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HomeMy WebLinkAbout5/12/1992BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA A C E N D A REGULAR MEETING TUESDAY, MAY 12, 1992 9:00 A.M. - COUNTY COMMISSION CHAMBER COUNTY ADMINISTRATION BUILDING 1840 25TH STREET VERO BEACH, FLORIDA COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Carolyn K. Eggert, Chairman Margaret C. Bowman, Vice Chairman Richard N. Bird Don C. Scurlock, Jr. Gary C. Wheeler 9:00 A. M. 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. INVOCATION - James E. Chandler, County Administrator Charles P. Vitunac, County Attorney Jeffrey K. Barton, Clerk to the Board 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - Comm. Gary C. Wheeler 4. ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA/EMERGENCY ITEMS A. Commissioner Bird requested .addition of Item 13,C, Report of Parks &.Recreation Committee S. PROCLAMATION AND PRESENTATIONS Adoption and presentation of Proclamation Designating May 10 Thru May 16, 1992 as Emer. Med. Services Week 6. APPROVAL OF MINUTES None 7. CONSENT AGENDA A. Received and Placed on File in the Office of the Clerk to the Board: Copy of the Fla. Inland Navigation District (FIND) Annual Statement of Condition for 1991. Notice of Filing Commissioners' Report for the Delta Farms Water Control District B. Release of Utility Liens ( memorandum dated May. 6, 1992 ) C. Occupational Licenses Collected - Month of April, 1992 ( memorandum dated May 4, 1992 ) D. Land Acquisition Advisory Committee ( memorandum dated May 6, 1992 ) MAY 121992 � J 7. BOOK bb FA.EE 401 CONSENT AGENDA (cont'd): E. Dock License Agreement - Country Club Pointe, Unit 1, Stephen J. and Sandra L. Maillet ( memorandum dated May 5, 1992 ) F. 1992 Automation Grant Contracts ( memorandum dated May 4, 1992 ) G. D.O.T. Requested Amendment to Merrill Barber Bridge Relocation Agreements - -F. D.O.T. Parcels 101, 802, and 801 ( memorandum dated May 6. 1992 ) H. 90-65 Fuel Bid - Renewal of Annual Contract (memorandum dated April 30, 1992) I. IRC Bid #92-91 / Irrigation Well for Sandridge Golf Course ( memorandum dated May 6, 1992 ) J. Request to Authorize Staff to Draw Upon A Letter of Credit for Chapam Corporation ( memorandum dated May 5, 1992 ) K. Release of Easement Request by: Stuart L. 6 Deborah A. Byer, Lots 65 8 66, Sandpointe S/D ( memorandum dated April 29, 1992 ) L. Release of Easement Petition By: Reginald and Tara L. Penny, Lots 9 & 10, Blk.2, Kings Music Land S/D (memorandum dated April 28, 1992) M. Final Plat Approval for the Copelands Landing Ph. 11 ( memorandum dated April 29, 1992 ) B. CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS AND GOVERNMENTAL AGENCIES None 9:05 a. m. 9. PUBLIC ITEMS A. - PUBLIC DISCUSSION ITEMS Fred Mensing Request to Speak Re: Various Matters ( letter received May 4, 1992 ) B. PUBLIC HEARINGS None 10. COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR'S MATTERS None 11. DEPARTMENTAL MATTERS A. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT None B. EMERGENCY SERVICES Animal Control Licensing ( memorandum dated May 5, 1992 ) 11. DEPARTMENTAL MATTERS (cont'd.) : C. GENERAL SERVICES None D. LEISURE SERVICES None E. OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND BUDGET Budget Amendment from Humane Society ( memorandum dated May 6, 1992 ) F. PERSONNEL Administrative Policy Manual ( memorandum dated May 1, 1992 ) G. PUBLIC WORKS 1. So. Co. Regional Pk., Change Order #3 ( memorandum dated May 5, 1992) - 2. Consultant Selection for Replacement of 43rd Ave. Bridge Over the Indian River Farms Main Relief Canal, LOI #92-82 ( memorandum dated May 5, 1992 ) 3. 6th Ave. Improvements at 20th Place Twin Pairs Project - Budget Amendment 027 ( memorandum dated April 29, 1992 ) H. UTILITIES 1. Floridacres Water Main, Bid No. 92-87 ( memorandum dated April 23, 1992 ) 2. 82nd Ave., Oslo Rd. 8 72nd Ave. Sewer Force Main Final Pay Request and Change Order No. 1 ( memorandum dated April 28, 1992 ) 12. COUNTY ATTORNEY U.S. #1 Northbound Left -Turn Lane at 99th St. ( Vickers Rd.) ( memorandum dated May 6, 1992 ) 13. COMMISSIONERS ITEMS A. CHAIRMAN CAROLYN K. EGGERT B. VICE CHAIRMAN MARGARET C. BOWMAN C. COMMISSIONER RICHARD N. BIRD MAY 12 19 MAY 12 199 BOOK 13. COMMISSIONERS ITEMS (cont'd.) • D. COMMISSIONER DON C. SCURLOCK, JR. E. COMMISSIONER GARY C. WHEELER 14. SPECIAL DISTRICTS A. NORTH COUNTY FIRE DISTRICT None B. SOUTH COUNTY FIRE DISTRICT None C. SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL DISTRICT None 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. Tuesday, May 12, 1992 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, May 12, 1992, at 9:00 o"clock A. M. Present were Carolyn K. Eggert, Chairman; Margaret C. Bowman; Vice Chairman, Richard N. Bird, Gary C. Wheeler, 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. Commissioner Gary C. Wheeler, led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA/EMERGENCY ITEMS Commissioner Bird requested addition of a report on Parks and Recreation. ON MOTION by Commissioner Scurlock, SECONDED by Commissioner Wheeler, the Board unanimously added the above item to the Agenda. ADOPTION AND PRESENTATION OF PROCLAMATION DESIGNATING MAY 10 THROUGH MAY 16 1992 AS EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES WEEK ON MOTION by Commissioner Wheeler, SECONDED by Commissioner Scurlock, the Board unanimously adopted a Proclamation Designating May 10 through May 16, 1992 as Emergency Medical Services Week. Chairman Eggert conveyed special congratulations from the Board to all the members of the division of Emergency Medical Services for being the EMS employees of the year in the entire state of Florida. The Commissioners recognized that these employees worked hard to achieve this recognition. Commissioner Scurlock remarked that the taxpayers of Indian River County should also be thanked because this community has had a strong commitment both to emergency services and fire protection and supports our long range plan by providing the resources. MAY 12 1992 BOOK MAY 112 1992 BOOK PAGE 4 Chairman Eggert read aloud the following Proclamation and presented it to Emergency Medical Services Chief Jim Judge: PROCLAMATION DESIGNATING MAY 10 THROUGH 16, 1992 AS EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES WEEK WHEREAS, the members of emergency medical services teams provide life-saving medical care, often under highly stressful conditions and in life-threatening situations, thereby risking their loves to save the lives of others; and WHEREAS, around-the-clock emergency medical services are made available through the efforts of dedicated volunteers, first responders, emergency medical technicians, paramedics, emergency nurses and physicians; and WHEREAS, the citizens of, and visitors to Indian River County benefit daily from the knowledge and skill of these trained individuals; and WHEREAS, it Is critical that the general public be made aware of, -understand, support and effectively use Its local emergency medical services system; and WHEREAS, recognition is due to all members of emergency medical services teams for their unselfish dedication to all residents of Indian River County: NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, Florida that the week of May 10 - 16, 1992 be designated as EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES WEEK in Indian River County, with a special emphasis on encouraging the people of Indian River County to observe this week with appropriate programs, ceremonies and activities. Adopted this 12 day of May, 1992. 2 = BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA aro yn .��gg-ers • Chaff Aman CONSENT AGENDA Commissioner Scurlock requested the removal of Item 7.D., Land Acquisition Advisory Committee. A. Reports The following were received and placed on file in the Office of Clerk to the Board: Copy of the Florida Inland Navigation District (FIND) Annual Statement of Condition for 1991 Notice of Filing Commissioners' Report for the Delta Farms Water Control District B. Release of Utility Liens The Board reviewed memo from Lea R. Keller, CLA dated May 6, 1992: TO: Board of County Commissioners FROM: Lea R. Keller, CLA, County Attorney's Office DATE: May 6, 1992 RE: CONSENT AGENDA - B.C.C. MEETING 5/12/92 RELEASE OF UTILITY LIENS I have prepared the following lien -related documents and request that the Board authorize the Chairman to sign them: Satisfactions of Impact Fee Extension Liens for: COLLEY LINDHORST RIEGLE BEUTTELL/RUSSO SCHOONOVER STOUGH TAYLOR/CUNMINGS ZIMEI Releases of Special Assessment Liens from PHASE I WATER PROJECT in the names of: DEAN CROWNINGSHIELD McMANUS RAWLS PITMAN SANDBERG (2) CARMODY Releases of Special Assessment Liens from A -1-A WATER PROJECT for: PONTO ALLEN ADKINS MY 121992 3 BOrK ` Pi c,r silk 11AY i2 1992, Releases of Special Assessment Liens from STH STREET WATER PROJECT for: COWAN HERMAN Releases of Special Assessment Liens from 12TH STREET WATER PROJECT for: BOYETTE WILD _ HAVAS COLYER BRADY Releases of Special Assessment Liens from MIRAFLORES WATER PROJECT for: PEACH ANDERSON BISSET KIRBY TALLMAN BEKEMEIER MORGAN Release of Special Assessment Liens from NORTH COUNTY SEWER PROJECT for: Lot 73 Breezy Village (GREGERSEN) Releases of Special Assessment Liens from ROCKRIDGE SEWER PROJECT for: FITZSIMMONS LIVESAY LABER Releases of Special Assessment Liens from STATE ROAD #60 PROJECT for: LOWE WINTERBOTTOM COLANTINO (2) NOWAK Releases of Special Assessment Liens from SUMMERPLACE WATER PROJECT for: SCHOONOVER ZAFFUTO GLENDALE FEDERAL Release of Special Assessment Lien from U.S. #1 (10TH TO MAIN RELIEF CANAL) for: VERO BEACH CITRUS PACKERS nooK 86 F'AEE 0 a ON MOTION by Commissioner Scurlock, SECONDED by Commissioner Bird, the Board unanimously authorized the Chairman to execute the Satisfactions and Releases of Liens, as recommended by staff. SAID SATISFACTIONS AND RELEASES ARE RECORDED IN THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF INDIAN RIVER COUNTY 4 C. Occupational Licenses Collected - Month of April, 1992 ON MOTION by Commissioner Scurlock, SECONDED by Commissioner Bird, the Board unanimously accepted the following report from Tax Collector Gene Morris summarizing Occupational License Taxes collected during the month of April, 1992. TO: Board of County Commissioners FROM: Gene E. Morris, Tax Collector SUBJECT: Occupational Licenses DATE: May 4, 1992 Pursuant to Indian River County Ordinance No. 86-59, please be informed that $3,071.16 was collected in occupational license taxes during the month of April, representing the issuance of 215 licenses. D. Land Acquisition Advisory Committee The Board reviewed memo from Land Acquisition Advisory Committee (LAAO) Chairman Carolyn Eggert dated May 6, 1992: MEMORANDUM TO: Board of County Connnissioners FROM: Commissioner Carolyn R. Eggert, Chairman, Board of County Commissioners c: and Land Acquisition Advisory Committee DATE: - May 6, 1992 SUBJECT: Land Acquisition Advisory Committee At its meeting on April 29, 1992 'the Land Acquisition Advisory Committee recommended that the following motion be approved: ON MOTION by Mr. Morrison;.SECONDED by Mr. Rogers, the Committee unanimously agreed to recommend to the Board of County Commissioners that the County make a presentation regarding the Padgett Branch Segment to the Land Acquisition Advisory Council hearing in Tallahassee, Florida on August 14, 1992. The Committee further recommends that everyone in the County do everything they can to enhance the possibilities of that land being acquired by the Conservation and Recreation Lands (CARL) Program. 5 3o(�K Ci . t "vc 'j BOOK 6 FtAu� l s", SAY 12 `992 Commissioner Scurlock noted that the memo did not clarify whether funds had been authorized for that meeting, and Chairman Eggert responded that funds should be authorized. ON MOTION by Commissioner -Scurlock, SECONDED by Commissioner Wheeler, the Board unanimously approved a presentation as set out in the recommendation of the Land Acquisition Advisory Committee and authorized the necessary expenditure for that presentation. E. Dock License Agreement— Country Club Pointe Unit 1 Stephen J. and Sandra L. Maillet The Board reviewed memo from Deputy County Attorney Will Collins dated May 5, 1992: TO: The Board of County Commissioners FROM: VfC"" William G. Collins II - Deputy County Attorney DATE: May 5, 1992 SUBJECT: Dock License Agreement - Country Club Pointe, Unit 1 Stephen J. and Sandra L. Maillet In accordance with the County's policy on permitting construction of docks on County right-of-way in Country Club Pointe, Unit 1, presented herewith for approval is a License Agreement between Stephen J. and Sandra L. Maillet and Indian River County. RECOMMENDATION That the Board approve the License Agreement presented herewith subject to the payment of the license fee and the necessary insurance being in place. ON MOTION by Commissioner Scurlock, SECONDED by Commissioner Bird, the Board unanimously approved the License Agreement with Stephen J. Maillet and Sandra L. Maillet subject to payment of the license fee and the necessary insurance being in place. SAID AGREEMENT IS ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF CLERK TO THE BOARD 6 F. 1992 Automation Grant Contracts The Board reviewed memo from Main Library Director Mary Powell dated May 4, 1992: DATE: 5-4-92 TO: BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS THRU: JAMES E. CHANDLER, COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR THRU: H.T. "SONNY" DEANS DIRECTOR, DEPARTMENT O GENERAL SERVICES SUBJECT: 1992 AUTOMATION � GRANT CONTRACTS FROM: - MARY D. POW Et , 4 DIRECTOR, MA I ti L I BRARY BACKGROUND: STAFF APPLIED TO THE DIVISION OF LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SERVICES FOR THE AUTOMATION GRANT FOR FY 1992. THE GRANT WAS APPROVED FOR FUNDING ($309000.00). ANALYSIS: THE CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COh+MISSIONERS' SIGNATURE IS REQUIRED ON BOTH ORIGINAL CONTRACTS (ATTACHED). WHEN THE STATE LIBRARIAN SIGNS AND DATES THE CONTRACTS, THE FUNDS MAY BE EXPENDED. RECOMMENDATIONS: STAFF RESPECTFULLY REQUESTS THAT THE BOARD AUTHORIZE ITS CHAIRMAN TO SIGN THE GRANT CONTRACTS AND RETURN TO THE :MAIN LIBRARY DIRECTOR TO BE FORWARDED TO THE APPROPRIATE STATE LIBRARY STAFF. ON MOTION by Commissioner Scurlock, SECONDED by Commissioner Bird, the Board unanimously authorized the Chairman to execute the Grant Agreement for the Florida Long -Range Program for Library Service, as recommended by staff. PARTIALLY EXECUTED COPY OF GRANT AGREEMENT IS ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF CLERK TO THE BOARD 7 B0OKS FrwE 1.0 MAY 12 1992 [BOOK 8`6 PA,,E 4 11 G. D.O.T. Reauested Amendment to Merrill Barber Bridge Relocation Agreements - F.D.O T Parcels 101 802 and 801 The Board reviewed memo from Deputy County Attorney Will Collins dated May 6, 1992: - TO: The Board of County Commissioners FROM: too- William G. Collins II - Deputy County Attorney DATE: May 61 1992 SUBJECT: D.O.T. Requested Amendment .to Merrill Barber Bridge Relocation Agreements - F . D . O. T . Parcels 101, 802, and 801 On April 28, 1992 the Board of County Commissioners, by Resolution No. 92-65, authorized the Chairman to execute agreements with the Florida Department of Transportation relating to the acquisition of permanent easements and rights-of-way for the Merrill Barber Bridge relocation. Subsequently, the F. D . O. T . has requested an addendum to the agreements on Parcels 101 and 801 to incorporate provisions required by F.S. 287.058 to be in every contract document which involves the procurement of contractual services in excess of certain amounts. These provisions may have applicability to Indian River County if it submits invoices to D.O.T. for reimbursement for certain travel expenses, attorney's fees, etc. associated with the County's acquisition of these properties. RECOMMENDATION: Pass the attached Resolution authorizing the Chairman to execute the Addendum to the Agreements between Florida Department of Transportation and Indian River, County for the acquisition of rights-of-way and permanent easements for the Merrill Barber Bridge, State Parcel Nos.. 101 and 801. ON MOTION by Commissioner Scurlock, SECONDED by Commissioner Bird, the Board unanimously adopted Resolution 92-70 and authorized the Chairman to execute the Addendum to Agreement with Florida Department of Transportation, as recommended by staff. COPY OF EXECUTED ADDENDUM TO AGREEMENT IS ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF CLERK TO THE BOARD 8 � � r RESOLUTION NO. 92-70 A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING AN ADDENDUM TO AGREEMENTS BETWEEN INDIAN RIVER COUNTY AND THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION RELATED TO THE RELOCATION OF THE MERRILL BARBER BRIDGE. WHEREAS, Indian River County on April 28, 1992, by Resolution No. 92-65 approved and authorized the Chairman to execute certain agreements between the Florida Department of Transportation and Indian River County for the acquisition of permanent easements and rights of -way for the relocated Merrill Barber Bridge (State Parcel Nos. 801, 802 and 101); and WHEREAS, paragraph 13 of those agreements provided that "no modifications, amendment, or alteration in the terms and conditions contained herein shall be effective unless contained in a written document executed with the same formality and of equal dignity herewith", NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA, that the Chairman is authorized to execute an addendum to those agreements that add and incorporate the following numbered ' paragraphs to the aforementioned contracts related to Merrill Barber Bridge, State Parcel Nos. 101 and 801, to -wit: "14. The County shall submit its bills for fees or other compensation for services or expenses in detail sufficient for a proper pre -audit and post -audit thereof. 15. All bills for travel expenses, if applicable, shall be in accordance with S.112.061, Florida Statutes. 16. The Department may cancel this Agreement for refusal of the county to allow public access to all documents, papers, letters, or other material subject to the provisions of Chapter 119 and made or reviewed by the county in conjunction with this Agreement." Scurlock The foregoing resolution was offered by Commissioner and seconded by Commissioner Bird . , and, being put to a vote, the vote was as follows: Chairman Carolyn K, Eggert Aye Vice Chairman Margaret C. Bowman Aye Commissioner Richard N. Bird Aye Commissioner Don C. Scurlock, Jr. Aye T Commissioner Gary C. Wheeler Aye 9 BOOK b f `�1. -', rJ Y U X9-92 FF'_ I MAY 12 1992 moK 86 RESOLUTION NO. 92-_ZQ The Chairman thereupon declared the resolution duly passed and adopted this 12 day of May , 1992. BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA By: Z' G " '_4 Z'= Carolyn.y. Eggert, ChAirman H. IRC Bid 90-65 Fuel - Renewal of Annual Contract The Board reviewed memo from Purchasing Manager Fran Boynton dated April 30, 1992: DATE: April 30, 1992 TO: BOARD OF COUNTY THRU: James E. Chandler, County Administrator H.T. "Sonny" Dean, Director Department of General Servic FROM: Fran Boynton, Purchasing Manage SUBJ: 90-65/Fuel Bid Renewal of Annual Contract County Wide Contract BACKGROUND INFORMATION: On May 8. 1990. the Board of County Commissioners approved the award of IRC Bid #90-65 for the purchase of gasoline, diesel fuel and other oil products. (See attached). The provisions of the bid document allowed for renewals on an annual basis by mutual agree- ment of all parties and we have.exercised this option. ANALYSIS: The annual fuel bid is up for renewal again, and letters were sent to all vendors requesting they hold their (plus or minus) profit margin firm for another year. The following vendors have Accepted our offer. 10 Transport (7800 Gallons) FT P33MCE OIL Regular Unleaded $.0270 Super Premium $.0270 Tank Wagon Regular Unleaded $.0551 Premium Unleaded $.0551 Diesel 02 $.0551 Super Premium $.0551 Midgrade Unleaded COASTAL FUELS $.0131 Transport - Diesel #2 $.0165 Transport (7800 Gallons) BP OIL Premium Unleaded Minus $.0049 Staff recommends extending the 1990 fuel bid prices with the following vendors: COASTAL FUELS BP OIL FT PIERCE OIL and rebidding the balance of the bid which consists of prices for motor oil and lubricants. ON MOTION by Commissioner Scurlock, SECONDED by Commissioner Bird, the Board unanimously approved the renewal of the agreement for purchase of gasoline, diesel fuel and other oil products as set out in staff's recommendation. I. Bid 92-91 - Irrigation Well for Sandridge Golf Course The Board reviewed memo from Purchasing Manager Fran Boynton dated May 6, 1992: 11 MAY 12 1992 r I MAY U 199-A, FtA,,c 415, DATE: May*6, 1992 TO: BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS THRU: James E. Chandler, County Administrator 4 H.T. °Sonny" Dean, Director .Department of General Service FROM: Fran Boynton, Purchasing Manager SUBJ: IRC Bid 092-91/Irrigation Well for Golf Course Sandridge Golf Course BACKGROUND INFORMATION• Bid Opening Date: April 22, 1992 Specifications mailed to: Six (6) Vendors Replies: Four (4) Vendors VENDOR BASE BID Drilling Services, Inc $221,998.00 Ft Pierce, Fl Reliable Services $24,000.00 Vero Beach, Fl Drilling Consultants $25,850.00 Tampa, Fl 1. American Drilling $28,247.00 Lutz, Fl TOTAL AMOUNT OF BID: $22,998.00 BUDGETED AMOUNT: $220998.00 SOURCE OF FUNDS: Sandridge Golf Course New 18 Account. (418-000-169-018.00) RE991►IlMMATION: Staff recommends that the bid be awarded to Drilling Services. Incorporated as the lowest, most responsive and responsible bidder meeting specifications. (See attached memo.) ON MOTION by Commissioner Scurlock, SECONDED by Commissioner Bird, the Board unanimously awarded Bid 92-91 for recharging the irrigation well for Sandridge Golf Club's expansion project to Drilling Services, Incorporated in the amount of $22,998.00 as recommended by staff. 12 CONTRACT & ADDENDUM ARE ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE CLERK TO THE BOARD J. Reuuest to Authorize Staff to Draw Upon a Letter of Credit for Chapam Corporation The Board reviewed memo from County Attorney Charles Vitunac dated May 5, 1992: TO: Indian River County Board of County Commissioners FROM: Char s Vitunac' County Attorney DATE: May 5, 1992 SUBJECT: REQUEST TO AUTHORIZE STAFF TO DRAW UPON A LETTER OF CREDIT FOR CHAPAM CORPORATION SD -90-05-004 It is requested that the data herein presented be given formal consideration by the Board of County Commissioners at its regular meeting of May 12, 1992. DESCRIPTION AND CONDITIONS: On February 26, 1991, the Board of County Commissioners granted final plat approval for the Treasure Trail Subdivision. The applicant, Chapam Corporation, was required to provide an executed 1 -Year Warranty/Maintenance Agreement to guarantee the performance of the subdivision's publicly dedicated improvements and post security to guarantee the Warranty/Maintenance Agreement. The applicant submitted an Indian River National Bank Letter of Credit for $17,415,75 to satisfy the security requirement. The Warranty/Maintenance Agreement is provided by a developer for the County's protection against faulty subdivision improvements. Following expiration of the 1 -year warranty period, staff inspects the subject subdivision to determine if any repairs to the subdivision are required. If no repairs are required, the Warranty/Maintenance period expires and the posted security is released. If repairs are required, the developer is notified that the required repairs must be completed prior to expiration of the posted security. If the repairs are not complete, the County must act to draw upon the corresponding security which shall fund completion of the required repairs by the County. ANALYSIS: Staff's 1 -year inspection of the subject subdivision revealed that repairs to the subdivision's drainage system were required in order to bring the subdivision into compliance with its corresponding St. Johns River Water Management District (SJRWMD) Stormwater Permit. The applicant was notified that repairs were required and has begun completing the work, pending final approval of remaining repair work by the St. Johns Water River Water Management District. The applicant has requested permission to extend the current Letter of Credit for an additional ninety (90) day period to accommodate completion of the final remaining repair work. Staff has no objection to such a request. However, the current Letter of Credit is due to expire on May 15, 1992 and a renewed or replacement Letter of Credit has not yet been received by staff as of the date of this report. To ensure that there will be no lapse in posted security and to ensure that the County will not incur the cost to complete the final remaining required repairs, staff is requesting 13 MAY 12 1992 �,JIY 12 1992UL BOOK Sbb F',1 4f d that the Board of County Commissioners authorize staff to draw upon the existing Letter of Credit if an acceptable replacement letter of credit is not received by May 14, 1992. Should the developer present a new, acceptable Letter of Credit to staff following staff's draw upon the original Letter of Credit, staff will return the collected funds to the developer. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Board of County Commissioners adopt the attached resolution demanding payment under the provisions of the Indian River National Bank Letter of Credit, authorize the Chairman to endorse the Letter of Credit, and authorize staff to draw upon the letter of credit if an acceptable replacement letter of credit is not received by May 14, 1992. ON MOTION by Commissioner Scurlock, SECONDED by Commissioner Bird, the Board unanimously adopted Resolution 92-71 authorizing draft upon Indian River National Bank Irrevocable Letter of Credit No. 0019, as recommended by staff. RESOLUTION NO. 92- 71 A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING DRAFT UPON INDIAN RIVER NATIONAL BANK IRREVOCABLE LETTER OF CREDIT NO. 0019. WHEREAS, CHAPAM CORPORATION entered into a Warranty, Guaranty and Maintenance Agreement, and Bill of Sale for Required Improvements (Contract No. SD -90-04-05) with Indian River County relating to Treasure Trail Subdivision; and WHEREAS, in order to secure its obligations under that agreement, CHAPAM CORPORATION established with Indian River National Bank an Irrevocable Lotter of Credit No. 0019 in favor of Indian River County in the amount of $17,415.75 with an effective date of February 12, 1991 and having an expiration date of May 15, 1992; and WHEREAS, CHAPAM CORPORATION has defaulted under the terms of the aforementioned Warranty, Guaranty and Maintenance Agreement, and Bill of Sale for Required Improvements, 14 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA, that: 1. The above statements are ratified in their entirety. 2. Payment is hereby demanded of Indian River National Bank in the amount of $17,415.75, which amount of the draft represents the amount required by Indian River County to fulfill the performance of said Warranty, Guaranty and Maintenance Agreement for required improvements. 3. The Chairman of the Board of County Commissioners is authorized to endorse the date and amount of the drawing on the reverse side of the letter of credit. 4. The Indian River County Office of Management and Budget is authorized to transmit this resolution along with the, sight draft marked "Drawn on Irrevocable Letter of Credit No. 0019 - Iridian River National Bank." 5. Sight draft and resolution are to be presented for payment at 9 the Indian River National Bank offices located at 958 20th Place, Vero Beach, Florida 32960 on or before May 15e 1992, along with the endorsed original letter of credit. The foregoing resolution was offered by Commissioner Scurlock and seconded by Commissioner Bird , and being put to a vote, the vote was as follows: Chairman Carolyn K. Eggert Aye Vice Chairman Margaret C. Bowman A y e Commissioner Richard N. Bird Aye Commissioner Don C. Scurlock, Jr. Aye Commissioner Gary C. Wheeler Aye The Chairman thereupon declared the resolution duly passed and adopted this 12 day of May 1992. INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS By Carolyn Tc IEggert, C ai man 15 MAY �� BOOK k6' 4 1 uP K. Release of Easement Request by Stuart L. and Deborah A. Byer Lots 65 and 66, Sandpointe Subdivision The Board. reviewed memo from Code Enforcement Officer Charles Heath dated April 29, 1992: TO: James E. Chandler County Administrator DEPAATMENT HEAD CONCURRENCE: ert M. Keat ng AIC Community Develo went rector A THROUGH: Roland DeBlois,�AICP Chief, Environmental Planning FROM: Charles W. Heathor.&.i/, Code Enforcement Officer DATE: April 29, 1992 SUBJECT: RELEASE OF EASEMENT REQUEST BY: Stuart L. & Deborah A. Byer Lot 65 & 660 Sandpointe Subdivision It is requested that the data herein presented be given formal consideration by the Board of County Commissioners at their regular meeting of May 12, 1992. DESCRIPTION AND CONDITIONS: The County has been petitioned by Stuart L. & Deborah A. Byer, owners of the subject property, for the release of the common five (5) foot utility easements of Lot 65 & 66, Sandpointe Subdivision. It is the petitioner's intention to construct a concrete driveway on the combined parcels. The current zoning classification of the subject property is RS -3, Single -Family Residential District. The Land Use Designation is L- 1, allowing up to three (3) units per acre. ALTERNATIVES AND ANALYSIS: The request has been reviewed by the Southern Bell Telephone Company, City of Vero Beach Power Company, Water & Sewer Department, United Artists Cable Corporation,, the Indian River County Utilities Department and the Road & Bridge and Engineering Divisions. The petitioners have made financial arrangements with United Artists Cable Corporation for the relocation of an underground telecommunications cable. All other reviewing agencies stated there would be no adverse impact to utilities being supplied to the subject property. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends to the Board, through the adoption of a resolution, the release of the common five (5) foot side lot utility easements of Lots 65 & 66, Sandpointe Subdivision, being the northerly five (5) feet of Lot 65, and the southerly five (5) feet of Lot.66, according to the plat thereof as recorded in Plat Book 12, Page 67 of the Public Records of Indian River County, Florida. 16 and ON MOTION by Commissioner Scurlock, SECONDED by Commissioner Bird, the Board unanimously adopted Resolution 92-72 abandoning certain easements in the Sandpointe Subdivision, as recommended by staff. RESOLUTION NO. 92-72 A RESOLUTION OF INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA, ABANDONING CERTAIN EASEMENTS IN THE SANDPOINTE SUBDIVISION, LOTS 65 & 66, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF AS RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 12, PAGE 67 OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA WHEREAS, Indian River County has easements as described below, WHEREAS, the retention of those easements serves no public purpose, 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 Stuart L. & Deborah A. Byer their successors in interest, heirs and assigns, whose mailing address is 1300 White Heron Lane, Vero Beach, Florida 32963 Grantee, as follows: Indian River County does hereby abandon all right, title, and interest that it may have in the following described easements: the common five (5) foot utility easements of Lots 65 & 66, Sandpointe. Subdivision, being the northerly five (5) feet of Lot 65, and the southerly five (5) feet of Lot 66, as recorded in Plat Book 12, Page..67 of the Public Records of Indian River County, Florida. Tax Parcel Number: 16-33-39-40-00018-0000-00065.0 THIS RESOLUTION was moved for adoption by Commissioner Scurlock , seconded by Commissioner Bird , and adopted on the 12 day of May , 1992, by the following vote: 17 HOK ( :< 1A\ 2 A, "l2, BOOK Commissioner Carolyn K. Eggert Aye Commissioner Richard N. Bird Aye Commissioner Gary C. Wheeler Aye Commissioner Margaret C. Bowman Aye Commissioner Don C. Scurlock, Jr. Aye The Chairman thereupon declared the resolution duly passed and adopted this _1, day of May , 1992. BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA By . �Al-1. Carol Eggert hairman, L. Release of Easement Petition by Reginald and Tara L. Penny, Lots 9 and 10, Block 2 Kings Music Land Subdivision The Board reviewed memo from Code Enforcement Officer Charles Heath dated April 28 , 1992: TO: James E. Chandler County Administrator DIVI ON BEAD CONCURRENCE ert M.satin , AI Community Develo men irector THROUGH: Roland DeBlois�AICP Chief, Environmental Planning & Code Enforcement FROM: Charles W. Heath a •S.J, Code Enforcement Officer DATE: April 28, 1992 SUBJECT: RELEASE OF EASEMENT PETITION BY: Reginald & Tara L. Penny Lot 9 & 10, Block 2, Ring Music Lands Subdivision It is requested that the data herein presented be given formal consideration by the Board of County Commissioners at their' regular meeting of May 12, 1992. DESCRIPTION AND CONDITIONS: The County has been petitioned by Reginald & Tara L. Penny, owners of the subject property, for the release of the common three (3) foot side lot utility and drainage easements of Lot 9 and the north one-half (1/2) of Lot 10, Block 2, Kings Music Lands Subdivision. It is the petitioner's intention to construct a single-family residence on the combined parcels. 18 The current zoning classification of the subject property is RS -31 single-family residential district. The land use designation is L- 1, allowing up to three (3) units per acre. ALTERNATIVES AND ANALYSIS: The request has been reviewed by Southern Bell Telephone Company, Florida Power & Light Company, United Artists Cable Corporation, the Indian River County Utilities Department and the Road & Bridge and Engineering Divisions. Based upon their reviews, there would' be no adverse impact to utilities being supplied to the subject property. Staff recommends to the Board, through the adoption of a resolution, the release of the common three (3) foot utility and drainage easements of Lot 9 & 10, Block 2, Kings Music Lands Subdivision, being the southerly three (3) feet of Lot 9, and the northerly three (3) feet of Lot 10, according to the plat thereof as recorded in Plat Book 6, Page 17 of the Public Records of Indian River County, Florida. and ON MOTION by Commissioner Scurlock, SECONDED by Commissioner Bird, the Board unanimously adopted Resolution 92-73 abandoning certain easements in the Kings Music Lands Subdivision, as recommended by staff. RESOLUTION NO. _92_73 A RESOLUTION OF INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA, ABANDONING CERTAIN EASEMENTS IN THE KINGS MUSIC LANDS SUBDIVISION, LOT 9, AND NORTH 1/2 OF LOT 10, BLOCK 2, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF AS RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 6, PAGE 17 OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA WHEREAS, Indian River County has easements as described below, WHEREAS, the retention of those easements serves no public purpose, 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 Reginald & Tara L. Penny their successors in interest, heirs and assigns, whose mailing address is P.O. Box 2052, Wabasso, Florida 32970 Grantee, as follows: 19 BOOK,U F� �r.',a� MAY 121992 f/��1) � d C C Upp��K V Ir Ulti.r Indian River County does hereby abandon all right, title, and interest that it may have in the.following described easements: the common three (3) foot side lot utility and drainage easements of Lots 9 & 10, Block 2, Kings Music Lands Subdivision, being the southerly three (3) feet of Lot 9, and the northerly three (3) feet of Lot 10, according to the plat thereof as recorded in Plat Book 6, Page 17 of the Public Records of Indian River County, Florida. Tax Parcel No. 17-32-39-00002-0020-00009.0 THIS RESOLUTION was moved for adoption by Commissioner Scurlock , seconded by Commissioner Rim , and adopted on the 12 day of May , 1992, by the following vote: Commissioner Carolyn K. Eggert AMP Commissioner Richard N. Bird A i,- Commissioner pCommissioner Gary C. Wheeler Aj_ Commissioner Margaret C. Bowman Ayp Commissioner Don C. Scurlock, Jr.— Aye v The Chairman thereupon declared the resolution duly passed and adopted this 12 , day of May , 1992. BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA By Carol K. •Eg hairman. M. Final Plat Approval for Copeland's Landing Phase II The Board reviewed memo from Current Development Staff Planner John McCoy dated April 29, 1992: 20 TO: James E. Chandler County Administrator DIVISION HEAD CONCURRENCE: jg Obert M. Rea ing ICP Community Development Director 14 THROUGH: Stan Boling, AICP Planning Director FROM: John W. McCo0,Cur Staff PlannerentDevelopment DATE: April 29, 1992 SUBJECT: Final Plat Approval for the Copelands Landing Phase II SD -87-05-06 It is requested that the data herein presented be given formal consideration by the Board of County Commissioners at its regular meeting of May 12, 1992. DESCRIPTION AND CONDITIONS: The Copeland' s Landing Phase II Subdivision is a proposed 29 lot residential subdivision of a 14.98 acre parcel of land located immediately north of 73rd Street between Copelands Landing Phase Z and the mosquito impoundment adjacent to the Indian River Lagoon. The subject property is zoned RS -3, Single Family Residential (up to 3 units per acre) and has an L-1 Low Density Residential (up to 3 units per acre) land use designation. The proposed density for Phase II is 1.93 units per acre. On May 26, 19881 the Planning and Zoning Commission granted preliminary plat approval for Copelands Landing Phase II. the developer, Copelands Landing, Inc., has obtained a Land Development Permit for the subdivision and is now requesting final plat approval for the subdivision. The applicant has submitted the following: 1. A plat in substantial conformance with the originally approved preliminary plat; 2. An Engineer's Certified Estimate to CompleteConstruction of the Required Subdivision Improvements; 3. A Contract for Construction of Required Subdivision Improvements; and 4. A security agreement, acceptable to the County Attorney's Office, to guarantee the submitted Contract for Construction. ANALYSIS: The required subdivision improvements have not been completed by the developer; however, the developer has obtained a Land Development Permit for construction of the subdivision. Th developer wishes to proceed with recording the subdivision plat ande Proposes to "bond out" for construction of the required subdivision improvements pursuant to the provisions of LDR SA-0tion 913. le. de-Q+G�L has submitted a Contract for Construction of Required Subdivision. Improvements and has posted suitable security, approved by the County Attorney's Office; -to guarantee the Contract. With these documents, the developer has complied with the appropriate requirements to obtain final plat approval. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Board of County Commissioners grant final Plat approval for the Copeland's Landing Phase II Subdivision, authorize the Chairman to execute the Contract for Construction, and accept the posted security to guarantee the Contract for Construction. 21 MAY J.2 1992 QooK 96 reCKIIl� F AY 12 1992 sooK $64.s� ON MOTION by Commissioner Scurlock, SECONDED by Commissioner Bird, the Board unanimously granted final plat approval for the Copeland's Landing Phase II Subdivision, authorized the Chairman to execute the Contract for Construction and accepted the posted security to guarantee the Contract for Construction, as recommended by staff. ORIGINAL CONTRACT FOR CONSTRUCTION OF REQUIREMENTS IS ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND BUDGET PUBLIC DISCUSSION FRED MENSING REQUEST TO SPEAK REGARDING VARIOUS MATTERS Fred Mensing, 7580 129th Street, Roseland, came before the Board to discuss several items. He thought certain actions of the County Attorney called for disciplinary action and felt the County Attorney's staff should be replaced by outside counsel to deal with any matters concerning the subject issues. Mr. Mensing was not sure if he should address the Board as "Commissioners" or "Commissars" and accused county employees of violating Florida Statute 810.12, which he called the trespass statute. He explained that a code enforcement officer trespassed 330 feet onto his property, and he presented to the Board photographs showing the location of a "posted, no trespassing" sign in relation to a stop sign and his driveway. He stated that the code enforcement officer was sent to his property based on an anonymous complaint. He further accused the code enforcement officer of citing code violations on his property and ignoring violations at other locations which are visible from the road on the way to his property. He described recreation vehicles (RVs) which are illegally hooked up to the water, sewer and electricity of some residences simply because it is more convenient for their visitors to stay in the RVs, or just to allow kids to camp out on Friday or Saturday night. Mr. Mensing felt the citations of code violations on his property were the result of an anonymous complaint to Code Enforcement and he was sure that anonymous complaint was made by the mother of Justin Gay after an incident involving Justin Gay and Mr. Carl Julian and a Sheriff's deputy. Chairman Eggert cautioned Mr. Mensing to present only what the Board needs to hear. 22 Mr. Mensing accused the County of acting capriciously by singling him out while ignoring road -visible violations. He mentioned that he has had conflicts with Community Development Director Bob Keating and suggested that Mr. Keating ought to terminate his employment with the County. Mr. Mensing said he has taken the time to drive around the County and has four legal pads of road -visible violations involving unpermitted mobile homes and illegal storage of semis and junk vehicles. He wanted the County to address these issues and suggested the solution might be that complainers give their name and address so that code enforcement officers can go out and first check the complainer's property for violations before they act on anonymous complaints. He thought the only anonymous complaints that should be investigated are violations that affect the public safety and public health. If there is no health or safety violation, anonymous complaints should not be investigated. Mr. Mensing revealed that he is considering litigation with the County to establish the rights of citizens regarding the type of tactics that are presently being used by the County. He further stated that he understood the Board could direct County Administrator Jim Chandler to cause changes to take effect in short order. Chairman Eggert asked if his contention is that Code Enforcement came onto his property even though it was posted and without notification that they were coming and without permission, and Mr. Mensing confirmed that was his contention. County Administrator Jim Chandler explained the sequence of events. After an anonymous call was received about Mr. Mensing's property, Code Enforcement made an inspection and found various violations. Notice of violation was sent to Mr. Mensing and a hearing is scheduled for May 18 before the Code Enforcement Board. Regarding Mr. Mensing's accusation of trespass, our Code Enforcement Officer steadfastly maintains she did not see a "no trespassing" sign at the time the inspection was made. Commissioner Wheeler asked if Mr. Mensing saw the Code Enforcement Officer on his property, and Mr. Mensing stated that he did not see her but received that information through secondhand sources. He also received the letter from the County indicating that Code Enforcement Officer'Betty Davis was the person who made the inspection. Commissioner Wheeler asked what violations were noted, and County Administrator Chandler replied that it involved a mobile home, an RV and a commercial vehicle, along with other debris on the property. 23 lyt' 2,booK F, 2 1997 BOOK. ��f'A.GE Chairman Eggert asked if there is any difference in the way staff handles an anonymous complaint, and County Administrator Chandler advised that our policy is to respond to all complaints and make a determination whether a violation exists. -An anonymous complaint generally would not receive high priority unless it involved public health or safety. Commissioner Scurlock realized that in a county of our size there are many code violations and it would be absolutely impossible to investigate all of them with only two or three code enforcement officers. This puts the County in a situation where we may be accused of selective enforcement. There may be 30 violators in a given area but because a neighbor does not like the guy next door, he will report just that one. Commissioner Scurlock had no doubt that this problem exists and feels the County's goal should be to streamline the process so that it is more uniform. He felt that anonymous complaints deserve no attention, because if somebody is not willing to give their name, it does not deserve the same merit as somebody who is willing to come forth and testify. He understood Mr. Mensing is upset by the trespass but that the issue of being singled out is his bigger concern. A major problem is that code enforcement becomes involved in neighborhood disputes and Commissioner Scurlock could not see a solution to that problem. Chairman Eggert questioned whether code violation citings would be legal when the code enforcement officer trespassed upon the property. County Attorney Charles Vitunac advised that the County's position is to deal with Mr. Mensing only in writing because we cannot trust what he says. Mr. Mensing states one thing, our code enforcement officer says another. The legal department has advised that when a code enforcement officer sees a "no trespassing" sign, they need more permission to go on the property. If there is a dispute, Mr. Mensing can plead his case before the Code Enforcement Board, and if he is not happy with their decision, he can proceed to the court system. Mr. Mensing has a long history of violations and he has not denied the subject violations; he is objecting to a procedural matter which should be addressed by the Code Enforcement Board. County Attorney Vitunac felt it is essential to the operation of the code enforcement department to act on anonymous complaints. There are some situations where if a name is recorded, there could be retaliation by harassment or phone calls during the night or other unpleasant consequences. We do not need the name of the caller because we do not use their testimony to prove a case. The code inspector will investigate and when a violation. is brought to 24 M M the Code Enforcement Board, that code inspector will give evidence in the name of the County. Discussion ensued regarding selective enforcement. Environmental Planning Chief Roland DeBlois related the procedures the County follows. The code enforcement log reveals that the County receives over 1,000 complaints on a yearly basis, which is enough to keep the code officers busy. However, a code officer is designated for what is called geographical enforcement where the officer will go through and view a subdivision, and if there is a violation, it will be cited. Commissioner Scurlock asked if that same code officer would note other violations on the way to a particular complaint, and Environmental Planning Chief DeBlois assured him that a note would be made of other violations, even though action may not be taken immediately. He pointed out that in addition to Mr. Mensing's notice of violationf there were 7 other similar notices sent in Roseland and 14 sites on his particular street have been contacted informally. Mr. DeBlois explained that initial contact with violators is informal and on staff level. If the situation cannot be resolved at staff level, then it is sent to the Code Enforcement Board for determination. If they determine a violation does exist, they set a time frame for compliance. Mr. Mensing's notice is the beginning of the process. He sees the initial notice of violation as something he should not get, but it is the first step and gives him an opportunity to resolve it without going any further. Mr. DeBlois confirmed that the policy is the code officer does not trespass on posted lands. In the subject case, the code officer indicated that she did not see any posted sign. Chairman Eggert led discussion about procedure in the case of public health or safety violations on posted lands, and Mr. DeBlois responded that it would be observed from off site. In most cases, the code officer will go to the door and ask to talk to the owner. If the situation becomes more complicated, the County Attorney is consulted. Discussion ensued regarding habitual code violators and Mr. Mensing's past violations. Mr. Mensing would not admit or deny being in violation, and he stated that issue would be addressed in another forum. He was before the Board to object to anonymous complaints. Commissioner Scurlock summarized that staff's position is that anonymous complaints must be answered, and when there are multiple or habitual violations, it is done more formally. County Administrator Chandler confirmed we do respond to anonymous complaints because we have an obligation to determine if 25 MAY 12 1992 ���� �t19 Fr uT• �: a,� r �`� � .1 Z� 1992 BOOK S' 46 F'A.uf 4 92c there is a violation, and Commissioner Bird thought that we need to take that position. He gave the example of a situation where an elderly lady lived in a neighborhood where there were code violations that made it deplorable, and she was fearful for her life to have her name associated with a complaint. This lady approached him and he followed through, and after a lot of time and effort the whole neighborhood was cleaned up. Discussion continued regarding procedures used in following up complaints and whether inspectors note additional violations on the way to a specific site. Environmental Planning Chief DeBlois and County Administrator Chandler assured the Board that the code enforcement officers make note of violations and follow up on them, although it may be a week or a month later, depending on circumstances. Chairman Eggert and Commissioner Wheeler led discussion regarding neighborhood squabbles and violators getting upset when they are reported. Environmental Planning Chief DeBlois stated that staff deals with both sides of it. The complaints are followed up and sometimes there is no violation, and then the complainer becomes upset. Commissioner Scurlock summarized that in his understanding of procedures, Mr. Mensing was not singled out but was notified formally of a violation because he has had prior offenses. Mr. Mensing disagreed with that point and related his discussions with Code Enforcement Officer Davis in which she indicated she was not doing anything about other violations. He opposed the County's policy of allowing anonymous complaints unless that complaint*is followed up by an inspection of all surrounding properties as well. He stated that he had no problem with Commissioner Bird's example of the little lady where the whole neighborhood was cleaned up. Commissioner Wheeler asked what specific action Mr. Mensing was requesting from the Board, and Mr. Mensing wanted a policy where an anonymous complaint would be followed by a sweep of the entire area. Mr. DeBlois and Mr. Chandler explained that it is done as much as possible and when it does not interfere with the number of inspections in a given area. The Board members agreed we cannot be specific as to the size of the area that should be included, but it is a good policy to include all violations that exist within a reasonable portion of the surrounding area. 26 In answer to the Board's questions, Mr. DeBlois advised that the volume of complaints is variable but fairly consistent and he could not say what percentage comes in at any particular time of year. He estimated that 50 to 70 percent of citations are complaint -based. Discussion continued regarding the various types of violations, methods of addressing complaints, and the need to protect against complaints that are based on grudges or revenge. Chairman Eggert urged the Code Enforcement personnel to make a note of violations that are observed so that documentation is made, even if they cannot be handled right then. This would avoid the appearance of selectiveness. Commissioner Bowman led discussion regarding posted property, and all Board members agreed that it is important to protect the safety and health of the public by investigating complaints even though the property may be posted. Mr. Mensing promised to follow through in his efforts to improve the methods used by the code enforcement officers to protect the rights of citizens. ANIMAL CONTROL LICENSING The Board reviewed memo from Emergency Services Director Doug Wright dated May 5, 1992: TO: Board of CounntV Commissioners FROM: Doug Wrigh , Director of Emergency Management Services DATE: May 5, 1992 SUBJECT: ANIMAL CONTROL LICENSING Currently the yearly licensing fee for unsterilized dogs and cats is $40.00 a year. This is financially burdensome to many pet owners and results in some persons ignoring the licensing requirements. A reduction of the yearly requirement to $10.00 should reduce the burden and result in better licensing compliance. The attached proposed resolution has been prepared with this reduction in licensing fee. As a separate matter, the actual -licensing of dogs and cats can best be accomplished by local veterinarians and the local humane society. A draft contract which would authorize the issuance of licenses by these entities has been prepared. A dollar of each license fee received would be retained by the issuing agent. 27 MAY 12 199 ' � � 3 BOOK U��%E �� Recommendation: 1. Adopt the attached resolution which lowers the license fee from $40.00 to $10.00. 2. Approve the contract form.. 3. Authorize the Director of Emergency Management Services to execute said contracts on behalf of the County. MOTION WAS MADE by Commissioner Bird, SECONDED by Commissioner Scurlock, to adopt Resolution 92-74 amending the fees, penalties and procedures related to the enforcement of the animal control ordinance, approved the contract form, and authorized the Director of Emergency Management Services to execute said contracts on behalf of the County, as recommended by staff. Under discussion, Commissioner Bird thought the resolution is sensible because he felt the $40 fee was too high. Chairman Eggert asked, and Director Wright confirmed that the licensing of dogs and cats through local veterinarians and the local humane society is a new procedure. THE CHAIRMAN CALLED FOR THE QUESTION. It was voted on and carried unanimously. RESOLUTION 92-7g A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS AMENDING THE FEES, PENALTIES AND PROCEDURES RELATED TO THE ENFORCEMENT OF THE ANIMAL CONTROL ORDINANCE. WHEREAS, in Resolution 91-184 the Board of County Commissioners established certain fees, penalties and procedures related to the enforcement of the Animal Control Ordinance, and WHEREAS, the fee of $40.00 for the yearly licensing of unsterilized dogs and cats is financially burdensome to many owners; and WHEREAS, a reduction to $10.00 will mitigate this burden and result in more effective licensing procedures. 28 M M NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA that: 1. The fees, penalties and procedures established in Resolution 91-184 are hereby superseded by this Resolution. 2. The fees, penalties and procedures are revised as follows: a. Licensing Fees 1. Female or male, dog or cat, initial or renewal license, not sterilized -- $10.00 per year. 2. Female or male, dog or cat, initial or reiiewal, sterilized -- $5.00 per year. 3. Half price to be assessed for issuance of any initial license after April 30th of a licensing year. 4. All renewals shall be at full price per category. 5. Additional late charge for licensing after date required by law -- $5.00. 6. Fee for issuance of duplicate license tag -- $3.00 7. There is no fee required for an animal license for the year in which the animal is sterilized. 8. There is no license fee required for police dogs ( sheriff and municipal police departments) , sight assisting dogs and hearing assistance dogs; however, said dogs are required to be licensed. 9. All licensing fees are be paid to the Department of Emergency Services, Animal Control Division of Indian River County, Florida. b. Impoundment Fees $5.00 per diem or part thereof for all animals. C. Redemption Penalties in addition to Impoundment Fees 1. $ 30.00 for the first offense (of an owner) . 2. $ 60.00 for a second offense. 3. $100.00 for any third or subsequent offense. 29 MAY 12 I-Sji MA 12 11,992 HC d. Impoundment fees and redemption penalties shall be paid during business hours at the Office of the -Clerk of the Circuit Court, Indian River County Courthouse, 2145 14th Avenue, Vero Beach, Florida. Impoundment and redemption penalties shall be pa4d during non -business hours at a location to be designated by the Animal Control Director. e. An owner shall pay all actual expenses or fees incurred for which the County has obligated itself for additional care for quarantine or veterinary services as an impoundment fee, at time of redemption of the animal. f. Rabies vaccination prepayment fee for redemption shall be $15.00 per animal. g. Civil Penalities for violation of the Code: ( See attached Exhibit "All) h. All fees, penalties, charges and expenses shall be paid prior to release of an animal from an impoundment facility. The resolution was moved for adoption by Commissioner B i rd and the motion was seconded by Commissioner S r- u r 1 n r k and, upon being put to a vote, the vote was as follows: Chairman Carolyn K. Eggert Aye Vice Chairman Margaret C. Bowman Aye Commissioner Richard N. Bird Aye Commissioner Don C. Scurlock, Jr. Aye Commissioner Gary C. Wheeler A y e The Chairman thereupon declared the resolution duly passed and adopted this 12 day of May , 1992. BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA By Carolyn., . Eggert, Chairm 30 F7 31 MAY 1 2 1992 2ND ATTACHMENT "A" TO RESOLUTION 92- 74 CIVIL PENALTIES FOR VIOLATION OF THE CODE: CODE SECTION DESCRIPTION OF VIOLATION 1ST 302.03 Failure to vaccinate, $50 $100 license, collar or harness $25 302.05(1) Failure to keep animal under restraint $25 302.05(2) Animal creating nuisance $10 302.05(3) Failure to confine female dog or cat In heat $25 302.05(4) Failure to confine or restrain vicious animal $100 302.06(5) Failure to provide adequate care to animal $25 302.05(6) Exposing poisonous substance In common area or property of another $100 302.05(7) Failure to notify owner or authority of injury to animal $25 302.05(8) Teasing or molesting an animal $25 302.05(9) Failure to properly secure or restrain animal In unenclosed portion of motor vehicle •$25 302.06(3) Violation of provision of Chapter 828, F.S. $50 302.09(3) Failure to comply wIth vicious dog licensing and maintenance requirements $100 302.10 'Livestock running at large $20 302.10 Keeping wild animal In violation of F.S. 372 $50 302.14 Interference with animal control authority $50 31 MAY 1 2 1992 2ND 3RD $100 $200 $50 $75 $25 $75 $50 $100 $200 $300 $50 $100 $200 $300 $50 $75 $50 ,x$75 $100 $200 $100 $200 $200 $300 $SO $75 $100 $200 $100 $200 mAy 12 19goo k 4,` 715 BUDGET AMENDMENT FROM HUMANE SOCIETY The Board reviewed memo from OMB Director Joe Baird dated May 6, 1992: TO: Board of County Commissioners DATE: - May 6, 1992 FILE: - SUBJECT: Budget Amendment From Humane Society FROM:Joseph A. Baird„ Dir. REFERENCES: Office of Mgmt. S Budgt. On May 7, 1991 the Board of County Commissioners approved funding for the Humane Society in the amount of $49,490 for the capital costs affiliated with mandatory sewer hook-up. The estimated cost was as follows: .$17,690 Impact Fees 23,300 Force Main, Sewer Line, and Lift Station Modifications 81500 Well for Non -Potable Water $49,490 The Humane Society has received bids for the Force Main, Sewer Line and Lift Stations Modifications which exceed the $23,300 by $8,345.11 (low bid $31,645.11). Additional funding for the short -fall is being requested by the Humane Society from the Board of County Commissioners. Recommendation If the Board of County Commissioners do approve, the funding in the amount of $8,345.11 will be from General Fund Contingencies. ON MOTION by Commissioner Scurlock, SECONDED by Commissioner Wheeler, the Board unanimously approved additional funding in the amount of $8,345.11 to cover the shortfall in the estimated funding for the Humane Society mandatory sewer hook-up, as recommended by staff. TO: Members of the Board SUBJECT: BUDGET AMENDMENT of County Commissioners NUMBER: 034 FROM: Joseph A. Baird DATE: June 15, 1992 OMB Director % - 32 � - s ADMINISTRATIVE POLICY MANUAL The Board reviewed memo from Personnel Director Jack Price dated May 1, 1992: To: James Chandler, Date: May 1, 1992 County Administrator From: Jack Price rsonnel Sub: Administrative .Policy Manual ------------ --------------------------------------- Attached is the Administrative Policy Manual unit "HIRING", pages 1, 2, 3 and 4, which revises the unit dated 4-10-90 in the Personnel Section of the manual. Pages 5, 6, 7 and 8 are forms only. This revision. affects items 6. �., 6. Q,_, 6. Z.', and 6. F The changes are designed to align County hiring practices with the requirements of the Americans With Disabilities Act. That portion of the law affecting the hiring process is effective in July, 1992. This policy revision has been reviewed by your staff, the Executive Aide to the Board of County Commissioners and the County Attorney. Their suggestions have been incorporated. Thanks for your assistance. Chairman Eggert asked for clarification of how these changes align County hiring practices with the Americans With Disabilities Act because there was no mention of disabilities in the memo. Director Price explained that we are encouraged by the Act to make employment decisions preliminarily on the basis of factors that deliberately exclude disability factors. In evaluating candidates we remove questions regarding workers' compensation injuries and about physical or mental disabilities from the preliminary set of factors and make a candidate selection based upon qualifications only. If a preliminary offer is accepted by the candidate, then we look at physical and mental disability. Chairman Eggert asked if the blood pressure levels have always been incorporated in our policy. Director Price explained that the figures are used as a general guide and if a pressure exceeds the target figures, we would ask for medical certification that the candidate is in good physical condition. ON MOTION by Commissioner Scurlock, SECONDED by Commissioner Wheeler, the Board unanimously approved the revisions to the Administrative Policy Manual as recommended by staff. 33 L- MAY 12 1992- Y 12 i4KP s� T BOOK f'H �F MP3 SOUTH COUNTY REGIONAL PARK - CHANGE ORDER NUMBER 3 The Board reviewed memo from County Engineer Roger Cain dated May 5, 1992: TO: James .Chandler - County Administrator TEROUGH: James W. Davis, P.E.- Public-Works .E.-Public Works Director FROM: Roger D. Cain, P.E. County Engineer BUWECT: South County Regional ional Pfrk IRC Project No. 8716 Change Order No. 3 DATE: May 51 1992 DESCRIPTION AND CONDITIONS Interest has been expressed in having the new baseball fields at the South County Regional Park sodded with Bermuda grass 'rather than the use of Bahia sod, or grassing as proposed, due to the field conditions and the quickness of establishing the turf. We have obtained a quote from the contractor for this additional work, the amount for sodding the fields and the surrounding areas is $23,984.43. Our investigation indicates that this is a reasonable amount. We have had Mr. Scott Campbell at the Sandridge Golf Course investigate this as well and he concurs that this amount is reasonable. The budgeted funds available for the South County Regional Park Contract with Hunley-Hubbard are: From Original Agenda Item: Original Contract with Hunley-Hubbard $663,125.46 Playground Change Order 39,877.00 5% Contingencies 37,600.00 Budgeted funds available for $740,602.46 Hunley-Hubbard Current Contract with Hunley-Hubbard Including Change Order No. 2 $693,619.77 Incorporating Playground Change Order Change Order No. 3 with Hunley-Hubbard 23.984.43 Budgeted funds committed to date to $717,604.20 Hunley-Hubbard Contract if Change Order No. 3 is approved Budgeted Contractual funds Available for South County Regional Park $ 13,615.57 34 Other Contractual and In Rind funds Budgeted Paving $19,741.70 Grading (Labor & Equipment) 20.000.00 Total $398741.70 County Expenses to date $12,701.19 Rental & Landfill Fees Paid 57,085.67 Total $69,786.81 Projected Costs: Contract Amount Including Change Order No. 2 $693,619.77 In Rind work budgeted $ 39,791.70 Expenses and work incurred $ 69,786.81 Contingencies committed Change Order No. 3 5 23.984.43 Current Project Cost $827,182.71 Budgeted Project Cost $850,130.91 Projected Under -Run $ 22,948.26 ALTERNATIVES AND ANALYSIS Alternative No. 1 - Approve Change Order No. 3 in the amount of $23,984.43. Alternative No. 2 - Do not approve Change Order No. 3. Staff recommends Alternative No. 1 due to the improvement in the fields and the less time it will take to establish a turf that the Board approve Change Order No. 3, with funding coming from Account No. 001-210-572-066.51, for the South County Regional Park. County Administrator Jim Chandler clarified that after the additional expense of $23,984.43 we have an uncommitted balance of $22,948.26. Commissioner Bird explained that this is a change from Bermuda grass to Bahia sod, which is smoother to play on and a more durable playing surface. ON MOTION by Commissioner Scurlock, SECONDED by Commissioner Bird, the Board unanimously approved Change Order No. 3 to the South County Regional Park Project in the amount of $23,984.43, as recommended by staff. CHANGE ORDER NO. 3 IS ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF CLERK TO THE BOARD 35 MV 12 1992 ,qOQK 6'6Fret t �, Ll J F_ 9� nY BOOK 'fi g F;,U ° � CONSULTANT SELECTION FOR REPLACEMENT OF 43RD AVENUE BRIDGE OVER THE INDIAN RIVER FARMS MAIN RELIEF CANAL The Board reviewed memo from County Engineer Roger Cain dated May 5, 1992: TO: James Chandler County -Administrator TBROUGM: FROM: SUBJECT: DATE: James W. Davis, P.E. Public Works Director Roger D. Cain, P.E. County Engineer Consultant Bridge over LOI #92-82 May 5, 1992 WE Selection for Replacement the Indian River Farms Main IRC Project No. 8940 DESCRIPTION AND CONDITIONS of 43rd Avenue Relief Canal In order to select a consultant to do the design work to replace the 43rd Avenue Bridge over the Main Relief Canal, advertisements were placed to request Letters of Interest from consulting firms for this project. Letters of Interest were received from five (5) firms and four (4) firms were selected from these five (5) for interviews. Interviews were conducted on April 30, 1992 by the selection committee of James W. Davis, Randy Dowling, and Roger D. Cain. As a result of those interviews the following -.ranking of firma for this work was made: 1. Williams, Hatfield & Stoner, Inc./Ca`rter Associates, Inc. 2• Marshall McCully & Associates/HNTB 3. Rimley-Horn & Associates 4. Dyer, Riddle, Mills & Precourt, Inc. 5• Gee & Jenson The rankings reflect the committee's rating of the technical competence, ability to produce plans and specifications on time, experience in this field, and abilities of personnel to be assigned to this project. According to the Consultant Competitive Negotiations Act the staff recommends that negotiations proceed with the top ranked firm in order to reach agreement as to the work and fee for this project. If the negotiations are not successful with the top ranked firm, staff will recommend to the Board that negotiations be commenced with the next highest rated firm to achieve an agreement, and so on down the line until an agreement is reached with one of the firms. Once negotiations are terminated with one of the firms, they will not be re -opened. Staff is very desirous of achieving a timely agreement and requests the Board's permission to begin negotiations. 36 �� ALTERNATIVES AND ANALYSIS Alternative No. 1 - Begin negotiations with the top ranked firm of Williams, Hatfield & Stoner, Inc./Carter Associates, Inc. Alternative No. 2 - Begin negotiations with another firm on the list at the Boards direction. Staff recommends Alternate No. 1, with the provisions that if an agreement is not reached in a timely fashion, that negotiations be terminated and staff will begin negotiations with the next highest ranked firm, and so on down the list until an agreement is reached. Funding shall be from Account No. 111-214-541-066.31. Commissioner Scurlock noted that the first and second listed firms are joint ventures and cautioned staff that in negotiating a contract, responsibilities should be delineated so that if there is a problem we know who is responsible. County Engineer Cain advised that our standard contracts delineate through a scope of work what is to be done on a given project and with a joint venture we specifically say which firm is responsible for what. MOTION WAS MADE by Commissioner Scurlock, SECONDED by Commissioner Wheeler, to authorize staff to begin negotiations with the top ranked firm and if agreement is not reached in a timely fashion, to begin negotiations with the next highest ranked firm, as set out in staff's recommendation. Discussion ensued regarding the bridge and what repairs have been done to it. Commissioner Scurlock asked, and Public Works Director Jim Davis confirmed that this bridge spans Indian River Farms' canal. Carter and Associates, Inc., is the consultant for Indian River Farms Water Control District and the firm is knowledgeable about the hydraulics of the channel, so we hope to save some money by not having to model the hydraulics -of the water coming through that channel. THE CHAIRMAN CALLED FOR THE QUESTION. It was voted on and carried unanimously. 37 BOOK MAY 1 1992 F�,,r` I MAY i 1997 BOOK� , _� � F'�.i,E 4'i1 6TH AVENUE IMPROVEMENTS AT 20TH PLACE TWIN PAIRS PROJECT - BUDGET AMENDMENT 027 The Board reviewed memo from County Engineer Roger Cain dated April 29, 1992: TO: James Chandler County Administrator THROUGH: 'James W. Davis, P.E. 4v/ Public Works Director FROM: Roger D. Cain, P.E. ~� County Engineer ` SUBJECT: 6th Avenue Improvements at 20th Place Twin Pairs Project - BUDGET AMENDMENT 027 DATE: April 29, 1992 DESCRIPTION AND CONDI TONS In conjunction with the Twin Pairs Project in Vero Beach, the County needs to'widen the intersection at 6th Avenue and 20th Place to include left turn lanes for this intersection for signalized operation. The County Engineering Division has prepared plans and specifications for this intersection improvement and has obtained a quote from Ranger Construction Industries, Inc., the contractor for the Florida Department of Transportation, Twin Pairs Project. We are requesting that the county execute a construction contract with Ranger Construction Industries, Inc. for this work and that the Board of County Commissioners dispense with the bid process for this project as the Florida Department of Transportation, through its own bidding process, has selected Ranger Construction Industries, Inc., and because the county staff has reviewed the quoted unit prices and is convinced that the prices are reasonable. for the work performed. The total for the work is $50,411.40, which includes grading, paving, and drainage improvements. Our discussions with the County Attorney's office indicates that this procedure would be appropriate and would definitely save considerable time and cost to the county in preparing and advertising bids for this particular project. Also, by doing this, it will eliminate the administrative problems and possible contractual disagreements of having two contractors working in the same area at the same time. ALTERNATIVES AND ANALYSIS Alternative No. 1 - Approve the execution of a construction contract with Ranger Construction Industries, Inc. at the unit prices quoted. Alternative No. 2 - Deny the request to enter into a contract with Ranger Construction Industries, Inc. RECOMMENDATION AND F—MING Staff recommends Alternative No. 1. Funding to come from Secondary Road Construction Fund No. 109. 38 TO: ON MOTION by Commissioner Wheeler, SECONDED by Commissioner Bowman, the Board unanimously approved the execution of a construction contract with Ranger Construction Industries, Inc., at the unit prices quoted, as recommended by staff, and approved Budget Amendment 027: Members of the Board SUBJECT: BUDGET AMENDMENT of County Commissioners SER: 027 FROM: Joseph A. Bair DATE: _May 5. 1992 OMB Director Entry NUmber! Funds t Name A AccountNumb L -Increase � Decrease _1. !EXPENSE ! 'SECONDARY ROAD CONSTRUCTION FLORIDACRES WATER MAIN. BID NO. 92-87 The Board reviewed memo from Utility Services Director Terry Pinto dated April 23, 1992: DATE: APRIL 23, 1992 TO: JAMES E. CHANDLER COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR FROM: TERRANCE G. PINTO DIRECTOR OF UTILI VICES PREPARED ROBERT 0. WISEMEN, P.E. AND STAFFED ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEER ftW BY: DEPARTMENT OF UTILITY SERVICES SUBJECT: FLORIDACRES WATER MAIN BID NO. 92-87 INDIAN RIVER COUNTY PROJECT NO. UW -91 -04 -DS BACKGROUND AND ANALYSIS On April 7, 1992, the Board of County Commissioners approved the award of bid on'the above-named project to Timothy Rose of Vero Beach, Florida in the amount of $13,913.40 (see attached Agenda Item). Attached are four copies, ready for execution, of the Standard Form of Agreement Between Owner and Contractor based on a stipulated price. RECOMMENDATION .Staff of the Department of Utility Services recommends that the subject:agreement be approved and authorized by the chairman of the Board of County.Commissioners. 39 BOOK F' 4 �� �, F, i Bou 86 i-A.UE 443 ON MOTION by Commissioner Wheeler, SECONDED by Commissioner Bowman, the Board unanimously approved and authorized the Chairman to execute the agreement with Timothy Rose Enterprises for Indian -River County Project No. UW -9k -04 -DS, as recommended by staff. SAID AGREEMENT IS ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF CLERK TO THE BOARD 82ND AVENUE, OSLO ROAD AND 72ND AVENUE SEWER FORCE MAIN FINAL PAY REQUEST AND CHANGE ORDER NO. 1 The Board reviewed memo from Utility Services Director Terry Pinto dated April 28, 1992: DATE: APRIL 28, 1992 TO: JAMES E. CHANDLER COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR FROM: TERRANCE G. PINTO DIRECTOR OF UTILIJ CES PREPARED WILLIAM MCCAIN AND STAFFED CAPIT CTS ENGINEER BY: DEPAR OF UTILITY SERVICES SUBJECT: 82ND A , OSLO ROAD AND 72ND AVENUE SEWER FORCE MAIN FINAL PAY REQUEST AND CHANGE ORDER NO. 1 IRC PROJECT NO. US -90 -15 -CS BACKGROUND In July 1991, the Indian River County Board of County Commissioners approved a contract for the -aforementioned project with Owl and Associates, Inc., in the amount of $86,835.00. The majority of the contract was completed in October 1991; however, due to the inability to connect the main to the plant at that time and the possible need for additional taps for additional development, we had delayed final testing of the line until March 1992. We are just now finalizing the project. Final testing is complete. As-builts have been reviewed, and we are ready to make final payment to the contractor. ANALYSIS The original construction cost was $86,835.00. As a result of the final quantity adjustment (see Change Order No. 1), the contract amount was reduced by $14,254.00. The total final cost is $72,581.00, which equates to a 16.4% decrease in project cost. RECOMMENDATION The staff of the Department of Utility Services recommends that the Board of County Commissioners approve both the change order and the final contractor's pay request. 40 ON MOTION by Commissioner Scurlock, SECONDED by Commissioner Wheeler, the Board unanimously approved Change Order #1 and Owl and Associates, Inc.'s final pay request, as recommended by staff. CHANGE ORDER AND FINAL PAY REQUEST ARE ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF CLERK TO THE BOARD U.S.1 NORTHBOUND LEFT -TURN LANE AT 99TH STREET (VICKERS ROAD) The Board reviewed memo from County Attorney Charles Vitunac dated May 6, 1992: TO: The Board of County Commissioners FROM: t O(- William G. Collins II - Deputy County Attorney DATE: May 6, 1992 SUBJECT: U.S. 1 Northbound Left -Turn Lane at 99th Street (Vickers Road) This agenda item relates to the request for a refund of funds escrowed by Karl Hedin as fairshare contribution toward the construction of a left -turn lane at 99th Street and U. S. 1. A brief chronology follows. 1. A development was approved north of 99th Street west of U. S. 1 several years ago for John Bernard Roberts. The installation of a northbound left -turn lane on U. S. 1 was a condition of approval, to be met before C. 0. Mr. Roberts went bankrupt before completing the project and a Certificate of Occupancy was never issued. 2. A special exception approval was granted on August 15, 1989 for Keith's Oil Can and mini warehouse/self-storage facility at the southwest corner of U.S. 1 and 99th Street. As a condition of* this special exception approval, Mr. Hedin was to escrow his fairshare_ of the cost of constructing a left -turn lane on U.S. 1 northbound at 99th Street. 3. Prior to a C.O. being issued for Keith's Oil Can, $3,000 was delivered Into escrow for the left -turn lane under cover letter from Michael O'Haire which set out the terms of the escrow agreement. Under the agreement the money would be refunded to Mr. Hedin if a left -turn lane was not constructed within five years or, if the left -turn lane was constructed by the State Department of Transportation. The funds were available to Indian River County should it construct the left -turn lane in the next five years. 4. Since that time I have received 13 letters from Mr. Hedin, asserting that the condition of escrow was a mistake (for a variety of reasons) and demanding its return. I have consistently told Mr. Hedin that I had no authority to order funds released from escrow until the terms of the escrow agreement were met. 5. Early in 1992 the "Ford" rezoning of the former Roberts property took dace. At that time the Board of County Commissioners directed Public Works Director Davis to proceed with the design of a left -turn lane at the subject intersection. 41 ' 19 00K r MAY 12 1992 Bou S'b f�i.vC 4,15 S. On April 219 1992 Mr. Davis was notified by the Florida Department of Transportation that they have programmed the construction of the northbound left -turn lane at this location with an expected completion date of 1992. I have verified this with further phone calls to F . D . O . T . and on April 28, 1992 received a confirmation letter. ISSUE Should the Board authorize the refund of Mr. Hedin's $3,000 with interest from June 14, 1991. ANALYSIS Paragraph 2 of the June 14, 1991 escrow agreement states that "If, prior to five years from date, a left -turn lane is constructed at the expense of the State of Florida, Department of Transportation, then the escrowed funds, together with all interest earned thereon, will be paid over to K. D. Hedin." We now have a firm commitment from D.O.T. that the left -turn lane will, be constructed this year. Holding the escrowed funds for a longer period of time would be warranted only if we felt that F. D . O. T . might not perform their work program as they have recently set it out. Holding the escrowed funds longer simply means that we are accruing interest for the benefit of Mr. Hedin. ALTERNATIVES I. Retain the escrowed funds until the F. D . O. T . construction is completed. 2. Authorize refund of the escrowed money at this time, based upon the D . O. T .'s 1992 work program. 3. Release the escrowed funds to Mr. Hedin, based on any alternative reasoning which he may present at the Board meeting on May 12, 1992. RECOMMENDATION I recommend Alternative No. 2. ON MOTION by Commissioner Scurlock, SECONDED by Commissioner Bowman, the Board unanimously approved staff's recommended Alternative. 2 and authorized refund of the escrowed money at this time based upon the DOT's 1992 work program. PARKS AND RECREATION COMMITTEE REPORT Commissioner Bird reported that Sebastian is considering extension of one of the airport runways which would affect Donald McDonald and Dale Winbrow Parks to the extent that tree height may be restricted to 35 feet. The committee members and staff toured that area and determined, based on correspondence from FAA and City of Sebastian, that extension of that runway would not require any clearing of trees. 42 Commissioner Bird stated that the committee had received a request for a First Amendment park in Indian River County. The same request had been sent to City of Vero Beach and City of Sebastian and the committee decided to take no action on that request. Commissioner Bird advised that. he will confer with Sid Poe of Southern Bell regarding the public phones in several parks. They have *kemoved some public phones from the parks because of lack of activity; they take in about $2.00 per month and need a minimun of $3.50 per month. The committee agreed that it is necessary to have phones available in the parks and will pursue that issue. Roseland Property Owners Association requested a jogging trail in Dale Wimbro"' ark, and Parks, Superintendent Rex Hailey and Public Works Director Jim Davis agree it could be constructed with maintenance funds. Commis ioner Bowman led discuss 6n regarding the boat ramps at these parks. She reported that at Dale Wimbrow Park boaters get impatient waiting to launch their boats and launch them over the grassy finger and other places. She suggested there is room south of the existing ramp for another ramp. Commissioner Bowman reported that one boater told her that the ramp at Donald McDonald Park is silted over to a depth of 18 inches, making it very difficult to launch a boat. Public Works Director Jim Davis advised that our boating improvements fund is fairly encumbered with other projects, but staff will include that item under next year's budget if the Board so directs. Commissioner Wheeler informed the Board that Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is considering some dredging of the shoal area at the South Fork of the Sebastian River and we should wait to see what they do before we do anything about the boat ramps. There being no further business, on Motion duly made, seconded and carried, the Board adjourned at 10:20 o'clock A. M. ATTEST: J. K. Barton; Clerk Carol . Egge Chairman 43 Q i � aooK F it 4161