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Board of County Commissioners Meeting Minutes - Final September 21, 2021 from residential septic systems into the Lagoon, and the County's efforts to convert those systems over to sewer. Commissioner Adams stated that changing regulations would require a re-evaluation of grants typically used in septic to sewer conversion programs. Next, the county's regional stormwater systems/parks and their ability to remove nutrients were discussed. Natural Resources Manager Eric Charest provided operational information for the stormwater parks in response to Commissioner Earman's questions, and Public Works Director Rich Szpyrka addressed the Board's request for increased interdepartmental coordination regarding water storage and discharge. Ms. Klinepeter informed that increased population and agriculture were water supply stressors, and conservation programs such as restrictions and artesian well plugging were of growing importance. Vice Chairman O'Bryan described his work with Martin County to create an irrigation ordinance, as will be required by the St. John's Water Management District to obtain cost-sharing funds. The Commissioners suggested maximizing usage of stored water, and expressed support for residential reuse water. The final portion of the report discussed State and local programs and plans to ensure the long-term future of the Lagoon. Ms. Klinepeter concluded with a look forward to creating the Lagoon Management Plan based on the research presented, and estimated a timeline of 8 to 12 months to complete. Vice Chairman O'Bryan led a discussion into the disappearance of sea grass and its lethal effect on the manatee population. The Board expressed support for obtaining an update from Brevard County on their experience with muck removal and efforts to restore sea grass beds in the Lagoon. A motion was made by Vice Chairman O'Bryan, seconded by Commissioner Adams, to approve staff's recommendation and direct staff to: 1) research regulations regarding no -discharge zones and limited anchoring in the Lagoon; 2) add the no discharge issue to the Tri -County meeting Agenda; 3) request a report from Brevard County on muck removal results. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 5 - Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman O'Bryan, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner Earman, and Commissioner Moss 12.G.3. 21-0898 Award of Bid No. 2021050, Phase 2 of Sector 3 (IRC -2109) Beach and Dune Restoration Recommended action: Staff recommends that Phase 2 of the Sector 3 Beach and Dune Restoration Project (Bid 2021050) be awarded to Guettler Brothers Construction, LLC in the amount of $14,174,738.00 and requests that the Board of County Commissioners approve the sample agreement and authorize the Chairman to Indian River County Florida Page 15