AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS HELD IN AND
FOR GADSDEN COUNTY, FLORIDA ON NOVEMBER 16, 2010, THE FOLLOWING PROCEEDINGS
WERE HAD, VIZ.
Present: Eugene Lamb, Out-Going Chair, District 1
Doug Croley,
Out-Going Vice-Chair, District 2
Gene Morgan,
District 3
Brenda Holt,
District 4
Sherrie Taylor,
District 5
Mike Glazer,
Deputy County Attorney
Johnny Williams,
County Administrator
Muriel Straughn,
Deputy Clerk
INVOCATION AND PLEDGE
OF ALLEGIANCE
SWEARING IN OF NEWLY
RE-ELECTED COMMISSIONERS BY COUNTY JUDGE
KATHY GARNER
AMENDMENTS AND
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
The agenda
was amended as follows:
Add as 3A Law Enforcement Proposal to the City of
Midway by Sheriff Morris Young
Holt/Taylor
approve the agenda as amended.
AWARDS, PRESENTATIONS
AND APPEARANCES
Arthur Lawson read a letter to
the out-going chairman from the county employees.
1.
Election of
Chairman and Vice Chairman
Commissioner Holt nominated Commissioner
Taylor as Chairman
Commissioner Morgan nominated Commissioner Croley as Chairman.
Chair Lamb called for vote for Commissioner
Taylor. Commissioners Holt, Taylor and
Lamb voted, Aye.
Commissioners Morgan and Croley voted in
favor of Commissioner Croley.
Commissioner Lamb nominated Commissioner
Morgan as Vice-Chairman. Chair Taylor
declared Commissioner Morgan as Vice Chair as there were no other nominations.
2.
Gadsden Express Six-Month Evaluation Report Harry Reed,
Executive Director of CRTPA
Mr. Reed made PowerPoint presentation.
3.
Gadsden County Health Department Additional Funding Request -
Gadsden
County entered a contract with the Health Department in FY 2008/2009 for
$100,000. That contract was to stay in
place until it was determinate by either party under the terms and condition of
the agreement. $100,000 was budgeted and
paid in 2009. Due to budget constraints,
the budget was reduced in the FY 2009/2010 budget cycle to $50,000 without
amending the contract or giving notice to the Health Department. However, there is a clause in the contract,
which allows for a reduction upon notification when availability of funds
becomes an issue.
A new
contract was entered into on September on September 21, 2010 also for
$100,000, but the budget only funded $50,000 for FY 2010/2011. This posed a budgetary concern for the Health
Department as Mr. Hunter was not aware of the reduction until October 19, 2010
when Commissioner Morgan brought it to his attention in a BCC meeting. Correspondence was exchanged between the
county administrator and Mr. Hunter and it has come back to the board for
discussion.
Health Department Director
Marlon Hunter made an appeal to the board to reinstate the full funding as
stated in the contract. He stated that
they will lose the OB services to Gadsden County and some dental services.
Commissioner
Lamb was in support of restoring the additional $50,000.
Commissioner
Holt was in support of restoring the $50,000.
Commissioner
Morgan voiced concern given the economic environment.
Commissioner
Croley made note that the Health Department was receiving $266,000 from the
Health Council. He could not support the
additional $50,000.
Mr. Hunter
respectfully requested the additional funds.
Chair Taylor
was mindful of the revenue shortfall, but was in favor of directing staff to look
for the additional funds.
Commissioner
Morgan suggested that the board wait until mid year and see what the budget
looks like at mid-year, then if the funds are available, he could support it.
The majority consensus
of the board was to move forward and look for the money in the current budget
and come back with a budget amendment at the next meeting.
3a. Law
Enforcement Proposal to the City of Midway
Lt. Jim Corder, representing
Sheriff Morris Young, reported that the City of Midway had approached the Sheriff about providing
full time coverage around the clock. He
presented the proposal for their
information.
CONSENT AGENDA
Pull Number
8 Lamb/Morgan approve 5 -0
4.
Approval of Minutes July
13, 2010 Budget Workshop
August 26, 2010
Budget Workshop
September 7, 2010
Regular Meeting/1st Budget Hearing
September 21, 2010
Regular Meeting/2nd Budget Hearing
5.
Ratification of Approval to Pay County Bills
Accounts
Payable Dated: November 5,
2010
November
12, 2010
Payroll
Dated: November
4, 2010
6.
Approval of Commissioner
Holts Travel
to the Florida Association of Counties 2010 Legislative
Conference on November 17, 2010 thru November 19, 2010 in Amelia Island, FL
Cost of the travel is approximately $750.00.
7.
Approval and Signatures for Satisfaction of Special Assessment Lien(s)
State Housing Initiative Partnership (SHIP) Program and Board of County
Commissioner Emergency Repair (BOCC/ER) Program
Gloria Thomas, BOCC Emergency Repair
Lue Sutton, SHIP
Louise Goulds, BOCC Emergency Repair
Barbara Kyles, BOCC Emergency Repair
Vera Griffin, BOCC Emergency Repair
Morze Jackson, BOCC Emergency Repair
Marquerite Miller, BOCC Emergency Repair
Isabelle Miller, BOCC Emergency Repair
8.
Approval of Service
Agreement with Mowery Elevator for Elevator Service in County Buildings
9.
Approval of Contract
between Cardno TBE and Gadsden County Board of County Commissioners for
Environmental Consulting Services (Anthony
Matheny, Planning
and Community Development Director)
Croley/ 5 0
ITEMS PULLED FOR
DISCUSSION
CITIZENS REQUESTING
TO BE HEARD ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS (3 MINUTE LIMIT)
PUBLIC HEARINGS
10.
Public Hearing
Amendment of Ordinance Number 88-009 to Include Additional Areas of Nuisance
Abatement
Chair Taylor declared this proceeding to be a
public hearing and informed the public that they could make their comment after
the attorneys presentation.
Deputy Attorney Mike Glazer explained the ordinance
in detail and how the new ordinance is
more conforming to state statutes.
Chair Taylor called for public comment. There was no response.
Commissioners comments and questions followed.
Sylvia Brooks, Allen Ranch
Road, recognized by the Chair for comments.
Annie Battles recognized for comments not in favor of the
ordinance because it poses danger to the board members.
Commissioner Holt was not in favor of the ordinance
because of the fear of unfair treatment across the board and she was opposed to
taking of property.
Commissioner Lamb offered a number of
questions.
Major Sean Woods was asked questions by the
Chairman.
Holt/Lamb deny the ordinance. 3 2
motion to deny the ordinance
passed.
Attorney to get with Major Wood and come back with
another ordinance for discussion.
11.
Public Hearing
Approval to Formally Consider Further Processing of the Allen Ranch Road
Petition
Charles Chapman, addressed the board to present the
petition.
Commissioner Lamb was in favor of the petition
moving forward.
Jeff Rawlins 14 Allen Ranch
Lane - Just found out about this
road. He has some concern because he
owns property on the road, which he
rents out and the tenants have children.
Who is going to pay for the paving?
Syvia Brooks
Jennifer Rawlins
Eugene William 148 Allen Ranch
Lane he contacted Ms. Rawlins on the phone.
He also talked to her father.
Everybody was notified.
Clinton Gurly, 204 Allen Ranch
Lane The road is in very bad shape.
Attorney Mike Glazer explained
the process.
Jeff Rawlins
Commissioner Morgan commended
the residents for following through the process correctly.
Commissioner Holt made motion
to approve. Commissioner Lamb seconded
the motion.
Commissioner Croley questioned
Charles Chapman.
Vote 4 1 (Croley opposed)
GENERAL BUSINESS
12.
Approval of EMS Medical Director Contract With Jose Santana, M.D. Michael Glazer, Deputy County Attorney
Lamb/Holt to
approve 5 0
13.
Approval of Contract with Accounts Receivable Inc., Collection Agency for Bad and Outstanding Debt
Don Crum
addressed the board.
Commissoner
Lamb left the meeting at this juncture.
(8:00 p.m.)
Holt/Croley
approve 4 0 (Lamb not present)
14.
Approval of
Library Plan of Service 2010-2011
Dr. Carolyn Poole addressed the board.
Morgan/Croley approve 3 0 (Hot and Lamb not
present)
15.
Approval of Change Order Number 1 to the Small County Road Assistance
Program Sycamore Road Florida Department of Transportation
Morgan/Croley motion to approve 3 0
(Holt and Lamb not present)
16.
Approval of Contract
with Ash Britt for Emergency Debris Management Service
Croley/Morgan
approve 4 0 (Lamb not present)
17. Approval of
Award of Bid (10-02) to Aramark For Uniform Rentals
Croley/Morgan
approve 4 0 (Lamb not present)
18. Approval of
Emergency Generator at the W. A. Woodham Building - Albritton Electrical Service for
$170,670.00 Budget Amendment OMB-BA#
1100002 - Clyde Collins, Building Official
Tabled to be brought back for
public hearing. All commissioners in
favor. Staff to investigate alternative
for funding rather than take fund balance.
Croley/Holt
motion to table til December 21 for
public hearing 4 0
19. Approval to
Confirm the Appointment of Charles Chapman as the Public Works Director
Charles Poucher, P.E. 1720 Telogia Ck. Road, Quincy, FL 32351 Withdrew
his application for consideration. Read
statement His concern was that the
Public Works Director will not be run by person with Engineering Degree.
Croley/Morgan to approve the appointment
Commissioner Holt asked documentation that supports
the statement that production has increased in the department since Mr. Chapman
served as interim director.
Vote 2 -2.
Motion failed for lack of a majority.
Seek confirmation at the next meeting with a full
board.
COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
20.
Update on Board
Requests
COUNTY ATTORNEY
21.
Update on Various
Legal Issues no report
DISCUSSION ITEMS BY
COMMISSIONERS
22.
a.
Commissioner Morgan,
District 3
·
Replacement Appointment for the Library Commission - Mr. Paul Mazotta
Morgan/Crloley 4 0
·
Resolution 2010-044 In Opposition to the
Statewide Application of New Septic Tank Inspection and Replacement Requirement Morgan/Holt approve 4 0
·
Asked the board to
focus on sound fiscal decisions to continue the progress that the board has
made.
·
a.
Commissioner Holt,
District 4
Met with a group out at the old
Jai-Alai who is interested in purchasing the property.
Questions about the courthouse
improvements Concerned about the judges chambers- particularly the bathroom
Concerns were expressed about
pictures hanging at the hospital there are only two pictures with black
people. They want to make sure they are
fairly represented.
Grant writer put some feelers out to get somebody to write grants
Lawsuits Administration
b.
Commissioner Taylor,
District 5
Congratulated Commissioners on their
re-election. Pledged her effort to find
common grounds on the commission. Want to make sure that hidden agendas are left
at the door.
c.
Commissioner Croley,
District 2
·
Report and Discussion on Public Issues and Concerns Pertaining to
Commission District Two and Gadsden County
·
Amend agenda to add appointment of Commissioner Croley to CRTPA Holt/Morgan
4 0
·
Appointment to CRPTA Board Holt/Morgan 4 0
·
Planning Commission attendance record.
Asked the matter be placed on the agenda need policy to deal with
it.
d.
Commissioner Lamb,
District 1 Not present
23. RECEIPT AND FILE
a.
For the Record: Letter from the
Tax Collector Regarding Unused Fees for the Fiscal Year 2009-2010 returned
$111,013.30
b.
For the Record: Letter from the
Property Appraiser Regarding Unspent 2010 Budgeted Funds and Income from Map
and Copy Sale; Return of $36,285.46.
c.
For the Record: Letter from the
Property Appraiser Regarding CRA Incremental Increase in Taxes for the City of
Quincy and the Town of Havana
d.
For the Record: Letter from FDLE
Regarding Receipt and Acceptance of all Financial and Programmatic Reports
Contract Number 2010-ARRC-GADS-2-W7-193
e.
For the Record: Letter from FDLE
Regarding Receipt and Acceptance of all Financial and Programmatic Reports
Contract Number 2010-ARRC-GADS-6-W7-054
f.
For the Record: Letter from
Florida Department of Revenue Regarding Truth in Millage (TRIM) Certification
g.
For the Record: Letter from
Florida Department of Revenue Regarding Maximum Millage Levy Calculation Final
Disclosure
h.
For the Record: Letter from FDLE
Regarding FCIC/NCIC Audit
December Meeting(s)
Holt motioned to adjourn.