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HomeMy WebLinkAbout12/3/1991BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA AGENDA REGULAR MEETING TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 1991 9:00 A.M. - COUNTY COMMISSION CHAMBER COUNTY ADMINISTRATION BUILDING 1800 25TH STREET VERO BEACH, FLORIDA COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Richard N. Bird, Chairman Gary C. Wheeler, Vice Chairman Margaret C. Bowman Carolyn K. Eggert Don C. Scurlock, Jr. ****•****************** 9:00 A.M. 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. INVOCATION - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - James E. Chandler, Co. Admin. 4. ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA/EMERGENCY ITEMS µ" 'Administrator Chandler requested Item 11,H,1 be deferred for one wee 'hdministrator Chandler requested addition of Item 11,E, regarding 'a- letter from William Hough. on Affordable Housing Mortgage bondisseli Commissioner Eggert requested Item 13,d,1, Children's Services Advisoky Committee -resignations and ;appointment. Commissioner Wheeler requested additibn. of Consent Agenda='X;teii • resignation from from Correctional Planning 5. " PROCLAMATION AND PRESENTATIONS James E. Chandler, County Administrator Charles P. Vitunac, County Attorney Jeffrey K. Barton, Clerk to the Board * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * None 6. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Regular Meeting of 11/5/91 7. CONSENT AGENDA A. Approval of Allison Smith as alternate represen- tative for D.O.T. on Transp. Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board (letter dated Nov. 12, 1991) B. Request approval of out-of-state travel for Commissioners to attend NACo Legislative Con- ference, Wash. D.C., Feb. 29 - March 3, 1992 C. Dedication of the Decommissioned Water Tank Site at Vista Gardens to the Vista Homeowners Assoc. (memorandum dated Nov. 19, 1991) 8. CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS AND GOVERNMENTAL AGENCIES None DEC 0 31991 BOOK 6 PA,,EDU L) OEC 03 V991 BOOK 64 FAGE1007 9:05 a.m. .9. PUBLIC ITEMS A. PUBLIC DISCUSSION ITEMS None B. PUBLIC HEARINGS Water Main Extension Growth Plan - Phase I, Resolution III - Water Service Assessment Proj. (memorandum dated Nov. 4, 1991) 10. COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR'S MATTERS Gifford Park Rental (memorandum dated Nov. 20, 1991) 11. DEPARTMENTAL MATTERS A. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT None B. EMERGENCY SERVICES Cancellation of Lease Agreement with City of Felismere & Approval of Lease Agreement with Fellsmere Vol. Amb. Serv., Inc. Relating to the Community Center Building (memorandum dated Nov. 21, 1991) GENERAL SERVICES None LEISURE .SERVICES E. , None, ,-)1 . r F. PERSONNEL None G. PUBLIC WORKS 1. Final Assessment - Glendale Lakes S/D (memorandum dated Nov. 19, 1981) 2. Sandridge Golf Course New 18/Amendment #2 (memorandum dated Nov. 25, 1991) H. UTILITIES 1. 12th St. Water Proj., Change Order #1 / Royal Poinciana Pk. Water Distribution System (memorandum dated Nov. 25, 1991) 2. Matching Grant Funding Application for R.E.W.A.R.D. Pilot Study, Central Region Effluent Disposal, Phase III (memorandum dated Nov. 25, 1991) 3. Study of Maximum Utilization of 230 Acre County Utility Site at West Regional Waste- water Treatment Plant (memorandum dated Nov. 12, 1991) OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND BUDGET 11. DEPARTMENTAL MATTERS (cont'd): H. UTILITIES DEPARTMENT (cont'd): 4. Glendale Terrace / 24th Ave. Water Service Project Resolutions I and II (memorandum dated Nov. 20, 1991) 12. COUNTY ATTORNEY None 13. COMMISSIONERS ITEMS A. CHAIRMAN RICHARD N. BIRD B. VICE CHAIRMAN GARY C. WHEELER C. COMMISSIONER MARGARET C. BOWMAN . COMMISSIONER CAROLYN K. EGGERT • COMMISSIONER DON C. SCURLOCK, JR. 14. SPECIAL DISTRICTS A. NORTH COUNTY FIRE DISTRICT None B. SOUTH COUNTY FIRE DISTRICT None C. SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL DISTRICT 1. Approval of Minutes - Meeting of 10/22/91 2. Purchase or Properties Surrounding Landfill (memorandum dated Nov. 5, 1991) 15. ADJOURNMENT 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 PROCEEDINGS IS MADE WHICH INCLUDES THE TESTIMONY AND EVIDENCE UPON WHICH THE APPEAL WILL BE BASED. DEC 03 1991 Roow. Tuesday, December 3, 1991 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, December 3, 1991, at 9:00 o'clock A. M. Present were Richard N. Bird, Chairman; Gary C. Wheeler, Vice Chairman; Carolyn K. Eggert, Margaret C. Bowman and Don C. Scurlock, Jr. Also present were James E. Chandler, County Administrator; Charles P. Vitunac, County Attorney; and Patricia Held, Deputy Clerk. The Chairman called the meeting to order, and Administrator Chandler led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA/EMERGENCY ITEMS Administrator Chandler requested deferring Item 11,H,1 for one week. He also requested adding Item 11,E, letter from William Hough regarding the Affordable Housing Mortgage bond issue. Commissioner Eggert requested an addition under her matters as Item 13,D,1 regarding Children's Services Advisory Committee resignations and an appointment. Commissioner Wheeler asked that acceptance of a resignation from the Correctional Planning Committee be placed on the Consent Agenda as Item D. ON MOTION by Commissioner Scurlock, SECONDED by Commissioner Wheeler, the Board unanimously approved the additions and deletion as listed above. APPROVAL OF MINUTES The Chairman asked if there were any additions or corrections to the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of November 5, 1991. There were none. RC1or 84 F'; „ U DEC 031991 Pr— DEC 03 199 ROOlc ON MOTION by Commissioner Eggert, SECONDED by Commissioner Scurlock, the Board approved the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of November 5, 1991 as written. CONSENT AGENDA A. Alternate DOT Representative on Transportation Disadvantaged Coordinating Board The Board reviewed letter from Kent Rice of the Florida Department of Transportation dated November 12, 1991: I FLORIDA lAWFO. 1REEL DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Public Transportation Operations BEM aWATTS • ® 780 Southwest 24th Street samIrmmr Fort Lauderdale, FL 33315-2696 Telephone Number: (305.) 797-8500 . November 12, 1991 The Honorable Margaret Bowman, Chairperson Indian River County Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board 1840 25th Street Vero Beach, Florida 32960 Dear Chairperson Bowman: As you may be aware, Mr. Rick Chesser, Secretary of District IV FDOT, recently appointed me as the Department member of the Indian River County Coordinating Board for the Transportation Disadvantaged. In order to insure continuity on those occasions on which I am unable to attend Board Meetings, please accept Ms. Allison Smith as my designee. Ms. Smith is knowledgeable in, the area of Transportation Disadvantaged and local coordination efforts. Your consideration in this matter is appreciated. Sincerely, Kent Rice District Public Transportation Manager Transportation Programs ON MOTION by Commissioner Eggert, SECONDED by Commissioner Wheeler, the Board unanimously accepted Ms. Allison Smith as the alternative representative to the Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board for the Florida Department of Transportation. 2 B. Out -of -State Travel (NACo Legislative Conference) ON MOTION by Commissioner Eggert, SECONDED by Commissioner Wheeler, the Board unanimously approved out-of-state travel for Commissioners and County Attorney Vitunac to attend the NACo Legislative Conference in Washington, D.C., February 29 through March 3, 1992. - C. Dedication of Decommissioned Watertank Site at Vista Gardens to the Vista Homeowners' Association The Board reviewed memo from Capital Projects Engineer William McCain dated November 19, 1991: DATE: TO: FR9M: NOVEMBER 19, 1991 JAMES E. CHANDLER COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR TERRANCE G. PINT�� DIRECTOR OF UTILITY SE VICES PREPARED WILLIAM F McCAIN AND STAFFED CAPITAL P�;�� CTS E� INEER BY: DEPARTM - LITY SERVICES SUBJECT: DEDICATION OF THE DECOMMISSIONED WATER TANK SITE AT VISTA GARDENS TO THE VISTA HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION BACKGROUND AND ANALYSIS In keeping with the terms of the original franchise agreement with Vista Properties, the Utilities Department was obligated to deed the Vista Gardens water tank site back to Vista Properties (see attached property location map and legal description). Subsequently, Vista Properties has indicated a wish to have the property deeded to the Vista Homeowners Association (see attached correspondence from Vista Properties). The Utilities staff has completed a survey of the property and has removed all connections to the water distribution within Vista Gardens. We are, therefore, requesting Board approval to deed this property over to the Vista Homeowners Association. RECOMMENDATION The staff of the Utilities Department recommends that the Board of County Commissioners approve the deeding of this property to the Vista Homeowners Association. ON MOTION by Commissioner Eggert, SECONDED by Commissioner Wheeler, the Board unanimously approved deeding the Vista Gardens watertank site back to Vista Properties and authorized the Chairman to execute the Deed for the site. COPY OF SAID DEED IS ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF CLERK TO THE BOARD 3 DEC 03199- Ecr)K4.t F,.U.10. Pr- fEC03x(91 BOOK 84 PAGE1O.1. D. Resignation from County Correctional Planning -Committee ON MOTION by Commissioner Eggert, SECONDED by Commissioner Wheeler, the Board unanimously accepted the resignation of Charles L. Visalli from the County Correctional Planning Committee/with regret. PUBLIC HEARING WATER MAIN EXTENSION GROWTH PLAN, PHASE I - RESOLUTION III - WATER SERVICE ASSESSMENT PROJECT The hour of 9:05 o'clock A. M. having passed, the County Attorney announced that this public hearing has been properly advertised as follows: 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 Vero Beach in Indian River County, Florida; that the attached copy of advertisement, being %� % ThNOTICE a /(� I"17/J e Board of County Commissioners of River County, Florida, hereby provides nodes /'�j PUBLIC HEARING scheduled for 9:05 A.M. on in the matter of `C�TG/� � E'� TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3,t a S to d a S- po N PROJECTOrelating to a SPECIAL A thein - for In indlan River for the hr ESS - eel atailation of WATER SERVICE W I OF THE WATER MAIN EXTENSION GROWTH PIAN, and �for special assessment liens to be made opfite�rd en the prides to be served. Anyone who may. wish to appeal any decision which in the Court, was pub- ma that a be made at this meeting willneed tofs ensure verbatim record of the proceedings made, which Includes testimony and evidence upon which fished in said newspaper in the issues of I6%%1!o/ �J ,2 . / fp/,,the a t based. 847425 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 cop •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 ”fore meth,g n day of • (Business Manager) (SEAL) N-Orry F'vt: ic, Stcta of Florida Aly Coramfrinn Explrr.•s June 29 1993 The Board reviewed memo from Utility Services Director Terry Pinto dated November 4, 1991: 4 DATE: TO: NOVEMBER 4, 1991 JAMES E. CHANDLER COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR FROM: TERRANCE G. PINTO DIRECTOR OF UTILITY PREPARED AND STAFFED BY: SUBJECT: JAMES D. CHASTAIN MANAGER OF ASSESS DEPARTMENT OF UTI SERVICES ROJECTS SERVICES WATER MAIN EXTENSION GROWTH PLAN - PHASE I RESOLUTION III WATER SERVICE ASSESSMENT PROJECT INDIAN RIVER COUNTY PROJECT NO. UW -91 -02 -DS BACKGROUND On October 22, 1991, the Indian River County Board of County Commissioners approved Resolutions 91-165 and 91-166, which contained the preliminary assessment roll and established the date of the public hearing for the subject project. Property owners have been notified of the public hearing by certified mail. Resolution 91-165 was published in the PRESS JOURNAL on October 28, 1991. (See attached agenda item and minutes of the above meeting.) ANALYSIS Design of the water distribution system is complete. Approval of the attached Resolution III will confirm and approve the preliminary assessments. The attached map displays the area to benefit from the assessment project. The project will serve the area described by the attached map and is further described below: SUBDIVISION LOCATION Emerson Villas Graves Annex, Vero Beach Homesites Clearview Terrace Indian River Heights Moreland Estates Bonny Vista Subdivisions Haeger Highlands Hickory Hill Estates Metes and Bounds/ yonplatted Properties DEC 0 3 1991 . West Side of 27th Avenue generally bordered by 7th Street, SW, and 31st Avenue bordered by 1st Street, SW and 29th Avenue bordered by 1st Street, -SW, 35th Avenue, and 1st Lane East Side of 27th Avenue bordered by 1st Place, 1st Street, and 24th and 27th Avenues (between 24th Avenue, 8th Avenue, 1st Street, SW, and 4th Street) between 4th and 2nd Streets north side of 4th Street, east'of 10th Avenue varies throughout the above, including 5th Street, SW and between 8th Street and 9th Street, SW (Oslo Road) 5 rA.ti r1( 811 F'rdr1V.i_c DEC U399 FOwK 84 FA6E10j4 This project contains 1,001 Parcel I.D.'s. Of the platted lots in this project, 946 are substandard or "undersized," according to Indian River County's Comprehensive Plan, the County Public Health Unit, Division of Environmental health, which require that new lots utilizing well and septic system be a minimum of 1/2 acre. If served by a public water system, the lot may be reduced to 1/4 acre in size. Lots not meeting these minimum standards are called "undersized lots." The attached map also displays the area to benefit from the assessment project. The total estimated cost to be assessed is:. $1,686,324.34. The cost per square foot is $0.107138. tECOMMENDATION The staff of the Department of Utility Services recommends that the Board of County Commissioners approve the attached Resolution III, which affirms the preliminary assessment on the subject project. Utility Services Director Terry Pinto explained this is the second major water line extension of phase one of the project required by our comprehensive plan. Community Development Director Bob Keating stressed that part of our comprehensive plan involved meeting the requirements of Administrative Rule 10(d)6. That Rule states that where new lots are created with wells and septic tanks the lots must be one-half acre or larger; therefore, the County is obligated to identify the areas in the county which are deficient and provide centralized service into those areas. Director Pinto added that while the lines are required for undersized lots, they are carried into the entire urban service area. He directed the Board's attention to the map showing in various colors the areas with water service in place, the areas with lines under construction, the area in the subject assessment project, an area that has been petitioned by the residents and is ready' to be constructed, and private streets that cannot be serviced unless we receive petitions and rights-of-way. He noted that the subject project consists of 1,001 parcels, 946 of which are considered undersized lots. Mr. Pinto stated the assessment method is on the basis of the square footage of each parcel. This method was chosen because, after studying the many different methods of assessment, the square footage method is the most equitable to everyone. Assessment Projects Manager James D. Chastain recounted that when he became involved with this project he was flooded with phone calls from residents in this general project area, particularly Indian River Heights and surrounding subdivisions, pleading for water service because of the deplorable water conditions and failure of their wells. He also recalled there had been numerous public meetings, some in the evenings, so that everyone had an 6 opportunity to be heard. The assessment method was explained and questions were answered in detail at those meetings as well as in telephone conversations with individuals. Residents were concerned about how and when the assessment would have to be paid. Mr. Chastain said he described the County's financing plan which would lessen the burden for property owners. Director Pinto indicated the large tracts of undeveloped property where the method of assessment was based on square footage 150 feet into the property. This is because at the time that it is developed the owner will be responsible to build all the interior lines required to service those areas. Mr. Pinto understood that the major concern was the cost and stressed that the first billing of the assessment will not take place until one year after the project is completed; so we are talking about 18 months to 2 years before the first assessment billing would go out for this project. As far as building the project itself, it is a very good time, cost -wise. The bids that have been coming in are very favorable for this type of work because of our slow economy. The net result is the project will be more affordable to build and payment will not be due for 18 months to 2 years from now. Commissioner Scurlock asked, and County Administrator Chandler clarified, that County policy has been to finance the assessment for ten years and impact fee for five years, but staff is working on the Board's recommendation to see whether we have the ability to extend impact fee payments to ten years. Mr. Chandler expected to have a --report -back to the Board in two weeks. In the meantime, the impact fees on the subject project will be funded under the current policy of five years for payment. Commissioner Scurlock felt the County ought to be providing an easy -payment plan to residents and that we should be looking for a creative financing mechanism to do so. Chairman Bird said the entire Board shared the concern and desire to make utilities as affordable as possible, but there is the problem of cash flow, and the interest on borrowed funds to construct improvements could be a factor in the final decision. County Administrator Chandler agreed those details will be considered in the figures presented to the Board in the middle of December. Utility Services Director Pinto pointed out while the assessment is made after the system is completed, the impact fee itself, whether financed or paid in full, is not due until connection is made to the system. 7 DEC 03 1991 FkOOF 84 FALlOI0 DEC 03199 The Chairman opened the public hearing and asked if anyone wished to be heard in this matter. Jim Knapp, 251 10th Court, Indian River Heights, came before the Board. He referred to the telephone calls that Mr. Chastain mentioned as undocumented. He said that as a resident of Indian River Heights he had no complaints and had heard no complaints from his neighbors about the water. He felt a survey should have been taken to see if residents really were unhappy with their water. Director Pinto responded that at the public hearings residents asked for water service to this area, but more compelling is the requirement of the comp plan to bring utility services to these areas which are considered potential health problems. He pointed out that we are not forcing property owners to connect to the water lines, but the lines must be put in and the cost must be assessed because a future owner of a particular house may want the availability of water. Tony Consalo, 105 16th Avenue, spoke in favor of water service and said there are serious problems out there. Elizabeth Mason, 665 27th Avenue, spoke in favor of water service but wished there could be adjustments for situations like hers. Her property has a depth of 360 feet and she asked the Board to consider adjusting her assessment since it is one residence. Commissioner Wheeler asked whether this type of situation, where the lot cannot be developed like a larger tract, could be handled equitably. Director Pinto responded that "equitably" is the problem and after looking at and studying every other method of assessment, the square footage was the most equitable. He further pointed out that any time we excuse one property owner, that amount goes back into the system and must be paid for by everyone else. Commissioner Scurlock noted that individual circumstances like this are best addressed through the Commissioners sitting as a board of equity rather than trying to recreate a general formula, which will never be perfect. County Attorney Vitunac advised that whatever theory the Board uses to give relief must be used equitably for everybody else. Discussion ensued regarding the reasoning behind the present formula used in computing assessments, and Director Pinto assured the Board that all possibilities were looked at very closely before a final decision was made. William T. Stone, 425 Southwest First Street, came before the Board and objected to the assessment. He gave examples of Holly Hills and Palm Bay where sewer and water utilities were installed and the only charge was $40 for the meter. He said a water line 8 was installed on Southwest First Street, and there was no assessment to property owners for that. If it could be done on Southwest First Street without an assessment, why he was being assessed for this project. Utility Services Director Pinto explained that the water line was installed on Southwest First Street to service a development down the road. Property -owners along the way benefitted, but it was paid for by the developer. As for Palm Bay and Holly Hills, Mr. Pinto was sure the cost was covered in their rate structure. Indian River County determined long ago that adding the cost of utilities to the rate structure is not equitable. Mr. Stone felt the assessment will hurt him and would prefer to have his own water. Jake Kennedy, 150 Southwest 27th Avenue, asked why he is being assessed when he has had water service for eight years. Director Pinto advised that if he had no agreement to participate in the assessment, he would be exempted from the assessment. He should meet with Mr. Chastain or Mr. Asher after the meeting. Eljean Stone spoke in behalf of Truth Tabernacle Church on 27th Avenue. She asked for clarification on the amount of the assessment because assessments on other churches had been adjusted downward. She gave two examples of churches with more acreage and lower assessments. Director Pinto assured the Board there had been no exemptions for churches. Each piece of property was assessed according to the information contained in the tax records. He suggested Ms. Stone meet with staff after the meeting to check the calculations, and if there were mistakes, they would be corrected. Tom Aldrich, 3063 Fifth Street Southwest, came before the Board and stated he does not live in Emerson Villa but owns property there. He said he had discussed the assessment with other property owners, found opposition to the water service, and was urged to start a petition. Mr. Aldrich presented the signatures to the Board. Mr. Aldrich said he had been told the petition would not be accepted. SAID PETITION IS ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF CLERK TO THE BOARD Commissioner Scurlock responded that the Board would accept the petition, but the driving force in this project is the comp plan and our agreement with the State of Florida to bring service to areas of undersized lots. 9 DEC 0 3 1991 BOOT 4 PACE DEC 0a 1991 BOOK )44 FALE1OLS Chairman Bird added that even though only a third of the lots in Emerson Villas are developed at the present time, when all 120 lots are developed, that will mean 120 wells and 120 septic tanks, which is perceived as a potential health problem. Mr. Aldrich stated he understood the logic behind the project but hoped an exception might be allowed because some of the homes would be built on double lots and even on four lots. Director Pinto stressed that Emerson Villas is one of the targeted undersize -lot subdivisions which are considered by the health department as a potential problem when it is fully developed. The individual lots are unbuildable without the water service. Matt Napier, 2435 Fourth Street, asked why the impact fee is based on an equivalent residential unit while the assessment is based on square footage. Director Pinto explained the construction of water lines is a one-time cost and is sized to the maximum demand of the piece of property. The impact fee is based on the structure which is on that property and, depending on the size of the structure, the impact fee can change. Commissioner Scurlock added that the square footage basis for assessment has been supported in courts of law. Mr. Napier said he opposed this project because he did not feel the cost spread is equitable. Bob King came before the Board and felt the water line is necessary and desirable but objected to the cost. He said it will be a burden on him and he asked the Commissioners to consider the burden that will be placed on residents. Ms. Judith Sandberg, 583 Southwest 27th Avenue, came before the Board and said the cost would be a terrible burden. She said she echoed the comments of the previous speakers. Robert Caraly, 170 9th Court, Indian River Heights, felt a previous question had never been answered: Was there ever a survey? Commissioner Scurlock stated there had been no survey for this project, and explained the compelling force for putting in -water lines is the requirements of the State- Department of Community Affairs. Mr. Caraly was in favor of water and other improvements but questioned the manner of assessment. He felt linear assessment with a maximum cap would be most fair, and suggested it not only would be economically acceptable but would be the compassionate thing -to do. Mr. Caraly agreed residents need financing with longer terms and the lowest interest rate possible. He also asked 10 what the consequences might be for someone who does not hook up now. Commissioner Scurlock explained that impact fees will change depending on the cost of building a treatment facility. Community Development Director Keating said the County policy is that no permit, except for reroofing, will be issued unless there is a hookup to the water service. Mr. Caraly noted there seemed to be objection to square footage assessment and asked if any thought could be given to linear and lateral assessment with a cap for individuals, like the previous speaker who had a larger lot. County Attorney4Vitunac advised that the square footage method of assessment was chosen because everyone, including the Supreme Court and this Commission, were convinced that square footage is more fair. He further explained that this is a one-time expense, the water lines will remain in place and add value to the property. While this particular lady has only one residence on the property, in the future there may be as many as six houses on that same property and there will be water service for them. Discussion ensued on the pros and cons of each method of calculating assessments. Chairman Bird concluded that each project costs X dollars and we have X customers and every adjustment that we make for one individual must be picked Up by the rest of the owners. Mr. Caraly asked for some consideration regarding the interest rate to be charged for financing the assessments, and the Board assured him that staff constantly analyzes our financing alternatives for individuals. At the -same time, we must keep the County secure and we cannot go out and issue debt indiscriminately. Ms. Johnnie Dear, resident of Emerson Villa, said the preceding speaker covered most of her concerns but wanted to make a correction. She felt Emerson Villas is 65 to 70 percent developed and there are many double lots owned by individuals. She also urged lower interest rates and longer finance terms. Henry Martin, 100 11th Court, felt the Board covered all his concerns. He felt there were people who were working and could not be at the meeting who would be interested in longer financing. He asked about the monthly billing after the lines are installed. Director Pinto explained that the monthly charge is to residents who commit to the water by paying the impact- fee to reserve capacity at the treatment plant. Mr. Martin asked whether sewer lines will be installed at some future time. He could not understand why water and sewer are not done at the same time. 11 DEC 031`91 DEC 0 3199Y BOOK oil FA.GLI.O 0 Director Pinto explained there is a ten -foot separation requirement and vastly different pieces of equipment and materials are needed. Unless it is a new development, it has been proven to be more cost effective to do water and sewer separately. He also noted we do not have anything on the drawing board for sewer at this time. Our primary concern is water, which is difficult enough to handle. Matt Napier reappeared and questioned the fifty dollar deposit. Director Pinto explained the deposit is similar to that charged by the telephone and electric companies. It is held to cover unpaid bills and is refunded after two years with interest. Mr. Napier felt the 12 -foot easement was not usable property, and thought it should not be included in the square footage calculation of his property. Chairman Bird explained that the easement is for his benefit and is included with the deed to the property. If all easements were deducted from the assessment calculations, the figures would all adjust accordingly and he would be paying the same amount anyway. Fred Mensing, from Roseland, encouraged the Commission to go ahead with the project and suggested it should be done uniformly and have everyone hook up to the system and not give them a choice because he felt it would be more efficient and cost-effective. Tom Aldrich reappeared and wanted clarification on his inference that there was a possibility Emerson Villas could be excluded from this project. Director Pinto explained that staff will always tell residents they have the right to petition, and encourage residents to petition the Board. However, this is a target area with small lots and the Utility Services Department's recommendation is to include Emerson Villas in the project. Chairman Bird added that the comprehensive plan requires that we provide water. We are committed to service these undersized lots. He could not see another time when it would be more feasible or more cost-effective. Mr. Aldrich pointed out that everyone he spoke to did not want the water now and did not indicate there might be a time in future when they would want the water. Chairman Bird wished it were that simple but there are too many other elements as far as health, safety, welfare of the citizens and the mandates of the State Comp Plan. This cannot be done by a majority vote. 12 Mr. Aldrich argued that he felt his area was unique and could be excluded. Commissioner Scurlock noted the recommendation of staff is that this is not just a spur, does not fall into any category where it could be excluded and is part of what this program addresses. Commissioner Scurlock again voiced his concern regarding financing and urged staff -to be as flexible as possible, especially in these cases where it has not been petitioned and where people have been living in their homes for 20 or 30 or 40 years, and to make this program as cost-effective as possible. County Administrator Chandler stated staff will have a report on December 17. It was determined that no one else wished to be heard and the Chairman closed the public hearing. ON MOTION by Commissioner Scurlock, SECONDED by Commissioner Eggert, the Board unanimously adopted Resolution 91-177, Confirming the Special Assessments in Connection with Phase I of the Water Main Extension Growth Plan and Providing for Special Assessment Liens to be made of Record, as recommended by staff. RESOLUTION 91-177 AND SPECIAL ASSESSMENT ROLL IS ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF CLERK TO THE BOARD RESOLUTION NO. 91- 177 A RESOLUTION OF INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA, CONFIRMING THE SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS IN CONNECTION WITH PHASE I OF THE WATER MAIN EXTENSION GROWTH PLAN AND PROVIDING FOR SPECIAL ASSESSMENT LIENS TO BE MADE OF RECORD. WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners of Indian River County has, by Resolution No. 91-165, adopted October 22, 1991, determined to make special assessments against certain properties to be serviced by Phase I of the Water Main Extension Growth Plan of the County located in certain areas east and west of 27th Avenue; and 13 DEC 03 `i99`I !A00 64 1-A 1O2i. DEC C3 1991 E1OOK JL# FElk 4, WHEREAS, said resoiution described the manner in which said special assessments shall be made and how said special assessments are to be paid; and WHEREAS, the resolution was published on October 28, 1991, as required by Section 11-52, Indian River County Code; and r WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners of Indian " River County passed Resolution No. 91-166, on October 22, 1991, 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 the chance to be heard as to any and all complaints as to said project and said special assessments, and for the Board to act as required by Section 11-53, Indian River County Code; and WHEREAS, notice of the time and place of the public hearing was published in the Press Journal Newspaper on Friday, November 15, 1991, and Friday, November 22, 1991 (twice one week apart; the last being at least one week prior to the hearing) , 'as required by Section 11-52, Indian Rivdr County Code; and WHEREAS, the land owners of record were mailed notices at least ten days prior to the hearing, as required by Section 11-52, Indian River County Code; and WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners of Indian River County on Tuesday, December 3, 1.991 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 attached 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. The County will record the special assessments and this resolution, 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. r 14 The resolution was moved for adoption by Commissioner Scurlock , and the motion was seconded by Commissioner and, upon being put to a vote, the vote was as follows: Chairman Richard N. Bird Aye Vice Chairman Gary C. Wheeler Aye Commissioner Don C. Scurlock, Jr. Aye Commissioner Margaret C. Bowman Aye Commissioner Carolyn K. Eggert Aye Eq.ger-t , The Chairman thereupon declared the resolution duly passed and adopted this 3 day of December , 1991. BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA By Richard N. Bird Chairman GIFFORD PARK RENTAL BY MT. ZION AME CHURCH, JANUARY 15-20. 1992 The Board reviewed memo from County Administrator Jim Chandler dated. November 20, 1991: TO: Board -:of. County Commissioners DATE: November 20, 1991 THROUGH: James E. Chandler County Administrator • FILE: GIFFORD PARK RENTAL SUBJECT: Randy Dowling FROM: Ass't. to County Administrator REFERENCES: Mr. Ralph Lundy of the Mt. Zion AME Church, Inc. has requested to use Gifford Park for the church's second annual carnival event to be held January 15-20, 1992. The Recreation. Department does not have a conflict with those dates. The event, similar to last 'year's event, will be open to the public and is expected to have about 100-200 people per day. The church will be contracting with a major amusement company for approximately six children rides, ten adult rides, and two large rides. The event will also have food, games, and arts/crafts booths. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Gifford Park recreation teams, Our Father's Table Soup Kitchen, and the Gifford Community Center. The Church, as the sponsor, has agreed to comply with all county requirements as outlined below: 1) Proof of insurance for the amusement company and. the church. 2) County occupational license for the amusement company. 15 DEC U3 1991 1300 C' DEc 03 i991 3) Inspection of all food services by the County's Public Health Unit. 4) Life safety inspection of all electrical equipment by the County's Emergency Services, Department. 5) Inspection of all amusement rides by the Florida Department of Agriculture. 6) Rental fee for Gifford Park in accordance with the Fairground fee schedule - $50 per day and a $100 trash/cleanup deposit. 7) Dumpsters, porta-lets, and security as needed. Staff recommends the Board approve Mr. Lundy's request to use Gifford Park during January 15-20, 1992 for the carnival event subject to the County requirements as outlined above. ON MOTION by Commissioner Scurlock, SECONDED by Commissioner Wheeler, the Board unanimously approved use of Gifford Park on January 15-20, 1992, for the event sponsored by Mt. Zion AME Church, Inc., subject to requirements as outlined above, as recommended by staff. Barbara Pope, representing Ralph Lundy, thanked the Commissioners and spoke to the Board about the necessity for communication between Our Father's Table and the various commissions and agencies, such as the Board of County Commission. Ms. Pope stated that as our economy continues to falter and unemployment grows, more and more people are hungry and coming to Our Father's Table. At the same time, our sources of food and money are decreasing. There is a need to try to raise money in other ways and that is the reason for holding this special event. CANCELLATION OF LEASE AGREEMENT WITH CITY OF FELLSMERE AND APPROVAL OF LEASE AGREEMENT WITH FELLSMERE VOLUNTEER AMBULANCE SERVICE. INC. RELATING TO THE COMMUNITY CENTER BUILDING The Board reviewed memo from Emergency Services Director Doug Wright dated November 21, 1991: 16 TO: Board of County Commissioners THROUGH: James Chandler County Admi is rator vitAd FROM: Doug Wright, Director Emergency Services DATE: November 21, 1991 SUBJECT: Cancellation of Lease Agreement with City of Fellsmere and Approval of Lease Agreement with Fellsmere Volunteer Ambulance Service, Inc., Relating to the Community Center Building It is respectfully requested that the information contained herein be given formal consideration by the Board of County Commissioners at the next regular scheduled meeting. DESCRIPTION AND CONDITIONS Pursuant to a letter received from Fellsmere Mayor Joseph P. Brooks, Sr., on August 5, 1991, and subsequent conversations, action was initiated on October 8, 1991, to cancel the existing lease agreement with the Ci=ty of Fellsmere regarding the Community Center Building. The Fellsmere Volunteer Ambulance Service, Inc., was and is using part of the Community Center Building as sleeping quarters for staff. They have expressed an interest in leasing the entire building for purposes related to the ambulance operation in the Fellsmere community,. The County Attorney prepared the appropriate cancellation of lease documents which were forwarded to Mayor Brooks on October 8, 1991. The Fellsmere City Council approved the cancellation of lease agreement on November 14, 1991, during the regular meeting. The executed document has been received by staff and it is before the Board for consideration. If the Board approves the lease cancellation, it is staff's position that the Community Center Building should be leased to the Fellsmere Volunteer Ambulance Service, Inc. The building is in need of considerable repair and the ambulance service has agreed to repair/maintain the premises and structure. A lease agreement has been prepared to lease the building and grounds to the ambulance service for a term of ten -(10) years at a rental of $1.00 per year. ALTERNATIVES AND ANALYSIS The Fellsmere Volunteer Ambulance Service is providing a very needed service in the area and use of the Community Center Building would enhance and benefitfthe emergency medical service to the area. While the .ambulance service would control the use of the premises under the proposed lease agreement, staff has been advised that other organizations would have access and use of the building. Improvements to the interior and exterior of the structure is planned by the ambulance service. If, the Board decides not to approve the lease agreement, the alternative is that the county would be required to expend considerable public funds to bring the structure up to standard since the roof leaks have caused substantial damage to the interior of the building. The proposed lease agreement has been executed by the Fellsmere , Volunteer Ambulance Service, Inc., and it is now before the Board for consideration. 17 DEC (d 3 1991 bi 1 PL,ot( DEC 03 1991 Ku f CE ii2 t -J 1Staff recommends the Board approve the cancellation of the lease agreement with the City of Fellsmere and approve the lease agreement with the Fellsmere Volunteer Ambulance Service, Inc., as relates to the Community Center Building located in Fellsmere adjacent to the ambulance service. Staff also recommends that the Board authorize the Chairman to execute the necessary documents involving the leases. ATTACHMENTS Letter from Mayor Brooks dated August 5, 1991 Cancellation of Lease Agreement with City of Fellsmere Lease Agreement with Fellsmere Volunteer Ambulance Service, Inc. MOTION WAS MADE by Commissioner Eggert, SECONDED by Commissioner Scurlock, to approve the cancellation of the lease agreement with the City of F and approve the lease agreement with Fellsmere Volunteer Ambulance Service, Inc., as relates to the Community Center Building located in Fellsmere adjacent to the ambulance service, and authorized the Chairman to execute the necessary documents involving the leases, as recommended by staff. Under discussion, Commissioner Bowman asked who will be paying for the repairs to this building. Emergency Services Director Wright responded that the repairs have been done by the Fellsmere Volunteer Ambulance personnel. The volunteers have been using the back of the building for some time as sleeping quarters and now will be using the entire building. The building will still be availableto the public but will be maintained much better. THE CHAIRMAN CALLED FOR THE QUESTION. It was voted on and carried unanimously. CANCELLATION OF LEASE AGREEMENT WITH CITY OF FELLSMERE IS ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF CLERK TO -THE BOARD LEASE AGREEMENT WITH FELLSMERE VOLUNTEER AMBULANCE SERVICE, INC. IS ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF CLERK TO THE BOARD 18 SCHEDULE PUBLIC HEARING TO DISCUSS LETTER FROM WM. HOUGH .& CO. REGARDING COUNTY'S PARTICIPATION IN ESCAMBIA COUNTY'S SINGLE FAMILY BOND PROGRAM County Administrator Chandler noted that in order to have a public hearing with a 14 -day notice, we would have to set a special meeting to discuss this matter. ON MOTION by Commissioner Scurlock, SECONDED by Commissioner Eggert, the Board unanimously scheduled a public hearing on Friday, December 20, 1991 at 9:00 a.m. to discuss Indian River County's participation ,in Escambia County's Bond Program. FINAL ASSESSMENT - GLENDALE LAKES SUBDIVISION The Board reviewed memo from Public Works Director James Davis dated November 19, 1991: TO: FROM: James E. Chandler, County Administrator James W. Davis, P.E., Public Works Director SUBJECT: Final Assessment - Glendale Lakes Subdivision DATE: November 19, 1991 FILE: glnasblt.agn DESCRIPTION AND CONDITIONS _.. .The establishment of the assessment roll for Glendale Lakes Subdivisi6n7and installation of street lighting has been :completed.___The final assessment is as follows: • First Time Assessment for 22 Months Lights General/Administrative Contingency (5%) First Year(20% of 12 month cost Commissions and Fees Property Appraiser $ 4,686 200 234 511 $ 5,631 Per Parcel/Acre Cost .. $60.22 • Annual Estimate after Initial Assessment $ 2,556 200 128 40. 40 $ 2,964 $37..05 This final assessment roll has been prepared and is ready to be delivered to the Clerk of the Court for recordation and to the Tax Collector's office for collection. Assessments are to•be .paid within 90 days'or in two equal installments, the first to be made; within three .months from .the ,due ,.date and, subseauent payments to be due yearly thereafter. 19 DEC 0 3191 ?S4 Flirt? 7 DEC 3 1991 (C)O F',jE,O s RECOMMENDATIONS AND FUNDING It is recommended that the final assessment roll and the "As -Built Resolution" for the establishment of an assessment roll ,and installation of street lighting be approved by the Board of County Commissioners and that it be transferred to the Office of 'the Clerk to the Board for recording in the "Assessment Lien Book" and to'the Tax Collector's office for collection. ON MOTION by Commissioner Scurlock, SECONDED by Commissioner Eggert, the Board unanimously adopted Resolution 91-178, certifying "As -Built" costs for installation of Street Lights Improvements to Glendale Lakes Estates Subdivision, designated as Project No. 9114, and other construction necessitated by such project, as recommended by staff. RESOLUTION 91-178, WITH FINAL ASSESSMENT ROLL ATTACHED, IS ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF CLERK TO THE BOARD RESOLUTION NO. 91- 178 A RESOLUTION OF INDIAN RIVER COUNTY CERTIFYING "AS -BUILT" COSTS FOR INSTALLATION OF STREET LIGHTS IMPROVEMENTS TO GLENDALE LAKES ESTATES SUBDIVISION, DESIGNATED AS PROJECT NO. 9114, AND OTHER CONSTRUCTION NECESSITATED BY SUCH PROJECT; PROVIDING FOR FORMAL COMPLETION DATE, AND DATE FOR PAYMENT WITHOUT PENALTY AND INTEREST. WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners of Indian River County determined that the improvements for the property located with boundaries as described in this title, designated as Project .No. 9114, were necessary to promote the public welfare of the county; and WHEREAS, on July 23, 1991, the Board held a public hearing at which time and place, the owners of the property to be assessed appeared before the Board to be heard as to the propriety and advisability of making such improvements; and WHEREAS, after such public hearing was held the County Commission adopted Resolution No. 91-78, which confirmed the special assessment cost of the project to the property specially benefited by the project in the amounts listed in an attachment to that resolution; and 20 WHEREAS, the Director of Public Works has certified the actual "as -built" cost now that the project has been completed is SIXTY DOLLARS AND TWENTY TWO CENTS ($60.22) per parcel, which is less than the amount per parcel in the confirming Resolution No. 91-73, NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA, that: 1. The final assessment roll for the project listed in Resolution No. 91-78 shall be shown on the attached Exhibit 111A111. 2. The kssessments as shown on the attached Exhibit "A" shall stand confirmed and remain legal, valid, and binding first liens against the property against which such assessments are made until paid. 3. The assessments shown on attached Exhibit "A" will be recorded by the County on the public records of Indian River County, and the lien shall constitute prima facie evidence of its validity. This resolution was moved for adoption by Commissioner Scurlock and the motion was seconded by Eggert Commissioner and, upon being put to a vote, the vote was as follows: Chairman Richard N. Bird Aye Vice -Chairman Gary C. Wheeler Aye Commissioner Don C. Scurlock, Jr. Aye Commissioner Carolyn K. Eggert Aye Commissioner Margaret C. Bowman Aye The Chairman thereupon declared the resolution duly passed and adopted this 3 day of December 1991. 21 DEC 031991 BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA By RICHARD N. BIRD, Chairman DEC 03 1991 FR�o� F'AGEiO30 SANDRIDGE GOLF COURSE NEW 18 - AMENDMENT #2 The Board reviewed memo from Capital Projects Manager Terry Thompson dated November 25, 1991: S.• TO: James E. Chandler, County Administrator THROUGH: James W. Davis, P.E., Public Works Director FROM: Terry B. Thompson, P.E. Capital Projects Manager SUBJECT: Sandridge Golf Course New 18• Amendment No. 2 DATE: November 25, 1991 FILE: snrdadm2.agn DESCRIPTION AND CONDITIONS 'Kimley-Horn & Associates, Inc. is under contra -it with Indian River County to provide professional surveying, civil and structural engineering, and additional related miscellaneous services in all phases of•Sandridge Golf Course New 18. The County has requested that Kimley-Horn make revisions to the site plan and prepare applications for wetland (permitting. When this project was negotiated it had not been determined }if wetlands existed on the site, services were included for determining if there were wetlands, but since it.was not known if wetlands existed,no fees were, provided for • w etlands permitting. , The compensation due• the Consultant for the attached (•amendment is $10,500. This, added to the current contract Lamount.of $71,660 will result.in a new contract amount of $82,160. . • '.RECOMMENDATIONS AND FUNDING Staff recommends that. -the Board authorize the Chairman to sign the attached Amendment No. 2. Funding is from Account . No. 418-000-169-018.00 - WIP-Sandridge Phase II. ON MOTION by Commissioner Eggert, SECONDED by Commissioner Scurlock, the Board unanimously approved and authorized the Chairman to execute Amendment No. 2 to Sandridge Golf Course New 18 Professional Engineering/Land Surveying Services Agreement, as recommended by staff. AMENDMENT NUMBER 2 TO THE ABOVE-MENTIONED AGREEMENT IS ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF CLERK TO THE BOARD 22 MATCHING GRANT FUNDING APPLICATION FOR R.E.W.A.R.D. PILOT STUDY, CENTRAL REGION EFFLUENT DISPOSAL, PHASE III The Board reviewed memo from Utility Services Director Terry Pinto dated November 25, 1991: DATE: NOVEMBER 25,--1991 TO: JAMES E. CHANDLER COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR FROM: TERRANCE G. PINTO DIRECTOR OF UTILITY SERVICES PREPARED ROBERT O. WISEMEN, P.E.p,�,✓ AND STAFFED ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEEROW� BY: DEPARTMENT OF UTILITY SERVICES SUBJECT: MATCHING GRANT FUNDING APPLICATION FOR R.E.W.A.R.D. PILOT STUDY, CENTRAL REGION EFFLUENT DISPOSAL, PHASE III IRC PROJECT NO. US -90 -23 -ED BACKGROUND. On June 4, 1991, the Board of County Commissioners approved the agreement and Work Authorization No. 1 for study, design, permitting, construction administration and inspection of a Central Regional ,Alternate Effluent Disposal and Transmission System. Phase II of said project is• an investigation concerning the R.E.W.A.R.D. System :(Reclaimed Water Recovery and Discharge System). It includes studying, :analyzing and developing a proposal concerning effluent perimeter well extraction located on the County's own 30 -acre site and subsequent injection of recovered water for development of a salt water intrusion =barrier system. ,ANALYSIS The study is concluded. (See reportcopy, attached.) The Department of Environmental Regulation enthusiastically wants to see this study become the first approved in the groundwater resources recharge and recycling water method. Communications with the St. Johns River Water Management District hydrogeologist and several other of their personnel .show their support of this pilot study, due to its effort to help the depleted condition of fresh groundwater in the district. Indian River County is one coastal area of concern in the district. • The preliminary estimated cost for the R.E.W.A.R.D. pilot study, Central Region Alternate Effluent Disposal, Phase III, is as follows: a. Engineering consultant fee (PEC, Inc.), with upper limit b. Hydrogeology subconsultant, in design, permitting and construction of extraction well, underground study for two-year period, with upper limit c. Administrative cost Total estimated cost: $ 45,000.00* $200,000.00* $ 25,000.00* $270,000.00 Note: *This figure is a preliminary estimated cost to apply for the grant. The figure can be adjusted if necessary when the final cost is known. The formal engineering request for work authorization of this pilot study will be presented before the Board of County Commissioners, after the Department receives a conceptual permit from D.E.R. for said pilot study. 23 OEC '0 3 199 L POCiK U F E1OJ1 DEC 0 31991 On November 12, Consultants, Inc project, spoke St. Johns River Management. BOOK F 6E1OP3�, 1991, -Joe Margio, P.E., of Professional Engineering ., Orlando, and project engineerfor the subject with Christy Lampe, senior project coordinator, Water Management District, Department of Groundwater In this conversation, Mr. Margio spoke on behalf of Indian River County seeking funding for the subject pilot study. Ms. Lampe informed him about funding availability for this kind of study on a first-come, first -serve basis. At the same time, staff 'had contacted S.W.I.M. (Surface Water •Improvement Management of the St. Johns River Water Management District) seeking funding for the same project. The Department of Groundwater Management emphasizes a groundwater resources recharge. program, and S.W.I.M. emphasizes improving the surface waterality in the Indian River lagoon basin. The R.E.W.A.R.D. Project has benefits for both programs. Therefore, the St. Johns River Water Management District suggests the County write a letter to their office requesting eligibility for matching grant funding for fiscal year 1992-93. Attached is a letter drafted to Mr. Henry Dean, Executive Director of St. Johns River Water Management District., which must accompany a Resolution signed by the Chairman of the Indian River County Board of County Commissioners (see attached). The request of eligibility letter shall be submitted as soon as possible before their meeting in early December 1991, to determine which project will be eligible for the fiscal year 1992-93 grant program. The grant shall fund 50% ($200,000.00) of the pilot study cost. The rest of the cost shall be funded from the sewer impact fee fund. In case the pilot study is not eligible for said grant program, the staff will return to the Board for further direction. RECOMMENDATION' ;,The Department of Utility Services recommends that the Board of County Commissioners approve the pilot study and authorize the Chairman of the Board of County Commissioners to execute the resolution to apply for a matching grant from St. Johns River Water Management District. ON MOTION by Commissioner Scurlock, SECONDED by Commissioner Eggert, the Board unanimously adopted Resolution 91-179 authorizing application to St. Johns River Water Management District for matching grant funding for Shallow Well Extraction/Injection System Pilot Study, for a proposed total budget cost of $200,000, as recommended by staff. 24 RESOLUTION NO, 91- 179 A RESOLUTION OF INDIAN RIVER COUNTY TO THE ST. JOHNS RIVER WATER MANAGEMENT DISTRICT REGARDING SHALLOW WELL EXTRAC- TION/INJECTION SYSTEM PILOT STUDY. WHEREAS, the Florida Department of Environmental Regulation is currently evaluating a proposed shallow extraction/injection well system as an alternate method of disposing of treated effluent rather than disposing of the effluent through deep well injection; and WHEREAS, since the benefits of this pilot study will be useful for the entire St. Johns River Water Management District territory, Indian River County would like to request that the District contribute on a matching basis to the cost of the study, NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA, that the Board respectfully requests that the St. Johns River Water Management District participate on a 50/50 matching basis in the proposed total budget cost of $200,000 for a pilot project studying the benefits of a shallow extraction/ injection well system as an alternative to deep well injection. The resolution was moved for adoption by Commissioner Sc u r 1 a r_ k •, and the motion was seconded by Commissioner Eggert , and, upon being put to a vote, the vote was as follows: Chairman Richard N. Bird Ay e Vice Chairman Gary C. Wheeler Aye Commissioner Don C. Scurlock, Jr. Aye Commissioner Margaret C. Bowman Aye Commissioner Carolyn K. Eggert A y e The Chairman thereupon declared the resolution duly passed and adopted this 3 day of DEC 199 December , 1991. BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA By 25 Richard N. Bird Chairman 1 w 11(7oK f';,��C� �t t DEC'S 119°,1 a ?GU. 84 Fivr.1V 4 STUDY OF MAXIMUM UTILIZATION OF 230 ACRE COUNTY UTILITY SITE AT WEST REGIONAL WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT The Board reviewed memo from Utility Services Director Terry Pinto dated November 12, 1991: DATE: NOVEMBER 12, 1991 TO: .JAMES E. CHANDLER COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR_ FROM: PREPARED AND STAFFED i BY: SUBJECT: TERRANCE G. PINTO DIRECTOR OF UTILITY SERVICES ROBERT O. WISEMEN, P.E. ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEER WILLIAM F. McCAIN CAPITAL PROJECTS ENGINEER DEPARTMENT OF UTILITY SERVICES STUDY OF MAXIMUM UTILIZATION OF 230 -ACRE COUNTY UTILITY SITE AT WEST REGIONAL WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT INDIAN RIVER COUNTY PROJECT NO. US -92 -03 -ED BACKGROUND • Presently, the West Regional utility site is able to dispose of only 0.77 MGD of effluent water during the dry season. The incoming connections of mobile home parks in the area create a deficit in its capability to dispose of the production of effluent from the plant. L.The present irrigation on this type of soil shows a very small amount of effluent disposal on the 230 acres of land. The Department seeks other alternative methods to increase efficiency for the said site. _. ,ANALYSIS FBased on the interpretation of an underground investigation, the study recommended to the County as the primary effluent disposal system would have to adhere to the Department of Environmental ~Regulation rules, County ground recharge ordinances, and other [regulatory agencies' related rules. The system should- meet the <<following criteria: a. Most cost effective (the most economical cost for effluent disposal). A construction cost comparison,is expected from other alternative methods. b. Most efficient system. A system which will be able to dispose of the most gallonage on the 230 -acre County utility site. c. Permittable by any regulatory agency. A conceptual letter or permit from regulatory agencies is expected. The funding. for this study will be funded from Sewer Impact Fees. pECOMMENDATION The Department of Utility Services recommends that the Board of County Commissioners approve the advertisement of an RPT. for 'the subject study. 26 ON MOTION by Commissioner. Scurlock, SECONDED by Commissioner Eggert, the Board unanimously approved advertisement of a Request For Proposals for a study of maximum utilization of 230 acre County Utility site at the West Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant, as recommended by staff. GLENDALE TERRACE - 24TH AVENUE WATER SERVICE PROJECT RESOLUTIONS I AND II The Board reviewed memo from Utility Services Director Terry Pinto dated November 20, 1991: DATE: • TO: • PROM: NOVEMBER 20, 1991 JAMES E. CHANDLER COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR TERRANCE G. PINTO/ DIRECTOR OF UTILITY SERVICES PREPARED .. JAMES D. CHASTAI AND STAFFED MANAGER OF ASSEST PROJECTS BY: DEPARTMENT OF ITY SERVICES SUBJECT: GLENDALE TERRACE/24TH AVENUE WATER SERVICE PROJECT RESOLUTIONS I AND II INDIAN RIVER COUNTY PROJECT NO. UW -91 -24 -DS .BACKGROUND "On September. 10, 1991, the Indian River County Board of County 'Commissioners approved the petition for water service in Glendale ..Terrace Subdivision --24th Avenue, north of 8th Street. Design 'service has been completed by the Department o_f Utility Services staff. We are now ready to begin the assessment process associated jjwith this project. (Seeattached agenda item.) .. ,ANALYSIS ,Attached are Resolutions I and II for the assessment project. The .cost per square foot is .$0.09534818505, and the project will serve 29 platted lots bordering on 24th Avenue and one non-plattedparcel on the north side of 8th Street. The petition for this service was signed by owners of 20, or 67% of the lots. All of the platted lots in this project are substandard or "undersized." According to Indian River County's Comprehensive Plan, and the County Public Health Unit, Division of Environmental Health, new lots utilizing well and septic systems must be a minimum of one-half acre. If served by a public water system, the lot may be reduced .to one-quarter acre in size. Lots not meeting these minimum standards are called "undersized lots." The attached map displays the area to benefit from the assessment project. The total estimated cost to be assessed is $29,241.00. RECOMMENDATION The staff of the.Department of Utility Services recommends that the Board of County Commissioners approve the attached Resolutions and set the assessment hearing date. 27 DEC 63 i991 BOOK F FAGEl6J5 Pr - DEC 0 3 199 EvoK ON MOTION by Commissioner Eggert, SECONDED by Commissioner Scurlock, the Board unanimously adopted Resolution 91-180, Providing for Water Service to Glendale Terrace (24th Avenue), and Resolution 91- 181, setting a Public Hearing for January 7, 1992, as recommended by staff. RESOLUTION NO. 91- 180 A RESOLUTION OF INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA, PROVIDING FOR WATER SERVICE TO GLENDALE TERRACE (24TH AVENUE) WATER SERVICE; PROVIDING THE TOTAL ESTIMATED COST, METHOD OF PAYMENT OF ASSESSMENTS, NUMBER OF ANNUAL INSTALLMENTS, AND LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF THE AREA SPECIFICALLY SERVED. ".{,E143(3) WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners of Indian River County has determined that the improvements herein described are necessary to promote the public welfare of the county and has deter- mined to defray the cost thereof by special assessments against certain properties to be serviced by water service to Glendale Terrace (24th Avenue), hereinafter referred to as Project No. UW -91 -24 -DS; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA, as follows: 1. The County does hereby determine that Water Service to Glendale Terrace (24th Avenue) shall be installed in 30 properties, and the cost thereof shall be specially assessed in accordance with the provisions of Sections 11-41 through 11-47 of the Code of Laws and Ordinances of Indian River County. 2. The total estimated project assessment cost of the above-described improvements is shown to be $29,241 or $0.09534818505 per square foot to be paid by the property specially benefited as shown on the assessment plat on file with the Department of Utility Services. 3. A special assessment in the amount of $0.09534818505 per square foot shall be assessed against each of the properties designated on the assessment plat. This assessment may be raised or lowered by action of the Board of County Commissioners after the public hearing, at the same meeting, as required by the referenced County Code. 28 4. The special assessments shall be due and payable and may be paid in full within 90 days after the date of the resolution of the Board with respect to credits against the special assessments after completion of the improvements (the "Credit Date") without interest. If not paid in full, the special assessments may be paid in ten equal.. yearly installments of principal plus interest. If not paid when due, there shall be added a penalty of 1-1/2% of the principalnot paid when due. The unpaid balance of the special assessments shall bear interest at a. rate of 9-3/4% from the Credit Date until paid. 5. There is presently on file with the Department of Utility Services a plat showing the area to be assessed, plans and specifications, and an estimate of the cost of the proposed improvements. All of these are open to inspection by the public at the Department of Utility Services. 6. An assessment roll with respect to the special assessments shall promptly be prepared in connection with the special assessments. 7.. Upon the adoption of this resolution, the Indian River County Utility Services , Department shall cause this resolution to be pub- lished at least one time in the Vero Beach Press Journal before the public hearing required by Section 11-46. The resolution was moved for adoption by Commissioner Eggert , and the motion was seconded by Commissioner Scurlock and, upon being put to a vote, the vote was as follows: Chairman Richard N. Bird Vice Chairman Gary C. Wheeler Commissioner Don C. Scurlock, Jr. Commissioner Margaret C. Bowman Commissioner Carolyn K. Eggert Aye Aye Aye Aye Aye The Chairman thereupon declared the resolution duly passed and adopted this 3 day of December , 1991. BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA By 29 DEC 03 1991 Richard N. Bird Chairman EkOOK 04 F'';E,W J7 DEC a 4,,; '091 Eooa F ElOPJS RESOLUTION NO. 91- 181 A RESOLUTION OF INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA, SETTING A TIME AND PLACE AT WHICH THE OWNERS OF PROPERTIES LOCATED IN GLENDALE TERRACE (24TH AVENUE), AND OTHER INTERESTED PERSONS, MAY APPEAR BEFORE THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS AND BE HEARD AS TO THE PROPRIETY AND ADVISABIL- ITY OF CONSTRUCTING WATER SERVICE TO GLENDALE TERRACE, AS TO THE COST THEREOF, AS TO THE MANNER OF PAYMENT THEREFOR, AND AS TO THE AMOUNT THEREOF TO BE SPECIALLY ASSESSED AGAINST EACH PROPERTY BENEFITED THEREBY. WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners of Indian River County has, by Resolution No. 91-180_ determined that it is necessary for the public welfare of the citizens of the county, and , ,<-ularly as to those living, working, and owning property within the area described hereafter, that a waterline be installed in approximately 30 properties hereinafter described; and WHEREAS, it has been determined that the cost to be specially assessed with respect thereto shall be $0.09534818505 per square foot; and WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners has caused an assessment roll to be completed and filed with the Clerk to the Board; and WHEREAS, Section 11-46, Indian River County Code, requires that the Board of County Commissioners shall fix a time and place at which the owners of the properties to be assessed or any other persons interested therein may appear before the Board of County Commissioners and be heard as to the propriety and advisability of constructing such water main extension, as to the cost thereof, as to the manner of payment therefor, and as to the amount thereof to be assessed against each property benefited thereby, NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA, as follows: 1. The County Commission shall meet at the County Commission Chambers in the County Administration Building at the hour of 9:05 a.m. on Tuesday, January 7, 1992, at which time the 30 owners of the properties to be assessed and any other interested persons may appear before said Commission and be heard in regard thereto. The area to be improved and the properties to be specially benefited - are more particularly described upon the assessment plat and the assessment roll with regard to the special assessments. 2. All persons interested in the construction of said improvements and the special assessments against the properties to be specially benefited may review the assessment plat showing the area to be assessed, the assessment roll, the plans and specifications for said improvements, and an estimate of the cost thereof at the office of the Department of Utility Services any week day from 8:30 a.m. until 5:00" p.m. 3. Notice of the time and place of this public hearing shall be given by two publications in the Press Journal Newspaper one week apart. The last publication shall be at least one week prior to the date of the hearing. The Indian River County Department of Utility Services shall give the owner of each property to be specially assessed at least ten days notice in writing of such tlme and place, which shall be served by mailing a copy of such notice to each of such property owners at his last known address. The resolution was moved for adoption by Commissioner Eggert , and the motion was seconded by Commissioner Scurl ock and, upon being put to a vote, the vote was as follows: Chairman Richard N. Bird Aye Vice Chairman Gary C. Wheeler Aye Commissioner Don C. Scurlock, Jr. Aye Commissioner Margaret C. Bowman Aye Commissioner Carolyn K. Eggert Aye The Chairman thereupon declared the resolution duly passed and adopted this 3 day of December , 1991. BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA By 31 DEC 0 3 i99' L Richard N. Bird Chairman ROOK 84 rAGE.1.03g DEC 03 1991 CHILDREN'S SERVICES ADVISORY COMMITTEE - RESIGNATION OF FRAN HARRISON AND ALTERNATE LENORA OUIMBY AND APPOINTMENT OF PATTY HINTON ON MOTION by Commissioner Eggert, SECONDED by Commissioner Wheeler, the Board unanimously accepted the resignations of Fran Harrison and her alternate, Lenora Quimby, from the Children's Services Advisory Committee, with regret, and appointed Patty Hinton to that committee. SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL DISTRICT Chairman Bird announced that immediately upon adjournment the Board would reconvene sitting as the 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 11:25 o'clock A. M. ATTEST: J. K. Barton, Clerk 32 Richard N. Bird, Chairman