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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 04.16.2019BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS ST. LUCIE COUNTY, FLORIDA Regular Meeting April 16, 2019 Convened: 9:02 AM Adjourned: 11:52 AM 1. CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 9:02 AM by District No. 3, Chair Linda Bartz Attendee Namell. 9 Title District No. 3, Chair District No. 5, Vice -Chair District No. 1 Status Arrived Present 9:00 AM Linda Bartz Cathy Townsend Present 9:00 AM Chris Dzadovsky Present 9:00 AM Sean P. Mitchell District No. 2 Present 9:00 AM Frannie Hutchinson District No. 4 Present 9:00 AM Howard Tipton Administrator Present 9:00 AM Mark Satterlee Deputy Administrator Present 9:00 AM Daniel S. McIntyre County Attorney Present 9:00 AM Don West Public Works Director Present 9:00 AM Leslie Olson Director, Planning & Development Services Present 9:00 AM Ron Roberts Director of Public Utilities Present 9:00 AM Alice Sennott Deputy Clerk Present 9:00 AM 2. INVOCATION The County Administrator, Howard Tipton, led the invocation. 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Generated 411612019 5:45 PM Regular Meeting Tuesday, April 16, 2019 9:00 AM 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. Board of County Commissioners minutes for the meeting of Tuesday, April 02, 2019 RESULT: ACCEPTED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Frannie Hutchinson, District No. 4 SECONDER: Cathy Townsend, District No. 5, Vice -Chair AYES: Bartz, Townsend, Dzadovsky, Mitchell, Hutchinson 5. PROCLAMATIONS APPROVAL A. Resolution - Adoption of a Resolution Proclaiming the Month of April 2019 as "Guardian ad Litem Month" and "Child Abuse Prevention Month", and the Week of April 7-13, 2019 as "National Volunteer Appreciation Week" in St. Lucie County, Florida. The Deputy Clerk read the proclamation into the record. A motion was made to adopt the resolution and it passed unanimously. Chairman Bartz presented the proclamation to Paul Nigro, Circuit Director of the Guardian Ad Litem program, and Chris Robertson, Executive Director of CASTLE, who accepted it with gratitude and thanked the Board. RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Chris Dzadovsky, District No. 1 SECONDER: Sean P. Mitchell, District No. 2 AYES: Bartz, Townsend, Dzadovsky, Mitchell, Hutchinson B. Resolution - Adoption of a Resolution Proclaiming April 28, 2019 as "Workers' Memorial Day" in St. Lucie County, Florida. The Deputy Clerk read the proclamation into the record. A motion was made to adopt the resolution and it passed unanimously. Chairman Bartz presented the proclamation to Zac Cassidy, Melissa Wise, Ted Parsons, and Commissioner Mitchell, who accepted it with gratitude and thanked the Board. RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Cathy Townsend, District No. 5, Vice -Chair SECONDER: Chris Dzadovsky, District No. 1 AYES: Bartz, Townsend, Dzadovsky, Mitchell, Hutchinson 6. PUBLIC COMMENT (excluding Public Hearing items) Chairman Bartz opened the meeting for public comment at this time. The following individuals addressed the Board: • Marjorie Harrell thanked the Board for doing a great job and mentioned details of the upcoming Juneteenth Celebration of Freedom in the City of Fort Pierce. 2 1 P a g e Regular Meeting Tuesday, April 16, 2019 9:00 AM • Larry Lee, resident, thanked the County Administrator for his opening prayer and commented about the operation of the Port of Ft. Pierce. • Susan Miele, representing the Florida Alliance for Safe Trains, expressed her concerns about higher -speed trains traveling through the Treasure Coast and asked the Board to consider joining other communities in contacting the governor about this issue. She gave handouts to the commissioners. • Charles Grande, Hutchinson Island resident, spoke about port and dockage issues at the Port of Fort Pierce. • A member from the audience spoke about port issues. There being no one further wishing to address the Board, Chairman Bartz closed public comment. 7. PRESENTATIONS A. ICMA 50th Anniversary Recognition Lori LaVerriere, City Manager for the City of Boynton Beach and Dan Clark, Town Manager for the Town of Lake Clarke Shores, who both serve on the board of directors for the Florida City and County Managers Association, presented a certificate of recognition to St. Lucie County for their milestone achievement of its 50th anniversary as a member of ICMA. B. Sunshine Laundry & WPSL Christmas Kids Check Presentations Tom Rhodes, co-owner of Sunshine Laundry, presented the Board with a check for $2,500 to be used for 50 scholarships for children's swimming lessons. Jennifer Anglin, St. Lucie County Parks and Special Facilities Department, thanked Mr. Rhodes for his donation. Carol Wyatt, with Christmas Kids of St. Lucie County, presented the Board with a check for $6,875 to help subsidize 125 children's swimming lessons. Chairman Bartz received the checks on behalf of the Board and thanked the donors. C. Sales Tax & Edwards Road Projects Update Kimberly Graham, St. Lucie County Engineer, and Patrick Dayan, Water Quality Manager, gave the Board an update on the status of several engineering projects that are being funded by the 1/2 cent sales tax. Specific projects included road resurfacings, bridge replacements, culvert replacements, roadway improvements, road widening, traffic signal upgrades at several intersections, sidewalk improvements, and water quality priority projects. Chairman Bartz expressed her concern about the amount of traffic on Prima Vista and asked Ms. Graham to carefully consider how the repaving on Prima Vista is executed in light of the heavy traffic on that road. Commissioner Dzadovsky commented that these projects are examples of how the 1/2 sales tax revenue is being multiplied by grants and matching funds. 31Page Regular Meeting Tuesday, April 16, 2019 9:00 AM 8. CONSENT AGENDA A motion was made to approve the consent agenda and it passed unanimously. Commissioner Dzadovsky offered special comments about items 8.13.2 and 8.13.3 regarding the VISIT FLORIDA grant to promote the Treasure Coast. RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Chris Dzadovsky, District No. 1 SECONDER: Cathy Townsend, District No. S, Vice -Chair AYES: Bartz, Townsend, Dzadovsky, Mitchell, Hutchinson 1. Warrant Lists 26 & 27 1. Appointment of Peter Tesch to Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy Committee 2. Resolution - Budget Resolution & Acceptance of Regional Co-op Program Agreement from VISIT FLORIDA 3. Resolution - VISIT FLORIDA Red Tide Recovery Marketing Grant C. AIR & SEA PORT 1. SJPA Acceptance - Fisherman's Wharf Bulkhead & Dredging 2. Grant Acceptance for Demolition of Old Packing House 3. Bid Award for 19-004 Demolition of Old Packing House D. COUNTY ATTORNEY 1. Inframark - Third Extension and Sixth Amendment to the Agreement 2. Revocable License Agreement - Rock Road - American Concrete Sign - Parcel ID 2311- 123-0001-000-6 3. Supervisor of Elections - First Amendment to Lease Agreement with Orange Blossom Investments, LLC for Unit 67 4. Resolution - Amending Chapter 6 (Animals) Fine Schedule 4 1 P a g e Regular Meeting Tuesday, April 16, 2019 9:00 AM E. COMMUNITY SERVICES 1. State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) Program Mortgage Satisfaction 2. Resolution - State Housing Initiative Partnership (SHIP) Local Housing Assistance Plan (LHAP) 3. Resolution - Amendment to the St. Lucie County Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Housing Assistance Plan (HAP) F. COOPERATIVE EXTENSION There are no items scheduled. G. COURT ADMINISTRATION There are no items scheduled. H. ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES There are no items scheduled. I. FACILITIES There are no items scheduled. J. HUMAN RESOURCES There are no items scheduled. K. INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY There are no items scheduled. L. LIBRARY SERVICES There are no items scheduled. M. MOSQUITO CONTROL & COASTAL MGMT. SERVICES There are no items scheduled. N. OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT & BUDGET 1. Establish Additional Grant Funding for Fiscal Year 2019 2. Resolution - 2018 Paul Coverdell Grant Award 3. Removal of Fixed Assets from Inventory 5 1 P a g e Regular Meeting Tuesday, April 16, 2019 9:00 AM O. PARKS & RECREATION 1. Waiver for Lil Feet Boot Auction and Dinner 2. Save the Chimps Fee Waiver 3. Resolution - WPSL Christmas Kids of St. Lucie County 4. Resolution - Sunshine Laundry Donation P. PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT SERVICES There are no items scheduled. Q. PUBLIC SAFETY There are no items scheduled. R. PUBLIC WORKS 1. Seacoast Curb Adapters & Curbs - Fee -in -Lieu of Sidewalk Construction 2. 7369 Commercial Circle Conditional Acceptance 3. Resolution - Treasure Coast Connector Corridor Study Locally Funded Agreement & Three Party Agreement S. SHERIFF'S OFFICE There are no items scheduled. T. SOLID WASTE There are no items scheduled. U. SUPERVISOR OF ELECTIONS There are no items scheduled. V. TRANSPORTATION PLANNING ORGANIZATION There are no items scheduled. W. UTILITIES There are no items scheduled. 6 1 P a g e Regular Meeting Tuesday, April 16, 2019 9:00 AM 9. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. COUNTY ATTORNEY 1. Resolution - Authorizing Application of the District Utility Rates to Former Customers of the South Hutchinson Island Municipal Services Benefit Unit (MSBU) County Attorney Dan McIntyre presented this item and began by giving a history of the issue: The County created the South Hutchinson Island Regional Wastewater System Municipal Services Benefit Unit/North District (the "SHI MSBU") pursuant to Resolution No. 95-165 adopted on August 3, 1995. The SHI MSBU funded certain wastewater system assets and holds certain funds and reserves to provide for wastewater and reclaimed water service to customers within the boundaries of the SHI MSBU. As part of the creation of the MSBU certain commitments were apparently made that the customers in the MSBU would not be charged for reclaimed water. The County issued its $14,920,000 St. Lucie County, Florida Special Assessment Refunding Bonds, Series 1998 (South Hutchinson Island Wastewater System) on July 16, 1998 to refund bonds used to fund construction of the wastewater facilities for the SHI MSBU, which 1998 Bonds were the only SHI MSBU bonds or other financing issued by the County or any entity controlled by the County relating to the SHI MSBU. The County redeemed the Series 1998 Bonds, and on May 2, 2017, adopted Resolution No. 17-100 dissolving the SHI MSBU and consolidating the SHI MSBU Assets, including all funds and reserves, and SHI MSBU customers into the St. Lucie County Water and Sewer District. Now that the MSBU has been dissolved, it is appropriate to charge the customers of the dissolved MSBU the standard District rates for use of reclaimed water. Staff recommended that the Board adopt the drafted resolution and authorize the Chair to sign the resolution. Chairman Bartz opened the hearing for public comment at this time. The following people addressed the Board: • Charles Grande, Hutchinson Island resident, expressed his concerns regarding the ending of the original reclaimed water agreement between the County and the residents of South Hutchinson Island and asked the Board to delay their decision so that they could review additional information. • Harvey Alligood, South Hutchinson Island resident, asked the Board to delay their decision and reconsider the prior agreement in place between the County and the residents of South Hutchinson Island. There being no one further wishing to address the board, Chairman Bartz closed public comment. Several commissioners made comments and asked questions of staff. Mr. Grande gave the Board a copy of a memo from Ron Roberts, Public Utilities director, that summarized the County's decision to begin charging residents of South Hutchinson Island for reclaimed water. The Board agreed that they would like more time to thoroughly 71Page Regular Meeting Tuesday, April 16, 2019 9:00 AM investigate some of the information brought up in the public hearing. Commissioner Hutchinson motioned to continue the item to the meeting on June 4, 2019 at 9:00 AM, or soon thereafter. Commissioner Townsend seconded the motion and upon roll call it passed unanimously. RESULT: CONTINUED Next: 6/4/2019 6:00 PM 10. REGULAR AGENDA A. COUNTY ATTORNEY 1. Request for Qualifications (RFQ) No. 18-049, Operation and Development of the former Indian River Terminal at the Port of Fort Pierce - Lease and Franchise Agreement for the Development and Operation of the Former Indian River Terminal at the Port of Fort Pierce with Derecktor Fort Pierce, LLC County Attorney Dan McIntyre introduced this item and gave some historical background. On January 18, 2018, the County purchased the former Indian River terminal, along with submerged land leases, Army Corp of Engineers permits, and 10% beneficial interest in the 67-acre parcel owned by Destin Beach, Inc. On April 17, 2018, the Board of County Commissioners approved the advertisement for a Request for Qualifications for the Operation and Development of the former Indian River Terminal at the Port of Fort Pierce. The purpose of the Request for Qualifications was for interested potential parties to enter into a long-term agreement for the operation and development of the former Indian River Terminal, a part of Port of Fort Pierce. The County's goal is for a Partner to operate and develop a world -class yacht refitting facility on the Terminal property that will create well -paying jobs, not only on the Terminal itself, but through the growth of existing businesses and the creation of new ones within the community. The Partner would be responsible for all funding, design and construction, operations, maintenance, equipment replacement, and marketing during the term of the agreement. On April 17, 2018, the Board of County Commissioners appointed a Review Committee for the evaluation of submittals in response to RFQ for the Operation and Development of the former Indian River Terminal. On July 25, 2018, the Board of County Commissioners approved the shortlisting of Derecktor Holdings, Inc. and Ft. Pierce Yacht & Ship, LLC, and authorized staff to proceed with Phase 2 of the procurement process. On September 20, 2018, the Board of County Commissioner interviewed both proposers. On October 30, 2018, the Board conducted second interviews with both proposers. On November 14, 2018, the Board voted 5-0 to rank Derecktor Holdings, LLC as the top ranked firm and directed staff to commence negotiations with Derecktor Holdings, LLC. Following Board approval, the parties have engaged in substantive discussions and negotiations to develop a Lease and Franchise Agreement, backed by sufficient insurance, bonds and guarantees that is commercially reasonable, and is in the County's best interest and those of the community. 81Page Regular Meeting Tuesday, April 16, 2019 9:00 AM County Administrator Howard Tipton provided further comments on the item. Afterward, Stan Payne, Director of Port and Airport, presented information about the port's history, vision for the port, objectives in establishing an agreement with a port operator, and major components of the agreement. Then James Brewer and John Caneig, with Derecktor Fort Pierce, gave a presentation on Derecktor's plans and vision for developing and marketing the Port of Ft. Pierce. Staff recommended that the Board approve the Lease and Franchise Agreement and authorize the Chair to sign the agreement subject to final review and approval of the County Attorney. The Commissioners and staff expressed their approval and excitement over the agreement. Commissioner Hutchinson moved to approve the lease agreement and Commissioner Dzadovsky seconded the motion. Upon roll call, the motion passed unanimously. RESULT: APPROVE [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Frannie Hutchinson, District No. 4 SECONDER: Chris Dzadovsky, District No. 1 AYES: Bartz, Townsend, Dzadovsky, Mitchell, Hutchinson MEETING RECESSED & RECONVENED Chairman Bartz called for a 10 minute recess at 11:19 AM Chairman Bartz reconvened the meeting at 11:46 AM B. PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT SERVICES 1. Resolution - An Order Granting a Major Adjustment to the Previously Approved Major Site Plan for the Project Known as American Concrete Industries Bethany Grubbs, Planning Technician, presented this item. The applicant, Robert Snowe, on behalf of American Concrete Industries, is requesting approval for a Major Adjustment to the Major Site Plan known as American Concrete Industries. The subject 9.92-acre property is located at 350 N. Rock Road, Fort Pierce, within the IH (Industrial, Heavy) Zoning District and MXD (Mixed Use Development) Future Land Use. The applicant has applied for Major Adjustment to Major Site Plan approval to expand an existing concrete manufacturing facility in two phases. The subject parcel currently contains two buildings, totaling 38,370 square feet of gross floor area. Under phase one, the proposed site plan modification will increase the square footage of existing building #2 by 15,000 square feet of building area, totaling 53,370 square feet of gross floor area for the site. Supplemental improvements include the addition of sixteen (16) paved parking stalls, installation of asphalt millings within the existing outside storage/laydown area and construction of a dry detention area. Phase two site improvements include the installation of asphalt millings within the existing 91Page Regular Meeting Tuesday, April 16, 2019 9:00 AM outside storage/laydown areas for the eastern portion of the parcel. Staff recommended the Board adopt the attached resolution approving this request for a Major Adjustment to the Major Site Plan, subject to the conditions outlined in the resolution. There were no questions or comments from the Board. A motion was made to adopt the resolution and it passed unanimously. RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Cathy Townsend, District No. 5, Vice -Chair SECONDER: Chris Dzadovsky, District No. 1 AYES: Bartz, Townsend, Dzadovsky, Mitchell, Hutchinson 11. ANNOUNCEMENTS A. The Board of County Commissioners will hold an Informal meeting on Tuesday, April 23, 2019 at 9am in Conference Room 3 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, May 7, 2019 at 6pm in the Commission Chambers of the Roger Poitras Administration Annex located at 2300 Virginia Avenue, Fort Pierce, FL. C. The Board of County Commissioners will hold an Informal meeting on Tuesday, May 14, 2019 at 9am in Conference Room 3 of the Roger Poitras Administration Annex located at 2300 Virginia Avenue, Fort Pierce, FL. D. The Board of County Commissioners will hold a Regular meeting on Tuesday, May 21, 2019 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. 10 1