Indian River County  
Administration Complex  
1801 27th Street, Building  
A
Indian River County Florida  
Vero Beach, Florida,  
32960-3388  
Meeting Minutes - Final  
www.indianriver.gov  
Board of County Commissioners  
Joseph H. Earman, District 3, Chairman  
Susan Adams, District 1, Vice Chairman  
Joseph Flescher, District 2  
Deryl Loar, District 4  
Laura Moss, District 5  
John A. Titkanich, Jr., County Administrator  
William K. DeBraal, County Attorney  
Ryan L. Butler, Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller  
Tuesday, November 7, 2023  
9:00 AM  
Commission Chambers  
1. CALL TO ORDER  
5 -  
Present:  
Chairman Joe Earman  
Vice Chairman Susan Adams  
Commissioner Joseph Flescher  
Commissioner Deryl Loar  
Commissioner Laura Moss  
2.A. A MOMENT OF SILENT REFLECTION FOR FIRST RESPONDERS AND MEMBERS OF  
THE ARMED FORCES  
2.B. INVOCATION  
Deacon Wilfred Hart, Friendship Missionary Baptist Church  
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE  
Commissioner Deryl Loar  
4. ADDITIONS/DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA / EMERGENCY ITEMS  
Moved: Item 15.B.4 after the Consent Agenda  
Moved: Item 15.B.5 after Item 7.E..  
A motion was made by Vice Chairman Adams, seconded by Commissioner  
Flescher, to approve the Agenda as amended. The motion carried by the  
following vote:  
5 -  
Aye:  
Chairman Earman, Vice Chairman Adams, Commissioner Flescher, Commissioner  
Loar, and Commissioner Moss  
5. PROCLAMATIONS and PRESENTATIONS  
23-1035  
5.A.  
Presentation of Proclamation Dedicating November 13th - 19th as National  
Apprenticeship Week  
Recommended Action:  
Read & Present  
Attachments: Proclamation  
Colleen Gill, Apprenticeship Navigator for Career Source Treasure Coast, thanked  
the Board for recognizing National Apprenticeship Week. The program connects  
employers and job seekers to provide free on-the-job training, and helps reduce  
turnover rates, increases productivity, lowers recruitment costs, and ensures job site  
safety.  
Read and presented by Commissioner Flescher  
23-1022  
5.B.  
Presentation of Proclamation Recognizing the Week of November 15 - 22, 2023 as  
Farm-City Week  
Recommended Action:  
Read and Present  
Attachments: Proclamation  
Gracee Hendrix, Board Member of the Indian River County Farm Bureau, expressed  
her gratitude for the Board's unwavering support and contributions to the Farm  
Bureau in Indian River County. She mentioned that the County's participation in the  
Farm City Week event, which promoted positive relationships between farm families  
and city residents of Indian River County, was invaluable. Furthermore, she  
appreciated the County's support for the farmers in the community.  
Read and presented by Vice Chairman Adams  
6. APPROVAL OF MINUTES  
7. INFORMATION ITEMS FROM STAFF OR COMMISSIONERS NOT REQUIRING BOARD  
ACTION  
23-1012  
7.A.  
SWDD Closures and Collection Service Changes for Thanksgiving  
For informational purposes only - no action required  
Recommended Action:  
Attachments: Staff Report  
No Action Taken or Required  
23-1017  
7.B.  
Indian River County Venue Event Calendar Review  
Informational item, no Board action required.  
Recommended Action:  
Attachments: Staff Report  
No Action Taken or Required  
23-1025  
7.C.  
Notice of Extension to Contract for Construction of Required Roadway  
Improvements (Re: Right-Of-Way Permit No. 2021091000) - Restoration (Removal  
of Temporary Construction Entrance) - Project: The Vivien Apartments, City of Vero  
Beach - Developer: Park Pointe Apartments Vero, LLC  
Attachments: Staff Report  
No Action Taken or Required  
23-1026  
7.D.  
Notice of Extension to Contract for Construction of Required Roadway  
Improvements (Re: Right-Of-Way Permit No. 2021091000) - 41st St. North Canal  
Widening Improvements - Project: The Vivien Apartments, City of Vero Beach -  
Developer: Park Pointe Apartments Vero, LLC  
Attachments: Staff Report  
No Action Taken or Required  
23-1036  
7.E.  
Operation Green Light  
Attachments: Operation Green Light  
Colonel Anthony "Tony" Young from Operation Green Light displayed a photograph  
of the green light home on 2204 Vero Beach Avenue. He thanked the Board for  
bringing attention to the Veterans and their contributions.  
Commissioner Flescher praised Deputy County Administrator Mike Zito and Director  
of Parks and Recreation Beth Powell for their dedicated efforts toward launching  
Operation Green Light. Mr. Zito stated that various county-owned buildings, including  
the Fairgrounds, Administration Buildings, and the Intergenerational (iG) Center,  
would be lit up in green as a tribute to Operation Green Light. He expressed gratitude  
to the Board for their hard work in collecting donations for the project, as all the lights  
had been donated and installed by the Parks and Recreation Department and the  
Facilities team.  
No Action Taken or Required  
8. CONSENT AGENDA  
A motion was made by Vice Chairman Adams, seconded by Commissioner  
Flescher, to approve the Consent Agenda as amended, pulling Item 8.N. for  
discussion. The motion carried by the following vote:  
5 -  
Aye:  
Chairman Earman, Vice Chairman Adams, Commissioner Flescher, Commissioner  
Loar, and Commissioner Moss  
23-0942  
8.A.  
8.B.  
8.C.  
8.D.  
8.E.  
Checks and Electronic Payments September 15, 2023 to September 21, 2023  
Recommended Action:  
Approve the list of checks and electronic payments issued by the Comptroller  
Division for the time period of September 15, 2023 to September 21, 2023  
Attachments: Comptroller Division Staff Report  
Approved  
23-0941  
Checks and Electronic Payments September 22, 2023 to September 28, 2023  
Recommended Action:  
Approve the list of checks and electronic payments issued by the Comptroller  
Division for the time period of September 22, 2023 to September 28, 2023  
Attachments: Comptroller Division Staff Report  
Approved  
23-0955  
Checks and Electronic Payments September 29, 2023 to October 5, 2023  
Recommended Action:  
Approve the list of checks and electronic payments issued by the Comptroller  
Division for the time period of September 29, 2023 to October 5, 2023  
Attachments: Comptroller Division Staff Report  
Approved  
23-0968  
Checks and Electronic Payments October 6, 2023 to October 12, 2023  
Recommended Action:  
Approve the list of checks and electronic payments issued by the Comptroller  
Division for the time period of October 6, 2023 to October 12, 2023  
Attachments: Comptroller Division Staff Report  
Approved  
23-0991  
Checks and Electronic Payments October 13, 2023 to October 19, 2023  
Recommended Action:  
Approve the list of checks and electronic payments issued by the Comptroller  
Division for the time period of October 13, 2023 to October 19, 2023  
Attachments: Comptroller Division Staff Report  
Approved  
23-1014  
8.F.  
Checks and Electronic Payments October 20, 2023 to October 26, 2023  
Recommended Action:  
Approve the list of checks and electronic payments issued by the Comptroller  
Division for the time period of October 20, 2023 to October 26, 2023  
Attachments: Comptroller Division Staff Report  
Approved  
23-0977  
8.G.  
Award of RFP 2024005 Comprehensive Utility Rate Study  
Recommended Action:  
Staff recommends the Board approve the final ranking of firms, approve the  
agreement, and authorize the Chairman to execute it, after review and approval by the  
County Attorney as to form and legal sufficiency, and after approval of the required  
insurance by the Risk Manager.  
Attachments: Staff Report  
Agreement  
Approved staff's recommendation  
23-1009  
8.H.  
Second Amendment to Agreement for Vending Machine Services (Bid 2019030)  
Recommended Action:  
Staff recommends the Board approve the second amendment to the agreement with  
the Florida Department of Education, Division of Blind Services, and authorize the  
Chairman to execute it after the County Attorney has approved it as to form and legal  
sufficiency.  
Attachments: Staff Report  
Second Amendment  
Approved staff's recommendation  
23-1013  
8.I.  
Agreement with Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. for Continuing Environmental,  
Ecological, and Biological Support Services  
Recommended Action:  
Staff recommends the Board approve the KHA Agreement and authorize the  
Chairman to execute it, after review and approval by the County Attorney as to form  
and legal sufficiency.  
Attachments: Staff Report  
KHA Agreement  
Approved staff's recommendation  
23-0983  
8.J.  
Award of Bid 2024009 for Jones' Pier Conservation Area Bungalow Renovation  
Recommended Action:  
Staff recommends the Board award Bid 2024009 to Close Construction Services,  
LLC, approve the agreement, and authorize the Chairman to sign the agreement after  
receipt and approval of the agreement and the required public construction bond by  
the County Attorney as to form and legal sufficiency, after the Contractor has  
reactivated its status with the Building Division, and after receipt and approval of the  
required insurance by the Risk Manager. So long as there are no changes in the  
dollar amount under the agreement, upon adequate completion of the work set forth in  
the agreement, staff is directed to make final payment and release any retainage to  
Close Construction Services, LLC, after review and approval by the Purchasing  
Manager and the County Attorney’s Office.  
Attachments: Staff Report  
Agreement  
Approved staff's recommendation  
23-0985  
8.K.  
Miscellaneous Budget Amendment 09  
Recommended Action:  
Staff recommends the Board of County Commissioners approve the budget resolution  
amending the Fiscal Year 2022/2023 budget  
Attachments: Staff Report  
2022 2023 Resolution  
Exhibit "A"  
Approved staff's recommendation and Resolution 2023-071, amending the fiscal  
year 2022-2023 budget.  
23-1023  
8.L.  
IRL Council Small Grant Contract#: 2023SG-09  
Recommended Action:  
Staff respectfully recommends that the Board accept the IRLC 2023 Small Grants  
Program Agreement - Contract #:2023SG-09 for the Gifford Youth Achievement  
Center Garden Florida-Friendly Landscaping Demonstration Project and authorize  
the Chairman to execute the agreement after review and approval by the County  
Attorney.  
Attachments: Staff Report  
IRLNEP Grant Agreement  
Grant Form IRLNEP Grant  
Approved staff's recommendation  
23-0997  
8.M.  
Award of RFP 2024008 for Agent/Brokers, Self-Insurance Fund and Direct Writing  
Insurers for Property and Casualty Insurance  
Recommended Action:  
Staff recommends the Board approve the final ranking of firms, award the RFP to  
Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, LLC, approve the agreement, and  
authorize the Chairman to execute it, after review and approval by the County  
Attorney as to form and legal sufficiency. Staff also recommends the Board authorize  
the Purchasing Manager to renew this agreement, under the same terms and  
conditions for four additional one-year periods subject to satisfactory performance,  
vendor acceptance, and determination by the Risk Management Division that renewal  
of this agreement is in the best interest of Indian River County.  
Attachments: Staff Report  
Agreement  
Approved staff's recommendation  
23-1007  
8.N.  
Approval of the Affordable Housing Advisory Committee 2023 Incentives Review  
and Recommendation Report Resolution  
Recommended Action:  
Staff and the Affordable Housing Advisory Committee recommend that the Board of  
County Commissioners approve the 2023 AHAC Incentives Review and  
Recommendation Report, and direct staff to submit a copy of the report to the FHFC  
for review by December 31, 2023.  
Attachments: Staff Report  
Draft 2023 AHAC Incentives - Report  
Draft Resolution  
Vice Chairman Adams emphasized that the County had consistently received many  
inquiries from other regions within the state regarding the existing incentives package  
in an attempt to replicate some of the successful initiatives of the Affordable Housing  
Advisory Committee (AHAC). This was a positive indication that AHAC had  
effectively implemented its affordable housing program in Indian River County.  
Chief Planner Chris Balter stated that other areas in the state were considering  
adopting the impact fee waiver program as an incentive. Since 1992, this program had  
spent $22.5 million, generated $8.6 million in income, and helped many people,  
including 27 families this year alone. The program had also been beneficial to Habitat  
for Humanity, enabling them to keep housing prices affordable. Mr. Balter  
commended his staff for their outstanding work in processing applications quickly and  
efficiently.  
Vice Chairman Adams stated the implementation of software would enable staff to  
move through the State Housing Initiative Partnership Program (SHIP) applications  
faster and more efficiently. She thanked staff for all their hard work.  
A motion was made by Vice Chairman Adams, seconded by Commissioner  
Flescher, to approve staff's recommendation and Resolution 2023-072, approving  
the Indian River County Affordable Housing Advisory Committee (AHAC) 2023  
report and directing staff to submit the County’s Local Housing Assistance Plan to  
Florida Housing Finance Corporation (FHFC). The motion carried by the following  
vote:  
5 -  
Aye:  
Chairman Earman, Vice Chairman Adams, Commissioner Flescher, Commissioner  
Loar, and Commissioner Moss  
23-1015  
8.O.  
AtkinsRéalis USA Work Order 3 for Supplemental Staff Support Services  
Recommended Action:  
Staff recommends that the Board of County Commissioners approve Work Order 3  
with AtkinsRéalis USA in the amount of $150,000.00 to provide supplemental staff  
support services, and authorize the Chair to execute the same. So long as there are no  
changes in the dollar amount under the work order and upon adequate completion of  
the work set forth in the work order, staff is directed to make final payment and  
release any retainage to AtkinsRéalis USA, after review and approval by the  
Purchasing Manager and the County Attorney’s Office  
Attachments: Staff Report  
AtkinsRéalis Supplementary Services SOW  
Approved staff's recommendation  
23-1018  
8.P.  
Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. Work Order 6 Amendment 1, Oslo Water  
Treatment Plant Improvements, Construction Phase Services  
Recommended Action:  
Staff recommends that the Board of County Commissioners approve Work Order 6  
Amendment 1 with Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. in the amount of $263,132.00,  
for additional time to assist with project delivery and provide additional services  
including asset management and record drawings development for the Oslo Water  
Treatment Plant improvements project, and authorize the Chair to execute the same.  
So long as there are no changes in the dollar amount under the work orders, upon  
adequate completion of the work set forth in the work orders, staff is directed to  
make final payments to Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc., after review and approval  
by the Purchasing Manager and the County Attorney’s Office  
Attachments: Staff Report  
Scope of Service - WO 6 Amend 1  
Approved staff's recommendation  
23-1019  
8.Q.  
Release of Retainage - Bid No. 2023035 - Exterior Painting at Indian River County  
Courthouse  
Recommended Action:  
Staff recommends approval of payment of $4,650.00 to Quick Painting Group for  
release of retainage.  
Attachments: Staff Report  
Quick Painting Group Inv No. 1335  
Approved staff's recommendation  
23-0999  
8.R.  
Acceptance and Approval of Modification #2 of Emergency Management Program  
Grant (EMPG) Federally-Funded Subgrant Agreement; Agreement Number: G0371  
Recommended Action:  
Staff recommends Approval of Modification #2 for the Federally-Funded Subgrant  
Agreement (G0371) between Indian River County Emergency Management and the  
State of Florida, Division of Emergency Management  
Attachments: Staff Report  
EMPG Modification #2  
Approved staff's recommendation  
9. CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS and GOVERNMENTAL AGENCIES  
10. PUBLIC ITEMS  
A. PUBLIC HEARINGS  
B. PUBLIC DISCUSSION ITEMS  
23-1029  
10.B.1.  
Request for Public Discussion by Mr. Doug DeMuth re: City of Vero Beach  
Wastewater Treatment Plant Cost  
Recommended Action:  
No action required  
Attachments: Public Discussion Request D.DeMuth  
Mr. Douglas DeMuth, a resident, requested an urgent review of the water and  
wastewater rates based on the City of Vero Beach's new wastewater plant costs.  
The request was made for the unincorporated Indian River County residents who  
received services from the City. Additionally, Mr. DeMuth urged the Board to  
implement a limit on any increase in rates for these residents over the next five  
years. He utilized a PowerPoint presentation to present his case before the  
Board.  
There was no further discussion from the Board.  
No Action Taken or Required  
C. PUBLIC NOTICE ITEMS  
11. COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR MATTERS  
The Chairman called a recess at 10:10 a.m., and reconvened the meeting at 10:19  
a.m., with all members present.  
23-1037  
11.A.  
WWII Tribute - Request for County Funding  
Recommended Action:  
Staff is requesting direction from the Board of County Commissioners  
Attachments: Staff Report  
County Administrator John Titkanich stated that the World War II Tribute Team was  
creating a permanent stage at the Veterans Memorial Island Sanctuary to honor the  
42 Indian River County residents who lost their lives during the war and those who  
served. The request was $33,750 for 26 helical piers to support the structure.  
Colonel Tony Young displayed the image of the memorial as he reflected on stories of  
the men and women who had lost their lives in World War II. He was joined by  
family members of military personnel who had served in the war. He thanked the  
Board for supporting the Veterans of Indian River County. He stated that the Indian  
River Historical Society had partnered with Cultural Council of Indian River County  
and other veteran, community, and private groups and foundations to fund a historical  
marker that would be placed on the kiosk. The marker would feature a QR code that  
links to a video that was currently in production.  
Commissioner Moss stated this was a true tribute to the veterans. Commissioner  
Flescher was thoroughly impressed with the amount of fundraising and outreach to the  
community that took place to get this mission accomplished.  
A motion was made by Commissioner Moss, seconded by Commissioner  
Flescher, to approve the funding amount of $33,750 for 26 helical piers to support  
the World War II Tribute. The motion carried by the following vote:  
5 -  
Aye:  
Chairman Earman, Vice Chairman Adams, Commissioner Flescher, Commissioner  
Loar, and Commissioner Moss  
12. DEPARTMENTAL MATTERS  
A. Community Services  
B. Emergency Services  
C. Human Resources  
D. Information Technology  
E. Natural Resources  
23-1020  
12.E.1  
Sector 3 Hurricanes Ian and Nicole Dune Renourishment Project  
Recommended Action:  
Staff recommends that the Sector 3 Hurricanes Ian and Nicole Dune Restoration  
Project (Bid 2024004) be awarded to Dickerson Infrastructure, Inc., dba  
Dickerson Florida, Inc., in the amount of $13,078,244.36 and requests that the  
Board of County Commissioners approve the sample agreement and authorize the  
Chairman to execute said agreement after review and approval of the agreement  
by the County Attorney as to form and legal sufficiency, and after receipt and  
approval of the required public construction bond and insurance.  
Attachments: Staff Report  
Sample Agreement  
Bid Recommendation Letter  
Interim Natural Resources Director Eric Charest utilized a PowerPoint  
presentation to detail the construction contract with Dickerson Infrastructure, Inc.  
for the Sector 3 Hurricanes Ian and Nicole Dune Restoration Project. The project  
aimed to restore 6.6 miles of coastline in North Beach, Orchid Town, Wabasso  
Beach, Indian River Shores, and unincorporated Indian River County. It would  
involve placing beach-compatible sand and native dune plants from the Seaview  
subdivision to the south of Turtle Trail beach access. Construction would occur  
approximately between November 1st and April 30th to avoid turtle nesting  
season. The project would place 274,368 cubic yards of sand fill and install  
728,633 native dune plants along the shoreline at a cost of $13,078,244.36.  
Commissioner Flescher entered into discussion with Mr. Charest and Coastal  
Resource Manager Quintin Bergman about the sea turtle nesting season. They  
confirmed that the beach renourishment project took into account the protection  
of sea turtles and their nests and none of the turtles or their nests would be  
harmed during this project.  
Resident Mr. Will Ferrell thanked the Board and everyone involved in these  
projects, stating that every Barrier Island resident was grateful for their hard  
work.  
A motion was made by Commissioner Flescher, seconded by Commissioner  
Moss, to approve staff's recommendation. The motion carried by the  
following vote:  
5 -  
Aye:  
Chairman Earman, Vice Chairman Adams, Commissioner Flescher,  
Commissioner Loar, and Commissioner Moss  
23-1024  
12.E.2.  
Sector 3, Hurricanes Ian and Nicole Dune Renourishment Construction  
Administration, APTIM Work Order No. 2018006-17  
Recommended Action:  
Staff recommends the BCC authorize Work Order No. 2018006-17 in the total  
lump sum amount of $504,685.96. Additionally, staff recommends the BCC  
authorize the Chairman to execute Work Order No. 2018006-17  
Attachments: Staff Report  
Work Order No 2018006-17  
WO 2018006-17 Execution Agreement  
Eric Charest, Interim Natural Resources Director, utilized a PowerPoint  
presentation to detail the construction activities undertaken in the Sector 3  
Hurricanes Ian and Nicole Dune Renourishment project. This project had several  
permit requirements that must be strictly adhered to, including the recently  
approved contract with Dickerson Infrastructure, Inc. to undertake this project. A  
proposed Work Order had been put forward by Aptim Environmental and  
Infrastructure, LLC (APTIM) for professional engineering services to support  
construction administration and monitoring during the Sector 3 Hurricanes Ian and  
Nicole Dune Renourishment Project construction. The total amount for Sector 3  
Dune Repair Construction Administration would be $504,685.96.  
A motion was made by Commissioner Flescher, seconded by Commissioner  
Moss, to approve staff's recommendation. The motion carried by the  
following vote:  
5 -  
Aye:  
Chairman Earman, Vice Chairman Adams, Commissioner Flescher,  
Commissioner Loar, and Commissioner Moss  
F. Office of Management and Budget  
G. Parks, Recreation, and Conservation  
H. Planning and Development Services  
23-1011  
12.H.1.  
Revision to SHARP Program Funding Schedule  
Recommended Action:  
Staff recommends that the Board of County Commissioners approve the  
proposed changes to the SHARP funding schedule.  
Attachments: Staff Report  
Proposed revised SHARP funding schedule  
Andy Sobczak, Planning and Development Services Director, presented the  
revision to the Supplemental Housing Assistance Rehab and Purchase (SHARP)  
program. He stated on October 25, 2023, the Affordable Housing Advisory  
Committee (AHAC) voted unanimously to approve the proposed SHARP  
funding changes.  
In March 2022, the County approved the SHARP program, which combines the  
State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) program with the American Rescue  
Plan (ARP) funds. This program aimed to increase the overall limit of available  
funds, which was used to provide homes by either renovating existing homes or  
building new ones. During the presentation, a chart was displayed showing the  
changes which would double the available funding.  
Vice Chairman Adams remarked that the AHAC was excited to repurpose the  
ARP dollars to provide more financial support. She mentioned that for a  
median-income family, the program could offer up to $40,000 in purchase  
assistance, which could be increased with additional funds for home rehabilitation.  
With the current housing prices in the community, this program could go a long  
way, and the committee was grateful to have found a way to reallocate the funds  
and make them more accessible to those in need.  
Commissioner Moss inquired about the status of the funding cap of $400,000  
approved by the Board in December of 2022, for the low-income housing tax  
credit program, and if it was still reserved for the ARP. Mr. Sobczak confirmed  
that the amount available for the program was $340,000 and that it was still part  
of the allocation of the ARP.  
Additional discussion ensued between the Commissioners and staff regarding the  
revised funding for the SHARP program and forthcoming projects.  
A motion was made by Commissioner Moss, seconded by Commissioner  
Flescher, to approve the proposed changes to the Supplemental Housing  
Assistance Rehab and Purchase (SHARP) program funding schedule. The  
motion carried by the following vote:  
5 -  
Aye:  
Chairman Earman, Vice Chairman Adams, Commissioner Flescher,  
Commissioner Loar, and Commissioner Moss  
23-1016  
12.H.2.  
Federal Transit Administration FY 2023 Triennial Review Final Report  
This is an informational item; no action is required.  
Recommended Action:  
Attachments: Staff Report  
FTA email  
Final Report  
Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) Staff Director Brian Freeman utilized  
a PowerPoint presentation to show the final report of the Federal Transit  
Administration (FTA) FY 2023 triennial review. He highlighted that 2023 had  
been a phenomenal year for transit in Indian River County.  
He stated the GoLine had seen an all-time record of 1,261,480 ridership for the  
fiscal year that just ended. There were more riders than before the pandemic,  
making the GoLine one of the few transit systems in the country that can make  
that boast. The GoLine was also the most cost-efficient system in Florida. The  
triennial review was the FTA's primary method of providing oversight to transit  
agencies receiving federal funding.  
Mr. Freeman stated it was a long and arduous process that took several months  
to complete. Countless hours were spent compiling all the documents required by  
the FTA and their reviewers. The process was conducted through several virtual  
meetings that lasted several months. It culminated in a two-day in-person site visit  
that was incredibly intense. The training review program was very comprehensive,  
covering 23 different areas. They examined legal and financial capacity, technical  
capacity, maintenance program and procedures, procurement records, and  
compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).  
The FTA released the final report for the triennial review, which included a chart  
displaying the number of findings or deficiencies identified during previous  
reviews. He stated the MPO would typically have 3 to 5 minor issues requiring  
adjustments or corrections. However, this year, the MPO was thrilled to report  
that there were zero findings. This was a testament to the strong partnership with  
the Senior Resource Association (SRA) and their commitment to providing an  
efficient and effective system while upholding best practices.  
Andy Sobczak, Planning and Development Services Director, praised the MPO  
staff for their outstanding performance. He said the coordination with the SRA  
was excellent, and the group was exceptionally well-run. Mr. Sobczak believed  
their success resulted from their hard work and dedication to doing everything  
right. He concluded by congratulating the team on a job well done.  
Karen Deigl, President and CEO of Senior Resource Association, collaborated  
with the MPO and expressed her appreciation for the staff who worked diligently  
on the triennial review. The review was an accumulation of work done over the  
years and required meticulous attention to detail. It was crucial to ensure that  
everything was done perfectly. She commented the team put in a lot of effort to  
produce an excellent review.  
No Action Taken or Required  
I. Public Works  
J. Utilities Services  
13. COUNTY ATTORNEY MATTERS  
14. COMMISSIONERS MATTERS  
A. Commissioner Joseph H. Earman, Chairman  
B. Commissioner Susan Adams, Vice Chairman  
C. Commissioner Joseph E. Flescher  
D. Commissioner Deryl Loar  
E. Commissioner Laura Moss  
15. SPECIAL DISTRICTS AND BOARDS  
A. Emergency Services 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.  
B. Solid Waste Disposal District  
A motion was made by Commissioner Flescher, seconded by Vice Chairman  
Adams, to approve the Solid Waste Disposal District Preliminary Budget  
Meeting Minutes of September 13, 2023, and Solid Waste Disposal District  
Final Budget Meeting Minutes of September 20, 2023 as written. The motion  
carried by the following vote:  
5 -  
Aye:  
Chairman Earman, Vice Chairman Adams, Commissioner Flescher,  
Commissioner Loar, and Commissioner Moss  
23-0965  
15.B.1.  
Approval of SWDD Preliminary Budget Hearing Meeting Minutes of September  
13, 2023  
Recommended Action:  
Approve  
Attachments: 09132023 SWDD Prelim Budget Draft  
Approved as written  
23-0967  
15.B.2.  
Approval of SWDD Final Budget Hearing Meeting Minutes of September 20,  
2023  
Recommended Action:  
Approve  
Attachments: 09202023 SWDD Final Budget Draft  
Approved as written  
23-1003  
15.B.3.  
Approval of the SWDD Meeting Minutes of October 3, 2023  
Approve  
Recommended Action:  
Attachments: 10032023 SWDD Draft  
A motion was made by Commissioner Flescher, seconded by Commissioner  
Loar, to approve the Solid Waste Disposal District Meeting Minutes of October  
3, 2023 as written. The motion carried by the following vote:  
5 -  
Aye:  
Chairman Earman, Vice Chairman Adams, Commissioner Flescher,  
Commissioner Loar, and Commissioner Moss  
[Clerks note: Item 15.B.4. was heard following the Consent Agenda]  
23-0918  
15.B.4.  
Lease of SWDD Property to Halley Engineering Contractors, Inc. for the Oslo  
Widening and I-95 Interchange Project  
Recommended Action:  
Staff recommends that the Board approve the lease agreement with Halley  
Engineering Contractors, Inc. and to authorize the Chairman to execute the agreement  
upon approval by the County Attorney and receipt of the necessary insurance and  
bonds  
Attachments: Staff Report  
Lease Agreement  
Solid Waste Disposal District Managing Director Himanshu Mehta stated that Halley  
Engineering Contractors, Inc. (HEC) had requested to use approximately two acres  
of SWDD property as a laydown/stabilized staging area for their Florida Department  
of Transportation (FDOT) Oslo widening and I-95 Interchange project. The SWDD  
property was located on Oslo Road and would provide them with easy access to the  
project. The lease would be through September 30, 2027, or upon project  
completion, and the lease amount would be $600 a month.  
A motion was made by Commissioner Flescher, seconded by Commissioner Loar,  
to approve staff's recommendation. The motion carried by the following vote:  
5 -  
Aye:  
Chairman Earman, Vice Chairman Adams, Commissioner Flescher, Commissioner  
Loar, and Commissioner Moss  
[Clerks note: Item 15.B.5. was heard after Item 7.E.]  
23-1010  
15.B.5.  
Residential Paper Shredding Event on November 18, 2023  
Recommended Action:  
Solid Waste Disposal District staff recommends that the Board approve the Fall  
Residential Paper Shredding Event to be held on November 18, 2023  
Attachments: Staff Report  
SWDD MOU with WM 2023  
Sue Flak, Recycling Education Coordinator, Solid Waste Disposal District stated the  
upcoming paper shredding event would be held on Saturday, November 18th at  
Southeast Secure Shredding from 8:00 a.m. to noon. Ms. Flak also stated all five  
Convenience Centers would be closed on Thanksgiving Day.  
No Action Taken or Required  
C. Environmental Control Board  
16. ADJOURNMENT  
There being no further business, the Chairman adjourned the meeting at 11:01 A.M.