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Official Minutes of MARION COUNTY
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
October 2, 2018
CALL TO ORDER: The Marion County Board of County Commissioners
met in regular session in Commission Chambers at 9:00 a.m. on
Tuesday, October 2, 2018 at the Marion County Governmental Complex
located in Ocala, Florida.
INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: The meeting opened with
invocation by Chairman Bryant and the Pledge of Allegiance to the
Flag of our Country.
9:00 AM ROLL CALL: Upon roll call the following members were
present: Chairman Kathy Bryant, District 2; Vice-Chair Michelle
Stone, District 5; Commissioner David Moore, District 1; and
Commissioner Carl Zalak, District 4. Commissioner Jeff Gold,
District 3, was absent due to a prior commitment. Also present were
Clerk David R. Ellspermann, County Attorney Matthew G. Minter and
County Administrator Mounir Bouyounes.
Seated behind the County Attorney and County Administrator are:
Fiscal Manager Mike McCain; Assistant County Administrator (ACA)
Jeannie Rickman; and ACA Angel Roussel.
1. PROCLAMATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS: Upon motion of Commissioner
Moore, seconded by Commissioner Stone, the Board of County
Commissioners (BCC) approved and/or ratified the following:
1A. PROCLAMATION - National 4-H Week - Erin Webber, Marion
County 4-H Program Assistant (Approval and Presentation) The Board
presented the Proclamation designating the week of October 7
through 13, 2018 as "4-H Week in Marion County" to Cooperative
Extension Director David Holmes, Marion County 4-H Program
Assistants Erin Webber and Olivia Zugay, and several members of the
4-H organization. Ms. Webber provided a brief overview of upcoming
activities, including National Youth Science Day, to be held on
Wednesday, October 10, 2018 at 6:00 p.m. at the Extension Office
Auditorium, located at 2232 NE Jacksonville Road. Chairman Bryant
commented on the impact the 4-H Program provides to the youth in
Marion County.
1B. PROCLAMATION - National Walk Our Children to School Day -
Ken Odom, Ocala/Marion County Transportation Planning Organization
Transportation Planner & Project Manager (Approval and
Presentation) The Board presented the Proclamation recognizing
October 10, 2018 as "National Walk Our Children to School Day" to
Transportation Planner & Project Manager Ken Odom, Ocala/Marion
County Transportation Planning Organization (TPO). Mr. Odom stated
the Community Traffic Safety Team is a multi-jurisdictional
organization that includes Law Enforcement, Planning, Engineering
and safety organizations throughout the county. Essentially, they
run children and their parents through numerous scenarios,
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which is beneficial since many parents think it will not happen
to their child(ren). This is a safe way to let parents know that
their child(ren) are susceptible to many of the dangers out there
today. He thanked FedEx and Walmart for their corporate
sponsorships, as well as the BCC for allowing staff to participate
in these events. Mr. Odom encouraged the public to participate in
the event.
1C. CERTIFICATE OF RECOGNITION - Project Hope (Ratification
Only) The Board ratified the Certificate of Recognition recognizing
and honoring Project Hope for their dedication in providing
housing, services and support to the homeless population of Marion
County.
WALK-ON: PROCLAMATION — 2018 Arthur I. Appleton Day — Jessica E.
Kummerle, Government Relations Manager, College of Central Florida
(Approval and Presentation)
Description/Background: The attached proclamation is requested
to be approved as a walk-on item and presented to Jessica E.
Kummerle, Government Relations Manager, College of Central Florida.
Budget/Impact: None. Recommended Action: Motion to approve and
present the attached proclamation for 2018 Arthur I. Appleton
Day.
Chairman Bryant advised of a Walk-On Proclamation for Board
consideration. A motion was made by Commissioner Moore, seconded by
Commissioner Zalak, to consider the Walk-On Item. The motion was
unanimously approved by the Board (4-0). Chairman Bryant opened the
floor for public comment. There being none, Chairman Bryant advised
that public comment is now closed. A motion was made by
Commissioner Zalak, seconded by Commissioner Moore, to approve the
Proclamation. The motion was unanimously approved by the Board
(4-0). The Board presented the Proclamation recognizing October 14,
2018 as Arthur I. Appleton Day to Jessica E. Kummerle, Government
Relations Manager, College of Central Florida (CF); Jillian
Ramsammy, Vice President, Institutional Effectiveness and College
Relations, CF; and Cindy Morrison, Director, Appleton Museum. Ms.
Ramsammy thanked the BCC and other community partners, including
the Marion County School Board (MCSB) and the City of Ocala. Ms.
Morrison gave a brief overview of upcoming events at the museum and
noted there will be free admission to everyone on October 14,
2018.
ANNOUNCEMENTS: Chairman Bryant addressed upcoming scheduled
meetings as listed on the Commission Calendar (Item 12B).
HIGHLIGHT: Dog Days of Summer Animal Services Director Deborah
Horvath advised that October 2018 is adopt a shelter dog month,
noting for an adoption fee of $10, citizens can adopt a dog that
has been spayed/neutered, micro-chipped and rabies vaccinated. In
response to Chairman Bryant, Ms. Horvath stated the total number of
animals taken in at the shelter for the month of September 2018 was
321, noting many were either adopted, transferred to other rescue
facilities, or returned to the owner. Chairman Bryant expressed her
appreciation to community partners, private rescue shelters and
other agencies for their support in this matter.
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2. GENERAL PUBLIC ITEMS: All members of the public wishing to
speak during the "General Public" portion of the agenda will be
limited to two (2) minutes to make their request or presentation
and will be heard following scheduled requests, which are limited
to five (5) minutes. For unscheduled requests, public comment
request forms are available in the lobby. If the request or matter
requires investigation by County staff, the Chairman will refer to
staff for follow-up with the person making the request.
2A. Roger Knechtel - Marion County Sheriffs Office Roger
Knechtel, SE 97th Terrace Road, Summerfield, presented an an
11-inch by 17-inch (11"x17") handout relating to a magazine article
about the impact China is having on the American economy and our
country's supply of prescription drugs. Mr. Knechtel addressed the
importance of recognizing and honoring law enforcement officers. He
commented on growth in Marion County and the future effects it will
have on the county's road system. In response to Chairman Bryant,
Sheriff William "Billy" Woods, Marion County Sheriffs Office
(MCSO), commented on initiatives that are in place to recognize law
enforcement officers that go above and beyond the call of duty. He
advised of an annual awards banquet held to honor law enforcement
officers across the nation for saving lives. Sheriff Woods stated
Marion County has its own recognition known as the Eagle Eye Award
to show appreciation to the men and women in law enforcement.
2B. Karen Ahram - WWII Veteran & Community Unity Karen
Ahram, NE 6th Place, stated her father is a 95 year old World War
II (WWII) veteran who is currently undergoing chemotherapy
treatment. She requested the BCC acknowledge her father's service
to the country this Veterans Day. Ms. Ahram referred to a book her
father owns from the USS Stevenson, which contains a roster of the
crewmen who served on the ship from 1942 until 1945. Chairman
Bryant requested Ms. Ahram make an appointment with Executive
Assistant Nadja M. Griffis, Commission Office, to discuss her
request. Ms. Ahram commented on Community Unity; wherein, the whole
community works together to make all of Marion County no kill
animal shelters. She addressed the trap, neuter and release (TNR)
program, noting she has performed TNR on over 1,500 cats over the
past 40 years. Ms. Ahram advised that she is willing to donate
raffle items to raise funds for animal shelters, neuter commuter
bus, etc. and challenged the community to participate in the
Community Unity program.
2C. Cathy Wyckoff - Marion Safe and Just, Public Safety and
Re-Entry Cathy Wyckoff, NW 30th Avenue, presented 2 newspaper
articles relating to the opioid crisis and a 5 page handout
entitled, "Marion County Public Safety Coordinating Council
Bylaws". She expressed her appreciation to the BCC for its decision
to recommission the Public Safety Coordinating Council. Ms. Wyckoff
expressed concern with the rise in violent crimes associated with
the drug epidemic and lack of funding to address/resolve the issue.
In response to Chairman Bryant, Sheriff Woods advised of programs
already in place, including at the Marion County Jail, to address
drug and alcohol addictions. He commented on the Vivitrol Program
in conjunction with The Centers, which is a treatment program
specifically designed for getting an individual off drugs. The
Marion County Drug Unit Task Force has been working with the
Medical Examiner's (ME) Office to identify specific causes
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of death relating to overdoses and the type of drugs in the
victim's system. Sheriff Woods commented on the importance of
passing legislation that ensures laws are put in place to help
fight this issue, but noted the country cannot arrest its way out
of the drug problem. Chairman Bryant advised that Vivitrol is a new
medication that suppresses the desire for drugs and helps
individuals stay clean. Sheriff Woods advised of an upcoming
program, in conjunction with local hospitals, that will provide
drop-off boxes for citizens to bring their unused prescription
medications for proper disposal. He noted more information
regarding the program can be found on the Sheriff's Office Facebook
page at https://www.facebook. com/mcsoflorida. Chairman Bryant
advised that one could correlate the drug epidemic with domestic
terrorism, noting the country is under attack with drugs being
imported from Mexico and China.
Chairman Bryant requested the Board address Item 7G10 at this
time. 7G10. Request Approval of Selection Committee Recommendation:
18P-149, Debris Management Operations - Debris Recovery Monitoring
Services - Tetra Tech - Maitland, FL (Budget Impact - None) The
Board considered the following recommendation as presented by
Procurement Services Director Olsen:
Description/Background: On behalf of the Office of the County
Engineer, a Request for Proposals (RFP) was advertised to contract
with a qualified firm for debris management monitoring in the event
of a local natural disaster. Four (4) submittals were received and
through proposal evaluations and scoring, the Selection Committee
members, Suzie Futch, Mike McCain, and George White chose to
conduct interviews with all four (4) firms. Tetra Tech, Inc. ranked
highest, as shown below.
FIRM — City, State SCORE RANK Tetra Tech, Inc. — Pasadena, CA
245 1 True North Emergency Mgt, LLC — Arlington, TX 230 2
Geo-Technologies, Inc. — Ocala, FL 184 3 Witt O'Briens, LLC —
Washington, DC 146 4
The term of this contract will run concurrent with the County's
other disaster contracts, also being presented for approval at
today's meeting, through September 30, 2023. Pending mutual
agreement and Board approval, a five (5) year renewal option may be
exercised. Attached for review is a draft contract; pending
approval at today's meeting, it will be sent to the contractor for
execution as written, and upon return, will be forwarded for the
County Attorney's, Clerk's, and Chairman's signatures.
Budget/Impact: None; approval of this item carries no immediate
budget impact; if/when services are required, actual costs will
vary depending on the type of disaster and extent of damage that
occurs in the County. Recommended Action: Motion to approve
recommendation and allow staff to issue contracts, and upon
approval by Legal, authorize the Chairman to execute contract with
Tetra Tech, LLC under RFP 18P-149.
County Attorney Matthew G. Minter advised that the Board must
take public comment prior to acting on this Item. Chairman Bryant
opened the floor for public comment. There being none, Chairman
Bryant advised that public comment is now closed.
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County Administrator Mounir Bouyounes clarified that this is a
Procurement Department Item that goes through a specific process
with rules against lobbying prior to the Board taking action. Once
the Board takes action then a contractor/firm can address the
Board. This Item is a Selection Committee recommendation to enter
into a contract with Tetra Tech, Inc., Maitland Florida, for debris
management operations/debris recovery monitoring services. In
response to Commissioner Moore, Procurement Services Director Susan
Olsen advised that Tetra Tech, Inc. has multiple offices across the
United States (US) and the one that will be working with the county
is in Maitland, Florida. In response to Chairman Bryant, Ms. Olsen
provided a brief overview of the Selection Committee process,
noting Committee members reviewed and scored the proposals and each
firm delivered a presentation. The recommended firm has a proven
software, which is tied to how the county will get reimbursed from
the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). She advised that
Tetra Tech, Inc. will have company supervisors on site during an
event and reiterated the importance of having the right software
for FEMA reimbursement. The solicitation and the subsequent
contract are going to have a host of federal requirements attached.
Due to federal requirements, the solicitation does not allow the
county to utilize its local vendor preference or give points for a
company's location. She clarified that when the county has an
event, FEMA not only reviews the contract, but how the contract was
awarded. Ms. Olsen noted any deviation from FEMA's process or rules
could put the county in jeopardy of not being reimbursed. In
response to Commissioner Moore, Ms. Olsen provided a brief overview
of each of the submitting firms. In response to Commissioner Zalak,
County Engineer Tracy Straub advised that working through the last
storm there were hurdles getting contractors to help and their
staffing levels were not at the experience levels that the county
has had in past experiences. She clarified that the firm was able
to bring monitors on board, but they were not well experienced. Ms.
Straub commented on the firm's presentation and opined that they
did not demonstrate all of their abilities to the fullest.
Commissioner Zalak questioned if all submittals guarantee a certain
personnel package. Ms. Straub stated the Scope of Service has
minimal staffing requirements, which includes language that the
firms will provide a certain number of personnel within a specific
timeframe. General discussion ensued. In response to Commissioner
Zalak, Ms. Straub advised that Tetra Tech presented the amount of
staffing they have throughout the geographic region and was able to
show how they responded during Hurricane Irma with good reference
checks regarding their response to that storm. She stated the firm
clearly showed they knew how to track and document the work and
have been approved through the US Army Corp of Engineers. In
response to Commissioner Zalak, Fiscal Manager Mike McCain, Office
of Fiscal Review, advised that Tetra Tech is a nationwide firm that
has its own proprietary software vetted by the U.S. Army Corp of
Engineers and FEMA. He stated the 2 people that represented the
firm from Maitland at their presentation noted they will be the
ones that show up when the county has an event. Chairman Bryant
questioned what happens if the Board does not go with the Selection
Committee's recommendation and if that will put the county's
reimbursement at risk. Ms. Olsen noted if there is an event within
the next couple of months then the county could be at risk due to
not having a contract in place at this time. She cautioned the
Board in regard
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to rejecting the recommendation without good justification,
which could lead to a lawsuit for being arbitrary or capricious
about the decision making. General discussion resumed. Chairman
Bryant stated there is not a Board or staff member who would love
nothing more than for one of the local firms to come in and win out
on bids, unfortunately when it comes to federal contracts the
county's hands are tied because it cannot give local preference.
She noted it is potentially a large contract with a lot of money
involved and the county cannot take any chances on not being
reimbursed those dollars, which would be detrimental to the county.
Commissioner Stone commented on the auditing process, noting even
after reimbursement is requested, FEMA comes back and audits the
process of who the county chose, which has a direct bearing on
reimbursement. Ms. Olsen noted it has a direct bearing on the
validity of the contract. A motion was made by Commissioner Zalak,
seconded by Commissioner Moore, to execute the contract, upon
approval by Legal, with Tetra Tech, LLC for debris management
monitoring, pursuant to RFP 18P-149. The motion was unanimously
approved by the Board (4-0). Jonny Heath, SE 156th Lane, Weirsdale,
thanked the BCC and staff for considering his firm. He advised that
the Stafford Act, through FEMA, recognizes use of local talent,
noting his firm has combined with 2 other firms. He stated Jones,
Edmunds & Associates, Inc. (JEA) and Geo-Technologies, Inc.
performed this service for Marion County in 2004 with seamless
effort. Mr. Heath advised that he realizes JEA is not local but has
worked in Marion County and noted as a long-term resident he
recognizes that local preference is out. He referred to the scoring
criteria, noting 2 candidates ranked his firm at a 72 and 1 ranked
them at a 42, which he opined shows that there is some disparity in
who the county selected to review those contracts. Keeping in mind
that the talent the county chose has proprietary software, Mr.
Heath noted that Jones, Edmunds & Associates, Inc. did the
clean-up for St. Johns County and used a variety of software. He
stated he understands the importance and would never jeopardize
anything for Marion County that he did not think they were very
capable of handling. In response to Chairman Bryant, Ms. Olsen
clarified that the Stafford Act is a Federal Act and reiterated
that FEMA does not allow counties to use local preference for firms
in the solicitation documents. Commissioner Stone questioned if the
selected firm will be utilizing any local contractors. Ms. Olsen
stated she was unsure whether Tetra Tech will be subbing any of the
work out, but will check. She noted the firm indicated it will use
local people to perform some of the monitoring/field work. Ms.
Olsen clarified that the 2 people who said they would show up when
the county has an event are Supervisors and point people for the
county and her understanding is that the rest of the people will be
local. Chairman Bryant advised that she would like to see the
Selection Committee notes and scores and have the opportunity to
bring this matter back to the BCC at its next meeting. She
requested staff review the Stafford Act to verify whether or not
there is any opportunity for local preference through FEMA
contracts. Mr. Minter stated now is the time, if the Board wants to
make a motion to reconsider its prior action. He advised that the
Board has a quirky nuance in that now in effect you have been
lobbied by one of the firms and are now proposing to change your
vote after having received that input, which creates an
anomaly.
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Mr. Bouyounes advised that staff can put the contract on hold
and not send it to the vendor for execution and provide the Board
with the file for this entire process. It will provide time for the
County Attorney to review the Stafford Act and any other
regulations FEMA has in place that will allow the county to use
local preference. If the Board finds anything that contradicts what
staff has said then it can bring the matter back for
reconsideration. Mr. Minter opined that it would be better for the
Board to go ahead and take its vote on the reconsideration today
and then bring it back. In response to Commissioner Zalak, Mr.
Minter clarified it is not his suggestion that the Board throw the
bids out, the reconsideration is just reconsidering the vote on the
award. He stated the Board is not making a new award today, but
rather as if the Board did not take the vote in the first place. A
motion was made by Commissioner Stone to reconsider Item 7G10, in
light of the fact the Board would like to learn more of the
Stafford Act and how it impacts this Item, as well as reviewing the
process and looking to see what they are offering to do for the
county. She noted she is unclear what the firm is providing based
on comments that have been made. The motion was seconded by
Commissioner Zalak. The motion was unanimously approved by the
Board (4-0). A motion was made by Commissioner Moore, seconded by
Commissioner Zalak, to table this matter until the next regularly
scheduled BCC meeting to be held on Tuesday, October 16, 2018. The
motion was unanimously approved by the Board (4-0).
2D. General Public Comment (Limited to 2 Minutes Each Speaker):
Jack Stackman, NE 248th Avenue Road, Salt Springs, expressed
concern that the action the Board just took regarding Item 7G10
opens the county up to potential litigation. He opined that it
would have been easier if the gentleman who did the lobbying would
have addressed Commissioners individually. Chairman Bryant advised
that it is prohibited. Mr. Minter concurred and noted the
prohibited timeframe for lobbying is from the date of advertisement
to award of the bid/contract. Doug Shearer, SE 85th Street,
commented on the county's request to the State of Florida to use 91
acres of land within the Marjorie Harris Carr Cross Florida
Greenway for active recreation purposes (Item 7F1). Commissioner
Zalak commented on a recreational plan to utilize the property and
the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) wants the county
to do the improvements. Mr. Bouyounes noted the plan includes
additional trails and trailheads. Mr. Shearer commented on
opportunity zones the county requested from the federal government
and opined that it is misguided to allow these zones to extend into
the Farmland Preservation Area. Emergency Management Director
Preston Bowlin, MCSO, addressed earlier comments by Sheriff Woods
relating to an upcoming program that will provide drop-off boxes
for citizens to bring unused prescription medications for proper
disposal, noting the next Drug Take Back Day is Saturday, October
27, 2018 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at 3 locations: MSCO South
Multi-District Office, the Southwest District Office, and the South
Marion District Office. Commissioner Moore out at 10:31 a.m. Deputy
Bowlin advised that last year the Sheriff's Office took in
approximately 800 to 1,000 pounds of prescription drugs. The new
program will offer drop-off events all year long through the MCSO
and its Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) program. He stated
prescription medications are mistakenly taken or being flushed down
the toilets, which is
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not good for the ecology. The program will be beneficial by
properly disposing of medications. Commissioner Moore returned at
10:33 a.m. Dale Kreutzer, Marion Oaks Lane, commented on an Animal
Services Coalition and questioned who runs those meetings. Animal
Services Director Deborah Horvath advised that Coalition meetings
are being run by the Humane Society of Alachua County, noting the
meetings were previously open to the public; however, meetings are
now only attended by Directors. Chairman Bryant clarified that this
is an outside Coalition and is not run by the Marion County Animal
Services Department. She advised that the Coalition is not
recommending Marion County get rid of its Neuter Commuter. Ms.
Kreutzer questioned if there are minutes taken at the Coalition
meetings so that the public is made aware. Chairman Bryant stated
the coalition is a volunteer group and not a government agency,
noting staff can provide Ms. Kreutzer with contact information for
the Alachua County Humane Society to request that information. Ms.
Horvath noted the Coalition was formed to help communities with
grant and funding opportunities and does not make rules or
regulations.
3. ADOPT THE FOLLOWING MINUTES: NONE
4. CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS AND GOVERNMENTAL OR OUTSIDE AGENCIES:
4A. Billy Woods, Marion County Sheriff - Request Acceptance of
$36,054.85 from Disposals of Evidence and Approval to Return these
Funds to the Marion County Sheriffs Budget The Board considered the
following amended letter dated September 26, 2018 from Sheriff
Billy Woods, Marion County Sheriffs Office (MCSO):
Dear Chairman Bryant, During the past year, the Marion County
Sheriff's Office (MCSO) Evidence Unit has made a concerted effort
to process disposals of evidence, including money, on closed cases
in accordance with Florida State Statute 705.105. During this
process, the Evidence Unit personnel processed disposed cases,
which resulted in the sum of $36,054.95 being set aside for
disposal. After public notice, this money was not claimed and in
accordance with Florida State Statute Chapter 116.21, I am turning
these funds over to the Board of County Commission's general
budget. Additionally, I am requesting that these funds be returned
to the MCSO. We intend to use these funds to pay for a second year
of a part time Latent Print Examiner position to work on the
backlog cases, specialized training for Forensics personnel and
specialized forensic equipment. Your consideration in this matter
of mutual concern is greatly appreciated. Respectfully Submitted,
Billy Woods, Sheriff
A motion was made by Commissioner Moore, seconded by
Commissioner Stone, to return the $36,054.95 to MCSO to pay for a
second year of a part time Latent Print Examiner position to work
on the backlog cases, specialized training for Forensics personnel
and specialized forensic equipment. The motion was unanimously
approved by the Board (4-0)
5. CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT: 5A. Request Adoption of the
Following Budget Amendment Resolutions:
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Upon motion of Commissioner Zalak, seconded by Commissioner
Stone, the Board adopted the following Budget Amendment Resolution
transferring funds as presented by Clerk Ellspermann: 5A1. 18-R-411
— Parks and Recreation Fees Fund - Parks & Recreation Fees -
$61,000.
6. PUBLIC HEARINGS (Request Proof of Publication) at 10:00 am:
NONE
7. CONSENT: A motion to approve the Consent Agenda is a motion
to approve all recommended actions. All matters on the Consent
Agenda are considered routine and will be enacted by one motion.
There will be no separate discussion unless desired by a
Commissioner. Upon motion of Commissioner Zalak, seconded by
Commissioner Moore, the Board acted on the Consent Agenda as
follows:
7A. Administration: 7A1. Request Blanket Travel Approval for
Legislative and Committee Participation and Leadership Florida
Activities for FY 2018-2019 by Commissioners, the County
Administrator and Assistant County Administrators (Budget Impact -
None) The Board accepted the following recommendation as presented
by County Administrator Mounir Bouyounes, P.E., Administration:
Description/Background: The 2019 Legislative regular session
begins on Tuesday, March 5, 2019 and ends on Friday, May 3, 2019,
the latter being the 60th and last day of regular session. The
regular session is preceded by Interim Committee meetings, not yet
scheduled for the 2019 session. Additional meetings will be
scheduled with various legislators, including Marion County's own
state delegation members, as well as our federal congressional
leaders. Members of the Board of County Commissioners and
appropriate staff (County Administrator and Assistant County
Administrators) may be required on occasion to travel for
legislative or Leadership Florida activities to Tallahassee,
Florida and Washington, D.C., to include the legislators' district
offices as well as state and federal agencies outside the county
Subsequently, Board members who have been appointed to serve on
select committees through legislative associations would require
additional travel for their participation. Consideration of blanket
approval is requested for the required legislative travel as
scheduling permits. Budget/Impact: None. Recommended Action: Motion
to approve blanket travel for legislative and committee
participation for FY 2018-2019 by Commissioners, the County
Administrator and Assistant County Administrators.
7A2. Request Approval of a First Amendment to the Agreement for
FY 18-19 between Marion County and the Ocala/Marion County Chamber
and Economic Partnership to Support Continued Economic Development
Activities and Small Business Incubator Services (Budget Impact -
Neutral; Expenditure of up to $285,000 as Approved in FY 18-19
Budget) The Board accepted the following recommendation as
presented by County Administrator Bouyounes, Administration:
Description/Background: This first amendment renews the
agreement between Marion County and the Ocala/Marion County Chamber
and Economic Partnership
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(CEP) for economic and small business incubator services for FY
18-19. As approved in the FY 18-19 budget, the agreement provides
for up to $285,000 in funding payable in 12 equal monthly payments
based on a series of eligible expenditures and performance
measures. Since 2013, economic development services and the Power
Plant Business Incubator activities have been combined into a
single annual agreement with the CEP. Budget/Impact: Neutral;
agreement provides for 12 monthly payments totaling up to $285,000
as approved in FY 18-19 budget. Recommended Action: Motion to
approve the attached Ocala/Marion County Chamber and Economic
Partnership First Amendment to the agreement for FY 18-19.
7B. Community Services: 7B1. Request Approval of the Third
Amendment to the Agreement between Marion County and Marion County
Homeless Council, Inc. (Budget Impact - Neutral; not to exceed
$50,000 of the FY 16-17 ESG funds) The Board accepted the following
recommendation as presented by Community Services Director
Martin:
Description/Background: The County's Emergency Solutions Grant
(ESG) Funding for FY16-17 was divided amongst four agencies to
include Shepherd's Lighthouse, Marion County Homeless Council,
Interfaith Emergency Services and Project Hope. As a requirement,
the funds are to be spent by November 15, 2018. Of the four
agencies, only the Homeless Council was able to spend all of their
allotted funds. This leaves the ESG Fund balance for FY16-17 at
approximately $50,000 which must be expended by the November date.
Additionally, each of these contracts expires September 30, 2018.
The Homeless Council has agreed to extend their contract for one
month and to collaborate with other agencies to spend the remaining
funds by the deadline. Budget/Impact: Neutral; not to exceed
$50,000 of FY 16-17 ESG Funds. Recommended Action: Motion to
approve the third amendment to the agreement between the County and
Marion County Homeless Council, Inc.
7B2. Request Approval of a Contract Agreement between Marion
County and Habitat for Humanity of Marion County, Inc. to Construct
One Home with FY 17-18 HOME Funds (Budget Impact - Neutral; not to
exceed $95,333) The Board considered the following recommendation
as presented by Community Services Director Martin:
Description/Background: Marion County is required to expend
fifteen (15%) percent of its total Home Investment Partnerships
(HOME) annual allocation of $635,557 to Community Housing
Development Organization (CHDO) projects. On February 8, 2018
Community Services issued a Notice of Funding Availability for the
HOME/CHDO FY 17-18 funds. Habitat for Humanity of Marion County
Inc. applied for and was chosen to use funds to construct one home
in the amount of $95,333. Habitat for Humanity is a nonprofit
housing organization whose mission is to build affordable homes for
purchase by low and moderate-income residents. Habitat for Humanity
is an approved, certified CHDO agency according to Department of
Housing and Urban Development (HUD) regulation 24 CFR 92.2 and
92.300. This agreement will increase the number of
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affordable housing units in Marion County and provide
homeownership opportunities as identified in Marion County's Five
Year Strategic Plan (2018-2023). Budget/Impact: Neutral; not to
exceed $95,333. Recommended Action: Motion to approve HOME/CHDO FY
17-18 grant funding in the amount not to exceed $95,333 to Habitat
for Humanity of Marion County, Inc.
County Administrator Bouyounes advised of a scrivener's error on
page 2 of the contract, noting Section B should read "in an amount
not to exceed Ninety Five Thousand Three Hundred Thirty Three
Dollars and Fifty Five Cents ($95,333.55)". A motion was made by
Commissioner Moore, seconded by Commissioner Stone, to approve the
HOME/CHDO FY 17-18 grant funding in the corrected amount not to
exceed $95,333.55 to Habitat for Humanity of Marion County, Inc.
The motion was unanimously approved by the Board (4-0).
7C. Development Review Committee: 7C1. Request Approval of Final
Plat for Lake Diamond North Subdivision, Application Number 21867
(Budget Impact - None) The Board accepted the following
recommendation as presented by Growth Services Director Samuel
Martsolf, on behalf of the Development Review Committee (DRC):
Description/Background: On September 24, 2018, the Development
Review Committee (DRC) approved the Final Plat for the Lake Diamond
North Subdivision and recommended that the Board approves and
authorizes execution by the Chair and the Clerk. This subdivision
is located in the southeast part of the County and contains 463
lots on 231.47 acres with 4.54 miles of private road. This plat
approval is subject to approval of the improvement agreement on
this Board consent agenda under Transportation - County Engineer.
Budget/Impact: None. Recommended Action: Motion to approve the
subject plat and to authorize the Chair and Clerk to execute the
same.
7D. Growth Services: 7D1. Request Approval of Reduction of Lien
on Code Case Number 635024-DT, Parcel Number 11679-006470 (Budget
Impact - None) The Board accepted the following recommendation as
presented by Growth Services Director Martsolf:
Description/Background: On October 25, 2007, a Code Enforcement
Board lien was recorded against Robert S. Tillotson and Sheryl E.
Tillotson, the owners of the subject parcel, which is a 50' X 105'
lot in the Salt Springs Resort Condominium for a building safety
violation fine. Subsequently, on February 23, 2011, Mrs. Tillotson
appeared at the Code Board hearing to request a reduction of the
$3,000.00 lien. The Code Enforcement Board moved to amend the prior
order and reduce the Tillotsons' fine to $550.00 (there was no
mention of the lien in the record). Robert S. Tillotson and Sheryl
E. Tillotson no longer own any property in Marion County. It is
recommended that the Board approve the reduction of the lien to
$550.00 so that staff can record a Release of Lien for Case Number
635024-DT. This request is for Board approval to accept the Code
Enforcement Board's 2011 recorded order reducing their prior 2007
fine from $3,000 to $550. This action will bring the lien amount
into compliance with the amended Code Enforcement Board
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Order and allow staff to release the lien, which has been paid
in full at the reduced amount. Budget/Impact: None. Recommended
Action: Motion to approve the reduction of the lien on Code Case
Number 635024-DT, Parcel Number 11679-006470.
7E. Human Resources: 7E1. Request Approval of the
Reclassification of One (1) Supply Inventory Technician within
Marion County Fire Rescue (Budget Impact — Savings of $12,752) The
Board accepted the following recommendation to adopt Resolution
18-R-412, as presented by Human Resources (HR) Director Amanda
Tart:
Description/Background: Marion County Fire Rescue (MCFR) would
like to split one full time supply inventory technician position
into two part-time supply inventory technician positions. This
would allow a loyal long term employee to transition to a part-time
position which keeps the knowledge and experience within the
department. This employee will be able to assist in training new
employees and interns. By having two part-time positions, MCFR will
be able to inventory and deliver supplies on a rotating schedule.
Budget/Impact: Savings of $12,752. Recommended Action: Motion to
approve the attached resolution and reclassification of the Supply
Inventory Technician position in the Fire Rescue Department.
RESOLUTION 18-R-412 is entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF
COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF MARION COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECLASSIFICATION OF
ONE (1) SUPPLY INVENTORY TECHNICIAN POSITION, PAY GRADE 5, TO TWO
(2) PART-TIME SUPPLY INVENTORY TECHNICIAN POSITIONS, PAY GRADE 5
WITHIN FIRE RESCUE BUDGET 3310; ALONG WITH THE CORRESPONDING JOB
DESCRIPTIONS AND PAY GRADES WITHIN THE FIRE RESCUE BUDGET 3310, AND
INCORPORATING THE FOREGOING ACTIONS INTO THE MARION COUNTY
CLASSIFICATION PLAN.
7E2. Request Approval of the Resolution for the Revision of the
Employee Handbook (Budget Impact - None) The Board accepted the
following recommendation to adopt Resolution 18-R-413, as presented
by HR Director Tart:
Description/Background: The Human Resources Director was
recently tasked with conducting a review of several sections of the
current handbook. The proposed revisions presented within this
agenda item will streamline processes, help retain employees, and
promote the best interest of the County. The handbook revisions are
attached, as well as a list summarizing the notable changes.
Budget/Impact: None. Recommended Action: Motion to approve the
attached resolution for the revisions of the Employee Handbook with
an effective date of October 1, 2018.
Resolution 18-R-413 is entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF
COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF MARION COUNTY, FLORIDA, ADOPTING THE 2018
MARION COUNTY
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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS EMPLOYEE HANDBOOK AND REPEALING
ALL PRIOR EMPLOYEE HANDBOOKS.
7F. Parks and Recreation: 7F1. Request Approval of Resolution
for Application for Use of State Owned Uplands (Budget Impact -
None) The Board accepted the following recommendation to adopt
Resolution 18-R-414, as presented by Parks Director/Landscape
Architect Jim Couillard, PLA, ASLA:
Description/Background: This Resolution is a component of an
Application for the Use of State Owned Uplands. Adoption of this
Resolution represents a formal request from the Board of County
Commissioners to use 91 acres of land within the Marjorie Harris
Carr Cross Florida Greenway for active recreation purposes. A lease
of this land will allow for the creation of a new aquatic venue for
recreational swimming, improvement of the community's health and
wellness and serve as a catalyst for economic impact through
competitive swimming and sports tourism. Budget/Impact: None.
Recommended Action: Motion to authorize the Chairman and Clerk to
sign the Resolution as presented.
Resolution 18-R-414 is entitled: A RESOLUTION REQUESTING TO
LEASE 91.10 ACRES OF STATE OWNED UPLANDS WITHIN THE MAJORIE
HARRIS-CARR CROSS FLORIDA GREENWAY IN MARION COUNTY FOR ACTIVE AND
PASSIVE RECREATION PURPOSES.
7G. Procurement Services: 7G1. Request Approval and Execution of
Contract Amendment: 17C-132-CA-02, Fiber Optic Telecommunications
Services - City of Ocala (Budget Impact - Neutral; additional
expenditure of $3,110.40 as approved in FY 18/19 budget) The Board
accepted the following recommendation as presented by Procurement
Services Director Susan Olsen:
Description/Background: At its June 20, 2017 meeting, the Board
approved a contract with the City of Ocala for infrastructure and
fiber optic network improvements for 43 locations throughout the
County such as fire stations, libraries, and other facilities'
improvements and upgrades. During its February 6, 2018 meeting, the
Board approved the First Amendment adding Dunnellon Fire Station to
the schedule. At this time, IT presents the Second Amendment to add
a new high speed connection at the Maricamp Rd SE Transportation
Substation and long distance charges. New services under the Second
Contract Amendment (CA-02) increase the rate by $259.20 per month
for a revised total monthly expenditure of $26,217.48 for all
services. The contract amendment has been presented to, and
approved by, Assistant County Attorney, Russell Ward, and if
approved today, originals will be presented for signatures after
the meeting. Budget/Impact: Neutral; additional expenditure of
$3,110.40 per year. Recommended Action: Motion to approve Second
Contract Amendment with the City of Ocala as presented for
17C-132.
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7G2. Request Approval of Contract: 18P-202, Lightning Warning
System - Earth Networks, Inc., Germantown, MD (Budget Impact -
Neutral; expenditure of $61,000 as approved in FY 17/18 budget) The
Board accepted the following recommendation as presented by
Procurement Services Director Olsen:
Description/Background: On behalf of Marion County Parks and
Recreation (MCPR), Procurement advertised a Request for Proposal
(RFP) for a firm to propose a system to early-identify and monitor
lightning activity at four (4) of its sports complexes: Wrigley
Fields, Citra, Rotary Sportsplex, Ocala, Shocker Park, Ocala, and
Belleview Sportsplex, Belleview. Early lightning detection allows
MCPR Staff to mitigate danger to participants and spectators by
taking necessary and precautionary action. Only a single response
was received to the RFP from Earth Networks, Inc. The firm has
completed several Florida installations and is experienced with
this type of system and equipment, including parks throughout Lee
County and the City of Cape Coral, as well as Volusia County
beaches. Earth Networks, Inc will be responsible for all four (4)
locations' complete weather system installations, including outdoor
lightning alert horn and strobe system, and first year 24/7 system
monitoring. Starting with the second year, the annual monitoring
fee is $585 per park ($2,340 total). Attached for review is the
draft contract for consideration; upon approval, it will be sent to
the firm, and upon return and approval by the County Attorney, will
be presented for the Clerk and Chairman's signatures. Pending a BAR
presented by MCPR at today's meeting, sufficient funds exist to
cover the project's expenditure. Attached for review is the draft
contract for consideration; upon approval, it will be sent to the
firm and upon return and approval by the County Attorney, be
presented for the Clerk and Chairman's signatures. Budget/Impact:
Neutral; the project's purchase and installation shall not exceed
$61,000. Recommended Action: Motion to approve contract to Earth
Networks, Inc. for award of 18P-202, Lightning Protection
System.
7G3. Request Approval of Selection Committee Recommendation:
18P-218, Temporary Labor Services Provider - Blue Arbor, Inc., New
Bern, NC (Budget Impact - Neutral) The Board accepted the following
recommendation as presented by Procurement Services Director
Olsen:
Description/Background: County departments may require temporary
labor services to fill full-time employee positions for a variety
of reasons including staff extended illness or gaps between
position vacancies. Procurement issued an RFP to which nine (9)
firms responded. The Selection Committee comprised of Lacey
Larramore, Ken Stoldt, and Laura Cooper evaluated and ranked all
proposals; Blue Arbor, Inc. and CEI Staffing tied highest rank per
the tabulation below:
Firm Rank Blue Arbor, Inc. 1 (tie) COCHHBHA Enterprises, Inc.
dba CEI Staffing 1 (tie) Sunshine Enterprises, Inc. 3 Spherion
Staffing 4 Kelly Services, Inc. 5 Force 1 Global, Inc. 6
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CareersUSA, Inc. 7 (tie) AUE Staffing, Inc. 7 (tie) Precision
Staffing dba AP Recruiters & Associates 9
After review of the proposals, consideration of the positions
necessary under the contract, and the markup of the classification
rates, Human Resources Manager, Robyne Fraize recommends Blue Arbor
be recommended for award. Blue Arbor has a Gulf Breeze, Florida
branch and has served other Florida entities with excellent
references. The initial contract term will run through December 31,
2019, and carries four (4) additional and optional annual renewals,
pending mutual agreement. Attached for review is a copy of the
draft contract. Pending approval at today's meeting, it will be
sent to the agency for execution as written, and upon return, will
be forwarded for the County Attorney, Clerk, and Chairman's
signatures. Budget/Impact: Neutral; actual expense will be
dependent on each department's needs, with funding required to be
established in the appropriate account(s). Recommended Action:
Motion to approve recommendation and allow staff to issue, and upon
approval by Legal, authorize the Chairman to execute contracts with
Blue Arbor, Inc. to provide services under RFP 18P-218.
7G4. Request Approval of Fleet Vehicle/Equipment Purchases
(Budget Impact - Neutral; Expenditure not to exceed $2,997,750.85
as approved in FY 18/19 budget) The Board accepted the following
recommendation as presented by Procurement Services Director
Olsen:
Description/Background: In order to expedite and streamline the
acquisition process, Fleet Management requests approval for
vehicle/equipment purchases for various departments, as listed in
their respective approved FY 18/19 budgets, as identified in the
attached table. Fleet is achieving a $515,502.15 savings from the
total budgeted amount ($3,513,253) on the cost of these
vehicles/equipment by utilizing purchasing contracts.
Budget/Impact: Neutral; total expenditure shall not exceed
$2,997,750.85. Additional purchases exceeding the County
Administrator's purchasing threshold, or items that exceed the
projected expense, will be brought back for the Board's review and
approval. Recommended Action: Motion to approve and authorize staff
to issue purchase orders based on funding approved for vehicles and
equipment.
7G5. Request Approval of Piggyback Renewal and Execution of
Contract Amendment: 18PB-036-CA-01, Seminole County
RFP-602075-14/BJC Collection Services Agreement -Penn Credit
Corporation, Harrisburg, PA (Budget Impact - Neutral; Expenditure
is based on value of debt recovered) The Board accepted the
following recommendation as presented by Procurement Services
Director Olsen:
Description/Background: At its February 20, 2018 meeting, the
Board approved a piggyback opportunity with Seminole County for
debt collection services at a rate that was 0.5% lower than Marion
County's previous contract. With the agreement of Penn Credit
Corporation, Seminole County has elected to exercise the remaining
one (1) year renewal option that will extend their current contract
through October 21, 2019. The renewal document between Seminole
County and Penn Credit appears as Exhibit A with the attached First
Contract Amendment.
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The collection service is primarily used by the Utilities
Department, but is open for use by any department with the
exception of Fire-Rescue and the Library who have their own
contracts through other providers. The Utilities Department
provided a favorable review of the service being provided by Penn
Credit. All terms and conditions remain the same, with no up-front
fees. Penn Credit's recovery fee of 16% is invoiced monthly after
the debt is recovered and returned to the County. Attached for
review is a draft copy of the First Contract Amendment. Pending
approval at today's meeting, it will be forwarded to Penn Credit,
and upon return, and approval by Legal, will be forwarded to the
Clerk and Chairman for signatures. Budget/Impact: Neutral;
expenditure depends on the value of debt recovered. Recommended
Action: Motion to approve request for Piggyback of Seminole
County's Collection Services Renewal Agreement under
RFP-602075-14/BJC and execution of the First Contract Amendment
with Penn Credit.
7G6. Request Approval of Bid Award: 18B-222 MSTU Combined Court
Resurfacing Project - Sport Surfaces, LLC, West Palm Beach, FL
(Budget Impact - Neutral; Expenditure of $54,523 as approved in
FY18/19 budget) The Board accepted the following recommendation as
presented by Procurement Services Director Olsen:
Description/Background: On behalf of MSTU/Assessment,
Procurement advertised a bid for preparation and resurfacing of
tennis and basketball courts at three (3) separate MSTU recreation
facilities. The locations include Marion Oaks, Rainbow Lakes
Estates and Silver Springs Shores as shown in the attached maps.
The project was combined into one bid for economy of scale;
however, funding for the work will come out of each facility's
account. MSTU Director, Shawn Hubbuck recommends awarding to Sport
Surfaces based on the tabulation below:
CONTRACTOR NAME/CITY BID Advantage Courts, Orlando, FL*
$39,412.65 Sport Surfaces, West Palm Beach, FL $54,523.00 Nidy
Sports Construction, Longwood, FL $58,400.00
*Bid was non-responsive; did not meet project specifications
Budget/Impact: Neutral; project shall not exceed $54,523, the full
contract value of the low bidder. Up to ten percent (10%)
contingency may be added to the purchase order per the Procurement
Manual. Recommended Action: Motion to approve recommendation and
allow staff to issue contract, and upon approval by Legal,
authorize the Chairman to execute contract with Sport Surfaces,
LLC, the lowest responsive, responsible bidder for 18B-222.
7G7. Request Approval of Fifth Contract Amendment: 09P-028,
Armed and Unarmed Security Services - Giddens Security Corporation,
Jacksonville, FL (Budget Impact -Neutral; annual expenditure of
$721,000 as approved in FY 18/19 budget) The Board accepted the
following recommendation as presented by Procurement Services
Director Olsen:
Description/Background: On June 2, 2009, the Board approved a
contract with Giddens Security Corporation (GSC) for armed and
unarmed security services utilized at various departments
throughout the County. The largest users of this contract are the
Clerk of the Courts, Court Services and the Library. Other
departments use their services on a limited basis. On March 7,
2017, Facilities
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Management recommended and the Board approved a five (5) year
contract extension under the same terms and conditions as the last
renewal, based on the vendor's outstanding performance throughout
their contract term. Citing an increase in the cost of health
insurance for its employees, GSC has requested a Consumer Price
Index (CPI) rate increase of 3%. This increase would be effective
beginning October 1, 2018, adding $0.44 per hour to the current
hourly rate of $14.71 for Armed Security and $0.41 per hour to the
current hourly rate of $13.68 for both Unarmed Security and Armed
Money Courier, for a total increase in the amount of $21,000
annually. The request is supported by Facilities Management
Director, Jared Goodspeed. GSC has only requested one rate increase
since their contract began in 2009. Attached is a draft of the
contract amendment. Pending approval at today's meeting, it will be
forwarded to Giddens for execution, as written, and upon return,
will be processed for the County Attorney's, Clerk's and Chairman's
signatures. Budget/Impact: Neutral; expenditure of $721,000
annually. Recommended Action: Motion to approve rate increase and
allow staff to issue contract amendment and, upon approval by
Legal, authorize the Chairman to execute the Fifth Contract
Amendment with Giddens Security under RFP 09P-028.
7G8. Request Approval of Selection Committee Recommendation:
18P-148 Debris Management Operations - Debris Response Services
(First Push) - Hamlet Underground, LLC, Ocala, FL (Budget Impact -
None) The Board accepted the following recommendation as presented
by Procurement Services Director Olsen:
On behalf of the Office of the County Engineer, a Request for
Proposals (RFP) was advertised to contract with a firm to perform
First Push services in the event of a natural disaster; this firm
would be utilized to clear county roads within 70 hours of
call-out. Four (4) responses were received, evaluated and scored by
Selection Committee Members, Ken Stoldt, Mike Sims, and Jared
Peltz. Interviews were scheduled with all four (4) firms, however,
DRC Emergency Services failed to show at their appointed time.
Hamlet Underground, LLC ranked highest, as shown below.
FIRM — City, State SCORE RANK Hamlet Underground, LLC — Ocala,
FL 274 1 GWP Construction, Inc. — Ocala, FL 255 2 Crowder-Gulf —
Theodore, AL 207 3 DRC Emergency Services, LLC — Metaire, LA 0
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The term of this contract will run concurrent with the County's
other disaster contracts, also being presented for approval at
today's meeting, through September 30, 2023. Pending mutual
agreement and Board approval, a five (5) year renewal option may be
exercised. Attached for review is a draft contract; pending
approval at today's meeting, it will be sent to the contractor for
execution as written, and upon return, will be forwarded for the
County Attorney's, Clerk's, and Chairman's signatures.
Budget/Impact: None; approval of this item carries no immediate
budget impact; if/when services are required, actual costs will
vary depending on the type of disaster and extent of damage that
occurs in the County.
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Recommended Action: Motion to approve recommendation and allow
staff to issue contracts, and upon approval by Legal, authorize the
Chairman to execute contract with Hamlet Underground, LLC under RFP
18P-148.
7G9. Request Approval of Selection Committee Recommendation:
18P-150 Debris Management Operations - Debris Recovery Services —
Hamlet Underground, LLC, Ocala, FL (Budget Impact - None) The Board
accepted the following recommendation as presented by Procurement
Services Director Olsen:
Description/Background: On behalf of the Office of the County
Engineer, a Request for Proposals (RFP) was advertised to contract
with a qualified firm to handle debris removal from public
property, maintained rights-of-way, and non-maintained
rights-of-way within Marion County, when generated by disaster.
Seven (7) submittals were received and through proposal evaluations
and scoring, the Selection Committee members, Michael Savage, Mike
Sims, and Eric McKinnon ranked Hamlet Underground, LLC highest, as
shown below.
FIRM — City, State SCORE RANK Hamlet Underground, LLC — Ocala,
FL 665 1 Ceres Environmental Svcs, Inc. - Sarasota, FL 605 2 TFR
Enterprises, Inc. — Leander, TX 535 3 DRC Emergency Services, LLC —
Metairie, LA 510 4 D&J Enterprise, Inc. — Auburn, AL 510 5 KDF
Enterprises, LLC — Springville, AL 500 6 Omni Construction, Inc. —
PearlRiver, LA 420 7
The term of this contract will run concurrent with the County's
other disaster contracts, also being presented for approval at
today's meeting, through September 30, 2023. Pending mutual
agreement and Board approval, a five (5) year renewal option may be
exercised. Attached for review is a draft contract; pending
approval at today's meeting, it will be sent to the contractor for
execution as written, and upon return, will be forwarded for the
County Attorney's, Clerk's, and Chairman's signatures.
Budget/Impact: None; approval of this item carries no immediate
budget impact; if/when services are required, actual costs will
vary depending on the type of disaster and extent of damage that
occurs in the County. Recommended Action: Motion to approve
recommendation and allow staff to issue contracts, and upon
approval by Legal, authorize the Chairman to execute contract with
Hamlet Underground, LLC under RFP 18P-150.
7G10. Request Approval of Selection Committee Recommendation:
18P-149, Debris Management Operations - Debris Recovery Monitoring
Services - Tetra Tech - Maitland, FL (Budget Impact - None) (Ed.
Note: This matter was addressed earlier in the meeting.)
7H. Solid Waste: 7H1. Request Approval of a Resolution to
Transfer and Award a Franchise for the Collection, Transportation
and Disposal of Commercial and Residential Solid Waste in
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Marion County to Waste Connections of Florida, Inc. dba Good
Fella's Roll-off & Waste Disposal (Budget Impact - Neutral) The
Board accepted the following recommendation to adopt Resolution
18-R-415, as presented by Solid Waste Director Mike Sims:
Description/Background: Pursuant to Marion County Code
Sec.16-50, a franchise shall not be bought, sold, transferred,
assigned, or otherwise alienated, in whole or in part, without the
prior approval of the Board of County Commissioners. Waste
Connections of Florida, Inc., formerly known as Progressive Waste
Solutions of FL, Inc., acquired the assets of Good Fella's Roll-off
& Waste Disposal, Inc. (a Marion County approved Franchise) as
part of the acquisition of the A.C.M.S. Sumter County Landfill. The
application from Waste Connections of Florida, Inc. dba Good
Fella's Roll-off & Waste Disposal is in accordance with the
Marion County Code and staff has investigated and found the
applicant to be in compliance with the requirement of Sec.16 Solid
Wastes, Article I Solid Waste Management, Division 2 Franchises.
Budget/Impact: Neutral. Recommended Action: Motion to approve the
resolution for the purpose of transferring and awarding a
Commercial and Residential Collection Service Franchise to Waste
Connections of Florida, Inc. dba Good Fella's Roll-off &
Disposal.
Resolution 18-R-415 is entitled: A RESOLUTION TO TRANSFER A
FRANCHISE FOR THE COLLECTION, TRANSPORTATION AND DISPOSAL OF
COMMERCIAL AND RESIDENTIAL SOLID WASTE IN MARION COUNTY TO WASTE
CONNECTIONS OF FLORIDA, INC. dba GOOD FELLA'S ROLL-OFF & WASTE
DISPOSAL.
71. Transportation - County Engineer: 711. Request Approval of a
Resolution and Deed from Marion County to the City of Ocala
Conveying Two (2) Parcels of Land that Escheated to Marion County
Due to Delinquent Taxes, Pursuant to Florida Statute 197.592 (3)
(Budget Impact - None) The Board accepted the following
recommendation to adopt Resolution 18-R-416, as presented by County
Engineer Tracy Straub, Office of the County Engineer (OCE):
Description/Background: This is a request to approve a
Resolution and Deed from Marion County to the City of Ocala
conveying two (2) parcels of land that escheated to Marion County
due to delinquent taxes. The County has no current or future
statutory prescribed use for these parcels which are located within
the City of Ocala Municipality and the conveyance is in accordance
with the mandate outlined in Florida Statute 197.592 (3) which
states that the County shall convey to the governing board of the
municipality in which the land is located any lands acquired by the
County for delinquent taxes which have not been previously sold,
acquired for infill housing or dedicated by the Board of County
Commissioners. Budget Impact: None. Recommended Action: Motion to
approve the Resolution and Deed conveying two (2) parcels of land
that escheated to Marion County due to delinquent taxes and
authorize the Chair and Clerk to execute the same.
Resolution 18-R-416 is entitled:
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A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CONVEYANCE OF LANDS ACQUIRED BY
MARION COUNTY, A POLITICAL SUBDIVISION OF THE STATE OF FLORIDA, FOR
DELINQUENT TAXES TO THE CITY OF OCALA, A FLORIDA MUNICIPAL
CORPORATION
712. Request Approval for the Relocation Agreement Between
Sumter Electric Cooperative, Inc. and Marion County Associated with
the SW 49th Avenue, Phase 3 Road Improvement Project (Budget
Impact- Neutral; expenditure of $318,219.54 as approved in FY 18-19
budget) The Board accepted the following recommendation as
presented by County Engineer Straub, OCE:
Description/Background: This is a request for approval of a
Relocation Agreement and reimbursement to Sumter Electric
Cooperative, Inc. (SECO), associated with the relocation of utility
on SW 80th Street in conjunction with the SW 49th Avenue, Phase 3
Road Improvement project. The agreement and reimbursement are being
required since there is an existing transmission and distribution
utility easement that is affected by the widening of SW 80th
Street/SW 49th Avenue intersection. The SECO easement pre-existed
the existing roadway and new right-of-way and Marion County is
responsible to reimburse the cost affecting the existing
transmission and distribution utilities. Budget/Impact: 2nd Local
Option Fuel Tax - 109-4190-563101 - $318,219.54. Recommended
Action: Motion to approve the Relocation Agreement and
reimbursement to Sumter Electric Cooperative, Inc. for relocation
of existing transmission and distribution utilities and authorize
the Chair and Clerk to execute the same.
713. Request Approval of Indemnification Agreement for Stone
Creek by Del Webb Nottingham Phase 1 Subdivision #22347 (Budget
Impact - None) The Board accepted the following recommendation as
presented by County Engineer Straub, OCE:
Description/Background: With an Indemnification Agreement
approved by the Board, Land Development Code Section 2.18.4.E
allows for up to 10% of the total lots to be constructed in a
subdivision prior to recording the Final Plat. The County Attorney
has reviewed and approved the Indemnification Agreement request for
6 individual building permits. This subdivision is located in the
southwest portion of the County and contains 67 lots and 6 tracts
on 23.98 acres with 0.86 miles of private road. Budget/Impact:
None. Recommended Action: Motion to approve the attached
Indemnification Agreement and authorize the Chair and Clerk to
execute the same.
714. Request Approval of Indemnification Agreement for Stone
Creek by Del Webb Longleaf Replat No. 4 Subdivision #22346 (Budget
Impact - None) The Board accepted the following recommendation as
presented by County Engineer Straub, OCE:
Description/Background: With an Indemnification Agreement
approved by the Board, Land Development Code Section 2.18.4.E
allows for up to 10% of the total lots to be constructed in a
subdivision prior to recording the Final Plat. The County
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Attorney has reviewed and approved the Indemnification Agreement
request for 6 individual building permits. This subdivision is
located in the northwest portion of the County and contains 69 lots
and 4 tracts on 16.54 acres with 0.46 miles of private road.
Budget/Impact: None. Recommended Action: Motion to approve the
attached Indemnification Agreement and authorize the Chair and
Clerk to execute the same.
715. Request Approval of Improvement Agreement for Lake Diamond
North Subdivision #21867 (Budget Impact - None) The Board accepted
the following recommendation as presented by County Engineer
Straub, OCE:
Description/Background: The County Attorney has reviewed and
approved the Improvement Agreement with Surety Bond in the amount
of $66,180. This subdivision is located in the southeast portion of
the County and contains 463 lots on 231.47 acres with 4.54 miles of
private road. Budget/Impact: None. Recommended Action: Motion to
approve the attached Improvement Agreement and to authorize the
Chair and Clerk to execute the same.
8. COUNTY ATTORNEY: WALK-ON: Request Authorization to Schedule,
and Advertise if Necessary, a Public Hearing to Consider the Marion
County Sheriff's Office Petition for Abatement Regarding the Stage
Stop Motel County Attorney Minter presented the following
recommendation:
Description/Background: Pursuant to Florida Statues §893.138 and
Marion County Ordinance 91-11, the Marion County Sheriff's Office
is requesting the Board of County Commissioners, in their capacity
as the Drug Related Nuisance Abatement Board, schedule, and
advertise if necessary, a public hearing to consider a Petition for
Abatement regarding the Stage Stop Motel, located at 5131 E. Silver
Springs Boulevard, Silver Springs, Marion County, Florida. Copies
of correspondence received from the Sheriffs General Counsel, R.
Gregg Jerald, the Petition for Abatement and notarized Complaint
and Request for Prosecution to William "Billy" Woods, Marion County
Sheriff are attached. Budget Impact: None. Recommended Action:
Board motion to schedule, and advertise if necessary, a public
hearing to consider the Marion County Sheriffs Office Petition for
Abatement regarding the Stage Stop Motel.
A motion was made by Commissioner Stone, seconded by
Commissioner Moore; to consider the Walk-On Item. The motion was
unanimously approved by the Board (4-0). County Attorney Minter
addressed the request by Sheriff Woods, MCSO, to convene its Drug
Related Nuisance Abatement Board, noting the BCC will comprise the
Nuisance Abatement Board. The Sheriff provided the BCC with an
Affidavit from one of his deputies regarding this matter. The
Affidavit was reviewed by the Sheriff, who determined that there is
a prima fascie case; that there is a drug related nuisance
occurring in a local motel based on the number of drug related
incidents that have occurred at that location within a 60 day
period. The request is for the BCC to schedule a Nuisance Abatement
hearing and provide notice to the owner of that property to allow
them the opportunity to appear. Under
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Ordinance procedures, the Sheriffs Office will act as the
prosecutor for this hearing and present evidence to make the case
that this location is being operated as a public nuisance. The BCC
can take a range of actions if the property owner does not convince
the Board that the allegations are not well founded. He requested
the BCC schedule a public hearing in the future and provide the
owner at least 14 days' notice. Chairman Bryant referred to the
cover memo that lists a possible date of November 4, 2018, which is
a Sunday. She advised that the hearing would have to be on Tuesday,
November 6, 2018, which is a regularly scheduled BCC meeting. Mr.
Minter stated the Board may want to schedule the matter as a stand
alone item. Commissioner Zalak suggested the BCC schedule the
hearing for Tuesday, November 6, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. General
discussion ensued. Chairman Bryant opened the floor for public
comment. There being none, Chairman Bryant advised that public
comment is now closed. A motion was made by Commissioner Zalak,
seconded by Commissioner Stone, to schedule, and advertise if
necessary, a public hearing to consider MCSO's Petition for
Abatement regarding the Stage Stop Motel on Tuesday, November 6,
2018 at 2:00 p.m. The motion was unanimously approved by the Board
(4-0).
UPDATE: County Attorney Minter provided a brief update regarding
a lawsuit filed by Art Walker Construction Co., Inc. He advised
that a court hearing was held last week; wherein, the company
requested a temporary injunction to prohibit the BCC from awarding
contracts to the next lowest bidder. At the conclusion of the
hearing the judge did not award the temporary injunction; however,
the judge felt the need for additional information and set an
evidentiary hearing in November, 2018. Mr. Minter advised that the
parties are doing document discovery in the meantime, noting he
suggested at the hearing that the county would entertain mediation
of this matter prior to an evidentiary hearing. Mediation is a
non-binding procedure, but offers the parties the opportunity to
see if there is something that can be worked through and change the
current posture of the parties either way and resolve the dispute.
He stated staff is working to schedule a mediation hearing in the
next couple of weeks.
UPDATE: County Attorney Minter provided a brief update regarding
a lawsuit filed by AZ Ocala Ranch, LLC, noting staff has filed a
motion for Final Summary Judgment asking the court to rule in the
county's favor on all 4 counts in this case and to schedule a
hearing to address the matter. The property owner has the
opportunity to prepare a response to the motion, which is where the
case is at now.
9. COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR: 9A. Administrative Updates 9A1. Utility
Water Connections Update - Angel Roussel, PE, Public Works
Assistant County Administrator ACA Angel Roussel gave the Board a
brief update on Utility water connections since the workshop held
on Tuesday, September 11, 2018. Staff has met with a handful of
stakeholders, including the Marion County Builders Association and
Marion County Realtors Association. He advised staff has received
support from the Associations
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regarding availability fees; however, there was concern
expressed relating to the builders' fees. Both Associations
expressed support for some type of prepayment of utility's capital
charges, which staff is still exploring and will bring back to the
BCC for consideration. Upcoming meetings will be scheduled with the
Marion Oaks Homeowners Association, Silver Springs Shores
Homeowners Association, CEP, Silver Springs Alliance, Rainbow River
Coalition, etc., to try and answer as many questions as possible.
One of the concerns relating to builder fees or prepayment of
capital charges is that there is a 5 year limit to the waivers of
installing regular septic tanks in primary focus areas (PFAs). To
address this issue staff has scheduled a phone conference meeting
with DEP tomorrow afternoon. Mr. Roussel advised that the next step
is to ensure the department meets all advertisement requirements
for the Notice of Intention to Establish Availability Fees to be
held in December, 2018. Commissioner Moore commented on the
positive feedback from people he has spoken to regarding this
matter. Chairman Bryant addressed the importance of placing
information on the county's website making citizens aware of a DEP
program to help homeowners replace their septic system if they are
within the Springs Protection Zone (SPZ). She noted citizens may
call (1-866-601-6910) to receive additional information. In
response to Chairman Bryant, Public Relations (PR) Director Nick
Zoller, PR Office, advised that the County Administrator shared an
electronic mail (e-mail) from Commissioner Stone regarding a county
run program supported by Run for the Springs, which is an event to
raise funds used to assist citizens in maintaining or repairing
their septic systems who do not have the financial support to do it
themselves. He stated a news release is being put together for
those programs jointly. Mr. Bouyounes noted staff has been in
discussions with the Health Department, who is aware of this new
opportunity and will also promote the program. Chairman Bryant
requested staff also reach out to service providers, so they are
aware of the programs as well. Commissioner Zalak noted the Health
Department will have a list of all service providers.
9B. Request Approval of the Merit Increase Distribution for the
Three Percent Pay Adjustments Approved in the FY 18/19 Budget
County Administrator Bouyounes presented the following
recommendation:
Description/Background: The merit increase program that was
approved for the FY 17/18 was successfully implemented and was
based on performance evaluation. The continuation of this program
is greatly recommended and it is beneficial to both, employees and
management, as it allows managers and supervisors to recognize
their high performers and at the same time, it gives employees the
opportunity to be rewarded for their performance as applicable. At
the September 20, 2018 final public hearing, the Board approved the
proposed budget for FY 18/19 with a 3% pay adjustment. The
following distribution option is recommended for approval by the
board to be used for merit increase for the FY 18/19 pay
adjustments. This program would apply to all
Evaluation Score Merit Increase 3.00 — 3.89 3.90 — 4.39
2% 3%
4.40 — 4.79 4%
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5%4.80 — 5.00 Budget/Impact: None, the amount of the 3% is
included in the FY 18/19 budget. Recommended Action: Motion to
approve the above listed distribution option for the merit increase
pay adjustments.
Mr. Bouyounes commented on employee merit increases and the
recommended proposal to distribute those increases. Commissioner
Moore presented a 1 page handout containing several charts listing
different Options to distribute pay increases. He advised that the
top chart reflects the current/ existing table; the second chart
shows the proposed distribution as recommended by the County
Administrator; charts three and four are Options he is proposing;
and the last chart shows the impact to the General Fund budget.
Chairman Bryant expressed concern for the Board to knowingly go
into spending more dollars than it has budgeted. General discussion
ensued. Mr. Bouyounes stated if the Board stays with the existing
distribution table, there will be an impact to budget of $183,000
in FY 2019-20. General discussion resumed. A motion was made by
Commissioner Zalak, seconded by Commissioner Moore, to approve the
distribution Option for merit increase pay adjustments as
recommended by the County Administrator. The motion was unanimously
approved by the Board (4-0). Mr. Bouyounes expressed his
appreciation to the Board for its support over the past several
years, noting pay adjustments are being made to reward high
performing employees. Commissioner Zalak thanked Mr. Bouyounes for
recognizing Staff Assistants for all the work they do by bringing
up their pay. Mr. Bouyounes expressed his appreciation to employees
who perform their jobs on a daily basis.
9C. Request Approval to Accept Petitions from Property Owners
for Cedar Shores Industrial Park Road Improvement Project, Plat
Book U, Page 051 County Administrator Bouyounes presented the
following recommendation from MSTU Director Shawn Hubbuck:
Description/Background: Petitions were sent via certified return
receipt mail within Cedar Shores Industrial Park at the request of
the property owners. Those petitions were returned to the Clerk of
the Court Internal Audit Department which has provided the
following results of the petition count: Total Property Owners
Petitioned: 17 Total Owners Responding Timely: 10 Total Owners
Responding in Favor: 5 (50.0%) Total Owners Responding Not in
Favor: 4 (40.0%) Total Owners Responding Invalid: 1 (10.0%)
Percentage of Property Owners in Favor: 50.0% Budget/Impact: None;
all costs associated with this proposed road assessment will be
shared by the affected property owners within the property
boundary. Recommended Action: Motion to accept the petitions and
approve moving forward with the engineering design phase for the
Cedar Shores Industrial Park Road Improvement project.
Mr. Bouyounes commented on the petitions regarding the Cedar
Shores Industrial Park Road Improvement project and presented a 1
page handout entitled, "Cedar Shores
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Industrial Park Petition Results Map". It was noted that 17
petitions were mailed out, 10 were timely returned, with 5 voting
in favor, 4 opposing and 1 invalid (blank) petition. He clarified
that the blank petition was a legal entity representing the
property owner who advised that they would have voted no, which is
their standard answer if the assessment financially impacts the
property owner they are managing. Mr. Bouyounes advised that the
percentage of property owners in favor is 50%, not 51%; however,
the roads are in very bad condition. He referred to the handout,
noting the map shows the subdivision parcels and how those property
owners voted. In response to Commissioner Zalak, Mr. Bouyounes
advised that the request is for the Board to accept the petitions,
direct staff to proceed with the engineering and upon completion of
the engineering to schedule a public hearing. A motion was made by
Commissioner Zalak, seconded by Commissioner Moore, to accept the
petitions and approve moving forward with the engineering design
phase for the Cedar Shores Industrial Park Road Improvement project
and then schedule a public hearing. The motion was unanimously
approved by the Board (4-0).
10. COMMITTEE ITEMS: 10A. Rainbow Lakes Estates MSD Advisory
Committee - Request Appointment of One Member for a Full Term
Executive Assistant Nadja M. Griffis, Commission Office, presented
the following recommendation:
Description/Background: The Rainbow Lakes Estates MSD Advisory
Board currently has one vacancy for their Levy County member. This
member must be a Rainbow Lakes Estates Levy County resident. There
has been one application received.
— Vance Dale McMahon, process design consultant — Bank of
America Budget/Impact: None. Recommended Action: Motion to appoint
Mr. McMahon to the Rainbow Lakes Estates MSD as the Levy County
representative for a full term expiring October 2022.
Clerk Ellspermann advised that the applicant received the
appropriate votes. A motion was made by Commissioner Moore,
seconded by Commissioner Zalak, to appoint Vance Dale McMahon as a
member of the Rainbow Lakes Estates Municipal Service District (RLE
MSD). The motion was unanimously approved by the Board (4-0).
10B. Public Safety Coordinating Council - Request Ratification
of Advisory Council Members and Appointment of a Staff Liaison
Executive Assistant Griffis, Commission Office, presented the
following recommendation:
Description/Background: In accordance with Sec. 951.26 F.S. and
Marion County Resolution 01-R-64 (both attached for reference), the
Board of County Commissioners is required to establish a county
public safety coordinating council. The membership shall consist
of:
• the state attorney or an assistant state attorney so
designated by the state attorney,
• the public defender or an assistant public defender so
designated by the public defender,
• the chief circuit judge or another circuit judge so
designated, the chief county judge or another county judge so
designated,
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• the chief correctional officer, • the sheriff or a member so
designated by the sheriff if the sheriff is not the
chief correctional officer, • the state probation circuit
administrator or a member designated, • the chairperson of the
board of county commissioners or another
commissioner so designated, • the director of any county
prob6tion or pretrial intervention program, • the director of a
local substance abuse treatment program, or a member
designated by the director, and • representatives from county
and state jobs programs and other community
groups who work with offenders and victims, appointed by the
chairperson of the board of county commissioners.
Budget/Impact: None. Recommended Action: Motion to ratify the
appointments to the Public Safety Coordinating Council and appoint
a staff liaison.
A motion was made by Commissioner Zalak, seconded by
Commissioner Stone, to ratify appointments to the Public Safety
Coordinating Council. The motion was unanimously approved by the
Board (4-0).
10C. Tourist Development Council - Request Ratification of
Appointment of Mayor Dale Burns by the City of Dunnellon Executive
Assistant Griffis, Commission Office, presented the following
recommendation:
Description/Background: The City of Dunnellon has appointed
Mayor Dale Burns as their representative on the Tourist Development
Council (TDC) in replacement of Mayor Walter Green who has
resigned. This appointment was made at the September 10, 2018 City
of Dunnellon council meeting. Budget/Impact: None. Recommended
Action: Motion to ratify appointment of Mayor Burns to the Tourist
Development Council.
A motion was made by Commissioner Zalak, seconded by
Commissioner Moore, to ratify appointment of Mayor Burns to the
Tourist Development Council (TDC). The motion was unanimously
approved by the Board (4-0).
11. NOTATION FOR ACTION: 11A. Request Approval and Adoption of a
Resolution to Declare a Public Hearing Date for Consideration of a
Road Closure Petition Associated with Rolling Acres Subdivision on
Tuesday, November 20, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. or as Soon Thereafter as
Possible The Board considered the following recommendation from
County Engineer Straub, OCE:
Description/Background: This is a request for Board adoption and
execution of a resolution declaring that a Public Hearing be held
to consider a petition presented by Jeff Faulkner to close and
abandon that certain portion of Rambler Road lying west of and
adjacent to Block 'A', Lot 16 of Rolling Acres Subdivision, Plat
Book `G', Page 26 and renounce and disclaim any right of the County
and the Public. Budget Impact: Revenue of $500 - Transportation -
Road Closing - 105000-34190012. Recommended Action: Motion to
approve and adopt the resolution declaring a Public Hearing date to
consider closing that certain portion of Rambler Road lying
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west of and adjacent to Block 'A', Lot 16 of Rolling Acres
Subdivision, Plat Book `G', Page 26 on November 20, 2018 at 2:00
p.m., or as soon thereafter as possible, and to authorize the Chair
and Clerk to execute the same.
A motion was made by Commissioner Zalak, seconded by
Commissioner Stone, to adopt Resolution 18-R-417 scheduling and
advertising a public hearing on Tuesday, November 20, 2018, at 2:00
p.m., or as soon thereafter as possible, to consider closing that
certain portion of Rambler Road lying west of and adjacent to Block
'A', Lot 16 of Rolling Acres Subdivision, Plat Book `G', Page 26.
The motion was unanimously approved by the Board (4-0). Resolution
18-R-417 is entitled:
RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF MARION
COUNTY, FLORIDA, TO DECLARE A PUBLIC HEARING DATE & TIME FOR
CONSIDERATION OF CLOSING AND ABANDONMENT OF ROAD(S).
11B. Request Approval of Resolution Authorizing a Joint Meeting
with the Alachua County Commission to Discuss and Plan Matters of
Mutual Interest and to Schedule the Meeting on Monday, January 7,
2019 at 10:00 a.m. in the Extension Auditorium North Hall The Board
considered the following recommendation from County Administrator
Bouyounes:
Description/Background: In the attached letter dated July 23,
2018, Michele Lieberman, Alachua County Manager, relayed the
Alachua County Commission's request to schedule a joint meeting
with the Marion County Commission to discuss and plan matters of
mutual interest. Following receipt of this request and upon
receiving Board direction in August to proceed with scheduling this
meeting, Administrator Bouyounes replied to Alachua County
accepting the invitation to meet. Staff from both counties have
been coordinating the details and since Alachua will have a new
commissioner elected in November, they have asked for this meeting
to be scheduled in January. State statute requires the adoption of
a resolution by both counties for the proposed meeting to take
place. Therefore, the County Attorney's Office has prepared the
attached resolution for approval to authorize the joint meeting. In
addition to approving the resolution, the board is requested to
schedule the meeting on Monday, January 7, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. in
the Extension Auditorium North Hall. Staff is also requesting
commission input on items to be included on the agenda for
discussion. Budget/Impact: None. Recommended Action: Motion to
approve the attached resolution authorizing a joint meeting with
the Alachua County Commission to discuss and plan matters of mutual
interest and to schedule this meeting on Monday, January 7, 2019 at
10:00 a.m. in the Extension Auditorium North Hall.
A motion was made by Commissioner Zalak, seconded by
Commissioner Stone, to adopt Resolution 18-R-418 authorizing a
joint meeting with the Alachua County Commission to discuss and
plan matters of mutual interest on Monday, January 7, 2019, at
10:00 a.m. in the Extension Auditorium North Hall. The motion was
unanimously approved by the Board (4-0). Resolution 18-R-418 is
entitled:
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A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF MARION
COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE MARION COUNTY COMMISSION TO
PARTICIPATE IN A JOINT MEETING WITH THE ALACHUA COUNTY COMMISSION
TO DISCUSS AND PLAN MATTERS OF MUTUAL INTEREST; AND PROVIDING FOR
AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Mr. Bouyounes requested Commissioners let him know if they have
any Items they would like to have placed on the Agenda.
Commissioner Zalak out at 11:11 a.m.
12. COMMISSIONER ITEMS: 12A. Commission Comments Commissioner
Moore advised that his appointee to the Fire Rescue Advisory Board,
Todd Clifford, has moved out of county and would like staff to send
the appropriate letter thanking him for his service. He stated he
would like to appoint Daniel Kauffman as his replacement. A motion
was made by Commissioner Stone, seconded by Commissioner Moore, to
appoint Daniel Kauffman as a member of the Fire Rescue Advisory
Board. The motion was unanimously approved by the Board (3-0).
Commissioner Zalak returned at 11:13 a.m. Commissioner Moore
thanked employees and first responders for their service to the
citizens of Marion County.
Commissioner Zalak addressed budget savings from the purchase of
county vehicles, noting some of that will go back to their
respective Enterprise Funds and questioned if the rest will go into
Reserve Funds. Mr. Bouyounes advised that most of the savings will
go back to Enterprise Funds; however, approximately $22,000 will go
into the General Fund.
Commissioner Stone addressed Amendment 1, which will be placed
on the November 6, 2018 General Election ballot and encouraged
citizens to review the Amendment. She commented on another county,
which has a link on their Property Appraiser's website that shows
how Amendment 1 would impact them. Commissioner Stone noted only
24% of Florida homeowners will see an impact. She advised that if
Amendment 1passes, revenues in Marion County will be impacted by
over $7,000,000. Chairman Bryant noted over $3.5 million will be
lost in the MSTU for Law Enforcement budget. Commissioner Stone
advised of a free smoke alarm program being offered by the American
Red Cross, noting citizens can contact them at (352) 376-4669 to
make an appointment to have the smoke alarms installed in their
homes. Commissioner Stone noted October 2018 is Breast Cancer
Awareness Month and encouraged women to perform their monthly
checks. Commissioner Stone introduced Dillan Panzer who is a Senior
at Meadowbrook Academy and is observing today's meeting as part of
his US Government course. Commissioner Stone commented on
discussions held at recent Florida Association of Counties (FAC)
meetings and workshops. She commended MCSO for diligently working
on its Drug Take Back Program, noting many other counties have
discussed this matter, but have not come together as a community to
move forward and address the issue. Commissioner Stone encouraged
all pet owners to spay/neuter their pets.
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Chairman Bryant reminded everyone that October is Adopt a
Shelter Dog Month and noted for an adoption fee of $10, citizens
can adopt a dog that has been spayed/neutered, micro-chipped and
rabies vaccinated. Chairman Bryant addressed the county's
legislative priorities for the upcoming legislative session and
questioned whether a workshop should be sc