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Meeting Minutes - Final
Tuesday, April 13, 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
Rand! Wardlow, Deputy Clerk
Board of County Commissioners Meeting Minutes - Final April 13, 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
Associate Minister Scott Blount, Vero Christian Church
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Commissioner Susan Adams
4. ADDITIONS/DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA / EMERGENCY ITEMS
Added: 5.A.1. Vice Chairman O'Bryan requested the Board's indulgence as he
added an unnamed item to the Agenda.
A motion was made by Vice Chairman O'Bryan, seconded by Commissioner Adams,
to approve the Agenda as amended. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5- Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman O'Bryan, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner
Earman, and Commissioner Moss
5. PROCLAMATIONS and PRESENTATIONS
5.A.1. 21-0432 Happy Birthday to Chairman Flescher
Chairman Flescher was surprised with a heartfelt rendition of Happy Birthday to
You, sung by Maya Miller, Traffic and Engineering Division.
No Action Taken or Required
5.A. 21-0403 Presentation of Proclamation Honoring Ella Goodman on Her Retirement from the
Indian River County Sheriffs Office
Recommended Action: Read and Present
Attachments: Proclamation
Chairman Flescher read and presented the Proclamation to Ms. Ella Goodman in
honor of her thirty years of service with the Indian River County Sheriffs Office.
The Chairman shared his early experience meeting Ms. Goodman ("Miss Ella") and
her positive influence on everyone she encountered. Ms. Goodman thanked the
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Commissioners, Indian River County Sheriff Eric Flowers, and the Sheriffs
Deputies who were on hand to support her. Sheriff Flowers congratulated Ms.
Goodman on behalf of the Sheriffs Department, noting she would be missed by all.
Read and Presented
52. 21-0410 Presentation of Proclamation Recognizing National Public Safety
Telecommunications Week - April 11 - 17, 2021
Recommended Action: Read and Present
Attachments: Proclamation
Commissioner Earman read and presented the Proclamation to a group of Indian
River County Sheriffs Office Public Safety Dispatchers, and expressed his respect
for their work. Chairman Flescher spoke of the critical role dispatchers play in
keeping citizens safe.
Robyn Candarini, Indian River County Sheriff s Office Dispatch Administrator,
spoke in support of a Federal bill which would reclassify dispatchers from
administrative personnel to first responders. Indian River County Sheriff Eric
Flowers supported reclassification legislation.
Vice Chairman O'Bryan requested that Legislative and Communications Manager
Kathleen Keenan add the reclassification issue to the next County Legislative
Priorities List. Chairman Flescher supported creating a Resolution of Support for
the issue as well. County Administrator Jason Brown informed that the State
Senate had passed a bill allowing first responders to participate in the state pension
plan.
Read and Presented
6. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
7. INFORMATION ITEMS FROM STAFF OR COMMISSIONERS NOT REQUIRING BOARD
ACTION
7.A. 21-0386 Final "State Approved" Indian River County Local Housing Assistance Plan for
Fiscal Years 2021-2022, 2022-2023, and 2023-2024
Recommended Action: The approved LHAP for FY 2021-2022, FY 2022-2023, and FY 2023-2024 is
provided to the Board for its information. No action is needed at this time.
Attachments: Staff Report
2021 - 2024 State Approved LHAP
No Action Taken or Required
73. 21-0397 Residential Paper Shredding Event on Saturday, April 17, 2021
Recommended action: For informational purposes only - no action is needed
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Attachments: Staff Report
Recycling Education Director Sue Flak provided details of the paper shredding
event which was free to the public.
Vice Chairman O'Bryan thanked Waste Management for covering the $5 -per -car
fee.
No Action Taken or Required
7.C. 21-0407 Environmental Control Hearing Board Committee Resignation -Vacancy
Attachments: Staff Report
210326 Email Resignation - Christopher Murphy
No Action Taken or Required
8. CONSENT AGENDA
A motion was made by Vice Chairman O'Bryan, seconded by Commissioner Earman,
to approve the Consent Agenda as presented. The motion carried by the following
vote:
Aye: 5- Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman O'Bryan, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner
Earman, and Commissioner Moss
8.A. 21-0347 Jody H. Oliver's Request for Affidavit of Exemption Approval with Dedications to
the County [AOE-20-02-01 / 2019080148-85940] (Burlingham AOE)
Recommended Action: Staff recommends that the Board of County Commissioners accept the dedication
of the limited access easement and authorize the chairman to execute the subject
Affidavit of Exemption.
Attachments: Staff Report
Location Map
Affidavit of Exemption Layout
Approved staffs recommendation
8.B. 21-0385 FDOT Small County Outreach Program (SCOP) Agreement and Resolution for
Construction and Construction and Engineering Inspection (CEI) Services for
Milling and Resurfacing 6th Avenue from SR-5/US-1 to 21st Street - Project No.
IRC -1638, FM No. 438074-1-54-01
Recommended Action: Staff recommends the Board of County Commissioners approve the Small County
Outreach Program (SCOP) Agreement and Resolution and authorize the Chairman
to execute the same.
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Attachments: Staff Report
Indian River County Grant Form
Authorizing Resolution
FDOT SCOP Agreement
Approved staffs recommendation and Resolution 2021-028, authorizing the
Chairman's execution of Small County Outreach Program (SCOP) Agreement with the
Florida Department of Transportation for Construction (milling and resurfacing) and
Construction Engineering Inspection (CEI) services for 6th Avenue from SR-5/US-1 to
21st Street.
8.C. 21-0387 CR 512 Bridge Repairs (FDOT #884078 & #884079) Release of Retainage and
Change Order No. 1, IRC -1727
Recommended Action: Staff recommends approval of Change Order No. 1 and payment of Contractor's
Application for Payment No. 5 to Proshot Concrete, Inc. in the amount of
$15,295.91 for release of retainage.
Attachments: Staff Report
Change Order No. 1
Approved staffs recommendation
8.D. 21-0390 FDEP Grant Agreement 21 IRI (Vero Beach Restoration - Sector 5 Construction and
Monitoring)
Recommended Action: Staff recommends the Board approve FDEP Grant Agreement No. 21IR1 for up to
$326,329.00 and authorize the Chairman to sign the Agreement on behalf of the
County. Following Board approval, the County will transmit the partially executed
Agreement to the State for final signatures. Upon receipt of the fully executed
original FDEP Grant Agreement 21IR1 from the State, staff will transmit to the
Clerk to the Board of County Commissioners for filing.
Attachments: Staff Report
FDEP Grant Agreement 211R1
Indian River County Grant For No. 211R1
Approved staffs recommendation
8.E. 21-0391 Approval of Egret Marsh Slide Gate Replacement Project Construction Contract
with Costello Brothers Marine Construction, Inc.
Recommended Action: Staff recommends the Board: 1. Approve award to the lowest apparent responsive
and responsible bidder, Costello Brothers Marine Construction, Inc. for
$108,186.96; 2. Authorize the Chairman to execute the agreement on behalf of the
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County, 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 - Costello
Sample Agreement
Approved staffs recommendation
8.F. 21-0393 FDOT Transportation Regional Incentive Program (TRIP) Supplemental
Agreement No. 2 for 66th Avenue Roadway Widening (49th Street to 69th Street)
FM No. 436379-1-54-01;436379-1-54-02 (IRC -1505)
Recommended Action: Staff recommends the Board of County Commissioners approve FDOT
Transportation Regional Incentive Program (TRIP) Supplemental Agreement No. 2
and Authorizing Resolution and authorize the Chairman to execute the same.
Attachments: Staff Report
Indian River County Grant Form
Authorizing Resolution
FDOT TRIP Supplemental Agreement No. 2
Approved staffs recommendation and Resolution 2021-029, authorizing the
Chairman's execution of Transportation Regional Incentive Program Supplemental
Agreement No. 2 with the Florida Department of Transportation for 66th Avenue
roadway widening from 49th Street to 69th Street for Construction and Construction
Engineering Inspection (CEI) services.
8.G. 21-0394 43rd Avenue Bridge Replacement Over S. Relief Canal (IRC -2014), Amendment
No. 1 to Work Order No. 33 with Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc.
Recommended Action: Staff recommends approval of Amendment No. 1 Work Oder No. 33 to
Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc., authorizing the professional services as outlined
in the Scope of Services and requests the Board authorize the Chairman to execute
Amendment No.I on their behalf for an amount not to exceed of $10,805.00.
Attachments: Staff Report
Amendment No.1 to Work Order 33
Approved staffs recommendation
8.H. 21-0399 The Reserve At Grand Harbor, Plat 33 - Request for 2 -Year Extension to Final Lift
of Asphalt Contract - Developer: GH Vero Beach Development LLC
Recommended Action: Approve the Second Modification to Contract for Construction for Final Lift of
Asphalt, Contract No. PD -13 -10 -03 -FLA (2001020101-77703) to extend the
completion date to December 16, 2022, and authorize the Chairman to execute
same. It is noted that the supporting cash security will continue to remain in
escrow.
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Attachments: Staff Report
Second Modification (extension)
Exhibit "A" to Second Modification
Approved staffs recommendation
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8.1. 21-0400 Cove At Falcon Trace PD Plat 1 - Request for 2 -Year Extension to Final Lift of
Asphalt Contract - Developer: D.R. Horton, Inc.
Recommended Action: Approve the Modification to Contract for Construction for Final Lift of Asphalt,
Contract No. PD -14 -07 -06 -FLA (2001050202-80548) to extend the completion
date to February 22, 2023, and authorize the Chairman to execute same.
Attachments: Staff Report
8.J. 21-0380
Recommended Action:
Attachments:
8.K. 21-0396
Modification to Contract
Exhibit "A" to Modification to Contract
Approved staffs recommendation
Work Order #9 Well Abandonment and Additional Testing
Staff recommends approval of Work Order Number 9 to Tetra Tech, Inc.,
authorizing Professional Services, in accordance with the 2018 Continuing
Consulting Engineering Services Agreement, outlined in Exhibit A (Scope of Work)
and requests the Board of County Commissioners to authorize the Chairman to
execute Work Order Number 9 on their behalf for a not to exceed amount of
$27,876.22
Staff Report
Tetra Tech Work Order #9
Approved staffs recommendation
Final Pay TLC Diversified, Inc. for South County Reverse Osmosis Water
Treatment Plant Blower Replacement
Recommended Action: Staff recommends that the Board of County Commissioners approve the final pay
application in the amount of $29,237.83, which includes the release of retainage to
TLC Diversified, Inc.
Attachments: Staff Report
Final Pay Application
Approved staffs recommendation
9. CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS and GOVERNMENTAL AGENCIES
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10. PUBLIC ITEMS
A. PUBLIC HEARINGS
B. PUBLIC DISCUSSION ITEMS
C. PUBLIC NOTICE ITEMS
County Attorney Dylan Reingold read the notices of public hearing into the
record.
10.C.1. 21-0388 Notice of Public Hearing Scheduled for April 20, 2021: Consideration of an
Ordinance to Amend the Zoning and accompanying Zoning Map for
approximately ±40.25 acres located south of and adjacent to 26th street
approximately ±775 feet east of 66th avenue and approximately ±700 feet west
of 58th avenue and north of the Indian River Mall, from PDTND, Planned
Development Traditional Neighborhood Design, to RM -8, Multiple Family
Residential District (up to 8 units per acre). (Quasi -Judicial)
Recommended Action: The referenced public hearing item is provided for the Board's information. No
action is needed at this time.
Attachments: Staff Report
No Action Taken or Required
10.C.2. 21-0389 Notice of Scheduled Public Hearing for April 20, 2021 for a Proposed FPL
Solar Energy Site (Quasi -Judicial)
Recommended Action: The referenced public notice item is provided for the Board's information. No
action is needed at this time.
Attachments: Staff Report
No Action Taken or Required
10.C.3. 21-0398 Notice of Scheduled Public Hearing on April 20, 2021, to Consider North
Sebastian Water and Sewer Phase 2, Resolution III (Legislative)
Recommended Action: The referenced public hearing item is provided for the Board of County
Commissioners' information. No action is needed at this time
Attachments: Staff Report
No Action Taken or Required
11. COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR MATTERS
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11.A. 21-0402 Update Regarding COVID-19 Vaccinations
Recommended Action: Discuss
Attachments: Staff Report
County Administrator Jason Brown provided an update on the status of COVID-19
vaccinations. He reported that 88 percent of County residents age 65 and older,
and more than 44 percent of all other residents had been vaccinated. Administrator
Brown noted that the County -administered vaccination rate had slowed due to the
availability of additional private outlets and lessened demand. He continued by
reporting that all of the wait list registrants had been scheduled, and that the
fairgrounds' mass -vaccination site would soon close with the Health Department
offering walk-in vaccinations instead.
Vice Chairman O'Bryan gave a favorable account of his vaccination experience at
the fairgrounds. Commissioner Earman thanked staff for their dedication.
No Action Taken or Required
113. 21-0411 American Recovery Plan Act of 2021 - Proposed Spending Plan
Recommended Action: Staff recommends that the Board consider the proposed spending plan (see
attachment) as further detailed above totaling $31,292,756, consider any changes,
and approve the attached plan (with any amendments as needed). Staff further
recommends that the Board authorize staff to submit the funding plan to the
Treasury Department, complete any documentation necessary to do so, and
authorize the Chair to execute any agreements with the funding partners that is
consistent with our Federal requirements.
Attachments: Staff Report - ARP
ARP Proposed Spending Plan
County Administrator Jason Brown presented the initial spending plan for the first
round of funding from the American Recovery Plan (ARP) Act of 2021. He noted
that the County and the municipalities would each receive their own allocation of
ARP funds directly.
Administrator Brown referred to staffs memorandum of April 5, 2021, as he
recounted specifics of the allocations in each of five (5) spending categories. He
added that with limited federal government guidelines, the County chose to focus
on long-term improvements in order to transition past emergency aid.
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Commissioner Moss expressed disappointment that nonprofit organizations were
not included in the distribution of funds. She proposed $1,000,000 be made
available to qualified 501(c)(3) groups to assist with operating costs, and suggested
using the Small Business Assistance Program criteria as a model. The
Commissioner reported that the Regional Director of the Florida Small Business
Development Center at Indian River State College (FSBDC at IRSC), Tom
Kindred, would process the applications for free.
Lengthy discussion ensued on the topic of nonprofit funding as each Commissioner
offered their input on subjects including the criteria for distributing funds, inclusion
of the County's municipalities, and the role of outside consultants.
Chairman Flescher expressed concern with putting staff in a position of playing
favorites by having to decide which of the County's almost 700 registered
nonprofits would receive funding.
County Administrator Jason Brown concurred with the need to specify an impartial
manner to process applications because nonprofits could not be filtered in the same
way as small businesses.
Commissioner Earman voiced unease that some worthy nonprofit 501(c)(4)
entities, like the Firefighter's Fair, would be excluded under the current criteria.
He too was unconvinced that Commissioner Moss' proposal contained an objective
method to choose among the hundreds of organizations.
Vice Chairman O'Bryan proposed vetting and verifying applicants by selecting only
those which had done business with the County or the United Way in the last ten
(10) years. He also supported limiting grants to those entities headquartered in the
unincorporated County since the municipalities would receive their own ARP funds
to distribute.
Commissioner Adams opened her comments by advocating for additional mental
health and substance abuse funding to help manage the aftereffects of the
pandemic. Regarding nonprofits, she favored focusing on those who had not yet
received assistance, and listed additional documentation, such as financial
statements and future plans, that should be required.
Commissioner Moss agreed on the need for more defined criteria, noted that
religious organizations would be ineligible, suggested awarding grants in the
amount of $5,000, and also mentioned incorporating criteria parameters from Mr.
Kindred of the FSBDC. The Commissioners and staff were not in favor of having
an outside entity like the FSBDC decide County policy, and were wary of the offer
for free application processing.
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Administrator Brown requested direction from the Board on the total funding
amount, and advised that staff would return to a future meeting with criteria for the
Board's approval.
Discussion returned to funding only those entities headquartered in the
unincorporated areas of the County, and directing other nonprofits to approach their
respective municipalities first for relief. Commissioner Moss suggested
disallowing organizations to receive ARP funds from both their city and the County.
Chairman Flescher requested staff return with a list of all nonprofits which met the
criteria for ARP grants to better evaluate the financial scope.
Commissioner Adams was in favor of providing $500,000 of ARP funds for grants
to nonprofit organizations, an additional $500,000 for mental health assistance, and
to have staff return with criteria culled from the discussion for Board approval.
Administrator Brown relayed staff s suggestion to fund the motion by reallocating
$500,000 from housing initiatives and $500,000 from broadband improvement.
Heather Stapleton, Executive Director, Vero Heritage, thanked the Board and noted
that nonprofits required multiple avenues of assistance to survive.
Janie Hoover, President, Main Street Vero Beach, acknowledged that the need was
always greater than the resources available to help. She thanked the Board for the
inspiration to approach the City of Vero Beach for funding.
A motion was made by Commissioner Adams, seconded by Commissioner Earman,
to approve staffs recommendation with the modification to reallocate $500,000 from
housing initiatives and $500,000 from the broadband improvements to be used for
additional mental health assistance and grants for small, nonprofit organizations.
Additionally, staff was directed to work on criteria for nonprofit grant disbursement
based on the Commissioner's comments and return to the Board with their
recommendation. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Chairman Fiescher, Vice Chairman O'Bryan, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner
Earman, and Commissioner Moss
The Chairman called for a recess at 11:10, and reconvened the meeting at 11:20,
with all members present.
12. DEPARTMENTAL MATTERS
A. Community Development
B. Emergency Services
C. General Services
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D. Human Resources
E. Information Technology
F. Office of Management and Budget
G Public Works
12.6.1. 21-0409 Designation of Trane U.S. Inc., as Sole Source Provider for HVAC Control
Systems, System Refurbishments, and Equipment Replacement
Recommended Action: Staff recommends the Board of County Commissioners declare Trane U.S. Inc.,
as the County's sole source provider for HVAC system controls, system
replacement and refurbishment at the Courthouse, Buildings A & B, Health
Department, Sheriffs Administration Building, IG Center, Main Library, North
County Library, and Sebastian Corners, and authorize the Purchasing Division
to issue Purchase Orders to Trane, as funds are authorized by the Budget Office,
and as the Trane Terms and Conditions are approved by the County Attorney as
to form and legal sufficiency.
Attachments: Staff
IRC Health Dept AHU and VAV Replacement Proposal
Proposal - Supplied Equipment
Courthouse AHU evaluation report
Vice Chairman O'Bryan requested that the Budget Department keep track of
how much business was being awarded to sole source providers. He
acknowledged that there were instances where sole source providers were
necessary, but was also cautious of the exception becoming the rule.
A motion was made by Commissioner Earman, seconded by Chairman Flescher,
to approve staffs recommendation. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman O'Bryan, Commissioner Adams,
Commissioner Earman, and Commissioner Moss
H. Utilities Services
13. COUNTY ATTORNEY MATTERS
13.A. 21-0383 Acquisition of Right -Of -Way for Phase II of 66th Avenue Improvements - Jeta
Ranch, LLC - 66th Avenue, Parcel 129
Recommended Action: Staff recommends the Board approve the Agreement to purchase and sell real estate
for the Jeta Ranch, LLC property and authorize the Chairman to execute all
documents on behalf of the Board to effectuate the purchase.
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Attachments: Staff Report
Exhibit "2" Agreement to purchase
Exhibit "A" Parcel 129 sketch/description
Exhibit "B" TCE & driveway agreement
Susan Prado, Assistant County Attorney, referred to staff s memorandum of April 7,
2021 as she pointed out the area of take and the make -goods negotiated for the
portion of Jeta Ranch, LLC needed for the 66th Avenue widening project.
A motion was made by Commissioner Adams, seconded by Chairman Flescher, to
approve staffs recommendation. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5- Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman O'Bryan, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner
Earman, and Commissioner Moss
13.B. 21-0404 Request for Waiver of Interest on Demolition Lien - Unity Development
Investments, LLC
Recommended Action: The County Attorney's Office recommends that the Indian River County Board of
County Commissioners waive 90% of accrued interest, so long as the lien plus 10%
of the interest for a total of $7,588.48 is paid within 120 days and once paid, that
the Board authorize the Chairman to execute a release of the lien.
Attachments: Staff Report
Deputy County Attorney Bill DeBraal recounted details of the overdue liens
attached to a vacant parcel located at 8720 92nd Avenue. He appeared before the
Board on behalf of a potential buyer, Mr. Juan Ortega, who requested a waiver of
the interest accrued on the demolition lien.
Mr. Juan Ortega, Unity Development Investments, LLC, (Unity) appeared via
Zoom and explained that his company was attempting to clear title to the property.
He requested the Board's approval to waive 90% the accrued interest, and Unity
would pay the demolition lien plus the remaining 10% interest.
Vice Chairman O'Bryan received confirmation that the property was not
homesteaded since it was vacant land. He then questioned whether the County
could foreclose on the property and then sell it to Mr. Ortega. Attorney DeBraal
advised that it could be done, but the process took several months and there were
associated costs. The Commissioner expressed discomfort that the property owner
would profit from the lot's sale after failing to pay multiple liens and the property
taxes.
Vice Chairman O'Bryan then requested that staff be more proactive in foreclosing
on properties which had long-standing liens so as not to reward the bad behavior of
negligent owners. County Attorney Dylan Reingold noted that historically the
County had been reluctant to pursue foreclosure in those cases.
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He agreed to work with staff to implement the Commissioner's request by
identifying non -homesteaded properties which had overdue demolition and/or code
enforcement liens.
A motion was made by Commissioner Adams, seconded by Chairman Flescher, to
approve staffs recommendation. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman O'Bryan, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner
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
14.E.1. 21-0408 Naming of Pavilion at Jones Pier Conservation Area to Ruth Stanbridge
Educational Pavilion
Recommended Action: Discussion
Attachments: Commissioner's Memorandum
Resolution 2011-042
Commissioner Laura Moss brought forward a suggestion to rename the
educational pavilion at Jones' Pier Conservation area in honor of Ruth
Stanbridge, President of the Indian River County Historical Society.
Commissioner Moss recounted Ms. Stanbridge's history of service to the
County.
Commissioner Adams expressed appreciation for the fortuitous nature of
Commissioner Moss' suggestion, as she had been working with staff to honor
Ms. Stanbridge upon completion of the Jones' Pier restoration. She read from
a prepared statement honoring Ms. Stanbridge for her advocacy in preserving
historically and environmentally unique locations throughout Indian River
County.
Chairman Flescher described Ms. Stanbridge as a driving force behind
maintaining the singular nature of Indian River County's historical sites. He
entered into discussion with Commissioner Adams regarding whether the scope
of the honor matched the magnitude of Ms. Stanbridge's contributions to the
County. Commissioner Adams agreed that Ms. Stanbridge had wide -reaching
interests, but felt the location and timing presented a perfect opportunity.
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Commissioner Earman questioned if the Jones' Pier pavilion was broad enough
a project to honor Ms. Stanbridge, but did support the recommendation.
Vice Chairman O'Bryan suggested renaming a portion of the Jungle Trail for
Ms. Stanbridge, since that location was so closely associated with her. He too
supported the pavilion renaming.
The following people spoke in appreciation for Ms. Stanbridge's dedication to
preserving the history of Indian River County:
Freddie Woolfork, Gifford Youth Achievement Center
Joseph Paladin, Real Estate Developer
Richard Baker, Pelican Island Audubon Society
Ruth Stanbridge thanked staff for their assistance in turning her preservation
ideas into reality.
Beth Powell, Assistant Director, Parks and Conservation Resources, described
Ms. Stanbridge a visionary for the County, and spoke of her involvement in
preserving the Jungle Trail.
A motion was made by Commissioner Moss, seconded by Commissioner Adams,
to approve naming the pavilion at Jones' Pier Conservation Area the Ruth
Stanbridge Educational Pavilion. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5- Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman O'Bryan, Commissioner Adams,
Commissioner Earman, and Commissioner Moss
15. SPECIAL DISTRICTS AND BOARDS
A. Emergency Services District
The Board of County Commissioners reconvened as the Board of Commissioners
of the Solid Waste Disposal District. Those minutes will be approved at an
upcoming Solid Waste Disposal District meeting.
B. Solid Waste Disposal District
A motion was made by Vice Chairman O'Bryan, seconded by Commissioner
Earman, to approve the January 19, 2021 and February 02, 2021 Solid Waste
Disposal District Meeting Minutes as written. The motion carried by the
following vote:
Aye: 5 - Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman O'Bryan, Commissioner Adams,
Commissioner Earman, and Commissioner Moss
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152.1. 21-0366 Approval of Minutes Meeting of January 19, 2021
Recommended Action: Approve
Attachments: 01192021 SWDD Draft
Approved
152.2. 21-0375 Approval of Meeting Minutes February 02, 2021
Recommended Action: Approve
Attachments: 02022021SWDD Draft
Approved
153.3. 21-0405 Approval of Work Change Directive and Final Pay to Summit Construction of
Vero Beach, LLC
Recommended Action: Solid Waste Disposal District staff recommends that its Board approve the
following: a) Approve Work Change Directive with Summit Construction of
Vero Beach, LLC, for $14,839 to install additional concrete footing and
thickened edge, and authorize the Chairman to execute the same, as presented;
and, b) Approve Final Pay to Summit Construction of Vero Beach, LLC of
$51,042
Attachments: Staff Report
Summit Work Change Directive and Final Invoice
There was no discussion regarding this item.
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
15. BA. 21-0406 Approval of Final Pay to Timothy Rose Contracting, Inc.
Recommended Action: Solid Waste Disposal District staff recommends that its Board approve final pay
to Timothy Rose Contracting, Inc. of $55,000
Attachments: Staff Report
Timothy Rose Contracting Final Invoice
There was no discussion regarding this item.
A motion was made by Vice Chairman O'Bryan, seconded by Commissioner
Earman, to approve staffs recommendation. 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
C. Environmental Control Board
16. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, the Chairman adjourned the meeting at 12:14 p.m.
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ATTEST:
Jeffrey R. Smith, CPA, CGFO, CGMA
Clerk of Circuit Court and Comptroller
By. 4F , 11-72a&
Deputy Clerk
BCC/RW/2021 Minutes
Approved: June 8, 2021
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