Indian River County  
Administration Complex  
1801 27th Street, Building  
A
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, November 1, 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 Jim Gallagher, Calvary Chapel of Vero Beach  
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE  
Commissioner Laura Moss  
4. ADDITIONS/DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA / EMERGENCY ITEMS  
Deleted: Item 10.B.1. Request to speak from Bill Rigby  
A motion was made by Commissioner Flescher, seconded by Commissioner  
Moss, to approve the Agenda as amended. 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  
22-0804  
5.A.  
Operation Green Light - Michael Zito and Melissa Arndt, Veterans Services  
Manager  
Recommended Action:  
Presentation  
Assistant County Administrator Michael Zito introduced a presentation regarding  
Operation Green Light in honor of Veterans Service Officers. County Manager of  
Veterans Services Melissa Arndt utilized a PowerPoint presentation to discuss the  
assistance she and her staff provide.  
Mr. Zito read into the record a statement provided by the National Association of  
Counties' Veterans Services Officers regarding Operation Green Light, and told of the  
plan to light up the Indian River County Administration buildings and the iG Center  
with green lights from November 7th through November 13th.  
Presented by Assistant County Administrator Michael Zito  
6. APPROVAL OF MINUTES  
A motion was made by Commissioner Flescher, seconded by Commissioner  
Adams, to approve the Regular Meeting minutes of August 16, 2022 and  
September 13, 2022, and the Budget Hearing minutes of July 13, 2022, September  
14, 2022, and September 21, 2022. The motion carried by the following vote:  
5 -  
Aye:  
Chairman O'Bryan, Vice Chairman Earman, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner  
Flescher, and Commissioner Moss  
22-0925  
6.A.  
6.B.  
6.C.  
Budget Workshop Meeting Minutes of July 13, 2022  
Approve  
Recommended Action:  
Attachments: 07132022 Budget workshop Draft  
Approved  
22-0895  
Regular Meeting of August 16, 2022  
Approve  
Recommended Action:  
Attachments: 08162022BCC_Granicus  
Approved  
22-0920  
Regular Meeting of September 13, 2022  
Approve  
Recommended Action:  
Attachments: 09132022 BCC Draft  
Approved  
22-0928  
6.D.  
Preliminary Budget Hearing Meeting Minutes of September 14, 2022  
Approve  
Recommended Action:  
Attachments: 09142022 Prelim Bdgt Draft  
Approved  
22-0930  
6.E.  
Final Budget Hearing Minutes of September 21, 2022  
Approve  
Recommended Action:  
Attachments: 09212022 Budget Final Draft  
Approved  
7. INFORMATION ITEMS FROM STAFF OR COMMISSIONERS NOT REQUIRING BOARD  
ACTION  
22-0886  
7.A.  
Beach and Shore Preservation Advisory Committee Resignation  
Attachments: Staff Report  
221017 Email Resignation re BSPAC - David Barney  
Vice Chairman Earman announced the resignation of Dave Barney from the Beach  
and Shore Preservation Advisory Committee.  
No Action Taken or Required  
22-0902  
7.B.  
Community Champion 2022 Award  
For Information Only  
Recommended Action:  
Attachments: Staff Report  
Chairman O'Bryan announced the Indian River County Board of County  
Commissioners was awarded the 2022 Community Champion Award from the  
Senior Collaborative Indian River for ensuring the safety and protection of seniors in  
the County.  
No Action Taken or Required  
22-0903  
7.C.  
Indian River County Venue Event Calendar Review  
Informational item only; no Board action is required.  
Recommended Action:  
Attachments: Event Calendar  
Chairman O'Bryan highlighted events including the Coastal Conservation Association  
dinner, a new adult co-ed kickball league, and the success of Oktoberfest.  
Commissioner Adams informed of the free FWC Florida Hunter Safety course at the  
County's shooting range.  
Commissioner Adams added a reminder for the Sebastian Clambake Lagoon Festival  
to be held November 4th through 6th at Riverview Park.  
No Action Taken or Required  
22-0910  
7.D.  
Florida Public Service Commission Consummating Order PSC-2022-0358-FOF-EI.  
Final Order implementing FPL's return on equity. A copy is on file in the Office of the  
Clerk to the Board.  
Recommended Action:  
Information Only  
No Action Taken or Required  
8. CONSENT AGENDA  
A motion was made by Commissioner Flescher, seconded by Vice Chairman  
Earman, to approve the Consent Agenda as amended, pulling Items 8.H. and 8.M.  
for discussion The motion carried by the following vote:  
5 -  
Aye:  
Chairman O'Bryan, Vice Chairman Earman, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner  
Flescher, and Commissioner Moss  
22-0835  
8.A.  
Checks and Electronic Payments September 16, 2022 to September 22, 2022  
Recommended Action:  
Approve the list of checks and electronic payments issued by the Comptroller's office  
for the time period of September 16, 2022 to September 22, 2022  
Attachments: Finance Department Staff Report  
Approved  
22-0847  
8.B.  
Checks and Electronic Payments September 23, 2022 to September 29, 2022  
Recommended Action:  
Approve the list of checks and electronic payments issued by the Comptroller's office  
for the time period of September 23, 2022 to September 29, 2022  
Attachments: Finance Department Staff Report  
Approved  
22-0781  
8.C.  
First Renewal and Amendment to Professional Services Agreement for Water Plant  
and Water Resources Engineering Services - RFQ 2019070  
Recommended Action:  
Staff recommends the Board approve the first extension and amendment to the  
agreement, and authorize the Chairman to execute it after the County Attorney has  
approved it as to form and legal sufficiency.  
Attachments: Staff Report  
First Extension and Amendment  
Approved staff's recommendation  
22-0813  
8.D.  
Award of Bid 2022057 Sebastian Harbor Preserve Fence  
Recommended Action:  
Staff recommends the Board award Bid 2022057 to Gomez and Son Fence, approve  
the sample agreement, and authorize the Chairman to execute the agreement after  
approval by the County Attorney as to form and legal sufficiency, receipt and  
approval of the required insurance by the Risk Manager, and the contractor’s active  
registration with the Building Division.  
Attachments: Staff Report  
Sample Agreement  
Approved staff's recommendation  
22-0892  
8.E.  
Authorization to Piggyback Modified Town of Jupiter Bid for Antiscalant  
Recommended Action:  
Staff recommends the Board authorize IRCDUS to continue to piggyback the Town  
of Jupiter contract W2105E for RO Antiscalant with American Water Chemicals,  
Inc., at the rates as amended by the Town’s Utilities Facilities Manager, for the  
duration of the agreement.  
Attachments: Staff Report  
Approved staff's recommendation  
22-0893  
8.F.  
Designation of Excess Equipment as Surplus and Disposal Authorization  
Recommended Action:  
Staff recommends the Board declare the items on the Excess List for 110122 as  
surplus, and authorize their disposal.  
Attachments: Staff Report  
Excess List for 110122  
Approved staff's recommendation  
22-0901  
8.G.  
Final Ranking of Consultants and Authorization to Negotiate for Design Services for  
Emergency Operations Center Expansion (RFQ 2022062)  
Recommended Action:  
Staff recommends the Board approve the Committee’s final ranking and authorize  
negotiations with the top ranked firm in accordance with FS 287.055, and the  
subsequently ranked firms, should negotiations with the top ranked firm fail.  
Attachments: Staff Report  
Approved staff's recommendation  
22-0888  
8.H.  
Oyster Bar Marsh Conservation Area Parking and Other Facilities - Final Completion  
Recommended Action:  
Staff respectfully recommends approval of Application for Payment No. 9 - Final, in  
the amount of $8,049.74 to XGD Systems, Inc. which will release any further  
obligations of the County from the Contractor.  
Attachments: Staff Report  
Pay Application No .9  
Commissioner Adams recounted her preview tour of the Oyster Bar Marsh  
Conservation Area, and praised the amenities installed. The Commissioner received  
confirmation from Conservation Lands Manager Wendy Swindell she would work  
with partner Indian River Land Trust on a soft opening date in advance of the grand  
opening. Ms. Swindell discussed the Florida Inland Navigation District (FIND) grant  
which helped fund the installation of innovative translucent boardwalks which allowed  
the sea grass to continue growing beneath.  
Chairman O'Bryan praised the conservation effort and mentioned the upcoming vote  
for the conservation land bond referendum.  
A motion was made by Commissioner Adams, seconded by Commissioner  
Flescher, 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  
22-0894  
8.I.  
Approval of a Public Transportation Grant Agreement (PTGA) with the Florida  
Department of Transportation (FDOT) for a Section 5311 CRRSAA Grant  
Recommended Action:  
Staff recommends that the Board of County Commissioners approve the Public  
Transportation Grant Agreement and adopt the resolution authorizing the Chairman to  
sign the agreement.  
Attachments: Staff Report  
Resolution  
Public Transportation Grant Agreement (PTGA)  
Grant Budget Form  
Approved Resolution 2022-080, authorizing the execution of a Public  
Transportation Grant Agreement with the Florida Department of Transportation.  
22-0907  
8.J.  
FDOT Small County Outreach Program (SCOP) Supplemental Agreement No. 1  
and Resolution Authorizing the Chairman’s Signature for Construction and  
Engineering Inspection (CEI) Services Resurfacing 69th Street From 66th Avenue to  
SR5/US1, IRC-1639, FM No. 438073-1-54-01  
Recommended Action:  
Staff recommends the Board of County Commissioners approve Supplemental  
Agreement No. 1 to Small County Outreach Program (SCOP) Agreement and  
Resolution and authorize the Chairman to execute the same.  
Attachments: Staff Report  
Authorizing Resolution  
FDOT Supplemental Agreement No. 1  
Approved Resolution 2022-081, authorizing the Chairman’s execution of  
Supplemental Agreement No. 1 to the Small County Outreach Program (SCOP)  
Agreement FM Number 438073-1-54-01 with the Florida Department of  
Transportation for Construction and Engineering Inspection (CEI) Services  
resurfacing 69th Street from 66th Avenue to SR5/US-1.  
22-0913  
8.K.  
Work Order No. 2- GFA International, Inc., Indian River Boulevard Resurfacing  
from 53rd Street to the Merrill Barber Bridge (IRC-1707)  
Recommended Action:  
Staff recommends approval of Work Order No. 2 to GFA International, Inc.  
authorizing the professional services as outlined in the Scope of Services (Exhibit A)  
and requests the Board to authorize the Chairman to execute Work Order No. 2 on  
their behalf for a not-to-exceed amount of $32,712.00.  
Attachments: Staff Report  
GFA International, Inc. Work Order No. 2  
Approved staff's recommendation  
22-0916  
8.L.  
Agreement with USDA-APHIS Wildlife Services - 2023 Season  
Recommended Action:  
Staff recommends that the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) authorize this  
Cooperative Services Agreement between Indian River County and the United States  
Department of Agriculture Animal and Plant Health Inspection Services (APHIS)  
Wildlife Services (WS) in the total lump sum of $10,747.00. Additionally, staff  
recommends that the BCC authorize the Chairman to execute the attached agreement.  
Attachments: Staff Report  
Wildlife Services Agreement  
Approved staff's recommendation  
22-0914  
8.M.  
Acceptance of Utility Easement - Brook’s 512 Commercial Development Subdivision  
(Located Within the Municipal Boundaries of the City of Sebastian)  
Recommended Action:  
Staff recommends that the Board of County Commissioners accept the dedication of  
the utility easement depicted on the proposed plat of Brook’s 512 Commercial  
Development Subdivision, so long as the City of Sebastian agrees that if any  
additional easements are required by Indian River County when the future site  
development is proposed, that City staff will mandate that building permits cannot be  
issued until the additional utility easements are formally established, and coordinated  
through the Indian River County Department of Utility Services and County  
Attorney’s Office. The County Attorney’s Office also recommends that the Board  
authorize the Chairman of the Board of County Commissioners to execute the  
County’s acceptance of the dedication of the utility easement on said plat.  
Attachments: Staff Report  
Brooks 512 Plat  
Chairman O'Bryan informed that County staff was working with the City of Sebastian  
(City) to expedite approval of a utility easement for the City's Brook's 512  
Commercial Development Subdivision project. County Attorney Dylan Reingold  
noted there were outstanding sufficiency concerns from the County's Department of  
Utility Services. In an effort to keep the project moving forward, the County agreed  
to approve the dedication of the utility easement on the condition that the City would  
agree to any additional needed utility easements before building permits were issued.  
City of Sebastian Vice Mayor Fred Jones expressed appreciation for the  
collaboration and assured that the City would honor its future commitment.  
A motion was made by Commissioner Adams, seconded by Chairman O'Bryan, 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  
9. CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS and GOVERNMENTAL AGENCIES  
10. PUBLIC ITEMS  
A. PUBLIC HEARINGS  
PROOF OF PUBLICATION FOR THESE HEARINGS IS ON FILE IN THE  
OFFICE OF THE CLERK TO THE BOARD.  
Consideration of a Request by David L. Cox, Ph.D., to Amend Land Development  
Regulation (LDR) Section 932.07, Piers, Docks and Boat Slips, by Revising the Size  
Restrictions on Unwalled Boat Shelters to be Consistent with Florida Department of  
Environmental Protection (FDEP) and Other Jurisdictional Agency Requirements  
[LDRA-22-05-01 / 2022020086-91934] (Legislative)  
22-0890  
10.A.1.  
Recommended Action:  
Staff recommends that the Board of County Commissioners adopt the proposed  
ordinance revising unwalled boat shelter size restrictions.  
Attachments: Staff Report  
Section 258.42 F.S.  
62-330.427 F.A.C.  
PZC 5-9-2019 Meeting Minutes  
BCC 7-2-2019 Meeting Minutes  
PZC 9-22-2022 Meeting Minutes  
Chp.18-21.003 F.A.C.  
Proposed Ordinance  
Community Development Director Phil Matson introduced Steven Hitt, Principal  
Environmental Planner, who presented details of the proposed Ordinance changes  
regarding unwalled boat shelter sizes. Mr. Hitt discussed the unintended  
consequences from the 2019 code amendments, and noted the current revisions  
would make the County's size limits and calculations more consistent with  
jurisdictional requirements.  
Commissioner Moss received additional information from Mr. Hitt regarding the  
Planning and Zoning Commission's (PZC) vote at their May 9, 2019 meeting.  
The Chairman opened the public hearing. The following people spoke:  
Dr. David Cox shed additional light on the state's regulations and the PZC vote.  
Chris Pinson, Indian River Docks, relayed his experience navigating current  
regulations.  
Chairman O'Bryan received additional information regarding limitations applicable  
to neighborhoods with man-made canals such as River Shores and Vero Shores.  
There being no further comments, the Chairman closed the public hearing.  
A motion was made by Vice Chairman Earman, seconded by Commissioner  
Flescher, to adopt Ordinance 2022-013, concerning amendments to its Land  
Development Regulations (LDRs); providing for amendments to Chapter 932,  
Coastal Management; by amending Subsection 932.07(3)(a), Unwalled  
Shelters, of Section 932.07, Piers, Docks and Boat Slips; and by providing for  
repeal of conflicting provisions; codification; severability; and effective date.  
The motion carried by the following vote:  
5 -  
Aye:  
Chairman O'Bryan, Vice Chairman Earman, Commissioner Adams,  
Commissioner Flescher, and Commissioner Moss  
22-0896  
10.A.2.  
Consideration of Brattain Property of Indian River County LLC’s Request for  
Land Development Regulation (LDR) Amendments to Sections 901.03, 911.10,  
and 971.13 to Allow Automobile Parking and Storage in the PRO, OCR, MED,  
CN, and CL Zoning Districts [LDRA-21-09-01 / 2003060269-90131]  
(Legislative)  
Recommended Action:  
Staff recommends that the Board of County Commissioners: 1. Direct staff to  
make any changes necessary to the proposed ordinance (if applicable); and 2. By  
a vote of 4 or 5 BCC members set the second, final adoption hearing for the  
regular BCC meeting of December 6, 2022 which is scheduled to begin at 9:00  
AM.  
Attachments: Staff Report  
Excerpt from 9-22-2022 PZC Meeting Minutes  
Draft Ordinance  
Ryan Sweeney, Chief of Current Development, presented the request from  
Brattain Property to amend the County's Land Development Regulations (LDRs)  
to allow parking and storage facilities in certain commercial zoning districts. He  
detailed the proposed zoning changes as Commissioners sought and received  
clarification on the ramifications. Mr. Sweeney noted the process for amending  
LDRs required a second adoption hearing to be held after 5 p.m., unless the  
Board voted otherwise.  
Commissioner Moss received information regarding administrative permit use, and  
expressed her preference for an evening meeting. Additional discussion ensued  
between the Commissioners and staff regarding the benefits of the code changes.  
The Chairman opened the public hearing for comments.  
Joseph Paladin, representative for Brattain Property, recommended a raised  
standard for buffer requirements.  
There being no further comments, the Chairman closed the public hearing.  
A motion was made by Commissioner Adams, seconded by Commissioner  
Flescher, to approve the proposed Ordinance as presented. The motion  
carried by the following vote:  
4 -  
Aye:  
Nay:  
Chairman O'Bryan, Vice Chairman Earman, Commissioner Adams, and  
Commissioner Flescher  
1 - Commissioner Moss  
Chairman O'Bryan requested the Board consider whether to schedule the final  
adoption hearing for 9 a.m. on December 6, 2022, at the Commissioners' regular  
Board meeting.  
Following the vote, Joseph Paladin requested permission to ask for Commissioner  
Moss' rationale in voting against the zoning change. The Commissioner  
commented the code changes were unnecessary, and expressed concern for the  
possible proliferation of paved parking lots. She then reiterated her opposition to  
changing the time of the second adoption meeting.  
A motion was made by Commissioner Flescher, seconded by Commissioner  
Adams, to approve scheduling the final adoption hearing for the regular  
Board Of County Commissioners' meeting of December 6, 2022, scheduled to  
begin at 9:00 a.m. The motion carried by the following vote:  
4 -  
Aye:  
Nay:  
Chairman O'Bryan, Vice Chairman Earman, Commissioner Adams, and  
Commissioner Flescher  
1 - Commissioner Moss  
B. PUBLIC DISCUSSION ITEMS  
22-0887  
10.B.1.  
Delete 10.B.1. - Request to Speak from Bill Rigby re: Community Development  
Districts - moved to Nov 8th  
Recommended Action:  
No action required  
Attachments: Public Discussion Request B. Rigby  
Deleted  
C. PUBLIC NOTICE ITEMS  
11. COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR MATTERS  
22-0915  
11.A.  
Four County Joint Board Meeting  
Recommended Action:  
Staff recommends that the Indian River County Board of County Commissioners adopt  
the resolution to hold a joint meeting with the Board of County Commissioners for St.  
Lucie County, the Board of County Commissioners for Martin County, and the Board of  
County Commissioners for Okeechobee County to discuss joint legislative priorities in  
anticipation of the State of Florida's 2023 legislative session.  
Attachments: Staff Report  
Resolution for Joint Meeting  
Kathy Copeland, Legislative Affairs and Communications Manager, described the  
four-county meeting, proposed for December 15, 2022, which was designed to  
coordinate legislative priorities among the Treasure Coast's counties. The  
Commissioners added their comments on the value of the joint meeting.  
A motion was made by Commissioner Adams, seconded by Vice Chairman  
Earman, to approve Resolution 2022-082, authorizing the Board of County  
Commissioners for Indian River County to participate in a joint meeting with the  
St. Lucie County Commission, the Martin County Commission, and the  
Okeechobee County Commission, to discuss and plan matters of mutual interest;  
and providing for an effective date. The motion carried by the following vote:  
5 -  
Aye:  
Chairman O'Bryan, Vice Chairman Earman, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner  
Flescher, and Commissioner Moss  
22-0912  
11.B.  
Ratification of Collective Bargaining Agreement between Indian River County  
Emergency Services District and Indian River County Firefighters/Paramedics  
Association, Local 2201, IAFF Effective October 1, 2022 through September 30,  
2025  
Recommended Action:  
Staff respectfully recommends approval of the Agreement and requests that the Board  
of County Commissioners authorize its Chairman to sign the full Agreement.  
Attachments: Staff Report  
Tentative Agreement IRC and IAFF Local 2201  
Proposed Pay Plan  
County Administrator Jason Brown presented the Firefighters' Collective Bargaining  
Agreement, and highlighted some of the changes it contained. He thanked staff for  
their assistance in ensuring the County remained competitive without having to raise  
taxes.  
Chairman O'Bryan noted this agreement was effective October 1, 2022, and  
appreciated being able to provide staff with input via a shade meeting before  
negotiations began. Vice Chairman Earman expressed his reasons for supporting the  
Agreement.  
Emergency Services Director Chief David Johnson praised the negotiating teams.  
IAFF Local 2201 President John O'Connor thanked the Board for addressing their  
concerns.  
Vice Chairman Earman expressed support for the agreement, and recounted his  
experiences on both sides of the negotiating table.  
A motion was made by Vice Chairman Earman, seconded by Commissioner  
Flescher, 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 10:27 a.m. and reconvened the meeting at 10:40  
a.m. with all members present.  
22-0905  
11.C.  
Transition Planning for New County Administrator  
Recommended Action:  
Staff recommends that the Board have a discussion regarding how best to fill the  
position of County Administrator and provide direction to staff.  
Attachments: Staff Report  
Resignation letter  
Chairman O'Bryan opened discussion regarding which methodology the Board  
preferred in the search for a replacement for County Administrator Jason Brown who  
resigned from his position effective December 31, 2022. County Administrator  
Brown reviewed the candidate search options which included management in-house  
by Human Resources, an open search with assistance from the Florida Association of  
County Managers, or an open search utilizing an executive recruitment firm.  
Under discussion, the Board stated their concerns and opinions regarding utilization of  
an executive recruitment firm. Caution was expressed that in-house candidates should  
not be overlooked, with Commissioner Flescher suggesting vetting in-house  
candidates before starting an outside search.  
Chairman O'Bryan received confirmation from Human Resources Director Suzanne  
Boyll that a national search would not preclude in-house candidates from  
consideration. The Chairman suggested directing the search firm to include in-house  
candidates for the Board's review.  
The following people spoke in support of considering in-house candidates:  
Joseph Paladin  
Deryl Loar  
Wilfred Hart  
Bob McPartland, Sebastian City Council, suggested County Attorney Dylan Reingold  
for the position of Interim County Administrator.  
A motion was made by Commissioner Adams, seconded by Commissioner Moss,  
to approve utilizing an executive recruitment firm, with the requirement to also  
submit any internal candidates for the Board's consideration. The motion carried  
by the following vote:  
4 -  
Aye:  
Nay:  
Chairman O'Bryan, Vice Chairman Earman, Commissioner Adams, and  
Commissioner Moss  
1 - Commissioner Flescher  
Chairman O'Bryan referred to Suzanne Boyll, Human resources Director, for input on  
the salary for the County Administrator position; she agreed to provide a range to the  
Board.  
The Chairman turned the conversation to qualifications for the position, with the  
Commissioners expressing the characteristics they felt were most important.  
Consideration was given to the learning curve for outside candidates, and the need for  
a person with experience in budgeting, growth management, and development.  
Commissioner Adams received information from Ms. Boyll regarding options to vet a  
candidate's background. The Board and staff agreed to utilize a search firm which  
offered a full spectrum of services, and were agreeable to the estimated $25,000 to  
$35,000 cost.  
County Attorney Dylan Reingold confirmed that Administrator Brown had the  
Board's permission to move forward with hiring an executive search firm without  
returning to the Board.  
A motion was made by Vice Chairman Earman, seconded by Chairman O'Bryan,  
to approve directing the current County Administrator to hire an executive  
recruitment firm, utilizing the Administrator's power to approve the estimated  
cost. The motion carried by the following vote:  
5 -  
Aye:  
Chairman O'Bryan, Vice Chairman Earman, Commissioner Adams, Commissioner  
Flescher, and Commissioner Moss  
Following the vote, conversation turned to consideration of an Interim County  
Administrator. Chairman O'Bryan stated he was interested in filling the position on a  
short-term basis, noting his experience and institutional knowledge. He added that  
having an Interim Administrator who was not interested in the position permanently  
would be an asset in attracting candidates.  
The Commissioners entered into discussion as they considered the Chairman's  
suggestion that he fill the role of Interim County Administrator. Consensus was  
reached to allow the Board time to reflect, and to have County Administrator Brown  
bring the issue back for consideration at the Board's next meeting.  
Consensus was reached by the Board to have the County Administrator place an  
item on the following week's agenda to discuss choices for the position of Interim  
County Administrator.  
The Chairman called for a recess at 11:55 a.m. and reconvened the meeting at 12:00  
p.m. with all members present.  
12. DEPARTMENTAL MATTERS  
A. Community Development  
B. Emergency Services  
C. General Services  
D. Human Resources  
22-0868  
12.D.1.  
Final Ranking of Firms and Authorization to Negotiate for Employee Health Clinic  
(RFP 2022053)  
Recommended Action:  
Staff respectfully requests the Board approve the committee final rankings;  
approve the staff recommendation for the staffing model, hours and eligibility;  
authorize the County Administrator to sign the Non-Disclosure Agreement after  
approval by the County Attorney for legal sufficiency; and authorize Lockton  
Companies to proceed with negotiating an agreement with Everside which will be  
presented to the Board for approval after Lockton’s consultation with the County  
Administrator and review by the County Attorney for legal sufficiency.  
Attachments: Staff Report  
Human Resources Director Suzanne Boyll presented the next phase of the  
planning related to establishing an employee health clinic, ranking and choosing a  
vendor from those who replied to the County's RFP. She informed that the  
selection committee chose Everside Health and CareATC as the top two  
vendors, and described the process of sorting through the best staffing model  
options. Ms. Boyll requested approval of the ranking, and permission to proceed  
negotiating with Everside based on the approved staffing model of a nurse  
practitioner and two medical assistants. Ms. Boyll also mentioned the potential  
cost savings of opening eligibility to employees' families from the start.  
Chairman O'Bryan received confirmation that the medical assistants would handle  
the administrative functions of the clinic, and the nurse practitioner could prescribe  
medicine. He requested Ms. Boyll look into the inclusion of a partnering  
agreement for imaging services.  
Discussion ensued with concern expressed for employee utilization and the  
possible cost savings. Ms. Boyll advised that Lockton, the County's health care  
partner, would provide reports and analysis on those concerns. Commissioner  
Adams remarked a clinic would also be an attractive recruitment benefit. Vice  
Chairman Earman was advised that having the clinic handle worker's comp claims  
may not be in the County's best interest.  
A motion was made by Commissioner Adams, seconded by Commissioner  
Flescher, 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  
E. Information Technology  
F. Office of Management and Budget  
G. Public Works  
22-0911  
12.G.1.  
66th Avenue Phase IB - (IRC-1505B), Acceptance of Relocating FPL  
Transmission Structures Estimate  
Recommended Action:  
Staff recommends the Board of County Commissioners approve the  
acknowledgement of the Preliminary Estimate of $1,975,800.00 to FPL that will  
allow FPL to finalize the design and ability to order material to meet the county’s  
construction schedule of 66th Avenue Widening Phase B from 69th Street to  
SR-510/85th Street and have the Chairman execute the same.  
Attachments: Staff Report  
FPL letter dated 6/24/2022  
Public Works Director Richard Szpyrka advised that Florida Power and Light  
(FPL) had provided the County with a preliminary estimate to relocate FPL  
transmission lines related to the widening of 66th Avenue between 77th Street and  
81st Street. Director Szpyrka noted that approval of the estimate, and  
submission of the required deposit, would allow materials to be ordered in time to  
meet the County's construction schedule.  
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  
22-0918  
12.G.2.  
Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) Maintenance Memorandum of  
Agreement (MMOA) for Oslo Road and I-95 Interchange Construction Financial  
Project No. 413048-2  
Recommended Action:  
Staff recommends the Board of County Commissioners approve the Authorizing  
Resolution for acceptance of the MMOA and authorize the Chairman to execute  
the same  
Attachments: Staff Report  
Authorizing Resolution  
Maintenance Memorandum of Agreement  
Public Works Director Richard Szpyrka presented a Maintenance Memorandum  
of Agreement for Oslo Road and I-95 Interchange road construction and  
maintenance. Director Szpyrka summarized that approval of this agreement  
confirmed the County would assume maintenance for the roadway once the  
Florida Department of Transportation had completed construction.  
A motion was made by Commissioner Adams, seconded by Chairman  
O'Bryan, to approve Resolution 2022-083, authorizing the Chairman’s  
execution of a District Four Highway Maintenance Memorandum of  
Agreement FM Number 413048-2 with the Florida Department of  
Transportation for maintenance of Oslo Road, 13th Street SW, and relocated  
82nd Avenue, upon final acceptance by the County of the improvements  
constructed by the Florida Department of Transportation. The motion carried  
by the following vote:  
5 -  
Aye:  
Chairman O'Bryan, Vice Chairman Earman, Commissioner Adams,  
Commissioner Flescher, and Commissioner Moss  
22-0919  
12.G.3.  
Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) Maintenance Memorandum of  
Agreement (MMOA) for Oslo Road Widening Project Financial Project No.  
431521-1  
Recommended Action:  
Staff recommends the Board of County Commissioners approve the  
Authorizing Resolution for acceptance of the MMOA and authorize the  
Chairman to execute the same.  
Attachments: Staff Report  
Authorizing Resolution  
Maintenance Memorandum of Agreement  
The Commissioners received confirmation that this Maintenance Memorandum of  
Agreement was the same in nature as Item 12.G.2., and no further discussion was  
had.  
A motion was made by Commissioner Adams, seconded by Commissioner  
Flescher, to approve Resolution 2022-084, authorizing the Chairman’s  
execution of a District Four Highway Maintenance Memorandum of  
Agreement FM Number 431521-1 with the Florida Department of  
Transportation for maintenance of Oslo Road between 58th and 82nd  
Avenues upon final acceptance by the County of the improvements  
constructed by the Florida Department of Transportation. The motion carried  
by the following vote:  
5 -  
Aye:  
Chairman O'Bryan, Vice Chairman Earman, Commissioner Adams,  
Commissioner Flescher, and Commissioner Moss  
H. Utilities Services  
13. COUNTY ATTORNEY MATTERS  
14. COMMISSIONERS MATTERS  
A. Commissioner Peter D. O'Bryan, Chairman  
B. Commissioner Joseph H. Earman, Vice Chairman  
22-0830  
14.B.1.  
Discussion on Traffic Signal Cabinet Wraps  
Discuss  
Recommended Action:  
Attachments: Commissioner's Memorandum  
Proposal (VB Custom Signs)  
Vice Chairman Earman utilized a PowerPoint presentation to discuss a proposal  
for Traffic Signal Cabinet (TSC) "wraps", which were vinyl graphics that could be  
used for beautification and to extend the County's branding. The Vice Chairman  
proposed a plan with budget, time frame, sponsorship opportunities, and  
consideration for choosing graphics; a promotional video from Port St. Lucie on  
TSC wraps was shown.  
Under discussion, staff confirmed that the County would utilize their procurement  
process to secure a vendor to create and install the wraps. Commissioner Adams  
sought to ensure that any messaging would be coordinated with the County's  
current brand-building efforts. County Administrator Jason Brown confirmed the  
direction regarding images and messaging, and received approval to direct staff to  
design and estimate production for an initial 10 TSC wraps, subject to the  
Board's final approval.  
Community Development Director Phil Matson requested latitude on choosing  
images, and expressed support for the project.  
A motion was made by Vice Chairman Earman, seconded by Commissioner  
Flescher, to approve production of an initial ten (10) traffic signal cabinet  
wraps at the County's expense. Staff to return before the Board to get  
approval for the location and artwork, which was directed to coordinate with  
the County's branding efforts. The motion carried by the following vote:  
5 -  
Aye:  
Chairman O'Bryan, Vice Chairman Earman, Commissioner Adams,  
Commissioner Flescher, and Commissioner Moss  
C. Commissioner Susan Adams  
D. Commissioner Joseph E. Flescher  
E. Commissioner Laura Moss  
15. SPECIAL DISTRICTS AND BOARDS  
The Board of County Commissioners reconvened as the Board of Commissioners of  
the Solid Waste Disposal District. The minutes will be approved at an upcoming  
Solid Waste Disposal District meeting.  
A. Emergency Services District  
B. Solid Waste Disposal District  
A motion was made by Commissioner Adams, seconded by Vice Chairman  
Earman, to approve the SWDD meeting minutes of August 16, 2022 and  
September 13, 2022, and the SWDD Budget Hearing minutes of July 13, 2022,  
September 14, 2022, and September 21, 2022. The motion carried by the  
following vote:  
5 -  
Aye:  
Chairman O'Bryan, Vice Chairman Earman, Commissioner Adams,  
Commissioner Flescher, and Commissioner Moss  
22-0926  
15.B.1.  
Approval of the SWDD Budget Workshop Meeting Minutes of July 13, 2022  
Approve  
Recommended Action:  
Attachments: 07132022 Bdgt Workshop SWDD Draft  
Approved  
22-0897  
15.B.2.  
Approval of SWDD Meeting Minutes of August 16, 2022  
Approve  
Recommended Action:  
Attachments: 08162022 SWDD Granicus  
Approved  
22-0921  
15.B.3.  
Approval of the SWDD Meeting Minutes of September 13, 2022  
Approve  
Recommended Action:  
Attachments: 09132022 SWDD Draft  
Approved  
22-0929  
15.B.4.  
Approval of SWDD Preliminary Budget Hearing Meeting Minutes of September  
14, 2022  
Recommended Action:  
Approve  
Attachments: 09142022 SWDD Prelim Bdgt Draft  
Approved  
22-0931  
15.B.5.  
Approval of the SWDD Final Budget Hearing Minutes of September 21, 2022  
Approve  
Recommended Action:  
Attachments: 09212022 SWDD Budget Final Draft  
Approved  
22-0880  
15.B.6.  
Work Order No. 17 to Geosyntec for Segment 3, Cell 1 Top of Waste Grades  
Evaluation  
Recommended Action:  
Solid Waste Disposal District staff recommends that its Board approves and  
authorizes the Chairman to sign Work Order No. 17 authorizing Geosyntec to  
provide an engineering evaluation of Segment 3 Cell 1 waste grades for a not to  
exceed fee of $26,025  
Attachments: Staff Report  
Geosyntec Work Order No 17  
There was no discussion regarding this item.  
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  
C. Environmental Control Board  
16. ADJOURNMENT  
There being no further business, the Chairman adjourned the meeting at 12:50 p.m.