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Home My WebLink AboutMinutes 02.16.2016S■TkaL■(di 1 E COUNTY F L o R r D A BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS ST. LUCIE COUNTY, FLORIDA Regular Meeting February 16, 2016 Convened: 9:00 AM Adjourned: 10:50 AM 1. CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 9:00 AM by District No. 5, Chairman Kim Johnson Attendee Name District No. 5, Chairman Status Arrived Kim Johnson Present 9:00 AM Chris Dzadovsky District No. 1, Vice -Chairman District No. 2 Present 9:00 AM Tod Mowery Present 9:00 AM Paula A. Lewis District No. 3 Present 9:00 AM Frannie Hutchinson District No. 4 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 Edward Matthews Parks, Recreation & Facilities Director Present 9:00 AM Don West Public Works Director Present 9:00 AM Laurie Waldie Utility Director Present 9:00 AM Beth Ryder Community Services Director Present 9:00 AM Leslie Olson Planning Manager Present 9:00 AM Ron Roberts Solid Waste Director Present 9:00 AM Melissa Upton Clerk to the Board Present 9:00 AM 2. INVOCATION Generated 211912016 4:07 PM Regular Meeting Tuesday, February 16, 2016 9:00 AM 3. U S. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. Board of County Commissioners minutes for the meeting of Tuesday, January 26, 2016 RESULT: ACCEPTED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Frannie Hutchinson, District No. 4 SECONDER: Tod Mowery, District No. 2 AYES: Johnson, Dzadovsky, Mowery, Lewis, Hutchinson PROCLAMATIONS APPROVAL A. A resolution proclaiming February 21-27, 2016 as "National Engineers Week" in St. Lucie County, Florida. Patrick Helms, President of the Florida Engineering Society Treasure Coast Chapter accepted the proclamation. He spoke about the role of engineers in regard to the continued growth and well being of the county. He thanked the Board for their acknowledgement. RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Tod Mowery, District No. 2 SECONDER: Chris Dzadovsky, District No. 1, Vice -Chairman AYES: Johnson, Dzadovsky, Mowery, Lewis, Hutchinson B. A resolution proclaiming February 2016 as "Florida Hiking Trails Month" in St. Lucie County, Florida. Jim Couillard accepted the proclamation on behalf of the Florida Trail Association. He explained the impact of trails in Florida, indicating there were 352,000 visitors to trails in Florida last year. He expressed enthusiasm for making citizens aware of the importance of preserving this natural resource. He thanked the Board for the opportunity to address this topic. RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Chris Dzadovsky, District No. 1, Vice -Chairman SECONDER: Tod Mowery, District No. 2 AYES: Johnson, Dzadovsky, Mowery, Lewis, Hutchinson C. Resolution - Fair Association Request Jeanne Keaton accepted the proclamation. She thanked the fair volunteers for their dedication and support over the years. She expressed excitement about the upcoming 51st annual St Lucie County Fair. 2 1 P a g e Regular Meeting Tuesday, February 16, 2016 9:00 AM RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Frannie Hutchinson, District No. 4 SECONDER: Paula A. Lewis, District No. 3 AYES: Johnson, Dzadovsky, Mowery, Lewis, Hutchinson 6. PUBLIC COMMENT (excluding Public Hearing items) Richard Allison, Jackson Way St. Lucie County- He asked the Board to address issues with the street he lives on, Jackson Way. He indicated that there are no sidewalks and no speed limit signs, and felt that this was a danger to citizens. He requested at least one speed limit sign on the street. Darlene McLaughlin, St. Lucie County Resident - She identified as the Division Manager for Waste Pro. She spoke on behalf of the company and indicated how much the partnership with St. Lucie County is valued. She said Waste Pro is looking forward to working with staff to better the community. Jeanne Keaton, 1207 Parkland Blvd, Fort Pierce - She spoke on behalf of the White City Improvement Club. She thanked the Board and Public Works Department staff for their assistance in repairing damages caused by flooding in the area. 7. PRESENTATIONS A. Tourism in St Lucie County - Charlotte Bireley The County Tourism Manager presented this item. She covered the important impact of the tourism industry in St. Lucie County. She discussed the positive trend of visitors from 2011 through 2014, with 100 million visitors estimated in 2015. There was $82 billion of tourism related spending in 2014. She also explained the Tourist Development Council, which meets monthly in the county. Staff presented the local impact of tourism, which included the Tourist Development Tax. She detailed how the 5% tourist tax revenue is allocated. Staff showed the growth in revenue from this tax, which was $3.4 million in 2015. A chart of the St. Lucie County tourism industry growth between 2010 and 2013 was compiled with data from the US Travel Association. This chart showed positive increases in all categories including travel spending, travel generated payroll, travel generated employment, travel generated state tax receipts and travel generated local tax receipts. The County Tourism Manager indicated the key partnerships for the industry, including Visit Florida and the Treasure Coast Sports Commission. Staff presented the marketing objectives for 2016, including increasing tourist tax revenue by 5%, increasing website visits by 20% and increasing social media presence. She also displayed some images from the print ad campaign, social media websites, the county website, media coverage of fishing in the area and the new billboard campaign. Staff concluded by showing a 30 second ad prepared for tourism in the county. Commissioner Dzadovsky brought attention to the Highway Men and Zora Neale Hurston events in the area. Staff acknowledged the FAM tours for media of Fort Pierce's African 31 Regular Meeting Tuesday, February 16, 2016 9:00 AM American cultural assets, which will showcase the history of the Highway Men and Zora Neale Hurston. Commissioner Dzadovsky invited everyone to the ribbon cutting at 10 AM at the Intermodal Transit Station on Avenue D. Chairman Johnson commended staff on their efforts to increase marketing for the county. B. OF/IFAS Hayslip Biological Control Research - Dr. Ron Cave Anita Neal from the University of Florida Extension Office introduced Dr. Ron Cave and presented some samples to the commissioners. Dr. Ron Cave presented an update on the Indian River Research and Education Center and the Hayslip Biological Control Research and Containment Laboratory. He clarified the goal of the biological control lab is to study "good" bugs to fight "bad" bugs and "bad" plants. He covered the history of the lab beginning in 2000 when the facility was initially presented by the University of Florida. He also covered the history of the budget for the facility, including a recent cut to zero funding by the governor. Dr. Cave covered the 2 program areas of focus, invasive plant biological control and invasive insect biological control. He explained the ecological and economical damages caused by non-native species of plants and insects. He presented several specific cases of invasive species in the state and the proposed solutions from the lab; tropical soda apple, air potato, Brazilian peppertree, cogongrass, Mexican bromeliad weevil, cycad aulacaspis scale, Sri Lankan weevil, yellowmargined leaf beetle, and the ambrosia beetle associated with laurel wilt fungus. Dr. Cave thanked the Board for their support of this research. C. PSA Grant Program - Erick Gill, Public Information Manager The Public Information Manager presented this item. He introduced Daphne Stewart from Sarah's Kitchen, the recipient of last year's PSA grant. She explained the importance of advertising for nonprofits and considered the grant to be a blessing. The grant allowed her organization to raise awareness of the programs they offer and increase the number of volunteers. She thanked the Board for the opportunity and their support. Staff gave an overview of the grant program, including the history of the grant, the requirements to apply and scoring criteria. He encouraged all eligible agencies to apply and gave contact information for assistance with applications. Commissioner Dzadovsky commented that the grant is an excellent opportunity for the community. He mentioned the benefits of advertising on social media versus paying for television time. Staff agreed and indicated that the nonprofit's ad will air on SLCTV. D. Zika Virus Preparedness Update - Glenn Henderson, Interim Director Mosquito Control and Coastal Management Services and Clint Sperber, Administrator, SL Health Department This item was presented by Glenn Henderson the Interim Director of Mosquito Control and Coastal Management Services and Clint Sperber, Administrator for the St. Lucie County Health Department. First, Clint Sperber presented the health related issues associated with the Zika virus. 4 1 P a g e Regular Meeting Tuesday, February 16, 2016 9:00 AM Q Mr. Sperber began his presentation by thanking the Board for allowing him the time to speak to the county about this virus. He clarified that there are no locally acquired cases of Zika virus in the state of Florida and there are 21 cases associated with travel. The state surgeon general does a daily update at 2PM. He covered background information about the virus including its history and how it is transmitted. He also discussed the symptoms and incubation time. Mr. Sperber pointed out that 1 in 5 people who are infected will become symptomatic. He presented a chart that detailed the steps taken once a case of Zika virus is suspected. The Health Department takes these steps for any investigation they need to conduct, and did 2000 investigations in 2015. Response activities conducted by the Health Department include targeting health care providers, working with internal partners, syndromic surveillance, working with Mosquito Control officials, and providing the public with information regarding the disease. Mr. Henderson began his presentation by covering the responsibilities of the Mosquito Control Department. This includes operating 4000 acres of mosquito impoundments, performing inspection, surveillance and treatment within the district, targeting adult mosquitoes and larva, research and community outreach and education. He explained that because it was warm and wet in December and January, the county experience elevated mosquito activity. He pointed out that the early warning of Zika virus has helped the county with organizing response efforts. Mr. Henderson presented ways to prevent and protect against contact with mosquitoes. He reiterated the steps taken once a suspected Zika case is reported, including contact with the Department of Health. Mosquito Control will send out teams of inspectors within 24 hours and inform nearby homeowners. He directed county residents to online resources and to contact Mosquito Control with any questions or concerns. CONSENT AGENDA RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Tod Mowery, District No. 2 SECONDER: Paula A. Lewis, District No. 3 AYES: Kim Johnson, Chris Dzadovsky, Tod Mowery, Paula A. Lewis ABSENT: Frannie Hutchinson A. WARRANTS 1. Warrant List 18 .� 0 Pilli,ll,�Ii:Z_tILou 1. Tourist Development Council Funding for Airport Entranceway Project 2. Appointment to the Fort Pierce Wastewater Treatment Plant Ad -Hoc Working Committee 5 1 P a g e Regular Meeting Tuesday, February 16, 2016 9:00 AM C. COUNTY ATTORNEY 1. St. Lucie County Health Department - Amendment I to Attachment II of FY15-16 Contract 2. Resolution - Amending Purchasing Manual to Establish Procurement Procedures for Federal Transit Administration Funded Projects 3. Revocable License Agreement - Tarpon Flats Subdivision - Vanderenden - Install Fence in Utility Easement D. COMMUNITY SERVICES 1. Baker & Taylor Rental Book Proposal E. COURT ADMINISTRATION There are no items scheduled. F. ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES 1. Allied Improvement Agreement Release 2. St. Lucie Village Heritage Preserve - Boardwalk Bid Award 3. Work Camper Agreement - Steven J. Fousek Preserve /Paleo Hammock 4. Petravice Infrastructure CIP 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. 16-004, Federal Lobbyist Services K. PARKS, RECREATION & FACILITIES 1. The ARC of St. Lucie County - Walkathon 6 1 P a g e Regular Meeting Tuesday, February 16, 2016 9:00 AM L. PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT SERVICES There are no items scheduled. M. PUBLIC SAFETY There are no items scheduled. N. PUBLIC WORKS 1. Parkland Municipal Services Benefit Unit 2. Award of Bid No. 16-008 Subdivision #2 Mowing - Harmony Heights, Sunland Gardens, Paradise Park, Pony Pines, Timberlake Estates, Ft. Pierce Gardens, Pine Hollow and Hidden Pines O. SHERIFF'S OFFICE There are no items scheduled. P. SOLID WASTE 1. Bid Waiver - Powerscreen of Florida, Inc. Q. SUPERVISOR OF ELECTIONS There are no items scheduled. R. TRANSPORTATION PLANNING ORGANIZATION There are no items scheduled. S. UTILITIES There are no items scheduled. 9. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. COUNTY ATTORNEY 1. Ordinance - Amending Section 7.09.05 of the St. Lucie County Land Development Code affecting the removal of exotic vegetation in St. Lucie County, Florida. 2nd Public Hearing (2nd Public Hearing) The Assistant County Attorney presented this item. She indicated that this would be the first of 2 public hearings to amend section 7.09.05 of the St. Lucie County Land Development Code, affecting the removal of exotic vegetation. This section of the code has been in effect for some time and addresses the requirements for developers and 7 1 P a g E Regular Meeting Tuesday, February 16, 2016 9:00 AM homeowners to remove exotic vegetation. She indicated that the only changes would be to the "enforcement" area of the code. Previously, enforcement required the Public Works Director to make special notice separate from Code Enforcement, and created some difficulties. This amendment would change enforcement to the standard procedure, which is through the St. Lucie County Code Enforcement Board. This public hearing was advertised on February 5th and the second public hearing is scheduled for March 15th. RESULT: 1ST READING APPROVED Next: 3/1/2016 6:00 PM B. PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT SERVICES 1. Annual Update to the Comprehensive Plan, Capital Improvements Element (CIE) for FY 2015/16 - FY 2019/20 The Comprehensive Planner presented this item. She covered the annual update to the Comprehensive Plan, Capital Improvements Element for 2015/2016 through 2019/2020. This public hearing was advertised on February 5th. The draft ordinance details the updates being made to the CIE tables. Richard Allison addressed the Board again at this presentation, regarding a response to his request for a speed limit sign. Chairman Johnson said he would speak with him after the meeting, and would have the Public Works Director assist him as well. RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Tod Mowery, District No. 2 SECONDER: Chris Dzadovsky, District No. 1, Vice -Chairman AYES: Kim Johnson, Chris Dzadovsky, Tod Mowery, Paula A. Lewis ABSENT: Frannie Hutchinson 10. REGULAR AGENDA 1. Resolution - Waste Pro Exclusive Residential Agreement - Fourth Amendment - Item "A" The County Attorney presented this item and the Solid Waste Director was available for questions. In 2013, the county and Waste Pro made an amendment to the Exclusive Residential Collection Agreement. This agreement guaranteed that Waste Pro would deliver 100 tons of recyclable material daily to the county's facility, this would generate $1.9 million annually. In a separate agreement with the City of Port St. Lucie, Waste Pro agreed to pay $62,000 per month based on expected generated revenue. Waste Pro is currently bringing 135 tons per day to the facility, increasing the county's revenue. Based on decreased market prices for recyclable materials, Waste Pro is losing money and the increase in materials is adding to those losses. Waste Pro would like to reduce their delivery to the county to 100 tons as contracted. This would reduce the county's 8 1 P a g e Regular Meeting Tuesday, February 16, 2016 9:00 AM revenue by $600,000 annually. It would also reduce the city's revenue by approximately 50%. The amendment guarantees 135 tons delivered daily, providing $2.2 million in processing fees annually by Waste Pro. The county would agree to reduce processing fees if the average market price for recyclable materials remains below average, and return to normal fees if the market price returns above $92 per ton. Waste Pro would also share half of the revenue it receives from the sale of recyclable materials if the average market value exceeds $92 per ton. Staff indicated that it is impossible to predict the average market price or potential revenues. The 4th amendment would also eliminate Waste Pro's obligation to provide certain information materials that promote recycling. Staff does not believe this elimination is significant. Staff believes that this amendment provides significant economic benefits to the county and will increase annual revenue to $2.2 million. Commissioner Mowery asked where the overflow volume of materials would be delivered. The Solid Waste Director answered that the volume brought in from Martin County would be reduced and would be going to the facility in Pompano. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Chris Dzadovsky, District No. 1, Vice -Chairman SECONDER: Paula A. Lewis, District No. 3 AYES: Kim Johnson, Chris Dzadovsky, Tod Mowery, Paula A. Lewis ABSENT: Frannie Hutchinson 2. Resolution - Amendment to Solid Waste Rate Resolution - Item "B" The County Attorney presented this item. This item proposes an amendment to the Solid Waste Rate Resolution. If adopted, it would allow for different rates and charges to be used when authorized in a contract that the Board has adopted. Staff recommended approval. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Chris Dzadovsky, District No. 1, Vice -Chairman SECONDER: Tod Mowery, District No. 2 AYES: Kim Johnson, Chris Dzadovsky, Tod Mowery, Paula A. Lewis ABSENT: Frannie Hutchinson 3. Resolution requesting the Governor of Florida to issue a State of Emergency The County Attorney presented this item. The Indian River Lagoon and modifications to the St. Lucie River have altered the hydrology of the region. Large influxes of fresh water from rainfall into the St. Lucie Estuary have negatively affected salinity levels and water quality in the lagoon, potentially causing environmental harm. This runoff is causing a public health threat. The resolution requests the Governor issue an executive order declaring a state of emergency to protect the lagoon and estuary. The Governor has broad powers dealing with state permitting and cost recovery issues that are not available to local governments. Staff indicated that Martin County has recently adopted a similar resolution. 9 1 P a g e Regular Meeting Tuesday, February 16, 2016 9:00 AM Commissioner Dzadovsky asked which of the 2 versions of the resolution provided was going to be submitted. He indicated that document "A" had significant language supporting House Bill 989 and Senate Bill 1168, which had not been reviewed by the Board yet. He pointed out issues with item 2 and 4 in the resolution. Chairman Johnson asked if he was making a motion at this time. Commissioner Dzadovsky answered that he would support approval, if those items were removed from the resolution. He expressed urgency in getting the resolution passed as soon as possible. Staff answered that document "A" was adopted from the Martin County resolution and he saw no objection with deleting item 2 and 4 from the resolution. RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Chris Dzadovsky, District No. 1, Vice -Chairman SECONDER: Tod Mowery, District No. 2 AYES: Kim Johnson, Chris Dzadovsky, Tod Mowery, Paula A. Lewis ABSENT: Frannie Hutchinson 11. ANNOUNCEMENTS A. The Board of County Commissioners will hold a Special Informal Board meeting to address the Federal Legislative Update on February 18, 2016 at 9 a.m. 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 Board meeting on March 1, 2016 at 6 p.m. 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 Board meeting on March 8, 2016 at 9 a.m. 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 Board meeting on March 15, 2016 at 9 a.m. 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