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Meeting Minutes - Final
Tuesday, June 13, 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 June 13, 2017
ROLLCALL
Present: 5 - Chairman Joseph Flescher
Vice Chairman Peter O'Bryan
Commissioner Susan Adams
Commissioner Bob Solari
Commissioner Tim Zorc
2.A. A MOMENT OF SILENT REFLECTION FOR FIRST RESPONDERS
2.B. INVOCATION
Stan Boling, Director, Community Development Department
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Dylan Reingold, County Attorney
4. ADDITIONS/DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA / EMERGENCY ITEMS
Delete: Item 13.A. Code Enforcement Board Appointment
Move: Item 14.E.2. Follow-up on Privately Funded Indian River Lagoon Pilot
Project to be heard in conjunction with Item 5.A.
A motion was made by Commissioner Solari, seconded by Vice Chairman O'Bryan, 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. 17-0600 Presentation of Update on Indian River Lagoon Pilot Project by Adam Taylor,
President/CEO, Greenfield Resources
Recommended Action: No Action Required
Attachments: Agenda Item November 15, 2016
(Clerk's note: Item 14.E.2. was heard in conjunction with this item.)
Commissioner Zorc summarized the Indian River Lagoon Pilot Project (the Pilot
Project), and introduced Greenfield Resources President/CEO Adam Taylor, 1307
Rankin Dr., Troy, Michigan, who provided an update. Mr. Taylor confirmed that
July 10, 2017 was the tentative date scheduled for the test run for the Pilot Project,
which would take place at the Main Relief Canal near the Vero Beach Regional
Airport. Also, in response to questioning from Commissioner Zorc, Mr. Taylor
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confirmed that the all -natural process used is chemical free; therefore, the water
from the Lagoon could be used for other reserve needs, as well. Mr. Taylor
explained that a spreadsheet would be sent to the Board in the near future,
containing a wide range of water treatment data from the initial water collection.
Chairman Flescher sought and received information regarding the November 2016
initial 1500 gallon water collection, as well as the patent details and design
specifications for the mobile unit being built specifically for this upcoming,
proof -of -concept project. He clarified that the Pilot Project was being done at no
cost to the taxpayer, as Greenfield Resources has offered their services.
Greenfield Resources Field Engineer Rob Jones, 1307 Rankin Dr., Troy, Michigan,
answered questions regarding the power source required for the mobile unit, and
pointed out that they were currently working on ways to reduce the energy input.
No Action Taken or Required
5.B. 17-0556 Presentation of Proclamation Designating June 19 through June 25, 2017 as
Amateur Radio Week
Recommended Action: Read and Presented
Attachments: Proclamation
Commissioner Solari presented the Proclamation to members of the Vero Beach
Amateur Radio Club, as they were recognized for the important role of providing
communication assistance whenever the need arises.
Read and Presented
6. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
7. INFORMATION ITEMS FROM STAFF OR COMMISSIONERS NOT REOUIRING BOARD
ACTION
7.A. 17-0618 Release and Waiver of Right of First Refusal
Recommended Action: Informational Only - No Action Required
Attachments: Staff Report
Release and Waiver Right of First Refusal
(Clerk's Note: This pertains to the 5.38 acre vacant parcel of land located at 5110
State Road AIA, adjacent to the County's Tracking Station Oceanfront Park, in the
Town of Indian River Shores.)
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No Action Taken or Required
7.B. 17-0617 Sales Order Agreement for Voting Systems
Recommended Action: Provided for Information Only - No Action Required
Attachments: Staff Report
Sales Order Agreement w Elections Systems Software
No Action Taken or Required
8. CONSENT AGENDA
June 13, 2017
A motion was made by Commissioner Zorc, seconded by Commissioner Adams, to
approve the Consent Agenda, as presented. The motion carried by the following
vote:
Aye: 5- Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman O'Bryan, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner
Solari, and Commissioner Zorc
8.A. 17-0599 Checks and Electronic Payments May 26, 2017 to June 1, 2017
Recommended Action: Approve the list of checks and electronic payments issued by the Comptroller's
office for the time period of May 26, 2017 to June 1, 2017
Attachments: Finance Department Staff Report
Approved the list of checks and electronic payments as supplied by the
Comptroller's office.
Approved staffs recommendation
8.B. 17-0583 Airport Zoning Regulations Interlocal Agreement
Recommended Action: The County Attorney's Office recommends that the Board vote to approve the
Airport Zoning Regulations Interlocal Agreement and authorize the Chair to
execute the Airport Zoning Regulations Interlocal Agreement.
Attachments: Staff Report
Section 911.17 Airport Zoning Regulations, Indian River County Code
of Ordinances
Proposed Airport Zoning Regulations Interlocal Agreement
Approved staffs recommendation
8.C. 17-0582 Award of Bid No: 2017050 Indian River County Courthouse Judge's Security
Upgrade Project
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Recommended Action: Staff recommends that the project be awarded to Summit Construction of Vero
Beach, LLC, in the amount of $354,250.00 and requests that the Board of County
Commissioners approve the sample agreement and authorize the Chairman to
execute said agreement after receipt and approval of the required Public
Construction Bond and Certificate of Insurance and after the County Attorney has
approved the agreement as to fonn and legal sufficiency.
Attachments: Staff Report
Sample Agreement
Approved staffs recommendation
8.D. 17-0584 Partial Release of Retainage - Borrelli & Partners, Inc. Intergenerational Recreation
Facility at South County Regional Park IRC Project No. 1135 RFQ No. 2012024
Recommended Action: Staff recommends approval of Borrelli & Partners, Inc. Invoice No. RETAINAGE
No. 2, dated May 31, 2017 in the amount of $19,510.00 for partial release of
retainage for design services for the Intergenerational Recreation Facility at South
County Regional Park.
Attachments: Staff Report
Borrelli & Partners, Inc. Invoice No. RETAINAGE No. 2
Approved staffs recommendation
8.E. 17-0587 Work Order No. 3 Morgan & Eklund, Inc., 2017 Beach Profile Monitoring Surveys
(SUMMER)
Recommended Action: The recommendation of staff is for the Board to approve Work Order No. 3 to the
Professional Land Surveying and Mapping Services contract with Morgan and
Eklund, Inc. and authorize the Chairman to sign on behalf of the County.
Attachments: Staff Report
WO No. 3
Approved staffs recommendation
8.F. 17-0598 Change Order No. 1, Final Payment and Release of Retainage Old Dixie Highway
Resurfacing (71 st Street to County Road 510)
Recommended Action: Staff recommends approval of Change Order No. 1, and payment of Application for
Payment No. 10 -Revised 2 to Timothy Rose Contracting, Inc. in the amount of
$108,169.36.
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Attachments: Staff Report
Timothy Rose Contracting, Inc. Application for Payment No. 10 -Revised
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Change Order No. 1
Approved staff's recommendation
8.G. 17-0601 Work Order No. 5 Atkins North America, Inc., Wabasso Fishing Pier Demolition
Project - Data Collection and Preliminary Planning
Recommended Action: The recommendation of staff is for the Board to approve Work Order No. 5 to the
contract with Atkins North America, Inc. and authorize the Chairman to sign on
behalf of the County.
Attachments: Staff Report
Wabasso Fishing Pier WO#5
Wabasso Fishing Pier Location Map
Wabasso Fishing Pier Site Photographs
Approved staff's recommendation
8.H. 17-0612 FDOT Emergency Local Government Emergency Relief Reimbursement
Agreement - Hurricane Matthew
Recommended Action: Staff recommends the Board of County Commission (BCC) approve the
Emergency Local Government Emergency Relief Reimbursement Agreement and
adopt the resolution authorizing the Chairman to sign the Agreement.
Attachments: Staff Report
FDOT Agreement
Resolution
Approved the FDOT Agreement, and Resolution 2017-054, authorizing the Chairman's
execution of an Emergency Local Government Emergency Relief Reimbursement
Agreement with the Florida Department of Transportation for damages sustained to
traffic equipment as a result of Hurricane Matthew.
9. CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS and GOVERNMENTAL AGENCIES
9.A.1. 17-0597 Indian River County Supervisor of Elections Leslie R. Swan: Request for Board
Approval to combine two polling sites and relocate these precincts to the
Intergenerational Recreation Center and to upgrade the ten remaining EViD
"All -in -One" electronic polls books to the new EViD "Compact" units
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Recommended Action: Authorization to combine two polling sites and relocate these precincts to the
Intergenerational Recreation Center and Board approval to upgrade the ten
remaining EViD "All -in -One" electronic polls books to the new EViD "Compact"
units
Attachments: Letter dated June 2, 2017
Supervisor of Elections Leslie Swan thanked the Board for the approval of the new
voting system, noting that it arrived three weeks ago. She added that the new
system has been installed, and both hardware and software training have been
completed.
Ms. Swan sought approval to combine Precinct 28 Vero Beach Highlands Property
Owners' Association, and Precinct 29 Morningstar Presbyterian Church and
relocate them to the Intergenerational Recreation Center, noting that there would be
a Go -Line stop at this location, for added convenience. She also informed the
Board that Precinct 18 would be relocated from St. Edward's School to Holy Cross
Catholic Church. New voter information cards will be mailed to all voters in the
precincts mentioned, to notify them of their poll relocation.
Additionally, Ms. Swan requested approval to upgrade the ten remaining EViD
"All -In -One" electronic poll books to the new EViD "Compact" units, resulting in
uniformity of all 124 electronic poll books.
A motion was made by Vice Chairman O'Bryan, seconded by Chairman Flescher, to
combine two polling sites, Precinct 28 Vero Beach Highlands Property Owners'
Association, and Precinct 29 Morningstar Presbyterian Church, and relocate these
precincts to the Intergenerational Recreation Center. The motion carried by the
following vote:
Aye: 5- Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman O'Bryan, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner
Solari, and Commissioner Zorc
A motion was made by Commissioner Adams, seconded by Commissioner Zorc, to
upgrade the ten remaining EViD "All -in -One" electronic polls books to the new EViD
"Compact" units. 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
10.A.1. 17-0610 Collier Creek Estates Subdivision (Utility Phase 2) and Harbor Point
Subdivision (Utility Phase 3) Petition Water Assessment Project, Public
Hearing and the Adoption of Resolution No. III (Legislative)
Recommended Action: Open the public hearing and after receiving input, consider adopting Resolution
No. III with any revisions based on that public input. Staff recommends that the
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BCC consider the following options: 1) Adopt Resolution No. III with the
following items: a. Cost per parcel of $6,250.00. b. Sixty (60) benefitting
parcels as part of the special assessment lien. c. For benefitting parcels in point
b, allow property owners to finance the capital cost of $6,250.00 for up to 10
years, payable in ten equal yearly installments at an annual interest rate of
5.00% (set by the BCC each January). 2) Direct staff to combine utility phases
1, la, lb, 2 and 3 into one bid package and advertise for bids.
Attachments: Staff Report
Confirming Resolution (Resolution No. III)
Assessment Roll
Affidavit of Publications
Director of Utility Services Vincent Burke used a PowerPoint Presentation to
show the progress of the Collier Creek Estates Subdivision (Utility Phase 2)
and Harbor Point Subdivision (Utility Phase 3) Petition Water Assessment
Project (the Project). The projected final completion date will be May 2018.
Commissioner Solari questioned Director Burke, who clarified that once
Resolution No. III is adopted, the cost per parcel would not increase for the
property owners, as the County would absorb any additional costs. However,
if the cost per parcel decreases, the savings would be extended to the property
owners.
The Chairman opened the Public Hearing.
Patricia Keller, 136 Regatta Street, Melbourne Beach, shared her frustrations
towards the Project and the Board, as she was a property owner, and felt that the
rules were bent in order to move the Project forward.
County Attorney Dylan Reingold clarified the approval process that the Board
uses, referring to Ordinance 81-027, which authorized the Board to make final
decisions regarding a service or improvement; Director Burke presented the
number of votes used to determine the Board's reasoning for approving the
Project.
Russell LeMoi, who resides in Collier Creek Estates, communicated that he had
personally contacted Mr. and Mrs. Keller, and Director Burke told of his
contact, as well.
There being no further cormnents, the Chairman closed the Public Hearing.
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A motion was made by Vice Chairman O'Bryan, seconded by Chairman
Flescher, to: (1) approve Resolution 2017-055, confirming the special
assessments in connection with a water main extension from 101 Barbara Court
to and including 108 Barbara Court; 101 Arega Street to and including 110 Arega
Street; 201 Arega Street to and including 213 Arega Street; 200 Hunt Court to and
including 204 Hunt Court; and 201 Banks Court to and including 203 Banks
Court, within portions of Phase Two and Six of the subdivision of Collier Creek
Estates (Utility Phase 2); and providing for a water main extension from 100
Harbor Point Drive to and including 117 Harbor Point Drive; and 900 S. Fleming
Street to and including 907 S. Fleming Street within Harbor Point Subdivision
(Utility Phase 3), located within the City of Sebastian, in Indian River County,
Florida; and providing for special assessment Liens to be made of record; and (2)
direct staff to combine utility phases 1, 1a, 1b, 2 and 3 into one bid package and
advertise for bids. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5- Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman O'Bryan, Commissioner Adams,
Commissioner Solari, and Commissioner Zorc
10.A.2. 17-0585 Ordinance Concerning Medical Cannabis
Recommended Action: The County Attorney's Office recommends that the chair open the public
hearing and after taking public comment vote to approve the proposed
ordinance.
Attachments: Staff Report
Ordinance Concerning Medical Cannabis
Affidavit of Publication
County Attorney Dylan Reingold outlined the history regarding the proposed
Ordinance concerning medical cannabis, and explained that the Governor may
sign Senate Bill 8A (SB 8A) in the near future, nullifying the Ordinance. He
recommended that the Board open the Public Hearing for citizen input, then to
continue the Public Hearing to the June 20, 2017 meeting.
The Chairman opened the Public Hearing.
Bob Johnson, Coral Wind Subdivision, declared that he and his wife are
opposed to the Governor signing SB 8A.
There being no further public input, the Chairman continued the Public Hearing
to June 20, 2017.
Discussion ensued amongst the Board, Attorney Reingold and County
Administrator Jason Brown, regarding the concern of the availability of medical
marijuana or medical cannabis within the community. The consensus was for
Attorney Reingold to contact the five municipalities and Florida Association of
Counties to ensure that there will be facilities available within Indian River
County, then to return to the Board on either July 11, 2017 or July 18, 2017
with a proposed ordinance banning facilities from being located in the
unincorporated areas of the County.
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A motion was made by Commissioner Solari, seconded by Chairman Flescher, to
direct the County Attorney to contact the five municipalities and Florida
Association of Counties to ensure that there will be medical marijuana/medical
cannabis facilities available within Indian River County; then to return to the
Board on either July 11, 2017 or July 18, 2017 with a proposed ordinance banning
facilities from being located in the unincorporated areas of the County. 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
10.6.1. 17-0607 Request to Speak from Anibal Miliani Regarding Outstanding Utility Liens on
Property Purchased in Indian River County
Recommended Action: public Discussion Item - No Action Required
Attachments: Request to Speak Form
Anibal Miliani, 13920 SW 108th St., Miami, addressed the Board to request
amnesty towards the dollar amount of the Utility Lien at 624 5th Place, a
property at which he purchased at a tax lien auction. He explained that he was
aware of the dollar amount of the Utility Lien at the time of purchase; however,
he was unaware of the condition of the home.
Vice Chairman O'Bryan disclosed his past communication with Mr. Miliani,
and explained that he agreed to add this item to the Agenda to give Mr. Miliani
in order the opportunity to speak to the Board.
County Administrator Jason Brown pointed out that staff would not be in
support of amnesty. It was the consensus of the Board, as well.
Vice Chairman O'Bryan extended an offer of assistance to Mr. Miliani, agreeing
to work with Utility Services to address the terms of the payment schedule, if
he would be interested.
No Action Taken or Required
The Chairman called for a recess at 10:37 a.m., and reconvened the meeting at
10:49 a.m., with all members present.
10.B.2. 17-0608 Request to Speak from Thomas E Coughlin Regarding Jungle Trail Safety
Recommended Action: Public Discussion Item - No Action Required
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Attachments: Request to Speak Form
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Tom Coughlin, 9615 West Maiden Court, addressed the Board with a
recommendation to update the safety laws regarding the Jungle Trail, and explained
that he felt speed and parking were both major concerns. He felt that 15 mph was
a fair speed limit throughout the entire trail, and would like to see more no -parking
signs, as well as warning signs to alert drivers to share the road with bicyclists and
hikers.
Chairman Flescher spoke in support of making no major changes, as the Jungle
Trail is a piece of history and a gem in the community.
Commissioner Solari suggested that Public Works could give the Board their
opinion, and possibly add a "Share the Road" sign at the trail entrance as a safety
improvement. In addition, he informed Mr. Coughlin that the gentleman interested
in having the road closed to Jungle Trail is scheduled to address the Metropolitan
Planning Organization (MPO) Board, under Public Discussion, on Wednesday,
October 11, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. Mr. Coughlin confirmed that he would be in
attendance, as well.
County Administrator Jason Brown advised that Public Works would be directed to
provide input on signage and speed, and added that, in addition to it being a very
firm Board consensus, staff was opposed to closing the Jungle Trail to vehicular
traffic.
No Action Taken or Required
C. PUBLIC NOTICE ITEMS
10.C.1. 17-0591 Notice of Public Hearing for June 20, 2017: Indian River County's Request for
Special Exception Use Approval for the Osprey Acres Floway and Nature
Preserve (Public Limited Utility) [SP -SE -17-06-09 / 2005060500-78909]
(Quasi -Judicial)
Recommended Action: This notice of public hearing is provided for the Board's information. No action
is needed at this time.
Notice was read by County Attorney Dylan Reingold.
No Action Taken or Required
10.C.2. 17-0594 Notice of Public Hearing for June 20, 2017: Indian River County's Request for
Abandonment of a Portion of 12th Avenue SW from 5th Street SW to a Point
165' North of 7th Street SW as shown on the Indian River Farms Company Plat
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of Lands and Plan for Land Drainage and Road Reservations [ROWA-17-03-02
/ 2005060500-78340] (Legislative)
Recommended Action: This notice of public hearing is provided for the Board's information. No action
is needed at this time.
Notice was read by County Attorney Dylan Reingold.
No Action Taken or Required
10.C.3. 17-0611 Notice of Public Hearing for June 20, 2017: to Consider Amending Chapter 312
of the Code of Indian River County. (Legislative)
Attachments: Staff Report
Notice was read by County Attorney Dylan Reingold.
No Action Taken or Required
11. COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR MATTERS
12. DEPARTMENTAL MATTERS
A. Community Development
12.A.1. 17-0596 Request to Review Scope of Services and Authorize Initiation of the Consultant
Selection Process for an Impact Fee Update
Recommended Action: Staff recommends that the Board of County Commissioners review the scope of
services for the impact fee update, make any necessary changes, and authorize
staff to initiate the consultant selection process for the update.
Attachments: Staff Report
Attachment 1
Community Development Director Stan Boling explained that the last impact
fee review was completed in October 2014, and that the impact fee ordinance
requires the Board to review the schedule at least once every third year. He
explained that, as with all impact fee updates, a consultant expertise is
necessary, and Board authorization would be required to move forward.
Metropolitan Planning Organization Staff Director Phil Matson explained the
elements of the Impact Fee Scope of Services, and summarized the possible
increases and decreases.
Commissioner Solari thanked staff for the review; however, he didn't feel that
there had been enough changes to support spending tax dollars for an update at
this time, and suggested that staff return to the Board with the next review in
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two (2) years. In addition, he recommended revising the cycle for impact fee
schedule reviews, from once every three (3) years, to once every three (3) to
five (5) years, depending upon the conditions.
Vice Chairman O'Bryan opposed the update delay due to the fact that new
methodology was put into effect in 2014, and he would like to see how the
model is tracking.
Chainnan Flescher, Commissioner Adams and Commissioner Zorc were in
support of Commissioner Solari's recommendation.
A motion was made by Commissioner Solari, seconded by Chairman Flescher, by
a 4-1 vote (Vice Chairman O'Bryan opposed), the Board approved to: 1) direct
staff to return to the Board in two (2) years with an Impact Fee Scope of Services
review; and 2) direct the County Attorney to draft an amendment to the Impact
Fee Ordinance 2005-015, changing the review schedule to once every three (3) to
five (5) years, depending upon the conditions. The motion carried by the
following vote:
Aye: 4- Chairman Flescher, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner Solari, and
Commissioner Zorc
Nay: 1 - Vice Chairman O'Bryan
B. Emergency Services
C. General Services
1. Human Services
2. Sandridge Golf Club
3. Recreation
D. Human Resources
E. Office of Management and Budget
12.E.1. 17-0619 Interfund Loan - Lakes Golf Course
Recommended Action: Staff recommends that the Board authorize an interfund loan from General
Fund reserves in the amount of $1,100,000 at an interest rate of 1.5% per year.
The principal of this loan will be repaid over a four (4) year period as shown in
the Proposed Debt Service Schedule.
Attachments: Staff Report
Golf Course Bonds Proposed Debt Service Schedule
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Management & Budget Director Michael Smykowski gave a brief explanation
of the interfund loan for the irrigation system at Lakes Golf Course at
Sandridge Golf Club, noting that the original irrigation system is 25 years old.
A motion was made by Vice Chairman O'Bryan, seconded by Commissioner
Solari, 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
F. Public Works
C. Utilities Services
13. COUNTY ATTORNEY MATTERS
13.A. 17-0574 Code Enforcement Board Appointment
Recommended Action: The County Attorney recommends that the Board review the applicant's resume and
application, and determine whether to appoint him to fill the unexpired term for the
"Member at Large" representative to the Code Enforcement Board.
Attachments: Staff Report
Code Enforcement Board Application -Armitage
Armitage Resume - Code Enforcement Board Appointment
This item was pulled from the Agenda.
No Action Taken or Required
13.B. 17-0614 Resolution Authorizing the Florida Department of Transportation to Acquire Right -of -Way
for the State Road 60/43rd Avenue Project and Use the Mermaid Carwash and Lennie's
Lounge Parcels as Mitigation and for Cure Plans
Recommended Action: Staff recommends the Board of County Commissioners approve the Resolution permitting
FDOT to use the County owned Mermaid Carwash and Lennie's Lounge sites in
negotiations with the neighboring property owners to mitigate damages and formulate cure
plans and authorize the Chairman to execute the resolution.
Attachments: Staff Report
Resolution DOT to acquire property rights
Deputy County Attorney William DeBraal used a PowerPoint Presentation to assist
in describing the entire area involved to acquire a right-of-way for the State Road
60/43rd Avenue Project.
Bob Johnson, Coral Wind Subdivision, expressed concern for Young's Market and
7 -Eleven; however, Attorney DeBraal conveyed that the majority of changes would
be to the west side of the roadway, with very minor changes to the southeast side.
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A motion was made by Vice Chairman O'Bryan, seconded by Commissioner
Solari, to Approve Resolution 2017-056, authorizing the Florida Department of
Transportation to acquire property rights along State Road 60 and 43rd Avenue for
intersection improvement. 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
U.C.1. 17-0616 Roseland Community Building
Recommended Action: Direct Staff to move forward with Work Order #7 Roseland Community
Building -Building Analysis and authorize the execution of any documents
needed for such.
Attachments: Commissioner's Memorandum
Lease
Letters of Support
Work Order #7
Commissioner Adams spoke in support of saving and renovating the Roseland
Community Building, as it is a vital part of the community. She requested to
direct staff to move forward with Work Order No.7, to allocate $8,300 on a
building analysis to assess the condition of the building, along with receiving
the estimated costs for repairs.
Commissioner Solari supported the allocation for a building analysis, but
explained that once the results have been received, he would like to know the
intent of the Roseland Community.
Chairman Flescher supported a building analysis, as the documentation would
be important for possible granting opportunities.
Roseland Women's Club President Verna Moreira, 112 Drake Way, Sebastian,
explained that having a building analysis would help them when asking for
donations, in addition to grant writing. She assured the Board that the
Roseland Community and the Roseland Women's Club would do everything
they could to preserve the Roseland Community Building.
Fredrick Mensing, PO Box 964, Roseland, a Roseland Community Association
Board member, spoke in support of restoring the Roseland Community
Building. He added that he would like to see it listed on the National Historic
Registry.
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A motion was made by Commissioner Adams, 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
D. Commissioner Bob Solari
E. Commissioner Tim Zorc
14.E.1. 17-0593 Request to Discuss Audit of Homestead Exemptions
Recommended Action: Discussion
Attachments: Commissioners Memorandum
Article on Sarasota County Audit on Homestead Exemptions 06022017
Commissioner Zorc addressed the Board regarding the idea of a possible audit
of Homestead Exemptions, due to the fact that Sarasota County's recent audit
identified a significant number of fraudulent cases.
Property Appraiser David Nolte explained that his office has a process for
investigating homeowners who have filed for a Homestead Exemption, and
pointed out that property liens are filed against home owners who have either
made a mistake, or filed fraudulently.
Commissioner Solari suggested, and Chairman Flescher agreed, that County
Administrator Jason Brown should meet with Mr. Nolte, then return to the
Board if he felt there was a reason for concern.
No Action Taken or Required
14.E.2. 17-0609 Follow-up on Privately Funded Indian River Lagoon Pilot Project
Recommended Action: Discussion
Attachments: Update on Greenfield Resources Water Treatment Pilot Proiect
06062017
(Clerk's Note: This item was heard in conjunction with Item S.B.)
No Action Taken or Required
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15. SPECIAL DISTRICTS AND BOARDS
A. Emergency Services District
B. Solid Waste Disposal District
C. Environmental Control Board
16. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, the Chairman declared the meeting adjourned at
12:12 p.m.
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