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March 24, 2009
9:00 A.M.
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
AGENDA
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discussion of these items unless a Commissioner so requests.
REGULAR AGENDA – Proclamations, Presentations, Public Hearings, and Department requests are items, which the
Commission will discuss individually, usually in the order listed on the agenda.
PUBLIC HEARINGS – These items may be heard on the first and third Tuesday at 6:00 P.M. or as soon thereafter as
possible, or on a second or fourth Tuesday, which begins at 9:00 A.M., then public hearings will be heard at 9:00 A.M. or
as soon thereafter as possible. These time designations are intended to indicate that an item will not be addressed prior
to the listed time. The Chairman will open each public hearing and asks anyone wishing to speak to come forward, one
at a time. Comments will be limited to five minutes.
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order of presentation is: (1) County staff presents the details of the Board item (2) Commissioners comment (3) if a
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MEETINGS - All Board meetings are open to the public and are held on the first and third Tuesdays of each month at 6:00
P.M. and on the second and fourth Tuesdays at 9:00 A.M., unless otherwise advertised. Meetings are held in the County
Commission Chambers in the Roger Poitras Administration Annex at 2300 Virginia Ave., Ft. Pierce, FL 34982. The Board
schedules additional workshops throughout the year as necessary to accomplish their goals and commitments. Notice is
provided of these workshops. Assistive Listening Device is available to anyone with a hearing disability. Anyone with a
disability requiring accommodation to attend this meeting should contact the St. Lucie County Community Services
Director at (772) 462-1777 or TDD (772) 462-1428 at least forty-eight (48) hours prior to the meeting.
March 24, 2009
9:00 A.M.
BOARD OF COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS
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Paula A. Lewis, Chairman District No. 3
Charles Grande, Vice Chairman District No. 4
Doug Coward District No. 2
Chris Dzadovsky District No. 1
Chris Craft District No. 5
I. INVOCATION
II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
III. MINUTES
Approve the minutes from the March 17, 2009 meeting.
IV. PROCLAMATIONS/PRESENTATIONS
A. COUNTY ATTORNEY
Resolution No. 09-080 – Proclaiming the month of April 2009 as “Water Conservation Month” in St. Lucie
County, Florida.
Consider staff recommendation to adopt Resolution No. 09-080 as drafted.
B. AGRICULTURE EXTENSION
Agricultural Awareness Week in St. Lucie County, Florida
Consider staff recommendation to approve Resolution No. 09-081 – A Resolution proclaiming March 30,
2009 through April 4, 2009 as “Agricultural Awareness Week” in St. Lucie County, Florida.
C. COUNTY ATTORNEY
Resolution No. 09-090 – Proclaiming March 31, 2009 through April 5, 2009 as “The Fifth Annual Zora
Fest! Dust Tracks in Florida Celebration”; and further designating Saturday, April 4, 2009, as “Zora Neale
Hurston Day” in St. Lucie County, Florida.
Consider staff recommendation to adopt Resolution No. 09-090 as drafted.
D. COUNTY ATTORNEY
Resolution No. 09-102 - Urging the Florida Legislature to increase funding for the community based
Healthy Start Coalition in order to reduce infant death and increase the health and well being of Florida
mothers through the services and programming provided by the Healthy Start Coalition.
Consider staff recommendation adopt the attached Resolution No. 09-102 as drafted.
E. COUNTY ATTORNEY
Resolution No. 09-106 - Proclaiming April 5, 2009, as “Parents and Children’s Day” in St. Lucie County,
Florida.
Consider staff recommendation to adopt Resolution No. 09-106 as drafted.
V. GENERAL PUBLIC COMMENT
VI. CONSENT AGENDA
A.WARRANTS
Approve warrant list No. 25.
B.COUNTY ATTORNEY
St. Lucie County Fairgrounds – Supplemental Lease Agreement No. 3 for Storage of FEMA Trailers.
Consider staff recommendation to approve the proposed Supplemental Lease Agreement No. 3 with
General Services Administration for storage of FEMA trailers at the St. Lucie County Fairgrounds, and
authorize the Chair to sign Supplemental Lease Agreement No. 3.
C.GRANTS
PULLED PRIOR TO MEETING.
1. Staff requests authorization to: (1) modify the anticipated County Incentive Grant
Program (CIGP) pending agreement to move $1,317,948 of the $2,000,000 in funds
from the Kings Highway and Orange Avenue intersection to the Kings Highway and
Indrio Road intersection; and (2) move $817,948 from the Transportation Bond funds
designated for Kings and Orange to the Transportation Bond funds designated for
Kings Highway and Indrio Road.
2. Staff recommends approval to submit a grant application to the Florida Fish and Wildlife
Conservation Commission, Florida Boating Improvement Program (FBIP) for an amount not to
exceed $103,800 toward the construction cost of a restroom and waste line at Stan Blum Boat
Ramp. Staff also recommends approval of Resolution 09-091 (Attachment 1) authorizing the
submittal of the application.
3. Staff recommends approval to submit a grant application to the Florida Inland Navigation District
(FIND) Waterways Assistance Program for an amount not to exceed $103,800 toward the
construction of a restroom and waste line at Stan Blum Boat Ramp, and approval of Resolution
09-092 authorizing the submittal.
4. Staff recommends Board approval to proceed with engineering, permitting and surveying for the
planned single-lane boat ramp on Little Mud Creek at Blind Creek Park at an estimated cost of
$33,800. In addition, Staff recommends authorization to submit a grant application to the Florida
Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Florida Boating Improvement Program for an amount
not to exceed $47,500 toward the construction of a single lane boat ramp on Little Mud Creek at
Blind Creek Park, and approval of Resolution 09-096 authorizing submittal.
5. Staff recommends Board approval to proceed with engineering, permitting and surveying for the
planned single-lane boat ramp on Little Mud Creek at Blind Creek Park at an estimated cost of
$33,800. In addition, Staff recommends authorization to submit a grant application to the Florida
Inland Navigation District (FIND) Waterways Assistance Program for an amount not to exceed
$47,500 toward the construction of a single lane boat ramp on Little Mud Creek at Blind Creek
Park, and approval of Resolution No. 09-096 authorizing the submittal.
6. Staff recommends approval of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), outlining general
responsibilities, among designated stakeholders, in the St. Lucie County Health Access Network
and authorization for the Chair to sign the Memorandum of Understanding.
C. GRANTS CONTINUED
7. Staff recommends approval for the submittal of a grant application to the Hazard Mitigation Grant
Program (HMGP) for funds in the amount of $209,564 to retrofit all or a portion of four County
buildings with high impact glass or storm shutters/awnings/screens. In addition, approval is
recommended for Resolution No. 09-100, which is necessary to complete the grant application.
8. Staff recommends that the Board authorize the submittal of a grant application to the Hazard
Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) for funds in the amount of $294,126 to fortify the rip rap banks
of Mosquito Impoundments 1 and 6. In addition, approval is recommended for Resolution 09-
101, which is necessary to complete the grant application.
9. Approve the submittal of a grant application to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric
Administration (NOAA) Coastal and Marine Habitat Restoration Project Grant in the amount of
$2,500,000 for restoration of Impoundment 14C wetlands. The NOAA Coastal and Marine
Habitat Restoration Project Grant Program is part of the Federal Economic Stimulus Program and
requires no matching funds. Impoundment 14C wetlands border the Indian River Lagoon and
are located immediately north of the Florida Atlantic University Harbor Branch campus and
extend north to the Indian River County line.
Consider staff recommendation to approve the submittal of the grant application to the NOAA
Coastal and Marine Habitat Restoration Project.
D.COMMUNITY SERVICES
1. Permission to advertise for a Request for Qualifications for all eligible agencies in St. Lucie County
that meet the criteria, as required, for distribution of the Choose Life License plate funds
collected in St. Lucie County.
Consider staff recommendation to grant permission to advertise a Request for Qualifications
(RFQ) for all eligible agencies that meet the criteria of Section 320.08058(30), Florida Statutes, to
receive funding from the Choose Life License Plates.
2. Request permission to advertise a Request for Qualification (RFQ) for Public Transportation
Services for St. Lucie County.
Consider staff recommendation to approve to advertise a RFQ for Public Transportation services
for St. Lucie County and authorize the Chair to sign all necessary documents.
3.Acceptance of the Florida Department of Transportation Supplemental Joint Participation
Agreement No. 3; approval of the Capital Improvement Program CIP 09-035 for the intermodal
facility; approval of Budget Resolution No. 09-087 to encumber and expend funds from FDOT in
the amount of $250,000 with local 50% match pledged from the Fort Pierce Redevelopment
Agency.
Consider staff recommendation to approve Acceptance of the Florida Department of
Transportation Supplemental Joint Participation Agreement No. 3; approval of the Capital
Improvement Program CIP 09-035 for the intermodal facility; approval of Budget Resolution No.
09-087 to encumber and expend funds from FDOT in the amount of $250,000 with local 50%
match pledged from the Fort Pierce Redevelopment Agency; authorization for the Chair to sign all
necessary documents.
E.AIRPORT
1. Resolution No. 09-093 accepting the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) Joint
Participation Agreement (JPA) #426174-1-94-01 in the amount of $120,000 (80% FDOT share)
with a 20% local match of $30,000 for a total project cost of $150,000 for the installation of
Airfield Fence Obstruction Lights at St. Lucie County International Airport.
Consider staff recommendation to approve Resolution No. 09-093 accepting the Florida
Department of Transportation (FDOT) Joint Participation Agreement (JPA) #426174-1-94-01 in
the amount of $120,000 (80% FDOT share) with a 20% local match of $30,000 for a total project
cost of $150,000 for the installation of Airfield Fence Obstruction Lights at St. Lucie County
International Airport, and authorize Chair or designee to execute same.
2. Treasure Coast FBO, LLC – Revocable License Agreement for Aviation Fuel Truck Parking.
Consider staff recommendation to approve the proposed Revocable License Agreement with
Treasure Coast FBO, LLC, and authorize the Chairman to sign the License Agreement.
F.PUBLIC WORKS
1.Emergency Repairs Related to Tropical Strom Fay – Verada Ditch Improvements North of
Calmoso Drive and Calmoso Drive Replacement.
Consider staff recommendation to approve award of the Emergency Repairs related to Tropical
Strom Fay for the Verada Ditch North of Calmoso Drive and Calmoso Drive Culvert Replacement
Projects to the low bidder, Dickerson Florida, Inc., in the amount of $2,300,500.00.
Staff also recommends the Board approve Work Authorization No. 22 (Verada Ditch
Improvements North to Calmoso Drive) to Dunkelberger Engineering and Testing in the amount
of $53,000, and authorize the Chair to sign.
2.Emergency Repairs Related to Tropical Storm Fay – Verada Ditch Improvements South to
Calmoso Drive and Lucero Drive Culvert Replacement.
Consider staff recommendation to approve award of the Emergency Repairs related to Tropical
Strom Fay for the Verada Ditch South of Calmoso Drive and Lucero Drive Culvert Replacement
Projects to the low bidder, Ranger Construction Industries, Inc., in the amount of $3,032,500.00.
Staff also recommends the Board approve Work Authorization No. 23 (Verada Ditch
Improvements South of Calmoso Drive) to Dunkelberger Engineering and Testing, in the amount
of $66,705, and authorize the Chair to sign.
3.Okeechobee Road (SR 70) – Left Turn Lane at Peacock Road
Consider staff recommendation to approve waiver of formal bidding process and utilize the
opportunity provided by the Florida Department of Transportation SR 70 Widening project by
entering into a sole source contract with Dickerson Florida, Inc. in the amount of $185,293.85 for
the construction of a left turn lane on Okeechobee Road at Peacock Road.
4.Fort Pierce South Mine
Consider staff recommendation to approve to schedule a public hearing to be held May 5, 2009
at 6:00 p.m. or soon thereafter to consider the request of Fort Pierce South Mine permit
expansion.
5.Lennard Road Municipal Service Benefit Units (MSBU) 1, 2, and 3, for Paving and Drainage,
Water, and Sewer, respectively.
Consider staff recommendation to reject all bids and allow for the rebidding of the projects.
F. PUBLIC WORKS CONTINUED
6. Sunland Gardens Phase II Municipal Services Benefit Unit (MSBU) Project Budget and Interim
Financing.
Consider staff recommendation to adopt Resolution No. 09-057 (Attachment 1) to establish a
budget and authorize the Office of Management and Budget to proceed with additional interim
financing to fund the construction of potable water mains for Sunland Gardens Phase II MSBU.
G.GROWTH MANAGEMENT
1.Request of Adams Homes of New Florida for final plat for a two (2) lot residential subdivision
called “Adams Record Plat”. The proposed plat is a re-plat of Lots 23, 24 and 25 of 93,
Lakewood Park Unit 8 as recorded in Plat Book 11, Page 19 of the Public Records of St. Lucie
County Florida into two (2) lots.
Consider staff recommendation to approve the final plat of “Adams Record Plat” and authorize
final signature and recording.
2.Permission to advertise Ordinance No. 09-012, accepting the Draft Land Development Code as
received from Municipal Code Corporation (Municode), and Ordinance No. 09-013 amending the
St. Lucie County Land Development Code (LDC) to correct inconsistencies, minor errors and
omissions in the existing version of the code.
Consider staff recommendation to authorize staff to advertise proposed Ordinances 09-012 and
09-013 for public hearings before the Local Planning Agency on April 16, 2009 and the Board of
County Commissioners on May 5, 2009 and May 19, 2009 beginning at 6:00 p.m. or as soon
thereafter as may be heard.
H.MANAGEMENT AND BUDGET
1.Purchasing Division - Board approval of the cancellation without cause of contract C07-09-494
with Smurfit-Stone Container Corporation.
Consider staff recommendation to approve the cancellation without cause of contract C07-09-494
with Smurfit-Stone Container Corporation
PULLED PRIOR TO MEETING.
2.Purchasing Division - Board approval of the assignment of contract C08-10-558 from
Cliff Berry, Inc. to Everglades Waste Removal Services, LLC
Consider staff recommendation to approve the assignment of contract C08-10-558
from Cliff Berry, Inc. to Everglades Waste Removal Services, LLC and asking
permission for the Chair to sign the assignment as prepared by the County Attorney.
3.Purchasing Division - Board approval of the third amendment to contract C06-08-278 with South
Florida Concrete Service, Inc. and permission to advertise an Invitation to Bid (ITB) for Concrete,
Culvert, and Asphalt Installation as needed.
Consider staff recommendation to approve the third amendment to contract C06-05-278 with
South Florida Concrete Services, Inc. extending the contract through September 30, 2009,
permission for the Chair to sign the amendment as prepared by the County Attorney and
approval to advertise an Invitation to Bid (ITB) for Concrete, Culvert, and Asphalt installation as
needed.
I.ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES
1.Extension of the South Florida Water Management District/St. Lucie River Issues Team grant for
“Living in a Watershed” exhibit at the Oxbow Eco-Center.
Consider staff recommendation to approve to extend the SFWMD/St. Lucie River Issues Team
Grant to September 30, 2009 for the design, construction, and installation of a “Living in a
Watershed” exhibit at the Oxbow Eco-Center, and authorize the Chair to sign the amended
contract.
2.Transfer of surplus capital improvement funds to other projects, and approval of CIP summaries
(CIP09-033 and CIP09-034).
Consider staff recommendation to approve the transfer of surplus funds as identified in
Attachment A, and approval of CIP summaries (CIP09-033 and CIP09-034).
J.UTILITIES
1.Staff requests the Boards’ permission to declare an emergency, reject the remaining quotes for
the 16” Force Main on US Highway #1 and request a bid waiver per the Purchasing Manual
Section 5.5 to approve the formal quote from Ditchdiggers, Inc. (local contractor) in the amount
of $864,131.88.
Consider staff recommendation to declare an emergency, reject the remaining quotes for the 16”
Force Main on US Highway #1, approve a bid waiver per the Purchasing Manual Section 5.5 and
approve the formal quote from Ditchdiggers, Inc. (local contractor) in the amount of
$864,131.88.
2. Staff requests permission to advertise and provide notice to customers for a Public Hearing to
consider proposed Utility Rate Tariffs for the St. Lucie County Water & Sewer District. The Public
Hearing would be at the regular meeting of the Board on April 7, 2009. (Night Meeting)
Consider staff recommendation to grant permission to advertise and provide notice to customers
for a Public Hearing on April 7, 2009 to amend certain rates, fees and charges for the St. Lucie
County Water & Sewer District in St. Lucie County.
3. Staff requests approval of the Second Amendment to the agreement between Severn Trent
Environmental Services, Inc. and St. Lucie County.
Consider staff recommendation to approve the Second Amendment to the agreement between
Severn Trent Environmental Services, Inc. and St. Lucie County.
END OF CONSENT AGENDA
VII. PUBLIC HEARINGS
There are no public hearings scheduled for March 24, 2009.
END OF PUBLIC HEARINGS
REGULAR AGENDA
VIII. GROWTH MANAGEMENT
Petition of Dennis Murphy, Culpepper & Terpening Inc., for a 12 Month Extension of The Meridian of North
Hutchinson Island Major Site Plan project for property located on the northeast corner of the intersection of North
A-1-A and Shorewinds Drive (file No. BCC 720081502).
Consider staff recommendation to adopt Draft Resolution No. 09-021 granting the requested 12-month extension
The Meridian of North Hutchinson Island Major Site Plan.
IX. COUNTY ATTORNEY
Resolution No. 09-082 – Amendment to the Investment Policy
Consider staff recommendation to adopt Resolution No. 09-082 and authorize the Chair to sign the Resolution.
X. COMMUNITY SERVICES
Resolution No. 09-099 to modify the St. Lucie County Hurricane Housing Recovery Program (HHR) Housing
Assistance Plan (HAP).
Consider staff recommendation to adopt Resolution No. 09-099 to modify the St. Lucie County Hurricane Housing
Recovery Program (HHR) Housing Assistance Plan (HAP) and authorize staff to send the Modification to Florida
Housing Finance Corporation for approval.
XI. COMMUNITY SERVICES
Resolution No. 09-079 to modify the St. Lucie County State Housing Initiative Partnership (SHIP) Program Local
Housing Assistance Plan (LHAP).
Consider staff recommendation to adopt Resolution No. 09-079 to modify the St. Lucie County State Housing
Initiative Partnership (SHIP) Program Local Housing Assistance Plan (LHAP) and authorize staff to send the
Modification to Florida Housing Finance Corporation for approval.
XII. ADMINISTRATION
School Resource Officer (SRO) Programs in St. Lucie County. Presentation by Dr. Judi Miller, Chair School Board
of St. Lucie County and Dr. Michael Lannon Superintendent of The School Board of St. Lucie County.
XIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS
1. The Board of County Commissioners and the City of Fort Pierce will hold a Joint Meeting on Monday,
March 30, 2009 at 1:00 p.m. in the Commission Chambers at the City of Fort Pierce.
2. This year's Agricultural Tour, presented by the St. Lucie County Extension Advisory Council will be April 3,
2009, beginning at 7:30 a.m. at the USDA Horticultural Research Lab located at 2001 S. Rock Road in
Fort Pierce.
The USDA will be conducting an open house from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. There is no cost for either event.
Transportation and lunch will be provided thanks to our sponsors. Casual attire is recommended, as we
will be outdoors a large portion of the tour.
Extension programs are open to all persons without regard to race, color, sex, age, disability, religion, or
national origin. Participants with disabilities are asked to indicate any necessary accommodations ahead
of time by calling Karen at (772) 462-1660 before Friday, March 20.
XIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS
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3. Zora Fest! will be Friday, Saturday and Sunday, April 3, 4 and 5 at Lincoln Park Academy and other
venues. Hurston scholars will be on hand to discuss her writings and her life. Niece Lucy Hurston, a
professor at Manchester Community College in Connecticut, will be on hand for the festival and a Sunday
brunch at the Pelican Yacht Club on April 5, 2009. For additional information, contact the St. Lucie County
Cultural Affairs Council at (772) 462-1767 or go online at www.stlucieco.org/culturalaffairs/index.htm.
4. A public workshop to discuss proposed new rates, fees and charges for St. Lucie County Water & Sewer
District (Does not include the South Hutchinson Island District wastewater customers.) will be held on
March 31, 2009 from 6-8 pm in the County Commission Chambers at 2300 Virginia Ave., Fort Pierce, FL.
For additional information please call the Utilities at 772-462-1175.
5. The Oxbow Eco-Center's 9th Annual Earth Day Festival will be held on April 18th from 10am until 3pm.
The theme of the Festival is "Growing Green Together" in St. Lucie County and will highlight alternative
energy, water harvesting, healthy homes, slow foods, and lots more. This fun-filled event is designed for
the entire family with games, crafts, live animals, musical entertainment, and a wildlife parade. The event
is free and open to the public.
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6. The 18 Annual United Veterans Golf Classic will be held at Fairwinds Golf Course, Ft. Pierce, FL on April
18, 2009 this event is sponsored by St. Lucie County Veteran Services to benefit the St. Lucie County
United Veterans Transportation Program. The tournament is limited to the first 128 paid players. For
more information please call 772-337-5670.
7. The Master Gardener Spring into Gardening Festival will be held on Saturday April 25th from 8-2 p.m. As
well as plants for sale from our nursery, there will also be some local vendors selling their products too.
We will have a fashion show at 11:30 a.m. and the Taste of the Tropics at 12:30 p.m. where you can
sample fruits you may have never tried before! The sale 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.
NOTICE: All Proceedings before this Board are electronically recorded. Any person who decides to appeal any action taken by the Board at these
meetings will need a record of the proceedings and for such purpose may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made. Upon the
request of any party to the proceedings, individuals testifying during a hearing will be sworn in. Any party to the proceedings will be granted the
opportunity to cross-examine any individual testifying during a hearing upon request. Anyone with a disability requiring accommodation to attend this
meeting should contact the St. Lucie County Community Services Director at (772) 462-1777 or TDD (772) 462-1428 at least forty-eight (48) hours prior
to the meeting.
MOSQUITO CONTROL DISTRICT
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Chris Dzadovsky, Chairman District No. 1
Chris Craft, Vice Chairman District No. 5
Doug Coward District No. 2
Charles Grande District No. 4
Paula A. Lewis District No. 3
I. MINUTES
Approve the minutes from the March 10, 2009 meeting.
II. GENERAL PUBLIC COMMENT
III. CONSENT AGENDA
A. WARRANTS
Approve warrant list No. 24 and 25.
B. MANAGEMENT AND BUDGET
Purchasing Division - Board approval of the cancellation without cause of contract C08-03-217 with Freud
Jean d/b/a Coverall
Consider staff recommendation to approve the cancellation without cause of contract C08-03-217 with
Freud Jean d/b/a Coverall
C. GRANTS
1. Staff recommends that the Board approval Work Authorization No. 3 to (Attachment 1) Contract
No. CO8-01-062 relating to design, engineering and permitting services for a single-lane boat
ramp to be located at Little Mud Creek in Blind Creek Park. In addition, Staff recommends
approval of authorization to proceed with said engineering, permitting and surveying for the
planned single-lane boat ramp on Little Mud Creek at Blind Creek Park at an estimated cost of
$33,800.
2. Approve an expenditure of $52,300 for engineering, environmental, and permitting services for
the restoration of Impoundment 14C wetland. The Board is also being requested to approve
Work Authorization No. 3 to Contract C08-01-062 with Kimley Horn and Associates to provide the
engineering, environmental, and permitting services. Impoundment 14C wetlands border the
Indian River Lagoon and are located immediately north of the Florida Atlantic University Harbor
Branch campus and extend north to the Indian River County line. The engineering,
environmental, and permitting services need to be expedited to ensure the project is “shovel-
ready” for a potential Federal Stimulus Program grant.
Consider staff recommendation to approve the expenditure of $52,300 for engineering,
environmental, and permitting services for the restoration of Impoundment 14C wetland. Staff
also recommends the Board approve Work Authorization No. 3 to Contract C08-01-062 with
Kimley Horn and Associates to provide the engineering, environmental, and permitting services.
NOTICE: All Proceedings before this Board are electronically recorded. Any person who decides to appeal any action taken by the Board at these
meetings will need a record of the proceedings and for such purpose may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made. Upon the
request of any party to the proceedings, individuals testifying during a hearing will be sworn in. Any party to the proceedings will be granted the
opportunity to cross-examine any individual testifying during a hearing upon request. Anyone with a disability requiring accommodation to attend this
meeting should contact the St. Lucie County Community Services Director at (772) 462-1777 or TDD (772) 462-1428 at least forty-eight (48) hours prior
to the meeting.
EROSION DISTRICT
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Chris Craft, Chairman District No. 5
Charles Grande, Vice Chairman District No. 4
Doug Coward District No. 2
Chris Dzadovsky District No. 1
Paula A. Lewis District No. 3
I. MINUTES
Approve meeting minutes from the March 10, 2009 meeting.
Approve meeting minutes from the March 17, 2009 meeting.
II. GENERAL PUBLIC COMMENT
III. CONSENT AGENDA
A. WARRANTS
Approve warrant list No. 25
NOTICE: All Proceedings before this Board are electronically recorded. Any person who decides to appeal any action taken by the Board at these
meetings will need a record of the proceedings and for such purpose may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made. Upon the
request of any party to the proceedings, individuals testifying during a hearing will be sworn in. Any party to the proceedings will be granted the
opportunity to cross-examine any individual testifying during a hearing upon request. Anyone with a disability requiring accommodation to attend this
meeting should contact the St. Lucie County Community Services Director at (772) 462-1777 or TDD (772) 462-1428 at least forty-eight (48) hours prior
to the meeting.