The following is a non-verbatim transcript of the BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS MEETING OF SEMINOLE COUNTY, FLORIDA, held at 9:33 a.m. on Tuesday, April 27, 1999, in the SEMINOLE COUNTY SERVICES BUILDING at SANFORD, FLORIDA, the usual place of meeting of said Board.

Present:

Chairman Carlton Henley (District 4)

Vice Chairman Grant Maloy (District 1)

Commissioner Randy Morris (District 2)

Commissioner Dick Van Der Weide (District 3)

Commissioner Daryl McLain (District 5)

Acting County Manager Cindy Coto

County Attorney Robert McMillan

Deputy Clerk Eva Roach

The Invocation was given by Pastor Jon Carnes, Sanford First Church of the Nazarene.

Commissioner Daryl McLain led the Pledge of Allegiance.

Chairman Henley advised that the Resolution proclaiming Law Week and Law Day will be presented at this afternoon’s session.

Robert McMillan, County Attorney, addressed the Board to advise his office does not have any legislative or informational items to discuss at this time. He stated he would be glad to answer questions or discuss any Legislative issues.

Upon inquiry by Commissioner Van Der Weide, Chairman Henley advised he would be bringing up the status of the title loan issue during his District Commissioner report this afternoon.

Mr. McMillan updated the Board on Item #1, Robert Dance and Bob Dance Dodge, Inc. v. Seminole County Code Enforcement Board, et al. He stated Mr. Dance and his office have come to an agreement relative to the amount he has offered to pay. Mr. Dance has indicated that since no order has been issued to impose a fine, he would like a letter sent to him to that effect. He stated he sent a letter to Mr. Dance and he has agreed to dismiss the case. He added his office still needs authority to defend. He said his office will be working on the stipulations and the County would seek no fines at this point. Mr. Dance agreed to not put up the inflatables unless the ordinance changes. If the inflatables go up, the fine will run from the date they go up until they come down.

Motion by Commissioner Morris, seconded by Commissioner Van Der Weide to authorize and approve the following:

3. Approve proposed settlement relating to Parcel Numbers 132/632 located at 1900 Houndslake Avenue, Winter Park of the Howell Branch Road Phase I road improvement project in the amount of $18,500.00, inclusive of land, severance damage and temporary construction easement. Attorney’s fees and reimbursable costs are not included, Kusimo property.
4. Approve mediated settlement relating to Parcel Numbers 148/748/848 and 149 located at the intersection of County Road 427 County Home Road of the County Road 427 Phase V road improvement project in the amount of $48,722.00, inclusive of land value, severance damages, a permanent drainage easement, a temporary construction easement, attorney’s fees, interest and reimbursable expert witness fees, Robertson property.
5. Approve mediated settlement of a business damage claim following acquisition of Parcel Numbers 113/713 of the Howell Branch Road Phase II road improvement project in the amount of $26,600.00, inclusive of statutory attorney’s fees, but exclusive of expert witness costs, Great Khan Restaurant d/b/a Genghis Khan.
6. Approve proposed settlement of Parcel Number 181 located at 3503 Country Club Road, Sanford, of the County Road 46A Phase II road improvement project in the amount of $62,000.00, inclusive of attorneys’ fees, exclusive of expert costs and reconnection of driveway, Robert Paul and Maleta E. Deware property.

9. Adopt Fourth Amended Resolution of Necessity #99-R-62, as shown on page __________, relating to County Road 427, Phase I, road improvement project (State Road 436 to Charlotte Street). 2 fee simple Parcels.

Lonnie Groot, Deputy County Attorney, addressed the Board to present request to withdraw Petition with direction to County Attorney and County Manager to take all reasonable actions to encourage State and St. Johns River Water Management District to protect Clifton Springs and acquire lands abutting Clifton Springs. He stated the County filed a petition with the Governor and Cabinet, and since that time, the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) developed a proposed order recommending that the County’s petition be dismissed on the basis that there is a lack of jurisdiction with the Governor and Cabinet to deal with title issues. He said staff has been working with the Department of Environmental Protection staff and they have expressed interest in the Springs. He added staff has received a commitment from DEP that they would continue to look at Clifton Springs. He said he is requesting the Board authorize staff to dismiss the petition and continue to seek involvement from various staffs of other agencies to get them involved in protecting the Clifton Springs. A letter and a facsimile from the DEP regarding Clifton Springs were received and filed.

Commissioner Morris stated he has been working closely with Mr. Groot and a few of the property owners on this issue. He stated he doesn’t know if there is any other alternative but to go ahead and withdraw the petition.

Motion by Commissioner Morris, seconded by Commissioner Van Der Weide to authorize staff to withdraw the Petition with direction to the County Attorney and County Manager to place this issue as a priority in encouraging the State, St. Johns River Water Management District, and other interested parties in trying to protect Clifton Springs.

Under discussion and upon inquiry by Commissioner McLain, Mr. Groot advised he has contacted the DEP and St. Johns River Water Management District (SJRWMD) and he is trying to get a more broad base interest in the Springs. He stated he would bring back some type of acquisition program proposal.

Commissioner McLain stated he feels staff should contact all of the environmental groups, such as the Sierra Club, Friends of the Wekiva, and Audubon Society, and ask them to join the County in trying to acquire this property and use their political influence with the State agencies.

Mr. Groot stated he feels that is a good idea.

Commissioner McLain stated he would like staff to report back to the Board at the next meeting about contacts they have made and what kind of overtures the Board can expect for assistance in this area.

Mr. Groot stated he would like the Board to give him until the end of May.

Commissioner McLain stated he has no problem with that.

Upon inquiry by Chairman Henley, Robert Gebaide, Assistant County Attorney, addressed the Board to advise he is not sure how much acreage is needed to provide adequate protection. He said he would obtain that information and report back to the Board.

Commissioner McLain stated the Friends of Lake Jesup is an organization that has been successful in acquiring property. He stated staff might want to include this organization also.

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

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Mr. McMillan updated the Board on the search of a County Manager. He stated Mr. Slavin indicated that he is in the process of developing a short list. He said there was some delay from the citizen consultants relative to feedback. Mr. Slavin has scheduled a meeting with him and Ms. Coto on 5/4/99 to discuss the mechanics of the interview process. Prior to 5/4/99, he will be contacting each Board member to discuss the status of the candidates. He stated Mr. Slavin is hoping to schedule an interview session the week of 5/24/99. The process for the interviews will be one on one and then there will be a public interview session some time that week or the same day.

Upon inquiry by Commissioner McLain, Mr. McMillan advised he is hoping that the public session will be scheduled sometime in May.

Commissioner McLain stated he will be out of town the first two weeks in June and, if necessary, he will come in for the public session, but would rather not.

Mr. McMillan stated the public hearing session is normally set the same day as the personal interviews.

Tom Yochum, Chairman of the Economic Development Commission of Mid-Florida, addressed the Board to state he feels the Board will be pleased with what they will hear this morning. He stated he would like to thank the Board and all of the public officials on the partnership that has been displayed. He briefly reviewed the history of the Economic Development Commission (EDC) and stated he appreciates Seminole County and their partners working with the EDC.

Darrell Kelley, President and CEO of EDC, addressed the Board to submit a booklet (received and filed) containing business development, retention and expansion; quarterly report; and investment analysis. He reviewed the EDC’s mission and strategy for the 1999/2000 Business Plan. He displayed and reviewed the following goals (received and filed): Investment, Trade, Job Creation, Resources, and Regionalism. He invited the Board to attend an Economic Luncheon scheduled for June 11, 1999.

Tracy Grygiel addressed the Board to highlight the following that has occurred over the last several months: Total number of projects established; total number of jobs created; number of jobs saved or retained; total capital investment and total space leased or purchased, as outlined in the EDC booklet. She highlighted the recent businesses established in the area, current prospects, existing industry initiatives, assistance provided, and other activities.

Commissioner Morris left the meeting at this time.

Ms. Grygiel continued by reviewing the film & television commission, international affairs and trade, and regional overview.

Commissioner Morris reentered the meeting at this time.

Mr. Kelley reviewed the investment analysis as outlined in the booklet.

Commissioner Maloy left the meeting at this time.

Mr. Kelley stated one of his challenges was to try to layer a variety of different indicators in terms of success that Seminole County has enjoyed as a result of the economic interest created in this area. When the film office was started in 1996, it generated about $2.5 million and it has increased to almost $385 million in 1998. The Department of Commerce has reported that the trade export dollars generated about $930 million in 1993 and it has increased to almost $7 billion in 1997.

Commissioner McLain stated when he graduated from high school and college, there were no jobs for young people in this area at that time. He stated his main concern with the growth and population increase is to maintain a very low unemployment rate and to create jobs in a progressive way. He stated he sees opportunities that the County must work on to have Seminole County grow in the area that need improvements, such as the 17-92 corridor. The areas the EDC needs to work on is the 17-92 corridor, the airport in north Seminole County, the hotel conference center that the City of Sanford is proposing, and the new Seminole Community College campus south of Oviedo.

Mr. Kelley stated Ms. Grygiel will be reviewing information provided about what other communities have done relative to similar projects such as the 17-92 corridor. He stated Commissioner Van Der Weide and other groups will be meeting with the EDC to work on the airport growth economic structure. He said he and Doctor McGee will be meeting to discuss the community college structure.

Commissioner Van Der Weide stated he sees nothing but continued success and the one thing he would like to see happen is to stretch a little and crack the major manufacturing employers. He stated if other manufacturing companies do not qualify in other areas, then they may be able to come to the airport.

Commissioner Morris stated he would like staff and the EDC focus on the 17-92 corridor and the Orlando Sanford Airport and submit future reports and including the June report.

Mr. Kelley introduced Mr. Tom Hunt, Vice Chairman of the EDC. He stated he will be succeeding Mr. Yochum in October.

Commissioner Morris left the meeting at this time.

Kevin Fall, Capital Programs Analyst, and John Jones, Planner, addressed the Board to report the following on the 17-92 Redevelopment Project: April meeting; Potential Projects for 99/00 Budget; Efforts of Developing Corridor Design Guidelines; Establishing Needs to Dynamically Assist Potential Redevelopment; the next meeting in May; and the Business Plan. An outline of the report was received and filed.

Commissioner McLain stated one of the things that the Board needs to be aware of is the shortcoming of staff’s time on this project.

Upon inquiry by Commissioner McLain, Mr. Fall advised that he and Mr. Jones are handling this project themselves.

Commissioner McLain stated the Board needs to discuss during the budget process giving staff adequate time allocated to work with the different businesses along the corridor.

Upon inquiry by Commissioner Maloy, John Moore, Professional Engineer, addressed the Board to report on the status of the surface application expenditures on the 17-92 corridor.

Commissioner Morris reentered the meeting at this time.

Upon further inquiry by Commissioner Maloy, Mr. Moore advised he would be happy to provide the Board with a breakdown of what was purchased.

John Jones addressed the Board to inform the Board that Mr. Bob Turk was unable to be in attendance this morning as he is attending a work force development conference in Texas.

Commissioner McLain left the meeting at this time.

Jack Wert, Tourism Development Director, addressed the Board to advise on March 23, 1999, the Board approved funding a study that will include working with the consultants. He stated Par Consultants will conduct the study, and the RERC will review and comment on their report and bring it back to the Board at a later date. He stated the professional fees have been capped at $10,000.

Commissioner McLain reentered the meeting at this time.

Upon inquiry by Chairman Henley, Mr. Wert advised if the consultants have to travel at any time, they will come before the Board for authorization.

Motion by Commissioner Morris to approve the scope of work for the RERC proposal and authorize the Purchasing Manager to issue a contract and work order.

Chairman Henley surrendered the gavel to the Vice Chairman for the purpose of seconding the motion.

Districts 2, 3, 4 and 5 voted AYE.

Commissioner Maloy voted NAY.

The gavel was returned to the Chairman.

Colleen Rotella, Comprehensive Planning Manager, addressed the Board to state since the last work session meeting, staff came up with some alternatives (received and filed) for accelerating the Seminole Wekiva Trail construction. She reviewed the project status, options to accelerate, advantages/disadvantages, and additional comments for Phase I and Phase II (SR 436 to SR 434); 46A to Wekiva River/GeoPark; and Lake Mary Blvd. to SR 46A.

Commissioner Van Der Weide stated staff has the Board’s overwhelming support for the trails and he is looking forward to the day these trails are connected across the County. He stated the problem now is there is a major population base that doesn’t have benefit to these trails. He said he would think the smartest thing to do is to cover the population base as much as possible.

Ms. Rotella stated the groundbreaking for the first phase in the corridor of Altamonte Springs is scheduled in August. She continued by reviewing the trail from SR 434 to E.E. Williamson.

Upon inquiry by Commissioner Van Der Weide, Ms. Rotella advised the first phase is 2.11 miles.

Commissioner McLain stated the one thing the Board needs to be aware of is there is a need for some large park lands. The key here is there is a large parcel in the Oviedo area that ties the park and trail program together. He stated he would hate to miss an opportunity of picking up an 80-acre park.

Ms. Rotella stated staff identified options at the work session last Tuesday and the Board authorized staff to move forward with the 70-acre parcel. She stated staff will be initiating an appraisal process on that property.

Commissioner McLain stated he doesn’t know if it would be wise to commit on one particular project until a report has been submitted.

Commissioner Van Der Weide stated the 2½ mile segment is a significant indication of the County’s intent and gives them the flexibility they need with the budgeted $1 million.

Commissioner Maloy stated he believes the section that Commissioner Van Der Weide brought up is being funded by DOT.

Ms. Rotella stated she believes that is correct.

Commissioner Maloy stated there are a lot of needs out there. One of the things the Board discussed last Tuesday was to discuss this issue with the School Board. Another idea to consider is keeping some of that in reserve for improving some of the neighborhood parks. If the School Board is willing to work with the County in improving the neighborhood parks, they may be able to improve several parks around that area.

Commissioner Morris stated he doesn’t think the Board will be able to make a decision on this today. He said the overpass money is available for the Cross Seminole Trail in the Winter Springs area and for the I-4 overpass. He stated he would recommend staff bringing this issue back to the Board as soon as possible as there are definite needs in that area.

Ms. Rotella stated she believes staff can bring something back during the budget work sessions. She said staff needs at least two months to obtain appraisals and to look at vacant land for park properties.

Upon inquiry by Commissioner Henley, Ms. Rotella advised she would hope to bring the contract for the Wekiva 20-acre parcel during the second meeting in May. She stated in order to do appraisals, she needs at least 30 days. She added she could bring the additional detailed information sooner and then submit the appraisals in June.

Chairman Henley stated staff will move forward on this as quickly as they can.

Cindy Coto, Acting County Manager, addressed the Board to advise that Item #26, adopt Resolution and Warranty Deed, exchanging property, Paul & Joan Musante, has been moved as a public hearing item for this afternoon. She added that staff has detailed information for Item #25, Intergovernmental Agreement with Lynx.

Commissioner McLain left the meeting at this time.

Commissioner Maloy stated he would like Item #25 pulled for a separate vote.

Motion by Commissioner Morris, seconded by Commissioner Van Der Weide to authorize and approve the following excluding Items #25 and #26:

2. Approve and authorize Chairman to execute Lease Agreement, as shown on page _________, with Kid’s House of Seminole County, Inc.; property located at 5467 N. County Road 427, Sanford.

14. Approve and authorize Chairman to execute Satisfaction of Lien, as shown on page ________, for Canada Avenue Road Improvement Taxing District (Warren R. Brown, Margarett Barrett, Trustee, Bruce and Deborah Thornburn), Christopher & Donna J. Esbensen, and Nelson S. Cummins). District 4 – Henley

Dick Thomas, Transportation Specialist, addressed the Board to present request to approve Intergovernmental Agreement with Lynx for the purchase of buses using the County’s one-cent infrastructure sales surtax funds. He stated the Lynx Board approved the agreement at their April 22 meeting and there have been some changes to the agreement. He advised that the words "title ownership" have been added to the last sentence of paragraph one on page 4.

Upon inquiry by Commissioner Maloy, Mr. Thomas advised that a portion of the transportation sales tax was set aside basically for signals, traffic opts and mass transit. Those monies were divided 50-50 between traffic opts, signals and mass transit.

Commissioner Maloy stated he feels the mass transportation component should come from a different part of the budget and keep that money dedicated to the road building.

Mr. McMillan stated he believes a mass transit element was in the referendum. He stated he knows it was part of the program from the beginning.

Mr. Thomas stated Lynx is anxious to purchase these buses before the end of the fiscal year. This issue was discussed during the budget process.

Commissioner Morris stated he would like this issue brought back this afternoon so staff can answer Commissioner Maloy’s question.

Commissioner McLain reentered the meeting at this time.

Commissioner Maloy stated he would recommend looking at other funding and bringing it back in two weeks.

Chairman Henley stated staff can bring this back this afternoon with detailed additional information.

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Ms. Coto reiterated that Item #26 will be heard as a public hearing item this afternoon.

Ms. Coto advised that Item 3.A.1., Amendment to Interlocal Agreement with UCF Wastewater Transmission Construction, has been withdrawn. She stated staff has met with UCF and they are interested in completing the entire project for a guaranteed maximum price. She said UCF’s general counsel has not completed the addendum review and they are requesting additional time to do that. Staff anticipates bringing this item back at the May 11, 1999 meeting.

Commissioner Morris requested staff to notify the Board in advance when an item is being withdrawn.

Bob Adolphe, Environmental Services Director, addressed the Board to state staff believed that this was moving forward. He stated he had suspicions that it was not going to be completed and he contacted them to discuss this issue with them. He said he discussed this issue with the County Manager this morning.

Ms. Coto presented request to approve declaring surplus and competitively bid the sale of a 4.936 acre site located in Section 6, Township 20, South Range 30 East, Seminole County. Staff is recommending a minimum bid of $600,000. She stated Post Buckley determined that this was not a suitable site for a water treatment plant, therefore, staff would like to put the property out to bid. She added the funds will go into the water and sewer fund.

Upon inquiry by Commissioner McLain, Ms. Coto advised that Bullard and Associates did the appraisal in October. She stated the County Attorney’s appraiser, Robert Risner, looked at the appraisal and felt that it was a fair appraisal amount. Based on that, that is how staff established a minimum bid of $600,000.

Upon further inquiry by Commissioner McLain, Ms. Coto advised she believes that Parcel P is owned by Pizzuti and it is their intention to encompass that parcel in their DRI. She said she believes the existing use is suburban estates.

Commissioner Morris stated he has concerns about that parcel completely surrounding the Heathrow DRI. He stated he believes the Board needs full explanation of this transfer of property and he requests that the Board not deal with this issue today. He said he believes there is a variety of legal issues here. Discussion ensued.

Mr. McMillan recommended continuing this item until this afternoon’s session.

Michael Wood, Principal Planner, addressed the Board to present request to adopt Resolution instituting the Bicycle Advisory Board.

Motion by Commissioner McLain, seconded by Commissioner Morris to adopt appropriate Resolution #99-R-65, as shown on page _________, instituting the Bicycle Advisory Board.

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

Gary Schindler, Principal Planner, addressed the Board to present request to approve plat waiver for Lot 5 of Seminole Crossings Subdivision; property located on the north side of SR 46, at its intersection with Rinehart Road, Commercial Net Lease Realty, Inc.

Commissioner Morris left the meeting at this time.

Motion by Commissioner Van Der Weide, seconded by Commissioner Maloy to approve plat waiver for Lot 5 of Seminole Crossings Subdivision; property located on the north side of SR 46, at its intersection with Rinehart Road, Commercial Net Lease Realty, Inc.

Districts 1, 3, 4 and 5 voted AYE.

Motion by Commissioner Maloy to authorize and approve the following:

Chairman Henley surrendered the gavel to the Vice Chairman for the purpose of seconding the motion.

1. Expenditure Approval Lists, as shown on page _________, dated April 6, and 13, 1999; Payroll Approval List, as shown on page _________, dated April 15, 1999.

 

2. Chairman to execute Satisfaction of Judgment for Bail Bond Liens for Judell Andre Duhart and Ranger Ins. Co. - $1,038

Maria P. Abad, Case #98003168CFA - $100

Shane Bell, Case #97012500MM - $200

Rene Anthony Bonck, Case #97001072CFA - $350

Loria E.R. Boone, Case #98002322CJA - $100

Buster Brown Broomfield, Case #96003132CFB - $200

Jil Brown, Case #97002417CFA - $100

Bruce W. Burress, Case #862520CFA - $200

Keith Cain, Case #97002653CFA - $200

Steve Carozza, Case #97001102CFA - $100

Stephen Paul Ceynowa, Case #97004165CFA - $100

Carmen Chaparro, Case #98002208CJA - $75

Jason Cirillo, Case #98001237CFA - $100

Michael S. Clark, Case #98010923MM - $200

Randall J. Coates, Case #98008349MM - $500

Scott Conyers, Case #95002255CFA - $300

Federico Cortes, III, Case #98000892CFA - $200

Sandra Ines Cuestas, Case #97004527MM - $100

Lance Zhemal Cummings, Case #97000863MM - $200

Travis Davis, Case #97001588CFA - $40

Bernice L. Dingee, Case #98009690MM - $200

Richard Duarte, Case #98006299MM - $200

Keri Elizabeth Enterline, Case #97010100MM - $200

Tracy Lynn Eppright, Case #96000507MM - $200

James Lee Ferguson, Case #97011621MM - $200

Lillie Ferguson, Case #98000110MM - $200

Randall Dean Fielden, Case #97003972CFA - $350

Janet Riggs Flannagin, Case #98001124CFA - $200

Daniel Fonseca, Case #98012229MM - $200

Michelle Lee Fuller, Case #98002608CFA - $100

Frank Joseph Gardella, III, Case #98001966CFA - $100

Rudy Gonzalez, Case #96002979CFA - $100

Andrew Gordon, Jr., Case #98002258MM - $200

Edward J. Gove, Case #98009478MM - $200

Marshall Grafton, Case #97004137CFA - $200

Thomas S. Green, Case #96012685MM - $200

Clarence Eugene Hanson, Case #92000448CFB - $350

Toby Hanson, Case #89002611MM - $50

Jody Eric Hecht, Case #98002431CFA - $100

Michael M.H. Hubbard, Case #98002642CJA - $100

Dion Jackson, Case #93009188MM - $200

Phyllis Johnson, Case #98002654CJA - $100

Vaughn P.J. Juvera, Case #98002856CJA - $75

Anne Kane, Case #95000340CFA - $450

Lorraine C. Kaster, Case #98007707MM - $200

Christina Kenworthy, Case #98003525MM - $200

Michelle Lilly, Case #99000543MM - $100

Shawn Frances Machen, Case #97008723MM - $200

Janice Malone, Case #98005965MM - $200

Eric J. Mann, Case #98003507MM - $100

John M. McCauley, Case #97013333MM - $200

Bruce McKenzie, Case #98001994CJA - $150

Robert William Miller, Case #93003048CFA - $350

Luis A. Modesto, Case #93003155CFA - $250

David Thomas Monahan, Case #98001377CFB - $100

Daniel Franklin Nunley, Case #98001062MM - $200

Nathan Oshman, Case #98001244CFA - $100

Irma Padua, Case #98002123CFB - $100

David Paris, Case #98008943MM - $200

Freddie Perkins, Case #98009060MM - $200

Brenda Lee Porter, Case #95002489CFA - $350

Thelma Lee Posley, Case #92000333CFA - $150

Brandon Albert Pryor, Case #98000345CFA - $200

Jorge L. Quinones, Case #97003132MM - $200

Jack Radke, Case #94003395CFA - $500

George Clinton Roberts, Jr., Case #93004817MM - $200

Paul M. Rock, Case #97002956CFA - $350

Jason Matt Rohrer, Case #96004380MM - $200

Michael J. Roldan, Case #98005964MM - $200

Eric Benjamin Scott, Case #95000333CFA - $350

Ernest Shuler, Case #98004259MM - $200

Candance Smith, Case #97005185MM - $50

Michael Stapler, Case #97002170CFA - $350

Terrence W. Wall, Case #97008887MM - $200

John Ware, Case #93000014CFA - $450

Anne White, Case #98000049CFB - $100

Benjamin Willis, Case #8901209CFA - $350

Benjamin Paul Willis, Jr., Case #96009236MM - $100

Districts 1, 3, 4 and 5 voted AYE.

1. Development Orders, as shown on page ________, as follows: Sanlando Land Rezone; Marilyn Thompson dog kennel; and Robert Picerne guest cottage.

 

2. Florida Public Service Commission Notice of Commission Prehearing Conference and Hearings regarding Docket #990223-TL.

 

3. Satisfaction of Lien, as shown on page _______, for Leon Lindsay, Code Enforcement Case #92-58, as approved by the Board on March 9, 1999.

 

4. Board of Trustees of the Internal Improvement Trust Fund of the State of Florida Easement, as shown on page _________, #29546 for Lots 7, 10 & 11, Spring Hammock.

 

5. Certificate of Title, as shown on page _________, for the proposed plat of Cherry Ridge Unit 2.

 

6. Certificate of Title, as shown on page _________, for the proposed plat of Heathrow Woods Phase 3.

 

7. Certificate of Title, as shown on page _______, for Heathrow Land Co., Heathrow Woods Phase 4.

 

8. Copy of letter from Maryanne Morse, Clerk of Circuit Court, to Phillip Stalvey, Director of Dept. of Community Services, regarding Court cost imposed for Teen Court operation.

 

9. Memorandum from Sandy McCann, Commission Records Supervisor, to Gary Kaiser, County Manager, regarding outstanding BCC documents.

 

10. Work Order #3, as shown on page ________, to RFP-431.

 

11. Second Amendment, as shown on page ________, to Work Order #6 to PS-518.

 

12. Work Order #7, as shown on page __________, to PS-519.

 

13. First Amendment, as shown on page __________, to Work Order #12 to PS-364.

 

14. First Amendment, as shown on page _________, to Sludge Hauling Agreement M-52-98.

 

15. Amendment, as shown on page ________, to Physician’s Agreement for Sexual Assualt Examinations (RFP-453).

 

16. Resolution #98-R-190 and Warranty Deed, as shown on page _________, accepting right-of-way, Sunbelt-Dix, Inc.

 

17. Agreement FC-162, as shown on page _________, Olson Electric Co.

 

18. Conditional Utility Agreements, as shown on page __________, for the following: Tigua Development Corp.; Bob Dance Dodge, Inc.; and Riverwind at Alafaya Trail Ltd.

 

19. Amendment, as shown on page __________, to Utility Agreement for water service for W. F. & Carolyn Hayman.

 

20. Bids as follows: FC-161, FC-165, A/B-351 and RFP-460.

Motion by Commissioner McLain, seconded by Commissioner Maloy to adopt Budget Amendment Resolution #99-R-60, as shown on page _________, $23,734, Sheriff’s Office; Fund 00100 – General Fund, increasing General Fund revenues and expenses to be paid by the Seminole County School Board pertaining to the EXCEL Alternatives Program operated by the Sheriff’s Office at the Juvenile Enforcement Center.

Districts 1, 3, 4 and 5 voted AYE.

Motion by Commissioner McLain, seconded by Commissioner Van Der Weide to adopt Budget Amendment Resolution #99-R-61, as shown on page _________, $19,969, Sheriff’s Office: Fund 00100 – General Fund, increasing General Fund revenues and expenses to be paid by the federally-funded High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA) program to provide for the hiring of a financial position by the Sheriff’s Office to support the HIDTA effort.

Districts 1, 3, 4 and 5 voted AYE.

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The meeting was recessed at 11:35 a.m., reconvening at 1:35 p.m., this same date with all Officials (Commissioner Morris entering late), with the exception of Deputy Clerk Eva Roach, who was replaced by Deputy Clerk Sandy McCann, that were present at the Opening Session.

Motion by Commissioner Van Der Weide, seconded by Commissioner Maloy to adopt appropriate Resolution #99-R-59, as shown on page _______, proclaiming the week of April 26 - May 2, 1999 as "Law Week" and May 1, 1999 as "Law Day" in Seminole County.

Districts 1, 3, 4 and 5 voted AYE.

The Board presented the Resolution to Judge Freeman, Judge Stephenson, and Bobbi Bollington, Executive Director of the Bar.

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

Districts 1, 3, 4 and 5 voted AYE.

Continuation of a public hearing to consider the Heathrow Town Center Development of Regional Impact (DRI) Notice of Proposed Change for property located at the northwest corner of Interstate 4 and CR 46A, as described in the proof of publication, Colonial Limited Realty Partnership.

Principal Planner, Matt West, addressed the Board to give a brief history of the DRI, advising the Department of Community Affairs (DCA) is objecting and will have written comments to him tomorrow. He added that staff hopes to have everything worked out by May 5 and would request his item be continued until May 11, 1999.

Commissioner Morris entered the meeting at this time.

Attorney Ken Wright, representing the developer, addressed the Board to state DCA has some questions and he will be meeting with them in order to resolve those. He added that he is in agreement with the continuance.

No one else spoke in support or in opposition.

Motion by Commissioner McLain, seconded by Commissioner Morris to continue until May 11, 1999 at 1:30 p.m., or as soon thereafter as possible, consideration of the Heathrow Town Center Development of Regional Impact (DRI) Notice of Proposed Change for property located at the northwest corner of Interstate 4 and CR 46A, as described in the proof of publication, Colonial Limited Realty Partnership.

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

Proof of publication, as shown on page ________, calling for a public hearing to consider an Appeal against the Board of Adjustment in approving for H.M. Lerch the following: (1) Lot size variance from 43,560 square feet to 16,811.99 square feet; (2) Variance for width at building line from 150 feet to 140.19 feet; and (3) Front yard setback variance from 50 feet to 35 feet for three contiguous lots located on the south side of Peace Valley Way, approximately 1/4 mile east of Miami Springs Road and 450 feet north of Wekiva Springs Road, J.A. Jurgens, P.A., appellant and abutting property owner, received and filed.

Zoning Coordinator, Ginny Markley, addressed the Board to present the appeal, stating Mr. Jurgens is appealing on the grounds that the variances granted did not meet the criteria for granting variances stipulated in the Seminole County Land Development Code, the property owner did not demonstrate compliance with stormwater restrictions, landscape buffering requirements, access road requirements and protection of natural resources. She advised that the standards for granting a variance are listed in the Agenda Memorandum (received & filed).

Ms. Markley advised that based on staff analysis, prior to all public hearings, staff recommends the following:

1. Special Conditions and circumstances exist which are peculiar to the land. Lot 18 was platted July 5, 1954. At that time it was a buildable parcel. It wasn't until the adoption of the A-1 zoning classification that the code necessitated the granting of a lot size and width at building line variance. The second parcel, consisting of the vacated Lots 19 through 23, was a single parcel of record and was also buildable without the necessity of a variance prior to the adoption of the A-1 classification. However, due to the vacation of the lots, the fact that they do not have deeded frontage on a public road right-of-way and they cannot meet the lot size and width requirements for the A-1 classification, the parcel is not eligible to be subdivided. The code only recognizes two lots - Lot 18 and the parcel consisting of the vacated Lots 19 through 23. The need for the front yard setback variance was a result of discussions between the Board of Adjustment, the opposition from the Sweetwater Cove residents and Mr. Lerch. The Board of Adjustment encouraged Mr. Lerch to meet with the opposition and, if necessary, to apply for a front yard setback variance in order to move the houses forward and away from the Sweetwater Cove lots.
2. The special conditions and circumstances did not result from the actions of the applicant. Lot 18 and the parcel consisting of the vacated lots, each were at one time buildable parcels and then rendered unbuildable (unless a variance is granted) when the County adopted the A-1 zoning classification.
3. The granting of the variance will not confer on the applicant any special privilege that is denied by the Ordinance to other lands in the same zoning district. On Peace Valley Way, there are four 9,000 square foot lots developed with single-family residences and there have been two lot size variances granted for Lots 18, 120 square feet in size.
4. A literal interpretation of the provisions of the ordinance would deprive the applicant of rights commonly enjoyed by other properties in the same zoning district. Again, there are several developed lots and variances that have been granted on the same street for lots similar in size.
5. A variance to allow Lots 18 through 23 to be divided into two lots would be the minimum variance that will make possible the reasonable use of the land and would be the minimum number of lots that would meet the requirements of the Subdivision Regulations.
6. The granting of variances for two lots would be in harmony with the general intent and purpose of the Ordinance and would not be injurious to the neighborhood, or otherwise detrimental to the public welfare. Two lots, approximately 25,293.59 square feet in size, would be in harmony with the lot sizes in Sweetwater Cove and Sweetwater Springs (the average lot sizes for those subdivisions are 25,003 square feet and 14,326 square feet respectively); and a 35 foot front yard setback would be in harmony with the setback of the other lots on Peace Valley Way.

Ms. Markley further advised staff recommends that the decision of the Board of Adjustment be overturned in part and instead the following to occur: (1) Grant a lot size variance to allow six lots to be divided into two lots of equal size (25,293.59 square feet each); (2) Grant a front yard setback variance from 50 feet to 35 feet; (3) Deny a lot width variance from 150 feet to 140.19 feet (the lot width variance would not be necessary for two lots); and (4) Accept the Applicant's Commitment to maintain a 35 foot rear yard setback in lieu of a 30 foot setback required by Code.

At the request of Commissioner Van Der Weide, County Attorney, Robert McMillan, explained that currently there are only two lots and the issue is whether or not to grant a variance on them to make them buildable. He said the proposal to turn this property into three lots cannot be done through the variance process. He added in order to get three lots, the applicant would be required to subdivide and would have to meet the minimum requirements of the Subdivision Regulations. He said there is no way to do a subdivision and get those three lots through the variance mechanism.

Attorney J.A. Jurgens, 200 Cove Lake, appellant and abutting property owner, addressed the Board to submit a copy of Outline for Commission Hearing (received & filed), stating since the staff has reviewed the history of the property, the issue of the two homes is more acceptable than three homes. He said he is not opposed to the request of the applicant but only the request as to buffering. He pointed out that the applicant spent $16,500 to acquire the property. He submitted Exhibits 1, 2 and 3, Assessed Values for the Sweetwater area, and advised the average land use value is $41,172. He said Mr. Lerch got a great price on the property and he questions the hardship because he could build one house on the property with the current setbacks.

Mr. Jurgens stated the property owner agreed with the Board of Adjustment to a 35-foot setback and staff has recommended this. He said the adjacent property owners are requesting that a recorded conservation easement be done for this buffer area. A copy of the Minutes and By-Laws of the meeting of the Sweetwater Oaks Homeowner's Association, Inc. (Exhibit V) was received and filed. He stated that due to the topography of the area, the subject property is significantly lower than his property and the privacy fence on his lot will not provide any visual buffering to the applicant's houses. He displayed photographs (Exhibit VI received & filed) of the back of his house and privacy fence. He also stated that he believes a buffer is necessary because there are a number of endangered species in the area. He reiterated that Mr. Lerch purchased the property at a substantial discount and believes the proposal of two houses with the buffer and conservation easement is a good compromise. He added that they would be willing to pay for the surveying cost and recording of the conservation easement and would be willing to plant additional trees. He displayed photography (received & filed) of the additional parking for the Sweetwater Baptist Church, stating not one of the trees in that area was saved. Discussion ensued.

H.M. Lerch, 107 Habersham Drive, owner of property in question, addressed the Board to state he concurs with several of the staff recommendations, but would like the Board to hear why he requested the variances for the three lots. He submitted for the Record a copy of the survey of the Sweetwater Springs PUD. He said the three lots would fit in nicely between the single family lots to the east and west and the homes along the access road. He displayed photographs (received & filed) of the area rental homes. He said without the requested variances, he would be forced to overbuild the street. He, therefore, requested the Board to grant the variances for the three lots.

Mr. McMillan clarified with Mr. Lerch that what he has now is two existing lots which neither can be built upon. He said there is no way to get three lots out of the property through the variance process. Discussion ensued.

District Commissioner Van Der Weide suggested that due to the fact that the situation has completely changed since the Board of Adjustment meeting, the Board take a five-minute break so that Mr. Lerch can discuss this with his people.

The Board, thereupon, recessed at 2:30 p.m., reconvening at 2:40 p.m. with all Commissioners present.

Mr. Lerch advised he is tired of all the discussion so he will go with the entire staff recommendation, which is a variance for two lots and a 35-foot setback in lieu of a 30 foot setback.

No one else spoke in support or in opposition.

Motion by Commissioner Van Der Weide, seconded by Commissioner Morris to grant the appeal, thereby, overturning the Board of Adjustment, in part, by granting lot size variances to create two buildable lots (25,293.59 square feet each); granting a front yard setback variance from 50 feet to 35 feet; and accepting Mr. Lerch's commitment to maintain a 35 foot rear yard setback for each lot in lieu of a 30 foot setback required by Code, for property described as located on the south side of Peace Valley Way, approximately 1/4 mile east of Miami Springs Road and 450 feet north of Wekiva Springs Road, as described in the proof of publication, J.A. Jurgens, P.A.

Under discussion and upon inquiry by Commissioner Morris, Commissioner Van Der Weide stated the motion includes denying a lot width variance from 150 feet to 140.19 feet.

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

Proof of publication, as shown on page _______, calling for a public hearing to consider Mid-Year Budget Amendment Request in the amount of $33,020,667 for various funds, recognizing 1998/99 actual beginning fund balances and adjust reserves, operating, and capital expenditure budgets accordingly, received and filed.

Fiscal Services Director, Cindy Hall, addressed the Board to briefly discuss the request.

No one spoke in support or in opposition.

Motion by Commissioner Morris, seconded by Commissioner Maloy to adopt appropriate Resolution #99-R-63, as shown on page ________, Mid-Year Budget Amendment Request in the amount of $33,020,667 for various funds, recognizing 1998/99 actual beginning fund balances and adjust reserves, operating, and capital expenditure budgets accordingly, as described in the proof of publication.

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

Proof of publication, as shown on page _______, calling for a public hearing to consider exchange of property necessary for roadway improvements to McCulloch Road (a/k/a County Line Road) with Paul & Joan Musante, received and filed.

County Engineer, Jerry McCollum, addressed the Board to advise the Musantes have agreed to swap their portion of McCulloch Road for an easement on their property. This will enable the road to be paved.

No one spoke in support or in opposition.

District Commissioner Maloy suggested sending the Musantes a letter expressing the County's appreciation for the swap.

Motion by Commissioner Maloy, seconded by Commissioner Morris to adopt appropriate Resolution #99-R-64, as shown on page _______, accepting Warranty Deed, as shown on page _______, from Paul & Joan Musante to Seminole County; and authorizing the Chairman to execute a County Deed, as shown on page _______, from Seminole County to Paul & Joan Musante, for the exchange of property necessary for roadway improvements to McCulloch Road (a/k/a County Line Road), as described in the proof of publication.

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

Commissioner Maloy stated he feels comfortable in approving the LYNX Intergovernmental Agreement with the new information (received & filed) provided to him.

Motion by Commissioner Morris, seconded by Commissioner Maloy to authorize the Chairman to execute Intergovernmental Agreement, as shown on page ______, for the purchase of buses using the County's One Cent Infrastructure Sales Surtax Funds as agreed upon during the FY 1998/99 budget process.

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

Motion by Commissioner Morris, seconded by Commissioner McLain to continue until the next available meeting consideration of request to declare surplus and competitively bid the sale of a 4.936 acre site located in Section 6, Township 20, South Range 30 East, Seminole County.

Under discussion, Commissioner Morris stated he believes this item needs additional consideration by the Board and staff as to the valuation of the property.

Commissioner McLain stated the County's trail will be running through this area and questioned if the staff can work out something that is beneficial to the County's park amenities.

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

The Chairman briefly discussed the update of the Title Loan Legislation, stating he believes the Board should direct the County Attorney to move forward with development of an ordinance in order to protect the citizens of Seminole County. Copy of the Tallahassee Democrat was received and filed.

Motion by Commissioner McLain, seconded by Commissioner Morris to direct the County Attorney to move forward with an ordinance on title loans with a maximum of 30%.

Under discussion, Commissioner Van Der Weide stated he would like to expand that direction to include check cashing and a work session relative to pawn shop charges.

Commissioners McLain and Morris agreed to include Commissioner Van Der Weide's request in the motion.

Commissioner Van Der Weide also stated he would like the Chairman and staff to look into a regional, cooperative effort (consisting of the abutting counties) with regard to this ordinance.

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

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The Chairman discussed Seminole Government TV, advising at the present time the County has a 24-hour station and is only using four hours. He said he would like staff to look at this and determine where the County is and where they would like to be in five years. He suggested the Board direct the Acting County Manager to set up a committee to give the Board recommendations.

Commissioner Morris concurred with the Chairman, stating he believes a work session should be held prior to Budget in order to see what is necessary.

The Board, by unanimous consensus, directed the Acting County Manager to review the operation of SGTV and to establish a committee to review the operation and to give the Board input and recommendations; and to schedule a work session regarding same prior to the budget hearings.

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The Chairman briefly reported on the trip to New York relative to the Seminole County's bond rating and commended staff for an excellent presentation.

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

1. Letter dated 4/13/99 to BCC from Paul C. Palmer, Jr. re: Seminole County Trail System. (cc: Acting Co. Manager, Comp. Planning Manager)

 

2. Letter dated 4/13/99 to Chairman from D. Ray Eubanks, Community Program Administrator-Dept. of Community Affairs re: Receipt of Comprehensive Plan Amendments. (cc: BCC, Acting Co. Manager, Co. Attorney, Planning & Development Director)

 

3. Memorandum dated 4/16/99 to BCC and Acting Co. Manager (with attached WAV Newsletter) from Sandi Hanlon, Specialist/Limnologist-Stormwater re: WAV Program. (cc: Public Works Director, Stormwater Environmental Engineer)

 

4. Memorandum dated 4/15/99 to BCC, Department Director, Division Managers, Co. Finance from Cindy Coto, Acting Co. Manager re: Acting Co. Manager. (cc: Co. Attorney)

 

5. Letter dated 4/14/99 to Chairman from George Percy, State Historic Preservation Officer-Fla. Department of State re: Seminole County Home. (cc: BCC, Acting Co. Manager, Library & Leisure Services Director, Sidney Johnston)

 

6. Letter dated 4/14/99 to Chairman from Senator Toni Jennings re: Recent Correspondence in opposition to video lotteries. (cc: BCC, Acting Co. Manager, Co. Attorney)

 

7. Letter dated 4/14/99 to Dr. Robert Contiguglia, President-United States Soccer Federation from Chairman re: Best Wishes on Upcoming World Cup. (cc: BCC, Tourism Director)

 

8. Copy of a letter dated 4/14/99 to Raymond Valdes-Seminole County Tax Collector (with attached estimated salary listing) from Darrel Smith, Budget Services Director-Dept. of Revenue re: Proposed salary increases. (cc: BCC)

 

9. Copy of letter dated 4/14/99 to Sonny Sutherland, Deputy Building Official from Thomas Phillips, III, CEO-Philco Construction Inc. re: Application #99A01981. (cc: BCC, Pastor Kip Parvin, Dick Curry, Matt Germino-Project Manager, Charlie Ball-Site Manager, Commercial Review Team)

 

10. Letter dated 4/14/99 to Chairman (with attachments) from Charles Gauthier, AICP, Chief, Bureau of Local Planning-Dept. of Community Affairs re: Review of Comprehensive Plan Amendments. (cc: BCC, Acting Co. Manager, Co. Attorney, Planning & Development Director, Sandra Glenn, Executive Director-ECFRPC)

 

11. Memorandum dated 4/15/99 to BCC from James Marino, Director-Public Works re: Public Works Day. (cc: Deputy Co. Manager, DPW Division Managers)

 

12. Notice and Agenda of upcoming City Council Meeting for the City of Oviedo on 4/19/99.

 

13. Memorandum dated 4/13/99 to BCC (with attached Project Schedule) from Bob Adolphe, Environmental Services Director re: Water & Wastewater Plants. (cc: Acting Co. Manager)

 

14. Copy of letter to Seminole County Board of Adjustment from Mr. & Mrs. John Roth re: Big Oaks Ranch. (cc: BCC)

 

15. Letter dated 4/12/99 to BCC from Rodney Palmer re: Seminole County Trail System. (cc: Acting Co. Manager, Comp. Planning Manager)

 

16. Letters dated 4/14/99 to all members of the Seminole County Legislative Delegation from Chairman re: Committee Substitute for SB 1370/HB 2033. (cc: BCC, Acting Co. Manager, Environmental Services Director, Bobby Brantley-Legislative Consultant, Fla. Association of Counties, Deputy Co. Attorney)

 

17. Letters dated 4/14/99 to both Honorable Tom Feeney and Honorable James Fuller from Chairman re: Light Rail system funding. (cc: Senator Toni Jennings, BCC, Acting Co. Manager, Co. Engineer, Bobby Brantley-Legislative Consultant, Deputy Co. Attorney)

 

18. Meeting notice for Stormwater Working Group meeting 4/28/99 from St. John’s River Water Management District. (cc: BCC)

 

19. Letter dated 4/9/99 to Art Ackerman (with attached appointment information form) from Chairman re: BCC Appointments. (cc: BCC)

 

20. Letter dated 4/9/99 to Chairman from Vivian Zaricki-Executive Director and Steve Swendiman-NACo FSC re: Financial Services Programs. (cc: BCC, Acting Co. Manager, Fiscal Services Director)

 

21. Notice and Agenda of upcoming Seminole County Port Authority meeting on 4/21/99.

 

22. Letter dated 4/9/99 to Cindy Coto, Acting Co. Manager (with attached Ordinances and maps) from Cynthia Bonhman, City Clerk-Oviedo re: Ordinances #1076 and 1082. (cc: Current Planning, Property Appraisers)

1. Memorandum dated 4/21/99 to Chairman (with attached listing) from Ray Valdes, Tax Collector re: Partial Abatements of 1998 Ad Valorem Taxes. (cc: Fla. Dept. of Revenue, BCC, Acting Co. Manager, Fiscal Services Director)

 

2. Copy of letter dated 4/23/99 to Thomas Stephan, Esq. from Gregory Hass, Assistant Co. Attorney re: Betty Jo Clark. (cc: BCC, Acting Co. Manager, Library & Leisure Services Director, Library Services Manager, Administrative Services Manager, Deputy Co. Attorney)

 

3. Memorandum dated 4/23/99 to BCC (with attached articles) from Lonnie Groot, Deputy Co. Attorney re: Legislation-Intangible Tax Reform. (cc: Acting Co. Manager, Fiscal Services Director)

 

4. Letter dated 4/11/99 to Mayor/City Commissioners-Altamonte Springs from Robert Fortune re: Traffic on Montgomery Road. (cc: BCC, Acting Co. Manager, Public Works Director, Roads Manager)

 

5. Letter dated 4/21/99 to Chairman from Darrel Kelley re: Company commitments in Seminole County. (cc: BCC, Acting Co. Manager, EDC)

 

6. Memorandum dated 4/22/99 to BCC from Ray Valdes, Tax Collector re: Commission on Collections. (cc: Co. Finance Director)

 

7. Letter dated 4/19/99 to Chairman from Grey Wilson re: Cross Seminole Trail. (cc: BCC, Acting Co. Manager, Planning & Development Director, Library & Leisure Services Director)

 

8. Letter dated 4/19/99 to Property Owner from Susan Malatino, Senior Land Agent-Fla. Power re: Community Information Meeting 4/28/99. (cc: BCC, Acting Co. Manager)

 

9. Copy of memorandum dated 4/22/99 to Kelly Loll, Purchasing Manager from Henry Brown, Assistant Co. Attorney re: Seminole County v. Boyle Investment Co. (cc: BCC, Engineering Accountant, Road Project Acquisition Manager, Contracts Analyst)

 

10. Letter dated 4/19/99 to Chairman from Major Harding, Chief Justice-Supreme Court of Fla. re: Comprehensive inventory of trial court budgets and expenditures. (cc: BCC, Acting Co. Manager, Fiscal Services Director, Co. Attorney, Clerk of Court, Fla. Association of Counties, Chief Judge Moxley, Jr.)

 

11. Facsimile memorandum dated 4/19/99 to FAC Board of Directors from Commissioner Rudy Maloy, President-FAC re: Interim Executive Director. (cc: Vivian Zaricki, Mary Kay Cariseo, BCC, Acting Co. Manager, Co. Attorney)

 

12. Facsimile memorandum dated 4/19/99 to FAC Board of Directors from Vivian Zaricki, Executive Director re: Resignation. (cc: BCC, Acting Co. Manager, Co. Attorney)

 

13. Letters of appreciation dated 4/19/99 to the following for recent donations to Animal Control Division from Kenneth Roberts, Public Safety Director: Harold Frazee, George Stickler, Cynthia Carpenter, Ellen Thomas, Barbara Haynie, Jeanne Haynes Ham, Jon Lanenga, Sprint Telecenters.

 

14. Copy of letters to Governor Bush and all Florida Cabinet Members dated 4/14/99 from all Board members re: Resolution opposing expanding gambling in Fla. (Acting Co. Manager, Bobby Brantley-Legislative Consultant, Deputy Co. Attorney, Fla. Association of Counties)

Commissioner Morris advised he attended the National Crime Victims Week "Silent No More" luncheon held today.

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Motion by Commissioner Morris, seconded by Commissioner Maloy to appoint Greg Stubbs (4-year term to expire 01/01/03) and Brian Overby (rotating appointment to expire 01/01/01) to the Seminole County Industrial Development Authority (SCIDA).

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

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Commissioner Van Der Weide discussed request from the Fox Wood Homeowners Association concerning repairing broken sidewalks along Hunt Club Boulevard and Sand Lake. He said he hopes this issue is addressed during the May 18, 1999 work session on sidewalks as this would set a precedence for all sidewalks.

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Commissioner Maloy advised of complaints with regard to the equestrian trail along the Cross Seminole Trail. He reminded the Board that they agreed to put the equestrian trail along the south side due to complaints from the residents on the north. However, since then, the residents on the south have voiced the same complaints.

Commissioner McLain stated this is a decision the Board made in September of last year and now it is almost May and it is still being discussed. He suggested scheduling a work session within the next 30 days with all parties involved.

Motion by Commissioner Maloy, seconded by Commissioner Morris to direct staff to take no action on the trail until a work session is scheduled with all parties to be contacted, and until an additional assessment is done on the erosion on the south side.

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

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Commissioner Maloy stated he would like to reactivate the Program Review Committee (PRC) so that they can develop guidelines for privatization. Discussion ensued.

Commissioner McLain stated maybe the Board should hear from the PRC Chairman on this issue. Commissioner Morris also suggested speaking with the Chairman and then bringing this back for Board consideration. He added that he has no objections to reactivating the committee.

Motion by Commissioner Maloy, seconded by Commissioner Van Der Weide to reactivate the Program Review Committee with the task of developing guidelines for marketization; and to direct the Acting County Manager to contact the Committee to see if they are interested and to report back to the Board within 45 days on a scope of work.

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

Chairman Henley distributed a copy of the Metroplan Board Meeting Highlights (received & filed) dated April 14, 1999.

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Commissioner Morris advised that the ECFRPC appointed him Treasurer.

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Commissioner Maloy reported that during the LYNX meeting, it seemed that the City of Orlando and Orange County are working out the light rail issue.

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There being no further business to come before the Board, the Chairman declared the meeting adjourned at 3:45 p.m., this same date.

ATTEST:_______________________Clerk_____________________Chairman

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