BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

SEMINOLE COUNTY, FLORIDA

October 8, 2019

 

     The following is a non-verbatim transcript of the BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS MEETING OF SEMINOLE COUNTY, FLORIDA, held at 9:30 a.m., on Tuesday, October 8, 2019, in Room 1028 of the SEMINOLE COUNTY SERVICES BUILDING at SANFORD, FLORIDA, the usual place of meeting of said Board.

     Present:

Chairman Brenda Carey (District 5)

Vice Chairman Jay Zembower (District 2)

     Commissioner Robert Dallari (District 1)

     Commissioner Lee Constantine (District 3)

     Commissioner Amy Lockhart (District 4)

     County Manager Nicole Guillet

     County Attorney Bryant Applegate

     Chief Deputy Clerk of Court & Comptroller Brent Holladay

Deputy Clerks Chariti Colón and Terri Porter

 

 

     Pastor Eugene Smith, City Church, Sanford, gave the Invocation.  Commissioner Lockhart led the Pledge of Allegiance.

BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT

The Business Spotlight video for Irvin Technologies, Inc., was presented.

AWARDS AND PRESENTATIONS

Agenda Item #1 – 2019-1643

Motion by Commissioner Zembower, seconded by Commissioner Dallari, to adopt a Proclamation recognizing Specialist 4 Adonis A. Murillo, United States Army, as Seminole County’s October 2019 Veteran of the Month.

Districts 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 voted AYE.

 

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Agenda Item #2 – 2019-1651

Motion by Commissioner Dallari, seconded by Commissioner Lockhart, to adopt a Proclamation proclaiming October 6th through October 12th as Fire Prevention Week in Seminole County.

Districts 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 voted AYE.

CONSENT AGENDA

With regard to public participation, no one in the audience spoke in support or opposition to the Consent Agenda, and public input was closed.

Nicole Guillet, County Manager, announced addition of Consent Agenda Item #31, Plat for Balmy Beach Marketplace subdivision; and Commissioner Constantine requested the item be pulled for a separate discussion.

Motion by Commissioner Dallari, seconded by Commissioner Zembower, to authorize and approve the following:

County Manager’s Office

Community Services

Business Office

 3.  Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute the Department of Health in Seminole County Integrated System of Care Agreement for Fiscal Year 2019/2020 in the amount of $100,000 to help extend services to impoverished communities in Seminole County.  (2019-1652)

 4. Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute the Florida Department of Health in Seminole County Health Services Agreement for Fiscal Year 2019/2020 in the amount of $60,000 to provide healthcare programs and services to homeless, uninsured, and underinsured residents of Seminole County.  (2019-1653)

Community Assistance

 5. Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute the Homeless Services Network of Central Florida Emergency Solutions Grant Funding Agreement for Fiscal Year 2019/2020 in the amount of $104,016 to be used for Rapid Rehousing for homeless families with minor children in Seminole County.  (2019-1654)

 6. Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute the Homeless Services Network of Central Florida - Rapid Rehousing Program Fiscal Year 2019/2020 Agreement in the amount of $60,000 which will help provide rental assistance, financial assistance, and housing location services to residents in Seminole County.  (2019-1655)

Community Development

 7. Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute the Health Council of East Central Florida Medical System of Care Agreement for Fiscal Year 2019/2020 in the amount of $120,000 which provides outpatient medical health treatment services to uninsured and underinsured residents of Seminole County for either a free or reduced-cost basis.  (2019-1658)

 8. Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute the Aspire Health Partners, Inc., Transportation Program Agreement for Fiscal Year 2019/2020 in the amount of $25,000 to help transport uninsured Seminole County residents for mental health services.  (2019-1657)

 9. Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute the Child Protection Team Services Agreement between Seminole County and Kids House of Seminole, Inc., for the provision of medical examinations by the Child Protection Team and provide financial assistance up to $250 per case for all services provided under the agreement.  (2019-1656)

 

Development Services

Planning and Development

10. Authorize the release of Performance Bond #58741230 in the amount of $22,924 for right-of-way utilization for sidewalks, paving, and curbs in relation to the Lake Mary Medical Building.  (2019-1622)

 

Environmental Services

Solid Waste Management

11.  Approve the renewal of the Non-Exclusive Franchise Agreement concerning Commercial Solid Waste Collection Services with Advanced Disposal Services Solid Waste Southeast, Inc.; Waste Pro of Florida, Inc.; and Container Rental Company, Inc., effective October 8, 2019, to September 30, 2020.  (2019-1659)

 

Public Works

Engineering

12. Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute the Seminole County/MetroPlan Orlando (Urban Area Metropolitan Planning Organization) Fiscal Year 2019/2020 Funding Agreement in the amount of $179,790.  (2019-1639)

13. Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute the Preliminary Engineering Agreement with CSX Transportation, Inc., for approximately $22,500 for the proposed sidewalk installation with pedestrian warning devices along the east side of Sanford Avenue.  (2019-1619)

 

Resource Management

Budget Division

14.  Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute appropriate Resolution #2019-R-165 amending Seminole County Administrative Code Section 20.1, Acceptance of Credit Cards, Charge Cards, Debit Cards, or Electronic Funds Transfers.  (2019-1640)

15.  Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute appropriate Resolution #2019-R-166 implementing Budget Amendment Request (BAR) #19-110 through the General Fund in the amount of $21,090 from Reserves to provide additional Design funding for the Five Points Master Plan.  (2019-1660)

16.  Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute appropriate Resolution #2019-R-167 implementing Budget Amendment Request (BAR) #20-001 through the General Fund to increase the transfer to the Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller by $177,000 for the purchase of Accounts Payable Automation Solution software that will be integrated with JD Edwards. Funding will be provided using the existing JD Edwards Upgrades project budget.  (2019-1647)

17.  Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute appropriate Resolution #2019-R-168 implementing Budget Amendment Request (BAR) #20-002 through the 2001 Infrastructure Sales Tax Fund in the amount of $500,000 from Reserves for the design of the State Road 426/County Road 419 Widening project.  (2019-1642)

31.  Consent Agenda Item number not sequential - Pulled for a separate discussion.

Districts 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 voted AYE.

Consent Agenda Item #31 – 2019-1672

Balmy Beach Marketplace Subdivision Final Plat

Commissioner Constantine stated this area was highly controversial when it first came up, and this is part of that particular plat.  The Commissioner requested a report since this item came in late.  Kathy Hammel, Planning and Development, addressed the Board and stated the recording of the final plat was part of the Development Order.  It was a condition of approval along with the final engineering and final site plan of the lots contained in the plat.  Commissioner Constantine inquired what the proposed use for the plat is.  Ms. Hammel responded it is five lots on 29.1 acres.  It has commercial uses on Lots 1, 2, 3, and 5.  And Lot 4 is the continuum of care facility.  Chairman Carey clarified this is just a plat approval, not a zoning approval.  Ms. Guillet added it is consistent with the PD rezoning the Board previously approved.

Motion by Commissioner Constantine, seconded by Commissioner Dallari, to approve the Plat for the Balmy Beach Marketplace subdivision containing five (5) lots on 20.91 acres zoned PD, Planned Development, located on the southwest corner of the intersection of State Road 436 and Balmy Beach Drive.  (2019-1672)

Districts 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 voted AYE.

Clerk & Comptroller’s Consent Agenda Item #18

Motion by Commissioner Dallari, seconded by Commissioner Zembower, to approve Expenditure Approval Lists dated September 10 and 16, 2019.  (2019-1645)

Districts 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 voted AYE.

 

Clerk & Comptroller’s “Received and Filed” Documents

1.    Florida Public Service Commission Consummating Order, #PSC-2019-0388-CO-WS, re:  Application for increase in water and wastewater rates in Charlotte, Highlands, Lake, Lee, Marion, Orange, Pasco, Pinellas, Polk, and Seminole Counties by Utilities, Inc. of Florida, Docket #20160101-WS, issued September 20, 2019.

 

2.    Florida Public Service Commission Consummating Order, #PSC-2019-0389-CO-EI, re:  Petition for approval of 2019 revisions to underground residential and commercial differential tariffs, by Florida Power & Light Company, Docket #20190081-EI, issued September 20, 2019.

 

3.    Right-Of-Way Utilization Permit Maintenance Bond (Streets, Curbs, Storm Drains) #OFL5420130 in the amount of $2,046.50 for the project known as Spring Tree Village Apartments Phase 4; Spring Tree Village Apartments II, LLC.

 

4.    Bill of Sale accepting water and sewer systems for the project known as Balmy Beach Lot 2.

 

5.    Approval Development Orders #19-30000064, 2201 East Classic Court, Dom Carbonaro; #19-30000065, 511 Enderby Road, Robert and Kathy Wootton; #19-30000066, 907 Cherokee Circle, George Clark III; #19-30000067, 1340 Monte Lane, Nelson Wellons; #19-30000068, 133 Yearling Drive, John and Dianne Pare; #19-30000070, 3974 Silverstream Terrace, Jeffrey Rouse and Valerie Bombino; #19-30000072, 206 Albrighton Court, Corliss Lynch; #19-30000074, 3761 Eagle Preserve Point, Christine Pearce; #19-30000075, 1813 Roseberry Lane, Jacqueline Cooks; #19-30000077, 111 Marcy Boulevard, Siobhain Mcardle.

 

6.    Denial Development Order #19-30000060, Lot 4A East Lake Drive, ACAM Investments, LLC.

 

7.    Pet Rescue Cooperative Service Agreement with Rescue Me Orlando – Shelter Dogs, Inc.

 

8.    Tourist Tax Funding Agreement with Prospect Wire, Inc., for Fall Classic.

 

9.    Tourist Tax Funding Agreement with Perfect Game Youth Florida, Inc., for Central Florida Kickoff.

 

10.    Tourist Tax Funding Agreement with Central Florida Soccer Alliance, Inc., for ECNL & NPL Home Games.

 

11.    Parks Contract for Services with Bruce Weaver, Joseph Santora, Kenneth Alston, and Brett Porche.

 

12.    Work Order #4 to PS-0121-15 with Singhofen & Associates, Inc.

 

13.    Work Order #8 to PS-1522-17 with Tierra, Inc.

 

14.    Work Order #15 to PS-1666-07 with Inwood Consulting Engineers.

 

15.    Work Order #3 to PS-1802-18 with Kittelson & Associates.

 

16.    Amendment #1 to Work Order #14 to PS-1832-18 with CDM Smith, Inc.

 

17.    Work Order #20 to PS-1832-18 with Tierra, Inc.

 

18.    Closeout to CC-1934-18 with Black Street Enterprises, LLC, d/b/a BSE Construction Group.

 

19.    Amendment #1 to Work Order #5 to PS-1998-18 with E. Sciences, Inc.

 

20.    Change Order #2 to CC-2034-18 with Black Street Enterprises, LLC, d/b/a BSE Construction Group.

 

21.    Closeout to CC-2092-18 with Glen Holt Aluminum, LLC.

 

22.    Amendment #2 to M-2548-19 with Asphalt Paving Systems, Inc.

 

23.    CC-2563-19 and CC-2582-19, Construction Services Agreements, with U.S. Veteran Contractors, LLC.

 

24.    CC-2602-19, Construction Services Agreement, with Black Street Enterprises, LLC, d/b/a BSE Construction Group.

 

25.    M-2641-19, Basic Agreement, with Genset Services, Inc.

 

26.    Second Amendment to RFP-602127-14, Supplemental Medical Support Services Agreement Special Needs Emergency Shelters, with Maxim Healthcare Services, Inc., d/b/a Maxim Health Services.

 

27.    Fourth Amendment to IFB-602239-15, Short-Term Rental of Equipment for Public Works Department, with Herc Rentals, Inc.

 

28.    Second Amendment to RFP-602702-16, Disaster Debris Hauling Services, with Ceres Environmental Services, Inc.

 

29.    First Amendment to RFP-602999-17, Supplemental Medical Support Services Agreement Special Needs Shelters, with Jaykay Inc., d/b/a Jaykay Staffing.

 

30.    First Amendment to IFB-603221-18, Purchase of Animal Medicine and Supplies, with Butler Animal Health Supply, LLC, d/b/a Covetrus North America.

 

31.    First Amendment to RFP-603224-18, State Legislative and Governmental Lobbying Services, with The Southern Group of Florida, Inc.

 

32.    Third Amendment to IFB-603311-18, Fire Sprinkler Inspections, Testing, Certifications, and Repairs, with Convergint Technologies, LLC.

 

33.    First Amendment to RFP-603312-18, Electronic Security and Access Control Hardware, Maintenance, and Repair Services, with Miller Electric Company.

 

34.    IFB-603555-19, Purchase of Scott Safety Air-Pak Parts for Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus, with Fisher Scientific Company, LLC.

 

35.    IFB-603563-19, Slim Microchip Animal Registry, with American Kennel Club Companion Animal Recovery Corporation.

 

36.    IFB-603565-19, Backflow Prevention, Assembly Inspection, Testing, and Repair Services, with Nils Humberg Enterprises, LLC, d/b/a Ace Flow Control.

 

37.    Bids as follows:

 

BID-603593-19 from Cornerstone Building Company;

 

CC-2392-19 from Halifax Paving, Inc.; Carr & Collier, Inc.; Southland Construction, Inc.; Southern Development & Construction, Inc.;

 

CC-2563-19 from Black Street Enterprises, LLC, d/b/a BSE Construction Group; U.S. Veterans Contractors, LLC; Linton Enterprises, Inc.; Dager Construction, Inc.; Mid-South Contractors, LLC;

 

CC-2602-19 from Black Street Enterprises, LLC, d/b/a BSE Construction Group; Linton Enterprises, Inc.; and

 

RFQ-603596-19 from Dulakis Painting, Inc.; Citrus Sandblast, LLC.

 

REGULAR AGENDA

Agenda Item #19 – 2019-1593

Wekiva Island Fall Fest 2019/Mary Sue Weinaug

Mary Robinson, Planning and Development, addressed the Board and presented the request as outlined in the agenda memorandum.  Ms. Robinson displayed and reviewed a chart entitled Request to Vary from the 2018 Planned Unit Development, Approved Development Order Conditions (received and filed).

Commissioner Lockhart inquired how staff determined this was one event.  Ms. Robinson responded the application came in with these specific dates, so they allowed it to proceed as one application.  Commissioner Lockhart stated she interprets it as three events because there are three distinct dates with breaks in between with different things going on, so she is perplexed how they are not considered three. 

Commissioner Lockhart inquired if there is a definition of what an event is.  Ms. Guillet responded the Land Development Code says no more than 14 consecutive days.  However, historically, the Board has authorized events with nonconsecutive days and classified them as one event.  There are limits on the number of days and the number of events in the provisions in the Land Development Code with regard to special events.  However, there's a caveat in there that says the Board can waive any of that and authorize additional or different standards.  Staff has looked at this as something the Board has authorized previously.  Ms. Guillet suggested it would be helpful if staff had better guidance on what the Board considers an event.

Commissioner Zembower stated Fall Fest is the same event just separate dates.  Commissioner Lockhart stated it is Island Fall Fest because that is what they titled it; and from her perspective, that is very creative and it is capitalizing on some vagueness in Board direction. 

Chairman Carey confirmed with Ms. Robinson the Applicant is allowed to have 60 days of events per the Development Order.  The Chairman inquired how many they have had so far this year.  Ms. Robinson responded they have had a total of 19 days this year with the Paint Out.  Chairman Carey confirmed with Ms. Robinson even if this event and Wekiva Winter Wonderland were continuous days, they would still have enough days.  Ms. Robinson added they would have 56 total days for the year.  Commissioner Lockhart clarified by calling them all one event, they are still within four events.  However, the Development Order restricts both the number of events and the number of days. 

Chairman Carey stated she has a bigger issue with the number of people being allowed because there was a lot of conversation previously and it was concluded that 395 people at any given time would be the maximum number.  From the feedback received from the neighbors, that number seems to be working very well. 

Ms. Guillet clarified if they made this event continuous from the end of October to the end of November and didn't count just the days of activity, the applicant would exceed their number of days once the Winter Wonderland event is added.  If you count the Paint Out, the Winter Wonderland of 28 days, and the Fall Fest as nine days, then it is 56.  If you count it as a continuous from the beginning of October to the end of November, it exceeds the 60 days. 

Upon inquiry of Commissioner Zembower, Mary Sue Weinaug, Applicant, addressed the Board and advised the amplified sound with the bullhorn will take place on October 26th at the Halloween party between 9:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m. and on November 9th at the Egg Fest between 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.

With regard to public participation, the following spoke in opposition:  Jeff Stamer, 3669 Watercrest Drive; Jill Uliano, 1044 Bearded Oaks Terrace; John Thornton, 3764, Watercrest Drive; and Andrew Mosher, 1005 Bearded Oaks Terrace.  Public speaker forms received and filed.

With regard to public participation, no one else in the audience spoke in support or opposition, and public input was closed. 

Upon inquiry from Commissioner Dallari, Ms. Robinson explained staff made the recommendation for approval because there have been no complaints this year or last year, and there were no complaints about traffic or noise filed with the sheriff's department. 

Chairman Carey confirmed with Ms. Robinson the regular allowed hours of operation on Friday and Saturday are 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. with a maximum capacity of 395 people.  Chairman Carey clarified the reason for the request is because they are asking for more people and they are asking for Sunday to be extended from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. 

Commissioner Zembower inquired how the public knows when the event has reached capacity.  Ms. Weinaug responded they put a sign up.  Ms. Weinaug clarified the request for additional capacity is to accommodate more children than adults. 

Commissioner Lockhart requested confirmation that the Applicant's permits are current and valid.  Ms. Robinson responded staff has received the updated certificate of insurance and copies of all the alcohol licenses.

Commissioner Constantine recalled the process of the residents and the Applicant coming to an agreement that led to the Development Order, and he read Section W of the Development Order into the record.  The Commissioner stated he does not think the two sides are talking as they should and that is something they need to address.  Commissioner Constantine provided an update on the status of the calming devices and stated the county engineer is still working on those studies. 

Motion by Commissioner Constantine, seconded by Commissioner Zembower, to approve Wekiva Island Fall Fest Special Event Permit for October 25, 26, and 27, 2019; November 8 and 9, 2019; and November 25, 26, 27, and 28, 2019, subject to staff’s recommendations included in the Special Event Permit with the amendment of the hours of operation on Fridays and Saturdays being from 8:00 a.m. until 11:00 p.m. with a maximum capacity of 500 persons and the hours of operation Sundays through Thursdays being from 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. with a maximum capacity of 395 persons; Mary Sue Weinaug, Applicant.

Commissioner Dallari confirmed with Ms. Weinaug she understood the motion and would be able to abide by it. 

Under discussion, Commissioner Lockhart stated she is concerned it is just a year after creating the Development Order and they are already asking for exceptions to the number of people.  The Commissioner stated allowing an exception this early on might be setting them up for failure.  Commissioner Dallari stated he believes that there will be more children than adults because this is a family-oriented event, and he believes there should be some leniency in the number. 

Commissioner Zembower stated he would prefer better clarification on the fragmentation of the dates.  It is something they owe staff to give them direction ultimately of what an event is. 

Chairman Carey confirmed with Ms. Weinaug that last year's Winter Wonderland attendance was capped at 395 and it was not an problem.  The Chairman stated she does not have an issue with the dates.  She has an issue with the capacity because they went through such pains to come to an agreement.  The Chairman advised she would not be supporting the motion because she does not support the 500. 

Districts 1, 2, and 3 voted AYE.

Districts 4 and 5 voted NAY.

Motion passes 3 to 2.

This item is reconsidered after the County Attorney’s Briefing with a motion by Commissioner Constantine and Board vote.

Agenda Item #20 – 2019-1591

Wekiva Island Winter Wonderland 2019/Mary Sue Weinaug

Ms. Robinson presented the request as outlined in the agenda memorandum.  Ms. Robinson displayed and reviewed a chart entitled Request to Vary from the 2018 Planned Unit Development, Approved Development Order Conditions (received and filed). 

With regard to public participation, the following spoke in opposition:  Jill Uliano, 1044 Bearded Oaks Terrace; John Thornton, 3764, Watercrest Drive; and Andrew Mosher, 1005 Bearded Oaks Terrace.  Public Speaker forms received and filed.

With regard to public participation, no one else in the audience spoke in support or opposition, and public input was closed.

Motion by Commissioner Constantine, seconded by Commissioner Zembower, to approve the Wekiva Island Winter Wonderland Special Event Permit for November 29 through December 25, 2019; and December 31, 2019, through January 1, 2020, subject to staff’s recommendations included in the Special Event Permit with the amendment of the hours of operation on Fridays and Saturdays being from 8:00 a.m. until 11:00 p.m. with a maximum capacity of 500 persons and the hours of operation Sundays through Thursdays being from 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. with a maximum capacity of 395 persons; Mary Sue Weinaug, Applicant.

Under Discussion, Commissioner Lockhart stated one of the things she is hearing is that staff and the Board is relying on reports to the sheriff's department of complaints, and different people have different thresholds for what they are willing to call the sheriff's department over.  Just because someone isn't going to call the sheriff's department over something that is obnoxious and unruly, because there may not be a law that's being broken, doesn't mean that everything is fine.  Commissioner Lockhart suggested if they are going to allow the latitude on the Fall Fest, there needs to be some indication that if there is trouble with the Fall Fest, Winter Fest is hanging in the balance.  She does not think it should be let's wait and talk about it for next year's application or next year's special events.  It needs to be an immediate consequence of recognizing whether 500 is a problem.  Commissioner Constantine agreed that is a great idea.  Commissioner Zembower stated he would support an amendment if Commissioner Lockhart is offering up an amendment to the motion that if there is some kind of issue with the first event they can revoke what is in the motion.

Chairman Carey stated the Commissioners' offices hear loud and clear when there are problems.  The Chairman stated she would have a concern about terminating a permit for a multiple-day event based upon what happened literally less than a week in advance.  Commissioner Lockhart clarified she was not asking to terminate the event but that the number would go back down to 395.  Chairman Carey opined if someone is trying to keep it at 395, they are going to call and complain to get the number down to 395.  Commissioner Lockhart responded if the motion is going to pass, she was just suggesting there might be some relief for the neighbors for the Winter Wonderland event if 500 ends up being a problem. 

Commissioner Constantine stated he does not have a problem with that except for the fact of what has been brought up already that this has to be a cooperative effort between both sides.  The Commissioner stated in the past, they have allowed 750.  He is hopeful the Applicant is going to be extremely careful and take due course to ensure the neighbors are satisfied and are not upset with what is happening.  Commissioner Constantine stated there is nothing that would stop the Board from coming back and reevaluating this at a different number if they start seeing this has been a problem, and it does not have to be included in today's motion.  Chairman Carey advised there is only one meeting in December and it will be very difficult to take action then. 

Districts 1, 2, and 3 voted AYE.

Districts 4 and 5 voted NAY.

Motion passes 3 to 2.

Agenda Item #21 – 2019-1644

Resolution of Support for State Road 434 Improvements

Commissioner Dallari stated the Board previously had a work session on this project.  Two weeks ago, the consultants presented to the City of Winter Springs and the City of Winter Springs supported it unanimously.  Last week, they presented to the City of Oviedo at a work session; and last night, the City of Oviedo also voted unanimously for support of this and took official action with a resolution. 

Bill Wharton, Public Works, addressed the Board and advised his presentation was going to consist of what Commissioner Dallari reported and the background as outlined in the agenda memorandum.  Ms. Guillet suggested in lieu of a presentation, staff would answer any questions, and no questions were posed.

With regard to public participation, no one in the audience spoke in support or opposition, and public input was closed.

Motion by Commissioner Dallari, seconded by Commissioner Zembower, to approve and authorize the Chairman to execute appropriate Resolution #2019-R-169 in Support of State Road 434 Improvements and the proposed short-term alternatives to State Road 434 from State Road 417 west to Franklin Street to provide operational and safety benefits.

Under Discussion, Commissioner Dallari advised that Nick Lepp, MetroPlan Orlando Director of Transportation Planning, was present and has been very helpful in this project.  He is the one helping to move dollars around from MetroPlan.  The Commissioner thanked Mr. Lepp for his work.  Commissioner Dallari stated he wants to make sure these dollars are spent appropriately.  The Commissioner confirmed with Mr. Lepp there is a 2021 time frame that the funding needs to be spent.

Districts 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 voted AYE.

COUNTY MANAGER AND STAFF BRIEFINGS

Ms. Guillet stated information regarding Fire Station 11 has been distributed to each Commissioners' office (received and filed).  She explained they have a quick time frame on this because they are trying to work with the City of Altamonte Springs to keep them on track with their redevelopment efforts.  The County has moved forward with building permits and the site plan is ready.  She wants to make sure the Board is aware of what is happening as they start moving through the formal permitting process. 

Chairman Carey inquired how they are going to develop the site plan as presented without the agreements on the retention pond that a portion of is needed.  Ms. Guillet responded they are working on those agreements in tandem with the development of the site plan and the building permits.  They are working with DOT, the Rail Commission, and the FTA on acquisition of a portion of the pond next to this site because the site is not quite wide enough.  They have gotten approval from DOT and the Rail Commission to move forward.  Nobody has any objection to a portion of that pond being utilized.  However, the FTA is requiring that sliver of land be purchased.  It is valued at about $75,000.  A quarter has already been paid into that as part of their funding agreement.  They are asking DOT to waive repayment of their quarter, DOT is considering that, and that request has been sent to DOT.  It would mean the County would have to pay the FTA $37,500.  Staff is working on resolving that issue and they expect it be resolved.  Purchase of that property will be brought back for Board approval. 

Chairman Carey stated the original anticipation when they made the deal with Altamonte was that the site would be big enough and now it is not.  She inquired if they have gone back to Altamonte and requested they help offset some of this cost.  Ms. Guillet responded they have not talked with them about that.  The site technically is big enough if they went two stories.  However, it works better if they have this additional property.  Fire Chief Mark Oakes addressed the Board and clarified the Station 13 plans could work, but there still would have been challenges.  It is better economy of scale to use the current footprint from Station 29.

Commissioner Constantine left the meeting at this time.

Chairman Carey stated she wants to make sure they are confident this is going to occur and they are going to be able to lay this station out the way it is proposed in the documents. 

Commissioner Dallari inquired if staff has had any discussion with the local FTA.  Ms. Guillet responded they have and that is how it was determined the property will need to be purchased.  Chairman Carey stated it is interesting they are requiring it to be purchased because the County is still going to continue to provide the storage in the stormwater pond.  It is just going to wrap around a different way, so nothing is being taken away from them.  Chief Oakes added they have been able to incorporate the P25 radio tower relocation into the site plan and are actually running power on the easement. 

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Ms. Guillet distributed Juvenile Assessment Center Addition; For Seminole County Sheriff's Office (received and filed) and stated they have been talking for a number of years about relocating the JAC to make it an addition to the juvenile detention center.  They are prepared to send the project out to bid for a design-build proposal now that the DJJ settlement money has been received, and the design document that was distributed will be the basis of design.  Ms. Guillet reviewed the design document and stated a budget amendment request to create a project line for this will be brought to the Board for approval at a future meeting.  The estimate in the design document, which was done five years ago, is about $2.8 million; and today they estimate it will be in the $3.5 million range. 

Commissioner Constantine reentered the meeting at this time. 

Ms. Guillet stated they received about $4 million in DJJ settlement money, and they also received $1 million the legislative session before.  They are working with the State on an amendment to that grant agreement so it can be put towards this project.  Ms. Guillet stated they would like to start moving forward and advertise unless the Board wants to slow it down a little bit and spend a little more time on it.

Commissioner Lockhart inquired if this will get the teachers out of the trailers, and Meloney Lung, Assistant County Manager, addressed the Board and responded that it will.  Commissioner Dallari inquired if there are numbers plugged in for site and stormwater.  Ms. Guillet responded the stormwater and sitework is included in the scope of services for the design-build.  Commissioner Zembower inquired if Ms. Guillet was looking for Board action, and Ms. Guillet responded she is not and they will be coming back with a BAR to make a project line.

COUNTY ATTORNEY BRIEFING

Mr. Applegate requested a motion to waive interest on a satisfaction of a Public Defender lien.

Motion by Commissioner Zembower, seconded by Commissioner Dallari, to approve and authorize the Chairman to waive interest on the Public Defender’s Lien relating to Final Judgment Assessing Attorney’s Fees and Costs in the amount of $300 in Case No. 99-0106-CFA, Eighteenth Judicial Circuit, Seminole County, Florida.

Districts 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 voted AYE.

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Mr. Applegate stated his office had previously distributed a memo regarding the status of the opioid litigation, and Seminole County is now a member of the negotiating class.  He requested Board approval for the County to remain a member in the negotiating class.

Motion by Commissioner Zembower, seconded by Commissioner Dallari, for Seminole County to remain a negotiating member in the federal class action opioid lawsuit.

Districts 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 voted AYE.

Agenda Item #19 – 2019-1593 (Reconsidered)

Wekiva Island Fall Fest 2019/Mary Sue Weinaug

Commissioner Constantine stated he would like to make a motion to reconsider Item Number 19, Wekiva Island Fall Fest 2019.  Chairman Carey stated the Applicant and public are no longer present.  She inquired if he would like to reconsider it at 1:30 so the public that was present and the Applicant can be notified to have an opportunity to come back if they would like.  Commissioner Constantine stated during the time he left the meeting, the Applicant called him and magnanimously agreed to modify the maximum capacity on the weekends for the Fall Fest from 500 to 395. 

Upon request of Chairman Carey, Mr. Applegate stated it would be preferred to have the Applicant present.  Commissioner Zembower requested clarification if the Board is being told they cannot do it.  Mr. Applegate responded the Applicant should be present to be absolutely safe.  Chairman Carey stated this item was on the regular agenda and was not a public hearing.  Commissioner Constantine was on the affirmative side and he does have the right to bring it back up, which Mr. Applegate confirmed is correct.  Chairman Carey stated the Board does have the right to consider it without public input because it was not a public hearing.  The Chairman inquired of the Board if they wanted to reconsider the item now or wait until 1:30, and the consensus was to reconsider it now.

Motion, by Commissioner Constantine, seconded by Commissioner Zembower, to approve Wekiva Island Fall Fest Special Event Permit for October 25, 26, and 27, 2019; November 8 and 9, 2019; and November 25, 26, 27, and 28, 2019, subject to staff’s recommendations included in the Special Event Permit with the amendment of the hours of operation on Fridays and Saturdays being from 8:00 a.m. until 11:00 p.m. with a maximum capacity of 395 persons and the hours of operation Sundays through Thursdays being from 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. with a maximum capacity of 395 persons; Mary Sue Weinaug, Applicant.

Districts 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 voted AYE.

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Chairman Carey recessed the meeting at 11:20 a.m., reconvening at 1:30 p.m. with all Commissioners and all other Officials, with the exception Chief Deputy Clerk of Court Brent Holladay and Deputy Clerk Chariti Colón, who was replaced by Deputy Clerk Terri Porter, who were present at the Opening Session.

PROOFS OF PUBLICATION

     Motion by Commissioner Zembower, seconded by Commissioner Constantine, to authorize the filing of the proofs of publication for this meeting's scheduled public hearings into the Official Record.

     Districts 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 voted AYE.

PUBLIC HEARINGS

 

Item #22 – 2019-1615

Seminole Avenue Right-of-Way Vacate/Julian Coto

Danalee Petyk, Planning and Zoning Division, addressed the Board to advise the Applicant has requested that the item be continued to the November 12th BCC meeting in order to work out a a drainage easement with Public Works.

Motion by Commissioner Dallari, seconded by Commissioner Lockhart, to continue to November 12, 2019 at 1:30 p.m., or as soon thereafter as possible, the request to adopt a Resolution vacating and abandoning an uncut portion of the public right-of-way known as Seminole Avenue, as recorded in Plat Book 10, Page 100 in the Public Records of Seminole County, for property located on Seminole Avenue, approximately 1,000 feet north of McCulloch Road, Oviedo; Julian Coto, Applicant.

Districts 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 voted AYE.

 

 

Item #23 – 2019-1621

Nuisance Abatement/125 Leon Street

Liz Parkhurst, Building Division, addressed the Board to present the request as outlined in the agenda memorandum.  Staff recommends that the Board issue an Order declaring the unoccupied structure a public nuisance and require corrective action be taken by November 7, 2019.  In the event the record property owner or the representative does not take said corrective action by November 7, 2019, it is recommended that the Board direct staff to abate the public nuisance.

Tamara Edwards, representative for the estate of Gwendolyn Ingram, 5560 Arnold Palmer Drive, addressed the Board stating Ms. Ingram was her mother.  Chairman Carey stated she understands that Ms. Edwards does not qualify for assistance from the County because she does not have title to the property yet.  She explained that if the County abates the property, a lien would be put against the property, and at the time Ms. Edwards would get the probate settled or she could sell the property, the lien would be settled.  Speaker Request Form was received and filed.

A Q&A period commenced between the Commissioners; Ms. Edwards; and Bob Pike, Building Official. 

Motion by Commissioner Lockhart, seconded by Commissioner Commissioner Dallari, to adopt appropriate Resolution 2019-R-170 issuing an Order to declare the existence of a Public Nuisance at 125 Leon Street, Altamonte Springs; require corrective action by November 7, 2019; and authorize necessary corrective action by the County in the event the nuisance is not abated by the record owner (Tamara Edwards, representative for the estate of Gwendolyn L. Ingram).

Districts 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 voted AYE.

 

Item #24 – 2019-1617

2020 Capital Improvements Project

Schedule Annual Update

     Mary Moskowitz, Planning and Development Division, addressed the Board to present the request as outlined in the agenda memorandum.  Staff recommends approval.

     Motion by Commissioner Dallari, seconded by Commissioner Constantine, to adopt Ordinance #2019-40 containing the 2020 Capital Improvements Project Schedule Annual Update for the Seminole County Comprehensive Plan.

     With regard to public participation, no one in the audience spoke in support or opposition, and public input was closed.

     Districts 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 voted AYE.

Item #25 – 2019-1458

Comprehensive Plan Amendments/

Expired U.S. HWY 17-92 CRA

     Jeff Hopper, Planning and Development Division, addressed the Board to present the request as outlined in the agenda memorandum.

     With regard to public participation, no one in the audience spoke in support or opposition, and public input was closed.

     Motion by Commissioner Zembower, seconded by Commissioner Dallari, to adopt Ordinance #2019-41 enacting a Large Scale Comprehensive Plan Text Amendment to amend the Future Land Use, Intergovernmental Coordination, Transportation, and Capital Improvements Elements to edit or delete text and exhibits addressing the expired U.S. Hwy. 17-92 Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA).

     Districts 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 voted AYE.

Item #26 – 2019-0027

Land Development Code Amendment/

Establish Sidewalk Fund

     Bill Wharton, Planning and Development Division, addressed the Board to present the request as outlined in the agenda memorandum.  Discussion ensued among the Commissioners and Mr. Wharton.  Chairman Carey mentioned she did not see anything in the Ordinance in connection with an appeal process.  Commissioner Lockhart wondered if the voluntary contribution by the developer was inclusive of the anticipated cost to do the grading at the time the sidewalk would be going in, which could potentially be years later.  Ms. Guillet commented that what is required to go into preparing the site will vary from site to site, so she does not think you can really quantify what the prep costs would be. 

Upon inquiry by Commissioner Zembower, Public Works Director Jean Jreij answered the purpose of this is if they have development but they do not have an adjacent sidewalk, the developer will design it and show it on the plan as a future sidewalk, and prep it and sod it and pay only for the concrete per linear foot.  For a situation like the sidewalk goes nowhere, that can be waived and it will not be prepped or considered in the future; that is a different case.  Ms. Guillet advised they cannot collect funds for a particular sidewalk project and use them elsewhere.  Further discussion ensued along with comments by the County Manager and the County Attorney Bryant Applegate.  Mr. Applegate added when an applicant is asked if they willing to voluntarily pay into a sidewalk fund where money can be used somewhere else, and they agree, that is not a legal issue.  Mr. Jreij stated if they have a development, and in that development they have no sidewalk on that street and it goes nowhere, the developer has to prep it still because if the County comes back to construct a sidewalk, they need to be able to construct it and to have the right-of-way.  That is what the fee is based upon.  Also, if they have an area where it goes nowhere, they can pay a fee and the County can use it somewhere else if they are not going to construct that sidewalk. 

Chairman Carey indicated she would like to see a sidewalk program where it is a special set of circumstances and let the sidewalk funds be able to be used anywhere in the county.  Commissioner Zembower concurred.  Commissioner Dallari said he would like to continue the item.

Motion by Commissioner Dallari, seconded by Commissioner Zembower, to continue to October 22, 2019 at 1:30 p.m., or as soon thereafter as possible, the request to consider an Ordinance amending the Land Development Code to create a Sidewalk Fund that may be used for development projects within Seminole County.

     With regard to public participation, Blaine Darrah, 1624 Cherry Ridge Drive, addressed the Board to voice his comments.  A Public Comment Form was not received, and no one in the audience spoke in regard to the continuance, so public input was closed. 

     Districts 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 voted AYE.

NON-PUBLIC HEARING ITEM

Item #27 – 2019-1600

Administrative Code Amendment/

Sidewalk Fee Schedule

     Motion by Commissioner Dallari, seconded by Commissioner Constantine, to continue to October 22, 2019, the request to consider a Resolution to amend the Seminole County Administrative Code, Section 20.10(D), Subdivision Regulations, to add subparagraph (14), Sidewalk Fund Fee, as administered by the Public Works Department, to establish a fee schedule for the Sidewalk Fund.

     Districts 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 voted AYE.

PUBLIC HEARINGS (CONTINUED)

Item #28 – 2019-0040

Red Ember Estates PD Rezone/Raymond Harrison

     Ms. Petyk presented the request as outlined in the agenda memorandum and advised staff recommends approval of this item.

     Charlie Madden, Madden Moorhead and Stokes, addressed the Board to state he is here representing the contract purchaser which is the Delaney Land Company (Raymond Harrison).  He displayed aerial maps (received and filed) and made a presentation. 

     With regard to public participation, the following spoke in opposition:  Nick Zirillo, 2272 Red Ember Road (photos and maps received and filed); and Tina Crampton, 1021 California Creek Drive.  No one else in the audience spoke in support or opposition, and public input was closed.  Public Comment Forms were received and filed.

     Mr. Madden submitted a document from County Engineering regarding traffic counts (received and filed) and provided his rebuttal.  Chairman Carey confirmed with Ms. Petyk that this is not a parcel in the rural area.  Commissioner Dallari confirmed that this area has a future land use of 4 units per acre and stated this applicant is asking for 2.31 units per acre.

     Motion by Commissioner Dallari, seconded by Commissioner Zembower, to adopt Ordinance #2019-42 enacting a Rezone from A-1 (Agriculture) to PD (Planned Development) and approve the associated Development Order and Master Plan for 45.49 acres, located on the east side of Old Lockwood Road, approximately one-half mile south of Lockwood Boulevard; Raymond Harrison, Applicant.

     Districts 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 voted AYE.

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     All five Commissioners submitted ex parte communications into the record.

 

 

 

Item #29 – 2019-0041

Contemporary Womens Care SSFLU Map Amendment

and RP Rezone/Dr. Pamela Snook Fawsett

 

Ms. Petyk presented the request as outlined in the agenda memorandum and advised staff received one letter of support.  Staff recommends approval.

It was determined that the applicant was in attendance but did not wish to address the Board.

     With regard to public participation, no one in the audience spoke in support or opposition, and public input was closed.

     Motion by Commissioner Lockhart, seconded by Commissioner Constantine, to adopt Ordinance #2019-43 enacting a Small Scale Future Land Use Map Amendment from Medium Density Residential and Low Density Residential to Office; and adopt the associated Ordinance #2019-44 enacting a Rezone from RP (Residential Professional) and R-1 (Single Family Dwelling) to RP (Residential Professional) for a medical office on approximately 0.84 acres, located on the southeast corner of Howell Branch Road and Lakemont Avenue; Dr. Pamela Snook Fawsett, Applicant.

     Districts 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 voted AYE.

Item #30 – 2019-1597

Educational and Child Care Facilities

Land Development Code Amendment

 

     Ms. Moskowitz advised one letter of support was already distributed and staff recommends adoption of the Ordinance.

     With regard to public participation, Randall Morris, 323 W. Trotters Drive, spoke in support.  His Public Comment Form was received and filed.  Public Comment Forms were also received from Michelle Nunez, 5804 Dean Road; and Joe MacLaren, 1606 White Cloud Court, (Galileo School) who were in attendance to answer any questions.  No one else in the audience spoke in support or opposition, and public input was closed. 

     Motion by Commissioner Zembower, seconded by Commissioner Dallari, to adopt Ordinance #2019-45 amending the Land Development Code to update definitions related to Educational and Child Care Facilities, including adding an Elementary School definition, which will include Kindergarten and Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten as part of the definition.

     Districts 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 voted AYE.

COUNTY MANAGER’S REPORT

Nicole Guillet, County Manager, advised she reached out to the County Manager in Volusia County in relation to SunRail as requested in the last meeting.  The concept that Volusia County wants to pull out of SunRail has been overstated.  They are concerned about the construction of the Deland Station, and they don’t have any interest in having that station developed at this time.  The State has come up with $34 million to construct the station, but Volusia has concerns, in part because they do not believe that that will be enough money.  Their funding share when the station is constructed is a $19.5 million commitment and they are not prepared to move forward at this time.  They are committed to remaining a SunRail funding partner with respect to the DeBary Station and meeting their commitment with regard to that when it is turned back over to the local governments to fund.  If they moved forward with the SunRail agreement in absence of the Deland station, the impact to Seminole’s operating cost would be about $200,000 a year in the scheme of $8 million plus.  Commissioner Dallari noted the maintenance of the rail between the two stations has not been addressed yet.  If they do go to Deland, the cost to the County goes down, and if they don’t, the cost goes up.  Chairman Carey stated as they get to the end of the SunRail conversation where they have to start making some decisions and they know what others are doing, there will need to be a briefing update on where they are at, what they need to do and what the recommendations are.  Commissioner Dallari commented that there has been some dialogue that the seven years does not start until the system is complete, and the system is not complete until you go from Poinciana to Deland.

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Ms. Guillet reported on the situation with the water tower in Casselberry.  The City is looking for ways to incentivize Verizon to move a little more quickly on moving the antenna off the tower so they can take down the tower.  Commissioner Lockhart recommended the County Manager write a letter to Verizon on behalf of the Board encouraging them to get the issue resolved.  The Board agreed.

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Ms. Guillet advised they will be hosting the Mayors and Managers meeting and she put the Interlocal Agreement with the School Board on the agenda.  They want to talk to the managers at the meeting about how this may affect their cities.

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Ms. Guillet talked about a few things they are working on in the Building Division.  There were some changes to the Private Provider Ordinance during the last legislative session in connection with building inspections and plans review.  They are trying to look at what the administrative costs will look like.  They will be bringing something forward soon for the Board’s approval.  She also discussed staffing and building permit fees.

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Ms. Guillet advised they received re-accreditation for their Parks program.  She congratulated staff.

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Ms. Guillet noted they are having a rabies clinic and in association with that, they are going to have a “domestic animal shot day” for employees’ pets.

COUNTY ATTORNEY’S REPORT

Mr. Applegate reported he has been asked to speak to the Brevard County Bar Association on “Baseball and Ethics.”

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Mr. Applegate advised the Circuit Court in Palm Beach held that the three-minute rule was valid for public speaking.  The Circuit Court in Leon County determined that the penalties in the firearm preemption bill are unconstitutional. 

DISTRICT REPORTS

District 1

     Commissioner Dallari stated they launched “Best Foot Forward” and thanked the Sheriff’s Department and the School District along with staff members that participated.  He also thanked Commissioner Lockhart for attending.

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     Motion by Commissioner Dallari, seconded by Commissioner Zembower, to appoint Jennell Ferrer and Steve Nelson to the Natural Lands/Parks working group.

     Districts 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 voted AYE.

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     Commissioner Dallari requested that three girls’ youth traveling softball teams from Oviedo and the County who won 1st, 3rd, and 4th places in the World Series be acknowledged in front of the Board.  Chairman Carey asked that someone from Parks and Recreation follow up on that.

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     Commissioner Dallari requested status on the markers in the rural area and the noise ordinance.

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     Commissioner Dallari stated Calvin Landers, a County employee, was in a fatal car accident and expressed condolences to his family and co-workers.

District 3

     Commissioner Constantine reported on past and future events throughout the county. 

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     Commissioner Constantine talked about the disabled veteran parking signs idea that was brought to him by a veteran.  Ms. Guillet replied they have not yet assessed what they have available in the parking lot and noted they do have the Purple Heart sign posted.  He asked that it be expedited.

District 4

Commissioner Lockhart stated she has four recommendations for Rescue Outreach Mission board members.  Two stakeholders that they have in this community are the Sheriff’s Department and the School District; both entities rely heavily on that being a well-functioning shelter.  The Sheriff’s Office would like to appoint Chief Lisa Spriggs, their CFO, and Chief Laura Bedard, the Chief of the jail who interacts with Rescue Outreach Mission regularly.  The School District talked with Dr. Walt Griffin, Superintendent, and he said it would be very helpful for them if they could have Amy Elwood from their social worker team be a part of that in addition to one of the School Board members that could be a counterpart to Commissioner Zembower.  She noted there is a lot of benefit to having those two stakeholders have representation on that board with a lot of different community resources available to them.  The Commissioners gave their opinions in regard to the makeup of the Mission board. 

Chairman Carey stated she has been looking for a turnaround team and as Commissioner Lockhart stated, it is not an easy task. 

Motion by Commissioner Lockhart, seconded by Commissioner Dallari, to appoint to the Rescue Outreach Mission board, one representative from the Sheriff’s Office and one member representative from the School District, and staff member Amy Elwood as the backup.

Chairman Carey suggested a friendly amendment to appoint Chief Lisa Spriggs from the Sheriff’s Office and the School Board member, whoever they decide, and Chief Laura Bedard and Amy Elwood as alternates.

Commissioners Lockhart and Dallari agreed to the amendment.

Districts 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 voted AYE.

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Commissioner Lockhart stated now that they are at a point that they are not at a flashpoint and they are not bargaining with any unit, she would like to have Paul Carland from Seminole State Board of Trustees, the in-house counsel at the college and a subject-matter expert on interest-based bargaining, come and do a presentation for this Board.  She suggested inviting the Fire Department so they are all on the same page.  She added interest-based bargaining requires two willing parties, and from conversations she has had with Chief Oakes and Chief Kinley and some other members of the union, there is interest.

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Commissioner Lockhart noted they receive revisions to the BCC agenda in different formats and it is hard to tell which is most current.  Discussion ensued regarding the need for a date and time stamp for revisions to the agenda.  Chairman Carey added it would also help to have a reason for the revisions. 

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Commissioner Lockhart talked about her visit to the Information Services Department and James Garoutsos’ team.  Chairman Carey mentioned as a reminder to the County Manager that they had a program where employees could purchase excess computers and asked whether there an opportunity to go back to that program.

District 2

Motion by Commissioner Zembower, seconded by Commissioner Dallari, to approve appropriate Resolutions #2019-R-171 in appreciation for service by Dena Chaudoin on the Historical Commission; #2019-R-172 for Margaret Wells on the Library Advisory Board; and #2019-R-173 for Barbara Hilderbrand on the Historical Commission.

Districts 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 voted AYE.

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Motion by Commissioner Zembower, seconded by Commissioner Dallari, to appoint John Horan and Grey Wilson to the Natural Lands/Parks working group (Referendum Ad Hoc Committee).

Districts 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 voted AYE.

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Motion by Commissioner Zembower, seconded by Commissioner Dallari, to appoint Daniel E. Sherman to the Library Advisory Board.

Districts 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 voted AYE.

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Motion by Commissioner Zembower, seconded by Commissioner Dallari, to appoint Jamie Ross as a hotelier to the Tourism Development Council.

Districts 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 voted AYE.

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Commissioner Zembower reported that he attended the Central Florida Beef Council dinner at the Yarborough Ranch.  Cattlemen are looking here, as well as statewide, at the increase in non-beef, plant-based meats in our diets that people may or may not understand they are getting from some of the fast foods.  They are pursuing legislation to truly identify and get disclosure to the consumer of what is beef and what is not beef.  Also, a new technology that has been deployed across the country and Florida, as one of the calf-producing champions throughout the country, is an origin electronic tracker.  So now every head of cattle will have electronic tracking to know where it came from to protect the health of the public.

Commissioner Zembower stated they continue to struggle in the state; they are having quite the conversation with South Florida Water Management District impacting some of their availability to water on some of the ranches.  They anticipate that is also going to be a bigger problem as things progress northward in the state.  They will be working very closely with local governments and water management districts to ensure their herds are able to get the water they need, but to also ensure they are good stewards of the land and not impacting water quality as well.

District 5

     Chairman Carey reported on the Sanford Airport passenger count.

CHAIRMAN’S REPORT

     Motion by Chairman Carey, seconded by Commissioner Zembower, to appoint Louis Tarantino, owner of Carpet Source of Winter Park, to the Rescue Outreach Mission board to help in the turnaround process. 

Chairman Carey noted that Mr. Tarantino has offered to put in a new classroom floor for them in one of the facilities where they need some improvements.

Districts 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 voted AYE.

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Chairman Carey indicated she needs this Board’s approval to forward a recommendation to the City of Sanford to reappoint Brian Volk to the Sanford CRA for another four-year term.

Motion by Commissioner Zembower, seconded by Commissioner Dallari, to recommend the City of Sanford reappoint Brian Volk to the Sanford CRA for another four-year term.

Districts 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 voted AYE.

     Discussion was had in connection with further appointments to the TDC and those needed to be made by CALNO.

COMMUNICATIONS AND/OR REPORTS AS

RECEIVED FROM THE CHAIRMAN’S OFFICE

The following Communications and/or Reports were received and filed:

1.      Two postcards received September 23, 2019 from Alex Setzer; one for Native Plant Ordinance and one for Land Buying Referendum.

 

2.      Letter dated September 6, 2019 to BCC from Jean Vansmith, Executive Director of The Foundation for Seminole County Public Schools RE: thank you for donation of $1,206.00.

 

3.      Letter and attachments dated September 26, 2019 from James Stansbury, Florida Department of Economic Opportunity RE: comprehensive plan amendment No. 19-03ESR.  C:  Rebecca Hammock; Hugh Harling, Jr., ECFRPC.

 

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There being no further business to come before the Board, the Chairman declared the meeting adjourned at 3:40 p.m., this same date.

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