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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
ST. LUCIE COUNTY, FLORIDA
Regular Meeting
October 6, 2020
1. CALL TO ORDER
Convened: 6:00 pm
Adjourned: 9:48 pm
The meeting was called to order at 6:00 PM by District No. 5, Chair Cathy Townsend and Commissioner
of the Day Leila Lloyd.
Present
Commissioner District 1 Chris Dzadovsky, Commissioner District 2 Sean Mitchell, Commissioner District
3 Linda Bartz, Commissioner District 5 Cathy Townsend, Commissioner District 4 Frannie Hutchinson
Also Present
Howard Tipton, County Administrator
Alphonso Jefferson, Deputy County Administrator
Daniel McIntyre, County Attorney
Katherine Barbieri, Assistant County Attorney
Monica Graziani, Building and Code Regulation Manager
Ron Parrish, Public Safety & Communications Director
Kristopher McCrain, Associate Planner
Tahir Curry, Associate Planner
Doug Baber, HR Manager
Angela Riggins, Deputy Clerk
Lillian O'Farrell, Recording Secretary
2. INVOCATION
The County Administrator led the invocation.
4. PUBLIC COMMENT (excluding Public Hearing Items)
Chair Townsend opened the meeting for public comment at this time. The following citizens addressed
the Board:
• Justin Beard
• Nyla Pipes
• Rick Reed
• Henry Duhart
• Glen Collins
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The following citizens submitted a public comment by email, which had been distributed to the Board
for their review:
• Jean Surdock
• Anthony Zangoglia
• Patricia Sesta
There being no one else wishing to address the Board, Chair Townsend closed public comment.
5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A motion was made to approve all sets of minutes and it passed unanimously.
RESULT:
APPROVE
MOVER:
Commissioner District 1 Chris Dzadovsky
SECONDER:
Commissioner District 4 Frannie Hutchinson
Chris Dzadovsky, Sean Mitchell, Linda Bartz, Cathy Townsend, Frannie
AYES:
Hutchinson
NAYS:
None
EXCUSED:
None
A. Board of County Commissioners minutes for the BOCC Regular meeting of September 1, 2020.
B. Board of County Commissioners minutes for the Informal meeting of September 8, 2020.
C. Board of County Commissioners minutes for the BOCC Tentative Budget Hearing meeting of
September 10, 2020.
6. PROCLAMATIONS APPROVAL
A. Resolution No. 20-226 - Proclaiming October 2020 as "Manufacturing Awareness Month" and
October 2, 2020 as "Manufacturing Day" in St. Lucie County, Florida
RESULT:
APPROVE
MOVER:
Commissioner District 1 Chris Dzadovsky
SECONDER:
Commissioner District 2 Sean Mitchell
Chris Dzadovsky, Sean Mitchell, Linda Bartz, Cathy Townsend, Frannie
AYES:
Hutchinson
NAYS:
None
EXCUSED:
None
Pete Tesch, President, Economic Development Council, accepted the Proclamation and thanked the
Board.
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B. Resolution No. 20-236 - Proclaiming the month of October 2020 as "National Domestic Violence
Awareness Month" in St. Lucie County, Florida
RESULT:
APPROVE
MOVER:
Commissioner District 1 Chris Dzadovsky
SECONDER:
Commissioner District 4 Frannie Hutchinson
Chris Dzadovsky, Sean Mitchell, Linda Bartz, Cathy Townsend,
AYES:
Frannie Hutchinson
NAYS:
None
(EXCUSED:
None
Dr. Teresa Albizu, Chief Executive Officer, SafeSpace, Inc. accepted the proclamation and
thanked the Board. Individuals wishing to learn more about domestic violence can call the
SafeSpace Hotline at 772.288.7023.
C. Resolution No. 20-237 - Proclaiming October 2020 as "STOMP Out Bullying Month" in St. Lucie
County, Florida
RESULT:
APPROVE
MOVER:
Commissioner District 2 Sean Mitchell
SECONDER:
Commissioner District 1 Chris Dzadovsky
Chris Dzadovsky, Sean Mitchell, Linda Bartz, Cathy Townsend,
AYES:
Frannie Hutchinson
NAYS:
None
EXCUSED:
None
Bruno Moore, along with his son Luca, accepted the proclamation. Luca Moore addressed
the Board and expressed his concerns about bullying and stated, "To all the kids who are
getting bullied,
you are not alone."
D. Resolution No. 20-239 - Proclaiming October 2020 as "National Hispanic Heritage Month" in St.
Lucie County, Florida
'RESULT:
MOVER:
SECONDER
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NAYS:
EXCUSED:
APPROVE
Commissioner District 4 Frannie Hutchinson
Commissioner District 1 Chris Dzadovsky
Chris Dzadovsky, Sean Mitchell, Linda Bartz, Cathy Townsend,
Frannie Hutchinson
None
None
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Robert Roldan, President , Puerto Rican Association for Hispanic Affairs and Executive
Director, San Juan Festival and Jacqueline Burke, Vice President, Puerto Rican Association
for Hispanic Affairs and Co -Producer, San Juan Festival accepted the proclamation and
thanked the Board. Individuals wishing to inquire about the Puerto Rican Association for
Hispanic Affairs can call 772.216.0285.
7. PRESENTATIONS
A. St. Lucie County Economic Development Team Presentation
Peter Jones, Economic Development Manager along with Thondra Lanese, Business Navigator and
Sarah Smith, Economic Development Coordinator provided an overview of the St. Lucie County
Economic Development Council ("EDC) update.
Mr. Jones discussed in detail the job functions, background and accomplishments of the St. Lucie
County EDC Team, Thondra Lanese and Sarah Smith. He stated that the team works in concert
with the St. Lucie County Board of Commissioners and staff; local, state and federal agencies;
consultants; legislative affairs; and various organizations and businesses in St. Lucie County. Next,
Mr. Jones presented a video discussing in detail the following accomplishments of the EDC Team:
• partnerships with local businesses;
• job creation in marine, aquaculture, aviation, hospitality and manufacturing industries;
• land development planning and infrastructure;
• business grants through the CARES act; and
• business recovery and solutions.
Next, Thondra Lanese discussed the assistance the EDC provides to local businesses, such as
zoning requirements for property lease; county compliance with land development code; and
business tax receipts. She stated that small business entrepreneurs are not familiar with the
business development process and often require the assistance of the EDC, particularly during the
pandemic. She shared an email from local business owner, Dan Collins, who thanked the EDC for
their assistance and stated that the EDC is working to connect businesses of all sizes with the right
resources to help them grow and thrive.
Lastly, Sarah Smith commented that it is a privilege to work with the Commission whose obligation
to the citizens of St. Lucie County is first priority. She stated that the EDC has made huge strides
with the support of the St. Lucie Bounty Board of County Commissioners. She discussed in detail
the role the EDC plays in the health of the St. Lucie County economy. Ms. Smith stated that she
will continue in her capacity to join forces with local organizations to create programs and
opportunities to help people and businesses achieve their goals and that the EDC team will take
business relations to higher levels.
Chair Townsend commended the EDC and stated that the team exceeded all expectations.
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B. AguaCulture202O
Mikhel Elfenbein presented an overview of AguaCulture. He stated that the Florida Fish and
Wildlife Conservation Commission ("FWC"), The Army Corps of Engineers and South Florida
Water Management District are interested in testing the innovative technology that AguaCulture
has patented, which consists of mechanically harvesting aquatic vegetation such as algae, water
hyacinths and hydrilla.
Next, Nick Szabo, Owner, Aguaculture explained AguaCulture's mission and history; the history of
algae/aquatic weeds and aquatic weed management. He discussed in detail AguaCulture's
harvesting technology and process, resulting in improved water quality and a reduced potential
for algae blooms. Mr. Szabo went on to discuss the environmental benefits and AguaCulture's
three objectives:
• Demonstrate the pounds of phosphorus removed via AguaCulture's innovative
technology;
• Demonstrate that harvesting aquatic vegetation and unconsolidated sludge is
economically feasible;
• Demonstrate that the waste product can be applied to Agricultural land.
Mr. Szabo concluded that AguaCulture's system can work year-round, resulting in continual
nutrient removal and that the removal of aquatic invasive plants will benefit native habitat.
After lengthy discussions amongst the Board, Mikhel Elfenbein and Nick Szabo regarding proof of
concept, support of pilot project, harvesting system utilization in retention ponds, and technology
process, the Board requested that this item be placed on the October 20, 2020 Consent Agenda
for consideration and vote.
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A motion was made to adopt the consent agenda and it passed unanimously.
RESULT:
APPROVE
MOVER:
Commissioner District 4 Frannie Hutchinson
SECONDER:
Commissioner District 2 Sean Mitchell
Chris Dzadovsky, Sean Mitchell, Linda Bartz, Cathy Townsend, Frannie
AYES:
Hutchinson
NAYS:
None
EXCUSED:
None
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A. WARRANTS
1. Warrant Lists 47-51
Adopted by Consent Vote
B. ADMINISTRATION
1. 2020/2021 Treasure Coast Sports Commission Grant Agreements
Staff recommended Board approval of the 2020/2021 grant agreements for the Treasure
Coast Sports Commission for a total amount of $220,000.00 and authorization for the Chair
to sign the contracts as drafted by the County Attorney.
Adopted by Consent Vote
2. Non -Profit Outside Agency Grant Agreements
Staff recommended Board approval of the Non -Profit Outside Agency Grant Agreements and
authorization for the Chair to sign documents as approved by the County Attorney.
Adopted by Consent Vote
3. First Amendment to Agreement with RSM USA LLP for CARES Act Monitoring and Control
Staff recommended Board approval of the contract first amendment between St. Lucie
County and RSM USA LLP in the amount of $35,000.00 (Account# 001622-2510-531000-
29503, and authorization for the Chair to sign documents as approved by the County
Attorney.
Adopted by Consent Vote
C. AIR & SEA PORT
1. Rejection of RFP No. 20-033 - Lease & Operation of the MRO Hangar at the Treasure Coast
International Airport
Staff recommended Board approval to reject the sole proposal received for RFP No. 20-033,
Lease and Operation of the MRO Hangar at the Treasure Coast International Airport.
Adopted by Consent Vote
2. RFP for Second Fixed Based Operator (FBO) at Treasure Coast International Airport
Staff recommended the publication of an RFP for the operation and development of a
second FBO at Treasure Coast International Airport.
Adopted by Consent Vote
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3. Lease of MRO Hangar - Treasure Coast International Airport (TCIA)
In coordination with the EDC, staff requested permission to enter into direct negotiations for
the purpose of leasing the MRO hanger in accordance with F.S.125.35.
Adopted by Consent Vote
D. COUNTY ATTORNEY
1. Resolution - Right -of -Way donation on Orange Avenue from Kingsgate Center Parcel ID 2311-
411-0004-000-1
Staff recommended the Board accept the Warranty Deed from BP -OK DEV, LLC contingent
upon receiving the Release of Mortgage from Bay Point Capital Partners II, LP, authorize the
Chair to sign the Resolution and direct staff to record the documents in the Public Records of
St. Lucie County, Florida.
Adopted by Consent Vote
2. Resolution - Accepting a Conservation Easement and Preserve Area Monitoring and
Management Plan from OSCO Holdings, Inc.
Staff recommended the Board accept the Conservation Easement and Preserve Area
Monitoring and Management Plan, authorize the Chair to sign the Resolution and direct staff
to record the documents in the Public Records of St. Lucie County, Florida.
Adopted by Consent Vote
3. Utilization of St. Lucie County Employee & Family Health Care Centers by Fire District
Employees for Annual Physicals, Fit for Duty Physicals and Workers Compensation Services
Staff recommended that the Board:
• Approve the Seventh Amendment to the April 1, 2009 Agreement and authorize the
Chair to sign the Amendment as reviewed and approved by the County Attorney; and,
• Approve the Interlocal Agreement with the St. Lucie County Fire District and
authorize the Chair to sign the Agreement as reviewed and approved by the County
Attorney.
Adopted by Consent Vote
4. Revocable License Agreement - Florida City Gas - River Park Unit 4 - to provide gas service to
324 S. Naranja Avenue
Staff recommended the Board to approve the revocable license agreement with Florida City
Gas, authorize the Chair to sign the agreement and direct staff to record the agreement in
the Official Records of St. Lucie County, Florida.
Adopted by Consent Vote
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E. COMMUNITY SERVICES
1. Fort Pierce Intermodal Facility - Facilities Use Agreement
Staff recommended Board approval for the facilities use agreement for the Fort Pierce
Intermodal Facility as approved by the County Attorney.
Adopted by Consent Vote
2. Public Transportation - Vehicle Lease Agreement
Staff recommended Board approval of the public transportation vehicle lease agreement as
approved by the County Attorney.
Adopted by Consent Vote
F. HUMAN RESOURCES
1. Approval of the Budget Resolution Adopting Inmate Medical Revenue
Staff recommended approval of this budget resolution and apply the funds to account 001-
2300-369930-230000 for the revenue and coordinating account 001-2300-531300-230000
for the expense.
Adopted by Consent Vote
2. Acquisition Agreement of CareHere, LLC. by Premise Health
Staff recommended the Board approve and sign the consent notice provided by CareHere
acknowledging their acquisition by Premise Health.
Adopted by Consent Vote
3. Extension of Correctional Risk Services, Inc. Agreement
Staff recommended the Board approve the extension of the Correctional Risk Services, Inc.
agreement for a one (1) year term and the payment of the Inmate Excessive Medical
Insurance Policy (Stop Loss Policy) premium.
Adopted by Consent Vote
G. PARKS & RECREATION
1. American Red Cross 2020 - Pink Parade- Stadium Parking Lot Rental Fee Waiver of $100.00
Staff recommended Board approval to waive $100.00 in facility rental fees for the American
Cancer Society Pink Parade.
Adopted by Consent Vote
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2. Fairgrounds Special Event Resolution
Staff recommended approval of the resolution establishing special event criteria for the St.
Lucie County Fairgrounds.
Adopted by Consent Vote
3. St. Lucie County Farm Bureau- Fairgrounds Rental Fee Waiver of $401.25
Staff recommended approving the St. Lucie County Farm Bureau's request for a waiver of
fees for Adams Arena in the amount of $401.25.
Adopted by Consent Vote
H. PUBLIC SAFETY
1. St. Lucie County Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity Renewal Application - St.
Lucie County Fire District
Staff recommended the Board determine the renewal application of St. Lucie County Fire
District for a Class A Certificate of Pubic Convenience and Necessity meets the standards of
review set forth in Section 18-56, approve the application, and authorize the Chair to sign the
Class A Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity.
Adopted by Consent Vote
2. St. Lucie County Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity Renewal Application - Falck
Southeast II Corp d/b/a American Ambulance Service
Staff recommended the Board determine the renewal application of Falck Southeast II Corp.
d/b/a American Ambulance Service for a Class B & F Certificate of Pubic Convenience and
Necessity meets the standards of review set forth in Section 18-56, approve the application,
and authorize the Chair to sign the Class B & F Certificate of Public Convenience and
Necessity.
Adopted by Consent Vote
3. St. Lucie County Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity Renewal Application - Falck
Southeast II Corp d/b/a All County Ambulance
Staff recommended the Board determine the renewal application of Falck Southeast II Corp.
d/b/a All County Ambulance for a Class B & F Certificate of Pubic Convenience and Necessity
meets the standards of review set forth in Section 18-56, approve the application, and
authorize the Chair to sign the Class B & F Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity.
Adopted by Consent Vote
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4. St. Lucie County Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity Renewal Application -
Council on Aging of St. Lucie, Inc.
Staff recommended the Board determine the renewal application of Council of Aging of St.
Lucie, Inc. for a Class F Certificate of Pubic Convenience and Necessity meets the standards of
review set forth in Section 18-56, approve the application, and authorize the Chair to sign the
Class F Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity.
Adopted by Consent Vote
5. St. Lucie County Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity Renewal Application - An
Answer to Care, Inc.
Staff recommended the Board determine the renewal application of An Answer to Care, Inc.
for a Class F Certificate of Pubic Convenience and Necessity meets the standards of review
set forth in Section 18-56, approve the application, and authorize the Chair to sign the Class F
Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity.
Adopted by Consent Vote
6. St. Lucie County Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity Renewal Application - Senior
Paradise Transportation, LLC
Staff recommended the Board determine the renewal application of Senior Paradise
Transportation, LLC for a Class F Certificate of Pubic Convenience and Necessity meets the
standards of review set forth in Section 18-56, approve the application, and authorize the
Chair to sign the Class F Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity.
Adopted by Consent Vote
7. St. Lucie County Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity Renewal Application -
JusTranzit School Bus, Inc.
Staff recommended the Board determine the renewal application of JusTransit School Bus,
Inc. for a Class F Certificate of Pubic Convenience and Necessity meets the standards of
review set forth in Section 18-56, approve the application, and authorize the Chair sign the
Class F Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity.
Adopted by Consent Vote
I. PUBLIC UTILITIES
1. Capital Lease - 962M, 966MXE, and 745C Tax Lease Agreements
Staff recommended the Board authorize staff to enter into a long term capital lease with
Kelly Tractor, with option to buy, for a new 962M Caterpillar Wheel Loader, a new 966MXE
Caterpillar Wheel Loader, and a new 745C Caterpillar Articulating Dump Truck, from Florida
Sheriff's Association Contract# FSA18-VEH16.0, Specification#64, at the following costs
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following review and approval from the County Attorney.
Adopted by Consent Vote
2. Award of BID No. 20-048 Disposal of Scrap Metal at the St. Lucie County Solid Waste Baling &
Recycling Facility
Staff recommended Board Approval to award RFP#20-048 to Trademark Metals
Recycling and permission for the Chair to sign the documents as approved by the County
Attorney.
Adopted by Consent Vote
J. PUBLIC WORKS
1. Prima Vista Boulevard Milling & Resurfacing & Prima Vista Boulevard Drainage West of US 1 -
Change Order No. 2 - THIS PROJECT IS FUNDED BY THE INFRASTRUCTURE SALES TAX
Staff recommended Board approval of Change Order No.2 in the amount of $123,507.54 for
Prima Vista Boulevard Milling & Resurfacing and authorization for the Chair to sign
documents as approved by the County Attorney.
Adopted by Consent Vote
2. Capron Trails Mine Tracts 2 and 3 Bond Release
Staff recommended Board approval of the bond release for Capron Trails Mine Tracts 2 and 3
to Dickerson Florida Inc. in the amount of $97,661.68 and authorization for the Chair to sign
documents as approved by the County Attorney.
Adopted by Consent Vote
7:40 pm - Recess taken
7:55 pm - Meeting reconvened
9. PUBLIC HEARINGS
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1. Ordinance No. 2020-026 - 3rd Public Hearing - Backyard Chickens Ordinance
Monica Graziani, Building and Code Regulation Manager, presented this item to the Board.
This is the third of three public hearings.
Staff recommended Board approval of the proposed draft ordinance.
Chair Townsend opened the hearing for public comment at this time. The following citizens
addressed the Board:
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• Forrest Blanken spoke in support of the Ordinance
• Juanita Jackson expressed her concerns regarding Sutherland Gardens and free-range
chicken population issue
• Michael Aliotta expressed his concerns regarding ordinance compliance and free-
range chicken population
• Rett Lloyd spoke in support of the Ordinance
• Ken Waters spoke in support of the Ordinance
There being no one else wishing to address the Board, Chair Townsend closed the public
hearing.
A motion was made to approve staff recommendation and it passed 4 to 1.
RESULT:
APPROVE
MOVER:
Commissioner District 2 Sean Mitchell
SECONDER:
Commissioner District 4 Frannie Hutchinson
AYES:
Chris Dzadovsky, Sean Mitchell, Cathy Townsend, Frannie Hutchinson
NAYS:
Linda Bartz
EXCUSED:
None
Following the motion and vote, Chair Hutchinson suggested, and the Board agreed, after
one-year staff will provide an update at an Informal Meeting.
PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
1. St. Lucie County Jail Visitor's Center - Major Adjustment to an Existing Conditional Use
Kristopher McCrain, Associate Planner presented this item to the Board.
Staff recommended Board approval of the proposed Major Adjustment to the St. Lucie
County Correctional Center Conditional Use, subject to the conditions of approval outlined in
the staff report and authorize the Chair to sign necessary documents as approved by the
County Attorney.
Chair Townsend opened the hearing for public comment at this time. There being no one
wishing to address the Board, Chair Townsend closed the public hearing.
This public hearing was Quasi -Judicial, and the commissioners made the following disclosures
regarding this item:
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• Chair Townsend spoke with staff.
• Commissioner Mitchell spoke with staff, Sheriff Ken Mascara and Ken Waters, Code
Enforcement Board.
• Commissioner Dzadovsky spoke with staff.
• Commissioner Bartz spoke with staff and Chief Deputy Wilson.
• Commissioner Hutchinson spoke with staff.
A motion was made to approve staff recommendation and it passed unanimously.
RESULT:
APPROVE
MOVER:
Commissioner District 2 Sean Mitchell
SECONDER:
Commissioner District 3 Linda Bartz
Chris Dzadovsky, Sean Mitchell, Linda Bartz, Cathy Townsend, Frannie
AYES:
Hutchinson
NAYS:
None
EXCUSED:
None
All Contractor Services, Inc. - Amendment to the Official Zoning Atlas (Rezoning) from RF
(Religious Facilities) to AG-2.5 (Agricultural - 2.5) Zoning District
Tahir Curry, Associate Planner, presented this item to the Board.
Staff recommended the Board of County Commissioners approve the rezone petition from
the RF (Religious Facilities) Zoning District to the AG-2.5 (Agricultural - 2.5) Zoning District.
Chair Townsend opened the hearing for public comment at this time. There being no one
wishing to address the Board, Chair Townsend closed the public hearing.
This public hearing was Quasi -Judicial, and the commissioners made the following disclosures
regarding this item:
• Chair Townsend spoke to staff.
• Commissioner Mitchell spoke to staff.
• Commissioner Hutchinson spoke to staff.
• Commissioner Dzadovsky spoke to staff.
• Commissioner Bartz spoke to staff.
A motion was made to approve staff recommendation and it passed unanimously.
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RESULT:
APPROVE
MOVER:
Commissioner District 2 Sean Mitchell
SECONDER:
Commissioner District 1 Chris Dzadovsky
Chris Dzadovsky, Sean Mitchell, Linda Bartz, Cathy Townsend, Frannie
AYES:
Hutchinson
NAYS:
None
EXCUSED:
None
3. Garcia Rezone - Amendment to the official Zoning Atlas (Rezone) from IX (Industrial,
Extraction) Zoning District to the AG-5 (Agricultural - 5, 1du/5ac) Zoning District
Krishopher McCrain, Associate Planner presented this item to the Board.
Staff recommended the Board of County Commissioners approve the Rezone Petition from IX
(Industrial, Extraction) to the AG-5 (Agricultural -5, 1du/5ac) Zoning District.
Chair Townsend opened the hearing for public comment at this time. There being no one
wishing to address the Board, Chair Townsend closed the public hearing.
This public hearing was Quasi -Judicial, and the commissioners made the following disclosures
regarding this item:
• Chair Townsend spoke to staff.
• Commissioner Mitchell spoke to staff.
• Commissioner Hutchinson spoke to staff.
• Commissioner Dzadovsky spoke to staff.
• Commissioner Bartz spoke to staff.
A motion was made to approve staff recommendation and it passed unanimously.
RESULT:
APPROVE
MOVER:
Commissioner District 4 Frannie Hutchinson
SECONDER:
Commissioner District 3 Linda Bartz
Chris Dzadovsky, Sean Mitchell, Linda Bartz, Cathy Townsend, Frannie
AYES:
Hutchinson
NAYS:
None
EXCUSED:
None
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C. PUBLIC SAFETY
1. St. Lucie County Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity Application - Coastal Care
Corp. d/b/a Cleveland Clinic Advanced Medical Transport
Ron Parrish, Public Safety & Communications Director presented the item to the Board.
Staff recommended the Board determine the application of Coastal Care Corp. d/b/a
Cleveland Clinic Advanced Medical Transport for a Class B Certificate of Pubic Convenience
and Necessity meets the standards of review set forth in Section 18-56, approve the
application, and authorize the Chair to sign the Class B Certificate of Public Convenience and
Necessity.
Chair Townsend opened the hearing for public comment at this time. There being no one
wishing to address the Board, Chair Townsend closed the public hearing.
RESULT:
APPROVE
MOVER:
Commissioner District 1 Chris Dzadovsky
SECONDER:
Commissioner District 3 Linda Bartz
Chris Dzadovsky, Sean Mitchell, Linda Bartz, Cathy Townsend, Frannie
AYES:
Hutchinson
NAYS:
None
EXCUSED:
None
2. St. Lucie County Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity Application - MV
Transportation, Inc.
Ron Parrish, Pubic Safety & Communications Director presented this item to the Board.
Staff recommended the Board determine the application of MV Transportation, Inc. for a
Class F Certificate of Pubic Convenience and Necessity meets the standards of review set
forth in Section 18-56, approve the application, and authorize the Chair to sign the Class F
Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity.
Chair Townsend opened the hearing for public comment at this time. There being no one
wishing to address the Board, Chair Townsend closed the public hearing.
A motion was made to approve staff recommendation and it passed unanimously.
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RESULT:
APPROVE
MOVER:
Commissioner District 2 Sean Mitchell
SECONDER:
Commissioner District 1 Chris Dzadovsky
Chris Dzadovsky, Sean Mitchell, Linda Bartz, Cathy Townsend, Frannie
AYES:
Hutchinson
NAYS:
None
EXCUSED:
None
10. REGULAR AGENDA
A. COUNTY ATTORNEY
1. Revocable License Agreement - Kaye Street - Parcel ID 2312-414-0018-000-4 - Sizemore
Item was pulled from the Regular Agenda.
2. Resolution No. 20-219 - Ratifying the St. Lucie County Administrator's Order No. 20-060
authorizing a St. Lucie County Facilities Project installing Touchless Technology in County
Restrooms and authorizing the Waiver of Formal Bid Requirements
The County Attorney presented this item to the Board.
Staff recommended the Board approve the resolution to ratify the September 11, 2020 Order
No. 20-060 of the County Administrator.
A motion was made to approve staff recommendation and it passed unanimously.
RESULT:
APPROVE
MOVER:
Commissioner District 1 Chris Dzadovsky
SECONDER:
Commissioner District 4 Frannie Hutchinson
Chris Dzadovsky, Sean Mitchell, Linda Bartz, Cathy Townsend, Frannie
AYES:
Hutchinson
NAYS:
None
EXCUSED:
None
3. Mura Municipal Services Benefit Unit Special Assessment Revenue Bond, Series 2020
The County Attorney presented this item to the Board.
Staff recommended Board approval that PFM Financial Advisors LLC designate CenterState
Bank as a sole source to finance the Mura MSBU improvements for the reasons outlined in
PFM's September 11, 2020 memorandum.
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A motion was made to approve staff recommendation and it passed unanimously.
RESULT:
APPROVE
MOVER:
Commissioner District 1 Chris Dzadovsky
SECONDER:
Commissioner District 4 Frannie Hutchinson
Chris Dzadovsky, Sean Mitchell, Linda Bartz, Cathy Townsend, Frannie
AYES:
Hutchinson
NAYS:
None
iEXCUSED:
None
4. Clover Park - Addendum No. 6 to Agreement with Hoar Program Management (HPM) -
Extension of Project Management Services for three (3) months (October - December 2020)
in the amount of $45,450.00
The County Attorney presented this item to the Board.
Staff recommended Board approval of Addendum No. 6 to the February 7, 2017 Contract
C17-02-425 with HPM extending their project management services through December
of 2020 at a cost of $45,450.00 subject to final review and approval of the documents by the
County Attorney.
A motion was made to approve staff recommendation and it passed unanimously.
RESULT:
APPROVE
MOVER:
Commissioner District 3 Linda Bartz
SECONDER:
Commissioner District 4 Frannie Hutchinson
Chris Dzadovsky, Sean Mitchell, Linda Bartz, Cathy Townsend, Frannie
AYES:
Hutchinson
NAYS:
None
EXCUSED:
None
5. Proposed Repeal of Ordinance No. 2020-021
The County Attorney presented an overview of the St. Lucie County COVID-19 Response
Update.
The County Administrator introduced Cleveland Clinic Infectious Disease Specialist Dr. Ralph
Ramgopal, who presented his remarks regarding the face mask repeal ordinance.
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Dr. Ralph Ramgopal thanked the Board and discussed the following COVID-19 facts:
• COVID-19 is a novel coronavirus with no known immunity;
• COVID-19 is airborne spread;
• The importance of face masks during pandemic;
• The importance of face masks during influenza season;
• Cost of patient care;
• Hospitalization data; and
• Current treatment options and strategies.
Commissioner Dzadovsky thanked Dr. Ramgopal for his work with the St. Lucie County
community.
Commissioner Hutchinson thanked Dr. Ramgopal for his work in the community and County.
In response to Commissioner Hutchinson's question regarding the ideal safe percentage of
COVID-19 cases for St. Lucie County, Dr. Ramgopal stated that in his opinion the ideal
percentage would be 2 to 5 percent, but the key is vaccine prevention. He also commented
that the County should look at the hospitalization admission rate, rate of infection and
prevention.
Next, the County Administrator commented that the Board received a letter from Cleveland
Clinic in support of Dr. Ramgopal's comments. He discussed in detail the County's current
COVID-19 report; Gov. DeSantis Right to Work Order; St. Lucie County Mandatory Face
Covering Ordinance; and COVID-19 trends in St. Lucie County.
Moving on, Clint Sperber Administrator/Health Officer, Florida Department of Health
discussed in detail the State of Florida positive test rate statistics. He also discussed St. Lucie
County rate of hospitalizations, COVID-19 intensive care admissions, ventilator use, 14-day
average positive test rate; number of positive cases by month, and the number of fatalities.
Next, the County Administrator discussed the positive results from the face covering
ordinance; employment trends, and economic impacts.
Lastly, Mr. Sperber discussed in detail COVID-19 facts, challenges and outlook.
Staff recommended that the Board determine whether to grant permission to advertise the
draft ordinance repealing Ordinance No. 2020-021.
After a lengthy discussion, a motion was made by the Board requesting staff to present a
report for further discussion at the next Informal Meeting or as soon thereafter.
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RESULT:
DISCUSS
MOVER:
Commissioner District 1 Chris Dzadovsky
SECONDER:
Commissioner District 3 Linda Bartz
Chris Dzadovsky, Sean Mitchell, Linda Bartz, Cathy Townsend, Frannie
AYES:
Hutchinson
NAYS:
None
EXCUSED:
None
6. Tilton Road Watershed Evaluation
County Attorney presented this item to the Board.
Staff recommended Board approval of the September 21, 2020 proposal from Kimley-Horn
and authorize the Chair to sign the proposal as reviewed and approved by the County
Attorney.
After a lengthy discussion, a motion was made to approve this item under the condition that
staff present a report to the Board for further discussion at the next Informal Meeting or
soon thereafter.
RESULT:
APPROVE
MOVER:
Commissioner District 4 Frannie Hutchinson
SECONDER:
Commissioner District 1 Chris Dzadovsky
Chris Dzadovsky, Sean Mitchell, Linda Bartz, Cathy Townsend, Frannie
AYES:
Hutchinson
NAYS:
None
EXCUSED:
None
7. Ratification of the CARES Act Funding Agreement Amendment No. 1 with the Florida Division
of Emergency Management
The County Attorney presented this item to the Board.
Staff recommended Board ratification of Amendment No. 1 to the CARES Act Funding
Agreement as executed by the Public Safety Director.
A motion was made to approve staff recommendation and it passed unanimously.
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RESULT:
APPROVE
MOVER:
Commissioner District 1 Chris Dzadovsky
SECONDER:
Commissioner District 3 Linda Bartz
AYES:
None
NAYS:
None
EXCUSED:
None
8. Interlocal Agreement with City of Port St. Lucie - Prima Vista Boulevard Improvements at the
Intersection with Floresta Drive
The County Attorney presented this item to the Board.
Staff recommended Board approval of the interlocal agreement and authorize the Chair to
sign the agreement.
A motion was made to approve staff recommendation and it passed unanimously.
RESULT:
APPROVE
MOVER:
Commissioner District 2 Sean Mitchell
SECONDER:
Commissioner District 3 Linda Bartz
Chris Dzadovsky, Sean Mitchell, Linda Bartz, Cathy Townsend, Frannie
AYES:
Hutchinson
NAYS:
None
EXCUSED:
None
B. PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
1. St. Lucie County Jail Warehouse - Major Adjustment to a Major Site Plan
Kristopher McCrain, Associate Planner, presented this item to the Board.
Staff recommended Board approval of the proposed major adjustment to the major site plan
for the St. Lucie County Correctional Facility, subject to the conditions of approval outlined in
the staff report.
A motion was made to approve staff recommendation and it passed unanimously.
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RESULT:
APPROVE
MOVER:
Commissioner District 4 Frannie Hutchinson
SECONDER:
Commissioner District 3 Linda Bartz
Chris Dzadovsky, Sean Mitchell, Linda Bartz, Cathy Townsend, Frannie
AYES:
Hutchinson
NAYS:
None
EXCUSED:
None
11. ANNOUNCEMENTS
A. The Board of County Commissioners will hold an Informal meeting on Tuesday, October 13, 2020
at 9am in the Commission Chambers of the Roger Poitras Administration Annex located at 2300
Virginia Avenue, Fort Pierce, FL.
B. The Board of County Commissioners will hold a Regular meeting on Tuesday, October 20, 202 at
9am in the Commission Chambers of the Roger Poitras Administration Annex located at 2300
Virginia Avenue, Fort Pierce, FL.
12. MOTION TO ADJOURN
There being no further business to be brought before the Board, the meeting was adjourned.
Please note: Final minutes are recorded in the official minute books that are filed with the Clerk of the Circuit
Court and available for inspection upon request.
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