Clearwater, Florida, January 23, 2001

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1 Clearwater, Florida, January 23, 2001 The Board of County Commissioners in and for the County of Pinellas met in regular session in the County Commission Assembly Room, Pinellas County Courthouse, 315 Court Street, Clearwater, Florida, at 9:35 A.M. on this date with the following members present: Calvin D. Harris, Chairman; Barbara Sheen Todd, Vice-Chairman; Robert B. Stewart, Karen Williams Seel; Susan Latvala; John Morroni; and Kenneth T. Welch. Absent: None. Also present: Susan H. Churuti, County Attorney; D. Gay Lancaster, Interim County Administrator; C. R. Short, Chief Deputy Clerk; and MaryAnn Penhale and Dawn Rubio, Board Reporters. Father Michael Devine, St. Brendan Catholic Church, Clearwater, pronounced the Invocation which was followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag led by Commissioner Seel. A G E N D A INVOCATION PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE to the Flag of the United States of America PRESENTATIONS & AWARDS A. CITIZENS TO BE HEARD Any Person Wishing to Speak at this Time (Excluding Issues on the Agenda or Previously Acted on by the BCC) Must Have a Card Filled Out and Turned in to Staff at the Administrative Table Located at the Front of the Board Room. B. CONSENT AGENDA CLERK OF CIRCUIT COURT 1. Approval of Minutes B None. 2. Reports: a. None. 3. Other Approvals: a. General: 2012

2 1. Recommendation that the Board of County Commissioners Approve the Establishment of a Petty Cash Fund in the Amount of $ to be Used by the Sixth Judicial Circuit=s Fiscal Office. b. Satisfactions of Judgments and Liens. 4. Miscellaneous Items to be Received for Filing: a. Official Traffic Regulations Submitted by the County Traffic Engineer. b. One Item Related to Dock, Pier and Wharf Construction Licensing and Contract Bonds. c. Public Notice Regarding Special Meeting of Board of Directors of Pinellas Park Water Management District Held on January 16, d. City of Largo Notice of Annexation Public Hearing to be Held February 6, 2001 Regarding Ordinances Nos , , and , Annexing Certain Property. e. City of Tarpon Springs Notice of Proposed Annexation Regarding Ordinance No , Public Hearings to be Held February 6 and 20, f. Tampa Bay Water Board of Directors Revised Meeting Calendar for 2001, Pursuant to Florida Statutes Chapter 189. COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR Budget and Finance 5. Budget Amendment: No. 10. Public Works 6. Approval of Award of Bid B 2000/2001 Annual Contract Construction of Underdrains and Minor Drainage. 7. Approval of Subdivision Plats and Related Items. General 8. Approval of Award of Bid B Garbage/Trash Collection Services. 9. Adoption of a Resolution for Assessment of Liens against Lands Cleared. C. REGULAR AGENDA 10. Items for Discussion from Consent Agenda (County Administrator and Clerk of Circuit Court). COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR Public Works 2013

3 11. Approval of Option of Renewal B Waste Recycling, Construction/Demolition. 12. Approval to Execute Agreement B Ongoing Asphalt Construction Materials, Testing Services. 13. Approval of Acquisition of a Portion of Common Area of Franklin Square East, Parcel Number 59 for the Keene Road Project (C.R. 1) Phase II. 14. Approval of Acquisition of Lot 43, Lakeview Vista First Addition Replat, Drainage Improvements to Lake Rhonda. 15. Approval of Acquisition of Lot 51, Lakeview Vista First Addition Replat, Drainage Improvements to Lake Rhonda. 16. Approval of Recommendation to Adopt Alternative No. 1 Roadway Typical Section Selection for Keystone Road from U.S. 19 to East Lake Road. Utilities 17. Approval of Authorization to Advertise for a Public Hearing on the Proposed Pinellas County Wastewater System Wholesale Wastewater Rate. 18. Approval of First Amendment to the Cooperative Funding Agreement with the Southwest Florida Water Management District for the North Pinellas Reuse Interconnections. 19. Approval of Cooperative Funding Agreement with the Southwest Florida Water Management District for the Pinellas County North Reclaimed Water Storage Facility. 20. Approval of Agreement for Consulting Engineering Services for the Evaluation and Recommendations for Improvements to the Water Distribution System in the Ft. DeSoto Park Area. General 21. Approval of Recommendation to Declare Surplus and Authorize the Sale of Miscellaneous County Owned Equipment. 22. Approval of Confirmation of Appointment of Director of Employee Relations. 23. Approval of Contract for Law Enforcement Services B Environmental Lands Unit for Brooker Creek Preserve, Weedon Island Preserve, Shell Key Preserve and Other Environmental Lands. 24. Approval of Authorization to Advertise for a Public Hearing on an Amendment to the Public Art and Design Ordinance. 25. Approval of Extension of Date of Closing with the Suncoast Family YMCAs. 2014

4 26. Approval of Amendment to Specific Performance Agreement No. YMCA-99-CDBG-02, Suncoast Family YMCAs. 27. Approval of Addendum to the Contract for Professional Market Research Services. 28. Adoption of a Resolution Reallocating Reserve for Future Years B FY01 Capital Projects Fund Budget. 29. Approval of Business Assistance Partnership Agreement with the Chamber of Commerce of Seminole. 30. Adoption of a Resolution Approving Project A as a Qualified Applicant for the Qualified Target Industries Tax Refund Program for Fiscal Years Other Administrative Matters. CLERK OF CIRCUIT COURT 32. Approval of Vouchers and Bills: a. Weekly Vouchers and Bills. COUNTY ATTORNEY 33. Authority for County Attorney to Defend Alvin Carl Anderson, et al. v. Pinellas County B Case No CI-015 B Action Involving an Allegation of Personal Injury. 34. Authority for County Attorney to Initiate Litigation against Thomas Leonard, d/b/a B & M Pest Control. 35. Authority for County Attorney to Initiate Litigation on Behalf of Patricia Nevins in the Claim of Patricia Nevins v. Les Chateaux Condominium Association, Inc., et al., HUD Case No ; PCO Case No Approval of Amendment to Special Counsel Contract with Carlton, Fields, Ward, Emmanuel, Smith & Cutler, P.A. B Clark Construction Group, Inc. v. Pinellas County B Revised Exhibit AA@. 37. Execution of Satisfactions of Judgments and Partial Releases of Liens against Martin J. Neal B Case Nos. CRC CFANO; CTC MMANO; CRC CFANO; CRC CFANO; CRC CFANO; CTC MMANO. 38. Recommendation of Settlement of Back Due Benefits in Elizabeth Holmberg v. Pinellas County B Workers= Compensation Claim No Miscellaneous. EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES AUTHORITY 2015

5 40. Approval of Agreement with Bayfront Medical Center, Inc. for High Risk Perinatal Transport Services. SCHEDULED PUBLIC HEARINGS The Procedure Used by the Board of County Commissioners in Conducting Public Hearings is to Have a Staff Presentation Followed by the Applicant Presenting the Specific Proposal. The Board Will Then Hear Comments From the Proponents Followed by Comments From the Opponents and a Staff Summary. The Applicant Will Then be Given an Opportunity to Close and the Board of County Commissioners Will Decide on the Matter. Please Refer to the Back of Your Agenda Copy for More Details on Guidelines for Time Limitations and Opportunities to Speak. SCHEDULED PUBLIC HEARINGS - BCC 41. Proposed Ordinance Providing for the Creation of a Municipal Service Taxing Unit for Street Lighting to be Known as Pelican Creek Second Addition Subdivision Street Lighting District. D. COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR REPORTS 42. Update on WorkNet. E. COUNTY COMMISSION 43. Approval of Amendment to the Resolution Governing Appointments to the Suncoast Health Council. 44. Miscellaneous. ADJOURNMENT RETIREMENT PLAQUE PRESENTED TO NORMAN E. BROWN, DIRECTOR OF EMPLOYEE RELATIONS Chairman Harris presented a retirement plaque to Norman E. Brown, Director of Employee Relations, in appreciation for over 12 years of outstanding service to Pinellas County government. FUTURE OF THE REGION AWARDS PRESENTED BY TAMPA BAY REGIONAL PLANNING COUNCIL ON JANUARY 19, 2001 DISTRIBUTED BY CHAIRMAN 2016

6 HARRIS Chairman Harris announced that Pinellas County had received the following Future of the Region Awards from the Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council on January 19, 2001 and distributed the awards as follows: Community Service Award For Emergency Drought 2000 Public Awareness Award - Accepted by Carla Mitchell and Carrie Mann on behalf of Utilities Department Culture/Sports/Recreation Award - First Place For Friendship Trail Bridge - (shared with Hillsborough County) Accepted by Director of Public Affairs Ronnie Goodstein Development Award - Grand Prize For STAR Center Accepted by Ken Hall, Director, and Jan Clayton Environmental Award - Second Place For Solid Waste Retrofit Accepted by Carla Mitchell and Carrie Mann on behalf of Utilities Department Infrastructure Award - First Place For William E. Dunn Reclamation Facility Accepted by Carla Mitchell and Carrie Mann on behalf of Utilities Department Public Education Award For Kiosk and Interactive CD-Rom "Interactive Water Conservation" and K-3 education curriculum modules and songs Accepted by Carla Mitchell and Carrie Mann on behalf of Utilities Department 2017

7 Public Education Award For GIS Internet Evacuation Look-up Accepted by BCCIS Director Donald W. Lord and Carol J. Legal and Gary W. Vickers, Emergency Management DROUGHT UPDATE PRESENTED BY RONNIE DUNCAN, SOUTHWEST FLORIDA WATER MANAGEMENT DISTRICT (SWFWMD) Ronnie Duncan, Southwest Florida Water Management District (SWFWMD) presented an update regarding the drought situation and the continuing challenge to provide a long-term potable water supply to residents. He presented an overview of the formation of SWFWMD and indicated that it is comprised of eight basins and encompasses 16 counties for an area in excess of 10,000 square miles. Mr. Duncan displayed photographs depicting the low level of the Hillsborough River and indicated that other rivers and monitoring wells have broken record low levels as well; and also explained the impacts of the lack of rainfall on the aquifer which is a major supply of water for the area. Referring to a graphic display, he pointed out declining groundwater levels and rainfall totals and described emergency measures which have been implemented and media coverage used to increase public awareness and encourage conservation. He also commented regarding the impacts of growth and stated that the key to long-term sustainability lies in the creation of new drought resistant, cost effective and environmentally friendly water sources; and in conclusion, requested that the Board continue to serve as a model; continue to provide education and communication programs; and continue to be vigilant leaders; whereupon, he responded to input and questions by the members and suggested a future joint workshop for further interaction and discussion regarding cooperative funding programs. 2018

8 CITIZENS TO BE HEARD Michael E. Knotts, th Street Southwest, Largo, expressed his concerns regarding increased traffic flow which would result from the proposed 119th Street North and 16th Avenue Southwest extension. CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS NOS. 1 THROUGH 9 - APPROVED Upon presentation by Chairman Harris, Commissioner Todd moved, seconded by Commissioner Latvala and carried, that the Consent Agenda, consisting of Items Nos. 1 through 9, be approved as follows: # 1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES - NONE # 2 REPORTS RECEIVED FOR FILING - NONE # 3 OTHER APPROVALS a. General (1) Authorization for establishment of a petty cash fund in the amount of $ to be used by the Sixth Judicial Circuit=s Fiscal Office. b. Satisfactions of Judgments and Liens 2019

9 (1) Satisfactions of various paving and street lighting assessment liens which have been paid in full. # 4 MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS RECEIVED a. Official Traffic Regulations submitted by the County Traffic Engineer. b. One item related to Dock, Pier and Wharf Construction Licensing and Contract Bonds. c. Public Notice regarding special meeting of Board of Directors of Pinellas Park Water Management District held on January 16, d. City of Largo Notice of Annexation Public Hearing to be held February 6, 2001 regarding Ordinances Nos , , and , annexing certain property. e. City of Tarpon Springs Notice of Proposed Annexation regarding Ordinance No , public hearings to be held February 6 and 20, f. Tampa Bay Water Board of Directors revised meeting calendar for 2001, pursuant to Florida Statutes Chapter 189. # 5 BUDGET AMENDMENT NO. 10 Copy of Budget Amendment No. 10 was filed and made a part of the minutes. # 6 BID OF ROWLAND, INC. FOR 2000/2001 ANNUAL CONTRACT CONSTRUCTION OF UNDERDRAINS AND MINOR DRAINAGE (BID NO C) 2020

10 Bid is for an estimated total expenditure in the amount of $489,320.50; Chairman authorized to sign agreement after proper execution by the contractor and written approval as to form by the Office of the County Attorney. # 7 SUBDIVISION PLATS AND RELATED ITEMS a. Oakhurst Manor Townhomes 1. Release of Letter of Credit No in the amount of $11, to Colonial Bank, P.O. Box 41250, 5858 Central Avenue, St. Petersburg, FL b. Specialty Care of Pinellas 1. Release of Maintenance Bond No. 400JY7399 in the amount of $6, to Beverly Enterprises-Florida, Inc., 5111 Rogers Avenue, Suite 40-A, Fort Smith, AR c. Network Engineering 1. Funds accepted in the amount of $3, as maintenance surety. 2. Release of Letter of Credit No. SM414213C in the amount of $15, to A & E Design Construction, Inc., Lake Point Drive, Clearwater, FL d. Eva-Tone 1. Release of Letter of Credit No. S-0012 in the amount of $38, to Eva-Tone Soundsheets, Inc., 4801 Ulmerton Road, Clearwater, FL e. BOS Systems 2021

11 1. Release of Maintenance Bond No in the amount of $1, to Mr. Bill Boswell, BOS Systems, 1970 Lake Avenue Southeast, Largo, FL f. Northfield Subdivision 1. Maintenance Bond No accepted in the amount of $120, Release of Completion Bond No in the amount of $513, to Lansbrook Development Corporation, U.S. Highway 19 North, Palm Harbor, FL , Attention: Stacey Beyer. g. Andreyev Engineering 1. Letter of Credit No accepted in the amount of $5, h. Lowe=s at Pinellas Park 1. Completion Bond No. 25 S accepted in the amount of $241, i Convenience East Lake Center 1. Completion Bond No accepted in the amount of $8, j. T&B Excavating (UP ) 1. Completion Bond No accepted in the amount of $5, k. T&B Excavating (UP ) 1. Completion Bond No accepted in the amount of $5,

12 l. American Housing 1. Completion Bond No. MB3438 accepted in the amount of $10, m. Parkside Colony 1. Resolution No adopted vacating a portion of a platted easement on lots 8 and 9, Parkside Colony. # 8 BID OF WASTE MANAGEMENT INC. OF FLORIDA FOR GARBAGE/TRASH COLLECTION SERVICES (BID NO B) Bid is for an estimated total expenditure not to exceed $222, (24 months); Chairman authorized to sign agreement after proper execution by the contractor and written approval as to form by the Office of the County Attorney. # 9 LOT CLEARING RESOLUTION Resolution No assessing liens against lands cleared in Pinellas County pursuant to Chapter , Laws of Florida, and Pinellas County Code Chapter 58, Article IX, Section 338, directing that these resolutions be filed in the public records office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Pinellas County, Florida. #10 ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION FROM CONSENT AGENDA (COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR AND CLERK OF CIRCUIT COURT) - NONE 2023

13 #11 OPTION OF RENEWAL OF CONTRACT WITH ANGELO'S RECYCLED MATERIALS FOR WASTE RECYCLING: CONSTRUCTION/DEMOLITION (BID NO B) - APPROVED Interim County Administrator D. Gay Lancaster recommended approval of an option of renewal of the contract with Angelo's Recycled Materials for waste recycling: construction/demolition for an estimated annual expenditure not to exceed $85, for an additional 12 months at the same pricing, terms and conditions. Commissioner Latvala moved, seconded by Commissioner Seel and carried, that the recommendation of the Interim County Administrator be approved. #12 DRIGGERS ENGINEERING SERVICES, INC. SELECTED TO PROVIDE ONGOING ASPHALT CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS TESTING SERVICES; STAFF AUTHORIZED TO INITIATE CONTRACT NEGOTIATIONS WITH SAID FIRM Interim County Administrator D. Gay Lancaster recommended that the Board approve the Selection Advisory Committee's ranking of the firms most qualified to provide ongoing asphalt construction materials testing services, as follows: 1. Driggers Engineering Services, Inc. 2. Williams Earth Sciences, Inc. 3. Central Florida Testing Laboratories, Inc. She further recommended that staff be authorized to initiate contract negotiations with the number one ranked firm, Driggers Engineering Services, Inc., and to finalize a contract with said firm for Board approval. Commissioner Todd moved, seconded by Commissioner Seel and carried, that Driggers Engineering Services, Inc. be selected to provide the desired services; and that authorization be granted for staff to initiate contract negotiations as requested. 2024

14 #13 AGREEMENT WITH FRANKLIN SQUARE EAST HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC. FOR ACQUISITION OF A PORTION OF COMMON AREA OF FRANKLIN SQUARE EAST, PARCEL NO. 059 (PROPERTY ADDRESS: VACANT LAND) FOR KEENE ROAD PROJECT (C.R. 1), PHASE II, CURLEW ROAD TO TAMPA ROAD (PID NO ) - APPROVED FOR EXECUTION WITH AUTHORIZATION FOR ISSUANCE OF NECESSARY CHECK Interim County Administrator D. Gay Lancaster recommended approval of an agreement with Franklin Square East Homeowners Association, Inc. for acquisition of a portion of common area of Franklin Square East, Parcel No. 059 (property address: vacant land) for the Keene Road Project (C.R. 1), Phase II, Curlew Road to Tampa Road; with authorization for the issuance of a check in the amount of $120, in payment thereof. Commissioner Latvala moved, seconded by Commissioner Todd and carried, that the recommendation of the Interim County Administrator be approved. #14 OFFER TO SELL FROM THOMAS L. HYLTON AND PAULINE M. HYLTON FOR ACQUISITION OF LOT 43, LAKEVIEW VISTA 1st ADDITION REPLAT (PROPERTY ADDRESS: 1664 PARKSIDE DRIVE, CLEARWATER) FOR DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENTS TO LAKE RHONDA (PID NO. 104) - APPROVED FOR EXECUTION WITH AUTHORIZATION FOR ISSUANCE OF NECESSARY CHECK Interim County Administrator D. Gay Lancaster recommended approval of an offer to sell from Thomas L. Hylton and Pauline M. Hylton for acquisition of Lot 43, Lakeview Vista 1st Addition Replat (property address: 1664 Parkside Drive, Clearwater) for drainage improvements to Lake Rhonda; with authorization for the issuance of a check in the amount of $150, in payment thereof. Commissioner Latvala moved, seconded by Commissioner Seel and carried, that the recommendation of the Interim County Administrator be approved. 2025

15 #15 OFFER TO SELL FROM L. DAVID HILL AND LAURIE HILL FOR ACQUISITION OF LOT 51, LAKEVIEW VISTA 1st ADDITION REPLAT (PROPERTY ADDRESS: 1665 PARKSIDE DRIVE, CLEARWATER) FOR DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENTS TO LAKE RHONDA (PID NO. 104) - APPROVED FOR EXECUTION WITH AUTHORIZATION FOR ISSUANCE OF NECESSARY CHECK Interim County Administrator D. Gay Lancaster recommended approval of an offer to sell from L. David Hill and Laurie Hill for acquisition of Lot 51, Lakeview Vista 1st Addition Replat (property address: 1665 Parkside Drive, Clearwater) for drainage improvements to Lake Rhonda; with authorization for the issuance of a check in the amount of $136, in payment thereof. Commissioner Latvala moved, seconded by Commissioner Seel and carried, that the recommendation of the Interim County Administrator be approved. #16 ALTERNATIVE NO. 2 ADOPTED FOR ROADWAY TYPICAL SECTION SELECTION FOR KEYSTONE ROAD FROM U.S. 19 TO EAST LAKE ROAD Interim County Administrator D. Gay Lancaster recommended approval of the adoption of Alternative No. 1 roadway typical section selection for Keystone Road from U.S. 19 to East Lake Road. Director of Public Works J. Keith Wicks presented an overview of the proposed alternatives for the project and reviewed the results of the opinion survey which indicated a preference by the public for Alternative No. 2 which costs approximately $2 million more than Alternative No. 1 and would provide for possible future expansion of the roadway if necessary. Following discussion, Commissioner Latvala moved, seconded by Commissioner Morroni, that Alternative No. 2 be adopted; whereupon, Commissioner Stewart stated his concerns regarding the adoption of any of the alternatives without knowing 2026

16 the possible impacts on spending for other proposed projects. Upon roll call, the motion carried 5 to 1, with Commissioner Stewart casting the dissenting vote. * * * * At this time, 11:31 A.M., Commissioner Todd left the meeting. #17 AUTHORIZATION GRANTED TO ADVERTISE PUBLIC HEARING RE PROPOSED PINELLAS COUNTY WASTEWATER SYSTEM WHOLESALE WASTEWATER RATE Interim County Administrator D. Gay Lancaster recommended that authorization be granted to advertise a public hearing to be held February 6, 2001 in a local newspaper circulated throughout Pinellas County re the proposed Pinellas County wastewater system wholesale wastewater rate. Following discussion and presentation by Director of Utilities Pick Talley, Commissioner Seel moved, seconded by Commissioner Welch and carried, that the recommendation of the Interim County Administrator be approved. #18 FIRST AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SOUTHWEST FLORIDA WATER MANAGEMENT DISTRICT (SWFWMD) AND PINELLAS COUNTY FOR THE NORTH PINELLAS REUSE INTERCONNECTIONS (F028) - APPROVED FOR EXECUTION Interim County Administrator D. Gay Lancaster recommended approval of the First Amendment to the Agreement between the Southwest Florida Water Management District and Pinellas County for the North Pinellas Reuse Interconnections (F028), reducing the agreement total by $450, for a revised agreement total of $3,172,300 and extending the agreement to December 31,

17 Following discussion and presentation by Director of Utilities Pick Talley, Commissioner Latvala moved, seconded by Commissioner Welch and carried, that the recommendation of the Interim County Administrator be approved. #19 COOPERATIVE FUNDING AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SOUTHWEST FLORIDA WATER MANAGEMENT DISTRICT (SWFWMD) AND PINELLAS COUNTY FOR THE PINELLAS COUNTY NORTH RECLAIMED WATER SYSTEM STORAGE (K421) - APPROVED FOR EXECUTION Interim County Administrator D. Gay Lancaster recommended approval of a Cooperative Funding Agreement between the Southwest Florida Water Management District and Pinellas County for the Pinellas County North Reclaimed Water System Storage (K421) in the amount of $1,203, Commissioner Welch moved, seconded by Commissioner Latvala and carried, that the recommendation of the Interim County Administrator be approved. #20 AGREEMENT WITH REYNOLDS, SMITH & HILLS, INC., FOR CONSULTANT SERVICES FOR THE EVALUATION AND RECOMMENDATIONS FOR THE IMPROVEMENT OF THE WATER DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM IN FORT DeSOTO (PROJECT NO ) - APPROVED FOR EXECUTION Interim County Administrator D. Gay Lancaster recommended approval of an agreement with Reynolds, Smith & Hills, Inc. for consultant services for the evaluation and recommendations for the improvement of the water distribution system in the Fort DeSoto Park area in an amount not to exceed $26,

18 Commissioner Morroni moved, seconded by Commissioner Welch and carried, that the recommendation of the Interim County Administrator be approved. #21 DECLARATION OF MISCELLANEOUS COUNTY-OWNED EQUIPMENT AS SURPLUS WITH AUTHORIZATION FOR LIQUIDATION OF SAME THROUGH PUBLIC AUCTION CONDUCTED BY TAMPA MACHINERY AUCTION, INC. OR FOR DONATION TO QUALIFIED PRIVATE NONPROFIT AGENCIES; APPROVED WITH CONFIRMATION OF ITEMS TRADED, STOLEN, SCRAPPED/JUNKED, CANNIBALIZED OR UTILIZED TO REPAIR OTHER EQUIPMENT (BID NO P) - APPROVED Interim County Administrator D. Gay Lancaster recommended that certain miscellaneous County-owned equipment as set forth in her memorandum of January 23, 2001 and attachments thereto, a copy of which has been filed and made a part of the record, be declared surplus with authorization for the liquidation of said equipment through public auction conducted by Tampa Machinery Auction, Inc. in accordance with the provisions of the existing contract approved by the Board, or to donate items to qualified private nonprofit agencies, with confirmation of certain items as traded, stolen, scrapped/junked, cannibalized or utilized to repair other equipment. Commissioner Latvala moved, seconded by Commissioner Seel and carried, that the recommendations of the Interim County Administrator be approved. #22 CONFIRMATION OF APPOINTMENT OF JOYCE E. LEVESQUE TO EXEMPT POSITION OF DIRECTOR OF EMPLOYEE RELATIONS - APPROVED Pursuant to recommendation by Interim County Administrator D. Gay Lancaster, Commissioner Latvala moved, seconded by Commissioner Seel and carried, that confirmation of the appointment of Joyce E. Levesque to the exempt position of Director of 2029

19 Employee Relations at an annual salary of $70, effective January 29, 2001 be approved. #23 CONTRACT FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT SERVICES, ENVIRONMENTAL LANDS UNIT, FOR BROOKER CREEK PRESERVE, WEEDON ISLAND PRESERVE, SHELL KEY PRESERVE AND OTHER ENVIRONMENTAL LANDS BY PINELLAS COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE - APPROVED FOR EXECUTION Interim County Administrator D. Gay Lancaster recommended approval of a Contract for Law Enforcement Services, Environmental Lands Unit, for Brooker Creek Preserve, Weedon Island Preserve, Shell Key Preserve and other environmental lands by the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office. Following discussion and input by Director of Environmental Management William M. Davis, Lieutenant Dan Simovich and Bert Hatcher, Sheriff's Office, Commissioner Morroni moved, seconded by Commissioner Latvala and carried, that the recommendation of the Interim County Administrator be approved. #24 AUTHORIZATION GRANTED TO ADVERTISE PUBLIC HEARING RE AMENDMENT TO PUBLIC ART AND DESIGN ORDINANCE Interim County Administrator D. Gay Lancaster recommended that authorization be granted to advertise a public hearing to be held February 13, 2001 re an amendment to the Public Art and Design Ordinance. Commissioner Latvala moved, seconded by Commissioner Seel and carried, that the recommendation of the Interim County Administrator be approved. #25 EXTENSION OF DATE OF CLOSING WITH SUNCOAST FAMILY YMCAs - APPROVED 2030

20 Interim County Administrator D. Gay Lancaster recommended approval of an extension of the date of closing with the Suncoast Family YMCAs for an additional 90 days to April 19, Commissioner Latvala moved, seconded by Commissioner Welch and carried, that the recommendation of the Interim County Administrator be approved. #26 RESOLUTION NO ADOPTED AUTHORIZING AMENDMENT TO PINELLAS COUNTY SPECIFIC PERFORMANCE AGREEMENT YMCA-99-CDBG-02 WITH SUNCOAST FAMILY YMCAs, INC. WITH AUTHORIZATION FOR CHAIRMAN OR DESIGNEE TO SIGN AND CLERK TO ATTEST Interim County Administrator D. Gay Lancaster recommended adoption of a resolution authorizing an amendment to Pinellas County Specific Performance Agreement YMCA-99-CDBG-02 with Suncoast Family YMCAs to extend the provision of before and after school child care services until the end of the school term, providing for additional funds and authorizing the Chairman or designee to sign and the Clerk to attest. Commissioner Welch moved, seconded by Commissioner Latvala, that Resolution No be adopted as recommended. Following discussion, upon roll call, the vote was: Ayes: Harris, Stewart, Seel, Latvala, Morroni and Welch. Nays: None. Absent and not voting: Todd. #27 ADDENDUM TO AGREEMENT WITH RESEARCH DATA SERVICES, INC. FOR PROFESSIONAL MARKET RESEARCH SERVICES - APPROVED FOR EXECUTION 2031

21 Interim County Administrator D. Gay Lancaster recommended approval of an addendum to an agreement with Research Data Services, Inc. for professional market research services relating to the Chambers of Commerce. Commissioner Latvala moved, seconded by Commissioner Welch and carried, that the recommendation of the Interim County Administrator be approved. #28 RESOLUTION NO ADOPTED REALLOCATING RESERVES FOR FUTURE YEARS - CAPITAL PROJECTS FUND Interim County Administrator D. Gay Lancaster recommended adoption of a resolution reallocating previously appropriated funds from reserves for future years in the FY01 Capital Projects Fund. Commissioner Latvala moved, seconded by Commissioner Welch and carried, that Resolution No be adopted as recommended by the Interim County Administrator. Upon roll call, the vote was: Ayes: Harris, Stewart, Seel, Latvala, Morroni and Welch. Nays: None. Absent and not voting: Todd. #29 BUSINESS ASSISTANCE PROGRAM AGREEMENT WITH SEMINOLE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE INC., CITY OF SEMINOLE AND BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF PINELLAS COUNTY - APPROVED FOR EXECUTION; FUTURE RENEWALS OF AGREEMENT SUBJECT TO APPROVAL OF COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR OR HIS/HER DESIGNEE - APPROVED Interim County Administrator D. Gay Lancaster recommended approval of a Business Assistance Program Agreement with the Seminole Chamber of Commerce Inc., the 2032

22 City of Seminole and the Board of County Commissioners of Pinellas County; and further recommended approval of future renewals of this agreement be subject to the approval of the County Administrator or his/her designee. Following discussion, Commissioner Latvala moved, seconded by Commissioner Welch and carried, that the recommendations of the Interim County Administrator be approved. #30 RESOLUTION NO ADOPTED FINDING THAT PROJECT A BE APPROVED AS A QUALIFIED APPLICANT PURSUANT TO SECTION , FLORIDA STATUTES; AND IDENTIFYING SOURCES OF LOCAL COUNTY FINANCIAL SUPPORT OF PROJECT A AS LOCAL PARTICIPATION IN THE QUALIFIED TARGET INDUSTRY TAX RETURN PROGRAM FOR FISCAL YEAR(S) Interim County Administrator D. Gay Lancaster recommended adoption of a resolution finding that Project A be approved as a qualified applicant pursuant to Section , Florida Statutes, and identifying sources of local County financial support of Project A as local participation in the Qualified Target Industry Tax Return Program for fiscal year(s) Commissioner Latvala moved, seconded by Commissioner Welch, that Resolution No be adopted as recommended. Upon roll call, the vote was: Ayes: Harris, Stewart, Seel, Latvala, Morroni and Welch. Nays: None. Absent and not voting: Todd. #31 AWARD OF BID TO ORVILLE BECKFORD FORD FOR VEHICLES AND LIGHT TRUCKS (BID NO B) - RESCINDED; AWARD OF BIDS TO DON REID FORD FOR ITEMS NOS. 1, 2, 4, 5, 7, 10 AND 11 AND GATOR FORD FOR ITEM NO APPROVED; ORVILLE BECKFORD FORD PROHIBITED FROM BIDDING ON COUNTY PROJECTS FOR A PERIOD OF THREE YEARS; BID DEPOSIT RETAINED 2033

23 Interim County Administrator D. Gay Lancaster recommended that the award of bid to Orville Beckford Ford for vehicles and light trucks be rescinded; that the award of bids to Don Reid Ford for items Nos. 1, 2, 4, 5, 7, 10 and 11 and Gator Ford for item No. 12 be approved, for a total expenditure not to exceed $453,923.00; and further recommended that the firm of Orville Beckford Ford be debarred from bidding on County projects for a period of three years and that the five percent bid bond deposit be retained. Commissioner Stewart moved, seconded by Commissioner Morroni and carried, that the recommendations of the Interim County Administrator be approved. #32 VOUCHERS APPROVED FOR PERIOD OF JANUARY 16, 2001 THROUGH JANUARY 19, 2001 Chief Deputy Clerk C. R. Short recommended approval of vouchers for the period January 16, 2001 through January 19, 2001 as follows: Payroll Journal Expenditures Payroll Journal pages numbered 1 through 2563 Payroll checks numbered through Imprest Fund Expenditures Manual checks numbered through System checks numbers through Commissioner Latvala moved, seconded by Commissioner Seel and carried, that the recommendation of the Chief Deputy Clerk be approved. #33 COUNTY ATTORNEY AUTHORIZED TO DEFEND COUNTY'S INTEREST RE ALVIN CARL ANDERSON, ET AL. VERSUS PINELLAS COUNTY, CIRCUIT CIVIL CASE 2034

24 NO CI ACTION INVOLVING A CLAIM OF PERSONAL INJURY Pursuant to the request of County Attorney Susan H. Churuti, Commissioner Morroni moved, seconded by Commissioner Welch and carried, that the County Attorney be authorized to defend the County's interest re Alvin Carl Anderson, et al. versus Pinellas County, Circuit Civil Case No CI Action Involving a Claim of Personal Injury. #34 COUNTY ATTORNEY AUTHORIZED TO INITIATE LITIGATION AGAINST THOMAS LEONARD, D/B/A B & M PEST CONTROL ON BEHALF OF PINELLAS COUNTY WATER SYSTEMS DEPARTMENT - SMALL CLAIMS ACTION Pursuant to the request of County Attorney Susan H. Churuti, Commissioner Welch moved, seconded by Commissioner Seel and carried, that the County Attorney be authorized to initiate litigation against Thomas Leonard d/b/a B & M Pest Control, on behalf of the Pinellas County Water Systems Department - Small Claims Action. #35 COUNTY ATTORNEY AUTHORIZED TO INITIATE LITIGATION ON BEHALF OF PATRICIA NEVINS VERSUS LES CHATEAUX CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, INC., ET AL, PCO CASE NO , HUD CASE NO HOUSING DISCRIMINATION COMPLAINT Pursuant to the request of County Attorney Susan H. Churuti, Commissioner Latvala moved, seconded by Commissioner Welch and carried, that the County Attorney be authorized to initiate litigation on behalf of Patricia Nevins versus Les Chateaux Condominium Association, Inc., et al, PCO Case No , HUD Case No Housing Discrimination Complaint. 2035

25 #36 FIRST AMENDMENT TO CONTRACT FOR LEGAL SERVICES WITH CARLTON, FIELDS, WARD, EMMANUEL, SMITH & CUTLER, P.A. RELATING TO CLARK CONSTRUCTION GROUP, INC. VERSUS PINELLAS COUNTY - APPROVED County Attorney Susan H. Churuti recommended approval of a First Amendment to Contract for Legal Services with Carlton, Fields, Ward, Emmanuel, Smith & Cutler, P.A, including Replacement Exhibit "A," substituting new attorneys for a departing attorney, with respect to the case of Clark Construction Group, Inc. versus Pinellas County. Commissioner Morroni moved, seconded by Commissioner Welch and carried, that the recommendation of the County Attorney be approved. #37 SATISFACTIONS OF JUDGMENTS AND PARTIAL RELEASES OF LIENS AGAINST MARTIN J. NEAL, CASES NOS. CRC CFANO; CTC MMANO; CRC CFANO; CRC CFANO; CRC CFANO; CTC MMANO - APPROVED FOR EXECUTION County Attorney Susan H. Churuti recommended approval of satisfactions of judgments and partial releases of liens against Martin J. Neal, Cases Nos. CRC CFANO; CTC MMANO; CRC CFANO; CRC CFANO; CRC CFANO; and CTC MMANO; thereby accepting Martin J. Neal's onesixth interest in real property located at 1721 Jewell Street South, St. Petersburg. Commissioner Latvala moved, seconded by Commissioner Welch and carried, that the recommendation of the County Attorney be approved. #38 AUTHORIZATION GRANTED FOR SETTLEMENT OF BACK DUE BENEFITS IN ELIZABETH HOLMBERG VERSUS PINELLAS COUNTY, WORKERS' COMPENSATION CLAIM NO

26 County Attorney Susan H. Churuti recommended that authorization be granted for settlement of back due benefits in Elizabeth Holmberg versus Pinellas County, Workers' Compensation Claim No , as outlined in her confidential memorandum to the Board dated January 23, Commissioner Latvala moved, seconded by Commissioner Seel and carried, that the recommendation of the County be approved. #39 UPDATE RE SELECTION PROCESS FOR COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR County Attorney Susan H. Churuti presented an update regarding selection of an executive search consultant for the County Administrator position which will be discussed at the January 29, 2001 Work Session. She indicated that a draft Request for Proposal (RFP) together with six similar RFPs for comparison purposes and a copy of the current contract for the County Administrator will be available for the Board's discussion and consideration at that time. #40 HIGH RISK PERINATAL TRANSPORT AGREEMENT AMONG PINELLAS COUNTY EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES AUTHORITY, BAYFRONT MEDICAL CENTER, INC. AND LIFEFLEET SOUTHEAST, INC. D/B/A AMERICAN MEDICAL RESPONSE, WEST FLORIDA - APPROVED FOR EXECUTION Noting for the record that the Board is now sitting as the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Authority, Interim County Administrator D. Gay Lancaster recommended approval of a High Risk Perinatal Transport Agreement among the Pinellas County Emergency Medical Services Authority, Bayfront Medical Center, Inc. and Lifefleet Southeast, Inc. d/b/a American Medical Response, West Florida. Commissioner Latvala moved, seconded by Commissioner Welch and carried, that the recommendation of the Interim County Administrator be approved. 2037

27 * * * * At this time, 12:23 P.M., Commissioner Welch left the meeting. * * * * #41 ORDINANCE NO ADOPTED CREATING A MUNICIPAL SERVICE TAXING UNIT FOR STREET LIGHTING TO BE KNOWN AS PELICAN CREEK 2nd ADDITION SUBDIVISION STREET LIGHTING DISTRICT Pursuant to legal notice published in the January 5 and 12, 2001 issues of the Tampa Bay Review as evidenced by publisher's affidavit filed with the Clerk, public hearing was held on a proposed ordinance creating a municipal service taxing unit for street lighting to be known as Pelican Creek 2nd Addition Subdivision Street Lighting District. Chief Deputy Clerk C. R. Short reported that no correspondence relative to the proposed ordinance has been received; and that the matter is properly before the Board to be heard. No one appeared in response to the Chairman's call for persons wishing to be heard. Thereupon, Commissioner Latvala moved, seconded by Commissioner Morroni, that Ordinance No be adopted creating Pelican Creek 2nd Addition Subdivision Street Lighting District. Upon roll call, the vote was: Ayes: Harris, Stewart, Seel, Latvala and Morroni. Nays: None. Absent and not voting: Todd and Welch. #42 AGENDA ITEM "UPDATE ON WORKNET" - TEMPORARILY DEFERRED TO MEETING OF JANUARY 30,

28 Interim County Administrator D. Gay Lancaster referred to agenda item No. 42, "Update on WorkNet," and recommended that the item be temporarily deferred to the meeting of January 30, 2001; and no objections were noted. #43 RESOLUTION NO ADOPTED ESTABLISHING A METHOD FOR DESIGNATING MEMBERSHIP OF THE SUNCOAST HEALTH COUNCIL; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE Upon presentation by Chairman Harris, Commissioner Morroni moved, seconded by Commissioner Seel, that Resolution No be adopted establishing a method for designating membership of the Suncoast Health Council; and providing for an effective date. Upon roll call, the vote was: Ayes: Harris, Stewart, Seel, Latvala and Morroni. Nays: None. Absent and not voting: Todd and Welch. * * * * At this time, 12:30 P.M., Commissioner Welch returned to the meeting. * * * * #44a COMMISSIONER MORRONI RE VARIOUS ISSUES Commissioner Morroni discussed the recent New Commission Conference held in Orlando and legislative issues; and offered a reminder regarding the Law Enforcement Dinner on February 9, 2001 at 6:00 P.M. at the Sheraton Sand Key. 2039

29 #44b COMMISSIONER SEEL RE VARIOUS ISSUES Commissioner Seel offered her comments regarding the elimination of the intangible tax, budget issues relative to various projects, the possibility of a Good Business Pinellas segment regarding Raytheon Systems Company, and the American Express National Arts Marketing Project. #44c COMMISSIONER STEWART RE WORKNET AND TAMPA BAY WATER BOARD Bay Water Board meeting. Commissioner Stewart provided updates regarding WorkNet and the Tampa #44d COMMISSIONER LATVALA RE TAMPA BAY WATER BOARD Commissioner Latvala related that Commissioner Stewart had been elected Vice-Chairman of the Tampa Bay Water Board; and discussed the Tampa Bay Water Board meeting. #44e COMMISSIONER WELCH RE VARIOUS ISSUES Commissioner Welch offered comments regarding the New Commission Meeting in Orlando and Commissioner Morroni's legislative experience and insight; the Convention and Visitors Bureau; and water usage fines. #44f CHAIRMAN HARRIS RE VARIOUS ISSUES 2040

30 Chairman Harris discussed the sand sculpture unveiling, project/budget issues and today's online forum from 4:00 to 5:00 P.M. to answer citizens' questions; and offered a consumer tip regarding nontraditional lenders. adjourned at 12:47 P.M. * * * * Upon direction of the Chairman, there being no objection, the meeting was ATTEST: KARLEEN F. De BLAKER, CLERK Chairman By Deputy Clerk 2041