Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting (2025-04-08)

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS ST. LUCIE COUNTY, FLORIDA Regular Meeting April 8, 2025 Convened: 6:00 PM Adjourned: 7:30 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 6:00 PM 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 Excused Commissioner Cathy Townsend, District 5 Also Present Dan McIntyre, County Attorney George Landry, County Administrator Mayte Santamaria, Deputy County Administrator Jason Davis, Deputy County Administrator Caroline Valentin, Assistant County Attorney III Thomas Reetz, Planning & Development Services Planner II Charlotte Bireley, Tourism & Marketing Director Thad Crowe, Planning & Development Services Senior Planner Benjamin Balcer, AICP, Planning and Development Services Director Rangel Guerrero, Public Safety Director Sonji Hawkins, Public Safety Assistant Director Katie Hissong, Public Safety 911 Communications Manager Misti Glisson, Public Safety 911 Communications Manager Sydney Halleran, Agenda Coordinator Vera Smith, Deputy Clerk Recording Secretary 2. INVOCATION The County Administrator led the invocation. 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA - ADDITIONS, DELETIONS, REVISIONS A motion was made to approve all minute sets, and it passed unanimously.

BOCC Regular Meeting Tuesday, April 8, 2025 6:00 PM 2 | P a g e RESULT: APPROVE MOVER: Commissioner District 3 Erin Lowry SECONDER: Commissioner District 2 Larry Leet AYES: Jamie Fowler, Larry Leet, James Clasby, Erin Lowry NAYS: None EXCUSED: Cathy Townsend 5. PRESENTATIONS A. St. Lucie County Tourism Activity Update Charlotte Bireley, Tourism & Marketing Director, addressed the Board and provided an updated overview of the St. Lucie County Tourism Performance and Activity. The Tourism Division's mission is to market the County as a tourist destination and promote local activities and assets that will generate repeated visitors, creating a positive impact. The division is 100% funded by tourist tax and not local property taxes. A 2023 study showed that tourism had an economic impact of over $1 billion, with visitors spending $703 million and attracting over 1 million visitors, with the support of over 8,500 jobs. With visitor spending, it creates a net tax benefit for residents, saving each household over $400 per year in taxes. Tourist tax collections increased by 22.2% in the fiscal year 2025 compared to 2024, with a 16% rise in February alone. Key hotel performance indicators Occupancy, Average Daily Rate (ADR), and Revenue per available room (RevPAR) have shown increases from October through January, with a slight dip in average daily rates in January. Visitor insights data show that most tourists come from within Florida, with some from northern markets during certain times of the year. In the first quarter, from October through December, most visitors visited downtown Fort Pierce. In the second quarter, January through March, there is a switch between the most visited point of interest at the John B. Park Sports Complex and Lawnwood Baseball Fields with hundreds of baseball teams from other states. Also, Clover Park came in second, mostly due to its spring training. Most of the advertising is digital, with the website being the main tool to attract visitors. Since October, the website has had over 187,000 users, 3.5 million events, and 1.1 key events. Ongoing email marketing has seen over 528,000 emails sent since October 1 st, with 380,000 delivered, a 27% open rate, and a 1% click-through rate. Ms. Birley advised that the Digital Marketing ad efforts, such as the "Treasures Campaign", highlight unique activities within the County, with a new video promoting the County as the "Jewel of the Treasure Coast." Another marketing tool is the annual Visit St. Lucie Travel Guide, which is mailed out to requestors, with over 1,600 guides mailed out to date and distributed at various locations such as Visit Florida Welcome Centers throughout the state of Florida, as well as the turnpike rest areas throughout Florida. Some of the tourist activities to date include the 2025 New York Mets Spring Training, which set an attendance record of over 106,000 fans. They also set two all-time game-day attendance records, including over 8,000 fans on March 22 nd . Also, Vinny Ball at the Lawnwood Baseball complex this year had over 133 teams, over 5,100 participants, and was projected to generate 9,000 room nights and a $12.6 million economic impact. The Tourism Division attends travel shows, trade shows, and consumer shows in

BOCC Regular Meeting Tuesday, April 8, 2025 6:00 PM 3 | P a g e partnership with Indian River and Martin County to promote the Treasure Coast. This is to leverage the budgets for the show cost and the travel costs. Local activations include engaging with visitors at spring training games, Friday Fest, and other community events. The division also conducts local education efforts, speaking to neighborhood and civic groups about tourism and its benefits. In closing, she advised that in the upcoming events, the Sandpiper Bay Resort is undergoing renovations and is expected to reopen by the end of the year. The division is monitoring the development of Commercial Airline service at the Treasure Coast International Airport (TCIA). Commissioner Fowler commended the division for their hard work and commented on the increase in tourist tax revenue following COVID-19, as well as the technology implemented to track visitor data. She also mentioned that tourism is funded by tourists, not residents. 6. PUBLIC COMMENT (excluding Public Hearing Items) Chair Fowler opened the meeting for public comment at this time. The following people addressed the Board: • Joe Edge addressed the Board regarding the 2024 commissioner election. With no one else wishing to address the Board, Chair Fowler closed the public comment. 7. PROCLAMATIONS APPROVAL A. Resolution No. 25-069 - Proclaiming the Week of April 13 through April 19, 2025, as "National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week" 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 Public Safety Director Rangel Guerrero and staff, who thanked the Board and accepted the proclamation. RESULT: APPROVE MOVER: Commissioner District 1 James Clasby SECONDER: Commissioner District 2 Larry Leet AYES: Jamie Fowler, Larry Leet, James Clasby, Erin Lowry NAYS: None EXCUSED: Cathy Townsend 8. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A motion was made to approve all minute sets, 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

BOCC Regular Meeting Tuesday, April 8, 2025 6:00 PM 4 | P a g e NAYS: None EXCUSED: Cathy Townsend A. Board of County Commissioners minutes for the BOCC Informal Meeting of March 11, 2025. B. Board of County Commissioners minutes for the BOCC Regular Meeting of March 18, 2025. 9. CONSENT AGENDA A motion was made to adopt the consent agenda, 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 NAYS: None EXCUSED: Cathy Townsend A. WARRANTS 1. Warrant Lists 24 - 26 Adopted by Consent Vote B. ADMINISTRATION 1. Inmate Medical Consulting Contract with Dr. Roger Nicosia, Jr., DO. Staff recommended that the Board approve the consulting agreement and authorize the Chair to sign documents as approved by the County Attorney in accordance with Strategic Plan focus area FCT1.3.2. Adopted by Consent Vote C. COUNTY ATTORNEY 1. Resolution No. 25-074 - Proclaiming May 4-10, 2025, as St. Lucie County Correction Officers Week in St. Lucie County, Florida Adopted by Consent Vote Chair Fowler acknowledged this item. 2. Resolution No. 25-075 - Proclaiming May 11-17, 2025, as Law Enforcement Week and Further Designating May 15, 2025, as Peace Officers Memorial Day in St. Lucie County, Florida Adopted by Consent Vote Chair Fowler acknowledged this item. 3. Resolution No. 25-076 - Proclaiming April 6, 2025, through April 12, 2025, as "Crime Victims'

BOCC Regular Meeting Tuesday, April 8, 2025 6:00 PM 5 | P a g e Rights Week" in St. Lucie County, Florida Adopted by Consent Vote Chair Fowler acknowledged this item. 4. Resolution No. 2025-59 - Declaring County Owned Property Adjacent to Peacock Road in Sections 12 and 13, Township 36 South, Range 38 East as Right-of-Way - Parcel IDs 3212-431- 0001-000-1 and 3213-111-0002-000-8 Staff recommended that the Board approve the resolution, authorize the Chair to sign the resolution, and record the resolution in the public records of St. Lucie County, Florida. Adopted by Consent Vote 5. Resolution No. 2025-080 - Right-of-Way Donation - 10' of Right-of-Way along Peters Road from FL St Lucie 95, LLC - Parcel ID 2324-132-0001-000-4 Staff recommended that the Board accept the warranty deed from FL St Lucie 95, LLC, authorize the Chair to sign the resolution, and direct staff to proceed with the closing and record the documents in the public records of St. Lucie County, Florida. Adopted by Consent Vote 6. Authorization to Accept the FY 2023 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) - Countywide Grant Program Staff recommended that the Board approve and authorize the acceptance of the 2023 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) - Countywide Grant in the amount of $34,041.66 and allow the Chair to sign any and all documents related to the Grant. Adopted by Consent Vote 7. Contract for Sale and Purchase - Friends I, LLC - Parcel IDs 1406-131-0006-000-4 and 1406-131- 0005-000-7 Staff recommended that the Board approve the contract for sale and purchase from Friends I, 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 8. M. T. Land Corp., Inc. - Parcel ID 2325-411-0002-000-0 +/- 29.23 Acres and 2325-413-0001-000-9 +/- 10.06 Acres - Contract for Sale and Purchase Staff recommended that the Board approve the Contract for Sale and Purchase with M. T. Land subject to final review and approval by the County Attorney, authorize the Chair to sign the Contract, direct staff to proceed with the due diligence as stated in the Contract and record the

BOCC Regular Meeting Tuesday, April 8, 2025 6:00 PM 6 | P a g e Warranty Deed in the public records of St. Lucie County, Florida. Adopted by Consent Vote 9. Revocable License Agreement - 102 NW Airoso Blvd - River Park - Unit 8 - Nelly Patricia Rebellon - Parcel ID 3419-555-0001-000-7 Ms. Rebellon is requested a Revocable License Agreement to install a 6’ chain link fence with a double gate along the North side of the property, within the County’s 20’ Drainage/Utility Easement and the County’s 6’ Drainage/Utility Easement per the Plat recorded in Plat Book 14, Page 37. She understands if the County Engineer determines the fence and gate are causing flooding, drainage problems, or for other needs in the area, the fence and gate will need to be removed or relocated at her 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 that the Board approve the Revocable License Agreement, authorize the Chair to sign the agreement, and direct Ms. Rebellon pay to record the agreement in the public records of St. Lucie County, Florida. Adopted by Consent Vote 10. Revocable License Agreement - 8103 Fort Walton Ave - Lakewood Park - Unit No. 6 - Peter Barski - Parcel ID 1301-606-0018-000-6 Mr. Barski has requested a Revocable License Agreement to install a 6’ wood fence along the South side of the property, within the County’s 10’ Drainage/Utility Easement per the Plat recorded in Plat Book 11, Page 7. He understands if the County Engineer determines if the fence is causing flooding, drainage problems, or for other needs in the area, the fence will need to be removed or relocated at his expense. Engineering, Road & Bridge, and Water Quality have reviewed the Revocable License Agreement and have no objections. Staff recommended that the Board approve the Revocable License Agreement, authorize the Chair to sign the agreement, and direct Mr. Barski pay to record the agreement in the public records of St. Lucie County, Florida. Adopted by Consent Vote 11. Revocable License Agreement - 5505 Killarney Ave - Lakewood Park - Unit No. 12 - Dwayne Venturina and Deborah Goodman - Parcel ID 1301-614-0050-000-7 Mr. Venturina and Mrs. Goodman are requested a Revocable License Agreement to keep their 6’ vinyl fence and gate along the North, South, and West sides of the property within the

BOCC Regular Meeting Tuesday, April 8, 2025 6:00 PM 7 | P a g e County’s 10’ Drainage/Utility Easement, per the Plat recorded in Plat Book 11, Page 26A. They understand if the County Engineer determines the fence and gate are causing flooding, drainage problems, or for other needs in the area, the fence and gate 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 that the Board approve the Revocable License Agreement, authorize the Chair to sign the agreement, and direct Mr. Venturina and Mrs. Goodman pay to record the agreement in the public records of St. Lucie County, Florida. Adopted by Consent Vote D. COMMUNITY SERVICES 1. Resolution No. 25-072 - Approving Issuance by the Housing Finance Authority of St. Lucie County of its Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds to Provide Funding for the Rehabilitation of Madison Cay Apartments in Fort Pierce, Florida Staff recommended that the Board adopt Resolution No. 24-072 and authorize the Chair to sign documents as approved by the County Attorney in accordance with Strategic Plan Policy TC 3.4.4. Adopted by Consent Vote 2. Resolution 25-081 Committing Matching Funds for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Application to the Florida Department of Commerce Staff recommended Board approval of the $50,000.00 match contribution from the State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) program FY 2024/2025 funds and authorization for the Chair to sign documents as approved by the County Attorney in accordance with Strategic Plan Policy TC 3.4.4. Adopted by Consent Vote 3. Award of Bids for the Housing Rehabilitation Program Staff recommended Board approval to award ITB 9 and 10 to KIB Construction Corp. and authorization by the Chair to sign documents as approved by the County Attorney in accordance with Strategic Plan Policy TC 3.4.4. Adopted by Consent Vote E. INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 1. Resolution No. 2025-83 - Amendment to Resolution No. 2023-223 Regarding the Establishment of the Local Technology Planning Team

BOCC Regular Meeting Tuesday, April 8, 2025 6:00 PM 8 | P a g e Staff recommended that the Board adopt Resolution No. 2025-83 and authorize the Chair to sign the resolution as approved by the County Attorney. Adopted by Consent Vote F. PARKS, RECREATION, & FACILITIES 1. Bid Award - Bid No. 24-113 - Maintenance and Repair Services for County Fleet Vehicles Staff recommended Board approval to award Bid No. 24-113, Maintenance and Repair Services for the County Fleet Vehicles to St. Lucie Battery & Tire of Fort Pierce and authorize the Chair to sign the contracts as approved by the County Attorney. Adopted by Consent Vote 2. Professional Architectural Services - Preliminary Design for 3855 South U.S. Highway 1 (Logistic Center), in the amount of $83,305.00 Staff recommended Board approval to award Work Authorization #2, under contract NO. C24- 04-430, to Edlund, Dritenbas, Binkley Architects & Associates, P.A. in the amount of $83,305.00 and authorize the Chair to sign the contract as approved by the County Attorney. Adopted by Consent Vote 3. North Causeway Island Park Boat Launch, Amenities and Parking Improvement Project, Donation Acceptance - $73,000.00 Staff recommended Board approval to accept the $73,000.00 donation from La Entrada Del Mar per the FDEP requirement as part of their FDEP Permit Application No.; 56-184743-004-EI, as referred to in the attached letter, and apply these funds to the completion of the North Causeway Island Park Boat Launch, Amenities and Parking Improvement Project, and authorization for the Chair to sign documents as approved by the County Attorney. Adopted by Consent Vote G. PUBLIC SAFETY 1. Approval of Five-Year Contract with GeoComm for RapidSOS Premium Staff recommended Board approval of the contract with GeoComm for the RapidSOS Premium solution and authorization for the Chair to execute the agreement as approved by the County Attorney. Adopted by Consent Vote 2. ASTRO 25 Connectivity Service (ACS) – Managed Detection & Response

BOCC Regular Meeting Tuesday, April 8, 2025 6:00 PM 9 | P a g e Staff recommended Board approval of the Motorola ASTRO 25 MDR service contract in the amount of $230,894.49 (5-year total) to ensure comprehensive cybersecurity monitoring and response for the County’s radio network infrastructure and authorization for the Chair to sign contract documents as approved by the County Attorney. Adopted by Consent Vote 3. ASTRO 25 Connectivity Service (ACS) – Activation for Smart Connect Staff recommended the Board's approval of the contract with Motorola Solutions, Inc. for Smart Connect and authorization for the Chair to sign contract documents as approved by the County Attorney. Adopted by Consent Vote H. PUBLIC UTILITIES 1. Award of Bid No. 25-003 - Recycling of Various Materials from the St. Lucie County Baling & Recycling Facility Staff recommended Board approval of the award of Bid No. 25-003 for Recycling of various Materials from the St. Lucie County Baling & Recycling Facility to Sarg Recycling, Inc of Jupiter Florida and Storelli Recycling Company, Inc. of Fort Lauderdale, Fl and authorization for the Chair to sign the contracts as approved by the County Attorney. Adopted by Consent Vote 2. Annual Operations Assistance Staff recommended Board approval and authorization for the Chair in accordance with ES 6.3.1 to execute CDM Smith Work Authorization No. 01 under Contract C24-11-1110 for professional engineering services for a not-to-exceed total cost of $530,465.00. Adopted by Consent Vote I. PUBLIC WORKS 1. Pineapple Grove PUD (Angle Road west of Kings Highway) - Fee-In-Lieu of Sidewalk Construction Along Certain Segments of Internal Rights of Way Staff recommended Board approval of the fee-in-lieu of construction agreement with HDP Pineapple Grove, accept funds in the amount of $94,985.00, and authorization for the Chair to sign documents as approved by the County Attorney. Adopted by Consent Vote 2. Orange Avenue Culvert Replacement at NSLRWCD Canal 54 - Final Acceptance - THIS PROJECT IS FUNDED BY THE INFRASTRUCTURE SALES TAX

BOCC Regular Meeting Tuesday, April 8, 2025 6:00 PM 10 | P a g e Staff recommended the Board's final acceptance of the Orange Avenue at NSLRWCD Canal 54 Culvert Replacement Project. Adopted by Consent Vote 3. Award Bid No. 25-30 - Roadside/Long Line Mowing to Higher Ground Land Services Staff recommended Board approval for the award of Bid No. 25-030 for Roadside/Long Line Mowing to the second-lowest responsive bidder, Higher Ground Land Services, and authorization for the Chair to sign documents as approved by the County Attorney. Adopted by Consent Vote 4. Range Line Road Intersection Improvements at Becker Road Intersection - Final Acceptance Staff recommended the Board's final acceptance of the improvements to Range Line Road and the $44,000.00 in alternative funding. Adopted by Consent Vote 5. St. Lucie County Fire Station #19 - Fee In-Lieu of Construction of Sidewalks Along Two Future Roads Staff recommended Board approval of the fee-in-lieu of a construction agreement with the St. Lucie County Fire District, accept funds in the amount of $16,025.00, and authorization for the Chair to sign documents as approved to form by the County Attorney. Adopted by Consent Vote 6. Proposal for Amendment No. 6 to Contract C17-08-532 to Increase the Cost of the Project for Expert Witness Fees to Kimley-Horn and Associates as a Result of Ongoing Litigation Regarding the Lennard Road/Tilton Road Corridor Drainage Staff recommended Board approval of the request to increase the project an additional $25,000.00 and approve amendment number six to contract number C17-08-532, increasing the amount by $25,000.00 for expert witness fees of Kimley-Horn and Associates, and also allow the Chair to sign the documents as approved by the County Attorney. Adopted by Consent Vote J. TRANSIT 1. Resolution of Support for the Transit Operations & Maintenance Facility Required by the Federal Transit Administration Staff recommended Board approval of Resolution 2025-33 and permission for the Chair to sign documents as approved by the County Attorney.

BOCC Regular Meeting Tuesday, April 8, 2025 6:00 PM 11 | P a g e Adopted by Consent Vote 10. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT SERVICES 1. Land Development Code (LDC) Text Amendment to the AG-2.5 Zoning District Requested by Riverside Citrus Harvesting LLC to Allow Utility Trade Contractors with Specialty Storage, Engaged in the Construction of Water and Sewer Mains, Pipelines, Communications and Powerlines, as a Conditional Use Subject to the Supplemental Standards of Land Development Code Section 7.10.36 - ITEM MOVED FROM 10. A.4. Thad Crowe, Planning & Development Services Senior Planner, presented to the Board the proposed Land Development Code (LDC) text amendment request of the applicant, Adrian Morales of Riverside Citrus Harvest LLC, to allow Utility Trade Contractors with Specialty Storage, construction of water and sewer mains, pipelines, communications, and powerlines. Following the requirements for public notice, a public hearing notice was advertised with publication in the local newspaper, TC Palm. The Standard Industrial Code (SIC) Major Group 16 includes general contractors engaged in heavy construction other than building, such as road, bridge, sewer, and utility construction. Utility trade contractors are also referenced in the zoning code. The current Agricultural-5 (AG-5) District model allows utility trade contractors as a conditional use if approved, with specific eligibility requirements. Specifically, there are two changes: the first would be adding utility trade contractors to the list of conditional uses in AG-2.5 with specialty storage, and the second would be to amend the supplemental standards of the LDC section 7.10.36. for recreational vehicles, boat storage, and utility trade contractors. The proposed changes would provide conditional use eligibility on AG-2.5-zoned properties that are adjacent to and have direct access to Orange Avenue or Okeechobee Road and are at least 4 acres in size, with a minimum lot width of 250 ft. The property is located at 12387 Orange Avenue. The proposed amendment is a result of a code enforcement action. The proposed changes would extend public notices to 1000 ft. around the property, compared to the current standard of 500 ft. Upon adoption, the conditional use process involves a case-by-case review, considering compatibility with surrounding areas and the impact on existing agricultural uses and infrastructure. The use does not compel the extension of the Urban Service Boundary (USB), which is the eastern boundary of the Orange Avenue and Okeechobee Road AG-2.5 areas. The area is diverse, with single-family homes, agricultural land, and commercial operations, including warehouses and trucking-related uses. The applicant owns property adjacent to an FPL substation, which is the subject of the code enforcement action. The county must balance the protection of agricultural uses with the development of non-agricultural uses, considering the impact on infrastructure and existing land uses. Staff recommended that the Board hold a public hearing on the first reading of the proposed Land Development Code Text Amendment, evaluate the proposal, and schedule a Second Reading at their April 22, 2025, Meeting, scheduled for 9:00 AM or soon thereafter. Staff recommended the approval of the proposed LDC amendments, with the following modified language: PART A Section 3.01.03, Zoning Districts of the LDC is amended to add Section 3.01.03(B)(7)(q)

BOCC Regular Meeting Tuesday, April 8, 2025 6:00 PM 12 | P a g e as follows: 3.01.03. – Zoning Districts; B. AG-2.5 Agricultural – 2.5; 7. Conditional Uses: q – Utility trade contractors, with specialty storage, engaged in the construction of water and sewer mains, pipelines, and communication and powerline construction subject to the requirements of Section 7.10.36 (1623) PART B Section 7.10.00, Supplemental Standards, of the LDC is amended to modify Section 7.10.36 as follows: Section 7.10.36. Recreational Vehicle, Boat Storage, and Utility Trade Contractor Facilities. In the AG-5 (Agricultural-5) Zoning District, Recreational vehicle, boat storage, and utility trade contractor facilities may be authorized as a conditional use if located within 1.5 miles of State Roads 68 or 70 (Orange Avenue or Okeechobee Road). In the AG-2.5 (Agricultural-2.5) Zoning District, utility trade contractor facilities may be authorized as a conditional use, if located adjacent to and with direct access to State Roads 68 or 70 (Orange Avenue or Okeechobee Road), and have a minimum lot size of four acres and a minimum lot width of 250 feet. Such proposals shall be subject to the standards of review set out in Section 11.07.00 and the following supplemental criteria: Commissioner Clasby mentioned the proposal process was county-initiated and that staff have met with the Board between meetings for input on the process, and he supported the item. Dan McIntyre, County Attorney, clarified that the proposed presentation was the first of two public hearings, with the next scheduled for April 22, 2025, at 9:00 am. 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 matter. A motion was made to approve staff recommendations, and it passed unanimously. RESULT: APPROVE 1ST READING MOVER: Commissioner District 1 James Clasby SECONDER: Commissioner District 2 Larry Leet AYES: Jamie Fowler, Larry Leet, James Clasby, Erin Lowry NAYS: None EXCUSED: Cathy Townsend 2. True Stone Masonry LLC's Petition to Rezone a +/-1.38 Acre Parcel on North Kings Highway from the AR-1 (Agricultural, Residential - 1) Zoning District to the IL (Industrial Light) Zoning District - THIS ITEM IS QUASI-JUDICIAL This public hearing was Quasi-Judicial, and the commissioners made the following disclosures regarding this item:

BOCC Regular Meeting Tuesday, April 8, 2025 6:00 PM 13 | P a g e Commissioner Jamie Fowler - Spoke with Planning & Development Services Benjamin Balcer and Kori Benton. Commissioner Larry Leet - Spoke with staff. Commissioner James Clasby - Spoke with staff. Commissioner Erin Lowry - Spoke with staff. Thomas Reetz, Planning & Development Services Planner II, presented to the Board the proposed amendment to the Official Zoning Atlas to rezone 1.38 acres from the Agricultural, Residential-1 (AR-1) Zoning District to the Industrial Light (IL) Zoning District. Following the requirements for public notice, a public hearing notice was published in the local newspaper, signs were displayed on the subject property, and notices were sent by mail to property owners within 500 ft. The site is located on the east side of North Kings Highway, approximately 1/3 mile north of St. Lucie Boulevard. Tru-Steel Corp, a steel fabricator and storage yard, is directly to the south with fallow agricultural fields both to the east and west of the property and within the Urban Services Boundary (USB). The existing land use is Mixed Use District (MXD), and the surrounding land is MXD, including Towns, Villages, and Countryside (TVC) to the west of North Kings Highway and south of St. Lucie Boulevard. The mixed-use future land use designation is identified as suitable for industrial uses implemented through the light industrial zoning district. The current zoning district is AR-1, with the surrounding properties having similar zoning, except for the steel fabricating company directly to the south that is already zoned IL. The proposed zoning is IL and compatible with the MXD, as per the Comprehensive Plan. The purpose of this district is to create and maintain an environment that is suitable for light manufacturing, wholesale, and warehousing activities. These activities should not generate undesirable noise, vibration, odor, dust, or other offensive effects on the surrounding area. Additionally, the district may include other uses that are necessary and compatible with the light industrial surroundings. Staff utilized the standards of review as outlined in LDC section 11.06.03, concluding that IL is consistent with MXD, Future Land Use Map (FLUM), and with similar existing land uses along the North Kings Highway corridor. The rezoning is consistent with the anti-urban sprawl comprehensive plan policies of the USB and strengthens the industrial base, tax base, and job market. The urban services available include improved road access, widening of Kings Highway, and access to the regional transportation network. The central water sewer is one mile to the southeast, at St. Lucie Boulevard and Taylor Dairy Road. The Environmental Resources Department (ERD) reports no adverse environmental impacts. The petitioner, True Stone Masonry, specializes in the fabrication and installation of custom stone products for residential and commercial building construction and enhancement, assisting in one-of-a-kind homes with water fountains, monuments, columns, window trims, and similar features. The proposed rezoning conforms to the standards of review as outlined in the County LDC and is consistent with the goals, objectives, and policies outlined in the comprehensive plan. The Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously recommended approval at the February 20, 2025, meeting. The staff has reviewed the rezoning application to amend the Official Zoning Atlas to designate +/- 1.38 acres as Industrial Light (IL) and recommended approval. Troy Smith, the applicant, addressed the Board and advised that True Stone Masonry has been in business for over 10 years and is owned primarily by his wife. The company specializes in

BOCC Regular Meeting Tuesday, April 8, 2025 6:00 PM 14 | P a g e fabricating decorative items, such as trim around homes, planters, and pots, utilizing a unique, open custom texture. They use environmentally friendly materials such as Portland cement, water, sand, and recycled concrete, avoiding the use of chemicals. The company also uses foam for certain projects, which are recycled after use, and any leftover concrete is given to community members for reuse. The company employs 16 people, with 7 working in the manufacturing facility and the rest at job sites. Mr. Smith addressed the concerns regarding road impact and advised that the building was previously owned by a generator repair company, resulting in less traffic. The company operates early in the morning to avoid traffic congestion, especially during peak hours. The company is currently operating in a building with ample space, which is beneficial for its upcoming projects in the County. He expressed the company's commitment to recycling and reusing materials, which aligns with their environmentally friendly business practices, dedication to sustainability, and local involvement. Commissioner Clasby and Commissioner Lowry expressed support for local business owners, job creation, and rezoning to expand their operations. 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 matter. 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 NAYS: None EXCUSED: Cathy Townsend 3. Central County Wastewater Reclamation & Treatment Plant (WRF/WWTP) Site - Rezoning from the IH (Industrial, Heavy) and IL (Industrial, Light) Zoning Districts to the U (Utilities) Zoning District - 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 staff and applicant. Commissioner Erin Lowry - Spoke with staff. Thad Crowe, Planning & Development Services Senior Planner, presented the proposed request to rezone a portion of a parcel from the Industrial Heavy (IH) and Industrial Light (IL) zoning districts to the Utilities (U) zoning district. Following the requirements for public notice, a public hearing

BOCC Regular Meeting Tuesday, April 8, 2025 6:00 PM 15 | P a g e notice was published in the local newspaper, signs were displayed on the subject property, and notices were sent by mail. The property is centrally located within the County and provides proximity to future growth areas, including the Range Line Road and Glades Cut-off Road corridors and the Fairgrounds area. The petitioner, St. Lucie County, represented by Kimley-Horn, requested an amendment to the official zoning atlas to rezone 37.183 acres of a larger County- owned 90.55-acre parcel to establish a Wastewater Reclamation Facility (WRF) and expand the existing Wastewater Treatment Plan (WWTP). The parent parcels, known as the Tropicana properties, are in the northeast quadrant of the intersection of West Midway Road and I-95, with the City of Fort Pierce to the west and north, the City of Port St. Lucie to the south, and unincorporated County to the east. The proposed facility is located at 8000 Midway Road, northeast of the intersection of the Turnpike and Midway. The property is within the Urban Service Boundary (USB) and is served with potable water by St. Lucie County Utilities. It is an existing water treatment facility within the USB with the initial plan to continue the operation of wastewater treatment and, in the future, work towards water reclamation. The planned WRF expansion would initially add 500,000 gallons per day of domestic wastewater to the existing industrial wastewater treatment facility. The wastewater treatment plant in a more central location is expected to decrease utility costs over the long term. The purpose of this district is to create and maintain an environment suitable for utilities, transportation, and communication facilities, along with other compatible uses. The uses include sanitary services, water supply, and irrigation systems. The Planning and Zoning Committee unanimously recommended approval of the proposed Zoning Map amendment of the subject site. Staff recommended approval of the proposed zoning map amendment of the subject site from Industrial Heavy (IH) and Industrial Light (IL) to Utilities (U) via Resolution 2025-86 and authorize 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. 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. Commissioner Clasby expressed support for the rezoning and requested clarification on the utilities' allowance within the area. In response, staff explained that the district allows for a variety of public infrastructure-related activities, including agriculture, transmission lines, industrial wastewater disposal, railroads, water treatment centers/services, and transportation. The Board did not have any further questions or comments on this matter. 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

BOCC Regular Meeting Tuesday, April 8, 2025 6:00 PM 16 | P a g e NAYS: None EXCUSED: Cathy Townsend 4. FPUA Gas Transmission Station Rezoning from the AG-1 (Agricultural-1) Zoning District to the U (Utilities) Zoning District - 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 staff and FPUA. Commissioner Erin Lowry - Spoke with staff. Thad Crowe, Planning & Development Services Senior Planner, presented to the Board the proposed application of Fort Pierce Utility Authority (FPUA) to rezone a portion of a parcel from the Agricultural-1 (AG-1) Zoning District to the Utility zoning district. The proposal is for a natural gas transmission station, which is intended to integrate with an existing regional transmission line abutting the site. Following the requirements for public notice, a public hearing notice was published in the local newspaper, signs were displayed on the subject property, and notices were sent by mail. The development site proposed for the rezoning comprises one acre in the northern portion and the narrow part of a 25.75-acre parcel fronting on the west side of Alco Road, approximately 1/2 mile south of the intersection of I-95 and Indrio Road. The planned facility does not fit into the smaller-scale, neighborhood-serving category of essential utility services facilities, which are allowed by right, which requires rezoning. The future land use designation for the parcel is Towns, Villages, and Countryside (TVC), and it is in the TVC overlay and outside of the Urban Service Boundary (USB). The purpose of the proposed district is to provide and protect an environment suitable for utilities, transportation, and communication facilities, together with such other uses as may be compatible with utility, transportation, and communication facility surroundings. The uses include gas pipeline right-of-way and gas production/distribution. The Planning and Zoning Committee passed a unanimous vote of approval on March 20, 2025, for the proposed rezoning. Staff recommended that the Board approve the proposed rezone to U (Utilities) via Resolution 2025-87 and authorize 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 matter. A motion was made to approve staff recommendations, and it passed unanimously. RESULT: APPROVE MOVER: Commissioner District 1 James Clasby SECONDER: Commissioner District 2 Larry Leet

BOCC Regular Meeting Tuesday, April 8, 2025 6:00 PM 17 | P a g e AYES: Jamie Fowler, Larry Leet, James Clasby, Erin Lowry NAYS: None EXCUSED: Cathy Townsend 5. The Atlantic PUD - Rezoning, Preliminary Site Plan & Wetland 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 Benjamin Balcer and Kori Benton of Planning & Development Services. Commissioner Larry Leet- Spoke with staff. Commissioner James Clasby - Spoke with staff. Commissioner Erin Lowry - Spoke with staff. Chair Cathy Townsend - Spoke with staff. Benjamin Balcer, Planning & Development Services Director, presented this item to the Board. The applicant, AC Laguna, LLC., represented by Richard Ladyko, PE, requested approval of a 1) Zoning Atlas Amendment (Rezoning) to the Planned Unit Development (PUD) Zoning District, 2) Preliminary PUD Site Plan for 23 single-family lot subdivisions, and 3) Wetland Waiver, for direct impacts to 0.85-acres of Category 1 mangrove wetlands. The proposed project is known as the Atlantic PUD. The public hearing was properly noticed, with notices in the local newspaper, mailed to property owners within 500 ft., and a public notice sign posted on the property. The proposed 23.11-acre site is located on South Ocean Drive along the Atlantic Ocean on South Hutchinson Island, approximately two and a quarter miles south of Ocean Village and three and a half miles north of the FPL nuclear power plant. Most of the site is on the east of A1A, currently underdeveloped and heavily vegetated. The site is located immediately north of the Diamond Shores development and was originally proposed as a 43-unit PUD known as Sunset Beach. The predominant future land use designation for the site is Residential Urban (RU), allowing a maximum of 5 dwelling units per acre. A small portion of the site west of A1A has a Residential Conservation (R\C) designation, allowing 0.2 dwelling units per acre. The applicant proposes to rezone the site from the Planning Non-Residential Development District to the Planned Unit Development Zoning District to allow for single-family home development at a density of just shy of 1 dwelling unit per acre. The site lies within the Hutchinson Island Building Height Overlay Zone B, allowing for a maximum building height of 35 ft. The subject site has been subject to two prior development proposals. In 2016, the Board approved a major site plan for a project consisting of 102 residential condominium units known as Atlantic Condominium, and in 2019, a PNRD Rezoning and Preliminary/Final Site Plan with a Conditional Use for a 220-bed facility known as the Atlantic Wellness Facility. Both projects received approval to impact 1.2 acres of wetlands to provide access to the upland portions of the site. The proposed preliminary site plan includes 23 single-family lots, reducing category one wetland impacts to 0.85 acres by narrowing the access design from the prior plans. The PUD includes one consolidated beach access through the required dune preservation zone, with additional building setbacks, the preservation of remaining wetlands on site, and a pile-supported bridge over the

BOCC Regular Meeting Tuesday, April 8, 2025 6:00 PM 18 | P a g e wetland’s links to an internal street. The project is proposed to be gated with adequate queuing by setting the gate back from A1A. The development has secured an emergency cross-access easement with the development to the south to provide reciprocal cross-access in case of emergencies or impacts to one of the two pile-supported bridges. The access roadway has a travel width of 20 ft., with a 5-ft. wide sidewalk that ties into an 8-ft. wide walkway along State Road A1A. The development proposes lots at 40 ft. in width and 160 ft. in depth, with a non- developable area at the rear of the lot seaward of the 1978 Coastal Construction Control Line. There is an additional 25 ft. rear setback from the coastal construction control line, allowing for building envelopes of over 3000 sq. ft. and multiple stories. Staff noted to reduce impacts requiring wetland buffers, staff proposed a condition of approval that would require the project's lift station location. The project is consistent with the St. Lucie County comprehensive plan and relevant code, reducing traffic impacts from previous plans. The project has reduced the Category I Wetland impact and provides for the preservation of the dune preservation area. The project will include a preserved area and a monitoring plan for the management of the environmental areas. The applicant is not proposing deceleration lanes, but the project will be subject to FDOT's review and permitting before construction. Staff advised that the 43-unit Diamond Shores development to the south includes both north and southbound turn lanes, and the 10-lot Anacostia Subdivision to the north is served by a northbound turn lane. The off-site improvements support vehicular deceleration and safe return movements and support efficient travel for other vehicles along A1A, which has a posted speed limit of 55 miles per hour. The Planning and Zoning Commission reviewed the proposed item at their March 20, 2025, meeting and voted unanimously to forward a recommendation of approval subject to staff- recommended conditions, as well as the recommended condition of approval of deceleration turn lanes within the A1A right-of-way to serve the project. Staff recommended that the Board of County Commissioners evaluate the proposed petition set and forward a recommendation of approval subject to the following Conditions: 1. ……acknowledge this property is located within the COBRA zone designation via the Plat. Prior to final site plan approval: 2. …secure certification for transportation concurrency... The Applicant and Staff shall explore the Planning & Zoning Commission’s Recommendation for ingress turn lanes with the FDOT prior to issuance of the Certificate of Capacity. 3. …accurately reflect the proposed on-site parking, including a community covenant to maintain the minimum required allocation of parking – including provisions to deter parking in a manner which impedes use of the community’s sidewalk. 4. …relocate the lift station south, as far away from the wetland as possible. Prior to final site plan approval: 6. … depict and include notes of the lift station design, which shall include the following

BOCC Regular Meeting Tuesday, April 8, 2025 6:00 PM 19 | P a g e 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 wetwell 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., autodialer) to notify of problems at the lift station so utility personnel can respond in a timely manner shall be installed. d. Routine maintenance shall be performed to prevent a failure of the lift station. 7. …submit an updated Environmental Impact Report to include the amount of total impacts to the wetland buffer, UMAM scores for impacts to the wetland and discussion of how wetland mitigation is being satisfied per the state and/or federal agencies. 8. … provide an updated boundary survey per LDC 11.02.09.A, including but not limited to, locations of all submerged lands, limits and elevations of any jurisdictional wetlands, along with the identification of the agency or agencies claiming jurisdiction. Prior to commencement of development: 9. ...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… 10. …the Preserve Area Monitoring and Management Plan (PAMMP) shall be updated to include the following: Provide exhibits (i.e., detail/depiction) and accompanying description of the permanent preserve signage for all preserve areas. Provide the locations of the permanent preserve signs via an exhibit of the site plan. Ensure the dune walkover complies with County and FDEP guidelines. Permanent ropes and bollards shall be offset ten ft. (10') from the dune preservation zone. 11. ...provide all appropriate outside agency permits including but not limited to Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP), Army Corps of Engineers (ACOE), etc. 12. …provide documentation of wetland mitigation purchase to the Bear Point Mitigation Bank. 13. …provide the coastal construction control line (CCCL) permit from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) per LDC 6.05.00. 14. … listed species surveys shall be supplied to ERD. 15. …to allow for the elevated/raised dune crossover, provide a permit from the appropriate agencies prior to access being established. All development shall comply with the requirements and criteria outlined and LDC 6.02.01.H in order to protect the functions and values of the

BOCC Regular Meeting Tuesday, April 8, 2025 6:00 PM 20 | P a g e estuarine and beach-dune shoreline areas. 16. …a pre-construction meeting shall be held including but not limited to ERD and other County Staff, outside agency representatives, etc. Prior to issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy: 17. 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. 18. Prior to issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, all Category I listed invasive plant species shall be eradicated from the site. Staff recommended the Board evaluate the proposed petition set and approve the Atlantic PUD Rezoning & Preliminary Site Plan subject to Conditions via Resolution 2025-82. Richard Ladyko, the applicant representative, addressed the Board and agreed to all the conditions of approval set forth except for the mandated turn lane requirements by the Planning and Zoning Commission. He advised that the access to the proposed site is under the jurisdiction of the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), and they are currently in negotiations with them regarding the driveway connections. Currently, the FDOT has not mandated requirements for the turn lanes. If the FDOT mandates the turn lanes, they will comply. 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. Commissioner Clasby commented on his past involvement with the Planning and Zoning Commission in 2018 and expressed support for the proposed item and support of property rights. Commissioner Leet commented that he appreciates the developer's effort to reduce the density of the development. He requested more details regarding the turn lanes requirement. In response, Mr. Balcer advised that the decision on the turn lane will ultimately be made by FDOT and that the Board could make recommendations through the PUD process. Staff noted the quantitative analysis performed by staff did not rise to the level of needing a turn lane. However, it would not hurt; it would promote and continue the level of service needed along A1A. Chair Fowler commented on her support of the project, the avoidance of wetlands impacts, and the importance of continuing to assess the need for turn lanes as the project progresses. Commissioner Clasby inquired if the Board could impose conditions on an FDOT roadway. In response, Mr. Balcer advised the Board that it could recommend further investigation into the turn lane possibility with FDOT. However, their process would not be held up if the Board

BOCC Regular Meeting Tuesday, April 8, 2025 6:00 PM 21 | P a g e required the condition of a turn lane. The Board did not have any further questions or comments on this matter. 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 NAYS: None EXCUSED: Cathy Townsend 11. REGULAR AGENDA A. COUNTY ATTORNEY 1. Pinelands Preserve - Proposed Settlement Caroline Valentin, Assistant County Attorney, presented this item to the Board. The proposal involves the approval of two proposed settlement agreements relating to the Pinelands Preserve. The preserve, a 750-acre site with 6 miles of trails, was acquired in 1998 with funds in part from a Florida Communities Trust (FCT) grant. The designation is part of the state's Great Birding Trail. There are two easements the County utilizes in part with the public to access the Pinelands Preserve. In 2019, a neighboring property owner sued the County, arguing that the 1991 easement was invalid. Upon purchase of the property, the County obtained a title insurance policy, in which the title company represents the County with the litigation. The litigation resulted in two court orders. The first, in 2021, held that the 1991 easement was invalid, and the most recent, in January 2025, held that the County was not entitled to a prescriptive easement. The combined effect of the two orders resulted in the County not having public or private access through the 1991 easement. There also was a separate lawsuit filed against the County in an alleged tort and inverse condemnation claim, which is pending. Staff has been diligent in obtaining alternative access under the terms of the grant, public access needs to be provided. One of the property owners bordered the Pineland Preserve with the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD). Staff has worked to provide a temporary form of access to the property, but it requires certain improvements to be made to be utilized. Staff continues to work with the SFWMD on shared permitted access. The SFWMD staff intends to recommend their District Board to allow the County to have shared access to the reservoir. The County may then be able to build out their connection down to the Pinelands Preserve. On March 27, 2025, the Plaintiff and County reached a written settlement agreement (Global Litigation Settlement), and the County and title company reached a separate written settlement agreement (Title Company Settlement). Both settlements are subject to Board approval. With the pending approval and meeting the terms of agreement, the parties have agreed to abate all litigation for 120 days. The terms of the settlement agreements were attached to the agenda and provided to the Board. In summary, under the Global Litigation Settlement, with the Plaintiff, there is an agreement that the County will not access the Pinelands Preserve through the Plaintiff’s property, including the

BOCC Regular Meeting Tuesday, April 8, 2025 6:00 PM 22 | P a g e 1991 Easement. The County will attempt to obtain from FCT a release of the interest or potential interest in the easements. The settlement is also conditioned on the County approving modification to a mining permit and associated conditional use permit, which has to be completed by June 25, 2025. Staff has reviewed the requested modifications and has determined that they comply with the code and comprehensive plan. Staff intends to schedule two public hearings before this Board relating to said modifications on May 6, 2025. The settlement is also conditioned upon administrative approval of the minor site plan relating to a property affiliated with the Plaintiff and issuance of a Site Development Permit for construction of paved access to the site within 30 days of submission of complete applications that comply with the County Code and Comprehensive Plan. Upon fulfillment of the terms, the claims and appeals between the parties will be dismissed with prejudice, with each party bearing its fees and costs. This settlement agreement is conditioned on the County entering into the second settlement agreement with the Title Company and at the option of the Plaintiff, if the County fails to meet the terms and conditions of the settlement agreement, the agreement may be terminated. The second settlement agreement is with the Title Company and in exchange for $400,000 paid from the Title Company to the County. In the dismissal of the claims in the first and second lawsuit, the Title Company will be released from their claims from the County. Given that any continued litigation may likely only result in private access, and public access is needed to get to the Preserve. Also, continued litigation would be costly to the County and take additional time and resources. Staff recommended approval of both settlement agreements. The County is represented by an outside council in the litigation, and each has recommended acceptance of the settlement agreements as well. Staff recommended that the Board approve the Global Litigation Settlement and Title Company Settlement and authorize the Chair to execute the settlement agreements in a form approved by the County Attorney. The Board did not have any questions or comments on this matter. 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 NAYS: None EXCUSED: Cathy Townsend 2. Opioid Litigation - Ratify Decision to Continue with Amending Complaint to Add Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs) Daniel McIntyre, County Attorney, presented this item to the Board. The County filed suit against various companies years ago, including the Distributors and Settling Defendants, in what has been

BOCC Regular Meeting Tuesday, April 8, 2025 6:00 PM 23 | P a g e referred to as the National Prescription Opiate Litigation. In March 2025, the County Attorney was contacted by the attorney representing the County, suggesting the County add Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs) as potential defendants. It was approved by the County Attorney to present it to the Board for ratification. Due to time constraints under the current litigation process, the Board is required to act before a meeting can be held. The County Attorney recommended that the Board ratify his decision. On the next agenda, there will be some additional ratifications. Staff recommended that the Board ratify the County Attorney's decision to continue with amending the Complaint to add PBMs. Commissioner Clasby commented on the lawsuit, which could potentially bring in millions for the County. In response, Mr. McIntyre mentioned that the County has already benefited financially, with over $1 million collected, and the funds are dedicated to an opioid Task Force for prevention and treatment purposes. The Task Force is managed by the Health Department and involves various local entities, ensuring the money is used to help those affected by the opioid crisis. The Board did not have any further questions or comments on this matter. 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 NAYS: None EXCUSED: Cathy Townsend 12. COMMISSIONER UPDATES Commissioner Leet updated the public regarding the development of Buc-ee's and advised that the development is now under state review and has received approval. He mentioned the development will be significant to the County and is expected to increase tax revenue, potentially allowing for a reduction in local tax rates. The Board h