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OF BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
OF FEBRUARY 19, 2008
1. CALL TO ORDER.........................................................................................1
2. INVOCATION................................................................................................1
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE.......................................................................1
4. ADDITIONS/DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA/EMERGENCY
ITEMS-NONE.................................................................................................2
5. PROCLAMATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS........................................2
S.A. PRESENTATION BY CIRCUIT .JUDGE ROBERT L. PEGG................................................2
S.B. PRESENTATION BY FLORIDA ATLANTIC UNIVERSITY PRESIDENT FRANK T.
BROGAN........................................................................................................................3
5.C. PRESENTATION OF 2007 ANNUAL REPORT BY WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT
BOARD PRESIDENT/CEO GWENDA THOMPSON..........................................................4
S.D. PRESENTATIONBYNEWHORIZONSPRESIDENT/CEO.JOHNB. ROMANO.................4
S.E. PRESENTATION OF PROCLAMATION HONORING AFRICAN AMERICAN PIONEER
MONTH........................................................................................................................4
S.F. PRESENTATION OF PROCLAMATION COMMEMORATING STEP UP FLORIDA! ............ S
5.G. PRESENTATION BY DONNA BARONE, PRESIDENT, SEBASTIAN RIVER HIGH
SCHOOL ROWING SHARKS BOOSTER CLUB.................................................................. 6
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6. APPROVAL OF MINUTES-NONE............................................................6
7. CONSENT AGENDA.....................................................................................6
7A. REPORT ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE CLERK TO THE BOARD: INDIAN
RIVER COUNTYHOSPITAL DISTRICT MEETING SCHEDULE ........................................ 7
7B. APPROVAL OF WARRANTS -FEBRUARY] -FEBRUARY? 2008 ................................7
7C APPOINTMENT TO THE ECONOMICDEVELOPMENT COUNCIL .................................... 7
7D. APPOINTMENTTOEMERGENCYSERVICESDISTRICTADVISORYCOMMITTEE........... 8
7E. RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING THE EFFORT OF THE WEST WABASSO
COMMUNITY TO PRESERVE AND FORTIFY THEIR HERITAGE, HISTORICAL
SIGNIFICANCE, AND THE CHARACTER OF THE COMMUNITY ....................................... 8
7F. RESOLUTIONACCEPTING DEDICATION OF THE "PARKAREA"ON THE PLAT OF
VERO LAKE ESTATES UNIT M...................................................................................... 9
7.G. FINAL PAYMENT FOR WORK ORDER NO. I (UTILITIES) CARTER AssoclATES,
INC. FOR: SURVEYSERVICES, COUNTYROAD 510 & US HIGHWAY I ........................9
7K REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF AN AMENDMENT TO AND EXTENSION OF A
WETLAND MAINTENANCE SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH ECOTECH
CONSULTANTS, INC. FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES TO IMPLEMENT A U.S.
FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE COST -SHARE GRANT FOR RESTORATION AND
PLANNING ACTIVITES ON THE LOST TREE ISLANDS .................................................... 9
7L CHESTER E. AND LYNNR. WILCOX, RIGHT OF WAY 70THAVENUE (POWERLINE
ROAD)......................................................................................................................10
7J. WABASSO BEACH PARK RESTORATION, WORK ORDER CT -2; PROFESSIONAL
ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR MASTER LIFT STATION AND FORCE MAIN
CONNECTION, COASTAL TECHNOLOGY CORPORATION.............................................10
7K. HARLAN AND CATHERINE DAMS REQUEST FOR PARTIAL RELEASE OF AN
EASEMENT AT 605 18TH AVE. (LOTS 7 & 8, BLOCK 6, FRESARD GLENDALE
SUBDIVISION)..............................................................................................................11
7.L. CR 512, I-95 To RosELAND ROAD — IRC PROJECT No. 9611, ADDENDUM #8,
TASKE, REQUEST FOR FINAL RELEASE OFRETAINAGE..........................................11
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7.M. RELEASE OF RETAINAGE ($966,832)) TO TURNER CONSTRUCTION COMPANY
ON CONSTRUCTION OF COUNTYADMINISTRATIONBUILDINGS................................12
7.N. IRC JAIL EXPANSION PROJECT CHANGE ORDER #16 - VIDEO VISITATION
SYSTEM......................................................................................................................12
7.0. IRCJAIL EXPANSIONPROJECTPROPOSED CHANGE ORDER#17 ............................13
7.P. RELEASE OF RETAINAGE ($143,743) TO TURNER CONSTRUCTION COMPANY ON
CONSTR UCTION OF EMERGENCY OPERATIONS CENTER...........................................13
7.Q. WOODSIDE TRILLIUM'S REQUEST FOR REPLAT OF A PORTION OF TRILLIUM
WEST TO BE KNOWN AS DRExEL PARK.......................................................................14
8. CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS AND GOVERNMENTAL
AGENCIES....................................................................................................14
8.A. INDIANRIVER COUNTYSHERIFF-ROY RAYMOND..................................................14
1. APPLICATION FOR THE VICTIMS OF CRIME ACT (VOLA) GRANT ............................14
2. FORFEITURE TRUST FUND.........................................................................................15
9. PUBLIC ITEMS............................................................................................15
9.A. PUBLICHEARINGS................................................................................................15
9.A.1 -REQUEST FOR AUTHORIZATION TO SUBMIT AN FY 2007/08 GRANT
APPLICATION FOR 49 USC CH. 53, SECTION 5307MASs TRANSIT CAPITAL AND
OPERA TING ASSISTANCE (LEGISLATIVE)...................................................................15
9.A.2.AMENDMENT TO ORDINANCE NO. 2003-03, CODIFYING AND PUBLISHING THE
ORDINANCES TO READOPT THE CODE UP TO AND INCLUDING SUPPLEMENT 65
(LEGISLATIVE)............................................................................................................17
9.B. PUBLICDISCUSSIONITEMS-NONE.................................................................I8
9.C. PUBLIC NOTICE ITEMS....................................................................................... 18
1. NOTICES OF SCHEDULED PUBLIC HEARINGS FOR MARCH 4,2008: ............................... 18
A. WINTER GROVE SUBDIVISION PETITION WATER SERVICE, 28TH & 29TH
COURTS & 70TH PLACE, NORTH OF NORTH WINTER BEACH ROAD - 69TH
STREET, INDIANRIVER COUNTYPROJECTNO. UCP -3013 (ADMINISTRATIVE) ...... 18
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B. BOARD CONSIDERATION TO APPROVE PURCHASE OF THE ".IONEs's PIER"
SITE UNDER THE COUNTY ENVIRONMENTAL LAND ACQUISITION PROGRAM
(ADMINISTRATIVE)......................................................................................................1 S
10. COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR'S MATTERS.........................................18
1". DODGERSAGREEMENT...............................................................................................1S
11. DEPARTMENTAL MATTERS.................................................................21
H.A. COMMUNITYDEVELOPMENT-NONE...........................................................................21
II.B. EMERGENCYSERVICES-NONE...................................................................................21
ILC. GENERAL SER VICES-NONE........................................................................................21
II.D. HUMANRESOURCES...................................................................................................21
II.D.I. COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT BETWEEN INDIAN RIVER COUNTY
AND TEAMSTERS LOCAL 769......................................................................................21
H.E. HUMANSERVICES-NONE...........................................................................................22
H.F. LEISURESERVICEs-NONE..........................................................................................23
II. G. OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND B UDGET...................................................................23
II. G. I. TAX REFORM - AMENDMENT NO.1....................................................................23
II.H. RECREATION-NONE....................................................................................................26
ILL PUBLIC WoRKs-NONE................................................................................................26
I L.I. UTILITIES SERVICES-NONE........................................................................................26
12. COUNTY ATTORNEY MATTERS-NONE............................................26
13. COMMISSIONER ITEMS-NONE............................................................27
13.A COMMISSIONER SANDRA L. BowDEN, CHAIRMAN-NONE........................................27
13.B. COMMISSIONER WESLEYS, DA vis, VICE CHAIRMAN-NONE...................................27
13. C COMMISSIONER .IOSEPHE. FLESCHER-NONE..........................................................27
13.1). COMMISSIONER PETER D. 0`BR YAN-NONE..............................................................27
13.E. COMMISSIONER GARY C. WHEELER NONE...............................................................27
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14. SPECIAL DISTRICTS AND BOARDS....................................................27
M.A. EMERGENCY SERVICESDISTRICT..............................................................................27
14.A.1. APPROVAL OFMINUTES -MEETING OF JANUARY 8, 2008 ..................................27
14.A.2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES -MEETING OF JANUARY 15, 2008 .................................27
14.A.3. EMERGENCYSERVICESSTATION2, DEDUCTIVE CHANGE ORDER No. 4..........27
14.A.4. APPROVAL TO PURCHASE (1) CHEVROLET TYPE III MEDIUM DUTY
AMBULANCE FROM TEN -8 FIRE EQUIPMENT, INC....................................................28
14.B. SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL DISTRICT-NoNE.................................................................28
14. C. ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL BOARD-NONE..............................................................28
15. ADJOURNMENT.........................................................................................28
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February 19, 2008
REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS
The Board of County Commissioners of Indian River County, Florida, met in
Regular Session at the County Commission Chambers, 1801 27th St., Vero Beach, Florida, on
Tuesday, February 19, 2008. Present were Chairman Sandra L. Bowden, Vice Chairman
Wesley S. Davis, and Commissioners Joseph E. Flescher, Peter D. O'Bryan, and Gary C.
Wheeler. Also present were County Administrator Joseph A. Baird, County Attorney William
G. Collins II, and Deputy Clerk Maureen Gelfo.
1. CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Bowden called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m.
2. INVOCATION
Reverend Shelly Satran, Our Savior Evangelical Lutheran Church, delivered the
Invocation.
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Commissioner Gary C. Wheeler led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
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4. ADDITIONS/DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA/EMERGENCY
ITEMS -NONE
5. PROCLAMATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS
S.A. PRESENTATION BY CIRCUIT JUDGE ROBERT L. PEGG
Judge Robert L. Pegg presented information about an electronic monitoring
system that could be used on a 24-hour, 7 -day basis to track juvenile offenders, as an alternative
to sending them to the Ft. Pierce Detention Center, where they are kept for up to twenty-one
(21) days. Judge Pegg talked about the benefits of using the electronic monitoring, which
would cost $12.00 per day versus the approximately $170.00 per day for housing at the
Detention Center. He noted that Indian River County currently sends about $40,000.00 per
month to help house juvenile offenders at the Detention Center.
Judge Pegg discussed the success rate of this procedure for other counties that are
utilizing it; told the Board that there is a 99% compliance rate among the juvenile offenders on
the system; and requested Board approval for the electronic monitoring system.
County Administrator Baird arranged with Judge Pegg to get the complete costs,
and Chairman Bowden said that the Board would give serious consideration to this item.
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S.B. PRESENTATION BY FLORIDA ATLANTIC UNIVERSITY PRESIDENT
FRANK T. BROGAN
Frank T. Brogan presented a video highlighting Florida Atlantic University
(FAU). He then provided an overview of Florida Atlantic University's history, development,
and projected plans. Some of the recent accomplishments of the University are their partnership
with Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute, their athletic wins at the Sunbelt Conference and
the New Orleans Bowl, their hosting of the Presidential Debates, and their Lifelong Learning
Programs. President Brogan thanked the Commissioners for their partnership with Florida
Atlantic University and for their service to the community.
Bill Penney, Vice President of Marine Bank, and a 1978 graduate of FAU,
expressed appreciation for the quality of the education he had received at the University.
Commissioner Bowden noted President Brogan's long history of involvement
with Indian River County, and assured Mr. Brogan that the County would be happy to partner
with Florida Atlantic University at any time desired.
The Commissioners offered positive comments regarding their personal
experiences with Florida Atlantic University, and acknowledged the importance of having
quality education available in the community.
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S.C. PRESENTATION OF 2007 ANNUAL REPORT BY WORKFORCE
DEVELOPMENT BOARD PRESIDENT/CEO GWENDA THOMPSON
Gwenda Thompson read the highlights of the Workforce Development Board's
2007 Annual Report (copy on file). She then discussed future plans for programs, projects, and
services, including a new "brand", Workforce Solutions, which would unite the One Stop
Career Centers and the Workforce Development Board.
Chairman Bowden thanked Ms. Thompson for her presentation.
5.D. PRESENTATION BY NEW HORIZONS PRESIDENT/CEO JOHN B.
ROMANO
John B. Romano reviewed some statistics from the Units of Service Report
(copy on file) which had been provided to each Commissioner. He acknowledged that he had
received Commissioner Wheeler's letter asking for information on how the community health
centers save the County money, and would be obtaining and providing that information to the
Board.
S.E. PRESENTATION OF PROCLAMATION HONORING AFRICAN AMERICAN
PIONEER MONTH
Commissioner Flescher read the Proclamation and presented individual
proclamations to the eleven African American pioneers who came forward to receive them.
Detective Teddy Floyd would make sure the three remaining pioneers received their
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proclamations. (Pioneers: Bruce McIntosh, Ervin Cartwright, Habakkuk B. Whitfield, Doretha
McGriff, Fred Plair, Robert "Jake" Taylor, Larry Staley, Lawrence Trap, Teri Lynn Moody,
Venda Rhea Burgess, and Earthine Plair).
Larry Staley, a 26 -year employee of the Indian River County Recreation
Department, talked about his experiences and thanked everyone for the opportunity to serve the
community.
Deputy Teddy Floyd thanked the Commissioners for their acknowledgement of
the African American pioneers, and said that everyone would work together on behalf of all
citizens of the County.
$.F PRESENTATION OF PROCLAMATION COMMEMORATING STEP UP
FLORIDA!
Miranda Swanson, Administrator of the Health Department, and Director Cliff
Crawford and Assistant Director Mike Redstone, of the Recreation Department, were on hand
to receive the Proclamation, which was read by Chairman Bowden. Miranda Swanson
discussed the background of Step Up, Florida!, which purpose is to promote healthy lifestyles
and decrease obesity throughout the State. Mr. Redstone and Ms. Swanson detailed some of
the upcoming community events, which were designed to promote physical activity.
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5.G. PRESENTATION BY DONNA BARONE, PRESIDENT, SEBASTIAN RIVER
HIGHSCHOOL ROWINGSHARKS BOOSTER CLUB
Donna Barone invited the Commissioners to Sebastian River High School's
Inaugural Regatta, to be held on Saturday, February 23, 2008, at 8:00 a.m., at the C-54 Canal.
She informed the Board that the Rowing Club would be hosting seven other schools, and asked
the Commissioners to support the rowing program. Ms. Barone described the benefits accruing
to the students who participate in this program.
Commissioner Flescher encouraged the Commissioners to show their support for
this event, and for the Rowing Sharks Booster Club.
Rene Renzi, Waverly Place, asked for information regarding public access, which
Ms. Barone and Vice Chairman Davis provided.
6. APPROVAL OF MINUTES -NONE
7. CONSENT AGENDA
Vice Chairman Davis asked that Item 7.D. be pulled for discussion.
ON MOTION by Vice Chairman Davis, SECONDED by
Commissioner Wheeler, the Board unanimously approved
the Consent Agenda, as amended.
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7.A. REPORT ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE CLERK TO THE BOARD:
INDIAN RIVER COUNTY HOSPITAL DISTRICT MEETING SCHEDULE
The Board noted the Report on file.
7.B. APPROVAL OF WARRANTS - FEBRUARY 1— FEBRUARY 7. 2008
ON MOTION by Vice Chairman Davis, SECONDED by
Commissioner Wheeler, the Board unanimously approved
the list of Warrants as issued by the Clerk to the Board for
the time period of February 1, 2008 to February 7, 2008,
as requested in the memorandum dated February 7, 2008.
7.C. APPOINTMENT TO THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL
ON MOTION by Vice Chairman Davis, SECONDED by
Commissioner Wheeler, the Board unanimously approved
the appointment of Ms. Gwenda Thompson as the
Treasure Coast Appointee to the Economic Development
Council, with her term expiring in 2010, as recommended
in the memorandum of February 13, 2008.
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7.D. APPOINTMENT TO EMERGENCY SERVICES DISTRICT ADVISORY
COMMITTEE
Vice Chairman Davis introduced Mr. Charles M. Martoe and thanked him for
serving on the Committee.
ON MOTION by Vice Chairman Davis, SECONDED by
Commissioner O'Bryan, the Board unanimously approved
the appointment of Mr. Charles M. Martoe as the District
1 representative to the Emergency Services District
Advisory Committee, with his term to expire in 2010, as
recommended in the memorandum of February 12, 200-78.
7.E. RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING THE EFFORT OF THE WEST WABASSO
COMMUNITY TO PRESERVE AND FORTIFY THEIR HERITAGE,
HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE, AND THE CHARACTER OF THE
COMMUNITY
ON MOTION by Vice Chairman Davis, SECONDED by
Commissioner Wheeler, the Board unanimously approved
Resolution 2008-014, declaring the formal recognition of
the West Wabasso Community neighborhood.
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7.F. RESOLUTION ACCEPTING DEDICATION OF THE "PARK AREA" ON THE
PLAT OF VERO LAKE ESTATES UNIT M
ON MOTION by Vice Chairman Davis, SECONDED by
Commissioner Wheeler, the Board unanimously approved
Resolution 2008-015, accepting the dedication of a ± 8.25
acre parcel of land as a park as shown on the plat of Vero
Lake Estates Unit M recorded in Indian River County Plat
Book 5, Page 87.
7.G. FINAL PAYMENT FOR WORK ORDER NO. I (UTILITIES) CARTER
ASSOCIATES, INC. FOR: SURVEYSER VICES, COUNTY ROAD SIO & US
HIGHWAY I
ON MOTION by Vice Chairman Davis, SECONDED by
Commissioner Wheeler, the Board unanimously approved
final payment for Work Order 1 (Utilities) to Carter
Associates, Inc. for $1,268.00, as recommended in the
memorandum of February 6, 2008.
7.K REOUEST FOR APPROVAL OF AN AMENDMENT TO AND EXTENSION OF
A WETLAND MAINTENANCE SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH ECOTECH
CONSULTANTS, INC. FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES TO IMPLEMENT A
U.S. FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE COST -SHARE GRANT FOR
RESTORATIONAND PLANNING ACTIVITES ON THE LOST TREE ISLANDS
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ON MOTION by Vice Chairman Davis, SECONDED by
Commissioner Wheeler, the Board unanimously approved
the Amendment and Extension to Wetland Maintenance
Services Agreement with Ecotech Consultants, Inc., and
authorized the Chairman to execute same, as
recommended in the memorandum of February 8, 2008.
AGREEMENT IS ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE CLERK TO THE BOARD
7.L CHESTER E. AND LYNN R. WILCOX. RIGHT OF WAY 70TH AVENUE
(POWERLINE ROAD)
ON MOTION by Vice Chairman Davis, SECONDED by
Commissioner Wheeler, the Board unanimously approved
Alternative No. 1, the $30,180.00 purchase, and
authorized the Chairman to execute the Agreement, as
recommended in the memorandum of February 11, 2008.
AGREEMENT IS ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE CLERK TO THE BOARD
%J. WABASSO BEACH PARK RESTORATION; WORK ORDER CT -Z;
PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR MASTER LIFT STATION
AND FORCE MAIN CONNECTION; COASTAL TECHNOLOGY
CORPORATION
ON MOTION by Vice Chairman Davis, SECONDED by
Commissioner Wheeler, the Board unanimously approved
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Work Order CT -2 with Coastal Technology Corporation,
for the above professional engineering services in the total
amount of $7,310.00, as recommended in the
memorandum of February 13, 2008.
AGREEMENT IS ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE CLERK TO THE BOARD
7X HARLAN AND CATHERINE DA VIS REQUEST FOR PARTIAL RELEASE OF
AN EASEMENT AT 605 18TH AVE. (LOTS 7 & 8, BLOCK 6, FRESARD
GLENDALE SUBDIVISION)
ON MOTION by Vice Chairman Davis, SECONDED by
Commissioner Wheeler, the Board unanimously approved
Resolution 2008-016, releasing a portion of an easement
on Lots 7 and 8, Block 6, Fresard Glendale Subdivision.
7.L. CR 512, I-95 TO ROSELAND ROAD - IRC PROJECT No. 9611,
ADDENDUM #8, TASK E, REOUEST FOR FINAL RELEASE OF
RETAINAGE
ON MOTION by Vice Chairman Davis, SECONDED by
Commissioner Wheeler, the Board unanimously approved
releasing the retainage to Masteller & Moler, Inc., for
Addendum No. 8 — Task E, in the amount of $1,315.60, as
recommended in the memorandum of February 8, 2008.
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7.M. RELEASE OF RETAINAGE ($966.832)) TO TURNER CONSTRUCTION
COMPANY ON CONSTRUCTION OF COUNTY ADMINISTRATION
BUILDINGS
ON MOTION by Vice Chairman Davis, SECONDED by
Commissioner Wheeler, the Board unanimously approved
the release to Turner Construction Company of the
$966,832.00 held in retainage, recommended in the
memorandum of February 13, 2008. The County is still
holding $500,303.00 of other funds invoiced by Turner
Construction.
7.N. IRC JAIL EXPANSION PROJECT CHANGE ORDER #16 — VIDEO
VISITATION SYSTEM
ON MOTION by Vice Chairman Davis, SECONDED by
Commissioner Wheeler, the Board unanimously approved
Change Order #16, deducting the remaining balance
($56,667) of the Video Visitation Guaranteed Maximum
Price of $792,841.00 for the Indian River County Jail
expansion project, and authorized the Chairman to execute
the final document after receipt from the Contractor, as
recommended in the memorandum of February 12, 2008.
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7.0. IRC.JAIL EXPANSIONPROJECT PROPOSED CHANGE ORDER #17
ON MOTION by Vice Chairman Davis, SECONDED by
Commissioner Wheeler, the Board unanimously approved
Change Order #17, with Peter R. Brown Construction,
Inc., for IRC Jail Expansion, and authorized the Chairman
to execute the final document after approval of the legal
staff and receipt of the executed Change Order from the
Contractor, as recommended in the memorandum of
February 12, 2008.
7.P. RELEASE OF RETAINAGE ($143.743) TO TURNER CONSTRUCTION
COMPANY ON CONSTRUCTION OF EMERGENCY OPERATIONS CENTER
ON MOTION by Vice Chairman Davis, SECONDED by
Commissioner Wheeler, the Board unanimously approved
the release of the $143,743.00 in held retainage to Turner
Construction Company, as recommended in the
memorandum of February 13, 2008. The County is still
holding $70,619.00 of other funds invoiced by Turner
Construction.
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7.0. WOODSIDE TRILLIUM'S REOUEST FOR REPLAT OF A PORTION OF
TRILLIUM WEST TO BE KNOWNAs DREXEL PARK
ON MOTION by Vice Chairman Davis, SECONDED by
Commissioner Wheeler, the Board unanimously granted
final plat approval for Drexel Park Subdivision, as
recommended in the memorandum of February 11, 2008.
Clerk's Note: Vice Chairman Davis exited the meeting at 10:08 a.m.
8. CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS AND GOVERNMENTAL
AGENCIES
S.A. INDIANRIVER COUNTYSHERIFF-ROY RAYMOND
1. APPLICATION FOR THE VICTIMS OF CRIME ACT (VOCA) GRANT
ON MOTION by Commissioner Wheeler, SECONDED
by Commissioner Flescher, the Board, by a 4-0 vote (Vice
Chairman Davis absent) approved the Sheriff's Office
application for the Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) Grant
($43,920.00 VOCA funding and $11,389.00 local In -Kind
Match), as requested in Sheriff Roy Raymond's letter of
February 11, 2008.
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2. FORFEITURE TRUST FUND
ON MOTION by Commissioner Wheeler, SECONDED
by Commissioner Flescher, the Board, by a 4-0 vote (Vice
Chairman Davis absent), approved that $6,367.48 from the
Sheriff's Law Enforcement Trust Fund be used to support
the 211 Palm Beach/Treasure Coast agency, the
Neighborhood Watch program, and the Florida Missing
Children's Day ceremony, as requested in Sheriff Roy
Raymond's letter of February 08, 2008.
9. PUBLIC ITEMS
9.A. PUBLIC HEARINGS
9.A.1. REQUEST FOR AUTHORIZATION TO SUBMIT AN FY 2007/08 GRANT
APPLICATION FOR 49 USC CH. 53. SECTION 5307 MASS TRANSIT
CAPITAL AND OPERATING ASSISTANCE (LEGISLATIVE)
PROOF OF PUBLICATION OF ADVERTISEMENT FOR HEARING IS ON FILE IN THE
OFFICE OF THE CLERK TO THE BOARD
Phil Matson, Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) Staff Director, through
a review of the backup memorandum of February 2, 2007, presented this item to the Board. He
reported that this year's grant funds would be used to cover the capital and operating expenses
for the Indian River Transit/Community Coach transit system throughout the next year. Mr.
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Matson explained that the County receives three dollars ($3.00) for every one ($1.00) dollar
which it puts into the system. He then asked for Board approval to submit the Grant
Application.
In response to Commissioner O'Bryan's query, Mr. Matson affirmed that the
County's share was already included in this year's budget.
The Chairman opened the public hearing.
There were no speakers and the Chairman closed the public hearing.
ON MOTION by Commissioner O'Bryan, SECONDED
by Commissioner Flescher, the Board, by a 4-0 vote (Vice
Chairman Davis absent), approved Resolution 2008-017,
authorizing the filing of a FY 2007/08 Grant Application
for 49 USC Ch. 53, Section 5307 Mass Transit Capital and
Operating Assistance.
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9.A.2. AMENDMENT TO ORDINANCE NO. 2003-03. CODIFYING AND
PUBLISHING THE ORDINANCES TO READOPT THE CODE UP TO AND
INCLUDINGSUPPLEMENT 65 (LEGISLATIVE)
PROOF OF PUBLICATION OF ADVERTISEMENT FOR HEARING IS ON FILE IN THE
OFFICE OF THE CLERK TO THE BOARD
County Attorney Will Collins explained that it is a requirement of State law to
periodically update County Code. The Code is considered the best evidence of the current law
of the County, but it is periodically supplemented as new Ordinances are adopted. Attorney
Collins explained that today's request is to incorporate Supplements 44 through 65 into the
official Code for purposes of evidence of law.
The Chairman opened the public hearing.
There were no speakers, and the Chairman closed the public hearing.
ON MOTION by Commissioner O'Bryan, SECONDED
by Commissioner Flescher, the Board, by a 4-0 vote (Vice
Chairman Davis absent), adopted Ordinance 2008-005,
amending Ordinance No. 2003-03, codifying and
publishing the Ordinances published in the Code of Indian
River County up to and including Supplement 65 thereto,
readopting the Code of Indian River County, designating
the code of Indian River County as the best evidence of
the current law of Indian River County, Florida, and
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providing for severability, codification, and an effective
date.
9.B. PUBLICDISCUSSIONITEMS NONE
9.C. PUBLIC NOTICE ITEMS
1. NOTICES OF SCHEDULED PUBLIC HEARINGS FOR MARCH 4. 2008:
A. WINTER GROVE SUBDIVISIONPETITION WATER SERVICE. 28TH & 29TH
COURTS & 70TH PLACE. NORTH OF NORTH WINTER BEACH ROAD —
69' STREET, INDIAN RIVER COUNTY PROJECT NO. UCP -3013
(ADMINISTRATIVE)
B. BOARD CONSIDERATION TO APPROVE PURCHASE OF THE "JONES'S
PIER" SITE UNDER THE COUNTY ENVIRONMENTAL LAND
ACOUISITIONPROGRAM (ADMINISTRATIVE)
The Chairman read the notices into the record.
10. COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR'S MATTERS
1". DODGERSAGREEMENT
County Administrator Baird outlined the details of the two Agreements which
have been negotiated with the Dodgers regarding their departure from Dodgertown. He noted
that the arrangements with the Dodgers must be finalized so the County can have dates with
which to begin working with another team. Brief summaries of the Agreements are as follows:
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(1) Third Amendment to Facility Lease Agreement:
(a) Provide for a new final termination date, with the options of
remaining at Dodgertown through April 20, 2021 or leaving
Dodgertown earlier than May 31, 2009
(b) Transfer ownership to County of all personal property currently
owned and used by Dodgers at Dodgertown
(c) Remove and terminate Dodgers' rights to purchase or reacquire
Dodgertown
(2) Termination and Release Agreement:
Removal of record of purchase and repurchase rights of the
Dodgers which were included in the Warranty
Deed when ownership was transferred to the County
Commissioner O'Bryan asked Administrator Baird whether the Dodgers were
prepared to execute the Agreements and learned that they have already signed five originals.
John Clinton, Mockingbird Drive, objected to the County's allowing the Dodgers
to not pay off their bonds in view of the fact that no new team has made a commitment to the
County.
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Administrator Baird addressed Mr. Clinton's concerns, and pointed out that for
economic development reasons, it was in the County's best interest to keep the facility in its
current character, and to bring in another baseball team.
Commissioner O'Bryan stated that it was a tough thing to have the Dodgers leave,
but the Agreements would allow the County and the Dodgers to move forward gracefully.
MOTION WAS MADE by Commissioner O'Bryan,
SECONDED by Chairman Bowden, to approve the
Release and Termination Agreement, and the Third
Amendment to Facility Lease Agreement, and any other
related documents, with the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Under Discussion, Chairman Bowden recognized the long and joyful relationship
between the County and the Dodgers, and wished them well. She was also looking forward to
having a new team, and had confidence that Administrator Baird would make that happen.
Commissioner O'Bryan acknowledged all the efforts made by Administrator
Baird in advancing this item.
Administrator Baird recognized Craig Callan, the Dodger's Vice President of
Spring Training, as a professional and a gentleman who has made the Dodgers successful in this
community.
Commissioner Wheeler acknowledged the many contributions made by the
Dodgers to Indian River County, and wished the organization and Mr. Callan success.
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The Chairman CALLED THE QUESTION and the Board,
by a 4-0 vote (Vice Chairman Davis absent) approved the
Agreements with the Los Angeles Dodgers; authorized the
Chairman to execute the Release and Termination
Agreement; and approved the Third Amendment to
Facility Lease Agreement and any related documents, as
recommended in the memorandum of February 15, 2008.
AGREEMENTS ARE ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE CLERK TO THE BOARD
11. DEPARTMENTAL MATTERS
H.A. COMMUNITYDEVELOPMENT--NONE
II.B. EMERGENCYSERVICES-NONE
ILC GENERAL SERVICES NONE
II.D. HUMANRESOURCES
II.D.I. COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT BETWEEN INDIAN RIVER
COUNTYAND TEAMSTERS LOCAL 769
Jim Sexton, Human Resources Director, reported that the Collective Bargaining
Agreement with Teamsters Local 769 had taken several months to iron out. He invited
questions from the Board and as none were forthcoming, he asked for Board approval of the
Contract.
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MOTION WAS MADE by Commissioner Flescher,
SECONDED by Chairman Bowden, to approve the
Collective Bargaining Agreement with Teamsters Local
Union No. 769.
Under discussion, Chairman Bowden commended and thanked staff and the
Teamsters for their hard work.
Commissioner O'Bryan acknowledged Steve Myers for his work on the
negotiating team of Teamsters Local 769.
Administrator Baird also recognized Mr. Myers for his cooperation.
The Chairman CALLED THE QUESTION and the Board,
by a 4-0 vote (Vice Chairman Davis absent), approved the
Collective Bargaining Agreement with Teamsters Local
Union No. 769, as recommended in the memorandum of
February 12, 2008.
Commissioner Flescher and Administrator Baird thanked Jim Sexton for his hard
work on this item.
CONTRACT IS ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE CLERK TO THE BOARD
The Chairman called a recess at 10:28 a.m. and reconvened the meeting at 10:43
a.m., with Vice Chairman Davis absent.
H.E. HUMANSERVICEs-NONE
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I1. F. LEISURE SERVICES -NONE
11. G. OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND BUDGET
11. G.1. TAX REFORM — AMENDMENT NO.1
County Budget Director Jason Brown, through a PowerPoint presentation, gave a
broad overview of the County's overall 2008 financial status, which has been impacted by an
economic slowdown and by the passage of Amendment 1, the property tax reform. He
conveyed that today's discussion was intended to provide an overall framework for next year's
budget, and no specific recommendations would be made at today's meeting.
Commissioner Wheeler posed a question about whether the Land Acquisition
Bonds would be included in the budget cuts, and Director Brown affirmed that those bonds
would be impacted under Amendment 1.
Director Brown reported that Amendment 1 would result in an estimated $5.7
million in lost revenues. With the addition of declining real estate values, there would be an
estimated total revenue loss of $15.9 million, or 15.6%, for the County (exclusive of other
revenue losses).
Using slides and charts to illustrate his points, Director Brown stated that, in order
to achieve the 15% cut, we must have assistance from the Constitutional Officers, since their
budget comprises 59% of the General Fund. If there was no cut in that area, everything else
would have to be cut by 38% to reach the 15% goal. Director Brown stated that any cuts would
be prioritized, and staff would be making recommendations to the Board, who would have to
make the policy decisions as to what gets cut.
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Director Brown outlined taxing fund expenditures by type and by service, and
pointed out that Public Safety (services) constitutes the largest fund expenditure at 58.2%. He
reiterated that staff was mindful of the importance of public safety; however, if no cuts were
made in public safety, everything else would need to be cut by 37% to reach the 15% cut.
Clerk's Note: Vice Chairman Davis rejoined the meeting at 11:06 a.m.
Director Brown reported that budget cuts were being made across the State, citing
some of the reductions that were being made in neighboring counties. He reiterated that the
County would be prioritizing the budget cuts, and there would not be 15% cuts made "across
the board." Director Brown stated that the County had initiated a hiring freeze, and he outlined
further possible budget cuts as follows:
• Increased efficiencies - staffing reductions
• Privatizations where savings possible
• Reduced operations for libraries, pools, etc.
• Reduced services - guarded beaches, parks maintenance,
ROW mowing, ALS engines
• Energy savings contractors
• Phone bill analysis
• Reorganization/consolidation of programs
• User fee analysis
• Re -bid, re -negotiate contracts with outside vendors
(SWDD)
• Health insurance adjustments
• Salary freeze (?)
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• Property insurance changes
Staff responded to questions posed by Vice Chairman Davis regarding measures
taken to reduce the County's property insurance costs, and on tax savings as related to
Enterprise Fund operations which are privatized.
Vice Chairman Davis asked whether early retirements could be used as a cost -
savings mechanism. Administrator Baird said the County would be evaluating this, but some
cooperation from the State would be required.
Commissioner Wheeler opined that the State was using local governments as a
scapegoat. At his request, Director Brown would review and include information on unfunded
State mandates in the budget information.
Chairman Bowden tasked Director Brown with exploring cooperation between
the County and the municipalities, to see if anything could be done to reduce costs for services.
Commissioner O'Bryan felt that due to falling home prices, the tax assessment
rolls might be fairly flat for the next several years, thus the County should think in terms of
making changes for more than one year.
Commissioner Flescher offered comments about the necessity of giving the
taxpayers relief, no matter what the source of the current economic situation.
Vice Chairman Davis agreed with Commissioner Flescher and declared that we
needed to move forward in cutting costs.
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Chairman Bowden said that cooperation would be required among all the
constitutional officers. She invited anyone with cost-cutting strategies to bring them to the
Board.
A brief discussion ensued between Vice Chairman Davis and Commissioner
Wheeler as they discussed the role of the State, and State -mandated programs, as related to the
current economic situation.
Administrator Baird informed the Board that there were currently 67 employment
vacancies in the County, of which only 10 are posted. He stated that the County will not be
replacing vacancies when they occur. Administrator Baird established that the goal was to try
to make everything work as painlessly as possible, yet still accomplish the job.
Bob Johnson, Coral Winds Subdivision, felt that this could be a good start on
reducing costs for the County.
(Clerk's Note: Mr. Johnson was heard after the Emergency Services District
Meeting, and his comment is placed here for continuity).
II.H. RECREATloN-NONE
ILL PUBLIC WoRKs NoNE
11. J. UTILITIES SER VICES -NONE
12. COUNTY ATTORNEY MATTERS -NONE
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13. COMMISSIONER ITEMS -NONE
13.A COMMISSIONER SANDRA L. BOWDEN, CHAIRMAN -NONE
13. B. COMMISSIONER WESLEY& DA VIS, VICE CHAIRMAN -NONE
13.0 COMMISSIONER ,JOSEPHE. FLESCHER-NONE
13.D. COMMISSIONER PETER D. O'BRYAN-NONE
13.E. COMMISSIONER GARY C. WHEELER -NONE
14. SPECIAL DISTRICTS AND BOARDS
14.A. EMERGENCY SERVICESDISTRICT
The Chairman announced that immediately upon adjournment, the Board would
reconvene as the Board of Commissioners of the Emergency Services District. Those Minutes
are being prepared separately and appended to this document.
14.A.1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES — MEETING OF .JANUARY 8, 2008
14.A.2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES —MEETING OF .JANUARY 15, 2008
14.A.3. EMERGENCYSER VICES STATION 2, DEDUCTIVE CHANGE ORDER NO. 4
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14.A.4. APPROVAL TO PURCHASE (1) CHEVROLET TYPE III MEDIUM DUTY
AMBULANCE FROM TEN -8 FIRE EQUIPMENT, INC.
14. B. SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL DISTRICT -NONE
14. C. ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL BOARD -NONE
15. ADJOURNMENT
ALL BACKUP DOCUMENTATION, RESOLUTIONS, AND ORDINANCES ARE ON FILE IN THE OFFICE
OF THE CLERK TO THE BOARD AND ARE HEREBY MADE A PART OF THESE MINUTES
There being no further business, on Motion duly made, seconded and
carried, the Board adjourned at 11:30 a. m.
ATTEST:
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Jeffre arton, Clerk Sa dra L. Bowden, Chairman
Minutes Approved: MAR 1 1 2008
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