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HomeMy WebLinkAbout07/12/2023 (2)Indian River County Florida Indian River County Administration Complex 1801 27th Street, Building A Vero Beach, Florida, 32960-3388 www.ircgov.com Meeting Minutes - Final Wednesday, July 12, 2023 9:00 AM 2023/24 Budget Workshop Tentative Sr,-hedu�e* Commission am ers Board of County Commissioners Joseph H. Earman, District 3, Chairman Susan Adams, District 1, Vice Chairman Joseph Flescher, District 2 Deryl Loar, District 4 Laura Moss, District 5 John A. Titkanich, Jr., County Administrator Dylan Reingold, County Attorney Ryan L. Butler, Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller Randi Wardlow, Deputy Clerk Board of County Commissioners Meeting Minutes - Final July 12, 2023 CALL TO ORDER Present: 5 - Chairman Joe Earman Vice Chairman Susan Adams Commissioner Joseph Flescher Commissioner Deryl Loar Commissioner Laura Moss A MOMENT OF SILENT REFLECTION FOR FIRST RESPONDERS AND MEMBERS OF THE ARMED FORCES INVOCATION Minister Jack White, Gifford Church of Christ PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Commissioner Joseph H. Earman, Chairman GENERAL OVERVIEW SESSION John A. Titkanich, Jr., County Administrator 23-0645 Attachments: Budget Message County Administrator John Titkanich opened the Budget Workshop meeting with a budget message which discussed trends and goals for the County. He noted projected population growth, increased demand for services, and inflationary pressure would necessitate an economic environment study and an economic action plan to guide development. Additionally, Administrator Titkanich informed of a county -wide reorganization effort, increased staffing levels, and a focus on retention with cost -of -living salary increases, additional paid insurances, and leadership training. He announced the total proposed budget for Fiscal Year (FY) 2023/2024 was $506,235,729, a decrease of 12% from last year's starting budget of $576,505,375. Administrator Titkanich utilized a PowerPoint presentation to highlight the major impacts to the proposed budget: a tax roll increase of 13.8% countywide and 14.3% in the unincorporated areas; an agreed -to Sheriffs Office funding increase of $5.9 million; a mandatory retirement rate increase; deferred maintenance and capital expenses; and a 33 -person -plus increase in full-time positions. Also discussed were the impact of inflation, fuel and chemical cost increases, and Solid Waste Disposal District contract increases. The General Fund overview reported a 13.8% ad valorem tax roll increase, Gaya . Indian River County Florida Board of County Commissioners Meeting Minutes - Final GENERAL FUND July 12, 2023 an unchanged millage rate of 3.5475, and increased funding for Children's Services, Constitutional Officers, the retirement rate, and additional staff. Director Titkanich pointed out that 73.1% of the County's General Fund expenses were mandated by the State. 001-101 BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS 001-102 COUNTY ATTORNEY 001-103 GIS TRANSFER 001-107 COMMUNICATIONS/EMERGENCY SERVICE 001-109 MAIN LIBRARY 001-112 NORTH COUNTY LIBRARY 001-113 BRACKETT LIBRARY 001-118 IRC SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION 001-119 LAW LIBRARY 001-201 ADMINISTRATOR - OPERATIONS 001-202 COMMUNITY SERVICES 001-203 HUMAN RESOURCES 001-206 VETERANS SERVICE 001-208 EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT 001-210 PARKS 001-211 HUMAN SERVICES 001-212 AG EXTENSION 001-215 CONSERVATION LANDS 001-216 PURCHASING 001-220 FACILITIES MANAGEMENT 001-229 OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND BUDGET 001-237 FPL GRANT EXPENDITURES 001-238 EMERGENCY BASE GRANT 001-241 IS/fELECOM TRANSFER 001-246 INSURANCE PREMIUMS 001-250 COUNTY ANIMAL CONTROL 001-251 MAILROOM/SWITCHBOARD 001-283 LAGOON 23-0606 Attachments: General Fund County Administrator Titkanich led discussion of the General Fund by presenting the revised organizational structure for the County. Highlights from the reorganization included grouping citizen services separate from infrastructure/development services, the addition of an Assistant County Administrator, the addition of an Ombudsman to help residents navigate Indian River County Florida Paye 2 Board of County Commissioners Meeting Minutes - Final July 12, 2023 services, and additional staff. He discussed the goals of accommodating anticipated growth and facilitating improved service levels. Commissioner Loar received confirmation that October 1, 2023 was the planned date to implement the new organizational structure. The Commissioners each in turn expressed their support for the proposed reorganization as a move in the right direction. The presentation continued with the General Fund taxable value reported at $26.5 billion, an increase over previous years with an unchanged millage rate of 3.5475, 10.72% above the rolled back rate. Administrator Titkanich noted that the County's millage rate was the 5th lowest in the State, and discussed the County's conservative fiscal position. A display of the General Fund Expenses was shown as the Administrator read and discussed notable changes. There were no questions from the Board or the public. CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS 001-300 CLERK OF CIRCUIT COURT RYAN L. BUTLER 001-400 TAX COLLECTOR CAROLE JEAN JORDAN 001-500 PROPERTY APPRAISER WESLEY DAVIS 001-600 SHERIFF ERIC FLOWERS 001-700 SUPERVISOR OF ELECTIONS LESLIE R. SWAN 001-114 VALUE ADJUSTMENT BOARD 23-0607 Attachments: Constitutionals [Clerk Note: This item was heard following the General Overview Session] County Administrator John Titkanich announced the Constitutional Officers' proposed budget was $76,516,173, a gain of 8.9% over last year's proposed budget, and attributed the increase to mandatory State retirement contributions, new employees, and additional insurance benefits. He highlighted the Sheriffs Department budget increase of $5.8 million, the largest among the Constitutional Officers. Indian River County Sheriff Eric Flowers discussed the Department's need to focus on increased salaries for recruitment and retainment, as the Department was still understaffed and lagged behind neighboring counties' pay rates. The following Sheriffs Deputies addressed the need for adequate funding to stem Indian River County Florida Page 3 Board of County Commissioners Meeting Minutes - Final July 12, 2023 the loss of officers: Katheryn Gibson, Roger Harrington, Melissa A. Stewart, and Doug Mackenzie. The Board added their comments regarding the already agreed -to budget request, and their respect for the Deputies. The Chairman called for a recess at 9:51 a.m., and reconvened the meeting at 10:00 a.m. with all members present. Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller Ryan Butler announced the Clerk's budget increase would be allocated to aligning the Clerk's employees' pay and benefits to match those of County personnel. Mr. Butler thanked the Board and staff for their transparency and partnership. County Property Appraiser Wesley Davis noted his budget request was mostly attributed to employee benefits and salaries, and made mention of the unfunded mandates the State imposed on his office. He spoke of the strides in technology his office has made which allowed staffing levels to remain static after the big cuts from 2009. Supervisor of Elections Leslie Swan spoke of the challenges her office faced which required an increase of 24% to their budget. Items such as an additional primary in the upcoming presidential election, technology upgrades, the rising costs of materials and postage, as well as sweeping unfunded changes mandated by State Senate Bill 7050 were responsible. The Board expressed appreciation for the way Ms. Swan handled her office's demands. Administrator Titkanich informed the Tax Collector's budget was not due until August 1, 2023, but an estimated 9.3% increase was factored into the budget for planning purposes. Commissioner Earman noted the Value Adjustment Board had a requested $3,000 budget increase. There were no comments from the public. MUNICIPAL SERVICE TAXING UNIT (M.S.T.U.) Indian River County Florida Page 4 Board of County Commissioners Meeting Minutes - Final 004-104 NORTH COUNTY AQUATIC CENTER 004-105 GIFFORD AQUATIC CENTER 004-108 RECREATION 004-115 INTERGENERATIONAL FACILITY 004-116 BEACH PARKS 004-161 SHOOTING RANGE 004-204 PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT 004-205 COUNTY PLANNING 004-207 CODE ENFORCEMENT 004-231 NATURAL RESOURCES 004-400 TAX COLLECTOR 23-0608 Attachments: MSTU FUND TRANSPORTATION FUND July 12, 2023 The M.S.T.U. budget overview noted a 14.3% increase in the ad valorem tax roll, generating an estimated $2,023,317 in additional revenue with an unchanged millage rate of 1.1506. A recap of the fund's expenses showed the largest increase to the budget was due to the addition of seven (7) full-time positions, transfers out, and the addition of a Natural Resources department. A breakdown of the fund expenses was displayed as Administrator Titkanich discussed each line item. It was noted that 68.4% of residents lived in the unincorporated areas of the County. Commissioner Loar received clarification regarding the effect of an employee's retirement to the budget. County Attorney Dylan Reingold sought to ensure there were no comments from the public. Chairman Earman opened the floor for comments on this section, as well as the previous General Fund presentation. There being no comments, the Chairman closed the floor. 111-214 ROAD AND BRIDGE 111-243 PUBLIC WORKS 111-244 COUNTY ENGINEERING 111-245 TRAFFIC ENGINEERING 111-281 STORMWATER 23-0644 Attachments: Transportation Fund The Transportation Budget overview showed an increase to retirement costs, increased gas tax revenue of 2.5%, a fuel budget increase of 12.9%, and transfers from the General and M.S.T.U. funds increased by $1,483,442, or Indian River County Florida Page 5 Board of County Commissioners Meeting Minutes - Final July 12, 2023 9.2%. Administrator Titkanich reviewed the fund's line -item expenses and noted the 1.9% increase to the Transportation Fund was due to increased capital expenses, and a decrease in the Stormwater division which would be partially moved into the newly created Natural Resources Department. The Chairman opened the floor for comments. There being none, the Chairman closed the floor. EMERGENCY SERVICES DISTRICT 114-120 FIRE RESCUE 23-0643 Attachments: Emergency Services District County Administrator Titkanich presented the Emergency Services District (ESD) budget which had a 13.8% increase to the ad valorem tax roll, generating $5,942,669 in additional revenue with an unchanged millage rate of 2.3531, 10.5% above the rolled back rate. Administrator Titkanich and the Board entered into discussion regarding the status of Fire Station 15 which had been delayed due to difficulty in securing land; Vice Chairman Adams relayed the latest land opportunities. The Commissioners received confirmation that the increased construction and land costs had been updated in the budget, and that staff was prioritizing construction of Station 15. Commissioner Loar received information regarding budgeting for apparatus. The section concluded with a line item review of expenses. Commissioners Loar and Flescher sought to reassure the ESD the Board was committed to addressing their needs. Administrator Titkanich made mention of the additional staff, and the prioritization of Firehouses 15 and 7. There were no comments from the public. Administrator Titkanich concluded his portion of the presentation with a Typical House Comparison slide which used average values to compare the proposed FY 23/34 budget to last year's budget. Unincorporated area residents with a taxable home value of $278,343, for example, would see a $67.42 (3.56%) increase to their taxes based on the proposed budget. There were no comments from the Board or the public. NON -DEPARTMENTAL STATE AGENCIES Indian River County Florida Page 6 Board of County Commissioners Meeting Minutes - Final July 12, 2023 001-106 NEW HORIZONS OF THE TREASURE COAST, INC. 001-106 STATE HEALTH DEPARTMENT 001-110 TREASURE COAST REGIONAL PLANNING COUNCIL 001-110 IR LAGOON NATIONAL ESTUARY PROGRAM COUNCIL 001-110 DEPT. OF JUVENILE JUSTICE 001-111 MEDICAID 001-252 ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL BOARD 001-901 CIRCUIT COURT ADMINISTRATION 001-901 GUARDIAN AD LITEM 001-903 VICTIM ASSISTANCE PROGRAM 001-903 STATE ATTORNEY 001-904 PUBLIC DEFENDER 001-907 MEDICAL EXAMINER 23-0609 Attachments: State Agencies Management and Budget Director Kristin Daniels continued the presentation with a recounting of funding for State Agencies, which were funded across several sources, and provided a rationale for changes in allocations. Commissioner Moss received information regarding the origins of the Court's request for additional Specialists in the Problem Solving Courts, which accounted for an almost 60% increase in the Court Administration's proposed budget. The Chairman opened the floor for comments from representatives of State agencies. Chief Judge Charles "Tony" Schwab explained the work of the Mental Health Court (part of the Problem Solving Courts), and informed that the program's shortfall would be picked up by the Hospital District. Commissioner Loar noted that funds from the Opioid settlement were allocated to their budget. Dr. Patricia Aronica, Chief Medical Examiner, used a PowerPoint presentation to discuss her office's expenditures, upgrades, and plans for the future. She provided an update of the new facility, which was in the design stage; the Commissioners offered their support. Bob McPartlan, Sebastian City Council member, spoke in support of the Medical Examiner, Chief Judge Schwab and the Specialty Courts, as well as the Guardian ad Litem. Indian River County Florida Page 7 Board of County Commissioners Meeting Minutes - Final July 12, 2023 William Wims, President, New Horizons of the Treasure Coast, requested the Board's reconsideration of the requested 6.9% budget increase. Mr. Wims explained he was trying to pick up the pieces after their CEO had been fired, and recounted his agency's contribution to the community. Commissioner Loar was informed the former CEO had been let go two months prior. Heather Parker, Circuit Director at Guardian ad Litem, and Didi Dickson, Administrative Director at the Office of the Public Defender, thanked the Board for their support. The Chairman called for a recess at 11:20 a.m., and reconvened the meeting at 11:30 a.m. with all members present. NON -DEPARTMENTAL 001-110 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DIVISION 001-128 CHILDREN'S SERVICES 001-137 SEBASTIAN COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AREA 001-137 FELLSMERE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AREA 23-0610 Attachments: Non -Departmental Budget and Management Director Kristin Daniels presented the Non Departmental Agencies budgets, starting with Economic Development, which showed a budget decrease attributed to the elimination of a position. Helene Caseltine, Economic Development Director, Indian River County Chamber of Commerce confirmed the budget request. Next, Children's Services Grants showed an increase of 13.5% with funding at the 1/8 of a mil level. Ms. Daniels noted that the grants had been awarded through the CSAC (Children's Services Advisory Committee) process. Bob McPartlan, Sebastian Council member, advocated for fully funding Children's Services programs at the Board -approved 1/4 mil level. Peter O'Bryan requested the Board's consideration to increase funding for Children's Services as there were more applicants than funds. Mr. O'Bryan suggested a four-year step plan, starting this year, to reach the 1/4 of a mil funding. Discussion ensued as Ms. Daniels explained the impact of 3 -year or 4 -year incremental phase -ins, and noted the millage rate could not be increased after this meeting. Commissioner Earman expressed his discomfort with making a change at this stage. Mr. Titkanich noted the issue would return in the spring under the tenure of the new Children's Services Director. Indian River County Florida page 8 Board of County Commissioners Meeting Minutes - Final July 12, 2023 The Community Redevelopment Areas (CRAB) in Sebastian and Fellsmere were estimated based on existing property values, until the property values were finalized. Bob McPartlan expressed appreciation for the funding. There were no questions or comments from the public. NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS 001-110 MENTAL HEALTH ASSOCIATION 001-110 UNITED AGAINST POVERTY (&a HARVEST FOOD) 001-110 211 PALM BEACH/TREASURE COAST 001-110 CTC -SRA -SENIOR SERVICES 23-0611 Attachments: Non -Profit Management and Budget Director Kristin Daniels reviewed the increased budget requests and their rationale for the County funded Non -Profit Organizations The following representatives thanked the Board and their fellow non -profits for their support: Dr. Philip Cromer, CEO, Mental Health Association Jane Sneed, Development Director, United Against Poverty Chad Adcock, Community Relations Specialist, 211 Helpline Karen Deigl, President and CEO, Senior Resource Association Bob McPartlan, Sebastian Council member There were no questions or comments from the public. QUASI NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS 001-206 VETERANS COUNCIL OF INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, INC. 001-110 COMMUNITY TRANSPORTATION COORDINATOR (SRA) 001-110 GIFFORD YOUTH ACHIEVEMENT CENTER, INC. 001-110 PROGRESSIVE CIVIC LEAGUE OF GIFFORD 001-110 HUMANE SOCIETY OF VERO BEACH, FL 001-110 TREASURE COAST HOMELESS SERVICES COUNCIL, INC 23-0612 Attachments: Quasi Non Profit Ms. Daniels reviewed the Quasi -Non -Profit Organizations funded by the Indian River County Florida Page 9 Board of County Commissioners Meeting Minutes - Final July 12, 2023 County, and discussed some of the notable changes: Community Transportation Coordinator (SRA) increased by 30% due to the end of Covid assistance through the CARES Act; Treasure Coast Homeless Services Council funding increased by $79,730 for an additional housing specialist. Representatives from the following agencies addressed the Board with information regarding their needs, and expressed appreciation for the Board's support; Cynthia Ryan, Executive Director, Veterans Council Karen Deigl, President and CEO, Senior Resource Association Rayme Nuckles, Visionary Leader, Treasure Coast Homeless Services Council Iola Mosley, Managing Attorney, Florida Rural Legal Services Jane Sneed, United Against Poverty, praised the work of these organizations Bob McPartlan, Sebastian Council member, applauded the positive impact of the organizations Chairman Earman marveled over the growth in public transportation ridership over the years. There were no comments from the public. The Chairman called for a recess at 12:09 p.m., and reconvened the meeting at 1:15 p.m. with all members present. STREETLIGHTING DISTRICTS Indian River County Florida Page 10 Board of County Commissioners Meeting Minutes - Final 179 OCEANSIDE 180 OSLO PARK 181 GIFFORD 182 LAURELWOOD 183 ROCKRIDGE 184 VERO HIGHLANDS 186 PORPOISE POINT 188 LAUREL COURT 189 TIERRA LINDA 190 VERO SHORES 191 IXORA PARK 192 ROYAL POINCIANA 193 ROSELAND ROAD 194 WHISPERING PINES 195 MOORINGS 196 WALKER'S GLEN 197 GLENDALE LAKES 198 FLORALTON BEACH 199 WEST WABASSO 23-0613 Attachments: Streetlights July 12, 2023 Commissioner Moss read the list of the Streetlighting District's assessments which were unchanged from the previous year. OTHER M.S.B.U. 171 EAST GIFFORD STORMWATER M.S.B.U. 185 VERO LAKE ESTATES M.S.B.0 23-0614 Attachments: MSBU Ms. Daniels read the M.S.B.U. (Municipal Services Benefit Unit) funding which had no changes from the previous year, ENTERPRISE FUNDS Indian River County Florida Page 11 Board of County Commissioners Meeting Minutes - Final 418-221 GOLF COURSE MAINTENANCE 418-236 CLUBHOUSE 441-233 BUILDING DEPARTMENT 471-218 UTILITIES — WASTEWATER TREATMENT 471-219 UTILITIES — WATER PRODUCTION 471-235 UTILITIES — GENERAL & ENGINEERING 471-257 UTILITIES — SLUDGE OPERATIONS 471-265 UTILITIES — CUSTOMER SERVICE 471-268 UTILITIES — WASTEWATER COLLECTION 471-269 UTILITIES — WATER DISTRIBUTION 471-282 UTILITIES — OSPREY MARSH 471-292 UTILITIES — SPOONBILL MARSH 472-235 UTILITY IMPACT FEES 23-0615 Attachments: Enterprise Funds INTERNAL SERVICE FUNDS July 12, 2023 Ms. Daniels reviewed the Enterprise Funds, explaining increased operations costs accounted for the increase to the golf course's budget; the clubhouse remodel had not yet been bid. She noted that the Utilities Department would be implementing a Board -approved 5.5% rate increase to keep up with increased operational costs. A rate study was being undertaken to ensure a sustainable rate structure for the future. Ms. Daniels cautioned that the department was currently debt -free, however implementing elements from the County's Capital Improvements Plan (CIP) would incur debt in the coming years. There were no comments from the public. 501 FLEET MANAGEMENT 502 RISK MANAGEMENT (SELF INSURANCE) 504 EMPLOYEE HEALTH INSURANCE 505-103 IT - GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS 505-241 IT - INFORMATION SYSTEMS & TELECOMMUNICATIONS 23-0616 Attachments: Internal Services Internal Service Fund Departments were reviewed by Ms. Daniels as she informed that the increase in insurance premiums, and an increase to County -paid employee benefits were responsible for 15% of the budget increase. Additionally, Information Technology added staff, software, and Indian River County Florida Page 12 Board of County Commissioners Meeting Minutes - Final July 12, 2023 hardware to their forthcoming budget. Dan Russell, Information Technology Director, informed the Board that the revamped County website was estimated to go live in August. County Administrator Titkanich discussed the rollout of new software in the Building Department, and the challenges of implementing online services. Commissioner Loar suggested informing the public of the rollout and asking for their patience. There were no comments from the public. 1:30 P.M. (PUBLIC HEARING) SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL DISTRICT (S.W.D.D.) PROOF OF PUBLICATION FOR THIS HEARING IS ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE CLERK TO THE BOARD. 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. 411-217 SANITARY LANDFILL 411-255 RECYCLING 23-0617 Attachments: SWDD Ms. Daniels opened discussion of the proposed Solid Waste Disposal District (SWDD) budget, which was projected to increase by 11.5% to $24,831,759 due to increased contract costs, long-term investments, and construction of Cell 3, Segment 3 and its associated needs. Next, Ms. Daniels discussed the impact of the 2022 SWDD rate study which resulted in Board -adopted adjustments to the Waste Generation Units (WGUs) and tipping fees. The Chairman opened the public hearing. There being no comments, the Chairman closed the public hearing. The Board of Commissioners of the Solid Waste Disposal District adjourned the meeting and reconvened as the Board of County Commissioners of the Budget Workshop meeting, continuing with Miscellaneous Funds Budget. MISCELLANEOUS FUNDS Indian River County Florida Page 13 Board of County Commissioners Meeting Minutes - Final July 12, 2023 102 TRAFFIC IMPACT FEES 103 ADDITIONAL IMPACT FEES 104 TRAFFIC IMPACT FEES 2020 108 RENTAL ASSISTANCE 109 SECONDARY ROAD CONSTRUCTION 112 SPECIAL LAW ENFORCEMENT 117 TREE ORDINANCE FINES 119 TOURIST DEVELOPMENT FUND 120 911 SURCHARGE 121 DRUG ABUSE FUND 123 IRCLHAP/SHIP 124 METRO PLAN ORGANIZATION 127 NATIVE UPLANDS ACQUISITION 128 BEACH RESTORATION 129 NEIGHBORHOOD STABILIZATION PLAN 130 NEIGHBORHOOD STABILIZATION 3 PLAN 133 FLORIDA BOATING IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM 135 DISABLED ACCESS PROGRAMS 136 INTERGOVERNMENTAL GRANTS 137 TRAFFIC EDUCATION PROGRAM 138 ARP — AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN 139 CARES ACT & COVID-19 RESPONSE 140 COURT FACILITY SURCHARGE FUND 141 ADDITIONAL COURT COSTS 142 COURT TECHNOLOGY FUND 145 LAND ACQUISITION SERIES 2006 23-0618 Attachments: Special Revenue Management and Budget Director Kristin Daniels reviewed the line items for each Miscellaneous Fund category, explaining any notable changes including a planned 9-1-1 call center upgrade, state -provided affordable housing funds, and beach restoration planning. Ms. Daniels made mention that the proposed budget for the Tourist Development Fund did not reflect the Board's decision, approved on July 11, 2023, to levy an additional penny to the Tourist Tax rate. The fund would receive an additional $344,862, and the update would be reflected at the Preliminary Budget hearing on September 13, 2023. Ms. Daniels also informed that the revenue derived from recording fees was expected to be 50% less than last year as a result of fewer home transactions, and signaled a possible cooling of the housing market. Indian River County Florida Page 14 Board of County Commissioners Meeting Minutes - Final July 12, 2023 County Attorney Dylan Reingold received confirmation that an additional fund would be set up to capture money from the Opioid settlement to be used for dedicated services. Attorney Reingold informed the Board that a budget amendment would be forthcoming for this purpose. There were no comments from the public. DEBT SERVICE/CAPITAL PROJECTS 204 DODGER BONDS 308 JACKIE ROBINSON TRAINING COMPLEX (fka CAPITAL RESERVE FUND) 315 OPTIONAL ONE -CENT SALES TAX 23-0619 Attachments: Debt -Capital Projects Budget Director Kristin Daniels reviewed the Debt/Capital Funds, and made mention of the contract changes for the Jackie Robinson Training Complex (JRTC), as well as the Board's decision to reduce the amount of supportive tourist tax revenue; the JRTC budget decrease to $400,000 would be reflected at the Preliminary Budget Hearing. Discussion ensued among the Board and staff regarding the specifics of the Dodger Bonds versus the JRTC. Ms. Daniels clarified the Dodger Bonds were debt service from the County's purchase, and was offset by State -received funds. The County's agreed -to maintenance of the JRTC had been modified to have the County reimburse JRTC staff for the new Championship Hall and asbestos remediation in the Village. AGGREGATE MILLAGE AGGREGATE MILLAGE RATE IS 6.1307 RECAP — TOTAL PROPOSED BUDGET AND PROPOSED MILLAGE RATES County Administrator John Titkanich reviewed the final proposed budget numbers: OVERALL BUDGET Total proposed budget for 2023/24 is $506,235,729, a decrease of $70,269,646. GENERALFUND Proposed millage is 3.5475, 10.72% above rolled back. The proposed budget is $132,409,629, an increase of $1,934,300. MUNICIPAL SERVICE TAXING UNIT Indian River County Florida Paye 15 Board of County Commissioners Meeting Minutes - Final July 12, 2023 Proposed millage is 1. 1506, 10.55% above rolled back. The proposed budget is $49,903,560, an increase of $4,608,322. TRANSPORTATION FUND The proposed budget is $23,238,226, an increase of $1,373,648. EMERGENCY SERVICES DISTRICT Proposed millage is 2.3531, 10.45% above rolled back. The proposed budget is $59,144,806 an increase of $1,654,420. The proposed Aggregate Millage rate is 6.1307. JOHN A. TITKANICH, JR., COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR Discussion among the Board ensued following the presentation of the final budget numbers. Commissioner Loar noted that the budget message and numbers show that 2022/23 was a robust year, however indicators suggest 2023/24 may be less so. Administrator Titkanich agreed that the decrease in fees related to housing purchases reflected economists' forecasts of a slower coming year. The item closed with the board giving thanks to staff for creating a flat budget which included several changes to accommodate the County's growth. There were no comments from the public. A motion was made by Commissioner Flescher, seconded by Vice Chairman Adams, to approve the millage rates for the 2023124 proposed budget as presented. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 5- Chairman Earman, Vice Chairman Adams, Commissioner Flescher, Commissioner Loar, and Commissioner Moss There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 2:03 p.m. ANNOUNCEMENTS: WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2023 - 5:01 PM - PUBLIC HEARING ON TENTATIVE BUDGET AND PROPOSED MILLAGE RATES WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2023 - 5:01 PM - FINAL BUDGET HEARING AND ADOPTION OF MILLAGE RATES Indian River County Florida Page 16 Board of County Commissioners Budget Workshop Meeting Minutes — Final July 12, 2023 ATTEST: Ryan L. Butler Clerk of Circuit Court and Comptroller By: ;" X)aV/j/-. Deputy Clerk BudgetWorkshop/RW/2023 Minutes Indian River County Florida Page 17