TO: Board of County Commissioners
THROUGH: John A. Titkanich, Jr., County Administrator
Nancy A. Bunt, Assistant County Administrator
FROM: Danny Ooley, Assistant Public Works Director
DATE: January 7, 2026
SUBJECT: Interlocal Agreement between Indian River County and the City of Fellsmere Regarding the Grading of Roads and Operational Assistance Mutual Aid Agreement
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BACKGROUND
The City of Fellsmere (City) wishes to enter into an Interlocal Agreement with Indian River County (County) to begin maintaining their dirt roads consisting of approximately 10.5 miles located generally within the Original Town Site which consists of an area of approximately one (1) square mile. The City shall be responsible to budget funds for the stabilizer material and for the cost of the grader and operator (which includes fuel, maintenance and insurance). The County shall be responsible to transport and place stabilizer material on an annual basis and bring the dirt roads to acceptable standards on a scheduled route pursuant to existing County policies and procedures. It is anticipated that the city roads will be graded every 10 days, utilizing the two graders that are currently in the area grading existing county roads. The County will maintain records of road maintenance and material for FEMA in the event of storm damage. Also, the County and City agree to mutual aid provisions outlined within Section 5 of the Agreement which also outlines their relationship during storms or emergencies for better response time. The Interlocal Agreement will be presented to the City of Fellsmere City Council on January 8, 2026.
ANALYSIS
The Agreement is for two (2) years, and will automatically renew every two (2) years unless either the City or County provides 60 days written notice of their intent to terminate the Agreement. The Agreement also outlines a termination for convenience clause upon 30 days written notice by either the City or County.
BUDGETARY IMPACT
All funding will be provided by the City of Fellsmere as outlined in the Agreement, and will be evaluated and adjusted annually based on the previous years costs and any future anticipated costs.
POTENTIAL FUTURE BOARD ACTIONS
The Agreement may be modified at any time by the mutual consent of either the City or County in the same manner as its original adoption.
STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT
Aligns with the County's strategic priorities by enhancing public safety, supporting ADA accessibility, improving pedestrian mobility, and fostering a more connected community.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Recommended Action
Staff recommends the Board of County Commissioners approve the Interlocal Agreement between Indian River County and the City of Fellsmere regarding the Grading of Roads within the City of Fellsmere and Voluntary Cooperation and Operational Assistance Mutual Aid Agreement and authorize the Chairman to execute the same.