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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
ST. LUCIE COUNTY, FLORIDA
Regular Meeting
January 23, 2018 Convened: 9:01 AM
Adjourned: 10:38 AM
1. CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order at 9:01 AM by District No. 4, Chair Frannie Hutchinson
Attendee Name
Title Status Arrived
District No. 4, Chair Present 9:00 AM
District No. 3, Vice -Chair Present 9:00 AM
Frannie Hutchinson
Linda Bartz
Chris Dzadovsky
District No. 1
Present
9:00 AM
Cathy Townsend
District No. 5
Present
9:00 AM
Howard Tipton
Administrator
Present
9:00 AM
Daniel S. McIntyre
County Attorney
Present
9:00 AM
Jennifer Hill
Interim Office of Management and Budget 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
Brittany Jones
Recording Secretary
Present
9:00 AM
Alice Sennott
Deputy Clerk Present
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2. INVOCATION
The County Administrator led the invocation.
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
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HOUSEKEEPING ITEMS
Chairman Hutchinson noted the following items were amended in the agenda:
• 10.A.1 (Approval of Executive Director of Air and Seaport Employment Agreement) was moved
from the Consent Agenda (8.13.2)
• 10.13.1 (Major Site Plan — FPL Interstate Solar Energy Center) was moved from 9.13.1
• 10.13.2 (Resolution —Accepting a Conservation Easement and Preserve Area Monitoring and
Management Plan from Florida Power and Light — Interstate Solar Facility) was moved from the
Consent Agenda (8.C.7)
4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A motion was made to approve all the minutes and it passed unanimously.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Linda Bartz, District No. 3, Vice -Chair
SECONDER: Cathy Townsend, District No. 5
AYES: Frannie Hutchinson, Linda Bartz, Chris Dzadovsky, Cathy Townsend
A. Board of County Commissioners minutes for the meeting of Tuesday, December 12, 2017
B. Board of County Commissioners minutes for the meeting of Tuesday, January 09, 2018
C. Board of County Commissioners minutes for the meeting of Tuesday, January 09, 2018
5. PROCLAMATIONS APPROVAL
There are no items scheduled.
6. PUBLIC COMMENT (excluding Public Hearing items)
Chairman Hutchinson opened the meeting for public comment at this time. There being no one wishing
to come before the Board, Chairman Hutchinson closed public comment.
7. PRESENTATIONS
A. 2017 St. Lucie County Visitor Tracking Study Results - Charlotte Bireley, SLC Director of
Tourism & Marketing and Joseph St. Germain, President, Downs & St. Germain Research
Charlotte Bireley, SLC Director of Tourism & Marketing, gave a brief background of the Visitor
Tracking and Economic Impact Study that was conducted by Downs & St. Germain Research.
Ms. Bireley introduced Joseph St. Germain, President of Downs & St. Germain Research, who
presented the results of the study. Mr. St. Germain highlighted the economic impact, direct
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spending and jobs, created by tourism and emphasized the revenue from taxes that tourism
generates.
8. CONSENT AGENDA
Commissioner Dzadovsky moved to ratify into the consent agenda: the appointment of Sean Mitchell
to the Planning & Zoning Board to fill a resigned appointee position.
A motion was made to adopt the consent agenda and it passed unanimously.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Cathy Townsend, District No. 5
SECONDER: Linda Bartz, District No. 3, Vice -Chair
AYES: Frannie Hutchinson, Linda Bartz, Chris Dzadovsky, Cathy Townsend
A. WARRANTS
1. Warrant Lists 13 & 14
B. ADMINISTRATION
1. Close out TCERDA SeaCoast Bank Account
2. This Item was moved to 10A1
C. COUNTY ATTORNEY
1. Resolution - Allowing Treasure Coast Sports Commission, Inc. the use of office space at
527 NW Peacock Blvd., Port St. Lucie, FL
2. Resolution - Extending the Postponement of the Placement of Wireless
Telecommunications Facilities Ord. No. 17-18
3. Facilities Use Agreement with Professional Sports Camps, Inc., d/b/a Florida Coast
Professional Baseball School
4. South County Drug Lab
5. After the Fact Revocable License Agreement - 4130 Seminole Road - Parcel ID 1323-131-
0004-000-6 and 1323-131-0005-000-3 - Fence
6. Revocable License Agreement - Fence - Utility/Drainage Easement - Holiday Pines
Subdivision Phase I - Lot 63 - 5605 Eagle Drive
7. This item was moved to 10132
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8. Declarations of the St. Lucie County Public Safety Director Declaring a State of Local
Emergency for Hurricane Irma
9. Assignment of July 14, 2009 Agreement between St. Lucie County and Public Financial
Management, Inc.
10. Bike Share Program - Interlocal Agreement with City of Port St. Lucie
11. Resolution - Approving Facilities Use Agreement with Safe Space, Inc.
D. COMMUNITY SERVICES
1. Resolution - Federal Transit Administration (FTA) 5307 FY16
2. Resolution - Federal Transit Administration Section 5307 Grant Budget Revision Carry
Forward
E. COURT ADMINISTRATION
There are no items scheduled.
F. ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES
There are no items scheduled.
G. FACILITIES
There are no items scheduled.
H. HUMAN RESOURCES
There are no items scheduled.
I. INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
There are no items scheduled.
J. LIBRARY SERVICES
There are no items scheduled.
K. MOSQUITO CONTROL & COASTAL MGMT. SERVICES
There are no items scheduled.
L. OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT & BUDGET
1. Request for Proposal (RFP) No. 17-039, Temporary Personnel Services - Non -clerical
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M. PARKS & RECREATION
1. Award of Bid No. 18-010, First Data Field Expansion Joint and Crack Repair - Tiki Hut
Deck Level
N. PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
There are no items scheduled.
O. PUBLIC SAFETY
There are no items scheduled.
P. PUBLIC WORKS
1. Roadway and Intersection Design Continuing Contracts
2. Award of Bid No. 18-011- Purchase of Sign Materials
3. Purchase of Traffic Management Monitoring System
Q. SHERIFF'S OFFICE
There are no items scheduled.
R. SOLID WASTE
1. Bid Waiver and Sole Source
2. Phase 11113 Partial Closure - Change Order
S. SUPERVISOR OF ELECTIONS
There are no items scheduled.
T. TRANSPORTATION PLANNING ORGANIZATION
There are no items scheduled.
U. UTILITIES
There are no items scheduled.
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9. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. COUNTY ATTORNEY
1. Floodplain Model Ordinance - Repeal & Replace Ordinance No. 11-031
Britton Wilson, Emergency Management Safety Planner, stated there was no new
information to present since the public hearing on January 9, 2018.
This was the second of two public hearings. Staff recommended the Board approve the
proposed draft ordinance.
Chairman Hutchinson opened the hearing for public comment at this time. There being
no one wishing to appear before the Board, Chairman Hutchinson closed the public
hearing.
Commissioner Dzadovsky reiterated the importance of a comprehensive plan review.
There were no other comments from the Board.
A motion was made to approve the ordinance and it passed unanimously.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Cathy Townsend, District No. 5
SECONDER: Linda Bartz, District No. 3, Vice -Chair
AYES: Frannie Hutchinson, Linda Bartz, Chris Dzadovsky, Cathy Townsend
B. PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
1. (This Item was moved to 1081)
2. FPL Interstate Solar Energy Center - Conditional Use Permit - Background
The applicant, Florida Power and Light Company (FPL) is requesting Conditional Use
Permit approval for the construction and operation of a 74.5 MW Photovoltaic Solar
Center on +/-540 of agricultural land consisting of seven (7) parcels located West of
Interstate 95, northeast of the Florida's Turnpike and north of Belcher Canal (C-25
Canal). The subject property lies outside the urban services boundary and is zoned AG-1
(Agricultural - 1) which is consistent with the TVC (Towns, Villages and Countryside)
future land use.
Chairman Hutchinson noted that Item 9.13.2 was quasi-judicial and asked for
Commissioners' disclosures:
• Commissioner Dzadovsky spoke with FPL representatives, local realtors, property
owners near the Airport Corridor, Eagen (phonetic spelling) representatives,
property owner Rhodes, TPO Director and staff
• Commissioner Townsend spoke only with staff
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• Commissioner Bartz spoke with staff and representatives of FPL and their
attorneys
• Chairman Hutchinson spoke with staff and the applicant's representatives
Leslie Olson, SLC Planning & Development Services Director, gave a presentation for
three agenda items all regarding the Florida Power and Light (FPL) Interstate Solar
Energy Center. She outlined the three items as follows:
1) Item 9.6.2 - FPL Interstate Solar Energy Center - Conditional Use Permit, which is
a public hearing
2) Item 10.13.1 - Major Site Plan - FPL Interstate Solar Energy Center, under the
regular agenda
3) Item 10.13.2 - Resolution - Accepting a Conservation Easement and Preserve Area
Monitoring and Management Plan (PAMMP) from FPL - Interstate Solar Facility,
under the regular agenda
Presentation
The Planning & Development Services Director displayed several maps detailing the
location, future land use, zoning, mixed use activity area, and proposed roads. Next,
Amy Brunjes, with FPL, gave a presentation on the proposed FPL Interstate Solar Energy
Center. Ms. Brunjes stated that this project is among eight new solar energy centers in
the state. If approved, construction will begin in the spring of this year and the site
would begin generating solar power by early 2019.
Ms. Brunjes introduced Emily Krasnicki, FPL Manager for this project. Ms. Krasnicki
detailed the specifics of the project. It was highlighted that the solar panels emit no
sound, do not need water or fuel and will generate enough power for about 15,000
homes. Ms. Krasnicki described the solar components that are to be constructed, which
will create jobs in addition to allowing the grass to grow naturally. FPL held an open
house for neighbors within 1,000 feet of the site and developed a website to provide the
community with resources about the center. It was concluded that this project has
furthered collaboration with the County to incorporate an educational component,
increase the reserved acreage, and utilize best efforts towards developing the Airport
Connector. A short video simulating the proposed project was shown. Next, Josh Long, a
certified land use planner with Gunster Law Firm, spoke. He stated he is the project
planner for this application and submitted his resume for the record. Mr. Long said he is
in agreement with staff's evaluation and affirmed the conditional use permit and major
site plan application complies with all of St. Lucie County's comprehensive plan and land
development regulations.
FPL Interstate Solar Energy Center - Conditional Use Permit
County Staff has worked diligently with FPL to mitigate any undue impacts the proposed
solar farm could have upon the feasibility of the Northern/Airport Connector Roadway.
The original site plan submitted for the project included a preserve area adjacent to the
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future roadway. FPL has modified the site plan in order to convey 120 acres adjacent to
the proposed Northern/Airport Connector to the County. This conveyance will make this
land available for future development. Based upon the new site plan, the traffic
consultants have updated their analyses, reporting there would be minimal impact on
traffic and support for the Airport Connector. 100 feet of the 120 acres was detailed as a
condition of approval, as FPL is asking for that land to be maintained by them to avoid
any shadows affecting the nearby solar panels. Furthermore, 50 feet of that 100 feet
area is not to contain any structures and the remaining 50 feet is not to contain
structures more than 60 feet tall.
It was stated by the Planning & Development Services Director that the hearing was
advertised in the St. Lucie Tribune, signs were placed on the property and notices went
out to adjacent property owners within 500 feet of the property. There has only been
one property owner who objects, however this does not warrant the 50% super
majority vote.
Staff Recommendation
Staff recommended the Board adopt a resolution to approve the conditional use permit
for a solar generation station subject to the conditions in the resolution.
Commissioner's Comments and Questions
Commissioner Dzadovsky reiterated the value in the Airport Connector and commented
that the Florida Turnpike Commission will conduct a feasibility study to review further
use of that intersection. There was a discussion with the County Attorney affirming both
FPL and staff's ability to request modifications on the conditional use permit and it was
stated procedure requires a public hearing for such requests. Commissioner Dzadovsky
urged staff to be prepared for the study the Turnpike Commission will conduct in July. It
was clarified that the right -away issue has been resolved and that FPL is in full support
of the County's objectives.
Both Commissioner Townsend and Commissioner Bartz expressed their appreciation
and thanks to all involved with this project.
Chairman Hutchinson asked staff the potential to begin discussing and reviewing the
comprehensive plan and future land use. The Planning & Development Services Director
stated staff has started a new process of reading the comprehensive plan and holding
workshops and therefore, would be able to meet with the Board in late spring or
summer.
There was further discussion regarding instructions to staff and inquiries on the turnpike
study. Peter Buchwald, Executive Director of St. Lucie County Transportation Planning
Organization provided clarity.
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Public Comment
Chairman Hutchinson opened the hearing for public comment at this time. The
following individuals addressed the Board:
• Whit C. Murphy, Jr., a St. Lucie County resident on behalf of 21 property
owners along the St. Lucie Blvd and Kings Highway corridor, spoke of his
concerns moving forward without the completed feasibility study results. Mr.
Murphy read and submitted a letter of objection from Paul Rhodes to be
included as part of the record.
• Pete Tesch, President of Economic Development Council, spoke in favor of
FPL Interstate Solar Energy Center.
• Eva Ries, President of St. Lucie Audubon Society, spoke in favor of FPL
Interstate Solar Energy Center.
• Elizabeth Dunleavy, of 4105 Gator Trace Road in Fort Pierce, spoke in favor of
FPL Interstate Solar Energy Center.
There being no one further wishing to come before the Board, Chairman Hutchinson
closed public comment.
Commissioner Dzadovsky explained he initially had some concerns but stated he
supports this project and believes that through compromise and negotiation with willing
partners, they have found the best possible outcome.
Chairman Hutchinson emphasized these proposed road maps are put together after
studies have been done and following public input the best alignments are found. She
declared her support for this project.
A motion was made to approve Staff recommendation and it passed unanimously.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Cathy Townsend, District No. 5
SECONDER: Linda Bartz, District No. 3, Vice -Chair
AYES: Frannie Hutchinson, Linda Bartz, Chris Dzadovsky, Cathy Townsend
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10. REGULAR AGENDA
A. ADMINISTRATION
1. Approval of Executive Director of Air and Seaport Employment Agreement
(This item was presented after item 10.8.2)
The County Administrator presented this item. With the County's $25 million purchase
of the working waterfront at the Port of Fort Pierce (Port), and with a $20 million capital
program at Treasure Coast International Airport (TCIA) as well as aggressive plans for
building both MRO business and air service, the County is in need of an executive who
can devote full time attention to these two critical areas of our economic development
strategy. The County Administrator recommends Mr. Stan Payne to serve in the role of
Executive Director of Air and Seaport in order to meet business objectives.
Creating the Executive Director of Air and Seaport (EX8) position will not affect the
overall employee headcount as the vacant Research & Education Park Director (EX4) will
be reclassified to create the new position.
Staff recommended approval of the employment agreement.
The Board discussed one section of the contract on page 4 that refers to salary
adjustments under the sole discretion of the County Administrator.
A motion was made to approve the agreement with the amendment of language in the
last sentence of section 5A "his salary may be adjusted from time to time by the County
Administrator with consultation of the Board of County Commissioners". The motion
was seconded and it passed unanimously.
RESULT: ADOPTED AS AMENDED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Chris Dzadovsky, District No. 1
SECONDER: Linda Bartz, District No. 3, Vice -Chair
AYES: Frannie Hutchinson, Linda Bartz, Chris Dzadovsky, Cathy Townsend
B. PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
1. Major Site Plan - FPL Interstate Solar Energy Center
Chairman Hutchinson noted that this item was quasi-judicial and asked for
Commissioners' disclosures:
• Commissioner Dzadovsky spoke with FPL representatives, local realtors, property
owners near the Airport Corridor, Eagen (phonetic spelling) representatives,
property owner Rhodes, TPO Director and staff
• Commissioner Townsend spoke only with staff
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• Commissioner Bartz spoke with staff and representatives of FPL and their
attorneys
• Chairman Hutchinson spoke with staff and the applicant's representatives
(This item was discussed in conjunction with item 9.8.2)
The applicant, Florida Power and Light Company (FPL) is requesting Major Site Plan
approval for the construction and operation of a 74.5 MW Photovoltaic (PV) Solar
Center on +/-540 acres of agricultural land located west of Interstate 95, northeast of
the Florida's Turnpike and north of Belcher Canal (C-25 Canal). The subject property lies
outside the urban services boundary and is zoned AG-1 (Agricultural - 1) which is
consistent with the TVC (Towns, Villages and Countryside) future land use.
Access to the site will be obtained by utilizing Aico Road which transitions into a 60 foot
wide private road way easement which will be maintained by FPL during the
development and construction of the facility. Construction activities and deliveries to
the site will occur during the hours from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. weekdays and 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
on Saturday during the construction period. Construction will be accomplished within a
6 to 10 month period.
Staff recommended the Board adopt a resolution to approve the Major Site Plan for a
solar generation station subject to conditions in the resolution.
Chairman Hutchinson allowed public comment at this time.
Bob Raines, with Gunster Law Firm, stated he wanted to incorporate the earlier
presentation as part of this item, too.
There was no one further wishing to address the Board.
A motion was made to approve Staff recommendation and it passed unanimously.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Chris Dzadovsky, District No. 1
SECONDER: Cathy Townsend, District No. 5
AYES: Frannie Hutchinson, Linda Bartz, Chris Dzadovsky, Cathy Townsend
2. Resolution - Accepting a Conservation Easement and Preserve Area Monitoring and
Management Plan (PAMMP) from Florida Power and Light - Interstate Solar Facility
(This item was discussed in conjunction with item 9.8.2)
Florida Power and Light is constructing a 74.5 MW Photovoltaic Solar Energy Center in
Central St. Lucie County. The facility will create clean, renewable energy by converting
sunlight. As part of the Site Plan approval they need to provide St. Lucie County the
required Conservation Easement and Preserve Area Monitoring and Management Plan
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(PAMMP). The PAMMP was approved by the Environmental Resources Department and
it is available upon request.
Staff recommended that 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.
A motion was made to approve Staff recommendation and it passed unanimously.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Chris Dzadovsky, District No. 1
SECONDER: Cathy Townsend, District No. 5
AYES: Frannie Hutchinson, Linda Bartz, Chris Dzadovsky, Cathy Townsend
C. UTILITIES
1. Award Bid No. 17-057 Turnpike Feeder Road / US #1 Water Main Extension and Indrio
Road Water Main Extension
(This item was presented after item 10.A.1)
Ron Roberts, Director of Public Utilities, gave this presentation. The purpose of the bid is
to extend the existing water mains to prepare for anticipated development in that area.
On January 05, 2018, submittals to Bid No. 17-057 Turnpike Feeder Road / U.S. #1 Water
Main Extension and Indrio Road Water Main Extension were opened. Seven proposals
were received; 1,165 companies were notified and 55 bid documents were distributed.
Felix Associates of Florida, Inc. submitted the lowest bid in the amount of
$ 2, 521,184.05.
Staff recommended Board approval to award Bid No. 17-057 to the lowest responsive
and responsible bidder, Felix Associates of Florida, Inc., in the amount of $2,521,184.05
and authorization for the Chair to sign the documents as approved by the County
Attorney.
A motion was made to approve Staff recommendation and it passed unanimously.
RESULT: APPROVE [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Cathy Townsend, District No. 5
SECONDER: Linda Bartz, District No. 3, Vice -Chair
AYES: Frannie Hutchinson, Linda Bartz, Chris Dzadovsky, Cathy Townsend
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11. ANNOUNCEMENTS
A. The Board of County Commissioners will hold a Regular meeting on Tuesday, February 6, 2018
at 6pm 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 an Informal meeting on Tuesday, February 13,
2018 at gam in Conference Room #3 of the Roger Poitras Administration Annex located at 2300
Virginia Avenue, Fort Pierce, FL.
C. County offices will be closed on Monday, February 19, 2018 in observance of Presidents' Day.
D. The Board of County Commissioners will hold a Regular meeting on Tuesday, February 20, 2018
at gam 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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