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BOARD OF COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS
INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 15, 2015
Commission Chambers
Indian River County Administration Complex
1801 27th Street, Building A
Vero Beach, Florida, 32960-3388
www.ircgov.com
COUNTY COMMISSIONERS DISTRICT
Bob Solari, Chairman
Joseph E. Flescher, Vice Chairman
Wesley S. Davis
Peter D. O'Bryan
Tim Zorc
District 5 Present
District 2 Present
District 1 Present
District 4 Present
District 3 Present
Joseph Baird, County Administrator
Dylan Reingold, County Attorney
Jeffrey R. Smith, Clerk of the Circuit
Court and Comptroller
Leona Adair Allen, Deputy Clerk
Present
Present
DVD
TIMES
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. INVOCATION
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
9:00 A.M.
Commissioner Wesley S. Davis
Commissioner Bob Solari, Chairman
4. ADDITIONS/DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA / EMERGENCY ITEMS
9:01 Delete Item 8.0. North Sebastian Sewer Design — Phase II
a.m.
ON MOTION by Commissioner Davis, SECONDED by Vice Chairman Flescher, the
Board unanimously approved the Agenda as amended.
5. PROCLAMATIONS and PRESENTATIONS
9:02 A. Presentation of Proclamation and Retirement Award Honoring Cynthia Brandt on Her
a.m. Retirement from Indian River County Board of County Commissioners Department of
Emergency Services/Fire Rescue with Twenty -Five Years of Service
Chairman Solari read and presented the Proclamation and Retirement Award.
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9:10 B. Presentation by Dixie Wranglers 4-H Dance Club
a.m. Dance presentation by the Dixie Wranglers 4-H Dance Club.
6. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
None
7. INFORMATION ITEMS FROM STAFF OR COMMISSIONERS NOT REQUIRING
BOARD ACTION
9:20 A. Fiscal Conservative of the Year Award
a.m. (memorandum dated December 9, 2015) 3
Chairman Solari recognized Management and Budget Director Jason Brown for
receiving the Fiscal Conservative of the Year Award for his efforts in saving
taxpayer dollars for Indian River County citizens.
B. Special Achievement Award
(memorandum dated December 9, 2015) 4
Chairman Solari recognized Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) Director
Phil Matson for receiving a Special Achievement Award for his outstanding work
at making the Indian River County GoLine transit system the most efficient in the
state of Florida.
C. Proclamation and Retirement Award Honoring Ronald Matheny Jr. on His Retirement
from Indian River County Board of County Commissioners Department of Emergency
Services/Fire Rescue with Thirty -Two Years of Service
5-6
Commissioner O'Bryan recognized Ronald Matheny, Jr. on his retirement.
D. Proclamation and Retirement Award Honoring Ronald Briskie on His Retirement from
Indian River County Board of County Commissioners Department of
Utilities/Wastewater Treatment Division with Twenty Years of Service
7-8
Commissioner O'Bryan recognized Ronald Briskie on his retirement.
E. Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council (TCRPC) Comprehensive Economic
Development Strategy (CEDS) Committee Appointments
(memorandum dated December 9, 2015)
9-10
8. CONSENT AGENDA
ON MOTION by Vice Chairman Flescher, SECONDED by Commissioner Zorc, the
Board unanimously approved the Consent Agenda, as presented.
9:24
a.m.
A. Approval of Checks and Electronic Payments — November 25, 2015 to December 3,
2015
(memorandum dated December 3, 2015)
11-19
Approved the checks and electronic payments as supplied by the Comptroller's
office.
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B. Lease Extension and Second Amendment to Lease Agreement for Winter Beach Tower
at 3925 65th Street
(memorandum dated December 7, 2015)
20-24
Approved the Lease Extension and Second Amendment for the Winter Beach
Tower at 3925 65`h Street site, and authorized the Chairman to execute same.
C. Permission to Advertise for Public Hearing for Amendment to Section 100.03(4) of the
Indian River County Code, Codifying and Publishing the Ordinances to Readopt the
Code as Published by the Municipal Code Corporation
(memorandum dated December 9, 2015)
25
Authorized staff to advertise for a Public Hearing on January 19, 2016, to amend
Section 100.03(4) of the Indian River County Code.
D. Permission to Advertise for Proposed Property Exchange with Stoney Brook Farms
(memorandum dated December 9, 2015) 26-37
Authorized staff to proceed with the required advertisements for the property
exchange.
E. Interest Rate Change on All County Financing (Petition Paving, Utility Assessment
Projects, Utility Impact Fees, etc.)
(memorandum dated December 7, 2015)
38-39
Approved the fixed interest rate of 5.00%, and the rate to remain in effect for
calendar year 2016 for all County financing, with the exception of projects directly
affiliated with a bond issue for which the bond covenants dictate a different
interest rate.
F. Eric and Emily Gruber's Request for Release of Easements at 6745 65th Street (Essa
Affidavit of Exemption)
(memorandum dated December 7, 2015)
40-49
Approved Resolution 2015-137, releasing easements on Lots 1 & 2, Affidavit of
Exemption from Subdivision Improvements Without a Plat Filing for ESSA.
G. Board Consideration to Approve an Agreement with St. Christopher's Harbor
Homeowner's Association, Inc. for Cost -Share of the Head Island Channel Restoration
Project
(memorandum dated December 15, 2015)
50-57
Approved the Agreement for Dredging and Improvement of Green Salt Marsh
Conservation Area (AKA Head Island), allowing 12 months for the St.
Christopher Harbor Home Owners' Association to pay its $45,884.71 share of the
Head Island channel restoration work, and authorized the Board Chairman to
execute same.
H. Miscellaneous Budget Amendment 007
(memorandum dated December 8, 2015) 58-60
Approved Resolution 2015-138, amending the fiscal year 2015-2016 budget.
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I. Authorization for Purchase of Broadcast System Replacements
(memorandum dated December 8, 2015) 61-64
Waived the bid requirement for the Commission Chambers Broadcast system
replacements, and authorized the Purchasing Division to issue a Purchase Order
to Encore Broadcast Solutions for the upgrades, in the amount of $51,617.14.
J. Declaration of Excess Equipment as Surplus for Sale or Disposal
(memorandum dated December 9, 2015) 65-68
Declared the items on the Excess Equipment List as surplus, and authorized their
sale and/or disposal.
K. Award of Bid No: 2016001 Old Dixie Highway Resurfacing (71st Street to County
Road 510), IRC Project No. 1138
(memorandum dated November 20, 2015)
69-79
Awarded the project to Timothy Rose Contracting, Inc., in the amount of
$2,467,160.62; approved the sample Agreement; and authorized the Chairman to
execute said Agreement after receipt and approval of the required Public
Construction Bond and Certificate of Insurance, and after the County Attorney
has approved the Agreement as to form and legal sufficiency.
L. Award of Bid Indian River County Shooting Range Skeet and Trap Facility
Improvements, IRC Project No. 1213B, Bid No. 2016008
(memorandum dated December 4, 2015)
80-90
(1) Approved the bid award to West Construction in the amount of $1,294,027.81,
as the lowest, most responsive and responsible bidder meeting the specifications as
set forth in the Invitation to Bid; (2) approved the sample Agreement; and (3)
authorized the Chairman to execute said Agreement after receipt and approval of
the required Public Construction Bond and Certificate of Insurance, and after the
County Attorney has approved the Agreement as to form and legal sufficiency.
M. Award of Bid No: 2016002 1St Street S.W. and 43`d Avenue Intersection Improvements,
IRC Project No. 1232
(memorandum dated December 1, 2015)
91-101
(1) Approved the project be awarded to Blue Goose Construction, LLC in the
amount of $2,190,962.55; (2) approved the sample Agreement; and (3) authorized
the Chairman to execute said Agreement after receipt and approval of the
required Public Construction Bond and Certificate of Insurance, and after the
County Attorney has approved the Agreement as to form and legal sufficiency.
N. Board Approval of Project Agreement with the Florida Inland Navigation District for
Phased Dock Restoration at the Archie Smith Fish House
(memorandum dated December 8, 2015)
102-120
Approved the attached Florida Inland Navigation District (FIND) Grant Project
Agreement based on the revised scope of work, and authorized the Board
Chairman to execute the Agreement on behalf of the Board.
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O. North Sebastian Sewer Design — Phase II
(memorandum dated December 8, 2015) 121-131
Deleted
P. Wabasso Causeway Re -Use Main Inspection
(memorandum dated December 1, 2015) 132-148
Q.
Approved Work Order No. 2 with Carter and Associates, Inc. for professional
services, and authorized the Chairman to execute same, for a total sum amount of
$56,048.42.
Application for St. Johns River Water Management District REDI Community and
Innovative Project Cost -Share Funding Program for Advanced Metering Infrastructure
(memorandum dated December 15, 2015)
149-210
Authorized the Chairman to execute the St. Johns River Water Management
District's (SJRWMD) REDI Community and Innovative Project Cost Share
Application for Advanced Metering Infrastructure.
R. Change Order No. 3, Martin Luther King Walking Trail, Bid No. 2015034
(memorandum dated December 10, 2015) 211-214
Approved Change Order No. 3 to Timothy Rose Contracting, Inc. increasing the
contract amount by $106,934.50 for a new contract total of $318,310.17.
9. CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS and GOVERNMENTAL AGENCIES
None
10. PUBLIC ITEMS
A. PUBLIC HEARINGS
9:24 1. Ron Taylor's Request for Abandonment of a Portion of a 30' Wide Right-
a.m. of -Way Lying South of Lot 5, Block B of the Green Acres Estates
Subdivision
(memorandum dated December 4, 2015)
215-224
Legislative
PROOF OF PUBLICATION OF ADVERTISEMENT FOR HEARING IS
ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE CLERK TO THE BOARD
Community Development Director Stan Boling provided background
relating to Ron Taylor's request to abandon a portion of a 30 -foot wide
right-of-way lying south of Lot 5, Block B of Green Acres Estates
Subdivision, which had never been formally improved for vehicular
use, but currently contains existing drainage and utility improvements.
He recommended the Board abandon the subject alley right-of-way
and retain a utility easement over the south 15' and the east 30', and
retain a public drainage easement over the entire area.
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The Chairman opened the Public Hearing.
There being no speakers, the Chairman closed the Public Hearing.
ON MOTION by Commissioner Davis, SECONDED by Commissioner
Zorc, the Board unanimously approved Resolution 2015-139, providing
for the closing, abandonment, vacation and discontinuance of a portion
of a 30' wide right-of-way lying south of Lot 5, Block B of the Green
Acres Estates Subdivision as shown in Plat Book 11, Page 48, of the
Public Records of Indian River County, Florida; said abandonment
subject to retaining a public utility easement, and a public drainage
easement.
B. PUBLIC DISCUSSION ITEMS
9:28 (As a general rule, public discussion items should be limited to matters on which the
a.m. commission may take action.)
1. Request to Speak from Erving Cartwright, Cleveland Mitchner, James
Hagans, Ardra Rigby, and Bill Rigby Regarding Taxation without
Representation in West Wabasso Area
Erving Cartwright, Dallas, Texas, and owner of property in West
Wabasso, sought and received information regarding taxation and
improvements in the West Wabasso area; the installation of a cell
tower near Wabasso Park; and help for the West Wabasso community.
Bill Rigby, 8465 59th Avenue, discussed taxation representation and
issues in the West Wabasso community; wanted West Wabasso to have
a revitalization plan similar to Gifford's; and requested the Board and
community work together to resolve issues in West Wabasso.
Ardra Rigby, 8465 59th Avenue, President of the West Wabasso
Progressive Civic League, requested a good working relationship with
the Board and staff to make improvements in the West Wabasso
community.
James Hagan, 6345 84th Place, Wabasso, sought and received
information from staff regarding his request to open the 84th Place and
63"d Court roads, which he hoped would stop drug dealing. He also
requested that staff use fill material to cover the exposed water lines in
the County's right-of-way.
Chairman Solari requested the Public Works Department to work with
the Sheriff to resolve the drug situation.
Commissioner O'Bryan recommended that the West Wabasso
Progressive League move forward by gathering community support
and consensus; developing a priority list; and inviting individual
commissioners for discussion and engagement with the community.
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C. PUBLIC NOTICE ITEMS
None
11. COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR MATTERS
10:25 A. County Administrator Replacement
a.m.
(memorandum dated December 8, 2015) 226
County Administrator Joe Baird reported that internal candidate Jason Brown
had been interviewed by the Commissioners, and wanted the Board's direction on
how to proceed.
ON MOTION by Commissioner O'Bryan, SECONDED by Vice Chairman
Flescher, the Board unanimously approved hiring Jason Brown as the new County
Administrator, and authorized the Chairman to negotiate a contract with him.
The Chairman announced that the Board would retreat to the County
Commission Conference Room to conduct the Attorney -Client Session, Item 13.A.
12. DEPARTMENTAL MATTERS
A.
B.
C.
D.
Community Development
None
Emergency Services
None
General Services
None
1.
Human Services
None
2. Sandridge Golf Club
None
3, Recreation
Human Resources
None
None
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E.
F.
Office of Management and Budget
None
Public Works
11:51 1. As -Built Resolution and Final Assessment Roll for Asphalt Milling
a.m. Improvements to 9th Lane Petition Millings Project in Glendale Lakes
Subdivision and Glendale Lakes Subdivision Unit Two
(memorandum dated November 30, 2015)
G.
227-234
Public Works Director Chris Mora informed the Board that the
representatives of Glendale Lakes Subdivision and Glendale Lakes
Subdivision Unit Two had presented a petition to install asphalt
millings on 9`h Lane (within the subdivision). He said that the
petition met the requirements and the project was completed. He
reviewed the final cost estimates and recommended the Board
approve the As -Built Resolution and Final Assessment Roll.
ON MOTION by Commissioner O'Bryan, SECONDED by Chairman
Solari, the Board unanimously approved as amended: (1) Resolution
2015-140, certifying "as -built" costs for certain asphalt milling
improvements to 9` Lane, in the Glendale Lakes Subdivision and
Glendale Lakes Subdivision Unit Two, County Project No. 1436;
providing for formal completion date, and date for payment without
penalty and interest; and (2) to modify the interest rate from 5.75%
to 5.00% per annum.
Utilities Services
11:55 1. Agreement to Purchase 83.14 ± Acres of Undeveloped Land Contingent
a.m. Upon a Due Diligence Investigation
(memorandum dated December 7, 2015)
235-282
Director of Utility Services Vincent Burke, through a PowerPoint
presentation, provided background, analysis, and issues associated
with the ±83.14 -acre parcel that recently became available for
purchase. The property is located at 925 5th Street SW, east of the
Osprey Marsh Algal Turf Scrubber site, and close to the Osprey
Marsh, South County Reverse Osmosis (RO) Plant, and the Indian
River Farms Water Control District (IRFWCD) canal system. He
outlined the County's requirements, the due diligence investigation to
determine the feasibility of using the site for potential water storage
and/or alternative potable water, and the pros and cons of purchasing
the parcel.
Discussion ensued as the Commissioners sought and received further
information regarding the future use/options of the property.
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ON MOTION by Commissioner O'Bryan, SECONDED by Vice
Chairman Flescher, the Board unanimously approved and authorized
the Chairman to execute the Agreement for Sale and Purchase of
property located at 925 5th Street SW, including allocating funds to
cover the closing costs of the transaction contingent upon a due
diligence investigation to be completed on or before February 29,
2016.
12:20 2. 83.14 ± acres Due Diligence Investigation and Opinion of Probable Cost,
p.m. CDM Smith CCNA-2014 Work Order No. 4
(memorandum dated December 9, 2015)
283-294
Director Burke pointed out that this item was a continuation of Item
12.G.1., to hire CDM Smith, Inc. for Work Order No. 4, under the
continuing services agreement, to perform engineering services for
the South County Reservoir Site Due Diligence Review and Opinion
of Probable Cost.
ON MOTION by Vice Chairman Flescher, SECONDED by
Commissioner O'Bryan, the Board unanimously approved and
authorized the Chairman to execute CDM Smith, Inc.'s Work Order
No. CCNA-214 Work Order No. 4, for the due diligence review and
opinion of probable cost.
13. COUNTY ATTORNEY MATTERS
10:30 A. Attornev-Client Session — Time Certain 10:30 a.m.
a.m. Indian River County, et al. vs. Peter M. Rogoff, et al. and AAF Holdings, LLC, pending
in the United States District Court for the District of Columbia, Case No. 1:15-cv-
00460 (CRC) and Indian River County vs. Florida Development Finance Corporation
and AAF Holdings LLC, pending in the Circuit Court of the 2nd Judicial Circuit in and
for Leon County, Florida, Case No. 2015 AP 000040
(memorandum dated December 8, 2015)
295
The Chairman read the opening remarks of the Attorney -Client Session scheduled
for 10:30 a.m. The estimated time of the closed Attorney -Client session was 90
minutes. Those in attendance were Commissioners Joseph E. Flescher (Vice
Chairman), Wesley S. Davis, Tim Zorc, Peter D. O'Bryan, and Bob Solari
(Chairman). Also present were County Attorney Dylan Reingold, County
Administrator Joseph Baird, and Certified Court Reporter Greg Campbell.
The Board reconvened in the Chambers at 11:51 a.m. The Chairman terminated
the Attorney -Client Session and reopened the regular Board meeting, resuming
with Item 12.F.1. Public Works.
12:22 B. Consent to Ground Sublease with American Tower for Calvary Chapel FM Radio
p.m. Antenna at Hobart Tower
(memorandum dated December 9, 2015)
296-302
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Deputy County Attorney William DeBraal explained the plans of Calvary Chapel
of Vero Beach, Inc. (Calvary) to move their on-line station to an FM radio band,
which would require a tower -mounted antenna. He said the American Tower
Corporation (the parent company of Global Tower Partners (GTP Towers I, LLC)
and Calvary reached a licensed agreement to place an antenna on the Hobart
Tower. He recommended the Board approve the Consent Letter allowing Calvary
to move forward, subject to the terms of the November 4, 2008 License Agreement
with Global Tower Assets, and authorize staff to bring back a formal lease
between the parent company and the County in early 2016.
ON MOTION by Commissioner O'Bryan, SECONDED by Vice Chairman
Flescher, the Board unanimously approved the Consent Letter subject to the terms
of the November 4, 2008 License Agreement with Global Tower Assets and
directed staff to bring back a sublease with the proper parties in early 2016.
12:24 C. Legislative Update and Resolution Urging the Florida Legislature and the Governor to
p.m. Oppose Legislation Which Would Mandate Local Governments to Redirect a Portion of
Tourist Development Tax Funds to Visit Florida and Local Law Enforcement
(memorandum dated December 9, 2015)
303-306
Assistant County Attorney Kate Pingolt Cotner recalled the Board's direction on
December 8, 2015, to draft a resolution urging the Florida Legislature and the
Governor to oppose legislation that would mandate local governments to redirect a
portion of the locally -collected tourist development tax funds away from the
promotion of local tourism. She presented the proposed Resolution and requested
the Board's approval.
ON MOTION by Commissioner O'Bryan, SECONDED by Vice Chairman
Flescher, the Board unanimously approved Resolution 2015-141, urging the
Florida Legislature to oppose and the Governor Rick Scott to oppose any
legislation which would mandate Tourist Development Tax Funds be diverted
away from local communities; and directing certified copies of this Resolution to
be provided to various officials.
Attorney Pingolt Cotner discussed Senate Bill 742/House Bill 517 that would make
changes to the Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity (COPCN).
Emergency Services Director John King and Assistant Fire Chief Brian Burkeen
responded to the Board's questions regarding inter -facility transports within
Indian River County, cost and care issues, and the continuation of care.
ON MOTION by Commissioner O'Bryan, SECONDED by Vice Chairman
Flescher, the Board unanimously directed staff to work with the Florida
Association of Counties (FAC) to oppose the current wording of the Bill that
would change the Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity.
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Attorney Pingolt Cotner spoke about House Bill 791, Local Tax Referendum, and
the proposed election changes to levy a discretionary sales tax.
Management and Budget Director Jason Brown voiced concern that the proposed
election changes would make it more difficult to get the extension of the one -cent
sales tax approved on the November 2016 Ballot.
ON MOTION by Commissioner O'Bryan, SECONDED by Chairman Solari, the
Board unanimously opposed House Bill 791, Local Tax Referendum.
Attorney Pingolt Cotner provided further updates and discussed Bills that could
impact the County's legislative priorities.
The Chairman called for a break at 1:00 p.m., and reconvened the meeting at 1:07
p.m., with all members present.
14. COMMISSIONERS MATTERS
1:07
p.m.
A.
B.
Commissioner Bob Solari, Chairman
1. Use of Windsor Million for Conservation Lands
(memorandum dated December 9, 2015) 307
Chairman Solari spoke about the County's unfulfilled obligations relating
to conservation lands, and questioned whether the Windsor Properties
funds could be designated to fulfill some of those obligations.
Commissioner Davis voiced opposition to using the funds for obligations
and not improvements to the County's parks and recreation.
ON MOTION by Commissioner O'Bryan, SECONDED by Vice
Chairman Flescher, the Board by a 4-1 vote (Commissioner Davis
opposed), directed staff to review the list of conservation areas and
identify the areas of County obligations for recreational improvements
and bring the information back to the Board.
Commissioner Joseph E. Flescher, Vice Chairman
1:23 1. USGA Golf Tournament
p.m. (memorandum dated December 15, 2015)
308
Vice Chairman Flescher requested the Chairman to send a thank you
letter to the parties involved in the United States Golf Association (USGA)
Golf Tournament.
Rich Nalbandian, Assistant Executive Director Treasure Coast Sports
Commission, felt the golf tournament was an awesome event that
promoted Vero Beach. He thanked John's Island for holding it, and all
the volunteers who assisted with the event.
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1:29
p.m.
C.
D.
E.
Chairman Solari requested that an individual from the Tourist
Development Council (TDC) draft the letter so he could sign it.
Commissioner Wesley S. Davis
None
Commissioner Peter D. O'Brvan
None
Commissioner Tim Zorc
1. Ordinance on Short Term Rentals as Legal Business
(memorandum dated December 7, 2015) 309
Commissioner Zorc proposed drafting an Ordinance that would
regulate short-term rentals as a legal business, similar to other uses
that are currently governed by the County. He discussed portions of
Section 911.16. of the Administrative Procedure of the Indian River
County Florida Code of Ordinances and the Indian River County
Home Occupation Permit (on file). He believed that a short-term
rental is a bona fide business that would need to qualify under the
same rules as a Home Occupational Permit.
Discussion ensued regarding fire inspections, licensing, occupancy
limits, and enforcement.
Joseph Paladin, President of Black Swan Consulting, and Vice
Chairman of the Vacation and Short -Term Rental Committee
(Committee) did not oppose the content of the proposal, only the
process in which it was being brought forward. He requested the
Board allow this proposal to go through his Committee.
David Hunter, Vero Beach, encouraged the Board to move forward
with licensing and inspections prior to issuing a license. He
recommended the Board modify the County Code to reflect that
short-term rentals are a change of use, which would require a new
inspection and a new certificate of occupancy as a commercial
property. He recommended the Committee be the source of the
Board's final consideration.
Carter Taylor, 2235 Silver Sands Court, offered comments in support
of Commissioner Zorc's proposal.
Community Development Director Stan Boling discussed the
Committee's recommendations; relayed that staff would be drafting
regulations based on the recommendations; and stated that after the
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committee re -visits the regulations, he would report back to the
Board.
Dr. Miles Conway, 2340 South Highway Al A, supported
Commissioner Zorc's proposal, and offered comments on moving
forward.
MOTION WAS MADE by Commissioner Zorc, SECONDED by
Commissioner Davis, for discussion, to propose an ordinance that
regulates short-term rentals similar to other uses that are currently
governed by Indian River County, limited to, but not tied to,
occupancy level, health, and safety requirements.
Commissioner O'Bryan believed the first priority should be to get all
the unlicensed short-term rental operators licensed.
Commissioner Davis felt short-term rental operators should be
informed of the rules.
Deputy County Attorney William DeBraal revealed that there had
been an agreement reached with Airbnb and Hillsboro County. He
felt the Committee was working hard and recognizing their tasks.
Chairman Solari asked Attorney DeBraal to find out from Airbnb
how many short-term rental operators there are in Indian River
County.
Director Boling thought the Committee was doing a good job, and
added that the Committee had already tasked staff to research the
number of unlicensed people in the County. He recommended the
Board do all the licensing at one time; reiterated that the ordinance
process would take about 90 to 120 days; and offered to relay today's
comments back to the Committee.
The Chairman CALLED THE QUESTION, by a vote of 1-4
(Commissioners Solari, Flescher, Davis and O'Bryan opposed), the
MOTION FAILED.
Discussion ensued regarding unlicensed short-term rental operators
in the County, tracking, and enforcement.
ON MOTION by Commissioner O'Bryan, SECONDED by
Commissioner Zorc, the Board unanimously directed staff to:
(1) return in January with a proposal of how to track individuals in
the short-term rental business who are not licensed, and how the
County can help them understand the need to be licensed; and (2) see
if there is a way the County can enforce the State requirements, such
as through the Environmental Control Board.
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2:38 2. County Owned Surplus Property
p.m.
(memorandum dated December 7, 2015) 310-323
Commissioner Zorc suggested staff use the inventory list on pages 311
to 323 of the Agenda Packet, and add to it all County -owned property
so it would be a current and accurate list. He also wanted the list to
including everything the Florida Department of Transportation
(FDOT) owns, for potential property swaps. He was specifically
concerned about the 17th Street parking lot and the Ocean Drive
parking lot, which were providing no public benefit to the County.
Following further discussion, the following motion was made.
ON MOTION by Commissioner Zorc, SECONDED by Chairman
Solari, the Board unanimously directed staff to generate a list of
Indian River County properties in the City of Vero Beach, and show
if they are being used.
15. SPECIAL DISTRICTS AND BOARDS
A.
B.
C.
Emergency Services District
None
Solid Waste Disposal District
None
Environmental Control Board
None
16. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, the Chairman declared the meeting adjourned at
2:44 p.m.
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