AUGUST: 22, 2024 JASPER, FLORIDA  REGULAR SESSION  The Board of County Commissioners, Hamilton County, Florida, met in regular session on Tuesday, August 22, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. in the Board Room, 207 Northeast First Street, Jasper, Florida. Present were Commissioners Travis Erixton, Jimmy Murphy, Robbie Roberson, Richie McCoy and Robert Brown, a full Board being present. Also present were  County Attorney Andy Decker and County Coordinator Gary Godwin.  The meeting was called to order by Chairman McCoy and led in prayer by Commissioner Brown with the Pledge of Allegiance being led by Chairman McCoy. NOTICE OF UBLCHFARNG-SE2HI - A PETITION BY MARIA REYES REQUESTING A SPECIAL EXCEPTION BE GRANTED AS PROVIDED FOR] IN SECTION 4.5INT THE LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONSTO. ALLOW FOR ANI EVENT VENUEIN. AN AGRICULTURE-4(A-'ZONING DISTRICTON PROPERTY LOCATED INI HAMILTON COUNTY,FLORIDA.  Chairman McCoy recessed the regular Board meeting and called the public hearing Land Use Administrator Matthew Morgan explained the action before the Board as an application for an event venue in an AG-4 zoning district. Mr. Morgan advised the Board that the Planning and Zoning Board unanimously approved the application. Davis and Maria Reyes provided the Board with a detailed explanation oft their plans for the venue. The Reyes also stated that there would be no adverse effects to adjacent property or traffic issues. There being no further questions or comments from the Board or public, Chairman McCoy closed the public hearing at 6:08 p.m. and reconvened the Board meeting.  for SE 24-01 to order at 6:05 p.m.  Motion by Commissioner Brown to approve SE 24-01 as recommended by the Planning and Zoning Board. Second was made by Commissioner Murphy, motion  carried with a unanimous vote.  ANIMAL CONTROL FACILTYIOCATON-ONE SMITH  Josh Smith addressed the Board and shared his concerns with the Animal Control facility being constructed on the SR-6/1-75 Water and Sewer property. Mr. Smith advised the Board that the facility would only be approximately 3/10'so ofa mile from New Hope Baptist Church which could cause issues with Church services and funerals. Mr. Smith requested that the Board consider rescinding their previous motion to place the Animal    opposition to the location oft the facility. Pamela Wyniski questioned Mr. Smith as tol his opposition to the facility and described the plans for the new facility which will be enclosed. County Engineer Greg Bailey explained the construction plans for the facility. County Attorney Andy Decker advised the Board not to rescind their previous motion due to the item being placed on the agenda and advertised in accordance with Florida Statutes when the previous decision was made by the Board. Wanda Cox spoke in support of the new Animal Control facility and stated that the Board should consider farm property in the county for the facility. The Board discussed the reasons for the facility being planned for the current location and agreed to consider alternative sites with the issue to be placed on the agenda for  further discussion on September 17, 2024.  Charles Diaz addressed the Board concerning chemical trails left by planes which is poisonous. Mr. Diaz outlined his concerns and discussed the problems with the economy and  national debt. Mr. Diaz stated that America needs to return to God. SHIP/CDBG PROGRAM/CDBG-CV-STATUS REPORT  Ship Administrator Spencer Nabors provided the Board with a detailed report for the ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS-STATUS REPORT AND REQUESTS County Coordinator Gary Godwin provided the Board with a brief update regarding the current economic development projects and the acquisition of the Geddes properties.  Ship, CDBG, HHRP and CDBG-CV programs.  ROAD PAVING PROJECTS-STATUS EREPORT  Kellan Bailey, with North Florida Professional Services, provided the Board with a CR132-N Mr. Bailey advised the Board that staffi is finishing the Q&A for the project GIBSON PARK - Mr. Bailey stated that staffi is waiting on FWC to determine the 5HOLE BOAT RAMP - Mr. Bailey stated that NFPS is awaiting responses from the SRWMD and Army Corp. of Eng. and is continuing to work on the permit application. ANIMAL CONTROL - Mr. Bailey briefly discussed the revised scope of work for the Animal Control facility and advised that he will be meeting with staff for the final plan  status report on the current road projects and reviewed each project.  plans and is being reviewed by FDOT.  funding.  details.  SRI29LIFTSTATION. - Mr. Bailey stated that the permit documentation has been  signed and executed with the next step to bid the project.  2    signed and executed with the next step to bid the project.  VULNERABILITY ASSESSMENT PROJECT - The Board discussed an email from Locklear and Associates regarding the next phase of the Vulnerability Assessment  project.  Motion by Commissioner Roberson to allow Locklear and Associates to proceed with the next phase oft the Vulnerability Assessment grant project. Second was made by SE 142ND BLVD./SW: 87th TERRACE-Mr. Bailey discussed both roads and the details for paving both roads. After al lengthy discussion, the Board requested NFPS to  Commissioner Erixton, motion carried with a unanimous vote.  provide plans for both paving projects.  Motion by Commissioner Erixton to allow the paving ofthe outlined portion of SE 142nd Blvd. and SW 87th Terrace. Second was made by Commissioner Roberson, JENNINGS I-75 INTERCHANGE = REVISED COST OPINIONS AND MAPS OF ROUNDABOUT VS. SIGNAL ALTERNATIVES - APPROVAL TO PROCEED WITH PURCHASE OF RIGHT-OF-WAY PROPERTY-Mr. Bailey discussed the Jennings interchange project with the Board. County Coordinator Gary Godwin advised the Board that Darrel Carter has requested that the retention pond be relocated to the other side  motion carried with a unanimous vote.  oft the entrance road.  Motion by Commissioner Roberson to allow the retention pond to be moved as requested and to allow staff to negotiate with Mr. Carter for the right-of-way. Second was made by Commissioner Murphy, motion carried with a unanimous vote.  CONSENT AGENDA  Motion by Commissioner Roberson to approve the consent agenda. Second was made  by Commissioner Erixton, motion carried with a unanimous vote. STORM RELATED ISSUES - DISCUSSION AND REQUESTS  Motion by Commissioner Roberson to approve the continuation of the Local State of Emergency. Second was made by Commissioner Brown, motion carried with a Emergency Management Director Pam Allen provided the Board with an update on the rivers and announced that the storm debris will be collected by districts with a FDOT debris contract meeting to be held on Thursday, August 26th at 10:00 a.m. The Board announced that members of the Board will be in attendance. Ms. Allen discussed the mutual aid agreements and advised that the county has been approve for CAT A&B.  unanimous vote.  3    APPROVE BILLS  Motion by Commissioner Brown to approve the bills (vouchers 168172-1 168395 and checks 074126-074209). Second was made by Commissioner Roberson, motion  carried with a unanimous vote.  CORRESPONDENCE AND ANNOUNCEMENTS  Commissioner Roberson briefly discussed the Animal Control facility location. Commissioner Murphy discussed issues with the Bellville Fire Department. Commissioner Erixton requested that the Board consider the placement of flashing stop signs at the intersection of CR 25A and CR 132. After a brief discussion, the Board agreed to allow the lights to be included in the CR: 25A paving project plans. The Board agreed to assume the upkeep of the Pool Pond Cemetery.  Clerk of Court Greg Godwin provided the Board with an update on the Infrastructure  Surtax audit report.  There being no further business before the Board, Chairman McCoy adjourned the  meeting at 7:40 p.m.  LANES RICHIE MCCOY,CHATMAN  ATTEST:  CaRE  GREG GODWIN, EX-OFFICIO CLERK  4