REGULAR MEETING

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

JULY 22, 2014

 

 

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on July 22, 2014 at 9:00 AM in the Levy County Board of County Commissioners meeting room of the Levy County Courthouse with the following Commissioners present:

 

Chairman Ryan Bell

Comm. John Meeks

Comm. Mike Joyner

Comm. Danny Stevens

Comm. Chad Johnson

            Also present were:

 

County Attorney – Anne Bast Brown

County Coordinator – Fred Moody

 

 

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

 

EXPENDITURES

 

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

 

    CHECK NUMBER               116094-116328

    FUND                                              AMOUNT

   GENERAL REVENUE                 147,888.18

     ROAD                                              96,612.79

     SHIP                                                 15,185.00

   PAL LIBRARY                               16,818.11

    TRANSPORTATION                      93,977.03

    FACILITIES                                           15.00

    PROGRESS ENERGY                         735.54

     EMS                                                  42,249.18

     FIRE                                                 68,347.19

  TOURIST DEVELOPMENT            4,914.27

    UTILITIES                                         1,290.26

    DRUG TASK FORCE                       2,283.64

    ADD COURT COSTS                          607.26

    CAPITAL PROJECTS                     14,980.34

                                                           LANDFILL                                    78,924.40

    TOTAL                                    $    584,828.19

 

 

PUBLIC COMMENTS

 

Kay Gaither spoke to the Board complementing Comm. Bell, his wife Crystal, David Weatherford and the Department of Animal Services for their work with the Pet Adoption event held recently.

 

 

CLERK OF COURT

 

Sheila Rees, Chief Deputy Clerk

Mrs. Rees requested on behalf of Mr. Shipp Board approval to donate computer monitors to the Vision Christian Academy.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve donation of computer monitors to the Vision Christian Academy as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

LEVY COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE

 

Sheriff Robert McCallum

Request Board approval to serve as the coordinating unit of government in FDLE Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant by signing the Certificate of Participation and in the preparation of the application for grant funds by designating Sheriff Robert McCallum to coordinate the preparation of the application and by approving upon award the use of grant funds $46,990.00 to supplement the multi-jurisdictional Drug Task Force of Levy County.

 

Sheriff McCallum requested Board approval for submission of the FDLE Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant in the amount of $46,990.  These funds are used to supplement the multi-jurisdictional Drug Task Force of Levy County.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the FDLE Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant application as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

NATURE COAST BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL

 

David Pieklik, Director

Progress Report presentation for April-July, 2014.

 

Mr. Pieklik gave a progress report to the Board of the Nature Coast Business Development Council for April-July, 2014.

 

 

JORDAN AND ASSOCIATES

 

Ronald Vanzant, President

Request Board approval to ratify signed Addendum to the Agreement between Levy County and GSE Engineering, Inc.

 

Mr. Vanzant requested Board approval to ratify the signed Addendum to the Agreement between Levy County and GSE Engineering, Inc.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to ratify the Addendum to the Agreement between Levy County and GSE Engineering, Inc. as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Mr. Vanzant reported to the Board excavation is scheduled to begin tomorrow on the Tarafa project.

 

 

 

WITHLACOOCHEE REGIONAL PLANNING COUNCIL

 

Lauren Yetter, Principal Planner

Request authorization by Resolution 2014-08 to file and execute a planning grant application with the Florida Commission for the Transportation Disadvantaged.

 

Ms. Yetter of the Withlacoochee Regional Planning Council requested Board approval of Resolution 2014-08 to file and execute a planning grant application with the Florida Commission for the Transportation Disadvantaged.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve Resolution 2014-08 as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

CEDAR KEY OYSTERMEN’S ASSOCIATION

 

Jerry Beckham

Request support of draft Resolution 2014-34 and include specific items to be initiated by the Commission in seeing action by resource management agencies and finding appropriate sources to fund essential oyster fishery management programs.

 

Mr. Beckham requested Board approval of Resolution 2014-34 requesting support of the Governor of the State of Florida, and seeking federal and state legislative funding support for oyster resource restoration projects in the region.

 

Comm. Johnson made a motion to adopt Resolution 2014-34.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA

 

Hunter Bell

Update on Eagle Scout project. – TABLED –

 

 

DEPARTMENT REPORTS

ANIMAL SERVICES

 

David Weatherford provided an update to the Board of the recent Pet Adoption event held at Tractor Supply in Chiefland.  There were 16 dogs and 7 cats adopted.  Mr. Weatherford thanked those who helped in making this event possible:  Comm. and Mrs. Bell, Mr. and Mrs. Gaither, Tractor Supply and Animal Services staff.

 

 

LEVY COUNTY TRANSIT

 

Connie Conley, General Manager

1. Request Board approval to purchase a 24 foot diesel bus and surveillance cameras awarded under the FDOT 5310 Grant Award.  Total project amount $136,542.00 at 80/10/10.  Any overages will be paid out of equipment.  Bus and cameras will both be purchased from the State contract.

 

Ms. Conley requested Board approval to purchase a 24 foot diesel bus and surveillance cameras awarded under the FDOT 5310 Grant Award.  The total project amount will be $136,542.00 using the State contract at 80/10/10.  The local match amount is $13,654.00.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve the purchase of a 24 foot diesel bus and surveillance cameras as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request Board approval of Service Agreement to provide transportation to Nature Coast Middle School for the 2014-2015 school year.  The agreement has been reviewed and approved by the Attorney.

 

Ms. Conley requested Board approval of the Service Agreement with Nature Coast Middle School for the 2014-2015 school year.

 

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

 

 

PARKS AND RECREATION

 

Matt Weldon, Director

Request funds to purchase a Gravely mower for the parks; $6,629.22 from Lane’s Yardware.

 

Mr. Weldon requested Board approval to purchase a mower for the Parks Department.  The bids received are as follows:

 

Lane’s Yardware                                Gravely Pro Turn 152                         $6,629.22

Lane’s Yardware                                Gravely Pro Turn 148                         $6,640.00

Tri-County Rentals & Sales                Dixie Chopper-27 HP                         $7,249.00

Tri-County Rentals & Sales                Dixie Chopper-22 HP                         $5,849.00

Suwannee River Kubota                     Gravely Pro Turn 152                         $6,629.22

Suwannee River Kubota                     Kubota 48” Diesel Zero Turn             $9,200.00

Suwannee River Kubota                     Kubota            48” Gas Zero Turn                 $6,799.00

 

 

Mr. Weldon pointed out while Lane’s Yardware and Suwannee River Kubota each have a mower for the same price, Lane’s Yardware offers better service.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve the purchase of a Gravely mower from Lane’s Yardware utilizing the State Contract price of $6,629.22.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

PLANNING

 

Shenley Neely, Planning Director

1. Request a motion to approve State Housing Initiative Partnership (SHIP) Program Fiscal Year 2014-2015 Funding Certificate to be submitted to Florida Housing Finance Corporation.

 

Ms. Neely requested Board approval of the State Housing Initiative Partnership (SHIP) Program for Fiscal Year 2014-2015 Funding Certificate to be submitted to the Florida Housing Finance Corporation.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the SHIP Fiscal Year 2014-2015 Funding Certificate as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request approval for the Subordination Agreement for Gregory and Maggie Allen SHIP Rehabilitation Case Rehab #169.

 

Ms. Neely requested Board approval of the Subordination Agreement for Gregory and Maggie Allen SHIP Rehabilitation Case Rehab #169.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve the Subordination Agreement as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request approval for a Deferred Payment Loan Agreement for Amos Henderson, PA #520.

 

Ms. Neely requested Board approval of a Deferred Payment Loan Agreement for Amos Henderson, PA #520.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve the Deferred Payment Loan Agreement for Amos Henderson as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request approval for a Satisfaction of Mortgage and Amendment to Deferred Payment Loan Agreement for Tanner C. and Cressila L. McDaniel, PA #518 for an existing unit in Williston, FL 32696.

 

Ms. Neely requested Board approval for a Satisfaction of Mortgage and Amendment to Deferred Payment Loan Agreement for Tanner C. and Cressila L. McDaniel, PA #518.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the Satisfaction of Mortgage and Amendment to Deferred Payment Loan Agreement for Tanner C. and Cressila L. McDaniel, PA #518 as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request to ratify signature of Chairman and approve Modification #5 to Agreement with Department of Economic Development (DEO) for Neighborhood Stabilization Program Grant to extend period of grant to December 31, 2014.

 

Ms. Neely requested the Board ratify the Chairman’s signature and approve Modification #5 to the Agreement with the DEO for Neighborhood Stabilization Program Grant extending the grant period to December 31, 2014.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve Modification #5 to the Agreement with the DEO and ratify the Chairman’s signature as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PUBLIC SAFETY

 

David Knowles, Director

Requesting Board approval to purchase four (4) new LUCAS Chest Compression Systems at a total cost of $52,165.13.

 

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval to purchase four (4) new LUCAS Chest Compression Systems at a total cost of $52,165.13.  The purchase will be made by utilizing the EMS 75/25 matching grant from the Florida Department of Health along with funds from the EMS Capital Equipment budget.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve the purchase of four (4) new LUCAS Chest Compression Systems pending review by Atty. Brown.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

ROAD DEPARTMENT

 

Bruce Greenlee, Administrative Road Superintendent

Request approval of Consulting Engineering Contract between Levy County Board of County Commissioners and Mills Engineering Company for the years 2014-2015. – TABLE –

 

Mr. Greenlee reported to the Board of the request for a road study at the SR 129 and CR 346A intersection by the Florida DOT stating there would be no lighted devices placed at this intersection at this time but they will be moving the stop signs and re-painting the lines nearing the intersection.

Mr. Greenlee also reported to the Board the situation has been resolved in Bronson Heights at 101^st Court.

 

 

PUBLIC COMMENTS

 

Tammy Jones informed everyone early voting is coming up and absentee ballots will be going out in the mail soon.

 

 

COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS

 

Comm. Johnson thanked everyone who had participated in the recent CHS Cheerleading cake auction fundraiser.

 

Comm. Joyner complemented the Animal Services Department for their work with the Animal Adoption event held recently.

 

Comm. Stevens announced the Williston Church of God would be holding a BBQ Cook-off on August 16^th.

 

Comm. Meeks commended the Ag. Extension office staff and volunteers for their work with the 4-H day camps.

 

The meeting recessed at 9:40 A.M.

 

The meeting reconvened at 10:06 A.M.

 

 

BUDGET WORKSHOP

 

 

CEDAR KEY OYSTERMEN’S ASSOCIATION – (CONTINUED)

 

Jeanine Beckham spoke to the Board giving further information regarding the situation the Cedar Key Oyster Farmer’s are dealing with since the gulf oil spill and the efforts made seeking funding sources for essential oyster fishery management programs.  Mrs. Beckham also spoke of the scholarship opportunities for students as a result of the oyster industry in Cedar Key.

 

Leslie Sturmer also spoke to the Board supporting the Cedar Key Oystermen’s Association’s efforts to acquire state funding sources for oyster fishery management programs.

 

Sheila Rees spoke to the Board providing a proposed budget calculated at the rolled back rate of 8.2741.  A tentative millage rage would need to be set by August 4^th, which is the day before the next Regular Board Meeting.

 

The Elected Officials who spoke to the Board were:

Levy County Sheriff, Robert McCallum

Levy County Supervisor of Elections, Supervisor

Levy County Property Appraiser, Osborn Barker

Levy County Clerk of Court represented by Sheila Rees

 

Outside agencies receiving funding from the Board of County Commissioners who spoke were:

Central Florida Community Action Agency, Charles Harris, Jr., CEO

Levy Association for Retarded Citizens, Betty Walker, Executive Director

Meridian Behavioral Healthcare, Inc., Margarita Labarta, PhD, President/CEO

Nature Coast Business Development, David Pieklik, Director

 

The Fire Departments with representatives who spoke to the Board were:

Cedar Key Fire Department, Chief Robert Robinson

Williston Fire Department, Chief Lamar Stegall

Fanning Springs Fire Department, Chief Ronnie McQueen

Chiefland Fire Department, Chief James Harris and City Commissioner Teresa Barron

Bronson Fire Department, Kelly Brettell

Inglis Fire Department, Chief John MacDonald

 

The County Departments with representative who spoke to the Board were:

Emergency Management, Mark Johnson

Animal Services, David Weatherford

Veterans Services, Robert Lowyns

Parks and Recreation/Mosquito Control, Matt Weldon

Library, Lisa Brasher

Ag. Department, Albert Fuller

Tourism Development, Carol McQueen

Building & Zoning, Bill Hammond

Public Safety, David Knowles

 

The Commissioners agreed to have a Budget Workshop immediately following the next Regular Board Meeting to discuss the Fire Department Budget requests.

 

The meeting recessed at 1:06 P.M.

 

The meeting reconvened at 1:14 P.M.

 

Water Utilities, presented by Sheila Rees and discussed by Commissioners

County Attorney, Anne Bast Brown

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to set the Tentative Millage Rate at the rolled-back rate of 8.2741.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

The Commissioners reviewed the Fire Departments funding requests and discussed how much, if any additional amounts could be granted in addition to their contract amounts.

 

 

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 2:14 P.M.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                             BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY, FL

 

 

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

REGULAR MEETING

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

FEBRUARY 18, 2014

 

 

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on February 18, 2014 at 9:00 AM in the Levy County Board of County Commissioners meeting room of the Levy County Courthouse with the following Commissioners present:

 

Chairman Ryan Bell

Comm. John Meeks

Comm. Mike Joyner

Comm. Danny Stevens

Comm. Chad Johnson

            Also present were:

 

County Attorney – Anne Bast Brown

County Coordinator – Fred Moody

 

 

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

 

 

EXPENDITURES

 

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

 

 

 

MINUTES

 

The minutes for the Regular Board Meeting held on February 4, 2014 were presented for Board approval.  – TABLED –

 

 

PUBLIC COMMENTS

 

Felicia Serafino spoke to the Board regarding Dana Fields giving directions to the Living Waters Life Center using 63^rd Lane as their main access road.  This is an easement which is privately owned and maintained.  The approved right of way, SE 123^rd Terrace had been improved by the Road Department.  Ms. Serafino requested assistance from the Board to prevent 63^rd Lane from being used as the access road for those going to the church.

 

Atty. Brown advised Ms. Serafino this is not something the Board can enforce and encouraged her to consult with an Attorney regarding legal rights and action which could be taken.

 

Comm. Bell encouraged Ms. Serafino to speak with the Clerks in the Civil Department of the Clerk’s Office for further assistance.

 

Diana Child spoke on behalf of the Tri-County Community Resources, which is a group of organizations helping people in need.  She informed the Board they are in the process of establishing a Community Resource Center in Chiefland which will serve the citizens of Levy, Gilchrist and Dixie County.

 

 

PUBLIC HEARING – ROAD DEPARTMENT

 

Bruce Greenlee, Administrative Road Superintendent

Request approval to adopt Resolution 2014-02 approving the petition to vacate, abandon, and close a portion of SE 118^th Avenue beginning at the South right-of-way boundary of SE 78^th Street (a/k/a Hunters Run) and continuing approximately 700 feet Southward to its terminus at the Southern boundary of the Fox Grove Farms Subdivision, as requested by petitioners, Lon and Nancy Borolla

 

Mr. Greenlee requested Board approval of Resolution 2014-02 approving the petition to vacate, abandon, and close a portion of SE 118^th Avenue.

 

Comm. Bell asked if there was anyone wishing to speak for against the petition as stated.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve Resolution 2014-02 approving the petition to vacate, abandon and close a portion of SE 118^th Avenue as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

LEVY COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE

 

Mike West, 911 Addressing

Request approval and Chair signature on amendment to the Smart 911 Services Agreement.

 

Mr. West requested Board approval with the Chairman’s signature on the Smart 911 Services Agreement Amendment.  The amendment reflects a change in the final three (3) years of the Agreement from $5,000 per year to $3,000 per year.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve the Smart 911 Services Agreement as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

KEVIN LAW

 

Request permit fees to be waived or reduced for mobile home already permitted.

 

Mr. Law stated a mobile home has been on his property for over 10 years and all fees were originally paid.  He has now decided to move in and has been made aware of permitting fees totaling $2,713.55 which must be paid.  He asked if the fees could be waived or reduced.

 

Mr. Hammond and Comm. Bell explained the situation of the original fees collected and what they covered.  Comm. Bell stated the Board cannot waive or lower the fees.

 

 

 PREBLE-RISH, INC.

 

Alan Wise, Senior Project Manager

Discussion of Waccasassa Channel Markers findings and presenting options for the next steps.

 

Mr. Wise of Preble-Rish, Inc. presented Waccasassa Channel Markers findings and options for the next steps to the Board.  He stated there was a grant which could be applied for through FWC called the Florida Boating Improvement Program.  This is a 75% local match grant.  It could be used for the expense of replacing the channel markers.

In the past, they have successfully been able to use local boating improvement funds which are collected from vessel registrations.  These funds can be applied as a match for the grant.  Mr. Wise requested:

 

1. Permission to move forward with the grant application process.
2. Replace channel markers which are missing or
3. Re-establish and place all channel markers accurately, which will include a notice to mariners

 

 

An estimated cost to only remove and replace the 13 missing or damaged channel markers would be $40,000.  The estimated cost to re-establish and place all 25 channel markers correctly would be $55,000.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to give authority to Preble-Rish, Inc. to submit a grant application with the review of Atty. Brown and Mr. Moody through the FWC called the Florida Boating Improvement Program and to use the county’s local boating improvement funds; authorize Preble-Rish, Inc. to re-establish and place the 25 channel markers in the proper location as requested.   Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

JORDAN AND ASSOCIATES

 

Ronald Vanzant, President

1. Request County Commission’s consideration of a motion accepting a proposal by GSE Engineering and Consulting, Inc. to provide construction documents related to subsurface remedial measures (i.e. excavate and replace soils) and construction of a modified drain field and septic tank system located at 11811 SE 197^th Place to include preparation of a survey and a legal description of the encroachment of the project into the existing County Row.  This motion should be contingent on written approval by FDEO.

 

1. Request the County Commission’s consideration of a motion accepting a proposal by GSE Engineering and Consulting, Inc. to provide construction documents to perform construction monitoring for the drain field installation program.  This motion should be contingent on written approval by FDEO.

 

Mr. Vanzant reported to the Board the results of required field tests and modeling processes done by GSE at the Tarafa site.  The report indicated a non-mound drain-field system with a minimum 1,400 square foot area should adequately accept and process household flow.  Mr. Vanzant requested Board acceptance of a proposal by GSE to provide construction documents related to subsurface remedial measures and construction of a modified drain field and septic system at the Tarafa home location.  The fee listed by GSE in the proposal is a lump sum of $3,815 and $650 per day for construction monitoring up to five (5) days.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve the Addendum to Agreement between Levy County and GSE Engineering & Consultants, Inc. with construction monitoring services totaling $3,815 and $650 per day up to five (5) days.  Additional days over five (5) would require approval of Mr. Moody.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.  Comm. Stevens votes NO.

 

 

DEPARTMENT REPORTS

 

COUNTY COORDINATOR

 

Fred Moody

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

 

Mr. Moody requested Board approval of Annual Assessment Programs for Fire Protection, Road Maintenance, Solid Waste and EMS assessment services as prepared by Nabors, Giblin & Nickerson.  Their professional fees are listed below:

 

Fire Protection                         $10,000

Road Maintenance                   $  8,000

Solid Waste                              $  7,500

EMS                                         $10,000

 

Total                                        $35,500

 

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve the Annual Assessment Programs for Fire Protection, Road Maintenance, Solid Waste and EMS assessment services as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request approval to dispose of surplus property at County Auction on Saturday, March 1, 2014.

 

Mr. Moody requested Board approval to dispose of surplus property at the County Auction on Saturday, March 1, 2014.  An updated list was given to the Commissioners for their review.  Included in the sale is a 1 acre parcel of land in Gilchrist County located near the Livestock Market and will be sold online.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve the request to dispose of surplus property at a County Auction on Saturday, March 1, 2014.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

 

DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT

 

Bill Hammond, Director

Request approval for purchase of new copy machine.

 

Mr. Hammond requested Board approval of a new copy machine for the Development Department.  Listed below are the three quotes received:

 

Sharp MX-414n                                   $6,427

Toshiba 4555c                         $4,553

Ricoh MPC4503                      $5,553

 

Mr. Hammond recommended approval of the Toshiba 4555c, the lowest bid.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve the purchase of a Toshiba 4555c copier for the bid amount of $4,553 as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

PUBLIC SAFETY

 

David Knowles, Director

1. Request approval to purchase eight (8) 6000 psi air storage cylinders.

 

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval to purchase eight (8) 6000 PSI air storage cylinders for a total cost of $10,120 from Channel Innovations Corporation to replace existing cylinders.  Mr. Knowles stated the purchase has been budgeted.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the purchase of eight (8) 6000 PSI air storage cylinders as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request approval to submit an application for the 2014 DOH 90/10 EMS Matching Grant for the addition of a seventh ALS transport unit that is turn-key ready.

 

1. Request approval to submit an application for the 2014 DOH EMS 90/10 Matching Grant to purchase a high fidelity patient simulator and playback system.

 

1. Request approval to submit an application for the 2014 DOH EMS 90/10 Matching Grant to purchase six (6) AED’s.

 

1. Request approval to submit an application for the 2014 DOH 90/10 EMS Matching Grant to purchase seven (7) mechanical CPR devices.

 

1. Request approval to submit an application for the 2014 DOH 90/10 EMS Matching Grant for the purchase of seven (7) portable ventilators.

 

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval of the five (5) above listed 2014 DOH 90/10 Matching Grants.  The items to be purchased and amounts to be paid by the county are:

 

7^th Transport Unit                                $21,055.50

Human Simulation Mannequin                        $10,372.00

Six (6) AED’s                                      $  1,760.00

Seven (7) Mechanical CPR Devices     $15,214.40

Seven (7) Portable Ventilators             $  5,870.00

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve items B, C, D, E, and F as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request approval to partner with Community Safety Net.

 

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval to partner with Community Safety Net at no cost to the county.  Through this program they will receive posters and books focused on safety education to distribute to children in our community.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the request to partner with Community Safety Net as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

 

 

 

 

COUNTY ATTORNEY

 

Anne Bast Brown

1. Request approval for County Deed granting former Judson voting precinct property back to original grantor and others to fulfill the reverter provisions in the original deed to the County.

 

Atty. Brown requested Board approval of a County Deed she had prepared granting the former Judson voting precinct to E.T. Usher, Helen H. Usher and Helen H. Usher, LLC in order to fulfill the intent of the reverter clause as stated in the original Deed to the County.  The former Judson voting precinct is no longer needed by the County as a voting site.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve the County Deed to E.T. Usher, Helen H. Usher and Helen H. Usher, LLC as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request approval to waive requirements of S 112.313(3) and 112.313(7), Fla. Stat. for David Pieklik and Leslie Sturmer as members of the advisory board the RESTORE Act Advisory Committee.

 

Atty. Brown informed the Board of a situation with two (2) members of the RESTORE Act Advisory Committee, David Pieklik and Leslie Sturmer.  Both are employed by those who will be making application for the same grant funds and this creates a voting conflict for Mr. Pieklik.  Ms. Sturmer will not be affected as she is employed by a University.  There are also other applications in which their employers will be in competition creating another type of conflict which is part of the “full and faithful discharge of their duties”.   Atty. Brown requested the Board waive the requirements of s. 112.313(3) and 112.313(7), Fla. Stat. as they may apply to Mr. Mieklik and Ms. Sturmer in their capacities as members of the Committee.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to waive the requirements of s. 112.313 and 112.313(7), Fla. Stat. as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request approval to adopt Opinion and Order to Deny Monument Placement Application of Williston Atheists.

 

Atty. Brown requested the Board adopt the Opinion and Order to Deny the Monument Placement Application by Williston Atheists.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the Opinion and Order to Deny the Monument Placement Application by Williston Atheists as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS

 

Comm. Johnson reported there were several individuals from local FFA Chapters placing in the State Fair.  The Chiefland FFA held a Cake Auction this past Friday and was a great success bringing in $6,100.  The Chiefland girls basketball team will be headed to Lakeland on Wednesday to play in the State competition.

 

Comm. Joyner stated he will be giving information soon of the Morriston Baptist Church Beast Feast.

 

Comm. Meeks stated the Bronson FFA Beast Feast and cake auction will be on the evening of Friday, February 28^th.  The tickets are $10 in advance and $15 at the door.  This Sunday, February 23^rd will be the 4^th Annual Tommy Dunford Memorial at the AmVets Post 88 in Bronson at 1:00 P.M.  Funds received from the Bar-B-Que dinners sold will go toward a scholarship fund and for improvements around Post 88.  Comm. Meeks reported of the recently attended North Florida Broadband meeting.

 

Comm. Bell

Discussion on NSP3 Project in Chiefland regarding roadwork

 

Comm. Bell stated he had spoken to Bob Williams and Betty Walker from the City of Chiefland regarding an NSP3 housing project which had been completed and is now leased.  The street leading to the area, SW 2^nd Avenue is in need of repair.  The City of Chiefland is requesting Road Department assistance on paving a city street, SW 2^nd Avenue. Mr. Williams informed Comm. Bell some of the NSP3 money generated from revenues could be used to pay for materials to pave the street.  An estimated cost for the project would be $7,546, and Mr. Greenlee informed Comm. Bell there is paving equipment in the area which could be moved to this location.

 

Kevin Gay of the City of Chiefland offered any assistance which could be utilized as they have some equipment which could be used to complete the paving project.

 

The Commissioners agreed by consensus to have Atty. Brown begin the process of documentation required in order for the Road Department to move equipment for paving of SW 2^nd Avenue in Chiefland.

 

 

Reminder:  Informational Meeting regarding Community Rating System Classification Numbers at Levy County Emergency Operations Center at 1:00 P.M.

 

Renate Cannon questioned what the Community Ratings System Classification Numbers mean?

 

An explanation was given by Bill Hammond, Building Department Director.

 

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 10:33 A.M.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                 BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY, FL

 

 

____________________________________                                    ____________________________________

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

 

REGULAR MEETING

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

FEBRUARY 4, 2014

 

 

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on February 4, 2014 at 9:00 AM in Courtroom A of the Levy County Courthouse with the following Commissioners present:

 

 

Chairman Ryan Bell

Comm. John Meeks

Comm. Mike Joyner

Comm. Danny Stevens

Comm. Chad Johnson

            Also present were:

 

County Attorney – Anne Bast Brown

County Coordinator – Fred Moody

Clerk of Court – Danny Shipp

 

 

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

 

 

EXPENDITURES

 

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

 

 

 

MINUTES

 

The minutes for the Regular Board meeting held on January 21, 2014 were presented for approval.

 

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve the minutes for the Regular Board Meeting held on January 21, 2014 with corrections.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

 

 

 

 

PUBLIC HEARING

 

Development Department

Bill Hammond, Building Director

 

Swearing in of audience members wishing to speak for or against the items listed below was administered by Atty. Brown.

 

A. SE 3-13:  Melba Tillis, petitioning the Board for a Special Exception to allow a Private Family Cemetery.

 

Comm. Bell asked if any of the Commissioners had any ex-parte communication with the petitioner for SE 3-13.

Comm. Johnson and Comm. Joyner stated they had ex-parte communication with the petitioner for SE 3-13.

 

Mr. Hammond presented the staff report to the Board regarding SE 3-13, a petition by Melba Tillis for a Special Exception to allow a Private Family Cemetery.

 

Comm. Bell asked if there was anyone wishing to speak for or against Petition SE 3-13.  There were none.

 

Comm. Johnson made a motion to adopt Order to Approve SE 3-13, a Special Exception to allow a Private Family Cemetery as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

B.  SEA 1-13:  Joseph Florentine, petitioning the Board for a Special Exception Amendment to SE 1-06, to allow an additional 16 RV spaces to Cedar Key RV Resort Phase 2.

 

Comm. Bell asked if any of the Commissioners had any ex-parte communication with the petitioner for SEA 1-13.

Comm. Joyner and Comm. Meeks stated they had ex-parte communication with the petitioner for SEA 1-13.

 

Mr. Hammond presented the staff report to the Board regarding SEA 1-13.

 

Comm. Bell asked if there was anyone wishing to speak for or against Petition SEA 1-13.  There were none.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to adopt Order to Approve SEA 1-13, a Special Exception Amendment to SE 1-06 as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

C.  Ordinance 2014-01:  Request approval for a rezoning for a rezoning for David G. Myler, Blue Grotto Property LLC.  Rezoning two acres more or less located in Williston Highlands Subdivisions from Moderately Intensive Commercial (C-3) to Single-Family Residential Rural.

 

Mr. Hammond presented the staff report to the Board regarding the request for rezoning by David G. Myler, Blue Grotto Property, LLC.

 

Atty. Brown read the title of Ordinance 2014-01 into the record.

 

Comm. Bell asked if any of the Commissioners had any ex-parte communication with the applicant.

Comm. Meeks stated he had visited the site.

 

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

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to adopt Order to Approve Ordinance 2014-01 as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

D.  CU 1-13:  Ken Schwiebert, Devil’s Den, LC, petitioning the Board for a Conditional Use Permit to allow Outdoor Commercial Recreation.

 

Comm. Bell asked if any of the Commissioners had any ex-parte communication with the petitioner.

Comm. Stevens stated he had ex-parte communication regarding the application.

 

Mr. Hammond presented the staff report to the Board regarding CU 1-13, a Conditional Use Permit application.

 

Comm. Bell asked if there was anyone wishing to speak for or against CU 1-13.  There were none.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to adopt Order to Approve CU 1-13, a Conditional Use Permit application.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ROAD DEPARTMENT

 

Bruce Greenlee, Administrative Road Superintendent

Present quote to replace culvert in Lake Johnson Estates.

 

Casey Duquette, on behalf of Mr. Greenlee presented the estimated cost to replace a 48” x 30’ culvert in Lake Johnson Estates to alleviate potential flooding.  The estimated cost to replace the culvert will be $3,192.66, including labor.

 

Comm. Bell stated the Board is waiting on information from the Town of Bronson regarding this item and will make a decision at a later date.

 

Non-Agenda Item

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

 

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

 

Mr. Duquette presented a quote received from EJM Road Products for road stabilization of LCR 119 in the amount of $76,000 for one mile of stabilization.

 

Mr. Greenlee stated the road could be paved with asphalt for less than this amount.

 

No action was taken by the Board.

 

 

LEVY COUNTY JOURNAL

 

Andy Andrews, Publisher

Request approval for the Levy County Journal to be recognized by the Board as the official paper of record for Levy County.

 

Mr. Andrews asked the Board to withdraw his Agenda item from this Board meeting and reschedule at a later date.

 

Tom TenBroeck, General Manager of the Chiefland Citizen spoke to the Board stating he is prepared to present any information they may need today, but is also willing to come back at a later date if the Board decides to hear the item later.

 

Comm. Bell responded the item will be rescheduled for a later date.

 

 

WILLISTON ATHEISTS

 

C. Ray Sparrow, Organizer

Request Board approval for Monument Placement.

 

Mr. Sparrow, speaking for the Williston Atheists group presented for Board approval a request to place a monument in the area between the courthouse and the State Attorney/Public Defender Building.

 

Comm. Bell pointed out several items from the staff report regarding this request which did not comply with the County’s Monument Placement Guidelines.

 

Comm. Bell asked if there was anyone wishing to speak for or against the item presented.  Those who spoke are listed below:

 

For                                                      Against

Ray Sparrow                                        Gordon Keller

Frances Porgal                                     Anneliese Fleming

Sylvia McCullar

Sam Norris

Jack Schofield

Frank Schuler

Robert Jordan

 

Comm. Bell closed the floor to public comments.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to deny the monument application as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES UNANIMOUSLY.

 

Mr. Moody stated the monument placement guidelines are available online at levycounty.org and the staff report will be available in the Commissioners’ office.

The meeting recessed at 9:58 A.M.

The meeting reconvened at 10:13 A.M.

 

 

JORDAN AND ASSOCIATES

 

Ronald Vanzant, President

A.  Request Board consideration of a motion to afford Robert and Deborah Tarafa, residences of 11811 SE 197th Place, Dunnellon, FL, rights to access and utilize County owned right of way for purpose of installing a non-mound drain-field system.

 

Mr. Vanzant provided information concerning the results of the required field tests and modeling processes done by GSE Engineering & Consulting, Inc.  GSE Engineering provided two potential drainfield solutions:

 

1. Non-mounded system
2. Vertical drain system

 

After speaking with Tommy McQueen at the Health Department, Mr. Vanzant stated option 2 would not be possible.  The non-mounded system of about 1,400 sq. ft. is recommended.  This option would require an easement of the county roadway to the property owners.

 

Atty. Brown stated she could have the easement documents for the Board at the next meeting.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to grant the property owners, Robert and Deborah Tarafa, access to the county’s right-of-way in order to complete the drainfield as recommended by GSE Engineering.   Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

B.  Request Board consideration of a motion to allow Jordan and Associates the ability to move forward with the procurement process in accordance with the County’s CDBG Purchasing Policy and adopted Housing Assistance Plan for Client #LC-02, Robert and Deborah Tarafa.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to amend the existing agreement authorizing GSE Engineering to design plans for a non-mounded drainfield system.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Atty. Brown stated she could have the easement documents for the Board at the next meeting and upon receiving the scope of work will draft the amendment to the agreement with GSG Engineering.

 

 

CLERK OF COURT

 

Danny Shipp, Clerk of Court

A.  Presenting Value Adjustment Board Member List for the 2013-2014 Value Adjustment Board and to include Commissioner John Meeks as an alternate.

 

Mr. Shipp stated for information purposes the VAB members for 2013-2014:

 

Ron Stevens – VAB Attorney

Ryan Bell – VAB Chairman

Mike Joyner – Member

John Meeks – Alternate Member

Shipper Henderson – Homestead Representative

Robert Philpot – School Board Representative

Chris Cowart – Alternate School Board Representative

Natalie Thomas – School Board Business Representative

 

A Co-Chairman will be selected at the next VAB meeting and this information will be reported to the Board.

 

B.  Discuss the need to select new members for the 2014 Value Adjustment Board year at the February 18, 2014 regular Board Meeting.

 

Atty. Brown spoke to the Board regarding a proposal before the Legislature which would create a new position, State appointed by the DOR.  This would be a magistrate sitting in on VAB meetings.  A special magistrate would also be created and is required at all VAB meetings.  The county would be responsible to pay these individuals.

 

 

 

 

 

DEPARTMENT REPORTS

 

COUNTY COORDINATOR

 

Fred Moody

A.  Request approval to donate dump truck to the Town of Bronson.

 

Mr. Moody stated the Town of Bronson has requested donation of a flat bed truck with the ability to dump in exchange for a City garbage truck which they were going to sell at the auction.  The Road Department will convert the garbage truck into a fifth-wheel truck to haul an equipment trailer.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to allow the exchange of a County owned flat bed truck for a City owned garbage truck as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

B.  Announce County auction Saturday, March 1, 2014, gates open at 8:00 A.M.

 

Mr. Moody stated the County auction has been scheduled for Saturday, March 1, 2014 at the Levy County Road Department.  The gates will open at 8:00 A.M. and the auction will begin at 9:00 A.M.  The items to be auctioned can be viewed on Friday, February 28^th with an accompanying Road Department employee.  There will be items from the Sheriff’s Department and the Town of Bronson as well as County items for sale.

 

 

LEVY COUNTY TRANSIT

 

Connie Conley, General Manager

Request approval of Amendment #6 for Medicaid funding being reduced by $39,029.00 for current contract, effects May and June.

 

Mrs. Conley requested Board approval of Amendment #6 for Medicaid funding which is being reduced by $39,029 for the current contract.  This affects May and June.

 

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve Amendment #6 for Medicaid funding as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

LIBRARY

 

Lisa Brasher, Director

Request approval to appoint David Kendall to the PAL Board for the period of two years.

 

Ms. Brasher requested the Board appoint David Kendall to the PAL Board for two years (December, 2013 – December, 2015).

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to appoint David Kendall to the PAL Board for two years as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

PUBLIC SAFETY

 

David Knowles, Director

Request approval to advertise an “Invitation to Bid” for the Inglis Tower Site-Communication Shelter Replacement.

 

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval to advertise an “Invitation to Bid” for the Inglis Tower Site-Communication Shelter Replacement.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion allowing an “Invitation to Bid” to be advertised as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

SOLID WASTE

 

Benny Jerrels, Director

A.  Request approval and Chair signature for the 2013-2014 Small County Consolidated Grant Agreement for State Assistance.  The grant is in the amount of $90,909.00

 

 

 

 

Mr. Jerrels requested Board approval with the Chairman’s signature for the 2013-2014 Small County Consolidated Grant Agreement for State Assistance in the amount of $90,909.

 

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve with the Chairman’s signature the 2013-2014 Small County Consolidated Grant Agreement for State Assistance as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

B.  Request permission to purchase one ton truck for Recycling, a Caterpillar Generator for Transfer Station, and a Hydraulic Baler for Recycling Building.

 

Mr. Jerrels requested Board approval to purchase a one ton truck for Recycling.  He stated he had obtained price quotes from White Ford in Chiefland in the amount of $33,620, and Alan Jay in Sarasota, which is the State Contract price of $33,889.  The modification of the bed of the truck will be done by Shep’s Welding in Chiefland and the price is included in the White Ford total.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the purchase of a one ton truck from White Ford in the amount of $33,620 as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Mr. Shipp pointed out the Board has a policy in place requiring three (3) sealed bids for items costing over $10,000 and requested this information from Mr. Jerrels.  The bid information would also be required when the Purchase Order is submitted to Finance.

Mr. Jerrels stated he would provide quote information as requested.

 

Mr. Jerrels requested Board approval to purchase a Caterpillar generator on State Contract in the amount of $49,020.

 

Atty. Brown stated the Board adopted a purchasing policy by motion and vote, not by Ordinance or Resolution.  Only a motion and vote would be required to change the policy for any particular purchase.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the purchase of a Caterpillar generator in the amount of $49,020 as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Hydraulic Baler for Recycling Building – TABLED –

 

 

COUNTY ATTORNEY

 

Anne Bast Brown

Discussion and direction on response from County Attorney to Board of County Commissioners’ questions regarding uses at Big Dock.

 

Atty. Brown provided information which she had researched in regard to Commissioners questions of whether there were any allowable income generating uses for the County at the Big Dock in Cedar Key.  She also provided information on the possibility of a floating dock.  In order to use the Big Dock to generate income, there would need to be a new State Submerged Lands Lease which the County would apply for.  Also, depending on what funds are taken in, the State may take a portion.  If all the income taken in is used strictly for upkeep of the dock, this should prevent the State taking any of it.

 

Comm. Bell spoke regarding a floating dock.

 

The Board agreed by consensus to move forward by having the Parks Department contact the County Engineer for information on the possibility of building a floating dock.

 

 

COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS

 

Comm. Johnson reported the Education Foundation Gala was a huge success with record attendance.

The Stop Hunger Fundraising Auction held at the Methodist Church in Chiefland was also a success.

There will be a cake auction on February 14^th at 6:00 P.M. at Chiefland FFA.

Also, on February 28^th there will be a cake auction and Beast Feast sponsored by Bronson High School FFA held at the Bronson First Baptist Church.

 

Comm. Joyner announced there will be a PRCA Rodeo this Friday and Saturday night in Williston at the Horsemen’s Park.

 

Comm. Meeks announced the North Florida Broadband will meet on Wednesday, February 12^th at 10:00 A.M at the City Hall in Lake City.

 

Comm. Bell announced there will be a RESTORE Act meeting next Tuesday at 3:00 P.M. in the Board Meeting Room.

 

 

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

 

ATTEST:                                                                                             BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY, FL

 

 

____________________________________                                                ____________________________________

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

 

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

SEPTEMBER 30, 2013

 

 

The Special Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on September 30, 2013 at 9:00 AM in the Levy County Board of County Commissioners meeting room, with the following Commissioners present:

 

Chairman Ryan Bell

Comm. John Meeks

Comm. Mike Joyner

Comm. Danny Stevens

Comm. Chad Johnson

            Also present were:

County Attorney – Anne Bast Brown

County Coordinator – Fred Moody

Clerk of Court – Danny J. Shipp

 

 

Comm. Bell called the Meeting to order at 9:01 A.M.  Comm. Joyner gave the invocation, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.

 

EXPENDITURES

 

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

 

CHECK NUMBER	112994-113154
FUND	AMOUNT
GENERAL REVENUE	623,288.40
ROAD	69,202.30
SHIP	5,000.00
TRANSPORTATION	33,998.31
COURT FACILITIES	8.00
PROGRESS ENERGY	37,893.89
EMS	66,129.28
FIRE	49,298.54
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT	3,357.46
UTILITIES	1,142.00
DRUG TASK FORCE	621.83
ADD COURT COSTS	578.34
IMPACT FEES – EMS	9,681.51
CAPITAL PROJECTS	38,332.22
LANDFILL	22,793.48
TOTAL	$     961,325.56

 

CLERK OF COURT

 

Sheila Rees, Chief Deputy/Finance Director

Final Expenditures for Fiscal Year 2012-2013

 

Danny Shipp, Clerk of Court

1. Request approval for Resolution 2013-49 to authorize the Clerk to retain fees related to Title IV-D Child Support Collection and Enforcement.

 

Ann Moody requested Board approval on behalf of Mr. Shipp of Resolution 2013-49 to authorize the Clerk to retain fees related to Title IV-D Child Support Collection and Enforcement.  Mrs. Moody explained the Clerk currently gives the excess amount collected for processing child support fees back to the Board at the end of the year, if any.  The Clerk would like to retain these fees in an effort to fund this department without additional money from the Board.

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve Resolution 2013-49 with the correction to paragraph 2 as stated by Atty. Brown.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request approval for the agreement between the Hudson Properties, Inc. and Guardian Ad Litem for the renewal and amendment of lease.

 

Mr. Shipp requested Board approval of the Renewal and Amendment of Lease Agreement between Hudson Properties, Inc. and Guardian Ad Litem with the addition of section 1.2 giving the right to terminate the Lease with 60 days written notice.

 

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve the Renewal and Amendment of Lease Agreement between Hudson Properties, Inc. and Guardian Ad Litem as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

LEVY COUNTY PLANNING

 

Shenley Neely, Planning Director

Requesting approval for Annual Reports submitted to Florida Housing Finance Corporation.

 

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

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve the SHIP Annual Reports as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

NON AGENDA ITEM

 

Comm. Bell requested the Board hear a non-agenda item.

 

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

 

Comm. Bell requested the Board appoint two commissioners as members to the Value Adjustment Board.  Comm. Bell stated he and Comm. Joyner had served last year and he was willing to serve again this year.  Comm. Joyner stated he would also be willing to serve again.  The Citizen/Homestead representative appointed by the Commissioners last year was Skipper Henderson and is willing to serve again.  The School Board representative is Robert Philpot for this year.  The School Board will appoint one Business representative and notify the Board once this is done.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to appoint Comm. Bell and Comm. Joyner from the Board of County Commissioners, Skipper Henderson as the Homestead representative and Robert Philpot as the School Board representative on the Value Adjustment Board.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Comm. Joyner reminded everyone October 26^th will be a busy day as there are several events are scheduled around the county.  The Levy County Education Foundation Beast Feast, the LARC “Ride to Provide” event and the Morriston Baptist “Church Feed the Community” event will all be taking place on this day.

 

Atty. Brown stated to the Board she will be conducting Ethics Training Seminars and will let them know when these will be scheduled.  Constitutional Officers are welcome to attend.

 

 

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 9:25 A.M.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                             BOARD OFCOUNTYCOMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY,FL

 

 

____________________________________                                    ____________________________________

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

 

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

SEPTEMBER 17, 2013

 

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on September 17, 2013 at 9:00 AM in the Levy County Board of County Commissioners meeting room, with the following Commissioners present:

 

Chairman Ryan Bell

Comm. John Meeks

Comm. Mike Joyner

Comm. Danny Stevens

Comm. Chad Johnson

 

Also present were:

County Attorney – Anne Bast Brown

County Coordinator – Fred Moody

Clerk of Court – Danny J. Shipp

 

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

 

EXPENDITURES

 

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

 

CHECK NUMBER	112994-113154
FUND	AMOUNT
GENERAL REVENUE	623,288.40
ROAD	69,202.30
SHIP	5,000.00
TRANSPORTATION	33,998.31
COURT FACILITIES	8.00
PROGRESS ENERGY	37,893.89
EMS	66,129.28
FIRE	49,298.54
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT	3,357.46
UTILITIES	1,142.00
DRUG TASK FORCE	621.83
ADD COURT COSTS	578.34
IMPACT FEES – EMS	9,681.51
CAPITAL PROJECTS	38,332.22
LANDFILL	22,793.48
TOTAL	$     961,325.56

 

MINUTES

 

The following minutes of the Board of County Commissioners were presented for Board approval:

 

Regular Board Meeting, August 20, 2013                     Public Hearing, September 5, 2013

Special Meeting, August 30, 2013

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve minutes listed above of the Board of County Commissioners as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

CLERK OF COURT

 

Danny Shipp, Clerk of Court

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

NATURE COAST BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL

 

David Pieklik, Executive Director

Progress Report Presentation

 

Mr. Pieklik presented a quarterly progress report to the Board of the Board of the Nature Coast Business Development Council.

 

 

WITHLACOOCHEE REGIONAL WATER SUPPLY AUTHORITY

 

Richard Owen, Executive Director

Request Board consideration to rejoin the Withlacoochee Regional Water Supply Authority.

 

Mr. Owen spoke to the Board requesting their consideration to rejoin the Withlacoochee Regional Water Supply Authority.

 

The Commissioners agreed to discuss the possibility of rejoining the WRWSA further before making a decision.

 

 

DEPARTMENT REPORTS

COUNTY COORDINATOR

 

Fred Moody

1. Request approval for the Contract Agreement between Levy County Board of County Commissioners and Turnbull Environmental, Inc. for the George T. Lewis Airport, Runway 5 Erosion Control and Stabilization, Base Bid B.

 

Mr. Moody requested Board approval of the Contract Agreement between the Levy County BOCC and Turnbull Environmental, Inc. for the George T. Lewis Airport, Runway 5 Erosion Control and Stabilization, Base Bid B.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve the Contract Agreement between the Levy County BOCC and Turnbull Environmental, Inc. as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request approval for 2013-2014 Funding Agreement for the Provision of Mental and Addiction Services between Levy County Board of County Commissioners and Meridian Behavioral Health Care, Inc.

 

Mr. Moody requested Board approval of the 2013-2014 Funding Agreement for the Provision of Mental and Addiction Services between Levy County BOCC and Meridian Behavioral Health Care, Inc.  The Board had previously agreed upon the amount of $50,000 to be issued in quarterly payments of $12,500.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve the 2013-2014 Funding Agreement for the Provision of Mental and Addiction Services between Levy County BOCC and Meridian Behavioral Health Care, Inc. as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

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

 

Mr. Moody requested direction from the Board on the Interlocal Agreement between Levy County, Florida and the City of Cedar Key.

 

The Commissioners agreed by consensus to let the Agreement stand as is and to have Atty. Brown look into the limitations of income generation from usage of the Dock Street Fishing Pier.

 

1. Discuss and direction on the Aqui Property.

 

Mr. Moody requested direction from the Board regarding the Aqui property adjacent to the Courthouse.  The property is listed at $179,000.  The Aqui’s have agreed to $120,000 with a 90 day review period.

 

Comm. Johnson made a motion to get the property appraised before purchase is considered.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

CORRESPONDENCE

 

Satori Days

1. On behalf of Linda Fugate, Tax Collector, presenting Recapitulation for Board signatures.

 

1. Request the appointment of Marlon Gayle, Levy County’s Housing Planner, as the Public Sector Representative for the Central Florida Community Action Agency Board of Directors for the period of October 1, 2013 through September 30, 2014.

 

Ms. Days requested Board approval of the Levy County Tax Collector’s Recapitulation and for the appointment of Marlon Gayle, Levy County’s Housing Planner, as the Public Sector Representative for the Central Florida Community Action Agency Board of Directors for the period of October 1, 2013 through September 30, 2014.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve the Recapitulation and appointment of Marlon Gale to the Central Florida Community Action Agency Board of Directors as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

DEVELOPMENT

 

Bill Hammond, Director

Software Bid update.

 

Mr. Hammond reported to the Board of the bids received for Building Department Software.  Of the two (2) bids received, one did not meet the specifications and requirements; the other was more than had been budgeted for this expense.  Mr. Hammond requested Board approval to re-submit for bids after October 1^st.

 

The Board agreed by consensus for Mr. Hammond to re-submit for bids after October 1^st.

 

 

LEVY COUNTY TRANSIT

 

Connie Conley, General Manager

1. Request approval for Joint Participation Agreements for New Freedom (NF) Operating Assistance, Job Access Reverse Commute (JARC) Operating Assistance, and New Freedom (NF) Capital Assistance for a bus purchase.

 

Ms. Conley requested Board approval of the following Joint Participation Agreements which were applied for in 2012:

 

5317    New Freedom Grant, Operating                                   $168,690

5317    New Freedom Grant, Capital (for bus purchase)           $  73,033

5316    Job Access Reverse Commute (JARC), Operating        $286,912

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve the three (3) Joint Participation Agreements as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request approval of Resolution 2013-48 to file a grant application for the Shirley Conroy Rural Area Capital Assistance Program and request the purchase of a new bus, Local Match 10%, $7,066.50.

 

Ms. Conley requested Board approval of Resolution 2013-48 to file a grant application for the Shirley Conroy Rural Area Capital Assistance Program.  These funds will be used for the purchase of a bus.  The 10% match amount is $7,066.50.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve Resolution 2013-48 to file a grant application for the Shirley Conroy Rural Area Capital Assistance Program as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

PUBLIC SAFETY

 

David Knowles, Director

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

Mr. Knowles requested Board approval and the Chairman’s signature on the License Agreement between American Towers LLC, and the BOCC.  This agreement will allow Levy County to utilize the Gulf Hammock tower facility as part of the narrow banding project.

 

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

 

 

ROAD DEPARTMENT

 

Bruce Greenlee, Administrative Road Superintendent

1. Request approval for yearly Blanket Utility New Buried Service Drops Permit with CenturyLink-Florida.

 

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

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve the yearly Blanket Utility for New Buried Service Drops Permit with CenturyLink-Florida as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. Request permission to donate commodity trailer to The Children’s Table.

 

Mr. Greenlee requested Board approval to donate the trailer formerly used for commodity storage and distribution to The Children’s Table.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve donation of the commodity trailer to The Children’s Table as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

COUNTY ATTORNEY

 

Anne Bast Brown

1. Request consideration of an offer to settle outstanding jail liens of $13,500 plus interest (total as of 9/09/13 $15,127.71) for Joseph Hall, and, if accepted, approve Satisfactions of Lien contingent on receipt of the total settlement offer amount of $1,512.

 

Atty. Brown requested the Board consider an offer to settle outstanding jail liens for Joseph Hall in the amount of $1,512.  The current outstanding amount is $13,500 plus interest making the total amount due at 9/09/13 $15,127.71.

 

Mr. Shipp stated the court requirements and fees have been satisfied.

 

Comm. Johnson made a motion to accept the offer by Mr. Hall in the amount of $1,512 as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

B. Request approval of Resolution 2013-50, amending Resolution 2013-08, as previously amended by Resolution 2013-25, establishing the Levy County RESTORE Act Advisory Committee.

 

Atty. Brown requested Board approval of Resolution 2013-50, amending Resolution 2013-08, as previously amended by Resolution 2013-25, establishing the Levy County RESTORE Act Advisory Committee.  Resolution 2013-50 amends the membership of the Committee to replace the workforce/job creation representative with an at-large representative and ratifies the most recent appointment to the Committee as an at-large member.

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve Resolution 2013-50 as requested.  Second was made by Comm. Joyner and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

NON-AGENDA ITEM

 

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

 

Mr. Moody explained to the Board the item to be presented is the Hip Hop Extravaganza event.  This event had been previously stopped as no application for a music event had been filed which was in violation of a County Ordinance.

 

Lee Crawford spoke to the Board explaining the purpose of the event and requested Board approval to host the Hip Hop Extravaganza/ Stop the Violence Rally.

 

Comm. Bell advised Mr. Crawford to make application for the music festival event so it may be planned and be in compliance with County regulations for this type of event.

 

 

PUBLIC COMMENT

 

Daniel Miller spoke to the Board regarding negative experiences in using the Transit Department for transportation to and from appointments.   Pamela Fahrner also spoke on behalf of Mr. Miller.

 

Comm. Stevens advised Mr. Miller of the process of filing a complaint against a County Employee to handle the situation.

 

Sally Collins spoke to the Board and commended the Transit Department on their efforts to get people to their destinations.

 

 

COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS

 

Comm. Johnson stated the Levy County Education Beast Feast will be on October 26^th.  The location has been tentatively changed from Black Prong to the Etheridge cracker house.  Comm. Johnson stated he is working with Leslie Sturmer to get clams to cook and serve.

 

Comm. Joyner stated the Morriston Baptist Church will be hosting their annual “Feed the Community” event and children’s carnival on the first Saturday in October.  He stated they will begin serving around 4:00 P.M.

 

Comm. Stevens stated the LARC “Ride to Provide” event will be on October 26^th.  He will be there to cook starting at 9:00 A.M. if any of the other Commissioners would like to assist.

 

Comm. Meeks stated there will be a Withlacoochee Regional Planning Council meeting on Thursday, September 19^th, and one for the North Florida Broadband on September 25^th.  Comm. Meeks stated he had recently had a meeting with the Secretary Presat, the Secretary of Transportation for the State of Florida which was very informative.

 

Comm. Bell stated he will be representing Levy County in West Palm Beach for a RESTORE Act meeting which he will be leaving to attend tomorrow.

Comm. Bell also stated the Two Tails Farm is holding their annual elephant fundraiser on Sunday in Williston from 11:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.

 

Mr. Moody reminded everyone of the meeting scheduled for September 30^th at 9:00 A.M. to pay year-end bills.

 

Comm. Bell stated Ted Yoho will be available to meet with the public tomorrow at 9:00 A.M. in the Board of County Commissioners meeting room in the Levy County Courthouse.

 

 

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

 

ATTEST:                                                                                             BOARD OFCOUNTYCOMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY,FL

 

 

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

 

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

SEPTEMBER 16, 2013

 

The Public Hearing of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on September 16, 2013 at 6:00 PM in the Levy County Board of County Commissioners meeting room, with the following Commissioners present:

 

Chairman Ryan Bell

Comm. John Meeks

Comm. Mike Joyner

Comm. Danny Stevens

Comm. Chad Johnson

            Also present were:

 

County Attorney – Anne Bast Brown

County Coordinator – Fred Moody

 

 

Comm. Bell called the Special Meeting to order at 6:06 P.M.  Comm. Joyner gave the invocation, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.

 

Adopt Final Millage Rate for Fiscal Year 2013-20104, Resolution 2013-46

 

Mrs. Rees requested Board approval of Resolution 2013-46 adopting the final millage rate of 8.3307, which is the rolled back rate, for fiscal year 2013-2014.

 

Comm. Bell asked if there was anyone in the audience wishing to speak regarding the item presented.  There were none.

 

Comm. Joyner made a motion to approve Resolution 2013-46 as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Adopt Final Budget for Fiscal Year 2013-2014, Resolution 2013-47

 

Mrs. Rees requested Board approval of Resolution 2013-47 adopting the final budget of $66,593,382 for fiscal year 2013-2014.  The final budget amount was adjusted from $66,105,032 due to changes which Mrs. Rees explained to the Commissioners.

 

Comm. Bell asked if there was anyone in the audience wishing to speak regarding the item presented.

 

Dana Sheffield thanked the Commissioners for their efforts in working on the budget this year.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve Resolution 2013-47 adopting the final budget of $66,593,382 as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

 

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE PUBLIC HEARING ADJOURNED AT 6:09 P.M.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                             BOARD OFCOUNTYCOMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY,FL

 

 

____________________________________                                    ____________________________________

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

 

PUBLIC HEARING

LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

SEPTEMBER 11, 2013

 

 

The Public Hearing of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on September 11, 2013 at 6:30 PM in the Levy County Board of County Commissioners meeting room, with the following Commissioners present:

 

Chairman Ryan Bell

Comm. John Meeks

Comm. Danny Stevens

Comm. Chad Johnson

            Also present were:

 

County Attorney – Anne Bast Brown

County Coordinator – Fred Moody

 

 

Comm. Bell called the Special Meeting to order at 6:30 P.M.  Comm. Johnson gave the invocation, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.

 

Adopt Annual Assessment Resolutions for Fiscal Year 2013-2014

 

1. A.     Resolution 2013-39, Amended and Restated Final Assessment Resolution for Roadway Maintenance Service Assessments.

 

Comm. Bell presented the Final Assessment Resolution for Roadway Maintenance, Resolution 2013-39 and stated there are no changes from last year.

 

Comm. Bell asked if there was anyone in the audience wishing to speak for or against the item presented.  There were none.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve Resolution 2013-39 as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. B.     Resolution 2013-40, Annual Rate Resolution for Solid Waste Assessments.

 

Comm. Bell presented the Annual Rate Resolution for Solid Waste Assessments, Resolution 2013-40.

 

Comm. Bell asked if there was anyone in the audience wishing to speak for or against the item presented.  There were none.

 

Comm. Meeks made a motion to approve Resolution 2013-40.  Second was made by Comm. Stevens and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. C.     Resolution 2013-41, Annual Rate Resolution for Fire Protection.

 

Comm. Bell presented the Annual Rate Resolution for Fire Protection, Resolution 2013-41.

 

Comm. Bell asked if there was anyone in the audience wishing to speak for or against the item presented.

 

Fred Rouse spoke to the Board questioning if the Assessment for Fire Protection had increased?

 

Renate Cannon asked for clarification regarding the Fire Protection Assessment.

 

Comm. Bell answered it has not increased.

 

Comm. Stevens made a motion to approve Resolution 2013-41 as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Johnson and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

1. D.    Resolution 2013-42, Annual EMS Tax Assessment Rate Resolution.

 

Comm. Bell presented the Annual Rate Resolution for EMS Tax, Resolution 2013-42.

 

Comm. Bell asked if there was anyone in the audience wishing to speak for or against the item presented.

 

Sergio Soares, owner of Pine Lodge in Inglis spoke to the Board questioning why each of the cottages he rents are taxed individually?

 

Mr. Moody spoke to Mr. Soares and stated he will contact him and will look into his tax assessment information.

 

Comm. Johnson made a motion to approve Resolution 2013-42 as presented.  Second was made by Comm. Meeks and the MOTION CARRIES.

 

Dana Sheffield spoke to the Board regarding their efforts to have all citizens in the County pay for the assessments fairly.

 

 

THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE PUBLIC HEARING ADJOURNED AT 7:03 P.M.

 

ATTEST:                                                                                             BOARD OFCOUNTYCOMMISSIONERS

LEVY COUNTY,FL

 

 

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