November 9, 2010 Regular
Nov 09 2010
CALL TO ORDER
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Arrived
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Robin Fisher
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Vice Chairman/ Commissioner District 1
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Present
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Chuck Nelson
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Commissioner District 2
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Present
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Trudie Infantini
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Commissioner District 3
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Present
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Mary Bolin
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Chairman / Commissioner District 4
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Present
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Andy Anderson
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Commissioner District 5
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Present
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The invocation was given by Pastor Roger Hackenberg, Hope Community Fellowship of Titusville.
Commissioner Chuck Nelson led the assembly in the Pledge of Allegiance.
The Board approved the August 12, 2010 Budget Workshop Meeting Minutes and the September 14, 2010 First Budget Hearing Meeting Minutes.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Robin Fisher, Vice Chairman/ Commissioner District 1
SECONDER: Andy Anderson, Commissioner District 5
AYES: Fisher, Nelson, Infantini, Bolin, Anderson
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RESOLUTION, RE: COMMENDING SERGEANT TERRY WORTHY FOR 30 YEARS OF SERVICE WITH THE BREVARD COUNTY SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT
Chairman Bolin read aloud a resolution commending Sergeant Terry Worthy for 30 years of Service with the Brevard County Sheriff's Department.
Chairman Bolin passed the gavel to Vice Chairman Fisher.
The Board adopted Resolution No. 10-232, commending Sergeant Terry Worthy on 30 years of service with the Brevard County Sheriff's Department.
Vice Chairman Fisher passed the gavel back to Chairman Bolin.
Captain Mulligan stated he spoke with Sergeant Worthy this morning, he is a very humble man; the Resolution says it all; and he is very proud of Sergeant Worthy.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Mary Bolin, Chairman / Commissioner District 4
SECONDER: Chuck Nelson, Commissioner District 2
AYES: Fisher, Nelson, Infantini, Bolin, Anderson
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Commissioner Anderson read aloud a resolution recognizing Rolling Thunder Florida Chapter One.
The Board adopted Resolution No. 10-233, recognizing Rolling Thunder Florida Chapter One for their donation of 85 flags to Brevard County to raise awareness of POW/MIA issues.
A representative from Rolling Thunder Florida Chapter One, expressed his thanks to the Board for its support of Prisoner's of Wars (POW) and Missing In Action (MIA); there are over 88,000 people that did not come home from war; there was over 76,000 people from the World War II; over 7,000 in the Korean War; over 1,700 in the Vietnam War; over 120 in the Cold War; 1 in Operation Enduring Freedom; 1 in Operation Iraqi Freedom; and the men from Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom have been spotted and are known to be alive, and it is important to Rolling Thunder and the country that there is perseverance to bring them home. He stated when the POW flag is flying, it is a reminder to not only bring POW's home, but that they are honored and respected. He stated it is an honor to fly the POW flag in Brevard County; and Rolling Thunder has a POW flag to present to the Board, to fly behind it at the podium next to the American Flag.
Carol Jose stated she is the Co-Author of You are Not Forgotten; she has lived in Brevard County for 35 years; her book is about a great American hero named Evelyn Grubb, who lived in Melbourne with her three sons who still live in Brevard County; Evelyn Grubb was a POW's wife; and she died of cancer when she was halfway through writing the book with her. She stated Ms. Grubb gave the very first POW flag she made to Secretary of Defense Melvin Larid in 1971; Evelyn Grubb is remembered at the Pentagon along with the book on display; since this is a Florida flag, as well as a Brevard County flag, everyone should be very proud of it whenever it is seen flying; and may the POW/MIA never be forgotten.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Andy Anderson, Commissioner District 5
SECONDER: Chuck Nelson, Commissioner District 2
AYES: Fisher, Nelson, Infantini, Bolin, Anderson
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Chairman Bolin read aloud a resolution proclaiming November 20, 2010 as National Adoption Day.
Chairman Bolin passed the gavel to Vice Chairman Fisher.
The Board adopted Resolution No. 10-234, proclaiming November 20, 2010 as National Adoption Day in Brevard County; and congratulated Brevard Family Partnership for its commitment to children and for its programs and services designed to protect children, strengthen families, and change lives.
Vice Chairman Fisher passed the gavel back to Chairman Bolin.
La Christa Jones, Brevard Family Partnership representative, expressed her thanks to the Board for recognizing and proclaiming November 20, 2010 as National Adoption Day; and she would like to invite the Board to the fifth annual Adoption Awareness Walk for Love on November 20, 2010 at The Avenue in Viera, with registration starting at 8:15 a.m.
Mr. Russell stated he is present today with his son, Cody, who was adopted in May, 2010; he has worked extensively with Brevard Family Partnership and several other organizations in Brevard County that really are on the front line fighting for the children and the families, to provide opportunities for kids like Cody that need an opportunity; and all of the people he has worked with at Brevard Family Partnership have helped make this adoption process special.
Commissioner Infantini stated she has known the Russell family for several years; they are a terrific family who has always wanted a child; and this is a dream come true for them.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Mary Bolin, Chairman / Commissioner District 4
SECONDER: Robin Fisher, Vice Chairman/ Commissioner District 1
AYES: Fisher, Nelson, Infantini, Bolin, Anderson
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Commissioner Anderson stated the resolution recognizes Kyle Hoffman who is a recent National BMX Champion, he is going to present the resolution to Kyle Hoffman at his school at a later date.
The Board adopted Resolution No. 10-235, recognizing and commending Kyle Hoffman for becoming a National Champion in BMX racing.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Andy Anderson, Commissioner District 5
SECONDER: Robin Fisher, Vice Chairman/ Commissioner District 1
AYES: Fisher, Nelson, Infantini, Bolin, Anderson
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Commissioner Anderson stated the resolution recognizes Caleb Jones who is a recent National BMX Champion, he is going to present the resolution to Caleb Jones at his school at a later date.
The Board adopted Resolution No. 10-236, recognizing and commending Caleb Jones for becoming a National Champion in BMX racing.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Robin Fisher, Vice Chairman/ Commissioner District 1
SECONDER: Andy Anderson, Commissioner District 5
AYES: Fisher, Nelson, Infantini, Bolin, Anderson
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Commissioner Fisher read aloud a resolution recognizing the week of November 13 through November 20, 2010, as Harry T. Moore Week.
The Board adopted Resolution No. 10-237, recognizing the week of November 13 through November 20, 2010, as Harry T. Moore Week.
William Gary, North Brevard NAACP President, expressed his thanks to the Board for the recognition; Harry T. Moore has done a tremendous job with contributions towards civil rights; and his legacy and the old Memorial Park Culture Center are continued to be remembered.
Theodis Ray expressed his thanks to the Board for its continued support.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Robin Fisher, Vice Chairman/ Commissioner District 1
SECONDER: Andy Anderson, Commissioner District 5
AYES: Fisher, Nelson, Infantini, Bolin, Anderson
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REPORT, RE: EEL’S ITEMS PULLED FROM CONSENT AGENDA
Howard Tipton, County Manager, stated he would like to pull from Consent Agenda, Item VII.B.1, Assignment of Option for Sale and Purchase, Re: Florida Power and Light (FPL) Company Property through The Nature Conservancy; Item VII.B.2, Resolution and Agreement with the United States Air Force (USAF), Re: Partnership Funding with Conveyance of a Deed of Easement on a Portion of the Florida Power and Light (FPL) Property; Item VII.B.3, Assignment of Option for Sale and Purchase, Re: Viera DRI Tract A Property through The Nature Conservancy; and Item VII.B.4, Resolution and Agreement with the United States Air Force (USAF), Re: Partnership Funding with Conveyance of a Deed of Easement on a Portion of the Viera DRI Tract A Property. He stated he will be bringing these Items back at the next meeting after some outstanding questions are worked through.
Commissioner Fisher inquired if anyone has been following the septic tank legislation, he knows a lot of Port St. John and Palm Bay residents are a part of the 90,532 residential and commercial properties that are currently on some type of septic sewer situation; should that legislation go through as scheduled, it will affect a lot of people who are facing some tough economic times; he does not know, from a County standpoint, if it might want to send a letter, from the Chairman, opposing it from getting passed right now and ask for it to be deleted or delayed until better economic times come; and it could be a financial burden on 90,532 residents in Brevard County. He mentioned he has received calls concerning it; he thinks on November 16, 2010 there is some talk that it might be brought up in the special session that will take place; and he inquired if staff can create a letter in opposition of moving forward with the Septic Tank Inspection Bill at this time.
Chairman Bolin inquired if there is anything that the Board needs to be aware of if the letter is created. Scott Knox, County Attorney, responded no, Brevard County has the opportunity to speak to its legislatures; and he does not think it is a problem.
Commissioner Nelson stated the purpose is good, the timing is bad; and he thinks a letter indicating that would be worthwhile
Chairman Bolin inquired if the Board proceeds with the vote to write the letter, will it be reviewed via email or would Mr. Tipton prefer it differently.
Howard Tipton, County Manager, responded he is happy to send it out to everyone for comments; and then it can come from the Chairman to the Legislative Delegation and other prominent members in Tallahassee.
The Board directed Howard Tipton, County Manager, to compose a letter for the Chairman to sign, to Legislative Delegation opposing Septic Tank Inspection Senate Bill SB550.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Robin Fisher, Vice Chairman/ Commissioner District 1
SECONDER: Andy Anderson, Commissioner District 5
AYES: Fisher, Nelson, Infantini, Bolin, Anderson
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REPORT, RE: RIBBON CUTTING FOR VETERANS MEMORIAL GARDEN ON VETERANS DAY
Commissioner Nelson stated on Veterans Day, at the Veterans Memorial Center on Merritt Island, there is going to be a ribbon cutting for the new Memorial Garden that has been planted for years; and some of the bronze work is really stunning, it starts at 9:00 a.m., everyone is invited, and the speaker will be Bob Cabana.
REPORT, RE: SEA WORLD HUBBS - OPERATION
Commissioner Infantini stated she attended the Sea World fishery operation in the South Beaches area; fish will be grown and released to areas that need the fish the most; and since there is a huge fishing population in Brevard County, it can be most beneficial. She stated she has a license plate to show the Board; and if the license is purchased, $25 of the license fee will go toward the Sea World HUBBS - Operation.
REPORT, RE: AAR AIRLIFT GROUP
Commissioner Anderson stated there will be 225 more jobs in Brevard County by 2012 because the City of Melbourne and the Economic Development Commissioner (EDC) have something going on with the AAR Airlift Group, formely known as Project Trident; there are a lot of good things happening around the Melbourne Airport; and the EDC's next project will be Cemetech which will create 4,000 jobs in Brevard County. He stated Melbourne Airport has done a fabulous job with the Airport Authority and the leadership from the Mayor, who is the Airport Chair, to make sure the opportunities are available for people to relocate to the Melbourne and Palm Bay areas.
REPORT, RE: PHYSICIAN FOR A DAY TOUR
Commissioner Anderson stated he had the opportunity to participate in the Physician for a Day Tour at the Health First, Palm Bay Hospital; nobody thinks of how important healthcare is, until it is needed; and Brevard County is very fortunate to have Health First in Brevard County.
PRESENTATION BY KEITH LUNDQUIST, VICE PRESIDENT OF PLANNING, MARKETING, AND COMMUNITY BENEFIT, RE: HEALTH FIRST, PALM BAY HOSPITAL
Keith Lundquist, Palm Bay Health First, Vice President, stated the Health First Vision has been in place for a couple of years; Health First has been in place since 1995; but the roots of Health First go back to the first hospital built in Brevard County, which was Holmes Regional Medical Center in 1937; and Health First provides skilled and dedicated people who deliver a high quality, patient-centered health care, that improves lives and communities to every person, every time. He stated some of the statistics that affect health care are that seven percent of Brevard County families live below the poverty level; another six percent are poor and headed by women who are parenting alone; one out of four Brevard County residents have no health insurance; and that has increased rather dramatically over the last couple of years. He noted a lot of the statistics are associated with chronic health conditions, poor nutrition, obesity, and mental health problems; and Health First provides health care services to everyone, regardless of their ability to pay. He noted Health First has four hospitals, with Viera Hospital being the newest, opening in April, 2011; there are also Health First physicians, the Health First Health Plan, out patient wellness services for health and wellness and pro-health fitness centers; and Health First also provides hospice, home health, private duty agent institutes, neonatal intensive care units, and the trauma center. He advised Health First offers the only locally based health insurance products for businesses and Medicare-eligible residents; and it is also the largest provider of charity care in Brevard County for people who do not have the means to pay for care and do not qualify for any other State or federal programs. He stated Health First is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization; Health First pays certain taxes such as, indigent care tax, birth tax, real estate tax, property tax, and other taxes for its for-profit entities; but as a charitable organization, Health First is exempt from the IRS from federal income tax and Florida sales tax; and every dollar that is not used to pay for care is invested back into the community, and stays in the community for services, technology, and facilities. He stated some other community benefits that Health First provides are government-supported health care services; the actual cost above what Medicaid pays for patient care is considered community benefit, by definition; for every dollar of care Health First provides for Medicaid patient, the federal government pays approximately 75 cents; for Medicare it is approximately 81 cents of every dollar; and there are challenges there in trying to meet those needs as those numbers rise. He advised some other community outreach programs are, health professional education, cash, and in-kind donations; but excluded from community benefits, from the formal definition, are things such as bad debt and Medicare shortfalls; He stated over $39 million was provided last year in mission-driven community benefits; another $53 million was provided in Medicare shortfalls and bad debt; and $13 million was provided in additional community support for the Employee Giving Program and the United Way Annual Giving Program. He provided the Board with a handout showing it the big picture of uncompensated care and some of the investments given back to the community. He stated Health First has a Community Benefits Oversight Committee comprised of board members and associates; its purpose is to identify community-wide health care needs; and based on the research in Brevard County, the top three needs are access to primary health care and dental care, treatment for mental health diseases and substance abuse, and obesity and its negative effects on health, particularly among children. He noted Health First allocates resources to address those issues; health care reform is going to require that there is a certain level of community benefit requirements; and also to conduct a health-needs assessment every three years. He advised in each facility's emergency department, Health First has dedicated staff to assist uninsured patients to determine if there are types of insurance they can qualify for, whether it is Medicaid or other assistance; and there is also the Good Neighbor Indigent Assistance Fund, which is funded by the Health First Foundation. He stated for the last couple of years Health First has held a Childhood Obesity and "Get Active" event at Viera Regional Park; over 1,000 kids and their parents attended the events to learn about good nutrition, exercise, and how to live a healthier lifestyle; and Health First has also adapted a United WAy 2-1-1 Brevard Job Link brochure, which gives a lot of reference information for its own associates who may need help through existing agencies. He noted Health First also holds a Community Service Days event; last year, 183 representatives donated their time to over a two-day period to help the Brevard Health Alliance, South Brevard Sharing Center, The Salvation Army, and 2-1-1 Brevard; the volunteers also assembled cold weather packets for the homeless; and the event was so successful, the volunteers also did landscaping, interior and exterior painting, and helped food pantries, and thrift stores; and Health First will hold another event in February, 2011. He stated Health First positively affects the community with its on payroll; in fiscal year 2009, that amounted to $358 million; and the impact on families is approximately $570 million per year. He expressed appreciation to the Board for the opportunity to make his presentation.
Commissioner Anderson mentioned, during the national healthcare debate there were conversations about the service of care provided to lower socio-economic people versus wealthy people; the thing that struck him the most was that an emergency room physician has no clue whether or not the patient is a millionaire or is homeless; and everyone receives the same treatments regardless of their status.
Commissioner Infantini stated while touring the Health First facility, she was amazed at the technological advances in medicine and the attention given to family members when someone is sick; and she thinks it is a wonderful thing to have family members stay close during stressful times.
Chiarman Bolin stated she has hands-on experiences with Health First due to the passing of her late husband, Bob.
The Board acknowledged Keith Lundquist's presentation regarding marketing and community benefits by Health First.
REPORT, RE: FLORIDA RESTAURANT AND LODGING ASSOCIATION
Chairman Bolin stated she and several other Commissioners attended the Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association event over the weekend; and she received appreciation plaques for participation.
REPORT, RE: COATS FOR CHILDREN
Chairman Bolin stated her coat box is full of coats; and she would like for Commissioner Anderson to tell of other locations for people to drop off coats.
Commissioner Anderson replied any elementary and high school in Brevard County, all Commission Offices, and a few bank lobbies; the program has been an overwhelming success; and when the program ends, he will provide resolutions to the folks involved with Coats for Children. He stated the program was originally aimed for school children in general, but there is a need for toddlers and babies, as well.
PERMISSION TO ADVERTISE, ACCEPT SUBMITTALS, APPOINT SELECTION COMMITTEE, AND EXECUTE ENGINEERING SERVICE CONTRACTS FOR THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG), RE: TROPICAL STORM FAY DISASTER RECOVERY GRANT
The Board authorized the advertisement for acceptance of submittal's from qualified firms for engineering tasks associated with Brevard County drainage upgrades as identified in Attachment A.1 of the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Contract #10DB-K4_06_15_01_K-04; appointed a selection/negotiating committee to select the most qualified firms(s), consisting of Ernest Brown, Natural Resources Management Director, or two designees; Jack Masson, Parks and Recreation Interim Director, or designee; Euripides Rodriguez, Solid Waste Management Director, or designee; Richard Martens, Utility Services Director, or designee; and authorized the Chairman to execute resulting contract and modifications after review and approval by the County Attorney and Risk Management.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Robin Fisher, Vice Chairman/ Commissioner District 1
SECONDER: Andy Anderson, Commissioner District 5
AYES: Fisher, Nelson, Infantini, Bolin, Anderson
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GRANT CONTRACT WITH FLORIDA DIVISION OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, RE: COX ROAD DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENTS - WEST COCOA FLOOD PROJECT
The Board authorized the Chairman to execute the Hazard Mitigation Grant Contract Number 11HM-3E-06-15-01-019 between Brevard County (grantee) and the State of Florida, Division of Emergency Management (DEM), accepting 75 percent State cost-share for Cox Road drainage improvements (FEMA Project #1785-031-R), waiving local vendor preference, accepting legal venue, attorney fees, and jury trial provisions that are standard State contract language.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Robin Fisher, Vice Chairman/ Commissioner District 1
SECONDER: Andy Anderson, Commissioner District 5
AYES: Fisher, Nelson, Infantini, Bolin, Anderson
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GRANT CONTRACT WITH FLORIDA DIVISION OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, RE: PLUCKEBAUM AND RANGE ROADS IMPROVEMENTS - WEST COCOA FLOOD PROJECT
The Board authorized the Chairman to execute the Hazard Mitigation Grant Contract Number 11HM-3E-06-15-01-018 between Brevard County (grantee) and the State of Florida, Division of Emergency Management (DEM), accepting State cost-share for Pluckebaum and Range Roads drainage improvements (FEMA Project #1785-036-R), waiving local vendor preference, accepting venue, attorney fees, and jury trial provisions that are standard State contract language; authorized advertising for a Request for Bids for construction of all or portions of the project; authorized staff to negotiate a construction contract with the lowest responsive and responsible bidder; and authorized the Chairman to award and execute the resulting contruction contract.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Robin Fisher, Vice Chairman/ Commissioner District 1
SECONDER: Andy Anderson, Commissioner District 5
AYES: Fisher, Nelson, Infantini, Bolin, Anderson
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AUTHORIZATION, RE: GRANT EXTENSION OF SARNO LAKES PHASE II, DRAINAGE PROJECT, FEMA PROJECT #1545-155R, AND DEM CONTRACT 08HM-1G-06-15-01-024 - MODIFICATION 2
The Board re-authorized the Chairman to execute Modification #2 of Contract 08HM-1G-06-15-01-024 between Brevard County (grantee) and the State of Florida, Division of Emergency Management (DEM), for a no-cost time extension for the Sarno Lakes Phase II, Drainage Project.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Robin Fisher, Vice Chairman/ Commissioner District 1
SECONDER: Andy Anderson, Commissioner District 5
AYES: Fisher, Nelson, Infantini, Bolin, Anderson
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The Board adopted Resolution No. 10-238, releasing the Contract dated August 3, 2010 for the Ivanhoe and Vidina Drive Subdivision - The Viera Company.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Robin Fisher, Vice Chairman/ Commissioner District 1
SECONDER: Andy Anderson, Commissioner District 5
AYES: Fisher, Nelson, Infantini, Bolin, Anderson
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APPROVAL, RE: WATERLINE EASEMENT ON THE CITY OF WEST MELBOURNE LIBRARY PROPERTY OWNED BY BREVARD COUNTY
The Board adopted Resolution No. 10-242, and executed Waterline Easement on the City of West Melbourne Library property, which is owned by the County.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Robin Fisher, Vice Chairman/ Commissioner District 1
SECONDER: Andy Anderson, Commissioner District 5
AYES: Fisher, Nelson, Infantini, Bolin, Anderson
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ACCEPTANCE, RE: QUIT CLAIM DEEDS FROM DALE L. MORRIS AND LORI MORRIS (HUSBAND AND WIFE) AND MYRA SHAPIRO FOR RIGHT-OF-WAY IN THE CANAVERAL GROVES AREA FOR ACCESS TO PROPERTY
The Board accepted Quit claim Deeds from Dale L. Morris and Lori Morris (husband and wife) and Myra Shapiro for right-of-way in the Canaveral Groves Area in Section 01, Township 24 South, Range 35 East; and approved and authorized the Chairman to accept and execute the Deeds under the conditions set forth in the addendum.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Robin Fisher, Vice Chairman/ Commissioner District 1
SECONDER: Andy Anderson, Commissioner District 5
AYES: Fisher, Nelson, Infantini, Bolin, Anderson
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The Board approved and authorized the Chairman to execute Contract for Sale and Purchase with ALAS, LLC for property needed for the Barnes Boulevard Widening Project; and waived the phase I environmental assessment and survey requirements per land acquisition policies and procedures.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Robin Fisher, Vice Chairman/ Commissioner District 1
SECONDER: Andy Anderson, Commissioner District 5
AYES: Fisher, Nelson, Infantini, Bolin, Anderson
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The Board granted permission to bid, award to the highest bidder, and authorized the Chairman to execute a Lease Agreement, for purposes of cattle grazing. In accordance with Florida Statute 125.35(1)(a), the Board of County Commissioners is expressly authorized to see and convey any real or personal property and to lease real property belonging to the County, whenever the Board determines that it is to the best interest of the County to do so.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Robin Fisher, Vice Chairman/ Commissioner District 1
SECONDER: Andy Anderson, Commissioner District 5
AYES: Fisher, Nelson, Infantini, Bolin, Anderson
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The Board approved the Budget Change Requests, as submitted.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Robin Fisher, Vice Chairman/ Commissioner District 1
SECONDER: Andy Anderson, Commissioner District 5
AYES: Fisher, Nelson, Infantini, Bolin, Anderson
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ACKNOWLEDGE, RE: PARRISH MEDICAL CENTER RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING FY 2010-2011 REVENUE AND EXPENSE BUDGET AND MILLAGE
The Board acknowledged the Parrish Medical Center's Resolution establishing the FY 2010-2011 Revenue and Expense Budget and Millage Resolution.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Robin Fisher, Vice Chairman/ Commissioner District 1
SECONDER: Andy Anderson, Commissioner District 5
AYES: Fisher, Nelson, Infantini, Bolin, Anderson
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The Board approved one-year renewals of the Agreements with David W. Dyer and Stewart B. Capps to provide Special Magistrate services for unlicensed contractor, vested rights, and Code violation hearings; and authorized the Chairman to execute an Agreement to Extend Existing Contract for each of the existing Agreements.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Robin Fisher, Vice Chairman/ Commissioner District 1
SECONDER: Andy Anderson, Commissioner District 5
AYES: Fisher, Nelson, Infantini, Bolin, Anderson
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AGREEMENT WITH BREVARD COUNTY LEGAL AID, INC. FOR FISCAL YEAR 2010-2011, RE: LEGAL SERVICES FOR INDIGENT BREVARD COUNTY RESIDENTS
The Board approved and authorized the Chairman to execute Agreement with Brevard County Legal Aid, Inc., for Fiscal Year 2010-2011, in the amount of $256,500, for legal services for indigent Brevard County residents.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Robin Fisher, Vice Chairman/ Commissioner District 1
SECONDER: Andy Anderson, Commissioner District 5
AYES: Fisher, Nelson, Infantini, Bolin, Anderson
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AGREEMENTS WITH SPECIALIZED TREATMENT, EDUCATION, AND PREVENTION SERVICES, INC.; REYNOLDS CONSULTING; AND CHESTNUT HEALTH SYSTEMS, RE: BREVARD JUVENILE DRUG COURT PROGRAM
The Board approved and authorized the Chairman to execute Agreements with Specialized Treatment, Education, and Prevention Services, Inc.; Reynolds Consulting; Chestnut Health Systems - GAIN assessment tool; Chestnut Health System - A-CRA/ACC assessment tool; and further authorized the Chairman to execute future renewals of these agreements and subsequent modifications and amendments, contingent upon approval of the County Attorney and Risk Management.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Robin Fisher, Vice Chairman/ Commissioner District 1
SECONDER: Andy Anderson, Commissioner District 5
AYES: Fisher, Nelson, Infantini, Bolin, Anderson
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The Board approved and authorized the Chairman to execute an Agreement with Crosswinds Youth Services, Inc. for Fiscal Year 2010-2011, in an amount not to exceed $208,815, for the Brevard County Juvenile Assessment Center (JAC).
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Robin Fisher, Vice Chairman/ Commissioner District 1
SECONDER: Andy Anderson, Commissioner District 5
AYES: Fisher, Nelson, Infantini, Bolin, Anderson
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ACCEPT FORMAT II, ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT “FINDING OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACT” (FONSI); AND REQUEST FOR RELEASE OF FUNDS, RE: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT AND HOME FUNDED COUNTYWIDE HOUSING, PUBLIC FACILITIES, AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITIES
The Board in accordance with the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnership (HOME) program requirements, accepted "The Finding of No Significant Impact" (FONSI) for the Format II Environmental Assessments, conducted Countywide for all unincorporated areas of Brevard County, and municipalities included in the Urban County Agreement; and authorized the Chairman to sign Form 7015.15, Request for Release of Funds (RROF) from the Department of Housing and Urban development (HUD).
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Robin Fisher, Vice Chairman/ Commissioner District 1
SECONDER: Andy Anderson, Commissioner District 5
AYES: Fisher, Nelson, Infantini, Bolin, Anderson
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The Board granted permission to solicit competitive bids, and award to the lowest, most responsive and qualified bidder; authorized the Chairman to execute the resulting contract for the purchase of computer and network equipment maintenance; and granted permission to utilize Capital Reserves to fund the contract.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Robin Fisher, Vice Chairman/ Commissioner District 1
SECONDER: Andy Anderson, Commissioner District 5
AYES: Fisher, Nelson, Infantini, Bolin, Anderson
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The Board approved a billboard Lease Agreement with Clear Channel Outdoor, Inc. for an existing billboard on the Scottsmoor Flatwoods Sanctuary managed by EEL; and authorized the Chairman to execute the billboard Lease Agreement.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Robin Fisher, Vice Chairman/ Commissioner District 1
SECONDER: Andy Anderson, Commissioner District 5
AYES: Fisher, Nelson, Infantini, Bolin, Anderson
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The Board adopted Resolution No. 10-239, Economic Development Tax Abatement qualifying Vertical Farm Technologies FL, LLC (VFT) as an eligible business under the County's Tax Abatement programs; and authorized a public hearing to consider adopting an exemption ordinance.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Robin Fisher, Vice Chairman/ Commissioner District 1
SECONDER: Andy Anderson, Commissioner District 5
AYES: Fisher, Nelson, Infantini, Bolin, Anderson
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The Board approved write-off of various uncollectible receivables identified by Board Departments.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Robin Fisher, Vice Chairman/ Commissioner District 1
SECONDER: Andy Anderson, Commissioner District 5
AYES: Fisher, Nelson, Infantini, Bolin, Anderson
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The Board appointed Jennifer White, to the Animal Advisory Board, with term expiring December 31, 2011.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Robin Fisher, Vice Chairman/ Commissioner District 1
SECONDER: Andy Anderson, Commissioner District 5
AYES: Fisher, Nelson, Infantini, Bolin, Anderson
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The Board approved the billfolder, as submitted.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Robin Fisher, Vice Chairman/ Commissioner District 1
SECONDER: Andy Anderson, Commissioner District 5
AYES: Fisher, Nelson, Infantini, Bolin, Anderson
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PUBLIC HEARING, RE: PETITION TO VACATE PUBLIC UTILITY AND DRAINAGE EASEMENT ON ADELE STREET, PORT ST. JOHN, UNIT 5 - KEVIN L. FOSTER
Chairman Bolin called for the public hearing for petition to vacate public utility and drainage easement on Adele Street, Port St. John, Unit 5, as petitioned by Kevin L. Foster.
John Denninghoff, Public Works Director, stated no objections have been received from staff or any members of the public.
There being no objections heard the Board adopted Resolution No. 10-240, vacating a public utility and drainage easement, Adele Street, Port St. John, Unit 5, as petitioned by Kevin L. Foster.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Robin Fisher, Vice Chairman/ Commissioner District 1
SECONDER: Andy Anderson, Commissioner District 5
AYES: Fisher, Nelson, Infantini, Bolin, Anderson
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PUBLIC HEARING, RE: PETITION TO VACATE SANITARY SEWER EASEMENT IN VIERA HEALTH COMPLEX HEALTH FIRST, INC./BUSSEN-MAYER ENGINEERING GROUP, INC.
Chairman Bolin called for the public hearing for petition to vacate sanitary sewer easement in Viera Health Complex/Health First, Inc./Bussen-Mayer Engineering Group, Inc.
John Denninghoff, Public Works Director, stated no objections have been received from staff or any member of the public; and it is supported by the Utilities Department.
There being no objections heard the Board adopted Resolution No. 10-241, vacating a sanitary sewer easement in Viera Health Complex/Health First, Inc./Bussen-Mayer Engineering, as petition by Bussen-Mayer Engineering Group, Inc.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Chuck Nelson, Commissioner District 2
SECONDER: Andy Anderson, Commissioner District 5
AYES: Fisher, Nelson, Infantini, Bolin, Anderson
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CONTRACT FOR SALE AND PURCHASE WITH THE ROCKLEDGE CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE, INC., AND WAIVE PHASE I ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND SURVEY REQUIREMENT, RE: BARNES BOULEVARD WIDENING PROJECT
John Denninghoff, Public Works Director, stated this item came to the Board previously with a much higher asking price by the Rockledge Church of the Nazarene, Inc., to settle the acquisition for a parcel for the Barnes Boulevard widening project; the County could not support its previous asking price at that time; and since then, the lines of communication have been opened, and it is now down to a more reasonable price; and it is before the Board today for its consideration.
The Board authorized the Chairman to sign the Contract for Sale and Purchase with Addendum between Brevard County and The Rockledge Church of the Nazarene, Inc.; and waived the Phase I Environmental Assessment and Survey requirements for property needed for the Barnes Boulevard widening project.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Robin Fisher, Vice Chairman/ Commissioner District 1
SECONDER: Andy Anderson, Commissioner District 5
AYES: Fisher, Nelson, Infantini, Bolin, Anderson
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Howard Tipton, County Manager, stated every year there is a proposed calendar for the Board to approve; there is some scheduling that needs to take place in January; and he inquired how the Board would like to set its meeting schedule for next year. He advised he has proposed a draft that includes consideration for holidays and public school holidays; the tentative millage has to be set within 35 days of July 1; and he is proposing to the Board that he will deliver the proposed budget by mid-June this year to give the Board reasonable time to consider the proposals made. He stated for July, he is proposing three consecutive days of budget hearings; this year, it was kind of spread out over time; in his observation, some of the consistency is lost as time goes by; his suggestion is to go two daytime meetings, with the third meeting an evening meeting; and there will be two public hearings in September. He stated the Charter requires the Organizational Meeting occur on the third Tuesday after the first Monday in November, which reflects to be November 22, 2011; but there is a history that the Board could vote to hold the Organizational Meeting on November 17, 2011 of the week prior, which is a workshop.
Chairman Bolin stated the Organizational Meeting on a non-election year is the swearing in of the new Chairman for the following year; and she agrees with Mr. Tipton that the Board move the Organizational Meeting to November 17, 2011. She mentioned she likes the idea of having three straight days of meetings in a row, because the momentum will be in place, instead of waiting for the next meeting date; and it will help keep the train-of-thought on the right track.
Mr. Tipton advised he has had some experience in doing such meetings on three consecutive days, it really impacts the discussions positively.
Commissioner Infantini stated she has two suggestions; since typically the Board takes the whole month of June off, instead of doing so, it can schedule the meeting that is right now scheduled for July 12, 2011, and move it up to June 28, 2011; it will still give about four weeks off, but it could get started a little bit sooner to work on items; and rather than receiving the budget book on the July 15, 2011 and having just the weekend to go over it before the budget workshops are held, she would like to receive it on July 8, 2011 because it would be helpful if research time is needed.
Chairman Bolin advised, of moving of July meeting into June, she believes there is a requirement to have two Board meetings a month; if the July 12th meeting is moved to June 28th it will leave only one meeting for July; and she inquired if County Attorney, Scott Knox can explain the rules. Attorney Knox responded he cannot recall anything that tells the Board it has to have two regular meetings a month; he knows there have been periods of times where there were not two meetings held; and he will double check the Charter, but he does not think so. Chairman Bolin stated she would like to hold off on moving such meetings until there is clarification.
Commissioner Infantini stated she agrees with Chairman Bolin, because she also thought there was a requirement for two meetings a month; the Board could still have the two meetings on July 12th and 26th; but just have a meeting on June 28th instead of having the entire month of June off, might help the Board get back on track, and the Budget Workshop is going to have a very busy schedule, and it will give extra time to focus on other areas before focusing on the budget.
Chairman Bolin stated she understands what Commissioner Infantini is telling the Board; but her personal feeling is to leave it as it is; she does not know how long it is going to take staff to prepare things realistically; and one of the reasons there is no meetings in June is so staff can concentrate on getting the budget completed, and it has been that way for years.
Mr. Tipton stated for purposes of clarification, there is a note on the July 15, 2011 date saying the Budget Office will deliver a tentative budget to the Board by that date; it is his plan with some flexibility to deliver it 30 days earlier so the Board will have the opportunity to review it; and if not 30 days earlier, then at least two weeks.
Attorney Knox stated Section 2.8 of the Charter deals with meetings; there is requirement about having two meetings per month; and the only required meeting is the Organizational Meeting.
Chairman Bolin stated the Board could get by with one meeting a year. Attorney Knox responded it could.
The Board approved the proposed 2011 Board of County Commissioners Meeting Schedule.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Robin Fisher, Vice Chairman/ Commissioner District 1
SECONDER: Chuck Nelson, Commissioner District 2
AYES: Fisher, Nelson, Infantini, Bolin, Anderson
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Upon consensus of the Board the meeting adjourned at 1:18 P.M.
ATTES ____________________
MARY BOLIN, CHAIRMAN
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
___________________ BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA
SCOTT ELLIS, CLERK