Laserfiche WebLink
Board of County Commissioners Meeting Minutes - Final July 2, 2024 <br />mentioned that 14 GoLine routes operated Monday through Saturday, covering a <br />significant portion of the population. The system's ridership had consistently increased, <br />with a temporary decline in 2020 due to the pandemic. He stated with grant funding, <br />GoLine extended weekday evening service to 9:00 p.m., resulting in a 40% increase <br />in usage. Mr. Freeman also highlighted the system's efficiency and resilience <br />compared to other transit systems in Florida. <br />Mr. Freeman detailed a $9,200,000 grant application for FY 2024. The federal <br />portion was $7,200,000, comprised of $5,200,000 for capital and $2,000,000 for <br />operating expenditures. The nonfederal share of capital expenditures would use toll <br />revenue credit; and would consist of $1,000,000 in FDOT grants and $1,000,000 <br />from Indian River County's previously approved general fund. <br />The Chairman opened the Public Hearing. <br />There were no speakers; the Chairman closed the public hearing. <br />A motion was made by Commissioner Loar, seconded by Vice Chairman <br />Flescher, to approve staffs recommendation and Resolution 2024-031, <br />authorizing the filing the applications for grant funding assistance from the <br />Federal Transit Administration. The motion carried by the following vote: <br />Aye: 5 - Chairman Adams, Vice Chairman Flescher, Commissioner Earman, Commissioner <br />Moss, and Commissioner Loar <br />B. PUBLIC DISCUSSION ITEMS <br />10.8.1. 24-0560 Request to Speak from Bill Rigby re: RFP Policies <br />Recommended Action: No Action Required <br />Attachments: Request to Speak B. Rigby <br />Mr. Bill Rigby of the West Wabasso Civic League raised concerns about the <br />policies related to the recently awarded Request for Proposal (RFP) to Waste <br />Management. He noted a lack of clarity on roles and authority and suggested that <br />the County should have used an Invitation to Bid (ITB) process for a lower price. <br />Chairman Adams reassured Mr. Rigby that the best and final offer process was <br />sent to all the bidders and applicants who submitted their offers from the very <br />beginning, ensuring transparency and fairness. Mr. Rigby stated the decision <br />seemed to raise questions, and he needed to understand how such decisions were <br />made that ensure the best outcomes. <br />Further discussion was had between Chairman Adams and Mr. Rigby, who went <br />back and forth about the process. Mr. Rigby requested that he be provided a <br />Indian River County Florida Page 14 <br />