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HomeMy WebLinkAbout11/09/2021Indian River County Florida Indian River County Administration Complex 1801 27th Street, Building A Vero Beach, Florida, 32060-3388 www.ircgov.com Meeting Minutes - Final Tuesday, November 9, 2021 9:00 AM Commission Chambers This meeting can be attended virtually via Zoom. Instructions can be found included with this agenda and also online at www.ircgov.com. Board of County Commissioners Joseph E. Flescher, Chairman, District 2 Peter D. O'Bryan, Vice Chairman, District 4 Susan Adams, District 1 Joseph H. Earman, District 3 Laura Moss, District 5 Jason E. Brown, County Administrator Dylan Reingold, County Attorney Jeffrey R. Smith, Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller Randi Wardlow, Deputy Clerk Board of County Commissioners Meeting Minutes - Final November 9, 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 Rabbi Michael Birnholz, Temple Beth Shalom 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Commissioner Joseph E. Flescher, Chairman 4. ADDITIONS/DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA / EMERGENCY ITEMS Replaced: Backup pages under Item l O.B.2. Miscellaneous Budget Amendment A motion was made by Vice Chairman O'Bryan, seconded by Chairman Flescher, to approve the Agenda as amended. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 5- Chairman Flescher, VicB Chairman O'Bryan, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner Earman, and Commissioner Moss 5. PROCLAMATIONS and PRESENTATIONS 5.A. 21-0955 Presentation of Proclamation Designating November 11th, 2021, as Veterans Day Recommended Action: Read and Present Attachments: Proclamation Chairman Flescher expressed appreciation to all veterans for their service, then read and presented the Proclamation to Father Dave Newhart, Chairman, Veterans Council of Indian River County. Father Dave provided details of the memorial ceremonies being held at Veterans Memorial Island Sanctuary and Riverview Park in Sebastian. Read and Presented 6. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 7. INFORMATION ITEMS FROM STAFF OR COMMISSIONERS NOT REQUIRING BOARD ACTION 7.A. 21-1035 Proclamation Honoring James Patterson on His Retirement From Indian River Indian River County Florida Page 1 Board of County Commissioners Meeting Minutes - Final November 9, 2021 County Board of County Commissioners Department of Public Works, Road & Bridge Division, with Thirty -Two Years of Service Recommended Action: Informational Only Attachments: Proclamation No Action Taken or Required 7.B. 21-0969 Proclamation for Wayne Bibeau on his Retirement from the Property Appraiser's Office After Thirty Five Years of Public Service Recommended Action: Informational Only Attachments: Proclamation Wayne Bibeau No Action Taken or Required 7.C. 21-1021 4th Quarter FY 2020/2021 Budget Report Recommended Action: No Action Required Attachments: Staff Report 4th Quarter Budget Report No Action Taken or Required 7.D. 21-1031 Affordable Housing Advisory Committee Vacancy Attachments: Staff Report Resignation (AHAC) - Mark Seeberg No Action Taken or Required 7.E. 21-1033 Affordable Housing Advisory Committee Vacancy Attachments: Staff Resignation (AHAC) - Sherd Vittitoe No Action Taken or Required 7.F. 21-1044 Florida Public Service Commission Final Order PSC-2020-0409-FOF-EI granting FPL and FCG approval for authority to issue and sell securities; FPL and FCG to file a consummation report within 90 days of the end of any fiscal year in which it issues any securities; docket to remain open to monitor the issuance and/or sale of securities until FPL and FCG submit and staff has reviewed the consummation report; Indian River County Florida Page 2 Board of County Commissioners Meeting Minutes - Final November 9, 2021 docket to be closed administratively, a copy is on file in the Clerk to the Board Recommended Action: Information Only No Action Taken or Required 8. CONSENT AGENDA A motion was made by Commissioner Moss, seconded by Vice Chairman O'Bryan, to approve the Consent Agenda as amended, pulling Items 8.C. and 8.F. 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. 21-1029 Sebastian Inlet Technical Advisory Committee Assistance, APTIM Work Order No. 2018008-03 Recommended Action: Staff recommends the Board of County Commissioners (Board) approve APTIM Work Order No. 2018008-3 in the amount of $13,054.00 for technical coastal engineering services associated with the support of the County's participation in the Sebastian Inlet Technical Advisory Committee. In addition, staff recommends that the Board authorize th,- Chairman to execute Work Order No. 2018008-3 Attachments: Staff Report APTIM Work Order No. 2015008-3 Work Order No. 2018009-3 execution form Approved staffs recommendation 8.B. 21-1037 TD Bank - Banking Services Agreement Renewal Recommended Action: Approve the agreement renewal and authorize the Chairman -o execute any related documents. Attachments: Finance Department Staff Report TD Bank Contract Renewal Approved staffs recommendation 8.C. 21-1038 Agreement with USDA -APHIS Wildlife Services Recommended Action: Staff recommends tha the BCC authorize the Cooperative Services Agreement between Indian River County and the United States Department of Agriculture Animal and Plant Health Inspection Services (APHIS) Wildlife Services (WS) in the total lump sum of $10.364.00. Additionally, staffrecom_nends that the BCC authorize the Chairman to execute the agreement Indian River County Florida Page 3 Board of County Commissioners Meeting Minutes - Final November 9, 2021 Attachments: Staff Report Predation Map Frequency of Predated Nests Agreement Commissioner Laura Moss questioned the cost to remove a number of coyotes which had predated sea turtle nests in the North County area. Commissioner Earman provided informat°on regarding coyotes, and added that he thought the cost was reasonable. A motion was made by Commissioner Moss, 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 8.D. 21-1046 NexusWorx - Fiber Dccumentation System - Project Phase -3 Recommended Action: Staff recommends that the IRC Board of County Commissioners waive the requirement for bids, approve funding in the amount of $104,750 for Byers Engineering and $127,353.72 for Gerelcom Inc., to complete Phase 3 of the NexusWorx - Fiber mapping project, and authorize the Purchasing Division to issue the required purchase orders each of these organizations. Attachments: Staff Report NexusWorx Phase 3 - Byers Engineering Inc. Proposal NexusWorx Phase 3 - Gerelcom Inc. Proposal Approved staffs recommendation 8.E. 21-1048 One-year extension of agreement between Indian River County (IRC) and AT&T Recommended Action: Staff recommends that the IRC Board of County Commissioners approve the one-year contract term extension in order to maintain the current price structure for these AT&T Teleccmmunications services and authorize the Information Technology Department to issue the required notices to AT&T Attachments: Staff Report Contract Extension for E911 & PSAP Svcs Contract Extension for Centrex Svcs Sebastian Contract Extension for Centrex & PRI Svcs VB Approved staffs recommendation 8.F. 21-1051 DISH Network Cell S-te Lease Agreement Recommended action: Staff recommends that the Board approve the lease agreement and authorize the Indian River County Florida Page 4 Board of County Commissioners Meeting Minutes - Final November 9, 2021 Chairman to execute the lease and any associated lease documentation and permits Attachments: Staff Report Lease Agreement Commissioner Laura Moss questioned the terms of a cell site lease agreement, and asked whether a shorter term lease would be better for the County. County Administrator Jason Brown provided rationale for the contract terms, which had been vetted by the County's technology consultant. Dan Russell, Information Technology Director, confirmed Administrator Brown's explanation that leases of this type were oftentimes lengthy to recoup initial investments; he went on to inform the Board of the current state of the market regarding escalation clauses. A motion was made by Commissioner Moss, seconded by Vice Chairman O'Bryan, 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 9. CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS and GOVERNMENTAL AGENCIES 9.A. 21-1026 Indian River County Supervisor of Elections Leslie Rossway Swan re: Annual Fiscal Report for the Year Ended September 30, 2021 Recommended Action: Accept the Report Attachments: Excess Fee Refund Supervisor of Elections Supervisor of Elections Leslie Rossway Swan discussed the challenges her office faced while running elections safely during the Covid pandemic. She presented the Board with a check for $9,382.39 in returned funds. Vice Chairman O'Bryan commended Ms. Swan and her staff for the exemplary way they handled elections in the County. A motion was made by Commissioner Moss, seconded by Chairman Flescher, to accept the Annual Fiscal Report for the Supervisor of Elections Office for the Year Ended September 30, 2021. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 5- Chairman Flesche-, Vice Chairman O'Bryan, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner Earman, and Commissioner Moss 93. 21-1025 Indian River County Clerk of Circuit Court & Comptroller Jeffrey R. Smith re: Annual Report and Excess Fees for the Year Ended September 30, 2021 Recommended Action: Accept the Report Indian River County Florida Page 5 Board of County Commissioners Meeting Minutes - Final November 9, 2021 Attachments: Excess Fees Report Clerk of Court Jeffrey R. Smith, Clerk of the Court and Comptroller, presented a check for $356,853.95 in excess fees for non -court operations. He thanked his staff, as well as the Board and County staff for their assistance and supportive relationship. Mr. Smith closed by announcing the debut of a new website, www.indianriverclerk.com. Chairman Flescher thanked Mr. Smith for his conservative fiscal approach to managing the County's funds. A motion was made by Commissioner Adams, seconded by Commissioner Moss, to accept the Annual Fiscal Report for the Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller for the Year Ended September 30, 2021 The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 5- Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman O'Bryan, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner Earman, and Commissioner Moss 9.C. 21-1024 Indian River County Tax Collector Carole Jean Jordan re: Annual Fiscal Report for the Year Ended September 30, 2021 Recommended Action: Accept the Report Attachments: Annual Fiscal Report Tax Collector Excess Fee Report Tax -Collector Indian River County Tax Collector Carole Jean Jordan discussed the past year's state of tax collections, noting that the introduction of e -checks had made her office more efficient. She thanked her staff for their extra effort this past year. Ms. Jordan presented a check for $2,444,665.58, and received thanks from the Board. A motion was made by Vice Chairman. O'Bryan, seconded by Commissioner Earman, to accept the Annual Fiscal Report for the Tax Collector's Office for the Year Ended September 30, 2021. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 5- Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman O'Bryan, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner Earman, and Commiss'oner Moss 9.D. 21-1023 Indian River County Sheriff Eric Flowers re: Annual Fiscal Report for the Year Ended September 30, 2021 Recommended Action: Accept the Report Attachments: Reversion Fees IRSO Indian River County Sheriff Eric Flowers presented a check in the amount of $1,036,015.73, and discussed his first year as Sheriff. He then requested that $660,287 be returned as a budget amendment to cover Covid-related purchase orders which were still outstanding. Indian River County Florida Page 6 Board of County Commissioners Meeting Minutes - Final November 9, 2021 County Administrator Jason Brown thanked Sheriff Flowers for his cooperation, and noted that typically funds were not rolled over. In light of Covid-related delays, however, an exception would be made. A motion was made by Vice Chairman O'Bryan, seconded by Chairman Flescher, to accept the Annual Fiscal Report for the Sheriffs Office for the Year Ended September 30, 2021. Additionally, staff was directed to return to the Board with a Budget Amendment for the rollover of funds. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 5- Chairman Flescher. Vice Chairman O'Bryan, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner Earman, and Commissioner Moss 9.E. 21-1022 Indian River County P-roperty Appraiser Wesley Davis re: Annual Fiscal Report for the Year Ended September 30, 2021 Recommended Action: Accept the Report Attachments: Annual Report Property Appraiser Indian River County Property Appraiser Wesley Davis presented a return of $106,572.00 to the taxoayers, even in light of budget cuts. He credited investments in technology which allowed staff to process information more expediently. Mr. Davis continued by highlighting metrics from the Property Appraiser's revamped website which was responsible for reducing his department's operating costs. He also provided a handout which translated the return on investment the technology had provid--d. A motion was made by Vice Chairman O'Bryan, seconded by Chairman Flescher, to accept the Annual Fiscal Report for the Property Appraiser's Office for the Year Ended September 30, 2021. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 5- Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman O'Bryan, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner Earman, and Commissioner Moss 10. PUBLIC ITEMS PROOF OF PUBLICATION FOR THESE HEARINGS IS ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE CLERK TO THE BOARD. A. PUBLIC HEARINGS 10.A.1. 21-1039 Public Hearing and Discussion of 2021 Redistricting of County Commissioner Districts Recommended Action: County staff recommends that the Chairman open the public hearing, take public input, and close the public hearing, and that the Board then discuss the proposal and provide initial feedback to staff, so that staff can move forward toward the preparation and submittal of a final proposal for adoption on December 7th. Indian River County Florida Page 7 Board of County Commissioners Meeting Minutes - Final November 9, 2021 Attachments: Staff Report IRC Redistricting Proposed Plan 1b IRC Redistricting Proposed Plan 1b Overlay Existing County Attorney Dylan Reingold referred to staffs memo dated November 2, 2021, which provided a recap of the efforts related to redistricting thus far. Attorney Reingold then turned the meeting over to Paige Lester, GIS Analyst, who presented Proposal 1B which implemented revisions approved by the Board during the October 19, 2021 BCC meeting. Attorney Reingold returned with a summary of community concerns expressed at the workshop held in the Gifford community on November 1, 2021. He concluded that the concerns raised extended beyond the scope of redistricting, and vowed to continue meeting with community leaders. County Administrator Jason Brown discussed the comments voiced regarding changes to the geographical boundaries of Gifford on the Census Designated Place map. He sough: to clarify the basis for staffs actions, and stated his intent to work in collaboration with Gifford community leaders to improve their community. The Chairman opened the public hearing. The following residents addressed the Board: Anthony Stewart, Southern Christian Leadership Conference Valerie Brant -Wilson Ed Dodd, Mayor, Sebastian Freddie Woolfork, Director, Progressive Civic League of Gifford In response to a request from Mr. Stewart concerning incorporated townships, Vice Chairman O'Bryan agreed to direct staff to contact Indian River County's State Representatives regarding the possibility of incorporating Gifford into a town, as well as having Attorney Reingold research the matter. There being no further speakers, the Chairman closed the public hearing. The Commissioners provided final comments; there were no changes to redistricting Proposal 113. A motion was made by Vice Chairman O'Bryan, seconded by Chairman Flescher, to approve Alternate Plan 1 B for final adoption at the December 7, 2021 Board meeting. Additionally, the County Attorney was directed to research laws pertaining to the establishment of Gifford as an Incorporated Township, as well as contacting State Representatives for direction on legislative avenues to establish Gifford Township. Indian River County Florida Page 8 Board of County Commissioners Meeting Minutes - Final November 9, 2021 The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 5- Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman O'Bryan, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner Earrian, and Commissioner Moss 10.A.2. 21-1040 Miscellaneous Budget Amendment 012 Recommended Action: Staff recommends the Board of County Commissioners approve the budget amendment resolution amending the fiscal year 2020-2021 budget. Attachments: Staff Report Resolution Exhibit "A" NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Florida Statute Management and Budget Director Kristin Daniels referred to staffs memo dated October 30, 2021, as she presented Budget Amendment 12. She noted that the State statute required a public hearing whenever the budget was amended using cash. The Chairman opened the public hearing. There being no speakers, the Chairman closed the public hearing. A motion was made by Vice Chairman O'Bryan, seconded by Commissioner Adams, to approve Resolution 2021-075, amending the Fiscal Year 2020-2021 Budget. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 5- Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman O'Bryan, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner Earman, and Commissioner Moss B. PUBLIC DISCUSSION ITEMS C. PUBLIC NOTICE ITEMS 11. COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR MATTERS 12. DEPARTMENTAL MATTERS A. Community Development B. Emergency Services C. General Services D. Human Resources E. Information Technology Indian River County Florida Page 9 Board of County Commissioners Meeting Minutes - Final November 9, 2021 F. Office of Management and Budget G Public Works H. Utilities Services 12.11.1. 21-1032 Resolution to Adopt N'e'ater, Sewer, and Reclaimed Rates, Fees, and Other Charges Recommended action: Staff recommends that the Board of County Commissioners vote to approve the resolution as drafted, thereby adopting the utility rate increase to go into effect immediately Attachments: Staff Report Schedule of Wafter and Sewer Rates Fees Proposed resolutior, Comparison of existing versus new rates Matt Jordan, Interim Director of Utility Services, presented the proposed three (3) percent utility rate increase based on the Consumer Price Index, as recommended by a rate study performed by Raftelis Financial Consultants. The Board was in agreement that the increases were modest and reasonable. In response to a question from Commissioner Flescher, Utility Finance Manager Cindy Corrente advised that 95 percent of County residents were able to have their water meters read electronically. Ms. Corrente informed of the efforts to notify residents of the rate increase, as well as planned technology improvements. A motion was made by Vice Chairman O'Bryan, seconded by Commissioner Adams, to approve Resolution 2021-076, establishing revised Indian River County Department of Utility Services (IRCDUS) rate schedule. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 5- Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman O'Bryan, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner Earman, and Commissioner Moss 13. COUNTY ATTORNEY MATTERS 13.A. 21-1027 Solar Facilities Land Development Regulation Recommended Action: The County Attorney recommends that the Board authorize the County Attorney's Office to draft an ordinance allowing solar facilities as a permitted use in the agricultural districts and schedule such ordinance for public hearings. Attachments: Staff Report Indian River County Florida Page 10 Board of County Commissioners Meeting Minutes - Final November 9, 2021 County Attorney Dylan Reingold reported on Senate Bill (SB) 896, enacted during the 2021 Legislative session, which required solar facilities to be a permitted use in all agricultural zoning districts in unincorporated areas. He advised that the County currently allowed solar facilities as a special exception use, and that he would need the Board's approval to return with an Ordinance which would bring the County into compliance with SB 896. Chairman Flescher noted that the latest Florida Power and Light (FPL) solar field required only approval from the Planning and Zoning Commission due to this new legislation. 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: 5- Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman O'Bryan, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner Earman, and Commissioner Moss 13.13. 21-1043 Chapter 164 Mediation Update Attachments: Staff Report 10.25.21 Ltr fm COVB - Com Flescher 10.27.21 Emal fm Dylan Reingold to John Turner County Attorney Dylan Reingold discussed the latest developments in the ongoing dispute resolution process with the City of Vero Beach (City) regarding provision of water and sewer services to Indian River Shores. In a letter to the County dated October 25, 2021, the City sent notice that it wanted to move to the mediation phase of the resolution process. Attorney Reingold advised the Board that based on his interpretation of the State statutes, the decision to move forward with mediation should be discussed during a public meeting rather than in a letter. He believed a public meeting also would allow clarification of the County's position, and he recommended scheduling another public meeting. Board discussion ensued with support expressed for Attorney Reingold's suggestion for an additional meeting with the City. A motion was made by Commissioner Earman, seconded by Chairman Flescher, to approve the County Attorney's recommendation to schedule an additional meeting with the City of Vero Beach. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 5- Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman O'Bryan, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner Earman, and Commissioner Moss Indian River County Florida Page 11 Board of County Commissioners Meeting Minutes - Final November 9, 2021 U.C. 21-1028 Affordable Housing Advisory Committee Alternate Recommended Action: County staff recommends that the Board appoint Beth Mitchell to serve as the Planning and Zoning Commission alternate on the Affordable Housing Advisory Committee. Attachments: Staff Report County Attorney Dylan Reingold presented the recommendation to add an alternate position to the Affordable Housing Advisory Committee (AHAC) in an effort to ensure there were enough members to reach a quorum. Staff recommended Beth Mitchell to serve as the Planning and Zoning Commissioner alternate on the AHAC. 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 Commiss oner Moss 13.D. 21-1054 Affordable Housing Advisory Committee Appointment - Not -for -Profit Provider of Affordable Housing Recommended Action: County staff recommends that the Board appoint Jeff Francisco to serve as the as the citizen who is actively engaged as a not-for-profit provider of affordable housing on the Affordable Housing Advisory Committee. Attachments: Staff Report Attorney Dylan Reingold informed that Sheryl S. Vittoe had resigned from her position on the Affordable Housing Advisory Committee (AHAC). He recommended waiving the 30 -day wait -time to appoint a new member in light of year-end State deadlir_e requirements. Staff recommended Jeff Francisco to fill the position of the citizen who is actively engaged as a not-for-profit provider of affordable housing on the AHAC. 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 13.E. 21-1055 Affordable Housing Advisory Committee Appointment - citizen who is a real estate professional in connection with affordable housing Recommended Action: County staff recommends that the Board appoint Kenneth "Chip" Landers, Jr. to serve as the as the citizen who is a real estate professional in connection with affordable housing or. the Affordable Housing Advisory Committee Indian River County Florida Page 12 Board of County Commissioners Meeting Minutes - Final November 9, 2021 Attachments: Staff Report Resume - Kenneth (Chip) Landers County Attorney Dyla-i Reingold presented staffs recommendation for Kenneth "Chip" Landers, Jr. to fill the vacant position of citizen who is a real estate professional in connection with affordable housing on the Affordable Housing Advisory Committee. 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 14. COMMISSIONERS MATTERS A. Commissioner Joseph E. Flescher, Chairman 14.A.1. 21-1042 Discussion on Indian River County Joining the Small County Coalition Recommended Action: Discuss Attachments: Commissioner's Memo Letter from SCC SCC Membership Designation Form Chairman Flescher referred to his memo dated November 2, 2021, which provided the details and rationale for having the County join the Small County Coalition. A motion was made by Vice Chairman O'Bryan, seconded by Commissioner Adams, to approve Indian River County joining the Small County Coalition as a participating member. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 5- Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman O'Bryan, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner Earman, and Commissioner Moss Following the decision to join the Small County Coalition (Coalition), Chairman Flescher sought to secure committee appointments. He recommended Legisla_ive Affairs and Communications Manager Kathleen Keenan to serve as the Staff Representative. Commissioner Adams volunteered to serve as the Committee Representative, and recommended Commissioner Earman to serve as the Committee Alternate. Commissioner Earman spoke favorably of the Coalition's work. A motion was made by Commissioner Adams, seconded by Chairman Flescher, to approve appointing Commissioner Adams as the Committee Representative, Indian River County Florida Page 13 Board of County Commissioners Meeting Minutes - Final November 9, 2021 and Commissioner Earman as the Committee Alternate to the Small County Coalition's (SCC) Board of Directors; additionally, appoint Legislative Affairs and Communications Manager Kathleen Keenan as the Staff Representative to the SCC. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 5- Chairman Flescher. Vice Chairman O'Bryan, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner Earman, and Commissioner Moss B. Commissioner Peter D. O'Bryan, Vice Chairman 14.6.1. 21-1049 FAU Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute's 50th Anniversary Recommended Action: Discussion Attachments: Commissioner's Memorandum Email from FAU Harbor Branch Oceanograpic Institute Harbor Branch 50th Events Harbor Branch Rep'y Harbor Branch Sponsorship Brochure Vice Chairman O'Bryan proposed making a one-time contribution to Florida Atlantic University (FAU) Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute in honor of its 50th Anniversary. The Vice Chairman noted that the Institute was a valued community partner which provided important information regarding the Indian River Lagoon. The Board expressed agreement that the one-time contribution was warranted. A motion was made by Vice Chairman O'Bryan, seconded by Chairman Flescher, to approve a one-time donation in the amount of $2,500 in support of FAU Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute's 50th Anniversary. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 5- Chairman Flesche-, Vice Chairman O'Bryan, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner Earman, and Commissioner Moss C. Commissioner Susan Adams 14.C.1. 21-1047 Proposed Broadband Resolution Recommended Action: Discussion Attachments: Commissioner's Memorandum Sample Broadbanc Resolution Commissioner Adams requested support of the Florida Association of Counties' Access 67 Broadband Initiative which sought to provide access to high speed internet throughout Florida. Indian River County Florida Page 14 Board of County Commissioners Meeting Minutes - Final November 9, 2021 The Commissioners expressed support for the Resolution of Support. A motion was made by Commissioner Adams, seconded by Chairman Flescher, to approve Resolution 2021-077, supporting the Florida Association of Counties' Access 67 Initiative for affordable and reliable high-speed internet throughout Florida. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 5- Chairman Flescher. Vice Chairman O'Bryan, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner Earman, and Commissioner Moss D. Commissioner Joseph H. Earman E. Commissioner Laura Moss 15. SPECIAL DISTRICTS AND BOARDS The Board 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. A. Emergency Services District B. Solid Waste Disposal District A motion was made by Commissioner Adams, seconded by Vice Chairman O'Bryan, to approve the Solid Waste Disposal District Budget Workshop Minutes of July 14, 2021; the Preliminary Budget Hearing Minutes of September 15, 2021; and the Final Budget Hearing Minutes of September 22, 2021. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 5- Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman O'Bryan, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner Ear-nan, and Commissioner Moss 15.6.1. 21-1015 Approval of Budget Workshop Minutes July 14, 2021 Recommended Action: Approve Attachments: 07142021 SWDD B.adgetWorkshop Draft Approved 15.8.2. 21-1017 Approval of Minutes Preliminary Budget Hearing of September 15, 2021 Recommended Action: Approve Attachments: 09152021 SWDD Prelim Bdgt Draft Approved 15.B.3. 21-1018 Approval of Minttes Final Budget Hearing of September 22, 2021 Recommended Action: Approve Indian River County Florida Page 15 Board of County Commissioners Meeting Minutes - Final November 9, 2021 Attachments: 09222021 SWDD Final Bdqt Draft Approved 15.B.4. 21-1034 Approval for Sale of SWDD Property to MWI Recommended Action: Solid Waste Disposal District (SWDD) staff recommends that its Board approve MWI's offer to purchase the 10 -acre parcel and authorize the Chairman to sign the Contract, County Deed, and any other closing documents on behalf of the SWDD Board Attachments: Staff Report Letter from MWI - March 24 2021 Letter from MWI - July 19 2021 Agreement to Purchase and Sell Real Estate Himanshu Mehta, Managing Director of the Solid Waste Disposal District, presented Moving Water Industries' (MWI) offer to purchase 10 acres of a 39.75 acre County -owned parcel adjacent to their existing property located at 7577 SW 9th Avenue. Director Mehta explained that MWI planned to expand their manufacturing facility and add new jobs; he also detailed the three factors used to evaluate the purchase offer and recommended approval. Chairman Flescher expressed excitement for MWI's expansion. Marc Boudet, Vice President of Sales, MWI, discussed MWI's expansion plans Valerie Brant -Wilson, County resident, spoke in support of additional manufacturing jobs 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: 5- Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman O'Bryan, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner Earman, and Commissioner Moss 15.B.5. 21-1045 Amendment No. 3 to Sitecrafters of Florida Recommended Action: Solid Waste Disposal District staff recommends that its Board approve Amendment No. 3 to Sitecrafters of Florida, Inc., and authorize the Chairman to sign the agreement after review and approval by the County Attorney as to form and legal suf-iciency Attachments: Staff Report Amendment No 3 tc Sitecrafters of Florida Inc Letter from Sitecrafters There was no discussion regarding this item. Indian River County Florida Page 16 Board of County Commissioners Meeting Minutes - Final November 9, 2021 A motion was made by Vice Chairman O'Bryan, seconded by Commissioner Earman, to approve staffs recommendation. The motion passed by the following vote: 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 12:04 p.m. Indian River County Florida Page 17 Board of County Commissioners Meeting Minutes — Final November 9 2021 ATTEST: ��"794- Jeffrey R. i , CGFO, CGMA Clerk of Circuit Court and Comptroller By:OAAA - l'0 -e -ll `6'(C.. Deputy Clerk BCC/RW/2021 Minutes COhrM�• e Peter O'Bryan, Chairman Approved: February 1, 2022 Indian River County Florida Page 18