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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 06.21.2016S■TkaL■(di 1 E COUNTY F L o R r D A BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS ST. LUCIE COUNTY, FLORIDA Regular Meeting June 21, 2016 Convened: 9:00 AM Adjourned: 9:59 AM 1. CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 9:00 AM by District No. 5, Chairman Kim Johnson Attendee Name V District No. 5, Chairman District No. 1, Vice -Chairman Arrived Present 9:00 AM Kim Johnson Chris Dzadovsky Present 9:00 AM Tod Mowery District No. 2 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 Daniel S. McIntyre County Attorney Present 9:00 AM Heather Young Asst. 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 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 Ron Parrish Public Safety Director 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 612412016 11:57 AM Regular Meeting Tuesday, June 21, 2016 9:00 AM 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. Board of County Commissioners minutes for the meeting of Tuesday, May 10, 2016 RESULT: ACCEPTED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Tod Mowery, District No. 2 SECONDER: Chris Dzadovsky, District No. 1, Vice -Chairman AYES: Johnson, Dzadovsky, Mowery, Lewis, Hutchinson B. Board of County Commissioners minutes for the meeting of Tuesday, June 07, 2016 RESULT: ACCEPTED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Tod Mowery, District No. 2 SECONDER: Chris Dzadovsky, District No. 1, Vice -Chairman AYES: Johnson, Dzadovsky, Mowery, Lewis, Hutchinson 5. PROCLAMATIONS APPROVAL A. Proclamation - Recognizing Frank A. Frey, General Engineer, High Speed Rail Division at Federal Railway Administration, for utilizing his unique experience in railroad safety to assist St. Lucie County with safety improvements required for railways included in final plans for All Aboard Florida in St. Lucie County, Florida. The County Administrator addressed any potential conflict regarding this resolution. He stated that this resolution is to recognize Frank A. Frey and his work with county staff through the process of safety planning with the Federal Railway Administration. The Board remains in opposition of All Aboard Florida's plans. RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Tod Mowery, District No. 2 SECONDER: Paula A. Lewis, District No. 3 AYES: Johnson, Dzadovsky, Mowery, Lewis, Hutchinson 6. PUBLIC COMMENT (excluding Public Hearing items) Mark Kovalsky, 501 SW Whitmore Dr. Port St. Lucie - Mr. Kovalsky spoke about the Leon County ruling that indicated Indian River County failed to substantiate the block on All Aboard Florida's private activity bonds. He stated that this decision demonstrates that the project will be completed. He spoke about the economic benefits of the project and thanked the Board for their efforts and encouraged support of All Aboard Florida going forward. Susan Mehiel, 131 Laurel Oak Lane - Ms. Mehiel spoke about the threat of terrorism through the railroad system. She stated that the "No Trains Coalition" was presenting their information to 3 counties along the Treasure Coast. She asked the Board to reach out to the governor to move the 21Page Regular Meeting Tuesday, June 21, 2016 9:00 AM tracks to the west. She spoke about the projected number of trains, which pose opportunities for terrorist attacks at various crossings. Ms. Mehiel also mentioned the dangers of the hazardous materials that will be transported, including liquefied natural gas and propane. She asked the Board to reach out to FEMA based on concerns from the county's fire chief. Burt Shadden, Lookout Blvd Port St. Lucie - Mr. Shadden spoke about living near the train, and the potential issues it would raise for the coastal communities. He mentioned the issue of protecting the community against projects that are only concerned with money. He recommended creating an easement to the west or along the turnpike. Natasha Serra 1617 SE Aries Lane - Ms. Serra identified herself as a former St. Lucie County employee and addressed the Board as a resident. She spoke about transit grants for mobility management and her own experience with the subject. She indicated the potential for mobility research through All Aboard Florida and detailed several relevant grants. Ms. Serra explained the lack of transportation for medical treatment and other important needs in the community. She encouraged the Board to seek out these resources for potential funding. 7. PRESENTATIONS Non -Agenda Item: Presentation by Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Team Carol Bishop, the County Legal Assistant and team leader for the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer team addressed the Board. She explained the fundraiser, which will raise funds for the American Cancer Society. She stated that the team is trying to exceed last year's total of $9500. Ms. Bishop explained that staff will nominate others for a treasure gram, they will then spend a designated amount of time with a cardboard replica of one of the commissioners. Each day will require a dollar donation and will also enter the nominee into a raffle contest. She stated that the fund raiser will run through October 20th. Non -Agenda Item: Restoring the Village - Representative Larry Lee Jr. State Representative Larry Lee Jr. thanked the Board for their support of the "Restoring the Village" neighborhood cleanup project. He indicated that along a mile of 25th Street the homes were painted and the roadway was landscaped. He spoke about the work completed by the commissioners, county staff and St. Lucie County residents, with approximately 700 volunteers participating. Representative Lee indicated a meeting will be held on Monday June 27th at 6:45 PM at Temple on Juanita Ave to plan next year's event. He stated that "The Villages Within the Village" aims to have the community complete monthly cleanups on their streets. Commissioner Mowery commented on the weather cooperating for the event and the productivity of the day. Chairman Johnson thanked staff and everyone involved with the project for their work to improve the community. 8. CONSENT AGENDA 3 1 P a g e Regular Meeting Tuesday, June 21, 2016 9:00 AM RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Tod Mowery, District No. 2 SECONDER: Chris Dzadovsky, District No. 1, Vice -Chairman AYES: Johnson, Dzadovsky, Mowery, Lewis, Hutchinson A. WARRANTS 1. Warrant Lists 35 & 36 B. ADMINISTRATION There are no items scheduled. C. COUNTY ATTORNEY 1. Resolution - Allowing the Children's Home Society of Florida, Treasure Coast Division, a Not for Profit Corporation, the continued use of space at 4520 Selvitz Road, Fort Pierce, for the operation of a residential child care shelter for runaway and homeless children 2. Resolution - Allowing the Drug Abuse Treatment Assn., Inc., A Not For Profit Corporation, the use of space at 4590 Selvitz Road, Fort Pierce, to provide shelter and care for dependent children and children awaiting dependency adjudication 3. Melody Lane Parking Area Interlocal Agreement between City of Fort Pierce and St. Lucie County D. COMMUNITY SERVICES 1. Resolution - Modification of Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) �L�lil iWABIL i1►11.1ffit11610 There are no items scheduled. F. ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES 1. Item pulled from Consent Agenda Commissioner Hutchinson requested to pull Item F.1. from the Consent Agenda for separate discussion and vote. G. HUMAN RESOURCES There are no items scheduled. H. INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 4 1 P a g e Regular Meeting Tuesday, June 21, 2016 9:00 AM 1. Item pulled from Consent Agenda Commissioner Hutchinson requested to pull Item H.1. from the Consent Agenda for separate discussion and vote. I. MOSQUITO CONTROL & COASTAL MANAGEMENT SERVICES There are no items scheduled. J. OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT & BUDGET There are no items scheduled. K. PARKS, RECREATION & FACILITIES 1. Waiver for 2016 Chili Cook Off 2. Waiver for Back to School Event 3. Tradition Field Expansion Joint Replacement & Waterproofing Change Order #1 L. PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT SERVICES There are no items scheduled. M. PUBLIC SAFETY There are no items scheduled. N. PUBLIC WORKS 1. Additions to Stormwater Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) 2. North 2nd Street Change Order No. 12 with Mancil's Tractor Service, Inc. O. SHERIFF'S OFFICE 1. Authorization to apply for the 2016 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant JAG Local P. SOLID WASTE There are no items scheduled. Q. SUPERVISOR OF ELECTIONS There are no items scheduled. R. TRANSPORTATION PLANNING ORGANIZATION 51Page Regular Meeting Tuesday, June 21, 2016 9:00 AM There are no items scheduled. S. UTILITIES There are no items scheduled. Items Pulled from Consent Agenda F.1. - TDC/MCD Hybrid Position Commissioner Hutchinson stated her opposition of this item due to upcoming budget discussions. She felt hesitant to bring in a new position before budget forecasts. She asked for a separate vote on this item. Chairman Johnson asked for the roll to be called for this vote. RESULT: ADOPTED [4 TO 11 MOVER: Tod Mowery, District No. 2 SECONDER: Chris Dzadovsky, District No. 1, Vice -Chairman AYES: Kim Johnson, Chris Dzadovsky, Tod Mowery, Paula A. Lewis NAYS: Frannie Hutchinson H.1. - 3589 : SLC Mobile App Software Commissioner Hutchinson spoke about the mobile software being considered by the county. She asked for the Board's support of a follow-up on the project in 6 months to determine success of the software. RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Frannie Hutchinson, District No. 4 SECONDER: Tod Mowery, District No. 2 AYES: Johnson, Dzadovsky, Mowery, Lewis, Hutchinson 9. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. COUNTY ATTORNEY 1. Draft Ordinance - Referendum Slot Machines at Pari-Mutuel Facilities The County Attorney presented this item for a draft ordinance referendum to authorize slot machines a pari-mutuel facilities in St. Lucie County. He stated that if approved, there would be a question on the November 8, 2016 ballot for the purpose of determining whether slot machine gaming would be authorized at licensed pari-mutuel facilities located within St. Lucie County. He indicated that the county is authorized by Section 125.01 of Florida Statutes to hold a referendum on this issue. Staff provided a draft of the ordinance that would require the Supervisor of Elections to place the ballot question on the ordinance on the November 8, 2016 ballot. He also provided a letter from May 20, 2016 from Mr. Fetterman addressing a question raised at the Board's May 17, 2016 meeting. 6 1 P a g e Regular Meeting Tuesday, June 21, 2016 9:00 AM The County Attorney stated that the Board granted permission to advertise on May 17th and notice of intent was published in the Tribune on May 27th. Bob Raynes from the Gunster law firm addressed the Board on behalf of Fronton Holdings, LLC. He thanked the Board for the opportunity to present the initiative to authorize slot machines at pari-mutuel facilities. He emphasized that the machines would only be allowed at licensed facilities in the county. He indicated that slot machines are currently prohibited in the State of Florida outside of Broward and Miami/Dade Counties. He expressed optimism that there are changes coming in the near future that will provide the opportunity for St. Lucie County to move forward with the initiative. Mr. Raynes introduced Dave Jonas, the CEO and President of Fronton Holdings, LLC. Mr. Jonas stated that his company became the owners of Fort Pierce Jai Alai approximately 2 years ago. He spoke about their activity in the community, including working with the Boys and Girls Club and food bank. He asked the Board for the opportunity to allow the community to vote on this decision. Mr. Jonas stated that this will create construction jobs, permanent jobs and benefit current employees of Fort Pierce Jai Alai. He indicated that the facility will generate significant real estate taxes and will contribute a local share to St. Lucie County and the City of Fort Pierce. He spoke about other counties that have passed this referendum and asked the Board to allow St. Lucie County to do the same. Commissioner Dzadovsky thanked Mr. Jonas for acknowledging the revenue sharing provided to the city and county and expressed optimism over the community impact. RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Chris Dzadovsky, District No. 1, Vice -Chairman SECONDER: Frannie Hutchinson, District No. 4 AYES: Johnson, Dzadovsky, Mowery, Lewis, Hutchinson B. OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT & BUDGET 1. Resolution - Amendment to the Fiscal Year 2015-2016 Budget The Director of Management and Budget presented this item for an amendment to the Fiscal Year 2015-2016 budget. He stated this item recognizes balance forward and transfers totaling $6,305,424 and increases the annual budget to $505,776,547. He indicated that the adopted budget was $472.6 million and approved budget amendments brought that total to $499.5 million. Staff stated that this action will authorize the recognition of $4.8 million of additional balance forward and $1.4 million of transfers, and increase the amended budget to $505,767,546. Commissioner Dzadovsky asked if the transfers were mostly public safety related. The Director of Management and Budget answered that the largest transfer was associated with the White City Park/Midway Road land sale to the Florida Department of Transportation, which totaled $781,000. The County Administrator added that $300,000 is going into the fine and forfeiture fund to be transferred to the Sheriff's Office for partial funding of the STAR team. He also 71 P a g ( Regular Meeting Tuesday, June 21, 2016 9:00 AM stated that $183,000 of the transfers will go towards the debt incurred from the jail's new security system. Commissioner Dzadovsky asked about the Motorola radio upgrade. The County Director of Management and Budget stated that this project was included in the amendments made earlier in the year. Commissioner Hutchinson asked about the sale of the property on Midway Road and asked if that money was going into the general fund or would be invested back into the area. Staff clarified that money will be isolated for the Parks Department for improvements at White City Park. RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Frannie Hutchinson, District No. 4 SECONDER: Tod Mowery, District No. 2 AYES: Johnson, Dzadovsky, Mowery, Lewis, Hutchinson 10. REGULAR AGENDA A. PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT SERVICES 1. Islamorada Beer Company Letter of Intent The County Business Navigator presented this letter of intent from Islamorada Beer Company. He spoke about the history of the craft brewery and the growth it has experienced since 2014. He stated that because of their growth, the brewery will be moving to St. Lucie County and creating 10 new jobs. Staff indicated that Islamorada Beer Company will be investing $3.9 million into their new brewery. He asked the Board to authorize the Chairman to send a letter of intent for a Job Growth Investment Grant in the amount of $16,500 payable over 2 years and an Ad Valorem Tax Exemption for an estimated amount of $89,420 phased over 4 years. The County Business Navigator indicated that these efforts would be performance based. He introduced Tyrone Bradley, the President and Executive Officer of Islamorada Beer Company. Mr. Bradley explained the restrictions his company faces at their current facilities. He expressed excitement at living in the area and bringing his company to Fort Pierce. He said the brewery should be running in approximately 1.5 months and plans to add 25 new jobs in the next 2 years. RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Chris Dzadovsky, District No. 1, Vice -Chairman SECONDER: Frannie Hutchinson, District No. 4 AYES: Johnson, Dzadovsky, Mowery, Lewis, Hutchinson 2. A-1 Roof Trusses Letter of Intent The County Business Navigator presented this letter of intent from A-1 Roof Trusses. He spoke about the company's service to the State of Florida since 1977. He detailed the goals of creating 50 new jobs and investing $1.5 million into a new administrative office 8 1 P a g e Regular Meeting Tuesday, June 21, 2016 9:00 AM building and other improvements on their property. Staff asked the Board to authorize the Chairman to send a letter of intent for a Job Growth Investment Grant in the amount of $44,550 payable over 2 years and an Ad Valorem Tax Exemption for an estimated amount of $53,652 phased over 6 years. The County Business Navigator introduced Mike Ruede, the Executive Vice President of A-1 Roof Trusses. He spoke about his experience with the company and the hardships endured from the economic downturn. Mr. Ruede explained the efforts to build the company back up and the progressive growth leading to a projected $30 million this year and 21% growth in number of employees. Commissioner Dzadovsky thanked Mr. Ruede for his commitment to expanding manufacturing in St. Lucie County. Commissioner Lewis spoke about her memories of A-1 Roof Trusses and expressed excitement that the company is back up and running. She congratulated him for turning things around. Chairman Johnson addressed the benefit of persevering through the difficult times and thanked Mr. Ruede for creating opportunities in the county. The County Business Navigator spoke about the diversity of companies that he has worked with and the benefits they bring to the county. RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Chris Dzadovsky, District No. 1, Vice -Chairman SECONDER: Tod Mowery, District No. 2 AYES: Johnson, Dzadovsky, Mowery, Lewis, Hutchinson 11. ANNOUNCEMENTS A. County offices will be closed on Monday, July 4, 2016 to observe Independence Day. B. The Board of County Commissioners will hold a Regular Board meeting on July 5, 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 Meeting on July 12, 2016 at 9 am in Conference Room #3. D. The Board of County Commissioners Regular Board meeting on July 19, 2016, has been rescheduled to July 26, 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. 91Page