REGULAR MEETING

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

DECEMBER 3, 2013

 

 

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on December 3, 2013 at 9:00 AM in the Levy County Board of County Commissioners meeting room, with the following Commissioners present:

 

Chairman Ryan Bell

Comm. John Meeks

Comm. Mike Joyner

Comm. Danny Stevens

Comm. Chad Johnson

            Also present were:

County Attorney – Anne Bast Brown

County Coordinator – Fred Moody

 

 

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

 

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	113705-113855
FUND	AMOUNT
GENERAL REVENUE	990,967.47
ROAD	101,209.72
PAL LIBRARY	5,909.86
TRANSPORTATION	50,253.71
911	11,082.25
COURT FACILITIES	1,504.00
PROGRESS ENERGY	383.40
EMS	36,627.51
FIRE	15,433.32
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT	1,497.01
CDBG	152.00
UTILITIES	1,638.87
CAPITAL PROJECTS	26,304.08
LANDFILL	19,228.46
TOTAL	$ 1,262,191.66

 

 

MINUTES

 

The minutes for the Regular Board Meeting held on October 22, 2013 were presented for Board approval.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve the minutes for the Regular Board Meeting held on October 22, 2013 as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

PUBLIC COMMENTS

 

Linda Fugate, Levy County Tax Collector spoke to the Board informing them of the opportunity and her plans to purchase an existing building in Williston for $130,000.  This building will house the Williston Branch Tax Collector’s Office.  Upon purchase of the property, the Tax Collector will transfer the property to the Board.

 

 

PUBLIC HEARING

 

Shenley Neely, Planning Director

Petition SSA 13-01:  Request to change the land use designation on 9.9 acres on parcel 09656-000-00 (Blue Grotto Property LLC) from the Urban Low Density Residential (LDR) to Commercial (C).

 

Ms. Neely requested Board approval of Petition SSA 13-01, a request to change the land use designation on 9.9 acres on parcel 09656-000-00 (Blue Grotto Property LLC) from the Urban Low Density Residential (LDR) to Commercial (C).

 

Dave Myler, Managing Member and Owner of Blue Grotto Property, LLC spoke to the Board stating although the total property is 14.08 acres, the reason for requesting a land use designation change on 9.9 acres is so it will quality for a small land use change.

 

Comm. Bell asked if there were any members of the audience wishing to speak for or against the Petition as presented.  There were none.

 

Clay Sweger, a Planner with Eng, Denman & Associates, Inc. spoke to the Board stating the change of land use designation to the property eliminates the possibility of there ever being a water bottling plant on this property.

 

Atty. Brown informed the Board Ordinance 2013-04 is the Ordinance approving the Petition and needs to be stated in the motion.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve Petition SSA 13-01 by Ordinance 2013-04 as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.  Comm. Stevens voted NO.

 

 

JORDAN AND ASSOCIATES

 

Ronald Vanzant, President

Update report on status of the County’s Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program.

 

Mr. Vanzant gave an update on the County’s two (2) outstanding CDBG projects; the Tarafa project and the Hammock project.  Mr. Vanzant replaces Mr. Winter as the Representative for Levy County’s CDBG Program.

 

 

PLANNING

 

Shenley Neely, Planning Director

Request Board approval and authorize Chair to sign Agreement between Levy County and GSE Engineering, Inc.  The purpose of the Scope of Services and Agreement is to provide supplemental geotechnical site evaluation services related to a failing septic tank drain field of a single family residential property that has been qualified and has received rehabilitation construction under the County’s Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG).

 

Ms. Neely requested Board approval and Chairman’s signature on the Agreement between Levy County and GSE Engineering, Inc.  The Agreement is to allow evaluation services regarding the septic tank drain field on the Tarafa Project.

 

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve and authorize the Chairman to sign the Agreement between Levy County and GSE Engineering, Inc. as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

BETH GORDON

 

Discussion regarding the proposed Sabal Trail Transmission Pipeline for methane gas to be built in Levy County. – TABLED –

 

 

 

 

 

 

DEPARTMENT REPORTS

 

DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT

 

Bill Hammond, Director

Discussion on bids submitted for Development Department Software.

 

Mr. Hammod requested the Board allow line item adjustments to the Development Department budget for the purchase of software as the only qualifying bid which met the requirements is $5,000 more than was budgeted.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve the budget amendment for the Development Department as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT

 

Mark S. Johnson, Director

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

 

Mr. Johnson requested approval of the Board to accept the State Homeland Security Grant Program Agreement.  This is a non-match grant in the amount of $10,900 to be used for planning, training and exercises.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to accept the State Homeland Security Program Agreement as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

LEVY COUNTY TRANSIT

 

Connie Conley, General Manager

Request Board approval and signature for the 5311 Joint Participation Agreement in the amount of $395,844, total to be paid at 50%, $197,922.

 

Mrs. Conley requested Board approval and signature for the 5311 Joint Participation Agreement to be used for fuel and repairs.  This is a 50/50 grant and the amount to be received is $197,922.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion for approval and signature for the 5311 Joint Participation Agreement as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

PUBLIC SAFETY

 

David Knowles, Director

1. Request approval from the Board to accept a donation of a 24 x 80’ mobile home from Air Methods.

 

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval to accept the donation of a 24 x 80’ mobile home from Air Methods.  This mobile home will be used to house a seventh (7^th) EMS crew in the Fanning Springs area.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to accept the donation of a 24 x 80’ mobile home from Air Methods as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request Board approval and the Chairman’s signature on the ProCare Stryker Service Agreement.

 

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval and the Chairman’s signature on the ProCare Stryker Service Agreement which will cover parts, labor, travel and unscheduled service and product equipment checklists for the new Stryker power stretchers for seven (7) years.

 

Comm. Johnson made a motion for approval and the Chairman’s signature on the ProCare Stryker Service Agreement as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request authorization for the Director of Public Safety to electronically sign for submission of the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) application for Levy County EMS.

 

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval for the Director of Public Safety to electronically sign for submission of the Assistance to Firefighters Grant application for Levy County EMS which is a 95/5 grant.   The total amount the county would pay is $12,526.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the Director of Public Safety to electronically sign for submission of the Assistance to Firefighters Grant application for Levy County EMS as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.  Comm. Johnson votes NO.

 

1. Request authorization for the Director of Public Safety to electronically sign for submission of the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) application for Levy County Fire.

 

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval for the Director of Public Safety to electronically sign for submission of the Assistance to Firefighters Grant application for Levy County Fire, a 90/10 grant.  The total amount the county would pay is $8,894.

 

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve the Director of Public Safety to electronically sign for submission of the Assistance to Firefighters Grant application for Levy County Fire as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

COUNTY ATTORNEY

 

Anne Bast Brown

Discussion of options for termination of Agreement with Jordan and Associates for administrative services for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Housing Rehabilitation Grant awarded to the County and, if necessary, decision on termination.

 

Atty. Brown presented the options for termination of Agreement with Jordan and Associates:

 

1. Termination for convenience
2. Termination for cause

 

Both of the above listed options would require 30 day written notice.

 

The Commissioners agreed by consensus to continue moving forward with Jordan and Associates rather than termination of the Agreement at this time.

 

 

PUBLIC COMMENTS

 

Diane Garth of Morriston asked how many citizens of Levy County would be affected by the Medicaid Expansion? She stated many could benefit from this and asked if the Commissioners could do anything to make people aware of this.

 

Comm.  Bell suggested Ms. Garth provide her information to the Board office and upon research of this topic, she will be contacted.

 

Dana Sheffield questioned the availability of medical personnel at the EMS station near the Sheriff’s Department.  He stated there were ambulances parked at this location, but no one answered when he knocked on the door.

Mr. Knowles responded those stationed at this location could have been out on a call, however spare units are normally parked at this location.  Mr. Knowles encouraged Mr. Sheffield to call 911 anytime he had an emergency.

 

 

COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS

 

Comm. Joyner informed everyone of an ongoing problem of groups of individuals taking advantage of citizens by promising to do repair work to driveways or roofs.  The work, if done at all, is poor or not done properly.  He asked the newspaper representatives if information could be printed warning citizens of the dangers of possible scamming.

 

Comm. Stevens spoke of the issue on the agenda from Beth Gordon and the Sabal Trail gas pipeline.

 

Comm. Meeks reminded everyone of upcoming Christmas events:

Chiefland Christmas Festival on December 7^th with a parade at 5:00 P.M.

Sons of Amvets, Post 88 “Wreaths Across America” Ceremony at the Rosemary Hill Cemetery in Bronson at 11:00 A.M. on December 14^th

Inglis Christmas Parade on December 21^st at 5:00 P.M.

 

The North Florida Broadband will be meeting on December 11^th at 10:00 A.M. in Lake City at the City Hall.

 

Comm. Bell gave an update of the Suwannee River Water Management District.

Comm. Bell stated the Board will need to select Chairman and Vice Chairman at the next meeting as well as Committees and Board appointments.

Comm. Bell stated the Suwannee Valley Rotary Club is sponsoring the “Rack of Ribs” fundraiser in Chiefland if anyone would like to purchase bar-b-q ribs.

Comm. Bell also reported the pie auction in Cedar Key held by the Junior class was a success.

 

Comm. Stevens informed everyone of the “Light up Williston” festivities at 5:00 P.M. and parade at 6:00 P.M. on Saturday, December 7^th.

 

 

CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PRESENTATION

 

Update and ranking of Capital Improvements. –TABLED-

 

 

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 11:10 A.M.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                             BOARD OFCOUNTYCOMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY,FL

 

 

____________________________________                                    ____________________________________

Clerk of Court, Danny J. Shipp                                                                  Chairman, Ryan Bell

 

REGULAR MEETING

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

NOVEMBER 19, 2013

 

 

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on November 19, 2013 at 9:00 AM in the Levy County Board of County Commissioners meeting room, with the following Commissioners present:

 

Chairman Ryan Bell

Comm. John Meeks

Comm. Mike Joyner

Comm. Danny Stevens

Comm. Chad Johnson

            Also present were:

 

County Attorney – Anne Bast Brown

County Coordinator – Fred Moody

 

 

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

 

 

EXPENDITURES

 

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

 

CHECK NUMBER	113558-113704
FUND	AMOUNT
GENERAL REVENUE	57,551.40
ROAD	125,141.94
SHIP	35,551.63
PAL LIBRARY	12,856.33
TRANSPORTATION	1,395.00
COURT FACILITIES	4,418.00
PROGRESS ENERGY	468.51
EMS	26,355.63
FIRE	68,422.71
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT	5,733.59
CDBG	3,600.00
DRUG TASK FORCE	107.65
ADD COURT COSTS	578.34
IMPACT FEES – RD DIST IV	4,124.97
CAPITAL PROJECTS	4,348.12
LANDFILL	62,396.47
TOTAL	$    413,050.29

 

 

NON AGENDA ITEM – TOURIST DEVELOPMENT

 

Comm. Bell requested the Board hear a non-agenda item from Carol McQueen concerning the Tourist Development Department.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to hear a non-agenda item from Mrs. McQueen.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.  Comm. Johnson voted NO.

 

 

 

Mrs. McQueen stated there is a position available on the Tourist Development Council due to the resignation of City Councilman Jack Screws.  The City of Williston has passed a Resolution appointing Councilman Cal Byrd to the Tourist Development Council to replace Mr. Screws.  Mrs. McQueen requested the Board approve the appointment of Mr. Byrd to the Tourist Development Council.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve the appointment of Cal Byrd to the Tourist Development Council as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS DEPARTMENT OF FLORIDA

 

Jason Smith, Director

Presentation to Levy County Veterans Service Department for being selected the Small County Veteran Service Office for the year in the State of Florida.

 

Mr. Smith presented an award to the Levy County Veterans Service Department for being selected as the Small County Veteran Service Office for the year in the State of Florida.

 

 

FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

 

Jordan Green, P.E.

Tentative Five Year Work Program Presentation and announce the Department’s Work Program Open House at the District Office in Lake City on Thursday, December 5, 2013 from 2:00 P.M. to 6:00 P.M.

 

Greg Evans, District 2 Secretary for the Florida Department of Transportation spoke to the Board before Mr. Green and explained the area of District 2, which Levy County is a part of.

 

Jordan Green spoke to the Board explaining the tentative work program.  Mr. Green announced on Thursday, December 5^th from 2:00 P.M. to 6:00 P.M. in Lake City at the District Office there will be a Workshop and Open House to discuss some of the projects in more detail.   Mr. Green then presented the 5-year Transportation Plan to the Board for Levy County.

 

 

WITHLACOOCHEE GULF PRESERVE

 

Sally Douglass, Trustee

Request signatures on Owners and Managers form for the Withlacoochee Gulf Preserve’s application to be on the Designated Florida Paddling Trail.

 

Ms. Douglass spoke to the Board requesting signatures on the Owners form and Managers form for the Withlacoochee Gulf Preserve’s application to be on the Designated Florida Paddling Trail.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to make approve signatures on the Owners form and Managers form as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

HAVEN HOSPICE

 

Vondla Sullivan, Volunteer Coordinator

Request the approval of Proclamation 2013-54 recognizing the month of November, 2013 as “National Hospice/Palliative Care Month.”

 

Ms. Sullivan requested Board approval of Proclamation 2013-54 recognizing the month of November, 2013 as “National Hospice/Palliative Care Month.”

 

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve Proclamation 2013-54 as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

 

 

 

 

AGENCY FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES

 

Barbara Palmer, Director

Presentation regarding Agency for Persons with Disabilities services and to inquire about a county wide health fair.

 

Ms. Palmer made a presentation to the Board regarding the Agency for Persons with Disabilities and requested assistance in transporting people in Levy County with disabilities.

The Board agreed by consensus to assist with specific requests once they are brought to the Board.  Comm. Bell stated they would be willing to provide support or assistance once they have received direction as to what their role would be.

 

 

DEPARTMENT REPORTS

 

CORRESPONDENCE

 

Satori Days

1. On behalf of Mrs. Marian Palma Cardona of the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network-Central Florida Affiliate, request approval to adopt Proclamation 2013-55 recognizing the month of November, 2013 as “Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month.”

 

Ms. Days requested on behalf of Mrs. Marian Palma Cardona of the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network-Central Florida Affiliate, Board approval to adopt Proclamation 2013-55 recognizing the month of November, 2013 as “Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month.”

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve Proclamation 2013-55 as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request approval of re-appointments and appointments for the Board of Adjustments for Districts 2, 3, 4, and 5.

 

Ms. Days requested Board approval of re-appointments and appointments for the Board of Adjustments for the districts as listed below:

 

District 2 – Eugene Carter

District 3 – Andrew Carswell

District 4 – Linda J. Cramer

District 5 – Brad Etheridge

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to re-appoint the above listed Board of Adjustments members.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request approval of re-appointments for the Construction Industry Licensing Board for districts 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5.

 

Ms. Days requested Board approval of re-appointments for the Construction Industry Licensing Board for the districts as listed below:

 

District 1 – Paula Kennedy

District 2 – Jerry Orenchack

District 3 – Richard Hawthorne

District 4 – Billy Hinote

District 5 – Jared Inman

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve re-appointments for the above listed Construction Industry Licensing Board.

 

 

LEVY COUNTY TRANSIT

 

Connie Conley, General Manager

Requesting Board approval to keep the Standard Lobbying Certification form on file at FDOT when funding in excess of $100,000 is received.

Ms. Conley requested Board approval to keep the Standard Lobbying Certification form on file at FDOT when funding in excess of $100,000 is received.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve keeping the Standard Lobbying Certification form on file at FDOT as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

PLANNING

 

Shenley Neely, Planning Director

1. Recommend Board of County Commissioners to hear staff present updated report provided by Administrative Consultants Jordan and Associates on status of the County’s Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program.

 

Ms. Neely gave updated information to the Board provided by Jordan and Associates on the status of the County’s CDBG Program.

 

It was requested by the Commissioners for Ms. Neely to have all Jordan and Associates representatives attend the next meeting and Atty. Brown review the Agreement to determine what options the Board has.

 

1. Request Board approval and authorize Chair to sign agreement between Levy County and GSE Engineering, Inc.  The purpose of the Scope of Services and Agreement is to provide Supplemental Geotechnical Site Evaluation Services related to a failing septic tank drainfield of a single family residential property that has been qualified and has received rehabilitation construction under the County’s Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG). – TABLED –

 

 

COUNTY ATTORNEY

 

Anne Bast Brown

Request to authorize the County Attorney to initiate injunction action against owners and operators of 212 Club to cease a commercial use in a residential district and cease any other violations of Levy County Code.

-TABLED-

 

 

COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS

 

Comm. Meeks reported all agreements have been signed between the North Florida Broadband and Affinity.

 

Comm. Bell gave an update on the RESTORE Act.

Mr. Moody added there is a RESTORE Act Committee meeting today at 3:00 P.M. in the Board meeting room.

Comm. Bell stated the dedication of the Veterans Memorial Wall in the lobby was well attended.

 

 

The meeting recessed at 10:26 A.M.

The meeting reconvened at 10:45 A.M.

 

 

CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PRESENTATION

 

Comm. Bell stated some of the items on the list are not Capital Improvement items.  Some have already been approved or budgeted.  The purpose of the list is to give the Commissioners an idea of where they are with the budget.

 

Supervisor of Elections – not budgeted

The Board discussed the purchase of Election Equipment as had been provided by Tammy Jones.  The agreed by consensus to have Atty. Brown review the agreement and bring to the next Board meeting for approval.

 

Transit Department – not budgeted

Connie Conley spoke to the Board regarding the need for additional office space as well as additional maintenance space.

 

 

 

Automobile Purchases – budgeted items

Animal Control – 1 4 x 4 truck

County Agent – 1 4 x 4 truck

Development – 2 SUV’s

Parks/Mosquito Control – 1 4 x 4 truck

Road – 3 4 x 2 trucks

 

Development Department – not budgeted

Bill Hammond stating the greatest need for his department is a generator.  The cost of a generator the size needed would run between $25,000-$50,000.  The Development Department is also in need of more space, which would cost about $120,000, a new copy machine, which would cost about $7,500, computers and a zoning map which could cost as much as $25,000.

 

Emergency Management

Mr. Johnson requested Board approval to purchase eight (8) tablets for the County’s Damage Assessment Team with Homeland Security Grant funds in the amount of $799.99 each from Best Buy.

Mr. Johnson stated he would like to purchase Emergency Operation Center Chairs and Workstation Lighting using Duke Energy Funds.  The cost would be $12,367.37 from OEC.

Mr. Johnson requested Board approval to purchase conference tables and storage cabinets using Duke Energy Funds from Morgan Office Center in the amount of $3,442.64.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the purchases for Emergency Management as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Planning – not budgeted

Shenley Neely stated there were several items needed for the Planning Department:

Geographical Informational System (GIS) workstation; $5,000

GIS Plotter; $8,000

Building/Office space; approximately 300 sq. ft. per employee; 4 full time employees

Vehicle for SHIP Department; $20,000

 

Public Safety – budgeted items

Mr. Knowles stated the projected cost of remodeling CDPS Fire Station #2 would be $35,000 and would utilize EMS Impact Fee funds.

Mr. Knowles referred to items planned for this budget year and spoke of modification of a modular building which is being donated by the School Board and will be placed at property which can be leased at CR 336 and CR 345.  The property owner is only looking for the yearly property taxes to be paid.  This would facilitate the Otter Creek, Fowlers Bluff and Rosewood areas.  With the Board’s approval, the lease agreement can be done.  The amount of $26,300 has been budgeted for Capital Improvements for this year.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the item as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.  Comm. Johnson votes NO.

 

Other projects will include improvements to other stations such as replacing roofs.  These projects will be done over the next five (5) years.

 

Mr. Knowles stated he is planning to staff a 7^th transport unit in the Fanning Springs area.  One this can be done, he will then split the Bronson Station by placing one of their units in the Morriston area.  There is a building next to the Fire Station in Morriston which can be remodeled and used for living quarters.  The cost would be about $35,000.

After speaking to the Fire Chief in Fanning Springs they are willing to provide a space in which a double wide mobile home can be placed.  With the Board’s approval, a double wide mobile home can be acquired by a donation from Air Methods.  There will be $12,500 from the Impact Fee Funds to establish the mobile home as an EMS Station.

 

After question by Dana Sheffield of the cost for the 7^th transport, Mr. Knowles responded the total cost for the unit, including staffing, utilities, certifications and training will be $468,000.  Mr. Knowles explained what he has requested for now is to move forward with establishing the facility itself.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to allow Mr. Knowles to move forward with the Fanning Springs item as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to allow improvements to be made for living quarters at the Morriston Fire Station.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

Parks & Recreation – not budgeted

Matt Weldon spoke to the Board concerning the Waccasassa Channel Markers.  The cost to replace the markers would be around $30,000 – $40,000.

 

The Board agreed by consensus to allow Mr. Weldon to move forward with this item and obtain RFP’s.

 

Road Department – not budgeted

Mr. Moody stated he was informed by the City Manager from the City of Williston they are doing some work at the Williston Airport.  Through surveys, it was determined there were two county roads: NE 170^th Avenue and NE 20^th Street, which are partially on airport property.  The total acreage is about 5.4 acres and the FAA has placed a value of about $43,200 for the property.  Rather than buying the property from the City of Williston, Mr. Moody stated an alternative is to trade out the amount by resurfacing two nearby roads, with the approval of the Board.

 

The Board agreed by consensus for Mr. Greenlee to work on a trade-out with Williston.

 

Mr. Greenlee stated the quotes received for budgeted vehicle purchases had been received and White Ford offered the best price.

 

Mr. Greenlee stated they have been having some trouble with the trimming equipment and would rather make a purchase of a trimming tractor than the earlier planned purchases of other equipment.  The expected amount to purchase a trimming tractor would be about $100,000.

 

It was agreed by the Board to have Mr. Greenlee get prices for a trimming tractor.

 

Construction/Maintenance – not budgeted

Mr. Shipp brought to the Commissioners attention, the safety issue with the Civil Department and the lack of space on the court side of the building.

Mr. Shipp stated improvements are needed such as space, expansion, and wiring, but if it is decided by the Board to build a new facility, these improvements can wait.

 

Mr. Jones states an estimated cost to remodel the Civil Department of the Clerk’s office would be around $30,000.

Mr. Jones stated an estimated cost to replace the old windows in the building would be around $75,000.

The estimated cost to replace the back-up generator for the Courthouse and wiring for the building would be around $225,000.

Mr. Jones discussed the need for an upgrade of the freight elevator and stated the replacement cost would be $195,000.  The entrance doors for the building are in need of replacement and this estimated cost would be $10,000.

Mr. Jones recommended a stand-alone storage unit for the courthouse.  This could be built at the Landfill.  A 50 x 90 building could be constructed for a cost of $16,800.

 

The Commissioners discussed the proposed Courthouse property purchase.  The Commissioners agreed by consensus to designate $25,000 to get a site plan done for a new courthouse on the 21 acres which had previously been purchased for this purpose.

 

Ag. Department

Mr. Fuller spoke to the Board concerning the need for expansion of the conference room at the Ag. Center.

 

Automobile Purchases

The vehicles listed below have been budgeted for purchase this fiscal year:

Animal Control – 1 4 x 4 truck

County Agent – 1 4 x 4 truck

Development – 2 SUV’s

Parks/Mosquito Control – 1 4 x 4 truck

Road – 3 4 x 2 trucks

 

Sheila Rees stated to the Board some other Courthouse issues which will need to be addressed:

 

Fleet management                                 Air conditioning systems

Air conditioning systems                        Carpeting

UPS Backup                                        Water Systems (Manatee and University Oaks)

Electrical Issues                                    Lighting in the courthouse

 

The Commissioners agreed to review the issues and discuss further at the next meeting which items could be taken care of first.

 

 

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 12:41 P.M.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                             BOARD OFCOUNTYCOMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY,FL

 

 

____________________________________                                    ____________________________________

Clerk of Court, Danny J. Shipp                                                                  Chairman, Ryan Bell

 

REGULAR MEETING
LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
NOVEMBER 5, 2013
The Regular Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on November 5, 2013 at 9:00 AM in the Levy County Board of County Commissioners meeting room, with the following Commissioners present:

Chairman Ryan Bell
Comm. John Meeks
Comm. Mike Joyner
Comm. Danny Stevens
Comm. Chad Johnson

Also present were:
County Attorney – Anne Bast Brown
County Coordinator – Fred Moody
Comm. Bell called the Meeting to order at 9:02 A.M. Comm. Joyner gave the invocation, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.

EXPENDITURES

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

CHECK NUMBER 113399-113557
FUND AMOUNT
GENERAL REVENUE 1,361,872.82
ROAD 58,016.10
PAL LIBRARY 1,982.74
COURT TECH/CRIM PREV 10,126.86
TRANSPORTATION 9,160.08
911 36,667.66
COURT FACILITIES 15.00
PROGRESS ENERGY 383.40
EMS 26,546.03
FIRE 13,095.95
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT 6,388.52
CDBG 4,770.46
UTILITIES 143.81
COMMUNICATION 67.37
ADD COURT COSTS 1,967.44
CAPITAL PROJECTS 15,919.58
LANDFILL 7,165.90
TOTAL $ 1,554,289.72
MINUTES

The minutes of the Board of County Commissioners Special Meeting on October 15, 2013 were presented to the Board for approval.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the minutes for the Special Meeting held on October 15, 2013 as presented. Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

PUBLIC COMMENTS

Ivan Chubb informed everyone of the Veteran’s Day Parade coming up on November 11th in Cedar Key which will start at 11:00 A.M.
PUBLIC HEARING

Comm. Bell asked if any of the Commissioners had any ex-parte communication with the petitioners. There were none.

Atty. Brown conducted the swearing in of the audience.

Bill Hammond, Development Department Director
Petition No. Sept 1-13; requesting approval for a Special Entertainment Event Permit for the Withlacoochee River Bluegrass Festival.

Grace Romero presented on behalf of Mr. Hammond the request for Board approval of a Special Entertainment Event Permit for the Withlacoochee River Bluegrass Festival to be held on November 23, 2013 from 10:00 A.M. until 8:00 P.M.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve Sept 1-13 as presented. Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

Shenley Neely, Planning Director
Petition SSA 13-01; request to change the land use designation on 9.9 acres from the Urban Low Density Residential (LDR) to Commercial (C).

Ms. Neely requested Board approval of Petition SSA 13-01, a request to change the land use designation on 9.9 acres from Urban Low Density Residential (LDR) to Commercial (C).

The Commissioners agreed to Table this item and reschedule for the Regular Meeting on November 19th.
JORDAN AND ASSOCIATES

Jeffrey Winter, Project Manager
Presentation of monthly progress report on the county’s Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program.

Mr. Winter provided a monthly update on the county’s CDBG Program projects, including the Tarafa project.
NATURE COAST BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL

David Pieklik, Director
Progress report presentation.

Mr. Pieklik requested Board approval of the annual Agreement between Levy County and Nature Coast Business Development Council, Inc. followed by a quarterly report.

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve the Agreement as requested. Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.
SUPERVISOR OF ELECTIONS

Tammy Jones, Supervisor of Elections
Request approval for purchase of voting equipment and request approval for award of Request for Proposal to Dominion Voting.

Mrs. Jones invited everyone to attend the dedication of the Veteran’s Memorial Wall in the courthouse on November 15th at 10:00 A.M.

Mrs. Jones then requested Board approval for the purchase of voting equipment and to award the Request for Proposal to Dominion Voting. The total proposed amount is $275,225 and they will have a trade-in credit for software license credit in the amount of $34,125.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the RFP and accept Dominion Voting for the voting machines. Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

Comm. Stevens asked Mrs. Jones to speak with Mrs. Rees in finance and Atty. Brown to discuss the financial and legal details of the purchase to then bring to the Board at a Workshop. The Commissioners agreed to schedule a Capital Projects Workshop on November 19th at 1:00 P.M. and will discuss the details of this purchase further.
WITHLACOOCHEE GULF PRESERVE

Sally Douglas, Trustee
Request signatures on Owners and Managers form for the Withlacoochee Gulf Preserve’s application to be on the Designated Florida Paddling Trail. – TABLED –
DEPARTMENT REPORTS

CORRESPONDENCE

Satori Days
A. Request approval to appoint Julie Rose, Veteran Service Officer, as an alternate to the Levy County Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board in the Veteran’s Category.

Ms. Days requested Board approval to appoint Julie Rose, Veteran Service Officer, as an alternate to the Levy County Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board in the Veteran’s Category.

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve Julie Rose as alternate to the Levy County Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board as requested. Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

B. Request approval to re-appoint Phil E. Parker to the Planning Commission.

Ms. Days requested Board approval to re-appoint Phil E. Parker to the Planning Commission.

Comm. Joyner made a motion to re-appoint Phil E. Parker to the Planning Commission as requested. Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

C. Request Board direction on our continued participation with North Florida Economic Development Partnership, membership dues of $2,063.40, (requested by 12/1/2013).

Ms. Days requested Board direction on continued participation with North Florida Economic Development Partnership by paying the membership dues of $2,063.40.

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve paying the membership dues of $2,063.40 continuing participation with the North Florida Economic Development Partnership. Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.
LEVY COUNTY TRANSIT

Connie Conley, General Manager
Request approval for updated and revised Substance Abuse and Policy Zero Tolerance for Levy County Transit Employees.

Mrs. Conley requested Board approval for the updated and revised Substance Abuse Policy-Zero Tolerance for Levy County Transit employees.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the updated and revised Substance Abuse Policy-Zero Tolerance for Levy County Transit Employees. Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.
LIBRARY

Lisa Brasher, Director
A. Discuss and direction regarding the Interlocal Agreement with Chiefland.

Ms. Brasher requested Board direction and discussion regarding a revision of the Interlocal Agreement with Chiefland.

The Board agreed the current Interlocal Agreement with the City of Chiefland will not change as there has been no formal contract or agreement filed with the Board of County Commissioners.

B. Presentation concerning Putnam, Alachua, Levy (PAL) Library Co-Operative.

Ms. Brasher made a presentation to the Board concerning the Putnam, Alachua, Levy (PAL) Library Co-Operative.

PLANNING

Shenley Neely, Planning Director
Request to approve submittal to the Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) Modification Number 4 to the Subgrant Agreement between DEO and Levy County for the Grant Agreement Number 12DB-Q5-05-48-01-F 05, (Neighborhood Stabilization Program 3).

Ms. Neely requested Board approval to submit to the Department of Economic Opportunity, Modification Number 4 to the Subgrant Agreement between DEO and Levy County for the Grant Agreement Number 12DB-Q5-05-48-01-F 05 (Neighborhood Stabilization Program 3).

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve submittal to the DEO Modification Number 4 to the Subgrant Agreement as requested. Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.
PUBLIC SAFETY

David Knowles, Director
A. Request Board approval to purchase two Stryker Power Stretchers and two Stryker Stair Chairs.

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval to purchase two (2) Stryker Power Stretchers and two (2) Stryker Stair Chairs.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the purchase of two (2) Stryker Power Stretchers and two (2) Stryker Stair Chairs as requested. Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

B. Request Board approval to purchase one side door cabinet for the EMS Battalion Truck.

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval to purchase one side door cabinet for the EMS Battalion Truck from Odyssey Automotive Speciality.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the purchase of one side door cabinet for the EMS Battalion Truck as requested. Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

C. Request Board approval to purchase two ZOLL RescueNet Road Safety Units.

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval to purchase two (2) ZOLL RescueNet Road Safety Units. These units are enhanced black boxes used to provide feedback on driving performance which will be utilized to coach individuals and provide behavior modification training.

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve the purchase of two (2) ZOLL RescueNet Road Safety Units as requested. Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

D. Quarterly Report Presentation.

Mr. Knowles gave a Quarterly Report presentation to the Board.
COUNTY ATTORNEY

Anne Bast Brown
Ratify actions of County Attorney regarding comments on the U.S. Department of the Treasury draft rules implementing the RESTORE Act (“Treasury Rules”), including decision to decline to request extension of deadline and submittal of final comments.

Atty. Brown requested the Board ratify her comments submitted regarding the U.S. Department of Treasury draft rules implementing the RESTORE Act (“Treasury Rules”). She informed the Board she had decided it was not necessary request an extension of deadline.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to ratify comments submitted to the U.S. Department of Treasury from Atty. Brown regarding draft rules implementing the RESTORE Act (“Treasury Rules”). Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.
COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS

Comm. Meeks stated there is a North Florida Broadband meeting coming up next Wednesday.

Comm. Johnson thanked everyone for their participation in the Beast Feast.

Comm. Bell asked for a consensus of the Commissioners to send a letter which he provided for their review to each of the municipalities requesting their involvement on a small team tasked with considering potential partnerships and resources needed to make the communities a preferred place to start or grow a business.

The Commissioners agreed by consensus to send the letter as presented by Comm. Bell to each of the municipalities in the county.

Mr. Moody reminded the Commissioners next Wednesday from 9:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M. the Board will be leading an Executive Session for Union negations.
Mr. Moody also reminded everyone Representative Yoho will be in Chiefland tonight.
THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 10:43 A.M.

ATTEST: BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
LEVY COUNTY, FL
____________________________________

Clerk of Court: Danny J. Shipp

 

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Chairman: Ryan Bell

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

OCTOBER 22, 2013

 

 

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on October 22, 2013 at 9:00 AM in the Levy County Board of County Commissioners meeting room, with the following Commissioners present:

 

Chairman Ryan Bell

Comm. John Meeks

Comm. Mike Joyner

Comm. Danny Stevens

            Also present were:

County Attorney – Anne Bast Brown

County Coordinator – Fred Moody

 

 

Comm. Bell called the Meeting to order at 9:02 A.M.  Comm. Joyner gave the invocation, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.

 

EXPENDITURES

 

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

 

CHECK NUMBER	113246-113398
FUND	AMOUNT
GENERAL REVENUE	236,389.15
ROAD	64,963.31
SHIP	252.97
PAL LIBRARY	23,585.22
TRANSPORTATION	36,687.99
COURT FACILITIES	249.90
PROGRESS ENERGY	634.79
EMS	58,425.78
FIRE	40,038.29
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT	9,388.03
CDBG	300.00
UTILITIES	1,713.49
DRUG TASK FORCE	450.00
COMMUNICATION	3,339.35
ADD COURT COSTS	1,941.78
CAPITAL PROJECTS	14,669.50
LANDFILL	74,602.76
TOTAL	$    567,632.31

 

 

MINUTES

 

The minutes for meetings of the Board of County Commissioners as listed below were presented to the Board for approval:

 

Regular Meeting           October 8, 2013                                  Regular Meeting           September 17, 2013

Public Hearing  September 16, 2013                             Special Meeting            September 30, 2013

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the Regular Board Meeting on October 8,2013, with changes.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the Public Hearing on September 16, 2013, the Regular Meeting on September 17, 2013 and the Special Meeting on September 30, 2013 as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

PUBLIC SAFETY

 

David Knowles, Director

1. Request authorization for the Director to electronically sign for submission of the State Farm Safety Grant application.

 

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval for the Director to electronically sign for submission of the State Farm Safety Grant application in the amount of $10,779.89. Mr. Knowles stated this is a 100% grant with no match and will be used for dual vision vehicle cameras with monitoring and tracking capabilities.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve the Public Safety Director to electronically sign for submission of the State Farm Safety Grant application as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request approval to purchase two (2) new Type III Ambulance units from Emergency Tactical Rescue Vehicles in Sanford, FL, manufactured by American Emergency Vehicles.

 

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval to purchase two (2) new Type III Ambulance units from Emergency Tactical Rescue Vehicles in Sanford, FL manufactured by American Emergency Vehicles using the Florida Sheriff’s Association Contract Bid for a total of $254,762.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve the purchase of two (2) new Type III Ambulances as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Requesting approval from the Board and the Chairman’s signature on the Government Entity Tower License Agreement between Pinnacle Towers LLC, and Levy County.

 

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval and the Chairman’s signature on the Government Entity Tower License Agreement between Pinnacle Towers LLC, and Levy County.  The agreement will allow Levy County to utilize the Crowne Castle tower facility in Chiefland.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve the Chairman’s signature on the Government Entity Tower License Agreement as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

PUBLIC COMMENTS

 

Ivan Chubb announced the 4^th Annual Veterans Day Parade will be in Cedar Key November 11^th at 11:00 A.M.  Parade line-up will start at 10:00 A.M.

 

 

UNITED STATES WAR DOG ASSOCIATION

 

Barbara Snow, Director

Recognition to honor “Honey” the Wonder Dog.  She is a medical service dog assigned to Michael Gaither.

 

Mrs. Snow made a presentation to the Board honoring all Hero dogs who help keep us safe, secure, free and provide assistance to Veterans with Post Traumatic Stress and to especially honor “Honey” who has received two (2) National awards.

 

Mrs. Snow also informed the Board a Volunteer Program is being implemented in schools to educate children about service dogs.

 

VETERAN OF FOREIGN WARS POST #5625

 

Mike Grimes, Commander

Request the approval of Proclamation 2013-53 recognizing Veterans Appreciation Week, November 10-16, 2013.

 

Mrs. Haines spoke to the Board on behalf of Mr. Grimes and requested approval of Proclamation 2013-53, recognizing Veterans Appreciation Week, November 10-16, 2013.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve Proclamation 2013-53 as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Mrs. Haines stated the VFW Post #5625 and its Auxiliaries asks all Levy County citizens to remember all our veterans who have bravely served our country and those men and women currently on active duty in service to our country.

 

 

LEVY COUNTY TAX COLLECTOR

 

Linda Fugate, Tax Collector

Request to retain $125,000 of Operating Expenses.

 

Mrs. Fugate requested Board approval to retain $125,000 of Operating Expenses until fees start to come in from yearly taxes.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the Tax Collector’s office to retain $125,000 of Operating Expenses as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

TOWN OF BRONSON

 

Kelli Brettel, Clerk

Request approval for three (3) Easements for the Town of Bronson’s commercial sewer expansion project.  Parcel numbers, 0329-00-000, 03304-00-000, 06568-00-000.

 

Ms. Brettel requested Board approval for three (3) Easements for the Town of Bronson’s commercial sewer expansion project.  The Town of Bronson has been given a USDA loan in the amount of $2.8 million for this project.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve the three (3) Easements for the Town of Bronson as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN AND FAMILIES

 

David Abramowitz, Northeast Regional Managing Director

Presentation regarding the closing of the DCF lobby in Chiefland effective March, 2014.

 

Mr. Abramowitz spoke to the Board informing them of the closing of the Florida Department of Children & Families’ walk-in lobby in Chiefland effective March, 2014.  DCF has established an ACCESS Community Partner network which is available to facilitate individual’s application for ACCESS benefits.  There will still be walk-in sites providing public computer.  The sites will be at churches, Workforce Connection and other facilities with volunteers available to assist individuals with applications.

 

 

FOREST PARK III PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC.

 

David Marshall, Vice President

Request to obtain road signs for private roads maintained by Forest Park III POA, Inc.

 

Mr. Marshall spoke to the Board on behalf of Forest Park, III Property Owners Association, Inc. requesting assistance with the cost of new road signs for the community.  They would also like to change the speed limit from 35 mph to 25 mph in the subdivision for safety.

 

Mr. Greenlee provided a quote for the cost of signs made by the Road Department in the amount of $1,619.55.

 

The Board agreed by consensus to provide signs for Forest Park III POA, Inc. at the county’s cost.

 

 

DEPARTMENT REPORTS

 

COUNTY COORDINATOR

 

Fred Moody

Update and direction on Aqui Property.

 

Mr. Moody provided an update to the Board on the Aqui property and to request direction regarding the possibility of purchasing the property.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to proceed with the acquisition of the Aqui property.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens upon the condition of all information regarding the purchase of the property undergo review of Atty. Brown.  The MOTION CARRIES.

 

Mr. Moody reminded everyone the Legislative Delegation will be next Tuesday, October 29^th at 9:00 A.M. at the Dogan Cobb Municipal Building in Bronson.

 

 

CORRESPONDENCE

 

Satori Days

1. Request approval to appoint Eileen Senecal to the WellFlorida Council in the consumer category to represent Levy County.

 

Ms. Days requested Board approval to appoint Eileen Senecal to the WellFlorida Council in the consumer category to represent Levy County.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to appoint Eileen Senecal to the WellFlorida Council as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. On behalf of Catholic Charities Gainesville, requesting Board approval to sign a Certification of Local Government approval for Nonprofit Organizations regarding an Emergency Shelter Grant through the Department of Children and Families. – TABLED –

 

 

ROAD DEPARTMENT

 

Bruce Greenlee, Administrative Road Superintendent

Request permission to purchase three (3) trucks for the Road Department. – TABLED –

 

 

TOURIST DEVELOPMENT

 

Carol McQueen, Director

Request approval for Amendment to the agreement with Heliconia Press to produce a Kayak Fishing TV Show in Yankeetown that was passed on September 3, 2013.  Amendment will extend the production time for the TV Kayak Fishing Show to be produced.

 

Mrs. McQueen requested Board approval for Amendment to the Agreement with Heliconia Press to produce a Kayak Fishing TV Show in Yankeetown.  The Amendment will change the production date and distribution of the two (2) episodes.  Production of the two (2) episodes will take place between November 1, 2013 and May 31, 2014.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve the Amendment to the Agreement with Heleconia Press as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

 

COUNTY ATTORNEY

 

Anne Bast Brown

1. Request approval of Resolution 2013-51 certifying that the County meets the criteria for reduction of Department of Environmental Protection and Water Management District fees.

 

Atty. Brown requested Board approval of Resolution 2013-51 allowing the reduction of permit processing fees with the Water Management Districts and the Department of Environmental Protection.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve Resolution 2013-51 as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Discussion and decision on Resolution 2013-52, establishing an agenda and public participation policy for meetings of the Board of County Commissioners.

 

Atty. Brown requested discussion by the Board and a decision on Resolution 2013-52, establishing an agenda and public participation policy for meetings of the Board of County Commissioners.

 

Comm. Stevens stated he would like to change the wording on Page 2, item number 6 from “the Chair of the Board having the final authority to determine the appropriate Board meeting agenda on which to place any proposed item” to read “the County Coordinator will have the final authority to determine the appropriate Board meeting agenda on which to place any proposed agenda item.  The other change is on Page 7, item s) adding the wording “or a majority of the Board” after “The Chair or Vice-Chair”.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve Resolution 2013-52 with the revisions as stated.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Discussion and direction regarding settlement of outstanding jail liens when presented to County Attorney.

 

Atty. Brown requested discussion and direction from the Board regarding settlement of outstanding jail liens when presented to County Attorney.

 

After discussion, Comm. Meeks made a motion to authorize Atty. Brown to bring no settlement offers for jail liens to the Board and to direct all requests for settlement of outstanding jail liens to the Board office for review before being placed on an agenda to present their request to the Board.  If approved by the Board, Atty. Brown would then prepare necessary documents to be recorded.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Discussion and decision regarding comments on the U.S. Department of the Treasury draft rules implementing the RESTORE Act (“Treasury Rules”) including authorizing County Attorney to submit a request for an extension to the deadline for comments on the Treasury rules and, if necessary, to submit comments based on comments from other counties and the Gulf Consortium.

 

Atty. Brown requested discussion ad a decision regarding comments on the U.S. Department of the Treasury draft rules implementing the RESTORE Act.  Atty. Brown also requested Board authorization for her to request an extension to the deadline for comments on the Treasury rules and, if necessary, to submit comments based on comments from other counties and the Gulf Consortium.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to grant authorization as requested by Atty. Brown.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS

 

Comm. Joyner reminded everyone of the three (3) events taking place this Saturday:

1. LARC – Ride to Provide Event
2. Morriston Baptist Church – Feed the Community Event
3. Levy County Education Foundation – Beast Feast

 

Comm. Meeks reported the private business partner, Affinity accepted the North Florida Broadband contract.  Comm. Meeks also reported the BHS Homecoming parade will be at 6:00 P.M. on Thursday.  He invited everyone to come to the Homecoming football game on Friday night.

 

Comm. Bell

1. Request appointment for a Value Adjustment Board alternate member from the Levy County Board of County Commissioners.

 

Comm. Bell requested the appointment of one of the Commissioners to serve as an alternate member to the Value Adjustment Board.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to appoint Comm. Meeks as an alternate member to the Value Adjustment Board for the Board of County Commissioners.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Comm. Bell stated there is a VAB meeting scheduled for Wednesday, October 23, 2013 at 8:30 A.M.

 

1. Request the approval for the Value Adjustment Board Business Representative selected by the School Board of Levy County.

 

Comm. Bell requested Board approval of Natalie Thomas, the Business Representative selected by the School Board of Levy County.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve Natalie Thomas to the Value Adjustment Board as Business Representative.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Comm. Bell reminded the Commissioners the special presentation on Sunshine Laws, Public Records and Ethics Issues start at 1:00 P.M. today and will be presented by Atty. Brown.

 

 

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 11:12 A.M.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                             BOARD OFCOUNTYCOMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY,FL

 

 

____________________________________                                    ____________________________________

Clerk of Court, Danny J. Shipp                                                                 Chairman, Ryan Bell

 

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

OCTOBER 8, 2013

 

 

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on October 8, 2013 at 9:00 AM in the Levy County Board of County Commissioners meeting room, with the following Commissioners present:

 

Chairman Ryan Bell

Comm. John Meeks

Comm. Mike Joyner

Comm. Danny Stevens

Comm. Chad Johnson

            Also present were:

County Attorney – Anne Bast Brown

County Coordinator – Fred Moody

Clerk of Court – Danny J. Shipp

 

 

Comm. Bell called the Meeting to order at 9:01 A.M.  Comm. Joyner 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. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

CHECK NUMBER	113155-113245
FUND	AMOUNT
GENERAL REVENUE	1,582,906.78
ROAD	68,568.33
TRANSPORTATION	8,174.30
911	11,082.25
COURT FACILITIES	125.00
EMS	8,518.50
FIRE	443.35
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT	480.56
UTILITIES	328.08
LANDFILL	54.70
TOTAL	$  1,680,681.85

 

 

MINUTES

 

The minutes for the Regular Meeting held on September 3, 2013 and the Public Hearing held on September 11, 2013 were presented to the Board for approval.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve the minutes for the Regular Meeting held on September 3, 2013 with corrections as stated, and the Public Hearing held on September 11, 2013 as presented.  Second was made by Comm.

 

 

PUBLIC HEARING

DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT

 

Atty. Brown administered the swearing in of audience members wishing to speak for or against any of the petitions being presented.

 

Comm. Bell asked if any of the Commissioners had any ex-parte communication regarding the petitions being presented.

Comm. Stevens[1] and Comm. Meeks[2] both had ex-parte communication regarding item B.

 

Comm. Bell[3], Comm. Joyner[4], Comm. Stevens, Comm. Meeks, and Comm. Johnson[5] all had ex-parte communication regarding item C.

 

Bill Hammond, Director

1. Petition FP 3-13:  FP 3-13 Croft Land Surveying representing Jerry/Linda Orenchek, petitioning the Board a Final Plat of “Oak Manor Estates, Replat of Lots 9 and 10”, a residential subdivision located in Section 2, Township 11S, in Levy County.  Said parcel contains 13.78 acres more or less.  This plat will consist of 2 residential lots.  The zoning designation is “A/RR” Agriculture/Rural Residential.

 

Mr. Hammond presented and requested Board approval of Petition FP 3-13: Croft Land Surveying representing Jerry/Linda Orenchek for a Final Plat of “Oak Manor Estates, Replat of Lots 9 and 10”.

 

Comm. Bell asked if anyone in the audience would like to speak for or against Petition FP 3-13.  There were none.

 

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve Petition FP 3-13 as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Petition SE 1-13:  CHW, Inc. representing Grady and Audrey Dean and Wilbur and Candace Dean, petitioning the Board for a Special Exception to allow a 350’ Radio Broadcasting Tower for a Christian Radio Station, on a parcel of land located in the SE ¼ of the SE ¼ of Section 13 and the E ½ of Section 24, Township 12S, Range 16E, in Levy County.  Said parcel contains 266.62 acres more or less.  This parcel is located in an “FRR” Forestry/Rural Residential zone.

 

Mr. Hammond presented and requested Board approval of Petition SE 1-13:  CHW, Inc. representing Grady and Audrey Dean and Wilbur and Candace Dean for a Special Exception to allow a 350’ Radio Broadcasting Tower for a Christian Station on a parcel of land as stated in the description above.

 

Comm. Bell asked if anyone in the audience would like to speak for or against Petition SE 1-13.

 

Craig Frazier of CHW, Inc. spoke to the Board stating they are in agreement with the conditions proposed by staff.

 

Pastor Ted Mayer of Calgary Chapel in Gainesville, stated he was happy to have a Christian radio station in the Bronson area.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve Petition SE 1-13 with the exceptions as set forth by staff.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Petition SE 2-13:  SE 2-13 Frank A. Marino, Jr. petitioning the Board for a Special Exception to allow On-Premise Sales and Consumption of Alcohol in a Chartered or Incorporated Private Country Club or Lodge (also known as Scooter Haven Country Club, Inc.), on a parcel of land located in the SW ¼ of the NW ¼ of Section 34, Township 16S, Range 16E, in Levy County.  Said parcel contains 45.04 acres more or less.

 

Mr. Hammond presented and requested Board approval of Petition SE 2-13: Frank A. Marino, Jr. petitioning the Board for a Special Exception to allow on-premise sales and consumption of alcohol in a chartered or incorporated private country club or lodge (also known as Scooter Haven Country Club, Inc.).

 

Comm. Bell asked if anyone in the audience would like to speak for or against Petition SE 2-13.

 

Those who spoke are listed below:

 

For                                          Against

Frank Marino, Jr.                             Carl Roof, Sr.

Tina Bracewell                                Carl Roof, Jr.

Jesse Bracewell                             Catherine Roof

Mitch Gerardi                                    Pam Willis

Robert Rohr

Linda Kirkland

Sue Markus

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve the Order to Approve Petition SE 2-13 as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the votes were as follows:

 

Yes                                          No

Comm. Meeks                      Comm. Stevens

Comm. Bell                           Comm. Joyner

Comm. Johnson

 

The MOTION FAILS.

 

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve the Order to Deny Petition SE 2-13.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the votes were as follows:

 

Yes                                          No

Comm. Stevens                        Comm. Meeks

Comm. Joyner                          Comm. Bell

Comm. Johnson

 

The MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

JORDAN AND ASSOCIATES

 

Jeffrey Winter, Project Manager

1. Request approval of the Request for Modification #3 Package to extend the County’s CDBG Agreement by 6 months to afford the additional time necessary to complete the remaining Housing Rehabilitation Projects.

 

Mr. Winters requested Board approval of a Request for Modification #3 Package extending the County’s CDBG Agreement by 6 months.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to deny the Request for Modification #3 Package extending the County’s CDBG Agreement by 6 months.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the votes were as follows:

Yes                                          No

Comm. Meeks                         Comm. Bell

Comm. Stevens                        Comm. Johnson

Comm. Joyner

 

The Commissioners agreed to allow Jordan & Associates to if the project can be done and notify Ms. Neely by this Friday.  Ms. Neely will then let the Commissioners know if a Special Meeting is necessary.  If a Special Meeting is necessary, it will be scheduled for Tuesday, October 15^th at 9:00 A.M.

 

1. Request Board approval for the “Letter of Mutual Agreement for Termination of Contract Documents” between Wilma Jean Hammock (Owner), Donle Enterprises, Inc. (Original Contractor), and Levy County (CDBG Sub-recipient).

 

1. Request Board approval of the Recommendation of Award Package to include any applicable waiver(s) to the county’s adopted Housing Assistance Plan (HAP) and authorization to execute Contract Documents for the LC-05: Hammock Project.

 

 

Mr. Winter requested Board approval for the “Letter of Mutual Agreement for Termination of Contract Documents” between Wilma Jean Hammock, Donle Enterprises, Inc., and Levy County.  Mr. Winter also requested Board approval of the Recommendation of Award Package to include any applicable waiver(s) to the county’s adopted Housing Assistance Plan and authorization to execute Contract Documents for the LC-05: Hammock Project.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the Letter of Mutual Agreement for Termination of Contract Documents, the Recommendation of Award Package and authorization to execute Contract Documents as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

DEPARTMENT REPORTS

 

COUNTY COORDINATOR

 

Fred Moody

Request approval Supplemental Agreement 13-05 between Levy County and Passero Associates, LLC for the Runway 5-23 Pavement Rehabilitation, MIRLs, Lighted Airfield Guidance Signs, and REILs.

 

Mr. Moody requested Board approval of the Supplemental Agreement, 13-05 between Levy County and Passero Associates, LLC for the Runway 5-23 Pavement Rehabilitation, MIRLS, Lighted Airfield Guidance Signs, and REILs.  Mr. Moody explained this Agreement is part of the DOT funding for rehab of the Cedar Key Airport.  The amount of the Agreement is $82,000, which is $75,000 for design and bidding, $3,500 for topographic survey and $3,500 for geotechnical consulting.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve the Supplemental Agreement 13-05 as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

PLANNING

 

Shenley Neely, Planning Director

Recommend approval of the Levy County Service Agreement with the Withlacoochee Regional Planning Council (WRPC) for services needed through September 30, 2014.

 

Ms. Neely requested Board approval of the Levy County Service Agreement with the Withlacoochee Regional Planning Council for Planning services needed through September 30, 2014.

 

Mr. Jerrels also requested approval for the renewal of the Levy County Service Agreement for Solid Waste with the Withlacoochee Regional Planning Council for the Fiscal Year 2013-2014.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve the Service Agreement with the Withlacoochee Regional Planning Council for Fiscal Year 2013-2014 for the Planning Department and Solid Waste Department as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

SOLID WASTE

 

Benny Jerrels, Director

Request Board approval for the renewal of Levy County’s Service Agreement with the Withlacoochee Regional Planning Council for the Fiscal Year 2013-2014.

 

This item approved with the Planning Department’s request.

 

 

PUBLIC SAFETY

 

David Knowles, Director

1. Request approval from the Board and the Chairman’s signature on the amended License Agreement between American Towers, LLC, and Levy County Board of County Commissioners.

 

 

 

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval and Chairman’s signature on the amended License Agreement between American Towers, LLC, and the Levy County Board of County Commissioners.  Amendments to the agreement include the effective date and an Exhibit A Form which shows equipment specifications and requirements.  The agreement will allow Levy County to utilize the Gulf Hammock tower facility.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve the amended License Agreement between American Towers, LLC and the Levy County BOCC and Chairman’s signature.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request approval from the Board and the Chairman’s signature on the Government Entity Tower License Agreement between Pinnacle Towers, and Levy County. – TABLED –

 

 

COUNTY ATTORNEY

 

Anne Bast Brown

Request approval of Agreement with Tetra Tech, Inc. for Engineering and Related Services for RESTORE Act.

 

Atty. Brown stated after the next Board Meeting on October 22^nd at 1:00 P.M. she will be conducting a seminar on Sunshine Reports and Records and a general review on Ethics.

 

Atty. Brown requested Board approval of the Agreement with Tetra Tech, Inc. for Engineering and Related Services for the RESTORE Act.  The services pursuant to the Agreement will be based on a work order basis, with no amount due unless a work order is approved and authorizes the County Coordinator to approve work orders for amounts up to $5,000.

 

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve the Agreement with Tetra Tech, Inc. as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS

 

Comm. Johnson reminded everyone of the Levy County Education Foundation Beast Feast on October 26^th.  He is working with Leslie Sturmer to get clams to serve.

 

Comm. Joyner reminded everyone the Morriston Baptist Church will have a Community Fish Fry on October 26^th.  Comm. Joyner proposed a challenge to the other Commissioners to wear pink sometime this month for Breast Cancer Awareness.

 

Comm. Stevens reminded everyone of the LARC “Ride to Provide” event on October 26^th.

 

Comm. Meeks stated there is a North Florida Broadband meeting tomorrow at 4:00 P.M. in Lake City which he will be attending.

 

Mr. Moody stated there is a Legislative Delegation meeting on October 29^th at 9:30 A.M. at the Dogan Cobb Municipal Building in Bronson.

 

 

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 11:07 A.M.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                             BOARD OFCOUNTYCOMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY,FL

 

 

____________________________________                                    ____________________________________

Clerk of Court, Danny J. Shipp                                                                  Chairman, Ryan Bell

 

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REGULAR MEETING

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

SEPTEMBER 3, 2013

 

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on September 3, 2013 at 9:00 AM in the Levy County Board of County Commissioners meeting room, with the following Commissioners present:

 

Chairman Ryan Bell

Comm. John Meeks

Comm. Mike Joyner

Comm. Danny Stevens

Comm. Chad Johnson

            Also present were:

 

County Attorney – Anne Bast Brown

County Coordinator – Fred Moody

Clerk of Court – Danny J. Shipp

 

 

Comm. Bell called the Meeting to order at 9:00 A.M.  Osborn Barker gave the invocation, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.

 

 

EXPENDITURES

 

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

 

CHECK NUMBER	112692-112829
FUND	AMOUNT
GENERAL REVENUE	982,501.14
ROAD	122,403.46
SHIP	29,441.00
COURT TECH/CRIM PREV	403.87
TRANSPORTATION	846.82
911	14,870.61
COURT FACILITIES	10.00
PROGRESS ENERGY	383.32
EMS	27,623.37
FIRE	14,233.67
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT	346.31
CDBG	1,567.50
UTILITIES	1,537.07
IMPACT FEES – RD DIST IV	31,718.05
CAPITAL PROJECTS	3,169.00
LANDFILL	22,450.78
TOTAL	$ 1,253,505.97

 

PUBLIC HEARING

 

BUILDING & ZONING

 

Comm. Bell asked if any of the Commissioners had ex-parte communication with any of the petitioners.  There were none.

 

Atty. Brown performed swearing in of those in the audience wishing to speak for or against the petitions presented.

 

Bill Hammond, Director

1. Ha. Va. 2-13:  Michael A. Silvernell petitioning the Board for a Hardship Variance to allow a second dwelling in order for his brother to help care for him on parcel of land located in Florian Heights Unit 2, Lot 13, Section 31, Township 12 S, Range 18 E, in Levy County.  Said parcel contains 6.31 acres more or less and is located within an “RR” Rural Residential zone.  Situs Address:  13051 NE 45^th Street, Williston, FL 32696.

 

Mr. Hammond requested Board approval of Ha. Va. 2-13, a Hardship Variance applied for by Michael A. Silvernell.

 

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

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve Ha. Va. 2-13, a Hardship Variance applied for by Michael A. Silvernell as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Ha. Va. 3-13:  Alfred Romagnolo petitioning the Board to amend an existing Hardship Variance to include his wife Nancy Romagnolo.  This parcel is located in B and R Unit 5, Lot 1, Block 12, Section 32, Township 12 S, Rance 18 E, in Levy County.  Said parcel contains 3.5 acres mor3e or less and is located within an “RR” Rural Residential zone.

 

Mr. Hammond requested Board approval of Ha. Va. 3-13, amendment to an existing Hardship Variance for Alfred Romagnolo.

 

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

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve Ha. Va. 3-13, amendment to an existing Hardship Variance for Alfred Romagnolo as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Ha. Va. 4-13:  Richard and Carolyn Berryhill petitioning the Board for a Hardship Variance to allow a second dwelling in order for their son to help care for them and their disabled daughter on a parcel of land located NW ¼ of the SW ¼ less the E ½ of the NE ¼ of the NW ¼ of the SW ¼ in Section 36, Township 14 S, Range 15E, in Levy County.  Said parcel contains 35 acres more or less and is located within an “FRR” Forestry/Rural Residential zone.  Situs Address: 251 SE 74^th Place, Inglis, FL 34449.

 

Mr. Hammond requested Board approval of Ha. Va. 4-13, a Hardship Variance applied for by Richard and Carolyn Berryhill.

 

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

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve Ha. Va. 4-13, a Hardship Variance applied for by Richard and Carolyn Berryhill as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request approval of Resolution 2013-38 adopting a schedule of permit fees and service charges for permits,  reviews, and services provided by the Levy County Development Department; providing for repeal of Resolution 2007-24, Resolution 2010-04 and Resolution 2012-26; providing for repeal of conflicting fee schedules; providing an effective date.

 

 

 

Mr. Hammond requested Board approval of Resolution 2013-38, adopting a schedule of permit fees and service charges for permits, reviews, and services provided by the Levy County Development Department and the Levy County Road Department; providing for repeal of Resolution 2007-24, Resolution 2010-04 and Resolution 2012-26; providing for repeal of conflicting fee schedules and providing an effective date.

 

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve Resolution 2013-38 as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

CLERK OF COURT

 

Danny Shipp, Clerk

Request selection of new Value Adjustment Board (VAB) members.     – TABLED –

 

 

LEVY COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT

 

Barbara Locke, Administrator

Request approval of a Contract Agreement between Levy County Board of County Commissioners and the State of Florida Department of Health for operation of the Levy County Health Department Contract Year 2013-2014.

 

Ms. Locke requested Board approval of the annual Contract Agreement between Levy County Board of County Commissioners and the State of Florida Department of Health for operation of the Levy County Health Department for contract year 2013-2014.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve the annual Contract Agreement between Levy County BOCC and the State of Florida Department of Health as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

911 ADDRESSING

 

Mike West, 911 Coordinator

Request Board Chair’s signature for the CenturyLink product and services agreement.

 

Mr. West requested approval for Chairman Bell to sign the CenturyLink Product and Services Agreement.  This Agreement provides for maintenance on the PSAP equipment.  The cost for the maintenance is covered entirely by a Rural County Grant received from the State of Florida E911 Board.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve Chairman Bell to sign the CenturyLink Product and Services Agreement as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION

 

Bobbie Smith

“Proclamation for Constitution Week” presentation.

 

Mrs. Smith, representing the Gainesville Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution requested Board approval of Proclamation 2013-43, recognizing the week of September 17 through September 23, 2013 as Constitution Week.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve Proclamation 2013-43 as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

DEPARTMENT REPORTS

 

LIBRARY

 

Lisa Brasher, Director

Request approval of State Aid to Libraries Grant Agreement.

 

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

 

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve the State Aid to Libraries Grant Agreement as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

PLANNING

 

Shenley Neely, Director – TABLED –

Request to approve Annual Reports to be submitted to Florida Housing Finance Corporation.

 

 

PUBLIC SAFETY

 

David Knowles, Director

1. Request approval from the Board and the Chairman’s signature on the Occupancy Agreement between Levy County and Air Methods Corporation.

 

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval and signature of the Chairman on the Occupancy Agreement between Levy County and Air Methods Corporation.  This Agreement will allow Air Methods to operate a helicopter and medical flight crew out of the LCDPS Complex.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve and authorize the Chairman’s signature on the Occupancy Agreement between Levy County and Air Methods Corporation as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request approval to donate two (2) surplus fire engines to Lafayette County Volunteer Fire Department.

 

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval to donate two (2) surplus fire engines to Lafayette County Volunteer Fire Department.  The following are engines which can be removed from service and donated after receiving the updated equipment from Marion and Citrus Counties:

 

FT4 1989 Ford KME              FT29 1989 Ford KME

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve donation of two (2) surplus fire engines to Lafayette as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request approval to accept reimbursement funds from Workforce Connection for the recent Levy County Firefighter II graduates.

 

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval to accept reimbursement funds from Workforce Connection in the amount of $13,893.33 which covers 50% of supplies, training and transportation of the graduates for the class.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to accept reimbursement funds from Workforce Connection for the recent Levy County Firefighter II graduates.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Quarterly Report presentation.

 

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

 

 

ROAD DEPARTMENT

 

Bruce Greenlee, Administrative Road Superintendent

1. Request the approval for the reprioritized paving list.

 

Mr. Greenlee requested Board approval of the reprioritized paving list.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve the reprioritized paving list as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request approval to deed Central Florida Electric County owned right of way to place power poles.

 

Mr. Greenlee requested Board approval to deed Central Florida Electric County owned right of way to place power poles.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve deeding Central Florida Electric County owned right of way as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

TOURIST DEVELOPMENT

 

Carol McQueen, Director

1. Request approval of Agreement between Levy County Board of County Commissioners and World Publications, LLC, through its Sport Fishing Magazine Division – referred to as “Sport Fishing Television” for the production of an Editorial Show, featuring one destination – Cedar Key.

 

Mrs. McQueen requested Board approval of an Agreement between Levy County BOCC and World Publications, LLC.  The cost will be $10,000 to be paid in four (4) equal installments of $2,500 each.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the Agreement between Levy County BOCC and World Publications, LLC as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request approval of Levy County Tourist Development Council’s recommendation to enter into an Agreement with Helicona Press to produce a Kayak Fishing TV Show in Yankeetown in an effort to bring visitors to Levy County for overnight stays and a vacation destination.

 

Mrs. McQueen requested Board approval for Levy County to enter into an Agreement with Helicona Press to produce a Kayak Fishing TV Show in Yankeetown in an effort to bring visitors to Levy County for overnight stays and vacation destinations.  There will be two (2) episodes at 20 minutes each in Yankeetown and the surrounding area produced.  The Levy County Visitors Bureau will reimburse Helicona Press for The Kayak Fishing Show host and videographer: air and land travel, accommodations, and captain/support boat and fuel up to the budgeted amount of $6,000.  Reimbursements will be made after the first airing of each of the two (2) episodes of The Kayak Fishing Show in 2014.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the Agreement with Helicona Press to produce a Kayak Fishing TV Show as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Mrs. McQueen informed the Board of upcoming events in Levy County and provided flyers for the public.

 

 

CITY OF CHIEFLAND

 

Teresa Barron, Vice Mayor

Chief James Harris, and Gene Stockman

Request for annual Fee-for-Service Contract increase, Certificate of Need for Chiefland Fire Rescue ALS-non transport vehicle, and an additional ambulance stationed at Chiefland.

 

Ms. Barron spoke to the Board and requested an increase of $35,000 to match Chiefland’s contribution toward the support of the fire service provision, both within the City and District 7.  Chief Harris and Gene Stockman also spoke.

 

Martin Reed, Chiefland resident also spoke requesting increased funding for Chiefland.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to keep the amount for the Chiefland Fire Contract the same as last year at $199,000.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the votes were as follows:

 

Yes                                          No

Comm. Stevens                        Comm. Meeks

Comm. Joyner                          Comm. Bell

Comm. Johnson

 

The MOTION FAILS.

 

Jason Kennedy representing the Town of Bronson spoke to the Board expressing a concern of the issue being one of “political satisfaction”.

Susan Harris spoke to the Board questioning an item Mr. Stockman referred to earlier.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to give an additional $5,000 to Chiefland annually to match the Williston base amount and give a one-time amount of 6%, equal to around $12,000 based on the current amount budgeted to Chiefland to be used for equipment and materials payable by P.O.’s and invoices which will go through Chief Knowles for approval.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the votes were as follows:

 

Yes                                          No

Comm. Meeks                         Comm. Stevens

Comm. Johnson                        Comm. Joyner

Comm. Bell

 

The MOTION CARRIES.

 

Ms. Barron requested Board approval to provide the City of Chiefland a Certificate of Need for a non-transport advanced life support vehicle.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to deny the request for the City of Chiefland for a Certificate of Need for a non-transport ALS vehicle.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Ms. Barron requested Board approval of an Addendum to the Contract for the City of Chiefland to receive quarterly payments at the beginning, rather than the end of each quarter.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to keep the Contract as is with the City of Chiefland, sending quarterly payments at the end of each quarter, rather than the beginning.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Chief Harris requested on behalf of Ms. Barron, Board approval to replace the ambulance at the Chiefland station which had been taken out of service several years ago.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to leave the decision to place ambulances in locations in the county at the discretion of the Board with the advisement of the Public Safety Director.  The motion dies for lack of second.

 

No action was taken by the Board for this item.

 

 

SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT

 

Sheriff McCallum spoke to the Board and thanked them as well as Atty. Brown for their efforts regarding the event scheduled in Williston.  The Injunction was granted and after speaking with the event organizer, Sheriff McCallum stated it was cancelled with full cooperation.

 

 

COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS

 

Comm. Johnson informed everyone of the upcoming Levy County Education Foundation Beast Feast to be held on October 26^th at Black Prong.  He will be contacting Leslie Sturmer for the availability of clams for the Commissioners to serve.

 

Comm. Joyner stated he will not be able to attend the Final Assessment Meeting next Wednesday evening, September 11^th.

 

Comm. Meeks stated the Secretary of Transportation will be in Chiefland at the Gathering Table Restaurant on September 13^th for a luncheon to discuss upcoming plans.

 

Comm. Bell requested appointment of Jolie Davis to the RESTORE Act Advisory Committee.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to appoint Jolie Davis to the RESTORE Act Advisory Committee.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Atty. Brown stated the position Ms. Davis will fill should be changed to an at-large position, rather than a jobs creation position.

 

Comm. Bell requested a time to be set for a short meeting on September 30^th to pay year end bills.  The Commissioners agreed upon the time of 9:00 A.M.

 

Renate Cannon asked Comm. Meeks what the status was of the NFBA.  Comm. Meeks answered he had not been contacted of any upcoming meetings.

Ms. Cannon also asked who determines where ambulances are to be stationed in the county.  Comm. Stevens and Comm. Bell answered it was determined by the Board with the direction of the Public Safety Director.

 

 

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 11:24 A.M.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                             BOARD OFCOUNTYCOMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY,FL

 

 

____________________________________                                    ____________________________________

Clerk of Court, Danny J. Shipp                                                                  Chairman, Ryan Bell

 

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

AUGUST 20, 2013

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on August 20, 2013 at 9:00 AM in the Levy County Board of County Commissioners meeting room, with the following Commissioners present:

 

Chairman Ryan Bell

Comm. John Meeks

Comm. Mike Joyner

Comm. Danny Stevens

Comm. Chad Johnson

            Also present were:

 

County Attorney – Anne Bast Brown

County Coordinator – Fred Moody

Clerk of Court – Danny J. Shipp

 

 

Comm. Bell called the Meeting to order at 9:00 A.M.  Comm. Joyner gave the invocation, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.

 

 

EXPENDITURES

 

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

 

CHECK NUMBER	112572-112691
FUND	AMOUNT
GENERAL REVENUE	89,902.46
ROAD	41,695.04
TRANSPORTATION	2,576.67
COURT FACILITIES	8.00
PROGRESS ENERGY	468.51
EMS	34,190.69
FIRE	173,136.33
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT	624.47
UTILITIES	2,221.30
DRUG TASK FORCE	3,735.92
ADD COURT COSTS	578.34
DEBT SERVICE	100.00
CAPITAL PROJECTS	54,390.81
LANDFILL	77,151.39
TOTAL	$    480,779.93

 

 

MINUTES

 

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

 

Building & Zoning Director Interviews   March 7, 2013

Public Hearing                                      July 30, 2013

Regular Meeting                                               August 6, 2013

 

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

 

 

LEVY COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE

 

Sheriff Bobby McCallum, Jr.

Budget Amendment Presentation

Ratification of Drug Task Force 2014 Grant Application

 

Sheriff McCallum requested the Board ratify the Drug Task Force 2014 Grant Application.  Sheriff McCallum stated he had been informed there were additional funds available bringing the Grant Application total to $49,270.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve ratification of the Drug Task Force 2014 Grant Application and signature of Chairman Bell as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Sheriff McCallum presented the three quotes to the Board for purchase of the main control panel at the Jail.  They are as follows:

 

Florida Detention Systems, Inc.             $22,700

Southern Folger                                        $71,945

SimplexGrinnell                                         $13,892

 

Sheriff McCallum requested Board approval of the bid from Florida Detention Systems, Inc. in the amount of $22,700.

Sheriff McCallum also reported to the Board of transfers within his budget.  The transfers are from Personnel Services to Capital Outlay for a total amount of $36,000 and to Operating Expenses in the amount of $35,000.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve the purchase of a new main control panel for the Jail from Florida Detention Systems, Inc. in the amount of $22,700.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the budget amendments as presented by Sheriff McCallum.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Sheriff McCallum announced to the Board the Inmate Work Crew has been re-instituted.  A Special Investigations Unit has been created and Sheriff McCallum stated Jimmy Anderson has been promoted to Lieutenant in charge of this Unit.  Lisa Brock has been promoted to Lieutenant at the Detention Center.  Sheriff McCallum also introduced his new Executive Assistant, Kay Mikell to the Board.

 

 

SUWANNEE RIVER WATER MANAGEMENT DISTRICT

 

Jon Dinges, Assistant Executive Director

Presentation on Minimum Flows and Levels Results for the Lower Santa Fe and Ichetucknee River and Priority Springs.

 

Mr. Dinges presented a check to the Board for payment in lieu of taxes in the amount of $30,401.84.

Following the check presentation, Mr. Dinges made a presentation on Minimum Flows and Levels Results for the Lower Santa Fe and Ichetucknee River and Priority Springs.

 

Mr. Dinges gave updated information to the Board regarding the RESTORE Act and spoke of the program called Regional Initiative Valuating Environmental Resources (RIVER), a local government cost share program.

Mr. Dinges also spoke briefly about the Suwannee River Basin Action Plan.

 

 

PUBLIC COMMENTS

 

Renate Cannon asked if the Town of Otter Creek was eligible under the RIVER Program for help with their water quality issues.

Mr. Dinges answered they would be eligible to apply for assistance.

 

Dana Sheffield questioned a project indicated in Fanning Springs by Mr. Dinges.

Mr. Dinges answered they are working with the Nature Coast Regional Water Supply Board to get water to areas in Dixie county in need.

 

COUNTY COORDINATOR

 

Fred Moody

1. Request approval of Agreement between Levy County and Southeastern Archaeological Research (SEARCH) for the George T. Lewis Airport in connection with erosion control.

 

Mr. Moody requested Board approval of the Agreement between Levy County and Southeastern Archaeological Research (SEARCH) for the George T. Lewis Airport in connection with erosion control in the amount of $7,670.20.  This is funded by the Joint Participation Agreement with DOT.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the Agreement between Levy County and Southeastern Archaeological Research as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Update for funding for the George T. Lewis Airport runway.

 

Mr. Moody gave an update for funding for the Board regarding funding for the George T. Lewis Airport runway.  The Joint Participation Agreement adopted earlier in the amount $451,000.  There has been an additional $300,000 provided by the State bringing the total to $751,000 which will provide funding for a concrete overlay extending the life of the airstrip to about 30 years.

 

 

EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT

 

Mark S. Johnson, Director

Request the acceptance of the Local Mitigation Strategy (LMS) and Community Wildfire Protection Plan (SWPP) Agreement between Levy County and the Withlacoochee Regional Planning Council (WRPC).

 

Mr. Johnson requested acceptance by the Board of the Local Mitigation Strategy and Community Wildfire Protection Plan Agreement between Levy County and the Withlacoochee Regional Planning Council.  The Agreement shall commence upon execution of contract and continue through September 30, 2014.  The amount of $10,500 will be paid from the Emergency Management Performance Grant.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to accept the Local Mitigation Strategy and Community Wildfire Protection Plan Agreement as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

LEVY COUNTY TRANSIT

 

Connie Conley, General Manager

1. Request approval for services for Cost Allocation Plan to be performed by Tindale-Oliver and Associates, Inc.

 

Ms. Conley requested Board approval for services for the Cost Allocation Plan to be performed by Tindale-Oliver and Associates, Inc. in the amount of $20,000.  Ms. Conley stated this was encouraged by the auditors to be completed this fiscal year.

 

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve the Cost allocation Plan as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request approval for Service Agreement with Nature Coast Middle School for transportation for upcoming school year 2013-2014.

 

Ms. Conley requested Board approval of the Service Agreement with Nature Coast Middle School for transportation for the school year 2013-2014.  Ms. Conley explained there are fewer students needing transportation home after school and the rate has changed to $5.00 per student, per day.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve the Service Agreement with Nature Coast Middle School as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

PARKS AND RECREATION

 

Matt Weldon, Director

1. Request approval to disqualify bidders under Section 25 of Invitation to Bid.

Mr. Weldon requested Board approval to disqualify the following bidders under Section 25 of Invitation to Bid:

 

Playmore West, Inc.                 Playmore Recreational Products and Services

Fort Myers, FL                        Fort Myers, FL

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to disqualify the above listed bidders as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request to award bid contract to the lowest bidder.

 

Mr. Weldon requested Board approval to award the bid contract for Henry Beck Park Playground equipment to the lowest bidder.  The bids received are listed below:

 

Playcore Wisconsin

DBA GameTime, Inc.

Longwood, FL                         $27,223.94

 

Swartz Associates, Inc.

Naples, FL                               $27,898.00

 

Advanced Recreational

Concepts, LLC

Melbourne, FL                         $43,000.00

 

Bliss Products and Services, Inc.

Lithia Springs, GA                    $29,785.00

 

Mr. Weldon recommended approval of Playcore Wisconsin, DBA GameTime, Inc. in the amount of $27,223.94, which is the lowest bid.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to award the bid contract for Henry Beck Park playground equipment to Playcore Wisconsin, DBA GameTime, Inc. as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

PUBLIC SAFETY

 

David Knowles, Director

1. Request approval and Chairman’s signature on the Medical Director Agreements.

 

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval and the Chairman’s signature on the Medical Director Agreements.  The Agreement with Medical Director: University of Florida Board of Trustees amount is $29,000 and the Agreement with Associate Medical Director: Amit R. Rawal, MD, LLC through Gainesville Emergency Medical Associates, PA is $18,000.00 for a combined total of $47,000.00.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the Medical Director Agreements and Chairman’s signature as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request approval for Resolution 2013-37 and Chairman’s signature to accept the annual Emergency Medical Service (EMS) County grant funds for the improvement and expansion of county pre-hospital EMS system.  The amount for this year is $4,740.

 

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval of Resolution 2013-37 and the Chairman’s signature to accept the annual Emergency Medical Service County grant funds in the amount of $4,740.  The funds will be utilized to equip classrooms with an interactive whiteboard, document camera, and cork board for training purposes at the Public Safety Complex.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve Resolution 2013.37 and the Chairman’s signature to accept the annual Emergency Medical Service County grant funds as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request approval and Chairman’s signature to terminate the current Medical Director Agreement with Dr. Donald L. McCoy, dated March 21, 2000, pursuant section 7.a.

 

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval and Chairman’s signature to terminate the current Medical Director Agreement with Dr. Donald L. McCoy.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the Chairman’s signature to terminate the current Medical Director Agreement with Dr. Donald L. McCoy as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Mr. Knowles provided information to the Board of a recent unannounced, unscheduled State inspection of the Levy County EMS from a compliance officer from the State EMS office in Tallahassee.  He reported Levy County EMS received no deficiencies out of the 180 areas of inspection.

 

 

ROAD DEPARTMENT

 

Bruce Greenlee, Administrative Road Superintendent

Request approval for Yearly Bid Items.

 

Mr. Greenlee requested Board approval of the yearly bid items for the Road Department.  The items bid on are listed below with the corresponding lowest/best bidder:

 

Asphalt & Colomix                   Central Material

Culverts                                    Metal Culverts

Motor Oil                                 United Fuel & Supplies

Porta Potty                               Jones Plumbing

Emulsion Prime (Tar)                Blackledge Emulsions, Inc.

Safety Items                             Safety Products and Safety Zone

Signs                                        Universal Signs & Vulcan Signs

Sod                                          Scherer Quality Farms

Striping                         Jenkins

 

After discussion Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the yearly bid items as presented, excluding asphalt.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS

 

Comm. Meeks

Request appointment of Paula Kennedy to the Construction Industry Licensing Board.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to appoint Paula Kennedy to the Construction Industry Licensing Board.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Comm. Meeks read a letter into public record from Chief, Jeff DiMaggio, Bronson Fire Department thanking Chief Knowles for offering shift friendly classes making it possible for him to receive his FFII certification.

 

Comm. Bell gave an update of the RESTORE Act.

Comm. Bell announced there would be a benefit lunch for one of the Clerk’s Office employees with a family member recently diagnosed with cancer.

Comm. Bell also read into public record a letter from Haven Hospice extending an invitation to Chief Knowles to serve as a member of their Community Advisory Board.

 

Comm. Stevens expressed concerns over the transferring of water in Fanning Springs out of Levy County.

 

Comm. Stevens requested the Board hear a non-agenda item.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.  Comm. Johnson votes NO.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion for the Board to approve Ms. Neely preparing a letter with the assistance of Atty. Brown addressed to the Suwannee River Water Management District with the Chairman’s signature advising them it is a violation of Levy County’s Comp Plan to send water from Fanning Springs out of the county.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

The meeting recessed at 10:12 A.M.

 

The meeting reconvened at 10:30 A.M.

BUDGET MEETING

 

ROAD DEPARTMENT – (CONTINUED)

 

Bruce Greenlee, Administrative Road Superintendent

Request approval for Yearly Bid Item, asphalt.

 

Mr. Greenlee presented information to the Board regarding mileage expense for transport of asphalt from Central Materials vs. V.E. Whitehurst.  After calculation, it was determined to be less costly to purchase asphalt from V.E. Whitehurst.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve the purchase of asphalt from V.E. Whitehurst and colmix from Central Materials.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

PARKS

 

Mr. Weldon provided proposed swim park rate increases to the Board.  The rates are as follows:

 

Individual                                  Family Pass                  Individual Pass

Proposal #1                  $1.50 – with sales tax               $40.00                         $25.00

 

Proposal #2                  $2.00 – with sales tax               $50.00                         $30.00

 

Proposal #3                  $2.00 – with sales tax               $35.00                         $20.00

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve Proposal #3 to increase swim park rates as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

PUBLIC SAFETY – FIRE DEPARTMENTS

 

WILLISTON FIRE

 

Danny Wallace, representing Chief Stegall, requested Board approval of a 6% increase for Williston Fire, which calculates at about $12,000.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the purchase of equipment and materials for up to $12,300 to be paid by P.O.’s with invoices.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

CEDAR KEY FIRE

 

Chief Robinson requested Board approval of a $4,000 increase for the Cedar Key Fire Department.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the purchase of equipment and materials for up to $5,000 to be paid by P.O.’s with invoices.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

CHIEFLAND FIRE

 

Kevin Gay, Chiefland City Manager requested Board approval of a $48,000 increase for Chiefland Fire to be used for additional Fire Department personnel.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to keep the Chiefland Fire amount at $199,000, the same amount as last year.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner.  The votes were as follows:

 

Yes                                          No

Comm. Stevens                        Comm. Meeks

Comm. Joyner                          Comm. Johnson

Comm. Bell

 

The MOTION FAILS.

It was agreed by the Commissioners to address the county funding amount for Chiefland Fire at the next regular Board meeting on September 3^rd.

 

Mr. Moody stated there is a North Florida Broadband meeting scheduled for next Wednesday, August 28^th at 10:00 A.M. in Bronson.

 

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 12:01P.M.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                             BOARD OFCOUNTYCOMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY,FL

 

 

____________________________________                                    ____________________________________

Clerk of Court, Danny J. Shipp                                                                 Chairman, Ryan Bell

 

REGULAR MEETING

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

AUGUST 6, 2013

 

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on August 6, 2013 at 9:00 AM in the Levy County Board of County Commissioners meeting room, with the following Commissioners present:

 

Chairman Ryan Bell

Comm. John Meeks

Comm. Mike Joyner

Comm. Danny Stevens

Comm. Chad Johnson

            Also present were:

 

County Attorney – Anne Bast Brown

County Coordinator – Fred Moody

Clerk of Court – Danny J. Shipp

 

 

Comm. Bell called the Meeting to order at 9:00 A.M.  Comm. Joyner gave the invocation, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.

 

 

EXPENDITURES

 

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

 

CHECK NUMBER	112370-112571
FUND	AMOUNT
GENERAL REVENUE	1,271,713.49
ROAD	154,002.28
SHIP	12,300.00
COURT TECH/CRIM PREV	17,551.06
TRANSPORTATION	9,563.81
911	14,000.00
COURT FACILITIES	25.00
PROGRESS ENERGY	383.32
EMS	25,098.88
FIRE	157,219.18
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT	312.43
UTILITIES	1,315.37
DRUG TASK FORCE	5,975.50
ADD COURT COSTS	6,743.86
IMPACT FEES – RD DIST II	70,418.40
DEBT SERVICE	542,923.75
CAPITAL PROJECTS	30,830.63
LANDFILL	74,677.71
TOTAL	$ 2,395,054.67

 

 

MINUTES

 

The minutes for the regular Board Meeting held on July 16, 2013 were presented for Board approval.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve the minutes for the regular Board Meeting held on July 16, 2013 as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

INGLIS RECREATION COMMITTEE

 

Ruth A. Ruppert

Request traffic assistance for upcoming parades.

 

Ruth Ruppert spoke to the Board requesting assistance in regard to road closures for the Trail of Trunk Treats in October and the Annual Christmas Parade on December 21^st in Inglis.

 

Comm. Bell advised Ms. Ruppert to contact the Sheriff’s Department for the Trail of Trunk Treats in October, however, action by the Board is required for assistance with the Christmas Parade in December.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to permit the closure of a portion of SR 40 and North Inglis Avenue for the Christmas Parade as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

DEPARTMENT REPORTS

 

COUNTY COORDINATOR

 

Fred Moody

1. Request approval of the Agreement with the University of Florida and Medical Examiner.

 

Mr. Moody requested Board approval of the Agreement with the University of Florida and Medical Examiner.  The compensation amount for the District Medical Examiner’s services and University’s Faculty Physician support services, non-physician support personnel services and for facility usage is $53,009.04 annually.

 

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve the Agreement with the University of Florida and Medical Examiner as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request approval for the proposed Impact Fee Study Agreement by James Duncan and Associates.

 

Mr. Moody requested Board approval for the proposed Impact Fee Study Agreement by James Duncan and Associates, Inc. in the amount of $39,500.  The purpose of this is to update the current Impact Fee Program for transportation and roads.  The Impact Fee Program will now include fire and transportation facilities.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve the Impact Fee Study Agreement by James Duncan and Associates, Inc. in the amount of $39,500 as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Discussion and direction of the Interlocal Agreement between Levy County, Florida and the City of Cedar Key.

 

Mr. Moody requested Board discussion and direction regarding the Interlocal Agreement between Levy County, Florida and the City of Cedar Key adopted in 2007.

 

After discussion, the Board agreed by consensus for the Board Office to prepare and send a letter to the City of Cedar Key outlining questions and concerns by the Board regarding the Interlocal Agreement.

 

1. Discussion and direction regarding the County’s Utility Rates.

 

Mr. Moody requested Board discussion and direction regarding the County’s Utility Rates.  The current utility rates are $8.88 for University Oaks and $1.99 per 1,000 gallons used.  The rate for Manatee is $25.00 which includes 8,000 gallons.  At these current rates, the water systems do not pay for themselves.

 

After discussion, the Board agreed by consensus for the Board office to compile water rate information to bring back to the Board.

 

1. Request approval of USDA Lease Extension from July 1, 2013 to August 31, 2014.

 

Mr. Moody requested Board approval of the USDA Lease Extension in Bronson from July 1, 2013 to August 31, 2014.  The office has downsized by the relocation of the Farm Service office to Gilchrist County resulting in a reduction in rent.  The annual rent will now be $16,458.16 at the rate of $1,371.51 per month.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve the USDA Lease Extension as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

CORRESPONDENCE

 

Satori Days

Request approval for 2014 County Holidays.

 

Ms. Days requested Board approval of the proposed 2014 County Holidays as listed below:

 

New Years Day                                   Wednesday, January 1, 2014

Martin Luther King Day                        Monday, January 20, 2014

Good Friday                                         Friday, April 18, 2014

Memorial Day                                      Monday, May 26, 2014

Independence Day                                Friday, July 4, 2014

Labor Day                                            Monday, September 1, 2014

Veterans Day                                       Tuesday, November 11, 2014

Thanksgiving                                         Thursday and Friday, November 27 & 28, 2014

Christmas                                             Thursday and Friday, December 25 & 26, 2014

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the 2014 County Holidays as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

LEVY COUNTY TRANSIT

 

James Shield, Office Manager

Request approval of Service Agreement with Creekside Christian School Transportation for upcoming school year August 21, 2013 – May 30, 2014.

 

Mr. Shield requested Board approval of the Service Agreement with Creekside Christian School and Levy County Transit for the upcoming school year, August 21, 2013 – May 30, 2014.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the Service Agreement with Creekside Christian School as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

LIBRARY

 

Lisa Brasher, Director

1. Request approval of Annual Plan of Service for Fiscal Year 2013-2014.

 

1. Request approval of Five Year Plan for Fiscal Years 2014-2018.

 

Ms. Brasher requested Board approval of the Annual Plan of Service for Fiscal Year 2013-2014 and the Five Year Plan for Fiscal Years 2014-2018 as required for State Aid.

 

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve the Annual Plan of Service and the Five Year Plan as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Ms. Brasher reported to the Board the Library had not yet received the donation of computers from the College of Central Florida as she had reported previously.

 

 

PLANNING

 

Shenley Neely, Planning Director

Request approval of submitted revised Deferred Payment Loan Agreement ratifying signature by Levy County Board of County Commissioner’s Chair.

 

Ms. Neely requested Board approval of the revised Deferred Payment Loan Agreement ratifying signature of the Board Chairman.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the revised Deferred Payment Loan Agreement ratifying the signature of the Board Chairman as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

ROAD DEPARTMENT

 

Bruce Greenlee, Administrative Road Superintendent

1. Request approval of Resolution 2013-35 authorizing the execution of a Small County Outreach program Agreement with the Florida Department of Transportation for the widening and resurfacing of C326 also known as 78^th Place (Shellmound Road) in Levy County, Florida.

 

Mr. Greenlee requested Board approval of Resolution 2013-35 authorizing the execution of a Small County Outreach Program Agreement with the Florida Department of Transportation for the Widening and resurfacing of C326, Shellmound Road.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve Resolution 2013-35 as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request approval of Consulting Engineering Contract between the Board of County Commissioners of Levy County, Florida and Mills Engineering Company for the years 2013-2014.

 

Mr. Greenlee requested Board approval of the Consulting Engineering Contract between the Board of County Commissioners and Mills Engineering for the fiscal year 2013-2014.  The compensation for Consultant is on an hourly basis at the rate of $95 for Principal Engineer and other services are at the rate of salary times 3.0.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the Consulting Engineering Contract between the Board of County Commissioners and Mills Engineering as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request approval of Second Addendum to the Consulting Engineer Contract.

 

Mr. Greenlee requested Board approval of the Second Addendum to the Consulting Engineer Contract.  The Addendum is for the widening and resurfacing of C326 from the end of pavement to LCR 347.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the Second Addendum to the Consulting Engineer Contract as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Mr. Greenlee also reported to the Board he had been contacted by Debbie Dalberg with the State Bridge Inspection Team and was informed in 2016-2017 the three (3) bridges in Cedar Key will be in the program for replacement.

 

 

COUNTY ATTORNEY

 

Anne Bast Brown

Request approval to increase not-to-exceed amount of fees for Nabors, Giblin, and Nickerson, P.A. for legal services for completion of licensing ordinance, flow control regulations, and notice procedure for privatization of solid waste collections and disposal, form $6,750 plus costs to $13,250 plus costs, and authorize County Attorney to sign an amendment letter to NGN approving increase.

 

Atty. Brown requested Board approval to increase the not-to-exceed amount of fees for Nabors, Giblin and Nickerson, P.A. and authorization for Atty. Brown to sign a letter amending the prior proposal agreement.  The requested increase amount is $6,500 bringing the total fee costs to $13,250.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the increase of $6,500 in the not-to-exceed fees for Nabors, Giblin and Nickerson, P.A. and authorization for Atty. Brown to sign the letter amending the prior proposal agreement as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

 

 

 

 

COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS

 

Comm. Meeks reported the BHS Football Team was featured in the most recent Florida High School Football magazine.

 

Comm. Bell

1. Request appointment of Billy Hinote to the Construction Industry Licensing Board.

 

Comm. Bell requested Board approval to re-appoint Mr. Hinote to the Construction Industry Licensing Board as he had expressed an interest in serving on the Board again.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to re-appoint Billy Hinote to the Construction Industry Licensing Board as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request appointment of Drinda Merritt to the RESTORE Act Advisory Committee.

 

Comm. Bell requested Board approval to appoint Ms. Merritt to the RESTORE Act Advisory Committee.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve Drinda Merritt to the RESTORE Act Advisory Committee as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Update on the proposed Levy County Nuclear Plant.

 

Comm. Bell reported to the Board of the recent decision made by Duke Energy to terminate the agreement with Westinghouse for licensing with the NRC for the nuclear permit, however they are still working on the local licensing which should take two to three years.  At the end of this time period they will reconsider their pursuit of licensing with the NRC.

 

Comm. Bell also informed everyone sometime this fall there will be an announcement of the placement of a Natural Gas Plant.  Comm. Bell stated it is his understanding Crystal River had made the short list of possible locations.

 

 

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 9:53 A.M.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                             BOARD OFCOUNTYCOMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY,FL

 

 

____________________________________                                    ____________________________________

Clerk of Court, Danny J. Shipp                                                 Chairman, Ryan Bell

 

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

JULY 16, 2013

 

 

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on July 16, 2013 at 9:00 AM in the Levy County Board of County Commissioners meeting room, with the following Commissioners present:

 

Chairman Ryan Bell

Comm. John Meeks

Comm. Mike Joyner

Comm. Danny Stevens

            Also present were:

 

County Attorney – Anne Bast Brown

County Coordinator – Fred Moody

Clerk of Court – Danny J. Shipp

 

 

Comm. Bell called the Meeting to order at 9:00 A.M.  Comm. Joyner 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. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

CHECK NUMBER	112244-112369
FUND	AMOUNT
GENERAL REVENUE	174,180.96
ROAD	26,766.42
SHIP	8,415.00
NSP	47,000.00
TRANSPORTATION	99,458.89
COURT FACILITIES	126.10
PROGRESS ENERGY	468.51
EMS	35,566.92
FIRE	31,797.99
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT	271.74
CDBG	25,395.25
UTILITIES	816.86
ADD COURT COSTS	578.34
CAPITAL PROJECTS	91,318.50
LANDFILL	3,850.27
MSBU’S	159,652.30
TOTAL	$    705,664.05

 

 

MINUTES

 

The minutes for the regular Board Meeting held on July 2, 2013 were presented for Board approval.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve the minutes for the regular Board Meeting held on July 2, 2013 as presented with changes.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

 

 

 

CARR, RIGGS & INGRAM, LLC

 

Martha Garcia-Baker

2012 Audit Report Presentation

 

Mrs. Garcia-Baker presented the 2012 Audit Report to the Board as prepared by Carr, Riggs & Ingram, LLC.

 

 

LEVY COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE

 

Sheriff Bobby McCallum, Jr.

Request approval and signature on the Application for the Drug Task Force for the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program, 2014.

 

Sheriff McCallum requested Board approval and the Chairman’s signature on the Application for the Drug Task Force for the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program, 2014.  The amount of funds set aside by the FDLE is $46,605 for the Levy County Drug Task Force.  These funds help supplement salaries or purchase equipment for the Task Force which is a county-wide jurisdiction.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve the Chairman’s signature on the Application for the Drug Task Force for the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

SUPERVISOR OF ELECTIONS

 

Tammy Jones, Supervisor of Elections

Request approval for two polling location changes.

 

Mrs. Jones requested Board approval for the following two (2) polling location changes:

 

Precinct 8 – Move from the old Morriston Baptist Church to the new Morriston Baptist Church.

The new address is 3141 SE HWY 41, Morriston, FL.

 

Precinct 6 – Move from the Gulf Hammock Fire Station to the Gulf Hammock Church of God.

The new address is 3510 SE CR 326, Gulf Hammock, FL.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve the polling changes as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT

 

Mark S. Johnson, Director

1. Request approval to purchase Emergency Operations Center furniture.

 

Mr. Johnson requested Board approval to purchase new furniture for the Emergency Operations Center by using the State Contract pricing.  The purchase amount of $37,510.57 will be made by utilizing funding provided by Progress Energy.  The existing furniture will be donated to the Department of Public Safety for their new Training Facility.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the purchase of new office furniture for the Emergency Operations Center as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request acceptance of the Emergency Management Preparedness and Assistance Grant (EMPA).

 

Mr. Johnson requested acceptance by the Board of the Emergency Management Preparedness and Assistance Grant (EMPA).  The period of this Agreement is from July 1, 2013 to June 30, 2014 and is in the amount of $105,806.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to accept the EMPA Grant as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

1. Acceptance of the Emergency Management Performance Grant.

 

Mr. Johnson requested acceptance by the Board of the Emergency Management Performance Grant.  The period of this Agreement is from July 1, 2013 to June 30, 2014 and is in the amount of $58,279.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to accept the Emergency Management Performance Grant as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

NATURE COAST BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL

 

David Pieklik, Executive Director

Progress Report Presentation

 

Mr. Pieklik reported to the Board progress of the Nature Coast Business Development Council focusing on the creation of jobs by new businesses coming to the county.

 

 

SOLID WASTE – NON-AGENDA ITEM

 

Benny Jerrels, Director

 

Mr. Jerrels requested Board approval to hear a non-agenda item.

 

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

 

Mr. Jerrels requested Board approval of Resolution 2013-34 authorizing the Chairman’s signature on the application for the Consolidated Small County Solid Waste Management Grant in the amount of $90,909 and appointing the Director of Solid Waste as authorized representative under the grant.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve Resolution 2013-34 as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

DEPARTMENT OF PATHOLOGY, IMMUNOLOGY AND LABORATORY MEDICINE

 

Dr. Bruce Goldberger, Director and Professor

New Medical Examiner Building and proposed agreement presentation.

 

Dr. Goldberger made a presentation to the Board regarding the need for a new Medical Examiner Building and also presented a Three-Party Agreement with the University of Florida, Board of Trustees and William F. Hamilton, MD, Medical Examiner.  Dr. Goldberger emphasized the presentation was not about seeking funding at this time, but to inform the Board of future plans.

 

The Board thanked Dr. Goldberger for the informative presentation and looked forward to seeing information from him again.

 

 

The meeting recessed at 10:18 A.M.

The meeting reconvened at 10:27 A.M.

 

 

DEPARTMENT REPORTS

 

COUNTY COORDINATOR

 

Fred Moody

1. Request approval of Preliminary Rate Resolutions for Fire Assessment, Resolution 2013-30.

 

Mr. Moody requested Board approval of the Preliminary Rate Resolution for Fire Assessment, Resolution 2013-30.  The Preliminary Fire Protection Assessment Rates are as follows:

Residential                                $110 per dwelling unit

Commercial                              $.33 per square foot

Industrial/Warehouse                $.05 per square foot

Institutional                               $.37 per square foot

 

Mr. Moody informed the Board there is a Public Hearing for Final Rate Resolutions scheduled for September 11^th at 6:30 P.M.

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve the Preliminary Rate Resolution for Fire Assessment, Resolution 2013-30 as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request approval of Preliminary Rate Resolutions for EMS Tax Assessment, Resolution 2013-31.

 

Mr. Moody requested Board approval of the Preliminary Rate Resolution for EMS Tax Assessment, Resolution 2013-31.  The Preliminary EMS Tax Assessment Rates are as follows:

 

Residential                                $119 per dwelling unit

Commercial                              $.07 per square foot

Institutional                               $.19 per square foot

Industrial/Warehouse                $.01 per square foot

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve the Preliminary Rate Resolution for EMS Tax Assessment, Resolution 2013-31 as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request approval for Preliminary Rate Resolutions for Solid Waste Assessment, Resolution 2013-32.

 

Mr. Moody requested Board approval of the Preliminary Rate Resolution for Solid Waste Assessment, Resolution 2013-32.  The Preliminary Solid Waste Assessment is currently $25 per each Tax Parcel.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the Preliminary Rate Resolution for Solid Waste Assessment, Resolution 2013-32 as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request approval of Preliminary Rate Resolutions for Road Maintenance Service Assessment, Resolution 2013-33.

 

Mr. Moody requested Board approval of the Preliminary Rate Resolution for Road Maintenance Service Assessment, Resolution 2013-33.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the Preliminary Rate Resolution for Road Maintenance Service Assessment, Resolution 2013-33 as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request to authorize Resolution 2013-28 authorizing Joint Participation Agreement for the Cedar Key Airport Project.

 

Mr. Moody requested Board approval of Resolution 2013-28 authorizing a Joint Participation Agreement for the Cedar Key Airport Project.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve Resolution 2013-28 authorizing a Joint Participation Agreement for the Cedar Key Airport Project as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Recommend to extend the proposed amendment for Carr, Riggs, and Ingram, LLC for an additional three years.

 

Mr. Moody requested Board approval to extend the proposed amendment for Carr, Riggs, and Ingram, LLC for an additional three (3) years.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve extending the proposed amendment for Carr, Riggs, and Ingram, LLC for an additional three (3) years as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Mr. Moody requested dates for Tentative Public Hearings for the Budget.

 

The Board agreed to set the following dates for Budget Hearings:

 

September 5, 2013 at 6:00 P.M. – Tentative Budget Hearing

September 16, 2013 at 6:00 P.M. – Final Budget Hearing

 

 

CORRESPONDENCE

 

Satori Days,

Presenting a letter commending Bruce Greenlee on behalf of Richard and Elizabeth Gilson.

 

Ms. Days read into record a letter commending Bruce Greenlee on behalf of Richard and Elizabeth Gilson.

 

 

PLANNING

 

Shenley Neely, Planning Director

1. Request to approve Deferred Payment Loan Agreement for Jade E. Luthi-PA #516.

 

Ms. Neely requested Board approval of the Deferred Payment Loan Agreement for Jade E. Luthi, PA# 516 in the amount of $8,415.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the Deferred Payment Loan Agreement for Jade E. Luthi, PA# 516 as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request to approve and authorize Chair to sign letter for submittal to the Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO).  Letter contains county’s response to the March on-site Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) monitoring report conducted by DEO.

 

Ms. Neely requested Board approval and for the Chairman to sign a letter for submittal to the DEO.  The letter contains the county’s response to the March on-site CDBG monitoring report conducted by the DEO.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve and have the Chairman sign a letter for submittal to the DEO as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request Board approval for Resolution 2013-29 adopting SHIP Local Housing Assistance Plan (LHAP) for submission to Florida Housing Finance Corporation, as required by Florida Statute.

 

Ms. Neely requested Board approval of Resolution 2013-29 adopting the SHIP Local Housing Assistance Plan (LHAP) for submission to the Florida Housing Finance Corporation, as required by Florida Statute.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve Resolution 2013-29 as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

PUBLIC SAFETY

 

David Knowles, Director

1. Request the Board’s approval to accept a donation of a Fire Training Tower from the City of Dunnellon.

 

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval to accept a donation of a Fire Training Tower from the City of Dunnellon.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to accept the donation of a Fire Training Tower from the City of Dunnellon as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request the Board’s approval to purchase an Advanced Life Support (ALS) Manikin for training.

 

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval to purchase an Advance Life Support (ALS) Manikin for training in the amount of $5,100.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the purchase of an Advanced Life Support (ALS) Manikin as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

ROAD DEPARTMENT

 

Bruce Greenlee, Administrative Road Superintendent

Request permission to purchase motor for fleet Ford pickup truck.

 

Mr. Greenlee requested Board approval to purchase a motor for one of the fleet Ford pickup trucks.  The quotes received are for a 1-ton flat bed diesel truck used by the trimming crew.    The two (2) quotes received were:  White Ford Co., Inc., $8,100.00 and Lincoln Mercury of Gainesville, $11,349.34.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the purchase of a truck motor from White Ford in the amount of $8,100.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

COUNTY ATTORNEY

 

Anne Bast Brown

Presenting proposals in response to Request for Proposals for Engineering and Related Services for RESTORE Act and set a date for interviews of proposers.

 

Atty. Brown presented proposals for Engineering and Related Services for RESTORE Act and requested the Board set a date for interviews.

 

The Commissioners agreed to set the date for interviews on July 30^th at 9:00 A.M.

 

 

COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS

 

Comm. Bell reminded everyone of the RESTORE Act meeting this evening at the Inglis Community Center at 6:00 P.M. and the two (2) positions still available.  One position is an at-large position and the other is job creation.

 

The meeting recessed at 10:56 A.M.

The meeting reconvened at 11:30 A.M.

 

BUDGET MEETING

 

Comm. Bell called the meeting back to order at 11:30 A.M.

 

Sheila Rees spoke to the Board stating the changes from the last budget meeting were included in the budget run presented to them.  The budget as presented is out of balance by $54,000 and there is $1.5 million in Reserve which translates to about 6%.  It is recommended by the auditors to have about 20% in Reserve.  The rolled back rate is 8.3307 and 8.01 is the millage rate currently used.  Amounts were also provided by Mrs. Rees of varying millage rates from 8.01 to 8.75 for the Board to review.

 

Connie Conley spoke to the Board regarding the budget for Levy County Transportation stating she would like to hire a mechanic to be placed at the Road Department trained to work on the Transportation busses.  She informed the Board of the need for their computers to be gradually replaced.

 

Matt Weldon spoke to the Board regarding the low fees charged for use of the swimming parks in the county.

 

Bill Hammond spoke to the Board regarding the need to raise the permit fees for Building & Zoning.  He also advised the Board of the need for a new copier for his office.

 

 

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 12:37 P.M.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                             BOARD OFCOUNTYCOMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY,FL

 

 

____________________________________                    ____________________________________

Clerk of Court, Danny J. Shipp                                                 Chairman, Ryan Bell

 

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

JULY 2, 2013

 

 

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on July 2, 2013 at 9:00 AM in the Levy County Board of County Commissioners meeting room, with the following Commissioners present:

 

Chairman Ryan Bell

Comm. John Meeks

Comm. Mike Joyner

Comm. Danny Stevens

Comm. Chad Johnson

            Also present were:

County Attorney – Anne Bast Brown

County Coordinator – Fred Moody

Clerk of Court – Danny J. Shipp

 

 

Comm. Bell called the Meeting to order at 9:00 A.M.  Comm. Joyner 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. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

CHECK NUMBER	112090-112243
FUND	AMOUNT
GENERAL REVENUE	1,524,770.50
ROAD	159,361.51
NSP	38,642.40
TRANSPORTATION	10,435.27
911	14,000.00
COURT FACILITIES	6.00
PROGRESS ENERGY	629.40
EMS	35,735.82
FIRE	13,553.96
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT	3,989.96
CDBG	30,218.00
UTILITIES	1,180.29
ADD COURT COSTS	1,300.00
CAPITAL PROJECTS	25,368.47
LANDFILL	29,480.88
TOTAL	$ 1,888,672.46

 

 

MINUTES

 

The minutes for the Regular Board meetings held on June 4, 2013 and June 18, 2013 were presented for Board approval.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve the minutes for the Regular Board Meeting on June 4, 2013 as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the minutes for the Regular Board Meeting on June 18, 2013 as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

SUPERVISOR OF ELECTIONS

 

Tammy Jones

Request approval for Levy County Courthouse lobby wall space to display “Vote in Honor of a Vet” program.

 

Mrs. Jones requested Board approval to place a display on a wall in the Levy County Courthouse lobby for their “Vote in Honor of a Vet” program.  The goal of the program is to recognize veterans by encouraging voter participation among the entire voting population.  Veterans and family members of veterans who wish to participate will complete and submit a photo and short biography on a form provided.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve the request to use wall space in the Courthouse Lobby to display the “Vote in Honor of a Vet” program.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA

 

Hunter Bell

Eagle Scout Presentation

 

Michael Bell spoke to the Board and introduced his son Hunter Bell.  He stated Hunter has completed all requirements for Life Scout which makes him a candidate for Eagle Scout.  His presentation will describe the project he has chosen to achieve this.

 

Hunter Bell spoke to the Board explaining a project he has chosen to earn Eagle Scout.  Hunter stated he had spoken to Matt Weldon, the Parks Director about building two new picnic tables and trash can holders at Blue Springs Park.  With the Board’s approval, he would like to proceed with this project and asked if the Board would waive the Park fee for himself and the other Scouts who would be helping him so they could swim afterwards.

 

[1]Comm. Bell indicated he would not vote on this item as he was related to Hunter Bell.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve the construction of picnic tables and trash can holders as requested as well as waiving the Park fee for Hunter and the other Scouts to swim afterwards.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

DEPARTMENT REPORTS

 

COUNTY COORDINATOR

 

Fred Moody

Request motion to set Health Insurance Premiums paid by the Board for Employees’ coverage for Fiscal Year 2013-2014.

 

Mr. Moody requested action by the Board to set Health Insurance Premiums paid by the Board for Employees’ coverage for Fiscal Year 2013-2014.  Mr. Moody stated the overall increase is 6.4%.  This calculates to an increase of $11,197.94 per month.

 

Comm. Johnson made a motion to set the Health Insurance Premiums paid by the Board for Employees’ coverage for Fiscal Year 2013-2014 at 6.4% as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT

 

Mark S. Johnson, Director

Request acceptance of the Memorandum of Understanding between the American Red Cross North Central Florida Chapter and Levy County.

 

Mr. Johnson requested Board approval for acceptance of the Memorandum of Understanding between the American Red Cross, North Central Florida Chapter and Levy County.

Comm. Johnson made a motion to accept the Memorandum of Understanding between the American Red Cross, North Central Florida Chapter and Levy County.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

LEVY COUNTY TRANSIT

 

Connie Conley, General Manager

Request approval of Resolution 2013-27 authorizing the Trip and Equipment Grant for period of July 1, 2013 through June 30, 2014.

 

Ms. Conley requested Board approval of Resolution 2013-27 authorizing the Trip and Equipment Grant for the period of July 1, 2013 through June 30, 2014.  The total project amount is $401,656 and the reimbursement amount will be $361,490.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve Resolution 2013-27 authorizing the Trip and Equipment Grant as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

PLANNING

 

Shenley Neely, Planning Director

Request to ratify State Housing Initiative Partnership (SHIP) Program Fiscal Year 2013-2014 funding certification signed by Levy County Commission Chairman Ryan Bell.

 

Ms. Neely requested ratification of the State Housing Initiative Partnership (SHIP) Program for Fiscal Year 2013-2014.  The Funding Certification was signed by Chairman Ryan Bell in order to meet the June 30, 2013 deadline.  Ms. Neely stated Levy County has been allocated $350,000 to be spent in two years.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to ratify the State Housing Initiative Partnership (SHIP) Program as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

PUBLIC SAFETY

 

David Knowles, Director

1. Request Board’s approval to accept an Emergency Medical Services 75/25 matching grant in the amount of $61,230.00 from the Florida Department of Health for the purchase of power lift stretchers.

 

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval to accept an Emergency Medical Services 75/25 matching grant in the amount of $61,230 from the Florida Department of Health for the purchase of power lift stretchers.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to accept the Emergency Medical Services 75/25 matching grant in the amount of $61,230 as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request Board’s approval to purchase six (6) new Stryker power lift stretchers at a total cost of $81.640.

 

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval to purchase six (6) new Stryker power lift stretchers at a total cost of $81,640.  Mr. Knowles explained the funds for the previously approved matching grant will be used for this purchase.  He also explained Stryker is a sole source provider for the power lift stretchers.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the purchase of six (6) new Stryker power lift stretchers as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request Board approval and the Chairman’s signature on the Agreement with Tower Communication Services, Inc. to move forward with the reconstruction of the Bronson Communications Tower that collapsed in 2012.

 

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval and the Chairman’s signature on the Agreement with Tower Communication Services, Inc. to move forward with the reconstruction of the Bronson Communications Tower which collapsed in 2012.  Mr. Knowles stated the funds for this project will come from the insurance carrier to rebuild the tower.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the Chairman’s signature and approval of the Agreement with Tower Communication Services, Inc. as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

1. Yearly Report Presentation.

 

Mr. Knowles gave a brief overview of the Department of Public Safety’s Yearly Report to the Board.

 

 

ROAD DEPARTMENT

 

Bruce Greenlee, Administrative Road Superintendent

1. Request to purchase two John Deere 6115D Cab Tractors (corrective action from 6/4/13 BOCC meeting).

 

Mr. Greenlee requested Board approval to purchase two (2) John Deere 6115D cab tractors.  Mr. Greenlee explained this is corrective action from the 6/4/13 meeting.  At the 6/4/13 meeting, the amount approved was $36,400 for two (2) tractors.  The correct amount for the two (2) tractors is $89,600.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to purchase two (2) John Deere 6115D for the total amount of $89,600 as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request to purchase two Bush Hog (3815) mowers for $15,200.00 each, total cost $30,400.00 off State Contract with Ag-Pro.

 

Mr. Greenlee requested Board approval to purchase two (2) Bush Hog (3815) mowers for a total price of $30,400 by using State Contract pricing through Ag-Pro.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve the purchase of two (2) Bush Hog (3815) mowers for a total price of $30,400 as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

SOLID WASTE

 

Benny Jerrels, Director

Request permission to increase contract with Clean Harbors by 3%.

 

Mr. Jerrels requested Board approval for an increase in the contract with Clean Harbors by 3%.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the increase in the contract with Clean Harbors by 3% as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS

 

Comm. Joyner reminded everyone of the July 4^th Parade to be held tomorrow in Williston.  Mr. Knowles advised him the fire truck is ready for the Commissioners to ride or walk with in the parade.

 

Comm. Meeks stated he had attended the Florida Association of County’s Annual Convention last week in Tampa and reported it was very informative.

Mr. Meeks stated he had also attended the graduation for Firefighter II training held at Black Prong last night and was proud for those who had graduated and commended Chief Knowles and staff for a job well done.

Comm. Meeks also reported the next North Florida Broadband meeting is scheduled for July 10^th in Palatka.

 

Comm. Bell stated the next RESTORE Act Town Hall meeting is scheduled to be in Inglis on July 16^th at 6:00 P.M. at the Inglis Community Center.

 

Comm. Bell thanked Representative Charlie Stone for attending the Board meeting today.

 

Renate Cannon asked what the status is on the RESTORE Act and if the State had received any money.

Atty. Brown answered there has been no money distributed yet.

 

Dana Sheffield expressed thanks for Representative Charlie Stone for coming to the Board meeting today.

 

The meeting recessed at 9:34 A.M.

 

The meeting reconvened at 1:00 P.M.

 

 

BUDGET WORKSHOP

 

 

Comm. Bell called the meeting back to order at 1:02 P.M.

 

Kay Holcomb spoke to the Board advising them the most current changes given to the finance department had been made to the budget as presented.

 

The following elected officials spoke to the Board regarding their budget:

 

Sheriff, Bobby McCallum

Property Appraiser, Oz Barker

Clerk of Court, Danny Shipp

 

The following agencies had representatives to speak to the Board regarding county funding assistance for their budget:

 

Central Florida Community Action Agency, Robert Wilford

Suwannee River RAD Program, Ray Tremblay

Nature Coast Development, David Peiklik

 

The following Department Directors spoke to the Board regarding their budget:

 

County Agent, Albert Fuller

Animal Control, David Weatherford

Building & Zoning, Bill Hammond

 

The meeting recessed at 2:31 P.M.

 

The meeting reconvened at 2:37 P.M.

 

After the break the following Department Directors also spoke to the Board regarding their budget:

 

Parks/Mosquito Control, Matt Weldon

Planning, Shenley Neely

County Attorney, Atty. Brown

 

After hearing from each of the above listed Departments, the Board agreed to set the next Budget Workshop on July 16^th following the Regular Board Meeting.  The Commissioners requested the millage rate be calculated in .25 percent increments for their review.

 

 

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 3:08 P.M.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                             BOARD OFCOUNTYCOMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY,FL

 

 

____________________________________                                    ____________________________________

Clerk of Court, Danny J. Shipp                                                                 Chairman, Ryan Bell

 

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