HomeMy WebLinkAbout10/15/2013MINUTES ATTACHED
BOARD OF COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS
INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA
COMMISSION AGENDA
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2013 - 9:00 A.M.
County Commission Chamber
Indian River County Administration Complex
1801 27th Street, Building A
Vero Beach, Florida, 32960-3388
www.ircgov.com
COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Joseph E. Flescher, Chairman
Wesley S. Davis, Vice Chairman
Peter D. O'Bryan
Bob Solari
Tim Zorc
District 2
District 1
District 4
District 5
District 3
Joseph A. Baird, County Administrator
Dylan Reingold, County Attorney
Jeffrey R. Smith, Clerk to the Board
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. INVOCATION
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
9:00 A.M.
Reverend Shelly Satran, Our Savior Lutheran
Church
Commissioner Joseph E. Flescher, Chairman
4. ADDITIONS/DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA / EMERGENCY ITEMS
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5. PROCLAMATIONS and PRESENTATIONS
A. Presentation of Proclamation Designating the Month of October, 2013 as
National Arts and Humanities Month 1
B. Presentation of Highlights From the Final Report on the "Regional
Economic Benefits of the Sebastian Inlet" by Sebastian Inlet District
Commissioner Beth Mitchell and Sebastian Inlet District Administrator
Marty Smithson
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5. PROCLAMATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS PAGE
C. Presentation on 2014 Shooting Industry Masters Tournament to be hosted by
Indian River County at the Indian River County Shooting Range by Michael
Zito, Assistant County Administrator, Indian River County
6. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. Regular Meeting of September 10, 2013
7. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS FROM STAFF OR COMMISSIONERS NOT
REQUIRING BOARD ACTION
A. The Florida Forest Service's 2013 Annual Fire Management Report for
District 16 — Indian River County is on file in the Office of the Clerk to the
Board
B. Resignation of Ms. Karen Swanson, District 3 Appointee to the Children's
Services Advisory Committee (CSAC)
(memorandum dated October 8, 2013)
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C. Office of Economic and Demographic Research Finalized Salaries for Fiscal
Year 2013-14
(memorandum dated October 9, 2013)
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8. CONSENT AGENDA
A. Approval of Warrants — September 27, 2013 to September 30, 2013
(memorandum dated September 30, 2013) 8-11
B. Approval of Warrants — October 1, 2013 to October 3, 2013)
(memorandum dated October 3, 2013) 12-19
C. Interfund Borrowing
(memorandum dated October 9, 2013) 20-21
D. Approval of Renewal Agreement with Sheriff's Office for Use of the Indian
River County Public Shooting Range
(memorandum dated September 30, 2013)
9. CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS and GOVERNMENTAL AGENCIES
None
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10. PUBLIC ITEMS PAGE
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A. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. Tax Equity Fiscal Responsibility Act (TEFRA) Public Hearing
Escambia County Housing Finance Authority Single Family
Mortgage Revenue Bonds
(memorandum dated October 8, 2013)
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Administrative
B. PUBLIC DISCUSSION ITEMS
None
C. PUBLIC NOTICE ITEMS
1. Notice of Scheduled Public Hearing October 22, 2013:
Public Notice of Public Hearing Scheduled for October 22, 2013 to
Consider Amending Chapter 313 (Merchandising of Tobacco
Products) of the Indian River County Code with regard to
Electronic Nicotine Delivery Devices
(memorandum dated October 8, 2013)
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COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR MATTERS
None
12. DEPARTMENTAL MATTERS
A. Community Development
None
B.
C.
D.
E.
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Emergency Services
None
General Services
None
Human Resources
None
Human Services
None
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12. DEPARTMENTAL MATTERS PAGE
F.
G.
H.
I.
J.
Leisure Services
None
Office of Management and Budget
None
Recreation
None
Public Works
None
Utilities Services
None
13. COUNTY ATTORNEY MATTERS
None
14. COMMISSIONERS ITEMS
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
Commissioner Joseph E. Flescher, Chairman
None
Commissioner Wesley S. Davis, Vice Chairman
None
Commissioner Peter D. O'Bryan
None
Commissioner Bob Solari
1. Response to Mr. Busha Letter of 9-30-13
(memorandum dated October 15, 2013) 41-46
Commissioner Tim Zorc
None
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15. SPECIAL DISTRICTS AND BOARDS PAGE
A.
B.
C.
Emergency Services District
None
Solid Waste Disposal District
None
Environmental Control Board
None
16. ADJOURNMENT
Anyone who may wish to appeal any decision which may be made at this meeting will need to ensure
that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made which includes the testimony and evidence upon
which the appeal will be based.
Anyone who needs a special accommodation for this meeting may contact the County's Americans with
Disabilities Act (ADA) Coordinator at (772) 226-1223 at least 48 hours in advance of meeting.
The full agenda is available on line at the Indian River County Website at www.ircgov.com The full
`�► agenda is also available for review in the Board of County Commission Office, the Indian River County
Main Library, and the North County Library.
Commission Meeting may be broadcast live by Comcast Cable Channel 27
Rebroadcasts continuously with the following proposed schedule:
Tuesday at 6:00 p.m. until Wednesday at 6:00 a.m.,
Wednesday at 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.,
Thursday at 1:00 p.m. through Friday Morning,
and Saturday at 12:00 Noon to 5:00 p.m.
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JEFFREY R. SMITH
Clerk to the Board
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INDEX TO MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING
OF BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
OCTOBER 15, 2013
1. CALL TO ORDER 1
2. INVOCATION 1
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 1
4. ADDITIONS/DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA/EMERGENCY ITEMS - NONE 1
5. PROCLAMATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS 2
5.A. PRESENTATION OF PROCLAMATION DESIGNATING THE MONTH OF OCTOBER
2013 AS NATIONAL ARTS AND HUMANITIES MONTH 2
5.B. PRESENTATION OF HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE FINAL REPORT ON THE "REGIONAL
ECONOMIC BENEFITS OF THE SEBASTIAN INLET" BY SEBASTIAN INLET
DISTRICT COMMISSIONER BETH MITCHELL AND SEBASTIAN INLET DISTRICT
ADMINISTRATOR MARTY SMITHSON 2
5.C. PRESENTATION ON 2014 SHOOTING INDUSTRY MASTERS TOURNAMENT TO BE
HOSTED BY INDIAN RIVER COUNTY AT THE INDIAN RIVER COUNTY SHOOTING
RANGE BY MICHAEL ZITO, ASSISTANT COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR, INDIAN
RIVER COUNTY 3
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6. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 4 -�
6.A. REGULAR MEETING OF SEPTEMBER 10, 2013 4
7. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS FROM STAFF OR COMMISSIONERS NOT REQUIRING
BOARD ACTION 4
7.A. THE FLORIDA FOREST SERVICE'S 2013 ANNUAL FIRE MANAGEMENT REPORT
FOR DISTRICT 16 — INDIAN RIVER COUNTY IS ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE
CLERK TO THE BOARD 4
7.B. RESIGNATION OF MS. KAREN SWANSON, DISTRICT 3 APPOINTEE TO THE
CHILDREN'S SERVICES ADVISORY COMMITTEE (CSAC) 4
7.C. OFFICE OF ECONOMIC AND DEMOGRAPHIC RESEARCH FINALIZED SALARIES
FOR FISCAL YEAR 2013-14 5
8. CONSENT AGENDA 5
S.A. APPROVAL OF WARRANTS — SEPTEMBER 27, 2013 TO SEPTEMBER 30, 2013 5
8.B. APPROVAL OF WARRANTS — OCTOBER 1, 2013 TO OCTOBER 3, 2013 5
8.C. INTERFUND BORROWING 6
8.D. APPROVAL OF RENEWAL AGREEMENT WITH SHERIFF'S OFFICE FOR USE OF THE
INDIAN RIVER COUNTY PUBLIC SHOOTING RANGE 6
9. CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS AND GOVERNMENTAL AGENCIES -NONE 6
10. PUBLIC ITEMS 6
10.A. PUBLIC HEARINGS 6
10.A.1. TAX EQUITY FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY ACT (TEFRA) PUBLIC HEARING
ESCAMBIA COUNTY HOUSING FINANCE AUTHORITY SINGLE FAMILY
MORTGAGE REVENUE BONDS (ADMINISTRATIVE) 6
10.B. PUBLIC DISCUSSION ITEMS - NONE 8
10.C. PUBLIC NOTICE ITEMS 8
10.C.1. NOTICE OF SCHEDULED PUBLIC HEARING OCTOBER 22, 2013: 8
PUBLIC NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING SCHEDULED FOR OCTOBER 22, 2013 TO
CONSIDER AMENDING CHAPTER 313 (MERCHANDISING OF TOBACCO
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PRODUCTS) OF THE INDIAN RIVER COUNTY CODE WITH REGARD TO
ELECTRONIC NICOTINE DELIVERY DEVICES (E -CIGARETTES) 8
11. COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR MATTERS - NONE 9
12. DEPARTMENTAL MATTERS 9
12.A. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT - NONE 9
12.B. EMERGENCY SERVICES - NONE 9
12.C. GENERAL SERVICES - NONE 9
12.D. HUMAN RESOURCES - NONE 9
12.E. HUMAN SERVICES - NONE 9
12.F. LEISURE SERVICES - NONE 9
12.G. OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND BUDGET - NONE 9
12.H. RECREATION— NONE 9
12.I. PUBLIC WORKS - NONE 9
12.J. UTILITIES SERVICES - NONE 9
13. COUNTY ATTORNEY MATTERS - NONE 10
14. COMMISSIONER ITEMS 10
14.A. COMMISSIONER JOSEPH E. FLESCHER, CHAIRMAN - NONE 10
14.B. COMMISSIONER WESLEY S. DAVIS, VICE CHAIRMAN - NONE 10
14.C. COMMISSIONER PETER D. O'BRYAN - NONE 10
14.D. COMMISSIONER BOB SOLARI 10
14.D.1. RESPONSE TO SEPTEMBER 30, 2013 LETTER OF MR. BUSHA (EXECUTIVE
DIRECTOR OF THE TREASURE COAST REGIONAL PLANNING COUNCIL) 10
14.E. COMMISSIONER TIM ZORC - NONE 12
15. SPECIAL DISTRICTS AND BOARDS 12
15.A. EMERGENCY SERVICES DISTRICT -NONE 12
15.B. SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL DISTRICT - NONE 12
15.C. ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL BOARD - NONE 13
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16. ADJOURNMENT
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JEFFREY R. SMITH
Clerk to the Board
October 15, 2013
REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS
The Board of County Commissioners of Indian River County, Florida, met in Regular
Session at the County Commission Chambers, 1801 27th Street, Vero Beach, Florida, on
Tuesday, October 15, 2013. Present were Chairman Joseph E. Flescher, Vice Chairman Wesley
S. Davis, and Commissioners Peter D. O'Bryan, Bob Solari, and Tim Zorc. Also present were
County Administrator Joseph A. Baird, County Attorney Dylan Reingold, and Deputy Clerk
Maureen Gelfo.
1. CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Flescher called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m.
2. INVOCATION
Reverend Shelly Satran, Our Savior Lutheran Church, delivered the Invocation.
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Chairman Flescher led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
4. ADDITIONS/DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA/EMERGENCY ITEMS
- NONE
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ON MOTION by Vice Chairman Davis, SECONDED by
Commissioner Solari, the Board unanimously approved
the Agenda as presented.
5. PROCLAMATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS
S.A. PRESENTATION OF PROCLAMATION DESIGNATING THE MONTH OF
OCTOBER 2013 AS NATIONAL ARTS AND HUMANITIES MONTH
Vice Chairman Davis read and presented the Proclamation to Chairman Barbara Hoffman
and Board Members Donna Lindsey and Alan Shapiro, of the Cultural Council of Indian River
County. Ms. Hoffman advised that further information about events and activities can be found
in the 2013-2014 Arts and Cultural Event Guide, and online at www.cultural-council.org.
S.B. PRESENTATION OF HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE FINAL REPORT ON THE
"REGIONAL ECONOMIC BENEFITS OF THE SEBASTIAN INLET" BY
SEBASTIAN INLET DISTRICT COMMISSIONER BETH MITCHELL AND
SEBASTIAN INLET DISTRICT ADMINISTRATOR MARTY SMITHSON
Beth Mitchell, Commissioner of the Sebastian Inlet District and President/CEO of the
Sebastian Chamber of Commerce, commented on the positive long-term relationship that the
District has enjoyed with the County.
Marty Smithson, Sebastian Inlet District (SID) Administrator, distributed a pamphlet to
the Board (copy on file), and gave a PowerPoint presentation highlighting Cardno ENTRIX's
study on the regional economic benefits of maintaining navigation on the Sebastian Inlet. He
said the benefits include income for marine and other businesses; employment; state and local
tax revenues; enhanced property values; and natural resource value (seagrass). He advised that
further information is available at www.sebastianinletdistrict.com. Mr. Smithson also reported
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that, according to a survey issued by Cardno ENTRIX, many boaters want artificial reefs to be
created closer to shore.
5.C. PRESENTATION ON 2014 SHOOTING INDUSTRY MASTERS TOURNAMENT
TO BE HOSTED BY INDIAN RIVER COUNTY AT THE INDIAN RIVER COUNTY
SHOOTING RANGE BY MICHAEL ZITO, ASSISTANT COUNTY
ADMINISTRATOR, INDIAN RIVER COUNTY
Assistant County Administrator Michael Zito announced that FMG Publications (FMG),
the sponsor of the Shooting Industry Masters Tournament, has selected the Indian River County
Shooting Range as the venue for this year's tournament, which is scheduled for July 17 through
July 19, 2014. He used a PowerPoint presentation to provide an outline of proposed events,
which include a charity golf tournament on July 17, 2014 for Honored American Veterans Afield
(HAVA), and played the promotional video that accompanied the Request For Proposal (RFP)
that was sent to FMG. He stated that the Indian River County Shooting Range will be added to
the map of the County's Sports Tournament Facilities, marketing Indian River County as a sports
and vacation destination, and that the Shooting Range expansion should be completed in time for
the tournament.
Vice Chairman Davis suggested that an overlay be created on the map to highlight the
sporting opportunities offered by the municipalities, such as the ROTC Challenge Course in
Fellsmere.
Holden Kriss, Shooting Range Manager, affirmed that the tournament is a high-end event
that will bring in at least 50 CEO's involved in the shooting industry.
Discussion ensued with individual Commissioners voicing their enthusiasm and support
for the upcoming tournament and the positive publicity that will be generated for Indian River
County. The Board stressed the importance of completing the Shooting Range improvements
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before the event, and noted that the tournament will have a tremendous economic impact on the
community, particularly on hotels/ motels, restaurants, and shops.
6. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
6.A. REGULAR MEETING OF SEPTEMBER 10, 2013
The Chairman asked if there were any corrections or additions to the minutes. There
were none.
ON MOTION by Commissioner O'Bryan, SECONDED
by Commissioner Solari, the Board unanimously approved
the minutes of the September 10, 2013 meeting, as
written.
7. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS FROM STAFF OR COMMISSIONERS
NOT REQUIRING BOARD ACTION
7.A. THE FLORIDA FOREST SERVICE'S 2013 ANNUAL FIRE MANAGEMENT
REPORT FOR DISTRICT 16 - INDIAN RIVER COUNTY IS ON FILE IN THE
OFFICE OF THE CLERK TO THE BOARD
7.B. RESIGNATION OF MS. KAREN SWANSON, DISTRICT 3 APPOINTEE TO THE
CHILDREN'S SERVICES ADVISORY COMMITTEE (CSAC)
Noted for the record was the vacancy on the Children's Services Advisory Council
(CSAC), of the District 3 Appointee, subsequent to the resignation of Ms. Karen Swanson,
effective immediately. Commissioner Zorc disclosed that several individuals have expressed
interest in the position, and welcomed others to apply before he makes the appointment.
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7.C. OFFICE OF ECONOMIC AND DEMOGRAPHIC RESEARCH FINALIZED
SALARIES FOR FISCAL YEAR 2013-14
Noted for the record was the receipt of the report issued by the Clerk of Circuit Court and
Comptroller's office on final salary recommendations for the Indian River County
Commissioners.
8. CONSENT AGENDA
8.A. APPROVAL OF WARRANTS — SEPTEMBER 27, 2013 TO SEPTEMBER 30,
2013
ON MOTION by Commissioner O'Bryan, SECONDED
by Chairman Flescher, the Board unanimously approved
the list of Warrants and Wires issued by the Comptroller's
Office for the time period of September 27, 2013 to
September 30, 2013, as requested in the memorandum of
September 30, 2013.
8.B. APPROVAL OF WARRANTS — OCTOBER 1, 2013 TO OCTOBER 3, 2013
ON MOTION by Commissioner O'Bryan, SECONDED
by Chairman Flescher, the Board unanimously approved
the list of Warrants and Wires issued by the Comptroller's
Office for the time period of October 1, 2013 to October 3,
2013, as requested in the memorandum of October 3,
2013.
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8.C. INTERFUND BORROWING
ON MOTION by Commissioner O'Bryan, SECONDED
by Chairman Flescher, the Board unanimously approved
interfund borrowing as necessary to cover any cash
deficits of individual funds that may occur, as
recommended in the memorandum of October 9, 2013.
8.D. APPROVAL OF RENEWAL AGREEMENT WITH SHERIFF'S OFFICE FOR USE
OF THE INDIAN RIVER COUNTY PUBLIC SHOOTING RANGE
ON MOTION by Commissioner O'Bryan, SECONDED
by Chairman Flescher, the Board unanimously approved
and authorized the Chairman to execute the Agreement
between the Indian River County Sheriff's Office and the
Board of County Commissioners, Indian River County,
Florida, as recommended in the memorandum of
September 30, 2013.
AGREEMENT ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE CLERK TO THE BOARD
9. CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS AND GOVERNMENTAL
AGENCIES -NONE
10. PUBLIC ITEMS
10.A. PUBLIC HEARINGS
10.A.1. TAX EQUITY FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY ACT (TEFRA) PUBLIC HEARING
ESCAMBIA COUNTY HOUSING FINANCE AUTHORITY SINGLE FAMILY
MORTGAGE REVENUE BONDS (ADMINISTRATIVE)
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PROOF OF PUBLICATION OF ADVERTISEMENT FOR HEARING IS ON FILE IN THE
OFFICE OF THE CLERK TO THE BOARD
Elbert Jones, Jr., CEO, Escambia County Housing Finance Authority (the Housing
Finance Authority), thanked the Board for partnering with the Housing Finance Authority since
1991, and encouraged them to continue to participate by signing the proposed Interlocal
Agreement and Resolution. He discussed past loans that the Housing Finance Authority has
made to first-time homeowners in Indian River County, and reported that three loan companies
are currently participating in the program, with a fourth lender pending.
Chairman Flescher acknowledged that the program is mutually beneficial to both
counties.
The Chairman opened the Public Hearing; there were no speakers, and the Chairman
closed the Public Hearing.
ON MOTION by Commissioner Solari, SECONDED by
Chairman Flescher, the Board unanimously approved: (1)
Resolution 2013-110, authorizing the Escambia County
Housing Finance Authority to operate within the
boundaries of Indian River County, Florida, and approving
a plan to finance single-family mortgage loans on behalf
of Indian River County, Florida; authorizing the Board of
County Commissioners to enter into agreements with the
Escambia County Housing Finance Authority and to
execute and deliver certain documents and instruments in
connection therewith; approving a form of interlocal
agreement; approving the issuance of the Escambia
County Housing Finance Authority of not exceeding
$150,000,000 single family mortgage revenue bonds,
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pursuant to Section 147(f) of the Internal Revenue Code
of 1986, as amended; providing that such bonds constitute
limited, special obligations; and providing an effective
date; and (2) the Interlocal Agreement between Indian
River County, Florida and the Escambia County Housing
Finance Authority.
DOCUMENTS ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE CLERK TO THE BOARD
10.B. PUBLIC DISCUSSION ITEMS - NONE
10. C. PUBLIC NOTICE ITEMS
10.C.1. NOTICE OF SCHEDULED PUBLIC HEARING OCTOBER 22, 2013:
PUBLIC NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING SCHEDULED FOR OCTOBER 22,
2013 TO CONSIDER AMENDING CHAPTER 313 (MERCHANDISING OF
TOBACCO PRODUCTS) OF THE INDIAN RIVER COUNTY CODE WITH
REGARD TO ELECTRONIC NICOTINE DELIVERY DEVICES (E -CIGARETTES)
County Attorney Dylan Reingold read the notice into the record.
Commissioner Zorc inquired whether the proposed Ordinance would address the use of
e -cigarettes in public places.
Attorney Reingold explained that the Florida Department of Business and Professional
Regulation classifies electronic nicotine delivery devices as tobacco products and as such, they
fall under the Florida Clean Indoor Air Act. He added that the aforementioned law regulates
smoking and states that local governments do not have that authority.
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Commissioner Solari felt that focusing on the merchandising of the e -cigarettes would
address the concerns expressed by Dr. Barry Hummel and Leslie Spurlock at the October 1, 2013
County Commission meeting. He added that careful product placement would deter young
people from shoplifting the devices and potentially developing a tobacco habit.
11. COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR MATTERS - NONE
12. DEPARTMENTAL MATTERS
12.A. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT - NONE
12.B. EMERGENCY SERVICES - NONE
12. C. GENERAL SERVICES - NONE
12.D. HUMAN RESOURCES - NONE
12.E. HUMAN SERVICES - NONE
12. F. LEISURE SERVICES - NONE
12. G. OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND BUDGET - NONE
12.H. RECREATION— NONE
12.1. PUBLIC WORKS - NONE
12.J. UTILITIES SERVICES - NONE
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13. COUNTY ATTORNEY MATTERS - NONE
14. COMMISSIONER ITEMS
14.A. COMMISSIONER JOSEPH E. FLESCHER, CHAIRMAN - NONE
14.B. COMMISSIONER WESLEY S. DAVIS, VICE CHAIRMAN - NONE
14. C. COMMISSIONER PETER D. O'BRYAN - NONE
14.D. COMMISSIONER BOB SOLARI
14.D.1. RESPONSE TO SEPTEMBER 30, 2013 LETTER OF MR. BUSHA
(EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF THE TREASURE COAST REGIONAL PLANNING
COUNCIL)
Commissioner Solari objected to statements made in the September 30, 2013 letter sent
by Michael Busha, Executive Director of the Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council
(TCRPC), to City of Sebastian Mayor Bob McPartlan, pursuant to the Mayor's request. He
explained that Mr. Busha had included "talking points" relative to concerns that he
(Commissioner Solari) had voiced about the Seven50 initiative at various public meetings.
Commissioner Solari detailed his objections, which included, but were not limited to, statements
that Mr. Busha made: (a) refuting his (Commissioner Solari's) views of the South Florida
Regional Planning Council when he (Mr. Busha) had previously accepted them; (b) disparaging
Indian River County residents who opposed the Seven50 effort; and (3) discounting his
(Commissioner Solari's) position that there is a clear overlap between the values of the Seven50
group (copy on file) and the Department of Housing and Urban Development. He thereafter
requested that Commissioner O'Bryan, as the TCRPC Chairman, designate an item on the
Council's December agenda, to allow him a chance for a rebuttal.
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After a brief discussion among the Board, Commissioner O'Bryan agreed to direct
TCRPC staff to designate a special agenda item for Commissioner Solari.
MOTION WAS MADE by Vice Chairman Davis,
SECONDED by Chairman Flescher, to direct
Commissioner O'Bryan, Chairman of the Treasure Coast
Regional Planning Council (TCRPC), to have a designated
item placed on the December 2013 TCRPC agenda for
Commissioner Solari to respond to a letter sent by Michael
Busha to the City of Sebastian Mayor Bob McPartlan.
Commissioner Zorc was curious as to what Mayor McPartlan had sent to the TCRPC that
prompted Mr. Busha's letter of response.
Commissioner Solari stated that he would request that information.
The Chairman invited public comment; there was none.
The Commissioners debated whether Commissioner O'Bryan's position as Chairman of
the TCRPC would vest him with the power/authority to add a specific agenda item.
MOTION WAS AMENDED by Vice Chairman Davis,
SECONDED by Chairman Flescher, to direct
Commissioner O'Bryan, if the Treasure Coast Regional
Planning Council declines to designate an agenda item for
Commissioner Solari on its December 2013 agenda, to
return to the Board at the next County Commission
meeting on October 22, 2013, with the rationale for the
TCRPC's refusal.
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Bob Johnson, Coral Wind Subdivision, observed that the County, as a member of the
Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council, should have a copy of its charter.
Discussion followed about the County's relationship with the TCRPC, after which the
Board took the following action:
The Chairman CALLED THE QUESTION, and the
Motion carried unanimously. The Board: (1) requested
that Commissioner O'Bryan, Chairman of the Treasure
Coast Regional Planning Council (TCRPC), have a
designated item placed on the December 2013 TCRPC
agenda for Commissioner Solari to address the Council in
response to a letter sent by Michael Busha to the City of
Sebastian Mayor Bob McPartlan, and (2) directed
Commissioner O'Bryan, if the Treasure Coast Regional
Planning Council declines to designate an agenda item for
Commissioner Solari on its December 2013 agenda, to
return to the Board at the next County Commission
meeting on October 22, 2013, with the rationale for their
refusal.
14.E. COMMISSIONER TIM ZORC - NONE
15. SPECIAL DISTRICTS AND BOARDS
15.A. EMERGENCY SERVICES DISTRICT -NONE
15.B. SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL DISTRICT - NONE
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15. C. ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL BOARD- NONE
ALL BACKUP DOCUMENTATION, RESOLUTIONS, AND ORDINANCES ARE ON FILE IN THE OFFICE
OF THE CLERK TO THE BOARD AND ARE HEREBY MADE A PART OF THESE MINUTES
16. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, the Chairman declared the Board of County Commission
meeting adjourned at 10:20 a.m.
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Minutes Approved: NOV 1 9 2013
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