BOCC Regular Meeting (2025-01-21)

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS ST. LUCIE COUNTY, FLORIDA Regular Meeting January 21, 2025 Convened: 9:00 AM Adjourned: 11:37 AM 1. CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 9:00 AM by Chair Jamie Fowler, District No. 4. Present Commissioner Jamie Fowler District 4, Commissioner Larry Leet District 2, Commissioner James Clasby District 1, Commissioner Erin Lowry District 3, Commissioner Cathy Townsend District 5 Also Present Dan McIntyre, County Attorney Mayte Santamaria, Deputy County Administrator Jason Davis, Deputy County Administrator Jennifer Hill, Office of Management & Budget Director Jennifer Garrity, Budget Manager Grant Chambers, Senior Project Engineer Tahir Curry, Planning & Development Services Planner I Kori Benton, Planning & Development Services Planning Manager Benjamin Balcer, Planning & Development Services Director Courtney Calderone, Government Relations Division Director Barbara Guettler, MSBU Coordinator Aimee Cooper, Environmental Regulations Manager Patrick Dayan, Public Works Director JoAnn Riley, Property Acquisition Manager Benjamin Balcer, Planning & Development Services Director Sydney Halleran, Agenda Coordinator Vera Smith, Deputy Clerk Recording Secretary 2. INVOCATION The County Administrator led the invocation. 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 4. RECESS FOR SPECIAL DISTRICT MEETINGS Mosquito Control District Meeting Erosion District Meeting

BOCC Regular Meeting Tuesday, January 21, 2025 9:00 AM 2 | P a g e 5. APPROVAL OF AGENDA - ADDITIONS, DELETIONS, REVISIONS A motion was made to approve all additions, deletions, and revisions to the agenda, and it passed unanimously. RESULT: APPROVE MOVER: Commissioner District 3 Erin Lowry SECONDER: Commissioner District 2 Larry Leet AYES: Jamie Fowler, Larry Leet, James Clasby, Erin Lowry, Cathy Townsend NAYS: None EXCUSED: None 6. PRESENTATIONS A. District 19 Medical Examiner Project Update ITEM PULLED PRIOR TO THE MEETING B. Infrastructure Surtax Annual Report Patrick Dayan, Public Works Director, introduced the annual report on the infrastructure sales tax. The report highlights the successes and investments made over the past 6 years using proceeds from the infrastructure surtax. He advised that the voter approval in 2018, emphasized the unique nature of the surtax and its reliance on 20-25% coming from tourist revenue to lessen the burden of taxpayers. There are four key pillars to protect the surtax including state statute language, ballot language, a resolution passed by the Board, and the creation of the Infrastructure Surtax Oversight Committee. Mr. Dayan introduced the chair of the Infrastructure Surtax Oversight Committee, to present the annual report. Ken Kroll, Infrastructure Surtax Citizens Oversight Committee (ISCOC) Chair, addressed the Board and highlighted the importance of the surtax in strengthening the community's infrastructure halfway through the 10-year authorization. The 6th annual report for the fiscal year 2023-2024 had a remarkable investment of $15.5 million in funds contributed by visitors, tourists, and residents reflected in a commitment to strengthen the infrastructure. Since inception, the cumulative investment has reached over $66 million, with various projects underway or completed. The decision to utilize the American Rescue Plan (ARP) funds for some of the projects supported by the Board freed up surtax proceeds to make critical initiatives possible. This includes the reconstruction of Range Line Road, the northern section of Carlton Road, and the replacement of Keen Bridge over Taylor Creek which is currently under construction. Also, the completion of multiple large culvert replacements over the year 2024. As mandated by the County Resolution 18-240 section 3a the ISCOC prepared the annual report to inform of the County expenditure of surtax proceeds for the fiscal year aligns with the requirements of Florida Statutes Section 212.055 and the County Ordinance 18-004. The ISCOC confirmed that all necessary documents, plans, budgets, designs, permits, reports, and photographs were provided to evaluate the status of the projects undertaken as part of the County-adopted 10-year sales tax plan. After a comprehensive review, ISCOC reported the County has expended the surtax

BOCC Regular Meeting Tuesday, January 21, 2025 9:00 AM 3 | P a g e proceeds for the fiscal year 2023-2024 in compliance with Florida Statutes, the approved ballot language, and the commission-approved 2018 sales tax referendum 10-year plan. In conclusion, the ISCOC chair requested the Board to accept the 2023-2024 Infrastructure Surtax Citizens Oversight Committee report. Mr. Kroll expressed sincere appreciation to the County and staff for their hard work and dedication. Mr. Dayan also expressed gratitude to the voters, the Board, and the Public Works staff for their contributions to the community. Chair Fowler acknowledged the ISCOC Board members for their unpaid contributions and thanked them for their commitment to the community. 7. PUBLIC COMMENT (excluding Public Hearing Items) Chair Fowler opened the meeting for public comment at this time. The following people addressed the Board: • Courtney Santorella addressed the Board regarding the new development of Silver Oaks' dewatering effects on her property, drainage, and water issues. • Linda Dawson addressed the Board regarding the shared easement with the new development Silver Oaks, and drainage/water issues. • Susan Cane addressed the Board regarding traffic, wildlife, drainage, and water issues that have occurred with the new Silver Oaks development. • Gabby Rothman addressed the Board and thanked Commissioner Fowler for the upcoming development of Buckee's. • Linda Smithe addressed the Board regarding the preservation of environmental conservation easements. With no one else wishing to address the Board, Chair Fowler closed public comment. In response to concerns raised during public comments, Public Works Director Patrick Dayan addressed concerns about potential impacts from Silver Oaks' dewatering on nearby private wells, advising that engineering calculations and the South Florida Water Management District permit suggest no significant effects beyond Silver Oaks' boundaries. He provided an update on Shannon's Trail is being coordinated with Cotleur Homes, and that access will be restricted to emergency vehicles and not for resident use. 8. PROCLAMATIONS APPROVAL A. Resolution No. 25-005 - Honoring Florida Highway Patrol Trooper Zachary Fink and Supporting The State Designating That Portion Of I-95 Between Mile Markers 115 and 120 As "Trooper Zachary Fink Memorial Highway" In St. Lucie County, Florida The deputy clerk read the proclamation into the record. A motion was made to adopt the resolution, and it passed unanimously. Chair Fowler presented the proclamation to the Florida Highway Patrol,

BOCC Regular Meeting Tuesday, January 21, 2025 9:00 AM 4 | P a g e Lieutenants Robert Ruiz and Matthew Gallagher, and Captain Allen Sapp, who thanked the Board and accepted the proclamation with honor. RESULT: APPROVE MOVER: Commissioner District 1 James Clasby SECONDER: Commissioner District 2 Larry Leet AYES: Jamie Fowler, Larry Leet, James Clasby, Erin Lowry, Cathy Townsend NAYS: None EXCUSED: None B. Resolution No. 25-032 - Proclaiming January 20, 2025 as "Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day" in St. Lucie County, Florida The deputy clerk read the proclamation into the record only. No acceptors were present to accept the proclamation. A motion was made to adopt the resolution, and it passed unanimously. RESULT: APPROVE MOVER: Commissioner District 5 Cathy Townsend SECONDER: Commissioner District 1 James Clasby AYES: Jamie Fowler, Larry Leet, James Clasby, Erin Lowry, Cathy Townsend NAYS: None EXCUSED: None 9. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A motion was made to approve all minute sets, and it passed unanimously. RESULT: APPROVE MOVER: Commissioner District 2 Larry Leet SECONDER: Commissioner District 1 James Clasby AYES: Jamie Fowler, Larry Leet, James Clasby, Erin Lowry, Cathy Townsend NAYS: None EXCUSED: None A. Board of County Commissioners minutes for the BOCC Regular Meeting of December 3, 2024 B. Board of County Commissioners minutes for the BOCC Informal Meeting of December 10, 2024 C. Board of County Commissioners minutes for the BOCC Regular Meeting of December 10, 2024 10. CONSENT AGENDA A motion was made to adopt the consent agenda, excluding items 10.B.1. Government Relations Strategic Plan, 10.D.3. ACCEL International Holdings Inc. - Fourth Amendment to Job Growth Investment Grant (JGIG) Agreement No. 21-003, and 10.D.4. Meyer Utility Structures, LLC. AKA Arcosa - Second

BOCC Regular Meeting Tuesday, January 21, 2025 9:00 AM 5 | P a g e Amendment to Job Growth Investment Grant (JGIG) Agreement, and it passed unanimously. RESULT: APPROVE MOVER: Commissioner District 1 James Clasby SECONDER: Commissioner District 2 Larry Leet AYES: Jamie Fowler, Larry Leet, James Clasby, Erin Lowry, Cathy Townsend NAYS: None EXCUSED: None A. WARRANTS 1. Warrant Lists 14 - 15 Adopted by Consent Vote B. ADMINISTRATION 1. Government Relations Strategic Plan Commissioner Clasby requested that this item be discussed and voted on separately. Staff recommended Board approval of the Government Relations Strategic Plan with permission for the County Administrator to approve plan updates and the Chair signature on documents as approved by the County Attorney. Commissioner Clasby expressed concerns regarding the Strategic Visioning Plan, as the updates from the previous Informal Board discussions have not changed. He mentioned Infrastructure still does not list “Roads or Parks”, with Economic Development “& Monitoring” has not been added, County Campus has not been changed, and Balancing Impacts of Development has not been changed to “Growth Management” he asked if the proposed document was the final document for approval without the changes as discussed/suggested. Chair Fowler advised the document may have been uploaded before the Informal Board discussion. Mayte Santamaria, Deputy County Administrator, confirmed the document was uploaded before the Informal Board discussion. The proposed item is the strategic plan for Government Relations, in particular, the prior discussion was for the overall strategic plan. There is a list of the items/changes that are reflective of the past two Board discussions in December and January. For the next informal Board discussion in February, the budget office will be providing an update on the budget process where the strategic plan will be used with the updated priorities. She is unsure if Government Relations will be updating the document to reflect the changes. Courtney Calderone, Government Relations Division Director, commented and advised that the proposed document for approval is due to legislative session timing. She advised the legislative session timing would not align when changes are made, so they are moving forward with the document as is as the previous Board had approved. However, if the Board changes the document, Government Relations then could put the item back before the Board for the change.

BOCC Regular Meeting Tuesday, January 21, 2025 9:00 AM 6 | P a g e She advised of the need to move forward due to legislative session timing. Commissioner Clasby suggested making changes to reflect Board decisions, specifically adding "Roads" under Infrastructure and changing "Balancing Impacts of Development" to "Growth Management." He expressed the importance of prioritizing roads in the document for legislative purposes. He asked the board to decide whether to make the suggested changes immediately or wait until after the legislative session. Ms. Calderone clarified that the Board can approve the changes now, but the overall plan will be updated later. Chair Fowler, Commissioner Clasby, and the staff discussed the timeline for updating the document, concerns about ensuring Board consensus before finalizing it, and the need to have the document ready soon. In closing the discussion, Commissioner Clasby made a motion to approve the changes, specifically adding "Roads" under Infrastructure and changing "Balancing Impacts of Development" to "Growth Management." A motion was made to approve the staff recommendation with the amendment to change the strategic planning document to add "Roads" under Infrastructure and rename "Balancing Impacts of Development" to "Growth Management." and it passed unanimously. RESULT: APPROVE MOVER: Commissioner District 1 James Clasby SECONDER: Commissioner District 2 Larry Leet AYES: Jamie Fowler, Larry Leet, James Clasby, Erin Lowry, Cathy Townsend NAYS: None EXCUSED: None 2. Commissioner Lowry's Appointment to the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy Committee Staff recommended the Board vote to ratify the appointment of Gabby Rothman as Commissioner Lowry's representative on the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) Committee. Adopted by Consent Vote 3. Commissioner Lowry's Appointment to the Citizen's Budget Committee Staff recommended the Board vote to ratify the appointment of Stuart Grifel as Commissioner Lowry's representative on the Citizen's Budget Committee. Adopted by Consent Vote 4. Commissioner Clasby's Appointment to the Historical Commission

BOCC Regular Meeting Tuesday, January 21, 2025 9:00 AM 7 | P a g e Staff recommended the Board vote to ratify the appointment of Chris Koblegard as Commissioner Clasby's representative on the Historical Commission. Adopted by Consent Vote 5. Commissioner Clasby's Appointment to the Library Advisory Board Staff recommended the Board vote to ratify the appointment of Kathleen Meyer as Commissioner Clasby's representative on the Library Advisory Board. Adopted by Consent Vote 6. Appointment to the Contractor's Examining Board - At-Large Member Vacancy Staff recommended the Board appoint Tony Jerger to fill one of the vacant at-large seats on the Contractor's Examining Board. Adopted by Consent Vote C. AIRPORT 1. AECOM C20-03-341 Work Authorization 3 - 3rd Amendment Construction Administration and Resident Project Representative Services to Reconfigure Taxiways C8 and B and Related Work - $190,514.42 Staff recommended Board approval of AECOM Work Authorization 3 - 3rd Amendment $190,514.42 Construction Administration and Resident Project Representative Services to Reconfigure Taxiways C8 and B and Related Work and authorization for the Chair to sign documents as approved by the County Attorney. Adopted by Consent Vote 2. Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) Public Transportation Grant Agreement (PTGA) FM 451536-1 Taxiway Alpha Runway 14-32 Intersection Rehab Design - $150,000.00 Staff recommended Board acceptance of FDOT's Public Transportation Grant Agreement (PTGA) FM 451536-1 Taxiway Alpha Runway 14-32 Intersection Rehab Design $150,000.00, approve Resolution No. 2025-19 and authorization for the Chair to sign documents as approved by the County Attorney. Adopted by Consent Vote D. COUNTY ATTORNEY 1. Resolution No. 25-007 - Proclaiming the week of January 19th through January 25th, 2025 as "National Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists Week" in St. Lucie County, Florida Adopted by Consent Vote

BOCC Regular Meeting Tuesday, January 21, 2025 9:00 AM 8 | P a g e Chair Fowler acknowledged this item. 2. Request to Terminate the Contract with CrediTech by 'Piggybacking' on the City of Port St. Lucie Contract for Debt Collection Services of Code Enforcement Liens Staff recommended the Board approve the termination of the piggyback contract between St. Lucie County and CrediTech. Adopted by Consent Vote 3. ACCEL International Holdings Inc. - Fourth Amendment to Job Growth Investment Grant (JGIG) Agreement No. 21-003 Item presented in conjunction with 10. D.4. Commissioner Clasby requested that this item be discussed and voted on separately. Staff recommended the Board approve the proposed Fourth Amendment to the Job Growth Investment Agreement No. 21-003 with ACCEL International Holdings Inc. and authorize the Chair to sign the amendment as approved by the County Attorney. Commissioner Clasby requested a brief presentation on the changes needed for the Job Growth Incentive Grant. Dan McIntyre, County Attorney, informed that ACCEL International Holdings, Inc. (ACCEL), a manufacturer of high-performance conductors, has applied for a job growth incentive grant that was initially awarded in 2001. In December the County Administrator received a letter from the company indicating delays in manufacturing equipment worth approximately $10 million, which has caused the company to miss their job growth requirements. The company is asking for a one-year or six-month extension to meet its job creation targets. In response, Commissioner Clasby asked for clarification if the company was seeking to flip its payment schedule to align with the job creation milestone. He asked if the payment schedule were to be changed and flipped how much the County would owe the company. Benjamin Balcer, Planning & Development Services Director, advised the company submitted a letter for an extension of their job creation. The company has created 18 out of the 125 required jobs and would like credit for the jobs created. They would like to switch their job creation schedule to a backloaded job creation schedule instead of a front-loaded one. The initial front-loaded payment schedule is being flipped for a back-loaded approach to avoid incentivizing unmet job creation. In terms of the payment schedule, the total will not change. However, in Year 1 they will only receive $12,500 instead of $58,125. Commissioner Clasby expressed concern regarding the incentives and the need to be firm with incentive deals, avoiding indefinite extensions. Also, expressed concern about multiple amendments to the program, and suggested a need for stricter policy to the original

BOCC Regular Meeting Tuesday, January 21, 2025 9:00 AM 9 | P a g e agreement. Chair Fowler agreed and mentioned the need for a balanced approach to incentives and extensions. She discussed the number of extensions being allowed and the acceptable reasons for those extensions. Commissioner Clasby mentioned item 10.D.4. Meyer Utility Structures LLC. Request for an extension and the number of extensions requested. He understands things may happen in the process and communication needs to take place in the beginning to establish limitations rather it is open-ended or unlimited amendments. Local companies may benefit from the program but may not be qualified. He suggested denying the amendments and encouraging the company to stick to the original contract. Commissioner Leet stated that most delays result from COVID-19 and supply chain challenges impacting the company's job creation target goal. He does not agree with denying the proposed contracts, but in the future the Board to have a more in-depth review. Commissioner Clasby voiced his concerns about COVID and supply chain issues being utilized as reasons for an extension. He asked for an outline of the previous amendments (modifications/extensions) to the proposed contracts. In response, Mr. Balcer advised that this will be the fourth amendment to the Meyer Utility Structures, LLC, also known as the Arcosa job growth investment grant and the amendments were one-year pushes to the job creation schedule due to supply chain issues. They are monitored and if they do not achieve their goal/target, they will not receive anything. The Board and staff discussed the economic growth the companies bring to the area, previous amendments to the two proposed items, supply chain issues as a reason for an extension, additional parameters regarding extensions, ordinance updates, and the denial of the items. Commissioner Clasby made a motion to approve proposed items 10.D.3 and 10.D.4, with a condition that staff will modify future contracts to negotiate with the Board to have additional limitations on extensions. Chair Fowler advised the Board is scheduled to have an informal discussion in February/March regarding job growth incentives and based on the Board's feedback at that time changes would be made going forward. Commissioner Townsend asked why the items were under the County Attorney and not assigned to the Planning & Development Department. In response, Mr. McIntyre advised historically has had been tasked with the items. The program pertains to county funding, not state funding, for the Job Growth Incentive Fund. There is an internal and external economic development team that manages the companies, but they are still presented to the County Attorney. He is okay with Planning & Development taking on the role in terms of future contracts. Commissioner Townsend suggested shifting the discussion to the Planning Department for

BOCC Regular Meeting Tuesday, January 21, 2025 9:00 AM 10 | P a g e better coordination and the Board agreed. The Board did not have any further questions or comments on this item. A motion was made to approve staff recommendations, and it passed unanimously. RESULT: APPROVE MOVER: Commissioner District 5 Cathy Townsend SECONDER: Commissioner District 2 Larry Leet AYES: Jamie Fowler, Larry Leet, James Clasby, Erin Lowry, Cathy Townsend NAYS: None EXCUSED: None 4. Meyer Utility Structures, LLC. AKA Arcosa - Second Amendment to Job Growth Investment Grant (JGIG) Agreement Commissioner Clasby requested that this item be discussed and voted on separately. This item was presented, discussed and voted on in conjunction with 10.D.3. Staff recommended the Board approve the proposed second amendment to the Job Growth Incentive Grant Agreement No. 23-001 with Meyer Utility Structures, LLC. AKA ARCOSA, and authorize the Chair to sign the amendment. A motion was made to approve staff recommendations, and it passed unanimously. RESULT: APPROVE MOVER: Commissioner District 5 Cathy Townsend SECONDER: Commissioner District 2 Larry Leet AYES: Jamie Fowler, Larry Leet, James Clasby, Erin Lowry, Cathy Townsend NAYS: None EXCUSED: None 5. Request from Finance Director for BOCC Record Destruction Staff recommended the Board approve the destruction of the records as requested. Adopted by Consent Vote 6. Resolution No. 2025-29 - Accepting a Wetland Conservation Easement, Dune Conservation Easement, Preserve Area Management and Monitoring Plan, and Sea Turtle Protection Plan from Mario Arbucci - Parcel ID 2532-314-0002-000-8 Staff recommended the Board accept the Wetland Conservation Easement, Dune Conservation Easement, Preserve Area Management, and Monitoring Plan, and Sea Turtle Protection Plan

BOCC Regular Meeting Tuesday, January 21, 2025 9:00 AM 11 | P a g e from Mario Arbucci, authorize the Chair to sign the resolution and direct staff to record the documents in the public records of St. Lucie County, Florida. Adopted by Consent Vote 7. Resolution No. 2025-30 - Accepting a Conservation Easement and Preserve Area Management and Monitoring Plan from Oak Ridge Ranches LLC Staff recommended the Board accept the Conservation Easement and Preserve Area Management and Monitoring Plan from Oak Ridge Ranches LLC, authorize the Chair to sign the resolution, and direct staff to record the documents in the public records of St. Lucie County, Florida. Adopted by Consent Vote 8. Contract for Sale and Purchase - SHER-BRT, LLC - 80' of Right-of-Way along Laidback Way - Parcel ID 2311-220-0002-000-1 Staff recommended the Board approve the contract for sale and purchase from SHER-BRT, LLC, authorize the Chair to sign the contract, direct staff to proceed with the closing and record the warranty deed in the public records of St. Lucie County, Florida. Adopted by Consent Vote 9. Revocable License Agreement - 283 NE Mainsail St - River Park - Unit 9 Part C - Wendi Galarza and Juan Carlos Loredo Rangel - Parcel ID 3419-570-0073-000-9 Ms. Galarza and Mr. Rangel are requesting a Revocable License Agreement to install a 6’ vinyl fence with gates along the north and south sides of the property, within the County’s 6’ Drainage/Utility Easement, and a 6’ vinyl fence along the east side of the property, within the County’s 10’ Drainage/Utility Easement per the Plat recorded in Plat Book 15, Page 28. They understand if the County Engineer determines the fence and gates are causing flooding, drainage problems, or for other needs in the area, the fence and gates will need to be removed or relocated at their expense. Engineering, Road & Bridge, Water Quality, and the City of Port St. Lucie Utilities have reviewed the Revocable License Agreement and have no objections. Staff recommended the Board approve the Revocable License Agreement, authorize the Chair to sign the agreement and direct Ms. Galarza and Mr. Rangel pay to record the agreement in the public records of St. Lucie County, Florida. Adopted by Consent Vote 10. Revocable License Agreement - 5300 Suson Lane - Holiday Pines Subdivision Phase I - Jessica, John, and Julie Pettingill - Parcel ID 1312-500-0166-000-7

BOCC Regular Meeting Tuesday, January 21, 2025 9:00 AM 12 | P a g e Jessica, John, and Julie Pettingill are requesting a Revocable License Agreement to install a 6' vinyl fence at the rear of the property, within the County’s 7.5’ Drainage/Utility Easement, per the Plat recorded in Plat Book 18, Page 16. They understand if the County Engineer determines the fence is causing flooding, drainage problems, or for other needs in the area, the fence will need to be removed or relocated at their expense. Engineering, Road & Bridge, and Water Quality have reviewed the Revocable License Agreement and have no objections. Staff recommended the Board approve the Revocable License Agreement, authorize the Chair to sign the agreement and direct the Pettingills pay to record the agreement in the public records of St. Lucie County, Florida. Adopted by Consent Vote 11. Revocable License Agreement - 618 Willows Ave - River Park - Unit 2 - Stacy Brooke Iovieno and Austin James Iovieno - Parcel ID 3419-510-0298-000-6 Mr. and Ms. Iovieno are requesting a Revocable License Agreement to install a 4’ chain link fence along the west side of the property, within the County’s 6’ Drainage/Utility Easement per the Restrictive Covenants recorded in Deed Book 224, Page 453. They understand if the County Engineer determines the fence is causing flooding, drainage problems, or for other needs in the area, the fence will need to be removed or relocated at their expense. Engineering, Road & Bridge, Water Quality, and the City of Port St. Lucie Utilities have reviewed the Revocable License Agreement and have no objections. Staff recommended the Board approve the Revocable License Agreement, authorize the Chair to sign the agreement and direct Mr. and Ms. Iovieno pay to record the agreement in the public records of St. Lucie County, Florida. Adopted by Consent Vote E. COMMUNITY SERVICES 1. Work Authorization between St. Lucie County and Song and Associates, Inc. for Architectural Design Services for the Veterans Homeless Shelter Staff recommended Board approval of Work Authorization No. 3 and authorization for the Chair to sign documents as approved by the County Attorney. Adopted by Consent Vote 2. Fiscal Year 2025 Funding Agreement Between the Treasure Coast Homeless Services Council and St. Lucie County for the Men's and Women's Homeless Resource Centers, AKA the "Housing Hub"

BOCC Regular Meeting Tuesday, January 21, 2025 9:00 AM 13 | P a g e Staff recommended Board approval of the FY 2025 agreement between St. Lucie County and the Treasure Coast Homeless Services Council, Inc. in the amount of $600,000.00 for the Housing Hub, and authorization for the Chair to sign documents as approved to legal form and correctness by the County Attorney. Adopted by Consent Vote 3. First Amendment to the Agreement between St. Lucie County and In the Image of Christ, Inc. for Sheltering Services (C22-11-975) Staff recommended Board approval of the First Amendment to the agreement between St. Lucie County and in the Image of Christ as signed by the County Administrator. Adopted by Consent Vote F. ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES 1. Ocean Bay Preserve Agreement - Elaine M. Wood and Michael S. Irey Staff recommended Board approval of the Agreement between St. Lucie County and Elaine M. Wood and Michael S. Irey and authorization for the Chair to sign the documents as approved by the County Attorney. Adopted by Consent Vote G. OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT & BUDGET 1. Award of Bid No. 24-095 - Welding and Fabrication Services Staff recommended Board approval of the award of Bid No. 24-095, Welding and Fabrication Services to Loidl Enterprises, Inc. of Vero Beach and Custom Welding Diversified of Port St. Lucie and authorization for the Chair to sign the contracts as approved by the County Attorney. Adopted by Consent Vote 2. Award of Bid No. 24-108 - Purchase and Delivery of Clean Fill Dirt Staff recommended Board approval to award Bid No. 24-108, Purchase and Delivery of Clean Fill Dirt to Abercrombie Land Services, T. Disney Trucking & Grading, Zorion, and Austin Tupler Trucking, and authorization for the Chair to sign the contracts as approved by the County Attorney. Adopted by Consent Vote 3. Award of Bid No. 24-109 - Purchase and Delivery of Asphalt Millings Staff recommended Board approval to award Bid No. 24-109, Purchase and Delivery of Asphalt

BOCC Regular Meeting Tuesday, January 21, 2025 9:00 AM 14 | P a g e Millings to Austin Tupler Trucking, Inc., True Haul LLC, C.W. Roberts Contracting, Inc., and Dickerson Florida, Inc. and authorization for the Chair to sign the contracts as approved by the County Attorney. Adopted by Consent Vote 4. Award of Bid No. 24-110 - Purchase and Delivery of Coquina and Shell Rock Materials Staff recommended Board approval to award Bid No. 24-110, Purchase and Delivery of Coquina and Shell Rock Materials to Austin Tupler, Inc., Zorion, and Green Dream International for both coquina and shell rock materials and True Haul for shell rock, and authorization for the Chair to sign the contracts as approved by the County Attorney. Adopted by Consent Vote 5. FY 25 Budget Resolution Recognizing Unanticipated Revenue Staff recommended Board approval of this agenda item to recognize the funds to amend the budget by $2,212,100.00. Adopted by Consent Vote 6. Amendment to Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Grants Budgets Staff recommended Board approval of budget resolution amending the fiscal year 2024-2025 budget. Adopted by Consent Vote H. PARKS, RECREATION & FACILITIES 1. Florida Indian Heritage Association 2025 Pow-Wow - Fairgrounds Fee Waiver $5,250.00 Staff recommended Board authorization to waive $5,250.00 in Adams Arena rental fees for the 2025 Florida Indian Heritage Association Pow-Wow to be held at the St. Lucie County Fairgrounds as outlined in the agenda memorandum and authorization for the Chair to sign documents as approved by the County Attorney. Adopted by Consent Vote 2. 10th Annual Fort Pierce Job Fair - Havert L. Fenn Center Fee Waiver $2,587.50 Staff recommended Board approval to waive the facility use fee of $2,587.50 as outlined in this agenda memorandum and authorization for the Chair to sign documents as approved by the County Attorney. Adopted by Consent Vote

BOCC Regular Meeting Tuesday, January 21, 2025 9:00 AM 15 | P a g e 3. 10th Annual Night to Shine Prom - Havert L. Fenn Center Fee Waiver $6,937.50 Staff recommended Board approval to waive the facility fee of $6,937.50 as outlined in this agenda memorandum and authorization for the Chair to sign documents as approved by the County Attorney. Adopted by Consent Vote 4. FY25 Sole Source Vendors for Facilities Division Staff recommended Board approval of the bid waiver and sole source determination for the purchase of parts, equipment, services, and supplies for the maintenance and operation of the St Lucie County Facilities, from the listed proposed sole source vendors, and authorization for the Chair to execute all applicable contracts and documents as approved by the County Attorney. Adopted by Consent Vote 5. Equipment and Installation of Liebert Air Handlers at the St. Lucie County Emergency Operations Center for the total amount of $351,771.00 Staff recommended Board approval of two contracts for the equipment and installation of Liebert chilled water units (units 2-1A and 2-1B) at the St. Lucie County Emergency Operations Center, by Trane, LLC., in the total amount of $351,771.00 (Equipment $148,868.00/Installation $202,903.00) and authorize the Chair to sign the contract as approved by the County Attorney. Adopted by Consent Vote 6. Award of BID No. 24-107 Clover Park Stair Replacement in the amount of $241,660.00 Staff recommended Board approval to award BID No. 24-107 to Tadeos Engineering LLC in the amount of $241,660.00 and authorize the Chair to sign the contract as approved by the County Attorney. Adopted by Consent Vote 7. Junior Reserve Officers Training Corp (JROTC) Congressional Cadet Competition Fee Waiver - $605.00 - ITEM PULLED PRIOR TO MEETING I. PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT SERVICES 1. Silver Oaks Planned Unit Development (PUD) Plat Staff recommended the Board approve the Silver Oaks PUD Final Plat and authorize the Chair to sign the plat and authorize the Chair to sign associated agreement documents as approved to form by the County Attorney, conditioned upon a Subdivision Improvement Agreement (SIA) and the associated surety prior to recording where applicable.

BOCC Regular Meeting Tuesday, January 21, 2025 9:00 AM 16 | P a g e Adopted by Consent Vote J. PUBLIC SAFETY 1. Second Amendment to January 6, 2023, Interlocal Agreement with St. Lucie County Fire District - 911 Communications Services Staff recommended the Board approve the Second Interlocal agreement and authorize the Chair to sign the agreement as approved by the County Attorney. Adopted by Consent Vote 2. Request Approval to Piggyback City of Fort Lauderdale, FL Vendor Contract with Bausch Enterprises, Inc. for the Purchase and Installation of Lifeguard Towers Staff recommended the Board approve the piggyback on the City of Fort Lauderdale's contract with Bausch Enterprises, Inc. (CAM #23-0426), and permission to contract with vendor, and authorization for the Chair to sign documents as approved by the County Attorney. Adopted by Consent Vote 3. Approval of Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity Renewal Applications Staff recommended the Board determine COPCN Class B holders National Health Transport, Inc., HCA Florida Lawnwood Hospital, RG Ambulance Services dba All County Ambulance and RG Ambulance Services dba American Ambulance Service, and COPCN Class F holders Stellar Transport, Inc., TransMobility, LLC., Extended Care Non-Medical Transportation Services, LLC., Skytop Transportation, Inc., Treasure Coast Transportation Services, Inc., RG Ambulance Services dba All County Ambulance and RG Ambulance Services dba American Ambulance Service are in compliance with the terms of their certificates and Chapter 18, Article III, Life Support Services, of the County Code, approve the renewal applications, and authorize the Chair to sign the Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity for each respective provider extending the Certificate by two (2) years. Adopted by Consent Vote K. PUBLIC UTILITIES 1. Grant Agreement Acceptance - FEMA Project 4673-136-R Grant for Emergency Generator through the Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM), Hazard Mitigation Grant Program Staff recommended Board approval of the attached grant agreement in the amount of $141,575.72 between St. Lucie County and the Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) for the purchase and installation of a permanent stand-by generator at the Waterstone II Lift Station and authorize the Chair to sign documents as approved by the County Attorney. Staff also recommends that the Board approve Resolution No. 2025-8 and authorize the Chair to sign

BOCC Regular Meeting Tuesday, January 21, 2025 9:00 AM 17 | P a g e the Resolution as approved by the County Attorney. Adopted by Consent Vote 2. Resolution No. 2025-028 - Solid Waste Tipping (Disposal) Fees Staff recommended the Board adopt the resolution and authorize the Chair to sign the resolution as approved by the County Attorney. Adopted by Consent Vote 3. Amendment #1 to Extend Work Authorization No. 25 for Operations Assistance to Provide Professional Engineering Services Staff recommended Board approval and authorization for the Chair to execute Amendment #1 to CDM Smith Work Authorization No. 25 under Contract C19-09-790 for professional engineering services for a not-to-exceed total cost of $329,670.00 Adopted by Consent Vote L. PUBLIC WORKS 1. Rescind Previous Bid Award and Re-award Bid No. 24-087 Canal and Ditch Cleaning and Grinding to Environmental Land Development, Inc. Staff recommended Board approval to rescind the award of Bid No. 24-087 for Canal and Ditch Cleaning and Grinding, from Adventure Environmental Inc., and award it to the second lowest responsive bidder, Environmental Land Development, Inc., and authorization of the Chair to sign the contract as approved by the County Attorney. Adopted by Consent Vote 2. Easy Street Sidewalk Transportation Alternatives Project (TAP) Grant Application Staff recommended Board approval of Resolution 2025-18 in support of the FDOT TAP Grant application cycle for the FY 2026 Tentative Work Program and authorization for the Chair to sign documents as approved by the County Attorney. Adopted by Consent Vote 11. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. COUNTY ATTORNEY 1. Ordinance No. 25-004 - Repealing Ordinance No. 89-39 Dan McIntyre, County Attorney, presented to the Board a proposed ordinance to repeal an ordinance adopted in September 1989 by the County, which supported water fluoridation based on scientific consensus at the time. In November 2024, the Florida State Surgeon General

BOCC Regular Meeting Tuesday, January 21, 2025 9:00 AM 18 | P a g e recommended against community water fluoridation due to certain risks associated with fluoride. The notice of the public hearing was published in the St Lucie News, as required by state law. The proposed ordinance, if adopted, would rescind the 1989 mandate, allowing affected entities, such as cities (City of Port St. Lucie & FPUA), to decide on fluoridation independently. Staff recommended the Board approve Ordinance No. 25-004 and authorize the Chair to sign the ordinance. Chair Fowler opened the hearing for public comment at this time. With no one wishing to address the Board, Chair Fowler closed the public hearing. The Board did not have any questions or comments on this item. A motion was made to approve staff recommendations, and it passed unanimously. RESULT: APPROVE MOVER: Commissioner District 2 Larry Leet SECONDER: Commissioner District 1 James Clasby AYES: Jamie Fowler, Larry Leet, James Clasby, Erin Lowry, Cathy Townsend NAYS: None EXCUSED: None B. OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT & BUDGET 1. Resolution - Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Budget Amendment Jennifer Hill, Office of Management & Budget Director, and Jennifer Garrity, Budget Manager, presented to the Board a proposed amendment to the current budget to reconcile fund balances for the fiscal year 2024. Staff calculated the current beginning balances of the County's numerous funds, recognizing additional balances not appropriated in the current fiscal year 2025 adopted budget, adjusting inter-fund transfers with the balances, and recognizing other unanticipated revenue. The resolution establishes the fiscal year 2025 budget for unanticipated revenue totaling $205,693,732, including funding to reconcile County capital project balances and existing grant match obligations. The budget appropriates the balances to their applicable funds and budgets. The public hearing was advertised on Thursday, January 16, 2025. Staff recommended Board approval of the budget resolution amending the fiscal year 2024-2025 budget. Chair Fowler opened the hearing for public comment at this time. With no one wishing to address the Board, Chair Fowler closed the public hearing. The Board did not have any questions or comments on this item. A motion was made to approve staff recommendations, and it passed unanimously.

BOCC Regular Meeting Tuesday, January 21, 2025 9:00 AM 19 | P a g e RESULT: APPROVE MOVER: Commissioner District 2 Larry Leet SECONDER: Commissioner District 1 James Clasby AYES: Jamie Fowler, Larry Leet, James Clasby, Erin Lowry, Cathy Townsend NAYS: None EXCUSED: None C. PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT SERVICES 1. 1057 S 37th Street - Road Paving Waiver - THIS ITEM IS QUASI-JUDICIAL This public hearing was Quasi-Judicial, and the commissioners made the following disclosures regarding this item: Commissioner Jamie Fowler - Spoke with staff. Commissioner Larry Leet- Spoke with staff. Commissioner James Clasby - Spoke with the applicant and staff. Commissioner Erin Lowry - Spoke with staff. Chair Cathy Townsend - Spoke with the applicant and staff. Tahir Curry, Planning & Development Services Planner I, and Grant Chambers, Senior Project Engineer, presented the proposed request for a road paving waiver and proportionate fair share contributions for a minor site plan. The site is located at 1057 S 37th Street, in Fort Pierce north of Whiteway Dairy Road between Hartman Road and S 37th Street. The request involves a minor site plan to subdivide a 7.15-acre site into three (3) single-family subdivision lots. Following the requirements for public notice, a public hearing notice was published in the local newspaper on January 10, 2025, signs were displayed on the subject property, and notices were sent by mail. The property has a zoning designation of Residential, Single-Family – 3 (RS-3). A private roadway dedication will be done on both sides of the street (15ft), chip sealed, 20-22 in width. The paving waiver requires authorization by the Board before the minor site plan and plat can move forward. The paving waiver request is for the proportionate fair share contributions for South 37th Street. The paving waiver is due to the 55-ft. right-of-way. The road paving is not essential to provide adequate access to the proposed development and through the surrounding area. The road will be paved as part of the County's five-year road program or approved municipal service taxing or benefit unit. The access road does not have an adequate right-of-way in which to construct the necessary paving improvements per County standards. The proposed development is a low- traffic generator and will not require a heavy traffic rate. The fair share contributions for Fort 2K LLC road frontage will require a little over $81,000, which the applicant requests to be waived. If the Board does not waive the requirement and accepts the fair share contribution, the county must pave the road utilizing the funds within 10 years or the money is returned to the applicant at the end of the 10 years. South 37th Street is currently County-owned and maintained but unimproved and is not included in the County's five-year paving plan. The existing Right-of-Way width is sufficient to meet the County’s standards. The Road Paving Waiver conforms to the Standards of Review outlined in St. Lucie County Land

BOCC Regular Meeting Tuesday, January 21, 2025 9:00 AM 20 | P a g e Development Sections 7.05.07(B)(2) and is consistent with the Goals, Objectives, and Policies of the St. Lucie County Comprehensive Plan. Staff recommended the Board of County Commissioners approve the Road Paving Waiver, and associated Proportionate Fair Share Contribution, subject to the Conditions of Approval outlined in the draft resolution. 1. The developer shall include language on the Plat stating that the owners, heirs, and assigns of the lots known as 1057 S 37th Street Subdivision to participate and shall be a “yes” vote in any lawfully established MSTU, MSBU or other special assessment district created for the purpose of providing paving and/or drainage improvements to 1057 S 37th Street (Road Paving Wavier Condition of Approval Res. No. 2025-020). Tod Mowery, of Redtail Design Group and former Councilman Jeremiah Johnson addressed the Board regarding the project. Commissioner Leet asked if emergency vehicles could access the area. In response, Mr. Mowery advised yes. Commissioner Clasby expressed his support for the development. Chair Fowler opened the hearing for public comment at this time. With no one wishing to address the Board, Chair Fowler closed the public hearing. The Board did not have any further questions or comments on this item. A motion was made to approve staff recommendations, and it passed unanimously. RESULT: APPROVE MOVER: Commissioner District 2 Larry Leet SECONDER: Commissioner District 1 James Clasby AYES: Jamie Fowler, Larry Leet, James Clasby, Erin Lowry, Cathy Townsend NAYS: None EXCUSED: None D. PUBLIC WORKS 1. Culvert 2025-01 Municipal Services Benefit Unit (MSBU) - Assessment Resolution Barbara Guettler, MSBU Coordinator, presented this item to the Board. The Board created the Culvert Assistance Program to give property owners an option to fund the replacement of failed culverts through non-ad valorem assessments. The proposed resolution is the assessment resolution as required by the County ordinance. The purpose of this resolution relates to the imposition and collection of special assessments to fund stormwater culvert improvements within the MSBU, determine that real property therein will be specially benefitted, establish the method of assessing the cost of the improvements, and approve the assessment roll.

BOCC Regular Meeting Tuesday, January 21, 2025 9:00 AM 21 | P a g e Staff recommended Board approval of Resolution No. 2025-17, the Culvert 2025-01 MSBU Final Assessment Resolution, and authorization for the Chair to sign documents as approved by the County Attorney. Chair Fowler opened the hearing for public comment at this time. With no one wishing to address the Board, Chair Fowler closed the public hearing. The Board did not have any questions or comments on this item. A motion was made to approve staff recommendations, and it passed unanimously. RESULT: APPROVE MOVER: Commissioner District 5 Cathy Townsend SECONDER: Commissioner District 2 Larry Leet AYES: Jamie Fowler, Larry Leet, James Clasby, Erin Lowry, Cathy Townsend NAYS: None EXCUSED: None 12. REGULAR AGENDA A. ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES 1. Brown Residence - Requesting a Category I Wetland Waiver to Construct a Single-family Residence on South Hutchinson Island - THIS ITEM IS QUASI-JUDICIAL Item presented in conjunction with 12. A.2. This public hearing was Quasi-Judicial, and the commissioners made the following disclosures regarding this item: Commissioner Jamie Fowler - Spoke with staff and Logan Wellmeier via email. Commissioner Larry Leet- Spoke with staff only. Commissioner James Clasby - Spoke with staff only. Commissioner Erin Lowry - Spoke with staff only. Chair Cathy Townsend - Spoke with staff only. Aimee Cooper, Environmental Regulations Manager, and Joann Riley, Property Acquisitions Manager, presented to the Board the proposed waiver request for a Category I Wetland Waiver to construct a single-family residence and single-family residential dock on a 2.65-acre vacant parcel on South Hutchinson Island. The subject parcel is located on South Ocean Drive and is adjacent to the Indian River Lagoon to the west and the Atlantic Ocean to the east. The County comprehensive plan classifies wetlands into three categories based on their size, location, and hydrologic connectivity to adjacent water bodies. The Board is the only authority that can approve impacts on Category I wetlands or their associated buffers. The proposed wetland is classified as a Category I wetland because it is connected to a larger wetland system to the north, south, and west on South Hutchinson Island. The subject parcel zoning and future land use are

BOCC Regular Meeting Tuesday, January 21, 2025 9:00 AM 22 | P a g e consistent with the surrounding areas. The applicant is seeking approval to construct a single- family residence. To access the upper portion of the parcel for this construction, a driveway must be built through the wetland and its associated upland buffer. The initial conceptual site plans of the applicant did not meet the County's avoidance and minimization criteria. Staff worked with the applicant to meet the standards which included the construction of a shared access drive, limiting the width of the shared access drive, and micro-siting the residential buildings. The minimum direct impacts to the wetland approved by staff consist of .152 acres as well as .003 acres of wetland buffer impacts for the construction of the shared access. The shared access drive will be limited to 30 ft. in width, including the rip rap retaining wall and the construction of (4) 24- inch round flushing culverts underneath the driveway for support. The location of all residential buildings will be entirely within the upland portion of the lot. The applicant has elected to purchase 0.2 saltwater mitigation credits for the Bear Point mitigation bank. The wetland and its associated buffer will be placed under a conservation easement and restored by removing invasive plants. The dune preservation zone will be accessed via an elevated dune crossover, constructed following regulatory standards. Per the comprehensive plan, the Board may grant a wetland waiver if no other reasonable alternative exists, and avoidance and minimization of impacts cannot be achieved. The staff has reviewed the proposed waiver request and made the following determinations: • The criteria for granting the waiver detailed in Comprehensive Plan Policy 6.1.14.3, requires avoidance and minimization of impacts to the greatest extent feasible while still allowing reasonable use of the property; • Efforts to avoid and minimize wetland impacts include the provision of a shared access drive to the south parcel, limiting the width of the shared access drive to 30 ft. in width, including the rip rap retaining wall, and the siting of the residential buildings entirely within the upland portion of the lot. • Impacts to the wetland consist of 0.152 acres (6,650 sq. ft.) and 0.003 acres (154 sq. ft.) of impacts to the 50 ft. wetland buffer are expected. Staff recommended approval of the subject wetland waiver request to the Board of County Commissioners with the following conditions. 1. Prior to the commencement of development, including, but not limited to clearing, filling, excavation, grading, or planting of vegetation, as defined in LDC 2.00.00, an executed Conservation Easement over all unimpacted onsite wetlands and their associated buffers, and the coastal dune preservation zone within the parcel boundaries will be placed under conservation easement along with the approved Preserve Area Monitoring and Management Plan (PAMMP), Dune Restoration Plan, and Sea Turtle Protection Plan with an attached affidavit and cashier's check (payable to the Clerk of the Court for recording fees) to the County Attorney. The applicant shall also provide a georeferenced GIS shapefile or CAD file of the conservation easement boundaries to St. Lucie County. 2. Prior to the commencement of development, including, but not limited to clearing, filling, excavation, grading, or planting of vegetation, as defined in LDC 2.00.00, provide all appropriate outside agency permits (Environmental Resource Permit, coastal construction control line (CCCL) permit, etc.) including but not limited to Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP),

BOCC Regular Meeting Tuesday, January 21, 2025 9:00 AM 23 | P a g e Army Corps of Engineers (ACOE), etc. 3. Prior to the commencement of development, including, but not limited to clearing, filling, excavation, grading, or planting of vegetation, as defined in LDC 2.00.00, provide documentation of wetland mitigation purchase to the Bear Point Mitigation Bank. 4. Prior to commencement of development, including, but not limited to clearing, filling, excavation, grading, or planting of vegetation, as defined in LDC 2.00.00, listed-species surveys shall be supplied to ERD. 5. Prior to the commencement of development, including, but not limited to clearing, filling, excavation, grading, or planting of vegetation, as defined in LDC 2.00.00, the lift station design shall include the following precautions to prevent contamination of the wetland in the event of a system failure (Comprehensive Plan Policy 6.1.14.2.c): a. The top of the wet well and electrical components will be sited sufficiently above the flood elevation of concern. b. A permanent emergency generator to ensure the functionality of the station in the event of a power outage shall be provided. c. An appropriate alarm (high level, pump failures, etc.) and a means of notification (e.g. auto dialer) to notify of problems at the lift station so utility personnel can respond in a timely manner shall be installed. d. Routine maintenance to prevent a failure at a lift station shall be performed. 6. Prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, all seaward and shore-perpendicular facing windows and doors shall be fitted with tinted glass or film with a visible light transmittance value of forty-five (45) percent or less. A registered Florida architect or engineer shall conduct a nighttime survey with all of the beachfront lighting turned on and provide a report of the inspection to the Environmental Resources Department as outlined in the approved Sea Turtle Protection Plan. If any violations of the sea turtle lighting code are identified, a Certificate of Occupancy shall not be issued until all violations have been corrected. 7. Prior to issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy all Category I listed invasive plant species shall be eradicated from the site. Commissioner Clasby questioned the wetland approval process and any additional permits required from other agencies. In response, Ms. Cooper confirmed that the applicant has already obtained approval from state and federal agencies and is working to meet the County's compliance standards. Also, the applicant must still obtain updated approvals from relevant agencies. The Board did not have any further questions or comments on this item. A motion was made to approve staff recommendations, and it passed unanimously. RESULT: APPROVE MOVER: Commissioner District 2 Larry Leet SECONDER: Commissioner District 3 Erin Lowry AYES: Jamie Fowler, Larry Leet, James Clasby, Erin Lowry, Cathy Townsend NAYS: None EXCUSED: None

BOCC Regular Meeting Tuesday, January 21, 2025 9:00 AM 24 | P a g e 2. Resolution No. 2025-31 - Accepting a Conservation Easement, Preserve Area Management and Monitoring Plan, Dune Restoration Plan, and Sea Turtle Protection Plan from Ryan Brown - Parcel ID 2529-331-0001-000-4 Item presented in conjunction with 12. A.1. Joann Riley, the Property Acquisitions Manager, and Aimee Cooper, the Environmental Regulations Manager, presented to the Board a proposed companion item to item 12.A.1. This item is a proposed resolution for the acceptance of a conservation easement, which includes plans for preserve area management, monitoring, dune restoration, and sea turtle protection. Staff recommended the Board accept the Conservation Easement, Preserve Area Management and Monitoring Plan, Dune Restoration Plan, and Sea Turtle Protection Plan from Ryan Brown authorize the Chair to sign the resolution, and direct staff to record the documents in the public records of St. Lucie County, Florida. The Board did not have any questions or comments on this item. A motion was made to approve staff recommendations, and it passed unanimously. RESULT: APPROVE MOVER: Commissioner District 5 Cathy Townsend SECONDER: Commissioner District 2 Larry Leet AYES: Jamie Fowler, Larry Leet, James Clasby, Erin Lowry, Cathy Townsend NAYS: None EXCUSED: None B. PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT SERVICES 1. Oak Ridge Ranches PUD Pod 5 - Final Major Site Plan - THIS ITEM IS QUASI-JUDICIAL - ADD ON This public hearing was Quasi-Judicial, and the commissioners made the following disclosures regarding this item: Commissioner Jamie Fowler - Spoke with Josh Long of Kolter, Donaldson Hearing of Cotleur & Hearing, Inc., and staff. Commissioner Larry Leet- Spoke with the applicant and staff. Commissioner James Clasby - Spoke with the applicant and staff. Commissioner Erin Lowry - Spoke with the applicant and staff. Chair Cathy Townsend - Spoke with Josh Long of Kolter, Bob Raynes, Dan Sorrow, and multiple residents. Benjamin Balcer, Planning & Development Services Director, presented to the Board the proposed final major site plan for POD 5 to be known as Aurora at Solaeris, within the Oak Ridge Ranches Planned Unit Development (PUD). The overall Oak Ridge Ranch development spans over 3,200 acres, with POD 5 representing 292 acres, and the final site plan was approved on November 12,

BOCC Regular Meeting Tuesday, January 21, 2025 9:00 AM 25 | P a g e 2024. The final site plan identified the overall conservation areas and individual pods that allow for individual site plans for residential areas, as well as the civic and commercial pods along Glades Cut-Off Road and Rangeline Road establishing Soli Boulevard or the Loop Road that extends Glades Cut-Off Road and Rangeline Road. The site plan includes conservation areas through an easement, and preservation areas for wetlands and native habitats, with connectivity to these areas for wildlife. The development review committee evaluated the final site plan for consistency with the preliminary plan, proposing a density of 2.94 units per acre. The site plan includes 859 dwelling units, consisting of 628 single-family lots and 231 townhome lots. A 5.37- acre amenity center is included, along with substantial areas for stormwater management lakes and over 56 acres of preserved wetlands and upland habitat. The site plan features multiple access points, and internal roadways linking to Rangeline Road, adjacent to civic pods, and cross connection with future POD 12, street trees, and water features to enhance habitat areas and wildlife. The site plan includes active and passive recreational spaces, including a 5.37-acre community amenity center with pools, sports, and gathering spaces. Also, the site plan incorporates a minor pedestrian trail within the town hall community. However, recommendations providing trails linking single-family blocks to each other and portions of the planned open space are not incorporated into their plan. The various types of lots, include 40-ft. and 50-ft. wide single-family lots, 20-ft. and 35-ft. wide villa lots, and the corner lots may be broader. The minimum dimensional standards and setbacks for primary structures and accessory structures are consistent with the standards. The typical lot layout includes a front setback of 22 ft. from the garage door, and driveways are designed to meet these standards. The overall development is consistent with the County Land Development Code and the Comprehensive Plan. Staff recommended the Board evaluate the Site Plan and Staff Report, review the proposal in relation to the approved Preliminary PUD and Standards of Review for Site Plans, and approve Resolution No. 2025-27, granting the Final Site Plan and authorizing the Chair to sign documents as approved by the County Attorney, subject to the PUD Zoning Regulations contained in Resolution 2023-201 - Exhibit “D”, the obligated Transportation Mitigation Schedule (as may be modified) and the Phase 1A Final Site Plan as approved by Resolution 2024-229, with the following conditions: 1. The Obligated Transportation Mitigation Improvements documented in Resolution No. 2023- 201 (PUD) and the Oak Ridge Ranches Proportionate Share and Impact Fee Credit Agreement are not altered by this approval and the requirements must be satisfied. 2. Building permits sh