MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE FORT PIERCE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY, HELD IN THE CITY HALL COMMISSION CHAMBERS, 100 NORTH U.S. #1, FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA, AT 5:30 P.M. ON MONDAY, APRIL 20, 2015
1.
CALL TO ORDER - Chairwoman Linda Hudson called the meeting to order at 5:34 p.m.
2.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3.
ROLL CALL
- Present:
- Chairperson Linda Hudson; Commissioner Rufus Alexander; Commissioner Thomas Perona; Commissioner Reginald Sessions;
- Absent:
- Commissioner Edward Becht
4.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A.
Approval of Minutes from the January 20, 2015 Regular meeting and February 17, 2015 Special meeting.
Motion was made by Commissioner Thomas Perona, seconded by Commissioner Rufus Alexander to approve the Minutes from the January 20, 2015 Regular meeting and February 17, 2015 Special meeting.
- AYE:
- Commissioner Rufus Alexander, Commissioner Thomas Perona, Commissioner Reginald Sessions, Chairperson Linda Hudson
Passed
5.
COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC -
Susie Cassens
Susie Cassens
6.
FY2015 2ND QUARTER FINANCIAL REPORT
Ms. Gloria Johnson, Finance Director, appeared, was available for questions, and reported on the 2nd Quarter Report – Quarter ending 3/31/2015, as the following:
Beginning Estimated Resources: $802.00
Fiscal Year Revenue : $5,923,008
Current Expenditures: $5,971,761
Current Available Resources: -$ 47,951
Unrealized Revenue: $683,000 which gives available resources $635,045 for Operations
Estimated Remaining Expenditures: $677,433 which gives a shortfall of approximately $42,384
Transfers This Year: $1,470,701 from General Fund to FPRA
Total Transfers $7,019,308 less reductions of $1,488,000
Amount Due General Fund: $5,531,308
The Commission discussed the available resources going in the right direction, and questioned the funding priorities of the Sunrise Theater. The topics are points that should be discussed at the upcoming Strategic Planning Meeting.
Ms. Gloria Johnson, Finance Director, appeared, was available for questions, and reported on the 2nd Quarter Report – Quarter ending 3/31/2015, as the following:
Beginning Estimated Resources: $802.00
Fiscal Year Revenue : $5,923,008
Current Expenditures: $5,971,761
Current Available Resources: -$ 47,951
Unrealized Revenue: $683,000 which gives available resources $635,045 for Operations
Estimated Remaining Expenditures: $677,433 which gives a shortfall of approximately $42,384
Transfers This Year: $1,470,701 from General Fund to FPRA
Total Transfers $7,019,308 less reductions of $1,488,000
Amount Due General Fund: $5,531,308
The Commission discussed the available resources going in the right direction, and questioned the funding priorities of the Sunrise Theater. The topics are points that should be discussed at the upcoming Strategic Planning Meeting.
7.
OLD BUSINESS
A.
HD King Power Plant Property Contaminated Soil Reclamation Project Report on status of 2015 cleanup work.
Mr. Jack Andrews appeared, was available for questions, and reported the successful removal of 9,600 tons of contaminated material which was hauled off the Okeechobee landfill, as well as bringing in 16,000 yards of clean fill. The site is presentable and looks much better. Going into the final year of the project, there are 10,000 more yards that need to come out and the current plan is to start at the beginning of 2016. The project is expected to be complete and up to residential standard by the end of April 2016. Additionally, Mr. Andrews is looking to transport material from the Indian Hills Recreation area to the site in order to raise the elevation to three (3) feet to prepare for next years’ removal and plans to seek an agreement with FPUA to take advantage of available fill material.
Mr. Andrews is also looking into the possibility of an economical design build contract for the seawall around Moore’s Creek. Grant funding has not yet been determined.
Chairperson Hudson requested a status report at future meetings detailing the availability of cleanup tax credits.
Mr. Jack Andrews appeared, was available for questions, and reported the successful removal of 9,600 tons of contaminated material which was hauled off the Okeechobee landfill, as well as bringing in 16,000 yards of clean fill. The site is presentable and looks much better. Going into the final year of the project, there are 10,000 more yards that need to come out and the current plan is to start at the beginning of 2016. The project is expected to be complete and up to residential standard by the end of April 2016. Additionally, Mr. Andrews is looking to transport material from the Indian Hills Recreation area to the site in order to raise the elevation to three (3) feet to prepare for next years’ removal and plans to seek an agreement with FPUA to take advantage of available fill material.
Mr. Andrews is also looking into the possibility of an economical design build contract for the seawall around Moore’s Creek. Grant funding has not yet been determined.
Chairperson Hudson requested a status report at future meetings detailing the availability of cleanup tax credits.
8.
NEW BUSINESS
A.
CRA Advisory Committee Tier 4 Recommendations
Mr. Mimms, Chair Matthews, and Vice-Chair Gibbons appeared, were available for questions and offered recommendations to move forward with a property appraisal on Mohawk Avenue, remaining status quo regarding the lease of the 600 block of North Causeway, and future consideration of a Coordinator position.
Mr. Mimms, Chair Matthews, and Vice-Chair Gibbons appeared, were available for questions and offered recommendations to move forward with a property appraisal on Mohawk Avenue, remaining status quo regarding the lease of the 600 block of North Causeway, and future consideration of a Coordinator position.
Motion was made by Commissioner Thomas Perona, seconded by Commissioner Reginald Sessions to approve the recommendations as presented.
- AYE:
- Commissioner Thomas Perona, Commissioner Reginald Sessions, Commissioner Rufus Alexander, Chairperson Linda Hudson
Passed
B.
Presentation of 2014 FPRA Annual Report
Mr. Mimms appeared, was available for questions, and presented the Annual Report for the 2014 fiscal year as well as the goals and objectives for the upcoming year. Mr. Mimms reported on the successes of the Neighborhood Stabilization Program, Community Garden, Sunrise Theater, Police Athletic League, Percy Peak Gymnasium, and the Old St. Anastasia renovation. The CRA Advisory Committee has continued to identify surplus properties within and outside of the CRA boundaries. There have been several inquiries into purchasing, leasing, and utilizing surplus properties; proposals are due on May 6, 2015. The plans for the upcoming fiscal year include completion of the HD King site, Oaks at Moore's Creek Phase II, and continuing to identify surplus properties.
The Commission mentioned adding the 10th Street Central Catholic School to future plans as funds are identified, and thanked the CRA Committee for their role in improving the advisory function.
Mr. Mimms appeared, was available for questions, and presented the Annual Report for the 2014 fiscal year as well as the goals and objectives for the upcoming year. Mr. Mimms reported on the successes of the Neighborhood Stabilization Program, Community Garden, Sunrise Theater, Police Athletic League, Percy Peak Gymnasium, and the Old St. Anastasia renovation. The CRA Advisory Committee has continued to identify surplus properties within and outside of the CRA boundaries. There have been several inquiries into purchasing, leasing, and utilizing surplus properties; proposals are due on May 6, 2015. The plans for the upcoming fiscal year include completion of the HD King site, Oaks at Moore's Creek Phase II, and continuing to identify surplus properties.
The Commission mentioned adding the 10th Street Central Catholic School to future plans as funds are identified, and thanked the CRA Committee for their role in improving the advisory function.
9.
CONSENT AGENDA - no items.
10.
STAFF COMMENTS - no comments.
11.
BOARD COMMENTS - no comments.
12.
ADJOURNMENT
Chairperson Hudson declared the meeting adjourned at 6:22 p.m.
Chairperson Hudson declared the meeting adjourned at 6:22 p.m.
ATTEST:
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