Indian River County

Administration Complex

1801 27th Street

Indian River County, Florida

Vero Beach, Florida 32960

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Meeting Minutes - Final

Board of County Commissioners

Joseph Flescher, District 2, Chairman

Deryl Loar, District 4, Vice Chairman

Susan Adams, District 1

Joseph H. Earman, District 3

Laura Moss, District 5

John A. Titkanich, Jr., County Administrator

Jennifer W. Shuler, County Attorney

Ryan L. Butler, Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller

Tuesday, September 23, 2025

9:00 AM

Commission Chambers

1. CALL TO ORDER

5 -

Present:

Chairman Joseph Flescher

Vice Chairman Deryl Loar

Commissioner Susan Adams

Commissioner Joe Earman

Commissioner Laura Moss

2.A. A MOMENT OF SILENT REFLECTION FOR FIRST RESPONDERS AND MEMBERS OF

THE ARMED FORCES

2.B. INVOCATION

Leslie Swan, Supervisor of Elections

3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

Jennifer Shuler, County Attorney

4. ADDITIONS/DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA / EMERGENCY ITEMS

A motion was made by Commissioner Moss, seconded by Commissioner Adams,

to approve the Agenda as amended, adding Item 12.A. The motion carried by the

following vote:

5 -

Aye:

Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman Loar, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner

Earman, and Commissioner Moss

5. PROCLAMATIONS and PRESENTATIONS

25-0932

5.A.

Recommended Action:

Recommend read & present.

Attachments: 09.23.25 Suicide Awareness Month

A representative of 2-1-1 thanked the Board for supporting the work they do in the

community.

Read and Presented by Chairman Flescher

25-0933

5.B.

Recommended Action:

Recommend Read & Present.

Attachments: Proclamation

Assistant Fire Chief Richard Marini thanked the Board for the Proclamation which

helped raise awareness about fire safety and prevention. He added tips for the safe

use of lithium batteries: charge electronics on a hard surface, unplug fully charged

items, choose UL tested lithium batteries, and recycle lithium batteries appropriately

by checking call2recycle.org.

Read and Presented by Commissioner Earman

25-0935

5.C.

Recommended Action:

Read & Present.

Attachments: Proclamation Recognizing Hunger Action Month

Karen Aiello, Donor Relations Manager for the Treasure Coast Food Bank,

appeared before the Board to accept the Proclamation. Ms. Aiello informed the

Board of the organization's partnerships and collaborations in the Treasure Coast

Area. Their month-long campaign to raise awareness included an "Outrun Hunger"

event and a campaign called "Light Up Orange", noting orange was the color of

hunger relief and represented encouragement and determination.

Read and Presented by Commissioner Loar

25-0882

5.D.

Recommended Action:

Presentation to announce awards recently won at the Florida Governor's

Conference

Ben Earman, Vice President of Marketing with Visit Indian River County, and Krista

Hoyt, Tourism Communications Manager, appeared before the Board with mascot

Calvin to discuss the latest award-winning campaign for Indian River County tourism.

Mr. Earman informed the Board their work had earned first place for Specialty

Marketing and second place in Television Advertising from the Governor's

Conference on Tourism.

Slides were shown of the campaigns which featured Calvin's selfies showing

"Pawsome Trips" for pet owners, and a new television commercial with the tagline

"This is Indian River County". The presentation provided details on the deployment

across different media, successful engagement, and the quantified increase in visitors

to the County. Mr. Earman mentioned his and Ms. Hoyt's work earned five awards in

the two years they've been on the job. Calvin the golden retriever also received

special mention for the following he'd amassed. The campaigns could be seen on the

Chamber's website, indianriverchamber.com.

Presented

6. APPROVAL OF MINUTES

7. INFORMATION ITEMS FROM STAFF OR COMMISSIONERS NOT REQUIRING BOARD

ACTION

8. PUBLIC COMMENT: AGENDA-RELATED MATTERS (EXCEPT FOR PUBLIC

HEARINGS)

9. CONSENT AGENDA

A motion was made by Vice Chairman Loar, seconded by Chairman Flescher, to

approve the Consent Agenda as amended, pulling Item 9.A. for discussion The

motion carried by the following vote:

5 -

Aye:

Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman Loar, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner

Earman, and Commissioner Moss

25-0900

9.A.

Recommended Action:

Staff recommends the Board approve the two proposed changes to the Procurement

Policies and Procedures Manual, effective October 1, 2025.

Attachments: Redline of September 23 Change Request

Chairman Flescher requested adding an additional amendment to the Procurement

Policies and Procedures Manual (Manual). The Chairman wanted a sentence added

stating that the County Administrator would be notified within one to three days of any

unbudgeted purchases, even those under the $100,000 mark. The Chairman's

rationale was that the County Administrator should bear the ultimate responsibility for

staff's spending. After discussion, it was agreed that the line would be added to the

end of Section 2.4, Capital Item Purchases, of the Manual.

A motion was made by Vice Chairman Loar, seconded by Commissioner Earman,

to approve staff's recommendation with the additional amendment regarding

County Administrator notification. The motion carried by the following vote:

5 -

Aye:

Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman Loar, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner

Earman, and Commissioner Moss

25-0888

9.B.

Recommended Action:

Staff recommends the Board of County Commissioners approve the Customer

Service Agreement and Addendum, and authorize the Chairman to execute them after

the County attorney has approved them for as to form and legal sufficiency.

Attachments: IRC Customer Service Agreement

Draft Addendum

Approved staff's recommendation

25-0890

9.C.

Recommended Action:

Staff recommends the Board approve the first extension and amendment to the

agreements with Ecological Associates, Inc. (fka The Transit Group, Inc.),

Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc., Applied Ecology, Inc., Environmental Science

Associates, and Environmental Consulting & Technology, Inc. and authorize the

Chairman to execute them after the County Attorney has approved them as to form

and legal sufficiency.

Attachments: 2023060 CCNA Env & Bio Services First Extension & Amendment

Approved staff's recommendation

25-0868

9.D.

Recommended Action:

Staff recommends the Board approve the first extension and amendment to the

agreement with Critical Response Strategies, LLC, and authorize the Chairman to sign

them after the County Attorney’s approval as to form and legal sufficiency.

Attachments: Medical Services for PSN Shelter - First Extension & Amendment

Approved staff's recommendation

25-0883

9.E.

Recommended Action:

Staff recommends the Board approve the second extension and amendment to the

agreements with M&M Asphalt Maintenance, Inc., dba All County Paving and

Ranger Construction Industries, Inc. and authorize the Chairman to execute them after

the County Attorney has approved them as to form and legal sufficiency.

Attachments:

Annual Paving & Resurfacing - M&M Second Extension &

Amendment

Annual Paving & Resurfacing - Ranger Second Extension &

Amendment

Approved staff's recommendation

25-0834

9.F.

Recommended Action:

Staff recommends the Board approve the second extensions and amendments to the

agreements with Bore Tech Utilities & Maintenance, Inc., Precision Contracting

Services, Inc., and Gerelcom, Inc., and authorize the Chairman to sign them after the

County Attorney’s approval as to form and legal sufficiency.

Attachments: Fiber Second Extension & Amendment - Bore Tech

Fiber Second Extension & Amendment - Gerelcom

Fiber Second Extension & Amendment - PCS

Approved staff's recommendation

25-0913

9.G.

Recommended Action:

Staff recommends the Board of County Commissioners approve the budget resolution

amending the fiscal year 2024/2025 budget.

Attachments: 2024 2025 Resolution

Exhibit "A"

Approved staff's recommendation and Resolution 2025-056, amending the Fiscal

Year 2024-2025 Budget.

25-0892

9.H.

Recommended Action:

Staff recommends the Board of County Commissioners approve the budget resolution

amending the fiscal year 2024/2025 budget.

Attachments: Budget Resolution

Exhibit "A"

Approved staff's recommendation and Resolution 2025-057, amending the Fiscal

Year 2024-2025 Budget.

25-0912

9.I.

Recommended Action:

Staff recommends the Board approve and authorize the Chairman to execute the

contract.

Attachments: Health Department Contract Cover Letter

Health Department Contract

Approved staff's recommendation

25-0910

9.J.

Recommended Action:

Authorize the Chairman of the Board of County Commissioners to execute the

Resolution to cancel current and future ad valorem taxes upon the publicly owned

land, and the Clerk to send a certified copy of the Resolution to the Tax Collector and

Property Appraiser so that the current ad valorem taxes and future ad valorem taxes

may be cancelled.

Attachments: Cancellation of Property Taxes Ltr.pdf

Recorded Warranty Deed.pdf

Resolution Cancellilng Taxes (municipality).doc

Approved staff's recommendation and Resolution 2025-058, cancelling certain

taxes upon publicly owned lands, pursuant to Section 196.28, Florida Statutes.

25-0899

9.K.

Recommended Action:

Staff recommends the project be awarded to New Tech Construction Corp. in the

amount of $491,197.00. Staff further recommends the Board approve the sample

agreement and authorize the Chairman to execute said agreement after review and

approval of both the agreement and required Public Construction Bond by the County

Attorney as to form and legal sufficiency, and the receipt and approval of required

insurance by the Risk Manager and after the Contractor has become actively

registered with the Building Division.

Attachments: Sample agreement

Approved staff's recommendation

25-0828

9.L.

Recommended Action:

Staff respectfully recommends the Board of County Commissioners approve the

resolution setting the Payment Standards for Fiscal Year 2026 and authorize the

Chairman to execute the resolution on behalf of the Board.

Attachments: Resolution - Payment Standards - FY2026

Approved staff's recommendation and Resolution 2025-059, approving payment

standards for beginning Fiscal Year 2026 for the Housing Choice Voucher

Program.

25-0835

9.M.

Recommended Action:

Staff respectfully recommends that the Board of County Commissioners approve the

Memorandum of Agreement between Indian River County Community Services and

Indian River County Health Department to support the continuation of food assistance

services for County residents.

Attachments: Florida Department of Health Food Pantry Memorandum of Agreement

Approved staff's recommendation

25-0885

9.N.

Recommended Action:

Staff respectfully recommends that the Board de-obligate funding for Hibiscus

Children’s Center for the SafeCare program in the amount of $3,200 and move those

monies into contingency funding.

Attachments: Hibiscus SafeCare Contract FY2024-2025

CSAC Approved Program Funding FY 24-25

June 2024 Staff Report - CSAC Recommended Program Allocations

Letter - Hibiscus Children's Center, Inc.

Approved staff's recommendation

25-0886

9.O.

Recommended Action:

Staff respectfully recommend that the Board de-obligate funding for Tykes & Teens

for the Trauma Informed Care program in the amount of $33,393.70 and move those

monies into contingency funding.

Attachments: Tykes & Teens Trauma Informed Care Contract FY2024-2025

CSAC Approved Program Funding FY 24-25

June 2024 Staff Report - CSAC Recommended Program Allocations

Tykes and Teens Letter

Approved staff's recommendation

25-0887

9.P.

Recommended Action:

Staff respectfully recommends that the Board of County Commissioners approve the

State Aid to Libraries Grant Agreement, Certification of Hours, and Annual Plan, and

authorize the Chairman to sign and return the Grant Agreement and Certification of

Hours to the Library Services Director for submission to the Florida Department of

State Grants System.

Attachments: StateAidToLibrariesGrantAgreement

CertificationofHours

IRC_Library_Annual_Plan_2025-2026

Approved staff's recommendation

25-0881

9.Q.

Recommended Action:

Staff recommends that the Board of County Commissioners approve the

Class “B” Certificate Renewal to HCA Florida Lawnwood Hospital to be

effective for a period of two (2) years from September 27, 2025 to

September 26, 2027.

Attachments: HCA Florida Lawnwood_Application

Approved staff's recommendation

25-0897

9.R.

Recommended Action:

Staff recommends the approval and execution of the Letter of Agreement between

the Indian River County Emergency Services District and the Agency for Health Care

Administration.

Attachments: PEMT SFY 2025-26 LOA_Indian River County ALS_final

IGT_Provider_Questionnaire

Year 7 SFY 2025-26 PEMT MCO Projections

Approved staff's recommendation

25-0911

9.S.

Recommended Action:

Staff recommends approval of Change Order No. 01 authorizing the $8,725 increase

to the Work Order with Schulke, Bittle, & Stoddard. The new total work order price

will be $120,325.

Attachments: Change Order 1

Request to Amend Letter (signed)

Scope Details

IRC-2507_SBS_WO1_20250506

Approved staff's recommendation

25-0918

9.T.

Recommended Action:

Staff respectfully requests that the Board of County Commissioners approve the

License Agreement with Special Olympics Inc. and authorize the Chairman to execute

the agreement after review and approval by the County Attorney for legal sufficiency.

Attachments: 2025 Special Olympics Fall Classic Agreement.docx

Exhibit A Site Plan.pdf

Exhibit B Special Olympics Itemized Fee Schedule.xlsx

Special_Olympics_Exhibit_C_Parks_Division_Rules_12202023.docx

Approved staff's recommendation

25-0924

9.U.

Recommended Action:

This is presented for informational purposes only.

No Action Taken or Required

25-0925

9.V.

Recommended Action:

Staff respectfully requests that the Board of County Commissioners approve the

estimated additional costs necessary to complete the project, and issuance of the

indicated purchase orders for the construction of a new Floridan well to a geothermal

heating/chilling system at the Gifford Aquatic Center for $501,198.62 as noted above.

Staff also recommends authorization for the Procurement Manager to approve

increases to the purchase orders for the actual face costs associated with the

permitting, public construction bond, and up to 10% in adjustments necessary to

expedite the installation and completion of the project, for a total not to exceed

amount of $566,318.48.

ATTACHMENTS

JLA - Engineering & Design Svc Quote

Centerline Source Well Drilling Source Well Quote

Centerline Return Well Drilling Discharge Well Quote

JLA UFA Supply and Discharge Well Construction Management Services Quote

Symbiont Heat Exchangers Test and Turn-Up Quote

Centerline Well Pump Quote

Complete Electric Well Pump Circuit and Motor Starter Quote

Meeks Plumbing Source and Discharge Well Connectivity Quote

Attachments: 3-4-25 JLA - Engineering and Design Svc Quote.pdf

7-19-25 Centerline Return Well Drilling Discharge Well Quote.pdf

7-19-25 Centerline Source Well Drilling Source Well Quote.pdf

7-21-25 JLA UFA Supply and Discharge Well Construction

Management Services Quote.pdf

8-14-25 Symbiont Heat Exchangers Repair, Test and Turn-Up

Quote.pdf

8-14-25Meeks Plumbing Source and Discharge Well Connectivity

Quote.pdf

8-23-25 Sullivan-Centerline Well Pump Quote.pdf

8-25-25 Complete Electric Well Pump Circuit and Motor Starter

Quote.pdf

Approved staff's recommendation

25-0857

9.W.

Recommended Action:

Staff recommends approval of Change Order No. 1 and payment of Contractor’s

Application for Payment No. 2413-2 in the amount of $20,835.87 for release or

retainage, contingent upon receipt of all subcontractor final lien releases.

Attachments: Change Order No. 1

Contractor's Application for Payment No. 2413-2

Approved staff's recommendation

25-0856

9.X.

Recommended Action:

Staff recommends that the Indian River County Board of County Commissioners

approve Work Order 21 pursuant to Continuing Contract Agreement, dated May 2,

2023 to Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. to provide professional services for the

Wabasso Repump Station Conversion project (Project ID 21.25.519) in the amount

of $464,623.95 and authorize the Chair to execute the same. So long as there are no

changes in the dollar amount under the amount approved, upon adequate completion

of the work set forth in the work order, staff is directed to make final payments to

Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc.

Attachments: Scope of Services for Wabasso Repump Station Conversion

Approved staff's recommendation

25-0864

9.Y.

Recommended Action:

Staff recommends that the Indian River County Board of County Commissioners

approve Amendment 1 to Agreement RFQ 2024039 Integrated Water Master Plan

with HDR Engineering, Inc. for Wabasso Causeway Bridge Reuse Main Visual

Assessment, IRCDUS Project ID: 31.24.509 for an additional budget not-to-exceed

$409,077.72 and authorize the Chair to execute it after review and approval by the

County Attorney as to form and legal sufficiency. So long as there are no changes in

the dollar amount under the agreement and upon adequate completion of the services

set forth in the agreement, staff is directed to make final payment to HDR Engineering,

Inc.

Attachments: HDR Proposal for Amendment 1 to Agreement RFQ 2024039

Executed Agreement RFQ 2024039 IWMP with HDR (PID 00.23.547)

Approved staff's recommendation

10. CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS and GOVERNMENTAL AGENCIES

25-0940

10.A.

Recommended Action:

Review attached request

Attachments: 09.17.25 Auction Proceeds Memo to Board

Indian River County Sheriff Eric Flowers was not present for this item. He submitted

a written request to use net proceeds of $88,574.30 from online auctions of surplus

property and vehicles to be used to acquire new, like-kind property within the current

fiscal year, pursuant to Chapter 274 of the Florida Statutes. The Chairman noted this

request was customary.

A motion was made by Commissioner Moss, seconded by Chairman Flescher, to

approve the Sheriff's written request to use auction proceeds to purchase new

and like-kind property within the current fiscal year. The motion carried by the

following vote:

5 -

Aye:

Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman Loar, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner

Earman, and Commissioner Moss

25-0939

10.B.

Recommended Action:

Review attached request

Attachments: 09.17.25 Offender Fee Memo to Board

Indian River County Sheriff Eric Flowers was not present for this item. He submitted

a written request to use $21,295.00 from the Fiscal Year 2025 Offender Fees

Reserve account to purchase surveillance equipment, duty/tactical gear, and

office/field supplies for criminal investigations within the current fiscal year, pursuant to

Chapter 274 of the Florida Statutes.

A motion was made by Vice Chairman Loar, seconded by Chairman Flescher, to

approve the Sheriff's request to use funds from the Offender Fees Reserve

account to purchase equipment and supplies. The motion carried by the

following vote:

5 -

Aye:

Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman Loar, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner

Earman, and Commissioner Moss

The Chairman called for a recess at 9:41 a.m., and reconvened the meeting at 9:50

a.m. with all members present.

11. PUBLIC ITEMS

PROOF OF PUBLICATION FOR THESE HEARINGS IS ON FILE IN THE

OFFICE OF THE CLERK TO THE BOARD.

A. PUBLIC HEARINGS

25-0682

11.A.1.

Recommended Action:

Staff recommends the Chairman open the public hearing, receive comments from

the public, close the public hearing, and the Board of County Commissioners vote

to adopt the attached Ordinance.

Attachments: Draft Ordinance

IRC Business Impact Estimate FINAL

CHAPTER 105. PURCHASING REDLINE

Procurement Manager Jennifer Hyde presented the draft Ordinance to replace

Chapter 105 with a re-ordered and streamlined version. She noted the Board had

approved the language amending Section 105 at their meeting on August 19,

2025. Using slides, Ms. Hyde displayed summaries of the structural changes,

content changes, and removals in an effort to ensure the code contained the policy

while the Procurement Manual contained the procedures for her department.

The Chairman opened the public hearing. There being no comments, the

Chairman closed the public hearing.

The Chairman stated he approved of the changes with the exception of raising the

spending limits to $100,000, which he had previously voted against.

A motion was made by Commissioner Moss, seconded by Commissioner

Adams, to approve staff's recommendation and adopt Ordinance 2025-013,

amending the Indian River County code to repeal Chapter 105, Purchasing, in

its entirety and to replace it with a new Purchasing Code that provides

purchasing authority for the County Commission, County Administrator, and

Procurement Manager; that requires a Procurement Manual; that establishes

certain bid procedures; that mandates compliance with F.S. 287.055 when

procuring professional services; that provides procedures for the purchase of

real property; that requires certain vendor disclosures; that provides for a

limited waiver of sovereign immunity; and that provides a preference for

environmentally friendly products and services. The motion carried by the

following vote:

4 -

Aye:

Nay:

Vice Chairman Loar, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner Earman, and

Commissioner Moss

1 - Chairman Flescher

25-0895

11.A.2

Recommended Action:

The Building Division recommends that after the public hearing the Board vote to

approve the proposed amended ordinance.

Attachments: IRC Master State & Local Contractor Scope 9_9_2025

IRC Business Impact Estimate FINAL.8.25.2025

25.9.12 Local Licensing Ordinace IRC Ch 400

Affidavit of Publication - Local Licensing Ordinance

Scott McAdam, Building Official, presented recommended changes to County

Ordinance Chapter 400, Regulation of Contractors. Mr. McAdam provided

background on state legislation which mandated preemption of local occupational

licensing, and cause concern for local contractors in the industry. Under the

mandates, Counties would be allowed to have local license contractor categories

that "substantially correspond[ed]" to a state contractor category. Mr. McAdams

explained that his department worked with nearby jurisdictions and the Treasure

Coast Builders Association (TCBA) to formulate regulations for local contractor

licensing. The proposed solution would allow the County to create local license

categories which "substantially correspond[ed]" to the state categories; this

allowed local, licensed contractors to avoid obtaining a state license or new

qualifier.

The Chairman opened the public hearing.

Deb Frasier, TCBA, supported the Building Department's recommendation which

she felt would offer clarity.

There being no further comments, the Chairman closed the public hearing.

The Board offered praise to Mr. McAdam and staff for their work on this matter.

A motion was made by Commissioner Earman, seconded by Chairman

Flescher, to approve staff's recommendation and adopt Ordinance 2025-014,

amending Chapter 400 of the Indian River County Code with respect to

contractor categories by modifying and deleting certain definitions of skills

requiring a Certificate of Competency; updating insurance requirements for

state and local contractors and exempt trades; updating suspension or

revocation of registration; hearing; appeal, and establishing a prerequisite

for actions against a registered contractor; providing for severability;

providing for codification; and providing for an effective date. The motion

carried by the following vote:

5 -

Aye:

Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman Loar, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner

Earman, and Commissioner Moss

25-0915

11.A.3.

Recommended Action:

Staff recommends that the BCC grant special exception use approval for the

proposed change in use from adult congregate living facility to residential

treatment center with the following conditions: 1. Prior to issuance of a new

certificate of occupancy for the proposed change of use within the existing

building, the applicant shall: a. Install the required 20’ “Type A” landscape buffer

with screening along Old Dixie Highway; and b. Construct all other improvements

indicated on the project’s approved site plan.

Attachments: Location Map

Aerial

Site Plan

Landscape Plan

Chairman Flescher introduced the parties for the proceeding as being Treasure

Coast Detox, LLC (Applicant), and Indian River County. Each Commissioner, as

requested by the Chairman, disclosed ex parte communications, site visits, or

independent investigations. The Commissioners also affirmed that they have an

open mind and can base their decisions on the evidence presented and the

applicable law. The Chairman opened the public hearing, and the Deputy Clerk

administered the Oath to all persons who wished to speak.

Brandon Creagan, Chief Planner with Current Development, presented the

Applicant's request for special exception use to and site plan approval for a

change of use from an adult congregate living facility to a residential treatment

center for up to 29 adults at 6410 Old Dixie Highway. The location and plans for

the site, traffic circulation, stormwater retention, and landscaping were shown

using slides. The presentation listed staff's conditional approval, and noted the

Planning and Zoning Commission (PZC) had unanimously approved the request at

their August 28, 2025, regular meeting.

Commissioner Earman received confirmation from acting Planning Development

and Services Director Ryan Sweeny that the facility was an inpatient facility.

The following people were present on behalf of the Applicant: Brion Regan,

Kosta Velis, Dr. Terri Prescott, and Jessica Olivera. Mr. Regan detailed the

inpatient nature of their facility where patients stayed 10 to 14 days, and care was

covered by insurance. Mr. Velis emphasized this would be a medical facility with

24/7 supervision, and was being created by the Vero Beach Recovery Center. It

was intended to serve the local community who would otherwise have to leave the

County to attain medical detox treatment. Dr. Prescott, who had 25 years of

experience in the field, spoke of the substance abuse and mental health crises in

the County, and compared the facility to a hospital setting. She stated there would

not be patients roaming freely, and noted the program was structured so the

community would not be at risk. Nurse Practitioner Jessica Olivera told of the

need faced by patients coming into the emergency room at Cleveland Clinic

because there was no other option for treatment.

Gregory Potter, Principal, North County Charter School, expressed his concern

for the safety of students at the adjacent elementary school.

Mr. Sweeney discussed the procedures and limitation for notifying the public of

this public hearing. Mr. Regan addressed the procedures in place to transport

patients to and from the facility. Mr. Velis emphasized the difference between a

medical detox program and a sober house which was not a medical facility. He

noted the patients were local professionals who had private medical insurance,

and pushed back against the stigmatization of substance abuse. He added that

patients would be dropped off by family or Uber Health, not ambulances, and

detailed the security safeguards in place. The opening was estimated to be at the

beginning of 2026. The Board entered into discussion with the Applicants

regarding the source of their patients, safety measures, and the length of treatment.

Diana Hannett, a patient of Dr. Prescott, listed the benefits to the community in

establishing the detox facility, and addressed concerns regarding crime rates,

traffic, security, and monitoring.

Anthony Leon, Resident, objected to the non-security.

The following parents from the North County Charter School spoke out against

the location of the detox center, and their fears regarding the safety of their

children. They stated an understanding of the need for the facility, but urged the

Board to consider an alternate location.

Carla DiBenedetto

Susan Aguire

Connor Pickering

Allie Duperry

Chelsea Arts

The Board addressed the concerns of the community, emphasized the security

surrounding the school, and expressed the clinical nature of the center which

handled privately insured patients.

Lalita Janke, spoke in favor of the facility to serve an population that did not have

access to medical care.

Carrie Lester, CEO of Thrive IRC, expressed empathy for safety concerns, but

noted the treatment center was akin to dialysis or chemotherapy. She suggested

the real danger lay in untreated alcoholism and its effects.

Don Wright, operator of the former assisted living facility, noted there have been

people living there for more than 20 years who also overcame addiction with no

problems to the surrounding community.

There being no further comments, the Chairman moved to staff's final

presentation.

Mr. Sweeney suggested having the facility's director exchange contact information

with Principal Potter and the school's resource officer to better facilitate

communication. County Attorney Shuler weighed-in with the standard of review,

noting the Board could approve the request with conditions.

The Chairman closed the public hearing.

A motion was made by Vice Chairman Loar, seconded by Chairman Flescher,

to approve staff's recommendation. The motion carried by the following vote:

5 -

Aye:

Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman Loar, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner

Earman, and Commissioner Moss

The Chairman called for a recess at 11:32 a.m., and reconvened the meeting at 11:47

a.m. with all members present.

B. PUBLIC NOTICE ITEMS

12. COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR MATTERS

25-0942

12.A.

Recommended Action:

Staff respectfully requests the Board approve ratification of the Collective Bargaining

Agreement between Indian River County Emergency Services District and Indian

River County Firefighters/Paramedics Association, Local 2201, IAFF for Battalion

Chiefs effective October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025 and authorize the

Board Chair to sign the Agreement.

Attachments: Battalion Chief CBA Effective 10/01/24 - 9/30/25

County Administrator John Titkanich stated the Battalion Chiefs with the International

Association of Firefighters (IAFF) Local 2201 signed a tentative agreement on May

21, 2024, which was now being presented to the Board for approval. The lead

negotiation team was acknowledged for their efforts in reaching this agreement.

The agreement included important provisions, such as limits on grievances and

arbitration for demotion or termination. It provided a four percent retroactive wage

adjustment dating back to October 4, 2024. While the rank and file received a 10

percent raise last year, Battalion Chiefs received a six percent raise inline with other

general employees. Additional benefits include a scheduled day off every three weeks

and an honor guard incentive. The retroactive wage adjustment was estimated to cost

the County $65,500.

A motion was made by Commissioner Earman, seconded by Chairman Flescher,

to approve staff's recommendation. The motion carried by the following vote:

5 -

Aye:

Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman Loar, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner

Earman, and Commissioner Moss

13. DEPARTMENTAL MATTERS

A. Building and Facilities Services

B. Community Services

C. Emergency Services

D. Human Resources

E. Information Technology

F. Natural Resources

25-0785

13.F.1.

Recommended Action:

Staff recommend the BCC approve the Indian River County Stormwater

Management Plan and authorize staff to proceed with implementation phases and

seek additional funding.

Kylie Yanchula, Natural Resources Manager, introduced the Item noting the

challenges the County faced from intense storms and coastal flooding, with

two-thirds of the County in a flood zone. Proactive storm water planning was

essential, while also ensuring compliance with water quality standards under the

BMAP (Basin Management Action Plan). Environmental Science Associates

(ESA) worked with staff to create a comprehensive stormwater management plan

which identified priority areas for intervention to mitigate flooding and enhance

water quality in the Indian River Lagoon.

Bryan Flynn, Program Manager at ESA, presented slides with the Plan's goals

and processes, stakeholder feedback, an overview of the BMAP's water quality

goals, and a list of priority areas with recommendations for each. Mr. Flynn

explained the grading matrix used to rank the 29 identified projects across the

priority areas. The estimated cost to complete one project in each area would be

$10 million, as opposed to a total of $70 million to complete all the projects. The

presentation went on to detail suggested improvements to some of the highest

ranking projects: 37th Street and Indian River Boulevard, 90th Avenue,

Rockridge, College Lane, Fellsmere, Riviera Lakes, 4th and 8th Streets, Indian

River Drive rights-of-way, Indian River Lagoon Outfalls, and County-owned

ponds.

Commissioner Adams questioned the Fellsmere project, noting the area specified

was controlled by the Fellsmere Water Control District (FWCD), not the County.

The Commissioner reported that Fellsmere residents were increasingly frustrated

by flooding, and she expressed disappointment that staff had not been in

communication with the FWCD. Ms. Yanchula stated staff would go back and

verify the maps, and follow up with Fellsmere officials.

The presentation concluded with recommendations which included creating a

database of assets and a maintenance schedule, retrofitting County stormwater

ponds, lobbying for BMAP revisions, establishing a land acquisition fund for

stormwater properties, and consideration for establishing a stormwater utility to

fund the work needed.

Discussion ensued among the Board. Commissioner Moss expressed concern for

development close to the Lagoon. Vice Chairman Loar and County Administrator

Titkanich discussed funding options including tackling the top items across five

years, and possibly grants; a stormwater fee was on-hold for consideration

pending upcoming legislation. Mr. Titkanich noted staff was in discussion with the

Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) regarding revisions to

the BMAP requirements. Commissioner Earman expressed the Plan was a good

start, and he urged staff to coordinate with all of the County's Water Management

Districts.

A motion was made by Commissioner Earman, seconded by Chairman

Flescher, to approve staff's recommendation. The motion carried by the

following vote:

5 -

Aye:

Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman Loar, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner

Earman, and Commissioner Moss

G. Office of Management and Budget

H. Parks, Recreation, and Conservation

25-0921

13.H.1.

Recommended Action:

This is presented for information purposes only.

Attachments: Durrance_Place_Assessment.pdf

Palm Bay Joan LLC Indian River County.pdf

[Clerk Note: Presentation and discussion for this Item was combined with

Item 13.H.2.]

Director of Parks, Recreation, and Conservation Beth Powell began the

informational presentation with background information regarding the

Environmental Land Bond Referendum. The Environmental Land Acquisition

Panel (ELAP), which reviewed and ranked properties on the basis of restoration

opportunities and recreational options, per the Board's approval. The Durrance

Place and Hale Grove adjacent parcels were Tier 1 ranked properties, and would

be up for consideration at the October 7, 2025, BCC meeting.

Assistant Director of Parks, Recreation, and Conservation Wendy Swindell

began her presentation with the Hale Grove parcel located east of US Highway 1,

north of the Wabasso Causeway. The four-parcel site consisted of 21.89 acres

and had a price of $2.54 million, based on appraisals. The Durrance Place was an

adjacent two-parcel property measuring 11.74 acres with a price tag of $1.26

million. Ms. Swindell then discussed the restoration and recreation opportunities:

restoration of herbaceous saltmarsh, water quality improvement, protection for the

Indian River Lagoon, nature trails, and a possible kayak launch. Ms. Swindell

clarified there would be a 30-day due diligence period after the October 7, 2025,

public hearing, and that the presentation reflected the latest negotiations.

No Action Taken or Required

25-0865

13.J.1.

Recommended Action:

Staff recommend that the Board of County Commissioners adopt the Repetitive

Loss Area Analysis (RLAA) to fulfill the Community Rating (CRS) Program

requirements.

Attachments: 501_RLAA Final Report

Public Works Director Addie Javed introduced the item before turning it over to

Denise Boehning, Certified Public Floodplain Manager with Coastal Waterways

Design and Engineering. Ms. Boehning informed the Board that the County was

part of the Community Rating System (CRS) where communities that adopted

and enforced higher standards for floodplain management could earn discounts for

residents' flood insurance premiums. The County was currently a Class 5

community which earned a 25 percent discount on insurance rates.

Part of the rating system involved tracking and addressing Repetitive Loss (RL)

properties. Because the County had more than 50 RL properties, a Repetitive

Loss Area Analysis (RLAA) report was required. The report contained research

on the properties and recommended site-specific mitigation solutions. The full

report was included as part of staff's memo, dated September 4, 2025.

Under discussion, Commissioner Moss received information regarding the overlap

between RLAA properties and ones needing a septic to sewer conversion. The

Commissioner also entered into discussion with staff regarding best management

practices to avoid having new higher-elevated properties flood older

lower-elevated properties.

A motion was made by Commissioner Adams, seconded by Commissioner

Moss, to approve staff's recommendation. The motion carried by the

following vote:

5 -

Aye:

Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman Loar, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner

Earman, and Commissioner Moss

K. Sandridge Golf Club

L. Utilities Services

14. COUNTY ATTORNEY MATTERS

Application - TopalStevenP (cbaa)

Application - CaseltineHeleneM (edc)

Resume -CaseltineHeleneM

Application - DeVosSteve (edc)

Application - DillardEdwardL (edc)

Resume - DillardEdwardL

Application - FojtikJacob (edc)

Application - JankeLalitaA (edc)

Application - LaramieKyleC (edc)

Resume - LaramieKyleC

Application - SteelFrederickD (edc)

County Attorney Jennifer Shuler opened the Item and suggested going

committee-by-committee with separate votes for each.

AGRICULTURE ADVISORY COMMITTEE - 2-year term

Vacancies

Agricultural Industry Representative

Farm Bureau Representative

Applicants

Steve Devos

Jacob Fojtik

Jason P. Rooney

Commissioner Adams nominated Steve Devos and Jacob Fojtik, respectively.

A motion was made by Commissioner Adams, seconded by Chairman Flescher,

to approve Steve Devos as Agricultural Industry Representative, and Jacob Fojtik

as Farm Bureau Representative on the Agriculture Advisory Committee. The

motion carried by the following vote:

5 -

Aye:

Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman Loar, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner

Earman, and Commissioner Moss

BEACH & SHORES PRESERVATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE - 2-year

term

Vacancy

BCC Appointee

Applicants

Colby Bechtold

Paul Golden

Richard L. Harris, Jr.

Hieu T. Nguyen

Frederick D. Steel

Peter Turner

Commissioner Earman nominated Richard L. Harris.

A motion was made by Commissioner Earman, seconded by Commissioner Moss,

to approve Richard L. Harris as the BCC Appointee for the Beach and Shores

Preservation Advisory Committee. The motion carried by the following vote:

5 -

Aye:

Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman Loar, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner

Earman, and Commissioner Moss

CHILDREN SERVICES ADVISORY COMMITTEE: 4-year term

Vacancy

Member At Large

Applicants

Lalita Jannke

Deborah Taylor Long (currently a member of CSAC Grants)

Wendy D. McDaniel

Beth Miller

Lyndsey Samberg

Caryn Toole (currently a member of CSAC Grants)

Stephanie Troutman

Commissioner Adams nominated Lyndsey Samberg.

A motion was made by Commissioner Adams, seconded by Commissioner

Earman, to approve Lyndsey Samberg as the Member At Large for the Children

Services Advisory Committee. The motion carried by the following vote:

5 -

Aye:

Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman Loar, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner

Earman, and Commissioner Moss

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT CITIZEN ADVISORY

TASK FORCE - 4-year term

Vacancies

Citizen of Indian River County - low to moderate income level (two vacancies). [per

the Federal Guidelines, the income ranges from $52,100 up to $93,290 depending on

household size].

Applicants

Amanda Lane

Christopher T. Roberts

Linda S. Terrell

Angela Weber

Commissioner Moss nominated Amanda Lane and Christopher T. Roberts.

A motion was made by Commissioner Moss, seconded by Commissioner Adams,

to approve Amanda Lane and Christopher T. Roberts as the Citizens of Indian

River County for the Community Development Block Grant Citizen Advisory Task

Force. The motion carried by the following vote:

5 -

Aye:

Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman Loar, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner

Earman, and Commissioner Moss

CONSTRUCTION BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT AND APPEALS - 3-year

term

Vacancies

Engineer

Applicants

Jason W. Short

Steven P. Topal

Attorney Shuler noted there was an opening for an Architect, but there were no

applicants for that position. Vice Chairman Loar nominated Jason W. Short for the

position of Engineer.

A motion was made by Vice Chairman Loar, seconded by Commissioner Earman,

to approve Jason W. Short for the position of Engineer on the Construction Board

of Adjustment and Appeals. The motion carried by the following vote:

5 -

Aye:

Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman Loar, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner

Earman, and Commissioner Moss

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL (EDC) - 4-year term

Vacancies

Local Agricultural Industry Representative

Applicants

Helene M. Caseltine

Steve Devos

Edward L. Dillard

Jacob Fojtik

Lalita Janke

Kyle C. Laramie

Frederick D. Steel

Chairman Flescher nominated Jacob Fojtik for the position. Commissioner Earman

and Attorney Shuler discussed the lack of a standing rule regarding any person serving

on two Committees. Commissioner Adams noted the EDC did not meet very often

and it could use a person with agricultural experience to contribute to an ongoing

Economic Development Study.

A motion was made by Commissioner Earman, seconded by Commissioner

Adams, to approve Jacob Fojtik as the Local Agricultural Industry Representative

on the Economic Development Council. The motion carried by the following vote:

5 -

Aye:

Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman Loar, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner

Earman, and Commissioner Moss

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL (EDC) - 4-year term

Vacancies

Member At Large

Applicants

Helene M. Caseltine

Steve Devos

Edward L. Dillard

Jacob Fojtik

Lalita Janke

Kyle C. Laramie

Frederick D. Steel

Commissioner Adams nominated Steve Devos.

A motion was made by Commissioner Adams, seconded by Commissioner Moss,

to approve Steve Devos as the Member At Large on the Economic Development

Council. The motion carried by the following vote:

5 -

Aye:

Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman Loar, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner

Earman, and Commissioner Moss

25-0898

14.B.

Recommended Action:

Staff recommends the Board authorize staff to move forward with outside counsel in

the filing of foreclosure on the above named code enforcement cases.

ATTACHMENTS

1. Orders Imposing Fine for both Anderson cases

2. Deed for Anderson property

Attachments: Order Imposing Fine pg. 1

Recorded Order Imposing Fine pg. 1

property deed

County Attorney Susan Prado began her presentation by informing the Board that the

two foreclosure cases were for the same property located at 351 12th Street SW;

both cases had been approved for foreclosure by the Code Enforcement Board

(CEB).

Starting with case 2017070106, Attorney Prado reviewed the past trash, junk, and

debris violations going back to 2017. At the August 27, 2018 CEB compliance

hearing, it was found the violations had not been cleared, and a $100-a-day fine was

imposed. Photos showed the property was still not in compliance as of September

2025. Since the property was not homesteaded, the County was able to begin

foreclosure proceedings. The property owner was noticed of this Item on the BCC

agenda, but was not present.

A motion was made by Commissioner Adams, seconded by Commissioner

Earman, to file foreclosure on Code Enforcement case 2017070106 (Anderson).

The motion carried by the following vote:

5 -

Aye:

Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman Loar, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner

Earman, and Commissioner Moss

The second case on the property was started in 2018 under case 2018030112 for

violations regarding a swimming pool built without a permit and a swimming pool

maintenance violation. Attorney Prado informed the Board the CEB (Code

Enforcement Board) had conducted a compliance hearing on September 24, 2018,

and found the property was still in violation; a $100-a-day fine was imposed.

Updated aerial photos demonstrated the property had not been brought into

compliance.

Attorney Prado referred to Code Enforcement staff for an estimate of the accrued

fines. Commissioner Adams questioned why it had taken so long to enforce penalties

for the non-compliance given there had been no communication from the property

owner. County Administrator John Titkanich stated he had been informed the County

had been disinclined to pursue foreclosures in the past, and that he wanted to work

with Code Enforcement to come up with a policy to resolve such matters. Patrick

Murphy, Chief of Long Range Planning, stated the existing policy was to work with

homeowners to bring their property into compliance. He stated he would look into

older cases such as these and would take action, especially in consideration of the

community.

A motion was made by Commissioner Adams, seconded by Chairman Flescher,

to file foreclosure on Code Enforcement case 2018030112 (Anderson). The motion

carried by the following vote:

5 -

Aye:

Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman Loar, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner

Earman, and Commissioner Moss

25-0909

14.C.

Recommended Action:

Staff recommends the Board approve the Agreement to Terminate the Lease

Agreement and authorize the Chairman to execute same.

Attachments: 2025 - Signed Agreement to Terminate Lease.pdf

Notice of Code Violation.pdf

Original and Amended Lease Agreements.pdf

Deputy County Attorney Susan Prado brought before the Board an Agreement to

Terminate Lease agreement for the property at 8865 91st Avenue, and asked if the

Board wanted to modify the agreement by adding a penalty for any additional code

enforcement violations. The property was purchased by the County for right-of-way,

and was being leased-back to the former owner. The agreement required the

property to be vacated by June 1, 2026.

The property's tenant, Gina Hower, appeared before the Board and asked to be

allowed to stay, as she was finding it difficult to obtain affordable housing and had a

daughter with health issues. Attorney Prado received confirmation from Ms. Hower

that she had signed the Agreement to terminate the lease. Vice Chairman Loar noted

that Ms. Hower had received a six month extension.

A motion was made by Vice Chairman Loar, seconded by Commissioner Adams,

to approve staff's recommendation. The motion carried by the following vote:

5 -

Aye:

Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman Loar, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner

Earman, and Commissioner Moss

25-0928

14.D.

Recommended Action:

County staff recommends that the Board approve the purchase agreement for the

property located at 6580 69th Street, Vero Beach, direct staff to perform all due

diligence tasks and proceed to closing as soon as possible, and authorize the

Chairman to execute all closing documents.

Attachments: Commercial Contract

Assistant County Attorney Chris Hicks informed the Board of the rationale for the

recommended purchase of the property located at 6580 69th Street. He relayed that

the County's Animal Control division was facing a crisis because of a lack of space at

the County's animal shelter which was run in partnership with the Humane Society.

Emergency Services, which oversees Animal Control, was concerned the lack of

services would pose a health and safety risk for the community. The location was the

site of a former veterinary clinic, so most of the existing facilities could be used with

minimal investment. Additionally, the property was large enough to also be used for

Emergency Services in the future.

Chairman Flescher pointed out the area was being expanded and would probably

need a new firestation in the future. Chief Johnson described the purchase as a great

opportunity to ensure the safety of the community.

Joan Carlson Radabaugh, previous director of the Humane Society, agreed there was

a need for this facility in the County. She advocated for providing community services

such as spay/neuter, and vaccines for low income people rather that just housing

animals. Ms. Radabaugh also discussed the need for collaboration between County

government and animal welfare agencies. She was open to volunteering to help staff

the new facility

A motion was made by Commissioner Adams, seconded by Vice Chairman Loar,

to approve staff's recommendation. The motion carried by the following vote:

5 -

Aye:

Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman Loar, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner

Earman, and Commissioner Moss

15. COMMISSIONERS MATTERS

A. Commissioner Joseph E. Flescher, Chairman

B. Commissioner Deryl Loar, Vice Chairman

C. Commissioner Susan Adams

25-0934

15.C.1.

Recommended Action:

I respectfully request a discussion regarding unmaintained County roads.

Attachments: Commissioners Memo

Commissioner Adams requested a discussion of unmaintained public roads in the

County. She asked staff to compile a list of all unmaintained roads with notes

regarding ones that needed grading versus ones that needed materials or

infrastructure. The Commissioner reported a large volume of complaints about the

unpaved roads, and wanted to put together a plan to address the complaints in a

phased approach in time for next year's budget planning.

Public Works Director Addie Javet, agreed there was a need for a plan that

would tackle improvements in phases. He discussed the cost of roads, and the

fact that many of those unpaved roads did not meet County standards. There was

the additional concern for managing stormwater runoff. Commissioner Adams

clarified she was not asking for paving any of the roads given the cost.

Assistant Public Works Director Danny Ooley agreed a master list of roads could

be put together, but cautioned that the roads were not being maintained now

because they were not up to standard; materials could not just be added to a sand

road. He elaborated on the process which involved staking, grading, adding

stabilizer, and possibly installing new drainage. The Board discussed the need for

a long-range plan for road improvement.

County Administrator John Titkanich entered into discussion with Mr. Ooley to

create an inventory and assessment of roads, then use constraints and

opportunities to create priorities. He added that a pavement condition index

existed and could be built upon to provide the requested information. Agreement

was reached for a December 2025 deadline for the list, followed by a

presentation to the Board in January 2026.

Vice Chairman Loar discussed the best way to triage the work needed. Mr.

Ooley listed the top three roads needing improvement, and reiterated that the

unmaintained roads needed to be brought up to standard before being added to

grader routes. Mr. Ooley stated he had not heard complaints from the school

board regarding bus routes. Mr. Titkanich suggested overlaying school bus routes

with roads needing improvement.

Consensus was reached to start the process by directing staff to compile a list of

unmaintained roads, and prioritize improvements. Staff would return before the

Board in January 2026.

Consensus reached

D. Commissioner Joseph H. Earman

E. Commissioner Laura Moss

16. SPECIAL DISTRICTS AND BOARDS

The Board of County Commissioners reconvened as the Board of Commissioners of

the Solid Waste Disposal District. The minutes will be approved at an upcoming Solid

Waste Disposal District meeting.

A. Emergency Services District

B. Solid Waste Disposal District

25-0919

16.B.1.

Recommended Action:

Solid Waste Disposal District staff recommends that the Board approve the

calculated Consumer Price Index of 1.402% CPI allowance for Atlas Organics

Indian River, LLC, a 2.12% CPI allowance for Indian River Sustainability Center,

LLC, and approve staff recommendation to provide a one-year extension and a

3% CPI allowance to Bulk Express Transport, Inc, and authorize the County

Administrator or his designee to send a letter of approval to these companies.

Attachments: Atlas Organics CPI 2026 Request

IRSC CPI 2026 Request

Bulk Express CPI 2026 Request

Managing Director of the Solid Waste Disposal District Himanshu Mehta brought

the three vendor contracts before the Board for approval of annual CPI

(Consumer Price Index) increases included in their respective contracts.

A motion was made by Commissioner Adams, seconded by Commissioner

Earman, to approve staff's recommendation. The motion carried by the

following vote:

5 -

Aye:

Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman Loar, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner

Earman, and Commissioner Moss

25-0930

16.B.2.

Recommended Action:

Staff recommends that its Board approve the following:

a) Approve the attached agreement with Republic Services of Florida,

Limited Partnership for the Operation and Maintenance of the Indian

River County Landfill for an annual total in the amount of $5,591,681.08.

b) Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute the agreement, as

presented, pending receipt and approval of the required bonds and

insurance.

Attachments: Indian River County Landfill Operating Agreement.docx

Managing Director of the Solid Waste Disposal District Himanshu Mehta brought

forth renewal of the contract with Republic Services for the operation and

maintenance of the County's landfill. Mr. Mehta advised the new agreement

included an extension of the termination time requirements, and revisions to the

estimated tonnage of construction and demolition debris.

A motion was made by Commissioner Adams, seconded by Chairman

Flescher, to approve staff's recommendation. The motion carried by the

following vote:

5 -

Aye:

Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman Loar, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner

Earman, and Commissioner Moss

C. Environmental Control Board

17. PUBLIC COMMENT: NON-AGENDA-RELATED MATTERS

18. ADJOURNMENT

There being no further business, the Chairman adjourned the meeting at 2:26 p.m.