TO: Board of County Commissioners
THROUGH: John A. Titkanich, Jr., County Administrator
THROUGH: Jennifer W. Shuler, County Attorney
FROM: Christopher A. Hicks, Assistant County Attorney
DATE: December 19, 2025
SUBJECT: Second Amendment to Water, Wastewater, and Reclaimed Water Franchise Agreement Between the City of Fellsmere and Indian River County
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BACKGROUND
The County and the City of Fellsmere entered into a franchise agreement in 2018 for the County to provide water, wastewater and reclaimed water utility services within portions of the corporate limits of Fellsmere in which it is more beneficial for the County to serve. The agreement was amended in 2019 to include more properties, allowing the services to businesses along State Road 512. Currently, the County is constructing Fire Station 7 along 512 and another amendment is needed to allow service to the site. The City has reviewed and approved this Second Amendment.
ANALYSIS
This amendment is necessary to provide service to our soon to be completed Fire Station 7, which will expand Indian River County Fire Rescue’s ability to serve North County.
BUDGETARY IMPACT
None
PREVIOUS BOARD ACTIONS
The Board previously reviewed the original franchise agreement and the 2019 amendment.
POTENTIAL FUTURE BOARD ACTIONS
There may be future amendments as services may need to be expanded.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Recommended Action
County staff recommends that the Board approve Second Amendment to the Franchise Agreement and authorize the Chair to execute the same.