Indian River County  
Administration Complex  
1801 27th Street, Building  
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Indian River County Florida  
Vero Beach, Florida,  
32960-3388  
Meeting Minutes - Final  
www.ircgov.com  
Board of County Commissioners  
Peter O'Bryan, Chairman, District 4  
Joseph H. Earman, Vice Chairman, District 3  
Susan Adams, District 1  
Joseph Flescher, District 2  
Laura Moss, District 5  
Jason E. Brown, County Administrator  
Dylan Reingold, County Attorney  
Jeffrey R. Smith, Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller  
Tuesday, May 3, 2022  
9:00 AM  
Commission Chambers  
1. CALL TO ORDER  
5 -  
Present:  
Chairman Peter O'Bryan  
Vice Chairman Joe Earman  
Commissioner Susan Adams  
Commissioner Joseph Flescher  
Commissioner Laura Moss  
2.A. A MOMENT OF SILENT REFLECTION FOR FIRST RESPONDERS AND MEMBERS OF  
THE ARMED FORCES  
2.B. INVOCATION  
Pastor Alex Pappas, Ocean Unite Christian Centre  
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE  
Commissioner Susan Adams  
4. ADDITIONS/DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA / EMERGENCY ITEMS  
A motion was made by Commissioner Flescher, seconded by Commissioner  
Moss, to approve the Agenda as presented. The motion carried by the following  
vote:  
5 -  
Aye:  
Chairman O'Bryan, Vice Chairman Earman, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner  
Flescher, and Commissioner Moss  
5. PROCLAMATIONS and PRESENTATIONS  
22-0283  
5.A.  
Presentation of Proclamation for Tourism and Travel Week  
Read and Present  
Recommended Action:  
Attachments: Proclamation - Tourism and Travel  
Kirk Funnell, Director of Tourism and Marketing, Indian River County Chamber of  
Commerce, was joined by community partners as he discussed tourism in the County.  
Utilizing PowerPoint slides, Mr. Funnell provided the latest data regarding occupancy  
rates, visitor spending, economic impact, and bed tax collections, which had all  
increased compared to previous years.  
In response to Chairman O'Bryan's question, Mr. Funnell predicted continued growth  
in tourism rates. Commissioner Flescher commented on the highest-ever bed tax  
collections and complimented the Chamber's staff for their marketing efforts.  
Read and Presented by Commissioner Adams  
22-0298  
5.B.  
Presentation of Proclamation Proclaiming Mental Health Awareness Month May  
2022  
Recommended Action:  
Recommend Read and Present  
Attachments: Proclamation  
William Wims, CEO, New Horizons of the Treasure Coast and Okeechobee,  
reported that Indian River County had 1,700 adults and 200 kids who sought help  
with their mental health in the last year. He noted that higher rates of mental illness  
were expected in the coming year as people processed the impact of the pandemic.  
Mr. Wims thanked the Board for their support.  
Read and Presented by Vice Chairman Earman  
22-0332  
5.C.  
Presentation of Proclamation Designating the Week of May 1-7, 2022, as National  
Correctional Officers and Employees Week  
Recommended Action:  
Read and Present  
Attachments: Proclamation  
Indian River County Undersheriff Thomas Raulen appeared with Correctional  
Department staff members to accept the Proclamation. He discussed the training  
correctional officers complete and gave special thanks to the Department's civilian  
staff as well.  
Read and Presented by Commissioner Flescher  
6. APPROVAL OF MINUTES  
A motion was made by Commissioner Flescher, seconded by Chairman O'Bryan,  
to approve the Regular Meeting Minutes of February 15, 2022, and March 1, 2022  
as written. The motion carried by the following vote:  
5 -  
Aye:  
Chairman O'Bryan, Vice Chairman Earman, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner  
Flescher, and Commissioner Moss  
22-0337  
6.A.  
Regular Meeting of February 15, 2022  
Approved  
Recommended Action:  
Attachments: 02152022 BCC Granicus  
Approved  
22-0341  
6.B.  
Regular Meeting of March 1, 2022  
Approve  
Recommended Action:  
Attachments: 03012022 BCC Draft  
Approved  
7. INFORMATION ITEMS FROM STAFF OR COMMISSIONERS NOT REQUIRING BOARD  
ACTION  
22-0316  
7.A.  
Distinguished Budget Presentation Award  
Informational Item- No Action Required  
Recommended Action:  
Attachments: Staff Report  
Press Release  
Distinguished Budget Presentation Award  
Management and Budget Director Kristin Daniels appeared before the Board and  
reported that her department had received the Distinguished Budget Presentation  
Award from the Government Finance Officers Association for the 31st consecutive  
year.  
Chairman O'Bryan praised the County's financial leadership and applauded Ms.  
Daniels' work. County Administrator Jason Brown echoed the Chairman's  
congratulations.  
No Action Taken or Required  
22-0320  
7.B.  
2nd Quarter FY 2021/2022 Budget Report  
No Action Required  
Recommended Action:  
Attachments: Staff Report  
2nd Quarter Budget Report  
No Action Taken or Required  
22-0350  
7.C.  
Indian River County Venue Event Calendar Review  
Recommended Action:  
This is an informational item only; no Board action is required  
Attachments: Event Calendar Review May  
Chairman O'Bryan thanked the many volunteers who made the previous weekend's  
Air Show a success. He also challenged his fellow Commissioners to compete in the  
Trilogy Challenge disc golf tournament on May 28, 2022 at Hobart Park.  
No Action Taken or Required  
8. CONSENT AGENDA  
A motion was made by Commissioner Flescher, seconded by Commissioner  
Adams, to approve the Consent Agenda as amended, pulling Item 8.N. for  
discussion. The motion carried by the following vote:  
5 -  
Aye:  
Chairman O'Bryan, Vice Chairman Earman, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner  
Flescher, and Commissioner Moss  
22-0300  
8.A.  
Checks and Electronic Payments March 25, 2022 to March 31, 2022  
Recommended Action:  
Approve the list of checks and electronic payments issued by the Comptroller's office  
for the time period of March 25, 2022 to March 31, 2022  
Attachments: Finance Department Staff Report  
Approved  
22-0299  
8.B.  
Checks and Electronic Payments April 1, 2022 to April 7, 2022  
Recommended Action:  
Approve the list of checks and electronic payments issued by the Comptroller's office  
for the time period of April 1, 2022 to April 7, 2022  
Attachments: Finance Department Staff Report  
Approved  
22-0318  
8.C.  
Checks and Electronic Payments April 8, 2022 to April 14, 2022  
Recommended Action:  
Approve the list of checks and electronic payments issued by the Comptroller's office  
for the time period of April 8, 2022 to April 14, 2022  
Attachments: Finance Department Staff Report  
Approved  
22-0329  
8.D.  
Amendment to Annual Award for Sulfuric Acid (Bid 2022004)  
Recommended Action:  
Staff recommends the Board approve the amendment to the award, allowing for  
quarterly price modifications, and authorize the Purchasing Manager to approve an  
August amendment, after review and approval by the County Attorney as to form and  
legal sufficiency.  
Attachments: Staff Report  
Notice of Amendment to Award  
Approved staff's recommendation  
22-0321  
8.E.  
Approval of Renewal for a Class "A" Certificate of Public Convenience and  
Necessity for Indian River Shores Department of Public Safety  
Recommended Action:  
Staff respectfully recommends that the Board of County Commissioners approve  
renewal of the Class "A" Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity for Indian  
River Shores Department of Public Safety, to be effective for a period of two (2)  
years from April 15, 2022 to April 15, 2024.  
Attachments: Staff Report  
COPCN Renewal Application  
Approved staff's recommendation  
22-0345  
8.F.  
Release of Retainage for Sector 3, Phase 2 Beach and Dune Restoration Project  
(IRC-2109)  
Recommended Action:  
Staff recommends release and payment of Contractor’s retainage in the amount of  
$431,537.14.  
Attachments: Staff Report  
Sector 3 Phase 2 Pay App No. 2109-5  
Change Order No. 2109-1  
Approved staff's recommendation  
22-0336  
8.G.  
Award of Bid No. 2022028, Resurfacing 69th Street From 66th Avenue to  
SR5/US-1 , Project No. IRC 1639, FM No. 438073-1-54-01  
Recommended Action:  
Staff recommends the project be awarded to Timothy Rose Contracting, Inc. in the  
amount of $3,806,470.75 for resurfacing  
69th Street From 66th Avenue to  
SR5/US-1. 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: Staff Report  
Sample Agreement  
Approved staff's recommendation  
22-0328  
8.H.  
Roseland Community Center Building & Site Improvements Release of Retainage and  
Change Order No. 2 (IRC-1855)  
Recommended Action:  
Staff recommends approval of Change Order No. 2 and payment of Contractor’s  
Application for Payment No. 8 to Kerns Construction & Property Management Corp  
in the amount of $12,753.46 for release of retainage.  
Attachments: Staff Report  
Change Order No. 2  
Approved staff's recommendation  
22-0340  
8.I.  
Request by Sand Ridge Sebastian, LLC for Release of an Easement  
Recommended Action:  
Staff recommends that the Board, through adoption of the draft resolution, approve  
release of the 24' Marginal Access Easement described in the draft resolution.  
Attachments: Staff Report  
Sketch of Description Map  
Draft County Resolution Releasing Easement  
Approved Resolution 2022-019, releasing an easement located at Century Plaza  
(13240-13262 US HWY 1).  
22-0342  
8.J.  
Work Change Directive to Timothy Rose Contracting, LLC under their contract with  
Pulte for Developer’s Agreement with Pulte Homes  
Recommended Action:  
Staff recommends that the Board of County Commissioners approve the recommend  
modifications to the utility relocation work affiliated with Pulte Homes Developer’s  
Agreement with the County and authorize staff to direct Pulte to approve Change  
Directive #7 with Timothy Rose Contracting, Inc., and also agree to reimburse Pulte  
Homes in the amount of $183,552.97, for the work change directive  
Attachments: Staff Report  
Change Directive 7 between Pulte and TRC  
Approved staff's recommendation  
22-0347  
8.K.  
Work Order No. 8, Kimley-Horn and Associates, North County Water Plant 2023  
Discharge Permit Renewal  
Recommended Action:  
Staff recommends that the Board of County Commissioners approve Work Order  
No. 8 with Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc., for the amount of $34,455 for this  
fiscal year’s portion (FY 2021/2022), and the amount of $34,455, which will be paid  
in FY 2022/2023, along with the $6,000 permit application fee in FY 2022/2023,  
and authorize the Chairman to execute the same, as presented.  
Attachments: Staff Report  
Work Order No 8 - Kimley-Horn and Associates  
Approved staff's recommendation  
22-0349  
8.L.  
Force Main Replacement Under 49th Street along 58th Avenue  
Recommended Action:  
Staff recommends that the Board of County Commissioners waive the requirement for  
bids and authorize the issuance of a purchase order for the work to Timothy Rose  
Contracting, Inc., to perform the utility replacement for the amount of $172,293.87.  
Attachments: Staff Report  
Timothy Rose Contracting Inc Cost Estimate  
Approved staff's recommendation  
22-0351  
8.M.  
Resolution Cancelling Taxes on Various Properties  
Recommended Action:  
Authorize the Chairman of the Board of County Commissioners to execute the  
Resolutions to cancel certain taxes upon the properties purchased by Indian River  
County for a public purpose, and the Clerk to send a certified copy of the Resolutions  
to the Tax Collector and the Property Appraiser so that any delinquent or current  
taxes can be cancelled.  
Attachments: Staff Report  
Resolution Cancelling Taxes Calvin Arnold Bethel, Jr.  
Resolution Cancelling Taxes Lipfert  
Resolution Cancelling Taxes Pamela Ellen Ryall Morris  
Resolution Cancelling Taxes Secure Boat  
Resolution Cancelling Taxes Van Antwerp  
Approved Resolutions 2022-020 (Bethel), 2022-021 (Lipfert), 2022-022 (Ryall  
Morris), 2022-023 (Secure Boat & RV), and 2022-024 (VanAntwerp), cancelling  
certain taxes upon publicly owned lands, pursuant to Section 196.28, Florida  
Statutes.  
22-0333  
8.N.  
American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 - Supplemental Housing Assistance Rehab and  
Purchase (SHARP) Program funding formula adjustment.  
Recommended Action:  
Staff recommends that the Board of County Commissioners approve the proposed  
SHARP funding formula adjustment.  
Attachments: Staff Report  
Approved SHARP program summary Sheet  
Proposed revision Summary Sheet  
Chairman O'Bryan relayed a constituent's experience trying to secure Supplemental  
Housing Assistance Rehab and Purchase (SHARP) program funds for an emergency  
home repair. Assistant Community Development Director Andy Sobczak provided  
confirmation to the Chairman that he would look into expediting the process to obtain  
an emergency repair loan.  
A motion was made by Commissioner Flescher, seconded by Vice Chairman  
Earman, to approve staff's recommendation, and direct staff to research ways to  
expedite the process for emergency repair loan approval. The motion carried by  
the following vote:  
5 -  
Aye:  
Chairman O'Bryan, Vice Chairman Earman, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner  
Flescher, and Commissioner Moss  
9. CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS and GOVERNMENTAL AGENCIES  
22-0355  
9.A.  
Indian River County Supervisor of Elections Leslie Swan re: Redistricting and  
Relocation of Polling Sites  
Recommended Action:  
Consider request to approve the proposed precinct map  
Attachments: Letter - 2022 Reprecincting  
2022 Precinct Map  
Consolidated Polling Places  
2022 Individual Polling Locations  
Supervisor of Elections Leslie R. Swan sought the Board's approval of the revised  
Voter Precinct Map, and thanked her staff for their effort. Through PowerPoint  
slides, Ms. Swan explained that following the 2020 Census, her office had to adjust  
precinct boundary lines and polling places based on a series of parameters which she  
detailed. Ms. Swan informed she would execute a direct mail and public information  
campaign to apprise residents of the changes. She also requested the Board's  
assistance in modifying signs throughout the County.  
County Administrator Jason Brown pledged the County's help with the signage  
changes.  
A motion was made by Commissioner Flescher, seconded by Commissioner  
Adams, to approve the proposed Voter Precinct Map as presented. The motion  
carried by the following vote:  
5 -  
Aye:  
Chairman O'Bryan, Vice Chairman Earman, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner  
Flescher, and Commissioner Moss  
10. PUBLIC ITEMS  
A. PUBLIC HEARINGS  
PROOF OF PUBLICATION FOR THIS HEARING IS ON FILE IN THE  
OFFICE OF THE CLERK TO THE BOARD.  
22-0322  
10.A.1.  
Irrigation Ordinance (LEGISLATIVE)  
Recommended Action:  
The County Attorney’s Office recommends the Indian River County Board of  
County Commissioners open the public hearing, take any public input, close the  
public hearing and vote to approve the draft ordinance.  
Attachments: Staff Report  
SJRWMD - Model Water Conservation Ordinance (1)  
Model Updated Water Conservation Ordinance  
Affidavit of Publication - Irrigation Ord.  
County Attorney Dylan Reingold presented the draft Irrigation Ordinance, with  
added enforcement penalties, as directed at the February 15, 2022 Board  
meeting.  
Chairman O'Bryan opened comments with suggested modifications to the  
following Sections: 1) Section 3, Landscape Irrigation Schedules, replace Daylight  
Savings Time (DST) and Eastern Standard Time (EST) with specific months to  
prevent confusion; 2) Section 4, Exceptions to...Schedules, add more detail as to  
what constitutes "new" landscaping; and 3) Section 9, Penalties, modify to reflect  
that the second violation would have to occur within 12 months of the first one,  
and the third violation would have to occur within 24 months of the first violation.  
County Attorney Reingold advised that suggestions one (1) and two (2) would  
need approval from St. John's River Water Management District (SJRWMD),  
whereas number three (3) was at the Board's discretion.  
Commissioner Laura Moss opposed suggestion number (3), citing the  
SJRWMD's guidance for significant penalties, and expressed concern for wasted  
water from maladjusted sprinklers. Commissioner Flescher was in agreement  
with the Chairman's suggestions and expressed that the ordinance should be  
tolerable and enforceable.  
The Chairman opened the public hearing. There being no speakers, the Chairman  
closed the public hearing.  
Chairman O'Bryan was advised by County Attorney Reingold that a decision  
from SJRWMD on the modifications would take two (2) weeks to receive; the  
Chairman suggested deferring the Board's vote. The Chairman then re-opened  
the public hearing and requested a continuation until May 17, 2022.  
A motion was made by Commissioner Flescher, seconded by Vice Chairman  
Earman, to continue the public hearing on May 17, 2022 to allow staff time to  
seek approval from the St. Johns River Water Management District regarding  
the proposed Ordinance modifications. The motion carried by the following  
vote:  
5 -  
Aye:  
Chairman O'Bryan, Vice Chairman Earman, Commissioner Adams,  
Commissioner Flescher, and Commissioner Moss  
B. PUBLIC DISCUSSION ITEMS  
C. PUBLIC NOTICE ITEMS  
22-0334  
10.C.1.  
Public Notice of Public Hearing for May 10, 2022, for Ordinance Amending Part  
II (Children’s Services Advisory Committee) of Chapter 103 (Commissions and  
Boards) of the Indian River County Code  
Attachments: Staff Report  
County Attorney Dylan Reingold read the notice into the record.  
No Action Taken or Required  
11. COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR MATTERS  
12. DEPARTMENTAL MATTERS  
A. Community Development  
B. Emergency Services  
C. General Services  
D. Human Resources  
22-0353  
12.D.1.  
Award of RFP 2022040 - 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan Recordkeeper  
Services  
Recommended Action:  
Staff recommends the Board award the project to Lincoln Retirement Services  
Company, LLC, authorize the County Administrator to execute the Letter of  
Intent, and authorize the Chairman to execute the final agreement after the County  
Attorney has approved it as to form and legal sufficiency.  
Attachments: Staff Report  
IRC RFP Fee Summary  
Lincoln Sample Agreement  
Lincoln Letter of Intent  
Suzanne Boyll, Human Resources Director, presented her Department's  
recommendation to select Lincoln Retirement Services Company, LLC (Lincoln)  
as the new Deferred Compensation Plan Recordkeeper. She described the  
selection process, noted the savings that would be realized, and expressed  
satisfaction with the company's offerings. Chairman O'Bryan received  
confirmation that Lincoln would transfer and maintain employees' current  
investment options, except for the Nationwide Fixed Account which would be  
replaced by the Lincoln Stable Value Account.  
Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller Jeffrey R. Smith addressed the Board  
to discuss the benefits for employees which included fee savings, and a higher  
level of customer service. In response to the Commissioners' inquiries, Mr. Smith  
provided information regarding Lincoln's financial planning assistance, improved  
security measures, and comparable rating to Nationwide. He added that the  
County's consultant, AndCo Consulting, supported the decision to move to  
Lincoln. Chairman O'Bryan received information regarding Lincoln's options for  
employees who preferred a higher level of involvement in their investment  
strategies.  
Chairman O'Bryan clarified that there would be a 90-day transition plan, and that  
the switch would be seamless for employees. Commissioner Moss received  
information from Mr. Smith regarding Lincoln's ranking, complaints against  
Nationwide, and confirmation that Lincoln's representatives did not work on  
commission. Director Boyll discussed the offerings that Lincoln had to help  
employees plan their retirement investments.  
A motion was made by Commissioner Flescher, seconded by Commissioner  
Adams, to approve staff's recommendation. The motion carried by the  
following vote:  
5 -  
Aye:  
Chairman O'Bryan, Vice Chairman Earman, Commissioner Adams,  
Commissioner Flescher, and Commissioner Moss  
The Chairman called for a recess at 10:07 a.m., and reconvened at 10:20 a.m. with all  
members present.  
E. Information Technology  
22-0348  
12.E.1.  
Indian River County Broadband Feasibility Study Report  
Recommended Action:  
Utilize existing ARP allocation and grant funding to complete options 1 & 2.  
Consider employing a combination of grants and capital improvement program  
funding to pursue option 3, contingent upon grant funding availability.  
Attachments: Staff Report  
Indian River Broadband Feasibility Study Final Report  
Information Technology Director Dan Russell introduced Kyle Hollifield, Senior  
Vice President of Marketing and Business Development, Magellan Advisors  
(Magellan), to present the Indian River County Broadband Feasibility Study. Mr.  
Hollifield presented a market analysis, community survey results, and  
recommendations for broadband expansion to reach underserved residents.  
The presentation continued with a closer look at the three (3) recommendations to  
increase broadband service in the County: 1) partner with Fellsmere to expand  
their fiber network and add wireless capability for rural residents; 2) provide  
wireless broadband to the Gifford area until the County's fiber network was  
constructed; and 3) build a phased-in Countywide fiber network to connect  
County facilities and promote greater services for all residents. Included in the  
options were cost estimates, timelines, possible funding sources, and ideas to have  
the network pay for its own operating costs.  
In response to Chairman O'Bryan's question, Director Russell informed that most  
of the County's existing fiber network was in use or had been damaged by  
construction, and investment in new infrastructure was needed. Additional  
discussion was had regarding the capacity of fiber and the need to structure the  
network to maximize service.  
Mr. Hollifield resumed his presentation with the cost to operate a County  
network, as well as information on leasing unused capacity to recoup costs and  
generate revenue. He concluded with the next steps, and advised the County to  
complete the design-engineering phase in order to be "shovel ready" and best  
positioned for upcoming State and Federal grants. Discussion ensued with the  
Board receiving information regarding increased market competition, and the cost  
to complete the design-engineering phase. Director Russell also advised that the  
Department of Broadband Opportunity Office was aware of the County's plan.  
Commissioner Adams advocated for using the already-budgeted $4 million  
American Rescue Plan (ARP) funds to execute the Fellsmere expansion for an  
estimated cost of $3,080,000 (Option 1), the Gifford wireless network estimated  
at $144,900 (Option 2), and begin work toward Option 3 in light of growing  
needs and potential financial assistance. The Commissioners each expressed their  
support for moving forward with all three options in order to serve immediate  
needs and simultaneously plan construction of a fiber network.  
Chairman O'Bryan expressed enthusiasm for capitalizing on the County's  
momentum and moving forward with Option 3, starting with the  
design-engineering phase, estimated at $870,000. The Board received  
confirmation from staff that Options 1 and 2 could be completed under Magellan's  
contract, but the design-engineering plan for the network would need to go  
through the Request For Quote (RFQ) process. Director Russell estimated it  
would take two to four weeks to prepare for the RFQ process. Mr. Hollifield and  
County Administrator Jason Brown provided additional information on a phased  
approach for providing service.  
Under discussion, Miguel Davila-Duran addressed the Board with support for the  
County's network plan.  
County Administrator Jason Brown issued a correction to the amount of money  
available through ARP as being $3.5 million; he agreed to seek interest in  
participation from the municipalities. County Attorney Dylan Reingold informed  
the Board of the legal research and analysis that would be needed regarding  
broadband management.  
A motion was made by Commissioner Adams, seconded by Commissioner  
Flescher, to approve staff's recommendation with modification to Option 3,  
directing staff to prepare and send a RFQ for the design-engineering of a  
fiber optic intranet for the County. The motion carried by the following vote:  
5 -  
Aye:  
Chairman O'Bryan, Vice Chairman Earman, Commissioner Adams,  
Commissioner Flescher, and Commissioner Moss  
F. Office of Management and Budget  
G. Public Works  
22-0344  
12.G.1.  
Completion of Sector 3, Phase 1 & 2 Beach and Dune Restoration Project  
Recommended Action:  
There is no BCC action needed under this Sector 3 Beach and Dune Restoration  
Project update.  
Attachments: Staff Report  
Public Works Director Richard Szpyrka introduced the item before turning the  
presentation over to Kylie Ariotti, Beach Environmental Specialist. Ms. Ariotti  
utilized a PowerPoint presentation which included information on beach  
nourishment, the Sector 3 area in North County, needed permits, sea turtle  
protection, acknowledgement of County partners, highlights of the restoration,  
easements, a no-fill area video, and information regarding dune preservation.  
Vice Chairman Earman commented that the Commissioners, and Beach and  
Shores Preservation Committee members were impressed with the restoration  
work done.  
No Action Taken or Required  
H. Utilities Services  
13. COUNTY ATTORNEY MATTERS  
22-0327  
13.A.  
Medical Examiner’s Office Facility Resolution  
Recommended Action:  
The County Attorney’s Office recommends the Indian River County Board of County  
Commissioners vote to approve the draft resolution.  
Attachments: Staff Report  
Medical Examiner Resolution 2022  
County Attorney Dylan Reingold provided a recap of the discussions regarding the  
planned new Medical Examiner's Office Facility. He reiterated that the draft  
Resolution of Support would allow the County to enter discussions with all parties  
regarding planning, construction, and pursuing grants. Vice Chairman Earman added  
that Senator Harrell's Office needed the Resolution to start the budgeting and planning  
process.  
Commissioner Moss requested modifying language in Sections 2 and 3 of the draft  
Resolution in order to afford the County Administrator more autonomy. County  
Administrator Jason Brown provided feedback to the Commissioner's suggestions,  
and stated he understood the need to protect the County's financial interests. He  
looked to the Board for direction on modifying the language.  
Chairman O'Bryan expressed confidence in County Administrator Brown's ability to  
keep costs down and monitor the scope of the County's commitment to the joint  
venture. Vice Chairman Earman and Commissioner Flescher agreed with the  
Chairman's comments, and stated that the wording of the Resolution was sufficient.  
Vice Chairman Earman announced that the next meeting for the Medical Examiner's  
Advisory Task Force would be May 19, 2022. County Administrator Brown  
reminded the Board to keep Senator Debbie Mayfield and Representative Erin Grall  
in the loop regarding legislative requests. Commissioner Moss closed comments  
reiterating her changes were intended to provide more latitude for County  
Administrator Brown.  
A motion was made by Vice Chairman Earman, seconded by Chairman O'Bryan,  
to approve Resolution 2022-025, directing the County Administrator to enter into  
discussions leading to an agreement to design and construct a new Medical  
Examiner Facility to be located on the campus of Indian River State College in  
Fort Pierce, Florida; supporting requests for State and Federal financial  
assistance; providing for an effective date. The motion carried by the following  
vote:  
4 -  
Aye:  
Nay:  
Chairman O'Bryan, Vice Chairman Earman, Commissioner Adams, and  
Commissioner Flescher  
1 - Commissioner Moss  
14. COMMISSIONERS MATTERS  
A. Commissioner Peter D. O'Bryan, Chairman  
B. Commissioner Joseph H. Earman, Vice Chairman  
C. Commissioner Susan Adams  
D. Commissioner Joseph E. Flescher  
E. Commissioner Laura Moss  
15. SPECIAL DISTRICTS AND BOARDS  
The Board 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  
22-0339  
15.B.1.  
Approval of SWDD Meeting Minutes of February 15, 2022  
Approve  
Recommended Action:  
Attachments: 02152022 SWDD Draft  
A motion was made by Commissioner Flescher, seconded by Vice Chairman  
Earman, to approve the Solid Waste Disposal District's Meeting Minutes of  
February 15, 2022. The motion carried by the following vote:  
5 -  
Aye:  
Chairman O'Bryan, Vice Chairman Earman, Commissioner Adams,  
Commissioner Flescher, and Commissioner Moss  
22-0343  
15.B.2.  
Authorization to Florida Power & Light to install Underground Lines on the  
Landfill Property  
Recommended Action:  
Solid Waste Disposal District (SWDD) staff recommends that its Board approve  
the following: a) Approve the Underground Distribution Facilities Installation  
Agreement with Florida Power & Light (FPL) and grant the non-exclusive  
Easement in accordance with the easement drawings; b) Authorize the Chairman  
to execute the same, as presented; c) Authorize the County Attorney’s Office to  
record the executed non-exclusive Easement; and, d) Authorize the County  
Administrator or his designee to sign the Notification of FPL Facilities  
Attachments: Staff Report  
Underground Distribution Facilities Installation Agrmt  
FPL Non-Exclusive Easement and Exhibits  
FPL Notification of FPL Facilities  
There was no discussion regarding this item.  
A motion was made by Commissioner Flescher, seconded by Vice Chairman  
Earman, to approve staff's recommendation. The motion carried by the  
following vote:  
5 -  
Aye:  
Chairman O'Bryan, Vice Chairman Earman, Commissioner Adams,  
Commissioner Flescher, and Commissioner Moss  
22-0346  
15.B.3.  
Final Pay to Geosyntec for Work Order No. 10/Amendment No. 1 - Permit  
Compliance Monitoring and Compliance  
Recommended Action:  
Solid Waste Disposal District staff recommends that its Board approve  
Geosyntec’s final invoice amount of $8,895.40  
Attachments: Staff Report  
Geosyntec Project Completion Report and Final Invoice  
There was no discussion regarding this item.  
A motion was made by Commissioner Flescher, seconded by Vice Chairman  
Earman, to approve staff's recommendation. The motion carried by the  
following vote:  
5 -  
Aye:  
Chairman O'Bryan, Vice Chairman Earman, Commissioner Adams,  
Commissioner Flescher, and Commissioner Moss  
C. Environmental Control Board  
16. ADJOURNMENT  
There being no further business, the Chairman adjourned the meeting at 12:12 p.m.