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BOCC Budget Hearing – September 20, 2010

July 24, 2012 by SuperAdmin

BUDGET HEARING

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

SEPTEMBER 20, 2010

The Budget Hearing of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on September 20, 2010, at 6:30 P.M. in the Levy County Board ofCountyCommissionersmeeting room, with the following Commissioners present:

Chairperson Nancy Bell

Vice Chairperson Danny Stevens

Comm. Marsha Drew

Comm. Lilly Rooks

Comm.ChadJohnson

Also present were:

Danny J. Shipp – Clerk of Court

CountyAttorney– Anne Bast Brown

CountyCoordinator– Fred Moody

Assistant to theCountyCoordinator– Dick Tummond

Chairperson Bell called the meeting to order at 6:30 P.M. Mr. Shipp gave the invocation, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.

Comm. Bell stated the purpose of this meeting was to adopt the Resolutions for the final millage and final budget for fiscal year 2010/2011.

A. Resolution 2010-54, Adopting Final Millage Rates.

Sheila Rees stated the actual rollback rate is 7.8436 and the proposed millage rate is 7.4212 which is 5.39% less than the rollback rate. Resolution 2010-54 is to adopt the final millage rate.

Comm. Drew made a motion to adopt Resolution 2010-54 setting the final millage rate as presented. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

B. Resolution 2010-55, Adopting Final Budget for Fiscal Year 2010/2011.

Mrs. Rees stated the budget had been advertised as required and requested the Board consider some budget amendments before adopting the budget. She stated this involved combining some funds. The Library had been combined into the General Fund and the Mosquito Funds had been moved as well as some of the Sheriff’s Funds. In addition to these changes, there were some line item changes in the Road Department and the Planning Department. Changes were also made to the SHIP Fund and for Progress Energy. The total amount for the amendments is $302,889 less than what was last approved. Mrs. Rees stated the total budget is now at $58,531,978.

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

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve Resolution 2010-55 setting the final budget for fiscal year 2010/2011 as presented. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 6:36 P.M.

ATTEST: BOARD OFCOUNTYCOMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY,FL

____________________________________ ____________________________________

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

BOCC Trim Hearing – September 9, 2010

July 24, 2012 by SuperAdmin

TRIM HEARING

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

SEPTEMBER 9, 2010

The Trim Hearing of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on September 9, 2010, at 6:30 P.M. in the Levy County Board ofCountyCommissionersmeeting room, with the following Commissioners present:

Chairperson Nancy Bell

Vice Chairperson Danny Stevens

Comm. Marsha Drew

Comm. Lilly Rooks

Comm.ChadJohnson

Also present were:

Danny J. Shipp – Clerk of Court

CountyAttorney– Anne Bast Brown

CountyCoordinator– Fred Moody

Assistant to theCountyCoordinator– Dick Tummond

Chairperson Bell called the meeting to order at 6:30 P.M. Mr. Shipp gave the invocation, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.

Mr. Shipp presented for Board approval Resolution 2010-51 for a tentative trim hearing to levy ad valorem taxes. Mr. Shipp stated the rollback rate is 7.8436 and the proposed millage rate is 7.4212, which is a -5.39% change of the rollback rate.

Comm. Bell asked if anyone would like to speak for or against. There were none.

Comm. Rooks made a motion to approve Resolution 2010-51 as presented. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

Mr. Shipp presented for Board approval Resolution 2010-52 to adopt a tentative budget. Mr. Shipp stated the total budget amount is $58,834,867.

Comm. Bell asked if anyone would like to speak for or against. There were none.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve Resolution 2010-52 as presented. Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the votes were as follows:

Yes No

Comm. Stevens Comm. Johnson

Comm. Rooks

Comm. Bell

Comm. Drew

The MOTION CARRIES.

Comm. Stevens spoke to the Board regarding a pay raise for all full-time Board and Constitutional employees, excluding the Sheriff’s Department and part-time employees. Comm. Stevens stated he had excluded the Sheriff’s Department because they had been given a raise earlier this year already. He stated after speaking with Mrs. Rees, the amount necessary for this would be $332,000. The funding for this could be supplemented by using $200,000 of the fiscally constrained money, leaving roughly $100,000 to come from Reserve.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to give a 3% pay raise to all Board and Constitutional officer full-time employees, excluding the Sheriff’s Department. Second was made by Comm. Rooks. As Comm. Bell called for a vote, Comm. Johnson asked if discussion could be done before voting. Comm. Bell then called for discussion.

Comm. Johnson stated if the raises were given, this would pull from the current reserve amount which is $1,297,849, leaving a balance of $967,845 with a total budget of nearly $59 million.

Comm. Stevens explains where the money had been found within the current budget to fund the raises.

Comm. Johnson explains his view of why he is not in favor of giving the raises. He states he is afraid if reserves are used up with no additional revenues projected to come into the budget, people will be sent home and does not feel giving a raise is the right thing to do right now.

Comm. Bell asked if anyone from the audience would like to speak.

Pam Owens from the Mosquito Control Department spoke in favor of raises.

Larry Feldhusen from Yankeetown spoke against raises.

Comm. Rooks stated the funding Comm. Stevens had identified would not have been possible had it not been for her work inTallahasseeto get the fiscally constrained money for this county in the amount of $2.7 million over the past three years and is in favor of using this money for raises.

Comm. Johnson stated he would like to fight for State funding sources for some of the unfunded State mandates and wait until after March to then look into the possibility of giving raises to all employees, full and part-time.

Comm. Bell called for a vote and the votes were cast as follows:

Yes No

Comm. Stevens Comm.Bell

Comm. Rooks Comm. Drew

Comm. Johnson

The MOTION FAILS.

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 7:15 P.M.

ATTEST: BOARD OFCOUNTYCOMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY,FL

____________________________________ ____________________________________

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

BOCC Regular Meeting – September 7, 2010

July 24, 2012 by SuperAdmin

REGULAR MEETING

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

SEPTEMBER 7, 2010

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on September 7, 2010, at 9:00 AM in the Levy County Board ofCountyCommissionersmeeting room, with the following Commissioners present:

Chairperson Nancy Bell

Vice Chairperson Danny Stevens

Comm. Marsha Drew

Comm. Lilly Rooks

Comm.ChadJohnson

Also present were:

Danny J. Shipp – Clerk of Court

CountyAttorney– Anne Bast Brown

CountyCoordinator– Fred Moody

Assistant to theCountyCoordinator– Dick Tummond

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

EXPENDITURES

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

CHECK NUMBER	102258-102429
FUND	AMOUNT
GENERAL REVENUE	1,034,291.79
ROAD	87,924.56
SHIP	150.00
LIBRARY	2,483.34
PERMANENT MOSQUITO	3,042.85
COURT TECH/CRIM PREV	2,063.90
TRANSPORTATION	18,501.70
911	16,583.37
COURT FACILITIES	692.69
PROGRESS ENERGY	2,046.76
EMS	25,667.41
FIRE	45,446.34
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT	582.19
UTILITIES	1,581.46
CAPITAL PROJECTS	48,000.00
LANDFILL	86,115.69
TOTAL	$ 1,375,174.05

MINUTES

Approval of Minutes for the Regular Board Meeting held August 17, 2010. – TABLED

ZONING

Rob Corbitt, Director

A. Request Chair’s signature on the NFIP, AW 214 Annual Recertification.

Mr. Corbitt requested the approval to have the Board Chairperson’s signature on the NFIP, AW 214 Annual Recertification due by October 1^st.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the Board Chairperson to sign the NFIP, AW 214 Annual Recertification. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

B. Special Event, SEP 1-10, Goethe Benefit Challenge.

Mr. Corbitt requested approval of Special Event, SEP 1-10, Goethe Benefit Challenge, to be held at the Black Prong Equestrian Facility on December 17^th and 18^th from 8:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M.

Comm. Drew pointed out items within the packet given to the commissioners not completed or information missing. Mr. Corbitt stated he would let his office know to check applications more thoroughly before submitting to the Board for approval.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve Special Event, SEP 1-10, Goethe Benefit Challenge. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

C. Special Event, SEP 1-10, Eerie Acres Haunted Attraction.

Mr. Corbitt requested approval of Special Event, SEP 1-10, Eerie Acres Haunted Attraction on behalf of Ms. Susan Watson to be held on property owned by Joe Giglia located on CR 321 near Chiefland.

Comm. Rooks made a motion to approve Special Event, SEP 1-10, Eerie Acres Haunted Attraction as presented. Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

DISABLED AMERICAN VETERANS

Fred Heinrich, Disabled American Veterans

A. Proclamation

Mr. Heinrich, requested the Board make a Proclamation to set aside a day to recognize disabled American Veterans.

Comm. Rooks made a motion to approve a Proclamation in support of Disabled American Veterans similar to one approved by the City of Chiefland as provided by Mr. Heinrich, changing the wording to reflect Levy County. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

LEVY COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY

Toni Collins

A. LevyCountyRailroad Days

Ms. Collins presented information about Levy County Railroad Days to the Commissioners and stated the Levy County Historical Society is planning a celebration on Saturday, March 19, 2011 called Levy County Railroad Days. The daylong event will be staged in the three communities still standing along the 42 mile segment of the Levy County Rail Line; Bronson, Otter Creek and Cedar Key.

DEPARTMENT REPORTS

LIBRARY

Lisa Brasher, Director

A. Request to approve the PAL Public Library Cooperative Interlocal Agreement.

Ms. Brasher requested approval of the PAL Public Library Cooperative Interlocal Agreement.

Comm. Rooks asked Brasher to confirm they would not be entering into the same situation as they had withMarionCounty. She also wanted to make sureLevyCountywould have a say and would not have to put any money into it.

Comm. Stevens stated he is in favor of entering into the Cooperative on a trial-period.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the PAL Public Library Cooperative Interlocal Agreement. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

B. Request for appointments to the PAL Public Library Cooperative Governing Board.

Ms. Brasher named two individuals willing to serve on the Governing Board; Virginia Meizenheimer from the Bronson Library and David Kendall from the Williston Library and recommended them to be appointed.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve Ms. Meizenheimer and Mr. Kendall to the Governing Board as recommended. Second was made by Comm. Rooks.

Comm. Stevens rescinded his motion.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the Governing Board members as presented for a three month appointment. Second was made by Comm. Rooks and the MOTION CARRIES.

PARKS AND RECREATION

Matt Weldon, Director

A. Request approval to accept bid for Devil’s Hammock Check Station.

Mr. Weldon requested Board approval of DuBois Resources, LLC for the Devil’s Hammock Check Station. Mr. Weldon stated they received one bid from the above named company in the amount of $22,550.

Comm. Rooks made a motion to accept the bid from DuBois Resources, LLC for the Devil’s Hammock Check Station as presented. Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

ROAD DEPARTMENT

Bruce Greenlee, Administrative Superintendent

A. Presentation and request for bid awards for road department materials.

Mr. Greenlee presented the following bid awards for Road Department materials to the Board for approval:

Bid Item Vendor Awarded

Asphalt Central Materials Colmix – Yes

V.E. Whitehurst Asphalt – Yes

Duval Asphalt No

John C. Hipp No

Sod Scherer Quality Yes

Signs Hall Signs Yes

Rocal Yes

Vulcan Yes

Safety Items Safety Products Yes

Safety Zone Yes

Porta Potty Jones Plumbing Yes

Culvert Pipe Contech Const. Prod. Yes

Gulf Atlantic No

Metal Culverts No

Emulsion Prime Blacklidge No

EA Mariani Yes

Motor Oil Rozier’s Yes

Lewis Oil No

United Fuel No

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

B. Adoption of Resolution 2010-46 to schedule a public hearing on October 5, 2010 at 9:00 a.m. for the closure of a portion of SE 137^th Terr. as requested by petitioners, Allan and Carol Ward.

Mr. Greenlee requested the Board adopt Resolution 2010-46 to schedule a public hearing on October 5, 2010 at 9:00 A.M. for the closure of a portion of SE 137^th Terr. As requested by petitioners, Allan and Carol Ward.

Comm. Drew made a motion to adopt Resolution 2010-46 as presented. Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

UNION CONTRACT

Mark Levitt, Allen, Norton, and Blue P.A.

A. Ratification of Union Contract.

Mr. Levitt presented approval from the Board for Ratification of the Union Contract. He explained the modification to Article 8 – Leave Plans, which gives 14 hours/month to employees with 15 years or more of service.

Comm. Drew made a motion to accept Ratification of the Union Contract. Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

LEVY COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD

Robert Hastings, Superintendent of Schools

A. Proposed Resolution calling a referendum election regarding the two year continuation of a .25 mills levy of School District Critical Operating Needs.

Mr. Hastings requested approval of a proposed Resolution calling a referendum election regarding the two year continuation of a .25 mills levy of School Districtcritical operating needs. This will be placed on the November 2^nd ballot for the citizens to vote on.

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

SOLID WASTE

Benny Jerrels, Director

A. Request approval to extend leachate hauling contract for one year as approved in the original contract to Dean Trucking.

Mr. Jerrels requested Board approval to extend the leachate hauling contract with Dean Trucking for one year.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to extend the leachate hauling contract as presented. Second was made by Comm. Rooks and the MOTION CARRIES.

ATTORNEY’S REPORT

Anne Bast Brown,CountyAttorney

A. Discussion and direction on inclusion of recordable orders for Hardship Variances.

Atty. Brown requested direction from the Board regarding the inclusion of recordable orders for Hardship Variances.

After discussion, Comm. Drew made a motion to have Atty. Brown provide written recommendation for how many documents would be needed to record a Hardship Variance in order to bring it back to the Board for discussion at an open meeting. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the votes were as follows:

Yes No

Comm. Drew Comm. Stevens

Comm. Johnson Comm. Rooks

Comm. Bell

The MOTION CARRIES.

B. Update onCity of Weston,Florida, et al., vs. Crist, et al, litigation challenging 2009 SB 360 (Ch.2009-096, Laws of Fla.)

Atty. Brown gave an update on the City ofWeston,Florida, et al, vs. Crist, et al, litigation challenging 2009 SB 360 (Ch. 2009-096, Laws of Fla.).

COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS

Comm. Johnson asked if the Guardian ad Litem contract would be ready by the next Board meeting. Atty. Brown responded it is her plan to have it ready at the next meeting for approval.

Comm. Bell

A. Proposed re-appointment to the Central Florida Community Action Agency, Inc. Board of Directors.

Comm. Bell read to the Board members a letter from the Central Florida Community Action Agency, Inc. requesting re-appointment of Dick Tummond, who has agreed to remain on their Board of Directors for an additional year.

Comm. Rooks made a motion to re-appoint Mr. Tummond to the CFCAA Board of Directors. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

Comm. Drew thanked Mr. Greenlee and the Road Department employees for their work regarding recent flooding in Inglis and Yankeetown.

Comm. Drew had also been in touch with Mark Johnson from Emergency Management and Kirk Scraggins from the Division of Emergency Management about programs for disaster mitigations for repetitive loss. Mr. Johnson is trying to set up meetings in Comm. Drew’s district as well as Comm. Rooks’s district for homeowners to come out to find out what programs might be available for them for either raising their buildings out of the flood or possibly purchasing other properties available

Comm. Drew stated she had met with the Fire Advisory Board regarding consolidating some of the smaller fire departments and also doing some re-districting. She also discussed possibly in the distant future having a fire-rescue service combining the two services. She stated she along with Mayor Hethcoat, Comm. Darren, Rick Bloom, and Paul Shear volunteered to read the report done by Mizell, Hodges and Associates in 2005 and report back to the Fire Advisory Board with their recommendations. Comm. Drew stated all of the Fire Departments were present with the exception of Fowler’s Bluff.

Comm. Rooks gave update on the Class I and Class II animals after attending a final hearing for FWC inPensacola last Wednesday. She stated they took the “solely residential” out of the rule and have since added a notification which requires the applicant to give a project description as well as a disclaimer to acknowledge the applicant’s signature to FWC indicating they are aware if they fill out the application with false information it will be a first degree misdemeanor. As a result of this progress, the Building and Zoning officials will be notified when an application is filed. Also, First Responders, Law Enforcement,EMS and Emergency Management will have notification if such animals are kept on a person’s property.

The meeting recessed at 10:48 A.M.

The meeting reconvened at 1:03 P.M.

BUDGET WORKSHOP

Mrs. Rees explained the adjustments she had made to the budget as requested by the Board. She left the Emergency Management budget as it was with no cuts, as any cuts to the County portion of this budget meant equal cuts from the State portion. TheEMStransfer is down about $500,000 due to an increase in revenue of $50,000 each month for the last three months. All reserve money has been combined and with the new adjustments, there will be over $1.2 now in reserve under the General Fund.

LEVY COUNTY SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT

Sheriff Smith spoke to the Board and stated he had cut his budget by $250,000 and stated “God forbid if we have a major event in our county.” He requested the Board approve his budget as presented.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the budget for the Sheriff’s Department as presented. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

COMMUNICATIONS

Dick Tummond

A.J. Smith, Williams Communications

A. Narrowbanding – TABLED –

B. Communication Equipment Maintenance Service Agreement.

Mr. Tummond provided information to the Board regarding a Communication Equipment Maintenance Service Agreement with Williams Communications. Mr. Tummond stated the County has a total of 330 radios at $132 each. The total charge to cover all of the equipment would be $56,640 per year. If they only service the dispatch center equipment, the cost would decrease to $32,496.

After discussion, the Board decided to re-discuss this issue at a future board meeting. A.J. Smith stated he would relay the Board members’ concerns and get back to Mr. Tummond.

ROAD DEPARTMENT

Mr. Greenlee requests permission from the Board to hire one new employee to burn debris at the landfill within the budget for this next year. Mr. Greenlee stated they have a DEP mandate to operate an incinerator site. This requires a full-time certified individual at the site. He asked if the position could be hired as an Equipment Operator I so the individual might also be used elsewhere. Money could be moved within his budget to accommodate this person’s salary.

Comm. Rooks made a motion to allow the Road Department to hire an employee to the incinerator site. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

Mr. Greenlee let the Board know he would need to purchase three new dump trucks in the next year as the present trucks have high mileage and require constant expensive repairs. The cost with trading in the present trucks would be about $113,000 each.

Mr. Greenlee let the Board know he would need to purchase two new tractors in the next year for mowing. The tractors used currently used are breaking down often and are in need of replacement parts difficult to find. The cost would be around $40,000 to $50,000 each.

Mr. Greenlee stated he would also like to liquidate the Road Departments Drag Line in the next year as it is inefficient and expensive to repair. He stated he would like to replace it with a Track Hoe with an extended boom. The cost would be around $260,000.

EMS

Trish Siebold gave an update to the Board regarding their service. They have had two medics leave recently and now she has received news of a third and fourth medic leaving as well. Ms. Siebold stated she has 25 medic positions open for next month and no one to fill them. Applications are not coming in due to low wages. The current starting rates of pay are as follows:

$10.04 – Paramedic 8.88 – EMT Levy County pay rate

$12.70 – Paramedic 10.28 – EMT State and Area Localization Average pay rate

Ms. Siebold asked the Board if they could give some direction as to what she could do to keep the six current ambulances running and consider increasing the starting rate of pay.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to give a 3% pay raise to all Board employees and constitutional officers excluding the Sheriff’s Department as they received a 3% raise in May. Second was made by Comm. Rooks.

Comm. Stevens identified two sources from which the raises could be funded; 1) Constraints Money and 2) the interest from Debt Service. He stated there are three areas which are self-sufficient and would not need to be included in this raise amount.

Comm. Bell stated she would rather give a one-time cost of living adjustment to full-time employees only.

Comm. Rooks suggested Comm. Stevens and Mrs. Rees identify if there is money available to give a 3% raise and come back to the Board with an answer.

After discussion, Comm. Stevens withdrew his motion.

Comm. Stevens made a motion for the Board to allow him to speak with Mrs. Rees to identify if there is funding for a raise of 3% or less or a one time cost of living adjustment and come back with an answer to the Board on the 9th. Second was made by Comm. Rooks and the votes were as follows:

Yes No

Comm. Stevens Comm. Drew

Comm. Rooks

Comm. Bell

Comm. Johnson

The MOTION CARRIES.

Mrs. Rees mentioned the Capital Projects Fund to the Board members and stated some money would need to be moved into different funds to cover the expense of some major repairs being done to the courthouse.

Important Meeting Dates and Times

Thursday, September 9, 2010 6:30 P.M.: Trim Hearing

Monday, September 20, 2010 6:30 P.M.: Final Budget Hearing

The meeting recessed at 2:52 P.M.

The meeting reconvened at 6:31 P.M.

PUBLIC HEARING: ANNUAL RATE RESOLUTIONS

After Comm. Bell called the meeting to order, Atty. Brown stated the purpose of the meeting was to conduct a public hearing and to adopt the Annual Rate Resolutions. Atty. Brown then presented each of the Resolutions for the Board’s approval.

A. Resolution 2010-42, Fire Protection Services.

Atty. Brown stated the rates reflected the amount adopted at the preliminary hearing of $31 for residential and varying rates based on square footage for commercial.

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

Comm. Rooks made a motion to approve Resolution 2010-42, Fire Protection Services as presented. Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

B. Resolution 2010-43, Solid Waste Assessments.

Atty. Brown stated the rates for Solid Waste Assessments are the same as last year at $25.

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

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve Resolution 2010-43, Solid Waste Assessments as presented. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

C. Resolution 2010-44, Roadway Maintenance Service Assessments.

Atty. Brown stated the rates for Roadway Maintenance Service Assessments are the same as last year.

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

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve Resolution 2010-44, Roadway Maintenance Service Assessments as presented. Second was made by Comm. Rooks and the MOTION CARRIES.

D. Resolution 2010-45,EMSTax Assessments.

Atty. Brown stated the rates for EMS Tax Assessments are the same as last year with $38 for residential, and varying rates by square footage for commercial.

Comm. Bell asked if there was anyone to speak for or against

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve Resolution 2010-45, EMS Tax Assessments as presented. Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

Mr. Moody reminded everyone of the next meeting to be held on Thursday, September 9^th at 6:30 P.M. for the Trim Hearing.

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 6:36 P.M.

ATTEST: BOARD OFCOUNTYCOMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY,FL

____________________________________ ____________________________________

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

BOCC Regular Meeting – August 17, 2010

July 24, 2012 by SuperAdmin

REGULAR MEETING

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

AUGUST 17, 2010

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on August 17, 2010, at 9:00 AM in the Levy County Board ofCountyCommissionersmeeting room, with the following Commissioners present:

Chairperson Nancy Bell

Vice Chairperson Danny Stevens

Comm. Marsha Drew

Comm. Lilly Rooks

Comm.ChadJohnson

Also present were:

Danny J. Shipp – Clerk of Court

CountyAttorney– Anne Bast Brown

CountyCoordinator– Fred Moody

Assistant to theCountyCoordinator– Dick Tummond

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

EXPENDITURES

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

CHECK NUMBER	102098-102257
FUND	AMOUNT
GENERAL REVENUE	406,076.76
ROAD	140,941.87
SHIP	150.00
LIBRARY	2,699.55
COURT TECH/CRIM PREV	20,814.81
TRANSPORTATION	36,144.87
COURT FACILITIES	742.09
PROGRESS ENERGY	5,881.42
EMS	19,427.47
FIRE	8,754.76
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT	575.68
UTILITIES	2,538.50
ADD COURT COSTS	1,970.06
DEBT SERVICE	491,612.50
CAPITAL PROJECTS	7,419.46
LANDFILL	183,144.70
MSBU’S	190,745.27
TOTAL	$ 1,519,639.77

TRANSFERS TO FIRE	$ 346,398.00
TRANSFER TO LIBRARY	$ 47,004.75
TOTAL	$ 393,402.75

MINUTES

Approval of Minutes for the Regular Board Meeting held August 3, 2010.

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

ROAD DEPARTMENT BID OPENING

Bruce Greenlee,

A. Road Department Materials.

Mr. Greenlee requested to open all of the bids in the Board office with Board staff present, as there were about 30 envelopes and the mail had not yet been delivered for today. He will then bring the bid results to the next Board meeting.

The Board members agreed by consensus to hear the bid results at the next Board meeting.

ZONING

Rob Corbitt,

A. Petition No. Ha.Va., Hardship Variance.

Atty. Brown swore in members of the audience wishing to speak for or against the Hardship Variance or the Special Exception.

Atty. Brown asked if there were any ex-parte communications by the Board members.

Mr. Corbitt presented Ha.Va., Hardship Variance to the Board for approval. He explained the Hardship Variance is to allow a second dwelling in order for a family member to assist Edna Nute and help with her daily chores. The dwelling to be moved onto the property is a FEMA trailer as explained by Christine Howard.

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

B. Petition No. SE 2-10, Special Exception to allow aPrivateFamilyCemetery.

1. Comm. Johnson stated he had ex-parte communication with Judge Smith regarding the Special Exception to allow aPrivateCemetery as requested by Wade Bullock.

Mr. Corbitt presented to the Board Petition No. SE 2-10, Special Exception to allow aPrivateFamilyCemeteryas requested by Wade Bullock.

Jason Murphy of Croft Surveying speaks on behalf of the Bullock family and offers to answer any questions the Board members may have.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the Special Exception, but rescinded as a public hearing had not been called for.

Comm. Bell called for public hearing.

Judge Smith spoke on behalf of the Bullock family in favor of the Special Exception.

Comm. Bell asked if anyone would like to speak against. There were none.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the Special Exception as presented. Second was made by Comm. Rooks and the MOTION CARRIES.

LEVY COUNTY SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT

Major Evan Sullivan

A. Request for $38,000 in contingency money that was designated for the Sheriff’s Office.

Major Sullivan requested on behalf of Sheriff Smith approval of $38,000 in contingency money designated for the Sheriff’s Office to be used for Law Enforcement and Corrections.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the request as presented.

After discussion, the motion dies for lack of a second.

Major Sullivan requested everyone keep Henry Sapp, a family member of his in their prayers as he was involved in a boating accident this past weekend inAlabama. Major Sullivan then led the audience in a prayer for Mr. Sapp.

DEPARTMENT REPORTS

COUNTY COORDINATOR

Fred Moody,CountyCoordinator

A. Discussion of Recovery Zone Economic Development Bonds.

Mr. Moody spoke to the Board regarding a request made by the Florida Association of Counties of pooling the unused recovery bond zone allocations at the State level for use by other local governments.

Pat O’Neal spoke to the Board and stated the funds would be too small to be used for bonds.

Comm. Bell stated she would like to return the unused recovery bond zone allocations to the State along with a letter stating we have a need for hospital funding and funding for the college and if any of these funds can be reimbursed, we would like to be included in any of the counties needing the funds regardless of population.

Comm. Rooks made a motion to send a letter from the Board office addressing the waiver back to FAC identifying our concerns for the hospital and college and would like for these bonds to be redirected for these two projects.

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

EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES

Trish Seibold, Director

A. Request Board to give authority to Fred Moody,CountyCoordinator, to sign title work for new Emergency Medical Services mobile home.

Ms. Seibold requested the Board give authority to Fred Moody,CountyCoordinatorto sign title work for the new Emergency Medical Services mobile home.

Comm. Drew made a motion to allow Mr. Moody to sign title work for the newEMSmobile home. Second was made by Comm. Rooks and the MOTION CARRIES.

LEVY COUNTY TRANSIT

Desiree Painter, General Manager

A. Request approval of the 2010/2011 agreement betweenLevyCountyandCreeksideChristianSchoolfor the provision of trips.

Ms. Painter requested approval of the 2010/2011 agreement betweenLevyCountyandCreeksideChristianSchoolfor the provision of trips.

Comm. Rooks made a motion to approve the agreement as presented by Ms. Painter. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

B. Request approval of the 2010/2011 agreement betweenLevyCountyandNatureCoastMiddle Schoolfor the provision of trips.

Ms. Painter requested approval of the 2010/2011 agreement betweenLevyCountyandNatureCoastMiddle Schoolfor the provision of trips.

Comm. Rooks made a motion to approve the agreement as presented by Ms. Painter. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

PARKS AND RECREATION

Matt Weldon, Director

A. Request approval of application for State-owned Submerged Lands Authorization Package Number 8.

Mr. Weldon requested Board approval of the application for State-owned Submerged Lands Authorization Package Number 8.

Comm. Rooks made a motion to approve the application as presented by Mr. Weldon. Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

ROAD DEPARTMENT

Bruce Greeenlee, Administrative Superintendent

A. Update on speed humps. – TABLED-

SHIP

Dick Tummond, SHIP Director

A. Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Application Update.

Mr. Tummond gave a CDBG Application update. He stated Levy county will not be in the fundable range for this year. He stated there will be another application cycle closing in November andLevyCountycould re-apply.

NON-AGENDA ITEM – VAB

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

Mr. Moody presented information to the Board regarding VAB representatives on behalf of Mr. Shipp. He stated the Board needed to select two members for the VAB Board and one alternate.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to select himself and Comm. Johnson to serve as representatives for the VAB Board with Comm. Drew serving as an alternate and to select Ivan Chubb to serve as the homeowner representative. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

COMMISSIONER REPORTS

Comm. Rooks

A. Adopt Resolution 2010-47 encouraging the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWCC) to consider county home rule authority in rules relating to captive wildlife, and requesting the FWCC and Legislature work with counties to address conflicts.

Comm. Rooks presented and made a motion for the Board to approve Resolution 2010-47 encouraging the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWCC) to consider county home rule authority in rules relating to captive wildlife, and requesting the FWCC and Legislature work with counties to address conflicts. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

Comm. Johnson

A. Guardian ad Litem Space Allocation.

Comm. Johnson spoke to the Board regarding the Guardian ad Litem space allocation. After researching the other locations mentioned at a prior meeting, the recommendation for office space is for the Chiefland location owned by Hudson Properties.

Paige Brookins of Hudson Properties was in attendance at the meeting and answered questions from Board members.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the lease one year at a time.

Comm. Drew rescinds her motion after Atty. Brown advised the Lease Agreement would need to be reviewed by her office.

After discussion, the Board agreed to work with Mrs. Brookins to enter into a one year Lease Agreement upon Atty. Brown’s review.

Comm. Johnson

Comm. Johnson let everyone know there will be a Casino Night fundraiser by the Williston Junior Women’s Club for the March of Dimes.

The meeting recessed at 10:32 A.M.

The meeting reconvened at 1:30 P.M.

BUDGET WORKSHOP

Board ofCountyCommissionersrevised budget summary presented by the Clerk to the Board.

Sheila Rees presented the revised budget summary for the Board and stated changes were made to the Road Department Budget per their request. Budgeted salaries from employees who had left the Road Department were moved to other line items.

The Fire Department budget was reverted back to this year’s contract amount.

The only adjustment forEMSwas for insurance and retirement.

Cuts were made in several departments with the General Revenue funds which will place roughly $500,000 in Reserve.

The budget is now balanced with approximately $4 million from Reserve.

Mrs. Rees stated the more the departments can cut, more money can be brought forward to Reserve for future use.

LEVY COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE

Sheriff Smith stated he removed $265,000 from the most recent budget request, which leaves the current budget request at $11,022,084.

Comm. Drew stated she would like the sheriff to take last year’s budget and reduce it by 5%.

Comm. Bell states the Sheriff’s reduction in the budget request is less than ¼ of 1% and she would like to see it reduced more.

Major Sullivan stated the Sheriff’s Department had purchased 6 new cars for their K9 officers with one time stimulus money in the amount of $180,000. He stated they needed to hire new dispatchers, but did not due to not having enough money in current budget.

Mrs. Cannon asked which services the Sheriff’s Office will no longer render with the current proposed budget. Major Sullivan answered there will be no Swat Team, Dive Team, CERT Team in the jail, and no Marine Team. The Sheriff stated services will have to be cut.

Major Sullivan referred to the 5% cut to their budget and stated this would amount to $552,477.70. He then compared the Sheriff Departments insurance plan expense and the Board of County Commissioner’s insurance plan justifying the raise given to the Sheriff’s Department employees given back in May of this year.

Comm. Bell asks Mr. Moody to explain the history of the insurance plan and how we got to where we are.

Mr. Moody explainedLevyCountyis in a pool with several other counties and municipalities. Years ago the county would go out for bids on insurance each year. High loss ratios resulted in insurance companies not wanting to offer quotes. At this time, the Sheriff’s office was still on the same plan as the Board. The Board checked with the company they were pooled in with already providing property and casualty insurance, Blue Cross, Blue Shield. They invitedLevyCountyin even with the high loss ratio and the Board has stayed with this company ever since. Even though the plan offered by the Board for its employees has a much less deductible than offered by the Sheriff’s Department for its employees now, it was beneficial for everyone at that time due to the age group of Sheriff’s Department employees even though they were in a high-risk category.

Comm. Rooks referred to the handout given to the Board office regarding the employees and their pay for June salaries. Discussion followed regarding payroll for Dispatchers and Comp Time. After review, Comm. Rooks pointed out how two new dispatchers could be hired on.

Comm. Drew stated she would like for the Board to be included in meetings between the Sheriff and the municipalities to discuss dispatching. Sheriff Smith stated he would notify the Board of the next meeting. Comm. Drew then requested a radio from the Sheriff’s Department for a short time to listen as she had done this recently with the EMS Department. Major Sullivan stated he would check with the State to make sure this was allowable and get back to her. Donna Capps invited any of the Board members to sit in the Dispatch area for a time to see what they do.

Comm. Rooks stated to the Sheriff she was trying to set a meeting up with an individual who has some funding available for help in Dispatch to put people in the workforce and would like for the Sheriff and Major Sullivan to be a part of it. She stated this would not come out of the Sheriff’s budget but Sheriff Smith would have full control over the work by these people.

Sheriff Smith spoke about housing Federal Inmates and the costs incurred. He stated the money received from this goes directly to the Board and while the Sheriff’s Department is out the expense of transporting and housing these inmates they do not get any of this money back.

Comm. Rooks stated the Board was told when the new jail was being built, the money received from housing the Federal Inmates would go to offset the bond issue the Board took out to build the jail. Sheriff Smith stated as a follow up he had made a promise to the taxpayers to do his very best to offset the cost of the new building to them and this has been done. Major Sheffield stated the amount generated by housing federal inmates is about $180,000. Sheriff Smith stated it is costing his budget to provide this service and stated if he could be reimbursed just the amount for the officers to transport these inmates, it would help greatly. Comm. Stevens stated he had requested these figures from the Sheriff’s Department back at the beginning of the year and has not seen them yet.

Comm. Bell asked again for the Sheriff to work with the Board to lower his budget.

Sheriff Smith stated if he has to make cuts, he will, but if an emergency comes up during the year, he will have to come before the Board to ask for funds.

The meeting recessed at 2:38 P.M.

The meeting reconvened at 2:47 P.M.

Mr. Moody spoke regarding insurance on the Inmate Medical expense as arrest for some individuals is access to health care. This comment comes from speaking with theCountyManagerinAlachuaCountyas they are dealing with the same issue. Mr. Moody stated the Sheriff’s Department is currently budgeted at $200,000 for inmate medical care. They had to come before the Board for a $150,000 amendment earlier this year. Mr. Moody stated he had checked with Hunt Insurance, an insurance company which insures most of the correctional facilities inFlorida. Of the three options given, the one which seemed as though it may work out the best offers $250,000 coverage per inmate with $10,000 deductible at a cost of $64,443 per year.

Comm. Rooks stated she would like to see two letters drafted, one to the National Association of Counties and copied to all of our Federal Representatives and another sent to the Florida Association of Counties and copies sent to our Legislative Delegation and the Small County Coalition expressing concerns of the County for unnecessary medical procedures done by hospitals as well as incorrect billing regarding inmate care.

Comm. Drew made a motion to sign up for the inmate medical as stated by Mr. Moody from Hunt Insurance for $64,443. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

Mr. Moody stated he would contact Hunt insurance in an effort to get the policy to take effect on October 1, 2010.

ANIMAL SERVICES

David Weatherford spoke to the Board and stated he could have to come before the Board to request additional funds at some point during the upcoming year with the budget as it is now.

He also stated the salaries had been cut due to one employee retiring and one resigning while the number of calls has not changed. He asked the Board if he could add back one employee to help with the work load. Lena Hooker spoke to the Board and explained items in the Animal Services budget.

Comm. Rooks made a motion to add back to the salary line item enough for one new employee. Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the votes were as follows:

YES NO

Comm. Stevens Comm.Bell

Comm. Rooks Comm. Drew

Comm. Johnson

The MOTION DOES NOT CARRY.

CLERK OF COURT

Danny Shipp stated his budget was cut an additional $5,000 from the last budget meeting although his total budget request is up due to reduced revenue from recordings, as this is a fee office. Sheila Rees gave an explanation to the Board as to how the revenues have been drastically cut.

The Commissioners asked if Mr. Shipp could look at his budget and see if there is any way it can be further reduced.

SUPERVISOR OF ELECTIONS

Comm. Bell stated Mrs. Asbell was asked to come back to the Board with a reduced budget and she was not present.

Comm. Drew made a motion to reduce the Supervisor of Election’s budget by 5% using last year’s amount. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the votes were as follows:

YES NO

Comm. Drew Comm. Stevens

Comm. Johnson Comm. Rooks

Comm. Bell

The MOTION DOES NOT CARRY.

CONSTRUCTION/MAINTENANCE

Mr. Moody explains the Maintenance Department is requesting approval to purchase a new 30 hp gas, 60” mower from Suwannee River Kubota as per quotes received from local vendors. They had been mowing in places where Transportation used to mow and has been billing the Road Department for the mowing. Discussion followed as to who is to be billed for the mowing.

Comm. Drew made a motion to deny the purchase of a new mower for the Construction/Maintenance Department. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

COUNTY AGENT

Albert Fuller could not be present and Mrs. Rees stated further cuts were made to their budget and she had not heard back from his office yet. Mrs. Rees had asked the office if it was necessary to have so many volunteers, as the background checks are expensive.

DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT

Rob Corbitt stated his Other Salaries and Wages is one area which cannot be reduced. He proposed to hold quarterly meetings for the Licensing Board and for the Board of Adjustments to meet three times a year. He also has one employee which will not be replaced, reducing his budget further.

Comm. Johnson made a motion to change the meetings line item in the Development Department’s budget to $3,500 to accommodate the meetings Mr. Corbitt had spoken of. Second was made by Comm. Rooks and the MOTION CARRIES.

EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT

Mr. Moody requested on behalf of Mark Johnson to purchase a new vehicle to replace his current vehicle. Mr. Johnson had contacted the Division of Emergency Management. They responded and stated they had reviewed his request and approved the expenditure of a 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe in the amount of $33,400 on a State bid for Emergency Management use. Any future trade in or resale funds received related to the new vehicle are applied toward the EMPA base grant contract expenditures.

Comm. Drew stated she did not approve of any new vehicle purchases at the end of the year. Discussion followed as to the impact of purchasing of a new vehicle and the use of grant funds.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the purchase of a new vehicle as requested by Emergency Management. Second was made by Comm. Rooks and the votes were as follows:

YES NO

Comm. Stevens Comm. Drew

Comm. Rooks Comm. Bell

Comm. Johnson

The MOTION CARRIES.

EMS

Trish Seibold stated theEMSbudget had been cut in addition to what had been presented at the last budget meeting and they would be willing to go with the new budget amount of $4,137,965. If they run short during the year, they will have to request for additional funds from the Board, as they will have re-certifications to be done this fiscal year.

Comm. Drew stated she was not in favor of replacing so many ambulances at once, as there will be two more purchased this year in addition to what had just been replaced. She would prefer the purchase of one ambulance each year and rotating out the older ones.

Comm. Rooks stated she would like to get the two new units as soon as possible as the existing ambulances require constant costly repairs.

Comm. Bell is in favor of getting into a gradual rotation of the ambulance fleet, but for now the two new ambulances are needed.

Comm. Rooks made a motion to keep theEMSbudget as is, including the funding for the two new ambulances. Second was made by Comm. Stevens.

Comm. Johnson proposed to keep the funding for one ambulance in theEMSbudget and wait until next year to purchase the second one.

Comm. Stevens asked Ms. Seibold if she would be willing to purchase one ambulance at the beginning of the new fiscal year and one later in the year and Ms. Seibold agreed.

Comm. Bell called for a vote and they were as follows:

YES NO

Comm. Rooks Comm. Bell

Comm. Stevens Comm. Drew

Comm. Johnson

The MOTION DOES NOT CARRY.

Comm. Johnson made a motion to allow for the purchase one ambulance within the proposedEMSbudget. Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the votes were as follows:

YES NO

Comm. Stevens Comm. Drew

Comm. Rooks

Comm. Bell

Comm. Johnson

The MOTION CARRIES.

Comm. Rooks wished to go on record she feels it is a mistake to not purchase two ambulances at this time as she was in favor of the purchase of both.

The following Departments budgets were discussed and department representatives stated they had made reductions and were willing to work with their given budgets:

Fire

Landfill

LevyCountyTransit

Mosquito Control

Veterans

Water/SHIP

Parks

Planning

Soil Conservation

Road Department

Tourist Development

LEGAL

Atty. Brown stated she has some items of office equipment which will need to be purchased at some point during the year. If additional funds are needed during the year, she will make a request from the Board.

Comm. Drew made a motion to reduce the line item for professional services-attorneys to $50,000. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

LIBRARY

Mrs. Rees stated the Library only asks the Board to pay for actual salaries which is $250,315.

The Board discussed reducing the following Agency budgets by 5%:

Central Florida Community Action Agency

NatureCoastBusiness Development/EZDA

Meridian Health Care

Comm. Rooks made a motion to leave the LARC budget at $40,392. Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

Comm. Drew made a motion to reduce the budget for the Nature Coast Business Development/EZDA of $42,000 by 5%, add back the rent amount. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the votes were as follows:

YES NO

Comm. Rooks Comm. Stevens

Comm. Bell

Comm. Drew

Comm. Johnson

The MOTION CARRIES.

Comm. Drew made a motion to reduce the budgets for Central Florida Community Action Agency and Meridian Health Care by 5%. Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

Comm. Drew made a motion to reduce the budgets for the Public Defender, State Attorney by 5%. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

Comm. Drew made a motion to reduce the budget for Recreation funds currently at $12,000 by 5%. Second was made by Comm. Johnson. The votes were cast as follows:

YES NO

Comm. Bell Comm. Stevens

Comm. Drew Comm. Rooks

Comm. Johnson

The MOTION CARRIES.

The Board agreed to schedule the next Budget Workshop on September 7^th at 1:00 P.M. and a Communications Workshop following afterwards. The final hearing for the Rate Resolutions will be on the same day at 6:30 P.M.

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 5:19 P.M.

ATTEST: BOARD OFCOUNTYCOMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY,FL

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

1. Ex-Parte Communication Comm. Johnson

BOCC Regular Meeting – August 3, 2010

July 24, 2012 by SuperAdmin

REGULAR MEETING

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

AUGUST 3, 2010

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on August 3, 2010, at 9:00 AM in the Levy County Board ofCountyCommissionersmeeting room, with the following Commissioners present:

Chairperson Nancy Bell

Vice Chairperson Danny Stevens

Comm. Marsha Drew

Comm. Lilly Rooks

Comm.ChadJohnson

Also present were:

Danny J. Shipp – Clerk of Court

CountyAttorney– Anne Bast Brown

CountyCoordinator– Fred Moody

Assistant to theCountyCoordinator– Dick Tummond

Chairperson Bell called the meeting to order at 9:03 AM. Comm. Bell gave the invocation, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.

EXPENDITURES

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

CHECK NUMBER	101957-102097
FUND	AMOUNT
GENERAL REVENUE	1,267,826.61
ROAD	69,499.52
LIBRARY	1,029.07
PERMANENT MOSQUITO	134.74
COURT TECH/CRIM PREV	4,429.74
TRANSPORTATION	18,785.25
911	16,583.33
COURT FACILITIES	11,068.22
PROGRESS ENERGY	160.25
EMS	25,779.10
FIRE	78,905.32
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT	246.04
UTILITIES	706.68
ADD COURT COSTS	439.90
LANDFILL	6,051.93
TOTAL	$ 1,501,645.70

MINUTES

Approval of Minutes for the Budget Hearing held July 12, 2010.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the minutes as presented with correction as stated by Mr. Shipp. Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the minutes for the Regular Meeting held July 20, 2010 as presented. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

US CENSUS BUREAU

LeonArmstrong,U.S.Census Bureau,AtlantaRegion

A. Presentation of Plaque to the Board ofCountyCommissioners.

Mr. Armstrong indicated as of May,LevyCountywas at 68% for the Census numbers, an increase from the Census taken in 2000 of 54%. These numbers did not get unnoticed. On behalf of the Census Bureau, Mr. Armstrong presented a plaque of appreciation to the Board and a letter of accommodation to Chairperson Bell from the Regional Office inAtlanta.

PUBLIC COMMENT

Constance Greenlee spoke to the Board as the representative of a new organization BCAC (BronsonCommunityAccessCenter). Ms. Greenlee spoke about a community cleanup for the Town ofBronson. She asked the Board if fees could be waived for dumping once the trash has been collected.

Claude Blackburn spoke to the Board regarding having 120^th Terrace paved. Mr. Blackburn stated he has been told this road will be paved and it has not been done. Mr. Blackburn called Bruce Greenlee to the podium to speak. Mr. Greenlee explained what roads were ahead of 120^th Terrace for paving and why there has been a delay in road construction.

Aggie Mease stated she received a list from the road department and indicated she was told by someone at the Road Department their road would not be addressed until 2012-2013. Mr. Greenlee informed Ms. Mease this was not correct information.

DEPARTMENT REPORTS

CountyCoordinator, Fred Moody

A. Interlocal Agreement with the Town ofBronsonfor Collection and Disbursement ofEMSImpact Fees.

Mr. Moody stated he had received the Interlocal Agreement with the Town ofBronsonfor Collection and Disbursement of EMS Impact fees back from the Town ofBronsonand requested approval of the Agreement by the Board.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the Interlocal Agreement with the Town ofBronsonas presented. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

B. Request from theFirstBaptistChurchto consider placing speed bumps along Court Street.

Mr. Moody read a letter to the Board from the Bronson First Baptist Church Pastor, Troy Turner requesting speed bumps along Court Street.

After discussion, the Board requested Mr. Greenlee to research information regarding the different types of speed bumps which would be appropriate and the construction cost for the Board to review at the next meeting.

Comm. Rooks requested Captain Sache, who was present in the audience, to address the ATV situation on 120^th Terrace as mentioned by Mr. Blackburn.

CORRESPONDENCE

Heather Lombardo

A. Recapitulation Report.

Mrs. Lombardo requested approval of the Recapitulation Report as submitted by the Levy County Tax Collector.

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

EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES

Trish Seibold, Director

A. Donation of spare ambulance to Central Florida Community College Training Department.

Ms. Seibold requested permission to donate a 2001 spare ambulance not in use to the Central Florida Community College Training Department.

Comm. Rooks made a motion giving permission for the EMS Department to donate a 2001 spare ambulance to the Central Florida College Training Department. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

LIBRARY

Jeanine Turner

A. Request the Board delegate authority to Fred Moody (or his designee) to authorize the SIRSI annual renewals.

Mrs. Turner requests the Board to delegate authority to Fred Moody (or his designee) to authorize the SIRSI annual renewals.

After discussion Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the SIRSI annual renewal and to allow Mr. Moody or his designee to sign.

The motion dies for lack of a second.

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

Comm. Drew made a motion to bring this back each year for Board approval.

The motion dies for lack of a second.

The Board decided by consensus to renew this each year.

B. LevyCountyPublic LibrarySystem Interlocal Agreement with the Town ofBronson.

Mrs. Turner requested approval of the Levy County Public Library System Interlocal Agreement with the Town ofBronson.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the Interlocal Agreement as presented. Second was made by Comm. Rooks and the MOTION CARRIES.

COUNTY ATTORNEY

Anne Bast Brown,CountyAttorney

A. Discussion and decision regarding Agreement between County and Town of Otter Creek for fire protection services and discussion of related agreements between Town of Otter Creek and City ofChieflandfor fire protection.

Atty. Brown presented a revised County/Otter Creek Fire Agreement and discussed the related agreements between the Town of Otter Creek and City ofChieflandfor fire protection.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the Agreement betweenLevyCountyand the Town of Otter Creek as presented. Second was made by Comm. Rooks and the MOTION CARRIES.

COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS

NON-AGENDA ITEM

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

Comm. Johnson spoke regarding renting a building located on the property behind the courthouse (the oldBronsonHigh School) or one of the portables located at the Hilltop site for the Guardian ad litem office space.

Comm. Johnson asked if the commissioners if they would like to pursue one of these for office space or go ahead with renting the office space in Chiefland withGilchristCountyas discussed at a previous meeting.

The space available at Hilltop is a 24 x 48 portable unit available for $750, plus utilities. The building behind the courthouse is available for $1,500, which includes utilities. This space was once used as two classrooms and includes a central located kitchenette, with separate restrooms for each.

Comm. Johnson asked if the Commissioners would like to make a decision at the next Board meeting. The Commissioners agreed to have this on the agenda to make a decision at the next meeting.

Comm. Johnson stated he and the Clerk will research the buildings mentioned and come back with information at the next meeting.

Comm. Drew reported on the Community Outreach gathering in Inglis on Saturday to give away food from the Children’s Pantry and to do basic medical evaluations was successful as 25 families came in for assistance within the first 30 minutes.

Comm. Rooks stated there will be a Back to School Jamboree Saturday, August 14^th at theWillistonMiddle School auditorium from 4:00 to 6:00 P.M.

Comm. Stevens stated he has been in contact with Berlon Weeks regarding Town ofBronson to be put on next Board meeting agenda to enter into an Interlocal Agreement with the Town ofBronson.

The meeting recessed at 10:22 A.M.

The meeting reconvened at 10:37 A.M.

LIBRARY WORKSHOP

Lisa Brasher

A. Putnam, Alachua Levy Public Library Cooperative Interlocal Agreement.

Librarians, library volunteers and friends of the library from theLevyCountylibraries introduced themselves

Ms. Brasher gave a presentation

Ms. Brasher explained what PAL is and the benefits it could provide for the Library system inLevyCounty. PAL stands for the Putnam-Alachua-Levy Library Cooperative and is a free-standing special district funded by multicounty state aid. The State PAL funding amount could be $350,000. In order forLevyCountyto be a part of this Cooperative, Ms. Brasher stated an Interlocal Agreement would be necessary.

Comm. Drew made a motion to move forward with the Interlocal Agreement. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

The meeting recessed at 12:12 P.M.

The meeting reconvened at 1:31 P.M.

BUDGET WORKSHOP

Mrs. Rees pointed out to the Board members an updated budget for the General Fund which reflected the adjustment for Retirement and Insurance as well as Library, leaving $138,909 in Reserve. She stated the budget is still out the amount for the Fire Departments request of $130,517.

CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS

CLERK OF COURT

Mr. Shipp stated his request is the same as from the last presentation.

SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT

Major Sullivan stated the Sheriff’s Department had cut $100,000 from their previous budget, making the new budget total $11,252.642.

Major Sullivan stated the Sheriff’s Department plans to hire on four new dispatchers with approval of the budget as presented. The cost for this would be about $150,000 and the Sheriff would absorb the amount over $100,000.

Comm. Bell stated she didn’t know how the Board would be able to fund this budget and asked if he would work with the Board.

Major Sullivan stated if they are not able to hire the four new dispatchers as presented, the dispatch service will not be done for free with municipalities as of October of next year.

Comm. Drew stated she would like for the Sheriff’s Office to not give a 3% pay raise and still cut more from the budget.

Sullivan made a comparison of the insurance rates paid by the Board for its employees and stated the Sheriff’s Office does not have the same insurance and does not have to budget as much.

Comm. Bell stated she would like to see a significant cut to the Sheriff’s budget. She did not specify a percentage.

SUPERVISOR OF ELECTIONS

Connie Asbell stated she had made no changes to her budget.

Comm. Drew stated she would like to see her budget cut as well as everyone else.

OTHER AGENCIES

NATURE COAST BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT/EZDA

Pat O’Neal stated their budget request is for $44,940.

Mr. Moody stated the following agencies were placed on the agenda for the Board to determine if they would keep the budgeted amounts the same as these agencies will need to plan their coming year’s budget according to what they will be receiving from the Board.

Agency Current Funding

Central Florida Community Action Agency $ 5,000

Meridian Health Care $ 71,368

LARC $ 40,392

Health Department $346,398

There was discussion among the Commissioners as to which, if any of the Agency amounts would change.

FIRE ADVISORY BOARD

After discussion, Comm. Bell suggested the amount to be distributed throughout the 14 Fire Departments in the county should be $1,188,955 and not give a 3% increase to the employees.

Rick Bloom stated he would go back to the Fire Advisory Board to see if any changes could be made.

ADMINISTRATION

Mr. Moody spoke to the Board regarding a Catastrophic Inmate Medical Program and stated the current budgeted amount for Inmate Medical is $200,000. He stated this type of insurance might be something the Board might want to consider in the future.

Discussion of Employee Health Insurance Premiums

Mr. Moody stated there is an increase of 11.8% for the health insurance premiums for Board employees. The Board is absorbing this increase for the employees.

CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PROJECTS

Construction/Maintenance

Mr. Moody stated the portion of roof over the Sheriff’s Civil office down to Courtroom A and the Felony/Misdemeanor division of the Clerk’s office has had extensive roof leakage and re-roofing is necessary. Chuck Cook stated Perry Roofing can replace the roof for $60,676. The total square footage area is 4,600.

The area of the Clerk’s office located near Courtroom A, Traffic/Felony/Misdemeanor, has recently lost the function of the air conditioning unit for this area of the courthouse. Mr. Cook stated the existing unit has been temporarily repaired and a new unit is being built by Brooks Air Systems at a cost of $261,800.

Water Systems

Mr. Tummond gave an update on the water system at University Oaks and stated a new pump-house building is being constructed. A new tank and backup generator have already been purchased in order to get the plant in order. Mr. Tummond also gave information on upcoming plans for this water system.

PRELIMINARY ASSESSMENT RESOLUTIONS

Atty. Brown presented the following Preliminary Rate Resolutions for Board approval:

A. Resolution 2010-38, Preliminary Rate Resolution for Fire Protection Services.

Atty. Brown stated Resolution 2010-38, Preliminary Rate Resolution for Fire Protection Services sets the rate at the same charge as last year of $31 for residential.

Comm. Drew made motion to raise the assessment to the maximum amount of $40.

Comm. Drew rescinded her motion.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the Resolution with the proposed maximum preliminary rate of $40. Second was made by Comm. Johnson.

The votes were as follows:

YES NO

Comm. Drew Comm. Stevens

Comm. Johnson Comm. Rooks

Comm. Bell

The MOTION FAILS.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to set the preliminary rate at $31 and adopt the Resolution. Second was made by Comm. Rooks.

The votes were as follows:

YES NO

Comm. Stevens Comm. Drew

Comm. Rooks Comm. Johnson

Comm. Bell

The MOTION CARRIES.

B. Resolution 2010-39, Preliminary Rate Resolution for Solid Waste Assessments.

Atty. Brown stated Resolution 2010-39, Preliminary Rate Resolution for Solid Waste Assessments sets a flat rate at $25 per parcel.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve Resolution 2010-39 and set the preliminary rate at $25 per parcel. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

C. Resolution 2010-40, Preliminary Rate Resolution for Roadway Maintenance Service Assessments.

Atty. Brown stated Resolution 2010-40, Preliminary Rate Resolution for Roadway Maintenance Service Assessments will set the rate the same as last year.

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve Resolution 2010-40 as presented. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

D. Resolution 2010-41, PreliminaryEMSTax Assessment Rate Resolution.

Atty. Brown stated Resolution 2010-41, Preliminary EMS Tax Assessment Rate Resolution sets the rate at $38, residential.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve Resolution 2010-41 and set the preliminary rate at $38 for residential. Second was made by Comm. Rooks and the MOTION CARRIES. Comm. Johnson votes NO.

Atty. Brown stated the final hearings for these Resolutions are set for September 7^th at 6:30 P.M.

TENTATIVE MILLAGE FOR FISCAL YEAR 2010-2011

Mrs. Rees stated the proposed budget millage rate is set at 7.4212. The rollback rate is set at 7.8436. The maximum millage rate which could be set at a majority vote is 9.5379. The maximum millage rate which could be set at a 2/3 vote is 10.4917.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to set the tentative millage rate at 7.8436. The motion dies for lack of a second.

Comm. Johnson made a motion to set the tentative millage rate at 7.4212. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES. Comm. Stevens votes NO.

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 5:03 P.M.

ATTEST: BOARD OFCOUNTYCOMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY,FL

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

BOCC Regular Meeting – July 20, 2010

July 24, 2012 by SuperAdmin

REGULAR MEETING

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

JULY 20, 2010

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on July 20, 2010, at 9:00 AM in the Levy County Board ofCountyCommissionersmeeting room, with the following Commissioners present:

Chairperson Nancy Bell

Vice Chairperson Danny Stevens

Comm. Marsha Drew

Comm. Lilly Rooks

Comm.ChadJohnson

Also present were:

Danny J. Shipp – Clerk of Court

CountyAttorney– Anne Bast Brown

CountyCoordinator– Fred Moody

Assistant to theCountyCoordinator– Dick Tummond

Chairperson Bell called the meeting to order at 9:03 AM. Comm. Bell gave the invocation, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.

EXPENDITURES

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

CHECK NUMBER	101810-101956
FUND	AMOUNT
GENERAL REVENUE	536,288.92
ROAD	126,049.26
LIBRARY	1,564.03
PERMANENT MOSQUITO	550.00
COURT TECH/CRIM PREV	6,313.04
TRANSPORTATION	56,894.16
COURT FACILITIES	1,101.48
PROGRESS ENERGY	1,070.70
EMS	33,680.44
FIRE	114,002.21
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT	4,194.45
UTILITIES	8,561.87
ADD COURT COSTS	2,381.75
CAPITAL PROJECTS	577.04
LANDFILL	97,677.14
TOTAL	$ 990,906.49

MINUTES

Approval of Minutes for the Regular Meeting held July 6, 2010.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the minutes for the Regular Meeting held July 6, 2010 with changes. Second was made by Comm. Rooks and the MOTION CARRIES.

2008/2009 AUDIT REPORT

Alan Nast, CPA

Carr, Riggs, & Ingram, LLC

A. Presentation of Audit for Fiscal Year 2008/2009.

Mr. Nast presented the audit for the fiscal year 2008/2009 to the Board and gave a brief explanation of the audit results. There was no non-compliance reported.

AMVETS

Ivan Chubb

A. Presentation of Amvets Officer of the Year.

Mr. Chubb presented Amvets Officer of the Year Award to Roger Bell of the Levy County Sheriff’s Department.

BRONSON COMMUNITY ACCESS CENTER

A. Community Clean-up. – Not Present

TOWN OF INGLIS

MayorLake, Town ofInglis

A. Discuss Recreation Funds.

MayorLakethanked Comm. Drew for recreation funds used to install misting system in the children’s park.

LARC

Betty Walker, Executive Director

A. Request additional funds.

Ms. Walker requested additional funds from the Board to cover insurance premiums. She explained their revenues were not as much as they had been in the past due to a reduced number of clients and did not expect the amount would be available each time the bill was due.

Comm. Stevens made motion to approve a cash advance for LARC in the amount of $23,761.37. Second was made by Comm. Rooks.

After discussion by the Commissioners and Ms. Walker, Comm. Bell called for a vote.

The votes were as follows:

Yes No

Comm. Stevens Comm. Drew

Comm. Rooks Comm. Johnson

Comm. Bell

The MOTION FAILS.

Comm. Johnson made a motion for a cash advance to cover insurance costs in the amount of $18,121.79. Second was made by Comm. Rooks.

After discussion by the Commissioners and Ms. Walker, Comm. Bell called for a vote.

The votes were as follows:

Yes No

Comm. Stevens Comm.Bell

Comm. Rooks Comm. Drew

Comm. Johnson

The MOTION CARRIES.

CLYATT HOUSE LEARNING CENTER

Frank Pitts

A. Request for school zone signs. – TABLED

DEPARTMENT REPORTS

NON-AGENDA ITEM

Mr. Moody requested the Board hear a non-agenda item regarding the Guardian ad Litem office space issue.

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

Mr. moody presents information on the

Guardian ad Litem office space. The office space in question is in Chiefland and the monthly rent is $1,570. Levy and Gilchrist would split the rent 60/40, making theLevyCountyportion $942.00 per month. The only additional cost would be for phones.

Comm. Drew made a motion to rent the office space in Chiefland for the Guardian ad Litem as presented.

Comm. Drew then rescinded her motion after Atty. Brown pointed out the lease agreement needed to be approved before the County entered into this agreement.

After discussion Comm. Drew made a motion to move forward to look at the Lease Agreement for the office space in Chiefland. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

COUNTY COORDINATOR

Fred Moody,CountyCoordinator

A. Resolution Number 2010-37 appointing Chair to Oil Spill Coastal Zone Authority Recovery Committee.

Mr. Moody requested approval of Resolution 2010-37 by the Board.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve Resolution Number 2010-37 appointing Chairperson Bell to the Oil Spill Coastal Zone Authority Recovery Committee. Second was made by Comm. Johnson.

After discussion, Comm. Rooks requests the Resolution be approved leaving out a particular name and state the “Chairperson” would be appointed, whoever this may be.

Comm. Drew amended her motion to approve the Resolution amended to state the Chairperson would be appointed to this committee. Second was made by Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

B. Discussion of Fire Agreement. Re: Chiefland – Fowler’s Bluff – Otter Creek

Mr. Moody asked the Board if they would discuss the Fire Agreements with Chiefland, Fowler’s Bluff and Otter Creek.

Mrs. Teresa Barron, Vice-Mayor of the City ofChieflandand the Chiefland Fire Commissioner stated their contracts have a clause stating they must have the County approve any contracts they may have with other districts.

With these two contracts, the Districts will have one Fire Chief and three Firefighter/EMS personnel available to respond to fires during working hours and one Firefighter, two First Responder and eight volunteers after 6:00 P.M. Mrs. Barron then pointed out to the Board in attendance was the Otter Creek Attorney, Brent Barris and the Chiefland Attorney, Norm Fugate if there were any legal questions.

After discussion Comm. Rooks requested to table this item since Fowler’s Bluff not present.

Comm. Stevens requested to have Atty. Fugate send a letter to Mr. Shipp addressing questions regarding the contracts and Mr. Shipp will forward these questions to the auditing company Carr, Riggs & Ingram. Mr. Shipp will present the results at the next Board meeting.

Comm. Drew made a motion to consent to working on the Agreement with Otter Creek and to review at the next Board meeting. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

The meeting recessed at 11:11 A.M.

The meeting reconvened at 11:23 A.M.

EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES

Trish Seibold, Director

A. Request approval to order new ambulance from Wheel Coach with 90/10 Grant Money.

Ms. Seibold requested Board approval to order a new ambulance from Wheel Coach with the 90/10 Grant money.

Comm. Rooks made a motion to approve the EMS Department ordering a new ambulance with the 90/10 Grant money. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

LIBRARY

Lisa Brasher, Director

A. Request to schedule a workshop to discuss aMulti-CountyCo-op.

Ms. Brasher thanked individual Commissioners for attendance at different functions and visits to the Libraries recently. She then requested the Board to schedule a workshop date to discuss aMulti-CountyCo-op.with the Libraries.

The Commissioners decided to address this immediately following the next Board meeting.

COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS

Comm. Johnson

A. Request to install and maintain two caution lights at CR 341 nearChieflandElementary School.

Comm. Johnson requests the County to install and maintain two caution lights donated by Plum Creek and Tarmac at CR 341 nearChieflandElementary School.

Bruce Greenlee of the Road Department states the expense would be minimal for the county to install. Angela Johnson of the Levy County Schools Foundation explained the caution lights are run by solar panels and have a 5-year warranty, making maintenance minimal.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the installation and maintenance of two caution lights nearChieflandElementary School. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

Comm. Drew

A. Resolution Number 2010-36 Urging Governor to ConveneSummit.

Comm. Drew requested approval of Resolution Number 2010-36 Urging Governor to Convene Summit. Comm. Rooks would like wording added to address aquaculture and fishing industries in the language of the document. Atty. Brown clarifies where the language is to be added.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve Resolution Number 2010-36 with the added language. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

Comm. Drew stated Bill and Verna Brown from The Children’s Table in conjunction with Barbara Locke from the Health Department and the Department Children and Families will be offering food and basic health screenings along with help with State Aid starting July 31^st at 9:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M. in Inglis a the Town Hall. Another opportunity for these services will be offered on the same day in Otter Creek from 1:00 P.M. to 4:00 P.M.

Comm. Rooks

A. Tenth Amended and Restated Agreement to Establish the Citrus, Levy, Marion Regional Workforce Development Board.

Comm. Rooks presented and made a motion to approve the Tenth Amended and Restated Agreement to Establish the Citrus, Levy, Marion Regional Workforce Development Board. Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

Comm. Rooks gave an update regarding work with Emergency Management and presented copies showing work done to get areas along our coastline protected and explained how this would now be protected with booming and other measures in an effort to protect the aquaculture industry should any oil from the oil spill come our way.

The meeting recessed at 12:00 P.M.

The meeting reconvened at 1:33 P.M.

BUDGET WORKSHOP

FIRE ADVISORY BOARD

Chief Lamar Stegall stated by not hiring a Fire Director, as originally planned, this decreased their budget by 7.9%. This leaves the Fire Departments as a whole with a 3% increase for operational expenses. The Commissioners asked Chief Stegall to talk with the Fire Advisory Board to see if they could further reduce their budget.

REVISED BUDGET SUMMARY

Board ofCountyCommissionersrevised budget summary presented by the Clerk to the Board.

Sheila Rees presented the revised budget to the Board stating some of the departments cut and some did not. The line item for insurance will be increased more than originally budgeted. She stated the General Revenue Fund had a total of $253,509 and put $206,496 in Reserve. It is still out the amount of the Library which is $34,000 and the Fire amount of $130,317.

LEVY COUNTY CLERK OF COURT

Mr. Shipp stated the total reduction for the Clerk’s office was $17,170 from the last meeting. This took away the 3% raise amount. Comm. Drew stated she used last years actual budget, calculated what was used, added insurance and retirement increases and came up with a $90,000 reduction from last year. She stated she had also done this for all budgets she had available with the expenditures and came up with the amount of $797,000, not counting all of the Constitutional Officers.

LEVY COUNTY SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT

Major Evan Sullivan stated the Sheriff’s budget did not cut and are asking for a 2.33% increase. Without asking for additional money, they would like to hire on four new dispatchers dedicated toEMSand Fire and a Law Dispatcher. Comm. Drew questioned the budgeted amount for Comp time. Comm. Bell asked if this budget could be reduced.

Comm. Drew stated there is one Command Administrative Staff person for every 2.4 Law Enforcement Officers and these Command Administrative Staff employees are making considerably more than the Law Enforcement Officers. If cuts are to be made, Comm. Drew stated she hoped it would not reflect public safety, but that it would reflect office staff, if anything.

LEVY COUNTY SUPERVISOR OF ELECTIONS

Mrs. Asbell stated she did not turn in a reduced budget, but kept it the same as last year. Comm. Drew asked if she could take another look at her budget to try to reduce it.

The Commissioners discussed having Mr. Moody get each Department to go back to their actual expenditures from previous years to find areas to reduce.

Comm. Drew stated she is not in favor of purchasing two new ambulances, as this would put all ambulances aging together and later having to be replaced at the same time again.

The next workshop date is set for August 3^rd immediately after the Regular Board meeting.

Comm. Johnson stated there is a ball-park figure to work with for revenue. The other side is expenses which can be broken down into payroll and operating expenses. Every department has an opportunity to cut, based on how these moneys are utilized and encouraged every department to try to identify waste in their budget.

Comm. Bell asks all of the departments to pull together to make the budget work.

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 2:46 P.M.

ATTEST: BOARD OFCOUNTYCOMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY,FL

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

BOCC Regular Meeting – July 6, 2010

July 24, 2012 by SuperAdmin

REGULAR MEETING

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

JULY 6, 2010

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

Chairperson Nancy Bell

Vice Chairperson Danny Stevens

Comm. Marsha Drew

Comm. Lilly Rooks

Comm. Chad Johnson

Also present were:

Danny J. Shipp – Clerk of Court

County Attorney – Anne Bast Brown

County Coordinator – Fred Moody

Assistant to the County Coordinator – Dick Tummond

Chairperson Bell called the meeting to order at 9:00 AM. Comm. Bell gave the invocation, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.

EXPENDITURES

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

CHECK NUMBER	101674-101809
FUND	AMOUNT
GENERAL REVENUE	1,044,173.53
ROAD	82,415.64
SHIP	0.00
LIBRARY	19,446.72
PERMANENT MOSQUITO	255.67
COURT TECH/CRIM PREV	0.00
TRANSPORTATION	28,379.50
911	16,583.33
SP LAW ENF	0.00
COURT FACILITIES	69.30
PROGRESS ENERGY	12,828.84
EMS	22,042.64
FIRE	1,862.15
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT	3,313.99
UTILITIES	392.45
DRUG TASK FORCE	0.00
COMMUNICATION	0.00
JUV JUSTICE	0.00
ADD COURT COSTS	0.00
IMPACT FEES – EMS	0.00
IMPACT FEES – PARKS	0.00
IMPACT FEES – RD DIST II	0.00
DEBT SERVICE	0.00
CAPITAL PROJECTS	0.00
CONSTRUCTION	0.00
LANDFILL	23,840.11
MSBU’S	0.00
TOTAL	$ 1,255,603.87

MINUTES

Approval of Minutes for the Regular Meeting held June 22, 2010.

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve the minutes for the Regular Meeting held June 22, 2010. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS

Teresa Wilson, Florida Department of Corrections

A. Request approval of Proclamation 2010-28 recognizing and observing July 18-24, 2010 as Probation, Parole, and Community Supervision Week.

Teresa Wilson introduced Cassandra Sheppard who then requested Board approval of Proclamation 2010-28.

After Comm. Bell read the Proclamation into record, Comm. Drew made a motion to approve Proclamation 2010-28 as presented. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

ZONING

Rob Corbitt, Director

Atty. Brown swore in those in the audience who wished to speak for or against any of the Hardship Variances to be presented.

1. Comm. Stevens stated he had ex-parte communication on item C. 2.Comm. Bell stated she had ex-parte communication with Sam Rife concerning item B.

A. Petition No. 5-10 Ha.Va., Hardship Variance, Cynthia M. Baxter.

Mr. Corbitt presented for Board approval Petition No. 5-10 Ha.Va., Hardship Variance for Cynthia M. Baker to allow a second dwelling in order to care for her mother.

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve Petition No. 5-10 Ha.Va. as presented. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES

B. Petition No. 6-10 Ha.Va., Hardship Variance, Sam W. Rife.

Mr. Corbitt presented for Board approval Petition No. 6-10 Ha.Va., Hardship Variance, Sam W. Rife to allow a second dwelling in order for a friend to help care for him.

Rachel Roberts speaks against construction traffic on the street in which she lives as the property in question has other access.

Mr. Rife speaks and explains the addition of a second dwelling will not interfere with Mrs. Robert’s property.

Comm. Rooks made a motion to approve Petition No. 6-10 Ha.Va. as presented. Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

C. Petition No. PV 1-10, Vacation of a portion of Lot 2, Prosperity Farms.

Mr. Corbitt presented for Board approval Petition No. PV 1-10, Vacation of a portion of Lot 2, Prosperity Farms.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve Petition No. PV 1-10 as presented. Second was made by Comm. Rooks and the MOTION CARRIES.

LEVY COUNTY VISITOR’S BUREAU

Carol McQueen,

A. Request approval to re-print a 20 page full color brochure at a cost of $5,625.

Mrs. McQueen requested Board approval to re-print a 20 page full color brochure at a cost of $5,625 by Tomes Rabold Advertising. Upon completion of this order, the brochure will be owned by the Levy County Visitor’s Bureau so it can be taken elsewhere for printing in the future.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the brochure printing as presented. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

B. Request approval of Levy County Tourist Development Council’s Advertising Grant Award recommendation.

Mrs. McQueen requested Board approval of Levy County Tourist Development Council’s Advertising Grant Award recommendation as follows:

Festival/Event		Request		Recommendation
Levy County Fair Association			$4,000		$3,000
Cedar Key Art Center/47th Annual Art Festival			$4,000		$3,000
Williston Chamber of Commerce/22nd Peanut Festival			$4,000		$2,000
Cedar Key Chamber of Commerce/CK Christmas			$4,000		$2,000
Levy County Historical Society/Levy Co. RR Days			$2,000		$1,000
Cedar Key Aquaculture Association/July 4^th-CLAMERICA			$2,000		$1,000
CK Chamber of Commerce/Red Fish Kayak Tournament			$2,000		$1,000
LARC/35th Wild Hog Canoe & Kayak Race			$2,500		$500
Chiefland Chamber of Commerce/Christmas Fest. & Parade			$1,000		$500
Fanning Springs Chamber of Commerce			$1,500		$500
Williston Chamber of Commerce/Williston Airport Fest			$4,000		$500
	Total Grant Awards			$15,000

Toni Collins spoke against the recommendations presented by Mrs. McQueen.

Mr. Cannon spoke against sending any advertising money to Cedar Key as Cedar Key does not pay County taxes.

Comm. Rooks stated she is in favor of pursuing additional advertising funding through BP and sending a Resolution to the Governor’s office.

Mrs. McQueen stated she is working on a Memorandum of Understanding to the Governor’s office for BP to provide advertising funding for our county.

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve the Advertising Grant Award recommendations as presented. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

LEVY COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE

Major Sullivan, LCSO

A. Request approval/ratification of application for the Levy County Multi-Jurisdictional Task Force 19 Grant in the amount of $75,725.

Major Sullivan requested approval/ratification of application for the Levy County Multi-Jurisdictional Task Force 19 Grant in the amount of $75,725. He explained approval of this application will allow the Levy County Sheriff’s Office Drug Task Force to partially pay for the salaries of two officers working in the Drug Unit.

Comm. Rooks made a motion to approve/ratify the application as presented. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

AWARD PRESENTATION

Comm. Bell presents an award to Comm. Rooks from the Florida Association of Counties for her work with the Legislature for our County. Comm. Bell stated Comm. Rooks serves as the President of the Small County Coalition and serves on the Board of Directors for the Florida Association of Counties.

The meeting recessed at 10:32 A.M.

The meeting reconvened at 10:48 A.M.

DEPARTMENT REPORTS

COUNTY COORDINATOR

Fred Moody, County Coordinator

A. Proposed Lease Agreement for Guardian ad Litem.

Mr. Moody presented the Proposed Lease Agreement for Guardian ad Litem. He explained the Guardian ad litem will partner with Gilchrist County to utilize the same office space. After researching several available office spaces in Chiefland, a central location, the 102 N. Main Street location would be their preference. The rent will be split Levy/60 % and Gilchrist County/40%. The Levy County portion will be about $942.00 per month. He requested the Board’s approval to proceed. Once the lease has been prepared, it will be brought before the Board for approval.

The Board decided to TABLE this item until further information can be provided.

Mr. Moody requested the Board set a date for a Budget Workshop before July 15^th as a tentative budget and Millage needs to be provided by this date. Commissioners agreed to hold the Workshop on Monday, July 12^th at 10:00 A.M.

Mr. Moody asks Trish Siebold to come forward to present budget news for the Board. Ms. Siebold stated the EMS Department was awarded a 90/10 Grant for a new unit by the State in the amount of $120,600.

CORRESPONDENCE

Heather Lombardo

A. Proposed additions to the Levy County Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board.

Mrs. Lombardo presented for the Board, proposed additions and changes to the Levy County Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board as follows:

Additions

Veterans Category

Alternate Voting Member – Robert E. Lowyns

Community Action Agency Agency Category

Primary Voting Member – Katrina Bowers Alternate Voting Member – Cindy Morgan

Changes

Elder Affairs Category

Remove Barbara Cook as Primary Voting Member

Change Alternate Voting Member Kay Stephens to Primary Voting Member

Comm. Drew made a motion to accept the additions and changes to the Levy County Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board as presented. Second was made by Comm. Rooks and the MOTION CARRIES.

EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT

Mark Johnson, Director

A. Request to accept the Emergency Management Performance Grant Award.

Mr. Johnson requested the Board accept the Emergency Management Performance Grant Award in the amount of $53,369.

Comm. Rooks made a motion to accept the Emergency Management Performance Grant Award as presented. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

ROAD DEPARTMENT

Bruce Greenlee, Administrative Superintendent

A. Request permission to accept a truck and trailer that the Levy County Sheriff’s Department has donated to the Levy County Road Department.

Mr. Greenlee requested permission from the Board to accept a truck and trailer donated by the Levy County Sheriff’s Department. The truck is a 1983 Ford F700 and the trailer is a 24 ft. single axel trailer. Mr. Greenlee stated the truck and trailer would be used to haul trimming equipment.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to accept the truck and trailer from the Levy County Sheriff’s Department. Second was made by Comm. Rooks and the MOTION CARRIES.

B. Request to purchase a truck for the mowing crew.

Mr. Greenlee requested permission from the Board to purchase a truck for the mowing crew and presented the bid results as follows:

Scoggins Chevrolet
2010 Silverado Regular Cab						$20,305
2010 Silverado Extended Cab						$24,580.19

Florida Sheriff’s Association
2010 Chevrolet Silverado – Base Price						$14,876
2010 Chevrolet Silverado – Standard Cab with extra’s						$16,536
2010 Chevrolet Silverado – Extended Cab with Extra’s						$23,121
2010 Ford F150 4×2 – Base Price						$13,734
2010 Ford F150 4×2 – Standard Cab With Extra’s						$15,229
2010 Ford F150 4×2 – Extended Cab With Extra’s						$19,429

Mr. Greenlee’s recommendation is to accept the bid from the Florida Sheriff’s Association for the 2010 Ford F150 4×2 Standard Cab in the amount of $15,229.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to accept the bid as presented to purchase the 2010 Ford F150 as presented. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

C. Adopt Resolution 2010-32 accepting easement necessary to accumulate and move debris on property located in Pinehurst Subdivision in order for Williston Fire Department to burn debris for training.

Mr. Greenlee requested the Board adopt Resolution 2010-32 accepting easement necessary to accumulate and move debris on property located in Pinehurst Subdivision in order for Williston Fire Department to burn debris for training.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to adopt Resolution 2010-32 as presented. Second was made by Comm. Rooks and the MOTION CARRIES.

D. Request permission to accept Interlocal Agreement for Community Development Block Grant application for the City of Williston.

Mr. Greenlee requested permission from the Board to accept the Interlocal Agreement for Community Development Block Grant Application for the City of Williston in relation to water system infrastructure improvements to be made in the city.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to accept the Interlocal Agreement as presented. Second was made by Comm. Rooks and the MOTION CARRIES.

COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS

Comm. Drew

A. Approval of Resolution 2010-36 requesting the Governor of the State of Florida to convene a summit for the preservation of Florida’s shores and to promote legislation for robust alternative/renewable energy.

Comm. Drew presented and requested Board approval of Resolution 2010-36 requesting the Governor of the State of Florida to convene a summit for the preservation of Florida’s shores and to promote legislation for robust alternative/renewable energy. Comm. Drew read the Resolution into record.

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve Resolution 2010-36 as presented. Second was made by Comm. Drew.

After discussion the Commissioners decided to TABLE this item and reconsider after changes can be made in the language of the Resolution.

Comm. Rooks

A. Tenth Amended and Restated Agreement to establish the Citrus, Levy, Marion Regional Workforce Development Board. – TABLED

Comm. Bell reminded the Board members of the luncheon with the Soil and Water Conservation at noon at the Baptist Church and of the Public Hearing at 6:30 P.M. on the proposed Large Scale Land Use Map.

The meeting recessed at 11:33 A.M.

The meeting reconvened at 6:30 P.M.

PUBLIC HEARING

Shenley Neely, Planning Department Director

A. Proposed Large Scale Land Use Map Amendment

Ms. Neely explained the proposed petition is for a large scale land use amendment to the Future Land Use Map for the Comprehensive Plan. This petition was heard at the May 3rd, 2010 Levy Planning Commission public meeting and the commission recommended approval by a vote of 3 to 1.

Petition LSA 10-01 is for property owners William and Linda Grafton. It is to Amend the Levy County Future Land Use Map from Urban Low Density Residential (LDR) to Commercial (C) on approximately 10.58 acres located just south of Williston within the Williston Municipal Service District. The petitioner’s application states the subject property will be used for warehousing.

Comm. Bell asked if there was anyone wishing to speak for or against the petition. There were none.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the petition to transmit to DCA. Second was made by Comm. Rooks and the MOTION CARRIES.

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 6:38 P.M.

ATTEST: BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY, FL

____________________________________ ____________________________________

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

1. Ex-Parte Communication Comm. Stevens

2. Ex-Parte Communication Comm. Bell

BOCC Regular Meeting – June 22, 2010

July 24, 2012 by SuperAdmin

REGULAR MEETING

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

JUNE 22, 2010

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on June 22, 2010, at 9:00 AM in the Levy County Board ofCountyCommissionersmeeting room, with the following Commissioners present:

Chairperson Nancy Bell

Vice Chairperson Danny Stevens

Comm. Marsha Drew

Comm. Lilly Rooks

Comm.ChadJohnson

Also present were:

Danny J. Shipp – Clerk of Court

CountyAttorney– Anne Bast Brown

CountyCoordinator– Fred Moody

Assistant to theCountyCoordinator– Dick Tummond

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

EXPENDITURES

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

CHECK NUMBER	101534-101673
FUND	AMOUNT
GENERAL REVENUE	407,992.27
ROAD	366,236.96
SHIP	150.00
LIBRARY	845.93
PERMANENT MOSQUITO	3,800.37
COURT TECH/CRIM PREV	414.88
TRANSPORTATION	623.11
COURT FACILITIES	32.50
PROGRESS ENERGY	227.68
EMS	18,929.11
FIRE	5,349.40
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT	6,262.48
UTILITIES	24,510.97
ADD COURT COSTS	439.90
LANDFILL	107,809.53
TOTAL	$ 943,625.09

MINUTES

Approval of Minutes for the Regular Meeting held June 8, 2010.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the minutes for the Regular Meeting held June 8, 2010. Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

CHS CHEERLEADERS/HOSA

Tiffany English, CHS Cheerleaders

A. Discuss CHS competitive cheerleading team and request donations for safety mats.

Comm. Bell introduced the CHS Cheerleaders in attendance of the meeting. Ms. Tiffany English spoke for the team and explained they were interested in purchasing safety mats. She asked if any of the Board members would be willing to make donations to assist in this purchase.

The Board agreed to check the balance of their recreation accounts and would let the school know how much they could contribute.

Tiffany English, CHS HOSA

A. Seeking donations for National HOSA Competition/Conference June 23, 2010

Ms. English asked if the Board members would be willing to contribute to the CHS HOSA (Health Occupational Services of America) team for members attending the National HOSA Competition.

PUBLIC HEARING

Bruce Greenlee, Road Department Admin. Superintendent

A. Resolution 2010-26 approving the petition to vacate, abandon, and close a portion of NE 20^th Street a/k/a CR 107.

Mr. Greenlee requested Board approval of Resolution 2010-26.

Comm. Bell asked if there were any to speak for or against the Resolution. There were none.

Comm. Rooks made a motion to approve Resolution 2010-26. Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

TOWN OF BRONSON

Berlon Weeks, Town ofBronsonCommissioner

A. Request for help with mosquito control ditch.

Mr. Weeks explained the Town ofBronsonis in need of help with the mosquito control ditch in Bronson and asked if there was any way the County could help. He explained the Town had Steve Minnis of SRWMD attend one of their meetings to discuss if clearing out the ditch would create a problem .

After discussion between Mr. Weeks, Mr. Minnis, Commissioners and members of the audience, Comm. Stevens made a motion forLevyCountyto enter into an Interlocal Agreement with the Town ofBronsonand later, if necessary the County along with the Town ofBronsoncan draft a letter to FEMA expressing concerns. Second was made by Comm. Rooks and the MOTION CARRIES.

Mrs. Cannon suggested sending a copy of this letter to State Senators and Representatives.

PUBLIC COMMENTS

Representative Leonard Bembry commented on the previous topic was in support of something being done to resolve the blockage of the mosquito control ditch as this would affect businesses considering coming to this area. Rep. Bembry then gave a Legislative update to the Commissioners.

Carol McQueen, Nature Coast Business Development Council gave an update on the past executive director and stated the Levy County Sheriff’s office had conducted investigation and issued a sworn complaint to the State Attorney’s office. Mrs. McQueen stated the amount requested by the Nature Coast Business Development Council for restitution was around $19,000 to $20,000.

911 ADDRESSING

Mike West, 911 Addressing

A. Request approval and Chair’s signature on amendment to Embarq Centurion Service Agreement.

Mr. West requested Board approval and signature on the amendment to the Embarq Centurion Service Agreement. Mr. West explained this amendment provides 36 months of Centurion maintenance for the Genovation keypads used in dispatch previously approved and installed.

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

DEPARTMENT REPORTS

SHIP

Dick Tummond

A. Satisfaction of Mortgage for Pagan, Ashley and Carnegie.

Mr. Tummond requested Board approval for Satisfaction of Mortgage for the following individuals:

Ana M. Pagan $12,000

Edward/Renee Ashley $ 4,500

Alice Carnegie $ 9,387

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

ROAD DEPARTMENT

Bruce Greenlee, Administrative Superintendent

A. Request approval to advertise for bids for Road Department materials.

Mr. Greenlee requested Board approval to advertise the following items for bid:

Asphalt Safety Items

Emulsion Prime – Tar Sign Materials

Galvanized Culvert Pipe Sod

Motor Oils Striping

Porta Potty

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve advertising the above listed items for bid as presented. Second was made by Comm. Rooks and the MOTION CARRIES.

B. Request direction regarding Fanning Springs parking lot.

Mr. Greenlee requested Board direction regarding the City of Fanning Springs parking lot. Mr. Greenlee stated he had met with Patrick Webster from SRWMD last Thursday and an exemption was granted for and Environmental Resource permit for 6,000 sq. ft. of parking area. The estimated cost for the project would be $4,000-$4,500, which includes materials and labor.

Comm. Rooks made a motion to approve constructing the parking area as presented. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

LEVY COUNTY TRANSIT

Desiree Painter, General Manager

A. Transportation Disadvantaged Trip and Equipment Grant Agreement.

Mr. Moody requested on behalf of Ms. Painter the Transportation Disadvantaged Trip and Equipment Grant Agreement. The County’s portion of this Grant is $30,001.00.

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

The meeting recessed at 10:30 A.M.

The meeting reconvened at 10:45 A.M.

COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS

Comm. Rooks asked if the Commissioners would like to ride in the July 4^th parade at Cedar Key and what time. She explained there are two parades, the first is at 11:00 A.M. and the second is at 2:30 P.M. and it is a golf cart parade. The Commissioners agreed to ride in the 11:00 A.M. parade. Comm. Rooks stated they will need to meet in front of the school at 10:15 A.M.

Comm. Stevens stated the Willistion 4^th of July parade will be on July 3^rd. Line-up is at 4:00 P.M. and the parade starts at 5:00 P.M. There is no candy throwing at this parade.

Comm. Rooks stated she and Atty. Brown attended a meeting with FWC Thursday regarding Class I and II animals. She stated law enforcement and first responders are now made aware of the location of these animals in the county. Another change is the owners of these animals must provide Emergency Management with their plan of evacuation. Also, anyone interested can go the Sheriff Department’s website to find the location of these animals in the county.

Comm. Rooks also gave information on a meeting she attended yesterday inTallahassee regarding the oil spill.

Comm. Bell gave information on a conference she had attended inSavannah on the Community Action Program in which she serves on this Board in the private sector, as opposed to a County representative. The conference was on CDBG and she found it to be very informative.

Comm. Bell stated the Community Action Agency is having a meeting June 24^th and they are looking for a citizen representative for the Community Action Board if anyone is interested.

Comm. Drew stated she is working with Mark Johnson as the oil spill volunteer coordinator and will be doing a volunteer drive. Comm. Drew stated she would like to establish an ambassador program where citizens could be an ambassador forLevyCounty.

Comm. Johnson gave an update on the FFA Convention. He stated Ms. Sarah Gore from Chiefland won the Star Talent award. He also stated the Star Discovery award is new this year for 8^th graders and two of the top four finalists were from levy County. One of them was Tyler Beauchamp from Bronson and the winner of this award was Harold Tillis from Chiefland. All three schools from Levy County participating had teams or individuals in the Parade of Champions, which go on stage and are the top five in the State for their area of competition.

PUBLIC RECORDS AND SUNSHINE LAW WORKSHOP

Atty. Brown provided copies for the Board members of information regarding the Public Records Law and the Sunshine Law.

Atty. Brown explained what is considered public record, what is exempt, how to respond to a public records request and fees. She also explained the penalties for not providing information and the retention of records.

Atty. Brown then explained the Sunshine Law, its purpose, what constitutes a meeting, and who is subject to the Sunshine Law. She also explained the penalties involved in not following this law.

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 11:36 A.M.

ATTEST: BOARD OFCOUNTYCOMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY,FL

____________________________________ ____________________________________

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

BOCC Regular Meeting – June 8, 2010

July 24, 2012 by SuperAdmin

REGULAR MEETING

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

JUNE 8, 2010

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on June 8, 2010, at 9:00 AM in the Levy County Board of County Commissioners meeting room, with the following Commissioners present:

Chairperson Nancy Bell

Vice Chairperson Danny Stevens

Comm. Marsha Drew

Comm. Lilly Rooks

Comm. Chad Johnson

Also present were:

Danny J. Shipp – Clerk of Court

County Attorney – Anne Bast Brown

County Coordinator – Fred Moody

Assistant to the County Coordinator – Dick Tummond

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

EXPENDITURES

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

CHECK NUMBER	101375-101533
FUND	AMOUNT
GENERAL REVENUE	1,136,369.76
ROAD	142,266.30
SHIP	12,600.00
LIBRARY	1,104.24
PERMANENT MOSQUITO	2,360.52
TRANSPORTATION	85,174.93
911	16,583.33
COURT FACILITIES	137.75
PROGRESS ENERGY	460.21
EMS	14,639.97
FIRE	1,830.02
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT	2,325.11
UTILITIES	3,417.19
DRUG TASK FORCE	691.02
LANDFILL	11,892.84
TOTAL	$ 1,431,853.19

MINUTES

Approval of Minutes for the Regular Meeting held May 18, 2010.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the minutes for the Regular Meeting held May 18, 2010 with correction. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

WORKFORCE CONNECTION

Marlene Grabbe, Workforce Connection

A. Information regarding possible job opportunities.

Ms. Grabbe gave a slideshow presentation to the Board and explained how the Workforce Connection can help with possible job opportunities for individuals.

MILLS ENGINEERING

Andrew Carswell, Mills Engineering

A. Request bid award for Landfill Trench Closure.

Mr. Carswell presented bids received for the Levy County Landfill Trench 1 Closure and recommends using O’steen Brothers, Inc. for the bid amount of $100,600.00.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve O’steen Brothers, Inc. for the Landfill Trench Closure. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

ZONING

Rob Corbitt, Director

A. Ha.Va. 3-10 William Humphries.

Atty. Brown swore in those in the audience who wished to speak for or against the Hardship Variance.

1. Comm. Rooks stated she had ex-parte communication with Mr. Land.

Mr. Corbitt presented and requested approval from the Board for Ha.Va. 3-10 for William Humphries, to allow a second dwelling in order for his nephew to care for him.

Comm. Rooks made a motion to approve the hardship variance as presented. Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

B. Ha. Va. 4-10 William Tedders.

Mr. Corbitt presented and requested approval from the Board for Ha.Va. 4-10 for William Tedders, which will allow a second dwelling in order for him to care for his mother.

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

SUPERVISOR OF ELECTIONS

Connie Asbell, Supervisor of Elections

A. Request Board appointment of Danny Stevens to 2010 Canvassing Board.

Mrs. Asbell requested appointment by the Board of Danny Stevens to the 2010 Canvassing Board.

Comm. Rooks made a motion to appoint Danny Stevens to the 2010 Canvassing Board. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

CITIZENS ADVISORY TASK FORCE

Walt McJordan

A. Recommendation to apply in the Housing Rehabilitation Category for FY 2009-2010 Community Development Block Grant.

Mr. McJordan asked for consideration by the Board to apply in the Housing Rehabilitation Category for FY 2009-2010 Community Development Block Grant.

CDBG

Dick Tummond, Assistant to the County Coordinator

A. Request approval to commit $125,000 in SHIP funds as leverage to enhance application point score.

Mr. Tummond requested the Board to consider committing $125,000 in SHIP funds as leverage to enhance the application point score.

B. Request approval of Resolution 2010-34 authorizing the Chair to sign a Community Development Block Grant App

Mr. Tummond requested Board approval of Resolution 2010-34 authorizing the Chair to sign a Community Development Block Grant Application.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve Resolution 2010-34. Second was made by Comm. Rooks.

After discussion, Comm. Drew withdraws motion until after Mr. Armstrong of Jordan and Associates makes his presentation.

PUBLIC HEARING

Blount Armstrong, Jordan and Associates

A. Second Public Hearing

Mr. Armstrong conducted the second public hearing making the public aware of the county’s intention to apply for a Community Development Block Grant. Mr. Armstrong referred to the two items Mr. Tummond had mentioned, committing $125,000 in SHIP funds as leverage to enhance the application point score and authorizing the Chair to sign a CDBG Grant application.

Comm. Bell asked if there was anyone wishing to speak for or against. There were none.

Comm. Drew made a motion to commit $125,000 in SHIP funds and approval of Resolution 2010-34. Second was made by Comm. Rooks and the MOTION CARRIES.

Mr. Armstrong asked the Board to consider making a motion to allow Jordan and Associates to complete the application as presented for signature and to submit before the deadline in the Housing Category.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to allow Jordan and Associates to complete the application as presented for signature. Second was made by Comm. Rooks and the MOTION CARRIES.

LEVY COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE

Major Evan Sullivan, LCSO

A. Certification of Participation for the Drug Task Force, Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program.

Major Sullivan requested approval from the Board of the Certification of Participation for the Drug Task Force, Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program in the amount of $75,725.

Comm. Rooks made a motion to approve the Certification of Participation for the Drug Task Force, Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

LEVY COUNTY FIRE AND RESCUE

Chief Rick Bloom, Levy County Fire and Rescue

A. Request approval to purchase 8 sets of bunker gear and a thermal imaging camera.

Chief Bloom requested approval from the Board to purchase 8 sets of bunker gear to properly outfit newly certified interior firefighters and to replace older and/or worn gear not acceptable for interior operations. The gear will be purchased from Municipal Equipment Company, LLC in the amount of $1,205.00 per set, the lowest bid received.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the purchase of 8 sets of bunker gear as presented. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

Chief Bloom requested approval from the Board to purchase a thermal imaging camera for use in locating victims during search and rescue, to monitor fire status, firefighter status, to reveal hot spots, and to aid in locating hidden fire. The camera will be purchased from Hall-Mark Fire Aparatus, Inc. in the amount of $9,580.00, the lowest bid received.

Comm. Rooks made a motion to approve the purchase of a thermal imaging camera as presented. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

DEPARTMENT REPORTS

COUNTY COORDINATOR

Fred Moody, County Coordinator

A. Resolution 2010-33 Expressing Support for Legally Operated Fox Hunting Enclosures.

Mr. Moody requested approval of Resolution 2010-33 expressing support for legally operated fox hunting enclosures.

Comm. Rooks made a motion to approve Resolution 2010-33 as presented. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES. Comm. Drew votes NO.

Comm. Drew stated she had concerns for the animals within the hunting enclosure having no means for escape. Comm. Rooks stated the fox pen owners are required to provide escape routes for the animals. Jake Cason from Williston, a fox pen owner added to Comm. Rooks statements explaining escape routes for the animals and how the dogs are trained.

B. Resolution of Intent of Commit Rights of Use of County Property to North Florida Broadband Authority.

Mr. Moody requested approval of Resolution of Intent of Commit Rights of Use of County Property to North Florida Broadband Authority.

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve Resolution 2010-29. Second was made by Comm. Rooks and the MOTION CARRIES.

C. Request from the Sheriff’s Office to transfer a vehicle to them from the Levy County Transit.

Mr. Moody requested to transfer a vehicle from the Levy County Transit to the Sheriff’s Office. As per a letter written by Sheriff Smith, they are interested in a vehicle Levy County Transit will be taking out of service and converting it into a Command Post for the Sheriff’s Office.

Comm. Drew made a motion to transfer a vehicle from Levy County Transit to the Levy County Sheriff’s Office. Second was made by Comm. Rooks and the MOTION CARRIES.

D. Proposed dates for a Workshop regarding Public Records and Sunshine Law.

Mr. Moody proposed dates for a Workshop regarding Public Records and Sunshine Law and asked the Board to consider setting a date.

Mr. Moody stated there is an agenda item for a Public Hearing on Fair Housing Workshop at 1:00 P.M. today. This item is not part of the Regular Board Meeting and Board members are not Board required to attend.

EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES

Trish Seibold, Director

A. Request approval of Bariatric Unit, with the Purchase of the Stretcher and Ramping system.

Ms. Seibold requested Board approval for the purchase of a stretcher, a ramping system and a wench kit for the bariatric unit. Ms. Seibold stated the stretcher they would like to purchase is a Stryker MX-Pro for the price of $6,844.80 to be purchased from Stryker. The ramping system and wench kit will be purchased from Trans Safe Ramps for the price of $4,600.00 for the set. The total purchase price will be $11,444.80 and can be taken from their equipment line item. Ms. Seibold stated the unit could be up and running by August 1.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the purchase of the stretcher, ramping system and wench kit as presented. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

LEVY COUNTY TRANSIT

Desiree Painter, General Manager

A. Supplemental Joint Participation Agreement Number 1 for 5316 JARC Operational Grant, FY 2010-11.

Ms. Painter requested approval of the Supplemental Joint Participation Agreement Number 1 for 5316 JARC Operational Grant, FY 2010-11 which will provide additional funds in the amount of $97,118 for transportation service trips to employment and employment related activities for low income residents of Levy County.

Comm. Rooks made a motion to approve the Supplemental Joint Participation Agreement as presented. Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

B. Joint Participation Agreement for 5317 New Freedom Grant, FY 2009-10.

Ms. Painter requested approval of the Joint Participation Agreement for 5317 New Freedom Grant, FY 2009-10. The total DOT amount on this project is $15,000. This project is for the transportation of the disabled community.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the Joint Participation Agreement as presented. Second was made by Comm. Rooks and the MOTION CARRIES.

LIBRARY

Jeanine Turner

A. Request to open a line item in county operating for contract services.

Ms. Turner requested approval to open a line item in county operating for contract services. Ms. Turner explained they would like to transfer funds from executive salaries line item into a line item for contract services for SERC annual renewal.

Comm. Rooks made a motion to approve opening a line item for contract services as requested. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

PLANNING

Shenley Neely, Director

A. Request the Board to schedule a Public Hearing to transmit a proposed large scale land use amendment.

Ms. Neely requested the board to schedule a public hearing to transmit a proposed large scale land use amendment. It was discussed by Board members to set the date for July 6^th at 6:30 P.M.

Comm. Drew made a motion to set the date for the public hearing for July 6^th at 6:30 P.M. Second was made by Comm. Rooks and the MOTION CARRIES.

ROAD DEPARTMENT

Bruce Greenlee, Administrative Superintendent

A. Request Board direction on possible demo for spraying on county right-of-way.

Mr. Greenlee stated he was contacted by Garrett Burnett of NaturChem, Inc. and requested Board direction on a possible demo for spraying on county right-of-way. If the Board chooses to use this company, the pricing for the vertical side-trimming is $150.00 per lane mile, $300.00 for a total mile.

Comm. Johnson questioned what chemical is used. Mr. Greenlee stated he would get information and have Mr. Burnett to come in to a Board meeting to answer questions.

After discussion, the Board decided by consensus to have Mr. Greenlee check with other companies for this service.

NON-AGENDA ITEM

Mr. Greenlee asked Board approval to present a non-agenda item.

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

Mr. Greenlee presented a letter to board members from Mayor Nekola of Fanning Springs regarding the Road Department paving the Fanning Springs City Hall parking lot. The letter states the City of Fanning Springs has put in a request to SRWMD to allow them to do this project. Mr. Greenlee stated the estimated cost for materials would be in the area of $10,000.

The Board decided by consensus to ask Mr. Greenlee to get more information to bring back to the Board on the cost and when it can be done.

SOLID WASTE

Benny Jerrels, Director

A. Request approval of Resolution 2010-31, authorizing Chair to sign application for “Consolidated Small County Solid Waste Management Grant” and appointing the Director of Solid Waste as authorized representative under the grant.

Mr. Moody introduced the new Library Director, Lisa Brasher to everyone.

Mr. Moody requested on behalf of Mr. Jerrels approval of Resolution 2010-31. Pending the Governor’s signature on the state budget, this year’s grant will be in the amount is $70,588.00.

Comm. Rooks made a motion to approve Resolution 2010-31 as presented. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS

Comm. Drew wanted to congratulate the Yankeetown Planning and Zoning Commission as they have been awarded the Planning Excellence Award for 2009-2010 by the Department of Community Affairs for their work on the Town’s Comprehensive Plan. The award will be presented June 23^rd in Orlando.

Comm. Rooks gave an update on Sector 7, St. Pete, and our unified command regarding the oil spill.

Comm. Rooks stated she and Atty. Brown will be meeting with FWC tomorrow regarding Class I animals.

Atty. Brown added there are workshops next week the public can attend with FWC throughout the state and named several.

Comm. Rooks encouraged anyone from Levy County who could, to attend the meeting which will be in Gainesville on the 17^th.

The meeting recessed at 11:04 A.M.

The meeting reconvened at 11:27 A.M.

PERSONNEL POLICIES AND PROCEDURES WORKSHOP

Mrs. Martin gave an update to the Board on lay-off and recall guidelines and county policy. In regard to the lay-off policy, an employee within the same classification can bump someone else if they have seniority.

Mrs. Martin explained about how other counties go about getting reimbursed for travel expenses in response to questions from the last workshop.

After giving background information of the current sick leave policy, Mrs. Martin asked if the Board would like to set a specific length of time an employee must work in order to be compensated for unused sick time upon leaving employment on Policy 702. The proposed change specifies an employee must work full-time for 6 years or more and voluntarily leave employment in order to be compensated for ¼ of any unused sick leave at their regular hourly wage to 480 hours.

Comm. Johnson made a motion to accept the proposed change as presented. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

Mrs. Martin requested Board approval of proposed changes in Policy 801, Behavior of Employees. The change involves additions to the current policy.

Comm. Drew made a motion to accept the proposed changes as presented. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

Mrs. Martin requested Board approval of proposed guidelines to Policy 807, Corrective Action/Disciplinary Procedures.

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve the proposed guidelines as presented. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

Mrs. Martin requested Board approval of proposed changes to Policy 904, Dispute Resolution Procedures.

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve the proposed changes as presented. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

Mrs. Martin provided information to the Board and asked for clarification or direction regarding Section I of the Departmental Administrative Procedures adopted in 2002 as the wording could create a violation of the Sunshine Law.

After discussion among the Board members, Comm. Stevens made a motion to rescind the Departmental Administrative Procedures the Board had adopted in 2002. Second was made by Comm. Rooks and the MOTION CARRIES.

The Board decided by consensus to take no further action on the Departmental Administrative Procedures, Policy 905, as adopted in 2004 at this time.

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 12:07 P.M.

ATTEST: BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY, FL

____________________________________ ____________________________________

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

1. Ex-Parte Communication Comm. Rooks

BOCC Regular Meeting – May 18, 2010

July 24, 2012 by SuperAdmin

REGULAR MEETING

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

MAY 18, 2010

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on May 18, 2010, at 9:00 AM in the Levy County Board ofCountyCommissionersmeeting room, with the following Commissioners present:

Chairperson Nancy Bell

Vice Chairperson Danny Stevens

Comm. Marsha Drew

Comm. Lilly Rooks

Comm.ChadJohnson

Also present were:

Danny J. Shipp – Clerk of Court

CountyAttorney– Anne Bast Brown

CountyCoordinator– Fred Moody

Assistant to theCountyCoordinator– Dick Tummond

Chairperson Bell called the meeting to order at 9:00 AM. Comm. Bell gave the invocation, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.

EXPENDITURES

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

CHECK NUMBER	101232-101374
FUND	AMOUNT
GENERAL REVENUE	569,941.51
ROAD	214,763.90
SHIP	12,750.00
LIBRARY	5,691.14
PERMANENT MOSQUITO	6,783.54
COURT TECH/CRIM PREV	414.88
TRANSPORTATION	20,248.08
911	0.00
SP LAW ENF	0.00
COURT FACILITIES	1,152.33
PROGRESS ENERGY	227.68
EMS	29,106.72
FIRE	2,846.77
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT	6,681.81
UTILITIES	5,541.56
DRUG TASK FORCE	671.87
COMMUNICATION	0.00
JUV JUSTICE	0.00
ADD COURT COSTS	439.90
IMPACT FEES – EMS	0.00
IMPACT FEES – PARKS	0.00
IMPACT FEES – RD DIST II	0.00
DEBT SERVICE	0.00
CAPITAL PROJECTS	0.00
CONSTRUCTION	0.00
LANDFILL	78,312.19
MSBU’S	0.00
TOTAL	$ 955,573.88

MINUTES

Approval of Minutes for the Regular Meeting held May 4, 2010.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve the minutes for the regular meeting held on May 4, 2010 as presented. Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

COMM. NANCY BELL

Comm. Nancy Bell, Chairperson

A. Proclamation 2010-23 Honoring and Recognizing the Efforts of the Association for Home and Community Education Volunteers.

Comm. Bell introduced Muriel Turner from the Extension Office who requested the Board adopt Proclamation 2010-23. Ms. Turner read the Proclamation into record and recognized several of the volunteers in attendance of the meeting.

Comm. Rooks made a motion to adopt Proclamation 2010-23. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT

Mark Johnson, Director

Mr. Johnson gave an update the Deepwater Horizon oil spill in the Gulf and indicated there is still no immediate threat to theLevyCountycoastline.

VFW

Ivan Chubb

A. Memorial Day Celebration.

Mr. Chubb reminded everyone of the Memorial Day Celebrations to be held in Cedar Key on May 30, 2010 at 1:00 P.M. at theCedarKeyCemeteryand one in Bronson, May 31, 2010 atRosemaryHillCemeteryat 1:00 P.M.

COMM. MARSHA DREW

Comm. Marsha Drew

A. Citizen Recognition.

Comm. Drew presented Mr. Chubb with a Certificate of Appreciation from the Board and thanked him for all he does to represent both the military and the citizens ofLevyCounty.

PUBLIC HEARING

Bruce Greenlee, Road Department Administrative Superintendent

A. Resolution 2010-25 to approve the closing of a 20’ easement on NE 20^th Street in Foxwood Farms.

Mr. Greenlee requested approval of Resolution 2010-25 to schedule a public hearing for the closing of a 20’ easement on NE 20^th Street in Foxwood Farms. The meeting date was set for June 22, 2010 at 9:00 A.M.

Comm. Rooks made a motion to approve Resolution 2010-25 scheduling a date for a public hearing. Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES

ROAD DEPARTMENT

Bruce Greenlee, Administrative Superintendent

A. Request approval of an interlocal agreement with the City ofChieflandto assist in a Community Development Block Grant application.

Mr. Greenlee requested approval of an interlocal agreement with the City ofChieflandto assist in a Comminity Development Block Grant application.

Comm. Rooks made a motion to approve the interlocal agreement with the City ofChiefland. Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

Mr. Greenlee gave an update to the Board on the roads he was given permission to repair due road damage as a result of the freezing temperatures earlier in the year. He reported there were 27 miles of roads repaired during this time and wanted to give credit to the employees who were responsible for getting this done.

JORDAN AND ASSOCIATES

Blount Armstrong,Jordanand Associates

A. 1^st Public Hearing: CDBG Application.

Mr. Armstrong introduces Jeffrey Winter, his associate and explains they are the Grant Consultants assisting the County in the application for the County’s CDBG Application. He stated the purpose of this public hearing for CDBG application is to make the public awareLevyCountyhas the opportunity to apply for a Community Development Block Grant up to $750,000 and also how it may be used.

Comm. Bell calls for public comment.

Toni Collins asks if there are any areas in the county which would qualify as neighborhood revitalization?

Mr. Tummond answers this would be the unincorporated areas of the county.

Comm. Drew asks what is the process to determine what projects are to be earmarked for the application?

Mr. Armstrong stated there is a Citizens Advisory Task Force in place within the county which has worked with Community Development Block Grant and they are scheduling a meeting with them to get input on which area should be pursued. The recommendation they receive will be reviewed and brought to the Board at a second public hearing for consideration.

Comm. Bell closes the public hearing.

B. Fair Housing Workshop.

Jeffrey Winter explains the Fair Housing Workshop and reads to the Board an excerpt on the Fair Housing Act.

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

PUBLIC COMMENTS

Tom TenBroeck from the Chiefland Citizen thanked the Board for submitting the Delinquent Tax Notices with them this year and spoke with Linda Fugate, Levy County Tax Collector on how the County could reduce costs on this in the future.

DEPARTMENT REPORTS

COUNTY COORDINATOR

Fred Moody,CountyCoordinator

A. Amendment to Agreement betweenLevyCountyand Nature Coast Business Development Council, Inc.

Mr. Moody requests approval of the Amendment to Agreement betweenLevyCountyand Nature Coast Business Development Council, Inc. He explains in paragraph 2 of the Agreement, the amendment will read: In addition, the County has allocated the sum of $1,225 to be paid to the Council in equal installments at the beginning of the quarters of the fiscal year remaining as of the date of this Amendment. The additional $1,225 is intended for the payment for office space and facilities provided by the Town ofBronson.

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

LEVY COUNTY TRANSIT

Fred Moody,CountyCoordiantor

A. Request approval for the Withlacoochee Regional Planning Council Annual Planning Grant Application for FY 2010/2011.

Mr. Moody requests on behalf of Ms. Painter approval of Resolution 2010-22 authorizing the Withlacoochee Regional Planning Council to file a Disadvantaged Trust Fund Grant Application with the Florida Commission for the Transportation Disadvantaged. Mr. Moody states the funds requested in the amount of $17,864 are utilized for transportation related expenses for planning and execution of services.

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve Resolution 2010-22. Second was made by Comm. Rooks and the MOTION CARRIES.

EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES

Trish Seibold, Director

Announcement ofEMSWeek.

Ms. Seibold announced this is EMS Week, May 16-22 and commended the County’s EMS Employees. Ms. Seibold let everyone know they will be in different areas throughout the week and a booth is set up in the Courthouse lobby today with information and free items for the public.

Information on the need for a Bariatric Ambulance.

Mrs. Seibold gave information on efforts to equip a bariatric ambulance for extremely obese patients in the county and they are also checking into purchasing a special stretcher for this ambulance.

SHIP

Dick Tummond, Director

A. Satisfaction of Mortgage.

Mr. Tummond requested Board approval of a Satisfaction of Mortgage for Lucille H. Battles in the amount of $12,750 and then filing an amended mortgage in the amount to $8,500 as the original amount recorded was more than what was actually spent.

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

ATTORNEY’S REPORT

Anne Bast Brown,CountyAttorney

A. Discussion and direction from the Board on whether to stay in or opt out of federal class action suit, County of Monroe v. Priceline.com, Inc. et al., and if opting out, whether to join pending state suit with other counties, Leon County, et al. v. Expedia, Inc., et al.

Atty. Brown explains the pros and cons of staying in theMonroeCountyfederal class action suit or to opt out and whether or not to join in with other counties on theLeonCountycase.

Discussion follows as to what the Board would like to do. The consensus of the Board was to stay with theMonroeCountyclass action suit.

COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS

Comm. Bell

A. Ratification of Letter of Support forCentralFloridaCommunity College.

Comm. Bell requested ratification by the Board for a letter of support for CFCC.

Comm. Rooks made a motion to ratify the letter of support for CFCC. Second was made by Comm. Drew and the MOTION CARRIES.

B. Proclamation and Pledge of Civility in the Month of May.

Comm. Bell requested approval of Proclamation 2010-30 proclaiming the month of May as Civility Month.

Comm. Drew made a motion to approve Proclamation 2010-30. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

Comm. Bell read Proclamation 2010-30 into record.

Comm. Bell gave an update on the progress of theTri-CountyHospital.

Comm. Rooks

A. Approval of Renewal Agreement for Amended Interlocal Agreement creating the Citrus, Levy, Marion Workforce Consortium (CLM Workforce).

Comm. Rooks requested approval for the renewal Agreement for Amended Interlocal Agreement creating the Citrus, Levy, Marion Workforce Consortium (CLM Workforce).

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

Comm. Rooks gave an update on a meeting she had after the last Board meeting on May 4^th with Pat O’Neil of the Nature Coast Business Development Council and Rusty Skinner about bringing in some job skills training to theLevyCountyCentralFloridaCommunity College. Comm. Rooks stated she had attended a meeting when the stimulus moneys first came out to see what people were actually looking at and was overwhelmed at the number of people looking for skills training and jobs.

Comm. Stevens stated there would be Memorial Day Services at the OrangeHillCemeteryon May 30^th at 1:30.

Comm. Johnson gave an update on a Broadband Authority meeting he had attended last week. He stated a resolution was passed to attain their line of credit and a schedule was passed for the Grant compliance. Comm. Johnson stated he had also gone to the EOC operations center inTallahasseeand wanted to remind everyoneFloridais still open for business in spite of rumors surrounding the oil spill.

Comm. Johnson gave a follow up from Comm. Bell’s statement on the hospital regarding the CON (Certificate of Need). He stated this was to expire June 2^nd and an extension had been filed.

Comm. Drew stated Yankeetown is continuing its effort to gather supplies for wild bird rescue in the event they are needed. If they are not needed here, the supplies will be passed on to other organizations needing them. Anyone wishing to donate supplies can contact Comm. Drew.

The meeting recessed at 10:51

The meeting reconvened at 11:08

PERSONNEL POLICIES AND PROCEDURES WORKSHOP

Mrs. Martin presented the Board with updates to replace the existing Sexual Harassment Policy to name it the Sexual and Other Illegal or Improper Misconduct and Harassment Policy.

Comm. Drew made a motion to accept replacing the Sexual Harassment Policy with the Sexual and Other Illegal or Improper Misconduct and Harassment Policy as presented. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

Mrs. Martin requested the probation period for new employees be changed on 204, item #3 from 6-9 months to 6 months and to give permission for the department head or supervisor to extend the probation period beyond 6 months if needed.

Comm. Drew made a motion to accept the change on 204, #3 regarding the employee probation period as presented. Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

Comm. Drew asked about #210 regarding the lay-off policy and if someone not specifically trained in an area could be bumped by someone with more seniority.

Mrs. Martin stated she would look into this and have an answer at the next workshop.

Mrs. Cannon asked about reimbursement for travel expenses pertaining to per diem. Discussion followed about the county’s policy on travel reimbursement.

The Board decided by consensus to draft a travel outline of commissioner travel reimbursement for travel out of the county.

Comm. Johnson asked about education assistance in #502 as to what level we are to provide educational assistance. Discussion followed as to what type of training had been provided in the past and if the employee was required to remain employed with the county for a set period of time following the training.

Mrs. Cannon asked about paid holidays and if someone wishing to observe a holiday not recognized by the Board’s paid holidays could do so. It was answered the employee could take a holiday other than what was recognized as a paid holiday by the Board, but they would have to use their Floating Holiday or Annual Leave.

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 11:42 A.M.

ATTEST: BOARD OFCOUNTYCOMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY,FL

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