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Board of County Commissioners Meeting Minutes - Final April 20, 2021 Chairman Flescher relayed that he had recently spoken to Mr. Mark Tripson, a member of the Beach and Shore Preservation Advisory Committee, who fully supported the BPP. Under Board discussion, Vice Chairman O'Bryan, who was supportive of the BPP, commented on the accretion of sand in Sectors 6 and 8, while Sector 7 was critically eroded. He noted the breakwater effect of the offshore reefs was providing relief, and was interested in seeing an aerial view of the hard bottom and also vertical mapping to show the offshore ledges. He emphasized the importance of vegetation for beach preservation and suggested an educational brochure be placed in hotels to relay that Sargassum seaweed washes ashore and was critical to beach protection and erosion protection. Commissioner Earman stated appreciation for everyone involved in protecting the County's beaches. Chairman Flescher spoke in support of exploring additional educational opportunities regarding protection of the sand dunes. Commissioner Moss added that local non-profit agencies may be able to assist in the funding of educational materials, if needed. County Administrator Jason Brown stated that staff was recently notified that the State would be funding the $7 million Sector 3 Beach Restoration Project. In addition, he confirmed that the County does not do Sargassum seaweed raking. A motion was made by Vice Chairman O'Bryan, seconded by Commissioner Earman, to approve the 2019 Beach Preservation Plan (BPP) Update. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 5- Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman O'Bryan, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner Earman, and Commissioner Moss H. Utilities Services 12.H.1. 21-0447 North Sebastian Water and Sewer Project Phase 2, Award of Bid No. 2021019 Recommended Action: Staff recommends the Board of County Commissioners award the North County Water & Sewer Project Phase 2 to Centerline, Inc. for $3,881,269.00 Attachments: Staff Report Construction Contract Recommendation of Award Utility Services Director Vincent Burke referred to staffs memorandum dated April 13, 2021, to provide background on the bidding of the North Sebastian Water and Sewer Project Phase 2. He addressed conflicting comments received from references provided by Southern Underground Industries, Inc. (Southern Underground) when they were contacted by the Engineer of Record, Masteller & Moler, Inc (Masteller & Moler). He stated that Southern Underground was not recommended for the award of bid; however, they filed a timely protest for review by the Purchasing Manager, who then notified Southern Underground that their protest had been denied. Director Burke recommended awarding the bid to Centerline, Inc. (Centerline), and added he Indian River County Florida Page 17