REGULAR MEETING
LEVY COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
July 6, 19 99
The Regular Meeting of the Board of Levy County Commissioners was held on July 6, 1999 at 9:00 a.m. in the Levy County Board of County Commissioners’ meeting room, with the following Commissioners present:
Chairman Frank Davis
Vice Chairman Wilbur Dean
Comm. Don Foley
Comm. Sammy Yearty
Comm. Lilly Rooks
Also present were:
County Attorney - Gregory V. Beauchamp
Clerk of Court - Douglas M. McKoy
County Administrator - William C. Cobb
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m.. The invocation was given by Comm. Foley followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
EXPENDITURES
Comm. Dean moved to approve the following expenditures presented for payment. Comm. Foley seconded and the MOTION CARRIED.
FUND AMOUNT
CHECK NUMBERS: 20121-20324 (VOIDS 20121)
GENERAL FUND $125,332.65
ROAD & BRIDGE FUND 43,683.00
LOCAL HOUSING ASSISTANCE 2,502.00
MEDIATION FUND 300.00
FINE & FORFEITURE FUND 4,611.96
LANDFILL & RECYCLING 31,962.26
FLORIDA POWER GRANT FUND 47.79
EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICE 11,086.67
SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION 1,854.02
FIRE CONTROL FUND 6,363.50
INTERGOVERNMENTAL COMMUN 2,912.61
UTILITIES FUND 540.02
MSTU - HEATHERWOOD 111.43
MSTU - JORDAN ESTATES 344.35
MSTU - OAK MANOR 75.60
MSTU - CANNON HOMESITES 196.85
MSTU - STARTING POINT 692.76
MSTU - WILLISTON HIGHLAND 5 12,861.45
MSTU - WILLISTON HIGHLAND 7 11,400.97
MSTU - WILLISTON HIGHLAND 12 15,791.63
MSTU - RALEIGH OAKS 974.01
MSTU - FAWNWOOD ESTATES 131.50
MSTU - DOE RUN 590.64
MSTU - SUNSHINE ESTATES #1 286.61
MSTU - SUWANEE MEADOWS 511.45
MSTU - NORTH STAR RANCHETTE 595.83
MSTU - SPANISH TRACE 449.69
MSTU - SPANISH TRACE 1 ADDT 3,451.27
MSTU - ARROWHEAD ACRES 200.23
MSTU - KING B RANCHETTE #1 346.24
MSTU - LONG POND LANDING 473.93
MSTU - LONG POND LAND ADD 1 1,307.55
MSTU - LONG POND LAND ADD 2 653.77
MSTU - WHISPERING OAKS #2 1,054.08
MSTU - CEDAR PINES UNIT 2 386.33
MSTU - COUNTRYSIDE ESTATES 456.28
MSTU - COUNTRY WALK EST #2 501.73
MSTU - EMERALD FOREST 939.49
MSTU - SHADY ACRES 249.58
MSTU - LOUMAR ESTATES 229.81
MSTU - KINGS HILL 590.37
MSTU - DEERE RIVER ESTATES 209.80
MSTU - MEADOWLAND EST UNIT 2 180.18
MSTU - WACASASSA RIVER ACRE 100.38
MSTU - SUNSHINE EST 3 ADD 473.76
MSTU - MEADOWVIEW EST 1 ADD 187.54
MSTU - QUAIL RUN UNIT 2 53.29
MSTU - MOUNTS ACRES UNIT 3 113.89
MSTU - RAINBOW LAKES ESTATE 73.93
MSTU - RIDGE VIEW 167.32
MSTU - SUMNER PLACE 641.17
MSTU - ARROWOOD 181.57
MSTU - CEDAR PINES UNIT 3 335.46
MSTU - GREEN HILLS 197.25
MSTU - KING RANCH FL RNCH 1 265.17
MSTU - MOUNTS ACRES UNIT 4 106.43
MSTU - TRIPLE CROWN FARMS 1 2,179.20
MSTU - TRIPLE CROWN FARMS 3 790.97
MSTU - TRIPLE CROWN FARMS 2 621.26
MSTU - PINE MEADOWS 1,296.41
MSTU - SUMNER PLACE UNIT 2 191.59
MSTU - LONG POND OAKS 329.73
MSTU - CHIEFLAND WDS #2 PH1 270.60
MSTU - STEEPLECHASE FARMS 3,711.84
MSTU - LANGLEY ESTATES 256.95
MSTU - NORTH CHIEFLAND EST 687.84
MSTU - FARMS A WILLISTON #2 964.88
TOTAL $301,640.32
MINUTES
Comm. Rooks moved to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of June 22, 1999. Comm. Dean seconded and the MOTION CARRIED.
COMMISSIONERS
Chairman Davis recognized Mr. Osborn Barker with a Certificate of Appreciation for his service as Director of Emergency Management Service operations.
MISCELLANEOUS
Mr. Wayne Janney asked if the agenda for the meetings could be published in a local newspaper prior to the meeting. Chairman Davis said it is difficult to have a complete agenda to publish and keep an open agenda for anyone who may attend a meeting. Mr. Janney said it would benefit the citizens if the minutes were published. Comm. Yearty said the cost to publish the minutes in all of the county newspapers could be expensive. Mr. Janney said his concern came from finding out someone had spoken at a regular meeting on impact fees and he was concerned on action being taken without sufficient public input.
Comm. Yearty said funding alternatives are being explored to increase revenue to pay for current and future services and impact fees are just one method being explored. Chairman Davis said no action has been taken to retain a consultant to provide a study on impact fees. Mr. Billy Cobb said he will prepare a cost study for publishing the minutes. Mrs. Sharon Carter suggested advertising the meetings through the public announcement service on Channel 20 television.
EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES
Mr. Bill Beddow said confirmation of approval of the grant application for a new rescue unit has been received. Mr. Beddow said the grant will be a 90-10 split instead of the original 75-25 applied for and will require a contribution of approximately $13,000.00.
ROAD MAINTENANCE
Mr. Kelly Jerrels presented the following requests for maintenance on a one (1) time basis:
NE 120th Street from NE 75th Avenue to C337 with dedicated right of way and six (6) loads of limerock.
Comm. Dean moved to approve the request for maintenance on a one (1) time basis. Comm. Rooks seconded and the MOTION CARRIED.
NE 110th Avenue from NE 70th Street to NE 80th Street located in University Estates with 50' right of way and eight (8) loads of rock.
Comm. Dean moved to approve the request for maintenance on a one (1) time basis. Comm. Rooks seconded and the MOTION CARRIED.
NE 71st Street from NE 110th Avenue to C335 located in University Estates with 50' right of way and six (6) loads of rock.
Comm. Dean moved to approve the request for maintenance on a one (1) time basis. Comm. Rooks seconded and the MOTION CARRIED.
NW 80th Avenue between C336 NW 40th Street and NW 30th Street ½ mile south from C336 for minor trimming, with two (2) loads of limerock.
Comm. Rooks moved to approve the request for maintenance on a one (1) time basis. Comm. Dean seconded and the MOTION CARRIED.
EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT SERVICES
Ms. Paula Lane presented for approval the Modification #2 to Contractual Service Agreement for the Local Hazard Mitigation Strategy. Ms. Lane said the interlocal agreement was amended to extend the date of delivery. Comm. Yearty moved to approve the agreement with Withlacoochee Regional Planning Council. Comm. Rooks seconded and the MOTION CARRIED.
INSURANCE
Mr. Trace Milam said Healthplan Southeast has extended a renewal offer for the health insurance with a six (6%) percent increase in premium. Mr. Milam said Avmed declined to provide a quote indicating they were not competitive; Humana declined to provide a quote based on past and current medical conditions; and Blue Cross Blue Shield declined to quote indicating they would only participate in a bid process and had concerns on the number of carriers the county has had in the recent past.
Mr. Milam said coverage changes with Healthplan Southeast are:
Primary care physician office visit copay will increase from $10.00 to $15.00.
Hospital inpatient copay will change from $200.00 per admission plus $50.00 per day to a maximum of 5 days ($750.00 maximum cost per admission), to a flat $250.00 per admission.
Outpatient surgery copay will increase from $100.00 to $250.00.
Prescription copay will increase from $5.00 to $9.00 for generic and from $7.00 to $14.00 for brand name.
Mr. Milam said he recommended no change in the group life insurance since no cost savings were found. Mr. Milam said Ameritas, the dental coverage plan was not increasing premiums and would allow an open enrollment for employees who previously did not sign up for coverage. Comm. Foley moved to renew coverage for health insurance with Healthplan Southeast for an additional year. Comm. Dean seconded and the MOTION CARRIED.
Mrs. Renata Cannon asked why the bidding process was not used for securing health insurance coverage. Comm. Yearty said previous years when bids were advertised the county received a poor response and had difficulty in comparing bids.
TAX CERTIFICATES
Mr. Greg Beauchamp presented the List of Lands Available for Taxes from the Tax Deed Sale of June 21, 1999 submitted by Mrs. Patty Galyean, Deputy Clerk.
CONTRACTS AND AGREEMENTS
Mr. Beauchamp presented an amended interlocal agreement executed with the City of Williston on June 22, 1999 deleting the indemnification paragraph. Comm. Foley moved to approve the amended agreement and authorize the Chairman to sign. Comm. Dean seconded and the MOTION CARRIED.
CONTRACTS AND AGREEMENTS
Comm. Rooks presented an amended interlocal agreement with Citrus, Levy, Marion Workforce Consortium allowing for a two (2) year contract instead of a five (5) year contract and to allow an appointed or designated representative. Comm. Rooks moved to approve the amended interlocal agreement. Comm. Yearty seconded and the MOTION CARRIED.
APPOINTMENTS
Comm. Yearty said he would be making a recommendation for an appointee to the North Central Florida Health Planning Council Board.
JUDICIAL
Chairman Davis said a copy of the court’s proposed budget for 1999/2000 has been submitted for review by the Court Administrator.
AIRPORT
Mr. Greg Beauchamp said discussions are ongoing concerning recent inquiries about the Cedar Key Airport and the results will be presented at a later date.
ROADS, STATE
Chairman Davis said a facsimile has been received from Representative JaneGale Boyd informing of her contact with the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) for a full turn lane on US 27 Alternate outside of Williston.
COUNTY EMPLOYEES
Comm. Foley moved to appoint Mr. Justin Watson to replace Mr. Skip Hammell at the Road Department and assume Mr. Hammell’s duties with a six (6) month probation period. Comm. Yearty seconded. Comm. Foley said he recommended allowing the Personnel Committee to make a salary recommendation. Comm. Dean said Mr. Watson would have added responsibility and should be compensated but he was concerned about continuing a dual leadership at the Road. Department. Comm. Dean said he recommended having one person in charge of Administration and Construction. Comm. Rooks said it appeared the supervisory position needed to be restructured. Comm. Yearty said he was in favor of eliminating the dual leadership and having a trial period with single leadership. Comm. Davis and Comm. Foley voted yes and Comm. Dean, Comm. Rooks and Comm. Yearty voted no and the MOTION FAILED.
Comm. Yearty moved to appoint Mr. Kelly Jerrels as head of the Road Department responsible for administrative, personnel and construction with Mr Justin Watson to assume duties handled by Mr. Skip Hammell. Comm. Dean seconded and Comm. Yearty, Comm. Rooks and Comm. Dean vote yes and Comm. Davis and Comm. Foley voted no and the MOTION CARRIED. Comm. Dean said a recommendation for additional compensation will be made by the personnel committee for Mr. Kelly Jerrels and Mr. Justin Watson.
COUNTY AGENT
Comm. Dean said the University of Florida, Cooperative Extension Service has advised that they have promoted Mr. Anthony Drew effective September 1, 1999. Comm. Dean said the promotion includes a $5,400.00 salary increase and they are requesting an assumption of $2,214.00 of this amount into the new budget for the County Extension Office. Comm. Dean said presently the county contributes 41% of Mr. Drew’s salary in addition providing the office space, pickup and gas. Comm. Dean said Mr. Drew currently provides services to Levy, Dixie, Gilchrist, Alachua, Marion and Citrus counties and some work in Suwannee and Lafayette counties. Comm. Dean moved to notify the University of Florida, Cooperative Extension Service that the county currently will not assume further expenditures. Comm. Foley seconded and the MOTION CARRIED.
Comm. Dean explained that Mr. Drew and several other employees with the County Extension Office are dual employees for the state and county in response to an inquiry by Mrs. Renata Cannon.
THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS THE MEETING ADJOURNED.
Frank Davis, Board Chairman
ATTEST:
Douglas M. McKoy, Clerk of Court