Board of County Commissioners on 2022-09-27 9:00 AM

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS FINAL MINUTES 9/27/2022 9:00 AM MINUTES COMMISSION CHAMBERS 2401 SE MONTEREY ROAD, STUART, FLORIDA 34996 Don G. Donaldson, P.E., County Administrator Sarah W. Woods, County Attorney Carolyn Timmann, Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Edward V. Ciampi, Chairman Harold E. Jenkins II, Vice Chairman Doug Smith Stacey Hetherington Sarah Heard CALL TO ORDER 5 - Commissioner Stacey Hetherington Commissioner Doug Smith Vice Chairman Harold E. Jenkins II Commissioner Sarah Heard Chairman Edward V. Ciampi Present: 1. INVOCATION - Moment of Silence 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. ADDITIONAL ITEMS 4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA MOTION: A motion was made by Commissioner Hetherington, seconded by Commissioner Jenkins II, to approve the agenda with additional items CNST-14 and DEPT-6. The motion carried by the following vote: 5 - Commissioner Hetherington, Commissioner Smith, Vice Chairman Jenkins II, Commissioner Heard, and Chairman Ciampi Aye: 5. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA Page 1 of 209/27/22 FINAL MINUTES

PROCLAMATIONS AND SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS PROC-1 PRESENT PROCLAMATIONS PREVIOUSLY APPROVED VIA THE CONSENT AGENDA The Chairman will present proclamations declaring October 2022 Cybersecurity Awareness Month, 4-H Week, Fire Prevention Week, and Hunger Action Month in Martin County, Florida. Agenda Item: 22-1165 Communications Manager Laura Beaupre presented the proclamations to the Board. Fire Prevention Division Chief Douglas Klain, Chris Hanson, Josh Jenkins and Christina Eberheart accepted the Fire Prevention Week Proclamation. Chief Information Officer Mike Merker accepted the proclamation for Cybersecurity Awareness Month. Ruby Aguirre and Laura Christian accepted the proclamation for Hunger Action Month. Jennifer Pelham accepted the 4-H Week proclamation. Angela Hoffman and Gina Master with Career Connect Martin Program presented certificates of completion to the workforce participants. COMMENTS 1. PUBLIC - PLEASE LIMIT COMMENTS TO THREE MINUTES. The following members of the public addressed the Board regarding the pet ordinance: Ryan Goessel, Kayka Sequin, Robert Goessel, Amy Pritchett, Susan Beuttie, Michael Syrkus, Eric Miller, Christopher Trahan, and Pam Brunelle. Joan Goodrich spoke in support of PHQJ-2 and the job opportunities it will create. Dottie Lanci addressed the Board regarding the protection and relocation of gopher tortoises; she also spoke about the preservation of the Comp Plan. Tom Pine addressed the consent agenda. He congratulated Commissioner Hetherington and Commissioner Heard on their re-election. Amber Roberts suggested signage be posted on Dixie Hwy to protect area gopher tortoise. She also addressed traffic concerns that would accompany the approval of the Beacon 21 property. Micah Robbins and Dennis Ciaglo addressed the Board in support of extending the Fairgrounds lease. Diane Meier spoke in opposition of the proposed golf courses and their environmental impact Page 2 of 209/27/22 FINAL MINUTES

(PHQJ-3). Gretchen Hurchalla suggested bringing back the rural lifestyle for more community input and requested rescission of votes. 2. COMMISSIONERS AM Commissioner Smith informed the Board of a request from the Coalition of Counties regarding the widening of Highway 70 for evacuation routes; he suggested a resolution be prepared in support of the widening project. MOTION: A motion was made by Commissioner Jenkins II, seconded by Vice Chairman Ciampi, to direct staff to return with an agenda item that would support widening of Highway 70 as requested at the September 23, 2022 County Coalition meeting. The motion carried 4-1 with Commissioner Heard dissenting. Commissioner Ciampi requested an update at the next meeting regarding the watermain break in Palm City and a process used to inform residents. PM Commissioner Ciampi wished Commissioner Jenkins a Happy Birthday. 3. COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR AM County Administrator Don Donaldson announced there will be an 11am update regarding Hurricane Ian and it's impact on Thursday's Joint Meeting. Director of Emergency Management Sally Reed provided the 11 am Hurricane Ian update. County Administrator Don Donaldson announced the cancellation of Thursday's Joint Meeting. Martin County Fire Rescue Chief Chad Cianciulli and Public Works Director Jim Gorton provided bridge closure and utility updates. PM County Administrator Don Donaldson provided the afternoon updates on Hurricane Ian and announced County closures. CONSENT ADMINISTRATION CNST-1 CONTRACTS THAT MEET THE THRESHOLD FOR BOARD APPROVAL This item is a placeholder on all Board meeting agendas to streamline the process for items that meet the Board approval threshold. Specific items requiring approval, if any, Page 3 of 209/27/22 FINAL MINUTES

will be provided by Supplemental Memorandum. If there are no items, a Supplemental Memorandum will not be attached. Agenda Item: 22-0815 This item was approved by the first motion of the meeting. CNST-2 BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS’ APPROVAL OF WARRANT LIST FOR DISBURSEMENT VIA CHECKS AND ELECTRONIC PAYMENTS TO COMPLY WITH STATUTORY REQUIREMENTS Pursuant to Chapter 136.06, Florida Statutes, checks and electronic payments issued by the Board of County Commissioners are to be recorded in the Board meeting minutes. In compliance with statutory requirements, the Warrant List is added to the Consent Agenda for approval by the Board of County Commissioners. This Warrant List is for disbursements made between August 30, 2022 and September 11, 2022. Additional details related to these disbursements may be viewed in the office of the Martin County Clerk of Court and Comptroller or on the Clerk’s website. Agenda Item: 22-0819 This item was approved by the first motion of the meeting. CNST-3 NOTED ITEMS Noted items are documents for the Board’s information that must be a part of the record but do not require any action. Agenda Item: 22-0821 This item was approved by the first motion of the meeting. CNST-4 BOARDS AND COMMITTEES STATUS REPORT This quarterly Status Report is provided to keep the Commissioners apprised of all the current vacancies, expired terms, etc. on their various boards and committees. Agenda Item: 22-0822 This item was approved by the first motion of the meeting. CNST-5 POSITION CLASSIFICATION AND PAY PLAN 2022-2023 Martin County's Code, Chapter One, Article Three, Section 1.63 establishes the enumeration of powers for the position of County Administrator. Within Section 1.63, number nine requires that the County Administrator recommend to the Board of County Commissioners a current position classification and pay plan for all positions in County service. Agenda Item: 22-1170 This item was approved by the first motion of the meeting. CNST-6 CONFIRMATION OF SEAN DONAHUE, P.E., C.B.O. AS THE GENERAL SERVICES DIRECTOR OF MARTIN COUNTY Per Florida Statutes Section 125.74(k) “the employment of all department heads shall require confirmation by the Board of County Commissioners (Board).” Sean Donahue, P.E., C.B.O. (Certified Building Official) is being recommended for the position of the County’s General Services Department Director as General Services Director. Agenda Item: 23-0034 Page 4 of 209/27/22 FINAL MINUTES

This item was approved by the first motion of the meeting. CNST-7 ADOPT A PROCLAMATION DECLARING OCTOBER 2022 AS DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH IN MARTIN COUNTY, FLORIDA The Board is asked to adopt a proclamation declaring October 2022 as Domestic Violence Awareness Month in Martin County, Florida. Agenda Item: 23-0078 This item was approved by the first motion of the meeting. CNST-8 MANAGEMENT AGREEMENT WITH THE HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF MARTIN COUNTY FOR THE HOUSE OF REFUGE The Historical Society of Martin County currently operates the House of Refuge as a public museum through a Management Agreement with the County. The Historical Society has requested a new Management Agreement to continue the operation of the House of Refuge as a public museum. Agenda Item: 23-0067 This item was approved by the first motion of the meeting. AIRPORT CNST-9 APPROVAL OF THE USER AGREEMENT FOR STUART AIR SHOW, INC.’S USE OF THE AIRPORT FOR THE ANNUAL STUART AIR SHOW This item concerns the approval of the User Agreement for Stuart Air Show, Inc. to use the Martin County Airport/Witham Field for the annual Stuart Air Show for 2022 through 2025. Agenda Item: 23-0073 This item was approved by the first motion of the meeting. PARKS AND RECREATION CNST-10 COLLABORATIVE AGREEMENT FOR DATA SHARING WITH THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MARTIN COUNTY This item is for approval of a proposed Collaborative Agreement with the School Board of Martin County (School Board), which addresses the cooperative sharing of certain student assessment data for the purpose of evaluating academic achievement and growth. Agenda Item: 22-1167 This item was approved by the first motion of the meeting. PUBLIC WORKS CNST-11 FINAL APPROVAL OF A CONTRACT AND ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION APPROVING AND ACCEPTING A WARRANTY DEED FROM JEFFREY F. GOUVEIA FOR THE ACQUISITION OF FIVE VACANT LOTS IN PALM BEACH HEIGHTS FOR CONSERVATION PURPOSES Page 5 of 209/27/22 FINAL MINUTES

This is a request for final approval of a Vacant Land Contract and adoption of a resolution approving and accepting a Warranty Deed from Jeffrey F. Gouveia for the acquisition of five vacant parcels, totaling approximately four acres, with a contract amount of $30,000 ($7,500 per acre) in Palm Beach Heights (Pal-Mar) for conservation purposes. Agenda Item: 22-1094 RESOLUTION NO. 22-9.57 This item was approved by the first motion of the meeting. CNST-12 ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING AND APPROVING A 20’ UTILITY EASEMENT FOR A WATER MAIN ASSESSMENT PROJECT TO SERVICE CARMEL AT BEAU RIVAGE FROM A CONNECTION WITHIN THE FALLS OF JENSEN BEACH SUBDIVISION This is a request for the adoption of a Resolution accepting and approving a Utility Easement from Robert Bradshaw Kidd, Jr., a single man, for the purpose of installing a water main for service from the Falls of Jensen Beach to Carmel at Beau Rivage. The easement area is located south of NW Stoney Creek Avenue, between NW Florida Ave and NW Crystal Lake Drive in Jensen Beach. Agenda Item: 22-1166 RESOLUTION NO. 22-9.58 This item was approved by the first motion of the meeting. CNST-13 ADOPT A MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN MARTIN COUNTY AND THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION TO ADDRESS ENVIRONMENTAL INFRASTRUCTURE IN COUNTY RIGHTS-OF-WAY The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) applied for Martin County Right-of-Way Use Permits to perform groundwater sampling to investigate, assess, and cleanup certain contaminated sites within Martin County. FDEP utilizes federal and state trust fund monies to perform this type of work. FDEP has requested the Board of County Commissioners execute a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) as the form of security required per Section 155.35.E of the Code of Ordinances in lieu of a typical Performance Bond. Agenda Item: 22-1178 This item was approved by the first motion of the meeting. ADMINISTRATION CNST-14 ADOPT A PROCLAMATION DECLARING VETERANS DAY IN MARTIN COUNTY, FLORIDA The Board is asked to adopt a proclamation declaring Veterans Day in Martin County, Florida that will be presented at the October 11, 2022 meeting. Agenda Item: 23-0106 This item was approved by the first motion of the meeting. Page 6 of 209/27/22 FINAL MINUTES

BOARD AND COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS B&C-1 LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES APPOINTMENTS After solicitation of applicants, the Board is asked to make the necessary appointments to the Library Board of Trustees. Agenda Item: 22-1100 RESOLUTION NO. 22-9.60 Administrative Executive Aide Donna Gordon announced the appointment of Joy Banks, Katharine Spurgeon and Susan Hauer to the Library Board of Trustees. MOTION: A motion was made by Commissioner Heard, seconded by Commissioner Jenkins II, to approve Joy Banks, Katharine Spurgeon and Susan Hauer to the Library Board of Trustees. The motion carried by the following vote: 5 - Commissioner Hetherington, Commissioner Smith, Vice Chairman Jenkins II, Commissioner Heard, and Chairman Ciampi Aye: PUBLIC HEARING PH-1 FINAL FISCAL YEAR 2022/2023 BUDGET PUBLIC HEARING There will be an outline of the public hearing procedures followed by an overview and review/approval of the Resolutions. Agenda Item: 22-1049 RESOLUTION NOs. 22-9.71 through 22-9.104 OMB Director Jennifer Manning and Budget Financial Manager Stephanie Merle presented the final budget to the Board. Chairman Smith solicited public comment; none was heard. MOTION: A motion was made by Commissioner Jenkins II, seconded by Commissioner Hetherington, for approval of Item A [Countywide Funds].The motion carried by the following vote: 4 - Commissioner Hetherington, Commissioner Smith, Vice Chairman Jenkins II, and Chairman Ciampi Aye: 1 - Commissioner HeardNay: Agenda Item: 22-1049 MOTION: A motion was made by Commissioner Jenkins II, seconded by Commissioner Hetherington, for approval of Item B [Countywide Funds]. The motion carried by the following vote: 4 - Commissioner Hetherington, Commissioner Smith, Vice Chairman Jenkins II, and Chairman Ciampi Aye: 1 - Commissioner HeardNay: Agenda Item: 22-1049 Page 7 of 209/27/22 FINAL MINUTES

MOTION: A motion was made by Commissioner Jenkins II, seconded by Commissioner Hetherington, for approval of Item C [District One MSTU Fund]. The motion carried by the following vote: 5 - Commissioner Hetherington, Commissioner Smith, Vice Chairman Jenkins II, Commissioner Heard, and Chairman Ciampi Aye: Agenda Item: 22-1049 MOTION: A motion was made by Commissioner Jenkins II, seconded by Commissioner Hetherington, for approval of Item D [District One MSTU Fund]. The motion carried by the following vote: 5 - Commissioner Hetherington, Commissioner Smith, Vice Chairman Jenkins II, Commissioner Heard, and Chairman Ciampi Aye: Agenda Item: 22-1049 MOTION: A motion was made by Commissioner Jenkins II, seconded by Commissioner Hetherington, for approval of Item E [District Two MSTU Fund]. The motion carried by the following vote: 5 - Commissioner Hetherington, Commissioner Smith, Vice Chairman Jenkins II, Commissioner Heard, and Chairman Ciampi Aye: Agenda Item: 22-1049 MOTION: A motion was made by Commissioner Jenkins II, seconded by Commissioner Hetherington, for approval of Item F [District Two MSTU Fund]. The motion carried by the following vote: 5 - Commissioner Hetherington, Commissioner Smith, Vice Chairman Jenkins II, Commissioner Heard, and Chairman Ciampi Aye: Agenda Item: 22-1049 MOTION: A motion was made by Commissioner Jenkins II, seconded by Commissioner Hetherington, for approval of Item G [District Three MSTU Fund]. The motion carried by the following vote: 5 - Commissioner Hetherington, Commissioner Smith, Vice Chairman Jenkins II, Commissioner Heard, and Chairman Ciampi Aye: Agenda Item: 22-1049 MOTION: A motion was made by Commissioner Jenkins II, seconded by Commissioner Hetherington, for approval of Item H [District Three MSTU Fund]. The motion carried by the following vote: 5 - Commissioner Hetherington, Commissioner Smith, Vice Chairman Jenkins II, Commissioner Heard, and Chairman Ciampi Aye: Agenda Item: 22-1049 Page 8 of 209/27/22 FINAL MINUTES

MOTION: A motion was made by Commissioner Jenkins II, seconded by Commissioner Hetherington, for approval of Item I [District Four MSTU Fund]. The motion carried by the following vote: 5 - Commissioner Hetherington, Commissioner Smith, Vice Chairman Jenkins II, Commissioner Heard, and Chairman Ciampi Aye: Agenda Item: 22-1049 MOTION: A motion was made by Commissioner Jenkins II, seconded by Commissioner Hetherington, for approval of Item J [District Four MSTU Fund]. The motion carried by the following vote: 5 - Commissioner Hetherington, Commissioner Smith, Vice Chairman Jenkins II, Commissioner Heard, and Chairman Ciampi Aye: Agenda Item: 22-1049 MOTION: A motion was made by Commissioner Jenkins II, seconded by Commissioner Hetherington, for approval of Item K [District Five MSTU Fund]. The motion carried by the following vote: 5 - Commissioner Hetherington, Commissioner Smith, Vice Chairman Jenkins II, Commissioner Heard, and Chairman Ciampi Aye: Agenda Item: 22-1049 MOTION: A motion was made by Commissioner Jenkins II, seconded by Commissioner Hetherington, for approval of Item L [District Five MSTU Fund]. The motion carried by the following vote: 5 - Commissioner Hetherington, Commissioner Smith, Vice Chairman Jenkins II, Commissioner Heard, and Chairman Ciampi Aye: Agenda Item: 22-1049 MOTION: A motion was made by Commissioner Jenkins II, seconded by Commissioner Hetherington, for approval of Item M [Special District A-61 (Hutchinson Island) MSTU Fund]. The motion carried by the following vote: 5 - Commissioner Hetherington, Commissioner Smith, Vice Chairman Jenkins II, Commissioner Heard, and Chairman Ciampi Aye: Agenda Item: 22-1049 MOTION: A motion was made by Commissioner Jenkins II, seconded by Commissioner Hetherington, for approval of Item N [Special District A-61 (Hutchinson Island) MSTU Fund]. The motion carried by the following vote: 5 - Commissioner Hetherington, Commissioner Smith, Vice Chairman Jenkins II, Commissioner Heard, and Chairman Ciampi Aye: Agenda Item: 22-1049 Page 9 of 209/27/22 FINAL MINUTES

MOTION: A motion was made by Commissioner Jenkins II, seconded by Commissioner Hetherington, for approval of Item O [Fire Rescue MSTU Unincorporated Fund]. The motion carried by the following vote: 5 - Commissioner Hetherington, Commissioner Smith, Vice Chairman Jenkins II, Commissioner Heard, and Chairman Ciampi Aye: Agenda Item: 22-1049 MOTION: A motion was made by Commissioner Jenkins II, seconded by Commissioner Hetherington, for approval of Item P [Fire Rescue MSTU Unincorporated Fund]. The motion carried by the following vote: 5 - Commissioner Hetherington, Commissioner Smith, Vice Chairman Jenkins II, Commissioner Heard, and Chairman Ciampi Aye: Agenda Item: 22-1049 MOTION: A motion was made by Commissioner Jenkins II, seconded by Commissioner Hetherington, for approval of Item Q [Countywide MSTU Unicorporated (Stormwater & Road Maintenance) Fund]. The motion carried by the following vote: 5 - Commissioner Hetherington, Commissioner Smith, Vice Chairman Jenkins II, Commissioner Heard, and Chairman Ciampi Aye: Agenda Item: 22-1049 MOTION: A motion was made by Commissioner Jenkins II, seconded by Commissioner Hetherington, for approval of Item R [Countywide MSTU Unicorporated (Stormwater & Road Maintenance) Fund]. The motion carried by the following vote: 5 - Commissioner Hetherington, Commissioner Smith, Vice Chairman Jenkins II, Commissioner Heard, and Chairman Ciampi Aye: Agenda Item: 22-1049 MOTION: A motion was made by Commissioner Jenkins II, seconded by Commissioner Hetherington, for approval of Item S [MSTU Parks/Recreation Fund]. The motion carried by the following vote: 5 - Commissioner Hetherington, Commissioner Smith, Vice Chairman Jenkins II, Commissioner Heard, and Chairman Ciampi Aye: Agenda Item: 22-1049 MOTION: A motion was made by Commissioner Jenkins II, seconded by Commissioner Hetherington, for approval of Item T [MSTU Parks/Recreation Fund]. The motion carried by the following vote: 5 - Commissioner Hetherington, Commissioner Smith, Vice Chairman Jenkins II, Commissioner Heard, and Chairman Ciampi Aye: Page 10 of 209/27/22 FINAL MINUTES

Agenda Item: 22-1049 MOTION: A motion was made by Commissioner Jenkins II, seconded by Commissioner Hetherington, for approval of Item U [General Unicorporated Fund]. The motion carried by the following vote: 5 - Commissioner Hetherington, Commissioner Smith, Vice Chairman Jenkins II, Commissioner Heard, and Chairman Ciampi Aye: Agenda Item: 22-1049 MOTION: A motion was made by Commissioner Jenkins II, seconded by Commissioner Hetherington, for approval of Item V [Building and Permitting Fund]. The motion carried by the following vote: 5 - Commissioner Hetherington, Commissioner Smith, Vice Chairman Jenkins II, Commissioner Heard, and Chairman Ciampi Aye: Agenda Item: 22-1049 MOTION: A motion was made by Commissioner Jenkins II, seconded by Commissioner Hetherington, for approval of Item W [Impact Fee Fund]. The motion carried by the following vote: 5 - Commissioner Hetherington, Commissioner Smith, Vice Chairman Jenkins II, Commissioner Heard, and Chairman Ciampi Aye: Agenda Item: 22-1049 MOTION: A motion was made by Commissioner Jenkins II, seconded by Commissioner Hetherington, for approval of Item X [Special Revenue Fund]. The motion carried by the following vote: 5 - Commissioner Hetherington, Commissioner Smith, Vice Chairman Jenkins II, Commissioner Heard, and Chairman Ciampi Aye: Agenda Item: 22-1049 MOTION: A motion was made by Commissioner Jenkins II, seconded by Commissioner Hetherington, for approval of Item Y [Grant Fund]. The motion carried by the following vote: 5 - Commissioner Hetherington, Commissioner Smith, Vice Chairman Jenkins II, Commissioner Heard, and Chairman Ciampi Aye: Agenda Item: 22-1049 MOTION: A motion was made by Commissioner Jenkins II, seconded by Commissioner Hetherington, for approval of Item Z [Other Debt Service Fund]. The motion carried by the following vote: 5 - Commissioner Hetherington, Commissioner Smith, Vice Chairman Jenkins II, Commissioner Heard, and Chairman Ciampi Aye: Agenda Item: 22-1049 Page 11 of 209/27/22 FINAL MINUTES

MOTION: A motion was made by Commissioner Jenkins II, seconded by Commissioner Hetherington, for approval of Item AA [Other Capital Project Fund]. The motion carried by the following vote: 5 - Commissioner Hetherington, Commissioner Smith, Vice Chairman Jenkins II, Commissioner Heard, and Chairman Ciampi Aye: Agenda Item: 22-1049 MOTION: A motion was made by Commissioner Jenkins II, seconded by Commissioner Hetherington, for approval of Item BB [Utilities Enterprise Fund]. The motion carried by the following vote: 5 - Commissioner Hetherington, Commissioner Smith, Vice Chairman Jenkins II, Commissioner Heard, and Chairman Ciampi Aye: Agenda Item: 22-1049 MOTION: A motion was made by Commissioner Jenkins II, seconded by Commissioner Hetherington, for approval of Item CC [Solid Waste Enterprise Fund]. The motion carried by the following vote: 5 - Commissioner Hetherington, Commissioner Smith, Vice Chairman Jenkins II, Commissioner Heard, and Chairman Ciampi Aye: Agenda Item: 22-1049 MOTION: A motion was made by Commissioner Jenkins II, seconded by Commissioner Hetherington, for approval of Item DD [Airport Enterprise Fund]. The motion carried by the following vote: 5 - Commissioner Hetherington, Commissioner Smith, Vice Chairman Jenkins II, Commissioner Heard, and Chairman Ciampi Aye: Agenda Item: 22-1049 MOTION: A motion was made by Commissioner Jenkins II, seconded by Commissioner Hetherington, for approval of Item EE [Golf Course Enterprise Fund]. The motion carried by the following vote: 5 - Commissioner Hetherington, Commissioner Smith, Vice Chairman Jenkins II, Commissioner Heard, and Chairman Ciampi Aye: Agenda Item: 22-1049 MOTION: A motion was made by Commissioner Jenkins II, seconded by Commissioner Hetherington, for approval of Item FF [Internal Service Fund]. The motion carried by the following vote: 5 - Commissioner Hetherington, Commissioner Smith, Vice Chairman Jenkins II, Commissioner Heard, and Chairman Ciampi Aye: Agenda Item: 22-1049 Page 12 of 209/27/22 FINAL MINUTES

MOTION: A motion was made by Commissioner Jenkins II, seconded by Commissioner Hetherington, for approval of Item GG [Trust Fund]. The motion carried by the following vote: 5 - Commissioner Hetherington, Commissioner Smith, Vice Chairman Jenkins II, Commissioner Heard, and Chairman Ciampi Aye: Agenda Item: 22-1049 MOTION: A motion was made by Commissioner Jenkins II, seconded by Commissioner Hetherington, for approval of Item JJ [Community Redevelopment Area Trust Fund]. The motion carried by the following vote: 5 - Commissioner Hetherington, Commissioner Smith, Vice Chairman Jenkins II, Commissioner Heard, and Chairman Ciampi Aye: PUBLIC HEARINGS QUASI-JUDICIAL PHQJ-1 REQUEST FOR A PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT ZONING AGREEMENT INCLUDING A MASTER/FINAL SITE PLAN FOR THE PORT COVE PROJECT (B006-008) This is a request by Oskjn Jensen, LLC for a Planned Unit Development (PUD) Zoning Agreement including Master/Final Site Plan and Preserve Area Management Plan (PAMP) approval. The development includes 29 residential townhome units on an approximate 4.84 acre parcel resulting in a residential density of 5.99 units per acre. The site is located on the south side of NE Dixie Highway about 1.2 miles from NE Palmer Street in Rio. Included with this application is a request for a Certificate of Public Facilities Reservation. Agenda Item: 22-1057 RESOLUTION NO. 22-9.70 Ex parte communication disclosures were filed by all commissioners. There was one intervener, Michael Dermoney. The notices were filed at the LPA. The participants were sworn in by the deputy clerk. COUNTY: Growth Management Deputy Director Peter Walden provided staff's presentation to the Board. Senior Assistant County Attorney Elysse Elder assisted with Board questions. The following county exhibits were entered into the record: (1) agenda item/staff report, (2) Peter Walden's resume. APPLICANT: Gunster Law Firm Attorney Bob Raynes addressed the Board on behalf of the applicant in support of staff's recommendation; proof of notifications were submitted at the LPA. Insight Studio Landscape Architect Brian Terry provided the applicant's presentation. The following applicant's exhibits were entered into the record: (1) Brian Terry's resume, (2) Ryan Wheeler's resume, and (3) Juan Ortega's resume. Page 13 of 209/27/22 FINAL MINUTES

INTERVENER: Michael Dermoney addressed the Board on behalf of Beacon 21 Homeowners Association. Chairman Smith solicited public comment; none was heard. MOTION: A motion was made by Vice Chairman Ciampi, seconded by Commissioner Jenkins II, to approve staff's recommendation with changes made between staff and the intervener. The motion carried by the following vote: 5 - Commissioner Hetherington, Commissioner Smith, Vice Chairman Jenkins II, Commissioner Heard, and Chairman Ciampi Aye: PHQJ-2 REQUEST FOR A PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT ZONING AGREEMENT INCLUDING A MASTER/FINAL SITE PLAN FOR THE SEVEN J'S NORTH PERMIT READY INDUSTRIAL PARK (P102-065) This is a request by Palm City Holdings, LLC for a zoning district change from the current GI, General Industrial District to the Planned Unit Development District (PUD) with a Certificate of Public Facilities Exemption and a concurrent request for approval of the Seven J's North Permit Ready Planned Unit Development Agreement and Master/Final Site Plan with a request for a Certificate of Public Facilities Reservation. The Seven J's North development consists of 36 permit ready industrial lots on an approximate 167 acre undeveloped parcel. Agenda Item: 22-1174 RESOLUTION NO. 22-9.61 Ex parte communication disclosures were filed by all commissioners. There were no interveners. The participants were sworn in by the deputy clerk. COUNTY: Growth Management Deputy Director Peter Walden provided staff's presentation to the Board. Senior Assistant County Attorney Elysse Elder and County Administrator Don Donaldson assisted with Board questions. The following county exhibits were entered into the record: (1) agenda item/staff report, (2) Peter Walden's resume. APPLICANT: Gunster Law Firm Attorney Bob Raynes addressed the Board in support of staff's recommendation. Proof of notices were provided at the LPA. Gunster Law Firm Certified Land Planner Josh Long presented the applicant's presentation to the Board. The following applicant exhibits were entered into the record: (1) Josh Long's resume, (2) Steven Cooper's resume. Chairman Smith solicited public comment; none was heard. MOTION: A motion was made by Vice Chairman Ciampi, seconded by Commissioner Hetherington, to accept staff's recommendation and not Page 14 of 209/27/22 FINAL MINUTES

begin the clock until water and sewer is there; and the removal of Exhibit J. The motion carried by the following vote: 5 - Commissioner Hetherington, Commissioner Smith, Vice Chairman Jenkins II, Commissioner Heard, and Chairman Ciampi Aye: PHQJ-3 REQUEST FOR MAJOR FINAL SITE PLAN APPROVAL FOR THE THREE LAKES GOLF CLUB PROJECT (B115-005) Request by Three Lakes Golf Club, LLC for Major Final Site Plan approval to construct 2 golf courses with accessory uses and the associated infrastructure on an approximate 1,218-acre undeveloped parcel located on the west and eastside of SW Kanner Highway north of SW Bridge Road in Stuart. Included is a request for a Certificate of Public Facilities Reservation. Agenda Item: 22-1175 RESOLUTION NO. 22-9.59 Ex parte communication disclosures were filed by all commissioners. Return receipts were filed at the LPA. There were no interveners. The participants were sworn in by the deputy clerk. COUNTY: Growth Management Deputy Director Peter Walden presented staff's presentation to the Board. Growth Management Direct Paul Schilling, County Administrator Don Donaldson and Senior Assistant County Attorney Elysse Elder assisted with Board questions. The following exhibits were submitted for the record: (1) agenda item/staff report and (2) Peter Walden's resume. APPLICANT: Bob Raynes addressed the Board in support of staff's recommendation; return receipts were provided at the LPA. Lucido & Associates Senior Vice President Morris Crady provided the applicant's presentation to the Board. The following exhibits were submitted for the record: (1) Morris Crady's resume, (2) applicant's presentation/staff report, (3) Lisa Leonard 's resume, (4) Edward Weinerberg's resume. Chairman Smith solicited public comment; none was heard. MOTION: A motion was made by Vice Chairman Ciampi, seconded by Commissioner Jenkins II, to accept staff's recommendation. The motion carried by the following vote: 5 - Commissioner Hetherington, Commissioner Smith, Vice Chairman Jenkins II, Commissioner Heard, and Chairman Ciampi Aye: DEPARTMENTAL QUASI-JUDICIAL PUBLIC WORKS Page 15 of 209/27/22 FINAL MINUTES

DPQJ-1 REQUEST FOR A VARIANCE TO ALLOW THE ISSUANCE OF BUILDING PERMITS ON TWO LEGAL LOTS OF RECORD THAT DO NOT FRONT ON AN OPEN ROAD BUT HAVE ACCESS VIA AN EASEMENT Pursuant to Section 4.843.K.1.c, Land Development Regulations, this is a request from Donald J. Cuozzo on behalf of George C. Dempsey, Jr. for a variance to allow the issuance of building permits on two legal lots of record that do not front an open road but have access to an open road established by a recorded easement no more than ¼ mile (1,320 feet) long. Agenda Item: 22-1177 RESOLUTION NO. 22-9.62 Ex parte communication disclosures were filed by the commissioners. Return receipts were not required. There were no interveners. The participants were sworn in by the deputy clerk. COUNTY: County Surveyor Tom Walker presented staff's presentation to the Board. The following county exhibits were entered into the record: (1) agenda item/staff report, (2) Tom Walker's resume. APPLICANT: Don Cuozzo addressed the Board on behalf of the applicant. Chairman Smith solicited public comment; none was heard. MOTION: A motion was made by Vice Chairman Ciampi, seconded by Commissioner Hetherington, to approve this item. The motion carried by the following vote: 5 - Commissioner Hetherington, Commissioner Smith, Vice Chairman Jenkins II, Commissioner Heard, and Chairman Ciampi Aye: DEPARTMENTAL ADMINISTRATION DEPT-1 OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND BUDGET ITEMS WHICH REQUIRE BOARD APPROVAL This is a placeholder on all Board meeting agendas to streamline the process for grant applications, awards, budget resolutions, budget transfers from reserves, and CIP amendments. Specific items requiring approval, if any, will be provided by Supplemental Memorandum. Agenda Item: 22-0826 RESOLUTION NOs. 22-9.63 through 22-9.69 OMB Director Jennifer Manning presented the items to the Board. County Administrator Don Donaldson assisted with Board questions. The following items were approved: (1) FY 2022-2023 Protecting Florida Together Page 16 of 209/27/22 FINAL MINUTES

Wastewater Grant (Old Palm City Septic to Sewer project), (2) Clean Vessel Act Equipment Grant, (3) Resilience Infrastructure Grant (Backflow Preventer Installation Phase II), (4) Resilience Infrastructure Grant (Cypress Creek restoration), (5) Resilience Infrastructure Grant (MacArthur Blvd Resilience project), (6) Resilience Infrastructure Grant (Mockingbird Lane Flood Mitigation project), (7) Resilience Infrastructure Grant (Old Palm City North Neighborhood improvements projects), (8) Resilience Planning Grant (Martin County Vulnerability Assessment Update Phase II), (9) Resilience Planning Grant (Martin County Stormwater Master Plan), (10) Permission to accept $1.6 million Residuary Device from the Estate of Hedwig R. Varall for the Hobe Sound Library, (11) Emergency Management Performance Grant, (12) Resilient Florida Program Planning Grant, (13) Senior Resource Association Innovative Service Development Grant, (14) Community Services Block Grant for FY22, (15) FY22-23 Children Services Council Grant Program (After School/Out of School Program Grant), (16) CDC Drug Free Communities Grant, (17) Community Broadband Reserves, (18) Martin County Sheriff's Office request for Federal Equitable Sharing Funds, and (19) Budget Resolution for Traffic Safety Improvements. Chairman Smith solicited public comment; none was heard. MOTION: A motion was made by Commissioner Hetherington, seconded by Commissioner Jenkins II, to approve all items. The motion carried by the following vote: 5 - Commissioner Hetherington, Commissioner Smith, Vice Chairman Jenkins II, Commissioner Heard, and Chairman Ciampi Aye: DEPT-2 CONTRACTS THAT MEET THE THRESHOLD FOR BOARD APPROVAL $1 MILLION OR GREATER This item is a placeholder on all Board meeting agendas to streamline the process for items that meet the Board approval threshold. Specific items requiring approval, if any, will be provided by Supplemental Memorandum. If there are no items, a Supplemental Memorandum will not be attached. Agenda Item: 22-0830 Commissioner Hetherington announced that she will abstain from voting on Item A2; she filed Form 8B Memorandum of Voting Conflict for the record. Chief Procurement Officer Krysti Brotherton presented the items to the Board. The following items were approved: (1) Taxiway Alpha Rehabilitation (Martin County Airport at Witham Field) and (2) Manatee Pocket Mooring Field Courtesy Dinghy Dock. Chairman Smith solicited public comment; none was heard. MOTION. A motion was made by Commissioner Jenkins II, seconded by Commissioner Hetherington, to approve Item A1. The motion carried by the following vote: 5 - Commissioner Hetherington, Commissioner Smith, Vice Chairman Jenkins II, Commissioner Heard, and Chairman Ciampi Aye: Page 17 of 209/27/22 FINAL MINUTES

Agenda Item: 22-0830 MOTION: A motion was made by Commissioner Heard, seconded by Vice Chairman Ciampi, to approve Item A2. The motion carried by the following vote: 4 - Commissioner Smith, Vice Chairman Jenkins II, Commissioner Heard, and Chairman Ciampi Aye: 1 - Commissioner HetheringtonAbstain: DEPT-3 SANDSPRIT PARK BOAT RAMP RENOVATION PROJECT UPDATE AND BID AWARD County Administration, the Parks and Recreation Department, and the Purchasing Division will provide an update on the Sandsprit Park Boat Ramp Renovation Project and award the bid to the apparent low bidder. Agenda Item: 23-0059 Commissioner Hetherington announced that she will abstain from voting on this item; she filed Form 8B Memorandum of Voting Conflict for the record. Parks and Recreation Director Kevin Abbate, Deputy Public Works Director George Dzama and Chief Procurement Officer Krysti Brotherton presented the item to the Board. Chairman Smith solicited public comment; none was heard. MOTION: A motion was made by Commissioner Heard, seconded by Vice Chairman Ciampi, to approve staff's reccommendation. The motion carried by the following vote: 4 - Commissioner Smith, Vice Chairman Jenkins II, Commissioner Heard, and Chairman Ciampi Aye: 1 - Commissioner HetheringtonAbstain: PUBLIC WORKS DEPT-4 GOPHER TORTOISE RECIPIENT SITE UPDATE Ecosystem Restoration & Management Division staff will address gopher tortoise matters within Martin County including available options for displaced tortoises, criteria for permitting a short-term or long-term recipient site, and current efforts by staff to create a recipient site within the County. Agenda Item: 23-0036 Ecosystems Restoration and Management ManagerJohn Maehl and Project Manager Scott Tedford presented the item to the Board. County Administrator Don Donaldson assisted with Board questions. The following member of the public addressed the Board regarding this item: Dottie Lanci. Page 18 of 209/27/22 FINAL MINUTES

DEPT-5 REQUEST APPROVAL OF THE THIRD AMENDMENT TO OPTION TO LEASE BETWEEN MARTIN COUNTY FAIR ASSOCIATION, INC. AND MARTIN COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS The Martin County Fair Association, Inc. (Fair) requests that the Martin County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) approve a Third Amendment to Option to Lease, granting an additional two-year extension of (i) the date by which the Fair must submit its financial certification and (ii) the date by which the Fair must exercise its option to enter into a lease agreement for the subject property. Agenda Item: 23-0076 Real Property Manager Carla Segura presented the item to the Board. Martin County Fair Association Jay Spicer addressed the Board with a brief update. County Administrator Don Donaldson and County Attorney Sarah Woods assisted with Board questions. Chairman Smith solicited public comment; none was heard. MOTION: A motion was made by Vice Chairman Ciampi, seconded by Commissioner Hetherington, to approve the Third Amendment to Option to Lease, extending the dates for submission of the financial certification and termination date of the option to lease. The motion carried by the following vote: 5 - Commissioner Hetherington, Commissioner Smith, Vice Chairman Jenkins II, Commissioner Heard, and Chairman Ciampi Aye: ADMINISTRATION DEPT-6 DISCUSSION REGARDING CHAPTER 9 OF THE MARTIN COUNTY ORDINANCE PROHIBITING THE SALE OF RABBITS, DOGS, AND CATS AT PET STORES On September 13, 2022, the Commission requested that an item be brought before them to discuss the issues pertaining to the adoption of the Martin County Ordinance that prohibits the retail sale of rabbits, dogs, and cats at pet stores in Martin County. Agenda Item: 23-0095 County Attorney Sarah Woods provided an overview of the item to Board. Assistant County Administrator George Stokus presented the item to the Board. Commissioner Smith stated the Attorney for the pet store requested the item to be tabled to allow for him to be present during the discussion. The Board suggested that all interested parties attend the ACCOB meeting and bring recommendations back to the Board. The following members of the public addressed the Board regarding this item: Jill Scott, Carol Wilichinsky, Rachel Scott, Frank Valente, and KC Ingram. MOTION: A motion was made by Commissioner Hetherington, seconded by Commissioner Jenkins II, to take comments from today and send this item Page 19 of 209/27/22 FINAL MINUTES

back to the ACCOB for discussion; and involve all Martin County pet store owners, Humane Society, and anyone interested and return with recommendations on how to proceed before the end of the year. The motion carried by the following vote: 5 - Commissioner Hetherington, Commissioner Smith, Vice Chairman Jenkins II, Commissioner Heard, and Chairman Ciampi Aye: PUBLIC - PLEASE LIMIT COMMENTS TO THREE MINUTES. None at this time. ADJOURN The Board of County Commissioners September 27, 2022 meeting adjourned at 5:35 p.m. _________________________ _________________________ Carolyn Timmann, Clerk of the Doug Smith, Chair Circuit Court and Comptroller Board of County Commissioners /lp Minutes approved: _________________________ This document may be reproduced upon request in an alternative format by contacting the County ADA Coordinator (772) 320-3131, the County Administration Office (772) 288-5400, Florida Relay 711, or by completing our accessibility feedback form at www.martin.fl.us/accessibility-feedback. Page 20 of 209/27/22 FINAL MINUTES

hurricane SEPTEMBER 27th, 2022 meeting of the wish bish -- board of county commissioners. >> I say that lightly for the friends on the west coast. I hope they are well prepared and dealing with what we are all dealing with in the next couple of days. I would like to call the meeting to order. This morning we will have public comment at 9:05. Also public hearing for the budget hearing. We will have 5:05 or whatever comes first for public this afternoon. This morning we will have thing s out of greek because we have special guests in the audience today and it is great to see them out there. We will do our invocation which is a moment of silence and we will also ask the 4 h club to lead us in the pledge of allegiance and their pledge. >> we will do a moment of silence and if the folks for the four house h can come up afterwards, that would be great >> thank you all, very much. >> good morning. >> actually, before we do that. Can they introduce themselves. Good morning. Say your names. >> bend that down for us. I am leo. >> good morning. >> I am sam. >> good morning. >> I am jeany. >> good morning. >> I am sawyer. >> good morning. >> I am leighton. >> all right. >> aisa. >> I am tucker. >> fantastic. >> you all look great this morning. >> say the pledge for us. Ready. I pledge allegiance to the flag of the united states of america. And to the republic for which it stands, one nation under GOD, indivisible with liberty and justice for all. >> nice job. >> if you can all remain standing up. We will do the four h pledge, right. >> I pledge my hand to clear thinking. My heart, my hands to service and my health for better living my community, my country and my work. >> all right. [Applause]. Plan then we have proclamations and we will do that now. >> the board is produced to recognize OCTOBER 2 through eighth, 2022 as 4 h week in martin county. It showcases the incredible experiences that 4 h offers young people and they work each day to make a positive impact on those around them. It is a network of six hub volunteers and 3500 professionals provides caring and support of mentoring to all 4 hers. And here to accept, we have a whole crew of four h-ers and here she is. >> the four h development is learn by doing approach to help youth gain knowledg and life skills they need to be productive and responsible heards in the community. 4 h has a positive change in the youth in martin county. We have over 400 youth involved in 4 h >> they are involved through traditional community clubs. After school programs at our parks and recreation facilities and in schools. >> and we think about 4 h and we think about raising animals and it goes way beyond raising animals and agriculture. It is still a prominent activity. It involves other activities like archry, robotics. Gardening. Art and photography. >> rockettry. >> public speaking. Wide variety of activities in 4 h for everyone. All the activities we do at 4 h teach the youth citizenship, leadership and respect for the community and others. I want to thank you for your support for martin county 4 h and through martin county and the university of florida. Thank you so much. >> thank you. >> that was great. >> I will take things out of greek. >> angela hoffman. Are you here somewhere. >> can you bring your folks up. >> good morning, commissioners. Angela love mafn with the stuart chamber and clear connect program which is your workforce development program that you funded this year and we are really excited to honor so many of the program complete ers. And real quick. we have 33 employers that are participating martin county businesses. That are participating as child employment sites. They are doing on the job train ing. We have 36 participants enroll ed in the program and 12 have completed and we have several working right now in child employment positions. We have a few that were able to join us here today. Others are working or preparing for the storm. >> they were really excited to share some of the program completeers and the businesses that had signed on as child employment seats. I want to thank chair doug smith for signing the certificate and taking a photo with them today. With that, I will turn it over to gina who will call up their names. First we have our first participant that we call up this morning is casey huggins and casey is currently employed and completed successfully completed her child employment with land design as administrative assistant. >> casey. [Applause]. >> we also have megan again ton here. And she represents land sign as an employer. We appreciate you. Thank you. >> next, we have contura harris and she completed her child employment with ship repeat at the U.P.S. Store at the hobe sound store and she is current ly working there as well [Applause]. >> we have a few others who couldn't make it. One is antoinette romano. She was an administrative assistant with the children services council. And with that, I have a certificate for christine george and she is a representative from the children's services council of martin county. >> [Applause]. I think that is all of the successs for today. We just want everyone to know. We really appreciate all of your input and time and especially the employers who take the time to train with the trial employees. And get all the folks working again. So, thank you. Thank you for your time today. >> next, we have a proclamation declaring fire prevention week in martin county. Martin county fire rescue is joining the national fire protection association or nfpa for life saving messages during fire prevention week. This year's national fire prevention week theme. Fire won't wait. Plan your escape. Serves to remind us. We need personal steps to increase safety from fire. Here to activity very much we have josh jenkins. >> he is our fire specialist. >> no relation. >> and the whole crew. >> want to do the photo first. Doesn't matter. We can do it. >> josh jenkins is our community risk reduction specialist and christina eberha rt is the fire prevention coordinator support. The one who tries to keep me out of my trouble. I will defer my time to josh and he would like to give you insight on the proclamation. >> good morning, commissioners. >> good morning, martin county. >> thank you, chief. And our consince whence si and the as fire prevention, we are agents of the florida state fire marshal's office. Florida fire prevention code as per nfpa, national fire protection association as laura just mentioned. This is 100th anniversary of national fire prevention week as per the nfpa ant theme this year, which is different every year for educational purposes is fire won't wait. Plan your escape. >> to that effect. >> nfpa publishs educational materials and to share with all the school district and private intenttys that want what we want a public education visit. >> make sure you are aware that the fire rescue department of martin county is available for you for fire safety education for kids. For seniors. For all ages. This year the theme of the editional materials tore fire prevention week and the year there after is fire won't wait. Plan your escape. >> I want to plug two materials that we brought and laura has those in the back of the house and the table in the back. >> if you are interested in these materials. You are welcome to have them on the way out. >> first, in keeping with the plan of fire won't wait. Plan your escape. Nfpa has offered a template for how to create a fire escape plan fort home. >> if a smoke alarm goes off in your home. You have no longer than two minutes to evacuate the home before the danger of smoke inhalation become as major life hazard. During the two minutes, what are you going to grab. >> family documents. Hetherington eirlooms. This is what your kids need to be familiar with. >> heirlooms. >> nfpa.Org has dones of editional materials. >> this year it is about home planning fire safety. >> the second item I would like to promote is a tool that fire rescue purchased this year called community connect. Fire rescue made a large invest ment to bring this tool to martin county residents. What community connect is for. It allows you to register your home or your business so residential or commercial property with a database that fire rescue uses as a first response agency. >> while they are enroute to fire or medical call at a given address, they get a head's up display on the captain's laptop that tells them everything you need to know. You registered your home. >> it is this kind of construction. >> the children's bedrooms are on this side the house. We have fuel stored here. >> we have my grandmother lives with us and has dumb men shah. For example, what I want first shoped ders to know in a medical emergency. I MAY have a child with special needs and we have somebody on oxygen and big dogs. >> everything you want the fire department to know before they come banging on your door. That is what this is for. >> community connect and there is an little qr code to make navigating to the website easier. >> for any questions on any of these things, we are here for you at martin county fire prevention office at 288-5633. Thank you very much for having us. Hope everyone has a safe rest of your week. >> [Applause]. >> one final item today, commissioners understand this section. We adopted or we are going to present proclamation for hung erp action month and there was a little bit of a missed connection. >> what are you looking at me for. >> that is right. You took us out. >> you took us out of greek. You are messing -- owl of greek . >> financial institutions. >> schools. Government agencies and the home user and anyone who connects to the internet. Maintaining the security of cyberspace is a responsibility which each of us has a critical role to play and exceptions will improve the security of martin county's information and infrastructure and economy. >> to that end, we recognize 2022 has security awareness month. We have mike, the chief information officer with it services. >> good morning, commissioners. >> sarah, done don. >> you think by now people would be tired of being remind ed of cyber security and yet, here we are. Here we are. And why? Because incidents are still happening. >> with greater frequency, and at greater cost. >> and the number 1 cause. >> number 1 cause is people. >> people being fooled by fake e-mails. >> e-mails with links in them and attachments you are not supposed to open. >> but, there are other things fooling us as well. >> you are now getting text messages with links in them that take you to websites, website tries to get you your personal information. >> I found out it has a name now. Iss called shmissing. >> everything has a name. We have been getting phone call s now. Phone calls trying to get personal alley identifiable information from us and many attack that is take advantage of our innate human desire to trust each other. >> so, nationally this year, the theme for cyber security awareness month is see yourself in cyber. >> with that message. >> while that message is a recruiting message to get young people to take on a career in cyber security, it is also a message to everybody, it is a call. >> for everyone to recognize that cyber security is important nextnology and it is one part that of that solution. >> people have to be vigilant and protect themselves. Their businesses and and the organizations they belong to. >> so, thank you for designate ing cyber security awareness month in martin county. To raise awareness this problem isn't going a way and we need to remain on guard. Thanks. [Applause]. >> now, we do have one more item. We have the treasure coast food bank here and we declared hung er action month and ruby, do you want to come up and say a faux words and then we will take a picture. >> let us know what it is about . >> I am with the treasure coast foot back and here with lauren peerson. We did have a speech. I don't have it with me. I do know on behalf of your sigh yo and the board, we want to thank you for declareing SEPTEMBER hunger action month. We have been doing quite a few things for that. Bless visit stop hunger to learn a little bit more. >> thank you. >> we are done. >> we need to approve the agenda. And we have no consent pulls at this time. We have two additional items. Consent number 14. Adopt a proclamation declaring veteran's day in martin county, florida. And department six, discussion regarding chapter nine of the martin county ordinance prohibiting sale of rabbits. Dogs, cats at pet supply stores >> we need a motion. >> I will move approval of the agenda with additional items consent 14 and departmental number 6. >> second. >> all in favor of the motion. Opposed? >> motion carries unanimously. >> okay. >> we have our public this morning. First is ryan gossell. And following MR. Gos ell. Is kiah >> MR. Chair, before you speak, I know that we are going to take up the agenda item in the conversation based on the pet stores and I had someone asked me, two people, one this morning and one earlier in the week. That I believe if we are going to have our staff make a plengs on behalf of what we believe should be happening with the pet stores. I think it would only be fair. One representative of each of the two stores that are affect ed have more than three minutes to have a truant to present their case to us so we have a more well rounded understanding of what both sides of the information is. I believe you own wags about you, sir. >> that's correct. >> I think that he and the representative of the other store have an opportunity and more than three minutes since they are part of the agenda item item. That is my opinion. >> I agreed. >> when the agenda item comes, we will deal with that at that time. >> would he be limited if he spoke now versus >> no, sir. >> I understand. >> we are not allowed to speak to each other before the meet ing. I think this particular case before before he does three minutes now. Should wait for the agenda item >> everyone that is speaking for or against should speak for public comment. But a representative of the two businesses in this particular case that are affected. >> how long would you like them to have. >> we could discuss that. >> what is fair. >> we will have at the conversation at the agenda item >> he is going to speak now. >> I wanted you to be aware. I did retain an attorney. >> rick gossellaen he would like to present his position to you. He could not be here today. Like you to afford us the time to speak to you so we can present our position. >> that is great. >> I didn't know he was going to say that. >> let the process flow and we will work it out. >> in two months you will be in charge. >> okay. >> guyia. >> kia. >> good morning. >> my name is kayla and I am the office manager over at boulevard animal hospital in stuart on east ocean. I think that people are very passionate about their animals as they should be. However, this passion shouldn't override another's ability to provide a service to the community. I think wags about you does provide a service to the community. Many people choose to adopt. Others choose to purchase a design breed and it shouldn't be the duty of the commission to decide what each individual 's needs and desires should be. >> wags about you does not purchase puppy from puppy mills home style breerds not like MAY be pet earns do themselves. >> they run a clean establish ment and receive supervision from a local veterinarian and all advice is follow. They care about their animals. >> to disapprove a small business owner who follows the rules and regulations set forth by the county to obtain a business license because some individuals do not agreed with their business model is unfair and discriminateing. >> all businesses should be inspected regularly. Whether it is humane society or pet store. >> if rules and regulations are not followed, the organization and/or business should be fine ed and required to fix the problem. Thank you. >> thank you, ma'am. >> next up. Amy pritchard, please. >> followed by amy, robert goss ell. >> good morning. >> I am in a unique position. I volunteer at the humane society and it is my passion. As I said to you before, my e nail address is adopt don't shop. Personally. I believe that people should adopt their pets. But I don't have the right to tell people what they should or shouldn't do. And I feel very strongly, I prayed about it this morning and each of you for business dom, courage and discernment to get everybody to come to the table and work this out. So that these small businesses can continue and that the humane society can feel confident that what these pet owners are doing is legal. And compassionate and fair. Thank you. >> robert gossell. >> susan bat. >> bat. >> good morning. >> good morning. >> wim robert gossell. I am ryan's father. >> ryan entered this business a long time ago in palm beach county and he saw how it was. And he wanted to make a change. And and I believe in his store, he is making that change. >> he is basically, what adopt don't shop is. They want to cut off the puppy mills. We agreed with that. We don't like puppy mills and I can assure you these are not puppy mill puppies. >> these are backyard breeders. >> individuals that can say where the puppies come from. Numerous times where people wanted to know the size of the parents. And pictures of the parents and ryan makes a phone call and they have all that information. >> another thing is. The health of the puppies. When ryan started this store, he didn't know DR. Diamond. He went out and found him on his own. >> has no affiliation with him. >> DR. Diamond is in the area for over 40 years, I believe and if he didn't believe it was a healthy puppy. He wouldn't allow it to be sold you know. And there is a lot of accusations going on and where the puppies come from. >> I ask the commission request proof of where the puppies come from. That they are not puppy mill puppies. >> thank you. >> thank you, sir. >> susan batty. >> and joan good rich. >> good morning, commissioners. i am susan baty. >> I did not necessarily want to speak before the people from the humane society did but, since I am given the opportunity, I wasn't sure how I was going to present this but I will say that understanding that these pet stores are say ing these are not puppy mill puppies and come from breeders. I want you to be aware that breed ders are not regulated. Backyard breed ders can be good or not good with the way they handle their animals. We recently. We go to example. We had a german shepherd. >> a lot of publicity. >> that was from a breeder in the area. Lexi was at the humane society for 285 days because lexi has a very severe congenital problem. >> you can't tell they have congenital problems by examining heart, lungs, belly, etcetera. It came as she went on later in life. We were told she had bred two litters. So she passed this on to others I would say to you. Just because someone goes out and sees a backyard and that these people are seemingly responsible, doesn't necessarily guarantee that these dogs are, in fact, healthy and these pet stores coming up here are competing with the humane society who take in hundreds of thousands of animals each year. We are there for disaster relief and county relief animal s. There shouldn't be a competition because one animal. I think people have the right as was stated to have what they want. But there are breed rescue groups all over and there are individual rescue groups all over. And until the shelters are clear and rescues are no longer needed, I do not see the common sense of people breeding for profit to have more animals brought into the community. Thank you. >> ma'am, >> joan goodrich. >> following MISS Good rich, dotty lancey. >> good morning. >> good morning. >> good morning, MR. Chair. >> commissioners. Administrators, members of the public. I am joan goodrich. Executive director of the martin county. For the private development. I am here to request your support of item number public hearing quasi-judicial number 2 >> relateing to the pud agreement and master final site plan for 7 j's north permit for industrial park. By approving this item, these 167 acres will have the opportunity to become the future home of our job creators and including the local job creators as they seek to grow and new companies who are looking at martin county to make this investment another wonderful place for us to provide them an opportunity to look at. >> 7 Js industrial park is one of nine strategic areas for economic development. >> currently, the bdb is work ing with more than 50 businesses that is are seeking ing to stay, grow and come to martin county. With some of them looking at permit ready lands like 7 Js to build the new manufacturing fast facilities and other operational facilities and out of the 50, a fifth of those are martin county companies that is are looking to continue to grow so, this provides us a great opportunity to bring better job s and help diversify the economic and tax base and improve quality of life and again, I thank you all for what you do to provide that support for economic development. Thank you. >> thank you very much. Dotty lancey. >> following MISS Lancey, tom pipe. Tom pine. >> good morning. >> I am dotty lancey from hutchinson island. I want to hear the presentation on gopher tortoises and prepared by MR. Ted from the martin county department of public work. I want to congratulate MR. Ted for being helpful in answering all my questions when I brought this issue to him. Very carefully to what he is saying this morning. And he was helpful in answering my questions about getting a sight for the tortoises when they have to be moved here. >> their burrows are being describeed by development. And that has to be certified by the fish and florida fish and wildlife. And it is not really easy but we have the resources here to accept these tortoises that have to be moved and MR. Ted ford has all the information and he has been diligent in following that. >> so, I hope you will listen carefully to what he has to say and come up with specific recommendation so that you can all agreed that qualifying site here. And preferably on county land can be found and this can happen very soon before the next development comes up and these tortoises have to be going somewhere. I think I told you before. If we are certified here. We actually get money and other tortoises from around the state can be located here and we actually get money. Last time we had to move the tortoises. It cost martin county taxpayers , $100,000 I think to move six tortoises. >> so, any way. >> I hope I have a little bit more time. Second item I would like to address is the idea that was presented at the last meeting to have a reassessment we want to take the county on the comprehensive plan. I don't believe we need to hire another high priceed consultnt to tell us what to do. We have an excellent staff rate here and employed by the growth management department. We have many interested in residents here in martin county who are excited about contributing ideas. we are not reinventing the wheel. We have a wonderful comp plan and served us well throughout the years. Maybe it needs updating or tweaking. But I don't know anyone who wants to get rid of it. Save the taxpayer money and use our own local resources. If updates to the coach plan need to be made. Thank you. >> MR. Pine. >> following MR. Pine. Michael circus. >> good morning, I been a resident. >> once again hiten in the consent agenda. 10 million. Spent between SEPTEMBER 11 without the purpose of the payment. Which one of the friend is get being a free ride on the taxpayer's back this month. Maybe more free rent. >> I would like to say congratulations to the two county commissioners for their re-election bids. Commissioner heard for standing f