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Board of County Commissioners Meeting Minutes - Final March 11, 2025 <br />implementing an attendance policy to address members missing three plus meetings in <br />a year. <br />Attorney Shuler informed Commissioner Earman that the changes he proposed could <br />not be addressed in the current meeting, as they would require an Ordinance due to <br />existing code provisions. She recommended that the Board make decisions based on <br />current sentiments and guide her to prepare proposed code changes for a future <br />meeting. <br />In an effort to move the discussion forward, Commissioner Adams nominated Wendy <br />McDaniel Vocelle for the AHAC. She praised Ms. Vocelle for her consistent <br />attendance and active participation and highlighted her qualifications as a citizen <br />advocate for low-income individuals in affordable housing. <br />However, during discussions, it was noted that Ms. Vocelle's affiliation with another <br />committee raised concerns about alignment with the Board's perspective. While Ms. <br />Vocelle was part of the CSAC Grants Subcommittee, not the main committee, Vice <br />Chairman Loar expressed that nominating her would set a precident allowing <br />individuals to serve on multiple committees and subcommittees. <br />Commissioner Adams acknowledged Vice Chairman Loar's concerns about the <br />distinction between subcommittees and main committees. She pointed out that no <br />formal policy existed at that time. She suggested that the Board address existing gaps <br />before amending current policies. <br />A lengthy discussion ensued between the Board and Attorney Shuler, underscoring <br />the importance of preserving continuity within committees. Given that not all members <br />were re-elected simultaneously, this continuity was vital to prevent disruptions in <br />ongoing initiatives. <br />The Chairman called the question. <br />A motion was made by Commissioner Adams, seconded by Chairman Flescher, <br />to appoint Wendy McDaniel Vocelle to the Affordable Housing Advisory <br />Committee (AHAC). The motion carried by the following vote: <br />Aye: 5 - Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman Loar, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner <br />Earman, and Commissioner Moss <br />Commissioner Earman put forth the nominations of Michael T. Korpar and James E. <br />Power for the Beach and Shore Preservation Advisory Committee (BSPAC). He <br />Indian River County, Florida Page 20 <br />