JANUARY 6, The Board of County Commissioners, Manatee County, Florida, met. in REGULAR SESSION in the Courthouse, Bradenton, Florida, Tuesday,

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1 502 JANUARY 6, 1981 The Board of County Commissioners, Manatee County, Florida, met in REGULAR SESSION in the Courthouse, Bradenton, Florida, Tuesday, January 6, 1981 at 9:02 a.m. Present were Commissioners: Patricia M. Glass, Chairman Vernon E. Vickers, Vice-Chairman Claude E. McGavic Westwood H. Fletcher, Jr. Edward W.. Chance Also present were: E. N. Fay, Jr., County Attorney David B. Collier, County Administrator Peter Ramsden, Finance Director, representing R. B. Shore, Clerk of Circuit Court Representing the various news media were Libby Allison and Mark Todd, Sarasota Herald-Tribune; Betty Kohlman, St. Petersburg Times; David Priddy, WTRL, and others who entered during the meeting. Invocation by Father Moretti, St. Joseph Catholic Church. The meeting was called to order by Chairman Glass. PROPERTY APPRAISER (PERKINS) Circuit Court Judge Robert E. Willis administered the Oath of Office to S, Frank Perkins III, Property Appraiser, elected November 4, 1980, to a four-year term. CHAIRMAN; BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS (GLASS) The Clerk declared the floor open for nomination of Chairman of the Board of County Commissioners for the coming year. Mr. Fletcher nominated Claude E. McGavic for Chairman. Mr. Chance nominated Patricia M. Glass for Chairman. Motion was made by Mr. Fletcher, and seconded by Mr. McGavic, that nominations cease. Motion carried The Clerk requested that those in favor of Mr. McGavic raise right hands. Two votes were acknowledged. He then requested that those in favor of Mrs. Glass raise right hands. Three votes were acknowledged. The Clerk declared Mrs. Glass elected Chairman by majority vote. VICE CHAIRMAN; BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS (VICKERS) Chairman Glass declared the floor open for nomination of Vice- chairman of the Board of County Commissioners for the coming year. Mr. McGavic nominated Vernon Vickers as Vice-chairman. Motion was seconded by Mr. Chance. Mr. Fletcher moved that the nominations cease and that unanimous ballot be cast for Mr. Vickers. Motion was seconded by Mr. McGavic and carried Mr. Vickers, by unanimous vote, was declared Vice-chairman of the Board of County Commissioners. MANATEE COUNTY PORT AUTHORITY - CHAIRMAN (McGAVIC) Chairman Glass declared the floor open for nomination of Chairman of the Manatee County Port Authority for the coming year. Mr. Vickers nominated Claude E. McGavic for Chairman. Motion was seconded by Mr. Chance. Mr. Fletcher requested the nominations cease and the Board concurred. Mr. McGavic, by unanimous vote, was declared Chairman of the Manatee County Port Authority. ELECTION OF VICE-CHAIRMAN (CHANCE) Chairman Glass declared the floor open for nomination of Vice- chairman of the Manatee County Port Authority for the coming year.

2 Mr. Chance nominated Vernon Vickers for Vice-chairman. Mr. Vickers nominated Edward Chance for Vice-chairman. Mr. Fletcher requested that nominations cease and the Board concurred. Mr. Chance, by unanimous vote, was declared Vice-chairman of the Manatee County Port Authority. SUBDIVISION REGULATIONS: WAIVER OF CERTAIN REQUIREMENTS Mrs. Glass read a memorandum,dated December 17,T9'80, from Fay Firkins, Chairman of the Manatee County Planning Commission, requesting the Board to schedule a workshop to discuss the waiver of sidewalk, recreation and fire protection requirements of Subdivision Regulations and possible alternatives. The Planning staff was instructed to furnish background information to Board members and the County Administrator to schedule date and time for the workshop. TAMPA BAY REGIONAL PLANNING COUNCIL; WITHDRAWAL OF MEMBERSHIP Upon motion by Mr. McGavic, seconded by Mr. Vickers, the Chairman was authorized to sign letters to the Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council and Governor Graham advising that the Manatee County Commission is withdrawing from the Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council. Motion carried The County Attorney read a proposed resolution requesting that Governor Graham change the boundaries so that Manatee County can be included within the Southwest Regional Planning Council. Motion was made by Mr. Vickers, seconded by Mr. Chance, to adopt the resolution. After discussion, motion and second were withdrawn. It was suggested that an opinion be requested from Governor Graham regarding a different configuration for this area; i.e., Sarasota/ Manatee, etc., and the County Attorney was instructed to prepare a revised resolution to be considered at a later date. The County Administrator was instructed to schedule separate work sessions with the Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council and Southwest Regional Planning Council to discuss what options are available to the County. AWARD: MARK TODD (SARASOTA-HERALD TRIBUNE REPORTER) Mrs. Glass presented a Meritorious Service Award to Mark Todd for his diligence and accuracy in reporting on County Commission meetings and workshops over the past years. Mr. Todd, a reporter for the Sarasota-Herald Tribune, was recently promoted to the editorial staff of that newspaper. PARKS & RECREATION - GOLF COURSE INCREASES Michael Pascuzzi, Director,Parks and Recreation, submitted proposed Tee-Off Times and Rate Increases at the County Golf Course (memoran dum December 19, 1980) as recommended by the Parks and Recreation Board. Ernie Stingle, Trailer Villa Mobilehome Park, spoke in opposition to rate increases. Mr. McGuire commented that the County needs additional golf courses. C. W. Sliger, 4919 Coral Blvd., concurred with Mr. Pascuzzi that a voter registration card or a Homestead Exemption Certificate be required in order to obtain a three-day advance tee-off time. Mr. Pascuzzi outlined present and proposed rate increases: Manatee County Residents: May 1 - Oct Hole From $3.00 to $ Hole From 4.50 to 5.00 Nov. 1 - Apr.1 Same Same Non-Residents: 9 Hole From $3.00 to $ Hole From 4.50 to 8.00 From $4.50 to $ 6.00 From 8.00 to t'^1

3 504 Special Group Rates: 40 or more people From $4.00 to $4.50 Same -18 Holes Only Play Cards: (Valid for only one year from date of purchase) Resident 9 Holes From $50.00 to $ Plays Resident 18 Holes From $80.00 to $ Plays Add a 50 play card for 18 Holes only $ Cart Rentals: To remain the same: 9 Holes $4.50; 18 Holes $8.00 Pull Carts: To remain the same $1.00 Practice Range: Small Bucket From $.65 to $.75 Large Bucket From $1.00 to $1.25 Club Rentals: From $2.50 to $3.00 Twilight Range: From $2.00 to $3.00 In addition, he recommended a Summer Youth Golf Program and a Senior Citizens Program from June 1 through August 31, one day per week, playing as many holes as desired for $3.00. Mr. Slyker recommended any revenues generated by the increase be used for additional golf courses and suggested that the increase for the 9-hole play card be increased to only $ He was opposed to the 50-hole play card expiring in one year and recommended it be valid for 18 months. Jeff Drigant, Palma Sola Harbor, objected to giving all four names of golfers when calling for tee times. Mr. Fletcher moved to instruct the County Administrator's office to prepare the appropriate resolution implementing the recommenda tions contained in the memorandum from the Director of Parks and Recreation, dated December 19, 1980, with exception of proposed $70 cost for the residential 9-hole play card; reduce this cost to $60 and incorporate the Summer Youth Program and Senior Citizens Program as recommended. Motion was seconded by Mr. McGavic. Mr. Fletcher amended his motion to instruct the County Administrator's office to prepare the appropriate resolution implementing the recommendations contained in the memorandum from the Director of Parks and Recreation dated December 19, 1980 as written, including the Summer Youth Program and Senior Citizens Program as recommended. Motion was seconded by Mr. McGavic and carried Motion was made by Mr. McGavic that rate March 1, 1981 and that all existing blue May 1, Motion was seconded by Mr. increases become effective resident cards expire on Fletcher and carried RECESS/RECONVENE After a brief recess, the Board reconvened with all members present ZONING ORIE'S SUBDIVISION (80-S-49) - PRELIMINARY PLAT APPROVED Or ie Williams,Developer;Leo Mills & Assoc.,Inc.,Ag en t Request: Approval of preliminary and final plat of single family subdivision (2 lots) located south side of 49th Ave. E., 500 ft. east of 9th St. E. Planning Commission recommended approval with waiver of sidewalk, recreation and fire protection requirements. This item was deferred December 23, 1980 to afford Mr. Mills an opportunity to revise the plat by changing the 20-foot flag from the west side of Lot 1 to the east side of the lot.

4 By letter dated December 30, 1980, Thomas Gallen, Attorney repre senting W. H. Powers, stated his client's objection to the proposed plat of Orie's Subdivision, expressed concern that the private drive (easement) previously granted constitutes a threat to the residents, and requested the Board to require Mr. Williams to resubmit his plat without extending Lot 2 to 49th Avenue East. Bruce Siciliano, Planning and Development Department, noted that the nearest fire hydrant is 1850 feet from the subdivision and suggested the Board consider approval of the Preliminary Plat (rather than Preliminary and Final) with waiver of sidewalk and recreation requirements, and require the developer to extend the water lines to 1000 feet from the nearest hydrant. Leo Mills, Agent, pointed out that the private easement has no bearing on this particular subdivision and that plats of two larger subdivisions in the area had been approved without requirement of installing fire hydrants. Motion by Mr. Chance, with second by Mr. Fletcher, to approve 80-S-49 with the recommendations of the Planning staff, was withdrawn. Mr. Fay stated that the appropriate motion would be to approve the recommendation of the Planning Commission P&D File 80-S-49 (P&F) with the subdivision plat as submitted this date. Mr. Chance so moved amd Mr. Fletcher seconded. Voting "Aye" were Mr. Chance and Mr. Fletcher. Voting "Nay" were Mr. McGavic, Mr. Vickers and Mrs. Glass. The motion was declared defeated. Mr. McGavic moved that the plat as presented today be approved with a non-ingress/egress easement to be shown on the plat that would constitute an area 20 feet wide and 125 feet long on the east side, (that part of the parcel called "the flag pole") and that the side walk and recreation requirements be waived. Motion was seconded by Mr. Vickers for discussion. Mr. McGavis stated for clarification that the motion with the items as outlined constitutes approval for a preliminary plat. Motion carried BOARD MEETING ROOM The Chairman submitted request from the Democratic Party to be allowed to continue using the Board Meeting Room for monthly meetings. The County Attorney pointed out that the Board should be fair with all groups of similar nature and suggested determination be made whether the groups will be required to furnish temporary insurance until they acquire public liability or if the Board will assume responsibility. The County Administrator reported that the Risk Manager and E. W. Siver are in the process of reviewing those requirements County-wide. Motion was made by Mr. McGavic to approve the request of the Democratic Party. Motion was seconded by Mr. Fletcher and carried HUMAN SERVICES The County Administrator submitted for the Chairman's signature a letter to the U. S, Department of Labor, as follow-up to a letter sent by Kathy Snell, Director, Human Services Department, request ing a meeting to discuss method of payment on findings from CETA audits L and L-0016G0001. Motion was made by Mr. McGavic to authorize the Chairman to sign the letter. Motion was seconded by Mr. Chance and carried MATERIALS AND SERVICES By memoranda dated December 14, 1980, Gary Knuckles, Director, Materials and Services, submitted recommendation: 505

5 50G VARIOUS DEPARTMENTS T~.Surplus Property - Authorization to have listed equipment declared excess to the needs of the County and transfer to Materials and Services for disposition. Mary Blackburn Church pointed out that there is a vocational school which is always in need of items to repair as training mechanisms. Motion was made by Mr. McGavic to approve the request. Motion was seconded by Mr. Chance. Voting "Aye" were Chairman Glass and Commissioners McGavic, Chance, and Vickers. Voting "No" was Commissioner Fletcher. Motion carried. Sll-166 STATE ROAD 683: WIDENING AND RESURFACING Motion was made by Mr. Chance to adopt a AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A PROJECT AGREEMENT WITH THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTION relating to participation by Manatee County and the Department, in an amount not to exceed $33,000 Secondary funds, in the widening and resurfacing for State Project No , Budget Item No for State Road 683 between State Road 43 and State Road 45 for a distance of 6.2 miles. Motion was seconded by Mr. Vickers and carried Sll-167 AGREEMENT Sll-168 MANATEE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Upon motion by Mr. Fletcher, seconded by Mr. McGavic, the following documents from Manatee Memorial Hospital were unanimously accepted into the record: Minutes of Board of Trustees - November 24, 1980 Minutes of Committee Meetings - November 19, 1980 Minutes of Other Meetings Prior to Work Session on December 17, 1980 Financial Statement for the Month of November 1980 EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES; MEDICAL DIRECTOR SERVICE AGREEMENT Mr.Fletcher movedto authorize the ChairmanE5sign a Medical Director Service Agreement between Manatee County and Bruce J. Grozier, M.D., P.A, retaining Dr. Grozier to provide medical supervision as required by the activities of the Emergency Medical Services Program administered by the County at a sum of $12,000 per year plus $450 per year for expansion of the existing County liability malpractice insurance. Motion was seconded by Mr. McGavic and carried AGREEMENT Sll-169 BUDGET AMENDMENTS Motion was made by Mr. McGavic, seconded by Mr. Chance, to adopt a Resolution amending the budget by item to item Transfers: ADMINISTRATOR From: County Attorney - Attorney Fees To: Legal Services Department $60,680 Voting "Aye" were Chairman Glass and Commissioners McGavic, Chance, and Vickers. Voting "No" was Commissioner Fletcher. Motion carried. Sll-170 Upon motion by Mr. McGavic, seconded by Mr. Vickers, the following budget resolutions were unanimously adopted amending the budget to provide for the receipt and appropriation of unanticipated revenues from various sources: VARIOUS SOURCES 1) Increase Revenue Donations - Kiwanis; Transfer from General Fund

6 In crease E xp e n d i t u r e Manatee Beach $20,000 2) Increase Revenue Transfer from DNR Grant Fund; Transfer from General Fund Increase Expenditure Fishing Reef $36,938 3) Increase Revenue Fund Balance Increase Expenditure Transfer to Parks Capital Project (Fish Reef) $33,340 ; and by item to item transfers: PARKS & RECREATION 4) From: Building Maintenance To: Transfer to Highway Capital Projects (Manatee Beach) $11,000 5) From: Parks To: Transfer to Parks Capital Projects $ 3,598 HUMAN SERVICES 6) From: Reserve for Contingency; M & S Building Maintenance To: Fair Association $ 8,337 The following budget amendments were deferred to Thursday, January 8, 1981: Receipt and appropriation of unanticipated revenues from various sources: 1) Increase Revenue: Transfer from General Fund Increase Expenditures: Central Stores $15,000 and item to item transfers: 2) From: Reserve for Contingency To: Transfer to Central Stores $15,000 PERSONNEL; MANNING LEVELS Upon motion by Mr. Fletcher, seconded by Mr. Vickers, Resolution was unanimously adopted amending the authorized Manning Levels: ANIMAL CONTROL Field Officer (Increase employees from 3 to 5; Department from 4 to 6; indicating salary range.) TRAVEL AUTHORIZATION Motion was made by Mr. McGavic, seconded by Mr. Vickers, to approve travel for David Collier to attend State Association of County Commissioners of Florida, Inc., New Commissioners Workshop, in Tallahassee, Florida, January 11-14, Motion carried PALMA SOLA AREA REZONING: PUBLIC FORUM The County Administrator announced a correction in the date of the Public Forum regarding Palma Sola Area Rezoning from Monday, January 5 to Wednesday, January 7,

7 508 GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE (SULLIVAN) The County Attorney submitted his memorandum dated December 31, 1980 recommending the law firm of Hogg, Alien, Ryce, Norton and Blue be authorized to represent the County in the grievance proceeding involving Robert W. Sullivan, Utilities Department (Step 4 of the Grievance Procedure) Motion was made by Mr. Fletcher, and seconded by Mr. Vickers, that the recommendation as set forth in the memorandum of December 31, 1980 be approved and the Chairman be authorized to sign. Motion carried TARA DRI #11 CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE Motion was made by Mr. Fletcher, seconded by Mr. McGavic, to accept into the record a Certificate of Service regarding Application for Development Approval of a Development of Regional Impact by TARA, LTD., DRI #11. Motion carried CLERK'S CONSENT.CALENDAR The Clerk's Consent Calendar dated January 6, 1981, was submitted for approval: BILLS FOR PAYMENT Mulock & Farrance (Prof. Svs. through 12/1/80) W.E.D. (Est. #9, Waste Treatment Facilites) Environmental Protection Agency (Audit Costs) Request for Budgeted Funds ~ Manatee Memorial Hospital $ , , , WARRANT LISTS: Approve: December 23, 1980 to January 6, 1981 Authorize: January 6 to January 13, 1981 Motion was made by Mr. Vickers to defer for two weeks the Request for Budgeted Funds - Manatee Memorial Hospital $500, Motion was seconded by Mr. McGavic and carried Motion by Mr. McGavic, with second by Mr. Chance, to approve the balance of the Consent Calendar, was withdrawn. Motion was made by Mr. Vickers, and seconded by Mr. Chance, to Approve BILLS FOR PAYMENT: Mullock & Farrance (Prof. service) $ W.E.D. (Est. #9, Waste Treatment Facilities $101, WARRANT LISTS: December 23, 1980 to January 6, 1981; Authorize to January 13, 1981 Delete Bill for Payment: Environmental Protection Agency $ 50, (Request by Mr. Shore to withdraw) Defer Request for Budgeted Funds: Manatee Memorial Hospital $500, Motion carried MEETING ADJOURNED There being no further business, the meeting was declared adjourned. ; APPROVED: ^r/g^ w.^^e^ Chairman^