AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS HELD IN AND FOR GADSDEN COUNTY, FLORIDA ON NOVEMBER 15, 2011 AT 9:00 A.M., THE FOLLOWING PROCEEDINGS WERE HAD, VIZ.

Present:

Sherrie Taylor, Chair, District 5

Eugene Lamb, District 1

Doug Croley, District 2

Brenda Holt, District 4

Deborah Minnis, County Attorney

Arthur Lawson, Interim County Administrator

Beryl H. Wood, Deputy Clerk

Absent:

Gene Morgan, Vice-Chair, District 3

INVOCATION, PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND ROLL CALL

Chair Taylor called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m. and then opened the meeting with a prayer followed by the pledge of allegiance to the U.S. Flag.

Beryl H. Wood, Deputy Clerk led in roll call with Commissioner Morgan being absent. Chair Taylor asked for a motion to excuse Commissioner Morgan due to him being at work.

UPON MOTION BY COMMISSIONER LAMB AND SECOND BY COMMISSIONER HOLT, THE BOARD VOTED 4-0, BY VOICE VOTE, TO APPROVE THE EXCUSAL OF COMMISSIONER MORGAN FOR THE NOVEMBER 15, 2011 REGULAR SCHEDULED BOARD MEETING.

AMENDMENTS AND APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA

There were no Amendments to the Agenda. Chair Taylor asked for a motion.

UPON MOTION BY COMMISSIONER HOLT AND SECOND BY COMMISSIONER LAMB, THE BOARD VOTED 4-0, BY VOICE VOTE, TO APPROVE THE AGENDA AS PRINTED.

AWARDS, PRESENTATIONS AND APPEARANCES

· Election of Chairman and Vice-Chairman

(Arthur Lawson, Interim County Administrator)

Arthur Lawson:

Madam Chair, the first item of business today under Awards and Presentations is the Election of a new Chair and Vice-Chair. First is the election of the Chair, who will then carry through to elect the Vice-Chair. Typically we take nominations from the floor and once the nominations are closed the Board would take a vote on those who were nominated for the Chair. At this point and time if you so desire we can take nominations from the floor for the Chairman’s position.

Chair Taylor:

For a point of order, I think the Attorney becomes the Parliamentarian of this particular item because none of us at this point have any position so we will open up the floor.

Attorney Deborah Minnis:

We will now open the floor for nominations for Chair.

Commissioner Holt:

I move that we, I nominate Commissioner Taylor.

Minnis:

Any other nominations?

Commissioner Croley:

I nominate Commissioner Morgan.

Minnis:

Any others? So we have two nominations, are you ready to vote?

Commissioner Lamb:

Yes

Minnis:

All those in favor of Commissioner Sherry Taylor to resume Chair for the upcoming fiscal year 2011-12, please vote by saying Aye.

Commissioner’s Taylor, Holt, Lamb:

Aye

Minnis:

All those in favor Commissioner Gene Morgan?

Commissioner Croley:

Aye

Minnis:

3 – 1, so Commissioner Taylor becomes Chair for the upcoming fiscal year of 11-12.

Chair Taylor:

Thank you colleagues, for one more year of this. We will do are best. We need to open up nominees for Vice – Chair.

Commissioner Lamb:

Madam Chairman, I would like to nominate Commissioner Morgan.

Chair Taylor:

That’s one nomination. I would like to nominate Commissioner Holt. All in favor of Commissioner Morgan please let it be known by saying Aye.

Commissioner’s Croley, Lamb:

Aye

Chair Taylor:

All for Commissioner Holt please let it be known by saying Aye.

Commissioner’s Holt and Taylor:

Aye

Chair Taylor:

That’s 2-2, right now what will happen, given this situation is we will wait until the full Board is meeting and then we will go for the Vice-Chair again. As it stands Commissioner Morgan will retain his seat. I think that’s protocol. Thank you very much, Alright thank you, let’s move on.

2. Presentation on How Gadsden County Residents Can Benefit by Calling 2-1-1 Big Bend

(Jason Zauder, Outreach and Education Coordinator for 2-1-1 Big Bend, Inc.)

Jason Zauder greeted the Board of County Commissioners and presented a presentation and handout

on how Gadsden County Residents can benefit by Calling 2-1-1 Big Bend. He discussed the vision of 2-1-1 Big Bend is to serve as the preferred 24/7 gateway to community services and support with a commitment to excellence. The mission of 2-1-1 Big Bend is to provide assesment, emotional support, crisis assistance, education, training and referrals with accurate, up to date information . He said just as you would call 911 for emergencies, you can call 2-1-1 for human service infromation. He also added they offer wonderful volunteer opportunities such as Hotline Counselor, Program Volunteer, Student Intern Placements and Workstudy. He discussed the possibility of an information kiosk that would benefit the citizens of Gadsden, such as the one in the Leon County Courthouse.

State Hotlines provide:

· Parent Helpline – offers crisis counseling, info for parenting concerns

· Family Health Line – offers counseling, information, and referrals about pregnancy, infant and toddler issues.

· Florida HIV/AIDS Hotline – offers crisis counseling, information, and referrals to callers who are feeling suicidal or know someone who needs help.

· Lifeline – offers 24 hour crisis counseling, information, and referrals to callers who are feeling suicidal or know someone who needs help.

· BrAlve Hotline – offers 24 hour crisis counseling, information, and referrals to those affected by military deployment to Afganistan or Iraq.

Help line 2-1-1 :

· Brings people and services together

· Provides crisis counseling

· Prevents suicide

· 24-hour support

· Free and confidential

Commissioner Taylor stated the services seem to be great and cover a large area of need, but she inquired about statistical information as a point of interest. She asked does the program work, because she did not want to send people over expecting services and it’s just a formality. She expressed need through the School District where daily she interacts with families of children with issues such as utility, food and shelter. She offered her wholehearted support for the service.

Mr. Zauder commented that the program does work, but there are limited resources. He said if they can’t help, they will partner the caller with an organization that can.

3. 1000 Friends of Florida Award Presentation- Charles Patterson, FAICP President and CEO

Charles Patterson, FAICP President and CEO of 1000 Friends of Florida addressed the Board. He stated Gadsden County is receiving 1000 Friends of Florida’s Better Community Award for its passage of the Citizens Growth Management and Planning Bill of Rights Ordinance #2010-05, which provides citizens with enhanced opportunities to participate in the local planning process. He said Gadsden County is to be commended for giving its residents a more meaningful role in shaping the future of their community.”

Adopted in May of 2010, the Planning Bill of Rights was adopted to provide the citizens of Gadsden County the opportunity to have a voice in development and its impact on their enjoyment and investment in their community, said Gadsden County Planning commission Chair, Diane Sheffield. She explained that long-time Planning Board Member, John Yerkes would always ask applicants if they had communicated with citizens surrounding a proposed development. The Planning Commission voted unanimously to require this communication.” Affected property owners have the right to know about and have input in proposed changes to land use where they live.”

1000 Friend’s Better Community Award is presented annually for plans that have been implemented and projects are completed that use the principles of smart growth to create livable, vital environments. He then presented the County with a beautiful art painting of the Gadsden County Courthouse.

Chair Taylor enthusiastically articulated her support and appreciation on behalf of the Board and Gadsden County. She then asked Commissioner Croley to come down and accept the painting because of his due diligence in spearheading the project.

Commissioner Croley conveyed Chair Taylor’s gratitude by accepting and thanking 1000 Friends of Florida and Planning and Zoning for all their efforts and they all posed for a memorable photograph.

CLERK OF COURTS -

4. Presentation of County Finance and County Clerk Issues

(Nicholas Thomas, Clerk of the Courts)

In the absence of Clerk Nicholas Thomas, there were no issues from the Clerk of Court reported.

CONSENT

5. Approval of Minutes – August 18, 2011 - Budget Workshop

-- September 7, 2011 – Budget Hearing

6. Ratification of Approval to Pay County Bills

UPON MOTION BY COMMISSIONER LAMB AND SECOND BY COMMISSIONER HOLT , THE BOARD VOTED 4 – 0, BY VOICE VOTE, TO APPROVE THE REMAINDER OF THE CONSENT AGENDA, TO WIT:

ITEMS PULLED FOR DISCUSSION -None

There were no items pulled for discussion by the Board.

CITIZENS REQUESTING TO BE HEARD ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS (3 MINUTE LIMIT)

Charles Patterson, 308 N. Munroe, Tallahassee, FL, 1000 Friends of Florida addressed the Board again on a different issue on behalf of Water Management District. He noted Taylor County had adopted a resolution that stated that water is an important public resource, moving water across boundaries such as South Florida or Central Florida. He said they are a part of group that is trying to get communities engaged to let the state know that these are public resources and they should be managed properly. He spoke of Taylor County’s Resolution which he handed to Commissioners and asked that they take it into consideration for Gadsden County. He added that Jefferson and Leon County are also considering the same Resolution.

Chair Taylor asked Mr. Patterson to pass Resolution to the Clerk and they would have the Administrative staff look at it and have someone contact him on this issue.

PUBLIC HEARINGS

GENERAL BUSINESS

7. Approval of Close-out Budget Amendments for Fiscal Year 2011

(Jeff Price, Senior Management and Budget Analyst)

Mr. Lawson stated they are at item number 7 for approval of Close-out Budget Amendments

For Fiscal Year 2011. We have some additional Budget Amendments that need approval and if

there are any questions or concerns; Jeff Price was there to answer them.

Chair Taylor called for a motion for approval.

Commissioner Holt called for a question asking do they have separate accounts. I just saw something for Library Retirement for $1,000.

Mr. Price replied it is a line item for Libraries each one, all of them.

UPON MOTION BY COMMISSIONER LAMB AND SECOND BY COMMISSIONER HOLT, THE BOARD VOTED 4 – 0, BY VOICE VOTE, FOR APPROVAL OF CLOSE-OUT BUDGET AMENDMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2011.

8. Discussion of Request to Donate County Property to the City of Midway

(Charles Chapman, Public Works Director)

Mr. Lawson addressed the Board. This item seeks Board approval to donate county property (Parcel No. 4-07-1N-2W-0000-00344-000) to the City of Midway for the potential use for developing public safety and recreational uses. The parcel is 16.25 acres in size. Effective October 1, 2011 the Gadsden County Rural Waste Program was closed out. The subject parcel was used as the Midway (District 1) rural waste site, The property is 16.25 acres in size, located in the city limits of Midway, and is directly adjacent to a subdivision and current park property.

Mr. Arthur Lawson, Sr. Interim County Administrator received correspondence from Mr. Auburn Ford, Midway City Manager on October 26, 2011 requesting the donation of the subject parcel. The City of Midway would use the land for Public Safety (Fire Station) and Recreational Uses.

Mr. Auburn Ford, City of Midway City Manager spoke in support of the request to donate County Property to the City of Midway.

Commissioner Lamb concurred with Mr. Lawson and stated he would like for the land to

be turned over to the City of Midway. He said the City of Midway could really use land. He

said he saw no reason why the County couldn’t turn the land over to Midway with all

responsibilities going to them also. He then offered a motion for approval.

Chair Taylor stated there is a motion on the floor. She then second the motion for

approval. There was a question by Commissioner Croley.

Chair Taylor commented it was her understanding all of the property was under a

Realtor. Some point and time the realtor was to go out and have some type of estimate of

These properties to know what to sell it for. If that information is necessary, certainly the

realtor should have it and should be able to bring that forth to them as needed.

Commissioner Croley called attention to the write up that stated it would include current

market value. Obviously if we are going to have the City of Midway take the 16.25 acres, I don’t

expect it to be changed at current market value because I don’t know what that will be. He

asked would there be any monetary consideration at all? He stated he was in support of

the land going to the City of Midway, but thought monetary value should be added.

Chair Taylor directed staff to have the realtor attach a dollar amount to the proposed

16.25 acres of property to be given to the City of Midway. She stated they have a motion

and a second on the floor, she then recognized Commissioner Holt for a question.

Commissioner Holt stated she would not be in support of the county property going to the

City of Midway because when they attempted to do the easements at Lake Talquin, if you can

recall, I was not in favor. She commented she could not support until you look at the

property especially if there is a landfill there including clean up, we are responsible and if there

is no cleanup, what is the value? She stated the property belongs to the citizens. She said it

was her opinion that it should be brought back to retain clarification and then it should be

decided what they will do as a Board. “I’m all for Midway having the property.” She that there

is a way to do it and that was the reason she was not in favor of the motion as it stands.

Chair Taylor replied she could appreciate the point that Commissioner Holt was trying to

make, however she said once the exchange is made all the responsibilities will lay with the City

of Midway.

Commissioner Holt pointed out under the sale of property, Caveat Empor (Buyer Beware), they

are correct it is there responsibility once they buy. It’s not the fact that you are going to give, it’s

the process that you use that I’m questioning. She commented that what she is saying is you

need to set some precedent as to how you give away public property. There is no precedent

set in this county as to what we want that preceding to be, we just need a process in place.

Chair Taylor stated she appreciated Commissioner’s Holt comment and staff has made

notations.

Commissioner Croley asked the motion to be reinstated.

Motion to allow donation of property to the City of Midway with all responsibilities being now

placed with the City of Midway.

Commissioner Croley asked would the motion include the determination of the value and would

that information come back to the Board.

Chair Taylor commented it would. She then asked the motion be voted upon.

UPON MOTION BY COMMISSIONER LAMB AND SECOND BY COMMISSIONER TAYLOR, THE

BOARD VOTED 3- 1, BY VOICE VOTE, TO ALLOW DONATION OF PROPERTY TO THE CITY OF

MIDWAY WITH ALL RESPONSIBILITIES NOW BEING PLACED WITH THE CITY OF MIDWAY

AND TO HAVE VALUE BROUGHT BACK TO BOARD ON PROPERTY.

Commissioner Holt opposed the motion.

9. Approval to Award Bid Number 11-14 for Landscape Architecture Services

(Charles Chapman, Public Works Director)

Mr. Lawson addressed the Board for approval to award Bid No. 11-14 for landscape architecture services associated with two Local Agency Program (LAP) grants funded through the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT). The subject grants are for design only services in reference to County entrance gateway signage and wildflower beautification on state roads throughout Gadsden County. He went on to give the background. In 2009-2010 the Tourism Development Council embarked on an initiative to apply for funding to design gateways and improve roadside landscaping along the entrance points into Gadsden County. Most arterial roadways flowing through Gadsden County are Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) maintained roads. As such applications were made to FDOT for funding assistance with design of the gateway and landscaping projects in hopes the designs would be approved and subsequently funded for construction by FDOT.

Commissioner Croley motioned for approval and it was seconded by Commissioner Lamb.

Chair Taylor stated there is a motion and a second.

Commissioner Holt called the question and then directed her question to Mr. Chapman by asking what the plan is?

Mr. Chapman stated the scope of services that FDOT uses calls for landscaping and the use of natural wildflowers and it would contain both in the design only scope in these grants. He said they are not construction hours but design. He said they are looking at concept, blueprints and design layouts.

UPON MOTION BY COMMISIONER CROLEY AND SECOND BY COMMISSIONER LAMB, THE BOARD VOTED 4- 0, BY VOICE VOTE, FOR APPROVAL TO AWARD BID NUMBER 11-14 FOR LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE SERVICES.

COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR

10. Update on Board Requests

(Arthur Lawson, Interim County Administrator)

County Thanksgiving Luncheon

Mr. Lawson discussed the Annual Thanksgiving Luncheon held by the County on November 14, 2011 he said everyone was exceedingly pleased with the array of food and fellowship. He also thanked Commissioner Holt and Commissioner Lamb for taking time out of their busy schedules to join in the festivities.

COUNTY ATTORNEY

11. Update on Board Requests

( Deborah Minnis, County Attorney)

Attorney Minnis had no issues to report. However Commissioner Croley referenced a question to her related to the Slot Machine Referendum.

Commissioner Croley inquired of the Attorney concerning their decision of placing the slot machine referendum on the January ballot. He said the presentation spoke of Gretna Racing assuming responsibility of the cost of the election which is around $65,000. His question was who is responsible for the billing of the election?

Attorney Minnis replied they would have to work with the Supervisor of Elections, Shirley Knight to determine who is going to bill. She stated chances are the County /Board may have to do billing for that. She reiterated that she would coordinate with the Supervisor of Elections to make sure it’s not something she wants to do directly from her office.

Commissioner Croley said he did speak with the Supervisor of Elections and she replied it would be the Board’s responsibility to do the billing. He asked if she would verify that information with her office. He said it needs to be put in place and we need to get that money in hand.

Attorney Minnis said she would coordinate with her today and get with their Council and the Council for Gretna to make sure this issue is taken care of.

Antonio Jefferson, City Manager, City of Gretna addressed the Board. He said he had no concerns and that Supervisor Knight had a direct contact person to ensure the coordination of the Referendum. He said he felt there would be no problem with funding.

Chair Taylor expressed concerns with what she is hearing about the $65,000. Will National Solar be taking on the same responsibility, since both will appear on the ballot? She noted the election is on January 31, 2012 and there is still time to have much needed dialogue to get language correct and printed.

Commissioner Holt echoed the comments of Chair Taylor. She commented there are two referendums and the cost should be split between National Solar and Creek Entertainment/

Gretna Casino. She also added by the election being the early primary the Federal Government / State wouldn’t they give extra money? She stated all entities need to step up and pay their fair share.

Chair Taylor said those where great comments that should be passed on to staff to see if there are Federal Dollars out there to help with the costs.

DISCUSSION ITEMS BY COMMISSIONERS

12.

Commissioner Lamb, District 1

Ø Thanked Mr. Lawson and staff for Thanksgiving Luncheon. He commented it was very nice.

Commissioner Croley, District 2

Ø CRTPA Meeting – He said there were two things he needed to report. One was on the Gadsden Express, service that is being operated by Big Bend Transit; he said it is under the authority of Star Metro, City of Tallahassee Bus System. He said the question concerns the future funding, state monies are drying up due to the economy and it doesn’t appear the Florida DOT grants will be present. He said they requested in January further discussion specific to the whole concept of the Express not only operating in Gadsden County but perhaps in Jefferson & Wakulla. Also expanding to outlying areas in Gadsden County such as Havana, Chattahoochee, Gretna and Greensboro were also a topic of consideration. It is a matter of money. He said with fares being set so low it does not help the situation; he said it’s lining up to be a giveaway ride from a business process. It needs to be reviewed in terms of costs.

Ø I-10 Corridor Study – He commented the impact of Traffic through the 3 counties along the I-10 Corridor that make up the CRTPA jurisdiction. The other counties to the west of the Alabama line are also involved, but we were specific in Gadsden, Leon, Jefferson and there is a desire by some to add interchanges especially in Leon County. There is a desire by some to make improvements in the interchanges, such as Chattahoochee with the lighting. At the Gretna/Greensboro they are concerned with the added impact of the Casino and who would be responsible for payment if needed.

Ø Request of Tourist Development Council (TDC) – Commissioner Croley said he would like to request that the appointment of District 2 be placed on the Agenda for next month due to the current representative’s term expiring on December 31, 2011. He then moved for that to be added to the agenda for next month.

Chair Taylor asked Commissioner Croley to amend his motion to include all TDC Members who term expires as of December 31, 2011.

UPON MOTION BY COMMISSIONER CROLEY AND SECOND BY COMMISSIONER LAMB, THE BOARD VOTED 4- 0, BY VOICE VOTE, FOR APPROVAL TO ADD ALL TDC APPOINTMENTS TO THE NEXT AGENDA BEFORE DECEMBER 31, 2011.

Ø CRTPA Representation - Commissioner Croley reminded the Board that he was appointed for the 2011 term for the CRTPA and it would expire December 31, 2011 and that would complete his term of Chair. He added it would have to be a reappointment for 2012 or whatever the consensus of the Board is; it would need to be addressed also on the Agenda.

UPON MOTION BY COMMISSIONER HOLT AND SECOND BY COMMISSIONER LAMB, THE

BOARD VOTED 4 -0, BY VOICE VOTE, FOR APPROVAL TO ADD THE CRTPA REPRESENTATION

FOR 2012 TO THE NEXT AGENDA BEFORE DECEMBER 31, 2011.

Ø Theft of Copper/ Metal in Rural Areas Resolution - He referenced a request relating to the theft of copper and metal. He requested a resolution of stronger enforcement or of further regulations of scrap metal dealers who are buying the metal. They are asking for tougher restrictions. He asked then motioned for it to be added to the Agenda.

Chair Taylor commented before we place it on the Agenda, lets allow the County Attorney the

opportunity to look at the information and report back to us with her findings.

Commissioner Croley withdrew his motion to allow the County Attorney, the opportunity to

research.

Commissioner Holt, District 4

Ø City of Gretna, Creek Entertainment Job Fair

Antonio Jefferson, Gretna City Manager, addressed the Board announcing the Job Fair that would take place on Saturday, November 19, 2011 from 10:00am - 4:00pm at the Creek Entertainment Site in Gretna, FL. He also discussed the past weekend November 12, 2011 Job Fair which was held at the Workforce in Quincy, which resulted in a number of people not being helped or able to go through the process due to logistical issues.

Commissioner Holt discussed this past weekend’s Job Fair. She commented that she and Mayor Jackson were bombarded with calls about the situation and the hundreds of people that overflowed the Workforce for the job application process for Creek Entertainment. She said she would make sure she was at the Job Fair that is coming up this weekend. She discussed the importance of jobs and asked the citizens to be patient in going through the process.

Ø Nov. 30, 2011- CRTPA Meeting discussion of interchanges of Hwy 265 and I-10, the corridor where they come of Hwy 98 if you would bring that before the CRTPA at your next meeting.

Commissioner Croley informed the Board of a kickoff meeting scheduled for November 30, 2011 on these different interchanging topics and the first one will be here in the Commission Chambers. He expressed to Commissioner Holt that she might want to attend the meeting to express that need herself.

Ø Increase of traffic at the Gretna/I-10 – She commented the Federal Government has monies for infrastructure. She asked the Board to work with the City to ensure the interchange is done and that they work with the City.

Commissioner Morgan, Vice Chairman, District 3 – None

Commissioner Taylor, Chairperson, District 5 –

Ø Discussion of Smoke Detectors - Chair Taylor embarked on the importance of placing smoke detectors in homes that are needed. She reminded the Board winter is coming and she has begun discussion with the Fire Department about placing smoke detectors in homes.

Commissioner Lamb stated the County would probably need to check with other agencies who offer the service of placing fire detectors in homes.

Chair Taylor agreed and commented they have already talked with the City of Quincy, Fire Department. He is coordinating the effort County-Wide and we would like to help also if there is a need for the service.

UPON MOTION BY COMMISSIONER HOLT AND SECOND BY COMMISSIONER LAMB, THE BOARD VOTED 4 – 0, BY VOICE VOTE, TO HAVE THE SMOKE DETECTORS DISCUSSION PLACED ON THE DECEMBER AGENDA.

Ø Workshop on the Comp Plan/Land Development Code – Chair Taylor discussed the Comprehensive Plan becoming in sync with the Land Development Code. She said she would like for the Board to look at putting a committee together, people from the community, so they can sit down and start to address some of these issues regarding our Comp Plan and Land Development Code. She asked that Mr. Lawson agenda that item.

Commissioner Holt commented the Comp Plan and Land Development Code are large documents that need to be taken apart and worked effectively to ensure accuracy.

Commissioner Croley stated he thought the Planning and Zoning went through that process some months back.

UPON MOTION BY COMMISSIONER TAYLOR AND SECOND BY COMMISSIONER HOLT, THE BOARD VOTED 4 – 0, BY VOICE VOTE, TO FORM THE COMMITTEE ON COMP PLAN AND LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE AND HAVE STAFF TO COME BACK WITH WHAT THIS COMMITTEE NEEDS TO DO AND THE CRITERIA FOR THOSE THAT WILL SIT ON IT.

Ø Sheriff Department – Chair Taylor discussed the 13 inmate breakouts which occurred Saturday, November 12, 2011 where a private company was transporting inmates through our County. She commended the Sheriff’s Department for responding quickly and commented that is why she was not in attendance at the Thanksgiving Luncheon. She was attending the press conference at the Jail and she was there supporting Sheriff Young and staff, City of Quincy and the Florida Highway Patrol for a job well done.

Ø EMS Interlocal Agreement - Chair Taylor discussed her concern with the EMS Interlocal Agreement, she went on to say when something of that magnitude (Inmate Breakout) happens the Board should have been contacted. She asked that some correspondence be made to get that situation addressed.

Ø Workforce Plus – Chair Taylor called attention to the situation at Workforce Plus with the Job Fair and she was glad to see that the Job Fair would be coming back. She encouraged the Media to announce it so people would know the Job Fair was coming and for those interested to come back. She thanked Mr. Jefferson for bringing the Job Fair’s do over to the attention of the Board.

Ø Gadsden Express would be coming before the Board with a letter for funding.

Ø Legislative Session – Chair Taylor asked Mr. Lawson when the Representatives would be coming over to discuss with the Board concerning our wants and desires for this Legislative Session.

Mr. Lawson responded he is waiting for a response by Senator Munford’s staff to get

back with him and give a date.

13. Receipt and File

a. For the Record: Letter from the Tax Collector Regarding Unused Revenue (Fees) for Fiscal Year

2010 – 2011

b. For the Record: Letter from Florida Department of Transportation Regarding Traffic Regulation

Change: Speed Limit Reduction

c. For the Record: Letter from the National Solar Power Partners, LLC Regarding the Potential Solar

Farm Operations in Gadsden County, Florida

December Meetings(s)

-December 6, 2011, Regular Meeting, 6:00 p.m.

-December 20, 2011, Regular Meeting, 9:00 a.m.

ADJOURNMENT

THERE BEING NO OTHER BUSINESS BEFORE THE BOARD, THE CHAIR DECLARED THE MEETING ADJOUNED AT 9:56 A.M.

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Sherrie Taylor, Chair, District 5

ATTEST:

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Beryl H. Wood, Deputy Clerk