Request approval of interlocal agreement between the City of Fort Pierce, Fort Pierce Utilities Authority, and St. Lucie County for the North Second Street Improvements.

North Second Street is a City owned and maintained roadway, which provides primary access into the Port of Fort Pierce. This project involves total reconstruction of North Second Street, including relocation and upgrading of all existing utilities and construction of a new stormwater management system.  The utilities that will be relocated and upgraded include water mains, sanitary sewer system, sanitary sewer lift stations, natural gas mains and electrical systems.  The road construction will include new pavement, curb and gutter, sidewalks, stormwater collection system, detention ponds, landscaping and streetlights. 

St. Lucie County has amassed funding for engineering and construction and Fort Pierce Utilities Authority has agreed to funding the utility upgrades and relocations.  The City's obligation will be construction inspection and maintenance of the roadway upon completion.  The total construction budget for this project totals $6,580,736. Both Fort Pierce Utilities Authority and St. Lucie County have approved the interlocal agreement. 

Recommend approval of agreement pending City Attorney's review and acceptance.

Reject funds for reconstruction

City Engineer, Deputy City Manager

St. Lucie County, Fort Pierce Utilities Authority, and Florida Department of Transportation