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COUNTY COMMISSIONERS DISTRICT
BOARD OF COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS
INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
TUESDAY, MAY 24, 2016
Commission Chambers
Indian River County Administration Complex
180127 1h Street, Building A
Vero Beach, Florida, 32960-3388
www.ircgov.com
Bob Solari, Chairman District 5 Present
Joseph E. Flescher, Vice Chairman District 2 Present
Wesley S. Davis District 1 Present
Peter D. O'Bryan District 4 Present
Tim Zorc District 3 Present
Michael Zito, Assistant County
Administrator
Dylan Reingold, County Attorney
Jeffrey R. Smith, Clerk of the Circuit
Court and Comptroller
Leona Adair Allen, Deputy Clerk
Present
Present
Present
Present
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9:02
a.m.
CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
9:00 A.M.
Jeffrey R. Smith, Clerk of the Circuit Court and
Comptroller
Commissioner Wesley S. Davis
ADDITIONS/DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA / EMERGENCY ITEMS
Move: Item 8.G. Amendment to Termination of Lease Agreement with Indian
River Sports Complex 16th Street Ballfields, to be heard under 12.C.3. Recreation
Move: Item 12.A.1. Board Consideration of a Proposed Non-exclusive License
Agreement with Friends of the Morningside Drive Dock, Inc., to Use and Maintain a
Dock on County -owned Land off South Jungle Trail, to be heard following Item 5.E.
Move: Item 14.E.2 Boys and Girls Club and St. Francis Manor Ground Lease, to be
heard in conjunction with Item 10.B.2.
ON MOTION by Commissioner Davis, SECONDED by Vice Chairman Flescher,
the Board unanimously approved the Agenda as amended.
Board of County Commission Minutes Page 1
May 24, 2016
5. PROCLAMATIONS and PRESENTATIONS
9:05 A. Presentation of Proclamation and Retirement Award Honoring Christopher Mora
a.m. on His Retirement from Indian River County Board of County Commissioners
Department of Public_ Works_ With_ Twenty -One Years of Service ---------------------------- 1---3
Chairman Solari read and presented the Proclamation to Christopher
Mora.
9:26 B. Presentation of Proclamation and Retirement Award Honoring Tommy Dupuis
a.m. on His Retirement from Indian River County Board of County Commissioners
Department of Emergency Services/Fire Rescue With Thirty Years of Service 4-5
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Chairman Solari read and presented the Proclamation to Tommy Dupuis.
9:31 C. Presentation of Proclamation and Retirement Award Hononng Patrick McNeal
a.m. on His Retirement From Indian River County Board of County Commissioners
Department of Public Works/Road & Bridge Division With Thirty -Five Years of
Service6-7
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Chairman Solari read and presented the Proclamation to Patrick McNeal.
9:38 D. Presentation by Rick Hatcher, Executive Director, Treasure Coast Sports
a.m. Commission on the 2016 FHSAA Girls Softball Championships at Historic
DodWertown ----
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Executive Director of the Treasure Coast Sports Commission Rick Hatcher
provided an update on hosting the Florida College System Activities
Association Athletics (FCSAA), and the Florida High School Athletic
Association (FHSAA) Softball State Championships at Historic
Dodgertown; and presented the Board with FHSAA commemorative coins.
9:47 E. Presentation for the Indian River Chamber of Commerce by Dr. Tony Villamil,
a.m. Washington Economics Group, of the Economic Impacts Brief — The Economic
Development Return on Public Investment in Indian River County ----
Founder and President of the Washington Economics Group, Inc. (WEG)
Dr. Tony Villamil presented a summary of the "Economic Impacts Brief:
The Economic Development Return on Public Investment in Indian River
County" report, and responded to the Board's questions and comments.
(Clerk's Note: Chairman Solari requested that Item I2.A.l. be heard as the next
Agenda item.)
6. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
10:19 A. Regular Meeting of April 12, 2016
a.m.
B. Regular Meeting of April 19, 2016
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May 24, 2016
ON MOTION by Vice Chairman Flescher, SECONDED by Commissioner
O'Bryan, the Board unanimously approved the Regular Meeting Minutes of
April 12, 2016, and April 19, 2016, as written.
7. INFORMATION ITEMS FROM STAFF OR COMMISSIONERS NOT
REQUIRING BOARD ACTION
10:20 A. May 25, 2016 All Aboard Florida 100% Plans — Public Review and Comment
a.m. Session
(memorandum dated May 16, 2016) 8
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Chairman Solari announced that the All Aboard Florida 100% Plans
meeting, for public review and comments, is scheduled for May 25, 2016,
from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m., in Building B, Room B1-501.
10:21 B. Proclamation and Retirement Award Honoring John "Jack" Reschak on His
a.m. Retirement From Indian River County Board of County Commissioners
Department of Emergency Services/Fire Rescue With Twenty -Seven Years of
--Ser-v-ice 9-10
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Commissioner O'Bryan recognized John Reschak on his retirement.
10:21 C. Update — May 14, 2016, Sebastian Lionfish Fest
a.m.(memorandum dated May -17, 2016)--------------------------------------------------------------- 11-13
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Coastal Environmental Specialist for Indian River County Kendra Cope
provided an update on the success of the first Sebastian Lionfish Fest event.
D. - - Indian River - County Event Calendar Review ---------------------------------------------------- 14-15
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8. CONSENT AGENDA
10:26 ON MOTION by Vice Chairman Flescher, SECONDED by Commissioner
a.m. Davis, the Board unanimously approved the Consent Agenda as amended,
moving Item 8.G. to be heard under Item 12.C.3.
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A. Approval of Checks and Electronic Payments — May 6, 2016 to May 12, 2016
(memorandum dated
May -1-2,2016) --------------------------------------------------------------- 16-24
Approved the list of checks and electronic payments as supplied by the
Comptroller's office.
B. Amendment No. 16 to Indian River County Civil Engineering and Land
Surveying Agreement for Bridge Replacements and Widening of 66`h Avenue
from South of SR60 to North of 57`h Street
_ (memorandum_dated May -1-1,-2016) -------------------------------------------------------------25-45
Approved Amendment No. 16 with Arcadis US, Inc. (formally known as
Arcadis G&M, Inc.), for an amount not to exceed $72,231.66, and authorized
the Chairman to execute the Agreement.
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C. Work Order No. 6, Kimley-Horn & Associates, Inc., Oslo Road and 66th Avenue
Intersection Improvements
(memorandum dated May 12, 2016) 46-50
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Approved Work Order No. 6 to Kimley-Horn & Associates, Inc.; authorized
the professional services outlined in the Scope of Work (Exhibit A); and
authorized the Chairman to execute the Work Order for a lump sum
amount of $23,140.00.
D. Work Order No. 21 Ecological Associates, Inc., Sector 3 Beach Restoration
Project, 2016 Post Construction Biological Monitoring Services
(memorandum dated May 17, 2016) 51-64
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Approved Work Order No. 21 to the contract with Ecological Associates,
Inc., and authorized the Chairman to execute same on behalf of the County.
E. 790 AIA, LLC's Request for Final Plat Approval of Sandy Lane PD
(memorandum dated May 12, 2016) 65-80
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Granted final plat approval for Sandy Lane Planned Development (PD)
(formerly known as 790 AIA Residential PD).
F. Renewal of Pictometry Connect Software Agreement
(memorandum_dated May_13, 2016) 81-91
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Authorized the Chairman to execute the Agreement with Pictometry
International Corp. in the amount of $550.00.
G. Amendment to Termination of Lease Agreement with Indian River Sports
Complex 16th Street Ballfields
(memorandum dated
May -1-6,2016) -------------------------------------------------- 92-94____
This Item was moved to 12.C.3. Recreation.
H. Justice Assistance Grant — Miscellaneous Budget Amendment 018
_ (memorandum dated May -1-7,2016) --------------------------------------------------------------- 95-97
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Approved the utilization of the Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) funds
totaling $9,300.00; and Resolution 2016-045, amending the fiscal year 2015-
2016 Budget.
I. Agenda item 8.I. has been removed from the Agenda----------------------------------------- 98-124
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The Chairman called for a break at 10:26 a.m., and reconvened the meeting
at 10:37 a.m., with all members present.
9. CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS and GOVERNMENTAL AGENCIES
None
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10. PUBLIC ITEMS
A. PUBLIC HEARINGS
10:37 1. County Initiated Request to Amend (Update) the Text of Several
a.m. Elements of the County's Comprehensive Plan
(m-emorandum-dated ay - 6, 2016)
May- 125-183
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Legislative
PROOF OF PUBLICATION OF ADVERTISEMENT FOR THE
HEARING IS ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE CLERK TO
THE BOARD
Community Development Director Stan Boling used a
PowerPoint Presentation to explain the purpose and process of
the proposed text amendment to several elements and a sub -
element of the Comprehensive Plan (Plan). He also spoke
about the consistency with the Plan and the changed
circumstances to bring it up to date. He said that staff and the
Planning and Zoning Commission recommend that the Board
approve the proposed Comprehensive Plan Text Amendment
for transmittal to the State and regional review agencies.
Discussions ensued regarding the proposed amendments to the
Solid Waste Sub -Element, and the Transportation Element.
The Chairman opened the Public Hearing. There being no
speakers, the Chairman closed the Public Hearing.
ON MOTION by Commissioner O'Bryan, SECONDED by
Commissioner Zorc, the Board unanimously: (1) approved
Resolution 2016-046, approving the transmittal of a proposed
Indian River County Comprehensive Plan Text Amendment to
State and Regional review Agencies; and (2) announced intent
to hold and advertise a final public hearing at the adoption
stage of the plan amendment process (tentatively planned for
August 2016).
B. PUBLIC DISCUSSION ITEMS
(As a general rule, public discussion items should be limited to matters on which
the commission may take action.)
10:52 1. Request to Speak from GEDC Regarding Updating Gifford Community
a.m. Activities 184
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Wanda Scott, representing the Gifford Economic Development
Council, Inc. (GEDC), showed a video and voiced concerns over
public safety, the completion of pending projects, and areas in need
of revitalization.
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Winston Brown requested staff to investigate and resolve drainage
issues before paving the road for the 45th Street Beautification
Project.
Ms. Scott requested Gifford's drainage schematics from staff.
Public Works Director Richard Szpyrka provided background on
the Beautification Project; said his staff was investigating the areas
of concern; revealed that staff was currently in the process of paving
the street; and noted that it could take weeks or months to resolve
certain drainage problems.
Chairman Solari said that due to limited funds, and the community
waiting for the Beautification Project to be completed, the drainage
issues would need to be addressed through a planning process.
11:34 2. Request to Speak from Louis Sehaet Schacht Regarding St. Francis
a.m. Manor Lease OTtions ------------------------------------------------------------------------185
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(Clerk's Note: This Item was heard in conjunction with Item 14.E.2.
and is placed here for continuity.)
Louis Schacht, 1915 34`h Avenue, asked for the Board to consider a
modification to the Boys and Girls Club of Indian River County and
St. Francis Manor's Lease Agreement (for a parcel of land south of
St. Francis Manor that was rendered unbuildable due to the tower
and support cables, and later declared as surplus), which could allow
for two new senior affordable housing buildings.
Commissioner Zorc proposed that St. Francis Manor and Carter
and Associates, Inc. identify the optimum minimum size needed to
place the two buildings, and bring the information back to the
Board.
A brief discussion ensued regarding the amount of property needed
for the two new buildings; the existing tower; and the construction
start date.
Deputy County Attorney William DeBraal explained the problems of
moving the tower due to its height.
ON MOTION by Commissioner Zorc, SECONDED by
Commissioner O'Bryan, the Board unanimously directed staff to
make the best use of the property, and to work with St. Francis
Manor and Carter and Associates, Inc. to obtain an optimal solution.
(Clerk's Note: Commissioner Davis exited the meeting at 11:44 a.m.)
Board of County Commission Minutes Page 6
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C. PUBLIC NOTICE ITEMS
None
11. COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR MATTERS
None
12. DEPARTMENTAL MATTERS
A. Community Development
10:04
a.m. (Clerk's Note: This Item was heard following Item S.E. and is placed
here for continuity.)
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1. Board Consideration of a Proposed Non-exclusive License Agreement
with Friends of the Morningside Drive Dock, Inc., to Use and Maintain
a Dock on County -owned Land off South Jungle Trail
(memorandum -dated-May-16, - 2016) 186-198
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Chief of Environmental Planning and Code Enforcement Roland
DeBlois used a PowerPoint Presentation to review staffs discussion
and direction at the February 16, 2016 Board of County
Commission meeting, where this Item was TABLED for 90 days.
He said that after that meeting, the newly renovated Jones's Pier
dock was opened to the public, and the Riverside Estates residents
had: (1) hired Attorney Bruce Barkett; (2) created a non-profit
corporation called Friends of the Morningside Dock, Inc.;
(3) submitted a boundary survey; (4) met on-site with the County
Building Official to discuss the upgrades to meet the building code
requirements; (5) submitted "dock rules" for group members; and
(6) submitted a proposed non-exclusive License Agreement that
would allow for general public access. He spoke about the
conditions that would apply if the dock is to be used by the
community; outlined the provisions of the proposed License
Agreement; and conveyed staffs recommendation.
Attorney Bruce Barkett, representing Riverside Estates, was
agreeable to the conditions.
County Attorney Dylan Reingold clarified the modification to Item
6 of the License Agreement.
A brief discussion ensued regarding insurance, dock improvements,
and the usage/access to the dock.
Chairman Solari voiced his objections to staffs recommendation.
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ON MOTION by Commissioner O'Bryan, SECONDED by Vice
Chairman Flescher, by a 4-1 vote (Chairman Solari opposed), the
Board approved a revised License Agreement with Friends of the
Morningside Dock, Inc., approved by the County Attorney, with
two additional sections to the Agreement requiring: (1) proof of
insurance to be submitted to the County Attorney within 15 days of
execution of the Agreement; and (2) permit(s) obtained and dock
improvements brought into building code compliance within six
months of execution of the Agreement.
B. Emergency Services
None
C. General Services
None
1, Human Services
None
2. Sandridge Golf Club
None
3, Recreation
None
11:44
a.m. (Clerk's Note: This Item was moved from 8. G.)
Amendment to Termination of Lease Agreement with Indian River Sports
Complex 16th Street Ballfields
(memorandum dated May 16, 2016)
Assistant County Administrator Michael Zito recalled that during the
February 16, 2016 Board of County Commission meeting, the Board
approved a Termination of Lease Agreement with Indian River Sports
Complex, Inc.; during the May 10, 2016 meeting, the Board declared
the property surplus and directed staff to bring back an Amendment to
extend the termination date to the date of the sale. He recommended
that the Board approve the new Amendment of Lease Agreement for
the use of the property, which shall terminate upon Lessor approval of
the sale of the property, or a date certain of November 30, 2016,
whichever occurs first.
Board of County Commission Minutes Page 8
May 24, 2016
Discussion ensued regarding the language in the Amendment, should
there be a partial sale during the interim period.
ON MOTION by Vice Chairman Flescher, SECONDED by
Commissioner Zorc, by a 4-0 vote (Commissioner Davis absent), the
Board approved and authorized the Chairman to execute the
Amendment to Termination of Lease Agreement with Indian River
Sports Complex, Inc.
D. Human Resources
None
E. Office of Management and Budp_et
None
F. Public Works
None
G. Utilities Services
None
13. COUNTY ATTORNEY MATTERS
None
14. COMMISSIONERS MATTERS
A. Commissioner Bob Solari, Chairman
None
B. Commissioner Joseph E. Flescher, Vice Chairman
None
C. Commissioner Weslev S. Davis
None
D. Commissioner Peter D. O'Bryan
None
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14. COMMISSIONERS MATTERS
E. Commissioner Tim Zorc
11:52 1. Private -Public Partnerships
a.m. (memorandum dated May 16, 2016) 199-209
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Commissioner Zorc spoke about public-private partnerships
and the governing directive, Florida Statute 287.05712.
11:34 2. Boys and Girls Club and St. Francis Manor Ground Lease
a.m. (memorandum dated May 18, 2016) 210-214
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(Clerk's Note: This Item was heard in conjunction with Item
10.B.2.)
15. SPECIAL DISTRICTS AND BOARDS
A. Emerp-encv Services District
None
B. Solid Waste Disposal District
None
C. Environmental Control Board
None
16. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, the Chairman declared the meeting adjourned at
11:58 p.m.
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