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Meeting Minutes - Final
Tuesday, April 5, 2022
9:00 AM
Commission Chambers
Board of County Commissioners
Peter O'Bryan, Chairman, District 4
Joseph H. Earman, Vice Chairman, District 3
Susan Adams, District 1
Joseph Flescher, District 2
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 April 5, 2022
1. CALL TO ORDER
Present: 5- Chairman Peter O'Bryan
Vice Chairman Joe Earman
Commissioner Susan Adams
Commissioner Joseph Flescher
Commissioner Laura Moss
2.A. A MOMENT OF SILENT REFLECTION FOR FIRST RESPONDERS AND MEMBERS OF
THE ARMED FORCES
2.B. INVOCATION
Pastor Joe Moore, Rivers of Living Water Rhema Word Ministries, Inc.
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Dylan Reingold, County Attorney
4. ADDITIONSIDELETIONS TO THE AGENDA/ EMERGENCY ITEMS
Moved: Item S.B. to be heard prior to Item S.A.
Moved: Item 14.13.1. to be heard following Item S.E.
A motion was made by Commissioner Flescher, seconded by Commissioner Moss, to
approve the Agenda as amended. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5- Chairman O'Bryan, Vice Chairman Earman, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner
Flescher, and Commissioner Moss
5. PROCLAMATIONS and PRESENTATIONS
5.A. 22-0187 Presentation of Proclamation Designating the Month of April, 2022 as Child Abuse
Prevention Month
Recommended Action: Recommend Read and Present
Attachments: Proclamation
Joe Walsh, Exchange Club of the Treasure Coast, appeared with fellow Exchange
Club members to accept the Proclamation and discuss the Club's mission to raise
funds to aid in the prevention of child abuse.
Matt Markley, CEO, Hibiscus Children's Center, thanked the Board for their
support, and discussed the programs and facilities the organization provides to
children and teens in Indian River County.
Read and Presented by Commissioner Adams
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5.B. 22-0199 Presentation of Proclamation Designating April 22, 2022 as Earth Day 2022
Recommended Action: Read and Present
Attachments: Proclamation
Sue Flak, Recycling Education Coordinator, represented a group from the Solid
Waste Disposal District in receiving the Proclamation. She detailed the upcoming
events planned in celebration of Earth Day, including appearances by recycling
mascot Carter, who was also present. At the Chairman's request, Ms. Flak
provided an update on the success of the Fellsmere Fridge food bank program
which diverts good food to the community.
Read and Presented by Vice Chairman Earman
5.C. 22-0234 Presentation of Proclamation Designating April 24-30, 2022, as Crime Victims'
Rights Week in Indian River County
Recommended action: Read and Present
Attachments: Proclamation
Indian River County Victims' Rights Coalition Chairman Paul Zelno accepted the
Proclamation and described the services the Coalition provides to victims of
crimes. He announced details of the April 28, 2022 Victims' Rights Vigil at
Veteran's Memorial Island Sanctuary.
Indian River County Sheriff Eric Flowers expressed appreciation for the Board's
support in considering the difficulties of crime and abuse victims. Commissioner
Flescher thanked the all -volunteer Victims' Rights Coalition, and the many
volunteers throughout the County.
Read and Presented by Commissioner Flescher
5.D. 22-0270 Presentation from Parabel
Recommended Action: No action required
Helene Caseltine, Economic Development Director, Indian River County Chamber
of Commerce, introduced representatives from a food -tech startup which was
expanding in the County.
Frank Jimenez, CEO, Parabel Nutrition, Inc., utilized a video and PowerPoint slides
to inform the Board of the company's aquaculture plant business in Fellsmere. He
provided details of Parabel's business model which planned to produce sustainable
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plant -based nutrition through the harvesting and processing of Lemnaceae (water
lentils). Mr. Jimenez estimated a June opening for Parabel's new production
facility.
Juli D'Aloia, Chief Human Resources Officer, advised that the company had many
job openings which encompassed a variety of skill levels.
Presented
5.E. 22-0268 Presentation by the Nopetro Eco District, LLC: Update on Design and
Development of the Renewable Natural Gas Plant
Recommended Action: No action required
Alain Castro, Managing Partner, Indian River Eco -District (IRED), addressed the
Board regarding the IRED's renewable natural gas (RNG) production facility before
introducing Jorge Herrera, CEO, Nopetro LLC. Mr. Herrera continued with a
PowerPoint presentation which provided information on the renewable natural gas
industry, site logistics, production methods, plans for the Nopetro Eco -District
partnership, and strides made to the County's contribution of conforming gas.
Chairman O'Bryan entered into discussion with Mr. Herrera and received
clarification on the analysis of the County's gas contribution, as well as details of
the construction and capacity for the planned Nopetro RNG conversion facility. The
Chairman also received confirmation that Nopetro expected to meet its planned
June 2023 start date.
Himanshu Mehta, Managing Director, Solid Waste Disposal District, discussed
plans to meet the required quality specifications for the landfill gas the County
would supply for conversion to natural gas. Director Mehta also provided an update
to the Board on his department's leachate removal project. Commissioner Adams
added her support for the project.
Mr. Herrera noted that his company planned for a long-term partnership with the
County and commended staff for their work. Mr. Castro closed the presentation
with a projected vision for the future of the RNG project.
Presented
6. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A motion was made by Commissioner Flescher, seconded by Commissioner Adams,
to approve the Regular Meeting Minutes of February 1, 2022 and February 8, 2022 as
written. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Chairman O'Bryan, Vice Chairman Earman, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner
Flescher, and Commissioner Moss
6.A. 22-0271 Regular Meeting of February 1, 2022
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Recommended Action: Approve
Attachments: 02012022 BCC Granicus
Approved
6.B. 22-0275 Regular Meeting of February 8, 2022
Recommended Action: Approve
Attachments: 02082022 BCC Draft
Approved
7. INFORMATION ITEMS FROM STAFF OR COMMISSIONERS NOT REQUIRING BOARD
ACTION
7.A. 22-0257 Indian River County Venue Event Calendar Review
Recommended Action: Informational item only; no Board action required
Attachments: Venue Event Calendar April 2022
Chairman O'Bryan mentioned the Denim & Diamonds Veteran's Fundraiser, free
paper shredding, Easter events, the marine flea market, and the Vero Beach Air
Show in April.
No Action Taken or Required
8. CONSENT AGENDA
A motion was made by Commissioner Flescher, seconded by Commissioner Adams,
to approve the Consent Agenda as presented. The motion carried by the following
vote:
Aye: 5- Chairman O'Bryan, Vice Chairman Earman, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner
Flescher, and Commissioner Moss
8.A. 22-0165 Checks and Electronic Payments February 11, 2022 to February 17, 2022
Recommended Action: Approve the list of checks and electronic payments issued by the Comptroller's
office for the time period of February 11, 2022 to February 17, 2022
Attachments: Finance Department Staff Report
Approved
8.B. 22-0182 Checks and Electronic Payments February 18, 2022 to February 24, 2022
Recommended Action: Approve the list of checks and electronic payments issued by the Comptroller's
office for the time period of February 18, 2022 to February 24, 2022
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Attachments: Finance Department Staff Report
Approved
8.C. 22-0211 Checks and Electronic Payments February 25, 2022 to March 3, 2022
Recommended Action: Approve the list of checks and electronic payments issued by the Comptroller's
office for the time period of February 25, 2022 to March 3, 2022
Attachments: Finance Department Staff Report
Approved
8.D. 22-0232 Checks and Electronic Payments March 4, 2022 to March 10, 2022
Recommended Action: Approve the list of checks and electronic payments issued by the Comptroller's
office for the time period of March 4, 2022 to March 10, 2022
Attachments: Finance Department Staff Report
Approved
8.E. 22-0241 Checks and Electronic Payments March 11, 2022 to March 17, 2022
Recommended Action: Approve the list of checks and electronic payments issued by the Comptroller's
office for the time period of March 11, 2022 to March 17, 2022
Attachments: Finance Department Staff Report
Approved
8.F. 22-0256 Checks and electronic payments March 18, 2022 to March 24, 2022
Recommended Action: Approve the list of checks and electronic payments issued by the Comptroller's
office for the time period of March 18, 2022 to March 24, 2022
Attachments: Finance Department Staff Report
Approved
8.G. 22-0216 Fourth of July Fireworks Funding
Recommended Action: Staff recommends that the Board of County 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.
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Attachments: Staff Report
City of Vero Beach 2022 funding request
Lions Club 2022 funding request
Approved staffs recommendation
8.H. 22-0239 Designation of Excess Equipment as Surplus and Disposal Authorization
Recommended Action: Staff recommends the Board approve the items on the Excess List for 040522 as
surplus, and authorize their disposal.
Attachments: Staff Report
Excess List for 040522
Approved staffs recommendation
8.1. 22-0240 Approval of On -Airport Lease and Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF)
Agreement between the City of Vero Beach and Indian River County Emergency
Services District
Recommended Action: Staff respectfully requests the Board approve and execute the Lease Agreement and
the ARFF Agreement as presented.
Attachments: Staff Report
Memorandum of Lease
Lease Agreement
ARFF Agreement
Attachment A (COVB Airport Leasing Polic
Exhibit A (Legal Description)
Exhibit B (Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessement)
Exhibit C (FAA Lease Review Concurrence)
Approved staffs recommendation
8.J. 22-0247 Work Order No. 3 - Southeastern Surveying and Mapping Corporation, IRC -1817,
Indian River Blvd. Resurfacing Project (17th Street to US 1)
Recommended Action: Staff recommends approval of the attached Work Order No. 3 with Southeastern
Surveying and Mapping Corporation for a lump sum of $49,330.00 to provide
survey services as outlined in the attached Scope of Services, and requests the
Board of County Commissioners to authorize the Chairman to execute Work Order
No. 3 on their behalf.
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Attachments: Staff Report
Work Order No. 3 and Exhibit A
Approved staff's recommendation
8. K. 22-0262 Approval of Change Order #s 1, 2 and 3 for Egret Marsh Algal Turf Scrubber
Influent Feed System Replacement (IRC Bid 2021049)
Recommended Action: Staff recommends the BCC approve Change Order #s 1, 2 and 3 of the Egret Marsh
Algal Turf Scrubber Influent Feed System Replacement project (IRC Bid 2021049)
Attachments: Staff Report
Change Order #1
Change Order #2
Change Order #3
Approved staff's recommendation
8.L. 22-0248 GRBK GHO Lucaya Pointe, LLC's Request for Final Plat Approval for a Plat -Over
Site Plan Development to be known as Lucaya Pointe Phase I [SD -19-05-03 /
2005120072-90006]
Recommended Action: Staff recommends that the Board grant final plat approval for Lucaya Pointe Phase 1.
Attachments: Staff Report
Location Map
Final Plat Layout
Approved staff's recommendation
8.M. 22-0253 Children's Services Advisory Committee's Recommendation of Request for
Proposal, Grant Application and Agency Grant Contract for FY 2022-2023
Recommended action: Staff recommends that the Board accept the RFP, the Grant Application and the
Agency Grant Contract for FY 2022-2023 as submitted, and authorize the County
Administrator to execute the individual contracts after review and approval by the
County Attorney.
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Attachments: Staff Report
Request For Proposal
RFP Notification
Grant Application
Evaluation Form
Agency Grant Contract
Approved staff's recommendation
April 5, 2022
8.N. 22-0235 Approval of Renewal of a Class "B" Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity
from Coastal Care Corporation DBA Cleveland Clinic Advanced Medical Transport
Recommended Action: Staff respectfully recommends that the Board of County Commissioners approve
the renewal of the Class "B" Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity for
Coastal Care Corporation DBA Cleveland Clinic Advanced Medical Transport, to
be effective for a period of two (2) years commencing February 11, 2022, and
expiring February 11, 2024.
Attachments: Staff Report
COPCN Renewal Application
Approved staff's recommendation
8.0. 22-0255 Request to Piggy -Back Martin County Bid Process for Caustic Soda Chemicals
Recommended Action: Staff recommends that the Board of County Commissioners approve the piggyback
of the Martin County bid for caustic soda price of $552.39 per dry ton, and
authorize the Purchasing Manager to issue a purchase order to Brenntag Mid -South
Inc. in the amount of $70,000
Attachments: Staff Report
Approved staff's recommendation
8.P. 22-0267 CCNA Work Order No. 7 with Tetra Tech for the Industrial Wastewater
Pretreatment Local Limits Evaluation
Recommended Action: Staff recommends that the Board of County Commissioners approve Tetra Tech
Work Order No. 7, in the amount of $71,188.00, for professional services that
include Industrial Wastewater Pretreatment Local Limits Evaluation at the West
Regional Wastewater Treatment Facility, and authorize the Chairman to execute
said work order
Attachments: Staff Report
Work Order No 7
Support letter from Brown and Caldwell to Tetra Tech
Approved staffs recommendation
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The Chairman called for a recess at 10:55 a.m., and reconvened the meeting at
11:05 a.m., with all members present.
9. CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS and GOVERNMENTAL AGENCIES
10. PUBLIC ITEMS
A. PUBLIC HEARINGS
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING IS ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE
CLERK TO THE BOARD.
10.A.1. 22-0244 ADOPTION HEARING: County Initiated Request to Amend the Text of the
County's Comprehensive Plan to add a new Chapter 13 Property Rights
Element. (Legislative)
Recommended Action: Based on the above analysis, staff and the Planning and Zoning Commission
recommend that the Board of County Commissioners approve the proposed
Comprehensive Plan Amendment.
Attachments: Staff Report
Proposed Chapter 13 Property Rights Element
Draft Property Rights Element Ordinance
Chief of Long Range Planning John Stoll referred to a PowerPoint presentation
which explained the Comprehensive Plan text amendment process. Chief Stoll
stated this was the second required public hearing, following the transmittal
public hearing on January 18, 2022, where the amendment was approved for
transmittal to State agencies for review. He added that no comments were
received from any of the reviewing agencies, and recommended the Board
adopt the proposed Ordinance.
Chairman O'Bryan received confirmation from Chief Stoll that this text
amendment was required by the State, and that the Ordinance used the State
model language.
The Chairman opened the public hearing. There being no speakers, the
Chairman closed the public hearing.
A motion was made by Vice Chairman Earman, seconded by Commissioner
Flescher, to adopt Ordinance 2022-004, amending the County's Comprehensive
Plan by creating a Property Rights Element in order to meet updated statutory
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requirements; and providing codification, severability, and effective date. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5- Chairman O'Bryan, Vice Chairman Earman, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner
Flescher, and Commissioner Moss
B. PUBLIC DISCUSSION ITEMS
C. PUBLIC NOTICE ITEMS
10.C.1. 22-0245 Public Notice of Public Hearing for April 12, 2022, for Ordinance Amending
Section 312.11 "Performance Security" of the Indian River Code of Ordinances
Attachments: Staff Report
County Attorney Dylan Reingold read the notice into the record.
No Action Taken or Required
11. COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR MATTERS
11.A. 22-0243 Appeal of a Decision of a County Officer -- Deborah Cooney
Recommended Action: Staff recommends that the Board of County Commissioners find that Mrs. Cooney's
application does not qualify for the Small Business Recovery Grant program based
upon the information presented and deny the appeal presented by Ms. Cooney
Attachments: Staff Report -Appeal
Initial receipt of application to Budget
Email to Applicant denying grant
Email from Applicant Supplying Additional Info
Notarized Statement from Applicant
Email to Applicant denying reconsideration
Email to Applicant accepting request to file an appeal
Summons for Civil Action
Small Business Grant application
1. Governor's Order COVID EO 20-91
2. Email chain with Mark Beahhen 2.25.20
3. Email chain with The Fountains
4. Email chain with PSL Rehab
5. Email chain with The Gardens of PSL
County Administrator Jason Brown detailed Deborah Cooney's application for the
County's Small Business Recovery Grant, which was denied, and her subsequent
appeal. He affirmed his recommendation to deny the appeal and let stand the
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rejection of her application based on submittal past the deadline, and the
determination that the application claimed non-covid-related business damages.
Ms. Cooney was not present to comment on her appeal.
County Attorney Dylan Reingold confirmed for Commissioner Moss that Ms.
Cooney received acknowledgement of her appeal request and was informed of its
scheduled date; he noted that her absence did not affect the proceeding.
Commissioner Flescher received confirmation that there was no information in Ms.
Cooney's late -submittal documents which would change the Administrator's
determination.
A motion was made by Vice Chairman Earman, seconded by Chairman O'Bryan, to
approve staffs recommendation. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5- Chairman O'Bryan, Vice Chairman Earman, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner
Flescher, and Commissioner Moss
12. DEPARTMENTAL MATTERS
A. Community Development
B. Emergency Services
C. General Services
D. Human Resources
E. Information Technology
12.E.1 22-0269 Continuation - County Websites, Domains, and Internet -Based Services
Recommended Action: Staff recommends that the Board of County Commissioners direct staff to
include required funding in the 2022/23 fiscal year budget and issue an RFP in
fiscal year 2022/23 to begin a CMS web redesign project using the
requirements outlined in the Website Requirements Specification document.
Attachments: Staff Report
Website Features and Functions Executive Summary
Website Requirements Specification
Dan Russell, Information Technology Director, appeared before the Board to
provide follow up to the April 20, 2021 meeting where his department was
directed to consolidate the County's websites, secure the "indianriver.gov"
domain name, and to modernize the County's web presence.
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Scott Johnson, Webmaster, continued the presentation with PowerPoint slides
which provided an executive summary of staffs action plan to create an
engaging, informative website; implement a Content Management System
(CMS) which would allow staff to update content; public communication
initiatives; and features to enhance the user interface. He concluded with
estimated costs for the specifications, and requested approval to include funding
for the upgrades in the 2022/23 fiscal year budget.
Chairman O'Bryan received information regarding the CMS and oversight for
content sharing. Commissioner Moss expressed interest in content tagging, the
search utility, and a tourism page that linked to the municipalities.
Commissioner Adams received information on the impact of switching to a new
domain name, and an estimated six to nine month timeline to implement the
changes.
Vice Chairman Earman suggested issuing a budget amendment to the
2021/2022 fiscal year budget so that work on the new website could begin
without delay. County Administrator Jason Brown agreed that a funding
advance was achievable.
A motion was made by Vice Chairman Earman, seconded by Commissioner
Flescher, to approve staff's recommendation as amended, to allow staff to
request an amendment to the 2021/22 fiscal year budget which would permit
immediate implementation of staff's recommendation. The motion carried by the
following vote:
Aye: 5 - Chairman O'Bryan, Vice Chairman Earman, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner
Flescher, and Commissioner Moss
F. Office of Management and Budget
C. Public Works
H. Utilities Services
13. COUNTY ATTORNEY MATTERS
13.A. 22-0251 Affordable Housing Advisory Committee - Planning and Zoning Commission
Member and Alternate
Recommended Acton: County staff recommends that the Board appoint Mark Mucher serve as the
Planning and Zoning Commission member and Curtis Carpenter serve as the
Planning and Zoning Commission alternate on the Affordable Housing Advisory
Committee.
Attachments: Staff Report - AHAC
County Attorney Dylan Reingold advised the Board of changes to the Planning and
Zoning (P&Z) Commission's member on the Affordable Housing Advisory
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Committee (AHAC). He reported that Beth Mitchell was no longer able to serve
as alternate, and that Curtis Carpenter volunteered to switch from member to
alternate member. The P&Z Commission recommended Mark Mucher to fill Mr.
Carpenter's vacated seat as the P&Z Commission member on the AHAC.
A motion was made by Commissioner Flescher, seconded by Commissioner Moss, to
approve staffs recommendation. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5- Chairman O'Bryan, Vice Chairman Earman, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner
Flescher, and Commissioner Moss
14. COMMISSIONERS MATTERS
A. Commissioner Peter D. O'Bryan, Chairman
14.A.1. 22-0277 Request from Vero Beach Wine & Film Festival to use Commission Chambers
Recommended Action: Discussion
Attachments: Commissioner's Memorandum
Chairman O'Bryan presented a request from the Vero Beach Wine and Film
Festival to utilize the Commission Chambers to show films from June 9th -12th,
2022. He indicated once the schedule was finalized, County Administrator
Jason Brown would calculate the non-profit user fee in addition to any staff
time.
Commissioner Moss received clarification that there was not a set price list for
using the Commission Chambers, and each request was evaluated
independently. Commissioner Adams received confirmation that the fees would
cover cleaning and staff to run equipment.
Chairman Flescher inquired why the Intergenerational Recreation (IG) Center
was not being used. Chairman O'Bryan responded that the equipment was not
up to par, and further that the Film Festival organizers wanted to keep the
venues as close to downtown as possible.
Discussion continued with Kelly Kite, Board Member for the Festival, who
confirmed the planners' desire to have events as close to the center of
downtown as possible. Susan Keller Horn, co-founder of the Festival, discussed
other attributes of the Commission Chambers which made it an ideal location
for screenings. Board and staff discussed parameters for using the Chambers,
steps staff would take to limit guests from moving about the building, and
considerations needed for the equipment.
A motion was made by Commissioner Moss, seconded by Chairman O'Bryan, to
approve allowing the Vero Beach Wine and Film Festival's use of Commission
Chambers from June 9-12, 2022. The motion carried by the following vote:
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Aye: 5- Chairman O'Bryan, Vice Chairman Earman, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner
Flescher, and Commissioner Moss
14.A.2. 22-0279 Appointment of Vice Chair Earman to Medical Examiner's Building Advisory
Committee
Recommended Action: Discussion
Attachments: Commissioner's Memorandum
[Clerk's Note: This item was moved to be heardfollowing Item 5.Ej
Chairman O'Bryan nominated Vice Chairman Earman to take over the
Chairman's role of County representative to the Medical Examiner's Building
Advisory Committee, as his tenure was expected to end before the issue was
resolved. He noted that Vice Chairman Earman, as the alternate representative,
was familiar with the issue and would provide an update following this
appointment.
A motion was made by Commissioner Flescher, seconded by Chairman O'Bryan,
to approve the appointment of Vice Chairman Earman to the Medical Examiner's
Building Advisory Committee. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5- Chairman O'Bryan, Vice Chairman Earman, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner
Flescher, and Commissioner Moss
B. Commissioner Joseph H. Earman, Vice Chairman
14.8.1. 22-0263 Update on Medical Examiner's Advisory Task Force Regarding a New Medical
Examiner's Office
Recommended Action: Discuss
Attachments: Commissioner's Memo
PowerPoint Attachment
Budget Proposal County Share
Medical Examiner's Office - Workload
[Clerk's Note: This item was heard following Item 14.A.2.]
Vice Chairman Earman shared the Medical Examiner's Advisory Task Force
presentation regarding the need for a new Medical Examiner's office which
served Indian River, Martin, Okeechobee, and St. Lucie Counties. The slides
showed the future site of the new Medical Examiner's office, located in Indian
River State College's Treasure Coast Public Safety Complex, which will be leased
at no cost to the four counties. Also presented were future building requirements,
County cost -share calculations, possible floor plans, and a cost study.
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Vice Chairman Earman noted that Indian River County was responsible for
24% of the anticipated $16 to $20 million total cost and estimated the project
would take three (3) years to reach execution. He also advised there was an
initial funding request of $200,000 for the County's portion of a Planning and
Development study. The Vice Chairman discussed the need to start budgeting,
possible cost-saving measures, and requested staff to draft a Resolution of
Participation to send to State Senator Gayle Harrell who was helping to
coordinate the project.
Dr. Patricia Aronica, Medical Examiner for the 19th District, appeared before
the Board to support the need for a new office to replace the too small,
ill-equipped, and outdated current location. Commissioner Flescher
commended Dr. Aronica's dedication and foresight.
Commissioner Adams received confirmation that the County's estimated
contribution would be $5 million, the estimated timeline was three years to
reach the start of construction, and that the $200,000 study was an additional
cost. County Administrator Jason Brown discussed possible funding assistance
opportunities, and shared concerns for the costs. Chairman O'Bryan suggested
setting aside funds immediately in anticipation of the County's obligation.
Discussion continued with Commissioner Moss receiving confirmation from
County Attorney Dylan Reingold that Florida Statutes assigned the four
counties the responsibility for construction costs, and that grant opportunities
would be pursued. County Administrator Brown confirmed that public
building impact fees could not be used because the building would be located
outside of the County; he stated he would investigate using infrastructure sales
tax funds. Chairman O'Bryan suggested pursuing an amendment to the law to
utilize impact fee funds to cover the impact of growth.
Vice Chairman Earman discussed agreements among the counties, promised to
confirm details of the costs, and reiterated the need for a Resolution of
Participation. Commissioner Moss received confirmation from Attorney
Reingold that he would reach out to the other counties and state representatives
to coordinate the language in the Resolution. Commissioner Flescher
commended Senator Harrell's commitment to this project.
A motion was made by Vice Chairman Earman, seconded by Commissioner
Flescher, to direct staff to 1) create a Resolution of Participation for the new
Medical Examiner's Office and bring it back before the Board for approval; and 2)
research amending state statutes to allow the use of Building Impact Fees to pay
for the required new Medical Examiner's Office. The motion carried by the
following vote:
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Aye: 5- Chairman O'Bryan, Vice Chairman Earman, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner
Flescher, and Commissioner Moss
C. Commissioner Susan Adams
D. Commissioner Joseph E. Flescher
E. Commissioner Laura Moss
15. SPECIAL DISTRICTS AND BOARDS
The Board of County Commissioners reconvened as the Board of Commissioners
of the Solid Waste Disposal District. The minutes will be approved at an
upcoming Solid Waste Disposal District meeting.
A. Emergency Services District
B. Solid Waste Disposal District
15.B.1. 22-0274 Approval of SWDD Meeting Minutes of February 1, 2022
Recommended Action: Approve
Attachments: 02012022 SWDD Draft
A motion was made by Commissioner Flescher, seconded by Chairman O'Bryan,
to approve the Solid Waste Disposal District Meeting minutes of February 1, 2022
as written. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5- Chairman O'Bryan, Vice Chairman Earman, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner
Flescher, and Commissioner Moss
15.B.2. 22-0258 Seventeenth Amendment to Republic Services
Recommended action: Solid Waste Disposal District staff recommends that its Board approve the
Seventeenth Amendment to Republic Services landfill contract for the expansion
of the landfill gas system; and authorize the Chairman to execute the agreement
Attachments: Staff Report
Seventeenth Amendment to Republic Services
There was no discussion regarding this item.
A motion was made by Commissioner Flescher, seconded by Vice Chairman
Earman, to approve staffs recommendation. The motion carried by the following
vote:
Aye: 5- Chairman O'Bryan, Vice Chairman Earman, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner
Flescher, and Commissioner Moss
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15.B.3. 22-0264 Procurement of a High Pressure Skid System
Recommended Action: Solid Waste Disposal District (SWDD) staff recommends that its Board
approve the following: a) Waive the requirement for bids to fabricate the high
pressure skid system; b) Approve the agreement with Biogas Engineering to
fabricate the high pressure skid system for a not -to -exceed cost of $789,000 and
delivery in 35 weeks from notice to proceed; c) Authorize the Chairman to
execute the same, after final terms and conditions have been approved by the
County Attorney; and, d) Authorize payments as detailed in Section XI of the
agreement
Attachments: Staff Report
KHA Evaluation Memo
BGE Fabrication Agreement
Managing Director of the Solid Waste Disposal District Himanshu Mehta
provided information on the project in response to Commissioner Adams'
request. Director Mehta described the upgrade to a high pressure gas control
system which would be used in the leachate evaporation and renewable natural
gas projects.
A motion was made by Vice Chairman Earman, seconded by Commissioner
Flescher, to approve staffs recommendation. The motion carried by the following
vote:
Aye: 5- Chairman O'Bryan, Vice Chairman Earman, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner
Flescher, and Commissioner Moss
153.4. 22-0265 Final Pay to Geosyntec for Work Order No. 3 - Phase I Redevelopment for
South Gifford Road Landfill
Recommended Action: Solid Waste Disposal District staff recommends that its Board: a) Approve
Geosyntec's final invoice amount of $19,809.66; and, b) Direct the funding of
this project in a future Capital Improvement Element fund under the direction
of the Parks and Recreation Department and Public Works Department
Attachments: Staff Report
Geosyntec Project Completion Report & Final Invoice
There was no discussion regarding this item.
A motion was made by Vice Chairman Earman, seconded by Commissioner
Flescher, to approve staffs recommendation. The motion carried by the following
vote:
Aye: 5- Chairman O'Bryan, Vice Chairman Earman, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner
Flescher, and Commissioner Moss
C. Environmental Control Board
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16. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, the Chairman adjourned the meeting at 12:00 p.m.
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ATTEST:
Jeffrey R. A
Clerk of Ircuit Court and Comptroller
By:
Deputy Clerk
BCC/RW/2022 Minutes
Peter O'Bryan, Chairman
Approved: May 10, 2022
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