax Deed which had a Civil Judgement attached and had researched but found nothing statutory the Clerk could do to negotiate the amount on a Civil Judgement.

Atty. Brown stated she had not been made fully aware of the situation when contacted about negotiating the amount involving the Tax Deed in question. After discussion, the Commissioners agreed in the future a purchaser could petition liens through the Board, but they would need to do this in person.

B. Resolution 2010-72, Amending and Adopting Government / Municipal / Public Funds Authorizing Resolutions for Deposit Accounts with Perkins State Bank and Drummond Bank.

Mr. Shipp requested Board approval of Resolution 2010-72, Amending and Adopting Government / Municipal / Public Funds Authorizing Resolutions for Deposit Accounts with Perkins State Bank and Drummond Bank.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve Resolution 2010-72 as presented. Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.

DARRYL DIAMOND

A. Discussion of growth issues on Hwy. 19 from theInglisTownline North Lebanon Station.

Mr. Diamond addressed the Board and stated he felt there was a lack of transparency on the part of everyone in connection with the Inglis MSD a few years back. He suggested the Board send a letter to theSouthLevyCountyresidents alerting them of the potential upcoming commercial growth and provided a copy of a draft he had written.

The Commissioners agreed to take Mr. Diamonds suggestions and letter under advisement, but were not in favor of sending a letter at this time.

DANNY STEVENS, CHAIRMAN

A. Introduction of Gwen Pra, District 2 Coordinator from the Florida Department of Transportation.

– TABLED –

LEVY COUNTY VISITORS BUREAU

Carol McQueen

A. Recommendation from the Levy County Tourist Development Council for approval of $11,200 Additional Marketing Plan for 2010-2011.

Mrs. McQueen made a recommendation from the Levy County Tourist Development Council to increase their Marketing budget by $11,200. She stated the budget had been cut back around the time of the oil spill and would now like to increase it.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the increase in the amount of $11,200 in the Additional Marketing budget as recommended. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

LEVY COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE

Lt. Scott Finnen, Levy County Sheriff’s Office

A. Proposed jobs program with Citrus, Levy, Marion Workforce.

Lt. Finnen gave information to Board regarding a jobs program with the CLM Workforce Connection. He explained in January the Sheriff’s Department will be losing two employees and would like to take advantage of this program as it offers on the job training. The CLM Workforce Connection OJT program provides occupational training, and employer is reimbursed 75% of the employees’ hourly salary up to four months.

Another issue the Sheriff’s Department is facing is the aging software system at the Jail and at the Sheriff’s Office. Lt. Finnen stated they would like to partner with a company out ofOcalacalled Beacon Software, which is a startup company.

Lt. Finnen stated he is asking the Board to allow the Sheriff’s Department to use CLM Workforce to hire two new employees and earmark the savings to fund the Beacon Software project, as these funds will come directly to the Board, not to the Sheriff’s Department.

The Commissioners agreed by consensus to support the CLM Workforce agreement, but requested additional information on the Beacon Software project before taking action.

PUBLIC COMMENT

Lizzie Jenkins spoke to the Board and invited them to a reception for Lt. Governor Jennifer Carroll atFloridaA&MUniversityinTallahasseeon Sunday, January 2, 2011 at 7:00P.M. The cost to attend is $50 per person.

Mrs. Jenkins then requested letters of support from the Commissioners to do the documentary on Rosewood by January 31, 2011.

Carol McQueen announced there would be a Levy Co Economic Summit in January 20, 2011 from 5:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. at BronsonHigh School.

DEPARTMENT REPORTS

COUNTY COORDINATOR

Fred Moody,CountyCoordinator

A. Proposed Board ofCountyCommissionOrientation / Organization Round Table Discussion on January 4, 2010.

Mr. Moody asked if the Board members would schedule a BOCC Orientation/Organization Round Table Discussion on January 4, 2010 at 1:00 P.M. or 1:30 P.M.

The Commissioners agreed to place this item on the agenda for January 4, 2011 at 1:00 P.M.

LIBRARY

Lisa Brasher, Director

A. Request approval to appoint Virginia Meisenheimer and David Kendall to the Putnam Alachua Levy Library Cooperative Board one for a period of 2 years and one for a period of 3 years.

Ms. Brasher requested Board approval to appoint Virginia Meisenheimer for a period of 2 years and David Kendall for a period of 3 years to the Putnam, Alachua, Levy Library Cooperative Board.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the appointments as presented. Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.

SHIP/WATER

Dick Tummond

A. Subordination Agreement.

Mr. Tummond requested Board approval of the Subordination Agreement for Daniel Maldonado Diaz and Lourdes R. Colon.

Comm. Johnson made motion to approve the Subordination Agreement as presented. Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.

ATTORNEY’S RERPORT

Anne Bast Brown,CountyAttorney

A. Approve Addendum to Agreement with Nabors, Giblin & Nickerson, P.A. (“NGN”), for special counsel services in proceedings related to the code enforcement action against Brian R. Davis, for the purpose of increasing the not-to-exceed amount for attorney fees.

Atty. Brown requested Board approval of Addendum to Agreement with Nabors, GIblin & Nickerson, P.A. for special counsel services in proceedings related to the code enforcement action against Brian R. Davis, for the purpose of increasing the not-to-exceed amount for attorney fees to $10,000 in order to provide adequate representation on these issues.

Comm. Bell made a motion to approve the Addendum to Agreement as presented. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

COMMISSIONER’S REPORTS

Comm. Johnson wished everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

Comm. Drew gave a summary of the Broadband meeting she had attended on December 8^th. She stated there may be opportunities for the municipalities with broadband.

Comm. Bell wished Happy Holidays to everyone.

Comm. Stevens wished everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 11:21 A.M.

ATTEST: BOARD OFCOUNTYCOMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY,FL

____________________________________ ____________________________________

Clerk of Court, Danny J. Shipp Chairman, Danny Stevens

1 Ex-parte communication Comm. Bell

2 Ex-parte communication Comm. Drew

[3] Ex-parte communication Comm. Stevens

BOCC Regular Meeting – December 7, 2010

July 24, 2012 by SuperAdmin

REGULAR MEETING

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

DECEMBER 7, 2010

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on December 7, 2010, at 9:00 AM in the Levy County Board ofCountyCommissionersmeeting room, with the following Commissioners present:

Chairman Danny Stevens

Comm. Marsha Drew

Comm. Ryan Bell

Also present were:

CountyAttorney– Anne Bast Brown

CountyCoordinator– Fred Moody

Assistant to theCountyCoordinator– Dick Tummond

Chairman Stevens called the meeting to order at 9:00 AM. Bruce Greenlee gave the invocation, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.

EXPENDITURES

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the following expenditures presented for payment. Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.

CHECK NUMBER	103212-103369
FUND	AMOUNT
GENERAL REVENUE	1,173,316.95
ROAD	114,229.97
SHIP	42,873.00
TRANSPORTATION	31,547.58
COURT FACILITIES	24,843.84
PROGRESS ENERGY	706.26
EMS	36,625.01
FIRE	8,268.98
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT	1,306.44
UTILITIES	1,732.47
DRUG TASK FORCE	2,556.50
CAPITAL PROJECTS	22,161.54
LANDFILL	62,161.88
TOTAL	$ 1,522,330.42

MINUTES

Approval of Minutes for the Regular Meeting held November 16, 2010.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the minutes for the Regular Meeting held November 16, 2010 with the changes as stated. Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.

ZONING

Attorney Brown swore in members of the audience and Commissioners wishing to speak for or against the items to be presented by Mr. Corbitt.

Comm. Stevens asked if there were any ex-parte communications by the Board members.

1. Comm. Stevens stated he had ex-parte communication regarding the Special Event item. 2.Comm. Drew stated she had ex-parte communication also on the Special Event.

Rob Corbitt, Director

A. SEP 3-10, Special Event “Return to Rosewood.”

Mr. Corbitt presented and requested Board approval of SEP 3-10, Special Event “Return to Rosewood”, a memorial event on January 2, 2011 from 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M by property owners James Cornett and Marvin Dunn. The number of people expected to attend will be between 50 to 200. Parking will be handled on the property and along the limerock road.

The Commissioners had concerns regarding parking and emergency vehicle accessibility.

Mr. Dunn spoke and addressed the parking issue and stated there would be eight people available, four of which would handle the parking. He stated he is expecting 100 vehicles or less. Mr. Dunn asked for amendment to the Special Event to include Tony’s Seafood to provide clam chowder, coffee and cold drinks.

Comm. Drew stated she was concerned with the site plan as presented. She requested a more detailed site plan.

The Commissioners asked if Mr. Dunn could give parking options and provide a more detailed site plan at the next meeting before they will make a decision. The Commissioners will need the paperwork by Monday of next week to allow staff time to review.

B. Ha.Va. 9-10, Hardship Variance, Kooi.

Mr. Corbitt requested Board approval of Ha.Va. 9-10, Hardship Variance by Ailien R. and Jack R. Kooi to allow for a second dwelling in order for a family member to care for her husband.

There was discussion as to whether or not they would be a University Oaks water system customer and the need for an easement to be recorded.

Atty. Brown stated her office will get an easement ready to record by the end of the week.

Comm. Stevens asked if there was anyone wishing to speak for or against the Hardship Variance. Mr. Corbitt asked if it would be necessary to record the Hardship Variance. The Commissioners agreed it would not need to be done at this time, but would be discussed at a later date.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the Hardship Variance as requested. Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.

C. FP 2-10, Final Plat “Blackwell Estates.”

Mr. Corbitt requested Board approval of FP 2-10, Final Plat “Blackwell Estates.” Patrick Durbin, representing Phyllis F. Blackwell was in attendance.

Comm. Stevens asked if there was anyone wishing to speak for or against the Final Plat as presented. There were none.

Comm. Bell made a motion to approve FP 2-10, Final Plat, “Blackwell Estates,” contingent upon satisfaction of taxes. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

D. FP 3-10, Final Plat “SaratogaSouth.”

Mr. Corbitt requested Board approval of FP 3-10, Final Plat “Saratoga South.” Jason Murphy, representing Croft Land Surveying was in attendance.

Comm. Stevens asked if there was anyone wishing to speak for or against the Final Plat as presented. There were none.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the FP 3-10, Final Plat, “Saratoga South.” Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.

DANNY STEVENS, CHAIRMAN

A. Introduction of Gwen Pra from the Department of Transportation. – TABLED –

LIZZIE R. JENKINS, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

A. Invite “Roots in the City” join with the Real Rosewood Foundation, Inc. “History Day,” which is an established event with no required permit, convening April 16, 2011 at the Rosewood Baseball Park/Track.

Ms. Jenkins spoke to the Board and extended invitation to Mr. Dunn and his organization to the Real Rosewood Foundation, Inc. “History Day”. She then read aloud an invitation for Mr. Dunn’s event not yet approved she had received and then provided the Board with a copy of the invitation.

FIRE BOARD, SPECIAL REVIEW COMMITTEE

Chiefland Vice-Mayor Teresa Barron

A. Request Board direction to improve financial efficiency and the level of service in the area of Fire Protection/First Responders.

Mrs. Barron requested Board direction to improve financial efficiency and the level of service in the area of Fire Protection/First Responders. The Committee formed by the Fire Advisory Board to review the Mizell Hodges report would like to confirm the Commissioner’s approval of the committee’s formation, their objectives, and if they are willing to consider changes in the Fire Service. At this time, the members on the committee are: Williston Mayor Gerald Heathcoat, Commissioner Marsha Drew, Chiefland Vice-Mayor Teresa Barron, Levy County Fire Chief Rick Bloom, and Yankeetown Fire Chief Paul Shearer.

Daryl Diamond provided handouts to board members and then spoke on behalf of Peaceful Acres Civic Association. He stated they feel they have been left out of the process and would like to be included.

Comm. Bell made a motion to do the research and/or notify all municipalities they need to have representation on the Fire Advisory Board, as they are the ones who will bring the decision to this and if there is a problem within the municipality, decisions can then be made from their suggestions. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

The dates of the meetings will be posted on Board of County Commissioner’s website.

The meeting recessed at 10:38 A.M.

The meeting reconvened at 10:48 A.M.

NATURE COAST BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

Pat O’Neal

A. Annual Contract forNatureCoastBusiness Development.

Mr. O’Neal requested Board approval of the Annual Contract for Nature Coast Business Development.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the Annual Contract for Nature Coast Business Development. Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.

B. Appointment to theNorth FloridaEconomic Development Partnership Board.

Mr. O’Neal requested the Board appoint someone to the North Florida Economic Development Partnership in place of former Commissioner Lilly Rooks.

Comm. Drew made a motion to appoint Comm. Bell to the North Florida Economic Development Partnership Board. Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.

LEVY COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE

Lt. Scott Finnen

A. Presentation ofPublicSafetyLeadershipAcademy.

Lt. Finnen gave information to the Board on thePublicSafetyLeadershipAcademy, a six-week program offered atCentralFloridaCommunity College. He stated the program could be beneficial to anyone in a managerial position within the county.

Mike Colacone fromCentralFloridaCommunity Collegealso spoke to the Board and gave further information on the program.

PUBLIC COMMENT

Daryl Diamond fromSouthLevyCountyasked to place an item on the next agenda regarding the nuclear power plant issue. He stated he will contact the Board office to be placed on the agenda.

DEPARTMENT REPORTS

COUNTY COORDINATOR

Fred Moody

A. Correction of Appointments toMeridianBehavioral Healthcare and Rural Conservation and Development.

Mr. Moody stated two appointments made at the last meeting need to be changed as listed below:

The appointment from Meridian Behavioral Healthcare needs to be moved from Comm. Bell to Comm. Drew. The Rural Conservation and Development needs to be moved from Comm. Drew to Comm. Bell.

Comm. Bell made a motion to change the appointments as stated above. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

B. Agreement betweenLevyCountyand Davis, Monk & Company and Carr, Riggs & Ingram, LLC.

C. Amended Agreement betweenLevyCountyand Carr, Riggs & Ingram, LLC.

Mr. Moody requested Board approval of Novation of Agreement by Substitution of New Party for Discharged Party and an Amendment to Agreement betweenLevyCountyand Davis, Monk & Company and Carr, Riggs & Ingram, LLC.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve both the Novation of Agreement by Substitution of New Party for Discharged Party and an Amendment to Agreement as presented. Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.

D. Resolution 2010-71 to Provide for the Appointment of a Director and an Alternate to the Board of Directors for theNorth FloridaBroadband.

Mr. Moody requested Board approval of Resolution 2010-71 to Provide for the Appointment of a Director and an Alternate to the Board of Directors for the North Florida Broadband and read the Resolution title into record.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve Resolution 2010-71 as presented. Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.

E. Appointment of a 2^nd Commissioner to the SmallCountyCoalition Board of Directors.

Mr. Moody requested appointment of a second Commissioner to the Small County Coalition Board of Directors.

Comm. Bell made a motion to appoint Comm. Drew to the Small County Coalition Board of Directors. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

Mr. Moody stated a workshop had been set with the consultants on the Assessments on January 18^th at 1:00 P.M.

ASSISTANT TO THE COUNTY COORDINATOR

Dick Tummond

A. Williams Communication Service Agreement.

Mr. Tummond requested Board approval of the Williams Communication Service Agreement. He stated there are two changes in the contract as originally presented. In Section (1.)( e.) concerning replacement of radios in the event of the unavailability of parts has been deleted. The other change is regarding the response time on dispatch equipment to be increased from one hour to two hours to respond. The contract amount remains the same at $41,138.16 for covering 329 radios and $13,010.40 for covering dispatch equipment for a total amount of $54,148.56 for one year, which is payable in two six-month payments.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the Williams Communication Service Agreement as presented. Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.

SHIP/WATER

Dick Tummond

A. Satisfaction of Mortgage.

Mr. Tummond requested Board approval of a Satisfaction of Mortgage for Ann Santagata in the amount of $8,332 in Rehabilitation Assistance.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the Satisfaction of Mortgage as presented. Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.

B. Deferred Payment Loans.

Mr. Tummond requested Board approval of the following Deferred Payment Loans:

Cody Cross/Audra Smith $18,600

Gail Musolino $ 8,840

Russell S. and Jessica F. Grimes $15,283

Comm. Bell made a motion to approve the Deferred Payment Loans as presented. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT

Mark Johnson, Director

A. Annual Agreement betweenLevyCountyEmergency Management andWithlacoocheeRegional Planning Council.

Mr. Johnson requested Board approval of the Annual Agreement between Levy County Emergency Management and Withlacoochee Regional Planning Council.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the Annual Agreement between Levy County Emergency Management and Withlacoochee Regional Planning Council as presented. Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.

B. Request permission to purchase a new Portable Radiation Detection Monitoring System for the Levy County Radiological Emergency Planning Program.

Mr. Johnson requested Board approval to purchase a new Portable Radiation Detection Monitoring System for the Levy County Radiological Emergency Planning Program. The price of this piece of equipment will be $12,195 and has been appropriated by Progress Energy in roll-over funds.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the purchase of the new Portable Radiation Detection Monitoring System as presented. Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.

C. Request to purchase a new Radiological Emergency Response vehicle.

Mr. Johnson requested Board approval to purchase a new Radiological Emergency Response vehicle with Progress Energy funds and has been approved by Progress Energy and presented the following quotes to the Board members:

Stingray Chevrolet inPlant City $31,858.00

Scoggins Chevrolet in Chiefland $31,962.89

White Ford in Chiefland $32,117.10

Comm. Bell made a motion to approve the purchase from Scoggins Chevrolet, in order to do business within the County. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

LIBRARY

Lisa Brasher, Director

A. Request approval to appoint Virginia Meisenheimer and David Kendall to the Putnam Alachua Levy Library Cooperation Board for a period of 2 years.

Ms. Brasher requested Board approval to appoint Virginia Meisenheimer and David Kendall to the Putnam Alachua Levy Library Cooperation Board for a period of two years.

Comm. Stevens stated he is in favor of staggering Board appointments to prevent losing senior representation. Comm. Stevens asked Ms. Brasher to have the members discuss who will be a three-year appointment member and who will be a two-year appointment member and bring back to the next Board meeting.

ROAD DEPARTMENT

Bruce Greenlee, Administrative Superintendent

A. Request to pursue right-of-way for NE 144^th Ave.

Mr. Greenlee requested Board approval to pursue right-of-way for NE 144^th Ave.

Comm. Bell made a motion to approve pursuing the right-of-way for NE 144^th Ave. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

B. Request permission to purchase three dump trucks.

Mr. Greenlee requested Board approval to purchase three dump trucks through the Florida Sheriff’s Association bid with trade-in of old trucks from Nextran Truck Center in Lake City in the amount of $325,302.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the purchase of three dump trucks as presented. Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.

ATTORNEY’S REPORT

Anne Bast Brown,CountyAttorney

A. Approval of Satisfactions of Judgement for James Young, Jr. in settlement of outstanding liens for fees for incarceration ($50 per day jail fees), in order to clear title to the property subject to the liens, and direction to hold Satisfactions without recording until settlement payment of $1,256.34 clears.

Atty. Brown requested Board approval of Satisfactions of Judgement for James Young, Jr. in the amount of $500 and $1,000 for two Judgements from May, 2005 and June, 2007. Atty. Brown stated there was a local attorney who negotiated the amount of $1,256.34 with her, which is 60% of the original Judgement amount and interest.

Comm. Bell made a motion to approve the Satisfactions of Judgement for James Young, Jr. as presented. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS

Comm. Drew announced after the next Board meeting, there will be a small Christmas reception in the Board office.

Comm. Bell reported on meeting he attended with Rusty Skinner and the CLM Workforce Connection. He stated there had been a deficit of private sector business representation and asked if the other Commissioners knew of any private sector business people in their district as well as one organized labor representative willing to serve on this board.

Comm. Stevens reminded everyone today is Pearl Harbor Day’s 69^th Anniversary.

He stated Ms. Pra could come in Friday around noon, but asked the other Board members if they would like to have her come back to the next Board meeting to have a chance to meet everyone. This was agreed on by the Board members present.

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 11:52 A.M.

ATTEST: BOARD OFCOUNTYCOMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY,FL

____________________________________ ____________________________________

Clerk of Court, Danny J. Shipp Chairman, Danny Stevens

1. Ex-Parte Communication Comm. Stevens

2. Ex-Parte Communication Comm. Drew

BOCC Regular Meeting – November 16, 2010

July 24, 2012 by SuperAdmin

REGULAR MEETING

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

NOVEMBER 16, 2010

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on November 16, 2010, at 9:00 AM in the Levy County Board ofCountyCommissionersmeeting room, with the following Commissioners present:

Chairman Danny Stevens

Vice ChairmanChadJohnson

Comm. Marsha Drew

Comm. Ryan Bell

Also present were:

Clerk of Court – Danny J. Shipp

CountyAttorney– Anne Bast Brown

CountyCoordinator– Fred Moody

Assistant to theCountyCoordinator– Dick Tummond

SWEARING IN OF NEW COMMISSIONERS

At 8:45 A.M. Honorable Judge James T. Browning swore in newly electedCountyCommissioners, Ryan Bell and Chad Johnson.

Vice-Chairman Stevens called the meeting to order at 9:02 AM. Bruce Greenlee gave the invocation, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.

SELECTION OF CHAIR AND VICE-CHAIR

Comm. Drew made a motion to elect Comm. Stevens as Chairman for the rest of this year and through next year. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

Comm. RyanBellmade a motion to elect Comm. Johnson as Vice-Chairman. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

EXPENDITURES

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve the following expenditures presented for payment. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

CHECK NUMBER	103072-103211
FUND	AMOUNT
GENERAL REVENUE	260,439.36
ROAD	60,321.84
COURT TECH/CRIM PREV	79.45
TRANSPORTATION	2,190.19
COURT FACILITIES	48,025.00
PROGRESS ENERGY	227.68
EMS	160,076.33
FIRE	37,262.98
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT	9,250.04
UTILITIES	1,513.49
ADD COURT COSTS	439.90
CAPITAL PROJECTS	2,795.34
LANDFILL	16,763.66
TOTAL	$ 599,385.26

MINUTES

The following minutes were presented to the Board for approval:

September 30, 2010 October 5, 2010

October 19, 2010 November 2, 2010

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the minutes for September 30^th, October 5^th, October 19^th, and November 2^nd, 2010 with corrections as presented. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

VETERANS AFFAIRS

Robert Lowyns, Veterans Affairs

A. Request approval of Proclamation of 2010-64 recognizing Sgt. Karl Andrew Campbell for services to this Country and toLevyCountyand all its citizens.

Mr. Lowyns requested Board approval of Proclamation 2010-64 recognizing Sgt. Karl Andrew Campbell and read the Proclamation into public record.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve Proclamation 2010-64 as presented. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

BETTY BERGER

Betty Berger

A. Consider information regarding Progress Energy.

Ms. Berger expressed her concerns to the Board regarding the two nuclear power plants Progress Energy plans to construct inLevyCounty. She asked the Board to consider sending a letter to the Board of Trustees of the Internal Improvement Fund to deny PEF a permit to build the nuclear power plants.

Norman Hopkins explained how the accumulation of tritium, a radioactive by product of a nuclear power plant can affect groundwater supplies and cause cancer. Mr. Hopkins gave information on an alternative, less expensive renewable energy source called Renewable Electrolysis.

Comm. Stevens stated the Board would take the information presented under advisement.

MARVIN DUNN – ROSEWOOD ARTIFACTS

Marvin Dunn

A. Request help with artifacts found on Rosewood property.

Dr. Marvin Dunn, a retired professor fromFloridaInternationalUniversityinMiamispoke to the Board requesting financial help with artifacts found on Rosewood property.

He brought with him a few artifacts found at Rosewood for the Board members to view.

Dr. Dunn requested $5,000 from the Board to help with the cost of digging. The fee will go to the archeologist. Dr. Dunn stated he would like to establish a historical park in Rosewood for history of LevyCountyas well as Rosewood. On January 2^nd, 2011 from 2:00 P.M. to 4:00 P.M. he will be holding an event at his property in Rosewood by invitation and invited the Board to attend. Senator Tony Hill will give the keynote address.

Comm. Drew and Comm. Johnson advised Dr. Dunn of budget cuts already made within the County and stated they would not able to help him financially at this time.

Comm. Stevens stated he is not in favor of puttingLevyCountyemployees and equipment in a position of liability. If this site is, in fact of historical significance, professionals would be needed instead of locals getting in the way or disturbing historical artifacts.

Comm. Bell made a motion to deny funding at this time. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

PUBLIC COMMENTS

Lizzie Robinson Jenkins, Executive Director of the Real Rosewood Foundation spoke to the Board regarding an event planned on April 16, 2011 called the First Annual Return to Rosewood Celebration and brought a press release for the Board members. The event is free to the public. She also gave information on an Autism 5K/1 mile run/walk to be held the same day.

Mrs. Jenkins does not encourage anyone disturbing and misrepresenting the history of Rosewood.

Toni Collins requested the Board to deny any digs on property in Rosewood as requested by Mr. Dunn and pointed out there had already been public grants awarded for this.

LEVY COUNTY CONSTITUTIONAL & COURT FACILITY COMMITTEE

Linda Fugate,LevyCountyTax Collector

A. Notification of oldBronsonHigh Schoolbuilding available for purchase. Request Board direction.

Mrs. Fugate brought to the Board’s attention the oldBronsonHigh Schoolbuilding located behind the Courthouse is available for purchase and asked them to research and consider at a later date to either accept or eliminate this as a possible purchase.

The Commissioners agreed to research and consider the purchase, then address the issue at a later date.

LEVY COUNTY TAX COLLECTOR

Linda Fugate,LevyCountyTax Collector

A. Request approval of Resolution 2010-67 instructing the Tax Collector not to mail tax notices for amount of taxes less than $5.00 and instructing the Property Appraiser not to extend taxes on any parcel for which the amount is less than $5.00.

Mrs. Fugate requested Board approval of Resolution 2010-67 allowing the Tax Collector to not mail tax notices for taxes owed less than $5.00.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve Resolution 2010-67 as presented. Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES. Comm. Johnson votes NO.

CLERK OF COURT

Danny J. Shipp, Clerk of Court

A. Resolution Amending the Final 2009/2010 Budget.

Sheila Rees requested Board approval of Resolution 2010-68, amending the final 2009/2010 budget. Mrs. Rees stated there were seven different funds affected in the amendment and there is an overall decrease of budget of $1,184,294. The final budget figure is $60,394,959.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve Resolution 2010-68 as presented. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

DEPARTMENT REPORTS

COUNTY COORDINATOR

Fred Moody

A. Proposed correction to the 2010 Holiday Schedule.

Mr. Moody requested approval of a proposed correction to the 2010 Holiday Schedule. He asked if the two days given for Christmas could match the court schedule for days closed, Friday and Monday. Currently, Christmas is scheduled to be observed on Thursday and Friday for all county employees. The court calendar will be observing Friday and Monday, meaning there would be need to be court personnel and Security staff at work when the rest of the employees in the courthouse would be off.

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve the days observed for Christmas of Friday the 24^th and Monday the 27^th for all County employees. Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.

B. Recommend promotion of Robert E. Lowyns to Veterans Service Office Director.

Mr. Moody requested promotion of Robert E. Lowyns to Veterans Service Office Director.

Comm. Johnson made a motion to promote Robert E. Lowyns to Veterans Service Office Director as recommended. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

Mr. Moody pointed out to the Board members the positions Comm. Rooks and Comm. Bell were on and stated the Board may want to re-appoint members.

Comm. Johnson asked if there were any meetings either of the members served on coming up soon.

Comm. Bell made a motion to appoint Comm. Johnson to the North Florida Broadband Authority. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

Comm. Bell made a motion to appoint Comm. Drew to be the alternate member for the North Florida Broadband Authority. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

Atty. Brown stated she would prepare a Resolution with the Commissioners names filled in to be presented at the next Board meeting for signatures.

Mr. Moody stated Comm. Bell was on the following committees:

Meridian Behavioral Healthcare

Pure Water Wilderness

LevyCountyTransportationDisadvantaged

SuwanneeRiverResource Conservation and Development

WithlacoocheeRegional Planning Council

FloridaAssociation of Counties Foundation

Constitutional Court Facilities Committee – (Chairman must serve unless otherwise designated by the

Board).

Comm. Rooks was on the following committees:

North FloridaBroadband

CLM Workforce

CountyCoalitionBoard of Directors

Tourist Development Council

FloridaAssociation of Counties

Renate Cannon added there is a Transportation Disadvantaged Committee meeting this Thursday at 1:00 P.M. Desiree Painter stated the Board Chairman is required to serve on this Committee. An alternate was not named at this time.

CORRESPONDENCE

Heather Lombardo

A. Funding Agreement for the Provision of Mental Health and Addiction Services.

Mrs. Lombardo requested Board approval of the Funding Agreement for the Provision of Mental Health and Addiction Services.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the Funding Agreement for the Provision of Mental Health and Addiction Services as presented. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

B. Appointments to theWithlacoocheeRegional Planning Council.

Mrs. Lombardo stated Comm. Bell was serving on this Council and Comm. Stevens was currently serving.

Comm. Drew made a motion to appoint Comm. Ryan Bell to the Withlacoochee Regional Planning Council. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

LIBRARY

Lisa Brasher, Director

A. Request approval of 2010-2011 Annual Plan of Service.

Ms. Brasher requested Board approval of the 2010-2011 Annual Plan of Service.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the 2010-2011 Annual Plan of Service. Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.

ROAD DEPARTMENT

Bruce Greenlee, Administrative Superintendent

A. Request permission to purchase dump trucks for Road Department.

Mr. Greenlee requested Board approval to seek the purchase of three new dump trucks for the Road Department. He stated the money to purchase the trucks is in their budget and they could be purchased through the Florida Sheriff’s Association State Contract for around $130,900 each. Mr. Greenlee stated he would like to purchase these trucks through a lease purchase agreement.

Comm. Johnson made a motion to grant the purchase of new dump trucks as presented through the lease purchase agreement. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

B. Request permission to accept Small County Road Assistance Program (SCRAP) grant for the resurfacing of C318 from US 27 to NE 220 Ave.

Mr. Greenlee requested Board approval to accept the Small County Road Assistance Program (SCRAP) Grant for the resurfacing of C318 from US 27 to NE 220 Ave.

Atty. Brown states the motion needs to include the approval of the Resolution and the Addendum to the County Engineers Contract.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve Resolution 2010-65 accepting the Small County Road Assistance Program Grant and the Addendum to the County Engineers Contract. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

C. Request permission to accept Notice of Compliance for NW 27 Place.

Mr. Greenlee requested Board approval to accept Notice of Compliance for NW 27^th Place.

Comm. Johnson made a motion to accept the Notice of Compliance for NW 27^th Place as presented. Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.

D. Resolution 2010-66 to schedule a public hearing on Tuesday, December 21, 2010 at 9:00 A.M. for the closure of a portion of road right-of-way located in Gleason’sTrailerVillage, as requested by petitioners Jack and Elizabeth Foley.

Mr. Greenlee requested Board approval of Resolution 2010-66 to schedule a public hearing on Tuesday, December 21, 2010 at 9:00 A.M. for the closure of a portion of road right-of-way located in Gleason’sTrailerVillage, as requested by petitioners Jack and Elizabeth Foley.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve Resolution 2010-66 as presented. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

SHIP/WATER

Dick Tummond

A. Deferred Payment Loan.

Mr. Tummond requested approval of a Deferred Payment Loan agreement for Robert and Angela Barnhill in the amount of $17,748.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the Deferred Payment Loan Agreement as presented. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

B. Request permission to award bid for Manatee Utilities Chlorine Monitoring.

Mr. Tummond requested Board permission to award the bid for Manatee Utilities Chlorine Monitoring to Florida Civil Construction, Inc. in the amount of $13,700 and authorize the Chairman to sign.

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve the bid for Manatee Utilities chlorine monitoring to Florida Civil Construction, Inc. in the amount of $13,700 and authorized the Chairman to sign. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

COUNTY ATTORNEY

NON AGENDA ITEM

Atty. Brown requested Board approval to hear a non-agenda item.

Comm. Drew made a motion to hear a non-agenda item. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

Atty. Brown presented information regarding the Bonds for the Chiefland hospital and going forward with them.

Atty. Brown made a recommendation to approve the resolution

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve Resolution 2010-69 as presented. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

Atty. Brown asked the Board for direction on how to recoup Attorney fees regarding issuance of the bonds. She stated her estimated cost would be around $2,000 to $3,000 and she would have about 100 hours involved.

Comm. Drew made a motion to charge actual Attorney costs up to $25,000.

After discussion, Comm. Drew rescinds her motion.

Comm. Johnson made a motion to set the Attorney Administration fee at $2,500 and set the Attorney fees at $22,000.

The motion dies for lack of a second.

Comm. Bell made a motion to charge for the Attorney Administration fee at $2,500 and charge for the Attorney fees at $15,000. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

Atty. Brown stated if costs were to exceed this amount, the Board could request additional funds at a later date.

Atty. Brown requests the Board to authorize the Chairperson or Mr. Moody to sign any documents necessary to return our allocation to the State if the Board is presented with a letter from the Hospital indicating they are not moving forward with the Bond issue.

Comm. Johnson made a motion to authorize the Chairperson to sign any documents necessary to return our allocation to the State if the Board is presented with a letter from the Hospital indicating they are not moving forward with the Bond issue. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS

Comm. Johnson asks about next meeting and doing appointments at the next Board meeting on December 7^th as he has a conflict with his schedule and will not be able to attend. He asked if any of the appointments could be made today.

Mr. Moody stated the meeting for GSG has been rescheduled for January 18^th at 1:00 P.M.

Comm. Johnson states he will be leaving this evening to attend the Florida Association of Counties Legislative Conference and asked for nomination to the Small County Coalition, the Florida Association of Counties and the Florida Association of Counties Foundation.

Comm. Bell made a motion to appoint Comm. Johnson to the Florida Association of Counties, the Florida Association of Counties Foundation and the Small County Coalition. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

Comm. Drew stated she was interested in appointment to the Pure Water Wilderness, the Energy and Alternative Power Committee, Suwannee River Resource Conservation and Development Committee.

Comm. Johnson made a motion to appoint Comm. Drew to the Committees as requested. Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.

Comm. Bell stated he was interested in appointment to the Citrus, Levy, Marion Workforce. He was interested in Tourist Development Council, but this requires the Chairman to be appointed.

Comm. Johnson made a motion to appoint Comm. Bell to the Citrus, Levy, Marion Workforce as requested. Second was made by Comm. Drew.

Comm. Bell stated he would also take the appointment to Meridian Behavioral Healthcare.

Comm. Johnson amended his motion to include appointment of Comm. Bell to Meridian Behavioral Healthcare. Second was also amended by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

Mrs. Fugate returned to the podium to give information on accounts less than $5. She stated there were nine tangible accounts and there were 79 regular accounts totaling less than $285.

Comm. Drew invited everyone to attend the Yankeetown Seafood Festival is this weekend, November 20^th and 21^st from 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. onRiverside Drive.

Comm. Drew stated the Lions Club will be doing a “Toy Drive” for South Levy children. Drop-off boxes are located at the Food Ranch, Town Hall, the Lions Club and other businesses. Santa will be at the Lions Club on December 11^th. Comm. Drew then welcomed the newly elected Commissioners.

Comm. Bell stated there is a “Toy Drive” in Cedar Key at the Chamber of Commerce newWelcomeCenter.

Atty. Brown announced there is a Seminar on Sunshine Laws, Public Records and Ethics in Tallahasseeon February 18^th. She also welcomed the new commissioners.

Mr. Moody mentioned there will be a Food Bank meeting Thursday and asked if Comm. Stevens could attend.

Comm. Stevens stated theTri-CountyPregnancyCenteris taking donations for Christmas trees for needy families in the area. He wished a Happy Thanksgiving to everyone.

It was announced there will be a Yard Sale this Saturday to benefit Project Hope in Williston.

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 11:56 A.M.

ATTEST: BOARD OFCOUNTYCOMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY,FL

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Clerk of Court, Danny J. Shipp Chairperson, Danny Stevens

BOCC Regular Meeting – November 2, 2010

July 24, 2012 by SuperAdmin

REGULAR MEETING

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

NOVEMBER 2, 2010

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on November 2, 2010, at 9:00 AM in the Levy County Board ofCountyCommissionersmeeting room, with the following Commissioners present:

Chairperson Nancy Bell

Vice Chairperson Danny Stevens

Comm. Marsha Drew

Comm. Lilly Rooks

Comm.ChadJohnson

Also present were:

CountyAttorney– Anne Bast Brown

CountyCoordinator– Fred Moody

Assistant to theCountyCoordinator– Dick Tummond

Chairperson Bell called the meeting to order at 9:01 AM. Comm. Bell gave the invocation, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.

EXPENDITURES

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the following expenditures presented for payment. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

CHECK NUMBER	102934-103071
FUND	AMOUNT
GENERAL REVENUE	1,306,065.27
ROAD	49,986.24
SHIP	150.00
COURT TECH/CRIM PREV	18,925.48
TRANSPORTATION	5,294.23
911	16,250.00
PROGRESS ENERGY	803.94
EMS	26,972.78
FIRE	95,096.09
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT	8,648.17
UTILITIES	1,520.37
DRUG TASK FORCE	5,134.20
ADD COURT COSTS	1,919.16
LANDFILL	150,159.28
TOTAL	$ 1,686,925.21

CDBG – 2010 APPLICATION CYCLE – PUBLIC HEARING

A. 2^nd Public Hearing for the Fiscal Year 2010 CDBG application cycle.

B. Request approval from the Board to submit an application for the Fiscal Year 2010 CDBG application cycle in the Housing Rehabilitation category.

Comm. Bell announced the public meeting was open. Mr. Blount stated the purpose of this public hearing is to hold a second public hearing in the application cycle for the 2010 CDBG.

Mr. Blount stated at the previous public hearing the Board directed Jordan and Associates to complete the application for housing rehabilitation in the amount of $750,000 to rehabilitate homes of low to moderate income citizens within the county to bring their homes up to State and local building codes. The areas the money will be spent in are: administration, housing and rehabilitation, demolition and replacement, and temporary relocation. The deadline to submit the application is November 17^th. The County’s goal is to rehabilitate a minimum of 10 low to moderate income homes, with the hopes of completing more if funds are available

Comm. Bell asked if there was anyone who wished to speak for or against the CDBG application.

Renate Cannon asked for clarification of administrative costs. Mr. Blount explained the administration budget is $112,500, not to exceed 15% of the total grant amount, which covers the operation of the housing project. This is set by the Department of Community Affairs.

Comm. Bell closed the public hearing

Comm. Stevens made a motion to direct Jordan and Associates to submit the application as presented by Mr. Armstrong for the 2010 CDBG cycle in the housing rehabilitation category. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

COMMISSIONER LILLY ROOKS

A. Certificate of Appreciation for Cedar Key Aquaculture Association. – TABLED –

NON AGENDA ITEM

Comm. Bell requested to hear a non agenda item.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to hear a non-agenda item. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

Bobby Cahill from the Division of Forestry, representing the Commissioner of Agriculture, Charles Bronson presented a check to the Board from the gross receipts fromGoetheStateForestin the amount of $57,708.60.

EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT

Mark Johnson, Director

A. Request to donate the mobile military kitchen to the Disabled American Veterans Tri-County Chapter #63.

Mr. Johnson requested approval from the Board to donate the mobile military kitchen to the Disabled American Veterans Tri-County Chapter #63.

Comm. Rooks made a motion to donate the mobile military kitchen to the Disabled American Veterans Tri-County Chapter #63 as presented. Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

Commander John Heinrich then presented a certificate of honorary membership from the DAV to Mark Johnson.

VETERANS

Bill Verville, Commander

A. Request approval of Proclamation 2010-63, recognizing Veterans Appreciation Week, November 7-13, 2010.

Commander Bill Verville requested Board approval of Proclamation 2010-63, recognizing Veterans Appreciation Week, November 7-13, 2010.

Comm. Bell read Proclamation 2010-63 into public record.

Comm. Rooks made a motion to approve Proclamation 2010-63 as presented. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

LEVY COUNTY VISITORS BUREAU

Carol McQueen

A. Notification ofVisitFloridaBeachWalk.

Mrs. McQueen spoke of the Visit Florida Beach Walk scheduled to take place this Saturday, November 6th, from sunrise until 11:00 A.M and invited everyone to come out and walk along the beaches inLevyCounty. The purpose of the walk is to promote tourism by letting everyone knowFlorida’s beaches are clean and it’s ok to eat the seafood.

Pat O’Neal spoke regarding activities to take place in Cedar Key. Registration can be done at theCityParkbeginning at 8:30 A.M.

LEVY COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE

Major Mike Sheffield

A. Request approval to replace hot water boiler at the Levy County Jail.

Major Sheffield requested approval to replace the hot water boiler which heats the Jail and the old part of the Sheriff’s Administrative building. It has recently been tested for the winter and was not working. The contractor, W.W. Gay had done an evaluation and recommended it be replaced. Major Sheffield then presented the following bids for Board to review:

Brooks Air Systems $37,600

S.I. Goldman Company, Inc. $46,050

W.W. Gay, #1 $27,580

W.W. Gay, #2 $37,289

Comm. Stevens to accept the bid from W.W. Gay to replace the existing unit with a new Weil McClain unit including a one year installation warranty and get a written response verifying the proposal includes everything. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

It was discussed to make contact with W.W. Gay today regarding the warranty and proposal details. If a response has not come by Friday, an emergency meeting could be called to make a decision.

DEPARTMENT REPORTS

ROAD DEPARTMENT

Bruce Greenlee, Administrative Superintendent

A. Request to add the following roads to the paving list for resurfacing:

LCR 494 (NW 92 Ct.) from SR 320 to NW 110 Street. (Chiefland G & CC)

LCR 181 (NE 101 Ct.) from SR 27 to NE 74 Place. (BronsonHeights)

LCR 183 (NE 105 Ave.) from SR 24 to NE 100 Street. (University Oaks)

LCR 194 (NE 109St.) from SR 24 to NE 105 Avenue. (University Oaks)

LCR 101 (NE 77 Ave.) from SR 24 to end of pavement. (Wekiva Grade)

Request to add the following roads to the paving list for paving:

LCR 108 (NE 170 Ave.) from Alt 27 to SR 121.

Mr. Greenlee requested Board approval to add the above listed roads to the paving list for resurfacing and for paving.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve adding the roads listed above to the paving list as requested by Mr. Greenlee. Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

B. Presentation of bid awards for CR 207.

Mr. Mills stated the FDOT funding for this construction project is $1.97 million and then presented the following bids for CR 207:

Anderson Columbia, Inc. $1,510,157.72

APAC Southeast, Inc. $1,484,773.16

John C. Hipp Construction Equip. Co. $1,425,988.00

V.E. Whitehurst & Sons, Inc. $1,318,582.28

Mr. Mills recommended awarding the contract to V.E. Whitehurst and allow the Board Chairperson to sign the contract.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to accept and award the bid for CR 207 to V.E. Whitehurst & Sons, Inc. and to allow the Chairperson to sign the contract. Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

SHIP/WATER

Lenore Jones

A. Request approval of Resolution 2010-58 amending the Levy County State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) Local Housing Assistance Plan covering State Fiscal Years 2007/2008, 2008/2009, and 2009/2010.

B. Request approval of Resolution 2010-59 amending the Levy County State Housing Assistance Plan covering State Fiscal Years 2010/2011, 2011/2012, and 2012/2013.

Ms. Jones requested approval of Resolution 2010-58 and 2010-59 amending the Levy County State Housing Initiatives Partnership and the Levy County State Housing Assistance Plan as presented.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve Resolution 2010-58 and 2010-59 as presented. Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

COUNTY COORDINATOR

Fred Moody,CountyCoordinator

A. Proposed holiday schedule for 2011.

Mr. Moody presented the 2011 proposed holiday schedule for Board approval.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the proposed holiday schedule for 2011 as presented. Second was made by Comm. Rooks and the MOTION CARRIES.

B. EMS, Fire Protection, Road Maintenance and Solid Waste Assessment Programs.

Mr. Moody requested approval of theEMS, Fire Protection, Road Maintenance and Solid Waste Assessment Programs.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve theEMS, Fire Protection, Road Maintenance and Solid Waste Assessment Programs as presented. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

CORRESPONDENCE

Heather Lombardo

A. Request to approve appointment of Curt Bromund to fill theLevyCountyposition of Well Florida Board of Directors.

Mrs. Lombardo requested Board approval to appoint Curt Bromund to fill theLevyCountyposition on the Well Florida Board of Directors.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to appoint Curt Bromund to fill the Levy County Position on the Well Florida Board of Directors as presented. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT

Mark Johnson, Director

A. Request approval of agreement between Levy Emergency Management and Withlacoochee Regional Planning Council.

Mr. Johnson requested approval of the agreement between Levy Emergency Management and Withlacoochee Regional Planning Council. The agreement amount is $1,624.00.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the agreement between Levy Emergency Management and Withlacoochee Regional Planning Council as presented. Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

B. Request to accept the State and Federally funded Subgrant Agreement, Emergency Management Preparedness Assistance (EMPA) Grant.

Mr. Johnson requested Board approval of the State and Federally funded Subgrant Agreement, Emergency Management Preparedness Assistance (EMPA) Grant in the amount of $77,043.00.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to accept the State and Federally funded Subgrant Agreement, Emergency Management Preparedness Assistance (EMPA) Grant as presented. Second was made by Comm. Rooks and the MOTION CARRIES.

COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS

Comm. Johnson thanked everyone who helped with the Levy County Educational Foundational Beast Feast and also thanked Bronson and CAAA for their weekend festivities.

Comm. Drew let everyone know about the Yankeetown Seafood Festival coming up on November 20^th and 21^st from 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. on Riverside Drive. It is the 30^th year for the Inglis, Yankeetown Lion’s Club to sponsor the event.

Comm. Rooks reminded everyone to go vote today.

Comm. Bell reminded everyone to go vote today and let everyone know about the first annual Veteran’s Day Parade to take place on November 13th.

Mr. Tummond reminded everyone of the Fair Housing Workshop today at 1:00 P.M.

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 10:02 A.M.

ATTEST: BOARD OFCOUNTYCOMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY,FL

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Clerk of Court, Danny J. Shipp Vice-Chairman, Danny Stevens

BOCC Regular Meeting – October 19, 2010

July 24, 2012 by SuperAdmin

REGULAR MEETING

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

OCTOBER 19, 2010

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on October 19, 2010, at 9:00 AM in the Levy County Board ofCountyCommissionersmeeting room, with the following Commissioners present:

Chairperson Nancy Bell

Vice Chairperson Danny Stevens

Comm. Marsha Drew

Comm. Lilly Rooks

Comm.ChadJohnson

Also present were:

Clerk of Court – Danny J. Shipp

CountyAttorney– Anne Bast Brown

CountyCoordinator– Fred Moody

Assistant to theCountyCoordinator– Dick Tummond

Chairperson Bell called the meeting to order at 9:01 AM. Comm. Bell gave the invocation, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.

EXPENDITURES

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the following expenditures presented for payment. Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

CHECK NUMBER	102783-102933
FUND	AMOUNT
GENERAL REVENUE	534,481.91
ROAD	64,906.85
SHIP	10,226.31
COURT TECH/CRIM PREV	2,045.00
TRANSPORTATION	27,836.55
911	8.76
PROGRESS ENERGY	3,944.10
EMS	21,985.97
FIRE	29,130.10
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT	4,676.06
UTILITIES	1,564.08
DRUG TASK FORCE	600.00
COMMUNICATION	3,000.00
ADD COURT COSTS	2,801.39
LANDFILL	21,988.97
TOTAL	$ 729,196.05

VETERANS SERVICE OFFICE

Robert Lowyns

A. Presentation of Proclamation 2010 Honoring SPC James Anthony Page.

Mr. Lowyns from the Veterans Service Office spoke and asked Chairperson Bell to make the presentation.

Chairperson Bell read Proclamation 2010 honoring SPC James Anthony Page into record.

Comm. Rooks made a motion to accept Proclamation 2010 as presented. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

PUBLIC HEARING

Shenley Neely, Planning Director

A. Proposed Ordinance 2010-02 adopting an approved large scale future land use map amendment.

Atty. Brown swore in members of the audience wishing to speak for or against Proposed Ordinance 2010-02 or Proposed Ordinance 2010-03.

Comm. Bell asked if there were any ex-parte communications by the Board members. There were none.

Ms. Neely presented and read into record proposed Ordinance 2010-02, adopting an approved large scale future land use map amendment for Board approval.

Comm. Bell asked if there was anyone to speak for or against the proposed Ordinance. There were none.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve proposed Ordinance 2010-02 as presented. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

ZONING

Rob Corbitt, Director

A. Proposed Ordinance 2010-03 approving a rezoning of 10.58 acres from residential to moderately intensive commercial.

Mr. Corbitt stated with previously approved Ordinance for the large scale future land use map, he could now present proposed Ordinance 2010-03, approving the rezoning of 10.58 acres owned by William and Linda Grafton from residential to moderately intensive commercial to the Board for approval.

Comm. Bell asked if there was anyone to speak for or against. There were none.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve Ordinance 2010-03 as presented. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

LEVY COUNTY TAX COLLECTOR

Linda Fugate,LevyCountyTax Collector

A. Request to retain $125,000 of operating expenses.

Mrs. Fugate requested Board approval to retain $125,000 of the operating expense to allow the Tax Collector’s Office to operate without having to get a bank loan. The money will be returned back to the Board after the first Tax Distribution.

Comm. Rooks made a motion to approve the request to retain $125,000 as presented by the Tax Collector. Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

PUBLIC COMMENTS

Jack Schofield from the Town ofYankeetownstated he was the liaison for the seven parks in the town and thanked the Commissioners for their funding of playground equipment at the Town’s parks.

He then presented a flyer for an upcoming fundraising event taking place during the Yankeetown Seafood Festival, November 21^st at 12:00 P.M. called the “Withlacoochee Wubber Duck Wace.”

Mr. Schofield also mentioned on Friday, October 22, 2010 from 10:00 A.M to 1:00 P.M. at the Withlacoochee Gulf Preserve the Friends of the Withlacoochee Gulf Preserve, Inc. will host a presentation on how to fight mosquitoes with bat houses.

NON-AGENDA ITEM

Mr. Tummond requested permission to present a non-agenda item.

Comm. Drew made a motion to hear a non-agenda item. Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

Mr. Tummond presented information from a company called Amnisas who had recently contacted him regarding purchasing the two water systems owned by the Board and asked if this is the direction the Board would want to go.

After discussion, the Board decided by consensus to make a decision later after the two new Commissioners had a chance to speak with Mr. Moody and Mr. Tummond.

DEPARTMENT REPORTS

ASSISTANT TO THE COUNTY COORDINATOR

Dick Tummond

A. Williams Communication Service Agreement Contract. – TABLED –

SHIP/WATER

Lenore Jones

A. Satisfaction of Mortgages.

Ms. Jones requested Board approval of Satisfaction of Mortgage for Eloise Sims in the amount of $15,000 in Purchase Assistance and a Satisfaction of Mortgage for Cheryl A. Jones in the amount of $8,735 in Purchase Assistance.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve both of the Satisfaction of Mortgages as presented. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

Ms. Jones requested Board approval of Satisfaction of Mortgage for H. Stan Smith/Russell Rivenburg in the amount of $11,414.40 in Rehabilitation Assistance.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the Satisfaction of Mortgage as presented. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

B. Deferred Payment Loan.

Ms. Jones requested Board approval for the Deferred Payment Loan Agreement for Antonio Ortiz/Amparo Rivera in the amount of $10,200.

Comm. Rooks made a motion to approve the Deferred Payment Loan Agreement as presented. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

C. Proposed Resolution 2010-58 amending Local Housing Assistance Plan. – TABLED

D. Proposed Resolution 2010-59 amending Local Housing Assistance Plan. – TABLED

E. Request approval of annual reports submitted to Florida Housing Finance Corporation.

Ms. Jones requested Board approval of annual reports submitted to Florida Housing Finance Corporation.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the annual reports as presented. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

EMS

Trish Siebold, Director

A. Request renewal of Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity for the State ofFlorida.

Mrs. Siebold requested Board approval and signature of the Chairperson for the Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity for the State ofFlorida.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity as presented. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

ROAD DEPARTMENT

Bruce Greenlee, Administrative Superintendent

A. Request permission to auction dragline.

Mr. Greenlee requested Board approval to place the dragline from the rock pit up for bid or auction.

Comm. Johnson suggests selling it with a “reserve amount”. He explains this means the item has to sell at a certain amount or more, and if not, there would be no sale.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve placing the dragline up for bid or auction as requested by Mr. Greenlee. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

B. Resolution 2010-60 C316CountyIncentiveGrant.

Mr. Greenlee requested Board approval of Resolution 2010-60 to accept the C316 County Incentive Grant along with the Addendum to the Consulting Engineer Contract, which must accompany the Resolution.

Comm. Drew made a motion the approve Resolution 2010-60 and the accompanying Addendum as presented by Mr. Greenlee. Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

ATTORNEY’S REPORT

Atty. Anne Bast Brown,CountyAttorney

A. Approve Resolution 2010-61 designating a Recovery Zone pursuant to the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 and related provisions of the Internal Revenue Code.

Atty. Brown requested Board approval of Resolution 2010-61 designating a Recovery Zone pursuant to the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 and related provision of the Internal Revenue Code.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve Resolution 2010-61 as presented. Second was made by Comm. Rooks and the MOTION CARRIES.

B. Approve engagement letter with Nabors, Giblin & Nickerson, P.A., to provide legal services as bond counsel for Recovery Zone Facility Bonds for the proposedTri-CountyHospitalproject inChiefland,FL.

Atty. Brown requested Board approval of an engagement letter with Nabors, Giblin & Nickerson, P.A. to provide legal services as bond counsel for Recovery Zone Facility Bonds for the proposedTri-CountyHospitalproject inChiefland,Florida.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve an engagement letter with Nabors, Giblin & Nickerson, P.A. as presented. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

CDBG – 2010 APPLICATION CYCLE – PUBLIC HEARING

Dick Tummond

A. Conduct the 1^st Public Hearing for the FY 2010 CDBG application cycle.

Mr. Tummond requested Board authorization to allow Jordan and Associates to prepare the FY 2010 CDBG application for the County and brought Mr. Blount Armstrong, Vice President of Jordan and Associates to the podium. Mr. Armstrong stated he would be conducting a hearing and a Fair Housing Activity Workshop in connection with funding availability for the FY 2010 CDBG application cycle.

Mr. Armstrong requested the Board conduct the Public Hearing before considering authorization of Jordan and Associates to prepare the FY 2010 CDBG application for the County.

Comm. Bell announced the public hearing was opened. He stated the purpose of the public hearing is to make the public aware the County is eligible for up to $750,000 in Grant funding from the Community Development Block Grant. Mr. Armstrong explained the four areas of funding available for grants if the county qualified for them. In this funding cycle for 2010, 10% of the funds would go to commercial revitalization, 20% to economic development, 30% to housing rehabilitation, and 40% to neighborhood revitalization. It was a recommendation from Mr. McJordan of the Citizens Advisory Task Force to re-apply in the housing rehabilitation application.

Comm. Bell asked if anyone would like to speak regarding the information presented. There were none.

After answering questions from Commissioners the public hearing was closed by Comm. Bell upon Mr. Armstrong’s request.

B. Request Board of County Commissioners authorization to allow Jordan and Associates to prepare the FY 2010 CDBG application for the County.

C. Request Board of County Commissioners adoption of the Resolution for Signature Designee to make application.

Mr. Armstrong requested Board approval of Resolution 2010-62, authorizing the chief elected official to make application to the Florida CDBG for fiscal year 2010, to allow Jordan and Associates to prepare the FY 2010 CDBG application in the housing revitalization category and approve re-committing $125,000 in SHIP funds to use as leverage for scoring purposes.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve Resolution 2010-62, authorizing the chief elected official to make application to the Florida CDBG for fiscal year 2010, to allow Jordan and Associates to prepare the FY 2010 CDBG application and to approve re-committing $125,000 in SHIP funds to use as leverage for scoring purposes as requested by Mr. Armstrong. Second was made by Comm. Rooks and the MOTION CARRIES.

D. Conduct the Fair Housing Workshop for the general public and elected officials for the FY 2010 CDBG application cycle.

Mr. Armstrong conducted the Fair Housing Workshop for the general public and elected officials for the FY 2010 CDBG application cycle and read aloud for everyone an excerpt from Title 8 of the Civil Rights Act of 1968.

COMMISSIONER’S REPORTS

Comm. Johnson announced there are several students and faculty members from the county planning to attend the FFA national convention inIndianapolis. He stated Ms. Gore, a student from Chiefland will be in the talent contest and there are others up for State and National Awards. He asked everyone to keep them in their prayers.

Comm. Johnson stated the Commissioners will be serving clams with help from Aquaculture group from Cedar Key at the Levy County School Foundations Beast Feast on Oct 25^th, tickets are $25 each and the event starts at 5:30 P.M. The money collected provides scholarships for local students. Tickets are available at Perkins State Bank and Capital City Bank.

Comm. Drew asked everyone to wish Bruce Greenlee a Happy Birthday.

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 10:27 A.M.

ATTEST: BOARD OFCOUNTYCOMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY,FL

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Clerk of Court, Danny J. Shipp Vice-Chairman, Danny Stevens