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Board of County Commissioners Meeting Minutes - Final September 20, 2016 A motion was made by Commissioner Davis, seconded by Commissioner Zorc, to modify the previous special exception approval perimeter setback condition as follows: "All enclosed structures shall be set back a minimum of 40' from the north and east project perimeters, and a minimum of 150' from the west and south project perimeters except for up to two single-family residences for on-site retreat managers which shall be set back a minimum of 40' from all project perimeters." The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 5 - Chairman Solari, Vice Chairman Flescher, Commissioner Davis, Commissioner O'Bryan, and Commissioner Zorc B. PUBLIC DISCUSSION ITEMS 16-759 Request to Speak from Gifford Economic Development Council on Update Attachments: Request to Speak Wanda Scott, 4306 26th Avenue, representing the Gifford Economic Development Council, gave a brief presentation, voiced areas of concern for the Gifford community, and inquired about responses to her letters. County Administrator Jason Brown encouraged Ms. Scott to contact staff when she has questions or concerns, and relayed that it was not necessary to wait until the Board of County Commission meetings to obtain information and updates. 2. 16-777 Request to Speak from Brian Heady Regarding Code Enforcement Attachments: Request to Speak Brian Heady spoke about code enforcement practices and violations, and aired concerns over a code enforcement case (that dealt with sea turtle issues) and a homeowner being charged for a commercial event. Attorney Reingold provided the Board with the specifics of the code enforcement incident and the continuing Order concerning a commercial event at a private residence. He cautioned the Board to not get involved since the issue was currently being litigated in Circuit Court. 3. 16-921 Addition: Request to Speak from Robert Parcells Robert Parcells, 8 Seagull Avenue, requested the Board to reduce or waive the interest on the demolition fees for a parcel of land he recently purchased in Marsh Island. He said he would pay the lien on the property in the amount of $19,749. Deputy Attorney William DeBraal provided the details of the foreclosure, lien, and pay-off value. He encouraged the Board to accept Mr. Parcells' request, and to direct staff to prepare a Partial Release of Lien. A motion was made by Commissioner O'Bryan, seconded by Commissioner Davis, to approve waiving the interest on the demolition fees and accept Indian River County Florida Page 13