Approval of First Amendment to Lease Agreement with the Boys and Girls Clubs of St. Lucie County for the Human Development and Resource Center Gymnasium

The Fort Pierce Redevelopment Agency and Boys and Girls Clubs of St. Lucie County entered into a lease agreement for the Human Development and Resource Center Gymnasium on October 27, 2020. The proposed amendment aims to clarify the responsibilities outlined in paragraph 9, "Maintenance and Repair," of the lease agreement. Under the terms of this amendment:

• The tenant, Boys and Girls Clubs of St. Lucie County, is tasked with maintaining the gymnasium in first-class condition. This includes daily cleaning, janitorial services and necessary repairs.
• The landlord, Fort Pierce Redevelopment Agency, retains responsibility for the maintenance, repair and replacement of significant systems and structures within the property. This encompasses both interior and exterior elements, such as walls, ceilings, floors, roof, windows, doors, and affixed electrical and HVAC systems.

Recognizing the vital services provided by the Boys and Girls Clubs to the community, the agency is pleased to allocate this space for their operations.

Furthermore, this lease aligns with the Fort Pierce Redevelopment Agency's Redevelopment Plan objectives, particularly:

• Goal 14: The Fort Pierce Redevelopment Agency shall support the law enforcement and social service providers that are located within the Redevelopment Area and that serve residents of the Community Redevelopment Area.
  • 14.1. The Fort Pierce Redevelopment Agency shall coordinate with social service providers located in the Community Redevelopment Area (e.g. Boys and Girls Club of St. Lucie, Lincoln Park Head Start, Career Source, etc.) regarding events, activities and potential use of City facilities within the Community Redevelopment Area.

Approve lease amendment as presented.

Amend or deny lease amendment.

Shyanne Harnage, CRA Administrator

Sara Hedges, City Attorney
Linda Cox, Acting City Manager