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COUNTY
F L o R r D A
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
ST. LUCIE COUNTY, FLORIDA
Regular Meeting
February 21, 2017 Convened: 9:00 AM
Adjourned: 9:49 AM
1. CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order at 9:00 AM by District No. 1, Chairman Chris Dzadovsky
Attendee Name
Chris Dzadovsky
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District No. 1, Chairman
District No. 2, Vice -Chairman
Arrived
Present 9:00 AM
Tod Mowery
Present
9:00 AM
Linda Bartz
District No. 3
Present
9:00 AM
Frannie Hutchinson
District No. 4
Present
9:00 AM
Cathy Townsend
District No. 5
Present
9:00 AM
Howard Tipton
Administrator
Present
9:00 AM
Bob Adolphe
Deputy County Administrator
Present
9:00 AM
Mark Satterlee
Deputy Administrator
Present
9:00 AM
Daniel S. McIntyre
County Attorney
Present
9:00 AM
Katherine Barbieri
Asst. County Attorney
Present
9:00 AM
Don West
Public Works Director
Present
9:00 AM
Beth Ryder
Community Services Director
Present
9:00 AM
Asheley Hepburn
Director, Office of Management & Budget
Present
9:00 AM
Leslie Olson
Director, Planning & Development Services
Present
9:00 AM
Ceretha Leon
Human Resources Director
Present
9:00 AM
Ron Roberts
Solid Waste Director
Present
9:00 AM
Ron Parrish
Public Safety Director
Present
9:00 AM
Melissa Upton
Clerk to the Board
Present
9:00 AM
2. INVOCATION
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3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. Board of County Commissioners minutes for the meeting of Tuesday, February 07, 2017
RESULT: ACCEPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Tod Mowery, District No. 2, Vice -Chairman
SECONDER: Frannie Hutchinson, District No. 4
AYES: Dzadovsky, Mowery, Bartz, Hutchinson, Townsend
5. PROCLAMATIONS APPROVAL
A. Resolution - Proclaiming February 2017 as "Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention
Month" in St. Lucie County, Florida
Gwen McLeod, the president and founder of We Leap Inc. accepted the proclamation. Ms.
McLeod explained that her organization is a domestic violence awareness, prevention and
outreach organization that was established 3 years ago. She thanked the Board for the
recognition and indicated the organization hosts monthly empowerment and awareness
sessions to promote healthy relationships.
Chairman Dzadovsky asked how the public can contact her organization for information or
volunteer opportunities.
Ms. McLeod stated she can be reached at we-leap2.com or 772-940-1632.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Tod Mowery, District No. 2, Vice -Chairman
SECONDER: Cathy Townsend, District No. 5
AYES: Dzadovsky, Mowery, Bartz, Hutchinson, Townsend
6. PUBLIC COMMENT (excluding Public Hearing items)
This item was moved after Item 7. Presentations
Dave Commoli, 5101 A1A North Hutchinson Island - Mr. Commoli identified himself as the
president of the board of directors of the Ocean Resorts Co -Op. He indicated that Joe May, the
chairman of the peninsula committee was also in attendance. He noted the development has
approximately 400 residents on 100 acres of property. He addressed the Board regarding an
issue in his community. Mr. Commoli stated that on the private property for the past 2 months
there has been construction equipment building roads and the placement of rocks along the
water that block access to the peninsula. He provided pictures to the Board. Mr. Commoli asked
the Board why the property is being destroyed and why taxpayer money is being spent on
private property. He indicated the matter was urgent and requested a response from county
staff as soon as possible. He gave his phone number to the Board.
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Commissioner Townsend stated that she has his phone number and will contact him. She also
introduced the Director of Mosquito Control and Coastal Management Services to address Mr.
Commoli's concerns.
Staff indicated that the area in question is a county mosquito impoundment, which is used to
abate mosquito issues on the island. He stated that this area is part of Queen's Island Preserve,
Impoundment 19B. He noted that Hurricane Matthew caused approximately $2 million in
damage to the impoundments along the coast. Staff stated that the boulders are placed around
the impoundment to protect the dykes from breaching and this is a common method of
addressing that problem. He said that a contractor was brought in to replace the rock in that
area. He continued that this impoundment has been operated by the county for decades and
there is an agreement with the Department of Environmental Protection to do so.
Chairman Dzadovsky stated that Commissioner Townsend will contact Mr. Commoli to address
any further questions he may have.
Brian Bauer, St Lucie County Resident - Mr. Bauer identified himself as the president and CEO
of CareerSource Research Coast. He addressed the Board regarding the 2nd annual Treasure
Coast Homeless Veterans Stand Down Event. He indicated the event was a partnership with the
Florida Department of Veteran Affairs, the City of Fort Pierce, St Lucie County, Treasure Coast
Homeless Society, House -A -Vet and Sarah's Kitchen. He noted that veterans will also be coming
from Indian River and Martin County. He asked the Board to attend the event, which was taking
place from 9 to 3pm. Mr. Bauer listed the services being provided at the event. He indicated the
event was being held at Veterans Memorial Park at 600 N Indian River Dr, Fort Pierce, FL 34950.
He thanked the county's Veterans Services Program for providing free transportation to the
event.
7. PRESENTATIONS
A. St. Lucie County 2017 Ecotourism Goals - Wren Underwood, Environmental Education &
Ecotourism Coordinator
Wren Underwood, the Environmental Education and Ecotourism Coordinator presented the "St
Lucie County 2017 Ecotourism Goals". Ms. Underwood explained her position as a combination
of Environmental Resources, Tourism and Mosquito Control and thanked the Board for their
support. She also thanked Sandra Bogan, Charlotte Bireley and Glenn Henderson for their help.
She began her presentation by defining ecotourism and detailing the reasons to pursue
ecotourism in the county. She covered the current development goals of the department,
which included inventory and evaluate resources, develop/identify sustainable ecotourism
standards, develop public involvement strategy, explore opportunities to create collaborative
relationships and develop signature events/programs that align with the county's authentic
identity. Ms. Underwood invited everyone to attend the "Procession of the Species" event to
take place in October as part of the Indian River Lagoon Science Festival. She indicated more
information about the event is available at Procession.org.
Chairman Dzadovsky recognized Sandra Bogan, the director of the Oxbow Eco-Center.
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B. St. Lucie County United Way Initiative and Volunteer Showdown Award Presentation - Leslie
Olson, Planning Director
Leslie Olson, the County Planning Director presented this item as chair of the United Way
Initiative along with co-chair, Ron Parrish. Ms. Olson acknowledged the efforts of Ron Roberts
and Allison Macdonald in past years. She spoke about the history of the initiative in the county
and indicated that last year the county raised approximately $100,000 for the United Way. The
funds were raised from the employee engagement fund drive and the Ultimate Drive Golf
Tournament. Ms. Olson stated that county staff has committed over $22,000 and she expressed
optimism that the participation rate will increase this year. She spoke about the 3rd Annual
Ultimate Drive Golf Tournament on May 6th at Fairwinds Golf Course. She urged anyone
interested to sign up quickly and contact Brittney Palmer at 772-462-2822 for registration
forms. She indicated that sponsorship opportunities and prize donations are still being
requested from the local business community. The sponsorship opportunities range from $100
to $10,000.
At this time, Ms. Olson presented the winner of the 1st Annual United Way Volunteer
Showdown. She explained that the county departments competed to volunteer the most hours
at organizations that are funded by the United Way. She presented the trophy to the Public
Works, Road & Bridge Department, who volunteered over 36 hours by doing maintenance and
repairs on local United Way Agencies. The award was accepted by Chris Lestrange, Don West
and several employees from the department. Mr. Lestrange spoke about the work done by the
department to assist the agency.
Chairman Dzadovsky asked where potential sponsors or participants can get information.
Ms. Olson answered the best way to become involved is to contact Brittney Palmer at 772-462-
2822. Mr. Parrish indicated the application is available on the St Lucie County website and
expressed his excitement at the addition of another diamond level sponsorship opportunity.
C. 2017 Healthiest Weight Community Champion - Clint Sperber, Administrator & Jennifer Harris,
Community Health Director, both from the Florida Department of Health in St. Lucie County
Clint Sperber, director and Jennifer Harris, community health director from the Florida
Department of Health for St Lucie County presented this item. Mr. Sperber thanked the County
Administrator for his efforts to set up the Healthy St Lucie coalition in the county. He explained
the priorities the initiative aims to address; healthy eating, increased exercise and reduction of
chronic diseases. Mr. Sperber indicated that the coalition encourages members to go out into
the ecotourism sites in the county for exercise. Mr. Sperber recognized St Lucie County as a
"healthy weight champion" county. This initiative by the Florida Department of Health brings
together state agencies, local governments, non-profit organizations, businesses, schools, faith -
based organizations and communities to help Florida children and adults make consistent and
informed choices about healthy eating and active living. He acknowledged county staff
members for their work to achieve this recognition and presented the Board with a certificate
from the state surgeon general.
8. CONSENT AGENDA
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RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Tod Mowery, District No. 2, Vice -Chairman
SECONDER: Cathy Townsend, District No. 5
AYES: Dzadovsky, Mowery, Bartz, Hutchinson, Townsend
A. WARRANTS
1. Warrant Lists 18 & 19
B. ADMINISTRATION
1. Letter Regarding Visit Florida & Enterprise Florida
2. 2017 Federal Legislative Agenda
3. Appointment by the Chair to Friends of the St. Lucie County Library
C. COUNTY ATTORNEY
1. James Smith, Jr., Trustee - Donation of Right -of -Way - 20' on Rogers Road
2. Resolution - S-2 Yachts (Pursuit Boats) - Donation of Right -of -Way - 20' on St. Lucie
Boulevard
3. Petravice Preserve - Resolution to establish Palmetto Avenue in Section 9, Township 36
South, Range 40 East County right-of-way on behalf of St. Lucie County, Florida
4. Amendments to Contracts for Emergency Situations - Residential Waste and Recyclable
Material; Disaster Debris Monitoring, Coastal Engineering Services
5. All Aboard Florida - Payment of Legal Defense Invoices through All Aboard Legal Defense
Fund
6. Request for an Order pursuant to Article II, Chapter 2-5 of the St. Lucie County Code of
Ordinances and Compiled Laws, to demolish an unsafe structure at 2421 Keen Road in
Fort Pierce, Florida.
D. COMMUNITY SERVICES
1. Deed Transfer of 7508 Coquina Avenue to St. Lucie Habitat for Community Housing
Development Organization (CHDO) Inc.
2. HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) Community Housing Development
Organization (CHDO) Agreement - St. Lucie Habitat for Humanity CHDO
3. Summer of Success (SOS) St. Lucie Youth Employment Program
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E. COURT ADMINISTRATION
1. Removal of Fixed Assets from Inventory -Veterans Service Vehicle
F. ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES
There are no items scheduled.
G. HUMAN RESOURCES
There are no items scheduled.
H. INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
There are no items scheduled.
I. MOSQUITO CONTROL & COASTAL MGMT. SERVICES
There are no items scheduled.
J. OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT & BUDGET
1. Request for Proposal (RFP) No. 17-004, Community Services Bike Share Transportation
Program
2. Award of Bid No. 17-007, Purchase of Pesticides, Herbicides and Fertilizers
K. PARKS, RECREATION & FACILITIES
1. Resolution - Lincoln Park Playground Improvements FRDAP Grant Budget Resolution
2. Pan Florida Challenge for Hungry Kids 2017
3. HEWPLA - Trident Challenge 2017
4. Waiver of Skate Park Facility Rental Fees - Future 6 Helping Hand Fund Inc.
5. Inwater Research / Girl Scouts of Southeast Florida Beach Cleanup 2017
L. PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
1. Permission to Advertise - Ordinances Amending Article IV - VII of Chapter 24
M. PUBLIC SAFETY
There are no items scheduled.
N. PUBLIC WORKS
1. Resolution - Parkland Municipal Services Benefit Unit
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2. Resolution - Fra Mar/Wagner Municipal Services Benefit Unit (MSBU)
3. Award of Bid No. 16-047 - Roadside / Long Line Mowing
4. Budget Resolution - Amendment 3 Artificial Reef Construction (FWC No. 15135)
5. Budget Resolution - Kings Highway and Indrio Road Improvement Project
6. Award - Sneed Road Emergency Culvert Replacements at Canals 72 and 73
O. SHERIFF'S OFFICE
There are no items scheduled.
P. SOLID WASTE
1. Award of Bid No. 16-042, Purchase and Delivery of Common Clean Fill Dirt
2. Lost Revenue Reimbursement - Single Stream Recycling Facility Fire
3. Award of Bid No. 17-009, Install Aluminum Carport Cover
Q. SUPERVISOR OF ELECTIONS
There are no items scheduled.
R. TRANSPORTATION PLANNING ORGANIZATION
There are no items scheduled.
S. UTILITIES
1. Severn Trent Environmental Services, Inc. - 2nd Extension and 5th Amendment to
Agreement
9. PUBLIC HEARINGS
There are no items scheduled.
10. REGULAR AGENDA
A. COUNTY ATTORNEY
1. Permission to Advertise - Establishing Zoning Regulations for the Dispensing Of Low-THC
Cannabis and Medical Cannabis
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The Assistant County Attorney presented this item for permission to advertise the
proposed ordinance for public hearing before the local planning agency and 2 hearings
before the Board of County Commissioners.
The Assistant County Attorney stated this item is permission to advertise the
establishment of zoning regulations for the dispensing of low-THC cannabis and medical
cannabis. She continued that in November the voters of the state approved the
constitutional amendment on medical marijuana. Previously, Florida Legislature passed
Section 381.986 of the Florida Statutes, which authorizes the dispensing of medical
marijuana and established certain controls. Staff indicated the proposed ordinance
amends the existing code to establish as a permitted use in commercial general,
industrial light and planned non-residential development establishments that dispense
low-THC cannabis or medical marijuana. She explained the controls the proposed
ordinance would establish:
-The minimum distance between any establishment dispensing low-THC and medical
marijuana and child care facilities, preschools, schools and parks must be 1,000 feet and
must be 1 mile from other dispensing establishments.
-The limit on operating hours between 7:00 am and 9:00 pm daily.
-Prohibits the consumption of alcohol around the establishment.
-Security and outdoor lighting will be as provided in Section 381.986 Florida Statutes.
Staff indicated this statute has very comprehensive security measures.
Commissioner Townsend asked staff if page 2 of the backup documentation is a
recommendation of where the establishments would be placed.
The Assistant County Attorney confirmed that the proposed zoning would be
commercial general, industrial light or planned non-residential development.
Chairman Dzadovsky indicated that additional discussions would take place by the Board
at meetings following the approval of this permission to advertise.
The Assistant County Attorney confirmed that the Board has been provided with staff's
recommendations, however the ordinance will go before the Planning and Zoning
Commission and 2 public hearings before the Board. She indicated those meetings will
provide ample opportunity to discuss other zoning options.
RESULT:
ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER:
Frannie Hutchinson, District No. 4
SECONDER:
Cathy Townsend, District No. 5
AYES:
Dzadovsky, Mowery, Bartz, Hutchinson, Townsend
11. ANNOUNCEMENTS
A. A Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the Indian Hills Recreation Area will be held on Thursday,
February 23, 2017 at 1:30 p.m. at 52 Savannah Road, Fort Pierce, FL. For more information
contact the City of Fort Pierce at (772) 467-3000.
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Chairman Dzadovsky expressed his excitement regarding the ribbon cutting for the Indian Hills
Recreation Area. He thanked the Public Works Director, Don West for his assistance over the
years on this project. He also recognized the Fort Pierce City Commission for their cooperation,
the Board of County Commissioners and previous Board members, Jack Andrews (City of Fort
Pierce Engineer), Nick Mimms (Fort Pierce City Manager) and the Heathcote Botanical Gardens
Board of Directors.
B. The 52nd Annual St. Lucie County Fair will take place February 24, 2017 - March 5, 2017 at the
St. Lucie County Fairgrounds, 15601 West Midway Road, Fort Pierce. For details visit:
www.stluciecountyfair.org.
C. The New York Mets kick off their Spring Training Season at Tradition Field in Port St. Lucie on
Saturday, February 25, 2017 vs. Washington Nationals at 1:10 p.m. Home games run through
March 29, 2017 with games vs. the Florida Marlins, New York Yankees, St. Louis Cardinals,
Houston Astros, Detroit Tigers, Atlanta Braves and others. For tickets call (772) 871-2115 or visit
www.traditionfield.com.
Chairman Dzadovsky commended the Mets for their involvement in the Special Olympics event
held on Monday.
D. The Board of County Commissioners will hold a Regular Meeting on March 7, 2017 at 6 p.m. in
the County Commission Chamber of the Roger Poitras Administration Annex located at 2300
Virginia Avenue, Fort Pierce, FL.
E. The Board of County Commissioners will hold an Informal Meeting on March 14, 2017 at 9 a.m.
in Conference Room #3 of the Roger Poitras Administration Annex located at 2300 Virginia
Avenue, Fort Pierce, FL.
F. The Board of County Commissioners will hold a Regular Meeting on March 28, 2017 at 9 a.m. in
the County 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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