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Vero Beach, Florida, 32960-3388
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Meeting Minutes - Final
Tuesday, April 6, 2021
9:00 AM
Commission Chambers
This meeting can be attended virtually via Zoom. Instructions can be
found at the end of this agenda and also online at www.ircgov.com.
Board of County Commissioners
Chairman, Joseph E. Flescher, District 2
Vice Chairman, Peter D. O'Bryan, District 4
Commissioner Susan Adams, District 1
Commissioner Joseph H. Earman, District 3
Commissioner Laura Moss, District 5
Jason E. Brown, County Administrator
Dylan Reingold, County Attorney
Jeffrey R. Smith, Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller
Rhonda D. Zirkle, Deputy Clerk
Board of County Commissioners Meeting Minutes - Final April 6, 2021
1. CALL TO ORDER
Present: 5 - Chairman Joseph Flescher
Vice Chairman Peter O'Bryan
Commissioner Susan Adams
Commissioner Joe Earman
Commissioner Laura Moss
2.A. A MOMENT OF SILENT REFLECTION FOR FIRST RESPONDERS AND MEMBERS OF
THE ARMED FORCES
2.B. INVOCATION
Pastor Jim Gallagher, Calvary Chapel Vero Beach
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Chairman Joseph E. Flescher
4. ADDITIONS/DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA / EMERGENCY ITEMS
A motion was made by Vice Chairman O'Bryan, seconded by Commissioner Adams,
to approve the Agenda as presented. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5- Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman O'Bryan, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner
Earman, and Commissioner Moss
5. PROCLAMATIONS and PRESENTATIONS
5.A. 21-0318 Presentation of Proclamation Honoring Paul Colberg on His Retirement From
Indian River County Board of County Commissioners Department of Public Works
/ Road & Bridge Division with Twenty -Five Years of Service
Attachments: Proclamation
Chairman Flescher read and presented the Proclamation to Mr. Paul Colberg, and
thanked him for twenty-five years of service to the County. Commissioner Earman
also commended Mr. Colberg for his extensive volunteer work in the community.
Read and Presented
5.B. 21-0345 Presentation of Proclamation Honoring Willard Taylor Ramsey on His Retirement
From Indian River County Board of County Commissioners Department of
Emergency Services / Fire Rescue Division with Thirty Years of Service
Attachments: Proclamation
Commissioner Earman read and presented the Proclamation to Lieutenant Willard
Taylor Ramsey, thanking him for thirty years of service to the citizens of Indian
River County. The Commissioner also spoke of the many years he and Lieutenant
Ramsey had worked together.
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Lieutenant Ramsey thanked a number of individuals who had played an important
role in his life. He also discussed his desire to start an Emergency Medical
Technician (EMT) and Fire Explorer Program in the County, and to eventually
sponsor foster children through the program.
Chairman Flescher, Commissioner Moss, and County Administrator Jason Brown
thanked Lieutenant Ramsey for his dedication to the Department of Emergency
Services/Fire Rescue Division.
Read and Presented
5.C. 21-0376 Presentation of Proclamation Designating the Month of April, 2021 As Child Abuse
Prevention Month
Recommended Action: Recommend Read and Present
Attachments: Proclamation
Commissioner Adams read and presented the Proclamation to the Florida District of
the Exchange Club President -Elect Joe Walsh, who spoke regarding events that
were planned for the month of April 2021, Childhood Prevention Month. Mr.
Walsh was joined by Laurie Collings, Kim Prado, and Robin Dapp, representing the
Exchange Club of the Treasure Coast; Judy Landgrave, representing the Exchange
Club of Vero Beach; Barbara Parent, representing the Exchange Club of Indian
River; and Matt Markley, CEO, Hibiscus Children's Center. Mr. Markley talked
briefly about his organization and stated their motto, "Every Child, Every Day, for a
Better Tomorrow."
Read and Presented
6. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A motion was made by Commissioner Adams, seconded by Commissioner Earman,
to approve the Regular Meeting Minutes of January 19, 2021, Special Call Meeting
Minutes of January 25, 2021, and the Regular Meeting Minutes of February 02, 2021,
as written. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5- Chairman Fiescher, Vice Chairman O'Bryan, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner
Earman, and Commissioner Moss
6.A. 21-0365 Regular Meeting of January 19, 2021
Recommended Action: Approve
Attachments: 01192021 BCC Draft
Approved
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63. 21-0371 Special Call Meeting of January 25, 2021
Recommended Action: Approve
Attachments: 01252021 SPecialCall Granicus
Approved
6.C. 21-0372 Regular Meeting of February 02, 2021
Recommended Action: Approve
Attachments: 02022021 BCC Draft
Approved
7. INFORMATION ITEMS FROM STAFF OR COMMISSIONERS NOT REQUIRING BOARD
ACTION
7.A. 21-0370 Proclamation Honoring Theresa Lynn Brennan on Her Retirement From Indian
River County Board of County Commissioners Department of Emergency Services
with Thirty Years of Service
Attachments: Proclamation
Commissioner Earman thanked Ms. Theresa Brennan for thirty years of service to
Indian River County.
No Action Taken or Required
73. 21-0358 Health Department Annual Contract to Include CARES Act Amendment
Recommended Action: This item is or informational purposes only and requires no Board action.
Attachments: Staff Report
Health Department Annual Contract Amendments
No Action Taken or Required
7.C. 21-0359 Update on Brightline Trains Expenses
Recommended Action: No Action Required
Attachments: Staff Report
Brightline Trains Expenses
No Action Taken or Required
7.D. 21-0374 Indian River County Venue Event Calendar Review
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Recommended Action: This is an informational item only; no Board action is required
Attachments: Venue Event Calendar Review
No Action Taken or Required
7.E. 21-0378 Proclamation Designating April 1 through April 30, 2021, as Water Conservation
Month in Indian River County
Recommended Action: For informational purposes only - no action required
Attachments: Staff Report
No Action Taken or Required
8. CONSENT AGENDA
A motion was made by Commissioner Adams, seconded by Vice Chairman O'Bryan,
to approve the Consent Agenda as amended, pulling Items 8.F., 8.J., 8.L., and 8.V. for
discussion. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5- Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman O'Bryan, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner
Earman, and Commissioner Moss
8.A. 21-0299 Checks and Electronic Payments February 19, 2021 to February 25, 2021
Recommended Action: Approve the list of checks and electronic payments issued by the Comptroller's
office for the time period of February 19, 2021 to February 25, 2021
Attachments: Finance Department Staff Report
Approved
83. 21-0326 Checks and Electronic Payments February 26, 2021 to March 4, 2021
Recommended action: Approve the list of checks and electronic payments issued by the Comptroller's
office for the time period of February 26, 2021 to March 4, 2021
Attachments: Finance Department Staff Report
Approved
8.C. 21-0343 Checks and Electronic Payments March 5, 2021 to March 11, 2021
Recommended Action: Approve the list of checks and electronic payments issued by the Comptroller's
office for the time period of March 5, 2021 to March 11, 2021
Attachments: Finance Department Staff Report
Approved
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8.D. 21-0355 Checks and Electronic Payments March 12, 2021 to March 18, 2021
April 6, 2021
Recommended Action: Approve the list of checks and electronic payments issued by the Comptroller's
office for the time period of March 12, 2021 to March 18, 2021
Attachments: Finance Department Staff Report
Approved
8.E. 21-0369 Checks and Electronic Payments March 19, 2021 to March 25, 2021
Recommended Action: Approve the list of checks and electronic payments issued by the Comptroller's
office for the time period of March 19, 2021 to March 25, 2021
Attachments: Finance Department Staff Report
Approved
8.F. 21-0344 Indian River County Clerk of Circuit Court and Comptroller, Jeffrey R. Smith:
Notice of Comprehensive Annual Financial Report and Popular Annual Financial
Report Completion for the fiscal year 2019-2020
Recommended Action: Accept the reports
Attachments: Finance Department Staff Report
Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller Jeffrey R. Smith provided a detailed
overview of the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) and the Popular
Annual Financial Report (PAFR). He included the financial accomplishments and
projects that were completed in the past year, addressed the effects of the
COVID-19 pandemic, and detailed the breakdown of a tax dollar. In closing, he
made mention that both reports were available for viewing on the Clerk's website,
www.clerk.indian-river.org.
The Commissioners stated their appreciation for Mr. Smith for providing the
reports as a service to the community.
A motion was made by Commissioner Adams, seconded by Commissioner Moss, to
accept the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) and the Popular Annual
Financial Report (PAFR). The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5- Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman O'Bryan, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner
Earman, and Commissioner Moss
8.G. 21-0356 Annual Financial Report
Recommended Action: Approve the report and authorize Chairman to execute any related documents.
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Attachments: Finance Department Staff Report
Approved
8.H. 21-0265 Annual HUD Grant Renewals for Continuum of Care (CoC)Programs
Recommended Action: Staff recommends the Board acknowledge the renewal of the nine grants currently
awarded by HUD in the aggregate amount of $1,055,508. Staff further request
Board's acceptance of the grant agreements upon their arrival and authorize
Chairman to execute each individual Continuum of Care Program Grant Agreement
upon receipt and review by County Attorney as to form and legal sufficiency.
Attachments: Staff Report
HUD RENEWAL Announcement 2021
Approved staffs recommendation
8.1. 21-0353 Resolution Formally Designating A Portion of Certain County Owned Property as
Right -Of -Way
Recommended Action: Adopt the resolution, and authorize the Chairman to execute same for recordation
in the Public Records of Indian River County, Florida.
Attachments: Staff Report
Resolution
Exhibit A (right-of-way)
Exhibit B (remainder)
Approved Resolution 2021-026, formally designating certain County owned property
for 58th Avenue and 37th Street right-of-way, and directing the Property Appraiser to
cut out the property designated as right-of-way from the parent parcel.
8.J. 21-0354 Resolution Restructuring the Agriculture Advisory Committee
Recommended Action: The County Attorney's Office recommends that the Board approve the resolution as
presented.
Attachments: Staff Report
AAC Resolution
Commissioner Moss inquired about the proposed restructuring of the Agriculture
Advisory Committee. Commissioner Adams offered clarification, making note
that she felt confident with the changes.
A motion was made by Commissioner Adams, seconded by Chairman Flescher, to
approve Resolution 2021-027, restructuring the membership of the Indian River
County Agriculture Advisory Committee. The motion carried by the following vote:
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Aye: 5- Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman O'Bryan, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner
Earman, and Commissioner Moss
8.K. 21-0342 Indian River County Subaward and Grant Agreement for Hurricane Isaias
Recommended Action: Staff recommends the Board approve and authorize the Chairman to execute the
agreement and all other documents necessary to effectuate the agreement and
authorize the County Administrator to sign any additional modifications.
Attachments: Staff Report
Federally -Funded Subaward and Grant Agreement
Approved staffs recommendation
8.L. 21-0363 CARES Act Amendments Designation of Authority
Recommended Action: Staff recommends that the Board approve the Revised First Amendment to
incorporate the final scope of work provided by the SDIRC. Staff further
recommends that the Board authorize the County Administrator to approve any
additional contract modifications to revise the scope of work, as long as the total
allocation remains unchanged.
Attachments: Staff Report
SDIRC CARES Act Revised First Amendment
Vice Chairman O'Bryan offered clarification that County Administrator Jason
Brown would only be approving modifications that did not alter the dollar amount
previously allocated.
A motion was made by Vice Chairman O'Bryan, seconded by Commissioner Earman,
to approve staffs recommendation. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman O'Bryan, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner
Earman, and Commissioner Moss
8.M. 21-0367 Award of Bid 2021022 for Central WWTF RAS/WAS Pump Replacement
Recommended Action: Staff recommends the Board award Bid 2021022 to CenState Contractors, Inc.,
approve the sample agreement and authorize the Chairman to execute the
agreement after receipt and approval of the required public construction bond and
insurance, and after approval by the County Attorney as to form and legal
sufficiency.
Attachments: Staff Report
Sample Agreement
Approved staffs recommendation
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8.N. 21-0368 Fourth of July Fireworks Funding
Recommended Action: Staff recommends that the Board of Commissioners approve funding the fireworks
displays for the Cities of Sebastian and Vero Beach in the amount of $2,500 each.
Staff also recommends that each of the cities (Vero Beach and Sebastian)
appropriate and pay an equal amount up to $2,500 and the County will match that
amount, up to $2,500 each, after the City of Vero Beach and Sebastian pay their
share.
Attachments: Staff Report
COVB - 4th of July 2021 funding request
Lions Club - 4th of July funding request
Approved staffs recommendation
8.0. 21-0304 West Wabasso Phase III Septic to Sewer Approval of SJRWMD Cost -Share
Funding Agreement
Recommended Action: Staff recommends that the Indian River County Board of County Commissioners
approves the Cost -Share Agreement and authorizes the Chairman to execute it on
behalf of the County
Attachments: Staff Report
Cost Share Agreement with SJRWMD
Approved staffs recommendation
8. P. 21-0377 Acceptance of Utility Easements and Limited Access Easements - Preston Estates
(Located Within the Municipal Boundaries of the City of Vero Beach)
Recommended Action: Staff recommends that the Board of County Commissioners accept the Dedications
of Utility Easements and Limited Access Easements as depicted on the proposed
plat of Preston Estates, and authorize the Chairman to execute the Acceptance of
Dedications by Indian River County on Sheet I of the plat of Preston Estates at
such time as the mylar becomes available for signature.
Attachments: Staff Report
Copy of Proposed Plat of Preston Estates
Approved staffs recommendation
8.Q. 21-0379 Emergency Replacement of Two 16 -inch Water Valves: 58th Avenue at 4th Street
Recommended Action: Staff recommends the Board of County Commissioners approve Purchase Order
#89917 for a lump sum amount of $200,932.92
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Attachments: Staff Report
Proposal - CK Construction
Approved staffs recommendation
8.R. 21-0351 Work Order No. 4, Donadio and Associates - IRC Traffic Operations Facility, (IRC
2104)
Recommended Action: Staff recommends approval of Work Order No. 4 for Donadio and Associates,
authorizing the professional services as outlined in the Scope of Services (Exhibit
A,) and requests the Board authorize the Chairman to execute Work Order No. 4 on
their behalf for a contract amount of $261,900.00 plus $57,100.00 in reimbursable
expenses for a total of $319,000.00
Attachments: Staff Report
Scope of Services - Exhibit
Donadio and Associates WO# 4
Approved staffs recommendation
8.S. 21-0361 Amendment No. 18 to Indian River County Civil Engineering and Land Surveying
Agreement for Bridge Replacements and Widening of 66th Avenue from South of
SR60 to North of 57th Street
Recommended Action: Staff recommends the Board of County Commissioners approve Amendment No.
18 with Arcadis US, Inc. (formally known as Arcadis G&M, Inc) for an amount not
to exceed $120,000.00 and authorize the Chairman to execute the amendment.
Attachments: Staff Report
Amendment No. 18 from Arcadis US, Inc.
Approved staffs recommendation
8.T. 21-0362 66th Avenue Phase IB - Amendment No. 9 (IRC -1505)
Recommended Action: Staff recommends approval of Amendment No. 9 to Kimley-Horn & Associates,
Inc., and requests the Board authorize the Chairman to execute Amendment No. 9
on their behalf for an amount not to exceed of $216,920.00.
Attachments: Staff Report
Amendment No. 9
Approved staffs recommendation
8.U. 21-0364 Award of Bid No. 2021025, Round Island Emergency Beach Access (IRC -1927)
Recommended Action: Staff recommends the project be awarded to Dickerson Florida, Inc. in the amount
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$235,410.00. Staff further recommends the Board approve the sample agreement
and authorize the Chairman to execute said agreement after 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
Sample Agreement
Approved staffs recommendation
8.V. 21-0382 Town of Indian River Shores Utility Feasibility Study
Recommended Action: Staff recommends that the Board authorize County staff to cooperate with the Town
of Indian River Shores in their efforts to conduct the feasibility study.
Attachments: Staff Report
Arcadis Scope of Work for Feasibility Study
Letter from City of Vero Beach 032421
Vice Chairman O'Bryan invited legal input from County Attorney Dylan Reingold
prior to a vote by the Commission. Attorney Reingold stated that County staff was
approached by the Town of Indian River Shores (the Town) to discuss the
possibility of the Town terminating a 2012 Franchise Agreement with the City of
Vero Beach (the City). He pointed out a notice provision in the contract that stated
the Town must notify the City in 2023, if they wished to explore a different source
for receiving water, wastewater, and reclaimed water utility services. Attorney
Reingold cited comparable situations which led him to believe it was not a problem
for the Town to move forward with the utility feasibility study. He also referred to
a letter dated March 24, 2021, from Vero Beach City Manager Monte Falls that
included an 1989 Territorial Agreement between the City and the County, and he
provided the reasoning behind his opinion that the County could serve the Town at
the end of the Town's 2012 Franchise Agreement with the City; he recommended
that the Board authorize County staff to cooperate with the Town in their efforts to
conduct the feasibility study.
Mayor Brian Foley, Town of Indian River Shores, explained that the Town was
interested in knowing the costs involved with disconnecting from City water and
connecting with the County. He stated that the Town's outside counsel, Holland &
Knight, would be providing a written opinion regarding the 1989 Territorial
Agreement between the City and the County.
City of Vero Beach Utilities Director Rob Bolton requested that the item be tabled
until Mr. Falls could be present to speak.
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Under Board discussion, Commissioner Moss agreed with Mr. Bolton that the item
should be tabled until Mr. Falls could speak before the Commission. She stated
her opinion that the Board would be siding with the Town if they approved the
item. Chairman Flescher disagreed and reminded Commissioner Moss that what
was being presented was whether or not to allow County staff to cooperate with a
feasibility study being conducted for the Town at the expense of the Town. Vice
Chairman O'Bryan added his viewpoint that the County would be taking sides if
they were to deny the cooperation of County staff to share information.
For clarification purposes, Vice Chairman O'Bryan inquired and received
confirmation from Attorney Reingold and County Administrator Jason Brown that
the County had not previously been in litigation against the Town. Administrator
Brown assured the Board that the County had not and would not engage in the
reuse water rate dispute between the City and the Town, and he added that he did
not feel the County would be taking sides. if the item was approved to allow staff to
cooperate with the Town to explore options. Commissioner Eannan supported
cooperation from County staff in assisting any of the municipalities within the
County when needed. Commissioner Moss added that County staff time was a
financial commitment, and if the request to allow staff to assist was approved by
the Board, she was interested in knowing the number of hours that were spent on
providing the requested feasibility study information. Chairman Flescher stated
that the topic did not call for billable hours to be charted.
Mr. Bolton again addressed the Board to discuss the 1989 Territorial Agreement
between the County and the City.
Mr. Foley revisited the podium to caution that the Town's outside counsel would be
providing the County with a written analysis regarding anti-trust laws when two (2)
parties exclude access of an essential facility to a third party. He reminded the
Board that the topic being presented referred to cooperation with the Town in
exploring their options, and he added that time was an issue as they were required
to notify the City by October 2023, if they wished to terminate the franchise
agreement.
A motion was made by Vice Chairman O'Bryan, seconded by Chairman Flescher, to
approve staffs recommendation. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 4- Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman O'Bryan, Commissioner Adams, and
Commissioner Earman
Nay: 1 - Commissioner Moss
9. CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS and GOVERNMENTAL AGENCIES
10. PUBLIC ITEMS
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Chairman Flescher called for a recess at 10:35 a.m., and he reconvened the meeting
at 10:44 a.m., with all members present.
PROOF OF PUBLICATION OF ADVERTISEMENT FOR THE HEARING IS ON
FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE CLERK TO THE BOARD
A. PUBLIC HEARINGS
10.A.1. 21-0350 Tobacco 21 Ordinance
Recommended Action: The County Attorney's Office recommends that the Board open the public
hearing and take any public comment, and approve the draft ordinance.
Attachments: Staff Report
Proposed Tobacco 21 Ordinance
Legal Intern Cassidy Brown referred to staffs memorandum dated March 17,
2021, to provide background on the draft Tobacco 21 Ordinance. In response
to direction by the Board on February 16, 2021, she stated that the Florida
Statutes would not allow for exceptions to be made for military personnel age
18 or older to purchase tobacco products or e -cigarettes.
Chairman Flescher opened the public hearing.
Kyleigh Savoie, Facilitator, Tobacco Free Partnership of Indian River County,
thanked the Board and County staff for their assistance and consideration of the
ordinance to put the health of children first.
There being no other speakers, the Chairman closed the public hearing.
A motion was made by Vice Chairman O'Bryan, seconded by Chairman Flescher,
to adopt Ordinance 2021-008, amending Chapter 313 (Merchandising of Tobacco
Products) of the Code of Indian River County, related to the use of tobacco
products and electronic cigarettes; to prohibit the sale and distribution of
tobacco products and electronic cigarettes to persons under 21 years of age and
providing for additional requirements for the sale of tobacco products and use of
electronic cigarettes; providing for penalties; providing for conflict and
severability; providing for codification, and providing for an effective date. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 -Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman O'Bryan, Commissioner Adams,
Commissioner Earman, and Commissioner Moss
The Commissioners and County Attorney Dylan Reingold took time out to
recognize Ms. Brown's performance during her internship with the County
Attorney's office.
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B. PUBLIC DISCUSSION ITEMS
C. PUBLIC NOTICE ITEMS
11. COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR MATTERS
11.A. 21-0341 Update Regarding COVID-19 Vaccinations
Recommended Action: Discuss
Attachments: Staff Report
County Administrator Jason Brown provided a brief update regarding the County
and State residents who had received or were wait -listed for the COVID-19
Vaccine. He pointed out that 85% of the County's 65+ population and 39.6% of
the County's general population had been vaccinated, and Governor Ron DeSantis
had recently added the age 16+ population to the eligible recipients for the Pfizer
vaccine.
Several members of the Board provided community feedback and spoke of their
positive experiences when visiting or being vaccinated at the Indian River County
Fairgrounds. They also discussed the vaccination supply versus demand, and
along with Administrator Brown, they offered words of praise for the staff at the
Health Department, the County's Parks and Recreation Department, Emergency
Services Director Tad Stone, and Treasure Coast Community Health CEO Vicki
Soule, for their extensive work during the COVID-19 pandemic.
No Action Taken or Required
12. DEPARTMENTAL MATTERS
A. Community Development
B. Emergency Services
C. General Services
D. Human Resources
E. Information Technology
F. Office of Management and Budget
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G Public Works
12.6.1. 21-0357 Research Review Phase of the IRC Lagoon Management Plan: Update 3
Recommended Action: Staff is requesting continued support for the Research Review phase of the
Indian River Lagoon Management Plan development
Attachments: Staff Report
A. Research Plan Timeline
B. Supporting Research
Lagoon Plan Environmental Specialist Molly Klinepeter referred to a
PowerPoint presentation and staffs memorandum dated March 22, 2021, to
provide Update 3 of the Research Review Phase of the Indian River County
Lagoon Management Plan. Update 3 covered Hydrology and Hydrodynamics,
Water Quality, Organic Material and Sediments, Marinas and Boat Ramps (Part
1), and Sustainability and Resiliency (Part 1).
Following the Hydrology and Hydrodynamics portion of the presentation, the
Commissioners commented on the changes to the Lagoon that had occurred
over the past 120 years, noting that the Lagoon had been primarily freshwater.
It was suggested that partnerships with the water control and drainage districts
would be beneficial, as well as a recently disclosed visioning project by the
Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO).
The Water Quality portion of the presentation brought Board discussion on
muck and the effects of rainfall in the Lagoon. Vice Chairman O'Bryan stated
that he would like to see 100 rain gauges scattered throughout the County to get
a better feel for the amount and location of rainfall. Commissioner Earman
shared feedback he had received from local fishermen, with Commissioner
Adams and Commissioner Moss in agreement that controlling the muck was
necessary.
Included in the topic on Materials and Sediments, Ms. Klinepeter offered muck
control ideas such as muck dredging and muck capping. Chairman Flescher
made mention of a past project which had brought concern over the smell
associated with muck removal, yet the muck dried quickly and without an odor.
Vice Chairman O'Bryan offered the following suggestions: 1) begin a pilot
muck study, starting in the north area of the County near the Sebastian Inlet, 2)
invite Dr. John Trefry, Professor of Ocean Engineering at Florida Institute of
Technology, to address the Board with a muck -related update, and 3) inquire
with Brevard County regarding the results of their muck project.
Commissioner Adams offered to assist staff, if needed, in putting together a
grant application to help with funding for a muck map. Commissioner Moss
noted that the County's newly -appointed Florida Inland Navigation District _
(FIND) representative may be able to provide funding guidance/assistance.
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While highlighting Marinas and Boat Ramps (Part 1), Ms. Klinepeter included
a summary of the Clean Vessel Act, the Clean Boater Program, and the Clean
Marina Program. Vice Chairman O'Bryan announced his eagerness for the
next update to address the derelict or abandoned vessels and the pumping and
dumping issue. He encouraged coordination with the Clean Water Coalition to
get the Indian River County portion of the Lagoon designated as a "no
discharge zone." Commissioner Moss made mention that the City of Very
Beach had been working with Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation
Commission (FWC) regarding the derelict vessels.
With regard to Resiliency and Sustainability (Part 1), Ms. Klinepeter informed
the Board of the Florida Resilient Coastlines Program, a collaboration with
Federal, State and Local agencies to ensure resiliency and to prepare for the
effects of climate change. Vice Chairman O'Bryan used the living
shoreline/wave-breaker at Jones' Pier as an example of a collaborative effort.
Ms. Klinepeter announced that Update 4 would include Marinas and Boat
Ramps (Part 2), Septic Systems, Stormwater, Sustainability and Resiliency
(Part 2), and Water Consumption. Each Commissioner stated their
appreciation for staffs informative Update 3. The consensus of the Board was
to continue to support staff, noting agreement that changes were necessary to
avoid further damaging the Lagoon.
No Action Taken or Required
12.6.2. 21-0360 Award of Bid No. 2021018, Construction of 66th Avenue Roadway Widening
(49th Street to 69th Street), IRC -1505, FDOT FM 436379-1-54-01 &
436379-1-54-02
Recommended Action: Staff recommends the Board approve award to the lowest responsive and
responsible bidder, Halley Engineering Contractors, Inc. for $32,728,137.85.
Staff further recommends the Board approve the sample agreement and
authorize the Chairman to execute said agreement after 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
Sample Agreement
Public Works Director Rich Szpyrka referred to staffs memorandum dated
March 15, 2021, to present the Board with the details that surrounded Bid No.
2021018 for construction of the 66th Avenue Roadway Widening from 49th
Street to 69th Street. He pointed out the closeness between the lowest four (4)
bids.
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A motion was made by Vice Chairman O'Bryan, seconded by Commissioner
Adams, to approve staffs recommendation. The motion carried by the following
vote:
Aye: 5 - Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman O'Bryan, Commissioner Adams,
Commissioner Earman, and Commissioner Moss
H. Utilities Services
13. COUNTY ATTORNEY MATTERS
13.A. 21-0348 Construction Board of Adjustment and Appeals Member Appointment
Recommended Action: The County Attorney recommends that the Board review the applicant's resume and
application, and determine whether to appoint him to fill the unexpired term for the
"Plumbing Contractor" representative to the Construction Board of Adjustment and
Appeals.
Attachments: Staff Report
County Attorney Dylan Reingold presented the Board with candidate Franklin Jake
Jandreau, who had applied to fill the unexpired term vacancy for the "Plumbing
Contractor" representative to the Construction Board of Adjustment and Appeals.
A motion was made by Commissioner Adams, seconded by Commissioner Moss, to
appoint Franklin Jake Jandreau to fill the unexpired term vacancy, a term that expires
in January 2024, for the "Plumbing Contractor" representative to the Construction
Board of Adjustment and Appeals. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman O'Bryan, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner
Earman, and Commissioner Moss
14. COMMISSIONERS MATTERS
A. Commissioner Joseph E. Flescher, Chairman
B. Commissioner Peter D. O'Bryan, Vice Chairman
C. Commissioner Susan Adams
D. Commissioner Joseph H. Earman
E. Commissioner Laura Moss
15. SPECIAL DISTRICTS AND BOARDS
A. Emergency Services District
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B. Solid Waste Disposal District
C. Environmental Control Board
16. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, Chairman Flescher adjourned the meeting at 12:10
p.m.
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ATTEST:
Jeffrey R. Smith, CPA, CGFO, CGMA
Clerk of Circuit Court and Comptroller
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Deputy
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E. Flesche , Chairman
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Approved: June 8, 2021
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