BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS. February 28, 2012

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1 BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS February 28, 2012 A regular meeting was held at the Murdock Administration Complex in Room 119, Port Charlotte, Florida. Members present were: Chairman Constance, Commissioner Deutsch, Commissioner Duffy, Commissioner Skidmore, Commissioner Starr, County Administrator Sandrock, County Attorney Knowlton, Chief Deputy, Board Services White, Executive Assistant Dillon, and Deputy Clerk Carleton. The following members were absent: None The meeting was called to order at 9:00 A.M. Invocation was given by Father Jim Cogan, St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. Changes to the Agenda: Addition #1: Requested by: Public Works - Z-7 - RECOMMENDED ACTION: Authorize the Chairman to execute an agreement with PepsiCo and Waste Management, Inc. to place five "Dream Machine" recycling kiosks at various locations throughout the County. The term of the agreement shall be for one year renewable annually. Change #1: Requested by: Commission Office - G-1 - Moved to Regular Agenda Z-6. Change #2: Requested by: Purchasing - F-4 - Backup material, page 12 of the tab sheet, typographical error in cell indicated by blue background: Grand Total - Group 4 Group 3 - South Commissioner Skidmore indicated he had submitted a change memo related to his receipt of a new Peace River/Manasota Regional Water Supply Authority draft Agenda and requested adding it to the Agenda in two weeks. COMMISSIONER STARR MOVED TO APPROVE THE CHANGES TO THE AGENDA, SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER DUFFY COMMISSIONER STARR MOVED TO HAVE THE PEACE RIVER/MANASOTA REGIONAL WATER SUPPLY AUTHORITY CRITIQUE ADDED TO THE REGULAR BOARD MEETING AGENDA OF MARCH 13, 2012, SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER DUFFY Proclamations - Commissioner Robert Skidmore 100th Anniversary of Hadassah Proclamation, March 4, 2012

2 COMMISSIONER STARR MOVED TO PROCLAIM MARCH 4, 2012 AS THE 100TH ANNIVERSARY OF HADASSAH, SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER DEUTSCH The Proclamation was accepted by Odette Port, President of the Port Charlotte Chapter Senior Games Weeks Proclamation, February 25, 2012 through March 18, 2012 COMMISSIONER DEUTSCH MOVED TO PROCLAIM FEBRUARY 25, 2012 THROUGH MARCH 18, 2012 AS SENIOR GAMES WEEKS, SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER STARR The Proclamation was accepted by John Jackson and Brittany Rainey with recognition given to Commissioner Deutsch. Sun Safety Day with Moffitt Cancer Center Proclamation, March 4, 2012 COMMISSIONER STARR MOVED TO PROCLAIM MARCH 4, 2012 AS SUN SAFETY DAY WITH MOFFITT CANCER CENTER, SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER DEUTSCH The Proclamation was accepted by John DeMuro and Tom Cappiello. Poppy Day Proclamation, March 10, 2012 COMMISSIONER STARR MOVED TO PROCLAIM MARCH 10, 2012 AS POPPY DAY, SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER DEUTSCH The Proclamation was accepted by Barbara Carr, Poppy Chairman, Port Charlotte American Legion Post Ladies Auxiliary. Employee Recognition - County Administrator Raymond J. Sandrock Employee of the Month of January, Mark Smith of Public Works Bob Halfhill presented the award to Mr. Smith and highlighted his accomplishments. I. CITIZEN INPUT - Agenda Items Only Commissioner Duffy clarified issues that people from Team Port Charlotte and Parkside were present to speak on. Chairman Constance explained Agenda Item Z-6 and the Public Hearing item for the benefit of the citizens.

3 Carol Dunekirchen, Paul Versnik on behalf of Community Health Living Initiative (CHLI), Don Gasgarth, Don McCormick, Susan Swanson, Tom Rice, Jim Kelly, Dennis Mitrano on behalf of Parkside Business Association, and Nick Kulka spoke in support of Agenda Item Z-6 Parkside. Grace Amodeo spoke to Agenda Item Z-6 Parkside and expressed concern with the lack of funding for Charlotte Harbor. Julie Mathis spoke on behalf of the Charlotte County Chamber of Commerce in support of Agenda Item Z-6 Placida Road and Parkside. Joanne Mulvaney spoke in support of Agenda Item Z-6 Parkside and requested the County be frugal with the funds. Tess Canja spoke in support of Agenda Item Z-6 Parkside, thanked Commissioner Starr for his support, and noted the increase in population in the County. Commissioner Duffy noted the passing away of Team Port Charlotte Member, Sharon Kozenko, and acknowledged her efforts. Bob Melvin, Holly Haynes, and David Haynes on behalf of the Little Gasparilla Island Property Owners Association, spoke in support of Agenda Item Z-6 Placida Road and commented on safety issues. Penny Rieley spoke to Agenda Item Z-6 Placida Road and voiced opposition to paved shoulders and the addition of street lighting. Susan Butler spoke to Agenda Item Z-6 Placida Road, suggested minimizing or eliminating proposed lighting, and requested extending the multi-use path from Cape Haze Drive to the Pioneer Trail at the Causeway. Jay Cullivan spoke to Agenda Item Z-6 Placida Road and requested the Board consider the extension of the bike path from Cape Haze Drive to the Pioneer Trail. Jim Wade and Andy Dodd spoke in support of Agenda Item Z-6 Placida Road. Richard Flint spoke to Agenda Item Z-6 Placida Road and distributed a letter to the Board. Bill Dahms spoke to Agenda Item Z-6 Placida Road, requested the extension of the bike path to the Boca Grande Causeway, and questioned the necessity of the lighting. Ross Witschonke spoke in support Agenda Item Z-6 Placida Road without adding four foot shoulders and spoke in opposition to street lighting. Gail McGuane spoke to Agenda Item Z-6 related to Placida Road safety improvements. Michael Casper spoke to Agenda Item Z-6 Placida Road and voiced opposition to lighting.

4 Percy Angelo spoke in opposition to Agenda Item Z-6 Placida Road and distributed copies of 2008 document to the Board. Sheriff Bill Cameron spoke in support of Agenda Item Z-6 Placida Road safety improvements. Ed Wotitzky, Douglas Wallace, Wayne Largent, and John Almoslino spoke in opposition to Agenda Item Z-4. Jim McArdle spoke in opposition to Agenda Item Z-4 and submitted posters to the Board. Sharon Neuhofer and Andy Dodd spoke in support of Agenda Item Z-1. John Peszko spoke in support of his re-appointment for Agenda Item Z-5. Hank Killion, Glynn Perkins, George Krabbe, John Carroll, Scott Schermerhorn, and George Burger spoke to Agenda Item Z-5 in support of John Peszko. Peter Watson spoke in support of his appointment for Agenda Item Z-5. Bob Reichert spoke in support of Agenda Item Z-6 Burnt Store Road Ph.2. Tina Bernd-Cohen spoke to Agenda Item Z-4 and requested re-negotiation of the contract. RECESS: 10:45 AM to 11:00 AM II. COMMITTEE VACANCIES Charlotte County is seeking volunteers to serve on the following Committees: Edgewater North Waterway Unit Advisory Committee - is seeking one volunteer who must be a resident of Charlotte County and reside within the Unit. Terms: one alternate member to serve a two-year term from date of appointment. Submit application/resume to Public Works Department, 7000 Florida Street, Punta Gorda, FL 33950; call or Dawn.Harrison@charlottefl.com. Tourist Development Council - is seeking one member to serve on the Council. The applicant shall be an owner or operator of motels, hotels, recreational vehicle parks or other tourist accommodations located in the county and subject to the tax levied. Must be a resident of Charlotte County. Committee meets every other month at 8:00 a.m. in Murdock. III. REPORTS RECEIVED AND FILED VI. PUBLIC HEARING AGENDA - 10:00 A.M. (1) County Attorney - RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve an Ordinance amending the County s parks and recreational facilities code to restrict the consumption of alcohol in certain County parks and facilities.

5 Attorney Knowlton presented the item, gave detail related to associated parks, and responded to Board inquiries. Commissioner Skidmore expressed concerns. John Jackson addressed further questions. Commissioner Starr spoke in support. Board discussion ensued. Rick Vassallo spoke in opposition to the proposed Ordinance. Bill Dryburgh, Grace Amodeo, Susan Swanson, Charlotte Ventola, Mike Brown, Joanne Mulvaney, Sheriff Cameron on behalf of the Sheriff s Department and Steve Russell, and Joe Sanders spoke in support of the proposed Ordinance. Mike Hamilton expressed concern with safety and civil rights issues in the parks, spoke in support of the proposed Ordinance, and commended the Sheriff s Department. Commissioner Deutsch commended the efforts of the Charlotte Harbor CRA and gave related detail. Howard Shaw spoke in support of the proposed Ordinance and suggested possible solutions. COMMISSIONER STARR MOVED TO CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING, SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER DEUTSCH COMMISSIONER STARR MOVED TO APPROVE ORDINANCE , SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER DEUTSCH Commissioner Skidmore and Commissioner Duffy responded to citizen comments. Board discussion ensued. Commissioner Deutsch spoke in support. VII. PRESENTATION AGENDA - 10:00 A.M. (1) Commission Office - RECOMMENDED ACTION: Presentation by Bob [Fig] Newton from the Association of Realtors and Bill Dryburgh regarding efforts to purchase a 30 foot artificial pre-lit Christmas tree to be put somewhere in the County at the discretion of the Commissioners. Bob "Fig" Newton and Bill Dryburgh gave a presentation on the proposed purchase of an artificial Christmas tree, paralleled visual slides, and responded to inquiries. The Commissioners thanked Mr. Newton and Mr. Dryburgh for their efforts. (Consensus for staff to bring a proposal forward.) VIII. PUBLIC WORKSHOP AGENDA - No Items IX. BOARD WORKSHOP AGENDA - No Items. IV. CONSENT AGENDA

6 COMMISSIONER SKIDMORE MOVED TO APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA EXCEPT AGENDA ITEMS F-2 AND G-2, SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER STARR Clerk of the Circuit Court A. Finance Division (1) RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve the Clerk's Memorandum. BUDGETED ACTION: No action required. Memorandum #2 - Total Disbursements for the Period February 2, 2012 through February 15, 2012 in the amount of $5,037, B. Minutes Division (1) RECOMMENDED ACTION: January 10, :00 A.M. BCC Regular Meeting January 17, :00 P.M. Strategic Planning WS January 23, :00 A.M. BCC Pre-Agenda Meeting BUDGETED ACTION: No action required. Board of County Commissioners C. Commission Office (1) RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve the appointment of James P. Goulette as an alternate member to the Manchester Waterway Benefit Unit Advisory Committee for a two year term from date of appointment. BUDGETED ACTION: No action required. (2) RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve appointment of Margaret R. Scott to the Harbour Heights Street & Drainage MSBU Advisory Committee as a regular member to serve a three-year term from date of appointment. BUDGETED ACTION: No action required. (3) RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve appointment of Patrick C. Randall to the Manchester Waterway MSBU Advisory Committee as a regular member to serve a three year term from date of appointment. BUDGETED ACTION: No action required. (4) RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve the appointment of Richard Symon as an alternate member to the Burnt Store Village Street & Drainage Unit MSBU Advisory Committee for a two year term from date of appointment. BUDGETED ACTION: No action required. (5) RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve the re-appointment of Richard M. Morrison as a regular member to the Boca Grande Street & Drainage Unit Advisory Committee for a three year term from date of appointment. BUDGETED ACTION: No action required.

7 (6) RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve the re-appointment of Kenneth R. Wangler as a Vice Chair member to the Harbour Heights Waterway Unit MSBU Advisory Committee for a three year term from date of appointment. BUDGETED ACTION: No action required. Board of County Commissioners (7) RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve the appointment of William J. Dahms as a regular member to the Placida Area Street & Drainage Unit MSBU Advisory Committee for a three year term from date of appointment. BUDGETED ACTION: No action required. (8) RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve the re-appointment of Shirlou Fisher as a regular member to the Tropical Gulf Acres Street & Drainage Unit MSBU Advisory Committee for a three year term from date of appointment. BUDGETED ACTION: No action required. (9) RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve the re-appointment of Patricia L. Samuels as a regular member to the Grove City Street and Drainage Unit Advisory Committee for a three year term from date of appointment. BUDGETED ACTION: No action required. D. Administration Administration - No Items. Public Information Office - No Items. E. County Attorney - No Items. F. Budget and Administrative Services Budget and Administrative Services (1) RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve attached budget transfers and amendments to adjust carryover balances for various account lines for the FY11/12 budget. BUDGETED ACTION: The attached budget transfers and amendments are to "carry over" prior year unspent budget amounts that relate to Capital Projects, grants, or purchases of capital equipment. The amounts were anticipated to be spent in the prior year but for various reasons were not, usually they were timing issues. The typical example is with a major capital project such as the construction of a building, park, or roadway where it is necessary to "carry over" these unspent budgeted amounts in order to have the proper total budget to complete a project. These are not new budget items. Funds for these transfers and amendments are in various budgets. Fiscal Services - No Items. Information Technology - No Items. Purchasing

8 (2) RECOMMENDED ACTION: a) Approve award of File #12-167, Work Order #9, Contract , Engineers of Record, Regulatory Compliance Services - Wastewater with Stantec Consulting Services of Sarasota, FL for a not- exceed amount of $113,640; and b) Approve award of File #12-168, Work Order #10, Contract , Engineers of Record, Regulatory Compliance Services - Water with Stantec Consulting Services of Sarasota, FL for a not-exceed amount of $109,520. BUDGETED ACTION: No Action Needed. Funding for these expenditures come from CCU O & M Fund - Contract Services. Commissioner Skidmore explained he pulled the item to highlight the cost savings and commended staff. COMMISSIONER SKIDMORE MOVED TO APPROVE AGENDA ITEM F-2, SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER DEUTSCH (3) RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve deletion of the property inventory items listed on the attached for the month of February, BUDGETED ACTION: None (4) RECOMMENDED ACTION: a) Award Bid #12-039, Grounds Maintenance-Annual Contract to Daniel Casey d/b/a Veterans Lawn Service of Port Charlotte, FL, Group 2 at $19,175; Group 3 at $31,625 and Group 4 at $133,280; Award to Walkers Service Inc. of Bradenton, FL, Group 1 at $43,900; as the lowest responsive, responsible bidders per Group (per the attached pricing/tabulation) for the term from date of award up to and including December 31, 2012; and b) Authorize County Administrator to approve two (2) additional one-year terms at the same prices, terms, and conditions, by mutual consent. This project is to secure the services of a Contractor to care for and maintain the grounds of multiple County locations at a level acceptable to the County. BUDGETED ACTION: No action needed. This item is budgeted in various departments. This item is budgeted in various departments. Real Estate Services - No Items. G. Community Development (2) RECOMMENDED ACTION: Set a Public Hearing for March 13, 2012 at 10:00 a.m., or as soon thereafter as may be heard, to consider approving changes to Section (Wind Speed Line Establishment) of the Charlotte County Code pertaining to required changes for design wind speeds. BUDGETED ACTION: None Commissioner Starr explained why he pulled the item, questioned the impact and cost, requested more information, suggested the Building Department research its effects, and expressed concern with there being no date certain. Commissioner Skidmore addressed related concerns. Board discussion ensued. Assistant County Attorney Kira Honse responded to Board inquiries. COMMISSIONER DUFFY MOVED TO APPROVE AGENDA ITEM G-2, SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER SKIDMORE MOTION CARRIED 3:2. COMMISSIONER DEUTSCH, COMMISSIONER STARR OPPOSING.

9 (3) RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve release of Surety Bond # issued by Bank of America in the amount of $659, to Landings at Coral Creek, LLC, provided to Charlotte County to insure the infrastructure of Landings at Coral Creek subdivision (Petition #FP ), according to Developer's Agreement # , dated October 10, 2006, and amended for the fourth time on June 28, BUDGETED ACTION: No action needed. (4) RECOMMENDED ACTION: Set date for 9th Annual Joint Workshop to Coordinate Land Use and School Planning for Monday, April 30, 2012, at 2:00 p.m. BUDGETED ACTION: No action needed. (5) RECOMMENDED ACTION: Request the Board approve a Resolution releasing a road maintenance bond posted by the surety SureTec Insurance Co. on behalf of Vizcaya Lakes Communities, LLC, in the amount of $10, BUDGETED ACTION: No action needed. (Resolution ) (6) RECOMMENDED ACTION: Set a Public Hearing for March 13, 2012, at 10:00 a.m., for Petition #SVAR , a Subdivision Variance for Gary and Roxana Sloan. BUDGETED ACTION: None H. Community Services Parks and Natural Resources (1) RECOMMENDED ACTION: Authorize the Chairman to sign the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission contract for the grant awarded for the Section 6 Cooperative Endangered Species Conservation Fund titled "Development of a Habitat Conservation Plan for Charlotte County, Florida Phase II - Economic Analysis to Determine Funding Alternatives." BUDGETED ACTION: No Action Needed - Amount budgeted in project g (Grant ) Recreation - No Items. Libraries and Historical - No Items. J. Economic Development - No Items. K. Facilities Construction and Maintenance - No Items. L. Human Resources - No Items. M. Human Services - No Items. N. Public Safety - No Items. P. Public Works - No Items. Q. Tourism Development - No Items. R. Utilities - No Items. S. Other Agencies - No Items.

10 V. REGULAR AGENDA Z. Regular Agenda (5) Commission Office - RECOMMENDED ACTION: Appoint by ballot one regular member to the Rotonda West Street & Drainage Advisory Committee for a three-year term from the date of appointment. Commissioner Skidmore commended John Peszko for his efforts and spoke in support. Mr. Sandrock read the votes into the record: Three (3) votes for Peter Watson; Two (2) votes for John Peszko. COMMISSIONER STARR MOVED TO APPROVE PETER WATSON TO SERVE ON THE ROTONDA WEST STREET & DRAINAGE ADVISORY COMMITTEE FOR A THREE-YEAR TERM, SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER DEUTSCH Commissioner Skidmore expressed concern with the results of the vote. MOTION CARRIED 3:2. COMMISSIONER DUFFY, COMMISSIONER SKIDMORE OPPOSING. (1) Community Services - RECOMMENDED ACTION: County staff along with our team of consultants will be presenting to the BCC the results of the population viability analysis and the current status of the Habitat Conservation Plan (HCP) process as it related to impacts to the Florida Scrub-Jay. Andy Stevens introduced Dr. Reed Bowman. Dr. Bowman provided an update on the Habitat Conservation Plan, paralleled visual slides, and responded to Board inquiries. Chairman Constance suggested setting up a hatchery. Commissioner Duffy commented on the hardships suffered by citizens and gave her understanding of the reasons for acquiring mitigation property for the County. Craig Aubrey, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, and Mr. Stevens addressed further questions. Board discussion ensued. Commissioner Deutsch expressed concerns with related issues. (2) Administration - RECOMMENDED ACTION: Presentation from SMG to update the Board of County Commissioners on the status of the operations at the Charlotte Harbor Event & Conference Center. Assistant County Administrator Kelly Shoemaker gave a brief introduction and indicated staff would be requesting a budget revision at a later date. Gregg Caren and Jim Finch of SMG provided an update on the status of operations for the Charlotte Harbor Event & Conference Center and paralleled visual slides. Commissioner Skidmore and Chairman Constance thanked Mr. Caren and Mr. Finch for their efforts. (4) Attorney s Office - RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve the Settlement Agreement and Release with SMH Group, LLC regarding the Bert Harris Jr. Act claim against Charlotte County. Attorney Knowlton indicated the item was tabled from the previous meeting, provided an update and description, and recommended approval. Assistant County Attorney Derek Rooney and Attorney Knowlton responded to inquiries. Attorney Ed Wotitzky spoke on behalf of neighboring property owners. Commissioner Skidmore questioned hardships and expressed concerns.

11 COMMISSIONER DUFFY MOVED TO APPROVE AGREEMENT , SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER STARR MOTION CARRIED 4:1. COMMISSIONER SKIDMORE OPPOSING. RECESS: 1:30 PM to 1:40 PM (6) RECOMMENDED ACTION: a) Approve CIP Amendment 12-C01 to set up the Parkside projects to be funded from a loan from the capital projects fund of $9,000,000; b) Approve CIP Amendment 12-C02 in the amount of $4,680,000 for Burnt Store Road Phase 2; c) Approve CIP amendment 12-C03 in the amount of $3,294,000 for Placida Road; and d) Approve Budget Transfer and Budget Amendment 12-A19 to put budget in the proper lines for the loan to Parkside. BUDGETED ACTION: Approval of the above transfers and amendments will align the budgets and CIP projects to begin Parkside improvements, begin Burnt Store Phase 2, and make safety improvements to Placida Road. Jim Fendrick presented the staff proposal from the January Workshop, paralleled visual slides, and responded to inquiries. COMMISSIONER SKIDMORE MOVED TO APPROVE CIP AMENDMENT 12-C01, SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER DEUTSCH Commissioner Starr addressed citizen comments and explained details related to Parkside. Commissioner Deutsch suggested approving Harbor Boulevard and the Elkcam Multi-use Path and modifying other projects. Chairman Constance gave related detail and opined the walking bridges should be funded first. Commissioner Duffy talked about the events of the Planning Workshops and spoke in support of the Plan as presented. Board discussion ensued. COMMISSIONER DEUTSCH AMENDED COMMISSIONER SKIDMORE S PREVIOUS MOTION AND MOVED TO ALLOCATE $9 MILLION TO THE PARKSIDE PROJECT AND TO ONLY APPROPRIATE FUNDS FOR HARBOR BOULEVARD AND THE ELKCAM MULTI-USE PATH, SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER STARR Board comments continued. Commissioner Deutsch explained why he amended the Motion and its importance. Chairman Constance confirmed the Motion would be for the Elkcam Boulevard Multi-Use Path as opposed to the Elkcam Waterway Multi-Use Bridges. Commissioner Duffy requested the Events Square portion be included. Commissioner Skidmore questioned if the project dollar amounts would come back to the Board individually and responded to related comments. Mr. Sandrock advised the Budget Transfer and Budget Amendment need to be approved today and gave detail related to the CIP Amendments. MOTION CARRIED 3:2. COMMISSIONER DUFFY, COMMISSIONER SKIDMORE OPPOSING. COMMISSIONER DEUTSCH MOVED TO APPROVE BUDGET TRANSFER AND BUDGET AMENDMENT 12-A19, SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER STARR

12 COMMISSIONER DEUTSCH MOVED TO APPROVE CIP AMENDMENT 12-C02 IN THE AMOUNT OF $4,680,000 AND CIP AMENDMENT 12-C03 IN THE AMOUNT OF $3,294,000, SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER STARR Commissioner Skidmore suggested extending improvements on Placida Road to the Boca Grande Causeway and requested eliminating the lighting improvements. Commissioner Duffy reviewed the proposal and recommendations made by the citizens. Mr. Quick presented Placida Road Safety Improvements and Burnt Store Road, Phase 2, paralleled visual slides, and responded to inquiries. COMMISSIONER STARR AMENDED COMMISSIONER DEUTSCH S PREVIOUS MOTION AND MOVED TO EXTEND THE MULTI-USE PATH FROM CAPE HAZE DRIVE TO THE BOCA GRANDE CAUSEWAY AND ELIMINATE THE LIGHTING, SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER SKIDMORE Commissioner Deutsch questioned the difference in costs involved with the changes. Mr. Sandrock advised the changes in the CIP Amendment would have to be redone and brought back to the Board at the next Meeting. Commissioner Duffy reiterated requests made by citizens. (Board Consensus to direct staff to bring back cost estimates on the project changes.) Commissioner Skidmore requested native vegetation be retained and the sidewalks be constructed on the east side of the road. COMMISSIONER SKIDMORE AND COMMISSIONER STARR WITHDREW THEIR MOTIONS. Commissioner Duffy requested Mr. Quick look into the costs for low lighting. (Consensus was not received.) (7) RECOMMENDED ACTION: Authorize the Chairman to execute an agreement with PepsiCo and Waste Management, Inc. to place five "Dream Machine" recycling kiosks at various locations throughout the County. The term of the agreement shall be for one year renewable annually. BUDGETED ACTION: No Action Needed. Lorenzo Daetz provided an overview of the Item. COMMISSIONER SKIDMORE MOVED TO APPROVE AGREEMENT , SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER DEUTSCH (3) Commission Office - RECOMMENDED ACTION: Discussion on County-wide casino referendum Commissioner Skidmore presented the item, showed a map, requested discussion, and responded to inquiries. Chairman Constance suggested getting more information. (Consensus to plan a discussion.) X. CITIZEN INPUT - ANY SUBJECT - None AA. County Administrator: Mr. Sandrock noted Tourism Director Lorah Steiner and her Department s efforts for coordinating the Charlotte Harbor Visitor s Guide and commended the savings achieved from completing the project inhouse. BB. County Attorney: None

13 CC. Economic Development Director: None DD. Commissioner Comments: Commissioner Deutsch requested the Chairman send a letter of support on behalf of the Commission to bring the BMX Nationals to Charlotte County in 2013 (Consensus) and also requested consensus for the Curmudgeons to host a community town hall forum in the Commission Chambers. Attorney Knowlton indicated a memo had been circulated and advised legalities. Board discussion ensued. Commissioner Duffy commented on her participation in past Town Hall Meetings, opined the Cultural Center is a better place for the meetings, and spoke in support of the Commission having its own Town Hall Meeting. Commissioner Skidmore noted three citizens celebrating their 100th birthdays, commented on the Boardwalk dedication at Englewood Beach, spoke in support of having an evening Town Hall Meeting, mentioned the Wounded Warriors Golf Tournament, and recognized Gary Stasko for his plan to save money for the County. Chairman Constance reported on the meeting with Governor Scott on February 17th, discussed the creation of a Planned Development in Murdock, questioned the amount of gas tax monies being paid to the County, and suggested having a Burnt Store Road Summit in May. Board discussion ensued. Commissioner Deutsch proposed directing Community Development to submit a list of road projects. ADJOURNED: 3:13 PM Chairman ATTEST: BARBARA T. SCOTT, CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT AND EX-OFFICIO TO THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS By: Deputy Clerk sfc