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, JULY 20, 2015
1.
CALL TO ORDER - Chairwoman Linda Hudson called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m.
2.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3.
ROLL CALL
- Present:
- Chairperson Linda Hudson; Commissioner Rufus Alexander; Commissioner Edward Becht; Commissioner Thomas Perona
- Absent:
- Commissioner Reginald Sessions
4.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES - None required.
5.
COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC - No comments.
6.
PRESENTATION OF FINANCIAL REPORT
Ms. Johnna Morris, Chief Accountant, appeared, was available for questions, and reported on the 3rd Quarter Report – Quarter ending 6/30/2015, as the following:
Estimated Beginning Available Resources: $802.00
Revenue: $7,394,103
Current Expenditures: $7,007,878
Current Available Resources: $387,027
Unrealized Revenue: $47,000 projected receipt by end of fiscal year
Available Resources: $434,027
Expenses: $349,329
Projected Resources: $84,698
Ms. Johnna Morris, Chief Accountant, appeared, was available for questions, and reported on the 3rd Quarter Report – Quarter ending 6/30/2015, as the following:
Estimated Beginning Available Resources: $802.00
Revenue: $7,394,103
Current Expenditures: $7,007,878
Current Available Resources: $387,027
Unrealized Revenue: $47,000 projected receipt by end of fiscal year
Available Resources: $434,027
Expenses: $349,329
Projected Resources: $84,698
Motion was made by Commissioner Edward Becht, seconded by Commissioner Thomas Perona to approve the 3rd Quarter Financial Report.
- AYE:
- Commissioner Rufus Alexander, Commissioner Edward Becht, Commissioner Thomas Perona, Chairperson Linda Hudson
Passed
7.
OLD BUSINESS
A.
King Power Plant Remediation Work Project Update
Tracy Telle, Assistant City Engineer, appeared, was available for questions, and reported that the work completed in 2015 has been finalized; 9,600 tons of contaminated soil was removed and clean backfill was transported. Another 15,000 cubic yards are currently stockpiled for 2016 work and the semi-annual test results showed no significant changes.
The proposed work in 2016 includes 10,000 tons of material to be removed at a cost of $1.16M. We expect to issue the notice to proceed in Jan 2016, with activities to be completed in April 2016. In June 2016, FDEP should approve the final source removal report. Preparation of the DRC package, final FDEP approval, and issuance of the SRCO is expected by November 2016. The Voluntary Cleanup Tax Credit (VCTC) program will begin preparation in November / December 2016. We are working with Cardno to prepare a proposal for design build on the seawall replacement.
Mr. Nick Mimms, Deputy City Manager, stated that as of right now there are no firm plans for the site as it is best to restore to residential standards before planning begins.
Tracy Telle, Assistant City Engineer, appeared, was available for questions, and reported that the work completed in 2015 has been finalized; 9,600 tons of contaminated soil was removed and clean backfill was transported. Another 15,000 cubic yards are currently stockpiled for 2016 work and the semi-annual test results showed no significant changes.
The proposed work in 2016 includes 10,000 tons of material to be removed at a cost of $1.16M. We expect to issue the notice to proceed in Jan 2016, with activities to be completed in April 2016. In June 2016, FDEP should approve the final source removal report. Preparation of the DRC package, final FDEP approval, and issuance of the SRCO is expected by November 2016. The Voluntary Cleanup Tax Credit (VCTC) program will begin preparation in November / December 2016. We are working with Cardno to prepare a proposal for design build on the seawall replacement.
Mr. Nick Mimms, Deputy City Manager, stated that as of right now there are no firm plans for the site as it is best to restore to residential standards before planning begins.
B.
Voluntary Cleanup Tax Credit Program
Mr. Mimms appeared, was available for questions, and reported that there are currently three (3) outstanding revolving loans with the TCRPC that total $1.4M. We have submitted three (3) applications with intentions to submit two (2) additional. To date, we have only received one certificate that was $86,013.59.
It is FPRA's responsibility to to pay back the TCRPC loan. Any funds from Voluntary Cleanup Tax Credit (VCTC) program would be used to fund all outstanding loans. Based on the inter-local agreement, FPUA is responsible for all environmental cleanup costs.
Commission discussion noted that this project is a success since we have worked closely with FPUA, TCRPC, and have not had to spend much money.
Mr. Mimms appeared, was available for questions, and reported that there are currently three (3) outstanding revolving loans with the TCRPC that total $1.4M. We have submitted three (3) applications with intentions to submit two (2) additional. To date, we have only received one certificate that was $86,013.59.
It is FPRA's responsibility to to pay back the TCRPC loan. Any funds from Voluntary Cleanup Tax Credit (VCTC) program would be used to fund all outstanding loans. Based on the inter-local agreement, FPUA is responsible for all environmental cleanup costs.
Commission discussion noted that this project is a success since we have worked closely with FPUA, TCRPC, and have not had to spend much money.
Motion was made by Commissioner Rufus Alexander, seconded by Commissioner Edward Becht to approve the Resolution of Intent to be brought back.
- AYE:
- Commissioner Edward Becht, Commissioner Thomas Perona, Commissioner Rufus Alexander, Chairperson Linda Hudson
Passed
8.
NEW BUSINESS
A.
Submittal of Applications for Appointment to the Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) Advisory Committee.
Linda Cox, City Clerk, indicated the applications submitted are to replace Ms. Owens' remaining term on the CRA Advisory Board. Commissioner Alexander is to make selection and approval will take place at the next meeting.
Linda Cox, City Clerk, indicated the applications submitted are to replace Ms. Owens' remaining term on the CRA Advisory Board. Commissioner Alexander is to make selection and approval will take place at the next meeting.
9.
CONSENT AGENDA - no items.
10.
STAFF COMMENTS - no comments.
11.
BOARD COMMENTS - no comments.
12.
ADJOURNMENT
Chairwoman Hudson declared the meeting adjourned at 6:00 p.m.
Chairwoman Hudson declared the meeting adjourned at 6:00 p.m.
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