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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA
A G E N D A
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY, MAY 3, 1994
9:00 A.M. - COUNTY COMMISSION CHAMBER
COUNTY ADMINISTRATION BUILDING
1840 25TH STREET
VERO BEACH, FLORIDA
COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
John W. Tippin, Chairman ( Dist. 4)
Kenneth R. Macht, Vice Chairman (Dist. 3)
Fran B. Adams ( Dist. 1)
Richard.N. Bird (Dist. 5)
Carolyn K. Eggert ( Dist. 2 )
James E. Chandler, County Administrator
Charles P. Vitunac, County Attorney
Jeffrey K. Barton, Clerk to the Board
9:00 A. M. 1. CALL TO ORDER PAGE
2. INVOCATION - Rev. Joe Brooks
Twentieth Ave. Church of God
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE -_ Comm. Carolyn K. _Eggert
4. ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA/EMERGENCY ITEMS
Item 5.B. Proclamation Honoring John D. Orcutt, Jr.
Item 7.I. Appoint Al Mitchell to Beach and Shore Preservation Advisory Committee
Item 9.A.1.a Resolution in Support of Keeping Management and Control of Work Force
- Employment and Training at Local Level
Item 12 Schedule Public Hearing for Comprehensive Plan Compliance Agreement
Item 13.A.1. Schedule Public Hearing to discuss Sales Tax
Item 13.A.2. Report on Meeting with Indian River Farms Water Control District
5. PROCLAMATION AND PRESENTATIONS
Adoption and Presentation of Proclamation Desig-
nating May 9-13, 1994 as Teacher Appreciation Week
6. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. Special Meeting of 3/31/94
B. Regular Meeting of 4/5/94
7. CONSENT AGENDA
A. Amendment of Elections Budget
(memorandum dated April 27, 1994)
B. Progress Report 8 Reimbursement Invoice
1994 Planning Grant Invoice #1
(memorandum dated April 21, 1994)
C. R. Jack Krovocheck's Request for Final Plat
Approval for Sunset Point S/D
(memorandum dated April 26, 1994)
D. Award Annual Bid #4067 / Seeding E Mulching
(memorandum dated April 20, 1994)
7. CONSENT AGENDA (cont'd. ):
E. Misc. Budget Amendment #015
(memorandum dated April 27, 1994)
F. Release of Utility Liens
(memorandum dated April 27, 1994)
G. Request to Set Public Hearing Date for _
Ordinance Amending Sections 307.04 and
307.06 of County Code to Place Additional
Restrictions on County Parking Facilities
(memorandum dated April 22, 1994)
H. Request to Set Public Hearing Date for
Ordinance Amending Chapter 400 of County
Code with Respect to Categories of Skills
Requiring Competency Card, Establishing a
Prerequisite for Actions Against a Registered
Contractor, and Creating a Presumption of
Working for Compensation
( memorandum dated April 21, 1994 )
8. CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS AND
GOVERNMENTAL AGENCIES
None
9:05 a. m. 9. PUBLIC ITEMS
A. PUBLIC DISCUSSION ITEMS
1. Presentation of Annual Report of Treasure
Coast Private Industry Council by Nan
Griggs
( Report provided separately)
2. Request by Frank Zorc to discuss PEP Reef
Project
( letter dated April 25, 1994)
3. Request by Frank Zorc to discuss St.
Francis Manor - Addition to Lease of
Portion of Remnant Vacant Parcel of Land
( letter dated April 26, 1994)
4. Request by Jerry Smith to Discuss Inter-
pretation of 12/8/92 Decision of Board
Regarding Utility Matter
( backup provided separately)
B. PUBLIC HEARINGS
None
10. COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR'S MATTERS
None
11. DEPARTMENTAL MATTERS
A. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
None
B. EMERGENCY SERVICES
None _
C. GENERAL SERVICES
None
D. LEISURE SERVICES
None
E. OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND BUDGET
None
F. PERSONNEL
None
G. PUBLIC WORKS
1. Sandridge Golf Course New 18
Amendment No. 7
( memorandum dated March 28, 1994 )
(continued from 4/12/94 BCC meeting)
2. Oslo Road Widening, Work Order No. 3
(memorandum dated April 22, 1994)
3. Consulting Services for the Replacement
of the 43rd Ave. Bridge over the Main
Relief Canal - Williams, Hatfield &
Stoner - Final Payment
(memorandum dated April 21, 1994)
H. UTILITIES
1. Wastewater Treatment Plant Continuing
Services
( memorandum dated April 25, 1994 )
2. Sunshine Travel Report Change Order No. 1
and Work Authorization No. 2
(memorandum dated April 18, 1994)
3. Final Pay Request 8 Change Order No. 1
for Club Grove Estates Water Main Project
( memorandum dated April 25, 1994 )
4. Removal of Rivers Edge and Vero Highlands
Ground Storage Water Tanks & the Rivers
Edge Wastewater Treatment Plant
(memorandum dated April 27, 1994)
12. COUNTY ATTORNEY
Proposed Ordinance Re: Power Pole Siting
(memorandum dated April 20, 1994)
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13. COMMISSIONERS ITEMS
A. CHAIRMAN JOHN W. TIPPIN
B. VICE CHAIRMAN KENNETH R. MRCHT
Old County Courthouse
(memorandum dated March 29, 1994)
C. COMMISSIONER FRAN B. ADAMS
D. COMMISSIONER RICHARD N. BIRD
E. COMMISSIONER CAROLYN K. EGGERT
14. SPECIAL DISTRICTS
A. EMERGENCY SERVICES DISTRICT
1. Approval of Minutes - March 15, 1994)
2. Execution of Contracts Between Indian
River County Emergency Services District
and Local #2201, IAFF, and the Paramedics
(memorandum dated April 27, 1994)
( copy of contract provided separately)
B. SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL DISTRICT
None
15. ADJOURNMENT
ANYONE WHO MAY WISH TO APPEAL ANY DECISION WHICH MAY BE MADE
AT THIS MEETING WILL NEE6 TO ENSURE THAT A VERBATIM RECORD OF
THE PROCEEDINGS IS MADE WHICH INCLUDES THE TESTIMONY AND
EVIDENCE UPON WHICH THE APPEAL WILL BE BASED.
ANYONE WHO NEEDS A SPECIAL ACCOMMODATION FOR THIS MEETING MAY
CONTACT THE COUNTY'S AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA)
COORDINATOR AT 567-8000 X 408 AT LEAST 48 HOURS IN ADVANCE OF
MEETING.
Tuesday, May 3, 1994
The Board of County Commissioners of Indian River County,
Florida, met in Regular Session at the County Commission Chambers,
1840 25th Street, Vero Beach, Florida, on Tuesday, May 3, 1994, at
9:00 a.m. Present were John W. Tippin, Chairman; Kenneth R. Macht,
Vice Chairman; Fran B. Adams; Richard N. Bird; and Carolyn K.
Eggert. Also present were James E. Chandler, County Administrator;
Charles P. Vitunac, County Attorney; and Patricia Held, Deputy
Clerk.
The Chairman called the meeting to order.
Reverend Joe Brooks, Twentieth Avenue Church of God, gave the
invocation, and Commissioner Carolyn K. Eggert led the Pledge of
Allegiance to the Flag.
ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA/EMERGENCY ITEMS
Chairman Tippin requested addition of the following items:
Item 5.B., Proclamation Honoring John Orcutt.
Item 13.A.1., Schedule Public Hearing for Sales Tax
Item 13.A.2., Report on Meeting with Indian River Farms Water
Control District
Commissioner Adams requested addition of 7.I., Appoint Al
Mitchell to Beach and Shore Preservation Advisory Committee
Commissioner Bird requested addition of Item 9.A.l.a.,
Resolution regarding Management and Control of Work Force
Employment and Training
Attorney Vitunac requested addition of Item 12, Schedule
Public Hearing to discuss our Comprehensive Plan Compliance
Agreement
ON MOTION by Commissioner Eggert, SECONDED by
Commissioner Adams, the Board unanimously added the
above items to the Agenda.
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PROCLAMATIONS
Chairman Tippin read aloud the following:
PROCLAMATION
DESIGNATING MAY 9 - 13,1:994
AS
TEACHER APPRECIATION WEEK
WHEREAS, a strong, effective system of free public
education for all children and youth is essential to our
democratic system of government; and
WHEREAS, the Indian River County School system has made
considerable progress in the social, technological and scientific
fields due to our system of free and universal public education;
and
'WHEREAS, much of this progress can be attributed to the
qualified and dedicated teachers entrusted with educational
development of our children and their full potentials; and
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WHEREAS, teachers should be accorded high public
esteem, reflecting the value that the community places on public
education; and.
WHEREAS, it is appropriate that teachers be recognized
for their dedication and commitment to educating their students:
NOW, THEREFORE, B9 IT PROCLAIMED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS OF INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA that the week of
May 9 through.May 13, 1994 be designated as
TEACHER APPRECIATION WEEK
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in Indian River County, Florida, and the Board urges all citizens
,.to pay tribute to our public school teachers.
Adopted this 3 day of May, 1994.
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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA
John' -W. Tippin', 4Chairman
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PROCLAMATIONS
Chairman Tippin read aloud the following Proclamation and
presented it to John Orcutt:
P R O C L A M A T I O N
HONORING JOHN D. ORCUTT, JR., Ph.D.
FOR OUTSTANDING SERVICE ON THE
ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL HEARING BOARD
WHEREAS, John D. Orcutt, Jr. has served on the Environmental
Control Hearing Board since its inception in 1985 until April,
1994; and
WHEREAS, the Environmental Control Hearing Board provides
local government an effective mechanism to hear cases and solve
environmental problems with minimum of time and cost to the
taxpayers, and John has served on this board with distinction and
dedication of his time and efforts to make this a better
community for all residents; and
WHEREAS, John has proven to be a valuable, community
conscious citizen by also volunteering many hours to other
community projects and boards-, including the- county's Land
Acquisition Advisory Committee:
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS OF INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA that the Board
expresses its deep appreciation for the services- of JOHN D.
ORCUTT, JR. on behalf of Indian River County.
The Board further extends our heartfelt wishes for John's
success in his future endeavors.
Dated this 3 day of May, 1944.
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA
John 14. ippih j " irman
Mr. Orcutt thanked the Board for allowing him to participate
in government. It gave him the opportunity to see how difficult it
is to run a County.
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APPROVAL OF MINUTES
The Chairman asked if there were any additions or corrections
to the Minutes of the Special Meeting of March 31, 1994. There
were none.
ON MOTION by Commissioner Eggert, SECONDED by
Commissioner Macht, the Board approved the Minutes
of the Special Meeting of March 31, 1994, as
written.
The Chairman asked if there were any additions or corrections
to the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of April 5, 1994. There were
none.
ON MOTION by Commissioner Eggert, SECONDED by
Commissioner Adams, the Board approved the Minutes
of the Regular Meeting of April 5, 1994, as written.
CONSENT AGENDA
Commissioner Adams requested the addition of Item I. to the
Consent Agenda, and Commissioner Eggert requested removal of Item
H. for discussion. _
A. Amendment'of Elections Budget
The Board reviewed memo from Supervisor of Elections Ann
Robinson dated April 27, 1994:
April 27, 1994
TO: HON. JOHN TIPPIN, CHAIRMAN, BCC
FROM: ANN ROBINSON, SUPERVISOR OF ELECTIONS ML
RE: ITEM FOR BCC CONSENT AGENDA ON MAY 3, 1994
(Amend elections budget to accept money from cities)
All of the municipalities that held elections on March 8
have reimbursed us for the expenses of administering their
elections. Please vote to amend the elections budget to
allow us to accept this -money as follows:
City of Fellsmere $ 1,691
City of Sebastian "5,934
City of Vero Beach 10,012
TOTAL TT7,6 37.
ON- MOTION by Commissioner Eggert, SECONDED by
Commissioner Adams, the Board unanimously amended
the elections budget to accept reimbursement from
the municipalities as set out in staff Is memorandum.
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B. Progress Report and Reimbursement Invoice 1994 Planning Grant
Invoice #1
The Board reviewed memo from Long -Range Planning Chief Sasan
Rohani dated April 21, 1994:
TO: James E. Chandler
County Administrator
.DEPARTMENT HEAD CONCURRENCE
Robert Re t , A
Community Developme Director
FROM: Sasan Rohani, AICP 1;:-9.
Chief, Long -Range Planning
DATE: April 21, 1994
RE: PROGRESS REPORT & REIMBURSEMENT INVOICE
1994 PLANNING GRANT INVOICE #1
It is requested that the data herein presented be given formal
consideration by the Board of County Commissioners at their regular
meeting of May -3, 1994.
DESCRIPTION AND CONDITIONS
It is required, as part of the Transportation Disadvantaged (TD)
Planning Grant contract between the Indian River County Board of
County Commissioners (BCC) as the Designated Official Planning
Agency (DOPA) and the State of Florida Transportation Disadvantaged
Commission (TDC), that periodic progress reports and reimbursement
invoices be submitted. To comply with the TDC Is requirements,
staff has prepared a progress report and invoice for the period
from January 1, 1994 to March 31, 1994.
For the 1994 planning grant period, the invoice and progress report
represent the first submittal. This progress report and applicable
finished products, such as the Local Coordinating. Board (LCB)
meeting minutes, by-laws, etc., are required' ta,40-company all
reimbursement invoices. i.
Attached for your review is a copy of draft invoice #1 and the
progress report. This report, along with the appropriate
supporting documents, will be submitted to the TDC upon the Board
of County Commissioners/DOPA approval.
On April 21, 1994, the Transportation Disadvantaged Local
Coordinating Board (TDLCB) reviewed and approved the attached
progress report and invoice. At that time, the TDLCB recommended
that the Board of County Commissioners, in its capacity as the
Transportation Disadvantaged Program Designated Official Planning
Agency (DOPA), approve the attached progress report and invoice and
forward these to the TDC.
ALTERNATIVES AND ANALYSIS
Attached is a copy of the progress report and invoice for the
January 1, 1994 to March 31, 1994 period.
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Finished products such as.the TDLCB meeting minutes, by-laws, and
reports are required to accompany all reimbursement invoices.
These materials will be submitted to the state along with the
reimbursement invoice and the progress report.
The BCC/DOPA's alternatives are either to approve the transmittal
of the Progress Report and reimbursement invoice as submitted, to
approve transmittal of the Progress Report and invoice with
revisions, or to deny the transmittal of the Progress Report and
reimbursement invoice to the state.
RECOMMENDATION
The TDLCB and the staff recommend that the Board of County
Commissioners/DOPA approve the Progress Report and reimbursement
invoice #1, and direct staff to transmit the report and the invoice
to the State of Florida Transportation Disadvantaged Commission.
ON MOTION by Commissioner Eggert, SECONDED by
Commissioner Adams, the Board unanimously approved
the Progress Report and reimbursement Invoice #1 and
directed staff to transmit the report and the
invoice to the State of Florida Transportation
Disadvantaged Commission.
C. R. Jack Krovocheck Request for Final Plat Approval for Sunset
Point Subdivision
The Board reviewed memo from Current Development Senior
Planner John W. McCoy dated April 26, 1994:
TO: James E. Chandler
County Administrator
DIVISION HEAD CONCURRENCE:
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Robert M. Kedting, AICP
Community Development Director
THROUGH: Stan Boling, AICP
Planning Director
FROM: John W. McCoy, AICP/�0ft\
Senior Planner, Current Development
DATE: April 26, 1994
SUBJECT: R. Jack Krovoch®ck's Request for Final Plat Approval for
. Sunset Point Subdivision SD -93-02-02
It is requested that the data herein presented be given formal
consideration by the Board of County Commissioners at its regular
meeting of May 3, 1994.
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Finished products such as.the TDLCB meeting minutes, by-laws, and
reports are required to accompany all reimbursement invoices.
These materials will be submitted to the state along with the
reimbursement invoice and the progress report.
The BCC/DOPA's alternatives are either to approve the transmittal
of the Progress Report and reimbursement invoice as submitted, to
approve transmittal of the Progress Report and invoice with
revisions, or to deny the transmittal of the Progress Report and
reimbursement invoice to the state.
RECOMMENDATION
The TDLCB and the staff recommend that the Board of County
Commissioners/DOPA approve the Progress Report and reimbursement
invoice #1, and direct staff to transmit the report and the invoice
to the State of Florida Transportation Disadvantaged Commission.
ON MOTION by Commissioner Eggert, SECONDED by
Commissioner Adams, the Board unanimously approved
the Progress Report and reimbursement Invoice #1 and
directed staff to transmit the report and the
invoice to the State of Florida Transportation
Disadvantaged Commission.
C. R. Jack Krovocheck Request for Final Plat Approval for Sunset
Point Subdivision
The Board reviewed memo from Current Development Senior
Planner John W. McCoy dated April 26, 1994:
TO: James E. Chandler
County Administrator
DIVISION HEAD CONCURRENCE:
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Robert M. Kedting, AICP
Community Development Director
THROUGH: Stan Boling, AICP
Planning Director
FROM: John W. McCoy, AICP/�0ft\
Senior Planner, Current Development
DATE: April 26, 1994
SUBJECT: R. Jack Krovoch®ck's Request for Final Plat Approval for
. Sunset Point Subdivision SD -93-02-02
It is requested that the data herein presented be given formal
consideration by the Board of County Commissioners at its regular
meeting of May 3, 1994.
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DESCRIPTION AND CONDITIONS:
The Sunset Point Subdivision is a 7 lot subdivision of a 4.66 acre
parcel of land located on south S.R. A -1-A between River Ridge
Subdivision and Shorelands West Subdivision. The subject property
is zoned RS -3, Residential Single Family District (up to 3 units
per acre) and has a land use designation of L-1, Low -Density 1 (up
to 3 units per acre). The density .for the subdivision is 1.44
units per acre.
On December 10, 1992, the Planning and Zoning Commission granted
preliminary plat approval for the Sunset Point Subdivision. The
developer, Jack Krovocheck, subsequently obtained a land
development permit and has completed construction of the
subdivision improvements. The developer is now requesting final
plat approval and has submitted the following:
1. A final plat .in conformance with the approved preliminary
plat.
2. A certificate of completion for all required improvements.
ANALYSIS:
All required subdivision improvements have been completed by the
developer and the developer has obtained a certificate of
completion certifying that all required improvements are complete
and acceptable. All proposed subdivision improvements are
privately dedicated with the exception of the utility system which
is separately warranted through the City of Vero Beach Utilities
Department. Therefore, no warranty maintenance agreement is
required. All requirements of final plat approval are satisfied.
RECOMMENDATION:
Given the above analysis, staff recommends that the Board of County
Commissioners grant final plat approval for Sunset Point
Subdivision.
ON MOTION by Commissioner Eggert, SECONDED by
Commissioner Adams, the Board unanimously granted
final plat approval for Sunset Point Subdivision, as
recommended by staff.
D. Award Annual Bid #4067 for Seeding and Mulching
The Board reviewed memo from Purchasing Manager Fran Boynton
Powell dated April 20, 1994:
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DATE: April 20, 1994
TO: BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
THRU: James E. Chandler, County Administrator
H.T. "Sonny" Dean, Director
General Services A
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FROM: Fran Boynton Powell, Purchasing ManageAfp
SUBJ: Award Annual Bid #4067/Seeding and Mulching
Public Works/Road and Bridge
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
Bid Opening Date: March 16, 1994
Advertising Dates: March 9, 1994
Specifications Mailed to: Thirteen (13) Vendors
Replies: Two (2) Vendors
VENDOR COST PER ACRE
East Coast Sod & Landscape $870.00/acre
Ft Pierce, F1
South Florida Grassing $968.00/acre
Hobe Sound, FL
SOURCE OF FUNDS Road & Bridge Contractual Services
Road & Bridge Landscaping Material
ESTIMATED BUDGET $8,000.00
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends the following:
1. Award the bid to East Coast Sod A Landscaping as the
low bid for Seeding and Mulching.
2. Establish an open end contract with East Coast Sod &
Landscaping with a not to exceed amount of $8,000
during the contract period.
3. Authorize the Purchasing Manager to renew this
contract subject to satisfactory performance, zero
cost increase, vendor acceptance, and 'the
determination that renewal is in the best interest of
the County. -
ON, MOTION by Commissioner Eggert, SECONDED by
Commissioner Adams, the Board- unanimously awarded
Bid #4067 to East Coast Sod & Landscaping as set out
in staff's memorandum.
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E. Miscellaneous Budget'Amendment #015
The Board reviewed memo from OMB Director Joe Baird dated
April 27, 1994:
TO: Members of the Board
of County Commissioners
DATE: April 27, 1994
SUBJECT: MISCELLANEOUS BUDGET AMENDMENT 015
CONSENT AGENDA
FROM: Joseph A. B
OMB Directo
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DESCRIPTION AND CONDITIONS
The attached budget amendment is to appropriate funding for the following:
1. At their January 4, 1994 meeting, the Board of County Commissioners approved
amendment # 1 for the indoor air quality study for the County Administration
Building by Gee & Jenson in the amount of $10,750. This appropriates the
funding.
2. Donations for books have been received by the North County Library. This
.amendment allocates the donations.
3. This amendment to Emergency Services District Fire Department budget is for
reimbursing firefighters for back pay of overtime amounting to $12,796 plus
$4,763 for associated benefits due to the Fair Labor Standards Act (FISA).
4. This is to authorize the transfer of funds for the purc$ase of a computer for the
Board of County Commissioners office.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the Board of County Commissioners approve the attached budget
amendment number 014.
ON MOTION by Commissioner Eggert, SECONDED by
Commissioner Adams, the Board unanimously approved
Budget Amendment No. 015:
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FROM: - Joseph A. Baird
OMB Director
BUDGET AMENDMENT: 015
DATE: ARn127, 1994
Entry
Number
Funds/Department/Account Name
Account Number
Increase
Decrease
1.
EXPENSE - -
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General Fund/Building and Grounds
Other Professional Services
001-220-519-033.19
$10,750
$0
Reserve for Contingency
001-199-581-099.91
$0
$10,750
2.
REVENUE
General Fund/North County Library
Donations N. Cty. Library
001-000-366-097.00
$1,584
$0
Donations -N. Cty. Library - Books
001-000-366-100.00
$1,303
$0
EXPENSE
General Fund/North County Library
Children Books
001-112-571-038.11
$865
$0
Books
001-112-571-035.45
$2,022
$0
3.
EXPENSE
Emergency Services District -Fire
Overtime
114-120-522-011.14
$12,796
$0
Social Security
114-120-522-012.11
$794
$0
Retirement
114-120-522-012.12
$3,464
$0
Worker's Compensation
114-120-522-012.14
$319
$0
Medicare Matching
114-120-522-012.17
$186
$0
Reserve for Contingency
114-120-522-099.91
$0
$17,559
4.
EXPENSE
General Fund/BCC
Office Furniture & Equipment
001-101-511-066.41
$2,800
$0
Postage
001-101-511-034.21
$0
$2,800
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F. Release of Utility Liens
The Board reviewed memo from Lea R. Keller, CLA, dated April
27, 1994:
TO: BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
FROM: Lea R. Keller, CIA, County Attorney's Office
DATE: April 27, 1994
RE:
RELEASE OF UTILITY LIENS
The
attached lien releases are
in proper form for the Board of County
Commissioners to authorize the
Chairman to sign so that they can be
recorded. The names and projects are:
1.
Satisfaction of Impact Fee
Extensions:
BEASLEY
DUPREE
FREEMAN
REES
REAGAN (2)
2.
Blue Cypress Lake Sewer Project:
WILLIAMS/WHITLEY
3.
8th Street Water Project:
DONNELLY, JR.
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4.
Phase I Water Project:
BELLO
BEASLEY
5.
Phase III Water Project:
FAFEITA
6.
12th Street Water Project:
FREEMAN
7.
Phase II Water Project:
AHRENS
ALBRITTON
BEELER
CONNIFF
GRAN
'DINSMORE
DOUTRICH
COINS
McCANDLESS
MONTEMURRO
MEADOWS
OWEN/NOVAK
RAUTIOLA
REES
SODERLUND
TREACY
WILLIAMS
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ON MOTION by Commissioner Eggert, SECONDED by
Commissioner Adams, the Board unanimously approved
the releases of liens and satisfactions of impact
fee extensions as listed in staff's memorandum-.
SAID SATISFACTIONS AND RELEASES
ARE RECORDED IN THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF INDIAN RIVER COUNTY
G. Reauest to Set Public Hearing Date for Ordinance Amending
Sections 307.04 and 307.06 of County Code
The Board reviewed memo from Assistant County Attorney Terry
O'Brien dated April 22, 1994:
TO: Board of County Commissioners
FROM: Terrence P. O'Brien, Assistant County Attorney
DATE: April 22, 1994
SUBJECT: PROPOSED ORDINANCE ENTITLED:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS OF INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, AMENDING
SECTIONS 307.04 AND 307.06 OF - THE INDIAN RIVER
COUNTY CODE TO PLACE ADDITIONAL RESTRICTIONS ON
COUNTY PARKING FACILITIES.
The attached ordinance has been prepared amending Sections 307.04
and 307.06 to provide for specific regulations with respect to the use of
County owned or leased parking areas.
A public hearing date of May 24, 1994 is suggested.
ON MOTION by Commissioner Eggert, SECONDED by
Commissioner Adams, the Board unanimously set a
public hearing on May 24, 1994 to consider an
ordinance amending Sections 307.04 and 308.08 of the
Code to place additional restrictions on County
parking facilities.
H. Request to Set Public Hearing Date for Ordinance Amending
Chapter 400 of County Code
The Board reviewed memo from Assistant County Attorney Terry
O'Brien dated April 21, 1994:
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TO: Board of County Commissioners
FROM: Terrence P. O'Brien, Assistant County Attorney
DATE: April 21, 1994
SUBJECT: PROPOSED ORDINANCE ENTITLED:
AN ORDINANCE OF INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA
AMENDING CHAPTER 400 OF THE INDIAN RIVER COUNTY
CODE WITH RESPECT TO CATEGORIES OF SKILLS
REQUIRING _ A COMPETENCY CARD, ESTABLISHING A
PREREQUISITE FOR ACTIONS AGAINST A REGISTERED
CONTRACTOR, AND CREATING A PRESUMPTION OF
WORKING FOR COMPENSATION.
The attached ordinance has been prepared amending Chapter 400 to
provide for certain procedures governing the regulation of contractors.
A public hearing date of May 24, 1994 is suggested.
Commissioner Eggert led discussion regarding the categories
tested by Block and Associates, and that counties to the north and
south of us do not require the exams for every category. She asked
whether there has been any discussion regarding that.
Building Director Ester Rymer responded that our list of
categories corresponds with most of the counties. Brevard County
does not include the specialty contractors, but for the most part
we are all in agreement with the Block and Associates categories.
Commissioner Eggert reported that the question does come up,
and we can handle those type questions at the public hearing.
ON MOTION by Commissioner Eggert, SECONDED by
Commissioner Adams, the Board unanim�tzly scheduled
a public hearing on May 24, 1994 'to consider an
ordinance amending Chapter 400 of the Code with
respect to Categories of Skills requiring a
competency card, establishing a prerequisite for
actions against a contractor and creating a
presumption of working for compensation.
I. Appointment of Al Mitchell to Beach and Shore Preservation
Advisory Committee
ON MOTION by Commissioner Eggert, SECONDED by
Commissioner Adams, the Board unanimously appointed
Al Mitchell to the Beach and Shore Preservation
Advisory Committee.
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PUBLIC DISCUSSION — PRESENTATION OF ANNUAL REPORT OF TREASURE COAST
PRIVATE INDUSTRY COUNCIL BY NAN GRIGGS
Nan Griggs, executive director of the Treasure Coast Private
Industry Council, made the following presentation:
The Treasure Coast Private Industry Council is a non-profit
corporation of private business, community, government and
education leaders who volunteer hundreds of hours to develop
and implement employment and training programs, using federal
funds awarded under the Job Training Partnership Act (JTPA).
These programs are designed to serve the economically disad-
vantaged and others with barriers to employment. The PIC's
goal is to provide well-trained workers whose productivity adds
to the local economy.
To accomplish this task, we work in partnership with busi-
ness, local educational agencies, community-based organiza-
tions, state and federal agencies, chambers of commerce, and
economic development groups. Through our associations with
these groups, we identify community. needs as they gelate to
employment and deliver appropriate training programs and ser-
vices to meet those needs.
We began the year with three major goals:
• Increase the number of individuals who receive and complete long-term training
• Increase the number of individuals with specific barriers to employment who successfully complete a
JTPA program
• Increase the number of at -risk youth who receive services and successfully complete a JTPA program.
As we complete the year, I can report that we served the largest number of eligible individuals ever served in
a single year. The percentage of those individuals who were most in need of services and the number of participants
enrolled into long-term training increased. A new program site was established at Port St. Lucie High School where
an additional 180 at -risk youth were enrolled in a computer-assisted, remediation lab. In addition, enrollments into
the Summer Youth Employment and Training Program (SYETP) were increased to provide summer employment
and academic enrichment for more at -risk youth during summer vacation.
During the year, the PIC increased its community -involvement by cosponsoring the third annual education
summit and a minority business workshop. Through these- activities the PIC acted as an agent for change,
encouraging educational reform as well as the development and expansion of business.
I would like to take this opportunity to thank members of the council and our business and community partners
who make the PIC successful. It is their devotion to the betterment of their community that makes it possible for
the PIC to meet its goals and fulfill its mission.
From July 1, 1992 through June 30, 1993, we provided
services to more than 37(x) people. Ouremphogsis during the year
was on long-term training which included a series of activities
and programs that equipped the participant with job skills and
other skills and habits which contribute to lifelong learning.
Forty three percent of our job training participants were enrolled
in classroom training designed to result in an occupational degree
or. certification. The majority of these participants are still
enrolled in training today, continuing to work toward their goal.
Only through the assistance of our local training partners could
we be making the changes in people's lives that we are.
Early in the year, we instituted a new competency -based on-
the-job training program. Beginning with 25 training plans, staff
worked jointly with local employers to develop 48 additional
plans directly related to local employment. Using these plans,
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individuals have been trained in a variety of occupations from truck driver -to architectural drafter. These plans
guarantee that trainees learn the specific skills needed to be productive in the career of their choice. The competency
of the trainee in each skill is certified by the employer. We want to thank all the employers who helped us to set
up our competency system and those who have trained individuals for us throughout the year. Their time and effort
is making a difference for our community and the people in it.
This year we placed an emphasis on increasing services to individuals considered to be most in need of PIC's
programs because of barriers to employment. To meet the special needs of these participants, we instituted a variety
of workshops designed to teach life skills and to remove artificial and real barriers to employment.
Layoffs and plant closings increased the number of dislocated workers served by nearly 100% over last year.
Although there have been minor signs of improvement in the local economy, there are still several major layoffs
scheduled in the future. To better meet the needs of those laid -off, we are opening a Career Transition Center where
dislocated workers can receive relocation assistance. Due to the poor economy and high unemployment, placement
of adults fell 9% from last year, however, wages for participants placed into employment Lose nearly $1.00 per hour
over previous entry level wages.
This year, once again, the Treasure Coast Private Industry Council was recognized nationally as the outstanding
Private Industry Council, this time by the National Alliance of Business who stated that we run an "exemplary
program that helps build a quality workforce in America". We were also awarded a" DTPA Award of Excellence"
by the National Association of Counties for the SCOPE program, an alternative program for school dropouts
operated jointly with the Martin County School District and, in turn., were recognized by the Martin County School
Board as an "Outstanding Business Partner."
Commissioner Bird commended the Treasure Coast Private
Industry Council (PIC) for their important work. He stated -that he
attends the workshops and continues to be impressed by the
dedication and tenacity of the PIC. He requested adoption of the
resolution in support of keeping management and control of work
force employment and training at the local level.
ON MOTION by Commissioner Adams, SECONDED- by
Commissioner Eggert, the Board unanimously adopted
Resolution 94-63-A, in support of keplAng management
and control of work force employment and training at
the local level.
RESOLUTION NO. 94- 63-A
A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF. COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS OF INDIAN RIVER COUNTY,
FLORIDA, IN SUPPORT OF KEEPING MANAGEMENT
AND CONTROL OF WORK FORCE EMPLOYMENT AND
TRAINING AT THE LOCAL LEVEL.
WHEREAS, work force investment legislation pending at the national level
may place the decision of oversight for local work force development and
employment and training strategies in the hands of the Governor of the state
of Florida; and
WHEREAS, at both the national and state level, changes are being
discussed which affect the delivery of employment and training services to
the people of Indian River County; and
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WHEREAS, for the past ten years Indian River County has participated
in a consortium with Martin and St. Lucie counties in the state of Florida to
oversee the delivery of employment and training services; and
WHEREAS, the above consortium of local elected officials has selected
and approved a partnership of local business, education, and community
i leaders called the Treasure Coast Private Industry Council to manage and
oversee the delivery of local employment and training services; and
WHEREAS, the Treasure Coast Private Industry Council has been
recognized nationally by the President, the National Alliance of Business,
and the National Association of Counties, as well as locally and statewide as
an outstanding deliverer of employment and training services;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS OF INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA,' that the following
premises are important in national and state legislation and we support these
premises: .
1. -That management and control of the employment and training system
must continue to be placed at the local level through the local elected -
officials who have forged partnership with business, education, and
other community groups to manage and oversee those efforts; and
2. That equity 'of service to all unemployed, those laid off from employment
and those with barriers to employment, be a cornerstone of national
legislation; and
3. That collaboration of local partners is essential to the team building that
is required to reshape the employment and training system of the
nation; and
4. That building on strengths already in place will avoid duplication and
fragmentation of work force development initiatives.
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA, that in support of these premises the
Board of County Commissioners has designated the Treasure Coast Private
Industry Council as the oversight board for work force investment and
employment and training strategies .within Indian River County and requests
the Governor of the State of Florida and the Florida Congressional Delegation
to support this designation.
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RESOLUTION NO. 94- 6 3 - A
The resolution was moved for adoption by Commissioner Adams
and the motion was seconded by Commissioner E g g e r t , and, upon being
put to a vote, the vote was as follows:
Chairman John W. Tippin Aye
Vice Chairman Kenneth R. Macht Aye
Commissioner Richard N. Bird Aye
Commissioner Carolyn K. Eggert Aye
Commissioner Fran B. Adams Aye
The Chairman thereupon declared the resolution duly passed and
adopted this 3 day of May , 1994.
Jeffrey K. Barton, Clerk
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA
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John W . T p n
Chairman
PUBLIC DISCUSSION - REQUEST BY FRANK ZORC TO DISCUSS PEP REEF
PROJECT
Frank Zorc, 2044 DeLeon Avenue, 35 -year resident and taxpayer
of Indian River County, objected to tax mpnies being used for the
PEP reef. He commended Commissioner Adams for the work that has
been done on this project, but he considered the PEP reef a
substitute for the sandpumping project, which was to have been paid
for by beachfront property owners. He recalled that on two
occasions, voters defeated the use of tax dollars for beach
restoration. He argued that only the beachfront property owners
benefit from beach restoration. He asked whether the County is
protected if the reef must be removed and whether the contractor
will be responsible for that removal. Mr. Zorc suggested that the
Board look into the subject of a bond with the contractor for
removal of the reef if that should become necessary.
Commissioner Macht stated that he supported the PEP reef
project because it benefits everyone. The beachfront property
owners may receive more benefit because their properties are
protected from storms, but even that secondarily benefits all of us
because if that property were destroyed by the action of the ocean,
ad valorem taxes derived from those properties would be lost. Our
community is a beachfront community and everyone in the county
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benefits from beach restoration. The greatest concentration of
tourist tax dollars is in the City of Vero Beach. Our beaches
attract tourists but are used by.the permanent residents of the
county as well. Our tourist industry would be greatly crippled
without beaches. This Board made a decision to dedicate the third
cent of the tourist tax to the reef project so the reef will not be
paid for with ad valorem tax dollars.
Commissioner Adams clarified that the PEP reef is not a
substitute for sandpumping and is not a substitute for dewatering,
which followed sandpumping. The reef is an independent project
that was decided on because we saw there was a problem with coastal
erosion in our area. She agreed that the beachfront property owner
receives the most direct benefit, but there is no question that
storm protection for the beaches benefits everyone. Maintaining
our beaches is as important as maintaining our infrastructure. We
maintain our roads, we must maintain our beaches. The property
owners contribute not only tourist tax dollars but also sales tax
dollars and -ad valorem tax dollars. We have differing opinions,
but in a forum like the BCC we express our opinions, reach a
decision, and go forward. Commissioner Adams stated that she is
heading the reef project with Coastal Engineer Don Donaldson and
with the aid of other staff, and she refuses to hire consultants.
It will take time, but eventually there will be a management system
to which beachfront property owners will contribute: What we are
doing is not perfect, but it is the direction we have chosen. We
are doing our best to implement it and to protect our money as well
as the beaches for the property owners and for inland people who
enjoy going to the beach for recreational benefit. If there is any
problem with the installation, American Coastal is liable for that.
If the State, after the 3 -year monitoring time, finds that we have
caused an adverse impact and orders us to remove the reef, we would
have to assume those costs. Commissioner Adams respected Mr.
Zorc's opinions and welcomed him to join in the project.
Commissioner Bird pointed out that tourist tax money is
generated exclusively from people staying overnight in hotel rooms
in Indian River County, and he felt that a major portion of the
money coming into that fund is generated along the oceanfront by
the hotels and motels in that area. The beachfront property owners
also are considerable contributors to our tax base because of the
value of that property. So the oceanfront property owners who
operate hotels and motels in that area contribute a good portion to
the cost of beach renourishment.
Commissioner Eggert pointed out that -lune restoration is being
done privately by the beachfront property owners in an effort to
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keep ahead of erosion, so the beachfront property owners are not
just sitting there doing nothing. They are working to protect
their dune while work is going on with the larger beach program,
but dune restoration also helps the beach as a whole.
PUBLIC DISCUSSION - REQUEST BY FRANK ZORC TO DISCUSS ST. FRANCIS
MANOR - ADDITION TO LEASE OF PORTION OF REMNANT VACANT PARCEL OF
LAND
Frank Zorc, 2044 DeLeon Avenue, stated that his original plan
was to request a lease from the County on a parcel of land near the
St. Francis Manor project. In the meantime, General Services
Director Sonny Dean informed.him that the subject land was deeded
to the City of Vero Beach in 1988 along with the old jail site and
the jail building. In addition, the conveyance had a reverter
clause wherein if the City of Vero Beach no longer needed the land,
it reverts back to the County. Mr. Zorc asked whether the Board is
willing to waive the reverter clause if the City agrees to lease
the land to St. Francis Manor.
The Board members agreed that Mr. Zorc should approach the
City of Vero Beach to get their consent, prior to coming before the
Board for consideration of the waiver.
PUBLIC DISCUSSION - REQUEST BY JERRY SMITH TO DISCIISS
INTERPRETATION OF 12108/92 DECISION OF BOARD REGARDING UTILITY
MATTER
The Board reviewed a letter from Jerry L. Smith; Sr., dated
April 28, 1994: °
Board of County Commissioners
Indian River County April 28, 1994
1840 25th Street
Vero Beach, F1. 32960
Dear Commissioners:.
This letter is a request to the Board of County
Commissioners of Indian River County to allow me to appear
before the Board on May 3, 1994, to discuss the intent of
their decision at the December 10, 1992, meeting in regard
to my water assessment. and the action Utilities
Director, Terry Pinto took on his own ignoring the ruling
of the Commission and making exceptions on properties
after the Public Hearing on water assessments had been
finalized.
Sincerely,
Jerry �L.Smith, Sr.
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Mr. Smith indicated the property on an enlarged map of the
area and described his interpretation of how the property should
have been measured for the assessment.
Utility Services Director Terry Pinto indicated on the map the
method used by the Utilities Services Department to arrive at the
assessment on Mr. Smith's property.
Commissioners Eggert and Bird recalled the hearing in December
and declared that their direction was followed exactly.
The Board members agreed that staff followed the directions of
the Board in measuring and assessing Mr. Smith's property.
SANDRIDGE GOLF COURSE NEW 18 AMENDMENT NO. 7
The Board reviewed memo from Capital Projects Manager Terry
Thompson dated March 28, 1994:
TO: James B. Chandler,
County Administrator °
TH80U13k: James W. Davis, P.B.,
Public Works Director.
FEW: Terry S. Thompson, P.B
Capital . '�
Projects Manage
SUBJECT: Sandridge Golf Course New 18
Amendment No. 7
DINTS: March 28, 1994 FILE: Golfamn7.agn
DNS CBIPTION Aw cmwman
8imley-Horn 4 Associates, Inc. is under contract with Indian giver
County to provide professional surveying, civil and structural
engineering services in all phases of the Sandridge Golf Course New
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The attached amendment provides for the following design services:
A. Preparation of a detailed plan to address hydrologic
enhancement of an existing 1.6 acre wetland.
B• Preparation of a modification application to the
Consumptive Use Permit ( CUP) to eliminate the requirement
to construct an earthen structure in the Lateral "G"
canal and to eliminate reference to Hobart Swim Lake for
Primary irrigation.
C. Preparation - of construction drawings and detailed
specifications for a wet Well and intake structure for
the existing diesel stormwater pump in the'Lateral "G"
canal.
The SJMW has issued the County a noncompliance letter for the
Management and Storage of Surf ace Waters MSSW
grtcwtedfeelthehydrological enhanmnt of an existin1.6acre ian
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has not been successful. Item A is required to bring the project
into compliance with the MON.permit. Items 2 and C are needed to
bring the project into compliance with the CUP. All the conditions
of the CUP must be met before any ground water can be withdrawn
from the irrigation wells.
Services for Amendment No. 7 will be perf armed on an hourly rate
basis using rates established in the Agreement up to a not-to-
eaceed amount of ;14,565. This, added to the current contract
amount of $117,423., will result in- a new contract amount of
;131,988.
INKEDATICKS AND PM
Staff recommends that the Board authorize theChairman
018.00. to sign the
attached Amendment No. 7. Funding is from Account 418-000-169
Commissioner Adams questioned the need for Item A, and asked
if there was an error in engineering the wetland.
Public Works Director Jim Davis advised that Bob Pitchford of
Kimley-Horn has been active during most of the life of the project
and could answer the Board's questions.
Bob Pitchford, vice president of Kimley-Horn & Associates,
confirmed that although he was not involved in the program
originally, he came on board a little bit later and carried out the
project through the consumptive use permitting. The -wetland in
question is a 1.6 acre wetland which existed adjacent to the
original golf course. There had been problems with that wetland
because of the work done by the drainage on the existing golf
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course. During the evaluation as to how. tonbuild'the new golf
course and allow the wetland to work, there was a decision to allow
this wetland to remain with no activity except the construction of
a cart path across that wetland. When the new golf course was
contoured, we allowed storm water off the golf course to run into
the wetland and enhance it in that manner. The permit that was
issued by St. Johns River Water Management District (SJRWMD) did
not require any monitoring of the wetland, and the basic permit did
not even reference it. SJRWMD did include it in a staff report as
a wetland that needed enhancement and that was about the end of it.
So the primary issue that the development team was dealing with was
that it was a perched wetland, which meant that it was higher than
normal, and there was a differential between the water level in the
lake which is just adjacent to this wetland and the actual floor of
the wetland, so it was impossible to enhance that wetland by the
lake system. The plan was to drain from the new golf course into
that wetland. When SJRWMD made their inspection of the littoral
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zones that we designed and planted, that inspection went well
except that the inspector found that wetland and decided it -is time
to assess it. That is when the letter came out saying, "It is not
performing like we expected." Since that time we have conferred
with staff to evaluate our options and what we can do to enhance
that wetland. One option is to lower the floor of the wetland.
There is about a 2-1/2 foot differential, which means you have to
dredge off six inches of organic matter on top, stockpile it,
remove two feet in order to get that wetland floor low enough to
match the water table in that area, and remove that excess dirt to
some other location. We felt that was onerous and very expensive.
With environmental scientist, Ed Weinberg, it was decided that a
better approach would be to utilize the existing golf course
irrigation system with an automatic valve to provide water to the
wetland. SJRWMD basically agreed to that plan, but once that work
is accomplished they want it to be monitored from that point on.
Commissioner Bird recalled that he looked at this site before
we built this golf course, and a person could walk across any part
of it and never get the soles of his feet wet. It did not bear any
resemblance to any kind of wetland he has ever seen, but it was
definitely a depressed area in the middle of a fairly high 40 -acre
area. Commissioner Bird recalled that he questioned whether it was
a wetland, but SJRWMD and the other experts came out and said they
felt it is. -So we constructed- a very expensive elevated bridge
across it in order to preserve _it, and today that wetland is
flourishing. Commissioner Bird did not know what kinds of plants
or animals are in that wetland, but it is tremendously overgrown,
much more than it was before we started. He advised that SJRWMD
came back and said, "Well, yeah, it's better than it was and it's
got a lot of plants and a lot of critters in it, but it's not
exactly what we had in mind. We think it ought to have more of a
wetland -type variety plant." Commissioner Bird felt that they now
want us to go in, after the fact, and enhance it way above and
beyond what it ever was to start with. Commissioner Bird agreed to
do whatever it takes to appease SJRWMD, without expending a
tremendous amount of money and without disrupting the play on the
golf course. Commissioner Adams asked if that enhancement
involves the plants or the quality of water we put out there.
Mr. Pitchford responded that it involves both. We are putting
the water in a wetland area in a flooded zone. It is not spray
irrigated: It will have an automatic valve to flood the wetland
and it will be monitored by the golf course staff to keep 6 to 12
inches of water in that wetland from this point on. We also have
begun removal of some of the unwanted species using inmate labor.
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ON MOTION by Commissioner Eggert, SECONDED by
Commissioner Macht, the Board unanimously approved
Amendment 7 to the contract with Kimley-Horn' &
Associates, Inc., in the amount of $14,565, as
recommended by staff.
AMENDMENT 7 TO THE CONTRACT
IS ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF CLERK TO THE BOARD
OSLO ROAD WIDENING. WORK ORDER NO. 3
Public Works Director Jim Davis made the following
presentation:
TO: James E. Chandler
County Administrator
THROUGH: James W. Davis, P.E.
Public Works Director-
FROM: Terry B. Thompson, P. .
Capital Projects Manager
SUBJECT: Oslo Road Widening
Work Order No. .3
DATE: April 22, 1994
DESCRIPTION AND CONDITIONS
Kimley-Horn has recently completed the design of improvements to Oslo Road
from US 1 to 500 feet west of Old Dixie. The attached Work Order No. 3
provides for the widening of Oslo Road to a three lane section 500 feet
west of Old Dixie to Timber Ridge. The project is approximately 1050 feet
long and includes the design of a transition from a five lane section to
a three lane section at the east end of the project.
In December 1990, County staff negotiated with Kimley-Horn to provide
design services for this project. The project was never brought to the
Board because staff felt the negotiated price of $66,000 was toohigh.
Since that time, the County has surveyed the project limits and input the
data on computer based plan and profile drawings. By providing this data
to Kimley-Horn we were able to renegotiate the design cost to $22,528.
ALTERNATIVES AND ANALYSIS
The alternatives are as follows:
Alternative No. 1 f.
Approve the attache& -Work Order No. 3 between Kimley-Horn and
Indian River County in the amount of $22,528.
Alternative No. 2
Issue a request for proposals and select a firm to perform the
services in accordance with CCNA. This alternative will delay
project implementation and may result in a higher cost.
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RECOMMMATIONS AND FONDING
It is recommended that Alternative No. 1 be accepted, whereby the attached
Work Order No. 3 is approved. Funding is from Account 101-156-541-067.25.
ON MOTION by Commissioner Adams, SECONDED by
Commissioner Eggert, the Board unanimously approved
Work Order No. 3 to Kimley-Horn for design services
at a cost of $22,528, as recommended in Alternative
No. 1.
WORK ORDER NO. 3
IS ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF CLERK TO THE BOARD
CONSULTING SERVICES FOR THE REPLACEMENT OF THE 43RD- AVENUE BRIDGE
OVER THE MAIN RELIEF CANAL - FINAL PAYMENT TO WILLIAMS, HATFIELD &
STONER
Public Works Director Jim Davis made the
presentation:
following -
TO: James Chandler
County Administrator
THROUGH: James W. Davis, P.E.
Public Works Director
FROM: Roger D. Cain, P.E, r✓
County Engineer
SUBJECT: Consulting Services for the Replacement of the 43rd Avenue Bridge over the Main
Relief Canal - Williams, Hatfield & Stoner - Final Payment
DATE: April 21, 1994
This bridge has been completed and is constructed. The consultant was to provide some
construction services during construction, which he has done, and is now submitting a final pay
request for this project. The original contract was for $71,400.00, one addendum was approved
making the total agreement for $74,147.50. The total of the payments made so far is $72,277.50,
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on the county's part, with $1740.00 to be paid by utilities for relocation. The final amount, including
release of retainage to be paid to the consultant, is $1,870.00
Alternative No. 1 I - Pay the final payment and release the retainage in the amount of $1,870.00.
Alternative No. 2 - Not to make final payment and release and continue to hold retainage.
Public Works is recommending that because of the satisfactory completion of the consulting services
agreement, the final payment and retainage should be released to the consultant, Williams, Hatfield
and Stoner in the amount of $1,870.00. Funding to be from Account No. 101-158-541-067.60.
ON MOTION by Commissioner Macht, SECONDED by
Commissioner Adams, the Board unanimously released
the final payment and retainage to Williams,
Hatfield and Stoner in the amount of $1,870.00, as
recommended by staff.:`
WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT CONTINUING SERVICES
Capital Projects Engineer Bill McCain made the following
presentation:
DATE: April 25, 1994
TO: JAMES E. CHANDLER
COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
FROM: TERRANCE G. PINTO //
DIRECTOR OF UTILI*/
PREPARED WILLIAM F. M CAIX_
AND STAFFED CAPITAL P ENGINEER
BY: DEPAR UTI ITY SERVICES
SUBJECT: WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT CONTINUING SERVICES
IRC PROJECT NO. US -94 -08 -CO
BACKGROUND
On November 24, 1992 the Indian River County Board of County
Commissioners approved the selection of Camp Dresser & McKee, Inc.
as the consultants for our Wastewater Treatment Plant continuing
services contract. -(See attached agenda item and minutes.) The
authorization for the first year work has been completed along with
the submittal of the year end annual report. (See attachment A)
The Utilities Department is satisfied with the level of service we
have received from CDM and wish to renew their contract for an
_additional year. (See attached copy of year end report)
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ANALYSIS
'In this contract, we have revised the inspections from bimonthly to
quarterly with an increase in the detail level of the reporting.
We have also increased the amount of operator training required.
For details see attachment "B" of the proposed service contract.
The cost for the services performed this year is as follows:
Quarterly & Annual reporting $23,100.00
Operator training 26,252.00
Emergency Engineering services 10,000.00
Total proposed costs $59,352.00
For details of service costs see attachment "C" of the attached
contract. Funds for this work will be from account number 471-218-
536-033.13.
RECOMMENDATION
The staff of the Department of Utility Services recommends that the
Board of County Commissioners approve the proposed work
authorization with Camp, Dresser, McKee, Inc. as presented.
Commissioner Eggert asked whether we used emergency
engineering services in the last year, and Mr. McCain responded
that we spent in the range of $5,000
Commissioners Eggert and Adams led discussion regarding the
number of operators to be trained and the estimated costs.
Mr. McCain could not give specific numbers of operators but
the proposal is for Camp, Dresser & McKee, Inc., (CDM) to provide
training in two areas, B.iosolids Treatment and Disposal and
Effluent Treatment and Disposal. CDM will prepare lesson plans for
the other areas of the training program and the training will be
done within the Department, including refresher courses. Mr.
McCain advised that most of the training has been provided at the
TREEO Center in Gainesville, and that has become quite expensive.
Commissioner Adams felt we can send them to Indian River
Community College or Brevard Community College for a lot less. She
preferred to see more details and a comparison of course works and
costs. She felt there must be textbooks and manufacturers'
instruction books available.
Commissioner Adams asked about the monthly and quarterly
reports, and Mr. McCain responded that staff supplies monthly
reports. CDM makes quarterly inspections and prepares quarterly
reports.
ON MOTION by Commissioner Adams, SECONDED by
Commissioner Macht, the Board unanimously deferred
this item and directed staff to present a comparison
of costs for operator training as presented in the
Wastewater Treatment Plant Continuing Services
proposed work authorization with- Camp, Dresser &
McKee, Inc.
EP:
SUNSHINE TRAVEL RESORT CHANGE ORDER NO. 1 AND WORK AUTHORIZATION
NO. 2
The Board reviewed memo from Utility Services Director Terry
Pinto dated April 18, 1994:
DATE: APRIL 181 1994
TO: JAMES E. CHANDLER
COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
FROM: TERRANCE G. PINTO
DIRECTOR OF UTILITY SERVICES
PREPARED WILLIAM F. M IN
AND STAFFED CAPITAL -ENGINEER
BY: DEPAR ILITY SERVICES
SUBJECT: SUNSHINE TRAVEL RESORT CHANGE ORDER NO. 1 AND
WORK AUTHORIZATION NO. 2
On February 1, 1994, the Indian River County Board of County
Commissioners approved Contract No. 4007 with Driveways, Inc., for the
installation of a double detector check valve and meter at Sunshine
Travel Resort. A(See attached agenda item and minutes.) Due to
unforeseen site conditions, it was necessary to increase the cost of
this project by $218.50. (See attached Schedule "A" of the change
order.) In order to make the final service connection to the parks
distribution system an additional labor contract has been established
in the amount of $1,505.92 (See attached Schedule "A").
ANALYSIS
The additional proposed cost of the labor contract is $1,724.42 and is
required construction per our franchise agreement with Sunshine Travel
Park. The additional materials will -be less than $1,500.00.
RECOMMENDATION
The staff of the Department of Utility Services recommends that the
Board of County Commissioners approve the proposed change order with
Driveways, Inc. as submitted.
ON MOTION by Commissioner Bird, SECONDED by
Commissioner Eggert, the Board unanimously approved
the change order with Driveways, Inc., for
installation of a double detector check valve and
meter at Sunshine Travel Resort as set forth in
staff's memorandum.
CHANGE ORDER
IS ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF CLERK TO THE BOARD
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FINAL PAY REQUEST AND CHANGE ORDER NO. 1 FOR CLUB GROVE ESTATES
WATER MAIN PROJECT
The Board reviewed memo from Utility Services Director Terry
Pinto dated April 25, 1994:
DATE: APRIL 25, 1994
TO: JAMES E. CHANDLER
COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
FROM: TERRANCE G. PINTO
DIRECTOR OF UTIL ERVICES
PREPARED ROBERT O. WISEMEN, P.E.
AND STAFFED ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEER f"'&J
BY: DEPARTMENT OF UTILITY SERVICES
SUBJECT: FINAL PAY REQUEST AND CHANGE ORDER NO. 1 FOR
CLUB GROVE ESTATES WATER MAIN PROJECT
IRC PROJECT NO. UW -93 -18 -DS
BACKGROUND
On February 22, 1994, the Indian River County Board of County
Commissioners awarded the subject project to Driveways, Inc., in the
amount of $34,429.50. (See attached agenda item.)
ANALYSIS
The project has been completed and accepted per Indian River County
Standards and Specifications. It has also been cleared for services by
the Department of Environmental Protection. The original contract
amount of the project was $34,429.50. The proposed change order (see
attached) increases the contract amount by $2,637.92. The increase was
due to changes in the location of the water services requested by the
homeowners during construction. These changes necessitated additional
jack and bore for services, pavement restoration, sodding and other
items as shown in the attached Change Order No. 1.
By approval of this change order, the contract amount is adjusted to
$37,067.42. The contractor is submitting the final pay request
including the retainage in the amount of $15,803.12.
RECOMMENDATION
The Department of Utility Services recommends that the Board of County
Commissioners approve the attached Change Order No. 1 in the amount of
$2,637.92 and final pay request to Driveways, Inc., in the amount of
$15,,803.12..
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ON MOTION by Commissioner
Commissioner Adams, the Board
Bird, SECONDED by
unanimously approved
Change Order No. 1 in the amount of $2,637.92 and
final pay request to Driveways, -Inc., in the amount
of $15,803.12, as recommended by staff.
CHANGE ORDER AND FINAL PAY REQUEST
ARE ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF CLERK TO THE BOARD
REMOVAL OF RIVERS EDGE AND VERO HIGHLANDS GROUND STORAGE WATER
TANKS AND THE RIVERS EDGE WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT
The Board reviewed memo from Utility Services Director Terry
Pinto dated April 27, 1994:
DATE: April 27, 1994
TO: JAMES E. CHANDLER
COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
FROM: TERRANCE G. PINT
DIRECTOR OF UTILI ERVICES
PREPARED TERRY H. DRUM 9V
AND STAFFED ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST
BY: DEPARTMENT OF UTILITY SERVICES
SUBJECT: REMOVAL OF RIVERS EDGE AND VERO
HIGHLANDS GROUND STORAGE WATER TANKS
AND THE RIVERS EDGE WASTEWATER
TREATMENT PLANT.
BACKGROUND
On March 16, 1994, letters were sent to area demolition contractors
for quotes for the removal of the above subject utilities. All of
these utility facilities were outdated and have been of Afne since
the Fall of 1993.
_ANALYSIS
The Department of Utility Services has contacted several
contractors to obtain quotes for the removal of the ground storage
water tanks and wastewater treatment plant of the above subject
sites. Three contractors were willing to submit their quotes (See
attached list). With the current low cost of scrap steel, the cost
of dismantling the tanks, removing the concrete cells of the
wastewater plant, and removing all concrete foundations, far
exceeds the money that would be received from the sale of the scrap
steel. The cost to the County to remove all of the above
referenced items is as follows:
1. Rivers Edge Water Storage Tank - $ 8,675.00
2. Rivers Edge Wastewater Treatment Plant -$ 9,225.00
3. Vero Highlands Water Storage Tank - $11,400.00
This quote was submitted by Jim Wright Construction, Inc.
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RECOMMENDATION
The Staff of the Department of Utility Services recommends that the
Board of County Commissioners approve the awarding of the bid to
Jim Wright Construction, Inc. in the amount of $29,300.
ON MOTION by Commissioner Adams, SECONDED by
Commissioner Eggert, the Board unanimously awarded
the bid for removal of Rivers Edge and Vero
Highlands ground storage water tanks and the Rivers
Edge wastewater treatment plant to Jim Wright
Construction, Inc., in the amount. of $29,300, as
recommended by staff.
AGREEMENT
IS ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF CLERK TO THE BOARD
SCHEDULE PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER PROPOSED ORDINANCE REGARDING
POWER POLE SITING
The Board reviewed memo from County Attorney Charles Vitunac
dated Apri1'20, 1994:
TO: Board of Countyy)Commissioners
�V f
FROM:_ Charles P. Vitunac, County Attorney
DATE: April 20, 1994
RE: Proposed Ordinance re Power Pole Siting
The County Commission supported a general bill before the local
legislative delegation which would have required public hearings for
certain electrical power pole location decisions by electrical
utilities. At the Wednesday, April 20 Council of Local Government
Officials' meeting, State Representative -Charles Sembler informed us
that although the bill passed the House easily, it died in the Senate.
Representative Sembler then indicated that he had met at length with
representatives of the electrical utilities and had their word that the
utilities would present in time for the next session a workable solution
to the problem of notifying owners along projected electrical power pole
routes.
Before this legislative session began the County Commission voted to
withhold adoption of a -local ordinance until the state had an
opportunity to pass a state-wide bill. The motion of the Board was to
bring this matter back before it after the state had acted on our
proposed general bill; therefore, I am attaching a proposed local
ordinance which the Board could adopt if it so desired.
I believe there are two alternatives:
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Alternative #1 - take no action again and allow the state and the
electrical utilities to present something at the next legislative
session.
Alternative #2 - adopt the attached local ordinance which could be
repealed if the state ever does adopt sufficient protections at the
state level.
Requested Action: Request advice on "which alternative the Board
prefers.
ON MOTION by Commissioner Adams, SECONDED by
Commissioner Eggert, the Board unanimously scheduled
a public hearing on May 24, 1994, to consider an
ordinance to amend Title III of the Code by adding
Section 303.28 relating to electrical transmission
line routes.
SCHEDULE PIIBLIC HEARING TO APPROVE COMPLIANCE AGREEMENT ON
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
Deputy County Attorney William G. Collins II advised the Board
that staff and the Florida Department of Community Affairs (FDCA)
have been trying to get our Comprehensive Plan in compliance. The
hangup has been the Coraci property in the north county. Recently,
the representatives of the Coraci interests, the FDCA and legal
staff have worked out a settlement agreement which would revise a
few of our policies. We must advertise for a public hearing to
approve the execution of the settlement agreement. About two
months after that we would present the Comprehensive Plan
amendments contained within the agreement for adoption.
ON MOTION by Commissioner Eggert, SECONDED by
Commissioner Adams, the Board unanimously scheduled
a public hearing on June 14 to consider execution of
a settlement agreement with the Department of
Community Affairs regarding the Coraci Property.
SCHEDULE PIIBLIC HEARING REGARDING SALES TAB
ON MOTION by Commissioner Eggert, SECONDED by
Commissioner Adams, the Board unanimously scheduled
a public hearing on May 17, 1994 to discuss the
Sales Tax 5 -Year Plan.
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REPORT ON MEETING WITH INDIAN RIVER FARMS WATER CONTROL DISTRICT
Chairman Tippin reported on a meeting with representatives of
the Indian River Farms Water Control District (IRFWCD) on May 2.
As a result of that lengthy meeting, their attorney, Michael
O'Haire, will develop an item to present to the IRFWCD Board at
their meeting in about two weeks which should relieve the problem
we have in relation to utilizing their right of way.
OLD COUNTY COURTHOUSE
The Board reviewed memo from General Services Director Sonny
Dean dated March 29, 1994:
Date: March 29, 1994
To: ✓ Ken Macht, .
County Commissioner
James E. Chandler
County Administrator
From: H.T. "Sonny" Dean, Director
Department of General Services
Subj: Old County Courthouse
On Monday, March 28, 1994, I spoke with Debora Hargrove, GSA for the federal
government located in Atlanta. This conversation was in reference to moving the federal
courthouse presently located in Ft. Pierce, to our old courthouse in Vero Beach.
Debora advised a determination had been made that the present facilities in Ft. Pierce were
not large enough to accommodate their needs. However, by federal statue the courthouse
for this district must be located within the corporate limits of Ft. Pierce. The only way to
change this was by an act of congress.
Commissioner Macht further advised that we would have a very
difficult time effecting this very desirable objective. He
suggested that if the Board so desires, he would contact the
federal district and ask what their preference would be, and if
they have strong feelings that they would like to move, we could
pursue it:
The Board members agreed that- Commissioner Macht should
contact the Federal Judicial District to see if they are interested
in moving the federal courthouse.
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EMERGENCY SERVICES DISTRICT
Chairman Tippin announced that immediately upon adjournment
the Board would reconvene sitting as the Board of Commissioners of
the Emergency Services District. _
Those Minutes are being prepared separately.
There being no further business, the Board adjourned at 10:48 a.m.
ATTEST:
J.K. BARTON
CLERK CIRCUIT Or,
J. K. Barton, Clerk
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Jhn W. Tippi , Chairman
MAY 0 3 199� BOOK 9? F'd�F. ®
SPECIAL MEETING
Tuesday, May 3, 1994
The Board of County Commissioners of Indian River County,
Florida, met in Joint Session with the Indian River County School
Board at the School Board Teacher Education Center, 1990 25th
Street, Vero Beach, Florida, on Tuesday, May 3, 1994, at 7:00 p.m.
Present were John W. Tippin, County Commission Chairman; Kenneth R.
Macht, Vice Chairman; Fran B. Adams; Richard N. Bird; and Carolyn
K. Eggert. Also present were James E. Chandler,- County
Administrator; Charles P. Vitunac, County Attorney; and Patricia
Held, Deputy Clerk.
Present from the Indian River County School Board were William
Marine, School Board Chairman; Stan Mayfield, Vice Chairman; Joe
Idlette; and Gary Lindsey. Absent was Dorothy Talbert. Also
present was School Superintendent Dr. Gary W. Norris. -
Present from the Children's Services Advisory Committee were
Patty Hinton; Dale McAndrew; Judge L. B. Vocelle; Gene Waddell;
Anthony Donadio; Bonnie Swanson; Kathy Cigala; and Wayne McDonough.
School Board Chairman Marine called the meeting to order and
welcomed everyone to the joint meeting.
School Superintendent Dr. Gary Norris recapped the points
covered in the previous joint meeting on January 31, 1994.
Commissioner Macht listed the members on the CSAC. Judge
Vocelle represents the judiciary; Bonnie Swanson, the school
administrative staff; Wayne McDonough, childrens' advocacy; Stan
Mayfield, Board of Education; Pat Callahan, City/County Recreation
Department; Patty Hinton, National Association for the Education of
Young Children; Sandy Eckert, Mental Health Association; Anthony
Donadio, Center for the Prevention of Child Abuse; Gene Waddell,
Education Foundation; Judy Deeson, Sheriff's Department; Rosemary
Sparks, Child Care Association; Janine Chap, Juvenile Justice
Council; Cathy Cigala, Junior Service League; and Dale McAndrew,
Substance Abuse Council.
MAY o BOOK PAGE •�
1994
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Commissioner Macht recounted that at the conclusion of the
joint meeting on January 31, 1994, the Children's Services Advisory
Committee (CSAC) was charged to present to the joint boards one
segment of the several areas of children's concerns which were
identified. In looking over the spectrum of concerns, the CSAC
discovered that there are a number of children who fell into a
niche; not the poor welfare recipients, but those described as the
working poor, people who are regularly employed but at a level that
makes it impossible for them to assign their children to a
preschool. The CSAC developed the proposed plan for dealing with
preschoolers, children in crisis, and unanimously voted to present
it to the joint boards for consideration and a resolution.
Commissioner Macht felt the proposed plan would present one
solution to the problem of children at risk.
Sandy Kahle, executive director of Maitland Farm Preschool,
stated the goal of the proposal: to raise children who will be
respectful, responsible and resourceful members of our society.
This goal will require the collaboration of the entire community to
fund it and to coordinate and deliver the services.
Kathleen Marshall, preschool coordinator for Indian River
County school system, demonstrated the cycle of violence:
Trajectory Toward Violence 10
Deviant
peer groups
formed
Poor peer relations and
high levels of aggressiveness
Poor school attendance and
numerous suspensions
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Ineffective parenting (I.e., lack of
supervision, Inconsistent
discipline, highly punitive or
abusive treatment, and fallure to
reinforce positive behavior)
Weak bonding to caregivers
In Infancy
N
Drop Out of School
Exposure to violence in the home,
neighborhoods, and the media
Greater risk for aggressive
and violent behaviors
Ms. Marshall stated that high quality preschool will intercept
this trajectory at several points. The low adult/child ratio and
positive interaction with stable, well trained caregivers will
create an emotional climate that will encourage bonding which is
essential for mental health and for building relationships. A
family resource coordinator will enable parents to learn new skills
and attitudes toward parenting. Active learning will enable
children to start school ready to learn, thus greatly enhancing
their chances for school success. The climate and curriculum will
encourage positive peer relations and alternatives to aggression.
Sandy Kahle reported on studies that show that a comprehensive
quality preschool program provides innoculation for many of the
problems that we have identified in our community.
Quality Preschool Can Prevent Crime, School Drop -outs,
Welfare and Special Education
Quality preschool programs are a smart investment returning all estimated 57.16 for every $1 invested. Thirty-year
follow-up data from the Aigligcope Peng Preschool -Program has demonstrated significant benefitsu as illustrated
below. Yet despite this tremendous human and economic potential, national and state -funded preschool programs in
Florida now serve fewer than half (41 %) of children living in poverty.1e0 We must ensure Quality preschool programs
reach 100% of all eligible children.
WITH PRESCHOOL WITHOUT PRESCHOOL
7% Crime
Preschool participants had less arrests 35%
S or more arrests by age 27
Education
Ham More preschool participants graduated from high school
54%
. •r1e
W71%
Graduated from high school or equivalent by age 27
15% Welfare
32%
Haff as many preschool participants were on welfare
Participants on welfare
15% Special Education 34%
Non -preschool participants were more than
twice as likely to attend sveclal education
Ever in special education program
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Kathy Marshall reported on the savings if we invest in
preschoolers.
Some facts about spending for children who are considered at risk
of health or mental problems, abuse, school failure, drug use or
getting into trouble with'the law:
• Every $1 invested In quality child care and early education programs Is
estimated to save $7.16 in reduced expenditures In Nater years for welfare,
crime and c6mpensatory education.
• Quality preschool programs can reduce crime costs by $148,714 per child
over a lifetime.
• Children considered at risk are 50 percent less likely to fail a grade in
elementary school if they have had early educational intervention. During the
1990-91 school year, almost 15,000 Florida children failed kindergarten or
first grade.
• For every $1 spent on early intervention programs, the state can save $4.54
that would be spent on programs to deal with learning, emotional or mental
disabilities. Of children with disabilities receiving preschool education,
about 62 percent required special education, compared to 93 percent of the
disabled children who did not get early help.
• Florida has the second-highest dropout rate In the nation.
• Almost one of every five children In Florida fives in poverty, and 36 percent
of violent Juvenile offenders reportedly live in poverty.
• Average cost to Incarcerate a juvenile for one year in Florida: $38,601.
Average cost of a year of college education at a state university, including
food housing and tuition for two semesters: $8,090.
SOURCE: Florida State Unkwdw Center for Prevention and Early htwm tion Polky
comes to kids, -it's not whether we .pay. It's when. wise
- will save millions of dollars in avoided illness, school
*tt like baniters know the value of a good down payment to
estment in children pays bountiful dividends. Among
vestment choices:
ad immunizations
OR $10
rchensive prenatal care
.ion through Medicaid
OR $3.38
Aallty preschool education
OR $4.78
.neasles shot
oft ot"r.0o0
per month for homelessness
prevention and support services OR $3.000
per family for family
preservation services that
help keep families together OR $10,000
3.921% complete prenatal cars OR $70,000
arid obstetric health package
$6,000 drug treatment services for an
addicted mother for nine months OR $30,000
'$8.700 per youth per year for intensive 1
Community-based services OR -• $40,000
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In later medical costs
In later medical costs
for later special
education. ohne, welfare
and other coats
hosplt hmilon for a child
with measles
to shelter a homeless
family in a hotel
for one year of intensive
child abuse therapy
for the first year of a
baby born low birth-
weight and wtth develop-
mental delays
for medical care of it
drug -exposed baby for
20 days
to maintain it youth at
a correctional facility
Kathy Marshall reported the following:
Indian River County
Key Facts About Child Care
Prekindergarten Carly Intervention Program
Total Served 122
Total on Waiting List 85+
Indian River County Head Start
Total Served 294"
Total on Waiting. List 43
Subsidized Child Care (Title XX)
Total Served 185
Total on Waiting List 84
..Redlands Christian Migrant Assoc.
Total Served 173
Total on Waiting List 123
774 335
Demographics and Child Poverty (1990)
Total Number of Children Under 5 4,918
Total Percent of Children in Elementary
School on Free and Reduced Lunch 46%
Number of Children Under 5 Who Would
Be on Free and Reduced Lunch 2,262
Three and Four Year Olds 1,131
How many 3/4 's would meet Free Lunch Guidelines
(family of 4 - $19,240) 972
How many 3/4's would meet Reduced Lunch Guidelines
(family of 4 - $27,380) 158
Poverty Status - % Below Poverty Line
Families with Children Under 5
13.3%
Female Householder Families
47%
Current Kindergarten
Population
Total # of Kindergarten Students on
Free/Reduced Lunch
502
Number on Free Lunch
433 or 86%
Number on Rediked Lunch
69 or 14%
Percent ;of Free and Reduced Lunch
Kindergarten Students
Who Did Not Attend Preschool
30%
Birth Information
Substance -Exposed Newborns (1992)
52
Low Birthweight Babies (1992)
68
Teenage Pregnancies (1992)
127
Unwed Mothers (1992)
1022
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Sandy Kahle cited the standards of quality child care:
STANDARDS OF QUALITY
National Association for the Education of Young Children
Standards:
1. developmentally appropriate program
2. staff who have specialized preparation and receive sufficient
compensation
3. small group sizes and adult -child ratios to promote optimal develor
4. close ties between families and the program & meaningful parental
involvement
5. meet children's needs by helping families gain access to comprehensive
services
Specific Local PreK Early Intervention Standards:
1. developmentally *appropriate curriculum
12. 1:10 teacher -child ratio
3. group size not to exceed 20 -3o
4. CDA (Child Development Associate degree) for lead teacher with
5. 4 parent meetings a year
6. 1 home visit at the beginning of the year
7. 2 parent -teacher conferences
8. 211ighscope COR (Child Observation Record) assessments
C:
Following is a recap of the Children's Services Advisory
Committee's 4C Preschool Program:
Children's Services Advisory Committee's Proposal:
4C.Preschool Program
Child -centered
Comprehensive
Collaborative _
Community-based
Target Population:
100 three and four• .year olds , income eligible by "reduced lunch"
guidelines, (ex: family of 4...$27,380)
ro am•
180 days ...... 10 hours a day
Sites:
Existing spaces in child care centers which meet specified high standards of
quality. (A local poll identifies 14 centers who would be interested in
setting aside well over the 100 spaces needed.)
Cos
$4,400 per child .... per 180 day school year
$440,000 ..
Parents pay 20-30% on a sliding fee scale
$310,000 - 350,000 remaining .
Funding:
Collaborative effort joining resources from county, school board,
businesses, private individuals, grants, state and federal funds.
The Indian River Idea in action!
Key Elements:
National standards of quality
Strong family component
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Sandy Kahle used the following graphic to demonstrate the
possible sources to fund the proposed preschool project through
community collaboration:
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Ms. Kahle explained -that children would be chosen by several
methods. Kathy Marshall, as -coordinator for the Early Intervention
Program, receives applications from families who are not eligible
for her programs, and those applicants potentially could be
eligible for the proposed plan. We also could advertise, but word
of mouth gets the attention of the target group. The applications
would be geared to see that applicants met the income requirement.
The sliding scale is an estimate, but there is a program in effect
where a sliding scale is used for fees, so there are guidelines
from which to work.
Ms. Kahle stressed that it is important for a child to be in
the program for two years. _
Commissioner Adams noted that the program was planned for 180
days and asked why we are not looking at a year-round program.
Mr. Lindsey was concerned that the program be self-
perpetuating and that the decision-making body be close to the
activity. He also understood, and Ms. Marshall confirmed, that the
program would work with private child care centers that are in
existence.
Mr. Mayfield pointed out that we are trying to lay out the
framework, work out the details, and build support for funding the
program, and he urged the School Board and the County Commission to
charge the Children's Services Advisory Committee with the task of
working out the details.
William Koolage, grandparent, urged the Board to provide this
program for all children in the "at risk" group, and to run the
program year-round.
Donna Green, teacher at Vero Beach High School, represented a
preschool center called In Great Hands and asked the Boards to
consider a Christian alternative because these schools are
available for preschoolers. She thought it would be a viable
option for parents selecting a place for their children.
Michelle Blampert, director of a Christian child care center,
suggested that a center be required to commit to administering the
program for a certain number of years to provide the checks and
balances necessary to the success of the program. She also wanted
to inform the Board that her center is developmentally appropriate.
Charles Searcy pointed out that the School Board cannot handle
present costs and cannot pay teachers, and he did not think they
should fund this program. He estimated that it is less costly to
send a child to the public school than to start a new program, and
he understood there may be school facilities that could be used for
this program. He cautioned the School Board to be careful about
expending funds for this program.
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Mr. Waddell responded that the schools have a pupil/teacher
ratio of 28 or 25 to 1 whereas this program is designed for a ratio
of 10 to 1. The School District is taking care of another kind of
student, and the objective is to have this whole program supported
by the private sector.
Further discussion ensued regarding costs, monitoring,
standards of quality care and teachers.
ON MOTION by Commissioner Eggert, SECONDED by
Commissioner Bird, the Board unanimously asked the
Children's Services Advisory Committee and necessary
staff to bring forward a plan to implement and pay
for the proposed program.
There being no further business, the Board adjourned at 8:23 p.m.
ATTEST:
J. arton, Clerk Jon W. Tipp in, rman
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