Regular Meeting Commission Board Room Dixie County Courthouse March 7, 2024 - 10:00 am  214 NE Hwy 351, Cross City, FL 32628  The Board meetings are audio recorded. The public can hear and participate in the meeting via  conference call by dialing (9177900-1022 and enter code. 32628.  COMMISSIONERS Jody Stephenson, District 1, Vice Chairman Daniel Wood, District2 Mark Hatch, District 3 Jamie Storey, District 4, Chairman David Osteen, District5 STAFF  Paul Gainey, Acting Assignment County Manager Martha McCaskill, Acting Assignment. Asst. County Manager/ Administrative Asst/Grant Coordinator Chana Watson, County Attorney Jacki. Johnson, Chief Financial Officer Barbie Higginbotham, Clerk of Court Joannie Morse, Deputy Clerk 1. CALLTOORDER  The Board Meeting was called to order at 10:03 AM by Commissioner Storey. 2. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE TOTHE AMERICAN FLAG  The Invocation was led by Commissioner Hatch and the Pledge to the American Flag was led  by Commissioner stephenson.  3. APPROVALOF COMMISSION MINUTES  Commissioner Osteen made the motion to approve Minutes from the BOCC: and CC Workshop  of January 17, 2024. Commissioner Wood: seconded. Board approved.  4. VOUCHER APPROVAL- seconded. Board approved. 5. CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS None were present.  Commissioner Osteen made the motion, for voucher approval. Commissioner Stephenson  Regular Meeting March 07, 2024 - 10:00 AM- - Page 1 of26    PUBLIC HEARING: THE. PUBLIC HEARING. MAY BE CONTINUED TO ONE OR. MORE FUTURE, DATES. ANYINTERESTED PARTYISADVISED THATTHEDATE, TIME,AND PLACE OFANTCONTINUATIONOFTHE. PUBLIC. HEARING, SHALL BE ANNOUNCED DURING THE PUBLIC HEARING AND THAT NO FURTHER NOTICE CONCERNING The motion to goi into the Public Hearing was made by Commissioner. Stephenson. Seconded  THE MATTERS WILL BE PUBLISHED. by Commissioner Osteen. Board approved. APPLICATIONS for SPECIAL EXCEPTIONS  A petition by RICKY TURNER & AMY SUGGS requesting a Special Exception to be granted, as provided in Section 4.3.5 SPECIAL EXCEPTIONS oft the Dixie County Land Development Regulations toj permit one: recreational vehicle (ESA) zoning district, in accordance with the petition dated 01/12/2024 to be located on the property as described as follows: Dixie County Parcel # 2609.13-465-000.0060 1978NE642STREET,  OLD TOWN, FL. 32680; .00). (Commission District 2 Daniel Wood)  The motion to approve the petition for a Special Exception for Ricky Turner and Amy Suggs was made by Commissioner Wood. Seconded by Commissioner Hatch. Board approved. Aj petition by DAVID BAILEY requesting a Special Exception to be granted, as provided in Section 4.4.5 SPECIAL EXCEPTIONS oft the Dixie County Land Development Regulations toj permit one recreational vehicle. ("AG" AGRICULTURE) zoning district, in accordance with the petition dated 02/08/2024 to be located on the property as described as follows: Dixie County Parcel # 2509-13-47-00.020 182  NE385 AVENUE, OLD TOWN, FL. 32680; .00). (Commission District 4. Jamie Storey)  The motion to approve the petition for a Special Exception, for David Bailey was made. by Commissioner. Stephenson. Seconded by Commissioner Wood. Board approved.  Aj petition by RANDOLPH ALEXANDER requesting a. Special Exception to be granted, as provided in Section 4.7.5 SPECIAL EXCEPTIONS of the Dixie County Land Development Regulations to permit one recreational vehicle (RSF/MH) zoning district, in accordance with the petition dated 01/24/2024 to be located on the property as described as follows: Dixie County Parcel # 19-5-22952.00F-01096E2A0STREET, OLD  TOWN, FL: 32680; .00). (Commission District 3 Mark Hatch)  The motion to approve the petition for a Special Exception, for Randolph Alexander was made by Commissioner Hatch. Seconded by Commissioner Wood. Board approved.  Regular Meeting March 07, 2024 - 10:00 AM - Page 2 of26    APPLICATIONS for VARIANCES  Aj petition by WILLIAM & ASHTON KRAUSE located on the property as described as follows: Dixie County Parcel # 9-5-12294-00022180 (287 SE241 STREET. OLD TOWN, FL 32680) to request a variance for a REDUCTION OF SIDE SETBACKS FROM 101 FEET DOWNTO. ZERO FEET FOR CONSTRUCTION OF AI NEW: BOAT HOUSE by the petition dated 11/09/2023 which is located within Section 4.7.7 RSF/MH subparagraph (2) oft the Dixie County Land Development Regulations in accordance with  section 12.3 VARIANCE PROCEDURES. (Commission District 3 Mark Hatch)  Building and Zoning Official Leon Wright stated there is opposition and called them to Mr. James Melton approached the Board and stated that he is a neighbor across the canal from Mr. William Krause. Mr. Melton further stated that Mr. Krause wants to come six (6) feet out into the canal to build the new boat shed and that ifthis Variance is approved Mr. Wright reminded the Board that the petition is only for the side setbacks, not for the Mr. Melton and the members of the Board reviewed the plans as supplied by Mr. Wright. Attorney Chana Watson asked if the owner's property line goes to the middle oft the Mr. Wright said no, it does not, and property owners can only build up to twenty-five (25) percent of the width oft the canal, but this Variance is not related to the width of the  the podium to present.  it would hinder him from getting in and out ofhis boat shed.  width oft the canal.  canal.  canal, but only the side setbacks.  Commissioner Stephenson asked what the total width of the canal is. Mr. Melton answered it is seventy-five feet from seawall to seawall. He added that the canal width may in: fact be seventy-five feet, but there are some existing boat sheds there that measure out and take up space in the canal. Commissioner Stephenson asked how much room there is in between the existing boat  sheds.  Mr. Melton answered about four (4) feet.  Mr. Wright reminded the Board that today's Variance is only for the side setbacks. Mr. Robert Larson approached the Board next and stated he also is a neighbor or Mr. Krause across the canal. He stated he also is in opposition for the same reasons. He said  Regular Meeting March 07, 2024 - 10:00 AM - Page 3 of26    that he recently rebuilt his boatshed using the existing footprint and ifMr. Krause extends outward along the canal it will be very difficult to back out ofhis boathouse. Mr. Larson stated that ifMr. Krause uses the existing footprint that would be fine, but if he extends out into the canal that would keep him from being able to get into his Mr. Larson and Mr. Melton reviewed the maps of the properties with the Board. Petitioner William Krause presented the plans for the new boat house and told the Board that he only wanted to reduce the South setbacks to zero, not the North. He said he would keep the same ten feet setback to the north. He added that this shouldn'tencroach on his neighbors to the north in any manner. He also mentioned to the Board that they previously approved his other neighbors Mary and Robert Clark for a five (5) feet Variance to build their dock, which caused him tol have to come into his dock from a Commissioner Hatch recommended all parties involved to meet at the property (s) along with himself and Mr. Wright to look at this and come up with a solution. Mr. Krause stated that he was already conceding two- and one-half (2 %) feet of what is allotted, and he doesn't see how he can give up much more than that and per the code he Attorney Watson again reminded that the petition is only for side setbacks and the petition doesn'ts say zero on the South side only, but states zero on all sides. Mr. Krause stated that at the time of submission ofthe application for Variance he wrote The motion to Table the petition. for a Variance for William and Ashton Krause was made by Commissioner Hatch. Seconded. by Commissioner Osteen. Board approved. Aj petition by TIMOTHY RENFROE located on the property as described as follows: Dixie County Parcel # 19-13-229-000-1970 (111 SE: 241ST STREET. OLD TOWN, FL. 32680) to request a variance for a REDUCTION OF SIDE SETBACK FROM TEN FEETI DOWN TO. ZERO FEET TO REPLACE EXISTING DOCK by the petition dated 12/08/2023 which is located within Section 4.3.7 ESA subparagraph (1) of the Dixie County Land Development Regulations in accordance with section 12.3  boatshed.  different direction and that is why he is building this new dock.  isallowed twenty-five percent oft the canal to build out into.  zero on the South side only.  VARIANCE PROCEDURES. (Commission District 3 Mark Hatch)  Mr. Wright stated no opposition called in to us, but not exactly a legal request because they have room on the opposite side ofthe boat shed. Recommended tabling.  Regular Meeting March 07, 2024 -1 10:00. AM - Page 4 of26    The motion to Table the petition for a Variance for William and Ashton Krause was made by Commissioner Hatch. Seconded by Commissioner Osteen. Board approved.  A petition by H. DALE HERRING DBA: CRACKER HOUSE WINERY located on the property as described as follows: Dixie County Parcel # 36/1013000.5846.0100 (522 SE 897 STREET. OLDTOWN, FL. 32680) to request a SPECIAL TEMPORARY USE EVENTFOR MAY 4, 2024 FROM 9AM" TO7 PM FOR. A ONE DAY FESTIVAL WITH VENDORS by the petition dated 02/07/2024 which is located within an Environmentally Sensitive (ESA-4) The motion to approve the request for Special Temporary Use Event by Dale Herring DBA: Cracker House Winery was made by Commissioner Wood. Seconded by Commissioner  Zoning District  (Commission District 2 Daniel Wood)  Stephenson. Board approved.  Ap petition by H. DALE HERRING DBA: CRACKER HOUSE WINERY located on the property as described as follows: Dixie County Parcel # 6/013000.5846.0100 (522 SE 897 STREET. OLD TOWN, FL. 32680) to request a SPECIAL TEMPORARYUSE EVENTE FOR DECEMBER 14, 2024 FROM 9AM TO7 PMI FORAC ONE DAY FESTIVAL WITH VENDORS by the petition dated 02/07/2024 which is located within an Environmentally The motion to approve the request for Special Temporary Use Event by Dale Herring DBA: Cracker House Winery was made by Commissioner Wood, Seconded by Commissioner Osteen. Mr. Wright stated that Mr. Herring asked ifthis could be an auto renewal every year. He said he told Mr. Herring that he couldn't grant that but would see how the first festival went and bring it Mr. Wright also asked the Board for direction concerning the retirement ofl Mr. Jean and stated that Mr. Jean willl help see the County through to the end of creating the new Land Development Code, but the County will need help after Mr.. Jean is gone. He said that the County didn'trenew the contract with North Florida, and he needed direction on which way to go. He stated that Mr. Greg Bailey and Mr. John Locklear both have the capability to do the services, but he wasn'tsure  Sensitive (ESA-4) Zoning District (Commission District 2 Daniel Wood)  Board approved.  back to the Board afterwards.  ifhe could use them since they were already on the Board. Commissioner Hatch asked Mr. Wright what he wanted to do. and Mr. Locklear stated they would work together tol help.  Mr. Wright said hei is good going forward with Mr. Bailey and Mr. Locklear and then Mr. Bailey Commissioner Osteen made the motion to go back to the Board. Commissioner. Stephenson  seconded. Board. Approved. RESOLUTIONS  Resolution 2024-11  Regular Meeting March 07, 2024- - 10:00 AM- - Page 5 of26    A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF DIXIE COUNTY, FLORIDA, TO APPROVE A VARIANCE TO BE GRANTED, AS PROVIDED IN SECTION 4.7.7 (RSF/MH) SUBPARAGRAPH (2) OF THE DIXIE COUNTY LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS: TO PERMIT A REDUCTION OF SIDE SETBACKS FROM 10 FEET DOWN TO ZERO FEET FOR CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW BOAT HOUSE, IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PETITION DATED  NOVEMBER 9, 2023. William and Ashton Krause  Commissioner Hatch made the motion to Table the Resolution 2024-11 request made by William and Ashton Krause. Commissioner Stephenson. seconded. Board approved.  Resolution 2024-12  A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF DIXIE COUNTY, FLORIDA, TO APPROVE A SPECIAL EXCEPTION TO BE GRANTED, ASPROVIDED IN SECTION 4.3.5 SPECIAL EXCEPTIONS OF THE DIXIECOUNTY LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS TO PERMIT ONE RECREATIONAL VEHICLE IN AN ENVIROMENTALLY SENSITIVE AREA (ESA) ZONING DISTRICT, INACCORDANCE WITH THE PETITION DATED JANUARY 12, 2024. Commissioner Hatch made the motion to approve the Resolution 2024-12 request made by Ricky Turner and Amy. Suggs. Commissioner, Stephenson seconded. Board approved.  Ricky Turner and Amy Suggs  Resolution 2024-13  A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF DIXIE COUNTY, FLORIDA, TO APPROVE A SPECIAL EXCEPTION TO BE GRANTED, AS PROVIDED IN SECTION 4.4.5 SPECIAL EXCEPTION OF THE DIXIE COUNTY LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS TO PERMIT ONE RECREATIONAL VEHICLE IN AN AGRICUILTURAL AREA (AG) ZONING DISTRICT, IN ACCORDANCE WITHTHE: PETITION DATED FEBRUARY 8, 2024.  David Bailey  Commissioner Wood made the motion to approve the Resolution 2024-13 request made by  David Bailey. Commissioner Hatch seconded. Board approved.  Resolution 2024-14  A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF DIXIE COUNTY, FLORIDA, TO APPROVE A SPECIAL EXCEPTION TO BE GRANTED, AS PROVIDED IN SECTION47SSPECIAL EXCEPTIONS OF THE DIXIE COUNTY LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS TO PERMIT ONE RECEREATIONAL VEHICLE IN AN RESIDENTIAL SINGLE FAMILY/MOBILE HOME AREA (RSF/MH) ZONING DISTRICT, IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PETITION DATED  JANUARY24, 2024. Randolph and Cynthia Alexander  Regular Meeting March 07, 2024 - 10:00 AM - Page 6 of26    Commissioner. Stephenson made the motion to approve the Resolution 2024-14 request made by Randolph and Cynthis Alexander. Commissioner Hatch seconded. Board approved.  Resolution 2024-15  A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF DIXIE COUNTY, FLORIDA, TO APPROVE A VARIANCE TO BE GRANTED, AS PROVIDED IN SECTION 12.3 VARIANCE PROCEDURES OF THE DIXIE COUNTY LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS, TO GRANT A VARIANCE WITHIN SECTION 4.3.7 ESA SUBPARAGRAPH (1) OF THE DIXIE COUNTY LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS FORA VARIANCE FOR. AREDUCIONOFSIDE SETBACK FROM TEN FEET DOWN TO ZERO FEET TO REPLACE EXISTING DOCK WHICH IS LOCATED WITHIN SECTION 4.3.7. A ENVIRONMENTALLY SENSITIVE AREA (ESA) ZONING DISTRICT, AS PROVIDED IN THE PETITION  DATED DECEMBER 8,2023. Timothy Renfroe  Commissioner Hatch made the motion to Table Resolution 2024-15 request made by Timothy  Renfroe. Commissioner. Stephenson. seconded. Board approved.  Resolution 2024-16  A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF DIXIE COUNTY, FLORIDA, TO APPROVE A VARIANCE TO BE GRANTED, AS PROVIDED IN SECTION 12.3.1 OF THE DIXIE COUNTY LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS, TO GRANT A VARIANCE FOR A SPECIAL TEMPORARY USE EVENT FOR MAY4, 2024, FROM9AMTO7PMI FOR ONE DAY FESTIVFAL WITH VENDORS AS PROVIDED IN THE PETITION DATED FEBRUARY 7,2024. Commissioner Wood made the motion to approve the Resolution 2024-16 request made by H.  H. Dale Herring (permit # 240825)  Dale Herring. Commissioner Osteen seconded. Board approved.  Resolution 2024-17  A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF DIXIE COUNTY, FLORIDA, TO APPROVE A VARIANCE TO BE GRANTED, AS PROVIDED IN SECTION 12.3.1 OF THE DIXIE COUNTY LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS, TO GRANT A VARIANCE FOR A SPECIAL TEMPORARY USE EVENT FOR DECEMBER 14, 2024, FROM 9 AM TO 7 PM FOR ONE DAY FESTIVFAL WITH VENDORS AS PROVIDED IN THE PETITION DATED  FEBRUARY7,2024. H. Dale Herring (permit #2 240826)  Commissioner Wood made the motion to approve Resolution 2024-17, request made. by H. Dale  Herring. Commissioner Osteen seconded. Board approved.  Regular Meeting March 07, 2024- -1 10:00 AM - Page 7 of26    ORDINANCES  Ordinance 2024-01  AN ORDINANCE OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONS OF DIXIE COUNTY, FLORIDA ESTABLISHING SHORT-TERM OVERNIGHT RENTAL REGISTRATION REQUIREMENIS FOR OWNERS OF SHORT- TERM VACATION RENTALS; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT AND SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FORINCLUSION. INTHE CODE OF LAWS. AND ORDINANCES; AND PROVIDING FOR. AN EFFECTIVE DATE.  First Reading 03/07/2024  6. TONY REID-PRESIDENT OF THE DIXIE BABE RUTHLEAGUE  Mr. Tony Reid President of the Dixie County Babe Ruth League approached the Board to present the upcoming Softball District Event scheduled to be held in Dixie County at the Roy Ward Little Mr. Reid stated that the Dixie County Babe Ruth had a total oft three hundred children signed up last year and three hundred and ten this year. He added that the League numbers are increasing in our County and that Dixie County had twenty-six teams last year and twenty-seven teams this He informed the Board that there will be roughly around thirty-five toi forty teams attending the Tournament. He added that this would bring approximately 1500 people daily and generally about 5,000 total for the whole weekend. He said that there willl be an influx ofi families coming in on the Thursday, June 6", before the event and recommended the County be prepared fort the Hes stated there will be a variety of different Food Truck Vendors and there hasn't been a price set for the food trucks, but they will have tol be licensed and insured. He also stated that he will keep Mr. Reid mentioned that he would use the Trail Riders Club for additional parking and will make an entrance on the north side of the complex. He said there is no event scheduled at the arena, but the Trail Riders Club has been rented for that day and he would contact Mrs. Helen Rich to see if he can contact the renter and make sure they are informed oft the Babe Ruth event going on that Mr. Reid stated they spent approximately $10,000.00 on upgrading the fields last year and put new clay on two fields and purchased five (5) pitching mounds that cost approximately Mr. Reid told the Board that he spoke to many ofthe local businesses concerning the influx of people that willl be coming and recommended them getting prepared with extra supplies and staff. He also said that flyers are being made and handed out throughout the county. Mr. Reid said that he met with Sherriff Darbi Butler and Emergency Operations Director Darian Brown and told them what was coming up and scheduled a meeting for the first ofMay to finalize  League Field on. June 7-9, 2024.  year.  increase.  all the vendors' information on hand at the park in case iti is needed.  day.  $6,000.00.  the resources needed.  Regular Meeting March 07, 2024 - 10:00 AM - Page 8 of26    Mr. Reid stated that hel hoped to host the boys' baseball in 2025 and the girls' softball every other He also mentioned that he would like tol hold one day tournaments in our County after spring baseball/softball season which usually facilitates twenty teams. He said when Taylor County does these one-day tournaments it generally brings in around $10,000.00 for one day. Commissioner Storey stated that it sounds like the County needs to get on the ball and get the twenty-five acres out at Hudson Field done because this would be a bigger park for these Commissioner Stephenson stated that he thought he was told that by using the park as hurricane debris site, when done FEMA would come in and' build a new facility out there. Mr. Gainey stated that FEMA would generally. just rebuild back to its original state and ift there was no building on the property, they would not build a new one. Emergency Operations Director Darian Brown agreed with what Mr. Gainey stated and reiterated that FEMA would only bring back to its original state. Mr. Brown said the County has made an appropriations request to go in and clear the land and build a new building for future storms and to utilize it in offs season as an event area, unfortunately, it cost approximately twenty-eight million dollars. Mr. Brown added that he would Mr. Reid stated that they will do ai memorial for Luke Mills, one of their Babe Ruth players who was killed in an ATV accident. Luke Mills passed away in June of2023 and he would like to dedicate the field he played on and hang a plaque in his honor. He asked ifhe could also change Commissioner Hatch made the motion to hang the memorial, plaque. for Luke Mills at the Babe Commissioner Osteen made the motion to approve the changing of field number six (6) to be field number ten (10) in honor of Luke Mill's. Jersey number. Commissioner. Stephenson Mr. Reid stated that the memorial plaque unveiling will be on March 30", 2024. Mr. Reid stated that they want to paint the concession. stand dark grey. He said that Mrs. Patty Arrington, who is over an inmate crew told him that she and her crew would paint it ifhe could Commissioner Storey stated he was willing to donate $100.00 towards the painting. Commissioner Hatch made the motion to allow Mr. Reid to paint whatever needs painting at the ball fields and make upgrades ifit doesn'tchange the structure of the buildings.  year.  tournaments.  like tos see something happen out there though.  the field number from field 6 to field 10, which was hisj jersey number. Ruth Field. Commissioner Osteen. seconded. Board approved.  seconded. Board approved.  supply the paint.  Commissioner. Stephenson. seconded. Board approved.  Regular Meeting March 07, 2024 - 10:00 AM - Page 9 of26    Commissioner Storey asked Mr. Reid to find out how much the paint will cost and let them know. All the commissioners, Attorney Chana Watson and Clerk of Court Barbie Higginbotham agreed Mr. Reid also stated that Dixie County High School reçeived a new scoreboard and would like to donate the old one to Babe Ruth Fields. He stated they would need help with the installation. Commissioner Hatch said Mr. Steve Hutchinson would be able to install it for him. Mr. Reid said that the pressure washing at the ballpark has already started and is about fifty Mr. Reid had more items to bring regarding the future plans for soccer but will bring these to the Director of Human Resources Angie Crowly stated that she is almost positive that the Trail Riders Club is rented that weekend and she suggested leaving parking space for that event. Mr. Reid said that he would tape offa a section for the Trail Riders event and that hei is also trying to add a new gate int the spot where some old fallen down fence is located close to the Trail  to donate $100.00 towards the painting.  percent complete. Board at a later date.  Riders Club for a new entrance into the fields.  7.KAYMCCALLISTER. TOURIST DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL  Mrs. Kay McCallister of the Tourist Development Council stated that they met with Visit Florida who did aj presentation regarding the free listings they offer and the section on their website dedicated to Dixie County with four (4) businesses listed. She also stated that Jesse Samply,a a resident in Dixie County presented some free programs for online listings and expressed how important iti is tol have an online presence. She stated that Mr. Samply also had the video crew for Visit Florida come in for the weekend and completed three days of video of Dixie County. She said these videos were made for the grant that Visit Florida will be distributing throughout the Southeast. She added that these are small thirty-second videos and we can have all ofthe three days' worth off footage in order to make more marketing videos in the future. Mrs. McCallister stated that they are starting a new marketing campaign called Florida Hidden Mrs. McCallister also reminded the Board that the Tourism Board gives marketing grants to these  Coast and gave out t-shirts.  events and listed some events coming up in the future.  These include:  Thel Lower Suwannee Art and Nature Festival at Glen Dyals Park this weekend March  16,2024.  The Horseshoe Shrimp Palooza in early April 2024. The Centennial in Cross City on April 20, 2024  The Cracker House Winery Event and the Horseshoe Beach Event in early May.  Regular Meeting March 07, 2024 - 10:00 AM - Page 10 of26    Attorney Watson mentioned doing a marketing grant for Mr. Reid's Babe Ruth Event coming up. Mrs. McCallister said she has spoken with Mr. Reid, and they are going to try to do a marketing Commissioner Hatch asked if there is aj place where they have a community calendar to post all Mrs. McCallister said they are working on this. She said Mr.. Jesse Samply is redesigning their website as well as the Chamber's website and is also making a community calendar to be used to Mrs. McCallister mentioned that the Dixie County Tourism/Business Office is almost finished,  grant for the event and set up al booth to hand out information at the event.  community events.  advertise all the county events.  and everyone is welcome to stop by and seei it.  8.KATRINA VANEARNAM AND SHEILA FRIERSON, DIXIE COUNTY ANTI-DRUG Mrs. Sheila Frierson reminded everyone that the County will bel having a Toxic Waste Take Back this Saturday in Old Town and Cross City. She said last year they collected thirty pounds of medication. She also stated that this program was for disposal of expired or unwanted medications to keep drugs from getting into our water supply. She also presented a copy ofa Mrs. Frierson said they are also conducting a study regarding the levels of medicine found in the fish we eat due to people flushing meds and will plan on bringing that to the Board next month. She added that they will also be giving out information about the Deterra program, which is a program that helps with dissolving and destroying medicines safely at home. She said anyone is welcome to pick up al Deterra package at the Coalition office, which is by the John Willimas Football Camp will also be at the Toxic Waste Event, and they will be providing information about vaping, drug abuse, knowing the law and prevention programs. 9.STEVE COPELAND.SUWANNEE WATER AND SEWER MANAGER  COALITION  handout called, How Did the Drugs Get in My Water.  drive through at Ameris Bank.  Mr. Steve Copeland updated the Board on the following:  Hes said they currently have 928 active customer accounts, 184 complete reinstallations, Contractors to do full installs-they are waiting on the Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) Senior Manager to sign the purchase order. Next Tuesday they have a sewage inspection by the Florida Department of Mr. Copeland thanked Road Department Superintendent Steve Hutchison for the use of  22 incomplete and still have about 800 to go.  Environmental Protection (FDEP).  equipment and people to prepare for this inspection.  Regular Meeting March 07, 2024- - 10:00 AM - Page 11 of26    Lift station- Finally got all parts so they can get all three (3) pumps running. Mr. Copeland stated that their Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) representative has stated that FEMA mitigation is extremely interested in moving the lift station across the street He also stated he has not heard anything back regarding the overflow in December. Mr. Copeland said that their backup generators at the sewer plant and water plant have failed and Mr. Copeland stated that seats one (1), four (4), and five (5) are on the ballad this year in November; however, this goes against the ordinance which says one (1), three (3), and five (5). He added thisi is because they have had sO many leave the board and be appointed to the board and this has messed up the election cycles numbers. He states there are two ways to fix this; to either amend the ordinance or have a special election after the November election. He said he Commissioner Hatch asked Mr. Copeland if he could get Attorney Rhett Bullard working on that  tot their property sO its higher and away from canal.  hopefully Ringpower will come to repair those.  thought the easiest way would be to amend the ordinance.  and present it to Attorney Watson. Mr. Copeland said yes, he could. problems these past few weeks.  Mr. Copeland lastly thanked Scott Pendarvis for helping with some Information Technology (IT)  10. GREG BAILEY,NORTH FLORIDA PROFESSIONAL SERVICES Mr. Greg Bailey updated the Board on several ongoing projects which include:  EOC- - He stated they have sent ninety percent oftheir set of plans to the town for their review and are on target for plans to be completed by April 1st and then go forward with Old Town Fire Station - He: stated they have a preconstruction meeting on March 22nd and the contractor informed them hei is having delay issues on building components and ise expecting those to arrive on. June 1 then construction should be starting around May 1sL. Library roof repair His staff has had a conversation with Attorney Watson regarding construction agreements with the adjacent landowner. Attorney Watson stated she will 95th-97t Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) project - He stated their office conducted an internal sixty percent review and will be addressing those results and should be complete within the next two (2) months then the plans will go out to bid. Hal Chaires Road He stated there are no more comments from Department of Transportation dot on construction plans; however, the road parallels the Greenway Trail, and is now State property and DOT had an issue with that. He said they presented to Department ofTransportation (DOT) that the County has been maintaining it for years and they think DOT is now willing to let us move ahead. He said they are expecting to The Sheriffs Evidence Building He stated they have sent the third draft oft the floor plan  the bid.  probably have them to his office this week sometime.  receive authorization to advertise prior to March 215!. ton review and once approved they can begin designing.  Regular Meeting March 07, 2024- - 10:00 AM- - Page 12 of26    Mr. Bailey commended Mr. Reid and encouraged the County to invest in recreational facilities and expressed that youth recreation is a big portion of economic development. Mr. Bailey lastly added that ifthere is anything they can dot tol help to let them know. He stated there are Federal Recreation Development Assistance Program (FRDAP). grants available. He said they won't generally pay for a whole complex, but there are ways to cut Commissioner Storey thanked both Mr. Bailey and Mr. Locklear for getting things done within  down costs ift the County has resources, they can dedicate toi it.  the County.  11. JOHNLOCKLEAR. LOCKLEAR AND ASSOCIATES Mr. Locklear stated that he had nothing to bring to the Board at this time.  12. CINDY BELLOT, LIBRARY: DIRECTOR  Mrs. Cindy Bellot reminded the Board oft the Festival this coming Saturday in Suwannee. She Commissioner Hatch thanked Mrs.. Jane Conners for her hard work and dedication in Suwannee. Mrs. Bellot stated that everything is going well at the library in Cross City and the plans for the 13. STEVEF FREMEN.CODE ENFORCEMENT & VETERANSSERVICE OFFICER  stated that Mrs. Jane Conners runs the festival and does a great job.  summer are almost completed.  Mr. Fremen stated that he had nothing to bring to thel Board at this time. 14. STEVE HUTCHISON.COUNTY ROAD SUPERINTENDENT Mr. Steve Hutchinson stated that the Road Department needs a tractor. He said he currently has a 1988. John Deere that he can no longer get parts for. He added that Mr. W.C. Mills bought all the tractors from Cross City Veneer and is sellinga Commissioner Hatch asked ifMr. Hutchinson has the money available in the Road Department  2003 that he would like to purchase, ifapproved.  budget.  Mr. Hutchinson said yes it was in the budget.  Commissioner Hatch made the motion to purchase a. 2003. John Deer 644H Front End Loader with 11 hours for $45,000.00 dollars from W.C. Mills. Commissioner Osteen seconded. Board Commissioner Stephenson asked where the money was that was made from an auction that was held to raise funds to help fix the loader and other road equipment. He added that he remembered that the County had a flood, and the money was used to fix the culverts, but then the County was supposed to put that money back into the Road Department equipment when reimbursed.  approved.  Regular Meeting March 07, 2024. - 10:00 AM- - Page 13of26    Mr. Hutchison said he didn't! know where the money was.  Mr. Gainey stated this took place prior to him being in the County Management position and he is Commissioner Stephenson said he would like the County to look into where this money is and if the County finds it this could allow them to be able to get the broken loader fixed. Mr. Hutchison also asked the Board about purchasing another lawn mower. He stated that the County was supposed to get twol lawn mowers, but only received one that hei is aware of. Mr. Gainey said that the County purchased one (1) lawn mower last year out oft the Road Department budget, but hei is not aware oft the approval to purchase two (2) mowers. Commissioner Stephenson asked if there is enough money in the Road Department budget fort the purchase ofanother mower as well as the loader previously mentioned? Mr. Gainey stated that after the purchase oft the loader the Road Department budget would have about $35,000.00 left in the budget. He said the lawn mower will cost approximately $12,000.00 and further reminded the Board that the rest of the money in the budget will have to carry the Road Department through the rest ofthe year and we are not even 61 months into the new year. Commissioner. Stephenson made the motion to purchase a new lawn mower ift thej funds are available ini the Road Department Budget. Commissioner Hatch seconded. Board approved.  not aware of this.  15. DWAYNECHAUNCEY.MOSOUITO CONTROL DIRECTOR  Mr. Chauncey was not present at this meeting. 16. TIMJOHNSON. SOLID WASTE DIRECTOR  Commissioner Hatch asked Solid Waste Director Tim. Johnson ifl he found a building for the roll- Mr. Johnson answered that he did get with Mr. Gainey and he was supposed to contact the shed company and Mr. Johnson hasn't had a chance to get back with Mr. Gainey yet to see what he  offs site on 55A. found out.  Mr. Gainey said that he has this covered.  Commissioner Hatch stated that he had someone call him regarding a burnout and he would like tov waive the fees because the person saved the County money by using someone else's dumpster instead oft the County dumpster, sO it didn't cost the County or tie up any of our equipment. Mr. Johnson said he spoke to B. Beckham and told him he would call Mr. Gainey to see ifwe Mr. Gainey stated he felt that because it was a business that brought stuff out there to dump the  needed to charge the fees. County should charge the fees.  Regular Meeting March 07, 2024- - 10:00 AM- Page 14 of26    Attorney Watson stated that ift the contract with the owner of the property included the cost for debris disposal and he charged the homeowner: for disposal when he didn't have to pay disposal fees this would defraud the customer. Ifhe didn't charge because he anticipated the fees were Commissioner Hatch stated that we always waive the tipping fees on burnouts and thinks we Motion made by Commissioner Hatch to waive the tipping fees on the burnouts. Commissioner Stephenson presented an amendment to the motion to state to waive the tipping fees ift the client didn'tcharge the customer. He said thati ifthe business charges the customer,  going to be waived by the County, then that's where we're at.  should continue.  then the fees are not to be waived.  Mr. Johnson expressed concern about knowing ifthe customer was charged. Commissioner Hatch said Mr. Johnson could call the customer.  Commissioner Hatch made the motion to waive the tipping. fees on burnouts if the business did not charge the customer. Commissioner. Stephenson seconded. Board approved. Commissioner Hatch asked about meeting out at 55A to look at the fence line. Mr. Gainey stated he could meet directly after the Board meeting.  Commissioner Stephenson asked Mr.. Johnson ift the dumpl had been fixed at the rock pit. Mr. Johnson said hei is always told there is no money in the budget to fixi it. He said he got an estimate of about $6,000.00 to put a fence across the front. He said this included 650 feet of Mr. Gainey stated that there is money in the budget for repair and maintenance and operating costs, but for the Board to keep in mind that theyj just bought an over-the-road truck and are Commissioner Stephenson stated that he will put some red top wire up until the County can help Commissioner Hatch asked if Commissioner Stephenson and Mr. Johnson can come up with a Commissioner Wood asked ifi improving the lighting at the site willl help with all the night Commissioner Stephenson said he felt like the only help would be enforcement.  chain link with barb wire on top.  Mr. Johnson asked what he can spend on fence so that he can get it done.  looking intoj purchasing a trailer.  put up a fence.  solution and bring it back to the next Board meeting.  trespassing.  Mr. Johnson stated that he thought that having a compactor at the sites would also help eliminate  some of the trespassing and stealing.  Regular Meeting March 07, 2024- -1 10:00. AM - Page 15 of26    Mr. Gainey stated that ifthe sites did not collect metal there would be no reason for trespassers to  go into the sites at night because usually, they are going in to steal the metal. Mr.. Johnson also stated that having trespassers is al lawsuit waiting tol happen.  Commissioner Stephenson said that ifa fencei is built then they can post no trespassing signs. Attorney Watson asked if there are no trespassing signs already posted at these sites.  Mr. Johnson answered yes.  Commissioner Osteen suggested that ift trespassers are seen to call the Sherriff's Office and ifthe person trespassing has a warrant, they can arrest them and remove them from the property.  17. LEON WRIGHT, BUILDING AND ZONING OFFICIAL  Building and Zoning Official Leon Wright presented to the Board and stated that they are working on the updating oft the Floodplain Ordinance, and it should be advertised and ready for He stated that they are removing some portions of the code, which were ofal higher standard and Mr. Wright also stated that once the Flood Plain is adopted then they will move to adopt the Land He stated in 2007 the County adopted a Windspeed Ordinance, and it is in direct conflict with the Florida Building Code and needs to be repealed and they are working on presenting this to the Mr. Wright also told the Board that ift they desire, he can also clean up the Burnout portion of the The Board responded yes; they did wish for Mr. Wright to clean up the Burnout portion oft the Mr. Wright stated that they issued the permit for the new. Dollar Store on Highway 19, and they have started construction. He added that they are getting ready to demo and prep the Mr. Wright also mentioned that he has hired David Lake to doi field inspections. He said he has moved Jean inside, and he also helps with field work when there is a surplus of  the first reading by the next Board meeting.  were unnecessary.  Development Regulations (LDR's).  Board. code. code.  Higginbotham Store as well.  inspections.  He said they outfitted the truck with Wi-Fi.  He added that he has moved Jesenia Teague to. Julie's old position. Commissioner Hatch asked what is going on outside of Cross City.  Regular Meeting March 07,2024- - 10:00 AM- - Page 16of26    Mr. Wright stated they are cutting trees, and the County doesn'thave a tree ordinance, sO it Mr. Wright stated that they are adding small scale exemptions to the new Flood Plain Ordinance,  doesn'tbother him.  and this would cover tree cutting and such for residential single families. 18. DARIAN BROWN, DIRECTOR OF EMERGENCY SERVICES  Director of Emergency Services Darian Brown stated they) just recently had al Department of Health Emergency Medical Service (EMS) Division inspection in which they passed with no Chief Scott Garner presented the Board with information regarding the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) match project is in the appropriations bill to waive all financially strained He stated this will bring our HMGP amount from 8.2 to 10.3-10.5 million dollars that we can  deficiencies.  counties for all matches. apply for.  Mr. Garner provided al list ofj projects allocated at this time: Backup generator at the Courthouse. He stated he received quotes fort these. Enlarging canal system and replacing box culverts in Old Town Seawalls on the riverside of349 South Acommunity wide warning system for public safety  4roads in Suwannee-SE 205, SE218, SE 209, and SE: 228 St for the raising of the roads.  He stated that the State of Florida has provided a contractor under the name ofTitle Basin to assist with these projects free of charge and they willl be assisting with the technical writing and ChiefGarner stated that all PWs are moving forward, and Cow Creek is the most recent one they Commissioner Osteen asked that ifonce the bridge is undermined can it be opened? Chief Garner said, yes, ifl Department of Transportation (DOT) approves we can open it back up. ChiefGarner stated he received an email that the Governor of Florida awarded 661 million dollars tol Hurricane Idalia impacted communities. Dixie County received 10.15 million dollars, which will handle all the dredging in Horseshoe and Suwannee, the two (2) fire stations, and the Shired He said that once these are started then we can look at redoing pavilions. He also added that he will get with our engineers and see ifthis iss something they can do or if they recommend going to Attorney Watson stated she didn't hear anything mentioned about the Horseshoe Park.  technical assistance for any HMGP projects throughout the state.  have for the undermining oft the bridge.  Island Beach renourishment and taking to engineered beach.  a beach engineering Specialist.  Regular Meeting March 07,2 2024 - 10:00 AM- Page 17of26    ChiefGarner. said Horseshoe Park would be done under the project worksheets (PW's) and the others mentioned are items not done under Project Worksheets; these are the dredging ofthe canals in Horseshoe and Suwannee, moving the fire station out ofthe' Town ofHorseshoe from the surge zone north oft the water tower, replacing station three (3) at Highway 349 and Highway Commissioner Stephenson asked for clarification on Shired Island. He stated that the County was going to take some grant money and purchase some oft the park from his dad and was wondering  351, and taking Shired Island from a natural beach to a engineered beach.  what happened.  Director Brown asked where the property is located.  Commissioner Stephenson said his property goes through the park beside the pavilions. Director Brown stated there is another project and they are trying to do something out there, but  he didn't want to make any promises.  Commissioner Hatch asked about the status oft the McGriffa and Alligator Pass?  Chief Garner said that the County doesn'town those. He states he met with Representative Kat Cammack and some FEMA: individuals in late February to entertain the idea oft the Army Corpt to help with the McGriff Pass. He added they said ifiti is shovel ready, they shouldn'thave an issue Director Brown stated that he spoke directly to Senator Kat Cammack, and she seemed to be very Mr. Gainey stated the meeting with the. Army Corp is on March 12, 2024, at 11:00. AM. Commissioner Hatch also asked about the docks at the Suwannee Community Building that was  with trying to go forward with that.  much aware and deeply moving int that direction.  blown over to Mrs. Chris Barbers place.  ChiefGarner. said they are in the process of getting the PWs written. Commissioner Hatch asked ifthe Community Building was still in limbo.  Chief Garner said that the County doesn'town the land, iti is owned by the School Board, and iti is more than fifty percent damaged, and a decision must be made as to ifv we move the building or raise it up and are we going to be able to that on non-county owned property? Human Resource Administrator Angie Crowly asked if FEMA is going to give us more: money on ChiefGarner stated that depends on how iti is written and what the amounts are, and FEMA has Mr. Gainey reminded the Board that ifthe County already got insurance money and a settlement and then decided to move forward with that money, this would forfeit any potential funding from  that or are we. just taking what the insurance is giving us. not given us an answer as to what they will do yet and how much.  FEMA.  Regular Meeting March 07, 2024 - 10:00 AM - Page 18 of26    19. SCOTT PENDARVIS.9115 COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR Mr. Pendarvis had to step out of the meeting and was not present at this time.  AITADMINISTRATOR  20. GAILCARTER, INDIGENT CARE Mrs. Carter was not present at this meeting. 21. HOLLY HOUGHTON, COUNTY EXTENSION AGENT Mrs. Houghton was not present at this meeting. 22. ANGIE CROWLEY.HUMANI RESOURCES ADMINISTRATOR  Human Resources Administrator Angie Crowley reminded everyone of the Wellness Health Screening scheduled for March 14, 2024, at the Trail Riders Club from 8:30. AM until 4:00 PM. She encouraged everyone to preregister for a time slot and reminded of the importance of participation for our County health rates. She added that they will be giving She also stated that she has a dollar amount of $76,189.00 from the insurance for the wrecked dump truck that was totaled. She stated needs approval from the Board so she can sign the title: and to do that she would need to get a letter of authorization signed giving her Commissioner, Stephenson. made the motion to approve Human Resources Administrator Angie Crowly to get a signed authorization letter allowing her to: sign the title for the wrecked  away: a $25.00 gift card to Walmart and snacks.  the authority to sign.  dump truck. Commissioner Osteen. seconded. Board approved. 23. PAULGAINEY.ACTING ASSIGNMENT COUNTY MANAGER  Acting Assignment County Manager Paul Gainey reviewed the County Managers Report  Action Items as follows: Action Items:  1. Request Board approval of the Powell & Jones CPA contract renewal FY 2023-in the Commissioner. Stephenson made the approval of the Powell &. Jones CPA contract renewa! FY 2023-in the amount of $84,500.00. Commissioner Wood: seconded. Board approved. 2. Request Board approval oft the DSI contract Amendment # 2 for ARPA which reflects 10% allowable for Administrative Services for an increased amount of $ 6,890.30, Commissioner, Stephenson made the approval of the DSI contract. Amendment: #2 for ARPA which reflects 10% allowable. for Administrative Services for an increased amount ofs 6,890.30, which brings the total DSI contract amount to $326,825.30. Commissioner Osteen  amount of $84,500.00.  which brings the total DSI contract amount to $326,825.30.  seconded. Board approved.  Regular Meeting March 07, 2024 - 10:00 AM - Page 19of26    3. Request Board approval ofthe FDOTNew] Hangar Building Amendment #1 additional Commissioner Osteen made the approval of the FDOT New Hangar Building Amendment: #1 additional funding amount of $551,620.00. Commissioner. Stephenson. seconded. Board 4. Request Board approval of the DEP 22PLN32 Vulnerability Assessment Amendment #1 updates to the contract verbiage and attachments. Tol be signed electronically by the Commissioner Osten made the approval of the DEP 22PLN32 Vulnerability. Assessment Amendment; #1 updates to the contract verbiage and attachments. Commissioner  funding amount of $551,620.00.  approved.  Chairman.  Stephenson seconded. Board approved. in the amount of $120,000.00.  5. Request Board approval of the Dixie County Artificial ReefEnhancement Application Commissioner Stephenson made the approval of the Dixie County Artificial Reef Enhancement Application in the amount of $120,000.00. Commissioner Wood: seconded. Board approved. 6. Request Board approval for the SHIP Down Payment Assistance for. Jordan Pickern in Commissioner Osteen made the approval for the SHIP Down Payment Assistance, for. Jordan Pickern in the amount of $20,000.00. Commissioner: Stephenson seconded. Board approved. 7. Request Board approval for the SHIP Rehab Reimbursement for Patricia Dillion in the Commissioner Osteen made the approval, for the SHIP Rehab Reimbursement, for Patricia Dillion in the amount of; $14,999.00. Commissioner Wood: seconded. Board approved. 8. Request Board approval for the SHIP Release of Lien for Peggy Valentine in the Commissioner Stephenson made the approval, for the SHIP Release of Lien for Peggy Valentine in the amount of $1,500.00. Commissioner Wood: seconded. Board approved. 9. Request Board approval for the Release ofLien for Peggy Valentine on parcel 031012- Commissioner Stephenson made the approval for the Release of Lien for Peggy Valentine on parcel 031012-14380A.0170 in the amount of $28,446.75. Commissioner Hatch: seconded. 10. Request Board approval for the purchase ofa 45K Trailer from 4Trailer ini the amount of$28,500.00 based off the SWTF recommendation using ARPA monies.  the amount of $20,000.00.  amount of $14,999.00.  amount of$1,500.00.  1438000A-0170 in the amount of $28,446.75.  Board approved.  Regular Meeting March 07, 2024 - 10:00 AM-I Page 20 of26    Commissioner. Stephenson made the approval for the purchase ofa4 45K Trailer from 4Trailer in the amount of $28,500.00 based off the SWTF recommendation using ARPA monies.  Commissioner Osteen seconded. Board approved.  11. Request Board approval of the for the purchase of a Shearex 35" Vertical Mulching Head, to fit the new Excavator, from Quality Equipment & Parts in the amount of $31,500.00 based off the SWTF recommendation using ARPA monies. Commissioner, Stephenson made the approval of the for the purchase of a Shearex: 35" Vertical Mulching Head, to fit the new Excavator,, from Quality Equipment & Parts in the amount of $31,500.00 based off the SWTFI recommendation using ARPA monies. Commissioner Wood 12. Request Board approval to allocate the 2022-2023 Opioid Settlement Disbursements received in the amount of $70,633.07 to EMS to be used for the Community Commissioner. Stephenson made the approval to allocate the 2022-2023 Opioid Settlement Disbursements received in the amount f$70,633.07 to EMS to be usedj for the Community Paramedicine program. Commissioner Hatch. seconded. Board approved.  seconded. Board approved.  Paramedicine program.  Information Items:  1. Freeman House in. Jena MOA renewal.  Mr. Gainey stated that in 2014a al Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) was entered into between Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) and Dixie County. He pointed out that on He also said he has been in contact with Rachel Penrod with FWC and she said they are willing to move forward and to take on the project ifthe Board doesn't want to continue with the agreement. He added that ift the County continues in the agreement, the County would be  Page 2 oft the agreement it lays out the responsibilities oft the County.  responsible for providing the following:  regular ground maintenance mowing and road maintenance provide water, sewer and electric utilities law enforcement patrols and have a host caretaker on site, make available for public access provide services necessary for events  trash removal along the entrance and around the house and all other buildings  Commissioner Osteen asked if FWC owns the property. Mr. Gainey stated yes, they do own the property.  He then asked thel Board for direction on whether to continue in the agreement or allow the State  to pick up.  Regular Meeting March 07, 2024- - 10:00 AM - Page 21 of26    Mrs. Kay McCallister stated that Mrs. Rachel Penrod of FWC told her she needed the space for the biological research team to stay and ift they resumed the building it would no longer be open Mr. Gainey reminded the Board that the property belongs to the State of Florida and ifv we continue in the agreement the County would be responsible with all the associated costs of Repealed Motion--Motion to let FWC have the property and they can cover all the cost ofit (First Osteen, Second Wood)-This motion was repealed and the Board made the motion below Attorney Watson stated that by just briefly reviewing the agreement it looks like under the agreement the County would be maintaining a long-term sub lease of property for environmental education ecotourism activity. She added that FWC couldn't proceed with bioengineering ifwe She also stated that she needed more information and more time to review the document. Mr. Gainey stated that there is a ninety-day termination requirement for either party. Commissioner Storey suggested tabling the motion for Attorney Watson to review the agreement Attorney Watson stated that as she quickly reviewed the agreement, she observed an issue with the responsibility of the County under #5 that would allow vehicle access to no more than six (6) vehicles at one time and that would hinder any usage the County could have. The Motion was made by Commissioner Osteen 10 ferminate the memorandum af ugreement with FWC. Commissioner Wood: seconded. Board approred.  tot the public. upkeep.  regarding the memorandum ofagreement.  are the lease holder.  thoroughly and bring it back to the Board at the next meeting.  2. Dixie County Employee Wellness check-up is on Thursday, March 14, 2024, 8:30 am 4 :00 pm at the Trail Riders. You can set your appointment time by tp/pckatmecomdnicmvschsillsereningsehodule  using  the  website  at  3. Reminder of the Suwannee River Livestock Fair is going on now until March  20, 2024.  4. Consultant Services Discussion.  Mr. Gainey asked the Boards opinion on getting a monitor installed in the Board Meeting Room for map and sketch presentations. He said this would include installation ofaT.V. monitor and a Commissioner. Hatch, Storey and Stephenson all said they thought this would be a good idea. Mr. Gainey stated that Attorney Watson has been doing research into the piggybacking offt the Town of Horseshoe as discussed in our last meeting and introduced hert to the Board to: share  small computer.  information on the subject.  Regular Meeting March 07, 2024 - 10:00. AM - Page 22 of26    Attorney Watson stated there are some concerns with piggybacking, She said the municipality falls under different guidelines than what our County does because they can set their own procurement procedures. She also stated ift their procedures fall short and we piggyback and get audited, they can come back for reimbursement ofany funds we received and used.  Commissioner Hatch recommended hiring a consultant.  Mr. Gainey asked what scope ofwork and what services the County would be advertising for.  Commissioner Hatch answered application and administrative oversight. The Motion wuS mude by Commissioner Hutch to adrvertise for consalling services.  Commissioner Wood seconded. Board approred. their specific grants, because they have had a lot of success.  Director of Emergency Services Darian Brown asked if the County wanted them to continue with Commissioner Storey recommended Mr. Brown and their team to continue processing their Commissioner Hatch agreed but also added that it doesn't hurt for that to be int the consultant's  grants and said they had done a good job.  scope of work as well.  24. CHANA WATSON.COUNTY ATTORNEY  Attorney Watson presented a request from Mr. Jason Holifield for an easement that would cross over the property at the. Jack Roberts Curve Rolloff Site and access his property. Mr. Gainey stated he spoke with Mr. John Locklear ofLocklear and Associates and asked ift the easement would affect the site in any way as far as our burn permit and he assured it would not Commissioner Hatch clarified with Mr. Holifield that it would be at thirty-foot easement to the property line and into his property tol keep cows and traffic out ofa residential neighborhood. The Motion WAS made hy Commissioner Osteen lo accept the apprpal of the cusement, fur Mr.  affect it at all.  Mr. Holifield also stated that he will put a fence on the easement. Juson Holifield. Commissioner Hoodseconded. Bourd upproped. Commissioner Hatch recommended the County not charge Mr. Holifield.  Attorney Watson informed the Board that the agreement presented by Mr. Holifield stated this is ap perpetual easement for his successors and assigns and heirs into perpetuity.She explained that this means ifMr. Holifield sells the property it will remain with anyone, he: may sell it to. She further recommended letting him pay because the property will remain with him and transfer to The Board agreed to take payment for the easement ofl land from Mr. Holifield in the amount of  his successors. She stated he is offering $5,000.00.  $5,000.00.  Regular Meeting March 07, 2024- - 10:00 AM - Page 23 of26    Attorney Watson also brought before the Board another piece of property in a similar situation, that is land locked that at one time was under an owner who subdivided the property. She stated the parent property was originally owned by the Keatings then the County got a piece and Mrs. Chaires owns a piece. She said that Ms. Chaires' property is totally land locked and she could sue at a future date to get access from the County because we are a part oft the parent property. Mr. Gainey provided a map showing the access route they would give Mrs. Chaires. He stated The Motion WIS made hy Commissioner Osteen 10 give access to. Mrs. Chaires as presented lon the map/handout (the red line along thej fence line) by the County Manugers Office.  She made the recommendation to grant access tol Ms. Chaires. the red line on the map is the suggested route to provide for her.  Commissioner Wood: seconded. Board upprored. 25. BARBIE IGGINBOTHAMACUERK OF COURT  Clerk ofCourt Barbie Higginbotham stated that she doesn'ta appreciate being bashed in a public meeting by a county commissioner about the county finances and that the county budget is at least eighty-five percent better now than when she came into office four (4): years ago and that her Commissioner Storey thanked Mrs. Higginbotham and the finance team for all their hard work. Finance Director Mrs. Jackie. Johnson brought the current budget report. She stated that the County is forty-two percent in and are doing good. She said they have gotten most ofthe Advalorem taxes in and there is usually a nice size deposit in April. She said everything else is posted and up to date. She added that the 2023 audit will take place at the end ofthe month and that every bank account is reconciled and up to date. Mrs. Mary Goodrich asked ift the County is staying within the budget.  team has worked hard to get to that point.  Mrs. Johnson answered yes, itis. 26. COUNTY COMMISSIONITEMS  Commissioner Wood stated that the Road Department is getting some stuff fixed int the Second District and that hei is glad tol have County Road Department Superintendent Steve Hutchinson Commissioner Hatch apologized for missing some of the County meetings and explained that he Commissioner Osteen stated that Commissioner Hatch was in our prayers and that ifh he needed He also added that on April 13, 2024, there will be an open house/career day at the Mayport Commissioner Osteen also stated that there is al large old 1970's motor home left at the. Jena Boat Ramp Park from the Hurricane Idalia damage and he asked to see ifMrs. Chana could do some  back.  has had some family health problems and his mom's! house was broken into.  anything for him to let us know.  Coast Guard Base from 10:00 AM until 2:00 PM.  research to find out how to get rid ofit.  Regular Meeting March 07, 2024- - 10:00 AM- - Page 24 of26    Commissioner Hatch advised calling the Sheriff's office to have them red tagi it. Commissioner Storey stated that Commissioner Hatch is in our prayers.  27. PUBLIC COMMENTS AND CONCERNS and concerns from her friends in the community. Hammock than they have been in years.  Mrs. Mary Goodrich approached the Board with ai text message that she read with ai few questions The Board assured her that these issues are being taken care of and things are better out int the Commissioner Hatch asked Mr. Gainey ifh he has a list ofi items for repair and work in that area. Mr. Gainey said yes, but he wasn'tsure where Mrs. Goodrich lives in relation to the jobs being Mr. James Melton asked for a day and time that Commissioner Hatch and the others regarding the Commissioner Hatch stated he will try and schedule something to meet with all parties involved Town Council Member Ryan Fulford reminded everyone that they have a Centennial celebration meeting today at 3:30 PM at City Hall and it is open for anyone who wishes to attend.  performed.  Variance for the boat ramp could meet.  and it will probably be scheduled for the first part of next week.  Regular Meeting March 07, 2024-1 10:00 AM- - Page 25 of26    BOCC Regular Meeting Commission Board Room Dixie County Courthouse 214 NE Hwy 351, Cross City, FL 32628 March 07,2024-1 10:00 AM  The Board meetings are audio recorded. The public can hear and participate in the meeting via conference call  by dialing 1(9177900-1022 and enter code. 32628.  28. ADJOURN  Commissioner Hatch made the motion to adjourn. Commissioner Osteen seconded. Board approved.  BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS DIXIE COUNTY, FLORIDA Jani Lh, Jamie Storey, Chairman  ATYTEST:A  U  AMla Barbie Higginbotham, Clétk-Auditor  PLEASE BE ADVISED that ifa person decides to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to matter considered. at such meeting or hearings, he/ she will need a record oft the proceedings, and for such any purpose, he/ she will need to ensure that a verbatim record ofthe proceedings is made, which record includes the "Persons with disabilities requesting reasonable accommodations. to participate. in this proceeding should contact The Board meets thej first Thursday of each month at 10:00AM: and the third Thursday of each month at 6:00 PM. Individuals that would like to be placed on the agenda should call Barbie Higginbotham, Clerk ofCourt,  testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.  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