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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
ST. LUCIE COUNTY, FLORIDA
Regular Meeting
November 15, 2016 Convened: 9:00 AM
Adjourned: 10:12 AM
1. CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order at 9:00 AM by District No. 5, Chairman Kim Johnson
Attendee Name
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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
Absent
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
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
Laurie Waldie
Utility 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
Shai Francis
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
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INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. Board of County Commissioners minutes for the meeting of Tuesday, November 01, 2016
RESULT:
ACCEPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER:
Chris Dzadovsky, District No. 1, Vice -Chairman
SECONDER:
Paula A. Lewis, District No. 3
AYES:
Kim Johnson, Chris Dzadovsky, Paula A. Lewis, Frannie Hutchinson
ABSENT:
Tod Mowery
PROCLAMATIONS APPROVAL
A. Resolution - Proclaiming the month of November 2016 as "National Adoption Awareness
Month" in St. Lucie County, Florida.
RESULT:
ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER:
Paula A. Lewis, District No. 3
SECONDER:
Frannie Hutchinson, District No. 4
AYES:
Kim Johnson, Chris Dzadovsky, Paula A. Lewis, Frannie Hutchinson
ABSENT:
Tod Mowery
B. Resolution - Proclaiming the month of November 2016 as "National Runaway Prevention
Month" in St. Lucie County, Florida.
Frank Avilla, Adoption Marketing Specialist with Children's Home Society of Florida accepted
the proclamation for "National Runaway Prevention Month in St. Lucie County" as well as the
previous proclamation for "National Adoption Awareness Month in St. Lucie County". He
thanked the Board for their support throughout the year. Mr. Avilla stated that he previously
ran the "Safe Place" program, which offers a place for children to get off the streets quickly if
needed and the WaveCREST shelter. He also spoke about the success of the adoption program,
which saw 199 adoptions in the last fiscal year and aims to reach 131 for the current year. Mr.
Avilla invited everyone to attend the National Adoption Day Celebration on Saturday November
19th from 10am to 1pm at Langford Park in Jensen Beach. He also stated that Children's Home
Society can be contacted at 772-429-2001 for information about the adoption process. Mr.
Avilla thanked the Board and coordinating agencies for their work with his organization.
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RESULT:
ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER:
Frannie Hutchinson, District No. 4
SECONDER:
Paula A. Lewis, District No. 3
AYES:
Kim Johnson, Chris Dzadovsky, Paula A. Lewis, Frannie Hutchinson
ABSENT:
Tod Mowery
C. Resolution - Proclaiming November 18 and 19, 2016 as "Buddy Bear Weekend" in St. Lucie
County, Florida.
Evie Klaassen, Buddy Bear Event Sponsor and owner of Colorado Pawn & Jewelry accepted the
proclamation. Ms. Klaassen thanked the Board and spoke about the Buddy Bear Weekend
event. She stated that admission to the event is $5 or a donated teddy bear. She spoke about
the impact of providing a child with a teddy bear in their time of need.
Commissioner Dzadovsky asked how people may contact the organization for donations or
volunteer opportunities.
Ms. Klaassen said information is available at beddybearweekend.com.
Commissioner Lewis mentioned her personal story regarding her son receiving a teddy bear at
the hospital. She expressed gratitude towards the organization that provided the teddy bear
and indicated that she still has the teddy bear today.
RESULT:
ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER:
Chris Dzadovsky, District No. 1, Vice -Chairman
SECONDER:
Paula A. Lewis, District No. 3
AYES:
Kim Johnson, Chris Dzadovsky, Paula A. Lewis, Frannie Hutchinson
ABSENT:
Tod Mowery
D. Resolution - Proclaiming November 20, 2016 as "Retired Educators Day" in St. Lucie County,
Florida.
Olivia Watkins, Public Relations for the Retired Educators of St Lucie County accepted the
proclamation. Ms. Watkins stated that the retired educators include teachers,
paraprofessionals, administrators, custodial, clerical and food service employees,
transportation and maintenance departments. She thanked the Board for the proclamation and
indicated that the St. Lucie County unit of retired teachers received the state "Unit of
Excellence Award". Ms. Watkins recognized Mr. Rusty Grannis for achieving 820 volunteer
hours in the past year.
RESULT:
ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER:
Paula A. Lewis, District No. 3
SECONDER:
Frannie Hutchinson, District No. 4
AYES:
Kim Johnson, Chris Dzadovsky, Paula A. Lewis, Frannie Hutchinson
ABSENT:
Tod Mowery
PUBLIC COMMENT (excluding Public Hearing items)
PRESENTATIONS
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There are no items scheduled.
8. CONSENT AGENDA
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Chris Dzadovsky, District No. 1, Vice -Chairman
SECONDER: Paula A. Lewis, District No. 3
AYES: Kim Johnson, Chris Dzadovsky, Paula A. Lewis, Frannie Hutchinson
ABSENT: Tod Mowery
A. WARRANTS
1. Warrant Lists 4 & 5
B. ADMINISTRATION
1. EDC Challenge Grant Award
2. Grant Contract With Economic Development Council
3. Tradition Field Use Agreement - iVox Solutions
The Deputy County Administrator asked to amend this item to allow for additional time
to negotiate minor sections of the agreement.
C. COUNTY ATTORNEY
1. Permission to Advertise - Ordinance Amending Expert Shutter Services, Inc. Ad Valorem
Economic Development Tax Exemption
2. Rosser Branch Library - Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Friends of the St.
Lucie County Library Association, Inc.
3. Resolution - Approving Facilities Use Agreement (FUA) with St. Lucie County Toys for
Tots
4. Resolution - A resolution urging the Florida Legislature to reduce dumping of pollutants
into Florida waters and stop the use of our waterways as an unhealthy dumping site.
5. Resolution - Temporary Tipping Fee - Storm Debris - City of Port St. Lucie
6. Resolution - Budget Resolution - Accepting funds in the form of Insurance Recovery
from Employers Mutual, Inc. in the amount of $487.50 for reimbursement of defense
costs in an Inverse Condemnation Lawsuit
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7. Permission to Advertise - Postponement on the Placement of Medical Marijuana
Dispensary Facilities
Commissioner Hutchinson asked to pull this item for discussion and clarification. She
stated this item is for permission to advertise the postponement of placement of
medical marijuana dispensary facilities. She indicated that recent news stories on the
topic may have led to confusion for the public.
The Deputy County Administrator clarified that at this time the county is postponing any
action or acceptance of applications for dispensaries to allow the county time to
develop rules and regulations and find appropriate zoning for their placement. He
added that the item on the agenda today is permission to advertise, with a hearing
before the planning board and 2 hearings before the Board of County Commissioners to
follow.
Commissioner Hutchinson clarified that the issues to be discussed would include zoning
concerns, similar to businesses that sell alcohol.
Commissioner Dzadovsky asked staff if the legislature still needs to review and create
the laws that will accompany this decision by the voters.
The Deputy County Administrator answered that there is already significant legislation
about marijuana in the statues, but confirmed that there will be additional rules and
regulations.
8. Removal of Vegetative Storm Debris Caused by Hurricane Matthew
9. Funding Request for a Case Manager for Mental Health Court
10. Approve Jail Diversion Contract with New Horizons of the Treasure Coast
11. Request for Qualifications (RFQ) No. 16-052, Construction Manager at Risk for the Tax
Collector Office Building at Tradition
12. Resolution - Approving Facilities Use Agreement with WIRA Christmas Kids, Inc.
13. Resolution - Authorization for Clerk to Utilize Florida Cooperative Liquid Assets
Securities System (FLCLASS)
14. Permission to Advertise - Ordinance Amending Article III of Chapter 24 (Fire/EMS
Protection Impact Fee)
15. Emergency Work Authorization No. 2 - True North Emergency Management, LLC - Post
Hurricane Matthew Debris Management
D. COMMUNITY SERVICES
1. Friends of the Library -Donation for New Branch Library
E. COURT ADMINISTRATION
There are no items scheduled.
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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. Dori Slosberg Mini -Grant Awards
2. Removal of Fixed Assets From Inventory
K. PARKS, RECREATION & FACILITIES
1. Sword Outreach Mentoring and Resource Center's Reward and Appreciation Banquet.
2. Award of Bid No. 16-058 Pepper Park Boardwalk Renovations Project, Docks 1, 2, 4, 7
and 8 to Underwater Engineering Services, Inc. (Bid No. 16-058)
3. Trane Service Agreement - Judicial Chillers
L. PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
1. Billboard Reconstruction Agreement - Outfront Media, LLC
M. PUBLIC SAFETY
1. Resolution - Emergency Medical Services Grant (EMS)
2. E911 Viper Replacement Upgrade
N. PUBLIC WORKS
1. Lennard Road Connection to Bromeliad Circle - Accept Project
2. Award Bid No. 16-061, Supply and Installation of Sod
O. SHERIFF'S OFFICE
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1. Budget Amendment for Miscellaneous Income for budget year ended September 30,
2016
P. SOLID WASTE
1. Award of Bid No. 16-063 Electrician Services
2. Capital Lease - Articulating Off -Road Dump Truck
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. Extending the Term of the Fourth and Fifth Cent Tourism Development Tax to December
31, 2044
This item was moved after 10.A.2.
The County Attorney presented this item and stated that it is related to the previous
item, the Facilities Use Agreement between the county and Sterling Facilities Services.
He stated that part of the Facilities Use Agreement provides for upgrades to the stadium
facilities which will be funded by a combination of revenues including the county's
tourist development tax revenues. These revenues will come from the fourth and 67%
of the fifth cent tourist development taxes. He continued that the ordinance imposing
those taxes currently expires in 2023 when the existing FUA expires. The County
Attorney stated that since the bond repayment period will end in 2041, the levy of those
taxes will need to be extended through at least December 31, 2041. He stated that
because finalizing of the agreement was slightly delayed, the county will need to extend
the tax until 2042. That extension will be done at a further date. The ordinance also
amends the "Plan for Tourist Development" to provide for the extension. He indicated
that on October 12, 2016, the St. Lucie County Tourist Development Council voted to
recommend that the Board extend the term of this tax.
Commissioner Dzadovsky stated that this year is the 3rd consecutive year that tourist
development has had record returns and attributed that success to county staff and the
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Tourist Development Council. He spoke about the benefits of the additional funding to
various tourism efforts throughout the county.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Chris Dzadovsky, District No. 1, Vice -Chairman
SECONDER: Frannie Hutchinson, District No. 4
AYES: Kim Johnson, Chris Dzadovsky, Paula A. Lewis, Frannie Hutchinson
ABSENT: Tod Mowery
2. 3947 - Waiver of Contractual Relationships
This item was pulled from the agenda prior to the meeting.
OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT & BUDGET
1. Resolution - FY 2015-2016 Budget Amendment
The Director of the Office of Management and Budget presented this item. He indicated
this item revises the 2015-2016 budget to establish the fiscal year 2016 budget for
unanticipated revenue totaling $367,114. He stated that there are 2 specific items that
account for the majority of this amount; adjustments regarding unanticipated revenues
in the Transportation Trust Interlocals Fund and proceeds from loans in regards to the St
Lucie County Sustainability District Fund. Staff stated that the fiscal impact of these
adjustments results in the 2015-2016 budget being amended to a total of $509,729,597.
RESULT:
ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER:
Frannie Hutchinson, District No. 4
SECONDER:
Paula A. Lewis, District No. 3
AYES:
Kim Johnson, Chris Dzadovsky, Paula A. Lewis, Frannie Hutchinson
ABSENT:
Tod Mowery
PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
1. Ordinance - Proposed Text Amendment to the Land Development Code, Text
Amendment to the River Park — Community Overlay Zone To allow the uses of gas
stations and eating places- 1st Reading
The County Planning Manager presented this item for the first reading of the proposed
text amendment to the Land Development Code. She explained that the amendment
pertains to the River Park Community overlay zone. Staff indicated that because
membership of the Board of County Commissioners is in transition, it is recommended
that this item be continued to the meeting on December 6, 2016 at 6pm so that the
newly elected Board members will have the opportunity of both readings. The County
Planning Manager indicated that because the item was advertised, the Chair must open
the public hearing for comment.
Brad Currie with Engineering Design and Construction addressed the Board on behalf of
the applicant. He stated that this is the first of 3 applications needed to move forward
with the project, and this application is the only one that needs 2 readings. Mr. Currie
explained that there are 10 property owners involved in the project and the applicant
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has expressed the need to have this agreement approved by the end of the year. He
stated that both readings would need to be night meetings. With postponement to the
December 6th meeting for the first reading, the second reading would be delayed until
January 10th. Mr. Currie asked on behalf of the applicant to change the December 20tn
meeting to a night meeting, which will allow for the application to be approved. He
stated that the Planning and Zoning Board has supported this amendment.
Commissioner Hutchinson stated that she spoke with Mr. Currie and supports the
change to the schedule. Commissioner Dzadovsky moved for staff recommendation to
continue the item to December 6th and the addition of the condition of changing the
December 20th meeting to a night meeting. Commissioner Lewis seconded the motion
and commented that she felt it would be a detriment to not have the new Board
present for both hearings.
RESULT: CONTINUED Next: 12/6/2016 6:00 PM
10. REGULAR AGENDA
A. COUNTY ATTORNEY
1. Resolution - Capital Improvement Revenue Bonds, Series 2016A
The County Attorney presented this item for capital improvement revenue bonds. He
stated that the county's financial advisor, Mr. Glover, of Public Financial Management,
distributed a request for proposals to identify lending institutions that could provide the
county with a $1 million fixed rate, 12 year term loan for the purposes of financing the
new maintenance rehab and overhaul hanger at the Treasure Coast International
Airport. The county received 4 proposals from the following firms: Pinnacle Public
Finance, Signature Public Funding, CenterState Bank, and JP Morgan Chase. Mr. Glover
summarized those proposals and a copy was provided to the Board. The County
Attorney state that after the proposals were opened, the county identified the need to
borrow an additional $2 million for other capital projects related to the port and airport.
PFM, as indicated in Mr. Glover's memorandum, recommends selecting CenterState
Bank as the loan provider for this bond based on the interest rate and favorable terms
provided in their proposal. The memorandum is dated November 2, 2016. Staff attached
a copy of a bond resolution and loan agreement prepared by the county's bond counsel,
which provides for the issuance of these bonds secured by the county's covenant to
budget and appropriate and sets forth the general terms, conditions and covenants
applicable to these bonds. He stated that this is not secured by general obligation or ad
valorem tax revenues. The County Attorney reviewed the financial impact, with an
interest rate of 2.18% and 12 year term of the financing, the annual debt service
payments would be approximately $290,000. He stated there is funding available in the
debt service reserve account.
Commissioner Hutchinson asked for clarification regarding the use of these funds. She
asked if they would be used at the airport and the port for capital improvements.
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Staff confirmed that statement was true.
RESULT:
ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER:
Chris Dzadovsky, District No. 1, Vice -Chairman
SECONDER:
Paula A. Lewis, District No. 3
AYES:
Kim Johnson, Chris Dzadovsky, Paula A. Lewis, Frannie Hutchinson
ABSENT:
Tod Mowery
2. Facilities Use Agreement between the SFS (N.Y. Mets) and St. Lucie County
This item was moved before item 9.Public Hearings.
The County Attorney provided background on this item, explaining that the county
entered into an agreement with the New York Mets in June, 1986. With the first spring
training game being played in March, 1988. He stated that the term of its original
agreement was 15 years. A further agreement was entered in 2003 that extended the
term through 2018 and in 2011 the term was extended further and currently expires in
2023.
The County Administrator explained the on -going conversation to extend the
relationship into the future. He stated that the county is building upon the non -binding
term sheet that was approved by the Board on May 10, 2016. Using the term sheet as a
basis for further negotiations, the parties have negotiated a Facilities Use Agreement.
He covered the key areas of the agreement:
• 25 year term
• $60 million bond deal that included $55 million in new
construction/renovations. The existing $5.4 million debt will be refinanced
and the Mets will assume the obligation to pay that debt service.
• State of Florida participation of $20 million over 20 years is an important part
of the application.
• Over a 25 year term, looking at the proposed total cost of ownership which
includes debt as well as operations and maintenance and repair and
rehabilitation, the county will pay $87 million or 53%, the Mets will pay $58
million or 35%, and the state will pay $20 million or 12%. This creates a
balanced partnership.
• As set forth in Exhibit M of the Facilities Use Agreement, the Mets have
agreed to substantially increase their advertising in St Lucie County and in
the New York market. The Mets have estimated that the value of this
increased tourism effort is approximately $400,000 a year. The County
Administrator added that an amendment will be made to correct the current
language which states Port St Lucie, rather than St Lucie County.
• As far as a return on investment, the county contracted with the University
of Michigan to perform an updated study of the economic impacts attributed
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to the St Lucie County Sports Complex. Based on the updated study and
using the methodology approved by the state, the county impact from
spending totals at least $945 million over this 25 year period.
• The county will continue to maintain the sports complex, including the fields.
The County Administrator indicated that in negotiating this agreement there were
several key topics to work through. He stated that the county wanted to have the sports
complex funded through the Tourist Development Tax and increased contribution from
the Mets, to protect the general fund. He continued that a small portion is coming from
the Parks MSTU and sales tax, and that will go toward the cost of the public use ball
fields. The goal from the beginning was to protect the general fund, and staff feels that
has been accomplished. He continued that from a tourism perspective, staff believes
that the Facilities Use Agreement will substantially enhance the county's relationship
with the state's #1 tourism market, the greater New York area. Continuing this
relationship with the Mets builds on St Lucie County's brand in the northeast and will
benefit tourism for years to come. Staff stated that the economic impacts from the
construction and renovations will be significant for this project and it is a joint desire by
the county and the Mets to have as much of the work done by local companies as is
reasonably possible. This includes working with entities such as the Green Collar Task
Force.
The County Administrator continued by listing some of the improvements to be made; a
new entrance, a connector around the outfield, new practice field, Mets player
academy, little league softball complex, new major league and minor league clubhouses,
offices and locker rooms, stadium seating, and making the facilities more energy
efficient. He also summarized the critical points that will remain the same and the major
changes since the discussion in May. The changes included the agreement for the
county to continue providing and maintaining the facilities and field maintenance, the
construction program, creation of the $200,000 annual capital repair fund, strong
marketing and tourism partnership, and results of the economic impact study.
The County Administrator continued on to cover the next steps in the process if the
Facilities Use Agreement is approved. The county and the Mets will move forward with
several efforts simultaneously. Staff will work through the application process for the
state funding with the goal of having that paperwork in by the first week of December.
Next, the county will need to coordinate with its Financial Advisor and Bond Counsel to
develop a schedule and draft documents necessary to refund the county's existing
tourist development tax bond date and issue the new debt contemplated under the
facilities use agreement. He stated that the county will also need to complete the
procurement process for the project manager and architect. He indicated that with the
state's participation of $20 million and working through all the details still ahead, the
ultimate goal is to be under construction by the fall of 2017.
The County Administrator concluded that St Lucie County appreciates the New York
Mets willingness' to explore extending the relationship for the long term and looks
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forward to continue the partnership for another 25 years. He thanked the Board for
their leadership, the County Attorney, the Deputy County Administrator, Parks and
Facilities Director and Assistant Director, Parks and Stadium Venues Manager and the
Legislative Affairs Manager. He thanked staff from the Mets as well, including the
Wilpon Family, Michael Cantor, Paul Taglieri and Doug Anderson. He recommended that
the Board approve the facilities use agreement and authorize the chair to sign the
agreement subject to approval by the State of Florida funding of the project in the
amount of $20 million over a period of 20 years and subject to final review and approval
of the provisions regarding county requested improvements as well as the agreement
exhibits by the County Administrator and the County Attorney. He indicated that these
exhibits are still in progress and are unable to be completed at this step in the process.
He continued his recommendations to authorize the County Administrator to file an
application with the State of Florida Department of Economic Opportunity to secure the
$20 million dollars in state funding for the Sports Complex renovation project. The final
recommendation was to authorize the County's Financial Advisor and Bond Counsel to
begin preparing the documents necessary to refund the county's existing tourist
development tax debt and to issue new debt in an amount not to exceed $55 million
dollars.
At this time, Michael Cantor, the Special Advisor to the President of the Mets addressed
the Board. He expressed excitement and optimism over the agreement. He thanked the
Board and county staff for their work on behalf of the Mets organization. He stated that
with this deal, the Mets will have been in St Lucie County for over 50 years.
Commissioner Dzadovsky commented on the significant investment by the Mets and
thanked the team for being a financial partner with the county. Commissioner
Hutchinson commented on the formation of a marriage between the county and the
Mets due to the length of partnership. Chairman Johnson commended Mr. Cantor for
his work with the Mets organization. He spoke about the benefits of the agreement
including job creation, impact on local businesses and the addition of new ball fields for
public use.
It was moved by Commissioner Dzadovsky, seconded by Commissioner Lewis to approve
the agreement; upon roll call, motion carried unanimously.
RESULT:
ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER:
Chris Dzadovsky, District No. 1, Vice -Chairman
SECONDER:
Paula A. Lewis, District No. 3
AYES:
Kim Johnson, Chris Dzadovsky, Paula A. Lewis, Frannie Hutchinson
ABSENT:
Tod Mowery
3. Emergency Contract for Fire Remediation Services with Service Master Restore - St.
Lucie County Single Stream Recycling Building
The County Attorney presented this item. He stated that in May of this year the county
entered into a contract with Machinex to upgrade the county's single stream recycling
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facility. Unfortunately, during the upgrade an accidental fire was started by a welder
employed by Machinex, as indicated in the Fire District's report on the incident. He
continued that the fire caused substantial damage to the extent that the county is unable to
operate the facility. The anticipated loss of revenue to the county is over $250,000 per
month. Due to the significant loss of revenue, staff believes that it is appropriate for the
Board to declare an emergency and waive the bid requirements for the necessary cleanup
and repairs. The County Attorney indicated that the first step in the process is to clean the
facility to remove all evidence of fire and smoke damage. County's Solid Waste staff
solicited quotes from qualified companies to effect the cleanup and staff believes that the
best company to complete the repairs from qualifications, time of performance and cost
standpoint is Service Master Restore. Staff emphasized that because of the loss of revenue,
price is not the only factor considered. A copy of a memorandum dated November 14, 2016
with the recommendation was provided to the Board as well as the emergency contract
with Service Master Restore with a not to exceed cost of $750,000. The County Attorney
estimated that the cost will be closer to $500,000. The time of performance is estimated to
be 14 working days with 2 shifts per day. Staff believes that the county will be reimbursed
for this cost through Machinex's insurance company or the contract with Machinex which
has contractual indemnity. In addition to these options, the county has additional coverage
through loss of business interruption insurance through TRICO. The County Attorney
indicated that the repairs will be funded initially through Solid Waste reserves with the plan
to be reimbursed. Staff recommends that the Board declare an emergency and waive the
bid requirements, approve the emergency contract with Service Master Restore and
authorize the Chairman to sign the contract, and authorize funding the contract cost
through a transfer of funds from Solid Waste reserves to other contractual services, single
stream O&M, subject to subsequent reimbursement through insurance and the vendor.
Commissioner Lewis commented that the accident was very recent and the facility has only
been in service for a short period of time.
The Solid Waste Director confirmed that the accident happened on the previous Sunday.
It was moved by Commissioner Hutchinson, seconded by Commissioner Lewis to approve
the agreement; upon roll call, motion carried unanimously.
RESULT:
ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER:
Frannie Hutchinson, District No. 4
SECONDER:
Paula A. Lewis, District No. 3
AYES:
Kim Johnson, Chris Dzadovsky, Paula A. Lewis, Frannie Hutchinson
ABSENT:
Tod Mowery
11. ANNOUNCEMENTS
A. The Board of County Commissioners will hold the Annual Reorganization meeting on Tuesday,
November 22, 2016 at 9 a.m. in the Commission Chambers of the Roger Poitras Administration
Annex located at 2300 Virginia Avenue, Fort Pierce, FL.
B. County offices will be closed on Thursday, November 24, 2016 and Friday, November 25, 2016
to observe Thanksgiving.
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C. The Board of County Commissioners will hold a Regular Board meeting on December 6th, 2016
at 6 p.m. in the Commission Chambers 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 December 20th, 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.
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