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2010

BOCC Regular Meeting – April 6, 2010

by
REGULAR MEETING

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

APRIL 6, 2010

 

 

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on April 6, 2010, at 9:00 AM in the Levy County Board of County Commissioners meeting room, with the following Commissioners present:

 

Chairperson Nancy Bell

Vice Chairperson Danny Stevens

Comm. Marsha Drew

Comm. Lilly Rooks

Comm. Chad Johnson

            Also present were:

 

Clerk of Court – Danny J. Shipp

County Attorney – Anne Bast Brown

County Coordinator – Fred Moody

Assistant to the County Coordinator – Dick Tummond

 

 

Chairperson Bell called the meeting to order at 9:00 AM.  Comm. Bell 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. Rooks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

CHECK NUMBER

    100756-100931
FUND

           AMOUNT
GENERAL REVENUE

1,170,114.51
ROAD

237,120.80
SHIP

6,303.00
LIBRARY

995.70
PERMANENT MOSQUITO

2,563.64
COURT TECH/CRIM PREV

0.00
TRANSPORTATION

3,867.20
911

16,583.33
SP LAW ENF

0.00
COURT FACILITIES

4,808.07
PROGRESS ENERGY

464.97
EMS

43,242.72
FIRE

87,004.94
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT

6,811.59
UTILITIES

1,774.12
DRUG TASK FORCE

0.00
COMMUNICATION

2,750.00
JUV JUSTICE

0.00
ADD COURT COSTS

0.00
IMPACT FEES – EMS

0.00
IMPACT FEES – PARKS

0.00
IMPACT FEES – RD DIST II

0.00
DEBT SERVICE

0.00
CAPITAL PROJECTS

0.00
CONSTRUCTION

0.00
LANDFILL

8,404.48
MSBU’S

0.00
TOTAL    $    1,592,809.07

 

 

MINUTES

 

The minutes for the Regular Board Meeting held on February 16, 2010 were presented for approval.  Comm. Rooks made a motion to approve the minutes as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

The minutes for the Regular Board Meeting held on March 2, 2010 were presented for approval.  Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the minutes as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Rooks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

The minutes for the Regular Board Meeting held on March 16, 2010 were presented for approval.  Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the minutes as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

LARC PRESENTATION

 

Commissioner Lilly Rooks

Sean Mullins, President of LARC Board of Directors Betty Walker, Executive Director of LARC

A.     Presentation to LARC Student, Danny Rose.

 

Comm. Rooks introduced individuals in attendance from the LARC and presented an award to Daniel Rose, a client at LARC.   She explained Mr. Rose had recently gone to Tallahassee and made a presentation to Legislators about the concerns LARC clients are facing regarding the economic dilemmas.  Mr. Rose read to the Board the same letter he had presented in Tallahassee.  Comm. Rooks then presented Mr. Rose with a plaque to recognize him for his efforts.  Sean Mullins then presented an award to the Board for their support of the LARC and thanked Comm. Rooks for her help when they went to Tallahassee.

 

Comm. Bell reminded everyone the Wild Hog Canoe Race will be April 17th.

 

 

LEVY COUNTY FAIR

 

Debra Jones, President

Levy County Fair

A.     Levy County Fair Week Proclamation.

 

Ms. Jones introduced Tommy Dunkard, Senior Vice-President and Jim Smith, Executive Director and requested approval of the Levy County Fair Week Proclamation, which she then read into public record.

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve the Levy County Fair Week Proclamation, 2010-17.  Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

Ms. Jones informed everyone the Fair is held at the Horseman’s Park in Williston and opening ceremonies will be on Thursday at 4:00 P.M.  Gates will open Thursday and Friday at 2:00 P.M.  Gates will open Saturday and Sunday at 11:00 A.M.

 

 

EARTH DAY PROCLAMATION

 

Comm. Nancy Bell

A.     Earth Day Proclamation.

 

Comm. Bell requested approval of the Earth Day Proclamation on behalf of Ms. Roberta Pickard.

Comm. Rooks made a motion to approve the Earth Day Proclamation, 2010-16.  Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Comm. Bell read the Proclamation into public record.

 

 

ZONING

 

Rob Corbitt, Director

A.     Ha.Va. 2-10, Hardship Variance.

 

Mr. Corbitt requested approval of Hardship Variance, Ha.Va. 2-10 for Ms. Joy Smith to allow a second dwelling on her property.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve Hardship Variance, Ha.Va. 2-10.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson.

Comm. Bell asked if there was anyone to speak for or against and there was none.

Comm. Bell called for a vote and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

PLANNING COMMISSION APPOINTMENT

 

Comm. Marsha Drew

A.     Proposed Planning Commission Appointment.

 

Comm. Drew makes a recommendation and motion to appoint Cathleen Burke to the Planning Commission.  Comm. Bell passes the gavel to Vice Chair. Stevens and seconds the motion.

The votes were cast as follows:

FOR                               AGAINST

Comm. Drew                       Comm. Stevens

Comm. Bell                          Comm. Rooks

Comm. Johnson

 

Bob Weis spoke and had no objection to the Board not appointing Ms. Burke to the Planning Commission

 

Comm. Stevens returns the gavel back to Comm. Bell and makes a motion to re-appoint Thadus Barber to the Planning Commission.  Second is made by Comm. Rooks and the MOTION CARRIES.

The votes were cast as follows:

FOR                            AGAINST

Comm. Stevens                     Comm. Drew

Comm. Rooks                       Comm. Bell

Comm. Johnson

 

Listed below are members of the audience who spoke expressing their disapproval of the Board not appointing Ms. Burke to the Planning Commission.

 

Larry Feldhusen

Paul Tobergte

Edward Michaels

Carol Ross

Edith McCrimmon

 

Bob Weiser spoke in favor of the Board’s decision to re-appoint Mr. Barber to the Planning Commission.

 

 

LEVY COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT

 

Fred Moody, County Coordinator

A.     Request for vehicle acquisition.

 

Mr. Moody spoke on behalf of Barbara Locke to request a surplus vehicle in the Levy County Transit Department, a 2004 E-350 Turtle-Top van.  The vehicle is wheel-chair accessible and they currently have a need for such a vehicle in their health programs.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to transfer the vehicle to the Health Department from the Levy County Transit Department.  Second was made by Comm. Rooks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

TOWN OF YANKEETOWN

 

Jack Schofield

A.     Presentation of letter regarding Special Exception Use Permit.

 

Mr. Schofield spoke on behalf of Dawn Clary, Yankeetown Mayor and read a letter to the Board from the Yankeetown Town Council.  They would like to know why no action was taken to enforce the development conditions of King Road Mine?  The letter requests the Board to reconsider its decision to take no action and invites Atty. Brown and Development Department Director, Rob Corbitt to attend a Yankeetown Council Meeting at 7:00 P.M. on April 19, 2010 at the Yankeetown Lions Club to discuss this matter.

Comm. Stevens states the issue has already been addressed and is not in favor of sending county employees to a meeting.

Comm. Drew stated she is in favor of listening to the concerned citizens.

Comm. Rooks questioned Mr. Schofield on the dates of Town meetings and correspondence sent to the Board and letters the Town of Yankeetown received from Atty. Brown regarding this matter.

 

 

PUBLIC COMMENT

 

Ivan Chubb informed everyone there will be a Memorial Day celebration on Sunday, May 30th at 1:00 P.M. in Cedar Key with the Marine Corps League, another will be in Bronson on May 31st at 1:00 P.M. at Rosemary Hill with the AmVets.

 

Daryl Diamond spoke on behalf of the residents of Rest Haven Shores regarding having deed restrictions upheld.  He states an individual is intending to move a mobile home into their deed restricted subdivision.  Atty. Brown responds to the deed restriction question and states the county is not a party to deed restrictions and cannot enforce private contracts.

Listed below are other residents of Rest Haven Shores who spoke regarding their disapproval of the county not getting involved to enforce deed restrictions.

 

Donna Lanier

April Miller

 

Mrs. Renate Cannon spoke regarding the Sunshine Law.

 

Ed Candela spoke regarding his disapproval of the Board not doing anything about the King Road Mine in comparison to the Proclamation for Earth Day.

 

 

The meeting recessed at 10:12 A.M.

The meeting reconvened at 10:26 A.M.

 

 

Bruce Greenlee introduced Felicia Carnegie Days who has written memoirs of her journey of addiction and how she has overcome it.  Ms. Days spoke concerning her book and introduced her mother, Alice Carnegie.  She stated she has copies of the book with her today if anyone is interested in a copy.

 

 

COUNTY COORDINATOR

 

Fred Moody, County Coordinator

A.     Proposed Interlocal Agreement with the Town of Inglis for Building Inspection Services.

 

Mr. Moody requested approval of the proposed Interlocal Agreement with the Town of Inglis for building inspection services.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the proposed Interlocal Agreement with the Town of Inglis.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

B.     Final Surplus Auction Results.

 

Mr. Moody gave the results from the final surplus auction.  The total amount taken in was $28,551.  After a 4.89% commission to the auctioneers, the net amount for the County was $27,154.86.

C.     Proposed budget amendments to the Levy County Sheriff’s Office budget for inmate medical expenses.

 

Mr. Moody requested on behalf of Sheriff Smith an amendment to increase the inmate medical line item by $150,000 due to medical expenses of one inmate.  Mr. Moody stated the amount would come from Reserve.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the increase of $150,000 to the Sheriff’s inmate medical line item.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson.

Before voting, there was discussion among the commissioners about how to identify this money specifically for the one inmate’s medical expenses as this one patient has incurred the bulk of what has been expended this year.

Comm. Drew rescinds her motion

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve the increase of $150,000 to the Sheriff’s inmate medical line item on the condition the County Board Office staff would follow and track expenses until the end of the year.  If any funds from this amendment are remaining at the end of the year they will be returned back to the Board.  Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.  Comm. Bell votes NO.

D.  Interlocal Agreement with the City of Cedar Key for EMS Impact Fees.

 

Mr. Moody requested approval of Interlocal Agreement with the City of Cedar Key for the collection of  EMS Impact Fees.  The impact fee on new dwellings inside the City Limits will be $53.08 on new dwelling construction.

Comm. Rooks made a motion to approve the Interlocal Agreement with the City of Cedar Key for the collection of EMS Impact Fees.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.  Comm. Bell votes NO.

 

 

EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT

 

Mark Johnson, Director

A.     Request approval to accept the State Homeland Security Grant Program Agreement Modification #1.

 

Mr. Johnson requested approval of the Board to accept the State Homeland Security Grant Program Agreement Modification #1.  The original Agreement amount was $26,500 and they are extending the agreement period until June 30, 2010.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve and accept the State Homeland Security Grant Program Agreement Modification #1.  Second was made by Comm. Rooks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

B.     Request approval to accept the Emergency Management Preparedness & Assistance (EMPA) Base Grant Modification #2.

 

Mr. Johnson requested approval of the Board to accept the Emergency Management Preparedness & Assistance Base Grant Modification #2.  The Agreement is amended to increase the maximum amount payable under the Agreement by $2,154 which will bring the total to $138,130.99.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve and accept the Emergency Management Preparedness & Assistance Base Grant Modification #2.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES

 

Royce Barber

A.     Request approval of purchase on new Medic Five Station.

 

Mr. Barber requests approval for the purchase of a new mobile home for the Medic Five Station from Prestige Home Centers, Inc. in Chiefland.  After requesting quotes from four different mobile home businesses in the Chiefland area, one responded with an amount.  Prestige Home Centers, Inc. gave an estimated cost of $73,000 -$76,000.  This includes the removal of the existing unit.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the purchase of a new mobile home for the Medic Five Station.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

B.     Discuss the need for a bariatric ambulance. – TABLED

 

 

LEVY COUNTY TRANSIT

 

Heather Lombardo

A.     Proposed changes to the Levy County Transportation Disadvantaged Coordinating Board.

 

Mrs. Lombardo spoke on behalf of Desiree Painter and requested approval of proposed changes to the Levy County Transportation Disadvantaged Coordinating Board.  The proposed changes are as follows:

On the School Board Category remove Jeff Davis as the Alternate Voting Member and replace with Jeff Edison.

On the Regional Workforce Development Board add Kathleen Woodring (primary voting member) and Margaret Spontak (alternate voting member).

On the Local Medical Community add Elizabeth Powers, R.N. (primary voting member) and Barbara Locke (alternate voting member).

Comm. Rooks made a motion to approve the above listed proposed changes to the Levy County Transportation Disadvantaged Coordinating Board.  Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

SHIP

 

Dick Tummond,

A.     Satisfaction of Mortgage.

 

Mr. Tummond requested approval from the Board of the Satisfaction of Mortgage for Frank Williams in the amount of $33,341 – CDBG and $26,500 – HHRP for a total amount of $59,591.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the Satisfaction of Mortgage for Frank Williams as presented by Mr. Tummond.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

COUNTY ATTORNEY

 

Anne Bast Brown, County Attorney

A.     Approval of Satisfaction of Mortgage for Nicole Godin, a settlement of foreclosure litigation, BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. vs. Nicole Godin, et al.

 

Atty. Brown requested approval from the Board for the Satisfaction of Mortgage for Nicole Godin.  Atty. Brown explained this is a SHIP loan and the County was the second mortgage holder.  It had gone into foreclosure and the County has been offered $2,000 to satisfy its SHIP mortgage.

Comm. Rook made a motion to approve the Satisfaction of Mortgage for Nicole Godin.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS

 

Comm. Johnson gave information regarding a meeting he attended on the Tri-County Hospital and reported the time extension was given until June 2nd.  Ameris is still working on funding and moving forward with “Stage 2” (Construction and Development) of their CON.

Comm. Johnson also wanted to let everyone know there will be a “Trash Art” auction at the Levy County Fair Thursday night to raise money for the Levy County Fair and local Civic groups.  He explained 55 gallon drums are painted by youth groups with help from local artists in the County and are auctioned to be used as trash cans or decorative art.  He gave information on some of the other events taking place during the fair.

Comm. Johnson stated he had spoken with the Commission on Ethics and apologized for his participation regarding his position as Commissioner at the Livestock Fair.  He was not aware of the public’s perception.

 

Comm. Drew stated this Saturday is the 25 mile bike ride fundraiser for the Levy County School Foundation which she is participating in.  It will begin in Chiefland from 7:00 A.M. to 9:00 P.M. at the shopping center near Bubba Que’s.

 

Comm. Rooks thanked the individuals who went to Tallahassee and expressed concerns to the Legislators.   She stated she had lobbied for our Library funding.

 

Comm. Stevens

A.     Letter of Support for the American Cancer Society.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to have Atty. Brown prepare a Proclamation in support of the American Cancer Society Relay For Life to present at the next Board meeting.  Second was made by Comm. Rooks and the MOTION CARRIES.

Comm. Stevens also reminded everyone about the Rhino Outdoors Tri-County Pregnancy Center fundraiser clay shoot on April 24th.

 

 

The meeting recessed at 11:22

The meeting reconvened at 11:35

PERSONNEL POLICIES AND PROCEDURES WORKSHOP

 

NON-AGENDA ITEM

 

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

 

Comm. Rooks presented a request from Rep. Debbie Boyd for the Board to prepare a Resolution in support of House Bill 843 which will allow the Governor’s office to designate the catalyst sites in Suwannee and Columbia County as enterprise zones.  This designation would provide our partnership with tools to help in the efforts to attract target industries capable of producing high-paying jobs throughout the North Central Florida rural area of critical economic concern.

Comm. Rooks made a motion to have Atty. Brown prepare a Resolution supporting House Bill 843.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.  Comm. Stevens votes NO.

 

 

PERSONNEL POLICIES AND PROCEDURES

 

Comm. Bell questioned #7 in Section 101 as to why the Attorney and her employees were excluded from this.  She is in favor of amending the employee contract with the Attorney.

Mrs. Martin stated it was adopted in 2004 and had never been changed.

Comm. Drew and Comm. Johnson requested a copy of the employment contract.

 

Comm. Rooks questioned where does the Board come in under the employee conditions, such as random drug testing?  Does this not apply to Commissioners as well?  Mr. Moody gave information on the County’s drug testing policy.

 

Bell asked about item 3(c) under Employee Supervision regarding performance evaluation.  Mrs. Martin answers as to how often and when this is done on a new hire.

 

Mrs. Martin provided copies of proposed amendments & policy changes to Board.

 

Comm. Drew questions about #801, the behavior of employees.  She asked are there things that would warrant immediate dismissal?  Mrs. Martin answers each instance is addressed individually.

 

The Commissioners are in favor of reviewing the material given and will wait to vote until next workshop.

 

Mrs. Martin stated she will have a “general” harassment policy prepared for the Commissioners to review at the next workshop.

 

Comm. Bell asked a question about why there is not any language in the manual about hiring department heads.

Comm. Stevens responds usually department heads are hired from within.

Comm. Bell and Comm. Drew are in favor of all department heads coming to the Board for interview.

Comm. Bell stated she is in favor of creating a policy for hiring department heads and would like to see how other counties do it.

 

Comm. Drew asked if employees working second jobs are required to report this to the Board.  Mr. Moody answered employees are required advise their employer if they work a second job.

 

Comm. Drew asked a question about lay-offs.  Mr. Moody answered the last person hired may not always be the first to be laid-off.  The determination to lay-off someone is determined more by the need for the position.

 

Comm. Drew commented on the Commissioners keeping up and placing all of their public records/travel in a central location and would be in favor of a written policy addressing this.

 

Mr. Moody asked if the Commissioners would like to interview the library applicants.  The interviewing is scheduled to take place right after the next Board meeting and move the next Policy and Procedures Workshop to the following Board meeting date.

 

 

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 12:29 PM.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                             BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY, FL

 

 

____________________________________                                    ____________________________________

Clerk of Court, Danny J. Shipp                                                 Chairperson, Nancy Bell

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

BOCC Regular Meeting – March 16, 2010

by
REGULAR MEETING

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

MARCH 16, 2010

 

 

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on March 16, 2010, at 9:00 AM in the Levy County Board of County Commissioners meeting room, with the following Commissioners present:

 

Chairperson Nancy Bell

Vice Chairperson Danny Stevens

Comm. Marsha Drew

Comm. Lilly Rooks

Comm. Chad Johnson

            Also present were:

 

Clerk of Court – Danny J. Shipp

County Attorney – Anne Bast Brown

County Coordinator – Fred Moody

Assistant to the County Coordinator – Dick Tummond

 

 

Chairperson Bell called the meeting to order at 9:02 AM.  Comm. Bell 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. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

CHECK NUMBER

    100600-100755
FUND

          AMOUNT
GENERAL REVENUE

386,114.35
ROAD

66,450.11
SHIP

0.00
LIBRARY

17,475.26
PERMANENT MOSQUITO

233.87
COURT TECH/CRIM PREV

414.88
TRANSPORTATION

17,992.20
911

5,087.76
SP LAW ENF

0.00
COURT FACILITIES

41.76
PROGRESS ENERGY

3,341.06
EMS

21,916.61
FIRE

1,343.09
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT

5,691.21
UTILITIES

2,290.85
DRUG TASK FORCE

2,000.00
COMMUNICATION

0.00
JUV JUSTICE

0.00
ADD COURT COSTS

439.90
IMPACT FEES – EMS

0.00
IMPACT FEES – PARKS

425.00
IMPACT FEES – RD DIST II

0.00
DEBT SERVICE

0.00
CAPITAL PROJECTS

0.00
CONSTRUCTION

0.00
LANDFILL

77,435.75
MSBU’S

0.00
TOTAL  $         608,693.66

 

 

C W GILBERT

 

C. W. Gilbert

A.  Planning Board Appointments.        –  TABLED

 

PUBLIC COMMENTS

 

Larry Feldhusen spoke to the Board in reference to the Planning Commission Appointment made at the March 2nd Board Meeting.  He read a letter he had prepared and requested the Board rescind its previous action and address it at a later date after publicly announcing the openings to the citizens of the County.

Atty. Brown responded to Mr. Feldhusen by stating the agenda asked for direction and direction was given for one of the Planning Commission members.

 

 

COUNTY COORDINATOR

 

Fred Moody, County Coordinator

 

Comm. Rooks recognized Bruce Greenlee for his efforts in the award of the $31.5 million Broadband Grant to the Board of 14 Counties and several municipalities Levy County is part of.  The award of this Grant could create job opportunities for our citizens.

 

A.     NFEDP requested letter of support of grant funding for the PRO-JOBS Initiative.

 

Mr. Moody presented to the Board a request from Jeff Hendry, Executive Director of the North Florida Economic Development Partnership requesting a letter of support for a second grant being submitted on behalf of North Florida RACEC, as well as two RACEC regions in Northwest and South Central Florida.

Comm. Rooks made a motion to approve the request for letter of support.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.  Comm. Bell votes NO.

 

B.     Resolution 2010-13 authorizing the acceptance of a deed and other applicable documents transferring property and mobile home located in Gilchrist County to Levy County.

 

Mr. Moody presented and requested approval of Resolution 2010-13.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve Resolution 2010-13.  Second was made by Comm. Rooks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

C.     Williston Fire Rescue Material & Equipment Waiver & Hold Harmless Agreement.

 

Mr. Moody requested approval of the Material & Equipment Waiver & Hold Harmless Agreement for Williston Fire Rescue.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the Material & Equipment Waiver & Hold Harmless Agreement.  Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

D.     Amended Auction Sale List.

 

Mr. Moody presented the amended auction sale list for approval to the Board.  He stated the sale would be on Saturday, March 27th at 9:00 AM.  Comm. Rooks made a motion to approve the list as presented and to allow Williston Fire Rescue to have the laptops previously requested if they were still interested.  Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

E.      Interlocal Agreement with City of Williston for Collection EMS Impact Fees.

 

Mr. Moody requested approval of the Interlocal Agreement with the City of Williston for collection of EMS Impact Fees.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the Interlocal Agreement with the City of Williston.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.  Comm. Bell votes NO.

 

 

 

F.      Request from Williston Fire Rescue for 3 laptop computers.

 

This request was included and voted on with Item D, Amended Auction Sale List.

 

 

 

 

ASSISTANT TO COUNTY COORDINATOR

 

Dick Tummond

A.     Resolution 2010-14 authorizing the acceptance of a deed transferring property located in Rainbow Lakes Estates to Levy County.

 

Mr. Tummond requested approval of Resolution 2010-14 authorizing the acceptance of a deed transferring property located in Rainbow Estates to Levy County.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve Resolution 2010-14.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

ROAD DEPARTMENT

 

Bruce Greenlee, Administrative Assistant

A.     Resolution 2010-12 authorizing acceptance and directing the recordation of right-of-way located in Levy County and generally described as SE 150th Ave.

 

Mr. Greenlee requested approval of Resolution 2010-12 authorizing acceptance and directing the recordation of right-of-way located in Levy County and generally described as SE 150th Ave.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve Resolution 2010-12.  Second was made by Comm. Rooks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

B.     Request approval of roads to be placed in Maintenance System or on the Paving List.

 

1.      NE 80 Street from NE 90 Street to NE 105 Avenue (maintenance).

 

2.      LCR 1078 from C335A to NE 70 St (paving list).

 

3.      LCR 366 from Hammock Road to Marjorie Avenue (paving list).

 

4.  LCR 1076 from NE 101 Court to NE 104 (paving list).

 

Mr. Greenlee requested approval from the Board of the above listed roads to be placed in Maintenance System or on the Paving List.

Claude Blackburn expressed his discontent with Mr. Greenlee for not taking care of his road yet.  Mr. Greenlee responded to Mr. Blackburn’s concerns by stating the roads are worked on in the order they are placed on the list.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the list of roads as presented by Mr. Greenlee.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

COUNTY ATTORNEY

 

Anne Bast Brown, County Attorney

A.     Request approval of Release of Unity of Title for Lots 2, 3, and 4, Block 64, Oak Ridge Estates, Ana Ortiz.

 

Atty. Brown requested approval from the Board for the Release of Unity of Title for Lots 2, 3, and 4, Block 64, Oak Ridge Estates from Ana Ortiz.

Comm. Rooks made a motion to approve the Release of Unity of Title as presented by Atty. Brown.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

NON-AGENDA ITEM

 

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

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve and read into record Resolution 2010-15 opposing the elimination of State aid to libraries.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS

 

Comm. Rooks provided the Board members with information about the Small County Coalition’s efforts to oppose the elimination of State aid to libraries and asked if the community would join with the Board in contacting our legislators to express the importance of our library systems to the community.

 

Comm. Rooks introduced the new Chiefland Fire Chief, James Harris.

 

Comm. Rooks announced Creekside Christian School would be holding their first annual “CowPie Jackpot Bingo” fundraiser on March 18, 2010.  If anyone is interested in participating, they can contact Shelby at Creekside Christian School.

Comm. Stevens announced the Williston FFA fundraiser at Rhino Outdoors was a success and thanked all who participated.

 

Comm. Bell

A.     Policies and Procedures.

 

Comm. Bell requested the Board members set aside 1-hour workshops after each meeting to review the Policies and Procedures Manual and presented a tentative schedule.

Comm. Drew made a motion to schedule a workshop for the Board members to review the Policies and Procedures Manual.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

Comm. Bell advised the Board members the first workshop date will be after the Board meeting on April 6th.

 

Comm. Rooks announced the Suwannee River Fair would be starting soon.

Comm. Johnson gave a breakdown of the Fair schedule for the audience.

 

Comm. Drew announced she as well as Comm. Bell will be participating in a 25-mile bicycle ride on April 10th to benefit the Levy School Foundation and asked if anyone was interested in making donations for her efforts.

 

 

 

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 10:05 AM.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                             BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY, FL

 

 

____________________________________                                    ____________________________________

Clerk of Court, Danny J. Shipp                                                 Chairperson, Nancy Bell

 

BOCC Regular Meeting – March 2, 2010

by
REGULAR MEETING

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

MARCH 2, 2010

 

 

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on March 2, 2010, at 9:00 AM in the Levy County Board of County Commissioners meeting room, with the following Commissioners present:

 

Chairperson Nancy Bell

Vice Chairperson Danny Stevens

Comm. Marsha Drew

Comm. Lilly Rooks

Comm. Chad Johnson

            Also present were:

 

Clerk of Court – Danny J. Shipp

County Attorney – Anne Bast Brown

County Coordinator – Fred Moody

Assistant to the County Coordinator – Dick Tummond

 

 

Chairperson Bell called the meeting to order at 9:01 AM.  Comm. Bell 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. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

CHECK NUMBER

  100473-100599
FUND

          AMOUNT
GENERAL REVENUE

1,240,236.74
ROAD

94,989.09
SHIP

16,187.00
LIBRARY

1,145.58
PERMANENT MOSQUITO

518.93
COURT TECH/CRIM PREV

626.02
TRANSPORTATION

16,609.68
911

16,583.33
SP LAW ENF

0.00
COURT FACILITIES

891.81
PROGRESS ENERGY

150.43
EMS

16,883.05
FIRE

4,201.21
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT

382.48
UTILITIES

1,068.72
DRUG TASK FORCE

9,805.25
COMMUNICATION

0.00
JUV JUSTICE

0.00
ADD COURT COSTS

0.00
IMPACT FEES – EMS

0.00
IMPACT FEES – PARKS

0.00
IMPACT FEES – RD DIST II

0.00
DEBT SERVICE

0.00
CAPITAL PROJECTS

1,273.66
CONSTRUCTION

0.00
LANDFILL

24,477.49
MSBU’S

0.00
TOTAL  $     1,446,030.47
TRANSFER TO EMS  $        100,000.00

 

ZONING

 

Rob Corbitt, Director

A.     Petition No. Ha.Va. 1-10, Hardship Variance

 

Atty. Brown swore in those in the audience who wished to speak for or against any of the Petitions being presented.

1. Comm. Rooks and 2.Comm. Stevens stated they had ex-parte communication with petitioners.

Mr. Corbitt presented petition No. Ha.Va. 1-10, Hardship Variance to the Board for J.D. and Ginger Griffeth to allow a second dwelling in order to care for her parents, Kenneth and Karen Braswell.

Mr. Burton spoke against the petition.

Mrs. Cannon spoke in favor of the petition.

Comm. Rooks made a motion to approve the Hardship Variance.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

B.     Petition No. PP-3 Preliminary Plat of “Hampton Corners.”

 

Mr. Corbitt presented petition No. PP 3-10 Croft Land Surveying representing Shell Pond LLC, Larry King, for a Preliminary Plat of Hampton Corners.

No one spoke for or against.

Comm. Drew asked for the information regarding a well to be removed from the application, as it does not apply.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the Preliminary Plat as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

 911 ADDRESSING

 

Mike West, Coordinator

A.     Ratification of Application for 911 Rural County Grant.

 

Mr. West requested ratification of Application for 911 Rural County Grant.  Mr. West explained this is a non-matching grant for maintenance on their new 911 equipment in the amount of $10,274.

Comm. Rooks made a motion to approve the ratification of Application for 911 Rural County Grant.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

EARLY LEARNING COALITION OF THE NATURE COAST

 

Amanda Desmartin

A.     Request approval of Proclamation 2010-10 Recognizing and Observing March 22nd to March 26, 2010 as Children’s Week in Levy County.

 

Ms. Desmartin requested approval of Proclamation 2010-10 recognizing and observing March 22nd to March 26, 2010 as Children’s Week in Levy County.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve Proclamation 2010-10.  Second was made by Comm. Rooks and the MOTION CARRIES

 

Ms. Desmartin read into record the Proclamation and asked permission to place children’s hand-prints from a local child care facility in the lobby of the courthouse.

 

 

PUBLIC COMMENTS

 

Renate Cannon had a question about the FWC committee meeting on building codes and zoning requirements.  She wanted to know when the second meeting was to take place.

Comm. Rooks responded with the location, date and time of the next meeting.

Mrs. Cannon stated she understood the County was to collect EMS impact fees countywide.  She asked if Atty. Brown could clarify if “Countywide” means it includes the municipalities?

Atty. Brown responded it does include the municipalities.

Mrs. Cannon questioned why do the municipalities of Chiefland, Bronson, Williston and Cedar Key not allow EMS collections at this time?

Comm. Stevens responded the municipalities chose not to collect at this time while Comm. Rooks and Atty. Brown added this is on new applications.

Ms. Lee stated she is a new homeowner in University Oaks and a University Oaks water customer.  She stated she has a problem with her water bill amounts.  She is a volunteer missionary with the Volunteer Missionary Society and Family Preservation Fund and moves around often.  Ms. Lee expressed her concerns about charges, late fees, cut-offs, and re-connect fees with the water system.

Mr. Tummond spoke regarding payments received late in the past from Ms. Lee.  He explained how the billing cycle works and how much time lapses before a customer is disconnected.

The Board advised Ms. Lee to meet with Mr. Tummond to discuss arrangements for her bill and how she can remain current.

 

Merle Nichols wished to thank the Road Department for their work on paving the road in his area, near Goethe.

 

 

COUNTY COORDINATOR

 

Fred Moody, County Coordinator

A.     Proclamation 2010-11 Recognizing April, 2010 as “Water Conservation Month.”

 

Mr. Moody requested approval from the board for Proclamation 2010-11 and read the Proclamation into record.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve Proclamation 2010-11.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the

MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

NON-AGENDA ITEM

 

Mr. Moody stated he had a non-agenda item to present to the Board.

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

 

Mr. Moody stated he had received a request from the Vision Christian Academy for a transportation vehicle the County has scheduled to sell at the upcoming auction.  Mr. Moody stated there is a 1995 15-passenger van available if the Board would like to make this donation.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the donation of the van mentioned by Mr. Moody.  Second was made by Comm. Rooks.

Comm. Johnson spoke concerning the County’s liability involved in donating the van.

Atty. Brown stated a document could be included to add an “as is” condition of the donated van.

Comm. Stevens amended his motion to include an “as is” condition of the donated item.  Second was made by Comm. Rooks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

FOWLER’S BLUFF WATER SYSTEM ASSOCIATION, INC.

 

Joseph Mittauer

Mittauer & Associates, Inc. Consulting Engineers

A.     Fowler’s Bluff Water System Association, Inc.

 

Mr. Mittauer requested from the Board using the County’s CDBG ability to pursue a CDBG Block Grant Application to help fund the difference to upgrade the water treatment plant, which would cost about $750,000.

Comm. Rooks made a motion to allow the process to go forward with the process of CDBG Grant.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens.

Comm. Bell abstains from voting.

Comm. Drew requested clarification on what the process would involve in going forward.  Mr. Tummond explained the process of moving forward would involve the CATF (Citizens advisory task force) committee coming together.  There would then be two public hearings, after which the advisory task force would come back to Board with a recommendation.

Comm. Bell calls for a vote and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

HUMAN RESOURCES

 

Jacqueline Martin, Human Resource Director

A.     Present proposed Levy County Commission Safety and Health Program Manual for Board’s consideration.

 

Mrs. Martin introduced Mr. Joe Markham from the Road Department and presented the proposed Levy County Commission Safety and Health Program Manual for the Board’s consideration.

Comm. Drew made a motion to accept the Safety and Health Program Manual.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

Mr. Moody stated the adoption of the Manual is required in order for the County to be eligible for insurance premium safety credits.  The County has received, because of their work, $11,245.00 off our insurance premiums.

 

Mrs. Martin gave an update to the Board of applicants for the Library Services Director position vacancy.  The applicants are in the process of submitting documentation verifying they meet the minimum qualifications set by the State.

 

 

Comm. Bell called for a recess at 10:08

The meeting reconvened at 10:16

 

 

EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT

 

Mark Johnson, Director

A.     Request approval to accept the State Homeland Security Grant Program (SHSGP) Agreement.

 

Mr. Johnson requested approval to accept the State Homeland Security Grant Program Agreement.  He explained this is a no-match grant in the amount of $20,000.

Comm. Rooks made a motion to approve the State Homeland Security Grant Program Agreement.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

B.     Emergency Management Storage Facility Bid Selection Recommendations.

 

Mr. Johnson presented the Emergency Management Storage Facility Bid Selection Recommendation.  His recommendation is to use Gray Construction Services, which was the low bid at $35,995.

Comm. Rooks made a motion to approve the bid to Gray Construction Services as recommended by Mr. Johnson.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.  Comm. Bell votes NO.

 

 

EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES

 

Trish Seibold, Director

A.     Presentation of New Ambulance. – TABLED

 

 

PLANNING DEPARTMENT

 

Shenley Neely, Director

A.     Request direction from the Board on two Planning Commission members whose terms are expiring in April, 2010.

 

Ms. Neely requested direction from the Board as two of the Planning Commissioners’ terms will be expiring in April, 2010.  The two members are Thadus Barber and Ron Grant.

Comm. Drew stated she would like to Table the request until the next meeting.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to re-appoint Ron Grant.  Second was made by Comm. Rooks.

Comm. Bell called for a vote but Comm. Johnson asked if the vote was to be for just the one member before votes were spoken.

After discussion Comm. Drew stated she would make a recommendation to the Board after she completes interviews.

Comm. Bell calls for a vote and the MOTION CARRIES.  Comm. Drew votes NO.

 

 

ROAD DEPARTMENT

 

Bruce Greenlee, Administrative Superintendent

A.     Request permission to vacate a 20’ strip of right-of-way in Foxwood Farms off of NE 20th Street.

 

Mr. Greenlee requested permission from the Board to apply to vacate a 20’ strip of right-of –way in Foxwood Farms off of NE 20th Street.

Atty. Brown added this is not the actual vacating of it, but asks the permission of the Board to be the applicant, as it has to go through the process.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to grant permission to vacate a 20’ strip of right-of-way as described by Mr. Greenlee.  Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

B.     Request approval to purchase recycled asphalt from Anderson Columbia for $5.00 a ton.

 

Mr. Greenlee requested approval to purchase recycled asphalt from Anderson Columbia.  Anderson Columbia has agreed to sell the County recycled asphalt and aggregate materials currently stockpiled at the asphalt plant site at Lebanon Station for the price of $5.00 per ton.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the purchase of recycled asphalt from Anderson Columbia.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

C.     Request permission to accept right-of-way on NE 170th Avenue.

 

Mr. Greenlee requested permission to “pursue” right-of-way on NE 170th Ave.

Comm. Rooks made a motion to pursue right-of-way on NE 170th Ave.  Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

COMMISSIONER’S REPORTS

 

Comm. Drew gave information about a new State website called transparencyflorida.gov where the operating and expenditure budget for the State can be viewed.

 

Comm. Bell

A.     Presentation of FEMA Plaque.

 

Comm. Bell made a presentation from FEMA to Levy County as participants in the National Flood Insurance Program.  As a result of this community’s outstanding performance in the CRS, flood insurance policyholders within this jurisdiction are afforded a reduced premium on their policies.  A plaque was presented as acknowledgement of this achievement.

 

Property Appraiser, Oz Barker announced to everyone there will be a Relay-For-Life fundraiser on March 11th.  Chicken and rice lunches will be available for a donation of $5.00 each in the Board meeting room.

 

 

 

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 10:49 AM.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                             BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY, FL

 

 

____________________________________                                    ____________________________________

Clerk of Court, Danny J. Shipp                                                 Chairperson, Nancy Bell

 


1.  Ex-Parte Communication Comm. Rooks

2.  Ex-Parte Communication Comm. Stevens

BOCC Regular Meeting – February 16, 2010

by
REGULAR MEETING

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

FEBRUARY 16, 2010

 

 

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on February 16, 2010, at 9:00 AM in the Levy County Board of County Commissioners meeting room, with the following Commissioners present:

 

Chairperson Nancy Bell

Vice Chairperson Danny Stevens

Comm. Marsha Drew

Comm. Lilly Rooks

Comm. Chad Johnson

            Also present were:

 

County Attorney – Anne Bast Brown

County Coordinator – Fred Moody

Assistant to the County Coordinator – Dick Tummond

 

 

Chairperson Bell called the meeting to order at 9:01 AM.  Comm. Bell gave the invocation, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.

 

 

EXPENDITURES

 

Comm. Rooks moved to approve the following expenditures presented for payment.  Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

CHECK NUMBER

    100315-100472
FUND

            AMOUNT
GENERAL REVENUE

123,760.63
ROAD

159,702.03
SHIP

0.00
LIBRARY

1,828.68
PERMANENT MOSQUITO

46.53
COURT TECH/CRIM PREV

18,881.07
TRANSPORTATION

1,150.32
911

0.00
SP LAW ENF

0.00
COURT FACILITIES

9,750.00
PROGRESS ENERGY

6,902.04
EMS

278,579.61
FIRE

55,519.61
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT

1,608.00
UTILITIES

1,021.60
DRUG TASK FORCE

3,000.00
COMMUNICATION

0.00
JUV JUSTICE

0.00
ADD COURT COSTS

1,528.32
IMPACT FEES – EMS

0.00
IMPACT FEES – PARKS

0.00
IMPACT FEES – RD DIST II

0.00
DEBT SERVICE

131,612.50
CAPITAL PROJECTS

0.00
CONSTRUCTION

0.00
LANDFILL

62,734.98
MSBU’S

0.00
TOTAL  $         857,625.92

 

 

 

 

MINUTES

 

The minutes for the Regular Board Meeting held February 2, 2010 were presented for approval.  Comm. Rooks made a motion to approve the minutes as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

VFW

 

Ivan Chubb

A.     Presentation.

 

Mr. Chubb and Jack Hudson presented a certificate of appreciation to Susan Haines and thanked her for her work with the VFW.

 

 

GOETHE STATE FOREST

 

Bobby Cahal, Goethe State Forest

A.     Presentation of Payment in Lieu of Taxes.

 

Mr. Cahal presented the Board with a Revenue Sharing check in the amount of $58,199.75 for payment in lieu of taxes.

 

 

KING ROAD MINE

 

Mr. Feldhusen, Yankeetown, Florida

A.     King Road Mine, Attorney Response on Question/Comments Test Pit Reclamation.

 

Mr. Feldhusen spoke on behalf of Mr. Jack Schofield of Yankeetown, Florida, as Mr. Schofield could not be present.  Mr. Feldhusen read a letter from Mr. Schofield to the Board.  In his letter, Mr. Schofield referred to a letter written back in November, 2009, addressing concerns about Special Exception Use Permit SE 3-05.  Issues in the letter were referred to Atty. Brown and the letter today is requesting clarification on the response given in Atty. Brown’s memorandum dated January 5, 2010.

Atty. Brown stated she had already addressed the issues. Comm. Drew also responded to questions raised in the letter.  Comm. Rooks stated she is in favor of following Atty. Brown’s recommendation at this time to do nothing anything at this time.

Comm. Drew made a motion to enforce the terms of Special Exception 3-05.  The motion dies for lack of a second.

Comm. Drew made a motion refer this to a third party independent mediator.  The motion dies for lack of a second.

Comm. Bell stated the Board would take no further action at this time.

A member of the audience, Mr. Lineberger asked Mr. Corbitt about a letter from the BOMR regarding Special Exception 3-05.  Mr. Corbitt responded Special Exception 3-05 was for prospecting and not for mining, therefore a letter would not exist.

 

 

TOWN OF INGLIS

 

William Lake, Mayor

Town of Inglis

A.  The Dissolution of the Town of Inglis and its Effects on Levy County.

 

Mr. Lake spoke to the Board regarding the possibility of the dissolution of the Town of Inglis and its effects on Levy County.

Evan Sullivan spoke on behalf of Sheriff Smith.  He stated the Sheriff’s Department is obligated to take over the Inglis Police duties if they dissolve, but Sheriff Smith wanted to go on record as not wishing to do so.

 

 

PUBLIC COMMENT

 

Robert Blackburn spoke regarding the condition of NE 120th Terr.  He stated the road had been scheduled for resurfacing previously, but the date had to be moved.  He asked the Board to move this road up on the list to be resurfaced.

Mr. Greenlee explained the Road Department has to go by a list of roads approved for resurfacing.  The roads are worked on in the order they are approved unless directed to do otherwise and funding must also be available in their budget.

Comm. Johnson stated since this road is in his district, he would be out to check the road this afternoon.

Michael Peters and Michael Andrew White both spoke regarding the agenda item of the dissolution of the Town of Inglis.  Comm. Rooks responded and addressed their concerns.

 

 

COUNTY COORDINATOR

 

Fred Moody, County Coordinator

A.     Proposed Recreation Funds Policy and Guidelines.

 

Mr. Moody spoke regarding the proposed Recreation Funds Policy and Guidelines as provided in the Board members packets. Comm. Bell pointed out things she had questioned previously not addressed in guidelines as presented, such as the youth leagues providing the Board with a Form 990.

Comm. Rooks requested a change in the wording of requesting a purchase order before goods are to be ordered.

Comm. Stevens requested to add what Comm. Rooks had questioned and bring the policy back at the next Board meeting.

 

B.     List of Surplus Items for Auction.

 

Mr. Moody stated the Surplus Auction is set for March 27, 2010.  He presented a list of surplus items for sale to the Board members.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the surplus list.  Second was made by Comm. Rooks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

C.     Request from Bronson Community Church for Equipment.

 

With the Boards permission, Bronson Community Church and the Vision Christian Academy or any other churches and any non-profit organizations will be able to view items before the final list is prepared for auction.

 

 

EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT

 

Mark Johnson, Director

A.     Modification to State Homeland Security Grant Program (SHSGP) Agreement extending the expiration date.

 

Mr. Johnson requested a modification of the SHSGP expiration date, extending it from May 31, 2010 to June 1, 2010.  Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the modification extending the expiration date.  Second was made by Comm. Rooks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

B.     Modification to Emergency Management Preparedness and Assistance (EMPA) Base Grant Agreement Amount.

 

Mr. Johnson requested a modification to the EMPA base grant agreement amount.  He explained this amount is part of their operating funds from the State.  The original annual agreement amount is $102,724.00.  The remaining amount is $33,252.99, which is from the 2008-2009 Federal Management Performance Grant (EMPG Funds).  This is the Federal portion of their operating funds, which showed up late in the fiscal year.  The State is asking for this amount to be rolled over into the current year.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the modification.  Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS

 

Comm. Bell announced the meeting regarding exotic animals had been postponed from March 2, 2010.

 

Comm. Rooks stated she would be at meeting tomorrow in Franklin County regarding FWC proposed rule changes.

 

Comm. Drew announced on February 27th from 1:00-3:00 PM Cynthia Barnett will be speaking at the Yankeetown Library about her new book “Blue is the New Green.”

 

Rob Corbitt gave update on Dr. Suzanne Billiar, DVM, an applicant requesting a time extension.  They did not withhold Code Enforcement and will be appearing in court April 13th at 9:00 AM.

 

 

 

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 10:39 AM.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                             BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY, FL

 

 

____________________________________                                    ____________________________________

Clerk of Court, Danny J. Shipp                                                 Chairperson, Nancy Bell

 

BOCC Regular Meeting – February 2, 2010

by

REGULAR MEETING

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

FEBRUARY 2, 2010

 

 

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on February 2, 2010, at 9:00 AM in the Levy County Board of County Commissioners meeting room, with the following Commissioners present:

 

Chairperson Nancy Bell

Vice Chairperson Danny Stevens

Comm. Marsha Drew

Comm. Lilly Rooks

Comm. Chad Johnson

            Also present were:

 

County Attorney – Anne Bast Brown

County Coordinator – Fred Moody

Assistant to the County Coordinator – Dick Tummond

 

 

Chairperson Bell called the meeting to order at 9:01 AM.  Comm. Bell gave the invocation, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.

 

 

EXPENDITURES

 

Comm. Stevens moved to approve the following expenditures presented for payment. Comm. Rooks seconded and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

CHECK NUMBER

   100170-100314
FUND

           AMOUNT
GENERAL REVENUE

1,291,927.56
ROAD

79,452.53
SHIP

0.00
LIBRARY

699.20
PERMANENT MOSQUITO

358.85
COURT TECH/CRIM PREV

0.00
TRANSPORTATION

978.37
911

26,563.33
SP LAW ENF

0.00
COURT FACILITIES

3,640.38
PROGRESS ENERGY

150.43
EMS

72,125.06
FIRE

36,731.29
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT

1,084.70
UTILITIES

972.24
DRUG TASK FORCE

8,495.00
COMMUNICATION

0.00
JUV JUSTICE

0.00
ADD COURT COSTS

2,124.27
IMPACT FEES – EMS

0.00
IMPACT FEES – PARKS

0.00
IMPACT FEES – RD DIST II

0.00
DEBT SERVICE

0.00
CAPITAL PROJECTS

896.60
CONSTRUCTION

0.00
LANDFILL

69,039.73
MSBU’S

0.00
TOTAL  $      1,595,239.54
TRANSFER TO LIBRARY  $           47,004.75

 

MINUTES

 

The minutes for the following Board Meetings were presented for approval:

 

Regular Meeting held December 22, 2009                    Library Director Interviews held January 5, 2010

Regular Meeting held January 5, 2010               Regular Meeting held January 19, 2010

 

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

 

 

ZONING

 

Rob Corbitt, Director

A.     Petition No. FP 1-09, Final Plat of “Wolfwood”.

 

Atty. Brown swore in anyone wishing to speak on any of the three petitions presented for approval.  Comm. Bell called for ex parte of Commissioners and there was none.  Comm. Bell then called for public comment and there was none.

Mr. Corbitt presented Petition No. FP 1-09 to the Board for approval.

Comm. Bell called for anyone wishing to speak for or against the petition and there was none.  Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve Petition No. 1-09.  Second was made by Comm. Rooks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

B.     Petition No. PP 1-10, Preliminary Plat of “Vaughn’s Acres”.

 

Mr. Corbitt presented Petition No. PP 1-10 to the Board for approval.

Comm. Bell called for anyone wishing to speak for or against the petition and there was none.  Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve Petition No. PP 1-10.  Second was made by Comm. Rooks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

C.     Petition No. PP 2-10, Preliminary Plat of “Rejoli Acres.

 

Mr. Corbitt presented Petition No. PP 2-10 to the Board for approval.

Comm. Bell called for anyone wishing to speak for or against the petition and there was none.  Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the Petition No. PP 2-10.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Mr. Corbitt requested a meeting date and time from the Board for a Special Exception Hearing regarding an exotic animal farm.  The date and time was agreed upon for March 2, 2010 at 6:30 P.M. in Courtroom A.

 

 

PUBLIC HEARING

 

Bruce Greenlee, Road Department Administrative Superintendent

A.     Resolution 2010-06 approving a Petition to Vacate, Abandon, and Close a portion of a road known as Lacoocha Street in Town Site of Tuckaho, Florida.

 

Comm. Bell called for public comment and there was none.

Mr. Greenlee requested approval of Resolution 2010-06 approving a Petition to Vacate, Abandon, and Close a portion of a road known as Lacoocha Street in Town Site of Tuckaho, Florida.  The road is located in Inglis off of HWY 40 East.

Comm. Bell called for anyone wishing to speak for or against.

Foster Percolli came forward stating he had requested closing a portion of the road as he owns and maintains the property on either side of the road.  There was none against.

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve Resolution 2010-06.  Second was made by Comm. Rooks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

 

 

 

ROAD DEPARTMENT

 

Bruce Greenlee, Administrative Superintendent

A.     Proposed Contract for constructing or otherwise improving Levy County Road 32 particularly known as Financial Project ID: 424175-1-58-01.

 

Mr. Greenlee requested approval of the proposed contract for constructing or otherwise improving LCR 32 particularly known as Financial Project ID: 424175-1-58-01.  Mr. Lee Mills spoke to the Board and presented the bid results with a recommendation to use Anderson Columbia at the amount of $713,519.87.  Mr. Mills requested of the Board if the low bid is accepted, to include in the motion upon preparation of the contract, the Chairperson to be authorized to sign in order to avoid delays.

Comm. Rooks made a motion to approve the proposed contract for constructing or otherwise improving LCR 32, particularly known as Financial Project ID: 424175-1-58-01 as recommended.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Mr. Greenlee stated to the Board for the record, Mr. Gilbert had declined the easement for this project, but this will not stop the project from going forward.

 

 

BRONSON UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

 

Phyllis Cowart, Bronson United Methodist Church

A.     Water Situation at the Methodist Church after State’s Attorney building was constructed.

 

Mrs. Cowart spoke to the Board regarding the water issue in the churchyard as a result of construction of the State Attorney building and asked if the situation could be corrected.  Mr. Moody spoke regarding water collecting at the site and asked Mr. Mills to speak also.  Mr. Mills explained a topographical study was done at the State Attorney building site before construction and the rain holding in the churchyard does not appear to be a result of runoff from this building.  He stated it would take a significant rain event to determine if there was any runoff from the State Attorney building.  The Board members agreed to look into the situation.

 

 

NATURE COAST BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL, INC.

 

Carol McQueen, Chairperson

A.     Agreement between Levy County and Nature Coast Business Development Council, Inc.

 

Mrs. McQueen requested approval of the Agreement between Levy County and Nature Coast Business Development Council, Inc. as prepared by Atty. Brown.  She stated the Agreement was the same as last year with one addition, #3, which is from the September 10, 2009 meeting in which the Board approved their budget and an additional $15,000 for TEAM LEVY in matched funding.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the Agreement between Levy County and Nature Coast Business Development Council, Inc.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Mrs. McQueen announced to the Board on January 15, 2010 the Executive Director, Amanda Douglas had resigned from the Nature Coast Business Development Council and the Levy County Enterprise Zone.  The position will be posted by next week.

 

 

COUNTY COORDINATOR

 

Fred Moody, County Coordinator

A.     Update on Guardian ad Litem Space.

 

Mr. Moody gave an update on the Guardian ad Litem space as previously discussed at the last meeting.  Mr. Moody stated Atty. Brown had sent a certified letter to the Aquis January 20, 2010 and the signed return receipt had been received by the Attorney’s office.  No response has come to date from Dr. Aqui.  The building has been vacated as of Friday and the employees are presently working out of Gilchrist County.

 

 

 

EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT

 

Mark Johnson, Director

A.     Request approval to accept the Lease Agreement between the City of Williston and Levy County for the use of the Williston Airport as a Primary County Emergency Staging Area during times of declared emergency.

 

Mr. Johnson requested approval to accept the Lease Agreement between the City of Williston and Levy County for the use of the Williston Airport as a Primary County Emergency Staging Area during times of declared emergency.  Mr. Johnson stated this agreement is a two year culmination of hard work and cooperation made by all parties involved to make this happen so Levy County will be prepared to respond and recover more effectively in the event of a “Hurricane Katrina” type storm coming into Levy County.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the Lease Agreement between the City of Williston and Levy County.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES

 

Royce Barber, Assistant Director

A.     Resolution 2010-08 authorizing the Chair to execute an application for a grant from the Florida Department of Health, Bureau of Emergency Medical Services, EMS County Grant Program; authorizing the Director of the Emergency Medical Services Department to perform administrative duties under the grant.

 

Mr. Barber requested approval of Resolution 2010-08.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve Resolution 2010-08.  Second was made by Comm. Rooks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

NON-AGENDA ITEM

 

Mr. Barber stated he had a non-agenda item which would require a vote.

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

 

Mr. Barber requested approval of two 9010 Matching Grant Program Applications for ambulances and stretchers.  The items requested in the applications are for one Med Unit and ten stretchers.  The County match for the Med Unit is $13,400 and the match for the ten stretchers is $10,748.80.

Comm. Rooks made a motion to approve the Grant Applications as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

SHIP

 

Dick Tummond

A.     Satisfaction of Mortgage.

 

Mr. Tummond requested approval from the Board of Satisfaction of Mortgage for John and Joyce Gibson in the amount of $9,645 in Purchase Assistance and $3,355 in Rehabilitation Assistance.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the Satisfaction of Mortgage as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Rooks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS

 

Comm. Johnson had question for Mr. Greenlee about whether or not rumble strips would be replaced on CR 102.  Mr. Greenlee stated they would be replaced.

 

Comm. Drew questioned Mr. Moody about Recreation Funds.  Mr. Moody responded he would be able to give some information by the next Board meeting.

 

Comm. Rooks

A.     Budget Review.

 

Comm. Rooks spoke about the budget crunch for next two years emphasizing how it will be more difficult and additional cuts will need to be made.

 

B.     Proclamation 2010-09 recognizing Dixie County Sheriff Officer, Captain Chad Reed slain in the line of duty.

 

Comm. Rooks requested approval of Proclamation 2010-09.  Comm. Rooks read the proclamation into record and made a motion to approve.  Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Comm. Rooks stated she has a meeting scheduled with DOT this Friday morning to discuss bridges in Cedar Key.  Comm. Rooks stated she had also attended a meeting regarding septic tanks and pollution issues in Ocala recently and plans to attend more of these meetings.  The meeting was in regard to springs protection.

 

Comm. Bell stated she had spoken recently with Rep. Leonard Bembry regarding the Certificate of Need extension for the Chiefland hospital.  Comm. Bell also spoke regarding the “Taxpayer Bill of Rights,” also called the TABOR bill and a meeting regarding this she had attended recently.  She stated this bill allows the State to cap revenues on the local level, which hurts small counties.

 

Comm. Bell stated she has been working to find out how Levy county residents with out of county addresses will affect census information.  She wants to know if our county will lose money as a result of out of county addresses for citizens actually living in the county.

 

Comm. Bell recognized Mayor Bill Lake of Inglis, and Ms. Debra Jones and Marcus Collins from Williston.

 

 

 

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 10:14 AM.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                             BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY, FL

 

 

____________________________________                                    ____________________________________

Clerk of Court, Danny J. Shipp                                                 Chairperson, Nancy Bell

 

BOCC Regular Meeting – January 19, 2010

by

REGULAR MEETING

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

JANUARY 19, 2010

 

 

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on January 19, 2010, at 9:00 AM in the Levy County Board of County Commissioners meeting room, with the following Commissioners present:

 

Chairperson Nancy Bell

Vice Chairperson Danny Stevens

Comm. Marsha Drew

Comm. Lilly Rooks

Comm. Chad Johnson

            Also present were:

 

Clerk of Court – Danny J. Shipp

County Attorney – Anne Bast Brown

County Coordinator – Fred Moody

Assistant to the County Coordinator – Dick Tummond

 

 

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

 

 

EXPENDITURES

 

Comm. Stevens moved to approve the following expenditures presented for payment. Comm. Rooks seconded and the MOTION CARRIED.

 

CHECK NUMBER

   100041-100169
FUND

           AMOUNT
GENERAL REVENUE

720,835.34
ROAD

98,408.79
SHIP

19,400.00
LIBRARY

1,457.11
PERMANENT MOSQUITO

95.85
COURT TECH/CRIM PREV

414.88
TRANSPORTATION

16,826.93
911

2,083.28
SP LAW ENF

0.00
COURT FACILITIES

1,528.07
PROGRESS ENERGY

516.56
EMS

46,465.44
FIRE

104,026.19
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT

5,370.63
UTILITIES

1,785.60
DRUG TASK FORCE

1,342.45
COMMUNICATION

0.00
JUV JUSTICE

0.00
ADD COURT COSTS

439.90
IMPACT FEES – EMS

0.00
IMPACT FEES – PARKS

0.00
IMPACT FEES – RD DIST II

0.00
DEBT SERVICE

0.00
CAPITAL PROJECTS

4,729.33
CONSTRUCTION

0.00
LANDFILL

47,406.87
MSBU’S

0.00
TOTAL  $      1,073,133.22

 

 

 PUBLIC HEARING

 

A.     Ordinance 2010-10 relating to the Public School Facilities Element and Capital Improvements Element of the Comprehensive Plan as Submitted.

 

Ms. Neely presented the Board with Ordinance 2010-01 which is a County initiated application to amend the text of the Levy County Comprehensive Plan Public School Facilities and Capital Improvements Element relating to the annual update of the 5-Year Schedule of Capital Improvements.

Comm. Bell called for public comment.  There was none for or against.

Atty. Brown read the Ordinance title into public record.

Comm. Drew made a motion to adopt Ordinance 2010-01.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

ZONING

 

Rob Corbitt, Director

A.     SEP 3-09, Special Event:  Fun in the Sun Endurance Festival.

 

Mr. Corbitt requested approval of SEP 3-09, Special Event:  Fun in the Sun Endurance Festival to be held March 4 – 6, 2010 from 7:00 A.M. to 7:00 P.M.  Valerie Kanavy spoke regarding the event and answered questions from the Board members.

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve SEP 3-09, Special Event:  Fun in the Sun Endurance Festival.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

911 ADDRESSING

 

Mike West, 911 Coordinator

A.     Request approval of the Dispatch Mapping Support Project Agreement with GeoComm Incorporated.

 

Mr. West requested approval of the Dispatch Mapping Support Project Agreement with GeoComm Incorporated.  He explained it provides for one year of GIS maintenance services and software support services.

Comm. Rooks made a motion to approve the Dispatch Mapping Support Project Agreement with GeoComm Incorporated.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

B.     Request approval of an Amendment to the Embarq Agreement.

 

Mr. West requested approval of an Amendment to the Embarq Agreement changing payment of maintenance annually rather than monthly.

Comm. Rooks made a motion to approve the Amendment to the Embarq Agreement changing payment of maintenance annually rather than monthly.  Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

COUNTY COORDINATOR

 

Fred Moody, County Coordinator

A.     Request termination of Lease Agreement with Aquis.

 

Mr. Moody requested termination of Lease Agreement with Aquis regarding the Guardian ad litem housing agency and program due to roof leaks as well as mold and mildew in the building.  Mr. Moody stated Mr. Aqui had indicated repairs would not be done right away and was intending to wait until after his taxes were done to make any repairs.  The County leases half of the building while Another Way leases the other half.  Mr. Moody stated the Board is required to give six months notice in order to terminate.  He indicated a lease could be done through the Levy County School Board for a cost of $750 per month at the Workforce Connection location.  The lease could be done immediately.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to terminate the Lease Agreement with the Aquis.

The motion dies for lack of second.

The Board members discussed the situation of continuing paying the Aquis $450 per month for the next six months as well as rent to the Levy County School Board at $750 per month.

Atty. Brown offered to write a letter to the Aquis citing health concerns of the building for the employees and clients in an effort to terminate the Lease Agreement without continuing with the six-month additional rent.

Comm. Rooks made a motion to terminate the Lease Agreement with an effective date of February 1, 2010.  Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Comm. Rooks requested an update at the next Board meeting from Mr. Moody on this situation.  Comm. Rooks suggested allowing the Guardian ad litem employees to meet with clients in the Board meeting room and use the Board office phones temporarily until office space can be made available.

 

B.     Request approval of Lease Agreement with the Levy County School Board. – TABLED

 

 

EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT

 

Mark Johnson, Director

A.     Request permission to begin sealed bid process and permitting process for the construction of the new Emergency Operations Center metal storage building.

 

Mr. Johnson requested permission to begin sealed bid process and permitting process for the construction of the new Emergency Operations Center metal storage building.  The estimated cost will be $50,000 to $52,000.  The first funding source for this building is from Progress Energy.  Emergency Management has had a two-year contract through the (REP) Radiological Emergency Planning Program Contract and have been able to hold back $40,000 in the program over the two year period.  The second source of funding is the (FDEM) Florida Division of Emergency Management (EMPA) Emergency Management Preparedness & Assistance Grant Program in the amount of $12,000.  No County matching funds are required as all the funds are currently in their budget.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to move forward with the bid process of the metal storage building as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.  Comm. Bell votes NO.

 

 

ROAD DEPARTMENT

 

Bruce Greenlee, Administrative Superintendent

A.     Request Approval of C32 Drainage Easement.

 

Mr. Greenlee brought Lee Mills to the podium to give explanation of widening and resurfacing of C32 and drainage easement.  Mr. Mills explained the easement is necessary to ease the drainage problem for land owned by Louie Gilbert.  The problem occurs close to where the School Board has an existing drainage facility for the school.

Comm. Rooks made a motion to approve the C32 Drainage Easement.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

B.     Resolution 2010-07 Authorizing the Execution of Amendment #1 to Traffic Signal Maintenance and Compensation Agreement with Florida Department of Transportation for maintenance of Traffic Signals and Intersection Control Beacons in Levy County.

 

Mr. Greenlee requested Board approval of Resolution 2010-07.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve Resolution 2010-07.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Mr. Greenlee gave information to the Board regarding a letter the Road Department had sent to the State regarding traffic accident information at the intersection of 320 and 341.  A response indicated there was only one confirmed traffic accident with injury during the time surveyed of one year and therefore did not warrant the control beacons to be placed at this location.

 

 

SHIP

 

Dick Tummond

A.  Deferred Payment Loan.

 

Mr. Tummond requested approval of the Deferred Payment Loan Agreement for Tarrin E. Luke in the amount of $19,400.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the Deferred Payment Loan Agreement for Tarrin E. Luke.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

SOLID WASTE

 

Benny Jerrels, Director

A.     Request approval to renew the annual Withlacoochee Regional Planning Council Contract.

 

Mr. Jerrels requested Board approval to renew the annual Withlacoochee Regional Planning Council Contract.  This contract is for the annual verification of hazardous waste management practices.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to renew the annual Withlacoochee Regional Planning Council Contract.  Second was made by Comm. Rooks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS

 

 

Comm. Drew stated there was a positive response to the recent Census Job Fair she hosted.  Comm. Drew also gave information regarding SB 218 and HB 318.  These are pertaining to inmate housing and an attempt is being made by Legislature to allow the Counties to pay only Medicare rates for inmates and to get medical rates uniform state-wide for all medical facilities.

 

Comm. Bell stated she had recently spoken with Frank Shoup regarding the Tri-County Hospital.  Mr. Shoup indicated an agreement was made between Ameris and Dasko.  Dasko would be building the hospital and Ameris would still be managing the hospital.  He indicated this agreement was on Mr. Lewis’s desk in the second draft form awaiting approval.

 

Comm. Rooks stated she had spoken with Lora Hollingsworth regarding the bridge funding.  She is expecting a response soon by e-mail.

 

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

Comm. Rooks stated she and Mark Johnson had attended the funeral Sunday for Captain Chad Reed from Dixie County and is asking for consensus from the Board to draft a Resolution to be sent to the Dixie County Sheriff’s Office and the Dixie County Board of County Commissioners in regard to Chad Reed.

Comm. Rooks made a motion to have a Resolution drafted by the County Attorney in regard to Captain Chad Reed of the Dixie County Sheriff’s Office.  Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

 

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 10:20 AM.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                             BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY, FL

 

 

____________________________________                                    ____________________________________

Clerk of Court, Danny J. Shipp                                                 Chairperson, Nancy Bell

 

 

 

 

BOCC Regular Meeting – January 5, 2010

by

REGULAR MEETING

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

JANUARY 5, 2010

 

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on January 5, 2010, at 9:00 AM in the Levy County Board of County Commissioners meeting room, with the following Commissioners present:

 

Chairperson Nancy Bell

Vice Chairperson Danny Stevens

Comm. Marsha Drew

Comm. Lilly Rooks

Comm. Chad Johnson

            Also present were:

 

Clerk of Court – Danny J. Shipp

County Attorney – Anne Bast Brown

County Coordinator – Fred Moody

Assistant to the County Coordinator – Dick Tummond

 

 

Chairperson Bell called the meeting to order at 9:10 AM.  Comm. Bell gave the invocation, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.

 

EXPENDITURES

 

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

 

CHECK NUMBER

      99968-100040
FUND

          AMOUNT
GENERAL REVENUE

1,105,923.11
ROAD

28,496.42
SHIP

0.00
LIBRARY

291.16
PERMANENT MOSQUITO

359.92
COURT TECH/CRIM PREV

0.00
TRANSPORTATION

526.46
911

345,361.55
SP LAW ENF

0.00
COURT FACILITIES

0.00
PROGRESS ENERGY

0.00
EMS

3,010.32
FIRE

7,193.99
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT

263.39
UTILITIES

394.97
DRUG TASK FORCE

0.00
COMMUNICATION

3,334.95
JUV JUSTICE

0.00
ADD COURT COSTS

0.00
IMPACT FEES – EMS

0.00
IMPACT FEES – PARKS

0.00
IMPACT FEES – RD DIST II

0.00
DEBT SERVICE

0.00
CAPITAL PROJECTS

0.00
CONSTRUCTION

0.00
LANDFILL

4,482.74
MSBU’S

0.00
TOTAL  $      1,499,638.98

 

 

MINUTES

 

The minutes for the Regular meeting held November 17, 2009 were presented for approval.  Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the minutes as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIED.

 

The minutes for the Regular meeting held December 8, 2009 were presented for approval.  Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve the minutes as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Rooks and the MOTION CARRIED.

 

CHAIRPERSON AND VICE CHAIRPERSON ELECTION

 

Comm. Rooks commended Comm. Bell for her leadership in the past year as Chairperson and made a motion to re-appoint her as the Board Chairperson and Comm. Stevens as the Vice-Chairman.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

ZONING

 

Rob Corbitt,

A.     HaVa. 4-09, Hardship Variance

 

Mr. Corbitt presented Hardship Variance HaVa. 4-09 to the Board for approval.  The Hardship Variance is to allow for a second dwelling on the property owned by James and Janet Sharpe in order for their children to care for them.

Comm. Bell called for public comment.  There was none.

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve the Hardship Variance.  Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

B.     Request approval of Resolution 2010-04 amending Resolution 2007-24, Adopting Amendments to Schedule of Permit Fees and Service Charges for Services provided by the Levy County Development Department.

 

Mr. Corbitt stated this Resolution provides for repeal of conflicting fee schedules and provides an effective date.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve Resolution 2010-04 amending Resolution 2007-24.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

LEVY COUNTY TOURIST DEVELOPMENT

 

Carol McQueen introduced Carolyn Cohen of Chiefland to everyone and provided information about her new book about Levy County.  Ms. Cohen spoke about her new book “Levy County, Images of Florida”.  It focuses on the builders, founders and sites of Levy County.  She stated the books are available at local stores.

 

 

LEVY COUNTY TRANSIT

 

Desiree Painter, General Manager

A.     Request approval to submit w/authorizing resolutions the FY 2010-2011 Section 5311 (operating expenses) grant application to the Florida Department of Transportation.

 

Ms. Painter requested approval to submit with authorizing resolutions the FY 2010-2011 Section 5311 operating grant application to the Florida Department of Transportation.  Ms. Painter stated this is a 50/50 soft match grant in the amount of $400,000.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve Resolution 2010-01 for the FY 2010-2011 Section 5311 operating grant application to the Florida Department of Transportation.  Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

B.     Request approval to submit w/authorizing resolutions the FY 2010-2011 Section 5310 (capital equipment) grant application to the Florida Department of Transportation.

 

Ms. Painter requested approval to submit with authorizing resolutions the FY 2010-2011 Section 5310 capital equipment application to the Florida Department of Transportation.  Ms. Painter stated this is an 80/10/10 hard match grant in the amount of $70,529 to be used for the purchase of a generating system for the transit building and one E-350 Club Wagon van.

Comm. Rooks made a motion to approve Resolution 2010-02 for the FY 2010-2011 Section 5310 capital equipment application to the Florida Department of Transportation.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

C.     Request approval to submit w/authorizing resolutions the 2010-2011 Section 5316 (operating and capital expenses) grant application to the Florida Department of Transportation.

 

Ms. Painter requested approval to submit with authorizing resolutions the 2010-2011 Section 5316 operating and capital expenses grant application to the Florida Department of Transportation.  Ms. Painter stated this is a 50/50 soft match for operational and 80/20 hard match for capital equipment grant in the amount of $350,000 to be used for job access reverse commute.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve Resolution 2010-03 for the 2010-2011 Section 5316 operating and capital expenses grant application to the Florida Department of Transportation.  Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

D.  Request approval of the 5316 Joint Participation Agreement for capital with 80/20 hard match.

 

Ms. Painter requested approval of the 5316 Joint Participation Agreement for capital with 80/20 hard match in the amount of $89,291 with a 10% match with a date change.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the 5316 Joint Participation Agreement for capital with date change.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

D.     Request approval of the 5316 Joint Participation Agreement for operational expenses 50/50 soft match.

 

Ms. Painter requested approval of the 5316 Joint Participation Agreement for operational expenses 50/50 soft match in the amount of $187,500 with changes.

Comm. Rooks made a motion to approve the 5316 Joint Participation Agreement for operational expenses with changes.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

ROAD DEPARTMENT

 

Bruce Greenlee, Administrative Superintendent

A.     Request adoption of Resolution 2010-05 to schedule a Public Hearing on Tuesday, February 2, 2010 at 9:00 A.M. for the closure of Lacoocha Street as requested by Petitioners Foster Pericciuoli and Nezmer and Patricia Calzolari.

 

Mr. Greenlee requested adoption of Resolution 2010-05 to schedule a Public Hearing as stated above.

Comm. Rooks made a motion to adopt Resolution 2010-05.  Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

PUBLIC COMMENTS

 

Bill Phillips of Cedar Key Bed & Breakfast spoke about starting a private bus company with a goal of servicing five counties.  His vision is to provide upscale transportation on busses equipped with restrooms and galleys.  The busses will also have T.V. monitors as well as wi-fi and GPS tracking.

 

Mr. Moody stated Gerald Heathcoat, Mayor of Williston, inviting the Board to a workshop on Thursday, January 14, 2010 from 4:30 to 6:00 P.M. at the R.V. Crossings in Williston with the Florida League of Cities Special Legislative Workshop for the Suwannee River League of Cities.

Mr. Moody stated FACT is hosting a series of workshops at several UF/IFAS extension offices.

Mr. Moody stated the Levy County Health Department still has the H1N1/Swine Flu vaccine available and will be available at the Courthouse Thursday, January 7, 2010 from 10:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. for anyone interested in getting the vaccine at no charge.

 

 

COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS

 

Comm. Bell reminded everyone interviews will be held today at 1:00 P.M. for Library Services Director.

 

Comm. Stevens reminded everyone there will be fundraisers coming up in Williston in March and April at Rhino Outdoors.  The Sporting Clay’s Fundraiser for both the Williston FFA and Tri-County Pregnancy Center are planned again for this year.

 

Comm. Drew questioned Mr. Corbitt about the County’s CRS rating changing from an 8 to a 7, which corresponds to insurance rates going down.  She thanked Mr. Corbitt for his work on this.

Comm. Drew also stated she will be co-sponsoring a Census Bureau Job Fair January 16, 2010 at Inglis/Yankeetown Lions Club from 10:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.  For every person in Levy County who does not sign up when they receive their application, the county looses $3,600.

Comm. Drew stated the Withlacoochee Gulf Preserve, a 400 acre wilderness park in Yankeetown has partnered with Disney to do a “Give a Day – Get a Day Program”.  If you volunteer your time to help clean up the park, Disney will give you a day free at their park.  To participate, you would go online to sign up.  This was so popular, it is now full.  She suggested if anyone has any ongoing projects where volunteers could come in to do work, it might be something to check into.

Comm. Drew also announced today is Mr. Moody’s Birthday.

 

 

 

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 10:13 AM.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                             BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY, FL

 

 

____________________________________                                    ____________________________________

Clerk of Court, Danny J. Shipp                                                 Chairperson, Nancy Bell