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JANUARY 25, 2005
The
Regular Meeting
of the
was held on this date with the
following Commissioners present:
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Referring to the Agenda Revision
Recap Sheet
dated January 25, 2005, the Chairman announced that:
Carry-Over #1 should be deferred indefinitely. Commissioner Janes explained that the State is not
willing to assist in the purchase of the property at this time; stated that he met with Senator Nelson and Congressman
Connie Mack who expressed excitement for this project; requested that the Board table the item until the State
resolves its objection to the voluntary condemnation; asked that Staff keep the Board posted at future meetings; and
thanked County Attorney David M. Owen, Assistant County Attorney Timothy Jones, Assistant County Attorney
John J. Renner and staff for their efforts. He further stated that the need to resolve any funding needs with or without
the State of Florida, and to invoke public and private participants to create packages. Commissioner Janes moved to
defer indefinitely, seconded by Commissioner Hall. Commissioner St. Cerny commended Commissioner Janes on
taking the lead in this project. Toby Brigham, Esq., representing the Babcock Family, suggested that the Board
request the State to update their appraisals. In response to Commissioner Judah’s inquiry, Commissioner Janes
clarified that voluntary condemnation would require existing uses continue as is for a five year period. Attorney
Brigham clarified that the family has been selling stock to allow continued operation of the company. The motion
was called and carried. Commissioner Albion commended Attorney Brigham and the Babcock family on their
cooperation throughout this process. Commissioner Judah moved to request that the State update their appraisal
information, seconded by Commissioner Hall, called and carried.
Four Walk-On Items will be heard following consideration of the Administrative Agenda.
9:30 A.M. AGENDA ITEM
- Public Comment on Agenda Items
Consent (C) and Administrative (A)
No one came forward to offer comment.
The following are the Consent Agenda items that each Board member wished to have discussed:
Commissioner St. Cerny - None
Commissioner Hall - None
Commissioner Judah - 5(b)
Commissioner Albion – 11(a)
Commissioner Janes – None
CONSENT AGENDA
1. COUNTY ADMINISTRATION
(a)
ACTION REQUESTED
:
Approve budget amendment resolutions and
transfers
from reserves, in various funds, to provide fund
financial adjustments for the FY03-04 year-end close out. No additional funding is required, except in
those funds in which reserves are affected, as listed in the background information. Reserves represent
those that were established during the development of the budget. In some funds for which additional
revenues were received, as listed in the background information, the budget is being adjusted to reflect
the additional revenues.
WHY ACTION IS NECESSARY
:
Each year, in the preparation of the year-end financial statements, Budget Services requests that certain
fund adjustments be processed after the Finance division has made their final cash adjustments in
conjunction with auditor findings.
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WHAT ACTION ACCOMPLISHES
:
Year-end adjustments allow the financial books for FY03-04 to be closed. (
#20050031-
Budget
Services)
Commissioner Janes moved the item, seconded by Commissioner Hall, called and carried.
RESOLUTION NO. 05-01-37 through 05-01-49
2. CONSTRUCTION AND DESIGN
No requests received.
3. COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
No requests received.
4. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
(a)
ACTION REQUESTED
:
Dillon, to vacate a 12-foot wide public utility easement, on Lots 5 and 6, both in Block 9, Unit 2,
Section 21, Township 45 South, Range 27 East, a subdivision recorded in Plat Book 18, Page 55 of Lee
nd
2005.
The site is located at 717 & 719 Andover Ave. S., Lehigh Acres.
WHY ACTION IS NECESSARY
:
To build a single-family residence on the combined lots. The vacation of this easement will not alter
existing utility conditions, and the easement is not necessary to accommodate any future utility
requirements.
WHAT ACTION ACCOMPLISHES
:
Sets the time and date of the public hearing. (S21-T45S-R27E) (District#5) (
#20041647-
Development Services)
Commissioner Janes moved the item, seconded by Commissioner Hall, called and carried.
RESOLUTION NO. 05-01-50
(b)
ACTION REQUESTED:
Accept Petition No. VAC2003-00030, submitted by Cody Vaugn-Birch, agent for the owner, to vacate
a 33-foot wide right-of-way easement, as shown in Plat Book 60, at Page 73 of the Public Records of
nd
2005. The site is located at 21500/510 Three Oaks Parkway, Estero.
WHY ACTION IS NECESSARY:
To facilitate the development of the Estero Fire and Rescue District Station #3 with associated
administrative offices. The subject right-of-way is not constructed, the vacation of this right-of-way
will not alter traffic conditions, and the right-of-way is not necessary to accommodate any future traffic
requirement.
WHAT ACTION ACCOMPLISHES:
Setting the time and date of the public hearing. (S34-T46S-R25E) (District#3) (
#20041706-
Development Services)
Commissioner Janes moved the item, seconded by Commissioner Hall, called and carried.
RESOLUTION NO. 05-01-51
5. HUMAN SERVICES
(a)
ACTION REQUESTED:
Authorize Chairman to sign
State Agreement for the receipt of Challenge Grant funds
and
sub recipient
and approve budget resolution for State of Florida FY2005 Challenge Grants in the amount of
$137,500.00 for the County fiscal year 2004-2005.
WHY ACTION IS NECESSARY:
To execute agreement, establish budget, and delegate signature authority for grant reporting to the
department.
WHAT THE ACTION ACCOMPLISHES:
Allows the Department to accept a contract from the State of Florida, proceed with program activities,
and execute sub-recipient contracts as well as monthly reports. (
#20050032-
Human Services).
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Commissioner Janes moved the item, seconded by Commissioner Hall, called and carried.
RESOLUTION NO. 05-01-52
(b)
ACTION REQUESTED
:
Approve criteria for the Partnering for Results Request for Proposal (RFP) process; and approve FY
2005-2006 funding amount not to exceed $3,622,154.00. Approve a maximum of $42,000.00 of the
services for FY 2005-2006.
WHY ACTION IS NECESSARY
:
To provide policy direction and establish budget for the Partnering for Results Request for Proposal
process.
WHAT ACTION ACCOMPLISHES
:
Establishes the RFP guidelines and funding amount for FY 2005-2006 partnering for Results, and
approves a maximum of $42,000.00 to be allocated to United Way. (
#20050043-
Human Services)
PULLED FOR DISCUSSION
In response to Commissioner Judah’s statement, Social Services Director Ann Arnall stated that interviews were
conducted in the past and were found to be biased; that the applications are scored based on a written proposal; and
that Committee members are encouraged to request clarification from an agency in writing. Commissioner Judah
expressed his support of site visits. Discussion ensued between the Board and Ms. Arnall regarding the attendance of
Committee members, staff’s assistance during the application process, and the application process. Commissioner
Albion recommended that the Committee remain consistent with their decisions as long as it’s responsible and fair.
Commissioner Hall commended the Committee and staff for including the organizations that are applying for the
money to evaluate the process, and suggested that the committee make a recommendation to the Board on how they
feel the Community would be best served. Commissioner Albion moved the item with the direction to staff to gather
suggestions from the Committee and bring their recommendations, in memo form, to the Board at a Management and
Planning meeting, seconded by Commissioner Janes. Commissioner Judah requested an amendment to the motion to
require as part of the process that the committee provide an interview with the applicant or an on-site visit, seconded
by Commissioner Janes for discussion. Commissioner Janes opined that site visits would delay the process; noted that
the applicants would have continuous interaction with the committee; and withdrew his second. The amendment
failed for lack of a second. The main motion was called and carried.
6. INDEPENDENT
(a)
ACTION REQUESTED
:
Adopt a Resolution of Exchange relating to property located at Estero/Bonita Community Park in
Estero; authorize Chairman to execute all
documents necessary to effectuate the exchange;
authorize
the Division of County Lands to handle and accept
all documentation to complete this transaction,
and
approve payment for costs to close in the approximate amount $500.00.
WHY ACTION IS NECESSARY
:
Exchange of County property must be approved by the Board of County Commissioners pursuant to
Florida Statute.
WHAT ACTION ACCOMPLISHES
:
#20041547-
County Lands) (
Affidavit)
Commissioner Janes moved the item, seconded by Commissioner Hall, called and carried.
RESOLUTION NO. 05-01-53
(b)
ACTION REQUESTED:
Authorize the Division of County Lands to make a binding offer to the Corporation of the Presiding
105, for the Three Oaks Parkway Widening Project No. 4081, pursuant to the
Purchase Agreement;
and
authorize the Division of County Lands to handle and accept all documentation necessary to complete
transaction.
WHY ACTION IS NECESSARY
:
The Board must authorize the making of a binding offer to a property owner prior to initiation of
condemnation proceedings.
WHAT ACTION ACCOMPLISHES
:
Makes binding offer to property owner. (
#20041686-
County Lands)
Commissioner Janes moved the item, seconded by Commissioner Hall, called and carried.
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(c)
ACTION REQUESTED
:
Francisco, in the amount of $55,000.00, for Ten Mile Linear Park Project No. 2001, pursuant to the
Purchase Agreement;
authorize payment of costs to close; authorize the Division of County Lands to
handle all documentation necessary to complete transaction; and rescind purchase agreement approved
and accepted on November 9, 2004, under Blue Sheet No. 20041369.
WHY ACTION IS NECESSARY
:
WHAT ACTION ACCOMPLISHES
:
The voluntary acquisition of property thus avoiding the Board’s need to exercise its power of Eminent
Domain. (
#20041710-
County Lands)
Commissioner Janes moved the item, seconded by Commissioner Hall, called and carried.
(d)
ACTION REQUESTED
:
Approve
Addendum to an Interlocal Agreement
for an Automated Bus Arrival Time System for Ft.
budget amendment resolution in the amount of $67, 370.00 for additional revenue and expense for the
Automated Bus Arrival Time System.
WHY ACTION IS NECESSARY
:
Board approval is required on addendum to Interlocal Agreement.
WHAT ACTION ACCOMPLISHES
:
Provides three additional trolleys with the automated arrival system, and provides additional funding
#20050011-
Transit)
Commissioner Janes moved the item, seconded by Commissioner Hall, called and carried.
RESOLUTION NO. 05-01-54
7. PUBLIC SAFETY
(a)
ACTION REQUESTED
:
Adopt a resolution to approve changing a street name on a platted street as recorded in Plat Book 74,
WHY ACTION IS NECESSARY
:
WHAT ACTION ACCOMPLISHES
:
This will correct platted street name to the name approved. (
#20041729-
E911)
Commissioner Janes moved the item, seconded by Commissioner Hall, called and carried.
RESOLUTION NO. 05-01-61
(b)
ACTION REQUESTED
:
Authorize Chairman to approve a
Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity
(CON), to the San
transport emergency medical service care.
WHY ACTION IS NECESSARY
:
The Chairman’s signature is required to execute the CON.
WHAT ACTION ACCOMPLISHES
:
Grants the applicant license to provide ALS service, in accordance with State law and provision
#20050030-
EMS)
Commissioner Janes moved the item, seconded by Commissioner Hall, called and carried.
8. SOLID WASTE-NATURAL RESOURCES
No requests received.
9. TRANSPORTATION
(a)
ACTION REQUESTED
:
Award Professional Services Agreement, for CN-04-06, Plantation Extension from Idlewild Street to
Colonial Boulevard, to
T.Y. Lin International,
for a not-to-exceed contract amount of $549,512.39.
This project has a completion time of 365 calendar days.
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WHY ACTION IS NECESSARY
:
Board approval is required.
WHAT ACTION ACCOMPLISHES
:
The Consultant will provide professional services for the project known as Plantation Extension, from
Idlewild Street to Colonial Blvd., to include design; right-of-way; permitting; drainage; signing;
pavement marking and signalization. (
#20050022-
Transportation)
Commissioner Janes moved the item, seconded by Commissioner Hall, called and carried.
(b)
ACTION REQUESTED:
Accept contribution of $55,426.00, from Sprint, for the cost of relocating proposed drainage line on the
FY05-09 Capital Improvement Program (CIP).
WHY ACTION IS NECESSARY
:
Requires Board approval for budget resolutions and amendments to CIP.
WHAT ACTION ACCOMPLISHES
:
#20050025-
Transportation)
Commissioner Janes moved the item, seconded by Commissioner Hall, called and carried.
RESOLUTION NO. 05-01-55
10. UTILITIES
(a)
ACTION REQUESTED:
a developer contributed asset project located at the southwest corner of Corkscrew Road and
Corkscrew Palms Boulevard.
WHY ACTION IS NECESSARY:
To provide potable water service, fire protection, and sanitary sewer service to this proposed
commercial development.
WHAT ACTION ACCOMPLISHES:
Provides adequate utility infrastructure to support development of the subject property, and complies
#200401583-
Utilities)
Commissioner Janes moved the item, seconded by Commissioner Hall, called and carried.
(b)
ACTION REQUESTED:
Approve final acceptance, by resolution and recording of one (1)
utility easement,
as a donation of one
.
This is a developer
contributed asset project located at the northeast corner of S. Cleveland Avenue and Daniels Parkway.
WHY ACTION IS NECESSARY:
To provide fire protection to the recently constructed restaurants.
WHAT ACTION ACCOMPLISHES:
(
#20041584-
Utilities)
Commissioner Janes moved the item, seconded by Commissioner Hall, called and carried.
RESOLUTION NO. 05-01-56
(c)
ACTION REQUESTED:
Authorize the Chairman, on behalf of the Board, to approve an
Addendum to the Agreement for the
Wholesale Sale of Potable Water
approve FY04/05 budget amendment resolution in the amount of $166,619.00.
WHY ACTION IS NECESSARY:
potable water on a wholesale basis to, and as requested by, the City of Cape Coral over an initial period
of 20 years so that it may provide water service to the developing portions of the City. In addition, the
addendum provides for the sale of the County’s water main along a portion of Pondella Road to the
City for the amount of $166,618.66.
WHAT ACTION ACCOMPLISHES:
The addendum will establish an increase in capacity to be purchased, transfer of ownership of facilities,
location of interconnects, and responsibilities of each party. (
#20050008-
Utilities)
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Commissioner Janes moved the item, seconded by Commissioner Hall, called and carried.
RESOLUTION NO. 05-01-57
11. PARKS AND RECREATION
(a)
ACTION REQUESTED
:
Approve
budget transfer
from Capital Improvement-Conservation 2020 land acquisition fund #30103
to Conservation 2020 operating fund #30105 in the amount of $1,907,234.00; carryover $2,727,024.00
from FY 03/04 to FY 04/05; and approve budget amendment resolution in the amount of
Communities Trust (FCT) projects.
WHY ACTION IS NECESSARY
:
Board is required to approve all budget transfers, carryovers, and budget amendments.
WHAT ACTION ACCOMPLISHES
:
#20050033-
Parks and Recreation)
PULLED FOR DISCUSSION
At the request of Commissioner Albion, Public Parks and Recreation Director John Yarbrough clarified that prior to
this request all of the FCT funding had been allocated at the 90/10 split, and that this is a request to deviate from that
allocation; and explained that the three projects (Caloosahatchee Creeks Preserve, San Carlos Bay – Bunche Beach
Preserve and Prairie Pines Preserve), will be the first highly visible, highly used public access facilities.
Commissioner Albion moved the item, seconded by Commissioner Janes, called and carried.
RESOLUTION NO. 05-01-58
12. COUNTY ATTORNEY
No requests received.
13. HEARING EXAMINER
No requests received.
14. PORT AUTHORITY
No requests received.
15. CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS
(a)
ACTION REQUESTED:
Approve
disbursements.
WHY ACTION IS NECESSARY:
Florida Statute Chapter 136.06(1) requires that all County disbursements be recorded in the Minutes of
the Board.
WHAT ACTION ACCOMPLISHES:
Compliance with the requirements of FS 136.06(1). (
#20041685-
Clerk of Courts)
Commissioner Janes moved the item, seconded by Commissioner Hall, called and carried.
(b)
ACTION REQUESTED:
Present for information purposes, the
Monthly Financial Report for the Month of December 2004.
WHY ACTION IS NECESSARY:
Commissioners; and also included, in compliance with Chapter 218.415 Florida Statutes, Local
Government Investment Policies, is the stated and fair market value of the investments managed by the
Trust Funds, is included.
WHAT ACTION ACCOMPLISHES:
The purpose of this report is to convey to the Board the financial status of selected significant funds of
the Lee County Board of County Commissioners, the status of specific revenues as of the stated dates,
and the market value of the investments managed by the Clerk’s Office on behalf of the Board.
(
#20041695-
Clerk of Courts)
Commissioner Janes moved the item, seconded by Commissioner Hall, called and carried.
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ADMINISTRATIVE AGENDA
1. COUNTY ADMINISTRATION
No requests received.
2. CONSTRUCTION AND DESIGN
No requests received.
3. COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
No requests received.
4. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
(a)
ACTION REQUESTED:
Approve a reduction in demolition and lot mowing liens totaling approximately $33,139.57 down to
within 60 days from sale or Board approval.
WHY ACTION IS NECESSARY:
Board approval is required for mitigation of county liens.
WHAT ACTION ACCOMPLISHES:
#20041628-
Building Department)
Commissioner Judah moved the item, seconded by Commissioner Janes, called and carried.
5. HUMAN SERVICES
No requests received.
6. INDEPENDENT
No requests received.
7. PUBLIC SAFETY
No requests received.
8. SOLID WASTE-NATURAL RESOURCES
No requests received.
9. TRANSPORTATION
No requests received.
10. UTILITIES
No requests received.
11. PARKS AND RECREATION
No requests received.
12. COUNTY ATTORNEY
No requests received.
13. HEARING EXAMINER
No requests received.
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14. PORT AUTHORITY
No requests received.
15. CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS
WALK-ON ITEM NO. 1
5. HUMAN SERVICES
(a)
ACTION REQUESTED:
Authorize Chairman to sign
Grant Certification Form for Grant Application
to the Florida Housing
WHY ACTION IS NECESSARY:
The certification form is required to submit the grant application.
WHAT ACTION ACCOMPLISHES:
#20050062-
Human
Services)
Commissioner Judah moved the item, seconded by Commissioner Janes, called and carried
.
WALK-ON ITEM NO. 2
10. UTILITIES
(a)
ACTION REQUESTED:
Authorize the Chairman, on behalf of the Board, to sign as the Chief Official of the Subgrant Recipient
certification of acceptance of Subgrant award,
for a Florida Department of
Law Enforcement’s Law Enforcement Terrorism Prevention Program Grant, in the amount of
$120,000.00; and approve budget amendment resolution for $120,000.00.
WHY ACTION IS NECESSARY:
Required by each agency’s regulations.
WHAT ACTION ACCOMPLISHES:
Establishes the Board as being the Subgrant Recipient of the Grant, and this Certificate constitutes
official acceptance of the award which must be received by the FDLE prior to any reimbursement of
project expenditure. (
#20050045-
Utilities)
Commissioner Judah moved the item, seconded by Commissioner Janes, called and carried.
RESOLUTION NO. 05-01-59
WALK-ON ITEM NO.3
7. PUBLIC SAFETY
(a)
ACTION REQUESTED:
Authorize Chairman to approve a
Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity
(CON), to the
Bonita Springs Fire Control and Rescue District, to conduct advance life support (ALS) non-transport
emergency medical service care.
WHY ACTION IS NECESSARY:
The Chairman’s signature is required to execute the CON.
WHAT ACTION ACCOMPLISHES:
Grants the applicant license to provide ALS service in accordance with State law and provision
#20050068-
Public Safety)
Commissioner Judah moved the item, seconded by Commissioner Hall, called and carried.
WALK-ON ITEM NO.4
3. COUNTY COMMISSION
(a)
ACTION REQUESTED:
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Discuss and consider entering into an
Employment Agreement
same on behalf of the Board.
WHY ACTION IS NECESSARY:
All Employment Agreements must be approved by the Board.
WHAT ACTION ACCOMPLISHES:
and take potential action. (
#20050073-
County Commission)
Commissioner Judah moved the item, as amended, and including the
January 24
th
document,
seconded by
Commissioner Hall. The Board congratulated Attorney David M. Owen on becoming the new County Attorney; and
thanked Deputy County Attorney Robert W. Gray for serving as Interim County Attorney. The motion was called and
carried
CARRY-OVER ITEM NO. 1
12. COUNTY ATTORNEY
(a)
ACTION REQUESTED:
Approve resolution of necessity to initiate eminent domain action to acquire all outstanding shares of
WHY ACTION IS NECESSARY:
Resolution of necessity is condition precedent to filing eminent domain action.
WHAT ACTION ACCOMPLISHES:
Authorize filing of eminent domain action. (
#20050044-
County Attorney)
DURING THE ANNOUCEMENT PORTION OF THE MEETING, THE CHAIRMAN ANNOUNCED THAT:
Carry-Over #1 should be deferred indefinitely. Commissioner Janes explained that the State is not willing to assist in
the purchase of the property at this time; stated that he met with Senator Nelson and Congressman Connie Mack who
expressed excitement for this project; requested that the Board table the item until the State resolves its objection to
the voluntary condemnation; asked that Staff keep the Board posted at future meetings; and thanked County Attorney
David M. Owen, Assistant County Attorney Timothy Jones, Assistant County Attorney John J. Renner and staff for
their efforts. He further stated that the need to resolve any funding needs with or without the State of Florida, and to
invoke public and private participants to create packages. Commissioner Janes moved to defer indefinitely, seconded
by Commissioner Hall. Commissioner St. Cerny commended Commissioner Janes on taking the lead in this project.
Toby Brigham, Esq., representing the Babcock Family, suggested that the Board request the State to update their
appraisals. In response to Commissioner Judah’s inquiry, Commissioner Janes clarified that voluntary condemnation
would require existing uses continue as is for a five year period. Attorney Brigham clarified that the family has been
selling stock to allow continued operation of the company. The motion was called and carried. Commissioner Albion
commended Attorney Brigham and the Babcock family on their cooperation throughout this process. Commissioner
Judah moved to request that the State update their appraisal information, seconded by Commissioner Hall, called and
carried.
COMMISSIONER ITEMS
requesting the appointment of Carol Green as Secretary of Elder affairs and so moved, seconded by Commissioner
Judah, called and carried.
BABCOCK RANCH – Commissioner Janes thanked the Board for their support in the Babcock Ranch
acquisition/negotiations. Commissioner Albion thanked Assistant County Attorney Andrea R. Fraser and Assistant
County Attorney Dawn E. Lehnert for assisting in the preparation of the County Attorney Agreement and hiring
process.
BOOMER PROPERTY ACQUISITON – Commissioner Judah stated that the applicant/property
owner is strongly requesting the condition to the acquisition entail that the property would be protected from
perpetuity. In response to Commissioner Judah’s inquiry, County Lands Acquisition Program Manager Robert G.
Clemens stated anytime a restriction is placed it affects the property value, and noted that negotiations would come
back to the Board. Commissioner Judah noted that if there are conditions placed on the property it would lower the
properties value, reiterated his request to protect the use of Conservation 2020 lands.
expressed his opposition to the annexation of the property. At the request of Commissioner Judah, Chairman St.
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PENDING GROWTH MANAGEMENT BILL – Commissioner Judah request that the Board send a
letter to the legislative delegation, noting that the Board does not support eliminating the planning review for
phosphate mines, seconded by Commissioner Janes. Chairman St.Cerny requested that Commissioner Judah get with
Administration to draft the letter. In response Commissioner Albion’s inquiry, Deputy County Attorney Robert W.
Gray opined that if the courts see the legislature lessened the significance by decreasing the impact, they could take a
different view after analyzing the Counties litigation. The motion was called and carried.
MARINA PUBLIC ACCESS – Commissioner Judah request the possibility of acquisition of the
Fisherman’s Co-op, and requested that staff look into the feasibility of purchasing Mr. Cauthen property and report at
the next Management and Planning Meeting.
Keith Arnold create a plan to support the Expressway Authority Bill. Commissioner Judah moved the item, seconded
by Commissioner Hall. Commissioner Albion requested that a letter be drafted expressing support of Representative
Davis going forward with his Bill for the Expressway Authority. After discussion between the Board members on
whether a letter had already been done, Chairman St. Cerny noted if one had not been sent he would direct staff to
draft a letter for his signature. The motion was called and carried.
result of the disruptive behavior on the Black Affairs Advisory Board (BAAB), the Board of County Commissioners
should remove the person causing the problems or the group should be disband; and requested that the Board create a
County-wide Minority Board.
COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS
BYCYCLE ADVISORY COMMITTEE
,
seconded by Commissioner Albion, called and carried.
PARTNERING FOR RESULTS
PROPOSAL REVIEW PANEL,
seconded by Commissioner Hall, called and carried.
COUNTY MANAGER ITEMS
COUNTY ATTORNEY ITEMS
5:00 P.M. AGENDA ITEM -
Public Hearing
AT THIS TIME COMMISSIONER JUDAH MADE A COMMENT REGARDING THE BLACK AFFAIRS
DISCUSSION.
1)
ACTION REQUESTED
:
Conduct a public hearing to adopt a resolution on Petition #VAC2004-00060, submitted by Laniel
the common lot lines between Lots 13 and 14, Unit 3, a subdivision of Lehigh Acres, as recorded in
Plat Book 15, Page 77, Official Public Records of Lee County, Florida, less and except the northerly
six feet and southerly six feet thereof. The site is located at 3810 6
th
WHY ACTION IS NECESSARY:
To build a single family residence on the combined lots. The vacation of these easements will not alter
existing utility conditions, and the easements are not necessary to accommodate any future utility
requirements.
WHAT ACTION ACCOMPLISHES:
Vacates the public utility easements.
There are no objections to this Petition to Vacate.
(S27-T44S-R26E) (District #5) (
#20050012-
Development Services)
Affidavits of Publication
for
5:00 p.m. Agenda Item (1); and briefly described this request. Commissioner Janes moved approval, seconded by
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Commissioner Judah. The Chairman called for public input; however, no one came forward. The motion was called
and carried.
RESOLUTION NO. 05-01-60
5:05 P.M. AGENDA ITEM
(1) Public Presentation of Matters by Citizens
Sons of Confederate Veterans member
Sons of Confederate Veterans member
Order of the Confederate Rose member
Sons of Confederate Veterans member
Sons of Confederate Veterans member
Black Affairs Advisory Board (BAAB) member
stated his preference for the
handout)
Commissioner Albion stated that he doubted that the Board had any interest in changing the name of Lee County;
explained that Robert E. Lee did not own slaves, but fought for the South because he was a Virginian; and clarified the
purpose of the Board and the Black Advisory Board, which is to focus on a number of important issues in Lee County.
Commissioner Judah concurred with Commissioner Albion, and expressed his concern of the disruption in the Black
Advisory Board; and as a liaison of the Black Advisory Board would request that the Board create a County-wide
Minority Advisory Committee. The Chairman requested further discussion and information to be brought to the
Board at the February 7
th
Management and Planning Meeting after Commissioner Judah attends the meeting of the
various minority communities on Monday January 31, 2005. He further requested that each Board member be copied
on the Ordinance governing the Black Affairs Advisory Board.
The Chairman adjourned the meeting at 5:42 p.m.