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HomeMy WebLinkAbout09/12/2023 (2)Indian River County Florida Indian River County Administration Complex 18012 7th Street, Building A Vero Beach, Florida, 32960-3388 www.indianriver.gov 1 � q �fc �Ic 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 Indian River County Florida Page 1 Board of County Commissioners Meeting Minutes - Final 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 Indian River County Florida rage c Board of County Commissioners Meeting Minutes - Final September 12, 2023 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 Indian River County Florida Page 3 Board of County Commissioners Meeting Minutes - Final September 12, 2023 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, Indian River County Florida Page 4 Board of County Commissioners Meeting Minutes - Final September 12, 2023 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 Indian River County Florida Page 5 Board of County Commissioners Meeting Minutes - Final September 12, 2023 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 Indian River County Florida Page 6 Board of County Commissioners Meeting Minutes - Final 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 Indian River County Florida Page 7 Board of County Commissioners Meeting Minutes - Final September 12, 2023 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 Indian River County Florida Page 8 Board of County Commissioners Meeting Minutes - Final September 12, 2023 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 Indian River County Florida Page 9 Board of County Commissioners Meeting Minutes - Final September 12, 2023 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. Indian River County Florida Page 10 Board of County Commissioners Meeting Minutes - Final September 12, 2023 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 Indian River County Florida Page 11 Board of County Commissioners Meeting Minutes - Final September 12, 2023 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 Indian River County Florida Page 12 Board of County Commissioners Meeting Minutes - Final September 12, 2023 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: Indian River County Florida Page 13 Board of County Commissioners Meeting Minutes - Final September 12, 2023 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 Indian River County Florida Page 14 Board of County Commissioners Meeting Minutes - Final September 12, 2023 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: Indian River County Florida Page 15 Board of County Commissioners Meeting Minutes - Final September 12, 2023 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. Indian River County Florida Page 16 Board of County Commissioners Meeting Minutes — Final September 12, 2023 ATTEST: Ryan L. Butler Clerk of Circuit Court and Comptroller By: _ .h�L /. -� Deputy BCC/RW/2023 Minutes �ggioNERs ._:► :C), Jose . Earman, C airman `•..��N�iAN M'J Approved: October 17 X093 Indian River County Florida Page 17