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BCC Minutes 06/27/1991 B Nap]es, Florida, June 27, 1991 LET IT BE REMEMBERED, that the Board of CourLty Comml~s]oner~ In and for the 0ounty 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 hore~n, met on this dat, at 9:00 A,M. In BUDaKT WORKSHOP SKSSION In Building "F" of the Government Complex, East Nap]es, Florida, with the following members present: C!IAIRMAN: Patricia Anne 0oodnlght VICE-CHAIRMAN: Michael J. Volpe Richard S. Shanahan Max A. Hasse, Jr. Burr L, Saunders ALSO PRESENT: Ellle Hoffman, De~Jby Farri~, and Wanda Arrlghl, Deputy Clerks; Nell Dorrtll, County Manager; Ron McLemore, Assistant County Manager; Jennifer Pike and Tom Olliff, Assistants to the County Manager; Mike McNees, Budget Director; Mike Smykowskt, Jean Gansel, Ed Finn and Bob Byrne, Budget Analysts; George Archibald, Transportation Services Administrator; Jay Reardon, Emergency Services Administrator; Tom Conrecode, Office of Capital Projects Management Director; and Murdo Smith, Acting Parks & Recreation Director. Page June 27, 1991 ~ounty Nanaoer Budget Analyst Gansel stated that the first budget to be reviewed is that of the County Manager with an overall increase of 5~. She indicated that this is a status quo budget. County Manager Dotrill advised that the budget was prepared using the salary guidelines and as a result of knowing what the actu.~2 salaries will be, app:c?riat~, r~duct ion~ amounting to $11,OO0 will be made. Ms. Gansel called attention to Page 59, Board Related Costs which includes copying the agenda, County Commission Newsletter, advertising the agenda, etc. She pointed out that there is a substantial increase of §2% or $135,700 total. She explained that when the budget was pre- pared last year, there were cost saving measures that were proposed to be implemented, i.e. reducing the ad in the newspaper and reducing the number of copies of the agenda for distribution, however, these changes were not made and the agenda Increased in size. County Manager Dotrill reported that the largest cost is the cost for advertising the agenda. He remarked that recently, staff has been typing the agenda and providing the newspaper with a floppy disc which is put directly into the offset print machine and supposedly, the County will be saving money. Ms. Gansel referred to Page 60, Office of Management and Budget. She indicated that overall, there is a reduction of -2.3% which basi- cally reflects a status quo budget. She remarked that there is a reduction in the Qualtec contract for the Quality Improvement Program, noting that the budget had been amended this year to increase that contract since things were moving along very quickly and therefore, there will be a reduction in the upcoming fiscal year. Mr. McNees advised that the consultant has been paid to teach Collier County employees to be the trainers and eventually the con- sultant will be phased out entirely. Budget Analyst Smykowskt stated that Page 61 is the proposed budget for the Office of Capital Projects Management with an overall o3 Page 2 June 27, 1991 4~ Increase in total appropriations and there are no expanded service requests. Budget Analyst Byrne advised that Page 63 reflects the Pelican Bay Services Division. He Indicated that there is a 57.2% increase in total appropriations due to comparing apples to oranges. He noted that Fund 778, Street Lighting District, was not previously included. He related that the FY 91 budget included a reserve account which was not budgeted but is being budgeted for FY 92. He explained that the actual appropriations for the District are down Commissioner Volpe recalled that there have been discussions with respect to whether the offices at Pelican Bay will be maintained. Mr. Jim Ward advised that the actual cost of maintaining that office including personnel Is between $50,000 and $70,000. He related that the actual cost of the office is approximately $22,000 per year. He indicated that the original lessee was the Pelican Bay Improvement District and Collier County/Pelican Bay Services assumed that lease. County Manager Dotrill stated that it is the recommendation of the Advisory Board that for the sake of convenience and the fact that they are paying for that office, that it remain for the coming year. Mr. Byrne reported that Page 64 is Pelican Bay Improvement DlstrIct's Water Management Operating Budget. He pointed out that this budget demonstrates the results of the increased reserves and the split of the departments between Right-of-way BeautifIcation and Water Management. Mr. Byrne stated that Page 65 Is the Street Lighting Department supported by ad valorem taxes. He remarked that this budget has increased slightly due to an Increased level of reserves. Mr. Byrne called attention to Page 66, Right-of-way Beautif/cation which is shown separately for the first time this year. Mr. Byrne advised that Page 67 details the summary of the Improvement Districts and the overall appropriations are down -5.5%. Mr. Byrne indicated that Page 68 relates to the Marco Island Beautlftcatton District with a -29.8~ decrease in appropriations. He 04 Page 3 $une 27, 1991 stated that this results in an ad valorem tax decrease of -23.8%. Mr. Byrne remarked that Pine Ridge Industrial Park for roadway, water, sewer and drainage improvements is detailed on Page 69. He noted that overall appropriations are down -7.2% and is currently funded by loan proceeds on the line of credit. Commissioner Volpe remarked that he has received communications with regard to the beautification and maintenance of the medians in the Westlake Beautlfication District. He noted that this budget reflects a 60.6% increase. Mr. Byrne advised that the increase is due to additional reserves in that fund and there is no increase in ad valorem taxes. Commissioner Volpe stated that he has received complaints that there is no work being done in that area. Capital Projects Management Director Conrecode advised that only the beautfftcation of the entrance is being funded. He indicated that in previous years the reserves were depleted and they are being brought back up this year. County Manager Dotrill explained that the Advisory Committee has expressed to do nothing more than mowing between the edge of the right-of-way and the wall bearing the name of "Westlake Subdivision" Mr. Byrne stated that Page 71 details the Golden Gate Parkway Beautification MSTU which reflects -24.7% decrease in appropriations and corresponding ad valorem tax decrease of -3.4%. Mr. Conrecode advised that there are different phases of work involved in the Golden Gate Parkway Beautiftcatton. He indicated that the subject budget provides for maintenance but the expansion of Phases 1, 2 and 3 extends the beaut/f/cation along Golden Gate Parkway toward CR-951 comes from Fund 301. Mr. Byrne indicated that the Naples Production Park detail is show~ on Page 72, noting that overall appropriations are fairly status. Mr. Byrne pointed out that Page 73 relates to the Sabal Palm Road Extension MSTU. He remarked that the preliminary engineering study has been completed and the 51% increase in appropriations is due to 05 Page 4 June 27, 1991 the fact that there is a larger carry forward than expected. Mr. Byrne stated that Page 74 details the Lely Golf Estates Beautlflcation MSTU with a 9% increase in total appropriations due to debt service on a tax anticipation note. He reported that overall ad valorem taxes are down -2.9%. Mr. Byrne called attention to Page 75, Chokoloskee Island MSTU. He advised that the feasibility study has been completed and there is no tax levy anticipated. Mr. Byrne declared that the Marco Island Beach Renourtshment MSTU is detailed on Page 76 and currently everythinG is being shown in reserves with no ad valorem taxes levied. Mr. Byrne stated that the Immokalee Beauttficatlon and Street Lighting District is shown on Page 77. He noted that overall ad valorem taxes will be decreased by -3.8%. Mr. Byrne revealed that Page 78 relates to the East Naples Fire Hydrant but no activity is taking place. Mr. Byrne remarked that Page 79 details Fund 304, Wiggins Pass Dredging. He cited that total appropriations are decreased -10.6%. He revealed that $144,200 is the anticipated revenue from the Tourist Development Tax. Mr. Conrecode divulged that if the $144,200 is not received from the Tourist Development Tax, staff would utilize Fund 196 to make up the difference. Mr. Byrne advised that Page 80 refers to Marco Island Beach Renourtshment, and reflects an overall decrease of -72.7~ due to the completion of construction this year. Budget Analyst Smykowskl pointed out that Page 81 is the proposed budget for the One Mill Fund (196). He Indicated that there is an overall increase in appropriations of 11.6%. He advised that based upon a preliminary assessment of taxable value, the one mill is anti- cipated to generate slightly more than $14.3 million. He cited that there Is $1.2 million available to fund additional projects. Mr. Smykowskl stated that Page 82 refers to Facilities m 08 Page June 27, 1991 Construction Capital Projects (Fund 301). He affirmed that there is an overall decrease in appropriations of -36.2% due to a decrease in carry forward. He indicated that it is proposed that $6.4 million will be transferred from the one mill fund this year. Mr. Smykowski called attention to Page 83, listing the projects that are slated for fundinG as of this time. Commissioner Volpe recalled that there has been discussion with respect to the Jail Expansion in conjunction with the AUIR's. He remarked that he understood that the dollar amount is $17 million for the Expansion. Mr. Conrecode explained ~hat the Jail Expansion project consists of three parts: Sheriff's Administration Expansion, Jail Administration Expansion, and Jail Housing Expansion. He related that the AUIR broke out the three portion~ as to the estimated cost of each. Commissioner Goodnight asked if there is a bid out to renovate the Immokalee EMS Station. She questioned whether the $750,000 as referenced on Page 83 is only for the architectural work. Emergency Services Administrator Reardon replied that the $750,000 will be needed to build the building on the property adjacent to the existing Sherlff's Office. He stated that most of the money for the renovation of the current EMS Station will be used for interior re- work and cabinets in the kitchen area which have been damaged from the humidity, temperature and bugs. He divulged that that facility continue to be useful and is owned by the County. County Manager Dotrill explained that the renovations at the existing facility, located at the old Motor Vehicle Inspection Station will require repairs or replacement of the w(?]]. Commissioner Shanahan requested clarification with regard to the $60,000 for the Mobile Command Communications. Mr. Reardon advised that this figure represents the cost for the internal retrofit, com- munications package, outside tower and all the equipment needed inside the vehicle. 07 Page 6 June 27, 1991 County Manager Dotrill announced that he made a commitment to Sheriff Hunter to provide the Board with a listing of the items that he is recommending. He advised that he is not recommending the ttem~ as requested by the Sheriff (copy not provided to the Clerk's Office). He Indicated that these items total $43 million, County Manager Dotrill remarked that the Shertff's aircraft people contacted him to propose an alternative for the helicopter that they are interested in. He revealed that this involves a lease purchase and they are reserving the right to ask the Commission to allow the purchase of the $1.4 million helicopter. Mr. Smykowskl declared that the Sher]ff's Tentative Budget inc]u- des $168,500 for the ]ease/purchase of a helicopter. In answer to Commissioner Shanahan, County Manager Dotrill explained that there are two 800 MHz items and the RT Switch allows the public safety agencies to use the new system and the other is the $8 million request which is a separate system that the Sheriff wants to Install. He reported that he took both of these out of the budget unt~] the Commission holds the 800 MHz workshop with tile Sheriff In August. Mr. Reardon replied that public safety needs to be reviewed as a whole, noting that the County's needs are pushing the maximum and the workshop will explain the need and direct]on will be sought in that regard. Commissioner Shanahan questioned the status of the T-Hangers at the Immokalee Airport and the $1000000 carry forward. County Manager Dotrill advised that a grant has been received for the lmmoka]ee Airport but du~ to probJem, obtaining th~ ~,v]ronmental permitting du~ to Scrub Jay's on that property, the project may need to be recon- sidered. Mr. Smykowskl called attention to Page 84, Special Obligation Revenue Bond Construction Fund, required for th, campus expansion of the Garguilo property acquisition which details the loan proceeds and Page 7 June 27, 1991 the acquisition of the land and limited parking improvements. He advised that the completion of the improvements are budgeted for FY 92. Mr. Smykowski expressed that Page 8§ is the Museum Capita] Fund with three projects proposed for funding: $70,000 for the final phase of the restoration of the Ghildren's Discovery Cottage; $65,000 for the expanded exhibit development to renovate and upgrade the interior displays; and $20,000 for the complete reworking of the lighting fix- tures in the exhibition hall. He advised that these are proposed for funding by the Tourist Development Tax. Mr. Smykowski pointed out that Page 86 details the Parks & Recreation Construction Fund (306), reflecting a 58~ increase in appropriations. He indicated that the proposed projects are Community Parks - Phase II for $1,952,000, noting that the elements of same are football/soccer fields at Golden Gate, North Naples, and Immokalee Community Parks; fitness trails at East Napier; and additional base- ball fields at Golden Gate and North Naples. He advised that the swimming pool is $1.5 million, noting that initially it was proposed at $2.9 million for an olympic pool but during budget meetings with the County Manager it was reduced to a 25 meter pool. County Manager Dotrill explained that, originally, this was to be a 50 meter olympic sized pool but they are extremely expensive to own and operate. He revealed that the short course pool at the ¥MCA is a 25 meter pool and therefore, sporting events could be accommodated. He disclosed that the pool is programmed to be an 8 lane competition type speed pool with a diving well or some other amenity feature, i.e. a slide which could be a revenue generator for recreation programs. In answer to Commissioner Volpe, County Manager Dotrill replied that the Y is not interested in a pool at the Golden Gate site. He recommended that the County maintain its investment at the Community Parks since there may be some long term shared use of the pool with the Y and area high school for swimminG meets. Commissioner Shanahan noted that County Manager Dorrlll's list of 09 Page 8 June 27, 1991 projects that are not recommended Includes $400,O00 for boat ramps and questioned where those funds were planned to be expanded, in addition to deducting $25,000 from the Marco Island Community Park. County Manager Dotrill recalled that the $400,000 was unprogrammed but designated. He Indicated that the County needs to move forward and complete the Conklin Point boat ramp project before other sites are acquired for additional boat ramp pro3ects. He stated that he did not feel that physically, there would be the time or the resources to try and Incur additional obligations for boat ramps next year. Murdo Smith advised that the $25,000 was for a partition in the Frank E. Mackle Building to divide the larger room into two separate rooms for meeting space, etc. He reported that the contractor is pre- sently working at this site and It may be worthwhile to do the work now, but there were not sufficient funds for this purpose. County Manager Dotrill remarked that if the Commission is interested in proceeding with the room divider, staff could obtain a proposed price and change order to be reviewed when the Board returns from summer recess. Commissioner Volpe questioned whether any fees are anticipated for the use of the boat ramps or user fees with the parks. Mr. Smith stated that there will be launch fees at the boat ramps. Commissioner Shanahan suggested that the Manager or Mr. Smith do whatever it takes to make the Marco Racquet Club more productive with regard to revenue returns. He revealed that this is a nice facility but is not getting maximum utilization. Mr. McNees replied that that budget will be reviewed tomorrow and the Productivity Committee will address the Commission in this regard. Commissioner Volpe recalled that there is a deficiency in the Parks & Recreation Element of the Growth Managem~nt~ Plain re]at Jve to boat ramps. He remarked that the Bluebill boat ramp site is in the County's inventory and suggested that the Commission give con- sideration to some alternative. He noted that the County will never be able to replace that site ~n that location Jn close proximity to ?a~e 9 June 27, 1991 Vanderbilt Beach and Delnore Wiggins Park. County Manager Dotrill replied that the Conklin Point site was purchased with the understanding that the Bluebill site would be sold and the County would be reimbursed for purchasing the other site. Commissioner Saunders remarked that he understands that there are things happening at the Conklln Point site which may make a portion of that land extremely valuable and perhaps the County could retaln a portion for the boat ramp and sell a portion of same and realize a significant profit. County Manager Dotrill advised that Real Property Is looking into this matter. Mr. Smykowskt revealed that the other two projects proposed in Fund 306 are the engineering for Community Park #7 for $107,000 and the Immokalee Middle School Rehabilitation for $200,000. Mr. Smykowskt pointed out that Page 87 details the Park Impact Fee Funds. He disclosed that there are no projects proposed for Funds 361 through 365. He noted that the South Naples Community Park is pro- posed in Fund 366 for $868,000. Mr. Smykowskt stated that Page 90, reflects Regional Park Land, Fund 345 for $170,000 which is for appraisal fees toward the purchase of an additional $2 million worth of property at some future date; a Multi-Purpose Facility for $1,453,O00; and Barefoot Beach Parking & Nature Trail for $200,000. He noted that the impact fee revenues reflect the rate increases for the Community and Regional Parks recently adopted by the Board. $'' Recess 11:00 A.M. - Reconvened 11:20 A.M. at which time Deputy Clerk Farrts replaced Deputy Clerk Hoffmann =a, S.W. FL. REGIONAL PLANNING. COUNCIL BUDGET Referring to page 96 of the Department Budget Detail, Budget Analyst Finn reported there is a 5.1% increase in this budget based on the population growth of Collier County. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMF~NT ADMINISTRATION BUDGET Referring to page 97 of the Department Budget Detail, Budget Analyst Finn reported this department is funded by Fund 111. He Page 10 June 27, 1991 explained that there is an 8.g~ Increase in this budget, primarily due to reclasstftcatton of an Administration Assistant II to a Technical Services Coordinator position. Community Development Services Administrator Brutt confirmed that his department presently has seven unftlled positions due to trans- ferring seven persons out to other departments and bl]ltng the rele- vant department for the work being performed. He stated that they are experiencing a functional position cut with five positions beinG removed from the total table of organization and five positions Indi- cated in the budget but frozen, for an aggregate of ten positions less for next year than what the department is operating with in the pre- sent year. Mr. Finn reported a transfer into this department from the Community Development Fund 113 an amount of $153,000, which represents approximately 70~ of the operatinG costs of this department and is based on the span of control of the Division Administrator over the number of people in the Community Development budget. HOUSING AND URBAN IMPROVEMENT BUDGET Referring to page 98 of the Department Budget Detail, Budget Analyst Finn reported this is the MSTD General Fund 111. He explained that the increased appropriations is ?.3%. He added that there has been a 0~ change In the permanent positions. County Manager Dotrill tnter~ected that tt is necessary to advise the Board of Gounty Commissioners when the personal service budgets have been corrected as a result of their decision yesterday. Budget Director McNees answered that the budgets have not been corrected as of this date. County Manager Dorrtll questioned whether the National Development Corporation contract was cut out of the Fund 111 budget. Mr. Finn replied that actually that was funded last year in Fund 113 and this year it was moved to Fund 111 but was reduced during the County Manager portion of the hearings on the budgets. County Manager Dotrill stated that the National Development OO0 , t Page 11 June 27, 1991 Corporation contract is with the company that, among other things, has developed grants for projects such as the Immokalee Industrial Park at the airport and has coordinated affordable housing project ini- tiatives within the county. He reported that the annual contract is for $30,000 and is not proposed to Increase next year but has been proposed to be taken out of the budget by himself. Commissioner Goodnight questioned why County Manager Dotrill cut the National Development Couporation contract out, to which Mr. Dotrill replied it was an effort to save $30,000. Commissioner Goodnight stated she thought that it will enable the County to bring in approximately $274,000. County Manager Dotrill stated that should the Scrub Jay problems be solved and actual real money starts coming into the Immokalee Airport, that is an example of the type of return that National Development Corporation has brought the County. He verified he does not want to discredit their work as they were effective tn obtaining several million dollars in grants for the Immokalee Airport and there will be a return as soon as some of the environmental issues are solved. Commissioner Shanahan urged County Manager Dorrtll to reconsider cutting the $30,000 contract from the budget. Commissioner Goodnlght commented that, even if the Scrub Jay problem cannot be settled at the Immokalee Airport, the work that National Development Corporation is doing on the rent to own in the affordable housing will help to address the Issues that CURE was bringing up earlier this week. She pointed out that a lot of the affordable housing programs are through grants and low interest loans that will have little impact to County Government except for the $30,000 that will be spent to get National Development Corporatton's assistance. In reply to Commissioner Saunders, Assistant County Manager McLemore stated he had informed County Manager Dotrill that he was going to develop an analysis for the Board of County Commissioners Page 12 June 27, 1991 which he was totally in agreement with. Commissioner Saunders suggested that County Manager Dotrill and Assistant County Manager McLemore confer on this issue prior to the next budget hearing. Assistant County Manager McLemore verified that the County applies for a preliminary development agreement as part of the DRI process. He explained that an analysis involved in the PDA has demonstrated some environmental issues, the most difficult one being the Scrub Jays. He reported that this means if the situation cannot effectively be overcome the PDA can be set aside as the rules say you cannot miti- gate environmental issues on a Preliminary Development Agreement. He indicated that the worst case scenario will be that the County will have to go to a full DRI and then develop a mitigation plan. He stressed that it does not mean the project will never happen. He stated that if the full DRI process becomes necessary, schedules are set back six months and, therefore, it is a timing issue. Commissioner Volpe indicated he wants to see what their benefits to the County will be in the next fiscal year. Assistant County Manager McLemore replied that National Development Corporation does a very specific thing which few others do in economic development, and are able to get into SBA and other busi- ness development type programs available. Commissioner Shanahan concurred that Judgment should be based on what the return is going to be. He added that in the immediate case it is slightly different than with the average consultant. He com- mented that in this case we get direct dollars that are traceable and, therefore, can better Justify the expense. County Manager Dotrill interjected that it is his desire to underscore the earlier comments of Mr. Brutt regarding the status of the Community Development Fund as there are fourteen employees already out of this fund this year and ten employees proposed to be out of the fund next year. Commissioner Volpe questioned the possibility of EDC helping to 14 Page 13 June 27, 1991 fund a portion of the National Development Corporation Agreement. County Manager Dorrtll stated they can explore that possibility but suggested the chances of their doing so would be Greater had Collier County not resigned as a member of Ego this year. Assistant County Manager McLemore speculated that EDC's answer will be that they are limited to governmental clients. Referring to page 99 of the Department Budget Detail, Budget Analyst Finn identified the Urban Improvement Grant Fund 121. He reported a 13% reduction in appropriations and revenues in this fund. He explained that there is one expanded request for $320,000 that is a CDBG to be used as a loan to Polymer Research and Development for construction of an agricultural film recycling plant In the Immokalee Airport Industrial Park. Budget Analyst Finn confirmed that some of the $320,000 will be used for administrative costs, and there is an $8,000 anticipated pay back of that loan to be recycled back into this program. Referring to page 100, Budget Analyst Flnn identified the Community Development Block Grant Fund 321. He indicated this budget includes the cost of constructing infrastructure at Collier Village for affordable housing in the "forecast" column. He reported there are two expanded requests, the first one being for $544,000 for an Economic Development Trust Fund Grant for road and water management improvements at the Immokalee Airport Industrial Park and the other for $746,000 for a U.S. Department of Commerce Grant for infrastruc- ture improvements at the Immokalee Airport Industrial Park. He explained that the latter one is partly funded by private source contributions as well as rent income with a county match of $35,000. He stated that both grants require a $35,000 county match for a total impact to the County of $70,000. In answer to Commissioner Shanahah, Mr. Finn confirmed that there are private source contributions of $37,300 and rent Income from the Immokalee Water and Sewer Department of $90,000. Assistant County Manager McLemore pointed out that, with the Page 14 June 27, 1991 Community Development Block Grants, once the money is taken down as grants to Collier County it becomes the County's money to be loaned but paid back and, therefore, becomes a robbing fund. Referring to page 101, Budget Analyst Finn Identified tt as a new fund, an affordable housing impact fee exemption fund, Fund 192. He stated it proposes to fund housing impact fee waivers for affordable housing. He relayed staff's pro3ecttons of approximately 1.2 million dollars in revenue generated by a linkage fee to bui]dln~ permits. He added that Icard, Merrill, CullIs, Ttmm, Furen and Ginsberg, P.A. is working on the study at this moment. In response to Commissioner Volpe, he explained that the expec- tation of the funds becoming available is based on the full fiscal year. He stated that the first $145,000 coming into this fund will be used to reimburse the General Fund for impact fee waivers already paid on behalf of affordable housing. Housing and Urban Improvement Director Shreeve stated the expec- tation Is based on nine months Instead of a year. He related that they basically took the 1990 building permits, projected 15¢ per sq. ft, which is what they were using in Winter Park, ad3usted that figure down to what is anticipated for the 113 budget for 1992, and then figured it for about nine months of the year. He stated that if they had charged the 15¢ per sq. ft. for 1990 they would have come up with 2.3 million dollars. Commissioner Volpe commented that, as there is not yet an Ordinance in place and no mechanism for collecting monies, it is inappropriate to budget monies that are not definite. Budget Director McNees interjected that if It ts thought a fee will be created, Jt will be budgeted but the Budget OffJoe will balk If anyone trle~ to appropriate it prior to having th, fund~. Commissioner Volpe voiced his concern that as long as the money is budgeted on paper someone might interpret It to be real and try to spend It. Budget Director McNees confirmed that his office as well as the Page 15 ?.. June 27, 1991 Finance Department shares Commissioner Volpe's concern. In answer to Commissioner Volpe, Mr. HcNees confirmed he thought it appropriate to budget the funds Just as they would if they were proposing to raise the water charges or any other fee. He explained they must budget what they think Is going to happen and, if they do not develop, it is necessary to alter the budget accordingly. Commissioner Volpe pointed out that in the example of the water charge increase there Is a mechaniNm tn place to ra]me the revenuem where in the instant case, there is no mechanism in place, to which Mr. McNees agreed. Mr. McNees stated that the advantage of doing it the proposed way is that it is indicated as a matter of policy that the Board of County Commissioners wants to pursue the item and are making a commitment to it. By leaving it out completely, he pointed out that that statement is not being made. He added that h~s department will budget however the Board of County Commissioners thinks It appropriate. County Manager Dotrill suggested it can be shown as a budget high- light with an explanation at the bottom of the page and indicate sub3ect to an evaluation which is being performed and will only be funded if the Board of County Commissioners adopts the Ordinance. Tlmm, Furen and G~nsberg study w~]l be seen and considered fo~ ~mple- menration and whether most of the impact fee waiver requests come back through the Board of County Commissioners so there is no real chance of spending the money without approval. In answer to Commissioner Shanahan's first' quest ion, Mr. answered he is hopeful that by the time the Board of County Commissioners ls back from vacation a preliminary report will be available. He added that, once the mechanism ~s ~n place, how the money is to be used is up to the Board of County Commissioners. Mr. Shreeve pointed out that the Board of County Commissioners can set it up where each project comes back for review. Budget Director HcNees reported that this money has been i7 Page 16 June 27, 1991 established in a separate fund. He hypothesized that should this money be put into the Community Development Fund it would be possible, from a control standpoint, to spend some of this money because there would be other money in the fund, and it is for this reason a separate fund is being established. Assistant County Manager McLemore confirmed speaking with Bill Merrill a few days ago. He stated they are presently finishing up their legal rendering on the whole issue wherein they are defining the parameters through which National Development Corporation will do the budget crunch and number analysis ]n order to provide for the Ordinance. He stated that the First Step of Phase I is due to be pre- sented next week, after which National Development Corporation will do their part, and t> ~ It will be presented to the Board of County Commissioners a~ an Assistant County Manager McLemore confirmed for Commissioner Volpe that the work currently being performed by National Development Corporation regarding the nonlegal work for the Linkage and Fair Share Ordinance is covered under their existing contract. Referring back to page 98, General Fund 111, Commissioner Volpe questioned whether the affordable housing impact fees are shown as a revenue source, to which Mr. Finn stated it is a payment anticipated to be made this year for the waiver of affordable housing impact fees and, therefore, it is actually an appropriation. In answer to Gommissioner Volpe, Mr. McNees confirmed that what is shown on page 98 is a forecast for FY 91 of what will be paid out of Fund lll. He added that what is seen on page 101 is the reimbursement of that same amount in next f~scal year. In answer to Commissioner Saunders, Mr. McNees confirmed that it was approved to pay the impact fees from Fund 11! reserves. Mr. McNees pointed out that if the Fund is as reflected on page 101, then the Fund 11! reserves will be short by $145,000. In answer to Commissioner Volpe, Mr. Shreeve verified that Fund 11! represents his personal se~e~omprised of himself and one- 18 Page 17 June 27, 1991 half of two other persons. He explained that the budget, because of the housing project, pays him out of Fund 111, with one position being paid out of the Housing budget, and three other positions that are half out of Fund 11! and half out of housing. Mr. Finn reiterated that Mr. Shreeve has five total positions being allocated between Fund 111 and Fund 121, which ts a Grant fund. He explained this is necessary as the Grants have limitations on the administrative costs they will absorb. Referring back to page 98, Commissioner Volpe observed that the personal services portion has an 8.4~ increase which is before the change, to which Mr. Finn answered that number will be revised based on the decisions made by the Board of County Commissioners yesterday. In answer to Commissioner Volpe, Mr. Shreeve verified there are no new positions anticipated but there are new grants expanded under Fund 321. G~N~RAL FUND GROWTH MANAGEMENT BUDGET Referring to page 102 of the Department Budget Detail, Budget Analyst Finn reported that this department is responsible for moni- toring the Growth Management Plan. He confirmed a 12.7% increase in this budget overall, the reason, in part, due to the transfer of of the Growth Management Analysts from Fund 113 to the General Fund. He pointed out the note at the bottom of the page indicating there is a $16,300 cost for rent at the Community Development Building that will be charged to the General Fund but which does not appear in this budget for the pro rata share of the debt service on that building. In answer to Commissioner Shanahan, Mr. Finn confirmed the $16,300 is a transfer and, therefore, appears in the General Fund Summary instead of the departmental budget. In answer to Commissioner Volpe, Mr. Finn stated that, because of the changes that have or will occur in the Community Development Building, the debt service costs have been reallocated as well as the utilities cost for the building to the users on an equitable square foot basis. 19 Page 18 June 27, 1991 Referring to page 103, Mr. Finn reported this department is responsible for the issuance of Adequate Public Facility Certificates. He reported the reduction of one full time clerical position In order to fund 66~ of the Growth Management Analysts. He pointed out the note at the bottom of the page reportinG an $8,200 charge to the fund for rent at the Community Development Building. He indicated there is a $100,000 revenue based on the anticipated Issuance of Adequate Public Facility Certificates for next fiscal year. ~ROWTH PLANNIN~ BUDGET Referring to pages 104 and 105 of the Department Budget Detail, Budget Analyst Finn reported that this department has a 28.5~ overall increase due to several factors, the first of which being the transfer of the Zoning Reevaluatlon Section from Community Development Fund 113 to the MSTD General Fund 113, done at a cost of approximately $179,000. He explained that in an attempt to somewhat mitigate the increase, this section has had two pos~tions eliminated for next fiscal year, both positions being worth approximately $34,900 as one is a Technical Planning Graphic Technician and the other Is a Long Range Planner position. He pointed out the note at the bottom of page 104 reflecting their pro rata share of the cost of renting the Community Development Building. He reported that both positions proposed to be eliminated next f~scal year are currently filled posi- tions. County Manager Dotrill stated that there are a number of positions involved in the hiring freeze and there have been a number of posi- tions transferred out of the Community Development Fund and into other funds. He explained that these are the type of cuts that really hurt. He reiterated that the two positions proposed to be eliminated for next fiscal year are currently filled. He stated that there has never been a lay off of county employees and confirmed that attempts will be made to transfer these two employees into other positions. He pointed out that two positions are actually being lost in the Long Range Planning Department and, In spite of that, there is still an increase Page 19 3une 27, 1991 in appropriations of about 28%. Referring to page 106, Mr. Finn identified the MPO 126 Budget. He stated that the budget is for iljustrative purposes only. He reported the required match from the County for this department is increasing by approximately $2,000 next year. M.P.O. TRANSPORTATION DISADVANTAGED BUDGET Referring to page 107 of the Department Budget Detail, Budget Analyst Finn explained this fund was established in FY 90/91 to pro- vide planning services for transportation disadvantaged activities. He stated that during this fiscal year the Board of County Commissioners has approved a $43,000 match for the operational portion to run busses and transportatlonal services. In answer to Commissioner Volpe, County Manager Dotrill stated that the County is the match and, therefore, only provides support by way of that match while the Training and Educational Center for the Handicapped Incorporated (TECH) is the provider of the service. In response to Commissioner Volpe, MPO Coordinator Perry confirmed that TECH is the Community Transportation Coordinator appointed by the M.P.O. and has a contract with the Transportation Disadvantaged Commission in Tallahassee and, as such, applies for the state grant and then comes to the County with a request for the local match money. In response to Commissioner Volpe, Mr. Perry stated that the disadvantaged include the handicapped, elderly, and economically disadvantaged who cannot afford to pay for transportation and have no vehicles. In reply to Commissioner Volpe, Mr. Perry confirmed that services are provided to anyone requesting same but at a rate different for those who are not truly disadvantaged. County Manager Dotrill pointed out, however, that an appointment must be made twenty-four hours in advance. Mr. Perry remarked that the local match that the County is com- mitting to is the maximum local match. He added that, presently, the County is allowed to credit fare box revenues so that fares go to off- Page 20 June 27, 1991 set that local match. BIG"f~LE/FED~$TRIAN PLANNING PROGRAM MPO Coordinator Perry provided a handout of a copy of a Memorandum from himself to Edward Finn, Budget Analyst, dated June 20, 1991, regarding the Bicycle/Pedestrian Planning Program Expanded Services Report, copy of which is on file with the Clerk to the Board. Mr. Perry reminded the Board of County Commissioners of last year's presentations whereby he advised them of the need for a Bicycle/Pedestrian Coordinator position to develop and implement a five year bicycle/pedestr~an program that is required by the Growth Management Plan. He stated that Rule 935 requires that counties address bicycle and pedestrian issues. He reported that the policies and plan adopted by the Board of County Commissioners in January of 1989 directed that within two years there will be developed a five year bicycle/pedestrian plan, which has not been done wtthln that two year period. He indicated that last year the policy was amended to reflect it would be done by December of 1991. He explained that it is anticipated that will no longer be possible and, therefore, another amendment is being prepared to delay it for another year. He con- firmed that, as an expanded service, they are asking the Board of County Commissioners to agree to a $20,000 match to go against the state funds that have been requested from the Florida Department of Transportation, the Governor's Energy Office and from the Bureau of Public Safety. In reply to Commissioner Hasse, Mr. Perry confirmed that the entire budget request is $40,000 plus an additional $16,000 that may be available from the Bureau of Public Safety for pedestrian safety programs. Mr. Perry reported the issue ks a commitment in the Growth Management Plan that needs to be addressed in one way or another, even if it means putting it off for another year as has been done for the past two years. In response to Commissioner Shanahah, Mr. Perry stated that the Page 21 June 27, 1991 amendment adopted this past January or February changed the due date from January of 1991 to December of 1991. He explained that the amendment was submitted in hopes that this position would have been funded last year as it was requested last year. He added that since it was denied last year, it is now necessary to make another amendment to the Growth Management Plan that says if we cannot do it by December 31, 1991, then we will do it by December 31, 1992 or some other date. In reply to Commissioner Saunders, Mr. Perry confirmed he has had no contact with the person previously serving as Coordinator in Lee County as he has moved on to Tallahassee. He indicated, however, that Lee County has a very progressive attitude towards bicycle and pedestrian safety programs as well as education programs because they have such a difficult traffic congestion system that many persons use bicycles as a mode of travel. Mr. Perry reported that Polk County has three Bicycle/Pedestrian Coordinators on staff, one of which is funded by state grant and the remainder funded by the County. Commissioner Saunders stated he feels it a good idea to consider putting this item back in the budget even in a tight budget year. Commissioner Shanahan concurred with Commissioner Saunders. He added that revenue can be generated by impact fees, etc. In reply to Commissioner Volpe, Mr. Perry confirmed that Mr. Archibald's phase of the effort is from the production standpoint. He explained that up to $75,000 per year is budgeted, or close to $400,000 over a five year period, towards the construction of bicycle paths and, to some degree, sidewalks. Commissioner Volpe pointed out the problems of a "tight budget" with layoffs a possibility for the first time and suggested that spending $20,000, although for a worthwhile program, is a concern. County Manager Dotrill stated that this position Is one that would be nice to have. Commissioner Saunders suggested putting an asterisk beside it and review this during the next budget hearings. · 1 23 Page 22 June 27, 1991 Commissioner Shanahan confirmed that the Board of County 0ommissioners is committed to this program in the Growth Management Plan. He questioned whether that means that ultimately it will have to be implemented, to which Mr. Perry answered in the affirmative. In reply to Commissioner Hasse, Mr. Perry reported that school involvement consists of their mandating to the County the location of the bike paths without offering any financial assistance to install same. Commissioner Shanahan commented that ~f it appears necessary to lay people off, it might seem that another year's delay for this program will be more prudent and a much better bus~ness Judgment. DEVELOPMENT SERVICES - COMPLIANCE SERVICES/CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT BUDGET Referring to page 108 of the Department Budget Detail, Budget Analyst Finn reported that this department is up 4.9~. He confirmed that this department is funded by the 196 Fund. In reply to Commissioner Volpe, County Manager Dorrill confirmed that the Board of County Commissioners decided to hire a consultant on transportation but this department is not transportation. He verified the County has had up to two field inspectors who work on the County's payroll to monitor construction of such facilfties as the health faci- lity building, courthouse or, currently, the downtown central library building. He explained that, depending on the volume of work, there have been as few as "0" and as many as two inspectors on the payroll. In answer to Commissioner Volpe, County Manager Dorrlll explained that there is not enough continuous construction for Mr. Conrecode to keep licensed building inspectors fully funded for this purpose and, therefore, their salary is paid out of the capital construction accounts and reimbursed to Mr. Boyce's department for that activity. Office of Capital Pro3ects Management Director Conrecode stated that both Bill Flynn and A1 Madsen are fully employed this year in terms of the work that is going in place and also in terms of the pro- Jection for the next f~scal year. He explained that this is a concept 24 Page 23 June 27, 199~ and gives the ability, as work loads fluctuate, to move these people Into the building Inspection pool as opposed to laying them off. He added that Mr. Flynn and Mr. Madsen have the ability to pull a special inspector from the building Inspection pool to do a given specific inspection such as fire protection inspection, complex air con- ditioning inspection, etc. He explained that, for all practical pur- poses, they are under the technical guidance of the Office of Capital Projects Management. DEVELOPMENT SERVICES - COMPLIANCE SERVICES/CODE ENFORCEMENT BUDGET Referring to page 109 of the Department Budget Detai], Budget compliance with Zoning and Housing Code Ordinances. He explained there is an 8.9~ increase in total appropriations in this department with some reduction in revenues, including a reduction In the transfer from solid waste, which has previously funded one position. He con- firmed that the net cost to the General Fund has increased by approxi- mately 56~. He stated there is one Compliance Investigator position frozen for a twelve month period in next fiscal year because of the lack of transfer from ~o]ld wast,. has, because of the increase in its budget and n~mber of employees over the las~ few years, been hit with an Increase in the indirect service charge which has had an impact on the operating budget. He explained that there is a projected increase tn lot mowing activity of approximately $15,000 which Is more than offset by revenues from lot mowing .ctlvll In.. Commissioner Volpe questioned whether the personal services is due to the positions not being filled0 to which Mr. Finn answered tn the affirmative. Office of Capital Projects Management Director Conrecede confirmed there currently are two vacancies adding that, as of tomorrow, there will be three vacancies. In answer to Commissioner Volpe, Mr. Finn confirmed that the posi- tion of Minimum Housing Code Inspector has been "frozen" for a period Page 24 June 27, lggl of twelve months due to the decision to discontinue the transfer from solid waste. He pointed out that this is the equivalent of one posi- tion as there is no one position that was designated as dolng solid waste related activity. Mr. Conrecode lnter3ected that the equivalent of two man years are done per year of solid waste type work. He explained that will con- tinue to be done. He added that he had indicated to the Solid Waste Department that he thought it appropriate for them to increase their subsidy to his department for that purpose but they declined and, for whatever reason, reduced the $38,100 down to "zero". In reply to Commissioner Shanahan, Mr. Conrecode stated they are projecting that 60,000 code cases and rechecks will probably be done this year. He added that the numbers reflect a decrease in staff. He stated that the activity measures are going up, partly being popula- tion driven and partly representing the fact that the more capability one has the more cases one develops on patrol. In answer to Commissioner Volpe, Mr. Conrecode confirmed that there are travel expenses involved, such as Dick Clark travelling to a Code Enforcement meeting or Bill Smith doing something essen- tially similar. In reply to Commissioner Volpe questioning travel expense projec- tions for this year, Mr. Conrecode answered that $2,500 is the fore- cast for FY 91. Mr. Finn added that there is $1,500 budgeted for travel in FY 92. Mr. Conrecode reiterated that as of tomorrow there will be the third vacancy in this department. He explained that George Dahir has resigned. Mr. Finn pointed out the note at the bottom of page 109 denoting the $13,100 for the pro rata share of the rent at the Community Development Building. In answer to Commissioner Volpe, Mr. Finn confirmed there are 14 positions budgeted for next fiscal year. Mr. Conrecode confirmed that the Minimum Housing Code Inspector is OO0 oE 26 Page 25 June 27, 199~ in the budget and is frozen. County Manager Derrill commented that, as a result of the hiring freeze, he Is contemplating having an Acting Supervisor In this sec- t]on. *~s Receesed: 12:15 P.M. - Reconvened: 1:30 P.M. at which time Deputy Clerk Arrighi replaced ~puty Clerk Farrts ''" TRANSPORTATION DIVISION Budget Analyst Gansel explained that on page 121 indicates indivi- dual street lighting districts, and the budget reflects electricity and administrative costs. She advised that these budgets are sup- ported from ad valorem taxes from their indlv]dual districts. Budget Analyst Smykowski stated that there are three Improvement districts under transportation which are listed separately on pages 122, 123, and 124 of the proposed budget. He specified the first improvement district to be the Port-Au-Prince Engineering MSTU, and informed that this fund is being closed out and will be transferred to the Road and Bridge fund. Mr. Smykowski advised that the improvements for the North Naples Roadway MSTU are planned to be completed in FY 92 and are funded by bond proceeds. Budget Director McNees affirmed that this MSTU incor- porates Livingston Road and due to the expiration of the bonds the MSTU will need to be refinanced or refunded. Assistant Gounty Manager McLemore explained that there are per- mitting problems with the Livingston Road project which may result in having to reftnance. In response to Commissioner Volpe, Transportation Services Administrator Archibald asserted that the numbers presented in the budget only reflect the bond issue, and do not represent the fair share costs that will be incurred by the County as part of the project as a whole. He informed that there will be a detailed report pre- sented to the Board regarding the Livingston Road project once the environmental permitting costs are known, and resulting from the esca- lated costs anticipated, there will be an increase in assessments for Page 26 June 27, 1991 the people of this MSTU. He affirmed that these people do have the right to reject the increase. If the increase is rejected, Mr. Archibald explained that the Board of County Commissioners would then decide whether to proceed with the project and to what extent. He reported, however, that the people within this MSTU have expressed strong support for the completion of the project. Mr. Smykowski informed that the improvements for the Willoughby Acres MSTU are planned to be completed in FY 91 with assessments to begin in FY 92. He noted that the Finance Department is currently drafting a resolution for the funding of the proposed improvements. Mr. Smykowskt remarked that the overall appropriations for the Road Construction District 1, Fund 102, shows an increase of 25.9~. He explained that this increase is due primarily to the cost of limerock, clay, asphalt, and cold mix which was previously funded in the Road and Bridge Fund. He added that another factor causing the increase is the need to accumulate reserves to provide for required road resurfaclng resulting from the East Naples Sewer project. He noted that In FY 92, 1.2 miles of roadway are proposed to be resur- faced in District 1 which is a decrease in miles. TaB #3 Mr. Archibald responded to Commissioner Volpe's comment that this is the first year the construction matertal used for road resurfacing has been added to the individual District's budget. He explained that the reallocation of these costs and the increase to the reserve accu- mulation will allow the millage to stay intact. Regarding Road Construction District 2, Fund 103, Mr. Smykowski cited that there is a decrease in appropriations of 5.5~ with 2.8 miles of roadway proposed to be resurfaced in FY 92. He pointed out that the primary revenue for this fund is ad valorem tax which is down 9.6~. Mr. Smykowsk] continued with Road Construction District 3, Fund 104, and informed that appropriations are down 20.5~ with 2.5 miles of roadway proposed to be resurfaced in FY 92. Page 27 June 27, 1991 Road Construction District 5, Fund 106, Mr. Smykowskl advised is up in appropriations by 7.6~; however, the main funding source, ad valorem tax, is decreased by 8.2~ because of a carryforward. He noted that 4 miles of roadway are proposed to be resurfaced in FY 92. In response to Commissioner Shanahan, Mr. Archibald noted that the 1.2 miles of roadway proposed to be resurfaced from Fund 102 will be for work on Marco Island. Mr. Archibald explained that most of the resurfacing needing to be done in the East Naples area is planned to be accomplished as part of the sewer construction work. He cited that the reserve accumulation over the next two years should reach a $250,000 which is to be used for leveling work that will be required a year after the sewer project is finished. Mr. Smykowskt reported that the overall Transportation Fund (101) appropriations are down 7.3~. He explained that this is due primarily because of the proposed phase out of 20 positions resulting from the merging of four roadway maintenance districts into three. He pointed out that other savings include the limerock, clay, asphalt, and cold mix which will be budgeted in MSTD Road Districts (102-106), decrease in traffic signs accounts, decrease In roadway lighting, contract ser- vices, vehicle expenses for repair and maintenance, and a reduction In the interdepartmental payment to Water Management Fund. He advised that there is an increase in gas tax revenues budgeted in Fund (101) which were previously budgeted in Roads CIP Fund (313). In response to Commissioner Shanahan, Mr. Archibald explained that although there is no difference in cost budgeted for FY 92 regarding many of the roadway maintenance activities, It does not mean that safety will be sacrificed In any way but rather more cost efficient methods will be used, He cited that mowing will be reduced in resi- dential areas where the residence are required to mow to the road edge and in areas where there is not a safety problem. He informed that a resolution will be prepared ~ndtcattng where the discontinuation or reduction of mowing ts planned. 2,9 Page 28 June 27, 1991 Mr. Archibald pointed out that another area of priority change Is the consolidation of the four current districts to three which means a reduction of force. He commented that consolidating the work force and malntenance needs are suggestions made by the Productivity Committee. Mr. Smykowski stated that the MSTD Road & Bridge Fund (112] is a pass-through fund to the Road and Bridge Fund (101), and the two funds are proposed to be consolidated ~n FY 92. Mr. Smykowski noted that on page 132 ts the Marco Island Airport Fund (495). He cited that the principle increase which is salaries is due to converting employees to permanent full time status. He related that this is a self-supporting activity and the principal revenue is fuel sales. Mr. Archibald specified that the net operating costs for the Marco Island Airport has been below the revenue since the County began running the facilttyo He added that there is a lot of opportunity for enhancement and growth at this airport which will produce revenue. In response to Commissioner Volpe, Mr. Archibald stated that the agreement between the DNR and the County regarding Marco Island Airport is tf there are net profits in the operation, they will be shared. Mr. Archibald affirmed that from an efficient operating stand- point, the Marco Island Airport should remain under the Jurisdiction of the Transportation Department. Mr. Smykowski reported that~ on page 133 Is the GAC Road Improvement Fund (606). He noted that overall appropriations are down 20.1%. Mr. Smykowsk~ noted that the Road Assessments-Receivable Fund (341) was formerly Fund (221) and at this point there is a negative carry-forward. He related that anticipated assessment payments w~]l be used to off-set thls deficit, and then this fund will be closed out. On page 134, Mr. Smykowsk~ informed, is reported the Road Page 29 June 27, 1991 Assessments-Construction Fund (342) which was formerly Fund (222). He remarked that the available funds will be utilized as seed money for future assessment pro3ects. Mr. Archibald clarified that these assessments relate to the small road pro3ects that have been completed over the years. Mr. Smykowskt pointed out that the Arterial Road Construction Fund (317) shows no forecast for expenditures for CIE road projects because neither a sales tax bond issue nor a county-wide road assessment district was approved in FY 91. Mr. Archibald explained that this fund is planned to be instituted in 1992-1993 if the county-wide assessment district is created in 1991. Mr. Smykowskf cited that page 136 indicates the Road Construction Fund (399). He related that this fund is derived from $13,000,000 loan proceeds and finances the road projects noted on pages 141 and 142. In response to Commissioner Volpe, Assistant County Manager McLemore informed that the repayment of this fund will come from gas taxes or ad valorem taxes. Mr. Archibald clarlfied that there should be an indication that repayment for Fund (399) will be made in 1992-1993 by Fund (317) when it is created in FY 93. Mr. Smykowskt referred to page 137 which reports the Road Construction - Gas Tax Fund (313) and stated that appropriations are down 65.2% due to eliminating the carry forwards in construction acti- vity as well as the reallocation of a portion of the gas tax to the roadway maintenance. He pointed out that persona]. services is up 55.9% because of the eight staff members added to mee[ the commitment of the road pro3ects over the next five years. Page 138 through 140, Mr. Smykowskt indicated were the Road Impact Districts Funds (331-340). He pointed out that there is a $2,908,900 Increase in impact fee revenue based on actual rate of collection and an 80% Increase in road impact fees to be implemented on October I, 1991. Mr. Smykowski noted that pages 141 through 143 lists Page 30 June 27, 1991 Transportatlon's capital projects and their funding sources for FY 90/91 and FY 91/92. In response to Commissioner Volpe, Mr. Smykowskt stated that $6,770,000 have been allocated for impact fees for F¥ 92 and expen- ditures for FY 92 are $6,960,200. Mr. Archibald affirmed that there Is $150,000 allocated for the Bikepath Program for FY 92. He called attention to pages 141 through 143 to pofnt out that the total project costs are also listed and the amounts to be expended for each project reflect costs for design or right-of-way work or both. Mr. $mykowskt referred to page 144 which is the Environmental Services Administration General Fund (OO1) and informed that there Is a 8.2~ Increase in appropriatlons. He explained that this Increase is due primarily to the $20,000 contribution to the CREW Trust to provide for staffing, public information campaigns, lobbying efforts, and coordination of program initiatives. Commissioner Goodnight questioned if the application submitted to the Tourist Development Committee from CREW is for the same money as indicated in the budget. Mr. McLemore affirmed that it Is the same request for operating funds. Commlssloner Goodnight stated that the CREW Item should be red flagged and discussed. Environmental Services Administrator Lorenz ~tated that on page 145, the Environmental Services Natural Resources General Fund (001) shows a 4.7~ increase in appropriations. In reference to page 146, Mr. Lorenz advised that this shows the Environmental Services Natural Resources Reef Construction Fund (117) which reveals a grant received Jn FY 90/91 and carried forward. On page 147, the Environmental Services Pollution Control General Fund (001), Mr. Lorenz ~ndJcated that there Is no increase in appropriations. He commented that this fund reimburses the Pollution Control fund for conducting water quality monitoring in estuaries. Mr. Lorenz referred to pa~e 148 and stated that the 32 Page 31 27, J99~ Environment~] ~er','~¢~$ Pollution Clean-up and RestoratJt, n Fund (10R] shows a total budget of $1,J56,900 which ~s the second phase of a three ¥ea~ contract with DER to Implement petroleum contam]natJon site clean-up. · '' Comnimmioner Saundere leTt the meeting at this time ''* On page ~49 and 150 the Pollution Control Fund (114) is shown, Mr. Lorenz Informed. He acknowledged that there ]s an overall increase Jn appropriations of 23.7~ of which $~89,200 is for temporary staff to adminlste~ contracts with FDER and SFWMD. He po]nted out that lab service has decreased by $1~3,300 as wel! as ad valorem taxes ~egui~ed to maintain current services by $96,300. He explained that the $56,200 cost for a chemist, a pact-time lab technician, and lab supplies to conduct an in-house wate~/sediment analysis p~ogram will be ~unded through the cost savings f~om a decrease in the lab services contract Jn current s,rvlc,~. tie noted theft the, $~4,000 ~or payment to the County Attorney for legal servJces has been elJmJnated. Afte~ some discussion ~ega~ding the expanded cost of $56,200, Pollution Control Director Ytlmaz informed that the chemist will need to be specia~Jzed in mine, sediment, and organic chemistry; and cla~ified that the County does not currently employee such a spe- cialist. He affirmed that the in-house water/sediment analysis pro,ram ~s marcdated by th~ Growth ~an~m,nt. Plan. He explained ~r this wo~ is done in-house the County wJ]] be in a bette~ position to o~fer in-Eind services to the Federal and State agencies including EPA which will he3p c~eate financial ~esou~ces to increase the monitoring. He added that to contract this wo~k out would b~ mo~e costly. Mr. Lorenz stated that pages ~5~ and $52 report the Water Management Fund (110) which shows that appropriations a~e down 13.6~ resulting from the cut back o~ fou~ personnel. He advised that the loss of these four personnel could effect the County Jn the event of heavy ~aJns. He pointed out that the~e is a ~oss of revenue in this fund f~om the aquatic plant control ~ees from the Big Cypress Basin Jn th~ amount o~ 8400,000. He noted that $52,000 in ad valorem taxes a~ [10o. 33 Page 32 June 27, 1991 required to maintain the current service level. He cited that this budget includes a stormwater utility manager's position, associated costs with the stormwater utility rate study, and an application for the stormwater drainage permitting program. In response to Water Management Director Boldt's concern regarding the loss of the four-man crew and the effect it will have on the secondary canal system, Commissioner Shanahah commented that the $100,000 that will be required to maintain the work that they have been doing will be considered in the review process. Commissioner Volpe suggested that some prioritizing be done with the remaJnlng two crews, and a review be made of the situation after the stormwater uti- lity is In place. Mr. Boldt clarified that the Stormwater Utility rate study is a two phase program which accounts for the $300,000. Mr. Lorenz explained that page 153 shows what was going to be pro- posed for the stormwater utility budget; however, that budget was incorporated into the water management budget. Mr. Lorenz stated that page 154 shows the GAC Canal Trust Fund (607) and there is a 3% increase in overall appropriations. He remarked that these funds provide for the salary expenses associated with an operator of a mechanical week harvester assigned to the Golden Gate System. Page 155 reports the Water Management Fund (325), Mr. Lorenz related, and it shows an increase in appropriations of 26.6~ due to the increase in carryforward. He informed that the proposed projects and/or studies are District 6 Canals for $225,000, Gordon River Extension for $400,000, the Main Golden Gate Mapping for $285,000, and U.S. 41 outfall swales for $20,000. In response to Commissioner Shanahan, he advised that there are no grants involved, and the fundinG source iN from carry forwards and th, lr, t:e~est from th~m. Mr. Lorenz reported that there are three improvement districts that are stormwater removal related and the first is on page 156, Page 33 June 27, 1991 Victoria Park Drainage (134) which reflects a replacement of a 20" pump in FY-92 and an increase ~n operating expenses because the billing Is now on an hourly rate as opposed to a flat rate. He con- ttnues with page 157, Naples Park Drainage (139), and noted that this fund Is planned to be closed out ~n FY-91, but is shown in case It is not closed out until F¥-92. He related that the Hawksridge Pumping System (154) budget on page 158 reflects the district that was passed on June 25, 1991. There being no further business for the Good of the County, the meeting was adjourned by Order of the Chair - T~me: 3:20 P.M. Page 34