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REGULAR MEETING

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

OCTOBER 2, 2012

 

 

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on October 2, 2012 at 9:00 AM in the Levy County Board of County Commissioners meeting room, with the following Commissioners present:

 

Chairman Danny Stevens

Comm. Chad Johnson

Comm. Ryan Bell

Comm. Mike Joyner

 

            Also present were:

Clerk of Court – Danny Shipp

CountyAttorney– Anne Bast Brown

CountyCoordinator– Fred Moody

 

 

Comm. Stevens called the Meeting to order at 9:09 A.M.  Osborn Barker gave the invocation, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.

 

 

EXPENDITURES

 

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

 

CHECK NUMBER	109372-109400
FUND	AMOUNT
GENERAL REVENUE	1,330,160.52
COURT TECH/CRIM PREV	274.62
911	14,000.00
FIRE	58.13
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT	1,650.00
UTILITIES	954.51
COMMUNICATION	3,000.00
TOTAL	$ 1,350,097.78

 

 

FLORIDA ASSOCIATION OF COUNTIES

 

Doug Darling

            Presentation on RESTORE Act (Resources & ecosystems Sustainability, Tourist Opportunities and Revived Economies) of the Gulf Coast States Act of 2012.

 

Mr. Darling gave a presentation to the Board regarding the RESTORE Act.  Under the RESTORE Act 80% of all the fines and penalties paid by BP as a result of the Deepwater Horizon Gulf Oil spill, will go into the Restoration Trust Fund to be distributed.  Of these funds, 30% will be designated for the Gulf Consortium for Florida.  Levy County could also be eligible to receive Federal funds, which is controlled by the Federal Council. Mr. Darling asked the Board to consider signing an Interlocal Agreement and a Resolution approving the Interlocal Agreement which admits the County as a member of the Gulf Consortium.  Being a part of the Consortium of the Gulf Coast States gives Levy County a vote on the State money available to Florida. Levy County’s portion of the transition budget is $640, if the Board decides to join the Consortium.  A member of the Board would need to be appointed as the voting member from Levy County.

 

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve Resolution 2012-64, approving the form of the Interlocal Agreement admitting the county as a member of the Gulf Consortium as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Comm. Drew made a motion to appoint Comm. Bell as the voting member and Mr. Moody as the alternate from Levy County to serve on the Consortium. Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Mr. Darling informed the Board there is a meeting tentatively scheduled in Tallahassee on October 22^nd.

 

 

SHIP

 

Jeffrey Winter, Jordan & Associates

            Request to approve Jordan & Associates Final Prioritized Applicant List, Final Contractor List and recommendation of award for Lead-Base Paint Services.

 

Mr. Winter presented to the Board the Final Prioritized Applicant List and stated 17 of the applicants have met all eligibility criteria.  The applicants are as follows:

 

            Victoria & Maggie Jackson, Williston                Ana Febles, Archer

            Roberto & Deborah Tarafa, Dunnellon              Betty Minton, Chiefland

            Steven Killen, Morriston                                               Queen & Henry Thomas

            Benny & Edith Lamb                                                    Betty Wolfe & Barbara Flores, Bronson

            Wilma Jean Hammock                                      Catherine Brown, Williston

            Michael Hart                                                                Blucher & Tiffany Smith

            Jack & Christine Mileski, Archer                                  John & Charlotte Kearney, Williston

            J.C. Brown, Williston                                                    Daisy Boyd & Rita Gillespie

                                                                                                Rowland Brock, Jr. & June Smith, Morriston

 

The following (12) twelve contractors have submitted an application and are being presented to the County Commission for approval:

 

            D.J. Daube Construction & Development, LLC            K & C Homes, LLC

            Donle Enterprises, Inc.                                      Lindsey Custom Builders, Inc.

            Duncan’s Frame & Trim, Inc.                                       M.J. Johnson Construction, Inc.

            Gary Southard Construction, LLC                                Mike Discher Construction, LLC

            Jeff White Construction, Inc.                                         Unison Development, LLC

            Jerry Orenchak General Contractors, Inc.

            Johnson & Johnson Roofing, Inc. d/b/a Certified Roofing & Construction

Mr. Winter requested conditional Board approval of the above listed Homeowner Applicants and Contractors.

 

Comm. Bell made a motion to conditionally approve the list of Homeowner Applicants and Contractors as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

As a requirement for all pre-1978 units receiving CDBG Housing Rehabilitation Assistance, the County must conduct lead-based paint inspections and risk assessments.  Mr. Winter presented (5) firms providing lead-based paint specialist services which responded to their request for quotes:

 

            Aerostar SES, LLC                                          $4,200

            AGC Environmental Consulting, Inc.                 $1,075

            Associated Consulting Professionals, Inc.          $   590

            Lead Paint Solutions, LLC                                $   705

            Southern Earth Sciences, Inc.                            $775 – $1,250

 

Mr. Winter stated is the recommendation of Jordan & Associates to award the CDBG lead-based paint specialist service bid to Associated Consulting Professionals, Inc.

 

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the CDBG lead-based paint specialist services to Associated Consulting Professionals, Inc. on the condition for Jordan & Associates to work with Atty. Brown to develop an agreement.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

LEVY COUNTY VISITORS BUREAU

 

Carol McQueen, Director

            Requesting approval to make application to seek advertising funds through BP’s Deepwater Horizon Economic and Property Damage Class Action Settlement through the Gulf Tourism and Seafood Promotional Fund to promote tourism through advertising.

 

Mrs. McQueen requested Board approval to present a Non-Agenda Item.

 

Comm. Drew made a motion to hear a Non-Agenda Item.  Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.  Comm. Johnson votes NO.

 

Mrs. McQueen requested Board approval to seek advertising funds through BP’s Deepwater Horizon Economic and Property Damage Class Action Settlement.  The application deadline is October 5^th Mrs. McQueen stated she would like to make the request for Levy County in the amount of $100,000.

 

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the request to seek advertising funds through BP’s Deepwater Horizon Economic and Property Damage Class Action Settlement as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

LEVY COUNTY TRANSIT

 

Connie Conley, Director

            Ms. Conley requested Board approval to present a Non-Agenda Item.

 

Comm. Drew made a motion to hear a Non-Agenda Item.  Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.  Comm. Johnson votes NO.

 

Ms. Conley requested Board approval to file for a 50/50 JPA Grant in which the funds have been awarded.  The funding is to be used for operational purposes; trips and fuel.  The amount of the grant is $332,270 and the county’s portion is $166,135.

 

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve filing of the JPA Grant as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

DEPARTMENT REPORTS

 

COUNTY COORDINATOR

 

Fred Moody

1. Request approval of Resolution 2012-64, approving the form of the Interlocal Agreement that  admits the County as a member of the Gulf Consortium; authorizing the Gulf Consortium to act on the County’s behalf in the implementation of the RESTORE ACT in accordance with the Interlocal Agreement; authorizing execution of the Interlocal Agreement and providing an effective date.

 

1. Request approval of the Interlocal Agreement relating to establishment of the Gulf Consortium.

 

The items listed above are addressed under the “Florida Association of Counties” Agenda item.

 

 

CORRESPONDENCE

 

Karen Blackburn

1. Invitation to Levy County residents from Senator Marco Rubio to meet local staff and find out the services Senator Rubio’s Office offers; Wednesday, October 3, 2012 at the Williston Public Library 10:00 A.M to 12:00 P.M. and Bronson Public Library 1:30 P.M. to 3:30 P.M.

 

Mrs. Blackburn stated information to the Board of upcoming dates for Levy County residents to learn of the services provided by Senator Rubio’s Office.

 

1. Request approval of Resolution 2012-65, approving a 5^th Amendment to the Agreement and Declaration of Trust as a member of the Florida Association of Counties Trust.

 

Mrs. Blackburn requested Board approval of Resolution 2012-65.

 

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve Resolution 2012-65 as stated above.  Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

WILLIAMS COMMUNICATIONS, INC.

 

A.J. Smith

            Radio communications issues. – TABLED –

 

 

EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT

 

Mark S. Johnson, Director

1. Request to accept the Agreement for Professional Services between Levy County and the Withlacoochee Regional Planning Council (WRPC) for Hazards Analysis.

 

Mr. Johnson requested the Board accept the Agreement for Professional Services between Levy County and the WRPC for Hazards Analysis in the amount of $1,384.  The Agreement period runs from July 1, 2012 to June 30, 2013.  This is non-matching and funded by the EMPA/EMPG grant funds.  The Agreement identifies and monitors facilities in Levy County which store large quantities of hazardous materials.

 

Comm. Bell made a motion to accept the Agreement for Professional Services between Levy County and the WRPC as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1.  Request to accept the Agreement for Professional Services between Levy County and the Withlacoochee Regional Planning Council (WRPC) for Technical Assistance of the Local Mitigation Strategy Plan (LMS) and the County Wide Fire Protection Plan (CWPP).

 

Mr. Johnson requested the Board accept the Agreement for Professional Services between Levy County and the WRPC for Technical Assistance of the Local Mitigation Strategy Plan and the County Wide Fire Protection Plan in the amount of $10,500.  The Agreement period runs from October 1, 2012 to September 30, 2013.

 

Comm. Bell made a motion to accept the Agreement for Professional Services between Levy County and the WRPC as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

PUBLIC SAFETY

 

David Knowles, Director

1.  Request approval from the Board to apply for the annual grant from the state for the improvement and expansion of EMS.

 

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval to apply for the annual grant from the State for improvement and expansion of EMS by approval of Resolution 2012-63.  The amount of the grant this year is $5,746.

 

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the grant application from the State and Resolution 2012-63 as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1.  Request approval from the Board to allocate $75,000 toward the construction/addition to the Inglis Firehouse.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval to allocate $75,000 toward the construction/addition to the Inglis Firehouse building upon completion of the merger.   Mr. Knowles stated in working with the Town of Inglis on the merger, they had asked if the county would be opposed to moving the EMS Station to a more central location closer to Inglis.

 

After discussion among the Commissioners, Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve allocating $75,000 to the construction/addition to the Inglis Firehouse building as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

COUNTY ATTORNEY

 

Anne Bast Brown

            Request approval of Resolution 2012-52 certifying that the County meets the criteria for reduction of Department of Environmental Protection and Water Management District fees.

 

Atty. Brown requested Board approval of Resolution 2012-52 which is required to certify the County meets the criteria for reduction of DEP and Water Management District permit processing fees.

 

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve Resolution 2012-52 as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

PUBLIC COMMENTS

 

Comm. Stevens read aloud a letter submitted by Ms. Robbie Blake thanking the Board and the Road Department for the recent road paving in Lake Johnson Estates.

 

 

WORKFORCE CONNECTION

 

Rusty Skinner

1. Request approval for Amended Interlocal Agreement creating the Citrus, Levy, Marion Workforce Consortium.

 

1. Request approval of the Memorandum of Agreement between the Citrus, Levy, Marion Regional Workforce Development Board, Inc. and the Citrus, Levy, Marion Workforce Development Consortium.

 

1. Request approval of the Fourteenth Amended and Restated Agreement to establish the Citrus, Levy, Marion Regional Workforce Development Board.

 

Comm. Bell, the liaison for the Board, spoke on behalf of Mr. Skinner and requested Atty. Brown assist in explaining why the changes were necessary with regard to the above listed items.

 

Atty. Brown explained the three items above have been updated to reflect current language and references, as well as to clarify certain points without any changes of substance.

 

Comm. Bell made a motion to approve the Amended Interlocal Agreement, the Memorandum of Agreement and the Fourteenth Amended and Restated Agreement as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS

 

Comm. Johnson thanked all who attended the Levy County Beast Feast and thanked the Commissioners for their help.

November 6^th is the Soil and Water Conservations Tri-County Ag. Venture.  They will be hosting students to come out for a hands-on experience of local agricultural entities.  They are seeking sponsors, so anyone interested can contact Comm. Johnson or Dana Langford, the Educational Director at the Soil and Water Conservation office.

 

Comm. Drew stated the Yankeetown Seafood Festival will be on November 17^th & 18^th and any non-profit organizations looking for a booth space can contact her for information. 

 

Comm. Bell stated the Ag. Venture was also looking for donations for the Ag. Venture. 

The LARC Ride to Provide is coming up on October 20^th. 

The Cedar Key Seafood Festival is on October 20^th & 21^st and he invited everyone to attend both events. 

The Fall at the Prairie benefit for Haven Hospice is on October 13^th at the Whitehurst Lodge.

Comm. Bell let everyone know the 2013 Relay For Life event will be April 27^th.  The event will run from noon on Saturday until 6:00 A.M. Sunday morning. 

Comm. Bell also thanked the Road Department for their quick response for signs being placed in an area where an accident had occurred in the Fanning Springs area.

 

Comm. Joyner commended the Road Department for their quick response for road repair as a result of an incident which occurred over the weekend.  

Comm. Joyner asked Mr. Moody and Atty. Brown could check into the time frame of when the material is dumped and when it can be spread in the Benton area.

Mr. Moody answered he would look into this.

Comm. Stevens had concerns of enforcing any rules or regulations the Board may put in place.

Comm. Joyner stated there is an event coming up October 27^th at the Morriston Baptist Church to cook for the community.  Assistance with the preparation of food is welcome.

 

 

ZONING

 

Atty. Brown stated there is a Flood Ordinance which will need to come before the Board and it must be done in two meetings.  One of the meetings will need to be after 5:01 P.M. unless the Board decides to hear the information during a regular scheduled meeting.  The other can be during the regular meeting on November 6^th.

 

Mr. Corbitt stated the changes in the Ordinance are mandated by the State of Florida Building Code. 

 

Comm. Drew made a motion to hear a non-agenda item.  Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.  Comm. Johnson votes NO.

 

After discussion, Comm. Drew made a motion to hold the 1^st meeting during the regular meeting scheduled on October 16^th.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 10:35 A.M.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                             BOARD OFCOUNTYCOMMISSIONERS

                                                                                                           LEVY COUNTY,FL

 

 

____________________________________                                    ____________________________________

Clerk of Court, Danny J. Shipp                                                 Chairman, Danny Stevens

 

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

SEPTEMBER 18, 2012

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on September 18, 2012 at 9:00 AM in the Levy County Board of County Commissioners meeting room, with the following Commissioners present:

 

Chairman Danny Stevens

Comm. Ryan Bell

Comm.ChadJohnson

Comm. Mike Joyner

            Also present were:

Clerk of Court – Danny Shipp

CountyAttorney– Anne Bast Brown

CountyCoordinator– Fred Moody

 

 

Chairman Stevens called the meeting to order at 9:04 AM.  Osborn Barker gave the invocation, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.

 

EXPENDITURES

 

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

 

CHECK NUMBER	109082-109231
FUND	AMOUNT
GENERAL REVENUE	220,573.41
ROAD	78,716.79
SHIP	300.00
COURT TECH/CRIM PREV	8,258.70
TRANSPORTATION	12,113.27
COURT FACILITIES	15.00
PROGRESS ENERGY	418.12
EMS	36,124.17
FIRE	1,710.96
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT	287.62
UTILITIES	4,964.08
DRUG TASK FORCE	5,970.29
ADD COURT COSTS	1,960.67
LANDFILL	66,428.77
TOTAL	$    437,841.85

 

 

MINUTES

 

The minutes for the Regular Board meeting held September 4, 2012 and the Public Hearing held September 6, 2012 were presented for Board approval.

 

Comm. Bell made a motion to approve the minutes for the Regular Board meeting on September 4^th and the Public Hearing on September 6^th as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

LEVY COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT

 

Barbara Locke, Administrator

1. Request approval of Resolution 2012-60, adopting an amended schedule of fees for services provided by the Levy County Health Department; repealing Resolution 2008-51 and other fee schedules; providing an effective date.

 

Ms. Locke requested Board approval of Resolution 2012-60, adopting an amended schedule of fees for services provided by the Levy County Health Department.  Ms. Locke stated the Health Department is expecting to open a dental clinic by mid-October primarily for children and there are fees which will need to be added.

 

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve Resolution 2012-60 as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request approval of the Contract between Levy County Commissioners and the State of Florida Department Health for operation of the Levy County Health Department – Contract year 2012-2013.

 

Ms. Locke requested Board approval of the Contract between the Levy County Board of County Commissioners and the State of Florida Department of Health for operation of the Levy County Health Department.

 

Comm. Bell made a motion to approve the Contract between the Levy County Board of County Commissioners and the State of Florida Department of Health as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

TOWN OF OTTER CREEK

 

Atty. Brent Baris

Address the Board regarding the Fire Agreement between the County and the Town of Otter Creek.

 

Mr. Baris spoke to the Board and requested they reconsider their decision to terminate the Fire Agreement between the County and the Town of Otter Creek.

 

Comm. Stevens informed Mr. Baris it was the Board’s decision to terminate the Fire Agreement, but the Town of Otter Creek could contract with the City of Chiefland if they chose to do so.

 

 

GARDNYR MICHAEL CAPITAL, INC.

 

Ralph Cellon, Senior Vice President

Sales Tax Revenue Bonds, Series 2003 refunding.

 

Mr. Cellon spoke to the Board and explained options of what could be done with the Sales Tax Revenue Bonds which total $4.5 million.  He stated the Board has an opportunity to save $300,000 over the next 10 years at the rate of about $30,000 per year by authorizing Gardnyr Michael Capital, Inc. to proceed or take no action and continue to pay the current amount which will cost the county about $30,000 per year.  By choosing the second option, at September 1^st of 2014 the bonds can be paid off with no penalty.  Mr. Cellon pointed out the county has a Reserve account, which has not been touched and stated Mr. Shipp has indicated if the Bonds are refunded, there should be a set plan in place in order to utilize this money.  Mr. Cellon agreed with Mr. Shipp’s advice to the Board to refund the money, saving $300,000 and keep the Reserve.

Mr. Shipp stated one item to consider for use of some the money saved by the Board would be to give employees a raise.

Mr. Moody stated another item for consideration would be the development of 21 acres purchased for a new courthouse which had been discussed by the “Space Committee.”

Comm. Bell added the roof situation on the Court side of the building was in need of repair and could also be something to consider.

 

Comm. Bell made a motion to approve refinancing of the Sales Tax Revenue Bonds.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

The Board agreed to meet on the day of the second Board meeting in January, 2013 to identify their top priorities with regard to repairs on the Courthouse and how to proceed with the existing 21 acres.

 

JORDAN & ASSOCIATES

 

Jeffrey Winter

Presenting recommendation of award for CDBG Title Search Services to Security Title Services.

 

Mr. Winter gave a summarization to the Board of Jordan & Associates’ recommendation for the award for Title Search services.  He stated the County had received 59 pre-applications interested in receiving housing assistance from this program.  After two application workshops, the list of pre-applicants was narrowed down to 19 tentative homeowner applicants which meet all eligibility requirements outlined in the county’s adopted housing assistance plan.  Each of these 19 applicants must then undergo a title search.  Quotes were received from three local businesses which provide title search services:  Levy Abstract & Title Company, Norm Fugate, P.A., and Security Title Services.  It is the recommendation of Jordan & Associates to award the CDBG Title Search Services to Security Title Services.

 

Comm. Johnson made a motion to award CDBG Title Search Services to Security Title Services.  Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

LEVY COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE

 

Mike West, 911 Coordinator

1.  Request Chairman’s signature on CenturyLink Centurion Maintenance Contract.

 

1.  Request Chairman’s signature on Intrado Evergreen Contract.

 

1.  Request Chairman’s signature on E911 Rural County Grant Application.

 

Mr. West requested Board approval for the Chairman to sign on the above listed maintenance contracts which will provide annual maintenance for the PSAP Equipment and software.  By the Chairman signing the E911 Rural County Grant Application, a funding request can be made for annual support on the Smart 911 Service.

 

Comm. Bell made a motion to approve the Chairman’s signature on the CenturyLink Centurion Maintenance Contract, the Intrado Evergreen Contract and the E911 Rural County Grant Application.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

NATURE COAST BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL

 

David Pieklik, Executive Director

Presenting Progress Report.

 

Mr. Pieklik presented the progress report to the Board.

 

 

PUBLIC COMMENTS

 

Mark Feather spoke to the Board and requested reduction of a Civil Judgement on Constance Bergey in order to allow the sale of the home owned jointly by Ms. Bergey and Amy Bergey to be completed.  The amount of the Civil Judgement is $8,400.16.

 

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

 

Comm. Bell made a motion to authorize the Chairman to sign the release of Judgement 10-MM-775 upon the satisfaction of Judgement 10-CF-756A with the contingency of the check being cut solely to Amy Bergey within 30 days.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.  Comm. Joyner votes NO.

 

Dana Sheffield spoke and wished Mrs. Cannon well on her upcoming trip abroad.  He also expressed his appreciation for the hard work by the Commissioners on the budget process.

 

Mrs. Cannon thanked the Board for lowering the millage rate.

 

 

 

MOSQUITO CONTROL

 

Matt Weldon, Director

Request approval of the Contractual Services Agreement with Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services and Levy County acting for and on behalf of Levy County Mosquito Control.

 

Mr. Weldon requested Board approval of the Contractual Services Agreement with the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services and Levy County.  The total amount is $18,500 to be received by the County in quarterly payments of $4,625.

 

Comm. Bell made a motion to approve the Contractual Services Agreement with the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

LEVY COUNTY TRANSIT

 

Connie Conley, General Manager

Request approval of Resolution 2012-53, authorizing the filing of a Shirley Conroy Rural Area Capital Assistance Program Grant application.

 

Ms. Conley requested Board approval for the filing of a Shirley Conroy Rural Area Capital Assistance Program Grant application by Resolution 2012-53.  In this grant, Ms. Conley stated she is requesting two new busses to replace two which have over 300,000 miles.  The total grant amount is $132,512, of which the local match amount is $13,251.

 

Comm. Bell made a motion to approve Resolution 2012-53, authorizing the filing of a Shirley Conroy Rural Area Capital Assistance Program Grant application.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

SHIP

Shenley Neely, Director

1. Request approval of Sub-recipient Agreement between Levy County and the Levy-Gilchrist-Suwannee County Housing Authority Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP3).

 

Ms. Neely requested Board approval of the Sub-recipient Agreement between Levy County and the Levy-Gilchrist-Suwannee County Housing Authority Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP3).

 

Comm. Bell made a motion to approve the Sub-recipient Agreement between Levy County and the Levy-Gilchrist-Suwannee County Housing Authority Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP3) as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request approval; recommend Board approval of Modification Number 2 to Sub-Grant Agreement between the Department of Economic Opportunity and Levy County.

 

Ms. Neely requested Board approval of Modification Number 2 to Sub-Grant Agreement between the Department of Economic Opportunity and Levy County.  There are 10 homes which will all be rented instead of 5 purchased and 5 rented.  Bob Williams from the Housing Authority will be of getting the homes rented.

 

Comm. Bell made a motion to approve Modification Number 2 to the Sub-Agreement between the Department of Economic Opportunity and Levy County.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

DEVELOPMENT

 

Rob Corbitt, Director

Request the Chairman sign the NFIP, AW 214 Annual Re-certification due to FEMA by October 1^st each year.

 

Mr. Corbitt requested Board approval for the Chairman to sign the NFIP, AW 214 Annual Re-certification due to FEMA by October 1^st each year.

 

Comm. Bell made a motion to approve the Chairman signing the NFIP, AW 214 Annual Re-certification as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

PUBLIC SAFETY

 

David Knowles, Director

Request approval to purchase syringe pumps.

 

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval to purchase 10 syringe pumps which are used to deliver fluids into a patient’s body in a controlled manner, reducing the risk of human error.  The three quotes received are listed below:

 

McKesson                   $24,600

Henry Schein                $31,350

Smiths Medical $28,300

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve the purchase of 10 syringe pumps as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

COUNTY COORDINATOR

 

Fred Moody

Request direction for a Special Meeting to pay end of the year bills and any other business that may need to come before the Board; suggest Friday, September 28, 2012 at 9:00 A.M.

 

Mr. Moody requested direction from the Board to schedule a Special Meeting to pay end of year bills and any other business to come before the Board, suggesting Friday the 28^th at 9:00 A.M.

 

The Commissioners agreed by consensus to hold a special meeting on Friday, September 28, 2012 at 9:00 A.M.

 

 

COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS

 

Comm. Johnson reported there will be a Broadband meeting tomorrow and will report information to the Board at the next meeting.

Comm. Johnson asked the other Commissioners if they were still planning to participate in the Beast Feast coming up on September 29^th serving clams.

 

Comm. Bell reported the strike team NCBDC will be holding another meeting this month and he will bring information back to the Board.  He stated there are opportunities for Board members to attend programs or training seminars by scholarship through the North Florida Economic Partnership, which the Board is a part of.

 

 

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 10:57 A.M.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                             BOARD OFCOUNTYCOMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY,FL

 

 

____________________________________                                    ____________________________________

Clerk of Court, Danny J. Shipp                                                 Chairman, Danny Stevens

 

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

SEPTEMBER 4, 2012

 

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on September 4, 2012 at 9:00 AM in the Levy County Board of County Commissioners meeting room, with the following Commissioners present:

 

Chairman Danny Stevens

Comm. Marsha Drew

Comm. Ryan Bell

Comm.ChadJohnson

Comm. Mike Joyner

            Also present were:

Clerk of Court – Danny Shipp

CountyAttorney– Anne Bast Brown

CountyCoordinator– Fred Moody

 

 

Chairman Stevens called the meeting to order at 9:07 AM.  Osborn Barker gave the invocation, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.

 

EXPENDITURES

 

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

 

CHECK NUMBER	108981-109081
FUND	AMOUNT
GENERAL REVENUE	1,178,233.63
ROAD	124,040.20
TRANSPORTATION	2,138.92
911	14,000.00
COURT FACILITIES	16.00
EMS	9,229.65
FIRE	18,087.23
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT	446.35
UTILITIES	2,455.38
ADD COURT COSTS	1,300.00
DEBT SERVICE	1,000.00
LANDFILL	21,943.83
TOTAL	$  1,372,891.19

 

 

MINUTES

 

The minutes for the Regular Meeting held August 21, 2012 were presented for Board approval.

 

Comm. Bell made a motion to approve the minutes from the Regular Meeting held August 21, 2012 as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

The minutes for the Regular Meeting held July 17, 2012 and the Budget Workshop held July 31, 2012 with corrections as previously approved were presented for review.

NATURE COAST BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL

 

David Pieklik, Executive Director

Proposed 2012-13 Budget

 

Mr. Pieklik requested Board approval of the proposed 2012-13 budget for the Nature Coast Business Development Council.  Included in the proposed budget is a two year car lease in the amount of $4,800.  The total budget amount is $55,769.25.

 

Comm. Bell made a motion to approve the budget for the Nature Coast Business Development Council as presented, including the two year vehicle lease.  Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.  Comm. Stevens votes NO.

 

 

DEPARTMENT REPORTS

 

COUNTY COORDINATOR

 

Fred Moody

1.  Withlacoochee Regional Planning Council requests approval of Renate M. Cannon’s re-appointment to the Levy County Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board.

 

Mr. Moody requested Board approval to re-appoint Renate M. Cannon to the Levy County Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board for a three year term.

 

Comm. Johnson made a motion to re-appoint Renate M. Cannon to the Levy County Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board as requested.   Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1.  Withlacoochee Regional Planning Council requests approval of the appointment of Amy Burton to the Levy County Transportation Disadvantaged Coordinating Board; replacing Tom Porter.

 

Mr. Moody requested Board approval to appoint Amy Burton to the Levy County Transportation Disadvantaged Coordinating Board for a three year term; replacing Tom Porter.

 

Comm. Bell made a motion to appoint Amy Burton to the Levy County Transportation Disadvantaged Coordinating Board as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1.  Presenting Recapitulation for Board Signatures.

 

Mr. Moody requested Board approval of the Recapitulation Report.

 

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the Recapitulation Report as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Presenting request from Levy County Fair Association for the donation of decommissioned buildings formerly used by the Supervisor of Elections office.

 

Mr. Moody requested Board approval for the donation of two decommissioned buildings formerly used by the Supervisor of Elections office to the Levy County Fair Association.  The two buildings available are the voting precinct buildings for Judson and Raleigh.

 

Comm. Drew made a motion to donate one of the buildings to the Levy County Fair Association and offer the other to a local organization.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1.  Request to ratify the decision to give permission to the Property Appraiser to correct the scrivener’s error in the date for the hearings on the tentative budget and tentative millage contained in the TRIM notices by advertising the corrected information in the Gainesville Sun; September 6, 2012.

 

Mr. Moody requested Board ratification of the decision to give the Property Appraiser permission to correct a scrivener’s error in the date for tentative budget hearings and tentative millage contained in the TRIM notices by advertising corrected information in the Gainesville Sun.  The meeting date was printed as September 16, 2012 and has been re-advertised for the correct date of September 6, 2012.

 

Comm. Bell made a motion to ratify the decision to give the Property Appraiser permission to correct the tentative budget and tentative hearings dates as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT

 

Mark S. Johnson, Director

Request approval of the recommended quote to update the Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan (CEMP) and authorize the Director to fund the project through the P.O. process.

 

Mr. Johnson presented three quotes received for updating the Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan to the Board as follows:

 

DSI (Disasters, Strategies & Ideas Group, LLC)                       $  4,500

Blue Skies Professional Services                                               $  7,450

Emergency Response Educators and Consultants, Inc.   $16,125

 

Mr. Johnson stated the purchase will be made using State and Federal EMPA and EMPG Grant funds and recommended approval of DSI.

 

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the quote from DSI for $4,500 as recommended.  Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

LIBRARY

 

Lisa Brasher, Director

1.  Request approval for “State Aid to Libraries Grant Agreement.”

 

Ms. Brasher requested Board approval of the “State Aid to Libraries Grant Agreement.”

 

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the “State Aid to Libraries Grant Agreement” as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1.  Request approval of the Inter-local Agreement between the City of Chiefland and Levy County.

 

Ms. Brasher requested Board approval of the Inter-local Agreement between the City of Chiefland and Levy County.

 

Comm. Bell made a motion to approve the Inter-local Agreement between the City of Chiefland and Levy County as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

PUBLIC SAFETY

 

David Knowles, Director

1.  Request approval to purchase dual temperature cabinets for transport units.

 

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval to purchase dual temperature cabinets for the transport units to hold drugs which are required to be kept at different temperatures.  The one quote received is from Mermaid Manufacturing as they are currently the only manufacturer of these dual temperature units.  The price quote for the 10 cabinets needed is $24,950.

 

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the purchase of 10 dual temperature cabinets for transport units from Mermaid Manufacturing as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

 

 

 

1.  Request authorization to purchase 200 “D” oxygen cylinders and establish a refill station for them.

 

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval to purchase 200 “D” oxygen cylinders from Airgas at a cost of $6,786.  Currently, the Department of Public Safety rents oxygen tanks from Airgas.  There will be a significant cost savings to own the tanks and fill them in-house.

 

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the purchase of 200 “D” oxygen cylinders from Airgas in the amount of $6,786 and establish a refill station for them as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1.  Request approval to execute a loan agreement with Streit’s Motorsports for two (2) 2013 Kawasaki Mules.

 

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval to execute a loan agreement with Streit’s Motorsports for (2) 2013 Kawasaki Mules.  Kawasaki sponsors a Utility Vehicle loaner program for Public Safety organizations to use in large events and gatherings for maneuvering in crowded areas where conventional EMS transport units are unable to make access.  The Department of Public Safety is required to carry insurance and provide scheduled maintenance as part of the agreement.

 

Comm. Bell made a motion to approve the execution of a loan agreement with Streit’s Motorsports as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1.  Request Board direction to proceed with the narrowband compliance initiative.

 

Mr. Knowles reported to the Board on January 1, 2013, Levy County must begin operating with reduced RF bandwidth on its FCC assigned frequencies as part of the FCC’s National Narrow Banding initiative.  Failure to comply could result in a $16,000 a day fine.  He requested Board approval to proceed with the narrowband compliance initiative, waive bid procedures, and authorize himself, Mr. Moody and Atty. Brown to negotiate an agreement with ICom America, Inc., provider of the narrowband services and equipment.

 

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve proceeding with the narrowband compliance initiative, waive bid procedures, and authorize Mr. Knowles, Mr. Moody and Atty. Brown to negotiate an agreement with ICom America, Inc., provider of the narrowband services and equipment.  Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

ROAD DEPARTMENT

 

Bruce Greenlee, Administrative Road Superintendent.

1.  Request approval of Blanket Utility for New Buried Service Drops Permit, Centurylink-FL.

 

Mr. Greenlee requested Board approval of the Blanket Utility for New Buried Service Drops Permit with Centurylink-Florida.

 

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the Blanket Utility for New Buried Service with Centurylink-Florida as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1.  Request approval of the Interlocal Agreement with the City of Cedar Key and Levy County for Debris Management.

 

Mr. Greenlee requested Board approval of the Interlocal Agreement between the City of Cedar Key and Levy County for debris management.

 

Comm. Bell made a motion to approve the Interlocal Agreement between the City of Cedar Key and Levy County as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1.  Presenting quotes to repair positrac on #274 (skid steer).

 

Mr. Greenlee presented the following quotes to repair the positrac on #274 (skid steer):

 

Ring Power                              $  8,731.92

Florida Track & Power            $  9,060.00

Heavyquip.                               $10,136.00

 

Mr. Greenlee requested Board approval to use Ring Power to make this repair using next year’s budget.

 

Comm. Bell made a motion to approve the request to repair the positrac on #274 (skid steer) using the quote from Ring Power.  Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1.  Request permission to repair motor grader #80.

 

Mr. Greenlee requested Board approval to repair motor grader #80 replacing the motor and presented a quote from Highland Tractor Company in the amount of $13,080.73.  The grader is a John Deere and a John Deere engine replacement is preferred.

 

Comm. Bell made a motion to approve the request to repair motor grader #80 replacing the motor using Highland Tractor Company.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

CLERK OF COURT

 

Danny Shipp

S.C. Service and Pioneer Credit presentation to Clerk.

 

Mr. Shipp introduced LeeAnn Klinger from S.C. Services and Pioneer Credit in Lake City, a Collection Agency working to recover outstanding court costs, fines and fees from defendants due to the Clerk of Court.  Ms. Klinger presented a check for year-to-date collections in the amount of $159,384.88.  Mr. Shipp explained the Clerk then distributes the fees to the appropriate municipalities, State agencies and to the Board, depending on the type of fee collected.

 

 

COUNTY ATTORNEY

 

Anne Bast Brown

Consider settlement of litigation relating to HB 5301 for Medicaid payment.

 

Atty. Brown presented information to the Board and requested they consider settlement of litigation relating to HB 5301 for Medicaid payment.  The Options are to be a Settlement County, an Abatement County or to go out on our own.  The “Abatement”option would hold the litigation in abeyance, not prosecuting or pursuing any Motions or Hearings to decide the litigation until the end of the year.

 

The Commissioners agreed to take no action, the Abatement option.

 

The meeting recessed at 10:30 A.M.

The meeting reconvened at 10:51 A.M.

 

 

COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS

 

Comm. Johnson reminded everyone of the upcoming Levy County Education Foundation Beast Feast on Saturday, September 29^th at Black Prong.  The Suwannee River Fair fat steer weigh-in is also on the morning of September 29^th.  Comm. Johnson stated he had been appointed to the Legislative Committee of the FLOW Board (Florida Leaders Organized for Water).  The Board met last Wednesday in Lake City and will meet again on September 10^th and he will give a report afterwards to the other Commissioners.  Broadband is still moving forward with a great amount of assistance from SVIC.  The Williston tower is about two weeks away from completion.

 

Comm. Drew mentioned the Seafood Festival coming up for information to Mr. Knowles if he was interested in setting up a booth for the Department of Public Safety.

 

Comm. Bell let everyone know next Tuesday is the Chiefland Chamber of Commerce Industry Appreciation luncheon.  Also, the Florida Greenways and Trails will be putting together their 5 year plan for their Goals, Strategies and Objectives for 2013-2017.  If anyone is interested, they will be holding an open workshop soon.

 

Comm. Joyner let everyone know there will be a Haven Hospice event, “Fall on the Prairie” October 13th at the Whitehurst Lodge.

 

 

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AS GENERAL ENGINEERING CONSULTANT TO THE GEORGE T. LEWIS (CEDAR KEY) AIRPORT

 

Presentations were made by the following engineering consultants regarding the George T. Lewis (Cedar Key) Airport:

 

Todd Zimmerman with Amherst Consulting from Orlando

Lee Lewis and Tim Shay with Avcon, Inc. from Orlando

Don Ramdass with Passero Associates, LLC from Jacksonville

Steven Henriquez and Bill Prange with URS Corporation from Lake City and Tampa

 

The Commissioners discussed the ranking of the Engineering Consultants upon completion of their presentations.  The results were:

 

1. Passero Associates, LLC
2. Avcon, Inc.
3. URS Corporation
4. Amherst Consulting

 

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve Passero Associates, LLC as engineering consultant for the George T. Lewis (Cedar Key) Airport.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 1: 06 P.M.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                             BOARD OFCOUNTYCOMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY,FL

 

 

____________________________________                                    ____________________________________

Clerk of Court, Danny J. Shipp                                                                 Chairman, Danny Stevens

 

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

AUGUST 21, 2012

 

 

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on August 21, 2012 at 9:00 AM in the Levy County Board ofCountyCommissionersmeeting room, with the following Commissioners present:

 

Chairman Danny Stevens

Comm. Marsha Drew

Comm. Ryan Bell

Comm.ChadJohnson

Comm. Mike Joyner

            Also present were:

Clerk of Court – Danny Shipp

CountyAttorney– Anne Bast Brown

CountyCoordinator– Fred Moody

 

Chairman Stevens called the meeting to order at 9:02 AM.  Bruce Greenlee gave the invocation, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.

 

EXPENDITURES

 

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

 

CHECK NUMBER	108847-08980
FUND	AMOUNT
GENERAL REVENUE	75,472.24
ROAD	64,233.26
SHIP	8,050.00
COURT TECH/CRIM PREV	78.63
TRANSPORTATION	26,935.75
COURT FACILITIES	19.00
PROGRESS ENERGY	1,739.60
EMS	43,350.84
FIRE	66,826.07
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT	567.63
UTILITIES	176.78
ADD COURT COSTS	550.80
LANDFILL	77,472.54
TOTAL	$1,035,152.24

 

 

MINUTES

 

The following minutes were presented to the Board for approval:

 

Regular Meeting on July 17, 2012                                             Regular Meeting on August 7, 2012

Budget Workshop on July 31, 2012

Comm. Bell made a motion to approve the minutes from the Board meetings as follows:

 

Regular Meeting on July 17, 2012, with changes                        Regular Meeting on August 7, 2012

Budget Workshop on July 31, 2012, with changes

Regular Meeting on August 7, 2012

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Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

ROAD DEPARTMENT

 

Bruce Greenlee, Administrative Road Superintendent

1. Open bids for yearly items.

 

Mr. Greenlee presented bid tabulations for the Board and stated the following vendors were recommended for the purchase of yearly items for the Road Department for fiscal year 2012-2013:

 

Bid Item                                   Vendor

Motor Oil                                   Lewis Oil

Porta-potty                               Jones Plumbing

Sign Materials                         Ro-Cal, Universal, Vulcan

Striping                                     RoadScape ofNorth Florida

Emulsion Prime-Tar              Blackleg Emulsions

Culvert                                       Metal Culverts

Safety Products                       Safety Products, Inc., Safety Zone Specialists

Sod                                            Shearer Quality Sod

 

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the bids for yearly items for the Road Department as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request approval of Resolution 2012-50, authorizing the execution of a construction and maintenance agreement with the Florida Department of Transportation for bridge replacement on CR 326 at theWaccasassaRiver.

 

Mr. Greenlee requested Board approval of Resolution 2012-50, authorizing the execution of a construction and maintenance agreement with the Florida Department of Transportation for bridge replacement on CR 326 at theWaccasassaRiver.

 

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve Resolution 2012-50 as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

IVAN CHUBB

 

RequestCountyAttorneyto look at creating connection for Veterans organizations access.

 

Mr. Chubb requested the Board have theCountyAttorneyhelp find a way to slow down out of county organizations from using Vets names or Vets organizations to solicit money.

 

Mr. Lowyns spoke to the Board and stated the problem is not just isolated toLevyCounty, and is working with officials on the State and National level to find a solution.  He stated Atty. Brown’s assistance may be needed in determining how to go about enforcement here inLevyCounty.

 

 

CLERK OF COURT

 

Danny Shipp

1. Request approval for the Renewal of Lease Agreement between Hudson Properties, Inc. andLevy County.

 

Mr. Shipp requested Board approval for the Renewal of Lease Agreement between Hudson Properties, Inc. andLevyCountyfor one year from 10/01/2012 to 09/30/2012 in the amount of $1,712.48 per month.  The split betweenLevyCountyand Gilchrist is 74/26.  This amount is based upon case load for each county.

 

Comm. Bell made a motion to approve the Renewal of Lease Agreement as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Suggestion for Board to select VAB Homestead Representative for 2012.

 

Mr. Shipp suggested the Board select a VAB Homestead Representative for 2012.  A letter had been received from Skipper Henderson expressing an interest in serving on this Board.  Mr. Chubb has been serving and is still willing to do so.

 

Comm. Bell made a motion to appoint Skipper Henderson as the VAB Homestead Representative for 2012.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.  Comm. Stevens votes NO.

 

 

DEPARTMENT REPORTS

 

COUNTY COORDINATOR

 

Fred Moody

1. Request approval for an Amendment to the PRIA contract (Brown & Brown).

 

Mr. Moody requested Board approval for an Amendment to the PRIA contract.  This amendment will limit Brown & Brown to Dental and Vision Insurance only.  In consideration of recent developments concerning Health Coverage, the Board will remain with Public Risk Management pool.

 

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the Amendment to the PRIA contract as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request approval of Resolution 2012-51, rescinding Resolution 2012-40, withdrawing from Public Risk Management-Health Trust.

 

Mr. Moody requested Board approval of Resolution 2012-51, rescinding Resolution 2012-40, withdrawing from Public Risk Management-Health Trust.

 

Comm. Bell made a motion to approve Resolution 2012-51 as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 CORRESPONDENCE

 

Karen Blackburn

1. Request a Motion to approve the annual Consulting Engineer Contract with Mills Engineering Company.

 

Mrs. Blackburn requested Board approval of the annual Consulting Engineer Contract with Mills Engineering Company.

 

Comm. Bell made a motion to approve the annual Consulting Engineer Contract with Mills Engineering Company as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request to approve a one year re-appointment of Curt Bromund to the WellFlorida Council Board as the Levy County Representative.

 

Mrs. Blackburn requested the Board re-appoint Curt Bromund to the WellFlorida Council Board as the Levy County Representative.

 

Comm. Drew made a motion to appoint Curt Bromund to the WellFlorida Council Board as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request re-appointment of Lenore Jones as a “Public Representative” to the Central Florida Community Action Agency (CFAA), Inc. Board of Directors.

 

Mrs. Blackburn requested the Board re-appoint Lenore Jones as a “Public Representative” to the Central Florida Community Action Agency (CFAA), Inc. Board of Directors.

 

Comm. Drew made a motion to re-appoint Lenore Jones as a “Public Representative” to the Central Florida Community Action Agency, Inc. Board of Directors as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Mrs. Blackburn stated she had been contacted by David Pieklik requesting the Board fill a vacancy on the Board for the Nature Coast Business Development Council formerly held by Carol McQueen.  According to the e-mail received from Mr. Pieklik, Dick Streeter has agreed to serve and is currently the President of theWithlacoocheearea Chamber of Commerce, serves on the Inglis Planning Commission, and has an extensive background in economic development and a passion for business growth and planning.

 

Comm. Drew made a motion to appoint Dick Streeter to the NCBDC Board as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

LEVY COUNTY TRANSIT

 

Connie Conley, General Manager

1. Request approval of the Service Agreement forNatureCoastMiddle Schoolfor transportation for current school year beginning August 20, 2012.

 

Mrs. Conley requested Board approval of the Service Agreement forNatureCoastMiddle Schoolfor transportation for the current school year beginning August 20, 2012.

 

Comm. Bell made a motion to approve the Service Agreement forNatureCoastMiddle Schoolas requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request approval of the Creekside Christian School Agreement for transportation for current school year beginning August 20, 2012.

 

Mrs. Conley requested Board approval of the Creekside Christian School Agreement for transportation for the current school year beginning August 20, 2012.

 

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the Creekside Christian School Agreement as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

PUBLIC SAFETY

 

David Knowles, Director

1. Request approval of the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Levy County Sheriff andLevyCounty.  The MOU specifies the number and type of equipment purchased forLevyCountyand delineates the responsibilities of both parties.

 

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval of the Memorandum of Understanding between Levy County Sheriff andLevyCounty.  The price of the 20 radios is $75,956.40 and is purchased with grant funds.

 

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

 

1. Presenting 3^rd Quarter Progress Report.

 

Mr. Knowles presented the 3^rd Quarter Progress Report for the Department of Public Safety to the Board.

 

 

 COUNTY ATTORNEY

 

Anne Bast Brown

1. Decision regarding whether to accept 85% payment of Medicaid backlog as certified by Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA), less any additional credits, or to challenge backlog through a Division of Administrative Hearings (DOAH) proceeding.

 

1. If decision A is to pay the 85% of certified amount less any additional credits, provide direction on whether to make a one-time full or partial payment from source of Board’s choosing.

 

Atty. Brown requested a decision from the Board regarding whether to accept 85% payment of Medicaid backlog as certified by Agency for Health Care Administration, less any additional credits, or to challenge backlog through a Division of Administration Hearings proceeding.  The current obligation forLevyCountyis $596,082.94.

 

Stephanie Emrick from the Clerks Office, Finance Division also spoke to the Board.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to accept the amount as presented and to pay this over the next four years instead of a one-time payment.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS

 

Comm. Johnson shared information on the Levy County Beast Feast which is coming up September 29^th.

Comm. Johnson also gave information regarding Broadband.

 

Comm. Bell reported of the last meeting of the NCBDC and the development of a Levy Economic Development “Strike-Team”.

 

Mr. Moody gave information to the Board regarding RFP’s for Consulting Services for the CedarKeyAirportto revitalize the master plan update.  He stated there had been three responses to the request and asked if the Board would like to hear these after the next regular meeting scheduled for September 4^th.

 

The Board agreed by consensus to place this on the agenda for the September 4^th meeting.

 

Mr. Moody also stated the Restore Act meeting is in St. Pete on Wednesday, September 19^th from 10:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M. if any one of the Commissioners would like to attend.

 

The meeting recessed at 10:41 A.M.

 

The meeting reconvened at 11:26 A.M.

 

PUBLIC RISK MANAGEMENT

 

Richard Schell, Area Vice President

Presenting group health, life and vision plans for consideration for Open Enrollment.

 

Mr. Schell presented group health, life and vision plans to the Board for consideration for Open Enrollment.

 

Comm. Bell made a motion for the County to change the Base Rate for the PPO to the PRM Plan 1553, a/k/a Blue Options 3559 with the option to “buy up” to the PRM Plan 719, a/k/a Blue Choice 727, which is what we have now.  On the HMO side base plan, the HMO 42, a/k/a Blue Care 42, with the option to “buy up” to the HMO 5, a/k/a Blue Care 5 under the same parameters of what we currently compensate for.  Employee coverage will remain at 100% and Dependent care will remain at the current fixed percentage amount as today.  Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.  Comm. Johnson votes NO.

 

 

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 12:26 P.M.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                             BOARD OFCOUNTYCOMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY,FL

 

 

____________________________________                                    ____________________________________

Clerk of Court, Danny J. Shipp                                                 Chairman, Danny Stevens