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REGULAR MEETING

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

MARCH 17, 2015

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on March 17, 2015 at 9:00 A.M. in the Levy County Board of County Commissioners meeting room with the following Commissioners present:

 

Chairman John Meeks

Comm. Rock Meeks

Comm. Danny Stevens

Comm. Lilly Rooks

 

Also present were:

 

Clerk of Court – Danny J. Shipp

County Attorney – Anne Bast Brown
County Coordinator – Fred Moody

 

Chairman John Meeks called the Meeting to order at 9:00 A.M.  Comm. Rock Meeks gave the invocation, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance led by Comm. Stevens.

 

 

EXPENDITURES

 

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

 

CHECK NUMBER	119031-119196
FUND	AMOUNT
GENERAL REVENUE	113,443.78
ROAD	134,677.91
SHIP	15,000.00
PAL LIBRARY	21,090.45
TRANSPORTATION	36,535.69
COURT FACILITIES	22.00
PROGRESS ENERGY	478.36
EMS	18,637.42
FIRE	7,773.96
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT	1,615.47
UTILITIES	1,643.30
ADD COURT COSTS	607.26
LANDFILL	73,521.50
TOTAL	$    425,047.10

 

 

MINUTES

 

The minutes for the Regular Board meeting held on February 17, 2015 were presented for Board approval.

 

Comm. Rock Meeks made a motion to approve the minutes for the Regular Board meeting held on February 17, 2015 as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

PUBLIC COMMENTS

 

Mrs. Gaither spoke to the Board regarding the Care for Retired Law Enforcement K-9’s Bill, HB 711-SB 1016.  This bill will give law enforcement police K-9’s veterinary benefits in retirement.

 

 

 

PUBLIC HEARING

 

DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT

 

Atty. Brown administered swearing in procedures to the audience.

 

Comm. John Meeks asked if any of the Board members had any ex-parte communication with any of the petitioners.   Comm. Rock Meeks stated he had ex-parte communication with the two (2) petitioners for Hardship Variances.

 

Bill Hammond, Director

1. Hardship Variance 01-15: Gail Raven petitioning the Board for a Hardship Variance to allow a second dwelling in order to care for her mother.

 

Mr. Hammond requested Board approval of Hardship Variance 01-15 for petitioner Gail Raven to allow a second dwelling in order to care for her mother.

 

Comm. John Meeks asked if there was anyone in the audience wishing to speak for or against the Hardship Variance as presented.  There were none.

 

Comm. Rock Meeks made a motion to approve Hardship Variance 01-15 as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Rooks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Hardship Variance 02-15: Timothy Pederson, petitioning the Board for a Hardship Variance to allow a second dwelling in order to care for his parents.

 

Mr. Hammond requested Board approval of Hardship Variance 02-15 for petitioner Timothy Pedersen, to allow a second dwelling in order to care for his parents.

 

Comm. John Meeks asked if there was anyone in the audience wishing to speak for or against the Hardship Variance as presented.  There were none.

 

Comm. Rock Meeks made a motion to approve Hardship Variance 02-15 as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Rooks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Final Plat 01-15: Steve McMillen of McSurveying representing Jessica Maass-Hudson, petitioning the Board for a Final Plat of “Flint Rock Estates” a residential subdivision consisting of one 12 acre lot.

 

Mr. Hammond requested Board approval of Final Plat 01-15: Steve McMillen of McSurveying representing Jessica Maass-Hudson, petitioning the Board for a Final Plat of “Flint Rock Estates” a residential subdivision consisting of one 12 acre lot.

 

Comm. John Meeks asked if there was anyone in the audience wishing to speak for or against the Hardship Variance as presented.  There were none.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve Final Plat 01-15 as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Rooks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Toni Collins asked what the filing fee is for a Hardship Variance.

 

Mr. Hammond answered the filing fee for a Hardship Variance is $150.

 

 

NATURE COAST BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

 

David Pieklik, Executive Director

Progress Report for February-March, 2015.

 

Mr. Pieklik gave a Progress Report for February-March to the Board and provided project updates.

 

 

 

 

 

LEVY COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE

 

Mike West, 911 Addressing

Request approval and signature on the Rural County Grant application for E911 System Maintenance 2015-2016.

 

Mr. West requested Board approval and the Chairman’s signature on the Rural County Grant application in the amount of $42,959.48.  This Rural County Grant will cover yearly costs on the PSAP equipment and software and no matching funds are required.

 

Comm. Rooks made a motion to approve with the Chairman’s signature, the Rural County Grant application for E911 System Maintenance as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

LYNN E. SLAUGHTER

 

1. Request to consider having a Civilian Board to review Sheriff’s Office.

 

Ms. Slaughter spoke to the Board and requested they consider having a Civilian Board review the Sheriff’s Office and provided information for them to review concerning issues she has with the Sheriff’s Department.  Ms. Slaughter requested the Board review the information so she may come back at the next meeting and discuss it further.

1. Request Road Department to pave King Ranchettes.

 

Ms. Slaughter requested the Board allow the Road Department to use the road paving equipment which is currently near King Ranchettes to pave a road within the subdivision.

 

 

DEPARTMENT REPORTS

COUNTY COORDINATOR

 

Fred Moody

1. Announce Suwannee River Water Management District award of the Local Government RIVER Cost-Share Program.

 

Mr. Moody announced the Suwannee River Water Management District award of the Local Government RIVER Cost-Share Program for the University Oaks Water System Improvement project.  The total project cost will be $156,390 of which the District will pay $151,390 leaving $5,000 as the cost share amount for Levy County to pay.

 

1. Discuss and direction for a proposed Water Conservation Ordinance.

 

Mr. Moody requested direction for a proposed Water Conservation Ordinance which had been drafted by Atty. Brown as required by the Suwannee River Water Management District in order to receive the Local Government RIVER Cost-Share Program funding.

 

Atty. Brown addressed points within the Ordinance to the Board.

 

The Board directed Mr. Moody to contact Steven Minnis regarding a date in which he could attend a Workshop to discuss this matter.

 

 

CORRESPONDENCE

 

Satori Days

1. On behalf of the Levy County Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board, request approval to appoint Barney Cannon, Jr. to serve as a representative in the 60+ Category. -TABLED –

 

1. Request approval to adopt Proclamation 2015-10 recognizing April, 2015 as “Water Conservation Month”.

 

Ms. Days requested Board approval of Proclamation 2015-10 recognizing April, 2015 as “Water Conservation Month”.

Comm. Rooks made a motion to adopt Proclamation 2015-10 as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Rock Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

5. On Behalf of the Yankeetown-Inglis Woman’s Club, request approval to adopt Proclamation 2015-07 recognizing the Yankeetown-Inglis Woman’s Club 50^th Jubilee on March 29, 2015.

 

Ms. Days requested on behalf of the Yankeetown-Inglis Woman’s Club, Board approval to adopt Proclamation 2015-07 recognizing the Yankeetown-Inglis Woman’s Club 50^th Jubilee on March 29, 2015.

 

Comm. Rooks made a motion to adopt Proclamation 2015-07 as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Rock Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Lynn Tate stated there will be an open house on March 29^th from 1:00 P.M. to 4:00 P.M. and it is open to the public.

 

 

DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT

 

Bill Hammond, Director

Flood Insurance Rate Map update.

 

Mr. Hammond spoke to the Board regarding the Flood Insurance Rate Map update.

 

 

PUBLIC SAFETY

 

David Knowles, Director

1. Request approval and authorization for Mr. Moody to sign any necessary forms for the Department to participate in the Florida Fire Chief’s Association Cadet Program.

 

Chief Knowles requested Board authorization for Mr. Moody to sign any necessary forms for the Department to participate in the Florida Fire Chief’s Association Cadet Program.  The Cadet Program will promote youth involvement in our community and assist with recruitment of local individuals.

 

Comm. Rock Meeks made a motion to authorize Mr. Moody to sign any necessary forms for the Department to participate in the Florida Fire Chief’s Association Cadet Program as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request approval for the Fiscal Year 2014-2015 first quarter write-off’s.

 

Chief Knowles requested Board approval for the Fiscal Year 2014-2015 first quarter write-off’s in the amount of $305,185.45.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the Fiscal Year 2014-2015 first quarter write-off’s as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Rock Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.  Comm. Rooks votes NO.

 

1. Quarterly Report presentation.

 

Chief Knowles presented the Quarterly Report for the Department of Public Safety to the Board.

 

Comm. Rooks requested Chief Knowles to show the response times for each individual station as well as the cost of repairs.

 

Chief Knowles stated he would provide this information in the next Quarterly Report.

 

 

COUNTY ATTORNEY

 

Anne Bast Brown

Discuss and direction regarding Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission consideration of changes to Captive Wildlife Rules.

 

Atty. Brown discussed and requested direction from the Board regarding the Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission’s consideration of changes to Captive Wildlife Rules.

Comm. Rooks stated she would like to know the work which had been done in the past regarding the Captive Wildlife Rules would stay in effect.

 

Comm. John Meeks stated the next meeting on Captive Wildlife Rule review will be on March 30^th at the Ocala Hilton from 4:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M.

 

 

PUBLIC COMMENTS

 

Mr. Gaither thanked Comm. Stevens for attending his birthday party held over the weekend.

 

 

COMMISSIONER’S REPORTS

 

Mr. Moody recognized Chris Sajak, Government Affairs Program Manager for the Southwest Florida Water Management District.  Mr. Sajak spoke to the Board stating he has been in contact with Steve Minnis regarding adoption of a Resolution for Levy county to follow one set of rules as Levy county is divided between two water management districts.

 

Comm. Stevens asked if the Board wished to write a letter in support of the WRPC.

 

Comm. John Meeks stated he will be attending a meeting this Thursday of the WRPC in order to gain an understanding of what is going on with the possibility of it being dissolving as Levy County greatly benefits from the work of the Commission.

 

Comm. Stevens stated he would like to also attend this meeting to find out what they are planning to do before sending a letter.

 

Comm. Rock Meeks stated the Suwannee River Fair is going on at this time and invited anyone interested to attend the sale on Wednesday.

There will be youth baseball games taking place on Saturday in Chiefland at Strickland Park for anyone interested.

 

Comm. Rooks reported the pet adoption event held Saturday in Chiefland was a success.  Comm. Rooks stated the surgery room at Animal Services is almost completed.

 

Comm. John Meeks reported of Tourism Day he had attended with Carol McQueen in Tallahassee recently.

 

Toni Collins asked of the status of Pure Water Wilderness.

 

Comm. John Meeks stated Pure Water Wilderness is still moving forward.

 

Ron Grant invited the Commissioners to attend the next meeting of the LAPC meeting to be held at the WRPC building on April 15^th at 10:00 A.M. in Ocala.

 

Comm. John Meeks commended the Parks Department as he had recently attended a family reunion at Blue Springs Park and reported the Parks in Levy County will be open for swimming beginning April 1^st.

 

Comm. John Meeks stated he will be attending the Gulf Consortium meeting on the 25^th.

 

Comm. John Meeks reported of the Civil War re-inactment held at Kirby Farms over the past weekend.  He encouraged anyone who had not had a chance to visit Kirby Farms to do so.

 

 

NON-AGENDA ITEM

 

Comm. John Meeks requested the Board consider hearing a non-agenda item.

 

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

 

Comm. John Meeks requested the Board approve appointing Tisha Whitehurst, Grants Coordinator as the alternate representative to the Gulf Coast Consortium in place of Mr. Moody.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the position of Grants Coordinator as the alternate representative for Levy county to the Gulf Coast Consortium as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Rock Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

The meeting recessed at 10:46 A.M.

The meeting reconvened at 10:57 A.M.

 

 

TAX ORDINANCE WORKSHOP

 

David Pieklik spoke to the Board giving a tax exemption follow up.  He thanked Ms. Neely and Frank Rose for their help in compiling the information which was provided to the Board.

 

Sheila Watson, City Clerk with the City of Fanning Springs spoke regarding Fanning Springs being situated between two counties.  She asked if Mr. Pieklik would be willing to come to a City Council meeting to answer questions.  Mr. Pieklik stated he would be glad to attend.

 

Shenley Neely and Atty. Brown spoke.

 

After discussion, Atty. Brown stated she had enough information to prepare a final version of the Ordinance.

 

The Board agreed to hold a Public Hearing at 1:00 P.M. after the next regular meeting on April 7^th.

 

Reminder:  RESTORE Act Meeting Tuesday, March 17, 2015 at 3:00 P.M. at the Levy County Courthouse in Commissioners Meeting Room.

 

 

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 11:26 A.M.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                                BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY, FL

 

________________________________________                    ________________________________________

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

 

 

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REGULAR MEETING

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

APRIL 7, 2015

 

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on April 7, 2015 at 9:00 A.M. in the Levy County Board of County Commissioners meeting room with the following Commissioners present:

 

Chairman John Meeks

Comm. Rock Meeks

Comm. Danny Stevens

Comm. Lilly Rooks

Comm. Mike Joyner

 

Also present were:

 

County Attorney – Anne Bast Brown
County Coordinator – Fred Moody

 

Chairman John Meeks called the Meeting to order at 9:00 A.M.  Comm. Rock Meeks gave the invocation, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.

 

EXPENDITURES

 

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

 

CHECK NUMBER	119197-119388
FUND	AMOUNT
GENERAL REVENUE	1,879,333.39
ROAD	301,482.45
SHIP	16,850.00
PAL LIBRARY	16,430.53
TRANSPORTATION	160,849.03
911	11,845.25
COURT FACILITIES	15.00
PROGRESS ENERGY	613.23
EMS	171,512.76
FIRE	7,628.51
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT	5,493.36
UTILITIES	8,632.48
DRUG TASK FORCE	985.00
IMPACT FEES – EMS	4,987.00
LANDFILL	18,066.58
TOTAL	$ 2,604,724.57

 

 

PUBLIC HEARING

ROAD DEPARTMENT

 

Bruce Greenlee, Administrative Road Superintendent

Request approval to adopt Resolution 2015-09, a petition to vacate, abandon, and close a portion of NE 123 Terr., located in Oak Ridge Estates Subdivision, as requested by petitioner, Ellen Corbitt.

 

Mr. Greenlee requested Board approval of Resolution 2015-09, a petition to vacate, abandon, and close a portion of NE 123^rd Terrace located in Oak Ridge Estates Subdivision, as requested by petitioner, Ellen Corbitt.

 

Comm. Meeks asked if there was anyone in the audience wishing to speak for against the petition as presented.  There were none.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve Resolution 2015-09 as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Rooks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

ROAD DEPARTMENT

 

Bruce Greenlee, Administrative Road Superintendent

Request approval to present quote and approval for repair for a John Deere Grader Model #670B.

 

Mr. Greenlee stated he had received a quote for repairs on one of the John Deere Graders from Highland Tractor Company which included parts and labor in the amount of $30,133.11.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the request as presented by Mr. Greenlee to get repairs done to the motor grader.  Second was made by Comm. Rock Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

LEVY COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE

 

Sheriff Robert McCallum

Discussion of transportation costs and reimbursements for federal inmates house at the Levy County Detention Center.

 

Sheriff McCallum requested Board approval for the reimbursement of federal inmate transportation costs housed at the Levy County Detention Center.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to allow reimbursement of the Sheriff’s Department for federal inmate transportation costs as requested and going forward without budget amendments.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Sheriff McCallum announced next week will be National Tele-communicators Week and recognized Donna Capps, Communications Supervisor for the Sheriff’s Department.

 

Sheriff McCallum also announced they are weeks away from have a completely certified medical and fire dispatch staff.

 

 

LYNN SLAUGHTER

 

Follow up on requesting police (Sheriff) Civilian Review Board.

 

Ms. Slaughter referred to her previous request check the road in her neighborhood stating no one from the Road Department had been out to check anything as of yet and the equipment had been moved.

 

Ms. Slaughter requested the Board appoint a Civilian Review Board of the Sheriff’s office.

 

Comm. Joyner advises Ms. Slaughter of numerous Review Boards in Tallahassee available for such a problem, but the Board had no authority to take action on this matter.

 

Comm. John Meeks advised Ms. Slaughter the Board could take no action on her requests.

 

 

DEPARTMENT REPORTS

COUNTY COORDINATOR

 

Fred Moody

Request permission to advertise for ASSISTANT TO THE COUNTY COORDINATOR position.  Position has been vacant since April 12, 2012.

 

Mr. Moody requested Board approval to advertise for the position of Assistant to the County Coordinator as this position had been vacant since April 12, 2012.

 

Comm. John Meeks stated he would like to change the requirement of Bachelor’s Degree to “recommended or preferred”, not “required”.

 

After discussion, Comm. Joyner made a motion to give Mr. Moody permission to advertise for the position of Assistant to the County Coordinator with the change in requirement as stated by Comm. John Meeks.  Second was made by Comm. Rooks and the MOTION CARRIES.  Comm. Stevens voted NO.

Ms. Cannon asked if Comm. Stevens would give an explanation for his “NO” vote.

 

Comm. Stevens stated he did not feel it was necessary to fill the position at this time and the money for this salary could be used elsewhere.

 

 

CORRESPONDENCE

 

Karen Blackburn

9. Request approval to reappoint H. Vaughn Lee and Jeff Edison of District 1 to the Planning Commission, appointment to expire April, 2019.

 

8. Request approval to appoint David Carter of District 2 to the Board of Adjustments, appointment to expire April, 2018.

 

Mr. Moody requested on behalf of Ms. Blackburn Board approval to re-appoint Vaughn Lee and Jeff Edison of District 1 to the Planning Commission, appointment to expire April, 2019.

 

Mr. Moody also requested Board approval to appoint David Carter of District 2 to the Board of Adjustments, appointment to expire April, 2018.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve re-appointments of Vaughn Lee and Jeff Edison of District 1 to the Planning Commission and appointment of David Carter of District 2 to the Board of Adjustments as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Rock Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

PUBLIC SAFETY

 

David Knowles, Director

1. Request approval to donate one (1) surplus patient module to Gilchrist County.

 

Chief Knowles requested Board approval to donate one (1) surplus patient module to Gilchrist County for a training prop.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve donation of one (1) surplus module to Gilchrist County as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Rock Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request approval to accept a donation of a Fire Engine from Dixie County.

 

Chief Knowles requested Board approval to accept the donation of a Fire Engine from Dixie County.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to accept the donation of a Fire Engine from Dixie County as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

PUBLIC COMMENTS

 

Michael Gaither spoke of the Sheriff’s Department stating he feels they are doing a good job of protecting and serving the citizens under the current leadership.

 

Albert Reese spoke of a tribute recently done for a War Dog.  He thanked Comm. Rooks and Sheriff McCallum for their attendance of the event.

 

Sheriff McCallum recognized the new Mayor of Inglis, Drinda Merrit and Comm. Pat Tully who were in the audience.

 

 

COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS

 

Comm. Joyner reminded everyone the Levy County Fair begins this week on Thursday with opening ceremonies at 6:00 P.M.

Comm. Joyner stated the Easter Cantata at the Williston Church of God was very well done.

 

Comm. Rooks stated she attended a meeting on March 30^th in Cedar Key with FDOT regarding the bridges.  She stated she invited the DOT spokesperson Mr. Henderson to give an update to the Board.

 

Comm. Stevens invited everyone to a fundraiser golf tournament on May 2^nd at the Williston Golf and Country Club for the Levy County Prevention Coalition.

Comm. Stevens announced the Williston FFA will be having their annual fundraiser April 25^th at the Whitehurst Lodge.

 

Comm. Rock Meeks announced the Harmony Baptist Association will be hosting a fundraiser golf tournament at the Chiefland Golf and Country Club on April 25^th.

 

Comm. John Meeks invited everyone to attend the LARC Wild Hog Canoe Race coming up on April 18^th.

 

Comm. John Meeks requested Board approval of Resolution 2015-11 opposing Senate Bill 484, requesting Legislature and Governor to retain existing Florida Regional Planning Council Structure, particularly Withlacoochee Regional Planning Council.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve Resolution 2015-11 as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Rock Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Mr. Moody reminded the Commissioners of a public meeting coming up next Monday evening in Chiefland at 6:30 P.M. at the Tommy Usher Center regarding ALS.

 

The meeting recessed at 10:32 A.M.

 

The meeting reconvened at 1:07 P.M.

 

 

TAX ORDINANCE PUBLIC HEARING

 

Comm. John Meeks called the meeting back to order at 1:07 P.M.

 

Atty. Brown read the title of Ordinance 2015-01 into public record.

 

David Pieklik spoke to the Board regarding the Ordinance.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve Ordinance 2015-01 as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Rock Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 1:39 P.M.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                     BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY, FL

 

________________________________________        ________________________________________

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

 

 

REGULAR MEETING

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

MARCH 3, 2015

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on March 3, 2015 at 9:00 A.M. in the Levy County Board of County Commissioners meeting room with the following Commissioners present:

 

Chairman John Meeks

Comm. Rock Meeks

Comm. Danny Stevens

Comm. Lilly Rooks

Comm. Mike Joyner

 

Also present were:

 

County Attorney – Anne Bast Brown
County Coordinator – Fred Moody

 

Chairman John Meeks called the Meeting to order at 9:00 A.M.  Comm. Joyner gave the invocation, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance led by Comm. Stevens.

 

 

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	118895-119036
FUND	AMOUNT
GENERAL REVENUE	1,462,018.98
ROAD	38,384.28
SHIP	5,000.00
PAL LIBRARY	24,886.96
COURT TECH/CRIM PREV	10,352.76
TRANSPORTATION	6,086.96
911	11,845.25
COURT FACILITIES	1.50
PROGRESS ENERGY	244.09
EMS	36,216.11
FIRE	11,081.53
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT	4,696.95
UTILITIES	304.79
DRUG TASK FORCE	184.62
ADD COURT COSTS	3,020.98
LANDFILL	72,122.41
TOTAL	$ 1,686,448.17

 

 

MINUTES

 

The minutes for the Regular Board Meeting held on February 3, 2015 were presented for Board approval.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the minutes for the Regular Board meeting held on February 3, 2015 as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Rock Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

 

Comm. Mike Joyner

Discuss and direction for a proposed noise ordinance.

 

Comm. Joyner spoke to the Board requesting an Ordinance be adopted limiting the noise level of music played in vehicles.

 

Chief Douglas of Chiefland Police Department and Chief Strow of Williston Police Department both spoke giving information regarding the Noise Ordinances they currently have in place.

 

Members of the audience who spoke regarding this issue were:  Juanita Terrell, Dana Sheffield and Ron Grant.

 

Sheriff McCallum and Chief Sandlin of Cedar Key Police Department also spoke regarding this issue.

 

After discussion, the Board agreed by consensus to have Atty. Brown prepare an Ordinance to be voted on at a later meeting date.

 

 

LEVY COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE

 

Mike West, 911 Addressing

Request approval and Chair’s signature on the CenturyLink hardware/software upgrade contract and Scope of Work.

 

Mr. West requested Board approval and the Chairman’s signature on the CenturyLink hardware/software upgrade contract and Scope of Work.  This upgrade will refresh hardware installed in 2009 and replace Windows XP, which has passed its end of support.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve with the Chairman’s signature the CenturyLink hardware/software upgrade contract and Scope of Work as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

DEPARTMENT REPORTS

COUNTY COORDINATOR

 

Fred Moody

Request approval to donate eight (8) pews to the Resurrection Fellowship Church.

 

Mr. Moody requested Board approval to donate eight (8) pews which had been removed from the courtrooms to the Resurrection Fellowship Church.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve donation of eight (8) pews to the Resurrection Fellowship Church with the condition they be given to another church if they no longer need them.  Second was made by Comm. Rock Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Mr. Moody stated information to the Board from DOT regarding the Cedar Key bridge replacements.  A new meeting date for public input has been scheduled for Monday, March 30^th at the Cedar Key Community Center.  Open House will be from 4:30 P.M. to 6:30 P.M. and the public comment period will begin at 6:30 P.M.

 

Mr. Moody stated information had been received from the Suwannee River Water Management District regarding the project titled “University Oaks Water System Improvements” for funding consideration from the fiscal year 2015 River Cost Share Program.  The evaluation team has reviewed this application and intents to recommend this project to the District Governing Board at its regularly scheduled monthly meeting, March 10^th at 9:00 A.M. at the District Office.  Mr. Moody stated he plans to attend this meeting.  If the funding is granted, a Water Shortage Regulation Ordinance would need to be adopted.

 

 

LIBRARY

 

Lisa Brasher, Director

Request approval and authorization of the Library Director to sign for a “no match” Neflin grant in support of teen literacy.

 

Ms. Brasher requested Board approval and authorization of the Library Director to sign a “no match” Neflin grant in the amount of $10,000 in support of teen literacy.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the application for the “no match” Neflin grant with the Chairman’s signature.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Ms. Brasher also recognized Scott Lipman, Williston City Manager for the installation of bicycle racks at the Williston Library.

 

 

PARKS AND RECREATION

 

Matt Weldon, Director

Request approval and Chair’s signature for the Florida Boating Improvement Program (FBIP) Grant Agreement for the Waccasassa Bay Channel Markers.

 

Mr. Weldon requested Board approval and the Chairman’s signature on the Florida Boating Improvement Program (FBIP) Grant Agreement for the Waccasassa Bay Channel Markers in the amount of $41,250 to replace 25 channel markers.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve the Florida Boating Improvement Program (FBIP) Grant Agreement with the Chairman’s signature for the Waccasassa Bay Channel Markers as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Rock Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

PUBLIC SAFETY

 

David Knowles, Director

Request approval to transfer surplus Statewide Law Enforcement Radio System (SLERS) compatible radios to Levy County Sheriff’s Office.

 

Chief Knowles requested Board approval to transfer surplus Statewide Law Enforcement Radio System (SLERS) compatible radios to Levy County Sheriff’s Office.  These mobile and portable radios are not compatible with the new radio communications system as a result of narrowbanding requirements.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve the transfer of surplus Statewide Law Enforcement Radio System (SLERS) compatible radios to Levy County Sheriff’s Office as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

ROAD DEPARTMENT

 

Bruce Greenlee, Administrative Road Superintendent

Request approval to adopt Resolution 2015-08 to schedule a Public Hearing on Tuesday, April 7, 2015 at 9:00 A.M. for the closure of a portion of NE 123^rd Terrace, located in Oak Ridge Estates Subdivision as requested by the Petitioner, Ellen Corbitt.

 

Mr. Greenlee requested Board approval of Resolution 2015-08 scheduling a Public Hearing on Tuesday, April 7, 2015 at 9:00 A.M. for the closure of a portion of NE 123^rd Terrace, located in Oak Ridge Estates Subdivision as requested by the Petitioner, Ellen Corbitt.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve Resolution 2015-08 as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

SOLID WASTE

 

Benny Jerrels, Director

A.) Request approval and Chair’s signature for the 2014-2015 Small County Consolidated Grant Agreement for State Assistance.

 

Mr. Jerrels requested Board approval and the Chairman’s signature for the 2014-2015 Small County Consolidated Grant Agreement for State Assistance in the amount of $90,909.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the 2014-2015 Small County Consolidated Grant Agreement for State Assistance with the Chairman’s signature as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

B.) Request approval to purchase two (2) Mack Trucks through the Florida Sheriff’s Association of Counties.

 

Mr. Jerrels requested Board approval to purchase two (2) Mack trucks through the Florida Sheriff’s Association of Counties from Nextan Truck Center in Lake City by trading in two (2) Mack trucks and using the previously approved Small County Consolidated Grant for State Assistance.  The summary of the purchase is listed below:

 

Total purchase price for (2) Mack Trucks                               $242,266.00

Less:  Trade in for two (2) existing Mack Trucks                   $ -89,000.00

Less:  Small County Consolidated Grant                               $ -90,909.00

 

Total amount to be expended from budget                            $  62,357.00

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve the purchase of two (2) Mack trucks as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Rock Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

COUNTY ATTORNEY

 

Susan Haines, Legal Assistant

Request approval to adopt revised Escheated Lands Policy.

 

Mrs. Haines requested Board approval to adopt the revised Escheated Lands Policy.

 

Comm. Rooks made a motion to adopt the revised Escheated Lands Policy as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

PUBLIC COMMENTS

 

Ron Grant questioned Mr. Moody about the new podium.

 

Mr. Moody stated he will contact the Maintenance Department about getting the podium lip repaired.

 

Dana Sheffield announced the Cross City Airport show will be on May 16^th for those interested.  There will be a car show going on at the same time and the public is invited.

 

 

COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS

 

Comm. Joyner announced Herman Allen had passed away this past week and services are being planned.  Comm. Joyner stated the Annual Greg Weldon Trail Ride Saturday on Freddie Bell’s property on the Prairie.

 

Comm. Rooks stated the meetings with the public at the Town Halls have been successful and gave the next scheduled meeting dates.  Comm. Rooks reminded everyone of the Pet Adoption event scheduled for March 7^th from 9:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M. at Tractor Supply in Chiefland.

 

Comm. Rock Meeks announced CAAA youth baseball will begin this Saturday at Strickland Park.

 

Comm. John Meeks announced the Suwannee River Fair will begin this Saturday and will end on the 18^th with the sale.  Comm. John Meeks stated the FFA Food Fest held this past weekend was successful.

 

The meeting recessed at 10:56 A.M.

 

The meeting reconvened at 11:00 A.M.

 

 

TAX ORDINANCE WORKSHOP

 

Comm. John Meeks spoke

 

David Pieklik, Executive Director of the Nature Coast Business Development Council presented background information regarding the Tax Ordinance.

 

Members from the audience who spoke were:

 

Scott Lipman, City of Williston

Randy Rutter, Levy County Property Appraiser’s Office

Doug King

Sally Collins

Carol McQueen

Renate Cannon

 

Atty. Brown presented a draft Ordinance for the Board’s review.  She stated they would need to define what the county would require in the Ordinance and what they do not want.  This Ordinance can be made effective for up to ten (10) years from the referendum which would be November, 2024.

 

It was agreed by the Board to schedule a Tax Ordinance Workshop following the regular Board Meeting on March 17^th to further discuss this topic.

 

 

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 12:17 P.M.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                     BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY, FL

 

________________________________________                    ________________________________________

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

REGULAR MEETING

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

FEBRUARY 17, 2015

 

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on February 17, 2014 at 9:00 A.M. in the Levy County Board of County Commissioners meeting room with the following Commissioners present:

 

Chairman John Meeks

Comm. Rock Meeks

Comm. Danny Stevens

Comm. Lilly Rooks

Comm. Mike Joyner

 

Also present were:

 

Danny J. Shipp – Clerk of Court

County Attorney – Anne Bast Brown

County Coordinator – Fred Moody

 

Chairman John Meeks called the Meeting to order at 9:00 A.M.  Comm. Rock Meeks gave the invocation, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance led by Comm. Stevens.

 

 

EXPENDITURES

 

CHECK NUMBER	118736-118894
FUND	AMOUNT
GENERAL REVENUE	108,925.51
ROAD	936,067.34
SHIP	26,812.50
PAL LIBRARY	2,376.70
TRANSPORTATION	1,615.03
COURT FACILITIES	15.00
PROGRESS ENERGY	718.36
EMS	45,179.29
FIRE	74,228.04
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT	1,727.59
UTILITIES	2,675.61
ADD COURT COSTS	607.26
IMPACT FEES – EMS	1,617.37
DEBT SERVICE	53,423.75
CAPITAL PROJECTS	527.50
LANDFILL	22,803.94
TOTAL	$ 1,279,320.79

 

 

MINUTES

 

The minutes for the regular Board meeting held on January 6, 2015 were presented for approval.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the minutes for the regular Board meeting held on January 6, 2015 with changes.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

PUBLIC COMMENTS

 

Ron Grant spoke to the Board expressing his concerns of the approval and cost of the work done to the Commission meeting room without a vote.

 

Comm. John Meeks and Mr. Moody answered questions and responded to Mr. Grants concerns.

Mr. Moody stated he had given the authorization to get the work done due to unforeseen change orders which needed approval in order for construction to continue.

 

 

FLORIDA FOREST SERVICE

 

Rick Dolan, Forestry Center Manager

Presenting a check for revenue generated on Goethe State Forest.

 

Mr. Dolan presented a check in the amount of $50,137.76 to the Board which reflects the distribution of the Goethe State Forest receipts for the fiscal year 2013-2014.

 

Comm. Joyner acknowledged Ben Beauchamp for his work with the organization and execution of the controlled burns done by the Florida Forest Service.

 

 

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

 

David Knowles, Director

Presenting Appreciation Award to Regional General Hospital of Williston.

 

Chief Knowles presented an Appreciation Award to Regional General Hospital of Williston accepted by Dr. Devaiah Pagidipati.  Regional General Hospital of Williston had assisted in providing lodging accommodations for the Advanced Life Support (ALS) Competition Teams while participating in competitions out of town in January, 2015.

 

 

LEVY COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE

 

Mike West, 911 Addressing

Request approval for electronic acceptance of the GEM Smart 911 Services Agreement.

 

Mr. West requested Board approval for electronic acceptance of the GEM Smart 911 Services Agreement.  This GEM Smart 911 Services Agreement with the third party vendor TeleCommunication Systems, Inc. (TCS) allows them to receive text to 911, transfer those texts to other agencies, as well as retrieve past text conversations.

Comm. Joyner made a motion to allow electronic acceptance of the GEM Smart 911 Services Agreement as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

SUPERVISOR OF ELECTIONS

 

Tammy Jones, Supervisor of Elections

Request approval and Chairman’s signature for matching funds for the Federal Election Activities grant.  This matching money has already been pre-approved and is in the Supervisor of Elections 2014-2015 budget.

 

Mrs. Jones requested Board approval and the Chairman’s signature for matching funds for the Federal Election Activities grant.  The federal election activities funds are used for voter education.  Mrs. Jones stated the State provides $6,297.65 if the county matches 15% which is $944.65.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve the Chairman’s signature for matching funds for the Federal Election Activities grant as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

DEPARTMENT REPORTS

COUNTY COORDINATOR

 

Fred Moody

1. Request approval to award the George T. Lewis Airport Base Bid Runway 5-23 Improvement Plan to the lowest bidder.

 

Mr. Moody requested Board approval of the George T. Lewis Airport Base Bid Runway 5-23 Improvement Plan to HL Pruitt in the amount of $622,887, which was the only bid received.  Mr. Moody also requested the approval for the Chairman to sign the Contract Agreement.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the bid as presented to HL Pruitt and approval for the Chairman to sign the Contract Agreement as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Rooks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request approval of annual assessment programs maintenance agreements for EMS, Fire Protection, Road Maintenance, and Solid Waste.

 

Mr. Moody requested Board approval of annual assessment programs maintenance agreements for EMS, Fire Protection, Road Maintenance, and Solid Waste by utilizing Government Services Group, Inc. for provision of rate consultant services.  The fee for services is as follows:

 

Fire Protection                        $10,000

Road Maintenance                  $  8,000

Solid Waste                             $  7,500

EMS                                        $10,000

Total                                        $35,000

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the annual assessment programs maintenance agreements as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Update on Grants Coordinator position.

 

Mr. Moody gave an update to the Board regarding the Grants Coordinator position.  He reported there were seven (7) applicants and one has been selected.  Tisha Whitehurst, who currently works in the Parks and Mosquito Control department has been awarded the position with an annual salary of $32,500 and will begin February 23rd unless a replacement is hired for her current position sooner.  Office space is being made in the same building as the Mosquito Control office and Tourist Development office.

 

1. Request approval to award the Legal and Official Advertising bid to lowest bidder.

 

Mr. Moody requested the Board award the Legal and Official Advertising bid to the lowest bidder, Levy County Publishing, Inc.  The bids received were as follows:

 

Florida Newspaper, LLC d/b/a Chiefland Citizen

Price per line first publication                         $  .09

Price per line each subsequent publication      $  .0765

Price per inch first publication                        $1.97

Price per inch each subsequent publication     $1.6745

 

 

 

Levy County Publishing, Inc. (Levy County Journal)

Price per line first publication                         $  .06

Price per line each subsequent publication      $  .051

Price per inch first publication                        $1.50

Price per inch each subsequent publication     $1.275

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to award the Legal and Official Advertising bid to the lowest bidder, Levy County Publishing, Inc. (Levy County Journal).  Second was made by Comm. Rooks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request approval of a tax ordinance workshop.

 

Mr. Moody requested Board approval of a Tax Ordinance Workshop regarding the business tax abatement voted on in the General Election in November.

 

After discussion, it was agreed by consensus of the Board to hold a Tax Ordinance Workshop after the Regular Board Meeting on March 3^rd beginning at 11:00 A.M.

 

1. Request approval to declare Transit bus surplus for auction purposes.

 

Mr. Moody requested on behalf of Connie Conley Board approval to declare a 29 passenger Transit bus surplus for auction purposes.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to declare the Transit bus surplus for auction purposes as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Rock Meeks and the MOTIN CARRIES.

 

1. Request Board consideration for approval and chair’s signature on the Regions Commercial Card Agreement. Also seeking the Board’s authority for Fred Moody, to sign the Commercial Card Agreement Set up Form, the Revenue Sharing Schedule, and any other documents required to be signed by the County at closing.

 

Mr. Moody requested Board approval and the Chairman’s signature on the Regions Commercial Card Agreement.  Mr. Moody also requested Board approval to sign the Commercial Card Agreement Set up Form, the Revenue Sharing Schedule, and any other documents required to be signed by the County at Closing.  By using the Regions Commercial Card, the County will be able to pay ongoing bills and eligible for cash rewards.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve with the Chairman’s signature the Regions Commercial Agreement as well as authorizing Mr. Moody to sign the Commercial Card Agreement Set up Form, the Revenue Sharing Schedule, and any other documents required to be signed by the County at Closing.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

NON-AGENDA ITEM

EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT

 

Comm. Meeks requested the Board hear a non-agenda item concerning Emergency Management.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to hear a Non-Agenda Item.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Mark Johnson requested Board approval to contract with a company for a one-day Table-Top Exercise for the 2015 Hurricane Season.  The two (2) bids received were from:

 

Disaster Resistant Communities Group, LLC            $  4,500

AMEC, Inc., Environment & Infrastructure              $10,500

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to award a contract for a one-day Table-Top Exercise to Disaster Resistant Communities Group, LLC, the lowest bid.  Second was made by Comm. Rock Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

PLANNING

 

Shenley Neely, Planning Director

2. Request approval of a Deferred Payment Loan Agreement for Mary McCann, PA #527 in the amount of $12,012.50 for an existing unit in Bronson, FL.

 

Ms. Neely requested Board approval of a Deferred Payment Loan Agreement for Mary McCann, PA #527 in the amount of $12,012.50 for an existing unit in Bronson, FL.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the Deferred Payment Loan Agreement for Mary McCann, PA #527 as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Rock Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

NON-AGENDA ITEM

ANIMAL SERVICES

 

Comm. Rock Meeks made a motion to hear a non-agenda item regarding Animal Services.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Mr. Weatherford requested Board approval to waive adoption fees for dogs and cats for the Adoption Event coming up this Saturday, March 7^th.  The event will be held at the Tractor Supply store in Chiefland.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to waive the adoption fees for animal adoptions at the event as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

PUBLIC SAFETY

 

David Knowles, Director

Request approval and Chairman’s signature on the Technical Service Support Agreement between Physio Control and Levy County for $16,938.00.

 

Chief Knowles requested Board approval and Chairman’s signature on the Technical Service Support Agreement between Physio Control and Levy County for $16,938.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve with the Chairman’s signature the Technical Service Support Agreement as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request approval to submit applications for the 2015 DOH 90/10 EMS Matching Grant.

 

Chief Knowles requested Board approval to submit applications for the 2015 DOH 90/10 EMS Matching Grant as listed below:

 

11 Stretcher Auto Load Systems        $33,260.70

Simulation Training Equipment          $12.549.00

4 LUCAS Compression Devices        $  8,692.80

5 Portable Ventilators                           $  4,270.00

Total                                                        $58,772.50

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve applications for the 2015 DOH 90/10 EMS Matching Grant as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request to ratify radio purchases due to the narrowbanding requirements.

 

Chief Knowles requested Board ratification of radio purchases due to the narrowbanding requirements.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to ratify the radio purchases as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

ROAD DEPARTMENT

 

Bruce Greenlee, Administrative Road Superintendent

Request approval to purchase a John Deere 744K II Loader for $280,697.00.

 

Mr. Greenlee requested Board approval to purchase a John Deere 744K II Loader in the amount of $280,697.00 by utilizing the State of Florida Contract.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the purchase of a John Deere 744K II Loader from Highland Tractor Company utilizing the State of Florida Contract as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Rock Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

PUBLIC COMMENTS

 

Mrs. Gaither requested signage to be placed on or around the recycle trailer at Manatee Jiffy indicating what not to dump in the trailer.

 

Mr. Moody stated Code Enforcement can place signs advising the public what is acceptable to be dumped in the trailers.

 

Anthony Senna also spoke about the garbage dumping and questioned if this could be monitored.

 

Dana Sheffield spoke to the Board and announced there will be an Expo along with an Air Show and Car Show at the Cross City Airport on May 16^th if anyone would be interested.

 

 

COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS

 

Comm. John Meeks requested the re-appointment of  the following to the RESTORE Act Advisory Committee:  David Pieklik, Economic Development Representative; Bruce Wilson, Tourism Industry Representative; Citizen Representatives Jolie Davis, Jack Schofield, and Dr. Richard B. Streeter.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to re-appoint the committee representatives as stated above.  Second was made by Comm. Rock Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Comm. John Meeks stated there is a Tommy Dunsford Memorial fundraiser planned for this Sunday.  Bar-B-Q dinners will be for sale at the Am-Vets Post 88.  Funds raised will be used for the Wreaths Across America program.

 

Comm. Rock Meeks announced the CAAA Baseball Bash is this Saturday beginning at 9:00 A.M. at Strickland Park in Chiefland.

 

Comm. Joyner asked Mr. Moody to send a letter of appreciation to the Sheriff’s Department regarding the volunteer work done by the Citizens on Patrol with the controlled-burns done recently in keeping the roadways safe.

The Board agreed by consensus to have a letter of appreciation sent by Mr. Moody to the Sheriff’s Department on behalf of the Board.

 

Comm. Joyner reminded everyone of the upcoming Suwannee River Fair which runs from the first week in March until the sale date of March 18^th.

 

Comm. Rooks stated she was in Cedar Key yesterday and will be in Inglis on Wednesday, to meet with the public to discuss any issues they may want to speak with her about.  Comm. Rooks stated the other Town meeting times and dates.

 

Comm. Rooks requested a letter to be sent by the Board in support for the Town of Otter Creek Water System.

 

Randy Caldwell, Town Councilman for Town of Otter Creek spoke to the Board regarding the Town of Otter Creek requesting financial assistance from the State for a Water System.

 

Comm. Rooks made a motion to approve a letter to be prepared and sent to Tallahassee in support of the Town of Otter Creek Water System.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 10:30 A.M.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                                    BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY, FL

 

______________________________________                            ______________________________________

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

 

REGULAR MEETING

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

FEBRUARY 3, 2015

 

 

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on February 3, 2014 at 9:00 A.M. in the Levy County Board of County Commissioners meeting room with the following Commissioners present:

 

Chairman John Meeks

Comm. Rock Meeks

Comm. Danny Stevens

Comm. Lilly Rooks

Comm. Mike Joyner

 

Also present were:

 

County Attorney – Anne Bast Brown

County Coordinator – Fred Moody

 

Chairman John Meeks called the Meeting to order at 9:00 A.M.  Comm. Rock Meeks gave the invocation, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance led by Comm. Stevens.

 

EXPENDITURES

 

CHECK NUMBER	118580-118735
FUND	AMOUNT
GENERAL REVENUE	1,405,509.10
ROAD	91,375.82
SHIP	3,665.00
PAL LIBRARY	4,900.30
TRANSPORTATION	21,618.56
911	11,845.25
COURT FACILITIES	4,774.00
PROGRESS ENERGY	239.22
EMS	41,896.92
FIRE	147,450.75
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT	3,060.32
UTILITIES	4,354.26
DRUG TASK FORCE	3,267.77
ADD COURT COSTS	1,742.64
IMPACT FEES – EMS	13,623.11
CAPITAL PROJECTS	13,137.48
LANDFILL	67,815.48
TOTAL	$ 1,840,275.98

 

MINUTES

 

The minutes for the Regular Board Meeting held on December 16, 2014 and January 20, 2015 were presented for Board approval.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the minutes for the regular Board meeting held on December 16, 2014 as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Comm. Rock Meeks made a motion to approve the minutes for the regular Board meeting held on January 20, 2015 as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

 

PUBLIC COMMENT

 

Ron Grant requested information from the Board concerning the remodeling of the County Commission meeting room.  Mr. Grant asked if this remodel was:

 

• voted on by the Board and who made the motion
• who the contractor was and were they chosen by the bid process
• total cost of the renovations

 

Comm. John Meeks answered the remodel of the Commission room was done as part of the office remodel done upstairs in the Clerk’s Office.  The contractor was Staley Construction.  Comm. Meeks stated he did not have a total cost but could get that information for Mr. Grant.  Comm. Meeks stated he would research when the improvements were approved.

 

 

LEVY COUNTY VETERANS SERVICE DEPARTMENT

 

Robert Lowyns, Director

Presenting Proclamation 2015-05 declaring Levy County as a Purple Heart County.

 

Mr. Lowyns requested Board approval of Proclamation 2015-05 declaring Levy County as a Purple Heart County.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve Proclamation 2015-05 as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Rooks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Presentation of a Purple Heart flag was made to the Commissioners by Mr. Lowyns and State Commander Richard Hunt of the Military Order of Purple Hearts for the State of Florida.

 

 

LEVY COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

 

David Knowles, Director

Presenting Appreciation Awards for Dixie Auto Salvage, LKQ, and Levy County Shop Manager, Charlie Bedford.

 

Chief Knowles presented appreciation awards to Marty Wright of LKQ and Levy County Road Department Shop Manager, Charlie Bedford.  Mr. Bedford also accepted the award on behalf of Dixie Auto Salvage.

 

 

TOWN OF INGLIS

 

Mayor Glenda Kirkland

Request approval for Levy County to give millings that have been removed from SR 40.

 

Ms. Kirkland requested the Board give the Town of Inglis the milling removed from SR 40.

Lance Trafford, Public Works Director for the Town of Inglis also spoke giving information on how many loads of milling it would take to do a single road.

 

Comm. Joyner suggested Ms. Kirkland speak with Bruce Greenlee and Fred Moody to determine how much milling could be given as there are other roads in the County in need of repair.

 

Ms. Kirkland also asked if the portion of SR 40 extending to the gulf would be paved.

 

Mr. Greenlee stated this part of the road had been approved to use Small County Outreach Program Grant money.

 

 

DEPARTMENT REPORTS

 

COUNTY COORDINATOR

 

Fred Moody

1. Discussion and direction regarding the C Street Bridge replacement in Cedar Key.

 

Mr. Moody stated be had been contacted by Jordan Green with DOT who is requesting some direction from the Board regarding the C Street Bridge replacement as they anticipate some complications with construction.  They are requesting this project be moved out until fiscal year 2019 (7/1/18-6/30/19) to allow time to analyze all aspects of this project.

 

Comm. Rooks stated some of the concerns from the local business owners with regard to staging and how this will affect businesses.  Comm. Rooks stated she is happy with the decision to postpone the C Street Bridge replacement until fiscal year 2019.

 

1. Request approval of a grant application for the University Oaks water utilities.

 

Mr. Moody requested Board approval of a grant application for the University Oaks water utilities.

 

Debby Preble of Preble-Rish, Inc. spoke to the Board stating the distribution system needs to be replaced and they are seeking grant funds to assist with this expense.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve the grant application for the University Oaks water utilities as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request approval of an amendment with the Waccasassa Channel Marker agreement.

 

Mr. Moody requested Board approval of an amendment with the Waccasassa Channel Marker agreement with Preble-Rish, Inc.  The fee for the amendment is $5,500 and would include the bid package and construction phase services.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the amendment with the Waccasassa Channel Marker agreement as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

ROAD DEPARTMENT

 

Bruce Greenlee, Administrative Road Superintendent

Request approval of Interlocal Agreement between Levy County and City of Chiefland.

 

Mr. Greenlee requested Board approval of the Interlocal Agreement between Levy County and the City of Chiefland.  This will be for a Community Development Block Grant Project for roadway improvements along CR320 between US 19/98 and CR 321.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the Interlocal Agreement between Levy County and the City of Chiefland as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

COUNTY ATTORNEY

 

Anne Bast Brown

1. Request approval to reject all bids for Legal and Official Advertising for Levy County.

 

Atty. Brown requested Board approval to reject all bids for Legal and Official Advertising for Levy County as the bidders had not complied with the requirements.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to reject all bids for Legal and Official Advertising for Levy County.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner.

 

Steve Scott, representing the Levy County Journal spoke to the Board concerning the bidding process.

 

Atty. Brown addressed concerns spoke of by Mr. Scott.

 

Andy Andrews spoke to the Board concerning the bid process.

 

After discussion by the Commissioners, Comm. John Meeks called for the vote and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request approval of the revised bid documents and direct County staff to proceed with bid process set out in revised bid documents.

 

As a result of issues with the original bid documents staff amended the bid documents to change the line ad price to a per line price based on a minimum 1.5” column width, to clarify the 85% limitation for the rates for the second and subsequent publications was a bid requirement being imposed by the County regardless of any other statutory provisions, and to reflect figures should not be rounded up in calculations of the 85% rate limitation.  Atty. Brown requested Board approval of the revised bid documents setting a new bid due date of February 12, 2015 and direct County staff to proceed with the bid process set out in the revised bid documents.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the revised bid documents and direct County staff to proceed with the bid process set out in the revised bid documents.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request approval and authorize the County Coordinator to execute engagement letter with Nabors, Giblin, and Nickerson, P.A. for lease document review and bond counsel services for funding for acquisition of Road Department equipment and to authorize the County Coordinator, County Attorney, and Road Department staff to proceed with incurrence of the debt to purchase the equipment.-TABLED-

 

 

PUBLIC COMMENTS

 

Art Maruna spoke to the Board concerning the need for re-striping of Buie Park Road in Chiefland.

 

Comm. John Meeks stated he will ask Mr. Greenlee to determine what can be done.

 

Michael Gaither asked the Board if a stray, injured animal found in Levy County will be cared for by the County Veterinarian.  Also, Mr. Gaither asked if animals adopted at the Animal Adoption events will be spayed or neutered in-house.

 

Mr. Moody answered each animal brought to Animal Services will be evaluated on a case by case basis as it is seen by the Veterinarian.

 

Comm. John Meeks answered at this it may not be possible by March, but the facilities are being made ready by the following Pet Adoption event.

 

 

COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS

 

Comm. Rooks stated she will be going to each of the Towns within the County to meet with people.  A schedule will be made available.

 

Comm. Stevens reported of a letter received from Mayor Heathcoat of the City of Williston thanking Levy County Transit and the driver for the Suwannee River League of Cities quarter gathering at Williston Crossings.

 

Comm. John Meeks announced the Superintendents Gala is coming up February 14^th and recommended contacting one of the School Board members for ticket information.

Comm. John Meeks spoke of the RESTORE Act and the progress being made with regard to the local oyster farmers in the big bend area.

 

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 10:32 A.M.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                             BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY, FL

 

___________________________________                          ______________________________________

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

 

 

REGULAR MEETING

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

JANUARY 6, 2015

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on January 6, 2014 at 9:00 A.M. in the Levy County Board of County Commissioners meeting room with the following Commissioners present:

 

Chairman John Meeks

Comm. Rock Meeks

Comm. Danny Stevens

Comm. Lilly Rooks

Comm. Mike Joyner

 Also present were:

 Clerk of Court – Danny J. Shipp

County Attorney – Anne Bast Brown

County Administrator – Fred Moody

 

Chairman John Meeks called the Meeting to order at 9:00 A.M.  Comm. Rock Meeks gave the invocation, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance led by Comm. Stevens.

 

EXPENDITURES

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

 

CHECK NUMBER	118240-118429
FUND	AMOUNT
GENERAL REVENUE	2,366,763.48
ROAD	111,200.22
SHIP	20,300.00
PAL LIBRARY	18,641.42
TRANSPORTATION	1,610.86
911	11,845.25
COURT FACILITIES	1,188.96
PROGRESS ENERGY	351.07
EMS	39,504.22
FIRE	41,814.64
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT	1,179.53
CDBG	2,853.75
UTILITIES	417.25
DRUG TASK FORCE	7,156.96
COMMUNICATION	15,923.34
ADD COURT COSTS	607.26
IMPACT FEES – EMS	12,275.00
CAPITAL PROJECTS	1,475.07
LANDFILL	4,904.17
TOTAL	$ 2,660,012.45

 

 

NON-AGENDA ITEM

 

Comm. John Meeks stated there was a non-agenda item he had been made aware of and asked for a motion for it to be heard.

 

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

Chief Knowles informed the Board of Governor Rick Scott’s decision last week to proclaim the week of January 5-9 as First Responder Week for the State of Florida.  Chief Knowles and Sheriff McCallum requested Board approval of Proclamation 2015-04 recognizing the week of January 5-9 as Levy County First Responders Week and read the Proclamation into public record.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve Proclamation 2015-04 as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Rooks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

PUBLIC COMMENTS

 

Juanita Terrell spoke to the Board regarding taxation and equitable distribution.

 

 

CLERK OF COURT

 

Danny Shipp

Request approval to donate Dell computers to Vision Christian Academy.

 

Mr. Shipp stated he had received a letter from Vision Christian Academy requesting the donation of any surplus computers Levy County may have.  In the past, surplus computers have been donated to non-profit organizations and Mr. Shipp requested Board approval to donate surplus computers which the County has to Vision Christian Academy.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve the donation of surplus computers to Vision Christian Academy as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Rock Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

LEVY COUNTY PROPERTY APPRAISER

 

Osborn Barker

Discussion and direction to speak with the Florida Legislature to increase the $500.00 exemption for the widow/widowers, the blind and non-veteran disability to a $5,000.00 exemption.

 

Mr. Barker spoke to the Board requesting direction to speak with and encourage the Florida Legislature to increase the $500.00 exemption for the widow/widowers, the blind and non-veteran disability to a $5,000 exemption.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion for a letter of support to be sent from the Board to the Property Appraiser’s Association in support of increasing the exemption as explained by Mr. Barker.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

MICHAEL AND KAY GAITHER

 

Request  approval for Proclamation 2015-01 proclaiming the  month of January, 2015 in  recognition of  Honey, “The Wonder Dog” for her services as a medical service dog.
Judge Browning requested on behalf of Michael and Kay Gaither Board approval of Proclamation 2015-01 proclaiming the month of January, 2015 in recognition of Honey “The Wonder Dog” for her services as a medical service dog.  Judge Browning then read the Proclamation into public record.

 

Comm. Rooks made a motion to approve Proclamation 2015-01 as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

TONI C. COLLINS

 

Request a motion to propose and adopt a county ordinance to enforce the removal of political campaign advertisements.

 

Mrs. Collins requested action by the Board regarding the adoption of a County Ordinance to enforce the removal of political campaign advertisements.

 

Bill Hammond, Development Department Director stated there is an Ordinance directing those running for political office when to start placing signs and when to remove them.

 

Comments were made by Mrs. Gaither, Terry Witt and Sally Collins from the audience.

 

Mr. Moody stated a memo would be sent from the Board Office to the County Departments requesting employees to pick up any political signs left on the county right-of-ways from elections past while traveling throughout the county and dispose of them at the Landfill.

 

 

DEPARTMENT REPORTS

 

COUNTY COORDINATOR

 

Fred Moody

A.) Request approval for the funding agreement between Levy County and Meridian Behavioral Healthcare, Inc. for 2014-2015.

 

Mr. Moody requested Board approval for the funding agreement between Levy County and Meridian Behavioral Healthcare, Inc. for 2014-2015 providing its portion of the local match in the amount of $75,000.00 to be released in quarterly payments in the amount of $18,750.00 upon the receipt of an invoice due on the first day of each quarter.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve the Agreement between Levy County and Meridian Behavioral Healthcare, Inc. as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Rooks and the MOTION CARRIES.

B.) Request approval for Resolution 2015-02 authorizing execution of closing documents by the County Coordinator and authorizing acceptance and directing the recordation of a deed transferring from the Robert B. Bishop Trust and the Ottis and Macey Beauchamp Family Trust, grantors, to Levy County, grantee.

Mr. Moody requested Board approval of Resolution 2015-02 authorizing execution of closing documents by the County Coordinator and authorizing acceptance and directing the recordation of a deed transferring from the Robert B. Bishop Trust and the Ottis and Macey Beauchamp Family Trust, grantors, to Levy County, grantee.  The property is to be used for Manatee Utilities.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve Resolution 2015-02 as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

C.) Request approval for Resolution 2015-03 for grant assistance for improvements and upgrades to the Levy County Courthouse and deliver a copy of the Resolution to the Office of the Governor and to the Levy County State Legislative Delegation.

Mr. Moody requested Board approval of Resolution 2015-03 for grant assistance for improvements and upgrades to the Levy County Courthouse and to deliver a copy of the Resolution to the Office of the Governor and to the Levy County State Legislative Delegation.  The improvements involve bringing the Courthouse into compliance with ADA requirements.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve Resolution 2015-03 as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Comments were made by Renate Cannon and Ron Grant from the audience.

D.) Request permission to amend qualifications for Grants Coordinator position.

Mr. Moody requested Board approval to amend the qualifications for the Grants Coordinator position.  The change requested is to add “preferred” to the requirement of graduation from an accredited four-year (4) college or university with a degree in public relations, political science, business or related field, and to then re-open the process for another five (5) to ten (10) business days.

Comm. Joyner made a motion to amend the qualification change for the Grants Coordinator position as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.  Comm. Rooks votes NO.

 

EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT

 

Mark S. Johnson, Director

A.)Request approval for the State Homeland Security Grant Program Agreement.

Mr. Johnson requested Board approval for the State Homeland Grant Program Agreement stating the award amount for this Grant is $12,308 and is non-matching.

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

B.) Request approval for the Community Emergency Response Team Agreement.

Mr. Johnson requested Board approval for the Community Emergency Response Team Agreement in the amount of $5,474.

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve the Community Emergency Response Team Agreement as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Rooks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

PARKS & RECREATION

 

Matt Weldon, Director

Request approval to accept the two lowest bids for one Mosquito Control truck and one Parks and Recreation truck.

 

Mr. Weldon requested Board approval of the two (2) lowest bids for one (1) Mosquito Control truck and one (1) Parks and Recreation truck.  The bids received are listed below:

 

Truck #1/Mosquito Control                   Scoggins Chevrolet                 Chiefland Ford

$23,938.21                              $22,628

 

Truck #2/Parks and Recreation           Scoggins Chevrolet                 Chiefland Ford

$31,861.61                              $29,276

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve the purchase of a truck for Mosquito control from Chiefland Ford in the amount of 22,628 and a truck for Parks and Recreation in the amount of $29,276 also from Chiefland Ford, the lowest bids as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Rock Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

PLANNING

 

Shenley Neely, Planning Director

Request approval of a Deferred Payment Loan Agreement for Tamicka Wallace, PA #526 for an existing unit in Williston, FL.

 

Ms. Neeley requested Board approval for a Deferred Payment Loan Agreement for Tamicka Wallace, PA #26 for an existing unit in Williston, Florida in the amount of 20,000.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the Deferred Payment Loan Agreement for Tamicka Wallace as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Rooks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

PUBLIC SAFETY

 

David Knowles, Director

A.) Request approval and chairman’s signature for a licensing agreement with EMS Technology Solutions, LLC for Operative IQ Management Software.

Chief Knowles requested Board approval and Chairman’s signature for a licensing agreement with EMS Technology Solutions, LLC for Operative IQ Management Software.  This program will provide accountability for all inventory including consumable medications, large assets and departmental assets.

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve the licensing agreement with EMS Technology Solutions, LLC with the Chairman’s signature as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Rock Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

B.) Request approval of fiscal year 2013-2014 fourth quarter write-off’s.

Chief Knowles requested Board approval of fiscal year 2013-2014 fourth quarter write-off’s in the amount of $250,608.20.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the fiscal year 2013-2014 fourth quarter write-off’s as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

COUNTY ATTORNEY

 

Anne Bast Brown

Request to ratify the bid documents for Legal and Official Advertising for Levy County and direct staff to continue with bid process outlined in the bid documents.

 

Atty. Brown requested ratification by the Board for bid documents for Legal and Official Advertising for Levy County and direct staff to continue with the bid process outlined in the bid documents.  Atty. Brown stated the Tax Deed Notices were included in the bid documents.

 

Steve Scott representing the Levy County Journal spoke to the Board.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to ratify the bid documents for legal and official advertising for Levy County and to direct staff to continue with the bid process outlined in the bid documents.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.  The votes were as follows:

 

Yes                                          No

Comm. Stevens                       Comm. Rooks

Comm. Joyner                         Comm. Rock Meeks

Comm. John Meeks

 

 

PUBLIC COMMENTS

 

Barbara Snow spoke to the Board regarding a bill which will be filed soon providing an amount toward veterinary care for police and law enforcement k-9’s in retirement and hoped the Board would be in support of this bill once passed.

 

Mr. Moody advised Ms. Snow how to go about speaking at the next Legislative Delegation meeting coming up next week.

 

 

COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS

 

Comm. John Meeks stated per an e-mail he had received, the attorney for the Florida Wildlife Commission is reviewing the Grant Agreement for the repair of the Waccasassa Bay channel markers.

Comm. John Meeks stated the next Legislative Delegation meeting will be on Wednesday, January 14^th at 9:30 A.M. in Bronson at the Dogan Cobb Municipal Building.

 

Comm. John Meeks asked if any of the Commissioners wished to speak regarding the election of Board appointments and Department Committees for 2015 as they had been assigned.

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve the appointment of Commissioners as assigned.  Second was made by Comm. Rooks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

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

 

ATTEST:                                                                                 BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY, FL

 

___________________________________                          ______________________________________

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

 

REGULAR MEETING

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

JANUARY 20, 2015

 

 

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on January 20, 2014 at 9:00 A.M. in the Levy County Board of County Commissioners meeting room with the following Commissioners present:

 

Chairman John Meeks

Comm. Rock Meeks

Comm. Danny Stevens

Comm. Lilly Rooks

Comm. Mike Joyner

 

Also present were:

 

Danny J. Shipp – Clerk of Court

County Attorney – Anne Bast Brown

County Administrator – Fred Moody

 

Chairman John Meeks called the Meeting to order at 9:00 A.M.  Comm. Rock Meeks gave the invocation, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance led by Comm. Stevens.

 

 

EXPENDITURES

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

 

CHECK NUMBER	118430-118579
FUND	AMOUNT
GENERAL REVENUE	78,404.70
ROAD	202,360.01
SHIP	18,875.00
PAL LIBRARY	6,306.18
TRANSPORTATION	1,574.24
COURT FACILITIES	1,997.13
PROGRESS ENERGY	2,104.75
EMS	53,277.45
FIRE	54,339.70
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT	14,820.08
UTILITIES	2,608.07
ADD COURT COSTS	607.26
CAPITAL PROJECTS	4,353.56
LANDFILL	6,888.74
TOTAL	$    448,516.87

 

 

MINUTES

 

The minutes from the Regular Board Meeting held on December 2, 2014 were presented for Board approval.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the minutes for the Regular Board Meeting held on December 2, 2014 as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

PUBLIC COMMENTS

 

Mrs. Gaither questioned the Board regarding the advertising rates for delinquent tax notices.

 

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

 

David Knowles, Director

Presenting Appreciation Awards for Dixie Auto Salvage, LKQ, and Levy County Shop Manager, Charlie Bedford.    – TABLED –

 

 

COUNTY AGENT

 

Albert Fuller, Director

1. Request approval for a purchase order giving permission to use funds designated for a different equipment item to replace a boat motor.

 

Mr. Fuller requested Board approval to use funds designated for a storage building at the extension office for the purchase of a new boat motor to replace an existing motor which has become financially unfeasible to repair.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve the use of funds designated for the purchase of a storage building at the extension office to be used for the purchase of a new boat motor as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request approval for a quote for a boat motor.

 

Mr. Fuller requested Board approval to purchase a boat motor from Suwannee Shores Marina in the amount of $4,700 per the quote received.  The motor will be used on the pontoon boat used for marine education purposes as a second backup motor.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve the purchase of a Mercury 40 hp boat motor from Suwannee Shores Marina in the amount of $4,700 as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Rock Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

NATURE COAST BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL

 

David Pieklik, Director

October-December progress report.

 

Mr. Pieklik gave a progress report for the Nature Coast Business Development Council for the quarter of October-December, 2014.

 

 

FLORIDA DEPT. OF AGRICULTURE AND CONSUMER SERVICES

 

Marlon Clements, Bureau Chief

Request approval for a permanent (year round) office space at the Levy County Agricultural Extension Office.

 

Barry Gaffney spoke on behalf of Marlon Clements requesting Board approval for a permanent (year round) office space at the Levy County Agricultural Extension Office.  He stated there is a need to have a permanent office space due to the requirements of the Food Safety Modernization Act and the number of audits they are required to do in this area.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services using the office space they had been occupying at the Ag. Center on a permanent basis pending contract/lease documents to be approved by Atty. Brown.  Second was made by Comm. Rooks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

DEPARTMENT REPORTS

LEVY COUNTY TRANSIT

 

Connie Conley, General Manager

5. Request approval of a Service Agreement with Suwannee River Economic Council for transportation for the period of January 1, 2015 through December 31, 2015.

 

Mrs. Conley requested Board approval of a Service Agreement with Suwannee River Economic Council for transportation for the period of January 1, 2015 through December 31, 2015 in the amount of $12,474.70.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the Service Agreement with Suwannee River Economic Council as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Renate Cannon and Sallie Collins spoke regarding this item.

 

1. Request approval to purchase Stretcher Equipped Bus from the fully executed grant agreement for the Shirley Conroy Rural Area Capital Assistance Program Grant, (RCAP Grant) in the amount of $79,400.00 to be reimbursed at 100%.

 

Mrs. Conley requested Board approval to purchase a stretcher equipped bus from the fully executed grant agreement for the Shirley Conroy Rural Area Capital Assistance Program Grant (RCAP Grant) in the amount of $79,400, to be reimbursed at 100%.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the purchase of a stretcher equipped bus from the fully executed grant agreement for the Shirley Conroy Rural Area Capital Assistance Program Grant (RCAP Grant) as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

LIBRARY

 

Lisa Brasher, Director

Request approval to accept a donation of 19 children’s computers from a Florida State Library program.

 

Ms. Brasher requested Board approval to accept a donation of 19 children’s computers provided by the State Library and AWE Learning.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to accept the donation of 19 children’s computers as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Rock Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

ROAD DEPARTMENT

 

Bruce Greenlee, Administrative Road Superintendent

Request approval of Resolution 2015-06 authorizing the execution and recording of a county deed to transfer county interest in property (borrow pit #9) to the State of Florida Department of Transportation for State Road purposes to construct or improve State Road 55 (US 19).

 

Mr. Greenlee requested Board approval of Resolution 2015-06 authorizing the execution and recording of a county deed to transfer county interest in property (borrow pit #9) to the State of Florida Department of Transportation for State Road purposes.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve Resolution 2015-06 as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

PUBLIC COMMENTS

 

Sallie Collins asked about the paving of a road in Steeplechase Farms, 114^th.  She asked if this road was going to be paved in 2015 and if there was a way to look up the list of roads to be paved on the Board’s website.

 

Comm. Meeks advised Ms. Collins she could contact the Road Department Office for this information.

 

 

COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS

 

Comm. Rooks thanked the Chairman for a job well done with the Legislative Delegation meeting held recently.

 

Comm. Stevens thanked Chief Knowles and Chief Bloom for the vehicle provided for the parade Saturday.

 

Comm. Rock Meeks reported of the education classes he had recently attended for new Commissioners.

 

Comm. John Meeks spoke of the Legislative Delegation meeting and how Levy County as well as many other small counties will be paying more of the Medicare cost-share.  Levy County’s portion will increase to 18% by 2018.

 

Mr. Moody commended Mrs. Conley on her efforts at the Legislative Delegation meeting regarding the Medicaid funding for the Transit Department.  He also spoke of the Oystermen meetings held recently.

 

Dana Sheffield asked about the County’s portion which they will be required to pay for Medicare cost-share.

 

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 9:48 A.M.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                             BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY, FL

 

___________________________________                          ______________________________________

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