LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

FEBRUARY 5, 2013

 

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on February 5, 2013 at 9:00 AM in the Levy County Board of County Commissioners meeting room, with the following Commissioners present:

 

Chairman Ryan Bell

Comm. Chad Johnson

Comm. John Meeks

Comm. Danny Stevens

Comm. Mike Joyner

            Also present were:

CountyAttorney– Anne Bast Brown

County Coordinator – Fred Moody

Clerk of Court – Danny Shipp

 

 

Comm. Bell called the Meeting to order at 9:04 A.M.  Bruce Greenlee 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	110519-110671
FUND	AMOUNT
GENERAL REVENUE	1,131,093.14
ROAD	53,098.62
SHIP	38,989.96
NSP	33,625.00
COURT TECH/CRIM PREV	936.56
TRANSPORTATION	954.44
911	14,000.00
COURT FACILITIES	26.30
PROGRESS ENERGY	17,873.99
EMS	7,763.47
FIRE	91,254.33
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT	3,214.44
CDBG	63,643.20
UTILITIES	1,129.47
COMMUNICATION	4,537.37
ADD COURT COSTS	3,192.98
CAPITAL PROJECTS	2,798.13
LANDFILL	24,491.24
TOTAL	$ 1,492,622.64

 

 

MINUTES

 

The minutes for the Regular Board Meetings held on January 8, 2013 and January 22, 2013 were presented for approval.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the minutes for the Regular Meeting held on January 8, 2013 and January 22, 2013 as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT

 

Mark Johnson spoke to the Board announcing the decision of Progress Energy, a subsidiary of Charlottte, NC based Duke Energy to retire the Crystal River Nuclear Power Plant facility.

Comm. Johnson also read a portion of a press release which had been e-mailed to him.

 

 

PUBLIC HEARING – ROAD DEPARTMENT

 

Bruce Greenlee, Administrative Road Superintendent

Adoption of Resolution 2013-03, approving the petition to vacate, abandon, and close a portion of the 50 foot right-of-way of NE 17 Avenue (a/k/a Pine Lane) located in Gleason’s Trailer Village as requested by petitioners, Gregory and Pamela Deist.

 

Mr. Greenlee requested Board approval of Resolution 2013-03, a petition to vacate, abandon, and close a portion of the 50 foot right-of-way of NE 17 Avenue (a/k/a Pine Lane) located in Gleason’s Trailer Village as requested by petitioners, Gregory and Pamela Deist.

 

Comm. Bell asked if there was anyone in the audience who wished to speak for or against the petition.  There were none.

 

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve Resolution 2013-03 as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

DEPARTMENT REPORTS

 

COUNTY COORDINATOR

 

Fred Moody

Request approval of Resolution 2013-07 authorizing the execution of a Joint Participation Agreement with the Florida Department of Transportation for the design and permitting of erosion control and stabilization for runway 5 end at the George T. Lewis Airport in Levy County, Florida.

 

Mr. Moody requested Board approval of Resolution 2013-07 authorizing the execution of a Joint Participation Agreement with the Florida Department of Transportation for the design and permitting of erosion control and stabilization for runway 5 end at the George T. Lewis Airport in Levy County, Florida.  Mr. Moody stated this project is slated for completion in November, 2013.  The cost of the project is $29,075 and is funded by the Florida Department of Transportation.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve Resolution 2013-07 as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

PLANNING

 

Shenley Neely, Director

Direct staff to move forward with approval of appointing new members to the County’s Affordable Housing Advisory Committee, approved by the County Coordinator and return with an Amended Resolution to reflect approved changes.

 

1. Natalie Thomas – to serve as the member engaged as a real estate professional in connection with affordable housing;
2. Vaughn Lee – to serve as the member actively serving on the local planning agency; and
3. Sharon Battles – to serve as the representative of those areas of labor actively engaged in home building in connection with affordable housing.

 

Ms. Neely requested Board approval to approve new members to the County’s Affordable Housing Advisory Committee, approved by the County Coordinator and return with an Amended Resolution to reflect approved changes.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to appoint the three above listed new members to the County’s Affordable Housing Advisory Committee as presented.  Second was made by Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

SHIP

 

Shenley Neely, Director

Request a motion to approve revised Annual Reports submitted to Florida Housing Finance Corporation.

 

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

 

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve the revised Annual Reports submitted to Florida Housing Finance Corporation.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

PUBLIC SAFETY

 

David Knowles, Director

1. Requesting approval to establish a purchase order for Withlacoochee Technical Institute to provide Firefighter II training.

 

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval to establish a purchase order in the amount of $15,643.04 for Withlacoochee Technical Institute to provide Firefighter II training.  This will provide tuition for up to fourteen LCDPS members.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve establishing a purchase order in the amount of $15,643.04 for Withlacoochee Technical Institute as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Requesting approval to purchase two (2) new Type III ambulance units from Emergency Tactical Rescue Vehicles in Sanford, Florida, 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, Florida, manufactured by American Emergency Vehicles for a total of $253,690.

 

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

 

 

COUNTY ATTORNEY

 

Anne Bast Brown

1. Adopt Resolution 2013-10, amending the County’s representatives to the North Florida Broadband Authority to Commissioner John Meeks as Authority Director and Fred Moody as the Alternate Authority Director.

 

Atty. Brown requested Board approval of Resolution 2013-10, amending the County’s representatives to the North Florida Broadband Authority to Comm. John Meeks as Authority Director and Fred Moody as the Alternate Authority Director.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve Resolution 2013-10 as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Adopt Resolution 2013-09 amending travel reimbursement rates for County employees for mileage to coincide with Internal Revenue Service Standard Mileage Rates for business miles.

 

Atty. Brown requested Board approval of Resolution 2013-09 amending travel reimbursement rates for County employees for mileage to $.565 per mile to coincide with Internal Revenue Service Standard Mileage Rates for business miles.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve Resolution 2013-09 as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Atty. Brown reported to the Board she and Mr. Knowles attended the first hearing in Yankeetown yesterday regarding the Ordinance to allow the Fire Assessments to be applied within the City limits.  There will be a second hearing on February 18^th.

Atty. Brown stated at the next Board meeting appointments will need to be made to the Advisory Committee for the RESTORE Act and requested the Board be in search of candidates.

Mr. Moody stated the first meeting with Mr. Williams is February 25^th at 2:30 P.M.

 

Mr. Moody reported the North Florida Broadband did an outreach presentation yesterday at the Bronson Town Hall and it was well attended.

Comm. Johnson reported internet service at his residence has greatly improved.

 

 

COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS

 

Comm. Johnson thanked everyone who attended and supported the Levy County Education Foundation Gala.

 

Comm. Joyner thanked everyone who made it possible to pay the insurance on the Ten Commandment Monument as no taxpayer funds were used.

Comm. Joyner reported he attended the Workforce meeting yesterday in Ocala.

Comm. Joyner announced there will be a benefit fish fry for the Alford family at Robinson’s Seafood in Rosewood on Monday from 5:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M.

 

Comm. Bell reported there are two at large positions available with the Tourist Development Council.  If anyone is interested, please contact Carol McQueen.

Comm. Bell announced Rob Corbitt will be retiring April 5^th and asked if he would like to speak.

Mr. Corbitt spoke to the Board of the challenges and demands of the job and expressed his willingness to assist with the job description for a new Director.

Each Commissioner expressed their gratitude to Mr. Corbitt for his years of service.

 

 

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 9:41 A.M.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                             BOARD OFCOUNTYCOMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY,FL

 

 

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

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

JANUARY 8, 2013

 

 

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on January 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. Chad Johnson

Comm. John Meeks

Comm. Danny Stevens

Comm. Mike Joyner

            Also present were:

CountyAttorney– Anne Bast Brown

County Coordinator – Fred Moody

 

 

Comm. Bell called the Meeting to order at 9:22 A.M.  Bruce Greenlee 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. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

CHECK NUMBER	110249-110418
FUND	AMOUNT
GENERAL REVENUE	1,961,715.97
ROAD	127,212.35
COURT TECH/CRIM PREV	351.98
TRANSPORTATION	6,046.55
911	34,910.69
COURT FACILITIES	15.00
PROGRESS ENERGY	350.54
EMS	19,526.20
FIRE	3,590.86
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT	16,372.27
CDBG	65,891.04
UTILITIES	2,221.49
DRUG TASK FORCE	86.00
LANDFILL	26,212.89
TOTAL	$ 2,264,503.83

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

MINUTES

 

The minutes for the following Meetings were presented for Board approval:

 

Amended Regular Meeting November 6, 2012

Regular Meeting December 4, 2012

Regular Meeting December 18, 2012

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the minutes for the regular Board Meetings as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

 

PUBLIC HEARING – ZONING

 

Rob Corbitt, Director

Petition No. PP2-12 Croft Land Surveying representing Michael and Suzanne Tobin, petitioning the Board for a Preliminary Plat of “Dragon’s Lair” a residential subdivision located in Section 21, Township 12 S, Range 18 E, in Levy County.  Said parcel contains 20.01 acres more or less and will consist of two 10 acre lots.  The zoning designation is “A/RR” Agriculture/Rural Residential.

 

Grace Romero presented and requested Board approval of Petition No. PP2-12 on behalf of Rob Corbitt.

 

Comm. Bell opened the floor for public comment and asked if there was anyone in the audience wishing to speak for or against the Petition as presented.  There were none.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve Petition No. PP2-12 as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

JORDAN & ASSOCIATES

 

Jeffrey Winter, Project Manager

Request a motion to proceed with the execution of a Letter of Mutual Agreement for Termination of Contract; a motion to waive the requirement for each contractor to satisfactorily complete one job through the CDBG housing before receiving any additional contracts; a motion to waive the requirement to award contracts for housing units with bids greater than fifteen percent (15%) above or below our Housing Rehabilitation Specialist’s estimates; a motion to award contracts for Wilma Hammock LC-05 and Jack & Christine Mileski LC-07.

 

Mr. Winters requested Board approval to:

 

1. Proceed with the execution of a Letter of Mutual Agreement for Termination of Contract Documents by all involved parties to include Levy County, the recipients (LC-05: Hammock and LC-07: Mileski) and the contractor (Jeff White Construction, Inc.).

 

1. Acceptance of the recommendation by Jordan & Associates listed below as well as the authorization to proceed with scheduling a Pre-Construction Conference to execute contract documents.

 

LC-05: Wilma Jean Hammock  Donle Enterprises, Inc.                          $24,400

LC-07: Jack & Christine Mileski           Gary Southard Construction, LLC                    $36,150

 

1. Waive the requirement for each contractor to satisfactorily complete one job through the CDBG housing programs before receiving any additional contracts described in Chapter VI, Section B of the County’s adopted HAP due to the limited pool of qualified bidders.

 

1. Waive the requirement to award contracts for housing units with bids greater than fifteen percent (15%) above or below the Housing Rehabilitation Specialist’s estimates described in Chapter VI, Section B of the County’s adopted HAP, thereby exercising the County’s right to award in the best interest of the County.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve items 1-4 as listed above.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

DEPARTMENT REPORTS

 

CORRESPONDENCE

 

Karen Blackburn

Presenting on behalf of Withlacoochee Regional Planning Council Chairman Dennis Damato and Executive Director Michael R. Moehlman, Certificates of Appreciation.

 

Mrs. Blackburn presented on behalf of the Withlacoochee Regional Planning Council, Chairman Dennis Damato and Executive Director Michael R. Moehlman, Certificates of Appreciation to Comm. Bell and Comm. Stevens.

 

PUBLIC SAFETY

 

David Knowles, Director

Request Chair signature on the Physio Control Technical Service Support Agreement for the two (2) most recently purchased Lifepaks.

 

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval for the Chairman’s signature on the Physio Control Technical Service Support Agreement for the two (2) most recently purchased Lifepaks.  This Agreement covers repairs, battery replacement, and labor necessary to restore damaged or defective equipment.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the Chairman’s signature on the Physio Control Technical Service Support Agreement as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

ROAD DEPARTMENT

 

Bruce Greenlee, Administrative Road Superintendent

1. Adoption of Resolution 2013-02 to schedule a Public Hearing on Tuesday, February 5, 2013 at 9:00 A.M. for the closure of a portion of the 50’ right-of-way of NE 17^th Ave (A/K/A Pine Lane) as requested by the Petitioners, Gregory and Pamela Deist.

 

Mr. Greenlee requested Board approval of Resolution 2013-02 to schedule a Public Hearing on Tuesday, February 5, 2013 at 9:00 A.M. for the closure of a portion of the 50’ right-of-way of NE 17^th Ave (A/K/A Pine Lane) as requested by the Petitioners, Gregory and Pamela Deist.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve Resolution 2013-02 as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Notice of Compliance with Section 95.361 Florida Statutes regarding a public road, NW 80 Street (A/K/A LCR 425) prepared by Mills Engineering 12/12/12, approved by the Board of County Commissioners and certified by its Chair by his signature showing a dedicated and accepted public road.

 

Mr. Greenlee requested Board approval of the Notice of Compliance with Section 95.361, Florida Statues regarding a public road, NW 80^th Street (A/K/A LCR 425).

 

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve the Notice of Compliance as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

SHIP

 

Shenley Neely, Director

Request a motion to approve revised Annual Reports submitted to Florida Housing Finance Corporation; 2009/10 Close-out, 2010/11 Interim, 2011/12 Interim. – TABLED –

 

1. Certification for Implementation of Regulatory Reform Activities. – TABLED –

 

1. Certification of Report Submission. – TABLED –

 

 

LEVY COUNTY TRANSIT

 

Connie Conley, General Manager

1. Request approval of Authorizing Resolution 2013-05, for the signing and submission of a grant application and supporting documents, for a grant for Operating Expenses under 40 U.S.C. Section 5310 to the Florida Department of Transportation, the acceptance of a grant award, the purchase of two vehicles and/or equipment and/or expenditure of grant funds pursuant to a grant award, and the performance of other functions and duties related to the grant application, acceptance and administration.

 

 

 

1. Request approval of Authorizing Resolution 2013-06, for the signing and submission of a grant application and supporting documents and assurances for Fiscal Year 2013 for a grant for Capital Expenses under 49 U.S.C. Section 5310 to the Florida Department of Transportation, the acceptance of a grant awarded, the purchase of vehicles and/or equipment and/or expenditure of grant funds pursuant to a grant award, and the performance of other functions and duties related to the grant application, acceptance, and administration.

 

1. Request approval of Authorizing Resolution 2013-04, for the signing and submission of a grant application and supporting documents and assurances for Fiscal Year 2013 for a grant for Capital Expenses under 49 U.S.C. Section 5311 to the Florida Department of Transportation, the acceptance of a grant awarded, the purchase of vehicles and/or equipment and/or expenditure of grant funds pursuant to a grant award, and the performance of other functions and duties related to the grant application, acceptance, and administration.

 

Ms. Conley requested Board approval of the following:

 

Resolution 2013-05 for the signing and submission of a grant application for Operating Expenses under Section 5310 to the Florida Department of Transportation.  This is a 50/50 Grant and the amount applied for is $160,000.

 

Resolution 2013-06 for the signing and submission of a grant application for Capital Expenses under Section 5310 to the Florida Department of Transportation.  This is an 80/10/10 Grant and the amount applied for is $149,805.

 

Resolution 2013-04 for the signing and submission of a grant application for Capital Expenses under Section 5311 to the Florida Department of Transportation.  This is a 50/50 Grant and the amount applied for is $650,000.

 

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve Resolutions 2013-05, 2013-06 and 2013-04 as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS

 

Comm. Johnson reported on the Legislative FLOW meeting held on the 7^th.   There will be a FLOW meeting coming up on the 14^th.  A copy will be in the Board office concerning the scope, priorities and objectives if anyone has questions.

 

Comm. Joyner asked Mr. Greenlee about the first road on the paving list, NW 170^th Street.

Mr. Greenlee stated there were some issues which would need to be resolved before paving could begin.  The next road on the list, which is in Ocala Highlands West, is ready to start paving.  Equipment will be sent to begin paving on this road first and NW 170^th Street will be done second.

 

Comm. Stevens requested Sheriff Bobby McCallum make introductions of staff in attendance with him.

Sheriff McCallum introduced his Under-Sheriff and Legal Advisor, Brett Beauchamp and stated with the elimination of the position of Major, Mike Sheffield has now been promoted to Colonel.

 

Comm. Meeks reported he will be attending a new commissioner’s workshop tomorrow in Gainesville.  Comm. Meeks also reported former Commissioner Donald Holmes had passed away and services will be at the First Baptist Church in Bronson on Wednesday.

 

Comm. Bell introduced Bill Williams who spoke regarding the RESTORE Act.

 

1. Assignment of Commissioners to Boards, Councils and Departments liaisons.

 

Comm. Bell asked if each Commissioner could identify which Departments they would like to serve as liaisons.  Listed below are the Commissioners and the Departments chosen:

 

Comm. Bell                  Courthouse Space                    Library

Finance/Insurance                     Legal

HR                                           Emergency Management

 

 

 

Comm. Johnson            Animal Services                        Planning

Landfill                         Building & Zoning

Comm. Meeks             Water/SHIP                             Construction/Maintenance

Veterans

 

Comm. Stevens            Ambulance                               Plat Review

Fire                                          Road Department

 

Comm. Joyner              Mosquito Control/Parks

Ag. Center

 

Comm. Bell if the Commissioners could identify which of the Boards they could serve on.  Listed below are the Commissioners and the Board’s chosen:

 

Comm. Bell                  Levy County Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board, WRPC

Canvassing Board

RESTORE Act

Tourist Development Council

 

Comm. Johnson            FLOW – Florida Leaders Organized for Water

Nature Coast Business Development Council/EZDA – Strike Force

North Florida Economic Development Partnership Board of Directors

Small County Coalition Board of Directors

 

Comm. Meeks             North Florida Broadband Authority

Small County Coalition Board of Directors

WRPC

Pure Water Wilderness

 

Comm. Stevens            Canvassing

 

Comm. Joyner              Nature Coast State Trail

Workforce Connection

WRPC

County Agent – Overall Advisory Committee

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the appointments to the above listed Boards and Committees as listed.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

1. Discussion/consensus of a Consent Agenda.

 

Comm. Bell presented the idea of a Consent Agenda to the Commissioners for discussion and possible consideration.

 

After discussion, the Commissioners agreed to review the information presented and decide if they would like to use a Consent Agenda at a later date.

 

Atty. Brown informed the Commissioners of a Seminar coming up in Tallahassee on February 8^th for continuing legal education which also provides good information for Commissioners.

 

As a note to the public, Comm. Bell let everyone know on Saturday, January 19^th from 10:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M. at Manatee Springs State Park, the park will be hosting the Manatee Awareness Month Program.

 

 

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 11:49 A.M.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                             BOARD OFCOUNTYCOMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY,FL

 

 

____________________________________                                    ____________________________________

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

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

JANUARY 22, 2013

 

 

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on January 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. Chad Johnson

Comm. John Meeks

Comm. Danny Stevens

Comm. Mike Joyner

            Also present were:

CountyAttorney– Anne Bast Brown

County Coordinator – Fred Moody

Clerk of Court – Danny Shipp

 

 

Comm. Bell called the Meeting to order at 9:05 A.M.  Osborn Barker 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. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

CHECK NUMBER	110419-110518
FUND	AMOUNT
GENERAL REVENUE	87,497.81
ROAD	22,815.95
NSP	7,759.17
TRANSPORTATION	1,726.46
COURT FACILITIES	43.00
PROGRESS ENERGY	432.16
EMS	33,824.24
FIRE	85,556.21
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT	182.00
CDBG	31,836.86
UTILITIES	1,961.97
CAPITAL PROJECTS	4,316.50
LANDFILL	49,079.15
TOTAL	$    327,031.48

 

 

MINUTES

 

Regular Meeting held January 8, 2013.  – TABLED –

 

 

Comm. Bell introduced Representative Charlie Stone in attendance of the meeting who then spoke briefly stating he had been recently elected to the Florida House of Representatives, District 22 which includes Levy County.  Rep. Stone informed everyone his assistance is only a phone call away.

 

 

EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT

 

Bryan W. Koon

State of Florida Director of Emergency Management Presenting a Senior Leadership Briefing.

 

Mark Johnson introduced Bryan Koon, State of Florida Director of Emergency Management to the Board.  Mr. Koon then spoke to the Board and presented an Emergency Management briefing.

 

 

PUBLIC HEARING

 

Shenly Neely, Director

1. Adopt Ordinance 2013-01 amending the schedule of Capital Improvements for Levy County as required annually by Florida Statute.

 

Ms. Neely requested the Board adopt Ordinance 2013-01 amending the schedule of Capital Improvements for Levy County as required annually by Florida Statute.  She then read the Ordinance title into public record.

 

Comm. Bell asked if there was anyone in the audience who wished to speak for or against the Ordinance.  There were none.

 

Comm. Johnson made a motion to adopt Ordinance 2013-01 as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Kelly Jerrels, Road Department Superintendent

1. Adoption of Resolution 2013-01 approving the petition to vacate, abandon, and close a dedicated right of way of NW 50^th Avenue located in Long Pond Oaks Subdivision as requested by Edmund T. and Donna D. Parada.

 

Mr. Jerrels requested Board approval of Resolution 2013-01 for the petition to vacate, abandon, and close a dedicated right of way of NW 50^th Avenue located in Long Pond Oaks Subdivision as requested by Edmund T. and Donna D. Parada.

 

Comm. Bell asked if there was anyone in the audience who wished to speak for or against the petition.  There were none.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve Resolution 2013-01 as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

COLLEGE OF CENTRAL FLORIDA – LEVY CENTER

 

Marilyn Ladner, Provost

1.  Request letter of support for the expansion of the College of Central Florida’s Levy Campus.

 

Ms. Ladner requested a letter of support from the Board for the expansion of the College of Central Florida’s Levy Campus.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve the letter of support for the expansion of the College of Central Florida’s Levy Campus.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1.  Presenting update to Board on progress and future plans.

 

Ms. Ladner gave an update to the Board on the progress and future plans for the College of Central Florida, Levy Center.

 

 

NATURE COAST BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL

 

David Pieklik, Executive Director

Presenting Progress Report.

 

Mr. Pieklik presented a Progress Report to the Board of the Nature Coast Business Development Council.

 

DEPARTMENT REPORTS

 

COUNTY COORDINATOR

 

Fred Moody

Discussion and direction on mileage rates, per diem rate is currently 44.5 cents per mile as adopted with Resolution 2006-35.  IRS standard mileage rates for 2013 have increased and are now 56.5 cents per mile for business miles driven.

 

Mr. Moody requested direction from the Board regarding mileage rates stating the IRS had increased the mileage rate to 56.5 cents per mile for 2013.

 

The Board agreed by Consensus to have a Resolution prepared by Atty. Brown to reflect the mileage rate for Levy County to match the rate adopted by the IRS of 56.5 cents per mile.

 

 

EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT

 

Mark S. Johnson, Director

Request to accept the Agreement for the State Homeland Security Grant Program (SHSGP).

 

Mr. Johnson requested Board approval to accept the Agreement for the State Homeland Security Grant Program (SHSGP).  The Agreement is from October 1, 2012 to April 30, 2014.  This is a cost reimbursement Agreement for costs incurred not to exceed $10,923.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to accept the Agreement for the State Homeland Security Grant Program as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

LEVY COUNTY TRANSIT

 

Connie Conley, General Manager

1. Request approval for Hazard Safety and Security Plan. (HSP)

 

Ms. Conley requested Board approval for the Hazard Safety and Security Plan (HSP).

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve the Hazard Safety and Security Plan as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request approval to amend the project description for 2013 5311 Grant submission.

 

Ms. Conley requested Board approval to amend the project description for the 2013 5311 Grant submission.  She explained a project description was requested by the State before approval.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the amendment for the 2013 5311 Grant submission.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request approval of the revised Form 424 and project description (Exhibit B) for “2012” 5316 Grant application.  The application was submitted January, 2012 due to the lack of Federal funding we were asked to revise the initial request.

 

Ms. Conley requested Board approval of the revised Form 424 and project description (Exhibit B) for the 2012 5316 Grant application which is a 50/50 grant.  Due to the lack of Federal funding they have been asked to revise the initial request.  The initial request was made in the amount of $450,000 and has been revised to request $143,456.

 

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve the revised Form 424 and project description for the 2012 5316 Grant application as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

 LIBRARY

 

Lisa Brasher, Director

Request the appointment of Russell Wells to the PAL Library Co-Op Board for a three year term.

 

Ms. Brasher requested Board approval of Russell Wells to the PAL Library Co-Op Board for a three year term.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve Russell Wells to the PAL Library Co-Op Board for a three year term.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

PUBLIC SAFETY

 

David Knowles, Director

1. Request approval and Chairman’s signature on the Physio Control Technical Services Support Agreement for the Annual Maintenance Agreement on the LifePak defibrillators/heart monitors and AED’s.

 

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval and Chairman’s signature on the Physio Control Technical Services Support Agreement for the Annual Maintenance Agreement on the LifePak defibrillators/heart monitors and AED’s.  The Agreement covers on-site repairs, batter replacement, and labor necessary to restore damaged or defective equipment on the heart monitors used by the Department of Public Safety.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the Chairman’s signature on the Physio Control Technical Services Support Agreement for the Annual Maintenance Agreement as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request Chairman’s signature on the Plum Creek Foundation Grant Application for the purchase of 12 new portable VHF radios.

 

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval for the Chairman’s signature on the Plum Creek Foundation Grant Application which will be used to purchase twelve portable VHF radios.  This will assist the County in becoming compliant with the Federal Communications Commission narrow banding mandate.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the Chairman’s signature on the Plum Creek Foundation Grant Application as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request approval to replace two SUV command staff vehicles.

 

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval to replace two SUV command staff vehicles.  The information listed below reflects the quotes received for one vehicle:

 

Maroone Chrysler,

Pembroke Pines (State Contract)                      2013 Dodge Ram 4×4                          $43,400.00

 

Alan Jay Automotive,

Sebring (State Contract)                                   2013 GMC Sierra 2500HD 4×4           $40,624.00

Scoggins Chevrolet, Chiefland               2013 Chevrolet 2500HD 4×4               $39,871.50

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to purchase the vehicles from Scoggins Chevrolet, the lowest bid, at $39,871.50.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

COUNTY ATTORNEY

 

Anne Bast Brown

1. Request approval of Agreement with SGC Governmental Affairs, LLC for consulting services related to the RESTORE Act.

 

Atty. Brown requested Board approval of the Agreement with SGC Governmental Affairs, LLC for consulting services related to the RESTORE Act.  As requested, Atty. Brown had reviewed and developed an agreement with SGC Governmental Affairs, LLC for review by the Board.

 

Comm. Bell spoke regarding the Agreement with SGC Governmental Affairs, LLC expressing his concerns related to the fees with respect to the size and population of each county involved.

 

After discussion, the Commissioners agreed the cost related to being a part of the RESTORE Act needed to be addressed before making a decision on the Agreement as presented by Atty. Brown.

 

 

NON-AGENDA ITEM

 

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

 

Comm. Meeks then made a motion authorizing the Chair to send a firm letter following the suggested minimum payment of $1,200 and also the authority to go to the $3,182 amount for the six month period.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve the Agreement with SGC Governmental Affairs, LLC as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Discussion and direction on resolution establishing the RESTORE Act Advisory Committee.

 

Atty. Brown presented the Board with Resolution 2013-08 establishing the Levy County RESTORE Act Advisory Committee for discussion and direction.  The resolution creates an advisory committee as directed, with nine members from various disciplines related to allowed uses for RESTORE Act funds.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve Resolution 2013-08 with changes regarding the term limits of those appointed to the Advisory Committee.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

PUBLIC COMMENTS

 

Linda Fugate spoke to the Board and gave an update regarding the construction of a new Williston Branch of the Tax Collector’s Office.

 

Renate Cannon asked Mr. Moody about the North Florida Broadband meeting.

Mr. Moody answered the grant was extended to March 31st.

 

Sallie Ann Collins of Morriston reported of the disappointment with the recent closing of the Senior Center in Williston.  She asked if there was a contract with the Suwannee River Economic Council?

Comm. Bell recommended speaking with Suwannee River Economic Council and Connie Conley offered Ms. Collins the name of a contact person.

 

 

COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS

 

Comm. Johnson stated the Levy County Education Foundation is coming up on February 2^nd at Bronson High School.

 

Comm. Meeks reported he had recently attended a “New Commissioner” orientation.

 

Comm. Bell spoke of the RESTORE Act.

 

 

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 11:29 A.M.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                             BOARD OFCOUNTYCOMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY,FL

 

 

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