BCC Minutes 06/21/1994 RNaples, Florida, June 2], 1994
LET IT BE REMEMBERED, that the Board of County Commissioners in
and for the County of Collier, and also acting as the Board of Zoning
Appeals and as the governing board(s) of such special districts as
have been created according to law and having conducted business
herein, met on this date at 9:00 A.M. in REGULAR SESSIOM in Building
"F" of the Government Complex, East Naples, Florida, with the
following members present:
CHAIRMAN: Timothy J. Constantine
VICE-CHAIRMAN: Betrye J. Matthews
John C. Norris
Michael J. Volpe
Burr L. Saunde~s
ALSO PRESENT: Sue Barbiretti and Marilyn Fernley, Deputy Clerks;
Netl Dotrill, County Manager; Bill Hargett, Assistant to the County
Manager; Ken Cuyler, County Attorney; David Weigel, Assistant County
Attorney; D~ck Clark, Interim Community Development Services
Administrator; Wayne Arnold, Acting Site Plan Review Director; Bob
Mulhere, Acting Current Planning Manager; Tom Olliff, Public Services
Administrator; Tom Conrecode, OCPM Director; Ed Kant, Senior Traffic
Engineer; Ron Cook, Utilities/Finance Director; John Boldt, Water
Management Director; Deputy Rosa Hernandez-Whtte, Collier County
Sheriff's Office; and Sue Fi]son, Administrative Assistant to the
Board.
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Item #2
AGE& - APPROVED WITH CHANGES
June 21, 1994
Commissioner Saunders moved, seconded by Commissioner Volpe and
carried unanimously, to approve the agenda with the changes as
detailed on the Agenda Change Sheet and the following additional
items.
1. Item #8D1 - To be heard as the last ltem on the agenda.
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Item#2A
CONSENT AGENDA - APPROVED AND/OR ADOPTED
June 21, 1994
The motion for approval of the consent agenda is noted under
Item #16.
(106)
Item ~4A
EMPLOYEE SERVICE AWARDS - PRESENTED
Commissioner Saunders congratulated the following employees for
service with Collier County Government:
Andres Hernandez - 5 Years, Road and Bridge
Wilma Iverson - 5 Years, Real Property
Clndy Penney - 5 Years, Compliance Services
(133)
Item #4B
Presented
Presented
Presented
SPECIAL PRESENTATION TO THE BCC FROM THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
COUNCIL'S CHAIRMAN, R. SCOTT CAMERON - PRESENTED
R. Scott Cameron, Chairman of the Economic Development Council
(EDC), reported on the positive impact on Collier County in regard to
the film industry. He noted that the films "Captiva" and "Just
Cause", have recently been filmed in the County.
He thanked County Staff, the Sheriff's Office and the Collier
County School Board for their efforts and cooperation.
Mr. Cameron read the letters that the EDC received from Warner
Brothers and Captiva Film, Inc.
s$* Commissioner Volpe Jotned the meeting at this time
(489)
Item #4C
PROCLAMATION DESIGNATING THE WEEK OF JUNE 20-26, 1994 AS AMATEUR RADIO
W~MK - ADOPTED
Upon reading of the Proclamation, Commissioner Saunders moved,
seconded b~[ Commissioner Matthews and carried unanimously, that the
Proclamation designating the week of June 20-26, 1994 as Amateur Radio
Week be adopned.
Proclamation accepted by Don Brown, former President of the
Amateur Radio Association of Collier County, also known as WB2QLP.
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BUD43ZT AMENXM4~NTS 94-437, 94-447 AND 94-452 - ADOPTED
Acting Budget Director Mike Smykowski requested adoption
of the three (3) routine Budget Amendments as shown in the Executive
Summary.
Commissioner Norris moved, seconded by Co~niesioner Saunders and
carried unanimously, that Budget Amendments 94-437, 94-447 and 94-452
be adopted.
(628)
Item#TA
RAAEEL BRAUN RE WAIVER OF TIPPING FEES - COUNTY TO PAY FOR TIPPING
FEES
Raakel Braun stated that she is the owner of a parcel of property
that has been used as an illegal dumping ground. She stated that she
has received a notice from Code Compliance requiring that she clean
the property. She said that she would like to have the property
cleaned but requested that the County waive the tipping fees.
In response to Commissioner Volpe, Ms. Braun replied that she has
owned the property for approximately 19 years and this condition has
developed in the past five years.
Commissioner Volpe recalled that in the past, property owners in
Collier County found themselves in the same position and the Board was
unable grant any relief to allow for the waiver.
County Manager Dotrill remarked that the Board cannot waive the
tipping fees. He said that the Board can transfer money from the
General Fund to replace the revenue in the Solid Waste Fund.
In response to Commiss~oner Constantine, Interim Community
Development Administrator Clark replied that the amount of debris ~s
not substantial.
It was the consensus of the Board that with the finding that hnder
this unique circumstance which creates a public nuisance, that the
Board transfer funds from the General Fund to Ihe Solid Waste Fund to
cover the tipping fees and require Ms. Braun to fence the property.
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Commissioner Saunders advised Ms. Braun to monitor the property in
the future.
(888)
GARY R. DIXON RE SETBACK REQUIREMENTS - STAFF TO PROPOSE AMENDMENTS TO
THE LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE
Commissioner Matthews announced that this issue had been settled
late last week. She explained that the problem was that Staff
required a 30 foot setback on Mr. Dtxon's property and it has beHn
resolved to a 20 foot setback.
Wayne Arnold, Acting Site Development Review Director, stated that
he spoke to Mr. Dixon last week. He said that Mr. Dixon's
understanding of the Code was misconstrued. He said that Mr. Dixon's
suggestion is a good one. He said that Staff will develop a Land
Development Code change regarding non-conforming lots.
Commissioner Matthews described the location of the property and
explained that there are many parcels of land that are one acre or
less but Agricultural setbacks are being applied to them.
(927)
Item #SAZ
OPTIONS FOR FURTHER LIMITING THE EXTENT OF CONSTRUCTION POSSIBLE PRIOR
TO SUBMISSION OF THE REQUIRED SPOT SURVEY TO VERIFY REQUIRED SETBACKS
INCLUDING THE CONSIDERATIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS FOR THE DEVELOPMENT
SERVICES ADVISORY COMMITTEE - STAFF DIRECTED TO ASK DEVELOPMENT
SERVICES ADVISORY COMMITTEE TO DEVELOP FINES TO BE IMPLEMENTED THROUGH
THE CONTRACTORS' LICENSING BOARD AND TO ADD A PROMINENT WARNING TO THE
BUILDING PERMIT
Bob Mulhere, Acting Current Planning Manager, stated that the
Board directed Staff to bring back recommendations regarding after-
the-fact variances after reviewing the issue with the Development
Services Advisory Committee.
Mr. Mulhere stated that since 1990, when the 10 day spot check
became effective, the average number of after-the-fact variance
requests is six per year. He said that some are attributed to
existing structures that may have been discovered through a title
search. He said that some result in construction errors when placing
forms.
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~,~?, "- Mr. Mulhere presented three options to the Board. He said that
· .-~.,"; ~ the first option requires that the spot survey be required at the time
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.:~::~./.' the forms and/or steel is in place. He reported that the Development
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.,.,,~..:!!. Services Advisory Committee (DSAC) expressed concern because the forms
"~=:;;(,- could be shifted without the knowledge of the developeF.
~. Nulhe~e ~eve~led that the second option ~ould ~equi~e the spot
~:::~'~{~"~'~.u=vey .imultaneou. to o~ before the Floo~ Elevation Inspection
:~.::'-,~ithe=eby not allowing any addition~l work beyond pouring the floo~.
:~:;~?:' ~u~den on the ove~helming majority of contractors .ho ~e in
· ~ ~mplt~nce with set back requirements. He stated that the DSAC felt
':~.',' .-~ 'f at hi8 i~ the most viable action. He said that no specific
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· ::~:{~":~:~' 8clplinary action has been suggested.
' "' Co~issione~ Norris suggested that a short notice should be promi-
~:~ S~ntly displ~yed on the building permit w~rning that if an encroach-
: .:,~:~:,~.,. :,nt occurs that would require a variance the contractor m~y be
,i~':~e~t~ed to remove that portion of the structure that causes the
' '~{""' ~:~ . Co~ts8ioner Volpe ~ecalled that in the past problem8 have
cur~ed due to the surveyor~s error. He suggested that Staff be
l]owed to administratively grant ~n e~croachment up to six inches
:'~ ~,~, tmder cer in circumstances.
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~::":Mr. Clark agreed that Commissioner Volpe's suggestion is a valid
~e. He stated that the Contractors* Licensing Board and the Code
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orcement Board have a substantial amount of quasi-judicial
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Commissioner Harthews stated that she would like to see the DSAC
~velop suggestions regarding a dtsc!plinarY program.
Commissioner Norris stated that he agrees with Commissioner
arthews. He reiterated his suggestion that a prominent warning be
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displayed on the building permit.
Commissioner Harthews moved, seconded by Commissioner Norris, that
Staff be directed to ask the Development Services Advisory Committee
to Investigate the possibility of instituting fines to be Implemented
by the Contractors' Licensing Board and that a warning be prominently
displayed on the building permit that the contractor may be required
to remove the encroaching portion of the structure.
Mr. Clark asked if Staff would review the Owner/Builder permits as
well to determine other options?
Commissioner Norris stated that there will have to be a different
procedure for Owner/Builder. He said that the Owner/Builder will have
to be notified in written and verbal form when he picks up his permit.
Upon call for the question, the motion carried unanimously.
(1538)
Item #8&2
RESOLUTION 94-447 RE PRELIMINARY ACCEPTANCE OF THE ROADWAY, DRAINAGE,
WATER AND SEWER IMPROVEMENTS FOR THE FINAL PLAT OF "PINE RIDGE
CROSSING" - ADOPTED
In response to Commissioner Matthews, Administrative Assistant to
the Board Ftlson explained that the owner of the property requested
that this Item be brought before the Board a week early because they
wanted to have their grand opening. She confirmed that all the paper-
work was prepared and that the item was scheduled to be placed on the
Consent Agenda next week,
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Acting Site Plan Review Director Arnold confirmed that this Is a
routine Item.
Cmlsetoner Matthews moved, seconded by Commissioner Norris and
carried unanimously, that the Roadway, Drainage, Water and Sewer
~" improvements be accepted for the final plat of "Pine Ridge Crossing",
thereby, adopting Resolution 94-477.
In response to Commissioner Volpe. Assistant County Attorney
Wlegel replied that this Item is part of the contract arrangements
that are routinely heard by the Board consistent with the approval of
the plat which provides that upon completion of the required
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Infrastructure It will be brought back before the Board. He said that
the County Attorney's Office is investigating the potential of
removing this type of item from the routine Consent Agenda and
authorizing administrative approval to Development Services.
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EM~RGUOY DRCLARHD IN ORDER TO EXPEDITE INSTALLATION OF YARBKRRY LANE
RELIE~ DRAIN - APPROVED
John Boldt, Stormwater Management Director, explained that the
objective of this petition is to obtain approval of the installation
of the Yarberry Relief Drain. He explained that for a number of years
flooding has occurred in this area. He said that local residents have
petittoned the Board to correct the problem. He stated that the most
practical solution is to run a storm drain from the Yarberry area
through Sunshine Village and Bear Creek into the Airport Road system.
He said that the Bear Creek project is currently under construction
and landscaping will begin shortly in the area of the proposed storm
drain. He explained that If the storm drain is installed later the
landscaping will be destroyed. He requested that the Board declare
this an emergency in order to expedite the work. He requested that
the Board waive the routine purchasing requirements for the Items
necessary for the installation. He said that the Installation of the
pipe would be under separate contract. He requested that the Board
authorize Staff to Issue a purchase order to Kyle Construction, Inc.
In the amount of $18,150.00 for the installation of the pipe and asso-
ciated structures. He said that no funds have been budgeted for this
pro~ect. He stated that Staff recommends that the following cost
allocation be used; the cost of materials which total $16,600.00 be
paid for by a transfer of funds from Stormwater Management Fund 325
Reserves for Capital Outlay. He said that the cost of the Installa-
tion will be covered by the Transportation Department. He concluded
that Staff is requesting that the Board declare an emergency;
authorize a purchase order to Advance Drainage Systems, Inc., for
materials; and KVle Construction, Inc., for the Installation; process
the appropriate budget amendments; recognize the nature of this
emergency; and issue the purchase orders without encumbering funds.
In response to Commissioner Constantine, Mr. Boldt replied that if
this not declared an emergency additional costs will be incurred at a
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June 21, 1994
Commissioner Norris moved, seconded by Commissioner Volpe and
carried unanimously, to approve Staff recommendations.
(1892)
Item eG~l
RMQUIST FROM THI COLLIER COUNTY AIRPORT AUTHORITY TO ADVANCE THE COST
OF MN2INEERING AND DESIGN FOR THOSE PROJECTS FOR WHICH AIRPORT
DIVMLOPMINT GRANTS HAVE BEEN ISSUED - APPROVED
John Drury, Airport Authority Executive Director, stated that this
is a request to appropriate the costs of engineering and design for
those projects which airport grants have been issued from the State
Aviation Office. He said that the total amount requested is
$291,694.00. He said that the amount that will be reimbursed by the
State is $209,000.00. He said this request is an advance for the
engineering costs associated with all the projects for which grants
have been issued. He said that the reason for the request is that the
design team will be selected in July, 1994, and a contract will be
issued to begin the projects. He said that the funds will not be
expended until the next fiscal year.
Commissioner Saunders asked what the balance is in General Fund
001 reserves?
Mr. Drury replied that the balance is $3.5 million.
Assistant County Manager Hargett stated that this request is basi-
cally a paper transfer.
Commissioner maunders moved, seconded by Commissioner Volpe, to
approve the transfer of funds.
Commissioner Volpe suggested that the option of a funding source
be left available.
Mr. Hargett stated that the General Fund will be reimbursed.
Upon call for the question, the motion carried unanimously.
(2051)
IremeSH2
RIPORT ON RIVIMUIS FOR THE SECOND QUARTER OF FISCAL 1994 - BUDGET
a:~.~xS APPROVED
Bob Byrne, Budget Analyst, referred to the negative signs on the
Revenue Report. He said that the County Gas Tax is projected to run
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approximately 8% below what was originally budgeted. He said this is
due to increased administrative costs from the Department of Revenue.
He said that Landfill Tipping Fees are down due to less waste being
received. He stated that Staff is investigating why the EMS Impact
Fees are down.
In response to Commissioner Matthews, Mr. Byrne stated that the
County Gas Tax is down because instead of taking administrative
charges from each and every gas tax the Department of Revenue is
taking it from the County Gas Tax.
Mr. Byrne requested that the Board approve the necessary budget
amendments in the Road and Bridge Fund, the Solid Waste Fund and the
EMS Impact Fee Fund to reduce the appropriations that were discussed.
Cc~atmstoner Norris moved, seconded by Commissioner Volpe to
approve the necessary budget amendments.
In response to Commissioner Matthews, Mr. Byrne replied that the
funds for the budget amendments will come out of the Reserve Fund.
0j~rn call for the question, the motion carried unanimously.
(2313)
ZtOR#BH3
CHANGE ORDER NUMBER ONE TO THE NORTH COUNTY REGIONAL WASTEWATER
TRIATM~NT PLANT CONTRACT WITH MILMIR CONSTRUCTION, INC. - APPROVED IN
TBJ AMOUNT OF 869,533.00
Tom Conrecede, Office of Capital Projects Management Director,
stated that this is a routine item to approve the change order that
exceeds Staff's authority on the purchasing policy.
In response to Commissioner Constantine, Mr. Conrecede explained
that more is being done in terms of the nature and extent of the
landscaping that was contemplated on the original Site Development
Plan.
COmmissioner Volpe moved, seconded by Commissioner Norris, and
carried unanimously, to approve Staff's recommendation for Change
OrdeT #1 to the contract with Milmir Construction Co., Inc. ~n the
amount of 869,533.00.
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June 21, 1994
REVlEll OF ~XTRA GAIN TIME POLICY AND CRITERIA, COLLIER COUNTY
ORDI!I~ NO. 76-24 - STAFF DIRECTED TO REVIEW EXISTING ORDINANCE WITH
BCC
Assistant County Attorney Wiegel stated that the Board requested
information on the Extra Gain Time policy in effect in Collier County.
He said that he has provided a brief report (not provided to the
Clerk's Office) in regard to Gain Time as distinguished from Extra
Gain Time. He said that both are authorized by State Statute but
Extra Gain Time is a discretionary Item of the Board of County
Commissioners of Counties pursuant to the Board's adoption of a policy
for Extra Gain Time. He said that the Board adopted a policy for
Extra Gain Time for prisoners in Collier County in 1976 by adopting
Ordinance No. 76-24. He said that the Board has the option of
altering, amending or repealing the present policy.
Commissioner Matthews stated that it is her understanding that the
Sheriff does not not allow Extra Gain Time available to prisoners who
are in Jail for drug related crimes, driving under the influence or
violent crimes.
Commissioner Constantine suggested that the policy be adopted for-
mally.
Commissioner Saunders agreed. He stated that the Ordinance has
not been reviewed in quite some time.
Mr. Wiegel informed the Board that the Department of Corrections
provided information in regard to individual Countyws application of
inclusion or exclusion of certain offenses into the Countyts Extra
Gain Time consideration. He said that the Department of Corrections
requires a uniform application. He stated the Department of
Corrections has a list of crimes which may be subject to Gain Time or
Extra Gain Time. He said that they recommend that it is not in the
province of the Counties to choose those crimes that they determine
will not be subject to Gain Time.
Commissioner Volpe suggested that rather than amending the
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~'½:'~ 0rdinsnce by embodying the criteria used by the Sheriff, that a
~ Resolution be adopted.
Mr. Wiegel stated that tt ts possible to adopt a Resolution. He
suggested, in the historical context, providing an amendment to the
Ordinance to state that a Resolution may be utilized from time to
time.
Commissioner Volpe suggested that as part of the update of the
Ordinance, that the standard criteria established be incorporated into
the amendment.
Commissioner Constantine stated that if the list of crimes uti-
lized by the Department of Corrections is Inconsistent with the
Sheriff's current policy, the Ordinance should be reconsidered.
Commissioner Matthews expressed concern that amending the
Ordinance would restrict the Sheriff from his policy.
Assistant County Attorney Hiegel stated that the County Attorney's
office will be happy to work with the Board and bring back lnfor-
marion.
Commissioner Volpe stated that the Ordinance can be repealed and
that Extra Gain Time may not be given to any prisoners.
(2729)
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~XTRA GAIN TIME FOR INMATE NO. 59205 - APPROVED
Cosaisstoner Volpe moved, seconded by Commissioner Matthews, to
approve Extra Gain TIme for Inmate No. 59205.
Upon call for the question, the motion carried &/1 (Commissioner
Coa~t~at~ oi~o~).
(2741)
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DISCUSSION RE T~ EXTENSION OF THE ST. MATTHEWS' HOUSE BUILDING PERHIT
- BCC WILL SUSPEND SIX MONTH TIME LIHIT FOR BUILDING PERMIT DURING
CONDITIONAL USE PROCESS FOR ALTERNATE SITE
Commissioner Norris stated that St. Matthews' House has a building
permit for a parcel of property on Glades Boulevard and Airport Road.
He aatd that In order to find an alternative location continuing nego-
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June 21, 1994
He said that the negotiations have taken
Commissioner Norris explained that the building permit is good for
six months and may be administratively extended for two 90 day
periods. He stated that the representatives of St. Matthews' have
been concerned that In order to find another location and proceed with
the conditional use process would probably use up three or four months
of time which is what is left on their current building permit.
Commissioner Norris requested that the Board grant a commitment
that as long as good faith negotiations are proceeding In an effort to
find a new location, the building permit will be extended so that it
does not expire before St. Matthews' House is finished with the con-
dtttonal use process.
Commissioner Saunders announced that he has met with all the con-
cerned parties in an effort to resolve this issue. He suggested that
at this time, the Board not extend the Building Permit but make an
Informal Indication to the Board of St. Matthews', that In the event
good faith negotiations continue the Board would consider an extension
of the Building Permit. He said that he Is concerned that if the
Board makes a commitment now, that may provide St. Matthews' House
with more time to raise funds to build in the current location.
Commissioner Norris agreed. He stated that his Intent is to
remove any potential obstacle in the selection of an alternate site.
Commissioner Volpe suggested that the Board should express that it
will consider, in connection with any application for Conditional
Use, the suspension of the time extension on the Building Permit once
the Conditional Use Application has been filed.
Assistant County Attorney Wtegel advised that the Board should be
authorized to place time restrictions on the permit as deemed
appropriate by the Board.
Commissioner Matthews stated that rather than interfere with the
administrative process, Development Services has established that
administrative extensions will be granted. She stated if a further
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extension is required, the Board will strongly consider the suspension
of the Building Permit.
Commissioner Saunders stated that his continuing support of
Matthews' House Is contingent on their good faith efforts to move to a
new location. He said that a new site that is acceptable has been
located and St. Matthews' House presented an offer, although everyone
knew that the offer would not be accepted by the land seller. He said
that the land seller made a reasonable counter offer but St. Matthews'
House declined and said that they would go back to the original loca-
tion. He questioned the good faith of St. Matthews' House in those
efforts. He said that the Board should send a clear signal that they
are not negotiating in good faith.
Commissioner Norris agreed with Commissioner Saunders. He said
that St. Matthews' House needs a firm commitment.
Commissioner Saunders stated that he would entertain an emergency
amendment to the Land Development Code dealing with the administrative
approval of Building Permit extensions.
Commissioner Matthews reiterated that the Board should not inter-
fere with administrative procedures unless they are done by Ordinance
amendments.
Commissioner Norris stated that he believes that Commissioner
Volpe's suggestion Is the best way to get a firm commitment.
Commissioner Volpe stated that he is unwilling to consider an
emergency amendment to the Ordinance due to this instance because of
possible legal ramifications.
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Assistant County Manager Hargett stated that he Is unclear as to
what direction the Board ts providing.
In response to Commissioner Norris, Mr. Wieg.l replied that Staff
can administratively deny the extensions.
Commissioner Volpe suggested Inviting the Interested parties to
come before the Board and explain what they are trying to do and how
the Board can act as a factlltator.
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see Ccnsmtssioner Saundere left the meeting at this time
Commissioner Norris stated that he Is not sure that the suggestion
Is appropriate because the negotiations are between private entities.
Commissioner Constantine commented that he ts not sure how produc-
tive a meeting with the concerned parties will be.
Commissioner Norris moved that the Board of County Commissioners
will suspend the six month time limit on the St. Matthews' Building
Psrmtt dnrlng any future conditional use applications for an alternate
sits. Seconded by Commissioner Volpe.
In response to Commissioner Matthews, County Attorney Cuyler con-
firmed that the motion does not administratively Interfere with
Development Services.
~ call for the question, the motion carried 4/0 {Commissioner
2axnxders mat).
see Re. see: 10:50 AN - Reconvened: 11:10 AN At this time
Delmtw Clerk Fernlay replaced Deputy Clerk Barblretti
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!~/SZII~A~ZORS ]~r S01PI~ARZ CONS[TL~iTS - V&CARRO CONST:T~TZNG ARD ACCORD
Ron Cook, Utilities Finance Director, stated that ranking sheets
have been distributed to Board members and only two (2) firms are
listed because Technology Partners, Inc. withdrew after the short list
was approved due to prior business commitments through August 1994.
He stated that the two (2) firms remaining are John Scoggtns and
Associates, Inc. and Vaccaro Consulting and Accord Group who have
Joined forces to present a proposal.
Commissioner Constantine Indicated that each company will be
allowed ten (10) minutes for the initial presentation and five
minutes for questions from the Board.
John Scoggtns of John Scoggtns and Associates, Inc.,
DanielavAils, GA, stated that the presentation is in response to the
County's request for consulting services to evaluate the current
Utilities Management System.
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· .~=~. Mr. Scoggtns stated that the County requires a successful utility
i~ management system to support Collier County and the six (6) items to
be studied are: 1) Specific Plan: Phased Implementation of Systems by
Priority; 2) User-Oriented Organization With Ongolng Oversight
Responsibilities; 3) Appropriate Staffing in Data Processing;
4) Sufficient Investment in Hardware and Software; 5) Training,
Training, Training: Technical Staff and End-Users; and 6) Recognize
Interdependence of Information Among County Offices. He explained
that 90 percent of the work is completed in cooperation with user
staff and he believes strongly in the training aspect.
Mr. Scoggins stated that in conducting over 50 similar utility
studies and over 250 similar studies for city and county governments
over the past 18 years, one (1) of the most common causes of
failure of Information management systems, whether manual or auto-
'.:' mated, is lack of training.
Mr. Scoggtns Indicated that the flow of information through
government offices is also an Important aspect of an Information
management system.
Mr. Scoggtns stated that the information system components are
]:]-' functional (user needs), technical (computer and communication tech-
nology) and political (cooperation and support). He explained that
the functional components are comprised of what does the organization
· want to do, when do they want to do it and how. He pointed out that
approximately 75 percent of effort will be In defining user needs.
Mr. Scoggins explained that the technical aspect includes the
computer and communications technology which is becoming more
transparent to the user because of changes in technology.
Mr. Scoggtns stated that the political aspect addresses the
cooperation and support between departments and the relationship of
staff, department heads and division chiefs In working together which
can determine the success or failure of a system.
Mr. Scoggtns stated that John Scoggtns & Associates has been in
the consulting business for approximately 18 years with three (3)
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principals who will work on the project. He Indicated that he has 42
years of experience In government at the federal, state and local
level, of which 25 years are in computer technology and 18 years con-
suiting to city, county governments in 38 states. He stated that the
cities he has performed consulting services for ranged in sizes of
3,OOO utility customers to over 200,000 customers and presently is
working for the City of Tampa performing a comprehensive study on
their utility operations. Mr. Scoggtns pointed out that John
Scoggins & Associates is presently conducting a study for the Collier
County Community Development Services Department.
Mr. Scoggtns stated that the key element is methodology and
begins with project staff organization which requires staff partici-
pation. He explained that a workshop training session with all
affected personnel will be held and a detailed inventory of current
resources will be conducted. Mr. Scoggtns Indicated that he is
familiar with NCC which is the equipment Collier County currently
utilizes.
Mr. Scoggtns stated that the status of current resources entails
the level of technical user staff training and knowledge.
Mr. Scoggtns Indicated that approximately 70 percent of the time
will be spent on functional requirements assessment and analysis. He
explained that the assessment will establish the benchmarks in which
to measure efficiency of the current system against the needs of the
organization and will be accomplished by conducting surveys and
Interviews. Mr. Scoggtns stated that the forms an organization utili-
zes can be more Indicative of how an organization operates and the day
to day needs than Individuals.
Mr. Scoggtns stated that there are four (4) subsystems Involved
in a good utility management system, I.e. customer service, billing
and collection, operations and maintenance, and capital Improvements,
and a detailed analysis of all four (4) aspects wtll be completed as
part of the study.
Mr. Scoggtns explained that after the Information is collected, a
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rive (5) year plan will be compiled prior to evaluating the current
system since rive (5) years is the life expectancy or technology for
both hardware and software.
Mr. Scoggtns pointed out that a 100 page list of functional
requirements compiled by John Scoggins & Associates addressing the
four (4) subsystems will be the basis from which the user requirements
will start in order to define the detail functional requirements
unique to Collier County.
Mr. Scoggins concluded that a recommendation will be made at the
conclusion of the study to either modify/enhance or replace the
current system along with the cost involved.
In response to Commissioner Saunders, Mr. Scoggtns informed the
Board that John Scoggtns & Associates ts a consulting firm and does
not provide or market computer hardware or software.
Mr. Scoggtns stated that John Scoggtns & Associates is a
Subchapter S corporation and has 16 associates that specialize in dif-
ferent computer fields who are contacted whenever their particular
resource is needed.
In response to Commissioner Volpe, Mr. Scoggtns Indicated that
the three (3) persons who will be assigned to this project are working
on the Tampa project but the majority of the work involved on the
Tampa project will be complete in a week. He explained that the final
contract negotiations for computer system analysis for the City of
Gainesrills will be completed within 15 to 30 days. Mr. Scogglns
stated that 60 to 90 days will be necessary to complete the Collier
County utilities system analysis.
In response to Commissioner Matthews, Mr. Scoggtns Informed that
Sheldon Cohen, a member of the Staff who lives in Boston, will make
two (2) trips to Collier County to perform the analysis.
Mr. Cook Introduced Chip Collins of The Accord Group, Texas.
Mr. Collins stated that Vaccaro Consulting, Inc. and the Accord
Group work exclusively with local governments and perform four (4)
primary functions, i.e. evaluate systems, develop short and long range
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Information system plans, select computer systems and managing Impla-
mentations of the systems. He explained that the Vaccaro Consulting
and the Accord Group are independent consultants and do not sell hard-
ware or software but provide unbiased, practical recommendations.
Mr. Collins Indicated that Vaccaro and Accord have a broad
knowledge of local government operations including utility billing,
work order processing, purchasing and the cormactivity Issues between
utilities and financial management, along with experience reviewing
and evaluating computer system.
Mr. Collins explained that a comprehensive approach to emphasis
user rather than technical aspects will be utilized. He pointed out
that Vaccaro and Accord are familiar with the hardware and software
currently used.
Mr. Collins stated that the project approach will emphasize user
involvement because the users are the key to implementing any
recommendation. He explained that the first step is to work with
Collier County to organize a project team and schedule meetings to
develop a project schedule, schedule interviews and to distribute user
questionnaires. Mr. Collins indicated that a project workshop meeting
will be held with the project team to review the findings to date,
discuss project issues, and discuss the remaining project work tasks
and timetable.
Mr. Collins etated that step two addresses the more technical
side of the Issue once the user perspective viewpoint has been
established and Interviews will be conducted.
Mr. Collins stated that Information collected from steps one and
two will be reviewed at another workshop and recommendations made as
to what Is needed to correct a problem that has been discovered. He
pointed out that the recommendations can range from doing nothing to
replacing the whole system and the costs and pros and cons of each
recommendation will be discussed and developed with the project team
at the workshop.
Mr. Collins indicated that the long range Information system plan
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will be prepared and the final report presented to the Board.of county
commissioners.
Mr. Collins stated that two (2) people will comprise the project
team, himself and Garry Vaccaro. He explained that that he has 18
years experience working with local governments from initially
Installing city and county systems to consulting which has been hie
goal since graduate school. Mr. Collins pointed out that he evalu-
ates, plans, selects and implements computer systems and has clients
all across the Country ranging in population from 12,500 to 250,000.
He indicated that there is not an area affecting utility billing that
Vaccaro and Accord have not worked with.
Mr. Collins stated that Mr. Vaccaro has provided consulting
services for 13 to 15 years primarily in the upper midwest area of the
United States. He indicated that Mr. Vaccaro's expertise is hardware
as well as similar experience in evaluating, selecting and working
with different systems.
Mr. Collins indicated that Vaccaro and Accord have been working
with the City of Kissimmee, Florida for four to five (4-5) years with
the first engagement being an evaluation of the computer systems. He
explained that work has been performed for numerous cities in Texas,
including Pear/and near Houston, Carrollton near Dallas and LaPorte.
Mr. Col/ins concluded that Vaccaro and Accord has extensive
experience in planning, evaluating and developing plans for local
government. He indicated that 75 percent of Vaccaro and Accord work
comes from previous clients and they are the best sellers of the
companies.
In response to Commissioner Matthews, Mr. Collins indicated that
the long range plan is from three to five (S-5) years in length with a
large amount of detail covering a 12 to 24 month period for making
management methodolog~ changes as technolog~ and environments change.
Commissioner Volpe questioned what observations have been made of
the County's existing system?
Mr. Vaccaro explained that an opportunity for obtaining specific
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requirements of the utility billing system was not presented when he
visited the facility in the past. He indicated that his visits
addressed the work performed on the present system.
In response to Commissioner Volpe, Mr. Collins stated that he
prefers entering into a study without any bias.
Mr. Collins stated that the Coopers & Lybrand report was
thoroughly perused and the potential exists of replacing the NCC
system but will entail expense and disruption. He explained that
after the study, options and risk will be presented for consideration
by the Board of County Commissioners.
Mr. Vaccaro stated that the work plan explains that an evaluation
of the different approaches will be made with the strengths and
weaknesses and a recommendation made as to which approach is felt most
appropriate.
In response to Commissioner Volpe, Mr. Collins explained that
none of the references listed were Joint ventures by Vaccaro
Consulting and The Accord Group.
Mr. Cook commented that the short list of consulting firms was
presented unranked and unbias but both firms making presentations
today are qualified to perform the study.
At this time the Consultant Selection Tabulation Forms were
marked by each Board member and Vaccaro Consulting, Inc. and The
Accord Group were selected as the software consultants to perform the
Uti/itWBilling aWetea Software Analysis.
(2093)
ltes.ll4
BOARD OF COUNTY CO~W~ISSIONKRSs COMMUNICATIONS
Commissioner Matthews stated that she recently vtslted BiloxJ,
MIssissippi, and took pictures of the gambling casinos for the Board
of County Commissioners information and feels that gambling has not
not been a benefit.
see Cmissioner Saunders moved, seconded by Commissioner Matthews
and carried 4/0 (Commissioner Volpe out), that the following items
under the consent agenda be approved and/or adopted:
Itel#XSA/
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leESOLUTION 94-426 GRANTING FINAL ACCEPTANCE OF THE ROAINAY, DRAINAGE,
KIkTlSt AND SEWER lNYROV~-x-fe-xS FOR THE FINAL PLAT OF "DOLPHIN COVE"
See Pages
Item #ll&2
ACCEPTANCE OF THE MAINTENANCE SECURITY FOR SEWER HOOK-UP FOR WESTERN
&liTTO Ill' TH~ 3AEGER IRDUSTHIAL PARE
See Pages ~//
item
ACCIPTJLNCI OF REPLACDI/NT MAINTENANCE SECURITY FOR THE INFRASTRUCTURE
WITHIN wL~LY RESORT PHASE 0NE-C' - WITH STIPULATIONS AS LISTED IN THE
EXECOTIVg SUteULRY
ltes#16&4
&CCIPTANCX OF FIRE LINg AND WATER FACILITIES FOR DfiULSSY WOODS
C~ll.uaXTr c~ - wITH TEE STIPULATIONS AS LISTED IN TIrE EXECUTIVE
RESOLUTION 94-427 APPROVAL OF RECORDING THE FINAL PLAT OF 'SOUTHPOINTE
AT WIlDSTAR MARIlIA'
Item GIG&6
ACC~PTZ/C] OF THE SECURITY FOR EXCAVATION PERMIT NO. 59.509 'PELICAN
MARS~ EFFLUENT POND EXCAVATION' LOCATED IN SECTION 35, T48S, R25E
Item #16ATA
RESOLUTION 94-428, PROVIDING FOR ASSESSMENT OF LIEN FOR THE COST OF
THE ABATEMENT OF PUBLIC NUISANCE RE COMPLIANCE SERVICES CASE NO.
31116-0S2~ ONNER OF RECORD - DAVID A. PHLGER & GEORGIA A. FELGER
See Pages
Item t16A7B
RESOLUTION 94-429, PROVIDING FOR ASSESSMENT OF LIEN FOR THE COST OF
TH~ laaTI)!~NT OF PUBLIC NUISANCE RE COMPLIANCE SERVICES CASE NO.
S1115--O96~ owleXit OF RECORD - JOHN R. SWANSON
See Pages [)~'-3'.3
ltem el6ATC
RESOLUTION g4-4S0, PROVIDING FOR ASSESSMENT OF LIEN FOR THE COST OF
TH~ A~AT~MENT OF FUBLIC NUISANCE RE COMPLIANCE SERVICES CASE NO.
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June 21, 1994
31108-079; OWNER or RECORD - BARBARA K. H/~ORY
See Pages
Item#16ATD
RESOLUTION 94-431o PROVIDING FOR ASSESSMENT OF LIEN FOR THE COST OF
T]~ ABATBNENT OF ~LZC ~IS~CE RE CO~LI~CE SERVICES CASE NO.
See Pages
RESOLUTION 94-432, PROVIDING FOR ASSESSMENT
THE &BATEPENT OF IqIBLIC NUISANCE RE COMPLIANCE SERVICES CASE NO.
31101-053; OWNER OF RECORD - DAVID ROBIN PHILLIPS
Item #16A7F
RESOLUTION 94-433, PROVIDING FOR ASSESSMENT OF LIEN FOR THE COST OF
TH~ aBATDTENT OF PUBLIC NUISANCE RE COMPLIANCE SERVICES CASE NO.
31027-052; OWNER OF RECORD - CHARLES DOBOZY, FRANK BROCKINGTON
See Pages
Item #16&7G
RESOLUTION 94-434, PROVIDING FOE ASSESSMENT OF LIEN FOR THE COST OF
THE ABATEMENT OF PUBLIC NUISANCE RE COMPLIANCE SERVICES CASE NO.
31027-036; OWNER OF RECORD - ALPBONS0 CAMPBELL
Item e16&TH
I~ESOLUTZON 94-435, PROVIDING FOR ASSESSMENT OF LIEN FOR THE COST OF
TB~ ABaTeMEET OF PUBLIC NUISANCE RE COMPLIANCE SERVICES CUE NO.
31021-075; ONNER OF RECORD - GERE FOGLE
Item #16ATI
RESOLUTION 94-436, PROVIDING FOR ASSESSMENT 01 LIEN FOR THE COST OF
THE ABATBNBFr OF PUBLIC NUISANCE RE COMPLIANCE SERVICES CASE NO.
31021-019; OWNER OF RECORD - ALBERT LEE & MARGARET LEE
Item t16ATJ
RESOLUTION 94-437, PROVIDING FOR ASSESSMENT OF LIEN FOR THE COST OF
THE ABATEMENT OF PUBLIC NUISANCE RE COMPLIANCE SERVICES CASE NO.
31021-018; OWNER OF RECORD - JESSIE A. ROBERTS EST.
S,e P.ges 2--
Pap 24
Ju~e 21, 1994
!tESOMrfION 94-438, PROVIDING FOR ASSESSMENT OF LIEN FOR TH~ COST OF
THE A~IT~3GNT OF~LIC ~IS~CE ~ C0~LI~C~ SERVICES CASE NO.
~1021~1~ ~ OF ~CO~ - ~SSIE ROBERTS EST.
Ires el6kTL
RESOLUTION 94-&39, PROVIDING FOR ASSESSNENT OF LIEN FOR TEE COST OF
TH~ ABATENKNT OF ~LIC ~IS~CE ~ C0~LI~CE SERVICES CASE NO.
31011-127; ~R OF RECORD - NITSU SHI~H~ & GEORGETTE SHI~
Item #16A~M
RESOLUTION 94-440, PROVIDING FOR ASSESSMENT OF LIEN FOR Tlrg COST OF
THE aXtTE3~NT OF PUBLIC NUISANCE RE CCY~PLIANCE SERVICES CUE NO.
31011-069; OWNER OF RECORD - BENJANIN LEON,
See Pages F/-I'-- 7~
RESOLUTION 94-441, PROVIDING FOR ASSESSlaNT OF LIB FOR ~ COST OF
~~~ OF~LIC ~IS~CE ~ C~I~CE S~I~S C~E NO.
31011-052~ ~ OF REC0~ - G~ OLIGS~EGER
Itm~#16AT0
RJS0LUTION 94-442, PROTIDING !~R ASSESSMKIrr OF LIEN FOR ~ COST 0F
~ IBITJ3~GIT OF POBLIC NUISANC~ RE COHI~IJ~CE SERVICES CASE
31011-02i; OJ~[3~ 0F RJC0RD - DIETER S0}rD~GGER, CHRISTIRE SOND~GGER
ltem#16A7P
RESOLUTION 94-443, PROVIDING FOR ASSESSMENT OF LIEN FOR THE COST OF
TH~ ABATEMENT OF PUBLIC NUISANCE RE COMPLIANCE SERVICES CASE NO.
31008-013; OWNER OF RECORD - JEROME J. BLITZER & ELAINE BLITZER
ltma eleA8
AUT!IOP/ZATZON ~R RECORDING OF THE FINAL PLAT OF "FIS~RAN~ LITTLE
leaSOLUTION 94--444, AUTHORIZING ACCEPTANCE OF THE FINAL PLAT OF "KETCH
CAT AT MINDSTAN UNIT ONE" - WITE THE STIPULATIONS AS LISTED IN THE
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June 21, 1994
ta#lSA10
RESOLUTION 94-445 ACCEPTANCE OF PRELIMINARY ACCEPTANCE OF THE ROADWAY,
DRAINAGE, WATER AND SEWER IMPROVEMENTS FOR THE FINAL PLAT OF "QUAIL
WEST UNIT ONE, REP~T BLOCKS E AND F. FIRST ADDITION" - WITH THE
STIPULATIONS AS LISTED IN THE EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
See Pages ~a
Item #18A11
ACCEPTANCE OF WATER AND S~WER FACILITIES FOR QUAIL WEST UNIT ONE,
BLOCKS G & H - WITH THE STIPULATIONS AS LISTED IN THE EXECUTIVE
SUMMARY
NOTE: DOCDNENTS NOT RECgIYED XN CLEBK TO BOARD OFFICE AS OF 8/17/94
Item #16A12
ACCEPTANCE OF WATER AND SEWER FACILITIES FOR QUAIL WEST UNIT ONE,
BLOC~S E & F, FIRST ADDITION - WITH THE STIPULATIONS AS LISTED IN THE
EXECUTIV~ SUMMARY
NOTE: DOCUHERT NOT RECKIVKD IN CLERK TO BOARD OFFICE AS OF 8/J7/94
Item #16A13
RESOLUTION 94-446 PRELIMINARY ACCEPTANCE OF THE ROADWAY, DRAINAGE,
WAT~ AND SEWER IMPROVFa4ENTS FOR THE FINAL PLAT OF "QUAIL WEST UNIT
ONE, REPLAT BLOCKS G AND H" - WITH THE STIPULATIONS AS LISTED IN THE
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
See Pages ~/'z
Item #1681
A~FTBORIZATION OF A TRANSPORTATION ROAD IMPACT FEE REFUND IN
CONFORMANCE WITH SECTION 3.07 OF ORDINANCE 92-22, AS AMENDED, ON
BEHALF OF CANTERBURY INVESTMENT CORPORATION FOR AN ADULT CONGREGATE
LIVING FACILITY (ACLF) - IN THE AMOUNT OF $15,704.00
Item #16C1
AUTHORIZATION OF BUDGET AMENDMENT FROM THE GENERAL FUND RESERVES TO
PAY THE MARCO ISLAND PARKING LOT EMINENT DOMAIN LAWSUIT - IN THE
AMOUNT OF $30,600.00
Item #16C2
CONTRACT AMENDMENT #001 INCREASING FEDERAL OLDER AM~-RICANSe ACT
FUNDING WITH SERVICES FOR SENIORS - IN THE AMOUNT OF 88,393.00
Item e16C3
APPLICATION AND CONTRACT FOR CONTINUATION GRANT OF COMMUNITY CAR~ FOR
T~ ELDERLY AND ALZHEIMER~S DISEASE INITIATIVE FUNDING AND AWARD BID
94-2203 FOR GR/U~ SERVICES - COUNTY TO MATCH FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF
$54,000.00
Item #16C4
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AUTHORIZATION OF A BUDGET AMENDMENT FOR THE CENTRAL LIBRARY
TRANSFERRING FUNDS WITHIN THE DEPARTMENT BUDGET FROM THE PERSONNEL
APPROPRIATION UNIT TO THE 0PERATIN3 APPROPRIATION UNIT TO COVER
EXPENSES THROUGH THE END OF THE FISCAL YEAR - TRANSFER AMOUNT
870,100.00
Item #16D1
STIPULATED FINAL JUDGEMENT RELATIVE TO EASEMENT ACQUISITION FOR THE
GOLDEN OaTH WELLFIELD EXPANSION AND AUTHORIZATION OF ADDITIONAL
DEPOSIT OF 82,400.00 IN THE COURT REGISTRY
Item #16D2
AWARD BID 94-2205 FOR WELLFIELD MAINTENANCE AND REHABILITATION TO
AQUIFER MAINTENANCE - IN THE ESTIMATED AMOUNT OF 8355,635.00
Item #16D3
HARDSHIP ASSISTANCE PROGRAM - ASSESSMENT DEFERRAL FOR 1994
Item #16F1
AUTHORIZATION OF THE MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN LEE COUNTY
AND COLLIER COUNTY
Item #16G1
See Pages
AUTHORIZATION OF A TRANSFER FROM RESERVES FOR CONTINGENCIES TO THE
HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE PROGRAM AND APPROVAL OF APPROPRIATE BUDGET
Item #16G2
AUTHORIZE THE ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES DIVISION REPRESENTATIVE TO SIGN
THX DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AUTHORIZATION FOR LOAN OF
PRESERVED MAMMAL SPECIMENS FORM
Item #1663
APPROVAL 0r PAYMENT OF TRUCKING CHARGES FOR LIMEROCK TO THE INMOKALEE
LANDrILL AND AUTHORIZATION 0F APPROPRIATE BUDGET AMENDMENT
Item #16H1
BUDGET AMENDMENT AND PAYMENT OF A PERMIT APPLICATION PROCESSING FEE
FOR THE ISLES OF CAPRI ROAD IMPROVIU4ENT PROJECT, PHASE 2, CIE NO. 37 -
IN'r HE ANOUNT OF 89,000.00
Item #16H2
WORK ORDER uRuER THE CURRENT ANNUAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICE AGREEMENT FOR
PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR DESIGN AND PERMITS WITH AGNOLI,
BARBER & BRUNDAGE TO EXTEND WASTEWATER COLLECTION SERVICES TO THE
REGIONAL WATER TREATMENT PLANT, THE COUNTY LANDFILL, AND AREAS ALONG
C.R. 951 NORTH OF 1-75
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-~ee P~ges /~/[~
MXSCKLLANIOU8 CORRESPONDENCE - FILED AND/OR REFERRED
The following miscellaneous correspondence was filed and or
referred as presented by the Board of County Commissioners:
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ItemS1631
CERTIFICATES OF CORRECTION TO THE TAX ROLLS AS PRESENTED BY THE
PROPERTY APPRAISER
1993 TANGIBLE PERSONAL PROPERTY
No.
160/161
1992 REAL PROPERTY
Date
05/31/9~
06/20/94
1993 RLq~ PROPERTY
190 06/06/94
Item e16J2
SATISFACTIONS OF LIEN FOR SERVICES 0F THE PUBLIC DEFENDER
see Pages /,,P'dZ---,,,~/~
Item t16L1
REJECTION OF FUNDING REQUEST FROM J. MARION MOORMAN, APPELLATE PUBLIC
DEI~DER FOR THE TENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT
·ISIS
There being no further business for the Good of the County, the
meeting was adjourned by Order of the Chair - Time: 12:00 P.M.
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS/EX
OFFICIO GOVERNING BOARD{S) OF
SPECIAL RICTS UNDER ITS
C0NT
- AIRMAN~{~,
:~..:. -
ATS! ~ C , R
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as pr sen ed /
or as corrected
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