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HomeMy WebLinkAboutSeptember 13, 2011 Agenda PackageCtW ~_..!_..u1.w.... 1 ..v.~ ~u...~l.i~l~i. I 3 i~ (!S r ~~ L~~ V.;.' - i~~'~ AGENDA Tuesday, September 13, 2011 9:00 A.M. INFORMAL MEETING 1. CALL TO ORDER - COMMISSIONER CHRIS CRAFT, CHAIRMAN BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS 2. BEAU RIVAGE FOLLOW UP DISCUSSION 3. UPDATE ON BROCKSMITH ROAD 4. SOUTHEAST FLORIDA REGIONAL PARTNERSHIP 5. DISCUSSION: FORMAT FOR 2012 BUDGET WORK SESSIONS 6. ADJOURNMENT CONFERENCE ROOM #3 ROGER POITRAS ADMINISTRATION ANNEX 2300 VIRGINIA AVENUE, FORT PIERCE FLORIDA 34982 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 Manager at (772) 462-1777 or TDD (772) 462-1428 at least forty-eight (48) hours prior to the meeting. Item No. 3 JOHNATHAN A. FERGUSON ATTORNEY AT LAW Board Certified City, County and Local Government Law 2366 S. Brocksmith Rd. Fort Pierce, FL 34945 fergusonlanduselaw.com fergusonlanduselaw@gmail.com Ofc. 772-465-0729 Ce11772-971-7506 Via E-Mail Commissioner Frannie Hutchinson St. Lucie County 2300 Virginia Ave. Fort Pierce, FL 34982 September 09, 2011 Re: Brocksmith Road Repairs and Paving Dear Commissioner Hutchinson: First, the residents and property owners along Brocksmith Road ("Brocksmith") would like to thank you and the other commissioners for your continuing efforts to have staff address the Brocksmith issues. As you know, the Enviroseal experiment was not successful and it is clear that stop gap measures will waste pressure resources that could be better allocated towards a long term solution. As the County moves forward in developing a long term solution, it is important that the residents communicate their opinions on the possible solutions to the commissioners so that you can weigh those opinions against staff's recommendations. This appears to be especially true since the word that some of us had heard was that some of the commissioners were being led to believe that there was a potentially contentious split of opinion among the Brocksmith residents on how to proceed. Because a Brocksmith update is on the September 13th County Commission meeting agenda, we felt that it was important to convey the resident's opinions to you prior to that meeting so that those opinions could be taken into account as the commissioners consider the next steps. Towards that end, we held a neighbor meeting Thursday night, September 8th. By my very rough estimate there are 72 houses and 20 vacant parcels along Brocksmith Road. To put the word out we put a notice in every mailbox and mailed notice to the vacant property owners. Over sixty people attended representing approximately 40 separate properties. That is an excellent turn out and it shows the passion that the residents feel for this issue. Letter to Commissioner Hutchinson September 09, 2011 Page 2 of 3 The goal of the meeting was to see if there was a consensus among the residents on the solution we would like the county to pursue. Those attending were presented with four options to consider: 1) Have the road constructed, at County expense, to standard county rural road standards (70 foot right of way, swales, drainage and 24 foot paved surface). 2) Have the road surfaced with chip seal, at County expense, within the existing right of way and travel way. The width and depth of the chip seal to be determined but probably narrower than the current standard road width of 24 feet (an 18 foot width has been suggested). 3) No paving of any kind but a new dirt surface that addresses the dust issue. 4) Do nothing and leave the road as is. After a relatively brief discussion I was authorized to report to the commissioners that there was unanimous support of those present for the county to put a chip seal surface on Brocksmith as soon as possible. During the discussion there was no question that the residents understood that the chip seal option was the only viable and practical solution to the current problems and there was no hesitation expressed by anyone to push for that option. In addition, the notices that went out included my e-mail address and two of my neighbor's a-mail addresses so that those who could not attend the meeting could make their opinions known. I received one e-mail from a resident who could not make the meeting but who expressed the desire for a chip seal surface. Brocksmith in its present condition poses a serious health hazard to people and animals and is damaging property. As one gentleman told me at the meeting, he has lived on the road for over 40 years and- this is the worse condition he has ever seen it. As you are well aware, doing nothing is not an option. Based on the above, our hope for the Commissioner's September 13th meeting is that the commissioners take following action: • Conclude, as the residents have, that a chip seal surface is the only viable and practical solution. • Direct staff, either at the meeting on the 13th or at the next regular county commission meeting, to develop a plan within 3 months to put a chip seal surface on the road. • Direct staff to include in the plan that the chip seal surface be put down within 6 months. Letter to Commissioner Hutchinson September 09, 2011 Page 3 of 3 The residents .understand that county resources are scarce. However, because of Brocksmith's current condition, it should be one of the top priority road projects in the county. We are confident that staff, with the commissioner's guidance and direction, will be able to reallocate road funds in order to resolve the Brocksmith issues. I advised my neighbors that it was not necessary for them to take time away from work and their busy schedules to attend the commissioners' meeting on the 13th. I told them that I would be attending the meeting and they have authorized me to speak on their behalf. If you have any questions prior to the meeting, please let me know otherwise I will be available at the meeting to answer any questions. Thank you for your continued support and we look forward to working with the commissioners and staff to finally resolve the Brocksmith Road issues. Sincerely, ~•~ Johnathan A. Ferguson Cc: Commissioner Chris Craft Commissioner Chris Dzadovsky Commissioner Paula Lewis Commissioner Todd Mowery Faye Outlaw, County Administrator Daniel McIntyre, County Attorney Dori West, County Engineer Item No. 4 'I`RE. -~_-N: i~ •~ r ~ i ,, ~~z i T~~ -~ ~ ! r t ~- ~ ~; ~ l ~ ~ ' f . ~- -.. { - r..y : i ~ . ~'- ~! i .! r ~I c = _ . , j ~~ ~ , I ~ ,-~ . f~~ ~~ ~ L; A~ ITT l~~~I N G ' C' ®U, ~l`~t~C 1 L it ;~~ j ~~{ iT`3- - 4a i r i E ~~ ~ I t :i .. x ~ ~~~'~ t ~!- 'i `yam ~:~ _Y ~_ ~ x ~i f -' 1V.~~A~RTrN PA~'L1Vi BEACH ~ ~ -_-.. September 6, 2011 The Honorable Chris Craft Chairman, St. Lucie County BOCC 2300 Virginia Avenue Fort Pierce, Floxida 34982 Subject: Southeast Florida Regional Partnership -Executive Committee Membership Dear Chairman Craft: The South Florida Regional Planning Council (SFRPC), working in partnership with the Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council (TCRPC), created the "Southeast Florida Regional Partnership" (Partnership). The Partnership is a voluntary affiliation of over 200 public, private, and nonprofit/civic organizations within aseven-county area (Monroe, Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach, Martin, St. Lucie and Indian River) committed to working together to ensure the Southeast Florida region enjoys a prosperous economy, livable communities, and a sustainable environment. Last year, the Partnership submitted an application to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and was selected as one of 45 recipients of the fixst round of Federal Sustainable Communities grants in the amount of 4.25 million dollars. The Partnership created a Worlc Plan (approved by HUD on May 11, 2011) to develop a "Regional Vision and Blueprint for Economic Prosperity". The Work Plan's milestones, deliverables and schedule need to be more fiilly developed and monitored tluoughout the duration of the project by the Partnership's Executive Committee -- the chief governing board for the Partnership. The role of the 13-member Executive Committee (list of names attached), is critical to the success of this landmark project. In ala effort to ensure authentic and direct local and regional representation, the Partnership is seeking to expand the Executive Committee's membership Since St. Lucie County is curl•ently a Consortium Member of the Partnership, but has no representation on the Executive Committee, I would like to respectfully request at this time that the St. Lucie County BOCC appoint a Commissioner to the Executive Committee. "Regionalism One 1Veighborhood At A Time"- Est.1976 421 S~F~ Camden Aveuuc - Stuart, Florida 34994 Phone (772) 221-4060 -Fax (772) 221-4067 - wwL~,tcrazc,.ury The Honorable Chris Craft September 6, 2011 Page Two This appointment represents athree-year commitment (the duration of the project). Meetings are regional in nature, so they generally occur in the mid-region area (West Palm Beach to Broward County), in locations always accessible by train. The Partnership anticipates four (4) meetings annually that may be attended via webinar. Appointments need to be decided on by September 30, 2011. I look forward to the County's further participation and engagement in the Partnership. Please let me know of your decision, and do not hesitate to contact me or Marcela Camblor-Cutsaimanis, Program Manager, should you have any questions. Sincerely, .~ ~~ Michael J. Busha, AICP Executive Director MJB:MC cc: Faye Outlaw, St. Lucie County EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEMBERS Mr. Doug Bournique Executive Vice President Indian River Citrus League The Honorable Heather Carruthers Vice Chair, South Florida Regional Planning Council Mayor, Monroe County Ms. Carla Coleman Executive Director Urban Land Institute /Southeast FL Chapter The Honorable Samuel Ferreri Member, Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council Mayor, City of Greenacres Mr. Kevin J. Foley Vice Chair, Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council Mr. Norman Taylor Ex-Officio Member South Florida Regional Planning Council Director, Office of Economic Development Broward County Board of County Commissioners Mr. Ramon Trias, AICP Chair, Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council Mr. James Wolfe Secretary Florida Department of Transportation, District 4 Mr. Barrington Wright Business Development Manager Staff The Honorable Suzanne Gunzburger Chair, South Florida Regional Planning Council Mayor, Broward County Commission Mr. Tom Gustafson Director Lehman Center for Transportation Research Florida International University 10555 West Flagler Street, EC3601 The Honorable Peter O'Biyan Secretary /Treasurer Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council Commissioner, Indian River County Board of County Commissioners Mr. Gus Pego Secretary Florida Department of Transportation, District 6 Michael Busha Executive Director Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council James F. Murley Interim Director South Florida Regional Planning Council Project Director Marcela Camblor-Cutsaimanis Program Manager Isabel Cosio Carballo HUD Point of Contact Kim Delaney, Ph.D. Growth Management Coordinator Item No. 5 CONCEPTUAL SCHEDULE OF BUDGET WORKSHOPS Ott' Tuesday or Thursday of the Month October 2011 Public Safety & Communications -Discussion: Formation of IT Board of Governors Public Safety Director -Discussion: Grants Allocation Report HR Director OMB Director November 2011 • (Early November Date to be determined) Health Insurance -Discussion: Reconstitution of Health Insurance Advisory Committee County Attorney Tax Collector -Discussion: OPEB Acturial Study GRS Consultant OMB Director December 2011 No Meeting Contemplated Due to Holidays January 2012 Space Planning & Office Relocations -Discussion: Constitutional Officers Relocations & Renovations BOCC Renovation Projects -Discussion: 2012 1St Quarter Spending Update County Administrator Budget Manager February 2012 Budget Preview: -Discussion: Updated Fund Balance Projections County Administrator OMB Director -Discussion: 2012 Strategic Planning: No Session Contemplated 2013 Proposed Budgets: Flat Budgets Contemplated No Proposed Millage Increase Contemplated 2013 Budget Reviews: Mid-July Dates to be determined (Final Values-July 1St) County Administrator Budget Manager March 2012: Revenue Initiatives Updates -Discussion: Proposed Building Permit Fees New Development Fees Small Quantity Generators Cell Towers-Billboards Sites Leasing Parks & Recreation Facilities:Aquarium, Fenn Center & Fairgrounds Cooperative Extension Program Fees A ril 2012: -2" Quarter Spending Update County Administrator Budget Manager May 2012: 2011 CAFR Presentation -Discussion: Finalized 2011 Fund Balance Numbers External Auditor Constitutional Officers June 2012: No Meeting Planned Due to Staff Preparation for Board July Budget Reviews July 2012: Board 2013 Budget Reviews: Mid-July Schedule to be Determined August 2012: No Meeting Planned Due to Staff Preparation for September Budget Adoption Hearings September 2012: Adoption of 2013 Budget Item No. 5 .,~. -___ -&--------..w..~~ fl ~, ~; //"~~ FY 2011-12 Tentative Budget Note: $1.8M projected in excess fees beginning 2013 to be used toward 2014 operating gap. $13.2M Emergency Reserves not included in fund balance. $6.8M Insurance Reserves not included in fund balance. The use of these funds is subject to a recommendation from the Insurance Advisory Board.