REGULAR MEETING

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

JANUARY 21, 2014

 

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on January 21, 2014 at 9:00 AM in the Levy County Board of County Commissioners meeting room, with the following Commissioners present:

 

Chairman Ryan Bell

Comm. John Meeks

Comm. Mike Joyner

Comm. Danny Stevens

Comm. Chad Johnson

            Also present were:

County Attorney – Anne Bast Brown

County Coordinator – Fred Moody

Clerk of Court – Danny Shipp

 

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

 

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

 

CHECK NUMBER	114184-114341
FUND	AMOUNT
GENERAL REVENUE	1,009,215.98
ROAD	54,765.07
SHIP	11,691.00
PAL LIBRARY	13,723.60
TRANSPORTATION	32,065.54
911	11,082.25
COURT FACILITIES	87.00
PROGRESS ENERGY	15,152.77
EMS	47,943.37
FIRE	95,125.49
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT	9,623.86
UTILITIES	2,085.45
ADD COURT COSTS	578.34
CAPITAL PROJECTS	14,998.99
LANDFILL	63,508.45
TOTAL	$ 1,381,647.16

 

MINUTES

 

The minutes for the Regular Board meetings listed below were presented for Board approval:

 

November 19, 2013                 December 17, 2013

December 3, 2013                   January 7, 2014

 

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve the Regular Board meetings listed above with corrections.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

PUBLIC COMMENTS

 

Andy Andrews of the Levy County Journal asked for Board action to name the Levy County Journal the official newspaper of record for Levy County.

Comm. Bell asked if there were any comments or discussion from the Board.  There were none.

Eddie Masters of EJM Road Products asked the Board if they had considered using the soil stabilization project as presented by Mr. Wilkerson at the last Board meeting.

 

Non-Agenda Item

Comm. Meeks made a motion to hear a non-agenda item concerning the Levy County Journal issue.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.  The votes were as follows:

 

Yes                              No

Comm. Meeks             Comm. Stevens

Comm. Bell                  Comm. Johnson

Comm. Joyner

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to make the Levy County Journal the newspaper of Record for Levy County from Staff’s perspective.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks.

 

Tom Tenbroek of the spoke to the Board stating the Williston Pioneer was the lowest priced and highest circulated newspaper in the County.

 

After discussion, Comm. Joyner rescinded his motion and Comm. Meeks rescinded his second of the motion.

 

Comm. Bell advised Mr. Andrews he can have this item placed on the next regular Board meeting agenda in order to give the Commissioners time to review his request before a vote is made.

 

Jon Russell spoke to the Board regarding the purchase of land in Levy County.  He informed the Board there is a road going through the property although he found no easement recorded.  Mr. Russell stated he would still like to purchase the property and asked the Board if they could look into this.

 

Mr. Greenlee stated he is working on this issue already and will bring the information to the Board for their review.

 

 

LEVY COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE

 

Sheriff Bobby McCallum

Sheriff McCallum informed the Board of the passing of Johnnie Mae Jackson, a former employee at the Jail.

1. Request to approve and ratify the amended 2014 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant from $46,605 to $49,270.

 

Sheriff McCallum requested the Board ratify and accept the amended 2014 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant.  The amount will change from $46,605 to $49,270.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to ratify the final application of the amended 2014 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant and approve the Certificate of Acceptance as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request approval to expend $34,931 from the State Forfeiture Fund to purchase and replace outdated surveillance equipment and to purchase equipment for the Interview Room in the new Drug Task Force.

 

Sheriff McCallum requested Board approval to expend $34,931 from the State Forfeiture Fund to purchase new surveillance equipment for the Drug Task Force Interview Room.  The purchase would be made from Advanced Covert Technology, Inc. in the amount of $34,931.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve the purchase of new surveillance equipment in the amount of $34,931 from Advanced Technology, Inc. using the State Forfeiture Fund as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Sheriff McCallum reported to the Board of the death of an inmate at the Jail yesterday and stated a complete reported will be made.  He stated all officers and emergency personnel involved did a commendable job.

 

 

SUPERVISOR OF ELECTIONS

 

Tammy Jones, Supervisor of Elections

Request approval and Chairman’s signature for matching funds for the Federal Election Activities grant.  The Federal Election Activities funds are used for voter education.  The State provides $4,198.44 if the county matches 15% which would be $629.77.

Mrs. Jones requested Board approval and the Chairman’s signature for the Federal Election Activities grant funds.  The county would match 15% of the State provided amount of $4,198.44, which would be $629.77.  Mrs. Jones stated these funds are used for voter education.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve of and Chairman’s signature for the Federal Election Activities grant funds as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

NATURE COAST BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL

 

David Pieklik, Director

November-December 2013 Progress Report.

 

Mr. Pieklik gave a report of the Nature Coast Business Development Council for November – December, 2013.  He reported to the Board one of the biggest accomplishments, which is still ongoing, is the asset mapping.

 

 

WITHLACOOCHEE RIVER BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL

 

David Elliott

Request approval to waive the $600 Conditional Use Permit application fee.  In November, 2013 an application fee of $600 was paid for a Special Entertainment Permit.

 

Mr. Elliott requested the Board waive a $600 Conditional Use Permit application fee, explaining an application fee of $600 was paid in November, 2013 for a Special Entertainment Permit.

 

Comm. Johnson made a motion to waive the second $600 application fee paid in November.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

JUDITH HALL

 

Request County to replace caved in culvert and replace dirt that caved in which made a sink hole on the easement of a County ditch.

 

Mrs. Hall requested assistance from the Board for the replacement of a caved in culvert near her property on the easement of a County ditch.  The collapse of the culvert has caused flooding and a sinkhole.  Mr. Hall also spoke stating he is thinking of others, not just of himself as other property nearby could also be flooded.

 

The Board agreed to have staff get a project assessment done and report back to them.

 

 

DEPARTMENT REPORTS

 

COUNTY COORDINATOR

 

Fred Moody

1. Request Board approval and Chairman’s signature for the USDA Lease extension from August 31, 2014 to July 31, 2015.

 

Mr. Moody requested Board approval and Chairman’s signature for the USDA Lease extension from August 31, 2014 to July 31, 2015.  The monthly lease rate is $1,371.51.

 

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve with the Chairman’s signature the USDA Lease extension as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request approval of Agreement with Preble-Rish, Inc. for the Waccasassa Channel Markers.

 

Mr. Moody requested Board approval of the Agreement with Preble-Rish, Inc. for the Waccasassa Channel Markers.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve the Agreement with Preble-Rish, Inc. as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

1. Announce receipt of a Monument Placement Application and schedule date of presentation of Monument Placement Application.

 

Mr. Moody announced to the Board a Monument Placement Application had been received.  He requested a date from the Board for this to be placed on the agenda.

 

The Commissioners agreed to have this item placed on the next regular meeting agenda, February 4^th.

 

 

DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT

 

Bill Hammond, Director

1. Request Board direction concerning Special Event/Public Event Permitting Workshop.

 

Mr. Hammond requested Board direction concerning a Special Event/Public Event Permitting Workshop.

 

The Board agreed by consensus to hold a Workshop to discuss Special Events and Public Event Permitting on

1. Request Board approval and Chairman’s signature for a License Agreement between Levy County BOCC and Perconti Data Systems, Inc. for the purchase of Building Permit Module/Software and a Code Enforcement Module/Software.

 

Mr. Hammond requested Board approval and the Chairman’s signature on the License Agreement between Levy County BOCC and Perconti Data Systems, Inc. for the purchase of Building Permit Module/Software and Code Enforcement Module/Software.

 

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve the License Agreement with the Chairman’s signature between Levy County BOCC and Perconti Data Systems, Inc. as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT

 

Mark S. Johnson, Director

Request approval of recommended quote develop/conduct Emergency Operation Center (EOC)/Incident Command System (ICS) Position Specific Workshops.

 

Mr. Johnson requested Board approval of a quote from AMEC in the amount of $9,875, which was the only business to respond to the request for a proposal to develop/conduct Emergency Operation Center/Incident Command System position specific workshops.  Mr. Johnson stated this would be paid through their Homeland Security Grant Programs.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the quote from AMEC as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

LEVY COUNTY TRANSIT

 

Connie Conley, General Manager

Request approval of Service Agreement for continued transportation for Suwannee Valley Economic Council to Senior Centers, term January 1-December 31, 2014.

 

Ms. Conley requested Board approval of the Service Agreement for continued transportation for Suwannee Valley Economic Council to Senior Centers.  The Agreement period is from January 1, 2014 to December 31, 2014.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve the Service Agreement between Levy County BOCC and the Suwannee River Economic Council as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

 

 

 

 

PUBLIC SAFETY

 

David Knowles, Director

1. Requesting approval to advertise an “Invitation Bid” for the Fire Station remodel-EMS Living Facility at the Fire Rescue Station 2 in Morriston.

 

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval to advertise an “Invitation to Bid” for the Fire Station remodel-EMS Living Facility at the Fire Rescue Station 2 in Morriston.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the request to advertise an “Invitation to Bid” as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Quarterly Report Presentation.

 

Mr. Knowles presented the quarterly report to the Board of the Department of Public Safety for the quarter ended December 31, 2013.

 

 

ROAD DEPARTMENT

 

Bruce Greenlee, Administrative Road Superintendent

Request approval and Chairman’s signature to adopt Resolution 2014-01 to schedule a Public Hearing on Tuesday, February 18, 2014 at 9:00 A.M. for the closure of a portion of SE 118^th Avenue located in Fox Grove Farms Subdivision as requested by the Petitioners, Lon and Nancy Borbolla.

 

Mr. Greenlee requested Board approval and Chairman’s signature of Resolution 2014-01 scheduling a Public Hearing on Tuesday, February 18, 2014 at 9:00 A.M. for the closure of a portion of SE 118^th Avenue located in Fox Grove Farms Subdivision as requested by the Petitioners, Lon and Nancy Borbolla.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve with Chairman’s signature Resolution 2014-01 as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

PUBLIC COMMENTS

 

Sally Price, City of Inglis Commissioner spoke and stated the citizens are happy with the job being done by the Sheriff’s Department in Inglis.

Ms. Price spoke to the Board regarding the Police Station building which is for sale in Inglis.  She stated she has spoken to Mr. Knowles about building ambulance quarters onto their Fire Department with a Command Center by using the money from the sale of the Police Station building.

 

Eddie Masters spoke to the Board again regarding the soil stabilization product he spoke of earlier.  He stated the price he gave earlier was for an 8” road.  He also gave information about the product to be used for a 6” road.  The price for 2,500’ would be $22,000.

 

 

COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS

 

Comm. Meeks reported the Martin Luther King Jr. parade in Williston went well.

 

Comm. Johnson announced to everyone there would be a “Stop Hunger Now” event on January 25^th with food sampling, live entertainment, silent and live auctions at the Tommy Usher Center in Chiefland.  Food sampling begins at 6:30 P.M. and the live auction begins at 8:00 P.M.  If anyone is interested, they can contact Diana Childs at the Chiefland Methodist Church.

Comm. Johnson reminded everyone the Levy County Education Foundation Gala will be on February 1^st.

 

Comm. Joyner thanked the Maintenance Department for their ongoing work in the Civil Department of the Clerk’s Office in the Courthouse.

 

Mr. Shipp reminded the Commissioners of a VAB meeting today at 1:30 P.M.

 

The meeting recessed at 11:04 A.M.

The meeting reconvened at 11:27 A.M.

 

 

CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PRESENTATION

 

Construction/Maintenance

Mr. Jones reported to the Board of the upgrades being done to the Civil Department of the Clerk’s Office upstairs in the Courthouse.  He also spoke of the need for a new backup generator which would cost about $225,000 and a UPS backup for the Clerk’s computers.

The Commissioners asked if Mr. Jones could get a quote for a storage facility to be constructed at the Landfill.

 

Mr. Moody reported to the Board the amount he quoted for the M & M building was incorrect.  The actual amount for the building and 2.1 acres is $265,000.

 

Mr. Jones spoke to the Board about the University Oaks water system and the need for changes to be made.  The Board agreed to have a rate study done on the University Oaks water system.  A Public Hearing date was then set on March 4^th at 6:30 P.M. in Courtroom A to discuss raising the water rates.

 

Veteran’s Service

Mr. Lowyns spoke to the Board of standards concerning privacy of their clients they are having difficulty complying with due to office space.  He stated there is office space at the Dogan Cobb building which could work for their needs.  Another option which will work for now is to remove a wall within the existing Veteran’s office.  Mr. Jones stated this could be done without any problems.  An estimate for this work would be around $1,500.

 

Road Department

Mr. Moody spoke of maintaining the grounds at the Cedar Key airport runway.  A mowing crew could be contracted or the Road Department could purchase a lawnmower.

Mr. Greenlee also spoke of advertising the “Adopt-a-Road” program as a benefit to the county for keeping the roadways clean.

The Board agreed by consensus to have Mr. Greenlee request bids for a mower.

 

Comm. Bell stated there is a road in his district which could be a test road for the stabilization product.

 

Levy County Transit

Ms. Conley stated there is a need for an additional Road Department mechanic to be on call for maintenance of the transit busses.  There is money in the Transit budget for a truck for this person.  Of the quotes received, the White Ford quote was $27,894, slightly more than the State Contract amount.  Ms. Conley requested the purchase be made from White Ford.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to allow equipment funds in the amount of $27,894 to be used to purchase a truck from White Ford as requested from Ms. Conley.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Development Department

Mr. Hammond stated he will be bringing in quotes at the next meeting for the purchase of a new copier.  After speaking with Mr. Knowles, the Department of Public Safety has a generator they can use.  The only expense would be for the concrete slab and transfer switch running to the building which would be around $8,000.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to allow the Development Department to expend funds in the amount of $8,000 from Capital Improvements for a concrete slab and wiring expense for the generator as stated by Mr. Hammond.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

The Commissioners discussed the option of holding the next Board meeting in Courtroom A if space is needed.

 

 

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 12:51 P.M.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                             BOARD OFCOUNTYCOMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY,FL

 

 

____________________________________                                    ____________________________________

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

 

REGULAR MEETING

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

JANUARY 7, 2014

 

 

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on January 7, 2014 at 9:00 AM in the Levy County Board of County Commissioners meeting room, with the following Commissioners present:

 

Chairman Ryan Bell

Comm. Mike Joyner

Comm. Danny Stevens

Comm. Chad Johnson

            Also present were:

County Attorney – Anne Bast Brown

County Coordinator – Fred Moody

Clerk of Court – Danny Shipp

 

 

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

 

EXPENDITURES

 

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

 

CHECK NUMBER	114011-114183
FUND	AMOUNT
GENERAL REVENUE	1,620,873.85
ROAD	139,153.23
SHIP	39,042.00
PAL LIBRARY	17,436.62
TRANSPORTATION	37,047.25
911	11,082.25
COURT FACILITIES	26.10
PROGRESS ENERGY	261.74
EMS	86,936.16
FIRE	16,097.93
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT	975.36
CDBG	15,939.20
UTILITIES	402.71
ADD COURT COSTS	578.34
CAPITAL PROJECTS	15,397.00
LANDFILL	15,776.29
TOTAL	$ 2,017,026.03

 

 

PUBLIC HEARING

 

Bill Hammond, Development Department Director

Hardship Variance 5-13:  Andrew and Sherri Brice, petitioning the Board for a Hardship Variance to allow a second dwelling in order to care for her dad, Russell Boggess, Jr. and uncle, Delbert Freemen Bogess, on a parcel of land located in Steeplechase Farms, Lot 14, Block B, in Section 2, Township 14S, Range 17E, in Levy County.  Said parcel contains 5 acres more or less and is located in an “ARR” Agriculture/Rural Residential zone.  Situs Address:  2230 SE 114^th Avenue, Morriston, FL 32668.

 

Atty. Brown administered swearing in procedures for those in the audience wishing to speak for or against the Hardship Variance presented.

 

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

 

Mr. Hammond requested Board approval of Hardship Variance 5-13 on behalf of Andrew and Sherri Brice.

 

Comm. Bell asked if anyone in the audience wished to speak for or against the petition as stated.

 

Those who spoke in against the petition are listed below:

 

Alex Reese                               Jill Howser

Bill Rice                                    Diane Bair

Linda Evans                              Beth Reesleman

Diane Kootman

 

Those who spoke for the petition are listed below:

 

Callie Fields

Sherri Brice

 

Comm. Bell closed the floor to public comments.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve Hardship Variance 5-13 as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

SUPERVISOR OF ELECTIONS

 

Tammy Jones, Supervisor of Elections

Request approval of Agreement with Dominion Voting.  The voting system Agreement needs final approval for delivery of equipment.

 

Mrs. Jones requested Board approval of the Agreement with Dominion Voting for the purchase of new voting software and equipment.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the Agreement with Dominion Voting as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

JORDAN AND ASSOCIATES

 

Ronald Vanzant, President

President of monthly progress report on the county’s Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program.

 

Mr.Vanzant presented a monthly progress report to the Board of the county’s Community Development Block Grant Program.  He stated there were two (2) outstanding projects, the Tarafa project being the largest at this time.  GSG had been given the authority to move forward and began the required field tests on December 16^th.  As of December 20^th all of the required drilling and physical assessments of the on-site soils had been completed.  Models are currently being run on option 2 and Mr. Vanzant stated he was expecting a phone call sometime today or by the end of this week with their tentative approval of work.

 

The Hammock project is considered complete.  The only outstanding item is paying for the work done and getting Mrs. Hammock’s signature of completion.

 

Comm. Stevens asked if Mr. Vanzant would follow up with the Board office as soon as he was notified by GSG regarding the Tarafa project with a phone call and e-mail.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DEPARTMENT REPORTS

 

COUNTY COORDINATOR

 

Fred Moody

1. Present proposed Memorandum of Understanding between Board and Laborers International Union of North America Local 630 for consideration.  The proposed Memorandum of Understanding will be for the October 1, 2013 to September 30, 2014 contract year.

 

Mr. Moody presented on behalf of Wayne Helsby the Memorandum of Understanding between the Board and the Laborers International Union of North America Local 630 for Board approval.  The Memorandum of Understanding is for the October 1, 2013 to September 30, 2014 contract year and includes 2% salary increase to all bargaining unit employees, effective October 1, 2013.  This will affect all Board employees with the exception of Public Safety as they have a separate union.

 

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

 

1. Update and direction of the acquisition of Aqui property.

 

Mr. Moody gave an update and requested direction regarding the acquisition of the Aqui property adjacent to the courthouse building.  A counter proposal was rejected by the Acqui’s.  Due to the condition of the building and the work and money it would take to make it usable, Mr. Moody suggested the Board not make the purchase of the building.

 

The Commissioners agreed by consensus not to pursue the purchase of the Aqui property.

 

 

CORRESPONDENCE

 

Satori Days

On behalf of Commissioner John Meeks, request approval to appoint Mrs. Glenda Kirkland to the Withlacoochee Regional Planning Council as a Municipal Representative for Levy County.

 

Ms. Days requested on behalf of Comm. Meeks Board approval for the appointment of Mrs. Glenda Kirkland to the Withlacoochee Regional Planning Council as a Municipal Representative for Levy County.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to appoint Mrs. Glenda Kirkland to the Withlacoochee Regional Planning Council as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

LEVY COUNTY TRANSIT

 

Connie Conley, General Manager

Request approval to submit FDOT grant applications for Section 5310, Capital for $116,000 at 10%; Section 5310, Operating for $400,000 at 50%; and Section 5311, Operating for $700,000 at 50%.

 

Mrs. Conley requested Board approval to submit the three (3) FDOT grant applications as listed below:

 

Section 5310 Capital in the amount of $116,000; a 10% matching grant to purchase a new bus, front end alignment machine and tire balancer; Resolution 2014-04

Section 5310 Operating in the amount of $400,000; a 50% matching grant; Resolution 2014-05

Section 5311 Operating in the amount of $700,000; a 50% matching grant; Resolution 2014-06

 

Comm. Stevens made and later rescinded a motion to approve Resolution 2014-04 for application of the Section 5310 Capital grant as presented.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve Resolutions 2014-04, 2014-05 and 2014-06 for applications of the Section 5310 Capital, Section 5310 Operating and Section 5311 Operating grants as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

PUBLIC SAFETY

 

David Knowles, Director

1. Request approval to purchase a high pressure oxygen booster to fill portable oxygen cylinders.

 

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval to purchase a high pressure oxygen booster to fill portable oxygen cylinders.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the purchase of a high pressure oxygen booster as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request approval to apply for the Florida Forest Service Volunteer Fire Assistance Grant for the EMS Stations.

 

1. Request approval to apply for the Florida Forest Service Volunteer Fire Assistance Grant for the Fire Stations.

 

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval of the Florida Forest Service Volunteer Fire Assistance Grant for the EMS Stations to replace communications equipment.  This is a 50/50 grant and the amount to be paid by his department is $10,000.

 

The next item is a request to apply for the Florida Forest Service Volunteer Fire Assistance Grant for the Fire Stations to purchase a 500 gallon self-contained firefighting unit (skid unit) for the Morriston Fire Station, pagers for the Yankeetown Fire Station and a fire hose for the Fowlers Bluff and Rosewood Fire Stations.  Mr. Knowles stated this is a 50/50 grant and the amount to be paid by his department is $27,449.

 

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve the two grant applications for the Florida Forest Service Volunteer Fire Assistance Grant for the EMS Stations and Fire Stations as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Mr. Knowles thanked Casey Duquette, Bruce Greenlee and the Road Department for their help in moving the fire training structure from Dunnellon to the Public Safety Complex in Bronson.

 

Mr. Knowles reported to the Board they had received the FCC waiver for the narrowbanding communication system by the Federal Government for an additional 12 months.

 

 

ROAD DEPARTMENT

 

Bruce Greenlee, Administrative Road Superintendent

1. Request approval of Resolution 2014-03 authorizing the execution of a Small County Road Assistance Agreement with the Florida Department of Transportation for the Resurfacing and Reconstruction of C40 East form US 19/US 98 to Marion County line in Levy County, project ID# 431633-1-58-01.

 

Mr. Greenlee requested Board approval of Resolution 2014-03 authorizing the execution of a Small County Road Assistance Agreement with the Florida Department of Transportation for the resurfacing and reconstruction of C40 E from US 98 to the Marion County line in Levy County.  The total project cost will be $1,690,480.

 

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve Resolution 2014-03 authorizing execution of the Small County Road Assistance Agreement as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Present quote for CR 335 sidewalk construction.  Pastor Carl Carnegie approached the Board on December 17, 2013 for assistance with the construction of a sidewalk to provide safe travel to and from Vision Christian Academy.

 

Mr. Greenlee provided quotes for sidewalk construction on CR 335 as requested by Pastor Carl Carnegie for the Vision Christian Academy.  After consulting with the county engineer, Mr. Greenlee reported the county does not have right-of-way for construction of something of this nature.  Mr. Greenlee advised Pastor Carnegie a State Grant for sidewalk construction which could be applied for.

 

The Board agreed by consensus to allow Mr. Greenlee to pursue a State Grant which could be used for this purpose.

 

PUBLIC COMMENT

 

Joe Wilkerson representing Dallas Roadway spoke to the Board regarding the use of a soil stabilization product.  He stated the direct distributor in Florida is EJM Road Products, LLC.  Mr. Wilkerson provided information about a two part chemical product which can be blended into the soil and used on roadways in the county resulting in maintenance free roads.

 

Pastor Johnnie Jones of the Fountain of Life church in Williston and President of the Ministerial Faith Alliance spoke to the Board informing them of their plans and inviting everyone to the “Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Commemorative Celebration Parade”.  They are planning a parade and celebration on Saturday, January 18^th in Williston.  There will also be a Dr. Martin Luther King Scholarship Banquet at the Williston Middle School Cafetorium at 7:00 P.M. on the same day.

 

 

COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS

 

Comm. Johnson thanked the Road Department for help with fill dirt at Chiefland High School.

Comm. Johnson stated the Levy County Educational Foundation Gala will be on Saturday, February 1^st and encouraged anyone interested to contact himself or his wife for tickets.

Comm. Johnson also stated this Friday is the Florida Association of Counties strategy meeting and will have a report at the next meeting.

 

Comm. Joyner thanked Casey Duquette for removal of a tree at a cemetery as requested by a citizen asking if it could be removed.

Comm. Joyner thanked the Press for their information given in the newspapers to the public about the individuals taking advantage of citizens by promising work on driveways and not following through.

 

Comm. Bell informed the Board they will need to appoint a member to the RESTORE Act member as Mrs. Merritt had resigned.

Comm. Bell stated he would like to re-visit the water rate study issue sometime before they begin budget planning.

 

 

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

 

ATTEST:                                                                                             BOARD OFCOUNTYCOMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY,FL

 

 

____________________________________                                    ____________________________________

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

 

REGULAR MEETING

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

DECEMBER 17, 2013

 

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

 

Chairman Ryan Bell

Comm. John Meeks

Comm. Mike Joyner

Comm. Danny Stevens

Comm. Chad Johnson

            Also present were:

County Attorney – Anne Bast Brown

County Coordinator – Fred Moody

 

 

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

 

EXPENDITURES

 

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

 

CHECK NUMBER	113856-114010
FUND	AMOUNT
GENERAL REVENUE	882,284.26
ROAD	122,086.90
PAL LIBRARY	858.02
TRANSPORTATION	2,781.21
911	19.99
COURT FACILITIES	15.00
PROGRESS ENERGY	1,307.03
EMS	24,955.99
FIRE	28,319.96
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT	2,192.84
CDBG	399.17
UTILITIES	1,045.68
IMPACT FEES – EMS	1,068.75
CAPITAL PROJECTS	10,901.92
LANDFILL	50,558.52
TOTAL	$ 1,128,795.24

 

 

MINUTES

 

The minutes for the Regular Board meeting held on November 5, 2013 were presented for Board approval.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the minutes for the Regular Board meeting held on November 5, 2013 as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

 

Selection of Chair and Co-Chair for the County Commission Board and update on Board Appointments for 2014.

 

Comm. Bell requested appointments for Chairman, Co-Chairman and updates on Board appointments from the Commissioners for the calendar year 2014.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to re-appoint Comm. Bell as Chairman for 2014.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to re-appoint Comm. Johnson as Co-Chairman for 2014.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Canvassing Board

Comm. Bell stated he cannot serve on the Canvassing Board so someone would need to replace him.  It is a requirement to have two (2) Commissioners on this Board.

Comm. Meeks and Comm. Joyner agreed to serve on the Canvassing Board.

 

Department Appointments

Comm. Stevens made a motion to leave all Department Appointments “as is”.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Department Committees

Comm. Stevens made a motion to leave all Department Committees “as is”.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Transportation Department

SHIP/Water

Canvassing Board

Comm. Stevens made a motion to appoint Comm. Meeks to work with the Transportation Department and he would take the SHIP/Water Department.  Comm. Stevens added he would serve on the Canvassing Board in place of Comm. Joyner.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

BETH GORDON

 

Discussion regarding the proposed Sabal Trail Transmission Pipeline for methane gas to be built in Levy County.

 

Ms. Beth Gordon spoke to the Board regarding the proposed Sabal Trail Transmission Pipeline for methane gas to be built in Levy County.  Sabal Trail, LLC, which is owned by Spectra Energy in partnership with FP & L is proposing to run a 36 inch pipeline through Levy County.  She asked if there is anything the Board could do to prevent the pipeline from coming through this county or to ensure the safety of the citizens.

 

The Commissioners advised Ms. Gordon they have been looking into the pipeline project.  Comm. Joyner offered the name of a contact person Ms. Gordon could speak with to get additional answers to her questions.

 

 

DEPARTMENT REPORTS

 

COUNTY COORDINATOR

 

Fred Moody

On behalf of the SHIP Department, request approval to subordinate SHIP Rehab case #127, Booker T. Mann.

 

Mr. Moody requested on behalf of Ms. Neely Board approval of the Subordination Agreement on SHIP Rehab Case #127, Booker T. Mann.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve the Subordination Agreement on SHIP Rehab Case #127, Booker T. Mann.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

 

PUBLIC SAFETY

 

David Knowles, Director

1. Request Board approval for the purchase of Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) Equipment from Ten-8 Equipment on quote #Q139049 dated November 26, 2013.

 

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval for the purchase of Self Contained Breathing Aparatus (SCBA) equipment from Ten-8 Fire Equipment, the sole source provider.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the purchase of Self Contained Breathing Apparatus Equipment as requested from Ten-8 Equipment.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request approval to purchase a new server with software installed.

 

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval to purchase a new server in the Public Safety office with software installed.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the purchase of a new server as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request approval from the Board and Chairman’s signature on the RescueNet Road Safety Products Contract.

 

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval of the Chairman’s signature on the RescueNet Road Safety Products Contract.  The approval of two (2) ZOLL RescueNet Road Safety units was previously approved at the November 5^th Regular Meeting.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the Chairman’s signature on the RescueNet Road Safety Products Contract as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request approval from the Board and Chairman’s signature on the Emergency Air Transport Services Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity (COPCN).

 

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval and the Chairman’s signature on the Emergency Air Transport Services Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity (COPCN).  This certificate is necessary for the Air Methods helicopter and crew to operate a base in Levy County.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve with the Chairman’s signature the Emergency Air Transport Services Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Mr. Knowles stated he is working with Bruce Greenlee and the Road Department to get the fire training building from Dunnellon to the Public Safety complex.

 

 

MIRACLE VISION TABERNACLE OUTREACH CENTER, INC.

 

Carl Carnegie, Pastor

Discussion about sidewalk for Vision Christian Academy.

 

Pastor Carnegie spoke to the Board of a concern for students walking to and from the Vision Christian Academy.  He asked if the Board could construct a sidewalk along the North side of CR 335 to give students a safe place for walking or bicycling.

 

The Commissioners agreed for Mr. Greenlee to research this and come back to the Board with cost and feasibility of what could be done.  The two (2) options discussed were construction of a sidewalk or paved bike trail.

 

 

ROAD DEPARTMENT

 

Bruce Greenlee, Administrative Road Superintendent

Discussion of cost for the 6115 Trimming Tractor that was approved at the Capital Improvement Meeting on November 19, 2013.

Mr. Greenlee requested Board approval to purchase a 6115 trimming tractor with attachments from AgPro on State Contract in the amount of $133,191.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve the purchase of a 6115 trimming tractor with attachments as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

PUBLIC CCOMMENTS

 

Barney Cannon spoke to the Board regarding the gas pipeline issue.

 

 

COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS

 

Comm. Johnson announced February 1^st is the date for the Levy County Education Foundation Gala.

 

Comm. Joyner thanked the press for their reporting of the fly by night roofing individuals.

 

Comm. Stevens wished a Merry Christmas to everyone.

 

Comm. Meeks stated “Wreaths Across America” was a success.  The North Florida Broadband meeting held on December 11^th was also successful.  Comm. Meeks also wished everyone a Merry Christmas.

 

Comm. Bell

1. Discussion of SW 164^th Ave.

 

Comm. Bell gave an update to the Board of the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity’s approval of an extension on the Tarafa project.

 

Comm. Bell asked for input from the Commissioners regarding adding SW 164^th Ave. in Cedar Key to the paving list.

 

Comm. Johnson stated he would abstain from voting on this item due to a conflict of interest.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to place SW 164^th Avenue on the paving list.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.  Comm. Johnson did not vote.

 

The meeting recessed at 10:01 A.M.

The meeting reconvened at 10:11 A.M.

 

 

CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PRESENTATION

 

Capital Improvement Presentation update and ranking of Capital Improvements.

 

Levy County Tax Collector

Mr. Moody spoke to the Board regarding the purchase by Linda Fugate, Levy County Tax Collector, of property in Williston.  He stated there would be a cost savings with regard to title insurance if Mrs. Fugate transfers the property after the purchase to the Board.  Mr. Moody requested the Board formally accept the transfer after the closing for tracking purposes.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to accept the building purchased by Linda Fugate, Levy County Tax Collector at the time of closing.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Parks and Recreation

Mr. Moody spoke to the Board regarding the Wacasassa channel markers and reported of a company called Preble-Rish, Inc., Consulting Engineers & Surveyors which could assist with the issues relating to the channel markers.  They offered a proposal in the amount of $7,100 to do the initial work if the Board is willing to waive the bid procedures.  Upon completion of their work, bids could be requested for a contractor to get the project started.

 

Atty. Brown stated if estimated construction cost of the project would exceed $300,000, the bid process could not be waived.

 

Mr. Moody responded the estimated cost reported to him by Mr. Weldon would be around $38,000.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to waive the bid process and authorize the Chairman to sign the Agreement upon review by Atty. Brown.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Building and Zoning

Comm. Bell stated Building and Zoning will be purchasing two (2) vehicles this fiscal year, 2013-2014, and two (2) additional vehicles in 2014-2015 fiscal year.

 

Construction/Maintenance

The Commissioners discussed replacement of the courthouse front doors, replacement of windows and replacement of the backup generator and the possibility of obtaining a grant for assistance with these expenses.

The estimated costs for repairs provided to Mr. Moody by Jimmy Jones are listed below:

 

Replacement of 50 windows                 $  75,000

Upgrade Generator                               $225,000

Elevator upgrade                                  $195,000

 

Comm. Meeks stated the amount of $10,000 had been given for the cost of replacing the front entry doors to the courthouse.

The Board agreed by consensus to make the replacement of the front entry doors top priority before any of the other above listed items.

 

The Board agreed to have Mr. Moody speak with Mark Johnson at Emergency Management about seeking a grant to help with the expense of window replacement.

 

The Commissioners discussed the possibility of new Courthouse and Health Department construction on the 23 acres purchased by the Board.

 

The Commissioners discussed the advantages and disadvantages of constructing a stand-alone storage facility at the Landfill or purchasing the property and building where the business, M & M equipment existed to offset storage rental expense.

It was requested for Mr. Jones to bring information back to the Board following the 2^nd meeting in January on the cost of constructing a building for storage.

 

 

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 10:58 A.M.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                             BOARD OFCOUNTYCOMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY,FL

 

 

____________________________________                                    ____________________________________

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

 

REGULAR MEETING

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

DECEMBER 3, 2013

 

 

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

 

Chairman Ryan Bell

Comm. John Meeks

Comm. Mike Joyner

Comm. Danny Stevens

Comm. Chad Johnson

            Also present were:

County Attorney – Anne Bast Brown

County Coordinator – Fred Moody

 

 

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

 

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	113705-113855
FUND	AMOUNT
GENERAL REVENUE	990,967.47
ROAD	101,209.72
PAL LIBRARY	5,909.86
TRANSPORTATION	50,253.71
911	11,082.25
COURT FACILITIES	1,504.00
PROGRESS ENERGY	383.40
EMS	36,627.51
FIRE	15,433.32
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT	1,497.01
CDBG	152.00
UTILITIES	1,638.87
CAPITAL PROJECTS	26,304.08
LANDFILL	19,228.46
TOTAL	$ 1,262,191.66

 

 

MINUTES

 

The minutes for the Regular Board Meeting held on October 22, 2013 were presented for Board approval.

 

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

 

 

PUBLIC COMMENTS

 

Linda Fugate, Levy County Tax Collector spoke to the Board informing them of the opportunity and her plans to purchase an existing building in Williston for $130,000.  This building will house the Williston Branch Tax Collector’s Office.  Upon purchase of the property, the Tax Collector will transfer the property to the Board.

 

 

PUBLIC HEARING

 

Shenley Neely, Planning Director

Petition SSA 13-01:  Request to change the land use designation on 9.9 acres on parcel 09656-000-00 (Blue Grotto Property LLC) from the Urban Low Density Residential (LDR) to Commercial (C).

 

Ms. Neely requested Board approval of Petition SSA 13-01, a request to change the land use designation on 9.9 acres on parcel 09656-000-00 (Blue Grotto Property LLC) from the Urban Low Density Residential (LDR) to Commercial (C).

 

Dave Myler, Managing Member and Owner of Blue Grotto Property, LLC spoke to the Board stating although the total property is 14.08 acres, the reason for requesting a land use designation change on 9.9 acres is so it will quality for a small land use change.

 

Comm. Bell asked if there were any members of the audience wishing to speak for or against the Petition as presented.  There were none.

 

Clay Sweger, a Planner with Eng, Denman & Associates, Inc. spoke to the Board stating the change of land use designation to the property eliminates the possibility of there ever being a water bottling plant on this property.

 

Atty. Brown informed the Board Ordinance 2013-04 is the Ordinance approving the Petition and needs to be stated in the motion.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve Petition SSA 13-01 by Ordinance 2013-04 as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.  Comm. Stevens voted NO.

 

 

JORDAN AND ASSOCIATES

 

Ronald Vanzant, President

Update report on status of the County’s Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program.

 

Mr. Vanzant gave an update on the County’s two (2) outstanding CDBG projects; the Tarafa project and the Hammock project.  Mr. Vanzant replaces Mr. Winter as the Representative for Levy County’s CDBG Program.

 

 

PLANNING

 

Shenley Neely, Planning Director

Request Board approval and authorize Chair to sign Agreement between Levy County and GSE Engineering, Inc.  The purpose of the Scope of Services and Agreement is to provide supplemental geotechnical site evaluation services related to a failing septic tank drain field of a single family residential property that has been qualified and has received rehabilitation construction under the County’s Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG).

 

Ms. Neely requested Board approval and Chairman’s signature on the Agreement between Levy County and GSE Engineering, Inc.  The Agreement is to allow evaluation services regarding the septic tank drain field on the Tarafa Project.

 

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve and authorize the Chairman to sign the Agreement between Levy County and GSE Engineering, Inc. as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

BETH GORDON

 

Discussion regarding the proposed Sabal Trail Transmission Pipeline for methane gas to be built in Levy County. – TABLED –

 

 

 

 

 

 

DEPARTMENT REPORTS

 

DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT

 

Bill Hammond, Director

Discussion on bids submitted for Development Department Software.

 

Mr. Hammod requested the Board allow line item adjustments to the Development Department budget for the purchase of software as the only qualifying bid which met the requirements is $5,000 more than was budgeted.

 

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

 

 

EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT

 

Mark S. Johnson, Director

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

 

Mr. Johnson requested approval of the Board to accept the State Homeland Security Grant Program Agreement.  This is a non-match grant in the amount of $10,900 to be used for planning, training and exercises.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to accept the State Homeland Security Program Agreement as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

LEVY COUNTY TRANSIT

 

Connie Conley, General Manager

Request Board approval and signature for the 5311 Joint Participation Agreement in the amount of $395,844, total to be paid at 50%, $197,922.

 

Mrs. Conley requested Board approval and signature for the 5311 Joint Participation Agreement to be used for fuel and repairs.  This is a 50/50 grant and the amount to be received is $197,922.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion for approval and signature for the 5311 Joint Participation Agreement as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

PUBLIC SAFETY

 

David Knowles, Director

1. Request approval from the Board to accept a donation of a 24 x 80’ mobile home from Air Methods.

 

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval to accept the donation of a 24 x 80’ mobile home from Air Methods.  This mobile home will be used to house a seventh (7^th) EMS crew in the Fanning Springs area.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to accept the donation of a 24 x 80’ mobile home from Air Methods as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request Board approval and the Chairman’s signature on the ProCare Stryker Service Agreement.

 

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval and the Chairman’s signature on the ProCare Stryker Service Agreement which will cover parts, labor, travel and unscheduled service and product equipment checklists for the new Stryker power stretchers for seven (7) years.

 

Comm. Johnson made a motion for approval and the Chairman’s signature on the ProCare Stryker Service Agreement as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request authorization for the Director of Public Safety to electronically sign for submission of the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) application for Levy County EMS.

 

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval for the Director of Public Safety to electronically sign for submission of the Assistance to Firefighters Grant application for Levy County EMS which is a 95/5 grant.   The total amount the county would pay is $12,526.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the Director of Public Safety to electronically sign for submission of the Assistance to Firefighters Grant application for Levy County EMS as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.  Comm. Johnson votes NO.

 

1. Request authorization for the Director of Public Safety to electronically sign for submission of the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) application for Levy County Fire.

 

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval for the Director of Public Safety to electronically sign for submission of the Assistance to Firefighters Grant application for Levy County Fire, a 90/10 grant.  The total amount the county would pay is $8,894.

 

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve the Director of Public Safety to electronically sign for submission of the Assistance to Firefighters Grant application for Levy County Fire as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

COUNTY ATTORNEY

 

Anne Bast Brown

Discussion of options for termination of Agreement with Jordan and Associates for administrative services for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Housing Rehabilitation Grant awarded to the County and, if necessary, decision on termination.

 

Atty. Brown presented the options for termination of Agreement with Jordan and Associates:

 

1. Termination for convenience
2. Termination for cause

 

Both of the above listed options would require 30 day written notice.

 

The Commissioners agreed by consensus to continue moving forward with Jordan and Associates rather than termination of the Agreement at this time.

 

 

PUBLIC COMMENTS

 

Diane Garth of Morriston asked how many citizens of Levy County would be affected by the Medicaid Expansion? She stated many could benefit from this and asked if the Commissioners could do anything to make people aware of this.

 

Comm.  Bell suggested Ms. Garth provide her information to the Board office and upon research of this topic, she will be contacted.

 

Dana Sheffield questioned the availability of medical personnel at the EMS station near the Sheriff’s Department.  He stated there were ambulances parked at this location, but no one answered when he knocked on the door.

Mr. Knowles responded those stationed at this location could have been out on a call, however spare units are normally parked at this location.  Mr. Knowles encouraged Mr. Sheffield to call 911 anytime he had an emergency.

 

 

COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS

 

Comm. Joyner informed everyone of an ongoing problem of groups of individuals taking advantage of citizens by promising to do repair work to driveways or roofs.  The work, if done at all, is poor or not done properly.  He asked the newspaper representatives if information could be printed warning citizens of the dangers of possible scamming.

 

Comm. Stevens spoke of the issue on the agenda from Beth Gordon and the Sabal Trail gas pipeline.

 

Comm. Meeks reminded everyone of upcoming Christmas events:

Chiefland Christmas Festival on December 7^th with a parade at 5:00 P.M.

Sons of Amvets, Post 88 “Wreaths Across America” Ceremony at the Rosemary Hill Cemetery in Bronson at 11:00 A.M. on December 14^th

Inglis Christmas Parade on December 21^st at 5:00 P.M.

 

The North Florida Broadband will be meeting on December 11^th at 10:00 A.M. in Lake City at the City Hall.

 

Comm. Bell gave an update of the Suwannee River Water Management District.

Comm. Bell stated the Board will need to select Chairman and Vice Chairman at the next meeting as well as Committees and Board appointments.

Comm. Bell stated the Suwannee Valley Rotary Club is sponsoring the “Rack of Ribs” fundraiser in Chiefland if anyone would like to purchase bar-b-q ribs.

Comm. Bell also reported the pie auction in Cedar Key held by the Junior class was a success.

 

Comm. Stevens informed everyone of the “Light up Williston” festivities at 5:00 P.M. and parade at 6:00 P.M. on Saturday, December 7^th.

 

 

CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PRESENTATION

 

Update and ranking of Capital Improvements. –TABLED-

 

 

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 11:10 A.M.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                             BOARD OFCOUNTYCOMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY,FL

 

 

____________________________________                                    ____________________________________

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

 

REGULAR MEETING

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

NOVEMBER 19, 2013

 

 

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on November 19, 2013 at 9:00 AM in the Levy County Board of County Commissioners meeting room, with the following Commissioners present:

 

Chairman Ryan Bell

Comm. John Meeks

Comm. Mike Joyner

Comm. Danny Stevens

Comm. Chad Johnson

            Also present were:

 

County Attorney – Anne Bast Brown

County Coordinator – Fred Moody

 

 

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

 

 

EXPENDITURES

 

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

 

CHECK NUMBER	113558-113704
FUND	AMOUNT
GENERAL REVENUE	57,551.40
ROAD	125,141.94
SHIP	35,551.63
PAL LIBRARY	12,856.33
TRANSPORTATION	1,395.00
COURT FACILITIES	4,418.00
PROGRESS ENERGY	468.51
EMS	26,355.63
FIRE	68,422.71
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT	5,733.59
CDBG	3,600.00
DRUG TASK FORCE	107.65
ADD COURT COSTS	578.34
IMPACT FEES – RD DIST IV	4,124.97
CAPITAL PROJECTS	4,348.12
LANDFILL	62,396.47
TOTAL	$    413,050.29

 

 

NON AGENDA ITEM – TOURIST DEVELOPMENT

 

Comm. Bell requested the Board hear a non-agenda item from Carol McQueen concerning the Tourist Development Department.

 

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

 

 

 

Mrs. McQueen stated there is a position available on the Tourist Development Council due to the resignation of City Councilman Jack Screws.  The City of Williston has passed a Resolution appointing Councilman Cal Byrd to the Tourist Development Council to replace Mr. Screws.  Mrs. McQueen requested the Board approve the appointment of Mr. Byrd to the Tourist Development Council.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve the appointment of Cal Byrd to the Tourist Development Council as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS DEPARTMENT OF FLORIDA

 

Jason Smith, Director

Presentation to Levy County Veterans Service Department for being selected the Small County Veteran Service Office for the year in the State of Florida.

 

Mr. Smith presented an award to the Levy County Veterans Service Department for being selected as the Small County Veteran Service Office for the year in the State of Florida.

 

 

FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

 

Jordan Green, P.E.

Tentative Five Year Work Program Presentation and announce the Department’s Work Program Open House at the District Office in Lake City on Thursday, December 5, 2013 from 2:00 P.M. to 6:00 P.M.

 

Greg Evans, District 2 Secretary for the Florida Department of Transportation spoke to the Board before Mr. Green and explained the area of District 2, which Levy County is a part of.

 

Jordan Green spoke to the Board explaining the tentative work program.  Mr. Green announced on Thursday, December 5^th from 2:00 P.M. to 6:00 P.M. in Lake City at the District Office there will be a Workshop and Open House to discuss some of the projects in more detail.   Mr. Green then presented the 5-year Transportation Plan to the Board for Levy County.

 

 

WITHLACOOCHEE GULF PRESERVE

 

Sally Douglass, Trustee

Request signatures on Owners and Managers form for the Withlacoochee Gulf Preserve’s application to be on the Designated Florida Paddling Trail.

 

Ms. Douglass spoke to the Board requesting signatures on the Owners form and Managers form for the Withlacoochee Gulf Preserve’s application to be on the Designated Florida Paddling Trail.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to make approve signatures on the Owners form and Managers form as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

HAVEN HOSPICE

 

Vondla Sullivan, Volunteer Coordinator

Request the approval of Proclamation 2013-54 recognizing the month of November, 2013 as “National Hospice/Palliative Care Month.”

 

Ms. Sullivan requested Board approval of Proclamation 2013-54 recognizing the month of November, 2013 as “National Hospice/Palliative Care Month.”

 

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve Proclamation 2013-54 as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

 

 

 

 

AGENCY FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES

 

Barbara Palmer, Director

Presentation regarding Agency for Persons with Disabilities services and to inquire about a county wide health fair.

 

Ms. Palmer made a presentation to the Board regarding the Agency for Persons with Disabilities and requested assistance in transporting people in Levy County with disabilities.

The Board agreed by consensus to assist with specific requests once they are brought to the Board.  Comm. Bell stated they would be willing to provide support or assistance once they have received direction as to what their role would be.

 

 

DEPARTMENT REPORTS

 

CORRESPONDENCE

 

Satori Days

1. On behalf of Mrs. Marian Palma Cardona of the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network-Central Florida Affiliate, request approval to adopt Proclamation 2013-55 recognizing the month of November, 2013 as “Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month.”

 

Ms. Days requested on behalf of Mrs. Marian Palma Cardona of the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network-Central Florida Affiliate, Board approval to adopt Proclamation 2013-55 recognizing the month of November, 2013 as “Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month.”

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve Proclamation 2013-55 as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request approval of re-appointments and appointments for the Board of Adjustments for Districts 2, 3, 4, and 5.

 

Ms. Days requested Board approval of re-appointments and appointments for the Board of Adjustments for the districts as listed below:

 

District 2 – Eugene Carter

District 3 – Andrew Carswell

District 4 – Linda J. Cramer

District 5 – Brad Etheridge

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to re-appoint the above listed Board of Adjustments members.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request approval of re-appointments for the Construction Industry Licensing Board for districts 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5.

 

Ms. Days requested Board approval of re-appointments for the Construction Industry Licensing Board for the districts as listed below:

 

District 1 – Paula Kennedy

District 2 – Jerry Orenchack

District 3 – Richard Hawthorne

District 4 – Billy Hinote

District 5 – Jared Inman

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve re-appointments for the above listed Construction Industry Licensing Board.

 

 

LEVY COUNTY TRANSIT

 

Connie Conley, General Manager

Requesting Board approval to keep the Standard Lobbying Certification form on file at FDOT when funding in excess of $100,000 is received.

Ms. Conley requested Board approval to keep the Standard Lobbying Certification form on file at FDOT when funding in excess of $100,000 is received.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve keeping the Standard Lobbying Certification form on file at FDOT as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

PLANNING

 

Shenley Neely, Planning Director

1. Recommend Board of County Commissioners to hear staff present updated report provided by Administrative Consultants Jordan and Associates on status of the County’s Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program.

 

Ms. Neely gave updated information to the Board provided by Jordan and Associates on the status of the County’s CDBG Program.

 

It was requested by the Commissioners for Ms. Neely to have all Jordan and Associates representatives attend the next meeting and Atty. Brown review the Agreement to determine what options the Board has.

 

1. Request Board approval and authorize Chair to sign agreement between Levy County and GSE Engineering, Inc.  The purpose of the Scope of Services and Agreement is to provide Supplemental Geotechnical Site Evaluation Services related to a failing septic tank drainfield of a single family residential property that has been qualified and has received rehabilitation construction under the County’s Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG). – TABLED –

 

 

COUNTY ATTORNEY

 

Anne Bast Brown

Request to authorize the County Attorney to initiate injunction action against owners and operators of 212 Club to cease a commercial use in a residential district and cease any other violations of Levy County Code.

-TABLED-

 

 

COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS

 

Comm. Meeks reported all agreements have been signed between the North Florida Broadband and Affinity.

 

Comm. Bell gave an update on the RESTORE Act.

Mr. Moody added there is a RESTORE Act Committee meeting today at 3:00 P.M. in the Board meeting room.

Comm. Bell stated the dedication of the Veterans Memorial Wall in the lobby was well attended.

 

 

The meeting recessed at 10:26 A.M.

The meeting reconvened at 10:45 A.M.

 

 

CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PRESENTATION

 

Comm. Bell stated some of the items on the list are not Capital Improvement items.  Some have already been approved or budgeted.  The purpose of the list is to give the Commissioners an idea of where they are with the budget.

 

Supervisor of Elections – not budgeted

The Board discussed the purchase of Election Equipment as had been provided by Tammy Jones.  The agreed by consensus to have Atty. Brown review the agreement and bring to the next Board meeting for approval.

 

Transit Department – not budgeted

Connie Conley spoke to the Board regarding the need for additional office space as well as additional maintenance space.

 

 

 

Automobile Purchases – budgeted items

Animal Control – 1 4 x 4 truck

County Agent – 1 4 x 4 truck

Development – 2 SUV’s

Parks/Mosquito Control – 1 4 x 4 truck

Road – 3 4 x 2 trucks

 

Development Department – not budgeted

Bill Hammond stating the greatest need for his department is a generator.  The cost of a generator the size needed would run between $25,000-$50,000.  The Development Department is also in need of more space, which would cost about $120,000, a new copy machine, which would cost about $7,500, computers and a zoning map which could cost as much as $25,000.

 

Emergency Management

Mr. Johnson requested Board approval to purchase eight (8) tablets for the County’s Damage Assessment Team with Homeland Security Grant funds in the amount of $799.99 each from Best Buy.

Mr. Johnson stated he would like to purchase Emergency Operation Center Chairs and Workstation Lighting using Duke Energy Funds.  The cost would be $12,367.37 from OEC.

Mr. Johnson requested Board approval to purchase conference tables and storage cabinets using Duke Energy Funds from Morgan Office Center in the amount of $3,442.64.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the purchases for Emergency Management as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Planning – not budgeted

Shenley Neely stated there were several items needed for the Planning Department:

Geographical Informational System (GIS) workstation; $5,000

GIS Plotter; $8,000

Building/Office space; approximately 300 sq. ft. per employee; 4 full time employees

Vehicle for SHIP Department; $20,000

 

Public Safety – budgeted items

Mr. Knowles stated the projected cost of remodeling CDPS Fire Station #2 would be $35,000 and would utilize EMS Impact Fee funds.

Mr. Knowles referred to items planned for this budget year and spoke of modification of a modular building which is being donated by the School Board and will be placed at property which can be leased at CR 336 and CR 345.  The property owner is only looking for the yearly property taxes to be paid.  This would facilitate the Otter Creek, Fowlers Bluff and Rosewood areas.  With the Board’s approval, the lease agreement can be done.  The amount of $26,300 has been budgeted for Capital Improvements for this year.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the item as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.  Comm. Johnson votes NO.

 

Other projects will include improvements to other stations such as replacing roofs.  These projects will be done over the next five (5) years.

 

Mr. Knowles stated he is planning to staff a 7^th transport unit in the Fanning Springs area.  One this can be done, he will then split the Bronson Station by placing one of their units in the Morriston area.  There is a building next to the Fire Station in Morriston which can be remodeled and used for living quarters.  The cost would be about $35,000.

After speaking to the Fire Chief in Fanning Springs they are willing to provide a space in which a double wide mobile home can be placed.  With the Board’s approval, a double wide mobile home can be acquired by a donation from Air Methods.  There will be $12,500 from the Impact Fee Funds to establish the mobile home as an EMS Station.

 

After question by Dana Sheffield of the cost for the 7^th transport, Mr. Knowles responded the total cost for the unit, including staffing, utilities, certifications and training will be $468,000.  Mr. Knowles explained what he has requested for now is to move forward with establishing the facility itself.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to allow Mr. Knowles to move forward with the Fanning Springs item as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to allow improvements to be made for living quarters at the Morriston Fire Station.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

Parks & Recreation – not budgeted

Matt Weldon spoke to the Board concerning the Waccasassa Channel Markers.  The cost to replace the markers would be around $30,000 – $40,000.

 

The Board agreed by consensus to allow Mr. Weldon to move forward with this item and obtain RFP’s.

 

Road Department – not budgeted

Mr. Moody stated he was informed by the City Manager from the City of Williston they are doing some work at the Williston Airport.  Through surveys, it was determined there were two county roads: NE 170^th Avenue and NE 20^th Street, which are partially on airport property.  The total acreage is about 5.4 acres and the FAA has placed a value of about $43,200 for the property.  Rather than buying the property from the City of Williston, Mr. Moody stated an alternative is to trade out the amount by resurfacing two nearby roads, with the approval of the Board.

 

The Board agreed by consensus for Mr. Greenlee to work on a trade-out with Williston.

 

Mr. Greenlee stated the quotes received for budgeted vehicle purchases had been received and White Ford offered the best price.

 

Mr. Greenlee stated they have been having some trouble with the trimming equipment and would rather make a purchase of a trimming tractor than the earlier planned purchases of other equipment.  The expected amount to purchase a trimming tractor would be about $100,000.

 

It was agreed by the Board to have Mr. Greenlee get prices for a trimming tractor.

 

Construction/Maintenance – not budgeted

Mr. Shipp brought to the Commissioners attention, the safety issue with the Civil Department and the lack of space on the court side of the building.

Mr. Shipp stated improvements are needed such as space, expansion, and wiring, but if it is decided by the Board to build a new facility, these improvements can wait.

 

Mr. Jones states an estimated cost to remodel the Civil Department of the Clerk’s office would be around $30,000.

Mr. Jones stated an estimated cost to replace the old windows in the building would be around $75,000.

The estimated cost to replace the back-up generator for the Courthouse and wiring for the building would be around $225,000.

Mr. Jones discussed the need for an upgrade of the freight elevator and stated the replacement cost would be $195,000.  The entrance doors for the building are in need of replacement and this estimated cost would be $10,000.

Mr. Jones recommended a stand-alone storage unit for the courthouse.  This could be built at the Landfill.  A 50 x 90 building could be constructed for a cost of $16,800.

 

The Commissioners discussed the proposed Courthouse property purchase.  The Commissioners agreed by consensus to designate $25,000 to get a site plan done for a new courthouse on the 21 acres which had previously been purchased for this purpose.

 

Ag. Department

Mr. Fuller spoke to the Board concerning the need for expansion of the conference room at the Ag. Center.

 

Automobile Purchases

The vehicles listed below have been budgeted for purchase this fiscal year:

Animal Control – 1 4 x 4 truck

County Agent – 1 4 x 4 truck

Development – 2 SUV’s

Parks/Mosquito Control – 1 4 x 4 truck

Road – 3 4 x 2 trucks

 

Sheila Rees stated to the Board some other Courthouse issues which will need to be addressed:

 

Fleet management                                 Air conditioning systems

Air conditioning systems                        Carpeting

UPS Backup                                        Water Systems (Manatee and University Oaks)

Electrical Issues                                    Lighting in the courthouse

 

The Commissioners agreed to review the issues and discuss further at the next meeting which items could be taken care of first.

 

 

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 12:41 P.M.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                             BOARD OFCOUNTYCOMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY,FL

 

 

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

 

REGULAR MEETING
LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
NOVEMBER 5, 2013
The Regular Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on November 5, 2013 at 9:00 AM in the Levy County Board of County Commissioners meeting room, with the following Commissioners present:

Chairman Ryan Bell
Comm. John Meeks
Comm. Mike Joyner
Comm. Danny Stevens
Comm. Chad Johnson

Also present were:
County Attorney – Anne Bast Brown
County Coordinator – Fred Moody
Comm. Bell called the Meeting to order at 9:02 A.M. Comm. Joyner gave the invocation, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.

EXPENDITURES

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

CHECK NUMBER 113399-113557
FUND AMOUNT
GENERAL REVENUE 1,361,872.82
ROAD 58,016.10
PAL LIBRARY 1,982.74
COURT TECH/CRIM PREV 10,126.86
TRANSPORTATION 9,160.08
911 36,667.66
COURT FACILITIES 15.00
PROGRESS ENERGY 383.40
EMS 26,546.03
FIRE 13,095.95
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT 6,388.52
CDBG 4,770.46
UTILITIES 143.81
COMMUNICATION 67.37
ADD COURT COSTS 1,967.44
CAPITAL PROJECTS 15,919.58
LANDFILL 7,165.90
TOTAL $ 1,554,289.72
MINUTES

The minutes of the Board of County Commissioners Special Meeting on October 15, 2013 were presented to the Board for approval.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the minutes for the Special Meeting held on October 15, 2013 as presented. Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

PUBLIC COMMENTS

Ivan Chubb informed everyone of the Veteran’s Day Parade coming up on November 11th in Cedar Key which will start at 11:00 A.M.
PUBLIC HEARING

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

Atty. Brown conducted the swearing in of the audience.

Bill Hammond, Development Department Director
Petition No. Sept 1-13; requesting approval for a Special Entertainment Event Permit for the Withlacoochee River Bluegrass Festival.

Grace Romero presented on behalf of Mr. Hammond the request for Board approval of a Special Entertainment Event Permit for the Withlacoochee River Bluegrass Festival to be held on November 23, 2013 from 10:00 A.M. until 8:00 P.M.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve Sept 1-13 as presented. Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

Shenley Neely, Planning Director
Petition SSA 13-01; request to change the land use designation on 9.9 acres from the Urban Low Density Residential (LDR) to Commercial (C).

Ms. Neely requested Board approval of Petition SSA 13-01, a request to change the land use designation on 9.9 acres from Urban Low Density Residential (LDR) to Commercial (C).

The Commissioners agreed to Table this item and reschedule for the Regular Meeting on November 19th.
JORDAN AND ASSOCIATES

Jeffrey Winter, Project Manager
Presentation of monthly progress report on the county’s Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program.

Mr. Winter provided a monthly update on the county’s CDBG Program projects, including the Tarafa project.
NATURE COAST BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL

David Pieklik, Director
Progress report presentation.

Mr. Pieklik requested Board approval of the annual Agreement between Levy County and Nature Coast Business Development Council, Inc. followed by a quarterly report.

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

Tammy Jones, Supervisor of Elections
Request approval for purchase of voting equipment and request approval for award of Request for Proposal to Dominion Voting.

Mrs. Jones invited everyone to attend the dedication of the Veteran’s Memorial Wall in the courthouse on November 15th at 10:00 A.M.

Mrs. Jones then requested Board approval for the purchase of voting equipment and to award the Request for Proposal to Dominion Voting. The total proposed amount is $275,225 and they will have a trade-in credit for software license credit in the amount of $34,125.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the RFP and accept Dominion Voting for the voting machines. Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

Comm. Stevens asked Mrs. Jones to speak with Mrs. Rees in finance and Atty. Brown to discuss the financial and legal details of the purchase to then bring to the Board at a Workshop. The Commissioners agreed to schedule a Capital Projects Workshop on November 19th at 1:00 P.M. and will discuss the details of this purchase further.
WITHLACOOCHEE GULF PRESERVE

Sally Douglas, Trustee
Request signatures on Owners and Managers form for the Withlacoochee Gulf Preserve’s application to be on the Designated Florida Paddling Trail. – TABLED –
DEPARTMENT REPORTS

CORRESPONDENCE

Satori Days
A. Request approval to appoint Julie Rose, Veteran Service Officer, as an alternate to the Levy County Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board in the Veteran’s Category.

Ms. Days requested Board approval to appoint Julie Rose, Veteran Service Officer, as an alternate to the Levy County Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board in the Veteran’s Category.

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve Julie Rose as alternate to the Levy County Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board as requested. Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

B. Request approval to re-appoint Phil E. Parker to the Planning Commission.

Ms. Days requested Board approval to re-appoint Phil E. Parker to the Planning Commission.

Comm. Joyner made a motion to re-appoint Phil E. Parker to the Planning Commission as requested. Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

C. Request Board direction on our continued participation with North Florida Economic Development Partnership, membership dues of $2,063.40, (requested by 12/1/2013).

Ms. Days requested Board direction on continued participation with North Florida Economic Development Partnership by paying the membership dues of $2,063.40.

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve paying the membership dues of $2,063.40 continuing participation with the North Florida Economic Development Partnership. Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.
LEVY COUNTY TRANSIT

Connie Conley, General Manager
Request approval for updated and revised Substance Abuse and Policy Zero Tolerance for Levy County Transit Employees.

Mrs. Conley requested Board approval for the updated and revised Substance Abuse Policy-Zero Tolerance for Levy County Transit employees.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the updated and revised Substance Abuse Policy-Zero Tolerance for Levy County Transit Employees. Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.
LIBRARY

Lisa Brasher, Director
A. Discuss and direction regarding the Interlocal Agreement with Chiefland.

Ms. Brasher requested Board direction and discussion regarding a revision of the Interlocal Agreement with Chiefland.

The Board agreed the current Interlocal Agreement with the City of Chiefland will not change as there has been no formal contract or agreement filed with the Board of County Commissioners.

B. Presentation concerning Putnam, Alachua, Levy (PAL) Library Co-Operative.

Ms. Brasher made a presentation to the Board concerning the Putnam, Alachua, Levy (PAL) Library Co-Operative.

PLANNING

Shenley Neely, Planning Director
Request to approve submittal to the Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) Modification Number 4 to the Subgrant Agreement between DEO and Levy County for the Grant Agreement Number 12DB-Q5-05-48-01-F 05, (Neighborhood Stabilization Program 3).

Ms. Neely requested Board approval to submit to the Department of Economic Opportunity, Modification Number 4 to the Subgrant Agreement between DEO and Levy County for the Grant Agreement Number 12DB-Q5-05-48-01-F 05 (Neighborhood Stabilization Program 3).

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve submittal to the DEO Modification Number 4 to the Subgrant Agreement as requested. Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.
PUBLIC SAFETY

David Knowles, Director
A. Request Board approval to purchase two Stryker Power Stretchers and two Stryker Stair Chairs.

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval to purchase two (2) Stryker Power Stretchers and two (2) Stryker Stair Chairs.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the purchase of two (2) Stryker Power Stretchers and two (2) Stryker Stair Chairs as requested. Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

B. Request Board approval to purchase one side door cabinet for the EMS Battalion Truck.

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval to purchase one side door cabinet for the EMS Battalion Truck from Odyssey Automotive Speciality.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the purchase of one side door cabinet for the EMS Battalion Truck as requested. Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

C. Request Board approval to purchase two ZOLL RescueNet Road Safety Units.

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval to purchase two (2) ZOLL RescueNet Road Safety Units. These units are enhanced black boxes used to provide feedback on driving performance which will be utilized to coach individuals and provide behavior modification training.

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve the purchase of two (2) ZOLL RescueNet Road Safety Units as requested. Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

D. Quarterly Report Presentation.

Mr. Knowles gave a Quarterly Report presentation to the Board.
COUNTY ATTORNEY

Anne Bast Brown
Ratify actions of County Attorney regarding comments on the U.S. Department of the Treasury draft rules implementing the RESTORE Act (“Treasury Rules”), including decision to decline to request extension of deadline and submittal of final comments.

Atty. Brown requested the Board ratify her comments submitted regarding the U.S. Department of Treasury draft rules implementing the RESTORE Act (“Treasury Rules”). She informed the Board she had decided it was not necessary request an extension of deadline.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to ratify comments submitted to the U.S. Department of Treasury from Atty. Brown regarding draft rules implementing the RESTORE Act (“Treasury Rules”). Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.
COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS

Comm. Meeks stated there is a North Florida Broadband meeting coming up next Wednesday.

Comm. Johnson thanked everyone for their participation in the Beast Feast.

Comm. Bell asked for a consensus of the Commissioners to send a letter which he provided for their review to each of the municipalities requesting their involvement on a small team tasked with considering potential partnerships and resources needed to make the communities a preferred place to start or grow a business.

The Commissioners agreed by consensus to send the letter as presented by Comm. Bell to each of the municipalities in the county.

Mr. Moody reminded the Commissioners next Wednesday from 9:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M. the Board will be leading an Executive Session for Union negations.
Mr. Moody also reminded everyone Representative Yoho will be in Chiefland tonight.
THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 10:43 A.M.

ATTEST: BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
LEVY COUNTY, FL
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Clerk of Court: Danny J. Shipp

 

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Chairman: Ryan Bell