TO: Board of County Commissioners
THROUGH: John A. Titkanich, Jr., County Administrator
Kylie Yanchula, Natural Resources Director
FROM: Sara Wappes, Lagoon Environmental Specialist
DATE: August 21, 2025
SUBJECT: Approval to Submit an FWC Bulk Derelict Vessel Removal Grant Application
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BACKGROUND
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) has authorized the removal of two (2) derelict vessels from the Indian River Lagoon within the jurisdiction of Indian River County. Officers from FWC have investigated the vessels and determined the vessels as derelict in accordance with sections 705.101 (3) and 823.11, Florida Statutes. The derelict designation from FWC allows for the vessels to be removed and properly disposed of, improving boating safety and removing these hazards to navigation and the environment. Outlaw Maritime, LLC has provided a cost proposal to the County of $9,625 to remove and dispose of the two (2) authorized derelict vessels following FWC best management practices. Staff has prepared an FWC Bulk Derelict Vessel Grant application providing detailed information on the proposed removal tasks. The FWC Bulk Derelict Vessel Removal Grant is a reimbursement grant for 100% of the costs associated with the cost of derelict vessel removal.
ANALYSIS
N/A
BUDGETARY IMPACT
Funding, in the amount of $9,625, is budgeted and available in the Florida Boating Improvement Program/IR Lagoon/Other Contractual Services account, number 13328337-033490.
PREVIOUS BOARD ACTIONS
With previous derelict vessel releases, the Board has approved staff to apply for the Bulk Derelict Vessel Grant and authorized the County Administrator to execute awarded grant documents.
POTENTIAL FUTURE BOARD ACTIONS
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STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT
N/A
OTHER PLAN ALIGNMENT
Lagoon Management Plan
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Recommended Action
Staff recommends the Board of County Commissioners (Board...
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