Month: July 2014

REGULAR MEETING

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

JUNE 17, 2014

 

 

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on June 17, 2014 at 9:00 AM 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 Coordinator – Fred Moody

 

 

Comm. Bell called the Meeting to order at 9:03 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	115920-116093
FUND	AMOUNT
GENERAL REVENUE	131,279.90
ROAD	70,152.19
PAL LIBRARY	10,108.84
TRANSPORTATION	2,202.02
COURT FACILITIES	23.00
PROGRESS ENERGY	1,261.02
EMS	25,717.56
FIRE	17,110.95
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT	1,220.44
UTILITIES	638.60
DRUG TASK FORCE	6,495.86
ADD COURT COSTS	607.26
CAPITAL PROJECTS	26,069.52
LANDFILL	62,272.33
TOTAL	$   355,159.49

 

 

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

 

Comm. Ryan Bell, Chairman

1. Presenting Proclamation 2014-26 recognizing the Chiefland High School Varsity Girls’ Softball Team as the 2014 FHSAA Class 1A State Champions.

 

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve Proclamation 2014-26 and read the Proclamation into Public Record recognizing the Chiefland High School Varsity Girls’ Softball Team as the 2014 FHSAA Class 1A State Champions.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

1. Presenting Proclamation 2014-27 recognizing the Williston High School Varsity Baseball Team as the 2014 FHSAA Class 1A State Champions.

 

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve Proclamation 2014-27 and read the Proclamation into Public Record recognizing the Williston High School Varsity Baseball Team as the 2014 FHSAA Class 1A State Champions.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

The meeting recessed at 9:14 A.M.

The meeting reconvened at 9:23 A.M.

 

PUBLIC COMMENTS

 

Devaiah Pagidipati, MD, new owner of the Williston Hospital spoke to the Board and informed them of the improvements made at the hospital making it possible for residents of Levy County to receive quality healthcare locally.  He stated he will be bringing in Doctors from Ocala specializing in Gastroenterology, Cardiology, Orthopedics, Oncology, and Women’s Health to the Williston Hospital.  Dr. Pagidipati also stated he is planning to build a surgery center which will make it possible for residents to avoid driving to Gainesville or Ocala for procedures.

 

 

FLORENTINE RECREATION/CEDAR KEY GENERAL STORE

 

Joe Florentine, President

Request approval to waive impact fees related to re-development of former Cypress Station site.

 

Atty. Brown spoke to Mr. Florentine asking if it was his intention to have a Review Hearing before the Board to consider the denial of the exemption to waive impact fees.

Mr. Florentine stated it was his intention for this item to be considered his Review Hearing and agreed to waive the Board’s requirement to give written notice for the Hearing.

Atty. Brown advised the Board to include in the Motion a requirement for Mr. Florentine to provide items not included in his packet provided for the Board office to be placed on the Agenda.  A written decision will need to be provided at the next Board meeting as required.

 

Mr. Florentine spoke to the Board explaining he has purchased the property where the former Cypress Station existed and is planning to re-build the gas station.  He requested the impact fees in the amount of $11,277 be waived per Section 47.116 of the Impact Fee Ordinance, as the building being replaced will be less square footage on the same lot within a 5 year period of the closure of the Cypress Station.

 

Comm. Bell stated the item would be treated like a Public Hearing and asked if there was anyone in the audience wishing to speak for or against the item presented.  There were none.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to waive  the impact  fees as requested  by Mr. Florentine.  Second was  made  by Comm. Meeks.

After discussion, Comm. Joyner amended his motion granting the exemption to waive the impact fees previously denied under Section 47.116 (c) with the condition Mr. Florentine provide information as stated by Atty. Brown.  Comm. Meeks amended the second made previously and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

PUBLIC HEARING – ROAD DEPARTMENT

 

Bruce Greenlee, Administrative Superintendent

Casey Duquette spoke on behalf of Mr. Greenlee and requested Board approval to adopt Resolution 2014-16 to petition to vacate, abandon, and close a portion of NE 65^th Lane a/k/a High Ridge Drive located in the Replat of Suncoast Estates Subdivision, as requested by petitioner, Sandra R. Hall.

 

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

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve Resolution 2014-16 as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

 

ROAD DEPARTMENT

 

Bruce Greenlee, Administrative Road Superintendent

1. Update on Traffic Signal for C323 and US 41.

 

Casey Duquette spoke on behalf of Mr. Greenlee giving an update on the request for a Traffic Signal for C323 and US 41.  Mr. Duquette stated a traffic analysis study had begun by the Florida Department of Transportation, however the request for signs to be placed in this area could not be done.

 

1. Request approval to adopt Resolution 2014-23 to schedule a Public Hearing on Tuesday, July 8, 2014 at 9:00 A.M. for the closure of a portion of an unimproved right-of-way located in King’s Hill Subdivision as requested by the Petitioner, David V. Benton.

 

Mr. Duquette requested Board approval of Resolution 2014-23 to schedule a Public Hearing on Tuesday, July 8, 2014 at 9:00 A.M. for the closure of a portion of an unimproved right-of-way located in King’s Hill Subdivision as requested by the Petitioner, David V. Benton.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve Resolution 2014-23 as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request approval to purchase a Challenger 6 Self-Propelled Broom.

 

Mr. Greenlee requested Board approval to purchase a Challenger 6, Self-Propelled Broom in the amount of $70,652 through a discount purchasing program called the NJPA.  A roller which the Road Department has, but is no longer workable will be traded in for $50,000 making the total price for the new Self-Propelled Broom $20,652.  Mr. Greenlee stated this is a budgeted expense.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve the purchase of a Challenger 6 Self-Propelled Broom as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

JORDAN AND ASSOCIATES

 

Ronald Vanzant, President

1. Present recommendation of award.

 

Mr. Vanzant presented the recommendation of award for work to be done to complete the Tarafa Project.  The bids received are as follows:

 

Bidder                                                 Base Bid                     Revised

Lapin Septic Tank Service, Inc.          $114,000.00                $110,430.00

Richardson Site Prep, Inc.                  $  68,995.00                $  65,251.00

Staley Construction Group, Inc.         $  55,091.03                $  67,446.23

 

1. Request Board consideration to waive bidding requirements established by the Levy County’s CDBG procurement policy and the County’s general purchasing policy and award a per item rate contract to Richardson Site Prep, Inc. based on an estimated lump sum of $65,251.00.

 

After discussion, Comm. Meeks made a motion to award the bid to Staley Construction Group, Inc. contingent on approval by DEO of awarding to Staley Construction Group, Inc. and providing the Board pay whatever difference there may be in the amount DEO will pay and the bid amount after negotiation with Staley Construction Group, Inc.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson.

 

Comm. Meeks amended his motion to include waiving the bidding requirements established by the CDBG Procurement Policy and the County’s General Purchasing Policy as presented by Atty. Brown.  Comm. Johnson amended his second and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

ANOTHER WAY, INC.

 

Donna L. Fagan, Executive Director

Request authorization for Fred Moody, County Coordinator, to sign an approval form required by the 2014 Emergency Solutions Grant application offered by the Florida Department of Children and Families Office on Homelessness.

Ms. Fagan requested Board approval to authorize the County Coordinator, Fred Moody to sign an approval form required by the 2014 Emergency Solutions Grant application offered by the Florida Department of Children and Families Office on Homelessness.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve and authorize Fred Moody, County Coordinator to sign the approval form as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

NON-AGENDA ITEM – ANOTHER WAY, INC.

 

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

 

Ms. Fagan requested Mr. Moody also be authorized to sign the approval form for the Emergency Solutions Grant application in the future without approval by the Board each time due to time constraints, provided there are no financial commitments by the Board.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to authorize Mr. Moody to sign the approval form for Another Way, Inc. in the future as requested without coming before the Board for approval provided there are no financial commitments by the Board.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

DEPARTMENT REPORTS

 

COUNTY COORDINATOR

 

Fred Moody

1. Request approval and signature for the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services contract amendment with Levy County for Levy County’s Fire control assessments for Fiscal Year 2014-2015.

 

Mr. Moody requested Board approval and signature for the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services contract amendment with Levy County for Levy County’s Fire Control Assessments for Fiscal Year 2014-2015.  The Fire Control Assessment is calculated at 17,250 acres x $.07 for a total of $36,207.50.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve with signature the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Contract Amendment as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request approval to move forward with a request for Proposal for Engineering and related services for utilities.

 

Mr. Moody requested Board approval to move forward with a Request for Proposal for Engineering and Related Services for Utilities.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve moving forward with a Request for Proposal as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

CORRESPONDENCE

 

Satori Days

1. Request approval for the appointment of Wilbur Dean to the Board of Adjustments representing District 1.  Mr. Dean will be replacing David Stone.  Wilbur Dean’s term will expire April, 2017.  – TABLED –

 

1.  Request approval for the re-appointments of Paula, Kennedy, District 1; Richard Hawthorne, District 3; and Thomas Inman, District 5 for the Construction Industry Licensing Board.  Terms will expire 6/30/16.

 

Ms. Days requested Board approval for the re-appointments of Paula Kennedy, District 1; Richard Hawthorne, District 3; and Thomas Inman, District 5 for the Construction Industry Licensing Board.  Their terms will expire on 6/30/16.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve the re-appointments to the Construction Industry Licensing Board as stated.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

LEVY COUNTY TRANSIT

 

Connie Conley, General Manager

1. Request approval for a capital purchase of new computers.

 

Ms. Conley requested Board approval for a capital purchase of seven (7) PC’s for the Transit office and 2 laptops.  Two (2) quotes were provided:

 

Dell                 $9,580.78

B & B              $8,771.30

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve the purchase of computers from B & B as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request approval to purchase equipment under 5310 Capital Grant and request authority to be given to either County Coordinator or designee to sign agreement for project, subject to County Attorney review.

 

Ms. Conley requested Board approval to purchase tablets, software and application from Route Match Software under the 5310 Capital Grant, an 80/10/10 grant and request authority to be given to either the County Coordinator or designee to sign the agreement for the project, subject to County Attorney review.  Route Match is a sole source provider for the software and application.  The County’s share of the project will be $4,810.40 and anything over and above the grant amount.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the purchase of tablets, software and application from Route Match Software under the Capital Grant and give the County Coordinator or designee sign the agreement, subject to County Atty. Review.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request approval of Resolution 2014-21 and Transportation Disadvantaged Trip and Equipment Grant.

 

Ms. Conley requested Board approval of Resolution 2014-21 approving the Transportation Disadvantaged Trip and Equipment Grant for the period of July 1, 2014 thru June 30, 2014 in the amount of $405,291.  This is a 90/10 grant.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve Resolution 2014-21 approving the Transportation Disadvantaged Trip and Equipment Grant as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

LIBRARY

 

Lisa Brasher, Director

Request approval of Auto-Graphics invoice.

 

Ms. Brasher spoke of the Lending Library in Otter Creek which she had recently visited and she complimented the Road Department for their work in placing signs in the area.

 

Ms. Brasher requested Board approval of an invoice from Auto Graphics, Inc. in the amount of $5,906.  The library has a circulation contract with them as required for State Aid which is renewed each year.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the contract with Auto Graphics, Inc. as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

COUNTY ATTORNEY

 

Anne Bast Brown

Request approval to waive requirements of s.112.313(3) and 112.313(7), Fla. Stat. for Jack Schofield and Bruce Wilson as members of the advisory board the RESTORE Act Advisory Committee.

 

Atty. Brown requested Board approval to waive the requirements of s. 112.313(3) and 112.313(7), Fla. Stat. as they may apply to Jack Schofield and Bruce Wilson, members of the Advisory Board of the RESTORE Act Advisory Committee.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to waive the requirements of s. 112. 112.313(3) and 112.313(7), Fla. Stat. as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS

 

Comm. Johnson reported there was a great turnout for the Chiefland Watermelon Festival held this past weekend.  The watermelon auction was possibly the highest from all the years he had done the auctioneering.

 

Comm. Joyner spoke of the Love Levy event and ribbon cutting coming up the last Friday of this month (June 27^th) at the old Morriston Baptist Church at 1:30 P.M.  This will be a Food Pantry and Clothes Closet facility offering biblical guidance to the area residents.

 

Comm. Stevens announced the Williston Parade will be on July 3^rd.

 

Comm. Meeks reported he had completed the first part of his continuing education as a Certified County Commissioner.

 

Comm. Bell reminded the Commissioners of the Executive Session on Monday, June 23, 2014 at 1:30 P.M. at the County Attorney’s Conference Room.

 

 

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

 

 

____________________________________                                    ____________________________________

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

 

REGULAR MEETING

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

JUNE 3, 2014

 

 

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on June 3, 2014 at 9:00 AM 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:

 

County Attorney – Anne Bast Brown

County Coordinator – Fred Moody

 

 

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

 

CHECK NUMBER	115770-115919
FUND	AMOUNT
GENERAL REVENUE	1,546,660.04
ROAD	140,959.06
PAL LIBRARY	9,011.84
TRANSPORTATION	2,450.39
911	11,082.25
COURT FACILITIES	4,026.37
PROGRESS ENERGY	7,434.09
EMS	13,285.72
FIRE	5,673.58
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT	1,502.44
CDBG	178.42
UTILITIES	132.30
DRUG TASK FORCE	218.43
CAPITAL PROJECTS	64,833.13
LANDFILL	2,511.26
TOTAL	$ 1,809,959.32

 

MINUTES

 

The minutes for the Regular Board Meeting held on May 20^th, 2014 were presented for Board approval.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve the minutes for the Regular Board Meeting held on May 20, 2014 as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Representative Charlie Stone spoke to the Board of funding approved by the State Budget recently concerning Levy County.  A few of the items approved for Levy County were:

 

College of Central Florida                              Cedar Key Waste Water Treatment Facility

Williston Middle/High School

NON-AGENDA ITEM

ANIMAL CONTROL

 

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

 

David Weatherford requested the Board approve the date of Saturday, July 12^th for a special adoption event to be held at Tractor Supply in Chiefland.  He requested the Board waive the $20 adoption fee for this event in an effort to encourage more pet adoptions.  The fee for spay or neuter surgery on a male dog is $50 and $85 for a female dog.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to waive the $20 adoption fee as requested for the adoption event.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

NON-AGENDA ITEM

SHIP

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve a non-agenda item from the SHIP Department.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Shenley Neely requested Board approval of the Deferred Payment Loan Agreement for Tanner C. and Cressilia L. McDaniel, PA #518 in the amount of $19,375 for an existing unit in Williston, FL.

 

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

 

 

PUBLIC COMMENT

 

Bonnie Tetters spoke to the Board regarding the condition of Road on which she lives and questioned why her road could not be placed on the paving list.

 

Mr. Greenlee stated he would check into the situation to see what the results of the traffic counts were for this road.

 

 

PUBLIC HEARING

DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT

 

Bill Hammond, Director

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

 

Atty. Brown administered swearing in procedure for anyone wishing to speak for or against the item to be presented.

 

Comm. Bell asked if any of the Commissioners had any ex-parte communication regarding the Preliminary Plat presented.  There were none.

 

Mr. Hammond requested Board approval of PP 2-14, a Preliminary 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 and lies within an “ARR” Agriculture/Rural Residential zoning.

 

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

 

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve Preliminary Plat of “Friendly Acres” as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

 

JORDAN AND ASSOCIATES

 

Ronald Vanzant, President

Discussion of Invitation to Bid published May 10, 2014 for the Soil Remediation with Drain-Field and Septic System Replacement project located at 11811 SE 197^th Place, Dunnellon, FL.

 

Mr. Vanzant discussed the Invitation to Bid previously published May 10, 2014 for the Soil Remediation with Drain-Field and Septic System Replacement project located at 11811 SE 197^th Place, Dunnellon, FL.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to have the Drain-Field and Septic System Replacement project re-bid and for Mr. Vanzant to make personal contact with the previous bidders so they may have the opportunity to re-bid as well.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

After discussion, Comm. Meeks amended his motion to rebid or if there is a quicker way in the Procurement Policy to negotiate with the contractors to pursue this option.  Comm. Johnson amended his second and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

LEVY COUNTY VETERANS PARADE COMMITTEE

 

Ruth Ruppert, Chair

Request roads closed to accommodate 2014 Levy County Veterans Day Parade on Saturday, November 8, 2014, starting at 11:00 A.M. in Inglis.

 

Ms. Ruppert requested Board approval for road closures in Inglis for the 2014 Levy County Veterans Day Parade to be held on Saturday, November 8, 2014 starting at 11:00 A.M.  Ms. Ruppert also requested donations to offset the cost of food vendors which will be set up at the end of the parade route.

 

Barney Cannon questioned if there would be alternate routes available for vehicles to avoid the parade.

 

Ms. Ruppert responded alternate routes will be available and they will be well marked.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve road closures in Inglis as requested by Ms. Ruppert.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

DEPARTMENT REPORTS

COUNTY COORDINATOR

 

Fred Moody

Request approval for office space for the Florida Department of Agriculture with the Division of Fruit and Vegetables.

 

Mr. Moody requested Board approval for office space for the Florida Department of Agriculture, Division of Fruit and Vegetables responsible for the farmer’s stock peanut inspection and grading.  There is space available at the Ag. Center and they would like to use it for their District Supervisor for the upcoming peanut harvest season.  The office space would be needed for approximately 10-14 weeks beginning around the first week of August.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to allow the use of office space at the Ag. Center by the Florida Department of Agriculture as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT

 

Mark Johnson, Director

1. Request approval to accept the Emergency Management Preparedness Assistance (EMPA) Grant.

 

Mr. Johnson requested acceptance by the Board of the Emergency Management Preparedness Assistance (EMPA) Grant in the amount of $105,806 which runs from July 1, 1014 to June 30, 2015.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to accept the Emergency Management Preparedness Assistance Grant as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

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

 

Mr. Johnson requested acceptance by the Board of the Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG) in the amount of $58,920 which runs from July 1, 2014 to June 30, 2015.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to accept the Emergency Management Performance Grant as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

LEVY COUNTY TRANSIT

 

Connie Conley, General Manager

Request approval for Resolution 2014-22 for a Memorandum of Agreement with the Florida Commission for the Transportation Disadvantaged and the Levy County Board of County Commission.

 

James Shields requested on behalf of Ms. Conley Board approval of Resolution 2014-22 for a Memorandum of Agreement with the Florida Commission for the Transportation Disadvantaged and the Levy County Board of County Commissioners.

 

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve Resolution 2014-22 as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

PUBLIC SAFETY

 

David Knowles, Director

1. Request Board’s approval and signature on a letter to the Town of Inglis regarding relocating the EMS transport unit in that area.

 

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval and signature on a letter to the Town of Inglis regarding relocating the EMS transport unit to the Inglis area.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve with the Chairman’s signature on a letter to the Town of Inglis as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Quarterly report presentation.

 

Mr. Knowles presented the quarterly report of the Department of Public Safety to the Board.

 

 

ROAD DEPARTMENT

 

Bruce Greenlee, Administrative Road Superintendent

1. Request permission to purchase a Challenger Sweeper. – TABLED –

 

1. Request approval Resolution 2014-18 authorizing the execution of a Traffic Signal Maintenance and Compensation Agreement with Florida Department of Transportation for Maintenance of Traffic Signals and Intersection Control Beacons in Levy County, FL and providing for execution of Annual Exhibits.

 

Mr. Greenlee requested Board approval of Resolution 2014-18 authorizing the execution of a Traffic Signal Maintenance and Compensation Agreement with the Florida Department of Transportation for maintenance of traffic signals and intersection control beacons in Levy County and providing for execution of Annual Exhibits.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve Resolution 2014-18 as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

SOLID WASTE

 

Benny Jerrels, Director

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

 

Mr. Jerrels requested Board approval for an Amendment to the Consolidated Small County Solid Waste Management Grant Agreement.

 

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

 

 

PUBLIC COMMENT

 

Tammy Jones, Supervisor of Elections spoke to the Board reporting of the recent Cedar Key City Elections held using their new equipment.

 

Renate Cannon asked about removal of Jordan and Associates as the Administrator of SHIP funds for Levy County and when their contract expires.

 

Comm. Stevens answered it had been discussed and it was determined it was more costly to replace Jordan and Associates as the Administrator of the SHIP Program than to continue until their contract expired.  The contract expires upon completion of current projects.

 

The meeting recessed at 10:13 A.M.

The meeting reconvened at 10:24 A.M.

 

Terry Witt asked about times of ambulances not available in the County.

 

Comm. Bell answered with Mr. Knowles the number of times ambulances were unavailable is documented, but the total in hours was not.

 

Comm. Bell read aloud a Public Notice which stated there will be an Executive Session on Monday, June 23, 2014 at 1:30 P.M. at the office of the County Attorney to discuss Union negotiations.

 

 

COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS

 

Comm. Johnson asked if a traffic study could be done for CR 346A and SR 129 as there have been numerous accidents in this area.

Mr. Greenlee responded he is aware of a study already underway by the State regarding this intersection.

 

Comm. Johnson announced the Chiefland Watermelon Festival is coming up on June 6^th.  The parade will begin at 11:00 A.M., followed by the Watermelon Sale at 12:00 P.M.  The Festival will take place at the old Train Depot.

 

Comm. Johnson spoke of the funding for the College of Central Florida.

 

Comm. Joyner stated there was a good turnout at the Williston FFA Ranch Rodeo held recently.

 

Comm. Joyner asked if Mr. Greenlee could look into placing a caution light at the intersection of CR 326 and SR 41 in Morriston.

 

Comm. Bell requested Board approval of Resolution 2014-25 directing a referendum question be placed on the ballot for the November 4, 2014 election asking whether the Board should be allowed to grant economic development Ad Valorem Tax exemptions to new businesses and expansion of existing businesses.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve Resolution 2014-25 as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Comm. Bell asked if the Commissioners would be interested in presenting a Proclamation to the Williston Baseball Team and the Chiefland Softball Team.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to have Atty. Brown prepare Proclamations for the Williston Baseball Team and the Chiefland Softball Team to be presented at the next regular Board Meeting.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Comm. Bell stated the Enterprize Zone funding was not re-funded for this year.  The remainder of this year is funded, however funding can be re-applied for the upcoming year.

 

Comm. Bell announced to everyone the Sales Tax Holiday will be from May 31^st through June 8^th.

 

 

Reminder:

Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity (COPCN) for ALS Non-Transport Services Joint Workshop Tuesday, June 3, 2014 6:00 P.M. at the Tommy Usher Center, 506 SW 4^th Avenue, Chiefland, FL.

 

 

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 10:56 A.M.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                             BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY, FL

 

 

____________________________________                                    ____________________________________

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

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

REGULAR MEETING

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

MAY 20, 2014

 

 

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on May 20, 2014 at 9:00 AM 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:

 

Danny J. Shipp – Clerk of Court

County Attorney – Anne Bast Brown

County Coordinator – Fred Moody

 

Comm. Bell called the Meeting to order at 9:03 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	115596-115769
FUND	AMOUNT
GENERAL REVENUE	169,654.04
ROAD	237,723.94
SHIP	35,900.00
PAL LIBRARY	15,926.02
COURT TECH/CRIM PREV	8,371.22
TRANSPORTATION	57,986.36
COURT FACILITIES	19.00
PROGRESS ENERGY	1,005.43
EMS	49,603.45
FIRE	89,729.51
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT	4,300.08
CDBG	7.40
UTILITIES	3,463.34
DRUG TASK FORCE	38,596.38
ADD COURT COSTS	2,574.62
CAPITAL PROJECTS	5,637.14
LANDFILL	136,543.81
TOTAL	$    857,041.74

 

 

MINUTES

 

The minutes for the Regular Board Meetings held on April 22^nd and May 6^th, 2014 were presented for Board approval.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve the minutes for the Regular Board meeting held on April 22,2014 with changes as stated.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve the minutes for the Regular Board meeting held on May 6, 2014 with the spelling correction as stated.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

PUBLIC COMMENTS

 

Judith Hall spoke to the Board about water from the collapsed culvert overflowing onto her driveway and property which she had brought to the attention of the Commissioners at a previous Board meeting.

Comm. Meeks stated the Town of Bronson was doing a study to determine the best way to deal with the situation.  Once this study is complete, they will know what steps to take next.

 

 

PUBLIC HEARING

 

Danny Shipp, Clerk of Court

Request approval of Resolution 2014-20 to amend the Final Budget for Fiscal Year 2013-2014.

 

Kay Holcomb spoke on behalf of Mr. Shipp requesting Board approval of Resolution 2014-20 amending the final budget for fiscal year 2013-2014.

 

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

 

Dana Sheffield asked how the budget would be amended.

 

Ms. Holcomb answered there were increases and decreases within various funds which did not significantly affect the overall budget.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve Resolution 2014-20 as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

 

Jordan Green and Bill Henderson

County Work Program Priorities presentation.

 

Mr. Green spoke to the Board and gave information on the Florida Department of Transportation’s 5-year Transportation Plan for Levy County to be adopted July 1^st by the State.

 

Comm. Bell announced there will be a member of Senator Rubio’s staff available to meet with residents of Levy County on Thursday, May 22, 2014 at Haven Hospice in Chiefland from 1:30 PM. To 3:00 P.M.

 

 

DEPARTMENT REPORTS

 

COUNTY COORDINATOR

 

Fred Moody

Request approval to replace Board office copier/printer and permission for a Budget Amendment.

 

Mr. Moody requested Board approval to replace the copier/printer for the Board office and permission for a budget amendment from personnel to cover this unbudgeted expense.  The three (3) quotes received are as follows:

 

Toshiba                        $7,227

Sharp                           $8,452

Copystar                      $9,410

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve the purchase of a new copier/printer from Toshiba in the amount of $7,227 and approval of a budget amendment for this expense.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

COUNTY AGENT

 

Albert Fuller, Director

1. Request approval and signature on an Agreement between Central Florida Community Action Agency, Inc. and Levy County Board of County Commissioners to sponsor participants in Summer Camp Programs.

 

Mr. Fuller requested Board approval and Chairman’s signature on an Agreement with the Central Florida Community Action Agency, Inc. to sponsor participants in Summer Camp Programs.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve the Agreement with Central Florida Community Action Agency, Inc. as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request approval and signature of a Memorandum Agreement between the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission and Levy County Board of County Commissioners for the use of Levy County 4-H Extension Office classroom and shooting ranges for Hunter Safety Programs.

 

Mr. Fuller requested Board approval and signature of a Memorandum Agreement with the FWC for use of the Extension Office classroom and shooting ranges for Hunter Safety Programs.

 

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

 

 

LEVY COUNTY TRANSIT

 

Connie Conley, General Manager

Request approval to ratify application that allows Levy County Transit to provide Medicaid trips for Access2Care as an “Out of Network” provider, until details can be agreed upon in the Service Agreement Contract with Access2Care.

 

James Shields requested on behalf of Ms. Conley Board approval to ratify an application allowing Levy County Transit to provide Medicaid trips for Access2Care as an “Out of Network” provider until details can be agreed upon in the Service Agreement contract with Access2Care.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to ratify the application as requested by Mr. Shields.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

PLANNING

 

Shenley Neely, Director

1. Request approval for the Subordination Agreement for Gladys Daniels SHIP Purchase Assistance Case PA #440.

 

Ms. Neely requested Board approval for the Subordination Agreement for Gladys Daniels, SHIP Purchase Assistance Case PA #440.

 

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve the Subordination Agreement for Gladys Daniels, SHIP Case PA #440 as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request approval and signature of letter and staff submission of an application for Technical Assistance Funding to Florida Department of Economic Opportunity.  Letter requesting funding may come from either Planning staff or Board.

 

Ms. Neely requested Board approval and signature of a letter and staff submission of an application for Technical Assistance Funding to the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity.  The letter requesting funding may come from either the Planning staff or the Board.

 

 

 

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve submission of an application for Technical Assistance Funding to the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to authorize staff to prepare a letter requesting funding.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

PUBLIC SAFETY

 

David Knowles, Director

1. Request approval to identify the week of May 18-24, 2014 as Emergency Medical Services Week.

 

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval of Proclamation 2014-19 identifying the week of May 18-24, 2014 as Emergency Medical Services Week.  He then read the Proclamation into public record.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve Proclamation 2014-19 as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. 2013 Yearly Report presentation.

 

Mr. Knowles gave a presentation of the 2013 Yearly Report of the Department of Public Safety.

 

Questions were asked by the following members of the audience:  Dana Sheffield, Terry Witt, Kevin Gay and Renate Cannon.

 

 

ROAD DEPARTMENT

 

Bruce Greenlee, Administrative Road Superintendent

1. Request to adopt Resolution 2014-15 to schedule a Public Hearing on Tuesday, June 17, 2014 at 9:00 A.M. for the closure of a portion of NE 65^th Lane, a/k/a High Ridge Drive, located in Replat of Suncoast Estates Subdivision as requested by the Petitioner, Sandra R. Hall.

 

Mr. Greenlee requested Board approval of Resolution 2014-15 to schedule a Public Hearing on Tuesday, June 17, 2014 A.M. for the closure of a portion of NE 65^th Lane, a/k/a High Ridge Drive as requested by the Petitioner, Sandra R. Hall.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve Resolution 2014-15 as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request approval to apply for a County Incentive Grant Program (CIGP) for County Road 341 (US 19/98 to SR 345), County Road 345 (SR 500 to SR 129) and County Road 347 (US 19/98 to Alt. 27).

 

1. Request approval to apply for a Small County Outreach Program (SCOP) grant for County Road 330 (C347 to C336).

 

Mr. Greenlee requested Board approval to apply for grants for the following County roads:

 

County Incentive Grant Program (CIGP)                  Small County Outreach Program (SCOP)

CR 341 (US 19/98 to SR 345)                                    CR 330 (C347 to C336)

CR 345 (SR 500 to SR 129)

CR 347 (US 19/98 to Alt. 27)

 

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve application for the above listed grants for road construction.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

COUNTY ATTORNEY

 

Anne Bast Brown

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

 

Atty. Brown requested Board approval of a Work Order with Tetra Tech, Inc. for Engineering and Related Services for the RESTORE Act.  The fee will be $1,650 per month, plus reimbursable expenses not to exceed $200 per month for a period of six (6) months.

 

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

 

1. Request approval to adopt Opinion and Order to Deny Appeal and Amended Monument Placement Application of Williston Atheists and American Atheists, Inc.

 

Atty. Brown requested the Board adopt the Opinion and Order to Deny Appeal and Amended Monument Placement Application of Williston Atheists and American Atheists, Inc.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to adopt the Opinion and Order to Deny Appeal and Amended Monument Placement Application of Williston Atheists and American Atheists, Inc. as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS

 

Comm. Johnson announced there will be a parade for the Chiefland Softball Team, State Champions for Division IA High School Softball on Friday at 4:00 P.M.  There is a Ranch Rodeo in Williston this Friday night for the Williston FFA.

 

Comm. Stevens congratulated the Williston Baseball Team as they will be heading to the 1A State Championship game in Chipley this evening.

 

Comm. Meeks announced the AmVets Post 88 in conjunction with the VFW Post from Chiefland will be hosting a memorial service at Rosemary Cemetery at 1:00 P.M. on Memorial Day.  Flag placement will be at 10:00 A.M.

 

Comm. Bell requested approval to re-appoint Commissioner Ryan Bell or designee, Chris Cowart, Marilyn Ladner, and Leslie Sturmer to the RESTORE Act Advisory Committee.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to re-appoint Comm. Bell or designee, Chris Cowart, Marilyn Ladner and Leslie Sturmer to the RESTORE Act Committee.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Comm. Bell reported the Disability Expo was a success.

 

Reminder:

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the Levy County Tax Collector’s Williston Branch Office May 20, 2014 at 1:30 P.M. located at 506 SW 5^th Terrace, Williston, FL.

 

Advanced Life Support Joint Workshop with the City of Chiefland on June 3, 2014 at 6:00 P.M. at the Tommy Usher Center at 506 SW 4^th Avenue, Chiefland, FL.

 

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 10:09 A.M.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                             BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY, FL

 

 

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