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HomeMy WebLinkAboutBocc Minutes 4-5-11 BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISIONERS ST LUCIE COUNTY, FLORIDA REGULAR MEETING Date: April 5, 2011 Convened: 6:00 p.m. Adjourned: 8:30 p.m. Commissioners Present: Chairman, Chris Craft, Chris Dzadovsky, Paula A. Lewis, Frannie Hutchinson, Tod Mowery Others Present: Faye Outlaw, County Administrator, Lee Ann Lowery, Asst. County Administrator, Dan McIntyre, County Attorney, Debra Brisson, Parks and Rec. Director, Lauri Waldie, Utilities Director, Beth Ryder, Community Services Director, Mark Satterlee, Growth Management Director, Joseph E. Smith, Clerk of Court, Millie Delgado-Feliciano, Deputy Clerk, Lucero Carrillo, Deputy Clerk I. INVOCATION II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE III. MINUTES Approve the minutes from the March 22, 2011 meeting. It was moved by Com. Mowery, seconded by Com. Lewis to approve the minutes of the meeting held March 22, 2011, and; upon roll call, motion carried unanimously. IV. PROCLAMATIONS/PRESENTATIONS A. COUNTY ATTORNEY Resolution No. 11-067 – Proclaiming April 10, 2011 through April 16, 2011 as “Crime Victims’ Rights Week”. Consider staff recommendation to adopt Resolution No. 11-067 as drafted. It was moved by Com. Lewis, seconded by Com. Mowery to approve the Resolution No. 11-067 as drafted, and; upon roll call, motion carried unanimously. B. COUNTY ATTORNEY Resolution No. 11-066 – Proclaiming April 25-30, 2011 as “The City of Port St. Lucie’s 50 th Anniversary Celebration Week” in St. Lucie County, Florida Consider staff recommendation to adopt Resolution No. 11-066 as drafted. It was moved by Com. Lewis, seconded by Com. Mowery to approve the Resolution No. 11-066 as drafted, and; upon roll call, motion carried unanimously. C. COUNTY ATTORNEY Resolution No. 11-068 – Candy Flavored Tobacco in St. Lucie County, Florida. Consider staff recommendation to adopt Resolution No. 11-068 as drafted. It was moved by Com. Dzadovsky, seconded by Com. Lewis to approve the Resolution No. 11-068 as drafted, and; upon roll call, motion carried unanimously. D. COUNTY ATTORNEY Resolution No. 11-069 – Declaring the month of April 2011 as “Water Conservation Month”. 1 Consider staff recommendation to adopt Resolution No. 11-069 as drafted. It was moved by Com. Mowery, seconded by Com. Lewis to approve the Resolution No. 11-069 as drafted, and; upon roll call, motion carried unanimously. E. Presentation was given by Clerk Joseph E. Smith on the 2010 CAFR (Comprehensive Annual Financial Reporting) and PAFR (Popular Annual Financial Reporting) F. The Annual Audit Report was presented by J. Gaines of Berger, Toombs, Elam, Gaines & Frank A Presentation was given by County Administrator Faye W. Outlaw on the 2010 CAFR (Comprehensive Annual Financial Reporting) the fund balance carried over and money that they have not used in a fiscal year to help, which is brought up to balance budgets. She mentioned that the CAFR itself is retrospective for the fiscal year that ended in September 30, 2010. The County Administrator recapped the balance sheet of the critical number that the board needs to keep in mind in balancing the County’s budget for FY12 which starts October 1, 2011and the one that they are preparing as of now. Com. Craft congratulated County Administrator Faye W. Outlaw for the hard work and the team that she has in being able to pull everything together. The sustainable budget and how the board listened and they started working towards that goal. He indicated that they have experienced greater savings then what they had anticipated. Com. Mowery stated that being the newest member of the board he has been pleased with the plans that he has seen so far. He does appreciate the diligence and that they are keeping at least the 10% fund reserve for emergency situations. V. GENERAL PUBLIC COMMENT Ms. Peggy S. (unintelligible last name) addressed the board indicating that she is a concerned citizen that has lived in this county 13 years. She is concerned about the county’s fiscal year responsibility. She addressed the board and requested the attempt to change the direction that the Children Services Council has taken in the last few years to fund Plant Parenthood. Mr. Cliff Danley, President of Golf Cart Company addressed the board and thanked them because they moved to Nexus Park where they took a lease for 50,000 square feet. He announced that everyone is happy to be in St. Lucie County. He also mentioned that they hope to employ 30-50 people within the next year. Com. Craft indicated that he appreciates Mr. Cliff for taking the opportunity to come before the board and bringing this information about his business to the entire community. Com. Dzadovsky mentioned that he actually attended their grand opening and stated County staff had worked hard to assist Mr. Danley and their group. Mr. John Arena addressed the board and mentioned that in 1987 he contacted Union Carbide regarding their insulation which was being used to insulate ships and help maintain the liquefied natural gas at a certain temperature and pressure. It turned out to be expensive since the process to manufacture the product was time consuming. Dr. Michael Husky, Physician and resident of this county for over 10 years, a member of the Treasure Coast Tea Party, addressed the board regarding last year tax bill on his homestead increased $400. He addressed board member and indicated that Plant Parenthood is making millions of dollars every year and suggested the county stop funding Plant Parenthood in St. Lucie County. Mr. Robert Mucklow has been living in St. Lucie County since 1972 resides at 1891 South East Aires Lane in Port. St. Lucie. He indicated that he is a Vietnam Veteran and a very concerned citizen based on the preparation of taxpayer funds to subsidize a for profit corporation namely Plant Parenthood. He also indicated that he believes taxpayer’s money should be spent wisely. Mr. Marti L. 2400 South Ocean Drive Unit V 1115 addressed the board and announced that he had the opportunity to attend a Committee meeting and heard from the Assistant Director Solid Waste, Ron Roberts. He mentioned he discussed the many challenges that he is dealing with on behalf of the County and its residents when it comes to issues relating to waste disposal. He indicated this year; the Manatee Center will be having an event during environmental education week. Ms. Mary Burton a citizen of St. Lucie County for over 20 years addressed the board indicating she has a problem with Plant Parenthood. Since this is a taxing authority taxpayer’s are not being represented and she indicated that many taxpayers complain because they do not want their money to be used this way for such an organization. She mentioned that they can use this money 2 for other types of programs such as Big Brothers Big Sisters or other organizations that are developed specifically for children. Ms. Julie Isles St. Lucie County resident and taxpayer addressed the board and indicated that she was here to represent current and upcoming voters. She encouraged the board to stop supporting funding of Plant Parenthood through the Children Services Council. St. Lucie County resident and educator indicated that he is interested in the lives of children. He addressed the board indicating that the board appointed member is not speaking for herself but is speaking on behalf of all Commissioners here. He indicated that one of the things that many people don’t like is the funding of Plant Parenthood. He hopes that Com. Lewis changes her mind by looking into some other agencies. Mr. Brian L. a local Pastor and a Tea Party leader addressed the board indicating that he is doing his part to conserve water. His family uses only 200 gallons of water a day. One of the things that he has been able to do as a leader is to develop an email list of over 2400 people that are concerned about what is happening, and where tax dollars are being used and their traditional values. He stated that he does commend the work of Com. Lewis and County staff working to cut the budget. St. Lucie County resident a 16 year resident of Port. St. Lucie is a retired businessman from New England and also a Vietnam Veteran and is a Tea Party organizer and leader. He addressed the board requesting they stop the funding of this organization. Com. Lewis indicated that as far as recommending names to the Children Services Council she was not prepared for this and does not have facts and or figures. She indicated that there are four or six members appointed by the governor’s office. Each time when those seats come up, the board is required to send three names to the governor’s office. Last time there were two seats up and they had to send six different names. She indicated that they don’t control the membership of the Children Services Council. The funding has taking place over a period of years and there have been years of discussion which have gone into the decisions that they’ve made. Based on the school Resource Officer Issue, for one thing the easiest issue to address is that the money that Children Services Council raises is an independent taxing body by the Citizens of St. Lucie County since 1990. The taxes that they collect are not available to be used to fund the school resource officers. Currently the County Commission is the largest funder through the Sheriff’s Department of this program and the School Board was contributing as well as the City of Port. St. Lucie. Com. Lewis mentioned that as far as Children Services Council and Plant Parenthood she has been informed by the Treasure Coast Agency that they do not receive money from the National Organization. Their Financial Organization sends them money on a yearly basis which qualifies them as part of this organization. She indicated that the Plant Parenthood funding that they provide is for three specific programs which is funded on a reimbursement basis. Programs are devoted to prevent any dreadful circumstances, such as teens’ pregnancy, the spread of HIV, and sexual transmitted disease. These services are able to inform the children and she believes that it is appropriate to educate children. As long as they are providing services in the community she will continue to help them. She also mentioned that if she sees any changes at that point she will review her decision. Com. Craft mentioned that the great thing about this county is the opportunity for the citizens to come and address their elected officials. VI. CONSENT AGENDA It was moved by Com. Mowery, seconded by Com. Hutchinson, to approve the Consent Agenda and; upon roll call, motion carried unanimously. A. WARRANTS Approve warrant list No. 26 and 27. The Board approved warrant list No. 26 and 27. B. COUNTY ATTORNEY 1. Request to have the Board approve an Interlocal Agreement between St. Lucie County and Nineteenth Judicial Circuit. The board approved the Interlocal Agreement, and authorized the Chairman to sign. 3 2. Second Amended Contract with New Horizons for staff services and support for defendants with mental health and co-occurring issues who would otherwise be incarcerated in the County jail. The board approved the amended contract with New Horizons. The Second amended contract will still have a termination date of June 30, 2011, but services to clients will be adjusted to comply with the new grant termination date. 3. St. Lucie County International Airport – Termination of May 16, 2008 Lease Agreement and Revocable License Agreement with Treasure Coast FBO, LLC The board approved to terminate the May 16, 2008 Lease Agreement as to the Development Parcel only and the March 24, 2009 Revocable License Agreement with Treasure Coast FBO, L.L.C. 4. Permission to Advertise – Ordinance No. 11-010 Creating Chapter 1-15.5 (Pawnbrokers and Secondhand Dealers) to Establish New Record Keeping and Holding Period Requirements for Pawnbrokers and Secondhand Dealers The board approved permission to advertise proposed Ordinance No. 11-010 for public hearing on May 3, 2011 at 6:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as may be heard. 5. Florida Communities Trust – Becker Preserve/FCT Project 08-057-FF8 – Option Agreement for Sale and Purchase – Parcel I. D. Nos. 2429-321-0003-000-0 and 2430- 411-0001-000-6 The board approved the Option Agreement for Sale and Purchase of the Becker Preserve parcels, authorized the Chairman to execute the Option Agreement and direct staff to close the transaction and record the documents in the Public Records of St. Lucie County, Florida. 6. Permission to Advertise Ordinance No. 11-017 Pain Management Clinics The board approved permission to advertise proposed Ordinance No. 11-017 for public hearing before the Local Planning Agency on April 21, 2011, and the Board of County Commissioners on May 3, 2011, at 6 p.m. or as soon thereafter as may be heard and May 17, 2011, at 9 a.m. or as soon thereafter as may be heard. B. COUNTY ATTORNEY CONTINUED 7. Street Name Change – Pruitt Research Center Road to Pruitt Research Road – Resolution No. 11-075 The board approved the proposed street name change of Pruitt Research Center Road to Pruitt Research Road, as shown on the attached map, authorized the Chairman to execute Resolution No. 11-075, direct staff to notify the appropriate Utilities, the U.S. Postal Service, the Property Appraiser, the Supervisor of Elections, the St. Lucie County Sheriff and record the Resolution in the Public Records of St. Lucie County. C. HOUSING & COMMUNITY SERVICES Housing Division: Deed Transfer of 7706 Palomar Street The board approved the transfer of 7706 Palomar Street to Fort Pierce Housing Authority, dba Fort Pierce Housing Development and authorization for the Chairman to sign documents as approved by the County Attorney. D. PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT SERVICES Tropicana Manufacturing Company, Inc. – Request for Job Growth Investment Grant (JGIG) Incentives The board approved Job Growth Investment Grant JGIG-11-001 in the amount of $18,150 phased over two years based upon the hiring of 11 employees at an average wage of $17.41 per hour. E. PARKS, RECREATION & FACILITIES 1. Children’s Services 2011 Summer Camp Grant Award and Budget Resolution No. 11-077. The board approved to accept a $20,800 grant award for a summer camp program at the Fenn Center and a $20,000 grant award for a summer camp program at the Lincoln Park 4 Community Center from the Children’s Services Council and authorization for the Chairman to execute the agreements as approved by the County Attorney and approval of Budget Amendment 11-077 establishing a budget for the Fenn Center summer camp program and approval of five (5) temporary positions as outlined in the agenda memorandum. 2. Agreement with the Smithsonian Institution to display the Smithsonian’s “Exploring Marine Ecosystems Exhibit” The board approved of Agreement with the Smithsonian Institution to display the Smithsonian’s “Exploring Marine Ecosystems Exhibit” and authorization for the Chairman to execute the Agreement as approved by the County Attorney’s office. 3. St. Lucie County Marine Center Name Change The board approved to change the name of the St. Lucie County Marine Center to the St. Lucie County Aquarium. VII. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT SERVICES Rezoning request – Apostolic Assembly of the Faith in Christ Jesus Consider staff recommendation to adopt Resolution No. 11-003, granting approval of an Amendment to the Official Zoning Atlas to change the zoning from CG (Commercial, General) Zoning District to RF (Religious Facilities) Zoning District. Public Comment Alfonzo Ortiz addressed the board and thanked them for the opportunity. It was moved by Com. Mowery, seconded by Com. Dzadovsky to approve the Resolution No. 11- 003 granting approval of an Amendment to the Official Zoning Atlas to change the zoning from CG (Commercial, General) Zoning District to RF (Religious Facilities) Zoning District, and; upon roll call, motion carried unanimously. B. PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT SERVICES Development Agreement (DVA) 06-001 Revocation, Incom Properties 31, Inc. Consider staff recommendation to adopt Resolution No. 11-004 revoking Development Agreement (DVA) 06-001. It was moved by Com. Dzadovsky, seconded by Com. Lewis to approve the Resolution No. 11-004 revoking Development Agreement (DVA) 06-001, and; upon roll call, motion carried unanimously. C. PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT SERVICES Development Agreement (DVA) 07-001 Revocation, Incom Properties 31, Inc. Consider staff recommendation to adopt Resolution No. 11-005 revoking Development Agreement (DVA) 07-001. It was moved by Com. Mowery, seconded by Com. Dzadovsky to approve continuing this to public hearing for August 2, 2011 at 6:00 p.m. or as soon thereafter as possible and; upon roll call, motion carried unanimously. D. PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT SERVICES Ordinance No. 11-015 – DGC Environmental Services, Inc. Text Amendment to the IL (Industrial, Light) Zoning District. Consider staff recommendation to review and approve to schedule the second required public hearing for April 19, 2011 at 9 am, or as soon thereafter as possible. The Board approved to schedule the second required public hearing for April 19, 2011 at 9 am, or as soon thereafter as possible. 5 E. COUNTY ATTORNEY 2011 Economic Development Exemption Application – Tropicana Manufacturing Company; Ordinance No. 11-006 Com. Mowery advised the board he would be abstaining from voting on this item due to his employment with the firm. Consider staff recommendation to adopt Ordinance No. 11-006 and authorize the Chairman to sign the Ordinance. It was moved by Com. Dzadovsky, seconded by Com. Lewis to approve the Ordinance No. 11-006 and authorized the Chairman to sign the Ordinance.and; upon roll call, motion carried unanimously with Com. Mowery abstaining. VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS 1. The Master Gardener Spring into Gardening Festival will be held on Saturday May 14th 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. 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. here being no further business to be brought before the Board, the meeting was adjourned. T __________________________ Chairman __________________________ Clerk of the Circuit Court 6