Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting (2024-09-10)

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS CITRUS COUNTY, FLORIDA Citrus County Courthouse 110 N. Apopka Avenue, Room 100 Inverness, FL 34450 MINUTES September 10, 2024 - 1:00 PM Holly L. Davis, Chairman, District 5 Rebecca Bays, 1st Vice Chair, District 4 Diana Finegan, 2nd Vice Chair, District 2 Jeff Kinnard D.C., Commissioner District 1 Ruthie Davis Schlabach, Commissioner, District 3 Steve L. Howard, County Administrator Denise A. Dymond Lyn, County Attorney Angela Vick, Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller A. CALL TO ORDER September 10, 2024 Citrus County Courthouse The meeting was called to order at 1:02 PM. A.1. Invocation George Conger, Reverend of the Shepherd of the Hills Episcopal Church, led the Invocation. A.2. Pledge of Allegiance Geoffrey Mozo, a U.S. Marine Chaplain Veteran, led the Pledge of Allegiance. A.3. Roll Call Present: Ruthie Davis Schlabach, Holly L. Davis, Rebecca Bays, Jeff Kinnard D.C., Diana Finegan, County Administrator Steve Howard, County Attorney Denise Lyn, Deputy Clerk Amy Novinger, Deputy Clerk Ashlyn Russ Absent: Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller Angela Vick A.4. Approval of Agenda County Administrator Steve Howard submitted additional item E38, provided additional information for items E36 and G2, and requested to pull items B11, E35, and O1. Motion to approve the Agenda, with the additions and the pulled items. RESULT: Adopted

Minutes Board of County Commissioners Meeting - September 10, 2024 MOVER: Ruthie Davis Schlabach SECONDER: Jeff Kinnard D.C. AYES: Davis Schlabach, Davis, Bays, Kinnard D.C., Finegan NAY: None Motion to reconsider the approval of the Agenda. Board discussion ensued prior to the vote. RESULT: Adopted MOVER: Ruthie Davis Schlabach SECONDER: Jeff Kinnard D.C. AYES: Davis Schlabach, Davis, Bays, Kinnard D.C., Finegan NAY: None Motion to approve the agenda, with the addition of item E38, additional information for items E36 and G2, and pulling items B11 and E35. RESULT: Adopted MOVER: Rebecca Bays SECONDER: Ruthie Davis Schlabach AYES: Davis Schlabach, Davis, Bays, Kinnard D.C., Finegan NAY: None Clerk's Note: During item O1 there was a motion to reconsider item A4, in order to add item O1 back to the agenda. B. CONSENT Motion to approve the Consent Agenda, in its entirety. RESULT: Adopted MOVER: Diana Finegan SECONDER: Jeff Kinnard D.C. AYES: Davis Schlabach, Davis, Bays, Kinnard D.C., Finegan NAY: None Minutes B.1. Minutes of the Board of County Commissioners Approve the following minutes of the Board of County Commissioners: July 9, 2024 Regular Meeting

Minutes Board of County Commissioners Meeting - September 10, 2024 July 23, 2024 Regular Meeting July 24, 2024 Fire Protection Special District Preliminary Budget Hearing July 24, 2024 Board of County Commissioners Preliminary Budget Hearing August 6, 2024 Regular Meeting Administration No items. Attorneys Office No items. Clerk B.2. Ratify the Election of the Value Adjustment Board Chair by the County Governing Body It is recommended that the BOCC ratify Commissioner Finegan’s election as Chair of the 2024 VAB. B.3. County Warrants Accept the attached check registers outlining the County warrants. Community Services B.4. Asset# 20436 For Auction a. Determine and declare Asset 20436, a 2008 Eldorado Van, a surplus property to be eligible for sale on Gov Deals. b. Authorize staff to proceed with the sale of the surplus property on Gov Deals. (Eric Head, Community Services Director) Fire Services No items. Human Resources

Minutes Board of County Commissioners Meeting - September 10, 2024 B.5. Revised County Holidays Approve and authorize the revision of the Employee Handbook to reflect that for the Christmas Holiday, the two (2) days will be assigned annually by the County Administrator (or designee). (June Randall, Human Resources Director) Management and Budget B.6. City of Inverness Annual Financial Report Acknowledge receipt of the Annual Financial Report for the City of Inverness for Fiscal year ending September 30, 2023. (Erin Dohren, Director Management & Budget). B.7. Commercial Property and Casualty - October 1, 2024 Authorize the Chairman to execute the Premium Recapitulation and supporting signature pages and approval to purchase the following insurance policies: Crime and Employee Dishonesty, Public Officials and Employment Practices which includes Cyber Liability, Excess General Liability, Excess Auto Liability, Excess Worker's Compensation, Firefighters Cancer Benefit Insurance, Pollution Liability, National Flood Insurance polices, Sheriff's Additional Insured Endorsement and the Risk Management Associates (known as Brown & Brown) Brokerage Fee for coverage beginning October 1, 2024 through October 1, 2025, for a combined total premium for all policies of $1,143,773.80. (Erin Dohren, Director Management & Budget) B.8. Application for Homosassa Phase V Sewer to Septic - appropriation Approve and authorize staff to apply for the funding approved for the Homosassa Phase V Sewer to Septic through the Environmental Protection Authority, in House BIll 4366. (Erin Dohren, Management and Budget Director). Growth Management B.9. Release of Lien a. Approve and Authorize the Chairman to execute Releases of Lien for Property Abatement Assessment by and between Citrus County, Florida, and

Minutes Board of County Commissioners Meeting - September 10, 2024 certain property owners. b. Authorize the Clerk to record the Releases of Lien in the Public Records of Citrus County, Florida. (Eric Landon, Director of Growth Management) B.10. RPLT2024-00007 Young's Retreat Subdivision a. Review RPLT2024-00007, Young's Retreat Subdivision. b. If approved, direct the Chair to execute the plat and the Clerk to execute and record the plat in the public records (Eric Landon, Growth Management Director) B.11. RPLT2024-00004 Chamberlain- Patterson Subdivision a. Review RPLT2024-00004, Chamberlain-Patterson Subdivision. b. If approved, direct the Chair to execute the plat and the Clerk to execute and record the plat in the public records (Eric Landon, Growth Management Director) This item was pulled during the meeting. B.12. FPLT2024-00002 Tarawood Phase Three Subdivision a. Review FPLT2024-00002, Tarawood Ph 3 Subdivision. b. If approved, direct the Chair to execute the plat and the Clerk to execute and record the plat in the public records (Eric Landon, Growth Management Director) Public Works No items. Systems Management B.13. Records Disposition Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute the following Records Dispositions for the disposal of public records that have met legal retention: BOCC-0442- Management & Budget/Risk, BOCC-0443-Technical Services/LandSection, BOCC-444-Systems Management. (Todd Dunn, Chief Information Officer) Visitors and Convention Bureau

Minutes Board of County Commissioners Meeting - September 10, 2024 No items. Water Resources No items. Set Public Hearings Workshops B.14. Set a Public Hearing on a Medicaid Assessment Program Resolution Set a Public Hearing on September 24, 2024 at 1:30 PM on a resolution pertaining to a Medicaid Assessment Program. (Erin Dohren, Director Management & Budget) B.15. Set a Public Hearing on Disaster Debris Removal Ordinance Set a Public Hearing on September 24, 2024, at 1:35 p.m. for an ordinance of Citrus County, Florida, amending Chapter 30, Article II, adding Section 30-41, entitled “Disaster Debris Removal from Private Residential Communities”; adding Section 30-42, entitled “Commercial and Other Property”; adding Section 30-43, entitled “Indemnification and Hold Harmless”; adding Section 30-44, entitled “County Property”; adding Section 30-45, entitled “Emergency Roadway Clearance”; adding Section 30-46, entitled “Private Property”; adding Section 30-47, entitled “Gated Communities”; adding Section 30-48, entitled “Removal of Hazardous Trees or Hazardous Limbs”, providing for severability; providing for scrivener’s errors; providing for codification and inclusion into the code; providing for modifications that may arise from consideration at public hearing; and providing for an effective date. (Steve L. Howard, County Administrator). C. PROCLAMATIONS, AWARDS & PRESENTATIONS Motion to approve items C1 through C5. RESULT: Adopted MOVER: Jeff Kinnard D.C. SECONDER: Diana Finegan AYES: Davis Schlabach, Davis, Bays, Kinnard D.C., Finegan NAY: None Following the Proclamations, Chair Holly Davis announced that Jessie's Place Fundraiser would be held this Friday and Deputy Clerk Amy Novinger requested clarification of the motion for item B11.

Minutes Board of County Commissioners Meeting - September 10, 2024 C.1. Proclamation -- KCCB Award - Save our Waters Week September 21-28, 2024 Approve and Authorize the board to proclaim the week of September 21-28, 2024 as Save our Waters Week C.2. Proclamation -- National Rehab Awareness Week September 16-22, 2024 Approve and Authorize the Board to proclaim the week of September 16-22, 2024 as National Rehab Awareness Week C.3. Proclamation -- National Crime and Intelligence Analyst Appreciation Day Approve and Authorize the Board to proclaim September 20, 2024 as National Crime and Intelligence Analyst Appreciation Day C.4. Proclamation -- Crime Stoppers Awareness Month Approve and Authorize the Board to proclaim the month of September as "Crime Stoppers Awareness" Month C.5. Proclamation -- Florida Missing Children's Day Approve and Authorize the Board to proclaim September 9, 2024 as Florida Missing Children's Day D. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC The following individuals addressed the Board on various issues: Dr. Carmen Koubicek Mark Svestka, representing the Pine Ridge Property Owners Association Anita Olbek-Tooker Violet Langieri Karleen Sempert Terry Weber Nelles Steven Schwartz Janet Barek Dakota Casey DiGiantomasso Susan Pellegrino Carlos Carrasquillo Rita Fox

Minutes Board of County Commissioners Meeting - September 10, 2024 Commissioners responded to comments from the public and County Administrator Steve Howard responded to the Board. Additional Information for Item D - Submitted by Rita Fox Public Speaker Forns for Item D E. REGULAR BUSINESS E.1. Bids Motion to approve items E1a through p. First Vice Chair Rebecca Bays commented. The motion was amended to add: pull item E1i for a separate discussion. RESULT: Adopted MOVER: Jeff Kinnard D.C. SECONDER: Rebecca Bays AYES: Davis Schlabach, Davis, Bays, Kinnard D.C., Finegan NAY: None E.1.a. AGR 24-150 Patron Point Software subscription for Libraries; Springshare, LLC Approve and Authorize the Chairman to execute the Agreement between Citrus County, Florida and Springshare, LLC to provide Patron point software for a marketing automation system. (Eric Head, Community Services Director) E.1.b. RFQ 21-095 Work Authorization; Professional Services - Continuing Services Contract - Engineering; Design of a new Fire Station at the Inverness Airport; DRMP, Inc. Approve and Authorize the Chairman to execute a Work Authorization for DRMP, Inc. for design services for the new construction of Inverness Airport Fire Station. (Craig Stevens, Fire Chief of Fire Services / Carlton Hall, Interim Public Works Director)

Minutes Board of County Commissioners Meeting - September 10, 2024 E.1.c. RFQ 21-096 Work Authorization; Professional Services-Continuing Services Contract-Utilities/Water Resources; Suncoast Parkway Impacts to Meadowcrest WWTF; Ardurra Group, Inc. Approve and Authorize the Chaiman to execute the Work Authorization for Ardurra Group, Inc. for the Suncoast Parkway Impacts to Meadowcrest WWTF project. (Ken Cheek P.E., Water Resources Director) E.1.d. RFQ 21-096 Professional Services-Continuing Services Contract- Utilities/Water Resources; Loan Application and General Funding Support Services; Mead & Hunt, Inc. Approve and Authorize the Chairman to execute a Work Authorization for Mead & Hunt, Inc. for assistance with preparing a grant funding plan for various utility related capital improvement plan projects and preparation of grant request applications. (Ken Cheek, PE, Water Resources Director) E.1.e. PB 24-113 Change Order; Cloud Solutions; NASPO contract No. 43230000- NASPO-16-ACS- Master Agreement AR2472; Carahsoft Technology Corp. Approve and Authorize the Chairman to execute Change Order CO-01 on PB 24-113 with Carahsoft Technology Corp. for OpenGov Procurement Software. (Erin Dohren, Director of Department of Management & Budget) E.1.f. ITB 23-125 SCOP Resurfacing Project- N. Dunkenfield Ave. from W. Venable St. to 250 LF N of N. Marion Way; Pave-Rite, Inc. Approve and Authorize the Chairman to execute the Agreement between Citrus County, Florida and Pave-Rite, Inc. to provide FDR and resurfacing work for two lanes of N. Dunkenfield Ave from W. Venable St. to 250 Linear feet North or N. Marion Way. (Carlton Hall, Interim Director of Public Works) E.1.g. ITB 24-094 Agreement; Security & Fire Alarm Monitoring Services Approve and Authorize the Chairman to execute the Agreement between Citrus County, Florida and a Security and Fire Alarm Monitoring Service Contractor to provide 24/7 security and fire alarm monitoring services. (Carlton Hall, Interim Director of Public Works) E.1.h. ITB 24-035 Agreement; Ozello Bridges Construction/Repair Project; Titan Construction Management LLC a. Approve and Authorize the Chairman to execute the Agreement between Citrus County, Florida and Titan Construction Management LLC to provide Bridge Repairs to the Colleen Canal, Black Creek and Saltwater Bay Bridges

Minutes Board of County Commissioners Meeting - September 10, 2024 along Ozello Road (CR 494). b. Approve related Budget Transfer. (Carlton Hall, Interim Public Works Director) E.1.i. ITB 24-022 Agreement; Mechanical Harvesting of Aquatic Vegetation; Texas Aquatic Harvesting, Inc. Approve and Authorize the Chairman to execute the Agreement between Citrus County, Florida and Texas Aquatic Harvesting, Inc. to furnish all labor and equipment for an aquatic plant control program to control aquatic vegetation in Citrus County designated waterways on an as-needed basis. (Carlton Hall, Interim Director of Public Works) Board discussion ensued. Interim Public Works Director Carlton Hall provided clarification to the Board. Motion to approve item E1i. The following individuals addressed the Board: Janet Barek and Bob Rutemiller, Project Manager for Point Lonesome Restoration of Lakes. Commissioner Jeff Kinnard, D.C.and County Attorney Denise A. Dymond Lyn commented prior to the vote. RESULT: Adopted MOVER: Jeff Kinnard D.C. SECONDER: Ruthie Davis Schlabach AYES: Davis Schlabach, Davis, Bays, Kinnard D.C., Finegan NAY: None Public Speaker Forms for Item E1i E.1.j. ITB 24-052 Amendment No. 3; Ft. Island Trail Septic Remediation Project; Midsouth, Inc. Approve and Authorize the Chairman to execute Amendment No. 3 to the Agreement between Citrus County, Florida and Midsouth, Inc. to extend the date for final completion to September 30, 2024. (Ken Cheek P.E., Director of Water Resources) E.1.k. ITB 22-083 Amendment No. 2; Water Sense Labeled Irrigation Controller Install Program; Eco-Land Design, LLC Approve and Authorize the Chairman to execute Amendment No. 2 to the Agreement between Citrus County, Florida and Eco-Land Design, LLC,

Minutes Board of County Commissioners Meeting - September 10, 2024 extending the duration of the Agreement to September 30, 2025. (Ken Cheek, P.E., Water Resources Director) E.1.l. PB 24-200 Agreement; Lake County, Florida # 22-730H, Fire Equipment, Supplies, and Services; Municipal Equipment Company, LLC Approve and Authorize the Chairman to execute the Agreement between Citrus County, Florida and Municipal Equipment Company, LLC to provide fire equipment, supplies, and services. (Craig Stevens, Fire Chief, Fire Rescue/EMS) E.1.m. RFQ 21-003 Amendment No.3; Elder Affairs and Older Americans In-Home Health Services; Errand Rides, LLC Approve and Authorize the Chairman to execute Amendment to the Agreement between Citrus County, Florida and Errand Rides, LLC to modify the rates for services. (Eric Head, Director of Community Services) E.1.n. SGS 24-192 Agreement; Purchase of Iteris Traffic Control Products; Iteris, Inc. Approve and Authorize the Chairman to execute an Agreement between Citrus County, Florida and Iteris, Inc. for the product, service, and repair of traffic control devices. (Carlton Hall, Interim Director of Public Works) E.1.o. RFQ 21-095 Work Authorization; Professional Services-Continuing Services Contract-Engineering; Airport Rules and Regulations & Minimum Operating Standards; Infrastructure Consulting & Engineering, PLLC, LLC a. Approve and Authorize the Chairman to execute a Work Authorization for Infastructure Consulting & Engineering, PLLC, LLC for Airport Rules & Regulations and Minimum Operating Standards Development. b. Approve the related Budget Transfer. (Carlton Hall, Interim Director of Public Works) E.1.p. ITB 24-146 Fort Island Trail Park Floating Dock Replacements; American Marine Contractors LLC Approve and Authorize the Chairman to execute the Agreement between Citrus County, Florida and American Marine Contractors LLC to provide construction to replace floating docks at the Fort Island Trail Park. (Eric Head, Community Services Director)

Minutes Board of County Commissioners Meeting - September 10, 2024 E.2. Budget Transfers Approve the budget transfers for Housing (2), Citrus Springs MSBU, Beverly Hills MSBU, Land Development Division, Building (2), Aviation (2), Aquatic Vehicle Trust, Old Homosassa West Septic/Sewer, Utilities (2), Fort Island Trail Septic Interconnect, Circuit Court, Grounds Maintenance, Detention Services, Aquatics, Florida Boating Improvement Program, Public Works Administration, Facilities Management, Supervisor of Elections, Solid Waste Management, Support Services, Veteran Services, and Alzheimer’s Disease Initiative for fiscal year 2023-2024. (Erin Dohren, Director Management & Budget) Motion to approve item E2. RESULT: Adopted MOVER: Jeff Kinnard D.C. SECONDER: Ruthie Davis Schlabach AYES: Davis Schlabach, Davis, Bays, Kinnard D.C., Finegan NAY: None E.3. Budget Resolutions Adopt and authorize the Chairman to execute a resolution adopting/amending the Duke Energy Economic Development grant, the Home Care for the Elderly (HCE), the Community Care for the Elderly (CCE), the Alzheimer’s Disease Initiative (ADI), the Local Service Program (LSP), the Homeland Security (HSGP), the Fire Rescue, the State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) (2) grant, the HUD- Housing Choice Voucher Section 8, the Old Homosassa East grant, the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) grant, the Court Alternative - Drug Court, the Court Alternative- Teen Court, the Emergency Home Energy Assistance for the Elderly grant, the Community Care for the Elderly (CCE) grant, and the Home Care for the Elderly (HCE) grant budgets for fiscal year 2023-2024. (Erin Dohren, Director Management & Budget) Motion to approve item E3. RESULT: Adopted MOVER: Diana Finegan SECONDER: Ruthie Davis Schlabach AYES: Davis Schlabach, Davis, Bays, Kinnard D.C., Finegan NAY: None Resolution Number 2024-078 E.4. Amendment to Interlocal Agreement Between Hernando County and Citrus County for Mutual Exchange of Services of Solid Waste Disposal During Emergency Events. Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute an Interlocal Agreement for the mutual exchange of services for solid waste disposal during emergency events

Minutes Board of County Commissioners Meeting - September 10, 2024 between Hernando County and Citrus County. (Carlton Hall, Interim Public Works Director) Motion to approve item E4. RESULT: Adopted MOVER: Ruthie Davis Schlabach SECONDER: Rebecca Bays AYES: Davis Schlabach, Davis, Bays, Kinnard D.C., Finegan NAY: None E.5. Interlocal Agreement with the City of Inverness for Disposal of Solid Waste Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute an Interlocal Agreement for the disposal of solid waste between Citrus County and the City of Inverness from October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025. (Carlton Hall, Interim Public Works Director) Motion to approve item E5. RESULT: Adopted MOVER: Jeff Kinnard D.C. SECONDER: Diana Finegan AYES: Davis Schlabach, Davis, Bays, Kinnard D.C., Finegan NAY: None E.6. Waste Disposal Account Agreement GFL Environmental a. Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute a new Waste Disposal Account Agreement between Citrus County and GFL Environmental for disposal fees up to $55,000.00 and accept Harco National Insurance Company Bond No. 0857290. b. Approve termination of the existing Waste Disposal Account Agreement GFL Environmental dated September 13, 2022. (Carlton Hall, Interim Public Works Director) Motion to approve item E6a and b. RESULT: Adopted MOVER: Diana Finegan SECONDER: Jeff Kinnard D.C. AYES: Davis Schlabach, Davis, Bays, Kinnard D.C., Finegan NAY: None E.7. Waste Disposal Account Agreement with Waste Management Inc. of Florida for the Disposal of Imported Solid Waste a. Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute the Waste Disposal Account Agreement for Importation of Out of County Solid Waste between Citrus County and Waste Management Inc. of Florida at the rate of $48.00/ton with a security

Minutes Board of County Commissioners Meeting - September 10, 2024 deposit in the amount of $316,640.00. b. Authorize the Chairman to accept Argonaut Insurance Company Bond No. SUR0069942 changing the principal name from Advanced Disposal Services Solid Waste Southeast, Inc. to Waste Management Inc. of Florida for the amount of $313,640.00. c. Approve termination of the existing Waste Disposal Account Agreement for the Importation of Out of County Solid Waste with Advanced Disposal dated August 22, 2023. (Carlton Hall, Interim Public Works Director) Motion to approve item E7a, b, and c. Commissioner Jeff Kinnard, D.C. and Second Vice Chair Diana Finegan commented prior to the vote. RESULT: Adopted MOVER: Ruthie Davis Schlabach SECONDER: Jeff Kinnard D.C. AYES: Davis Schlabach, Davis, Bays, Kinnard D.C., Finegan NAY: None E.8. Accept donation of Road Maintenance Access Road Corner Clip from Sterling Residential LLC. a. Approve and authorize the Chairman to accept a General Warranty Deed conveying additional right-of-way for the Road Maintenance Access Road from Sterling Residential LLC, to reinforce the safety of all traversing this intersection to the Citrus County Road Maintenance Complex. b. Authorize Clerk to place the acceptance stamp on the deed and record it in the Public Records of Citrus County, Florida. (Carlton Hall, Interim Public Works Director) Motion to approve item E8a and b. Citizen Janet Barek commented. RESULT: Adopted MOVER: Jeff Kinnard D.C. SECONDER: Rebecca Bays AYES: Davis Schlabach, Davis, Bays, Kinnard D.C., Finegan NAY: None E.9. Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity (COPCN) for Florida Health Sciences Center, Inc. dba Aeromed Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity for Florida Health Sciences Center, Inc. dba Aeromed to provide advanced life support air ambulance transport services in Citrus County, Florida. Certification will be valid for five (5) years with an expiration date of September 30, 2029. (Craig Stevens, Fire Chief)

Minutes Board of County Commissioners Meeting - September 10, 2024 Commissioner Jeff Kinnard, D.C. made a motion to deny item E9, which was seconded by First Vice Chair Rebecca Bays, for discussion. Board discussion ensued, Fire Chief Craig Stevens provided clarification to the Board, and County Attorney Denise A. Dymond Lyn addressed the Board. Commissioner Jeff Kinnard, D.C. rescinded the motion and First Vice Chair Rebecca Bays rescinded the second. Board discussion ensued with Ms. Lyn. Motion to approve item E9. RESULT: Adopted MOVER: Ruthie Davis Schlabach SECONDER: Rebecca Bays AYES: Davis Schlabach, Davis, Bays, Kinnard D.C., Finegan NAY: None E.10. Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity (COPCN) for Florida Health Sciences Center, Inc. dba Tampa General Hospital Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity for Florida Health Sciences Center, Inc. dba Tampa General Hospital to establish advanced life support (ALS) ground interfacility ambulance services in Citrus County, Florida. The certification will be valid for five (5) years with an expiration date of September 30, 2029. (Craig Stevens, Fire Chief) Motion to approve item E10. Fire Chief Craig Stevens provided clarification to the Board prior to the vote. RESULT: Adopted MOVER: Rebecca Bays SECONDER: Ruthie Davis Schlabach AYES: Davis Schlabach, Davis, Bays, Finegan NAY: Kinnard D.C. E.11. Lutheran Services Florida, Inc. and Department of Children and Families Documents Request the Board to approve the submission and the Chairman to fully execute the Affidavit of Compliance with Employment Eligibility Requirements; Certification Regarding Lobbying Certification for Contracts, Grants, Loans and Cooperative Agreements; Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension, Ineligibility and Voluntary Exclusion Contract/Subcontracts, and Vendor

Minutes Board of County Commissioners Meeting - September 10, 2024 Certifications Regarding Scrutinized Companies Lists forms. (Craig Stevens, Fire Chief) Motion to approve item E11. RESULT: Adopted MOVER: Jeff Kinnard D.C. SECONDER: Diana Finegan AYES: Davis Schlabach, Davis, Bays, Kinnard D.C., Finegan NAY: None E.12. Memorandum of Understanding between Citrus County Sheriff's Office and Citrus County, Florida titled Citrus/Sheriff E911 Agreement for Fire Dispatch Services Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute a Memorandum of Understanding with Citrus County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) establishing roles and responsibilities for providing emergency fire dispatch services at the Communications Center to perform the general functions of fire dispatchers for Citrus County Fire Rescue beginning on October 1, 2024, and ending on September 30, 2025. (Craig Stevens, Fire Chief) Motion to approve item E12. RESULT: Adopted MOVER: Diana Finegan SECONDER: Jeff Kinnard D.C. AYES: Davis Schlabach, Davis, Bays, Kinnard D.C., Finegan NAY: None E.13. Memorandum of Understanding between Citrus County Sheriff's Office and Citrus County, Florida titled Citrus/Sheriff E911 Agreement for EMS Dispatch Services Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute a Memorandum of Understanding with Citrus County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) establishing roles and responsibilities for providing emergency EMS dispatch services at the Communications Center to perform the general functions of an EMS dispatcher for Citrus County Fire Rescue beginning on October 1, 2024 and ending on September 30, 2025. (Craig Stevens, Fire Chief) Motion to approve item E13. RESULT: Adopted MOVER: Ruthie Davis Schlabach SECONDER: Jeff Kinnard D.C. AYES: Davis Schlabach, Davis, Bays, Kinnard D.C., Finegan NAY: None

Minutes Board of County Commissioners Meeting - September 10, 2024 E.14. Collective Bargaining Agreement Local 4562 Professional Firefighters of Citrus County Supervisory October 1, 2024 - October 1, 2027 Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute the Supervisory Collective Bargaining Agreement between Citrus County, Florida and the Local 4562 Professional Firefighters of Citrus County, International Association of Firefighters. (Craig Stevens, Fire Chief) Motion to approve item E14. RESULT: Adopted MOVER: Jeff Kinnard D.C. SECONDER: Diana Finegan AYES: Davis Schlabach, Davis, Bays, Kinnard D.C., Finegan NAY: None E.15. Collective Bargaining Agreement Local 4562 Professional Firefighters of Citrus County Rank and File October 1, 2024 - October 1, 2027 Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute the Rank and File Collective Bargaining Agreement between Citrus County, Florida and the Local 4562 Professional Firefighters of Citrus County, International Association of Firefighters. (Craig Stevens, Fire Chief) Motion to approve item E15. RESULT: Adopted MOVER: Ruthie Davis Schlabach SECONDER: Jeff Kinnard D.C. AYES: Davis Schlabach, Davis, Bays, Kinnard D.C., Finegan NAY: None E.16. Water Incentives Supporting Efficiency (WISE) Program Funding Application Approve and authorize the Chairman to sign the WISE application and Maintenance Agreement to the Southwest Florida Water Management District for grant funding in the amount of $10,500 of the total $21,000 project cost. The County match portion is funded 25% & 25% by the Citrus County Utilities Enterprise fund and the Withlachoochee Regional Water Supply Authority’s grant. (Ken Cheek P.E, Water Resources Director) Motion to approve item E16. RESULT: Adopted MOVER: Diana Finegan SECONDER: Ruthie Davis Schlabach AYES: Davis Schlabach, Davis, Bays, Kinnard D.C., Finegan NAY: None

Minutes Board of County Commissioners Meeting - September 10, 2024 Clerk's Note: Following this item, Chair Holly Davis voted on items E11 through E15. E.17. Withlacoochee Regional Water Supply Authority Grant Agreement Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute the grant agreement between Citrus County, Florida, and the Withlacoochee Regional Water Supply Authority for the Local Government Water Supply Funding Assistance Program in the amount $47,000, with a Citrus County Utilities enterprise fund match of $47,000. (Ken Cheek P.E., Water Resources Director) Motion to approve item E17. Commissioner Jeff Kinnard, D.C. commented. RESULT: Adopted MOVER: Rebecca Bays SECONDER: Ruthie Davis Schlabach AYES: Davis Schlabach, Davis, Bays, Kinnard D.C., Finegan NAY: None E.18. Water and Wastewater Agreement For Crystal Ridge Property Group, LLC Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute the Water and Wastewater Agreement For Crystal Ridge Phase 1, and approve and authorize the Clerk to place an acceptance stamp on the agreement and record in the Public Records of Citrus County Florida. (Ken Cheek, P.E. Water Resources Director, Bernadine Flood Nichols, Utility Billing & Customer Service Division Director). Motion to approve item E18. RESULT: Adopted MOVER: Ruthie Davis Schlabach SECONDER: Rebecca Bays AYES: Davis Schlabach, Davis, Bays, Kinnard D.C., Finegan NAY: None E.19. Water Resources – Imperial Gardens Mobile Home Park LLC, proposed Temporary Construction Easement and Perpetual Utility and Access Easement. a. Approve and authorize the Chairman to accept a Temporary Construction Easement from Imperial Gardens Mobile Home Park LLC., a Florida Limited Liability Company. b. Authorize Clerk to place acceptance stamp on the Temporary Construction Easement and record in the Public Records of Citrus County, Florida. c. Approve and authorize the Chairman to accept the donation of a Perpetual Utility and Access Easement from Imperial Gardens Mobile Home Park LLC., a

Minutes Board of County Commissioners Meeting - September 10, 2024 Florida Limited Liability Company after completion of construction. d. Authorize Clerk to place acceptance stamp on the Perpetual Utility and Access Easement upon receipt and record in the Public Records of Citrus County, Florida (Ken Cheek P.E., Water Resources Director) Motion to approve item E19a, b, c, and d. RESULT: Adopted MOVER: Rebecca Bays SECONDER: Jeff Kinnard D.C. AYES: Davis Schlabach, Davis, Bays, Kinnard D.C., Finegan NAY: None E.20. Proposed Homosassa Phase 5 Sewer Project Assessment Area – Acceptance of Perpetual Utility & Access Easement(s) a. Authorize the Chairman to accept the Perpetual Utility and Access Easement from property owner(s) in the Proposed Homosassa Phase 5 Sewer Project Assessment Area to allow installation of the central sewer system, as part of the Homosassa Septic to Sewer Project. b. Authorize the Clerk of the Board to place Board of County Commissioner’s acceptance stamp on the Perpetual Utility and Access Easement attached and record the easement and associated documents in the Public Records of Citrus County, Florida. (Ken Cheek, P.E., Water Resources Director) Motion to approve item E20a and b. RESULT: Adopted MOVER: Ruthie Davis Schlabach SECONDER: Rebecca Bays AYES: Davis Schlabach, Davis, Bays, Kinnard D.C., Finegan NAY: None E.21. 7-Eleven-Homosassa Wastewater Main Approve and authorize the Clerk to place an acceptance stamp on release of lien, bill of sale, warranty of materials or workmanship and Engineer’s Certification of Construction Completion of the 2” wastewater main at 4018 S Suncoast Blvd and record in the Public Records of Citrus County Florida. (Ken Cheek P.E., Water Resources Director, Bernadine Flood-Nichols, Utility Business Services Director). Motion to approve item E21. First Vice Chair Rebecca Bays commented. RESULT: Adopted

Minutes Board of County Commissioners Meeting - September 10, 2024 MOVER: Rebecca Bays SECONDER: Jeff Kinnard D.C. AYES: Davis Schlabach, Davis, Bays, Kinnard D.C., Finegan NAY: None E.22. Lecanto Tidal Wave - Water and Sewer Lines Approve and authorize the Clerk to place an acceptance stamp on release of lien, bill of sale, warranty of materials or workmanship and Engineer’s Certification of Construction Completion of the 6" water main and 8” wastewater main in easement at 1684 N Lecanto Hwy and record in the Public Records of Citrus County Florida. (Ken Cheek, Water Resources Director, Bernadine Flood-Nichols, Utility Business Services Director). Motion to approve item E22. RESULT: Adopted MOVER: Diana Finegan SECONDER: Jeff Kinnard D.C. AYES: Davis Schlabach, Davis, Bays, Kinnard D.C., Finegan NAY: None E.23. FDOT Three Party Excrow Agreement & Deposit for Utility Work by Highway Contractor a. Approve and Authorize the Chairman to execute the FDOT Three Party Escrow Agreement between Citrus County, Florida and FDOT. b. Approve related budget transfer. c. Approve and Authorize the transfer of deposit funds, in the amount of $104,962.86 to the Treasury Cash Deposit Trust Fund with the Department of Financial Services for FDOT Financial Project ID: 442764-2-36-03 upon receipt of the fully executed Three Party Excrow Agreement for FDOT. (Erin Dohren, Director Management & Budget) Motion to approve item E23a, b, and c. RESULT: Adopted MOVER: Rebecca Bays SECONDER: Diana Finegan AYES: Davis Schlabach, Davis, Bays, Kinnard D.C., Finegan NAY: None E.24. Beverly Hills Crossing - Infrastructure Approve and authorize the Clerk to place an acceptance stamp on release of lien, bill of sale, warranty of materials or workmanship and Engineer’s Certification of Construction Completion of the 2” wastewater main at N Lecanto Hwy & W Norvell Bryant Hwy and record in the Public Records of Citrus County Florida. (Ken Cheek P.E., Water Resources Director, Bernadine Flood- Nichols, Utility Business Services Director).

Minutes Board of County Commissioners Meeting - September 10, 2024 Motion to approve item E24. RESULT: Adopted MOVER: Ruthie Davis Schlabach SECONDER: Jeff Kinnard D.C. AYES: Davis Schlabach, Davis, Bays, Kinnard D.C., Finegan NAY: None E.25. CoreCivic Contract Monitoring Update for July 2024 At the March 26th BOCC meeting, the Board gave direction to pause non- performance assessments beginning in March. July will be the fifth of six months that the non-performance assessment will not be charged. (Erin Dohren, Director of Management & Budget/Georgette Brock, Contract Monitor) Motion to approve item E25. Second Vice Chair Diana Finegan commented and County Administrator Steve Howard addressed the Board. RESULT: Adopted MOVER: Diana Finegan SECONDER: Jeff Kinnard D.C. AYES: Davis Schlabach, Davis, Bays, Kinnard D.C., Finegan NAY: None E.26. Declaration of County Owned Properties as Surplus a. Approve the declaration of PHASE 3 - Units 132,133,134 & 135, PELICAN COVE II CONDO, as surplus and authorize Land Section to proceed with the sale of said property pursuant to Florida Statute 125.35, Chapter 2, Article IV.I of the Citrus County Code and Administrative Regulation 8.03-2. b. Authorize staff to execute all other documents related to the closing of the property, with the exception of recordable documents; approve and authorize payment of related closing costs associated with these property acquisitions. c. Approve and authorize Chairman to sign subsequent County Deed for the property after the County Attorney has reviewed them. d. Authorize the Clerk to record said County Deed in the Public Records of Citrus County, Florida upon staff’s receipt of payment. e. Authorize staff to deliver a deed once the deed has been recorded in the Public Record. (Carlton Hall, Interim Public Works Director) Motion to approve item E26a, b, c, d, and e. RESULT: Adopted MOVER: Rebecca Bays SECONDER: Ruthie Davis Schlabach

Minutes Board of County Commissioners Meeting - September 10, 2024 AYES: Davis Schlabach, Davis, Bays, Kinnard D.C., Finegan NAY: None E.27. Declaration of County Owned Properties as Surplus a. Approve the declaration of S 200 FT OF PT OF N1/2 OF SE1/4 E OF US HWY 41, as surplus and authorize Land Section to proceed with the sale of said properties pursuant to Florida Statute 125.35, Chapter 2, Article IV.I of the Citrus County Code and Administrative Regulation 8.03-2. b. Authorize staff to contact FDOT to see if they have an interested in purchasing the property. c. Authorize staff to execute all other documents related to the closing of the property, with the exception of recordable documents; approve and authorize payment of related closing costs associated with these property acquisitions. d. Approve and authorize Chairman to sign subsequent County Deed for the properties after the County Attorney has reviewed them. e. Authorize the Clerk to record said County Deed in the Public Records of Citrus County, Florida upon staff’s receipt of payment. f. Authorize staff to deliver deed once the deed has been recorded in the Public Record. (Craig Stevens, Fire Chief, Fire Rescue) First Vice Chair Rebecca Bays made a motion to approve item E27a, b, c, d, e, and f and Commissioner Ruthie Schlabach seconded the motion. Second Vice Chair Diana Finegan commented and County Attorney Denise A. Dymond Lyn responded to questions from the Board. First Vice Chair Rebecca Bays withdrew the motion and Commissioner Ruthie Schlabach withdrew the second. Board discussion ensued. Motion to deny item E27a, b, c, d, e, and f. Board discussion continued and Ms. Lyn commented prior to the vote. RESULT: Adopted MOVER: Rebecca Bays SECONDER: Ruthie Davis Schlabach AYES: Davis Schlabach, Davis, Bays, Kinnard D.C., Finegan NAY: None Following the vote, Board discussion ensued with Ms. Lyn and County Administrator Steve Howard regarding Surplus Property. Consensus of the Board was given to direct staff to draft a policy regarding surplus properties.

Minutes Board of County Commissioners Meeting - September 10, 2024 E.28. FAA Grant Agreement for Inverness Airport – AWOS Replacement Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute the grant agreement INF-SOG- 3-12-0157-014-2024 between the Federal Aviation Administration and Citrus County, Florida. (Carlton Hall, Interim Public Works Director, Todd Regan, Aviation Project Manager). Motion to approve item E28. RESULT: Adopted MOVER: Ruthie Davis Schlabach SECONDER: Rebecca Bays AYES: Davis Schlabach, Davis, Bays, Kinnard D.C., Finegan NAY: None Motion to reconsider item E28. RESULT: Adopted MOVER: Rebecca Bays SECONDER: Jeff Kinnard D.C. AYES: Davis Schlabach, Davis, Bays, Kinnard D.C., Finegan NAY: None Motion to approve item E28, authorizing the Chair to sign the grants electronically. RESULT: Adopted MOVER: Ruthie Davis Schlabach SECONDER: Jeff Kinnard D.C. AYES: Davis Schlabach, Davis, Bays, Kinnard D.C., Finegan NAY: None Clerk's Note: The Board returned to this item following item E33. E.29. FAA Grant Agreement for Crystal River Airport - AGIS Survey Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute the grant agreement CGC- SOG-3-12-0156-015-2024 between the Federal Aviation Administration and Citrus County, Florida. (Carlton Hall, Interim Public Works Director, Todd Regan, Aviation Project Manager) Motion to approve item E29. RESULT: Adopted

Minutes Board of County Commissioners Meeting - September 10, 2024 MOVER: Diana Finegan SECONDER: Jeff Kinnard D.C. AYES: Davis Schlabach, Davis, Bays, Kinnard D.C., Finegan NAY: None Motion to reconsider item E29. RESULT: Adopted MOVER: Ruthie Davis Schlabach SECONDER: Jeff Kinnard D.C. AYES: Davis Schlabach, Davis, Bays, Kinnard D.C., Finegan NAY: None Motion to approve item E29, giving the Chair the authorization to sign the grants electronically. RESULT: Adopted MOVER: Rebecca Bays SECONDER: Ruthie Davis Schlabach AYES: Davis Schlabach, Davis, Bays, Kinnard D.C., Finegan NAY: None Clerk's Note: The Board returned to this item following item E33. E.30. Inverness Airport - Master Plan Update Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute the grant agreement INF-SOG- 3-12-0157-013-2024 between the Federal Aviation Administration and Citrus County, Florida. (Carlton Hall, Interim Public Works Director, Todd Regan, Aviation Project Manager) Motion to approve item E30. First Vice Chair Rebecca Bays commented. RESULT: Adopted MOVER: Rebecca Bays SECONDER: Diana Finegan AYES: Davis Schlabach, Davis, Bays, Kinnard D.C., Finegan NAY: None E.31. Inverness Airport Industrial Business Park - Phase 1 - Release of Retainage a. Authorize the Chairman to accept the completed project totaling $5,392,190.00, for the Inverness Airport Business Industrial Park - Phase 1. b. Authorize the Chairman to approve the release of retainage, and authorize the Clerk to release retainage in the amount of $269,609.50 to the contractor

Minutes Board of County Commissioners Meeting - September 10, 2024 Commerical Industrial Corporation (CIC). c. Return any encumbered funds to the appropriate accounts. (Todd Regan, Aviation Project Manager) Motion to approve item E31a, b, and c. RESULT: Adopted MOVER: Rebecca Bays SECONDER: Ruthie Davis Schlabach AYES: Davis Schlabach, Davis, Bays, Kinnard D.C., Finegan NAY: None E.32. Crystal River Airport Runway 18/36 Duke Service Agreement Approve and authorize the Chairman to sign the Duke Energy Service Agreement in the amount of $3,750.00 to install County purchased ball markers in the amount of $1,500 on power lines south of runway 18/36. (Carlton Hall, Interim Public Works Director) Motion to approve item E32. RESULT: Adopted MOVER: Rebecca Bays SECONDER: Diana Finegan AYES: Davis Schlabach, Davis, Bays, Kinnard D.C., Finegan NAY: None E.33. Retired Senior Volunteer Program Grant Renewal 2025-2028 Adopt and authorize the Chairman to execute a Resolution authorizing an application for funding to AmeriCorps for the Retired Senior Volunteer Program 2025-2028 grant. Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute the Designation of Signature Authority. (Eric Head, Community Services Director, Lynsie Roddenberry, Support Services Director) Motion to approve item E33. Citizen Janet Barek commented. RESULT: Adopted MOVER: Ruthie Davis Schlabach SECONDER: Diana Finegan AYES: Davis Schlabach, Davis, Bays, Kinnard D.C., Finegan NAY: None Following the vote, County Attorney Denise A. Dymond Lyn addressed the Board regarding reconsidering items E28 and E29 in order to authorize the Chair to sign the grants electronically.

Minutes Board of County Commissioners Meeting - September 10, 2024 Resolution Number 2024-079 Public Speaker Form for Item E33 E.34. Brand USA Travel Week - Out of Country Budgeted Travel Approval for Terry Natwick, Sales & Marketing Manager, Visitors & Convention Bureau, to attend the Brand USA Travel Week from October 18 -25, 2024. (Auvis Cole, Tourism Director) Motion to approve item E34. RESULT: Adopted MOVER: Rebecca Bays SECONDER: Diana Finegan AYES: Davis Schlabach, Davis, Bays, Kinnard D.C., Finegan NAY: None E.35. Infor Training Services Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute the Amendment to Agreement with Infor to add services to the scope of work, after review by the County Attorney's Office. (Todd Dunn, Chief Information Officer) This item was pulled during the meeting. E.36. Next Gen 911 State Grant Agreement a. Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute the State-Funded Agreement for NGCS Implementation Project DMS-P1-24-07-01 between the State Of Florida Department Of Management Services and Citrus County, Florida, totaling $215,263.02 b. Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute the Grant Agreement for State Grant No. S26-24-07-01 between the State Of Florida Department Of Management Services and Citrus County, Florida, totaling $692,417.69. c. Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute supporting documents once received and approved by Administration and Legal. (Sheriff Mike Prendergast). Motion to approve item E36a, b, and c. Commissioner Ruthie Schlabach commented. The motion was amended to add: d. RESULT: Adopted MOVER: Rebecca Bays SECONDER: Jeff Kinnard D.C. AYES: Davis Schlabach, Davis, Bays, Kinnard D.C., Finegan

Minutes Board of County Commissioners Meeting - September 10, 2024 NAY: None Additional information was received after the agenda was published. Additional Information for Item E36 E.37. Land Development Code- Discussion of Amendment Topics Discussion and consensus on LDC amendment topics that staff can bring back to the BOCC at a future date for consideration. (Eric Landon - Director, Dept of Growth Management) Second Vice Chair Diana Finegan made a motion to approve item E37, which was seconded by Commissioner Ruthie Schlabach. Growth Management Director Eric Landon provided the presentation and responded to questions from the Board. Consensus of the Board was given to provide staff direction regarding the recommended LDC amendments and bring them back to the Board at a future date for consideration. The motion was rescinded by Second Vice Chair Diana Finegan and the second was rescinded by Commissioner Ruthie Schlabach. Additional Information for Item E37 Item E37 PowerPoint E.38. Idalia Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) application Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute the resolution authorizing the County Administrator as the required authorized agent to sign the applications and documents for the HMGP grant projects. Motion to approve item E38. RESULT: Adopted MOVER: Jeff Kinnard D.C. SECONDER: Diana Finegan AYES: Davis Schlabach, Davis, Bays, Kinnard D.C., Finegan NAY: None Resolution Number 2024-081 This item was received after the agenda was published. Additional Item E38

Minutes Board of County Commissioners Meeting - September 10, 2024 F. OUTSTANDING COMMISSION ITEMS County Administrator Steve Howard provided no updates. G. COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR - STEVE L. HOWARD G.1. Board Confirmation, Louis Foltzer, IV as Chief Information Officer (CIO) Confirmation of the appointment of Louis Foltzer, IV as the Chief Information Officer effective September 10, 2024. County Administrator Steve Howard provided the recommendation and introduced Louis Foltzer, who addressed the Board. Motion to approve item G1. RESULT: Adopted MOVER: Diana Finegan SECONDER: Rebecca Bays AYES: Davis Schlabach, Davis, Bays, Kinnard D.C., Finegan NAY: None G.2. Development Agreement for Tuscany Ranch - BOCC accept to consider Accept request for consideration of a Development Agreement with Tuscany Ranch and allow staff to proceed with review and public hearings. (Eric Landon, Growth Management Director) County Administrator Steve Howard and Growth Management Director Eric Landon addressed the Board to provide the recommendation. Motion to approve item G2. RESULT: Adopted MOVER: Jeff Kinnard D.C. SECONDER: Ruthie Davis Schlabach AYES: Davis Schlabach, Davis, Bays, Kinnard D.C., Finegan NAY: None Additional information was received after the agenda was published. Additional Information for Item G2 H. PRESENTATIONS/PUBLIC HEARINGS

Minutes Board of County Commissioners Meeting - September 10, 2024 H.1. 1:25 p.m. Update on Road Resurfacing Project Carlton Hall; update on Road Resurfacing Project (Carlton Hall, Interim Public Works Director) Interim Public Works Director Carlton Hall provided the update and responded to questions from the Board. H.2. 1:30 p.m. Conduct a public hearing on an Ordinance Pertaining to the License Compliance Special Master a. Conduct a public hearing on an ordinance of Citrus County, Florida, amending Chapter 18, Article II, Section 18-56(a); amending Section 18-57(1); amending Section 18-58(b) and (c); amending Section 18-59; amending Section 18-60; adding a section entitled Powers and Duties of the Licensing Compliance Special Master as to Matters Concerning State Certified Contractors; amending Section 18-61; adding a section entitled Orders of Special Master to be Recorded; amending Section 18-62; amending Section 18-63; amending Section 18-64; providing for severability; providing for scrivener's errors; providing for codification and inclusion into the code; providing for modifications that may arise from consideration at Public Hearing; and providing for an effective date. b. Adopt and Authorize the Chairman to execute the ordinance. (Eric Landon, Growth Management Director) County Attorney Denise A. Dymond Lyn read the proposed ordinance title into the record. There were no citizen comments. Motion to approve item H2a and b. RESULT: Adopted MOVER: Rebecca Bays SECONDER: Ruthie Davis Schlabach AYES: Davis Schlabach, Davis, Bays, Kinnard D.C., Finegan NAY: None Ordinance Number 2024-A16 I. ADVISORY BOARD NOMINATIONS & APPOINTMENTS I.1. Beverly Hills Advisory Council - Nominate and Appoint Nominate and appoint one individual to the Beverly Hills Advisory Council as a regular member to fill the term that will expire on January 31, 2025.

Minutes Board of County Commissioners Meeting - September 10, 2024 Motion to nominate and appoint Richard Fortaine to the Beverly Hills Advisory Council as a regular member. RESULT: Adopted MOVER: Ruthie Davis Schlabach SECONDER: Jeff Kinnard D.C. AYES: Davis Schlabach, Davis, Bays, Kinnard D.C., Finegan NAY: None J. COMMITTEE REPORTS FROM COMMISSIONERS First Vice Chair Rebecca Bays shared information from the Public Safety Coordinating Council Advisory Board meeting. Chair Holly Davis gave an overview of the Citrus County Community Charitable Foundation (CCCCF) meeting. Commissioner Jeff Kinnard, D.C. discussed the Hernando/Citrus Metropolitan Planning Organization Board meeting, followed by Board discussion. K. COMMISSIONER RUTHIE DAVIS SCHLABACH - DISTRICT 3 Commissioner Ruthie Schlabach discussed parks and connectivity in Beverly Hills and the government in Dublin, Ireland. L. COMMISSIONER JEFF KINNARD D.C. - DISTRICT 1 L.1. Pirates Cove Consensus from the Board to direct staff to conduct a thorough evaluation of all potential strategies for acquiring Pirate's Cove, with the objective of preserving the unique character of the Ozello community and enhancing the County's recreational facilities. Commissioner Jeff Kinnard, D.C. provided the recommendation, followed by Board discussion. Consensus of the Board was given to direct staff to conduct a thorough evaluation of all potential strategies for acquiring Pirate's Cove. M. 2ND VICE CHAIR DIANA FINEGAN - DISTRICT 2 No items.

Minutes Board of County Commissioners Meeting - September 10, 2024 N. 1ST VICE CHAIR REBECCA BAYS - DISTRICT 4 No items. O. CHAIR HOLLY L. DAVIS - DISTRICT 5 O.1. Vote to move the Thursday, October 24, 2024, Board meeting to Tuesday, October 29, 2024, OR cancel the meeting. Vote to move the October 24, 2024, meeting to October 29, 2024, OR cancel the meeting. Chair Holly Davis discussed the recommendation, followed by Board discussion. Motion to move the Thursday, October 24, 2024, Board meeting to October 29, 2024. RESULT: Adopted MOVER: Rebecca Bays SECONDER: Ruthie Davis Schlabach AYES: Davis Schlabach, Davis, Bays, Kinnard D.C., Finegan NAY: None Clerk's Note: There was a motion to pull this item during item A4 (Agenda), the Board reconsidered the motion to add item O1 back to the agenda. O.2. Citrus County Community Charitable Foundation Inc., (CCCCF) is requesting a representative and an alternate member to the Board of Directors. Appoint one representative and one alternate to the Citrus County Community Charitable Foundation, Inc., (CCCCF) Board of Directors. The first meeting will be on October 24, 2024. Motion to appoint Holly Davis as member and Second Vice Chair Diana Finegan as alternate to the Citrus County Community Charitable Foundation, Inc. Board of Directors. RESULT: Adopted MOVER: Holly L. Davis SECONDER: Jeff Kinnard D.C. AYES: Davis Schlabach, Davis, Bays, Kinnard D.C., Finegan NAY: None P. COUNTY ATTORNEY DENISE A. DYMOND LYN

Minutes Board of County Commissioners Meeting - September 10, 2024 No items. Q. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC The following individuals addressed the Board on various issues: Bob Rutemiller, representing TOO FAR Water and Natural Resource Foundation Steven Schwartz Mark Svestka, representing Pine Ridge Property Owners Association Janet Barek Charlie Bradway Commissioners responded to comments from the public, followed by Board discussion with the Water Resources Director Ken Cheek. Public Speaker Forms for Item Q R. ADVISORY BOARD ANNOUNCEMENTS S. UPCOMING MEETINGS 1. Regular Meeting, September 24, 2024, at 1:00 PM, Citrus County Courthouse, Room 100, 110 N. Apopka Avenue, Inverness, FL 34450 2. Regular Meeting, October 8, 2024, at 1:00 PM, Citrus County Courthouse, Room 100, 110 N. Apopka Avenue, Inverness, FL 34450 3. Regular Meeting, October 24, 2024, at 1:00 PM, Citrus County Courthouse, Room 100, 110 N. Apopka Avenue, Inverness, FL 34450 T. UPCOMING WORKSHOPS AND SPECIAL MEETINGS

Minutes Board of County Commissioners Meeting - September 10, 2024 1. Tentative Budget Hearing: Wednesday, September 11, 2024, at 5:01 P.M., Citrus County Courthouse, Room 100, 110 N. Apopka Avenue, Inverness, FL 34450 2. Final Budget: September 24, 2024, at 5:01PM, Citrus County Courthouse, Room 100, 110 N. Apopka Avenue, Inverness, FL 34450 U. PUBLIC HEARINGS Clerk's Note: The meeting went into recess at 5:15 PM and resumed at 5:35 PM. U.1. 5:01 p.m. CPA-AA-2024-00004 Cardinal Farms Group, LLC (Transmittal) a. Conduct a public hearing on September 10, 2024, at 5:01 pm to consider application CPA-AA 2024-00004 Cardinal Farms Group, LLC b. If approved, direct the Chair and Clerk to transmit the application to the Florida Department of Commerce and other State agencies for review and comment. (Eric Landon, Growth Management Director) Growth Management Deputy Director Joanna Coutu provided the recommendation. County Attorney Denise A. Dymond Lyn confirmed with the applicant that both items, U1 and U2, could be heard together. Skip Hudson, representing Cardinal Farms Group, introduced the project team, provided the applicant presentation, and responded to questions from the Board. Ms. Coutu provided the staff presentation. Citizens Susan Corveddu, Debbie Cooper, and Janet Barek commented. Board discussion ensued. Mr. Hudson provided a rebuttal statement to the Board. Board discussion continued. Motion to deny transmittal of CPA-AA-2024-00004 and deny application of DA-2024-00001. RESULT: Adopted MOVER: Jeff Kinnard D.C. SECONDER: Diana Finegan AYES: Davis, Bays, Kinnard D.C., Finegan

Minutes Board of County Commissioners Meeting - September 10, 2024 NAY: Davis Schlabach Public Speaker Forms for Items U1 & U2 Item U1 & U2 Applicant PowerPoint Item U1 & U2 Planner PowerPoint U.2. 5:05 p.m. DA-2024-00001 Cardinal Farms Group, LLC Conduct a public hearing on September 10, 2024, at 5:05 pm to consider application DA-2024-00001 Cardinal Farms Group, LLC. (Eric Landon, Growth Management Director) Motion to deny transmittal of CPA-AA-2024-00004 and deny application of DA-2024-00001. RESULT: Adopted MOVER: Jeff Kinnard D.C. SECONDER: Diana Finegan AYES: Davis, Bays, Kinnard D.C., Finegan NAY: Davis Schlabach Clerk's Note: This item was approved and included in the motion and vote under item U1. U.3. 5:10 p.m. CPA/AA/PUD-2024-00010 Hampton Hills/Coburn PUD a. Conduct a public hearing on September 10, 2024, at 5:10 pm to consider application CPA/AA/PUD-2024-00010, Hampton Hills LLC for Coburn Family Real Estate Trust b. If approved, direct the Chair and Clerk to execute the ordinances for CPA/AA/PUD-2024-00010, Hampton Hills LLC for Coburn Family Real Estate Trust (Eric Landon, Growth Management Director) County Attorney Denise A. Dymond Lyn read the proposed ordinance titles into the record. Eric Abel, Vice-President of Hampton Hills LLC, provided the applicant presentation. Growth Management Deputy Director Joanna Coutu provided the staff presentation. Ms. Lyn addressed the Board. There were no citizen comments. Motion to approve CPA/AA/PUD-2024-00010, Hampton Hills LLC for Coburn Family Real Estate Trust, including amended conditions, and based on

Minutes Board of County Commissioners Meeting - September 10, 2024 competent and substantial evidence. RESULT: Adopted MOVER: Rebecca Bays SECONDER: Jeff Kinnard D.C. AYES: Davis Schlabach, Davis, Bays, Kinnard D.C., Finegan NAY: None Ordinance Numbers 2024-A17 and 2024-A18 Public Speaker Form for Item U3 Item U3 PowerPoint U.4. 5:15 p.m. OA-2024-00004 Amendment to LDC Chap 11 Subdivisions a. Conduct a public hearing on September 10, 2024, at 5:15 pm to consider application OA-2024-00004, Land Development Division – Amendment to Land Development Code Chapter Eleven, Subdivision Regulations. b. If approved, direct the Chair and Clerk to execute the ordinance for OA-2024- 00004, Land Development Division – Amendment to Land Development Code Chapter Eleven, Subdivision Regulations (Eric Landon, Growth Management Director) County Attorney Denise A. Dymond Lyn read the proposed ordinance title into the record. Growth Management Deputy Director Joanna Coutu provided the staff presentation and responded to questions from the Board. There were no citizen comments. Board discussion ensued with Ms. Coutu. Based on competent and substantial evidence, motion to approve application OA-2024-00004, a and b. Board discussion ensued with Ms. Lyn and Ms. Coutu prior to the vote. RESULT: Adopted MOVER: Jeff Kinnard D.C. SECONDER: Rebecca Bays AYES: Davis Schlabach, Davis, Bays, Kinnard D.C., Finegan NAY: None Ordinance Number 2024-A19 U.5. 5:20 p.m. AA-2024-00005 Ouimette - amend Cit Spgs master plan

Minutes Board of County Commissioners Meeting - September 10, 2024 a. Conduct a public hearing on September 10, 2024, at 5:20 p.m. to consider application AA-2024-00005, Chelsea Ouimette. b. If approved, direct the Chair and Clerk to execute the ordinance for AA-2024- 00005, Chelsea Ouimette. (Eric Landon, Growth Management Director) County Attorney Denise A. Dymond Lyn read the proposed ordinance title into the record. Chelsea Ouimette, provided the applicant information. Growth Management Deputy Director Joanna Coutu provided the staff presentation. Citizen Janet Barek commented. Second Vice Chair Diana Finegan commented. Motion to deny AA-2024-00005 Ouimette - to amend the Citrus Springs Master Plan. RESULT: Adopted MOVER: Diana Finegan SECONDER: Jeff Kinnard D.C. AYES: Davis Schlabach, Davis, Bays, Kinnard D.C., Finegan NAY: None Public Speaker Form for Item U5 Item U1 PowerPoint V. ADJOURN The meeting was adjourned at 06:59 PM. Proof of Publication