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Board of County Commissioners Meeting Minutes - Final December 17, 2024 conversion, inmate medical, property insurance, Advantage Ride program, and the push to fully fund projects through state grant programs. County Administrator John Titkanich provided information regarding inmate medical issues. The presentation also touched upon the Federal issues staff was monitoring. The Board reached consensus on the guiding principles presented. 12.A.3. 25-0121 City of Vero Beach - Revised and Updated Request for County Funding for the Humiston Project Attachments: CAI COVB Request for Funding Humiston Project (20241210) COVB Email Request for Funding Humiston Project (20241204) Alternative 3 Cost Breakdown Revised County Administrator John Titkanich followed-up on the Board's request for the Administrator to meet with Vero Beach City Manager Monte Falls and discuss the County's support for the Humiston Beach project. Agreement was reached to update estimated pricing based upon construction of a concrete sidewalk, two shade pavilions, and an ADA ramp; the lifeguard tower was not included in this project. The project was estimated to cost $813,345. Administrator Titkanich recommended the Board move forward by defining their maximum participation amount, less any grant reimbursement; money would come from the County's General Fund. Chairman Flescher entered into discussion with Mr. Falls to confirm that the project consisted of a concrete sidewalk, and that the County's contribution would be reduced if the City received grant funds. Commissioner Adams restated support of her original suggested contribution of $150,000 to $200,000 to the project. Tom Sullivan, County resident, received information regarding the scope of the proj ect. A motion was made by Commissioner Earman, seconded by Commissioner Moss, to approve staffs recommendation for a contribution of up to $400,000, or 50 percent of the Humiston Project (Alternative 3 concrete sidewalk), less any federal, state, or private grant, reimbursement, or appropriation, whichever is less. Additionally, the County Attorney was directed to draft a participation of agreement outlining the Board's commitment and participation. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 4 - Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman Loar, Commissioner Earman, and Commissioner Moss Nay: 1 - Commissioner Adams Indian River County, Florida Page 19