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BOCC Regular Meeting – October 22, 2013

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LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

OCTOBER 22, 2013

 

 

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on October 22, 2013 at 9:00 AM in the Levy County Board of County Commissioners meeting room, with the following Commissioners present:

 

Chairman Ryan Bell

Comm. John Meeks

Comm. Mike Joyner

Comm. Danny Stevens

            Also present were:

County Attorney – Anne Bast Brown

County Coordinator – Fred Moody

 

 

Comm. Bell called the Meeting to order at 9:02 A.M.  Comm. Joyner 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. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

CHECK NUMBER

113246-113398
FUND

        AMOUNT
GENERAL REVENUE

236,389.15
ROAD

64,963.31
SHIP

252.97
PAL LIBRARY

23,585.22
TRANSPORTATION

36,687.99
COURT FACILITIES

249.90
PROGRESS ENERGY

634.79
EMS

58,425.78
FIRE

40,038.29
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT

9,388.03
CDBG

300.00
UTILITIES

1,713.49
DRUG TASK FORCE

450.00
COMMUNICATION

3,339.35
ADD COURT COSTS

1,941.78
CAPITAL PROJECTS

14,669.50
LANDFILL

74,602.76
TOTAL   $    567,632.31

 

 

MINUTES

 

The minutes for meetings of the Board of County Commissioners as listed below were presented to the Board for approval:

 

Regular Meeting           October 8, 2013                                  Regular Meeting           September 17, 2013

Public Hearing  September 16, 2013                             Special Meeting            September 30, 2013

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the Regular Board Meeting on October 8,2013, with changes.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the Public Hearing on September 16, 2013, the Regular Meeting on September 17, 2013 and the Special Meeting on September 30, 2013 as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

PUBLIC SAFETY

 

David Knowles, Director

  1. Request authorization for the Director to electronically sign for submission of the State Farm Safety Grant application.

 

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval for the Director to electronically sign for submission of the State Farm Safety Grant application in the amount of $10,779.89. Mr. Knowles stated this is a 100% grant with no match and will be used for dual vision vehicle cameras with monitoring and tracking capabilities.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve the Public Safety Director to electronically sign for submission of the State Farm Safety Grant application as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

  1. Request approval to purchase two (2) new Type III Ambulance units from Emergency Tactical Rescue Vehicles in Sanford, FL, manufactured by American Emergency Vehicles.

 

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval to purchase two (2) new Type III Ambulance units from Emergency Tactical Rescue Vehicles in Sanford, FL manufactured by American Emergency Vehicles using the Florida Sheriff’s Association Contract Bid for a total of $254,762.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve the purchase of two (2) new Type III Ambulances as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

  1. Requesting approval from the Board and the Chairman’s signature on the Government Entity Tower License Agreement between Pinnacle Towers LLC, and Levy County.

 

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval and the Chairman’s signature on the Government Entity Tower License Agreement between Pinnacle Towers LLC, and Levy County.  The agreement will allow Levy County to utilize the Crowne Castle tower facility in Chiefland.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve the Chairman’s signature on the Government Entity Tower License Agreement as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

PUBLIC COMMENTS

 

Ivan Chubb announced the 4th Annual Veterans Day Parade will be in Cedar Key November 11th at 11:00 A.M.  Parade line-up will start at 10:00 A.M.

 

 

UNITED STATES WAR DOG ASSOCIATION

 

Barbara Snow, Director

Recognition to honor “Honey” the Wonder Dog.  She is a medical service dog assigned to Michael Gaither.

 

Mrs. Snow made a presentation to the Board honoring all Hero dogs who help keep us safe, secure, free and provide assistance to Veterans with Post Traumatic Stress and to especially honor “Honey” who has received two (2) National awards.

 

Mrs. Snow also informed the Board a Volunteer Program is being implemented in schools to educate children about service dogs.

 

VETERAN OF FOREIGN WARS POST #5625

 

Mike Grimes, Commander

Request the approval of Proclamation 2013-53 recognizing Veterans Appreciation Week, November 10-16, 2013.

 

Mrs. Haines spoke to the Board on behalf of Mr. Grimes and requested approval of Proclamation 2013-53, recognizing Veterans Appreciation Week, November 10-16, 2013.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve Proclamation 2013-53 as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Mrs. Haines stated the VFW Post #5625 and its Auxiliaries asks all Levy County citizens to remember all our veterans who have bravely served our country and those men and women currently on active duty in service to our country.

 

 

LEVY COUNTY TAX COLLECTOR

 

Linda Fugate, Tax Collector

Request to retain $125,000 of Operating Expenses.

 

Mrs. Fugate requested Board approval to retain $125,000 of Operating Expenses until fees start to come in from yearly taxes.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the Tax Collector’s office to retain $125,000 of Operating Expenses as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

TOWN OF BRONSON

 

Kelli Brettel, Clerk

Request approval for three (3) Easements for the Town of Bronson’s commercial sewer expansion project.  Parcel numbers, 0329-00-000, 03304-00-000, 06568-00-000.

 

Ms. Brettel requested Board approval for three (3) Easements for the Town of Bronson’s commercial sewer expansion project.  The Town of Bronson has been given a USDA loan in the amount of $2.8 million for this project.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve the three (3) Easements for the Town of Bronson as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN AND FAMILIES

 

David Abramowitz, Northeast Regional Managing Director

Presentation regarding the closing of the DCF lobby in Chiefland effective March, 2014.

 

Mr. Abramowitz spoke to the Board informing them of the closing of the Florida Department of Children & Families’ walk-in lobby in Chiefland effective March, 2014.  DCF has established an ACCESS Community Partner network which is available to facilitate individual’s application for ACCESS benefits.  There will still be walk-in sites providing public computer.  The sites will be at churches, Workforce Connection and other facilities with volunteers available to assist individuals with applications.

 

 

FOREST PARK III PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC.

 

David Marshall, Vice President

Request to obtain road signs for private roads maintained by Forest Park III POA, Inc.

 

Mr. Marshall spoke to the Board on behalf of Forest Park, III Property Owners Association, Inc. requesting assistance with the cost of new road signs for the community.  They would also like to change the speed limit from 35 mph to 25 mph in the subdivision for safety.

 

Mr. Greenlee provided a quote for the cost of signs made by the Road Department in the amount of $1,619.55.

 

The Board agreed by consensus to provide signs for Forest Park III POA, Inc. at the county’s cost.

 

 

DEPARTMENT REPORTS

 

COUNTY COORDINATOR

 

Fred Moody

Update and direction on Aqui Property.

 

Mr. Moody provided an update to the Board on the Aqui property and to request direction regarding the possibility of purchasing the property.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to proceed with the acquisition of the Aqui property.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens upon the condition of all information regarding the purchase of the property undergo review of Atty. Brown.  The MOTION CARRIES.

 

Mr. Moody reminded everyone the Legislative Delegation will be next Tuesday, October 29th at 9:00 A.M. at the Dogan Cobb Municipal Building in Bronson.

 

 

CORRESPONDENCE

 

Satori Days

  1. Request approval to appoint Eileen Senecal to the WellFlorida Council in the consumer category to represent Levy County.

 

Ms. Days requested Board approval to appoint Eileen Senecal to the WellFlorida Council in the consumer category to represent Levy County.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to appoint Eileen Senecal to the WellFlorida Council as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

  1. On behalf of Catholic Charities Gainesville, requesting Board approval to sign a Certification of Local Government approval for Nonprofit Organizations regarding an Emergency Shelter Grant through the Department of Children and Families. – TABLED –

 

 

ROAD DEPARTMENT

 

Bruce Greenlee, Administrative Road Superintendent

Request permission to purchase three (3) trucks for the Road Department. – TABLED –

 

 

TOURIST DEVELOPMENT

 

Carol McQueen, Director

Request approval for Amendment to the agreement with Heliconia Press to produce a Kayak Fishing TV Show in Yankeetown that was passed on September 3, 2013.  Amendment will extend the production time for the TV Kayak Fishing Show to be produced.

 

Mrs. McQueen requested Board approval for Amendment to the Agreement with Heliconia Press to produce a Kayak Fishing TV Show in Yankeetown.  The Amendment will change the production date and distribution of the two (2) episodes.  Production of the two (2) episodes will take place between November 1, 2013 and May 31, 2014.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve the Amendment to the Agreement with Heleconia Press as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

 

COUNTY ATTORNEY

 

Anne Bast Brown

  1. Request approval of Resolution 2013-51 certifying that the County meets the criteria for reduction of Department of Environmental Protection and Water Management District fees.

 

Atty. Brown requested Board approval of Resolution 2013-51 allowing the reduction of permit processing fees with the Water Management Districts and the Department of Environmental Protection.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve Resolution 2013-51 as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

  1. Discussion and decision on Resolution 2013-52, establishing an agenda and public participation policy for meetings of the Board of County Commissioners.

 

Atty. Brown requested discussion by the Board and a decision on Resolution 2013-52, establishing an agenda and public participation policy for meetings of the Board of County Commissioners.

 

Comm. Stevens stated he would like to change the wording on Page 2, item number 6 from “the Chair of the Board having the final authority to determine the appropriate Board meeting agenda on which to place any proposed item” to read “the County Coordinator will have the final authority to determine the appropriate Board meeting agenda on which to place any proposed agenda item.  The other change is on Page 7, item s) adding the wording “or a majority of the Board” after “The Chair or Vice-Chair”.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve Resolution 2013-52 with the revisions as stated.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

  1. Discussion and direction regarding settlement of outstanding jail liens when presented to County Attorney.

 

Atty. Brown requested discussion and direction from the Board regarding settlement of outstanding jail liens when presented to County Attorney.

 

After discussion, Comm. Meeks made a motion to authorize Atty. Brown to bring no settlement offers for jail liens to the Board and to direct all requests for settlement of outstanding jail liens to the Board office for review before being placed on an agenda to present their request to the Board.  If approved by the Board, Atty. Brown would then prepare necessary documents to be recorded.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

  1. Discussion and decision regarding comments on the U.S. Department of the Treasury draft rules implementing the RESTORE Act (“Treasury Rules”) including authorizing County Attorney to submit a request for an extension to the deadline for comments on the Treasury rules and, if necessary, to submit comments based on comments from other counties and the Gulf Consortium.

 

Atty. Brown requested discussion ad a decision regarding comments on the U.S. Department of the Treasury draft rules implementing the RESTORE Act.  Atty. Brown also requested Board authorization for her to request an extension to the deadline for comments on the Treasury rules and, if necessary, to submit comments based on comments from other counties and the Gulf Consortium.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to grant authorization as requested by Atty. Brown.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS

 

Comm. Joyner reminded everyone of the three (3) events taking place this Saturday:

  1. LARC – Ride to Provide Event
  2. Morriston Baptist Church – Feed the Community Event
  3. Levy County Education Foundation – Beast Feast

 

Comm. Meeks reported the private business partner, Affinity accepted the North Florida Broadband contract.  Comm. Meeks also reported the BHS Homecoming parade will be at 6:00 P.M. on Thursday.  He invited everyone to come to the Homecoming football game on Friday night.

 

Comm. Bell

  1. Request appointment for a Value Adjustment Board alternate member from the Levy County Board of County Commissioners.

 

Comm. Bell requested the appointment of one of the Commissioners to serve as an alternate member to the Value Adjustment Board.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to appoint Comm. Meeks as an alternate member to the Value Adjustment Board for the Board of County Commissioners.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Comm. Bell stated there is a VAB meeting scheduled for Wednesday, October 23, 2013 at 8:30 A.M.

 

  1. Request the approval for the Value Adjustment Board Business Representative selected by the School Board of Levy County.

 

Comm. Bell requested Board approval of Natalie Thomas, the Business Representative selected by the School Board of Levy County.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve Natalie Thomas to the Value Adjustment Board as Business Representative.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Comm. Bell reminded the Commissioners the special presentation on Sunshine Laws, Public Records and Ethics Issues start at 1:00 P.M. today and will be presented by Atty. Brown.

 

 

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 11:12 A.M.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                             BOARD OFCOUNTYCOMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY,FL

 

 

____________________________________                                    ____________________________________

Clerk of Court, Danny J. Shipp                                                                 Chairman, Ryan Bell

 

BOCC Special Meeting – October 15, 2013

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SPECIAL MEETING

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

OCTOBER 15, 2013

 

 

The Special Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on October 15, 2013 at 9:00 AM in the Levy County Board of County Commissioners meeting room, with the following Commissioners present:

 

Chairman Ryan Bell

Comm. John Meeks

Comm. Mike Joyner

Comm. Danny Stevens

Comm. Chad Johnson

            Also present were:

County Attorney – Anne Bast Brown

County Coordinator – Fred Moody

Clerk of Court – Danny J. Shipp

 

 

Comm. Bell called the Meeting to order at 9:01 A.M.  Comm. Joyner gave the invocation, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.

 

 

JORDAN AND ASSOCIATES

 

Jeffrey Winter, Project Manager

Address results of testing regarding the Tarafa project; issue previously discussed at the October 8, 2013 Regular Meeting.

 

Mr. Winter spoke to the Board of the results of testing regarding the Tarafa project as previously discussed at the October 8th Regular Meeting.  Mr. Winter stated the Geotech Engineer’s report indicated there is a confining soil layer which is responsible for the septic systems failure and saturation of the drain field.  GSE Engineering and Consulting submitted a report to Jordan and Associates on October 9th identifying three (3) options

 

  1. Reduce water consumption by providing low-flow, no-flow toilets; low-flow shower heads and other measures to reduce water consumption in the home.

 

  1. Over excavate the confining soil which was dredged from the canal for this parcel of land and do some modeling to determine if this could reduce the septic fluids rising and breaking out the sides of the mound and going into the roadway.

 

  1. Breach through the confining layer of peat material and organic soil up to 30 feet.

 

A proposal received yesterday for a supplemental geotechnical site evaluation, October 14th outlined the cost of option #2 at a cost of $2,200.  If this option is not possible, the county could take advantage of mobilizing GSE Engineering on site to do supplementary testing to bore up to 30 feet below land surface to determine if option #3 would be feasible.  The cost of option #3 would be an additional $1,000.

 

Mr. Winter requested the Board approve Modification #3 to extend the grant for the time necessary to conduct the supplemental testing.  Upon receiving the engineer’s report and scope of work the issue can be corrected and move forward with getting the contract completed.

 

Ronald VanZant of Jordan and Associates spoke to the Board regarding options other than what has been presented to complete the project.

 

After discussion, Comm. Bell passed the gavel to Vice Chairman Johnson and made a motion to award Jordan and Associates a six (6) month extension, a letter to be prepared and sent to the DEO for a six (6) month extension for Levy County by Jordan and Associates, to set a ceiling of $10,000 maximum expense without future contact of the Board and a 30 day minimum “report card” to the Board of the progress of this project.  Comm. Bell included in his motion the approval of Modification #3 to Subgrant Agreement between the DEO and Levy County.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks.

After discussion, Comm. Bell amended his motion to change the 30 day minimum reporting of Jordan and Associates to the Board to reflect the requirement of 15 day reporting via e-mail or fax every 30 days in person to Ms. Neely or to the Board.

Vice-Chairman Johnson called for vote by the Commissioners and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

COUNTY COORDINATOR

 

Fred Moody

Clarify funds approved for RAD, as presented by Lt. Tremblay during the July 2, 2013 Budget Workshop; as $3,000 for fiscal year 2013-14.

 

Mr. Moody brought to the attention of the Board a request for funding of the RAD Program presented by Lt. Tremblay during the July 2, 2013 Budget Workshop.  The amount requested of $3,000 will be expended by submitting purchase orders for items needed.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve $3,000 to be used for expenditures submitted for payment by the RAD Program.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 10:04 A.M.

 

 

ATTEST:                                                                                             BOARD OFCOUNTYCOMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY,FL

 

 

____________________________________                                    ____________________________________

Clerk of Court, Danny J. Shipp                                                                 Chairman, Ryan Bell

 

BOCC Regular Meeting – October 8, 2013

by

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

OCTOBER 8, 2013

 

 

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on October 8, 2013 at 9:00 AM in the Levy County Board of County Commissioners meeting room, with the following Commissioners present:

 

Chairman Ryan Bell

Comm. John Meeks

Comm. Mike Joyner

Comm. Danny Stevens

Comm. Chad Johnson

            Also present were:

County Attorney – Anne Bast Brown

County Coordinator – Fred Moody

Clerk of Court – Danny J. Shipp

 

 

Comm. Bell called the Meeting to order at 9:01 A.M.  Comm. Joyner 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. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

CHECK NUMBER

113155-113245
FUND

        AMOUNT
GENERAL REVENUE

1,582,906.78
ROAD

68,568.33
TRANSPORTATION

8,174.30
911

11,082.25
COURT FACILITIES

125.00
EMS

8,518.50
FIRE

443.35
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT

480.56
UTILITIES

328.08
LANDFILL

54.70
TOTAL  $  1,680,681.85

 

 

MINUTES

 

The minutes for the Regular Meeting held on September 3, 2013 and the Public Hearing held on September 11, 2013 were presented to the Board for approval.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve the minutes for the Regular Meeting held on September 3, 2013 with corrections as stated, and the Public Hearing held on September 11, 2013 as presented.  Second was made by Comm.

 

 

PUBLIC HEARING

DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT

 

Atty. Brown administered the swearing in of audience members wishing to speak for or against any of the petitions being presented.

 

Comm. Bell asked if any of the Commissioners had any ex-parte communication regarding the petitions being presented.

Comm. Stevens[1] and Comm. Meeks[2] both had ex-parte communication regarding item B.

 

Comm. Bell[3], Comm. Joyner[4], Comm. Stevens, Comm. Meeks, and Comm. Johnson[5] all had ex-parte communication regarding item C.

 

Bill Hammond, Director

  1. Petition FP 3-13:  FP 3-13 Croft Land Surveying representing Jerry/Linda Orenchek, petitioning the Board a Final Plat of “Oak Manor Estates, Replat of Lots 9 and 10”, a residential subdivision located in Section 2, Township 11S, in Levy County.  Said parcel contains 13.78 acres more or less.  This plat will consist of 2 residential lots.  The zoning designation is “A/RR” Agriculture/Rural Residential.

 

Mr. Hammond presented and requested Board approval of Petition FP 3-13: Croft Land Surveying representing Jerry/Linda Orenchek for a Final Plat of “Oak Manor Estates, Replat of Lots 9 and 10”.

 

Comm. Bell asked if anyone in the audience would like to speak for or against Petition FP 3-13.  There were none.

 

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve Petition FP 3-13 as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

  1. Petition SE 1-13:  CHW, Inc. representing Grady and Audrey Dean and Wilbur and Candace Dean, petitioning the Board for a Special Exception to allow a 350’ Radio Broadcasting Tower for a Christian Radio Station, on a parcel of land located in the SE ¼ of the SE ¼ of Section 13 and the E ½ of Section 24, Township 12S, Range 16E, in Levy County.  Said parcel contains 266.62 acres more or less.  This parcel is located in an “FRR” Forestry/Rural Residential zone.

 

Mr. Hammond presented and requested Board approval of Petition SE 1-13:  CHW, Inc. representing Grady and Audrey Dean and Wilbur and Candace Dean for a Special Exception to allow a 350’ Radio Broadcasting Tower for a Christian Station on a parcel of land as stated in the description above.

 

Comm. Bell asked if anyone in the audience would like to speak for or against Petition SE 1-13.

 

Craig Frazier of CHW, Inc. spoke to the Board stating they are in agreement with the conditions proposed by staff.

 

Pastor Ted Mayer of Calgary Chapel in Gainesville, stated he was happy to have a Christian radio station in the Bronson area.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve Petition SE 1-13 with the exceptions as set forth by staff.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

  1. Petition SE 2-13:  SE 2-13 Frank A. Marino, Jr. petitioning the Board for a Special Exception to allow On-Premise Sales and Consumption of Alcohol in a Chartered or Incorporated Private Country Club or Lodge (also known as Scooter Haven Country Club, Inc.), on a parcel of land located in the SW ¼ of the NW ¼ of Section 34, Township 16S, Range 16E, in Levy County.  Said parcel contains 45.04 acres more or less.

 

Mr. Hammond presented and requested Board approval of Petition SE 2-13: Frank A. Marino, Jr. petitioning the Board for a Special Exception to allow on-premise sales and consumption of alcohol in a chartered or incorporated private country club or lodge (also known as Scooter Haven Country Club, Inc.).

 

Comm. Bell asked if anyone in the audience would like to speak for or against Petition SE 2-13.

 

Those who spoke are listed below:

 

For                                          Against

Frank Marino, Jr.                             Carl Roof, Sr.

Tina Bracewell                                Carl Roof, Jr.

Jesse Bracewell                             Catherine Roof

Mitch Gerardi                                    Pam Willis

Robert Rohr

Linda Kirkland

Sue Markus

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve the Order to Approve Petition SE 2-13 as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the votes were as follows:

 

Yes                                          No

Comm. Meeks                      Comm. Stevens

Comm. Bell                           Comm. Joyner

Comm. Johnson

 

The MOTION FAILS.

 

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve the Order to Deny Petition SE 2-13.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the votes were as follows:

 

Yes                                          No

Comm. Stevens                        Comm. Meeks

Comm. Joyner                          Comm. Bell

Comm. Johnson

 

The MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

JORDAN AND ASSOCIATES

 

Jeffrey Winter, Project Manager

  1. Request approval of the Request for Modification #3 Package to extend the County’s CDBG Agreement by 6 months to afford the additional time necessary to complete the remaining Housing Rehabilitation Projects.

 

Mr. Winters requested Board approval of a Request for Modification #3 Package extending the County’s CDBG Agreement by 6 months.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to deny the Request for Modification #3 Package extending the County’s CDBG Agreement by 6 months.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the votes were as follows:

Yes                                          No

Comm. Meeks                         Comm. Bell

Comm. Stevens                        Comm. Johnson

Comm. Joyner

 

The Commissioners agreed to allow Jordan & Associates to if the project can be done and notify Ms. Neely by this Friday.  Ms. Neely will then let the Commissioners know if a Special Meeting is necessary.  If a Special Meeting is necessary, it will be scheduled for Tuesday, October 15th at 9:00 A.M.

 

  1. Request Board approval for the “Letter of Mutual Agreement for Termination of Contract Documents” between Wilma Jean Hammock (Owner), Donle Enterprises, Inc. (Original Contractor), and Levy County (CDBG Sub-recipient).

 

  1. Request Board approval of the Recommendation of Award Package to include any applicable waiver(s) to the county’s adopted Housing Assistance Plan (HAP) and authorization to execute Contract Documents for the LC-05: Hammock Project.

 

 

Mr. Winter requested Board approval for the “Letter of Mutual Agreement for Termination of Contract Documents” between Wilma Jean Hammock, Donle Enterprises, Inc., and Levy County.  Mr. Winter also requested Board approval of the Recommendation of Award Package to include any applicable waiver(s) to the county’s adopted Housing Assistance Plan and authorization to execute Contract Documents for the LC-05: Hammock Project.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the Letter of Mutual Agreement for Termination of Contract Documents, the Recommendation of Award Package and authorization to execute Contract Documents as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

DEPARTMENT REPORTS

 

COUNTY COORDINATOR

 

Fred Moody

Request approval Supplemental Agreement 13-05 between Levy County and Passero Associates, LLC for the Runway 5-23 Pavement Rehabilitation, MIRLs, Lighted Airfield Guidance Signs, and REILs.

 

Mr. Moody requested Board approval of the Supplemental Agreement, 13-05 between Levy County and Passero Associates, LLC for the Runway 5-23 Pavement Rehabilitation, MIRLS, Lighted Airfield Guidance Signs, and REILs.  Mr. Moody explained this Agreement is part of the DOT funding for rehab of the Cedar Key Airport.  The amount of the Agreement is $82,000, which is $75,000 for design and bidding, $3,500 for topographic survey and $3,500 for geotechnical consulting.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve the Supplemental Agreement 13-05 as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

PLANNING

 

Shenley Neely, Planning Director

Recommend approval of the Levy County Service Agreement with the Withlacoochee Regional Planning Council (WRPC) for services needed through September 30, 2014.

 

Ms. Neely requested Board approval of the Levy County Service Agreement with the Withlacoochee Regional Planning Council for Planning services needed through September 30, 2014.

 

Mr. Jerrels also requested approval for the renewal of the Levy County Service Agreement for Solid Waste with the Withlacoochee Regional Planning Council for the Fiscal Year 2013-2014.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve the Service Agreement with the Withlacoochee Regional Planning Council for Fiscal Year 2013-2014 for the Planning Department and Solid Waste Department as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

SOLID WASTE

 

Benny Jerrels, Director

Request Board approval for the renewal of Levy County’s Service Agreement with the Withlacoochee Regional Planning Council for the Fiscal Year 2013-2014.

 

This item approved with the Planning Department’s request.

 

 

PUBLIC SAFETY

 

David Knowles, Director

  1. Request approval from the Board and the Chairman’s signature on the amended License Agreement between American Towers, LLC, and Levy County Board of County Commissioners.

 

 

 

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval and Chairman’s signature on the amended License Agreement between American Towers, LLC, and the Levy County Board of County Commissioners.  Amendments to the agreement include the effective date and an Exhibit A Form which shows equipment specifications and requirements.  The agreement will allow Levy County to utilize the Gulf Hammock tower facility.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve the amended License Agreement between American Towers, LLC and the Levy County BOCC and Chairman’s signature.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

  1. Request approval from the Board and the Chairman’s signature on the Government Entity Tower License Agreement between Pinnacle Towers, and Levy County. – TABLED –

 

 

COUNTY ATTORNEY

 

Anne Bast Brown

Request approval of Agreement with Tetra Tech, Inc. for Engineering and Related Services for RESTORE Act.

 

Atty. Brown stated after the next Board Meeting on October 22nd at 1:00 P.M. she will be conducting a seminar on Sunshine Reports and Records and a general review on Ethics.

 

Atty. Brown requested Board approval of the Agreement with Tetra Tech, Inc. for Engineering and Related Services for the RESTORE Act.  The services pursuant to the Agreement will be based on a work order basis, with no amount due unless a work order is approved and authorizes the County Coordinator to approve work orders for amounts up to $5,000.

 

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve the Agreement with Tetra Tech, Inc. as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS

 

Comm. Johnson reminded everyone of the Levy County Education Foundation Beast Feast on October 26th.  He is working with Leslie Sturmer to get clams to serve.

 

Comm. Joyner reminded everyone the Morriston Baptist Church will have a Community Fish Fry on October 26th.  Comm. Joyner proposed a challenge to the other Commissioners to wear pink sometime this month for Breast Cancer Awareness.

 

Comm. Stevens reminded everyone of the LARC “Ride to Provide” event on October 26th.

 

Comm. Meeks stated there is a North Florida Broadband meeting tomorrow at 4:00 P.M. in Lake City which he will be attending.

 

Mr. Moody stated there is a Legislative Delegation meeting on October 29th at 9:30 A.M. at the Dogan Cobb Municipal Building in Bronson.

 

 

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 11:07 A.M.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                             BOARD OFCOUNTYCOMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY,FL

 

 

____________________________________                                    ____________________________________

Clerk of Court, Danny J. Shipp                                                                  Chairman, Ryan Bell

 

[1] Comm. Stevens

[2] Comm. Meeks

[3] Comm. Bell

[4] Comm. Joyner

[5] Comm. Johnson

BOCC Special Meeting – September 30, 2013

by

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

SEPTEMBER 30, 2013

 

 

The Special Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on September 30, 2013 at 9:00 AM in the Levy County Board of County Commissioners meeting room, with the following Commissioners present:

 

Chairman Ryan Bell

Comm. John Meeks

Comm. Mike Joyner

Comm. Danny Stevens

Comm. Chad Johnson

            Also present were:

County Attorney – Anne Bast Brown

County Coordinator – Fred Moody

Clerk of Court – Danny J. Shipp

 

 

Comm. Bell called the Meeting to order at 9:01 A.M.  Comm. Joyner gave the invocation, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.

 

EXPENDITURES

 

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

 

CHECK NUMBER

112994-113154
FUND

        AMOUNT
GENERAL REVENUE

623,288.40
ROAD

69,202.30
SHIP

5,000.00
TRANSPORTATION

33,998.31
COURT FACILITIES

8.00
PROGRESS ENERGY

37,893.89
EMS

66,129.28
FIRE

49,298.54
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT

3,357.46
UTILITIES

1,142.00
DRUG TASK FORCE

621.83
ADD COURT COSTS

578.34
IMPACT FEES – EMS

9,681.51
CAPITAL PROJECTS

38,332.22
LANDFILL

22,793.48
TOTAL  $     961,325.56

 

CLERK OF COURT

 

Sheila Rees, Chief Deputy/Finance Director

Final Expenditures for Fiscal Year 2012-2013

 

Danny Shipp, Clerk of Court

  1. Request approval for Resolution 2013-49 to authorize the Clerk to retain fees related to Title IV-D Child Support Collection and Enforcement.

 

Ann Moody requested Board approval on behalf of Mr. Shipp of Resolution 2013-49 to authorize the Clerk to retain fees related to Title IV-D Child Support Collection and Enforcement.  Mrs. Moody explained the Clerk currently gives the excess amount collected for processing child support fees back to the Board at the end of the year, if any.  The Clerk would like to retain these fees in an effort to fund this department without additional money from the Board.

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve Resolution 2013-49 with the correction to paragraph 2 as stated by Atty. Brown.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

  1. Request approval for the agreement between the Hudson Properties, Inc. and Guardian Ad Litem for the renewal and amendment of lease.

 

Mr. Shipp requested Board approval of the Renewal and Amendment of Lease Agreement between Hudson Properties, Inc. and Guardian Ad Litem with the addition of section 1.2 giving the right to terminate the Lease with 60 days written notice.

 

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve the Renewal and Amendment of Lease Agreement between Hudson Properties, Inc. and Guardian Ad Litem as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

LEVY COUNTY PLANNING

 

Shenley Neely, Planning Director

Requesting approval for Annual Reports submitted to Florida Housing Finance Corporation.

 

Ms. Neely requested Board approval of the SHIP Annual Reports submitted to the Florida Housing Finance Corporation.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve the SHIP Annual Reports as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

NON AGENDA ITEM

 

Comm. Bell requested the Board hear a non-agenda item.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to hear a non-agenda item.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.  Comm. Johnson votes NO.

 

Comm. Bell requested the Board appoint two commissioners as members to the Value Adjustment Board.  Comm. Bell stated he and Comm. Joyner had served last year and he was willing to serve again this year.  Comm. Joyner stated he would also be willing to serve again.  The Citizen/Homestead representative appointed by the Commissioners last year was Skipper Henderson and is willing to serve again.  The School Board representative is Robert Philpot for this year.  The School Board will appoint one Business representative and notify the Board once this is done.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to appoint Comm. Bell and Comm. Joyner from the Board of County Commissioners, Skipper Henderson as the Homestead representative and Robert Philpot as the School Board representative on the Value Adjustment Board.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Comm. Joyner reminded everyone October 26th will be a busy day as there are several events are scheduled around the county.  The Levy County Education Foundation Beast Feast, the LARC “Ride to Provide” event and the Morriston Baptist “Church Feed the Community” event will all be taking place on this day.

 

Atty. Brown stated to the Board she will be conducting Ethics Training Seminars and will let them know when these will be scheduled.  Constitutional Officers are welcome to attend.

 

 

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 9:25 A.M.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                             BOARD OFCOUNTYCOMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY,FL

 

 

____________________________________                                    ____________________________________

Clerk of Court, Danny J. Shipp                                                                 Chairman, Ryan Bell

 

BOCC Regular Meeting – September 17, 2013

by

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

SEPTEMBER 17, 2013

 

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on September 17, 2013 at 9:00 AM in the Levy County Board of County Commissioners meeting room, with the following Commissioners present:

 

Chairman Ryan Bell

Comm. John Meeks

Comm. Mike Joyner

Comm. Danny Stevens

Comm. Chad Johnson

 

Also present were:

County Attorney – Anne Bast Brown

County Coordinator – Fred Moody

Clerk of Court – Danny J. Shipp

 

Comm. Bell called the Meeting to order at 9:00 A.M.  Comm. Joyner gave the invocation, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.

 

EXPENDITURES

 

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

 

CHECK NUMBER

112994-113154
FUND

        AMOUNT
GENERAL REVENUE

623,288.40
ROAD

69,202.30
SHIP

5,000.00
TRANSPORTATION

33,998.31
COURT FACILITIES

8.00
PROGRESS ENERGY

37,893.89
EMS

66,129.28
FIRE

49,298.54
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT

3,357.46
UTILITIES

1,142.00
DRUG TASK FORCE

621.83
ADD COURT COSTS

578.34
IMPACT FEES – EMS

9,681.51
CAPITAL PROJECTS

38,332.22
LANDFILL

22,793.48
TOTAL  $     961,325.56

 

MINUTES

 

The following minutes of the Board of County Commissioners were presented for Board approval:

 

Regular Board Meeting, August 20, 2013                     Public Hearing, September 5, 2013

Special Meeting, August 30, 2013

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve minutes listed above of the Board of County Commissioners as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

CLERK OF COURT

 

Danny Shipp, Clerk of Court

Request selection of new Value Adjustment Board (VAB) members. – TABLED –

NATURE COAST BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL

 

David Pieklik, Executive Director

Progress Report Presentation

 

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

 

 

WITHLACOOCHEE REGIONAL WATER SUPPLY AUTHORITY

 

Richard Owen, Executive Director

Request Board consideration to rejoin the Withlacoochee Regional Water Supply Authority.

 

Mr. Owen spoke to the Board requesting their consideration to rejoin the Withlacoochee Regional Water Supply Authority.

 

The Commissioners agreed to discuss the possibility of rejoining the WRWSA further before making a decision.

 

 

DEPARTMENT REPORTS

COUNTY COORDINATOR

 

Fred Moody

  1. Request approval for the Contract Agreement between Levy County Board of County Commissioners and Turnbull Environmental, Inc. for the George T. Lewis Airport, Runway 5 Erosion Control and Stabilization, Base Bid B.

 

Mr. Moody requested Board approval of the Contract Agreement between the Levy County BOCC and Turnbull Environmental, Inc. for the George T. Lewis Airport, Runway 5 Erosion Control and Stabilization, Base Bid B.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve the Contract Agreement between the Levy County BOCC and Turnbull Environmental, Inc. as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

  1. Request approval for 2013-2014 Funding Agreement for the Provision of Mental and Addiction Services between Levy County Board of County Commissioners and Meridian Behavioral Health Care, Inc.

 

Mr. Moody requested Board approval of the 2013-2014 Funding Agreement for the Provision of Mental and Addiction Services between Levy County BOCC and Meridian Behavioral Health Care, Inc.  The Board had previously agreed upon the amount of $50,000 to be issued in quarterly payments of $12,500.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve the 2013-2014 Funding Agreement for the Provision of Mental and Addiction Services between Levy County BOCC and Meridian Behavioral Health Care, Inc. as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

  1. Discuss and direction on the Interlocal Agreement between Levy County, Florida and the City of Cedar Key.

 

Mr. Moody requested direction from the Board on the Interlocal Agreement between Levy County, Florida and the City of Cedar Key.

 

The Commissioners agreed by consensus to let the Agreement stand as is and to have Atty. Brown look into the limitations of income generation from usage of the Dock Street Fishing Pier.

 

  1. Discuss and direction on the Aqui Property.

 

Mr. Moody requested direction from the Board regarding the Aqui property adjacent to the Courthouse.  The property is listed at $179,000.  The Aqui’s have agreed to $120,000 with a 90 day review period.

 

Comm. Johnson made a motion to get the property appraised before purchase is considered.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

CORRESPONDENCE

 

Satori Days

  1. On behalf of Linda Fugate, Tax Collector, presenting Recapitulation for Board signatures.

 

  1. Request the appointment of Marlon Gayle, Levy County’s Housing Planner, as the Public Sector Representative for the Central Florida Community Action Agency Board of Directors for the period of October 1, 2013 through September 30, 2014.

 

Ms. Days requested Board approval of the Levy County Tax Collector’s Recapitulation and for the appointment of Marlon Gayle, Levy County’s Housing Planner, as the Public Sector Representative for the Central Florida Community Action Agency Board of Directors for the period of October 1, 2013 through September 30, 2014.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve the Recapitulation and appointment of Marlon Gale to the Central Florida Community Action Agency Board of Directors as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

DEVELOPMENT

 

Bill Hammond, Director

Software Bid update.

 

Mr. Hammond reported to the Board of the bids received for Building Department Software.  Of the two (2) bids received, one did not meet the specifications and requirements; the other was more than had been budgeted for this expense.  Mr. Hammond requested Board approval to re-submit for bids after October 1st.

 

The Board agreed by consensus for Mr. Hammond to re-submit for bids after October 1st.

 

 

LEVY COUNTY TRANSIT

 

Connie Conley, General Manager

  1. Request approval for Joint Participation Agreements for New Freedom (NF) Operating Assistance, Job Access Reverse Commute (JARC) Operating Assistance, and New Freedom (NF) Capital Assistance for a bus purchase.

 

Ms. Conley requested Board approval of the following Joint Participation Agreements which were applied for in 2012:

 

5317    New Freedom Grant, Operating                                   $168,690

5317    New Freedom Grant, Capital (for bus purchase)           $  73,033

5316    Job Access Reverse Commute (JARC), Operating        $286,912

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve the three (3) Joint Participation Agreements as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

  1. Request approval of Resolution 2013-48 to file a grant application for the Shirley Conroy Rural Area Capital Assistance Program and request the purchase of a new bus, Local Match 10%, $7,066.50.

 

Ms. Conley requested Board approval of Resolution 2013-48 to file a grant application for the Shirley Conroy Rural Area Capital Assistance Program.  These funds will be used for the purchase of a bus.  The 10% match amount is $7,066.50.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve Resolution 2013-48 to file a grant application for the Shirley Conroy Rural Area Capital Assistance Program as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

PUBLIC SAFETY

 

David Knowles, Director

Request approval from the Board and the Chairman’s signature on the License Agreement between American Towers LLC, and Levy County Board of County Commissioners.

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval and the Chairman’s signature on the License Agreement between American Towers LLC, and the BOCC.  This agreement will allow Levy County to utilize the Gulf Hammock tower facility as part of the narrow banding project.

 

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve the License Agreement with the Chairman’s signature between American Towers LLC, and the BOCC.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

ROAD DEPARTMENT

 

Bruce Greenlee, Administrative Road Superintendent

  1. Request approval for yearly Blanket Utility New Buried Service Drops Permit with CenturyLink-Florida.

 

Mr. Greenlee requested Board approval for the yearly Blanket Utility for New Buried Service Drops Permit with CenturyLink-Florida.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the yearly Blanket Utility for New Buried Service Drops Permit with CenturyLink-Florida as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

  1. Request permission to donate commodity trailer to The Children’s Table.

 

Mr. Greenlee requested Board approval to donate the trailer formerly used for commodity storage and distribution to The Children’s Table.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve donation of the commodity trailer to The Children’s Table as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

COUNTY ATTORNEY

 

Anne Bast Brown

  1. Request consideration of an offer to settle outstanding jail liens of $13,500 plus interest (total as of 9/09/13 $15,127.71) for Joseph Hall, and, if accepted, approve Satisfactions of Lien contingent on receipt of the total settlement offer amount of $1,512.

 

Atty. Brown requested the Board consider an offer to settle outstanding jail liens for Joseph Hall in the amount of $1,512.  The current outstanding amount is $13,500 plus interest making the total amount due at 9/09/13 $15,127.71.

 

Mr. Shipp stated the court requirements and fees have been satisfied.

 

Comm. Johnson made a motion to accept the offer by Mr. Hall in the amount of $1,512 as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

B. Request approval of Resolution 2013-50, amending Resolution 2013-08, as previously amended by Resolution 2013-25, establishing the Levy County RESTORE Act Advisory Committee.

 

Atty. Brown requested Board approval of Resolution 2013-50, amending Resolution 2013-08, as previously amended by Resolution 2013-25, establishing the Levy County RESTORE Act Advisory Committee.  Resolution 2013-50 amends the membership of the Committee to replace the workforce/job creation representative with an at-large representative and ratifies the most recent appointment to the Committee as an at-large member.

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve Resolution 2013-50 as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

NON-AGENDA ITEM

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to hear a non-agenda item.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.  Comm. Johnson votes NO.

 

Mr. Moody explained to the Board the item to be presented is the Hip Hop Extravaganza event.  This event had been previously stopped as no application for a music event had been filed which was in violation of a County Ordinance.

 

Lee Crawford spoke to the Board explaining the purpose of the event and requested Board approval to host the Hip Hop Extravaganza/ Stop the Violence Rally.

 

Comm. Bell advised Mr. Crawford to make application for the music festival event so it may be planned and be in compliance with County regulations for this type of event.

 

 

PUBLIC COMMENT

 

Daniel Miller spoke to the Board regarding negative experiences in using the Transit Department for transportation to and from appointments.   Pamela Fahrner also spoke on behalf of Mr. Miller.

 

Comm. Stevens advised Mr. Miller of the process of filing a complaint against a County Employee to handle the situation.

 

Sally Collins spoke to the Board and commended the Transit Department on their efforts to get people to their destinations.

 

 

COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS

 

Comm. Johnson stated the Levy County Education Beast Feast will be on October 26th.  The location has been tentatively changed from Black Prong to the Etheridge cracker house.  Comm. Johnson stated he is working with Leslie Sturmer to get clams to cook and serve.

 

Comm. Joyner stated the Morriston Baptist Church will be hosting their annual “Feed the Community” event and children’s carnival on the first Saturday in October.  He stated they will begin serving around 4:00 P.M.

 

Comm. Stevens stated the LARC “Ride to Provide” event will be on October 26th.  He will be there to cook starting at 9:00 A.M. if any of the other Commissioners would like to assist.

 

Comm. Meeks stated there will be a Withlacoochee Regional Planning Council meeting on Thursday, September 19th, and one for the North Florida Broadband on September 25th.  Comm. Meeks stated he had recently had a meeting with the Secretary Presat, the Secretary of Transportation for the State of Florida which was very informative.

 

Comm. Bell stated he will be representing Levy County in West Palm Beach for a RESTORE Act meeting which he will be leaving to attend tomorrow.

Comm. Bell also stated the Two Tails Farm is holding their annual elephant fundraiser on Sunday in Williston from 11:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.

 

Mr. Moody reminded everyone of the meeting scheduled for September 30th at 9:00 A.M. to pay year-end bills.

 

Comm. Bell stated Ted Yoho will be available to meet with the public tomorrow at 9:00 A.M. in the Board of County Commissioners meeting room in the Levy County Courthouse.

 

 

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 10:57 A.M.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                             BOARD OFCOUNTYCOMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY,FL

 

 

____________________________________                                    ____________________________________

Clerk of Court, Danny J. Shipp                                                                 Chairman, Ryan Bell

 

BOCC Public Hearing – September 16, 2013

by

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

SEPTEMBER 16, 2013

 

The Public Hearing of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on September 16, 2013 at 6:00 PM in the Levy County Board of County Commissioners meeting room, with the following Commissioners present:

 

Chairman Ryan Bell

Comm. John Meeks

Comm. Mike Joyner

Comm. Danny Stevens

Comm. Chad Johnson

            Also present were:

 

County Attorney – Anne Bast Brown

County Coordinator – Fred Moody

 

 

Comm. Bell called the Special Meeting to order at 6:06 P.M.  Comm. Joyner gave the invocation, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.

 

Adopt Final Millage Rate for Fiscal Year 2013-20104, Resolution 2013-46

 

Mrs. Rees requested Board approval of Resolution 2013-46 adopting the final millage rate of 8.3307, which is the rolled back rate, for fiscal year 2013-2014.

 

Comm. Bell asked if there was anyone in the audience wishing to speak regarding the item presented.  There were none.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve Resolution 2013-46 as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Adopt Final Budget for Fiscal Year 2013-2014, Resolution 2013-47

 

Mrs. Rees requested Board approval of Resolution 2013-47 adopting the final budget of $66,593,382 for fiscal year 2013-2014.  The final budget amount was adjusted from $66,105,032 due to changes which Mrs. Rees explained to the Commissioners.

 

Comm. Bell asked if there was anyone in the audience wishing to speak regarding the item presented.

 

Dana Sheffield thanked the Commissioners for their efforts in working on the budget this year.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve Resolution 2013-47 adopting the final budget of $66,593,382 as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE PUBLIC HEARING ADJOURNED AT 6:09 P.M.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                             BOARD OFCOUNTYCOMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY,FL

 

 

____________________________________                                    ____________________________________

Clerk of Court, Danny J. Shipp                                                                 Chairman, Ryan Bell

 

BOCC Public Hearing September 11, 2013

by

PUBLIC HEARING

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

SEPTEMBER 11, 2013

 

 

The Public Hearing of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on September 11, 2013 at 6:30 PM in the Levy County Board of County Commissioners meeting room, with the following Commissioners present:

 

Chairman Ryan Bell

Comm. John Meeks

Comm. Danny Stevens

Comm. Chad Johnson

            Also present were:

 

County Attorney – Anne Bast Brown

County Coordinator – Fred Moody

 

 

Comm. Bell called the Special Meeting to order at 6:30 P.M.  Comm. Johnson gave the invocation, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.

 

Adopt Annual Assessment Resolutions for Fiscal Year 2013-2014

 

  1. A.     Resolution 2013-39, Amended and Restated Final Assessment Resolution for Roadway Maintenance Service Assessments.

 

Comm. Bell presented the Final Assessment Resolution for Roadway Maintenance, Resolution 2013-39 and stated there are no changes from last year.

 

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

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve Resolution 2013-39 as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

  1. B.     Resolution 2013-40, Annual Rate Resolution for Solid Waste Assessments.

 

Comm. Bell presented the Annual Rate Resolution for Solid Waste Assessments, Resolution 2013-40.

 

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

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve Resolution 2013-40.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

  1. C.     Resolution 2013-41, Annual Rate Resolution for Fire Protection.

 

Comm. Bell presented the Annual Rate Resolution for Fire Protection, Resolution 2013-41.

 

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

 

Fred Rouse spoke to the Board questioning if the Assessment for Fire Protection had increased?

 

Renate Cannon asked for clarification regarding the Fire Protection Assessment.

 

Comm. Bell answered it has not increased.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve Resolution 2013-41 as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

  1. D.    Resolution 2013-42, Annual EMS Tax Assessment Rate Resolution.

 

Comm. Bell presented the Annual Rate Resolution for EMS Tax, Resolution 2013-42.

 

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

 

Sergio Soares, owner of Pine Lodge in Inglis spoke to the Board questioning why each of the cottages he rents are taxed individually?

 

Mr. Moody spoke to Mr. Soares and stated he will contact him and will look into his tax assessment information.

 

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve Resolution 2013-42 as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Dana Sheffield spoke to the Board regarding their efforts to have all citizens in the County pay for the assessments fairly.

 

 

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE PUBLIC HEARING ADJOURNED AT 7:03 P.M.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                             BOARD OFCOUNTYCOMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY,FL

 

 

____________________________________                                    ____________________________________

Clerk of Court, Danny J. Shipp                                                                 Chairman, Ryan Bell

 

 

BOCC Regular Meeting, September 3, 2013

by

REGULAR MEETING

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

SEPTEMBER 3, 2013

 

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on September 3, 2013 at 9:00 AM in the Levy County Board of County Commissioners meeting room, with the following Commissioners present:

 

Chairman Ryan Bell

Comm. John Meeks

Comm. Mike Joyner

Comm. Danny Stevens

Comm. Chad Johnson

            Also present were:

 

County Attorney – Anne Bast Brown

County Coordinator – Fred Moody

Clerk of Court – Danny J. Shipp

 

 

Comm. Bell called the Meeting to order at 9:00 A.M.  Osborn Barker gave the invocation, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.

 

 

EXPENDITURES

 

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

 

CHECK NUMBER

  112692-112829
FUND

         AMOUNT
GENERAL REVENUE

982,501.14
ROAD

122,403.46
SHIP

29,441.00
COURT TECH/CRIM PREV

403.87
TRANSPORTATION

846.82
911

14,870.61
COURT FACILITIES

10.00
PROGRESS ENERGY

383.32
EMS

27,623.37
FIRE

14,233.67
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT

346.31
CDBG

1,567.50
UTILITIES

1,537.07
IMPACT FEES – RD DIST IV

31,718.05
CAPITAL PROJECTS

3,169.00
LANDFILL

22,450.78
TOTAL    $ 1,253,505.97

 

PUBLIC HEARING

 

BUILDING & ZONING

 

Comm. Bell asked if any of the Commissioners had ex-parte communication with any of the petitioners.  There were none.

 

Atty. Brown performed swearing in of those in the audience wishing to speak for or against the petitions presented.

 

Bill Hammond, Director

  1. Ha. Va. 2-13:  Michael A. Silvernell petitioning the Board for a Hardship Variance to allow a second dwelling in order for his brother to help care for him on parcel of land located in Florian Heights Unit 2, Lot 13, Section 31, Township 12 S, Range 18 E, in Levy County.  Said parcel contains 6.31 acres more or less and is located within an “RR” Rural Residential zone.  Situs Address:  13051 NE 45th Street, Williston, FL 32696.

 

Mr. Hammond requested Board approval of Ha. Va. 2-13, a Hardship Variance applied for by Michael A. Silvernell.

 

Comm. Bell asked if there was anyone wishing to speak for or against the Hardship Variance as presented.  There were none.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve Ha. Va. 2-13, a Hardship Variance applied for by Michael A. Silvernell as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

  1. Ha. Va. 3-13:  Alfred Romagnolo petitioning the Board to amend an existing Hardship Variance to include his wife Nancy Romagnolo.  This parcel is located in B and R Unit 5, Lot 1, Block 12, Section 32, Township 12 S, Rance 18 E, in Levy County.  Said parcel contains 3.5 acres mor3e or less and is located within an “RR” Rural Residential zone.

 

Mr. Hammond requested Board approval of Ha. Va. 3-13, amendment to an existing Hardship Variance for Alfred Romagnolo.

 

Comm. Bell asked if there was anyone wishing to speak for or against the Hardship Variance as presented.  There were none.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve Ha. Va. 3-13, amendment to an existing Hardship Variance for Alfred Romagnolo as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

  1. Ha. Va. 4-13:  Richard and Carolyn Berryhill petitioning the Board for a Hardship Variance to allow a second dwelling in order for their son to help care for them and their disabled daughter on a parcel of land located NW ¼ of the SW ¼ less the E ½ of the NE ¼ of the NW ¼ of the SW ¼ in Section 36, Township 14 S, Range 15E, in Levy County.  Said parcel contains 35 acres more or less and is located within an “FRR” Forestry/Rural Residential zone.  Situs Address: 251 SE 74th Place, Inglis, FL 34449.

 

Mr. Hammond requested Board approval of Ha. Va. 4-13, a Hardship Variance applied for by Richard and Carolyn Berryhill.

 

Comm. Bell asked if there was anyone wishing to speak for or against the Hardship Variance as presented.  There were none.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve Ha. Va. 4-13, a Hardship Variance applied for by Richard and Carolyn Berryhill as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

  1. Request approval of Resolution 2013-38 adopting a schedule of permit fees and service charges for permits,  reviews, and services provided by the Levy County Development Department; providing for repeal of Resolution 2007-24, Resolution 2010-04 and Resolution 2012-26; providing for repeal of conflicting fee schedules; providing an effective date.

 

 

 

Mr. Hammond requested Board approval of Resolution 2013-38, adopting a schedule of permit fees and service charges for permits, reviews, and services provided by the Levy County Development Department and the Levy County Road Department; providing for repeal of Resolution 2007-24, Resolution 2010-04 and Resolution 2012-26; providing for repeal of conflicting fee schedules and providing an effective date.

 

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve Resolution 2013-38 as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

CLERK OF COURT

 

Danny Shipp, Clerk

Request selection of new Value Adjustment Board (VAB) members.     – TABLED –

 

 

LEVY COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT

 

Barbara Locke, Administrator

Request approval of a Contract Agreement between Levy County Board of County Commissioners and the State of Florida Department of Health for operation of the Levy County Health Department Contract Year 2013-2014.

 

Ms. Locke requested Board approval of the annual Contract Agreement between Levy County Board of County Commissioners and the State of Florida Department of Health for operation of the Levy County Health Department for contract year 2013-2014.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve the annual Contract Agreement between Levy County BOCC and the State of Florida Department of Health as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

911 ADDRESSING

 

Mike West, 911 Coordinator

Request Board Chair’s signature for the CenturyLink product and services agreement.

 

Mr. West requested approval for Chairman Bell to sign the CenturyLink Product and Services Agreement.  This Agreement provides for maintenance on the PSAP equipment.  The cost for the maintenance is covered entirely by a Rural County Grant received from the State of Florida E911 Board.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve Chairman Bell to sign the CenturyLink Product and Services Agreement as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION

 

Bobbie Smith

“Proclamation for Constitution Week” presentation.

 

Mrs. Smith, representing the Gainesville Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution requested Board approval of Proclamation 2013-43, recognizing the week of September 17 through September 23, 2013 as Constitution Week.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve Proclamation 2013-43 as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

DEPARTMENT REPORTS

 

LIBRARY

 

Lisa Brasher, Director

Request approval of State Aid to Libraries Grant Agreement.

 

Ms. Brasher requested Board approval of the State Aid to Libraries Grant Agreement.

 

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve the State Aid to Libraries Grant Agreement as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

PLANNING

 

Shenley Neely, Director – TABLED –

Request to approve Annual Reports to be submitted to Florida Housing Finance Corporation.

 

 

PUBLIC SAFETY

 

David Knowles, Director

  1. Request approval from the Board and the Chairman’s signature on the Occupancy Agreement between Levy County and Air Methods Corporation.

 

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval and signature of the Chairman on the Occupancy Agreement between Levy County and Air Methods Corporation.  This Agreement will allow Air Methods to operate a helicopter and medical flight crew out of the LCDPS Complex.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve and authorize the Chairman’s signature on the Occupancy Agreement between Levy County and Air Methods Corporation as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

  1. Request approval to donate two (2) surplus fire engines to Lafayette County Volunteer Fire Department.

 

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval to donate two (2) surplus fire engines to Lafayette County Volunteer Fire Department.  The following are engines which can be removed from service and donated after receiving the updated equipment from Marion and Citrus Counties:

 

FT4 1989 Ford KME              FT29 1989 Ford KME

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve donation of two (2) surplus fire engines to Lafayette as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

  1. Request approval to accept reimbursement funds from Workforce Connection for the recent Levy County Firefighter II graduates.

 

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval to accept reimbursement funds from Workforce Connection in the amount of $13,893.33 which covers 50% of supplies, training and transportation of the graduates for the class.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to accept reimbursement funds from Workforce Connection for the recent Levy County Firefighter II graduates.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

  1. Quarterly Report presentation.

 

Mr. Knowles presented the Department of Public Safety Quarterly Report to the Board.

 

 

ROAD DEPARTMENT

 

Bruce Greenlee, Administrative Road Superintendent

  1. Request the approval for the reprioritized paving list.

 

Mr. Greenlee requested Board approval of the reprioritized paving list.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve the reprioritized paving list as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

  1. Request approval to deed Central Florida Electric County owned right of way to place power poles.

 

Mr. Greenlee requested Board approval to deed Central Florida Electric County owned right of way to place power poles.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve deeding Central Florida Electric County owned right of way as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

TOURIST DEVELOPMENT

 

Carol McQueen, Director

  1. Request approval of Agreement between Levy County Board of County Commissioners and World Publications, LLC, through its Sport Fishing Magazine Division – referred to as “Sport Fishing Television” for the production of an Editorial Show, featuring one destination – Cedar Key.

 

Mrs. McQueen requested Board approval of an Agreement between Levy County BOCC and World Publications, LLC.  The cost will be $10,000 to be paid in four (4) equal installments of $2,500 each.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the Agreement between Levy County BOCC and World Publications, LLC as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

  1. Request approval of Levy County Tourist Development Council’s recommendation to enter into an Agreement with Helicona Press to produce a Kayak Fishing TV Show in Yankeetown in an effort to bring visitors to Levy County for overnight stays and a vacation destination.

 

Mrs. McQueen requested Board approval for Levy County to enter into an Agreement with Helicona Press to produce a Kayak Fishing TV Show in Yankeetown in an effort to bring visitors to Levy County for overnight stays and vacation destinations.  There will be two (2) episodes at 20 minutes each in Yankeetown and the surrounding area produced.  The Levy County Visitors Bureau will reimburse Helicona Press for The Kayak Fishing Show host and videographer: air and land travel, accommodations, and captain/support boat and fuel up to the budgeted amount of $6,000.  Reimbursements will be made after the first airing of each of the two (2) episodes of The Kayak Fishing Show in 2014.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the Agreement with Helicona Press to produce a Kayak Fishing TV Show as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Mrs. McQueen informed the Board of upcoming events in Levy County and provided flyers for the public.

 

 

CITY OF CHIEFLAND

 

Teresa Barron, Vice Mayor

Chief James Harris, and Gene Stockman

Request for annual Fee-for-Service Contract increase, Certificate of Need for Chiefland Fire Rescue ALS-non transport vehicle, and an additional ambulance stationed at Chiefland.

 

Ms. Barron spoke to the Board and requested an increase of $35,000 to match Chiefland’s contribution toward the support of the fire service provision, both within the City and District 7.  Chief Harris and Gene Stockman also spoke.

 

Martin Reed, Chiefland resident also spoke requesting increased funding for Chiefland.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to keep the amount for the Chiefland Fire Contract the same as last year at $199,000.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the votes were as follows:

 

Yes                                          No

Comm. Stevens                        Comm. Meeks

Comm. Joyner                          Comm. Bell

Comm. Johnson

 

The MOTION FAILS.

 

Jason Kennedy representing the Town of Bronson spoke to the Board expressing a concern of the issue being one of “political satisfaction”.

Susan Harris spoke to the Board questioning an item Mr. Stockman referred to earlier.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to give an additional $5,000 to Chiefland annually to match the Williston base amount and give a one-time amount of 6%, equal to around $12,000 based on the current amount budgeted to Chiefland to be used for equipment and materials payable by P.O.’s and invoices which will go through Chief Knowles for approval.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the votes were as follows:

 

Yes                                          No

Comm. Meeks                         Comm. Stevens

Comm. Johnson                        Comm. Joyner

Comm. Bell

 

The MOTION CARRIES.

 

Ms. Barron requested Board approval to provide the City of Chiefland a Certificate of Need for a non-transport advanced life support vehicle.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to deny the request for the City of Chiefland for a Certificate of Need for a non-transport ALS vehicle.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Ms. Barron requested Board approval of an Addendum to the Contract for the City of Chiefland to receive quarterly payments at the beginning, rather than the end of each quarter.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to keep the Contract as is with the City of Chiefland, sending quarterly payments at the end of each quarter, rather than the beginning.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Chief Harris requested on behalf of Ms. Barron, Board approval to replace the ambulance at the Chiefland station which had been taken out of service several years ago.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to leave the decision to place ambulances in locations in the county at the discretion of the Board with the advisement of the Public Safety Director.  The motion dies for lack of second.

 

No action was taken by the Board for this item.

 

 

SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT

 

Sheriff McCallum spoke to the Board and thanked them as well as Atty. Brown for their efforts regarding the event scheduled in Williston.  The Injunction was granted and after speaking with the event organizer, Sheriff McCallum stated it was cancelled with full cooperation.

 

 

COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS

 

Comm. Johnson informed everyone of the upcoming Levy County Education Foundation Beast Feast to be held on October 26th at Black Prong.  He will be contacting Leslie Sturmer for the availability of clams for the Commissioners to serve.

 

Comm. Joyner stated he will not be able to attend the Final Assessment Meeting next Wednesday evening, September 11th.

 

Comm. Meeks stated the Secretary of Transportation will be in Chiefland at the Gathering Table Restaurant on September 13th for a luncheon to discuss upcoming plans.

 

Comm. Bell requested appointment of Jolie Davis to the RESTORE Act Advisory Committee.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to appoint Jolie Davis to the RESTORE Act Advisory Committee.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Atty. Brown stated the position Ms. Davis will fill should be changed to an at-large position, rather than a jobs creation position.

 

Comm. Bell requested a time to be set for a short meeting on September 30th to pay year end bills.  The Commissioners agreed upon the time of 9:00 A.M.

 

Renate Cannon asked Comm. Meeks what the status was of the NFBA.  Comm. Meeks answered he had not been contacted of any upcoming meetings.

Ms. Cannon also asked who determines where ambulances are to be stationed in the county.  Comm. Stevens and Comm. Bell answered it was determined by the Board with the direction of the Public Safety Director.

 

 

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 11:24 A.M.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                             BOARD OFCOUNTYCOMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY,FL

 

 

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Clerk of Court, Danny J. Shipp                                                                  Chairman, Ryan Bell

 

e-Filing Now Available in All Court Divisions

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We are pleased to announce that Levy County’s e-Portal can now accept electronic filings from all court divisions.

Attorneys can now electronically file all case types electronically and once the filing is approved by our deputy clerks monitoring the portal, if approved, the filing will seamlessly enter our court reporting software system.

The eFiling Portal web site provides eFiling and eRecording capability to users with a single statewide login. Users may utilize the ePortal web interface to submit documents to Clerks and Recorders.

If you are an attorney, you can follow this link to visit the eFiling Portal.

Here’s a list of resources and manuals from FACC on their website.

You can click here to watch a video with further explanation about the eFiling Portal.

BOCC Public Hearing – September 5, 2013

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LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

SEPTEMBER 5, 2013

 

 

The Public Hearing of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on September 5, 2013 at 6:00 PM in the Levy County Board of County Commissioners meeting room, with the following Commissioners present:

 

Chairman Ryan Bell

Comm. John Meeks

Comm. Mike Joyner

Comm. Danny Stevens

Comm. Chad Johnson

            Also present were:

 

County Attorney – Anne Bast Brown

County Coordinator – Fred Moody

Clerk of Court – Danny Shipp

 

 

Comm. Bell called the Special Meeting to order at 6:06 P.M.  Comm. Joyner gave the invocation, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.

 

Sheila Rees requested Board approval of Resolution 2013-44 adopting the tentative millage rate at 8.3307, which is the rolled back rate.

 

Comm. Bell asked if there was anyone in the audience wishing to speak regarding the tentative millage rate.

 

Robert Kerr representing Fanning Springs Fire Department spoke to the Board and asked if the Board would consider a 6% one-time amount for their budget.  Mr. Kerr stated Fanning Springs has a brush truck and a fire/rescue watercraft in need of repair and cannot be used at this time.  It would cost around $2,500 to repair the brush truck and between $2,000 and $3,000 to repair the watercraft.

 

Comm. Bell advised Mr. Kerr the Board would consider his request once the tentative millage rate had been adopted.

 

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve Resolution 2013-44 adopting the tentative millage rate at 8.3307, which is the rolled back rate.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to provide Fanning Springs with 1/3 of the amount to pay for repair of the watercraft up to $1,000 as the funding for Fanning Springs Fire Department comes from Levy County, Gilchrist County and the City of Fanning Springs.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Mayor Cheryl Nikola and Dana Sheffield spoke to the Board.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to adopt Resolution 2013-45 adopting the tentative budget of $66,105.32 for fiscal year 2013-2014.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Mrs. Rees asked the Board how they would like to proceed with work at the Public Safety Complex.  The approximate budget set previously for work to be done had been depleted due to unforeseen repairs.

Mr. Moody stated the Administration building will be up and running by next Tuesday and the College of Central Florida will be using one of the buildings by converting the space into four (4) classrooms.

Mrs. Rees stated with the Board’s approval, work on the facility can continue and the line items can be adjusted for both this fiscal year and next fiscal year budget amounts to cover expenses which will be around $170,000.  The total budget will not change, only money amounts within the budget.

 

The Board agreed by consensus to allow Chief Knowles to get P.O.’s and sign off verifying work and materials purchased when bills are sent in for payment.

 

Mr. Moody reminded everyone there is a Public Hearing set for Wednesday, September 11th at 6:30 P.M. for adoption of Non-Ad Valorem Assessment and there is a Budget Meeting set for Monday, September 16th at 6:00 P.M. to approve the final budget and millage rate.

 

The Board agreed to meet on September 30th at 9:00 A.M. to pay year end bills.

 

Mrs. Rees asked for clarification with regard to bills submitted for payment by the City of Williston and the City of Chiefland on the additional amounts previously approved.

The Commissioners agreed the bills would go to Chief Knowles for approval before being submitted for payment.

 

Comm. Bell stated Tuesday, September 10th is the RESTORE Act drop in application workshop.

 

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE PUBLIC HEARING ADJOURNED AT 6:48 P.M.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                             BOARD OFCOUNTYCOMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY,FL

 

 

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Clerk of Court, Danny J. Shipp                                                                 Chairman, Ryan Bell