march 3, 1987 the board of county commissioners, manatee
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MARCH 3, 1987
The Board of County Commissioners, Manatee County, Florida, met in
REGULAR SESSION in the Courthouse, Bradenton, Florida, Tuesday, March 3,
1987, at 9:10 a.m.
Present were Commissioners:
Westwood H. Fletcher, Jr., Chairman
Kent G. Chetlain
Patricia M. Glass
James J. McGrath
Absent;
Edward W. Chance, Vice-chairman
Also present were:
Ronald H. Rabun, County Administrator
Tedd Williams, Chief Assistant County Attorney
Richard H. Ashley, Chief Deputy Clerk, representing
R. B. Shore, Clerk of Circuit Court
Representatives of the various news media were present.
Invocation by Rev. Larry Wells, West Bradenton Baptist Church.
The meeting was called to order by Chairman Fletcher.
All witnesses/staff giving testimony were duly sworn.
PROCLAMATIONS
Manatee Little League Baseball Month
Upon motion by Mr. Chetlain, seconded by Mrs. Glass, a proclamation
was unanimously adopted designating March, 1987 as "Manatee Little
League Baseball Month" in Manatee, County.
RECORD S36-346
Girl Scout Week
Upon motion by Mr. Chetlain, seconded by Mr. McGrath, a proclamation
was unanimously adopted designating March 8 to 14, 1987 as "Girl Scout
Week" in Manatee County.
RECORD S36-347
American Association of University Women Week
(Bradenton Branch and Manatee BranchT
Upon motion by Mrs. Glass,seconded by Mr. Chetlain, two proclamations
were unanimously adopted designating March 8-14, 1987 as "American
Association of University Women Week" recognizing local branches:
(1) Bradenton Branch (2) Manatee Branch
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Pat McVoy, Assistant County Attorney, accepted the proclamations.
COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR'S CONSENT AGENDA
Upon motion by Mrs. Glass, seconded by Mr. McGrath, the County
Administrator's Consent Agenda was unanimously approved, after
deletion of items to be considered under separate action:
(1)Resolution R-87-90 changing official name of Bibey Road to Dam
Road; (2) Amended WCIND project planning list for FY 1987 funding.
Items Approved:
DEEDS & EASEMENTS
9thStreetEast/53rd Avenue East - Warranty Deed from Benedetto
Vettraino; Affidavit of Ownership and Encumbrances.
BOTH AVENUE EAST/9TH STREET EAST
Execution of Contract for Purchase of property from John and Mary
Gaber for intersection improvement, $5,399.00
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CENTRAL SERVICES
T~.800Megahertz Trunking/Conununications system - Chairman to sign
letter of acceptance and Software License Agreement with General
Electric Company; sole source purchase of base station equipment
not to exceed $770,000 and radio equipment at specified unit
prices and/or return of equipment if unsatisfactory to County.
(Recommended by Sim Smith 2/23/87)
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2. Standardized Office Automation Equipment - Sole source purchase
from NCR, $14,500, total FY 86/87 not to exceed $105,000.
3. Testing Soils and Materials - Negotiations with Ardaman &
Associates, Inc.; subsequent execution of contract.
PARKS~AND RECREATION
ToroReelmaster 450D Mower (with options and accessories)
Negotiate sole source purchase from Wesco-Zaun, Inc.; subsequent
issuance of purchase order not to exceed $48,450.
PUBLIC HEALTH FACILITY
ExecutionorAddendum No. 1 (to contract of 6/10,24/86 for
design, renovation, etc.) with Ellerbe Architects & Engineers,
Inc. (re indemnification, insurance,soilsubconsultant).
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SURPLUS PROPERTY
T.Authorization (after six month required wait) to classify found
bicycles as surplus on an ongoing monthly basis, FS 274.05.
2. Adoption of
RESOLUTIONS AUTHORIZING THE CONVEYANCE OF COUNTY OWNED PERSONAL
PROPERTY UNDER THE PROVISIONS OF CHAPTER 125.38, FLORIDA STATUTES
R-87-24 Conveying girls bicycles to Manatee County Girls
Club to be used for Bicycle Safety Program forchildren of
needy families.
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R-87~25 Conveying boys bicycles to Manatee County Boys
Club to be used for Bicycle Safety Program for children of
needy families
RECORD S36-354
R-87-39 Conveying 3-wheel bicycles to Manatee County
CouncfT on Aging to be used for the Adult Day Care Program
RECORD S36-355
R-87-40 Conveying 3-wheel bicycles to Meals on Wheels of
Manatee County to be used for needy senior citizens.
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HOUSING FINANCE AUTHORITY
Adoption of
R-87-70 RESOLUTION DESIGNATING THE VICE CHAIRMAN OF THE
HOUSING FINANCE AUTHORITY OF MANATEE COUNTY, FLORIDA
(approving, ratifying and confirming election of Frank R. Dodson
by the Housing Finance Authority).
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BUDGET AMENDMENTS
RESCIND RESOLUTIONS:
PUBLIC WORKS/UTILITIES
Adopted January 27, 1987
Adopted February 10, 1987
(B-87-093)
(B-87-103)
$ 106,387
$ 140,500
Adoption of resolutions amending the 1986-87 Budget to provide
for the receipt and appropriation of unanticipated revenues,
decrease in revenue/expenditures, and for item to item transfers:
PARKS AND RECREATION (B-87-104)
Increase Revenue/Expenditures:
Capital Projects Fund; 59th Street Complex
(B-87-105/1)
Increase Revenue/Expenditures:
Department of Natural Resources Grants;
Transfers to Parks Capital
(B-87-105/2)
Increase Revenue/Expenditures:
Capital Project Fund/Transfer from DNR Grants
to Rye Wilderness Campground
PUBLIC SAFETY (B-87-106)
Item Transfers from Emergency Communications
to Emergency Management
(B-87-107)
Increase Revenue/Expenditures;
General Fund,Storm Damage;
Emergency Management, Telephone
$ 802,000
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$ 149,280
RECORD S36-359
$ 149,280
RECORD S36-360
$ 130,932
RECORD S36-361
$ 8,700
RECORD S36-362
MARCH 3, 1987 Cont'd
(B-87-108)
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT
Item Transfers from Tourist Development Fund
to Administration and Supplies
PUBLIC WORKS/UTILITIES
16,000
RECORD S36-363
(B-87-109)
Item transfers from Participation Projects
Fund/reserves to (design) Palmetto Point,
Samoset, Oneco, Washington Park & Sunkist Acres,
Rubonia, Riverdale, Linger Lodge $
(B-87-110)
Increase Revenue/Expenditure:
Special Assessment Project Fund;
SW Sewer Assessments: Samoset, Oneco,
Washington Park, Rubonia $
(B-87-111/1)
Decrease Revenue/Expenditure;
MCPUD Capital Improvement Fund;
Key Royale Loop, East County Well Field Pipeline $
(B-87-111/2)
Item transfers from other MCPUD funds (surplus)
to MCPUD, retained earnings $
93,204
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859,150
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659,150
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659,150
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(B-87-112)
Item Transfers from Utilities Bond Construction
to 30-Inch Raw Water Line conversion $1,
(B-87-113)
Item transfers from Utilities reserves
to Administration, Accounts Receivable,
Customer Services, Engineering, S/Treatment $
PUBLIC WORKS/HIGHWAY (B-87-114)
Increase Revenue/Expenditure:
Participation Projects Fund/Bradenton Contribution/
Cortez GDNS; Participation Projects Fund/Reserves,
Southeast High, Marineland $
PUBLIC WORKS/MOTOR POOL (B-87-115)
Increase Revenue/Expenditure
Motor Pool/Services General;
Motor Pool/pro. services/Equipment $
SHERIFF/PUBLIC SAFETY (B-87-116)
Item transfers from Sheriff/C.O. Budget
to Emergency Management $
Sheriff's Budget Account Amendment No. 87-02, $50,000
289,652
RECORD
140,500
RECORD
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S36-367
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106,387
RECORD
20,800
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50,000
RECORD
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S36-372
PARKS & RECREATION (B-87-117)
Item transfers from Parks Capital Projects/Reserves,
to Rye Wilderness Campground $ 50,000
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LAKE MANATEE WATERSHED ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Adoption of
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R-87-72 RESOLUTION REVISING THE MEMBERSHIP COMPOSITION OF
THE LAKE MANATEE WATERSHED ADVISORY COMMITTEE
providing for substitution of a representative from the Planning
and Development Department to replace a representative of the
mining industry on the Lake Manatee Watershed Advisory Committee.
Fred Goodrow appointed to represent Planning and Development.
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SOUTHWEST FLORIDA WATER MANAGEMENT DISTRICT (SWFWMD)
ExecutionofagreementwithSouthwest Florida Water Management
District to plug an abandoned water well in
Center at 1303 17th Street West in Palmetto,
cost to County $1,000.00
the Agriculture
Florida, maximum
(End Consent Agenda)
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BIBEY ROAD - RENAMED DAM ROAD
Motion was made by Mrs. Glass, seconded by Mr. Chetlain, to adopt
R-87-60 A RESOLUTION CHANGING THE OFFICIAL NAME OF
BIBEY/DAM ROAD TO DAM ROAD;
and rescinding Board action of September 26, 1972.
unanimously.
Motion carried
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Mr. Chetlain suggested that former Commissioner Earl Bibey's name be
perpetuated by naming Water Line Road in his behalf. He noted that
Mr. Bibey had contributed to the building of the Manatee Dam, to the
creation of Lake Manatee Reservoir and establishment of a surface
water system to serve the growing urban area around Bradenton.
Mr. Chetlain moved that staff be directed to take all necessary steps
to bring forward an appropriate resolution officially renaming what is
now known as "Water Line Road" to "Earl Bibey Road." Motion was
seconded by Mrs. Glass. Discussion/suggestion: If this cannot be
done, staff make recommendation on some type of commemoration, such as
a building, waterplant, etc. Motion carried unanimously.
HOUSING AUTHORITY
Payment in "Lieu of Taxes
RobertE~.Rogers,Jr., Executive Director of the Manatee County
Housing Authority, presented a check for $5,712.31 as payment in lieu
of taxes for Fiscal Year ending September 30, 1986.
Mrs. Glass moved acceptance of $5,712.31 payment in lieu of taxes of
the Manatee County Housing Authority for fiscal year ending September
30, 1986. Motion was seconded by Mr. McGrath and carried unanimously.
Section 8 Program (Application to HUP)
Mr. Rogers advised(ref.letter dated 2/20/87 to County Administrator)
that the Housing Authority was applying to the U.S. Department of
Housing and Urban Development for 150 additional Section 8 Vouchers,
which is a rental assistance program as opposed to a new construction,
and requested a letter of support from the County Commission to Jim
Chaplin, Manager, Jacksonville Area Office.
Mrs. Glass moved to authorize the Chairman to sign a letter to U.S.
Department of Housing and Urban Development supporting the application
for 150 Section 8 Vouchers by the Manatee County Housing Authority.
Motion was seconded by Mr. McGrath and carried unanimously.
During the following presentation, the Chairman appointed Mrs. Glass
as Chairman pro tern prior to his departing the meeting.
(Depart Mr. Fletcher; Mrs. Glass presiding)
Mr. Rogers made a presentation regarding assistance under the Section
8 Program; housing provided in conventional public housing and the
projects of Pine Village and Lake Terrace, and referred to the $13
Million Bond issue for new construction of approximately 300-350 units
of housing.
(Enter Mr. Fletcher)
WESTCOAST INLAND NAVIGATION DISTRICT; PROJECT LIST AMENDED
Flotilla 83, Coast Guard Auxiliary
Mr.Chetlainmovedapprovalof the amended West Coast Inland
Navigation District Project List reflecting the addition of request
from Flotilla 83, U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary, for $7,510 for boating
safety, to the planning list for eligible funding for the fiscal year
1987. Motion was seconded by Mrs. Glass and carried unanimously.
75TH STREET/CORTEZ ROAD (PROJECT 3034)
By memorandum of February 23,T987, Richard A. Wilford, Public Works
Director, explained that in order to construct additional lanes at the
intersection of 75th Street and Cortez Road (three lanes unsatis¬
factory) it will be necessary to relocate the holding pond from the
site in the original design of the multi-lane of Cortez Road from 66th
Street to 76th Street. The ultimate desired location is some 1800
feet south of Cortez Road, adjacent to the right-of-way; however, the
time involved in obtaining the required permits from Florida
Department of Environmental Regulation and Southwest Florida Water
Management District would make it impossible to improve the
intersection before the opening of the road.
MARCH 3, 1987 Cont'd
Walter Preston, president of Manatee Fruit Company, has agreed to
allow the County to use a portion of property owned by his company
immediately adjacent to the existing pond to install a temporary
retention area, which will not require the additional permits, and
will make available two acres for the retention pond, farther to the
south, at appraised value.
Apac, Florida, Inc., the contractor for the 75th Street to 53rd Street
improvements, had estimated a total cost of $99,587.56 for modifying
the intersection.
John Thomas, Transportation, requested
(1) Approval of right of entry and conditions relating thereto
as outlined in Mr. Preston's letter of February 17, 1987;
(2) Authorization for the Director of the Purchasing Division of
Central Services to negotiate and execute a change order
with Apac of Florida, Inc., for the work outlined in the
Department of Public Works plans for the subject
intersection at a price not to exceed $100,000.
Mrs. Glass moved approval of right of
thereto as outlined in Mr. Preston's
Motion was seconded by Mr. Chetlain and
entry and conditions relating
letter of February 17, 1987.
carried unanimously.
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Mrs. Glass moved to authorize the Director of the Purchasing Division
of Central Services to negotiate and execute a change order with Apac
of Florida, Inc. for the work outlined in the Department of Public
Works Plans for the subject intersection at a price not to exceed
$100,000. Motion was seconded by Mr. McGrath and carried unanimously.
WASTE MANAGEMENT INC.
In an attempt to settle outstanding contract disputes with Waste
Management Inc., the Director of Public Works recommended (by
memorandum of 2/24/87) that the Board extend the franchise agreement
for an additional 8 1/2 years, contingent upon Waste Management
dropping all claims against Manatee County. This will extend their
contract to 15 years which is the maximum allowed by the Ordinance.
He said his recommendation was based upon the fact that Waste
Management is doing a good job; that County would have ample provision
to discontinue the contract at any time due to lack of performance;
provisions for annual rate reviews in the franchise agreement are
favorable to County because they are tied to cost of living.
Tedd Williams, Chief Assistant County Attorney, reported that the
County Attorney's office has reviewed a proposed first modification of
this franchise agreement (prepared by David Green, attorney for Waste
Management) and some changes were recommended. It was his understand¬
ing that Waste Management has no objections to the changes, however,
the required documents have not yet been provided. One of the changes
recommended was that a separate release be prepared. He suggested the
Board approve this agreement in concept and the actual agreement will
be presented as soon as it is ready. He noted there is no requirement
for a public hearing in connection with the ordinance and franchise
agreement.
Mr. Chetlain recommended the contract be extended for 5 1/2 years to
give them a total of 12 years; however, if the contract is extended 8
1/2 years that a public hearing be held.
Discussion; Exemption of certain industrial classes of customers;
performance of company; terms of lease.
'Mrs. Glass moved to approve the concept recommended by the Director of
Public Works Department to extend the franchise agreement with Waste
Management, Inc., for an additional 8 1/2 year period, contingent upon
Waste Management, Inc., dropping all grievances to date against the
County. Motion was seconded by Mr. McGrath. Voting "Aye" were Mr.
Fletcher, Mrs. Glass and Mr. McGrath. Mr. Chetlain voted "Nay."
Motion carried.
TRANSPORTATION
The County Administrator advised (by memorandum 2/23/87) that the
creation of a high speed rail link connecting Manatee County and the
entire southwest coast of Florida with Tampa, Miami, Orlando,
Jacksonville and other metropolitan areas of the State has been the
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subject of increasing conjecture in recent years, and taken as a
serious option in addressing transportation needs in coming decades.
The Manatee Chamber of Commerce encourages the establishment of a
Joint High Speed Rail Task Force/committee to investigate the
feasibility for such a system in Manatee County.
He recommended the Board direct staff to effect such liaison as may be
necessary to form a Joint High Speed Rail Task Force to include
County, cities and Chamber representatives, as appropriate, to
investigate the feasibility of such a system in Manatee County; and
adoption of Resolution R-87-74 supporting the concept of the system.
Discussion: Economic feasibility study; project undertaken by the
private sector.
Mr. Chetlain moved to direct staff to form a Joint High Speed Rail
Task Force to include County, Cities and Chamber of Commerce
representatives in order to investigate the feasibility of such a
system in Manatee County, and the adoption of
R-87-74 A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
MANATEE COUNTY, FLORIDA SUPPORTING THE CONCEPT OF HIGH SPEED RAIL
LINKS CONNECTING MANATEE COUNTY AND THE ENTIRE SOUTHWEST COAST OF
FLORIDA WITH OTHER METROPOLITAN AREAS OF THE STATE OF FLORIDA
THROUGH THE DEVELOPMENT OF A FLORIDA HIGH SPEED RAIL SYSTEM.
Motion was seconded by Mrs. Glass and carried unanimously.
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LAWSUITS: T. RALPH TAYLOR
Tedd Williams advised (memorandum 2/23/87 from Patricia McVoy) that on
September 30, 1986 the Board authorized the initiation of eminent
domain proceedings and the use of quick taking condemnation
proceedings for the acquisition of right of way for intersection and
road/drainage improvements along 63rd Avenue East and 9th Street East.
A petition of eminent domain has been filed and a hearing on the Order
of Taking has been scheduled for March 10, 1987.
He reported that after extended negotiations the property owner had
agreed to the terms of a proposed settlement agreement. He
recommended execution of contract for sale/purchase between County and
T. Ralph Taylor (Jr.) for acquisition of the right of way, $9,650.23.
Mrs. Glass moved to authorize the execution of contract with T. Ralph
Taylor, Jr., for acquisition of right-of-way and settlement of eminent
domain proceedings (for 63rd Avenue/9th Street E). Motion was
seconded by Mr. Chetlain and carried unanimously.
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ORDINANCE 87-01; WATER SAFETY/BOATING RESTRICTIONS
Mrs.Glassmovedt"oauthorizeapublichearing on Ordinance 87-01,
providing water safety and boating restrictions on waterways within
Manatee County. Motion was seconded by Mr. Chetlain and carried
unanimously.
ORDINANCE 87-15: REGULATION OF PAWN SHOPS
Mrs.Glassmovedtoauthorizeipublic hearing on Ordinance 87-15,
regulating pawn shops.
carried unanimously.
Motion was seconded by Mr. Chetlain and
MEADOW LAKES EAST SUBDIVISION
Mr. McGrath moved to approve/accept and/or execute documents relating
to Meadow Lakes East Subdivision as outlined in memorandum of February
19, 1987 from the Director of Public Works. Motion was seconded by
Mrs. Glass. Voting "Aye" were Mr. Fletcher, Mrs. Glass, and Mr.
McGrath. Mr. Chetlain voted "Nay." Motion carried.
Documents:
1. Final Plat
2. Agreement with Modern Builders, Inc., (James W. Glasser,
president) and Pulte Home Corporation, guaranteeing
completion of requiredimprovementsC$293,879.85 and
$157,105.30)
3. Performance Bonds: (1) $293,879.85 (Letter of Credit No.
9110, Sun Bank); (2) $157,105.30 for improvements to 24th
Street East and SR 70 (Letter of Credit No. 9111, Sun Bank)
MARCH 3, 1987 Cont'd
Recess/Reconvene. All members present except Mr. Chance.
SEWER & WATER RATES REVISION
Publichearing,rescheduled from February 10, 1987 (Notice in The
Bradenton Herald 2/15 and 2/19, 1987) was opened to consider
R-86-164: A RESOLUTION OF MANATEE COUNTY REVISING THE SCHEDULES
FOR CERTAIN WATER & WASTEWATER, RATES, FEES, AND OTHER CHARGES
FOR THE USE OF AND FOR THE SERVICES FURNISHED OR TO BE FURNISHED
BY THE MANATEE COUNTY PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT; ............
Mr. Wilford requested the public hearing be continued to March 10,
1987, pending subsequent work session (an inter-deparfcmental work shop
at the Library at 2:00 p.m., March 4, 1987, to talk with persons who
have concerns about the rate restructure).
He reported that staff had developed an alternative rate based on the
last public hearing, splitting up mobile home customers, and that rate
will be discussed in the work shop and brought to the Board either
March 10 or at another date. Upon question, he said mobile homes are
presently part of the wholesale class customer and that staff and
consultants have further modified the master meter customer category
and have come up with a separate class for the mobile home customer.
He noted that this change will have an impact on the RTS charge and
overall rate structure.
He pointed out that by placing the mobile home customers into a
separate category from the wholesale class, it has lowered the mobile
home customers to approximately 60 percent of the individual single
family unit and has increased wholesale customers to 75 percent.
Public Comments:
Toni Pena, West Winds Mobilehome Village; Elizabeth Hutchinson, Colony
Cove; Bill Skaggs, West Winds; Hilda Warner - inquired about the
workshop, mastermeters, billing and readiness to serve charge,
consideration of park owners maintaining water and sewer lines within
the park, adequacy of billing cost, administrative cost, delinquent
accounts, demand being greater in the individual home than in mobile
homes, justification for availability charge, Sarasota County rates
being much lower than Manatee County rates.
Motion: Continue to March 10, 1987
Mrs.Glass moved to continue the public hearing to March 10, 1987 at
10:30 a.m. or as soon thereafter as same may be heard, leaving open
the public comment portion. Motion was seconded by Mr. McGrath and
carried unanimously.
SPECIAL SEWER ASSESSMENT PROJECT: PALMA SOLA/BAYVIEW GROVES
PublicHearing,continuedfromFebruary17,1987(Notice in the
Bradenton Herald 1/29/87) was opened to consider
Special Sewer Assessment Project: Palma Sola/
Bayview Groves #301-2504 Exhibit #5
Sewers to be installed:
4th Avenue NW - from 83rd Street West, west 438' M/L
83rd Street NW - from 4th Avenue NW, north 1,550' M/L
84th Street NW - from 4th Avenue NW, north 1,464' M/L
Tom Fenton, Public Works/Transportation, reported there were no
changes to the original assessment roll. He noted a developer of a
30-acre parcel to the east was concerned whether he would be able to
utilize the streets, sewer and pumping station; if the proposed
sanitary sewer and lift station along 83rd Street NW would be deep
enough to provide service to his adjacent property. After meeting
with the developer and the engineers, it had been agreed to change the
scope of the project at no cost to any of the homeowners and no change
to the assessment roll. The change will involve lowering the pipe
along 83rd Street NW and putting in a different type pumping station
at the south end of the project.
Public Comments;
BobHolman,President of Resource Builder and Developers, Inc.,
offered no objections to the assessments on the sewer in that area
provided he is able to use the system for his (30-acre) development.
He submitted a letter from his engineer.
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Upon motion by Mr. Chetlain, seconded by Mr. McGrath and carried
unanimously, a letter addressed to Mr. Bob Holman from Larson
Engineering, Inc., dated February 25, 1987, was entered into the
record.
The public comment portion of the hearing was closed.
Special Sewer Assessment Roll Adopted/Confirmed
Mr.ChetlainmovedadoptionofSpecialSewer Assessment Roll for
Project #301-2504 (Exhibit #5). Motion was seconded by Mr. McGrath
and carried unanimously.
Mr. Chetlain moved adoption of
R-87-36 - A RESOLUTION CONFIRMING ADOPTION OF A SPECIAL SEWER
ASSESSMENT ROLL AND ESTABLISHING SPECIAL SEWER ASSESSMENT LIENS
FOR THE PALMA SOLA/BAYVIEW GROVES PROJECT #301-2504 EXHIBIT #5.
Motion was seconded by Mr. McGrath and carried unanimously.
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TRANSIT FARE INCREASES
Public hearing[Notice in The Bradenton Herald 2/20/87) was opened to
consider proposed changes in regular transit fares and handi-bus
rates.
The County Administrator explained that the action being requested of
the Board would allow the transit system to operate at the same
schedule and level as last year, which will require an additional
$56,000 this remaining fiscal year. He advised that a workshop is
scheduled on March 25, 1987 to discuss transit routes and redesign of
the system and suggested the Board might consider allocating the money
to operate the transit system as it is now, and might want to consider
other options during the budget process.
Richard Clarendon, Transit Division Manager, requested
= Authorization for staff to prepare a budget resolution to
transfer $56,000 from contingency funds into the Transit
Division.
= Adoption of Resolution R-87-73, authorizing the Director of
Public Works to increase regular transit fares and handi-bus
rates.
= Authorization for an additional part-time position within the
Transit Division to administer an exterior advertising
position, on a one-year trial basis.
He noted the deadline is April 1, 1987 for filing a grant application
for federal matching funds.
(Note: Further discussion later in meeting.)
SOLID WASTE ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Dr. Gordon Reis, member of Solid Waste Advisory Committee, advised
that at the February 17th meeting of the Committee, he read a proposal
by Florida Glass Corporation to institute the recycling of glass and
metal at the landfill. There has been an objection to this as it may
interfere with the tipping and the covering of refuse/solid waste
material.
He introduced Mrs. Kathy White, Vice-president of Florida Glass
Corporation, and requested she be allowed to review the proposal.
Mr. Fletcher said if the Board desired to receive this proposal as a
future agenda item he would request a motion to that effect. Mr.
McGrath so moved. Motion was seconded by Mrs. Glass.
Upon being advised by Mr. Wilford, that the Solid Waste Advisory
Committee will be bringing a report on recycling which will include
materials mentioned by Dr. Reis, Mr. McGrath agreed both items be
combined on the agenda. Motion carried unanimously.
CITIZEN COMMENTS
Dan Campbell said his contractor's license expired December, 1986 and
the Planning Department had advised that in order to have the license
reinstated, he must take the Block exam. He commented that he has
been a contractor for the last 10 years and did not feel that taking
the exam would serve a purpose.
MARCH 3, 1987 Cont•d
Disposition; Referred to the County Administrator for recommendation.
Angle Lindsey, Superior Roofing, advised that her husband's license
hadexpired due to a two day late fee, and that her husband is on
disability. She requested his license be reinstated.
Disposition: Referred to the County Administrator for recommendation.
TRANSIT FARE INCREASES
Discussioncontinued on proposed Transit Fare Increase; Hiring an
advertising agency/benefits of assigning an in-house person to handle
public relations, advertising; consideration of proposed guidelines as
to type of advertising to be allowed on buses; operating costs;
revenue; comparison of rates with other regions.
Mr. Clarendon noted an error in legal notice for the public hearing:
Handi bus - out of zone charges increase from $1.00 to "$1.00".
Correction: increase from $1.00 to $2.00.
Upon motion by Mrs. Glass, seconded by Mr. Chetlain and carried
unanimously, a letter dated February 26, 1987 concerning the fare
increase was entered into the record.
VICE-CHAIRMAN PRO TEM
TheChairman advised he would be leaving at 12:00 o'clock (noon) and
requested a motion to designate Mrs. Glass as acting vice-chairman in
the absence of Mr. Chance. Mr. McGrath so moved. Motion was seconded
by Mr. Fletcher and carried unanimously.
TRANSIT FARE INCREASES
Public Comments:
Michael Singer, Director of Manatee Council on Aging, speaking on
behalfoithe elderly, objected to change in fare for medical trips
and increase of group rates for senior citizens. He requested the
Board look into the utilization of federal monies for transportation
of the elderly to and from the doctor.
Gwen Myers, West Central Florida Area Agency on Aging, said the
Executive Director would like to meet with the County Commissioners
and HRS regarding medical trips as it relates to the elderly.
Others objecting to rate increases for the elderly/handibus/doctor
trips, etc., were:
Elizabeth Olsen (supported continuing doctor trips on a
contributionBasis); pointed out a safety hazard on the
handibuses (wheelchair bar);
Ruth Culage, Director of RSVP, Manatee Council on Aging;
Marcie Fields.
RECESS/RECONVENE
The meeting was declared recessed until 1:30 p.m.
The Board reconvened at 1:42 p.m. with all members present except Mr.
Chance.
TRANSIT FARE INCREASES
Mrs. Glass noted the concern of the public on medical transportation
and that there is a need to address this particular service. Under
the present structure (handibus/medical) donations made on a voluntary
basis and there are those who cannot afford the cost/change being
considered by the Board.
Motion; Budget Amendment
Mrs.Glass moved to authorize staff to prepare a budget resolution to
transfer $56,000 from contingency into the transportation division
budget. Motion was seconded by Mr. Chetlain.
Mr. Wilford suggested use of $30,600 from Revenue Sharing and $25,400
from contingency.
Revised Motion: Budget Amendment
Mrs.Glassmovedtoauthorizestaff to prepare a budget resolution
transferring $25,400 from Contingency and use of $30,600 Revenue
Sharing funds and transfer (total $56,000) into the Transit Division
Budget. Motion was seconded by Mr. Chetlain and carried unanimously.
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Mrs. Glass inquired as to what could be done about the medical transit
rates for the handibus.
Rich Clarendon recommended that the individual medical transportation
not be included in the rate resolution until it is discussed with the
Area Agency on Aging.
Mrs. Glass moved adoption of Resolution R-87-73 authorizing the
Director of Public Works to increase the regular transit fares and
handibus rates with the exclusion of item No. 2 in the resolution.
Motion was seconded by Mr. Chetlain.
After discussion the motion was withdrawn to allow the public to speak
on items No. 1 to No. 4.
Discussion: Tax Assessment District for Transit purposes.
Public Comments
Mrs.Archibald requested no rate increase and the Board look into
lowering them; advertise goods and services in buses.
The public comment portion of the hearing was closed.
Discussion: Incentives for senior citizens to ride the bus.
Mr. Chetlain moved to adopt
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i^^_^t R-87-73 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE DIRECTOR OF THE PUBLIC
^W7'5-, , WORKS DEPARTMENT TO INCREASE REGULAR TRANSIT FARES AND HANDI-BUS
ft^-l^k/^. RATES
with the deletion of Item No. 2 (reference to medically related
handibus trips). Motion was seconded by Mr. McGrath and carried
unanimously.
RECORD S36-381
Mrs. Glass moved authorization of an additional part-time position
within the transit division to administer an exterior and interior
advertising position, on a one-year trial basis, with the idea that
every effort will be made to find some in-house resources. Motion was
seconded by Mr. McGrath and carried unanimously.
ROOFING CODE AMENDMENT
Public hearing[Notice in the Bradenton Herald 2/12, 2/28, 1987) was
opened to consider
R-87-65 RESOLUTION AMENDING SECTION 7 OF THE MANATEE COUNTY
ROOFING CODE SETTING RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR LICENSING ROOFING
CONTRACTORS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Mark Barnebey, Assistant County Attorney, pointed out that the problem
arose when Mr. Weaver requested Board assistance in obtaining a
roofing contractor license on a "grandfathered" basis. After review
of the existing roofing code, staff determined Mr. Weaver's request
could be granted by amending the Code. This amendment essentially
reinstates the grandfathering provision as to the licensing of
experienced roofing contractors, and places the code in the same
position as when originally adopted in June, 1982.
Upon inquiry by Leonard "Shorty" Weaver if,
resolution, he could obtain his license, Mr.
assuming he would qualify under the previous
allow him to get his roofing license.
by the adoption of this
Barnebey responded that,
code, the amendment will
The public comment portion of the hearing was closed.
Mrs. Glass moved to adopt R-87-65.
Chetlain and carried unanimously.
Motion was seconded by Mr.
RECORD S36-382
ORDINANCE 87-07: ADULT ENTERTAINMENT ESTABLISHMENTS
ConcerningtheproposedamendmenttoOrdinance 87-07 pertaining to
Adult Entertainment Establishments, Tedd Williams said the County
Attorney had requested the Planning Department conduct a study of
(1) The entire county for the purpose of determining where in the
County adult entertainment businesses could be established if
this ordinance were to go into effect;
MARCH 3, 1987 Cont'd
(2) Other communities to demonstrate the effects
entertainment establishments in the community.
of adult
He said that as matter of law the results of the study of Manatee
County are needed before the ordinance goes into effect.
Jim Engerlhardt asked permission to establish completion date of this
planning study and report at the next Board meeting.
Mr. Barnebey advised he is working on the language of the proposed
amendment, based on the Hillsborough County Ordinance and this type of
use is currently allowed in any place where there is retail sale
establishments. The proposed amendment will prohibit the uses within
2,000 feet of any residentially zoned land, a church or school and
1,000 feet within a shopping center or similar types of uses.
Mr. Chance moved to authorize a public hearing to consider Ordinance
87-7 establishing land use regulations related to adult entertainment
establishments. Motion was seconded by Mrs. Glass and carried
unanimously.
ORDINANCE 87-14: ASSISTANCE PROGRAM FOR PAYMENT OF SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS
Tedd Williamssummarizedthe provisions ofa proposedordinance that
would establish a program for assistance to home owners who are unable
to pay special assessment liens. He advised that certain special
assessment liens established prior to July 1, 1986, will be due with
ad valorem taxes that must be paid by March 31, 1987, and there are
people who have expressed concern that they will not be able to meet
the deadline, after which the tax bills become delinquent and subject
to tax sale. He pointed out that tax lien certificates may not be
foreclosed for a period of two years and the property owner may redeem
such certificates prior to that time. Costs in addition to the
initial assessment liens, such as interest, penalty, advertising,
etc., will have to be taken into consideration if the program is not
in place prior to March 31.
He said the County Attorney considers this a very complex program that
will require careful consideration, and the County is in danger of
incurring more confusion and expense if it is done before March 31.
He noted there are arguments regarding the constitutionality of the
safety net because of the idea of expending public money for private
benefit.
Discussion; Deadline of March 31; Special Assessment liability not
transferable; definition of who is eligible for assistance.
Pat McVoy, Assistant County Attorney, advised that the special
assessment is due in its entirety at the time of the sale.
Mrs. Glass moved to authorize a public hearing to consider Ordinance
87-14. Motion was seconded by Mr. Chetlain and carried unanimously.
CLERK'S CONSENT CALENDAR
Upon motion by Mr. Chetlain, seconded by Mr. McGrath, the Clerk's
Consent Calendar dated March 3, 1987, was unanimously approved.
BONDS:
Public Deputies Blanket Bond: Policy No. 9397030, Fidelity & Deposit
Company of Maryland (Hunt Insurance Group):
Additions:
Arneson, Mari Lisa
Coker, Pearl
Hague, Charles
Heacock, Travis
Pedersen, Edward
Schill, Gregory
Smith, Holace
Stephens, Homer
Deletions;
Fugate, John
Hagaman, Perry
Herrera, Donna
Pitts, Sherman
Rodney, John
Sizelove, Randall
Stout, Greg
Community Service Aid
Office Assistant I
Patrol Deputy
Relief School Crossing Guard
Relief School Crossing Guard
Corrections Officer
Corrections Officer
Relief School Crossing Guard
Special Deputy (full time MCSO)
Regular Posse
Victim Advocate - CID
Regular Posse
Corrections Officer
Corrections Officer
Chg Leave of Absence to Resignation
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BILLS FOR PAYMENT:
Attorney's Fees:
Balance before payment: $370,641.10
Balance after payment: $369,835.24
Carlton, Fields et al - Manatee Memorial Hospital $
Dickinson, O'Riorden, et al - Stephenson v Wagar et al
Fl Dept of Law Enf. - St. Criminal history record ck
APAC-Florida Inc. - Rd Const. Cortez Gardens,Proj#5025
Danis Shook - SW Water Treatment Plant
Danis Shook - SE Water Treatment Plant #10
Larson Engineering - Wash. Park Sewage Collect. No.17
M&M Taddie - Memphis Rd Interceptor system. No. 11
REFUNDS
Betty Glassburn - Child Safety Seat
Margaret Phillips - Child Safety Seat
Ellen Brestel - Ambulance Service Overpayment
Ivan Weidermaier - Ambulance Service Overpayment
H. C. Smith - Animal Cage
Major Walter - Animal Cage
Edwin W. Hartman - Animal Cage
217.11
588.75*
10.00
96,907.30
387,937.00
524,420.10
118,163.43
155,130.09
10.00
10.00
62.00
5.00
20.00
20.00
Edwin W. Hartman - Animal Cage 20.00
Harry & Betty Bakker - Bd of Zoning Appeals/case withdrawn 200.00
John Hatch - P & D case withdrawn (mobile home) 75.00
Amerifirst Development Corporation - P & D fee overpayment 725.00
AUTHORIZE EXECUTION
1. Contract: Work Release Building
Earl Collins Paving, Inc. - Asphalt paving parking area, $17,500;
(authorized2/16/87);acceptance of performance bond (Cincinnati
Ins. Co., surety) and certificate of insurance.
RECORD S36-383
2. Authorization for payment of Taxable Costs to Terrence Matthews,
Esq: (a) State of Fl vs Gary Lee Ladd, $85.00
(b) State of Fl vs Gregory A. Sharp, $306.25.
3. Partial Release of Special Improvement Assessment Lien: Project
#5071, Edward and Anne H. Bardakjy
APPROVE, RATIFY & CONFIRM
1. Parks and Recreation Special Interest Classes Instructor's
Agreement: Susan Poolman - Senior Stretch n Flex
ACCEPTANCE FOR RECORD
1.
RECORD S36-384
EEO Documentation for North Wastewater Facilities Improvements,
West Memphis Sewage Collection System, Bid 87-33, LEI Project No.
031-040-86 - Woodruff & Sons, Inc.
WARRANT LIST:
Approve: February 24, 1987 to March 2, 1987
Authorize: March 3, 1987 to March 9, 1987
MINUTES FOR APPROVAL:
January 6, 7, 13, 15, 20, and 22, 1987
*Included in total payments but inadvertently omitted in list.
(End Consent Calendar)
TOURIST DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL (TDC)
Mrs.GlassaskedtheCounty Administrator and Mr. Seuffert if they
would assist the Tourist Development Council in putting together the
Budget for this year. She noted that the Board has a resolution
delegating responsibilities to the TDC and there were a number of
questions regarding budget procedures, i.e. allocation of
administrative cost.
Discussion: Involvement of County staff in the preparation of the
budget; clarification of Craig Starner's role.
Mr. Seuffert said that during the budget development process, his
office gives technical assistance to anyone who requests it.
Disposition: There were no objections to Mr. Seuffert, Management and
Budget, working with the TDC in the development of budget before
presentation to the County Commissioners.
GREEN BRIDGE
Mr. Fletcher related request by Sandi Harmon, Green Bridge Committee,
for Board's support, and an announcement at today's meeting, of the
dedication of the Green Bridge as the new "Robert L. Hunt Memorial
Fishing Pier", which will take place at noon, Sunday, March 15, 1987.
MARCH 3, 1987 Cont'd
Upon advice by the County Attorney, Mr. Chetlain moved to authorize
the Chairman to inform Mrs. Harmon that in view of the fact that the
agreement with the State is in dispute, it is premature to take action
at this time. Motion was seconded by Mrs. Glass and carried
unanimously.
MEETING ADJOURNED
There being'n6^ further business, the meeting was adjourned.
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