4:15 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Desmond Morell
Mr. Morell addressed the Board and stated although he is an internal candidate, he is happy
to answer any questions the Board may have about his work experience. There were few
questions and comments from the Board.
4:30 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. Diego "Woody" Rodriguez
Mr. Rodriguez addressed the Board and briefly discussed his work history. He answered
questions asked by the Board.
4:45 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. David Shields
Mr. Shields addressed the Board and discussed his experience in the Seminole County
Attorney's Office and his experience prior. He answered questions asked by the Board.
5:00 p.m. – 5:20 p.m. Public Comment - Debrief with Commissioners
With regard to public participation, no one spoke, and public input was closed.
5:20 p.m. – 5:45 p.m. Commissioner Discussion
Commissioner Zembower shared his comments regarding the candidates.
Motion by Commissioner Zembower to ask Katherine "Kate" Latorre to be the next County
Attorney; and work with Ms. Narloch to negotiate a contract along with Vice Chairman Herr in
negotiating that contract as she did with the County Manager.
Chairman Lockhart stated she would like to give an opportunity to each Commissioner who
may want to share anything from their experience through this interview process.
Each Commissioner shared comments regarding the candidates.
Commissioner Zembower stated he would like to restate his motion.
Motion by Commissioner Zembower, seconded by Commissioner Dallari, to approve the hiring
of Katherine "Kate" Latorre, as well as working with Ms. Narloch and Vice Chairman Herr to
negotiate the contract for the County Attorney's position.
Under discussion, Ms. Narloch advised they have already put together a timeline in hopes that
they could come to a decision, enter into negotiations, and have an agreement by the end of
the month if possible. Whoever the selected candidate is would serve 30 days' notice
minimum where they are, which would be the month of July. They would have a start date
sometime in the first to mid-August depending on their needs. The motioner and seconder
agreed to the timeline.
Districts 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 voted AYE.
ADJOURN BCC MEETING
There being no further business to come before the Board, the Chairman declared the
meeting adjourned at 4:47 p.m., this same date.
