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Board of County Commissioners Meeting Minutes - Final May 6, 2025 <br />Dan Jones of Griddle and Grind, the food truck owner, not the City of Sebastian. <br />He expressed concern that Mr. Jones might have been singled out, noting that <br />food trucks operated in various locations beyond just Home Depot and Walmart. <br />Mr. Nunn referenced the County Administrator's letter that was posted online, as <br />it seemed inconsistent with State Law and contradicted a lawsuit in Fort Pierce <br />regarding distances from established restaurants. Mr. Nunn urged the Board to <br />develop a new Ordinance that would be user-friendly and compliant with State <br />Statutes. <br />A discussion took place among the Board, who expressed their support for <br />revising the Ordinance to better reflect the growing acceptance of food trucks in <br />the community. They noted that many residents appreciated the convenience and <br />variety that food trucks provided. They addressed the need to model a policy that <br />would clearly outline the rules and regulations for food truck operators, making it <br />easier for them to navigate the permitting process. The discussion also highlighted <br />the necessity for clarity regarding the mobility requirements for food trucks. They <br />pointed out that existing rules could be confusing, particularly concerning the <br />duration a food truck could remain in one location. This had led to inconsistent <br />enforcement and frustration among food truck operators. <br />Chairman Flescher referred to Planning and Development Services Director Chris <br />Balter on whether a food truck could operate in a parking lot, provided it was <br />properly parked, did not obstruct traffic, and had the property owner's <br />permission. Mr. Balter responded that food trucks were permitted to sell to the <br />employees of a business during mealtimes. However, selling to the general public <br />was not allowed. He clarified that food trucks were only permitted in specific <br />planned developments with zoning districts that supported such operations. <br />Additionally, they were allowed to operate at special events in County parks and <br />at the Gifford Farmers' Market. To operate outside the zoning district areas, food <br />trucks had to submit a permit application. He noted that Code Enforcement was <br />currently enforcing the regulations as they were written. If the Board wished to <br />revisit the policy, further discussions and direction would be necessary. <br />Dan Jones, the owner of Griddle & Grind, explained that he decided to leave to <br />avoid daily fines and operate in the City of Sebastian on the days he would have <br />been at OTG. He mentioned that his revenue loss had been $1,850 per week due <br />to the move. He stated that he was the only food truck owner to receive a <br />citation from the County in the past five years. Administrator Titkanich confirmed <br />this. <br />The Board and staff continued the discussion on the County's need to ensure that <br />Indian River County, Florida Page 16 <br />