HomeMy WebLinkAbout11/1/1988Tuesday, November 1, 1988
The Board of County Commissioners of Indian River County,
Florida, met in Regular Session at the County Commission
Chambers, 1840 25th Street, Vero Beach, Florida, on Tuesday,
November 1, 1988, at 9:00 o'clock A.M. Present were Don C.
Scurlock, Jr., Chairman; Gary C. Wheeler, Vice Chairman; Richard
N. Bird; Margaret C. Bowman; and Carolyn K. Eggert. Also present
were William G. Collins, 11, Acting County Administrator; Charles
P. Vitunac, Attorney to the Board of County Commissioners; Joseph
Baird, OMB Director; and Virginia Hargreaves, Deputy Clerk.
The Chairman called the meeting to order, and Commissioner
Bird led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA/EMERGENCY ITEMS
Attorney Vitunac advised that in connection with the closing
on the purchase of North Beach Water Company this afternoon, we
will have a Resolution brought to the Board when the lawyers
arrive, and he would like to have consideration of that
Resolution added to the agenda under his matters as Item 11 C.
ON MOTION by Commissior Eggert, SECONDED by Com-
mis-s-ioner Wheeler, the Board unanimously added the
above item to the agenda as requested by the County
Attorney.
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APPROVAL OF MINUTES
The Chairman asked if there were any additions or correc-
tions to the Minutes of the Special Meeting of September 14,
1988. There were none.
ON MOTION by Commissioner Bird, SECONDED by Commis-
sioner Eggert, the Board unanimously approved the
Minutes of the Special Meeting of -September 14, 1988,
as written.
The Chairman asked if there were any additions or correc-
tions to the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of September 27,
1988. There were none.
ON MOTION by Commissioner Eggert, SECONDED by Com-
missioner Wheeler, the Board unanimously approved the
Minutes of the Regular Meeting of September 27, 1988,
as written.
The Chairman asked if there were any additions or correc-
tions to the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of October 4, 1988.
There were none.
ON MOTION by Commissioner Eggert, SECONDED by Com-
missioner Wheeler, the Board unanimously approved the
Minutes of the Regular Meeting of October 4, 1988,
as written.
CONSENT AGENDA
Commissioner Bird asked that Item M. (Remote Control Auto
Racing Operation at Hobart Park) be taken off the agenda as
Attorney Brennan is working with the leaseholder and will put
this item on the agenda next week.
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Commissioner Bowman asked that Item K be removed from the
Consent Agenda for discussion.
A. Bonds for Commissioners Scurlock and Bowman
ON MOTION by Commissioner Eggert, SECONDED by Com-
missioner Wheeler, the Board unanimously approved
the signature of all Board members on the Bonds for
Commissioners Scurlock and Bowman.
BOND
STATE OF FLORIDA
County of Indian River
KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS, That We, DON G. SCURLOCK, JR.
as principal, and THE TRAVELERS INDEMNITY COMPANY as surety,
areheld and firmly bound unto the Governor of the State of Florida, and his successors in office,
in the sum of TWO THOUSAND AND NO/ 1 00 Dollars, lawful money, for the
payment whereof, well and truly to be made, we do bind ourselves, our and each of our heirs, executors
and administrators, jointly and severally, firmly
l�by these presents. �,� Q
Sealed with our seals, and dated this 1 J day of �,R— , A D., 19 Ot
The condition of the above obligation is such, That, whereas, the above bounden
DON C. SCURLOCK, JR.was, on the i) Lit day of November,
A.D.,19 88 ,elected County Cnmmicgi;mar , Indian River Crnmty, Plnrirla
to hold his office for the term of four years beginning on the Tuesday two weeks following the day of the
general election held in November, A.D., 19 8 8 , and until his successor is qualified according to the
Constitution and laws of this State.
Bond #348J9779 .
NOW, THEREFORE, if the said
DON C. SCURLOCK, JR. shall faithfully
perform the duties of his said office as provided by law, then this obligation to be void, else to be and
remain in full force and virtue.
Signed, egaled and delivered in presence of us:
(Principal Si
Witness
Bond approved / / 9Fr
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Bond approved
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(A orne -in- act Sign Here)
§idney M. Banack, Jr.
(SEAL)
Chairman of the Board of County o 'f'- sioners.
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BOND #8121963
KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS, That We, Margaret C. Bowman
as principal, and Western Surety Co. as surety,
are held and firmly bound unto the Governor of the State of Florida, and his successors in office,
in the sum of 2, nnn nn Dollars, lawful money, for the
payment whereof, well and truly to be made, we do bind ourselves, our and each of our heirs, executors
and administrators, jointly and severally, firmly by these presents.
Sealed with our seals, and dated this 26th day of Oc tnher , A D., 19_88—
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The condition of the above obligation is such, That, whereas, the above bounden
Margaret C Bowman was, on the —22nd day of November,
A.D., 19 88 ,elected District #1 Commissioner
Board of County Commissioners of Indian River County, Florida
to hold his office for the term of four years beginning on the Tuesday two weeks following the day of the
general election held in November, A.D., 19_44_, and until his successor is qualified according to the
Constitution and laws of this State.
NOW, THEREFORE, if the said Margaret C. Boman shall faithfully
perform the dutfes.of his said office as provided by law, then this obligation to be void, else to be and
remain in full force and virtue.
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B. Budget Amendment #005 - Audio Visual Equipment for Courtrooms
The Board reviewed memo from the OMB Director:
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TO: Members of the Board
of County Commissioners
DATE: October 25, 1988
SUBACT : BUDGET AMENDMENT 005 -
TO PURCHASE AUDIO VISUAL EQUIPMENT
CONSENT AGENDA
FROM: Joseph A. Baird
OMB Director
DESCRIPTION AND CONDITIONS
Judge Vocelle is requesting permission to purchase an audio
visual system for Courtrooms A, B, and D. The system, linked to
the jail, would enable judges to do first appearances in
difference courtrooms without the prisoners being physically
present. Judge Vocelle wishes to purchase the equipment from
McMaster Antenna System so that it is compatible with existing
equipment and can be purchased immediately. The system is
expected to cost $4,150.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the Board approve Budget Amendment 005-
purchase of audio visual equipment for $4,150 - funding to come
from Court Facilities.
ON MOTION by Commissioner Eggert, SECONDED by Commis-
sioner Wheeler, the Board unanimously approved Budget
Amendment #005, as described:
TO: Members of the Board
of County Commissioners
FROM: Joseph A. Baird, OMB Director.
SUBJECT: BUDGET AMENDMENT
NUMBER:
005
DATE: October 25. 1988
Entry
Number
Funds/Department/Account Name
Account Number
Increase
Decrease
1.
COURT FACILITIES
Circuit Court/Communication Eq.
106-901-516-066.45
$4,150.00
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$4,150.00
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C. County Administrator's Salary Allocation
The Board reviewed memo from OMB Director Baird:
TO: Members of the Board
of County Commissioners
DATE: October 25, 1988
SUBJECT: COUNTY ADMINISTRATORS
SALARY ALLOCATION
CONSENT AGENDA
FROM: Joseph A. Baird(It
OMB Director
DESCRIPTION AND CONDITIONS
Currently William G. Collins', salary is prorated two-thirds from
the County Administrator's budget and one-third from the
Attorney's office. We have reviewed Mr. Collins' workload and
determined that the vast majority of his work is administrative;
therefore, we feel his entire salary should be charged to the
Administrator's budget effective October 1, 1988.
Mr. Collins became Acting County Administrator on August 9, 1988,
and since then has not received a vehicle allowance like his
predecessor did. I would like permission to pay Mr. Collins his
vehicle allowance from August 9, 1988 to the present and to
continue paying him this monthly allowance while he is Acting
County Administrator.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the Board of County Commissioners authorize
the back payment of vehicle allowance and the change in
allocation of the County Administrator's salary.
ON MOTION by Commissioner Eggert, SECONDED by Commis-
sioner Wheeler, the Board unanimously authorized back
payment of vehicle allowance and change in allocation
of the County Administrator's salary as recommended by
the OMB Director.
D. Contract with DHRS for FY 88/89
The Board reviewed memo from the OMB Director:
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TO: Members of the Board
of County Commissioners
DATE: October 25, 1988
SUBJECT: CONTRACT WITH STATE OF
FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF
HEALTH AND REHABILITATIVE SERVICES
CONSENT AGENDA
FROM: Joseph A. Bair1N:
OMB Director
DESCRIPTION AND CONDITIONS
Attached for the Board of County Commissioners approval is the
annual budget contract between Indian River County and the State
of Florida Department of Health and Rehabilitative Services. The
Indian River County Office of Management and Budget has reviewed
the contract and concurs that Indian River County has.
appropriated $335,561 to fund the Indian River County Health
Department.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends the Board of County Commissioners approve the
contract between Indian River County and the State of Florida
Department of Health and Rehabilitative Services.
ON MOTION by Commissioner Eggert, SECONDED by Commis-
sioner Wheeler, the Board unanimously approved the
contract with the Florida Dept. of Health and Rehabili-
tative Services for FY 88/89.
COPY OF SAID CONTRACT IS ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF CLERK TO THE
BOARD.
E. Retroactive Approval - Out -of -County Travel (Com. Bowman)
ON MOTION by Commissioner Eggert, SECONDED by Commis-
sioner Wheeler, the Board unanimously gave retroactive
approval for Commissioner Bowman to attend a Workshop
on Salt Marsh Management and Research at the Florida
Medical Entomology Laboratory, Vero Beach, October 25-
28, 1988.
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F. Commissioner Bowman to Continue on Emergency Outreach Board
The Board reviewed the following letter from the Executive
Director of United Way:
October 20, 1988
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Don Scurlock, Chairm sk
Indian River County a
Board of Commissioner
1840 25th St.
Vero Beach, FL 32960
Dear Mr. Scurlock:
RECEIVED
30AR0 MUM.
COMMISSIONERS
11016
United Way
of Indian River County
2001 9th Avenue
Suite 314, 2001 Building-•-- - -
P.O. Box 1960
Vero Beach, Florida 32961-1960
Phone (407) 567-8900
The United Way of Indian River County has recently been
informed that $51,153 has been awarded to our county
through Phase VII of the Emergency Food and Shelter
National Board Program.
Commissioner Maggie Bowman has served on the Emergency
Outreach Board, representing county government, since the
inception in 1984. This Board is responsible for
overseeing the expenditures of funds, and is mandated to
reconvene during Phase VII. We would like you to consider
reappointing Commissioner Bowman to serve in this position
during the coming year. _-__-.______-----•__------------ --- -_.__.
The first meeting was held on October 18, 1988 which
was in conflict with the County Comissioners meeting, but
we look foreward to seeing Maggie at future meetings.
Thank you for your assistance in helping us comply with
federal regulations.
Sincerely,
ON MOTION by Commissioner Eggert, SECONDED by Commis-
sioner Wheeler, the Board unanimously reappointed
Commissioner Bowman to the Emergency Outreach Board.
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G. Tax Sale Certificate - (Dasie Bridgewater)
ON MOTION by Commissioner Eggert, SECONDED by Commis-
sioner Wheeler, the Board unanimously approved duplicate
Tax Sale Certificate No. 86-0532 in the sum of $144.95
for Dasie Bridaewater.
H. Final Plat Approval - 9th Street Road Plat
The Board reviewed memo from Staff Planner Robert Wiegers:
TO: The Honorable Members of the Board of County
Commissioners
DIVISION HEAD CONCURRENCE:
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Robert
4. Keatig, A�
Community Development Director
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THROUGH: Stan Boling, AICP
Chief, Current Development �%
FROM: Robert E. Wiegeits, Staff Plannet
Current Development
DATE: October 20, 1988
SUBJECT: FINAL PLAT APPROVAL FOR 9TH STREET ROAD PLAT
It is requested that the data herein presented be given formal
consideration by the Board of County Commissioners at its regular
meeting of November 1, 1988.
DESCRIPTION AND CONDITIONS:
The subdivision ordinance, as amended. July 17, 1985, allows for
the platting of unimproved private road rights-of-way if there is
no subdivision of property (as defined in the ordinance). Under
these provisions the platted private rights-of-way, though exempt
from road and drainage requirements, must meet County standards in
regards to the following:
1. relationship to existing streets and drives;
2. location; and
3. dimensions (widths and lengths)
Creating such private road rights-of-way provides parcels with
frontage on privately dedicated (owned and maintained) roads. The
creation of road frontage allows for building permits to be issued
on parcels that currently have no dedicated road frontage, and
provides the necessary space and layout for possible future
improvements that can satisfy county road, drainage, and utility
requirements.
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The applicant, Keith McCully, acting on behalf of Worth Hamilton,
owner, is requesting final plat approval for the 9th Street Road
plat, and has submitted the following:
1. A final plat substantially in conformance with the approved
preliminary plat.
At its regular meeting of June 23, 1988, the Planning and Zoning
Commission granted preliminary plat approval for this project.
ANALYSIS:
The road plat covers an existing east -west private road which
extends west of 20th Avenue and is aligned with 9th Street. The
road exists in the sense that it is currently paved, and is within
a 30' easement, that was originally established to provide road
access to lots created prior to the County's subdivision
ordinance.
The owner is platting this private road right-of-way in order to
establish the required amount of road frontage for a parcel of
property to be created in the future. The private road will be
established in such a way that adjacent property owners, who
already have legal access to the existing paved road, may continue
to use it in the future. The road plat terminates in a cul-de-sac
because the future extension of the road is not desirable.
A private property owners' association has been formed to own and
maintain the road right-of-way; and the County Attorney's office
has approved it as to legal form and sufficiency. No subdivision
of property, as defined in the subdivision ordinance, is to occur.
All applicable County regulations have been satisfied in regards
to final plat approval.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the Board of County Commissioners grant
final plat approval for the 9th Street road plat.
ON MOTION by Commissioner Eggert, SECONDED by Commis-
sioner Wheeler, the Board unanimously granted Final
Plat Approval for 9th Street Road Plat as requested
by the owner Worth Hamilton.
I. Release of Easement - Roseland Gardens Subdv. (Crouse)
The Board reviewed memo from Code Enforcement Officer Heath:
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TO: William G. Collins, II
Acting County Administrator
DI SION HEAD ONCURRENCE
Robert M.Kea ing .I.C.P.
Communit' Develo ment Director
THROUGH: Roland M. DeBlois
Environmental Planning Chief
FROM: Charles W. Heath ea
Code Enforcement, Officer
DATE: October 12, 1988
SUBJECT: RELEASE OF EASEMENT REQUEST BY WILLIAM & KAREN CROUSE
826 S.W. FLORALAND AVENUE, SEBASTIAN, FLORIDA 32958
SUBJECT PROPERTY: Lots 16 & 17 Block 8, Roseland Gardens
Subdivision, PBI 08-25
It is requested that the data herein presented be given formal
consideration by the Board of County Commissioners at their
regular meeting of November 01, 1988.
DESCRIPTION AND CONDITION:
The County has been petitioned by William and Karen Crouse, owners
of the subject property, for the release of the common five (5)
foot side lot utility easements of lots 16 & 17, being the
northerly five (5) feet of lot 16, and the southerly five (5) feet
of lot 17, Block 8, Roseland Gardens Subdivision, Section 11,
Township 31, Range 38 East, Indian River County, Florida; accord-
ing to the Plat thereof as recorded in Plat Book 8, Page 25, of the
Public Records of Indian River County, Florida. It is the peti-
tioner& intention to construct a single- family dwelling on the
property.
The current zoning classification of the property is RS -6, Single
-Family Residential District. The Land Use Designation is LD -2,
Low Density Residential, allowing up to six (6) units per acre.
ALTERNATIVES AND ANALYSIS:
The request has been reviewed by Southern Bell Telephone Company,
Florida Power and Light Company, Falcon Cable Company, and the
Indian River County Utility and Right -of -Way Departments. Based
upon their reviews, there were no objections to the release of the
common side lot utility easements. Staff analysis indicates that
there would be no adverse impact to utilities being supplied to
the subject property.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends to the Board, through adoption of a resolution,
the release of the common five (5) foot side lot utility easements
of lots 16 & 17, being the southerly five (5) feet of Lot 16, and
the northerly five feet of Lot 17, Roseland Gardens Subdivision,
Section 11, Township 31, Range 38 East, Plat Book 8, Page 25, of
the Public Records of Indian River County, Florida.
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ON MOTION by Commissioner Eggert, SECONDED by Commis-
sioner Wheeler, the Board unanimously approved Resolu-
tion 88-110 releasing the common five foot side lot
utility easements of Lots 16 & 17, Roseland Gardens
Subdivision, as requested by William & Karen Crouse.
RESOLUTION NO. 88-110
A RESOLUTION OF INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA,
ABANDONING CERTAIN EASEMENTS IN THE ROSELAND
GARDENS SUBDIVISION, LOTS 16 & 17, BLOCK 8.
WHEREAS, the Declaration Restrictions for Lots 16 & 17, of
Block 8, in Roseland Gardens Subdivision according to the plat
thereof , recorded in the office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court
of Indian River County, Florida in Plat Book 8, Page 25 contains
a Declaration of an Easement "for the installation and maintenance
of public utilities and drainage facilities" as shown in Offical
Record Book 554, Page 362; and
Whereas, the retention of those easements serves no public
utilities; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County
Commissioners of Indian River County, Florida that:
This release of easement is executed by Indian River County,
Florida, a political subdivision of the State of Florida, whose
mailing address is 1840 25th Street, Vero Beach, Florida 32960,
Grantor to William D. and Karen J. Crouse, whose mailing address
is 826 S.W. Floraland Avenue, Sebastian, Florida 32958, Grantee,
as follows:
Indian River County does quit claim and abandon all right,
title and interest that it may have in the following described
easements:
SEE EXHIBIT "A" ATTACHED HERETO
AND INCORPORATED HEREIN BY REFERENCE.'
This release of easement does not affect any rights which
may accrue to any of the lot owners within the Roseland Gardens
Subdivision by virtue of the Declartion of Restrictions as
recorded in the Offical Records of Indian River County at OR Book
554, Page 360 through 364.
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Eggert , seconded by Commissioner
adopted on the
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day of November , 1988, by the following
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Commissioner Scurlock
Commissioner Bowman
Commissioner Bird
Commissioner Eggert
Commissioner Wheeler
The Chairman thereupon declared
duly passed and adopted this 1st
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EXHIBIT "A"
Don . Scuf ock,
Chairman
The southerly five (5) feet of Lot 17, and the northerly five (5)
feet of Lot 16, Block 8, Roseland Gardens Subdivision, according
to the plat thereof, as recorded on Plat Book 8, Page 25, Public
Records of Indian River County, Florida, Section 11, Township 31,
Range 38 East.
J. Release of Easement - Bent Pines Subdv. (MacMeekin)
The Board reviewed memo from Chief Planner DeBlois:
TO:William G. Collins, II
Acting County Administrator
DIVISION HEAD CONCURRENCE
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ert" M. Kea in AI
Community Devel
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DATEOctober 10, 1988 FILE:
SUBJECT:
irector
THROUGH: Roland M. DeBlois1K
Chief, Environmental Planning
FROarles W. Heath Ca
Code Enforcement Officer
RELEASE OF EASEMENT
REQUEST BY JAMES W. &
BARBARA MACMEEKIN c/o
GEORGE C. COLLINS, ESQ.;
LOT 16 & N.i Lot 17,
REPLAT OF BENT PINES
SUBDIVISION, UNIT 3 AND
UNIT 4 PBI 11-9, 9-A, &
9-B
REFERENCES:
Macmeekin
DISK CHEATH
It is requested that the data herein presented be given formal
consideration by the Board of County Commissioners at their
regular meeting of November 1, 1988.
DESCRIPTION AND CONDITION:
The County has been petitioned by James W. & Barbara A. MacMeekin
III, through their attorney, George G. Collins, Jr., for the
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release of the common seven and one-half (7i) foot side lot
utility easements of Lots 16 & N.i Lot 17, being the southerly
seven and one-half (7i) feet of Lot 16, and the northerly seven
and one-half (7i) feet of N.i of Lot 17, Replat of Bent Pine
Subdivision Unit 3 and Unit 4, Part of Sections 15 & 16, Township
32, Range 39. East, Indian River County, Florida; according to the
plat thereof as recorded in Plat Book 11, Pages 9, 9-A, & 9-B, of
the Public Records of Indian River County , Florida._ It is the
petitioners' intention to construct a single-family residence on
the property.
The current zoning classification is RM -4,, Multi -Family Residen-
tial District. The Land Use Designation is LD -2, Low Density
Residential.
ALTERNATIVES AND ANALYSIS:
The request has been reviewed by Southern Bell Telephone Company,
Florida Power and Light Company, Florida Cablevision Corporation,
and the Indian River County Utilities Department. Based upon
their reviews, there were no objections to the release of the
easements. Staff analysis indicates that there would be no impact
upon the supply of utilities to the subject property.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends to the Board, through the adoption of a resolu-
tion, the release of the common seven and one-half (7i) foot side
lot utility easement of lots 16 & N $ Lot 17, being the southerly
seven and one-half (7i) feet of Lot 16,_and the northerly seven
and one-half (7i) feet of N. Lot 17, Replat of Bent Pine
Subdivision Unit 3 and Unit 4, a Portion of Sections 15&16,
Township 32, Range 39 East, Plat Book 11, Pages 9,9 -A,&9 -B, of the
Public Records of Indian River County, Florida.
NOV 11
ON MOTION by Commissioner Eggert, SECONDED by Commis-
sioner Wheeler, the Board unanimously approved Resolu-
tion 88-111 releasing the common seven and one-half
foot utility easement of Lots 16 and Ni Lot 17, Replat
of Bent Pine Subdvision as requested by James and
Barbara MacMeekin.
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RESOLUTION NO. 88-111
A RESOLUTION OF INDIAN RIVER
COUNTY, FLORIDA, ABANDONING CERTAIN
EASEMENTS IN THE REPLAT OF BENT
PINE SUBDIVISION UNIT 3 AND UNIT 4.
WHEREAS, the Certificate of Dedication for lots 16 & N. # of
Lot 17, Repiat of Bent Pine Subdivision, Unit 3 and Unit 4
according to the plat thereof, recorded in the office of the Clerk
of the Circuit Court of Indian River County, Florida in plat Book
11, Pages 9,9-A, and 9-B ccntains a Statement of Intent for
utility easements "for the streets and easements shown on this
replat are dedicated for the use of Public Utilities,
Cablevision, and the Property Owners in all of the Bent Pine
Subdivision" as shown in Official Record Book 593, Pages 668,
Official Records Book 598, Page 2202, Official Records Book 619,
Page 228, Official Records Book 641, Page 2895, Public Records of
Indian River County, Florida; and
WHEREAS, the retention of those easements serves no public
purpose,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commis-
sioners of Indian River County, Florida that:
This release of easement is executed by Indian River County,
Florida, a political subdivision of the State of Florida, whose
mailing address is 1840 25th Street, Vero Beach, Florida 32960,
Grantor, James W. & Barbara A. MacMeekin III, c/o George G.
Collins, Jr., as Attorney, whose mailing address is 744 Beachland
Blvd, Vero Beach, Florida 32963, Grantee, as follows:
Indian River County does quit claim and abandon all right,
title and interest that it may have in the following described
easements:
SEE EXHIBIT "A" ATTACHED HERETO AND
INCORPORATED HEREIN BY REFERENCE
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This release of easement does not effect any rights which may
accrue to any of the lot owners within the Replat of Bent Pine
Subdivision, Unit 3 and Unit 4 by virtue of the Certificate of
Dedication as recorded:_in the Official Records of Indian River
County at OR Book 593, Page 668, OR Book 598, Page 2202, OR Book
619, Page 228, OR Book 641, Page 2895.
Eggert
THIS RESOLUTION was moved for adoption by Commissioner
, seconded by Commissioner Wheeler , and
adopted on the 1st day of November , 1988, by the following
vote:
Commissioner Scurlock Aye
Commissioner Bowman Aye
Commissioner Bird Aye
Commissioner Eggert Aye
Commissioner Wheeler Aye
The Chairman thereupon declared the resolution
duly passed and adopted this 1st , day of November
1988.
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FLORIDA
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Don C. Scurlock, J
Chairman
EXHIBIT "A"
The southerly seven and one-half (71) feet of Lot 16,and the
northerly seven and one-half (71) feet of the north one-half (1)
of Lot 17 of a Replat of a Portion of Bent Pine Subdivision Unit 3
and Unit 4, according to the plat thereof as recorded in Plat Book
11, Pages 9, 9-A, and 9-B, of the Public Records of Indian River
County, Florida.
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K. Authorization for Entering Negotiations w/Consultant for
Historic Survey
The Board reviewed memo from Staff Planner David Nearing:
TO: William G. Collins II DATE:
Acting County Administrator
DEPARTMENT HEAD CONCURRENCE:
October 25, 1988
'o.ert M. Keat g, . P SUBJECT:
Director, Communit Development
Department
FILE:
AUTHORIZATION FOR ENTER-
ING NEGOTIATIONS WITH
CONSULTANT FOR HISTORIC
SURVEY
FROM:David C. Nearing t(°/%% REFERENCES:
Staff Planner
It is requested that the data herein presented be given formal
consideration by the Board of County Commissioners at their
regular meeting of November 1, 1988.
DESCRIPTION & CONDITIONS
In February 1988, Indian River County was awarded a federal grant
in the amount of $12,500 for the purpose of conducting a survey
of historic resources within the unincorporated portions of the
county. The county will provide matching funds in the form of
in -kind -services. On September 6, 1988, the Board of County
Commissioners authorized staff to enter into an agreement with
the State Bureau of Historic Preservation, which is administering
the grant on behalf of the Federal Government.
Persuant to this agreement, the planning staff distributed
Requests For Proposals (RFP) to various professional consultants
in the field of historic research. As a result of this RFP, the
staff received only one proposal; this was submitted by Historic
Property Associates, Inc. of St. Augustine, Florida.
ALTERNATIVES & ANALYSIS
The fact that response to staff's RFP was so limited was not
unexpected. Because very few consultants meet the criteria
established by the state and federal governments for such
consultants, receiving only one proposal is not uncommon. This
has been confirmed by the State Historic Bureau staff.
In reviewing the single proposal, staff has found that this
consultant appears to meet all qualifications and objectives set
forth under the RFP as well as state and federal guidelines.
In checking the candidate's credentials with the State Bureau of
Historic Resources, staff has found that this consultant comes
highly regarded by'state staff. While it is unusual for only one
firm to respond to a county RFP, the staff feels that the
specialized nature of this project warrants consideration of the
sole respondent.
CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATION
Based on staff's analysis of the consultant's proposal and
credentials, staff feels that this consultant will meet the needs
of the county for purposes of the historic survey. Staff
recommends that the Board of County Commissioners authorize staff
to enter into contract negotiatations with Historic Property
Associates, Inc., for the purpose of conducting a survey of
historic resources in Indian River County.
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Commissioner Bowman noted that the grant mentioned conduct-
ing a survey only within the unincorporated portions of the
county, and she wondered if we shouldn't include Sebastian and
Fellsmere as most of the historic resources of the county are
located in those areas:—
Community Development Director Keating advised that it would
add to the cost substantially. We have gotten a limited grant
which was intended primarily to do the survey in the unincorpor-
ated area.
Chairman Scurlock suggested that once we get the people on
board and get the grant that Director Keating see what it would
cost to expand the scope of services and bring that figure back
to the Board and then we can make an intelligent decision on
whether we want to do that and have funds available.
ON MOTION by Commissioner Eggert, SECONDED by Com-
missioner Bowman, the Board unanimously authorized
staff to enter into contract negotiations with Historic
Property Associates, Inc. for the purpose of conducting
a survey of historic resources in Indian River County.
L. Sailboard Center License Agreement
The Board reviewed memo from Asst. County Attorney Brennan:
TO: The Board of County Commissioners
FROM: Sharon P. Brennan - Assistant County Attorney {\?S)
i
DATE: October 26, 1988
SUBJECT: Sailboard Center License Agreement
Presented today for your approval is the Sailboard Center
License Agreement whereby the County is granting a license
to the operators to use the Wabasso Beach Causeway for
leasing sailboard equipment and providing sailboard lessons.
The agreement is substantially the same as last year's
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except for an increase to $300.00 for the consideration, and
a revised termination clause. Mr. and Mrs. Hazen have
provided us with a current certificate of insurance which
meets the requirements of the agreement. The Parks and
Recreation Committee recommended approval of the agreement
at its October meeting.
ON MOTION by Corrissioner Eggert, SECONDED by Commis-
sioner Wheeler, the Board unanimously approved Agree-
ment with Burchard Hazen, Jr. and Patricia Hazen dba
"SAILBOARD CENTER."
SAID AGREEMENT !S ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF CLERK TO THE BOARD.
M. Remote Control Auto Racing Operation at Hobart Park
This item was removed from today's agenda.
N. Release of County Liens
The Board reviewed memo from County Attorney Vitunac:
TO: Board of County Commissioners
FROM: Charles P. Vitunac, County Attorney
DATE: October 13, 1988
RE: CONSENT AGENDA - BCC MEETING 10/25/88
RELEASE OF'COUNTY LIENS
Lea Keller of this office has processed the following
and requests permission for the Chairman to execute the
release forms:
Release of Water Assessment Lien - LARKINS
Unit 202 of PINECREEK CONDO. I
Release of Sewer Assessment Lien - LARKINS
Unit 202 of PINECREEK CONDO. I
Release of Assessment Lien - WILLIAMS
Lot 3 & Si Lot 2 of SUNNYDALE ACRES
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Release of Impact Fee Extension Agreement
DOROTHY CANNON
Release of Assessment Lien - KING
Lot 19 of SUNNYDALE ACRES
Back-up information for the above is on file in the County
Attorney's & Utilities Department Offices.
ON MOTION by Commissioner Eggert, SECONDED by Commis-
sioner Wheeler, the Board unanimously authorized the
Chairman to execute the Release of Liens listed above.
COPIES OF SAID RELEASES ARE ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF CLERK TO THE
BOARD.
O. Proclamation - Arts Festival Weeks
NOV 11988
ON MOTION by Commissioner Eggert, SECONDED by Commis-
sioner Wheeler, the Board unanimously proclaimed
November 5 - 16, 1988, INDIAN RIVER ARTS FESTIVAL WEEKS.
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PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS the Indian River Arts Council is the county's
designated Local Arts Agency and serves as the umbrella
organization of the community's many cultural groups and
artists; and
WHEREAS the Arts Council sponsors an annual art
festival, in an effort to promote the arts, showcase the
talents of its members organizations, encourage artistic
imagination and creativity, and provide for recreational and
educational opportunities for all the citizens of Indian
River County, and neighboring areas; and
WHEREAS this year's art festival will feature the
culture of Africa and is dubbed "A Cultural Safari Through
Africa", and the Council's member organizations will develop
performances, exhibits and demonstrations, using the African
theme; and
WHEREAS traditionally launched by the Center for the
Arts' ever -popular. Children's Art Festival, the two-week
safari offers a wonderful variety of music, dance, ballet,
art exhibits, dramatic readings, lectures, travelogues,
puppet shows, in -school performances and many other exciting
offerings to be enjoyed by the entire community; and
WHEREAS the festival, which begins November 5 and
continues through November 16, has been expanded this year
to include the business community and members of the general
public; and
WHEREAS service clubs and civic organizations have
included lectures on African art and culture in their
programs and meetings; the news media, radio and television
have reached new audiences and the Beach Businesses are
participating in'%the festival with financial support by
using the African theme in their window displays and other
promotions;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS OF INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA that the week
of November 5 -- 16,. 1988 be designated as
INDIAN RIVER ARTS -IVA WEEKS
and urge the citizens of the community to participate and
enjoy the many events planned by the Arts Council as we all
go African!
}
BE IT FURTHER PROCLAIMED that the Board urges the
continued support of the arts in recognition of its
contribution to the community in terms of education,
recreation, tourism and positive impact to the economy.
Dated this 1st day of
November, 1988
NOV 11988
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA
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Chairman
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P. Reimbursable Expense (Buford Goff & Assoc.) Detention Equip.
The Board reviewed memo from the Acting County Adminis-
trator:
TO: Board of County Commissioners DATE: October 26, 1988
FILE:
SUBJECT: PAYMENT OF INVOICE FOR
REIMBURSABLE EXPENSE
FOR BUFORD GOFF &
ASSOC.- DETENTION EQUIP.
CONSULTANTS - CONSENT
William G. Collins II
FROM: Acting County Administrator REFERENCES:e 6"•
Please find attached an invoice and recommendation for payment for services
provided by Buford Goff and Associates for detention equipment consultation
under Phase III of the Indian River County Jail project. This item has been
submitted by Frizzell Architects , Inc. as a reimbursable expense.
RECOMMENDATION
I recommend payment be made for this reimbursable service per the existing
contract.
ON MOTION by Commissioner Eggert, SECONDED by Commis-
sioner Wheeler, the Board unanimously approved payment
to Buford Goff & Associates of $13,210 per the follow-
ing invoice:
l
W. R. Frizzell Architects. Inc. ♦ Suite 202 ♦ Royal Palm Square ♦ 1400 Col
September 1, 1988
Board of County Commissioners of
Indian River County
1840 25th Street
Vero Beach, Florida 32960
Attn: Mr. Doug Wright
INVOICE
A ♦ Fort Myers. Florida 33907 ♦ (813) 939-1220
gWgy 1.
;;_:{ ; INV 9-2140.1
ro'_ r. JOB 2140.1
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For Architectural Services Rendered on:
INDIAN RIVER COUNTY JAIL - PHASE III
Reimbursable Expense (Not Part of 6% Maximum Fee)
Buford Goff & Associates
Detention Equipment Consultant 8/1/88
Amount Due This Billing
W. R. FRIZZ EAR HITECTS, INC.
NOV 1Ronald D.
1988
ject Manager
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13,210.00
13,210.00
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PROPOSED ORDINANCE AMENDMENT TO PERMIT MEDICAL RELATED OFFICES IN
PRO ZONING DISTRICT
The hour of 9:05 o'clock A.M. having passed, the Deputy
Clerk read the following Notice with Proof of Publication
attached, to -wit:
VERO BEACH PRESS -JOURNAL
Published Daily
Vero Beach, Indian River County. Florida
COUNTY OF INDIAN RIVER: STATE OF FLORIDA
Before the undersigned authority personally appeared J. J. Schumann, Jr. who on oath
says that he is Business Manager of the Vero Beach Press -Journal, a daily newspaper published
at hero Beach in Indian River County, Florida; that the attached copy of advertisement, being
a
in the matter of 14e14:/P % 75
in the _ Court, was pub-
lished in said newspaper in the issues of
Affiant further says that the said Vero Beach Press -Journal is a newspaper published at
Vero Beach, in said Indian River County, Florida. and that the said newspaper has heretofore
been continuously published in said Indian River County, Florida, each daily and has been
entered as second class mail matter at the post office in Vero Beach, in said Indian River Coun-
ty, Florida, for a period of one year next preceding the first publication of the attached copy of
advertisement; and affiant further says that he has neither paid nor promised any person, firm
or corporation any discount, rebate. commission or refund for the purpose of securing this
advertisement for publication in the said newspaper.
Sworn to and subscribed before me this
(SEAL)
day of
daeaD19
15'
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(Clerk of the CircflM 11U liO, y, Florida)
My Commission Expires J., a 29, i961q
%mind Th?M Trnr Fain . hwwwaor. Inc.
(Busiills Manager)
NOTICE -PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of
County Commissioners of Indian River County,
Florida, shall hold a public hearing at which par-
ties in interest and citizens shall have an oppor-
tunity to be heard. In the County Commission
Chambers of the County Administration Build-
ing, located at 1840 25th St, Vero Beach, Floc-,.
Ida, on Tuesday, November 1, 1988, at 9:05 a.m.
to consider the adoption of an Ordinance enti-
tled:
ntbtled:
AN ORDINANCE OF INDIAN RIVER
COUNTY, FLORIDA AMENDING SEC-
TION 17. PRO: PROFESSIONAL OFFICE
DISTRICT, AND SECTION 251: REGU-
LATIONS FOR SPECIFIC LAND USES .
OF APPENDIX A OF THE CODE OF
LAWS AND ORDINANCES OF INDIAN
RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA. KNOWN AS
THE ZONING CODE; PROVIDING FOR -
THE CONDITIONAL LOCATION OF
MEDICAL RELATED OFFICES AND
OPTICAL FIRMS IN THE PRO ZONING
DISTRICT: AND PROVIDING FOR SPE-
CIFIC CRITERIA FOR THE .LOCATING
OF MEDICAL RELATED OFFICES AND
OPTICAL FIRMS IN THE PRO ZONING
DISTRICT; AND PROVIDING FOR RE-
PEAL OF CONFLICTING PROVISIONS,
CODIFICATION. SEVERABILITY, AND
EFFECTIVE DATE.
A copy of the proposed Ordinance is available
at the Planning Department office on the second
floor of the County Administration Building
Anyone who may wish to appeal any decision
which may be made at this meeting will need to
ensure that a verbatim record of the proceeding
is made which Includes the testimony and evi-
dence upon which the appeal will be based.
Indian River County
Board of County Commissioners
By: -s -Don C. Scurlock, Jr., Chairman
Oct 10.1988
Planner David Nearing made the staff presentation:
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TO: William G. Collins II DATE:october 18, 1988 FILE:
Acting County Administrator
DIVISION HEAD CONCURRENCE:
Robert M. Keati
4.
Planning & Deve'1opme.It Director
P
SUBJECT:
AMENDMENT TO SEC. 17:
PRO ZONING DISTRICT, TO
PERMIT MEDICAL RELATED
OFFICES AND OPTICAL FIRMS
FROM:Staff Plannervid C.
FROM. REFERENCES:
It is requested that the data herein presented be given formal
consideration by the Board of County Commissioners at their
regular meeting of November 1, 1988.
DESCRIPTION & CONDITIONS
This is a county initiated request to amend Section 17.0 PRO:
Professional Office District of the county code. The requested
amendment is to allow the development of medical related offices
and optical firms in the PRO district as a permitted use, or as a
use requiring either an administrative permit or special
exception approval. Currently, neither medical offices nor
optical firms are permitted in the PRO district.
This request was initiated as a result of a discussion which
occurred at the August 9, 1988, Board of County Commissioners
meeting. At that meeting an applicant for site plan approval for
a professional office building approached the Board to discuss
the issue of the suitability of medical offices in the PRO
district. After considerable discussion, the Board directed
staff to examine the feasibility of permitting medical offices in
the PRO district.
° History
The PRO district regulations were adopted by the Board of County
Commissioners on January 13, 1987. As stated in the purpose and
intent section of the professional office district, the PRO
district is to be used as a redevelopment tool or as a buffer
between commercial and residential uses. One objective of the
PRO district is to limit strip commercial development. With
increased setbacks, enhanced buffering requirements, and
low -intensity use limitations, this district is designed to be
compatible with residential uses.
During the adoption proceedings for the PRO district ordinance,
the Planning and Zoning Commission and the planning staff
expressed different positions concerning the suitability of
medical offices in the PRO district. The Commission felt that
medical offices should be included in the district and reviewed
on a case by case basis as a special exception use. The staff
felt that medical offices were incompatible with the PRO district
due to high traffic impacts. In approving the PRO district, the
Board of County Commissioners agreed with staff's opinion.
° September 1988 P&Z Action
On September 22, 1988, the planning staff presented several
alternatives concerning this matter to the Planning and Zoning
Commission. These alternatives are discussed in detail in the
"Alternatives and Analysis" section of this report. Briefly, the
three alternatives are as follows: 1) take no.action, continue
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excluding medical -related offices and optical firms from the PRO
district; 2) Allow medical -related offices and optical firms in
the PRO district by right, impose no special performance related
criteria; 3) Permit medical - related offices and optical firms
as conditional uses, imposing specific criteria for the
establishment of such uses in the PRO district.
After discussion, the a lanning and Zoning Commission concurred
with the staff recommendation to permit medical - related offices
and optical firms in the PRO district. The Commission voted 6-0
to recommend permitting medical - related offices and optical
firms as permitted uses, with additional wording to clarify that
a medical office featuring 24 - hour treatment facilities is not
included as a permitted use under this amendment.
ALTERNATIVES & ANALYSIS
The staff's original objection to allowing medical offices in the
PRO district was based on the characteristics of medical uses.
Compared to professional offices, medical offices have more
extensive impacts. These include more traffic, more activity,
and increased parking requirements. While professional offices
have characteristics more like multi -family residential in terms
of trips and activity, medical offices generally exhibit
characteristics more like commercial facilities with regard to
attracting clients, providing parking, and generating activity.
In order to ensure that PRO uses would be compatible with
adjacent residential areas, the staff recommended that medical
offices not be allowed in the PRO district.
° Alternatives
In examining the present request to allow medical offices in the
PRO district, staff identified three alternatives. The first is
to do nothing. This would be accomplished by denying the subject
request and continuing to prohibit medical offices in the PRO
district. The second alternative is to allow medical offices in
the PRO district as a permitted use. This would allow medical
offices to be established in the PRO district without any special
review or compliance with specific performance related criteria.
The third alternative is to permit medical offices in the
district as a conditional use, either as an administrative permit
or special exception. This would require medical offices
proposed for the PRO district to comply with specific performance
related criteria and, in the case of special exceptions, two
public hearings.
° Analysis
In analyzing the three alternatives, staff consulted the staff of
the City of Vero Beach Planning Department. The City has the
POI, Professional Office and Institutional, zoning district which
currently permits medical offices by right. According to the
city staff, medical office uses do not cause any special
problems in the POI district and do not adversely affect adjacent
residential areas. Based upon the city's experience with medical
offices in POI district, it appears that medical offices can be
situated in the PRO district with minimal impacts. For that
reason, the staff felt that alternative one, retaining the
present medical office prohibition in the PRO district, was not
desirable.
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The second alternative, permitting medical offices by right,
acknowledges that no special conditions should be imposed on
proposed medical office uses in the PRO district. This
alternative would treat medical offices in the same manner as
professional offices, limiting site plan conditions to general
site plan requirements. Based upon staff's analysis, that
appears appropriate. While some uses by their nature require
additional buffering or other conditions to fit in an area, the
staff has determined that medical uses function more like
professional office uses and therefore do not require special
regulation. For that reason, alternative three was eliminated.
Conclusion
Staff feels that the available evidence is sufficient to conclude
that medical offices are appropriate in the PRO district. While
more intensive than professional offices, medical offices appear
to be workable in areassuitable for PRO zoning, given the
district's buffering and other -requirements. With the
prohibition of 24 hour medical offices, there will be even less
of a chance that the addition of medical - related offices as a
permitted use in the PRO district will result in incompatibility
between PRO sites and adjacent residential areas.
The attached ordinance reflects the approved language noting
medical - related offices as permitted uses, with an explanation
in parentheses noting that 24 - hour service facilities are not
included.
RECOMMENDATION
Based on the analysis performed and the recommendation of the
Planning and Zoning Commission, staff recommends that the
Board of County Commissioners approve medical offices and optical
firms as permitted uses in the PRO. district, excluding medical
offices featuring 24 - hour treatment facilities.
Planner Nearing commented that staff looked at several
alternatives, among them special exceptions, but could not find
anything to substantiate the criteria to make it a special
exception. Since the City of Vero Beach has had such success
with it, staff felt that it would be best as a permitted use.
Commissioner Eggert believed the Board had directed staff to
look into the possible inclusion of medical related office in the
PRO District as a special exception use. At that time the big
concern was traffic, and now she found it difficult to understand
that there is nothing for staff to hang their hat on as to making
this a special exception use when the traffic concern is still
there.
Community Director Keating stated that there is really
nothing to preclude the Board making it a special exception.
Staff originally was considering making it a special exception,
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but the traffic generation rates about double for medical offices
over regular offices. Another consideration was how the PRO
District was going to be used. There have been three requests to
have PRO District designations and two have been approved, but
they are in areas that -are not in similar residential areas. OCR
is transitional, but it has to be in a commercial designation or
Land Use. Also in regard to buffering, they realize it does
create a little more activity and is a Kittle less compatible
but did not think it was something that really warranted
additional criteria. The one denied was where the staff
anticipated more of the PRO District coming and it would have
been in or part of a residential neighborhood and more traffic
would have more of an adverse impact on the neighborhood.
Commissioner Eggert believed Director Keating just had said
the traffic would be doubled. She felt we were talking about
limiting 25% to 50% to medical offices because of that.
Director Keating felt that even doubling it is kind of
misleading because the bigger a general office complex gets, the
closer it comes to being the same generator as medical offices.
Planner Nearing believed you must also look at the parking
differential. For medical offices you would have to have one
space per 175 sq. ft. instead of 1 per 300 sq. ft.; so, as you
increase the medical office space in a building, you are actually
decreasing the size of the building to accommodate the parking.
Chairman Scurlock wished to know if the medical offices
allowed under this ordinance, permit emergency room type
activity, and there could be ambulances and sirens, etc.,
disturbing the neighborhood.
Staff advised that 24 hour facilities are not allowed, and
the Chairman pointed out that a facility could have emergency
room type activity without operating 24 hours.
Commissioner Eggert asked if an InstaMed type facility could
be included, and Commissioner Bird believed they could be, but
the InstaMed facilities he has seen don't generate that much
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traffic, and he did not believe ambulances normally would take
patients to that type place.
Planner Nearing stated that we could add additional wording,
and Chairman Scurlock noted that unfortunately people always seem
to find a way to get around things.
Commissioner Eggert was concerned about medical related
offices slowly taking over the building without anyone being
aware of it.
Planner Nearing advised that if there were an internal
alteration, one of the safety valves is that the facilities for a
medical related office would be different than those for a regu-
lar professional office and most probably would have to go
through the Building Department, at which time the Building
Department would red flag it and send it to Planning.
The Chairman asked if anyone present wished to be heard.
Attorney Bruce Barkett came before the Board representing
Ronald Kutschinski, the original applicant who asked for revision
of the PRO Ordinance. They support the staff proposal as it is
today. He noted that Commissioner Eggert was concerned that staff
did not address the Board's direction exactly as requested re
special exception, but Mr. Barkett believed the Board has always
told staff to consider their direction and then make their
recommendation based on their best judgment. In regard to
sirens going into InstaMed clinics, Attorney Barkett pointed out
that one of the built-in limitations for this District is that it
has to be on an arterial road; so, the sirens will not be coming
down the neighborhood roads. Mr. Barkett stressed that PRO
already has some severe built-in limitations - it must be on an
arterial road, and it has much more severe setback requirements
as well as more severe parking requirements. As to the parking
requirement, he advised that the building his client is contem-
plating is about 25,000 sq. ft. If it were all medical offices,
it would require 143 parking spaces, and that same number of
parking spaces would service a general professional office
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building of 42,800 sq. ft. They are proposing a building that is
half medical and half general offices. Mr. Barkett pointed out
that Mr. Kutschinski could put in a larger building without
having to get the Board's permission and generate more traffic.
Staff has studied 'this -end concluded that medical offices don't
present problems. Since both staff and P&Z favor allowing
medical related offices as permitted uses in PRO, Mr. Barkett
felt that is a pretty good recommendation, and his client
supports it.
Ruth Chapman, resident of Rockridge, advised that basically
she personally goes along with this recommendation. Rockridge
residents feel this will generate less traffic than was
originally proposed for the number of units per acre. Also there
will be more setbacks and more parking spaces. Mrs. Chapman then
stressed their concern with 6th Avenue and hoped that a definite
widening be made at the corner of 17th St. and 6th Avenue and
that there be no egress onto 6th Avenue going north.
Chairman Scurlock pointed out that is really not related to
this ordinance which is countywide, and Mrs. Chapman reiterated
that she sees no problem with the proposed ordinance.
It was determined that no one else wished to be heard, and
the Chairman declared the public hearing closed.
ON MOTION by Commissioner Bird, SECONDED by Commis-
sioner Eggert, Chairman Scurlock voting in opposition,
the Board by a 4 to 1 vote, adopted Ordinance 88-44
providing for medical related offices in the PRO
Zoning District.
Chairman Scurlock stated that although the facts related to
a specific case may be one thing, he still was concerned about
the long range ramifications of expansion of this particular
vehicle which we created and the impact on adjacent residential
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areas as he anticipated continuing efforts to liberalize it.
Commissioner Bowman inquired if the Chairman would rather
have had this made a special exception where we would have had
more control, and he agreed that is what he would have preferred.
ORDINANCE NO. 88-44
AN ORDINANCE OF INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA, AMENDING
SECTION 17.PRO: PROFESSIONAL OFFICE DISTRICT OF APPENDIX A
OF THE CODE OF LAWS AND ORDINANCES -OF INDIAN RIVER COUNTY,
FLORIDA, KNOWN AS THE ZONING CODE; PROVIDING FOR THE
LOCATION OF MEDICAL RELATED OFFICES AND OPTICAL FIRMS IN THE
PRO ZONING DISTRICT; AND PROVIDING FOR REPEAL OF CONFLICTING
PROVISIONS, CODIFICATION, SEVERABILITY, AND EFFECTIVE DATE.
BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of County Commissioners of
Indian River County, Florida, that:
SECTION 1
Section 17. (c) (5) (a) is hereby amended as follows:
Section 17. PRO: Professional Office District.
(c) Permitted Uses.
(5) Commercial Use.
(a) General office and financial services.
Professional offices.
Insurance and real estate services.
Business services.
Medical - related offices (excluding
medical offices with 24 - hour treatment
facilities).
Optical firms.
SECTION 2
REPEAL OF CONFLICTING PROVISIONS
All previous ordinances, resolutions, or motions of the
Board of County Commissioners of Indian River County, Florida
which conflict with the provisions of this ordinance are hereby
repealed to the extent of such conflict. All Special Acts of the
legislature applying only to the unincorporated portion of Indian
River County and which conflict with the provisions of this
ordinance are hereby repealed to the extent of such conflict.
SECTION 3
CODIFICATION
The provisions of this ordinance shall be incorporated into
the County Code and the word "ordinance" may be changed to
"section", "article", or other appropriate word, and the sections
of this ordinance may be renumbered or relettered to accomplish
such intentions.
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SECTION 4
SEVERABILITY
If any section, part of a sentance, paragraph, phrase or
word of this ordinance is for any reason held to be
unconstitutional, inoperative or void, such holdings shall not
affect the remaining portions hereof and it shall be construed to
have been the legislative intent to pass this ordinance without
such unconstitutional, invalid or inoperative part.
SECTION 5
EFFECTIVE DATE
The provisions of this ordinance shall become effective upon
receipt from the Florida Secretary of State of official
acknowledgement that this ordinance has been filed with the
Department of State.
Approved and adopted by the Board of County Commissioners of
Indian River County, Florida, on this. day of
1988.
This ordinance was advertised in the Vero Beach
Press -Journal on the 10th day of October ,
1988, for a public
hearing to be held on the 1st day of November. 1988, at which
time it was moved for adoption by Commissioner Bird
seconded by Commissioner Eggert
vote:
, and adopted by the following
Chairman Don C. Scurlock, Jr. Nay
Vice Chairman Gary C. Wheeler Aye
Commissioner Richard N. Bird Aye
Commissioner Margaret C. Bowman Aye
Commissioner Carolyn K. Eggert Aye
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
OF INDIAN RIVER COUNTY
By c
Don . Scurlock, Jr. / C,iairman
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ROCKRIDGE AREA SEWER SYSTEM - RESOLUTIONS ON 3 CATEGORIES OF
PRELIMINARY ASSESSMENT ROLL
The hour of 9:05 o'clock A.M. having passed, the Deputy
Clerk read the following Notice with Proof of Publication
attached, to -wit:
VERO BEACH PRESS -JOURNAL
Pu(blichee' Daily
Vero Beach, Indian River County, Florida
COUNTY OF INDIAN RIVER: STATE OF FLORIDA
Before the undersigned authority personally appeared J. J. Schumann, Jr. who on oath
says that he is Business Manager of the Vero Beach Press -Journal. a daily newspaper published
at Vero Beach in Indian River County, Florida: that the attached copy of advertisement, being
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Vero Beach, in said Indian River County, Florida. and that the said newspaper has heretofore
been continuously published in said Indian River County, Florida, each daily and has been
entered as second class mail matter at the post office in Vero Beach. in said Indian River Coun-
ty, Florida, for a period of one year next preceding the first publication of the attached copy of
advertisement: and affiant t-urther says that he has neither paid nor promised any person, firm
or corporation any discount, rebate. commission or refund for the purpose of securing this
advertisement for publication in the said newspaper. e—+.y,
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Utilities Director Terry Pinto reviewed the following:
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DATE: OCTOBER 24, 1988
TO: WILLIAM G. COLLINS, II
ACTING COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
THRU: TERRANCE G. PINT �..%
DIRECTOR OF UTIL Y ERVICES
FROM: ERNESTINE W. WILLIAMS,Auf
MANAGER OF PROJECT ADMINISTRATION
SUBJECT: ROCKRIDGE AREA SANITARY SEWER SYSTEM
IRC PROJECT NO. US -87 -08 -CCS - EPA PROJECT NO.C-120502060
APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION III AND PRELIMINARY ASSESSMENT ROLL
BACKGROUND
The Rockridge Area Sanitary Sewer System is ready for approval of
the Preliminary Assessment Roll.
ANALYSIS
Resolutions establishing assessment criteria and setting up the
Public Hearing date were passed on October 11, 1988.
The Preliminary Assessment Roll consists of three categories. The
estimated gross assessed cost of each category is as follows:
1. Line extension
2. Grinder Pumps
3. Impact Fee
$ 527,500
282,800
505,000
Total Estimated Gross Assessed Cost: $1,315,300
This cost has been distributed among the property owners on the
basis of line extension, grinder pump, and impact fee as shown in
the attached Preliminary Assessment Roll.
RECOMMENDATION
The staff of the Department of Utility Services recommends that the
Board approve the Third Resolution establishing the Preliminary
Assessment Roll. -
Director Pinto informed the Board that the project is an
EPA/DER funded project at the rate of 55% for the preliminary
grant and then because of the type of system being built, there
is another 20% that becomes available at a future date. The
assessment itself is covering only a minor part of the project
because of the federal grants. The total cost, including the
impact fees, is in excess of 3 million, which comes out to
approximately $7,000 per unit.
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Chairman Scurlock noted the total amount of the grants.would
be around 1.6 million, and that combined with the grant we are
going to get later on the sludge facility totals 3.2 million
that the Utilities Department has been successful in pursuing and
he felt they should be commended as well as Camp, Dresser, McKee.
Director Pinto further noted that the grant is particularly
important on this project because without it, it would cost about
$7,000 per unit, and at that cost, he felt the project couldn't
be built. The total assessment we ended up with is about $3,200
per unit, and because of the type of financing that is going to
have to be put together on this project, our bond counsel has
recommended that we break the assessment down into three separate
resolutions - one covering the impact fees, one covering the
grinder pumps, and one covering the line extensions themselves.
Director Pinto continued to explain the project, which is a
low pressure sewer system with individual pumping devices to
service each home. These devices are the property of the
Utilities Department; we will be responsible for their operation,
not the home owner; and the electric cost to run these becomes
part of the entire operating budget of the utility. The people
on this system will pay the exact same rate as everyone in the
county. The government also feels the system as designed is the
most efficient and cost effective for this area. Contracts have
been awarded; the contractors have moved on site; and they are
surveying now for location of the lines, etc.
Chairman Scurlock asked if there will be some improvements
to the water system because of installation of the sewer system,
and Director Pinto confirmed that as we go along, the obvious
problems will be repaired. Eventually, we will replace all of
those small water lines.
The Chairman asked if anyone present wished to be heard.
Larry Close commented that he has not heard anyone speak to
the payment terms, and he also would like to have it on public
record that some people have debated whether these tiny little
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grinder pumps will be in the interests of the county in the long
run. He believed Mr. Pinto has been very open with the residents
and is to be commended, but he felt that in the future this could
be a gray area, and he would like to have something stated on the
record about what other—systems were looked at to reach the
conclusion that over the long term these pumps are the ideal as
compared to a gravity system.
Director Pinto explained that the county will bond this out
on a 10 year bond payment, and it will be financed over a ten
year period. After the project is done, we come in for the final
assessment which cannot exceed the $3,200, and at that point, the
residents have 90 days to choose the option of whether they want
to pay it over the 10 year payment plan or in cash. On this
project we probably will bill it out from the Utility Office on a
monthly basis to make it easier for the people living there. The
interest rate will be 1% over whatever the bonds are sold for.
Attorney Vitunac believed that probably will be something
less than 8%, and Financial Advisor Art Diamond later reported
that today the rate is between 7 and 7/%, but that, of course,
varies.
Mr. Close asked if the bonds will be sold in three different
chunks, and Director Pinto stated that they will be sold as one
package; our Bond Counsel just wanted to break this down into
three units to identify it better. In regard to the design of
the project and the use of a mechanical pump for each home, which
appears to be heavy in maintenance, he advised that he has had
personal experience with these in rather large facilities in
Florida with General Development Corp. and has also talked with
people at 11 other locations throughout the United States where
they have massive installations. One of the largest of these
where they are using the exact same pump is in Illinois. They
have had good experience with it and found the operational cost
to be reasonable. Mr. Pinto explained that when you do an
analysis over a long term period comparing the cost of their
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operation compared to the cost of the installation of gravity
sewers in that area, we come out far ahead. He further pointed
out that we had to do that type analysis to demonstrate the cost
effectiveness of this system in order to be able to get the sewer
system grant.
Mr. Close brought up the point that Rockridge has quite a
few "snowbirds." He believed the sewer rate tends to tie to the
water rate; he asked if the residents are going to pay a fixed
sewer fee or if it is going to be determined by usage based on
the water rate; and if so, what about the people who are away for
months at a time and there is no usage.
Director Pinto explained that there is a base facility
charge, a billing charge, and a charge directly related to use.
The base facility charge and billing charge are billed regard-
less of use; so, you would get a bill the same as your water bill
as far as the method is concerned. Then, if you don't use any
waste water, which is something like $2.86 per 1,000 gallons, you
don't get charged for that.
Carroll Watson, resident of 16th Place, informed the Board
that he was told at the meeting in Rockridge that this would cost
about $3,200 per unit, but he has received a letter which says
that since he elected not to participate in the federally funded
portion of this project, he is being assessed $1,250 to run the
line up to the house. Mr. Watson stated that is not correct; he
did send in a notarized letter saying that he would participate;
and he has a copy of it.
Director Pinto advised that if that is the case and Mr.
Watson wants to participate, we can add his name to the Roll
right now.
Mr. Watson gave his address as 676 16th Place, and Chairman
Scurlock directed that the record note that we will add Mr.
Carroll Watson of 676 16th Place, Vero Beach, Fla., to the
Assessment Roll.
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Attorney Vitunac asked if any others were present who have
not participated in this project because this would be a good
chance to add their names to the roll. No one responded.
Bill Nelson, 230 14th Street, expressed his confidence in
the design of the system -and wished to express his personal
thanks to Utility Director Pinto and Project Administration
Manager Ernestine Williams, with whom he worked closely over the
whole effort to get the grant.
Paul Amundsen, owner of a house at 1340 4th Court, wished to
know if he heard correctly that there is a deadline as to whether
someone chooses to pay in cash or in installments.
Chairman Scurlock advised that they have a 90 day period in
which to decide, and Mr. Amundsen asked if after that period your
choice is "set in concrete" or if there is some flexibility as to
whether you can pay it off.
Director Pinto explained that to become part of the
financing, you have to choose within 90 days after completion of
the project. Once you have started financing, it can be paid off
in advance, but there is a penalty.
The Chairman asked if anyone else wished to be heard. There
were none, and he thereupon declared the public hearing closed.
ON MOTION by Commissioner Eggert, SECONDED by Commis-
sioner Wheeler, the Board unanimously adopted the
following Resolutions for the Rockridge Sewer System:
#88-112 - Confirming the Special Assessments for
a Low Pressure Grinder Pump System
#88-113 - Confirming the Special Assessments for
Line Extensions
#88-114 - Confirming Special Assessments in Lieu
of Impact Fees
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RESOLUTION NO. 88- 112
A RESOLUTION OF INDIAN RIVER COUNTY CONFIRMING THE
SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS FOR:
A LOW PRESSURE GRINDER PUMP SYSTEM FOR THE
ROCKRIDGE AREA SANITARY SEWER SYSTEM
E.P.A. C-120502060
DESIGNATED AS PROJECT US -87 -08 -CCS
AND PROVIDING FOR AN IMPROVEMENT LIEN TO BE MADE
OF RECORD.
WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners of Indian
River County, by Resolution No. 88-100, adopted October 11,
1988, determined to make special assessments in connection
with the low pressure grinder pump system to be installed in
approximately 404 properties designated on the assessment
plat with respect to the special assessments;
WHEREAS, said resolution described said improvements,
designated the location of the improvements to be
constructed, the part or portion of the expense thereof to
be paid by special assessments, the manner in which said
special assessments shall be made, and how said special.
assessments are to be paid;
WHEREAS, the resolution was published as required by
§11-44, Indian River County Code;
WHEREAS, an assessment roll in connection with the
special assessments has been prepared;
WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners of Indian
River County passed Resolution No. 88-101 on October 11,
1988, which set a time and place for a public hearing at
which the owners of the properties to be assessed and other
interested persons would have a chance to be heard
concerning the propriety and advisability of the
improvements and assessments, and for the Board to act as an
equalizing board as required by §11-47, Indian River County
Code;
WHEREAS, notice of the time and place of the public
meeting was published in the Press Journal Newspaper on
October 18, 1988, and October 25, 1988 (twice one week apart
and the last at least one week prior to the hearing) as
• required by §11-46, Indian RTvbr County Code;
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WHEREAS, the land owners of record were mailed notices
on October 20, 1988 (at least ten days in advance of
hearing) as required by §11-46, Indian River County Code;
and
WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners of Indian
River County on November 1, 1988, at 9:05 A.M. conducted the
public hearing with regard to the special assessments;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS OF INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA, as follows:
1. The special assessments shown on the assessment
roll are hereby confirmed and approved, and shall remain
legal, valid, and binding first liens against the properties
assessed until paid in full.
2. That the Clerk is hereby directed to record this
resolution along with the attached assessment roll which
describes the properties assessed and the amounts of the
special assessments on the public records, which shall
constitute prima facie evidence of the validity of the
special assessments.
The resolution was moved for adoption by Commissioner
Eggert , and the motion was seconded by Commissioner
Wheeler and, upon being put to a vote, the vote was as
follows:
Chairman Don C. Scurlock, Jr.
Vice -Chairman Gary C. Wheeler
Commissioner Richard N. Bird
Commissioner Margaret C. Bowman
Commissioner Carolyn K. Eggert
Aye
Aye
Aye
Aye
Aye
The Chairman thereupon declared the resolution duly
passed and adopted this 1st
Attest
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Attachment: ASSESSMENT ROLL
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39
day of November, 1988.
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA
By
c
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cur ock,
Chairman
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RESOLUTION NO. 88- 113
A RESOLUTION OF INDIAN RIVER COUNTY CONFIRMING THE
SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS FOR:
LINE EXTENSIONS FOR THE
ROCKRIDGE AREA SANITARY SEWER SYSTEM
E.P.A. C-120502060
DESIGNATED AS PROJECT US -87 -08 -CCS
AND PROVIDING FOR AN IMPROVEMENT LIEN TO BE MADE
OF RECORD.
WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners of Indian
River County, by Resolution No. 88-102, adopted October 11,
1988, determined to make special assessments in connection
with line extensions to be installed in approximately 422
properties designated on the assessment plat with respect to
the special assessments;
WHEREAS, said resolution described said improvements,
designated the location of the improvements to be
constructed, the part or portion of the expense thereof to
be paid by special assessments, the manner in which said
special assessments shall be made, and how said special
assessments are to be paid;
WHEREAS, the resolution was published as required by
§11-44, Indian River County Code;
WHEREAS, an assessment roll in connection with the
special assessments has been prepared; and
WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners of Indian
River County passed Resolution No. 88-103 on October 11,
1988, which set a time and place for a public hearing at
which the owners of the properties to be assessed and other
interested persons would have a chance to be heard
concerning the propriety and advisability of the
improvements and assessments, and for the Board to act as an
equalizing board as required by §11-47, Indian River County
Code;
WHEREAS, notice of the time and place of the public
meeting was published in the Press Journal Newspaper on
October 18, 1988, and October 25, 1988 (twice one week apart
and the last at least one week prior to the hearing) as
required by §11-46, Indian River County Code;
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WHEREAS, the land owners of record were mailed notices
on October 20, 1988 (at least ten days in advance of
hearing) as required by §11-46, Indian River County Code;
and
WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners of Indian
River County on November 1, 1988, at 9:05 A.M. conducted the
public hearing with regard to the special assessments;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS OF INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA, as follows:
1. The special assessments shown on the assessment
roll are hereby confirmed and approved, and shall remain
legal, valid, and binding first liens against the properties
assessed until paid in full.
2. That the Clerk is hereby directed to record this
resolution along with the attached assessment roll which
describes the properties assessed and the amounts of the
special assessments on the public records, which shall
constitute prima facie evidence of the validity of the
special assessments.
The resolution was moved for adoption by Commissioner
Eggert , and the motion was seconded by Commissioner
Wheeler and, upon being put to a vote, the vote was as
follows:
Chairman Don C. Scurlock, Jr. Aye
Vice -Chairman Gary C. Wheeler Aye
Commissioner Richard N. Bird Aye
Commissioner Margaret C. Bowman Aye
Commissioner Carolyn K. Eggert Aye
The Chairman thereupon declared the resolution duly
passed and adopted this 1st day of November, 1988.
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLO'IDA
By
Attest
Attachment: ASSESSMENT ROLL
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Chairman
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RESOLUTION NO. 88- 114
A RESOLUTION OF INDIAN RIVER COUNTY CONFIRMING THE
SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS IN LIEU OF IMPACT FEES FOR:
THE ROCKRIDGE AREA SANITARY SEWER SYSTEM
E.P.A. C-120502060
DESIGNATED AS PROJECT US -87 -08 -CCS
AND PROVIDING FOR AN IMPROVEMENT LIEN TO BE MADE
OF RECORD.
WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners of Indian
River County, by Resolution No. 88-104, adopted October 11,
1988, determined to make special assessments in lieu of
impact fees against approximately 404 properties designated
on the assessment plat with respect to the special
assessments;
WHEREAS, said resolution described the manner in which
said special assessments shall be made and how said special
assessments are to be paid;
WHEREAS, the resolution was published as required by
§11-44, Indian River County Code;
WHEREAS, an assessment roll in connection with the
special assessments has been prepared; and
WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners of Indian
River County passed Resolution No. 88-105 on October 11,
1988, which set a time and place for a public hearing at
which the owners of the properties to be assessed and other
interested persons would have a chance to be heard
concerning the propriety and advisability of the
assessments, and for the Board to act as an equalizing board
as required by §11-53, Indian River County Code;
WHEREAS, notice of the time and place of the public
meeting was published in the Press Journal Newspaper on
October 18, 1988, and October 25, 1988 (twice one week apart
and the last at least one week prior to the hearing) as
required by §11-46, Indian River County Code;
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WHEREAS, the land owners of record were mailed notices
on October 20, 1988 (at least ten days in advance, of
hearing) as required by §11-46, Indian River County Code;
and
WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners of Indian
River County on November 1, 1988, at 9:05 A.M. conducted the
public hearing with regard to the special assessments;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS OF INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA, as follows:
1. The special assessments shown on the assessment
roll are hereby confirmed and approved, and shall remain
legal, valid, and binding first liens against the properties
assessed until paid in full.
2. That the Clerk is hereby directed to record this
resolution along with the attached assessment roll which
describes the properties assessed and the amounts of the
special assessments on the public records, which shall
constitute prima facie evidence of the validity of the
special assessments.
The resolution was moved for adoption by Commissioner
Eggert
, and the motion was seconded by Commissioner
Wheeler and, upon being put to a vote, the vote was as
follows:
Chairman Don C. Scurlock, Jr. Aye
Vice -Chairman Gary C. Wheeler Aye
Commissioner Richard N. Bird Aye
Commissioner Margaret C. Bowman Aye
Commissioner Carolyn K. Eggert Aye
The Chairman thereupon declared the resolution duly
passed and adopted this 1st
Attest
reda ri
day of November, 1988.
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORID
By
Do'h'C. ScGrlock,
Chairman
ATTACHED PRELIMINARY ASSESSMENT ROLLS ARE ON FILE IN THE OFFICE
OF CLERK TO THE BOARD.
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INSURANCE COVERAGE FOR FISCAL YEAR 88/89
Acting County Administrator Collins reviewed the following:
TO: Board of County Commissioners DATE: October 26, 1988
FILE:
SUBJECT: INSURANCE COVERAGE FOR
FISCAL YEAR 88/89
FROM: William G. Collins II REFERENCES:
Acting County Administrator
On October 14th presentations were made by representatives from three
insurance companies to the County's Risk Manager, Director of Office of
Management & Budget, County Attorney, and myself. I requested each of
those present to arrive at an independent recommendation for the County
insurance program in the upcoming year. In the attached memos, Risk
Manager Susan Tillman recommends going with •the firm of Arthur J. Gallagher
& Company, under a limited self insurance program. Budget Director Baird
and County Attorney Vitunac recommend staying fully insured with the
Florida League of Cities in most instances.
ANALYSIS
If the County is to go self insured with Gallagher & Company, it will require
the payment of a $638,000 premium. The County must further self insure to
the amount of $100,000/$200,000 per loss until such time as the County has
paid $600,000 in claims. At that point Gallagher & Company would pay any
claims in excess of those amounts up to $1,000,000. The advantage to such
an approach is that we could earn roughly $24,000 in annual interest •on the
premium savings. That is, until claims were paid, money would be in County
accounts earning interest However, discussions at the presentations by the
Insurance Company indicated that the vast majority of our claims are small in
nature. Thus we would probably be paying all claims ourselves and not
having the benefit of insurance coverage which didn't kick in until after a
Targe deductible was paid. To me this looks like we are paying $638,000 in
premiums for the advice that we should set up a separate fund which may not
be claimed against, and once that fund grows over the course of several
years we will have sufficient funds to be self insured and avoid future
premiums altogether. I am of the opinion that we shouldn't go halfway like
this. If we are going to be self insured we should save that $638,000 in
premium now. However, I do not believe the County is ready to go self
insured because it does not have a risk limitation program in place currently.
Based on the presentations made by the insurance companies, I was of the
opinion that the County would be best served by obtaining from the Schlitt
Company the following coverages: property, flood and earthquake, fidelity
bond, boiler and machinery and valuable papers; from the Florida League of
Cities public officers liability, general liability, errors and omissions, and
risk management services, workers' compensation, and equipment/marine
coverage. I would recommend that the coverages being obtained from the
Florida League of Cities be first dollar coverage to the amount of $1,000,000.
CONCLUSION
I concur in the recommendations of OMB Director Baird and County Attorney
Vitunac that we should stay insured for the coming year and adopt the
recommendations set out on Page 2 of Mr. Baird's memo of October 25th.
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BOOK 75 PSGE 44
TO: Bill Collins
Acting County
Administrator
FROM:
DATE: October 26, 1988 FILE:
SUBJECT:
SELECTION OF INSURANCE
COVERAGES FOR FISCAL
88-89
Susan M. TillQ REFERENCES:
Risk Manager
BACKGROUND
On September 27, 1988 at The Commission Meeting, the Risk Manager
presented renewal rates for present insurance coverages.
At this meeting the Risk Manager also recommended that the County
Commission not renew former negotiated coverages and in lieu of
same consider the Gallagher Bassett Package Program.
The Board asked all insurance representatives at the meeting
which included Louis Schlitt, Hamilton Arden, Brad Clark, Florida
League of Cities and Glen Toby, Gallagher Bassett questions
relating to each offered coverage. It was then decided to take
the matter of insurance under advisement for thirty days for
review by staff.
During the thirty day period a meeting was called by the Risk
Manager so that Joe Baird, Charles Vitunac and Bill Collins could
meet with each insurance company who put forth a package plan and
ask questions.
The Board of County Commissioners was also given copies of all
package proposals for their review.
ANALYSIS
The average dollars paid for Property and General Liability
claims (including Auto and Public Officials Liability) for the
past four years was $20,983 or a total of $83,933.
During the past four years the premiums paid on the above cove-
rage approximated in excess of two million dollars. This is
$1,900,000 more than claims paid. The question becomes why are
such premiums paid.when the claims experience is so low. The
$2,000,000 paid during that time could have accumulated
interest for the County so that with current premium money
budgeted the insurance fund could be at almost four million dollars
in fiscal 89-90.
Average dollars paid for Worker's Compensation over the past four
years was $113,090. Total dollars paid during that time was
$452,361. Approximately $2,000,000 in premiums was also paid on
this type coverage over the past four years or $1,500,000 more
than we paid in claims. The interest accumulated on this money
plus the addition of this year's budgeted premium could have
accumulated to develop a fund of approximately $3,000,000 by now.
The above analysis shows that the County could have accumulated
approximately seven million dollars in an insurance fund on this
date had claims been paid in house rather than through the
purchase of exorbitant insurance premiums.
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This is the rationale behind embarking on a self insured program.
When a claimant files a claim he or she must give the County six
months notice per Florida statute 768.28. During that time the
County conducts its investigation. A lawsuit cannot be filed by
claimant until the end of the six month period unless the claim
has been denied pzior thereto. With discovery another six months
to a year is usua]ily invloved. This would mean that a claim of
any proportion would not even be paid until at least a year to
two years if an appeal is taken.
All that time the county could be accumulating interest on its
own money held in its loss fund instead of paying out same in
premiums.
Below is a synopsis of the packages presented thus far and a
reiteration at the end of renewal costs for insurance in place.
FLORIDA LEAGUE OF CITIES
General Liability - Includes Property and
Auto Physical damage
County N. Fire District S. Fire District
No deductible $380,092 Included Included
1 million coverage
includes Attorney
fees and Claims
Managment.
100,000 deductible $238,398 Included Included
Attorney fees and
Claims Management
not included.
No deductible $421,256 Included Included
1,500,000
Coverage includes
Attorney fees and
Claims Management.
No deductible $446,588 Included Included
2,000,000
Includes Attorney
fees and Claims
Management.
Deductible $279,562 Included Included
100,000
Does not include
Attorney fees or
Claims Management.
1,500,000 coverage.
Deductible
100,000 Same as
above but 2,000,000
coverage.
No deductible
Claims handling
and Attorney
fees included.
10V 1 �d8
$304,894 Included Included
WORKER'S COMPENSATION
County N. Fire District S. Fire District
$526,218 Included Included
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First dollar coverage (No Deductible) with one million limits of
liability on General Liability and Worker's Compensation is
$906,310. This figure will have the possibility of being as much
as $200,000 higher when audits are conducted based on current
State Worker's Compensation rates, actual experience modification
promulgated by the State and final audited payroll. This could
possibly total $1,106,310.
One hundred thousand dollar deductible on the General Liability
with one million limit on the General Liability and first dollar
coverage on the Worker's Compensation would cost approximately
$821,533. With possible audit bills of $200,000 the total cost
would be approximately $1,021,533.
With the above $100,000 deductible plan the County would have to
handle claims in house as well as the legal part of claims in
house in addition to the payment of premium. If done with
present staff there would be little extra cost. If hiring
outside service it might total approximately $100,000.
SCHLITT SERVICES PACKAGE PLAN
County N. Fire District S. Fire District
Deductible $191,040 Included Included
100,000 Claims
service included.
Attorney service
not included.
1,500,000 limit
per claim.
Property
5,000 Deductible $58,102 Included Included
Worker's Comp. $76,103 Included Included
175,000 Deductible
Each loss includes
claim service. Not
Attorney fees under
$175,000. one million
deductible.
Risk Management $45,000 Included Included
service for above
claims handling and
Safety counseling
for Gen. Liability
and Worker's
Comp.
Fidelity Bond $3,465
The above program is proposed with the concept that all claims
service is included. Attorney's fees are considered part of the
claim. Attorney's fees will be considered part of the
deductible.
Please note that if there are different type losses on the same
occurrence date, the different deductibles apply. For example if
there is property loss, Worker's Compensation and General
Liability loss due to one incident, a $5,000 deductible for
property, $175,000 for Worker's Compensation and $100,000 for
General Liability will apply or $280,000. The most that will be
paid per occurrence for a Worker's Compensation loss is one
million dollars.
Total for the above is $370,245. This would leave approximately
$826,209 after statutory bonds are paid in a County bank account/
loss fund for payment of claims under the deductible amounts.
This money would accumulate interest and not be paid until a
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General Liability (Includes Property, Public
Officials and Auto) and Worker's Compensation
County N. Fire District S. Fire District
100,000 . $638,000 Included
Deductible does
not include claims
service or Attorney
fees which are con-
sidered part of
claim. One million
limit.
Included
The above program operates so that the County keeps the remaining
money budgeted for insurance or approximately $600,000 in an
insurance claims fund accumulating interest. When claims are
paid a bill is sent to Finance. The Risk Manager can approve or
disapprove claims to be paid over $2500.
The most the County could pay in one year is the $600,000 that
was budgeted for insurance, Plus $638,000 premium totalling
$1,238,000.Ueductib14.above experienced loses. When the $600,000
is used, aggregate coverage kicks in to cover claims on a dollar
one basis up to onemillion for five more claims. The County
would have to have over eleven different occurrence losses
(different times) over $100,000 in order to pay anything toward a
claim.
The past four years experience has not indicated that this is
likely and is the basis upon which insurance companies rate
exposure and figure premiums.
The average paid over the past four years for all types of
coverage is $135,000. The possibility of eleven catastrophic
losses ever occuring in one year is minimal as all insurance
agents who have submitted package plans are aware.
The same scenario could occur with any of the other plans
submitted. With Florida League of Cities, a claims bill which
might exceed one million would be paid by the County. In other
words if a claims bill was returned for five million, the Florida
League would pay one million, leaving four million to be paid by
the County. Where a small child loses an eye or limb that
possibility is always present.
The Schlitt program would work similar except that the limits are
$1,500,000. Claims are not paid however based on a claims bill.
For example if a County driver hits and kills a small child and
the parents file a wrongful death action, the County may want to
settle this for $500,000. This would be possible under the
Schlitt program. The county would pay $100,000. Insurance would
pay $400,000.
Under. the Florida League program, the County could not settle a
claim and be compensated by the League. It would have to be a
judgement predicated by a claims bill or civil rights action.
If present coverages are renewed, the cost is as follows:
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Worker's Comp.
(Includes County,
North and South
Fire Districts)
No deductible
Fla. League of Cities Schutt Arden -Waddell
• Approx. 526,218
General Liability Approx. 380,092
(Includes Auto Liab- (County and
ility and Auto Phys- NCFD)
ical damage)
County, North and
South Fire Districts.
No deductible
Property - 58 million
in county property.
Boiler and machinery.
$51000 deductible
Accidental,
Death statutory
policies and North
and South Fire
Districts.
$906,310
84,687
(SCFD)
13,618
14,458
1,700
54,780
(County and
NCFD)
$114,463 $54,780
Total premiums for 88-89 - $1,075,553 plus approximately $184,000
in Florida League audits or $1,259,553.
RECOMMENDATION
Risk Manager recommends that the Board embark on a limited self
insurance program. The Gallagher plan appears to offer the most
coverage and least amount of risk for a start up program. Arthur
J. Gallagher Company has been in business since 1927. Other
counties presently participating in the program are Aluchua,
Brevard, Broward, Clay, Citrus, Collier, Escambia, Manatee,
Marion, Martin, Metro Dade, Monroe, Palm Beach, Seminole.
If a property, Worker's Compensation and General Liability loss
all occur atthe same time, the most the County will pay for any
one occurence is $100,000.
There is a $600,000 cap on losses which the County might pay
which the other package plans do not offer.
It would be approximately one to two years before a claim might
be paid which goes -to trial.
•
The Risk Manager has discretion on any claim settled over $2,500.
With present claims experience the County could accumulate over
$1,600,000 in its own fund plus interest in four years. A total
self insurance program could then be embarked upon without the
need to join a pool or use bonds.
ALTERNATIVES
1. Renew present coverages for $1,155,315.
2. Try the Florida League of Cities $100,000 deductible program
which pays claims in excess of $100,000 when a claims bill or
civil rights action is obtained. Settlements are not
possible. Cost is approximately $949,038 which includes property
coverage.
3. Try the Schlitt package. Pays claims for property in excess
of $5,000, Worker's Compensation in excess of $175,000 and
General Liability $100,000. Does not rely on claims bill or
civil rights action. Claims may be paid and settled without a
lawsuit if the County so desires and excess carriers approve.
Total cost is $370,245.
NOV 1 1988
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TO: William G. Collins, II
Acting County Administrator
DATE: October 25, 1988
SUBJECT: INSURANCE RECOMMENDATION
REVISION
FROM: Joseph A. Baird
OMB Director (L
SUMMARY
Due to complexity of the insurance proposals, the attached matrix is to
help organize the information that was presented. I believe the matrix
can be used for comparative purposes for the most part; however, it must
be understood that there are other factors (i.e. fine print in insurance
documents). I have made recommendations in some cases that do not
appear on the matrix because there were renewals of existing carriers
that did not bid self insurance and if I left them out it is my feeling
we would not be giving a fair analysis.
RECOMMENDATION
Liability Insurance, Automobile Liability, Worker's Compensation,
Equipment Floater. Automobile Collision
Remain with the Florida League of Cities under Option One. with
$1,000,000 limits. I cannot foresee self insuring at this time for the
following reasons:
1. In reviewing our history, the majority of our claims
have been claims for under $100,000 per occurrence.
Maybe two or three have exceeded the $100,000 amount
in the last five (5) years.
2. If we are considering going self insurance, do not go
part way. Make a full commitment and do it entirely
and save the big dollars. All the plans are
suggesting we set aside considerable amounts for
anticipated losses.
3. We will have an increased administrative headache with
very little savings (possibility of no savings).
4. We should implement and have in place good safety
programs before committing to self-insured.
a. Implement safety procedures
b. Hold safety meetings
c. Have safety training classes
d. Etc.
5. We will probably have to add staff to properly control
our insurance costs.
6. Take more time to evaluate other alternatives of self
insurance like issue bonds, pools, etc. which are
complex, but could have long term savings.
7. County has a lot of new staff in the area of personnel
and insurance and they are just getting acquainted to
their job and environment. This change over will take
away considerable time from other tasks.
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PROPERTY INSURANCE
I do not feel it is worth the exposure of self insuring Property and
Buildings when premiums are only $50,000 to $60,000 and one fire in the
Sheriff's Building or Administration Building could wipe out our
potential savings for years to come. (Consider a fire of only $80,000
would wipe out three (3) years of savings.)
I recommend we either stay with our current carrier, Arden Waddell at a
premium cost of $53,093 with $2,500 deductible (premium does not include
South County Fire Property) or Schlitt Insurance Inc., which bid $39,938
(including South County Fire Property) with a $10,000 deductible. Arden
Waddell needs to be given South County Fire's property information and
then we can determine which is the best alternative for the county..
BOILER AND MACHINERY
Remain with the Schlitt Agency at a cost of $14,558. There is -really
only two companies that write this insurance. Most insurance agents
will bid the same premiums.
FIDELITY BOND
Either Arden Waddell or Schlitt Agency - both are bidding $3,456 and
same deductible.
INSURANCE COSTS PER MY RECOMMENDATIONS
Agency
FL League of Cities
FL League of Cities
FL League of Cities
FL League of Cities
FL League of Cities
Schlitt or Waddell
Schlitt or Waddell
Arden Waddell
Schlitt Agency
Type of Insurance
Worker's Compensation
General Liability
Automobile Liability
Auto Physical Damage
Equipment (Inland Nay.).
Property Coveage
Fidelity Coverage
Money and Security
Boiler and Machinery
cc: Jack Price - Personnel
Susan Tillman - Risk Management
Attachment
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Amount
$526,218
$128,599
$122,784
$ 39,247
$ 25,491
$ 53,083
$ 3,465
$ 342
$ 14,558
$913,787
BQOK 75 PVJ 51
REV 1 S 1 0 N
SCHLITT INSURANCE
SERVICES, INC.
ARTHUR J. GALLAGHER & CO.
MIAMI, FL
FLORIDA LEAGUE OF CITIES
FIRST DOLLAR COVERAGE
OPTION ONE
51,000,000 51,500,000 52,000,000
FLORIDA LEAGUE OF CITIES
510,000 DEDUCTIBLE
OPTION TWO
51,000,000 51,500,000 52,000,000
FLORIDA LEAGUE OF CITIES
SELF INSURANCE (100,000/200,000)
OPTION THREE
51,000,000 51,500,000 52,000,000
FIDELITY BOND
Cost of Insurance
Deductible
Insurance Limit
3,465
10,000/each loss
500,000
NO BID
NO BID
NO BID
NO BID
NO BID
NO BID
NO BID
NO BID
NO BID 1 NO BID
EQUIPMENT
Cost of Insurance
Deductible
Insurance Limit
2,956
10,000/each loss
2,955,608
SEE INSUANCE TOTAL
100,000/200,000
25,491
•(1)
3,094,554
•
25,491
*(1)
3,094,554
25,491
•(1)
3,094,554
25,491
•(1)
3,094,554
25,491
•(1)
3,094,554
25,491
*(1)
3,094,554
NONE
NONE
NONE
WORKER'S COMPENSATION
Cost of Insurance
Deductible
Insurance Limit
76,103
175,000/each loss
1,000,000
SEE INSURANCE TOTAL
100,000/200,000
1,000,000
526,218
NONE
100,000/500,000
526,218
NONE
100,000/500,000
526,218
NONE
100,000/500,000
526,218
NONE
100,000/500,000
526,218
NONE
100,000/500,000
526,218
NONE
100,000/500,000
526,218
NONE
100,000/500,000
526,218
NONE
100,000/500,000
526,218
NONE
100,000/500,000
VALUABLE PAPERS
Cost of Insurance
Dtible
Ig urance Limit
650
S100/each loss
1,300,000
INCLUDED
PROPERTY
5,000 PER LOC.
INCLUDED
PROPERTY
5,000 PER LOC.
INCLUDED
PROPERTY
5,000 PER LOC.
INCLUDED
PROPERTY
5,000 PER LOC.
INCLUDED
PROPERTY
5,000 PER LOC.
INCLUDED
PROPERTY
5,000 PER LOC.
INCLUDED
PROPERTY
5,000 PER LOC.
INCLUDED
PROPERTY
5,000 PER LOC.
INCLUDED
PROPERTY
5,000 PER LOC.
LIABILITY
Cost of Insurance
Deductible
Insurance Limit
112,675
100,000/200,000
1,500,000
SEE INSURANCE
5100,000 per occurrence/
5600,000 per aggregate
1,000,000
128,599
0
1,000,000
149,428
0
1,500,000
162,246
0
2,000,000
103,015
10,000
1,000,000
1230)44 136,662
10,900 10,000
1,500,000 r 2,000,000
55,503
100,000/200,000
1,000,000
76,332 89,150
100,000/200,000100,000/200,000
1,500,000 2,000,000
AUTOMOBILE LIABILITY
Cost of Insurance
Deductible
Insurance Limit
78,365
100,000/200,000
5100,000 per occurrence/
5600,000 per aggregate
122,784
0
100,000\200,000
143,119
0
1,500,000
155,633
0
2,000,000
• 99,536
10,000
100,000/200,000
119,871 132,385
10,000 10,000
1,500,000 2,000,000
. 54,186
100,000/200,000
1,000,000
74,521 87,035
100,000/200,000100,000/200,000
1,500,000 2,000,000
AUTO. COLLISION, COMPREHENSIVE
Cost of Insurance
Deductible
Insurance Limit
78,365
100,000/200,000
•
29,247
1,000
•(1) Item with value of under 515,000 - S250; 515,000-550,000 - S500; Over 550,000 - S290
N/A
29,247
1,000
N/A
29,247
1,000
N/A
29,247
1,000
N/A
29,247 29,247
1,000 1,000
N/A N/A
NONE
NONE
NONE
NONE
NONE
NONE
NONE
NONE NONE
SCHLITT INSURANCE
SERVICES, INC.
ARTHUR J. GALLAGHER 8 CO.
MIAMI, FL
11,000,000 $2,000,000
FLORIDA LEAGUE OF CITIES
FIRST DOLLAR COVERAGE
OPTION ONE
$1,500,000 52,000,000
FLORIDA LEAGUE OF CITIES
$10,000 DEDUCTIBLE
OPTION TWO
$1,000,000 11,500,000
FLORIDA LEAGUE OF CITIES
SELF INSURANCE (100,000/200,000)
OPTION THREE
11,000,000 11,500,000 12,000,000
PROPERTY
Cost of Insurance
Deductible
39,938
5,000/each occurrence
Insurance Limit 58,000;000
Included in total cost
1100,000 per occurrence/
$600,000 per aggregate
59,413 59,413 59,413 59,413 59,413 59,413
25,000 25,000 25,000 25,000 25,000 25,000
49,922,445 ' 49,922,445 49,922,445 49,922,445 49,922,445 49,922,445
59,413
25,000
49,922,445
59,413 59,413
25,000 25,000
49,922,445 49,922,445
FLOOD AND EARTHQUAKES
Cost of Insurance Included in total cost
Deductible 5,000/each occurence loss
5,000/each occurence earthquake
Insurance Limit 50,000 each (F 8 E)
Included in total cost
2,500,000 Flood
1,000,000 Hew Location
2,500,000 Earthquake
BOILER AND MACHINERY
Cost of Insurance
Deductible
Insurance Limit
14,558
1,000 each loss
500,000
RISK MANAGEMENT FEE 45,000
14,558
1,000 each loss
500,000
14,558
1,000 each loss
500,000
•
14,558
1,000 each loss
500,000
• 14,558
1,000 each loss
500,000
14,558
1,000 each loss
500,000
14,558
1,000 each loss
500,000
14,558
1,000 each loss
500,000
14,558
1,000 each loss
500,000
14,558
1,000 each loss
500,000
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
45,000 Est.
45,000 Est. 45,000 Est.
TOTAL INSURANCE COST 373,710
638,173
906,310
947,474
958,248
857,478
898,642
923,974
754,878
796,042 821,374
EXPECTED LOSS/
CATASTROPHIC LOSS FUND 826,290
289,515
300,000
TOTAL ALL COST 1,200,000
927,688
906,310
947,474
958,248
857,478
898,642
923,974
1,054,878
300,000 1 300,000
1,096,042 1 1,121,374
1
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TO: William G. Collins, II, Acting County Administrator
FROM: Charles P. Vitunac, County Attorney
DATE: Octol5er 26, 1988
RE: INSURANCE RECOMMENDATIONS
On Friday, October 14, 1988, I attended an insurance
presentation at which you, Joe Baird, and I listened to
proposals from three different insurance companies, i.e.,
the Florida League of Cities, Gallagher -Bassett, and the
Schlitt Insurance Agency. You have asked for
recommendations from Joe Baird and me concerning our opinion
of the presentations.
My recommendation for liability insurance coverages would be
to remain with the Florida League of Cities.
I make this recommendation because the $638,000 pure premium
paid to the Gallagher Company plus the County's payment of
the first $100,000/$200,000 of each incident are such high
numbers that the County is not guaranteed a savings over the
policies which it already has. Without a strong possibility
of dollar savings, there are other reasons to remain with an
insurance company with which we are familiar. These are as
follows:
There have been considerable personnel changeovers in Indian
River County in the last six months including the creation
of the position of Risk Manager, and there has not been
sufficient time for the development and implementation of a
serious risk reduction program. Any full or partial
self-insurance program requires a strong component of risk
reduction to ensure cost savings. I believe that the 1989
budget year would be a more appropriate time to consider
self-insurance proposals. Waiting until October 1989 to
reconsider this matter would also allow the County time to
develop a plan for total self insurance --either alone or
with Vero Beach or with some other pooling arrangement. The
pool concept is expanding geometrically now throughout the
United States in public agencies and if our County can
establish a low.Ioss rate and join with similarly situated
public agencies the possibility of real cost reduction would
be available.
In conclusion without a convincing reason to switch
companies, I would recommend staying with the Florida League
of Cities for the liability policies and authorizing staff
to continue to investigate self-insurance concepts for the
next fiscal year.
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Acting Administrator Collins noted that the comparisons
shown by Mrs. Tillman show a savings if we go with the Gallagher
plan exclusively as opposed to going with Florida League of
Cities exclusively or Schlitt exclusively, but Mr. Baird's
recommendation uses a combination of proposals and comes up with
a total premium of $913,000, which would give us one million of
coverage with no deductible whatsoever. We would be paying
Gallagher $638,000 as a premium, which fs substantially less than
the premium for being fully insured, but whether or not we would
save any money would depend on the Toss we experience in the
coming year.
Mr. Collins continued to quote the various costs of the
Gallagher -Basset package, noting that to begin with you know that
you have spent the premium of $638,000; then Gallagher -Bassett
recommends that we set aside approximately $260,000 in a Toss
fund. That represents the average of our losses over the past
few years. If we add our Toss fund for our experienced claims to
our premium, we are up to $927,000. We can deduct about $24,000
for the interest we can earn on that fund until we pay it out,
but we would also have to pay out about $48,500 for claims
service and attorney's fees on each of these claims unless we
were going to absorb that cost as part of our deductible. As Mr.
Collins saw it, that would bring the total package for the
Gallagher -Bassett plan to $951,000 for being partially insured.
He noted that the great majority of our claims are in the $1,500
to $15,000 range, and it is very doubtful we would ever hit that
deductible except in the event of catastrophic loss. Until we
have a solid safety program, he could not recommend we pay more
for Tess coverage.
Mrs. Tillman advised that the $260,000 figure is incurred
losses (that is when you set aside reserves) and $135,000 is the
actual paid claims average for the last four years. She did not
understand the $48,000 Mr. Collins cited for claims service.
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Acting Administrator Collins explained that in the material
presented by Mrs. Tillman on the Gallagher -Bassett, it states
that "Deductible does not include claims service or Attorney fees
which are considered part of claim." He read this to mean that
we would have to pay that -unless we bought their claims service
package.
Mrs. Tillman believed that is included in their premium and
that it is considered part of a claim, and Glen Tobey, the
representative from Gallagher -Bassett, confirmed that it is in
the actual policy; it is included in the ultimate net loss; so
the $48,000 figure cited by Acting Administrator Collins should
not be added.
Mrs. Tillman then pointed out that with the Florida League
of Cities you have to add extra monies as there are no figures
included for audits during the year of both General Liability and
Worker's Compensation. She believed the audits for this last
year will amount to $92,000 each, and those figures should be
added into their total premium.
Byron Cotrell, representative from the Florida League of
Cities, advised that they expect to make a return on General
Liability because the tax will drop the premiums $100,000 from
last year to this year on the renewal, and the audit is expected
to come down also.
Acting Administrator Collins believed the audits referred to
by Mrs. Tillman are a state requirement, and he asked if it
wouldn't be the same for any carrier.
Mrs. Tillman stated that when you are dealing with a
self-insured type program, you do not have to comply with those
rules. The Florida League of Cities does have to comply with
them, and therefore, we do have to adjust their figures based on
state rates. They have to audit our expenditures throughout the
year and see what has changed and then possibly increase our
premium or possibly decrease it, but she has never seen a
decrease.
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Commissioner Bird believed the Board could spend the rest of
the day listening to the various arguments and then be even more
confused. He noted that Mrs. Tillman is our Risk Manager; we
hired her because of her expertise in this area; and he would
like her to have a few minutes to go over her recommendation.
Chairman Scurlock also found it confusing that the Risk
Manager makes a recommendation and staff is in opposition to that
recommendation, and the specific details still seem to be
floating about. He agreed we should hear what Mrs. Tillman has
to say.
Mrs. Tillman informed the Board that her recommendation is
based on her experience. She has been working in the insurance
and legal fields for the last 16 years, and she set up a self-
insurance program for the City of Hallandale from its infancy.
She then reviewed how she did this, first setting it up with the
Florida League of Cities, and it ended up making over three
million dollars in five years. After the first three years, they
did away with the Florida League of Cities for General Liability
and went totally self-insured because they felt they had so much
money in their own reserve fund that they did not need access
coverage any more. That program was very successful and it is
still in effect and still making money. Mrs. Tillman stressed
that her expertise is in this area and that is probably why she
sees this differently from those here who are not totally
familiar with self-insurance and what is involved. She stressed
that she feels the Gallagher -Basset program offers the least
amount of risk and would afford the county the opportunity to see
what self-insurance is about without taking the risk.
Chairman Scurlock noted that we have the two numbers at this
point if we go with the combination, and he asked what the number
would be if we go with Gallagher -Bassett.
Mrs. Tillman stated she would take the $638,000 and add the
average losses you would expect to pay, or $135,000, and the
Chairman noted that she is then talking potentially a couple
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hundred thousand dollars less for going with the Gallagher
program. He believed the risk window for the Gallagher Plan is
between the $135,000 we think we are going to spend and the
$600,000.
Mrs. Tillman did not see what the county has to lose by that
program. She stressed that if you have a good year, you will
have dollars left in your reserve totaling $300-400,000 plus
interest since the typical claims are not paid in the year they
occur, and it takes 2 or 3 years to pay a claim.
Discussion continued about how much should be put in a
reserve. Mrs. Tillman assumed you would take the balance of
whatever was budgeted for insurance and put it into a bank
account and let it accumulate interest and call it the insurance
fund. She believed Gallagher suggested putting $230,000 or more
in a loss fund, but stated that she personally would put in all
the $600,000 or whatever is left.
Commissioner Bird noted that, in other words, we budgeted
about 1.2 million; so, we would put $600,000 in their premium and
$600,000 in reserve and let it draw interest.
Mr. Cotrell of the Florida League of Cities informed the
Board that in the 86/87 year, they gave a $58,000 return on
premium, and on the 87/88 year, which is coming to audit now,
they expect a return based on the drop in premium for the 88/89
year. In addition to that, on the Workers Compensation for
85/86, the county received just under $53,000 in administrative
savings which was investment income passed back to the members,
and for 86/87 they received just under $43,000 in administrative
savings returns.
Question arose in regard to the net difference between the
rebate and the cost of audit, and detailed discussion regarding
audit and rebates continued at length and in detail.
Mr. Cotrell of Florida League explained that the only time
an audit comes into play is in change of exposure. It does not
change the rates themselves; they remain the same - what they go
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in with is what they come out with. If the payroll goes up, you
pay more on Worker's Comp; if it goes down, you get a reduction,
and it is the same on General Liability. It is based purely on
exposure.
Mr. Tobey of Gallagher -Bassett emphasized that audits and
rebates are totally different and claimed that Mr. Cotrell's
statement that rates don't change is totally incorrect. Worker's
Comp is state regulated; the Department -of Worker's Comp has an
18% increase which the county will be paying on in the next 4-5
months; and he believed that based on premiums and modification
factors, we would be looking at a $94,000 audit. He continued
to discuss anticipated raises in state rates over the next few
years and stressed that under a self-insurance program, his
company is not subject to state rates.
Mr. Cotrell pointed out that their fund is self-insured, and
they do not have to adopt the Workmen's Comp rates; they can
elect to keep the existing rates. He advised that if your policy
is in force, you do not pay on rates that may have changed while
the policy is in force, and at renewal, the League may or may not
adopt the new rates.
Chairman Scurlock believed Mrs. Tillman is saying there is a
$200,000 savings if we go with her approach. He asked if you can
simply say that for partial self-insurance you have a potential
to save $200,000. He realized there is a risk associated with
that.
Acting Administrator Collins stated that you might save 1/4
million if you experience no losses. If you experience average
losses, it will cost about the same; and if we have catastrophic
losses where we have to assume the whole deductible, then it will
cost about $300,000 more.
Board members continued to compare figures, and argument
continued between representatives of the FLorida League of Cities
and Gallagher -Bassett re an audit.
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Commissioner Eggert inquired what Mrs. Tillman's experience
is with the Gallagher plan, and Mrs. Tillman advised it was only
from knowing other counties and cities which have that plan.
Chairman Scurlock commented that we hired a Risk Manager who
is supposed to be an expert, and we have everyone trying to
second guess her.
OMB Baird believed staff is saying that it is so close, it
could go either way.
Chairman Scurlock stated that he personally will go along
with the Risk Manager. We hired a professional, and he felt she
deserves a chance. He noted that it is her head that is on the
line.
MOTION WAS MADE BY Commissioner Bowman, SECONDED by
Commissioner Bird, to adopt the Risk Manager's recom-
mendation to embark on a limited self-insurance program
with the Gallagher Plan.
OMB Director Baird wished to clarify. He went over the
figures presented by Gallagher and the League, and stated that
actually what it boils down to is whether you think a saving of
about $40,000 due to interest earnings is worth the exposure or
not.
Chairman Scurlock believed there is a principle in economics
that says if you assume more risk, there should be more profit,
and that is the decision we are trying to make - whether to
assume more potential risk for a savings.
Mrs. Tillman felt another condition is to look at safety
from a whole new point of view. She noted that you work harder
when you are self-insured because you realize the savings that
can be made, and she needs to go out and stop jobs to make people
perform more safely.
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Commissioner Eggert asked if Mrs. Tillman has had safety
meetings, and Mrs. Tillman advised that she has and she has been
to the job sites.
Commissioner Wheeler expressed his feeling that we would be
increasing our exposure—$250,000 for a $40,000 savings.
The Board continued to debate figures on exposure, risks,
audits, average net losses over the past years, etc.
Louis Schlitt came before the Board to speak in favor of the
Schlitt Services Package Plan and in favor of staff's recommenda-
tion. He presented his figures in detail comparing the proposals
presented and emphasized that you can't just count losses, you
must also count reserves. He felt the Board has not given
everyone a chance and suggested that the County renew its
policies and go back and review. He believed Mrs. Tillman is
very knowledgeable but needs more time to get organized, and
suggested the Board give her a year to be on the job before going
along with her self-insurance proposal.
OMB Baird expressed staff's feeling that Mrs. Tillman is
right that we should go totally self-insured in the future, but
did not favor the idea of being partially self-insured at this
time.
Commissioner Eggert stated that she is very much for going
totally self-insured. She is kind of an all or nothing person,
and is not totally content with what has been presented by the
Risk Manager. She would initially prefer to go with the
recommendation from the Acting Administrator, the OMB Director,
and the County Attorney.
Commissioner Bowman believed the reason Mrs. Tillman
suggested going with Gallagher -Bassett this year is that she sees
it as the least risk.
Commissioner Bird commented that even in the short time Mrs.
Tillman has been here, he feels some confidence in her and her
background. Also, it seems several of the major counties in
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Florida are going with the Gallagher -Bassett proposal, and he
believed these other counties have done their homework.
Commissioner Wheeler noted that he has gone 180° on this
matter. When this first came up, he was looking at the bottom
line figure. The first number was 1.2 million versus $913,000;
then $638,000 plus $135,000 looking at saving $400,000 , and now
he is looking at saving $20-40,000 with a considerable amount of
risk and he is not sure reserves haven't -been added in to our
losses.
Mrs. Tillman stressed that we keep our reserves and make
interest on them until we spend them, and she was looking at a
possible savings of $400,000, not $40,000.
THE CHAIRMAN CALLED FOR THE QUESTION ON THE
Motion to go along with the Risk Manager's
recommendation.
It was voted on and carried 4 to 1 with
Commissioner Eggert voting in opposition.
(AGREEMENT BETWEEN GALLAGHER BASSETT SERV.,INC., AND I.R.COUNTY
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF CLERK TO BOARD)
LAND AVAILABLE FROM DNR
Acting Administrator Collins reviewed the following memo,
noting that he did not know the price; this is more or less a
right of first refusal:
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TO: Board of County Commissioners DATE: October 26, 1988 FILE:
SUBJECT: LAND AVAILABLE FROM DNR
William G. Collins II
FROM: Acting County Administrator REFERENCES:
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We have been notified by the State Department of Natural Resources that it
intends to dispose of two parcels of land located on 90th Ave. approximately
one mile north of 8th Street. The State has notified us that before they sell
it we may purchase this land for public purposes at a price no higher than it
is offered for sale. The Public Works Department has indicated that the
parcel could _ be used as a West County park, or as a Road and Bridge
Division western field office.
Pursuant to Florida Statute 253.111 the County must determine by Resolution
whether or not it proposes to devote such land to public parks or other
public purposes. If the Board determines that it wishes to devote this land
to a public purpose it has an additional 50 days to specify the purpose and to
prepare a tentative plan of development for the land which includes a date of
commencement not later than two years after the date of the Resolution and
conclusion of development not later than four years after the date of the
Resolution.
Attached is a Resolution to notify the State Department of Natural Resources
of our interest in the event the Board decides to pursue the acquisition of
this parcel of land.
NOV 11888
ON MOTION by Commissioner Bowman, SECONDED by Com-
missioner Eggert, the Board unanimously approved
Resolution 88-115 notifying the DNR of our interest.
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RESOLUTION #88-115
A RESOLUTION OF INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA,
TO THE STATE OF FLORIDA, DEPARTMENT OF
NATURAL RESOURCES PURSUANT TO FLORIDA
STATUTE 253.111 (2)
WHEREAS, the State Department of Natural Resources has notified Indian
River County that it intends to dispose of two parcels of land located on 90th
Avenue, approximately one mile north of 8th Street, on the east side of 90th
Avenue, and
WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners of Indian River County have
determined that the County could benefit from the acquisition of the 90th
Avenue parcel to be used as either a west County park or as a Road and
Bridge Division western field office,
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS OF. INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA, that:
Indian River County proposes to devote such land to either public
parks, or other public purposes and hereby notifies the State Department of
Natural Resources of the County's interest in acquisition of this parcel.
The resolution was moved for adoption by Commissioner
Bowman
and the motion was seconded by Commissioner Eggert and, upon
being put to a vote, the vote was as follows:
Chairman Don C. Scurlock, Jr. Aye
Vice -Chairman Gary C. Wheeler Aye
Commissioner Richard N. Bird Aye
Commissioner Margaret C. Bowman Aye
Commissioner Carolyn K. Eggert Aye
The Chairman thereupon declared the resolution duly passed and adopted
November , 1988.
this 1st day of
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FL.RIDA
By
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Don C. ScUrock,
Chairman
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RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING IMPOSITION OF A COUNTYWIDE E911 FEE
The Board reviewed the following memo:
TO: William Collins
Acting County Administrator
DATE: October 26, 1988 FILE:
SUBJECT: Approval of Resolution Re-
authorizing Imposition a
Countywide E911 Fee for Re-
curring and Non -Recurring
Charges of E911 System
FROM: Doug Wright, birector REFERENCES: Chapter 365.171, Florida
Emergency Management Services Statutes and Indian River
County Resolution 87-153
It is requested that the information contained herein be given formal
consideration by the Board of County Commissioners during the next
regular scheduled meeting.
DESCRIPTION AND CONDITIONS
The Indian River County Board of County Commissioners approved im-
position of a $.50 fee per line per month up to a maximum of twenty-
five (25) exchange lines to fund the non-recurring charges related
to the E911 system on December 22, 1988. The period authorized by
Resolution number 87-153 was eighteen (18) months. The eighteen
consecutive month period expires in June, 1989.
During the Legislative Session of 1987, the Legislature enacted
House Bill 522 which amended Section 365.171, Florida Statutes, en-
titled "The Florida Emergency Telephone Act", to permit the imposi-
tion of a E911 fee on all residential and business telephone lines
to pay for recurring and non-recurring charges assessed to the County
wide E911 emergency telephone system..
The fee may not exceed $.50 per line per month up to a maximum of
twenty-five (25) access lines per account. The recurring portion
of the $.50 cap will be in effect for a period of twelve (12) months
at which time it will be reviewed by the Florida Division of Communi-
cations and the Indian River County Board of County Commissioners.
Southern Bell Telephone Company is authorized to collect an admin-
istrative fee equal to one (1%) percent of the total fee collected.
ALTERNATIVES AND ANALYSIS
Anticipated revenue generated by the E911 surcharge totals $285,000.
The computation for the recurring fee portion reflects a total of
$220,785 will be needed for operation of the two primary PSAP's
(Public Safety Answering Point) or $.40 of the $.50 cap.
The non-recurring computation for the two PSAP's reflects a need
to purchase additional capital equipment in the amount of $74,136
for Central Communications. The Vero Beach PSAP plans to be moving
into a new building during the month of May, 1989, and has requested
a total of $90,924 in capital equipment. It should be noted that
$56,924 of the $90,924 is a one time charge by Southern Bell. It
should be noted that of the 50,000 lines in Indian River County,
approximately 13,000 is within the City limits of Vero Beach gener-
ating approximately $65,000 in revenue.
Based on the requested capital equipment for the two PSAP's, a total
of $170,455 is identified for non-recurring expenses. Only $.10
of the cap is available for capital equipment purchases from this
surcharge. The above computations reflect a potential deficit of
approximately $106,240 if all requested capital equipment is funded.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends approval of the Resolution imposing the recurring
and non-recurring E911 system fees with $.40 for recurring charges
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and $.10 for non-recurring charges. Staff also requests direction
from the Board of County Commissioners as to capital equipment purchases
in view of the anticipated deficit.
It is felt that some of the equipment costs can be reduced if staff
is given the latitude to make appropriate adjustments in cooperation
with Chief James Gabbard and utilize some existing equipment in the
Vero Beach PSAP.
The surcharge is a small fee to pay for the level of service provided
to the populace assuring a timely response in an emergency there -
protecting life and property on a twenty-four hour basis year round.
ON MOTION by Commissioner Eggert, SECONDED by Com-
missioner Bowman, the Board unanimously adopted
Resolution 88-116 providing for the establishment
of a Countywide "911" Telephone Fee.
RESOLUTION - 88-116
A RESOLUTION OF THE INDIAN RIVER COUNTY BOARD OF
COUNTY COMMISSIONERS PROVIDING FOR THE ESTABLISHMENT
OF A COUNTYWIDE "911" TELEPHONE FEE TO PAY FOR RE-
CURRING AND NONRECURRING CHARGES; PROVIDING FOR SEVERA-
BILITY; PROVIDING FOR INCLUSION IN THE INDIAN RIVER
COUNTY ADMINISTRATIVE CODE; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE
DATE.
WHEREAS, the Legislature enacted House Bill 522 which
amended Section 365.711, Florida Statutes, entitled "The
Florida Emergency Telephone Act" to permit the imposition
of a "911" fee on all residential and business telephone
lines; and
WHEREAS, this fee may be used top pay for all recurring
and nonrecurring charges assessed to the county wide "911"
emergency telephone system; and
WHEREAS, this fee may not exceed $.50 per line, per
month; and
WHEREAS, the "911" fee will generate revenue which will
pay the cost of providing such service throughout the County
including the various municipalities; NOW, THEREFORE,
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
OF INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA:
Section 1, That the Board of County Commissioners
hereby establishes a fee of $.50 per month, per access line
up to a maximum of 25 access lines per account with $.40 of
the $.50 cap to be utilized for recurring charges and $.10
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for nonrecurring charges. This fee shall be in effect for 12
months from the effective date of this Resolution at which time
it shall be reviewed by the Board prior to the beginning of
Fiscal year 1989-90.
Section 2. That in accordance with the provisions of
Section 365.711, Florida Statutes, Southern Bell Telephone
Company shall collect such fees less an administrative fee
of an amount equal to 1 percent of the total "911" fee collect-
ed by Southern Bell.
Section 3. That in accordance with the provisions of
Section 365.171, Florida Statutes, Souther Bell shall provide
to the County a list of the names, addresses, and telephone
numbers of anyand all subscribers who have identified to
Southern Bell their refusal to pay the "911 fee.
Section 4. That pursuant to the authority set forth
within Section 365.171, Florida Statutes, Indian River County
hereby indemnifies and holds harmless Southern Bell Telephone
Company against liability for damages resulting from or in
connection with "911" service or identification of telephone
numbers, addresses, or names associated with any person accessing
"911" service, except if Southern Bell acts with malicious purpose
or in a manner exhibiting wanton and willful disregard of human
rights, safety or property in providing such services.
Section 5. That the Board hereby authorizes that a letter
be sent to Southern Bell notifying them of the imposition of the
fee, that the fees shall be collected by Southern Bell less an
administrative fee, that Southern Bell shall provide the County
with the above -referenced list and request written acknowledge-
ment from Southern Bell regarding the imposed fees and other
matters set forth within the 1;etter.
Section 6. SEVERABILITY
If any section, sentence, clause.or phrase of this
Resolution is held to be invalid or unconstitutional by any
court of competent jurisdiction, then said holding shall in
no way affect the validity of the remaining portions of this
Resolution.
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Section 7. EFFECTIVE DATE
This Resolution shall become effective
November 1.
The foregoing Resolution was offered by Commissioner
Eggert who moved its
seconded by Commissioner-- Bowman
adoption. The
to a vote, the vote was as follows:
Chairman Don C. Scurlock, Jr. Aye
Vice Chairman Gary C. Wheeler Aye
Commissioner Richard N. Bird Aye
Commissioner Carolyn K, Eggert Aye
Commissioner Margaret C. Bowman Aye
The Chairman thereupon declared the
and adopted this 1st day of Novembei1988.
,1988.
motion was
and, upon being put
Resolution
duly passed
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, F •'IDA
BY
Don C. Sdurloc
Chairman
INDIAN RIVER BOULEVARD R/W ACQUISITION
Acting Administrator Collins reviewed the following,
recommending the cash settlement of $269,752.50:
TO: William Collins, II
Acting County Administrator
THROUGH: James W. Davis, P.E.
Public Works Director\
FROM: Donald G. Finney, SRA`.
Right -of -Way Acquisition Agent
SUBJECT: Indian River Boulevard 200' R/W
Grace Locke Walker Parcel No. 9
DATE: September 27, 1988
Staff requests authorization to purchase the 6.943 acre
right-of-way as appraised by Napier Appraisal Services for Indian
River County at $262,151. The property owner's appraisal is
$243,000.
1) Payable to Mrs. Walker after January 2,
2) The existing drainage
mitigated in the proposed
to allow drainage and/or
the east and west parcels
1989.
and/or irrigation will be
road design and construction,
irrigation continuity between
3) There is existing road access to each parcel on 45th
Street. Permanent access on the proposed road would be
determined upon site plan submittal thru the Planning
and Development Division.
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4) Any •citrus crop maintenance, management, or derived
income would remain Mrs. Walker's until actual road
construction begins.
5) Approval to pay the property owners attorney fee of
$3,088.50 and the property owners appraisal fee of
$4,513.00 at this time as part of the settlement.
Total Cash Settlement $269,752.50
MOTION WAS MADE BY Commissioner Eggert, SECONDED by
Commissioner Bowman, to approve purchase of the 6.943
acre R/W from Grace Locke Walker on the terms set out
above.
Commissioner Bird noted that if we had to pay for the re-
mainder of the R/W needed at this same rate, there wouldn't be
enough money in the state of Florida to build the road. He knows
that different property owners react different ways, but he
believed to pay this kind of money for that strip of land and
enhance the value on each side by creating Indian River
Boulevard frontage property, plus give them turning lanes,
access, etc., is going too far.
Public Works Director Davis stated that we are not giving
them access to the highway in terms of median cuts, etc. This
is a pure R/W acquisition purchase, and Chairman Scurlock
believed our own appraisal came in higher.
County Attorney Vitunac confirmed that we would pay far more
if we went to condemnation, and it would take another year to get
it.
Commissioner Bowman commented that the only thing that
bothered her is the permanent access, but it seems it is on 45th
Street. It was confirmed that 45th would be the road that would
serve as access to the abutting developments.
Commissioner Bird later asked if we then are not granting
them access to the Boulevard, and Director Davis explained that
we are saying that decision will be made at time of site plan
approval when the parcel comes in for development.
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Commissioner Bird asked why we are paying the highest
appraisal, and if we are agreeing to Roddenberry's request for a
well, drainage, etc.
Director Davis advised that the proposal before the Board is
to authorize the five items listed in the memo, and this was
arrived at by negotiation. It was kind of an arm's length
transaction.
THE CHAIRMAN CALLED FOR THE QUESTION.
It was voted on and carried unanimously.
AMENDMENT 4
The Board reviewed memo of the Public Works Director:
TO:Transportation Planning
Committee
FROM:
DATE: October 5, 1988
SUBJECT:
FILE:
Amendment #4 — Florida
DOT Proposal to raise
$500 Million for
Statewide Right-of-way
Acquisition and Bridge
Construction
James W. Davis, P.E. REFERENCES:
Public Works Director
On the November election ballot, there will appear an Amendment
#4 which proposes that the State of Florida set aside $50 million
per year in existing gas tax revenue to be pledged as annual debt
service for a $500 million bond. All proceeds from the bond
program will be used for right-of-way acquisition and bridge
construction. There will be no tax increase associated with the
program. Approximately 4/5G of existing gas tax will be pledged
to generate the $50 million per year.
Indian River County is in District 4 of the State DOT area, and
this district will receive 17.9% of the $500 million, or
approximately $89.5 million. Proceeds will be distributed to the
counties based upon a formula which is developed using population
and gas tax receipts.
The Technical Complement recommends local support for the
program.
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ON MOTION by Commissioner Eggert, SECONDED by Com-
missioner Wheeler, the Board unanimously adopted
Resolution 88-117 supporting passage of State
Constitutional Amendment #4.
RESOLUTION 88-117
A RESOLUTION SUPPORTING PASSAGE OF
STATE CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT 114.
WHEREAS, the Florida Legislature during the 1988 session passed
legislation enabling the voters of Florida to vote on a constitutional resolution
permitting the sale of bonds, AND
WHEREAS, those•bonds will be financed by current Florida Department of
Transportation revenue and will not necessitate an increase in taxes, AND
WHEREAS, said bonds will be used exclusively for the purpose of buying
right-of-way for transportation projects, AND
WHEREAS, bonds will also be used for construction and repair of Florida
bridges, AND
WHEREAS, It has been estimated by financial consultants that the sale of
said bonds by the Department of Transportation will save the taxpayers of
the State of Florida approximately $70 million dollars, AND
WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners deems It to the best
interest to the State of Florida to encourage the passage of Amendment #4.
NOW THEREFORE, be It resolved by the Board of County Commissioners;
THAT THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF INDIAN RIVER
COUNTY supports the passage of Amendment #4 on the November 8th ballot
and recommends to the voters of Indian River County to Join in supporting
the passing of the Amendment.
The resolution was moved for adoption by Commissioner Eggert
and the motion was seconded by Commissioner Wheeler and, upon
being put to a vote, the vote was as follows:
Chairman Don C. Scurlock, Jr. Aye
Vice -Chairman Gary C. Wheeler Aye
Commissioner Richard N. Bird Aye
Commissioner Margaret C. Bowman Aye
Commissioner Carolyn K. Eggert Aye
The Chairman thereupon declared the resolution duly passed and adopted
lstday of November 1988.
this
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA
By
Attest
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NV 11988
Don C. Scurlock(,/Ir•
Chairman
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INDIAN RIVER BLVD. NORTH, PHASE IV, AGREEMENT FOR DONATION OF R/W
(LAWTON & BEUTTELL PROPERTIES)
Director Davis reviewed the following:
TO: William G. Collins II,
Acting County Administrator,
FROM: James W. Davis,
Public Works Director`-/Ve'
SUBJECT: Indian River Boulevard North - Phase IV
Agreement for Donation of Right-of-way
Lawton and Beuttell Properties
North of Grand Harbor
DATE: October 21, 1988
DESCRIPTION AND CONDITIONS
The owners of two right-of-way parcels along Indian River
Boulevard north of Grand Harbor have presented to the County
staff the attached agreement for donation of right-of-way. The
Public Works, Utilities, County Attorney, and Planning Department
staffs have reviewed the agreement and have no objection to its
contents. As compensation for the parcels, a density credit
from the right-of-way to the remainder parcels in addition to
construction of median cuts and deceleration lanes along the
Boulevard is requested from the County. The cost of providing
the median cut and deceleration lanes is approximately $50,000.
The County's consulting engineer has determined that a median cut
in this area meets safety and location criteria.
ALTERNATIVES AND ANALYSIS
The alternatives are as follows;
1) Accept the agreement as drafted or as amended.
2) Reject the agreement and purchase the right-of-way at an
appraised value.
RECOMMENDATIONS AND FUNDING
Staff recommends approval of the agreement and requests
authorization for the Chairman's execution.
Director Davis advised that the property owners want access
at the common property line, plus utility sleeves under the
roadway, left turn median cuts, etc., and our consultant feels
access points would be allowable under good road design.
Board members had further questions regarding the proposed
median cuts, driveway connections, deceleration lanes, the
spacing of intersections, etc., and the Chairman pointed out that
our consultants feel this is a good design with reasonable
spacing.
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NOV 1 1988
Commissioner Bird commented on the tremendous difference in
the amount we are paying per acre for this property compared to
what we paid for the Walker property.
ON MOTION by Commissioner Wheeler, SECONDED by Com-
missioner Eggert, the Board unanimously approved the
Agreement for Donation of Right -of -Way with "Equal
Split, Inc." (Lawton & Beuttell) -
AGREEMENT W/ATTACHMENTS ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF CLERK TO THE
BOARD.
DEPARTMENT OF UTILITY SERVICES EMPLOYMENT POSITIONS
Acting Administrator Collins reviewed his memo, noting it
will involve an approximate $28,000 budget increase, and they
arrived at the cost by negotiating with some qualified candidates
as to what their salary requirements would be:
TO: Board of County Commissioners DATE:October 25, 1988
FILE:
SUBJECT: DEPARTMENT OF UTILITY
SERVICES EMPLOYMENT
POSITIONS
FROM' William G. Collins REFERENCES:
• Acting County Administrator
Attached is a memo from Utilities Director Pinto recommending a title change
in three currently approved positions.
1. The Assistant Director of Utility Services budgeted for fiscal year 88/89
at $46,725 will be converted to a position called Assistant Director of
Administration, at approximately $38,000 per year.
2. The position titled Manager, Water and Sewer currently budgeted at
$36,991.26 will be changed to be known as Assistant Director Operations
and Engineering, at approximately $45,000 per year.
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• 3. The position currently budgeted as Engineer -Private Development will be
changed to a position known as Environmental Engineer. This position is
currently budgeted at $25,000. The new position would call for
approximately $44,000 per year in salary.
Personnel Director Price has contacted applicants who have been identified
through the recruitment process as being potentially qualified for these
positions. Discussions as to their salary requirements indicate that
approximately $130,000 will be needed in order to recruit those individuals
identified as qualified for these positions by Mr. Pinto. This represents an
increase of approximately $22;000 over the amounts currently budgeted for
the three positions as they are currently titled. An additional 25% should be
budgeted for benefits.
RECOMMENDATION
I recommend that the Board approve the re -naming of the three positions and
appropriation of funds for salary and benefits as follows:
1. Assistant Director of Administration - - - $36,000 plus $2,000
moving allowance plus 25% fringe benefits.
2. Assistant Director of Operations and Engineering - - - $45,000 plus
fringe benefits at 25%.
•
3. Environmental Engineer - - - $44,000 plus fringe benefits at 25%.
TOTAL - - - $127,000 plus fringe benefits.
I recommend the allowance of a few thousand dollars to allow some negotiating
room on each of the positions. The funds for this increased salary
appropriation ( $28,000) should come from the Utilities Enterprise Fund (471)
anticipated cash forward balance.,
The Acting Administrator noted that position of Assistant
Director of Administration is contingent on Mr. Barton's election
as Clerk. The second position of Assistant Director of Opera-
tions and Engineering would be handling the general supervision
of all the plants out in the field that we are responsible for
operating. The last position is Environmental Engineer.
Chairman Scurlock commented that this is an enterprise fund;
so, he believed you increase your revenue side and your expense
side because you guess at revenues every year anyway based on the
production of the prior year.
Director Pinto emphasized that these are not new positions.
They were in the budget process, and they were directed at that
time to leave all salaries at whatever they were. They knew very
well that we weren't going to be able to hire these people for
the salaries in the budget; so, in the contingency and cash carry
forward, there are adequate funds for the increase.
Chairman Scurlock wished to bring up the 20 some odd posi-
tions that are in the budget, plant operators, etc., for which,
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because of our situation with the Union and the decertification
going on, we have not been able to implement a salary adjustment.
He pointed out that we are going to be bringing on the North
Beach Water Company plant after we close on that purchase today,
and with that, plus our expansion in other areas, we have an
urgent need for these people. He believed we need to give
Director Pinto some direction today on these positions so he can
hire the people and bring them on board at the new salaries.
MOTION WAS MADE by Commissioner Eggert, SECONDED by
Commissioner Bowman, to approve staff recommendation
regarding re -naming of the three positions listed and
appropriation of funds for salary and benefits and
also that the new salaries be implemented for the
other positions mentioned by the Chairman.
Acting Administrator Collins expressed some concern at
hiring new people at a higher rate than our existing people
because of the on-going Union action.
COMMISSIONERS EGGERT and BOWMAN agreed to amend the
Motion simply to approve staff recommendation as set
out in Mr. Collins' memo dated October 25, 1988.
Commissioner Wheeler commented that it was said that one
position is contingent on Mr. Barton being elected; so,
apparently we would be looking at $12,000 additional plus fringes
to keep him in that position.
Director Pinto agreed that if Mr. Barton stays on, we will
have to take another look at what we are going to do. That is
not in this recommendation, and he was not anticipating that
happening. He stressed that the problem we are facing is that
on all the positions you have lead time for recruiting, and it is
important to be able to make a firm offer when someone becomes
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available and not have to go back to the Board and then back to
the person again, by which time the person could be gone as these
positions are in high demand.
THE CHAIRMAN CALLED FOR THE QUESTION.
It was voted on and carried unanimously.
Chairman Scurlock again brought up the urgent need to fill
the 20 or so positions referred to earlier. He noted that if we
had the choice of having to face a possible penalty for not
having certified plant operators or being charged with bargaining
unfairly, we must keep the plants runningtand he personally would
prefer to face the charge of bargaining unfairly.
Attorney Vitunac advised that he and the Acting Administra-
tor have discussed this, and while it is a real issue of unfair
labor practices, they agree with the Chairman that we have to do
what we must to keep the plants running and worry about the
unfair labor practices later.
ON MOTION by Commissioner Eggert, SECONDED by Com-
missioner Bowman, the Board unanimously authorized
Director Pinto to seek out and hire the needed
people at the new salary rates.
Hope was expressed that the issue with the Union will not
arise as the Order is expected soon.
Director Pinto felt it can be clearly stated that those
positions will demand that amount of money regardless of whether
there is a union or not.
SOUTH COUNTY R.O.PLANT IMPROVEMENTS - GENERAL CONSTRUCTION
CONTRACT (Change Order #1)
Projects Engineer McCain made the staff presentation:
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BOOK 75
TO:
THRU:
FROM:
WILLIAM G. COLLINS, II
ACTING COUNTY ADMIN
TERRANCE G. PINTOX
DIRECTOR OF UTILITY RVICES
WILLIAM*F. McCAINi
PROJECTS ENGINEER r( ' -
DEPARTMENT OF UTILITY SERVICES
DATE: OCTOBER 4, 1988
SUBJECT: CHANGE ORDER #1 - GENERAL CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT #1
SOUTH COUNTY R.O.PLANT IMPROVEMENTS -IRC PROJECT #WW -88 -01 -WC
BACKGROUND
At the onset of the above mentioned project, a high service pumping
study was under way by D.S.S. Engineers. The H.S.P. study concluded
that certain upgrades of our pumping system needed to be done to meet
higher system pressure and flow requirements. The engineers
recommended the installation of three new pump ends and the total
replacement of the smallest existing H.S.P. Associated piping
changes also need to be made, along with the addition of several new
valves in the discharge piping. (For specific details, see Section 1.3
and 1.4 of the attached High Service Pumping Study.)
There will also be modifications to suction and discharge piping
wall penetrations at the plant. This is necessitated by cracking
which has occurred in these lines at the wall penetrations. All of the
aforementioned work was intended to be accomplished by the general
contractor on this job via a change order; therefore, monies are
available.
ANALYSIS
Our engineers for this project have prepared a change order for this
work (which is attached), and the contractor has submitted a price
quote (which is attached). D.S.S. Engineers have reviewed the
contractor's submittal and have recommended that we proceed. (See
attached letter of recommendation.) The bottom line price for the work
is $142,791.00.
RECOMMENDATION
The Department of - Utility Services recommends approval of this
change order by the Board of County Commissioners.
ON MOTION by Commissioner Eggert, SECONDED by Commis-
sioner Bowman, the Board unanimously approved Change
Order #1 for the South County R.O. Plant Improvement
Project (Butler Construction Co.)
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I.11rt1Vtik OW/Lit
(Instructions on reverse side)
1
No
PROJECT:
OWNER:
(Name,
Address)
South County R.O.
Plant Improvement Project
Indian River County
P.O. Box 1750
Vero Beach, Florida 32960
CONTRACTOR Butler Construction Company
210 Hardee Lane
Rockledge, Florida 32955
• CONTRACT FOR:
DATE OF ISSUANCE: 10/ 10/88
OWNER's Project No.
ENGINEER: DSS Engineers
150 S. Pine Island Road
Suite 510
Plantation, Florida 33324
ENGINEER's Project No 1753016
You are directed to make the following changes in the Contract Documents.
Description:
See attached change order description sheet. Items include modifications
to transformer bus to switch gear connection, RTR pipe wall penetrations,
installation
Purpose of Change Order.
Add items to
of new pump and 2 uprated pumps.
original work scope.'
Attachments: (List documents supporting change)
CHANGE IN CONTRACT PRICE:,
Original Contract Price
$ $1,154,115.00N/A
CHANGE IN CONTRACT TIME:
Original Contract Time
days or date
Previous Change Orders No. N/A to No.
N/A
Net change from previous Change Orders
N/A
$
days
Contract Price prior to this Change Order
$ S1.154,115.00
Contract Time Prior to this Change Order
N/A
days or date
.
Net Increase (decrease) of this Change Order
$ $142,791.00
Net Increase (decrease) of this Change Order
N/A
days
Contract Price with all approved Change Orders
$ $1.296.906.00
Contract Time with all approved Change Orders
N/A
days or date
EJCDC No. 1910-8-B (1983 Edition)
Prepared by the Engineers' Joint Contract Documents Committee and endorsed by The Associated General Contractors of America.
APPROVED: - f/
by
odner
De, e.
0/1/4f/PAA
ti
APPROVED:
by Contractor
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MASTER AGREEMENT FOR CONSULTING FIRM OF CAMP, DRESSER AND McKEE
Projects Engineer McCain reviewed the following:
TO: WILLIAM G. COLLIN , I
ACTING COUNTY ADMMNIST':TOR
THRU:
FROM:
SUBJECT:
TERRANCE G. PINT
DIRECTOR OF UTILICES
WILLIAM `F. McCAI
PROJECTS ENGINE
DEPARTMENT OF UT LITY SERVICES
DATE: OCTOBER 20, 1988
APPROVAL OF MASTER AGREEMENT FOR THE
CAMP, DRESSER AND MCKEE, INC., (CDM)
CONSULTING FIRM OF
BACKGROUND
Several months ago Indian River County undertook
to short list various engineering consultants.
Dresser and McKee, Inc., were short listed under
3, 4, 5, 6, 12, 13, 14, 15, 17, 19, 20, and
contract for specific titles).
RECOMMENDATION
a selection process
The firm of Camp,
Classifications #2,
21. (See attached
The Utility staff recommends that the Board of County Commissioners
approve the signing of the attached master agreement with Camp,
Dresser and Mckee, Inc.
NOV 1 i988
ON MOTION by Commissioner Bowman, SECONDED by Commis-
sioner Eggert, the Board unanimously approved Profes-
sional Civil Engineering Master Agreement with Camp,
Dresser & McKee, Inc., for the Classifications listed
above.
79 BOOK 75 PACE 79
PROFESSIONAL CIVIL ENGINEERING MASTER AGREEMENT
DESIGN, PERMITTING, BIDDING, CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
OF WATER TREATMENT PLANTS
DESIGN, PERMITTING, BIDDING, CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
OF WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANTS, OVER 3MGD
SLUDGE & SEPTAGE TREATMENT
EFFLUENT USE - AGRICULTURAL
EFFLUENT DISPOSAL GOLF COURSE RE -USE & PERCOLATION PONDS
WATER STORAGE TANKS - DEVELOPERS TO IRC UTILITIES
PLAN REVIEW FOR PROJECTS SUBMITTED BY DEVELOPERS TO IRC UTILITIES
HYDROLOGICAL STUDIES
SPECIAL PROJECTS
WASTEWATER MASTER PLAN
COMPUTER ANALYSIS - WASTEWATER
COMPUTER SOFTWARE UTILITIES
FORMULATION OF ASSESSMENTS
THIS AGREEMENT, entered into this 10. day of
1988, by and between INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, a political s bdivision of
the State of Florida, hereinafter referred to as the "County", and
CAMP, DRESSER & McKEE, INC., 660 BEACHLAND BLVD., VERO BEACH,
FLORIDA 32963, hereinafter referred to as the "Engineer",
WITNESSETH
That the COUNTY and the ENGINEER,.in consideration of their
mutual covenants, herein agree with respect to the performance of
professional civil engineering and land surveying services by the
ENGINEER and the payment for those services by the COUNTY as set
forth below and in individual work orders. This Agreement shall be
referred to as the "MASTER AGREEMENT" under which future work orders
will apply.
The ENGINEER shall provide professional engineering and such
other related services as defined in the work authorization for the
.COUNTY in all phases of each project as described in an individual
work authorization prepared by the County Department of Utility
Services. The ENGINEER shall serve as the COUNTY's professional
representative for the project as set forth in each work
authorization, and shall give professional engineering and water
and/or sewer system advice to the COUNTY during the performance of
the services to be rendered.
SAID AGREEMENT ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF CLERK TO THE BOARD IN ITS
iNOV 1
'988
ENTIRETY.
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6TH AVENUE & 8TH ST. GRAVITY SEWER, PUMP STATION AND FORCE MAIN
The Board reviewed memo from Projects Engineer McCain:
TO:
THRU: TERRANCE G. PINTO J'
FROM:
WILLIAM G. COLLINS, II
ACTING COUNTY ADMINISTRA 0
DIRECTOR OF UTILITY( SERVICES
WILLIAM F. McCAI
PROJECTS ENGINEE
DEPARTMENT OF UT TY SERVICES
DATE: OCTOBER 24, 1988
SUBJECT: 6TH AVENUE AND 8TH STREET GRAVITY SEWER, PUMP STATION AND
FORCE MAIN
BACKGROUND
On October 27, 1987, the Board of County Commissioners signed work
authorization number 19 for consulting services on the
aforementioned project with Masteller and Moler Associates Inc. The
initial scope (See attached W.O. #19) of the project has been
increased to include 600 feet of force main to service Kennedy
Groves, along with several other gravity sewer connections (See
attached W.O. #19-A).
ANALYSIS
I will list the cost change items, item by item:
Engineering Design Original cost $ 9,750.00
Services
New cost $12,120.00
Difference $ 2,370.00
Engineer Inspection Original cost $ 4,070.00
Services
New cost $ 5,105.00
Difference $ 1,035.00
The total cost increase is therefore $3,405.00 for design and
inspection. This cost increase will be funded per the upcoming
assessment to the property owners.
RECOMMENDATION
The Utility Staff recommends that the Board of County Commissioners
approve the aforementioned action.
ON MOTION by Commissioner Eggert, SECONDED by Com-
missioner Bowman, the Board unanimously approved
Work Authorization #19-A which increases W.O. #19
to include force main to service Kennedy Groves, per
the above memo.
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75PAGE 81
INDIAN RIVER COUNTY
Date: September 21, 1988. Work Authorization No. 19-A for Consulting
Services Project No.87013A (County) (Masteller & Moler Associates,
Inc.) (WASTEWATER)
I. PROJECT DESCRIPTION
Title: Addendum to Work Authorization #19, Wastewater. Pump Station
and gravity sewer to serve Pizza Hut,/ Peking Gardens; Scotty's' and
adjacent two (2) properties on the west side of 6th Avenue and seven (7)
properties on east side of 6th Avenue. A force main along 6th Avenue
and U.S. Highway #1 to proposed pump station to serve Kennedy Groves.
Force main from pump station to run north on 6th Avenue for connection to
existing gravity sewer system located south of 8th Street and East of 6th
Avenue.
Consulting engineering design services relative to construction of
approximately 600 LF of 3" diameter PVC force main to service Kennedy
Groves, along with (12) service laterals for proposed gravity sewer
designed under Work Authorization No. 19 to provide sewer service to the
properties on the east and west side of 6th Avenue. Force main is to
connect to the proposed gravity sewer and pump station on the west side
of 6th Avenue as designed under Work Authorization No. 19. Total
Construction Cost Estimate for the project', including 10Z contingency is
$106,310.00. (See attached Project Cost Summary Sheet)
II. SCOPE OF SERVICES AND LUMP SUM FEE FOR SERVICES
Reference is made to the "Agreement for Professional Services" dated July
2, 1986, and specific Article numbers and paragraph numbers which are
listed hereunder to describe the scope of services included on this
project.
A. Project Design Services per Article 4, Paragraph 4a. and 4b.
B. General Services During Construction per Article 5, Paragraph 5a.,
and 5c.
The Resident Inspector's duties shall be to monitor construction on a
continuous basis and be at the job site when project construction is
taking place.
C. Supplementary and Special Services per Article 6, Paragraph
6c.,6d.,6e.,6f., and 6q. In addition, our services shall include field
surveys necessary for design and preparation of construction plans and
assistance to the County in obtaining various permits and approvals for
construction (permit fees to be paid by the County).
D. Payment for Services per Article 8, the lump sum fee for Article 4,
Paragraph 4a. and 4b. above (Engineering Design Fee) is $12,120.00 and
Article 5, Paragraph 5a. and Sc. above (Resident Project Inspection Fee)
is $5,105.00. Payment shall be per Article 8, Paragraph 8b. and 8d.
Payment for Article 6, Paragraph 6c.,6d.,6e.,6f., and 6q. shall be per
Article 8, Paragraph 8a. and 8d.
APPROVED BY:
INDIAN RIVER COUNTY
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
By .J.._ /✓
Don C. Scurlock,
Chairman
Date 1/-1— fes"
APPROVED
TTERS:
SUBMITTED BY:
MASTELLER & MOLER ASSOCIATES, INC.
By
Earl H. Masteller, P.E.
President
Date qrbigei
Te ance G. into, sirector
Division of Utility Services 82 BOOK .75 F,1c€ 82
NOV 086
POTABLE WATER MAIN - KINGS HWY. & LINDSEY RD. (CONTRACT #1)
The Board reviewed the following memo:
TO: WILLIAM G. COLLINS, II DATE: OCTOBER 3, 1988
ACTING COUNTY ADMINIST�.�� a. N4-'(??
THRU: TERRANCE G. PINTO k'
DIRECTOR OF UTILITY \RVI S
lier
FROM: WILLIAM F. MCCAT{
PROJECTS ENGINES
DEPARTMENT OF UTILITY
SERVICES
SUBJECT: INDIAN RIVER COUNTY PROJECT #UW87-22-DS, POTABLE WATER
MAIN, KINGS HIGHWAY AND LINDSEY ROAD, CONTRACT #1 INDIAN
RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA
BACKGROUND
In keeping with water system expansions as outlined in our water
master plan and to take the Gifford Area off the city's water system
to meet the County -City service area division, we are proceeding
with the aforementioned project. The engineering is complete and
bids for the construction of this project have been received.
ANALYSIS
Bids were received for this project on August 31, 1988. Thirteen
contractors submitted bids. The lowest three were as follows:
1. Kenova Construction $1,226,210.00
2. Utility Systems of America, Inc., $1,337,974.00
3. W. Jackson & Sons Construction Company, $1,334,829.00.
A tabulation of bids and a letter of recommendation from the engineer
is attached.
RECOMMENDATION.
The Department of Utility Services recommends that the Board of
County Commissioners approve the award of this bid to the lowest
bidder Kenova Construction for $1,226,210.00.
ON MOTION by Commissioner Bird, SECONDED by Com-
missioner Eggert, the Board unanimously awarded
Bid for Project #UW87-22-DS Potable Water Main
(Kings Highway & Lindsey Road (Contract #1) to
the low bidder, Kenova Construction, in the amount
of $1,226,210, as recommended by staff.
(CONTRACT. ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF CLERK TO BOARD)
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POTABLE WATER MAIN - KINGS HWY. FROM LINDSEY RD. TO S. WINTER
BEACH RD. (CONTRACT #2)
The Board reviewed the following memo:
TO:
THRU:
FROM:
WILLIAM G. COLLINS, II
ACTING COUNTY ADMINISTRATO
TERRANCE G. PINTO
DIRECTOR OF UTILITY SE
DATE: OCTOBER 3, 1988
WILLIAM F. MCCAIN
PROJECTS ENGINEER
DEPARTMENT OF UTIL ERVICES
SUBJECT: INDIAN RIVER COUNTY PROJECT #UW87-23-DS POTABLE WATERMAIN
KINGS HIGHWAY FROM LINDSEY ROAD TO SOUTH WINTER BEACH ROAD
CONTRACT #2 INDIAN RIVER COUNTY FLORIDA
BACKGROUND
In keeping with the scheduled expansion of our water system as
outlined in our Water Master Plan we are proceeding with the
aforementioned project. The engineering for the project has been
completed and bids for the construction of this project have been
received.
ANALYSIS
Bids were received for this project on August 31, 1988. Sixteen
contractors submitted bids. The lowest three were as follows:
1. A.O.B. Underground $507,135.00.
2. Vicon Construction Corporation $533,463.00.
3. Utility Systems of America $535,645.00.
A tabulation of Bids and a letter of recommendation from the
engineer is attached.
RECOMMENDATION
The Department of Utility Services recommends that the Board of
County Commissioners approve the award of this bid to the lowest
bidder A.O.B. Underground for $507,135.00.
ON MOTION by Commissioner Eggert, SECONDED by Com-
missioner Bowman, the Board unanimously awarded
Bid for Project #UW87-23-DS Potable Water Main
(Kings Highway from Lindsey Road to South Winter
Beach Road (Contract #2) to the low bidder, A.O.B.
Underground in the amount of $507,135, as recommended
by staff.
.(ORIGINAL .CONTRACT ON FILE IN OFFICE. OF CLERK TO BOARD)
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GIFFORD AREA SEWER PROJECT - PINEVIEW PARK & HIGH RIDGE MOBILE
HOME PARK (CONTRACT #4) CLEANING & TELEVISING SEWAGE SYSTEM
The Board reviewed memo from Ernestine Williams, Manager of
Project Administration:
DATE: OCTOBER 26, 1988
TO: WILLIAM G. COLLINS, III
ACTING COUNTY ADMINIS
T i• •
THRU: TERRANCE G. PINT•ii
DIRECTOR OF UTILIT RVICES
FROM: ERNESTINE W. WILLIAMS_
MANAGER OF PROJECT ADMINISTRATION
•
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6•
SUBJECT: GIFFORD AREA SEWER PROJECT - IRC PROJECT NO.US-87-11-CCS
PINEVIEW PARK & HIGH RIDGE MOBILE HOME PARK - CONTRACT #4
CLEANING AND TELEVISING SEWAGE COLLECTION SYSTEM
BACKGROUND:
In the Board meeting of July 14, 1987, the Board unanimously
rejected the bid for Contract #4 and authorized that it be re -bid as
two separate contracts.
On September 14, 1988, bids were opened for the subject project.
Four bids were received, as follows:
1. Altair Maintenance Services, Inc. $ 19,220.00
2. McCullough Rehab. Contracting, Inc. $ 19,310.00
3. Coastline Utilities, Inc. $ 26,990.00
4. Shenandoah General Construction $121,000.00
ANALYSIS:
The consulting engineer, Masteller & Moler Associates, Inc., and
Farmers Home Administration have reviewed the bids and recommend
that the contract be awarded to Altair Maintenance Services, Inc.
for the amount of $19,220.00.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the Board of County Commissioners award
Contract #4 of the Gifford Area Sewer Project to Altair Maintenance
Services, Inc. in the amount of $19,220.00, such award to be
contingent upon FmHA's final approval.
Staff requests authorization from the Board of County Commissioners
for the Chairman•to execute the contract.
ON MOTION by Commissioner Eggert, SECONDED by Com-
missioner Bowman, the Board unanimously awarded Bid
for the Gifford Area Sewer Project - Pineview Park &
High Ridge Mobile Home Park Clean & Televising Sewage
System - (Contract #4) to the low bidder, Altair
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Maintenance Services, Inc., in the amount of
$19,220 as recommended by staff and authorized the
Chairman to execute the contract.
(ORIGINAL .CONTRACT ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF CLERK TO BOARD) -
Projects Engineer William McCain introduced new Utilities
Staff Engineer Scott Doscher.
FIRE ALARM ORDINANCE
County Attorney Vitunac reviewed the following:
TO: Board of County Commissioners
FROM: Charles P. Vitunac, County Attorney
DATE: October 25, 1988
RE: FIRE ALARM ORDINANCE
B.C.C. MEETING 11/1/88
The referenced proposed ordinance, which was presented to
the Board at its meeting October 4, 1988, has been
re -drafted as attached, pursuant to the request of the
Board, and is being presented today for conceptual approval
only.
If the Board is satisfied, the County Attorney's Office will
publish the appropriate legal ad for a public hearing to be
held in approximately one month.
Commissioner Eggert inquired why there is an exemption to
the proposed provision for residential occupancies of fewer than
three units.
Fire Chief John Allen advised that the Department really
does not have that much problem in responding on the residential.
Most just have the smoke detector devices. The main problem is
responding to the commercial type entities.
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Commissioner Eggert had a concern that the residential could
become a problem in the future; so, why exempt them?
After further discussion, the Board generally agreed that
exemption should be changed as discussed, and then this will be
considered at the pubiit.hearing.
ON MOTION by Commissioner Eggert, SECONDED by Commis-
sioner Wheeler, the Board unanimously authorized staff
to schedule and advertise a public hearing on the Fire
Alarm Ordinance with the suggested change to be held in
approximately one month.
BLANKENSHIP HEARING BEFORE THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
County Attorney Vitunac reviewed his memo, suggesting that
we reschedule the hearing for January:
TO:
Board of County Commissioners
FROM: Char es' P. Vitunac, County Attorney
DATE: October 26,' 1988
RE:
BLANKENSHIP HEARING BEFORE B.C.C.
B.C.C. MEETING 11/1/88
The attorney representing William Blankenship has notified
this office that he will be out of town during the week that
the Board had previously chosen for his appeal hearing,
i.e., November 17, 1988. Therefore, he would like to
reschedule the hearing.
We request direction from the Board in this regard.
Some discussion arose as to whether we should reschedule it
sooner, and Attorney Vitunac felt that the longer we wait, the
better it is for us. Mr. Blankenship's criminal trial is set for
November 7th. If he is convicted, it will strengthen our
position, and there is always the possibility he could get
another job somewhere.
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ON MOTION by Commissioner Bird, SECONDED by Commis-
sioner Bowman, the Board unanimously authorized
the County Attorney to reschedule Mr. Blankenship's
hearing with the Board to some time in January in
coordination with his attorney.
RESOLUTION RE PURCHASE OF NORTH BEACH WATER COMPANY
Attorney Vitunac explained that what this does is change
Paragraph 5 of the contract by which we are to purchase North
Beach Water Company in about two hours. Since we are no longer
issuing bonds to do the purchase because of an FmHA impediment,
we are going to close with cash and do Bond Anticipation Notes
(BANs). Therefore, none of the language in the earlier paragraph
is needed any more. What is needed is that they agree to help us
without BANs when necessary, and we have agreed to restrict the
surcharge to $13.00 for the next 5 years only. After that time,
the surcharge can go as high as necessary to fund the BANs or
other debt we have to issue to buy the system. That protects the
developer who knows it is only $13 per unit per month, and it is
sufficient money for us to be able to borrow at some rate of
interest. There is no cost to the taxpayer and not much to the
utilities system. It is a self- funding purchase by the people
who live on the North Beach water system.
Chairman Scurlock wished to point out that the 3.1 million
purchase price was negotiated down from a 6 million original
asking figure by Mr. Pinto and himself.
ON MOTION by Commissioner Eggert, SECONDED by Com-
missioner Wheeler, the Board unanimously adopted
Resolution 88-118 authorizing execution of an amend-
ment to contract to purchase North Beach Water Company.
(ALSO RECEIVED AND NOW ON FILE IN OFFICE OF CLERK TO THE BOARD:
ORIGINAL RECORDED WARRANTY DEEDS AND ASSIGNMENT OF EASEMENT)
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Fa:GE X88
RESOLUTION NO. 88- 118
A RESOLUTION OF INDIAN RIVER COUNTY AUTHORIZING
EXECUTION OF AN AMENDMENT TO CONTRACT TO PURCHASE
NORTH BEACH WATER COMPANY.
WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners authorized
the execution of a Purchase Agreement on May 31, 1988,
between the Countyrand North Beach Water Company for the
purchase of the water company's system on the north barrier
island for $3.1 million;
WHEREAS, due to certain restrictions placed on the
County by the FmHA it has become necessary to revise
paragraph 5 of the Purchase Agreement by changing the
surcharge provision and deleting language referring to the
County's issuance of revenue bonds; and
WHEREAS, these changes do not affect the purchase price
and are in the public interest,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS OF INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA, that:
1. The Chairman of the Board is authorized to execute
Amendment #1 to the Purchase Agreement, which is attached as
Exhibit "A."
2. The Chairman is further authorized to execute
documents and other certifications necessary to close the
utility purchase, which closing is scheduled for 2:00 P.M.
on Tuesday, November 1, 1988.
The resolution was moved for adoption by Commissioner
Eggert , and the motion was seconded by Commissioner
Wheeler and, upon being put to a vote, the vote was as
follows:
Chairman Don C. Scurlock, Jr.
Vice -Chairman Gary C. Wheeler
Commissioner Richard N. Bird
Commissioner Margaret C. Bowman
Commissioner Carolyn K. Eggert
Aye
Aye
Aye
Aye
Aye
The Chairman thereupon declared the resolution duly
passed and adopted this 1st day of November , 1988.
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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA
By , c-
--Don . c r oc
Chairman
BOOK
ME 89
AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO PURCHASE AGREEMENT
THIS FIRST AMENDMENT to that certain Purchase
Agreement dated the 25th day of April, 1988, by and between
INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, a political subdivision of the State of
Florida, 1840 25th Street, Vero Beach, Florida 32960
("COUNTY"), and NORTH BEACH WATER COMPANY, a Florida
corporation, Post Office Box 156, Wabasso, Florida 32970
("UTILITY"), is hereby entered into this 1st day
of November , 1988, by amending Paragraph 5 of said
Contract to read as follows:
"5. PURCHASE PRICE
The purchase price shall be $3,100,000.00,
to be paid in CASH AT CLOSING, ready funds. The
COUNTY intends to use certain revenues of the
system, including a surcharge, on all customers
of the system as security for repayment of the
bonds to be issued by the COUNTY in connection
with the purchase of the system. The surcharge
will not exceed $13 per equivalent residential
unit per month for a period of at least five (5)
years from date of the closing. The UTILITY, on
behalf of itself and its shareholders, agrees to
cooperate from time to time with the COUNTY in
connection with the surcharge and any note and/or
bond issues relating directly or indirectly to
the system purchased hereunder. This provision
of this Contract shall survive closing
hereunder."
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have hereunto caused
this Amendment No. 1 to Purchase Agreement to be executed the
day and year set forth next to their names.
Date: November 1, 1988
Witness
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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA
BY: %".,.
Don C. Scur
Chairman
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NORTH BEACii WATER COMPANY
By:
Steve Pate, President
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Charles P. Vitunac
County Attorney
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SUGGESTED DATES FOR CITY/COUNTY WORKSHOP
Discussion ensued in regard to having a joint meeting with
the Vero Beach City Council on November 17th.
It was generally agreed to inform the City of Vero Beach,
that the County Commissioners will be available for a joint
meeting on the morning of November 17th but not for the entire
day and see if that is agreeable with them.
ACCEPTANCE OF A 55% EPA GRANT FOR OUR PROPOSED REGIONAL SLUDGE
SEPTAGE FACILITY PROJECT
Chairman Scurlock reviewed the following memo:
TO: WILLIAM G. COLLINS, II
ACTING COUNTY ADMINIST
THRU: TERRANCE G. PINTO
DIRECTOR OF UTILITY '•E
FROM: WILLIAM F. McCAIN
PROJECTS ENGINEER
DEPARTMENT OF UTILI SERVICES
ICES
DATE: OCTOBER 27, 1988
SUBJECT: ACCEPTANCE OF A 55% ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY GRANT
FOR OUR PROPOSED REGIONAL SLUDGE SEPTAGE FACILITY
PROJECT # US-88-07-SLSE
BACKGROUND
On February 23, 1988, the Board of County Commissioners approved
monies for the design of a Regional Sludge Facility by Camp, Dresser
and McKee. The timing of this DESIGN was critical as we were
applying for an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Grant for 55%
of the grant eligible portion of the project.
ANALYSIS
We have now received an offer of grant monies in
$1,836,570.00. To receive this Grant, we must have
to the EPA by November 9, 1988. The funding for
portion of the construction costs is currently being
RECOMMENDATION
the amount of
our acceptance
the remaining
put in place.
The Department of Utility Services recommends that the Board of
County Commissioners approve and adopt the attached Resolution No.
88- and, by doing so, approve the signing of all EPA acceptance
documents.
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Chairman Scurlock credited Utilities Director Pinto with
finding this grant money. He noted that with the two grants and
the acquisition of the North Beach system, we are looking at
about 6 million in savings to the county.
Director Pinto advised that there are still some negotia-
tions that have to go on to fine tune the numbers. The county,
however, is facing a 7 million dollar expenditure with or without
the grant. If we take the grant, it only means we are going to
get at least 1.8 million. Following this approval, we will have
to have the work authorizations for the engineering and go
through the bid processes. This is a sludge and septage manage-
ment program that has to be put together to treat sludge and
septage from all the plants within the county, including the City
of Vero Beach. It is just the beginning of the process.
Commissioner Eggert asked if there are extra strings to this
federal grant as there are with the library construction.
Chairman Scurlock advised that we analyzed accepting this
1.8 million in terms of the impact of meeting additional
requirements, and it is way to our advantage. The other thing
he wished to point out to the Board is that this does allow the
Utility Director, Mr. Pinto, to modify the agreement from time to
time, and that is necessary. However, he believed the Board's
policy always has been that needs to come to the Board of County
Commissioners eventually for final approval.
Director Pinto explained that some numbers need to be
cleaned up. Also, this is the very last of the grants - starting
next year there are just loans, and he is going to try to get the
unfunded portion of this project included under the loan program.
ON MOTION by Commissioner Eggert, SECONDED by Com-
missioner Bowman, the Board unanimously adopted
Resolution 88-119 accepting an offer of a grant for
$1,836,570 from the EPA for a Regional Sludge Facility.
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RESOLUTION NO. 88- 119
A RESOLUTION OF INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA,
ACCEPTING AN OFFER OF A GRANT FOR $1,836,570 FROM
TI -IE UNITED STATES ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY
FOR A REGIONAL SLUDGE FACILITY (Contract
C120502070).
WHEREAS, on September 30, 1988.,. the United States
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) awarded Indian River
County (COUNTY) a grant In the amount of $1,836,570. for
construction of a regional sludge -handling facility under
the provisions of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act;
WHEREAS, this grant represents 55% of the EPA eligible
cost;
WHEREAS, as a condition of receipt of this grant money
COUNTY must agree to certain terms and conditions enumerated
in a letter from EPA dated October 7, 1988, and attached to
this resolution as Exhibit "A"; and
WHEREAS, acceptance of this grant pursuant to those
terms and conditions•would be In the public Interest,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OI COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS OF INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA, that COUNTY
hereby accepts an offer of a grant In the amount of
$1,836,570 pursuant to the terms of the attached,Ietter from
EPA (shown as Exhibit "A") and authorizes Terrance G. Pinto,
Utilities Director for COUNTY to execute the EPA Assistance
'Agreement attached to this resolution as Exhibit "B" and
authorizes Terrance G. Pinto to execute grant amendments
associated therewith.
The resolution was moved for adoption by Commissioner
Eggert , and the motion was seconded by Commissioner
Bowman and, upon being put to a vote, the vote was as
follows:
Chairman Don C. Scurlock, Jr. Aye
Vice -Chairman Gary C. Wheeler Aye
Commissioner Richard N. Bird Aye
Commissioner Margaret C. Bowman Aye
Commissioner Carolyn K. Eggert Aye
The Chairman thereupon declared the resolution duly
passed and adopted this lst day of November , 1988.
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA
By... `-
Attest --13(7,R-C7- cur oc
Chairman
Fre a Pyr gFt,CT
RESOLUTION W/ATTACHMENTS ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF CLERK TO THE
BOARD.
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TRANSPORTATION PLANNING COMMITTEE
Commissioner Bowman reviewed the following summary of
actions:
TRANSPORTATION PLANNING COMMITTEE
SUMMARY OF ACTIONS
October 26, 1988 MEETING
The Transportation Planning Committee recommended the following
actions during its 10/24/88 meeting:
1. Site distance problem at US#1/30th Street
At the last Transportation Planning Committee meeting,
the Committee discussed changes which would resolve the site
distance problem at US#1 and 30th Street.
The Committee approved the report of the Technical
Component which recommended a three way funding program
between the City of Vero Beach, Indian River County, and
Florida Department of Transportation for paving of 12th
Avenue and 31st Street.
2. Extension of 20th Avenue into Vero Beach Highlands
The Committee reaffirmed its approval to extend 20th Avenue
into the Vero -Beach Highlands, and recommended that the
County Commission readdress the issue.
3. Amendment 4
The Committee recommends support of Amendment 4.
4. Mr. Miller's business on US#1
The Committee discussed the parking situation and the danger
of vehicles coming out onto US#1. The Committee suggested
that Commissioner Bowman contact the owner to ask for
cooperation, and also recommended that a letter be sent to
FDOT to see what could be done to alleviate the situation,
possibly with a turning lane.
ON MOTION by Commissioner Wheeler, SECONDED by Com-
missioner Bird, the Board unanimously approved Item
•
The Board next discussed the extension of 20th Avenue into
Vero Beach Highlands, and Commissioner Bowman advised that since
the TPC meeting, they have had considerable objections raised
regarding the proposed extension. They just don't want Vero
Beach Highlands pouring out onto 20th Avenue. There is no doubt
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in her mind that eventually 20th Avenue will have to be extended
south, but she felt it is a matter of timing. Her recommendation
would be that this be referred back to the Committee and they can
try to work out various other alternatives.
Board members wond6red how it happened that this was brought
up at that meeting, and Public Works Director Davis stated that
the situation simply is that 20th Avenue has been on our
Thoroughfare Plan since the Plan was developed, and it does show
a connection into the Highlands. As to the argument that 20th
Avenue is a residential street through the Oslo Park area, he
pointed out that 20th Avenue is a residential street from 12th
St. south to Oslo Road.
Chairman Scurlock believed the Board looked at this quite
closely and agreed that at least for now, we are not going along
with an extension of 20th Avenue further south.
Director Davis argued that the prolonging of the timing
would be a detriment to accomplishing this and asked if the Board
wished the Thoroughfare Plan changed.
The Board generally agreed that it is a matter of timing and
indicated that they would not go along with this at this time.
ON MOTION by Commissioner Bowman, SECONDED by Com-
missioner Eggert, that Board unanimously indicated
that it would not approve the recommendation to
readdress the extension of 20th Avenue at this time.
It was noted that the Board earlier expressed their support
of Amendment 4.
Re Item 4, Commissioner Bowman advised that this is in the
works. Actually, they are grandfathered in. It is a very bad
situation with the parking problem, and we are trying to work
with the property owner.
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EMERGENCY SERVICES COORDINATING COMMITTEE MEETING
The Board reviewed memo from Commissioner Eggert:
TO: DATE: October 31, 1988 FILE:
Board of County Commissioners
FROM:
Carolyn K. Eggert
County Commissioner
06/
SUBJECT:
Emergency Services
Coordinating Committee
-Meeting
REFERENCES:
On Friday, October 28, 1988, the Emergency Services
Coordinating Committee met in the first floor conference room at
1:00 P.M. Among the items discussed were: '
1. Central Dispatch began dispatching the North County Fire
District on.::Monday, October 24, 1988. South County Fire
District will be next.
2. "On Call"'Ambulance Service's Certificate of Need is
suspended pending its sale to Atlantic Ambulance on
November 8, 1988.
3. The Committee reviewed and commented on the report by
James T. Ward on the Pre -Hospital Medical Services
Delivery System in Indian River County. Agreed upon by
all was the need of a single focus of management mainly
through the emergency services director. The members
representing the hospital and hospital district made no
comment on the report.
I request the permission of the Board of County
Commissioners to go forward with investigation of continuing the
ALS system in one of three modes:
a. Entirely within the Hospital District
b. Entirely within the Fire Department
c. As a Public Safety Department within the County
using the resources of the volunteers, the
hospitals, and the Fire Department. Organization
plans and methods of funding would be brought to the
County Commission.
ON MOTION by Commissioner Eggert, SECONDED by Com-
missioner Wheeler, the Board unanimously granted
permission to go forward with investigation of
continuing the ALS system in one of three modes as
listed above.
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ADDED ITEM - SLOAN PROPERTY FOR DRUG REHAB CENTER
Commissioner Eggert asked that a report on the Sloan prop-
erty be added to the Agenda.
ON MOTION by Comti-ssioner Eggert, SECONDED by Com-
missioner Bowman, the Board unanimously added an
update on the Sloan property to the Agenda.
Commissioner Eggert informed that Board that apparently
against Dick Mills recommendation, the Board of the Community
Mental Health Center has moved to let the Foundation negotiate
the Sloan property. This is in direct opposition to the posture
taken by the County Commission that it should be in the name of
the Indian River County Mental Health Center, and she just wanted
the Board to know this is happening and that she is going to hang
in there and take a strong stand about it not being in the
Foundation's name.
DISCUSSION RE OSLO AREA ABANDONED BUILDINGS, ETC.
Chairman Scurlock noted that about two months ago the Board
passed a Resolution in regard to taking buildings down in the
Oslo area, but he understood that nothing has happened and not
even the first building has been taken down. If this was such an
emergency, what has happened, and why has it fallen behind?
Acting Administrator Collins was not sure that anything has
fallen behind. He noted that he got memos on it immediately
afterward; the inspections were made; and people were notified.
Commissioner Wheeler believed that they have cleared one
large area next to the canal, and he thought there was a building
in there.
Chairman Scurlock stated that he just wanted to follow up on
this because he did not want it to fall through the cracks.
Building Director Ester Rymer came before the Board several
minutes later and reported that condemnation was started on 8
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buildings in this area and four completed. Two are in the
process of being demolished, and the people asked if they could
do their own work to save some money. If it is going to take too
long, she may have to go in and help them out a bit, but she is
trying to work with them. One absentee owner lives in Germany,
and she is having a difficult time working with his sister in
Fort Pierce. She continued that she has been working with the
Sheriff's Department, and all the structures were posted right
away. She advised that she does a report on this area every
Friday, and the ones that are left on this Friday, she will go
ahead with the Road & Bridge crews to take them down. These
buildings are all located in what is known as the Horseshoe area.
Chairman Scurlock asked what is happening with such
hazardous structures in other areas of the county, and Director
Rymer noted that they still rely on complaints and working with
the Code Enforcement people.
SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL DISTRICT
The Chairman announced that immediately upon adjournment,
the Board will reconvene acting as the District Board of
Commissioners of the Solid Waste Disposal District.
Those Minutes are being prepared separately.
There being no further business, on Motion duly made,
seconded and carried, the Board adjourned at 11:40 o'clock A.M.
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