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Meeting Minutes - Final
Tuesday, July 15, 2025
9:00 AM
Commission Chambers
Board of County Commissioners
Joseph Flescher, District 2, Chairman
Deryl Loar, District 4, Vice Chairman
Susan Adams, District 1
Joseph H. Earman, District 3
Laura Moss, District 5
John A. Titkanich, Jr., County Administrator
Jennifer W. Shuler, County Attorney
Ryan L. Butler, Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller
Randi Wardlow, Deputy Clerk
Board of County Commissioners Meeting Minutes - Final July 15, 2025
1. CALL TO ORDER
Present: 5 - Chairman Joseph Flescher
Vice Chairman Deryl Loar
Commissioner Susan Adams
Commissioner Joe Earman
Commissioner Laura Moss
2.A. A MOMENT OF SILENT REFLECTION FOR FIRST RESPONDERS AND MEMBERS OF
THE ARMED FORCES
2.B. INVOCATION
Pastor Bert Wilson, Faith Baptist Church
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Chairman Joseph Flescher, District 2
4. ADDITIONS/DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA / EMERGENCY ITEMS
A motion was made by Commissioner Moss, seconded by Commissioner Adams,
to approve the Agenda as amended, moving Item 7.F. to be heard following Item
5.A. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman Loar, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner
Earman, and Commissioner Moss
5. PROCLAMATIONS and PRESENTATIONS
5.A. 25-0711 Presentation of Proclamation Honoring David M. Gee On His Retirement
from the Indian River County Board of County Commissioners Department
of Utility Services, Wastewater Treatment
Recommended Action: Recommend Read & Present.
Attachments: Proclamation
Mr. Gee was joined by supervisors and co-workers as he accepted recognition for
his 32 years of service to the County. He expressed pride at the improvements made
during his time and considered his coworkers like family. Commissioner Earman, who
has known Mr. Gee since childhood, called him a hard worker and all-around great
guy. Utility Operations Manager Richard Meckes enjoyed working with him. Director
of Utility Services Sean Lieske described the ways Mr. Gee's work helped make the
Lagoon healthier and presented him with a Challenge Coin in recognition of his
achievements.
Read and Presented by Chairman Flescher
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6. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
7. INFORMATION ITEMS FROM STAFF OR COMMISSIONERS NOT REQUIRING BOARD
ACTION
7.A. 25-0690 Notice of Second Extension to Contract for Construction of Required
Roadway Improvements (Re: Right -Of -Way Permit No. 2022031525) -
Project: Lucaya Pointe - Developer: GRBK GHO LUCAYA POINTE, LLC
Recommended Action: Informational only, no Board action required.
No Action Taken or Required
7.13. 25-0691 Notice of Extension to Contract for Construction of Required Roadway
Improvements (Re: Right -Of -Way Permit No. 2023050054) - Project: Vero
West Apartments - Developer: VERO WEST PARTNERS, LLC
Recommended Action: Informational only, no Board action required
No Action Taken or Required
7.C. 25-0692 Notice of Second Extension to Contract for Construction of Required
Roadway Improvements (Re: Right -Of -Way Permit No. 2021091000) -
Project: The Vivien Apartments, City of Vero Beach - Developer: PARK
POINTE APARTMENTS VERO, LLC
Recommended Action: Informational only, no Board action required.
No Action Taken or Required
7.D. 25-0704 2025 Annual Achievement of Excellence in Procurement® (AEP) Award
Recommended Action: No action is required.
Chairman Flescher congratulated the procurement team for their first-ever award of
the Annual Achievement of Excellence in Procurement (AEP) Award from the
National Procurement Institute, Inc. (NPI). The award recognizes excellence in
innovation, professionalism, productivity, leadership, and e -procurement.
No Action Taken or Required
7.E. 25-0715 Early Learning Coalition Board Vacancy
Recommended Action: None - This is an Informational Item
Attachments: ELC Board Appt Ltr - IR County Commissioner 2025-29
F.S. 1002.83
Chairman Flescher mentioned the opportunity to serve on the Early Learning Coalition
Board, and that applications could be found online.
No Action Taken or Required
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7.F. 25-0746 Designating the Month of July 2025, as Parks & Recreation Month and July
18, 2025, as Parks and Recreation Professionals' Day
Recommended Action: No action required
Attachments: Proclamation
[Clerk Note: This Item was heard following Item 5.A.]
Commissioner Earman addressed the representatives from the Parks and Recreation
Department in celebration of their work. Chairman Flescher credited the Department
with enhancing the quality of life for residents. Director of Parks, Recreation, and
Conservation Beth Powell expressed appreciation for her team of more than 170
people and provided statistics on the work they do. Deputy County Administrator
Mike Zito mentioned new and seasoned team members and their pride in their work.
Read and Presented by Commissioner Earman
8. PUBLIC COMMENT: AGENDA -RELATED MATTERS (EXCEPT FOR PUBLIC
HEARINGS)
9. CONSENT AGENDA
A motion was made by Commissioner Earman, seconded by Chairman Flescher,
to approve the Consent Agenda as amended, pulling Item 9.E. for discussion. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5- Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman Lear, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner
Earman, and Commissioner Moss
9.A. 25-0707 Authorization to Increase Blanket Purchase Orders to Everglades and Dyer
Chevrolet
Approved staffs recommendation
9.B. 25-0753 Lobbyist Contract for Legislative Session
Recommended Action: Staff respectfully recommends the Board of County Commission enter into an
agreement with Arrow Group Consulting, LLC, for lobbying services through
September 30„ 2026, for the contract amount of $150,000, and authorize the County
Administrator to execute the agreement after review and approval of the County
Attorney.
Attachments: Anfield to Arrow Contract Draft 2025 extended 7.15
Approved staffs recommendation
9.C. 25-0712 Renewal of Agreement with SteepSteel, LLC for Telecom Services
Recommended Action: The County Attorney recommends that the Board approve the extension of the
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contract with SteepSteel, LLC.
Attachments: 25.6.30 NOTICE OF INTENT TO RENEW PROFESSIONAL
SERVICES AGREEMENT SteepSteel
Approved staffs recommendation
9.D. 25-0688 Final Payment, Release of Retainage and Change Order No. 4 (IRC -1505)
Construction of 66th Avenue Roadway Widening (49th Street to 69th
Street) RC -1505, FDOT FM 436379-1-54-01 & 436379-1-54-02
Recommended Action: Staff recommends approval of Change Order No. 4 and payment of Contractor's
Application for Payment No. 1505-49 FINAL in the amount of $1,456,914.18, once
all subcontractor final lien releases have been received.
Attachments: Change Order No. 4
HEC Pay App 49
Approved staffs recommendation
9.E. 25-0695 Award of Bid No. 2025025 for Indian River Boulevard Bicycle & Pedestrian
Improvements (4th Street - 17th Street) IRC -1817, FDOT FM
444269-1-54-01
Recommended Action: Staff recommends the project be awarded to Timothy Rose Contracting, Inc. in the
amount of $10,826,000.00. 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, and the receipt and approval of required
insurance by the Risk Manager.
Attachments: Sample Agreement
Commissioner Moss stated she did not support the Item because the width of the
buffered bicycle lanes would be six -feet wide instead of seven -feet wide as
recommended by the Florida Department of Transportation.
A motion was made by Commissioner Adams, seconded by Chairman Flescher,
to approve staffs recommendation. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 4- Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman Loar, Commissioner Adams, and Commissioner
Earman
Nay: 1 - Commissioner Moss
9.F. 25-0697 Award of Bid No. 2025037, Indian River County Shooting Range Pavement
Improvements, IRC -2413
Recommended action: Staff recommend the project be awarded to Heavy Civil, Inc. in the amount of
$469,387.65. Staff further recommends the Board approve the sample agreement
and authorize the Chairman to execute said agreement after review and approval of
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both the agreement and required Public Construction Bond by the County Attorney
as to form and legal sufficiency, and the receipt and approval of required insurance by
the Risk Manager.
Attachments: Sample Agreement
Approved staffs recommendation
9.G. 25-0700 Release of Retainage and Approval of Change Order No. 1 Oslo Road and
90th Avenue Roadway Improvements (IRC -2215)
Recommended Action: Staff recommends approval of Change Order No. 1 and payment of Contractor's
Application for Payment No. 2215-10 in the amount of $108,462.09 for release of
retainage once all subcontractor final lien releases have been received.
Attachments: Change Order No. 1
Approved staffs recommendation
9.1-1. 25-0542 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission Manatee Speed Zone
Rule Review Committee Request
Recommended action: Staff recommends the Board of County Commissioners authorize staff to form a
Local Rule Review Committee for the proposed FWC rule changing manatee speed
zones within the Indian River County section of the Indian River Lagoon. Staff
recommends each Board member appoint two (2) members to the LRRC consisting
of one (1) waterway user and (1) manatee/environmental advocate. Staff
recommends the Board authorize staff to solicit applications for and approve the
remaining 4 members. Staff also recommends the Board authorize staff to be the
liaison between FWC and the Local Rule Review Committee to facilitate the local rule
review process.
Attachments: 2025 LRRC App
Approved staffs recommendation
9.1. 25-0705 FDEP LGFR Grant 221R1, Amendment No. 1, Wabasso Beach
Restoration Project — Sector 3
Recommended action: Staff recommends the BOCC approve FDEP LGFR Grant 22IR1 Amendment No. 1
and authorize the County Administrator to sign the Amendment on behalf of the
County. In addition, staff recommends the BOCC further authorize the County
Administrator to sign any future Amendments to LGFR 221R1 that do not alter its'
financial terms on behalf of the County and upon concurrence by the County
Attorney.
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Attachments: FDEP LGFR 221R1 Amendment No. 1 Sector 3
Approved staffs recommendation
9.J. 25-0706 FDEP LGFR Grant 191R3 Amendment No. 3 - Vero Beach Restoration
Project - Sector 5
Attachments: FDEP LGFR 191R3 A3 Vero Beach Restoration
Approved staffs recommendation
9.K. 25-0716 Acceptance and Approval of Expenditures for Emergency Management
Preparedness Assistance (EMPA) State -Funded Subgrant Agreement
(Agreement # A0435)
Recommended action: Staff recommends Approval of the EMPA State -Funded Subgrant Agreement,
associated expenditures, and authorization of the Chairman to execute this agreement
between Indian River County Emergency Management and the State of Florida,
Division of Emergency Management.
Attachments: Indian River County FY25 AO542 Agreement
Approved staffs recommendation
9.L. 25-0717 Updated State Funded Agreement PSAP Upgrade Project
Attachments: FY2526 PSAP Agreement DMS -P1-25-07-17
Approved staffs recommendation
9.M. 25-0718 Approval of Resolution Adopting the Updated 2025 Indian River County
Unified Local Mitigation Strategy (LMS)
Recommended Action: Staff recommends approval of the attached Resolution and the updated 2025 Indian
River County Unified Local Mitigation Strategy (LMS). Staff also requests authority
to forward the revised LMS plan to each municipality for their formal approval.
**Due to its size, the 2025 Plan is on file at the Department of Emergency Services
and the Board of County Commissioners Office.
Attachments: Resolution Approving 2025 LMS
FDEM Indian River Approval Letter
Approved staffs recommendation and Resolution 2025-031, approving the 2025
revised Indian River County Unified Local Mitigation Strategy.
9.N. 25-0745 Work Order Number 2, Amendment No. 4 - New Restroom Facility at Fran
Adams Park
Recommended Action: Staff respectfully request the approval of Work Order Number 2, Amendment No.4,
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in the amount of $3,500, for reimbursable expenses associated with the new restroom
at Fran Adams Regional Park.
Attachments: CCNA 2023 Work Order Template.pdf
20016 W02 AmendNo4 25-0703.pdf
Approved staffs recommendation
9.0. 25-0708 Award of Bid No. 2025049
Fire Station #2 Dock Improvements
Recommended action: Staff recommends the project be awarded to Indian River Docks, LLC in the amount
of $211,879.75. 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, and the receipt and approval of required insurance by
the Risk Manager and after the Contractor has become actively registered with the
Building Division.
Attachments: Staff Report
Sample Agreement
Approved staffs recommendation
10. CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS and GOVERNMENTAL AGENCIES
11. PUBLIC ITEMS
A. PUBLIC HEARINGS
PROOF OF PUBLICATION FOR THIS HEARING IS ON FILE IN THE
OFFICE OF THE CLERK TO THE BOARD.
11.A.1. 25-0535 Approval of Resolution Establishing the IRC HCV Program Five Year
Plan, Certifications and Administrative Plan
Recommended action: Staff respectfully recommends that the Board of County Commissioners approve
the resolution adopting the IRC Housing Choice Voucher Program Five -Year
Plan (2026-2030) and Administrative Plan and authorize submission to the U.S.
Department of Housing and Urban Development.
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Attachments: Form-HUD-50075-5Y-for-FL132-ID-3464
Form -H U D -50077-C R -for -FL 132-I D-3594
Form -H U D -50077-S L-for-FL132-I D-4480
IRCHSD Administrative Plan 2025
Resolution FY 2026 HCV Five Year -Annual Plan HCV Administrative
Policy
Community Services Director Cindy Emerson presented the Board with the
Public Housing Agency's (PHA) Five -Year Plan and an Administrative Plan, as
required by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) in order
to receive funding for the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Program.
Housing Services Director Stacy Bush was joined by staff members who oversee
the HCV, Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing, and the Emergency Housing
Voucher Programs. Ms. Bush described the programs which saw an 8.6 percent
increase in housing subsidies. She went on to inform the Board that the required
plans detailed the PHA's mission and long-term goals, and had been available for
review by the public with no comments received.
The Chairman opened the public hearing for comments. There being none, the
Chairman closed the public hearing.
A motion was made by Vice Chairman Loar, seconded by Commissioner
Adams, to approve staffs recommendation and Resolution 2025-032,
approving the Indian River County Housing Choice Voucher Program Five
Year Plan, Certifications, and Administrative Plan with the necessary
attachments. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman Loar, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner
Earman, and Commissioner Moss
B. PUBLIC NOTICE ITEMS
12. COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR MATTERS
13. DEPARTMENTAL MATTERS
A. Building and Facilities Services
B. Community Services
13.6.1. 25-0752 Children's Services Advisory Committee Recommended Program
Funding Allocations for Fiscal Year 25/26
Recommended action: Staff respectfully recommends that the Board of County Commissioners approve
CSAC's funding recommendations for children's programs for FY 25/26 and
authorize the County Administrator to execute the 46 program grant agreements
after review and approval by the County Attorney for legal sufficiency.
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Attachments, Scoring Rubric 25 26
25 26 RFP
CSAC Program Funding Requests FY25-26
Community Services Director Cindy Emerson reported that programs supported
by the Children's Services Advisory Committee (CSAC) delivered over 20,000
touch points with families and children, which reflected a strong return on
investment. Human Services Administrator Megan Kendrick presented the Board
with a mid -year impact report, success stories, return on investment figures, and
parent survey results identifying needs in Health and Wellbeing, Nurturing Families
and Communities, and Success in School and Life. Human Services Coordinator
Robert Catapano discussed CSAC's increased accountability measures: a new
scoring rubric, enhanced auditing from the Clerk of Court, accountability
measures, and professional development programs. The Grant Subcommittee's
work was explained before detailing CSAC's funding allocations for Fiscal Year
2025/26, which totaled $3,201,133.
Under discussion, the Board clarified misinformation in emails received which
claimed funds would be going directly to parents. The Commissioners confirmed
no such plan existed as it would violate the Committee's policy. Commissioner
Adams, CSAC liaison, supported staff and volunteers who spent days reviewing
applications, and also provided increased oversight, transparency, and
accountability.
Chairman Flescher then addressed a letter from one of CSAC's providers, and
expressing his concern about funding for a sunsetting program, and a
double -billing error. Commissioner Adams emphasized the improved oversight
measures which brought the double billing error to light, and agreed to
communicate the Board's concerns regarding this provider to CSAC. Vice
Chairman Loar received details of the composition of the main CSAC Board
from staff.
The following people spoke in support of CSAC, and Community Service's staff:
Wilfred Hart, School District Community Liaison
Angela Weber, resident
Richard Baker, Pelican Island Audubon Society
A motion was made by Commissioner Adams, seconded by Chairman
Flescher, to approve staffs recommendation. The motion carried by the
following vote:
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Aye: 5- Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman Loar, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner
Earman, and Commissioner Moss
The Chairman called for a recess at 10:17 a.m., and reconvened the meeting at 10:27
a.m. with all Board members present.
C. Emergency Services
D. Human Resources
E. Information Technology
F. Natural Resources
G. Office of Management and Budget
H. Parks, Recreation, and Conservation
I. Planning and Development Services
13.1.1. 25-0740 Overview of Regional Food Truck Regulations and Policy
Considerations for Indian River County
Recommended Action:
Staff recommends that the Board receive and consider the presentation outlining
regional food truck regulations and provide direction to staff regarding the
potential development of a food truck ordinance for Indian River County. This
ordinance would be designed to reflect best practices observed in peer
communities while preserving the County's small-town character and ensuring
compatibility with existing land uses.
Chairman Flescher opened the Item by thanking County Administrator John
Titkanich for taking action to pause enforcement of food truck violations which
allowed staff time to focus on creating a suitable and updated Ordinance.
Planning and Development Services Director Chris Balter presented an overview
of regional trends and options for the Commissioners to consider in follow up to
the May 3, 2025, Board meeting which revealed updated regulations for food
trucks were needed. Mr. Balter noted that the State had preempted local control
over licensing, permits, and fees for food trucks. The presentation provided a
framework for the areas the County could regulate: zoning, hours, and site
standards, and concluded with steps to adopt an Ordinance in the third quarter of
2025.
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The Board entered into discussion with Mr. Balter and were informed that code
violations would be sent to both the property and food truck owners; property
owners must give authorization to use their location; there would be no sewage
discharge from the trucks; and the County's Life Safety Team would conduct
inspections. Further discussion was had regarding the requirement for locating
food trucks on paved surfaces, which was not always feasible. Mr. Balter
suggested modifying the language to specify an improved surface rather than a
paved one.
The following people addressed the Board:
Tom Sullivan received information regarding the rules which allowed food trucks
at the County Fair.
Marc Jaffe was informed that Florida Statute 509.102 defined parameters for hot
dog carts.
A motion was made by Commissioner Adams, seconded by Chairman
Flescher, to direct staff to move forward with creating a food truck Ordinance,
and modifying the term "paved surface" to "improved surface". The motion
carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman Loar, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner
Earman, and Commissioner Moss
13.1.2. 25-0742 Planning and Zoning Commission's Request for a Joint Workshop with
the Board of County Commissioners to Discuss the Planned
Development (PD) Review and Approval Process
Recommended action: Staff recommends that the BCC direct staff to schedule a joint special workshop
between the PZC and the BCC to discuss the PD review and approval process in
the Fall of 2025.
Ryan Sweeney, Assistant Planning and Services Director, appeared before the
Board in follow up to a request made at the June 12, 2025, Planning and Zoning
Commission (PZC) meeting for a Joint Workshop with the Board to discuss the
Planned Development review and approval process. Mr. Sweeney suggested
holding the meeting in the fall of this year, possibly in the evening, and stated he
would gather potential dates. Chairman Flescher suggested choosing a Thursday
since the PZC usually met on that day.
Commissioner Earman spoke in support of the meeting so that development
standards could be set that favored County residents. Commissioner Adams
received confirmation that the meeting would include a definition of "public
benefit", discussion of developer waivers, and education for the public regarding
how a Planned Development differed from zoning.
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A motion was made by Commissioner Adams, seconded by Chairman
Flescher, to approve staffs recommendation. The motion carried by the
following vote:
Aye: 5 - Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman Loar, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner
Earman, and Commissioner Moss
J. Public Works
K. Sandridge Golf Club
L. Utilities Services
14. COUNTY ATTORNEY MATTERS
14.A.1. 25-0741 Resolution Designating Planning Services as Administrative Authority
Overseeing Plating Process and Designating County Administrator as
Administrative Official for Approval of Plats
Recommended Action: Staff recommends:
1) The Board officially designate the Planning and Services Division as the
administrative authority to receive, review and process final plats/replats.
2) Designate the County Administrator and/or his/her designee as the administrative
officer with the responsibility of approving, approving with conditions, or denying the
proposed final plat/replat.
3) Planning and Services Division bring to the Board a resolution for acceptance the
dedications made to the County via the plat/replat after said plat/replat has been
accepted and recorded.
Attachments: Proposed Resolution
SB 784
Deputy County Attorney Susan Prado presented the Resolution which contained
changes to the plat approval process. The Florida Legislature, under Senate Bill (SB)
784 which took effect July 1, 2025, mandated designation of an administrative
authority to oversee handling of plat submissions, and a higher authority to be in
charge of plat approval instead of the Board. The Resolution designated the Planning
and Development Services Department as the administrative authority, as they
currently managed plat submissions to ensure legal and other requirements were met.
Additionally, the County Administrator, or his designee, would take on the roll of
required administrative authority to be in charge of plat approvals. The new law also
included a requirement for a seven-day time limit for the approval, conditional
approval, or denial of plats. Attorney Prado speculated the Legislature may have
wanted to expedite the approval process.
Attorney Prado also noted that the Legislature did not update a related Statute
requiring the Board to be responsible for accepting dedications. Since the Board had
done this in conjunction with plat approval, a separate Resolution now would be
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required to bring forward dedications after the County Administrator approved a plat.
Chairman Flescher received confirmation that the new law called for an approver who
ranked higher than the administrative authority. County Administrator John Titkanich
noted that he already reviewed and signed off on plats, so this change would not
affect his workload. Commissioner Moss and Attorney Prado discussed the lack of
clarity which arose with the new law and the routing process for plat approval. The
Commissioner confirmed that developers would bypass the Board by communicating
directly with staff, and expressed her opposition to the law as it usurped home rule.
The Board and staff expressed concern for the short time, with Administrator
Titkanich agreeing staff would have to conduct a sufficiency review. Attorney Prado
informed the Administrator that denials would have to be accompanied by legal
opinion which may slow down the approval process, depending on the submission.
The Administrator suggested having staff put together an information sheet to explain
the new rules.
A motion was made by Commissioner Adams, seconded by Chairman Flescher,
to approve staffs recommendation and Resolution 2025-033, designating the
Planning Services Department as the Administrative Authority to receive, review
and process plats or replat submittals and designating the County Administrator
or his/her designee as the administrative official responsible for approving,
approving with conditions, or denying a proposed plat or replat and granting
authority to accept dedications made via plat. The motion carried by the
following vote:
Aye: 4 - Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman Loar, Commissioner Adams, and Commissioner
Earman
Nay: 1 - Commissioner Moss
15. COMMISSIONERS MATTERS
A. Commissioner Joseph E. Flescher, Chairman
B. Commissioner Deryl Loar, Vice Chairman
15.6.1. 25-0689 Quarterly Updates from County Administrator & County Attorney
Vice Chairman Loar introduced the item, describing the updates as a healthy
practice which fostered transparency and reduced social media speculation.
County Attorney Jennifer Shuler began by discussing the challenges faced this
past quarter as her department learned of the new laws approved in the last state
legislative session. Attorney Shuler relayed her department's ongoing initiatives:
refreshing outdated codes, a master Ordinance for non -ad valorem special
assessments, ironing out details for a County -run animal shelter, a new hire for
land acquisition and leasing and departmental coordination to manage leases. The
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Attorney ended her recap with plans to expand services, create community
relationships, and her desire to be responsive and effective.
County Administrator Titkanich began his report with details of the work done to
bring in a balanced Fiscal Year 2025/26 budget, while keeping millage rates low.
His additional items included: Solid Waste Disposal District efforts, 21 new hires,
leadership training, partnerships for management training, efforts toward an
economic development strategy, the County's Centennial , new construction
projects, and Indian River Lagoon management successes. Internally, the
Administrator had been collaborating with department heads regarding code
changes, and provided updates on Public Works projects, personnel
advancements and turnover, key performance indicators regarding permit
processing, and customer satisfaction improvements. Mr. Titkanich included
challenges such as additional Budget requests from the Sheriff and others,
managing growth and development, stormwater management, and strategic
planning. He ended on a high note, announcing the receipt of a $2 million
appropriation toward the West Library/Community Resource Hub.
Vice Chairman Loar observed that internally, the Administrator should work on
his time management and internal relationships, as well as better availability to
constituents. Commissioner Adams expressed excitement and thanked staff for
their work in securing the $2 million earmark for the West Library project.
Chairman Flescher closed the Item noting there have been many challenges and
demands for the County Attorney and County Administrator.
No Action Taken or Required
C. Commissioner Susan Adams
D. Commissioner Joseph H. Earman
E. Commissioner Laura Moss
16. SPECIAL DISTRICTS AND BOARDS
A. Emergency Services District
B. Solid Waste Disposal District
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.
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16.13.1. 25-0733 Final Pay to Biogas Engineering
Recommended Action: Solid Waste Disposal District staff recommends that its Board approve Biogas
Engineering final invoice amount of $58,827.50.
Attachments: Biogas Final Invoice
There was no discussion regarding this Item.
A motion was made by Commissioner Adams, seconded by Vice Chairman
Loar, to approve staff's recommendation. The motion carried by the following
vote:
Aye: 5- Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman Loar, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner
Earman, and Commissioner Moss
C. Environmental Control Board
17. PUBLIC COMMENT: NON -AGENDA -RELATED MATTERS
18. ADJOURNMENT
Tom Sullivan suggested widely publicizing the Board's future joint session meeting
with the Planning and Zoning Commission (PZC) for the public's benefit. He
discussed ways developers were providing fewer benefits and encouraged public
attendance at PZC meetings.
Matt Redstone, Sergeant with the Indian River County Sheriffs Office, requested the
Board's support for the Sheriffs budget request. He discussed Deputies' struggles and
the need for up-to-date technology.
Al Signorelli, with the Indian River County Corrections Department, asked for the
Board's support for the Sheriffs budget request. He discussed his career in the
Corrections Department, and the dedication of his coworkers.
No Action Taken or Required
There being no further business, the Chairman adjourned the meeting at 11:55 a.m.
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