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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
ST. LUCIE COUNTY, FLORIDA
REGULAR MEETING
Date: February 14, 2006 Convened: 9:00 a.m.
Tape: 1-2 Adjourned:10:50 a.m.
Commissioners Present: Doug Coward, Chairman, Chris Craft, Joseph Smith, Paula A.
Lewis, absent on County Business; Frannie Hutchinson, absent on County Business
Others Present: Doug Anderson, County Administrator, Faye Outlaw, Asst. County
Administrator, Dan McIntyre, County Attorney, Pete Keogh, Park and Recreation
Director, Mike Bowers, Utilities Director, Don West, Public Works Director, Beth Ryder,
Community Services Director, Marie Gouin, M & B Director, Jack Southard, Public
Safety Director, Roger Shinn, Central Services Director, Ed Fry, Clerk of Circuit Court,
Vanessa Bassey, Environmental Resources Director, Susan Kilmer, Library Director,
Millie Delgado-Feliciano, Deputy Clerk
1.MINUTES (1-024)
It was moved by Com. Craft, seconded by Com. Smith to approve the minutes of the
meeting held February 7, 2006, and; upon roll call, motion carried unanimously.
2.PROCLAMATIONS/PRESENTATION
A.The County Administrator announced the Employee of the Quarter,
Ms. Dorothy Blair, Library.
B.Resolution No. 06-063 Proclaiming February 19, 2006 through
February 25, 2006 as “Engineers Week” in St. Lucie County, Florida.
It was moved by Com. Smith, seconded by Com. Craft, to approve Resolution No. 06-
063, and; upon roll call, motion carried unanimously.
C.Presentation by Ed Fry, Clerk of the Circuit Court
The Clerk of Court addressed the Board and presented the Certificate of Achievement for
Excellence in Financial Reporting awarded to St. Lucie County for Fiscal Year Ended
September 30, 2004.
Mr. Fry also presented the Investment Summary for Fiscal Year 2005 for the Board to
review.
D.The County Administrator read upcoming events.
3.GENERAL PUBLIC COMMENTS (1-050)
Mr. Timothy Jelus, Waterstone Developer, addressed the Board and asked for permission
to have the contractors work on President’s Day. He stated he had discussed this issue
with the residents and they stated they would be working also and did not have a problem
with the request.
The County Administrator advised the Board he had contacted the residents to verify the
fact they agreed to the President’s Day issue and stated they confirmed their approval.
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The Code Compliance Manager addressed the Board and stated he had met with the KB
Homes who would be building some of the homes in the development and advised the
Board that once the plat is approved the permits will be issued and the building of the
model homes can begin.
The County Attorney advised the Board Florida Statutes lays out certain holidays and it
may be possible to follow this format.
Com. Craft requested a copy of the holidays according to Florida Statutes be given to Mr.
Jelus and the residents to see if they can come to an agreement to the holidays listed.
4.CONSENT AGENDA
It was moved by Com. Craft, seconded by Com. Smith, to approve the Consent Agenda,
with item C-15 pulled and placed on the regular agenda, and to include the approval of
items CA-1 through CA-3and; upon roll call, motion carried unanimously.
1.WARRANT LIST
The Board approved Warrant List No. 19.
2.COUNTY ATTORNEY
A.Resolution No. 06-072 Extending the State of Emergency for
Hurricane Frances; and Resolution No. 06-073 Extending the State of
Emergency for Hurricane Jeanne- The Board approved Resolution No.
06-072 and Resolution No. 06-073.
B.Resolution No. 06-074 extending the State of Emergency for
Hurricane Wilma- The Board approved Resolution No. 06-074.
C.Resolution No. 06-065 Authorizing Commissioner Lewis to sign plat-
The Board approved Resolution No. 06-065.
D.After the Fact – Revocable License Agreement Stuart and Sandra
Shipe- The Board approved the Revocable License Agreement,
authorized the Chairman to sign the Agreement and directed staff to
record the document in the Public Records of St. Lucie County,
Florida.
E.Treasure Coast Education, Research and Development Park- Second
Amendment to March 15, 2005 Consultant Agreement with DSA- The
Board approved the proposed Second Amendment to the March 15,
2005 Consultant Agreement with EDSA and authorized the Chairman
to sign the amendment.
F.Budget Amendment No. BA06-125- The Board approved the transfer
of $45,000 from Contingency to Professional Services as requested.
G.St. Lucie County Fairgrounds- FPL – 10’ Utility Easement- The
Board approved the Utility Easement in favor of FPL authorized the
Chairman to execute the Easement and directed staff to record the
Easement in the Public Records of St. Lucie County, Florida.
H.Howard Creek Estates- Subdivision Improvement Agreement- The
Board approved the proposed Subdivision Improvement Agreement
with Anthony Nardone for Howard Creek Estates and authorized the
Chairman to sign the Agreement.
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3.PUBLIC SAFETY
Request to accept Modification No. 2 to Agreement No. 05-DS-2N-10-66-01-411- State
Homeland Grant time extension- The Board approved Modification No. 2 to Agreement
No. 05-DS-2N-10-66-01-411 State Homeland Security Grant.
4.SOLID WASTE
A.First Amendment to Sierra Inernational Machinery Inc.- The Board
approved the First Amendment to the Sierra International Machinery,
Inc., Agreement for maintenance service for the baler and conveyor
systems increasing the Agreement to a “not to exceed” amount of
$300,000.
B.Staff requested the Board approved the January 27, 2006 from CDM
for engineering services- The Board approved the January 27, 2006
proposal from CDM for engineering services to assist St. Lucie
County with the expansion of the Solid Waste Baling & Recycling
Facility for final design, bidding and construction services for a lump
sum of $193,320.
5.PARKS AND RECREATION
A.Purchase of Inflatable Recreation Equipment for Lincoln Park
Community Center Equipment Request EQ 06-241 and Budget
Amendment No. BA 06-125 - The Board approved Budget
Amendment No. BA06-125 to purchase an inflatable piece at a cost of
$3,558.00.
B.Purchase of a water fountain and storage shed for Lincoln Park
Community Center- The Board approved the purchase of a water
fountain and a 10’x10’ storage shed for Lincoln Park Community
Center at a cost of $2,l43.00 and $2,115.00 respectively.
C.Purchase of Utility Cart for Tradition Field- The Board approved
Budget Amendment No. BA06-124 to purchase a utility cart at a cost
of $5,350.
6.ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES
A.Extension to Interlocal Agreement with the Florida Inland Navigation
District for Project # ICW-SLC-05-02-M-8- and M-12 Shoreline
Stabilization Project to extend the completion date to February 17,
2007 – The Board approved the extension to the Interlocal Agreement
with FIND and authorized the Chairman to sign the Agreement.
B.Approval of reduction in the overall retainage of the Indian River
Drive Phase II Revegetation Project with Vila & Son Landscaping
Corp from 10% to 5% for the remainder of the contract- The Board
granted the reduction in the overall retainage from $326,386.62 to
$163,193.31.
7.ADMINISTRATION
Submittal of Seaport Dredging Grant Application to Florid Ports Council/FSTED for
Phases 2 ad 3 of the Taylor Creek Dredging Project- The Board approved the submittal
of the Seaport Dredging Grant Application to Florida Ports Council/FSTED for
additional funding of $1,500,000 for phases 2 and 3 of the Taylor Creek Dredging
Project.
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8.AIRPORT
A.Extend FDOT Joint Participation Agreement from January 31, 2006 to
December 31, 2006 and authorize the Airport Director to sign for time
extension when no additional grants are involved.- The Board
approved the extension of FDOT JPA # 412398-1-94-01 and
authorized the chair to execute the extension and authorize the Airport
Director going forward to sign grant extensions as long as there this no
change to the grant amount for the St. Lucie County International
Airport.
B.Commercial Fence Contractors- Change Order No. 3 Extension of
Time for Fencing at the St. Lucie County International Airport- The
Board approved Change Order No. 3 increasing the contract number
C05-01-052 to Commercial Fence Contractors, Inc. 74 days making
the new contract expiration date March 15, 2006 and authorized the
Chair to sign the change order for security fencing at the St. Lucie
County International Airport.
C.Resolution No. 06-070 for Amended FDOT Supplemental Joint
Participation Agreement for the project, install Security Fencing and
Security System- The Board approved Resolution No. 06-070 FDOT
Supplemental Joint Participation Agreement for Security Fencing &
Security System enhancements with FDOT funding $352,264 and a
local match of $88,066 for a project total of $440,330 and authorized
the Chairman to execute the same.
D.Correct Scrivener Error on October 11, 2005 agenda request to revise
funds available Account # 140340-4220-563000-400 and approved
budget amendment BA 06-126- The Board approved the correction to
the scrivener error for the account number listed on the agenda request
for the October 11, 2005 Board approval of Bid No. 05-105 for FRP
Glide Slope-Runway 9 Replacement, and approved Budget
Amendment No. BA06-126.
9.HUMAN RESOURCES
The following proposed actions are being taken in order to reward longevity and
experience and recognize dedicated and loyal service by increasing the payout gradual
increments beyond the current 480 hours of terminal incentive pay by 40 hours each ear
after 10 or more years of creditable County employment up to a maximum of 720 hours
after 16 years of continuous service to St. Lucie County Board of County Commissioners
for non-bargaining unit employees. Also, to enhance the ability to attract and retain
quality employees, those employees who have between 5-9 years of continuous service
with St. Lucie County Board of County Commissioners will receive a half day’s pay
annually based on their hourly rate of pay as of September 30. Employees who have 11
or more years of continuous County service with the St. Lucie County Board of County
Commissioners would receive a full day’s pay based on their hourly rate of pay as of
September 30 for all non-bargaining unit employees.- The Board approved the proposals
for all non-bargaining unit employees.
10.MANAGEMENT AND BUDGET
Dori Slosberg Mini-Grant Awards- The Board approved the awards of grant funds;
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changing the award date this year to March 1 instead of November 1 and authorized the
County Attorney’s office to draw up the appropriate contracts for the Chairman’s
signature.
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11.SHERIFF
Advancement for hurricane costs and budget amendment in the amount of $396,999.00-
The Board approved the request for advance and budget amendment in the amount of
$396,999.00.
12.AGRICULTURE
Position Request for Extension Manager/Program Specialist- The Board approved the
position for an Extension Manager/Program Specialist.
13.PURCHASING
A.Award of RFP No. 06-001 Advertising Services for
Tourism/Economic Development Division- The Board approved
negotiating and awarding RFP No. 06-001 advertising services for
Tourism/Economic Development Division to Gold & Associates and
authorized the Chairman to sign the contract as prepared by the
County Attorney.
B.Award of Bid # 06-022- St. Lucie County International Airport
Construction Plans for Fiber Optic Communication System- The
Board approved awarding Bid # 06-022 SLC International Airport
Construction Plans for Fiber Optic Communication System to the low
bidder, Precision Contracting Services Inc., for a total amount of
$258,311.85.
C.Award of Bid # 06-023 Airport Beacon Replacement and Tower
Repairs- The Board awarded Bid # 06-023 to the only bidder,
Southeastern Communication Services for a total amount of
$33,882.00 and authorized the Chairman to sign the contract as
prepared by the County Attorney.
D.Fixed Asset Inventory Property Record Removal and permission to
advertise Invitation for Bid to sell the attached list of equipment- The
Board authorized staff to remove the attached records from the fixed
asset inventory and authorized permission to advertise for bids.
E.Award of Invitation for Bids # 11,12 and 13 CDBG Housing
Rehabilitation- The Board awarded Bid # 11 and 12 to the low bidder,
Angus Enterprises, Inc., for a total amount of $ 135,000 each, awarded
Bid # 13 to the low bidder, Alton Silver Homes, for a total amount of
$138,000 and authorized the Chairman to sign the contract as prepared
by the County Attorney.
F.Approval to amend the contract award amount of $145,086.00
awarded to Sunrise Systems Inc., to include the payment and
performance bond amount of $2,901.72 necessary for the Rock Road
Jail EIFS Removal on B-4 Dorm and Medical Building- The Board
approved amending the contract award amount for a total price of
$147,987.72 and approved the Chairman signing the contract as
prepared by the County Attorney.
14.UTILITIES
Release of Retainage and Final Payment Application for Ditchdiggers, Inc., for
construction services related to the US 1/Turnpike Feeder Road in the amount of
$117,896.12- The Board approved the release of retainage and final payment application
for Ditchdiggers, for construction services related to the US 1 Turnpike Feeder Road in
the amount of $117,896.12.
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15.COMMUNITY SERVICES
This item was placed on the regular agenda for discussion.
16.INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Request Board approval of a new agreement, C.A. No. 6-194 to extend the existing Bell
South Centrex telephone service- The Board approved the request and authorized the
Chairman to sign the agreement.
ADDITIONS/
CA-1 COUNTY ATTORNEY
Ordinance No. 06-011- Deleting Property described in Exhibit 1 from Ordinance No.
2005-06 (Stop Gap) Ordinance- Based on prior direction the Board approved granting
permission to advertise Ordinance No. 06-011.
CA-2. GRANTS
Authorize the submittal of a grant application to the Florida Division of Emergency
Management for a grant not to exceed $25,000 to be utilized to continue development of
a Community Emergency Response Team. The Board authorized the submittal of the
grant application, and also authorized the acceptance of the grant if approved for funding.
CA-3. COMMUNITY SERVICES
Authorize the submission of a Federal Appropriation request for buses and an Intermodal
Operation and Maintenance Facility- The Board approved the submission of a Federal
Appropriation request for buses and an Intermodel Operation and Maintenance Facility.
REGULAR AGENDA
5.A PUBLIC SAFETY (1-982)
Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity Application of A Quality Care Transport
for a Class F CON- Consider staff recommendation to approve the request of A Quality
Care Transport and issue a CON for a Class F CON.
Staff requested this item be continued to the February 28, 2006 meeting.
Ms. Paula Barakous, owner of “We Care” addressed the Board and expressed her
concern if there was a need for another service provider in the county. She also
questioned the delay in the Medicaid application.
The Chairman requested Ms. Barakous present her concerns in writing to the Board prior
to the February 28, 2006 meeting.
Mr. Ray Williams, applicant, addressed Ms. Barakous concerns and stated the Medicaid
application has taken time due to the hurricanes and the damage the office has incurred.
He stated he had to go through the 800 number for the application and this normally takes
between 4 to 6 months.
It was moved by Com. Crafat, seconded by Com. Smith, to continue this item on
February 28, 2006 at 9:00 a.m. or as soon thereafter as it may be heard; and, upon roll
call, motion carried unanimously.
6. ADMINISTRATION (1-1153)
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West Midway Road Improvement District- Staff recommends that County staff continue
discussions with the City of Port St. Lucie, Culpepper & Terpening, and adjacent
property owners to explore forming a Special Assessment District for West Midway
Road improvements from I-95 to State Road 70.
It was moved by Com. Smith, seconded by Com. Craft, to approve staff recommendation,
and; upon roll call, motion carried unanimously.
7.ADMINISTRATION (1-1493)
Port Berths No. 2 & 3 Permitting- Staff recommends the County not withdraw the Port
Berths No. 2 & 3 Permitting Applications at this time.
It was moved by Com. Craft, seconded by Com. Smith to approve staff recommendation,
and; upon roll call, motion carried unanimously.
8.CENTRAL SERVICES
Approve Demolition and Removal of Port St. Lucie Yacht Club- Approval to use lowest
quotation, John O’Connell Demolition .
Mr. Robert Gordon, Commodore, addressed the Board and asked the proposal be tabled
until they can obtain more information on repairs. He stated he had received different
figures from various contractors.
Mr. Jim Trump, Yacht Club member, addressed the Board and stated the additional
damage to the Club was caused due to the county not covering the damage on the roof as
promised. The Club members have contacted an attorney to protect their investment in
the club.
Mr. David Hedgecock member of the Club submitted a letter from the Yacht Club
members.
Mr. William Woolet, member addressed the Board alluded to page 15 of the contract
which states, “ the Yacht Club shall determine whether to build or re-build” and stated
they have not been given the opportunity.
Ms. Jane Monahan, member of the Yacht Club addressed the Board and requested this
item be tabled. She stated the members have maintained and handled the rental of the
building and would like to continue to do so.
The County Attorney recommended continuing this item for a later date and suggested
acquiring an independent architect to give an estimate of the cost to repair. He stated the
lease does provide for the members to repair from disasters, however, they do need to
show they have the monetary means to do the repairs.
The County Administrator advised the Board he is still working with the insurance
company.
The County’s Risk Management Manager advised the Board the county is not required to
have insurance on the facility and the agreement with the Club stated they are responsible
for having insurance on the building at the fair market value of the property.
Com. Coward expressed his concern with the fact the insurance the Club had on the
property is less than the replacement cost.
It was moved by Com. Craft, seconded by Com. Smith to continue this item on February
28, 2006 at 9:00 a.m. or as soon thereafter as it may be heard, and; upon roll call, motion
carried unanimously.
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9.COUNTY ATTORNEY
Florida Communities Trust- Hackberry Hammock/FCT Project 05-069-FF5 – Contract
for Sale and Purchase- Kelly - Consider staff recommendation to approve the contract
for sale and purchase of the Kelly parcels for $775,000 as shown and authorize the
Chairman to execute the contracts and directed staff to close the transaction and record
the documents in the Public Records of St. Lucie County, Florida.
It was moved by Com. Craft, seconded by Com. Smith, to approve the contract for sale
and purchase of the Kelly parcels for $775,000.; and; upon roll call, motion carried
unanimously.
10.COUNTY ATTORNEY
Sandscrub, LLC – Contract for Sale and Purchase- Perpetual Conservation Easement
Part of Tax I.D. No. 4116-113-0025-000-6- Consider staff recommendation to approve
the Contract for Sale and Purchase of the Perpetual Conservation Easement for
$2,000,000.00 as shown on the map, authorize the Chairman to execute the Contracts and
direct staff to close the transactions and record the documents in the Public Records of St.
Lucie County, Florida.
Com. Coward expressed his concern with there not being hunting restrictions on the
property and asked that be incorporated into the agreement.
Staff advised the Board this could be made part of the management plan.
The County Attorney advised the Board he could address the concern and add the
language to clarify those concerns.
It was moved by Com. Smith, seconded by Com. Craft to approve staff recommendation,
and; upon roll call, motion carried unanimously.
C-15. COMMUNITY SERVICES
Permission to move forward with two housing developments: Villa Seton and Ft. Pierce
Housing Authority- Consider staff recommendation to approve partial funding for the
Villa Seton project and Ft. Pierce Housing Authority affordable housing collaborative in
conjunction with the City of Ft. Pierce and the City of Port St. Lucie.
The Housing Manager gave an update on the program.
It was moved by Com. Craft, seconded by Com. Smith 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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