C I T Y O F F O R T P I E R C E
CONFERENCE AGENDA MINUTES
Conference Agenda Meeting - Monday, October 11, 2021 - 9:00 a.m.
City Hall - City Commission Chambers, 100 North U.S. #1, Fort Pierce, Florida
1.
Call to Order
Mayor Linda Hudson called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m.
2.
Pledge of Allegiance
3.
Roll Call
- Present:
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- Linda Hudson, Mayor
- Curtis Johnson, Jr., Commissioner
- Jeremiah Johnson, Commissioner
- Thomas Perona, Commissioner
- Staff Present:
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- Linda Cox, City Clerk
- Nicholas Mimms, City Manager
- Tanya Earley, City Attorney
4.
New Business
a.
Parks Advisory Committee recommendations regarding the naming of the Sunrise Theatre Mezzanine and the Law Enforcement Memorial Park/Hayes Road deeming the Earl Little nomination for the Sunrise Theatre and the Danny Parrish for the Law Enforcement Memorial Park/Hayes Road Park nominations to be complete and suitable for review by the City Commission.
Charlene Adair, Chair, Parks Advisory Committee, and Mike Reals, Public Works Director, presented the nominations for the renaming of Sunrise Theater Mezzanine and Law Enforcement Park/Hayes Rd Park. Law Enforcement Memorial Park -Hayes Rd Park nomination of Danny Parrish met the required criteria for consideration. The Sunrise Theater nomination of Earl Little met the required criteria for consideration, while the nomination of Guz Gutierrez did not meet the requirements for consideration and is recommended for denial.
Melanie George expressed that the Earl Little Foundation had been established and is preparing for fundraising opportunities.
Consensus was made to designate The Parks Advisory Committee for naming opportunities for the Sunrise Theater moving forward.
Melanie George expressed that the Earl Little Foundation had been established and is preparing for fundraising opportunities.
Consensus was made to designate The Parks Advisory Committee for naming opportunities for the Sunrise Theater moving forward.
b.
Presentation of the rooming/boarding house issue strategy by Jenn Hofmeister-Drew, Planning Director & Tanya Earley, City Attorney
Planning Director Jennifer Hofmeister-Drew and City Attorney Tanya Earley presented the strategy addressing rooming/boarding houses. Rooming/boarding houses was defined for the purpose of the presentation. Several zones were considered but C-2 is proposed. City Attorney Earley revisited the use table for classification and designation as Conditional Use. It is proposed to divide the ordinance into three categories: purpose and intent, minimum maintenance standards, and minimum space requirements. Preexisting rooming/boarding houses would have a recommended two years to come into compliance.
c.
Presentation of the World War II Submarine Watch Tower for the Fort Pierce Inlet by Mike Reals, Director of Public Works
Public Works Director, Mike Reals and Mr. Abenborn presented the proposed use of the World War II Submarine Watchtower to be repurposed as an artificial reef. The benefits of its repurposed use include diving, fishing, and research. The consensus is additional research is inquired on the watchtower.
d.
Overview of the new Economic Development Webpage
Economic Development Manager, Shyanne Harnage, presented an overview of the Economic Development Webpage choosefortpierce.com. The links on the page include Redevelopment, GIS Hub, Facts and Figures, Resources, Get in Touch, Move Here, Grow Here, and Live Here.
e.
Seaplane terminal update by Jack Andrews, City Engineer
City Engineer, Jack Andrews, presented the Seaplane Terminal Update. An agreement has been secured with Lawnwood Regional as required for the FDOT process. The City is nearing the permitting process in an estimated thirty to sixty days. Following permitting, preliminary cost and design will follow.
f.
Discussion of agenda items for joint meeting with St. Lucie County on November 18, 2021
City Manager Nick Mimms opened the discussion for the items to be included in the St. Lucie County Joint Meeting November 18, 2021, from 10 am to 12 pm. The items suggested are transportation, including capacity and pedestrian improvements, animal control services and FPRA funds allocation.
5.
COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
Any person who wishes to comment on any subject may be heard at this time. Please limit your comments to three (3) minutes or less, as directed by the Mayor, as this section of the Agenda is limited to thirty minutes. The City Commission will not be able to take any official actions under Comments from the Public. Speakers will address the Mayor, Commissioners, and the Public with respect. Inappropriate language will not be tolerated.
Any person who wishes to comment on any subject may be heard at this time. Please limit your comments to three (3) minutes or less, as directed by the Mayor, as this section of the Agenda is limited to thirty minutes. The City Commission will not be able to take any official actions under Comments from the Public. Speakers will address the Mayor, Commissioners, and the Public with respect. Inappropriate language will not be tolerated.
Amy Anderson
Christian Anderson
Christian Anderson
6.
City Commission Boards and Committees Updates
Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson indicated that the TPO will be meeting at the months end. The Chamber Leadership Program is open and accepting nominations. During the Main Street meeting Dale Madison reported he is moving forward with his project. DBA held daily events this week. The Indian River Lagoon Conference will be held October 21st and 22nd.
Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr reported that Lincoln Main street has moved from Ave D to Means Court. Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council will be meeting virtually with Broward.
Commissioner Perona report that the Parking Committee is considering designating a parking space at City Hall for the Police Department and identifying future parking structures in the downtown area. The retirement second quarter is doing well and approved the elimination of maximum cap on employees hired before October 2012.
Mayor Hudson reported that the Florida League of Cities will be meeting in Orlando on November 2nd -6th in preparation for the January legislative session with a new plan for citizen engagement. The Florida Municipal Insurance Trust met which is the City’s insurer. FPUA is appointing a new member as well as interviewing internal candidates for the Director of Utilities. Don Donaldson, Treasure Coast Council of Local Government, presented the septic sewer plan. St Lucie County Fire District is having a Little Feet Fundraiser October 21, 2021 at The River Center.
Commissioner Curtis Johnson would like a list of nonprofits and local churches for partnerships.
Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr reported that Lincoln Main street has moved from Ave D to Means Court. Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council will be meeting virtually with Broward.
Commissioner Perona report that the Parking Committee is considering designating a parking space at City Hall for the Police Department and identifying future parking structures in the downtown area. The retirement second quarter is doing well and approved the elimination of maximum cap on employees hired before October 2012.
Mayor Hudson reported that the Florida League of Cities will be meeting in Orlando on November 2nd -6th in preparation for the January legislative session with a new plan for citizen engagement. The Florida Municipal Insurance Trust met which is the City’s insurer. FPUA is appointing a new member as well as interviewing internal candidates for the Director of Utilities. Don Donaldson, Treasure Coast Council of Local Government, presented the septic sewer plan. St Lucie County Fire District is having a Little Feet Fundraiser October 21, 2021 at The River Center.
Commissioner Curtis Johnson would like a list of nonprofits and local churches for partnerships.
7.
Adjournment
Immediately following adjournment, please move toward the doors and exit the chambers. This allows for the safe and courteous exit of all persons, and those on the dais. Conversations after the meeting should be held outside of chambers, in the foyer or elsewhere, but not in the commission chambers where lights will be out as soon as the chambers are empty.
Immediately following adjournment, please move toward the doors and exit the chambers. This allows for the safe and courteous exit of all persons, and those on the dais. Conversations after the meeting should be held outside of chambers, in the foyer or elsewhere, but not in the commission chambers where lights will be out as soon as the chambers are empty.
Meeting adjourned at 11:15 A.M.