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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
ST. LUCIE COUNTY, FLORIDA
REGULAR MEETING
Date: September 28, 2004 Convened: 9:05 a.m.
Tape: 1 Adjourned: 9:55 a.m.
Commissioners Present: Chairperson, Paula A. Lewis, John D. Bruhn, Cliff Barnes,
Frannie Hutchinson, Doug Coward
Others Present: Ray Wazny, Asst. County Administrator, Dan McIntyre, County
Attorney, Marie Gouin, M & B Director, Paul Phillips, Airport Director, Ed Parker,
Purchasing Director, Jim David, Mosquito Control, Chris Hartley, Finance Director,
Millie Delgado-Feliciano, Deputy Clerk
1. MINUTES
It was moved by Com. Coward, seconded by Com. Hutchinson, to approve the minutes of
the meeting held September 21, 2004; and, upon roll call, motion carried unanimously.
It was moved by Com. Hutchinson, seconded by Com. Bruhn, to approve the minutes of
the Final FY 2005 Budget Public Hearing held on September 16, 2004; and, upon roll
call, motion carried unanimously.
2. PROCLAMATIONS/PRESENTATIONS
The County Administrator read upcoming scheduled meetings and events.
3. GENERAL PUBLIC COMMENTS
Mr. Tom Bruhn, Jr., area resident, addressed the Board regarding the Nextel service in
the area. He expressed his concerns with more units being sold than number lines
provided.
The Asst. County Administrator advised the Board that staff would be investigating this
issue since county staff had some problems getting service during the storms. Staff will
be looking into alternatives.
Mr. Jeff Furst, Property Appraiser for St. Lucie County, addressed the Board regarding
the delay in the tax funds due to the storms and their computers not being in operation.
He wanted to advise everyone that there may not be funds available in November.
Mr. George Evers, Indian River Drive resident, addressed the Board regarding access
through a resident’s driveway for those who need to get to their homes on Indian River
Drive. The owner of the property does not wish to have heavy equipment coming
through his property and has restricted such. County staff is restricting passage due to
this problem. Mr. Evers stated he felt the county does not have the authority to restrict
passage if the property owner permits resident access.
The County Engineer addressed Mr. Evers comments and stated that a large portion of
Indian River Drive is damaged and that in speaking with the property owner he stated he
did not wish to have heavy equipment coming through his property.
The County Engineer stated that since staff could not be there in the evenings to make
sure heavy equipment does not pass through, they decided to restrict entry.
Mr. Craig Munt, North Hutchinson Island resident, addressed the Board regarding
residents attempting to return to their homes on the island for repairs etc.
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Com. Barnes commented on the curfew and asked that it be eased for those who wish to
obtain necessities after working hours.
Com. Lewis commented on the lack of coordination with Indian River County and stated
they needed to communicate much more.
Com. Coward commented on the curfew and also asked it be eased due to the fact many
people are still without power and wish to eat at the different establishments which are
open for business.
4. CONSENT AGENDA (1-138)
It was moved by Com. Bruhn, seconded by Com. Coward, to approve the Consent
Agenda with item C-1 Warrant List pulled; and, upon roll call, motion carried
unanimously.
1. WARRANT LIST
This item was pulled.
2. COUNTY ATTORNEY
A. Rock Road Jail Expansion- Amendment No. 1 to Centex
Rooney/Schenkel Schultz Contract- The Board approved Amendment
No. 1 and authorized the Chairman to sign the Amendment.
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B. Resolution No. 04-278- Improvements to South 25 St.- The Board
approved Resolution No. 04-278.
C. Lennard Road Project MSBU- Contract for Sale and Purchase- Mr. &
Mrs. Roman Swiezy- Mr. And Mrs. Stand Swiezy- The Board
rejected the counter offer and authorized staff to send a 30 day notice
letter.
D. Treasure Coast Sports Commission, Inc.- 2004-2005 Grant Contract-
The Board approved the proposed grant contract for the Treasure
Coast Sports Commission, and authorized the Chairman to sign the
contract.
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E. South 25 Street Roadway Widening- Midway Road to Edward Road-
Temporary Construction Easement-Cesar Cumerma- The Baord
approved the purchase agreement with Cesar Cumerma in the amount
of $11,600 as shown on the sketch and legal description and
authorized the Chairman to execute the purchase agreement and
directed staff to close the transaction and record the documents in the
Public Records of St. Lucie County Florida.
F. Advertising Services-Agreement with Simple Success Marketing Inc.-
The Board approved the proposed agreement with Simple Success
Marketing Inc., and authorized the Chairman to sign the agreement.
3. PUBLIC WORKS
A. Building and Zoning Division- The Board approved the release of the
building from the demolition order for the property located at 2205
Elizabeth Ave., dated January 13, 2004 and authorized the Chairman
to sign the release as prepared by the County Attorney’s office.
B. Engineering Division Becker Road MSBU- Paving and Drainage
Revised Final Assessment Roll to Re-Allocate Assessments- The
Board approved adopting Resolution No. 04-257 approving a Revised
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Final Assessment Roll to re-allocate said assessments for the Becker
Road Municipal Services Benefit Unit.
C. Engineering Division-Ideal Holding Road MSBU- Paving and
Drainage Improvements Amend Final Assessment Roll to Re-
Distribute Assessments- The Board adopted Resolution No. 04-256
approving an Amended Final Assessment Roll to re-distribute said
assessments for the Becker Road Municipal Services Benefit Unit.
D. Solid Waste Division-Exclusive Residential Collection Service
Agreement by and between St. Lucie County and Waste Pro of
Florida, Inc., as approved by the County Attorney and authorized the
Chairman to sign.
E. Solid Waste Division- Bid Waiver and Sole Source declaration to
purchase software for the integration of the cashering module into the
current City View application. This will allow the MSBU Division to
collect and maintain the non-ad valorem assessment roll as it pertains
to new certificates of occupation. The total cost of the module
integration and 3 licenses is $24,135. The Board approved Budget
Amendment # 04-169 and Equipment Request # 04-277 .
4. MANAGEMENT AND BUDGET
A. $347,540 Howard Computer Lease Program- The Board adopted
Budget Resolution No. 04-264 recognizing the capital lease proceeds
and establishing the budget within the numerous funds.
B. Adopt Budget Resolution 04-283- to establish the budget for the
$650,000 loan proceeds for the Sport Complex- The Board adopted
Resolution 04-283 establishing the budget for the $650,000 loan
proceeds for the Sports Complex.
5. AIRPORT
A. Budget Resolution No. 04-271 Florida Department of Transportation
FDOT Joint Participation Agreement JPA 412401 for $3,948.00 for
Perimeter Fencing- The Board approved the Budget Resolution 04-271
for the FDOT , JPA this FDOT grant provides for $ 3,9438.00 of the
$157,896.00 project total.
B. Budget Resolution 04-281 for Florida Department of Transportation
Joint Participation Agreement for $200,000.00 for Drainage
Improvements- The Board approved the budget resolution # 04-281
for Florida Department of Transportation Joint Participation
Agreement. This grant provides $200,000 of the $250,000 project
total.
C. Budget Resolution No. 04-282 for the FDOT Joint Participation
Agreement JPA 412400 in the amount of $152,000 for the installation
of perimeter fencing- The Board approved the budget resolution .
This grant provides for $152,000 of the $190,000 project total.
6. UTILITIES
Request Board approval for a reduction in the Letter of Credit for the Seminole Tribe of
Florida- The original letter of credit is $1,360,442.03 and the new Letter of Credit would
be for $650,000 as a result of payment made to St. Luci8e County.- The Board approved
the reduction in the Letter of Credit for the Seminole Tribe of Florida.
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7. GRANTS
A. Request Board approval to accept a South Florida Water Management
District Water Savings Incentive Program grant in the amount of
$50,000 for funds to retrofit plumbing in low-income homes consistent
with the Community Services SHIP program- The Board authorized
staff to accept the grant from the South Florida Water Management
District Water Savings Incentive Program grant for funds to retrofit
plumbing in low income homes consistent with the Community
Services SHIP program.
B. Conservation Project Support Grant application to the Institute of
Museums and Library Services for funding in the amount of $150,000
to be utilized for consultation services conservation equipment and
conservation supplies for a collections conservation program at the St.
Lucie County Historical Museum - The Board approved the submittal
of a Conservation Project Support grant application to the Institute of
Museum and Library Services for funding in the amount of $150,000
to be utilized for consultation services, conservation equipment and
conservation supplies and also authorized the acceptance of the grant if
it is approved.
8. CENTRAL SERVICES
Contract Change Order # 5 to Contract # C03-06-452 Administration Building Addition
/Barth Construction, Inc.- The Board approved Change Order # 5 to Contract No. C03-
06-452/Barth Construction to increase the contract amount by $9,062.00 and contract
time an additional six days for ca completion date of January 3, 2005 and authorize the
Chair to sign the change order as prepared by the County Attorney.
9. PURCHASING
A. Bid # 04-103- St. James Maintenance- The Board approved staff
recommendation to award Bid # 04-103 – St. James Drive
Maintenance to Treasure Coast Lawn, Inc. for the cost of services as
outlined in the attached bid tabulation sheet and authorized the
Chairman as prepared by the County Attorney.
B. Permission to advertise Invitation for Bid for Lawnwood Football
Stadium Lighting- The Board granted permission to advertise
Invitation for Bid for Lawnwood Football Stadium Lighting.
C. Award of RFP # 04-060 Telecommunication Solution Services—The
Board approved negotiating with the top ranked firm, Bell South and
authorized he Chairman to sign the contract as prepared by the County
Attorney.
10. GROWTH MANAGEMENT
A. Authorize the first amendment to the Contract with Tindle Oliver and
Assoc. – The Board authorized the first amendment to the Tindale
Olvier Urban Service Boundary contract for the purpose of updating
the County’s base transportation analysis date in the amount of
$20,000 (no net increase in the overall contract price).
B. Authorize Florida’s Turnpike Special Permit for access to the
Turnpike access road at the northeast corner of the SR70 Interchange-
The Board approved the request allowing staff to submit the Florida’s
Turnpike Permit for use of the Turnpike Access Road at the northeast
corner of the SR 70 interchange.
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REGULAR AGENDA
5. NO PUBLIC HEARINGS
6. COUNTY ATTORNEY(1-1139)
Tradition Field- Naming Right Agreement- Consider staff recommendation to approve
the Naming Rights Agreement and authorized the Chairman to sign the Agreement.
It was moved by Com. Hutchinson, seconded by Com. Bruhn, to approve the Naming
Rights Agreement and authorized the Chairman to sign; and, upon roll call, motion
carried unanimously.
7. ADMINISTRATION
The Board gave updates on the Committee and Advisory Boards they serve on.
ADDITION:
Declaration of Emergency Extension- Consider staff recommendation to extend the
Declaration of Emergency .
It was moved by Com. Hutchinson, seconded by Com. Bruhn, to approve staff
recommendation; and, upon roll call, motion carried unanimously.
There being no further business to be brought before the Board, the meeting was
adjourned.
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Chairman
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Clerk of Circuit Court
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