Indian River County public meetings in 2024
68 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings on a biosolids moratorium extension and several zoning changes. The meeting also includes approvals for fire rescue apparatus, heavy equipment, and infrastructure projects.
- Public hearing for Biosolids Moratorium Extension Ordinance
- Rezoning request for Hunters Grove PD residential development
- Rezoning of 22.28 acres from General Commercial to Office, Commercial, Residential District
- Purchase of 2 motor graders, 1 vacuum truck, and fire rescue apparatus
- Proposed spending plan revisions for the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021
Environmental Land Acquisition Panel
The Environmental Land Acquisition Panel will meet on December 17, 2024 at 5:30 PM in Room B1‑501 of the County Administration Building, 1800 27th Street, Vero Beach. The meeting is designated as informational only and will consist of a panel member question‑and‑answer session. No decisions or votes are scheduled. The meeting is open to the public in person and online.
- Panel Member Question & Answer session (informational only)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider site plan approvals for a multi-family residential project and an RV storage facility. The body will also hold public hearings on a rezoning request and staff-initiated amendments to land development regulations regarding duplexes.
- Riverton: Request for Major Site Plan and Preliminary Plat for a 72-unit Multi-Family Residential project
- Jansen RV and Boat Storage: Request for Major Site Plan Approval for a parking and storage facility
- Staff-initiated LDR Amendments to remove duplexes from County Site Plan Requirements
- Motorhaus Rezoning: Request to rezone ±5.70 acres from Limited Commercial (CL) to General Commercial (CG)
Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO)
The Indian River County Metropolitan Planning Organization will review the Florida Department of Transportation's draft five-year work program and consider the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan. The body will also review the 2050 Long Range Transportation Plan and an amendment to the Unified Planning Work Program.
- Review of FDOT Draft Tentative Five-Year Work Program
- Consideration of the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan
- Presentation on the 2050 Long Range Transportation Plan
- Review of MPO Annual Certification Statement
- Consideration of an amendment to the Unified Planning Work Program
Children's Services Advisory Committee
The committee will review data updates from law enforcement and the school district. Members will discuss the 24/25 and 25/26 needs assessments and grant application processes. The meeting includes updates on DCF funded agencies and the 24/25 CSAC Guidebook.
- Law Enforcement and School District data updates
- 24/25 and 25/26 Needs Assessment updates
- 25/26 RFP, application, scoring rubric, and agency contract
- DCF Funded Agency update
- 24/25 CSAC Guidebook
MPO Technical Advisory Committee
The MPO Technical Advisory Committee will approve the September 27, 2024 minutes and discuss several transportation planning items. It will review the FDOT draft tentative five‑year work program for fiscal years 2025/26 through 2029/30, which requires a decision. The committee will also consider an amendment to the Unified Planning Work Program for FY 2024/25‑2025/26. Presentations on the 2050 Long‑Range Transportation Plan and potential transportation alternatives projects are scheduled but do not require action.
- Approve minutes from September 27, 2024 (action required)
- Review FDOT Draft Tentative Five‑Year Work Program FY 2025/26‑2029/30 (action required)
- Consider amendment to Unified Planning Work Program FY 2024/25‑2025/26 (action required)
- Presentation on the 2050 Long‑Range Transportation Plan (no action required)
- Review of Potential Transportation Alternatives Projects (no action required)
Environmental Control Hearing Board
The Environmental Control Hearing Board will meet to consider draft minutes, set 2025 meeting dates, and nominate officers. The board will also hear four specific environmental control cases.
- Election of 2025 Chairman and Vice Chairman
- Consideration of 2025 meeting dates
- Hearings for Thomas D. Crosby case 606-24
- Hearings for Investment Opportunity of Florida, LLC case 607-24
- Hearings for Hinkle and Sons Septic Services case 608-24
Local Mitigation Strategy Work Group
The Local Mitigation Strategy Working Group will review the current project prioritization list to decide which projects to keep or remove. It will receive an update on the 2024 hurricane season outlook and the status of the mitigation plan update, which is due to the Florida Division of Emergency Management by February 13, 2025. The group will also update its contact list and consider public comments.
- Review of Current Project Prioritization List – decide which projects to keep or remove
- Update LMS Contact List
- Current Status of LMS Plan Update – due February 13, 2025
- 2024 Hurricane Season Status / HMGP Outlook
- Public Comment period
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing to consider imposing an additional cent of Tourist Development Tax. The meeting includes a consent agenda with over 30 items, including approval of the 2024 Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan and a contract for Fire Station 11.
- Public hearing on 1 cent Tourist Development Tax increase
- Approval of 2024 Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan
- Contract for Fire Station 11 completion
- Approval of WebEOC incident management software
- Final 2024 Urban Service Boundary (USB) Study
MPO Citizen Advisory Committee
The Indian River County MPO Citizens Advisory Committee and Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Committee will meet on Dec 3, 2024 to consider several items. Members will vote on the FDOT Draft Tentative Five-Year Work Program covering fiscal years 2025/26 through 2029/30 and on an amendment to the Unified Planning Work Program for FY 2024/25‑2025/26. Other agenda items include approval of prior meeting minutes and a presentation of the 2050 Long Range Transportation Plan, which require no action.
- Approval of BPAC minutes (Sept 24 2024) and CAC minutes (Oct 1 2024) – Action Required
- Presentation on the 2050 Long Range Transportation Plan – No Action Required
- Review of FDOT Draft Tentative Five-Year Work Program for FY 2025/26‑2029/30 – Action Required
- Consideration of amendment to the Unified Planning Work Program for FY 2024/25‑2025/26 – Action Required
- Status Report of MPO Advisory Committees – No Action Required
Code Enforcement Board
The Indian River County Code Enforcement Board will conduct administrative hearings on a series of code‑violation cases. Topics include permit violations, wetland alterations, tree removal, junk vehicles, overgrown weeds and other ordinance breaches. The meeting also includes routine items such as roll call, approval of minutes and an attorney overview of board procedures.
- Case 2024050114 – Robert T. Dennie & Billie J., 7815 130th Ave, Fellsmere – violations of CHP400 permits and related ordinance sections.
- Case 2020060029 – R‑Max of Indian River, Inc., 920 Truman St, Sebastian – wetland alteration (CHP928) and tree removal/land clearing (CHP927).
- Case 2023050017 – John Douglas O'Banion, 2150 Highway A1A, Vero Beach – sea turtle protection (CHP932), dune protection (CHP932) and building permit violation (FBC 105).
- Case 2024070105 – Paula Hoekzema, 425 14th Ave, Vero Beach – junk vehicle violation (CHP973).
- Case 2024070176 – Jehu Auguste, 1910 46th Ave, Vero Beach – overgrown weeds (CHP973) and junk/trash/debris violations (CHP973).
Public Safety Council for Criminal Justice, Mental Health & Substance Abuse
The Public Safety Council will vote to approve the minutes from its May 24, 2024 meeting. It will receive a status and performance update on the Mental Health Court Program and review a needs‑assessment executive summary. Additional discussion will cover commissioner’s matters, committee members’ matters, and the chairman’s matters before adjourning.
- Approve minutes from May 24, 2024 (action required)
- Status & performance updates for Mental Health Court Program
- Needs assessment executive summary presentation
- Commissioner’s matters discussion
- Committee members’ matters discussion
Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board
The Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board will consider several action items, including approving the August 22, 2024 meeting minutes, reviewing the 2024/25 Planning Grant reimbursement invoice, and adopting the FY 2023/24 annual operating report. The board will also review and potentially adopt updated bylaws and grievance procedures for FY 2024/25. Additional items include a performance measure report and scheduling for 2025 MPO advisory meetings.
- Approve August 22, 2024 meeting minutes (Action Required)
- Review and approve Reimbursement Invoice #1 for the 2024/25 Planning Grant (Action Required)
- Review and adopt the Annual Operating Report for FY 2023/24 (Action Required)
- Review and adopt TDLCB Bylaws for FY 2024/25 (Action Required)
- Review and adopt TDLCB Grievance Procedures for FY 2024/25 (Action Required)
CSAC Needs Subcommittee
The Children’s Services Advisory Committee Needs Assessment Sub‑Committee will meet on November 20, 2024 at 2:00 PM. The meeting will cover routine items such as call to order, roll call, quorum, agenda changes, and approval of minutes from November 8, 2024. The primary discussion item is to review and finalize updates to the needs assessment for children’s services. Public comment will be provided before any action is taken.
- Review and finalize needs assessment updates
- Approval of minutes – November 8, 2024
- Public comment
Tourist Development Council
The Tourist Development Council will consider the resignation of Steve Hayes and appoint Nichole Johanson as a new member. It will approve the minutes from the August 21, 2024 meeting and receive an update on tourist tax revenue. The council will also set the dates for its 2025 meetings and address any other matters raised.
- Resignation of Steve Hayes and appointment of Nichole Johanson
- Tourist Tax Revenue Update
- Approval of August 21, 2024 meeting minutes
- Approval of 2025 meeting dates
- Other Matters
Board of County Commissioners
The commission will hold an emergency public hearing on an ordinance that would amend the zoning ordinance and map to rezone approximately 7.97 acres from the General Commercial district to a Medical district. Several consent‑agenda items will be approved, including the award of a strategic economic‑development plan, a review of affordable‑housing advisory committee incentives, and contracts for the Trans‑Florida Railway Trail and Indian River Boulevard construction. Additional public hearings will address a developer agreement with Providence Point Vero Beach, LLC and a notice for a future tourist‑development tax hearing.
- Emergency public hearing to amend zoning ordinance for ~7.97 acres from CG to MED district
- Award of RFP 2024059 for an Economic Development Strategic Action Plan
- Review and recommendation of Affordable Housing Advisory Committee 2024 incentives
- Final payment and change order for Trans‑Florida Railway Trail (IRC‑2115)
- FDOT Small County Outreach Program agreement for Indian River Boulevard construction
Economic Development Council
The Economic Development Council will meet to receive presentations on a local jobs grant application and an update to the Economic Development Strategic Action Plan. The council will also hear about the LTPT Digital Connectivity Program from Comcast.
- Local Jobs Grant Application presentation by Helene Caseltine
- Economic Development Strategic Action Plan Update by Chris Balter
- LTPT Digital Connectivity Program presentation by Rachael Bonlarron of Comcast
- Approval of September 17, 2024 meeting minutes
Environmental Land Acquisition Panel
The Environmental Land Acquisition Panel will present and discuss environmental assessment reports for each of the 26 nominated parcels. The meeting includes a public comment period and will set the next meeting for December 17, 2024.
- Presentation of environmental assessment reports for 26 nominated parcels
- Public comment period
- Scheduling of next meeting on December 17, 2024
Beach & Shore Preservation Advisory Committee
The Beach & Shore Preservation Advisory Committee will approve the October 21, 2024 minutes and receive updates on coastal division beach restoration projects, the Sebastian Inlet District, and county beach parks. The agenda also includes commissioner, member, and chairman matters, followed by public discussion items. The meeting provides an opportunity for public comment on any agenda or non‑agenda propositions.
- Approval of minutes from October 21, 2024
- Coastal Division updates on beach restoration projects
- Update from the Sebastian Inlet District
- Status report on county beach parks
- Public discussion items
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet on November 14, 2024 in Vero Beach to review several public hearing items. Commissioners will consider two planned‑development applications—a 171‑lot single‑family residential project and a 170‑unit multifamily residential project—and four rezoning requests covering roughly 2.90 to 22.28 acres. After the hearings the commission may vote on the proposals. The meeting also includes routine agenda items such as minutes approval and commissioner matters.
- Emerson Oaks PD: 171‑lot single‑family residential development, PD rezoning and preliminary plan approval (Applicant: Pulte Home Company, LLC)
- Hunter’s Grove PD: 170‑unit multifamily residential development, PD rezoning and preliminary plan approval (Applicant: Randolph Construction Group, Inc.)
- Kennedy Oslo 27 rezoning: approx. ±2.90 acres from Limited Commercial (CL) to General Commercial (CG)
- HF Properties rezoning: approx. ±5.55 acres from General Commercial (CG) to Heavy Commercial (CH)
- Red Jazmine rezoning: approx. ±4.20 acres from Limited Commercial (CL) to Heavy Commercial (CH)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners is holding a special call meeting and workshop. The session focuses on a staff and consultant presentation regarding the 2024 Comprehensive Plan Evaluation & Appraisal Report (EAR).
- Presentation of the 2024 Comprehensive Plan Evaluation & Appraisal Report (EAR)
- Review of the EAR Executive Summary
- Review of Appendix A Summary Matrix Recommendations
- Review of Appendix B Public Engagement Summary
Children's Services Advisory Committee
The Indian River County Children’s Services Advisory Committee will approve the minutes from the September 10, 2024 meeting and receive reports from the Community Services Director and various data updates. The committee will review old business on Strategic Planning Phase II and discuss new business items, including subcommittee elections, a needs assessment, other grant matters, a $15,000 Motivation Edge grant, and DCF funded agency updates. Public comment will be offered before adjournment.
- Approval of minutes for September 10, 2024
- Motivation Edge $15,000 grant
- Subcommittee elections
- Strategic Planning – Phase II (old business)
- DCF funded agency updates
CSAC Needs Subcommittee
The Children's Services Advisory Committee Needs Subcommittee will meet to review and finalize updates to a needs assessment. The group will also approve minutes from a previous meeting.
- Review and Finalize Needs Assessment Updates
- Approval of Minutes – October 23, 2024
Board of County Commissioners
The Indian River County Board of Commissioners will vote on several grant agreements, including a public‑transportation grant with FDOT and environmental projection grants for Hobart Landing and Orchid Island Estates. The meeting also includes routine consent‑agenda approvals for payments, contract extensions, and a fire‑rescue apparatus purchase. Informational reports on the FY 2023/24 fourth‑quarter budget, a paper‑shredding event, and other service updates will be presented but do not require board action.
- Approval of a Public Transportation Grant Agreement (PTGA) with the Florida Department of Transportation for a Section 5311 Grant
- Approval of Florida Department of Environmental Projection Grant Agreements for Hobart Landing and Orchid Island Estates septic‑to‑sewer projects
- Approval for advance purchase of fire rescue apparatus
- Change Order #1 Bid 2023054 – Hosie Shumann basketball court replacement
- First Extension (Bid 2024011) to agreements for annual asphalt paving & resurfacing services
Affordable Housing Advisory Committee
The Indian River County Affordable Housing Advisory Committee will meet to approve 2025 meeting dates and discuss updates on local affordable housing projects from member municipalities and organizations.
- Approval of 2025 meeting dates
- Local Affordable Housing Action Updates from member cities and organizations
- SHIP Updates
- Planning Update
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will hear a presentation of the Indian River County 2024 Urban Service Boundary Study and staff draft recommendations. Commissioners will provide comments and answer questions. The public will also be invited to comment on the study and recommendations.
- Presentation of the 2024 Urban Service Boundary Study
- Staff consultant report on the study
- Draft recommendations for the Urban Service Boundary
- Board comments and questions
- Public comments on the study and recommendations
Code Enforcement Board
The Board is conducting compliance and evidentiary hearings to determine if county code violations exist and set deadlines for correction. The body may impose fines and liens against properties that fail to comply with regulations.
- Compliance hearing for vacation rental license violation at 8740 Shore Ln
- Lien reduction request for dune protection violation at 945 Surf Ln
- Evidentiary hearings for overgrown weeds and debris at 1826 4th Pl, 5195 20th St, and 2185 86th Dr
- Hearing for site plan nonconformance and landscape maintenance at 6560 20th St and 800 US Highway 1
- Evidentiary hearing for zoning and building permit violations at 2515 95th Ct
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a consent request from Genesis Industrial to phase a previously approved site plan and defer a required off‑site improvement. It will also review a non‑consent request from Lost Tree Preserve for preliminary approval of a Planned Development multi‑family tract. Additionally, commissioners will discuss changing the commission meeting schedule to a monthly meeting on the second Thursday of each month.
- Genesis Industrial – request to phase approved site plan and defer off‑site improvement (Item #4, consent agenda)
- Lost Tree Preserve – request for preliminary Planned Development plan/plat approval for multi‑family tract (Item #5, non‑consent agenda)
- Consideration of changing the PZC meeting schedule to once a month on the second Thursday (Item #7, discussion)
CSAC Needs Subcommittee
The Needs Assessment Sub-Committee is meeting to review and update data, identify gaps, and incorporate missing information. The body will also receive a Community Service Direct report regarding contract signing and e-CImpact.
- Review and update of needs assessment data
- Community Service Direct report on contract signing
- e-CImpact update
- Approval of January 5, 2024 minutes
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will consider several consent items including utility easements and equipment maintenance. The meeting includes a public discussion regarding waste collection funding and a review of utility account bad debt write-offs.
- Utility relocation agreement for CR-510/85th Street west of 82nd Avenue
- Work Order #2 to EDB for Fire Station 15 Design
- Employment contract for Assistant County Attorney Christopher Hicks
- Renewal of AK Associates maintenance contract for 911 call-taking equipment
- Utility accounts receivable bad debt write-offs and foreclosure activity
Beach & Shore Preservation Advisory Committee
The committee will meet to receive updates on the Coastal Division and Beach Restoration Projects. The agenda includes reports from the Sebastian Inlet District and a status update on County Beach Parks.
- Approval of July 15th, 2024 minutes
- Coastal Division updates on Beach Restoration Projects
- Update from the Sebastian Inlet District
- Status of County Beach Parks
CSAC Grants Subcommittee
The Children’s Services Advisory Committee Grant Subcommittee will meet to approve the August 19, 2024 minutes and hear the Community Services Director report. The meeting will include a discussion of an updated Request for Proposals (RFP) and an updated scoring rubric for grant applications. Public comment will be allowed before the meeting adjourns.
- Approval of August 19, 2024 meeting minutes
- Community Services Director report (staff update, professional learning contracts, E‑CImpact update, site‑visit walkthrough tool)
- Discussion of updated grant Request for Proposals (RFP)
- Discussion of updated grant scoring rubric
- Public comment period
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing on a zoning change for approximately 7.97 acres. The meeting also includes votes on cell radio leases, roadway improvements, and a special assessment for culvert replacement.
- Public hearing to rezone ±7.97 acres from General Commercial District to Medical District
- Resolution for special assessment to replace culverts for Waters Edge Phase II Subdivision
- Final payment and change order for 11th Drive and 37th Street roadway and intersection improvements
- Cell radio lease renewals for King’s Highway and Gifford
- Release of an easement at 8815 Lakeside Circle
Environmental Control Hearing Board
The Indian River County Environmental Control Hearing Board will consider the draft minutes from the August 8, 2024 meeting and any agenda changes. It will then hold hearings on four pending cases: Odessa Clark (603‑24), Best Septic, Inc. (605‑24), Thomas D. Crosby (606‑24), and Eligha Pryor (607‑24). The board may discuss other matters before adjourning.
- Consideration of Draft Minutes August 8, 2024
- Additions‑Deletions to Agenda
- Hearing of Case 603‑24: Odessa Clark
- Hearing of Case 605‑24: Best Septic, Inc.
- Hearing of Case 606‑24: Thomas D. Crosby
MPO Citizen Advisory Committee
The MPO Citizens Advisory Committee will meet to take action on the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan and the MPO Annual Certification Statement. The committee will also review the Public Participation Plan Annual Evaluation for FY 2023/24.
- Consideration of the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan
- Review of the MPO Annual Certification Statement
- Review of the Public Participation Plan Annual Evaluation for FY 2023/24
- 2025 MPO and MPO Advisory Committees Meeting Schedule
MPO Technical Advisory Committee
The Indian River County MPO Technical Advisory Committee will elect a Vice Chair, approve the August 23, 2024 minutes, and consider the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan. The committee will also review the MPO Annual Certification Statement and the Public Participation Plan Annual Evaluation for FY 2023/24. Additional items include a status report of MPO advisory committees and scheduling for 2025 MPO meetings.
- Election of Vice Chair (action required)
- Approval of August 23, 2024 minutes (action required)
- Consideration of the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan (action required)
- Review of the MPO Annual Certification Statement (action required)
- Review of the Public Participation Plan Annual Evaluation for FY 2023/24 (no action required)
CSAC Needs Subcommittee
The Children’s Services Advisory Committee Needs Assessment Sub-Committee will meet to discuss community service reports and strategic planning. The body is scheduled to review updates regarding needs assessments, asset mapping, and an update summary.
- Review of Needs Assessment updates, Asset Mapping, and Update Summary
- Discussion of CSAC timeline and workflow
- Review of Strategic Plan
- Approval of January 5, 2024 minutes
Board of County Commissioners
The Board will hold a public hearing to consider revising the utility services rate schedule for the Department of Utility Services (IRCDUS Project ID: 00.23.544). It will also consider several consent agenda items, including contract extensions, award of bids, and tax‑cancellation resolutions. Additional matters include a workers compensation settlement and a lease agreement for the Roseland Community Center.
- Public Hearing to Revise Utility Services Rate Schedule – IRCDUS Project ID: 00.23.544
- Approval of Extension to the Humane Society of Vero Beach MOU (Nov 2024)
- Award of Final Scope and Fee for Integrated Water Master Plan to HDR Engineering, Inc. – IRCDUS Project ID: 00.23.547
- Resolution Cancelling Taxes on Properties Purchased for Public Purpose – Golden Eagle Upholstery Services and Roger L. Moss & Lindsey J. Moss
- Award of Bid 2024049 for Oslo Water Treatment Plant Sand Strainer Replacement
MPO Bicycle Advisory Committee
The MPO Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Committee meets at 2:00 PM on September 24, 2024 in Conference Room B1‑501, County Administration Building B, 1800 27th Street, Vero Beach, FL. The committee will approve minutes from the June 4, 2024 joint BPAC‑CAC meeting, review and potentially adopt the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan, and review the MPO Annual Certification Statement. Additional agenda items include a review of the Public Participation Plan Annual Evaluation for FY 2023/24, a status report of MPO advisory committees, and scheduling for 2025 MPO and advisory‑committee meetings. Public comments will be taken before adjournment.
- Approve minutes from the Joint BPAC‑CAC Meeting held June 4, 2024
- Consider the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan
- Review the MPO Annual Certification Statement
- Review the Public Participation Plan Annual Evaluation for FY 2023/24 (no action required)
- Discuss the 2025 MPO and MPO Advisory Committees meeting schedule
Code Enforcement Board
The Indian River County Code Enforcement Board will hear cases regarding zoning, building permits, and property maintenance violations. The board will also consider lien release requests and consent items.
- Hearings for 20+ cases including zoning, junk vehicles, and building code violations
- Lien release request for Barnard Fencing Solutions at 145 13th Ave
- Hearings for properties on 32nd Ave, 58th Ave, and US Highway 1
- Hearings for properties on 13th Pl, 84th Ter, and 4th Ct
- Approval of August 26, 2024 minutes
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a final budget hearing to approve the proposed 2024-2025 budget and associated millage rates for various county funds. The board will also consider non-ad valorem charges for the Solid Waste Disposal District and approve budgets for non-taxing funds.
- General Fund proposed budget: $145,834,204
- Solid Waste Disposal District proposed charge: $108.75 per Residential Waste Generation Unit
- Solid Waste Disposal District proposed budget: $27,495,249
- Non-Taxing Funds proposed budget: $201,938,140
- Proposed aggregate millage rate: 6.1198
Economic Development Council
The Indian River County Economic Development Council will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from July 2024 and receive an update on the Economic Development Strategic Action Plan. The meeting is scheduled for September 17, 2024, at the County Administration Complex.
- Approval of July 16, 2024 meeting minutes
- Update on Economic Development Strategic Action Plan
- Next meeting scheduled for November 19, 2024
Environmental Land Acquisition Panel
The Environmental Land Acquisition Panel will approve the minutes from its August 13, 2024 meeting and then review new parcel acquisition applications. The panel will also discuss staff comments, bond consultant matters, and other items raised by the chair and commissioners. A public comment period will follow before the meeting adjourns.
- Approve minutes of August 13, 2024
- Review new parcel acquisition applications
- Discuss staff comments
- Discuss bond consultant matters
- Public comment period
Beach & Shore Preservation Advisory Committee
The committee is meeting to receive updates on beach restoration projects and the Sebastian Inlet District. Members will also discuss the status of county beach parks.
- Approval of July 15th, 2024 minutes
- Coastal Division updates on Beach Restoration Projects
- Update from the Sebastian Inlet District
- Status of County Beach Parks
Affordable Housing Advisory Committee
The Indian River County Affordable Housing Advisory Committee will meet to discuss updates on the State Housing Initiative Program (SHIP) and planning, along with local action updates from member municipalities.
- Approval of July 17, 2024 meeting minutes
- Discussion of SHIP Updates
- Discussion of Planning Update
- Local Affordable Housing Action Updates from member municipalities
- Next meeting scheduled for October 23, 2024
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Indian River County Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a major site plan and administrative permit for a 100‑foot T‑Mobile wireless tower. A public hearing will be held on Schwerin Realty Corp.'s request to rezone about 7.97 acres from the General Commercial (CG) district to the Medical (MED) district. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from July 25 and August 8, 2024.
- T‑Mobile Wireless Tower: request for major site plan and administrative permit for a 100‑foot tower (Zoning IG, Commercial/Industrial)
- Schwerin Rezoning: request to rezone ~7.97 acres from CG to MED district
- Approval of minutes for July 25, 2024
- Approval of minutes for August 8, 2024
- Public hearing on the Schwerin rezoning request
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will review the County Administrator's budget overview and then vote on proposed ad valorem millage rates and budgets for several funds, including the General Fund, MSTU, Transportation Fund, Emergency Services District, and Land Acquisition Bonds. They will also consider the Solid Waste Disposal District charges and non‑ad valorem budget items, and announce the date and location of the final budget hearing. Public comment will be accepted on each item before motions are made.
- General Fund millage 3.5475 (7.77% above rolled back) with $145,834,204 budget
- MSTU millage 1.1506 (7.24% above rolled back) with $54,368,135 budget
- Emergency Services District millage 2.3531 (7.31% above rolled back) with $66,824,334 budget
- Solid Waste Disposal District residential charge $108.75 per unit (8% increase) and $27,495,249 budget
- Final budget hearing set for Sep 18, 2024 at 5:01 PM, County Administration Building A
Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO)
The Metropolitan Planning Organization will meet to approve minutes, consider an amendment to the Transportation Improvement Program, and review a feasibility study for a railroad grade separation. The group will also appoint members to the Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board.
- Approval of June 12, 2024 minutes
- Consideration of Railroad Grade Separation Feasibility Study
- Consideration of Updated Federal Functional Classification Map
- Consideration of Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) Amendment
- Appointment to Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board
Board of County Commissioners
The Indian River County Board of Commissioners will consider a series of proclamations, approve a large consent agenda of routine payments and contracts, and vote on several specific agreements and awards. Among the items is a resolution establishing fair market rental rates for the Housing Choice Voucher program for fiscal year 2025. The board will also receive public notices for upcoming hearings on a hospital special assessment and new utility rates.
- Approval of Resolution establishing fair market rental rates for the Housing Choice Voucher Program for FY 2025
- Authorization of a 5‑Year Agreement with USDA‑APHIS‑WS (2025‑2029) for nesting seasons
- Renewal of the Public Safety Communications System Software Services Agreement
- Award of Annual Bid 2025002 for sulfuric acid procurement
- Public notice of a hearing on September 24, 2024 to consider a non‑ad valorem special assessment roll on hospitals
Children's Services Advisory Committee
The Children's Services Advisory Committee will vote to approve the minutes of its August 6, 2024 meeting. It will hear a report from the Community Services Director covering professional development, upcoming forums, agency contracts, e‑CImpact, FY 24/25 business sponsor, and a timeline overview. Updates will be presented from law enforcement, the hospital district, and the school district, and the committee will review Phase I of its strategic planning.
- Approval of minutes for August 6, 2024
- Community Services Director report – professional development, agency contracts, FY 24/25 business sponsor
- Law enforcement data update presented by Sheriff Flowers
- Hospital district data update presented by Frank Isele
- Strategic Planning – Phase I (old business)
Code Enforcement Board
The Indian River County Code Enforcement Board will conduct quasi-judicial hearings to determine if county code violations exist. The board will decide on correction timelines and potential fines or costs for property owners.
- Vacation rental license violations at 1031 35th Ave and 8740 Shore Ln
- Dune and sea turtle protection violations at 2150 S Highway A1A
- Site plan and landscape maintenance violations at 6560 20th St (City Furniture) and 5810 20th St (Panera Bread)
- Building permit violations at 3027 Golf View Dr, 2105 79th Ave, and 1850 38th St
- Sign violation at 600 6th Ave (Metro by T-Mobile)
MPO Technical Advisory Committee
The Indian River County MPO Technical Advisory Committee will meet on August 23, 2024 to approve minutes from May 31, 2024 and to discuss several transportation projects. Items include a feasibility study for the FEC railroad grade separation, an updated Federal Functional Classification map, and a proposed amendment to the Transportation Improvement Program. The committee will also receive a status report from MPO advisory committees and accept public comments.
- Approval of minutes from the May 31, 2024 meeting (action required)
- Presentation on the FEC Railroad Grade Separation Feasibility Study (action required)
- Consideration of the Updated Federal Functional Classification Map (action required)
- Consideration of the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) Amendment (action required)
- Status report of MPO advisory committees (no action required)
Public Safety Council for Criminal Justice, Mental Health & Substance Abuse
The Public Safety Council will meet to approve minutes from May 2024 and discuss an expansion to the SE Florida Behavioral Health Network Grant. The meeting is scheduled for August 23, 2024, in Vero Beach.
- Approval of May 24, 2024 minutes
- Expansion to SE Florida Behavioral Health Network Grant
- Public Safety Council meeting details
- Committee members' and chairman's matters
- Public discussion items
Board of County Commissioners
The Board will hear a staff presentation on the Utility Fee and Rate Modification Study for the Indian River County Department of Utility Services (Project ID 00.23.544). The presentation includes a schedule of proposed new utility rates and fees, a final utility rate study, and an impact fee study. Commissioners will have an opportunity to ask questions and provide comments. Standard agenda items such as a moment of silence, invocation, pledge of allegiance, public comments, and adjournment are also included.
- Presentation of the Utility Fee and Rate Modification Study (IRCDUS Project ID: 00.23.544)
- Review of the Schedule of Proposed New Utility Rates and Fees
- Discussion of the Utility Rate Study Final Report
- Review of the Impact Fee Study Final Report
- Board comments and questions on the utility study
Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board
The Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board will meet to review financial reports and assign a subcommittee for coordinator evaluation. The board will also receive updates on planning status and extended operating hours.
- Approval of May 23, 2024 meeting and annual public workshop minutes
- Review of Actual Expenditures Report for FY 2023/24
- Assignment of Community Transportation Coordinator (CTC) Evaluation Subcommittee
- Review of Progress Report and Reimbursement Invoice #4 for 2023/24 Planning Grant
- Gillig Low Floor Bus Demonstration
Tourist Development Council
The Tourist Development Council is meeting to receive a tourist tax revenue update. The council will also hear 2024-2025 budget presentations from two chambers of commerce.
- Tourist tax revenue update
- Indian River County Chamber of Commerce 2024-2025 Budget Presentation
- Sebastian River Area Chamber of Commerce 2024-2025 Budget Presentation
Board of County Commissioners
The Indian River County Board of Commissioners will vote on a range of items, including the approval of a replacement marine vessel for county use. The agenda also contains approvals for a state‑funded hazards analysis subgrant, several construction bids, and a direct purchase of a pedestrian bridge for the JRTC walking trail. Additional routine items such as consent agenda payments, utility allowance resolutions, and interlocal agreements will also be considered.
- Approval of Replacement Marine Vessel
- Approval of 2024‑2025 State Funded Subgrant Agreement to Update Hazards Analysis
- Award of Bid 2024056 for Trans Florida Rail Trail Boardwalk Repairs
- Award of Bid 2024051 for North County Park Restroom/Concession
- Approval of Direct Purchase of Pedestrian Bridge for JRTC Walking Trail Project
CSAC Grants Subcommittee
The Children's Services Advisory Committee Grant Subcommittee will meet to review survey results and recommendations for the FY 25/26 grant review process. The committee will also discuss current RFPs and approve minutes from previous meetings.
- Approval of minutes from May 30, June 5, June 6, and June 7, 2024
- Review of FY 24/25 Proposed Calendar
- Discussion of FY 25/26 Grant Review Process recommendations
- Review of Current RFPs for FY 25/26
Environmental Land Acquisition Panel
The Environmental Land Acquisition Panel is meeting to review new parcel applications and approve minutes from previous meetings. The session includes discussion items regarding bond consultants and staff comments.
- Review of new parcel applications
- Approval of June 18, 2024, and July 16, 2024, meeting minutes
- Discussion of bond consultant matters
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners is holding a special call meeting to conduct interviews for the position of County Attorney. The session includes candidate interviews and subsequent board deliberations.
- Interview of candidate Jennifer Shuler
- Interview of candidate Melany Crawford
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to consider a preliminary plat for the Songbird Vero Beach mobile home subdivision. The meeting is scheduled for 6:00 PM at the County Administration Building.
- Songbird Vero Beach: Preliminary Plat Approval for Mobile Home Subdivision
- Approval of prior meeting minutes
- Public comment opportunity for all agenda items
Children's Services Advisory Committee
The Children's Services Advisory Committee will consider routine items such as approving the June 14th, 2024 minutes and receiving reports from the Community Services Director, law enforcement, hospital district, and school district. They will review old business items including agency drawdown, teen program updates, contingency funds, childcare resources, grant software, and strategic plan models. The new business item is the approval of the FY 24/25 CSAC meeting calendar. Public comment will be heard before adjournment.
- Approval of minutes for June 14th, 2024
- Community Services Director report – introduction of coordinator, professional development, community forums, 3rd quarter report
- Law Enforcement Data Update by Sheriff Flowers
- Hospital District Data Update by Frank Isele
- Approval of FY 24/25 CSAC meeting calendar
Environmental Control Hearing Board
The Indian River County Environmental Control Hearing Board will hold its regular meeting, approve the draft minutes from June 6, 2024, and consider any additions or deletions to the agenda. The board will swear in individuals who intend to testify and conduct a hearing on case No. 603-24 involving Odessa Clark. After the hearing, the board will discuss other board matters before adjourning.
- Consideration of Draft Minutes June 6, 2024
- Additions‑Deletions to Agenda
- Swearing in of Those Who Intend to Testify
- Hearing of Case No. 603‑24 – Odessa Clark
- Board Matters Discussion
Local Mitigation Strategy Work Group
The Local Mitigation Strategy (LMS) Working Group is meeting to discuss the process for updating the multi-jurisdictional LMS Plan, which was last updated in 2020. The group will review organizational goals, hazard analyses, and the current Project Prioritization List.
- Overview of the LMS Plan update process
- Review of the current Project Prioritization List (PPL) to determine which projects stay or are removed
- Discussion of organization-specific mitigation goals and completed projects since 2020
- Review of survey questionnaires for upcoming public meetings
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Indian River County Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to approve minutes, consider a preliminary Planned Development plan for Spoonbill Preserve, and grant administrative permits for a pigeon kennel.
- Approval of June 13, 2024 minutes
- Spoonbill Preserve PD plan/Plat approval request
- Administrative permit for a non-commercial pigeon kennel
- Public comment opportunity required before actions
- Meeting adjournment no later than 11:00 PM
Code Enforcement Board
The Indian River County Code Enforcement Board will conduct evidentiary, compliance, and administrative hearings. The board will determine if code violations exist and set deadlines for correction and associated fines.
- Vacation rental license violations at 103 35th Ave and 1409 Waxwing Lane
- Right-of-way and stormwater drainage violations at 8550 Jungle Trail
- Building permit and dock violations at 3027 Golf View Dr
- Zoning, flood protection, and debris violations at 14550 111th St
- Junk vehicles and property maintenance violations at 1391 4th Ct and 6535 5th Pl
Environmental Land Acquisition Panel
The Environmental Land Acquisition Panel is meeting to review new parcel applications and approve minutes from the June 18, 2024, meeting. The panel will also discuss bond consultant matters and receive comments from staff and the chair.
- Review of new parcel applications
- Approval of June 18, 2024, meeting minutes
- Discussion of bond consultant matters
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners is conducting a budget workshop to review various county funds and departments. This includes reviewing the General Fund, Constitutional Officers, and several special districts. The Board will consider proposed changes to the tentative budget and move to adopt proposed millage rates.
- Review of proposed aggregate millage rate of 6.1198
- Public hearing for Solid Waste Disposal District
- Review of General Fund and Constitutional Officer budgets
- Discussion of Transportation, Emergency Services, and Enterprise Funds