REGULAR MEETING
LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
December 21, 2004
The Regular Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on December 21, 2004, at 9:00 a.m. in the Levy County Board of County Commissioners’ Meeting room, with the following Commissioners present:
Chairwoman Lilly Rooks
Vice Chairman Sammy Yearty
Comm. Tony Parker
Comm. Danny Stevens
Comm. Nancy Bell
Also present were:
County Attorney – Anne Bast Brown
County Coordinator – Fred Moody
Chief Deputy Clerk – Sheila Rees
The Chairwoman called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m. The invocation was given by Mr.Fred McKeon followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
EXPENDITURES
Comm. Stevens moved to approve the following expenditures presented for payment. Comm. Parker seconded and the MOTION CARRIED.
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MINUTES
Comm. Stevens moved to approve the following Minutes of Special Board Meetings of September 14, 2004, September 17, 2004, September 20, 2004, September 30, 2004, September 30, 2004, and Regular Board Meetings of October 5, 2004, October 19, 2004 and November 2, 2004 subject to modification changes as directed. Comm. Bell seconded and the MOTION CARRIED.
SUWANNEE RIVER WATER MANAGEMENT DISTRICT
Mr. Edwin McCook, Public Use Coordinator, presented to the Board a check in the amount of $24,486.64. Mr. McCook stated these funds are a reimbursement of taxes that are purchased by Suwannee River Water Management District (SRWMD), which are removed from the tax rolls in Levy County. Chairwoman Rooks commented by saying the Board appreciated the check and commended SRWMD’s work for Levy County.
CEDAR KEY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Dr. John Andrews, Vice President of the Cedar Key Historical Society and Museum, requested the Board to rescind their previous action allocating $7,000.00 of Tourist Development Council funds for an informational kiosk at the Cedar Key State Museum. Dr. Andrews stated tax moneys should not be used for promotion of tourism at a remote site such as the Cedar Key State Museum. Dr. Andrews also stated it should not be used for a match of a state grant to duplicate what is already offered at the Cedar Key Historical Museum and that the kiosk should be in a more central location. Dr. Andrews said he would like to see the State Museum with a natural theme and the Historical Museum with a historical theme, perhaps with some exchange of exhibits.
Ms. Doris Hellerman, Secretary of the Cedar Key Historical Society, stated she agrees with Dr. Andrews. Ms. Hellerman stated they are a small museum trying to preserve the history of Cedar Key. Ms. Hellerman said local tax funds should be used though local organizations.
Chairwoman Rooks opened the floor for public comment.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Ms. Helen Koehler stated she did vote to issue the $7,000.00 in partnership with the grant for the museum, concluding it is all about partnership, not about competition.
Mr. Chris Brown stated he encourages the Board to look at this kiosk strictly as a business advertising opportunity.
Ms. Sarah Cardona stated the kiosk is an opportunity for material of the entire County, concluding that the Cedar Key Chamber of Commerce voted and does want the $7,000.00 spent on the kiosk.
Ms. Joni Ellis, Florida Park Service, stated the kiosk would promote nature based recreation as opposed to development, concluding without the matching funds of $7,000.00 the project is not attainable.
Ms. Elizabeth Earbar stated the $7,000.00 would be money well spent and will benefit the entire County.
Ms. Barrel Bear stated Cedar Key isolates themselves from the County; therefore tourist tax money should not be withheld from the rest of the County.
Comm. Yearty stated there has been a lack of communication and a kiosk would be better placed somewhere else in the County.
Chairwoman Rooks suggested the kiosk location would be more beneficial in an area where bed tax dollars are spent.
Comm. Stevens suggested the Citizens of Cedar Key obtain the match monies for the grant and remove the Board of County Commissioners obligation.
Chairwoman Rooks directed a suggestion to Dr. Andrews encouraging the Board of the Historical Museum and the State Museum work together to get the match monies.
Comm. Yearty moved to rescind the action allocating $7,000.00 for an informational kiosk. Comm. Parker seconded, Comm. Yearty, Comm. Parker, Comm. Bell and Chairwoman Rooks voted YES, Comm. Stevens voted NO and the MOTION CARRIED.
NATURE COAST BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL
Mr. Lannie Cardona presented information pursuant to a State Rural Infrastructure Fund Grant. Mr. Cardona stated The City of Williston and The Nature Coast Business Development Council are applying for a State Rural Infrastructure Fund Grant to pave two (2) approximately one quarter mile sections of State Road NW 25th Street and City Street SW 18th Street. Mr. Cardona stated the estimated grant amount is $100,000 and an Interlocal Agreement will be required between the City and County to insure the State the grant will be used as requested by the two (2) jurisdictions.
COUNTY COORDINATOR
Mr. Fred Moody requested a Non-Ad Valorem corrections and refunds for parcel numbers 18277-000-00 and 18276-001-00; Mr. and Mrs. Penny, in the amount of $377.85 and $271.57 respectively.
Comm. Bell moved to approve as presented. Comm. Stevens seconded and the MOTION CARRIED.
CORRESPONDENCE
Ms. Jacqueline Martin proposed dates for the next joint meeting with the City of Chiefland, the City of Williston and the Board. Chairwoman Rooks suggested the Board provide the dates to Jacqueline and for her to present those dates to each City.
Ms. Martin proposed appointment of a representative to serve on the Suwannee River Resource Conservation and Development Council.
Comm. Stevens moved to appoint Mr. Anthony Drew. Comm. Bell seconded and the MOTION CARRIED.
CONSTRUCTION/MAINTENANCE
Mr. Jimmy Jones requested a workshop on the University Oaks Water System. Boards consensus to schedule the workshop on January 4, 2004, at 1:30 p.m.
EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES
Ms. Marie Wells requested to table the First Responder Agreement and EMS Vehicle Driving Medical Assistance Agreement between the County and the City of Williston until December 28, 2004,
at 9:00 a.m.
HUMAN RESOURCES
Ms. Jacqueline Martin requested the adoption of a pay plan for part-time, permanent and grant funded positions within the Library Department.
Comm. Stevens moved to adopt the pay plan for the Library Department. Comm. Bell seconded and the MOTION CARRIED.
Ms. Martin requested a three percent (3%) step increase for part-time/permanent and grant funded positions within the Library Department effective October 1st.
Comm. Parker moved to approve the three percent (3%) increase. Comm. Bell seconded and the MOTION CARRIED.
Ms. Martin requested to submit on behalf of the Attorney’s recommendation, for proposed change to Policy 101, Functions of this Manual, Personnel Policies and Procedures Manual. Atty. Brown recommended adding the following statement to the current policy:
The employees and volunteers to which this Personnel Policies and Procedures Manual applies shall not include: (a) elected officials; (b) the County Attorney and all employees and volunteers reporting either directly or indirectly to the County Attorney; (c) and person(s) hired as an independent contractor on a contractual, fee, per diem, seasonal, casual, or retainer basis.
Comm. Stevens moved to approve the recommended change. Comm. Yearty seconded, Chairwoman Rooks, Comm. Stevens, Comm. Yearty, and Comm. Parker voted YES. Comm. Bell voted NO and the MOTION CARRIED.
MOSQUITO CONTROL
Mr. Matt Weldon, Assistant Director, presented year-end report on Mosquito Control. Mr. Weldon stated Mosquito Control started spraying in April and ended in November, the amount of acreage sprayed was 93,837 with a total of 747.8 gallons used and a total chemical cost of $17,200.00.
Mr. Weldon presented information regarding the grant, which was approved for the boat ramp in Cedar Key for an amount of $183,750.00. Mr. Weldon stated monies are to be used to resurface, supporting docks, and engineering.
NATURE COAST TRANSIT
Ms. Desiree Painter, General Manager, requested approval of Section 5310 Grant and authorizing Resolution. Ms. Painter stated the total grant is $98,140.00 with a ten percent (10%) match of $9,814.00.
Comm. Parker moved to approve the grant and authorize the resolution. Comm. Bell seconded and the MOTION CARRIED.
Ms. Painter requested approval of HNTB Corporation contract for design of the circulator route.
Comm. Bell moved to approve the HNTB Corporation contract. Comm. Parker seconded and the MOTION CARRIED.
Ms. Painter requested approval of a supplemental agreement for the riders guide to be translated in Spanish.
Comm. Parker moved to approve the supplemental agreement. Comm. Stevens seconded and the MOTION CARRIED.
Ms. Painter proposed a Suwannee River Economic Council (SREC) contract to provide trips from January 1, 2005, through December 31, 2005. Ms. Painter stated this contract provides meal site trips for the Citizens of Levy County. Comm. Parker suggested a meeting with SREC to discuss some concerns, which have been presented and requested Ms. Painter to schedule this meeting.
Comm. Parker moved to approve the proposal of the Suwannee River Economic Council contract. Comm. Bell seconded and the MOTION CARRIED.
Ms. Painter proposed an appointment to the Levy County Transportation Disadvantaged Coordinating Board. Ms. Painter stated she recommends Ms. Elizabeth Chervinsky and Mr. Fred McKeon as an alternate member.
Comm. Stevens moved to appoint the aforementioned individuals. Comm. Parker seconded and the MOTION CARRIED.
PLANNING
Ms. Kathy Winburn, Director, presented Impact fee quotes from Nabors, Giblin, and Nickerson, P.A.:
Parks and Recreation $18,000 Fire and Emergency Medical $24,000 Transportation 17,000 Total $59,000
Ms. Winburn stated if the County decides to contract for all three (3) impact fee studies, a discount may be obtained on Nabors, Giblin and Nickerson’s legal fees.
Comm. Yearty moved to approve the quote and proceed with the study. Comm. Stevens seconded and the MOTION CARRIED.
ROAD DEPARTMENT
Mr. Bruce Greenlee represented by Chairwoman Rooks requested to table the approval of a contract with Natural Resources Conservation Service for restoration of G Street in Cedar Key.
ATTORNY’S REPORT
Attorney Anne Bast Brown requested the adoption of Emergency Declarations 2004-104, 2004-105, 2004-106, and 2004-107. Atty. Brown stated the Resolutions rescind all Emergency Declarations issued as a result of Tropical Storm Bonnie and Hurricanes Charley, Frances, Ivan and Jeannne. Atty. Brown further stated Emergency Management Services Department advised the Resolutions are no longer necessary and can be rescinded.
Comm. Stevens moved to adopt the Resolutions. Comm. Parker seconded and the MOTION CARRIED.
SHIP
Ms. Sandy Ashley requested approval for Deferred Payment Loan in the amount of $9,500.00 to Jonathan Gifford and Cassie Boyd of Williston.
Comm. Stevens moved to approve the Deferred Payment Loan as presented, Comm. Bell seconded and the MOTION CARRIED.
Ms. Ashley requested approval for Deferred Payment Loan in the amount of $12,100.00 to Jonathen and Betty Bishop of Williston.
Comm. Stevens moved to approve the Deferred Payment Loan as presented, Comm. Bell seconded and the MOTION CARRIED.
Ms. Ashley requested approval for Deferred Payment Loan in the amount of $15,600.00 to Lajeski Edwards and Laquwanda Brown of Williston.
Comm. Stevens moved to approve the Deferred Payment Loan as presented, Comm. Parker seconded and the MOTION CARRIED.
Ms. Ashley requested approval for Satisfaction of Mortgage by Dawn Barefield of Yankeetown paid off in amount of $5,046.54.
Comm. Parker moved to approve the Satisfaction of Mortgage as presented, Comm. Stevens seconded and the MOTION CARRIED.
COMMISSIONER’S REPORTS
Comm. Parker said thank you, Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
Comm. Bell said Merry Christmas.
Comm. Stevens brought to the attention of the Board the Health Department in Williston need of
repairs. Comm. Stevens also wished everyone Happy Holidays.
Chairwoman Rooks said have a safe and Happy Christmas and thanks for your participation.
Comm. Yearty proposed and moved for the appointment of Mr. Al Macri to the Levy County Board of Adjustment. Comm. Bell seconded and the MOTION CARRIED.
MEETING ADJOURNED UNTIL 1:30 p.m.
Vice Chairman Sammy Yearty called the meeting to order at 1:30 p.m. with the following Commissioners present:
Vice Chairman Sammy Yearty
Comm. Danny Stevens
Comm. Nancy Bell
Also present were:
County Attorney – Anne Bast Brown
County Coordinator – Fred Moody
AGREEMENT
Mr. Wayne Helsby, Attorney for Allen, Norton and Blue requested ratification of Collective Bargaining Agreement with Levy County Professional Paramedics and Emergency Medical Technician (E.M.T). Mr. Helsby stated this Agreement is a year contract from October 1, 2004, thru September 30, 2005, with a three percent (3%) increase retroactive back to October 1, 2004. Mr. Helsby reviewed changes, housekeeping issues, payroll deductions, and clarification of grievance issues, training, uniforms and equipment.
Comm. Yearty moved to approve the ratified Agreement. Comm. Bell seconded and the MOTION CARRIED.
THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION, THE MEETING ADJOURNED.
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Lilly Rooks, Chairwoman
ATTEST:
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Danny J. Shipp, Clerk of Court