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SEPTEMBER 15, 2015
The
Regular Meeting
Board of County Commissioners
was held on this date with the
following Commissioners present:
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 9:30 a.m. The Invocation was given by Commissioner Frank
Mann, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.
CEREMONIAL PRESENTATIONS
Commissioner Mann presented a Ceremonial Resolution and declared September 23, 2015 as
Falls Prevention
Awareness Day
increasing public awareness, and urged everyone to take steps toward protecting those at risk through cost-
effective home modifications and community strategies. LMH Trauma Center Analyst/Educator Mark Tesoro
accepted the Resolution and expressed gratitude to the Board for the acknowledgment.
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COMMISSIONER MANN)
Commissioner Hamman presented a Ceremonial Resolution proclaiming the week of September 28-October 4,
2015 as
Diaper Need Awareness Week
,
Destiny Diaper Bank in order to help with the promotion of improved health and economic stability for low-
income families and their communities. Rebecca G. Hines, Destiny Ministries of SWFL, Inc. accepted the
Resolution and expressed gratitude to the Board for assistance and support.
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COMMISSIONER
HAMMAN
)
RECAP/ANNOUNCEMENTS
Referring to the Agenda
Recap
Sheet dated September 15, 2015, the Chairman announced that:
Two (2) Carry-Over items would be heard at the appropriate times in the agenda.
Commissioner Manning moved approval, seconded by Commissioner Pendergrass, called and carried.
Public Comment on Agenda Items
The Chairman called for public comment on agenda items and there were two (2)
speakers:
The following are the Consent Agenda items that each Board member wished to have discussed:
Commissioner Hamman-Items 1, 9
and
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Commissioner Mann-None
Commissioner Manning-None
Commissioner Pendergrass-None
Commissioner Kiker-None
The Chairman requested a motion to approve the balance of the agenda items and Commissioner Pendergrass so
moved, seconded by Commissioner Manning, called and carried.
AGENDA ITEMS
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
1. Discuss a Resolution requested by Babcock Property Holdings, LLC (BPH) regarding
County
(No funding required):
Provides the Commissioners an opportunity to discuss a Resolution requested by BPH that finds
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Commissioners’ position is required by statute prior to amendment of an ISD. Scheduling of this
item for discussion was requested during the September 1, 2015 BoCC meeting.
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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT)
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PULLED FOR DISCUSSION
Assistant County Manager Doug reviewed the item and responded to questions by Commissioner Pendergrass.
The Chairman called for public comment and there were two (2)
participants:
Attorney Russell Schropp, representing Babcock Property Holdings, LLC
Commissioner Manning moved approval of the Resolution of No Objection, with a proviso that Staff should
clarify a language issue pointed out in public comment and brought back to the Board, seconded by
Commissioner Pendergrass. Under discussion Commissioner Mann expressed concerns for approval of the
resolution and noted his objection. The motion was called and carried, with Commissioner Mann voting nay.
RESOLUTION NO.15-09-18
2. Approve
Interlocal Agreement
services
(No funding required; costs are reimbursed by the town):
Provides the Town with building permit plan review and inspections and, as needed, review of
development orders.
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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT)
Commissioner Pendergrass moved approval, seconded by Commissioner Manning, called and carried.
CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS
(No funding required):
Florida Statute Chapter 136.06(1) requires that all County disbursements be recorded in the
Minutes of the Board. This is for the check and wire registers viewable on the Clerk’s website.
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CLERK OF COURTS)
Commissioner Pendergrass moved approval, seconded by Commissioner Manning, called and carried.
4. Approve expenditures from revenues collected from various fees and services
(General Fund; Sheriff’s Office; Project—Revenues collected from various fees and services):
then used to offset expenses such as for false alarms and overtime associated with background
checks and fingerprinting services, vehicle repairs, equipment purchases and fuel.
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SHERIFF'S OFFICE)
Commissioner Pendergrass moved approval, seconded by Commissioner Manning, called and carried.
5. Approve the Minutes for meetings of the Board of County Commissioners
(No funding required):
Approves the Minutes for meetings of the Board of County Commissioners.
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CLERK
OF COURTS)
Commissioner Pendergrass moved approval, seconded by Commissioner Manning, called and carried.
COUNTY ATTORNEY
6. Approve redemption of unspent
MSBU credits
issued for purchase of Corkscrew Rd. right-
of-way
(Funding to come from the CRSA MSBU Fund.):
Provides an appropriate solution to extinguish unspent/unredeemed CRSA Credits previously
issued to fund the acquisition cost of needed right-of-way for Corkscrew Road.
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COUNTY ATTORNEY)
Commissioner Pendergrass moved approval, seconded by Commissioner Manning, called and carried.
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COUNTY LANDS
7. Commence negotiations for Parcel 294-3, Conservation 20/20 Program
(No funding required.):
Implements the April 9th recommendation of the Conservation Land Acquisition and
Stewardship Advisory Committee (CLASAC) for Staff to pursue the acquisition of Parcel 294-3,
47-25-B4-00009.0000]. The Seller’s asking price is $500,000 ($5,139/acre). The Property was
first nominated to the program in 2005 for $5,000,000, and again in 2006 for $4,880,000. It was
resubmitted in 2014 for $1,299,000 at which time CLASAC and the Board requested contacting
the owners about asking price.
In January 2015 the owner resubmitted asking $500,000 and the Board requested CLASAC re-
review the property. CLASAC did so and voted to ask the Board to pursue negotiations April 9.
This is a request to pursue an appraisal.
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COUNTY LANDS)
Commissioner Pendergrass moved approval, seconded by Commissioner Manning, called and carried.
8. Approve Amended Resolution of Necessity for the Homestead Road Widening Project 5063
(No funding required.):
Authorize staff to pursue acquisition of Parcel 120 PE, for the Homestead Rd Widening Project
5063, through condemnation proceedings, if the parcel is not voluntarily acquired. The
Resolution of Necessity is being amended due to an engineering design change from a temporary
easement to a permanent slope easement. Widening of this 2.26-mile segment, from south of
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COUNTY
LANDS)
Commissioner Pendergrass moved approval, seconded by Commissioner Manning, called and carried.
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9. Approve Purchase
Agreement
Project
($125,000 for land and approximately $6,000 for costs to close; Library Construction-CIP-North
Project. This is one of two parcels needed to provide the necessary land area to expand the North
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COUNTY LANDS)
Commissioner Pendergrass moved approval, seconded by Commissioner Manning, called and carried.
Project
($125,000 for land and approximately $6,000 for costs to close; Library Construction-CIP-North
Approves the
acquisition
Project. This is one of two parcels needed to provide the necessary land area to expand the North
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COUNTY LANDS)
Commissioner Pendergrass moved approval, seconded by Commissioner Manning, called and carried.
COUNTY MANAGER
11. Grant after the fact approval of expenditures for the North American Roller Hockey
Championship
($108,653.28; Sports Development; Included in Budget.):
opportunity to once again host the NARCh Finals in 2015. The event was held from July 15-26
competition. They generated an estimated $3.4 million dollars in direct visitor expenditures and
$30,000 to help offset the expenditures. The grant is a reimbursement grant and will be paid to
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SPORTS DEVELOPMENT)
Commissioner Pendergrass moved approval, seconded by Commissioner Manning, called and carried.
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12. Approve Increase to Annual expenditures on Formal Proposal P-120398, Body Removal
Services
(Other Professional Services.):
Approves an increase in annual expenditures from $180,000 to $350,000 under the existing
annual quote for Body Removal Services for the Medical Examiner. Approves an increase in
annual expenditures from $180,000 to $350,000 under Formal Proposal No. P-120398 Body
Removal Services for the District 21 Medical Examiner to accommodate increased usage due to
additional transports and increase in transport fees. The awarded vendor is Transcon. Funding is
available in Other Professional Services.
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COUNTY MANAGER)
Commissioner Pendergrass moved approval, seconded by Commissioner Manning, called and carried.
13. Accept additional tourist development tax revenue in the amount of $8 million and adjust
budgets
(Approve budget amendment resolutions to accept additional tourist development tax revenue in
the amount of $8 million and adjust budgets accordingly.):
Adjusts tourist tax revenue, reserves, stadium debt service and the beach & shoreline funds
accordingly to reflect the increase of $8.0 million. This will provide a more accurate reflection of
tourist tax revenue while adjusting the stadium's debt services and beach & shoreline budgets and
reserve balances.
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COUNTY MANAGER)
Commissioner Pendergrass moved approval, seconded by Commissioner Manning, called and carried.
RESOLUTION NO’s: 15-09-21 through 15-09-24
14. Purchase of excess liability insurance coverage in the amount of $183,035
($183,035; Enterprise Fund; Included in FY 15/16 Budget.):
interconnection switching station at the Waste to Energy (WTE) facility, a separate standalone
excess insurance policy is required. The expenditure of $183,035 is necessary in order to
purchase/bind this standalone excess insurance policy and continue coverage as required by the
contract.
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BUDGET SERVICES)
Commissioner Pendergrass moved approval, seconded by Commissioner Manning, called and carried.
15. Purchase of property and excess casualty insurance policies in the amount of $3,600,000
($3,600,000; General Liability Self-Insurance Fund; Included in FY 15/16 Budget.):
The expenditure of $3,600,000 is necessary in order to secure and bind property and excess
casualty (liability and workers' compensation) insurance coverage for fiscal year 15-16. These
coverages provide financial protection to the County against various unexpected property and
casualty type losses.
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BUDGET SERVICES)
Commissioner Pendergrass moved approval, seconded by Commissioner Manning, called and carried.
($784,680; Enterprise Fund; Included in FY 15/16 Budget.):
The expenditure of $784,680 is necessary in order to secure and bind insurance coverage for
fiscal year 15-16. This coverage provides financial protection to the County against various
unexpected property type losses.
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BUDGET SERVICES)
Commissioner Pendergrass moved approval, seconded by Commissioner Manning, called and carried.
17. Approve removal of accounts receivable balances considered to be inactive and
uncollectible
(No funding required.):
Adjusts the following accounts receivable balances to reflect anticipated collections: A)
Utilities Division, $170,655.31, account balances, $304,722.20, outstanding assessments; E)
Animal Services, $4,964.00; F) Public Safety Division, $24,590,754.03 (including
$17,345,727.84 of contractual allowances that could not be collected anyway). In the case of
Public Safety (EMS) 70% of the write-off is for “contractual allowances”, meaning EMS
transport fees are above what Medicaid and Medicare will legally reimburse. The County
understands it will not receive the full charge when it is billed, and Medicaid and Medicare
understand they will not pay the full charge. For financial reporting purposes, to accomplish these
write-offs, accounts receivable are reduced and a corresponding “allowance for bad debt” is
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reduced. The net impact to receivables and assets is $0.
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COUNTY MANAGER)
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Commissioner Pendergrass moved approval, seconded by Commissioner Manning, called and carried.
18. Provide budget in twelve funds (not General Fund), primarily due to increased revenues,
for year-end close outs and adjustments
(No funding required.)
Provides budget in funds incurring costs paid out at year end. Allows Finance to close out funds
for the year-end audit. This does not impact the General Fund or General Fund reserves. It aligns
budget with actual expenditures and provides inter-fund
transfers
to close out funds no longer
needed.
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COUNTY MANAGER)
Commissioner Pendergrass moved approval, seconded by Commissioner Manning, called and carried.
RESOLUTION NO’s. 15-09-25, 15-09-26, 15-09-27, 15-09-28, 15-09-29, 15-09-30, 15-09-31, 15-09-32,
15-09-33
19. Establish legislative priorities for the 2016 state legislative session
(No funding required.):
Establishes legislative priorities to guide the County’s advocacy efforts for the 2016 state
legislative session.
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COUNTY MANAGER)
PULLED FOR DISCUSSION
Following introduction of the item by Assistant to the County Manager Glen Salyer, the Chairman called for
public comment and there were no participants. After each of the individual Commissioners commented on the
Legislative Priorities, Commissioner Kiker moved to amend the draft to include a request for support of funding
for the
seconded by Commissioner Manning. The Chair called for public
comment on the Motion to Amend and there no participants. The motion was called and carried.
Extensive Board discussion continued on the list of advocacy efforts for the 2016 State Legislative session and
Commissioner Manning moved approval, seconded by Commissioner Pendergrass. Under discussion,
Commissioner Mann stated his concerns about supporting legislation that would allow Florida counties to opt
out of mandatory funding of Regional Planning Councils, noting he felt it would be premature to consider any
opt-out at this point, and indicated he felt that this item should be removed pending additional Board
consideration. Following individual commentary by each of the Commissioners, Commissioner Manning noted
that the opportunity for additional discussion of this particular issue would remain available to the Board to take
a strategic look prior to any decision regarding the RPC issue, and the motion was called and carried.
At the recommendation of the Chairman, there was discussion by the Commissioners regarding three (3)
County Lobbyist Contracts containing September 30, 2015 expiration dates. Commissioner Pendergrass moved
to retain the services of the GrayRobinson and Nabors, Giblin Firms for the 2015-16 Legislative Agenda,
seconded by Commissioner Manning. The Chairman called for public comment and there were no participants.
negotiations with the two firms and bring back recommendations to the Board, and Commissioner Pendergrass
amended his motion accordingly. Commissioner Mann commented that he favored continuing with the current
three (3) teams. The motion was called and carried with Commissioner Mann voting nay.
FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION AND MANAGEMENT
($392,360; General Fund; Included in FY14/15 Budget.):
the renovation project of both
Admin East
and the
to repair all the
Constitutional Complex are cracked which has resulted in water leaking into the buildings.
Resealing the windows will prevent rain and humidity from entering the buildings. The life of the
HVAC systems will be extended and air quality will be improved due to sealing the windows.
This $392,360 project was planned and budgeted.
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FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION
AND MANAGEMENT)
Commissioner Pendergrass moved approval, seconded by Commissioner Manning, called and carried.
establish a minimum DOCUMENTS\091515R\091515R-Item 21.pdfscope of work to design,
permit, and construct sidewalks for the Palmona Park subdivision.
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FACILITIES
CONSTRUCTION AND MANAGEMENT)
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Commissioner Pendergrass moved approval, seconded by Commissioner Manning, called and carried.
22. Approve a Construction Manager Agreement for Kelly Road Park Irrigation
Improvements
($278,618.26; General Fund; Included in FY 14/15 Budget.):
Approves award of Construction Manager Agreement to
(a local
contractor) in the amount of $278,618.26 to install an irrigation main and pump station at Kelly
an adequate supply of water to maintain the fields because the current re-use irrigation water
supply has proven to have insufficient volume. Due to this lack of water, the fields require
extensive maintenance which includes re-sodding and re-seeding on a continual basis. To solve
this problem, a constant source of water located on a Conservation 20/20 parcel will be used to
irrigate the soccer complex. New irrigation lines and pump will be put in place to water the fields.
The total cost for this project is $332,320 which includes $53,702 to design and permit the
improvements and $278,618 to construct the irrigation lines and pump. This work was planned
and is included in the FY 14/15 budget.
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FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION AND
MANAGEMENT)
Commissioner Pendergrass moved approval, seconded by Commissioner Manning, called and carried.
Improvements
(The cost for this phase of improvements is $876,238.41; $520,546 will initially be funded by the
General Fund and then be reimbursed by the West Coast Inland Navigation District (WCIND),
$197,011.86 will be funded by Boater Improvement Funds and $158,680.55 will be funded by the
General Fund. This work is included in the FY 14/15 budget.):
Approves award of
Construction Manager Agreement
the finger docks to the intra-coastal waterway, demolition of the boat ramp, docks and seawalls
followed by construction of a new boat ramp, barge landing, and seawall. These improvements
are necessary because the commercial barges and ferry boats can be and have been stranded
during low tides. The docks and seawalls have reached the end of their life and are in need of
replacement. The total cost of the improvements is $1,043,473 which includes the GMP of
$876,238, and permitting and professional services of $167,235. This work was planned and is
included in the FY 14/15 budget.
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FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION AND
MANAGEMENT)
Commissioner Pendergrass moved approval, seconded by Commissioner Manning, called and carried.
HUMAN RESOURCES
24. Approve Chief Hearing Examiner's Annual Merit Increase
(MSTU; Included in Budget.):
Approves the Hearing Examiner merit increase for her performance and contributions to the
organization since appointed on September 3, 2013.
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HUMAN RESOURCES)
PULLED FOR DISCUSSION
Commissioner Manning moved approval of a 4% increase, as contractually indicated, seconded by
Commissioner Kiker. The Chairman called for public comment and there were no participants. In discussion,
Commissioner Pendergrass stated his recommendation for a 6% increase based on the Hearing Examiner’s
exceptional performance and annual evaluation. The motion was called and carried, with Pendergrass voting
nay.
Commissioner Hamman requested and there was Board consensus requesting that Commissioner Pendergrass
LIBRARY
25. Acceptance of Proceeds from the Heart of the Community Grant
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($50,000; Library; Not Included in Budget.):
Recognizes the receipt of and approve a budget adjustment in the amount of $50,000 for the
Sheet 20150217.
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LIBRARY)
Commissioner Pendergrass moved approval, seconded by Commissioner Manning, called and carried.
RESOLUTION NO.15-09-34
26. Authorize application for fiscal year 2015-2016 State Aid to Libraries Grant
TBD; Library; Not included in regular budget
Grant.
purchase databases and electronic materials to enhance the collection at all LCLS locations.
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LIBRARY)
Commissioner Pendergrass moved approval, seconded by Commissioner Manning, called and carried.
NATURAL RESOURCES
27. Approve an
Interlocal Agreement
Program
(No funding required):
County which centralizes these activities insuring ground water protection throughout the region.
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NATURAL RESOURCES)
Commissioner Pendergrass moved approval, seconded by Commissioner Manning, called and carried.
28. Approve Funding Agreement with the U.S. Geological Survey for Water Resource
Investigations
($99,706; Unincorporated Area MSTU Fund; Included in Budget; Water Quality.):
Continues cooperative work with U.S. Geological Survey to provide critical data for hydrologic
modeling and assessment of flood conditions. The
agreement
includes Briarcliff Ditch, Gator
and Whiskey Creek.
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NATURAL RESOURCES).
Commissioner Pendergrass moved approval, seconded by Commissioner Manning, called and carried.
PROCUREMENT MANAGEMENT
Wide
($250,000; Funds budgeted for the specific department/division.):
Approves an increase in annual expenditures from below the formal annual expenditure level of
$100,000 to $250,000 under the existing annual Informal Bid No. IFB150041, Temporary
temporary personnel services. This is primarily for temporary labor in Animal Services, Human
Resources, and Parks while positions were vacant and in the process of being filled. No
additional budget is required as temporary positions were paid with lapsed salaries.
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PROCUREMENT MANAGEMENT)
Commissioner Pendergrass moved approval, seconded by Commissioner Manning, called and carried.
PUBLIC SAFETY
30. Approve Extension of Interlocal Agreement for Fire Protection of Maravilla/Marvaez
MSTU
($27,882; Maravilla MSTU; Included in Budget.):
Approval of this
extension
Myers will allow continued fire protection to the Maravilla/Marvaez enclave areas by the City of
Avenue, north of Carrell Road, and west of Central Avenue.
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PUBLIC SAFETY)
Commissioner Pendergrass moved approval, seconded by Commissioner Manning, called and carried.
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Agreement
(No funding required.):
This
second amendment
of the original license agreement provides the Licensee with the
opportunity to move forward with equipment upgrades and provides the County with $358.00 per
month in license fees.
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PUBLIC SAFETY)
Commissioner Pendergrass moved approval, seconded by Commissioner Manning, called and carried.
SOLID WASTE
32. Approve listing of one (1) Mandatory Garbage Hardship Payment Deferral request for FY
15/16
(No funding required.):
Defers the annual Solid Waste Assessment payment and provides for the recording of liens under
the Mandatory Garbage Hardship Deferral Program.
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SOLID WASTE)
Commissioner Pendergrass moved approval, seconded by Commissioner Manning, called and carried.
33. Award B-150424 Recycled Asphalt Paving for County-Wide Resurfacing Roadway
Improvements
This item awards project B-150424 County-Wide Resurfacing Roadway Improvements -
Recycled Asphalt Paving FY15 to
Preferred Materials, Inc.
, in the amount of $300,345.95, for the
resurfacing of various roads in Lehigh Acres. (#
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Commissioner Pendergrass moved approval, seconded by Commissioner Manning, called and carried.
34. Award B-150438 Contract No. 4 for FY 2015 County-Wide Resurfacing Roadway
Improvements
This item awards project B-150438 County-Wide Resurfacing Roadway Improvements Contract
No. 4 FY15 to
in the amount of $674,777, for the resurfacing of
various local roads.
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Commissioner Pendergrass moved approval, seconded by Commissioner Manning, called and carried.
UTILITIES
35. Increase Annual Expenditure PB140069, Bill Printing, Processing and Mailing Services
(NTE $200,000 annually; Enterprise Fund; Included in the current FY14/15 Operating Budget.):
Approve an increase in annual expenditures from $145,000 to $200,000 under the existing
increase in ongoing services and to allow LCU to utilize additional quoted options for
improvements to the existing services being provided by Southwest Direct, Inc. The annual
estimated expenditure for these services is not to exceed $200,000.
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UTILITIES)
Commissioner Pendergrass moved approval, seconded by Commissioner Manning, called and carried.
CARRY-OVER AGENDA
1. Approve proceeds from reserves for CenturyLink Sports Complex stadium improvements
($833,500; Tourist Development Tax Revenue Bond 94/04 Reserves Contingency.):
Allows the
transfer
of Tourist Development Tax Revenue bond escrow reserve funds to the
capital improvement construction fund. This will allow additional capital maintenance
improvements to be completed at the stadium under the current capital improvement project,
including concourse work and decking, shade canopy, and power. These funds can only be spent
on the Twins Stadium.
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Following introduction of the item by Assistant County Manager/Chief Financial Officer Pete Winton, the
Chairman called for public comment and there were no participants. Commissioner Pendergrass moved
approval, seconded by Commissioner Kiker, called and carried.
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2.
Approve the purchase of ten Fixed Route Buses, and five maintenance training units/modules:
($4,924,181-Not included in Budget-FTA Grant funded on a reimbursement basis; Strategic Priority 4.)
Approves PB150471 for the purchase of six (6) 40’ low-floor diesel buses at a cost of $424,628 each;
four (4) 35’ low-floor diesel buses at a cost of $458,425 each; and five (5) maintenance training
units/modules at a total cost of $302,713.10 Grand Total Cost: $4,924,181,10 (100% grant funded by
the Federal Transit Administration ). Purchase is made from Gillig, LLC via the LYNX/FPTA
Partnership Heavy Duty Bus Contract #14-C09, which has gone through a competitive bidding process.
Allows Lee Tran to replace ten (10) Fixed Route buses that have exceeded their useful life and approves
Budget Amendment in the amount of $4,924,181.
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TRANSIT)
Following an introduction of the item by Assistant County Manager Dave Harner, the Chairman called for
public comment and there was one (1)
participant:
Transit Director Steve Myers responded to concerns by the speaker and questions by the Board, and explained
that the purchase is fully funded by an FTA Grant. Commissioner Manning moved approval, seconded by
Commissioner Pendergrass, called and carried.
RESOLUTION NO.15-09-36
COMMISSIONERS’ ITEMS
WEST COAST ISLAND NAVIGATIONAL DISTRICT (WCIND)-Commissioner Kiker moved
approval for a Resolution of Gratitude on behalf of retiring Executive Director Charles Listowski, in
acknowledgment of his many accomplishments over the past 23 years on behalf of the District, seconded by
Commissioner Mann. The Chairman called for public comment and there were no participants. The motion was
called and carried.
informed that Suncoast Schools Federal Credit Union donated $5 million for the College’s plans for a new
sports arena, and that a ground-breaking will be held in mid-April.
COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS
Commissioner Manning moved on behalf of Commissioner Hamman to reappoint Jennifer R.
Sapen to the
LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE COMMITTEE
, seconded by Commissioner Mann, called and
carried.
Commissioner Mann moved to appoint Steve Brodkin to the
LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE
COMMITTEE.
Following discussion by the Board, Commission Mann withdrew the motion.
COUNTY ATTORNEY ITEMS
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Request to schedule an attorney/client session relating to eight Pine Island Bert Harris litigation cases.
The proposed session is scheduled for Tuesday, October 6, 2015 at 8:30 a.m., opening in the Chambers,
seconded by Commissioner Mann. The Chairman called for public comment and there were no
participants. The motion was called and carried.
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pursuant to Section 70.51, F.S., filed on behalf of the owners of a project known as the “Kimberly
Regenesis & Mouracade Regenerative Medicine Center”. This Request for Relief is based on a zoning
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case denied by the Board on August 5, 2015; consequently, the prohibition against ex parte
communications remains in effect.
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Commissioners’ Workshop Update
Chairman Hamman announced cancellation of the Commissioners’ Workshop Session scheduled for today at
1:30 p.m. The Chairman called for public comment on the Commissioners’ Workshop cancellation and there
were no participants. County Manager Roger Desjarlais reminded the Board that the Public Hearing on the
Final Draft of the FY2015-16 Budget was scheduled for 5:05 p.m.
THERE WERE NO PARTICIPANTS FOR PUBLIC PRESENTATION OF MATTERS BY CITIZENS
The Chairman adjourned the meeting at 10:58 a.m.
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