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BOCC Regular Meeting – November 19, 2013

February 5, 2014 by SuperAdmin

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

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.

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.

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

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.

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

BOCC Regular Meeting – November 5, 2013

February 4, 2014 by SuperAdmin

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

BOCC-Regular Meeting December 3, 1996

January 31, 2014 by SuperAdmin

REGULAR MEETING

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

December 3, 1996

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on December 3, 1996 at 9:00 a.m. in the Levy County Board of County Commissioners’ meeting room, with the following Commissioners present:

Chairman Wilbur Dean

Vice Chairman Sammy Yearty

Comm. Don Foley

Comm. Don Lindsey

Comm. Frank Davis

Also present were:

County Attorney Gregory V. Beauchamp

Clerk of Court Douglas M. McKoy

Administrative Assistant William C. Cobb

The Chairman called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m.. The invocation was given by Douglas McKoy followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.

Comm. Yearty moved to accept the minutes from the Special Board Meeting on September 30, 1996, Regular Board meetings on October 22, 1996 and November 19, 1996. Comm. Lindsey seconded and the MOTION CARRIED.

Comm. Yearty moved to approve payment of bills presented. Comm. Lindsey seconded

MOTION CARRIED.

EXPENDITURES

The following expenditures were presented for payment.

FUND AMOUNT

CHECK NUMBERS: 5729-5863

GENERAL FUND	$541,225.52

ROAD & BRIDGE FUND	22,005.40

FINE & FORFEITURE FUND	2,576.88

LANDFILL & RECYCLING	2,507.34

LAW ENFORCEMENT TRUST FUND	2,609.16

EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICE	4,577.74

ST GRANT-JUVENILE JUSTICE	651.33

TOTAL	$576,153.37

ZONING/AMENDMENT

Jane Snavely advised the Board that the Small Scale Plan Amendment #96-2, for the King property adjacent to Highway 19/98 had received two (2) challenges. She advised the Board that there was no need for her to be on the agenda today, however, she appeared in order to bring the Board up to date on the status of the amendment.

AQUACULTURE

Leslie Sturmer, UF Aquaculture Extension Agent, made a presentation on a Community Land-based Nursery Facility for Hard Clam Aquaculture. She requested the support of the Board on a grant application for funds to construct the facility. The City of Cedar Key and the University of Florida Cooperative Extension Service are preparing a grant to apply for funding through an aquaculture grant program administered by the Department of Environmental Protection. Comm. Lindsey moved to support the proposal with no liability to Levy County. Comm. Davis seconded. After brief discussion the MOTION FAILED with Comm. Foley, Comm. Yearty and Comm. Dean voting Nay.

LANDFILL/PERSONNEL

Sarah Miller, a former landfill employee spoke concerning an article in the Chiefland Citizen. She continued to express her concern that her termination from the landfill for light duty work was a result of supervisory inefficiencies. Mrs. Miller made further statements declaring that the landfill was not in compliance with state regulations.

Mr. Wayne Hardee, Landfill Supervisor, addressed the Board in response, stating that the landfill is in compliance. “The State would notify the county immediately if proper guidelines were not being followed,” Mr. Hardee said. No further action was taken.

ROADS DEPARTMENT/EQUIPMENT

Board Secretary Heather Alexander opened bids as advertised at 10:12a.m. for an equipment trailer. There were four (4) bids received.

Liddell Trailer $27,352.00

Falcon Power $24,000.00

Highland Tractor $25,200.00

Ring Power Corp. $34,491.00

A committee of Comm. Foley, Skip Hammell, Kelly Jerrells and Billy Cobb were appointed to review the bids. The committee later returned and recommended the apparent low bid from Falcon Power. Comm. Yearty moved to accept the recommendation of the committee. Comm. Lindsey seconded.

MOTION CARRIED.

ZONING

Mr. Rob Corbitt, Building and Zoning Supervisor, presented a petition for one (1) hardship variance as follows: A letter of opposition was received by mail.

Petition No. VA-00343 – Richard Stone, petitioning the Board for a Hardship Variance to allow a second dwelling in order to care for his mother (Loraine Stone), on a parcel of land located in all of Lot 2, Block H, US 19 No. 1 Addition, in Section 15, Township 11S, Range 14E, in Levy County. Said Parcel contains 1.5 acres more or less and is located within a Commercial (C-3) zone. 7152 NW 138th Place.

Mrs. Lou Bradshaw advised the Board that she lived adjacent to this property and had been denied a similar petition in the past. Mrs. Bradshaw stated that she supported the petition and asked for similar consideration if she ever petitioned for a variance again.

Comm. Lindsey moved to allow the hardship variance. Comm. Foley seconded.

MOTION CARRIED.

PROPERTY APPRAISER

Property Appraiser, Francis Akins, requested that the monies received from the sales of copies of maps and land ownership atlas be returned to the Property Appraiser’s General Operating Account. The amount tendered was $19,283.00 for the 1995-1996 fiscal year. Comm. Yearty moved to return the monies. Comm. Davis seconded.

MOTION CARRIED.

Clerk of Court Douglas McKoy inquired of Mr. Akins as to whether he had made the necessary request to the Department of Revenue to amend his budget. Mr. Akins replied that he would make the request subsequent to Board approval of the return of funds.

ROAD CLOSURE

County Attorney Greg Beauchamp read the resolution for closure of the following road:

That certain portion of Easy Boulevard lying between Blocks 8 & 9: and,That certain portion of Beech Avenue lying between Blocks 9 & 10:All as shown on the plat of Refile of Unit 1, Bronson Heights, as recorded in Plat Book 2, Page 12, of the Levy County, Florida Public Records. Said lands situate, lying and being in Levy County, Florida.

There were no objections presented before the Board. Comm. Lindsey moved to accept the resolution. Comm. Yearty seconded.

MOTION CARRIED.

PLANNING & ZONING

Mr. Herb Heesch, Planning Consultant, reported to the Board that he had two (2) status reports with zoning issues to make to the Board and that he would be requesting Board action. Mr. Heesch advised that the Planning Commission had met several times on the Evaluation and Appraisal report and would continue to meet through the end of this month. Mr. Heesch reported that he and the Commission had reviewed the first and second parts of the Department of Community Affairs (DCA) informal comments and he has held discussions with DCA concerning the comments. Mr. Heesch reported that DCA wants to add additional items to the report and he and the Commission were in the process of collecting this information.

Mr. Heesch also advised that the Department of Community Affairs (DCA) is continuing to review the 96-2 Plan Amendments, including the Loyann Mann application. Mr. Heesch said that it would probably be necessary to hold a workshop meeting with DCA on these applications.

Mr. Heesch stated that in view of the evaluation and appraisal report and the plan amendments that a special meeting needed to be called for the end of December to adopt two (2) ordinances: (1) To adopt the Evaluation and Appraisal report, (2) To adopt the various plan amendments. Mr. Heesch asked Chairman Wilbur Dean to call for a special meeting. Chairman Dean called for a special meeting as requested to be held on December 31, 1996 at 9:00 a.m. for consideration of adoption of the two (2) ordinances as specified. Chairman Dean asked County Attorney Gregory V. Beauchamp to be responsible for advertising for the adoption of the ordinances.

ROADS/MAINTENANCE

Mr. Skip Hammell presented three (3) requests for road maintenance on a one (1) time basis:

NE 80th Street between NE 122nd Court and NE 125th Avenue in University Estates, 25′ dedicated right-of-way, 1/4 mile long, 6 loads of rock. Comm. Yearty moved to authorize the repair. Comm. Lindsey seconded.

MOTION CARRIED.

NE 113th Avenue in University Estates, 50′ dedicated right-of-way, 10 loads of rock and grade. Comm. Yearty moved to authorize as requested. Comm. Lindsey seconded.

MOTION CARRIED.

SE 58th Place in Whispering Pines, Unit 2, 50′ dedicated right-of-way, 4/10 mile long, 4 loads of rock. Comm. Yearty moved to approve as requested. Comm. Davis seconded.

MOTION CARRIED.

LANDFILL

Mr. Wayne Hardee reported that David Weatherford and Almarie Mitchem have successfully completed the Landfill Operator Short Course and received a passing score and are now certified as State Certified Landfill Operator. Almarie Mitchem will be working at the scale house fulfilling another upgrade requirement at the landfill. Mr. Hardee recommends an increase in pay of $ .24 per hour for the employees as a result of completing the certification requirements in accordance with the October 21, 1986 policy approved by the Board. Comm. Yearty moved to accept the recommendation. Comm. Lindsey seconded.

MOTION CARRIED.

SHERIFF/COMPUTERS

Major Robert McCallum requested an additional amount of $50,000.00 to be added to the normal December budget draw for the Sheriff’s Department for payment of the emergency upgrading to the computer system. Comm. Yearty moved to accept the request. Comm. Lindsey.

MOTION CARRIED.

SHIP

County Attorney Greg Beauchamp reported that Ship Director Carol McQueen had received a request from Department of Transportation (DOT) for a partial release on the lien held on a portion of land owned by Juan O. and Tawnya Rodriguez in the Official Records Book 559, Page 278, mortgaged to Levy County, a political subdivision of the State of Florida. Mr. Beauchamp said the property has been condemned for the widening of US 27. Comm. Yearty moved to sign the partial release. Comm. Foley seconded.

MOTION CARRIED.

COUNTY ATTORNEY

County Attorney Greg Beauchamp advised that a public hearing is required for a special act relating to Rainbow Lakes Estates municipal services to be considered by the Legislature this year. Mr. Billy Cobb and Attorney Beauchamp will meet with Marion County officials and then arrange a hearing on the proposed special act.

Mr. Beauchamp briefly followed up on the objections received on the Small Scale Plan amendment #96-2. A hearing will be required and the Honorable Donald R. Alexander has been appointed Administrative Law Judge.

SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS

Mr. Beauchamp reported that the documents necessary to satisfy the liens created by the 1986-1989 Special Assessments are almost completed. Mr. Beauchamp stated that the resolution with an attached exhibit identifying each individual parcel of land will have to be recorded in the Public Records. Mr. Beauchamp stated that Tax Collector, Donald Richburg, had assisted by providing the detailed information concerning the liens which remained on record. Mr. Beauchamp said that all documents should be prepared and ready for approval at the next regular meeting of the Board.

Comm. Yearty requested clarification regarding the discount for payment of tax bills since the notices were being sent out late. Mr. Beauchamp indicated that discounts would still be available, noting that the tax notices were sent out late due to the Value Adjustment Board (VAB) hearings.

SPECIAL APPOINTMENT PUBLIC DEFENDER

Attorney Beauchamp advised the Board that he had requested and attended a hearing before the Honorable Joseph E. Smith, Levy County Judge, for a number of cases in which David Hallman, Esquire, had been appointed as Special Public Defender. Mr. Beauchamp further reported that Mr. Hallman had reached a settlement agreement with the Court providing for a slight reduction in the fees as originally requested. Mr. Beauchamp stated that Mr. Hallman had provided a letter to all Board members and to the Finance Department for the settlement amounts and requesting payment during this month.

FORESTRY

Tom Toland, Levy County Forester submitted his Annual Report for Division of Forestry’s Cooperative Forestry Assistance Program. Mr. Toland has replaced Mr. Todd Knapp as County Forester.

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS THE MEETING ADJOURNED.

Wilbur Dean, Board Chairman

ATTEST:

Douglas M. McKoy, Clerk of Court

BOCC-Regular Meeting Nov. 5, 1996

January 31, 2014 by SuperAdmin

REGULAR MEETING

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

November 5, 1996

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on November 5, 1996 at 9:00 a.m. in the Levy County Board of County Commissioners’ meeting room, with the following Commissioners present:

Chairman Wilbur Dean

Vice Chairman Sammy Yearty

Comm. Don Foley

Comm. Don Lindsey

Comm. Elmer Smith

Also present were:

County Attorney Gregory V. Beauchamp

Clerk of Court Douglas M. McKoy

Administrative Assistant William C. Cobb

The Chairman Wilbur Dean called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m.. Chairman Dean gave the invocation and led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.

EXPENDITURES

A motion was made by Comm. Smith, seconded by Comm. Foley to pay bills as presented. The following expenditures were presented for payment.

FUND AMOUNT

CHECK NUMBERS: 5235-5422

GENERAL FUND	$637,280.31

ROAD & BRIDGE FUND	49,979.11

LOCAL HOUSING ASSISTANCE	12,000.00

FINE & FORFEITURE FUND	18,107.46

EMERGENCY 911	847.25

ROAD & BRIDGE SPECIAL CONS.	2,951.54

LANDFILL & RECYCLING	17,314.80

LAW ENFORCEMENT TRUST FUND	2,541.66

COURT FACILITIES FUND	528.15

FLORIDA POWER GRANT FUND	686.58

EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICE	8,614.21

SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION	1,865.78

LOCAL CRIMINAL JUSTICE TRUST	60.02

FIRE CONTROL FUND	8,367.89

CDBG GRANT	1,182.94

INTERGOVERNMENTAL COMMUNITY 284.83

ADD REV BOND DEBT SERVICE	3,357.08



TOTAL	$765.969.61

PERSONNEL

Former Landfill employee Sarah Miller reported to the Board that she had not received written notification requested at the previous meeting from Mr. Wayne Hardee, Landfill Supervisor, giving the reasons why she was taken off of light duty work at the landfill and placed on leave. Attorney Gregory Beauchamp responded to Mrs. Miller that the delay was due in part by the time spent in Value Adjustment Board (VAB) hearings during the previous two (2) weeks. Mr. Beauchamp further stated that it was his understanding that she had received written notification this date. Mrs. Miller replied that she had received the letter but it did not respond to her question sufficiently. Mr. Beauchamp replied that the County’s position was that she was taken off of light duty by in response to decisions made by a on going Worker’s Comp. claim. Mrs. Miller reiterated her request for a more definite explanation of the reasons why she was taken off light duty and further stated that if response was not received that she would appear at the next Board meeting and give the real reason why she was taken off of light duty.

CITIZEN INPUT

Mike Sullo was recognized and wished Comm. Smith well on his elected retirement.

Mr. Sullo distributed a written request dated November 5, 1996 to the County Commissioners requesting a written response as to their job descriptions and responsibilities. Chairman Dean responded he would not respond in writing but would make available to Mr. Sullo the manual which covers this information. Comm. Smith advised that if he could find it, he would give Mr. Sullo his copy. Comm. Foley inquired if Mr. Sullo during his research locate what a County Commissioner’s responsibilities and duties were? Mr. Sullo responded yes, but he wants a response from the Commissioner’s on their interpretations.

Mr. Sullo distributed a letter from the Alliance of Concerned Citizens dated November 5, 1996 to the County Commission for them to request a letter from the Sheriff of Levy County to contact the FDLE and have them investigate the death of the inmate Mr. Richardson. Chairman Dean advised that if a copy of the letter was in the County Commissioners records a copy could obtained. Comm. Smith responded that the Sheriff is an elected official by the citizens of Levy County and would do his job as the citizens expected. He did not believe that the County Commissioners should tell him how to run the jail. It was understood that there was an on going investigation at this time.

Mr. Sullo distributed a letter dated November 5, 1996 requesting that Douglas M. McKoy be terminated as Director of the SHIP program, alleging that the Director does not have the qualifications for the position. Chairman Dean responded that Mr. Sullo’s allegations were politically motivated and gave no further consideration to the matter.

ROADS/BIDS

Mr. Skip Hammell – Bid Opening Road Department at 10:00 a.m.

Bids were received for two (2) dump trucks. They were from Jacksonville Mack Sales & Service and Tampa Mack Sales.

Jacksonville Mack Sales & Service $82,386.27 per truck

Tampa Mack Sales $82,000.00 per truck

Chairman Dean appointed a committee of Skip Hammell, Kelly Jerrels, Jimmy Jerrels and Comm. Foley to review the bids. Comm. Yearty moved to accept apparent low bid from Tampa Mack Sales pending committee’s finding that the bid meets all specifications. Comm. Smith seconded.

MOTION CARRIED.

Bids received for two (2) lowboy trailers from Falcon Power and Ring Power.

Falcon Power $23,347.50 per trailer

Ring Power $31,792.00 per trailer

Comm. Yearty moved to accept apparent low bid of Falcon Power, pending the committee’s findings that bid specifications are met. Comm. Smith seconded.

MOTION CARRIED.

The same committee will review the lowboy trailers as the dump trucks.

ZONING

Mr. Rob Corbitt presented the following petition:

1. Petition # VA 00342——- Joan Shallue to allow a second dwelling in order to care for her mother, on a parcel of land located in Small Farms Unit 2, Tract 6, in Section 30, Township 14S, Range 19E, in Levy County. Said parcel contains 10 acres more or less and is located in a Rural Residential (RR) zone. There was no opposition. Comm. Yearty made a motion to allow the Hardship Variance. Comm. Lindsey seconded.

MOTION CARRIED.

INSURANCE/MEDICAL

Mr. Skip Hammell Road Department made a point of information concerning AVMED is no longer accepting Chiefland Medical Center on their list. Commissioners advised that they had found that this was from not having a licensed MD on the staff.

ROADS

Mr. Skip Hammell requested maintenance on a one time basis as follows:

1: NE 10th Street in Williston Highlands Golf & Country Club Estates, 50′ dedicated r/w, 1/4 mile long, one (1) load rock spotted and graded, District 5. Comm. Smith moved to repair on a one (1) time basis. Comm. Lindsey seconded.

MOTION CARRIED.

2: NE 110th Avenue and NE 95th Street in University Estates, 50′ deeded r/w – will require three (3) loads of rocks and grade . Comm. Smith moved to repair on a one time basis. Comm. Foley seconded. MOTION CARRIED.

INSURANCE/LIABILITY

Mr. Billy Cobb reported that a proposal had been received from Harrell Insurance Company for an increase in the airport liability insurance. Current premium is $1,000.00 on $500,000.00 coverage. For an additional premium of $500.00 the liability coverage can be increased to $2,000,000.00. Comm. Foley moved to increase the liability coverage for the Cedar Key Airport to $2,000,000.00 for the additional $500.00 premium. Comm. Lindsey seconded. Discussion ensued. Comm. Yearty indicated that there would be more decisions needed on the Cedar Key Airport by the end of the year. Mr. Cobb will consult with the insurance carrier for consideration of coverage in excess of $2,000,000.00.

MOTION CARRIED.

EMS

Mr. Cobb reported on the remounting and refurbishing of the ambulance for Yankeetown/Inglis. The best bid was from Columbia County BOCC for $53,074.28. Mr. Cobb requested permission from the Commissioners to proceed as the monies are in the budget from an $18,000.00 grant and other monies budgeted. Comm. Yearty moved to allow Mr. Cobb to proceed with the remounting and refurbishing of the ambulance. Comm. Foley seconded.

MOTION CARRIED.

SOLID WASTE DEPT/SALARIES

Mr. Wayne Hardee requested a correction on an underpayment in Ron Shilts pay when he was classified as a groundwater tech. The total due Mr. Shilts is $252.51. His new hourly rate is 9.3295 per hour for this classification. Mr. McKoy said that this would have to be shown as income for this year and reflected in the 1996 W-2 form. Mr. McKoy further advised that proper documentation is to be submitted to the Payroll. Comm. Smith moved to pay the underpayment to Mr. Shilts and to amend his salary as per 9.3295 per hour. Comm. Foley seconded.

MOTION CARRIED.

BUILDING AND ZONING

Mr. Rob Corbitt requested permission to request bids for a vehicle for Building and Zoning. The present vehicle is at Scoggin’s Chevrolet being repaired. The bid specifications will be the same as the last pickup purchased. Mr. Corbitt said that the pickup can be purchased by line item transfers in the budget and he believes his budget will be sufficient to the end of the year. Chairman Dean explained that Building and Zoning had been counting on a vehicle this year which was given to EMS instead. Comm. Lindsey moved to allow bids to be requested. Comm. Foley seconded.

MOTION CARRIED.

Mr. Corbitt is to review the bid specifications with Mr. Cobb.

ROAD/CLOSURES

County Attorney Greg Beauchamp made a report on a request for a road closing by Mr. Jerry Bunch. The road is located at Unit 1 Bronson Heights (Beach Avenue and Easy Blvd., Blocks 8 and 9) They have submitted a $100.00 check for the advertising of the road closure. This is schedule to be heard at the December 3, 1996 commission meeting. Mr. Skip Hammell, Commissioner Dean and Mr. Greg Beauchamp will confirm the legal description. Commissioner Yearty made a motion to adopt the resolution, second by Commissioner Smith.

MOTION CARRIED.

BOARDS/COMMISSIONS

Board Secretary Heather Alexander said that a request had been received from Withlacoochee Regional Planning Council that Dennis Dufault be appointed to replace Elizabeth Enright as the Florida Department of Labor & Employment Security (FDLES) voting member on the coordinating board.

CONTRACTS

Ms. Alexander presented the contracts with Child Care Resources for the day care centers in Williston and Chiefland. The contract will be $1,288.00 match amounts as last year. Comm. Smith moved to accept the contract as presented. Comm. Yearty seconded.

MOTION CARRIED.

BOND RENEWAL/CLERK OF COURT

Ms. Alexander reported that the bond application for a new term of the Clerk of Court, Douglas M. McKoy needs to be renewed. Comm. Smith moved to renew the bond. Comm. Yearty seconded.

MOTION CARRIED.

VALUE ADJUSTMENT BOARD

County Attorney, Gregory V. Beauchamp, advised the Board that there was a Court hearing scheduled on November 6, 1996 on a Motion for Summary Judgment for the lawsuit arising out of the 1994 Value Adjustment Board hearings it will be held at the Levy County Court House before Judge Frederick Smith.

Mr. Beauchamp further stated the special service fees will be reflected on the tax bills for this year. He said he had not completed a document which identifies parcels released from lien on the new ordinance.

SHIP

Mrs. Carol McQueen presented a report on the SHIP program. She presented two (2) Deferred Payment Loans (DPL) to the Board. Mr. and Mrs. Woodrow Farnham made one application and Thomas and Daphne Head the other application. Comm. Foley moved to accept the Deferred Payment Loans. Comm. Yearty seconded.

MOTION CARRIED.

Mrs. McQueen reported that there is a backlog of funds which have not yet been spent and it appears that they will not be depleted by the end of the year. The State is aware of the backlog and the problems which created this. She understands that the State will work with Levy County and the SHIP program. The State has made some suggestions. Mrs. McQueen discussed the three (3) criteria used by the Partnership Committee in using the funds:

1) Emergency Home Repairs $5,000.00

2) Down payment & closing costs/New Homes $6,000.00 to $12,000.00

3) Down Payment & closing costs/Existing Homes $6,000.00

Additional funds for repairs $4,000.00

A recommendation was made that an additional criteria be added

4) Rehabilitation for Existing Homeowners. After discussion Comm. Yearty moved to approve the concept of adding the fourth strategy providing Rehabilitation for existing homeowners. Comm. Lindsey seconded.

MOTION CARRIED.

Mrs. McQueen said the four (4) houses constructed in the demonstration project by the County are for sale. She said there have been three (3) new applicants that are applying for financing.

Mrs. McQueen requested the BOCC to clarify the Down Payment amounts provided for these units. She said she had researched the minutes and found that the Board agreed to increase the down payment from $6,000.00 to $12,000.00 in some cases but further clarification was necessary. For the demonstration project Mrs. McQueen recommended the following down payment amounts:

Assistance Cost of Dwelling

$ 9,000.00 $30,000.00

$12,000.00 $45,000.00

Commissioner Yearty moved to accept the recommendation as presented. Comm. Lindsey seconded.

MOTION CARRIED.

COMMISSIONERS

Commissioner Foley requested the Mr. Billy Cobb check into any grant funds which may be available or that can be applied for to repair boat ramps owned by the County. Funds which were applied for to repair the Fowler’s Bluff boat ramp may be available in February 1997. Mr. Cobb will investigate.

NOISE ORDINANCE

Comm. Foley reminded the Board that consideration had been given earlier to the adoption of a Noise Ordinance. Comm. Foley then requested that County Attorney continue in his efforts to investigate Noise Ordinances in an effort to create a Noise Ordinance for Levy County. Comm. Foley stated that he had additional complaints recently concerning noise levels and abusive noise and language coming from Public Address systems.

Citizen Vern Myrick, from Fowlers Bluff, spoke to the Board briefly concerning a recent incident at Fowlers Bluff. Mr. Myrick stated that Comm. Foley’s review of this issue came at his request due a abusive and noisy gathering being held at Fowlers Bluff recently. Mr. Myrick reported that a band, apparently outside of a building, abusive and foul language was heard over the Public Address system. Mr. Myrick further stated that the noise lasted until almost midnight. Mr. Myrick further inquired about alcoholic licenses and permits issued to the Treasure Camp and suggested that some of the partying crowd may have been located on County property.

Building Department Superintendent Rob Corbitt advised the Board that he had investigated the matter and found that the Treasure Camp did have a consumption on premises (COP) license for beer and wine. Further discussion ensued concerning the need for a Noise Ordinance. Comm. Yearty requested that further consideration for a Junk and Debris Ordinance as well as a Noise Ordinance. Comm. Foley replied that the Noise Ordinance had been under consideration for a long time and that there was a need now to speed up the process.

Chairman Dean directed Parks Director, Wayne Hardee to confer with the owners of the Treasure Camp and advise them that outdoor parties and bands should not be located on the county property.

FOOD BANK

Juanita Malchior made a presentation on the Mighty Food Bank. They are interested in bringing the Food Bank to Levy County. She discussed how they operate and how the food is collected from donations and disbursed to agencies. She presented each Commissioner with a membership application. She advised she was not asking for funds but would appreciate consideration of the Food Bank and its benefit to Levy County.

AWARDS AND RESOLUTIONS

County Attorney Greg Beauchamp read a resolution honoring Comm. Elmer Smith in recognition of his sixteen (16) years of service on the County Commission. Comm. Lindsey moved to adopt the resolution as read and that it be spread on the minutes of the BOCC. Comm. Foley seconded. MOTION CARRIED. Chairman Dean presented a plaque to Comm. Smith in honor of his years of service.

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS THE MEETING ADJOURNED.

Wilbur Dean, Board Chairman

ATTEST:

Douglas M. McKoy, Clerk of Court

ATTACHMENT A

Resolution honoring Comm. Elmer Smith

BOCC-Regular Meeting November 19, 1996

January 31, 2014 by SuperAdmin

REGULAR MEETING

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

November 19, 1996

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on November 19, 1996 at 9:00 a.m. in the Levy County Board of County Commissioners’ meeting room, with the following Commissioners present:

Chairman Wilbur Dean

Vice Chairman Sammy Yearty

Comm. Don Foley

Comm. Don Lindsey

Comm. Frank Davis

Also present were:

County Attorney Gregory V. Beauchamp

Clerk of Court Douglas M. McKoy

Administrative Assistant William C. Cobb

The Chairman called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m.. The invocation was given by Comm. Dean and led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.

Comm. Foley moved to accept the minutes of November 5, 1996 meeting. Comm. Lindsey seconded.

MOTION CARRIED.

EXPENDITURES

Comm. Lindsey moved to pay the bills as presented. Comm. Foley seconded.

MOTION CARRIED.

The following expenditures were presented for payment.

FUND AMOUNT

CHECK NUMBERS: 5235-5422

GENERAL FUND	235,123.72

ROAD & BRIDGE FUND	55,882.93

LOCAL HOUSING ASSISTANCE	10,000.00

LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT FUND	15.00

FINE & FORFEITURE FUND	7,019.99

LANDFILL/RECYCLING	6,322.24

FLORIDA POWER GRANT FUND	65.50

EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICE	11,835.88

FIRE CONTROL FUND	10,005.50

ST GRANT-JUVENILE JUSTICE	80.12

TOTAL 336,350.88

COMMISSIONERS

Chairman Dean introduced the Honorable Joseph E. Smith. Judge Smith performed the swearing in ceremony of Comm. Wilbur Dean, Comm. S. W. Yearty and Comm. Frank Davis, newly elected board member. Judge Smith welcomed Comm. Davis to the Board and commended the three (3) for electing to serve the citizens of Levy County. Chairman Dean welcomed Mr. Davis to the Board.

RESOLUTION

County Attorney Beauchamp read a resolution commending S. E. Gunnell, Jr. for his contributions to the “Levy County Archives Committee”. Comm. Foley moved to adopt the resolution. Comm. Yearty seconded.

MOTION CARRIED.

PERSONNEL/LANDFILL

Sarah Miller spoke to the Board concerning the complaints made by her husband and herself concerning Mr. Wayne Hardee’s position as supervisor of the Landfill. She spoke on letters sent to Senator Bob Graham, Governor Lawton Chiles and to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). She read excerpts of responses received from the EPA reflecting the inspections made of the Class III site. She asked the Board “What are you going to do about it?”. Chairman Dean thanked Mrs. Miller for her comments and noted that he was aware of the two (2) inspection reports and would not make any reply until all sides of the issue had been investigated. It was Mrs. Miller’s opinion that she was taken off of light duty work at the Landfill unjustly by Mr. Hardee, as a result of the correspondence sent to Senator Graham and Governor Chiles.

BOND/SHERIFF

Board Secretary Jackie Martin informed the Board that the bond renewal was due for the position of the Sheriff. Comm. Yearty moved to renew the bond for the sheriff. Comm. Lindsey seconded.

MOTION CARRIED.

CORRESPONDENCE

Board Secretary Mrs. Martin read correspondence from Withlacoochee Regional Planning Council concerning the one position on the Planning Council for the Levy County Commission. They requested Chairman Dean to continue in the position on the Executive Committee for 1997. Chairman Dean recommended that the decision be postponed to allow the incoming Chairman to make the decision.

Mrs. Martin reported that the Withlacoochee Regional Planning Council advised that Marilynn Schlott of Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) had notified them that they were requesting the placement of John Bertholf as the AHCA’s alternate on the Levy County Transportation Disadvantaged Coordinating Board. He will assume the position previously held by Kaylin Anderson. Comm. Foley moved to accept the recommendation. Comm. Lindsey seconded.

MOTION CARRIED.

EMS

Mr. Billy Cobb reported that J. Brian Gordon had been named as Assistant Director of Emergency Medical Services. In accepting this position his salary would need to be adjusted from the salary previously received as a paramedic. The hourly rate would be $12.02. Comm. Yearty moved to adjust the hourly rate. Comm. Lindsey seconded.

MOTION CARRIED.

COUNTY PLANNING

Mr. Herb Heesch provided information to the Board on the Comprehensive Plan. The DCA has published notification that some of the issues which previously were not in compliance in the Levy County Comprehensive Plan have now been resolved.

Mr. Heesch advised that he and Building and Zoning Director Rob Corbitt have completed an update through 1995 of the Land Development Regulations and compiled them into one (1) document. Mr. Heesch said that the document was new and is ready for review by the County Attorney.

Mr. Heesch said the Planning Board will be meeting weekly until the end of the year to prepare recommendations on the Evaluation Appraisal Report for DCA. It appears that two (2) ordinances need to be adopted in anticipation of DCA approval on the second 1996 Comprehensive Plan Amendment. Comm. Yearty clarified that this was needed before the end of the year to prevent the County using one of the two amendment periods allowed for next year on issues from the current year. The DCA has requested a schedule from the County on what issues will be presented for amendment next year. Mr. Heesch advised that this would be difficult to do, however, it needs to be prepared and the six (6) month extension should be a firm part of this information.

LEVY CO DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY

Mr. George Sandora presented the Board with the Levy County Development Authority’s comments on the Evaluation and Appraisal Report of the Levy County Comprehensive Plan as requested.

AQUACULTURE

Mr. Sandora distributed a letter received from Rebecca J. Bruce, Claims Adjuster, Florida League of Cities to John McPherson, Esquire. It notified Mr. McPherson that the claim filed by his client, Robert Solano was denied as their investigation revealed that there was no liability on behalf of Levy County Development Authority.

BIDS

Mr. Skip Hammell reminded the Board that approval of the bid submitted by Tampa Mack Sales for the two (2) trucks subject to the committee review had been approved at the November 5, 1996 meeting. Mr. Hammell advised that the committee had reviewed the bid and determined that it met the specifications. Mr. Hammell requested that the Board reject both bids received on the trailers because the committee found that the two (2) bids submitted did not meet the requested specifications. Comm. Yearty moved to reject the bids received on the trailer and to readvertise the bids. Comm. Lindsey seconded.

MOTION CARRIED.

ROADS/MAINTENANCE

Mr. Hammell requested (1) one time maintenance on the following:

Trim the trees on the roadway for the passage of the school bus located at NE 95th Street and NE 110th Avenue in University Estates. This is a dedicated public roadway. Comm. Yearty moved to trim the trees on a one (1) time basis as recommended by the Road Department. Comm. Lindsey seconded.

MOTION CARRIED.

Repair on a one (1) time basis SW 80th Street and SW 123rd Terrace in Cedar Key Heights. The repair will require three (3) or four (4) loads of rock spotted and to be graded. This is a dedicated public roadway. Comm. Lindsey moved to repair as recommended by the Road Department on a one (1) time basis. Comm. Foley seconded.

MOTION CARRIED.

ROAD CLOSURE

A Public Hearing was held at 10:30 a.m. for the closure of That certain portion of Church Street lying between Lot 10, Block 2 and Lot 2, Block 9 as shown on the Map of Raleigh as recorded in Plat Book 1, Page 11 of the Public Records of Levy County, Florida. Said lands situate, lying and being in Levy County, Florida. Attorney Beauchamp read the resolution for the adoption of road closure. There was no opposition received. Comm. Davis moved to adopt the resolution. Comm. Yearty seconded.

MOTION CARRIED.

SIGNS

Comm. Yearty moved to direct Mr. Billy Cobb to write the Department of Transportation requesting that the community of Usher be identified on U.S. Highway 19. Comm. Lindsey seconded.

MOTION CARRIED.

SHIP

Clerk of Court Mac McKoy explained that SHIP Director Carol McQueen was at a meeting in Tallahassee and presented a Deferred Payment Loan Agreement for Robert C. Smith and Elizabeth E. Smith of 106 S. E. 4th Street, Chiefland, Florida. Comm. Yearty moved to approve the loan agreement. Comm. Lindsey seconded.

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS THE MEETING ADJOURNED.

Wilbur Dean, Board Chairman

ATTEST:

Douglas M. McKoy, Clerk of Court