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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 04.21.2015S■TkaL■(di 1 E COUNTY F L o R r D A BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS ST LUCIE COUNTY, FLORIDA Regular Meeting April 21, 2015 Convened: 9:00 AM Adjourned: 11:03 AM I. CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 9:00 AM by District No. 3, Chair Paula A. Lewis Attendee Name Title District No. 3, Chair District No. 5, Vice -Chair District No. 1 District No. 4 Status Arrived Paula A. Lewis Present 9:00 AM Kim Johnson Present 9:00 AM Chris Dzadovsky Present 9:00 AM Frannie Hutchinson Present 9:00 AM Tod Mowery District No. 2 Present 9:00 AM Daniel S. McIntyre County Attorney Present 9:00 AM Howard Tipton Administrator Present 9:00 AM Robert G. Adolphe PE Deputy County Administrator 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 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 Sherry Burroughs Mosquito Control and Coastal Mgt. Serv. Director Present 9:00 AM Mark Satterlee Deputy County Administrator Present 9:00 AM Ron Roberts Solid Waste Director Present 9:00 AM Asheley Hepburn Director, Office of Management & Budget Present 9:00 AM Sue Korunow Clerk to the Board Present 9:00 AM Generated 51712015 4:48 PM Regular Meeting Tuesday, April 21, 2015 9:00 AM II. INVOCATION III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE IV. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES Board of County Commissioners minutes for the meeting of Tuesday, April 07, 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) Several members of the audience spoke on the dangerous situation on Banyan Drive where they live in Port St. Lucie. They stated cars speed through the neighborhood and on the short road putting residents, including many children and elderly people at risk of injury. Mr. Ken Monchek received statistics via public records request from the St. Lucie County Sheriff's Department the number of citations, warnings and crashes had been issued on Banyan Drive in a 1 year period. Those statistics were as follows: 73 Traffic citations for a variety of infractions; 137 Warnings and 3 Traffic crashes investigated. Community members pleaded with the Board to do something about the situation in the area immediately before someone is injured. Those who spoke on the subject were as follows: Susan Martin, Banyan Drive, Port St. Lucie Ken Monchek, Banyan Drive, Port St. Lucie Gabriella (youth w/siblings fearful of being injured), Banyan Drive, Port St. Lucie Elaine Daily, 190 Banyan Drive, Port St. Lucie Commissioner Lewis commented that while both she and Commissioner Hutchinson are representatives for the River Park area, it is Commissioner Hutchinson who actually covers the area closest to US1. She and Commissioner Hutchinson noted neither of them had heard of the problem but assured the residents they would look into the problem. Commissioner Mowery stated he had pulled up the street on Google and stated it looks like it should be an easy fix to have the department get in the area and look at the picture and try to create some corrective solutions. Jeff Isaac, CEO of the Boy Scouts of America Gulf Stream Council - thanked the Board for the Facility Use Agreement with the Gulf Stream Council. Introduced the first female President of a Boy Scout Council in the State of Florida, Karen Daly. He noted they are starting projects which will take place at the Richard E. Becker Preserve Nature Center, he thanked all involved in making it possible. Several members of the audience spoke against All Aboard Florida (AAF) requesting the Board allocate funds towards the fight against it and they isolate those funds solely for the cause, not place it in the legal funding stream. One commented on the possible taxation fee to St. Lucie County residents and how much more it could cost the residents should the project pass. Another commented on the current number of rail cars which cause the roadways to be blocked and the potential for life threatening issues if the AAF project is passed. It 2 1 P a g e Regular Meeting Tuesday, April 21, 2015 9:00 AM will cause delays for emergency vehicles in emergency situations, ultimately causing death in some cases. The residents who spoke against AAF are listed as follows: Ingrid Van Hekken, St. Lucie Village, FL Diane Gates, Riverwoods, St. Lucie Village, FL Rosalie Longano - Harbor Isle, Seaway Drive Craig Mundt, Representative for the Navy Seal Museum on North Hutchinson Island - provided the Board with an update on the Museum, one of which was the dedication and opening of it's new wing and exhibits at a Gala Event on April 20th, 2015. He noted they are open for business and thanked the Board for all their support and effort they have given to them. VI. PROCLAMATIONS APPROVAL 1. Resolution Proclaiming the Week of April 19-25, 2015 as "Crime Victims' Rights Week" in St. Lucie County, Florida. Commissioner Lewis presented the proclamation to Sheriff Ken Mascara and the President of the 19th Judicial Victims Rights Coalition Wendy Holcombe. Ms. Holcombe thanked the Board for the proclamation and support received throughout the 19th Judicial Circuit Area. She talked about the importance of the week noting it's their week to really show how important it is to advocate, guide, help and comfort the victims as they navigate through the process of getting back some of the normalcy of life and get over the trauma they have experienced. She discussed the multiple events taking place throughout the week to promote the Coalition which in turn promotes crime victims advocacy. Sheriff Mascara thanked the Board and introduced several of his victim advocates. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Kim Johnson, District No. 5, Vice -Chair SECONDER: Chris Dzadovsky, District No. 1 AYES: Lewis, Johnson, Dzadovsky, Hutchinson, Mowery 2. Resolution Recognizing Gwenda Thompson for her Contributions to the Economic Vitality of Communities in St. Lucie County, Florida Commissioner Lewis presented the proclamation to Scott Thompson, Gwenda's husband, Vice President/COO, CareerSource Research Coast Glenda Harden and CareerSource Research Coast Chair Pamela Houghten. Mr. Thompson thanked the Board, Richard Stetson and Glenda Harden for their part in making the recognition possible. He spoke on virtues of Gwenda's life and how all that she did was about excellence and the dedication to excellence no matter what it was you were doing. He thanked all on behalf of Gwenda, himself and their family stating they are truly proud of the honor which has been bestowed upon her. 31 Regular Meeting Tuesday, April 21, 2015 9:00 AM RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Kim Johnson, District No. 5, Vice -Chair SECONDER: Frannie Hutchinson, District No. 4 AYES: Lewis, Johnson, Dzadovsky, Hutchinson, Mowery 3. Resolution Proclaiming May 2, 2015 as "Girl Scout STEM Day" in St. Lucie County, Florida. Commissioner Lewis presented the proclamation to GEMS of S.T.E.M. 2015 Co -Chair MaryAnn Ketcham; Girl Scouts of SE Florida VP of Development TJ Layng; Girl Scouts of SE Florida Special Events & Alumni Manager Amanda Allen; Girl Scouts of SE Florida Director of Marketing and Communications Melinda Glasgow; Girl Scout Cassia Janocsko and many other Girl Scouts. Cassia Janocsko thanked the Board on behalf of the Girl Scouts for their support. Ms. Layng spoke about the May 2, 2015 Girl Scout "Gems of STEM" Luncheon honoring four St. Lucie County women who have excelled in the fields of STEM: Dr. Juliette Lomax -Homier, Just Ladies Healthcare; Jessica Fernandez, Indian River State College; Sue Zheng, Florida Department of Transportation and Cyndee Shevak, John Carroll High School and invited all to attend the event. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Kim Johnson, District No. 5, Vice -Chair SECONDER: Tod Mowery, District No. 2 AYES: Lewis, Johnson, Dzadovsky, Hutchinson, Mowery 4. Resolution proclaiming April 2015 as "CHILD ABUSE PREVENTION MONTH" in St. Lucie County, Florida. Commissioner Lewis presented the proclamation to Castle HR Generalist Kim Lee thanked the Board for the proclamation and talked about STOMP, the special event on Saturday which is their 5K/10K Walk to raise funds and continue their programs. Commissioner Dzadovsky asked Ms. Lee to share the reason behind memory flags at the Castle location, Ms. Lee explained they honor children who have been killed by some manner of abuse. Their hope is that one day they will have just one flag to honor those who have lost their lives in the past. She shared statistic that 129 lives were lost in Florida alone in the past year. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Chris Dzadovsky, District No. 1 SECONDER: Kim Johnson, District No. 5, Vice -Chair AYES: Lewis, Johnson, Dzadovsky, Hutchinson, Mowery VII. PRESENTATIONS 1. IRSC Capstone Presentation, Corine Williams- Coordinator of Transit County Administration provided a brief background on the program stating it is the County's ongoing relationship with Indian River State College's Capstone Students. These students are just about ready to graduate. They work on projects with County departments and while they gain learning experience and the County gains valuable insight from a students perspective. He noted the last item on the agenda is the results of one of the students recommendations. 4 1 P a g E Regular Meeting Tuesday, April 21, 2015 9:00 AM Corine Williams recognized the Spring 2015 IRSC Capstone Students as follows: Marckenson Alperis - Economic Resources - Solid Waste Management Clarissa Chambers - St. Lucie County Wellness Programs Stephanie Heidt - Recognition of 1750 Spanish Fleet 300 Year Anniversary of wreck off the Treasure Coast Marry Liu - Creation of the Citizens Academy Program Benjamin Mills - Study of Self -Service Fueling Plan She thanked the Department Directors noting the program would not be possible without them. She introduced Dr. Donahue from IRSC who thanked the Board, County Administrator, Ms. Williams and retired Assistant County Administrator for their support of the program. He spoke about the program and all the great experiences it affords the students. 2. Budget Update, Asheley Hepburn- Office of Management & Budget Director This item was pulled prior to the meeting. 3. Preserve Projects Update, Amy Griffin- Environmental Regulations Manager Environmental Regulations Manager provided the Preserve Projects Update with a presentation and a report/handout which have been retained as part of the permanent record. She provided background information on what the Division does and how they work with the community and volunteers. She discussed the "Primary Focus" for the next stage, how they plan to accomplish that task and where they are in active projects as well as possible grant applications. She talked about the two major initiatives which tie all the projects discussed together, they are "The Greenways and Trails Program" and "The Ten -Mile Creek North Fork and Indian River Lagoon Paddling Trails." She spoke about how excited they are about the partnership with the Gulf Stream Council of Boy Scouts and their use of the Richard E. Becker Preserve Nature Center once completed. Commissioner Dzadovsky mentioned the volunteer program the ERD has as well as the opportunity for interested citizens to adopt a preserve and asked ERD Staff to provide contact information for interested parties. ERD Staff spoke about a project in it's infancy called the "Preserve Pals" being organized by Sandra Bogan and Amanda Thompson, contact number for that is 772.462.2531. Commissioner Johnson stated once the kids get connected to the environment they get so excited they will eventually draw their parents, making it a family affair. 4. Income Transparency, David Campbell David Campbell, of Port St. Lucie spoke on Income Transparency in the political/public realm and provided a presentation focusing on what the County pays it's employees. The presentation walked the Board through his discussion regarding what he feels should be public knowledge and what he feels the public should have the ability to access via the internet at will basis with optional formats. He utilized the State of Nevada's website and showed multiple options on how you could drill down on an employees salary showing all aspects of that employee's salary, overtime, other pay, benefits and the total pay/benefits. He requested the County implement such a search tool and make the County's employee's salaries public knowledge stating the 5 1 P a g e Regular Meeting Tuesday, April 21, 2015 9:00 AM information is available to the public now upon request on an individual basis but implementing such a process would allow interested parties to pull the information at will. 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 Numbers 25, 26 & 27 B. ADMINISTRATION There are no items scheduled. ►11 W&I I t61CT 011 XA 1. Revocable License Agreement - Rolland and Cheryl Neve Fence in Gopher Hill Road right-of-way (Parcel ID 3403-701-0091-000-2) 2. Resolution - In support of a 3% cap on growth in individual county medicaid costs under Section 409.915, F.S., to establish the anticipated cost shifts that result from the transition to a Medicaid enrollee based cost -sharing system. 3. Resolution Proclaiming April 19, 2015 as "Patriot's Day" in St. Lucie County, Florida. D. COMMUNITY SERVICES 1. Modification of Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) 2. St. Lucie County Affordable Housing Advisory Committee (AHAC) - 2014 Incentives Review and Recommendation Report E. COURT ADMINISTRATION There are no items scheduled. F. ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES 6 1 P a g E Regular Meeting Tuesday, April 21, 2015 9:00 AM 1. Boy Scouts of America, Gulfstream Council, Facility Use Agreement 2. Use of Proceeds from Environmental Resources Department Surplus Equipment Sale for Becker House Improvements G. HUMAN RESOURCES There are no items scheduled. H. MOSQUITO CONTROL & COASTAL MGMT. SERVICES Harbor Branch Marsh Restoration Project - Amendment No. 3 to Contract with Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission I. OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT & BUDGET 1. Removal of Fixed Assets from Inventory 2. Request for Qualifications (RFQ) No. 15-003 - Approval of Short -Listed Firms for Airport Engineering Services 3. Award of RFP No. 15-022 - Yard Waste Processing & Recycling Services This item was pulled prior to the meeting. J. PARKS, RECREATION & FACILITIES 1. Lincoln Park Regional Park Pavilion - Purchase and Installation 2. White City Park Pavilion - Purchase and Installation 3. Pepper Park Pavilion - Purchase and Installation K. PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT SERVICES There are no items scheduled. L. PUBLIC SAFETY & COMMUNICATIONS National Weather Service Weather Radio Transmitter Memorandum of Understanding to Continue Hosting M. PUBLIC WORKS 7 1 P a g e Regular Meeting Tuesday, April 21, 2015 9:00 AM 1. Grant Acceptance for Artificial Reef Construction 2015 2. 2nd St Reconstruction Project - Ardaman & Assoc Work Authorization No. 25 (Soil and Water Testing Services) 3. Southern Oaks, Meadowood, and Palm Grove Street Lighting Districts Authorization to Advertise Public Hearings 4. Carriage Pointe - Final Acceptance of Repairs to Selvitz Road 5. Christensen Road at Canal 102 - Cured -in -Place Pipe Liner Acceptance of Project 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 There are no items scheduled. R. UTILITIES There are no items scheduled. IX. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. COUNTY ATTORNEY Proposed Amendments to Alarm Ordinance - Continuation of Public Hearing Assistant County Attorney provided background information on the proposed Amendment noting the Alarm Association of Florida, Inc. contacted County staff regarding concerns with the proposed amendments to the alarm ordinance. In order to have an opportunity to meet with Association representatives to discuss these concerns, staff is recommending the public hearing be continued to May 19, 2015 at 9:00 a.m., or as soon thereafter as may be heard. Staff recommended the Board of County Commissioners continue the April 21, 2015 public hearing to May 19, 2015 at 9:00 a.m. or as soon thereafter as may be heard. 8 1 P a g e Regular Meeting Tuesday, April 21, 2015 9:00 AM No formal vote was required for this item but one was taken with the results as follows: It was moved by Commissioner Hutchinson, seconded by Commissioner Mowery, to continue the April 21, 2015 public hearing to May 19, 2015 at 9:00 a.m. or as soon thereafter as may be heard, and; upon roll call, motion carried unanimously. RESULT: CONTINUED Next: 5/19/2015 9:00 AM B. OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT & BUDGET Amendment to the Fiscal Year 2014-2015 Budget Office of Management & Budget Director provided background information and noted the audit of the Board of County Commissioners Financial Statements had been completed and staff had calculated the actual beginning balances of the numerous funds. Additionally, staff had found the need to revise certain revenue estimates and to establish transfers for various purposes. This resolution will amend the fiscal year 2014- 2015 budget to reflect the actual beginning cash balances, revised revenue estimates and establish transfers between funds. In addition to amending the fund balance budgets, the following changes were included in the amendment: Trancfprc- -$60,809 from Court Administration Fund (183) and $17,951 from the Guardian Ad Litem Fund (183006) to the Fine & Forfeiture Fund (107) to reimburse St. Lucie County for funds that were not spent in FY 14. -$579,379 from the Communication System Interest & Sinking Fund (204) to the Fine & Forfeiture Fund (107) and $273,608 from the State Revenue Sharing Bonds Interest & Sinking Fund (217) to the General Fund (001) to reflect bonds that were refinanced and consolidated during the year. We are also moving the budgeted revenue and expenses to the appropriate funds because the old debt funds will be closed out. -$25,182 from the Fine & Forfeiture Fund (107) to the Court Administration Fund (183) to move Court Innovation funding for a Case Manager position. -$174 from the Transportation Trust Interlocals Fund (101001) to the Property Cleanup Special Assessment District Fund (131) -$30,000 from the County Capital Fund (316) to the Transportation Trust Fund (101) to reflect the transfer of a Dozer from Road & Bridge to Environmental Lands. -$2,236 from the One Time Funding Fund (001009) to the General Fund (001) to true up the balances for projects that were moved to the General Fund. Other Changes: -Establish a budget of $10,447,365 in the Communication System Interest & Sinking Fund (204) and the State Revenue Sharing Bonds Interest & Sinking Fund (217) for proceeds for refunding that were used to pay off the prior debt. 9 1 P a g e Regular Meeting Tuesday, April 21, 2015 9:00 AM -Rollover $49,990 in the General Fund (001) for GovMax. Implementation was not complete until the beginning of FY 2015, therefore, the FY 14 payment was not made until FY 15. -Increase building permit revenue in the Building Code Fund (491) by $300,000 to be more in line with actual collections. -Set up budget for $97,183 in reimbursable costs in the Court Technology Fund (107006) to reimburse St. Lucie County for funds that were not spent in FY 14. -Adjust the funding for the Midway Road project to reflect using $1,836,130 from the Transportation Impact Fees (310006) instead of the Transportation Road Bond (318). Staff noted this amendment would increase the Budget from just over $488million to an amount just over $500million. Staff recommended Board approval of Budget Resolution amending the fiscal year 2014- 2015 budget. RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Tod Mowery, District No. 2 SECONDER: Kim Johnson, District No. 5, Vice -Chair AYES: Lewis, Johnson, Dzadovsky, Hutchinson, Mowery X. REGULAR AGENDA 1. COUNTY ATTORNEY 1. Protest - RFQ No. 14-057 - Utilization of a Conversion Facility to Process Municipal Solid Waste for St. Lucie County - Appeal Filed by VASST/Barker County Attorney provided background on the RFQ protest noting the presentation would be a joint effort with the County Administrator who would be providing the recommendation and the Purchasing Manager who will assist with technical process questions. He provided an outline on how the process will move forward noting the protesting party will have up to 10 minutes to present their position to the Board, Staff has 10 minutes to respond and the Board makes their decision. He noted that he would like to ensure that the memorandum he prepared for Agenda Item XA1. be submitted as part of the record and will be retained in the permanent record. He explained the details of the RFQ, all Exhibits, the history of the RFQ No. 14-057 process and the receipt of a letter of protest received on 3/31/15 from Barker Vasst. He stated on 4/1/15 County Administrator, County Attorney and Purchasing Manager and other members of staff met and discussed the letter of protest from Barker Vasst. After discussion it was determined according to policy they would deny the protest as it did not comply with the County's Purchasing Manual requirements. To comply with the Purchasing Manual Barker Vasst was required to file the protest within 24 hours of receiving the County's Notice of Intent; to comply Barker Vasst should have filed the protest letter no later than 8:05 a.m. on Thursday, March 26, 2015. The letter was received on March 31st, 5 days later. Notification of the denial was sent to Barker Vasst by Federal Express and 10 1 Regular Meeting Tuesday, April 21, 2015 9:00 AM advised the firm they had a right to appeal the County Administrator's decision to the Board but the appeal must be filed within 24 hours with the County Administrator. On April 3rd the Purchasing Manager did receive such appeal. On April 10th Purchasing Manager received an email from William Barker the managing partner of Barker Consulting Partners stating he would like to "disassociate" himself from the protest letter filed by Vasst because "I have no idea of the contents of the letter having never seen it to this day." Further, Mr. Barker stated his agreement with Vasst expired on March 31, 2015 and will not be extended. COO of Vasst Energy Concepts, Inc. Victor Sziky spoke regarding the protest voicing all items they feel are at issue regarding the RFQ. He provided a written offer to the County which has been placed into the permanent record for consideration by the Board and reviewed that offer also. Commissioner Dzadovsky asked Mr. Sziky what the financing tool would be on the proposed project since Barker had stated via email he no longer is associated with the RFQ or Vasst. Mr. Sziky noted that Mr. Barker was never a funding partner, he was a consultant to help Vasst consult and to provide operations and servicing; he was not a funding partner. He stated they have Wall Street connections who have been identified and are available once they have an understanding from the County that they want to pursue. Commissioner Dzadovsky asked why they were unable to comply with the deadline and Mr. Sziky stated they were not aware of it and they had never been made aware of the guidelines. Commissioner Dzadovsky stated these items were part of the RFQ process and readily available, noting each applicant was afforded the same opportunities including contact information for questions or information requests. He confirmed with Purchasing Manager the process and guidelines followed for RFQ's and this one in particular to clarify any question of how the process what conducted. County Attorney provided staff's response to Vasst's appeal statements summarizing it is clear Vasst Energy Concepts, Inc., protest was not filed in a timely manner, it was filled 5 days late. He stated that in and of itself is sufficient reason to support a denial of a protest and the appeal. In addition, it appeared to staff, even if Vasst had been given the maximum points instead of the zeros given by one staff member it would not have moved Barker Vasst up into the top two position. It would have jumped them up one into the third position but they still would not have been in the top two positions. Also, the proposal was by Barker Vasst and it is clear now that Mr. Barker is no longer a part of the team so the team has changed. Given all items listed they feel there is enough evidence in the record to support County Administrator's recommendation. County Administrator noted the information shared today is something outside of the issue at hand and staff does not feel it should have any bearing on the Board's decision today. The County Administrator's recommendation was to stand with the original recommendation and deny the protest filed by VASST for the reasons set forth in the Purchasing Manager's letter dated April 2, 2015 (Exhibit "H")-i.e., the protest was not filed in time to comply with Section 11.1 of the Purchasing Manual. Regular Meeting Tuesday, April 21, 2015 9:00 AM RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Chris Dzadovsky, District No. 1 SECONDER: Tod Mowery, District No. 2 AYES: Lewis, Johnson, Dzadovsky, Hutchinson, Mowery 2. Award - RFQ No. 14-057 - Utilization of a Conversion Facility to Process Municipal Solid Waste for St. Lucie County County Attorney noted the background information on this item was originally placed on the May 31, 2015 agenda but pulled due to the letter of protest filled by Vasst Energy Concepts, Inc. The Board has now resolved the protest and the appeal. From staff's perspective they see no reason to change it's original recommendation. Staff recommended Board approval of the short-listed firms for RFQ No. 14-057 and permission to: -Negotiate with highest ranked firm; -If negotiations are successful, staff shall present a draft contract to the Board for review and approval -If negotiations are unsuccessful, terminate negotiations with the first ranked firm and begin negotiations with the second ranked firm. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Frannie Hutchinson, District No. 4 SECONDER: Kim Johnson, District No. 5, Vice -Chair AYES: Lewis, Johnson, Dzadovsky, Hutchinson, Mowery 2. PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT SERVICES Resolution - Recognizing the 300th Anniversary of the 1715 Spanish Fleet Shipwrecks off the Shores of the Treasure Coast Interim Planning and Development Director provided a brief introduction of the program and Capstone Student Ms. Stephanie Heidt and the Historical Commission Chair. Ms. Heidt provided a PowerPoint presentation which provided a brief history on the 1715 Spanish Fleet Shipwrecks off the Treasure Coast. She explained how the project was started by a request from Historical Commission Chairman James Moses asked that a letter be written to the Board requesting they recognize the 300th Anniversary of the event. They are proposing a Resolution be passed recognizing the anniversary of the event and consider a monument be placed in an appropriate location. She noted she wished to make several changes to the submitted Resolution as follows: "Section 5 of the Preamble and Section 2 of the Resolution be modified to indicate staff will evaluate the feasibility and an appropriate location for a monument." She thanked Executive Director of the St. Lucie County Arts & Cultural Alliance Linda Fasano for putting the artist's call together for the creation of the monument. She 12 1 Regular Meeting Tuesday, April 21, 2015 9:00 AM talked about tourism and how the monument would enhance the existing some of the items already on display in the County. Historical Commission Chairman provided background information on 1715 Spanish Fleet and their importance to Europe. He noted there were 1,500 casualties as well as the losses and large amount of precious items carried on the ships by passengers. He stated he would like to see this as a seed to add to what we're doing for economics, to eventually make this a historic destination similar to St. Augustine or Key West or the center of the State. Linda Fasano spoke about the proposed monument and all the components of the process and location choice involved. She discussed the methods used in the "Artist Call" process and mentioned perhaps the use of a mosaic monument with a concrete base for it's cost saving options and maintenance saving items. Commissioner Dzadovsky mentioned a possible location for the monument placement at the Seaway Dr. And Jetty Park roundabout which is a major attraction noting it might be a great location for it. Ms. Fasano agreed it would be a great location but noted she had not made any recommendations for a location as it was a school project and wanted them to go through the process. She also mentioned a location at the History Center where a previous sculpture was located that already has an available pad to hold the proposed monument. She stated she has not spoken with the City of Fort Pierce regarding the project to date. Further discussion regarding the monument and possible locations, options, volunteer options and funding sources were entertained. The consensus was that the monument be located where there will be a significant number of people, in an appropriate location rather than a remote park. Ms. Heidt thanked the Board for the opportunity to participate in the Capstone project noting it was a great educational opportunity. She thanked Planning & Development Interim Director stating she has been a tremendous mentor. Staff, in collaboration with IRSC Capstone Student Stephanie Heidt, recommended Commission approve the resolution recognizing the 3001" anniversary of the tragic wrecking of the 1715 Spanish Fleet and direct staff to evaluate the feasibility of a monument to be erected marking the wreckage of the Nuestra Senora de las Nieves with the proposed changes. Commissioner Hutchinson noted although the actual anniversary of the date is July of this year and too soon for any actions to happen in St. Lucie County. She encouraged the Arts & Historical Councils to perhaps get the word out about the sister counties events by way of one of the Commissioner's televised/taped interviews. 13 1 P a g Regular Meeting Tuesday, April 21, 2015 9:00 AM RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Tod Mowery, District No. 2 SECONDER: Kim Johnson, District No. 5, Vice -Chair AYES: Lewis, Johnson, Dzadovsky, Hutchinson, Mowery RATIFICATION OF APPOINTEE TO CITIZENS BUDGET COMMITTEE 3. Motion to: Ratify Appointment of Chief Ronald Parrish to the Citizens Budget Committee Commissioner Dzadovsky requested Board's approval/ratification of the appointment of Chief Ronald Parrish to the Citizens Budget Committee. RESULT: PASSED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Tod Mowery, District No. 2 SECONDER: Kim Johnson, District No. 5, Vice -Chair AYES: Lewis, Johnson, Dzadovsky, Hutchinson, Mowery XI. ANNOUNCEMENTS Commissioner Dzadovsky made an emotional plea to the public regarding the violence going on in the County and the recent gang related drive -by -shooting of a 2 year girl in Fort Pierce. He pleaded to the public who might have information on this shooting or a second shooting occurring within the same time frame to step forward and contact either his office or the Sheriff's office. His pleas were to stop the violence and to bring the community together. 14 1 Regular Meeting Tuesday, April 21, 2015 9:00 AM 1. The Board of County Commissioners will hold a Regular Board meeting on May 5, 2015 at 6pm in the County Commission Chambers of the Roger Poitras Administration Annex located at 2300 Virginia Avenue, Fort Pierce, FL. 2. The Master Gardener Spring into Gardening Festival will be held on Saturday, May 9, 2015 from 8am-2pm. There will be plant vendors, horticulture merchants, plant fashion show, garden tours and Taste of the Tropics. The festival will be held at the Extension office, 8400 Picos Road, Fort Pierce. Call 772-462-1660 or http://stlucie.ifas.ufl.edu for additional information.) 3. The Board of County Commissioners will hold an Informal meeting on May 12, 2015 at 9am in Conference Room #3. 4. The Board of County Commissioners will hold a Joint meeting with the City of Ft. Pierce regarding the Port of Fort Pierce on May 15, 2015 at 2pm in the County Commission Chambers of the Roger Poitras Administration Annex located at 2300 Virginia Avenue, Fort Pierce, FL. 5. The Board of County Commissioners will hold a Regular Board meeting on May 19, 2015 at 9am in the County Commission Chambers of the Roger Poitras Administration Annex located at 2300 Virginia Avenue, Fort Pierce, FL. 6. County Offices will be closed on May 25, 2015 in Observance of Memorial Day. XII. MOTION TO ADJOURN There being no further business to be brought before the Board, the meeting was adjourned. Paula A. Lewis, District No. 3, Chair 4/21/2015 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. 15 1