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Meeting Minutes - Final
Tuesday, September 12, 2023
9:00 AM
Commission Chambers
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
William K. DeBraal, County Attorney
Ryan L. Butler, Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller
Randi Wardlow, Deputy Clerk
Board of County Commissioners Meeting Minutes - Final September 12, 2023
1. CALL TO ORDER
Present: 5 - Chairman Joe Earman
Vice Chairman Susan Adams
Commissioner Joseph Flescher
Commissioner Deryl Loar
Commissioner Laura Moss
2.A. A MOMENT OF SILENT REFLECTION FOR FIRST RESPONDERS AND MEMBERS OF
THE ARMED FORCES
2.11. INVOCATION
Dr. G. Timothy Womack, First Presbyterian Church
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Vice Chairman Susan Adams
4. ADDITIONS/DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA / EMERGENCY ITEMS
Deleted: Item 10.B.1. Public Discussion from J. Andros
Added: Item 13.A. Resolution for Joint Meeting
A motion was made by Commissioner Flescher, seconded by Vice Chairman
Adams, to approve the Agenda as amended. The motion carried by the following
vote:
Aye: 5 - Chairman Earman, Vice Chairman Adams, Commissioner Flescher, Commissioner
Loar, and Commissioner Moss
5. PROCLAMATIONS and PRESENTATIONS
5.A. 23-0800 Proclamation Designating the Month of September 2023, as Hunger Action Month
Recommended Action: Read and Present
Attachments: Proclamation
Maureen Pringle and Jen Neufeld, volunteers with the Treasure Coast Food Bank,
appeared before the Board to discuss the events to raise awareness during Hunger
Action Month. Ms. Pringle shared the organization's partnerships with other local
agencies to combat hunger in the community, and thanked the Board for their support.
Read and Presented by Vice Chairman Adams
5.13. 23-0801 Proclamation Designating September 16, 2023, As International Coastal Cleanup
Day in Indian River County, Florida
Recommended Action: Recommend Read and Present
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Attachments: Proclamation
September 12, 2023
Kendra Bergman, founder, Coastal Connections, provided information regarding
International Coastal Clean Day on September 16, 2023, an event coordinated
through the Ocean Conservancy. She discussed the harmful effects of microplastics,
and provided statistics from the previous year's clean-up effort. Those interested in
volunteering were directed to the organization's website, coastal-connections.org.
Read and Presented by Commissioner Loar
5.C. 23-0845 Proclamation Dedicating September 23rd as Sickle Cell Awareness Day
Recommended Action: Recommend Read & Present
Attachments: Proclamation
Alma Miller and Maya Miller addressed the Board regarding this inaugural effort to
raise awareness of sickle cell disease, and spoke of their personal connection to the
disease. Ms. Miller invited the community to a parade through Gifford to Victor Hart
Park on September 23, 2023.
Read and Presented by Commissioner Moss
5.D. 23-0848 Proclamation Celebrating Mount Olive Primitive Baptist Church's 97th Anniversary
Recommended Action: Recommend Read & Present
Attachments: Proclamation
Elder Michael Monfiston, Pastor, Mount Olive Primitive Baptist Church, discussed
the Church's mission in the community and their outreach programs. He thanked the
Board for their support and recognition. Commissioner Flescher thanked the Church
representatives for making a difference in the community.
Read and Presented by Commissioner Flescher
5.E. 23-0849 Demonstration of new website
Information Technology Director Dan Russell and Webmaster Scott Johnson
provided a preview of the redesigned County website at its new domain,
indianriver.gov. Mr. Russell thanked staff and walked the Board through the website
and detailed the upgraded content management system. The Commissioners each in
turn expressed their support of the holistic changes and improved navigation on the
website.
Presented by Dan Russell and Scott Johnson
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6. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
6.A. 23-0833 Regular Meeting of July 11, 2023
Recommended Action: Approve
Attachments: 07112023 BCC Draft
A motion was made by Commissioner Loar, seconded by Commissioner Flescher,
to approve the Regular Meeting Minutes of July 11, 2023 as written. The motion
carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Chairman Earman, Vice Chairman Adams, Commissioner Flescher, Commissioner
Loar, and Commissioner Moss
6.13. 23-0854 2023/24 Budget Workshop Meeting of July 12, 2023
Recommended Action: Approve
Attachments: 07122023 Budget Workshop Draft
A motion was made by Commissioner Flescher, seconded by Vice Chairman
Adams, to approve the 2023/24 Budget Workshop Meeting of July 12, 2023 as
written. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Chairman Earman, Vice Chairman Adams, Commissioner Flescher, Commissioner
Loar, and Commissioner Moss
7. INFORMATION ITEMS FROM STAFF OR COMMISSIONERS NOT REQUIRING BOARD
ACTION
7.A. 23-0787 Indian River County Venue Event Calendar Review
Recommended Action: Informational Item Only; no Board Action is Required
Attachments: Event Calendar
Chairman Earman highlighted events from the calendar and made mention he would
be competing in the annual Dancing with Vero's Stars fundraiser to benefit the Indian
River County Healthy Start Coalition.
No Action Taken or Required
7.6. 23-0846 Notice of Extension to Contract for Construction of Required Roadway
Improvements (Re: Right -Of -Way Permit No. 2022031447) - Old Dixie Highway
Roadway Improvements
Attachments: Staff Report
No Action Taken or Required
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8. CONSENT AGENDA
A motion was made by Commissioner Flescher, seconded by Vice Chairman
Adams, to approve the Consent Agenda as amended, pulling Items 8.M., 8.P.,
and 8.Q. for discussion. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Chairman Earman, Vice Chairman Adams, Commissioner Flescher, Commissioner
Loar, and Commissioner Moss
8.A. 23-0786 Checks and Electronic Payments August 18, 2023 to August 24, 2023
Recommended action: Approve the list of checks and electronic payments issued by the Comptroller
Division for the time period of August 18, 2023 to August 24, 2023
Attachments: Comptroller Division Staff Report
Approved
8.B. 23-0815 Checks and Electronic Payments August 25, 2023 to August 31, 2023
Recommended Action: Approve the list of checks and electronic payments issued by the Comptroller
Division for the time period of August 25, 2023 to August 31, 2023
Attachments: Comptroller Division Staff Report
Approved
8.C. 23-0837 Subrecipient Award Contracts
Recommended Action: Approve the Subrecipient Award Agreements and execute any related documents
Attachments: Comptroller Division Staff Report
TCHSC Subrecipient Agreement 2023
SRA Subrecipient Agreement 2023
Approved staffs recommendation
8.D. 23-0785 Extension of Tax Roll
Recommended Action: Approve
Attachments: IRC Tax Collector's Memo
Approved request to order the Tax Roll to be extended prior to the completion of
the Value Adjustment Board hearings.
8.E. 23-0803 Blanket Travel Authorization for Commissioners, County Officers, and Staff for Fiscal
Year 2023-2024 (October 1, 2023, through September 30, 2024)
Recommended Action: Approval is recommended for Commissioners, County Officers, and Staff to travel
out -of -County for current and future assigned committee meetings and the programs,
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meetings, and hearings listed in the Descriptions and Conditions during the
2023-2024 Fiscal Year
Attachments: Memorandum
Approved staffs recommendation
8.F. 23-0817 Amendment to Lost Tree Village Conservation Easement
Recommended Action: Staff recommends the Board of County Commissioners approve the amendment to
the conservation easement, and authorize the chairman to sign consent and joinder on
behalf of the Board.
Attachments: Staff Report
Amendment
Approved staffs recommendation
8.G. 23-0840 Water and Sewer Easement to City of Vero Beach for Jackie Robinson Training
Complex
Recommended Action: Staff recommends the Board of County Commissioners approve the Water and
Sewer Easement Deed and authorize the Chair to sign the easement.
Attachments: Staff Report
Water and Sewer Easement Deed
Approved staffs recommendation
8.H. 23-0807 Miscellaneous Budget Amendment 08
Recommended Action: Staff recommends the Board of County Commissioners approve the budget resolution
amending the fiscal year 2022/2023 budget
Attachments: Staff Report
Resolution
Exhibit "A"
Approved staffs recommendation and Resolution 2023-049, delegating authority
to the County Administrator, the Deputy County Administrator or the Director of
the Office of Management & Budget or their designee to execute all documents
necessary to amend the fiscal year 2022-2023 budget during the period
commencing November 15, 2023, through and including November 29, 2023.
8.1. 23-0809 Award of Bid 2024002 - Annual Bid to Furnish and Deliver Polymer
Recommended Action: Staff recommends the Board award Bid 2024002 to Polydyne, Inc., and authorize
the Purchasing Division to issue blanket purchase orders for the period of October 1,
2023 through September 31, 2024. Staff also recommends the Board authorize the
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Purchasing Manager to renew this bid under the same terms and conditions for two
additional one-year periods subject to satisfactory performance, vendor acceptance,
and determination by the Utilities Department that renewal of this annual bid is in the
best interest of Indian River County.
Attachments: Staff Report
Approved staffs recommendation
8.J. 23-0812 Award of Bid 2024001 - Annual Bid for Hydrofluosilicic Acid
Recommended action: Staff recommends the Board award Bid 202400 to Univar Solutions USA, Inc., and
authorize the Purchasing Division to issue blanket purchase orders for the period of
October 1, 2023 through September 31, 2024. Staff also recommends the Board
authorize the Purchasing Manager to renew this bid under the same terms and
conditions for two additional one-year periods subject to satisfactory performance,
vendor acceptance, and determination by the Utilities Department that renewal of this
annual bid is in the best interest of Indian River County.
Attachments: Staff Report
Approved staffs recommendation
8.K. 23-0820 Award of Bid 2023056 - Annual Bid for Fiber Optic Engineering, Design, Material,
Supplies, and Installation
Recommended action: Staff recommends the Board award Bid 2023056 to Bore Tech Utilities &
Maintenance, Inc., Precision Contracting Services, Inc., and Gerelcom, Inc., approve
the sample agreement, and authorize the Chairman to sign the agreement after review
and approval by the County Attorney as to form and legal sufficiency, and receipt and
approval of the required insurance by the Risk Manager.
Attachments: Staff Report
Sample Agreement
Approved staffs recommendation
8.L. 23-0821 Designation of Excess Equipment as Surplus and Authorization for Disposition
Recommended Action: Staff recommends the Board declare the items on the Excess List for 091223 as
surplus, and authorize their disposition, as indicated.
Attachments: Staff Report
Excess list for 091223
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Approved staffs recommendation
September 12, 2023
8.M. 23-0788 Veteran Services Legal Agreement - City of Sebastian Historical School Building
Lease Agreement
Recommended action: Staff recommends that the Board approve the lease agreement with the City of
Sebastian for the relocation of the North County Veteran Services Office and
authorize the Chairman to execute the School Building Lease Agreement after review
and approval by the County Attorney for legal sufficiency.
Attachments: Staff Report
Lease
Commissioner Flescher expressed excitement regarding the lease agreement and
thanked staff and community leaders who came together to provide space for
Veteran's services. Deputy County Administrator Michael Zito thanked the Board
and City of Sebastian leaders for their swift action and cooperation.
A motion was made by Commissioner Flescher, seconded by Chairman Earman,
to approve staffs recommendation. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Chairman Earman, Vice Chairman Adams, Commissioner Flescher, Commissioner
Loar, and Commissioner Moss
8.N. 23-0816 Children's Services Advisory Program FY 23/24 Agency Grant Contract
Recommended action: Staff recommends that the Board accept the revised FY23-24 Children's Services
Program Sample Indian River County Grant Contract as submitted and authorize the
Chairman to execute the 46 program contracts for Fiscal Year 23-24 after review
and approval by the County Attorney for legal sufficiency.
Attachments: Staff Report
Grant Contract CSAC Agency
Approved staffs recommendation
8.0. 23-0753 North County Library Expansion, IRC -2009 Final Payment, Release of Retainage
and Change Order No. 1
Recommended Action: Staff recommends approval of Change Order No. 1 and payment of Contractor's
Application for Payment No. 13 to Proctor Construction Company, LLC. in the
amount of $88,693.81 for final payment and release of retainage.
Attachments: Staff Report
Change Order No. 1
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Approved staffs recommendation
8.P. 23-0804 Award of Bid No. 2023041 Jackie Robinson Training Complex Walking Trail,
IRC -1908
Recommended Action: Staff recommends the project be awarded to Prince Land, Inc., in the amount of
$1,322,979.64. Staff further recommends the Board approve the sample agreement
and authorize the Chairman to execute said agreement after review and approval of
both the agreement and required Public Construction Bond by the County Attorney
as to form and legal sufficiency, the receipt and approval of required insurance by the
Risk Manager and after the Contractor has become registered with the Building
Division.
Attachments: Staff Report
Sample Agreement
Commissioner Flescher was pleased that this four -years -in -the -making plan to
convert the old par -3 golf course at the Jackie Robinson Training Complex (formerly
Dodgertown) into walking trails was moving forward.
County Administrator John Titkanich estimated completion of the trails in early 2024.
Public Works Director Richard Szpyrka provided additional details of the timeline,
estimating the start of construction in late November. He advised to temper
expectations in light of procurement delays and the time-consuming construction of a
pedestrian bridge. At the request of Chairman Earman, Director Szpyrka displayed
construction plans and discussed details of the area.
A motion was made by Commissioner Flescher, seconded by Chairman Earman,
to approve staffs recommendation. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Chairman Earman, Vice Chairman Adams, Commissioner Flescher, Commissioner
Loar, and Commissioner Moss
8.Q. 23-0831 Providence Pointe PD Waiver Request to Eliminate 15 -foot Stormwater Maintenance
Area
Recommended Action: Staff recommends that the Board approve the waiver to eliminate the 15 -foot
Stormwater Maintenance Area for Phase two only and condition the approval such
that if the design concept changes in the future, the waiver will be terminated
Attachments: Staff Report
Boathouse Waiver Request Letter
Boathouse Exhibit
County resident Tom Sullivan questioned whether the County's Land Development
Regulations would be changed to accommodate Providence Point PD's requested
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waiver regarding their stormwater maintenance area, and if denied, would the area be
redistributed among the homes.
Public Works Director Richard Szpyrka described the developer's proposal to build
a seawall around the lake with overhanging porches or decks, and noted it was a
one-time instance. The Planning and Zoning Commission had approved the
conceptual plans with a contingency that if the plans were changed, the waiver would
be rescinded.
Mr. Sullivan and Director Szpyrka discussed safety issues, maintenance around the
area, and the developer's responsibility regarding upkeep. Mr. Sullivan expressed
reservations regarding usage of planned developments instead of land development
regulations.
County Administrator John Titkanich informed there would be a series of workshops
in October where the County would consider issues regarding its Comprehensive
Plan. and encouraged all to attend.
A motion was made by Commissioner Flescher, seconded by Commissioner Loar,
to approve staffs recommendation. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Chairman Earman, Vice Chairman Adams, Commissioner Flescher, Commissioner
Loar, and Commissioner Moss
8.R. 23-0811 North Sebastian Phase Il Water and Sewer Project IRLNEP (IRL2020-04) Time
Extension
Recommended action: Staff recommends the Board of County Commissioners authorize the Director of
Utility Services or authorized representative to sign the IRL2020-04 change order
and all necessary documents in order to effectuate the grant time extension
Attachments: Staff Report
IRL2020-04 Change Order 4
Approved staffs recommendation
9. CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS and GOVERNMENTAL AGENCIES
9.A. 23-0819 Supervisor of Elections Leslie R. Swan re: Request to Roll Back Revenue Into 22/23
Budget
Recommended Action: Request to Approve
Attachments: Supervisor of Elections Memo
Receipts
Supervisor of Elections Leslie R. Swan appeared before the Board to request
revenue received from the verification of petitions and data list preparations be rolled
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back into her department's fiscal year 2022-2023 budget. She noted the $3,579.20 in
funds would be used to pay for unfunded mandates contained in State Senate Bill
7050.
A motion was made by Commissioner Flescher, seconded by Commissioner Loar,
to approve request to have the revenue received from petition verification fees
and data list preparation be rolled back in to the Supervisor of Elections FY
2022-2023 budget. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Chairman Earman, Vice Chairman Adams, Commissioner Flescher, Commissioner
Loar, and Commissioner Moss
10. PUBLIC ITEMS
A. PUBLIC HEARINGS
PROOF OF PUBLICATION FOR THIS HEARING IS ON FILE IN THE
OFFICE OF THE CLERK TO THE BOARD.
10.A.1. 23-0672 Local Provider Participation Fund Approval
Recommended action: County staff recommends that the Board open the public hearing, take public
comment and then vote whether to approve the Local Provider Participation Fund
Resolution and Letter of Agreement.
Attachments: Staff Report
LPPF Resolution
Letter of Agreement
Affidavit of Publication - LFFP
County Attorney Bill DeBraal briefly described the Local Provider Participation
Fund (LPPF) which helped hospitals recoup unreimbursed costs from Medicare.
Attorney Michael Poche, with Adelanto Healthcare Ventures, appeared before
the Board to discuss the LPPF which helped close the gap between hospitals'
expenses and the less -than -full amount they received from Medicare.
The Chairman opened the public hearing.
Ron Bierman, Sebastian River Medical Center, thanked the Board for their
support and provided statistics regarding costs and losses sustained by acute care
hospitals around the Country.
Warren Fuller, Cleveland Clinic, noted the LPPF helped the hospital maintain and
expand their services, and thanked the Board for supporting it.
There being no further comments, the Chairman closed the public hearing.
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Commissioner Moss commented on the importance of keeping local hospitals
healthy financially.
A motion was made by Commissioner Moss, seconded by Vice Chairman
Adams, to approve staffs recommendation and Resolution 2023-050,
authorizing and adopting a non -ad valorem special assessment within the
County limits for the purpose of benefiting assessed properties through
enhanced Medicaid payments for local services; finding and determining that
certain real property is specially benefited by the assessment; collecting the
assessment against the real property; establishing a public hearing to
consider imposition of the proposed assessment and the method of its
collection; authorizing and directing the publication of notices in connection
therewith; providing for certain other authorizations and delegations of
authority as necessary; and providing an effective date. The motion carried
by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Chairman Earman, Vice Chairman Adams, Commissioner Flescher,
Commissioner Loar, and Commissioner Moss
B. PUBLIC DISCUSSION ITEMS
10.B.1. 23-0808 Request for Public Discussion from J. Andros re: County Administrator
Accountability
Recommended Action: No action required
Attachments: Public Discussion Request Andros
Deleted
10.B.2. 23-0844 Public Discussion Request from Vero Lake Estates Property Owners, Mary Lou
Ciambriello re: Fire Station 15 - Traffic Control
Recommended Action: No action required
Attachments: Public Discussion Request Ciambriello
Mary Lou Ciambriello appeared before the Board to advocate for the needs of
the Vero Lake Estates (VLE) community, and provided the Board with packets
of information. She noted the top concerns of her community included speeding
and the need for more stop signs and road signs; increased funding for road
paving; and a request to name a road in honor of Trevor Bishop. Ms. Ciambriello
also discussed the planned Fire Rescue Station 15, land available for its location,
and the need for a fire station to service the North County area.
Vice Chairman Adams discussed a study in the works to look at traffic on 79th
Avenue in VLE, and suggested reaching out to law enforcement regarding
speeders. She also provided an update on the challenge of securing land for a
new fire station. Commissioner Flecher acknowledged the growth of the
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neighborhood over the last decade.
No Action Taken or Required
The Chairman called for a recess at 10:30 a.m., and reconvened the meeting at 10:40
a.m. with all members present.
C. PUBLIC NOTICE ITEMS
11 COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR MATTERS
11.A. 23-0857 Joint Meeting - City of Sebastian and Indian River County
Recommended Action: Review, discuss and select three to five topics for discussion with the City of
Sebastian
Attachments: County Administrator's Memo
Chairman Earman opened the item noting City of Sebastian Mayor Fred Jones was
not present due to a prior commitment. County Administrator John Titkanich referred
to staffs memo dated September 7, 2023, as he read a list of possible agenda topics
that the Board was asked to choose from for the meeting with Sebastian!s City
Council scheduled for September 21, 2023. He noted the joint meeting would last
two hours, and would be moderated by a member of the Treasure Coast Regional
Planning Council.
Chairman Earman opened discussion with support of three topics to include on the
agenda: Septic to sewer conversion, joint use planning for adjacent areas, and
regional park partnership opportunities. Discussion among the Commissioners ensued
with unanimous agreement that septic to sewer conversion planning was of utmost
importance. Commissioner Loar suggested keeping an eye on upcoming grants from
the State and obtaining agreement on project priorities for the Lagoon and affordable
housing. Given the meeting's time constraint, the Board agreed that joint use planning
and recreational opportunities would round out the agenda.
Consensus was reached to discuss the following topics: Septic to Sewer, Joint
Use Planning for unincorporated areas, and Regional Park opportunities
12. DEPARTMENTAL MATTERS
A. Community Development
B. Emergency Services
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C. General Services
D. Human Resources
E. Information Technology
F. Office of Management and Budget
G. Public Works
12.G.1. 23-0802 Stormwater Pipeline Easement Request, Gifford Dock Park
Recommended action: Staff recommends the Board approve the Temporary Construction Easement and
the issuance of a Permanent Pipeline Easement after installation of the pipeline,
and authorize the Chairman to execute both documents, after review and approval
by the County Attorney as to form and legal sufficiency
Attachments: Staff Report
Temporary Construction Easement
Draft Permanent Easement
COVB Stormwater Pipeline Route
Shelter Exhibit
Public Works Director Richard Szpyrka introduced the item with an overview of
the City of Vero Beach's (City) planned pipeline which would provide treated
stormwater to Johns Island Water Management, Inc. (JIWM) for irrigation use.
Mr. Szpyrka noted the pipeline was planned to run through Gifford Dock Park,
which was owned by the County, and required approval of the needed utility and
construction easements. Upon completion of the pipeline, the City would
construct a covered picnic shelter at the park.
Rob Bolton, City of Vero Beach Water and Sewer Director, utilized a slide
presentation to discuss the multi -phase plan which evolved to create a reclaimed
water source for irrigation on Johns Island, and eventually other City properties,
as well as to construct a pipeline and exfiltration trench along 43rd Avenue to
protect and supplement the water supply. The presentation went on to discuss
benefits of the plan, project stakeholders, project status, funding, public outreach
plans, and a detailed look at the easement needed at Gifford Dock Park.
Under discussion with Mr. Bolton, the Board received information regarding
contamination monitoring, the estimated 90 -day park closure, grant funding, and
the benefits for the County as a whole.
The following people spoke before the Board:
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Tom Sullivan, County resident, received an explanation of the pipeline route
Monte Falls, Vero Beach City Manager, supported the collaboration
Joe Idlette, County resident, expressed disappointment with the lack of
opportunity for input from the Gifford community
A motion was made by Commissioner Moss, seconded by Chairman Earman,
to approve staffs recommendation. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Chairman Earman, Vice Chairman Adams, Commissioner Flescher,
Commissioner Loar, and Commissioner Moss
12.G.2. 23-0810 Indigo Vero, LLC. Developers Agreement, 46th Place at Tracking Station Park
Recommended action: Staff recommends the Board approve the Developers Agreement with Indigo
Vero, LLC., authorize District II -Traffic Impact Fee funding in an amount not to
exceed $112,699.60, and authorize the Chairman to execute the Developer
Agreement after review and approval by the County Attorney as to form and legal
sufficiency
Attachments: Staff Report
Developers Agreement
Public Works Director Richard Szpyrka discussed the proposed Developer's
Agreement (DA) for Indigo Vero Beach at Tracking Station Park and 46th Place.
He explained that while the development was in the city, the DA concerned
improvements to 46th Place which served as the entrance to the County's beach
park.
Mr. Szpyrka displayed the engineer's plan and discussed improvements such as
sidewalks, curbs, drainage, and enhanced park access. The County was asked
for a 20 percent cost participation, with the balance paid by the developer. He
also informed that the Parks and Recreation Department reviewed the planning
and supported the enhanced access to the beach park.
Vice Chairman Adams sought assurance that the public park's entrance would not
be encroached upon by development and that public access to the beach would
not be impeded, especially considering this was a handicap accessible beach
park. Director Szpyrka confirmed all parties were aware 46th Place was a public
road, and the public would be using it to access the beach.
Tom Sullivan, County resident, suggested adding signage noting Tracking Station
Park was a public beach.
A motion was made by Commissioner Loar, seconded by Commissioner
Moss, to approve staff's recommendation. The motion carried by the
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following vote:
Aye: 5 - Chairman Earman, Vice Chairman Adams, Commissioner Flescher,
Commissioner Loar, and Commissioner Moss
H. Utilities Services
12.H.1. 23-0830 Developer's Agreement with Go Life Holding LLC for 12 -inch Water Main
Extension from 90th Avenue to 98th Avenue
Recommended Action: Staff recommends the Board of County Commissioners approve the Developer's
Agreement with Go Life Holding LLC for a 12 -inch Water Main Extension from
90th Avenue to 98th Avenue and authorize the Chair to execute the same
Attachments: Staff Report
Venetian Grove Developer's Agreement
Utility Services Director Sean Lieske presented the Board with a Developer's
Agreement (DA) to install a water main extension for the Venetian Grove area
west of I-95 and south of SR60 in order to secure water and sewer availability
for the planned development of 900 single family homes. Mr. Lieske explained
this water main had already been targeted for expansion to accommodate future
development and provide redundancy to the area which suffered a water outage
when there was a break in the main line. He informed that the agreement specified
a 60/40 percent split between the County and the developer, though the cost was
still unknown and would be dependent upon when construction was ready to
begin.
A motion was made by Commissioner Flescher, seconded by Commissioner
Loar, to approve staffs recommendation. The motion carried by the following
vote:
Aye: 5 - Chairman Earman, Vice Chairman Adams, Commissioner Flescher,
Commissioner Loar, and Commissioner Moss
13. COUNTY ATTORNEY MATTERS
13.A.1. 23-0867 Joint meeting Resolution
County Attorney Bill DeBraal informed that State Statute 125, which dealt with joint
meetings between the County and municipalities, specified the meetings were required
to be advertised and have a Resolution of approval. He requested the Board's
approval of the Resolution which included separately planned meetings between the
County, the City of Sebastian, the City of Vero Beach, and the Indian River County
School Board.
A motion was made by Commissioner Flescher, seconded by Commissioner Loar,
to approve Resolution 2023-051, authorizing the Board of County Commissioners
for Indian River County to participate in a joint meeting with the City of Sebastian
City Council, the City of Vero Beach City Council and the School District of Indian
River County to discuss and plan matters of mutual interest; and providing for an
effective date. The motion carried by the following vote:
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Aye: 5 - Chairman Earman, Vice Chairman Adams, Commissioner Flescher, Commissioner
Loar, and Commissioner Moss
14. COMMISSIONERS MATTERS
A. Commissioner Joseph H. Earman, Chairman
B. Commissioner Susan Adams, Vice Chairman
C. Commissioner Joseph E. Flescher
14.C.1. 23-0841 Public Record Clarification
Recommended Action: Discussion
Attachments: Commissioner's Memo
Suoportino Documents
Commissioner Flescher sought to clarify statements made at the August 29, 2023
Board meeting surrounding emails regarding a removed Agenda item. The
Commissioner wanted to ensure communication remained open between the
Board and the public. Commissioner Moss responded to Commissioner
Flescher's comments, and a back -and -forth exchange ensued regarding emails
received and their content. Vice Chairman Adams noted not all Commissioners
received the same email communication, and Chairman Earman declared the issue
had been clarified and settled.
No Action Taken or Required
D. Commissioner Deryl Loar
E. Commissioner Laura Moss
15. SPECIAL DISTRICTS AND BOARDS
A. Emergency Services District
B. Solid Waste Disposal District
C. Environmental Control Board
16. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, the Chairman adjourned the meeting at 11:45 a.m.
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ATTEST:
Ryan L. Butler
Clerk of Circuit Court and Comptroller
By:
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Deputy
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Approved: October 17 X093
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