Official Minutes of MARION COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY

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Official Minutes of
MARION COUNTY
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
October 6, 2015
The Marion County Board of County Commissioners met in regular session in
Commission Chambers at 9:07 a.m. on Tuesday, October 6, 2015 at the Marion County
Governmental Complex located in Ocala, Florida.
The meeting opened with invocation by Chairman McClain and the Pledge of
Allegiance to the Flag of our Country.
Upon roll call the following members were present: Chairman Stan McClain,
District 3; Commissioner David Moore, District 1; and Commissioner Carl Zalak, District
4. Vice-Chairman Kathy Bryant, District 2; and Commissioner Earl Arnett, District 5,
arrived shortly after the meeting commenced . Also present were County Attorney
Matthew G. Minter and Interim County Administrator Mounir Bouyounes. It was noted that
Clerk David R. Ellspermann was absent due to a prior commitment.
Commissioners - Chairman McClain addressed upcoming scheduled meetings as
listed on the Commission Calendar (Item 12B).
Projects & Programs/Proclamations - (1.A. through H.) - Upon motion of
Commissioner Zalak, seconded by Commissioner Moore, the Board by a vote of 3-0
approved and/or ratified the following:
A. Proclamation designating the month of October, 2015 as "Ocala Pumpkin
Run Month".
B. Proclamation designating the month of October, 2015 as "Florida
Manufacturing Month".
C. Proclamation designating October 11, 2015 as "Daughters of the American
Revolution Day".
D. Proclamation designating the month of October, 2015 as "Community
Planning Month".
E. Proclamation designating the week of October 11 through 17, 2015 as
"Mediation Week".
F. Proclamation designating the week of October 4 through 10,2015 as "4-H
Week in Marion County".
G. Proclamation congratulating Eric Daniel Kutz upon attaining the status of
Eagle Scout in the Boy Scouts of America organization
H. Proclamation designating October 7, 2015 as "National Walk Our Children
to School Day".
Proclamations - (1.E.) - Chairman McClain advised that he will move Item 1E up,
noting Judge Landt is present and has a docket that he needs to get back to shortly.
Commissioner Bryant arrived at 9:09 a.m.
On behalf of the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) , Chairman McClain
wished Judge Landt a belated birthday, noting his birthday was yesterday.
The Board presented the Proclamation recognizing the week of October 11
through 17, 2015 as "Mediation Week" to Marion County Court Judge Robert E. Landt,
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Chief Deputy Court Administrator Todd J. Tuzzolino, Court Mediation Services
nator Mavin
VOlunteer-County Court Mediator Judy Donohue
Volunteer-County Court Mediator Ron Lebio.
Judge Landt thanked
Board and County for its support, noting over 1,100 cases
He
the
were mediated last
and
. look forward to mediating more this
program is working wonderfully for which County Administration and Mediation
Administration deserve a lot of credit. Judge ndt advised that
State
middle portion of
lecrea Marion County to be a training site for the
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the Proclamation recogn
5 as "Florida Manufacturing Month" to Chairman Trent
of Directors of
Mid-FL Regional Manufacturers Association and the Director of
Operations, Signature Brands,
Mr. Herron expressed his appreciation to the over 12,000 manufacturers in Marion
County, noting tt-lis is a great opportunity for them to
their particular operations.
is new to Marion County and
for about 3 years, which
advised that
support .
opined is a great place. Mr. Herron thanked the
-
(i.A.) - The Board
Proclamation
nizing
month of October,
5 as "Ocala Pumpkin Run Month" to John Duggan.
Mr. Duggan thanked the County and the Tourist Development Council (TDC).
without them
the
noting
could not have held the Pumpkin Run for 5
community.
noted
event will be held Friday through Sunday, on October
24
and
201 Mr. Duggan stated
have around 2,500 cars
commented on the
under are admitted free.
stated once inside
free kid's events, noting children 11
there is no charge
the kid's events
each child will
a pumpkin. Some of the
events include: monster truck
X-games, freestyle motor bikes, bicycles, Dino Runs,
found on
website at
etc. Additional information can
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~=-==::.:...:...:..:=;..:...:,,;::c - (1. ) - The Board presented
Proclamation recognizing
October 11, 2015 as "Daughters of
American Revolution Day" to Chaplain Tevis
Fitzpatrick,
of the American Revolution (DAR) and 2 other representatives.
Ms. Fitzpatrick
on volunteer
which the DAR does by
protecting
Constitution, American history and showing their patriotism. She
DAR members provide for children's education by reading to children at
library
distributing information to
about American history. Ms. Fitzpatrick thanked the BCC
and Ocala City Council for supporting
Another DAR representative advised that Sunday, October 11, 2015 is the original
Founding Day of the National
Daughters of
American Revolution (NSDAR).
125th anniversary celebration of the NSDAR at 3:00
She invited
public to attend
m. on October 11th at
King property in conjunction with the Fort King Heritage
Association for a short program and refreshments.
Proclamations - (1.D.) - The Board presented the Proclamation recognizing the
month of October, 2015 as "Community Planning Month" to Growth Services
lia Cox, Strategic
Project Manager Kevin
Sam Martsolf, Planner II
Senior Planner Chris
Mr. Martsolf introduced part of
planning team, noting the National Planning
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Month theme this
was Healthy Community Healthy People, which highlights things
that occur in a developed community that promotes health, such as sidewalks, bike lanes,
walking trails, open spaces, recreation
All of which are part of the Planning
process, which the planning team does behind the scenes. He advised that they are
celebrating themselves with an Open House at the Growth Services Department on
Thursday, October 1 2015 from
p.m. to
m. where programs on the history
and planning in Marion County, as well as National
Planning and
of
things involving the Flood
A graduate
from the University of
(UF) is
coming in
a thesis on modern tools
techniques for planning. Mr. Martsolf invited
everyone to attend the Open House .
(1.F.) Board
the Proclamation recognizing the
15 as "4-H Week in Marion County" to Ryan Stewart,
of October 4 through 10,
Cooperative Extension
Director David Holmes,
Extension Agents, 4-H,
Ashley
and
Carden.
Ms. Stewart
she is fortunate to work in a county with such outstanding
She introduced Tim
youths, noting she and Ms. Carden both enjoy working with
Program; Mr. Caswell
and Ryan Stewart, who are both very involved in the
County District level, as well as a State
at the County District level and Mr. Stewart
Officer.
Mr. Stewart thanked everyone for their continued support of
Florida
Program. He noted Marion County reached 3,000 youths through school enrichment
clubs, community clubs, special
clubs and the Florida
Camping
. All
skills in leadership,
responsibility and
of these allow them to develop
communication.
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Grants/Projects & Programs/Resolutions - (9.B.) - Chairman McClain
moved forward.
recommended Item 9B in regard to Allied Specialty Vehicles, Inc.
seconded by Commissioner Moore,
A motion was made by Commissioner
to consider moving Item
forward.
motion was unanimously approved by the Board
(4-0).
Interim County Administrator Bouyounes
the following recommendation
in regard to a Resolution finding Allied Specialty Vehicles, Inc. eligible as a qualified
applicant in
Qualified
Industry (QTI) Tax
Program
awarding
as a local financial
a $13,500
Development Financial Incentive
match:
Description/Background: Allied Specialty
Inc. is a manufacturer
trucks, ambulances and other emergency vehicles and is establishing a
operation in Marion County.
company is proposing
manufacturing and
to
up to 45 new to Marion County jobs within
months with an average
annual wage
1,600, meeting or exceeding 115 percent of the county's
and renovate an
average annual wage. The company
to pu
existing facility with a capital investment of $4.5 million.
award of a
3,500 Economic Development Financial
Staff is recommending
Incentive Grant
to Allied Specialty Vehicles over a period of five years,
which will be paid annually up to
This grant is a $13,500 local financial
match to qualify
company for participation in the State of Florida's Qualified
Target Industry (QTI) Tax
Program.
City of
will be
the
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county's 10 percent contribution in the amount of $13,500 for a total local QTI
...... ""tl"h of $27,000. The county's .investment in the state's consideration
QTI
tax refund grant will leverage an additional $108,000 in
to the company
county, city
from
The proposed QTI award will total $135,000 from
and state.
Budget/Impact: Neutral, expenditure of up to $2,700 as approved in FY 15/16
101 (Aid to Private Organizations).
total
budget from account 001-1
paid over five years. Marion County's local
project amount is $13,500 to
year in an amount not to
financial responsibility will be invoiced by the
exceed $2,700.
Action: Motion to
a Resolution for
Specialty
Inc. as a Florida Qualified
Industry
and Awarding a
$13,500 Economic Development Financial Incentive Grant as a Local Financial
Match to support
creation of up to 45 new to Marion County Jobs.
President
Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Kevin Sheilley, Ocala/Marion County
Community Economic Partnership (CEP), commented on a new manufacturer wanting to
locate
Marion County, particularly in light of National Manufacturer Month The Board
is being
to consider the County's portion of
local match for the QTI in
to
Allied Specialty Vehicles, Inc. (ASV), who is looking to put a new facility here. in Marion
County. ASV is
parent
of E-1, one of Marion County's
employers;
however, this will
a completely different facility and company. ASV will be looking
the remanufacture of ambulances and is looking purchasing an existing facility, as well
as
$4,000,000 in building
equipment. ASV will
45
with an
average wage of nearly $42,000 over the next couple of years.
County's portion of
QTI is $13,500 to be
out over a 5 year period
in 201 pending their
they will
to earn
completion, as it is performance based
incentives.
Mr. Sheilley stated this is a pretty good return on investments (ROI) for
County,
noting the same ask will
made to the Ocala City Council at their meeting tonight.
Chairman McClain
the floor to public comment.
no public comment, Chairman McClain advised that public comment
There
is now closed.
A motion was
by Commissioner Zalak, seconded by Commissioner Moore,
to adopt Resolution 1
1 finding Allied Specialty Vehicles,
eligible as a qualified
Refund Program and awarding a $13,500
The
applicant in Florida's QTI
motion was unanimously approved by the
(5-0). Resolution 1
1 is entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF
E BOARD
COUNTY COMMISSION
OF
MARION COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOMMENDING ALLIED
IALTY
AN ELiG
APPLICANT
ICLES, INC. BE APPROVED
PURSUANT TO SECTION 288.106, FLORIDA STATUES AND
$13,500
A LOCAL
PROVI NG FOR AN APPROPRIATION OF UP
DA'S QUALIFIED
NANCIAL MATCH
PARTICIPATION IN
INDUSTRY
REFUND PROGRAM; PROVIDING AN
(2.A.) Camargo,
need for law enforcement protection in Whispering
that
attended
public
regarding the
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commented on
30th
subdivision. She advised
which
opined was
October 6, 2015
enlightening. Ms. Camargo asked how the BCC expects the Marion County Sheriff's
Office (MCSO) to perform without cars, tazers and body cameras, noting the crime rate
is down. She asked the Board to do the right thing and fund the MCSO. Ms. Camargo
noted Chairman McClain said it best in his op-ed article in the Ocala Star Banner
newspaper in regard to MCSO needing more boots on the ground. She advised that she
went online and found out that the Sheriff's Department is currently $30 ,000,000 under
budget.
County Employees/Districts - (2.B .1.) - Jay Boardman, SE 50 th Terrace,
President, Professional Firefighters of Marion County, noted over the past 12 months 70
employees have been lost. The majority have left Marion County Fire Rescue (MCFR) for
better wages and salaries to other departments.
Commissioner Bryant out at 9:43 a.m.
Mr. Boardman noted it costs roughly $14,000 to prepare and train each employee
for their first 9-1-1 emergency. He advised that $14,000 times 70 employees equates to
$980,000 in the last fiscal year (FY) that left MCFR, with their experience and no ROI was
received. Over the last 4 years 220 employees have been lost, which is roughly
$3,000 ,000 that the County invested in those employees who left MCFR for other
departments. Mr. Boardman stated they expect to lose approximately 125 employees
next year due to the statewide retirement boom in Fire Services .
Commissioner Bryant returned at 9:45 a.m .
He advised that departments within the state are already preparing for the retirement
boom, as they are starting to hire, test and fill those positions. MCFR is already 60
positions short on top of the 125 employees they expect to lose next year and by the end
of next year will have replaced 185 employees at an expense of about $2.5 million. Adding
the $2 .5 million to the $3,000,000 already lost equates to $5.5 million in 5 years where
the County will receive no ROI.
Mr. Boardman noted other departments who are hiring are looking for trained
people . He asked the Board to take this into consideration when discussing the wage
proposal/salary adjustments for FY 2015-16 .
Budgets/Libraries - (2.B.2.) - Jim Taudte, North Highway 314A, thanked the Board
for funding for the library. He stated he looks forward to being able to increase library
funding more next year.
County Property - (2 .B.3.) - Patricia Keith , SW 85 th Place, noted she is a retired
school administrator and commented on the ongoing debate about the Confederate flag .
She advised that she supports removing the Confederate flag and placing it in the existing
museum .
John F. Horrighs, SE 33 rd Avenue, Commander of General Eugene A. Carr Post
of the Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War (SUVCW), spoke in favor of the Historical
Commission recommendation in regard to the 5 Flags over Florida display.
Nancy Carp, SW 96 th Lane, stated the Confederate flag is a negative, not a positive
symbol and belongs in a museum. She opined that the flag should be removed from
government property .
Helen Ogren, SW 89 th Loop, stated the Confederate flag should be part of history,
but not flown again.
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his DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid)
Roger W. Lippincott, NE 25th Avenue,
in the Revolution
dates back to about 1615 from England.
forefathers
as in the Civil War
both sides) and should
the King of England, as
of cloth that should not
remembered.
stated the Confederate flag is a symbol, a
be forgotten.
.
Commissioner Arnett arrived
10:02 a.m.
McCoy, stated
BCC
a
Peggy Hostetler, NE 216 th Court,
is seen by
responsibility
residents of Marion County, noting the Confederate
many as a symbol of white supremacy in opposition to racial equality and should be taken
down to honor all people as equal.
Reverend
Onnie,
Weir,
that she will vigorously
the right of individuals to fly flags on
own property, but noted government property
is different.
stated the
has a unique opportunity send a
that Marion
County honors history.
the
flag is misunderstood, noting
Judy Rainey, NE 28th Court,
rd
that
supporting
flag
the 3 National flag never flew over a slave. She
work,
have let their voices be heard. Ms.
may be small in numbers as most
Rainey
the Board
implement
Historical Commission recommendation
over Florida display.
the 3rd National flag flying with the 5
th
NE 28 Court, noted
the decision is the BCC will not please
Robert
all of
people.
submitted that
Historical Commission's recommendation makes
on the h
trail on
King.
perfect common sense include the Confederate
rds, SE 140th
Summerfield, stated
who want the
Julius
Confederate
taken down
placed in a museum display case where history belongs
the flag as a symbol of
racial oppression, unjust imprisonment, lynching,
execution of mobs, segregation and bigotry that would deny voting rights, due process,
public accommodation, employment
educational opportunity.
asked
the
County
display and endorsement of public racism today by immediately removing
the flags and placing them in a museum.
(2.B.4.) Knechtel,
97 th
Summerfield, questioned whether any changes were made to the Mcintosh and
libraries or if they are
open 3 days a week. Chairman McClain advised that
operating hours did not
In
to Mr.
Chairman McClain
there is no proposed
at this point, but noted
County is discussions
the Fire U
He stated
Union and another
is in
a proposal was
but was rejected by
negotiations.
Mr. Knechtel commented on
to the
date for Marion County Utilities
Security.
(MCU) billings for water and
the
to be mindful of those on
Mr. Knechtel commented on
Marion County Airport (Dunnellon Airport) budget,
which was set at
million; however, the
budget showed $3,130,000. Chairman
McClain advised that a grant was applied for and funding was received through the
and some hangars,
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to build a new
would have
included in the budget.
Commissioner Zalak noted that operationally, the budget did not change.
Mr. Knechtel stated that in
beginning
budget
he opined
County
hit the County and asked what
was doing well, but as time went on unforeseen
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happened to all of his money. He advised that he has not been himself of late due to a
recent hospital stay, but is getting better every day.
Government Property - (2.B .5.) - Sara Clifton, NE 11th Circle, advised that she
would like the 3rd National flag of the Confederacy presently flying at the Fallen Officer's
Memorial to be moved . She stated she does not want the Confederate flag shoved in a
drawer, burned , destroyed , forgotten, or flying on government property.
Bruce Seaman, Pecan Drive, commented on the Bridge's Project, which has made
note of the term "public racism" that denotes instances when publicly accountable
institutions implicitly or explicitly endorse and support racist attitudes. The current focus
on the most obvious of public racism; the Confederate flag flies in honor as an official
government function over its citizens . He recommended the Board immediately remove
the flags to a museum display case and end this public racism .
Whitfield Jenkins, NW 24th Road, stated he attended most of the meetings, noting
much has been described on both sides; however, his personal feelings is that peoples
positions will never change. He commented on the City of Ocala's leadership holding a
racial culture unity breakfast this morning and their program agenda; then coming to the
BCC 'meeting an hour later in regard to an issue that divides the community, which is
worthy of pause to consider.
Judy Etzler, NW 219 th Street Road, commented on the Historical Commission
vacancies and stated the museum must reflect a true history of Marion County. Her desire
is to include African-American history in the museum to balance it all out. She noted a lot
of African-American history is located in another museum and opined that it would be a
wonderful idea to combine the two into 1 museum. Ms. Etzler stated she also wants the
Confederate flag sheltered in the museum and not displayed on county property.
In response to Ms. Etzler, Chairman McClain advised that there are 5 vacancies
on the Historical Commission and anyone wishing to apply can get an application in the
Commission Office .
Advisory Committees/Subdivisions - (2.B.6.) - Henry Munoz, Marion Oaks
Boulevard, referred to Consent Agenda Item 701 in regard to the Marion Oaks
Community Center. He stated page 8 of the Policy and Procedure Manual references a
$10 lost card fee, which he opined is exorbitant. The Policy is a basis to punish renters
for using the facilities and is punitive. Mr. Munoz recommended the fee remain at $5, as
it was originally. Chairman McClain advised that the Board will pull that item and ask staff
about the fee .
County Property - (2.B.7.) - Elinor Graham, 967 SE 57 th Avenue, commented on
the ongoing issue of the Confederate flag, which she believes that the flag does need to
fly, as Ocala was a vital part and participant in the wars. She addressed the need to study
history.
Ms. Graham commented on the budgets for MCSO and MCFR. She expressed
her concerns with budget cuts and the departments being spread so thin . Ms. Graham
questioned what other departments are more worthy than MCSO and MCFR.
Dr. Joyce Blake, NW 50 th Avenue , commented on racism and stated the flag issue
needs to be resolved. She encouraged the Board to think about the future as they move
forward.
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Ken Davidson, Bahia Loop, stated he
been attending the BCC
listening to different arguments and one thing
is evident is that we can
to
questioned what is for
good of Marion County and how we can move
forward and come together rather than being divisive. It is a
of perception
less of
opinion or feelings.
Cathy Long,
89 th Street, commented on the Confederate flag, which she opines
does not belong on county property.
advised that she conducted
on the
area and found past history of Indian tribes who lived here, such as the
and
Seminole Indians; however, none of
flags are flying, Ms. Long stated we are
supposed to be one nation under God and should be one nation under 1 flag.
Jerone Gamble, SE 110th Street, voiced his opposition to
flying of
flag on public property, but is delig
with the conversation taking place
as it should raise awareness of the division that is occurring in
community, as well as
disparities that exist
the African-American population and the majority. He
0"""_".., that the Board give
consideration to making a difference in the life of the
whole community, which is not a black or white issue, but a Marion County issue.
response to a question
the audience, Chairman McClain advised that if
anyone
to
a comment it needs to
made now as the Board will move
through its
and will take care of this matter in
order it is listed .
th
Judy Delk, SE 46
opined that she
heard an
lot of history
espoused here over the last few months, both accurate and
noting
Confederate
flag will
raise anyone's standard of living without some education. She commented
on today's youth visiting museums, noting children will not ask questions if
do not
see the flags. Ms. Delk noted the flag in question is not the battle flag.
Chuck
NE
Place, stated atrocities happen, noting
is no way to
away from our history. He noted history will not be changed by taking down a flag
agreed
1 of the 2
selected by the Historical Commission should fly these flags.
Dorrick Nurse, SW 35 th Avenue Road,
that he
heard a lot of history
this moming, but cannot determine the accuracy or inaccuracy of
history nor can he
ine the motives of
historians.
stated what
does know is that history is
always written by
winners, never the Ir.~,cr~
Tom Orr, SW 87 th Place, commented on the flags behind the Commissioners,
noting
Confederate
is not one of them.
Carolyn Preston, NW 20 th
stated if
Confederate flag is
in a
historical display will the County also include anything about slavery. She opined that the
Confederate
is a part of
but
should not have to
it every day.
made a comparison statement
the holocaust;
Angela White, SW 1141h
there is no place in
German community
one will see the hanging of a flag with
a swastika,
opined that one cannot even go
Germany and see a swastika flag in
the face of the Jewish community. Ms. White stated it is wrong to represent an atrocity
such as what happened in
holocaust, which she opines is the same thing
with
the Confederate
Chairman McClain advised that public comment is now closed.
(3.A. through E.) motion was made by Commissioner Bryant,
12
seconded by Commissioner
to adopt
meeting minutes of August 4 (2
and 18 (2 sets),
1 The motion was unanimously approved by the
(5-0).
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Grants/Sheriff - (4 .A.) - The Board considered the following recommendation from
Grants Coordinator Caitlin Edwards, MCSO, regarding the 2015-2016 Citizen's
Emergency Response Teams (CERT) and Citizen Corps Program Award Acceptance
Letters:
Description/Background: At the July 7, 2015 Board meeting the Board approved
the Marion County Sheriff's Office to apply for the 2015-2016 CERT and Citizens
Corps grants for Emergency Management. The Marion County Sheriff's Office has
been awarded $5,720 for each award. Once the award acceptance letters have
been returned to the State a copy of the agreement will be provided for signature
by the Chairman.
Budget Impact: Grant revenue of $11 ,440 (no local match required).
Recommended Action : Motion to authorize the Board Chair to sign the award
acceptance letters.
A motion was made by Commissioner Bryant, seconded by Commissioner Moore,
to approve and execute the award acceptance letters. The motion was unanimously
approved by the Board (5-0).
Grants/Sheriff - (4.B.) - The Board considered the following recommendation from
Grants Coordinator Caitlin Edwards, MCSO, regarding the 2015-2016 Countywide
Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) :
Description/Background : Attached please find 2 copies of the above grant
application. This grant award will be used to fund overtime for the stake out teams
which are used to monitor bait cars and patrol high crime areas for suspicious
people and activity. The Board approved the Marion County Sheriff's Office to
apply for this grant at the August 18th , BOCC meeting .
Budget Impact: Grant revenue of $33,433 (no local match required).
Recommended Action: Motion to authorize the Board Chair to sign two original
applications.
to approve and execute the Application for Funding Assistance to the Florida Department
of Law Enforcement, Justice Assistance Grant - County-wide . The motion was
unanimously approved by the Board (5-0) .
(Ed . Note: BOCC is an acronym for Board of County Commissioners.)
Budgets/Resolutions - (5.A.1 . and 2.) - Upon motion of Commissioner Bryant,
seconded by Commissioner Moore, the Board adopted the following Budget Amendment
Resolutions as presented by Clerk Ellspermann's Office:
1. 15-R-442 transferring $21 ,343 within the Dunnellon Airport Authority Fund
for the Dunnellon Airport.
2. 15-R-443 transferring $12 ,000 within the Marion County Utilities Fund for
the Utilities - Wastewater Maintenance.
Upon motion of Commissioner Moore, seconded by Commissioner Bryant, the
Board acted on the Consent Agenda for Administration item 7.A.1 ., Animal Services item
7.B.1., Community Services item 7.C .1., MSTU item 7.D.1., Procurement Services items
7.E.1. through 8., Tourist Development item 7.F.1., and Transportation - County Engineer
items 7.G.1. through 4., as follows:
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considered
following recommendation from Interim County Ad
Mounir
Bouyounes regarding the promotional activities calendar promoting public
and
education initiatives from the Crime Prevention
for fiscal year (FY) 15/16, as well as
d
for staff
present any
expenditures from this fund not included in
plan to the
for consideration:
Description/Background: Pursuant
State Statute 775.083 Section (2), Marion
County proposes a public education campaign for
Year 2015-16 to promote
on crime prevention.
campaign will include
public
messages
monthly public service announcements
to be distributed via media
channels including radio, TV, billboards and digital outlets.
announcement
will provide audiences general tips for protecting themselves and/or their
belong
15/16 budget.
Budget/Impact: Neutral;
itures as approved in the
Recommended Action: Motion to approve proposed promotional
and
staff to present for
consideration any future
is not included in the attached
iture out of the Crime Prevention Fund
plan.
Commissioner Arnett
County Attorney Minter
ress his interpretation
the statute regulating the
Prevention Fund. Mr. Minter repeated what he
previously addressed in regard to the specific Statutes
the Crime Prevention
which is
brief, noting
is no case law that would
controlling
interprets
statute. When the Court looks at a statute they read it to determine whether it is
ambiguous on
If am biguous on its
then the
looks at
legislative
history. In this case Statute
states that a county shall account for
separately from other county funds as crime prevention funds. To
with, the
states that the County is account for
funds and
not say that
Sheriff
to account for the funds.
statute further states that
county, in consultation with
Sheriff,
expend such funds for crime prevention programs in
county,
including safe neighborhood programs.
Mr. Minter
that what brought this up in the last 12 months is that the County
actually had not been monitoring those funds in
the statute contemplates.
Basically,
Sheriff had
expending funds and then coming in and
the county
do a transfer from another fund where the money had already
expended from the
Crime Prevention
Clearly,
statute
contemplate that type of procedure.
does
that the sheriff shall
the funds in consultation with the
legislature is deemed to know what it is doing when it
a Statute.
In comparison,
Statute dealing with concealed firearm permits (Statute
790.06(14)
that all
received by
sheriff
to the provisions of this
shall be deposited into
general revenue fund of
county and
be
that
is an example a statute that makes
to the sheriff. Mr. Minter
it clear
expressly
that
funds shall
budgeted to
sheriff, which is not
what the Crime Prevention Fund statute
He
another
(367.045)
dealing with consideration
to one
or another
water
sewer utility
with the Public Service Commission (PSC). A provision in that section
with
the
wants to
a new
or franchise area
when a party is coming
for a new utility. In that case the statute
that the
shall consider, but is not bound
by the
comprehensive plan.
consider is similar to consult with; the legislature
960, Book U
October 6, 2015
is required to consider or consult with the local comprehensive plan, but they are not
bound by what is in that plan . Using those examples, again it seems that the statute is
clear that the fund is the county's fund; the county is responsible for the expenditures of
those funds, but at the same time, the statute clearly contemplates that the county in
expending those funds must consult with the sheriff. It does not mean that the county is
necessarily bound by the input from the sheriff as to this particular fund, but it does mean
that the county will consider the input of the chief law enforcement officer of the county in
making decisions on how those funds will be expended .
Mr. Minter reiterated that there is no case law that interprets this, but this is his
guidance to the Board.
Gregg Jerald, Attorney, Marion County Sheriffs Office (MCSO), briefly elaborated
the Sheriff's position for today's purposes. The statute as Mr. Minter clearly stated calls
for the consultation of BCC with the Sheriff in the expenditure of the funds. As of today,
there has been no consultation; however, he is aware that a meeting is scheduled for
Thursday.
Commissioner Zalak interjected that 2 meetings were scheduled the week before
the final budget hearing; however, an incident occurred on Tuesday morning and the
Sheriff canceled the meeting 30 minutes before it was to occur. The Sheriffs Office gave
the next date, for the next Thursday morning, which the Sheriff again canceled. He opined
that the County has done everything, including sending the Sheriff the public service
announcements (PSAs), but has heard nothing back. The County has made every effort
above and beyond in scheduling multiple meetings trying to get the Sheriff at the table.
Hopefully, the Sheriff will show up for the next meeting on Thursday. Mr. Jerald advised
that he understands that is the plan.
Mr. Jerald stated the consultation has not occurred, which the statute clearly
contemplates. He opined that a plain reading of the statute would make a vote on the
matter premature when there has been no consultation with the sheriff, which is a
prerequisite to taking the action the Board proposes for today's purposes.
General discussion ensued.
A motion was made by Commissioner Bryant, seconded by Commissioner Arnett,
to postpone this matter until the next BCC meeting on Tuesday, October 20, 2015. The
motion was unanimously approved by the Board (5-0).
Animal Control/Resolutions - (7.B .1.) - The Board accepted the following
recommendation from Animal Services Director Deborah Horvath to adopt Resolution 15
R-444 authorizing the creation of a Prison Dog Program account:
Description/Background: Marion County Animal Services is partnering with the
Florida Department of Corrections for the purpose of improving behavior of less
adoptable dogs by allowing Marion Correctional Institution inmates to train them to
increase their chances for adoption. The dogs would stay with their handler
(inmate) for eight weeks, learn obedience and basic manners; and thereafter, the
dogs would be returned for a special adoption program .
Animal Services is requesting to establish a project account for the purpose of
receiving contributions and providing expenditures for operation of the Prison Dog
Program.
Budget/Impact: None.
Book U, Page 961
October
5
Recommended Action: Motion
approve
resolution to authorize the
of a project account for the Prison Dog h'rr'\rlr!:lOrn and
the
and Clerk
execute
same.
=":":'===:...!....!..:'-'-==-:..!.=-'-''''''-'--'''.!...:==.!.!...!..;:L - (7. C. 1.) Boa rd accepted the followi ng
recommendation from Community Services
Cheryl Amey to approve Change
Order NO.7 to Purchase
No. 151000 to
Builders, LLC for
Shepherds
23:
Lighthouse Renovation project, pursuant Bid No.1
of the
Description/Background: At its meeting on August 4, 201
Community
Department, the
approved a
under bid 15B
123 with Tallen Builders for renovations Shepherds Lighthouse funded through
IP) grant. Purchase
151000 was
the
Housing Initiative Partnership
on August 31,
15 for the work totaling $162,808.80. Community Services
is requesting a change order for
itional
required
in the fire system
to the main line. This is
due a change by the City of Belleview in the
into the
water line.
location of where
fire line could be
Budget/Impact: Neutral; the additional cost for this work shall not exceed
which brings the projects total value for
1 to $170,444.27.
Recommended Action: Motion to approve recommendation and allow Chairman to
the change order
PO 151000 to
Builders
and for staff to
for Shepherds
hthouse Renovations under 1
(7.0.1.) The Board considered the
following recommendation from Municipal Service Taxing Unit (MSTU)
Darnell to adopt
amended Marion
Community Center Complex Policy and
Manual:
Description/Background: The Marion
policies for the operation of the
Advisory Council is proposing changes
community center complex. The changes if adopted would increase the revenue
as detailed in the attached summary recommended changes.
Budget/Impact: No budget impact associated with approval of the policy and
procedures manual. There is a potential for increased revenue depending on the
number
types of rentals.
Action: Motion to adopt
Marion Oaks Community
Complex Policy and Procedures Manual as amended.
Community Center,
Buildings & Grounds Supervisor David Pierce, Marion
replacement, noting the Policy Review Com
meets
commented on the $10
to determine if
year to review the
and procedures
are in
on March ,2015 where
any changes are necessary. The Policy Review Committee
one of
issues that arose was the significant number of reported lost cards. A
replacement for a
currently exists.
Policy Review Committee found that many
were being handed out to others. The committee
of the cards being reported as
recommended a $10
replacement as a deterrent
prevent that from occurring.
Marion Oaks
thousands of members that belong to the Annex Building. which makes
On average 3 to 5 cards are lost
week.
clarified that
it difficult to track
is not a revenue source, but
a deterrent to
the cards from being
the $10
to others.
Page
Book U
October 6,2015
In response to Board questions, Mr. Pierce stated the issue is not the cost of the
card, but rather with having more than 1 person using the same card . Commissioner
Bryant advised that Marion Oaks does not have the technology of a photo identification
(10) associated with the card . Mr. Pierce stated the card does not include a photo 10, but
is laminated. He noted that staff time is required to replace the cards.
Commissioner Bryant commented on the number of people using the cards who
should not have access. Chairman McClain stated the challenge for him is that the $10
fee will not deter people from continuing to distribute their card and having it replaced.
Commissioner Zalak noted another process may need to be considered . Chairman
McClain recommended a photo 10 be shown.
Mr. Pierce clarified that the $10 fee was adopted in 2013 . Chairman McClain
opined that there is a difference in talking about a deterrent and lost revenue.
Commissioner Zalak stated that if a member hands out their card to another person to
use then that member should lose their membership rights for a certain amount of time
or forfeit their membership .
Commissioner Bryant suggested that she go back to the next Marion Oaks MSTU
for Recreation and Facilities Advisory Council meeting to discuss what has been brought
up with the BCC to see if another solution can be found to try and solve this problem . She
opined that this is not a time sensitive matter and can be brought back to the BCC after
the next advisory committee meeting.
In response to Commissioner Bryant, Mr. Pierce stated the next advisory council
meeting is this coming Tuesday (October 13, 2015). Commissioner Bryant noted the
matter could be placed on the next BCC Agenda .
to postpone action regarding the amended Marion Oaks Comrnunity Center Complex
Policy and Procedures Manual until the next regular BCC meeting on October 20 , 2015.
Commissioner Zalak referred to page 13, paragraph 19, which states that if the
notice of cancelation is given less than 30 days prior to the event, no refund will be
returned. He noted the previous verbiage allowed a refund of 50% if an event was
canceled within 30 days. Mr. Pierce stated it is referring to the deposit, which is 50% of
the total fees. Commissioner Zalak inquired if people who have more than 1 event
scheduled are required to provide a 50% deposit for each of the events. Mr. Pierce stated
each reservation is scheduled as a separate event. He stated if someone reschedules a
canceled event then this does not apply; however, if an event is canceled and not
rescheduled then they lose the ability to rent the building. Mr. Pierce advised that there is
a large demand for the Community Center and Auditorium, noting there are only 3
Saturdays that are available for the upcoming year.
The motion was unanimously approved by the Board (5-0) .
Contracts & Agreements/Roads/Subdivisions - (7 .E.1.) - The Board accepted the
following recommendation from Procurement Services Director Susan Olsen, on behalf
of the MSTU/Assessments Department, to approve and execute the Standard Fixed Price
Agreement Between Owner and Contractor, upon approval by Legal, with Art Walker
Construction, Inc. for the Kingsland Country Estates, Whispering Pines/Forest Glenn
Road Improvement Project, pursuant to Bid No. 15B-135:
Description/Background: On behalf of MSTU/Assessments, Procurement
advertised a bid for 3.45 miles of roadway reclaim and overlay. The bid opening
Book U, Page 963
October
2015
was conducted by Carrie Hyde representing Procurement; five (5) firms submitted
bids, summarized b
tabulation below:
Bid
- Lowell
$493,000.00
,378.40
$545,278.50
$589,
$663,700.00
of $510,000.
low bidder is within the estimated construction
Director,
Darnell recommends to award this project to Art Walker
Construction. Attached for
is a
of the contract; pending approval at
as written and upon
today's meeting, it will be sent the contractor for
return, will be forwarded for the County Attorney, Clerk of the Court, and
Chairman's signatures.
Budget/Impact: Neutral;
project shall not
$493,000.
to issue
Recommended Action: Motion to approve recommendation and allow
Chairman execute contract
contract, and upon approval by Legal, authorize
with Art Walker Construction, Inc., the
responsive, responsible
for
bid 15B-1
)
Board
accepted the following recommendation from Procurement Services Director Olsen, on
behalf of the MSTU/Assessments Department,
approve and
Change Order
NO.3 to Revised Purchase Order No. 150472 to Art Walker Construction, Inc. for the
No. 14B-072:
Meadow Wood Farms project, pursuant to
Description/Background: At its meeting on May 6, 2014,
on behalf of
MSTU/Assessment Department, the Board approved a
for bid 14B-072 to
of road reclamation in Meadow Wood
Art Walker Construction (AWC) for 17
Farms. In December, 2014, purchase order 141301 was issued for the work,
was rolled over to
totaling $1,954,444.93.
remaining $744,391.40 ba
1
and at this time, MSTU is requesting a change order for $165,000.
of the project at
own
Recently the contractor resurfaced 12
to deficiencies. After inspection and discussions with the Homeowners,
of Record and Staff;
County
the Contractor are working
to ensure
consistency throughout the project. Therefore, we are requesting that the last 5
miles of this
also
resurfaced with the County participating in paying a
partial
the asphalt materials cost only and the Contractor providing all other
asphalt work cost including some material. The Contractor
requested an
extension of 30 days
this additional work.
Budget/Impact Neutral; project
for
additional work shall not ex(:;ee!o
$165,000, bringing the project's total
to $2,119,444.93. $65,000 minimum
on
purchase order and
will
paid by MSTU, utilizing the remaining
up to $100,000 will be paid by the Office of the County Engineer using fund
104000.
Recommended Action: Motion to approve recommendation and allow Chairman to
approve
order,
authorize staff to issue the
order to
under 14B-072.
Art Walker Construction, Inc. for Meadow Wood
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October 6,2015
Contracts & Agreements/Legislature - (7.E.3.) - The Board considered the
following recommendation from Procurement Services Director Olsen regarding the First
Amendment to the Agreement with Peebles & Smith, LLC to provide State Lobbyist
services, pursuant to Request for Proposals (RFP) No. 14P-154:
Description/Background: At its November 4, 2014 meeting, the Board approved a
contract with Peebles & Smith as the County's State Lobbyist as a result of the
RFP process. The contract is due for renewal, and it is the request of Assistant
County Administrator Jeannie Rickman, and the firm's representative , John Smith,
that the contract be renewed for the next three (3) renewal terms through
September 30, 2018 . A copy of the amendment is attached for review; pending
approval at today's meeting, it will be routed to the firm, and upon return and
approval by Legal, it will be routed for the Clerk and Chairman's signatures.
Budget/Impact: Neutral; the base fee for FY 15/16 is $16,500.
Recommended Action: Motion to approve recommendation, and approve staff to
issue contract, and upon approval by Legal, authorize the Chairman to execute the
First Contract Amendment with Peebles & Smith, LLC under RFP 14P-154.
Commissioner Moore expressed his concern with the 3 year renewal. He
suggested the lobbyist be given another year to see if the County can get the Veterans
Nursing Home landed here and if not then consider getting a different firm. Commissioner
Bryant disagreed, noting the Veterans Nursing Home had nothing to do with the lobbyists,
but had everything to do with what happened in Tallahassee with the legislative process
this year. She stated she is very happy with the firm the Board chose .
to approve and execute the First Amendment to the Agreement, upon approval by Legal,
with Peebles & Smith, LLC.
Commissioner Arnett noted that a provision of the Agreement includes an option
to terminate the contract at the end of the first year. He opined that the firm has done an
excellent job.
The motion was approved by the Board by a vote of 4-1, with Commissioner Moore
voting nay.
Contracts & Agreements/Utilities - (7.EA .) - The Board accepted the following
recommendation from Procurement Services Director Olsen, on behalf of Marion County
Utilities (MCU), to approve and execute the Sixth Amendment to the Agreement, upon
approval by Legal, with Utility Service Company, Inc., for water tank maintenance,
pursuant to RFP No . 07P-039 :
Description/Background: At its October 2, 2007 meeting, on behalf of Marion
County Utilities (MCU) the Board awarded a contract for water tank maintenance
to Utility Service Company. The original contract called for a five (5) year term to
complete the scheduled maintenance on more than 50 of MCU's ground, elevated,
and hydro-pneumatic tanks, with the option for five (5) subsequent annual
renewals, pending Board approval. The third of the five (5) renewals expires
September 30, 2015, and it is the request of both MCU and the contractor to
combine the final two (2) renewals into this amendment; the scheduled
maintenance is based on rotation over the five (5) year period, so the combination
of both renewals falls within the intent of the contract and work distribution. Utility
Service Company accepts the p-card, contributing a significant amount to the
County's annual rebate. Pending approval at today's meeting, the contract
Book U, Page 965
uct()oer 6, 2015
to
contractor, and upon return, will
for
amendment will be
the County Attorney, Clerk, and Chairman's signatures.
Budget/Impact: Neutral; annual estimated and budgeted amounts for services not
to
$125,000.
Recommended Action: Motion approve recommendation and allow staff to issue
Chairman to execute the Sixth
contract, and upon approval by Legal, authorize
Contract Amendment with Utility
Company for
07P-039.
following
aCE, to
Director Olsen, on behalf of
approve
execute the Standard Fixed Price Agreement Between Owner and
Contractor, upon approval by Legal, with Art Walker Construction, Inc. for the SW 190th
Avenue Road Resurfacing (from SW 99th Place SW 189th Court Road) project, pursuant
to Bid No. 16B-004:
Description/Background: On behalf of the
County
(aCE),
bid
Procurement advertised a
for
linear
of milling and overlay.
opening was conducted by Carrie Hyde representing Procurement; six (6) firms
submitted
below:
Inc. - Lowell
low bidder is within
estimated construction
of $316,000. County
ineer, Tracy Straub recommends to award this project to the low bidder.
Attached for review is a draft of the contract; pending approval at today's meeting,
it will
sent to the contractor
execution as written and upon return, will be
forwarded for
County Attorney, Clerk of the Court, and Board Chairman's
signatures.
Budget/Impact: Neutral; the project shall not
337 as approved in the
FY 15/16 budget.
allow staff issue
authorize the Chairman to execute contract
contract, and upon approval by
with Art Walker Construction, Inc., the lowest responsive, responsible bidder
16B-004.
-=-=-~..:..:=...==-=-:...:..=-=..::;..:...:;.;::.:..=;::;.....;;;.;.....;......;;w..:...::::...::..:...:...:..=:..;= - (7.
)Board accepted the
following recommendation from Procurement Services Director
to approve and
\JA",vU'L\J the Proposal for Service with Emerson Network Power I Liebert Services as
source provider for uninterruptable power supplies (UPS) maintenance servicing
800 megahertz (MHz) emergency
network towers, pursuant to Bid No. 15B-012:
declared
Description/Background: On January 18, 2011, the
Network Power, Liebert Services the sole source for uninterruptable power
supplies (UPS) maintenance servicing the 800
emergency
network
towers.
County currently has nine (9) tower sites that require maintenance on
966,
U
October 6, 2015
the UPS equipment to provide a clean source of power during normal operations,
as well as a redundant power supply to the System in the event of a power loss.
Maintenance includes a preventative maintenance check annually per site, and
100% replacement should a UPS fail at a tower site. Contract term is for five (5)
years. The annual charge for the nine (9) tower sites total $17,461 .50. Attached
for review is the contract amendment for approval at today's meeting. Original
contract amendment has been presented to, and approved by the Assistant
County Attorney, Robert Zachary, and pending approval at today's meeting one
(1) vendor-signed original will be presented for the Chairman's signature. Budget/Impact: Neutral; annual expenditure of $17,461.50 as approved in FY 15/16 budget ($87 ,308 over the life of the contract). Recommended Action: Motion to approve recommendation and authorize the Chairman to execute the contract amendment with Emerson Network Power, Liebert Services under contract 10SS-085-CA-03. Contracts & Agreements/Roads/Subdivisions - (7.E. 7.) - The Board accepted the
following recommendation from Procurement Services Director Olsen to rescind award
to Pigeon-Roberts & Associates, LLC regarding the Golden Ocala Wastewater Treatment
Facility (WWTF) and Oak Run Wastewater Collection Transmission system, pursuant to
Request for Qualifications (RFQ) No. 15Q-017; and authorize staff to release an RFQ
once MCU provides a scope:
Description/Background: At its September 15, 2015 meeting, the Board approved
a request by Utilities to award an Engineering Services project amendment to
Pigeon-Roberts & Associates, LLC (PR) for design and permitting work related to
a new sewer system forcemain interconnect between the Golden Ocala
Wastewater Treatment Facility (WWTF) and the Oak Run Wastewater Collection
Transmission system.
Because of the ambiguity of the Consultants' Competitive Negotiations Act (CCNA,
FS §287.055), staff met with the County Attorney for an interpretation; it is Guy
Minter's understanding based on his research of the Attorney General's Opinion,
this particular project cannot be assigned as a task order under our current 15Q
017 (Pre-Qualified Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant Design), and is
required to be advertised as a unique Request for Qualifications (RFQ).
Budget Impact: This action carries no budget impact.
Recommended Action : Motion to approve recommendation to rescind award, and
authorize Procurement to release an RFQ for the project after Marion County
Utilities provides a scope.
Purchasing - (7 .E.8.) -Accepted the following recommendation from Procurement
Services Director Olsen to approve purchases of $50,000 and over:
Description/Background: The requisitions below have been received by
Procurement Services and are approved for conformance with the Procurement
' meef II1g:
C ode/M anua I,pen d·II1g approva Iat tod
ay·s
REQUISITION
NUMBER
VENDOR & DESCRIPTION OF
COMMODITIES ANDIOR
SERVICES AS REQUESTED
Sunstate Meter & Supply, Inc.
Utilities Director Flip Mellinger
requests the purchase of 730
REQUESTING
DEPARTMENT
PURCHASE
AMOUNT
BUDGETED
AMOUNT
#7160-563102
Project
71301165
Book U, Page 967
October 6, 2015
1501067
1501068
Neptune meters for the
Residential Water System
acquisition.
Per Standardization Approval
14ST-142
Severn Trent Services Inc.
Utilities Director Flip Mellinger
requests the installation of 730
Neptune meters & dual check
valves for the Residential Water
System acquisition.
Per Contract Approval 12P-113
Utilities
$126,436
$126,436
#7160-563102
Project
71301165
Utilities
69,350
$69,350
Recommended Action: Motion to approve Purchases over $50,000.
Grants/Projects & Programs - (7.F .1.) - The Board accepted the following
recommendation from Tourist Development Executive Director Loretta Shaffer,
Ocala/Marion County Visitors & Convention Bureau (VCB), to approve the Tourist
Development Council (TDC) funding requests:
Description/Background: The Tourist Development Council (TDC) is requesting
approval of the following funding requests to organizations that have festivals,
events or programs which support the TDC's mission to bring visitors to
Ocala/Marion County:
$10,000
Live Oak International (February 2016)
$37,500
Horses In the Sun (HITS) Ocala Winter Circuit
(January - March 2016)
$ 6,000
Horses In the Sun (HITS) Triathlon (April 2016)
$37,500
Horses In the Sun (HITS) FEI Nation's Cup (February 2016)
Total funding requests approved by the TDC on
$91,000
September 17,2015
Economic impact calculators have been attached.
Applications for funding will be made to the Florida Sports Foundation to recoup $47,500 of the expenditures. Budget/Impact: $91,000 as approved in the FY 15/16 budget. Recommended Action: Motion to approve the Tourist Development Council funding requests. Projects & Programs/Water - (7.G.1 .) - The Board accepted the following
recommendation from County Engineer Tracy Straub, OCE , to approve the 2015-2016
Stormwater Education Plan and Water Use Efficiency Plan:
Description/Background: The Stormwater Education Plan outlines the proposed
budgeted educational activities planned for FY 2015/2016 consisting of a media
campaign utilizing radio to raise awareness of stormwater pollution and associated
behaviors, an educational publication addressing Marion County's water resources
with pollution prevention tips, a corporate run to engage businesses and
community in springs awareness, and other initiatives meeting and/or exceeding
National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit requirements for
stormwater education and outreach.
The Water Use Efficiency Plan outlines the proposed budgeted activities for FY
2015/2016 consisting of irrigation evaluations; irrigation and landscape retrofits,
community workshops, distribution of water conserving retrofit kits, and other
initiatives meeting and/or exceeding the Board of County Commissioners' Water
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October 6, 2015
Use Permit
irements for water conservation.
focus of
program is to educate public and domestic self-supply users about using water more efficiently and to
incentives for measureable water savings. Budget/Impact: Neutral; expenditure as approved in the FY 1 6 budget. Detail in the plans attached, Recommended Action: Motion to approve
2015-2016
Education Plan and Water
Plan. =~=~~==..:...!.:::.!..!..!:=-'::::=~~-==.::.:I- - (7.G.2.) - The Board accepted the
following recommendation from County Engineer Straub, OCE, to approve
the
Agreement with
Silver Springs Radio Club, Inc ..
Description/Background:
is a
uest
approve a New
Agreement
between Marion County
Silver
Radio Club, Inc. for a portion
#37508-000-00. The agreement is for a five (5) year period for a nominal fee with
an option to renew for an additional
(5)
premises will be
used
maintenance and operation of an amateur radio operations training
facility for providing back up and supplemental communication
to local
agencies, damage assessment during times of emergency and natural
and related business operations consistent with such use. Future use could include
operation as a Military Auxiliary Radio System (MARS) facility upon
receipt of
appropriate funding and necessary approval.
Recommended Action: Motion to approve the
Agreement and authorize the
and Clerk
the same.
G.3.) The Board
accepted
following recommendation from County Engineer Straub, OC to approve
and execute the
& Purchase Agreement with David J. Counts, Jr., Daniel J. Counts,
David J, Counts, III and Dustin J. Counts, as joint tenants with rights to survivorship,
conveying a portion of Parcel No. 39279-012-01 in exchange for a portion of Parcel
92 nd Loop Road project; and executing
39279-011-01 associated with the
same:
Description/Background: This is a
approve a Purchase Agreement and
SE
Florida Statute 1 Deed
proposed construction of
Loop
Project conveying a portion of Parcel #
12-01 which is
approximately O.
acres in
in exchange for the uneconomic remnant portion
of Parcel #39279-011-01 which is approximately 0.67 acres in
Additionally,
Marion County
to
construction plans to include a new driveway
for ingress and
to the exchanged parcel, which will eliminate the existing
driveway currently planned to be located at the intersection of
92 nd Loop and
25.
Recommended Action: Motion to approve
attached Purchase
and
Florida Statute 1 Deed
authorize the Chair and Clerk to """"_y.....
~~~~.L:!!:~~~~~i2 - (7.GA.) - The
accepted the following
recommendation from County Engineer Straub, OCE, to approve and
the
Book U, Page 969
October 6,2015
Purchase Agreement with
Hassan, for a portion Parcel No. 4505
008-003 associated with the CR
turn lane addition project:
Description/Background: This is a request to approve a purchase agreement in
amount $9,000 plus closing costs for the partial acquisition of a .09 acre portion
of two unimproved lots
the proposed widening of the right of way associated
25 Turn
Addition Project. This agreement is inciusive
all
with the
attorney
and costs and there is savings realized in accepting this agreement
to avoid the additional costs that occur during condemnation proceedings.
301 $9,000 plus closing costs.
Impact: Impact Fees - 11
Recommended Action: Motion to approve
attached purchase agreement and
to
the Chair and Clerk to execute the same.
- (8.A.) - County Attorney Matthew
Minter
presented the following recommendation from Senior Assistant County Attorney
Taylor relating to a workers' compensation settlement regarding Michael McDougall
amount of $222,356.86
be paid from the Workers'
versus (vs) Marion County in
& Benefit
to
Compensation self-insurance fund and directing
necessary to
said settlement and seek any applicable reimbursement from the
Insurance Carriers:
Description/Background: Marion County is currently involved in a Workers'
Compensation claim by Michael McDougall who was employed with Marion
ciaimant's
County Solid
claimant's employment ended in 2002.
date of accident was February 2002. A closed session was held on September
21, 2015 to discuss this settlement of $222,356.86 for
workers' compensation
indemnity claims.
Counsel Dana O. Taylor and Risk Manager Sheri Wiley
Board of County
recommend
settlement, pending authorization by
Comm issioners.
Budget/Impact: $222,356.86 to
paid from the Workers' Compensation selfinsurance fund.
Recommended Action: Motion to approve the Workers' Compensation settlement
compensation
Michael McDougall in the amount $222,356.86 for all
indemnity ciaims, attorney
and cost, and to be paid from the Workers'
Compensation self-insurance fund.
Mr. Minter commented on
workers' compensation settlement, which the Board
previously considered in a closed session. He
approval of
settlement
involving Michael McDougall's ciaim.
A motion was
by Commissioner Bryant, seconded by Commissioner Arnett,
to adopt Resolution 1
approving the workers' compensation indemnity claims for
Michael McDougall. The motion was unanimously approved by the Board (5-0).
B.) County Attorney Minter
p
the following recommendation regarding the Memorandum
Understanding
(MOU) Between
University
Florida Board
and the Board
County
Commissioners of Marion County, Florida relating to the Smith-Lever Act of May 8, 1914
(38 Statute 372):
Description/Background: Attached please find a Memorandum of Understanding
providing the University is
for planning and implementing educational
programs for agricultural producers,
homeowners, and young people
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October 6, 2015
within this county. This function is performed through
Department of
and State staff of
Service-United
Specialists
None.
Recommended Action. The Board is requested
approve the attached
Memorandum of Understanding and authorize the Chairman and Clerk to execute.
Mr. Minter addressed the MOU with the University of Florida Board of
that after meeting
relating to
extension agents working with Mr. Holmes.
with Commissioner Zalak a couple
were recommended.
Mr. Minter referred to
noting he made a couple small changes to clarify
paragraph (iv), was changed to
the
Under Article V,
"After initial
each party will
future salary
for their portion
living, bonuses,
or any other
pay including but not limited to,
pursuant
law or UNIVERSITY or
NTY policies and
as follows, "Through the County Extension
2)a) was changed to
to the Board of County
Director (CED), prepare and submit an annual budget
Commissioners for the County's
of funds for
operating expenses,
COUNTY. The County's
equipment, and other program support for Extension work in
shall be subject to an annual availability
funding responsibility under this ag
budgeted funds."
Mr. Minter noted those are
MOU.
A
was made
by Commissioner Moore,
to approve and execute the MOU with changes, with the University of Florida Board
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(9.A.)
will be addressed u
-
Interim County Administrator Bouyounes advised
the Administrative
Galassi provided
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which includes some
of Building
the
with a brief update on
implemented.
numbers as well as policies that have
the last fiscal
number of
and plans
about even;
customer calls significantly increased. Permits
issued are up
and single family
permits are up
1%. Over the last
months the Building Department
growth, in excess of 25%, has been held
standard.
In
a commercial reconnect express permitting process was
implemented with the help of Growth
Director Sam
and Division
a reconnect done,
Todd Clifford, MCFR. In the event a commercial entity needs
turned around within 48 hours; with both Fire and
on a like-for-like permit, it can
Building
inspections.
Ueclarat,orv Statements
filed with
Building Commission
formal interpretation, to help some of the local
to
2 types of permits, with
contractors.
is for solar skylights and the other is for
sprinkler systems in
apartments that are in barns. Both,
Marion County Building Industry Association and
the Building Department will take the
ruling on those permits and proceed.
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October 6,2015
The Building
is also petitioning the
to become a training
for Building Inspectors and Plans Examiners.
Department
to put a committee
together to create a syllabus and once prepared will petition
State.
Building
Department will
the only one in the area to be a training entity.
Three multimillion
projects are currently on
books: 1 is for On Top the
World (OTOW) for an assisted living facility with 500 plus units; another is the Rolling
which are permitted
Greens
Complex; and the 3rd is the Trilogy Club
ready.
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(9.A.2.) - Public Information Manager Barbra Hernandez, APR,
Office of Public Information, commented on the
for this month.
noted
is no handout today as they have transitioned to a twice per month email to
County Connection subscribers, which will give
department an opportunity to provide
in knowing what is going on in
county
increased
to
government.
budget
hearing,
The latest County Connection issue covers the
visitation and economic
BCC's approval of the additional 2% Tourism
to
Rescue's
development in Marion County,
ceremony recognizing new and
current staff and more.
Ms. Hernandez stated those wishing to receive the
may do so
by using the signup sheet in
lobby or by visiting
office.
advised that
publication will be distributed bi-monthly on each Monday before the Tuesday BCC
meetings.
Ms.
the final update is in regard to a
of visual graphics
(TRIM) notices, as well as the
Assessment. The
relating to
Truth in M
graphics are helpful in that
simplified complex
into a few pages with nice
Tax and services provided to property
visuals. The next topics staff will work on is the
owners
the Fire Department.
In response to Chairman McClain, Ms. Hernandez advised that anyone wishing to
the County Connection may do so by visiting the County's
at
www.marioncountyfLorg or PIO@marioncountyfLorg, as well as facebook or Twitter.
B.) County Administrator
Bouyounes advised that the Resolution finding Allied Specialty Vehicles, Inc. eligible as
Program and awarding a $13,500 EDFIG
a qualified applicant in Florida's aTI Tax
as a local financial match was addressed
(9.C.) - Interim County Administrator
presented the following recommendation in regard disbursement of salary adjustments:
Description/Background: During the Final
1 6
Public Hearing on
Thursday, September
2015, the
approved funding in
amount two
percent for staff salary adjustments and directed Interim County Administrator,
for discussion
Mounir Bouyounes to
this item on the
adjustments.
consideration of options to disburse and implement
Adjustment Costs by Fund", as approved
Attached is the "Schedule of
during
Final Budget Public
Funds
total amounts under
Board
of County Commissioners' purview
been highlighted for
The
972,
U
is asked
consider options to disburse the total amount of $1
,968 for staff
salary adjustments.
,968 as approved in FY 15-16
Budget/Impact: Neutral, expenditure of $1,
Budget.
Recommended Action: Motion to direct the Interim County Administrator to
disburse
adjustments
Mr. Bouyounes noted Board
was to
item on
agenda for
discussion as to how the
adjustment will
implemented.
to address
today's Board
Chairman McClain opined that it would be
budget public hearing. He stated
floor is open
meeting versus trying to do so
for discussion before coming to a resolution as to how to disburse this money.
Commissioner Arnett stated
would like to see a flat rate rather than a flat
percentage across the Board so that lower salaries will see a benefit a
way than
with
Commissioner Moore concurred and questioned how this will
other funds.
fund has a
Manager Chris Kirbas stated
2% is allocated by Fund, noting
different number
full time
(FTEs). If looking at the
I Fund, for
example, at a dollar amount of approximately $800 across the FTEs at
allocated,
to the MSTU for instance, as it will have a lower amount of
which will be
associated
will not have
same number across the Board.
Budget
Michael
advised
funding was
of each
Budget. It is
percentage of
look at it from
fund level as
are distinct and separate funds.
funds may
have a greater number of employees per total salary dollars. Speaking about a flat dollar
amount per employee may actually
more dollars in one fund than in another fund
compared to the
That being
it was looked
2 ways. Mr. Tomich noted Human
Resources Director Amanda Tart shared the lowest amount any
all funds could
is approximately $800. Ms.
clarified that
is for the
only.
Mr. Tomich suggested that if
Board went with the $800 amount it may cost a
funds than
funding that was put in place as available in
little more in the
Reserves for
funds and the $800 per employee
would be the threshold for the
Fund will
the constraint. He stated they do not have an overall average. If
taking the aggregate of all funds it will average approximately $800.
In
to Chairman McClain, Mr. Tomich
that will
within the 2%
funding for the
, noting
some funds it may actually be over the 2% just
there are more employees
a lower rate and that count will
it over that
not see where that will adversely impact any of those Funds to the
2%. He noted he
that it cannot
found in available Reserves. Other Funds would not quite need
the 2%, but will
all employees the same.
Commissioner Zalak inquired how it will affect
year's budget if
funds are
Mr. Tomich
it is
as a recurring expenditure.
from
Commissioner Bryant advised
it will create a
the County will
going into
in that position anyway.
spending. Mr. Tomich noted some Funds are
Commissioner
stated it will
that deficit and opined that is not prudent.
Mr. Tomich advised that another analysis that was requested of staff by the Human
Resources (HR) Department was looking at a
percentage for the
$20,000 of
everyone's
another
(lower) percentage
the next $10,000 and then a
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October 6, 2015
lower set percentage for the next $10,000 of salary so as to basically weight the increases
towards the lower end.
In
to Commissioner Moore, Ms. Tart
that she
a spreadsheet
different
She
if an employee making $30,000
where she can run
only receives
receives a
while an employee who makes $31,000 and
may feel
and will also add the compression as people are
a 3% increase
getting closer and closer to each
Mr. Bouyounes
it will cause
same issue
with each fund and may add more cost to one fund as compared to another.
to come up with the Pay for
Commissioner Zalak commented on time
those who do a
and above
Performance evaluations and bonus structure. He
for those things. Commissioner
advised that
average job should be
the County will never get a true
Performance if it does not
a
years and
to raises to build that revenue, which he hopes
take the money that would be
the Board will consider.
General discussion resumed.
the total fund for the 2% is $1.3
Commissioner Zalak clarified that his point is
is advocating giving the $1.3 million
County employees and hopefully
million and
million, but stili pay each year.
another $1 million can be added and then another
Those
who do that
will get an even greater
Pay for
of the
can be built up
a total
Performance
of $4,000,000 to $5,000,000 so
are not
out across
Commissioner Moore commented on providing a cost-of-living adjustment (COLA)
increase of 1% and using the other 1% to build up the Pay for
fund.
can discuss that, but opined that
COLA is not
Commissioner
stated the
as strategic from his perspective as being able to fund the Pay for Performance and
getting it to a point where it is a
incentive.
1 COLA and the
Bryant
she is
for Performance, which rewards
employees
above and
other 1% for
stated the County does not need
go into deficit
beyond that do an exemplary job.
policy. Commissioner Bryant
spending any more than it already is, as it is poor
expressed her preference to see
Pay for Performance occurring by December of
15. discussion continued. In
to Chairman
, Ms. Tart
the County did
Pay for Performance. She
HR used was taking the total pot of money
their evaluation then they got a certain amount
money; those
4 received
another amount; those scoring between a 3 or 4 received a certain amount and
scoring below a 3 received nothing as that was below average. Ms.
advised that
will have to
the number evaluations scoring at 5, 4 and 3, as well as how much
provide
information back
Board.
McClain
is time
funds will not
paid out until
stated staff will
Commissioner Bryant concurred. Mr.
finish all the evaluations and
the scale and determine how much will be paid for
each rating, which will be brought back to the Board. Ms. Tart inquired if this will be a one
time bonus type payment or one that factors in benefits being
to the
payment. Commissioner Zalak
Commissioner Bryant stated it should be a
concurred.
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October
2015
- Interim County Administrator
Bouyounes presented the following recommendation in regard to recommendations by
the Marion County Historical Commission regarding the Historic "Five
over Florida"
July 7,
1 the Board authorized Chairman McClain
to
a
to
Marion County H
Commission asking for their
participation and recommendation regarding permanent placement of the
"Five
over Florida" display that is currently flying over the Fallen Officer
SE 25th
Memorial near the entrance of the McPherson Governmental Complex
to provide recommendations
The Historical Commission was
regarding the flags display and any additional historical preservation opportunities
on the complex.
On August 20, 2015, the BCC received
attached letter from Linda Ellwood,
Chairman of the Historical Commission outlining
process
engaged in and
the following recommendations regarding the
Flags over Florida" display:
1. That all five flags currently flying in the historical display
Flags Over
Florida" remain in a historical display; and
That the
Flags over Florida" display currently
at the Fallen
Officer Memorial be
and placed
the
trail" in an area
requiring a lot of tree removal and
an appropriate educational
and explanatory display and/or kiosk with the pertinent information.
following attachments have
included as supporting documentation:
Book U,
975
October
15
Letter dated August 19, 2015 from Historical Commission
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Letter
July 7, 2015 from Chairman McClain
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Heritage Trail Map
\III
Renderings of Display Options
Board direction.
Budgetllmpact: To be determined, pend
Recommended Action: Consideration of the Marion County Historical
Commission's Recommendations regarding
Historic "Five Flags over Florida"
d
and
options presented.
Mr. Bouyounes advised that a few maps and renderings are attached to
item
in discussion.
requested Board direction as to this matter.
to
Commissioner Zalak out at 11' a.m.
Chairman McClain
the Historical Commission was
to look the
of the
display the 5
While a lot of
was centered over one of
it does not take away
fact that it was a historical display that has
at
those
Governmental Com
since 1
and other displays can be found throughout the
of Florida; some of which have
altered or changed a little
and there, but
state.
stated
is open to
most part there are other historical displays in
discussion, comments and questions, noting Parks
Recreation Director/Landscape
Architect Jim Couillard is present, as well as Facilities Maintenance Director Andy Race.
Commissioner
returned at 11 :54 a.m.
Officer Memorial, which was put
Chairman McClain commented on the
an appropriate location, but was jumbled up with
display. He noted there should
be some separation between the displays along with some h
context Chairman
to helping to manage the Historical
McClain addressed Board support in
Commission and funding for some of the historic displays here on the Governmental
Complex.
opined that
of the discussion should include how the
will do some
of that stuff moving forward Chairman McClain
there will be great interest in the
Historical Commission going forward.
In response to Commissioner Arnett, Mr. Bouyounes referred to the map on page
372 of the Agenda packet showing the 3 different locations. Mr. Couillard commented on
various locations recommended
the historical display.
maps to display on the overhead screen
the
Note: Staff is loading
audience to view.)
Commissioner Bryant out 11 :58 a.m. and returned at 1 00 p.m.
Commissioner Moore out at 12:00
. and returned at 12:01 p.m.
Commissioner
out
1
p.m.
Chairman McClain passed the gavel to
issioner
who assumed the
out at 12
p.m.
Chair. Commissioner McC
Commissioner McClain
rned at 1
p.m. Chairman
returned the gavel
to Commissioner McClain, who resumed the Chair.
Mr. Couillard
to
aerial exhibit of
McPherson Complex and
flags at the Fallen Officer Memorial, notin'g there are 3 Options for the
commented on
various locations the d
which
briefly described.
Commissioner Bryant returned
1
p.m.
Commissioner Moore noted that if the County ever decided to build in one of those
areas the
would
to be removed. Mr. Couillard advised that Option 2 is oelwe!e
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Book U
2015
and if the County ever built
small area.
Option 3 is
it would
a much
Mr. Couillard
commented on the open or "U" shaped area
Mr. Couillard
it is available, but advised that a swimming
constructed
a long time ago, which was 'filled in and no one is sure if
was knocked out as is typically done these days when pools are filled in;
is not sure of
capacity or stability in that area.
In
to Chairman McClain, Mr. Couillard stated the renderings included in
Agenda
the shapes and forms at the Fallen Officer Memorial with a
brick area
exhibits similar to those at the Veterans Memorial
(brick
cribs with
with interpretation of what the flags are) that can be included inside
the circular
with a sign wall just like the outside at the Fallen
Memorial and
possibly adding
curved wall out on Ft. King announcing
area
help draw
at the
visitors into
museum.
noted the structure is nothing more than what is
Fallen
Memorial and will probably have the same type of details and
Moore referenced earlier comments in regard to Indian
the display in
inquired as to the ability to add
'CTnn=c throughout the State of Florida. Mr. Couillard
that can
commented on the Native
the museum, which could be more
museum and setting apart this
that can
"guided"
In
display will
walking/fitness
that the Fort King Heritage
things
phones that provides additional information and a
to Commissioner Arnett, Mr. Couillard stated the trail to the historical
by about 50 to 75 feet or further away from
on however the site lays out.
,
McClain noted private funding will need to be raised for
d
ensued.
illard
that the museum is lacking dedicated parking and opined
of
that a comprehensive plan of the area be looked at to ensure all of
(i.e., hand
parking, accessibility to the building, etc.) are integrated and
the parking area does not need to be paved, noting
of changing the Confederate flag to the 1st
or the
not have the same connotations and are available options.
opined that Mr. Couillard is concerned with
swimming pool once was located and inquired if
on the soil conditions and select an
",1'",1'.01"1 the first choice is to place the
choice is Option 3. He inquired if
IC!Tr~rlr'~ display
whether the Board wants
Chairman McClain noted others
151
is aware of
with the 3rd National Battle Flag not
War. Commissioner Moore
the
U,
977 6,2015 over West Florida and the 151 Confederate States of America (CSA) flag flew over
General discussion
on the importance
replacing flags in
Commissioner Arnett
with relevant
the flag of
the
of Marion County
at that same location, which perhaps can
conversation, but is an
integral part of this discussion. Chairman McClain opined
all those opportunities
",.0",'1"0 different historical
displays. He noted
3 of the 4 groups of law
enforcement on the current
lien Officers Memorial wall include the Marion County
Office (MCSO),
Police Department (OPD),
Highway Patrol (FH
and the Florida Beverage
is the 4th , which are the 4
the County will gather for
that display. Chairman McClain advised that the County is working to procure the 4
but have encountered some difficulty.
Chairman McClain
a motion is needed to continue with the 5 Flags Over
Museum, based on soil
Florida display; the selection of 2 locations (1 by the H
rd
replace the current 3 National
flag with the 151
and Option No.
Commissioner
if
motion
include replacing
with the appropriate
for the Fallen Officer
McClain
to be represented
it is understood that if another agency should
additional flag will be ,.o"",.oc·o
In response to Comm
Bryant, Chairman McClain advised that
flown at the Fallen
Memorial are: MCSO,
,
the Florida
flag etiquette will be followed
Agent and the American flag will remain, noting the
so that the American flag
higher.
Mr. Bouyounes
if the funding to
the display will be by private
sources. Chairman McClain concurred and noted
Department has a
501 (c)(3) non-profit corporation. Funds
of Marion County Parks and
that he will
group. Mr. Couillard
!
A motion was
by Commissioner Zalak,
Commissioner
to continue with the 5
over Florida display to
next to the
Option No.3; to
Museum, based on soil conditions, with an alternative
appropriate agency flags
National Battle flag with
15t CSA flag; and to fly
Fallen Officers Memorial.
Chairman McClain thanked the citizens for all their comments and patience while
Board worked their way through this matter.
-
(10.A.) considered
Assistant Griffis, Commissioners Office,
following
ing
recommendation from
Review Board: Description/Background: There are License Review
, two 2018,
and
a
full September
on file: James
General Contractor, R&R Builders
Budget/Impact:
Recommended Action: Motion to appoint Mr. Ravenscraft to the License Review
member for term
in October 2019.
Board as an
978, Book U
October 6,
15
Deputy Clerk advised that
applicant
the appropriate
A motion was
by Commissioner
Mr. Ravenscraft to the License Review Board as an alternate member for a
ending in October of 201 The motion was unanimously approved by the Board
- (10. ) Board considered the following
recommendation from Executive Assistant Griffis, Commissioners Office, regarding the
Marion County Historical Commission:
Description/Background: The Marion County
Commission currently
five (5) vacancies. They have requested that we submit advertisement on their
for applicants to apply for these vacancies. Applications will be submitted to
Commission office and then forwarded to the Historical Commission board for
consideration. All Marion County Historical
member determinations
are
by the Marion County Historical Commission board.
Recommended Action: Approval for advertisement of five (5) vacancies.
motion was
by Commissioner
Board (5-0).
to advertise for 5 vacancies.
motion was unanimously approved by
- (10.C.) - The
considered the following
recommendation from Executive Assistant Griffis, Commissioners Office,
rding
ratification of the15/16 Marion County Historical Commission
Board:
Marion County Historical Commission has selected
10, the Marion County
their new Executive
for 15/16.
Ordinance
must
these
with the Treasurer remaining the
of the Court.
members
are:
Chairperson - Price Landrum
- Vice
- Katherine Jakob
- Michael Summers
ratify the 15/16 selections for the Marion County
Historical Commission Executive Board.
to ratify the 15/16 Marion County Historical Commission
The motion
was unanimously approved by the Board
Advisory Committees - (10.0.) - The Board considered the following
recommendation
Executive Assistant Griffis, Commissioners Office, regarding the
Pine Run MSTU Advisory Council:
on the Pine Run
Description/Background: There is currently one
board and one application on
Salvador Gandia, retired.
Budget/Impact: None
Recommended Action: Motion to appoint Mr. Gandia to the un-expired term.
The
Clerk
that the applicant received the appropriate votes.
Book U, Page 979
October 6, 2015
motion was
by Commissioner Zalak, seconded by Commissioner Moore,
to appoint Mr. Gandia to serve as a member on the Pine Run MSTU Advisory Council to
an expired
expiring in June of 201 The motion was unanimously approved by
Board
Board considered the following
Griffis, Commissioners Office, regarding the
recommendation from
Planning & Zoning (P&Z) Commission:
Description/Background: The Planning & Zoning Commission currently has one
either
or four years.
Vacancy. Depending on who is appointed, the term
One incumbent (Mr. Jinks)
served a full term, if re-appointed,
a two year
serve a four
term. The
two applicants are eligible
Thomas Jinks (incumbent of full term) - construction,
Homes
Mangram (incumbent partial term)
estate broker/appraiser,
Coast to Coast Professional
Jerry Lourenco - manager, Waste
Budget/Impact None. Recommended Action: Motion for appointment of one (1) full member to the Planning & Zoning Commission. The
Clerk announced the
of the Commissioners' ballots for the Commission.
A motion was
by Commissioner Zalak, seconded by Commissioner Bryant,
to appoint Mr. Lourenco to serve as a
on
Commission for a 2
in
of 201
0).
Ordinances/Roads/Subdivisions - (1i.A.) The Board considered the following
recommendation from MSTU Director
Darnell to schedule and advertise a public
an Ordinance repealing Ordinance 1
relating to Thoroughbred
hearing to
AcreslThoroughbred Acres 1st Addition subdivision:
the rate,
September 2015, in a public hearing to
Commissioners voted to repeal Ordinance 1
which established the MSBU for
1st Addition. The
Maintenance in Thoroughbred AcreslThoroughbred
ordinance must be repealed in a public hearing.
Recommended Action: Motion to
a public
to
Ordinance
13-27 on Tuesday, October 20,2015 at 10:00 a.m.
by Commissioner Bryant, seconded by Commissioner Arnett,
A motion was
Ordinance
to schedule
advertise a public hearing to consider an Ordinance
on
October
2015
10:00 a.m. The motion was unanimously
1
approved by the
(5-0).
In response
Commissioner Zalak, Mr. Bouyounes advised that
public
hearing was held and the Thoroughbred AcreslThoroughbred Acres 1st Addition
Municipal
Benefit Unit (MSBU) was not approved .
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- The Board considered the following
recommendation from Growth
Director
Martsolf to schedule
advertise
a joint public workshop for Public School Facility Planning and School Concurrency:
980,
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October 6, 2015
Description/Background: The Marion County Second Amended and Restated
Interlocal Agreement for Public School Facility Planning and School Concurrency
requires an annual Joint Public Workshop be held with one or more
representatives from each Party to the Agreement and a representative from the
Transportation Planning Organization. The purpose of the meeting is to provide
the opportunity to hear reports, discuss policy, set direction, and reach
understandings concerning issues of mutual concern regarding school
concurrency, coordination of land use and school facilities planning, including
population and student growth, development trends, school needs, off-site
improvements, and joint use opportunities, with public comment allowed.
Mounir Bouyounes, the Interim County Administrator, has recommended holding
the Workshop on Wednesday, October 28, 2015, at 1:00 pm in the Growth
Services Training Room located at 2710 E. Silver Springs Blvd. The presence of
the County Commission is hereby requested. Attached is an agenda with
suggested topics of discussion.
Budget Impact: None.
Recommended Action: Motion to schedule a joint public workshop for Public
School Facility Planning and School Concurrency on Wednesday, October 28,
2015 , at 1:00 p.m., in the Growth Services Training Room.
to schedule and advertise a joint public workshop for Public School Facility Planning and
School Concurrency on Wednesday, October 28, 2015 at 1:00 p.m. in the Growth
Services Training Room. The motion was unanimously approved by the Board (5-0).
Utilities - (11.C.) - The Board considered the following recommendation from
Interim County Administrator Bouyounes to schedule 2 workshops to discuss the sales
tax initiative:
Description/Background : During the first Sales Tax Initiative Workshop on September 16, 2015, the Board directed staff to schedule two additional workshops on this topic. This request is to schedule one workshop on Monday, October 19, 2015 at 10:00 a.m., and an additional workshop on Monday, November 9,2015 at 2:00 p.m. As requested during the previous workshop, staff will bring a revised priorities list, revised ballot language and a proposed draft ordinance for review and discussion during the October 19, 2015 workshop. Budget/Impact: None. Recommended Action: Motion to Schedule Two Workshops to Discuss Sales Tax Initiative on Monday, October 19, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. , and Monday, November 9, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. A motion was made by Commissioner Bryant, seconded by Commissioner Moore, to schedule 2 workshops on Monday, October 19, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. and on Monday,
November 9,2015 at 2:00 p.m. The motion was unanimously approved by the Board (5
0).
Commissioners - (12.C .) - The Board considered the following recommendation
from Executive Assistant Griffis, Commissioners Office, regarding Commissioners travel
outside of Marion County to attend the Florida Association of Counties (FAC) 2015
Legislative Conference:
Book U, Page 981
2015 Description/Background:
Florida Association of Counties 2015 Legislative
will
held November 18 - 20, 2015
the Omni Amelia Island
Plantation in Nassau County.
Budget/Impact: Registration is $250.00 per
; a block of rooms will be made
to
registration for the
is confirmed, the
line item budget.
per room will be known at that time. Funds are available in
Recommended Action: Motion to approve Commissioners travel to the
5 FAC
Legislative Conference and
bursement of travel expenses incurred by
Commissioners who attend.
A motion was
by Commissioner Bryant, seconded by Commissioner Moore,
approve out of County travel
reimbursement of travel
motion was
unanimously approved by the
(5-0).
(1 D.) - The
considered the following recommendation
from Executive Assistant Griffis, Commissioners
, regarding re-appointment of a
public sector member
the
year (FY) 15/16 Central
Community Action
Agency (CFCAA) Board
Directors:
Description/Background: CFCAA CEO Charles Harris
that
Marion
County BCC reappoint Mr. Brad Nimmo as
public
resentative on the
Board
for FY 1 5.
Recommended Action: Motion to reappoint Mr. Nimmo as Marion County's public
sector representative on the CFCAA Board of Directors.
motion was made by Commissioner Moore, seconded by Commissioner Bryant,
reappoint Mr. Nimmo as Marion County's public sector representative on the
of
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1.) - Commissioner Arnett
that
Unsung Hero Award on behalf of
Veterans Services Director Jeffrey Askew by the
Harmony and Cultural Awareness
Mr. Askew was recognized as being communally involved
Organization. He
very effective within
community.
In
to Chairman McClain, Commissioner Arnett advised that Mr. Askew is
at a conference.
- (12.A.2.) - Commissioner Bryant advised that
to address this morning
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further
- (12.A.3.) - Commissioner Zalak advised
morning.
has nothing
he has nothing
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Proclamations
Month. He suggested
Commissioner Moore commented on
this morning and noted
is Breast Cancer
a Proclamation be
the next regular BCC meeting.
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5.) - Chairman McClain noted that
most of
Board met with Assistant County Administrator Jeannie Rickman and Tourist
Development Executive Director Shaffer, Ocala/Marion County
He
it may
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appropriate to schedule a workshop with the Tourist Development Council (TDC) at some
point in the near future to discuss the 3rd and 4th penny tourist development tax.
In response to Mr. Bouyounes, Commissioner Bryant stated staff should include
an agenda item to schedule the workshop on the next regular BCC agenda. Chairman
McClain advised that Commissioner Bryant can work on the issue.
Commissioners - (12.B.) - The Chairman acknowledged receipt of the
Commission calendar covering the period of October 6 through 27, 2015.
County Property - (12.E.1.) - Roger Knechtel, SE 97 th Terrace Road,
Summerfield, commended the Board for a job well done today.
Henry Munoz, Marion Oaks Boulevard, thanked the Board for taking the hard road
in hopes of not repeating the same mistakes.
Communications - (13.) - For information and record, the Chairman
acknowledged receipt of the following Notation for Record correspondence, items A
through C from Interim County Administrator Bouyounes, and items 0 and E from Clerk
Ellspermann:
A. County Administrator Informational Items:
1. Present Solid Waste Monthly Operation Report for August 2015.
2. Present letter dated September 16, 2015 from Federal Emergency
Management Agency (FEMA) regarding preliminary copies of the
Revised Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) and Flood Insurance
Study (FIS) Report for Marion County, FL and incorporated areas.
B. Walk-On Items from Previous BCC Meeting:
1. WALK-ON - September 15, 2015 - PRESENTATION by Duke
Energy Neighbor Saver Program - Melvin Philpot and Amy Mangan
(presentation Only) (Approved).
2. WALK-ON - September 15, 2015 - PRESENTATION - Report on
NW Citrus/SW Levy recreation area - Citrus County Commissioner,
Dennis Damato (presentation Only) (Approved).
3. WALK-ON - final public hearing for Twin Lakes Ranchettes
Improvement Area (Continuation) (Approved)
4. WALK-ON - Marion County Property Appraiser, Villie Smith, CFE,
ASA - request approval to extend the 2015 Tax Rolls of Marion
County prior to the completion of the 2015 Value Adjustment Board
proceedings.
C. General Informational Items:
1. Present letter from Marion County Sheriff, Chris Blair dated
September 10, 2015 regarding the Crime Prevention Fund.
2. Present letter from Marion County Sheriff, Chris Blair dated
September 10, 2015 requesting $6,000 from the Crime Prevention
Fund to purchase 200 additional signs.
3. Present letter to Marion County Sheriff, Chris Blair dated September
16, 2015 in response to request for $6,000 from the Crime
Prevention Fund to purchase 200 additional signs.
Book U, Page 983
October 6, 2015
4. D. E. Present letter and Resolutions from The Villages Community
Development Districts (COD), dated June 15, 2015 regarding the
Approved Budget for FY 15/16.
5. Marion County Health Department - for the latest health news and
information, visit http://Marion.FloridaHealth.gov.
Clerk Ellspermann:
1. Present regular report of utilization for Reserve for Contingencies.
2. Present parcel which the County may purchase (within 90 days from
08/26/2015) for the opening bid amount, pursuant to Chapter
197.502(6)(C), Florida Statues and 120-13.063(5)(2) of the Florida
Administrative Code.
3. Present memorandum from David R. Ellspermann, Clerk of Circuit
Court and Comptroller, regarding the filing of Ordinance 15-14
(Impact Fees); 15-15 (Deer Path Estates) 15-16 (Tourist
Development Tax - 3rd%) and 15-17 (Tourist Development Tax
4th%) with the Secretary of State's Office.
4. Present the Acquisition or Disposition of Property Forms authorizing
changes in status, as follows: 24297,30910,43141 and an attached
list from Marion County Utilities Department.
5. For the month ended August, 2015, a list of checks drawn on
Commission accounts, pursuant to Chapter 136.06, Florida Statutes,
are located at the following website address: http://www.marion
countyclerk.org/public/index.cfm?Pg=boardcheckregisters.
Present for information and record, minutes and notices received from the
following committees and agencies:
1. Board of Adjustment (BOA) - August 3, 2015.
2. Code Enforcement Board - August 12, 2015.
3. Development Review Committee (DRC) - September 29, 2014;
March 9, June 8, August 31 and September 14, 2015.
4. License Review Board (LRB) - August 11, 2015.
5. Marion Oaks MSTU Advisory Board (Recreation Services and
Facilities) - August 11, 2015.
6. Southwest Florida Water Management District (SWFWMD) - for
minutes and agendas, visit the website at http://www.Water
Matters.org.
7. Southwest Florida Water Management District (SWFWMD) - Fiscal
Year 2016 schedule of meetings and map depicting the District's
boundaries (visit the District website at http://www.watermatters.org
for further information).
8. St. Johns River Water Management District (SJRWMD) - for minutes
and agendas, visit the website at http://www.floridaswater.com.
9. Transportation Planning Organization (TPO) - for minutes and
agendas, visit the website at http://www.ocalafl.org/tpo.
10. Tourist Development Council (TDC) - August 13, 2015.
11. With lacoochee Regional Water Supply Authority (WRWSA)
Adopted schedule of meetings for the 2015-2016 fiscal year (visit the
districts website at http://www.wrwsa.org for further information).
Page 984, Book U
October 6,
12.
With
There being no further
at 12:41 p.m.
15
Regional Water Supply Authority 0/VRWSA) visit the website
http://www.wrwsa.org.
to come before the
, the meeting
Book U, Page 985
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