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JULY 18, 1978
The Board of County Commissioners, Manatee County, Florida, met
in REGULAR SESSION in the Courthouse, Bradenton, Florida, Tuesday,
July 18, 1978, at 9:01 a.m.
Present were Commissioners:
Louis E. Driggers, Chairman
Dan P. McClure, Vice Chairman
Lamar S. Parrish
L.H. Fortson, Jr
R.W. Fowinkle, III
Also present were
David B. Collier, County Administrator
E.N. Fay Jr, County Attorney
L. Frappier, Deputy Clerk, representing R.B. Shore, Clerk
Representing various News Media were: Betty Kohlman, St Petersburg
Times; Don Moore, The Islander; Norma Gill, Bradenton Herald and/or
other representatives who entered during the meeting.
The meeting was called to order by the Chairman.
Invocation by Rev. Jim Sibley, Palma Sola Bay Baptist Church.
WELFARE (OB) PATIENTS/MEDICAID - PHYSICIANS
C.B. Russell, County Welfare Department Director, introduced
local O.B. physicians. Doctors Wesley Sutherland, Joseph Newhall,
Lee Turner an'd- Anthony Cuva, and explained that they were present
to submit their proposal that the County
1) Supplement the State Medicaid Program
2) Increase physicians' clinical (O.B.) fees for indigent
patients: (as follows)
Regular Pre-natal & Delivery
Tubals
C-Sections (Caesareans)
Walk-ins
from $300 to $450
No increase
from $200 to $250
from $150 to $300
During the lengthy discussion following the presentation,the
physicians defended their proposed fees and outlined problems
encountered in administering treatment for indigent OB patients
and collections of fees for treatment of Medicaid patients.
Dr John Ambrusko, Manatee County Health Department Director,
stated that the Health Department is mandated by Law to provide
this care; however, Medicaid is a State program and cannot be
supplemented by the County.
Members of the audience expressing opinions were Diane Stevenson
and Mrs J. Newby.
There were no objections to
that the matter be referred
eluding a spokesman for the
back to the Board.
recommendation by Chairman Driggers
to Mr McClure and a committee, in-
doctors, for review and recommendation
CENTRAL GARDENS SUBDIVISION, VACATION OF STREET
Alien Schofield, Attorney for Petitioners George Eben & Mary Jane
Albritton and Madge S. Cline, stated that it was in the best
interest of all parties concerned to vacate only the north
half of the right of way, leaving the entire south half of the
right of way as utilities easement. He submitted a proposed
resolution, approved by the County Attorney, vacating, closing
and disclaiming a portion of 52nd Avenue East (the North half
of said right of way), Oneco, Florida.
Motion was made by Mr Parrish to adopt the resolution. Motion
was seconded by Mr McClure and carried unanimously.
-'RESOLUTION RECORDED S5-27
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SUPERVISOR OF ELECTIONS VOTING MACHINES
H. Jerome Davis, Supervisor of Elections, advised that certifi¬
cation and request to purchase the Datavote system have been
approved by the Office of the Secretary of State. He requested
the Board authorize contractual arrangement with Diamond International
to purchase and install the system in Manatee County, and stated
that Diamond International has agreed, verbally, to a split-payment
arrangement, with the first one due and -payable in October 1978
and the second in October 1979.
Motion was made by Mr McClure to instruct the County Attorney
to draft the appropriate purchase agreement(s). .- Motion was seconded
by Mr Fowinkle and carried unanimously.
GRANTS DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENTENT
Regis Chapman, Director, Grants Development Department, submitted
for approval, requests outlined in his letter dated July 18, 1978.
(1) Ceta Title I On-the-Job Training Contracts:
(a) R-163, Newsome.Marble, Inc, to train Synthetic Marble
Specialist, 7/5/78-4/10/79, @ $2,400
(b) R-164, Agricultural Research and Education Center,
to train Agricultural Lab. Tech. Trainee, 7/7/78-7/5/79,
@ $2,932.80
(c) R-165, Cox Chevrolet, Inc., to train Auto Mechanic,
7/11/78-4/16/79, @ $2,880
(d) R-166, A-Accurate Printcrafter, to train Printer-Pressman
7/11/78-3/19/79 @ $1987.20
(e) R-167, Chi's Market, East, to train Meat Cutter, 7/12/78-
7/6/79, @ $1200.00
CONTRACTS RECORDED
(2) On-the-Job Training Non-Financial Agreement, No. A-002,
Manatee.County Utilities System, to train Wastewater
Treatment Plant Operator, 7/10/78-7/6/79, @ $7,072
(3) CETA Title III (HIRE II) Contract No. H-III-01, Cox Chevrolet,
Inc., to train Auto. Mechanic 7/3/78-1/10/79, @ $2,080
CONTRACT RECORDED
(4) Increase Grants Development Department Manning Level by one
Manpower Specialist II to be responsible for operating HIRE II
Grant
(5) Modification No. 802 to CETA Title I Annual Plan No. 12-8-
0165-10 in the amount of $34,332 to incorporate final 1977
carry-over
(6) Authorize Chairman to execute contract with Manatee County
Health Department for previously awarded Anti-Recessionary
Fiscal Assistance award ($12,213) to fund public health
nurse as hospital coordinator in home health program.
(This item was deferred)
(7) Authorization to develop HEW Cooperative Research or
Demonstration Project to be administered by the Grants
Development Department to obtain a planner to coordinate
elderly and handicapped transportation services in
Manatee County
(8) Authorization for Chairman to execute Resolution authorizing
submission of application for LEAA (Part C) Grant proposal
in the amount of $14,678 for the "East Bradenton Community
Assumption of Responsibility for Delinquent Dependents
(C.A.R.D.D.)" to be administered by Manatee County Girls Club.
^RESOLUTION RECORDED S5-28
(9) Authorization for Chairman to execute LEAA Grant application
(Part C) for the project "East Bradenton Community Assump¬
tion of Responsibility for Delinquent Dependents (C.A.R.D.D.)"
JULY 18, 1978 Cont'd
(10)
(Requested funding $13,210 to be matched. State $734; $734
local Girls Club.)
Authorization for Chairman to execute Resolution authorizing
submission for application for LEAA (Juvenile Justice De¬
linquency Prevention) Grant proposal in the amount of $6,850
for "East Bradenton Community Assumption of Responsibility
for Delinquent Dependents (C.A.R.D.D.)".
RESOLUTION RECORDED S5-29
(11) Authorization for Chairman to execute LEAA Grant application
(Juvenile Justice Delinquency Prevention) for the project
"East Bradenton Community Assumption of Responsibility for
Delinquent Dependents (C.A.R.D.D.)"» (Requested funding $6165.
to be matched State $342; local Girls Club $343.)
Linda Asman and Susan Shore, representing the Girls Club,
were present to answer any questions pertaining to the Girls
Clubs' grants applications, etc.
Motion was made by Mr McClure to approve Items 1 through 11
with the exception of Item 6, and adopt the resolutions. (Author¬
izing the filing of applications for LEAA Grants) Motion was
seconded by Mr Parrish and carried unanimously.
DRAINAGE DITCH - BRADENTON, CITY OF
Mayor A.K. Leach and Councilmen Oscar Blair, Clarence Love and
Paul Ridgdill, City of Bradenton, submitted request for County
participation in funding the completion of a drainage project,
involving a ditch lying along the city/county southern boundary
(26th Avenue, W.) from 16th Street West to 30th Street West.
Mr Blair submitted following facts and figures:
- total cost of the project is $1,028,417;
- that $778,417 in EDA funds was used by the city to complete the
project from 16th Street West to a point between 24th and
25th Street W;
- that $250,000 is needed to complete the project.
(from intersection of the ditch with Wares Creek to
30th Street West).
He further stated that if the entire project could be contracted
prior to the contractor's completion date, approximately 9/30/78,
he felt sure that Woodruff and Sons, (contractor) would honor
the unit prices in their original bid at a considerable saving
over present prices of materials.
Mayor Leach assured the Board that the City would continue to pursue
possibilities of further federal funds.
About fifteen persons in the audience complied with request by
the Chairman to stand to indicate their interest in having the
ditch covered. One person complained about debris in the
ditch and rats and snakes that came from the ditch into his
back yard.
Following lengthy discussion. Chairman Driggers recommended
the request be referred to Commissioner Parrish, Highway Com¬
mittee Chairman, and Commissioner Fortson, Budget Chairman, for
their study and recommendations back to the Board. There were no
objections.
RECESS/RECONVENE
Following a brief recess, the Board reconvened with all members
present.
GUN PERMITS (BOWMAN; GENSLER)
The County Attorney submitted
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RESOLUTION LICENSING THE CARRYING OF A CERTAIN PISTOL
granting a license to Henry A. Gensler, Lane 4, Lot 38, Royal
Gardens Estates, Bradenton, Florida, for a period of two years,
and approving surety bond ($100. United States Fire Ins. Co.).
Motion was made by Mr McClure to approve the gun permit and adopt
the resolution. Motion was seconded by Mr Parrish and carried
unanimously.
"RESOLUTION RECORDED S;
The application of Lee Bowman was deferred, pending further
review of his application.
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN DEVELOPMENT
Dave Forkner, Planning and Development Department, made a progress
report on the Schedule and Key Dates of the Comprehensive Plan
Development.
ZONING
Recommendations of the Planning Commission were submitted by
Charles Carrington, Planning Director, and Bill Swan, Planner.
R-898 JESSIE & LAURA BELL MITCHELL AUTO SALVAGE DENIED
Deferred 6/27/78
Planning Commission recommended DENIAL.
Mr Parrish recommended and moved that R-898 be denied. Motion
was seconded by Mr Fortson and carried unanimously.
SE-1108 JESSIE & LAURA BELL MITCHELL - DENIED
Deferred 6/27/78 (Companion request to R-898)
Planning Commission recommended DENIAL.
Motion was made by Mr Parrish that SE-1108 be denied. Motion
was seconded by Mr Fortson and carried unanimously.
SE-1117 FROG CREEK GROVES, INC -BORROW PIT - WITHDRAWN
(Deferred 6/7/78)
The Planning Director referred to a letter from William B.
Kipp, Agent, dated July 17, 1978, requesting that SE-1117
be withdrawn due to concern over adverse traffic conditions
that could arise from operation of a borrow pit.
Motion was made by Mr McClure that the request to withdraw
SE-1117 be approved. Motion was seconded by Mr Parrish and
carried unanimously.
SE-1I27 COMMERCIAL DEV. & INV. CORP.
(Ken Nagel, Agent) Request:
COP - DENIED
Special Exception to permit
sale of beer and wine for consumption on premises at
Dino's Pizza Restaurant on 1.12 acres at 5520 Manatee
Avenue, W.
Planning Commission recommended DENIAL
The Planning Director stated Ray Shannon, Mr McKenny and
John Haight spoke in opposition at the public hearing.
Mr Fortson recommended and moved that SE-1127 be denied. Motion
was seconded by Mr McClure and carried unanimously.
APPROVED R-915 JERRINE L. CAMPBELL - OFFICES_________
~~t^..Frank Konkel, Agent)Request:To change
present zoning from R-1AA to PR district to
permit professional offices on 1.39 acres at
N.E. corner of 26th St W and 52nd Ave Dr. W.
Planning Commission recommended APPROVAL.
JULY 18, 1978 Cont'd
There were no objections from the Health and Utilities Department
and none from Highway Engineering Department, provided the main
access is off 52nd Avenue Drive West.
Mr Konkel, who was present to answer any questions, said the
petitioner was agreeable to the access stipulation.
Motion was made by Mr Portson to approve R-915 as recommended,
to include stipulation by Highway Department, and adopt the
appropriate resolution. Motion was seconded by Mr McClure and
carried unanimously.
RESOLUTION RECORDED
R-917 PALM LAKE ESTATES LTD - PARK MANAGEMENT - APPROVED
Request: To change present zoning from T-l to R-1A
on 0.45 acre at 808 53rd Avenue E. to permit two
single family homes.
Planning Commission recommended APPROVAL.
Mr Fowinkle recommended and moved that R-917 be approved (by
adoption of appropriate resolution). Motion was seconded by
Mr McClure and carried unanimously.
"RESOLUTION RECORDED
SE-1128 SAM J. HAYDEN - REAL ESTATE OFF. - APPROVED
Request: Special Exception to permit home occupation
for real estate office on 0.32 acre at 524 15th Ave
Drive E., Palmetto
Planning Commission recommended APPROVAL.
The Planning Director stated that the petitioner had requested
five years, plus five years extension at administrative dis¬
cretion of the Planning Director.
Motion was made by Mr Parrish to approve SE-1128 for five
years with five years extension at discretion of Planning
Director. Motion was seconded by Mr McClure and carried
unanimously.
^"SE-1129 PANSY MARSHALL - BEAUTY SHOP - APPROVED
Request: Special Exception to permit home occu¬
pation for beauty shop on 0.92 acre at 2209 51st
Blvd E.
Planning Commission recommended APPROVAL for five
years, with additional five years extension at ad¬
ministrative discretion of Planning Director.
The Planning Director pointed out that a home occupation
for a beauty shop requires waiver of Section VI, Paragraph 33(L)
of County Zoning Ordinances and recommended that if approval
is granted, the motion should include such waiver.
Ms Marshall and her Attorney, Alien Schofield, were present and
in response to query from Mr McClure advised that the shop would
consist of only one station (chair).
Chairman Driggers, in whose district the property is located,
recommended that the request be approved for five years, plus
an additional five years with waiver as recommended by the
Planning Director .
Motion was made by Mr McClure to approve SE-1129 as recommended.
Motion was seconded by Mr Parrish and carried unanimously.
SE-1130 VAN SCHAACK/RUTH PARKS - PLASTIC SALES - APPROVED
(Hardin-Lowry Realty Co., Agent)
Request: Special Exception to permit retail sale of
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plastic mulch to farmers, and maintenance of equipment,
on 1.6 acres south of intersection of US 41 and Bayshore
Road.
Planning Commission recommended APPROVAL.
Mr Van Schaack and.Mr Weislacher, purchaser of the property, were
present and explained that the plastic mulch actually consisted
of plastic sheets used by tomato and strawberry growers to pre¬
vent weeds and retain moisture around the plants.
The Planning Director stated that no time limit on the special
exception was requested and none stipulated by the Planning
Commission.
Motion was made by Mr McClure to approve SE-1130.
seconded by Mr Parrish and carried unanimously.
Motion was
78-S-14(P&F) QUAIL WALK SUB DIVISION - APPROVED
Request: Preliminary and final plat approval of
7 single family lots subdivision on 8.89 acres
at the east end of Linger Lodge Road.
Planning Commission recommended APPROVAL with
waiver.of sidewalks, recreational requirements
and fire protection system.
The Highway Department recommended dedication of additional
17 feet along Linger Lodge Road in the form of right of way
or drainage easement to allow future construction of Linger
Lodge.Road in accordance with County Graphic Standards Rural
Typical Section.
Motion was made by Mr Mr McClure to approve 78-S-14(P&F) as
recommended. Motion was seconded by Mr Parrish and carried
unanimously.
-WUSEMOVING PERMIT (JOHNSON)
Mr Carrington submitted application from Lewis Johnson, Owner
for R.E. Johnson to move a building from corner of 4th
Ave and 15th St E. to 2320 21st St Ct E., Palmetto
and explained that the building had been moved about a year
ago without a moving permit, noting that since the Highway and
Engineering Department had inspected the route over which the
house had been moved and found no apparent damages to any public
or private properties, approval was recommended.
The County Attorney advised there were no legal provision for
levying a fine for the violation (moving without a permit).
Mr Parrish requested action be deferred one week to allow him
to look into the matter. There were no objections.
CHRISTIAN RETREAT CONFERENCE GROUNDS
The Planning Director made reference to request by the developers
to change the plan for "Christian Retreat Conference Grounds" to
allow construction of an eleven-story high-rise apartment complex
in lieu of a series of low-rise single/multi-family dwellings
around a circle of land under the existing special exception
(SE-732), instead of applying for a zoning change.
Following discussion, it was the concensus of opinion that there
were no objections to the developers making application to
amend the existing Special Exception to allow the high-rise
building as the final stage in this development project.
JULY 18, 1978 Cont'd
SHADOWBROOK MOBILEHOME SUBDIVISION
Mr Fay advised that he had reviewed and approved the Title Search
on Shadowbrook Mobilehome Subdivision (approved by the Board
in a previous meeting on 7/6/78, subject to the approval of the
Title Search by the County Attorney).
CREEKWOOD GOLF COURSE (SE-947)
In response to query from Ralph Nelson, on behalf of Creekwood
Investors Ltd., as to whether an extension of time could be
granted on SE-947, Creekwood Golf Course, which expired April
26, 1978, the County Attorney advised that an "expiration" cannot
be extended; therefore, application for a new Special Exception
will be necessary.
BEKER PHOSPHATE CORP. FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT
In response to request by John Harllee, Attorney, for extension of
time for Beker Phosphate Corporation to furnish financial respon¬
sibility (ref: Resolution adopted 2/28/78; extensions on 3/28/78
and 5/23/78) motion was made by Mr Parrish to grant the extension
until ninety (90) days prior to the actual commencement of mining
operations, and authorize the County Attorney to draft a resolution
confirming this action, to be adopted at the next regular meeting.
Motion was seconded by Mr Fortson and carried unanimously.
PHILLIPS PETROLEUM CORPORATION
In reference to cancellation of the work session with Phillips
Petroleum Corp. (ref. DRI-7, SE-842) July 7, 1978, the Planning
Director advised that he would contact the principals involved
and initiate a work session some time the following week.
RECESS
The Chairman declared the meeting recessed until 1:30 P.M.
1:34 P.M.
The meeting was reconvened at 1:34 p.m. with all members present.
RAILROAD CROSSINGS (SIGNALIZATION)
In connection with the 1978-79 Railroad-Highway Grade Crossing
Signal Improvement Program, Bob Pierro, County Highway and
Engineering Department, submitted following crossings which
qualify for the program:
17th Street, Palmetto
Piney Point Road
Piney Point Road
Piney Point Road
Tallevast Road
(Crossing No.
(Crossing No.
(Crossing No.
(Crossing No.
(Crossing No.
624728)
624748)
624749)
624745)
624669)
E.L. Dougherty, Director, recommended commitment from the Board
to participate in this program and to accept the project. Mr
Pierro stated this is necessary in order to be included in the
State budget.
Capital outlay for the crossings, estimated at $163,000, will
come from State and Federal funds; the County will be responsible
for fifty percent (50%) of the annual maintenance only, which
will average from $300 to $500 per crossing per year.
Motion was made by Mr Fortson to approve the recommendations of
the Highway Department. Motion was seconded by Mr McClure and
carried unanimously.
COUNTY EMPLOYEE (HARTLEBEN) - SICK LEAVE
Upon motion by Mr McClure, seconded by Mr Parrish, additional
sick leave (440 hours) was unanimously granted Mrs Ina L.
Hartleben, Highway Department, under Section I.I. (2)(e) of Manatee
County Personnel Policy, Rules and Procedures.
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'DESOTO LAKES COUNTRY CLUB, UNIT I, SECT. E
Recommendation by the Director of Highway/Engineering on
acceptance of streets and drainage improvements in DeSoto
Lakes Country Club, Unit I, Section E, Subdivision, was
deferred until final plat is approved.
PURCHASING DEPARTMENT
William Mullon, Purchasing Director, submitted recommendations
of the Purchasing Department outlined in his letter of July 18,
1978.
LIBRARY SYSTEM
A.I Air Conditioning (Bid No. 78-69)
a. Award to lowest responsible bidders -
Palmetto Branch: to Air-Rite Inc., $6,906
So. County Branch: to Delesline Refrigeration, $9,500
A.2 Compactor
a. Procure from Compactor, Inc, for $2,955
The Purchasing Director explained that no bids were received
in response to the advertisement for the Compactor; that the
Manufacturer was contacted and the quote of $2,955 was submitted
by Compactor, Inc, and he recommended acceptance.
Motion was made by Mr Fowinkle to approve the items as outlined
by the Purchasing Director. Motion was seconded by Mr Parrish
and carried unanimously.
MULLON, WILLIAM S. - CERTIFIED PURCHASING MANAGER
Chairman Driggers read letter from F.J. Winters, Executive
Vice-President, National Association of Purchasing Management,
Inc., advising that the Association has designated and certified
Mr Mullon as a Certified Purchasing Manager.
21ST AVE W./51ST STREET W. - RIGHT OF WAY SETTLEMENT
In connection with acquisition of a small parcel of right of way
for the intersection of 21st Avenue W and 51st Street W., motion
was made by Mr Fowinkle to authorize Bob Moon, Right of Way Agent,
to proceed with purchase of the property from Mrs Joyce
Kushmer at $325. Motion was seconded by Mr Fortson and carried
unanimously.
In response to Mr McClure's question as to whether he should
file a conflict of interest form because Mrs Kushmer is his
cousin, the County Attorney advised it was not necessary.
-EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICE: TOWER SITE
Mr Moon advised that negotiations are proceeding in connection
with acquisition of the Henderson property for the EMS tower
site, and documents will be submitted for the Board's consid¬
eration on the following Thursday.
GUN PERMIT (BOWMAN)
The County Attorney stated that he had reviewed Lee Bowman's
application for a gun permit and, due to improper identification
of the gun, and no power of attorney on the bond, he recommended
the resolution be referred to the Clerk's office for research
and clarification. There were no objections.
COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR - EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT
The County Attorney submitted County Administrator Employment
Agreement, duly executed by David B. Collier and the County.
Motion was made by Mr Fortson that the Agreement be accepted.
Motion was seconded by Mr Fowinkle and carried unanimously.
AGREEMENT RECORDED S5-
JULY 18, 1978 Cont'd
LIBRARY BUILDING - RELEASE OF CLAIMS (DAMAGE)
In connection with damage to the Central Library Building,
caused by a "falling air conditioning duct" the County
Attorney submitted a Release of All Claims, releasing C.P.M.
P'lumbing & Mechanical, Inc. and Gulf Insurance Group from
this particular claim on May 14, 1978. He recommended the
Chairman be authorized to execute the Release and accept a
check in the amount of $5,333.50 as full and final compromise
settlement of claims arising from this accident, payable to the
Board of County Commissioners and the County Library, as their
interest may appear, to be tendered upon execution of the Release.
Motion was made by Mr Fowinkle to approve the recommendations of
the County Attorney. Motion was seconded by Mr Parrish and
carried unanimously.
Commissioner Fowinkle, Insurance Chairman, explained that the
settlement of this claim is solely to indemnify the County of
the damage done (to the Library, furnishing, etc) when the duct
fell, and in no way affects the duct work, etc.
LIBRARY: CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY
The County Attorney advised that, in response to comments in
recent newspaper articles about use of the Library Building
without a Certificate of Occupancy, he has written a letter
to the Board explaining why no Certificate of Occupancy is
necessary.
WALCAID BUILDING: LEASE/ADDENDUM
The County Attorney submitted Lease executed by Robert G. Blalock,
individually, and as Trustee of the Walcaid Building, whereby
the County leases all of the second floor of the Walcaid Building,
located at the corner of 6th Avenue West and llth Street West,
Bradenton, Florida, for a period of thirty-six (36) months from
July 17, 1978, at $5.15 per square foot; together with an
Addendum to paragraph 3 of the Walcaid Building Lease, pertaining
to installation of an elevator.
Motion was made by Mr Fortson to approve and authorize the Chairman
to execute the Lease and the Addendum. Motion was seconded by
Mr Fowinkle and carried unanimously.
"RECORDED S5-32
In compliance with Florida Statutes, Section 286.23, the County
Attorney submitted, and recommended the Board accept Affidavit
by Robert G. Blalock, disclosing names and address of
all persons having a beneficial interest in and to the
Walcaid Building, as follows:
Robert G. Blalock, 802 llth St., W., Bradenton
Dan S. Blalock Jr, 1111 8th Ave W., Bradenton
Edward Heveran, 1732 Santa Barbara Dr, Dunedin, Fla 33528.
Motion was made by Mr Fowinkle to accept the document for the
Record. Motion was seconded by Mr Fortson and carried unanimously.
INSURANCE: WORKMEN COMPENSATION CLAIM (MAY)
The County Attorney referred to letter from Law Offices of
Mann & Fay dated July 17, 1978,
Re: Daniel May
Claim No. 00178-77
Date of Accident: July 19, 1977
and recommended the Board approve tentative lump sum settlement
of this claim in the amount of $2,865.80, plus $400 attorney's
fee to Employee May's lawyer.
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Motion was made by Mr Fortson that the recommendation be approved.
Motion was seconded by Mr Fowinkle and carried unanimously.
ASHLAND-WARREN, INC - PERFORMANCE BOND
The County Attorney referred to the bond ($86,030.52, Ins.
of North America, Surety) in connection with award of street
re-surfacing contract (Proj. #1404) to Ashland-Warren, Inc.
on 6 July 1978, subject to approval by the County Attorney,
and stated that said bond is in good legal form.
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RECLAMATION BOND - SE-1118 (CLARK)
The County Attorney announced that the Reclamation Bond ($31,000,
Service Ins. Co., Surety) in connection with SE-1118, for Walter W.
and Betty M. dark, is in good legal form.
SPECIAL IMPROVEMENT ASSESSMENT LIENS/RELEASE
Upon motion by Mr Fortson, seconded by Mr Fowinkle, the Board
unanimously approved Partial Release of Special Improvement As¬
sessment Liens as follows:
Project No. 292, Item 16
Project No. 358, Item 430
Project No. 676, Item 07
Project No. 667, Item 30
Project 528, Item 09
AGRICULTURAL EXTENSION SERVICE - TELECOMMUNICATIONS SERVICE AGREEMENT
In connection with proposed Telecommunications Service Agreement
for the Agriculture Extension Service, the County Attorney was
authorized to contact the Telephone Company for clarification
of the Agreement, and submit to the Board the following Thursday.
POUTRE ENTERPRISES, INC - MANAGEMENT TRAINING
The County Attorney referred to action by the Board on July 6th,
employing Poutre Enterprises Inc to provide management training
for County employees during a certain period and letter from
Mr Poutre confirming the dates of July 18,19,24,25,26,27,
28, 1978.
BUDGET AMENDMENTS (VARIOUS)
Upon motion by Mr Fortson, seconded by Mr Fowinkle, resolutions
were unanimously adopted, authorizing amendment of current
budget to provide for receipt and appropriation of unanticipated
revenue as follows:
1) Increase Revenue:
2)
Health & Rehabilitative Services #3
Increase Expenditure:
Transfer to General Funds
Increase Revenue:
$ 3,800.00
^RESOLUTION RECORDED
Transfer to General Funds
Increase Expenditure:
EMS Equipment, HRS Grant #3 $ 3,800.00
RESOLUTION RECORDED
and by Item to Item transfer as follows:
3) YOUTH SERVICES
From: Regular & Part time Salaries/Wages, FICA
Taxes, Retirement and Postage
To: Health Ins., Education, Office/Operating
Supplies, Books, Records, Telephones,
Print/Binding, Subscriptions,
Memberships, Equipment $ 1,476.00
"RESOLUTION RECORDED
JULY 18, 1978 Cont'd
WATER SYSTEM CONSTRUCTION TRUST FUND
Payment of $13,000from the $1.8M Bond Anticipation Note was
deferrred to the following Tuesday, pending clarification.
SALES AND USE TAX REPORTS
Upon motion by Mr Fortson, seconded by Mr Fowinkle, the Board
unanimously approved and authorized the Chairman to execute .
Sales and Use Tax Reports as follows:
Board of County Commissioners, Quarter Ending 6/30/78 - 0
County Golf Course, Quarter Ending 6/30/78 - $1,021.72
BONDS
Motion was made by Mr Parrish to approve bonds and bond
refunds as follows:
DRIVEWAY PERMITS
Refund; Tony Spivey #.4568 - $250
Accept: James P. Shafer # 4270 - $200
Accept: Robert Walton # 4253 - $250
Motion was seconded by Mr Fowinkle and carried unanimously.
BILLS FOR PAYMENT
Upon motion by Mr Fortson, seconded by Mr Fowinkle, following
bills were unanimously approved for payment:
Refunds: Betmar Cooling & Heating Inc.
(H.A.R.V. Permit) $ 14.00
Coastal Mechanical Contractors
(H.A.R.V. Permit) 24.00
Blue Shield of Florida (Boutte) 161.20
Manatee Memorial Hospital 60.00
Baran, Stoutamyer & Gimenez 89.00
Lehman, Foley, Schermer, Med. Exams. 3,079.75
Marcus A. Myers 10.00
Sam Cornwell, Tax Collector (Commissions) 15,511.56
W.G. Mills, Inc., (59th St Drainage -
Project #8028, application #2) 70,889.58
Refunds on two Building Permits at $523.00 each to Ray Klomparens
(for Bidgs #1 & 2, Morton Village) were referred to Mr Fowinkle
for research and recommendation.
CORRESPONDENCE/REPORTS
Correspondence or Reports were acknowledged from:
1. R.B. SHORE, Clerk of Circuit Court, Re: Tentative 1978-79
Budget - Work Session tentatively set on Monday, July 24, 1978.
2. COMMISSIONER FOWINKLE, reported that the audit of the Garbage
Disposal firms is ready - Work Session scheduled Monday, July
24, 1978, 1:30 p.m.
3. SO. FLORIDA MUSEUM/BISHOP PLANETARIUM, proposed Proclamation
declaring the Month of September 1978 "Hurricane Preparedness
Month"
HURRICANE PREPAREDNESS MONTH
Motion was made by Mr Parrish to accept Proclamation proposed by
South Florida Museum/Bishop Planetarium declaring September 1978
as Hurricane Preparedness Month. Motion was seconded by Mr McClure
and carried unanimously.
4. CHARLES CARRINGTON, Planning Director, Re: Capital Improvements
Projects Review Committee - Referred to David B. Collier, County
Administrator for consideration and recommendations.
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5. HIGHWAY/ENGINEERING DEPT., Re: Reclassification of Thorough¬
fares (Arterial Streets) Program - Referred to County Ad¬
ministrator to review and set Work Session, if necessary.
6. 0. E. RANDLE, Pollution Control Director, Re: Pollution
Control attorney attending Environmental Regulations Control
hearings on Florida Power and Light Co. fuel.
POLLUTION CONTROL FLORIDA POWER & LIGHT CO.
Upon motion by Mr Fortson, seconded by Mr Fowinkle, Ed Mullock
Attorney for Pollution Control Department, was unanimously
authorized to attend and represent Manatee County at Environ¬
mental Regulations Control hearings in connection with sulfur
content of fuel burned by Florida Power and Light Company.
7. U.S. CORPS OF ENGINEERS, Re: Proposed Agreement on Beach
Erosion Control. Referred to County Attorney for review
and recommendation. Work Session to be set with the Corps
and three Island communities.
8. PLANNING COMMISSION, Replying to Petition submitted by
Richard Gremleyfrom area residents requesting Palma Sola
Blvd be reclassified in Major Thoroughfare Plan - Referred
to County Administrator.
?. MANATEE JUNIOR COLLEGE, Requesting Proclamation to celebrate
20th anniversary - Referred to County Administrator for ac¬
knowledgement to the College and preparation of Proclamation
10. ARCHIE POWELL, Property Appraiser, announced that Property
Valuation Notices will be mailed around August 1, 1978, and
dates for Tax Adjust Board hearings will be announced at the
Board of County Commissioners meeting next week.
WARRANT LISTS
Motion was made by Mr Parrish to approve Warrant Lists from
July 6, 1978 to July 18, 1978, and to authorize Warrant Lists
to July 25, 1978, said Warrant Lists to include any payrolls .
during that period upon condition that all employees have
performed their services in accordance with time and payroll
practices of the County departments. Motion was seconded by
Mr McClure and carried unanimously.
MEETING ADJOURNED
There being no further business, the meeting was declared
adjourned.
Attest: APPROVED:
Clerk
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