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Board of County Commissioners Meeting Minutes - Final October 7, 2025 <br />a commitment from all Department Directors and County Administration to absorb <br />these costs within the existing budget, thus avoiding any need for cash from the <br />reserves. <br />After the vote, Administrator Titkanich expressed gratitude to the Board and <br />acknowledged the efforts of the negotiating team, primarily led by Deputy County <br />Administrator Mike Zito and Human Resources Director Suzanne Boyll. He also <br />extended his thanks to Teamsters members, including Steve Myers and Dale Herbert, <br />along with all team members who contributed to the agreement. He emphasized that <br />the agreement was fair and equitable, reflecting movement from both sides, and <br />appreciated everyone's contributions throughout the process. <br />Chairman Flescher echoed the sentiments of the County Administrator, highlighting the <br />extensive meetings, discussions, and efforts during the negotiations. He specifically <br />thanked Steve Myers and his team for their hard work, noting that this period had <br />been one of mutual understanding. He publicly recognized their diligent efforts in <br />reaching this milestone. <br />A motion was made by Vice Chairman Loar, seconded by Chairman Flescher, to <br />approve staffs recommendation. The motion carried by the following vote: <br />Aye: 5 - Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman Loar, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner <br />Earman, and Commissioner Moss <br />12.13. 25-0980 Executive Session to Discuss IAFF Negotiations - Rank & File Unit <br />Recommended Action: Announce <br />The Chairman adjourned the Regular Meeting at 9:44 a.m. for an Executive Session <br />that focused on the IAFF negotiations for the Rank -and -File Unit. This Executive <br />Session was permitted under Florida Statute 447.605 and was exempt from Florida <br />Statute 286.011 concerning Sunshine Laws. Discussions were limited to matters <br />related to the negotiations. <br />The members of the bargaining committee present at the Executive Session included: <br />All five County Commissioners; Suzanne Boyll, Director of Human Resources; <br />Michael Zito, Deputy County Administrator; David Johnson, Director of Emergency <br />Services; Kristen Daniels, Management and Budget Director; Benton Wood, Labor <br />Attorney; and John Titkanich, County Administrator. <br />The Board reconvened the regular meeting with all members present at 10:48 a.m. <br />No Action Taken or Required <br />13. DEPARTMENTAL MATTERS <br />A. Building and Facilities Services <br />Indian River County, Florida Page 12 <br />