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Meeting Minutes - Final
Tuesday, May 16, 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
Maureen Gelfo, Deputy Clerk
Board of County Commissioners Meeting Minutes - Final May 16, 2017
1. CALL TO ORDER
Present: 5- Chairman Joseph Flescher
Vice Chairman Peter O'Bryan
Commissioner Susan Adams
Commissioner Bob Solari
Commissioner Tim Zorc
ROLL CALL
2.A. A MOMENT OF SILENT REFLECTION FOR FIRST RESPONDERS
2.B. INVOCATION
Reverend Steve Jones, Vero Christian Church
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Commissioner Joseph E. Flescher, Chairman
4. ADDITIONS/DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA / EMERGENCY ITEMS
Move Item 13.D. Resolution of Support for the Sale of the City of Vero Beach
Electric Utility by the City of Vero Beach to Florida Power & Light to follow Item
5.A.
Delete Item 9.A. Indian River County Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller,
Jeffrey R. Smith: Continuation of the Consolidation of Deferred Compensation
Plans, with the intention to defer this item to the June 6, 2017 County Commission
meeting.
A motion was made by Commissioner Solari, seconded by Commissioner Adams, 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. 17-0487 Presentation by Bart Gaetjens, Florida Power and Light External Affairs
Manager, Regarding Florida Power and Light Offer for City of Vero Beach
Electric
Recommended Action: No Action Required
Florida Power & Light's External Affairs Manager Bart Gaetjens, 9001 Ellis Road,
Melbourne, used a PowerPoint Presentation to outline Florida Power & Light's
(FPL) updated offer to purchase the City of Vero Beach (the City) Electric System.
He reviewed the timeline and financial aspects for each step of the acquisition
process, and disclosed that the projected closing date would be October 2018, if all
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necessary approvals are secured. Mr. Gaetjens also discussed the benefits of
having FPL as the City's electric provider and conveyed that FPL plans to locate
two solar energy centers in the County between 2017 and 2023.
A brief discussion ensued about the tax benefits of the sale to the City and the
County.
Please refer to Item 13.1). for Board discussion and action regarding this item. To
allow for execution of the Resolution, the Chairman called a recess at 9:14 a.m.,
and reconvened the meeting at 9:20 a.m., with all members present.
Read and Presented
5.B. 17-0279 Presentation of Proclamation Recognizing May 14 through 20, 2017 as
National Police Week
Recommended Action: Read and Presented.
Attachments: Proclamation
(Clerk's Note: This item was heard following Item 13. D. and is placed here for
continuity).
Chairman Flescher read and presented the Proclamation to Indian River County
Sheriff Deryl Loar, who accepted on behalf of the law enforcement officers of the
Indian River County Sheriffs Office. Also in attendance was Undersheriff James
Harpring.
Read and Presented
5.C. 17-0472 Presentation of Proclamation Designating the Week of May 20 through May
26, 2017, as National Safe Boating Week
Recommended Action: Read and Presented.
Attachments: Proclamation
Before reading the Proclamation, Vice Chairman O'Bryan spoke to the advisability
of using luminiscent or fluorescent colors for clothing and boating equipment to
enhance visibility, should an ocean rescue become necessary.
Vice Chairman O'Bryan read and presented the Proclamation to United States
Coast Guard Commander Mark Cannon, and Vice Commander Paul Harmon,
Flotilla 56.
Read and Presented
5.D. 17-0416 Presentation of Proclamation Designating May 29, 2017 as Memorial Day
Recommended Action: Read and Presented.
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Attachments: Proclamation
Commissioner Susan Adams read and presented the Proclamation to Veterans
Council Secretary Major Kim Pilger; Program Manager Captain Doy Demsick; and
Veterans Council Board Members.
Major Pilger discussed the upcoming Memorial Day Observance that will be held
on Monday, May 29, 2017 at Veteran's Memorial Island. She conveyed that there
will be a new display entitled "Boots on the Ground" honoring veterans who have
been killed in combat since the events of September 11, 2001 (9/11).
Read and Presented
5.E. 17-0524 Presentation by Curtis Paulisin and Colonel Marty Zickert, Veterans Council
of Indian River County, on 3rd Annual Veterans Outreach Golf Tournament,
Saturday, June 17th, 2017
Recommended Action:
Attachments: Golf Tournament Flyer
Invitation to Participate
Sponsorship and Entry Form
Colonel Marty Zickert, Retired United States Air Force, provided details on the
Veterans Council of Indian River County's Outreach Golf Tournament scheduled
for June 17, 2017 at the Sandridge Golf Club.
Sergeant James added that the tournament would commence at 5:00 a.m., and
requested that the Board allow event flyers to be posted at the County pools and
Fairgrounds.
Veteran's Council Vice President Curtis Paulisin relayed that several veteran's
homes have been rehabilitated with grant money donated by Grand Harbor, and that
the work was done by other veterans.
No Action Taken or Required
6. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
6.A. 17-0513 Regular Meeting of April 4, 2017
Recommended Action: Approve
Attachments: 04042 017 B C C
Approved
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6.B. 17-0505 Regular Meeting of April 11, 2017
Recommended Action: Approve
Attachments: 04112017 BCC
Approved
6.C. 17-0508 Regular Meeting of April 18, 2017
Recommended Action: Approve
Attachments: 04182017 B C C
A motion was made by Commissioner Adams, seconded by Vice Chairman O'Bryan,
to approve the Regular Meeting Minutes of April 4, 2017; April 11, 2017; and April 18,
2017, as written. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5- Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman O'Bryan, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner
Solari, and Commissioner Zorc
7. INFORMATION ITEMS FROM STAFF OR COMMISSIONERS NOT REQUIRING BOARD
ACTION
7.A. 17-0525 Appointment of Member and Alternate to the Indian River Lagoon National
Estuary Program Board of Directors
Recommended Action: Informational Item
Attachments: Commissioners Memorandum
Noted for the record was the appointment of Commissioner Susan Adams as the
County's representative on the Indian River Lagoon Council (IRLC) Board of
Directors for the Indian River Lagoon National Estuary Program (IRLNEP), and
the appointment of Chairman Joseph E. Flescher as the alternate member.
A brief discussion ensued regarding the alternate appointee, after which County
Attorney Dylan Reingold outlined the steps that will need to be taken to secure the
County's membership on the IRLNEP.
No Action Taken or Required
8. CONSENT AGENDA
A motion was made by Vice Chairman O'Bryan, seconded by Commissioner Adams,
to approve the Consent Agenda as amended, pulling Item 8.G. for discussion. 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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8.A. 17-0515 Checks and Electronic Payments April 28, 2017 to May 4, 2017
May 16, 2017
Recommended Action: Approve the list of checks and electronic payments issued by the Comptroller's
office for the time period of April 28, 2017 to May 4, 2017
Attachments: Finance Department Staff Report
Approved
8.B. 17-0449 Approval of Work Authorization No. 2017-003 to Replace Water Services in
Park Place Mobile Home Park - Phase I, UCP #4133
Recommended Action: Staff recommends that the Board of County Commissioners approve replacement of
the service lines identified in Park Place Mobile Home Park - Phase I totaling
$116,641.42 by approving Work Authorization No. 2017-003 with Blue Goose
Construction for $76,234.54 and by authorizing staff to directly purchase materials
totaling $40,406.88.
Attachments: Staff Report
Work Authorization No. 2017-003
Cost Estimate - Labor and Material
Blue Goose Quotation
Park Place Map
Approved
8.C. 17-0501 Moorings Landscape Maintenance Commitment
Recommended Action: Staff recommends approval of the Amended Commitment of Landscape
Maintenance Agreement and Authorize the Chairman to execute the Agreement.
Attachments: Staff Report
Moorings Revised Landscape Agreement
Moorings Proposed landscape plan
Approved
8.D. 17-0516 Work Order No. 6, MBV Engineering, Inc., Atlantic Boulevard Parking Area
Project (SR 60 & 43rd Ave.)
Recommended Action: Staff recommends approval of Work Order No. 6 to MBV Engineering, Inc.
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authorizing the - professional services as outlined in the Scope of Services and
requests the Board to authorize the Chairman to execute the Work Order No. 6 on
their behalf for a total lump sum amount of $78,000.00.
Attachments: Staff Report
MBV Work Order No. 6
Approved
8.E. 17-0517 Board Approval of Resolution Authorizing Grant Application to the Florida
Inland Navigation District for Public Access Improvements at the Oyster Bar
Marsh Conservation Area
Recommended Action: Staff recommends that the Board of County Commissioners approve the proposed
resolution (FIND grant application "Attachment E -T') for the Oyster Bar Marsh
Trail Improvements and authorize the Board Chairman to sign the resolution on
behalf of the County.
Attachments: Staff report
Attachment 1: maps
Attachment 2: project cost estimate
Attachment 3: proposed resolution
Attachment 4: County grant form
Approved Resolution 2017-047 , Attachment E-7, Resolution for Assistance
2017 Under the Florida Inland Navigation District Waterways Assistance
Program, and authorized the Chairman to execute the resolution on behalf of
the County.
Approved
8.F. 17-0519 Rejection of Bids for Annual Telecommunication Systems Equipment,
Material, Supplies, Maintenance, and Installation (Bid 2017025)
Recommended Action:
Staff recommends the Board reject the responses received for Bid 2017025 and
authorize the Public Works Department to revise the specifications and the
Purchasing Division to release a new invitation to bid for the subject work.
Attachments: Staff Report
Approved
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8.G. 17-0523 West Regional Wastewater Treatment Facility Filter Replacement
Recommended Action: The staff of IRCDUS recommends that the Board of County Commissioners waive
the requirement for bids and authorize the Purchasing Division to issue a purchase
order to Aqua -Aerobic Systems Inc. for $132,185.00.
Attachments: Staff Report
Aqua -Aerobics System Proposal Number 140380
Sole Source Letter, Aqua -Aerobics System Inc. OEM
Vice Chairman O'Bryan explained that staff was requesting to waive the
requirement for bids for the filter, because the equipment is manufactured
excusively by Aqua -Aerobic Systems, Inc.
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
8.H. 17-0531 Approval of Smoke Free Workplace Policy
Recommended Action: Staff recommends the Board approve the Smoke Free Workplace Policy.
Attachments: Staff Report
Smoke Free Workplace Policy
Approved
9. CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS and GOVERNMENTAL AGENCIES
9.A.1. 17-0536 Indian River County Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller, Jeffrey R.
Smith: Continuation of the Consolidation of Deferred Compensation Plans
Recommended Action: Award the deferred compensation contract to Nationwide with a term of five years
with two optional two-year extensions and approve to revise Section 104.5
Deferred Compensation of the Indian River County Code of Ordinances
Attachments: Finance Department Staff Report
This item was deferred to the June 6, 2017 Board of County Commission meeting.
No Action Taken or Required
10. PUBLIC ITEMS
A. PUBLIC HEARINGS
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10.A.1. 17-0512 Request for Authorization to Submit an FY 2017 Grant Application for 49
USC Ch. 53, Section 5307 Mass Transit Capital and Operating
Assistance (Administrative)
Recommended Action: Staff recommends that the Board of County Commissioners adopt the
resolution authorizing the filing of the FY 2017 Section 5307 grant application.
Attachments: Staff Report
Attachment 1: Grant Application
Attachment 2: Resolution
Attachment 3: Budget Form
PROOF OF PUBLICATION FOR HEARING IS ON FILE IN THE OFFICE
OF THE CLERK TO THE BOARD
Metropolitan Planning Director Phil Matson provided background on the
United States Department of Transportation's Federal Transit Administration
Grant, which is used to support the GoLine and Community Coach transit
systems. He also provided an update on the new bus hub on 17th Street, and
noted that there will be a route servicing the Vero Beach Regional Airport once
the road in that area re -opens.
The Chairman opened the public hearing; there were no speakers, and the
public hearing was closed.
A motion was made by Commissioner Solari, seconded by Commissioner Zorc,
to approve Resolution 2017-048, authorizing the filing of the Fiscal Year 2017
Grant Application for 49 USC Ch. 53, Section 5307 Mass Transit Capital and
Operating Assistance. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman O'Bryan, Commissioner Adams,
Commissioner Solari, and Commissioner Zorc
B. PUBLIC DISCUSSION ITEMS
C. PUBLIC NOTICE ITEMS
Read and Presented
10.C.1. 17-0518 Notice of Public Hearing for May 23, 2017: Robert Pritchett's Request
for Abandonment of a Right -of -Way for a 16 Foot Wide Alley Running
from 129th Court to 129th Street and Lying Immediately Adjacent and
Contiguous to Lots 1-10, Block 18 of the Townsite Plat of Roseland
Subdivision [ROWA-17-06-03 / 2017030030-78850] (Legislative)
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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 into the record.
No Action Taken or Required
11. COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR MATTERS
11.A. 17-0520 Indian River Shores Property Right of First Refusal
Recommended Action: Staff recommends the Board of County Commission waive the right -of -first refusal
for this transaction, and allow the Town Council to complete the sale to Lutgent
Companies as specified in the attached Real Estate Purchase and Sale Contract.
Attachments: Staff Report
Indian River Shores Letter Dated May 8, 2017
Real Estate Purchase and Sale Contract
County Deed Dated March 16th, 1991
County Administrator Jason Brown gave background on the 5.38 acre vacant parcel
of land at 5110 State Road Al A, adjacent to the County's Tracking Station
Oceanfront Park, which was offered for sale at an auction held by the Town of
Indian River Shores (the Town) on May 6, 2017. He explained that the deed to that
property grants the County the right -of -first refusal, and that staff is recommending
that the Board NOT exercise the County's right to purchase the property.
Commissioner Zorc sought and received information about the reserve amounts in
the County's General Fund. He also expressed concerns about proposed legislation
(Senate Bill 1774/House Bill 7105), which would increase homestead exemptions
for certain homeowners.
Administrator Brown acknowledged that the County's revenues would decrease
annually by approximately $3 million if the legislation passes. He also conveyed
that there was not an extra $4 million in the reserve funds to purchase the subject
property. Administrator Brown thereafter addressed the Board's questions and
observations on the County's funding priorities and commitments.
Joseph Paladin, President of Black Swan Consulting and Atlantic Coast Building,
stated that he supported the sale of the Town's property to the winning bidder,
Lutgent Companies, which he affirmed is a very reputable firm.
Bob Soos, 905 Surf Lane, spoke in support of land conservation, and requested that
the Board delay its decision for 90 days to see if there are other funding sources to
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purchase the subject property. He also advised that the neighbors had discussed
purchasing the parcel as a group; however, this did not transpire.
Chairman Flescher acknowledged points made by Mr. Soos about leaving the land
untouched, but stressed that funding avenues were not available. He also recalled
the Board's commitment to let Town Manager Robert Stabe know, in a timely
manner, whether or not the County would want to purchase the parcel.
Further discussion ensued about the County's funding priorities and obligations.
A motion was made by Commission Solari, seconded by Vice Chairman O'Bryan, to
waive the right -of -first refusal for purchase of the 5.38 acre vacant parcel of land
located at 5110 State Road A1A, adjacent to the County's Tracking Station Oceanfront
Park, and allow the Town of Indian River Shores to complete the sale to Lutgent
Companies, as specified in the Real Estate Purchase and Sale Contract between the
Town of Indian River Shores and Lutgent Companies. The motion carried by the
following vote:
Aye: 5- Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman O'Bryan, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner
Solari, and Commissioner Zorc
11.B. 17-0532 Collective Bargaining Agreement Between Indian River County and the
International Association of Firefighter's, Local 2201
Recommended Action: Staff respectfully recommends approval of the collective bargaining agreement
between Indian River County and the International Association of Firefighter's,
Local 2201 and requests the Board authorize its Chairman to sign.
Attachments: Staff Report
Proposed Amendments to Agreement IAFF
IAFF Local 2201 Letter of Ratification
County Administrator Jason Brown reported that the proposed Collective
Bargaining Agreement with the International Association of Firefighters, Local
2201, was ratified by the Union membership on May 10, 2017. He presented a
summary of the amendments to the Agreement, which included a change to the
Solo Paramedic incentive program, which is being replaced with an Advanced Life
Support (ALS) Lead incentive. Administrator Brown advised that the Agreement
will be effective retroactively from October 1, 2016 through September 30, 2019.
Discussion followed as Administrator Brown responded to the Board's questions
and comments.
Vice Chairman O'Bryan explained why the Agreement was structured to be
retroactive from October 1, 2016. He also commended the Union leadership,
Union members, and the County's management team for their work on the contract.
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John O'Connor, President, International Association of Firefighters, Local 2201,
thanked the Board and the County's negotiating team, and said he was looking
forward to future positive negotiations.
Bob Johnson, Coral Wind Subdivision, asked whether the proposed Agreement
would nromot a tax increase: his auestion was addressed by Administrator Brown.
A motion was made by Vice Chairman O'Bryan, seconded by Chairman Flescher, to
approve the Collective Bargaining Agreement between Indian River County and the
International Association of Firefighter's, Local 2201 and authorized the Chairman to
execute same. 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 a recess at 10:46 a.m., and reconvened the meeting at 10:59
a.m., with all members present.
12. DEPARTMENTAL MATTERS
A. Community Development
B. Emergency Services
C. General Services
1. Human Services
3. Recreation
D. Human Resources
E. Office of Management and Budget
12.E.1. 17-0535 Outside Agency Funding Policy Revision and Requirement for Grant
Sub -Recipient Agreements
Recommended Action: Staff requests the Board of County Commissioners approve the following staff
recommendations: (1) amend the Outside Agency Funding Policy as outlined
in Attachment A; (2) waive the 4 year funding limitation in FY2017-18 for one
year for Nonprofit agencies and fund agencies at FYI 7 levels (Senior Services
at FYI level); (3) approve the elimination of funding for Nonprofit Agencies
beginning in FY2018-19; (4) authorize the execution of standard grant
agreements for approved FY2017-18 funding requests with the following
recipients of County funds (Nonprofit Agencies, Quasi Nonprofit Agencies,
Tourist Development Agencies, and Children's Service Agencies); (5) require
the execution of sub -recipient grant agreements retroactive to 2017 funding,
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and for all future grant awards.
Attachments: Staff Report Outside Agency Funding Policy
Attachment 1 Option 1
Attachment 2 Option 2
Attachment 3 Standard Grant Agreement
Attachment 4 Sub Recipient Grant Agreement
Management and Budget Director Michael Smykowski used a PowerPoint
Presentation to give a synopsis of the Outside Agency Funding Policy
Revisions and the requirement for Grant Sub -Recipient Agreements. The
revisions pertain to the requirement to have grant agreements for agencies
(except State Agencies) receiving County funding; a change to the audit
submittal deadline from 120 days to 180 days of the agencies' respective fiscal
years; the four-year funding limitation in the current Policy; and the issue of
funding availability.
Clerk of Circuit Court and Comptroller Jeffrey R. Smith, in response to Board
questions, affirmed that the audit must be performed by an accredited Certified
Public Accountant.
A motion was made by Commissioner Solari, seconded by Chairman Flescher, to:
(1) authorize the execution of standard grant agreements for approved Fiscal
Year 2017-2018 funding requests with the following recipients of County funds
(Nonprofit Agencies, Quasi Nonprofit Agencies, Tourist Development Agencies,
and Children's Services Agencies); and (2) amend the Outside Agency Funding
Policy audit submittal deadline to require agencies to submit their audit to the
County within 180 days prior to the end of the agency's fiscal year, unless the
County Budget Office grants an extension. The motion carried by the following
vote:
Aye: 5- Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman O'Bryan, Commissioner Adams,
Commissioner Solari, and Commissioner Zorc
Director Smykowski provided background on the four-year funding limitation in
the current Policy, and noted that the majority of non-profit organizations have
received County funding for over four years. He then presented staffs
recommendation for the Board to approve Option I for funding non-profit agencies:
(1) waive the four-year funding limitation and provide funding in Fiscal Year
2017-2018 for currently funded organizations at Fiscal Year 2017 funding levels;
(2) eliminate funding for any new agencies for Fiscal Year 2017-2018 and totally
eliminate non-profit agency funding beginning in Fiscal Year 2018-2019, and
thereafter. He advised that the agencies currently receiving funding are the Mental
Health Walk -In Clinic; Harvest Food Outreach Center (n/k/a United Against
Poverty); 211 Palm Beach/Treasure Coast, Inc.; and Senior Services. He noted that
a new request for funding was submitted by For the Love of Paws; however,
funding will not be provided.
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Director Smykowski also provided a synopsis of Option 2 for funding non-profit
agencies. The existing non-profit agencies would continue to receive funding at the
current Fiscal Year 2017 levels (Senior Services is based on Fiscal Year 2016
levels), with funding capped at this level in future years, and no new agencies
would be considered unless they qualified for the Quasi -Nonprofit category.
Commissioner Solari voiced support for the four non-profit agencies mentioned by
Director Smykowski, and for Option 2.
A brief discussion followed, as individual Board Members expressed support for
continued funding of the non -profits mentioned by Director Smykowski.
A motion was made by Commissioner Solari, seconded by Commissioner Adams, to:
(1) waive the four-year funding limitation in Fiscal Year 2017-2018 for one year for
Nonprofit agencies and to fund agencies at Fiscal Year 2017 levels (Senior Services
at Fiscal Year 2016 level); and (2) amend the Outside Agency Funding Policy as
outlined in Attachment 2 (Option 2), with the dollar amounts listed in staff's report
adjusted annually for the standard rate of inflation. The motion carried by the
following vote:
Aye: 5 - Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman O'Bryan, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner
Solari, and Commissioner Zorc
The following individuals addressed the Board with remarks of appreciation for the
continued funding of their respective agencies:
Sharon L'Herrou, President/CEO, 211 Palm Beach/Treasure Coast
Robert Brugnoli, Ph.D., CEO, Mental Health Association
Karen Deigl, CEO, Senior Resource Association, who also acknowledged the
contributions of For the Love of Paws to the seniors
Sergio Mota, 365 Joy Haven Drive, Volunteer at For the Love of Paws, discussed
the mission of the organization, and urged the Board to reconsider funding.
Chairman Flescher commented on the work done by For the Love of Paws. He
suggested that Mr. Mota return to the Board with more information on the agency.
Director Smykowski continued his PowerPoint with regards to the requirements of
the Code of Federal Regulation, Part 200 (Administrative requirements, Cost
Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards), for the County to execute
agreements with all federal grant sub-receipients (currently the Senior Resource
Association, Inc., and the Treasure Coast Homeless Services Council). He gave
staffs recommendation for the agreements to be executed retroactive to October 1,
2016 (for Fiscal Year 2016-2017), and for all federal grant sub -recipients moving
forward.
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Clerk of Circuit Court and Comptroller Jeffrey Smith, in response to questioning,
confirmed that there would be no additional charge to the sub -recipients of the
grants.
Commissioner Solari sought and received confirmation from Mr. Smith that the
grant agreement process would be simplified as much as possible for the
sub -recipients.
A motion was made by Vice Chairman O'Bryan, seconded by Commissioner Adams,
to require the execution of sub -recipient grant agreements retroactive to October 1,
2016 (for Fiscal Year 2016-2017), and for all future grant awards. The motion carried
by the following vote:
Aye: 5- Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman O'Bryan, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner
Solari, and Commissioner Zorc
F. Public Works
G. Utilities Services
12.G.1. 17-0530 North Sebastian Septic to Sewer (S2S) Phase 1 - Bid Status of Bid No.
2017-046
Recommended Action:
Staff recommends the following: a. The project be awarded to Timothy Rose
Contracting, Inc., in the amount of $2,977,931.58 as the lowest, responsive,
responsible bid. Please note that notice to proceed will only be issued once
Resolution III has been adopted by the BCC. b. Approve the County's revised
funding mechanism to be based on Option 111. Allocate the necessary dollars
to help defray assessment costs for property owners. c. Begin implementation
of a Phase 1 septic to sewer assessment project for the construction costs for all
properties both inside the City of Sebastian and unincorporated county. d.
Direct staff to follow assessment procedures for notifying benefitting property
owners, preparation of assessment roll and the necessary resolutions. e. Hold
necessary public meetings for property owners and interested parties. f.
Approve the sample agreement.
Attachments: Staff Report (Revised)
Sample Agreement
M&M Septic to Sewer Bid Review and Recommendation Letter
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Director of Utilities Vincent Burke recalled the Board's direction at the
December 20, 2016 County Commission meeting for staff to seek competitive
bids for the North Sebastian Septic to Sewer Phase I Project (the North
Sebastian Sewer Project). He used a PowerPoint Presentation to provide
background on the project and to outline financing options and construction
costs. Director Burke disclosed that of the three bidders submitting proposals,
Timothy Rose Contracting, Inc. was the lowest responsible bidder. He also
noted that there had been an error in Blue Goose Construction's bid, but a
replacement page with corrected data had been provided for the agenda
package. Director Burke reviewed the tentative schedule for the project
moving forward (if approved), and conveyed that the anticipated completion
date is Summer 2018. Capital Projects Manager Arjuna Weragoda, and Project
Engineer Earl Masteller, Masteller & Moler, Inc. were also present.
Commissioner Zorc commented that the costs for this project and the West
Wabasso Sewer Project had turned out to be greater than anticipated. He
inquired about the possibility of carving out a portion of the project, and trying
to get another grant for that segment of the construction.
Director Burke discussed the time constraints for the North Sebastian Sewer
Project and communicated that project costs in all areas seem to be escalating.
Commissioner Zorc, with support from Chairman Flescher, suggested that staff
explore maximizing the grants for future projects. He also suggested that staff
consider adding an "unforeseen circumstance" type of factor, which may
provide more of an actual cost.
County Administrator Jason Brown noted that the North Sebastian Sewer
Project was developed and priced out in December 2016. He assured the
Board that staff will be taking into consideration the higher costs of labor and
materials in future project estimates.
Commissioner Adams voiced support for the North Sebastian Sewer Project,
and agreed that staff should begin increasing its project estimates.
Vice Chairman O'Bryan mentioned that certain entities already have a working
sewage disposal system and they are now being asked to pay for a new system;
thus, he was in favor of keeping costs as low as possible for the property
owners.
A motion was made by Vice Chairman O'Bryan, seconded by Commissioner
Adams, to: (1) award the project to Timothy Rose Contracting, Inc., in the amount
of $2,977,931.58 as the lowest, responsive, responsible bid; notice to proceed will
only be issued once Resolution III has been adopted by the BCC; (2) approve the
County's revised funding mechanism based on Option II, to keep the funding
allocation percentages the same; (3) allocate the necessary dollars to help defray
assessment costs for property owners; (4) authorize staff to begin
implementation of a Phase 1 septic to sewer assessment project for the
construction costs for all properties both inside the City of Sebastian and
unincorporated County: (5) direct staff to follow assessment procedures for
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notifying benefitting property owners, preparation of assessment roll and the
necessary resolutions; (6) direct staff to hold the necessary public meetings for
property owners and interested parties; and (7) approve the sample agreement.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 4- Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman O'Bryan, Commissioner Adams, and
Commissioner Zorc
Nay: 1 - Commissioner Solari
13. COUNTY ATTORNEY MATTERS
13.A. 17-0488 Demolition Liens
Recommended Action: The County Attorney's Office recommends the Chairman allow each party in
interest for the property to address the Commission and be heard on the amount of
the proposed lien concerning the property. Following any comments, staff
recommends approval of the lien amounts and authorization for the Chairman to
sign each lien for recordation in the public records.
Attachments: Staff Report
Demario / Yorker lien and itemization
Williams lien and itemization
Cooper lien and itemization
Deputy County Attorney Bill DeBraal was present to answer any questions from
the Board, and supported staffs recommendation to file a lien against the properties
located at 4795 32nd Avenue, 529 20th Street SW, and 2385 I Ith Court SW.
Vice Chairman O'Bryan asked if there were any citizens in the audience who
wished to speak; there were none.
A motion was made by Vice Chairman O'Bryan, seconded by Commissioner Solari, to
approve the lien amounts as follows: (1) for Lots 12 and 13, Block 9, Smith Plaza
Subdivision, $5,701.42; (2) for property at 529 20th Street SW, Lot 26, Block 28, Vero
Beach Highlands Unit 2, $5,755.80; and (3) for property at 2385 11th Court S.W., Lot
23, Block 118, Unit 5 of The Vero Beach Highlands, $6,270.13; and authorized the
Chairman to execute each lien for recordation in the public records. The motion
carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5- Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman O'Bryan, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner
Solari, and Commissioner Zorc
13.13. 17-0511 Agreement for On -The -Job Training with the Arc of Indian River County, Inc.
Recommended Action: The County Attorney recommends that the Board approve and authorize the
Chairman to sign the Agreement for On -The -Job Training Between Indian River
County and The Arc of Indian River County, Inc.
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Attachments: Staff Report
Agreement for On -The Job Training
County Attorney Dylan Reingold recalled the Board's direction in August 2016 to
develop a jobs training program to offer opportunities for young adults with
intellectual and developmental disabilities. He provided the details of the
On -The -Job Training program with the Arc of Indian River County, and said that
the proposed agreement was a result of communications between the County, The
Arc, and the Florida Division of Vocational Rehabilitation.
Chairman Flescher spoke in support of the program, and invited public comment.
Chuck Bradley, Executive Director of The Arc, attested that this program would
make a tremendous impact on the lives of these young adults.
A motion was made by Commissioner Solari, seconded by Chairman Flescher, to
approve and authorize the Chairman to execute the Agreement for On -The -Job
Training between Indian River County and The Arc of Indian River County, Inc. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5- Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman O'Bryan, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner
Solari, and Commissioner Zorc
13.C. 17-0529 2017-2018 State Legislative Final Report
Attachments: Staff Report
Indian River County's 2017-2018 State Legislative Final Report
This item was deferred to a future meeting, due to Assistant County Attorney Kate
Pingolt-Cotner being dispatched earlier during this Board Meeting to deliver to the
City of Vero Beach, the Board's Resolution of Support for the sale of the City of
Vero Beach Electric System to Florida Power & Light.
No Action Taken or Required
13.D. 17-0528 Resolution of Support for the Sale of the City of Vero Beach Electric Utility
by the City of Vero Beach to Florida Power & Light
Recommended Action: The County Attorney's Office recommends that the Chair allow for public comment
on this matter and then have the Board vote to approve the resolution.
Attachments: Staff Report
Resolution of Support for the Sale of the City of Vero Beach Electric
Utility
(Clerk's Note: This item was discussed following Item 5.A. and is placed here for
continuity).
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County Attorney Dylan Reingold reported that at 9:30 a.m. on this date (May 16,
2017), the City of Vero Beach Council will be considering Florida Power and
Light's (FPL) Letter of Intent to purchase the City's Electric System. He discussed
the Board's history of support for the sale of the City's Electric System to FPL and
stated that if approved by the Board, the proposed resolution of support would be
presented to the City at its meeting.
Chairman Flescher invited public comment; there was none.
A motion was made by Commissioner O'Bryan, seconded by Chairman Flescher, to
approve Resolution 2017-046, urging the City Council of the City of Vero Beach,
Florida to vote in favor of the full sale of the Vero Beach Electric System to Florida
Power & Light Company; directing copies of this resolution to be provided to
appropriate parties. 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
C. Commissioner Susan Adams
D. Commissioner Bob Solari
E. Commissioner Tim Zorc
15. SPECIAL DISTRICTS AND BOARDS
A. Emergency Services District
B. Solid Waste Disposal District
The Board reconvened as the Board of Commissioners of the Solid Waste Disposal District. The
minutes will be approved at an upcoming Solid Waste Disposal District meeting.
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15.13.1. 17-0398 Approval of Minutes Meeting of February 21, 2017
Recommended Action: Approve
Attachments: 02212017SWDD
Approved
15.B.2. 17-0410 Approval of Minutes Meeting of March 7, 2017
Recommended Action: Approve
Attachments: 0 3 072 017 S W D D
Approved
15.B.3. 17-0423 Approval of Minutes Meeting of March 21, 2017
Recommended Action: Approve
Attachments: 03212017SW DD
A motion was made to approve the Meeting Minutes of February 21, 2017; March 7,
2017; and March 21, 2017, as written. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5- Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman O'Bryan, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner
Solari, and Commissioner Zorc
15.13.4. 17-0526 WO No. 5 to Geosyntec for One Year of Groundwater Monitoring/Reporting
and Related Consulting Services at the Former South Gifford Road Landfill
Recommended Action: Staff recommends that the SWDD Board approves and authorizes the Chairman to
sign CCNA-2014 WO No. 5 authorizing Geosyntec to provide groundwater
monitoring/reporting and related consulting services for the Former Gifford Road
Landfill in compliance with FDEP requirements for a period of one year not to
exceed fee of $71,456.
Attachments: Staff Report
Geosyntec CCNA-2014 WO No. 5
Director of Utilities Vincent Burke was available for the Board's questions on the
proposed Work Order No. 5 to Geosyntec Consultants, Inc.; there were no queries.
Vice Chairman O'Bryan pointed out that the Florida Department of Environmental
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Protection (FDEP) has reduced the frequency of the groundwater monitoring at the
former South Gifford Road Landfill site.
A motion was made by Commissioner Solari, seconded by Commissioner Adams, 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
C. Environmental Control Board
16. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, the Chairman adjourned the meeting at 12:16 p.m.
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Jeffrey R. Smith, CPA, CGFO, CGMA
Clerk of Circuit Court and Comptroller
By.
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BCC/MG/2017 Minutes
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