12. Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy Committee Update

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1 TREASURE COAST REGIONAL PLANNING COUNCIL AGENDA July 15, :30 a.m. Wolf High Technology Center Indian River State College - Chastain Campus 2400 SE Salerno Road Stuart, FL Pledge of Allegiance 2. Roll Call 3. Agenda Approval 4. Announcements 5. Chairman s Comments 6. Council Member Update 7. Consent Agenda A. Disclosure of Voting Conflicts on Consent Agenda Items B. Public Comment on Remaining Consent Items C. Consent Agenda Items 1. Financial Report May 31, Minutes June 17, City of West Palm Beach Comprehensive Plan Amendment No. 16-1ESR 4. City of Port St. Lucie Comprehensive Plan Amendment No. 16-3ESR 8. Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year Florida Power & Light Company Ten Year Power Plant Site Plan Lake Okeechobee Watershed Project 11. Indian River Lagoon Economic Valuation Update Report 12. Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy Committee Update 13. All Aboard Florida Update 14. Public Comment 15. Staff Comment 16. Adjournment Agenda items are available on our website at Phone: (772) Fax: (772) admin@tcrpc.org Special Needs:Participants with special needs can be accommodated by calling the Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council at least 2 working days prior to the Meeting. We can be reached by phone at (772) , by fax at (772) , or by at admin@tcrpc.org.

2 TREASURE COAST REGIONAL PLANNING COUNCIL MEMBERS AND ALTERNATES MICHAEL DAVIS, Chairman JACQUI THURLOW-LIPPISCH, Vice Chairman REECE PARRISH, Secretary-Treasurer INDIAN RIVER COUNTY COMMISSIONER PETER O BRYAN Alternate Commissioner Joseph Flescher COMMISSIONER TIM ZORC VICE MAYOR RANDY OLD, City of Vero Beach Alternate Vice Mayor Jerome Adams, City of Sebastian COUNCILMEMBER HARRIS WEBBER Town of Orchid Alternate Mayor Joel Tyson, City of Fellsmere ST. LUCIE COUNTY COMMISSIONER PAULA LEWIS Alternate Commissioner Chris Dzadovsky COMMISSIONER TOD MOWERY Alternate Commissioner Kim Johnson COUNCILMAN RON BOWEN, City of Port St. Lucie Alternate Councilwoman Shannon Martin, City of Port St. Lucie COMMISSIONER THOMAS PERONA, City of Fort Pierce Alternate Commissioner Reginald Sessions, City of Fort Pierce MARTIN COUNTY COMMISSIONER JOHN HADDOX Alternate Commissioner Doug Smith COMMISSIONER ED FIELDING Alternate Commissioner Sarah Heard COMMISSIONER JACQUI THURLOW-LIPPISCH, Town of Sewall s Point Alternate Commissioner Peter Conze, Town of Jupiter Island PALM BEACH COUNTY VICE MAYOR HAL VALECHE Alternate Commissioner Melissa McKinlay COMMISSIONER PRISCILLA TAYLOR Alternate Commissioner Shelley Vana COMMISSIONER PAULETTE BURDICK Alternate Commissioner Steven L. Abrams MAYOR ANNE GERWIG, Wellington Alternate Commissioner Paula Ryan, City of West Palm Beach VICE MAYOR JEFF HMARA, Village of Royal Palm Beach COMMISSIONER MITCH KATZ, City of Delray Beach MAYOR MARCIE TINSLEY, City of Palm Beach Gardens Alternate Mayor Abby Brennan, Village of Tequesta MAYOR JAMES DUBOIS, Town of Lake Park Alternate Mayor David Norris, Village of North Palm Beach GUBERNATORIAL APPOINTEES DOUG BOURNIQUE, Indian River County MICHAEL HOUSTON, Martin County TOBIN OVERDORF, Martin County MICHAEL DAVIS, Palm Beach County PETER SACHS, Palm Beach County KELLY SMALLRIDGE, Palm Beach County MARK LLANO, Palm Beach County REECE PARRISH, St. Lucie County STEVEN M. WEAVER, SR., St. Lucie County EX-OFFICIOS ANN BENEDETTI, SJRWMD KATHY LAMARTINA, SFWMD LOIS BUSH, FDOT, Alternate LYNDA KOMPELIEN WESTIN, SFRTA JENNIFER SMITH, FDEP

3 DRAFT Subject to Modifications TREASURE COAST REGIONAL PLANNING COUNCIL M E M O R A N D U M To: Council Members AGENDA ITEM 6 From: Date: Subject: Staff July 15, 2016 Council Meeting Council Member Update Introduction The purpose of this agenda item is to give Council members an opportunity to provide a brief update on planning activities, issues of concern, and accomplishments in their local areas. The exchange of information is intended to: 1) allow members to learn and gain understanding from each other s experiences; and 2) help identify opportunities for working together on projects or legislative matters across the region. In addition to sharing information between counties and municipalities, the Council member updates will give the various legislative aides and representatives in attendance at Council meetings a snapshot of activities in the region from various perspectives. Council members are encouraged to provide a brief update at the meeting. Recommendation For informational purposes only.

4 DRAFT Subject to Modifications TREASURE COAST REGIONAL PLANNING COUNCIL M E M O R A N D U M To: Council Members AGENDA ITEM 7A From: Date: Subject: Staff July 15, 2016 Council Meeting Disclosure of Voting Conflicts on Consent Agenda Items Introduction Section , Florida Statutes, requires Council members to abstain from voting on any matter which they know would inure to their special private gain or loss. Special private gain or loss means an economic benefit or harm that would inure to the Council member, his or her relative, business associate, or principal. Certain exceptions and caveats to this definition, may or may not apply in any given case. Specific questions regarding the existence of a voting conflict in any specific case should be discussed with General Counsel prior to the Council meeting whenever possible. Consent Agenda Items are voted on in one motion since these matters are routine and noncontroversial, and are typically handled in the same fashion on a regular basis. If any individual Council member has a voting conflict on a Consent Agenda item, the item should be removed from the Consent Agenda and handled separately to allow the affected Council member to vote on remaining Consent Agenda items with which there is no voting conflict. When a voting conflict is identified on a Consent Agenda item, the Council member should publicly announce the nature of the conflict and have the item removed from the Consent Agenda to be handled separately. The rest of the Consent Agenda will then be moved with a single motion, as usual. Finally, the items that were removed from the Consent Agenda will be handled individually, with the affected Council member(s) abstaining. As with all voting conflict scenarios, the Council member with the voting conflict must fill out Form 8B Memorandum of Voting Conflict for County, Municipal, and Other Local Public Officers, and submit that to Council staff to be appended to the meeting minutes (see attached). Recommendation For Council Member information only Attachment

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7 DRAFT Subject to Modifications TREASURE COAST REGIONAL PLANNING COUNCIL M E M O R A N D U M To: Council Members AGENDA ITEM 7C1 From: Date: Staff July 15, 2016 Council Meeting Subject: Financial Report May 31, 2016 Attached are the following financial statements for May 31, 2016: Balance Sheet Revenue Report Expenditure Report Recommendation Council should review and accept this report and direct that it be filed. Attachments

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12 DRAFT Subject to Modifications TREASURE COAST REGIONAL PLANNING COUNCIL M E M O R A N D U M To: Council Members AGENDA ITEM 7C2 From: Date: Staff July 15, 2016 Council Meeting Subject: Minutes June 17, 2016 Introduction The Minutes of the June 17, 2016 Council meeting were posted to Council s website at Recommendation Council should approve the Minutes of the June 17, 2016 Council meeting. Attachment

13 MINUTES OF THE TREASURE COAST REGIONAL PLANNING COUNCIL JUNE 17, 2016 DRAFT Subject to Modifications Chairman Davis called the meeting to order at 9:40 a.m. and welcomed everyone to the meeting. He led the pledge of allegiance and requested roll call. The following members and alternates were present: Indian River County: Martin County: St. Lucie County: Palm Beach County: Gubernatorial Appointees: Ex-Officios: Council Staff: Commissioner Flescher, Alternate Vice Mayor Old Councilmember Webber Commissioner Haddox Commissioner Fielding Commissioner Lewis Commissioner Mowery Vice Mayor Valeche Commissioner Taylor Commissioner Burdick Mayor Gerwig Vice Mayor Hmara Mayor DuBois Mayor Brennan, Alternate Commissioner Ryan, Alternate Douglas Bournique Michael Davis Tobin Overdorf Reece Parrish Peter Sachs Steven Weaver, Sr. Ann Benedetti, St. Johns River Water Management District Kathryn Boer Michael Busha Phyllis Castro Kim DeLaney Liz Gulick Stephanie Heidt Dana Little Peter Merritt 1

14 DRAFT Subject to Modifications Council Attorney: Keith Davis The Executive Director announced a quorum is present. AGENDA APPROVAL Commissioner Fielding moved approval of the Agenda. Commissioner Haddox seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. Motion ANNOUNCEMENTS Staff provided a letter that was sent to Elizabeth Zimmerman with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. The letter was sent at the request of Council to get their guidance and recommendations for conducting a risk assessment or preparedness exercise to test the region s vulnerability, readiness and response to incidents involving the Florida East Coast (FEC) Railway and the St. Lucie Nuclear Power Plant. Staff indicated Council members will be updated on Ms. Zimmerman s response. As an addendum to Agenda Item 13, Treasure Coast Local Emergency Planning Committee Update, staff provided a list of the Treasure Coast Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) members. Staff stated Council has two very important committees, the LEPC, and the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) Committee. Staff noted the LEPC handles Council s emergency preparedness and hazardous materials responsibilities, and the CEDS committee helps frame many of the region s economic development policies and provides a framework for Council to work with economic development organizations around the region. CHAIRMAN S COMMENTS Chairman Davis stated Council s two priority issues for 2016 are water and housing. He noted at the last meeting the Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) gave a presentation on the Comprehensive Everglades Restoration Plan (CERP) and the Comprehensive Everglades Planning Project, and today the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) will be providing a presentation on water quality issues. With respect to housing, he stated there have been conversations with elected officials, local government officials, and community leaders regarding development of policies to address affordable and workforce housing. He stated he would like for Council to consider being a facilitator of a one-half to one day event that will center around meaningful conversation on current policies and if they are being implemented, and how policies can be developed or made more effective. He suggested Council should create a temporary committee on housing, asking for volunteers to help frame the working session being planned for October. Mayor Gerwig from the Village of Wellington noted she serves on the Housing Leadership Council, which does this type of work. She said she would like to put staff in touch with them. Chairman Davis stated he does not want to duplicate any efforts, but rather complement what is occurring at a larger scale. Mayor Gerwig said they will be a great partner in this effort. Commissioner Taylor stated Palm Beach County held a housing summit two week ago, and she suggested contacting 2

15 DRAFT Subject to Modifications county staff, because they are considering doing a larger meeting in October with experts coming from around the country. Councilmember Bournique noted this is a good idea and suggested part of this should address the type of houses being built. He stated the regional planning councils need to be steering individuals toward the right type of building materials to ensure housing can withstand major hurricanes. Chairman Davis asked for Council members who would like to participate to contact staff. COUNCIL MEMBER UPDATE Commissioner Fielding from Martin County noted Duane DeFreese, Executive Director of the Indian River Lagoon Council, is present and may want the opportunity to speak on the agenda item to support the 2016 Water Resources Development Act (WRDA). Commissioner Taylor from Palm Beach County stated the county has been working on getting a penny sales tax increase and are now at the place of trying to convince their citizens of the need for the tax. She stated the county is also concerned they are losing residents to St. Lucie County, because of the lack of affordable housing in Palm Beach County. Vice Mayor Valeche from Palm Beach County stated he is against the sales tax, because he believes it is overly complicated. Commissioner Taylor stated they should not be speaking on this issue in order to avoid any Sunshine Law violations. Commissioner Flescher from Indian River County agreed with Councilmember Bournique s comment on housing construction. He stated he was in law enforcement during Hurricanes Charley, Frances, and Jeanne and he has hundreds of pictures of sheared roofs, because they were not made of metal. He said roofing must be addressed. Commissioner Mowery from St. Lucie County stated they are also looking at a half cent sales tax. He noted everyone has been dealing with a lot of issues this week because of the shooting in Orlando, and they held an event the previous evening to honor the victims and those affected by the shooting. He said it is nice to see people coming together, and at these moments people need to pull together and look for reasonable solutions, re-examine purposes, and discuss how we can help make our communities better and stronger. Mayor Gerwig stated the village has an entirely new council working together and do visioning sessions. She said she may need some support with this, noting Council is always very helpful with this type of planning. Vice Mayor Hmara from the Village of Royal Palm Beach noted there has been a lot of discussion about having a multi-modal plan to handle the traffic for the additional 15,000 homes that have been approved for central Palm Beach County. He stated the discussion at the Palm Beach Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) meeting the previous day was to deal with the inevitable, which is who will pay the mobility/impact fees. He stated it is good to have these discussions not just at each municipality, but at the county and regional levels as well, and by having these discussions early, we may be able to develop a good plan and determine exactly what needs to be done. 3

16 DRAFT Subject to Modifications Mayor Brennan from the Village of Tequesta indicated the village has started the process of replacing water lines that are over 50 years old and wrapped in asbestos throughout the areas they service. She also noted the Town of Jupiter Inlet Colony is replacing old and installing new sewer lines. She indicated the village has begun repaving Tequesta Drive, which will include going from 6 lanes to 4 lanes and widening of the sidewalks. She stated there has been another incident of the Loxahatchee River Bridge not being able to go into the down position. She stated they cannot wait for problems to be addressed through the All Aboard Florida (AAF) project, noting the AAF engineering reports have proven the bridge is in trouble, because they are going to completely replace the bascule section as well as replace or repair sections of bridge. However, she said they are not sharing that engineering report, and have basically said they will not do anything they do not have to. She said the next step is to try to work with the FEC Railroad, because we do not want to have an incident where someone cannot get to the hospital, or a train derails over the Loxahatchee River. Mayor DuBois from the Town of Lake Park thanked staff for recently providing the town an update on all the rail projects. He noted in the Palm Beach Post today there is an interesting article on the Brewhouse Gallery. Commissioner Lewis from St. Lucie County stated they are moving forward with a referendum for a half cent sales tax, which will be on the November ballot. She stated there has been cooperation and support for this, and they did a survey where the need for water quality, infrastructure, and public safety improvements has been identified. She said they intend to be very specific with the projects that will be done over the next 20 years, and they will have a citizen s advisory board to guide the process. Ann Benedetti from the St. Johns River Water Management District indicated on Tuesday their governing board approved the staff cost-share program ranking of projects. She noted the original program was for $25 million to fund 49 projects, but at the meeting the board authorized another $5 million to fund another 10 projects. She stated the projects will address water supply, water quality, water conservation, and flood protection. She noted the two projects in Indian River County that were approved are the North Sebastian Phase 1 Septic to Sewer project, and the Osprey Acres Stormwater Park. She said all together the projects will conserve approximately 2 million gallons of water per day; develop 8 million gallons per day of alternative water supply; provide an estimated nutrient load reduction of 151,200 pounds of nitrogen and 22,400 of total phosphorous per year; and protect approximately 800 acres from flooding. Chairman Davis asked how Indian River County Council members who are interested in participating in the process can be eligible. Ms. Benedetti stated at various times throughout the fiscal year the District will announce a cost-share program. She stated there will be a pre-application meeting to help local government staff through the application process. She said requirements for the project include projects needs to be close to shovel-ready and have a completion date. They then have about a year to get the project started and underway. She said the District typically will put all the information on their site. Councilmember Bournique indicated he is a District board member, and he is very proud of this program that takes a tax allocation and multiplies it so they are really getting almost $100 million worth of water quality benefits. Chairman Davis asked Commissioner Flescher if he feels the county is properly engaged 4

17 DRAFT Subject to Modifications in this process. Commissioner Flescher indicated yes, stating they are proud of their existing projects. Commissioner Ryan from the City of West Palm Beach stated she wanted to follow-up on Vice Mayor Hmara s comments regarding the discussion at the MPO the previous day regarding mobility fees versus transportation fees. She indicated the city has been struggling with this for years and she is pleased to see they are starting to engage in more activity with Council, stating it is going to take a village to get the work accomplished. Staff noted Council has been engaged with the MPO and county staff looking at an impact fee ordinance to allow not just widening of roads, but to allow those fees to be used for improving walkability and the multi-modal nature of the county. Commissioner Ryan stated on Monday the city council will be voting to send out a request for qualifications for a consultant to do a mobility study for the city. She stated every community is different, but they are hoping to develop a policy with broader implications and can be used countywide. Chairman Davis stated he wanted to recognize the great work of the city s Downtown Development District and the efforts of their executive director who has put together evening events on walkability and complete streets, and done a good job of engaging the people downtown. None. PUBLIC COMMENT ON CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS CONSENT AGENDA Chairman Davis stated he needed to recuse himself from voting on the Consent Agenda, because his firm is involved with amendments on item 8H, Palm Beach County Comprehensive Plan Amendment No. 16-4ESR. There was discussion of whether he should recuse himself from the one item or the entire Consent Agenda. Mr. Keith Davis indicated he should just recuse himself from the one item that presents a conflict. Commissioner Mowery stated he would request Item 8H be removed for a separate vote. Commissioner Burdick moved approval of the Consent Agenda as amended. Mayor Gerwig seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. Motion Items remaining on the Consent Agenda were: 8A, Financial Report April 30, 2016; 8B, Minutes May 20, 2016; 8C, City of Fellsmere Comprehensive Plan Amendment No. 16-1ESR; 8D, Indian River County Comprehensive Plan Amendment No. 16-2ESR; 8E, Town of Jupiter Comprehensive Plan Amendment No. 16-1ER; 8F, Martin County Comprehensive Plan Amendment No. 16-1ESR; 8G, City of Port St. Lucie Comprehensive Plan Amendment No. 16-2ESR; 8I, Florida Division of Emergency Management Contract Agreement; 8J, Hazards Analysis Contract Agreement; and 8K, Intergovernmental Coordination and Review Log. PALM BEACH COUNTY COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 16-4ESR Commissioner Taylor moved approval of Palm Beach County Comprehensive Plan Amendment No. 16-4ESR. Commissioner Burdick seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. Motion 5

18 DRAFT Subject to Modifications HUMAN HEALTH CRITERIA SURFACE WATER QUALITY STANDARDS PRESENTATION BY FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION, DAVID WHITING, DEPUTY DIVISION DIRECTOR, WATER QUALITY STANDARDS PROGRAM Mr. Whiting provided an overview of the process FDEP is undertaking to update human healthbased water quality standards. He noted the human health-based water quality criteria are designed to protect the public from unacceptable levels of risk from exposure to chemicals, through ingesting fish and shellfish, as well as through drinking potable water from the state surface waters. He noted the water standards were last updated in 1992, with the current updates being done to incorporate new scientific information and methods, including national guidance published by the U.S. Department of Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Vice Mayor Valeche noted there is a problem with coliform bacteria in our water supply. He asked if the fish absorb this, what danger that poses to the population. Mr. Whiting stated they have been testing for fecal coliform bacteria, which are not necessarily pathogens, but rather indicators. He said bacteria are used to show higher concentrations of pathogens, because they are easier to detect in the water. Councilmember Overdorf suggested future presentations should be done without using the metric system. He stated EPA has said local analyses are better than setting a national standard. He asked if the EPA has provided FDEP with any funding for the analyses. Mr. Whiting stated not typically. Commissioner Fielding thanked Mr. Whiting. He stated the interim objective is Total Maximum Daily Loan (TMDL), but he would like to have a longer term objective, because periodically we realize pollutants may be causing greater adverse consequences than we realize. He stated he supports using TMDLs and the other statistical methodologies, but would like to see a tighter end result. He said we use TMDLs as a pathway to achieve elimination of the contributors in our waters, but not as an end result. He said we need to resist stepping back, and under this methodology the Department is loosening up on things. He said once we have achieved some level of diminishment, that may be a good thing, but for now we need to hold tight. Mr. Whiting said he does not disagree with the concept or the logic. He said FDEP has approached the revision to the criteria trying to maintain a scientific approach and trying not to make policy calls that would be less defensible in a court of law. Commissioner Burdick stated she has seen some negative articles about the new water quality standards and asked Mr. Whiting to define the word impaired and clarify some of the misinformation that is being reported. Mr. Whiting stated one thing being incorrectly reported is FDEP is increasing the amount of arsenic by a thousand fold. He stated FDEP is not updating the arsenic criteria. He said what appears to have happened is someone was looking at drinking water criteria and reported the results in milligrams per liter, and another report was done in micrograms per liter, so it was reported FDEP was increasing arsenic criteria by a thousand fold, when it was just a different unit of measure. He defined impaired as not meeting its designated use. He said all of the water standards are assigned a designated use, with Class III for fishable, swimmable, and supporting a healthy aquatic ecosystem; Class II is for shellfish harvesting; and Class I being a potable drinking water source. He said to be impacted means the contamination levels are above the 6

19 DRAFT Subject to Modifications level for the particular use. Commissioner Burdick asked if the public should stay out of that water and refrain from eating the fish from that water. Mr. Whiting stated it depends on the impairment and the use of that water. Staff noted Council members, as policy makers, need to understand the FDEP s process from now until adoption. Mr. Whiting said there has been a public comment period, which closed on June 2 nd. He said they are still receiving comments and they are working to incorporate the comments. He said they will then go before the Florida Environmental Regulatory Commission at their next meeting to propose criteria. He said they do not currently have a date for this, but it could be this summer or in the fall. Staff requested Council members make sure their utility directors are plugged into this process, because it is changing drinking water quality standards and surface water standards, so there may be some water treatment changes. TRANSIT-ORIENTED DEVELOPMENT PILOT PROGRAM AGREEMENT WITH SOUTH FLORIDA REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY Staff indicated this item is to request Council authorization to enter into an agreement with the South Florida Regional Transportation Authority to accept $1.2 million in grant funds that have been awarded to the region to assist in planning along the Tri-Rail Coastal Link corridor. Staff noted Council will be responsible for stationary planning activities totaling approximately $860,000 to be split among various projects that will be identified by local governments. Staff noted the South Florida Regional Council will be doing a corridor length analysis for this project, and Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council staff will play a support role for those activities. Staff stated it is expected the agreement will be finalized in July. Commissioner Taylor moved approval of the staff recommendation. Commissioner Fielding seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. Motion RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF THE 2016 WATER RESOURCES DEVELOPMENT ACT Chairman Davis stated at the last meeting the presentation by the Corps discussed the process for how their projects are authorized by Congress, which has historically been done biennially through WRDA. He noted over the last decade and a half, the funding has not been done every two years. He stated WRDA is an important piece of legislation that authorizes a variety of projects done by the Corps such as CERP, flood protection, and navigation projects. He noted WRDA is a two-step authorization process, with the first step in the process being legislature that authorizes the project, and the second step producing a separate piece of legislation for appropriating funding for the project. He noted WRDA of 2016 is moving through Congress and there is a chance it will be on the Senate floor before July 4 th, but it is more likely nothing will happen until after Labor Day. He encouraged Council members to approve the draft staff resolution in support of WRDA of Commissioner Fielding moved approval of the resolution. Commissioner Burdick seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. Motion 7

20 DRAFT Subject to Modifications MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH THE INDIAN RIVER LAGOON COUNCIL INDIAN RIVER LAGOON NATIONAL ESTUARY PROGRAM Staff gave an overview of proposed memorandum of understanding (MOU), which will foster coordination, cooperation, and the sharing of resources and information between Council and the Indian River Lagoon (IRL) Council. Staff noted that under the MOU, the parties agree to cooperatively work together to improve communication and provide technical assistance and mutual support towards accomplishing their shared goals related to a healthy, sustainable Indian River Lagoon. Dr. De Freese stated the MOU is not just symbolic, noting the League of Cities in Volusia, the Treasure Coast, and Space Coast have all passed a compact to work together. He said this is the first time in 25 years where he sees not just leadership, but action at the city and county levels and looking at things regionally. He noted the IRL Council office is set up in Sebastian, because it is centrally located for the 5 counties, 50 cities, and 1.7 million residents it represents. He thanked Council for the offer of support, noting many of the water quality issues in the lagoon relate to growth management. He said we have the opportunity to re-think our entire region as it relates to our communities and how they grow and prosper, and how they are connected to the lagoon. Commissioner Fielding moved approval of the memorandum of understanding. Councilmember Bournique seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. Motion TREASURE COAST LOCAL EMERGENCY PLANNING COMMITTEE UPDATE Staff provided an overview of Council s emergency management program that works with the region s local emergency management directors and planners to ensure that both locally and regionally first responders are prepared for any disaster. Staff noted the LEPC is primarily made up of first responders and others such as planners, the media, elected officials, and state agency representatives. The main job of the LEPC is to make sure there is coordination and collaboration between local, regional, state and federal partners. Additionally, Council s LEPC serves as the regional repository for information related to extremely hazardous substances. Staff noted Council is not a regulatory body, but rather staff is tasked with ensuring compliance with reporting requirements, and coordinating information between the first responder agencies. Staff indicated the LEPC program areas include: a State Homeland Security grant program; hazardous materials emergency preparedness; hazards analysis; evacuation and post-disaster redevelopment planning; and local mitigation strategy planning. Staff also noted that in 2010 the regional planning councils were tasked with doing regional evacuation plans state-wide. These plans use an all hazards approach to disaster by using consistent methodologies for evacuation and transportation analyses. Chairman Davis stated this program is of great value to our communities and we need to make sure the public is aware of this program. Councilmember Weaver noted there are 30 to 40 people on the committee, but he has noticed some municipalities and organizations are not included. He stated it is good FEC has come to meetings, but he noticed they, as well as Florida Power and Light (FPL) Company, do not have a standing committee member. Staff indicated there are areas that are not filled, and both FEC and FPL have been invited. Also, Council staff works closely with FPL on a regular basis to exchange 8

21 DRAFT Subject to Modifications information. Staff noted Commissioner McKinlay from Palm Beach County has been nominated as a primary member, and when she is appointed in July will be the committee s first elected official. Staff noted CSX has also been extended an invitation, and Florida Department of Transportation staff regularly attend meetings. Staff stated a local category has been added, which can be used for an education or safety representative. Councilmember Weaver noted several coastal communities and communities along the rail corridor, such as Jensen Beach and Fort Pierce, are not involved on the committee. He said to be comprehensive and truly represent the region it seems there should be more diverse representation. Staff noted it is desirable to have as many representatives as possible, stating although the LEPC s main mission is planning and training of first responders, community outreach and education are part of the mission. Staff stated participation and attending the meetings is open, noting there will be a full-scale exercise in March of 2017 that will include a large number of volunteers and participants from the public. Councilmember Weaver asked if there is an exofficio for the committee. Staff noted there is no category of ex-officio, but individuals can be nominated or be appointed by the State Emergency Response Commission. Mayor DuBois asked if the LEPC does emergency planning using Tier II reports. Staff stated planning does take into account information from Tier II reports. Staff added some facilities who carry a large amount of chemicals have also been invited to participate in exercises. ALL ABOARD FLORIDA UPDATE Staff indicated construction activity to double track and install safety equipment continues from West Palm Beach to Miami, and all local governments in Palm Beach County are positioned to establish quiet zones when the construction is complete. For the northern portion of the project, staff indicated all the local governments have received their 100 percent drawings for safety improvements. Council staff and MPO staff are working with the local governments from West Palm Beach north to Tequesta to evaluate what is necessary to establish quiet zones once AAF publishes a construction schedule for that phase of the project. Staff noted the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) will be coming to meet with individual local governments in July, and staff will continue to update Council on those meetings. Staff indicated there have been recent requests from St. Lucie County to re-initiate a discussion with FRA s legal staff regarding indemnification and other legal issues related to quiet zones. Staff stated they will be reaching out to all local governments in the region to see if there are other legal questions to include in the discussions with FRA. With respect to marine navigation, staff noted there have been initial discussions to have the Jupiter Inland District (JID) apply for a Transportation Investment Generating Economic Recovery federal grant. It has been determined this is not appropriate and now JID is seeking a Florida Inland Navigation District grant to accomplish the improvements needed on the Loxahatchee River Bridge. Councilmember Weaver asked if the 100 percent construction drawings include the cross sections of the sealed corridor for the downtown areas. Staff indicated they do not include this even though there have been several requests for this information. Staff noted the plans are limited to physical infrastructure improvements at the grade crossings. Commissioner Flescher asked if there has been any news on the Railroad Rehabilitation & Improvement Financing loan. Staff stated there has been no recent action taken, but the loan 9

22 DRAFT Subject to Modifications remains active as an option for financing. Staff also stated the private activities bonds also remain as a financing option. Mayor Brennan noted for the Village of Tequesta to get quiet zones, 2 of their 3 crossings will need to be designated in Palm Beach County, and the other is split between Martin and Palm Beach counties. She asked staff how this will be handled. Staff stated Palm Beach MPO has taken very clear actions to prioritize quiet zones wherever possible. It is staff s understanding, based on guidance from FRA, it will take a coordinated effort between the village and Martin County to establish a quiet zone at that crossing. Mayor Brennan asked if the Palm Beach MPO will be able to fund the quiet zone, and if Martin County has said they will include that in their funding. Staff stated we cannot presume the actions of the Palm Beach MPO, but funding would be consistent with MPO precedent to fund those improvements for the benefit of county residents. PUBLIC COMMENT With respect to hazardous waste, Drew Martin noted there is a proposal to run liquefied natural gas along the FEC line. He stated this gas is extremely cold and when it warms up it can explode in a devastating way. He stated this is something that needs to be addressed by Council, and requested a presentation on this and this be included in all emergency plans. He stated he attended a meeting in Stuart regarding the surface water quality standards, noting it is a lot of very complicated science that is being done by companies who manufacture the chemicals. He said a lot of the chemicals have to do with fracking getting into the surface water, noting some of those chemicals can be carcinogenic and they go into the water catchment area. He said this will impact the ability to send water south. He said a lot of the problems being experienced in the Indian River Lagoon are because the water cannot be transferred south due to the agricultural uses in the area that was originally a flood plain, or river of grass. He said no matter how many people argue the law permits this, which it does to guarantee flood protection, it is still causing a problem, because there is no natural connection between the St. Lucie River, Lake Okeechobee, and the Indian River Lagoon. He stated this is artificial and is done strictly to drain the lake. He stated the Avenir project will have a tremendous effect on North Lake Boulevard. He stated this should be a development of regional impact, because it is not just a Palm Beach Gardens issue, but one that will affect the whole area. He stated the county will end up paying for the roads, and asked if Council would request a detailed presentation of this project. Jay O Laughlin indicated he retired to Hobe Sound a year-and-a-half ago and lives near the Indian River Lagoon. He stated he is attending the meeting at the request of Commissioner Conze, whom he works with on the board of directors of the Guardians of Martin County. He noted he also serves on the Science Technology Engineering and Monitory advisory committee of the IRL Council. He thanked Dr. De Freese and Council for recognizing the value of the IRL Council and its potential to do work with the MOU. None. STAFF COMMENT 10

23 DRAFT Subject to Modifications ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, Chairman Davis adjourned the meeting at 11:40 a.m. This signature is to attest that the undersigned is the Secretary or a designated nominee of the Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council, and that the information provided herein is the true and correct Minutes of the June 17, 2016 meeting of the Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council. Date Signature 11

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26 DRAFT Subject to Modifications TREASURE COAST REGIONAL PLANNING COUNCIL M E M O R A N D U M To: Council Members AGENDA ITEM 7C3 From: Date: Subject: Staff July 15, 2016 Council Meeting Local Government Comprehensive Plan Review Draft Amendment to the City of West Palm Beach Comprehensive Plan Amendment No. 16-1ESR Introduction The Community Planning Act, Chapter 163, Florida Statutes, requires that the regional planning council review local government comprehensive plan amendments prior to their adoption. The regional planning council review and comments are limited to adverse effects on regional resources or facilities identified in the strategic regional policy plan (SRPP) and extrajurisdictional impacts that would be inconsistent with the comprehensive plan of any affected local government within the region. Council must provide any comments to the local government within 30 days of the receipt of the proposed amendments and must also send a copy of any comments to the state land planning agency. The amendment package from the City of West Palm Beach contains a text amendment to the Future Land Use (FLU) Element of the comprehensive plan. This report includes a summary of the proposed amendment and Council comments. Summary of Proposed Amendment The proposed amendment is to revise the text in Policy of the FLU Element regarding allowance of commercial uses within the Multifamily FLU designation. Currently, the Multifamily FLU designation is intended for parcels best suited for multifamily residential use ranging in density from to dwelling units per acre. In addition to the residential uses, the Multifamily FLU designation also allows limited commercial uses that do not occupy more than five percent of the total project square footage if they: a) are located within a Planned Development district; b) are designed for the convenience of the residents and are neighborhood serving commercial uses; and c) are vertically integrated with the residential uses. The proposed change is to remove the convenience and neighborhood serving language and replace it with language indicating non-residential uses be compatible with the residential project and surrounding neighborhood. The city staff report indicates the proposed change offers greater

27 DRAFT Subject to Modifications flexibility and allows additional non-residential uses to be considered within the Multifamily FLU designation, while maintaining compatibility and scale with respect to surrounding uses. Regional Impacts No adverse effects on regional resources or facilities have been identified. Extrajurisdictional Impacts The city has indicated the proposed amendment was sent to the Palm Beach County Intergovernmental Plan Amendment Review Committee Clearinghouse Coordinator on May 10, Conclusion No adverse effects on regional resources or facilities and no extrajurisdictional impacts have been identified. Recommendation Council should approve this report and authorize its transmittal to the City of West Palm Beach and the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity. Attachments 2

28 List of Exhibits Exhibit 1 General Location Map 2 Text Changes in Underline and Strikethrough Format

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33 DRAFT Subject to Modifications TREASURE COAST REGIONAL PLANNING COUNCIL M E M O R A N D U M To: Council Members AGENDA ITEM 7C4 From: Date: Subject: Staff July 15, 2016 Council Meeting Local Government Comprehensive Plan Review Draft Amendment to the City of Port St. Lucie Comprehensive Plan Amendment No. 16-3ESR Introduction The Community Planning Act, Chapter 163, Florida Statutes, requires that the regional planning council review local government comprehensive plan amendments prior to their adoption. The regional planning council review and comments are limited to adverse effects on regional resources or facilities identified in the strategic regional policy plan (SRPP) and extrajurisdictional impacts that would be inconsistent with the comprehensive plan of any affected local government within the region. Council must provide any comments to the local government within 30 days of the receipt of the proposed amendments and must also send a copy of any comments to the state land planning agency. The amendment package from the City of Port St. Lucie contains proposed changes to the text of the Future Land Use Element, Transportation Element, and several maps in the comprehensive plan. This report includes a summary of the proposed amendment and Council comments. Summary of Proposed Amendment The amendment package proposes several changes to the comprehensive plan. The changes are primarily related to recent amendments to the development order for the Riverland/Kennedy Development of Regional Impact (DRI). These changes are summarized below: Future Land Use Element Revise the Conceptual Master Plan map for Riverland/Kennedy New Community Development (NCD) District to reflect recent changes to the Riverland/Kennedy DRI master plan. These changes removed 15 acres in the northeastern corner of the property and replaced this with a residential designation.

34 DRAFT Subject to Modifications Revise Objective and Policy to remove the reference to the Annexation Agreement, dated July 19, 2004, as amended. The city staff report indicates that this reference is being removed to reduce the possibility of internal inconsistencies within the comprehensive plan, because the Annexation Agreement may be amended over time. Revise Policy to indicate the allocation of land uses in the Riverland/Kennedy DRI is now 166 acres of Neighborhood/Village Commercial Areas, 367 acres of Mixed- Use, and 3,095 acres of Residential. These changes reflect recent changes to the development order for the Riverland/Kennedy DRI. Revise Policy to delete subsections a through f addressing transportation improvements, because these improvements have either already been completed or are addressed in Table 2-9, 2035 Cost Feasible Projects Roadway Needs Assessment ( ). Transportation Element Revise Table 2-8, Roadway Needs Assessment, and Table 2-9, 2035 Cost Feasible Projects Roadway Needs Assessment ( ), to reflect that E/W 2 roadway will extend from Community Boulevard to Village Parkway. The segment of E/W 2 roadway from N/S A to Community Boulevard was previously removed from the Riverland/Kennedy DRI master plan. Maps Revise several maps to remove the segment of E/W 2 noted above, and N/S BC, which extended from Paar Drive to Becker Road between N/S B and Community Boulevard. These roadway segments were previously deleted from the Riverland/Kennedy DRI master plan. Therefore, these segments are proposed to be deleted from the following maps: Regional Impacts o Map FLU-2b Vacant Lands o Map TRN-2 Future Number of Lanes o Map TRN-3a Future Functional Class o Map TRN-11 Existing/Future Transportation (2035) o Map TRN-12 SW Annexation Area Roadway Plan Previous correspondence from Council staff details concerns related to the proposal to eliminate the rights-of-way for E/W 2 and N/S BC (Exhibit 10). The SRPP calls for a network of streets and a regional transportation system that integrates different modes of travel into one balanced system that supports community goals, enhances urban life, increases mobility, and provides for the safe and efficient movement of goods and people. The proposal to eliminate the rights-ofway for E/W 2 and N/S BC is inconsistent with the following regional policies: 2

35 DRAFT Subject to Modifications Policy : Reserve and protect sufficient road right-of-way on the regional roadway network to provide for an efficient multi-modal transportation system. Policy : Develop a regional roadway system of predictably spaced and interconnected east-west, north-south streets. Ideally, streets should be spaced every onequarter to one-half mile to offer multiple route choices, disperse traffic, and discourage local travel on interstates and arterials. Policy : Encourage patterns and forms of development and redevelopment that maximize public transportation alternatives, minimize the use of the region s collector and arterial roadway network, and reduce the total amount of daily vehicle miles traveled. Policy : Plan and design new development and redevelopment to provide complementary interconnections for pedestrians and public transportation within and between residential areas, schools, employment and retail centers, recreational areas and other public facilities. Extrajurisdictional Impacts Council requested comments on July 1, 2016 from local governments and organizations expressing an interest in reviewing the proposed amendment. No extrajurisdictional impacts have been identified. Conclusion Council recommends the rights-of-way for the segments of E/W 2 and N/S BC remain in the comprehensive plan. These roads provide a strong framework for a well-defined network of streets. Ideally, the plan should have a network of streets spaced every ¼ to ½ mile to improve public safety and options for transit and other modes of transportation. Maintaining the existing rights-of-way for these roadways provides a good basis for establishing a finer grain network of streets. Such a network will achieve a more sustainable community design and better-contribute to meeting the long-term transportation needs of this area of the city. Recommendation Council should approve this report and authorize its transmittal to the City of Port St. Lucie and the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity. Attachments 3

36 List of Exhibits Exhibit 1 General Location Map 2 Existing Conceptual Master Plan for Riverland/Kennedy NCD District 3 Proposed Conceptual Master Plan for Riverland/Kennedy NCD District 4 Text Changes in Underline and Strikethrough Format 5 Map FLU-2b Vacant Lands Proposed Changes 6 Map TRN-2 Future Number of Lanes Proposed Changes 7 Map TRN-3a Future Functional Class Proposed Changes 8 Map TRN-11 Existing/Future Transportation (2035) Proposed Changes 9 Map TRN-12 SW Annexation Area Roadway Plan Proposed Changes 10 Letter from TCRPC April 21, Letter from TCRPC June 8, 2016

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55 DRAFT Subject to Modifications TREASURE COAST REGIONAL PLANNING COUNCIL M E M O R A N D U M To: Council Members AGENDA ITEM 8 From: Date: Council s Budget/Personnel Committee July 15, 2016 Council Meeting Subject: Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year Introduction The proposed budget for fiscal year (FY) is scheduled for adoption by Council at the July 15, 2016 meeting. Council is required to have an approved budget on or before the July Council meeting for the FY that begins on October 1 st of each year. The Budget/Personnel Committee has the responsibility to review the proposed budget and present a recommendation to Council for action at the July meeting. Members of the Budget/Personnel Committee met on Wednesday, July 6, 2016 to discuss Council s proposed budget for FY Committee members in attendance were Commissioner Ed Fielding, Commissioner Paula Lewis, Councilmember Reece Parrish, Commissioner Peter O Bryan, and Commissioner Priscilla Taylor. Council staff members in attendance were Michael Busha, Peter Merritt, and Liz Gulick. Background The proposed budget reflects a 0.1 percent decrease from the prior year budget. Modifications to revenues and expenditures in the proposed budget are primarily related to the completion of several contracts, addition of new project contracts, and changes in staffing. Sufficient funding to support a merit increase for staff of three percent is built into this year s budget. A comparison of the adopted FY and proposed FY budgets is provided for both Revenues (Table 1) and Expenditures (Table 2). Also included are the latest population figures for each county and the calculation of local government dues (Table 3), and the proposed holiday schedule for FY (Table 4). The narrative following the tables summarizes each revenue and expense category in the proposed budget. Recommendation Council should approve the proposed budget for Fiscal Year Attachments

56 DRAFT Subject to Modifications Acronym List CRA FDEM DRI EDA EPA FARB FDOT HMEP LEPC MPO PBC PBCSD SARA SFRC SFRTA SLC TCRPC TOD Community Redevelopment Agency Florida Division of Emergency Management Development of Regional Impact U.S. Economic Development Administration U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Fixed Asset Replacement Budget Florida Department of Transportation Hazardous Materials Emergency Preparedness Local Emergency Planning Committee Metropolitan Planning Organization Palm Beach County Palm Beach County School District Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act South Florida Regional Council South Florida Regional Transportation Authority St. Lucie County Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council Transit-Oriented Development 2

57 TABLE 1 DRAFT Subject to Modifications TCRPC PROPOSED BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR REVENUES Adopted Proposed Revenue Source Change Percent STATE FDEM-SARA Title III (LEPC) 50,750 59,000 8,250 SLC - Hazards Analysis 4,449 6,837 2,388 SLC Small Quantity Generator Project 15,500 19,330 3,830 Hernando Hazards Analysis 17,778 - (17,778) SLC Local Mitigation Plan Strategy 2,666 - (2,666) Regional Full-Scale Exercise 17,000 23,000 6,000 Subtotal 108, , % FEDERAL HMEP-Training 53,704 52,000 (1,704) HMEP-Planning 22,921 23, EDA Planning 61,451 10,000 (51,451) EDA Capacity Grant 10,000 - (10,000) EPA - Revolving Loan Fund Management 9,720 10, EPA - Brownfields Assessment Grant 87, , ,309 FDOT Land Use & Transportation Study 70,657 50,000 (20,657) Subtotal 316, ,200 42, % 3

58 TABLE 1 (continued) DRAFT Subject to Modifications TCRPC PROPOSED BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR REVENUES Adopted Proposed Revenue Source Change Percent LOCAL PBC-MPO Planning 146, ,000 3,441 SFRTA Planning 100, ,000 - TOD Pilot Planning Project - 430, ,000 Riviera Beach CRA Planning Services 6,740 10,000 3,260 Delray Beach Planning Services 5,000 - (5,000) Boynton Beach Planning Services 23,500 - (23,500) Fellsmere EDA Grant Management 14,000 - (14,000) North Palm Beach Community Master Plan 190,000 - (190,000) Lake Clark Shores Master Plan 50,000 - (50,000) Lake Clark Shores Finding of Necessity 20,000 - (20,000) Town of Jupiter / Indiantown Road Study 64,700 - (64,700) Indian River Lagoon Economic Study 100,000 - (100,000) Tequesta Town Planning Services 8,000 - (8,000) Boca Raton 20th Street Planning 5,000 20,000 15,000 PBCSD Adult Community Education Center 1,500 - (1,500) SFRC Coastal Resiliency 5,000 10,000 5,000 Lakeland Charrette 225,000 25,500 (199,500) Chain of Lakes Blueways Project - 211, ,900 C-51 Boatlift 25,000 - (25,000) Dania Beach TOD Charrette 25,000 - (25,000) Subtotal 1,014, ,400 (57,599) -5.7% LOCAL DUES Palm Beach County 584, ,719 7,817 Martin County 63,892 64, St. Lucie County 121, ,732 2,119 Indian River County 60,611 61,630 1,019 Subtotal 831, ,608 11, % MISCELLANEOUS DRI Fees 2,500 2,500 - Interest 1,000 1,000 - Miscellaneous 1,000 1,000 - Subtotal 4,500 4, % TOTAL $2,275,004 $2,271,875 ($3,129) -0.1% 4

59 TABLE 2 DRAFT Subject to Modifications TCRPC PROPOSED BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR EXPENDITURES Adopted Proposed Spending Category Change Percent Salaries 808, ,000 50, % Benefits 360, ,000 34, % Occupancy Expenses 8,000 10,000 2, % Insurance 22,000 22, Brownfields Insurance 3,000 3, Equipment Maintenance 18,000 18, Office Supplies & Expenses 50,000 50, Graphics 2,000 2, Copying 24,000 24, Telephone 15,000 15, Postage 5,000 5, Travel 70,000 70, Dues & Memberships 32,000 32, Training & Conferences 7,500 10,000 2, % Education 2,500 2, Library & Publications Legal Advertising 2,500 2, Legal Fees 25,000 25, Audit Fees 11,500 11, Utilities 12,000 12, Note Principal 86,624 84,391 (2,233) -2.6% Note Interest 49,565 47,908 (1,657) -3.3% Subtotal 1,614,689 1,699,299 84, % Consultants - Planning 640, ,576 (87,739) -13.7% Subtotal 2,255,004 2,251,875 (3,129) -0.1% Capital Outlay 15,000 15, Capital Outlay-Bldg (FARB) 5,000 5, Total $2,275,004 $2,271,875 ($3,129) -0.1% 5

60 DRAFT Subject to Modifications TABLE 3 TREASURE COAST REGIONAL PLANNING COUNCIL LOCAL MEMBER CONTRIBUTIONS FISCAL YEAR County Population Local Dues* Palm Beach 1,378,417 $592,719 Martin 150,062 64,527 St. Lucie 287, ,732 Indian River 143,326 61,630 TOTAL 1,959,554 $842,608 * Local dues are charged at a rate of $0.43 per capita. 6

61 TABLE 4 DRAFT Subject to Modifications TREASURE COAST REGIONAL PLANNING COUNCIL HOLIDAY SCHEDULE Veteran's Day Friday, November 11, 2016 Thanksgiving Day Thursday, November 24, 2016 Day after Thanksgiving Friday, November 25, 2016 Christmas Eve Friday, December 23, 2016 Christmas Day Monday, December 26, 2016 New Years Day Monday, January 2, 2017 Martin Luther King Day* Monday, January 16, 2017 President's Day* Monday, February 20, 2017 Memorial Day Monday, May 29, 2017 Independence Day Tuesday, July 4, 2017 Labor Day Monday, September 4, 2017 Two Personal Days** * Staff has the option of taking either Martin Luther King Day or President s Day. ** Staff receives a total of 12 holidays, which includes two personal days. Personal days must be taken before September 30,

62 NARRATIVE ON REVENUES DRAFT Subject to Modifications TABLE 1 summarizes and compares Council revenues budgeted for FY with the proposed budget for FY Following is a line-by-line discussion of revenues: STATE Current Proposed Change $108,143 $108,167 $24 The proposed change represents a slight increase. The change in revenue is the result of the completion of two projects and the addition of several new projects. Various contracts for Council services are typically secured after Council s initial budgeting period. FEDERAL Current Proposed Change $316,344 $359,200 $42,856 The proposed change represents an increase of 13.5 percent. The increase in revenue is primarily related to a three-year Brownfield Assessment Grant. LOCAL Current Proposed Change $1,014,999 $957,400 ($57,599) The proposed change represents a decrease of 5.7 percent. The decrease in revenue reflects the completion of several large contracts at the end of FY Various contracts for services are typically secured after Council s initial budgeting period. LOCAL DUES Current Proposed Change $831,018 $842,608 $11,590 The proposed change represents an increase of 1.4 percent. The increase in revenue reflects the use of 2015 population estimates to determine local member contributions (Table 3). Local dues are charged at a rate of $0.43 per capita. 8

63 MISCELLANEOUS DRAFT Subject to Modifications Current Proposed Change $4,500 $4,500 $0 No change. The miscellaneous category includes DRI revenues, interest, publication sales, and projected revenue. TOTAL REVENUE Current Proposed Change $2,275,004 $2,271,875 ($3,129) The budget reflects a 0.1 percent decrease in net revenue. 9

64 DRAFT Subject to Modifications NARRATIVE ON EXPENDITURES TABLE 2 summarizes and compares Council expenditures budgeted for FY with the proposed budget for FY Following is a line-by-line discussion of expenditures: Salaries Current Proposed Change $808,000 $858,000 $50,000 The proposed change represents a 6.2 percent increase due to staffing changes and sufficient funding to support a merit increase for staff of three percent. Benefits Current Proposed Change $360,000 $394,000 $34,000 The proposed change represents a 9.4 percent increase due to staffing changes, a three percent merit increase for staff, and an anticipated increase in health insurance premiums. Benefit expenditures include employee health insurance, Social Security and Medicare expenses, and retirement plan funding. Occupancy Expenses Current Proposed Change $8,000 $10,000 $2,000 The proposed change represents an increase of 25 percent due to higher costs for storage and meeting room rental. Included in this category is the archive of files and expense for meeting room space. Insurance Current Proposed Change $22,000 $22,000 $0 No change. Included in this category are automobile, liability, property, equipment, and workers' compensation insurance. 10

65 DRAFT Subject to Modifications Brownfield s Insurance Current Proposed Change $3,000 $3,000 $0 No change. This category represents an insurance policy to cover potential liability associated with work performed and management associated with Council s EPA Brownfields grant and loan program. Equipment Maintenance Current Proposed Change $18,000 $18,000 $0 No change. This category covers repair and maintenance of office equipment such as computers, printers, plotters, scanners, server, etc. Office Supplies & Expenses Current Proposed Change $50,000 $50,000 $0 No change. This category includes expenses under $1,000 for items such as common office supply materials, computer software/upgrades, janitorial service, pest control, landscaping service, office furniture, file cabinets, etc. Graphics Current Proposed Change $2,000 $2,000 $0 No change. This category includes digital imaging, color printing, and the enlargement of maps and drawings. Copying Current Proposed Change $24,000 $24,000 $0 No change. This category covers the expenses related to copying and reproduction of all correspondence, publications, and documents produced by Council, as well as the monthly expense of Council s copy machine lease. 11

66 DRAFT Subject to Modifications Telephone Current Proposed Change $15,000 $15,000 $0 No change. This category covers the cost of the computer line, cell phones, air cards, conference calls, and day-to-day phone costs. The phone and computer expense primarily reflect fixed costs. Postage Current Proposed Change $5,000 $5,000 $0 No change. This category covers the cost of postage and express document shipping. Travel Current Proposed Change $70,000 $70,000 $0 No change. This category includes the cost of employee travel to meetings and off-site charrette locations. Dues & Membership Current Proposed Change $32,000 $32,000 $0 No change. This category covers Council's membership and voting representation in the statewide organization of the Florida Regional Councils Association and the National Association of Regional Councils. Training & Conferences Current Proposed Change $7,500 $10,000 $2,500 The proposed change represents a 33.3 percent increase in costs for conferences and training first responders. This category includes the cost of attending or hosting conferences. Attendance is often a contract requirement and is paid for out of contract funds. Travel and other expenses for these conferences are included in this category. 12

67 DRAFT Subject to Modifications Education Current Proposed Change $2,500 $2,500 $0 No change. This category covers job-related courses and accredited seminars. Library & Publications Current Proposed Change $500 $500 $0 No change. This category covers books and professional publications for Council and staff. Legal Advertising Current Proposed Change $2,500 $2,500 $0 No change. This category covers required advertising costs for regular and committee meetings in Florida Administrative Weekly. Legal Fees Current Proposed Change $25,000 $25,000 $0 No change. This category covers the cost of Council's Attorney. Audit Fees Current Proposed Change $11,500 $11,500 $0 No change. This category covers the cost of the Council's Annual Audit. Utilities Current Proposed Change $12,000 $12,000 $0 No change. This category covers the cost of the electric, water, sewer, and trash/recycling collection services. 13

68 DRAFT Subject to Modifications Note Principal Current Proposed Change $86,624 $84,391 ($2,233) The proposed change represents a decrease of 2.6 percent. This change is the result of a renegotiated loan effective April 2016 with a more favorable rate. This category covers the expense of servicing the revenue note with TD Bank, the proceeds of which were used by Council to build its office building in Note Interest Current Proposed Change $49,565 $47,908 ($1,657) The proposed change represents a decrease of 3.3 percent. This change is due to lower payments associated with the renegotiated loan with a more favorable rate effective April This category covers the cost of servicing the revenue note with TD Bank, the proceeds of which were used by Council to build its office building in Consultants - Planning Current Proposed Change $640,315 $552,576 ($87,739) The proposed change represents a 13.7 percent decrease based on the projected needs to complete confirmed contracts in FY Consultants are retained to assist in completing some contractual responsibilities. Consultants are required to complete contract work dealing with transportation engineering and modeling, brownfields technical work, emergency preparedness and training, and urban design and town planning. Capital Outlay Current Proposed Change $15,000 $15,000 $0 No change. This category covers the cost of items over $1,000 that are depreciated over a period of three or five years. Capital Outlay-Building Fixed Asset Replacement Budget (FARB) Current Proposed Change $5,000 $5,000 $0 No change. This category reflects funds to be set aside for major repair/replacement costs for the building (e.g. air conditioner, roof, windows, etc.) 14

69 DRAFT Subject to Modifications Total Expenditures Current Proposed Change $2,275,004 $2,271,875 ($3,129) The budget reflects a 0.1 percent decrease in expenses. 15

70 DRAFT Subject to Modifications TREASURE COAST REGIONAL PLANNING COUNCIL M E M O R A N D U M To: Council Members AGENDA ITEM 9 From: Date: Staff July 15, 2016 Council Meeting Subject: Florida Power & Light Company Ten Year Power Plant Site Plan Introduction Each year every electric utility in the State of Florida produces a ten year site plan that includes an estimate of future electric power generating needs, a projection of how those needs will be met, and disclosure of information pertaining to the utility s preferred and potential power plant sites. The Florida Public Service Commission (FPSC) has requested that Council review the most recent ten year site plan prepared by Florida Power & Light Company (FPL). The attached report was prepared to summarize FPL s plans for future power generation and provide comments for transmittal to the FPSC. The report concludes that the region and all of Southeast Florida continue to remain vulnerable to fuel price increases and supply interruptions, because of the continued heavy reliance on only two primary fuel types, natural gas and nuclear fuel. Council urges FPL and the State of Florida to continue developing new programs to: 1) reduce the reliance on fossil fuels as future energy sources; 2) increase conservation activities to offset the need to construct new power plants; and 3) increase the reliance on renewable energy sources to produce electricity. Recommendation Council should approve the attached report and authorize its transmittal to the Florida Public Service Commission. Attachment

71 Introduction TREASURE COAST REGIONAL PLANNING COUNCIL Report on the DRAFT Subject to Modifications Florida Power & Light Company Ten Year Power Plant Site Plan July 15, 2016 Each year every electric utility in the State of Florida produces a ten year site plan that includes an estimate of future electric power generating needs, a projection of how those needs will be met, and disclosure of information pertaining to the utility s preferred and potential power plant sites. The Florida Public Service Commission (FPSC) has requested that Council review the most recent ten year site plan prepared by Florida Power & Light Company (FPL). The purpose of this report is to summarize FPL s plans for future power generation and provide comments for transmittal to the FPSC. Summary of the Plan The plan indicates that total summer peak demand is expected to grow by 9.9 percent from 24,170 megawatts (MW) in 2016 to 26,572 MW in During the same period, FPL is expecting to reduce electrical use through demand side management programs, which include a number of conservation, energy efficiency, and load management initiatives. FPL s demand side management programs are expected to grow by 26.7 percent from 1,842 MW in 2016 to 2,334 MW in After FPL s demand side management efforts are factored in, FPL will still require additional capacity from conventional power plants to meet future electrical demand (Exhibit 1). FPL is proposing to add a total of about 2,989 MW of summer capacity to its system from 2016 to FPL plans to obtain additional electricity through: 1) power purchases from qualifying facilities, utilities, and other entities; 2) upgrades to existing facilities; 3) modernization of existing FPL facilities; and 4) construction of new generating units. Major additions of new generating capacity are as follows: 2016 place in service the Port Everglades Next Generation Clean Energy Center (1,237 MW) in the City of Hollywood; 2017 place in service five new combustion turbines to replace gas turbines at the Lauderdale site (1,155 MW) in Broward County; 2019 place in service the Okeechobee Next Generation Clean Energy Center (1,633 MW) in Okeechobee County; and 2024 place in service a new combined cycle power plant (1,317 MW) (not sited). Based on the projection of future resource needs, FPL has identified the following seven preferred sites for future power generating facilities: 1. Babcock Ranch Solar Energy Center, Charlotte County 2. Citrus Solar Energy Center, DeSoto County 2

72 DRAFT Subject to Modifications 3. Manatee Solar Energy Center, Manatee County 4. Lauderdale Plant Peaking Facilities, Broward County 5. Fort Myers Plant Peaking Facilities, Lee County 6. Okeechobee Site, Okeechobee County 7. Turkey Point Plant, Miami-Dade County Also, FPL has identified six potential sites for new or expanded power generating facilities. The identification of potential sites does not represent a commitment by FPL to construct new power generating facilities at these sites. The potential sites include: 1. Alachua County 2. Hendry County 3. Martin County 4. Miami-Dade County 5. Putnam County 6. Volusia County The ten year site plan describes five factors that have impacted or could impact FPL s resource plan. These factors include: 1. Maintaining/enhancing fuel diversity in the FPL system. 2. Maintaining a balance between load and generating capacity in southeastern Florida, particularly in Miami-Dade and Broward counties. 3. Maintaining an appropriate balance of demand side management and supply resources to achieve system reliability. 4. The impact of federal and state energy efficiency codes and standards on FPL s forecasted future demand and energy requirements. 5. The increasing cost competitiveness of utility-scale photovoltaic (PV) facilities due to the continued decline of the cost of PV modules and the recent extension of federal tax credits. Evaluation One of the main purposes of preparing the ten year site plan is to disclose the general location of proposed power plant sites. The FPL ten year site plan identifies no preferred sites and one potential site for future power generating facilities in the Treasure Coast Region (Exhibit 2). The only potential site identified in the Treasure Coast Region is Martin County. The plan indicates FPL is currently evaluating potential sites in Martin County for a future PV facility. No specific locations have been selected at this time. One preferred site, the Okeechobee site is located in northeastern Okeechobee County directly adjacent to Indian River County. Natural gas is expected to be supplied by an existing pipeline as well as a future pipeline. The FPSC issued a determination of need order approving this unit on January 19, The Florida Department of Environmental Protection has recently issued a final order approving certification of this facility. Indian River County was a party to the site certification proceeding and FPL coordinated with Indian River County regarding possible 3

73 DRAFT Subject to Modifications impacts to the county. The conditions of certification for the new Okeechobee Next Generation Clean Energy Center address impacts to Indian River County related to traffic, traffic impact fees, and emergency services. The ten year site plan indicates that fossil fuels will be the primary source of energy used to generate electricity by FPL during the next 10 years (Exhibit 3). The plan indicates fossil fuels will account for 72.6 percent (3.3 percent from coal, 1.5 percent from oil, and 67.8 percent from natural gas) of FPL s electric generation in The plan predicts fossil fuels will account for 72.6 percent (2.7 percent from coal, 0 percent from oil, and 69.9 percent from natural gas) of FPL s electric generation in During the same period, nuclear sources are predicted to change from 23.9 percent in 2016 to 23.1 percent in Solar sources are predicted to increase from 0.1 percent in 2016 to 1.0 percent in Renewable Energy The 10 year site plan indicates FPL is increasing its efforts to implement cost-effective renewable energy. The factors driving these efforts are: 1) the price of PV modules has declined in recent years; 2) FPL has developed a methodology with which it can assign a firm capacity benefit for meeting FPL s summer peak load to PV; and 3) FPL has concluded from its implementation and analyses of utility-scale PV and PV demand side pilot programs that utilityscale PV applications are the most economical way to utilize solar energy. FPL s efforts to increase use cost-effective renewable energy include the use of utility-scale PV facilities and distributed generation PV pilot programs, which are described below. Utility-scale PV Facilities. FPL is planning to add three new PV facilities by the end of These are the Babcock Ranch Solar Energy Center in Charlotte County, Citrus Solar Energy Center in DeSoto County, and Manatee Solar Energy Center in Manatee County. Each of the PV facilities will be approximately 74.5 MW. These new facilities will be in addition to the existing Martin Next Generation Solar Energy Center (75 MW) in Martin County, the DeSoto Next Generation Solar Energy Center (25 MW) in DeSoto County, and the Space Coast Next Generation Solar Energy Center (10 MW) in Brevard County. The new facilities will increase FPL's solar generation capacity from its current 110 MW to approximately 333 MW. Also, FPL is projecting the addition of another approximately 300 MW of PV that will be added by the year This will result in an approximate doubling of FPL s PV generation from the 333 MW level by the end of 2016 to approximately 633 MW by A final determination of the siting of this 300 MW of additional PV has not yet been made. Distributed Generation PV Pilot Programs. FPL has three types of distributed generation (DG) PV programs. First is the Community-based Solar Partnership Pilot Program, which is a voluntary solar pilot program to provide customers with an additional and flexible opportunity to support development of solar power in Florida. This pilot program will provide all customers the opportunity to support the use of solar energy at a community scale and is designed for customers who do not wish, or are not able, to place solar equipment on their roof. Customers can participate in the program through voluntary contributions of $9/month. The voluntary contribution is required, because the cost per MW to construct this type of distributed generation scale facility is approximately double the cost of utility scale facilities. Also, the operation and 4

74 DRAFT Subject to Modifications maintenance costs of these facilities are expected to be three times as much as for utility-scale PV systems. The first 175 kw of DG PV projects under this pilot program are located in the City of West Palm Beach and in Broward County. Additional PV facilities under this program will be built when the projected voluntary contributions are sufficient to cover on-going program costs without increasing electric rates for all customers. The locations of additional PV facilities have not yet been determined. The second type of DG PV program is the Commercial and Industrial Partnership Pilot Program. This pilot program will be conducted in partnership with interested commercial and industrial customers over about a five year period. Limited investments will be made in PV facilities located at customer sites in selected geographic areas of FPL's service territory. The primary objective of this program is to examine the effect of high penetration of DG PV on FPL's distribution system and to determine how best to address any problems that may be identified. FPL will site approximately 4 MW of PV facilities on circuits that experience specific loading conditions to better study impacts. PV installations at Daytona International Speedway, Daytona Kennel Club and Poker Room, and Florida International University s Engineering Center campus in West Miami-Dade County have been selected based on their interconnection with targeted circuits. The third type of DG PV program is the Battery Storage Pilot Program. The purpose of this pilot program is to demonstrate and test a wide variety of battery storage grid applications. In addition, the pilot program is designed to help FPL learn how to integrate battery storage into the grid. Under this pilot program, FPL is installing a 1.5 MW battery storage system in Miami-Dade County. In addition, a battery storage system of 1.5 MW is also being installed in Monroe County for backup power and voltage support. Several smaller kilowatt-scale systems are also being installed at other locations to study distributed storage reliability applications. Conclusion The region and all of Southeast Florida continue to remain vulnerable to fuel price increases and supply interruptions, because of the continued heavy reliance on only two primary fuel types, natural gas and nuclear fuel. The 2016 ten year site plan does project an increase in the generation of renewable energy, with the addition of three new solar PV facilities by the end of However, Council remains concerned that the ten year site plan does not project a significant increase in the use of renewable energy during the next decade. During the 10-year planning horizon, the use of natural gas is projected to rise from 67.8 percent to 69.2 percent, while solar is projected to rise from 0.1 percent to 1.0 percent. Council recommends that FPL adopt a more balanced portfolio of fuels that includes a significant component of renewable energy sources. Council continues to encourage the Florida Legislature to adopt a Renewable Portfolio Standard in order to provide a mechanism to expand the use of renewable energy in Florida. Council supports FPL s existing and proposed solar projects and encourages FPL to develop additional projects based on renewable resources. FPL should consider developing other programs to install, own, and operate PV units on the rooftops of private and public buildings. The shift to rooftop PV systems distributed throughout the area of demand could reduce reliance 5

75 DRAFT Subject to Modifications on large transmission lines and reduce costs associated with owning property; purchasing fuel; and permitting, constructing, and maintaining a power plant. Another advantage of this strategy is that PV systems do not require water for cooling. The incentive for owners of buildings to participate in this strategy is they could be offered a reduced rate for purchasing electricity. Also, FPL should consider expanding solar rebate programs for customers who install PV and solar water heating systems on their homes and businesses. These rebates should be coordinated with other programs, such as the Solar and Energy Loan Fund (SELF) and Property-Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) programs, to provide participants in these programs the option of receiving a rebate. SELF is a low interest rate loan program that provides financing for clean energy solutions. PACE programs allow property owners to finance energy retrofits by placing an additional tax assessment on the property in which the investment is made. Council urges FPL and the State of Florida to continue developing new programs to: 1) reduce the reliance on fossil fuels as future energy sources; 2) increase conservation activities to offset the need to construct new power plants; and 3) increase the reliance on renewable energy sources to produce electricity. The complete costs of burning fossil fuels, such as the costs to prevent environmental pollution and costs to the health of the citizens, need to be considered in evaluating these systems. State legislators should amend the regulatory framework to provide financial incentives for the power providers and the customers to increase conservation measures and to rely to a greater extent on renewable energy sources. Also, the state should reconsider the currently used test for energy efficiency and choose a test that will maximize the potential for energy efficiency and renewable energy sources. The phasing in of PV and other locally available energy sources will help Florida achieve a sustainable future. Attachments 6

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79 DRAFT Subject to Modifications TREASURE COAST REGIONAL PLANNING COUNCIL M E M O R A N D U M To: Council Members AGENDA ITEM 10 From: Date: Subject: Staff July 15, 2016 Council Meeting Lake Okeechobee Watershed Project Introduction The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has recently distributed the attached notice regarding the Lake Okeechobee Watershed (LOW) Project. The objectives of this project are to improve the quality, quantity, timing, and distribution of water entering Lake Okeechobee; provide better management of lake water levels; reduce damaging releases to the Caloosahatchee and St. Lucie river estuaries; and improve system wide operational flexibility. The attached notice includes a map of the preliminary project area, which covers a large portion of the watershed north and west of the lake. The Corps and South Florida Water Management District are planning to hold several public workshops throughout the development and implementation of the LOW Project. The first public workshop is scheduled to be held on July 26 th from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at the Okeechobee Auditorium, 3800 NW 16 th Boulevard, Suite A, Okeechobee, Florida During the workshop, Corps and District staff will describe the project and seek public comments and suggestions. The LOW Project team will be available prior to and after a formal presentation at 7:00 pm to provide information and answer questions about the project. This agenda item is presented in order to promote awareness of the LOW Project and provide an opportunity for Council to discuss this project. Recommendation For information only. Attachment

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83 DRAFT Subject to Modifications TREASURE COAST REGIONAL PLANNING COUNCIL M E M O R A N D U M To: Council Members AGENDA ITEM 11 From: Date: Staff July 15, 2016 Council Meeting Subject: Indian River Lagoon Economic Valuation Update Report Introduction In late 2015, the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (FDEO) tasked and funded the Treasure Coast and East Central Florida regional planning councils to work together in producing an updated economic contributions report for the Indian River Lagoon (IRL). The report was completed and transmitted to the FDEO on June 24, It is being presented to Council today for review and comment. The intent of this economic analysis is to establish a repeatable and cost-efficient method for estimating the total annual economic values attributable to the IRL. Quantifying these values and the IRL s total annual economic output, serves to emphasize the region s economic interdependence with the IRL and the importance of restoration efforts to sustain its health and productivity. This effort represents a tremendous opportunity for the IRL region to quantify, not only the annualized economic contribution of this nationally significant estuary, but what is at stake economically if the ecosystem collapses. The report demonstrates the vital role of a healthy IRL, not just to the region s economic vitality, but as the foundation of its extraordinary quality of life. The executive summary from the report is included with this agenda item along with a six-panel color brochure containing important economic information from the report. The full report can be viewed and downloaded by accessing the following link: Recommendation For information purposes only. Attachments

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85 East Central Florida Regional Planning Council Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Community Planning Technical Assistance Grant P0169 Executive Summary This report illustrates the link between the IRL region s economy and the IRL. Completing this economic analysis expands and updates various sections of three earlier economic studies: Economic Assessment and Analysis of the Indian River Lagoon, January 1996; Indian River Lagoon Economic Assessment and Analysis Update, August 2008; and Florida s Oceans and Coasts: An Economic and Cluster Analysis, May Other key objectives of the update are to: 1) estimate Total Annual Economic Output attributable to the five main IRL-related coastal industry groups (Living Resources; Marine Industry; Recreation and Visitor-related; Resource Management; and Defense & Aerospace); and 2) establish a repeatable and valid process for analyzing and reporting the economic value of these five main coastal industry groups for the IRL region. This economic analysis was accomplished primarily by using the latest 2014, six-digit NAICS code data and measuring economic impacts through the IMPLAN Regional Economic Input/Output Model. The IMPLAN model estimates direct impacts (employment and spending), indirect impacts (secondary effects of spending through incomes generated by relevant industries), and induced impacts (indirect spending by employees). For example, a boat dealer would be compensated (direct impact), might own a house (indirect impact) and may spend money dining out, which would generate economic activity through income for cooks and servers in restaurants (induced impacts). IMPLAN incorporates a series of algorithms to calculate direct, indirect, and induced impacts that ripple through the economy. Study Area The study area for this report extends from the Ponce de Leon Inlet in Volusia County to the Jupiter Inlet in northern Palm Beach County, completely traversing Brevard, Indian River, St. Lucie, and Martin counties. Economic data sets used in this analysis represent the year These include countywide information on IRL-related economic drivers for Brevard, Indian River, St. Lucie and Martin counties. Even though the Ponce de Leon Inlet divides the northsouth distance of Volusia County in approximately half, only about 20 percent of Volusia County s coastal population is adjacent to the IRL system. Approximately 80 percent of Volusia County s coastal population is adjacent to the Halifax River Lagoon, which extends north from the Ponce de Leon Inlet. Therefore, this report relies on the assumption that only 20 percent of the total economic output of Volusia County are attributable to the IRL. Also, the IRL s economic contribution to Palm Beach County was not included in this report. This was because broad countywide data could not be disaggregated, and only a small fraction of countywide economic output totals are attributed this portion of the study area. Just How Valuable is the Indian River Lagoon? Overall the total annual economic output or value received from the IRL in 2014 is about $7.6 billion. This does not include the estimated $934 million in annualized real estate value added for property located on or near the IRL. Also not included are the economic contributions from estuarine-related resources in Volusia County north of the Ponce de Leon Inlet. If both of these Indian River Lagoon Economic Valuation Update Final Report

86 East Central Florida Regional Planning Council Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Community Planning Technical Assistance Grant P0169 economic contributions are considered, the total annual economic output is valued at about $9.9 billion. Total Annual Economic Output by County With 20% Volusia County $797,562, % $609,128,748 $549,660, % 7.2% $330,353, % Total $7,640,311,564 $5,353,605, % Volusia County Brevard County Indian River County St. Lucie County Martin County Total Annual Economic Output by County With 100% Volusia County $609,128,748 $549,660, % 6.1% $797,562, % $1,651,769, % Total $8,961,727,302 $5,353,605, % Volusia County Brevard County Indian River County St. Lucie County Martin County Indian River Lagoon Economic Valuation Update 2 Final Report

87 East Central Florida Regional Planning Council Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Community Planning Technical Assistance Grant P0169 Total Annual Economic Output by Industry Group With 20% Volusia County $48,230, % $767,440, % $1,574,078, % $5,149,151, % $101,410, % Total $7,640,311,564 Living Resources Marine Industries Recreation and Visitor-related Resource Management Defense & Aerospace Total Annual Economic Output by Industry Group With 100% Volusia County $54,659, % $1,049,735, % $5,361,562, % $2,388,370, % Total $8,961,727,302 $107,400, % Living Resources Marine Industries Recreation and Visitor-related Resource Management Defense & Aerospace Indian River Lagoon Economic Valuation Update 3 Final Report

88 East Central Florida Regional Planning Council Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Community Planning Technical Assistance Grant P0169 The five main IRL-related industry groups are categorized as Living Resources, Marine Industries, Recreation and Visitor-related, Resource Management and Defense & Aerospace. These industry groups, which are directly influenced by the IRL, support nearly 72,000 jobs annually with annual wages of more than $1.2 billion. Total annual income (labor and proprietor s) for IRL-related industry groups is around $2.6 billion. TOTAL ANNUAL INCOME IRL-RELATED INDUSTRIES $2.6 B IRL-RELATED JOBS Recreation and visitor-related activity related to the IRL contributes around $1.57 billion annually to the IRL region s economy. In 2014, the IRL region attracted over 7.4 million visitors. Previous studies have estimated that annually, between 31 to 46 percent or million of the region s visitors participate in IRL-related recreation. By 2025, the IRL region is expected to receive over 11 million visitors annually. All things being equal, this would equate to between million visitors annually looking to participate in IRL-related recreation. Today, each visitor to the IRL region spends about $162 a day. For every 85 visitors to the IRLregion, one job can be expected to be created. Cost of a Sustainable Indian River Lagoon-Based Economy and the Region s Return on Investment Enhancing water quality, increasing habitat, providing additional points of access, and implementing other best management practices to improve the IRL can generate thousands of new jobs and increase the value and output of the IRL-based economy. This presumes state and local plans to improve the IRL s health and productivity are implemented and continue to be successful in the future. Implementing these plans will require a long-term commitment of time and funding. One way to estimate how much it will cost annually and cumulatively over time to achieve a sustainable IRL, is to estimate the cost of implementing the adopted Basin Management Action Plans (BMAPs) for the IRL region. There are four BMAPs covering the Indian River Lagoon Economic Valuation Update 4 Final Report

89 East Central Florida Regional Planning Council Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Community Planning Technical Assistance Grant P0169 IRL region. Each contain nutrient load reduction goals intended to establish a sustainable IRL in the future. TCRPC and ECFRPC (2015) estimated it would cost $4.6 billion to accomplish the required nutrient load reductions in all four of the BMAPs. By this measure, and with efforts extended over a 20 year period, it would require an annual investment of $230 million to sustain an IRLbased economy. When comparing this average annual cost to the IRL s total average annual economic output of $7.6 billion, the Return on Investment (ROI) from a sustainable IRL is 33 to 1. Or, for every dollar spent on achieving a sustainable IRL, the lagoon returns $33 in total economic value. Over the years, as the IRL improves in health and productivity, annual ROI in the future can be expected to increase. Based on the estimated 2015 population of the IRL counties, the annual cost per person to accomplish the nutrient load reduction goals in the four IRL-related BMAPs equates to about $140. If this is divided equally among IRL-county households, each would pay around $334 a year, or about $28 a month. The 1996 Economic Assessment and Analysis of the IRL found that 1000 IRL households polled said they would be willing to pay an additional $60 a year to support IRL improvement programs. The 2008 update of this study found that 50 percent of the 985 IRL households polled would be willing to pay a one-time tax of $20 to improve the lagoon, with about 27 percent of the respondents willing to pay a onetime tax of $400. The cost calculations outlined above assume that IRL residents will bear the full cost of BMAP implementation. This is not likely to be the case. Floridians outside the IRL region will contribute to state water quality improvement programs and water management district projects through state sales taxes and federal income taxes redistributed to the IRL region in the form of state and federal assistance. American and foreign tourists will also offset some local implementation costs through sales and other special taxes levied on local goods and services that may flow to state water quality improvement programs. In addition, use of Land Acquisition Trust Fund monies may also offset the cost of BMAP-related water quality improvement projects for the lagoon. An Indian River Lagoon-Dependent Industry in Decline Commercially harvested clams, oysters, crabs and shrimp were worth $12.6 million at the docks in Adjusted for inflation, this 1994 amount is $20.1 million in 2015 dollars. The overall value of the commercial clam, oyster, crab, and shrimp harvest for 2015 is $4.3 million a decline of nearly 80 percent. Pounds of shellfish harvested have also declined during about that same period, from 7.1 million pounds to 2 million pounds, or almost 72 percent. IRL counties showing the sharpest decline in value and pounds harvested were Volusia, Brevard and Martin. Indian River Lagoon Economic Valuation Update 5 Final Report

90 1,537,760 1,653,345 East Central Florida Regional Planning Council Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Community Planning Technical Assistance Grant P0169 The commercial fin fishery fared a little better, but still showed significant declines in value and pounds landed. In 1990, the estimated value of commercial fin fish landed was worth $13 million. Adjusted for inflation, this 1990 amount is $23.5 million in 2015 dollars. The overall value of the commercial fin fish harvest for 2015 is estimated at $14.8 million a decline of 37 percent. Pounds of fin fish landed also declined during that same period, from 17.3 million pounds to 8 million pounds or almost 54 percent. IRL counties showing the sharpest declines in value and pounds harvested are Brevard, Indian River, and Martin counties. Indian River Lagoon Region Boat Registrations Declining One indicator of the environmental health and economic productivity of the IRL is the increase or decrease in boat registrations over time. Increased access and use of the lagoon by boats for fishing and other outdoor lagoon-based activities has an economic impact on retail, lodging, marine industry and food and beverage sectors, and also on sales tax, fuel tax, boat registration fees and fishing license revenues. A declining trend in boat registrations for the IRL region has been observed in the last decade. While the IRL region s population has increased by 12 percent, boat registration has decreased by 13,045 or by 11 percent since Much of the decline has been for boats in the foot range with boat registrations in the 40 foot and larger class remaining relatively flat. The sharpest declines in boat registrations have occurred in Brevard, Volusia and St. Lucie counties. IRL REGION POPULATION 12 % IRL REGION BOATER REGISTRATIONS Indian River Lagoon Economic Valuation Update 6 Final Report

91 East Central Florida Regional Planning Council Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Community Planning Technical Assistance Grant P0169 Conclusion This economic valuation update is not a status report on the IRL s environmental health or how to address human-related impacts affecting its long-term sustainability. The report simply serves to measure the economic values the IRL region stands to lose if it does not eliminate regional and local environmental inputs that are degrading the health and productivity of this estuary of national significance. The IRL and nearshore coastal resources are significant contributors to the region s strong economy and extraordinary quality of life. Sustaining the IRL is important to the region s economic recovery, expanding opportunities within the five main industry groups, recruiting new industry sectors and talent, and sustainable growth. The health and sustainability of the IRL will be a key determinant in the future of the region s economy, public health and other natural, cultural, and societal values that are collectively worth far more than what has been quantified in this report. IRL-RELATED INDUSTRY GROUPS Indian River Lagoon Economic Valuation Update 7 Final Report

92 INDIAN IRL-DEPENDENT INDUSTRY SHELLFISH - FINFISH 1,537,760 Indian River Lagoon Economic Valuation Update 2016 Study Area HARVEST VALUE -80% POUNDS HARVESTED -72% HARVEST VALUE POUNDS HARVESTED -37% -54% 20.1 M 4.3 M M 2.0 M 23.5 M 14.8 M 17.3 M 8.0 M TOTAL ANNUAL WAGES IRL-RELATED INDUSTRIES $ +1.2 BILLION LIIVING RESOURCES $1,277,712 RESOURCE MANAGEMENT $18,704,651 RECREATION & VISITOR RELATED $129,191,764 MARINE INDUSTRY $130,669,582 DEFENSE & AEROSPACE $969,319,495 RIVER LAGOON ECONOMIC VALUATION UPDATE Prepared by the East Central Florida Regional Planning Council and the Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council under the Florida Department of 2016 Economic Opportunity s Community Planning and Technical Assistance Grant Program. COVER ART: Reproduced by permission of the Martin County Parks and Recreation Department for complete report go to

93 INDIAN RIVER LAGOON by the numbers ECONOMIC VALUATION UPDATE ,287 RECREATION & VISITOR RELATED 71,981 IRL-RELATED JOBS $162 per day IRL Visitor Spending 33:1 $230 MILLION IRL Annual Investment $7.6 BILLION IRL Annual Economic Output RETURN ON INVESTMENT LIVING RESOURCES $ 48,230,566 RESOURCE MANAGEMENT 7.6 $$ 101,410, M 11.1M LAGOON REGION VISITORS 2014 LAGOON REGION VISITORS 2025 TOTAL ANNUAL INCOME: IRL-Related Industry MARINE INDUSTRY7.6 $$ 767,440,497 DEFENSE & AEROSPACE 7.6 $$ 5,149,151,378 $2.6 RECREATION & VISITOR RELATED $ 1,574,078,178 7,001 MARINE INDUSTRY BILLION LIVING RESOURCES 24,744 DEFENSE & AEROSPACE RESOURCE MANAGEMENT 934 MILLION ANNUALIZED REAL ESTATE VALUE ADDED FROM IRL 85=1 Tourists = Jobs

94 DRAFT Subject to Modifications TREASURE COAST REGIONAL PLANNING COUNCIL M E M O R A N D U M To: Council Members AGENDA ITEM 12 From: Date: Staff July 15, 2016 Council Meeting Subject: Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy Committee Update Introduction The Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council (TCRPC) Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) Committee was established in 1998 as part of an effort to implement Strategic Regional Policy Plan (SRPP) Regional Goal 3.8: Establish the Treasure Coast Region as a Regional Economic Development District (EDD). An EDD is any region in the United States designated as such by the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA). An advantage in being designated as an EDD is that it provides more opportunities for federal funding and helps the region to remain competitive in national and global markets. This designation increases the power of the region to promote and help implement national, state, regional, and local economic development goals. The purpose of this report is to present an update to Council on the activities of the CEDS Committee. Background In 1999, TCRPC was formally designated as an EDD. Under this designation, Council is eligible to receive annual funding from EDA to conduct economic development planning on a regional basis. Council s current EDA Planning Partnership Award period is from January 1, 2014 to December 31, The purpose of this planning grant is to provide support for the development, implementation, revision, or replacement of a CEDS plan. Establishment of the CEDS Committee is a requirement of EDA funded EDDs. The CEDS Committee is a key element in the CEDS process. The CEDS Committee is the principal facilitator of the CEDS process and is responsible for developing and updating the CEDS plan. A goal of the CEDS Committee is to broadly represent the main economic interests of the region. Committee Membership and Operation Membership on the CEDS Committee consists of five appointees from each of the four counties of the Treasure Coast Region. County commissioners appoint the members. The members are selected from a broad range of groups, including local planning departments, Chambers of Commerce, special purpose economic development organizations, workforce development boards, and private citizens. A list of the current members of the CEDS Committee is attached.

95 DRAFT Subject to Modifications The CEDS Committee of the Treasure Coast EDD operates according to an adopted set of bylaws (attached). The committee typically meets four-to-six times a year at Council s office. The meetings are advertised in Florida Administrative Weekly and are open to the public. Minutes of each meeting are posted on Council s website. Members of the CEDS Committee operate under the provisions of the Florida Sunshine Law. CEDS Plan According to EDA guidelines, the purpose of the CEDS Committee is to oversee and guide district-wide economic development planning. This is accomplished primarily through the development of a CEDS plan. The first CEDS plan for the Treasure Coast EDD was developed in The CEDS plan was updated in 2000, 2004, 2007, and The most recent CEDS plan, which is now updated every five years, was presented to TCRPC and approved by the Council on September 21, The plan highlights the region's strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and challenges and provides a set of guiding principles for community leaders to set common economic development goals and priorities for action. The development of this CEDS plan was guided, supported, and coordinated in parallel with the development of the State of Florida's Statewide Strategic Plan for Economic Development. The framework adopted for state and regional economic development planning efforts is the Six Pillars of Florida's Future Economy developed by the Florida Chamber Foundation. The Six Pillars identifies the critical factors determining Florida's future: (1) Talent Supply and Education, (2) Innovation and Economic Development, (3) Infrastructure and Growth Leadership, (4) Business Climate and Competitiveness, (5) Civic and Governance Systems, and (6) Quality Places. The current CEDS plan is available on Council s website at the following link: CEDS plan. Current Activities The CEDS Committee meetings provide a regional forum for economic development organizations and interested parties to coordinate economic development planning activities. The committee frequently discusses proposed and potential projects in the region. One of the most significant activities the CEDS Committee is currently involved in is planning an economic development summit for the Treasure Coast Region to be held on October 28, The purpose of the summit is to engage stakeholders as part of the process to update the CEDS plan, which is scheduled to be updated in The summit is expected to bring together the region s business development boards, all of the economic organizations, colleges, universities, counties, and cities within the region to provide a synchronized focus on economic issues. The summit will provide an opportunity for a full complement of ideas by expanding the input area to the entire region. A flyer advertising the summit is attached. Council members are invited to attend the summit and provide input to help shape the future region. Recommendation For information only. Attachments 2

96 INDIAN RIVER COUNTY Members: Helene Caseltine Brian Fowler Joe Griffin Mark Mathes CEDS Committee Membership Indian River Chamber of Commerce, Executive Director of Economic Development Marine Bank and Trust City of Sebastian, City Manager City of Fellsmere, Community Development Director MARTIN COUNTY Members: Pauline Becker Henry Copeland Luis Dominguez Edwin Maxwell Bill West Alternates: Ike Crumpler Frank Tidikis Kathie Smith Robin Snyder Kristen Sweeney Private Citizen Private Citizen Private Citizen The Computer Store, Owner Molly s House, CEO/Development Director Private Citizen Private Citizen Private Citizen Private Citizen Private Citizen ST. LUCIE COUNTY Members: Adam Locke Harold Buzz Smyth Al Rivett Alternates: Peter Tesch PALM BEACH COUNTY Members: Artice Cobb Michael Corbit Andrew Duffell Gary Hines Private Citizen Private Citizen Private Citizen Economic Development Council of St. Lucie County, Inc., President Private Citizen CareerSource Palm Beach County, Director of Business Development Florida Atlantic Research & Development Authority, President & Chief Executive Officer Business Development Board of Palm Beach, Senior Vice President, Administration 3

97 AMENDED BYLAWS of the COMPREHENSIVE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STRATEGY COMMITTEE Of the TREASURE COAST REGIONAL PLANNING COUNCIL (Revised and Adopted January 9, 2014) ARTICLE I Name The name of this Committee is the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy Committee ( CEDS ) of the Treasure Coast Economic Development District. The Committee is a public body that operates under the provisions of , F.S. Purpose ARTICLE II The purpose of the Committee in accordance with U.S. Economic Development Administration Guidelines for Economic Development Districts (1992) is to oversee and guide District-wide economic development planning. The Committee, through the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) Plan or other appropriate mechanism will develop strategies to address economic development issues, including the diversification of the District economy and job expansion. Members will share information, advise the Economic Development District on areas of economic data development, and create a consensus plan of action that will be used to update the CEDS plan of the Treasure Coast Economic Development District. Membership ARTICLE III 1. Membership Membership on the CEDS Committee is based on four factors. First, there are to be five (5) appointees from each of the four counties of the Treasure Coast Region (Indian River, Martin, Palm Beach and St. Lucie) that participate in the activities of the Treasure Coast Economic Development District. Second, Committee members should be drawn from the range of groups noted below: Currently, the Committee membership reflects representation from the following agencies. a. Local planning departments b. Chambers of Commerce c. Special purpose economic development agencies and councils d. Workforce development boards 4

98 2. Appointments and Removals a. Appointments for membership on the CEDS Committee will be made at the discretion of the participating counties. b. Removal of a member is accomplished by an appointee s resignation or by an action by the respective member s appointing body. 3. Request for Participation Failure to attend two (2) consecutive scheduled meetings of the Committee without advance notification places a member in a delinquent status. The Committee will notify the Appointing authority of a member s delinquent status and request that a new appointment be made. 4. Vacancies It is at the option of each member organization as to whether a nomination is made to fill a vacancy. When a vacancy exists, the Committee will notify the Appointing authority and request that the vacancy be filled. 5. Alternates In order to promote attendance at the meetings of the Committee, each group or organization represented on the Committee is encouraged to appoint an alternate representative for each regular member. If possible, the alternate representative should be specified in the letter appointing the regular member. Any alternate member may represent any absent regular member of that County. Annual Meeting and Member Terms ARTICLE IV 1. Annual Meeting: The annual meeting of the CEDS Committee will take place in January of each year. Prior to the date of the annual meeting Council staff will request each of the participating counties to ratify their respective slate of CEDS Committee members as current and up to date. Any new and/or reaffirmed members will be read into the record at the annual meeting by the Chairperson. New and/or reaffirmed members terms will begin at the next scheduled meeting of the CEDS Committee. 2. Member Terms: CEDS Committee members will, notwithstanding Article III Section 2.a. serve one year terms which will be renewed at the discretion of the appointing jurisdiction on an annual basis prior to the annual meeting. Officers, Terms, Duties, Subcommittees ARTICLE V 1. Officers there will be four (4) officers of the CEDS Committee: a Chair, 1 st Vice-Chair, 2 nd Vice-Chair, and 3 rd Vice-Chair. All Officers shall be elected by the CEDS Committee at its December annual meeting. Officers will serve a one-year term of office which will begin at the next scheduled CEDS Committee meeting following the annual meeting in January. The 5

99 office of Chairperson shall be rotated amongst all four participating counties on an annual basis. All Officer positions reside with the County that the respective CEDS Committee member holding that position represents and not to the individual member. Stating at and immediately following the December 2002 annual meeting the office of 1 st Vice-Chair will rotate to the position of Chair. The office of 2 nd Vice-Chair will rotate to the position of 1 st Vice-Chair and so on. 2. Term Committee member terms are determined by the respective members Appointing authority except as provided for in Article IV, Section Duties The duties of the Chair will be to preside over the meetings of the CEDS Committee and to carry out other duties as directed by the Committee at large. The Vice-Chair will act as the Chair in the absence of the Chair. The staff of the Regional Planning Council shall act as secretary to the Committee and will assist the Chair in carrying out the duties and the responsibilities of this office. 4. Subcommittees Special purpose and study subcommittees may be formed at the discretion of the Chair. These subcommittees will serve until the completion of the requested action. Membership of subcommittees should include diversified interests from different counties and organizations insofar as practicable. Conduct of the Meetings ARTICLE VI 1. Procedure within the Meetings Behavior and conduct during the meetings will be consistent with that expected of responsible individuals. When there is a conflict on procedural matters, Robert s Rules of Order, Amended, will be consulted in determining correct action. 2. Agendas An agenda will be prepared and distributed at least five days prior to each meeting with items of action that must be addressed. The agendas will be flexible to allow other items of business. 3. Voting All voting members, including officers, are entitled to one (1) vote each. Only one vote is allowed for each member. That vote may be exercised only by the member who represents that group or organization or by the alternate. There will be no proxies. Simple majority vote of a quorum passes any action. 4. Quorum A quorum shall be defined as either: 1) a minimum of 2 members from each of the four participating counties for a total of 8 members or 2) a minimum of 7 members. When a quorum is present, a majority of those present may take action on matters properly presented at the meeting. 5. Minutes Minutes will be kept for meetings in summary form. The exact language of matters that are voted upon will be entered into the Minutes. 6

100 6. Guests and Requested Speakers Members may request the Chairman to invite guests to attend meetings at their own expense. The Committee may also request the Chairman to invite individuals to attend meetings to inform them on items being reviewed by the Committee. 7. Informality In general, and excepting cases where formal action is being undertaken, the Committee will operate with as few procedural constraints as is desirable. 8. Frequency of Meetings The Committee will schedule full meetings not less than once per calendar quarter and shall call special meetings as deemed appropriate from time to time. Responsibilities and Authority ARTICLE VII 1. The members are expected to share information with one another as it pertains to economic development issues as legally permitted. 2. The Committee shall assist and advise the Staff in overall economic development issues. Amendments ARTICLE VIII These bylaws may be changed, amended, expanded, or contracted by any action consistent with Article VI, Sections 3 & 4, with the exception of Article III, Sections 1 & 2, Article IV, Section 1 & 2, Article V, Section 1 & 2 and Article VI, Sections 3 & 4. 7

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102 DRAFT Subject to Modifications TREASURE COAST REGIONAL PLANNING COUNCIL M E M O R A N D U M To: Council Members AGENDA ITEM 13 From: Date: Subject: Staff July 15, 2016 Council Meeting All Aboard Florida Update Introduction The purpose of this item is to provide an update regarding activities related to the Florida East Coast Industries (FECI) proposed All Aboard Florida (AAF) project. The project is intended to provide new high-speed intercity express service between Miami and Orlando on the Florida East Coast (FEC) rail corridor. Background In 2012, FECI introduced the AAF project, which proposes new intercity express rail service between downtown Miami and Orlando, with additional stations in downtown Fort Lauderdale and downtown West Palm Beach. The project has been the subject of extensive Council, local government, and public discussion since its announcement. As currently proposed, the project would provide sixteen daily round-trip trains, totaling 32 additional trains on the corridor with maximum speeds of 79 MPH south of West Palm Beach, 110 MPH between West Palm Beach and Cocoa, and 125 MPH from Cocoa to Orlando. The company has indicated the FEC rail corridor will continue to carry freight service through Florida East Coast Railroad, which is projected to increase over time. Although the rail corridor is privately owned, it is included in the Florida Department of Transportation Strategic Intermodal System, which prioritizes it for statewide transportation funding to advance economic competitiveness and quality of life. General Project Updates Construction of Phase 1 Improvements & Establishment of Quiet Zones: AAF construction activity continues on the Phase 1 corridor, between 15 th Street in West Palm Beach and Miami. Periodic grade crossing closures will occur for the installation of railroad track, safety and quiet zone improvements, sidewalks, and related infrastructure. All necessary steps have been taken by local governments to enable the establishment of quiet zones following the completion of construction, which is anticipated in the Fall of Recommendation For information only.

103 COMMUNICATION PACKAGE JULY 2016 Announcement: 2016 Presidential Advocate Award for Exceptional Leadership 1 Page Announcement: Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council wins Congress of the New Urbanism 8 Charter Award for the Seven50: Southeast Florida Prosperity Plan 2 State of Florida Office of the Governor Executive Order Number State of Florida Office of the Governor Executive Order Number Unemployment Summary Treasure Coast Region June 17, Overview of the CareerSource Research Coast Region June 17, Overview of the CareerSource Palm Beach County Region June 17,

104 The Florida Association of Counties Recognizes South Florida and Treasure Coast Regional Planning Councilmembers for Exceptional Leadership with 2016 Presidential Advocate Award From left to right, Mayor Pro Tem Heather Carruthers (Monroe), Councilmember Beam Furr (Broward), Councilmember Doug Smith (Martin), Councilmember Priscilla Taylor (Palm Beach), Councilmember Peter O Bryan (Indian River), and Councilmember Daniella Levine- Cava (Miami-Dade). County Commissioner Chip LaMarca (Broward), Commissioner Sally Heyman (Miami-Dade), and Commissioner Audrey Edmonson (Miami-Dade) were also recognized for their exceptional leadership. 1

105 Seven50: Southeast Florida Prosperity Plan won a Merit Award for the Region, City, and Town. Seven50 ("seven counties, 50 years") is a blueprint for growing a more prosperous and resilient Southeast Florida during the next 50 years and beyond. The plan works to encourage socially inclusive communities, a vibrant and robust economy, and careful stewardship of the fragile Southeast Florida ecosystem as it quickly becomes one of the world s most important mega-regions. Dover Kohl & Partners 2

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