BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

SEMINOLE COUNTY, FLORIDA

OCTOBER 14, 2014

 

     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 14, 2014, in Room 1028 of the SEMINOLE COUNTY SERVICES BUILDING at SANFORD, FLORIDA, the usual place of meeting of said Board.

     Present:

     Chairman Robert Dallari (District 1)

Vice Chairman Brenda Carey (District 5)

     Commissioner John Horan (District 2)

     Commissioner Lee Constantine (District 3)

     Commissioner Carlton Henley (District 4)

     Clerk of Circuit Court & Comptroller Maryanne Morse (late)

     Acting County Manager Nicole Guillet

     County Attorney Bryant Applegate

     Deputy Clerk Jane Spencer

 

     Pastor Matt Wallis, Holy Cross Lutheran Church, Lake Mary, gave the Invocation.

     Commissioner Constantine led the Pledge of Allegiance.

BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT

The Business Spotlight video for The Mortgage Firm was presented. 

Clerk of Court Maryanne Morse entered the meeting at this time.

AWARDS AND PRESENTATIONS

Motion by Commissioner Horan, seconded by Commissioner Carey, to adopt a Proclamation, as shown on page ________, proclaiming October 13, 2014 as “Pink October Breast Cancer Awareness Day" in Seminole County.

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

The Proclamation was presented to Dr. Marc Silberbusch, Chairman of Radiology, and Kristin Hickey, Manager of Radiology, at South Seminole Hospital.  Dr. Silberbusch addressed the Board to express his appreciation. 

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Motion by Commissioner Carey, seconded by Commissioner Henley, to adopt a Proclamation, as shown on page ________, proclaiming October 2014 as “Domestic Violence Awareness Month" in Seminole County.

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

The Proclamation was presented to Jeanne Gold, Chief Executive Officer with SafeHouse, who addressed the Board to express her appreciation.

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Chairman Dallari recessed the meeting of the Board of County Commissioners at 9:48 a.m., and convened as the U.S. Highway 17-92 Community Redevelopment Agency.

U.S. HWY 17-92 CRA

Chairman Dallari confirmed with Nicole Guillet, Acting County Manager, that the funding request from Seminole County to replace span‑wire traffic signals with mast‑arm traffic signals at the intersections of U.S. Hwy 17‑92 and SR 434, Airport Boulevard, SR 417, 27th Street, Park Avenue, 25th Street, 20th Street, and 15th Street, at a cost to the CRA not to exceed $2,375,521 has been pulled from the agenda.

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With regard to Public Participation, no one in the audience spoke in support or in opposition to Items #3 through #7 and Public input was closed.

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     Sonia Fonseca, U.S. 17-92 CRA Program Manager, presented the request to approve an Agreement awarding a U.S. Hwy 17‑92 CRA Mini‑Grant to Florida Auto Auction Properties, LLC for resealing and restriping of the parking lot on the property located at 2800 N. U.S. Hwy 17‑92 in the amount of $5,000 as outlined in the Agenda Memorandum.  Ms. Fonseca noted that the Technical Advisory Committee (TAC), the Redevelopment Planning Agency (RPA), and staff have recommended approval.

Motion by Commissioner Horan, seconded by Commissioner Henley, to approve an Agreement, as shown on page _______, awarding a U.S. Hwy 17‑92 CRA Mini‑Grant to Florida Auto Auction Properties, LLC for resealing and restriping of the parking lot on the property located at 2800 N. U.S. Hwy 17‑92 in the amount of $5,000; and adopt appropriate Resolution #2014-R-189, as shown on page _______, implementing Budget Amendment Request (BAR) #15‑001 providing funding from the 17‑92 CRA Fund, Contingency Reserve for Mini‑Grants.

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

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Ms. Fonseca presented the request to approve an Agreement awarding a U.S. Hwy 17‑92 CRA Mini‑Grant to Longwood Lincoln‑Mercury, Inc. for resealing and restriping of the parking lot on the property located at 3505 N. U.S. Hwy 17‑92 in the amount of $3,500 as outlined in the Agenda Memorandum.  Ms. Fonseca noted that the Technical Advisory Committee (TAC), the Redevelopment Planning Agency (RPA), and staff have recommended approval.

Motion by Commissioner Carey, seconded by Commissioner Henley, to approve an Agreement, as shown on page _______, awarding a U.S. Hwy 17‑92 CRA Mini‑Grant to Longwood Lincoln‑Mercury, Inc. for resealing and restriping of the parking lot on the property located at 3505 N. U.S. Hwy 17‑92 in the amount of $3,500; and adopt appropriate Resolution #2014-R-190, as shown on page _______, implementing Budget Amendment Request (BAR) #15‑002 providing funding from the 17‑92 CRA Fund, Contingency Reserve for Mini‑Grants.

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

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     Ms. Fonseca presented the funding request from Seminole County for design and construction of a left-turn lane at the intersection of Spartan Road and U.S. Hwy 17‑92 at a cost not to exceed $375,000, as outlined in the Agenda Memorandum.  Ms. Fonseca noted that the Technical Advisory Committee (TAC), the Redevelopment Planning Agency (RPA), and staff have recommended approval. 

Motion by Commissioner Horan, seconded by Commissioner Carey, to approve a funding request from Seminole County for design and construction of a left-turn lane at the intersection of Spartan Road and U.S. Hwy 17‑92 at a cost not to exceed $375,000; and adopt appropriate Resolution #2014-R-191, as shown on page _______, implementing Budget Amendment Request (BAR) #15‑005 providing funding from the 17‑92 CRA Fund, Reserve for Contingency ‑ Project Reserves.

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

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     Ms. Fonseca presented the funding request by Seminole County to upgrade Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) standard street lights to decorative street lights on U.S. Hwy 17‑92, between Lake Mary Boulevard and Shepard Road, at a cost not to exceed $400,000 as outlined in the Agenda Memorandum.  Ms. Fonseca noted that the Technical Advisory Committee (TAC), the Redevelopment Planning Agency (RPA), and staff have recommended approval.  

Commissioner Carey commented that when she met with staff for the briefing, they discussed LED lighting.  She stated that staff is going to check with FDOT.  She noted that the cost of LED lighting in the last year and a half has dropped dramatically and the recovery time is about two and a half years.  LED lighting is more efficient; and as technology changes and this lighting becomes available, she hopes staff will look at that before they "let" this contract. 

Chairman Dallari stated that if there is Board consensus, they will ask the County Manager to ensure that any time the County is doing a roadway project, staff will look at the possibility of LED.  No objections were voiced.  Ms. Guillet advised she has gotten a "thumbs up" from Public Works.

Motion by Commissioner Henley, seconded by Commissioner Horan, to approve a funding request by Seminole County to upgrade Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) standard street lights to decorative street lights on U.S. Hwy 17‑92, between Lake Mary Boulevard and Shepard Road, at a cost not to exceed $400,000; and to adopt appropriate Resolution #2014-R-192, as shown on page _______, implementing Budget Amendment Resolution (BAR) #15‑004 providing funding from the 17‑92 CRA Fund, Reserve for Contingencies ‑ Planned Projects.

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

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     Ms. Fonseca presented the request to approve Work Order #1, Oxford Place at Fern Park Redevelopment Implementation, Task #2 (as requested by Seminole County for the overlay district) under RFP‑8721‑13‑/DRR, Master Services Agreement General Planning and Urban Development with Vanasse Hangen Brustlin, Inc. d/b/a VHB MillerSellen of Orlando in the amount of $25,105 (Work Order Total $222,215) as outlined in the Agenda Memorandum.  Ms. Fonseca noted that the Technical Advisory Committee (TAC), the Redevelopment Planning Agency (RPA), and staff have recommended approval.

Motion by Commissioner Horan, seconded by Commissioner Henley, to approve Work Order #1, as shown on page _______, Oxford Place at Fern Park Redevelopment Implementation, Task #2 (as requested by Seminole County for the overlay district) under RFP‑8721‑13/DRR, Master Services Agreement General Planning and Urban Development with Vanasse Hangen Brustlin, Inc. d/b/a VHB MillerSellen of Orlando in the amount of $25,105 (Work Order Total $222,215); authorize the Purchasing & Contracts Division to execute the Work Order; and adopt appropriate Resolution #2014-R-193, as shown on page _______, implementing Budget Amendment Request (BAR) #15‑009 providing funding from the 17‑92 CRA fund, Reserve for Contingency ‑ Future Planned Projects.

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

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Chairman Dallari adjourned the meeting of the U.S. Highway 17-92 Community Redevelopment Agency at 9:50 a.m., and reconvened the meeting as the Board of County Commissioners.

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With regard to Public Participation, no one in the audience spoke in support or in opposition to Items #8 through #49 and Public input was closed.

 

COUNTY MANAGER’S CONSENT AGENDA

     Nicole Guillet, Acting County Manager, advised that under the Consent Agenda staff is pulling from the agenda Item #17, Approval of the Seminole County/Orlando Lake Forest Joint Venture Agreement, and Item #41, Approval of Budget Amendment Request for consultant services provided under Work Order #1, Oxford Place at Fern Park Redevelopment Implementation, RFP-8721-13/DDR.  She noted that under the County Attorney’s Agenda, there is an add-on, Item 50A, County Manager Employment Agreement.

     Motion by Commissioner Horan, seconded by Commissioner Carey, to authorize and approve the following:

     County Manager’s Office

     Business Office

8.  Approve travel and mileage reimbursement to Commissioner Carlton Henley for miscellaneous travel from July 2014 through September 2014.

Economic Development Division

 9.  Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute a Pledge commitment, as shown on page _______, to the Foundation for Seminole State College of Florida, Inc., in the amount of $150,000, for services provided through the Seminole State College Small Business Development Center located at the Port of Sanford. (Foundation for Seminole State College of Florida, Inc.) 

 

Community Services

Business Office

10.  Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute the Satisfactions of Mortgage, as shown on page _______, for households assisted under the County's HOME/SHIP Home Ownership Assistance Program, the Rehabilitation Assistance Program or the Reconstruction Assistance Program for the following:  Kelly Ann Brummer, Velma J. Carter, Bertha E. Gordon, David C. Lerch and Linda S. Lerch, Paulette Rothlisberger, Martha Valderrama, Frank Weatherspoon, and Elizabeth A. Malo, (Reimbursed).

Community Assistance Division 

11.  Approve the recommended funding allocations for FY 2014‑2015 Community Services Agency (CSA) Partnership Grant Funds in the amount of $700,000 for the following agencies:  IMPOWER, SafeHouse, Meals on Wheels, Kids House of Seminole, Catholic Charities, Christian Sharing Center, Early Learning Coalition, Recovery House, Boystown, Boys & Girls Club, Safehouse YANA Project, Foundation of Seminole County Public Schools, Seminole County Bar Association, and The Grove Counseling Center; and authorize the Chairman to execute the CSA Agency Agreements upon agency execution.

12.  Approve and authorize staff to hire a Case Manager for the Shelter Plus Care (S+C) Program on a temporary basis, to meet the needs of the Community Services Department by providing comprehensive case management services for chronically homeless households in Seminole County.

Community Development Division

13.  Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute the Seminole County Coalition for School Readiness Inc. Subrecipient Agreement, as shown on page _______, for Program Year 2014‑2015.

14.  Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute the Seminole County/Midway‑Canaan Community Water Association, Inc. CDBG Subrecipient Agreement, as shown on page _______, Program Years 2009‑2010, 2012‑2013, 2013‑2014, 2014‑2015, and 2015‑2016 to improve the water system within the Midway Community.

15.  Approve and authorize staff to hire a Neighborhood Stabilization Program Construction Project Manager 1 on a temporary basis, to meet the NSP deadlines and oversee NSP construction projects for the Community Services Department.

16.  Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute the Seminole County/Recovery House of Central Florida Inc. ESG Subrecipient Agreement, as shown on page _______, for Program Year 2014‑2015 to assist with operating and maintenance costs for the emergency shelter facility.

 

Development Services

Business Office

17.  Pulled from Agenda request to approve the Seminole County/Orlando Lake Forest Joint Venture Agreement refunding excess Impact Fee credits in the amount of two hundred fourteen thousand seven hundred thirty‑five dollars and nineteen cents ($214,735.19), Orlando Lake Forest Joint Venture.

 

Planning & Development Division

18.  Authorize the Chairman to execute the Release of Lien, as shown on page _______, for Case No. 10‑128‑CEB, on 213 Jasmine Lane, Longwood, Tax Parcel #03‑21‑29‑511‑0B00‑0220, previously owned by Thomas R. Burns and currently owned by Christensen Financial, Inc.

19.  Authorize the Chairman to execute the Release of Lien, as shown on page _______, for Code Enforcement Board Case No. 12‑68‑CEB, at 1053 Willow Grove Street, Altamonte Springs, Tax Parcel #01‑21‑29‑5CK‑0H00‑0050, previously owned by Russell H. Cullen, III and currently owned by Deutsche Bank Trust Company   

 

Environmental Services

Solid Waste Management Division

20.  Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity, as shown on page _______, for Pronto Dumpsters, LLC, effective from October 1, 2014 through September 30, 2015.

21.  Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity, as shown on page _______, for Trademark Metals Recycling LLC, effective from October 1, 2014 through September 30, 2015.

22.  Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity, as shown on page _______, for Perma‑Fix of Florida, Inc., effective from October 1, 2014 through September 30, 2015.

23.  Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity, as shown on page _______, for EQ Florida, Inc., effective from October 1, 2014 through September 30, 2015.

24.  Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity, as shown on page _______, for A1 Assets, Inc., effective from October 1, 2014 through September 30, 2015.

25.  Approve renewal of Non‑Exclusive Franchise Agreement for Commercial Solid Waste Collection Service with Progressive Waste Solutions of FL, Inc. from October 1, 2014 to September 30, 2015.

 

Leisure Services

Business Office

26.  Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute an Agreement, as shown on page _______, between Seminole County and United Arts of Central Florida, Inc. in the amount of $130,132 reflecting $.301879 per capita funding as part of the 2014/2015 budget.

Tourism Development Division

27.  Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute an Agreement, as shown on page _______, with Central Florida Zoological Society, Inc. in the amount of $225,000 for FY 2014/15 for marketing, advertising, maintenance, enhancements, and repairs and improvements.

 

Public Safety

Business Office

28.  Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute appropriate Resolution #2014-R-194, as shown on page _______, providing a division and renaming of Elder Road to North Elder Road and South Elder Road.

29.  Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute appropriate Resolution #2014-R-195, as shown on page _______, providing a division and renaming of Henderson Lane to North Henderson Lane and South Henderson Lane.

30.  Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute appropriate Resolution #2014-R-196, as shown on page _______, renaming York Court to East York Court.

31.  Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute appropriate Resolution #2014-R-197, as shown on page _______, renaming Antietam Court to West Antietam Court.

32.  Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute appropriate Resolution #2014-R-198, as shown on page _______, renaming Wyndham Court to East Wyndham Court.

33.  Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute appropriate Resolution #2014-R-199, as shown on page _______, renaming Eden Park Avenue to Eden Park Road.

34.  Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute appropriate Resolution #2014-R-200, as shown on page _______, providing a division and renaming Faith Terrace to East Faith Terrace and West Faith Terrace.

    

Public Works

Engineering Division 

35.  Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute an Interlocal Agreement, as shown on page _______, between Seminole County and the City of Oviedo relating to jurisdictional road transfer of Lee Avenue and Allendale Drive.

 

Resource Management

Business Office

36.  Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute a Subrecipient Agreement, as shown on page _______, with the 18th Judicial Circuit Court for the operation of the FY 14 Adult Drug Court Discretionary Grant Program, Veterans Treatment Court Implementation, awarded to Seminole County by the Department of Justice.

37.  Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute Amendment #1, as shown on page _______, to the Aspire Health Partners Subrecipient Agreement to provide services to residents of Seminole County through the Florida Department of Children and Families ‑ Criminal Justice, Mental Health and Substance Abuse Reinvestment Grant Program.

Budget and Fiscal Management Division

38.  Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute appropriate Resolution #2014-R-201, as shown on page _______, implementing Budget Amendment Request (BAR) #14‑117 through the Public Works Grants Fund in the amount of $116,508 to recognize additional grant funding for the construction phase of the SR 46 at Jungle Road/Rest Haven Intersection Improvements project.  FPN# 432141‑1‑58/68‑01.

39.  Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute appropriate Resolution #2014-R-202, as shown on page _______, implementing Budget Amendment Request (BAR) #15‑006 through the Natural Lands Donation Fund to reallocate $9,600 of operating budget for the construction of the Aquatic Turtle Habitat project in the Nature Center for educational purposes.

40.  Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute appropriate Resolution #2014-R-203, as shown on page _______, implementing Budget Amendment Request (BAR) #15‑007 through the BCC Projects Fund in the amount of $250,000 to recognize revenue and establish budget for the Moore's Station Soccer Complex funding provided by Orlando City Soccer Club.

41.  Pulled from Agenda request to approve a Resolution implementing Budget Amendment Request (BAR) #15‑008 appropriating $197,110 from General Fund Reserves to Planning and Development for consultant services provided under Work Order #1, Oxford Place at Fern Park Redevelopment Implementation, RFP‑8721‑13/DRR‑Master Services Agreement General Planning and Urban Development with Vanassee Hangen Brustlin, Inc. d/b/a VHB MillerSellen of Orlando.

Purchasing & Contracts Division

42.  Award CC‑9575‑14/RTB, Construction Services Agreement, as shown on page _______, for Midway Utilities Replacement, Phase I, in the amount of $1,147,426.02 to Young's Communication Co., Inc., of Melbourne; and authorize the Purchasing & Contracts Division to execute the Agreement.   

43.  Award CC‑9706‑14/RTB, Construction Services Agreement, as shown on page _______, for Lake Sylvan Outfall Improvements in the amount of $429,650 to Gregori Construction, Inc., of Titusville; and authorize the Purchasing & Contracts Division to execute the Agreement.

44.  Award CC‑9753‑14/AMM, Construction Services Agreement, as shown on page _______, for Boat Ramp Dock Improvements in the amount of $236,300 to Construct Co., Inc., of Orlando; and authorize the Purchasing & Contracts Division to execute the Agreement

45.  Award IFB‑602046‑14/GMG, Term Contract, as shown on page _______, for the Sale of Dirt Fill Material to Al Bailey Trucking, Orlando; and authorize the Purchasing & Contracts Division to execute the Agreement

46.  Award RFP‑602044‑14/LJS, Agreement, as shown on page _______, for Performance Measuring Software (Fire Intelligence Incident Module) and annual subscription support and maintenance to VineLight Business Intelligence, La Vista, NE; and authorize the Purchasing & Contracts Division to issue Purchase Orders on an annual basis.

47.  Award RFP‑602075‑14/BJC, Collection Services Agreement, as shown on page _______, to Penn Credit Corporation, Harrisburg, PA; and authorize the Purchasing & Contracts Division to execute the agreement.

48.  Award SS‑602107‑14/BJC, Maintenance Agreement, as shown on page _______, for County‑wide Communications System in the six-year total agreement amount of $7,352,029 (funded annually) to Motorola Solutions, Inc. of Schaumburg; and authorize the Purchasing & Contracts Division to execute the Agreement.

49.  Approve Work Order #1, as shown on page _______, Oxford Place at Fern Park Redevelopment Implementation under RFP‑8721‑13‑/DRR, Master Consultant Services Agreement General Planning and Urban Development with Vanasse Hangen Brustlin, Inc. d/b/a VHB MillerSellen of Orlando in the amount of $222,215; and authorize the Purchasing & Contracts Division to execute the Work Order.  

 

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

 

COUNTY ATTORNEY’S AGENDA

     Bryant Applegate, County Attorney, explained that this is a request for the Board’s approval for Seminole County to agree to the dismissal of the Medicaid Contribution Lawsuit that was filed by a number of counties throughout the state of Florida in 2012 over the dispute with Medicaid collections.  Mr. Applegate reviewed the history of the lawsuit.

     With regard to Public Participation, no one in the audience spoke in support or in opposition to this item and Public input was closed.

Motion by Commissioner Horan, seconded by Commissioner Henley, to approve the dismissal with prejudice of the Medicaid Contribution Lawsuit, Alachua County, et al v. Dudek, et al., Case No.: 2012-CA-1328 (Fla. 2nd Cir. Ct.).

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

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Mr. Applegate presented the County Manager Employment Contract between Seminole County and Nicole Guillet and advised he has distributed copies of the proposed contract for the Board’s consideration.

Commissioner Henley explained that before meeting to begin to negotiate an agreement, they were able to get copies of the compensation packages for Lake County, Volusia County, Brevard County, Osceola County, Collier County, and Sarasota County.  He pointed out that the compensation that has been recommended is slightly more than two of the counties but less than four of the counties.  He believes it is a fair amount and recommends approval.  Chairman Dallari thanked Commissioner Henley for spending the time to negotiate this with not just the County Manager but also with the County Attorney.

With regard to Public Participation, no one in the audience spoke in support or in opposition to this item and Public input was closed.

Commissioner Carey thanked Commissioner Henley for the time that he spent in doing the research to come to his conclusion and she stated she supports the salary that he recommends.  She explained there are two issues she has discussed with the County Manager that she would like to bring up for the Board's consideration.  The first one is in Section 2 where it talks about salary.  She stated she really believes the County's top management should be paid for their performance and the agreement states that annually there will be a review of that.  Rather than have the Manager included in any across-the-board raise, she would like the Board to consider it on an annual basis; and if they decide to include her, they certainly have the right to do that.

Regarding the severance package, Commissioner Carey commented that the last two contracts they have had with the County Manager and the County Attorney contained a four-month severance package.  She stated she has discussed both of these items with the County Manager and she is agreeable to those two changes.  She questioned if the Board will concur with those two recommended changes.  Commissioner Henley stated he has no problem with that if the County Manager is in agreement.  Ms. Guillet advised that she has no objection to those changes.

Discussion ensued with regard to performance standards and evaluations. 

Mr. Applegate asked for confirmation that the change in Section 2 will be "adjustment to Manager's salary shall be reviewed annually in accordance with performance standards.  The Board shall determine each year if the County Manager is entitled to an increase in salary."  Chairman Dallari agreed that is the intent.  Mr. Applegate confirmed that with regard to severance, the amount of time will change from 20 weeks to 16 weeks.  Commissioner Carey suggested that it say "and not be included in general adjustment unless approved by the Board of County Commissioners" or something along those lines.  Chairman Dallari suggested they put language in that it "needs to be approved by the Board prior to increase."

Motion by Commissioner Carey, seconded by Commissioner Horan, to approve and authorize the Chairman to execute the amended County Manager Employment Contract, as shown on page _______, between Seminole County and Nicole Guillet.

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

CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS' CONSENT AGENDA

Motion by Commissioner Carey, seconded by Commissioner Henley, to approve and authorize the following: 

Clerk’s Office

     51.  Approval of Expenditure Approval Lists, as shown on page _______, dated September 2, 8, 15 and 22, 2014; Payroll Approval List, as shown on page _______, dated September 11, 2014; and BCC Minutes dated August 26, September 9 and 10, 2014; and noting, for information only, the following Clerk’s “received and filed”:  

 

1.    Change Order #3, as shown on page _______, to CC-9155-14.

 

2.    Amendment #1, as shown on page _______, to Work Order #1 to PS-8286-13.

 

3.    Fifth Amendment, as shown on page _______, to IFB-601448-12.

 

4.    Amendment #4, as shown on page _______, to Work Order #7 to PS-2051-07.

 

5.    Work Order #13, as shown on page _______, to PS-7643-12.

 

6.    Performance Bond #800013292, as shown on page _______, in the amount of $464,417.50 for the project known as Lakeside Estates, per plat approval on August 26, 2014.

 

7.    Amendment #1, as shown on page _______, to CC-9276-14.

 

8.    Work Order #23, as shown on page _______, to CC-8199-12.

 

9.    Memorandum, as shown on page _______, to Nicole Guillet, Acting County Manager, from Carl Kelly, Jr., Leisure Services, regarding unauthorized commitments for Work Order #25 to PS-8047-12.

 

10.    Change Order #3, as shown on page _______, to CC-8457-13.

 

11.    Amendment #1, as shown on page _______, to Work Order #60 to PS-4388-09.

 

12.    Development Order #14-30000079, as shown on page _______, Eduardo Ochoa and Marina Carreno variance.

 

13.    Audit Report from Clerk of Circuit Court for Special Review of the Fleet Management Agreement with Serco, Inc.

 

14.    Conditional Utility Agreements, as shown on page _______, for Potable and Reclaimed Water and Sewer Service with CED Strategies LLC for the project known as Stratford Manor.

 

15.    Renewal #1, as shown on page _______, Legal Services Agreement Counsel to the Seminole County Value Adjustment Board.

 

16.    Conditional Utility Agreements, as shown on page _______, for Water and Sewer Service with  Aloma Bails, LLC for the project known as Aloma Bails.

 

17.    Amendment #2, as shown on page _______, to Work Order #63 to PS-4388-09.

 

18.    Contracts for Services, as shown on page _______, for Christopher Nick John Bavaro, Jr. and Jacqueline L. Thomas.

 

19.    Amendments #2, as shown on page _______, to PS-3914-08, Shaw Environment and E Sciences, Inc.

 

20.    Amendment #3, as shown on page _______, to PS-3914-08, Atkins North America.

 

21.    Amendment #1, as shown on page _______, to PS-3914-08, Ardaman and Associates.

 

22.    Amendments #1, as shown on page _______, to PS-4388-09, HNTB, Inwood Consulting and RS&H.

 

23.    Amendment #2, as shown on page _______, to PS-4388-09, Pegasus Engineering.

 

24.    Closeout, as shown on page _______, to Work Order #19 to CC-5075-10.

 

25.    Letters to County Commission Records from Luanne Woodley and Judith Eckenroth, Tax Deed Clerk, regarding List of Lands Available for tax deed sales on August 21, September 4 and 18, 2014. 

 

26.    Work Order #19, as shown on page _______, to PS-8186-13.

 

27.    Change Order #6, as shown on page _______, to CC-8105-12.

 

28.    Work Order #5, as shown on page _______, to PS-8565-13.

 

29.    Work Order #25, as shown on page _______, to PS-8047-12.

 

30.    Work Order #26, as shown on page _______, to PS-8047-12.

 

31.    Release of Lien, as shown on page _______, for Case #13-52-CEB, Carmela Paparella Heirs c/o Enzo Paparella, as approved by the BCC on August 12, 2014.

 

32.    Contracts for Services, as shown on page _______, for Francis J. Gallery, Dallas Reed, and John Wiley.

 

33.    Memorandum to Nicole Guillet, Acting County Manager, from Valmarie Turner, Community Services Director, regarding Unauthorized Commitment PMG Associates – CDBG needs.

 

34.    Fully executed Modification #1, as shown on page _______, to Subgrant Agreement with the Department of Emergency Management, per approval by the BCC on January 14, 2014.

 

35.    Change Order #3, as shown on page _______, to CC-8898-13.

 

36.    IFB-602048-14 Term Contract, as shown on page _______, for EMS/Fire/Rescue Uniforms, Design Lab, Inc.

 

37.    Certificate of Title, as shown on page _______, for Happy Acres Minor Plat.

 

38.    Certificate of Title and Performance Bond #1019632, as shown on page _______, in the amount of $381,898.75 for the project known as Sanctuary at Aloma.

 

39.    Amendment #3, as shown on page _______, to Work Order #8 to PS-2051-07.

 

40.    Amendment #2, as shown on page _______, to RFP-601328-11.

 

41.    Work Order #14, as shown on page _______, to PS-8148-12.

 

42.    Work Order #24, as shown on page _______, to CC-8199-12.

 

43.    Amendment #1, as shown on page _______, to Work Order #8 to PS-8072-12.

 

44.    Change Order #1, as shown on page _______, to CC-9025-13.

 

45.    Resolution of Appreciation #2014-R-180, as shown on page _______, commending Ian Carfagna for his services on the Code Enforcement Board, as approved by the BCC on August 26, 2014.

 

46.    Amendment #3, as shown on page _______, to Work Order #89 to PS-5120-02.

 

47.    Amendment #2, as shown on page _______, to RFQ-600961-10.

 

48.    Closeout, as shown on page _______, to CC-8267-13.

 

49.    Development Orders, as shown on page _______, as follows:  #06-30000172, Samuel H. Pinder, Jr.; #06-30000177, Tewana Chisholm; #06-30000178, Peggi Smith; #06-30000183, Brian T. Sephton & Anita Klingenberg; #06-30000187, Carolyn Owji; #06-30000180, James A. & Patricia A. Clark; #06-30000194, William & Lutrelle Mc Glockton; #06-30000185, Kenneth R. & Charity Szczepanek; #06-30000171, David & Elizabeth Myers; #06-30000173, Mary E. Driggs; #06-30000176, Jose F. & Maria F. Rolon; #06-3000179, Anthony S. Jr. & Marcie C. Ewasko; #06-30000181, David & Ashlee A. Willis; #06-30000186, James E. & Sandra B. Cooney; #06-3000186, Colleen Jones; #06-30000182, Tommy & Danyele Barnes; #06-30000184, Claudia N. & Manuel B. Coello, Jr.; #06-30000189, Westbrook Davenport; #06-30000193, Rosemarie Morris; #06-31000021, Rosemarie Morris; #06-31000022, Arthur & Barbara Blaksley Life Est.; and #06-3100012, Unto Ministries.

 

50.    Bids as follows:  CC-9650-14; RFP-9601-14; Bid-602001-14; and CC-9706-14.

 

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

 

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Motion by Commissioner Horan, seconded by Commissioner Carey, to approve and authorize the following: 

Sheriff’s Office

52.  Approval to expend $10,000 from Law Enforcement Trust Fund to provide for a contribution to the 2014 Seminole County Drug‑Free Poster Contest.

 

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

COUNTY ATTORNEY BRIEFING

     Mr. Applegate discussed the process for the Annual Ethics, Sunshine Law, and Public Records Training for the Board of County Commissioners.  He stated that the Commissioners can do this training either on-line, like they did last year, and he will fill in with the Sunshine Law and Public Records training in a separate briefing; or they can have one special work session to do the training.  Chairman Dallari questioned whether the State of Florida requires the State Representatives and State Senators to do this training.  Mr. Applegate stated they are not required to do this particular training but they are required to do some type of training.  At Chairman Dallari’s request, Mr. Applegate stated he will get the information regarding that training and report back to the Board.

Chairman Dallari recessed the meeting at 10:10 a.m., reconvening at 10:15 a.m.

Commissioner Horan stated he believes by discharging their obligation for ethics training by having a public work session sends a positive message to the public that Seminole County Commission is willing to take the training and take it during a public work session from its County Attorney.  He stated he supports the work session option. 

Commissioner Carey questioned whether or not everyone who files a Form-6 is required to do ethics training.  Mr. Applegate indicated he would look at the statute but commented that all of the Commissioners have to take the training, that the training is for elected officials.  Commissioner Carey stated she believes it would be good for top management to have the training.  She stated if the County Attorney is going to spend a day providing the training for the Board, if they opt to go that way, she believes it would be smart to ask the management teams to also sit through the training at the same time rather than doing it more than once. 

Commissioner Constantine questioned whether or not the board members of the various committees should attend.  Mr. Applegate stated he does those briefings at the particular advisory board meetings.  Commissioner Carey stated rather than do the training multiple times, if the County Attorney is going to take the time to put on a course, it might be smarter to do it one time and have it open to all.  She suggested that if the training is done in the chambers, which is very public, they could put a lot of people in there.

Chairman Dallari questioned if there was consensus to do the training in a work session.  No objections were voiced. 

Commissioner Constantine suggested they invite the board members, whether they are quasi-judicial or not, that make recommendations to the BCC.  He believes it would be nice to have them at the training or at least to extend the invitation.  He acknowledged that it will certainly be difficult to get everyone here for the training; so obviously there should be an option of doing it on-line, if necessary.  He thinks to try and get all of their calendars together, if possible, would be a great idea.

Discussion ensued with regard to the scheduling of the work session.

CHAIRMAN’S REPORT

Chairman Dallari pointed out that staff, under the leadership of the County Manager, is doing a management report about Fire Service.  He would like them to include Station #29 and Station #65 in that report.  He would like to know what the potential is of combining those stations and how they move forward or not move forward with the stations.  He would like to understand how that could best be reviewed so they can plan for that for the future. 

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Chairman Dallari distributed a letter (copy received and filed) he received from the Health Counsel of East Central Florida regarding several individuals that have been absent excessively.  He stated that at the next Board meeting, he would like to ask the Board to make some new appointments.  Commissioner Carey reminded the Commissioners that there are specific criteria for those two appointments.

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Chairman Dallari reported that he received a "job well done" from Christine Gonzalez for Scott Honour, Matt Nevins, John Scott, Edward Ruping and Josh Pendo (members of the Fire Rescue Unit in Oviedo) for the kind and compassionate care given to her aunt that passed away.  He stated he also received a "job well done" from Colette Stoval for the honoring of Chief William G. Collette. 

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Chairman Dallari requested that Director Heather Smith be appointed as the Seminole County Sheriff's Office representative to the Seminole County Animal Control Board. 

Motion by Commissioner Carey, seconded by Commissioner Horan, to appoint Director Heather Smith as the Seminole County Sheriff's Office representative to the Seminole County Animal Control Board, by Resolution #2014-R-204, as shown on page _______.

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

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Chairman Dallari distributed a letter (copy received and filed) from NGI Investments and explained that it is a non-binding Letter of Intent to purchase approximately one acre of vacant land.  He thanked Commissioner Constantine for presenting this to the County Manager.  He explained that this is about the land swap that the Board has talked about regarding the property on Montgomery and SR 436 and the property adjacent to the Sports Complex property.  He stated he would like to talk about putting the property by the Sports Complex property under contract to either buy or swap.  He thinks they could look at what is the best way to go, to either sell the property on Montgomery and then do an exchange or to actually swap it.  He would like to get consensus from the Board to ask the County Manager to take that direction. 

Commissioner Constantine stated he has been an advocate of surplusing that property and seeing about the ability of selling it first.  After the previous meeting where they were talking about the swap, he made a couple of phone calls; and within a rather quick time, he received some interest in presenting a contract.  If they can surplus this and put it out with a requirement that the County would take bids from $1.5 million net and above, even if they went out and bought the other property, they would have a minimum of $250,000 that they would be able to put into the coffers of the taxpayers.  He believes they should pursue the surplusing and the selling of the property.

Chairman Dallari stated they can do both at the same time; they can put the property under contract so they tie it up as well as advertise the property on Montgomery or do the land swap.  They are doing both at the same time to try to get the best value and get flexibility. 

Commissioner Carey emphasized that obviously, if they were going to look at going out to the market with the site at Montgomery and SR 436 and not do it in the fashion of a land swap, they would have to put it out there for everyone to be able to have an opportunity.  Chairman Dallari stated he is using this letter as an example and that is the reason he handed it out.  He was talking to staff about it and became aware of this and thought maybe they should go both directions, trying to do a land swap and/or purchase and figure out which is the best way to do it.  If the purchase price doesn't come back in the appropriate value, then they can do the swap.  If it does come back higher, then they can actually purchase it.  Chairman Dallari pointed out that is why it is important to have a contract for the piece that is adjacent to the Sports Complex.

Commissioner Carey stated that just from a timing standpoint, they need to put the property that they are trying to acquire under contract and the terms of that contract would be that they will either pay cash for it or exchange it at the County's option.  Then it would have to be advertised at the same time.  She remarked that to keep on track, the Board probably needs to give some direction today in order to continue this moving.

Commissioner Constantine noted that in talking with Mr. Forte, he learned that at the current time the land swap is really at a standstill until the owners of the property they had talked about swapping with evaluate what they have to do to clean up the property.  Joe Forte, Deputy County Manager, stated there is some contamination on the property that is being evaluated by E-Sciences and he should be getting a report back from them sometime later this week.  Once they get those results back, they will know what the mitigation response needs to be and that will be the responsibility of the current owners.  He added that he has not directed anyone to go ahead and advertise the swap until the results come back.

Chairman Dallari clarified the reason why it is appropriate to bring this up today is because they want dual tracks, dual methods; and this would be the time to do it.  Commissioner Carey remarked that she does not have a problem doing dual tracks but she believes that they need to put a minimum net amount in the advertisement for the excess property and make sure it is a good opportunity for the County.  Chairman Dallari stated he believes the minimum amount, like Commissioner Carey is suggesting, is appropriate.  Commissioner Henley agreed with Commissioner Carey as long as they maintain the option to do what is in the best interest of the County.

Commissioner Horan stated the direction they really need to give to staff is that with whatever the appropriate legal procedure is to go dual tracks, the County's feet are not placed in concrete when they advertise, whether it is swap or surplus or whatever the particular procedure is, and they retain the ability and the discretion to do whatever is the best deal under whatever the legal process is.  He stated the direction to give to staff is they want to be able to have the flexibility to swap or sell under the particular surplus procedures that gives them the best value. 

Mr. Applegate commented that this has been a great discussion and explained that he and the County Manager have already talked about the matter.  He stated he will make sure that the legal requirements and the regulations on swaps will be complied with.  They will talk about the timing of all of this so there is a coherent, cohesive legal plan in place before they go any further.

Commissioner Carey explained why she believes before they start advertising to do the excess property, they should get a contract on the piece that is important to the overall Complex and make it subject to either a land swap or flat-out purchase.  They can agree on the price, agree on the terms and subject it to the cleanup to their satisfaction. 

Mr. Applegate and Ms. Guillet confirmed they do believe they have direction.

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     Chairman Dallari reported that he received an email from Kathy Ramsburger regarding the Dr. Phillips Performing Arts Center.  He reminded the Board that they spoke a little over a year ago to Ms. Ramsburger referencing funds.  He suggested they get with the County Manager; and if there is direction from the Board, the County Manager can bring that back. 

Commissioner Carey stated they have had wonderful partnerships throughout the region and she believes this will add a new dimension to Central Florida.  They have not been known for having a high-end performing arts center.  She stated she does not have any problem in continuing to look at how they can do that, even looking back at how they spend the small amount of money they invest in the arts to make sure they are getting the best return on investment for the citizens when it comes to the arts.

COMMUNICATIONS AND/OR REPORTS

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

1.  Letter with attachment dated September 22, 2014, from Brandon Johnson, Digital Risk, to Board of County Commissioners RE:  Notice Pursuant to WARN Act.

 

2.  Letter with attachment dated September 22, 2014, from Scot Myers, Eastbrook Homeowners Association, to Board of Seminole County Commissioners RE:  Opposition to the proposed amendments revising the intended scope and use for the San Pedro Reserve development as originally proposed by the Diocese of Orlando in 2010.

 

3.  Letter dated September 23, 2014, from Larisa Perry, Wells Fargo Bank, to Chairman Robert Dallari RE:  Wells Fargo’s support of the Polk State College Foundation’s First Generation Scholarship Fund which enables deserving students to become the first in their family to attend and graduate from college.

 

4.  Copy of letter dated September 23, 2014, from Chairman Robert Dallari to St. Johns River Water Management District’s Governing Board RE:  Support for the Regional Restoration Project on Lake Jesup.

 

5.  Copy of letter dated September 23, 2014, from Chairman Robert Dallari to Jeffrey Campbell, 2318 Westminster Terrace, Oviedo RE:  Appointment to MetroPlan Transportation Study Citizens Advisory Committee.

 

6.  Copy of letter dated September 23, 2014, from Chairman Robert Dallari to Harry Barley, MetroPlan Orlando, RE:  Appointment of Jeffrey Campbell to MetroPlan Transportation Study Citizens Advisory Committee.

 

7.  Letter with attachment dated September 23, 2014, from Dr. Thomas O’Neal, University of Central Florida, to Chairman Robert Dallari RE:  2013-2014 Annual Progress Report for the Winter Springs Business Incubator.

 

8.  Letter with attachment dated September 24, 2014, from Ken Peach, Health Council of Central Florida, to Chairman Robert Dallari RE:  Annual Board Attendance Report.

 

9.  Letter dated September 26, 2014, from Marva Johnson, Bright House Networks, to Chairman Robert Dallari RE:  Upcoming programming changes to Bright House Networks customers.

 

10.  Copy of letter with attachment dated September 30, 2014, from Cathy Galavis, Department of Revenue, to Ray Valdes, Seminole County Tax Collector, RE:  Final approved budget for the fiscal year 2014-15.

 

11.  Notice of Public Hearing received October 2, 2014, from City of Altamonte Springs RE:  Consider request by Comforter Health Care Group, Inc., on behalf of Hospice of the Comforter for a sign variance for the property located at 480 West Central Parkway.

 

12.  Letter with attachment dated October 3, 2014, from Congressman John Mica, House of Representatives, to Chairman Robert Dallari RE:  Update regarding recent developments on a few veteran projects in the region.

 

13.  Notice of Public Hearing with attachment received October 6, 2014, from City of Lake Mary RE:  Consider a request from Miranda Fitzgerald for Duke Realty, LLP, to rescind the Development of Regional Impact (DRI) status for the North Point Development and to also consider a development agreement for the property.

 

14.  Letter with attachment dated October 8, 2014, from Sandra Smith, City of Casselberry, to Chairman Robert Dallari RE:  Voluntary annexation of property located at 115 Wilshire Boulevard, Casselberry.

 

15.  Notice of Community Meeting received October 8, 2014, from City of Longwood RE:  Proposed construction of approximately 58 townhome units on 9.5 acres located north of Lake Wildmere, south of SR 434, east of Grant Street and west of Wayman Street by Avex Homes, LLC.

 

DISTRICT COMMISSIONERS’ REPORTS

     Commissioner Horan discussed the recent successful fundraising event by the Boys and Girls Clubs of Seminole County.  The "Faces of the Future" event raised over $135,000, which exceeds by more than $50,000 the best they have ever done at a previous event of that type. 

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Commissioner Horan discussed the eastern rural areas and the conditions of the roads out there when there is a lot of rain.  He explained there are a series of unpaved roads, private roads, which are in the area near Lake Harney off of the Osceola Road area that have 20 to 40 residents living on them.  There is no homeowner's association and no MSTU.  Commissioner Horan stated he was out in the area with the Sheriff's Office and with the County's Public Safety and Emergency people and advised the roads are in deplorable shape.  He is working with the residents to try and solve the problem that they have out there.  He added they do need some kind of a solution because there is a critical mass of public safety and public health issues because of the accumulation of water and mosquitoes.  He noted he is working with the County Manager and may be bringing that to the Board with some proposed solutions in the future. 

Commissioner Carey questioned whether or not the residents would be willing to form a voluntary homeowner's association or look at dedicating a right-of-way.  She explained that was the problem before, that they couldn't get on the dirt paving program because they weren't willing to turn the roads over or dedicate a right-of-way.  Discussion ensued with regard to the roads and the homeowners living on those roads.

Commissioner Carey stated she would think there is something in the County Code that requires people that have private roads to keep them maintained to a certain level so they don't become a health and safety issue.  Commissioner Horan replied that he does not know whether the County has that.  Commissioner Carey stated if they don't, they may want to consider that. 

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Commissioner Horan stated that he has talked to some homeowners who have property contiguous to the Boar's Nest property.  He confirmed with Chairman Dallari that there will be a work session in the next several weeks with regard to the County's plans on that property. 

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Commissioner Horan discussed the recent 17-92 RPA (Regional Planning Agency) meeting.  He noted that Winter Springs will be bringing back the project involving Shepard Road, which was moved basically because of recent actions by the CRA off the master plan list, off the CIP, and off the priority list.  They are doing the other project that Winter Springs proposed on SR 434 using sales tax money.  On the Florida Avenue project, there is a DOT project going in there now.  He stated his suggestion to the City of Winter Springs when they said they wanted to bring this up again was if they can combine some infrastructure improvements together with the improvements that are being made there and also have in their own CIP program money that is put on the table to leverage whatever money that is in the CRA, that would be the best way to approach that. 

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Commissioner Constantine reported that he attended the Sanford Chamber of Commerce's Industry Recognition dinner last week.  He added that he attended the Council of Local Governments (CALNO) on October 1st at Seminole State College where they talked about their wellness program and the opportunities of the public/private partnership.  He stated Seminole State stated they had been in discussion with the County regarding their wellness program and he believes that may be something the County may want to take a look at and stay aware of.  It is located on land the College already owns and they are looking at private partnerships also. 

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Commissioner Constantine discussed the meeting he, along with Commissioner Henley and Ms. Guillet, attended with the Rolling Hills Homeowners Association and a number of other homeowners associations that was held at Altamonte Elementary School. 

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Commissioner Constantine reported on the 4H picnic that he attended last week.  He stated he really admires and respects those young folks and what they were doing and what they continue to do here in Seminole County.

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Commissioner Constantine announced that on October 15 there is going to be an employee and family art contest here at the County Services Building.

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Commissioner Constantine expressed his concerns about Orange County and the large growth that is going to be potentially happening in the Lake Pickett area. 

Tina Williamson, Acting Development Services Director, addressed the Board to report that her department has been monitoring the project, which was formally known as the Rybolt DRI.  It is now in for a land use amendment and the associated text amendments with Orange County.  They are currently calling it the Rural Transition Area.  She noted that currently there are not any firm dates scheduled for public hearings.  It may go to their LPA (Local Planning Agency) in December and their Board in January for transmittal; but at this time, none of those dates has been firmed up and it is still under review.

Commissioner Constantine explained the concerns he has regarding this project and how it will affect the people that live on the Seminole County side of Lake Pickett.  He stated he is afraid if they don't get some sort of formal process with Orange County, they will wake up one day and find out that an agreement has been made without any consideration of what happens on the County's side of that area.  

Chairman Dallari questioned Ms. Williamson as to when she last had an update from Orange County.  Ms. Williamson responded the most recent update was September 24.  Chairman Dallari advised that when he spoke with Mayor Jacobs last week about this, she informed him that the Rybolt piece withdrew their application.  Ms. Williamson stated she will follow up on that and report back to the Board. 

Commissioner Carey discussed why the County chose to monitor this process instead of doing something formal.  She noted that until Orange County comes up with a plan for the County to review, the County could spend a lot of staff time trying to figure out what somebody might come up with.  She suggested that perhaps Ms. Williamson could monitor it a little closer and speak to Susan Caswell, Orange County Planning Manager, directly.  

Commissioner Horan noted that they have been talking about these kinds of things with Orange County for decades now.  He stated the people of Seminole County have gone in a little different direction.  He believes the extension of the urban services line is something that is inevitable in Orange County given the direct connection to whatever is going on with the University of Central Florida.  He pointed out that this will continue to be a pressure point between the two counties.  Other than monitoring the process very, very closely, he does not know what more they can do at this particular time. 

Chairman Dallari advised that one of the things that will be discussed at today's work session regarding the one-cent sales tax will be doing a nutrient study for Lake Pickett and Lake Mills. 

Commissioner Constantine reiterated that as there are negotiations, he believes the County needs to be able to give suggestions and advice and tell them what will be harmful to Seminole County if they go down that path.  He stated Seminole County should be worried about Seminole County citizens and believes whatever formal or more aggressive informal position they can take as this happens, they should do so.

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Commissioner Henley stated he received a letter of resignation from Mark Plebanski, his appointee to the Tourist Development Council, for medical reasons.  He noted he will come forth with a recommendation for a replacement at the next meeting.

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Commissioner Henley reported he gave some requests that he received by mail from LYNX for some committee appointments to the County Manager.  He pointed out that the Audit Committee is being restructured and they are asking for each of the funding partners to recommend an official person for that committee.  Also, a Citizens Service Committee and Risk Management Committee are being established and they are asking for recommendations for appointments on that.  He noted that he gave it to the County Manager for input since some of the appointments may be staff members and he hopes she can help and come forth with some names for consideration by this Board. 

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Commissioner Henley stated that at the last TDC meeting, because of the resignation of the director at the Zoo, he was asked a question afterwards as to whether there would be an audit made before the new manager is selected, which in most places generally occurs.  He stated he could not answer the question but believes it would be appropriate to make sure everything is clear before the new person comes in.  He pointed out that he does not necessarily think that it is the BCC's responsibility; although, since they approve tourist development money, they could initiate an audit.  He thinks it would be better coming from the Zoo Board of Directors.   

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Commissioner Henley stated that as Commissioner Constantine reported, there were 400 people at Altamonte Elementary School for the Rolling Hills meeting.  Commissioner Henley stated the County Manager did a good job in helping to answer questions coming from the group.  Both Code Enforcement and Planning made a presentation so the people could understand what the process is in dealing with issues they are confronted with out there.  The group has a steering committee and two attorneys and is very concerned as to the impact regarding the decision made by the new owners and what the future of those 120 acres will be.  He believes most of them understand they need to assume that the golf course is not going to be there as it is now but the 120 acres will be there. 

Commissioner Carey questioned staff as to when they can expect to see the golf course code enforcement language come forward.  She added that they have quite a few other golf courses on the edge to experience the same thing.  She pointed out the BCC has asked for some strict changes to Code Enforcement to deal specifically with golf courses.

Ms. Guillet stated she knows staff has been working on it.  She committed on their behalf to bring something back to the Board at the November meeting.

Commissioner Henley stated he hopes staff is looking beyond just golf courses, although that is a major concern right now.  He mentioned there are some businesses that have gone out of business and gave an example.

Ms. Williamson stated they are currently researching and putting together information on existing ordinances in other jurisdictions for not only maintenance of golf courses but also maintenance of other commercial or improved properties if they were to close down.  They will put that together and bring it back to the Board.

Ms. Guillet explained the gap is on previously improved properties that are now abandoned and the Code doesn't really address those.  She added it won't just be golf courses but it will be anything that was once improved and is now no longer in use.

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Motion by Commissioner Carey, seconded by Commissioner Horan, to reappoint Rocky Harrelson to the Sanford Aviation Noise Abatement Committee at the Sanford Airport for a four-year term ending September 30, 2018. 

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

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Regarding the Sanford Airport Authority, Commissioner Carey reported that Trinity Security was the company that was awarded the contract to replace TSA.  The transition was started at the Orlando-Sanford International Airport and will be completed by February of 2015.  She added that two national chains, Dunkin Donuts and Starbucks, have located at the Airport.

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Chairman Carey stated the Central Florida Expressway Authority is in the process of seeking applications for the executive director position.  Candidate interviews are scheduled for December 4 and 5.  She added the Expressway is doing quite well and revenues are higher than budgeted and anticipated.

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Chairman Dallari requested a motion to appoint Therese Dickinson to the Animal Control Board. 

Motion by Commissioner Carey, seconded by Commissioner Horan, to appoint Therese Dickinson to the Animal Control Board, filling the remaining term ending January 1, 2015, by Resolution #2014-R-204. 

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Chairman Dallari requested a Resolution of Appreciation for Debra Garrambone for her services to the Animal Control Board.

Motion by Commissioner Carey, seconded by Commissioner Henley, to adopt appropriate Resolution #2014-R-205, as shown on page _______, commending Debra Garrambone for her service on the Animal Control Board. 

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

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Chairman Dallari described his trip to the City of Houston last week regarding homelessness.  He explained Houston has reduced the chronically homeless population significantly over the last three years.  He stated they are trying to take the lessons learned, both positive and negative, and implement that in Central Florida.  Chairman Dallari noted that on the trip were Buddy Dyer, Teresa Jacobs, and Don Fisher from Osceola County.  Mr. Fisher will be putting together a meeting with the three counties as well as the City of Orlando to discuss the next step forward to try and bring the region together where they will speak with one mission, one voice, one action. 

Commissioner Carey pointed out that one thing that has come out of the homelessness discussion as a region is that they all have very different problems.  She then described some of those problems and how the various jurisdictions have formed committees to each look at their own specifics and come back and report on how they will resolve some of those issues. 

Chairman Dallari stated that even though there are different needs throughout the three-county area, there needs to be an integrated plan so everyone knows how the plan will unfold.  

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Chairman Dallari thanked Mr. Forte, who will be going to Holly Hill, for his years of service to Seminole County.

COUNTY MANAGER’S REPORT

     None.

COUNTY ATTORNEY’S REPORT

Bryant Applegate, County Attorney, announced that he will be out of the office and Lynn Porter-Carlton will replace him at the next BCC meeting and give an update on the ethics plan. 

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Mr. Applegate discussed a homeless shelter he ran in West Virginia. 

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There being no further business to come before the Board, the Chairman declared the meeting adjourned at 11:15 a.m., this same date.

 

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