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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 02.03.2015S■TkaL■(di 1 E COUNTY F L o R I D A BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS ST LUCIE COUNTY, FLORIDA Regular Meeting February 3, 2015 Convened: 6:00 PM Adjourned: 6:52 PM I. CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 6:00 PM by District No. 3, Chair Paula A. Lewis Attendee Name 0 Title District No. 3, Chair District No. 5, Vice -Chair District No. 1 District No. 4 Status Arrived Paula A. Lewis Present 6:00 PM Kim Johnson Present 6:00 PM Chris Dzadovsky Present 6:00 PM Frannie Hutchinson Present 6:00 PM Tod Mowery District No. 2 Present 6:00 PM Daniel S. McIntyre County Attorney Present 16:00 PM Howard Tipton Administrator Present 6:00 PM Bob Bentkofsky Deputy Administrator Present 6:00 PM Katherine Barbieri Asst. County Attorney Present 6:00 PM Edward Matthews Parks, Recreation & Facilities Director Present 6:00 PM Don West Public Works Director Present 6:00 PM Laurie Waldie Utility Director Present 6:00 PM Beth Ryder Community Services Director Present 6:00 PM Sue Korunow Clerk to the Board Present 6:00 PM Generated 411512015 11:59 AM Regular Meeting Tuesday, February 3, 2015 6:00 PM II. INVOCATION III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE IV. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES Board of County Commissioners minutes for the meeting of Tuesday, January 20, 2015 RESULT: ACCEPTED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Tod Mowery, District No. 2 SECONDER: Kim Johnson, District No. 5, Vice -Chair AYES: Lewis, Johnson, Dzadovsky, Hutchinson, Mowery V. PUBLIC COMMENT (excluding Public Hearing items) Ingrid Van Heckan, 304 Anchorway, Fort Pierce, FL 34946 - Came to discuss several things, the first being "All Aboard Florida Not". She stated she was concerned about the delays feels that "we the people are not important." She asked the Board to forward copies of the Draft Environmental Impact Statement to the new head of FDOT so he can see this municipality makes it clear, we have made clear, we do not want All Aboard Florida. In addition the resolutions passed states no public money can be used to fund the project yet come to find out tax money is being spent towards the private enterprise without oversight from any government entity. Secondly, she wanted to discuss the 90% licensing agreement plan that should be coming due. She urged the County not to sign the agreement stating if they signed the agreement it would make it impossible for the small communities to fight against it. Commissioner Lewis stated the Draft Environmental Impact Statement was sent in separately and was sent on time she they were looking at March as the deadline for the 90% Plans. She invited Ms. Van Heckan to contact any one of the Commissioners with questions she might have on the matter. Mark Bryant, 1002 SE Pinewood Trail, Port St. Lucie, FL - Speaking tonight about an article he read in the newspaper about the new County Administrator and how he's looking to North County and St. Lucie County as improvements because that's where job opportunities are. He noted while researching Mr. Tipton he found he had a reputation for being a turnaround artist. He did it in Brevard County and he sees it no differently here in St. Lucie County. From what he's observed already in the past three months Mr. Tipton's already tackling the airport because he sees it as an economic engine. The north section of the county as well as the City of Fort Pierce have been hurting for quite some time, Port St. Lucie has been doing okay on it's own but with the county growing in the last decade, jobs have not come with it. He encouraged the County Administrator to keep up the good work and said we need to create a "buzz" for the Port and the airport to get everyone onboard to get jobs up in the area. He encouraged the County Administrator to work with Larry Lee to try to get finances allocated to the Port. Richard Silvestri, 5708 Buchanan Drive, Fort Pierce - Provided a copy of an article from National Geographic titled "Treading Water" which discusses the plight of Florida's rising seas. He provided a second article entitled Power Play: Political Influence of Florida's Top Energy Corporations which he stated was a real eye opener about the political influence of the 5 electric utilities. He noted John Englander, the author of a book titled 2 1 P a g e Regular Meeting Tuesday, February 3, 2015 6:00 PM "High Tide on Main Street," would be at Harbour Branch speaking about Sea Level Rise and encouraged everyone to attend. Richard Neil, Attorney, 311 S. 2nd Street - Here representing Southern Fruit Groves and Mabel Groves who own property in western county off of Range Line Road. They asked him to appear today as a representative in favor of the first amendment to the settlement agreement pertaining to the McCarty Ranch annexation, Item A on the Regular Agenda. He stated that he doesn't feel it's very controversial then gave a brief explanation which noted his clients were not involved in the settlement agreement. They read about it in the newspaper and realized the settlement agreement contained a provision that affected his clients property. They got involved at that point and had to go to court with the City but now with the resolution/amended settlement agreement which removes any implication that their property is governed by the agreement, it's what they were looking for. They are in favor of the amendment with the changes, he encouraged the Board to approve the amendment. Marjorie Harrell, Fort Pierce - Came and talked about County Administrator stating he was one fantastic man and great he is and what a great job he is doing. She also offered her assistance with things in the neighborhood if needed. County Administrator thanked Ms. Harrell for the compliments and followed them up with the statement that it's a team effort and we've all be working together, it takes a team to do any of this but he appreciates the support. John Arena, Fort Pierce - Everyone has a piece of the information pie, the less they have, the more they think they know. Democracy is losing ground in Europe, in order for democracy to work, people have to stand up for what they believe in. Things don't improve overnight, the trend is the important thing and that takes some perseverance. Disposable batteries cause environmental pollution. Some contain toxic chemicals such as mercury and cadmium which leak, polluting ground water and surface water which eventually drains into the Indian River Lagoon. I use Duracell rechargeable batteries. I have been doing swimming practicing in the Lagoon at Jaycee Park for more than 30 years now, last year I almost got run over by two small sailboats and an outboard. Also, they were testing an outboard at the beach using too much fuel and I had to swim through a smoke screen twice, I guess they think they own that part of the Lagoon. My information is that locals who have wanted cargo port expansion in Fort Pierce for more than 50 years now are making another push and are willing to let the public pay for building and maintaining it. In my mind it is an absurd idea that apparently doesn't want to go away. Ignore the facts and move forward seems to be their mantra. It took 12 years for the earth's population to go from 6 billion people to 7 billion people this is not sustainable. Commissioner Dzadovsky noted the landfill does collect the batteries instead of throwing them away so that is a viable option. VI. PROCLAMATIONS APPROVAL 1. Proclamation - Proclaiming Friday, February 13, 2015 as "NIGHT TO SHINE PROM NIGHT" in St. Lucie County, Florida Commissioner Lewis presented Pastor Dave Zoerhof with the proclamation and he introduced Agnes Palmer and Nicky Cresbow who are part of the team selected to put on the event. He 3 1 P a g E Regular Meeting Tuesday, February 3, 2015 6:00 PM explained the importance of the event and how special it will be to the individuals who will attend. RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Kim Johnson, District No. 5, Vice -Chair SECONDER: Frannie Hutchinson, District No. 4 AYES: Lewis, Johnson, Dzadovsky, Hutchinson, Mowery 2. RES-2015-10 : PROC - February 2015 as "BLACK HISTORY MONTH" Commissioner Lewis provided Marjorie Harrell with the resolution proclaiming February 2015 as "Black History Month." Ms. Harrell announced they are celebrating the African American Black Arts Festival on February 21 then stated she was going to ask the Commissioners to declare February as a month for peace, justice and healing. Stating we all need to do something good for somebody else, give somebody a hug, you never know when a man needs a hug, because you never know when you touch somebody and it makes a difference. She stated that's why she does the things she does. She introduced Mr. Buford with Sort Outreach Mentoring and Resource Center who works in the community with the youth, gangs, juvenile systems dropouts and single parent homes. They also have multiple mentors and go into the schools. He noted he and Commissioner Johnson went to school together and he had actually joined a gang at one time but he went to the Air Force for 4 years and turned his life around became a firefighter/paramedic and recognized his own community needed positive mentors so he came back home and started working with the outreach center. Ms. Harrell commented on how great it is that they have got businesses to pay for transportation, food and movie tickets to take kids to see the movie Selma noting Commissioner Mowery came to her home spear heading the effort. She said they are going to talk with them before and after the movie to explain things because it's a very moving show and they will need to talk about it. Commissioner Johnson took a moment to talk about history stating the past is an opportunity for us to learn from it. He also stated we also should have expectations and admirations, you must admire those who challenge themselves to solve problems that others were unable to solve before them and you should also have the expectation of knowing that those that come behind you have to go farther than you. He stated when you think about Black History, he wants every young African American to realize that history is not there for you to just look at, it's there for you to make. He stated we appreciate this opportunity to celebrate Black History Month but also to celebrate each other in love, in healing, and in justice by taking care of each other. 4 1 P a g e Regular Meeting Tuesday, February 3, 2015 6:00 PM RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Chris Dzadovsky, District No. 1 SECONDER: Kim Johnson, District No. 5, Vice -Chair AYES: Lewis, Johnson, Dzadovsky, Hutchinson, Mowery VII. PRESENTATIONS SLCTV Video Grant Program- Erick Gill, Public Information Manager Erick Gill provided background information on the SLCTV Video Grant Program, it's past winners, the eligibility requirements and how the applications are scored. He highlighted Habitat for Humanity, a previous winner and their application which highlighted their ReStore's. He noted applicants don't have to come with a prepared script because that's something they will work with the applicants on and develop together once they've been awarded the grant. He noted the deadline for the grant had been moved from 1st Monday in February to Monday, March 2nd this year to give more time for the applicants to get their information together after the holidays. Applications are available on the County website at the following link http://www.stlucieco.gov/pdfs/SLCTV_Production_Grant_2015.pdf and if anyone had any questions they could call his office at 772.462.6421. He introduced last years winner from the Big Brothers Big Sisters, Kelly Chicavera, who spoke on how wonderful the opportunity had been she noted it was wonderful to have received the grant and have it coincide with Big Brothers Big Sisters 30th Year Anniversary. At this time Mr. Gill played the commercial created for the group for the Board. VIII. CONSENT AGENDA RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Tod Mowery, District No. 2 SECONDER: Kim Johnson, District No. 5, Vice -Chair AYES: Lewis, Johnson, Dzadovsky, Hutchinson, Mowery A. WARRANTS Warrant List Number 16 B. ADMINISTRATION Re -appointments to the Treasure Coast Education & Research Development Authority Board C. COUNTY ATTORNEY 5 1 P a g e Regular Meeting Tuesday, February 3, 2015 6:00 PM 1. First Amendment to the Amended and Restated Recreation Facilities Mutual Use Agreement C98-05-564 2. Donation of County Right -of -Way to Florida Department of Transportation - Indrio Road D. COMMUNITY SERVICES There are no items scheduled. E. COURT ADMINISTRATION There are no items scheduled. F. ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES There are no items scheduled. G. HUMAN RESOURCES Corizon Invoices for HIV Medications for Oct -Nov 2014 H. MOSQUITO CONTROL & COASTAL MGMT. SERVICES There are no items scheduled. I. OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT & BUDGET There are no items scheduled. J. PARKS, RECREATION & FACILITIES 1. Waiver of Fenn Center Facility Rental Fees for Ask -a -Lawyer Event 2. Bid Award for Upgrade of Electrical Panels at the St. Lucie County Fairgrounds 3. Energy Savings Performance Contracting - Feasibility Study Authorization K. PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT SERVICES There are no items scheduled. L. PUBLIC SAFETY & COMMUNICATIONS There are no items scheduled. M. PUBLIC WORKS 6 1 P a g e Regular Meeting Tuesday, February 3, 2015 6:00 PM 1. New Port Entrance 2nd Street - Amendment No. 2 to Joint Participation Agreement with FDOT 2. Budget Resolution for Supplemental No. 2 to Joint Participation Agreement with FDOT - New Port Entrance - 2nd Street N. SHERIFF'S OFFICE There are no items scheduled. O. SOLID WASTE There are no items scheduled. P. SUPERVISOR OF ELECTIONS There are no items scheduled. Q. TRANSPORTATION PLANNING ORGANIZATION Federal Metropolitan Planning (PL) - Third Authorization of Funding There are no items scheduled. IX. PUBLIC HEARINGS There are no items scheduled. X. REGULAR AGENDA A. COUNTY ATTORNEY McCarty Ranch Annexation - First Amendment to Settlement Agreement County Attorney provided background information on the McCarty Ranch Annexation outlining the proposed Settlement Agreement with the City of Port St. Lucie, the proposed amendments by Southern and Mabel Grove and the City's were brought forward to clarify information stated in the original agreement. County Staff does not object to either of the proposed clarifications. Staff recommended the Board approve the First Amendment to the Settlement Agreement and authorize the Chair to sign the First Amendment. 7 1 P a g e Regular Meeting Tuesday, February 3, 2015 6:00 PM Commissioner Lewis called for the vote; Commissioner Mowery moved to approve the First Amendment to the Settlement Agreement; Commissioner Johnson seconded. At this time Commissioner asked for confirmation from County Attorney that the conditions that were part of the original contract would remain intact should the sale of the property go through. County Attorney confirmed if the sale of the Southern and Mabel Groves properties were to go through the same conditions would apply. At this time Commissioner Lewis called the roll and the motion passed unanimously. RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Tod Mowery, District No. 2 SECONDER: Kim Johnson, District No. 5, Vice -Chair AYES: Lewis, Johnson, Dzadovsky, Hutchinson, Mowery XI. ANNOUNCEMENTS 1. The Board of County Commissioners will hold an Informal Meeting on February 10, 2015 at 9 am in Conference Room #3. 2. County offices will be closed on Monday, February 16, 2015 to observe Presidents' Day. 3. The Board of County Commissioners will hold a Regular Board meeting on February 17, 2015 at 9:00 a.m. in the County Commission Chambers of the Roger Poitras Administration Annex located at 2300 Virginia Avenue, Fort Pierce, FL. 4. The 50th Annual St. Lucie County Fair will take place February 27-March 8, 2015 at the St. Lucie County Fairgrounds, 15601 West Midway Road, Fort Pierce. For details visit: www.stluciecountyfair.org. 5. The New York Mets kick off their Spring Training Season at Tradition Field in Port St. Lucie on Monday, March 6, 2015 vs. Detroit Tigers at 1:10 p.m. Home games run through April 1, 2015 with games vs. the Florida Marlins, New York Yankees, Boston Red Sox, St. Louis Cardinals, Houston Astros, Detroit Tigers and others. Tickets are on sale now, call (772) 871-2115 or visit www.traditionfield.com. XII. MOTION TO ADJOURN There being no further business to be brought before the Board, the meeting was adjourned. 8 1 P a g e Regular Meeting Tuesday, February 3, 2015 6:00 PM I A.aulaA�wis,Dis rictNo. 3, Chair 2/3/2 15 Joseph E. Smith Clerk of Circuit Court 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. 9 1 P a g e