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BOCC Regular Meeting October 4, 2016
REGULAR MEETING
LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
OCTOBER 4, 2016
The Regular Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on October 4, 2016 at 9:00 A.M. in the Levy County Board of County Commissioners meeting room with the following Commissioners present:
Chairman John Meeks
Comm. Rock Meeks
Comm. Danny Stevens
Comm. Lilly Rooks
Comm. Mike Joyner
Also present were:
County Attorney – Anne Bast Brown
County Coordinator – Fred Moody
Danny J. Shipp – Clerk of Court
Chairman John Meeks called the Meeting to order at 9:00 A.M. Comm. Rock Meeks gave the invocation, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.
EXPENDITURES
Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the following expenditures presented for payment. Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.
| CHECK NUMBER | 125280-125320 |
| FUND | AMOUNT |
| GENERAL REVENUE | 1,207,510.12 |
| ROAD | 14,373.38 |
| PAL LIBRARY | 190.32 |
| TRANSPORTATION | 67.00 |
| 911 | 13,563.83 |
| COURT FACILITIES | 80.00 |
| EMS | 338.10 |
| FIRE | 1,544.51 |
| TOURIST DEVELOPMENT | 26.25 |
| UTILITIES | 46,292.10 |
| TOTAL | $ 1,283,985.61 |
PUBLIC COMMENT
Renate Cannon requested an explanation from Mr. Shipp for his absence at the September evening Board meeting when a budget increase was approved for his office.
Mr. Shipp responded he had a family illness and a representative from his Finance Department, Jared Blanton presented the budget to the Board including the request for an increase to the Clerk’s budget. Mr. Shipp also stated his request for an increase to his budget to cover increases to insurance, retirement and a 3% raise for employees was requested with his original budget request prior to this meeting.
Dana Sheffield stated the City election for the vacant seat on the Fanning Springs City Council is going on today for those living in this area.
PUBLIC HEARING – ROAD DEPARTMENT
Alice LaLonde, Administrative Office Manager
Request adoption of Resolution 2016-045 approving or denying the petition to vacate, abandon, and close portions of SE 110th Terrace, and SE 4th Street, located in Levy Ranchettes, as requested by petitioner, Larry Myers.
Mrs. LaLonde requested Board approval of Resolution 2016-045 approving or denying the petition submitted by Larry Myers to vacate, abandon and close portions of SE 110th Terrace and SE 4th Street in Levy Ranchettes, The Plat Review Committee voted against the road vacating due to the interruption of continuous flow of the traffic pattern through the subdivision and the Superintendents are in agreement with the Plat Review Committee.
Comm. Rooks asked if anyone in the subdivision was in favor of the road closure.
Mrs. LaLonde answered only the petitioner. All other residents were against the road closure.
Mrs. LaLonde stated the Road Department has offered to fill in a section of the road within the area requested for closure with rock to make it easier for vehicles to pass through since it is very sandy and soft causing some vehicles to become stuck.
Mr. Myers spoke to the Board stating his reasons for the request for road closure.
Those in the audience speaking regarding the road closure were:
FOR AGAINST
Mike Myers Edward Suor
Suzanne Suor
Linda Winkle
After discussion, Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve Resolution 2016-045 denying the petition presented. Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.
ROAD DEPARTMENT
Alice LaLonde, Administrative Office Manager
- Request approval of Resolution 2016-051 authorizing the execution of a Transfer and Maintenance Agreement with FDOT for the replacement of Bridge #340010 (from Gulf Blvd. to Daughtry Bayou).
Mrs. LaLonde requested Board approval of Resolution 2016-051 authorization the execution of a Transfer and Maintenance Agreement with FDOT for the replacement of Bridge #340010 from Gulf Blvd. to Daughtry Bayou in Cedar Key.
Comm. Rooks made a motion to approve Resolution 2016-051 as requested. Second was made by Comm. Rock Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.
2. Request approval of Resolution 2016-065 authorizing the execution of a Construction and Maintenance Agreement with FDOT for replacement of Bridge #340011 on CR 346 at Lewis Pass in Levy County, FL.
Mrs. LaLonde requested Board approval of Resolution 2016-065 authorizing the execution of a Construction and Maintenance Agreement with FDOT for replacement of Bridge #340011 on CR 346 at Lewis Pass in Cedar Key.
Comm. Rooks made a motion to approve Resolution 2016-065 as requested. Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.
Comm. John Meeks asked Mrs. LaLonde of the condition of Airport Road in Cedar Key after damages from Hurricane Hermine.
Mrs. LaLonde stated they are waiting until after meeting with FEMA Representatives before proceeding with any work on this road as it may qualify to be completely re-constructed.
NATURE COAST BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL
David Pieklik, Executive Direcctor
A. Provide a brief activities and accomplishments presentation for the period of August-October, 2016.
Mr. Pieklik provided a brief summary of activities and accomplishments to the Board for the period of August-October, 2016.
Renate Cannon inquired of the status of the Chiefland Hospital.
Mr. Pieklik answered he has been informed this project is still ongoing.
B. Request approval of a proposed letter of support of the upcoming Legislative Session for priorities endorsed by the North Florida Economic Development Partnership.
Mr. Pieklik requested Board approval of a proposed letter of support of the upcoming Legislative Session for priorities endorsed by the North Florida Economic Development Partnership.
After discussion of concerns by the Commissioners, it was agreed to TABLE this item until the next meeting.
Mr. Pieklik will look into the items of concern and bring back information at the next meeting.
C. Request approval of the annual Agreement between the Board of Development Council for fiscal year 2016-17.
Mr. Pieklik requested Board approval of the annual Agreement between Levy County and Nature Coast Business Development Council, Inc. for fiscal year 2016-2017 in which the County has budgeted the sum of $59,975.
Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve the Agreement between Levy County and Nature Coast Business Development Council, Inc. as requested. Second was made by Comm. Rock Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.
BARBARA SNOW
Ms. Snow, Volunteer Director for Levy County representing the Southern Chapter of the United States War Dog Association requested Board approval for placement of a shadow box in the Courthouse lobby to represent War Dogs, Veterans, and to honor U.S. War Dog Association based in Levy County, Chapter 2. She presented the Commissioners with a photo of the shadow box with its dimensions and stated there is no cost to the County as it had been donated. Ms. Snow asked if the item is approved, a presentation be scheduled on the next regular meeting date of the Commissioners.
Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve the request to place a shadow box in the Courthouse lobby as requested. Second was made by Comm. Rooks and the MOTION CARRIES.
DEPARTMENT REPORTS
COUNTY COORDINATOR
Fred Moody
A. Request approval of 2017 County Holidays.
Mr. Moody presented the list of 2017 County Holidays to the Board for their approval.
After discussion, the Commissioners agreed to make a decision on the 2017 County Holidays at the next regular Board meeting after Mr. Moody looks into the possibility of setting the two (2) days for Christmas at Monday, December 25th & Tuesday, December 26th, 2017, rather than the proposed days of Friday, December 22nd and Monday, December 25th.
B. Request approval of Resolution 2016-061 certifying Levy County meets the criteria for reduction of Department of Environmental Protection and Water Management District fees.
Mr. Moody requested Board approval of Resolution 2016-061 certifying Levy County meets the criteria for reduction of Department of Environmental Protection and Water Management District fees.
Comm. Rock Meeks made a motion to approve Resolution 2016-061 as presented. Second was made by Comm. Rooks and the MOTION CARRIES.
LANDFILL
Benny Jerrels, Director
Request approval of purchase of used 826 Caterpillar Compactor utilizing Small County Consolidated Grant funds.
Mr. Jerrels requested Board approval to use Small County Consolidated Grant funds to purchase a used 826 Caterpillar Compactor in the amount of $14,000.
Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve the purchase of a used 826 Caterpillar Compactor as requested. Second was made by Comm. Rock Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.
PARKS AND RECREATION
Matt Weldon, Director
Request ratification of the Annual State Assistance Agreement with Levy County Board of Commissioners on behalf of Levy County Mosquito Control.
Mr. Weldon requested the Board ratify the Annual State Assistance Agreement for 2016-2017 for financial assistance with the County’s Arthropod/Mosquito Control Program with the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. Mr. Weldon stated the County receives approximately $32,438.00 from the State annually.
Comm. Rock Meeks made a motion to ratify and approve the Annual State Assistance Agreement as presented. Second was made by Comm. Rooks and the MOTION CARRIES.
Mr. Weldon stated, at this time, there have been no mosquitos carrying the zika virus in our area.
EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
John MacDonald, Director
Request ratification of Hurricane Hermine 2016-066 Local State of Emergency Declaration.
Mr. MacDonald requested ratification of Emergency Declaration 2016-066 for Tropical Storm/Hurricane Hermine. Mr. MacDonald stated since the Governor had declared the County eligible for FEMA assistance, this would be the last Emergency Declaration from this storm.
Comm. Rooks made a motion to ratify Emergency Declaration 2016-066 as requested. Second was made by Comm. Rock Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.
Mr. MacDonald provided information regarding Hurricane Matthew stating Levy County could see a 30% chance of Tropical Storm winds as it appears to be on a path to impact the East side of the State.
Mr. MacDonald also stated there are FEMA sites which will be open soon in Levy county for people to stop in to receive information regarding assistance from storm damage as a result of Tropical Storm/Hurricane Hermine.
IT
Darin Remington, Director
Discuss County internet proposal. – TABLED –
PUBLIC COMMENT
Felicity Beach asked if 114th in Steeplechase will be re-paved soon.
Mrs. LaLonde stated this is the first road on the paving list and prep-work should begin by the end of the month.
Mayor Weiss announced the South Levy Marketplace will be open October 22nd and this is their 1-year anniversary.
COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS
Comm. Joyner reminded everyone of the LARC Ride to Provide event coming up on October 22nd followed by the Haven Hospice “Fall on the Farm” event beginning at 5:30 P.M. The Morriston Baptist Church is having a fish-fry event followed by a gospel sing on October 29th. Comm. Joyner stated the Levy County Beast Feast was a success and there was a large crowd in attendance.
Comm. Joyner requested all Commissioners wear pink at the next meeting in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness going on for the month of October.
Comm. Rooks stated she is still dealing with flooding issues from Hermine in the Cedar Key area.
Comm. John Meeks stated the Levy County Delegation meeting is on Monday, November 28, 2016 at 10:00 A.M. at the Dogan Cobb Building in Bronson.
Comm. John Meeks stated he had attended a SWIM (Surface Water Improvement and Management) meeting with the Suwannee River Water Management District last Wednesday to discuss their SWIM plan as they were seeking input from the local governments.
Comm. John Meeks stated there was a large attendance for the Peanut Festival held this past weekend in Williston.
Other events coming up in the month of October:
Pumpkin Patch and Corn Maze at U-Pick Lane
Farmers Market in Chiefland October 8th and 22nd
Lost Railroad at Kirby Family Farm in Williston October 7th-29th
A Country Circus at Two Hawk Hammock Ranch October 1st
Cedar Key Seafood Festival October 15th and 16th
Comm. John Meeks read into record a letter of resignation/retirement of Mr. Moody, effective December 23rd.
THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 10:45 A.M.
ATTEST: BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
LEVY COUNTY, FL
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Clerk of Court, Danny J. Shipp Chairman, John Meeks
BOCC Special Meeting September 30, 2016
SPECIAL MEETING
LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
SEPTEMBER 30, 2016
The Special Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on September 30, 2016 at 9:00 A.M. in the Levy County Board of County Commissioners meeting room with the following Commissioners present:
Chairman John Meeks
Comm. Rock Meeks
Comm. Lilly Rooks
Comm. Mike Joyner
Also present were:
County Attorney – Anne Bast Brown
County Coordinator – Fred Moody
Danny J. Shipp – Clerk of Court
Chairman John Meeks called the Meeting to order at 9:03 A.M. Comm. Joyner gave the invocation, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.
Clerk of Court, Danny Shipp requested Board approval of the year end expenditures in the amount of $265,504.59.
| CHECK NUMBER | 125121-125279 |
| FUND | AMOUNT |
| GENERAL REVENUE | 46,604.97 |
| ROAD | 73,534.79 |
| SHIP | 4,504.00 |
| PAL LIBRARY | 4,858.35 |
| MOSQUITO CONTROL | 4,936.60 |
| TRANSPORTATION | 16,891.61 |
| COURT FACILITIES | 7,792.48 |
| EMS | 58,554.24 |
| FIRE | 7,908.57 |
| TOURIST DEVELOPMENT | 3,010.43 |
| UTILITIES | 7,841.87 |
| LANDFILL | 29,066.68 |
| TOTAL | $ 265,504.59 |
| ONLINE TRANSFER – FIRE | 193,145.00 |
| ONLINE TRANSFER – UTILITIES | 100,000.00 |
| TOTAL ONLINE TRANSFERS | $ 293,145.00 |
Comm. Rooks made a motion to approve the year-end expenditures as presented. Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.
Mr. Moody reminded everyone there will be a Legislative Delegation meeting on November 28th in the Dogan Cobb Municipal Building in Bronson.
It was announced there will be a Vietnam Moving Wall which will be on display in Dunnellon at the Park this weekend.
THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 9:08 A.M.
ATTEST: BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
LEVY COUNTY, FL
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Clerk of Court, Danny J. Shipp Chairman, John Meeks
BOCC Special Meeting September 19, 2016
SPECIAL MEETING
LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
SEPTEMBER 19, 2016
The Special Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on September 19, 2016 at 6:00 P.M. in the Levy County Board of County Commissioners meeting room with the following Commissioners present:
Chairman John Meeks
Comm. Rock Meeks
Comm. Danny Stevens
Comm. Lilly Rooks
Comm. Mike Joyner
Also present were:
County Attorney – Anne Bast Brown
County Coordinator – Fred Moody
Chairman John Meeks called the Meeting to order at 6:00 P.M. Comm. Rock Meeks gave the invocation, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.
Adopt final millage and budget for fiscal year 2016/2017
Jared Blanton presented Resolution 2016-062 adopting the final millage rate of 9.0000 for the General Fund for fiscal year 2016/2017. This rate represents a 10.30% increase over the rolled-back rate of 8.1598.
Comm. John Meeks asked if there was anyone in the audience wishing to speak regarding the millage rate as presented.
Renate Cannon requested the Board not raise the millage rate.
Comm. Rock Meeks made a motion to approve Resolution 2016-062 adopting the final millage rate as presented. Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES. Comm. Rooks voted NO.
Mr. Blanton presented Resolution 2016-063 adopting the final budget in the amount of $63,504,126 for fiscal year 2016/2017, providing for an effective date. Adjustments to the budget were explained by Mr. Blanton. Two grants were added to the total given at the last meeting in the amount of $61,363; an E-911 Grant in the amount of $34,731 and a FEMA Grant for Public Safety increasing the Fire budget by $26,632.
Comm. John Meeks asked if there was anyone in the audience wishing to speak regarding the budget as presented. There were none.
Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve Resolution 2016-063 adopting the final budget for fiscal year 2016/2017 as presented. Second was made by Comm. Rock Meeks.
Mr. Blanton requested the Board consider the Board consider approving the Clerk’s original budget increase request of $38,472.
On the advice of Atty. Brown, the Commissioners continued the motion which had been made and seconded. Comm. John Meeks called for a vote and the MOTION CARRIES. Comm. Rooks voted NO.
NON-AGENDA ITEM
Comm. Stevens made a motion to hear a non-agenda item concerning the Clerk of Court budget increase. Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.
Comm. Joyner made a motion to include the request made for the increase to the Clerk of Court’s budget including the re-allocation of funds transferred to the Clerk by the Board in the amount of $38,472. Second was made by Comm. Rooks and the MOTION CARRIES.
THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 6:36 P.M.
ATTEST: BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
LEVY COUNTY, FL
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Clerk of Court, Danny J. Shipp Chairman, John Meeks
BOCC Special Meeting September 13, 2016
SPECIAL MEETING
LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
SEPTEMBER 13, 2016
The Special Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on September 13, 2016 at 6:00 P.M. in the Levy County Board of County Commissioners meeting room with the following Commissioners present:
Comm. – Rock Meeks
Comm. – Danny Stevens
Comm. – Lilly Rooks
Vice-Chairman – Mike Joyner
Also present were:
County Attorney – Anne Bast Brown
County Coordinator – Fred Moody
Vice-Chairman Mike Joyner called the Meeting to order at 6:01 P.M. Comm. Rock Meeks gave the invocation, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.
Annual Rate Assessments
County Coordinator, Fred Moody presented the following final Annual Rate Resolutions for Board approval stating there were no changes to the rate assessments for fiscal year 2016/2017:
Resolution 2016-053, Annual Fire Protection Services
Resolution 2016-052, Annual rate for EMS Tax Assessments
Resolution 2016-054, Annual rate for Solid Waste Assessments
Resolution 2016-055, Annual rate for Roadway Maintenance Service Assessments
Vice-Chairman Mike Joyner asked if there was anyone in the audience wishing to speak regarding each of the Assessments. Sallie Ann Collins questioned the Fire Protection Services assessment and was answered by Atty. Brown. Ms. Collins also expressed her dissatisfaction on how the roads were graded near her residence.
Comm. Rock Meeks made a motion to approve Resolution 2016-053 for Annual Fire Protection Services as presented. Second was made by Comm. Rooks and the MOTION CARRIES.
Comm. Rock Meeks made a motion to approve Resolution 2016-052, Annual rate for EMS Tax Assessment as presented. Second was made by Comm. Rooks and the MOTION CARRIES.
Comm. Rock Meeks made a motion to approve Resolution 2016-054, Annual rate for Solid Waste Assessments as presented. Second was made by Comm. Rooks and the MOTION CARRIES.
Comm. Rock Meeks made a motion to approve Resolution 2016-055, Annual rate for roadway Maintenance Service Assessments as presented. Second was made by Comm. Rooks and the MOTION CARRIES. Comm. Rooks voted NO.
THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 6:49 P.M.
ATTEST: BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
LEVY COUNTY, FL
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Clerk of Court, Danny J. Shipp Vice-Chairman, Mike Joyner
BOCC Public Hearing September 8, 2016
PUBLIC HEARING
LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
SEPTEMBER 8, 2016
The Public Hearing of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on September 8, 2016 at 6:00 P.M. in the Levy County Board of County Commissioners meeting room with the following Commissioners present:
Chairman John Meeks
Comm. Rock Meeks
Comm. Danny Stevens
Comm. Lilly Rooks
Comm. Mike Joyner
Also present were:
County Attorney – Anne Bast Brown
County Coordinator – Fred Moody
Chairman John Meeks called the Meeting to order at 6:00 P.M. Comm. Stevens gave the invocation, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance led by Comm. Rooks.
Adopt Tentative Millage Rate and Resolution 2016-058
Jared Blanton spoke to the Board stating the millage rate included in Resolution 2016-058 is 9.0000 for the General Fund for fiscal year 2016/2017. This rate represents a 10.30% increase over the rolled back rate of 8.1598.
Comm. John Meeks asked if there was anyone in the audience wishing to speak regarding the millage rate as presented.
Those in the audience speaking were: Renate Cannon, Barney Cannon, Dana Sheffield, and Sallie Ann Collins.
Comm. Rock Meeks made a motion to approve Resolution 2016-58 adopting the tentative millage rate of 9.0000 as presented. Second was made by Comm. Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES. Comm. Rooks voted NO.
Adopt Tentative Budget for 2016-2017 and Resolution 2016-059
Mr. Blanton presented the budget for the General Fund for fiscal year 2016/2017 in the amount of $63,442,763. Mr. Blanton pointed out since the last workshop, there were some changes. The Chiefland allocation for the Fire Fund was increased and the Transit budget has been streamlined per Connie Conley by utilizing grant programs which reimburse at a higher rate. This budget has not been adjusted at this time. There is now showing an increase to the Tax Collector’s budgeted commission for their Department of Revenue approved budget of $75,000. This was discussed at the last budget meeting. Mr. Blanton mentioned the budget as it is presented does not reflect the Clerk of Court’s original request of $825,260 which is a $38,472 increase of which $15,000 is for insurance increases.
Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve Resolution 2016-059 adopting the tentative budget for fiscal year 2016-2017 as presented. Comm. Rooks voted NO.
Discuss pay issues regarding storm work
Mr. Moody presented a situation which had come to light regarding pay for employees which had worked during the storm. There had been questions as to whether pay to employees would be at straight time or overtime for the two (2) days closed during the storm which would have otherwise been a regular working day.
Mr. Blanton explained the complications encountered with the unusual situation this payroll had presented.
It was agreed to direct staff to research and develop a policy concerning call-out/overtime pay to employees for future events similar to this.
THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 7:25 P.M.
ATTEST: BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
LEVY COUNTY, FL
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Clerk of Court, Danny J. Shipp Chairman, John Meeks