MINUTES OF A SPECIAL MEETING OF THE FORT PIERCE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY, HELD IN THE CITY HALL COMMISSION CHAMBERS, 100 NORTH U.S. #1, FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA, AT 6:00 P.M. ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 2018.
1.
CALL TO ORDER
Chairwoman Hudson called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
2.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3.
ROLL CALL
- Present:
- Chairperson Linda Hudson; Commissioner Rufus Alexander; Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson; Commissioner Thomas Perona; Commissioner Reginald Sessions
- Staff Present:
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- City Attorney James Messer
- City Clerk Linda Cox
- City Manager Nicholas Mimms
4.
There will be no approval of minutes at the Special Meeting.
5.
COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
Any person who wishes to comment on any subject on this agenda may be heard at this time. Please limit your comments to three (3) minutes or less, as directed by the Chairperson, as this section of the Agenda is limited to fifteen minutes. The FPRA Board will not be able to take any official actions under Comments from the Public. Speakers will address the Chairperson, Board Members, and the Public with respect. Inappropriate language will not be tolerated. Sign-up sheet is located in the lobby.
Any person who wishes to comment on any subject on this agenda may be heard at this time. Please limit your comments to three (3) minutes or less, as directed by the Chairperson, as this section of the Agenda is limited to fifteen minutes. The FPRA Board will not be able to take any official actions under Comments from the Public. Speakers will address the Chairperson, Board Members, and the Public with respect. Inappropriate language will not be tolerated. Sign-up sheet is located in the lobby.
6.
OLD BUSINESS
There will be no Old Business discussed at the Special Meeting.
There will be no Old Business discussed at the Special Meeting.
7.
NEW BUSINESS
a.
Review and Approve the HD King Site Restrictive Covenant for a portion of the remediation area.
Mr. Jack Andrews reported that the city has received final approval from DEP for the King Plant property. A stipulation of approval is a deed covenant that restricts the use of ground water for irrigation on a portion of the property and prevents the installation of a retention area or open swales in that area as well.
Commissioner Sessions inquired about Avenue B and potential right of way. Mr. Andrews confirmed that Avenue B is not actually a right-of-way but rather part of the parcel.
Commissioner Sessions inquired about Avenue B and potential right of way. Mr. Andrews confirmed that Avenue B is not actually a right-of-way but rather part of the parcel.
Motion was made by Commissioner Reginald Sessions, seconded by Commissioner Thomas Perona to approve the restrictive covenant.
- AYE:
- Chairperson Linda Hudson, Commissioner Rufus Alexander, Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, Commissioner Thomas Perona, Commissioner Reginald Sessions
Passed
b.
Review and Approve the Project Agreement for the Fisherman's Wharf Bulkhead and Dredging Project, funded through a FIND
Mr. Jack Andrews discussed that this is an agreement with the county to fulfill a requirement they have within the FIND grant. The Interlocal Agreement solidifies that the city is in support of the project and are in agreement with the construction of the seawall. Mr. Mimms confirmed that the agreement addresses only the construction of the bulkhead and dredging improvements.
Motion was made by Commissioner Rufus Alexander, seconded by Commissioner Reginald Sessions to approve the agreement.
- AYE:
- Chairperson Linda Hudson, Commissioner Rufus Alexander, Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, Commissioner Thomas Perona, Commissioner Reginald Sessions
Passed
c.
Review and Approve the Submerged Lands Lease with the Board of Trustees of the Internal Improvement Trust Fund of the State of Florida for a 42 slip commercial docking facility in the amount of $4,905.05 annually.
Ms. Rebecca Grohall, Director of Planning, discussed the renewal of our existing lease for the area known as Fisherman’s Wharf and the submerged lands where the docks are located. The state has a 10-year lease program and the document simply extends our existing lease for another 10 years. The funds for the lease payment will come from the TIFF revenues in the FPRA.
Motion was made by Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, seconded by Commissioner Rufus Alexander to approve the lease.
- AYE:
- Chairperson Linda Hudson, Commissioner Rufus Alexander, Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, Commissioner Thomas Perona, Commissioner Reginald Sessions
Passed
8.
CONSENT AGENDA
9.
STAFF COMMENTS
10.
BOARD COMMENTS
Commissioner Sessions inquired about the revenue impact of the bulkhead construction. Mr. Mimms indicated that the current condition of the bulkhead is poor. The reconstruction will improve the integrity of the bulkhead and provide for future business opportunities in that area. This investment will certainly help the redevelopment of the port.
Commissioner Alexander appreciates the various partnerships with the County and it makes us all stronger and better as a result.
Commissioner Alexander appreciates the various partnerships with the County and it makes us all stronger and better as a result.
11.
ADJOURNMENT
Chairwoman Hudson adjourned the meeting at 6:26.
ATTEST:
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