Indian River County public meetings in 2023

CSAC Grants Subcommittee

The CSAC Grant Subcommittee met to review the draft 2024-2025 CSAC Funding Application and the scoring rubric for grant reviews. The Community Services Director also presented updates on the CSAC timeline, the 2022-2023 annual report, and the needs assessment. No specific dollar amounts or final funding decisions were listed in the agenda.

• Review of Draft 2024-2025 CSAC Funding Application
• Discussion of Scoring Rubric for CSAC Grant Subcommittee
• Presentation of Draft 2022-2023 CSAC Annual Report
• Update on CSAC Needs Assessment

The CSAC Grant Review Subcommittee approved the draft 2024-2025 funding application and evaluation rubric with specific revisions to required attachments and terminology. The committee also established the dates for the upcoming grant review process.

• Approved November 20, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved DRAFT Evaluation Rubric and DRAFT 2024-2025 CSAC Funding Application with recommended revisions (unanimous)
• Set grant review dates for May 30, June 5, June 6, and June 7, 2024

CSAC Needs Subcommittee

The Children's Services Advisory Committee's Needs Assessment Sub-Committee will meet to prioritize focus areas and indicators within each area for the needs assessment. They will also discuss the publication of the needs assessment and approve minutes from the previous meeting. The meeting is open for public comment.

• Prioritize focus areas for needs assessment
• Prioritize indicators within each focus area
• Discussion on needs assessment publication
• Approval of minutes from November 28, 2023

The subcommittee reviewed and recommended specific focus areas for health, family nurturing, and school success to be included in the needs assessment. Members will provide further suggestions to staff for revision before a final approval meeting. The Community Services Director reported that $2.422M (99.1% of funds) were utilized this funding year.

• Approved November 28, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider preliminary approval for two large residential developments: a 72-unit apartment complex and the first phase of a 168-unit mixed-use village. It will also hold public hearings on two rezoning requests, one for a mobile home district and one for a multifamily district. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval and commissioner matters.

• Sebastian Landing PD: 72-unit apartment complex on U.S. Highway 1, south of 109th Street, density 7.43 units/acre
• Mandala Village PDTND Phase 1: 168 residential units plus two mixed-use buildings at 58th Avenue/53rd Street, density 2.13 units/acre
• Rezone 2.0 acres from RS-6 to RMH-8 (mobile home) for School Street Apartments LLC
• Rezone 65.13 acres from A-1 to RM-6 (multiple-family) for Riverfront Groves, Inc.
• Public comment opportunity before any action

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved preliminary plans for two residential developments and recommended a rezoning for a mobile home district. One rezoning request was removed from the agenda due to a conflict of interest.

• Approved preliminary PD/plat for Sebastian Landing 72-unit apartment complex (4-0)
• Approved preliminary PD/plat for Mandala Village Phase 1 residential and mixed-use development (4-0)
• Approved rezoning of 2.0 acres from RS-6 to RMH-8 for School Street Apartments LLC (4-0)
• Approved October 26, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Removed Riverfront Groves, Inc. rezoning request from agenda due to conflict of interest

Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO)

The Indian River County Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) will meet to consider an amendment to the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), adoption of the Smoothed Urban Area Boundary, and the 2020 Community Characteristics Report. The board will also review the Public Participation Plan annual evaluation and hear public comments.

• Amendment to the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) - action required
• Consideration of the Smoothed Urban Area Boundary - action required
• Consideration of the 2020 Community Characteristics Report - action required
• Review of Public Participation Plan Annual Evaluation - no action required
• Approval of minutes from October 25, 2023

The Metropolitan Planning Organization approved an amendment to the Transportation Improvement Program to secure grant funding for expanded GoLine transit hours. Members also approved the Smoothed Urban Area Boundary and the 2020 Community Characteristics Report.

• Elected Bob McPartlan as Chair Pro Tem (10-0)
• Approved October 25, 2023 meeting minutes (10-0)
• Approved Amendment to the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) (10-0)
• Approved the Smoothed Urban Area Boundary (10-0)
• Approved the 2020 Community Characteristics Report (10-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Indian River County Commission will hold public hearings on amending the tourist development tax code and adopting updated wind speed maps, and will consider revisions to its American Rescue Plan Act spending plan. The consent agenda includes numerous contracts, budget amendments, and agreements, and the board will also discuss arcade regulations and several legal matters.

• Public hearing on Chapter 210 Tourist Development Tax amendment
• Adoption of 2023 amended wind speed maps
• ARPA proposed spending plan revisions, including City of Fellsmere Broadband Agreement
• Award of RFP 2023055 for playground replacements at Treasure Shores, Round Island, and Golden Sands Beach Parks
• Approval of Opioid Settlement Proceeds resolution

The Board approved a $31,063,168 spending plan for American Rescue Plan Act funds and updated wind speed risk maps. Other actions included authorizing additional criminal court fees and approving a developer's agreement for Mandala Village, LLC. The Board tabled a decision on $1.2 million in opioid settlement fund allotments.

• Approved $31,063,168 American Rescue Plan spending plan (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2024-019 updating Wind Speeds Risk Maps (3-1)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-018 repealing 'sixth cent' Tourist Tax (4-0)
• Directed staff to amend code to charge additional criminal court costs (4-0)
• Approved Developer’s Agreement with Mandala Village, LLC (4-0)
• Authorized foreclosure on code enforcement case 2017040073 (4-0)
• Approved opt-in to PFAS class action settlement (4-0)
• Tabled opioid settlement proceeds allotments to January 9, 2024

Environmental Control Hearing Board

The board closed a case against FN Investments after confirming full compliance with water and sewer connections. In a separate case involving a restaurant in Sebastian, the board ordered the owners to connect to public sewer immediately and assessed a $500 per day fine until compliance is achieved. The board also approved 2024 meeting dates and re-elected Kevin Rollin as Chair.

• Closed case against FN Investments; respondent in full compliance
• Waived sanction for staff time in FN Investments case
• Ordered Damien Gilliams and Bonnie Fey to connect to sewer immediately
• Assessed $500 per day fine against Gilliams/Fey from April 18, 2023, to Feb 8, 2024
• Required monthly septic pump-outs and water usage mitigation for Gilliams/Fey
• Scheduled Gilliams/Fey for next hearing on February 08, 2024
• Approved 2024 meeting dates (first meeting Feb 08, 2024)
• Re-elected Kevin Rollin as Chair and Patrick Walther as Vice-Chair for 2024

Children's Services Advisory Committee

The Children's Services Advisory Committee met to review end-of-year data and updates from law enforcement, hospital, and school districts. The group discussed old business regarding fidelity site visit expectations and the CSAC Guidebook. New business items included the site visit schedule and funding priorities. No specific dollar amounts or binding decisions were listed in the agenda text.

• Review of end-of-year data and updated CSAC timeline
• Data updates from Sheriff Flowers, Hospital District, and School District
• Discussion of Fidelity/Site Visit Expectations and CSAC Guidebook
• Discussion of Site Visit Schedule and Funding Priorities

The Children’s Services Advisory Committee approved the CSAC Guidebook, the Fidelity Site Visit Expectations form, and three specific funding priority areas. The committee also reviewed year-end data showing 99.1% fund utilization for 2022-23.

• Approved Minutes of November 7, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved Fidelity Site Visit Expectations form (Unanimous)
• Approved CSAC Guidebook (Unanimous)
• Approved Funding Priorities: Health and Wellness of Children and their Caregivers, Fostering Strong Families and Communities, and Promoting Success in School and Life (Unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board approved a rezoning request for the 52.96-acre Windsor North Village PD and awarded a $399,120 contract for sporting clays facility improvements. Other actions included approving a lobbying agreement with Anfield Consulting, Inc. and supporting the independent status of the Mosquito Control District.

• Approved $399,120 contract to GRSC, Inc. for Sporting Clays Facility Improvements (5-0)
• Approved rezoning of 52.96 acres to Planned Development for Windsor North Village (5-0)
• Approved lobbying agreement with Anfield Consulting, Inc. for 2024 session (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-077 supporting Indian River Mosquito Control District's independent status (5-0)
• Approved floodplain cut and fill waivers for Quay Dock Landing (4-1)
• Approved partial 100-year floodplain waiver for Hammock Shores (4-1)
• Approved vacation of Orchid Reserve and Ocean Way subdivision plats (5-0)
• Appointed Vice Chairman Flescher to the 2024 Canvassing Board with Commissioner Loar as alternate

MPO Citizen Advisory Committee

The MPO Citizens Advisory Committee and Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Committee will meet jointly to consider several transportation planning items. Action items include the FDOT Smoothed Urban Boundary Map, an amendment to the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), and the 2020 Community Characteristics Report. The committees will also review the Bicycle Pedestrian Master Plan Existing Conditions Report and the Public Participation Plan Annual Evaluation, with no action required on those items.

• Consideration of FDOT Smoothed Urban Boundary Map (action required)
• Consideration of amendment to Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) (action required)
• Consideration of 2020 Community Characteristics Report (action required)
• Review of Bicycle Pedestrian Master Plan Existing Conditions Report (no action required)
• Review of Public Participation Plan Annual Evaluation (no action required)

The joint Metropolitan Planning Organization Citizens Advisory Committee and Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Committee voted to approve past meeting minutes, FDOT's Smoothed Urban Boundary Map, a Transportation Improvement Program amendment for GoLine transit grant funding, and the 2020 Community Characteristics Report. The committees also reviewed informational reports on the Bicycle Pedestrian Master Plan Existing Conditions and the Public Participation Plan Annual Evaluation.

• Approved October 24, 2023 CAC meeting minutes (9-0)
• Approved June 6, 2023 Joint CAC-BPAC meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved FDOT's Smoothed Urban Boundary Map (CAC: 10-0, BPAC: 5-0)
• Approved Transportation Improvement Program amendment for transit grant funding (CAC: 8-0, BPAC: 5-0)
• Approved 2020 Community Characteristics Report (CAC: 8-0, BPAC: 5-0)

MPO Technical Advisory Committee

The Indian River County MPO Technical Advisory Committee will vote on an amendment to the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) and the FDOT Smoothed Urban Boundary Map. The committee will also review the Draft Bicycle Pedestrian Master Plan Existing Conditions Report, the 2020 Community Characteristics Report, and the Public Participation Plan Annual Evaluation. These actions support regional transportation planning and funding allocation for the Vero Beach-Sebastian urban area.

• Vote on an Amendment to the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP)
• Vote on the FDOT Smoothed Urban Boundary Map
• Review of the Draft Bicycle Pedestrian Master Plan Existing Conditions Report
• Vote on the 2020 Community Characteristics Report
• Review of the Public Participation Plan Annual Evaluation

The Technical Advisory Committee recommended approval of a Transportation Improvement Program amendment to extend GoLine weekday evening and Saturday hours. The committee also recommended approval of the FDOT Smoothed Urban Boundary Map and the 2020 Community Characteristics Report.

• Approved October 20, 2023 meeting minutes (12-0)
• Recommended approval of Amendment to the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) (12-0)
• Recommended approval of FDOT Smoothed Urban Boundary Map (12-0)
• Recommended approval of 2020 Community Characteristics Report (12-0)

CSAC Needs Subcommittee

The Children’s Services Advisory Committee Needs Assessment Sub-Committee met to discuss organizing and prioritizing data. The group also discussed identifying categories and positive outcomes. New business included naming funding priority categories. The agenda contained no specific dollar amounts, contracts, or ordinances.

• Discussion on organizing and prioritizing data
• Discussion on identifying categories and positive outcomes
• New business to name funding priority categories

The CSAC Needs Assessment Subcommittee approved three specific titles for funding categories based on reviewed data. Members assigned tasks to gather further demographics and dental care data to identify gaps before the next meeting.

• Approved Minutes of the November 8, 2023 Meeting (unanimous)
• Approved funding categories: Health and Well-being, Nurturing Families and Communities, and Success in School and Life (unanimous)

Code Enforcement Board

The Indian River County Code Enforcement Board will hold quasi-judicial hearings on numerous alleged code violations, including compliance and evidentiary hearings, plus one lien reduction request. Cases involve issues like unpermitted construction, junk vehicles, overgrown weeds, and stormwater violations at properties across Vero Beach, Fellsmere, and Sebastian.

• 8550 Jungle Trail, Vero Beach: multiple violations including right-of-way alteration, stormwater, scenic road, junk/debris, no building permit, and accessory dock use
• 14550 11th St, Fellsmere: flood protection violation (evidentiary hearing)
• 800 46th Pl E, Vero Beach: dune protection violation (evidentiary hearing)
• 5905 20th St, Vero Beach (ABC Liquor): landscape maintenance and site plan nonconformance
• 1325 36th Ave, Vero Beach: lien reduction request for 2015 case

The Board penalized property owners for unlawful activities and dune vegetation destruction at Tracking Station Beach Park. Several other property owners were granted extensions to remedy landscaping, junk vehicle, and permitting violations. The Board also authorized foreclosure proceedings for one long-term non-compliant property.

• Imposed $15,500 fine and ordered restoration of Tracking Station Beach Park (5-0)
• Granted foreclosure proceedings for property at 136 15th Street SW (5-0)
• Reduced fine to $1,700 for property at 1325 36th Avenue (4-1)
• Imposed $100/day fines for properties at 7485 32nd Court, 14750 89th Street, and 8890 99th Ave (5-0)
• Granted 30-90 day compliance extensions for 8 separate cases (5-0)
• Rescinded 2009 Order Imposing Fine for 1866 5th Street (5-0)
• Approved Release of Lien for 2425 29th Avenue SW (5-0)
• Authorized Notices to Appear (5-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board elected new leadership and approved several high-value contracts for fire rescue apparatuses and a traffic operations facility. The commission also accepted annual reports from constitutional officers and approved a right-of-way abandonment for Enterprise Leasing Company of Florida, LLC.

• Elected Susan Adams as Chairman (5-0)
• Elected Joseph Flescher as Vice Chairman (4-1)
• Approved $3,812,520 for fire rescue apparatuses (5-0)
• Awarded $5,310,348.97 traffic operations facility bid to Proctor Construction Company, LLC (5-0)
• Approved right-of-way abandonment for Enterprise Leasing Company of Florida, LLC (5-0)
• Approved 9-month contract extension for Republic Services landfill operations (5-0)
• Approved $4,620 contract increase for Sandridge Golf Club civil engineering (5-0)
• Approved $234,426.87 payment to C.W. Roberts Contracting, Inc. for retainage (5-0)

CSAC Grants Subcommittee

The Children's Services Advisory Committee Grant Subcommittee is meeting to discuss grant administration, including signed contracts with 29 agencies, the updated CSAC timeline, and a draft guidebook. They will also consider a scoring rubric for the subcommittee and approve minutes from prior meetings.

• All 29 agencies signed contracts
• Updated CSAC timeline
• Draft updated CSAC Guidebook
• Scoring rubric for CSAC Grant Subcommittee
• Approval of minutes from June 8-10 and October 16, 2023

The subcommittee approved minutes from June and October 2023. Members received updates on agency contracts, fund utilization, and the development of site visit and scoring rubrics.

• Approved June 8-10, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved October 16, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled agency presentation scheduling for future discussion

Beach & Shore Preservation Advisory Committee

The Beach & Shore Preservation Advisory Committee will meet to approve minutes, receive updates on coastal division activities including beach restoration projects, hear from the Sebastian Inlet District, and discuss the status of county beach parks. The meeting is primarily informational with one action item regarding the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Approval of minutes from October 16, 2023
• Coastal Division updates on beach restoration projects
• Update from the Sebastian Inlet District
• Status of County Beach Parks

The committee approved the minutes from the October 16, 2023 meeting. Staff provided updates on FDEP and FDEM grants for beach repair and dune renourishment across several sectors. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved Minutes of October 16, 2023 (unanimous)

Public Safety Council for Criminal Justice, Mental Health & Substance Abuse

The Public Safety Council for Criminal Justice, Mental Health & Substance Abuse will meet to approve minutes and 2024 meeting dates, and to discuss and vote on community partner proposals for opioid funding under the SE Florida Behavioral Health Network Grant. Approved items will move to the Board of County Commissioners for final approval.

• Approval of minutes from August 25, 2023 and October 20, 2023
• Approval of meeting dates for calendar year 2024
• Discussion and vote on opioid funding items presented by community partners
• Action to forward approved items to the BOCC

The council unanimously approved recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners for the distribution of opioid funding across five agencies. The approved amounts focus on jail improvements, treatment, housing, and public education.

• Approved August 25 and October 20, 2023 minutes (12-0)
• Approved 2024 meeting calendar (12-0)
• Recommended $350,000 for Indian River County Sheriff jail treatment wing (12-0)
• Recommended $200,000 for Substance Awareness Center (12-0)
• Recommended $40,000 for IRC Mental Health Collaborative (12-0)
• Recommended $305,000 for 19th Judicial Circuit Drug Court (12-0)
• Recommended $282,000 for Treasure Coast Homeless Council (12-0)

Economic Development Council

The Indian River County Economic Development Council will hold a regular meeting to elect a chair and vice-chair, approve minutes from the November 15, 2022 meeting, and hear presentations on the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) and Career & Technical Education programs. They will also discuss a request from the Vero Beach City Council to change the EDC's meeting day/time. The next meeting is scheduled for March 21, 2023, pending a vote on the time change.

• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
• Approval of minutes from November 15, 2022 regular meeting
• Presentation on Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) by Stephanie Heidt, AICP, Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council
• Presentation on Career & Technical Education programs by Kristine Burr (Sebastian River High School) and Tom Lange (Vero Beach High School)
• Discussion of request by Vero Beach City Council to change EDC meeting day/time

Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board

The Indian River County Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board unanimously approved a five-year agreement with the Senior Resource Association to serve as the Community Transportation Coordinator. The board also approved the annual operating report for fiscal year 2022-23 and the first reimbursement invoice for the 2023-24 planning grant. Additionally, the board recognized Dr. Harry Hurst as the 2023 Florida TD Volunteer of the Year.

• Approved August 24, 2023 meeting minutes (11-0)
• Authorized Chairman to sign five-year agreement with Senior Resource Association (11-0)
• Approved Progress Report and Reimbursement Invoice #1 for 2023/24 Planning Grant (11-0)
• Approved Annual Operating Report for FY 2022/23 (11-0)
• Recognized Dr. Harry Hurst as 2023 Florida TD Volunteer of the Year

Tourist Development Council

The Council approved the 2024 meeting schedule and the August 16, 2023 minutes. Members received a revenue update noting that tourist tax distributions have returned to a total of four cents due to Florida House Bill 7063 requiring voter approval for changes.

• Approved the meeting agenda (8-0)
• Approved August 16, 2023 minutes with two amendments (8-0)
• Approved 2024 meeting dates (8-0)

CSAC Needs Subcommittee

The Indian River County Children’s Services Advisory Committee Needs Assessment Subcommittee met to discuss strategic planning and funding priorities. The group reviewed a SWOT analysis of current funding, identified data trends, and organized that data into named categories. No specific dollar amounts, contracts, or ordinances were decided or proposed in the agenda text.

• Guest presentation by David Heaton, CEO of Martin County Children’s Services Council
• Discussion of strategic planning and funding priorities
• Overview of SWOT analysis of current funding priorities
• Identification and organization of data trends
• Sorting trend groups into named funding categories

The subcommittee approved the September 11, 2023, meeting minutes. Members reviewed a guest presentation on strategic planning and analyzed current funded programs and success indicators for children from conception through age 21. The subcommittee determined that an additional meeting is required to analyze data and set funding priorities.

• Approved September 11, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Children's Services Advisory Committee

The Children's Services Advisory Committee will review updates from funded agencies, discuss a site visit monitoring tool, and vote on three applicants to fill vacancies on the Grants Subcommittee. The agenda includes reports from law enforcement, hospital district, and school district representatives, as well as subcommittee updates.

• Vote to approve three applicants for CSAC Grants Subcommittee vacancies from a list of eight candidates
• Discussion of tentative Agency Site Visit Progress Monitoring Tool
• Update on all 29 agencies having signed contracts
• Law Enforcement Data Update from Sheriff Flowers
• Hospital District Data Update from Frank Isele

The committee appointed three new members to the CSAC Grant Review Subcommittee following a unanimous vote to proceed with the selection. The committee also approved the minutes from the September 19, 2023 meeting.

• Approved September 19, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved motion to vote on Grant Review Committee applicants (unanimous)
• Appointed Susan Aguirre, Pilar Greto, and Dr. Deborah Taylor-Long to the CSAC Grant Review Subcommittee

Board of County Commissioners

The Board awarded a $13,078,244.36 contract to Dickerson Infrastructure, Inc. for dune restoration along 6.6 miles of coastline. Other key actions included approving funding for a WWII tribute and revising the SHARP affordable housing funding schedule.

• Approved $13,078,244.36 contract to Dickerson Infrastructure, Inc. for Sector 3 dune renourishment (5-0)
• Approved $504,685.96 for APTIM construction administration for Sector 3 project (5-0)
• Approved $33,750 for helical piers to support World War II Tribute (5-0)
• Approved revised funding schedule for Supplemental Housing Assistance Rehab and Purchase (SHARP) program (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-072 regarding the Affordable Housing Advisory Committee 2023 report (5-0)
• Approved $150,000 work order with AtkinsRéalis USA for staff support (5-0)
• Approved $263,132 work order with Kimley-Horn and Associates for Oslo Water Treatment Plant (5-0)
• Approved lease of SWDD property to Halley Engineering Contractors, Inc. for $600/month (5-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Indian River County Commission will hold public hearings on a land-use map change for 1.65 acres on US Highway 1 and on new site-plan procedures for solar facilities. The board will also vote on a consent agenda with numerous contracts, including banking services, park restroom construction, and a trail agreement. Several proclamations and routine approvals are scheduled.

• Public hearing: Future Land Use Map change for 1.65 acres east of US 1 between Jackson and 132nd Street from M-1 (Medium Density Residential) to C/I (Commercial/Industrial)
• Public hearing: LDR amendment for solar facility site plan review (LDRA-23-10-01)
• Award RFP 2024007 for banking and lockbox services
• Award Bid 2023046 for Hosie Shumann Park restroom construction
• Award Bid 2023047 for Kiwanis Hobart Park new restroom and sewer connection

The Board awarded a $1,097,499 contract for the Trans-Florida Railway Trail and updated regulations for solar facility site plan approvals. Other actions included awarding park restroom construction bids and amending a future land use map for commercial/industrial use.

• Awarded $1,097,499 Trans-Florida Railway Trail contract to Timothy Rose Contracting, Inc. (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2023-016 to allow staff-level approval for solar facility minor site plans (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-070 setting solar facility stormwater inspection fees per acre of impervious area (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2023-015 changing 1.65 acres on US Highway 1 from Medium Density to Commercial Industrial (5-0)
• Awarded Hosie Shumann Park restroom construction bid to Jobear Contracting, Inc. (5-0)
• Awarded Kiwanis Hobart Park restroom and sewer bid to Close Construction Services, LLC (5-0)
• Approved $62,978.50 work order to Morgan & Eklund, Inc. for beach profile monitoring (5-0)
• Waived bidding requirements for road base materials and Tagmarshal procurement (5-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will review requests for site plan approvals and a significant rezoning. The body is deciding on the development of a residential project and industrial facilities.

• Rezone 52.96 acres between Highway A1A and Jungle Trail for Windsor North Village PD (40 single-family and 6 multi-family units)
• Major Site Plan approval for a Supermix Ready Mix Concrete Plant on 53rd Street
• Major Site Plan and permit approval for a Cube Smart self-storage facility on 19th Lane
• Request to increase permitted overnight animals from 85 to 125 for Pawprints of Vero Beach at 7900 12th Street

The commission approved a rezoning request for 52.96 acres to allow for the Windsor North Village Planned Development. Other approvals included a self-storage facility and a concrete plant. The commission also approved a permit change for a dog grooming establishment.

• Approved rezoning 52.96 acres to Planned Development for Windsor North Village (7-0)
• Approved major site plan and permit for Cube Smart self-storage facility (7-0)
• Approved major site plan for Supermix ready mix concrete plant (7-0)
• Approved increasing permitted overnight animals from 85 to 125 for Pawprints of Vero Beach (7-0)
• Approved September 28, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)

Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO)

The Metropolitan Planning Organization is meeting to review and take action on the FDOT Draft Tentative Five-Year Work Program and the 2023 Apportionment Plan. The body will also review the MPO Annual Certification Statement and discuss a rail grade separation study.

• FDOT Draft Tentative Five-Year Work Program for Fiscal Years 2024/25 through 2028/29
• 2023 Apportionment Plan and Planning Area Boundary
• MPO Annual Certification Statement
• SR 60 Lane Repurposing Study presentation
• FEC Rail Grade Separation Feasibility Study scope of services

The MPO approved a new apportionment plan that expands its planning area to include the entire county. The board also approved the FDOT five-year work program and the annual certification statement.

• Approved FDOT Draft Tentative Five-Year Work Program for FY 2024/25 through 2028/29 (10-0)
• Approved 2023 Apportionment Plan and Planning Area Boundary to include all of Indian River County (10-0)
• Approved MPO Annual Certification Statement (10-0)
• Approved minutes of the September 13, 2023 meeting (9-0)

Affordable Housing Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss updates regarding SHARP and a report on incentives. Members will provide local affordable housing action updates from various cities and towns within the county.

• Approval of Incentives Report
• SHARP updates
• Approval of 2024 meeting dates
• Local affordable housing action updates from Vero Beach, Sebastian, Fellsmere, Indian River Shores, and Orchid

The Affordable Housing Advisory Committee approved updates to the SHARP program, including doubling the ARC component to increase available funding for home purchases and rehabilitation. Members also approved the 2022-2023 incentives report for submission to the Florida Housing Finance Corporation. Additionally, the committee finalized the meeting schedule for 2024.

• Approved July 19, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved SHARP program updates for BCC submission (unanimous)
• Approved 2022-2023 AHAC incentives report for state submission (unanimous)
• Approved 2024 meeting dates (unanimous)

MPO Citizen Advisory Committee

The MPO Citizens Advisory Committee is meeting to review and take action on several planning documents. This includes a draft five-year work program from the FDOT and the 2023 Apportionment Plan.

• FDOT Draft Tentative Five-Year Work Program for Fiscal Years 2024/25 through 2028/29
• 2023 Apportionment Plan and Planning Area Boundary
• MPO Annual Certification Statement
• 2024 MPO and MPO Advisory Committee Meeting Schedule

The Indian River County MPO Citizens Advisory Committee approved three key planning documents: the FDOT Draft Tentative Five-Year Work Program for 2024/25–2028/29, the 2023 Apportionment Plan and Planning Area Boundary, and the MPO Annual Certification Statement. All three items passed with unanimous 9-0 votes. Members also discussed concerns about road conditions on 26th Street and safety changes at the intersection of 45th Street and Old Dixie Highway.

• Approved September 5, 2023 CAC minutes (8-0)
• Approved FDOT Draft Tentative Five-Year Work Program FY 2024/25–2028/29 (9-0)
• Approved 2023 Apportionment Plan and Planning Area Boundary (9-0)
• Approved MPO Annual Certification Statement (9-0)

Code Enforcement Board

The Indian River County Code Enforcement Board will conduct evidentiary and compliance hearings to determine if county code violations exist. The board will decide on correction timelines and potential fines or costs for non-compliant properties.

• Evidentiary hearing for 8550 Jungle Trail regarding right-of-way alteration and building permits
• Compliance hearing for 9611 US Hwy 1 regarding wetland alteration and stormwater drainage
• Compliance hearing for 6420 20th St regarding landscape maintenance and site plan nonconformance
• Lien reduction requests for properties at 206 36th Av and 960 32nd Av SW
• Hearings for overgrown weeds and junk/debris violations at multiple Vero Beach locations

The Board granted multiple extensions for property owners to remedy code violations and imposed daily fines on several non-compliant properties. The Board also approved several lien reductions for properties that have since reached compliance.

• Imposed $100/day fine for overgrown weeds at 1866 5th Street (7-0)
• Imposed $100/day fine for weeds and debris at 2055 50th Ave (7-0)
• Imposed $250/day fine for unpermitted garage at 2425 29th Ave SW (7-0)
• Imposed $3,750 fine for Temporary Use Permit violation at 3520 N. Savannah Place (7-0)
• Imposed $750 fine for unpermitted RV living use at 8465 90th Ave (7-0)
• Reduced lien to $4,650 for 206 36th Avenue (Case #2017060049) (7-0)
• Reduced lien to $1,700 for 206 36th Avenue (Case #2020120001) (5-2)
• Rescinded fines and released liens for 136 15th St. SW due to administrative redundancy (7-0)

Public Safety Council for Criminal Justice, Mental Health & Substance Abuse

The Public Safety Council for Criminal Justice, Mental Health, & Substance Abuse is meeting to review grant expansion and approve previous minutes. The body will also hear matters from the Commissioner, committee members, and the Chairman.

• Approval of August 25, 2023 meeting minutes
• Expansion to the SE Florida Behavioral Health Network Grant

The council reached a consensus to hold a special workshop on November 17 to determine how to spend $1,276,140.00 in grant funding. No formal votes were taken as a quorum was not present. The meeting included updates on jail operations and a proposal to draft a letter denouncing terrorism.

• Scheduled grant allocation workshop for November 17 at 2:00 PM
• Deferred approval of May 26, 2023 minutes (no quorum)

MPO Technical Advisory Committee

The MPO Technical Advisory Committee is meeting to review long-term transportation planning and certification documents. The body will consider the 2023 Apportionment Plan and the MPO Annual Certification Statement.

• FDOT Draft Tentative Five-Year Work Program for Fiscal Years 2024/25 through 2028/29
• 2023 Apportionment Plan and Planning Area Boundary
• MPO Annual Certification Statement
• Election of Vice Chair
• 2024 MPO and MPO Advisory Committees Meeting Schedule

The Technical Advisory Committee recommended approval of the FDOT Draft Tentative Five-Year Work Program and the 2023 Apportionment Plan. The committee also elected a new Vice Chair and recommended approval of the MPO Annual Certification Statement.

• Elected Mark Mathes as Vice Chairman (11-0)
• Approved August 25, 2023 meeting minutes (11-0)
• Recommended approval of FDOT Draft Tentative Five-Year Work Program for FY 2024/25 through 2028/29 (12-0)
• Recommended approval of 2023 Apportionment Plan and Planning Area Boundary (12-0)
• Recommended approval of MPO Annual Certification Statement (12-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing to amend the county code regarding meeting agendas and alphabetical definitions. The body is also reviewing several interlocal agreements and infrastructure work orders.

• Public hearing to amend Code Section 102.04 (Order of Business Agenda) and Section 901.03 (Definitions)
• FDOT Small County Outreach Program agreement for construction of 43rd Avenue (12th Street to 18th Street)
• Atkins North America, Inc. work order for West Regional Wastewater Treatment Facility Clarifiers 1 and 2 rehabilitation
• Bowman Consulting Group, LTD. amendment for North County 24-Inch Force Main Replacement
• Interlocal agreement with Indian River County Sheriff's Office to provide meals for emergencies

The Board of County Commissioners approved a new tuition assistance policy for staff and several utility and road infrastructure contracts. They also adopted an ordinance updating county code definitions for departments and authorized joint meetings with the City of Vero Beach and three neighboring counties.

• Approved addition of AM-505.1 Tuition Assistance Policy to Administrative Policy Manual (5-0)
• Approved $222,313.70 work order with Atkins North America, Inc. for wastewater clarifier rehabilitation (5-0)
• Approved $20,296.34 amendment for Bowman Consulting Group, LTD. for force main replacement (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2023-014 amending county code regarding meeting agendas and department definitions (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-066 to hold a joint legislative priorities meeting with St. Lucie, Martin, and Okeechobee counties (5-0)
• Approved FDOT Small County Outreach Program agreement for 43rd Avenue construction (5-0)
• Approved Interlocal Agreements for emergency meals with Sheriff's Office and mutual aid with Treasure Coast Fire Chiefs (5-0)
• Approved MOU with United Against Poverty for Human Services Food Voucher Program (5-0)

Environmental Land Acquisition Panel

The Environmental Land Acquisition Panel is meeting to discuss updates to the Environmental Lands Program Guide. The session includes a review of proposed changes and a continued review of the guide starting with Chapter VI.

• Review of proposed changes to the Environmental Lands Program Guide
• Continued review of Environmental Lands Program Guide Chapter VI

The Environmental Land Acquisition Panel approved changes to the Environmental Lands Program Guide and updated the weighted values used in the Property Evaluation Matrix. The panel also cancelled its November and December 2023 meetings.

• Approved recommended changes to Chapters I–V of the Environmental Lands Program Guide (Unanimous)
• Approved changes to the Property Evaluation Matrix, adjusting the split to 60% qualitative and 40% acquisition considerations (Passed; John Orcutt opposed)
• Approved minutes from August 15, 2023, meeting
• Approved minutes from September 19, 2023, meeting
• Cancelled November 21, 2023, and December 19, 2023, meetings (Unanimous)

Beach & Shore Preservation Advisory Committee

The committee will meet to approve previous minutes and receive updates on beach restoration and county beach parks. The agenda includes reports from the Coastal Division and the Sebastian Inlet District.

• Approval of September 18, 2023 minutes
• Coastal Division updates on Beach Restoration Projects
• Update from the Sebastian Inlet District
• Status report on County Beach Parks

The committee approved the removal of the 'interim' title for Natural Resources Manager Eric Charest. Members received updates on beach restoration grants, sea turtle nesting, and the removal of derelict vessels from the Indian River Lagoon.

• Approved September 18, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved removal of 'interim' title for Natural Resources Manager Eric Charest (unanimous)

CSAC Grants Subcommittee

The Children’s Services Advisory Committee Grant Subcommittee is meeting to set operational norms and a scoring rubric for grants. The body will also determine its 2023/2024 meeting schedule and dates for grant presentations.

• Establishment of a scoring rubric for the CSAC Grant Sub-Committee
• Setting of 2023/2024 meeting schedule
• Scheduling of Development Grant Presentations for May 30-31st
• Scheduling of Tier 2/3 Grant Presentations for June 20-21st
• Reveal of a Public Dashboard by the Community Services Director

The subcommittee approved the May 1, 2023 meeting minutes and adopted established meeting norms. Members agreed to the creation of a scoring rubric for grant proposals and scheduled future meetings for the third Monday of each month.

• Approved May 1, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted established meeting norms as presented
• Agreed to create and use a scoring rubric for grant proposals
• Set future meeting dates for the third Monday of each month from 4:30 – 6:00 PM

Environmental Control Hearing Board

The Environmental Control Hearing Board will meet to consider draft minutes from August 3, 2023. The board is scheduled to hold a hearing regarding Environmental Control Office Case No. 600-23.

• Hearing for FN Investments LLC (Case No. 600-23)

The Board ordered FN Investments, LLC to cure limited use well violations within 30 days and all other property violations within 45 days. Failure to comply may result in suspended penalties of $500 per day. The respondent must also conduct monthly coliform testing on the permit well at their own expense.

• Approved minutes from August 03, 2023 meeting (unanimous)
• Ordered FN Investments, LLC to cure limited use well violations within 30 days or face suspended $500/day penalty (unanimous)
• Ordered FN Investments, LLC to remedy remaining violations within 45 days or face suspended $500/day per violation penalty (unanimous)
• Required FN Investments, LLC to perform monthly coliform testing on permit well via NEALAB certified lab (unanimous)
• Required FN Investments, LLC to appear at the December 07, 2023 meeting (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review a consent agenda featuring several infrastructure projects and service contracts. The meeting includes a public discussion request regarding Community Council recognition and updates on solid waste franchise collection.

• First Addendum to Liberty Park, Phase 1A and 1B Developer’s Agreement with Ryall Development Group, LLC
• Design, Permitting, and Bidding Services for Sector 4 Hurricanes Ian and Nicole Dune Restoration Project
• Parking spaces agreement for Five Guys at Sebastian Corners (1929-1931 & 1921-1923 US Highway 1)
• Design services for Oslo Park Paving and Drainage Project (IRC-2308)
• FDEP Grant Agreement for Ixora Park Sewer Rehabilitation

The Board approved a sole-source contract for strategic planning services and updated the scoring criteria for the solid waste collection Request for Proposal. Commissioners also tabled a parking agreement for Five Guys in Sebastian due to safety concerns and approved various routine administrative and grant items.

• Tabled Five Guys parking agreement (5-0)
• Approved sole-source contract for Saviak Consulting (4-1)
• Approved updated scoring system for solid waste RFP (5-0)
• Approved Transit Development Plan (5-0)
• Approved $11,432.39 payment to Sandhill Environmental Services (5-0)
• Approved $26,500 for mitigation credits for Fire Rescue Station #7 (5-0)
• Approved four sets of Solid Waste Disposal District meeting minutes (5-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings to discuss updates to solar facility site plan procedures. The body will also consider changing the land use designation for a 1.65-acre site on US Highway 1.

• LDR Amendment for Solar Facilities Site Plan Review and Approval Procedures
• Proposed Future Land Use Map change for 1.65 acres on East Side of US Highway 1 between Jackson Street and 132nd Street from Medium Density Residential to Commercial/Industrial

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved an amendment to allow solar facilities to be processed through the minor site plan review process. The commission also approved a land use map amendment for a 1.65-acre site on US Highway 1 to correct a mapping error.

• Approved LDR Amendment for Solar Facilities site plan review procedures (6-0)
• Approved future land use map amendment from M-1 to C/I for 1.65 acres on US Highway 1 (6-0)
• Approved August 24, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider a request from HCA Florida Lawnwood Hospital for ambulance transport certification and proposed changes to accessory structure size limits on large residential parcels. The body will also review various infrastructure contracts, grant acceptances, and 2024 legislative priorities.

• Public hearing for HCA Florida Lawnwood Hospital Class 'B' Certificate for non-emergency ambulance transport
• Proposed Land Development Regulation amendments for accessory structure size allowances on large single-family parcels
• Award of Bid 2024003 for Central (Gifford) WWTF Generator and ATS replacement
• Authorization to initiate consultant selection for an Impact Fee Study and an Urban Service Boundary Study
• Resolution establishing utility rates and fair market rental rates for the Housing Choice Voucher Program

The Board adopted the September 2023 Indian River County Lagoon Management Plan and authorized a consultant study for the Urban Service Boundary. They also approved a land development regulation amendment allowing larger accessory structures on large parcels and granted a certificate for hospital ambulance transport. Several contracts and grants were approved via consent agenda, including a $245,676 pump replacement and a public medical transportation agreement.

• Adopted September 2023 Indian River County Lagoon Management Plan (5-0)
• Authorized consultant selection for Urban Service Boundary Study (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2023-013 increasing accessory structure size allowances (5-0)
• Granted Class 'B' Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity to HCA Florida Lawnwood Hospital for ambulance transport (5-0)
• Approved $245,676.60 unbudgeted capital purchase for Osprey Marsh pump replacement (5-0)
• Approved Public Medical Transportation Letter of Agreement with AHCA (5-0)
• Approved Sheriff's request to allocate $22,800 from offender fees for investigative items (5-0)
• Approved 2024 Legislative Priorities and 2024 meeting dates (5-0)

Code Enforcement Board

The Indian River County Code Enforcement Board will conduct evidentiary, compliance, and administrative hearings to determine if county code violations exist. The board will decide on corrective timelines and assess potential fines or costs for non-compliant properties.

• Evidentiary hearing for sea turtle protection violation at 900 Crescent Beach Rd
• Compliance hearing for zoning and property maintenance violations at 7395 6th St
• Evidentiary hearing for land clearing and tree removal violations at 1175 US Highway 1
• Lien reduction requests for properties at 4290 46th Ln and 4004 46th Ln
• Hearings regarding missing building permits at multiple locations including 918 17th Ave and 646 26th Ave

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to decide on the 2023/2024 budgets and millage rates for several county funds. The board will consider proposed spending levels and tax rates following public input.

• General Fund: proposed budget of $132,409,629 and millage rate of 3.5475
• M.S.T.U.: proposed budget of $49,903,560 and millage rate of 1.1506
• Emergency Services District: proposed budget of $59,144,806 and millage rate of 2.3531
• Transportation Fund: proposed budget of $23,238,226
• Solid Waste Disposal District: proposed $24,831,759 budget and residential waste charge of $151.04 per house

The Board of County Commissioners approved the final budget and millage rates for several county funds and districts. The total proposed budget for the fiscal year is $506,901,540. The board also established assessment rates for solid waste and non-ad valorem districts.

• Approved General Fund budget of $132,409,629 and millage rate of 3.5475 (5-0)
• Approved General Purpose Municipal Service Taxing Unit budget of $49,903,560 and millage rate of 1.1506 (5-0)
• Approved Transportation Fund budget of $23,238,226 (5-0)
• Approved Emergency Services District budget of $59,144,806 and millage rate of 2.3531 (5-0)
• Approved Solid Waste Disposal District budget of $24,831,759 and updated waste generation fees (5-0)
• Approved assessment rates for Non-Ad Valorem districts including street lighting and stormwater (5-0)
• Approved final budgets for Non-Taxing Funds totaling $217,373,560 across five categories (5-0)

Children's Services Advisory Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss human services data, including a public dashboard reveal and updates from law enforcement, the hospital district, and the school district. Members will address new business regarding grant sub-committee scoring rubrics and funder budgets.

• Public Dashboard reveal and feedback data share
• Scoring Rubric for CSAC Grant Sub-Committee
• Updated funder budgets presented by Leigh Anne Uribe
• Program Outcome Revisions
• Needs Assessment Progress Report

The committee approved revised meeting norms and a change in program outcomes for Feed the Lambs. Members also authorized staff to develop parameters for a new Community Impact Awards program to recognize performing agencies.

• Approved June 12, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted revised meeting norms, including cell phones on vibrate (unanimous)
• Approved outcome revisions for Feed the Lambs (unanimous)
• Requested staff revise SAFIR Coalition outcome revisions for next meeting
• Approved development of Community Impact Awards program (unanimous)

Environmental Land Acquisition Panel

The Environmental Land Acquisition Panel is meeting to discuss proposed changes to the Environmental Lands Program Guide. The body will also address Commissioner Matters.

• Proposed changes to the Environmental Lands Program Guide

The Environmental Land Acquisition Panel reviewed and approved several changes to the draft Environmental Lands Program Guide. Updates included new definitions, updated conservation statistics, and the addition of federal funding categories.

• Approved adding US Fish & Wildlife Service Coastal Program, FWS NAWCA 2024 US Small Grants, and NOAA Coastal and Estuarine Land Conservation Program to federal funding section (Unanimous)
• Approved various draft guide changes including a new definition for Acquisition Consultant and updated 2022 Florida conservation land statistics (Unanimous)
• Approved updating guide language to replace the term 'exotic' with 'invasive' (Unanimous)
• Approved adding requirements for the County to post ELAP meetings, agendas, and acquisition milestones on the website and social media (Unanimous)

Beach & Shore Preservation Advisory Committee

The Beach & Shore Preservation Advisory Committee will receive updates on Coastal Division beach restoration projects and the status of County Beach Parks. The meeting also includes an update from the Sebastian Inlet District.

• Coastal Division updates including Beach Restoration Projects
• Update from the Sebastian Inlet District
• Status of County Beach Parks
• Approval of minutes from August 21, 2023

The committee elected a new Vice Chair and approved the previous meeting's minutes. Members received updates on FDEP grant funding for beach repairs and record-breaking sea turtle nest counts.

• Elected Francisco San Miguel as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Approved August 21, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing proposed millage rates and budgets for several funds, including the General Fund and Emergency Services District. The meeting also includes discussions on proposed waste disposal charges and non-ad valorem assessment budgets.

• Proposed General Fund budget of $132,409,629 with a 3.5475 millage rate
• Proposed Emergency Services District budget of $59,144,806
• Proposed residential waste charge of $100.69 per unit ($151.04 per house)
• Proposed Solid Waste Disposal District budget of $24,831,759
• Review of non-ad valorem budgets including Enterprise Funds ($69,351,969) and Capital Projects ($52,511,479)

The Board of County Commissioners approved tentative budgets and millage rates for the General Fund, MSTU, Transportation Fund, and Emergency Services District. The Board also approved rates and a budget for the Solid Waste Disposal District and tentative charges for Non-Ad Valorem Assessment Districts.

• Adopted General Fund tentative millage rate of 3.5475 and budget of $132,409,629 (4-0)
• Adopted MSTU tentative millage rate of 1.1506 and budget of $49,903,560 (4-0)
• Approved Transportation Fund tentative budget of $23,238,226 (4-0)
• Adopted Emergency Services District tentative millage rate of 2.3531 and budget of $59,144,806 (4-0)
• Approved Solid Waste Disposal District budget of $24,831,759 and residential rate of $151.04/house (4-0)
• Adopted tentative charges for Non-Ad Valorem Assessment Districts for Street Lighting (4-0)
• Adopted tentative Non-Ad Valorem Dollar Budgets for Special Revenue, Debt Service, Capital Projects, Enterprise, and Internal Service Funds (4-0)

Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO)

The Indian River County Metropolitan Planning Organization will review the final 2023 Transit Development Plan Major Update. The meeting also includes discussions on the 2045 Treasure Coast Regional Long Range Transportation Plan and FDOT project presentations.

• Amendment to the FY 2022/23 – 2023/24 Unified Planning Work Program
• Amendment to the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP)
• Final 2023 Transit Development Plan (TDP) Major Update consideration
• Presentation on US 1 @ Aviation Blvd. Intersection Improvement Project
• Presentation on the CR 512 Corridor Study

The MPO approved a major update to the Transit Development Plan and recommended the County Commission consider funding for expanded transit service hours. The board also approved administrative amendments to the Unified Planning Work Program and the Transportation Improvement Program.

• Approved 2023 Transit Development Plan Major Update and recommendation for County funding of additional service (8-0)
• Approved Amendment to the FY 2022/23 – 2023/24 Unified Planning Work Program (8-0)
• Approved Amendment to the Transportation Improvement Program (8-0)
• Approved June 14, 2023 meeting minutes (8-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review various consent agenda items including utility easements and contract extensions. The meeting also includes public hearings for the Local Provider Participation Fund and discussions regarding county administrator accountability.

• Agreement for 12-inch water main extension from 90th Avenue to 98th Avenue
• Developer's Agreement for Indigo Vero, LLC at 46th Place at Tracking Station Park
• Public Hearing for Local Provider Participation Fund Approval
• Notice of Extension for Old Dixie Highway Roadway Improvements
• Award of Bid for Fiber Optic Engineering, Design, Material, Supplies, and Installation

The Board approved a non-ad valorem special assessment to support local hospitals' Medicaid costs and awarded a $1.32 million contract for walking trails at the Jackie Robinson Training Complex. Several utility easements, developer agreements, and a lease for veteran services were also approved, along with a resolution for joint meetings with local cities.

• Approved non-ad valorem special assessment for hospital Medicaid support (5-0)
• Awarded $1,322,979.64 contract for Jackie Robinson Training Complex walking trails (5-0)
• Approved lease agreement for North County Veteran Services Office in Sebastian (5-0)
• Approved stormwater pipeline easement at Gifford Dock Park (5-0)
• Approved developer agreement for 46th Place improvements at Tracking Station Park (5-0)
• Approved water main extension agreement for Venetian Grove development (5-0)
• Approved waiver for Providence Pointe stormwater maintenance area (5-0)
• Approved resolution for joint meetings with Sebastian, Vero Beach, and School Board (5-0)

CSAC Needs Subcommittee

The Children’s Services Advisory Committee Needs Assessment Subcommittee will conduct a deep dive into various local indicators. The session includes a dedicated 'Needs Assessment Data Day' to review statistics regarding mental health, substance use, and infant mortality.

• Review of Indian River Indicators
• Discussion of substance data, DJJ civil citations, and arrests for adults ages 20-40
• Analysis of mental health, birth, and infant mortality data
• Review of ALICE, hospital, and ER visit data
• Examination of foster care, homelessness, and K readiness data

The subcommittee approved the minutes from the August 22, 2023 meeting. Members discussed data trends regarding demographics, early childhood development, and youth programs. No other substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved August 22, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Requested Michael Kint gather data on ER visits and poverty

MPO Citizen Advisory Committee

The Indian River County MPO Citizens Advisory Committee will consider amendments to the Unified Planning Work Program and the Transportation Improvement Program. The meeting also includes a presentation on the 2045 Treasure Coast Regional Long Range Transportation Plan.

• Amendment to the FY 2022/23 – 2023/24 Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP)
• Amendment to the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP)
• Consideration of the 2023 Transit Development Plan (TDP) Major Update
• Presentation on the 2045 Treasure Coast Regional Long Range Transportation Plan

The Citizens Advisory Committee approved a major update to the Transit Development Plan and two administrative amendments to planning and transportation programs. The transit update identified five top service needs, including expanded weekday evening and Saturday hours.

• Approved 2023 Transit Development Plan (TDP) Major Update (10-0)
• Approved Amendment to the FY 2022/23-2023/24 Unified Planning Work Program (10-0)
• Approved Amendment to the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) (10-0)
• Approved June 6, 2023 joint CAC-BPAC meeting minutes (9-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding an ordinance to impose an additional cent of Tourist Development Taxes and reallocate authorized uses of that revenue. The agenda also includes several contract approvals, infrastructure work orders, and public discussions.

• Public hearing for ordinance imposing an additional cent of Tourist Development Taxes
• Agreement for Ambulance Billing and Coding Services with EMS|MC
• Award of RFP 2023053 for Information Technology Security Upgrades (Clerk of Courts)
• Work Order for 11th Drive and 37th Street Intersection Improvements
• Purchase of Mitigation Credits for IRC Public Shooting Range Sporting Clays Course

The Board of County Commissioners approved a series of contracts for beach restoration, IT upgrades, and professional services. They also authorized payments for ambulance billing and a parks and recreation master plan. One item regarding the Children's Services Advisory Committee was deleted and referred back for discussion.

• Deleted Item 14.E.1 and referred it to the Children's Services Advisory Committee (4-1)
• Approved $241,050 contract to Jim’s Complete Construction, Inc. for IT and Finance office remodel
• Approved $125,000 purchase of wetland mitigation credits for Public Shooting Range Sporting Clays Course
• Approved $87,955 Work Order for 11th Drive and 37th Street intersection improvements
• Approved $49,842.72 contract to Don Hinkle Construction, Inc. for IT security upgrades
• Awarded Parks and Recreation Master Plan RFP to PROS Consulting, Inc.
• Awarded OPEB Actuary Services RFP to Gabriel, Roeder, Smith & Company
• Approved agreement with EMS|MC for ambulance billing and coding services

Code Enforcement Board

The Code Enforcement Board will conduct evidentiary and compliance hearings regarding several property code violations. These cases include issues such as sea turtle protection, tree removal, landscape maintenance, and unpermitted work.

• Evidentiary hearing for 2470 S Highway A1A regarding sea turtle protection violation
• Evidentiary hearing for 825 Reef Rd regarding sea turtle protection violation
• Compliance hearing for 936 19th Av SW regarding tree removal and land clearing
• Evidentiary hearing for 6420 20th St regarding landscape maintenance and site plan nonconformance
• Evidentiary hearing for 8655 95th Ct regarding overgrown weeds, junk, and debris

The Board imposed daily fines on two properties for sea turtle protection lighting violations and issued a continuing order for a third. Additionally, the Board granted compliance extensions to three properties for landscaping and weed violations.

• Approved $50 per day fine for Case #2023060012 (6-1)
• Approved $50 per light per night fine for Case #2023060055 (7-0)
• Imposed Continuing Order for Case #2023050069 (6-1)
• Granted 60-day extension to Oct 20, 2023 for BLFL Property, LLC (7-0)
• Granted 60-day extension to Oct 20, 2023 for Cancala Associates, LLC (7-0)
• Granted 30-day extension to Sept 22, 2023 for Robert B. Weber (7-0)
• Approved July 24, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)

MPO Technical Advisory Committee

The committee is reviewing amendments to the Unified Planning Work Program and the Transportation Improvement Program. Members also discussed the 2023 Transit Development Plan update and upcoming presentations regarding regional transportation plans and intersection improvements.

• Amendment to the FY 2022/23 – 2023/24 Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP)
• Amendment to the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP)
• Consideration of the 2023 Transit Development Plan (TDP) Major Update
• Presentation on the 2045 Treasure Coast Regional Long Range Transportation Plan (RLRTP)
• FDOT presentation on US 1 @ Aviation Blvd. Intersection Improvement Project

The Technical Advisory Committee recommended approval of a major transit update based on record public outreach. The committee also recommended amendments to the Unified Planning Work Program and the Transportation Improvement Program.

• Approved June 2, 2023 meeting minutes (10-0)
• Recommended approval of FY 2022/23-2023/24 Unified Planning Work Program amendment for $1,414 in additional funds (10-0)
• Recommended approval of Transportation Improvement Program roll-forward amendment (10-0)
• Recommended approval of 2023 Transit Development Plan Major Update (13-0)

Public Safety Council for Criminal Justice, Mental Health & Substance Abuse

The Public Safety Council is meeting to review the expansion of the SE Florida Behavioral Health Network Grant. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from the May 26, 2023, meeting.

• Expansion to the SE Florida Behavioral Health Network Grant
• Approval of May 26, 2023, meeting minutes

The council unanimously approved the minutes from the May 26, 2023 meeting. Members discussed a proposed multi-million dollar detox facility for the county jail and reviewed current inmate vocational and mental health programs.

• Approved May 26, 2023 meeting minutes (11-0)

Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board

The Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board will review a major update to the 2023 Transit Development Plan. The board will also examine actual expenditures for FY 2022/23 and assign a subcommittee for the Community Transportation Coordinator evaluation.

• Presentation of the 2023 Transit Development Plan (TDP) Major Update
• Review of Actual Expenditures Report for FY 2022/23
• Assignment of Community Transportation Coordinator (CTC) Evaluation Subcommittee
• Approval of May 25, 2023, meeting and workshop minutes
• Review of 2022/23 Planning Grant progress report and Reimbursement Invoice #4

The Board unanimously approved the minutes from the May 25, 2023 meeting. The remainder of the meeting consisted of staff reports regarding driver awards, upcoming pedestrian workshops, and transit ridership statistics.

• Approved May 25, 2023 Regular Meeting Minutes (11-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission is reviewing major site plan approvals for an industrial park and an 81-unit residential project. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding amendments to land development regulations for accessory structures.

• Major site plan approval for Genesis Industrial multi-building industrial park
• Major site plan and preliminary plat approval for Heritage Grove 81-unit residential project
• Public hearing on staff-initiated LDR amendments for accessory structure size allowances

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a major site plan for the Genesis Industrial park and a residential plat-over site plan for Heritage Grove. The commission also recommended that the Board of County Commissioners adopt amendments to increase size allowances for accessory structures on large single-family parcels.

• Approved major site plan for Genesis Industrial multi-building industrial park (7-0)
• Approved major site plan and preliminary plat for 81-unit Heritage Grove residential project (6-1)
• Recommended BCC approve LDR amendments for increased accessory structure size on large single-family parcels (7-0)
• Approved June 23, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)

Affordable Housing Advisory Committee

The Affordable Housing Advisory Committee meets to discuss updated incentives for affordable housing and review community development updates.

• Discussion on new/updated affordable housing incentives
• Resource/Program List Update by United Way of Indian River County
• Community Development Updates from Chris Balter

The committee held a discussion on potential incentives to encourage affordable and workforce housing developments. Members debated mandatory affordable housing percentages, infrastructure funding, and rehabilitation programs for rental properties. No formal votes on new incentives were taken; the committee is preparing an Incentives Report for approval at the October 25th meeting.

• Approved July 19, 2023 Regular meeting minutes (unanimous)

CSAC Needs Subcommittee

The Children’s Services Advisory Committee Needs Assessment Subcommittee is meeting to discuss various indicators including mental health, substance use, and birth data. The committee will also identify missing data points and determine next steps for the assessment.

• Discussion of Indian River Indicators
• Review of substance data, DJJ civil citations, and arrests for adults ages 20-40
• Review of mental health, hospital, and ER visit data
• Discussion of birth, infant mortality, and neonatal abstinence syndrome data
• Review of foster care, homelessness, and K readiness data

The subcommittee approved the May 22, 2023, meeting minutes. Members presented and discussed data trends regarding kindergarten readiness, graduation rates, mental health, and poverty. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved May 22, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Beach & Shore Preservation Advisory Committee

The Beach & Shore Preservation Advisory Committee will review updates on coastal division activities, including ongoing and planned beach restoration projects.

• Approval of minutes from July 17, 2023
• Coastal Division Updates with focus on beach restoration

The committee approved the July 17, 2023, meeting minutes. Members received updates on beach restoration grants for various sectors and reports on record-breaking sea turtle nest counts. No other substantive votes were recorded.

• Approved Minutes of July 17, 2023 (Unanimous)

Tourist Development Council

The Council will receive budget presentations for the Indian River County Chamber of Commerce and the Sebastian River Area Chamber of Commerce for the 2023-2024 period. The meeting also includes an update on tourist tax revenue.

• Indian River County Chamber of Commerce 2023-2024 Budget Presentation
• Sebastian River Area Chamber of Commerce 2023-2024 Budget Presentation
• Tourist Tax Revenue Update

The Council approved the meeting agenda and previous minutes. Members received a report on tourist tax revenue increases and a redistribution of allocations effective October 1, 2023. Presentations were provided by the Indian River County and Sebastian River Area Chambers of Commerce regarding tourism marketing.

• Approved the agenda (9-0)
• Approved May 17, 2022 Minutes (9-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hear multiple public discussion requests regarding the gentrification of Gifford. The agenda also includes notices for upcoming public hearings on vacation rental violation fines and tourist development tax reallocations.

• Public discussion requests regarding the Gentrification of Gifford
• Notice of public hearing for ordinance concerning fines for vacation rental violations
• Notice of public hearing for additional cent of Tourist Development Tax
• Approval of agreement with PCP Tactical, LLC for RFI Shooting Range
• Authorization to purchase replacement rescue unit

The Board of County Commissioners approved several project agreements, including basketball court replacements and a hydro-excavator truck purchase. They also authorized amendments for conservation area improvements and museum exhibits. The board approved the meeting minutes from June 2023.

• Approved bid for Hosie Shumann Basketball Court Replacement awarded to Sport Surfaces, LLC (5-0)
• Approved $574,958 purchase of Vac-Con Hydro-Excavator Truck by waiving bid requirements (5-0)
• Approved agreement with PCP Tactical, LLC (5-0)
• Approved Amendment No. 1 to Carter Associates, Inc. for Sebastian Harbor Preserve improvements (5-0)
• Approved Project Agreement Amendment for Jones’ Pier Museum Exhibits (5-0)
• Approved Project Agreement Amendment for Environmental Learning Center Dock Replacement (5-0)
• Approved Amendment 3 with Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission Contract No 00252 (5-0)
• Approved Modified Subgrant Agreement with FDEM for elevation of the Historic Jones (5-0)

Environmental Land Acquisition Panel

The Environmental Land Acquisition Panel (ELAP) will hold its first meeting of the session to conduct roll calls and elect a Chair and Vice-Chair. The panel will also discuss previous bonds, review the Environmental Lands Program Guide process, and determine future meeting frequency.

• Election of Chair
• Election of Vice-Chair
• Overview of Previous Bonds
• Review of Environmental Lands Program Guide process
• Establishment of ELAP meeting frequency and time

The panel appointed a Chair and Vice-Chair and established a monthly meeting schedule. Members received presentations on public meeting rules and a history of previous county land acquisition bonds.

• Appointed Peter O’Bryan as Chair (unanimous)
• Appointed Roland DeBlois as Vice-Chair (unanimous)
• Established meeting frequency for the third Tuesday monthly at 5:30 PM

Environmental Control Hearing Board

The Environmental Control Hearing Board will meet to consider draft minutes from June 1, 2023. The agenda includes public hearings for cases involving I Am Ministries and J. Pizzo.

• Hearing for I Am Ministries (Case No. 593-22)
• Hearing for J. Pizzo (Case No. 598-23)

The Board closed two cases after respondents reached compliance. One respondent was found in compliance and had penalties purged, while another was ordered to pay $31,500 in fines for failing to abate a sanitary nuisance and keeping a property occupied.

• Approved June 01, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Declared I Am Ministries, Inc. (Case 593-22) in compliance, purged suspended penalties, and closed the case (unanimous)
• Ordered Jp&D Property Management, LLC (Case 598-23) to pay $7,000 for failure to abate sanitary nuisance (unanimous)
• Ordered Jp&D Property Management, LLC to pay $6,500 for failure to pump septic tank or keep property vacant from May 19 to June 01, 2023 (unanimous)
• Ordered Jp&D Property Management, LLC to pay $500 for failure to appear at the June 1, 2023 hearing (unanimous)
• Ordered Jp&D Property Management, LLC to pay $17,500 for keeping property occupied from June 02 to July 06, 2023 (unanimous)
• Closed Case 598-23 after the respondent reached compliance (unanimous)

Code Enforcement Board

The Board is conducting compliance and evidentiary hearings regarding various code violations. These include issues such as unpermitted construction, tree removal, land clearing, and improper vehicle storage.

• Compliance hearing for 936 19th Av SW: tree removal and land clearing violations
• Compliance hearing for 9050 66th Ave Sebastian: wetland alteration and stormwater drainage violations
• Compliance hearing for 3027 Golf View Dr: dock/pier and building permit violations
• Evidentiary hearing for 2045 13th St: unpermitted construction in right-of-way
• Evidentiary hearing for 4026 62nd Av: residential and commercial vehicle storage violations

The Board approved several time extensions for property owners to resolve zoning, construction, and maintenance violations. Failure to comply by the specified deadlines may result in fines of up to $250 per day.

• Approved June 26, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Granted 90-day extension to Everybody Rides, Inc. for site plan submittal and parking compliance (5-0)
• Granted 30-day extension to Michael Thew for right-of-way permit compliance (5-0)
• Granted 90-day extension to David and Gloria Etzion to permit or remove a garage structure (5-0)
• Granted 7-day and 30-day extensions to Armando De Armas and Yeney Solange for RV utility and registration compliance (5-0)
• Granted 60-day extension to William and Terry Hughes for weed and trailer storage compliance (5-0)
• Accepted consent items including 4 cases brought into compliance and 9 cases granted extensions (5-0)

Affordable Housing Advisory Committee

The committee will review community development and incentives reports. Members will provide updates on local affordable housing actions and discuss a possible housing needs assessment.

• Community Development Updates from Chris Balter
• Incentives Report from Helene Caseltine
• Gifford Gardens Update
• Local Affordable Housing Action updates from committee members
• Discussion of FHC Webinars and a possible Housing Needs Assessment

The committee approved the April 26, 2023, meeting minutes. Members discussed the Gifford Gardens project's move toward a 14-lot design and reviewed new SHIP program software and incentives. No new policies were adopted during the meeting.

• Approved April 26, 2023 Regular meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Economic Development Council

The Economic Development Council and Local Technology Planning Team will meet to review an economic development report. Members will discuss the county's economic vision, Opportunity Zone collaborations, and potential business incentives.

• Economic Development Report presentation by Helene Caseltine
• Discussion on Opportunity Zone Collaborations
• Discussion on business incentives including micro-loans, infrastructure, and training collaboration

The Council approved the minutes from the May 16, 2023, meeting. Members discussed a proposed economic development initiative to create an actionable plan for future growth and industry recruitment.

• Approved May 16, 2023, meeting minutes (unanimous)

Beach & Shore Preservation Advisory Committee

The committee will meet to approve minutes from June 19, 2023. Members will receive updates on beach restoration projects, the Sebastian Inlet District, and the status of County Beach Parks.

• Approval of June 19, 2023 minutes
• Coastal Division updates on Beach Restoration Projects
• Sebastian Inlet District update
• Status report on County Beach Parks

The committee approved the June 19, 2023, meeting minutes. Members received updates on FDEP and FEMA funding for beach restoration across several sectors and discussed the upcoming 5-year review of the Beach Preservation Plan. No other formal votes were recorded.

• Approved Minutes of June 19, 2023 (Unanimous)

School Planning Elected Officials Oversight Committee

The Elected Officials Oversight Committee is meeting to elect a chairman and review school planning activities. The body will discuss the draft 2022-2023 Annual School Concurrency Assessment Report.

• Election of Chairman
• Review of Draft 2022-2023 Annual School Concurrency Assessment Report
• Overview of school planning activities since the previous meeting

The School Planning Elected Officials Oversight Committee approved the 2022/2023 School Concurrency Assessment Report. Members also elected a new Chairman and approved the minutes from the previous year's meeting.

• Elected Fred Jones as Chairman (4-0)
• Approved July 15, 2022 minutes (4-0)
• Accepted the Annual School Concurrency Assessment Report for 2022/2023 (4-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board is conducting a budget workshop to review the general fund, constitutional officers, and various district funds. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding the Solid Waste Disposal District and a motion to adopt proposed millage rates.

• Public hearing on Solid Waste Disposal District (S.W.D.D.)
• Review of proposed millage rates with an aggregate rate of 6.1307
• Budget review for the Jackie Robinson Training Complex
• Budget review for the Optional One-Cent Sales Tax
• Discussion of proposed changes to the tentative budget

The Board of County Commissioners held a budget workshop to review the proposed FY 2023/2024 budget of $506,235,729. The session included presentations on the General Fund, Constitutional Officers, and other district funds. No formal votes were recorded as the meeting served as a workshop for discussion.

• Proposed FY 2023/2024 total budget set at $506,235,729
• Proposed General Fund millage rate remains unchanged at 3.5475
• Proposed M.S.T.U. millage rate remains unchanged at 1.1506
• Proposed Emergency Services District millage rate remains unchanged at 2.3531
• Proposed $5.9 million funding increase for Sheriff's Office discussed
• Proposed county-wide reorganization to be implemented October 1, 2023

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss levying an additional cent of tourist tax and review a draft Lagoon Management Plan. The body is also deciding on various infrastructure contracts, grant applications, and a public easement abandonment petition.

• Consideration of levying an additional cent of tourist tax
• Public hearing on Pulte Home Company, LLC’s petition for abandonment of a public access easement
• Award of bid for Treasure Shores Beach Park septic to sewer conversion
• FY 2024 CPI adjustment requests by Waste Management, Atlas Organics, Republic Services, and Indian River Sustainability Center
• Approval of a license agreement with Miss B’s Learning Bees, Inc. for the Intergenerational Recreation Center

The Board approved a recommendation to draft a Land Development Regulation amendment to increase size allowances for accessory structures on large single-family properties. Other actions included approving several vendor contracts, budget amendments, and grant agreements.

• Approved drafting LDR amendment for increased accessory structure size on large parcels (5-0)
• Approved waiving bid process for Neighborly Community Development Software
• Approved Resolution 2023-030 for Gifford Parks 'Tour Through Time' matching grant
• Approved License Agreement with Miss B’s Learning Bees, Inc. for Intergenerational Recreation Center
• Approved Hurricane Nicole subaward and grant agreement
• Approved Resolution 2023-031 amending the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 budget
• Awarded Bid 2023022 to Meeks Plumbing, Inc. for Treasure Shores Beach Park septic to sewer conversion
• Approved Resolution 2023-032 regarding authorized signatories for County funds

Code Enforcement Board

The Board will conduct compliance and evidentiary hearings to determine if county code violations exist and set deadlines for correction. The body may also impose fines, assess costs, and review requests for lien releases or reductions.

• Compliance hearings for tree removal and land clearing at 320 27th Av and 916 19th Av SW
• Evidentiary hearings for landscape maintenance and site plan nonconformance at 1276 US Highway 1
• Hearings regarding junk vehicles and overgrown weeds at multiple Vero Beach locations
• Review of building permit violations (FBC 105) at 2305 86th Av SW and 1390 19th Av SW
• Lien release requests for properties at 1041 10th Pl, 4580 77th St, and 8555 104th Ct

The Board approved several fines for illegal tree removal and right-of-way alterations. It also granted compliance extensions for landscaping and permitting issues. Five cases were noted as having returned to compliance.

• Approved $250 daily fine for LSH Development, LLC and required payment of $70,354.38 in previous fines (6-0)
• Granted 30-day extension to July 21, 2023 for Saylor, Kate, LLC to obtain R.O.W. permit and required payment of $39,187.50 in fines (6-0)
• Approved $250 daily fine starting July 21, 2023 for Champ Anthony, LLC and required payment of $19,687.50 in previous fines (6-0)
• Granted 60-day extension to August 25, 2023 for Colony Property Management of Vero Beach, LLC to fix landscaping (6-0)
• Approved May 22, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Accepted consent items including 30, 60, and 90-day extensions for five cases (6-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to consider a preliminary planned development plan for Providence Pointe Phases 1 & 2. The proposal includes residential units, a hotel, and commercial parcels.

• Providence Pointe PDTND Phases 1 & 2: Request for preliminary plan/plat approval for 322 residential units/lots, a hotel parcel, and commercial/common area parcels west of 58th Avenue, between 49th Street and 53rd Street

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved the preliminary planned development plan and plat for Providence Pointe PDTND Phases 1 & 2. The project includes 322 residential units, a hotel, and commercial parcels. The approval includes conditions listed in the staff report.

• Approved preliminary planned development (PD) plan/plat for Providence Pointe PDTND Phases 1 & 2 (7-0)
• Approved May 25, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss updating water, sewer, and reclaimed water rates and fees effective October 1, 2023. The meeting includes public hearings for two rezoning requests and a discussion regarding a public storm drain system.

• Proposed resolution to adopt water, sewer, and reclaimed water rates and fees
• Rezoning request for +/- 10.37 acres from Limited Commercial to General Commercial (Theta Capital Partners, LLC)
• Rezoning request for +/- 51.78 acres from A-1 District to Multiple-Family Residential (Retreat at Citrus Ridge, LLC)
• Award of Bid No. 2023016 for 66th Avenue from 69th Street to CR-510/85th Street
• Award of Bid #2023040 for Class 1 Landfill Segment 3 Cell 3 Site Preparation Project

The Board of County Commissioners approved a new contract for ambulance billing and coding services with EMS Management & Consultants. Other actions included approving a $65,000 liability claim settlement and several infrastructure and maintenance contract extensions.

• Awarded ambulance billing and coding services contract to EMS Management & Consultants
• Approved $65,000 automobile liability claim settlement for Adele Beecher
• Approved Resolution 2023-025 amending the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Budget
• Approved street sweeping services bid awarded to USA Services of Florida, LLC
• Approved third extension and second amendment for asphalt paving with C.W. Roberts Contracting, Inc.
• Approved second extension and third amendment for motor and pump repair with Florida Armature Works, Inc.
• Authorized $19,560 increase to Purchase Order 95091 and up to $220,000 for Fire Station 11 remodel change orders
• Approved Resolution 2023-026 delegating authority to the County Administrator from July 12 to August 14, 2023

Beach & Shore Preservation Advisory Committee

The committee is meeting to receive updates on beach restoration projects and the Sebastian Inlet District. Members will also discuss the status of county beach parks.

• Approval of May 15, 2023 meeting minutes
• Coastal Division updates on beach restoration projects
• Update from the Sebastian Inlet District
• Status of County Beach Parks

The committee unanimously approved the May 15, 2023, meeting minutes. Staff provided updates on several million dollars in hurricane recovery grants and the potential cancellation of the Sector 7 beach project due to a lack of easements.

• Approved Minutes of May 15, 2023 (Unanimous)

Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO)

The Metropolitan Planning Organization is meeting to approve a multi-year transportation improvement program and a 2023 priority projects report. The body will also consider a transit development plan update and options for the FEC rail overpass.

• Approval of the Fiscal Year 2023/24 – 2027/28 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP)
• Approval of the MPO’s 2023 Priority Projects Report
• Approval of a TIP Amendment
• Execution of the FY 2023/24 Transportation Disadvantaged Trust Fund Planning Grant Agreement
• Discussion on FEC Rail Overpass Options

The MPO approved the FY 2023/24 – 2027/28 Transportation Improvement Plan and the 2023 Priority Projects Report. The board also approved a $3.5 million funding amendment for the US 1 project and a planning grant for transportation disadvantaged services.

• Approved FY 2023/24 – 2027/28 Transportation Improvement Plan (11-0)
• Approved 2023 Priority Projects Report, moving 45th Street Retrofit/Complete Streets to #1 (11-0)
• Approved $3.5 million TIP Amendment for US 1 project (11-0)
• Approved FY 2023/24 Transportation Disadvantaged Trust Fund Planning Grant Agreement (11-0)
• Approved Resolution Honoring District Four Secretary Gerry O’Reilly (11-0)
• Approved April 12, 2023 meeting minutes (11-0)

Children's Services Advisory Committee

The Children's Services Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss funding recommendations for the 2023-2024 cycle. The committee will also receive an update from the Needs Assessment Subcommittee.

• 2023-2024 Children’s Services funding recommendations
• Needs Assessment Subcommittee update

The Children’s Services Advisory Committee approved the Grant Subcommittee's funding recommendations for fiscal year 2023-2024. The approval includes a plan to prioritize contingency funds for Helping Hands of South County and Child Care Resources.

• Approved May 15, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2023-2024 funding recommendations and contingency fund priorities (12-1)

MPO Citizen Advisory Committee

The MPO Citizens Advisory Committee and Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Committee are meeting jointly to discuss transportation planning and priority projects. The body will decide on the 2023-2028 Transportation Improvement Plan and the 2023 Priority Projects Report.

• Consideration of the Fiscal Year 2023/24 – 2027/28 Transportation Improvement Plan (TIP)
• Consideration of the MPO’s 2023 Priority Projects Report
• Discussion of the 2023 Transit Development Plan (TDP) Major Update
• Status Report of MPO Advisory Committees

The Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC) and Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC) approved the Fiscal Year 2023/24-2027/28 Transportation Improvement Program and the 2023 Priority Projects Report. Both committees also approved an amendment to the Transportation Improvement Program regarding additional FDOT funding for the US 1 project.

• Approved April 4, 2023 CAC meeting minutes as amended (9-0)
• Approved March 28, 2023 BPAC meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved FY 2023/24-2027/28 Transportation Improvement Program (CAC 9-0, BPAC 5-0)
• Approved 2023 Priority Projects Report (CAC 9-0, BPAC 5-0)
• Approved Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) Amendment for US 1 project funding (CAC 9-0, BPAC 5-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings on modifying county retirement benefits and updating Children’s Services Advisory Committee membership. The meeting also includes discussions on a proposed tourist tax increase and an opioid settlement spending plan.

• Public hearing for an ordinance to modify County Retirement Benefits (Chapter 104)
• Proposed increase of the Tourist Tax from 4 to 5 cents
• Right of Way purchase from Willie James Cobb for 41st Street left turn lane at US1
• Mediation settlement for right-of-way parcel at 6600 65th Street, Vero Beach
• Final plat approval for Bella Rosa East subdivision

The Board of County Commissioners approved a series of consent agenda items including road work, facility maintenance, and a right-of-way purchase. The Board also approved a $225,000 funding agreement with FDOT for traffic monitoring technology.

• Approved $22,400 purchase of 0.07 acres at 2155 41st Street for a turn lane
• Approved $225,000 FDOT funding agreement for traffic monitoring technology update
• Approved $120,000 work order for beach profile surveys with Morgan and Eklund, Inc.
• Approved $211,888.39 retainage release to Centerline, Inc. for North Sebastian project
• Approved final plat for Bella Rosa East subdivision
• Approved $31,733.45 final payment to Don Hinkle Construction Inc. for Tax Collector’s Office expansion
• Approved $7,133.41 payment to Timothy Rose Contracting, Inc. for 61st Court work
• Approved update to Administrative Policy 908.1 increasing cremation reimbursement rates

MPO Technical Advisory Committee

The MPO Technical Advisory Committee is meeting to review and take action on the five-year Transportation Improvement Program and the 2023 Priority Projects Report. The body will also discuss a major update to the 2023 Transit Development Plan.

• Consideration of 2023/24 – 2027/28 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP)
• Consideration of the 2023 Priority Projects Report
• Consideration of the 2023 Transit Development Plan (TDP) Major Update
• Election of Vice Chair
• Approval of March 31, 2023 minutes

The committee elected a new Vice Chairman and approved previous meeting minutes. Members voted to amend the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) to change the description of the US 1 and Aviation Blvd intersection project. The committee also reviewed the 2023 Priority Projects Report.

• Elected Rich Szpyrka as Vice Chairman (14-0)
• Approved March 31, 2023 meeting minutes (14-0)
• Approved amendment to TIP Page 13 to replace 'FEC railroad overpass' with 'A feasibility study of multiple alternatives for the intersection' (14-0)

Environmental Control Hearing Board

The board will meet to conduct hearings for three specific environmental control cases. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding rules of conduct.

• Hearing for I Am Ministries (Case 593-22)
• Hearing for Richard Smith (Case 597-23)
• Hearing for J. Pizzo (Case 598-23)
• Discussion on Rules of Conduct

The Board issued immediate fines to Jp&D Property Management, LLC for sanitary nuisances and failure to appear. One case was closed due to compliance, and another was continued to August. The Board also authorized potential legal action to enjoin further violations at the Jp&D property.

• Approved April 06, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Continued Order for I Am Ministries, Inc. (Case 593-22) until August meeting (unanimous)
• Closed Case 597-23 (Richard Smith) as in full compliance (unanimous)
• Imposed $7,000 immediate penalty on Jp&D Property Management, LLC for failure to abate sanitary nuisance (unanimous)
• Imposed $6,500 immediate penalty on Jp&D Property Management, LLC for failure to pump septic tank daily/keep property vacant (unanimous)
• Imposed $500 immediate penalty on Jp&D Property Management, LLC for failure to appear (unanimous)
• Assessed $500 per day suspended penalty for Jp&D Property Management, LLC until property is vacated (unanimous)
• Assessed $21,000 suspended penalty for Jp&D Property Management, LLC for failure to repair septic system (unanimous)

Public Safety Council for Criminal Justice, Mental Health & Substance Abuse

The Public Safety Council for Criminal Justice, Mental Health, & Substance Abuse will meet to elect a Chairman and Vice Chairman. The agenda includes a discussion regarding the expansion of the SE Florida Behavioral Health Network Grant.

• Election of Chairman
• Election of Vice Chairman
• Expansion to the SE Florida Behavioral Health Network Grant

The Council unanimously elected its 2023 leadership and approved previous meeting minutes. Members discussed the status of behavioral health grants and the planned use of $150,000 in opioid settlement funds for alternative courts. Sheriff Flowers provided updates on inmate healthcare and vocational programs at the county jail.

• Approved minutes from November 18, 2022, and February 24, 2023 (11-0)
• Elected Chief David E. Currey as Chairman for 2023 (11-0)
• Elected Sheriff Eric Flowers as Vice Chairman for 2023 (11-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider two rezoning requests and one preliminary plat approval. The meeting includes public hearings for land use changes and a residential subdivision proposal.

• Preliminary plat approval for Seawest of Vero, a 30-lot single-family subdivision on 49th Street
• Request by Theta Capital Partners, LLC to rezone ±10.37 acres from Limited Commercial to General Commercial
• Request by Retreat at Citrus Ridge, LLC to rezone ±51.78 acres from Agricultural-1 to Multiple-Family Residential

Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board

The Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board will discuss the annual update to the county's service plan. The board is also tasked with reviewing a progress report and reimbursement invoice for a 2022/23 planning grant.

• Review of Progress Report and Reimbursement Invoice #3 for the 2022/23 Planning Grant
• Consideration of the FY 2023/24 Annual Update to the Indian River County Transportation Disadvantaged Service Plan (TDSP)

The Board approved the annual update to the Transportation Disadvantaged Service Plan for FY 2023/24. Members also approved a planning grant reimbursement invoice and the minutes from the February 23, 2023 meeting.

• Approved February 23, 2023 Regular Meeting Minutes as amended (11-0)
• Approved Progress Report and Reimbursement Invoice #3 for the 2022/23 Planning Grant (11-0)
• Approved FY 2023/24 Annual Update to the Indian River County Transportation Disadvantaged Service Plan (11-0)

Code Enforcement Board

The Indian River County Code Enforcement Board will conduct evidentiary and compliance hearings to determine if county code violations exist and set correction deadlines. The board may also review requests for lien releases and lien reductions.

• Compliance hearing for 916 19th Av SW regarding tree removal and land clearing violations
• Evidentiary hearing for 7535 Polo Sq regarding zoning district use and lack of building permit
• Compliance hearing for 14750 89th St Fellsmere regarding excavation/mining and stormwater violations
• Lien release request for 515 27th Av regarding junk vehicles, debris, and pool maintenance
• Lien reduction requests for properties at 3991 47th St and 4635 39th Av

The Board issued daily fines for junk and debris violations at two properties and denied a request for a partial lien release. One property owner was granted an extension to resolve zoning and permit violations regarding a structure used as a residence.

• Approved minutes of April 24, 2023 (6-0)
• Granted 30-day extension to June 23, 2023 and 90-day extension to August 25, 2023 for Case #2023050016 (6-0)
• Imposed $250 per day fine for Case #2023030053 starting May 20, 2023 (6-0)
• Imposed $100 per day fine for Case #2022120032 starting May 20, 2023 (6-0)
• Denied partial lien release request for Case #2021080049 (6-0)
• Approved 30-day extensions for Cases #2023030047, #2022110006, and #2022050057 (6-0)
• Approved 60-day extension for Case #2023030035 (6-0)

Tourist Development Council

The Council is reviewing budget requests for the 2023/2024 fiscal year. Members will discuss these requests, complete rating sheets, and decide the level of funding for various organizations.

• Proposed $717,750 for Indian River County Chamber of Commerce
• Proposed $212,530 for Sebastian River Area Chamber of Commerce
• Proposed $260,000 for Treasure Coast Sports Commission
• Proposed $65,000 for Cultural Council of Indian River County
• Proposed $15,000 for Coastal Connections, Inc.

The Tourist Development Council approved 100% of all funding requests for the 2023-2024 fiscal year. Additionally, the Council allocated a cash forward overage to the Indian River County Chamber of Commerce. One application from Main Street Vero Beach was deemed ineligible for failing to meet statutory tourism promotion criteria.

• Approved full funding for all 2023-2024 budget requests (7-1)
• Allocated $214,420 cash forward overage to Indian River County Chamber of Commerce (4-3)
• Approved the meeting agenda (6-0)
• Approved November 16, 2022 minutes (6-0)

Economic Development Council

The Economic Development Council and Local Technology Planning Team will meet to elect a chair and approve previous meeting minutes. The session includes a presentation on the Economic Opportunity and Employment Action Plan from the Florida Department of Health.

• Election of Chair
• Approval of April 11, 2023 Special Call Meeting minutes
• Presentation on the 2022-2026 Community Health Improvement Plan/CHIP

The Council appointed a new Chair and approved the minutes from the April 11, 2023 special meeting. The session included a presentation from the Florida Department of Health regarding the 2022-2026 Community Health Improvement Plan.

• Appointed John Dyer as Chair (unanimous)
• Approved April 11, 2023 Special Call Meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings regarding non-ad valorem assessments for street paving and sewer projects. The meeting includes various contract approvals for infrastructure, software, and professional services.

• Public hearing for street paving assessments in the Oslo Park area
• Public hearing for water portion assessments of North County Septic to Sewer Project
• FDOT agreement for Trans-Florida Railway Trail I-95 Phase 1 & 2
• Construction agreement for 66th Avenue from 69th Street to CR-510/85th Street
• Purchase of OpenGov asset management software

The Board of County Commissioners approved a Local Agency Program agreement with the FDOT for the Trans-Florida Railway Trail. The Board also approved several service contracts, including courthouse painting and sewer services, and authorized payments for April 2023.

• Approved Resolution 2023-019 for Trans-Florida Railway Trail Phase 1 & 2 (5-0)
• Approved bid for exterior painting at Indian River County Courthouse to Quick Painting Group
• Approved extensions for annual sewer services with Meeks Plumbing, Hinterland Group, Southeast Services of the Treasure Coats, and Envirowaste Services Group
• Approved hourly rates for continuing consulting engineering services
• Approved third amendment for lift station rehabilitation (Bid 2019047)
• Approved MOU for stormwater partnership with The Learning Alliance Moonshot Summer Academy
• Approved $3,600 amendment for Emergency Operations Center Expansion professional services
• Approved checks and electronic payments for April 7 through May 4, 2023

Children's Services Advisory Committee

The committee will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and provide an update regarding a Request for Proposals (RFP). The session also includes nominations and appointments.

• Approval of March 13, 2023 meeting minutes
• RFP update
• Nominations and appointments

The committee appointed members to the Grants and Needs Assessment subcommittees. The committee also received an update on funding applications, noting $3.9M requested against $2,567,776 in available funds.

• Approved March 13, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Appointed Wendy McDaniel to CSAC Grants Subcommittee (unanimous)
• Denied appointment of Susan Mehiel to CSAC Grants Subcommittee (6-7)
• Appointed Captain Angela Jones to CSAC Grants Subcommittee (unanimous)
• Appointed Dr. David Erickson to CSAC Grants Subcommittee (unanimous)
• Appointed Brian McMahon, Autumn Schneider, Karissa Bolden, Michael Kint, and Chiaka Nwosu to CSAC Needs Assessment Subcommittee (unanimous)

Beach & Shore Preservation Advisory Committee

The committee will meet to receive updates on beach restoration projects and the Sebastian Inlet District. Members will also discuss the status of County Beach Parks.

• Approval of April 17, 2023 minutes
• Coastal Division updates on Beach Restoration Projects
• Update from the Sebastian Inlet District
• Status of County Beach Parks

The committee unanimously approved the April 17, 2023, meeting minutes. Members received updates on beach restoration funding for various sectors and the status of county beach park repairs.

• Approved April 17, 2023 Minutes (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review several infrastructure change orders and resolutions, including sidewalk support and water treatment projects. The meeting also includes budget reports and public notices for upcoming hearings on paving districts and water project assessments.

• Resolution of support for 43rd Avenue sidewalk from 45th Street to 49th Street
• Change Directive No.1 for Central Gifford Wastewater Treatment Facility roof replacement
• Change Order #3 for South County Water Treatment Plant Membrane and Retrofit Project
• Public notice of May 16 hearing for Oslo Park Street Paving District Municipal Service Benefit Unit
• Public notice of May 16 hearing for North County Water and Sewer Project - Phase 2 assessment

The Board approved a resolution to seek FDOT funding for new and reconstructed sidewalks on 43rd Avenue. It also established a 3.25% interest rate for water assessments related to the North Sebastian Septic to Sewer and Water Project. Additionally, the Board authorized several infrastructure change orders and a property exchange for right-of-way acquisition on 39th Street.

• Approved Resolution 2023-015 for 43rd Avenue sidewalk project (5-0)
• Approved 3.25% interest rate for North Sebastian water assessments (5-0)
• Approved $47,302 change directive for Central Wastewater Treatment roof (5-0)
• Approved $387,037.72 change order for South County Water Treatment Plant (5-0)
• Approved property exchange for 39th St right-of-way acquisition (5-0)
• Approved Option 3 for Sector 7 Beach Restoration, including 30-day easement window (3-2)
• Approved $62,253.74 for leachate disposal equipment rental (5-0)
• Approved Sandridge Golf Course Group League Booking Policy (5-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider several administrative permit use requests and site plan approvals. These include proposals for a public preserve, a commercial dog kennel, and an automotive storage facility.

• Coastal Oaks Preserve: Major site plan and permit for a public park and preserve on US Highway 1
• Le Craver Commercial Kennel: Major site plan and permit for a 50-dog kennel on 1st Street SW
• Brattain Commercial Parking: Permit for automotive parking and storage at 27th Avenue SW and 6th Street SW
• Dilucente Non-Commercial Kennel: Permit to keep up to eight chickens at 455 38th Court

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a major site plan for a public park and preserve, a commercial dog kennel, and a permit for a non-commercial chicken kennel. The commission also approved the meeting minutes from March 9, 2023.

• Approved March 9, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved administrative permit for non-commercial kennel for up to 8 chickens at 455 38th Court (4-0)
• Approved major site plan and administrative permit for Coastal Oaks Preserve public park and preserve area (4-0)
• Approved major site plan and administrative permit for Le Craver commercial dog kennel (4-0)

Affordable Housing Advisory Committee

The committee will meet to elect a Chair and Vice-Chair and approve previous meeting minutes. Members will provide updates on local affordable housing actions from various cities, towns, and professional sectors.

• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
• Approval of October 26, 2022 and February 22, 2023 meeting minutes
• Local Affordable Housing Action updates from City of Vero Beach, City of Sebastian, City of Fellsmere, Town of Indian River Shores, and Town of Orchid

The committee elected new officers and approved minutes from previous meetings. Members provided updates on local affordable housing projects, including new developments in Fellsmere and a senior accessory dwelling unit in Gifford.

• Elected Susan Adams as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Julianne Price as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of October 26, 2022 and February 22, 2023 meetings (unanimous)

Code Enforcement Board

The Board is conducting evidentiary and compliance hearings to determine if county code violations exist and set deadlines for correction. The body may impose fines and costs that can become liens against real and personal property.

• Evidentiary hearing for 916 19th Av SW regarding tree removal and land clearing
• Compliance hearing for 9050 66th Av regarding wetland alteration and unlicensed subcontractors
• Compliance hearing for 3027 Golf View Dr regarding dock violations and lack of building permits
• Lien reduction request for MHC Heritage Plantation Clubhouse LLC at 1101 82nd Av
• Lien reduction request for Heidi Frances Speaker and Erik Attila at 13750 77th St

The Board issued significant fines for unpermitted land clearing and tree removal across three cases. It also granted compliance extensions for two properties and approved the March 27, 2023, meeting minutes.

• Approved March 27, 2023 minutes (6-0)
• Imposed $39,187.50 fine and 30-day compliance extension for Case #2023030047 (6-0)
• Imposed $219,500.00 fine for Case #2022040080 (6-0)
• Imposed $19,687.50 fine and 60-day compliance extension for Case #2023030098 (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda extensions for 18 cases and noted 3 cases in compliance (6-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding a rezoning request for a medical district. The meeting also includes a consent agenda with various service contracts and reports on hurricane insurance losses.

• Rezoning of ±4.46 acres from Heavy Commercial and General Commercial to Medical District for Treasure Coast Community Health, Inc.
• Acquisition of Right-Of-Way for Aviation Boulevard and US-1 Improvements from Myron and Davene Madsen
• Award of Bid 2023032 for Earman Island Phase IV Re-Vegetation
• Approval of Text to 911 Contract with INdigital
• Authorization to purchase a motor grader

The Board of County Commissioners approved several contracts and financial reports, including a bid for island restoration. They also issued proclamations for Earth Day, National Library Week, and other community observances. Several bids for hauling services and walking trail construction were rejected.

• Awarded $258,353.18 bid for Earman Island Phase IV Re-Vegetation to Sandhill Environmental (5-0)
• Approved 2022 Annual Financial Report (5-0)
• Rejected bid 2023006 for Annual Dump Truck Hauling Services (5-0)
• Rejected bid 2023012 for Jackie Robinson Training Center Walking Trail (5-0)
• Approved service agreement addendum with WEX Health, Inc. for employee benefit administration (5-0)
• Approved MOU for Sheriff’s Department use of County owned bucket trucks (5-0)
• Approved Work Order Number 9 for Victor Hart Sr. Complex Restroom/Concession Building (5-0)
• Approved final ranking of consultants for Continuing Consulting Engineering Services (5-0)

Beach & Shore Preservation Advisory Committee

The committee is meeting to approve minutes from March 20, 2023. Members will receive updates on beach restoration projects, the Sebastian Inlet District, and the status of county beach parks.

• Approval of March 20, 2023 minutes
• Coastal Division updates on Beach Restoration Projects
• Sebastian Inlet District update
• Status update on County Beach Parks

The committee recommended that the Board of County Commissioners pursue a dune-only project and a feasibility study for an engineered beach in Sector 4. Members also discussed funding and easement challenges for the Sector 7 Beach Restoration Project.

• Recommended BCC direct staff to pursue a Dune-only project for engineering purposes (Unanimous)
• Recommended BCC direct staff to pursue a feasibility study for an engineered beach for Sector 4 (Unanimous)
• Approved Minutes of April 17, 2023 (Unanimous)

Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO)

The Metropolitan Planning Organization is meeting to decide on the scope of services for the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan Update and a Transportation Improvement Program amendment. The body will also consider the selection of a Community Transportation Coordinator and updates to the Title VI Program.

• Scope of Services for the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan Update
• Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) Amendment
• Selection of Community Transportation Coordinator (CTC)
• 2023 Title VI Program Update
• Performance Measures for Pavement and Bridge Condition

The Metropolitan Planning Organization approved the scope for updating the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan and selected the Senior Resource Association as the Community Transportation Coordinator. The board also approved performance measures for pavement and bridge conditions and a Title VI Program update.

• Approved Scope of Services for the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan Update (12-0)
• Approved Senior Resource Association as Community Transportation Coordinator for five years (12-0)
• Approved Performance Measures for Pavement and Bridge Condition and System Performance (12-0)
• Approved 2023 Title VI Program Update (12-0)
• Approved TIP Amendment providing $72,795 to Senior Resource Association for door-to-door service (12-0)
• Approved December 14, 2022 meeting minutes (12-0)
• Approved February 8, 2023 meeting minutes (12-0)

Economic Development Council

The Economic Development Council is holding a special call meeting to elect a Chair and Vice-Chair. The council will also receive a presentation regarding a Local Technology Planning Team grant application from Comcast.

• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
• Presentation on Comcast grant application by Dan Russell

The Economic Development Council elected new officers and approved minutes from three previous meetings. As the Local Technology Planning Team, the body unanimously endorsed a Comcast grant application to expand broadband coverage to unserved and underserved areas in Indian River County.

• Appointed Danny Markford as Chair (Unanimous)
• Appointed Lee Hunter as Vice-Chair (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from November 15, 2022, January 17, 2023, and March 21, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Endorsed Comcast Grant Application for broadband coverage in unserved and underserved areas (Unanimous)

Local Mitigation Strategy Work Group

The Local Mitigation Strategy Working Group is reviewing existing projects for the Project Prioritization List. The group is discussing grant applications for Hurricane Ian and Hurricane Nicole mitigation.

• Review of projects to stay or be deleted from the Project Prioritization List
• Hurricane Ian HMGP NOFA with $1,828,373.13 allotted and a 25% cost share of $609,457.71
• Discussion of upcoming Hurricane Nicole HMGP NOFA expected week of April 17, 2023
• Vote to include new project presentations on the Project Prioritization List

The Working Group approved adding a generator project for Oslo Middle School to the Project Prioritization List. Members reviewed the current project list for viability and received updates on several ongoing mitigation efforts.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved April 11, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved adding Oslo Middle School generator to PPL, estimated at $65,000 (unanimous)

Economic Development Council

The Economic Development Council is holding a special call meeting to elect a Chair and Vice-Chair. The body will also receive a presentation regarding a Comcast grant application from the Local Technology Planning Team.

• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
• Local Technology Planning Team presentation on Comcast grant application

Environmental Control Hearing Board

The Environmental Control Hearing Board will meet to conduct hearings on five specific cases. The board will also consider the draft minutes from the February 2, 2023 meeting.

• Hearing for Fellsmere Joint Venture (Case 595-22)
• Hearing for Magdeline Colburn/MRK Enterprises Trust (Case 596-22)
• Hearing for Richard Smith (Case 597-23)
• Hearing for J. Pizzo (Case 598-23)
• Case 593-22 (Source) tabled to August 3, 2023

MPO Citizen Advisory Committee

The MPO Citizens Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss transportation planning and infrastructure. The body will consider a scope of services for updating the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan and review a study on the CR 510 widening project.

• Scope of Services for the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan Update
• CR 510 Project Design & Environmental (PD&E) Study
• Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) Amendment
• 2023 Title VI Program Update
• Performance Measures for Pavement and Bridge Condition and System Performance

The committee approved the scope of services for the Bike/Ped Plan update and adopted FDOT performance measures for pavement and bridge conditions. Members also recommended approval for the 2023 Title VI Program Update and a TIP amendment for senior transportation.

• Approved February 7, 2023 meeting minutes (13-0)
• Approved Bike/Ped Plan Scope of Services (13-0)
• Approved Performance Measures for Pavement and Bridge Condition and System Performance (13-0)
• Recommended approval of 2023 Title VI Program Update (13-0)
• Recommended approval of TIP Amendment providing $72,795 to Senior Resource Association (13-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review the disposition of opioid settlement proceeds and a revised lagoon management plan. The body is also considering a local jobs grant for Marotech USA and various land and utility agreements.

• Opioid settlement proceeds memorandum of understanding
• Marotech USA request for a Local Jobs Grant
• Donation of County property to FDOT for County Road 510 Improvement Project
• Solid Waste Assessment and Tipping Fee Rate Study
• Interlocal Agreement with Town of Orchid for beach access dune restoration

The Board approved a $35,000 local jobs grant for Marotech USA, Inc. and authorized the development phase of the Indian River County Lagoon Management Plan. Additionally, the Board appointed a liaison to develop a spending plan for opioid settlement funds.

• Approved $35,000 local jobs grant for Marotech USA, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved moving forward with the Plan Development Phase of the Lagoon Management Plan (5-0)
• Approved $83,433 work order to Atkins for North County Inline Pump Station Evaluation (5-0)
• Appointed Commissioner Loar as liaison to develop an opioid settlement spending plan (5-0)
• Approved donation of Parcel 100 to FDOT for County Road 510 improvements (5-0)
• Approved Option 5 for Solid Waste Assessment and Tipping Fee Rate Study (5-0)
• Approved engineering consulting agreement for IRC Landfill and Work Order No. 1 to Geosyntec (5-0)
• Approved $17,502.67 reimbursement to The Moorings Club, Inc. for Hawks Nest Developer's Agreement (5-0)

MPO Technical Advisory Committee

The committee will consider the scope of services for a Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan update and a Transportation Improvement Program amendment. Members will also discuss pavement and bridge performance measures and the 2023 Title VI Program update.

• Scope of Services for the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan Update
• Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) Amendment
• FDOT presentation on the CR 510 Project Development & Environmental (PD&E) Study
• Performance Measures for Pavement and Bridge Condition and System Performance
• 2023 Title VI Program Update

The Technical Advisory Committee recommended approval for several planning updates, including the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan and the 2023 Title VI Program. The committee also recommended a TIP amendment to provide funding for elderly and disabled transportation services.

• Approved January 27, 2023 meeting minutes (11-0)
• Recommended approval of Scope of Services for Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan Update (11-0)
• Recommended approval of Performance Measures for Pavement and Bridge Condition and System Performance (11-0)
• Recommended approval of 2023 Title VI Program Update (11-0)
• Recommended approval of TIP Amendment providing $72,795 to Senior Resource Association (11-0)

MPO Bicycle Advisory Committee

The Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Committee is reviewing a proposed scope of services to update the county's Master Plan, a process expected to take 12 months. The body will also receive a presentation from FDOT regarding the CR 510 Project Development and Environmental Study.

• Consideration of the Scope of Services for the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan Update
• FDOT presentation on the CR 510 Project Development and Environmental (PD&E) Study
• Consideration of Performance Measures for Bridge and Pavement Condition and System Performance

The committee approved the scope of services to update the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan and adopted FDOT-required performance measures for bridge and pavement conditions. The committee also received an informational presentation on the CR 510 Project Development and Environmental Study.

• Approved January 24, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved Scope of Services for the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan Update (6-0)
• Approved Performance Measures for Bridge and Pavement Condition and System Performance (6-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will conduct a legislative public hearing regarding residency restrictions for registered sex offenders. The body is also considering various infrastructure contracts, developer agreements, and roadway jurisdictional transfers.

• Public hearing on Residency Restrictions for Registered Sex Offenders
• Award of RFP 2023029 for Sandridge Golf Cart Fleet Replacement
• Right-of-Way Consent Agreement for the Trans-Florida Railroad Trail
• FDEP Cost-Share Funding Agreement for West Wabasso Phase 3 Septic to Sewer
• Construction and CEI services for CR-603/Indian River Boulevard from Merrill Barber Bridge to 53rd Street

The Board authorized the transfer of CR 510, CR 512, and Oslo Road to the Florida Department of Transportation. It also adopted Ordinance 2023-005 to update residency restrictions for registered sex offenders. Additionally, the Board approved several infrastructure contracts and a $485,000 offer of judgment for a right-of-way parcel.

• Approved Ordinance 2023-005 updating residency restrictions for registered sex offenders (5-0)
• Authorized jurisdictional transfer of CR 510, CR 512, and Oslo Road to FDOT (5-0)
• Approved $2,998,953.39 CEI services contract with Consor Engineers, LLC for 66th Avenue (5-0)
• Approved $485,000 Offer of Judgment for right-of-way parcel at 6600 65th Street (5-0)
• Approved application for FTA Low or No Emission Program grant for electric buses (5-0)
• Approved $5,000 total funding for Fourth of July fireworks in Sebastian and Vero Beach (5-0)
• Approved $74,400.50 work order for beach profile monitoring with Morgan & Eklund, Inc. (5-0)
• Directed Public Works to stabilize and maintain the south end of 82nd Avenue (5-0)

Code Enforcement Board

The Indian River County Code Enforcement Board will conduct administrative, evidentiary, and compliance hearings. The board will determine if county code violations exist and set deadlines for correction and associated fines.

• Unlicensed contracting hearings for 1681 3rd Ct, Vero Beach
• Land clearing and tree removal hearing for 8799 20th St, Vero Beach
• Junk vehicle and debris hearings for 5790 33rd St and 2580 87th Av, Vero Beach
• Right-of-way alteration and illegal structure hearing for 6675 12th St, Vero Beach
• Lien reduction request for CF K LASSETS 2019-2 LLC regarding 8415 102nd Av, Vero Beach

The Board granted multiple time extensions for property owners to resolve zoning and maintenance violations. It imposed daily fines on several non-compliant properties and approved two significant lien reductions for properties that reached compliance.

• Approved $300 fine for parking violations at 2400 23rd Street SE (7-0)
• Approved $100/day fine for property at 7391 132nd Street starting March 7, 2023 (7-0)
• Approved $100/day fine for property at 470 12th Place SE starting March 25, 2023 (6-1)
• Approved $100/day fine for property at 3243 43rd Street starting March 25, 2023 (7-0)
• Reduced lien to $7,650 for property at 8415 102nd Avenue (7-0)
• Reduced lien to $1,700 for property at 4365 27th Avenue (7-0)
• Granted 90-day extension until June 23, 2023, for property at 7395 6th Street (7-0)
• Issued Continuing Order for property at 899 Old Dixie Highway Southwest (7-0)

Economic Development Council

The Economic Development Council is meeting to elect a Chair and Vice-Chair. The body will also review a confidential jobs grant application for Project M and a presentation on cybersecurity.

• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
• Jobs Grant Application for Project M
• Cybersecurity presentation by Dan Russell
• Discussion regarding the Legislative Session

The council did not meet minimum quorum requirements, and the meeting continued for informational purposes only. No formal votes were taken, and previous meeting minutes were tabled.

• Tabled approval of November 15, 2022 minutes (lack of quorum)
• Tabled approval of January 17, 2023 minutes (lack of quorum)
• Consensus reached to submit Project M Jobs Grant Application for up to $35,200 to the Board of County Commissioners

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a special call meeting. The primary item for discussion is the County Administrator's contract.

• County Administrator's Contract

The Board of County Commissioners approved the employment contract for new County Administrator John Titkanich. The agreement establishes a three-year term with a specified annual salary and benefits package.

• Approved County Administrator employment agreement for John Titkanich (5-0)

Beach & Shore Preservation Advisory Committee

The committee will meet to approve minutes from February 27, 2023. The session includes updates on beach restoration projects, the Sebastian Inlet District, and county beach parks.

• Approval of February 27, 2023 minutes
• Coastal Division updates on Beach Restoration Projects
• Update from the Sebastian Inlet District
• Status of County Beach Parks

The committee approved the minutes from the February 27, 2023, meeting. Staff provided updates on beach restoration projects in Sectors 3, 4, 5, and 7, including discussions on sand sourcing and sargassum monitoring. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from February 27, 2023 (8-0)

Public School Planning Staff Working Group

The Public School Planning Staff Working Group is meeting to review the 2022-2023 school concurrency assessment report. The group will also discuss a proposed 5-year capital project schedule for facilities.

• Review of 2022-2023 school concurrency assessment report
• Discussion on proposed facility 5-year capital project schedule
• Approval of February 3, 2023 meeting minutes

The working group approved the minutes from March 17, 2023. Members discussed school enrollment trends, the 2022-2023 School Concurrency Assessment Report, and development updates for Fellsmere, Sebastian, and Vero Beach.

• Approved March 17, 2023 minutes (5-0)

Children's Services Advisory Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss the FY21/22 Annual Report and strategic planning. Members will consider the approval of an RFP and evaluation form options for the Grants Subcommittee. The Needs Assessment Subcommittee will discuss member recruitment and a new appointment.

• Approval of RFP and evaluation form options for the Grants Subcommittee
• Request to appoint Carrie Lester to the Needs Assessment Subcommittee
• Review of FY21/22 Annual Report
• Discussion of Guidebook update and Strategic Plan

The Children’s Services Advisory Committee approved the recommendations from the Grants Subcommittee regarding the RFP, application, and evaluation forms. The committee also appointed a new member to the Needs Assessment Subcommittee. Members discussed board development and the need for more frequent meetings.

• Approved January 09, 2023 meeting minutes with edits (unanimous)
• Approved Grants Subcommittee recommendations for RFP, Application, and Evaluation Form Options (unanimous)
• Appointed Carrie Lester to the Needs Assessment Subcommittee (unanimous)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission is meeting to consider a major site plan for a multi-family apartment complex. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding a request to rezone land for a medical district.

• Major site plan approval for Arbours at Vero Beach, an 84-unit multi-family apartment complex at the southeast corner of US Highway 1 and 63rd Street
• Public hearing for Treasure Coast Community Health, Inc. to rezone ± 4.46 acres from Heavy Commercial (CH) and General Commercial (CG) to Medical District (MED)

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a major site plan for a multi-family apartment complex and recommended a rezoning request for a medical facility expansion. The commission also approved the previous month's meeting minutes.

• Approved February 9, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved major site plan for Arbours at Vero Beach 84-unit apartment complex (5-0)
• Approved recommendation to rezone ± 4.46 acres for Treasure Coast Community Health, Inc. from CH and CG to MED (5-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider a final plan for the Grande Hammock PD and various infrastructure improvements. The meeting includes discussions on dredging management, beach boundaries, and the selection process for a County Administrator.

• Final PD Plan/Plat Approval for Grande Hammock PD
• Work Order No. 5 for 11th Drive & 37th Street Roadway and Intersection Improvements
• Twentieth Amendment to Republic Services contract
• Public notice of March 28 hearing regarding residency requirements for registered sex offenders
• Authorization to proceed with foreclosure on Code enforcement case 2022030038 (Denyes)

The Board appointed John Titkanich as County Administrator and voted to pause funding increases for Children's Services agencies. Other actions included approving a subdivision plat for Grande Hammock PD and authorizing a foreclosure on a code enforcement case.

• Appointed John Titkanich as County Administrator (5-0)
• Paused funding increase for Children's Services agencies, maintaining 1/8th mil level (3-2)
• Approved final PD plan/plat for Grande Hammock PD (5-0)
• Directed staff to continue code enforcement process and stop sale of County property at Vero Lake Estates (4-1)
• Authorized foreclosure on code enforcement case 2022030038 (Denyes) (5-0)
• Directed staff to research development of Dredge Material Management Areas (5-0)
• Denied motion to evaluate moving Beach Sector 7 northern boundary from R-97 to R-99 (2-3)
• Approved $3,750 final invoice for Kimley-Horn Work Order No. 43 (5-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a special call meeting. The primary purpose is to conduct a finalist interview for the County Administrator position.

• County Administrator finalist interview

The Board of County Commissioners interviewed five finalists for the County Administrator position. After several rounds of voting, the Board decided to narrow the field to two finalists for a final selection at a future meeting.

• Approved the meeting agenda (5-0)
• Selected Don Rosenthal and John Titkanich as the top two finalists for County Administrator (5-0)

Beach & Shore Preservation Advisory Committee

The committee will meet to receive updates on beach restoration projects and the Sebastian Inlet District. The only item requiring formal action is the approval of the January 23, 2023, meeting minutes.

• Approval of January 23, 2023 minutes
• Coastal Division updates on Beach Restoration Projects
• Update from the Sebastian Inlet District
• Status of County Beach Parks

The committee recommended that the Board of County Commissioners research the development of Dredge Material Management Areas and evaluate moving the northern boundary of Sector 7. Staff provided updates on beach restoration funding, emergency dune repairs, and sea turtle nesting preparations.

• Approved January 23, 2023 minutes (9-0)
• Recommended BCC direct staff to research Dredge Material Management Areas (DMMAs) (9-0)
• Recommended BCC direct staff to evaluate moving Sector 7 northern boundary from R-97 to R-99 (9-0)

Code Enforcement Board

The Indian River County Code Enforcement Board is meeting to conduct evidentiary, compliance, and administrative hearings. The board will determine if code violations exist and set deadlines for correction or assess fines.

• Compliance hearing for John J Ford at 8799 20th St regarding land clearing and tree removal
• Evidentiary hearings for multiple properties regarding missing building permits (FBC 105)
• Hearings for junk, trash, and debris violations at various Vero Beach addresses
• Hearing for livestock in a residential area at 4435 26th Av
• Lien reduction requests for properties in Fellsmere and Vero Beach

The Board approved a request to initiate foreclosure action against a property owner with approximately $19,000 in accrued fines. Several other property owners received compliance extensions or had their liens reduced after bringing properties into compliance.

• Approved foreclosure action for Case #2022030038 (5-1)
• Reduced lien to $8,250 for Case #2021060045 (6-0)
• Reduced lien to $5,200 for Case #2022020001 (6-0)
• Imposed $17,610 fine for Case #2018020108 (6-0)
• Reduced lien to $2,000 for Case #2017110036 (6-0)
• Reduced lien to $1,700 for Case #2022080005 (4-2)
• Reduced lien to $2,000 for Case #2022050094 (6-0)
• Imposed $100 daily fines for Cases #2022100044, #2022110051, #2022100072, and #2022090067 (6-0)

Public Safety Council for Criminal Justice, Mental Health & Substance Abuse

The Public Safety Council for Criminal Justice, Mental Health, & Substance Abuse will meet to elect a Chairman and Vice Chairman. The body will discuss the use of Opioid Settlement Agreement Funds and an expansion to the SE Florida Behavioral Health Network Grant.

• Election of Chairman
• Election of Vice Chairman
• Expansion to the SE Florida Behavioral Health Network Grant
• Use of Opioid Settlement Agreement Funds
• Approval of November 18, 2022 minutes

The council was unable to vote on the November 2022 minutes or the 2023 election of officers because a quorum was not present. Members discussed potential uses for $139,604 in opioid settlement funds and funding gaps for the Mental Health Court.

• Approval of November 18, 2022 minutes deferred (lack of quorum)
• Election of 2023 Chairman deferred (lack of quorum)
• Election of 2023 Vice Chairman deferred (lack of quorum)

Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board

The Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board is meeting to address administrative leadership and transit planning. The board will vote on a Vice Chair and the selection of a Community Transportation Coordinator.

• Election of Vice Chair
• Selection of the Community Transportation Coordinator (CTC)
• Review of Progress Report and Reimbursement Invoice #2 for the 2022/23 Planning Grant
• Presentation of the 2023 Transit Development Plan (TDP) Major Update
• Review of the 2023 Title VI Program Update

The Board recommended the Senior Resource Association for another five-year term as the Community Transportation Coordinator. Members also approved a quarterly progress report and reimbursement invoice for a planning grant. The meeting included updates on Go Line ridership and a new 10-year Transit Development Plan.

• Re-elected William Lundy Parden as Vice Chairman (12-0)
• Approved November 11, 2022 meeting minutes (11-0)
• Approved Progress Report and Reimbursement Invoice #2 for 2022/23 Planning Grant (12-0)
• Recommended Senior Resource Association as Community Transportation Coordinator to the MPO (12-0)

Affordable Housing Advisory Committee

The committee will meet to elect officers and approve previous meeting minutes. Members will discuss the Annual Incentives Report and receive updates on local affordable housing actions and Gifford Gardens.

• Vote on Annual Incentives Report
• Update on Gifford Gardens
• Update on Citrus Park Village Mobile Home Park
• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair

The committee did not meet quorum, resulting in the tabling of the election of officers and the approval of previous minutes. Members discussed a United Way task force and regional housing initiatives, but no official actions were taken.

• Tabled election of officers due to lack of quorum
• Tabled approval of October 26, 2022 meeting minutes due to lack of quorum

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss a proposed ordinance regarding residency restrictions for registered sex offenders. The meeting also includes a wide range of consent items covering infrastructure repairs, grant agreements, and public works contracts.

• Proposed ordinance for residency restrictions for registered sex offenders
• Award of Bid No. 2023018 for 61st Court Full Depth Reclamation from 47th to 49th Street
• Agreement with Everside Health LLC for an employee clinic
• FDEP Grant Agreement 22IR1 for Wabasso Beach Restoration Project - Sector 3
• Notice of voluntary annexation of 2044.3 acres by the City of Sebastian

The Board approved an agreement with Everside Health LLC to establish an employee clinic and selected five finalists for the County Administrator position. Other actions included approving several beach restoration grants and infrastructure work orders.

• Approved agreement with Everside Health LLC for employee clinic (4-1)
• Selected 5 finalists for County Administrator: Dale Dougherty, Phil Matson, Don Rosenthal, John Titkanich, and Jeff Wilkins (5-0)
• Approved FDEP Grant Agreement 22IR1 for Wabasso Beach Restoration up to $7,322,869.00 (5-0)
• Authorized $209,400.00 for annual physical exams with Life Scan Wellness Centers (5-0)
• Approved use of Commission Chambers by Vero Beach Film Festival June 9-11 (4-1)
• Authorized $155,747.50 contract to Timothy Rose Contracting, Inc. for 61st Court reconstruction (5-0)
• Approved $419,341.60 for Sector 3 Beach and Dune Restoration monitoring (5-0)
• Authorized advertising for public hearing on sex offender residency restrictions (5-0)

Tourist Development Council

The Tourist Development Council will meet to receive an update on tourist tax revenue and review the process for grant applications and ranking. The council will also hold an election for Vice Chairman.

• Tourist Tax Revenue Update
• Grant Application and Ranking Process Review
• Vice Chairman Election
• Approval of November 16, 2022 minutes

The Council appointed a new Vice Chairperson and reviewed tourist tax revenue, which exceeded budget projections by 59.1% for the year. Members discussed the grant application process and the policy prohibiting municipalities from applying for tourism funds.

• Appointed Jennifer Bates as Vice Chairperson (9-0)
• Approved the meeting agenda (9-0)
• Approved the November 16, 2022 meeting minutes (9-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission is meeting to consider two major site plan requests. These include a proposed solar energy facility and a two-story self-storage complex.

• FPL Orchard Solar Energy Facility: major site plan approval for a solar facility at the SE corner of 122nd Avenue and 21st Street SW
• Value Store It: major site plan and administrative permit for a 2-story self-storage facility with RV and boat storage on the south side of State Road (SR) 60, east of 90th Avenue

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a major site plan for a Florida Power & Light solar facility and a major site plan for a Value Store It self-storage facility. Both requests were approved unanimously with associated staff report conditions.

• Approved major site plan for FPL Orchard Solar Energy Facility (5-0)
• Approved major site plan and administrative permit use for Value Store It self-storage facility (5-0)
• Approved January 12, 2023 minutes (5-0)
• Approved January 26, 2023 minutes (5-0)

Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO)

The Metropolitan Planning Organization is meeting to decide on the 2023 List of Priority Projects and amendments to the Transportation Improvement Program. The body will also vote on safety targets and the election of officers.

• Adoption of MPO Performance Measure Safety Targets
• Consideration of the Draft 2023 List of Priority Projects
• Consideration of Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) Amendments
• Presentation of the 2023 Transit Development Plan (TDP) Major Update
• Update on Bicycle Safety Education Program in Public Schools

The Metropolitan Planning Organization approved the 2023 List of Priority Projects and the Performance Measure Safety Targets. The board also approved administrative amendments to the Transportation Improvement Program and re-elected its officers.

• Re-elected Ed Dodd as Chairman (4-3)
• Elected Rey Neville as Vice Chairman (5-4)
• Tabled December 14, 2022 minutes for staff to review meeting tape (10-0)
• Approved MPO Performance Measure Safety Targets 'Target Zero' (10-0)
• Approved Draft 2023 List of Priority Projects (10-0)
• Approved TIP Amendments for rumble strips and an EV charging station at I-95 Exit 156 (10-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings regarding a residency requirement ordinance for the County Administrator and the annual code codification. The body will also discuss the interview schedule for a new County Administrator and the 2023/2024 budget workshop schedule.

• Public hearing for County Administrator Residency Requirement Ordinance
• Final plat approval for High Pointe PD Phase 1
• FDOT Locally Funded Agreement for CR50 (CR512 - 87th Street)
• Authorization for foreclosures on code enforcement cases for Collins and Paige
• Renewal of certificates for All County Ambulance and American Ambulance Service

The Board adopted an ordinance requiring the County Administrator to live within the county during their term. Other actions included approving a $337,857 FDOT agreement for road improvements and authorizing foreclosures on two code enforcement cases.

• Adopted Ordinance 2023-004 requiring County Administrator residency (5-0)
• Approved $337,857 FDOT agreement for CR510/CR512 sidewalk and painting (5-0)
• Authorized foreclosures for code enforcement cases 2014050077 and 2021090105 (5-0)
• Approved $111,000 reimbursement to Hanlex Vero Beach LLC (5-0)
• Approved final plat for High Pointe PD Phase 1 (5-0)
• Approved $75,922.17 payment to XGD Systems, Inc. for Jones’ Pier improvements (5-0)
• Approved 2023/2024 budget workshop and hearing schedule (5-0)
• Approved interview process for new County Administrator (5-0)

MPO Citizen Advisory Committee

The MPO Citizens Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss the 2023 List of Priority Projects and Transportation Improvement Program amendments. The body will also consider adopting state safety performance targets and receive a presentation on the 2023 Transit Development Plan update.

• Adoption of MPO Performance Measure Safety Targets
• Consideration of the Draft 2023 List of Priority Projects
• Consideration of Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) Amendments
• 2023 Transit Development Plan (TDP) Major Update Presentation
• Election of Officers

The Citizens Advisory Committee recommended approval of the MPO Performance Measure Safety Targets and the Draft 2023 List of Priority Projects. The committee also recommended approval of amendments to the Transportation Improvement Program, including I-95 electric vehicle charging plans.

• Re-elected Juliana Young as Chairman (9-0)
• Re-elected Chuck Mechling as Vice Chairman (9-0)
• Approved December 6, 2022 meeting minutes (10-0)
• Recommended approval of MPO Performance Measure Safety Targets and adoption of Target Zero (11-0)
• Approved Draft 2023 List of Priority Projects (11-0)
• Recommended approval of Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) Amendments (11-0)

Public School Planning Staff Working Group

The Public School Planning Staff Working Group is meeting to review the 2021-2022 school concurrency assessment report. Members will discuss maintaining adopted school levels of service and review impact fees and growth trends.

• Review of 2021-2022 school concurrency assessment report
• Discussion on school attendance zone boundaries
• Update on impact fees
• Review of capacity-producing and non-capacity-producing projects

The Public School Planning Staff Working Group approved the minutes from March 18, 2022. Members discussed school enrollment trends, upcoming large-scale housing projects, and current school capacity projects.

• Approved March 18, 2022 minutes (5-0)

Environmental Control Hearing Board

The Environmental Control Hearing Board will meet to conduct hearings on five specific cases. The board will also consider the draft minutes from the December 1, 2022 meeting.

• Hearing for Steve Maleh (Case 592-22)
• Hearing for Source (Case 593-22)
• Hearing for Mead’s Cove (Case 594-22)
• Hearing for Fellsmere Joint Venture (Case 595-22)
• Hearing for Heidi Speaker (Case 596-22)

The Board upheld a $750 fine for a sewer connection violation and ordered a property owner to stop production water discharge to prevent mosquito breeding. A six-month extension was granted for a septic system connection provided the property remains vacant.

• Approved December 2, 2022 minutes (3-0)
• Upheld $750.00 fine for Case #592-22 (4-0)
• Granted 6-month extension for Case #593-22 with requirement to keep premises vacant (4-0)
• Imposed penalty of up to $500.00 per day if Case #593-22 premises are reoccupied without sewer connection (4-0)
• Denied NS FOA, LLC’s Motion to Intervene in Case #595-22 (4-0)
• Ordered Case #595-22 to comply with August 18, 2022 Notice of Violation and cease production water discharge (4-0)
• Imposed $1,050.00 fine against Case #595-22 for non-compliance and staff time (4-0)
• Ordered Case #595-22 to keep site mowed and remove all trash, debris, and used equipment (4-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will conduct a public hearing regarding Miscellaneous Budget Amendment 02. The meeting includes various contract approvals, infrastructure updates, and public discussion on rail and wildlife safety.

• Public hearing for Miscellaneous Budget Amendment 02
• Agreement with Meeks Plumbing for North County and West Wabasso septic to sewer connections
• Change Order No. 3 for 66th Avenue Roadway Widening (49th Street to 69th Street)
• Nineteenth Amendment to Republic Services agreement
• Public discussion on Brightline updates, fentanyl awareness, and gopher tortoise protection

The Board approved a resolution to issue up to $50 million in General Obligation Bonds for acquiring and preserving environmentally sensitive lands. Other key actions included approving a new Adopt-A-Park program and a $814,277.14 change order for roadway widening.

• Approved Resolution 2023-004 for General Obligation Bonds up to $50M (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-006 establishing an Adopt-A-Park program (5-0)
• Approved $814,277.14 change order for 66th Avenue Roadway Widening (5-0)
• Approved $398,167.50 workers compensation settlement for Justin House (5-0)
• Approved favorable recommendation for reappointment of Dr. Patricia A. Aronica as District 19 Medical Examiner (5-0)
• Directed staff to send a letter to City of Sebastian regarding Graves Brothers Annexation concerns (5-0)
• Appointed Michael W. Sole and Shelby L. Graziani to Beach and Shore Preservation Advisory Committee (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-005 amending the FY 2022-2023 Budget (5-0)

MPO Technical Advisory Committee

The committee is meeting to decide on the adoption of MPO Performance Measure Safety Targets and the 2023 Lists of Priority Projects. Members will also consider amendments to the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) and elect officers.

• Adoption of MPO Performance Measure Safety Targets
• Consideration of Draft 2023 Lists of Priority Projects
• Consideration of Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) Amendments
• Update on US 1 at Aviation Blvd. Project Development and Environmental (PD&E) Study
• 2023 Transit Development Plan (TDP) Major Update Presentation

The committee recommended adopting 'Target Zero' safety targets and approved the Draft 2023 Lists of Priority Projects. Members also requested that FDOT consultants explore additional grade separation alternatives for the US 1 at Aviation Blvd. project.

• Re-elected Jason Jeffries as Chairman (10-0)
• Re-elected Phil Matson as Vice Chairman (10-0)
• Approved December 2, 2022 meeting minutes (11-0)
• Recommended approval of MPO Performance Measure Safety Targets and 'Target Zero' (14-0)
• Recommended FDOT consultants study grade separation alternatives for US 1 at Aviation Blvd. to eliminate the east side elevated embankment (13-0)
• Recommended approval of Draft 2023 Lists of Priority Projects, prioritizing the Rail Trail first on the TAP list (13-0)
• Recommended approval of Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) Amendments, including District 4 safety improvements and I-95 EV charging (12-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission is meeting to review a request for major site plan approval. The primary item is a proposal for a multi-family apartment complex.

• Vero West Apartments: request for major site plan approval for a 278-unit multi-family apartment complex south of 26th Street, west of 65th Avenue, and north of the Indian River Mall

The Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously approved a major site plan for the Vero West Apartments, a 278-unit multi-family complex. The project is located south of 26th Street, west of 65th Avenue, and north of the Indian River Mall. Approval was granted with conditions listed in the staff report.

• Approved major site plan for 278-unit Vero West Apartments (5-0)
• Continued approval of January 12, 2023 meeting minutes to the next meeting

MPO Bicycle Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss updating the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan and receive an update on the public school bicycle safety education program. Members are also tasked with electing officers and approving the minutes from a June 2022 joint meeting.

• Election of officers
• Proposed change of next meeting date from April 25 to March 28, 2023
• Update on the 'Bike Rodeo' safety education program in public schools
• Discussion of the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan update
• Approval of June 7, 2022, joint BAC-CAC meeting minutes

The committee re-elected its leadership and approved the June 7, 2022 meeting minutes. Members also voted to move the April 25 meeting to March 28 to allow for the review of the Bicycle Pedestrian Master Plan update scope of services.

• Re-elected Chris McCarthy as Chairman (4-0)
• Elected Frank Blaisdell as Vice Chairman (4-0)
• Approved June 7, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved moving the April 25 meeting to March 28 (4-0)

Code Enforcement Board

The Board will conduct administrative, evidentiary, and compliance hearings to determine if county code violations exist and set deadlines for correction. The body may impose fines and costs that can become liens against real and personal property.

• Administrative hearings for TGNL Enterprises Inc regarding stop work orders and missing building permits at 9012 102nd Av
• Evidentiary hearing for MBC Property Acquisitions Inc regarding land clearing and wetland violations at 9050 66th Av
• Compliance hearings for various properties including 3027 Golf View Dr and 11191 US Highway 1
• Evidentiary hearings for properties at 1230 14th Av, 5915 20th St, and 1021 10th Pl regarding weeds, junk, and zoning
• Hearings for 8846 102nd Av regarding illegal business on residential property and missing building permits

The Board voted to initiate foreclosure actions for two properties with long-term violations. It upheld $3,000 in citations for TGNL Enterprises, Inc. and $18,500 in fines for MBC Property Acquisitions, Inc. Various other property owners were granted extensions to remedy violations or faced daily fines.

• Elected David Myers as Chairperson and Terence Schlitt as Vice Chairperson (5-0)
• Upheld three citations totaling $3,000 for TGNL Enterprises, Inc. (5-0)
• Upheld $18,500 in fines for MBC Property Acquisitions, Inc. and granted a 30-90 day extension (5-0)
• Initiated foreclosure action for Estate of James R. & Jeanne Paige (5-0)
• Initiated foreclosure action for Patrick E. & Margarete Collins (5-0)
• Imposed $250 daily fines for Angela Piscitelli and Bank of America, N.A. (5-0)
• Reduced Asilomar II, LLC fine to $4,330, representing 10% of total (4-1)
• Authorized Notices to Appear (5-0)

Beach & Shore Preservation Advisory Committee

The committee will meet to elect a Chairman and Vice-Chairman for 2023 and approve previous meeting minutes. Members will receive updates on beach restoration projects, the Sebastian Inlet District, and county beach parks.

• Election of the Chairman and Vice-Chairman for 2023
• Approval of November 21, 2022 minutes
• Coastal Division updates on Beach Restoration Projects
• Update from the Sebastian Inlet District
• Status of County Beach Parks

The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the November 21, 2022 meeting. Members also voted to elect the committee's Chairman and Vice Chairman for 2023. The remainder of the meeting consisted of staff updates on beach restoration and hurricane recovery.

• Approved minutes from November 21, 2022 (6-0)
• Re-elected William “Tuck” Ferrell as Chairman for 2023 (6-0)
• Elected Francisco San Miguel as Vice Chairman for 2023 (6-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings on land development regulations and impact fee ordinances. The meeting includes various contract renewals, facility expansions, and appointments to county boards.

• Public hearing on LDR amendments to Section 930.07(2)(i) regarding cut and fill balance for commercial/industrial developments in flood hazard areas
• Proposed ordinance modifying Title X Impact Fee Ordinance Regulations and Appendix X
• Master Plan Study Phase Agreement for Emergency Operations Center Expansion Design
• Advance purchase of golf cart fleet
• Interlocal Agreement for Indian River County Fire Station #7 with Sebastian River Improvement District

The Board approved a 30-year franchise agreement for water, wastewater, and reclaimed water services with the City of Vero Beach. Additionally, the Board adopted ordinances to modify impact fees for affordable housing and update flood hazard area development regulations. The Board also authorized over $1 million for fire rescue apparatuses.

• Approved 30-year water, wastewater, and reclaimed water franchise agreement with City of Vero Beach (3-2)
• Adopted Ordinance 2023-002 eliminating impact fees for qualifying affordable housing (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2023-001 amending cut and fill balance requirements for commercial/industrial developments in flood hazard areas (5-0)
• Authorized $1,012,098 purchase order to ETR, LLC for fire rescue apparatuses (5-0)
• Approved $210,569.89 in ARP funding for West Wabasso Phase 3A and 3B septic-to-sewer private-side connections (5-0)
• Approved fixed interest rate of 7.5% for 2023 County financing (5-0)
• Authorized public hearing for County Administrator residency requirement (3-2)
• Approved $270,152.97 work order with Geosyntec for SWDD annual permit and monitoring (5-0)

Economic Development Council

No substantive decisions were made during this meeting because the minimum quorum requirements were not met. The approval of the March 15, 2022 meeting minutes was tabled.

• Tabled approval of March 15, 2022 meeting minutes

Construction Board of Adjustments & Appeals

The Construction Board of Adjustment and Appeals will hold case presentations regarding project mismanagement and misconduct by Michael Sloan Flaxman of Energized Electric LLC. The board will also elect a Chairperson and Vice Chairperson for 2023.

• Case 23-01: Project mismanagement/misconduct at 5510 49th Ave, Vero Beach
• Case 23-02: Project mismanagement/misconduct at 608 Calamondin Way SW, Vero Beach
• Case 23-03: Project mismanagement/misconduct at 1010 Whitetail Ave SW, Vero Beach
• Case 23-04: Project mismanagement/misconduct at 5075 E 1st Sq SW, Vero Beach
• Election of 2023 Chairperson and Vice Chairperson

The Board suspended all permit privileges for Energized Electric, LLC and qualifier Michael Sloan Flaxman until 19 active and expired permits are resolved. The qualifier was placed on a two-year probation and must renew specific permits and secure final inspections by March 12, 2023.

• Elected Mr. Lue as Chairman for 2022 (7-0)
• Elected Mr. Jandreau as Vice Chairman for 2022 (7-0)
• Approved minutes from August 2, 2022 (7-0)
• Added Harry Lacava of 1075 Whitetail Ave SW to the agenda (5-2)
• Suspended all permit privileges for Energized Electric, LLC and qualifier Michael Sloan Flaxman until 19 active and expired permits are resolved (7-0)
• Placed qualifier Michael Sloan Flaxman on two-year probation (7-0)
• Required renewal and final inspection for permits 2022052010 and 2022060388 by 3/12/23 (7-0)
• Permitted Michael Sloan Flaxman to apply for non-generator permits for repairs on existing permit-related transfer switches only (7-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a major site plan for a new shopping center. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding the site plan submittal process and elect its Chairman and Vice Chairman.

• Major site plan approval for Bridge Marketplace, a 45,084 square foot shopping center at the southwest corner of SR 510 and Harbor Isle Way
• Public hearing on including low-impact design into the site plan submittal process
• Election of Chairman and Vice Chairman

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a major site plan for a 45,084 square foot shopping center at SR 510 and Harbor Isle Way. The commission also elected its 2023 leadership and approved previous meeting minutes.

• Approved major site plan for Bridge Marketplace shopping center (6-0)
• Elected Jonathan Day as Chairman for 2023 (6-0)
• Elected Todd Brognano as Vice Chairman for 2023 (6-0)
• Approved December 8, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)

Children's Services Advisory Committee

The committee is meeting to conduct internal organizational business and receive an agency update. Discussions include the election of a Vice-Chair and the establishment of standing sub-committees.

• Election of CSAC Vice-Chair
• Member appointments for standing sub-committees
• Determination of sub-committee meeting schedules
• Agency update from the Education Foundation

The committee appointed a Vice-Chair and established leadership and membership for its standing subcommittees. The board also approved the minutes from the November 17, 2022 meeting.

• Approved November 17, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Appointed Bob McPartlan as Vice-Chair (unanimous)
• Appointed 10 members to the Grants Subcommittee (unanimous)
• Appointed Hope Woodhouse as Chair of the Needs Assessment Subcommittee (unanimous)