Indian River County public meetings in 2024

Environmental Land Acquisition Panel

The Environmental Land Acquisition Panel will meet on December 17, 2024 at 5:30 PM in Room B1‑501 of the County Administration Building, 1800 27th Street, Vero Beach. The meeting is designated as informational only and will consist of a panel member question‑and‑answer session. No decisions or votes are scheduled. The meeting is open to the public in person and online.

• Panel Member Question & Answer session (informational only)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings on a biosolids moratorium extension and several zoning changes. The meeting also includes approvals for fire rescue apparatus, heavy equipment, and infrastructure projects.

• Public hearing for Biosolids Moratorium Extension Ordinance
• Rezoning request for Hunters Grove PD residential development
• Rezoning of 22.28 acres from General Commercial to Office, Commercial, Residential District
• Purchase of 2 motor graders, 1 vacuum truck, and fire rescue apparatus
• Proposed spending plan revisions for the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021

The Board approved the Hunters Grove Planned Development rezoning for a residential development at 41st Street and 43rd Avenue, but removed a required fence around the stormwater pond and added the YELP emergency access system. The Board also denied a separate rezoning request from CG to OCR for a property, and approved a $200M bond issuance for Orlando Health's Sebastian River Hospital. Several consent agenda items were approved, including a $2.07M fire rescue apparatus purchase and a $1.34M equipment purchase.

• Approved Hunters Grove PD rezoning (Ordinance 2024-013) with fence requirement removed (4-1)
• Denied CG to OCR rezoning request (4-1)
• Approved Orlando Health $200M hospital revenue bond resolution (5-0)
• Approved $2,068,670 advance purchase of fire rescue apparatus (5-0)
• Approved $1,339,244.50 for two motor graders and one vacuum truck (5-0)
• Approved $10,000 Cleveland Clinic centennial sponsorship (4-1)
• Approved $400,000 contribution to Humiston Beach project (4-1)
• Approved $131,072 Sheriff's forfeiture trust fund request (5-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider site plan approvals for a multi-family residential project and an RV storage facility. The body will also hold public hearings on a rezoning request and staff-initiated amendments to land development regulations regarding duplexes.

• Riverton: Request for Major Site Plan and Preliminary Plat for a 72-unit Multi-Family Residential project
• Jansen RV and Boat Storage: Request for Major Site Plan Approval for a parking and storage facility
• Staff-initiated LDR Amendments to remove duplexes from County Site Plan Requirements
• Motorhaus Rezoning: Request to rezone ±5.70 acres from Limited Commercial (CL) to General Commercial (CG)

The Indian River County Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously approved a major site plan for the 72-unit Riverton multi-family residential project in the Medical District, and a separate RV and boat storage facility on US Highway 1. The board also recommended the County Commission adopt land development regulation amendments to remove duplexes from site plan requirements, and recommended approval of a rezoning of 5.70 acres from Limited to General Commercial for the Motorhaus project.

• Approved Riverton 72-unit multi-family site plan, preliminary plat, and administrative permit (7-0)
• Approved Jansen RV and Boat Storage major site plan on US Highway 1 (7-0)
• Recommended BCC adopt LDR amendments removing duplexes from site plan requirements (7-0)
• Recommended BCC approve Motorhaus rezoning of 5.70 acres from CL to CG (7-0)

Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO)

The Indian River County Metropolitan Planning Organization will review the Florida Department of Transportation's draft five-year work program and consider the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan. The body will also review the 2050 Long Range Transportation Plan and an amendment to the Unified Planning Work Program.

• Review of FDOT Draft Tentative Five-Year Work Program
• Consideration of the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan
• Presentation on the 2050 Long Range Transportation Plan
• Review of MPO Annual Certification Statement
• Consideration of an amendment to the Unified Planning Work Program

The Indian River County MPO approved the FDOT Draft Tentative Five-Year Work Program for FY 2025/26-2029/30 (10-0), which includes projects like the I-95/Olso Road interchange and SR A1A bridge replacement. The board also unanimously approved the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan (10-0), the MPO Annual Certification Statement (10-0), and an amendment to the Unified Planning Work Program (10-0). Informational items included the 2050 Long Range Transportation Plan and the Public Participation Plan Annual Evaluation.

• Approved FDOT Draft Tentative Five-Year Work Program FY 2025/26-2029/30 (10-0)
• Approved Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan (10-0)
• Approved MPO Annual Certification Statement (10-0)
• Approved Amendment to Unified Planning Work Program (10-0)
• Approved minutes of September 11, 2024 meeting (9-0)

Children's Services Advisory Committee

The committee will review data updates from law enforcement and the school district. Members will discuss the 24/25 and 25/26 needs assessments and grant application processes. The meeting includes updates on DCF funded agencies and the 24/25 CSAC Guidebook.

• Law Enforcement and School District data updates
• 24/25 and 25/26 Needs Assessment updates
• 25/26 RFP, application, scoring rubric, and agency contract
• DCF Funded Agency update
• 24/25 CSAC Guidebook

The Children's Services Advisory Committee approved recommendations for FY25-26 grant materials, additional funding for two agencies, guidebook updates, and new subcommittee chairs. The committee also voted for the commission liaison to serve as non-voting chairman. All decisions were recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners.

• Approved RFP, application, scoring rubric, and contract for FY25-26 grants (motion carried)
• Recommended $7,280 additional funding for Healthy Start Coalition Fatherhood Program (motion carried)
• Recommended $24,580 additional funding for Thrive Prevention Works Program (motion carried)
• Approved guidebook updates including civility clause and 5-year needs assessment cycle (motion carried)
• Approved commission liaison as non-voting chairman (motion carried)
• Appointed Bob Schlitt Jr. as Grants Subcommittee Chair (5-4)
• Appointed Hope Woodhouse as Needs Assessment Subcommittee Chair (8-1)

MPO Technical Advisory Committee

The MPO Technical Advisory Committee will approve the September 27, 2024 minutes and discuss several transportation planning items. It will review the FDOT draft tentative five‑year work program for fiscal years 2025/26 through 2029/30, which requires a decision. The committee will also consider an amendment to the Unified Planning Work Program for FY 2024/25‑2025/26. Presentations on the 2050 Long‑Range Transportation Plan and potential transportation alternatives projects are scheduled but do not require action.

• Approve minutes from September 27, 2024 (action required)
• Review FDOT Draft Tentative Five‑Year Work Program FY 2025/26‑2029/30 (action required)
• Consider amendment to Unified Planning Work Program FY 2024/25‑2025/26 (action required)
• Presentation on the 2050 Long‑Range Transportation Plan (no action required)
• Review of Potential Transportation Alternatives Projects (no action required)

The Technical Advisory Committee approved the FDOT Draft Tentative Five-Year Work Program for FY 2025/26 through 2029/30, which lists priority projects like 45th Street and CR-510 improvements. They also approved an amendment to the Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) for FY 2024/25-2025/26 to reallocate unused funds. The committee heard informational presentations on the 2050 Long Range Transportation Plan and potential Transportation Alternatives projects, but took no action on those items.

• Approved September 27, 2024 meeting minutes (11-0)
• Approved FDOT Draft Tentative Five-Year Work Program FY 2025/26-2029/30 (12-0)
• Approved UPWP amendment for FY 2024/25-2025/26 (12-0)

Environmental Control Hearing Board

The Environmental Control Hearing Board will meet to consider draft minutes, set 2025 meeting dates, and nominate officers. The board will also hear four specific environmental control cases.

• Election of 2025 Chairman and Vice Chairman
• Consideration of 2025 meeting dates
• Hearings for Thomas D. Crosby case 606-24
• Hearings for Investment Opportunity of Florida, LLC case 607-24
• Hearings for Hinkle and Sons Septic Services case 608-24

The Environmental Control Hearing Board approved 2025 meeting dates, elected officers, and heard four enforcement cases. It purged a suspended $250/day penalty for a property owner who abated a sanitary nuisance, fined a septic company $500 for improper sewage disposal, and ordered cleanup of a property with sewage and debris. The board retained jurisdiction in most cases.

• Approved 2025 meeting dates (unanimous)
• Elected Kevin Rollin as Chair and Patrick Walther as Vice-Chair for 2025 (unanimous)
• Purged suspended penalty in Case 606-24 for compliance and vacating property (unanimous)
• Fined Hinkle & Sons Services $500 for septic violation (unanimous)
• Ordered cleanup and cease habitation without sanitary facilities in Case 609-24 (unanimous)
• Postponed approval of October 2024 minutes until February 2025

Local Mitigation Strategy Work Group

The Local Mitigation Strategy Working Group will review the current project prioritization list to decide which projects to keep or remove. It will receive an update on the 2024 hurricane season outlook and the status of the mitigation plan update, which is due to the Florida Division of Emergency Management by February 13, 2025. The group will also update its contact list and consider public comments.

• Review of Current Project Prioritization List – decide which projects to keep or remove
• Update LMS Contact List
• Current Status of LMS Plan Update – due February 13, 2025
• 2024 Hurricane Season Status / HMGP Outlook
• Public Comment period

MPO Citizen Advisory Committee

The Indian River County MPO Citizens Advisory Committee and Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Committee will meet on Dec 3, 2024 to consider several items. Members will vote on the FDOT Draft Tentative Five-Year Work Program covering fiscal years 2025/26 through 2029/30 and on an amendment to the Unified Planning Work Program for FY 2024/25‑2025/26. Other agenda items include approval of prior meeting minutes and a presentation of the 2050 Long Range Transportation Plan, which require no action.

• Approval of BPAC minutes (Sept 24 2024) and CAC minutes (Oct 1 2024) – Action Required
• Presentation on the 2050 Long Range Transportation Plan – No Action Required
• Review of FDOT Draft Tentative Five-Year Work Program for FY 2025/26‑2029/30 – Action Required
• Consideration of amendment to the Unified Planning Work Program for FY 2024/25‑2025/26 – Action Required
• Status Report of MPO Advisory Committees – No Action Required

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing to consider imposing an additional cent of Tourist Development Tax. The meeting includes a consent agenda with over 30 items, including approval of the 2024 Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan and a contract for Fire Station 11.

• Public hearing on 1 cent Tourist Development Tax increase
• Approval of 2024 Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan
• Contract for Fire Station 11 completion
• Approval of WebEOC incident management software
• Final 2024 Urban Service Boundary (USB) Study

Code Enforcement Board

The Indian River County Code Enforcement Board will conduct administrative hearings on a series of code‑violation cases. Topics include permit violations, wetland alterations, tree removal, junk vehicles, overgrown weeds and other ordinance breaches. The meeting also includes routine items such as roll call, approval of minutes and an attorney overview of board procedures.

• Case 2024050114 – Robert T. Dennie & Billie J., 7815 130th Ave, Fellsmere – violations of CHP400 permits and related ordinance sections.
• Case 2020060029 – R‑Max of Indian River, Inc., 920 Truman St, Sebastian – wetland alteration (CHP928) and tree removal/land clearing (CHP927).
• Case 2023050017 – John Douglas O'Banion, 2150 Highway A1A, Vero Beach – sea turtle protection (CHP932), dune protection (CHP932) and building permit violation (FBC 105).
• Case 2024070105 – Paula Hoekzema, 425 14th Ave, Vero Beach – junk vehicle violation (CHP973).
• Case 2024070176 – Jehu Auguste, 1910 46th Ave, Vero Beach – overgrown weeds (CHP973) and junk/trash/debris violations (CHP973).

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

The Public Safety Council will vote to approve the minutes from its May 24, 2024 meeting. It will receive a status and performance update on the Mental Health Court Program and review a needs‑assessment executive summary. Additional discussion will cover commissioner’s matters, committee members’ matters, and the chairman’s matters before adjourning.

• Approve minutes from May 24, 2024 (action required)
• Status & performance updates for Mental Health Court Program
• Needs assessment executive summary presentation
• Commissioner’s matters discussion
• Committee members’ matters discussion

Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board

The Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board will consider several action items, including approving the August 22, 2024 meeting minutes, reviewing the 2024/25 Planning Grant reimbursement invoice, and adopting the FY 2023/24 annual operating report. The board will also review and potentially adopt updated bylaws and grievance procedures for FY 2024/25. Additional items include a performance measure report and scheduling for 2025 MPO advisory meetings.

• Approve August 22, 2024 meeting minutes (Action Required)
• Review and approve Reimbursement Invoice #1 for the 2024/25 Planning Grant (Action Required)
• Review and adopt the Annual Operating Report for FY 2023/24 (Action Required)
• Review and adopt TDLCB Bylaws for FY 2024/25 (Action Required)
• Review and adopt TDLCB Grievance Procedures for FY 2024/25 (Action Required)

Tourist Development Council

The Tourist Development Council will consider the resignation of Steve Hayes and appoint Nichole Johanson as a new member. It will approve the minutes from the August 21, 2024 meeting and receive an update on tourist tax revenue. The council will also set the dates for its 2025 meetings and address any other matters raised.

• Resignation of Steve Hayes and appointment of Nichole Johanson
• Tourist Tax Revenue Update
• Approval of August 21, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approval of 2025 meeting dates
• Other Matters

CSAC Needs Subcommittee

The Children’s Services Advisory Committee Needs Assessment Sub‑Committee will meet on November 20, 2024 at 2:00 PM. The meeting will cover routine items such as call to order, roll call, quorum, agenda changes, and approval of minutes from November 8, 2024. The primary discussion item is to review and finalize updates to the needs assessment for children’s services. Public comment will be provided before any action is taken.

• Review and finalize needs assessment updates
• Approval of minutes – November 8, 2024
• Public comment

Environmental Land Acquisition Panel

The Environmental Land Acquisition Panel will present and discuss environmental assessment reports for each of the 26 nominated parcels. The meeting includes a public comment period and will set the next meeting for December 17, 2024.

• Presentation of environmental assessment reports for 26 nominated parcels
• Public comment period
• Scheduling of next meeting on December 17, 2024

Economic Development Council

The Economic Development Council will meet to receive presentations on a local jobs grant application and an update to the Economic Development Strategic Action Plan. The council will also hear about the LTPT Digital Connectivity Program from Comcast.

• Local Jobs Grant Application presentation by Helene Caseltine
• Economic Development Strategic Action Plan Update by Chris Balter
• LTPT Digital Connectivity Program presentation by Rachael Bonlarron of Comcast
• Approval of September 17, 2024 meeting minutes

Board of County Commissioners

The commission will hold an emergency public hearing on an ordinance that would amend the zoning ordinance and map to rezone approximately 7.97 acres from the General Commercial district to a Medical district. Several consent‑agenda items will be approved, including the award of a strategic economic‑development plan, a review of affordable‑housing advisory committee incentives, and contracts for the Trans‑Florida Railway Trail and Indian River Boulevard construction. Additional public hearings will address a developer agreement with Providence Point Vero Beach, LLC and a notice for a future tourist‑development tax hearing.

• Emergency public hearing to amend zoning ordinance for ~7.97 acres from CG to MED district
• Award of RFP 2024059 for an Economic Development Strategic Action Plan
• Review and recommendation of Affordable Housing Advisory Committee 2024 incentives
• Final payment and change order for Trans‑Florida Railway Trail (IRC‑2115)
• FDOT Small County Outreach Program agreement for Indian River Boulevard construction

Beach & Shore Preservation Advisory Committee

The Beach & Shore Preservation Advisory Committee will approve the October 21, 2024 minutes and receive updates on coastal division beach restoration projects, the Sebastian Inlet District, and county beach parks. The agenda also includes commissioner, member, and chairman matters, followed by public discussion items. The meeting provides an opportunity for public comment on any agenda or non‑agenda propositions.

• Approval of minutes from October 21, 2024
• Coastal Division updates on beach restoration projects
• Update from the Sebastian Inlet District
• Status report on county beach parks
• Public discussion items

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet on November 14, 2024 in Vero Beach to review several public hearing items. Commissioners will consider two planned‑development applications—a 171‑lot single‑family residential project and a 170‑unit multifamily residential project—and four rezoning requests covering roughly 2.90 to 22.28 acres. After the hearings the commission may vote on the proposals. The meeting also includes routine agenda items such as minutes approval and commissioner matters.

• Emerson Oaks PD: 171‑lot single‑family residential development, PD rezoning and preliminary plan approval (Applicant: Pulte Home Company, LLC)
• Hunter’s Grove PD: 170‑unit multifamily residential development, PD rezoning and preliminary plan approval (Applicant: Randolph Construction Group, Inc.)
• Kennedy Oslo 27 rezoning: approx. ±2.90 acres from Limited Commercial (CL) to General Commercial (CG)
• HF Properties rezoning: approx. ±5.55 acres from General Commercial (CG) to Heavy Commercial (CH)
• Red Jazmine rezoning: approx. ±4.20 acres from Limited Commercial (CL) to Heavy Commercial (CH)

Children's Services Advisory Committee

The Indian River County Children’s Services Advisory Committee will approve the minutes from the September 10, 2024 meeting and receive reports from the Community Services Director and various data updates. The committee will review old business on Strategic Planning Phase II and discuss new business items, including subcommittee elections, a needs assessment, other grant matters, a $15,000 Motivation Edge grant, and DCF funded agency updates. Public comment will be offered before adjournment.

• Approval of minutes for September 10, 2024
• Motivation Edge $15,000 grant
• Subcommittee elections
• Strategic Planning – Phase II (old business)
• DCF funded agency updates

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a special call meeting and workshop. The session focuses on a staff and consultant presentation regarding the 2024 Comprehensive Plan Evaluation & Appraisal Report (EAR).

• Presentation of the 2024 Comprehensive Plan Evaluation & Appraisal Report (EAR)
• Review of the EAR Executive Summary
• Review of Appendix A Summary Matrix Recommendations
• Review of Appendix B Public Engagement Summary

CSAC Needs Subcommittee

The Children's Services Advisory Committee Needs Subcommittee will meet to review and finalize updates to a needs assessment. The group will also approve minutes from a previous meeting.

• Review and Finalize Needs Assessment Updates
• Approval of Minutes – October 23, 2024

Board of County Commissioners

The Indian River County Board of Commissioners will vote on several grant agreements, including a public‑transportation grant with FDOT and environmental projection grants for Hobart Landing and Orchid Island Estates. The meeting also includes routine consent‑agenda approvals for payments, contract extensions, and a fire‑rescue apparatus purchase. Informational reports on the FY 2023/24 fourth‑quarter budget, a paper‑shredding event, and other service updates will be presented but do not require board action.

• Approval of a Public Transportation Grant Agreement (PTGA) with the Florida Department of Transportation for a Section 5311 Grant
• Approval of Florida Department of Environmental Projection Grant Agreements for Hobart Landing and Orchid Island Estates septic‑to‑sewer projects
• Approval for advance purchase of fire rescue apparatus
• Change Order #1 Bid 2023054 – Hosie Shumann basketball court replacement
• First Extension (Bid 2024011) to agreements for annual asphalt paving & resurfacing services

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hear a presentation of the Indian River County 2024 Urban Service Boundary Study and staff draft recommendations. Commissioners will provide comments and answer questions. The public will also be invited to comment on the study and recommendations.

• Presentation of the 2024 Urban Service Boundary Study
• Staff consultant report on the study
• Draft recommendations for the Urban Service Boundary
• Board comments and questions
• Public comments on the study and recommendations

Affordable Housing Advisory Committee

The Indian River County Affordable Housing Advisory Committee will meet to approve 2025 meeting dates and discuss updates on local affordable housing projects from member municipalities and organizations.

• Approval of 2025 meeting dates
• Local Affordable Housing Action Updates from member cities and organizations
• SHIP Updates
• Planning Update

Code Enforcement Board

The Board is conducting compliance and evidentiary hearings to determine if county code violations exist and set deadlines for correction. The body may impose fines and liens against properties that fail to comply with regulations.

• Compliance hearing for vacation rental license violation at 8740 Shore Ln
• Lien reduction request for dune protection violation at 945 Surf Ln
• Evidentiary hearings for overgrown weeds and debris at 1826 4th Pl, 5195 20th St, and 2185 86th Dr
• Hearing for site plan nonconformance and landscape maintenance at 6560 20th St and 800 US Highway 1
• Evidentiary hearing for zoning and building permit violations at 2515 95th Ct

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a consent request from Genesis Industrial to phase a previously approved site plan and defer a required off‑site improvement. It will also review a non‑consent request from Lost Tree Preserve for preliminary approval of a Planned Development multi‑family tract. Additionally, commissioners will discuss changing the commission meeting schedule to a monthly meeting on the second Thursday of each month.

• Genesis Industrial – request to phase approved site plan and defer off‑site improvement (Item #4, consent agenda)
• Lost Tree Preserve – request for preliminary Planned Development plan/plat approval for multi‑family tract (Item #5, non‑consent agenda)
• Consideration of changing the PZC meeting schedule to once a month on the second Thursday (Item #7, discussion)

CSAC Needs Subcommittee

The Needs Assessment Sub-Committee is meeting to review and update data, identify gaps, and incorporate missing information. The body will also receive a Community Service Direct report regarding contract signing and e-CImpact.

• Review and update of needs assessment data
• Community Service Direct report on contract signing
• e-CImpact update
• Approval of January 5, 2024 minutes

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider several consent items including utility easements and equipment maintenance. The meeting includes a public discussion regarding waste collection funding and a review of utility account bad debt write-offs.

• Utility relocation agreement for CR-510/85th Street west of 82nd Avenue
• Work Order #2 to EDB for Fire Station 15 Design
• Employment contract for Assistant County Attorney Christopher Hicks
• Renewal of AK Associates maintenance contract for 911 call-taking equipment
• Utility accounts receivable bad debt write-offs and foreclosure activity

CSAC Grants Subcommittee

The Children’s Services Advisory Committee Grant Subcommittee will meet to approve the August 19, 2024 minutes and hear the Community Services Director report. The meeting will include a discussion of an updated Request for Proposals (RFP) and an updated scoring rubric for grant applications. Public comment will be allowed before the meeting adjourns.

• Approval of August 19, 2024 meeting minutes
• Community Services Director report (staff update, professional learning contracts, E‑CImpact update, site‑visit walkthrough tool)
• Discussion of updated grant Request for Proposals (RFP)
• Discussion of updated grant scoring rubric
• Public comment period

Beach & Shore Preservation Advisory Committee

The committee will meet to receive updates on the Coastal Division and Beach Restoration Projects. The agenda includes reports from the Sebastian Inlet District and a status update on County Beach Parks.

• Approval of July 15th, 2024 minutes
• Coastal Division updates on Beach Restoration Projects
• Update from the Sebastian Inlet District
• Status of County Beach Parks

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing on a zoning change for approximately 7.97 acres. The meeting also includes votes on cell radio leases, roadway improvements, and a special assessment for culvert replacement.

• Public hearing to rezone ±7.97 acres from General Commercial District to Medical District
• Resolution for special assessment to replace culverts for Waters Edge Phase II Subdivision
• Final payment and change order for 11th Drive and 37th Street roadway and intersection improvements
• Cell radio lease renewals for King’s Highway and Gifford
• Release of an easement at 8815 Lakeside Circle

Environmental Control Hearing Board

The Indian River County Environmental Control Hearing Board will consider the draft minutes from the August 8, 2024 meeting and any agenda changes. It will then hold hearings on four pending cases: Odessa Clark (603‑24), Best Septic, Inc. (605‑24), Thomas D. Crosby (606‑24), and Eligha Pryor (607‑24). The board may discuss other matters before adjourning.

• Consideration of Draft Minutes August 8, 2024
• Additions‑Deletions to Agenda
• Hearing of Case 603‑24: Odessa Clark
• Hearing of Case 605‑24: Best Septic, Inc.
• Hearing of Case 606‑24: Thomas D. Crosby

MPO Citizen Advisory Committee

The MPO Citizens Advisory Committee will meet to take action on the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan and the MPO Annual Certification Statement. The committee will also review the Public Participation Plan Annual Evaluation for FY 2023/24.

• Consideration of the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan
• Review of the MPO Annual Certification Statement
• Review of the Public Participation Plan Annual Evaluation for FY 2023/24
• 2025 MPO and MPO Advisory Committees Meeting Schedule

MPO Technical Advisory Committee

The Indian River County MPO Technical Advisory Committee will elect a Vice Chair, approve the August 23, 2024 minutes, and consider the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan. The committee will also review the MPO Annual Certification Statement and the Public Participation Plan Annual Evaluation for FY 2023/24. Additional items include a status report of MPO advisory committees and scheduling for 2025 MPO meetings.

• Election of Vice Chair (action required)
• Approval of August 23, 2024 minutes (action required)
• Consideration of the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan (action required)
• Review of the MPO Annual Certification Statement (action required)
• Review of the Public Participation Plan Annual Evaluation for FY 2023/24 (no action required)

CSAC Needs Subcommittee

The Children’s Services Advisory Committee Needs Assessment Sub-Committee will meet to discuss community service reports and strategic planning. The body is scheduled to review updates regarding needs assessments, asset mapping, and an update summary.

• Review of Needs Assessment updates, Asset Mapping, and Update Summary
• Discussion of CSAC timeline and workflow
• Review of Strategic Plan
• Approval of January 5, 2024 minutes

MPO Bicycle Advisory Committee

The MPO Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Committee meets at 2:00 PM on September 24, 2024 in Conference Room B1‑501, County Administration Building B, 1800 27th Street, Vero Beach, FL. The committee will approve minutes from the June 4, 2024 joint BPAC‑CAC meeting, review and potentially adopt the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan, and review the MPO Annual Certification Statement. Additional agenda items include a review of the Public Participation Plan Annual Evaluation for FY 2023/24, a status report of MPO advisory committees, and scheduling for 2025 MPO and advisory‑committee meetings. Public comments will be taken before adjournment.

• Approve minutes from the Joint BPAC‑CAC Meeting held June 4, 2024
• Consider the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan
• Review the MPO Annual Certification Statement
• Review the Public Participation Plan Annual Evaluation for FY 2023/24 (no action required)
• Discuss the 2025 MPO and MPO Advisory Committees meeting schedule

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will hold a public hearing to consider revising the utility services rate schedule for the Department of Utility Services (IRCDUS Project ID: 00.23.544). It will also consider several consent agenda items, including contract extensions, award of bids, and tax‑cancellation resolutions. Additional matters include a workers compensation settlement and a lease agreement for the Roseland Community Center.

• Public Hearing to Revise Utility Services Rate Schedule – IRCDUS Project ID: 00.23.544
• Approval of Extension to the Humane Society of Vero Beach MOU (Nov 2024)
• Award of Final Scope and Fee for Integrated Water Master Plan to HDR Engineering, Inc. – IRCDUS Project ID: 00.23.547
• Resolution Cancelling Taxes on Properties Purchased for Public Purpose – Golden Eagle Upholstery Services and Roger L. Moss & Lindsey J. Moss
• Award of Bid 2024049 for Oslo Water Treatment Plant Sand Strainer Replacement

The Board approved a $6,676,566.80 contract with Dickerson Infrastructure for the Sector 4 dune restoration project, along with related access agreements and a $392,186.52 construction administration work order. The Board also adopted a new utility rate schedule effective January 1, 2025, with phased increases, and approved a $2,475,840 Integrated Water Master Plan with HDR Engineering. Several other contracts, settlements, and policy changes were approved, including a Teamsters collective bargaining agreement with a 5% wage increase.

• Approved $6,676,566.80 dune restoration contract to Dickerson Infrastructure (5-0)
• Approved $392,186.52 construction administration work order to Coastal Technology (5-0)
• Approved three access agreements for Sector 4 dune renourishment (5-0)
• Adopted revised utility rate schedule with phased increases (5-0)
• Approved $2,475,840 Integrated Water Master Plan with HDR Engineering (5-0)
• Ratified Teamsters collective bargaining agreement with 5% wage increase (5-0)
• Approved $125,000 workers compensation settlement for Leonie Pratt (consent)
• Approved $1.35M purchase for Fire Station #15 site (4-0, Earman excused)

Code Enforcement Board

The Indian River County Code Enforcement Board will hear cases regarding zoning, building permits, and property maintenance violations. The board will also consider lien release requests and consent items.

• Hearings for 20+ cases including zoning, junk vehicles, and building code violations
• Lien release request for Barnard Fencing Solutions at 145 13th Ave
• Hearings for properties on 32nd Ave, 58th Ave, and US Highway 1
• Hearings for properties on 13th Pl, 84th Ter, and 4th Ct
• Approval of August 26, 2024 minutes

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a final budget hearing to approve the proposed 2024-2025 budget and associated millage rates for various county funds. The board will also consider non-ad valorem charges for the Solid Waste Disposal District and approve budgets for non-taxing funds.

• General Fund proposed budget: $145,834,204
• Solid Waste Disposal District proposed charge: $108.75 per Residential Waste Generation Unit
• Solid Waste Disposal District proposed budget: $27,495,249
• Non-Taxing Funds proposed budget: $201,938,140
• Proposed aggregate millage rate: 6.1198

The Board of County Commissioners approved the final FY2024-2025 budget totaling $524,719,875, including the General Fund, MSTU, Transportation, Emergency Services, and Land Acquisition Bond funds. All millage rates and budgets were approved unanimously (4-0) with Chairman Adams absent. The Solid Waste Disposal District rates and budget were also approved, along with non-ad valorem assessment charges and non-taxing fund budgets.

• Approved General Fund millage 3.5475 and $145,834,204 budget (4-0)
• Approved MSTU millage 1.1506 and $54,368,135 budget (4-0)
• Approved Transportation Fund budget $25,881,721 (4-0)
• Approved Emergency Services District millage 2.3531 and $66,824,334 budget (4-0)
• Approved Land Acquisition Bonds millage 0.0639 and $1,778,092 budget (4-0)
• Approved Solid Waste Disposal District rates and $27,495,249 budget (4-0)
• Approved non-ad valorem assessment charges and Resolution 2024-057 (4-0)
• Approved non-taxing fund budgets totaling $202,538,140 (4-0)

Environmental Land Acquisition Panel

The Environmental Land Acquisition Panel will approve the minutes from its August 13, 2024 meeting and then review new parcel acquisition applications. The panel will also discuss staff comments, bond consultant matters, and other items raised by the chair and commissioners. A public comment period will follow before the meeting adjourns.

• Approve minutes of August 13, 2024
• Review new parcel acquisition applications
• Discuss staff comments
• Discuss bond consultant matters
• Public comment period

The Environmental Land Acquisition Panel approved adding the FLARES Groves Easement (Parcel #41) to its evaluation list and merged six adjacent parcels (#47-#52, 'Old Dixie GT Property 1-6') into one project for environmental assessment. The panel also set an October 1, 2024 deadline to close first-round nominations, with no October meeting and a November 19 informational meeting planned. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved minutes of August 18, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved adding Parcel #41 FLARES Groves Easement to evaluation list (unanimous)
• Approved merging parcels #47-#52 into one project for review (unanimous)
• Approved October 1, 2024 deadline to close first-round nominations (unanimous)

Economic Development Council

The Indian River County Economic Development Council will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from July 2024 and receive an update on the Economic Development Strategic Action Plan. The meeting is scheduled for September 17, 2024, at the County Administration Complex.

• Approval of July 16, 2024 meeting minutes
• Update on Economic Development Strategic Action Plan
• Next meeting scheduled for November 19, 2024

The Economic Development Council approved the minutes from its July 16, 2024 meeting unanimously. Members heard updates on the Economic Development Strategic Action Plan, which remains under RFP with three finalists (TIP Strategies, Redevelopment Management Associates, and GIA Consultants) scheduled for interviews on October 11. No other formal decisions were made; the meeting was otherwise informational.

• Approved minutes from July 16, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

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 July 15th, 2024 minutes
• Coastal Division updates on Beach Restoration Projects
• Update from the Sebastian Inlet District
• Status of County Beach Parks

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Indian River County Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a major site plan and administrative permit for a 100‑foot T‑Mobile wireless tower. A public hearing will be held on Schwerin Realty Corp.'s request to rezone about 7.97 acres from the General Commercial (CG) district to the Medical (MED) district. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from July 25 and August 8, 2024.

• T‑Mobile Wireless Tower: request for major site plan and administrative permit for a 100‑foot tower (Zoning IG, Commercial/Industrial)
• Schwerin Rezoning: request to rezone ~7.97 acres from CG to MED district
• Approval of minutes for July 25, 2024
• Approval of minutes for August 8, 2024
• Public hearing on the Schwerin rezoning request

The Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously approved a major site plan and administrative permit for a 100-foot T-Mobile wireless tower at the 45th Street Industrial Complex, and unanimously recommended approval of a rezoning of approximately 7.97 acres from CG to MED for Schwerin Realty Corp. Both decisions were quasi-judicial and passed 7-0.

• Approved T-Mobile 100-ft wireless tower major site plan and administrative permit (7-0)
• Approved Schwerin rezoning of ±7.97 acres from CG to MED (7-0)
• Approved July 25, 2024 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved August 8, 2024 meeting minutes (7-0)

Affordable Housing Advisory Committee

The Indian River County Affordable Housing Advisory Committee will meet to discuss updates on the State Housing Initiative Program (SHIP) and planning, along with local action updates from member municipalities.

• Approval of July 17, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussion of SHIP Updates
• Discussion of Planning Update
• Local Affordable Housing Action Updates from member municipalities
• Next meeting scheduled for October 23, 2024

The Affordable Housing Advisory Committee unanimously recommended a change to the County Land Development Regulations to remove duplexes from the site plan process, potentially saving $3,000-$10,000 in engineering costs. The committee also discussed SHIP program updates, including increased subsidy amounts and a new online application system, and heard about a proposed density bonus for affordable housing projects to be considered at the next meeting.

• Recommended removing duplexes from site plan process (11-0)
• Approved minutes of April 24, 2024 meeting (11-0)

Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO)

The Metropolitan Planning Organization will meet to approve minutes, consider an amendment to the Transportation Improvement Program, and review a feasibility study for a railroad grade separation. The group will also appoint members to the Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board.

• Approval of June 12, 2024 minutes
• Consideration of Railroad Grade Separation Feasibility Study
• Consideration of Updated Federal Functional Classification Map
• Consideration of Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) Amendment
• Appointment to Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board

The Indian River County MPO approved the Railroad Grade Separation Feasibility Study, which evaluated crossings and identified Oslo Road, 4th Street, 53rd Street, and 85th Street as having the most need. The board also approved the updated Federal Functional Classification Map, a Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) amendment, and the appointment of Wil Cunningham to the Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Railroad Grade Separation Feasibility Study (9-0)
• Approved Updated Federal Functional Classification Map (10-0)
• Approved Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) Amendment (10-0)
• Approved Wil Cunningham as TDLCB Children at Risk Advocate (10-0)
• Approved minutes of June 12, 2024 meeting (8-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review the County Administrator's budget overview and then vote on proposed ad valorem millage rates and budgets for several funds, including the General Fund, MSTU, Transportation Fund, Emergency Services District, and Land Acquisition Bonds. They will also consider the Solid Waste Disposal District charges and non‑ad valorem budget items, and announce the date and location of the final budget hearing. Public comment will be accepted on each item before motions are made.

• General Fund millage 3.5475 (7.77% above rolled back) with $145,834,204 budget
• MSTU millage 1.1506 (7.24% above rolled back) with $54,368,135 budget
• Emergency Services District millage 2.3531 (7.31% above rolled back) with $66,824,334 budget
• Solid Waste Disposal District residential charge $108.75 per unit (8% increase) and $27,495,249 budget
• Final budget hearing set for Sep 18, 2024 at 5:01 PM, County Administration Building A

The Board of County Commissioners held a preliminary budget hearing and unanimously adopted tentative millage rates and budgets for the General Fund, MSTU, Transportation Fund, Emergency Services District, and Land Acquisition Bonds 2024, along with the Solid Waste Disposal District rates and budget. The total proposed FY2024/2025 budget is $524,719,875, with a 10.3% tax roll increase countywide. No public speakers or amendments were presented. The final budget hearing is set for September 18, 2024.

• Adopted tentative General Fund millage 3.5475 and budget $145,834,204 (5-0)
• Adopted tentative MSTU millage 1.1506 and budget $54,368,135 (5-0)
• Approved tentative Transportation Fund budget $25,881,721 (5-0)
• Adopted tentative Emergency Services District millage 2.3531 and budget $66,824,334 (5-0)
• Adopted tentative Land Acquisition Bonds 2024 millage 0.0639 and budget $1,778,092 (5-0)
• Approved Solid Waste Disposal District rates: $108.75/residential unit, $68.80/commercial unit, $40.30 readiness fee (5-0)
• Adopted Solid Waste Disposal District budget $27,495,249 (5-0)
• Adopted tentative Non-Ad Valorem Assessment charges and dollar budgets (5-0)

Children's Services Advisory Committee

The Children's Services Advisory Committee will vote to approve the minutes of its August 6, 2024 meeting. It will hear a report from the Community Services Director covering professional development, upcoming forums, agency contracts, e‑CImpact, FY 24/25 business sponsor, and a timeline overview. Updates will be presented from law enforcement, the hospital district, and the school district, and the committee will review Phase I of its strategic planning.

• Approval of minutes for August 6, 2024
• Community Services Director report – professional development, agency contracts, FY 24/25 business sponsor
• Law enforcement data update presented by Sheriff Flowers
• Hospital district data update presented by Frank Isele
• Strategic Planning – Phase I (old business)

The Children's Services Advisory Committee approved the August 6, 2024 minutes (9-0). Staff reported that 98% of agencies are on track with drawdowns, but noted invoice documentation issues and an urgent email to expedite the process. The committee discussed strategic planning focus areas and heard updates on Teen Court re-implementation and hospital district funding. No new business was conducted.

• Approved August 6, 2024 meeting minutes (9-0)
• Heard report on FY24-25 contract preparations and e-CImpact training for October
• Discussed strategic plan focus areas: community impact, communication/engagement, fiscal responsibility/governance
• Noted no action on Step Into Kindergarten funding request; to be brought to CSAC or BOCC
• Received update on Teen Court re-implementation in early 2025
• Hospital district to carry $80,000 in funding from July 1 through September due to DCF/CEF delay

Board of County Commissioners

The Indian River County Board of Commissioners will consider a series of proclamations, approve a large consent agenda of routine payments and contracts, and vote on several specific agreements and awards. Among the items is a resolution establishing fair market rental rates for the Housing Choice Voucher program for fiscal year 2025. The board will also receive public notices for upcoming hearings on a hospital special assessment and new utility rates.

• Approval of Resolution establishing fair market rental rates for the Housing Choice Voucher Program for FY 2025
• Authorization of a 5‑Year Agreement with USDA‑APHIS‑WS (2025‑2029) for nesting seasons
• Renewal of the Public Safety Communications System Software Services Agreement
• Award of Annual Bid 2025002 for sulfuric acid procurement
• Public notice of a hearing on September 24, 2024 to consider a non‑ad valorem special assessment roll on hospitals

The Board approved a 10% general wage increase for firefighters represented by IAFF Local 2201, effective the first full pay period in October 2024, with a total cost of $3,347,011 including benefits. The Board also approved the implementation of a compensation and classification study for non-union and exempt employees, effective October 4, 2024, including a 4% general wage increase for contract employees. Additionally, the Board authorized staff and the applicant to proceed with formal amendments to the Comprehensive Plan and Land Development Regulations for the Indian River Mall redevelopment, which includes a proposed hotel height increase and new uses.

• Approved 10% wage increase for IAFF Local 2201 firefighters (5-0)
• Approved implementation of compensation study for non-union employees (5-0)
• Authorized proceeding with Indian River Mall redevelopment amendments (consensus)
• Approved $456,330.10 work order to Arcadis for water infrastructure assessment (consent)
• Approved $425,378.38 purchase order to Paragon Electric for pump station cable replacement (5-0)
• Approved $174,920 work order for 74th Avenue SW widening (5-0)
• Approved launching Vape Pen Collection program (5-0)
• Approved stop loss insurance transition to Highmark with $146,794 savings (5-0)

Code Enforcement Board

The Indian River County Code Enforcement Board will conduct quasi-judicial hearings to determine if county code violations exist. The board will decide on correction timelines and potential fines or costs for property owners.

• Vacation rental license violations at 1031 35th Ave and 8740 Shore Ln
• Dune and sea turtle protection violations at 2150 S Highway A1A
• Site plan and landscape maintenance violations at 6560 20th St (City Furniture) and 5810 20th St (Panera Bread)
• Building permit violations at 3027 Golf View Dr, 2105 79th Ave, and 1850 38th St
• Sign violation at 600 6th Ave (Metro by T-Mobile)

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

The Public Safety Council will meet to approve minutes from May 2024 and discuss an expansion to the SE Florida Behavioral Health Network Grant. The meeting is scheduled for August 23, 2024, in Vero Beach.

• Approval of May 24, 2024 minutes
• Expansion to SE Florida Behavioral Health Network Grant
• Public Safety Council meeting details
• Committee members' and chairman's matters
• Public discussion items

MPO Technical Advisory Committee

The Indian River County MPO Technical Advisory Committee will meet on August 23, 2024 to approve minutes from May 31, 2024 and to discuss several transportation projects. Items include a feasibility study for the FEC railroad grade separation, an updated Federal Functional Classification map, and a proposed amendment to the Transportation Improvement Program. The committee will also receive a status report from MPO advisory committees and accept public comments.

• Approval of minutes from the May 31, 2024 meeting (action required)
• Presentation on the FEC Railroad Grade Separation Feasibility Study (action required)
• Consideration of the Updated Federal Functional Classification Map (action required)
• Consideration of the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) Amendment (action required)
• Status report of MPO advisory committees (no action required)

Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board

The Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board will meet to review financial reports and assign a subcommittee for coordinator evaluation. The board will also receive updates on planning status and extended operating hours.

• Approval of May 23, 2024 meeting and annual public workshop minutes
• Review of Actual Expenditures Report for FY 2023/24
• Assignment of Community Transportation Coordinator (CTC) Evaluation Subcommittee
• Review of Progress Report and Reimbursement Invoice #4 for 2023/24 Planning Grant
• Gillig Low Floor Bus Demonstration

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will hear a staff presentation on the Utility Fee and Rate Modification Study for the Indian River County Department of Utility Services (Project ID 00.23.544). The presentation includes a schedule of proposed new utility rates and fees, a final utility rate study, and an impact fee study. Commissioners will have an opportunity to ask questions and provide comments. Standard agenda items such as a moment of silence, invocation, pledge of allegiance, public comments, and adjournment are also included.

• Presentation of the Utility Fee and Rate Modification Study (IRCDUS Project ID: 00.23.544)
• Review of the Schedule of Proposed New Utility Rates and Fees
• Discussion of the Utility Rate Study Final Report
• Review of the Impact Fee Study Final Report
• Board comments and questions on the utility study

Tourist Development Council

The Tourist Development Council is meeting to receive a tourist tax revenue update. The council will also hear 2024-2025 budget presentations from two chambers of commerce.

• Tourist tax revenue update
• Indian River County Chamber of Commerce 2024-2025 Budget Presentation
• Sebastian River Area Chamber of Commerce 2024-2025 Budget Presentation

Board of County Commissioners

The Indian River County Board of Commissioners will vote on a range of items, including the approval of a replacement marine vessel for county use. The agenda also contains approvals for a state‑funded hazards analysis subgrant, several construction bids, and a direct purchase of a pedestrian bridge for the JRTC walking trail. Additional routine items such as consent agenda payments, utility allowance resolutions, and interlocal agreements will also be considered.

• Approval of Replacement Marine Vessel
• Approval of 2024‑2025 State Funded Subgrant Agreement to Update Hazards Analysis
• Award of Bid 2024056 for Trans Florida Rail Trail Boardwalk Repairs
• Award of Bid 2024051 for North County Park Restroom/Concession
• Approval of Direct Purchase of Pedestrian Bridge for JRTC Walking Trail Project

CSAC Grants Subcommittee

The Children's Services Advisory Committee Grant Subcommittee will meet to review survey results and recommendations for the FY 25/26 grant review process. The committee will also discuss current RFPs and approve minutes from previous meetings.

• Approval of minutes from May 30, June 5, June 6, and June 7, 2024
• Review of FY 24/25 Proposed Calendar
• Discussion of FY 25/26 Grant Review Process recommendations
• Review of Current RFPs for FY 25/26

Environmental Land Acquisition Panel

The Environmental Land Acquisition Panel is meeting to review new parcel applications and approve minutes from previous meetings. The session includes discussion items regarding bond consultants and staff comments.

• Review of new parcel applications
• Approval of June 18, 2024, and July 16, 2024, meeting minutes
• Discussion of bond consultant matters

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a special call meeting to conduct interviews for the position of County Attorney. The session includes candidate interviews and subsequent board deliberations.

• Interview of candidate Jennifer Shuler
• Interview of candidate Melany Crawford

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to consider a preliminary plat for the Songbird Vero Beach mobile home subdivision. The meeting is scheduled for 6:00 PM at the County Administration Building.

• Songbird Vero Beach: Preliminary Plat Approval for Mobile Home Subdivision
• Approval of prior meeting minutes
• Public comment opportunity for all agenda items

Children's Services Advisory Committee

The Children's Services Advisory Committee will consider routine items such as approving the June 14th, 2024 minutes and receiving reports from the Community Services Director, law enforcement, hospital district, and school district. They will review old business items including agency drawdown, teen program updates, contingency funds, childcare resources, grant software, and strategic plan models. The new business item is the approval of the FY 24/25 CSAC meeting calendar. Public comment will be heard before adjournment.

• Approval of minutes for June 14th, 2024
• Community Services Director report – introduction of coordinator, professional development, community forums, 3rd quarter report
• Law Enforcement Data Update by Sheriff Flowers
• Hospital District Data Update by Frank Isele
• Approval of FY 24/25 CSAC meeting calendar

Environmental Control Hearing Board

The Indian River County Environmental Control Hearing Board will hold its regular meeting, approve the draft minutes from June 6, 2024, and consider any additions or deletions to the agenda. The board will swear in individuals who intend to testify and conduct a hearing on case No. 603-24 involving Odessa Clark. After the hearing, the board will discuss other board matters before adjourning.

• Consideration of Draft Minutes June 6, 2024
• Additions‑Deletions to Agenda
• Swearing in of Those Who Intend to Testify
• Hearing of Case No. 603‑24 – Odessa Clark
• Board Matters Discussion

Local Mitigation Strategy Work Group

The Local Mitigation Strategy (LMS) Working Group is meeting to discuss the process for updating the multi-jurisdictional LMS Plan, which was last updated in 2020. The group will review organizational goals, hazard analyses, and the current Project Prioritization List.

• Overview of the LMS Plan update process
• Review of the current Project Prioritization List (PPL) to determine which projects stay or are removed
• Discussion of organization-specific mitigation goals and completed projects since 2020
• Review of survey questionnaires for upcoming public meetings

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Indian River County Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to approve minutes, consider a preliminary Planned Development plan for Spoonbill Preserve, and grant administrative permits for a pigeon kennel.

• Approval of June 13, 2024 minutes
• Spoonbill Preserve PD plan/Plat approval request
• Administrative permit for a non-commercial pigeon kennel
• Public comment opportunity required before actions
• Meeting adjournment no later than 11:00 PM

Code Enforcement Board

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

• Vacation rental license violations at 103 35th Ave and 1409 Waxwing Lane
• Right-of-way and stormwater drainage violations at 8550 Jungle Trail
• Building permit and dock violations at 3027 Golf View Dr
• Zoning, flood protection, and debris violations at 14550 111th St
• Junk vehicles and property maintenance violations at 1391 4th Ct and 6535 5th Pl

Affordable Housing Advisory Committee

The Indian River County Affordable Housing Advisory Committee will hold its regular meeting to receive updates on local affordable housing actions from municipal representatives and staff, review SHIP program progress, and discuss planning updates. The meeting is procedural with no formal decisions listed on the agenda.

Economic Development Council

The Economic Development Council will meet to approve minutes from the April 23, 2024 meeting and hear an Economic Development Report from Helene Caseltine.

• Economic Development Report presented by Helene Caseltine
• Approval of April 23, 2024 meeting minutes

Environmental Land Acquisition Panel

The Environmental Land Acquisition Panel is meeting to review new parcel applications and approve minutes from the June 18, 2024, meeting. The panel will also discuss bond consultant matters and receive comments from staff and the chair.

• Review of new parcel applications
• Approval of June 18, 2024, meeting minutes
• Discussion of bond consultant matters

Beach & Shore Preservation Advisory Committee

The Beach & Shore Preservation Advisory Committee will convene at 3:00 PM in room B1-501 of the County Administration Building (1800 27th Street, Vero Beach) to review coastal division updates, including beach restoration projects, receive an update from the Sebastian Inlet District, and discuss the status of county beach parks. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from the June 17 meeting and opportunities for public discussion.

• Approval of minutes from June 17, 2024
• Coastal Division updates, including beach restoration projects
• Update from the Sebastian Inlet District
• Status of County Beach Parks

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is conducting a budget workshop to review various county funds and departments. This includes reviewing the General Fund, Constitutional Officers, and several special districts. The Board will consider proposed changes to the tentative budget and move to adopt proposed millage rates.

• Review of proposed aggregate millage rate of 6.1198
• Public hearing for Solid Waste Disposal District
• Review of General Fund and Constitutional Officer budgets
• Discussion of Transportation, Emergency Services, and Enterprise Funds

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will hold a public hearing regarding federal transit grants for bus replacement and assistance. The meeting also includes discussions on potential fee and rate modifications for Utility Services and funding recommendations for Children's Services. Additionally, the board will review various property exchanges and contract amendments.

• Public hearing for FTA Grant Application for bus replacement
• Proposed fee and rate modifications for Utility Services
• Final plat approval for Meritage Homes’ Hampton Park PD Phase 1
• Children’s Services Advisory Committee funding recommendations for FY 24/25
• Agreement for Landfill Gas Flare Station and Piping

Code Enforcement Board

The board will conduct evidentiary hearings regarding various code and permit violations across the county. Additionally, the meeting includes compliance reviews for existing cases and a lien reduction request.

• Evidentiary hearing for Designer Pools & Enclosures LLC regarding permit and contractor violations
• Evidentiary hearing for Fischer, David B & Kathryn regarding right-of-way and drainage issues
• Evidentiary hearing for O'Grady, Robert & Maria Natalia regarding zoning and rental license violations
• Compliance hearings for properties involving building permits and overgrown weeds
• Lien reduction request for Shane Russell Barry

School Planning Elected Officials Oversight Committee

The committee will elect a new chairman and approve minutes from the July 2023 meeting. Members will also discuss school planning activities and the draft 2023-2024 Annual School Concurrency Assessment Report.

• Election of Chairman
• Approval of July 14, 2023 meeting minutes
• Overview of school planning activities
• Draft 2023-2024 Annual School Concurrency Assessment Report

Environmental Land Acquisition Panel

The Environmental Land Acquisition Panel will meet to review new parcel applications and approve minutes from previous meetings. The agenda also includes discussions regarding bond consultant matters and staff comments. No specific land parcels or project details are identified in this agenda.

• Approval of April 16, 2024, meeting minutes
• Approval of May 21, 2024, summary notes
• Review of new parcel applications
• Discussion of bond consultant matters

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider several contracts for water utilities and infrastructure repairs. The meeting also includes updates to county employee policies regarding termination and disciplinary processes. Additionally, the board will review insurance recommendations for the 2024/2025 plan year.

• Award of bid for Trans Florida Rail Trail Boardwalk Repairs
• Selection of HDR Engineering, Inc. for Integrated Water Master Plan
• Approval of FWC Grant for Derelict Vessel Removal Project
• Amendments to county employee policies on termination and discipline
• Bid award for Waters Edge Culvert Replacement

Beach & Shore Preservation Advisory Committee

The committee will review minutes from the May 20, 2024 meeting. The agenda includes updates on Coastal Division beach restoration projects and the Sebastian Inlet District. Members will also receive a status report on County Beach Parks.

• Approval of May 20, 2024 minutes
• Coastal Division updates including beach restoration projects
• Sebastian Inlet District update
• Status of County Beach Parks

Children's Services Advisory Committee

The committee will review data updates from law enforcement, the hospital district, and the school district. Members will also discuss agency drawdown reports and childcare resources. Additionally, the committee will consider approval for FY24/25 funding recommendations.

• Approval of FY24/25 funding recommendations
• Community data updates from law enforcement, hospital district, and school district
• Review of Agency Drawdown Report
• Discussion regarding Children’s Home Society – Teen Life Choices
• Overview of the Grant Subcommittee process

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Indian River County Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two rezoning applications. The first involves changing 9.91 acres to a heavy commercial district, and the second involves changing 1.45 acres to a general commercial district.

• Patriot Response Group, LLC's request to rezone ±9.91 acres from CG to CH
• Mr. Jody Miller's request to rezone ±1.45 acres from IL to CG

Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO)

The MPO is reviewing the FY 2024/25 – 2028/29 Transportation Improvement Program, which outlines state and federal transportation projects for the next five years. The meeting also includes approval of a planning grant application for transportation disadvantaged services. Additionally, FDOT will present on the Sebastian Inlet Bridge replacement project.

• FY 2024/25 – 2028/29 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP)
• $110 million Sebastian Inlet Bridge replacement project
• $700,000 for 45th Street Complete Street Retrofit engineering and design
• FY 2024/25 Transportation Disadvantaged Trust Fund Planning Grant application
• FDOT presentation on the Sebastian Inlet Bridge Replacement

CSAC Grants Subcommittee

The CSAC Grants Subcommittee is conducting a four-day meeting to review various agency grant proposals for programs such as early childhood programming and youth services. On June 7, the committee will consider funding recommendations and hold a vote.

• Review of agency grant proposals including Big Brothers Big Sisters and Salvation Army
• Approval of April 15, 2024, meeting minutes
• Consideration of funding recommendations
• Committee vote

CSAC Grants Subcommittee

The CSAC Grants Subcommittee will conduct agency reviews for several local programs on June 6, 2024. These reviews cover proposals for childcare, youth development, and literacy initiatives.

• Review of Hibiscus Children's Center, Inc. grant proposals
• Review of The Learning Alliance grant proposals
• Review of Youth Sailing Foundation grant proposals
• Review of Willis Sports Association, Inc. grant proposals
• Review of Redlands Christian Migrant Association grant proposals

Environmental Control Hearing Board

The Indian River County Environmental Control Hearing Board will meet on June 6, 2024. The agenda includes the consideration of draft minutes from April 4, 2024, and hearings for three specific cases. The provided agenda does not specify the subject matter of these cases.

• Case No. 599-23 (No Name Bar)
• Case No. 602-24 (Enrique Gutierrez Hernandez)
• Case No. 603-24 (Odessa Clark)
• Consideration of April 4, 2024, draft minutes

CSAC Grants Subcommittee

The CSAC Grants Subcommittee will review several grant proposals and agency programs during its June 5 session. This includes evaluations for organizations such as Big Brothers Big Sisters, Catholic Charities, and the Healthy Start Coalition. These reviews are part of a multi-day meeting to assess community service funding.

• Review of Big Brothers Big Sisters' Community Based Mentoring and Passport to Early Literacy programs
• Review of Boys & Girls Clubs of Indian River County Project Learn program
• Review of Catholic Charities Samaritan Center proposal
• Review of Healthy Start Coalition services including Doula Services and Fatherhood

MPO Citizen Advisory Committee

The CAC and BPAC will meet to consider the FY 2024/25 – FY 2028/29 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) and the 2024 Priority Projects Report. The meeting includes a presentation on the Railroad Grade Separation Feasibility Study. An FDOT presentation regarding the Sebastian Inlet Bridge Replacement is also scheduled.

• Consideration of the FY 2024/25 – FY 2028/29 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP)
• Consideration of the 2024 Priority Projects Report
• Presentation on the Railroad Grade Separation Feasibility Study
• FDOT presentation regarding the Sebastian Inlet Bridge Replacement
• Review of Bicycle Pedestrian Master Plan proposed implementation projects

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will hold a public hearing regarding a site plan and special exception request from Community Baptist Church, Inc. for a K-12 private school. The agenda also includes revisions to the county debt policy and property exchanges for right-of-way acquisitions. Several administrative items and service contracts are scheduled for approval.

• Public hearing: Special Exception Use and Site Plan Approval for a K-12 Private School
• Revision of the County Debt Policy
• Property exchange at 3890 and 3900 Old Dixie Highway
• Additional service contract for Sandridge Golf Club clubhouse design
• Request for additional staffing and radiology services at Everside Health Center

CSAC Grants Subcommittee

The Children’s Services Advisory Committee (CSAC) Grants Subcommittee is holding a four-day session to review grant proposals from local agencies serving children and families. The first three days are dedicated to hearing presentations from applicants, while the final day on June 7 is reserved for establishing quorum, approving minutes, and voting on funding recommendations. No specific dollar amounts or final decisions are listed in the agenda text.

• Review of grant proposals from Ballet Vero Beach, Early Learning Coalition, and T. T. Hardy Online News Corp.
• Review of proposals from Big Brothers Big Sisters, Boys & Girls Clubs of Indian River County, and Gifford Youth Achievement Center.
• Review of proposals from Childcare Resources of Indian River, Hibiscus Children's Center, and Redlands Christian Migrant Association.
• Review of proposals from Youth Guidance, The Learning Alliance, and Healthy Start Coalition.
• Final committee vote on funding recommendations scheduled for Friday, June 7, 2024.

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

The Public Safety Council will elect a new Chairman and Vice Chairman. It will also review the expansion of the SE Florida Behavioral Health Network Grant and a qualitative data report on opioid and substance use needs. The meeting includes standard procedural items such as approving previous minutes.

• Election of Chairman (action required)
• Election of Vice Chairman (action required)
• Expansion to the SE Florida Behavioral Health Network Grant
• Opioid/SUD/Co-Occurring Needs Assessment- Qualitative Data Report
• Approval of Minutes from February 23, 2024

Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board

The Indian River County Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board will hold its annual public workshop and regular meeting on May 23, 2024. The board will consider the FY 2024/25 annual update to the county's Transportation Disadvantaged Service Plan and review a progress report and reimbursement invoice for the 2023/24 planning grant. Public comment is invited.

• Consideration of FY 2024/25 Annual Update to the Indian River County Transportation Disadvantaged Service Plan (TDSP)
• Review of Progress Report and Reimbursement Invoice #3 for the 2023/24 Planning Grant
• Approval of meeting minutes from February 23, 2024
• Planning Status Report and Community Transportation Coordinator Status Report (no action required)

Tourist Development Council

The Tourist Development Council is meeting to review tourist tax revenue and budget presentations for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. The body will discuss budget requests, complete ratings, and decide funding levels.

• Review of authorized uses of tourist tax revenue per Florida Statute 125.0104(5)(a)
• Tourist tax revenue update
• Description of Tourist Development Grant Rating Sheets
• 2024-2025 budget presentations
• Decision on funding levels for 2024/2025 fiscal year budget requests

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will conduct a public hearing regarding Local Option Gas Tax distribution percentages. The body is also considering fee changes for environmental health and development applications for affordable housing.

• Public hearing on Local Option Gas Tax Distribution Percentages
• Proposed Environmental Health Fee increase
• Waiver of development application and inspection fees for affordable housing projects
• Bid award for C.R. 512 & N. Broadway Street drainage restoration
• Franchise award recommendation for solid waste and recyclables collection services

Environmental Land Acquisition Panel

The Environmental Land Acquisition Panel is meeting to review and take action on several parcel applications. The body will also discuss bond consultant matters and review new parcel applications.

• Review of Louisiana Ave Property application
• Review of Jungle Trail Inland Manor application
• Review of Jungle Trail Fischer Property application
• Review of The Kelly Property application
• Review of Fellsmere ROED Property application

Code Enforcement Board

The Indian River County Code Enforcement Board will hold quasi-judicial hearings on May 20, 2024, to address numerous code violations across Vero Beach and Sebastian. Cases include compliance hearings, evidentiary hearings, and lien reduction requests. The board will determine if violations exist, set correction deadlines, and may impose fines or liens.

• Evidentiary hearing: 10230 Highway A1A Vero Beach – land clearing and dune protection violations (Internal Improvement Trust Fund of the State, c/o FL Dept of Env. Protection)
• Evidentiary hearing: 8550 Jungle Trail Vero Beach – alteration of right-of-way, stormwater drainage, scenic/historic road, junk/debris, no building permit (David B & Kathryn Fischer)
• Lien reduction request: 8799 20th St Vero Beach – land clearing and tree removal violations (John J Ford)
• Compliance hearing: 145 13th Ave Vero Beach – willful and deliberate disregard of ordinances (Barnard Fencing Solutions LLC)
• Evidentiary hearing: 2150 S Highway A1A Vero Beach – sea turtle protection, dune protection, no building permit (John Douglas & Sharon L O'Banion)

Beach & Shore Preservation Advisory Committee

The Beach & Shore Preservation Advisory Committee will hold a standard meeting to approve previous minutes and receive status updates. The agenda includes reports on beach restoration projects, the Sebastian Inlet District, and county beach parks. No specific votes, contracts, or new ordinances are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from April 15, 2024
• Coastal Division updates including Beach Restoration Projects
• Update from the Sebastian Inlet District
• Status of County Beach Parks

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Indian River County Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a quasi-judicial review of two development applications. The agenda includes a request for preliminary plan approval for The Indrio Point Planned Development and a major site plan approval for the Oslo Mine. The meeting is scheduled for April 25, 2024, at 6:00 PM in the County Commission Chambers.

• Indrio Point PD: Preliminary PD Plan/Plat Approval request by Peat Holding, LLC (Zoning: PD, L-1, L-2)
• Oslo Mine: Major Site Plan and Administrative Permit Use Approval request by Banyan Grove, Inc (Zoning: A-2, AG-2)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a special call meeting to address the Solid Waste Disposal District. The primary action involves reviewing the final ranking from the Selection Review Committee for RFP#2024020, which covers solid waste and recyclables collection services. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

• Review of final ranking for RFP#2024020 Solid Waste and Recyclables Collection Services

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will vote on a quasi-judicial ordinance to re-zone approximately 19.6 acres from the A-1 Agricultural District to the RS-3 Single-Family Home Residential District. The meeting also includes a public hearing on a local jobs grant request from Mod Units LLC and a review of updated fee schedules for the Parks, Recreation & Conservation Department. Additionally, the board will approve a consent agenda containing various work orders, including roadway improvements and a traffic operations facility.

• Ordinance to re-zone +19.6 acres from A-1 Agricultural District to RS-3 Single-Family Home Residential District (RZON2002030112-96026)
• Public hearing on Mod Units LLC request for a Local Jobs Grant
• Parks, Recreation & Conservation Department fee schedule and standard operating procedures update
• Award of Bid No. 2024015 for Oslo Road and 90th Avenue Roadway Improvements (IRC-2215)
• Resolution of Support for 26th Street Widening Project and Aviation Boulevard Extension Project

Economic Development Council

The Economic Development Council and Local Technology Planning Team will hold a regular meeting to approve the minutes from March 19, 2024. The agenda includes presentations on the FY24-25 Economic Development budget and a draft Request for Proposals (RFP). No specific dollar amounts or contract details are listed in the agenda text.

• Presentation on FY24-25 Econ Dev budget by Helene Caseltine
• Presentation on Draft RFP by Chris Balter
• Approval of minutes from the March 19, 2024 meeting

Code Enforcement Board

The Indian River County Code Enforcement Board will hold quasi-judicial hearings on numerous property code violations, including building without permits, overgrown weeds, junk vehicles, and illegal parking. The board will decide whether violations exist, set correction deadlines, and may impose fines and liens.

• Evidentiary hearing: Barnard Fencing Solutions, 145 13th Ave, Vero Beach — willful disregard of county ordinances
• Evidentiary hearing: Lashounda Ann Judon, 4806 35th Ave, Vero Beach — no building permit (FBC 105.1)
• Compliance hearing: Charlotte A Gilbert, 3027 Golf View Dr — docks/piers, right-of-way alteration, no permit
• Evidentiary hearing: Peggy L Smith, 2735 51st Ave — no building permit, vehicle parking, trailer storage
• Compliance hearing: River Park 2 LP, 800 Indian River Blvd — site plan nonconformance, landscape maintenance

Environmental Land Acquisition Panel

The Environmental Land Acquisition Panel will approve minutes from February and March 2024 and review parcel applications. The meeting includes informational updates on the ArcGIS Dashboard Hub, a bond consultant, and the property review process. No specific dollar amounts or project names are listed in the agenda text.

• Approval of minutes from the February 20, 2024, and March 19, 2024, meetings
• Review of parcel applications
• Update on the ArcGIS Dashboard Hub
• Bond Consultant Update
• Discussion of the Property Review Process

Beach & Shore Preservation Advisory Committee

The committee is meeting to receive updates on beach restoration projects and the status of county beach parks. The agenda includes a presentation on Sebastian Inlet sand bypassing and an update from the Sebastian Inlet District.

• Approval of March 18th, 2024 minutes
• Coastal Division updates on Beach Restoration Projects
• Sebastian Inlet Sand Bypassing presentation
• Update from the Sebastian Inlet District
• Status of County Beach Parks

Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO)

The Metropolitan Planning Organization is meeting to decide on the 2050 Long Range Transportation Plan and the FY 2024/25-2025/26 Unified Planning Work Program. The body will also review a transportation coordinator evaluation and consider an amendment to the Transportation Improvement Program.

• Consideration of the 2050 Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP) Scope of Services
• Consideration of the Final FY 2024/25-2025/26 Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP)
• Consideration of an Amendment to the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP)
• Review of Community Transportation Coordinator (CTC) Annual Evaluation Report for FY 2022/23
• FDOT presentation on the preferred alternative for the US 1/Aviation Blvd. intersection

Board of County Commissioners

The Indian River County Board of County Commissioners is meeting to consider a lengthy consent agenda, including routine financial reports, insurance renewal for FY25, a third amendment to the Jackie Robinson Training Complex lease, and restroom renovations for Main and North County Libraries. The board will also hear public discussion items on code enforcement issues and a request from the State Attorney's Office, and consider authorizing foreclosures on several code enforcement cases.

• Third Amendment to Amended and Restated Facility Lease Agreement for Jackie Robinson Training Complex
• Insurance Renewal FY25
• Restroom Renovations for Main and North County Libraries - Work Order No. 1 (IRC-2403)
• Authorization to proceed with foreclosures on code enforcement cases (Frenezy, Richardson, TWLS 2025 LLC, TWLS 2035 LLC, Mortgage Assets Management, LLC)
• Children's Services Funding Allocation for Fiscal Year 2024/25

Environmental Control Hearing Board

The Environmental Control Hearing Board is meeting to conduct a hearing on one specific case. The board will also consider the draft minutes from February 8, 2023.

• Hearing for Case No. 599-23: No Name Bar

Children's Services Advisory Committee

The Children's Services Advisory Committee is meeting to review community data and provide updates on various youth programs. The body will discuss strategic planning and budget recommendations for the 2024-25 fiscal year.

• Recommendation for the FY 2024-25 Budget
• Substance Awareness Center – Adolescent Outpatient Treatment Program
• Helping Hands Summer Program
• Law Enforcement, Hospital District, and School District data updates
• Needs Assessment and Grants sub-committee updates

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a site expansion for a residential treatment center. The body will also consider a request for mangrove trimming and revegetation at a property on Jungle Trail.

• Public hearing for Hope for Families request for Special Exception Use and Major Site Plan Approval to expand a residential treatment center
• Proposed mangrove trimming, invasive species removal, and plant revegetation at 8550 Jungle Trail (Fischer Property)

MPO Bicycle Advisory Committee

The Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Committee is meeting to review the proposed bicycle and sidewalk networks from the Master Plan. The committee will take action on the Unified Planning Work Program for FY 2024/25 – 2025/26 and the 2050 Long Range Transportation Plan Scope of Services.

• FY 2024/25 – 2025/26 Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP)
• 2050 Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP) Scope of Services
• Bicycle Pedestrian Master Plan Proposed Bicycle Network and Sidewalk Network presentation

Code Enforcement Board

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

• Compliance hearing for 3027 Golf View Dr regarding docks, piers, and building permits
• Compliance hearing for 11191 US Hwy 1 regarding site plan approval and wetland alterations
• Evidentiary hearing for 2856 58th Ct regarding building permits and zoning district use
• Administrative hearings for properties on 79th Ave regarding zoning and commercial vehicles
• Lien reduction requests for 4024 9th Ln and 6345 85th St

MPO Technical Advisory Committee

The MPO Technical Advisory Committee is meeting to review and take action on the Unified Planning Work Program and the 2050 Long Range Transportation Plan. The committee will also consider an amendment to the Transportation Improvement Program and receive presentations on intersection and pedestrian planning.

• Final FY 2024/25 -2025/26 Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP)
• 2050 Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP) Scope of Services
• Amendment to the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP)
• FDOT presentation on US 1/ Aviation Blvd. Intersection preferred alternative
• Bicycle Pedestrian Master Plan proposed bicycle and sidewalk network presentation

Board of County Commissioners

This is a special call meeting of the Solid Waste Disposal District. The agenda includes a staff/consultant presentation, board comments/questions, and public input, but no specific action items are listed. The meeting appears to be for discussion and public comment only.

• Staff/consultant presentation on solid waste disposal
• Public input opportunity
• Board comments and questions

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider a request for an economic development tax exemption for Mod Units LLC. The agenda includes several consent items regarding park facilities, mowing services, and stormwater management.

• Economic Development Ad Valorem Tax Exemption for Mod Units LLC
• Bid 2024031: New Restroom Facility at Fran B. Adams North County Regional Park
• Bid 2024033: Annual Right-of-Way Mowing
• RFP 2024014: Jones’ Pier Conservation Area Design & Fabrication of Interpretive Center Exhibits
• Release of a Ten-Foot Conservation Easement at 5180 95th Street

Economic Development Council

The Indian River County Economic Development Council and Local Technology Planning Team will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from January 30, 2024, and hear a presentation on a Jobs Grant for Mod Units by Chris Balter. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items listed.

• Approval of minutes from January 30, 2024 meeting
• Presentation: Jobs Grant – Mod Units – Chris Balter
• Next meeting scheduled for May 21, 2024

Environmental Land Acquisition Panel

The Environmental Land Acquisition Panel will hold its regular monthly meeting to approve minutes, review applications for land acquisition, and discuss updates on the ArcGIS Dashboard Hub, bond consultant, and the property review process. The meeting is open to the public.

• Approval of minutes from February 20, 2024
• Update on ArcGIS Dashboard Hub
• Bond consultant update
• Property review process discussion
• Application(s) review (action item)

Beach & Shore Preservation Advisory Committee

The Beach & Shore Preservation Advisory Committee will hold a routine meeting to approve previous minutes and receive status updates. The agenda includes reports on beach restoration projects, the Sebastian Inlet District, and the status of county beach parks. No specific contracts, ordinances, or fee changes are listed for decision.

• Approval of minutes from February 26, 2024
• Coastal Division updates including Beach Restoration Projects
• Update from the Sebastian Inlet District
• Status of County Beach Parks

CSAC Grants Subcommittee

The Children’s Services Advisory Committee Grant Subcommittee will hold a procedural meeting to approve minutes and hear a report from the Community Services Director. The agenda includes a walkthrough of a Request for Proposals (RFP) and updates on the 2024 program site visits. No specific contracts, dollar amounts, or final decisions are listed in the agenda text.

• Approval of January 22, 2024 minutes
• RFP Walkthrough presented by Community Services Director
• 2024 Program Site Visits sign-up information
• Introduction of newest CSAC Grant Subcommittee member
• e-Cimpact Training on the CSAC Grant Platform

Public School Planning Staff Working Group

The Public School Planning Staff Working Group will meet to approve minutes from its February 2, 2024 meeting and review the draft 2023-2024 school concurrency assessment report. The agenda also includes other matters and adjournment.

• Approval of minutes from February 2, 2024 meeting
• Review of draft 2023-2024 school concurrency assessment report

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a request by Island Manor Development LLC to rezone 19.6 acres from A-1 Agricultural District to RS-3 Single-Family Home Residential District. The commission will also consider approval of minutes from previous meetings and may discuss other matters.

• Public hearing on rezoning 19.6 acres from A-1 to RS-3 (RZON2002030112-96026)
• Approval of minutes from December 14, 2023 and January 11, 2024 meetings

Board of County Commissioners

The Indian River County Board of County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda covering financial reports, grants, and contracts, plus public hearings and discussion items. Notable items include updates on beachfront litigation, opioid settlement payouts, and a request to allocate tourist development funds.

• 22 Beachfront Litigation Update
• Manufacturers and Retail Opioid Class Action Settlement Payouts
• Request from Tourist Development Council for Allocation of Funds to Play Treasure Coast Sports Tourism
• Approval of Work Order 2 - Renovation Project for Fire Station 2
• Twenty-Third Amendment and Extension to Republic Services (Solid Waste Disposal District)

Children's Services Advisory Committee

The Children's Services Advisory Committee met to approve minutes and review data updates from law enforcement, hospitals, and schools. The agenda included a walkthrough of a Request for Proposals (RFP) and a release, along with updates on the FY24 program drawdown report and strategic planning. No specific dollar amounts or contract awards were listed in the agenda text.

• RFP Walkthrough & Release
• FY24 CSAC Program Drawdown Report
• STEP into Kindergarten program update
• Strategic Planning discussion
• Approval of minutes from January 9 and February 6, 2024

Code Enforcement Board

The Indian River County Code Enforcement Board will hold quasi-judicial hearings on numerous alleged code violations, including sea turtle and dune protection, building without permits, overgrown weeds, junk vehicles, and zoning issues. The board will also consider lien reduction requests and administrative hearings. This is a routine enforcement meeting with no new policy decisions.

• 2150 S Highway A1A, Vero Beach: sea turtle protection, dune protection, no building permit
• 3027 Golf View Dr, Vero Beach: docks/piers/boatslips violation, alteration of right-of-way without permit
• 14550 11th St, Fellsmere: land clearing debris stockpile, burning debris, zoning district use, flood protection
• 11191 US Highway 1, Sebastian: use without site plan approval, wetland alteration, wetland buffer encroachment
• Lien reduction requests for 365 6th Rd SW and 8376 102nd Ave, Vero Beach

Beach & Shore Preservation Advisory Committee

The Beach & Shore Preservation Advisory Committee will meet to approve minutes from its January 22, 2024 meeting and receive updates on beach restoration projects, the Sebastian Inlet District, and county beach parks. The agenda is largely informational, with the only formal action being the approval of the previous meeting's minutes.

• Approval of minutes from January 22, 2024 – action required
• Coastal Division updates, including beach restoration projects
• Update from the Sebastian Inlet District
• Status of County Beach Parks

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 from November 17, 2023, and discuss an expansion to the SE Florida Behavioral Health Network Grant. The agenda also includes commissioner, committee, and chairman matters, plus public discussion items.

• Approval of minutes from November 17, 2023 (action required)
• Expansion to the SE Florida Behavioral Health Network Grant (A. Busbin)
• Commissioner's Matters
• Committee Members' Matters
• Public Discussion Items

Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board

The Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board will meet to elect a vice chair, approve meeting minutes, and review several action items including the 2023/24 planning grant reimbursement invoice #2, the Community Transportation Coordinator annual evaluation for FY 2022/23, and updates to bylaws and grievance procedures. The board will also hear status reports on planning and the Community Transportation Coordinator, and review the 2020 Community Characteristics Report. Public comment will be taken.

• Election of Vice Chair
• Approval of Progress Report and Reimbursement Invoice #2 for 2023/24 Planning Grant
• Review of Community Transportation Coordinator Annual Evaluation Report for FY 2022/23
• Review of TDLCB Bylaws for FY 2023/24
• Review of TDLCB Grievance Procedures for FY 2023/24

Tourist Development Council

The Indian River County Tourist Development Council will hold a procedural meeting to approve minutes from November 15, 2023, and elect a Vice Chairman. The agenda includes a review of tourist tax revenue but lists no specific contracts, ordinances, or development projects for decision. The meeting is scheduled for February 21, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. in the County Commission Chamber.

• Approval of minutes from November 15, 2023
• Tourist Tax Revenue Update
• Vice Chairman Election

Board of County Commissioners

The Indian River County Commission will hold a public hearing on charging criminal defendants additional fees and eliminating costs for indigent defendants, and will consider a revised Local Housing Assistance Plan for fiscal years 2024-2027. The consent agenda includes budget amendments, contract awards, and project approvals. Several proclamations and informational updates are also scheduled.

• Public hearing on ordinance to charge criminal defendants additional fees and eliminate costs for indigent defendants
• Revised Local Housing Assistance Plan for FY 2024-2025 through 2026-2027
• Award of Bid 2024017 for Station 11 Roof Replacement
• Award of Bid 2024027 for Class 1 Landfill Segment 3 Cell 3 Phase II Project
• Fourth of July Fireworks Funding for Sebastian and Vero Beach

Environmental Land Acquisition Panel

The Environmental Land Acquisition Panel will meet to discuss updates to its ArcGIS Dashboard Hub and a bond consultant update, then vote on opening an application window for land acquisition. The panel will also approve minutes from the January 16, 2023 meeting. This is a routine monthly meeting with no major decisions beyond the application window.

• Approval of minutes from January 16, 2023
• Update on ArcGIS Dashboard Hub
• Bond consultant update
• Action item: Open application window for land acquisition
• Next meeting scheduled for March 19, 2024

Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO)

The Indian River County Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) will meet to elect officers, approve minutes, and take action on several transportation items, including a Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) amendment, adoption of safety targets, and the draft list of priority projects. They will also discuss the CR 510 PD&E study and the FY 2024/25-2025/26 Unified Planning Work Program, but no action is required on those items.

• Election of officers
• Approval of December 13, 2023 minutes
• Consideration of CR 510 Project Development & Environment (PD&E) study
• Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) amendment
• Adoption of MPO safety targets

Environmental Control Hearing Board

The Indian River County Environmental Control Hearing Board will convene to consider draft minutes, hear two enforcement cases (No Name Bar, Case 599-23, and Best Septic, Inc., Case 601-23), and discuss board matters. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no additional substantive items listed.

• Hearing case 599-23: No Name Bar
• Hearing case 601-23: Best Septic, Inc.
• Consideration of draft minutes from December 7, 2023
• Swearing in of those intending to testify

Affordable Housing Advisory Committee

The Indian River County Affordable Housing Advisory Committee will approve the minutes from the January 3, 2024 meeting and the 2024 meeting schedule. The committee will discuss Planning and Development Services updates, including SHIP updates. Members from various local governments and housing sectors will provide updates on local affordable housing actions.

• Approval of minutes from the January 3, 2024 Regular Meeting
• Approval of 2024 meeting dates
• Discussion of Planning and Development Services SHIP Updates
• 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
• Updates from non-profit (Habitat for Humanity), for-profit, and real estate representatives

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings on a proposed zoning change for 65.13 acres from agricultural to multifamily residential, and on amendments to the 5-year Capital Improvements Program. The board will also consider consent agenda items including contracts, grants, and plats, and hear presentations on a train quiet zone and proclamations.

• Rezoning 65.13 acres from A-1 to RM-6 (RZON96050010-95752)
• Amend 5-Year Capital Improvements Program FY 2023/24-2027/28
• FWC grant for derelict vessel removal
• Final plat approval for Preserve at Waterway Village POD X
• Renewal of food concession lease at Sandridge Golf Club

MPO Citizen Advisory Committee

The MPO Citizen Advisory Committee will meet to take action on several transportation items, including a Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) amendment, the draft List of Priority Projects (LOPP), and adoption of safety targets. They will also discuss the CR 510 PD&E study alternatives and the FY 2024/25-2025/26 Unified Planning Work Program, with no action required on those items. The meeting includes election of officers and approval of minutes from the joint CAC-BPAC meeting.

• Election of officers
• Approval of minutes from joint CAC-BPAC meeting (Dec 5, 2023)
• Consideration of Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) amendment
• Consideration of draft List of Priority Projects (LOPP)
• Adoption of MPO Safety Targets

Public School Planning Staff Working Group

The Public School Planning Staff Working Group will review the final 2022-2023 school concurrency assessment report and discuss maintaining the adopted level of service for schools, including enrollment trends, capacity projects, attendance zones, and impact fees. They will also get updates on non-capacity-producing projects. The meeting is largely procedural, with no specific decisions or dollar amounts listed.

• Approval of minutes from March 17, 2023 meeting
• Review of final 2022-2023 school concurrency assessment report
• Discussion on maintaining adopted school level of service (LOS)
• Update on capacity-producing projects and impact fees
• Update on non-capacity-producing projects

Economic Development Council

The Economic Development Council will approve minutes from July 18, 2023, and set the 2024 meeting schedule. The agenda includes presentations on an economic development report, a tax abatement project, and the Local Technology Planning Team's digital connectivity program.

• Approval of minutes from the July 18, 2023 meeting
• Approval of 2024 meeting dates
• Presentation on Project Mod – Tax Abatement
• Presentation on LTPT – Digital Connectivity Program by Cecil Bradley of Florida Telecommunications Relay, Inc.

MPO Technical Advisory Committee

The MPO Technical Advisory Committee will meet to elect officers, approve minutes, and take action on several transportation planning items, including a TIP amendment, safety targets, the draft List of Priority Projects, and the draft Unified Planning Work Program. They will also discuss the CR 510 PD&E alternatives and receive a status report from advisory committees.

• Election of officers
• Consideration of CR 510 Project Development & Environmental (PD&E) alternatives
• Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) Amendment
• Adoption of MPO Safety Targets
• Draft List of Priority Projects (LOPP) and Draft FY 2024/25–FY 2025/26 UPWP

Board of County Commissioners

The Indian River County Commission meets to consider a range of items, including public hearings on a 5-year capital improvements plan amendment, a biosolids moratorium extension, and a rezoning. The consent agenda includes numerous contracts, grants, and routine approvals, such as a well replacement bid, an urban service boundary study, and an impact fee study. A public discussion item addresses septic-to-sewer funding for a property in Sebastian.

• Public hearing: Amend 5-Year Capital Improvements Program and Comprehensive Plan (FY 2023/24-2027/28)
• Public hearing: Biosolids Moratorium Extension Ordinance
• Public hearing: Rezone +2.0 acres from RS-6 to RMH-8 (RZON96050010-95727)
• Award of Bid 2024024 for Upper Floridian Aquifer South Well No. 1 Replacement
• Award of RFP 2024025 for Urban Service Boundary Study

MPO Bicycle Advisory Committee

The MPO Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC) will meet to elect officers, approve minutes, and take action on several key items: adopting MPO safety targets, considering the draft list of priority projects (LOPP), and reviewing the draft Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) for FY 2024/25–2025/26. They will also discuss the CR 510 PD&E alternatives (no action required) and receive a status report on advisory committees. The meeting is open to public comment.

• Election of officers
• Adoption of MPO safety targets
• Consideration of draft List of Priority Projects (LOPP)
• Consideration of Draft FY 2024/25–FY 2025/26 Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP)
• Discussion of CR 510 Project Development & Environmental (PD&E) alternatives

Code Enforcement Board

The Indian River County Code Enforcement Board will hold quasi-judicial hearings on numerous alleged code violations, including land clearing, wetland encroachment, junk/debris, and building without permits. The board may impose fines and liens, and will also consider a lien reduction request. The agenda includes procedural items like electing a chairman and approving minutes.

• Evidentiary hearing for David B. & Kathryn Fischer at 8550 Jungle Trail, Vero Beach, with 8 violations including stormwater, scenic road, and wetland buffer encroachment.
• Evidentiary hearing for Jill & Kameron Helsel at 14550 118th St, Fellsmere, for land clearing debris, burning, zoning, and flood protection violations.
• Compliance hearing for MBC Property Acquisitions Inc at 9050 66th Ave, Sebastian, with 6 violations including wetland alteration and unlicensed subcontractor.
• Compliance hearing for Everybody Rides Inc at 11191 US Highway 1, Sebastian, for site plan and wetland violations.
• Lien reduction request by Golden Eagle Upholstery Services Corp at 3890 Old Dixie Hwy, Vero Beach.

CSAC Grants Subcommittee

The Children's Services Advisory Committee Grant Subcommittee is meeting to discuss the needs assessment, funding priorities framework, and alignment with the RFP, application, and evaluation rubric. They will also hear a report from the Community Services Director covering training, site visits, timeline updates, Children's Week, and a social media campaign. The meeting includes public comment and approval of the December 18, 2023 minutes.

• Discussion of Needs Assessment
• Funding Priorities Framework discussion
• Alignment with RFP, Application, and Evaluation/Scoring Rubric
• Community Services Director Report on 2024 Program Site Visits and Children's Week
• Approval of December 18, 2023 minutes

Environmental Land Acquisition Panel

The Environmental Land Acquisition Panel will hold a routine meeting to elect its Chair and Vice-Chair and approve minutes from October 17, 2023. The agenda includes a discussion of a preview for the GIS Dashboard related to the Environmental Bond Process and Commissioner Matters. The panel will also review a proposed 2024 calendar. No specific land acquisitions, contracts, or ordinances are listed for decision.

• Election of Panel Chair and Vice-Chair
• Approval of minutes from October 17, 2023
• Discussion of GIS Dashboard preview for Environmental Bond Process
• Review of proposed 2024 meeting calendar

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a request by Riverfront Groves, Inc. to rezone 65.13 acres from A-1 Agricultural-1 to RM-6 Multiple-Family Residential. The commission will also elect a chairman and vice chairman and handle routine agenda items.

• Rezone 65.13 acres from A-1 to RM-6 (RZON96050010-95752)
• Election of chairman and vice chairman
• Public comment opportunity before actions

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider allocating opioid class action lawsuit settlement funds and approving the sale/donation of the former Gifford Gardens Apartments property to Habitat for Humanity. The agenda also includes numerous consent items such as contracts, bid awards, and plat approvals, plus a proposed resolution supporting a rainy season fertilizer ban.

• Opioid settlement fund allocation resolution
• Sale/donation of former Gifford Gardens Apartments to Habitat for Humanity
• Final plat approvals for Harbor Isle Phase I and Sunshine Travel RV Resort Expansion
• FDOT TRIP supplemental agreement for 66th Avenue construction (IRC-1505B)
• Proposed resolution supporting strict rainy season ban urban fertilizer ordinance

Children's Services Advisory Committee

The Children's Services Advisory Committee is meeting to review agency reports, community data updates, and sub-committee activities. They will discuss funding priorities, grant applications, and a scoring rubric, as well as approve minutes from the previous meeting. The agenda includes routine updates and planning items, with no major decisions or public hearings scheduled.

• Approval of December 5, 2023 minutes
• End-of-Year Data Report Highlights
• Law Enforcement Data Update by Sheriff Flowers
• Grant Application and Grant Scoring Rubric discussion
• Children's Week, February 25 – March 1, 2024

CSAC Needs Subcommittee

The Children's Services Advisory Committee Needs Assessment Sub-Committee is meeting to review feedback and finalize recommendations on priorities, focus areas, and data indicators for the children's services needs assessment. The agenda includes approval of prior minutes and public comment. This is a working session focused on shaping the assessment's direction.

• Review Needs Assessment Feedback and Adjustments
• Finalize and Approve Recommendation of Priorities, Focus Areas, and Data Indicators
• Approval of Minutes from December 18, 2023
• Public comment opportunity

Affordable Housing Advisory Committee

The Indian River County Affordable Housing Advisory Committee is holding a regular meeting to discuss updates on the State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) program and hear reports from local jurisdictions and housing stakeholders. The agenda includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes and updates from various city and town representatives, as well as non-profit and for-profit housing sectors.

• SHIP program updates from Planning and Development Services
• Local affordable housing action updates from Vero Beach, Sebastian, Fellsmere, Indian River Shores, and Orchid
• Reports from Habitat for Humanity and other housing advocates
• Approval of October 25, 2023 meeting minutes