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BOCC Regular Meeting – January 8, 2013

February 6, 2013 by SuperAdmin

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

JANUARY 8, 2013

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on January 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. Chad Johnson

Comm. John Meeks

Comm. Danny Stevens

Comm. Mike Joyner

Also present were:

CountyAttorney– Anne Bast Brown

County Coordinator – Fred Moody

Comm. Bell called the Meeting to order at 9:22 A.M. Bruce Greenlee 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	110249-110418
FUND	AMOUNT
GENERAL REVENUE	1,961,715.97
ROAD	127,212.35
COURT TECH/CRIM PREV	351.98
TRANSPORTATION	6,046.55
911	34,910.69
COURT FACILITIES	15.00
PROGRESS ENERGY	350.54
EMS	19,526.20
FIRE	3,590.86
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT	16,372.27
CDBG	65,891.04
UTILITIES	2,221.49
DRUG TASK FORCE	86.00
LANDFILL	26,212.89
TOTAL	$ 2,264,503.83

MINUTES

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

Amended Regular Meeting November 6, 2012

Regular Meeting December 4, 2012

Regular Meeting December 18, 2012

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the minutes for the regular Board Meetings as presented. Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

PUBLIC HEARING – ZONING

Rob Corbitt, Director

Petition No. PP2-12 Croft Land Surveying representing Michael and Suzanne Tobin, petitioning the Board for a Preliminary Plat of “Dragon’s Lair” a residential subdivision located in Section 21, Township 12 S, Range 18 E, in Levy County. Said parcel contains 20.01 acres more or less and will consist of two 10 acre lots. The zoning designation is “A/RR” Agriculture/Rural Residential.

Grace Romero presented and requested Board approval of Petition No. PP2-12 on behalf of Rob Corbitt.

Comm. Bell opened the floor for public comment and asked if there was anyone in the audience wishing to speak for or against the Petition as presented. There were none.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve Petition No. PP2-12 as presented. Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

JORDAN & ASSOCIATES

Jeffrey Winter, Project Manager

Request a motion to proceed with the execution of a Letter of Mutual Agreement for Termination of Contract; a motion to waive the requirement for each contractor to satisfactorily complete one job through the CDBG housing before receiving any additional contracts; a motion to waive the requirement to award contracts for housing units with bids greater than fifteen percent (15%) above or below our Housing Rehabilitation Specialist’s estimates; a motion to award contracts for Wilma Hammock LC-05 and Jack & Christine Mileski LC-07.

Mr. Winters requested Board approval to:

Proceed with the execution of a Letter of Mutual Agreement for Termination of Contract Documents by all involved parties to include Levy County, the recipients (LC-05: Hammock and LC-07: Mileski) and the contractor (Jeff White Construction, Inc.).

Acceptance of the recommendation by Jordan & Associates listed below as well as the authorization to proceed with scheduling a Pre-Construction Conference to execute contract documents.

LC-05: Wilma Jean Hammock Donle Enterprises, Inc. $24,400

LC-07: Jack & Christine Mileski Gary Southard Construction, LLC $36,150

Waive the requirement for each contractor to satisfactorily complete one job through the CDBG housing programs before receiving any additional contracts described in Chapter VI, Section B of the County’s adopted HAP due to the limited pool of qualified bidders.

Waive the requirement to award contracts for housing units with bids greater than fifteen percent (15%) above or below the Housing Rehabilitation Specialist’s estimates described in Chapter VI, Section B of the County’s adopted HAP, thereby exercising the County’s right to award in the best interest of the County.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve items 1-4 as listed above. Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

DEPARTMENT REPORTS

CORRESPONDENCE

Karen Blackburn

Presenting on behalf of Withlacoochee Regional Planning Council Chairman Dennis Damato and Executive Director Michael R. Moehlman, Certificates of Appreciation.

Mrs. Blackburn presented on behalf of the Withlacoochee Regional Planning Council, Chairman Dennis Damato and Executive Director Michael R. Moehlman, Certificates of Appreciation to Comm. Bell and Comm. Stevens.

PUBLIC SAFETY

David Knowles, Director

Request Chair signature on the Physio Control Technical Service Support Agreement for the two (2) most recently purchased Lifepaks.

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval for the Chairman’s signature on the Physio Control Technical Service Support Agreement for the two (2) most recently purchased Lifepaks. This Agreement covers repairs, battery replacement, and labor necessary to restore damaged or defective equipment.

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

ROAD DEPARTMENT

Bruce Greenlee, Administrative Road Superintendent

Adoption of Resolution 2013-02 to schedule a Public Hearing on Tuesday, February 5, 2013 at 9:00 A.M. for the closure of a portion of the 50’ right-of-way of NE 17^th Ave (A/K/A Pine Lane) as requested by the Petitioners, Gregory and Pamela Deist.

Mr. Greenlee requested Board approval of Resolution 2013-02 to schedule a Public Hearing on Tuesday, February 5, 2013 at 9:00 A.M. for the closure of a portion of the 50’ right-of-way of NE 17^th Ave (A/K/A Pine Lane) as requested by the Petitioners, Gregory and Pamela Deist.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve Resolution 2013-02 as requested. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

Notice of Compliance with Section 95.361 Florida Statutes regarding a public road, NW 80 Street (A/K/A LCR 425) prepared by Mills Engineering 12/12/12, approved by the Board of County Commissioners and certified by its Chair by his signature showing a dedicated and accepted public road.

Mr. Greenlee requested Board approval of the Notice of Compliance with Section 95.361, Florida Statues regarding a public road, NW 80^th Street (A/K/A LCR 425).

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve the Notice of Compliance as requested. Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

SHIP

Shenley Neely, Director

Request a motion to approve revised Annual Reports submitted to Florida Housing Finance Corporation; 2009/10 Close-out, 2010/11 Interim, 2011/12 Interim. – TABLED –

Certification for Implementation of Regulatory Reform Activities. – TABLED –

Certification of Report Submission. – TABLED –

LEVY COUNTY TRANSIT

Connie Conley, General Manager

Request approval of Authorizing Resolution 2013-05, for the signing and submission of a grant application and supporting documents, for a grant for Operating Expenses under 40 U.S.C. Section 5310 to the Florida Department of Transportation, the acceptance of a grant award, the purchase of two vehicles and/or equipment and/or expenditure of grant funds pursuant to a grant award, and the performance of other functions and duties related to the grant application, acceptance and administration.

Request approval of Authorizing Resolution 2013-06, for the signing and submission of a grant application and supporting documents and assurances for Fiscal Year 2013 for a grant for Capital Expenses under 49 U.S.C. Section 5310 to the Florida Department of Transportation, the acceptance of a grant awarded, the purchase of vehicles and/or equipment and/or expenditure of grant funds pursuant to a grant award, and the performance of other functions and duties related to the grant application, acceptance, and administration.

Request approval of Authorizing Resolution 2013-04, for the signing and submission of a grant application and supporting documents and assurances for Fiscal Year 2013 for a grant for Capital Expenses under 49 U.S.C. Section 5311 to the Florida Department of Transportation, the acceptance of a grant awarded, the purchase of vehicles and/or equipment and/or expenditure of grant funds pursuant to a grant award, and the performance of other functions and duties related to the grant application, acceptance, and administration.

Ms. Conley requested Board approval of the following:

Resolution 2013-05 for the signing and submission of a grant application for Operating Expenses under Section 5310 to the Florida Department of Transportation. This is a 50/50 Grant and the amount applied for is $160,000.

Resolution 2013-06 for the signing and submission of a grant application for Capital Expenses under Section 5310 to the Florida Department of Transportation. This is an 80/10/10 Grant and the amount applied for is $149,805.

Resolution 2013-04 for the signing and submission of a grant application for Capital Expenses under Section 5311 to the Florida Department of Transportation. This is a 50/50 Grant and the amount applied for is $650,000.

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve Resolutions 2013-05, 2013-06 and 2013-04 as presented. Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS

Comm. Johnson reported on the Legislative FLOW meeting held on the 7^th. There will be a FLOW meeting coming up on the 14^th. A copy will be in the Board office concerning the scope, priorities and objectives if anyone has questions.

Comm. Joyner asked Mr. Greenlee about the first road on the paving list, NW 170^th Street.

Mr. Greenlee stated there were some issues which would need to be resolved before paving could begin. The next road on the list, which is in Ocala Highlands West, is ready to start paving. Equipment will be sent to begin paving on this road first and NW 170^th Street will be done second.

Comm. Stevens requested Sheriff Bobby McCallum make introductions of staff in attendance with him.

Sheriff McCallum introduced his Under-Sheriff and Legal Advisor, Brett Beauchamp and stated with the elimination of the position of Major, Mike Sheffield has now been promoted to Colonel.

Comm. Meeks reported he will be attending a new commissioner’s workshop tomorrow in Gainesville. Comm. Meeks also reported former Commissioner Donald Holmes had passed away and services will be at the First Baptist Church in Bronson on Wednesday.

Comm. Bell introduced Bill Williams who spoke regarding the RESTORE Act.

Assignment of Commissioners to Boards, Councils and Departments liaisons.

Comm. Bell asked if each Commissioner could identify which Departments they would like to serve as liaisons. Listed below are the Commissioners and the Departments chosen:

Comm. Bell Courthouse Space Library

Finance/Insurance Legal

HR Emergency Management

Comm. Johnson Animal Services Planning

Landfill Building & Zoning

Comm. Meeks Water/SHIP Construction/Maintenance

Veterans

Comm. Stevens Ambulance Plat Review

Fire Road Department

Comm. Joyner Mosquito Control/Parks

Ag. Center

Comm. Bell if the Commissioners could identify which of the Boards they could serve on. Listed below are the Commissioners and the Board’s chosen:

Comm. Bell Levy County Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board, WRPC

Canvassing Board

RESTORE Act

Tourist Development Council

Comm. Johnson FLOW – Florida Leaders Organized for Water

Nature Coast Business Development Council/EZDA – Strike Force

North Florida Economic Development Partnership Board of Directors

Small County Coalition Board of Directors

Comm. Meeks North Florida Broadband Authority

Small County Coalition Board of Directors

WRPC

Pure Water Wilderness

Comm. Stevens Canvassing

Comm. Joyner Nature Coast State Trail

Workforce Connection

WRPC

County Agent – Overall Advisory Committee

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the appointments to the above listed Boards and Committees as listed. Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

Discussion/consensus of a Consent Agenda.

Comm. Bell presented the idea of a Consent Agenda to the Commissioners for discussion and possible consideration.

After discussion, the Commissioners agreed to review the information presented and decide if they would like to use a Consent Agenda at a later date.

Atty. Brown informed the Commissioners of a Seminar coming up in Tallahassee on February 8^th for continuing legal education which also provides good information for Commissioners.

As a note to the public, Comm. Bell let everyone know on Saturday, January 19^th from 10:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M. at Manatee Springs State Park, the park will be hosting the Manatee Awareness Month Program.

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 11:49 A.M.

ATTEST: BOARD OFCOUNTYCOMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY,FL

____________________________________ ____________________________________

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

BOCC Regular Meeting – January 22, 2013

February 6, 2013 by SuperAdmin

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

JANUARY 22, 2013

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on January 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. Chad Johnson

Comm. John Meeks

Comm. Danny Stevens

Comm. Mike Joyner

Also present were:

CountyAttorney– Anne Bast Brown

County Coordinator – Fred Moody

Clerk of Court – Danny Shipp

Comm. Bell called the Meeting to order at 9:05 A.M. Osborn Barker 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. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

CHECK NUMBER	110419-110518
FUND	AMOUNT
GENERAL REVENUE	87,497.81
ROAD	22,815.95
NSP	7,759.17
TRANSPORTATION	1,726.46
COURT FACILITIES	43.00
PROGRESS ENERGY	432.16
EMS	33,824.24
FIRE	85,556.21
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT	182.00
CDBG	31,836.86
UTILITIES	1,961.97
CAPITAL PROJECTS	4,316.50
LANDFILL	49,079.15
TOTAL	$ 327,031.48

MINUTES

Regular Meeting held January 8, 2013. – TABLED –

Comm. Bell introduced Representative Charlie Stone in attendance of the meeting who then spoke briefly stating he had been recently elected to the Florida House of Representatives, District 22 which includes Levy County. Rep. Stone informed everyone his assistance is only a phone call away.

EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT

Bryan W. Koon

State of Florida Director of Emergency Management Presenting a Senior Leadership Briefing.

Mark Johnson introduced Bryan Koon, State of Florida Director of Emergency Management to the Board. Mr. Koon then spoke to the Board and presented an Emergency Management briefing.

PUBLIC HEARING

Shenly Neely, Director

Adopt Ordinance 2013-01 amending the schedule of Capital Improvements for Levy County as required annually by Florida Statute.

Ms. Neely requested the Board adopt Ordinance 2013-01 amending the schedule of Capital Improvements for Levy County as required annually by Florida Statute. She then read the Ordinance title into public record.

Comm. Bell asked if there was anyone in the audience who wished to speak for or against the Ordinance. There were none.

Comm. Johnson made a motion to adopt Ordinance 2013-01 as requested. Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

Kelly Jerrels, Road Department Superintendent

Adoption of Resolution 2013-01 approving the petition to vacate, abandon, and close a dedicated right of way of NW 50^th Avenue located in Long Pond Oaks Subdivision as requested by Edmund T. and Donna D. Parada.

Mr. Jerrels requested Board approval of Resolution 2013-01 for the petition to vacate, abandon, and close a dedicated right of way of NW 50^th Avenue located in Long Pond Oaks Subdivision as requested by Edmund T. and Donna D. Parada.

Comm. Bell asked if there was anyone in the audience who wished to speak for or against the petition. There were none.

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve Resolution 2013-01 as presented. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

COLLEGE OF CENTRAL FLORIDA – LEVY CENTER

Marilyn Ladner, Provost

Request letter of support for the expansion of the College of Central Florida’s Levy Campus.

Ms. Ladner requested a letter of support from the Board for the expansion of the College of Central Florida’s Levy Campus.

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve the letter of support for the expansion of the College of Central Florida’s Levy Campus. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

Presenting update to Board on progress and future plans.

Ms. Ladner gave an update to the Board on the progress and future plans for the College of Central Florida, Levy Center.

NATURE COAST BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL

David Pieklik, Executive Director

Presenting Progress Report.

Mr. Pieklik presented a Progress Report to the Board of the Nature Coast Business Development Council.

DEPARTMENT REPORTS

COUNTY COORDINATOR

Fred Moody

Discussion and direction on mileage rates, per diem rate is currently 44.5 cents per mile as adopted with Resolution 2006-35. IRS standard mileage rates for 2013 have increased and are now 56.5 cents per mile for business miles driven.

Mr. Moody requested direction from the Board regarding mileage rates stating the IRS had increased the mileage rate to 56.5 cents per mile for 2013.

The Board agreed by Consensus to have a Resolution prepared by Atty. Brown to reflect the mileage rate for Levy County to match the rate adopted by the IRS of 56.5 cents per mile.

EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT

Mark S. Johnson, Director

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

Mr. Johnson requested Board approval to accept the Agreement for the State Homeland Security Grant Program (SHSGP). The Agreement is from October 1, 2012 to April 30, 2014. This is a cost reimbursement Agreement for costs incurred not to exceed $10,923.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to accept the Agreement for the State Homeland Security Grant Program as requested. Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

LEVY COUNTY TRANSIT

Connie Conley, General Manager

Request approval for Hazard Safety and Security Plan. (HSP)

Ms. Conley requested Board approval for the Hazard Safety and Security Plan (HSP).

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve the Hazard Safety and Security Plan as requested. Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

Request approval to amend the project description for 2013 5311 Grant submission.

Ms. Conley requested Board approval to amend the project description for the 2013 5311 Grant submission. She explained a project description was requested by the State before approval.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the amendment for the 2013 5311 Grant submission. Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

Request approval of the revised Form 424 and project description (Exhibit B) for “2012” 5316 Grant application. The application was submitted January, 2012 due to the lack of Federal funding we were asked to revise the initial request.

Ms. Conley requested Board approval of the revised Form 424 and project description (Exhibit B) for the 2012 5316 Grant application which is a 50/50 grant. Due to the lack of Federal funding they have been asked to revise the initial request. The initial request was made in the amount of $450,000 and has been revised to request $143,456.

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve the revised Form 424 and project description for the 2012 5316 Grant application as requested. Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

LIBRARY

Lisa Brasher, Director

Request the appointment of Russell Wells to the PAL Library Co-Op Board for a three year term.

Ms. Brasher requested Board approval of Russell Wells to the PAL Library Co-Op Board for a three year term.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve Russell Wells to the PAL Library Co-Op Board for a three year term. Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

PUBLIC SAFETY

David Knowles, Director

Request approval and Chairman’s signature on the Physio Control Technical Services Support Agreement for the Annual Maintenance Agreement on the LifePak defibrillators/heart monitors and AED’s.

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval and Chairman’s signature on the Physio Control Technical Services Support Agreement for the Annual Maintenance Agreement on the LifePak defibrillators/heart monitors and AED’s. The Agreement covers on-site repairs, batter replacement, and labor necessary to restore damaged or defective equipment on the heart monitors used by the Department of Public Safety.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the Chairman’s signature on the Physio Control Technical Services Support Agreement for the Annual Maintenance Agreement as requested. Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

Request Chairman’s signature on the Plum Creek Foundation Grant Application for the purchase of 12 new portable VHF radios.

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval for the Chairman’s signature on the Plum Creek Foundation Grant Application which will be used to purchase twelve portable VHF radios. This will assist the County in becoming compliant with the Federal Communications Commission narrow banding mandate.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the Chairman’s signature on the Plum Creek Foundation Grant Application as requested. Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

Request approval to replace two SUV command staff vehicles.

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval to replace two SUV command staff vehicles. The information listed below reflects the quotes received for one vehicle:

Maroone Chrysler,

Pembroke Pines (State Contract) 2013 Dodge Ram 4×4 $43,400.00

Alan Jay Automotive,

Sebring (State Contract) 2013 GMC Sierra 2500HD 4×4 $40,624.00

Scoggins Chevrolet, Chiefland 2013 Chevrolet 2500HD 4×4 $39,871.50

Comm. Stevens made a motion to purchase the vehicles from Scoggins Chevrolet, the lowest bid, at $39,871.50. Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

COUNTY ATTORNEY

Anne Bast Brown

Request approval of Agreement with SGC Governmental Affairs, LLC for consulting services related to the RESTORE Act.

Atty. Brown requested Board approval of the Agreement with SGC Governmental Affairs, LLC for consulting services related to the RESTORE Act. As requested, Atty. Brown had reviewed and developed an agreement with SGC Governmental Affairs, LLC for review by the Board.

Comm. Bell spoke regarding the Agreement with SGC Governmental Affairs, LLC expressing his concerns related to the fees with respect to the size and population of each county involved.

After discussion, the Commissioners agreed the cost related to being a part of the RESTORE Act needed to be addressed before making a decision on the Agreement as presented by Atty. Brown.

NON-AGENDA ITEM

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

Comm. Meeks then made a motion authorizing the Chair to send a firm letter following the suggested minimum payment of $1,200 and also the authority to go to the $3,182 amount for the six month period. Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve the Agreement with SGC Governmental Affairs, LLC as presented. Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

Discussion and direction on resolution establishing the RESTORE Act Advisory Committee.

Atty. Brown presented the Board with Resolution 2013-08 establishing the Levy County RESTORE Act Advisory Committee for discussion and direction. The resolution creates an advisory committee as directed, with nine members from various disciplines related to allowed uses for RESTORE Act funds.

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve Resolution 2013-08 with changes regarding the term limits of those appointed to the Advisory Committee. Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

PUBLIC COMMENTS

Linda Fugate spoke to the Board and gave an update regarding the construction of a new Williston Branch of the Tax Collector’s Office.

Renate Cannon asked Mr. Moody about the North Florida Broadband meeting.

Mr. Moody answered the grant was extended to March 31st.

Sallie Ann Collins of Morriston reported of the disappointment with the recent closing of the Senior Center in Williston. She asked if there was a contract with the Suwannee River Economic Council?

Comm. Bell recommended speaking with Suwannee River Economic Council and Connie Conley offered Ms. Collins the name of a contact person.

COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS

Comm. Johnson stated the Levy County Education Foundation is coming up on February 2^nd at Bronson High School.

Comm. Meeks reported he had recently attended a “New Commissioner” orientation.

Comm. Bell spoke of the RESTORE Act.

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 11:29 A.M.

ATTEST: BOARD OFCOUNTYCOMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY,FL

____________________________________ ____________________________________

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

BOCC Regular Meeting – December 18, 2012

January 15, 2013 by SuperAdmin

REGULAR MEETING

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

DECEMBER 18, 2012

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

Chairman Danny Stevens

Comm. Chad Johnson

Comm. John Meeks

Comm. Ryan Bell

Comm. Mike Joyner

Also present were:

CountyAttorney– Anne Bast Brown

CountyCoordinator– Fred Moody

Clerk of Court – Danny Shipp

Comm. Stevens called the Meeting to order at 9:04 A.M. Comm. Johnson gave the invocation, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.

EXPENDITURES

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

CHECK NUMBER	110098-110248
FUND	AMOUNT
GENERAL REVENUE	502,390.17
ROAD	31,597.82
SHIP	45,190.00
NSP	15,007.00
TRANSPORTATION	29,028.57
911	29,866.87
COURT FACILITIES	39.95
PROGRESS ENERGY	1,091.46
EMS	41,161.12
FIRE	6,059.79
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT	4,507.33
UTILITIES	907.10
COMMUNICATION	21,362.58
ADD COURT COSTS	1,850.80
CAPITAL PROJECTS	6,000.00
LANDFILL	77,744.71
TOTAL	$ 813,805.27

MINUTES

The minutes for the Regular Board Meeting on November 20, 2012 were presented for Board approval.

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve the minutes for the Regular Board Meeting held on November 20, 2012 as presented. Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

HEALTH CARE ADVISORY BOARD

Presenting information about health in Levy County and some ways that the HCAB may serve the Board of County Commissioners.

Swain Strickland spoke to the Board on behalf of the Health Care Advisory Board presenting information about the County’s National Health Care ranking.

SUPERVISOR OF ELECTIONS

Connie Asbell

Request permission to donate broken computers to LARC.

Mrs. Asbell advised the Board she had several computers, printers and keyboards which were no longer usable and requested approval to donate them to LARC.

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve donation of computers, printers and keyboards no longer usable from the Supervisor of Elections office to LARC as requested. Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.

ALFRED KOCH

Requesting permission to speak before the Commissioners concerning the Ambulance Service Non-ad Valorem Assessments.

Mr. Koch spoke to the Board with regard to his EMS Tax Assessment and questioned why he has received an additional $200 bill with his yearly tax bill.

Comm. Stevens responded to Mr. Koch’s questions and explained how the Ambulance Service Non-ad Valorem Assessments were calculated.

ROAD DEPARTMENT

Bruce Greenlee, Administrative Superintendent

Request to place NE 80^th St. on paving list.

Mr. Greenlee requested Board approval to place NE 80^th Street on the paving list.

Comm. Meeks made a motion to add NE 80^th Street to the paving list. Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

Request adoption of a Resolution 2012-71 to schedule a public hearing on Tuesday, January 22, 2013 at 9:00 A.M. for closure of a dedicated right-of-way of NW 50^th Avenue as requested by Petitioners, Edmund T. and Donna D. Parada.

Mr. Greenlee requested Board approval of Resolution 2012-71 to schedule a Public Hearing on Tuesday, January 22, 2013 at 9:00 A.M. for closure of a dedicated right-of-way of NW 50^th Avenue as requested by Petitioners, Edmund T. and Donna D. Parada.

Comm. Bell made a motion to adopt Resolution 2012-71 as requested. Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

Bruce Greenlee requested the Board hear a non-agenda item.

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

Andrew Carswell of Mills Engineering presented bid information to the Board for the paving of LCR 464 as follows:

Anderson Columbia Co., Inc. $ 925,395.50

APAC-Southeast, Inc. $1,117,188.20

John C. Hipp Construction Equipment Co. $ 984,614.86

V.E. Whitehurst & Sons, Inc. $ 834,560.00

Mr. Burleson presented the Certificate of Qualification for V.E. Whitehurst & Sons, Inc. to Mr. Carswell and the Board.

Mr. Carswell stated the recommendation of Mills Engineering is to accept the bid from V.E. Whitehurst & Sons, Inc. as they were the lowest bidder.

Comm. Joyner made a motion to accept the bid from V.E. Whitehurst & Sons, Inc. as presented and authorize the chair to sign. Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.

Ms. Cannon spoke to the Board objecting to their decision to approve V.E. Whitehurst & Sons, Inc. as the bid was not complete.

COUNTY COORDINATOR

Fred Moody

Request approval USDA Service Office Lease Amendment #4.

Mr. Moody informed the Board since the FSA had been relocated from the Ag. building in Bronson to Gilchrist county, the proposed Lease Amendment #4 would be at a reduced amount. There will now be 1,006 of usable square feet of space in the amount of $16,458.16 at the rate of $1,371.51 per month effective December 1, 2012 through June 1, 2013.

Comm. Bell made a motion to approve the USDA Service Office Lease Agreement #4 as requested. Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

LEVY COUNTY TRANSIT

Connie Conley, General Manager

Request approval of Shirley Conroy Rural Area Capital Assistance Program Grant Contract.

Ms. Conley requested Board approval of the Shirley Conroy Rural Area Capital Assistance Program Grant Contract. The Grant has been approved for $64,776 for a new bus and has a 10% match amount of $6,477.60.

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve the Shirley Conroy Rural Area Capital Assistance Program Grant Contract as requested. Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.

SUN RAY TAVERN – WILLARD’S RESTAURANT & LOUNGE

Tom Trammell, Sonny Innsbrook

Request to change closing hours from 12:00 A.M. to 2:00 A.M.

Mr. Trammell requested the Board allow his business to stay open two hours longer than the currently permitted closing time of 12:00 A.M. He stated he is losing customers to other businesses in the neighboring county which stay open longer.

Comm. Stevens stated there is an Ordinance in place which does not allow a business selling alcohol to stay open past 12:00 A.M. Changing this would require Public Hearings and he is not in favor of doing this.

Mr. Trammell requested the Board consider changing the Ordinance.

After discussion, it was the consensus of the Board to have Atty. Brown research this topic and bring information back to the Board.

COUNTY AGENT

Albert Fuller, Director

Presenting three quotes for the purchase of a new truck for Agriculture Agent Anthony Drew.

Mr. Fuller presented the Board with three quotes for the purchase of a truck for Ag. Agent, Anthony Drew.

State Contract $17,241 2013 Ford F150 4 x 4

Scoggins Chevrolet $21,083.11 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4 x 4

White Ford $28,555 2013 Ford F140 4 x 4

Chiefland Chrysler/Dodge/Jeep $23,922.50 2012 Dodge Ram 1500

Comm. Bell made a motion to approve the purchase for the State Contract amount of $17,241 as presented. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

Barbara Edmonds, UF/IFAS Extension Master Gardeners

Presenting the Board of County Commissioners with a check representing the value of volunteer hours donated by Nature Coast Master Gardeners to educate citizens in homeowner horticulture.

Ms. Edmonds presented a check to the Board in the amount of $38,520, which represents the value of the volunteer hours donated by Nature Coast Master Gardeners to educate citizens in homeowner horticulture.

PUBLIC SAFETY

David Knowles, Director

Request Board approval to lease the Levy County DOC Correctional Facility located on CR 343 at a cost of $300.00 per year.

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval to lease the Levy County DOC Correctional Facility located on CR 343 in the amount of $300 per year.

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve the lease with State of Florida DOC for the Correctional Facility located on CR 343 as requested. Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.

Request approval to put the succession plan in place.

Mr. Knowles stated the Department of Safety has created a succession plan in order for the Department to operate in an efficient and orderly fashion in the case of the Director’s unexpected absence.

Request approval to give the Assistant to the Director, Alesha Arnold, signature authority in the event of the Director’s absence.

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval to give Assistant to the Director, Alesha Arnold, signature authority in the event of the Director’s absence. This item goes with item B.

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve the succession plan and to give signature authority to Alesha Arnold in the event of the Director’s absence as requested. Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval to present a non-agenda item.

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

Mr. Knowles presented information to the Board concerning repairs to the radio communications building at the Sheriff’s Office. An Agreement with the construction company has been prepared by Atty. Brown and Mr. Knowles. At this point there is a signed Agreement in the amount of $14,032.74. Mr. Knowles requested Board approval of the Agreement.

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve the Agreement as presented in the amount of $14,032.74. Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.

SHIP

Shenley Neely, Director

Request a motion to approve recommendation of no changes to Levy County’s current Affordable Housing Incentives.

Ms. Neely requested Board approval of the recommendation of no changes to Levy County’s current Affordable Housing Incentives.

Comm. Bell made a motion to approve the recommendation of no changes as presented. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

COUNTY ATTORNEY

Anne Bast Brown

Request approval of Resolution 2012-69 electing to use the Uniform Method of Collecting Non-ad Valorem Special Assessments for Fire Protection Services and facilities levied within the unincorporated area of the county and the municipal limits of the Town of Yankeetown.

Atty. Brown requested Board approval of Resolution 2012-69 which will include the Town of Yankeetown in the Fire Assessment Program. Approval of a Resolution is statutorily required as is a Public Hearing.

Comm. Stevens asked if there was anyone in the audience to speak for against the item stated above. There were none.

Comm. Bell made a motion to approve Resolution 2012-69 as presented. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

PUBLIC COMMENTS

Dana Sheffield spoke to the Board and wished everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS

Comm. Johnson offered congratulation to representatives to the State Science Fair from area schools. He also reported of Levy County FFA contest recipients. Comm. Johnson also wished everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

Comm. Joyner wished everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

Comm. Bell informed everyone Seahorse Key will hold an Open House from 10:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. on the 22^nd. He also presented skills gap information for the Commissioners review.

Provide information and status report on the RESTORE Act (Resources & Ecosystems Sustainability, Tourist Opportunities and Revived Economies) of the Gulf Coast States Act of 2012 and Gulf Consortium.

Comm. Bell provided information and a status report on the RESTORE Act of the Gulf Coast States Act of 2012 and Gulf Consortium.

Comm. Johnson made a motion to waive the bid process and have Mr. Williams come in to give an educational presentation to the Board. Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.

Discuss NW 80^th Street position on the road paving list.

Comm. Bell spoke to the Board regarding re-prioritizing NW 80^th Street which is in his district. It is not in need of paving at this time, but is on the list. He asked if the Commissioners would like to move this road down on the list or remove it completely.

After discussion, Comm. Joyner made a motion to rotate NW 80^th Street to bottom of list. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

Mrs. Cannon spoke to the Board stating the rules of placing a road on the paving list and feels it should be removed completely.

Comm. Bell wished everyone a Merry Christmas.

Comm. Meeks reported the Wreaths Across America was a success. Bronson will be hosting Christmas in the Park on Friday, December 21^st, beginning at 5:00 P.M. at the Youth League Field. Comm. Meeks reported he and Comm. Joyner attended the Withlacoochee Regional Planning Council year end meeting.

Mr. Moody reported of the recent North Florida Broadband meeting he had attended and stated it is moving forward.

Comm. Stevens asked for nominations for Chairman and Vice-Chairman for the upcoming year.

Comm. Meeks made a nomination for Comm. Bell to serve as Chairman for 2013. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

Comm. Bell made a nomination for Comm. Johnson to continue as Vice-Chairman for 2013. Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

These appointments will take effect at the next meeting.

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 11:13 A.M.

ATTEST: BOARD OFCOUNTYCOMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY,FL

____________________________________ ____________________________________

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

BOCC Regular Meeting – December 4, 2012

January 15, 2013 by SuperAdmin

REGULAR MEETING

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

DECEMBER 4, 2012

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

Chairman Danny Stevens

Comm. Chad Johnson

Comm. John Meeks

Comm. Ryan Bell

Comm. Mike Joyner

Also present were:

CountyAttorney– Anne Bast Brown

CountyCoordinator– Fred Moody

Clerk of Court – Danny Shipp

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

EXPENDITURES

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

CHECK NUMBER	109831-110097
FUND	AMOUNT
GENERAL REVENUE	1,118,786.01
ROAD	165,646.98
SHIP	18,018.00
NSP	5,462.87
TRANSPORTATION	38,412.74
911	14,000.00
COURT FACILITIES	4.00
PROGRESS ENERGY	4,524.15
EMS	141,293.59
FIRE	17,542.62
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT	4,934.52
UTILITIES	463.47
ADD COURT COSTS	550.80
IMPACT FEES – EMS	1,506.41
DEBT SERVICE	7,920.66
LANDFILL	15,002.47
TOTAL	$ 1,554,069.29

MINUTES

The minutes for the regular meeting on November 6, 2012 were presented for Board approval.

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve the minutes for the regular meeting held on November 6, 2012 as presented. Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.

ZONING

Rob Corbitt, Director

Petition No. PP 1-12, Preliminary Plat of “Nishia Village.”

Atty Brown swore in those in the audience wishing to speak for or against the Petition.

Atty. Brown then asked if any of the Commissioners had any ex-parte communications with the petitioners.

Mr. Corbitt requested Board approval of Petition No. PP 1-12, Preliminary Plat of “Nishia Village” on behalf of Croft Land Surveying who represents Venetta Anderson. Mr. Corbitt stated the parcel contains 8.02 acres more or less and will consist of five 1 acre lots. The zoning designation is “RR-2” Rural Residential and the land use is “LDR” Low Density Residential.

Comm. Stevens asked if there was anyone in the audience wishing to speak for or against the Petition. There were none.

Comm. Bell made a motion to approve Petition No. PP 1-12 as presented. Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

UNITY FAMILY COMMUNITY CENTER

Ms. Annie Battles, Ms. Joyce Wilson

Presenting details of grant opportunities to Levy County from the Department of Health & Department of Children and Families.

Ms. Wilson spoke to the Board explaining grant opportunities which are available to Levy County from the Department of Health & Department of Children and Families.

OPPOSITION OF ALAN FANT COMPOST DEVELOPMENT

Gary Bennett, Kathy Joe Rindernecht, Cecil Benton, Kelly Morgan, Hal Phillips,

Presenting a petition opposing the ongoing development of Mr. Alan Fant’s dump of horse stall compost.

A group of land owners in the Morriston area spoke to the Board requesting action regarding a horse compost development on property owned by Alan Fant. The following individuals spoke in opposition to the ongoing development:

Gary Bennett

Kathy Joe Rindernecht

Cecil Benton

Kelly Morgan

Hal Phillips

Kathy Bennett

The above listed landowners stated their reasons for opposing the horse compost on Mr. Fant’s property is:

Dramatic increase in flies, especially in warm weather

Hazardous potential to the groundwater source

Decrease in land values

Strong foul smell

Unsightly

Material brought in from out of county

Wear and tear on county roads used to transport material in

Negligible value for crop fertilizer value

Mr. Corbitt spoke and Code Enforcement Officer, Ted spoke to the Board and stated Mr. Fant is not in any violation of any Levy County Codes. He stated he has no authority to enforce any State Laws, and according to DEP, Mr. Fant is exempt from any State Statutes or State Laws which would prevent this type of composting operation.

Mr. Fant spoke to the Board, addressing concerns by those which spoke earlier and informing them of his farms cooperation and compliance with inspections which have been done. He explained the process of how the horse bedding material on his property is turned into usable compost. Mr. Fant also provided for the Commissioner’s review, information from Levy County Ag. Extension Agent, Anthony Drew supporting the composting of horse bedding material done on his farm.

Comm. Stevens stated Mr. Fant’s horse bedding composting operation is not in violation of any County Code and the Board has no authority with regard to State Laws and Regulations. It was the Board’s position to take no action.

The meeting recessed at 10:33 A.M.

The meeting reconvened at 10:47 A.M.

COUNTY AGENT

Albert Fuller, Director

Request budget increase and approve the purchase of a new truck for the Agricultural Agent.

Mr. Fuller requested Board approval for a budget increase for the purchase of a new truck for the Ag. Extension Agent, Anthony Drew. Mr. Fuller explained Mr. Drew is currently driving a 1991 Ford with 300,000 miles. It has reached a point where the current repair costs to make the vehicle safe and reliable to drive are much greater than the value of the vehicle once repaired.

Comm. Bell made a motion to approve going out for bids on a replacement vehicle for the Ag. Extension Agent. Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT

Mark S. Johnson, Director

Request to accept the Progress Energy Contract (Amendment No. 6)

Mr. Johnson requested Board approval to accept the Progress Energy Contract, Amendment No. 6 which extends the completion date of the Contract from September 30, 2012 to September 30, 2014. The non-matching amounts are:

2012-2013 2013-2014

$125,210 $118,315

Comm. Bell made a motion to accept the Progress Energy Contract Amendment No. 6 as presented. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

Request to accept the Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG)

Modification #1 to Sub-grant Agreement.

Mr. Johnson requested Board approval to accept the Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG) in the amount of $58,348. The agreement period is from July 1, 2012 to June 30, 2013 in the amount of $58,348.

Comm. Bell made a motion to accept the EMPG as presented. Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

Request approval to purchase Radiation Detection Meters.

Mr. Johnson requested Board approval to purchase 27 handheld Radiation Detection Meters from DEQ Technical Sales, LLC in the amount of $17,366. This purchase is funded by Progress Energy.

Comm. Bell made a motion to approve the purchase of Radiation Detection Meters as presented. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

PUBLIC SAFETY

David Knowles, Director

Williams Communications, Harris Communications and the State of Florida would like to request Levy County to donate or form a long-term lease for a one acre parcel in the Williston area.

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval for either a donation or long-term lease on a one acre parcel in the Williston area with Williams Communications, Harris Communications and the State of Florida to erect a tower to enhance the SLERS communication system.

The Board agreed by consensus to move forward to work with this project.

Request approval to apply for the Florida Forest Service Volunteer Fire Assistance Grant for the following stations: Fowlers Bluff, Morriston/Montbrook, Rosewood and Yankeetown.

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval to apply for the Florida Forest Service Volunteer Fire Assistance Grant for Fowlers Bluff, Morriston/Montbrook, Rosewood, and Yankeetown Fire Departments. This is a 50/50 grant and if awarded, will offset the cost of items already budgeted for the year in these departments.

Comm. Bell made a motion to approve application for the Florida Forest Service Volunteer Fire Assistance Grant as requested. Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

PUBLIC COMMENT

Mike McDonald with Basic Two-Way Radio in Ocala spoke to the Board apologizing for an error in a sales letter sent to the County Commissioners and others in Levy County regarding ICom.

Mr. Moody informed the Board the next North Florida Broadband meeting will be on Wednesday, December 12^th at the Quality Inn in Palatka. This is the same day as the Legislative Delegation meeting to be held in Courtroom A.

COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS

Comm. Johnson attended the ribbon cutting ceremony for the Dental Clinic at the Health Department last month and commended those who worked to help make the changes to the building possible.

Central Florida Community College in Chiefland has opened their welding facility and Comm. Johnson invited the other Commissioners to check it out.

FFA Sub-Districts will be on Thursday, December 13^th at Bronson First Baptist.

Comm. Bell commended the Chiefland Chamber of Commerce for their work on the Chiefland Winter Festival this past Saturday. Inglis will have their Christmas Festival this Saturday, the 8^th and on December 22^nd will be an Open House at Seahorse Key from 10: A.M. to 4:00 P.M.

Comm. Meeks informed everyone on December 15^th at 12:00 P.M. at Rosemary Cemetery in Bronson, the Sons of AmVets Post 88 will be holding their wreath laying ceremony for Wreaths Across America.

On December 21^st will be holding their annual “Winter in the Park”.

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, Danny Stevens

BOCC Regular Meeting – November 6, 2012

January 15, 2013 by SuperAdmin

REGULAR MEETING

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

NOVEMBER 6, 2012

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on November 6, 2012 at 9:00 AM in the Levy County Board of County Commissioners meeting room, with the following Commissioners present:

Chairman Danny Stevens

Comm. Chad Johnson

Comm. Marsha Drew

Comm. Ryan Bell

Comm. Mike Joyner

Also present were:

CountyAttorney– Anne Bast Brown

CountyCoordinator– Fred Moody

Comm. Stevens called the Meeting to order at 9:05 A.M. Osborn Barker gave the invocation, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.

EXPENDITURES

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

CHECK NUMBER	109530-109703
FUND	AMOUNT
GENERAL REVENUE	1,261,936.83
ROAD	176,599.00
SHIP	19,431.00
COURT TECH/CRIM PREV	10,517.11
TRANSPORTATION	10,341.86
911	14,000.00
COURT FACILITIES	23.00
PROGRESS ENERGY	1,729.46
EMS	47,222.34
FIRE	50,910.56
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT	4,560.63
UTILITIES	5,200.27
ADD COURT COSTS	3,031.37
DEBT SERVICE	9,000.00
LANDFILL	70,498.61
TOTAL	$ 1,685,002.04

PRESENTATION TO COMM. DREW

Comm. Stevens made a presentation to Comm. Drew in appreciation for her service as a Commissioner.

LEVY COUNTY TAX COLLECTOR

Linda Fugate

Request to allow the Tax Collector to retain $125,000 of Operating Expenses.

Mrs. Fugate requested the Board allow the office of the Tax Collector to retain $125,000 of Operating Expenses until a distribution is received in order to have funds in which to operate. Tax bills are being mailed out today, and funds are expected to be available by the end of the month. The Tax Collector’s office should be able to reimburse this money back to the Board by the end of the year.

Comm. Bell made a motion to allow the Levy County Tax Collector to retain $125,000 of Operating Expense as requested. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

LEVY COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD

Jeff Edison

Presenting an update to the Board of County Commissioners regarding Levy County School Board’s pursuit of special facility funding for a new school in Williston and plans as to what to do with the current Williston High School and Middle School Facilities.

Mr. Edison spoke to the Board, advising them of the Levy County School Board’s intent to pursue funding assistance from the State for new Middle and High School facilities in Williston. The existing buildings will be available if the county has a use for them.

LEVY COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE

Patty Galyean, Executive Assistance

Request approval/signature on the Certificate of Acceptance for the 2012 Application of the Levy County Multi-Jurisdictional Task Force 21 Grant, through Florida Department of Law Enforcement, Justice Assistance Grant Program, $48,644.00.

Sheriff Johnny Smith requested on behalf of Mrs. Galyean Board approval/signature on the Certificate of Acceptance for the 2012 Application of the Levy County Multi-Jurisdictional Task Force 21 Grant in the amount of $48,644.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve and have the Chairman sign the Certificate of Acceptance as presented. Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.

LEVY COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE

Major Michael Sheffield, Director of Corrections

Review pending Agreement with Simplex Grinnell regarding inmate visitation system.

Major Sheffield reviewed with the Board the pending Agreement with Simplex Grinnell regarding the Inmate Visitation System. Atty. Brown stated there are two items to approve, the Licensing Agreement and the Addendum addressing Article 3, Additional Services.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the Licensing Agreement with Simplex Grinnell regarding the Inmate Visitation System authorizing the Chairman to sign and the Addendum addressing Article 3 as requested. Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.

PUBLIC COMMENTS

Barbara Locke thanked the Board for their help with the opening of a Dental Clinic at the Levy County Health Department. The Clinic will serve children up to the age of 21 and is expected to open to the public in about three weeks. There will be a Grand Opening on Thursday, November 15^th and Mrs. Locke invited all the Commissioners to attend.

COUNTY COORDINATOR

Fred Moody

Request approval of the Funding Agreement for the Provision of Mental Health and Addiction Services; Meridian Behavioral Healthcare, Inc.

Mr. Moody requested Board approval of the Funding Agreement for the Provision of Mental Health and Addiction Services; Meridian Behavioral Healthcare in the amount of $50,000 for fiscal year 2012-2013.

Comm. Bell made a motion to approve the Funding Agreement for Meridian Behavioral Healthcare as presented. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

Request approval of the Master Consulting Services Agreement. This is an agreement between Levy County and Passero Associates, LLC, as a result of the RFP for the George T. Lewis Airport (Cedar Key).

Mr. Moody requested Board approval of the Master Consulting Services Agreement with Passero Associates, LLC regarding the George T. Lewis Airport in Cedar Key.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the Master Consulting Services Agreement with Passero Associates, LLC as requested. Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.

Request Board direction for suggested dates for Chairman and Vice-Chairman appointments.

Mr. Moody requested Board direction for dates to appoint Chairman and Vice-Chairman.

After discussion among the Commissioners, Comm. Joyner made a motion to appoint Chairman and Vice-Chairman at the last meeting in December. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

HUMAN RESOURCES

Jacqueline Martin, Human Resource Manager

Present proposed Memorandum of Agreement with FirstLab to participate in the Florida Department of Transportation and FirstLab, Third party Administrator (TPA), Florida Statewide Drug & Alcohol Testing Services contract RFP-11/12-9004-DC, effective August 22, 2012.

Mr. Moody presented on behalf of Mrs. Martin the Memorandum of Agreement with FirstLab to participate in the FDOT and FirstLab, Third party Administrator, Florida Statewide Drug & Alcohol Testing Services contract, effective August 22, 2012. Mr. Moody explained this will allow the County to piggy-back with FDOT and FirstLab for Statewide Drug & Alcohol Testing Services resulting in a cost savings for the county.

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

CORRESPONDENCE

Karen Blackburn

Request approval for 2013 County Holidays.

Mrs. Blackburn presented the proposed 2013 County Holidays listed below to the Board for approval.

Holiday Observed

New Year’s Day Tuesday, January 1, 2013

Martin Luther King Day Monday, January 21, 2013

Good Friday Friday, March 29, 2013

Memorial Day Monday, May 27, 2013

Independence Day Thursday, July 4, 2013

Labor Day Monday, September 2, 2013

Veteran’s Day Monday, November 11, 2013

Thanksgiving Thursday, November 28 & Friday November 29, 2013

Christmas Tuesday, December 24 & Wednesday, December 25, 2013

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the 2013 County Holidays as presented. Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.

LIBRARY

Lisa Brasher, Director

Request approval of the 2012-2013 Annual Plan of Service; required for State Aid to Libraries.

Ms. Brasher requested Board approval of the 2012-2013 Annual Plan of Service; required for State Aid to Libraries.

Comm. Bell made a motion to approve the 2012-2013 Annual Plan of Service as requested. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

PUBLIC SAFETY

David Knowles, Director

Request approval to purchase twenty (20) SCBA cylinders for Levy County Fire Rescue. Ten-8 Fire Equipment, Inc. is the sole-source provider of this product in the State of Florida.

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval to purchase twenty (20) SCBA cylinders for Levy County Fire Rescue from Ten-8 Equipment, Inc. in the amount of $16,960. These new cylinders will replace the existing outdated cylinders currently in use.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the purchase of twenty (20) SCBA cylinders for Levy County Fire Rescue from Ten-8 Equipment, Inc. as presented. Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.

Request approval to purchase a pumper truck from Ferrara Fire Apparatus. The Department would also like to request to waive the bid process as this is a unique opportunity to purchase the unit at a significant cost savings.

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval to purchase a pumper truck from Ferrara Fire Apparatus. The unit was traded in by Crystal River Fire Department with a trade in value of $35,000. Ferrara Fire Apparatus has agreed to sell the apparatus to Levy County for the trade in value amount. This truck will replace a 1972 unit which is obsolete.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the purchase of a pumper truck from Ferrara Fire Apparatus in the amount of $35,000 as requested. Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

ROAD DEPARTMENT

Bruce Greenlee, Administrative Road Superintendent

Request to place Levy County Road 1024 a/k/a NE 131 Avenue on the paving list.

Mr. Greenlee requested Board approval to place LCR 1024 a/k/a NE 131 Avenue on the paving list.

After discussion among the Commissioners, Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve placing LCR 1024 a/k/a NE 131 Avenue on the paving list. The motion fails for lack of a second.

Yankeetown Mayor, Dawn Clary asked Mr. Greenlee if the Road Department could mow in town before the Seafood Festival. Mr. Greenlee answered the Road Department has been contacted and will be mowing before the festival.

SHIP

Shenley Neely, Director

Requesting a motion to approve Annual Reports submitted to Florida Housing Finance Corporation.

Ms. Neely requested Board approval of the Annual Reports submitted to Florida Housing Finance Corporation.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the Annual Reports submitted to Florida Housing Finance Corporation. Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.

SOLID WASTE

Benny Jerrels, Director

Request approval of the 2012-2013 Small County Consolidated Grant Agreement for State Assistance and authorize the Chair to sign the Agreement.

Mr. Jerrels requested Board approval and Chairman’s signature on the 2012-2013 Small County Consolidated Grant Agreement for State Assistance.

Comm. Bell made a motion to approve the 2012-2013 Small County Consolidated Grant Agreement for State Assistance and authorize the Chairman to sign as requested. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

COUNTY ATTORNEY

Anne Bast Brown

Request approval of a Lease Agreement for Wireless Communications Equipment Facilities with North Florida Broadband Authority.

Atty. Brown requested Board approval of a Lease Agreement for Wireless Communications Equipment Facilities with North Florida Broadband Authority. Approval of this Lease Agreement allows a lease of tower space at the Beck Park tower site.

Comm. Bell made a motion to approve the Lease Agreement for Wireless Communications Equipment Facilities with North Florida Broadband Authority as presented. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS

Comm. Joyner reminded everyone of the Veteran’s Day Parade coming up on the 12^th in Williston and asked if the other Commissioners would like to ride together.

Comm. Johnson informed the other Commissioners he would be resigning from the North Florida Broadband Authority and requested appointment of a new Commissioner.

The Board agreed to have the alternate Commissioner, Comm. Drew attend in his place for the upcoming meeting on November 14^th in Monticello at 11:00 A.M. or Mr. Moody if Comm. Drew cannot attend.

Comm. Drew extended her thanks to all those she had worked with as this would be her last meeting serving as Commissioner.

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

ATTEST: BOARD OFCOUNTYCOMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY,FL

____________________________________ ____________________________________

Clerk of Court, Danny J. Shipp Chairman

BOCC Regular Meeting – November 20, 2012

December 19, 2012 by SuperAdmin

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

NOVEMBER 20, 2012

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on November 20, 2012 at 9:00 AM in the Levy County Board of County Commissioners meeting room, with the following Commissioners present:

Chairman Danny Stevens

Comm. Chad Johnson

Comm. John Meeks

Comm. Mike Joyner

Also present were:

CountyAttorney– Anne Bast Brown

CountyCoordinator– Fred Moody

Comm. Stevens called the Meeting to order at 9:05 A.M. Osborn Barker gave the invocation, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.

SWEARING IN OF ELECTED COMMISSIONERS

Judge Browning swore in Comm. Danny Stevens and newly elected Commissioner John Meeks. Comm. Joyner was sworn in by Judge Glant.

The meeting recessed at 9:09 A.M.

The meeting reconvened at 9:14 A.M.

EXPENDITURES

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

CHECK NUMBER	109704 -109830
FUND	AMOUNT
GENERAL REVENUE	120,177.18
ROAD	86,790.54
SHIP	45,915.00
NSP	109.41
COURT TECH/CRIM PREV	1,887.20
TRANSPORTATION	8,164.59
911	27,922.93
COURT FACILITIES	8.00
PROGRESS ENERGY	20.51
EMS	6,626.64
FIRE	92,862.36
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT	2,178.19
CDBG	41.83
UTILITIES	1,751.64
ADD COURT COSTS	1,300.00
DEBT SERVICE	27,500.00
LANDFILL	59,170.88
TOTAL	$ 482,426.90

MINUTES

The minutes for the Special Meeting held on October 31, 2012 were presented to the Board for approval.

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve the minutes for the Special Meeting held on October 31, 2012 as presented. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Jordan Green, Bill Henderson

Presenting Florida Department of Transportation’s Tentative 5-Year Work Program, including new projects proposed to be added to the Work Program.

Mr. Green presented information to the Board regarding the Florida Department of Transportation’s Tentative 5-Year Work Program.

NATURE COAST BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL

David Pieklik, Executive Director

Presenting Progress Report

Mr. Pieklik presented the Quarterly Report of the Nature Coast Business Development Council to the Board.

TOWN OF INGLIS – RECREATION COMMITTEE

George O’Bier

Request approval of a temporary road closure on December 8^th, 2012 from 4:00 P.M. to 6:00 P.M. for the Christmas Parade; Highway 40 from Yankeetown Elementary School and North onto Inglis Avenue, ending at Food Ranch parking lot.

Mr. O’Bier requested Board approval for a temporary road closure for the Inglis Christmas Parade on December 8^th.

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve the temporary road closure as requested. Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

SHIP

Shenley Neely, Director

Request a motion to approve Deferred Payment Loan Agreement for Russell S. and Susan M. Meeks, Jr. – PA# 512 and Anetra N. Dexter – PA# 515.

Ms. Neely requested Board approval of Deferred Payment Loan Agreements for the following:

Russell S. and Susan M. Meeks, Jr. PA# 512

Anetra N. Dexter PA# 515

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve the Deferred Payment Loan Agreements as listed above. Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

Request a motion to approve Resolution 2012-70.
1. Recommendation of Award,
2. To waive the $65,000 cost limits,
3. To waive the requirement for each contractor to satisfactorily complete one job before receiving any additional contracts,
4. To waive the requirement to award contracts for housing units with bids greater than 15% above or below our Housing Rehabilitation Specialist’s estimates,
5. To award contracts for the first 10 prioritized recipients,
6. Consideration of a motion to conditionally approve the remaining 7 bids on condition that we ensure funds are available for any additional units beyond the initial 10 housing units being presented herein.

Jeffrey Winters of Jordan & Associates requested Board approval of Resolution 2012-70 adopting the CDBG Housing Rehabilitation contract documents to be utilized at the pre-construction conferences scheduled for November 28^th and 29^th.

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve Resolution 2012-70 as presented. Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

Mr. Winters presented Jordan & Associates Recommendation of Award for the CDBG Housing Rehabilitation Projects providing a Summary Agenda for the Board. The first ten (10) prioritized recipients are listed below:

Gary Southard Construction, LLC

LC-10: Betty Minton, 6750 NW 75^th Place, Chiefland – $26,150

Jeff White Construction, Inc.

LC-05: Wilma Jean Hammock, 13865 NE 55^th Street, Williston – $19,665

LC-07: Jack & Christine Mileski, 9850 NE 121^st Street, Archer – $25,515

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

LC-2: Roberto & Deborah Tarafa, 11811 SE SE 197^th Place, Dunnellon – $30,038

LC-03: Steven Killen, 21070 SE 68^th Lane, Morriston – $67,912

LC-04: Benny & Edith Lamb, 7871 NW 168^th Lane, Trenton – $67,912

M. J. Johnson Construction, Inc.

LC-08: J. C. Brown, 20680 NE 40^th Place, Williston – $73,700

Unison Development, LLC

LC-01: Victoria & Maggie Jackson, 21271 NE 40^th Place, Williston – $72,185

LC-06: Michael Hart, 13330 NE 9^th Street, Williston – $64,948

LC-09: Ana Febles, 10911 NE SR 24, Archer – $65,088

Mr. Winters also requested Board approval to waive the $65,000 cost limits, to waive the requirement for each contractor to satisfactorily complete one job before receiving additional contracts as well as waive the requirement to award contracts for housing units with bids greater than 15% above or below our Housing Rehabilitation Specialist’s estimates.

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve the above listed items 2 through 6 as presented. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

Mr. Winters requested the Board consider a motion to conditionally approve the remaining seven (7) bids on the condition of ensuring funds are available for any additional units beyond the initial ten (10) housing units being presented.

Comm. Johnson made a motion to conditionally approve the remaining seven (7) bids on the condition of working closely with county staff ensuring funds are available for any additional units beyond the initial ten (10) housing units being presented. Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

Mr. Winters requested the Board hear information regarding temporary relocation of the recipients required to move from their homes during construction.

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

Mr. Winters presented information to the Board regarding the expense of the temporary relocation of those receiving extensive home repairs. He recommended the Board set a cap on the expense amount allowed of $500 for requiring short-term relocation and $1,000 for recipients required to move out of their homes for 90 days.

After discussion, Comm. Johnson made a motion to allow for the expense of temporary relocation of individuals having extensive repairs done to their homes with a cap of $500 and $1,000 as recommended above. Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES. Comm. Meeks votes NO.

After the vote, the following individuals from the audience spoke: Dana Sheffield and Sallie Collins.

DEPARTMENT REPORTS

CORRESPONDENCE

Karen Blackburn

Withlacoochee Regional Planning Council requests approval of Lindon Lindsey’s re-appointment to the Levy County Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board. Mr. Lindsey will represent the voting member in the Handicapped Citizen category.

Mrs. Blackburn requests Board approval on behalf of the WRPC, the re-appointment Lindon Lindsey to the Levy County Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board as the voting member in the Handicapped Citizen category.

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve the re-appointment of Lindon Lindsey to the Levy County Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board as requested. Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

Withlacoochee Regional Planning Council requests approval of Dale French’s appointment to the Levy County Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board as an alternate in the Regional Workforce Development Board category.

Mrs. Blackburn requested Board approval on behalf of WRPC, the appointment of Dale French to the Levy County Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board as an alternate in the Regional Workforce Development Board category.

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve the appointment of Dale French to the Levy County Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board as requested. Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

Withlacoochee Regional Planning Council requests Levy County’s two appointments to the council; current appointments expire on December 12, 2012. New appointments are eligible to be sworn in at the December 13, 2012 Annual Meeting.

Mrs. Blackburn requested Board approval on behalf of WRPC, Levy County’s two appointments to the council as the current appointments will expire on December 12, 2012. The two Commissioners which are currently serving are Comm. Stevens and Comm. Bell.

After discussion, Comm. Meeks and Comm. Joyner agree to serve on the WRPC.

PUBLIC SAFETY

David Knowles, Director

Request approval of the Service Agreement between Levy County and Ewers Technology, LLC, d/b/a Fire Programs Software.

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval of the Service Agreement between Levy County and Ewers Technology, LLC, d/b/a Fire Programs Software. Fire Programs is a web-deployed records management software used by fire departments throughout the county to create, maintain, access, manage and report information related to emergency services.

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve the Service Agreement between Levy County and Ewers Technology, LLC, d/b/a Fire Programs Software as requested. Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

Present the quarterly report; identified the progress the Department has made in the fourth quarter.

Mr. Knowles presented the fourth quarter report to the Board of the Public Safety Department.

COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS

Comm. Johnson stated the Chiefland Student Government cake auction last night was a success. There will be another cake auction this evening at Cedar Key. If anyone would like to purchase a cake, but cannot attend, they can contact either Comm. Johnson or Oz Barker.

Comm. Johnson spoke of Broadband and reported to the Board the next FLOW meeting will be on December 10^th in Lake City at 6:00 P.M.

Comm. Joyner read to the Board a thank you letter to the Board and the Road Department from the Radacky family for the resurfacing of a road in the area in which they live.

Comm. Joyner thanked the other Commissioners for helping him through the last year as a new Commissioner.

Comm. Meeks expressed his thanks to the citizens of Levy County for electing him as Commissioner and stated he looks forward to serving for the next four years.

Dana Sheffield spoke from the audience and welcomed Comm. Meeks as a newly elected Commissioner.

Mr. Moody announced the Legislative Delegation meeting will be on December 12^th from 9:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M. in Courtroom A.

Jason Kennedy thanked Mr. Knowles and the Public Safety Department for the loan of a spare engine to the Town of Bronson recently.

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 10:56 A.M.

ATTEST: BOARD OFCOUNTYCOMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY,FL

____________________________________ ____________________________________

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

BOCC Regular Meeting – October 16, 2012

December 4, 2012 by SuperAdmin

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

OCTOBER 16, 2012

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on October 16, 2012 at 9:00 AM in the Levy County Board of County Commissioners meeting room, with the following Commissioners present:

Chairman Danny Stevens

Comm. Chad Johnson

Comm. Marsha Drew

Comm. Ryan Bell

Comm. Mike Joyner

Also present were:

Clerk of Court – Danny Shipp

CountyAttorney– Anne Bast Brown

CountyCoordinator– Fred Moody

Comm. Stevens called the Meeting to order at 9:03 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. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

CHECK NUMBER	109401-109529
FUND	AMOUNT
GENERAL REVENUE	688,192.74
ROAD	122,229.53
SHIP	7,680.00
NSP	10.34
TRANSPORTATION	4,133.37
COURT FACILITIES	75.00
PROGRESS ENERGY	20.51
EMS	49,548.57
FIRE	65,686.40
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT	5,615.51
CDBG	4,500.00
UTILITIES	2,117.53
ADD COURT COSTS	1,850.80
TOTAL	$ 991,660.30

MINUTES

The minutes for the Special Board Meeting held on September 29, 2012 and the Regular Meeting held on October 2, 2012 were presented for Board approval.

Comm. Bell made a motion to approve the minutes for the Special Meeting held on September 29, 2012 and the Regular Meeting held on October 2, 2012 as presented. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

SUWANNEE RIVER WATER MANAGEMENT DISTRICT

Ann Shortelle, Ph.D., Executive Director

Presentation of payment in lieu of taxes.

Ms. Shortelle gave a State of the Resource and Payment in Lieu of Taxes Presentation. The amount of the check was $30,401.84.

DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT – PUBLIC HEARING

Rob Corbitt, Development Department Director

Ordinance No. 2012-04, Flood Prevention

Atty. Brown informed the Board a second hearing would not be necessary, as previously informed. A decision could be made at the Public Hearing today.

Mr. Corbitt read into record the title of Ordinance No. 2012-04.

Comm. Stevens asked if there was anyone in the audience wishing to speak for or against the Ordinance as presented.

Dana Sheffield asked what agency is requiring the changes for this Ordinance?

Mr. Corbitt answered the changes came from the Florida Building Commission and the Federal Emergency Management Agency.

Comm. Stevens then closed the Public Comment portion of the Hearing.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve Ordinance No. 2012-04 as presented. Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.

WILLIAMS COMMUNICATIONS, INC.

A.J. Smith

Radio communications issues.

Mr. Smith spoke to the Board, introducing Brian Coker, Vice President and Ray Russell. He spoke regarding the State Law Enforcement System, which Levy County is a part of and the dependability of their radios.

NON-AGENDA ITEM

Mr. Moody requested the Board hear a non-agenda item regarding the Property Appraiser and the Tax Collector.

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

Linda Fugate, Levy County Tax Collector spoke to the Board informing them of the need to have the Tax Roll out by the first of November. The Value Adjustment Board Hearings have been altered this year, making them later than usual. Mrs. Fugate states Chapter 197.323 allows the Tax Collector to come to the Board and ask the Board to “order” the Property Appraiser to certify the tax roll. Osborn Barker, Levy County Property Appraiser is also in favor of this in order to get the tax roll out.

Comm. Joyner made a motion to have the Property Appraiser send out the tax roll. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

COUNTY COORDINATOR

Fred Moody

Ratification of Union Contract, LIUNA Local 630 for fiscal year 2010/2011.

Mr. Moody requested Board ratification of the Union Contract, LIUNA Local 630 for fiscal year 2010/2011.

Comm. Drew made a motion to ratify the Union Contract, LIUNA Local 630 for fiscal year 2010/2011 as requested. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

Requesting Board direction on our continued participation with North Florida Economic Development Partnership, membership dues of $2,038.35 (requested by 11/15/2012) and North Florida Economic Development Partnership Board of Directors appointments. (requested by 10/23/2012).

Mr. Moody requested Board direction regarding continued participation with North Florida Economic Development Partnership. Current membership dues are $2,038.35, requested by 11/15/12. Mr. Moody stated Board of Directors appointments are requested by 10/23/12.

Comm. Johnson made a motion to continue with the appointed member, Comm. Bell, until the regular Board meeting on December 4^th and appoint new members at this time. Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.

Comm. Bell discussed the possibility of giving a “one-time, $600 incentive bonus” to all full-time employees, including those employed by the Constitutional Officers. The estimated total amount is $311,414 calculated on 386 total employees.

Atty. Brown stated she would need to research and return with information to the Board at the November 6^th meeting before a vote was made.

CORRESPONDENCE

Karen Blackburn

Presenting a request from Swain Strickland with the Levy County Health Department suggesting a workshop after the next regular meeting on November 6^th, 2012 with this Board and the Health Care Advisory Board.

Mrs. Blackburn presented a requested from Swain Strickland regarding scheduling a Workshop after the next regular meeting on November 6^th with the Health Care Advisory Board.

The Commissioners discussed holding the requested Workshop during the second meeting in November or the first meeting in December, rather than on November 6^th, as requested.

Withlacoochee Regional Planning Council is requesting approval of a re-appointment to the Levy County Transportation Disadvantage Local Coordinating Board. The current voting member is Arthur Maruna from Chiefland.

Mrs. Blackburn requested Board approval to re-appoint Arthur Maruna to the Levy County Transportation Disadvantage Local Coordinating Board.

Comm. Bell made a motion to re-appoint Arthur Maruna to the Levy County Transportation Disadvantage Local Coordinating Board. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

Presenting a Proclamation of the Board of County Commissioners, Levy County, Florida proclaiming November, 2012 as “Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month.”

Mrs. Blackburn requested Board approval of the Proclamation for Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month for November, 2012.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month Proclamation for November, 2012 as requested. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

PLANNING

Shenley Neely, Planning Director

Recommend approval of renewal of the Levy County Service Agreement with the Withlacoochee Regional Planning Council (WRPC) for services needed through September 30, 2013.

Ms. Neely requested Board approval to renew the Levy County Service Agreement with the Withlacoochee Regional Planning Council (WRPC) for services needed through September 30, 2013.

Comm. Bell made a motion to approve renewal of the Levy County Service Agreement with the WRPC as requested. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

Recommend Board approve Notice of Intent to Terminate Contract for NSP 3 Administration and Activity Delivery Service with Roumelis Planning and Development Services, Inc. and approve letter providing Notice of Intent to Terminate Agreement/Contract.

Ms. Neely requested Board approval of the Notice of Intent to Terminate Contract for NSP 3 Administration and Activity Delivery Service with Roumelis Planning and Development Services, Inc. as well as a letter providing Notice of Intent to Terminate Agreement/Contract. Ms. Neely explained Levy County has worked with the State of Florida and the Levy/Gilchrist/Suwannee County Housing Authority to successfully execute a Subrecipient Agreement with the Housing Authority to assist with the administration of the NSP 3 Program for Levy County. A County contract with Roumelis Planning and Development Services, Inc. is no longer needed at this time.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the Notice of Intent to Terminate Contract for NSP 3 Administration and Activity Delivery Service with Roumelis Planning and Development Services, Inc. as well as a letter providing Notice of Intent to Terminate Agreement/Contract. Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.

PUBLIC SAFETY

David Knowles, Director

Department of Public Safety is requesting Board approval to piggyback off of the Lake County Fire Rescue Equipment Agreement with Bennett Fire Products.

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval to piggyback off of the Lake County Fire Rescue Equipment Agreement with Bennett Fire Products. Approval of this would allow Levy County to make purchases from Bennett Fire Products at a reduced rate. (See item C for approval)

Department is requesting the Board to issue a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity to provide Basic Life Support and Advanced Life Support services to the citizens of Levy County.

Mr. Knowles requested the Board issue a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity to provide Basic Life Support and Advanced Life Support services to the citizens of Levy County.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity as requested. Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.

Department is requesting Board approval to piggyback off of Lake County Fire Rescue Equipment agreement with Municipal Equipment Company.

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval to piggyback off of the Lake County Fire Rescue Equipment Agreement with Municipal Equipment Company. Approval of this would allow Levy County to make purchases Municipal Equipment Company at a reduced rate.

Comm. Bell made a motion to approve the Public Safety Department piggybacking off of the Lake County Fire Rescue Equipment Agreement with Bennett Fire Products and Bennett Fire Products with a cap of $40,000 each. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

SOLID WASTE

Benny Jerrels, Director

Request Board approve the renewal of Levy County’s Service agreement with the Withlacoochee Regional Planning Council for the new fiscal year 2013.

Rod Hastings requested on behalf of Mr. Jerrels Board approval to renew the Service Agreement between Levy County and the Withlacoochee Regional Planning Council for the new fiscal year 2013.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the renewal of the Service Agreement between Levy County and the Withlacoochee Regional Planning Council as requested. Second was made by Comm. Bell and the MOTION CARRIES.

Mr. Hastings stated the Solid Waste Department would like to purchase tires for a loader at the Transfer Station by using funds from the Small County Grant. He estimated the bids will run around $28,000 for the four tires. Mr. Hastings also stated the Solid Waste Department is in need of purchasing a vehicle lift for the shop and requested approval from the Board to obtain bids for these items.

The Board agreed to allow the Solid Waste Department request bids for the items stated and bring them back for approval.

TOURIST DEVELOPMENT

Carol McQueen, Director

Request to increase for funds amount for the Gulf Tourism and Seafood Promotional Fund Application.

Mrs. McQueen requested Board approval for an increase in the amount requested for the Gulf Tourism and Seafood Promotional Fund Application. The increased amount is now $433,400.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the request to increase the amount requested for the Gulf Tourism and Seafood Promotional Fund Application to the total amount of $433,400 as requested. Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

COUNTY ATTORNEY

Anne Bast Brown

Approve agreement with Nabors, Giblin & Nickerson, P.A. (“NGN”), to provide legal services to challenge contested Medicaid Billings on contingency plus cost basis; and

Authorize County Attorney to initiate and pursue Department of Administrative Hearings (“DOAH”) actions on behalf of the Board of County Commissioners on contested Medicaid billings if the total amount for the billings to be contested in any one action is less than $5,000, either through outside counsel or through Office of County Attorney resources.

Atty. Brown requested Board Approval of the Agreement with Nabors, Giblin & Nickerson, P.A. to represent the Board on a contingency basis (30% of amounts recovered plus costs) for at least the first two administrative challenges of Medicaid billings to DOAH and to authorize the County Attorney to file separate administrative actions with DOAH or any given month where the amount in dispute is less than $5,000, either through the use of NGN’s services or through the Office of the County Attorney.

Comm. Bell made a motion to approve the Agreement with “NGN” and to authorize Atty. Brown to file administrative actions with “DOAH” as requested. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS

Comm. Joyner announced the Veterans Day Parade will be on November 12^that 11:00 and asked if any of the Commissioners would like to ride together.

Comm. Joyner also announced there will be a Fall Festival at the Morriston Baptist Church on November 20^th.

Comm. Drew announced the Yankeetown Seafood Festival will be on November 17^th and 18^th.

Comm. Bell announced the Cedar Key Seafood Festival will be this weekend, October 20^th & 21^st. The LARC Ride to Provide event is also this Saturday.

The Haven Hospice event this past weekend was a success and Comm. Bell thanked all who attended.

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 10:44 A.M.

ATTEST: BOARD OFCOUNTYCOMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY,FL

____________________________________ ____________________________________

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

BOCC Regular Meeting – October 2, 2012

October 30, 2012 by SuperAdmin

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REGULAR MEETING

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

OCTOBER 2, 2012

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

Chairman Danny Stevens

Comm. Chad Johnson

Comm. Ryan Bell

Comm. Mike Joyner

Also present were:

Clerk of Court – Danny Shipp

CountyAttorney– Anne Bast Brown

CountyCoordinator– Fred Moody

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

EXPENDITURES

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

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

FLORIDA ASSOCIATION OF COUNTIES

Doug Darling

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

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

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

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

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

SHIP

Jeffrey Winter, Jordan & Associates

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

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

Victoria & Maggie Jackson, Williston Ana Febles, Archer

Roberto & Deborah Tarafa, Dunnellon Betty Minton, Chiefland

Steven Killen, Morriston Queen & Henry Thomas

Benny & Edith Lamb Betty Wolfe & Barbara Flores, Bronson

Wilma Jean Hammock Catherine Brown, Williston

Michael Hart Blucher & Tiffany Smith

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

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

Rowland Brock, Jr. & June Smith, Morriston

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

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

Donle Enterprises, Inc. Lindsey Custom Builders, Inc.

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

Gary Southard Construction, LLC Mike Discher Construction, LLC

Jeff White Construction, Inc. Unison Development, LLC

Jerry Orenchak General Contractors, Inc.

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

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

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

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

Aerostar SES, LLC $4,200

AGC Environmental Consulting, Inc. $1,075

Associated Consulting Professionals, Inc. $ 590

Lead Paint Solutions, LLC $ 705

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

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

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

LEVY COUNTY VISITORS BUREAU

Carol McQueen, Director

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

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

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

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

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

LEVY COUNTY TRANSIT

Connie Conley, Director

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

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

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

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

DEPARTMENT REPORTS

COUNTY COORDINATOR

Fred Moody

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

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

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

CORRESPONDENCE

Karen Blackburn

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

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

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

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

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

WILLIAMS COMMUNICATIONS, INC.

A.J. Smith

Radio communications issues. – TABLED –

EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT

Mark S. Johnson, Director

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

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

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

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

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

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

PUBLIC SAFETY

David Knowles, Director

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

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

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

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

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

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

COUNTY ATTORNEY

Anne Bast Brown

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

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

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

PUBLIC COMMENTS

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

WORKFORCE CONNECTION

Rusty Skinner

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

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

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

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

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

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

COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Mr. Moody answered he would look into this.

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

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

ZONING

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

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

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

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

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

ATTEST: BOARD OFCOUNTYCOMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY,FL

____________________________________ ____________________________________

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

BOCC Regular Meeting – September 18, 2012

October 9, 2012 by SuperAdmin

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

SEPTEMBER 18, 2012

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

Chairman Danny Stevens

Comm. Ryan Bell

Comm.ChadJohnson

Comm. Mike Joyner

Also present were:

Clerk of Court – Danny Shipp

CountyAttorney– Anne Bast Brown

CountyCoordinator– Fred Moody

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

EXPENDITURES

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

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

MINUTES

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

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

LEVY COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT

Barbara Locke, Administrator

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

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

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

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

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

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

TOWN OF OTTER CREEK

Atty. Brent Baris

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

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

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

GARDNYR MICHAEL CAPITAL, INC.

Ralph Cellon, Senior Vice President

Sales Tax Revenue Bonds, Series 2003 refunding.

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

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

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

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

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

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

JORDAN & ASSOCIATES

Jeffrey Winter

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

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

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

LEVY COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE

Mike West, 911 Coordinator

Request Chairman’s signature on CenturyLink Centurion Maintenance Contract.

Request Chairman’s signature on Intrado Evergreen Contract.

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

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

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

NATURE COAST BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL

David Pieklik, Executive Director

Presenting Progress Report.

Mr. Pieklik presented the progress report to the Board.

PUBLIC COMMENTS

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

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

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

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

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

MOSQUITO CONTROL

Matt Weldon, Director

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

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

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

LEVY COUNTY TRANSIT

Connie Conley, General Manager

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

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

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

SHIP

Shenley Neely, Director

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

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

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

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

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

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

DEVELOPMENT

Rob Corbitt, Director

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

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

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

PUBLIC SAFETY

David Knowles, Director

Request approval to purchase syringe pumps.

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

McKesson $24,600

Henry Schein $31,350

Smiths Medical $28,300

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

COUNTY COORDINATOR

Fred Moody

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

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

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

COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS

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

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

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

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

ATTEST: BOARD OFCOUNTYCOMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY,FL

____________________________________ ____________________________________

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

BOCC Regular Meeting – September 4, 2012

September 18, 2012 by SuperAdmin

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

SEPTEMBER 4, 2012

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

Chairman Danny Stevens

Comm. Marsha Drew

Comm. Ryan Bell

Comm.ChadJohnson

Comm. Mike Joyner

Also present were:

Clerk of Court – Danny Shipp

CountyAttorney– Anne Bast Brown

CountyCoordinator– Fred Moody

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

EXPENDITURES

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

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

MINUTES

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

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

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

NATURE COAST BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL

David Pieklik, Executive Director

Proposed 2012-13 Budget

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

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

DEPARTMENT REPORTS

COUNTY COORDINATOR

Fred Moody

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

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

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

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

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

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

Presenting Recapitulation for Board Signatures.

Mr. Moody requested Board approval of the Recapitulation Report.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT

Mark S. Johnson, Director

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

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

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

Blue Skies Professional Services $ 7,450

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

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

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

LIBRARY

Lisa Brasher, Director

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

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

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

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

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

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

PUBLIC SAFETY

David Knowles, Director

Request approval to purchase dual temperature cabinets for transport units.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Request Board direction to proceed with the narrowband compliance initiative.

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

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

ROAD DEPARTMENT

Bruce Greenlee, Administrative Road Superintendent.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Ring Power $ 8,731.92

Florida Track & Power $ 9,060.00

Heavyquip. $10,136.00

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

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

Request permission to repair motor grader #80.

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

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

CLERK OF COURT

Danny Shipp

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

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

COUNTY ATTORNEY

Anne Bast Brown

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

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

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

The meeting recessed at 10:30 A.M.

The meeting reconvened at 10:51 A.M.

COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS

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

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

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

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

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

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

Todd Zimmerman with Amherst Consulting from Orlando

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

Don Ramdass with Passero Associates, LLC from Jacksonville

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

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

Passero Associates, LLC
Avcon, Inc.
URS Corporation
Amherst Consulting

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

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

ATTEST: BOARD OFCOUNTYCOMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY,FL

____________________________________ ____________________________________

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