Indian River County  
Administration Complex  
1801 27th Street  
Indian River County, Florida  
Vero Beach, Florida 32960  
indianriver.gov  
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, July 15, 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  
Pastor Bert Wilson, Faith Baptist Church  
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE  
Chairman Joseph Flescher, District 2  
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, moving Item 7.F. to be heard following Item  
5.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  
25-0711  
5.A.  
Presentation of Proclamation Honoring David M. Gee On His Retirement  
from the Indian River County Board of County Commissioners Department  
of Utility Services, Wastewater Treatment  
Recommended Action:  
Recommend Read & Present.  
Attachments: Proclamation  
Mr. Gee was joined by supervisors and co-workers as he accepted recognition for  
his 32 years of service to the County. He expressed pride at the improvements made  
during his time and considered his coworkers like family. Commissioner Earman, who  
has known Mr. Gee since childhood, called him a hard worker and all-around great  
guy. Utility Operations Manager Richard Meckes enjoyed working with him. Director  
of Utility Services Sean Lieske described the ways Mr. Gee's work helped make the  
Lagoon healthier and presented him with a Challenge Coin in recognition of his  
achievements.  
Read and Presented by Chairman Flescher  
6. APPROVAL OF MINUTES  
7. INFORMATION ITEMS FROM STAFF OR COMMISSIONERS NOT REQUIRING BOARD  
ACTION  
25-0690  
7.A.  
7.B.  
7.C.  
Notice of Second Extension to Contract for Construction of Required  
Roadway Improvements (Re: Right-Of-Way Permit No. 2022031525) -  
Project: Lucaya Pointe - Developer: GRBK GHO LUCAYA POINTE, LLC  
Recommended Action:  
Informational only, no Board action required.  
No Action Taken or Required  
25-0691  
Notice of Extension to Contract for Construction of Required Roadway  
Improvements (Re: Right-Of-Way Permit No. 2023050054) - Project: Vero  
West Apartments - Developer: VERO WEST PARTNERS, LLC  
Recommended Action:  
Informational only, no Board action required  
No Action Taken or Required  
25-0692  
Notice of Second Extension to Contract for Construction of Required  
Roadway Improvements (Re: Right-Of-Way Permit No. 2021091000) -  
Project: The Vivien Apartments, City of Vero Beach - Developer: PARK  
POINTE APARTMENTS VERO, LLC  
Recommended Action:  
Informational only, no Board action required.  
No Action Taken or Required  
25-0704  
2025 Annual Achievement of Excellence in Procurement® (AEP) Award  
7.D.  
Recommended Action:  
No action is required.  
Chairman Flescher congratulated the procurement team for their first-ever award of  
the Annual Achievement of Excellence in Procurement (AEP) Award from the  
National Procurement Institute, Inc. (NPI). The award recognizes excellence in  
innovation, professionalism, productivity, leadership, and e-procurement.  
No Action Taken or Required  
25-0715  
Early Learning Coalition Board Vacancy  
7.E.  
Recommended Action:  
None - This is an Informational Item  
Attachments: ELC Board Appt. Ltr - IR County Commissioner 2025-29  
F.S. 1002.83  
Chairman Flescher mentioned the opportunity to serve on the Early Learning Coalition  
Board, and that applications could be found online.  
No Action Taken or Required  
25-0746  
7.F.  
Designating the Month of July 2025, as Parks & Recreation Month and July  
18, 2025, as Parks and Recreation Professionals' Day  
Recommended Action:  
No action required  
Attachments: Proclamation  
[Clerk Note: This Item was heard following Item 5.A.]  
Commissioner Earman addressed the representatives from the Parks and Recreation  
Department in celebration of their work. Chairman Flescher credited the Department  
with enhancing the quality of life for residents. Director of Parks, Recreation, and  
Conservation Beth Powell expressed appreciation for her team of more than 170  
people and provided statistics on the work they do. Deputy County Administrator  
Mike Zito mentioned new and seasoned team members and their pride in their work.  
Read and Presented by Commissioner Earman  
8. PUBLIC COMMENT: AGENDA-RELATED MATTERS (EXCEPT FOR PUBLIC  
HEARINGS)  
9. CONSENT AGENDA  
A motion was made by Commissioner Earman, seconded by Chairman Flescher,  
to approve the Consent Agenda as amended, pulling Item 9.E. for discussion. The  
motion carried by the following vote:  
5 -  
Aye:  
Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman Loar, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner  
Earman, and Commissioner Moss  
25-0707  
9.A.  
9.B.  
Authorization to Increase Blanket Purchase Orders to Everglades and Dyer  
Chevrolet  
Approved staff's recommendation  
25-0753  
Lobbyist Contract for Legislative Session  
Recommended Action:  
Staff respectfully recommends the Board of County Commission enter into an  
agreement with Arrow Group Consulting, LLC, for lobbying services through  
September 30,, 2026, for the contract amount of $150,000, and authorize the County  
Administrator to execute the agreement after review and approval of the County  
Attorney.  
Attachments: Anfield to Arrow Contract Draft 2025 extended 7.15  
Approved staff's recommendation  
25-0712  
Renewal of Agreement with SteepSteel, LLC for Telecom Services  
9.C.  
Recommended Action:  
The County Attorney recommends that the Board approve the extension of the  
contract with SteepSteel, LLC.  
Attachments:  
25.6.30 NOTICE OF INTENT TO RENEW PROFESSIONAL  
SERVICES AGREEMENT SteepSteel  
Approved staff's recommendation  
25-0688  
9.D.  
Final Payment, Release of Retainage and Change Order No. 4 (IRC-1505)  
Construction of 66th Avenue Roadway Widening (49th Street to 69th  
Street) RC-1505, FDOT FM 436379-1-54-01 & 436379-1-54-02  
Recommended Action:  
Staff recommends approval of Change Order No. 4 and payment of Contractor’s  
Application for Payment No. 1505-49 FINAL in the amount of $1,456,914.18, once  
all subcontractor final lien releases have been received.  
Attachments: Change Order No. 4  
HEC Pay App 49  
Approved staff's recommendation  
25-0695  
9.E.  
Award of Bid No. 2025025 for Indian River Boulevard Bicycle & Pedestrian  
Improvements (4th Street - 17th Street) IRC-1817, FDOT FM  
444269-1-54-01  
Recommended Action:  
Staff recommends the project be awarded to Timothy Rose Contracting, Inc. in the  
amount of $10,826,000.00. 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.  
Attachments: Sample Agreement  
Commissioner Moss stated she did not support the Item because the width of the  
buffered bicycle lanes would be six-feet wide instead of seven-feet wide as  
recommended by the Florida Department of Transportation.  
A motion was made by Commissioner Adams, seconded by Chairman Flescher,  
to approve staff's recommendation. The motion carried by the following vote:  
4 -  
Aye:  
Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman Loar, Commissioner Adams, and Commissioner  
Earman  
1 - Commissioner Moss  
Nay:  
25-0697  
9.F.  
Award of Bid No. 2025037, Indian River County Shooting Range Pavement  
Improvements, IRC-2413  
Recommended Action:  
Staff recommend the project be awarded to Heavy Civil, Inc. in the amount of  
$469,387.65. 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.  
Attachments: Sample Agreement  
Approved staff's recommendation  
25-0700  
9.G.  
Release of Retainage and Approval of Change Order No. 1 Oslo Road and  
90th Avenue Roadway Improvements (IRC-2215)  
Recommended Action:  
Staff recommends approval of Change Order No. 1 and payment of Contractor’s  
Application for Payment No. 2215-10 in the amount of $108,462.09 for release of  
retainage once all subcontractor final lien releases have been received.  
Attachments: Change Order No. 1  
Approved staff's recommendation  
25-0542  
9.H.  
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission Manatee Speed Zone  
Rule Review Committee Request  
Recommended Action:  
Staff recommends the Board of County Commissioners authorize staff to form a  
Local Rule Review Committee for the proposed FWC rule changing manatee speed  
zones within the Indian River County section of the Indian River Lagoon. Staff  
recommends each Board member appoint two (2) members to the LRRC consisting  
of one (1) waterway user and (1) manatee/environmental advocate. Staff  
recommends the Board authorize staff to solicit applications for and approve the  
remaining 4 members. Staff also recommends the Board authorize staff to be the  
liaison between FWC and the Local Rule Review Committee to facilitate the local rule  
review process.  
Attachments: 2025_LRRC App  
Approved staff's recommendation  
25-0705  
9.I.  
FDEP LGFR Grant 22IR1, Amendment No. 1, Wabasso Beach  
Restoration Project – Sector 3  
Recommended Action:  
Staff recommends the BOCC approve FDEP LGFR Grant 22IR1 Amendment No. 1  
and authorize the County Administrator to sign the Amendment on behalf of the  
County. In addition, staff recommends the BOCC further authorize the County  
Administrator to sign any future Amendments to LGFR 22IR1 that do not alter its’  
financial terms on behalf of the County and upon concurrence by the County  
Attorney.  
Attachments: FDEP LGFR 22IR1 Amendment No. 1_Sector 3  
Approved staff's recommendation  
25-0706  
9.J.  
9.K.  
FDEP LGFR Grant 19IR3 Amendment No. 3 - Vero Beach Restoration  
Project - Sector 5  
Attachments: FDEP LGFR 19IR3_A3 Vero Beach Restoration  
Approved staff's recommendation  
25-0716  
Acceptance and Approval of Expenditures for Emergency Management  
Preparedness Assistance (EMPA) State-Funded Subgrant Agreement  
(Agreement # A0435)  
Recommended Action:  
Staff recommends Approval of the EMPA State-Funded Subgrant Agreement,  
associated expenditures, and authorization of the Chairman to execute this agreement  
between Indian River County Emergency Management and the State of Florida,  
Division of Emergency Management.  
Attachments: Indian River County FY25 A0542 Agreement  
Approved staff's recommendation  
25-0717  
Updated State Funded Agreement PSAP Upgrade Project  
9.L.  
Attachments: FY2526 PSAP Agreement DMS-P1-25-07-17  
Approved staff's recommendation  
25-0718  
9.M.  
Approval of Resolution Adopting the Updated 2025 Indian River County  
Unified Local Mitigation Strategy (LMS)  
Recommended Action:  
Staff recommends approval of the attached Resolution and the updated 2025 Indian  
River County Unified Local Mitigation Strategy (LMS). Staff also requests authority  
to forward the revised LMS plan to each municipality for their formal approval.  
**Due to its size, the 2025 Plan is on file at the Department of Emergency Services  
and the Board of County Commissioners Office.  
Attachments: Resolution Approving 2025 LMS  
FDEM_Indian_River_Approval Letter  
Approved staff's recommendation and Resolution 2025-031, approving the 2025  
revised Indian River County Unified Local Mitigation Strategy.  
25-0745  
9.N.  
Work Order Number 2, Amendment No. 4 - New Restroom Facility at Fran  
Adams Park  
Recommended Action:  
Staff respectfully request the approval of Work Order Number 2, Amendment No.4,  
in the amount of $3,500, for reimbursable expenses associated with the new restroom  
at Fran Adams Regional Park.  
Attachments: CCNA 2023 Work Order Template.pdf  
20016_WO2_AmendNo4_25-0703.pdf  
Approved staff's recommendation  
25-0708  
9.O.  
Award of Bid No. 2025049  
Fire Station #2 Dock Improvements  
Recommended Action:  
Staff recommends the project be awarded to Indian River Docks, LLC in the amount  
of $211,879.75. 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: Staff Report  
Sample Agreement  
Approved staff's recommendation  
10. CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS and GOVERNMENTAL AGENCIES  
11. PUBLIC ITEMS  
A. PUBLIC HEARINGS  
PROOF OF PUBLICATION FOR THIS HEARING IS ON FILE IN THE  
OFFICE OF THE CLERK TO THE BOARD.  
25-0535  
11.A.1.  
Approval of Resolution Establishing the IRC HCV Program Five Year  
Plan, Certifications and Administrative Plan  
Recommended Action:  
Staff respectfully recommends that the Board of County Commissioners approve  
the resolution adopting the IRC Housing Choice Voucher Program Five-Year  
Plan (2026-2030) and Administrative Plan and authorize submission to the U.S.  
Department of Housing and Urban Development.  
Attachments: Form-HUD-50075-5Y-for-FL132-ID-3464  
Form-HUD-50077-CR-for-FL132-ID-3594  
Form-HUD-50077-SL-for-FL132-ID-4480  
IRCHSD Administrative Plan 2025  
Resolution FY 2026 HCV Five Year-Annual Plan HCV Administrative  
Policy  
Community Services Director Cindy Emerson presented the Board with the  
Public Housing Agency's (PHA) Five-Year Plan and an Administrative Plan, as  
required by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) in order  
to receive funding for the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Program.  
Housing Services Director Stacy Bush was joined by staff members who oversee  
the HCV, Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing, and the Emergency Housing  
Voucher Programs. Ms. Bush described the programs which saw an 8.6 percent  
increase in housing subsidies. She went on to inform the Board that the required  
plans detailed the PHA's mission and long-term goals, and had been available for  
review by the public with no comments received.  
The Chairman opened the public hearing for comments. There being none, the  
Chairman closed the public hearing.  
A motion was made by Vice Chairman Loar, seconded by Commissioner  
Adams, to approve staff's recommendation and Resolution 2025-032,  
approving the Indian River County Housing Choice Voucher Program Five  
Year Plan, Certifications, and Administrative Plan with the necessary  
attachments. The motion carried by the following vote:  
5 -  
Aye:  
Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman Loar, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner  
Earman, and Commissioner Moss  
B. PUBLIC NOTICE ITEMS  
12. COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR MATTERS  
13. DEPARTMENTAL MATTERS  
A. Building and Facilities Services  
B. Community Services  
25-0752  
13.B.1.  
Children’s Services Advisory Committee Recommended Program  
Funding Allocations for Fiscal Year 25/26  
Recommended Action:  
Staff respectfully recommends that the Board of County Commissioners approve  
CSAC’s funding recommendations for children’s programs for FY 25/26 and  
authorize the County Administrator to execute the 46 program grant agreements  
after review and approval by the County Attorney for legal sufficiency.  
Attachments: Scoring Rubric 25_26  
25_26 RFP  
CSAC Program Funding Requests FY25-26  
Community Services Director Cindy Emerson reported that programs supported  
by the Children's Services Advisory Committee (CSAC) delivered over 20,000  
touch points with families and children, which reflected a strong return on  
investment. Human Services Administrator Megan Kendrick presented the Board  
with a mid-year impact report, success stories, return on investment figures, and  
parent survey results identifying needs in Health and Wellbeing, Nurturing Families  
and Communities, and Success in School and Life. Human Services Coordinator  
Robert Catapano discussed CSAC's increased accountability measures: a new  
scoring rubric, enhanced auditing from the Clerk of Court, accountability  
measures, and professional development programs. The Grant Subcommittee's  
work was explained before detailing CSAC's funding allocations for Fiscal Year  
2025/26, which totaled $3,201,133.  
Under discussion, the Board clarified misinformation in emails received which  
claimed funds would be going directly to parents. The Commissioners confirmed  
no such plan existed as it would violate the Committee's policy. Commissioner  
Adams, CSAC liaison, supported staff and volunteers who spent days reviewing  
applications, and also provided increased oversight, transparency, and  
accountability.  
Chairman Flescher then addressed a letter from one of CSAC's providers, and  
expressing his concern about funding for a sunsetting program, and a  
double-billing error. Commissioner Adams emphasized the improved oversight  
measures which brought the double billing error to light, and agreed to  
communicate the Board's concerns regarding this provider to CSAC. Vice  
Chairman Loar received details of the composition of the main CSAC Board  
from staff.  
The following people spoke in support of CSAC, and Community Service's staff:  
Wilfred Hart, School District Community Liaison  
Angela Weber, resident  
Richard Baker, Pelican Island Audubon Society  
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  
The Chairman called for a recess at 10:17 a.m., and reconvened the meeting at 10:27  
a.m. with all Board members present.  
C. Emergency Services  
D. Human Resources  
E. Information Technology  
F. Natural Resources  
G. Office of Management and Budget  
H. Parks, Recreation, and Conservation  
I. Planning and Development Services  
25-0740  
13.I.1.  
Overview of Regional Food Truck Regulations and Policy  
Considerations for Indian River County  
Recommended Action:  
Staff recommends that the Board receive and consider the presentation outlining  
regional food truck regulations and provide direction to staff regarding the  
potential development of a food truck ordinance for Indian River County. This  
ordinance would be designed to reflect best practices observed in peer  
communities while preserving the County’s small-town character and ensuring  
compatibility with existing land uses.  
Chairman Flescher opened the Item by thanking County Administrator John  
Titkanich for taking action to pause enforcement of food truck violations which  
allowed staff time to focus on creating a suitable and updated Ordinance.  
Planning and Development Services Director Chris Balter presented an overview  
of regional trends and options for the Commissioners to consider in follow up to  
the May 3, 2025, Board meeting which revealed updated regulations for food  
trucks were needed. Mr. Balter noted that the State had preempted local control  
over licensing, permits, and fees for food trucks. The presentation provided a  
framework for the areas the County could regulate: zoning, hours, and site  
standards, and concluded with steps to adopt an Ordinance in the third quarter of  
2025.  
The Board entered into discussion with Mr. Balter and were informed that code  
violations would be sent to both the property and food truck owners; property  
owners must give authorization to use their location; there would be no sewage  
discharge from the trucks; and the County's Life Safety Team would conduct  
inspections. Further discussion was had regarding the requirement for locating  
food trucks on paved surfaces, which was not always feasible. Mr. Balter  
suggested modifying the language to specify an improved surface rather than a  
paved one.  
The following people addressed the Board:  
Tom Sullivan received information regarding the rules which allowed food trucks  
at the County Fair.  
Marc Jaffe was informed that Florida Statute 509.102 defined parameters for hot  
dog carts.  
A motion was made by Commissioner Adams, seconded by Chairman  
Flescher, to direct staff to move forward with creating a food truck Ordinance,  
and modifying the term "paved surface" to "improved surface". The motion  
carried by the following vote:  
5 -  
Aye:  
Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman Loar, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner  
Earman, and Commissioner Moss  
25-0742  
13.I.2.  
Planning and Zoning Commission’s Request for a Joint Workshop with  
the Board of County Commissioners to Discuss the Planned  
Development (PD) Review and Approval Process  
Recommended Action:  
Staff recommends that the BCC direct staff to schedule a joint special workshop  
between the PZC and the BCC to discuss the PD review and approval process in  
the Fall of 2025.  
Ryan Sweeney, Assistant Planning and Services Director, appeared before the  
Board in follow up to a request made at the June 12, 2025, Planning and Zoning  
Commission (PZC) meeting for a Joint Workshop with the Board to discuss the  
Planned Development review and approval process. Mr. Sweeney suggested  
holding the meeting in the fall of this year, possibly in the evening, and stated he  
would gather potential dates. Chairman Flescher suggested choosing a Thursday  
since the PZC usually met on that day.  
Commissioner Earman spoke in support of the meeting so that development  
standards could be set that favored County residents. Commissioner Adams  
received confirmation that the meeting would include a definition of "public  
benefit", discussion of developer waivers, and education for the public regarding  
how a Planned Development differed from zoning.  
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  
J. Public Works  
K. Sandridge Golf Club  
L. Utilities Services  
14. COUNTY ATTORNEY MATTERS  
25-0741  
14.A.1.  
Resolution Designating Planning Services as Administrative Authority  
Overseeing Plating Process and Designating County Administrator as  
Administrative Official for Approval of Plats  
Recommended Action:  
Staff recommends:  
1) The Board officially designate the Planning and Services Division as the  
administrative authority to receive, review and process final plats/replats.  
2) Designate the County Administrator and/or his/her designee as the administrative  
officer with the responsibility of approving, approving with conditions, or denying the  
proposed final plat/replat.  
3) Planning and Services Division bring to the Board a resolution for acceptance the  
dedications made to the County via the plat/replat after said plat/replat has been  
accepted and recorded.  
Attachments: Proposed Resolution  
SB 784  
Deputy County Attorney Susan Prado presented the Resolution which contained  
changes to the plat approval process. The Florida Legislature, under Senate Bill (SB)  
784 which took effect July 1, 2025, mandated designation of an administrative  
authority to oversee handling of plat submissions, and a higher authority to be in  
charge of plat approval instead of the Board. The Resolution designated the Planning  
and Development Services Department as the administrative authority, as they  
currently managed plat submissions to ensure legal and other requirements were met.  
Additionally, the County Administrator, or his designee, would take on the roll of  
required administrative authority to be in charge of plat approvals. The new law also  
included a requirement for a seven-day time limit for the approval, conditional  
approval, or denial of plats. Attorney Prado speculated the Legislature may have  
wanted to expedite the approval process.  
Attorney Prado also noted that the Legislature did not update a related Statute  
requiring the Board to be responsible for accepting dedications. Since the Board had  
done this in conjunction with plat approval, a separate Resolution now would be  
required to bring forward dedications after the County Administrator approved a plat.  
Chairman Flescher received confirmation that the new law called for an approver who  
ranked higher than the administrative authority. County Administrator John Titkanich  
noted that he already reviewed and signed off on plats, so this change would not  
affect his workload. Commissioner Moss and Attorney Prado discussed the lack of  
clarity which arose with the new law and the routing process for plat approval. The  
Commissioner confirmed that developers would bypass the Board by communicating  
directly with staff, and expressed her opposition to the law as it usurped home rule.  
The Board and staff expressed concern for the short time, with Administrator  
Titkanich agreeing staff would have to conduct a sufficiency review. Attorney Prado  
informed the Administrator that denials would have to be accompanied by legal  
opinion which may slow down the approval process, depending on the submission.  
The Administrator suggested having staff put together an information sheet to explain  
the new rules.  
A motion was made by Commissioner Adams, seconded by Chairman Flescher,  
to approve staff's recommendation and Resolution 2025-033, designating the  
Planning Services Department as the Administrative Authority to receive, review  
and process plats or replat submittals and designating the County Administrator  
or his/her designee as the administrative official responsible for approving,  
approving with conditions, or denying a proposed plat or replat and granting  
authority to accept dedications made via plat. The motion carried by the  
following vote:  
4 -  
Aye:  
Nay:  
Chairman Flescher, Vice Chairman Loar, Commissioner Adams, and Commissioner  
Earman  
1 - Commissioner Moss  
15. COMMISSIONERS MATTERS  
A. Commissioner Joseph E. Flescher, Chairman  
B. Commissioner Deryl Loar, Vice Chairman  
25-0689  
Quarterly Updates from County Administrator & County Attorney  
15.B.1.  
Vice Chairman Loar introduced the item, describing the updates as a healthy  
practice which fostered transparency and reduced social media speculation.  
County Attorney Jennifer Shuler began by discussing the challenges faced this  
past quarter as her department learned of the new laws approved in the last state  
legislative session. Attorney Shuler relayed her department's ongoing initiatives:  
refreshing outdated codes, a master Ordinance for non-ad valorem special  
assessments, ironing out details for a County-run animal shelter, a new hire for  
land acquisition and leasing and departmental coordination to manage leases. The  
Attorney ended her recap with plans to expand services, create community  
relationships, and her desire to be responsive and effective.  
County Administrator Titkanich began his report with details of the work done to  
bring in a balanced Fiscal Year 2025/26 budget, while keeping millage rates low.  
His additional items included: Solid Waste Disposal District efforts, 21 new hires,  
leadership training, partnerships for management training, efforts toward an  
economic development strategy, the County's Centennial , new construction  
projects, and Indian River Lagoon management successes. Internally, the  
Administrator had been collaborating with department heads regarding code  
changes, and provided updates on Public Works projects, personnel  
advancements and turnover, key performance indicators regarding permit  
processing, and customer satisfaction improvements. Mr. Titkanich included  
challenges such as additional Budget requests from the Sheriff and others,  
managing growth and development, stormwater management, and strategic  
planning. He ended on a high note, announcing the receipt of a $2 million  
appropriation toward the West Library/Community Resource Hub.  
Vice Chairman Loar observed that internally, the Administrator should work on  
his time management and internal relationships, as well as better availability to  
constituents. Commissioner Adams expressed excitement and thanked staff for  
their work in securing the $2 million earmark for the West Library project.  
Chairman Flescher closed the Item noting there have been many challenges and  
demands for the County Attorney and County Administrator.  
No Action Taken or Required  
C. Commissioner Susan Adams  
D. Commissioner Joseph H. Earman  
E. Commissioner Laura Moss  
16. SPECIAL DISTRICTS AND BOARDS  
A. Emergency Services District  
B. Solid Waste Disposal District  
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.  
25-0733  
Final Pay to Biogas Engineering  
16.B.1.  
Recommended Action:  
Solid Waste Disposal District staff recommends that its Board approve Biogas  
Engineering final invoice amount of $58,827.50.  
Attachments: Biogas Final Invoice  
There was no discussion regarding this Item.  
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  
C. Environmental Control Board  
17. PUBLIC COMMENT: NON-AGENDA-RELATED MATTERS  
Tom Sullivan suggested widely publicizing the Board's future joint session meeting  
with the Planning and Zoning Commission (PZC) for the public's benefit. He  
discussed ways developers were providing fewer benefits and encouraged public  
attendance at PZC meetings.  
Matt Redstone, Sergeant with the Indian River County Sheriff's Office, requested the  
Board's support for the Sheriff's budget request. He discussed Deputies' struggles and  
the need for up-to-date technology.  
Al Signorelli, with the Indian River County Corrections Department, asked for the  
Board's support for the Sheriff's budget request. He discussed his career in the  
Corrections Department, and the dedication of his coworkers.  
No Action Taken or Required  
18. ADJOURNMENT  
There being no further business, the Chairman adjourned the meeting at 11:55 a.m.