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Meeting Minutes — Final
Tuesday, April 3, 2018
9:00 AM
Commission Chambers
Board of County Commissioners
Peter D. O'Bryan, Chairman, District 4
Bob Solari, Vice Chairman, District 5
Susan Adams, District 1
Joseph E. Flescher, District 2
Tim Zorc, District 3
Jason E. Brown, County Administrator
Dylan Reingold, County Attorney
Jeffrey R. Smith, Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller
Shelli Kasper, Deputy Clerk
Board of County Commissioners Meeting Minutes - Final April 3, 2018
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL
Present: 5 - Chairman Peter O'Bryan
Vice Chairman Bob Solari
Commissioner Susan Adams
Commissioner Joseph Flescher
Commissioner Tim Zorc
2.A. A MOMENT OF SILENT REFLECTION FOR FIRST RESPONDERS
2.B. INVOCATION
Rabbi Michael Birnholz, Temple Beth Shalom
(Clerk's Note: Commissioner Zorc entered the meeting at 9:04 a.m.)
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Commissioner Susan Adams
4. ADDITIONS/DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA / EMERGENCY ITEMS
4.A. 18-1667 Emergency Addition to April 3, 2018 Agenda - County Administrator's Matters
Agenda Item I LA: Millstone Landing - Progress Update
Recommended Action: It is recommended the Board consider the progress at Millstone Landing, and
provide direction to staff on issuance of Building Permits and continuation of the
issuance of Certificates of Occupancy.
Attachments: Staff Report
Moved: Item D.C. County Attorney Matters: 2018 State Legislative Final Report to
be heard following Proclamations and Presentations.
A motion was made by Commissioner Flescher, seconded by Vice Chairman Solari,
to approve the Agenda, as amended. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5- Chairman O'Bryan, Vice Chairman Solari, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner
Flescher, and Commissioner Zorc
5. PROCLAMATIONS and PRESENTATIONS
5.A. 18-1597 Presentation of Proclamation Honoring Penny Chandler on Her Retirement
from the Indian River County Chamber of Commerce
Recommended Action: Read and Presented.
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Attachments: Proclamation
Chairman O'Bryan read and presented the Proclamation to Penny Chandler, with
each member of the Board congratulating her on her retirement.
Read and Presented
53. 18-1489 Presentation of Proclamation Recognizing the Month of April as Guardian Ad
Litem Month
Recommended action: Read and Presented.
Attachments: Proclamation
Vice Chairman Solari read and presented the Proclamation to Wendy Rodriguez,
Supervising Child Advocate Manager, State of Florida Guardian ad Litem Program.
Read and Presented
S.C. 18-1569 Presentation of Proclamation Designating the Month of April, 2018 as Child
Abuse Prevention Month
Recommended Action: Read and Presented
Attachments: Proclamation
Commissioner Zorc read and presented the Proclamation to Angel Robertson,
Community Relations Specialist from the CASTLE Program, accompanied by
members of The Exchange Club of Indian River.
Read and Presented
5.D. 18-1572 Presentation of Proclamation Designating the Day of April 10, 2018, as
Equal Pay Day
Recommended Action: Read and Presented.
Attachments: Proclamation
Commissioner Adams read and presented the Proclamation to Suzanne Jones, who
was accompanied by members of the American Association of University Women.
Read and Presented
5.E. 18-1604 Presentation of Proclamation Observing April 2018 as Aviation Appreciation
Month
Recommended Action: Read and Presented.
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Attachments: Proclamation
Commissioner Flescher read and presented the Proclamation to Simon Caldecott,
CEO, Piper Aircraft; Stephanie Lowery, FlightSafety Academy; Robert Paugh,
President, Vero Beach Air Show; and Eric Menger, Airport Director, Vero Beach
Regional Airport.
Read and Presented
5.F. 18-1625 Presentation on Indian River STEAM Fest by Stephanie Watson, Kelly J.
Brown, and Mie Powell
Recommended Action: No Action Required
Attachments: STEAM Fest Information
Proclamation
Chairman O'Bryan read and presented the Proclamation to Stephanie Watson, Kelly
Brown and Mie Powell.
Read and Presented
6. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
6.A. 18-1640 Regular. Meeting of February 13, 2018
Recommended Action: Approve
Attachments: 02132018 BCC
Approved
6.13. 18-1632 Regular Meeting of February 20, 2018
Recommended Action: Approve
Attachments: 02202018BCC
A motion was made by Commissioner Flescher, seconded by Commissioner Zorc, to
approve the Regular Meeting Minutes of February 13, 2018; and the Regular Meeting
Minutes of February 20, 2018, as written. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5- Chairman O'Bryan, Vice Chairman Solari, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner
Flescher, and Commissioner Zorc
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7. INFORMATION ITEMS FROM STAFF OR COMMISSIONERS NOT REQUIRING BOARD
ACTION
7.A. 18-1627 Florida Public Service Commission Consummating Order No.
PSC -2018 -0152 -CO -EQ In re: Petition for approval of renewable energy
tariff and standard offer contract, by Florida Power & Light Company is on
file for review in the office of the Clerk to the Board.
Recommended Action: Informational Only
No Action Taken or Required
7.13. 18-1629 Final ""State Approved" Indian River County Local Housing Assistance Plan
for Fiscal Years 2018-2019, 2019-2020, and 2020-2021
Recommended Action: The approved LHA plan for FY 2018-2019, FY 2019-2020, and FY 2020-2021 is
provided to the Board for its information. No action is needed at this time.
Attachments: Staff Report
2018-2021 LHAP
No Action Taken or Required
7.C. 18-1634 2018 Beach and Shores Preservation Advisory Committee Chairman and
Vice -Chairman Election
Recommended Action: Informational
Attachments: Staff Report
The Beach and Shore Preservation Advisory Committee members voted to elect
Michael Ochsner as Chairman and Bob Anderson as Vice Chairman of the
Committee for 2018.
No Action Taken or Required
7.D. 18-1637 City of Sebastian Ordinance 0-18-03, Notice of Annexation of 182.87 Acres,
is on file in the Office of the Clerk to the Board
Recommended Action: Informational Only
No Action Taken or Required
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7.E. 18-1642 Continuing Participation with St. Lucie County and Martin County in the
Treasure Coast HOME Program Consortium
Recommended Action: This staff report is for the Board's information and no action is needed at this time.
Attachments: Staff Report
No Action Taken or Required
7.F. 18-1652 Update on All Aboard FL/Vero Electric Expenses
Recommended Action: No Action Required
Attachments: Staff Report
All Aboard FL Expenses
FP&L-Vero Beach-FMPA expenses
No Action Taken or Required
7.G. 18-1651 Residential Paper Shredding Event on April 7, 2018
Recommended Action: No action needed - for informational purposes only.
Attachments: Staff Report
Stephanie Fonvielle, Recycling Education and Marketing Coordinator, SWDD,
provided information on the upcoming Residential Paper Shredding Event.
No Action Taken or Required
7.1-1. 18-1656 Announcing the Winners of the "Drop Savers" Water Conservation Poster
Contest
Recommended Action: No action needed - informational item only.
Attachments: Staff Report
Drop Savers Poster Contest Handout
Drop Savers Winning Posters
Photos of Drop Savers Winners
Stephanie Fonvielle, Recycling Education and Marketing Coordinator, SWDD,
recognized Grayton Del Tufo, Edy Dowd and Anna Gruber as the first, second, and
third place prize winners for the annual "Drop Savers" Water Conservation Poster
Contest.
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No Action Taken or Required
8. CONSENT AGENDA
A motion was made by Commissioner Flescher, seconded by Commissioner Adams,
to approve the Consent Agenda, as amended, pulling Items 8.E., 8.F., and 8.J. for
discussion. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5- Chairman O'Bryan, Vice Chairman Solari, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner
Flescher, and Commissioner Zorc
8.A. 18-1624 Checks and Electronic Payments March 9, 2018 to March 15, 2018
Recommended Action: Approve the list of checks and electronic payments issued by the Comptroller's
office for the time period of March 9, 2018 to March 15, 2018
Attachments: Finance Department Staff Report
Approved
8.13. 18-1638 Checks and Electronic Payments March 16, 2018 to March 22, 2018
Recommended Action: Approve the list of checks and electronic payments issued by the Comptroller's
office for the time period of March 16, 2018 to March 22, 2018
Attachments: Finance Department Staff Report
Approved
8.C. 18-1567 Approval of Renewal for a Class "B" Certificate of Public Convenience and
Necessity for Coastal Health Services of Brevard Inc. to Provide Interfacility
Transportation Services
Recommended Action: Staff respectfully recommends that the Board of County Commissioners approve
renewal of the Class "B" Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity for
Coastal Health Services of Brevard Inc., to be effective for a period of two (2) years
from May 4, 2018 to May 4, 2020.
Attachments: Staff Report
COPCN Renewal Application Coastal Health Services of Brevard, Inc.
COPCN Certificate Coastal Health Services of Brevard, Inc.
Approved staffs recommendation
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8.13. 18-1583 GH Vero Beach Development, LLC's Request for Final Plat Approval for a
Development to be known as Laguna Village at Grand Harbor, Plat 34
[PD -15-12-04 / 99020110-80718]
Recommended Action: Based on the analysis, staff recommends that the Board of County Commissioners
grant final PD plat/plan approval for Laguna Village at Grand Harbor, Plat 34.
Attachments: Staff Report
Application
Location Map
Final Plat Layout
Approved staffs recommendation
8.E. 18-1626 Award of Bid No: 2018021 IRC ]ail Complex Roofing Replacement, Recover
and Repair Project
Recommended action: Staff recommends that the project be awarded to Atlantic Roofing II of Vero Beach,
Inc. in the amount of $1,263,655.00 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 form and legal sufficiency.
Attachments: Staff Report
Sample Agreement
Chairman O'Bryan made mention of the roof replacement and repair project for the
Indian River County Jail Complex, and noted that the bid came in higher than the
engineer's estimate.
A motion was made by Vice Chairman Solari, seconded by Chairman O'Bryan, to
approve staffs recommendation. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5- Chairman O'Bryan, Vice Chairman Solari, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner
Flescher, and Commissioner Zorc
The Chairman called for a recess at 10:51 a.m., and reconvened the meeting at
11:03 a.m. with all members present.
8.F. 18-1641 26th Street - Advance Acquisition of Right -of -Way 5816 26th Street, Vero
Beach, FL 32966
Recommended Action: Staff recommends the Board approve the Residential Contract for Sale and
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for the 1.49 acres of property located at 5816 26th Street, Vero Beach, FL 32966,
and authorize the Chairman to execute the purchase agreement on behalf of the
Board.
Attachments: Staff Report
Residential Contract for Sale and Purchase
Vice Chairman Solari commented on the recommended purchase of a 1.49 acre
parcel of property located on 26th Street for the widening of 26th Street to four
lanes between 58th and 66th Avenue. With the assistance of County Administrator
Jason Brown, he explained the reasoning behind the purchase price of the property
and noted that since one of the parties involved was a former County
Commissioner, Wesley Davis, he felt that it was necessary to discuss the issue for
transparency purposes.
A motion was made by Vice Chairman Solari, seconded by Commissioner Zorc, to
approve staffs recommendation. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5- Chairman O'Bryan, Vice Chairman Solari, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner
Flescher, and Commissioner Zorc
8.G. 18-1646 Work Order No. 3 Environmental Science Associates, Jungle Trail Shoreline
Stabilization Project
Recommended Action: The recommendation of staff is for the Board to approve Work Order No. 3 to the
contract with Environmental Science Associates and authorize the Chairman to sign
on behalf of the County.
Attachments: Staff Report
Environmental Science Associates Work Order No. 3
Project Location Map
Approved staffs recommendation
8.1-1. 18-1647 Work Order No. 2018006-2, Aptim Environmental & Infrastructure, Inc.
Sector 3 Beach and Dune Renourishment - Design and Permitting
Recommended Action: The recommendation of staff is for the Board to approve Work Order No.
2018006-2 to the contract with Aptim Environmental & Infrastructure, Inc. and
authorize the Chairman to sign on behalf of the County.
Attachments: Staff Report
Aptim Environmenal & Infrastructure, Inc. Work Order No. 2018006-2
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Approved staffs recommendation
8.1. 18-1650 Approval of Agreement - Aptim Environmental & Infrastructure, Inc. for
Engineering and Biological Support Services for Sector 5 (Vero Beach)
Beach and Dune Renourishment Project. RFQ# 2018029
Recommended Action: Staff recommends the Board approve the negotiated standard fee schedule and the
"master" agreement with APTIM and requests the Board to authorize the Chairman
to execute the agreement.
Attachments: Staff Report
Aotim Environmental & Infrastructure. Inc. Agreement and Fee
Schedule
Approved staffs recommendation
8.J. 18-1654 Amendment No. 1 to Work Order No. 10 with Kimley-Horn and
Associates - North Reverse Osmosis Water Treatment Facility 2016/2017
Recommended Action: Staff recommends that the Board of County Commissioners approve Amendment
No. l to Work Order No. 10 with Kimley-Horn and Associates, for an additional
sum amount of $24,582.00 for a total lump sum amount of $71,966.00, and
authorize the Chairman to execute the same, as presented.
Attachments: Staff Report
Amendment No. 1 to Work Order No. 10
Carter Taylor, 2235 Silver Sands Court, expressed his concerns regarding the
renewal of the Spoonbill Marsh operating permit.
Chairman O'Bryan explained to Mr. Taylor that this Agenda Item was an
Amendment to a Work Order with a consultant, not a Public Hearing, and that he
would have the opportunity to present his information at a Public Hearing on April
12, 2018 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Donna Halleran, 925 Greenbrier Avenue, Vice President of Pelican Island Audubon
Society, asked to have this item postponed until after the Public Hearing was held.
A motion was made by Commissioner Flescher, seconded by Vice Chairman Solari,
to approve staffs recommendation. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5- Chairman O'Bryan, Vice Chairman Solari, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner
Flescher, and Commissioner Zorc
8.K. 18-1655 22nd Street SE Sewer Lateral Replacement: Approval of Change Order and
Final Payment Blue Goose Construction Work Authorization No. 2018-002
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Recommended Action: Staff recommends that the Board of County Commissioners approve Change Order
No. 1 to reduce Work Authorization No. 2018-002 by $6,809.31, and to authorize
final payment to Blue Goose Construction in the amount of $8,191.25.
Attachments: Staff Report
Change Order No. 1
Blue Goose Construction Invoice
Approved staffs recommendation
9. CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS and GOVERNMENTAL AGENCIES
10. PUBLIC ITEMS
A. PUBLIC HEARINGS
PROOF OF PUBLICATION OF ADVERTISEMENT FOR HEARINGS IS ON
FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE CLERK TO THE BOARD.
10.A.1. 18-1608 Ocean Trail, LLC's Request for Vacation of the Hideaway Cove
Subdivision Plat [PVSD-79-04 (221) / 2000120037-80175] (Legislative)
Recommended Action: Staff recommends that the Board of County Commissioners vacate the
Hideaway Cove Subdivision plat and authorize the chairman to execute the
attached plat vacation resolution.
Attachments: Staff Report
Application
Location Map
Aerial
Plat Vacation Resolution
Community Development Director Stan Boling, through the use of a
PowerPoint Presentation, provided background and analysis on Ocean Trail,
LLC's request to vacate the Hideaway Cove Subdivision Plat.
The Chairman opened the Public Hearing.
Bob Johnson, Coral Wind Subdivision, sought and received information from
the Board regarding the vacation of the plat.
There being no further comments, the Chairman closed the Public Hearing.
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A motion was made by Commissioner Adams, seconded by Commissioner
Flescher, to approve: 1) Staff's recommendation; and 2) Resolution 2018-036,
providing for the vacation of Hideaway Cove subdivision, Plat Book 10, Page 60,
Indian River County, said land lying and being in Indian River County, Florida.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5- Chairman O'Bryan, Vice Chairman Solari, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner
Flescher, and Commissioner Zorc
10.A.2. 18-1609 Ocean Trail, LLC's Request for Abandonment of the West 20 Feet as
shown as Additional Right -of -Way Dedication on the Plat of Hideaway
Cove Subdivision [ROWA-17-11-05 / 2000120037-80055] (Legislative)
Recommended action: Staff recommends that the Board abandon its rights to the subject right-of-way
and authorize the chairman to execute the abandonment resolution and County
deed.
Attachments: Staff Report
Application
Location Map
Aerial
Hideaway Cove Subdivision Plat
Abandonment Resolution
County Deed
Through the use of a PowerPoint Presentation, Community Development
Director Stan Boling provided details on the abandonment of a 20 -foot wide
strip of property that was dedicated as a right-of-way on the Plat of Hideaway
Cove Subdivision.
The Chairman opened the Public Hearing. There being no speakers, the
Chairman closed the Public Hearing.
A motion was made by Commissioner Flescher, seconded by Commissioner
Adams, to approve: 1) Staff's recommendation; and 2) Resolution 2018-037,
providing for the closing, abandonment, vacation and discontinuance of the west
20.00 feet of Hideaway Cove Subdivision lying east of State Road A-1 -A Highway,
according to the map or plat thereof, as recorded in Plat Book 10, Page 60, of the
Public Records of Indian River County, Florida. The motion carried by the
following vote:
Aye: 5- Chairman O'Bryan, Vice Chairman Solari, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner
Flescher, and Commissioner Zorc
10.A.3. 18-1631 Schwerin and Other's Request to Rezone f 9.94 Acres from MED to CG
(RZON-99070136-80287) & County's Request to Rezone f 0.20 Acres
from MED to CG (RZON-2018010067-81006) (Quasi-]udicia1)
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Recommended Action: Based on the analysis, staff and the Planning and Zoning Commission
recommend that the Board of County Commissioners approve both the
"Schwerin and Others" request and the county initiated request to rezone the
"Colley Property" to CG (General Commercial District) by approving the two
attached ordinances.
Attachments: Staff Report
Summary Page
"Schwerin and Others" Rezoning Application
"Colley Property" Rezoning Application
Approved Minutes of the January 25, 2018 Planning and Zoning_
Commission meeting
Approved Minutes of the February 8, 2018 Planning and Zoning
Commission meeting
Table of Uses for Commercial Zoning Districts
Copy of July 13, 1999 BCC Staff Report for Rezoning ±136 Acres to
MED
Copy of July 27, 2001 BCC Staff Report for Rezoning ±6.09 Acres from
MED to PD
County Staff's Correspondence with "Colley Property" Taxpayer of
Record
Rezoning Ordinance for "Schwerin and Others"
Rezoning Ordinance for "Colley Property"
Chairman O'Bryan introduced the parties for the proceeding as being Indian
River County (the Colley Property) and Warren L. Schwerin, Schwerin Realty
Corp., Michael J. Buchel and Santo Molino (Schwerin and Others).
Each Commissioner, as requested by the Chairman, disclosed ex parte
communications, site visits, or independent investigations. They also affirmed
that they have an open mind and can base their decisions on the evidence
presented and the applicable law.
The Chairman opened the Public Hearing.
The Deputy Clerk administered the Oath to all persons who wished to speak at
the hearing.
Community Development Director Stan Boling provided a PowerPoint
Presentation on the location and existing land uses for the subject property
located on the southeast corner of 41 st Street and U.S. Highway 1. He
explained the purposes for the proposed rezoning of the Colley Property and the
Schwerin and Other's Property, as well as the anticipated environmental impacts
associated with the proposal.
Vice Chairman Solari made comments regarding the Colley Property being too
small to develop, and that it would be in the best interest of the Colley Family
to participate in the rezoning, as it would be more difficult to develop the
property in the future without a separate rezoning request.
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Attorney Bruce Barkett, Collins, Brown, Caldwell, Barkett, Garavaglia and
Lawn, Chartered, representative for the applicant, provided an update on
negotiations with the nearby property owners from the Casa Bella Subdivision,
and representatives of the Casa Bella of Vero Beach Home Owners Association
(Casa Bella HOA) endorsed staffs recommendation.
Curtis Johnson, Jr., nearby property owner, explained that he was concerned
about the fate of the area and the potential tax impacts that the rezoning would
have on the property owners.
Bob Johnson, Coral Wind Subdivision, asked about where the current owners of
the property reside, if the rezoning would affect ownership, and if there was
documentation of the owner's approval of the rezoning. Director Boling
acknowledged that the owner had been notified on multiple occasions, and had
not taken a formal position on whether to support or not support the rezoning
request.
A short discussion ensued with Chairman O'Bryan assuring Mr. Johnson that
staff had gone above and beyond what is required by law in notifying the
property owner, and explained that the County -initiated request for the rezoning
of the Colley Property would be of benefit to the owner of the property.
The Chairman asked for any final presentations by staff and the applicant, and
verified that the Deputy Clerk was in possession of all documents that had been
admitted into evidence.
The Chairman closed the Public Hearing.
A motion was made by Commissioner Flescher, seconded by Vice Chairman
Solari, to: 1) approve staff's recommendation; 2) adopt Ordinance 2018-007,
amending the Zoning Ordinance and the accompanying Zoning Map for
approximately ±9.94 acres located south of 41st Street and east of US Highway 1,
from MED, Medical District, to CG, General Commercial District; and providing
codification, severability, and effective date; and 3) adopt Ordinance 2018-008,
amending the Zoning Ordinance and the accompanying Zoning Map for
approximately ±0.20 acres located south of 41st Street and approximately 90 feet
east of US Highway 1, from MED, Medical District, to CG, General Commercial
District; and providing codification, severability, and effective date. The motion
carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5- Chairman O'Bryan, Vice Chairman Solari, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner
Flescher, and Commissioner Zorc
B. PUBLIC DISCUSSION ITEMS
C. PUBLIC NOTICE ITEMS
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11. COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR MATTERS
18-1671 Millstone Landing Update
County Administrator Jason Brown recalled the meeting of March 6, 2018, where
the Board authorized the lifting of the moratorium on Certificates of Occupancy
(COs) for Millstone Landing through April 3, 2018.
Public Works Director Richard Szpyrka provided an update regarding the
construction progress of the Millstone Landing development Project.
Chairman O'Bryan stated that he felt that enough progress had been made to be
comfortable with lifting the moratorium on COs, and was willing to consider the
acceptance of building permit applications, but not allow the issuance of permits
until after the Public Works Director was satisfied with the construction progress
and brings it back to the Board for final approval.
A motion was made by Vice Chairman Solari, seconded by Chairman O'Bryan, to
approve to : 1) lift the moratorium on Certificates of Occupancy; and 2) at the Public
Works Director's discretion, allow the acceptance of building permit applications, but
to suspend the issuance of building permits until final approval from the Board. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5- Chairman O'Bryan, Vice Chairman Solari, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner
Flescher, and Commissioner Zorc
12. DEPARTMENTAL MATTERS
A. Community Development
B. Emergency Services
C. General Services
1. Human Services
2. Sandridge Golf Club
3. Recreation
D. Human Resources
E. Office of Management and Budget
F. Public Works
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12.F.1. 18-1644 Indian River County Welcome Sign Design and Locations
Recommended Action: Staff recommends that the Board of County Commissioners select and approve
one of the two available County Welcome Sign designs and one of the four
available finishes. In addition, Staff recommends that the Board of County
Commissioners approve some or all of the five locations identified on the
County Welcome Sign Location Map.
Attachments: Staff Report
County Welcome Sign Design Alternatives
County Welcome Sign Location Map
Infrastructure Project Manager Andy Sobczak gave a brief background on the
County Welcome Sign project, and explained that in order to move forward
with the placement of the signs, the Board needed to select a sign design and
finish, as well as review the locations for the Welcome Signs.
Each Commissioner stated their preferences as to the sign's design and finish,
and it was the Board's CONSENSUS to select Design Option 2 with the
graphics centered; the Cobblestone finish; and approved sign locations at South
County U.S. Highway 1; State Road 60 and Interstate 95 Interchange; County
Road 512 and Interstate 95 Interchange; and North County U.S. Highway 1.
12.F.2. 18-1653 Award of Bid No. 2018005 58th Avenue Resurfacing/Reclamation from
26th Street to 49th Street (IRC -1324, FM No. 434840-1-54-01)
Recommended action: Staff recommends the Board approve award to the lowest responsive and
responsible bidder, Timothy Rose Contracting, Inc. for $2,825,641.68. Staff
further recommends the Board authorize the Chairman to execute the
agreement upon review and approval of both the agreement and required public
construction bond by the County Attorney as to form and legal sufficiency, and
the receipt and approval of required insurance by the Risk Manager.
Attachments: Staff Report
Bid Comparison
Sample Agreement
Mancil's Tractor Services, Inc. Protest with IRC -Purchasing Response
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Public Works Director Richard Szpyrka provided details on the bid process for
the 58th Avenue resurfacing project, and explained the reasons for the protest
made by Mancil's Tractor Service regarding the award of the bid to Timothy
Rose Contracting, Inc.
Commissioner Zorc sought and received additional information from Director
Szpyrka regarding the protest made by Mancil's Tractor Service.
A motion was made by Vice Chairman Solari, seconded by Commissioner
Flescher, to approve staff's recommendation. The motion carried by the following
vote:
Aye: 5- Chairman O'Bryan, Vice Chairman Solari, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner
Flescher, and Commissioner Zorc
G Utilities Services
12.6.1. 18-1657 Waive the Bid Process for Holding Tank Restoration at the Residuals
Dewatering Facility - UCP 4138
Recommended Action: Staff recommends the Board of County Commissioners waive the Bid Process
and authorize the Purchasing Division to issue a purchase order to Concrete
Conservation, Inc., in the amount of $249,700.00 for the restoration of all three
(3) tanks at the Residuals Dewatering Facility.
Attachments: Staff Report
Letter from SBS
Director of Utilities Services Vincent Burke gave an analysis on the
deterioration of the concrete holding tanks at the Residual Dewatering Facility
located at the Indian River County Landfill. He explained the causes for the
corrosion of the coating system, and that in order to keep the facility running
efficiently, it was determined that the best solution was to have all three (3)
tanks lined with the SpectraShield system that is currently being utilized at the
South and Central Wastewater Treatment Plant with high success.
Vice Chairman Solari sought and received information from Director Burke
regarding the operations of the facility while the work was being completed,
and the origin of the hydrogen sulfide gas that has been determined to cause the
deterioration of the concrete holding tanks.
A motion was made by Vice Chairman Solari, seconded by Commissioner Zorc,
to approve staffs recommendation. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5- Chairman O'Bryan, Vice Chairman Solari, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner
Flescher, and Commissioner Zorc
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13. COUNTY ATTORNEY MATTERS
13.A. 18-1628 Resolution Authorizing the Florida Department of Transportation to Acquire
Property Rights for County Road 609 (82nd Avenue/Ranch Road) from 69th
Street to County Road 510
Recommended Action: Staff recommends the Board of County Commissioners approve the Resolution
authorizing the Florida Department of Transportation to acquire property rights for
County Road 609 (82nd Avenue/Ranch Road) from 69th Street to County Road 510
and authorize the Chairman to execute the Resolution on behalf of the Board.
Attachments: Staff Report
Resolution
Deputy County Attorney William DeBraal provided details about the Florida
Department of Transportation's (FDOT) request to acquire property rights for lands
needed for CR 609 (82nd Avenue/Ranch Road) from 69th Street to CR 510 to make
82nd Avenue connect Oslo Road to CR 510.
A motion was made by Commissioner Zorc, seconded by Chairman O'Bryan, to
approve: 1) Staffs recommendation; and 2) Resolution 2018-038, authorizing the
Florida Department of Transportation to acquire property rights. The motion carried
by the following vote:
Aye: 5- Chairman O'Bryan, Vice Chairman Solari, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner
Flescher, and Commissioner Zorc
133. 18-1630 Memorandum of Understanding between the County and the Sheriff's Office
for Standard Software License and Service Agreement
Recommended Action: Staff recommends the Board of County Commissioners approve the Memorandum
of Understanding with the Sheriffs Office for Standard Software License and
Service Agreement and authorize the Chairman to execute it on behalf of the Board.
Attachments: Staff Report
Support Agreement
Memorandum of Understandinci
Deputy County Attorney William DeBraal provided details regarding the
Memorandum of Understanding between the County and the Sheriffs Office for a
software license and service agreement for the 911 software system primarily used
by the Sheriffs Office. He recommended that the County and the Sheriff enter into
a Memorandum of Understanding to determine each parry's responsibilities
concerning the agreement.
A motion was made by Commissioner Flescher, seconded by Chairman O'Bryan, to
approve staff's recommendation. The motion carried by the following vote:
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Aye: 5- Chairman O'Bryan, Vice Chairman Solari, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner
Flescher, and Commissioner Zorc
13.C. 18-1659 2018 State Legislative Final Report
Recommended Action: The County Attorney's Office recommends the Board direct staff to work with
individual Indian River County Commissioners, the County's lobby team, the
Treasure Coast Council of Local Governments, and the Florida Association of
Counties to prepare for the 2019 legislative session by using the anticipated topics
outlined in the 2018 Final Legislative Report.
Attachments: Staff Report
Indian River County's 2018 State Legislative Final Report
(Clerk's Note: This Item was heard immediately following Proclamations and
Presentations, and is placed here for continuity.)
Assistant County Attorney Kate Cotner, through the use of a PowerPoint
Presentation, provided an overview of the 2018 State Legislative Session. She
detailed both the successes and the setbacks from the Session, and explained a list
of what to expect for the 2019 Legislative Session. Attorney Cotner asked the
Board for permission to be involved in conversations about how the State would be
handling the 2020 Recycling Mandate, and the goal of 75% recycled material by
the year 2020.
Erin Grall, Florida State Representative, District 54, expressed her appreciation to
the Board for their involvement with the legislative process, for the accessibility
and open lines of communication provided by staff, and for the efforts made behind
the scenes during the Legislative Session.
Commissioner Zorc sought and received information from Attorney Cotner about
the Office of Program Policy Analysis and Government Accountability (OPPAGA),
which was the office directed to contract for the passenger rail safety study.
Each member of the Board and staff individually commended Representative Grall
and Attorney Cotner for their hard work and dedication, and for their positive
influences in Tallahassee.
Chairman O'Bryan incorporated Commissioner Zorc's Item 14.E.2. Discussion on
Florida Housing Coalition State and Local Housing Trust for discussion.
Commissioner Zorc discussed the fact that the Florida Legislature has removed
over $2 billion in funding for the Florida State and Local Housing Trust Funds for
use in other initiatives. He requested adding the funding for the State Housing
Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) Program to the Legislative Priority List for the 2019
Legislative Session and to coordinate with the Florida Association of Counties.
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A motion was made by Vice Chairman Solari, seconded by Commissioner Adams, to
give staff the authority to pursue conversations about the anticipated topics outlined
in the 2018 Final Legislative Report with any regulatory agencies that staff deems
appropriate, to prepare for the 2019 Legislative Session. The motion carried by the
following vote:
Aye: 5- Chairman O'Bryan, Vice Chairman Solari, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner
Flescher, and Commissioner Zorc
It was the CONSENSUS of the Board during the meeting to incorporate the
authority given in Item 13.C. into Item 14.E.2. Discussion of Florida Housing
Coalition State and Local Housing Trust Funds.
13.D. 18-1633 City of Sebastian Fire Marshal Ordinance
Recommended Action: The County Attorney's Office recommends that the Indian River County Board of
County Commissioners direct County staff to draft a resolution initiating the
conflict resolution procedure under the Florida Governmental Conflict Resolution
Act.
Attachments: Staff Report
County Attorney Dylan Reingold provided background on the City of Sebastian
Fire Marshal Ordinance enacted by the City of Sebastian City Council, establishing
an independent City Fire Marshal's Office that would have the same responsibilities
as that of the Indian River County Fire Marshal's Office. Attorney Reingold asked
the Board for guidance on how to proceed, and provided the steps needed in order
to see if Indian River County Emergency Services District and the City would be
able to resolve the differences between the two entities before any litigation is filed.
Vice Chairman Solari was in opposition of initiating a dispute resolution, and
suggested writing a letter to the elected representatives of the City of Sebastian to
offer a choice.
A lengthy discussion ensued with the Board and staff each expressing their
individual opinions and concerns about the issues, and the acknowledgement of
potential opportunities to offer better service because of the recent retirements from
the department.
Tad Stone, Emergency Services Director and Fire Chief, answered Commissioner
Zorc's questions regarding the effective date of the City of Sebastian's Fire Marshal
Ordinance and spoke briefly about the City's request for assistance with their
inspections.
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A motion was made by Vice Chairman Solari, seconded by Chairman O'Bryan, to
direct staff to draft a letter to the Sebastian City Council and to the Mayor providing
the option of whether to stay with the Fire Marshal's District or exit from the
Emergency Services District, with an additional paragraph concerning an interest in
obtaining a conflict resolution. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 4 - Chairman O'Bryan, Vice Chairman Solari, Commissioner Flescher, and Commissioner
Zorc
Nay: 1 - Commissioner Adams
The Chairman called for a short recess at 12:55 p.m. and reconvened the meeting at
1:02 p.m., with all members present.
14. COMMISSIONERS MATTERS
A. Commissioner Peter D. O'Bryan, Chairman
B. Commissioner Bob Solari, Vice Chairman
C. Commissioner Susan Adams
U.C.1. 18-1658 Request Board Consideration for Discussion regarding Oslo Cemetery
Recommended Action: Discuss and Consider
Attachments: Commissioner Memorandum
Deed
Corrective Deed
Quit Claim Deed
FL Statutes
County Attorney Letter
Commissioner Adams summarized the history of the Oslo Cemetery, and
mentioned that complaints had been received from individuals who had been
unable to access the cemetery to visit the gravesites of deceased family
members or obtain information about any available plots. She made mention
that in the original transfer of ownership, there was a converter clause that
stated "If the cemetery was no longer being used as a cemetery that the property
would transfer back to the County."
County Attorney Dylan Reingold described the nature of recent conversations
with the representative for the property owner, and stated that the property
owner was open to further discussions concerning a resolution for the issues.
He mentioned that he expected to have contact with the property owner in the
next few weeks to discuss the situation further.
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County Historian Ruth Stanbridge provided additional details about the Oslo
Cemetery, and advocated for a resolution to the issues that have arisen because
of the cemetery being owned by a private party.
Jane Peacock, Fort Walton Beach, Florida, and Chris Brunson, Atlanta,
Georgia; family members of those currently buried in the Oslo Cemetery,
expressed their concerns regarding cemetery access and asked for assistance in
getting the issue resolved.
Chairman O'Bryan sought and received information from Ms. Stanbridge
regarding the possibility of any interested parties forming a non-profit group
that the County could contract with to maintain the cemetery, if the County
were to take the property back.
Commissioner Adams suggested to continue conversations to address the
maintenance of the property and the concerns of the family members, as well as
obtaining an understanding of the laws that govern cemeteries and the
requirements involved with allowing interested parties to form a group to
operate the cemetery.
It was the CONSENSUS of the Board to direct staff to: 1) continue the
conversations that address the concerns of the family members regarding access
to the cemetery, the maintenance of the cemetery, and the ability of the family
members to continue to be buried at the property; and 2) to research the laws
governing cemeteries to determine which laws are applicable.
Referred to Staff
D. Commissioner Joseph E. Flescher
E. Commissioner Tim Zorc
14.E.1. 18-1648 Discussion on Information regarding Takeover of Indian River Medical
Center by Cleveland Clinic
Recommended Action: Discussion
Attachments: Commissioner Memorandum
Commissioner Zorc spoke about the treatment policies that are in place at the
Indian River Medical Center for those with the inability to pay, and posed
questions regarding the Cleveland Clinic's indigent care policies and a
long-term care plan to continue to provide indigent care to the residents.
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Ann Marie Suriano, Executive Director, Indian River County Hospital District,
provided details about the indigent care services and affirmed that those
services would continue to be provided. She explained that negotiations had not
yet begun, but that the Hospital District would adopt some form of the
Cleveland Clinic's Charity Care Policy. She explained that the specifics would
not be available until negotiations were complete, but that she would provide an
update to the Board as the outcome is presented.
14.E.2. 18-1649 Discussion on Florida Housing Coalition State and Local Housing Trust
Funds
Recommended Action-: Discussion and Action Request
Attachments: Commissioner Memorandum
Historical Summary
(Clerk's Note: This Item was heard in conjunction with Item O.C. 2018 State
Legislative Final Report)
15. SPECIAL DISTRICTS AND BOARDS
The Board reconvened as the Board of Commissioners of the Emergency Services
District. The minutes will be approved at an upcoming Emergency Services District
meeting.
A. Emergency Services District
15.A.1. 18-1623 Sole Source Purchase of Four (4) Stryker Power -Pro XT Stretchers
Recommended Action: Staff recommends the Board declare asset numbers 25458, 25459, 25462, and
25457 as surplus, authorize their trade in and approve the sole source purchase
of four (4) Stryker Power -Pro XT Stretchers.
Attachments: Staff Report
Stryker Stretcher Price Quote
Stryker Sole Source Letter
Commissioner Zorc sought and received information regarding the Stryker
Power -Pro XT stretchers from Emergency Services Director Tad Stone.
A motion was made by Vice Chairman Solari, seconded by Chairman O'Bryan, to
approve staffs recommendation. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5- Chairman O'Bryan, Vice Chairman Solari, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner
Flescher, and Commissioner Zorc
B. Solid Waste Disposal District
C. Environmental Control Board
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16. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, the Chairman adjourned the meeting at 1:24 p.m.
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ATTEST:
Jeffrey R. Smith, CPA, CGFO, CGMA
Clerk of Circuit Court and Comptroller
By:W� I O�Jiw-
Deputy
Clerk
BCC/SMK/2018 Minutes
Peter D. O'Bryan, Chairman
Approved:
April 3, 2018
MAY 0 1 2018
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