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Meeting Minutes - Final
Tuesday, April 4, 2017
9:00 AM
Commission Chambers
Board of County Commissioners
Joseph E. Flescher, Chairman, District 2
Peter D. O'Bryan, Vice Chairman, District 4
Susan Adams, District 1
Bob Solari, District 5
Tim Zorc, District 3
Jason E. Brown, County Administrator
Dylan Reingold, County Attorney
Jeffrey R. Smith, Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller
Rhonda D. Zirkle, Deputy Clerk
Board of County Commissioners Meeting Minutes - Final April 4, 2017
1. CALL TO ORDER
ROLLCALL
Present: 5 - Chairman Joseph Flescher
Vice Chairman Peter O'Bryan
Commissioner Susan Adams
Commissioner Bob Solari
Commissioner Tim Zorc
2. INVOCATION
Stan Boling, Community Development Director
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Commissioner Tim Zorc
4. ADDITIONS/DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA / EMERGENCY ITEMS
Deletion: Consent Agenda Item 8.1-1. Award of Bid No. 2017034 CR 512
Westbound Resurfacing (Roseland Road to US 1) and CR512 Eastbound
Resurfacing (Easy Street to US 1)
Pulled for discussion: Item 7.C. Everything You Should Know About Sea Turtle
Nesting Season
A motion was made by Vice Chairman O'Bryan, seconded by Commissioner Solari, to
approve the Agenda as amended. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5- Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman O'Bryan, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner
Solari, and Commissioner Zorc
5. PROCLAMATIONS and PRESENTATIONS
5.A 17-0239 Presentation of Proclamation Recognizing April as Guardian ad Litem Month
Recommended Action: Read and Presented
Attachments: Proclamation
Chairman Flescher read and presented the Proclamation recognizing the Month of
April 2017 as Guardian ad Litem (GAL) Month.
H.L. "Vern" Melvin, Circuit Director, GAL Program, 19th Judicial Circuit,
commended the citizens of the County and also the Board for stepping forward and
supporting the children of Indian River County.
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Creighton Mcshane, a 20 -year GAL court-appointed volunteer, was present and
recognized for his time spent with children who were abused, abandoned, or
neglected through no fault of their own.
Read and Presented
5. B 17-0257 Presentation of Proclamation Designating the Month of April as Water
Conservation Month
Recommended Action: Read and Presented.
Attachments: Proclamation
Vice Chairman O'Bryan read and presented the Proclamation designating the
Month of April 2017 as Water Conservation Month.
Abby Johnson, Intergovernmental Coordinator for St. Johns River Water
Management District (SJRWMD), emphasized the importance of water
conservation, gave a brief explanation regarding the cost -share program as it is now
available, and expressed her sincere gratitude for the support of Indian River
County.
Read and Presented
5.0 17-0262 Presentation of Proclamation Designating the Month of April, 2017 as Child Abuse
Prevention Month
Recommended Action: Read and Presented.
Attachments: Proclamation
Commissioner Adams read and presented the Proclamation designating April 2017
as Child Abuse Prevention Month.
Exchange Club of Indian River President Joan Barcus assured the Board of the
Club's continued effort to raise money, and also to educate the community, in an
effort to eliminate child abuse.
Read and Presented
5.D 17-0360 Presentation of Proclamation Designating April 10, 2017 as Gopher Tortoise Day
Recommended Action: Read and Presented.
Attachments: Proclamation
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Commissioner Zorc read and presented the Proclamation designating April 10,
2017 as Gopher Tortoise Day. He also pointed out that Gopher Tortoise Day will
be observed annually on April 10th in Indian River County.
Conservation Lands Manager Beth Powell used a PowerPoint Presentation to
provide facts pertaining to Florida Gopher Tortoises, noting they are listed as a
threatened species by the State of Florida.
Read and Presented
5.E 17-0357 Proclamation Honoring the Members of the Florida Forest Service (FFS) & The
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) for their Assistance
with Habitat Management within the County's Conservation Areas
Recommended Action: Informational.
Attachments: Proclamation
Commissioner Solari read and presented the Proclamation to members of the
Florida Forest Service (FFS) and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation
Commission (FWC).
Conservation Lands Manager Beth Powell introduced Smokey Bear, and used a
PowerPoint Presentation to outline the ways that FFS and FWC are helping to
manage our valuable land.
Read and Presented
5.F. 17-0361 Presentation on Florida Department of Transportation Treasure Coast Regional
Household Travel Survey by Tamara Phillips, Public Information Officer, Quest
Corporation of American, Inc.
Attachments: Travel Survey Brochure
Quest Corporation of America Public Information Officer Tamara Phillips
represented the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) with an
informational presentation. She mentioned that the Treasure Coast Regional
Household Travel Survey (TC -HTS) will be mailed out to households in Indian
River, St. Lucie and Martin Counties in the near future. Individuals may go online
to www.treasurecoastsurvey.com to complete the survey, or they may download an
app to submit their input as to which means of transportation they rely on daily.
This information would be intended to reduce road and public transit congestion,
and to enhance both walking and bike paths, in the years to come.
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Read and Presented
6. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
7. INFORMATION ITEMS FROM STAFF OR COMMISSIONERS NOT REQUIRING BOARD
ACTION
7.A 17-0338 Proclamation Designating the Week of April 9 Through April 15, 2017 as National
Library Week
Recommended Action: Informational
Attachments: Proclamation
No Action Taken or Required
73 17-0339 Residential Paper Shredding Event on Saturday, April 8, 2017
Recommended Action: No recommended action, informational only.
Attachments: Staff Report
No Action Taken or Required
7.0 17-0340 Everything You Should Know About Sea Turtle Nesting Season
Recommended Action: Information Only
Attachments: Information Report
Indian River County Coastal Environmental Specialist Kendra Cope used a
PowerPoint Presentation to provide background regarding the Habitat Conservation
Plan (HCP), and clarified that Leatherback, Green and Loggerhead sea turtle
nesting season has been monitored daily for the past 13 years, between the months
of March 1 and October 31, throughout the County.
No Action Taken or Required
7.D 17-0348 Building Division Job Evaluation and Position Changes
Recommended Action: Provided for Board of County Commission Information Only. No action required.
Attachments: Staff Report
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No Action Taken or Required
7.E 17-0349 Indian River County Venue Event Calendar Review
Recommended Action: No Action required of the Board of County Commissioners
Attachments: Event Calendar
No Action Taken or Required
7.F 17-0354 FP&L/Vero Beach/FMPA and All Aboard Florida Expenses
Recommended Action: No Action Required
Attachments: Staff Report
FP&L-Vero Beach-FMPA expenses
All Aboard FL Expenses
No Action Taken or Required
7.G 17-0363 Development Review and Permitting Process Workshop, April 12, 2017, 2 - 5 p.m.,
Building B - Room B1-501
Recommended Action: Information Only. No Action Required.
Attachments: Workshop Flyer
No Action Taken or Required
7.H 17-0376 Job Fair at Indian River State College
Recommended Action: No action required
Attachments: Job Fair Fiver
No Action Taken or Required
7.1 17-0344 Neighborhood Stabilization Program 3 (NSP3) Close-out
Recommended Action: This is provided for the Board's information. No action is needed at this time.
Attachments: Staff Report
Attachment 1 - NSP3 Close-out Transmittal Package - Indian River
County
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No Action Taken or Required
7.J 17-0365 Florida Public Service Commission Order No. PSC -17 -0114 -TRF -EI In re: Petition
for limited proceeding for approval to include in the base rates the revenue
requirement for the Hines Chillers Uprate project, by Duke Energy Florida, LLC, is
available for review in the Office of the Clerk to the Board.
Recommended Action: Informational Only
No Action Taken or Required
7.K 17-0366 Florida Public Service Commission Order No. PSC -17 -0115 -TRF -EI In re: Petition
for approval of a new optional pilot LED streetlight tariff, by Florida Power &
Light Company, is available for review in the Office of the Clerk to the Board.
Recommended Action: Informational Only
No Action Taken or Required
8. CONSENT AGENDA
A motion was made by Vice Chairman O'Bryan, seconded by Commissioner Zorc, to
approve the Consent Agenda, as amended. The motion carried by the following
vote:
Aye: 5- Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman O'Bryan, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner
Solari, and Commissioner Zorc
8.A 17-0308 Checks and Electronic Payments March 10, 2017 to March 16, 2017
Recommended Action: Approve the list of checks and electronic payments issued by the Comptroller's
office for the time period of March 10, 2017 to March 16, 2017
Attachments: Finance Department Staff Report
Approved the list of checks and electronic payments as supplied by the
Comptroller's office.
Approved
8. B 17-0342 Checks and Electronic Payments March 17, 2017 to March 23, 2017
Recommended Action: Approve the list of checks and electronic payments issued by the Comptroller's
office for the time period of March 17, 2017 to March 23, 2017
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Attachments: Finance Department Staff Report
Approved the list of checks and electronic payments as supplied by the
Comptroller's office.
Approved
8.0 17-0307 Lehigh Acres Lot Owners Association, Inc. a Think Simplicity, Inc. and Alexander
Perovich Class Action Lawsuit
Recommended Action: The County Attorney's Office recommends that the Board vote to stay in the
settlement class and file a claim, if eligible.
Attachments: Staff Report
Notice of Pendency of Class Action, Proposed Settlement, Hearing and
Claim Form
Approved staffs recommendation
8.D 17-0330 Neighborhood Stabilization Program Citizen Advisory Task Force
Recommended Action: The County Attorney's Office recommends that the Board vote to sunset the
Neighborhood Stabilization Program Citizen Advisory Task Force.
Attachments: Staff Report
Approved staffs recommendation
8.E 17-0364 Department of the Army Right -of -Entry for Environmental Assessment and
Recommended Action: It is recommended that the Board of County Commission grant access to properties
owned by Indian River County and Indian River County Emergency Services
District to the Department of the Army in order to complete the Remedial
Investigation/Feasibility Study, and authorize the Chairman to execute
Right -of -Entry for Environmental Assessment and Response forms as needed in
order to complete this study.
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Attachments: Staff Report
Project Information Brochure
February 27 Information Letter
March 17 Permission Letter
Right of Entry for Environmental Assessment and Response Form
Parcel Data Information on Identified Properties
Approved staffs recommendation
8.F 17-0356 Miscellaneous Budget Amendment 012
April 4, 2017
Recommended Action: Staff recommends that the Board of County Commissioners approve the budget
resolution amending the fiscal year 2016/2017 budget
Attachments: Staff Report
2016 2017 Resolution
Exhibit "A" BA 012
Approved Resolution 2017-032, amending the Fiscal Year 2016-2017 budget.
8.G 17-0341 Post Hurricane Matthew Emergency Dune Restoration Projects, County Beach
Parks. Full Release of Retainage - Guettler Brothers Construction, LLC
Recommended Action: Staff recommends that the Board approve Application for Payment No. 2, thereby
releasing the $10,407.13 in withheld retainage and completing the Post Hurricane
Matthew Emergency Dune Restoration contract between Guettler Brothers
Construction, LLC and the County.
Attachments: Staff Report
Retainage Invoice - Guettler Brothers
Approved staffs recommendation
8.H 17-0353 Award of Bid No. 2017034 CR512 Westbound Resurfacing (Roseland Road to US
1) and CR512 Eastbound Resurfacing (Easy Street to US 1)
Recommended Action: Staff recommends the Board approve award to the lowest responsive and
responsible bidder, Timothy Rose Contracting, Inc. for $3,491,545.38. Staff
further recommends the Board authorize the Chairman to execute the agreement
upon review and approval of both the agreement and required public construction
bond by the County Attorney as to form and legal sufficiency, and the receipt and
approval of required insurance by the Risk Manager.
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Attachments: Staff Report
Sample Agreement
This item was deleted from the agenda.
Deleted
8.1 17-0337 Change Order No. 1 and Release of Retainage South County Park General Use
Field IRC Project No. 1425, Bid No. 2016048
Recommended Action: Staff recommends approval of Change Order No. 1 and payment of Guettler
Brothers Construction, LLC Pay Application No. 03 FINAL for release of retainage
in the amount of $14,924.10.
Attachments: Staff Report
Guettler Brothers Construction, LLC Pay Application No. 3 FINAL
Change Order No. 1
Description of Itemized Changes
Approved staffs recommendation
8.J 17-0310 Approval of License Agreement for Beach Town Music Festival with Beachtown,
LLC.
Recommended Action: Staff respectfully recommends the Board approve the Indian River County
Fairgrounds License Agreement with Beachtown, LLC, and authorize Chairman to
sign.
Attachments: Staff Report
IRC Fairgrounds License Agmt - Beach Town Music Festival Dec 8-9
2017 w Exb B and Rule
Approved staffs recommendation
8.K 17-0350 Approval of Award for Bid 2017024 - Annual Bid for Utility Operations Warehouse
Stock
Recommended Action: Staff recommends the Board: Award to HD Waterworks and Ferguson Waterworks
as the two lowest, responsive and responsible bidders meeting the specifications as
set forth in the Invitation to Bid; Authorize the Purchasing Division to issue
blanket purchase orders for the period of April 4, 2017 through March 31, 2018
with the recommended bidders; and Authorize the Purchasing Manager to renew
this bid for two (2) additional one (1) year periods subject to satisfactory
performance, vendor acceptance, and the determination that renewal of this annual
bid is in the best interest of Indian River County.
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Attachments: Staff Report
Approved staffs recommendation
8.L 17-0346 Waiver of Requirement for Bids to Procure Material for Fellsmere Roads Project
Recommended Action: Staff recommends the Board of County Commissioners waive the requirement for
bids and authorize the Purchasing Division to increase purchase order 77457 to
Bernard Egan & Company up to $210,925.00 for the purchase of stabilizer and any
associated delivery charges to complete the Fellsmere road improvement project.
Attachments: Staff Report
Approved staffs recommendation
8.M 17-0351 National Library Week Amnesty Program
Recommended Action: Staff respectfully recommends approval of the National Library Week Amnesty
Program. During the week of April 9-15, 2017, library patrons of all four branches
of the Indian River County Library System will be permitted to return any overdue
items with the applicable fees waived.
Attachments: Staff Report
Approved staffs recommendation
9. CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS and GOVERNMENTAL AGENCIES
9.A 17-0347 Indian River County Sheriff Deryl Loar: Application for a 2017/2018 Victims of
Crime Act (VOCA) Grant
Recommended Action: It is recommended that the Board of County Commission approve the application
for a 2017/2018 Victims of Crime Act Grant with the 25% match using allowable
In -Kind Services from a currently funded position.
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Attachments: IRC Sheriff Request Letter
Grant Application Form
EEOP Certification Form
LOS 3 17-18 VOCA
BCC Grant Form
Indian River County Sheriff Deryl Loar addressed the Board requesting approval
for the 2017/2018 Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) Grant application.
A motion was made by Vice Chairman O'Bryan, seconded by Commissioner Solari, to
approve the Application for a 2017-2018 Victims of Crime Act Grant with the 25%
match using allowable In -Kind Services from a currently funded position. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5- Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman O'Bryan, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner
Solari, and Commissioner Zorc
10. PUBLIC ITEMS
A. PUBLIC HEARINGS
B. PUBLIC DISCUSSION ITEMS
10.6.1 17-0358 Request to Speak from Miles Conway, Ph.D., President, South Beach Property
Owners Association, Inc. Regarding Impact on IRC of Florida SB 188 and
HB425 currently in committees
Attachments: Request to Speak Form
South Beach Property Owners Association President Miles Conway spoke
regarding his many concerns for two proposed Bills, Florida Senate Bill 188
(SB 188) and Florida House Bill 425 (HB 425), and the impact these Bills
would have on Indian River County should they pass. These Bills are
currently in Committees, and are in reference to vacation rentals.
Vice Chairman O'Bryan and Chairman Flescher provided assurance that the
Board was well aware of the implications of SB 188 and HB 425, and that the
Board has a team lobbying against these Bills in Tallahassee.
County Attorney Dylan Reingold clarified that the County is working in
coordination with the Florida League of Cities and the Florida Association of
Counties, and concluded that he would let the Board know immediately, if there
was movement on either of these two Bills, along with House Bill 17 (HB 17),
which states that a local government may not adopt or impose a new regulation
on
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a business, profession, and occupation unless the regulation is expressly
authorized by general law.
Commissioner Zorc shared details from an interesting audience he had with
Senator Greg Steube, and thanked Mr. Conway for his efforts.
No Action Taken or Required
C. PUBLIC NOTICE ITEMS
10.C.1 17-0311 Notice of Public Hearing for April 11, 2017: Prima Vista Corporation's Request
for Abandonment of a Portion of 129th Avenue (now being 93rd Avenue) and a
Portion of 130th Avenue (now being 93rd Court) within the Paradise Park Unit
No. 3 Subdivision [ROWA-17-02-01 / 2002010153-781601 (Legislative)
Recommended Action: This notice of public hearing is provided for the Board's information. No action
is needed at this time.
County Attorney Dylan Reingold read the Notice of Public Hearing into the
record.
No Action Taken or Required
11. COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR MATTERS
11.A 17-0372 Public Beach Access from the 5.38 Acre Parcel owned by the Town of Indian River
Shores
Recommended Action: Staff recommends that the Board of County Commissioners approve the following
regarding public access from the Town property through the Tracking Station
Oceanfront Park: 1.) Provide permission for the future owner(s) to construct only
one (1) dune crossover, to serve all parcels, as permitted by the County and any
other appropriate permitting agencies including, but not limited to, county dune
permit, jurisdictional building permit, and Florida Department of Environmental
Protection approval. The property owner(s) will need to enter into a license
agreement with the County for the dune cross-over structure. This must be a
non-exclusive access agreement addressing public access rights, liability, penalties
for non-compliance, maintenance, replacement, and insurance. 2.) Item 1 is
contingent upon the Town providing a 7' non-exclusive public access easement
from AIA to the Tracking Station Oceanfront Park along the south side of the
property. This public access easement must contain a deed restriction that would
require approval of the County as well as the Town for any future changes or
abandonment. The existing fence is to be moved to edge of this easement. 3.)
Item 1 requires future owner(s) to provide nonexclusive public access from the
existing north gate to the dune crossover.
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Attachments: Staff Report
Original Request from the Town of Indian River Shores
March 15, 2017 Correspondence
Conceptual Plan showing one (1) dune crossover
Conceptual Plan showing three (3) dune crossovers
Map of Tracking Station showing existing north pate
(Clerk's Note: This item was heard after the break, beginning at 10:49 a.m., and
was placed here for continuity.)
County Administrator Jason Brown read into the record details concerning the
public beach access of the 5.38 acre parcel owned by the Town of Indian River
Shores. The terms addressed included: 1) Permission for the future owner(s) to
construct one (1) dune crossover with proper licensing, regardless of the structure
of the sale, and for future property owner(s) to enter into a license agreement with
the County for the dune crossover structure; 2) Staffs recommendation regarding
the seven (7') foot width of the public access easement leading from Al to the
Tracking Station Oceanfront Park, and the existing fence that would need to be
moved to the edge of this easement; 3) Future owner(s) to provide nonexclusive
public access from the existing north gate, along County property, to the dune
crossover; and 4) Trimming of vegetation and Seagrape trees on County property;
however, the Town of Indian River Shores withdrew the previous request.
Mayor of Indian River Shores Brian Barefoot asked the Board to modify the
wording, changing the term from "easement" to "right-of-way", when referring to
the public access path. He questioned the County Administrator regarding the
width of the public access path, as well as the recommended license agreement
pertaining to liability. Additionally, Mayor Barefoot requested a special meeting
be held in order to make a decision on the trimming of Seagrape trees due to the
fact that they are very tall and would obstruct a future owner's ocean view.
Chairman Flescher inquired as to who would maintain the public access path, and
advised that the Board would address the Seagrape trimming issue so that an
immediate decision could be made.
Discussion ensued relative to the width of the public access path and the trimming
of Seagrapes. Assistant County Administrator Michael Zito confirmed that the
County does not trim Seagrapes along the coastal line.
Patricia Gundy, 4571 Pebble Bay South, sought and received information on the
possibility that future land owner(s) would not want the public beach access
crossover.
Leslie Abbott, 4556 Pebble Bay South, commented in support of not trimming the
Seagrape trees for erosion purposes.
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Debbie Mackay, 4705 Pebble Bay Circle, spoke in support of not trimming the
Seagrape trees, and thanked the Board for their knowledge and concern for the
environment.
Robert Abbott, 4556 Pebble Bay South, made observations regarding the
importance of the five (5') foot path being ADA accessible.
A motion was made by Vice Chairman O'Bryan, seconded by Chairman Flescher, to
approve staff's recommendation with the following amendments: Under Item 2)
change from a seven (7') foot non-exclusive public access easement to a five (5) foot
clear public access right-of-way. Add Item 4) The County does not support any
trimming of Seagrape trees on the County triangular parcel, other than that which
may be necessary to protect the paths that are built to get to the crossover. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5- Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman O'Bryan, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner
Solari, and Commissioner Zorc
The Chairman called for a break at 12:01 p.m., and reconvened the meeting at
12:13 p.m., with all members present.
Immediately following the break, discussion began on Item 12.A.2.
12. DEPARTMENTAL MATTERS
A. Community Development
12.A.1 17-0327 Consideration of Continuing Participation with St. Lucie County and Martin
County in the Treasure Coast Home Program Consortium
Recommended Action: Based on the analysis performed, staff recommends that the Board of County
Commissioners determine whether or not to continue with the Treasure Coast
HOME Consortium after the current consortium contract ends in 2018.
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Attachments: Staff Report
Attachment 1- Original HOME Consortium Agreement and Resolution
Attachment 2- HUD Handout on AFFH
Attachment 3- Florida Housing Coalition Report on AFFH and Local
Land Use Authority
Attachment 4- SHIP Program Loans Summary
Attachment -5 Excerpt from St. Lucie County Home Consortium
Consolidated Plan
(Clerk's Note: Item 14.D.1. was heard in conjunction with this item.)
Community Development Director Stan Boling gave a brief explanation in
support of the Treasure Coast Home Program Consortium (HOME). He stated
that this program is funded by the United States Department of Housing and
Urban Development (HUD), that it is renewable and ongoing, and that it is
managed by St. Lucie County.
Commissioner Solari supported the HOME program continuing with the same
structure after the expiration of the 2018 contract. He suggested having the
County Attorney monitor the program going forward in an effort to ensure that
the County does not have to rewrite zoning codes due to changes in HUD
administration. He also suggested a Resolution be drafted by the County
Attorney in support of H.R. 482, Local Zoning Decisions Protection Act of
2017; and S.103, which is the Senate version of the Local Zoning Decisions
Protection Act of 2017. These Bills would nullify the Affirmatively
Furthering Fair Housing Rule (AFFHR). Commissioner Solari asked the
County Attorney to monitor the AFFHR legislation, as well.
St. Lucie County Community Services Director Beth Ryder, 1145 Amethyst Dr.
SW, expressed pride when speaking of the HOME program due to the fact that
many homeowners have benefited, and commended both Indian River and
Martin Counties for their efforts in working together with St. Lucie County.
Indian River Habitat for Humanity President/CEO Andy Bowler, 4580 US
Highway 1, expressed support for the HOME program, as homeowners greatly
benefit from these funds.
Martin County Health and Human Services Manager Dr. Anita Cocoves, 435
SE Flagler Ave., Stuart, echoed Beth Ryder in supporting the HOME program
as a consortium.
A motion was made by Commissioner Solari, seconded by Chairman Flescher, to
continue with the Treasure Coast HOME Consortium after the 2018 contract
expiration, and for the County Attorney to monitor. The motion carried by the
following vote:
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Aye: 5- Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman O'Bryan, Commissioner Adams,
Commissioner Solari, and Commissioner Zorc
The Board also took the following action regarding Item 14.D.1.
A motion was made by Commissioner Solari, seconded by Chairman Flescher, to
request the County Attorney to draft a Resolution in support of H.R. 482, Local
Zoning Decisions Protection Act of 2017; and S.103, the Senate version of the Local
Zoning Decisions Protection Act of 2017. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5- Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman O'Bryan, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner
Solari, and Commissioner Zorc
The Chairman called for a break at 10:35 a.m., and reconvened the meeting at
10:50 a.m., with all members present.
Immediately following the break, discussion began on Item 11.A.
12.A.2 17-0336 Consideration of Approval of the Wabasso Corridor Plan 2017
Recommended action: Staff recommends that the Board of County Commissioners approve the Wabasso
Corridor Plan 2017.
Attachments: Staff Report
Attachment 1- 2017 Corridor Plan Final
Attachment 2- List of Plan Actions
Attachment 3- Action Plan Implementation Matrix
Community Development Director Stan Boling used a PowerPoint Presentation to
review the Wabasso Corridor Plan 2017 and explained the actions, along with the
estimated costs involved that came from conducting community meetings with the
residents of Wabasso. He informed the Board that the updated plan could be found
at the County Website: http://www.irccdd.com/wabasso.
West Wabasso Progressive President Ardra Rigby expressed his appreciation for the
work done on this update, and spoke on items that he felt were missed, along with
his hopes to add an additional one (1) cent sales tax within the County in an effort
to fund a community center and clinic for the Wabasso community. Discussion
ensued amongst the Board and Mr. Rigby, with the Board explaining the reasoning
behind their decisions. County Administrator Jason Brown made it clear that the
County does not have the authority to add another one (1) cent sales tax.
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Erwin Cartwright, property owner in the Wabasso area, discussed several topics
which he felt would help the Wabasso community, one involving a cell phone tower
for which someone is receiving revenue without participating in improving the
Wabasso community. He also advocated for grants, which could help rebuild the
buildings in the Wabasso community; and education on income -based programs
such as the State Housing Initiative Partnership (SHIP) Program and the Habitat for
Humanity Home Ownership Program. He commented that although these
programs are available, many people fear them because they don't understand the
details.
Commissioner Solari and Chairman Flescher explained that the Board had always
been advocates of education, rather than regulation. It was noted that the
economic downturn was what shelved the project that had been in place and was
now being revitalized, and like with other communities, it was a work in motion.
Chief of Long -Range Planning Sasan Rohani explained the repayment details of the
SHIP Program, as well as answering questions regarding the Habitat for Humanity
Home Ownership Program.
West Wabasso Civic League Community Liaison Alma Miller, 1758 Laconia Street,
praised staff for the update and was very appreciative of how well the Plan was put
together. She questioned the Board about the status of the Liberty Park
development, and requested to be notified regarding changes in not only
neighboring Sebastian, but also in Vero Beach. Director Boling addressed some
concerns, and confirmed that although the proposed Liberty Park land remained
under the same ownership, no applications had been filed.
Yula Helping, U.S. Highway 1; Graham Cox, 1213 George Street; and Leonard
Kachinski, Lakes at Sandridge, applauded staff for the hard work that went in to the
details of the Plan. Each addressed additional items they would like to see in the
future.
A motion was made by Commissioner Solari, seconded by Chairman Flescher, to
approve staffs recommendation. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5- Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman O'Bryan, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner
Solari, and Commissioner Zorc
B. Ernmencv Services
C. General Services
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1. Human Services
2. Sandridge Golf Club
3. Recreation
D. Human Resources
E. Office of Management and Budget
F. Public Works
G Utilities Services
12.6.1 17-0367 Change Order No. 1 to All Webbs Enterprises, Inc. for the Construction of Well
S -4R at South County RO Plant (SCRO)
Recommended Action: Staff recommends approval of Change Order No. 1 authorizing the construction
of Well S -4R and requests the BCC to authorize the Chairman to execute
Change Order No. 1 on their behalf for a sum amount of $1,051,783.57 to All
Webbs Enterprises, Inc.
Attachments: Staff Report
Change Order No. 1 and supporting documents
Letter from Engineer of Record (Kimley-Horn & Associates)
A motion was made by Commissioner Solari, seconded by Vice Chairman
O'Bryan to approve staffs recommendation. The motion carried by the
following vote:
Aye: 5- Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman O'Bryan, Commissioner Adams,
Commissioner Solari, and Commissioner Zorc
13. COUNTY ATTORNEY MATTERS
13.A 17-0377 Indian River County - Indian River Land Trust Oyster Bar Marsh Trail
Comprehensive Agreement
Recommended Action: The County Attorney's Office recommends that the Board vote to approve the
Comprehensive Agreement between Indian River County and Indian River Land
Trust, Inc.
Attachments: Staff Report
IRC -IR Land Trust Comprehensive Agreement - OBM Plan
PPP Spreadsheet - OBM
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County Attorney Dylan Reingold read into record background and updates on the
proposed Indian River County -Indian River Land Trust Oyster Bar Marsh Trail
Comprehensive Agreement.
Indian River Mosquito Control District Director Doug Carlson commented that he
is looking forward to working with Indian River County and the Indian River Land
Trust as this project moves forward.
Indian River Land Trust Executive Director Ken Grudens expressed appreciation
for the County Attorney, the Staff and the Board, and displayed excitement in
implementing the project.
Commissioner Solari recommended a $3800 increase to the estimated annual
maintenance costs, in an effort to reduce the probability of staff coming back to the
Board for minor unexpected expenses.
A motion was made by Vice Chairman O'Bryan, seconded by Commissioner Adams,
to approve staffs recommendation and to change the estimated maintenance cost to
$25,000 annually. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5- Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman O'Bryan, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner
Solari, and Commissioner Zorc
14. COMMISSIONERS MATTERS
A. Commissioner Joseph E. Flescher, Chairman
B. Commissioner Peter D. O'Bryan, Vice Chairman
142.1 17-0373 Moment of Prayer for First Responders
Recommended Action: Request approval
Attachments: Commissioner Memorandum
Vice Chairman O'Bryan requested approval to amend the Board of County
Commissioner's Agenda, inserting a Moment of Silent Reflection for First
Responders, immediately following the Call to Order at each regularly
scheduled meeting.
A motion was made by Vice Chairman O'Bryan, seconded by Commissioner Zorc,
to insert, following the Call to Order at each Board of County Commissioner's
Meeting, a Moment of Silent Reflection for First Responders. The motion carried
by the following vote:
Aye: 5- Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman O'Bryan, Commissioner Adams,
Commissioner Solari, and Commissioner Zorc
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14.6.2 17-0374 Request for Review of Temporary Suspension for Certificate of Completion
Ordinance
Recommended Action: Direct Staff to review and prepare a report for the BCC on the Temporary
Suspension for Certificate of Completion Ordinance
Attachments: Commissioner Memorandum
Vice Chairman O'Bryan requested staff to review the Temporary Suspension for
Certificate of Completion Ordinance, and come back to the Board with a report
and recommendations.
A motion was made by Vice Chairman O'Bryan, seconded by Commissioner
Solari, to approve the recommended action. The motion carried by the following
vote:
Aye: 5- Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman O'Bryan, Commissioner Adams,
Commissioner Solari, and Commissioner Zorc
Commissioner Zorc suggested adding discussion regarding the Temporary
Suspension for Certificate of Completion Ordinance to his upcoming agenda at the
Development Review and Permitting Process Workshop (DRAPPW) on April 12th,
2017.
Motion Was Amended by Vice Chairman O'Bryan, seconded by Commissioner Solari,
to place this item on the Agenda of the Development Review and Permitting Process
Workshop (DRAPPW) for discussion. The amended motion carried by the following
vote:
Aye: 5- Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman O'Bryan, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner
Solari, and Commissioner Zorc
14.6.3 17-0375 Request Board to Direct Staff to Review and Update the Master Plan for the
Fairgrounds
Recommended Action: Request Board to Direct Staff to Review and Update the Master Plan for the
Fairgrounds
Attachments: Commissioner Memorandum
Vice Chairman O'Bryan requested staff to review and update the Master Plan for
the Fairgrounds due to the fact that use of the Fairgrounds has become very popular.
Assistant County Administrator Michael Zito suggested holding two to three
meetings, possibly at the Fairgrounds, to help with the input.
A motion was made by Vice Chairman O'Bryan, seconded by Commissioner Solari, to
direct staff to host two to three informational meetings as part of staffs
recommendation to Review and Update the Master Plan for the Fairgrounds. The
motion carried by the following vote:
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Aye: 5- Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman O'Bryan, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner
Solari, and Commissioner Zorc
C. Commissioner Susan Adams
D. Commissioner Bob Solari
14.D.1 17-0368 Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing Rule (AFFHR)
Recommended Action: Discuss
Attachments: Commissioners Memorandum
(Clerk's Note: This item was heard in conjunction with Item 12.A.1. Please
see Board action under that item.)
Approved
14.D.2 17-0371 Lagoon Legacy Project
Recommended Action: Discussion
Attachments: Commissioner Memorandum
Commissioner Solari used a PowerPoint Presentation, provided by the City of
Vero Beach (COVB) Councilmember Lange Sykes, to explain several proposed
Lagoon Legacy Projects, and requested the County and the COVB work
together on these projects. He asked the Board to approve future discussions
with County staff, COVB staff and Councilmembers.
Indian River Mosquito Control District Director Doug Carlson offered his
staffs input for future discussions, providing the project moves forward.
Richard Baker, Sebastian, spoke in support of the project.
A motion was made by Commissioner Solari, seconded by Vice Chairman
O'Bryan, to authorize staff to have future discussions with the City of Vero Beach
regarding the Lagoon Legacy Projects. The motion carried by the following
vote:
Aye: 5- Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman O'Bryan, Commissioner Adams,
Commissioner Solari, and Commissioner Zorc
E. Commissioner Tim Zorc
14.E.1 17-0380 Request to Discuss Policies and Procedures for Public Records Request
Recommended Action: Discussion
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Attachments: Commissioner Memorandum
Article on Martin County Commission Public Information Violation
03282017
Commissioner Zorc requested discussion regarding Policies and Procedures for
Public Records Requests and Public Records Lawsuits.
County Attorney Dylan Reingold explained the Policies and Procedures
regarding Public Records Requests; and informed the Board that there are no
pending Public Records Lawsuits at this time.
No Action Taken or Required
14.E.2 17-0378 Request to Discuss Invitation to St. Lucie County Airport Representatives
Recommended Action: Discussion
Attachments: Commissioner Memorandum
Commissioner Zorc requested an invitation be extended to St. Lucie County
Airport Representatives authorizing a future presentation sharing their
long-range airport development plan.
The Board was in agreement that good information could be obtained.
No Action Taken or Required
15. SPECIAL DISTRICTS AND BOARDS
A. Emergency Services District
The Board reconvened as the Board of Commissioners of the Emergency
Services District. The minutes will be approved at an upcoming Emergency
Services District Meeting.
15.A.1 17-0290 Letter of Agreement for Critical Incident -Stress Management Consultation
(CISM) Services
Recommended Action: Staff recommends the Board approve the CISM Consultation Services
Agreement and authorize the Chairman to sign the document.
Attachments: Staff Report
Letter of Agreement CISM
Vice Chairman O'Bryan thanked Assistant Fire Chief Brian Burkeen for his
hard work in implementing the Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM)
Program, and noted that over 30 Firefighters have volunteered to undergo the
peer training.
Chief Burkeen accepted the Board's appreciation, and expressed pride towards
his Department.
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A motion was made by Vice Chairman O'Bryan, seconded by Chairman Flescher,
to approve staffs recommendation. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5- Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman O'Bryan, Commissioner Adams,
Commissioner Solari, and Commissioner Zorc
B. Solid Waste Disposal District
C. Environmental Control Board
16. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, the Chairman declared the meeting adjourned at
2:27 p.m.
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Jeffrey R. Smith, CPA, CGFO, CGMA
Clerk of Circuit Court and Comptro ler
By:
Deputy Cl ik'
BCC/RDZ/2017 Minutes
Approved: MAY 16 2817
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