Below are the news briefs from the Leon County Commission meeting that took place July 11, 2023.
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The Commission approved a number of items all together in the consent agenda. One of the items approved the transfer of a surplus 2013 F-750 Work Truck to Lively Technical Collage for hands-on training in its Automotive Program.
The Commission approved an item that authorizes the County Administrator to execute an amendment to the Florida Local Government Cybersecurity Grant Agreement as well as any future amendments. The grant provides services to strengthen the County’s cybersecurity practices and resilience.
The Commission voted unanimously to approve the 2023 Legislative Final Report, and to schedule a workshop on the 2024 State and Federal Legislative Priorities for October 24, 2023 at 1:00 p.m.
The Commission voted to approve the 2024 FY Community Human Services Partnership (CHSP) grant recommendation to agencies in the amount of $2,298,700, and to schedule a Workshop on Human Services in preparation of the next two-year funding cycle for the CHSP for November 28, 2023 at 1:00 a.m.
The Commission voted unanimously to approve the County’s 2024 FY State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) funding at an estimated amount of $1,135,109, and proposed revisions to SHIP Local Housing Assistance Plan. Over the last five years the County’s role in Ship funding has averaged to an estimated $300,00 per year. Vice Chair Carolyn Cummings expressed her excitement for the jump in SHIP funding for the upcoming year, saying it will go a long way to address affordable housing.
The Commission voted unanimously to approve the safety evaluation report for Dempsey Mayo Road which includes recommendations to slow down traffic vehicular traffic and enhance the visibility of pedestrians at roadway crossings. Additionally, this item will waive the County’s Traffic Calming Policy and authorize traffic calming enhancements along the road in the form of three raised crosswalks. The crosswalks will be improved within the next 60 days.
The Commission voted unanimously to deny the authorization to schedule a public hearing to consider adopting an ordinance creating a process for applying and reviewing requests for golf car operation on County roadways and multi-use paths. Several Commissioners noted the issue didn’t seem urgent and that it was unnecessary to get involved.
The Commission voted to ratify the actions taken at the June 20, 2023 FY 2024 Budget Workshop concerning the development of the FY 2024 Preliminary Budget.
During the discussion by County Attorney portion of the meeting, the County Attorney advised that the Florida Pace Funding Agency (FPFA) is not in compliance with County and State laws. She indicated that litigation is likely because the FPFA claims the County has no jurisdiction. The Board unanimously voted to adopt a resolution finding that the continued operation of the FPFA constitutes a danger to the public safety health and welfare.
During the discussion by Commissioners portion of the meeting, Commissioner Proctor made a motion to have an agenda item at a later meeting to support the Children Services Summer Youth Expo, as well as a motion to contribute $1,500 to the Shoes for School Program. The motions passed unanimously.
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“……….requests for golf car operation on County roadways and multi-use paths. Several Commissioners noted the issue didn’t seem urgent and that it was unnecessary to get involved.”
You might want to get involved sooner than later. Leon County is NOT the Villages. Over the last few Years alone, there has been a few times when an ATV or Side By Side have been struck by a Car or Truck because it was traveling on a County Road. Do you really want to add Golf Carts to the mix too? You don’t allow an ATV or Side By Side on the Multi Use Paths so why allow a Golf Cart? You should also add Go Carts to the List as well. Add 49cc and up Scooters/Motorcycles to the list for Multi Use Paths as well, to close the loop holes..
“The Commission voted unanimously to deny the authorization to schedule a public hearing to consider adopting an ordinance creating a process for applying and reviewing requests for golf car operation on County roadways and multi-use paths. Several Commissioners noted the issue didn’t seem urgent and that it was unnecessary to get involved.”
* golf cart
OK I was just 8itchin to myself about how there is never, ever, is anything Snidely agrees with coming out of these meetings.
But then I saw it:
The F750 Work Truck donation to Lively Vo Tech.
Make an official entry into The County Historical Records that Snidely has had his first agreement and has issued Snidely’s first tip of the hat with kudos to The Leon County Commission on a job well done.
Historical and Folklorical
Please make your voices heard, the County and City will be voting on tax rates, due to inflationary pressures our taxes will go up if they are left unchecked. Inflationary appraisals is a “Tax Hike”.
The County and City should roll back the rates to account for inflationary home prices and vacant commercial properties. Stand up for your Check book!