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Board of County Commissioners Special Call Meeting Minutes - Final August 12, 2025 there was inadequate time to review such a large report, and the process did not make use of the advisory boards, especially the Planning and Zoning Commission (PZC). She questioned whether there was time for another meeting and discussion before submitting the EAR. Mr. Murphy explained that the timeline to evaluate the Plan elements was up to the County, and any element could be evaluated at any time; transmittal of the EAR, however, had to be done following the public hearings. County Attorney Jennifer Shuler confirmed there was a 10 -day deadline following completion of the public hearing(s) to transmit the report. She recommended continuing this public hearing to a time -certain one if the Board wanted to take more time. Vice Chairman Loar noted this was a fluid document, and that all the changes had previously been brought before the Board. Commissioner Earman was not ready to make a final decision today and favored an additional meeting. Chairman Flescher echoed Vice Chairman Loar's comments that the content was not new, but noted there was discomfort among the Board with making a decision today, and he was open to continuing the hearing. Commissioner Adams requested starting the policy discussion during this meeting, even if a second meeting was held. County Administrator John Titkanich added that any additional meetings needed to be completed in time to send the report before October 1, 2025. He also noted the proposed policies were published July 7, 2025 for public review, with the matrix of changes coming before the Board on November 12, 2024. Additional discussion was had regarding the process that followed the transmittal of the EAR, allowing time for comments and concerns, and giving the Planning and Zoning Committee additional review time. There was also reiteration that the EAR report was meant to capture statutory changes, while the County could do a deep dive into the 13 Comprehensive Plan Elements at any time. Chairman Flescher opened the floor for public comments. The following people addressed the Board: David Cox, Beach and Shore Advisory Committee, was in favor of additional review time, and mentioned a new nonprofit - the Gopher Tortoise Alliance. Gerry -Ana Jones, Gopher Tortoise Alliance, provided the Board with proposed language changes to further protect the tortoises. Jeff Andros requested information regarding the amount of money the County has spent on consultants to assist staff. Rusty Banack questioned the coordination and cooperation efforts between the County and Municipalities regarding land regulations, especially on annexed land. He Indian River County, Florida Page 2