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Board of County Commissioners Meeting Minutes - Final January 28, 2025 was not included for review; Items 2.d. and 7 were her noted concerns. The Commissioner agreed to moving forward to the second public hearing scheduled for February 11, 2025. A motion was made by Vice Chairman Loar, seconded by Chairman Flescher, to approve staff's recommendation. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 5 - Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman Loar, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner Earman, and Commissioner Moss B. PUBLIC NOTICE ITEMS 12. COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR MATTERS 12.A. 25-0218 City of Vero Beach - Revised Request for County Funding for the Humiston Beach Boardwalk Project. Recommended Action: Staff recommends the Board consider and determine their level of funding participation for the Humiston Beach Boardwalk project and approve the revised funding commitment. Indian River County Board of County Commissioners will contribute up to [amount] toward the Humiston Beach Boardwalk project with the County's contribution not to be more than the City's portion of funding for the project, excluding federal or state grants or appropriations received toward the project. Direct the County Attorney to draft a project participation agreement outlining the Board of County Commissioners' commitment and participation in the Humiston Beach Boardwalk project. Attachments: CAI COVB Request Humiston Project (20250123) County Administrator John Titkanich presented the City of Vero Beach's (City) revised request for County funding for the Humiston Beach boardwalk project. He recounted that in December, the County approved contributing $400,000 or 50% of the project costs (less any federal or state grants). The City later modified the project from a concrete sidewalk to a concrete boardwalk and requested modification of the funding agreement for the revised estimated cost of $2.3 million. The City was simultaneously working with the Indian River Community Foundation to collect private donations. Staff recommended that the Board consider increasing its support, noting the County's contribution would not exceed the City's portion, less any public grants. Chairman Flescher acknowledged the project had evolved with significant public support and donations, and stated his belief the County should stick to its original financial commitment which already had funds allocated. Under discussion, Vice Chairman Loar received confirmation the City's Mayor was unaware of any discussions with State Representatives. Commissioner Titkanich elaborated on the effect of possible FEMA grants, and reiterated the maximum funding promised was $400,000, less public funding and not to exceed the City's Indian River County, Florida Page 15