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BOCC Regular Meeting November 18, 2014

December 17, 2014 by SuperAdmin

REGULAR MEETING

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

NOVEMBER 18, 2014

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on November 18, 2014 at 9:00 A.M. in the Levy County Board of County Commissioners meeting room with the following Commissioners present:

Chairman John Meeks

Comm. Rock Meeks

Comm. Danny Stevens

Comm. Lilly Rooks

Comm. Mike Joyner

Also present were:

Clerk of Court – Danny J. Shipp

County Attorney – Anne Bast Brown

County Administrator – Fred Moody

Comm. John Meeks called the Meeting to order at 9:00 A.M. Comm. Rock Meeks gave the invocation, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance led by Comm. Stevens.

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	117774-117942
FUND	AMOUNT
GENERAL REVENUE	145,020.73
ROAD	47,041.39
SHIP	10,145.00
PAL LIBRARY	1,597.38
COURT TECH/CRIM PREV	12,162.93
TRANSPORTATION	5,037.47
911	25,585.41
COURT FACILITIES	15.00
PROGRESS ENERGY	2,098.36
EMS	39,236.01
FIRE	13,764.39
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT	4,275.96
UTILITIES	1,258.90
DRUG TASK FORCE	1,217.50
ADD COURT COSTS	5,161.71
IMPACT FEES – EMS	53.08
IMPACT FEES – PARKS	150.21
IMPACT FEES – RD DIST I	1,045.51
CAPITAL PROJECTS	29,678.95
LANDFILL	8,905.99
TOTAL	$ 353,451.88

SWEARING IN OF ELECTED COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

Rock Meeks, District 2

Lilly Rooks, District 4

Judge Browning performed swearing in procedures for the newly elected County Commissioners, Comm. Rock Meeks, District 2 and Comm. Lilly Rooks, District 4.

MINUTES

The minutes for the Regular Board Meeting held on October 7, 2014 and November 4, 2014 were presented for Board approval.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the minutes for the Regular Board Meeting held on October 7, 2014 as presented. Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the minutes for the Regular Board Meeting held on November 4, 2014 as presented. Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

NON-AGENDA ITEM

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

Comm. Stevens made a motion to appoint Comm. John Meeks as Chairman and Comm. Joyner as Vice-Chairman for the remainder of 2014 through the end of 2015. Second was made by Comm. Rock Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

PUBLIC COMMENTS

Renate Cannon stated she wished the meeting room could be as full on every Board Meeting as it is today.

PUBLIC HEARING – DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT

Bill Hammond, Director

Request for adoption of “Order of Approval” or “Order to Deny” for Petition No. SEA 02-14.

Comm. John Meeks asked if any of the Commissioners had any ex-parte communication with the petitioner. [1]Comm. Joyner, [2]Comm. Rooks and [3]Comm. John Meeks stated they had ex-parte communication with the petitioner or staff.

Att. Brown administered swearing-in of those in the audience wishing to speak for or against the petition to he heard.

Mr. Hammond presented Petition No. SEA 02-14 to the Board requesting adoption of “Order of Approval” or “Order to Deny”. EDA Engineers, Surveyors, Planners, Inc. representing B & G Family Partnership, LLLP aka “Prairie Sand”, petitioning the Board for a Special Exception Amendment to SE 4-04 to allow an expansion (third phase “C”) of an existing major mining operation for the excavation of sand for the purpose of commercial sales of construction fill dirt. This application will not include any blasting.

Clay Sweger with EDA Engineers, Surveyors, Planners, Inc. spoke to the Board explaining the proposed expansion of the existing excavation/borrow operation located on a part of the B & G Farm on SR 121.

Sandy Collins also spoke

Comm. Joyner made a motion to adopt the “Order to Approve” for Petition No. SEA 02-14. Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

JORDAN AND ASSOCIATES

Ronald Vanzant, President

Request approval of Change Order #3 to the Construction Contract between Richardson Site Prep, Inc. and Roberto and Debra Tarafa.

Mr. Vanzant requested Board approval of Change Order #3 to the Construction Contract between Richardson Site Prep, Inc. and Roberto and Debra Tarafa. He explained on September 22, 2014, County staff directed the contractor to complete pump-outs of the oversaturated drain-field every four (4) days to ensure effluent discharge into the street. This emergency service resulted in an 11,900 gallon quantity and $4,760 increase to Bid Item #4, Dewatering & Disposal.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve Change Order #3 as presented. Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

Request approval of Modification #5, a budget modification to CDBG Contract #11DB-C5-05-48-01-H05.

Mr. Vanzant requested Board approval of Modification #5, a budget modification to CDBG Contract #11DB-C5-05-48-01-H05. Mr. Vanzant explained the County has $12,000 of unencumbered Temporary Relocation funds which should be reallocated to the Housing Rehabilitation line item to cover costs associated with providing benefit to Client #LC-02 (Tarafa).

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve Modification #5 as requested. Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

LEVY COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE

Mike West, 911 Addressing

Request Chairman’s signature on the E911 State Grant Application.

Mr. West requested the Chairman’s signature on the E911 State Grant Application which will refresh hardware originally installed in 2009 and replace Windows XP which is past end of support.

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve the Chairman’s signature on the E911 State Grant Application as requested. Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Rebecca White

Presentation on resurfacing project on State Road 24 from US 19 to Bronson.

Ms. White presented information to the Board regarding the upcoming resurfacing project on State Road 24 from US 19 to Bronson. She stated the construction is expected to begin November 19^th, weather permitting.

NATURE COAST BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL

David Pieklik, Director

October-November 2014 Progress Report

Mr. Pieklik gave the October-November, 2014 Progress Report to the Board.

Dave Bibby asked if there had been any interest in the Williston Airport Industrial land as he was interested in seeing this area becoming more developed.

Mr. Pieklik answered there had been some interest and he is also interested in seeing this area developed more.

EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT

Mark S. Johnson, Director

Request approval of Amendment #7 to the Duke Energy Contract.

Mr. Johnson requested Board approval of Amendment #7 to the Duke Energy Contract extending the completion date of the Contract from September 30, 2014 to May 29, 2015.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve Amendment #7 to the Duke Energy Contract as requested. Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

Request approval of the Agreement for Professional Services for Technical Assistance Coordination and LMS and CWPP Plan Maintenance between Levy County and the WRPC.

Mr. Johnson requested Board approval of the Agreement for Technical Assistance Coordination and LMS and CWPP Plan Maintenance between Levy County and the WRPC.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the Agreement for Technical Assistance Coordination and LMS and CWPP Plan Maintenance between Levy County and the WRPC as requested. Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

LEVY COUNTY TRANSIT

Connie Conley, General Manager

Request approval of Resolution 2014-59 adopting a new policy for advertising on County Transit vehicles.

Mrs. Conley requested Board approval of Resolution 2014-59 adopting a new policy for advertising on County Transit vehicles; adopting rates for advertisements; approving a form agreement for placement of advertising and authorizing execution of agreements by the County Coordinator.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve Resolution 2014-59 as requested. Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

PUBLIC SAFETY

David Knowles, Director

Request approval to donate one (1) surplus mobile cascade system and six (6) air bottles with regulators to Bradford County.

Chief Knowles requested Board approval to donate one (1) surplus mobile cascade system and six (6) air bottles with regulators to Bradford County.

Comm. Rooks suggested asking Bradford County if they would be willing to pay something for this equipment since it was paid for with taxpayer money.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the donation of one (1) surplus mobile cascade system and six (6) air bottles with regulators to Bradford County as requested. Second was made by Comm. Rock Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Bill Henderson, Jordan Green, Brian Delburn

Request to coordinate with rural counties on upcoming Work Program.

Mr. Green spoke to the Board providing information concerning upcoming projects in the tentative 5-Year Transportation Plan.

PUBLIC COMMENTS

Denise Eckman spoke to the Board regarding NE 140^th Court between Bronson and Williston. She provided signatures on a petition from residents requesting something be done to make the neighborhood safer. Ms. Eckman stated there is a problem with speeding through this particular street and would like to see the speed limit lowered or speed bumps added.

COMMISSIONER’S REPORTS

Comm. Joyner reported the Veteran’s Day Ceremony went well and was well attended on Tuesday evening. The Haven Hospice Event at the Etheridge Cracker House was a successful event.

Comm. Joyner asked the media to continue to make citizens aware of out of state paving and painting company’s scamming operations.

Comm. Rooks stated she was glad to be back.

Comm. Stevens reported the “Light Up Williston” event will be held on December 6^th beginning with the parade at 6:00 P.M. and the Lighting Ceremony will be at 7:30 P.M.

Comm. Rock Meeks reported the Veteran’s Day parade held in Inglis went very well.

Comm. John Meeks provided copies of the 2014 Board Appointments and Department/Committees to each of the Commissioners to review as appointments will need to be made at the next meeting on December 2^nd.

Comm. Meeks read a scam letter which has been sent to various residents in and around Bronson requesting a maintenance fee for the water system and asked everyone to be aware.

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 10:46 A.M.

ATTEST: BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY, FL

___________________________________ ______________________________________

Clerk of Court, Danny J. Shipp Chairman, John Meeks

[1] Ex-Parte, Comm. Joyner

[2] Ex-Parte, Comm. Rooks

[3] Ex-Parte, Comm. John Meeks

BOCC Regular Meeting October 21, 2014

December 17, 2014 by SuperAdmin

REGULAR MEETING

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

OCTOBER 21, 2014

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on October 21, 2014 at 9:00 A.M. in the Levy County Board of County Commissioners meeting room of the Levy County Courthouse with the following Commissioners present:

Chairman Ryan Bell

Comm. John Meeks

Comm. Danny Stevens

Comm. Mike Joyner

Comm. Chad Johnson

Also present were:

County Attorney – Anne Bast Brown

County Administrator – Fred Moody

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

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	117450-117617
FUND	AMOUNT
GENERAL REVENUE	725,656.53
ROAD	80,602.19
SHIP	147.61
PAL LIBRARY	929.85
TRANSPORTATION	40,498.61
COURT FACILITIES	1,004.87
PROGRESS ENERGY	744.36
EMS	43,610.77
FIRE	102,664.24
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT	4,774.65
CDBG	26,114.90
UTILITIES	1,574.07
DRUG TASK FORCE	12,208.14
ADD COURT COSTS	2,665.69
CAPITAL PROJECTS	1,160.03
LANDFILL	65,028.77
TOTAL	$ 1,109,385.28

MINUTES

The minutes for the Public Hearing on September 22, 2014.

The minutes for the Public Hearing held on September 22, 2014 were presented for Board approval.

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve the minutes for the Public Hearing held on September 22, 2014 as presented. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

NON-AGENDA ITEM/ROAD DEPARTMENT

Mr. Greenlee requested Board approval to hear a non-agenda item.

Comm. Meeks made a motion to hear a non-agenda item concerning an alternate proposal to mill CR40. Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES. Comm. Johnson votes NO.

Mr. Greenlee spoke of the resurfacing project of CR 40E in Inglis and called Andrew Carswell of Mills Engineering to speak to the Board. Mr. Carswell stated D.A.B. Constructors, Inc. have made an alternate construction proposal in an effort to alleviate some of the ongoing issues with this roadway. D.A.B. Constructors, Inc. proposes to add milling, up to 1 ½” to remove most of the existing cracking and help reduce the quantity and size of any future reflective cracking.

Atty. Brown stated due the change in the scope of work she would recommend re-bidding if a new scope of work could be written up quickly. She stated amending the original contract would open the Board up to challenges.

William Bachschmidt of D.A.B. Constructors, Inc. spoke to the Board explaining the proposed changes to the contract.

Comm. Stevens stated he had concerns for this change in the contract. He is in favor delaying this project and asking for a change order from the State.

Renate Cannon stated she supported Comm. Stevens’ position regarding the contract.

After discussion, Comm. Joyner made a motion to follow the new scope of work without re-bidding. Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES. Comm. Stevens votes No.

PUBLIC COMMENTS

Tammy Jones, Supervisor of Elections reported to the Board they had been approved for grant funds for the purchase of new voting equipment and $10,808 will be returned to the Board from this recent purchase.

Mrs. Jones announced early voting is open and encouraged everyone to come out to vote.

Mr. Bachschmidt of DAB Construction requested the load limit signs on CR40 in Inglis be changed to reflect the correct weight limit for a culvert at the county line stating the commerce of Inglis is widely affected by this load limit amount. He requested an Ordinance be adopted by the Board and signs be taken down as the load limit is no longer 10 tons and a 13 mile detour for delivery trucks.

LEVY COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE

Sheriff Robert McCallum

Discuss sexual offender/predator housing situation in Levy County.

Sheriff McCallum spoke to the Board requesting authorization for Atty. Brown to inquire into what can be done regarding a sexual offender/predator housing situation in Williston.

Dawn Bease, a neighbor of the residence spoke to the Board expressing her concerns of the housing situation.

Richard Lipman also spoke in favor of something being done regarding this situation.

The Commissioners agreed by consensus to have Atty. Brown research the County’s options regarding this situation.

CITY OF CHIEFLAND

Betty Walker, Vice Mayor

Mary Ellzey, City Manager

Update on Chiefland ALS Non-Transport.

Mary Ellzey spoke to the Board stating Chiefland is ready to move forward with the legal analysis study and will pay 100% of this study.

Betty Walker stated she is looking forward to working with the County regarding the ALS Non-Transport. She also invited everyone to attend the LARC “Ride to Provide” event coming up this Saturday where there will be all you can eat fish dinners for $10.

Comm. Meeks made a motion in which upon the final signing of documents for the City of Chiefland ALS and all obligations have been met, the county would reimburse them for the cost of the study. 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.

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve the Letter of Agreement with Nabors, Giblin. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

DEPARTMENT REPORTS

COUNTY COORDINATOR

Fred Moody

Request approval to adopt Proclamation 2014-56, recognizing the month of November 2014 as Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month as requested by Ms. Alison Strother.

Mr. Moody requested on behalf of Ms. Alison Strother, Board approval to adopt Proclamation 2014-56, recognizing the month of November, 2014 as Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month.

Comm. Joyner made a motion to adopt Proclamation 2014-56 as requested. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

Discuss Levy and Dixie County Oysterman Meeting.

Mr. Moody gave information to the Board regarding a workshop of the Oystermen in Levy and Dixie County planned for Thursday, October 23^rd at 3:00 P.M. to be held at the Dixie County EOC.

ANIMAL SERVICES

David Weatherford, Director

Request approval to advertise and hire a full time staff veterinarian.

Mr. Weatherford requested Board approval to advertise and hire a full time staff veterinarian.

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve advertising for a full time staff veterinarian as requested. Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES. Comm. Johnson votes No.

Ann Larkins stated she would like to see the County provide a “cat room” for the cats housed at Animal Services rather than keeping them in crates during the winter.

Crystal Bell spoke to the Board stating if a “cat room” were provided, the animals would need to be spayed/neutered or separated to prevent breeding.

Deb Infantine spoke in favor of hiring a full time veterinarian.

PUBLIC SAFETY

David Knowles, Director

Request Board approval to purchase equipment for the department.

Chief Knowles requested Board approval to purchase the following equipment for the department:

Four (4) Physio-Control LifePak 1000 AED’s with approval to trade-in 3 (three) obsolete AED’s

Two (2) Thermal Imaging Cameras (TIC’s)

Four (4) Self Contained Breathing Apparatuses (SBCA’s)

Eleven (11) face-pieces for new members

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve the above listed purchases for the Department of Public Safety as requested. Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

Request approval to purchase a command module.

Chief Knowles requested Board approval to purchase a command module for the replacement administration vehicle previously approved at the October 4, 2014 meeting. The command module will be purchased from Odyssey Specialty Vehicles in the amount of $5,633.

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve the purchase of a command module for the replacement administration vehicle as requested. Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

Request Board approval to purchase a custom, all terrain responder (ATR) UTV.

Chief Knowles requested Board approval to purchase a custom, all terrain responder (ATR) UTV. The bids received are as follows:

Quality Emergency Vehicles $18,000

All Terrain Responder $32,962

ETR, LLC $44,000

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the purchase of a custom, all terrain responder (ATR) UTV from Quality Emergency Vehicles, the low bidder as requested. Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

Request approval to purchase fire hose under the Florida Forest Service Volunteer Fire Assistance Grant guidelines.

Chief Knowles requested Board approval to purchase fire hose under the Florida Forest Service Volunteer Assistance Grant guidelines. This is a 50/50 grant in which the county receives a 50% reimbursement after the purchase has been made. The bids received are as follows:

NAFECO $11,943.64

Municipal Equipment Company, LLC $12,612.00

Ten-8 Fire Equipment, Inc. $14,733.60

Hall-Mark Fire Apparatus $14,070.80

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the purchase of fire hose from NAFECO, the low bidder as requested. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

Request Board’s approval to accept a donation of an E-One Fire Engine and a Chevrolet Tahoe from Marion County Fire Rescue.

Chief Knowles requested Board approval to accept the donation of an E-One Fire Engine and a Chevrolet Tahoe from Marion County Fire Rescue. The Fire Engine will replace an older model Fire Engine for use primarily as a training unit and the Chevrolet Tahoe will replace a 1988 SUV currently used by LCDPS logistics.

Comm. Meeks made a motion to accept the donation of an E-One Fire Engine and a Chevrolet Tahoe from Marion County Fire Rescue as requested. Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

Request Board approval and Chairman’s signature on the Termination Agreement between ZOLL Data Systems and Levy County.

Chief Knowles requested Board approval and Chairman’s signature on the Termination Agreement between ZOLL Data Systems and Levy County.

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve with the Chairman’s signature on the Termination Agreement between Zoll Data Systems and Levy County as requested. Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

Request approval and Chairman’s signature on the License Agreement between American Tower Management, LLC and Levy County.

Chief Knowles requested Board approval and Chairman’s signature on the License Agreement between American Tower Management, LLC and Levy County.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve with Chairman’s signature on the License Agreement between American Tower Management, LLC and Levy County. Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

COUNTY ATTORNEY

Anne Bast Brown

Request Board consideration on a settlement offer on Second Mortgage for Robert J. Harris, Jr., and if accepted, authorize execution of Satisfaction of Mortgage contingent on receipt of settlement funds.

Atty. Brown requested Board consideration on a settlement offer of $500 regarding a Second Mortgage for Robert J. Harris, Jr., and if accepted, authorize execution of a Satisfaction of Mortgage contingent on receipt of settlement funds.

After discussion, Comm. Meeks made a motion to make a counter offer of $1,500 and if the amount is accepted authorize execution of a Satisfaction of Mortgage upon receipt of funds. Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

Request approval of Settlement Agreement and General Release of Briggs v Board of County Commissioners of Levy County, et al, Case No. 1:14-cv-00016-MW-CRG (N.D. Fla).

Atty. Brown requested Board approval of a Settlement Agreement and General Release of Briggs v Board of County Commissioners of Levy County, et al, Case No. 1:14-cv-0016-MW-CRG (N.D. Fla.) in the amount of $75,000. This Settlement Agreement will settle litigation filed by a former employee against the County and against another employee. Funds to pay the settlement amount will be provided entirely by the County’s excess insurance carrier.

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve the Settlement Agreement and General Release as requested. Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

Request approval of Resolution 2014-58 supporting the University of Florida’s RESTORE Act application.

Atty. Brown requested Board approval of Resolution 2014-58 supporting the University of Florida’s RESTORE Act application.

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve Resolution 2014-58 as requested. Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

PUBLIC COMMENTS

Renate Cannon spoke to the Board requesting information on the All Terrain Responder (ATR) UTV vehicle approved for the Department of Public Safety.

COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS

Comm. Johnson reminded everyone of the Levy County Education Foundation Wild Beast Feast coming up this Saturday at the Etheridge Cracker House near Williston.

Comm. Joyner reminded everyone of the Morriston Baptist Church Fall Festival coming up this Saturday.

Comm. Meeks reminded everyone of the LARC “Ride to Provide” event this Saturday.

NON-AGENDA ITEM

Comm. Bell asked the Board to consider making a motion to hear a non-agenda item concerning the appointment of a Commissioner to the RESTORE Act.

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

Comm. Johnson made a motion to appoint Comm. Meeks to the RESTORE Act through the end of the year in place of Comm. Bell. Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

Reminder: FDOT Public Information Meeting regarding Cedar Key Bridge Replacements October 27, 2014 from 4:30 P.M. to 6:30 P.M., at the Cedar Key Community Center, 809 6^th Street, Cedar Key, FL.

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 10:41 A.M.

ATTEST: BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY, FL

___________________________________ ______________________________________

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

BOCC Special Meeting September 30, 2014

November 19, 2014 by SuperAdmin

SPECIAL MEETING

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

SEPTEMBER 30, 2014

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on September 30, 2014 at 9:00 A.M. in the Levy County Board of County Commissioners meeting room of the Levy County Courthouse with the following Commissioners present:

Chairman Ryan Bell

Comm. John Meeks

Comm. Danny Stevens

Comm. Mike Joyner

Also present were:

Danny J. Shipp – Clerk of Court

County Attorney – Anne Bast Brown

County Administrator – Fred Moody

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

EXPENDITURES

CHECK NUMBER	117191-117384
FUND	AMOUNT
GENERAL REVENUE	107,815.44
ROAD	92,354.11
SHIP	152.00
PAL LIBRARY	24,765.68
TRANSPORTATION	1,013.07
COURT FACILITIES	3,930.60
PROGRESS ENERGY	126.41
EMS	85,466.54
FIRE	40,579.10
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT	1,170.69
UTILITIES	1,160.45
DRUG TASK FORCE	12,758.48
CAPITAL PROJECTS	72,006.79
LANDFILL	5,858.69
TOTAL	$ 449,158.05

CLERK OF COURT

Sheila Rees, Chief Deputy/Finance Director

Final Expenditures for Fiscal Year 2013-2014.

Mrs. Rees requested Board approval of the Final Expenditures for Fiscal Year 2013-2014.

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve the Final Expenditures for Fiscal Year 2013-2014 as presented. Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

Adopt Resolution 2014-54 to amend the Final 2013-2014 Budget.

Mrs. Rees Requested Board approval of Resolution 2014-54 to amend the Final 2013-2014 Budget.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve Resolution 2014-54 as presented. Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

LEVY COUNTY TRANSIT

Connie Conley, General Manager

Request approval to donate Mobile Data Centers to Suwannee Valley Transit Authority in Live Oak.

Ms. Conley requested Board approval to donate Mobile Data Centers which are no longer in use to Suwannee Valley Transit Authority in Live Oak.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve donation of Mobile Data Centers to Suwannee Valley Transit Authority in Live Oak as requested. Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

Request approval of Resolution 2014-52, authorizing the filing of a Shirley Conroy Rural Capital Assistance Program Grant with the Florida Commission for the Transportation Disadvantaged, in the amount of $79,490.00 for the purchase of a stretcher equipped bus.

Mrs. Conley requested Board approval of Resolution 2014-52, authorizing the filing of a Shirley Conroy Rural Capital Assistance Program Grant with the Florida Commission for the Transportation Disadvantaged in the amount of $79,490 for the purchase of a stretcher equipped bus.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve Resolution 2014-52 as requested. Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

ROAD DEPARTMENT

Bruce Greenlee, Administrative Road Superintendent

Request approval for yearly bid items that were re-advertized.

Mr. Greenlee requested Board approval for awards to purchase yearly bid supplies which were re-advertized:

Safety Items Safety Products & Safety Zone

Galvanized Culvert Pipe Metal Culverts

Porta Potty Jones Plumbing

Comm. Meeks made a motion to award the bids for the re-advertized items as listed above. Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

Request permission to present quotes for bulldozer repair/parts.

Mr. Greenlee presented quotes received for bulldozer repair/parts as listed below:

Florida Track & Power, Inc. $ 5,485.00

Heavyquip $ 5,189.34

Ring Power $10,620.91

Mr. Greenlee requested the bid be awarded to Florida Track & Power, Inc. as they were able to promise a much quicker turnaround than the other two bidders and they have been satisfied working with this company in the past.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to award the bid to Florida Track & Power, Inc. as requested. Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

NON-AGENDA ITEM

Mr. Moody requested the Board hear a non-agenda item concerning the Guardian ad Litem lease renewal.

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

Mr. Moody presented information to the Board regarding the Guardian ad Litem lease with Hudson Properties. The lease amount is split with Gilchrist County at 70% and Levy County at 30%. The amount for Levy County is $700.00 per month, which is the same as last year.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the renewal of the lease with Hudson Properties as presented. Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

Mr. Moody stated there will be a meeting held by FDOT for public input at the Cedar Key Community Center on October 27^th from 4:30 P.M. to 6:30 P.M. regarding the three bridges in Cedar Key.

Comm. Bell asked if anyone had any Public Comment. There were none.

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 9:18 A.M.

ATTEST: BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY, FL

___________________________________ ______________________________________

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

BOCC Regular Meeting November 4, 2014

November 19, 2014 by SuperAdmin

REGULAR MEETING

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

NOVEMBER 4, 2014

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on November 4, 2014 at 9:00 A.M. at the Bronson Hilltop School meeting room with the following Commissioners present:

Chairman Ryan Bell

Comm. John Meeks

Comm. Danny Stevens

Comm. Mike Joyner

Comm. Chad Johnson

Also present were:

County Attorney – Anne Bast Brown

County Administrator – Fred Moody

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

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	117618-117773
FUND	AMOUNT
GENERAL REVENUE	1,383,547.26
ROAD	135,239.22
PAL LIBRARY	3,785.03
TRANSPORTATION	248.11
911	11,845.25
COURT FACILITIES	6.00
PROGRESS ENERGY	7,620.51
EMS	58,258.22
FIRE	71,011.00
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT	11,434.82
UTILITIES	152.69
DRUG TASK FORCE	381.77
CAPITAL PROJECTS	34,775.80
LANDFILL	17,082.34
TOTAL	$ 1,735,388.02

MINUTES

The minutes for the Special Board Meeting held on September 30, 2014 were presented for Board approval.

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve the minutes for the Special Board Meeting held on September 30, 2014 as presented. Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

LEVY COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE

Sheriff Robert McCallum

Request approval of the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant for 2015 in the amount of $46,990.00.

Sheriff McCallum requested Board acceptance of the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant for 2015 in the amount of $46,990 for a project entitled Levy Multi-Jurisdictional Drug Task Force 23.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to accept the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant as presented. Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

Sheriff McCallum also explained to everyone the reason for the unusually large amount of traffic at the Courthouse stating there is a two-week trial beginning this week and Jury selection began on Monday.

HAVEN HOSPICE

Vondla Sullivan, Volunteer Coordinator

Request approval of Proclamation 2014-57 recognizing November, 2014 as National Hospice/Palliative Care Month.

Ms. Sullivan requested Board approval of Proclamation 2014-57 recognizing November, 2014 as National Hospice/Palliative Care month.

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve Proclamation 2014-57 recognizing November, 2014 as National Hospice/Palliative Care month as requested.

Ms. Sullivan gave an update on the upcoming event, “Fall at the Ranch” stating tickets are still available for $75 each. The event will take place this Saturday at the Etheridge Cracker House in Williston beginning at 5:30 P.M.

Ms. Sullivan also spoke of a Veteran’s event this Friday at Haven Hospice in Chiefland stating it will be attended by Ruvio, Perry and Stone from 10:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M. Lunch will be included and there will be music by the Philman Band.

INGLIS RECREATION COMMITTEE

Deb Ball, Chairman

Request road closure to accommodate the annual Christmas Parade on Saturday, December 13, 2014 starting at 4:00 P.M.

Ms. Ball requested Board approval for road closure of HWY 40 W. in Inglis to accommodate the Annual Christmas Parade on Saturday, December 13, 2014. The parade will begin at 4:00 P.M.

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve road closure for the Annual Christmas Parade in Inglis as requested. Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

DEPARTMENT REPORTS

COUNTY COORDINATOR

Fred Moody

Request Board direction on our continued participation with North Florida Economic Development Partnership, membership dues of $4,033.90.

Mr. Moody requested Board direction regarding continued participation with the North Florida Economic Development Partnership. The dues are now calculated at a rate of $.10 per capita instead of the previous rate of $.05 per capita making the current year’s amount due $4,033.90.

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve continued participation with North Florida Economic Development Partnership as presented. Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

Request approval to purchase (3) vehicles from Chiefland Ford.

Mr. Moody requested Board approval for the purchase of (3) vehicles. They will be for the Planning Department, Code Enforcement, and Building & Zoning. The bids received are as follows:

Chiefland Ford $19,866 each (Ford Escape)

Scoggins Chevrolet $20,769 each (Chevrolet Equinox)

Mr. Moody recommended making the purchase from Chiefland Ford, the lowest bid.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the purchase of three (3) vehicles from Chiefland Ford as requested. Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

Request appointment for interim Chair for November 19, 2014 Board meeting.

Mr. Moody requested the Board appoint an interim Chairman for the November 19, 2014 Board meeting.

Comm. Bell passed the gavel to Vice Chairman Johnson and made a motion to appoint Comm. Meeks as the interim Chairman for the November 19, 2014 meeting as well as through the end of the calendar year.

Mr. Moody recommended a Vice Chairman be appointed with the Chairman if appointing for the remainder of the year.

Comm. Bell amended his motion to add the appointment of Comm. Stevens as Vice Chairman through the end of the calendar year. Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES. Comm. Stevens votes NO.

Vice Chairman Johnson returns the gavel back to Chairman Bell to continue the remainder of the meeting.

LEVY COUNTY TRANSIT

Connie Conley, General Manager

Request Board approval for Amendment #9 for Medicaid NET to extend services until February 28, 2015.

Mr. Moody requested on behalf of Ms. Conley Board approval for Amendment #9 for Medicaid NET (Non-Emergency Transport) to extend services until February 28, 2015.

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve Amendment #9 for Medicaid NET extending services until February 28, 2015 as requested. Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

PUBLIC SAFETY

David Knowles, Director

Request Board approval to purchase three (3) radio dispatch consoles from ICOM America.

Chief Knowles requested Board approval to purchase three (3) radio dispatch consoles from ICOM America in the amount of $70,527.73.

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve the purchase of three (3) radio dispatch consoles from ICOM America as requested. Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

Request approval to purchase pagers under the Florida Forest Service Volunteer Fire Assistance Grant guidelines.

Chief Knowles requested Board approval for the purchase of pagers from Ashtin Communications in the amount of $7,381.75 under the Florida Forest Service Volunteer Fire Assistance Grant guidelines as they had received approval from the Florida Forest Service for the 50/50 grant submitted in January, 2014. The 50% will be reimbursed to the Board after purchase is made.

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve the purchase of pagers under the Florida Forest Service Volunteer Fire Assistance Grant as requested. Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

Request approval to purchase one (1) replacement supervisor vehicle; one (1) rescue body from Emergency Vehicles, Inc. in Lake Park, FL; and one (1) 2015 Dodge 400 4×4 chassis from Auto Nation.

Chief Knowles requested Board approval to purchase one (1) replacement supervisor vehicle; one (1) rescue body from Emergency Vehicles, Inc. in the amount of $84,936 and one (1) 2015 Dodge 4500 4×4 chassis from Auto Nation in the amount of $38,676. Chief Knowles explained Auto Nation will ship the chassis to the vehicles manufacturer, EVI in Lake Park, FL. The bids received are as follows:

Rescue Unit (box) only 2015 Dodge 4500 4×4 Chassis

Spartan ERV $89,309 Alan Jay $40,058

Hall-Mark $96,490 Auto Nation $38,676

EVI $84,936 Beck $41,504

Comm. Stevens made a motion to for the purchase of one (1) rescue body from Emergency Vehicles, Inc. and one (1) 2015 Dodge 4500 4×4 chassis from Auto Nation as requested. Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES. Comm. Johnson votes NO.

Request approval to purchase an enclosed trailer from Southeastern Trailer Distributors.

Chief Knowles requested Board approval to purchase an enclosed trailer from Southeastern Trailer Distributors. The trailer will be used to haul miscellaneous equipment including lawn equipment and the ATR UTV previously approved for purchase. The bids received are as follows:

Southeastern Trailer $4,200

Texas Trailer $5,749

Triple Crown Trailers $4,649

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the purchase of an enclosed trailer from Southeastern Trailer Distributors in Ocala, FL as requested. Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

Request Board approval to expend funds from the EMS Impact Fee Fund.

Chief Knowles requested Board approval to expend funds from the EMS Impact Fee Fund for the construction/remodel of the Morriston Fire Station to house a 24 hour EMS transport crew.

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve the request to expend funds from the EMS Impact Fee Fund for the construction/remodel of the Morriston Fire Station as requested. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

Award Presentation.

Chief Knowles presented awards to each of the Commissioners and Mr. Moody from the Department of Public Safety.

COUNTY ATTORNEY

Anne Bast Brown

Request consideration of settlement counter-offer on Second Mortgage for Robert J. Harris, Jr., and if accepted, authorize execution of Satisfaction of Mortgage contingent on receipt of settlement funds.

Atty. Brown requested consideration by the Board of a settlement counter-offer on a Second Mortgage for Robert J. Harris, Jr. in the amount of $800.

Comm. Johnson made a motion to accept the offer of $800 and authorize execution of a Satisfaction of Mortgage as presented. Second was made by Comm. Joyner.

After discussion, Comm. Joyner withdrew his Second.

The motion then dies for lack of a Second.

Comm. Joyner then made a motion to make a counter-offer of $1,000. Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

PUBLIC COMMENT

McQueen reminded everyone of the County Veteran’s Day Parade this weekend in Inglis at 11:00 A.M.

Two-Hawk Hammock will be the location for a mini Circus on Carol November 22^nd. There will also be a celebration event in Williston on Veteran’s Day at Heritage Park.

Renate Cannon requested clarification of who will be the interim Chairman and Vice-Chairman.

Comm. Bell explained Comm. Meeks will be the Chairman and Comm. Stevens will be Vice-Chairman until the end of the calendar year.

Comm. Meeks made a presentation of plaques in appreciation to Comm. Johnson and Comm. Bell on behalf of the Commissioners and staff.

C.W. Gilbert spoke with high regards of the outgoing Chairman and Vice-Chairman.

Dana Sheffield also had a positive statement regarding the Chairman and Vice-Chairman.

Mr. Moody stated on November 18^th at the next Regular Board Meeting, Judge Browning will swear in the new Commissioners at the beginning of the meeting.

COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS

Comm. Meeks announced the AmVets post in Bronson will be placing flags on the graves of Veterans at Rosemary Cemetery on Veteran’s Day at 11:00 A.M. Comm. Meeks reminded everyone to thank a Vet for their service.

Comm. Stevens thanked Comm. Bell and Comm. Johnson for their service.

Comm. Joyner reminded everyone of the Haven Hospice event to take place this Saturday beginning at 5:30 P.M. at the Etheridge Cracker House in Williston.

Comm. Bell announced the Student Government for Chiefland Middle-High School will be hosting its annual Pie Auction on Thursday, November 20^th at 6:00 P.M. at the High School Cafeteria.

NON-AGENDA ITEM

Comm. Bell spoke on the topic of legal advertising by the County in the local newspapers and asked if the Board wished to consider taking action.

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

After discussion, Comm. Bell passed the gavel to Vice-Chairman Johnson and made a motion to offer a contract starting in 2015 for a four (4) year cycle to whomever bids the lowest rate per column inch for all publications and whoever is awarded would get the tax roll printing for the same term. Second was made by Comm. Stevens. The votes were as follows:

YES NO

Comm. Bell Comm. Joyner

Comm. Stevens Comm. Meeks

Comm. Johnson

The MOTION CARRIES.

Vice Chairman Johnson returns the gavel back to Chairman Bell to continue the remainder of the meeting.

Comm. Johnson thanked citizens and those who have helped his growth and development as a Commissioner.

Comm. Bell thanked everyone for his opportunity to serve the citizens of the County.

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 10:50 A.M.

ATTEST: BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY, FL

___________________________________ ______________________________________

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

BOCC Regular Meeting October 7, 2014

November 19, 2014 by SuperAdmin

REGULAR MEETING

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

OCTOBER 7, 2014

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on October 7, 2014 at 9:00 A.M. in the Levy County Board of County Commissioners meeting room of the Levy County Courthouse with the following Commissioners present:

Chairman Ryan Bell

Comm. John Meeks

Comm. Danny Stevens

Comm. Mike Joyner

Comm. Chad Johnson

Also present were:

Clerk of Court – Danny J. Shipp

County Attorney – Anne Bast Brown

County Administrator – Fred Moody

Comm. Bell called the Meeting to order at 9:06 A.M. Comm. Joyner gave the invocation, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance led by Comm. Meeks.

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	117385-117449
FUND	AMOUNT
GENERAL REVENUE	1,707,550.14
ROAD	4,359.57
SHIP	23,030.00
PAL LIBRARY	22,769.83
TRANSPORTATION	1,738.04
911	11,845.25
COURT FACILITIES	75.00
EMS	13,387.35
FIRE	1,126.64
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT	349.69
LANDFILL	509.31
TOTAL	$ 1,786,740.82

MINUTES

The minutes for the Public Hearing held on September 11, 2014 and the Regular Meeting held on September 16, 2014 were presented for Board approval.

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve the minutes for the Public Hearing on September 11^th and the Regular Meeting on September 16^th as presented. Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

PUBLIC COMMENTS

Renate Cannon questioned why the two (2) ALS trucks are not State Certified.

Chief Knowles answered under Florida Statute an ALS First Response 911 Unit is required to be State Certified. These two vehicles are not a 911 initial response vehicle. They are for disaster situations, supervision and for carrying extra supplies, therefore are not required to be State Certified.

Terry Witt spoke regarding Chief Knowles’ answer and asked why not certify these vehicles as ALS non-transport units?

Chief Knowles answered this was something he had asked after the last State inspection and he was told this was not necessary.

COUNTY ATTORNEY

Anne Bast Brown

Request a motion to confirm the Director of Animal Services Department and all Animal Services officers (Animal Services Office I and II) have been appointed through their job descriptions and duties as agents for the purpose of investigating violations of any provision of Chapter 828, Fla. Stat.

Atty. Brown requested a motion by the Board confirming the Director of Animal Services and all Animal Services officers have been appointed through their job descriptions and duties as agents for the purpose of investigating violations of any provisions of Chapter 828, Fla. Stat.

Comm. Stevens mad a motion confirming the Director of Animal Services and all Animal Services officers have been appointed through their job descriptions and duties as stated above. Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

Request a motion to grant authorization to County Attorney, at the request and in cooperation with the Animal Services Department, to file petitions on behalf of County under s. 828.073, Fla. Stat., without further approval from the Board, to seek hearings and ultimately court orders to remove animals from situations where they are in distress, neglected, abused, or otherwise mistreated, in order to provide protection and appropriate and humane disposition and any further relief allowed by s. 828.073, Fla. Stat.

Atty. Brown requested a motion by the Board to grant authorization for her, at the request and in cooperation with the Animal Services Department, to file petitions on behalf of the County without further approval from the Board, to seek hearings and ultimately court orders to remove animals from situations where they are in distress, neglected, abused, or otherwise mistreated.

Comm. Joyner made a motion granting authorization for the County Attorney, at the request and in cooperation with the Animal Services Department, to file petitions to remove animals from situations as requested. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

LEVY COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE

Mike West, 911 Addressing

Request approval and signature on CenturyLink Centurion and Evergreen Maintenance Agreement.

Mr. West requested Board approval and the Chairman’s signature on the CenturyLink Centurion and Evergreen Maintenance Agreement. The agreements provide yearly maintenance for the PSAP equipment and software and the cost is covered by the Rural County Grant received in May of this year.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve with the Chairman’s signature the CenturyLink Centurion and Evergreen Maintenance Agreement as requested. Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

JORDAN AND ASSOCIATES

Ronald Vanzant, President

Request Board consideration and approval of Change Order #2 to the Construction Contract between Richardson Site Prep., Inc. and Roberto and Debra Tarafa.

Mr. Vanzant presented for Board approval Change Order #2 to the Construction Contract between Richardson Site Prep., Inc. and Roberto and Debra Tarafa for installation of an under-drain system. The total cost for Change Order #2 is $14,865.90.

Jay Nordquist with GSE Engineering spoke to the Board explaining the under-drain system.

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve Change Order #2 as presented. Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

NATURE COAST BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL

David Pieklik, Director

Request approval of Nature Coast Business Development Council contract with Levy County for Fiscal Year 2014-2015.

Mr. Pieklik requested Board approval of the Nature Coast Business Development Council contract with Levy County for Fiscal Year 2014-2015.

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve the Nature Coast Business Development Council contract as requested. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

MARION REGIONAL MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION

Rob Adamiak, Executive Director

Request approval of Proclamation 2014-50, recognizing the month of October, 2014 as Florida Manufacturing Month.

Mr. Adamiak requested Board approval of Proclamation 2014-50, recognizing the month of October, 2014 as Florida Manufacturing Month.

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve Proclamation 2014-50 as requested. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

DEPARTMENT REPORTS

COUNTY COORDINATOR

Fred Moody

Request approval of Resolution 2014-55 certifying that Levy County meets criteria for reduction of Department of Environmental Protection and Water Management District Fees.

Mr. Moody requested Board approval of Resolution 2014-55 certifying Levy County meets criteria for reduction of DEP and Water Management District Fees.

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve Resolution 2014-55 as requested. Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

Request approval of Agreement between Levy County and Preble-Rish, Inc. for engineering and related service for utilities to include the task order marked Attachment “A” and authorize Fred Moody, County Coordinator, to sign the RIVER grant application on behalf of the Levy County Board of County Commissioners.

Moody requested Board approval of the Agreement between Levy County and Preble-Rish, Inc. for engineering and related services for utilities to include the task order marked Attachment “A” and authorize Fred Moody, County Coordinator, to sign the RIVER grant application on behalf of the Levy County Board of County Commissioners.

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve the Agreement and authorize Mr. Moody to sign the RIVER grant application as requested. Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

Request approval of Runway 5-23 Improvement Plan by Passero Associates, LLC for the George T. Lewis Airport in Cedar Key.

Mr. Moody requested Board approval of the Runway 5-23 Improvement Plan by Passero Associates, LLC for the George T. Lewis Airport in Cedar Key. The cost of $80,000 will come from the $750,000 Joint Participation Agreement the County has with DOT.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the Runway 5-23 Improvement Plan as requested. Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

Request approval of Grants Coordinator position.

Mr. Moody requested Board approval of a Grants Coordinator Position stating up to $50,000 has been budgeted for this positions salary.

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve the Grants Coordinator Position as requested. Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

Discuss and direction regarding City of Chiefland’s request in determining what percentage of $11,0000 for the legal analysis/study for the Chiefland Advanced Life Support Non-Transport Levy County is willing to share with the City and if the County is willing to accept monthly payments for the City’s share.

Mr. Moody requested direction from the Board regarding the City of Chiefland’s request in determining what percentage of $11,000 for the legal analysis/study for the Chiefland ALS Non-Transport Levy County is willing to share with the City and if the County is willing to accept monothly payments for the City’s share.

After discussion, Comm. Joyner made a motion to deny the request made by the City of Chiefland. Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES. Comm. Johnson votes NO.

CORRESPONDENCE

Satori Days

Request approval for the re-appointment of Marlon Gayle, Levy County’s Housing Planner, as the Public Sector Representative for the Central Florida Community Action Agency Board of Directors.

Ms. Days requested the re-appointment of Marlon Gayle, Levy County’s Housing Planner, as the Public Sector Representative for the Central Florida Community Action Agency Board of Directors.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to re-appoint Marlon Gayle as the Public Representative for the Central Florida Community Action Agency Board of Directors as requested. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

PLANNING

Shenley Neely, Planning Director

Request approval of the Levy County Service Agreement with the Withlacoochee Regional Planning Council (WRPC) for services needed through September 30, 2015.

Ms. Neely requested Board approval of the Levy County Service Agreement with the Withlacoochee Regional Planning Council (WRPC) for services needed through September 30, 2015.

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve the Levy County Service Agreement with the WRPC as requested. Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

Request approval of Deferred Payment Loan Agreement for Joseph J. Barr – PA #523 in the amount of $8,990.00.

Ms. Neely requested Board approval of the Deferred Payment Loan Agreement for Joseph J. Barr – PA #523 in the amount of $8,990.00.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the Deferred Payment Loan Agreement for Joseph J. Barr as requested. Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

SOLID WASTE

Benny Jerrels, Director

Request approval for the renewal of Levy County’s service agreement with the Withlacoochee Regional Planning Council for the new fiscal year 2014-2015.

Ms. Neely requested on behalf of Mr. Jerrels Board approval for renewal of Levy County’s Service Agreement with the Withlacoochee Regional Planning Council for the new fiscal year 2014-2015.

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve the renewal of Levy County’s Service Agreement with the Withlacoochee Regional Planning Council for the new fiscal year 2014-2015 as requested. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

PUBLIC SAFETY

David Knowles, Director

Request approval from the Board and Chairman’s signature on the Levy County Department of Public Safety (EMS) Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity (COPCN).

Chief Knowles requested Board approval with the Chairman’s signature on the Levy County Department of Public Safety (EMS) Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity (COPCN).

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the Levy County Department of Public Safety (EMS) Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity (COPCN) with the Chairman’s signature. Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

Request approval and proceed with a contract between Staley Construction Group, Inc. and Levy County for the Morriston Fire Station remodel.

Chief Knowles requested Board approval to proceed with a contract between Staley Construction Group, Inc. and Levy County for the Morriston Fire Station remodel in the amount of $49,100 per their previous bid.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve proceeding with the contract between Staley Construction Group, Inc. and Levy County for the Morriston Fire Station remodel as requested. Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

Request Board approval to purchase one (1) washer/extractor.

Chief Knowles requested Board approval to purchase one (1) washer/extractor. The bids received for this item are as follows:

Steiner Atlantic Corp. $8,030

Industrial Laundry Services $8,610

Southeastern Laundry Equipment $8,954

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the purchase of (1) washer/extractor from Steiner Atlantic Corp., the lowest bid. Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

Request approval to purchase one (1) replacement vehicle for LCDPS Administration.

Chief Knowles requested Board approval to purchase one (1) replacement vehicle for LCDPS Administration. The bids received for a Chevrolet 4×4 Tahoe are as follows:

Scoggins Chevrolet $32,160

Garber Automall $31,660

Beck Auto Group $33,319

Chief Knowles requested approval to make the purchase from Scoggins Chevrolet.

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve the purchase of (1) replacement vehicle, a Chevrolet 4×4 Tahoe for the LCDPS Administration from Scoggins Chevrolet as requested. Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

Request approval to trade in two (2) ambulance patient modules and purchase two (2) new Type III Ambulance units, three (3) IV pumps, two (2) ventilators, and nine (9) wireless modems for the EMS transport units.

Chief Knowles requested Board approval to trade in two (2) ambulance patient modules (retain ownership of chassis) and 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 $264,480; three (3) IV pumps, two (2) ventilators, and nine (9) wireless modems for the EMS transport units.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the trade in and purchase of two (2) new Type III Ambulance units from Emergency Tactical Rescue Vehicles in Sanford, Florida, three (3) IV pumps, two (2) ventilators, and nine (9) wireless modems as requested. Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

ROAD DEPARTMENT

Bruce Greenlee, Administrative Road Superintendent

Request approval for Resolution 2014-53 authorizing the execution of a Construction and Maintenance Agreement with the Florida Department of Transportation for sidewalk construction along CR40 from Yankeetown General Store to the end of sidewalk in Levy County, FL (Financial Project ID 428901-01).

Mr. Greenlee requested Board approval of Resolution 2014-53 authorizing the execution of a Construction and Maintenance Agreement with the Florida Department of Transportation for sidewalk construction along CR40 from Yankeetown General Store to the end of sidewalk in Levy County, FL (Financial Project ID 428901-01).

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve Resolution 2014-53 as requested. Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

Request approval to re-surface NE 55^th Street (LCR 1080).

Request approval to pave SE 18^th Lane (MT 304) in Whispering Oaks Subdivision.

Request approval to pave SE 185^th Ave (MT 304) in Whispering Oaks Subdivision.

Mr. Greenlee requested Board approval to re-surface NE 55^th Street (LCR 1080) and to approve paving of SE 18^th Lane (MT 304) and SE 185^th Avenue (MT 304) in Whispering Oaks Subdivision.

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve the re-surfacing of NE 55^th Street and paving of SE 18^th Lane and SE 185^th Avenue as requested. Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

PUBLIC COMMENTS

Renate Cannon questioned the status of the RESTORE Act.

Atty. Brown answered the Treasury Department had issued their final ruling which should be effective the middle of October. The trial for the fines for the other entities will enter its third and final phase in January. This may take some time.

Ms. Cannon also asked if there was a date set for the next Legislative Delegation.

Comm. Bell answered a date has not been set at this time.

COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS

Comm. Johnson reminded everyone the Levy County Education Foundation Beast Feast will be on October 25^th at the Etheridge Cracker House in Williston at 6:00 P.M.

Comm. Joyner reminded everyone the Morriston Baptist Church Fall Festival and Fish Fry will also be going happening on October 25^th.

Comm. Stevens stated the LARC Ride to Provide event will be on October 25^th.

Comm. Bell thanked everyone who helped in making the 2^nd Levy County Animal Services Animal Adoption event successful.

NON AGENDA ITEM

Comm. Bell requested a non-agenda item be heard.

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

Comm. Bell asked if the Board would place one of the other Commissioners as an alternate to serve on the VAB in the event any of the petitions go beyond the election date of November 4^th, as he will no longer be serving on this Board.

Comm. Joyner made a motion to place Comm. Meeks as an interim member to serve on the VAB following November 4^th, if necessary until the end of the calendar year. Second was made by Comm. Meeks.

After Mr. Shipp pointed out the new Commissioners would not officially take office until November 18^th, Comm. Joyner amended his motion to reflect the date Comm. Meeks would begin as interim member to serve on the VAB. Second was amended by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 11:28 A.M.

ATTEST: BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY, FL

___________________________________ ______________________________________

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

BOCC Public Hearing – September 22, 2014

October 23, 2014 by SuperAdmin

PUBLIC HEARING

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

SEPTEMBER 22, 2014

The Public Hearing of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on September 22, 2014 at 6:00 P.M. in Courtroom A of the Levy County Courthouse 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

Clerk of Court – Danny J. Shipp

County Administrator – Fred Moody

Comm. Bell called the Public Hearing to order at 6:00 P.M. Comm. Johnson gave the invocation, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance led by Comm. Meeks.

Set Millage Rate

Comm. Bell stated the proposed millage rate is 8.2741 and asked if there was anyone in the audience wishing to speak for against this item. There were none.

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve Resolution 2014-46 adopting the fiscal year 2014-2015 millage rage at 8.2741. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

Set Final Budget

Mrs. Rees stated budget amendments to the Board and stated with these amendments, the total budget for fiscal year 2014-2015 would be $65,286,026. This amount is $360,000 less than what was adopted for the total County budget.

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

Dana Sheffield commended the Board for the budget being less than last year.

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve Resolution 2014-47 adopting the budget for fiscal year 2014-2014 at $65,286,026. Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

Mr. Moody reminded everyone the next regular Board Meeting will be on September 30^th to pay the year-end bills.

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE PUBLIC HEARING ADJOURNED AT 6:07 P.M.

ATTEST: BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY, FL

___________________________________ ______________________________________

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

BOCC Regular Meeting – September 16, 2014

October 23, 2014 by SuperAdmin

REGULAR MEETING

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

SEPTEMBER 16, 2014

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on September 16, 2014 at 9:00 A.M. in the Levy County Board of County Commissioners meeting room of the Levy County Courthouse with the following Commissioners present:

Chairman Ryan Bell

Comm. John Meeks

Comm. Danny Stevens

Comm. Mike Joyner

Comm. Chad Johnson

Also present were:

Clerk of Court – Danny J. Shipp

County Attorney – Anne Bast Brown

County Administrator – Fred Moody

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

EXPENDITURES

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

CHECK NUMBER	117007-117190
FUND	AMOUNT
GENERAL REVENUE	698,184.62
ROAD	140,692.62
SHIP	517.66
PAL LIBRARY	5,945.70
TRANSPORTATION	29,579.62
COURT FACILITIES	15.00
PROGRESS ENERGY	735.54
EMS	50,193.21
FIRE	37,833.51
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT	3,526.11
CDBG	15,282.00
UTILITIES	1,197.29
DRUG TASK FORCE	399.80
ADD COURT COSTS	607.26
DEBT SERVICE	1,500.00
CAPITAL PROJECTS	8,562.28
LANDFILL	94,573.87
TOTAL	$ 1,089,346.09

MINUTES

The minutes for the Regular Meeting held on August 19, 2014 and September 2, 2014 were presented for Board approval.

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve the minutes for the Regular Board meetings held on August 19, 2014 and September 2, 2014 as presented. Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

PUBLIC COMMENTS

Renate Cannon inquired of the Chiefland Hospital Letter of Support. Mrs. Cannon also inquired of the sound system for the Board room.

Comm. Bell answered it was his understanding the letter had been sent.

Mr. Shipp stated sound system installation is scheduled to begin tomorrow.

Comm. Bell reminded everyone there would be another pet adoption event sponsored by Levy County Animal Services this Saturday at Tractor Supply from 9:00 A.M. until 1:00 P.M.

Comm. Joyner thanked the other Commissioners and staff for their work during his recent medical absence.

PUBLIC HEARING

Development Department

Bill Hammond, Development Director

Request approval for Final and Preliminary Plats

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

Comm. Bell asked if any of the Commissioners had any ex-parte communication with either of the petitions being presented. There were none.

FP 01-14, Croft Land Surveying representing Ronald Gillman, petitioning the Board for a Final Plat of “Legacy Acres”, a residential subdivision consisting of ten (10), two (2) acre, more or less lots. Said parcel is located in Section 11, Township 13S, Range 18E, in Levy County. Said parcel contains 24.42 acres, more or less and has a zoning designation of Forestry/Rural Residential “FRR” and a land use designation of Low Density Residential “LDR”.

Mr. Hammond presented FP 01-14 for a Final Plat of “Legacy Acres” for Board approval.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve FP 01-14, a Final Plat of “Legacy Acres” as presented. Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

PP 03-14, Steve McMillen of McSurveying representing Jessica Maass-Hudson, petitioning the Board for a Preliminary Plat of “Flint Rock Estates”, a residential subdivision consisting of one (1) ten (12) acre lot. Said parcel is located in Section 20, Township 13S, Range 19E, in Levy County. Said parcel has a zoning designation of “ARR”, Agricultural/Rural Residential.

Mr. Hammond presented PP 03-14, a Preliminary Plat of “Flint Rock Estates” for Board approval.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve PP 03-14, a Preliminary Plat of “Flint Rock Estates” as presented. Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH IN LEVY COUNTY

Barbara Locke, Administrator

Annual county contract between Levy County Board of County Commissioners and Levy County Health Department Presentation.

Mrs. Locke requested Board approval of the Annual County Contract between the Levy County Board of County Commissioners and the Levy County Health Department. Mrs. Locke noted there were no changes to this years’ contract.

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve the Annual County Contract as requested. Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

NATURE COAST BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL

David Pieklik, Director

Progress Report July-September 2014 presentation

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

TOM HEAD AND NEIGHBORS

Request road pavement for SE 187^th Lane, Inglis, FL.

Thomas Head spoke to the Board explaining SE 187^th Lane in Inglis was previously maintained by the residents and was later turned over to the County. Mr. Head requested the County put milling on the road, pave it, or turn it back over to the residents.

Glen Dukowitz also spoke explaining the condition of the road and how it is in need of improvement.

Comm. Bell advised Mr. Head to consult with Road Department staff for maintenance or procedures if they would like to get the road turned back over to the residents. Due to low traffic counts and this being a dead-end road, the Board would be hesitant to approve any improvements.

Mr. Greenlee stated his conversation with Mr. Head was if they were able to get the milling, they could possibly get the County to assist with resurfacing the road using this milling.

DEPARTMENT REPORTS

COUNTY COORDINATOR

Fred Moody

Request Board approval of a First Amendment to Three Party Agreement between Levy County and the University of Florida Board of Trustees and William F. Hamilton, M.D. for District Medical Examiner services, University Physician Support Services, University Non-Physician Support services, and facility use.

Mr. Moody introduced Bruce Goldberger, Chief of Forensic Medicine at the UF College of Medicine who gave an update to the Board of the Medical Examiner’s Office new building and of the services provided for Levy County. Mr. Goldberger stated the new building construction is expected to begin December 1, 2014 and opening on October 1, 2015.

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve the First Amendment to Three Party Agreement as requested. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT

Bill Hammond, Director

Request approval and Chairman’s signature for the National Flood Insurance Program form.

Mr. Hammond requested Board approval and the Chairman’s signature for the National Flood Insurance Program form. The AW-214-1 Form Annual Re-Certification requires the County to certify the continued implementation of credited activities as required by the County’s participation in the CRS (Community Rating System).

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve with the Chairman’s signature the National Flood Insurance Program form as requested. Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

LIBRARY

Lisa Brasher, Director

Request approval to confirm the Lease Agreement between the Yankeetown-Inglis Woman’s Club and Levy County for the continued operation of the A.F. Knotts Public Library.

Ms. Brasher requested Board approval of the Lease Agreement between between the Yankeetown-Inglis Woman’s Club and Levy County for the continued operation of the A.F. Knotts Public Library.

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve the Lease Agreement as requested. Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

PUBLIC SAFETY

David Knowles, Director

Request approval to identify September, 2014 as National Preparedness Month.

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval of Proclamation 2014-48 identifying September, 2014 as National Preparedness Month and read the title of the Proclamation into public record.

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve Proclamation 2014-48 as requested. Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

Request approval to identify September 23, 2014 as Fall Prevention Awareness Day.

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval of Proclamation 2014-43 identifying September 23, 2014 as Fall Prevention Awareness Day and read the title of the Proclamation into public record.

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve Proclamation 2014-43 as requested. Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

Request approval to identify the week of October 5-11, 2014 as Fire Prevention Week.

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval of Proclamation 2014-49 identifying the week of October 5-11, 2014 as Fire Prevention Week.

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve Proclamation 2014-49 as requested. Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

Quarterly Report Presentation.

Mr. Knowles gave a brief presentation of the Quarterly Report for the Department of Public Safety.

Request approval from the Board and Chairman’s signature on the Second Amendment to the License Agreement with American Tower LLC for Licensor Contract Number 00384531 for the American Tower Site in Gulf Hammock.

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval and the Chairman’s signature on the Second Amendment to the License Agreement with American Tower LLC for the American Tower Site in Gulf Hammock. This agreement is a modification for the final installed equipment configuration and is a part of the ICOM Narrowbanding Communications Project.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve with the Chairman’s signature the Second Amendment to the License Agreement as requested. Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

Request Board approval and Chairman’s signature on Resolution 2014-51 providing for amendment of Resolution 2009-27 adopting a revised schedule of permit fees and service charges for ambulance and associated Emergency Medical Services provided by Levy County Department of Public Safety.

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval with the Chairman’s signature on Resolution 2014-51 providing for amendment of Resolution 2009-27 adopting a revised schedule of permit fees and service charges for ambulance associated Emergency Medical Services provided by Levy County Department of Public Safety. The current rates for Levy County EMS are out of date; the last rate adjustment for Levy County EMS was in June, 2009.

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve Resolution 2014-51 as requested. Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

Request Board approval to purchase capital equipment for Levy County Department of Public Safety transport units.

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval the following capital equipment for Levy County Department of Public Safety transport units:

2 Physio-Control LikePak 15 heart monitors with approval to trade in two (2) obsolete heart monitors

2 Stryker Power-Pro stretchers to replace two (2) manual stretchers

2 Stryker Stair-Pro Stair Chairs to replace two (2) outdated stair chairs with modern equipment

The total cost for these items will be $72,538.46.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the purchase of capital equipment as requested. Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

Request Board approval for the Levy County Department of Public Safety Director to sign the Site Access Acknowledgement, Waiver, and Indemnity Agreement and place bids on behalf of the County to purchase capital equipment at the Duke Energy, Crystal River Power Plant Auction September 24-26, 2014.

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval to sign the Site Access Acknowledgement, Waiver, and Indemnity Agreement and place bids on behalf of the County to purchase capital equipment at the Duke Energy, Crystal River Power Plant Auction on September 24-26, 2014.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to authorize Mr. Knowles to sign the Site Access Acknowledgement, Waiver, and Indemnity Agreement and to place bids as requested. Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

TOURIST DEVELOPMENT

Carol McQueen, Director

Request approval of an Agreement between Levy County and Collinson and Company d.b.a. Collinson Media and Events for Digital Marketing service for one full year, starting October 1, 2014 through September 30, 2015 for $2,000.00 per month, total $24,000.00.

Mrs. McQueen informed everyone of the events taking place in Cedar Key over the next upcoming weekends. The Lighthouse at Seahorse Key is opening this Saturday, September 20^th and there will be shuttle boats available.

On Sunday, September 21^st there will be a walking museum tour beginning at the Cedar Key Historical Museum and walking down Historic Second Street by Dr. John Andrews. There will be on this same day from 2:30 P.M.-4:00 P.M. a golf cart tour to learn all that’s being done to make Cedar Key a better place to live. Meet at the City Park Gazebo.

On Friday, Saturday and Sunday, September 26^th-28^th there will be a Railroads and Riverboats exhibit in the Cedar Key Community Center from 9:00 A.M.-4:00 P.M.

Mrs. McQueen requested Board approval of an Agreement between Levy County and Collinson and Company d.b.a. Collinson Media and Events for Digital Marketing service from October 1, 2014 to September 30, 2015 for $2,000.00 per month. This service will provide some comprehensive research and expand Levy County’s outreach to market our county as a vacation destination.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the Agreement as requested by Mrs. McQueen. Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

PUBLIC COMMENTS

Renate Cannon asked when the next Legislative Delegation meeting would be.

Comm. Bell responded the next meeting date had not been set.

Mrs. Cannon questioned how EMS vehicles handle inaccessible roads in the county.

Mr. Knowles responded they work with the local Fire Department to use 4 x 4 vehicles to reach the person.

NON-AGENDA ITEM

COUNTY ATTORNEY

Comm. Bell asked if the Board would consider hearing a non-agenda item concerning an item from the County Attorney.

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

Atty. Brown stated in April, 2012, the Board joined the Florida Association of Counties and most other Florida counties in a lawsuit challenging 2012 legislation governing Medicaid and procedures for counties’ participation in funding Medicaid costs. Since then, solutions have been worked out and the court has issued a Notice of Failure to Prosecute in the case and will deem the case dismissed by November 10, 2014, if there is no activity on the case. It is recommended the Board voluntarily dismiss its interest in the litigation.

Comm. Meeks made a motion to dismiss Levy County’s interest in the litigation as recommended by Atty. Brown. Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS

Comm. Johnson reported the Levy County Educational Foundation Beast Feast date has been changed to October 25^that the same location.

The LARC Ride to Provide is also on October 25^th in the morning and the Cedar Key Arts Festival is October 18^th-19^th.

Comm. Meeks reported of the dedication of the Bronson High School football field to John Rutledge.

Comm. Meeks stated he will be attending a meeting of the North Florida Broadband this week at City Hall in Lake City and added this may change to quarterly meetings.

Comm. Bell reminded everyone of the next Public Hearing coming up on September 22^nd at 6:00 P.M. and the Special Meeting for Final Expenditures for the 2013-2014 Fiscal Year and any other business on September 30^th at 9:00 A.M.

The meeting recessed at 10:40 A.M.

The meeting reconvened at 11:03 A.M.

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR ENGINEERING AND RELATED SERVICES FOR UTILITIES

PRESENTATIONS/INTERVIEWS

The following Engineering firms gave presentations to the Board regarding engineering and related services for the Water Utilities Department:

Jim Stidham and Associates represented by Bill Rollins, President, Tallahassee

Mittauer and Associates, Inc. represented by Beth Brown, Greg Lang and Jason Shepler, Orange Park

Preble Rish, Inc. represented by Debbie Preble, Ralph Cellon, of the 13 offices in North Florida, the closest office is located in Lake City

After the presentations the meeting recessed at 12:19 P.M.

The meeting reconvened at 12:30 P.M.

The Commissioners discussed the presentations and ranked the Engineering Firms as follows:

Jim Stidham & Assoc. Mittauer & Assoc. Preble Rish, Inc.

Comm. Johnson 3 2 1

Comm. Joyner 3 1 2

Comm. Bell 3 1 2

Comm. Stevens 3 2 1

Comm. Meeks 3 2 1

After discussion, Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve Preble Rish, Inc. Second was made by Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

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

ATTEST: BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY, FL

___________________________________ ______________________________________

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

BOCC Public Hearing – September 11, 2014

October 23, 2014 by SuperAdmin

PUBLIC HEARING

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

SEPTEMBER 11, 2014

The Public Hearing of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on September 11, 2014 at 9:00 A.M. in the Levy County Board of County Commissioners meeting room of the Levy County Courthouse with the following Commissioners present:

Chairman Ryan Bell

Comm. John Meeks

Comm. Danny Stevens

Comm. Mike Joyner

Comm. Chad Johnson

Also present were:

Clerk of Court – Danny J. Shipp

County Attorney – Anne Bast Brown

County Administrator – Fred Moody

Comm. Bell called the Public Hearing to order at 6:02 P.M. Comm. Johnson gave the invocation, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance led by Comm. Meeks.

Resolution 2014-39, Annual Rate Resolution for Fire Protection Services.

Comm. Bell asked if there was anyone in the audience wishing to speak for or against the Annual Rate Resolution for Fire Protection Services. There were none.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve Resolution 2014-39 as presented. Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

Resolution 2014-40, Annual EMS Tax Assessment Rate Resolution.

Comm. Bell asked if there was anyone in the audience wishing to speak for or against the Annual EMS Tax Assessment Rate Resolution. There were none.

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve Resolution 2014-40 as presented. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

Resolution 2014-41, Annual Rate Resolution for Solid Waste Assessments.

Comm. Bell asked if there was anyone in the audience wishing to speak for or against the Annual Rate Resolution for Solid Waste Assessments.

Dana Sheffield questioned his assessment rate for Solid Waste and was answered by Mr. Moody.

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve Resolution 2014-41 as presented. Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

Resolution 2014-42, Annual Rate Resolution for Roadway Maintenance Service Assessments.

Comm. Bell asked if there was anyone in the audience wishing to speak for or against the Annual Rate Resolution for Roadway Maintenance Service Assessments. There were none.

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve Resolution 2014-42 as presented. Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

Adopt tentative millage rate, Resolution 2014-44.

Sheila Rees stated the Board had set a proposed millage rate at 8.2741 which is the rolled-back rate. Resolution 2014-44 will adopt a tentative millage rate.

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

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve Resolution 2014-44 adopting the rolled-back millage rate of 8.2741. Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

Adopt tentative budget for 2014-2015, Resolution 2014-45.

Mrs. Rees stated the total budget amount is $65,646,026.

Comm. Bell asked if there was anyone in the audience wishing to speak for or against the Resolution adopting the budget amount as presented. There were none.

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve Resolution 2014-45 adopting the budget 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 6:14 P.M.

ATTEST: BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY, FL

____________________________________ ____________________________________

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

BOCC Regular Meeting August 5, 2014

September 19, 2014 by SuperAdmin

REGULAR MEETING

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

AUGUST 5, 2014

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on August 5, 2014 at 9:00 A.M. in the Levy County Board of County Commissioners meeting room of the Levy County Courthouse with the following Commissioners present:

Chairman Ryan Bell

Comm. John Meeks

Comm. Mike Joyner

Comm. Danny Stevens

Comm. Chad Johnson

Also present were:

Clerk of Court – Danny J. Shipp

County Attorney – Anne Bast Brown

County Administrator – Fred Moody

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

EXPENDITURES

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

CHECK NUMBER	116493-116661
FUND	AMOUNT
GENERAL REVENUE	1,321,728.50
ROAD	87,790.25
SHIP	26,475.00
PAL LIBRARY	10,186.09
TRANSPORTATION	26,148.74
911	11,082.25
COURT FACILITIES	971.75
PROGRESS ENERGY	20.51
EMS	103,729.75
FIRE	74,462.57
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT	1,492.83
CDBG	62.00
UTILITIES	35.92
DRUG TASK FORCE	668.00
COMMUNICATION	4,075.00
CAPITAL PROJECTS	3,162.50
LANDFILL	21,974.32
TOTAL	$ 1,694,065.98

MINUTES

The minutes for the Regular Meeting held on July 8, 2014 were presented for Board approval.

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve the minutes for the Regular Board Meeting held on July 8, 2014 as presented. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

PUBLIC COMMENTS

Frank Schupp from Ameris Health gave an update to the Board of the plans for a hospital in Chiefland which will serve the tri-county area. The size of the hospital has been reduced from 60 beds to 28 beds. The name of the hospital will be Suwannee River Community Hospital which has been changed from the original name of Tri-County Hospital, LLC. Mr. Schupp requested a letter of support from the Board for the Certificate of Need with the Agency on Health Care Administration.

The Commissioners agreed by consensus to draft a letter of support as requested by Mr. Schupp.

Renate Cannon spoke to the Board regarding an article in the Levy County Journal and the situation of ALS for Chiefland.

Clarification was given by Comm. Bell.

Mrs. Cannon also questioned the Bond Issue referenced in the Levy County Journal.

Mr. Shipp and Comm. Bell answered Mrs. Cannon regarding the pay-off of the Bond Issue.

NORTHWEST FLORIDA VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTER WEEKEND COUNCIL

Charlie Frank, President

Presenting and awarding newly recruited personnel their bunker gear provided with Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) grant funds.

Mr. Knowles introduced Charlie Frank, President of the Northwest Florida Volunteer Firefighter Weekend Council who presented bunker gear provided with SAFER grant funds to three (3) newly recruited personnel. To help volunteer fire department recruit and retain firefighters, the NW FL Volunteer Firefighter Weekend Council awards personal protective equipment (PPE) to new recruits of eligible Florida Fire Departments. There have been eleven (11) members from local Departments approved to receive gear through this program.

MILLS ENGINEERING

Andrew Carswell

Presenting proposals for the Leachate Storage Facility Cover to be constructed at the Levy County Solid Waste Facility.

Mr. Carswell presented the following proposals to the Board for the Leachate Storage Facility Cover to be constructed at the Levy County Solid Waste Facility:

Ayers Carpentry, Inc. $ 57,650.00

J and L Custom Construction $154,260.00

Nooney Construction, Inc. $ 99,962.00

JoyTech Construction $125,000.00

Comm. Meeks made a motion to award the bid to Ayers Carpentry, Inc. as recommended by Mr. Carswell. Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

DEPARTMENT REPORTS

COUNTY COORDINATOR

Fred Moody

Request approval of an Agreement between Levy County and Knauff Funeral Homes, LLC to resume the medical transport services replacing Perryman Transport Service.

Mr. Moody stated Mr. Perryman had sent notification to the Board office of his intent to let his State License expire this year. Knauff Funeral Homes, LLC has expressed an interest to resume the medical transport services replacing Perryman Transport Service. Mr. Moody requested Board approval of the contract between Levy County and Knauff Funeral Homes, LLC. The contract amounts are as follows:

Pick-up and Drop-off $ 95.00 Per Individual Body

Transport $130.00 Per Transport of up to Two (2) Bodies

Bag $150.00 Per Individual Body

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve the Agreement between Levy County and Knauff Funeral Homes, LLC as requested. Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

Request to ratify the Master Collective Bargaining Agreement between Levy County Board of County Commissioners and Northeast Florida Public Employee’s Local 630 Laborers’ International Union of North America, AFL, CIO.

Mr. Moody requested Board approval to ratify the Master Collective Bargaining Agreement between Levy County Board of County Commissioners and Northeast Florida Public Employee’s Local 630 Laborers’ International Union of North America, AFL, CIO.

Comm. Meeks made a motion to ratify the Master Collective Bargaining Agreement as requested. Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

NON-AGENDA ITEM

Mr. Moody requested the Board hear a non-agenda item concerning the Town of Bronson.

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

Mr. Moody read to the Board a letter received from the Town of Bronson concerning assistance with maintenance on a road located next to the Dollar General Market. The letter states they do not have the manpower or equipment necessary to repair this road making safer passage for residents.

Mr. Greenlee stated the area in need of repair is about 350’ and would cost the Road Department about $738 to do the necessary work to open the road for safe passage.

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve the Road Department assisting with repair work to the road as requested by the Town of Bronson. Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

CORRESPONDENCE

Satori Days

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

Ms. Days presented on behalf of Linda Fugate, Tax Collector the Recapitulation for Board approval with signatures.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve with Board signatures the Recapitulation as requested. Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

Request approval to appoint Tammy Jean Ippolito to the Levy County Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board to serve in the Citizen-User category.

Ms. Days requested Board approval to appoint Tammy Jean Ippolito to the Levy County Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board to serve in the Citizen-User category.

Comm. Meeks made a motion to appoint Tammy Ippolito to the Levy County Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board as requested. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

LEVY COUNTY TRANSIT

Connie Conley, General Manager

Request Board approval of Service Agreement for Creekside Christian School for the 2014-2015 school year.

Mrs. Conley requested Board approval of the Service Agreement for Creekside Christian School for the 2014-2015 school year.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the Service Agreement for Creekside Christian School as requested. Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

Request approval for IT services for our Route Match software. This Client information will be backed up daily at the QTS Atlanta Metro Data Center. Mobile access is available anywhere. Cost associated will be $6,300.00 per year for 7 users.

Mrs. Conley requested Board approval of IT services for their Route Match software for a cost of $6,300 per year for 7 users.

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve IT services for the Route Match software as requested. Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

David Knowles, Director

Request approval from the Board and Chairman’s signature on the License Agreement between American Tower, L.P. and Levy County.

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval and Chairman’s signature on the License Agreement between American Tower, L.P. and Levy County. This agreement will allow Levy County to utilize the tower facility in Cedar Key.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve with Chairman’s signature the License Agreement as requested. Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

ROAD DEPARTMENT

Bruce Greenlee, Administrative Road Superintendent

Request approval of Consulting Engineering Contract between the Board of County Commissioners of Levy County and Mills Engineering Company for the years 2014-2015.

Mr. Greenlee requested Board approval of the Consulting Engineering Contract between the Board of County Commissioners of Levy County and Mills Engineering Company for 2014-2015.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the Consulting Engineering Contract as requested. Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

Request to submit a budget amendment to take $47,554.00 from contingency money to balance the Repair Maintenance Equipment line item.

Mr. Greenlee requested Board approval to submit a budget amendment moving $47,554 from contingency money to balance the Repair and Maintenance Equipment line item.

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve the budget amendment as requested. Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

SOLID WASTE

Benny Jerrels, Director

Request approval for Resolution 2014-35, authorizing Chair to sign application for “Consolidated Small County Solid Waste Management Grant” and appointing the Director of Solid Waste as authorized representative under the grant.

Mr. Jerrels requested Board approval of Resolution 2014-35, authorizing the Chairman to sign an application for “Consolidated Small County Solid Waste Management Grant” and appointing the Director of Solid Waste as authorized representative under the grant. Mr. Jerrels stated this year’s grant will be in the amount of $90,909.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve Resolution 2014-35 as requested. Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

COUNTY ATTORNEY

Anne Bast Brown

Request to consider settlement offer on Second Mortgage for Rachel E. Coke and, if accepted, approve Satisfaction of Mortgage contingent on receipt of settlement funds.

Atty. Brown requested the Board consider a settlement offer on a Second Mortgage for Rachel E. Coke and, if accepted, approve Satisfaction of Mortgage contingent of settlement funds. Vesta Land Transfer Corp. is offering $500 to the Board in exchange for satisfaction of the Board’s mortgage.

After discussion, Comm. Meeks made a motion to make a counter offer of $1,000 and if accepted, approval of the Satisfaction of Mortgage as requested. Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the votes were as follows:

Yes No

Comm. Meeks Comm. Stevens

Comm. Joyner Comm. Bell

Comm. Johnson

The MOTION CARRIES.

COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS

Comm. Johnson stated he had been in communication with some of the leaders in Dixie County regarding the oyster issue as they are under the same duress in Suwannee as Levy County is in Cedar Key. They have asked to be notified of any information or actions Levy County may take as they would like to mimic those same actions and will do the same for Levy County.

Comm. Johnson thanked all who came out to the VFW political candidates’ forum.

Comm. Meeks stated the absentee ballots have been sent out and advised everyone to be on the lookout.

Comm. Meeks mentioned a “Stuff the Bus” campaign here in Levy County this weekend and to check local newspapers for information.

Comm. Bell introduced Hunter Bell who gave an update to the Board on his Eagle Project he had recently completed. Mr. Bell stated in addition to picking up garbage, he and volunteers added two (2) 8’ picnic tables at Blue Springs.

The meeting recessed at 10:20A.M.

The meeting reconvened at 10:43 A.M.

BUDGET WORKSHOP FOR FIRE DEPARTMENTS

Comm. Bell opened the Workshop by offering the Commissioners an opportunity to discuss the budget requests by each of the Fire Departments.

Cedar Key

Comm. Stevens made a motion to grant a one-time non-contractual additional bonus of $5,000 to Cedar Key Fire in additional to their contract amount. Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

Chiefland

Comm. Stevens made a motion for no bonus to be given to Chiefland in addition to their contract amount. 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.

Comm. Meeks made a motion to grant a one-time non-contractual additional bonus of $7,000 to Chiefland Fire. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the votes were as follows:

Yes No

Comm. Bell Comm. Stevens

Comm. Meeks Comm. Joyner

Comm. Johnson

The MOTION FAILS.

Comm. Johnson made a motion to grant a one-time non-contractual additional bonus of $9,000 to Chiefland Fire. Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the votes were as follows:

Yes No

Comm. Johnson Comm. Meeks

Comm. Comm. Bell Comm. Stevens

Comm. Joyner

The MOTION FAILS.

Comm. Meeks made a motion to grant a one-time non-contractual additional bonus of $8,000 to Chiefeland Fire. 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 CARRIES.

Fanning Springs

Comm. Meeks made a motion to grant a one-time non-contractual additional bonus of $25,000 to Fanning Springs Fire. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

Williston

Comm. Stevens made a motion to grant a one-time non-contractual additional bonus of $12,300 to Williston Fire. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

Bronson

Comm. Meeks made a motion to grant a one-time non-contractual additional bonus of $10,000 to Bronson Fire. Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

Inglis

Comm. Joyner made a motion to grant a one-time non-contractual additional bonus of $10,000 to Inglis Fire. Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the votes were as follows:

Yes No

Comm. Joyner Comm. Meeks

Comm. Stevens Comm. Bell

Comm. Johnson

The MOTION FAILS.

Comm. Johnson made a motion to grant a one-time non-contractual additional bonus of $8,000 to Inglis Fire. Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

South Levy

Comm. Meeks made a motion to reduce the amount budgeted for South Levy Fire by $6,000 making the total amount to be budgeted for South Levy Fire $30,000. Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 12:15 A.M.

ATTEST: BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY, FL

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

BOCC Regular Meeting – September 2, 2014

September 17, 2014 by SuperAdmin

REGULAR MEETING

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

SEPTEMBER 2, 2014

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on September 2, 2014 at 9:00 A.M. in the Levy County Board of County Commissioners meeting room of the Levy County Courthouse with the following Commissioners present:

Chairman Ryan Bell

Comm. John Meeks

Comm. Danny Stevens

Comm. Chad Johnson

Also present were:

Clerk of Court – Danny J. Shipp

County Attorney – Anne Bast Brown

County Administrator – Fred Moody

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

EXPENDITURES

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

CHECK NUMBER	116850-117006
FUND	AMOUNT
GENERAL REVENUE	1,033,750.05
ROAD	16,561.08
SHIP	4,974.00
PAL LIBRARY	12,834.91
COURT TECH/CRIM PREV	13,667.26
TRANSPORTATION	3,760.27
911	11,082.25
COURT FACILITIES	8.00
PROGRESS ENERGY	3,203.48
EMS	57,952.00
FIRE	47,416.68
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT	1,008.29
UTILITIES	1,300.23
COMMUNICATION	97.50
ADD COURT COSTS	6,763.90
CAPITAL PROJECTS	249,577.37
LANDFILL	16,211.13
TOTAL	$ 1,480,168.40
ONLINE TRANSFER – GENERAL FUND	3,250,000.00
ONLINE TRANSFER – EMS	412,903.00
ONLINE TRANSFER – FIRE	193,145.00
ONLINE TRANSFER – UTILITIES	50,000.00
ONLINE TRANSFER – CAPITAL PROJECTS	200,000.00
TOTAL ONLINE TRANSFERS	4,106,048.00

MINUTES

The minutes for the Special Board Meeting held on June 24, 2014 and the Regular Meeting held on August 5, 2014 were presented for Board approval.

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve the minutes with corrections for the Special Board Meeting on June 24, 2014 and the Regular Meeting on August 5, 2014 as presented. Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

PUBLIC COMMENTS

Mr. Knowles introduced Dr. Jason Jones who is the new Medical Director who spoke briefly to the Board. Dr. Jones works is employed by Shands/UF.

PUBLIC HEARING – DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT

Bill Hammond, Director

Request approval for FP 02-14: Croft Land Surveying representing Muriel W. Phillips for a Final Plat of “Friendly Acres”. A residential subdivision located in Section 20, Township 12S, Range 14E. Said plat will consist of two (2) ten (10) acre parcels more or less. Said parcel lies within an “ARR” Agricultural/Rural Residential zoning.

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

Atty. Brown administered swearing-in procedures for anyone in the audience wishing to speak for or against the Final Plat to be presented.

Mr. Hammond requested Board approval of FP 02-14, a Final Plat of “Friendly Acres” for Muriel W. Phillips.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve FP 02-14 as requested. Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

JORDAN AND ASSOCIATES

Ronald Vanzant, President

Request approval of Change Order #1 to the construction contract between Richardson Site Prep, Inc. and Roberto and Debra Tarafa.

Mr. Vanzant requested Board approval of Change Order #1 to the construction contract between Richardson Site Prep, Inc. and Roberto and Debra Tarafa in the amount of $7,844.80.

Jay Nordqvist with GSE Engineering spoke to the Board explaining details of the Change Order.

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve Change Order #1 as requested. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

Comm. Bell asked if the project would be completed by the November 30^th deadline.

Mr. Nordqvist stated he is confident they would be able to meet the November deadline.

MIRACLE VISION TABERNACLE

Pastor Carl Carnegie

Request to add sidewalk on the East side of Highway 41-27 and along County Road 335 to allow easier and safer access to playground and Voting Precinct.

Pastor Carnegie requested Board approval for the Road Department to assist with adding a sidewalk on the East side of Highway 41-27 where County Road 335 begins to the East side of the Playground. Pastor Carnegie stated the traffic volume seems to have increased making safe passage to and from the school difficult.

Mr. Greenlee stated he has filed paperwork with the State for the Safe Routes to School Program back in June, however, this can be a lengthy process.

After discussion, Comm. Stevens made a motion to allow Mr. Greenlee to advertise for bids for the sidewalk project. Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

EARLY LEARNING COALITION OF THE NATURE COAST

Sue Littnan, Child Passenger Safety Coordinator requested Board approval to adopt Proclamation 2014-36 recognizing the week of September 14-20, 2014 as Child Passenger Safety Week.

Comm. Meeks made a motion to adopt Proclamation 2014-36 recognizing the week of September 14-20, 2014 as Child Passenger Safety Week. Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

LEVY COUNTY VETERANS PARADE COMMITTEE

Ruth Ruppert, Chair

Update on Levy County Veteran Parade and request financial assistance for decorations and refreshments.

Ms. Ruppert gave information on the Levy County Veteran’s Parade to be in Inglis and requested financial assistance with the purchase of some decorations and a banner along with some light refreshments for parade participants. Ms. Ruppert stated the gates will open at 8:00 A.M. for participants and the parade will begin at 11:00 A.M.

Mrs. McQueen with the Visitor’s Bureau offered to purchase a banner which can be used each year for the event and the use of a 10 x 10 tent.

Comm. Meeks stated he will make a private donation for purchase of refreshments.

DEPARTMENT REPORTS

COUNTY COORDINATOR

Fred Moody

Update and direction on Request for Proposals for Engineering and Related Services for Utilities.

Mr. Moody requested direction regarding the three Proposals received for Engineering and Related Services for Utilities. The proposals received are as follows:

Preble-Rish, Inc.

Jim Stidham & Associates, Inc.

Mittauer & Associates, Inc.

Comm. Meeks made a motion to interview the candidates immediately following the next Regular Board meeting on September 16^th. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

CORRESPONDENCE

Satori Days requested Board approval for the 2015 County Holidays. The proposed dates are as follows:

New Year’s Day Thursday, January 1, 2015

Martin Luther King Day Monday, January 19, 2015

Good Friday Friday, April 3, 2015

Memorial Day Monday, May 25, 2015

Independence Day Friday, July 3, 2015

Labor Day Monday, September 7, 2015

Veterans Day Wednesday, November 11, 2015

Thanksgiving Thursday and Friday, November 26 & 27, 2015

Christmas Thursday and Friday, December 24 & 25, 2015

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve the 2015 County Holidays as presented. Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

PLANNING

Shenley Neely, Planning Director

Request approval of recommendation to ratify signature on Addendum #3 to Agreement, between Levy County and GSE Engineering and Consulting, Inc.

Ms. Neely requested Board approval to ratify signature on Addendum #3 to Agreement, between Levy County and GSE Engineering and Consulting, Inc.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to ratify signature on Addendum #3 to Agreement, between Levy County and GSE Engineering and Consulting, Inc. as requested. Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

PUBLIC SAFETY

David Knowles, Director

Request approval of Fiscal Year 2013-2014 second and third quarter write-offs.

Mr. Knowles presented the Fiscal Year 2013-2014 second and third quarter write-offs to the Board. The amounts are as follows:

Fiscal Year 2013-2014 2^nd Quarter total $339,511.24

Fiscal Year 2013-2014 3^rd Quarter total $202,378.27

ROAD DEPARTMENT

Bruce Greenlee, Administrative Road Superintendent

Request approval of Addendum to the Traffic Signal Maintenance and Compensation Agreement.

Mr. Greenlee requested Board approval of the Addendum to the Traffic Signal Maintenance and Compensation Agreement.

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve the Addendum to the Traffic Signal Maintenance and Compensation Agreement as requested. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

PUBLIC COMMENTS

Mrs. Cannon asked questions regarding the Tarafa project and the CDBG Program. Clarification was provided by the Board.

Mrs. McQueen provided information about the Smithsonian Institute’s “The Way We Worked” exhibit coming to Cedar Key on the second floor of the Library this weekend. There will be six (6) weekends of events ending on the weekend of the Seafood Festival.

COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS

Comm. Johnson announced the Levy County Education Foundation’s Beast Feast will be on October 18^th at the Etheridge Cracker House out of Williston.

Comm. Meeks congratulated the Chiefland Football team on their win over Bronson this past Friday night.

Comm. Bell stated Comm. Joyner is doing well and is expected to return to the Commission meetings soon.

REMINDERS

Comm. Bell reminded everyone of the following meeting dates:

Public Hearing September 11, 2014 at 6:00 P.M. at the Levy County Courthouse for a Budget Hearing, adopt Annual Assessments and set Preliminary Millage Rate.

Public Hearing September 22, 2014 at 6:00 P.M. at the Levy County Courthouse to adopt Final Budget and set Final Millage for Fiscal Year 2013-2014.

Special Meeting September 30, 2014 at 9:00 A.M. at the Levy County Courthouse for Final Expenditures for the 2013-2014 Fiscal Year and any other business.

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 10:18 A.M.

ATTEST: BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY, FL

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