Month: December 2014

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

 

 

 

SWEARING IN OF ELECTED COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

 

Rock Meeks, District 2

Lilly Rooks, District 4

 

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

 

 

MINUTES

 

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

 

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

 

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

 

 

NON-AGENDA ITEM

 

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

 

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

 

 

PUBLIC COMMENTS

 

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

 

 

PUBLIC HEARING – DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT

 

Bill Hammond, Director

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

 

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

 

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

 

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

 

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

 

Sandy Collins also spoke

 

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

JORDAN AND ASSOCIATES

 

Ronald Vanzant, President

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

 

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

 

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

 

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

 

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

 

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

 

 

LEVY COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE

 

Mike West, 911 Addressing

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

 

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

 

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

 

 

FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

 

Rebecca White

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

 

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

 

 

NATURE COAST BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL

 

David Pieklik, Director

October-November 2014 Progress Report

 

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

 

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

 

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

 

 

EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT

 

Mark S. Johnson, Director

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

 

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

 

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

 

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

 

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

 

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

 

 

LEVY COUNTY TRANSIT

 

Connie Conley, General Manager

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

 

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

 

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

 

 

PUBLIC SAFETY

 

David Knowles, Director

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

 

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

 

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

 

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

 

 

FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

 

Bill Henderson, Jordan Green, Brian Delburn

Request to coordinate with rural counties on upcoming Work Program.

 

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

 

 

 

 

 

PUBLIC COMMENTS

 

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

 

 

COMMISSIONER’S REPORTS

 

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

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

 

Comm. Rooks stated she was glad to be back.

 

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

 

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

 

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

 

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

 

 

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

 

ATTEST:                                                                                 BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY, FL

 

___________________________________                          ______________________________________

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

 

 

[1] Ex-Parte, Comm. Joyner

[2] Ex-Parte, Comm. Rooks

[3] Ex-Parte, Comm. John Meeks

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

 

 

 MINUTES

 

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

 

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

 

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

 

 

 

NON-AGENDA ITEM/ROAD DEPARTMENT

 

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

 

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

 

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

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

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

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

 

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

 

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

 

 

PUBLIC COMMENTS

 

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

 

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

 

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

 

 

LEVY COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE

 

Sheriff Robert McCallum

Discuss sexual offender/predator housing situation in Levy County.

 

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

 

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

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

 

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

 

 

CITY OF CHIEFLAND

 

Betty Walker, Vice Mayor

Mary Ellzey, City Manager

Update on Chiefland ALS Non-Transport.

 

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

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

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion in which upon the final signing of documents for the City of Chiefland ALS and all obligations have been met, the county would reimburse them for the cost of the study.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the votes were as follows:

 

Yes                                   No

Comm. Meeks                  Comm. Stevens

Comm. Johnson                Comm. Joyner

Comm. Bell

 

The MOTION CARRIES.

 

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

 

 

DEPARTMENT REPORTS

 

COUNTY COORDINATOR

 

Fred Moody

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

 

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

 

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

 

1. Discuss Levy and Dixie County Oysterman Meeting.

 

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

 

 

ANIMAL SERVICES

 

David Weatherford, Director

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

 

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

 

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

 

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

 

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

 

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

 

PUBLIC SAFETY

 

David Knowles, Director

1. Request Board approval to purchase equipment for the department.

 

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

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

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

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

Eleven (11) face-pieces for new members

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

 

1. Request approval to purchase a command module.

 

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

 

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

 

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

 

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

 

Quality Emergency Vehicles                          $18,000

All Terrain Responder                                     $32,962

ETR, LLC                                                       $44,000

 

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

 

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

 

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

 

NAFECO                                                        $11,943.64

Municipal Equipment Company, LLC           $12,612.00

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

Hall-Mark Fire Apparatus                               $14,070.80

 

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

 

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

 

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

 

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

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

 

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

 

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

 

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

 

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

 

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

 

 

COUNTY ATTORNEY

 

Anne Bast Brown

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

 

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

 

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

 

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

 

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

 

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

 

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

 

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

 

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

 

 

 

 

 

 

PUBLIC COMMENTS

 

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

 

 

COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS

 

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

 

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

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

 

 

NON-AGENDA ITEM

 

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

 

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

 

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

 

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

 

 

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

 

ATTEST:                                                                                 BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY, FL

 

___________________________________                          ______________________________________

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