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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 08.16.2016S■TkaL■(di 1 E COUNTY F L o R r D A BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS ST. LUCIE COUNTY, FLORIDA Regular Meeting August 16, 2016 Convened: 9:00 AM Adjourned: 9:33 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 Mark Satterlee Deputy Administrator Present 9:00 AM Daniel S. McIntyre County Attorney Present 9:00 AM Heather Young 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 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 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 811912016 4:24 PM Regular Meeting Tuesday, August 16, 2016 9:00 AM 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. Board of County Commissioners minutes for the meeting of Tuesday, July 26, 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, August 02, 2016 RESULT: ACCEPTED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Tod Mowery, District No. 2 SECONDER: Chris Dzadovsky, District No. 1, Vice -Chairman AYES: Johnson, Dzadovsky, Mowery, Lewis, Hutchinson S. PROCLAMATIONS APPROVAL There are no items scheduled. 6. PUBLIC COMMENT (excluding Public Hearing items) Mark Gotz, Magnolia Lakes Port St. Lucie - Mr. Gotz addressed the Board on the $5 million airport project. He spoke about the $2.5 million received in federal funds and indicated that the remainder of the money would be coming from St. Lucie County residents. He suggested the Board find a partner for the project that would be able to run the operation and contribute. He spoke about the vacant buildings in St. Lucie County. Mr. Gotz stated that there should not be any construction until there is a contract on the property. He also spoke about the proposed half cent sales tax. He expressed his feelings that the tax was not being presented to the citizens properly. Mr. Gotz stated that the tax revenues would be used for other items such as "economic development". He emphasized the priorities of safety, water and sewer, and roadways for the county. He asked the Board why the funds allocated to transportation from last year's budget were not used to expand the roads. Commissioner Hutchinson clarified that the current airport project on the agenda is for the renovations to the customs office, and not the proposed hangar. She also spoke about the budget and indicated that those funds were already allocated to projects such as Midway Road and Indrio Road. Commissioner Dzadovsky stated that the priorities of the half cent sales tax would be roads, water and sewer, and septic. He stated that the water and sewer projects would provide economic opportunity in the community. He said that improved water quality will increase the economic viability of the county. 2 1 P a g E Regular Meeting Tuesday, August 16, 2016 9:00 AM Commissioner Lewis added that the proposed sales tax would be used for 3 main areas: infrastructure, public safety, and water quality. She said the spending will follow a specific list of projects and a citizen's advisory group will oversee the spending. Chairman Johnson emphasized the importance of keeping citizens involved in the process. 7. PRESENTATIONS A. Summer of Success Program - Jodi Hessing, Youth Program Coordinator, CareerSource Research Coast Jodi Hessing, the Youth Program Coordinator from CareerSource Research Coast presented the results of the Summer of Success Program. She presented pictures of the participants and their involvement in the community. Ms. Hessing presented the statistics from the program, including 115 youth enrolled and 107 youth completing work experience. Ms. Hessing introduced Daisy, a recent graduate who completed her experience as an intern with the school district. She indicated that the youth enrolled in the program completed an average of 190 work hours and earned an average of $1,680 during the 8 week program. Ms. Hessing introduced representatives from some of the employers who participated, including the Boys and Girls Club, St. Lucie County School District and the St. Lucie County Board of County Commissioners. She also presented a budget summary and noted the largest difference was the cost of insuring youth that were participating in labor positions. She stated that the Kind donation was increased to meet their goals. A video of the celebration event for the youth was shown to the Board. Ms. Hessing added that 60% of the youth enrolled in the program came from the Roundtable of St. Lucie County focus programs and 6 of the program graduates were from the Restoring the Village Youth Initiative program. Commissioner Dzadovsky asked how employers can contact CareerSource to participate next year. She answered that their website is the best way: www.careersource.com/youth. She stated that there are referral forms on the website. Commissioner Dzadovsky asked about the pre -apprenticeship program, Ms. Hessing said there will be open house on August 31st from 4 to 6 PM at the Green Collar Task Force building to learn about the program that will begin in October. Chairman Johnson thanked Ms. Hessing and CareerSource as well as the school board for organizing the program. He spoke about the importance of allowing young people to "test drive" a job in order to realize their potential and his own experience with a similar program. He introduced the Youth Program Specialist, and commended his involvement in the program. 8. CONSENT AGENDA 3 1 P a g E Regular Meeting Tuesday, August 16, 2016 9:00 AM RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Chris Dzadovsky, District No. 1, Vice -Chairman SECONDER: Tod Mowery, District No. 2 AYES: Johnson, Dzadovsky, Mowery, Lewis, Hutchinson A. WARRANTS 1. Warrant Lists 43 & 44 B. ADMINISTRATION 1. Custom's Renovation Change Order No. 05 C. COUNTY ATTORNEY 1. Revocable License Agreement - River Park - Unit 9 - Conte - 141 NE Penlynn Avenue - Parcel ID 3419-570-0115-000-6 2. County Owned Tax Certificates - Permission to Initiate Tax Deed Application Process 3. South Causeway Park - Public Purpose Lease Agreement - State of Florida Department of Transportation - public parking and a building for storage of maintenance equipment 4. Permission to Advertise - Weight Limits on Gordy Road Bridge over Ten Mile Creek 5. Ninth Amended Agreement between St. Lucie County and Satellite Tracking of People, LLC (S.T.O.P.) D. COMMUNITY SERVICES 1. Resolution - Continuum of Care Grant (formerly Shelter Plus Care) Renewal FL03101-41-1091507 Vets 2. Resolution - Continuum of Care Grant (formerly Shelter Plus Care) Renewal FL03971-41-1091505 Chronic 3. Hardest Hit Fund (HHF) Principal Reduction Program (PRP) Contract Renewal and Amendment E. COURT ADMINISTRATION There are no items scheduled. ��i►AIL'%]i,1��i1��1i1�.i���1�1.T�� 1. Use of proceeds from Program Fees and Reimbursements for training and grounds maintenance 4 1 P a g e Regular Meeting Tuesday, August 16, 2016 9:00 AM G. HUMAN RESOURCES 1. 2017 Employee Benefit Changes 2. Corizon Inmate Health Care 2015-2016 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 Qualifications (RFQ) No. 16-034, Professional Geotechnical Engineering and Construction Material Testing Services - Continuing Contracts 2. Request for Proposal (RFP) No. 16-021, Security Infrastructure and Support Services K. PARKS, RECREATION & FACILITIES 1. Waiver of Fenn Center Facility Rental Fees for Ask -a -Lawyer Event L. PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT SERVICES There are no items scheduled. M. PUBLIC SAFETY There are no items scheduled. N. PUBLIC WORKS 1. North 2nd Street Change Order No. 13 with Mancil's Tractor Service, Inc. 2. North 2nd Street Change Order No. 14 with Mancil's Tractor Service, Inc. 3. Award Bid No. 16-041 - Prima Vista Blvd. over St. Lucie River Bridge Approach Work 4. Award Bid No. 16-044 - Juanita Avenue Sidewalk (41st Street to Sheraton Plaza) Commissioner Dzadovsky commented on this item and spoke about the long process to get this project completed. He commented that it is an excellent step towards making the roads safer for the families in the area. 5. Special Assessment Notice of Intents for 2016 51 Regular Meeting Tuesday, August 16, 2016 9:00 AM 6. Paradise Park Final Phase (System 1) Stormwater Design Services - Kimley-Horn & Associates C14-11-666 Work Authorization No. 01 Commissioner Dzadovsky commented on this final phase project. He commended county staff and all departments involved for their work to remove contaminants from the water. O. SHERIFF'S OFFICE 1. Authorization to submit an application for the 2016 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance - (Precipitous Emergency Funding) Grant P. SOLID WASTE 1. Bid Waiver and Sole Source Determination FY 16-17 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 - Human Trafficking Awareness The Assistant County Attorney presented this public hearing for a proposed ordinance regarding human trafficking awareness signs. She stated that Section 787.29 of Florida Statutes, requires that DOT post these signs in rest stops, turnpike plazas, weigh stations, airports, rail stations, and welcome centers which are open to the public. She added that general acute care hospitals which have emergency rooms are also required to post those signs. The signs must also be posted in businesses which offer massage or bodywork services and adult entertainment establishments. She added that businesses owned by health care professionals, such as a chiropractor or licensed massage therapist are excluded. The statute also provides the counties can adopt ordinances to require that the signs be posted in massage businesses and the adult entertainment businesses. She continued, the Treasure Coast Human Trafficking Coalition has requested that the Board consider adopting an ordinance which would enforce that provision. 6 1 P a g e Regular Meeting Tuesday, August 16, 2016 9:00 AM Chairman Johnson opened the hearing to the public. Brenda Montoya, St. Lucie County resident - Ms. Montoya introduced herself as a member of Soroptimist of St. Lucie County. She stated that the organization has been working on this mandate for a long time. She indicated that there are 8 other counties who have passed this ordinance and 3 counties are in the process. She spoke about the support for this effort in St. Lucie County. Ms. Montoya stated that Florida ranks 3rd in human trafficking with over 1,000 calls to DCF regarding potential cases of child trafficking in 2013-2014. She listed other statistics for the state, including 2,039 total cases and 3,431 victims since June 30, 2016. She thanked the Board for their support. Commissioner Dzadovsky commented on raising awareness of this issue, especially with the high number of tourists that travel through the state. Commissioner Mowery spoke about the Association of Counties and their promotional efforts on this topic. He also spoke about the success in Palm Beach County since passing this ordinance. RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Chris Dzadovsky, District No. 1, Vice -Chairman SECONDER: Paula A. Lewis, District No. 3 AYES: Johnson, Dzadovsky, Mowery, Lewis, Hutchinson 10. REGULAR AGENDA A. COUNTY ATTORNEY 1. Resolution - A resolution in support of Senator Joe Negron's plans to pursue funding to add 120 billion gallons of new water storage south of Lake Okeechobee The County Attorney presented this item for a proposed resolution to support Senator Joe Negron's solutions for the Lake Okeechobee discharges. He indicated that some Board members attended the Senator's presentation and learned about his plan. County staff used the information they received from Senator Negron's office to draft a resolution to support the plan. The County Attorney stated that the specific parcels of land will be identified and the current goal is to find storage to the south of Lake Okeechobee to keep it out of the lagoon. Commissioner Dzadovsky commended Senator Negron for moving forward with this significant effort. Chairman Johnson agreed that this is a step in the right direction. RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Frannie Hutchinson, District No. 4 SECONDER: Chris Dzadovsky, District No. 1, Vice -Chairman AYES: Johnson, Dzadovsky, Mowery, Lewis, Hutchinson 11. ANNOUNCEMENTS 7I Regular Meeting Tuesday, August 16, 2016 9:00 AM A. The Board of County Commissioners will hold a Regular Board meeting on September 6, 2016 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 two Budget Hearings, on September 8th and 22nd respectively, as they consider and adopt the annual budget for FY2016/2017. Both hearings will be begin at 6:00pm and will be held 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 September 13, 2016 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 Board meeting on September 20, 2016 at 9am in the Commission Chambers of the Roger Poitras Administration Annex located at 2300 Virginia Avenue, Fort Pierce, FL. E. The St. Lucie County Master Gardeners will be holding their Fall Family Fest & Plant Sale with a scavenger hunt, games, crafts and fun on Saturday, October 8, 2016 from Sam - 2pm at 8400 Picos Rd., Ft. Pierce, FL. Please call (772) 462-1660 for more information 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. 8 1 P a g e