BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
                      LEON COUNTY, FLORIDA
                         REGULAR MEETING
                        NOVEMBER 21, 1995


     The Board of County Commissioners of Leon County, Florida, met
in regular session at 5:00 p.m. with Chairman Maloy presiding. 
Those in attendance were Commissioners Host, Yordon, Joanos, Davis,
Kio-Green, and Thaell.   Also in attendance were County Attorney
Herb Thiele, County Administrator Parwez Alam, Deputy Clerk Bill
Bogan, Jr., and Secretary Sandra C. O'Neal.

     The meeting opened with Invocation offered by Commissioner
Kio-Green followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.

AWARDS AND PRESENTATIONS
     On behalf of the Board, Chairman Maloy presented a resolution
     to Mr. Ted Thomas, Chairman of the Children's Home Society. 
     The resolution declares November 1995 as Adoption Awareness
     Month.  Mr. Thomas introduced other participants to the Board
     and gave special thanks to Commissioner Thaell.

CONSENT AGENDA

     Commissioner Yordon moved, duly seconded by Commissioner
     Joanos and carried unanimously, to approve the following
     Consent Agenda with the exception of item 5 which was
     addressed as described:

1.   BILL AND VOUCHERS

     The Board approved the County bills and authorized the
     Chairman and the Clerk to issue the proper warrants.
     ($1,164,784.53)

2.   AUTHORIZATION TO CARRY-FORWARD FISCAL YEAR 1994-95 FUNDS

     Each year, the Office of Management and Budget works with
     program managers to determine which projects will not be
     completed by September 30.  Budgeted dollars for these
     projects are identified to be carried forward into the next
     fiscal year.  The Board approved the following carry forward
     of FY 1994-95 funds for completion of projects during FY 95/96
     which were unable to be completed or started in the last
     fiscal year:

3.   ANNUAL REPORT:  FIRE CONTROL AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE BOARD OF
     COUNTY COMMISSIONERS AND THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
     AND CONSUMER SERVICES, DIVISION OF FORESTRY

     The report is submitted annually by the Florida Department of
     Agriculture for the Board's acceptance.  The Board accepted
     the attached report:

4.   ASSIGNMENT OF INVESTMENT ADVISORY AGREEMENT WITH PUBLIC
     FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT, INC.

     The purchase of Public Financial Management, Inc. (PFM) by its
     Managing Directors constitutes an assignment of the Board's
     investment advisory agreement and requires authorized
     signature.  The Board consented to the deemed assignment of
     the agreement by authorizing the Chairman to sign the attached
     PFM's letter:

5.   RELEASE OF PERFORMANCE AGREEMENT AND SURETY DEVICE AND
     ACCEPTANCE OF MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT AND SURETY DEVICE FOR
     SANDSTONE RANCH SUBDIVISION

     The developer, Lex Thompson, has completed construction of all
     roads, streets, and drainage facilities in Sandstone Ranch
     Subdivision and requests the release of a Performance
     Agreement and Surety Device and the acceptance of a
     Maintenance Agreement and Surety Device for Sandstone Ranch
     Subdivision.

     On April 11, 1995, the Board approved the plat of Sandstone
     Ranch Subdivision for recording in the public records of Leon
     County.  At the time of recording, the entire infrastructure
     had not been completed and the developer opted to record, by
     bonding, the remainder of the construction by Performance
     Agreement and Surety Device in the amount of $258,102; due to
     unforeseen difficulties during construction, staff required
     the Surety Device to be extended to September 30, 1995.  Staff
     recommended release of the Performance Agreement and Surety
     Device.

     Commissioner Kio-Green requested that the Board continue this
     item until December 12.  She stated that this has to do with
     whether or not the infrastructure has been completed and she
     would like to have clarification on other issues; that she has
     talked to DEP and there is question whether final inspection
     has been done.  Commissioner Kio-Green stated that when the
     Board accepted maintenance of the subdivision in April and
     there was some items that were not disclosed to the Board that
     staff was aware of.   Commissioner Kio-Green indicated that it
     would not take much staff time to address her inquiries.

     Commissioner Thaell moved and was duly seconded by
     Commissioner Kio-Green to continue this item until December
     12, 1995.  Commissioner Kio-Green explained that she would
     send a memorandum to the Board, hopefully tomorrow, regarding
     the issue.

     Mr. Lex Thompson, general partner of Sandstone Ranch
     Subdivision, appeared and responded to comments made by
     Commissioner Kio-Green.  He explained that a landfill was
     discovered on the subject property when excavation was started
     for both roadways and the holding pond;  that County
     environmental staff and DEP signed off on the project since he
     had complied with all requirements.  It was noted that the
     surety device has expired on September 30, 1995.  





               Mr. Thompson further alleged that Commissioner Kio-Green has
     told his customers that they area living in an illegal
     subdivision, that they cannot sell their property, and that
     they do not have clear title.  He stated that depositions will
     be taken on Monday on this issue.  Regarding this matter,
     Commissioner Kio-Green stated that she would bring up issues
     regarding Policy 2.1.9 on subdivision of property at the end
     of the meeting under "Discussion Items by Commissioners."

     The motion on the floor carried unanimously.

     GENERAL BUSINESS

6.   CONSOLIDATION OF CONTRACT WITH LANGTON ASSOCIATES, INC., TO
     PROVIDE GRANT-WRITING AND CONSULTING SERVICES FOR FISCAL YEAR
     1995/96

     Langton Associates, Inc. was retained by the Board in April ,
     1992 to provide grant writing services to the County.  If the
     Board desires to extend this contract for the current fiscal
     year, the draft contract must be executed.  The Board was
     provided with the 1994-95 Contract Year Summary.

     Commissioner Host suggested that other firms in the community
     should have an opportunity to bid on contracts and suggested
     going out to bid.  Commissioner Yordon stated that the
     majority of times it is best to go out for RFP but on
     occasions it is better to do sole source and suggested that
     this issue be discussed at the Commission Retreat scheduled
     for December 7.  Commissioner Yordon stated that they have
     done an excellent job for three years, although it would be
     good idea to see what is out in the market.

     Commissioner Host moved and was duly seconded by Commissioner
     Yordon and carried unanimously, to go out for RFP (request for
     proposals) and retain Langton and Associates in the interim.

     Mr. Mike Langton of Langton and Associates, appeared and
     stated that his contract expired at the end of September, 1995
     and he has been working in good faith for October and
     November.  The Board explained that he would be paid for the
     interim, until a RFP is accepted.   

     The motion on the floor carried unanimously.








7.             REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP) FOR ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES FOR THE
     NEW PUBLIC WORKS OPERATIONS CENTER

     An architectural firm needs to be selected to design the new
     Public Works Operations Center.  During the FY 1995/96 budget
     process, the Board approved funding of $465,462 in FY 95/96
     and $1,034,538 in FY 96/97 for the new Public Works Operations
     Center.  These funds are budgeted in the Constitutional Gas
     Tax Fund #106. 

     Commissioner Host moved, duly seconded by Commissioner Joanos
     and carried unanimously, to approve the Request For Proposals
     (RFP) document and notice to staff to proceed with the
     recruitment of architect for the design of the new Public
     Works Operations Center.

8.   PROPOSAL TO DISSENT AND DISCLAIM PUBLIC OWNERSHIP GHAZVINI
     SAND PIT - CELL NO. 2

     The Board considered whether to accept or reject a warranty
     deed as filed in December 1992.  The Chief of Stormwater
     Engineering, Theresa B. Heiker, P.E. has discovered and
     reviewed a warranty deed which was transferred by Sandco,
     Inc., to Leon County in December of 1992.  The property
     conveyed was never brought before the Commission for
     acceptance, but rather the deed was filed in public records. 
     The exact reason for the transfer is not known by staff.

     Commissioner Yordon moved, duly seconded by Commissioner Davis
     and carried unanimously, to not accept the warranty deed as
     filed in December of 1992 and direct staff to file a Dissent
     and Disclaimer in Public Works.

9.   STATUS REPORT:  FISCAL YEAR 1995 COMMISSION RETREAT ACTION
     PLAN ASSIGNMENTS 

     The Board was provided with an Action Plan Status Report which
     serves as a status report on staff's progress on the items
     prioritized during the annual retreat on January 9, 1995.   

     Commissioner Kio-Green moved, duly seconded by Commissioner
     Host and carried unanimously, to accept the attached 1995
     Retreat Action Plan Status Report:

10.  FORMAL ESTABLISHMENT AND APPOINTMENTS TO COUNCIL OF ECONOMIC
     ADVISORS

     The Board discussed the proposed structure and appointment of
     members to the Council of Economic Advisers.  (On September
     12, 1995, the Board voted to appoint an economic advisory
     council with each Commissioner appointing a member.)

     Commissioner Yordon indicated some concern with the charge to
     the council and stated that "economic analysis" is only one
     peg of decision-making.  The Board emphasized the importance
     of making clear direction to the council so they would
     understand their charge.  In establishing a Economic Council,
     Commissioner Yordon stated that he would like language showing
     Commission direction and some type of statement suggesting
     that the charge to the council is very specific and does not
     imply bringing the council's philosophy to the table.  He
     suggested that amended language be brought back to the Board
     for review before voting on it.

     Commissioner Thaell moved Option 2 with Commissioner Yordon's
     recommendation.  There was no second to the motion.

     Commissioner Kio-Green moved to continue this item until
     December 12, 1995 and at that time, proposed language as
     suggested by Commissioner Yordon will be brought back for
     consideration.  The Board concurred without objection.

COUNTY ATTORNEY
     Referred to a memorandum on the Villas of Lake Jackson. 
     Commissioner Joanos noted that the Board negotiated the issue,
     the Federal Judge has ruled in total agreement with the
     County, and hopefully the matter has been put to rest.

COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
     Reported that he would be bringing the issue of
     "telecommunications (employees working from their homes)" to
     the Board on January 16, 1995.

DISCUSSION ITEMS BY COMMISSIONERS

COMMISSIONER THAELL
a.   Distributed a copy of the first Newsletter from the 21st
     Century Council containing information as to where the County
     is headed in the next century.

b.   Advised that it was his first anniversary on the Board of
     County Commissioners, and thanked the Commission and staff for
     their assistance.



COMMISSIONER KIO-GREEN
a.   Referred to the November 14 agenda item regarding the Leoni
     Partnership mortgage and the timeliness of the issue. 
     Commissioner Kio-Green requested that a discussion item be
     brought to the table regarding the County Attorney being
     instructed in the future to process certain matters when time
     is of the essence (and there is not enough time to bring the
     matter before the Board).  

b.   Referred to the Board's rejection of the deeds on properties
     where the County has applied for tax deeds.  Commissioner Kio-
Green indicated her support for moving forward and applying
     for other years' tax deeds (delinquent taxes certificates) and
     requested that the County Attorney place these on the agenda. 
     Commissioner Host referred to the Leoni Property and stated
     that the County Attorney, in conjunction with the County
     Administrator, should proceed to act on the default if it
     needs to be acted on expeditiously.  County Administrator
     stated that staff would take that as direction from the Board;
     next time when there is a default, he will talk with the
     Chairman and then proceed with the process.  County Attorney
     Thiele explained that it can always be dismissed later if
     necessary.  The Board concurred.

c.   Reported that two weeks ago she met with property owners on L.
     L. Wallace Road regarding paving a road under the S.A.F.E.
     Program.  Commissioner Kio-Green explained that something
     caught her attention and subsequently looked into two
     subdivisions on the road, both using Policy 2.1.9 subdivision
     process.  She talked with staff and discovered that in one
     instance the subdivision was applied for by a woman who did
     not own the property in 1990 and there was an instance where
     the property that was sold prior to the subdivision being
     approved; in another instance, a property owner owned property
     but the transaction was very similar.  She stated that she has
     been very careful in what she has told property owners in the
     subject area regarding irregularities.  She stated that based
     on information she has gathered, there may be possible illegal
     or fraudulent uses of the County's ordinances (relating to
     creation of subdivisions), and has turned information over to
     the County Attorney.  She stated that some property owners
     have raised questions and a meeting has been set up with them
     and the County Attorney for next Monday evening.  The County
     Attorney will then inform the Board of the situation.

     Mr. Lex Thompson appeared and responded to Commissioner Kio-
Green's comments.  He stated that he has received calls from
     citizens in the subdivisions alleging that Commissioner Kio-
Green has advised them that they were living in an illegal
     subdivision.


               Mr. Thompson stated that non of the subdivisions in the
     subject area are illegal; non of the subdivision lots are in
     his name;  he contracted to buy the property subject to
     "hardship provision" 2.1.9 being approved; the property owners
     applied for the hardship provision 2.1.9 and staff approved
     the applications.   Mr. Thompson stated that his attorney
     advised him that as long as the deed is held by an escrow
     agent and not turned over to him for recording until
     everything is done, then the transaction is consummated on the
     date that everything is in and approved.  He explained that
     none of the deeds were recorded until all 2.1.9 applications
     were approved.  Mr. Thompson stated that he has received calls
     from property owners asking why they have to move from their
     property.  The Chairman closed discussion on this item at this
     time.

d.   Distributed a memorandum requesting the Board's support for
     her appointment as vice-chairmanship of the Board.

COMMISSIONER JOANOS
     Commissioner Joanos announced that he had appointed Sparkey
     Hudleston to the MBE Committee to replace resigning member
     Lamar Bowdin.

COMMISSIONER YORDON
a.   Reported that discussions have began with the Rich Family on
     Buck Lake Road on the Local Government Development Act and
     advised that he would keep the Commission posted. 
     Commissioner Yordon stated that he hopes the results will
     include a regional holding facility and closed basin.

b.   Announced that he would be going to the School Board meeting
     to discuss the School Siting Partnership agreement and that
     he, Donna Harper (School Board member), and City Commissioner
     Lightsey had received unanimous approval from the City
     Commission of the three-member concept.

COMMISSIONER DAVIS
a.   Reported that she attended the National Association of
     Counties 24th Annual Employment Policy and Human Services
     Conference in Orlando and that on January 24 a
     telecommunications conference will be set up nationally, and
     she will provide the Public Information Officer with
     information to see if Tallahassee could be a point in the
     hookup.  

b.   Reported of upcoming block grant funding cuts and the new
     funding formula should be available in December.

c.   Reported that she conducted a presentation on
     Intergenerational Programs/programs to improve the health of
     the aging community.
d.             Advised of the PETS Program/Adopt a Pet for the older
     generation.

e.   Advised of a community meeting regarding the opening of the
     St. Marks Trail from Four Points up to FSU and Gaines Street,
     and concerns of citizens in the area will be addressed.

f.   Invited Commissioners to attend Thanksgiving meal at any of
     the sites from 11:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m.; Bethel A & E, the
     Senior Center, the Salvation Army and Chez Pierre.
      
     COMMISSIONER HOST
a.   Advised that he recently met with the Volunteer Foreman and
     noted that the volunteer program in the community was
     outstanding.  Commissioner Host also referred to the Volunteer
     Booth at the Courthouse and suggested that it be upgraded; a
     place is needed for brochures and the volunteers should be
     made comfortable.  He requested that staff be permitted to
     look at the booth and determined how improvements can be made.

b.   Commended Commissioner Davis for her efforts with the City
     regarding human services. 

CHAIRMAN MALOY
     Announced that the Florida Association of Counties will be
     having a legislative conference Wednesday, Thursday, and
     Friday of next week.

     The Board wished everyone a Happy Thanksgiving Day.

     There being no further business to come before the Board, the
meeting was adjourned at 6:45 p.m.

                              APPROVED:                        
                                        Rudy Maloy
                                        Chairman 




ATTEST:


                                           
     Clerk of the Circuit Court