MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA, HELD IN THE CITY HALL COMMISSION CHAMBERS, 100 NORTH U.S. #1, FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA, AT 4:30 P.M. ON MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2021.
1.
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Hudson called the meeting to order at 4:30 p.m.
Mayor Hudson recessed the meeting at 5:05 p.m. to provide for the special meeting. Mayor Hudson resumed the meeting at 5:10 p.m.
2.
OPENING PRAYER - Rev. Liz Roundtree, Antioch Missionary Baptist Church
3.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4.
ROLL CALL
- Present:
- Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr.; Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson; Commissioner Thomas Perona; Mayor Linda Hudson
- Staff Present:
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- City Clerk Linda Cox
- City Manager Nicholas Mimms
- Interim City Attorney Tanya Earley
5.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES - there will be no approval of minutes.
6.
PROCLAMATIONS
a.
Manufacturing Awareness Month Proclamation being received by Jerry Jacques and/or Pete Tesch
b.
Constitution Week Proclamation being received by Lurana C. Hillard of Cora Stickney Harper Chapter
7.
LETTERS TO COMMISSION
a.
Letter from Bob Calhoun with St. Lucie Habitat for Humanity thanking the City of Fort Pierce for a CDBG grant allocation of $5,000.
8.
COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC ON AGENDA ITEMS NOT REQUIRING PUBLIC HEARINGS
Any person who wishes to comment on an agenda item which is not under Public Hearings on the Agenda may be heard at this time and must sign up to speak in advance. 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 an agenda item which is not under Public Hearings on the Agenda may be heard at this time and must sign up to speak in advance. 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.
There were no public comments.
9.
ADDITIONS OR DELETIONS TO AGENDA AND APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Motion was made by Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, seconded by Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr. to set the agenda as presented.
- AYE:
- Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, Commissioner Thomas Perona, Mayor Linda Hudson
Passed
10.
MISCELLANEOUS REPORTS
a.
St. Lucie County Public Transportation Municipal Services Taxing Unit – Presentation on extension of Interlocal Agreement between the City of Fort Pierce and St. Lucie County
Mr. Bill Ball, Chief Operating Officer of Tindale Oliver, provided an overview on the St. Lucie County transit services and how it has been progressively increasing in our city throughout the years. They are requesting the approval of the Interlocal Agreement between City of Fort Pierce and St. Lucie County for the Public Transit Municipal Services Taxing Unit which is on the consent agenda.
Mr. Ball indicated that there is an estimated five times return on investment for the funding of the services. He also shared that the types of transit continues to evolve in response to the new development in the County. In response to an inquiry about bus shelters, Mr. Ball confirmed that shelters are included in the 10-year transit plan and they continue to evaluate the need.
Mr. Ball indicated that there is an estimated five times return on investment for the funding of the services. He also shared that the types of transit continues to evolve in response to the new development in the County. In response to an inquiry about bus shelters, Mr. Ball confirmed that shelters are included in the 10-year transit plan and they continue to evaluate the need.
11.
CONSENT AGENDA
a.
Approve award of design services to Marlin Engineering, Inc., (Ref. RFQ No. 2019-027 - Professional Engineering Services) for a portion of the SUNTRAIL passing through Fort Pierce in an amount not to exceed $282,019.21; amount is 100% reimbursable from FDOT.
b.
Approve award of the Bid No. 2021-036, Porpoise Avenue Beach Access Parking Improvements construction contract to the low bidder, PavCo Contracting, Inc., in an amount not to exceed $290,479.29.
c.
Approve staff recommendation in response to request to reduce lot clearing and demolition fees in the amount of $19,488.32 against 1501 Avenue D, Fort Pierce, FL, Parcel ID# 2409-506-0006-000/6 owned by Comian X2 Tax Lien Fund, by waiving the interest, penalties and a portion of the administrative costs in the amount of $11,940.60, leaving a balance due of $7,548.38 payable in 60 days. The applicant, Vincent Marcellino, 8015 Plantation Lakes Drive, Port St. Lucie, FL 34986, is asking to waive all costs including the hard costs in the amount of $19,488.32 leaving a balance due of $0.00, which requires the item be pulled from the Consent Agenda with a direct vote of the City Commission.
d.
Approve awarding Bid No. 2021-029 Landscape Maintenance of Medians to Higher Ground Land Services, Okeechobee, FL in the amount of $51,000.00.
e.
Approve contract with L&S Enterprises, LLC, as a single source purchase, to replace missing light fixtures along Seaway and S. Ocean Drive for an amount not to exceed $68,568.00.
f.
Approval of Blanket Purchase Orders for the Public Works Department for Fiscal Year 2021-2022 to ensure efficient maintenance, service and repair of all City owned facilities, amenities and equipment, in the total budgeted amount of $3,658,139.42.
g.
Approval of Axon Officer Safety Plan 7+ for a five (5) year contract in the total amount of $2,473,199.80 and is funded from the American Rescue Plan.
h.
Approve Change Order Increase of $8,400.00 awarded to KIB Construction Corp to include the installation of flooring for the emergency rehabilitation project at 1114 Colonial Road, Fort Pierce.
i.
Approve agreement with Professional Facilities Management for Consulting Services for the Sunrise Theatre in an amount not to exceed $120,000.00.
j.
Approval of Amended and Restated Interlocal Agreement between City of Fort Pierce and St. Lucie County for the Public Transit MSTU.
Motion was made by Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., seconded by Commissioner Thomas Perona to approve consent agenda items 11 a, b, c, d, e, f, g, h, i, j.
- AYE:
- Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, Commissioner Thomas Perona, Mayor Linda Hudson
Passed
12.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
a.
Quasi-Judicial Hearing - Application for a Site Plan (Development Review and Design Review) submitted by Property Owner, RV Development LLC, and Representative, Engineering, Design, & Construction Inc, to construct and operate an RV sales and service development at or near 2398 Peters Road in Fort Pierce, FL. The properties are zoned General Commercial Zone (C-3). Parcel IDs: 2324-123-0000-000-9 & 2324-122-0001-000-3
Linda Cox, City Clerk, introduced the application for a Site Plan (Development Review and Design Review) submitted by Property Owner, RV Development LLC, and Representative, Engineering, Design, & Construction Inc, to construct and operate an RV sales and service development at or near 2398 Peters Road in Fort Pierce, FL.
Mayor Hudson asked all present to listen carefully to what Interim City Attorney, Tanya Earley, would read regarding Quasi-Judicial Hearings as they apply to all subsequent Quasi-Judicial Hearings tonight. Tanya Earley, Interim City Attorney, reviewed the quasi-judicial hearing rules and procedures.
Mayor Linda Hudson called the proceeding to order.
City Clerk, Linda Cox, confirmed the City complied with advertisement and notice requirements.
Mayor Linda Hudson inquired with the Commission regarding ex-parte communications and asked City Clerk Linda Cox to call the roll.
Commissioner C. Johnson: No.
Commissioner J. Johnson: No.
Commissioner Perona: No.
Mayor Hudson: No.
City Clerk, Linda Cox, was asked to swear in those wanting to speak during this Quasi-Judicial hearing. Individuals in the audience were sworn in.
Staff presentation: Brandon Creagan, Senior Planner, indicated that in accordance with Sections 125-187, 125-200, 125-313, and 125-314 of the City Code, the property owner and applicant/representative are seeking Site Plan (Development Review and Design Review) approval to construct and operate a 39,200 square foot building for the retail sale and service of RVs and golf carts with associated site improvements. The property has a Future Land Use of General Commercial (GC) and a compatible zoning classification of General Commercial (C-3).
The project is proposing one (1) 39,200 square foot building proposed for retail sale and service of RVs and golf carts. The building itself will be divided into three (3) areas, consisting of 19,200 square feet of office/sales, 16,000 square feet of service bays, and 4,000 square feet for use as a body shop. All of the proposed uses are permitted by right pursuant to City Code 125-187, allowed uses.
Planning Staff recommends APPROVAL of the project with the following Conditions:
1.The tree mitigation as outlined in the tree mitigation plan shall be paid before the issuance of a Building Permit.
2.A Landscape Bond for all site landscaping shall be provided pursuant to City Code 123-6 prior the issuance of the Final Certificate of Occupancy for the site.
3.At the time of Building Permit review, littoral plantings shall be provided on the Landscape Plan surrounding the lake area.
Applicant presentation: Brad Currie, Engineering, Design and Construction, was available for any questions.
There were no comments from the public.
Mayor Hudson closed the public hearing and indicated now was the time for deliberations.
Mayor Hudson asked all present to listen carefully to what Interim City Attorney, Tanya Earley, would read regarding Quasi-Judicial Hearings as they apply to all subsequent Quasi-Judicial Hearings tonight. Tanya Earley, Interim City Attorney, reviewed the quasi-judicial hearing rules and procedures.
Mayor Linda Hudson called the proceeding to order.
City Clerk, Linda Cox, confirmed the City complied with advertisement and notice requirements.
Mayor Linda Hudson inquired with the Commission regarding ex-parte communications and asked City Clerk Linda Cox to call the roll.
Commissioner C. Johnson: No.
Commissioner J. Johnson: No.
Commissioner Perona: No.
Mayor Hudson: No.
City Clerk, Linda Cox, was asked to swear in those wanting to speak during this Quasi-Judicial hearing. Individuals in the audience were sworn in.
Staff presentation: Brandon Creagan, Senior Planner, indicated that in accordance with Sections 125-187, 125-200, 125-313, and 125-314 of the City Code, the property owner and applicant/representative are seeking Site Plan (Development Review and Design Review) approval to construct and operate a 39,200 square foot building for the retail sale and service of RVs and golf carts with associated site improvements. The property has a Future Land Use of General Commercial (GC) and a compatible zoning classification of General Commercial (C-3).
The project is proposing one (1) 39,200 square foot building proposed for retail sale and service of RVs and golf carts. The building itself will be divided into three (3) areas, consisting of 19,200 square feet of office/sales, 16,000 square feet of service bays, and 4,000 square feet for use as a body shop. All of the proposed uses are permitted by right pursuant to City Code 125-187, allowed uses.
Planning Staff recommends APPROVAL of the project with the following Conditions:
1.The tree mitigation as outlined in the tree mitigation plan shall be paid before the issuance of a Building Permit.
2.A Landscape Bond for all site landscaping shall be provided pursuant to City Code 123-6 prior the issuance of the Final Certificate of Occupancy for the site.
3.At the time of Building Permit review, littoral plantings shall be provided on the Landscape Plan surrounding the lake area.
Applicant presentation: Brad Currie, Engineering, Design and Construction, was available for any questions.
There were no comments from the public.
Mayor Hudson closed the public hearing and indicated now was the time for deliberations.
Motion was made by Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, seconded by Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr. to approve item 12 a with the 3 staff conditions.
- AYE:
- Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, Commissioner Thomas Perona, Mayor Linda Hudson
Passed
b.
Quasi-Judicial Hearing - Application for a Conditional Use with New Construction and a Site Plan (Development and Design Review) submitted by Property Owner, Patricia Farley, and Representative, Engineering, Design, & Construction Inc, to construct and operate a development that will contain office/flex space and RV storage at 2564 S. Kings Highway in Fort Pierce, FL. The property is zoned General Commercial Zone (C-3). Parcel ID: 2324-233-0000-000-7
Linda Cox, City Clerk, introduced the application for a Conditional Use with New Construction and a Site Plan (Development and Design Review) submitted by Property Owner, Patricia Farley, and Representative, Engineering, Design, & Construction Inc, to construct and operate a development that will contain office/flex space and RV storage at 2564 S. Kings Highway in Fort Pierce, FL.
Mayor Hudson reminded everyone that the quasi-judicial hearing rules and procedures are still in effect.
Mayor Linda Hudson called the proceeding to order.
City Clerk, Linda Cox, confirmed the City complied with advertisement and notice requirements.
Mayor Linda Hudson inquired with the Commission regarding ex-parte communications and asked City Clerk Linda Cox to call the roll.
Commissioner C. Johnson: No.
Commissioner J. Johnson: No.
Commissioner Perona: No.
Mayor Hudson: No.
City Clerk, Linda Cox, was asked to swear in those wanting to speak during this Quasi-Judicial hearing. Individuals in the audience were sworn in.
Staff presentation: Brandon Creagan, Senior Planner, in accordance with Sections 125-187, 125-200, 125-237, 125-313, and 125-314 of the City Code, the applicant and representative are seeking Conditional Use with New Construction and Site Plan (Development Review and Design Review) approval to construct two (2) buildings totaling 88,748 square feet of office/flex space and one (1) 33,190 square foot building for RV storage with associated site improvements. The property has a Future Land Use of General Commercial (GC) and a compatible zoning classification of General Commercial (C-3).
The Planning Board at their meeting on August 9, 2021, voted 7-0 to recommend approval of the request as presented
Planning Staff recommends APPROVAL of the project with the following Conditions:
1. The tree mitigation fee as outlined in the Arboriculture Tree Report that was provided by the applicant shall be paid prior to the issuance of a Building Permit.
2. A Landscape Bond for all site landscaping shall be provided pursuant to City Code 123-6 prior the issuance of the first Final Certificate of Occupancy for the site.
3. Up-lighting shall be provided within landscaped areas and around each building to enhance the security and visibility of this site. This shall be added as part of the Building Permit.
Applicant presentation: Brad Currie, Engineering, Design and Construction, was available for any questions.
There were no comments from the public.
Mayor Hudson closed the public hearing and indicated now was the time for deliberations.
Mayor Hudson reminded everyone that the quasi-judicial hearing rules and procedures are still in effect.
Mayor Linda Hudson called the proceeding to order.
City Clerk, Linda Cox, confirmed the City complied with advertisement and notice requirements.
Mayor Linda Hudson inquired with the Commission regarding ex-parte communications and asked City Clerk Linda Cox to call the roll.
Commissioner C. Johnson: No.
Commissioner J. Johnson: No.
Commissioner Perona: No.
Mayor Hudson: No.
City Clerk, Linda Cox, was asked to swear in those wanting to speak during this Quasi-Judicial hearing. Individuals in the audience were sworn in.
Staff presentation: Brandon Creagan, Senior Planner, in accordance with Sections 125-187, 125-200, 125-237, 125-313, and 125-314 of the City Code, the applicant and representative are seeking Conditional Use with New Construction and Site Plan (Development Review and Design Review) approval to construct two (2) buildings totaling 88,748 square feet of office/flex space and one (1) 33,190 square foot building for RV storage with associated site improvements. The property has a Future Land Use of General Commercial (GC) and a compatible zoning classification of General Commercial (C-3).
The Planning Board at their meeting on August 9, 2021, voted 7-0 to recommend approval of the request as presented
Planning Staff recommends APPROVAL of the project with the following Conditions:
1. The tree mitigation fee as outlined in the Arboriculture Tree Report that was provided by the applicant shall be paid prior to the issuance of a Building Permit.
2. A Landscape Bond for all site landscaping shall be provided pursuant to City Code 123-6 prior the issuance of the first Final Certificate of Occupancy for the site.
3. Up-lighting shall be provided within landscaped areas and around each building to enhance the security and visibility of this site. This shall be added as part of the Building Permit.
Applicant presentation: Brad Currie, Engineering, Design and Construction, was available for any questions.
There were no comments from the public.
Mayor Hudson closed the public hearing and indicated now was the time for deliberations.
Motion was made by Commissioner Thomas Perona, seconded by Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson to approve item 12b with the 3 staff conditions.
- AYE:
- Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, Commissioner Thomas Perona, Mayor Linda Hudson
Passed
c.
Quasi-Judicial Hearing - Application for a Site Plan (Development Review and Design Review) submitted by Property Owners, Kings Hwy Commerce Park LLC, Australian Properties LLC, Kings Highway Commercial South LLC, RV Development LLC, Great American RV Prop LLC, and Grady Sapp, along with Representative, JHI Inc, to construct and operate a warehouse, office, and flex space development at or near 2496 S. Kings Highway in Fort Pierce, FL. The properties are zoned Commercial Parkway Zone (CP-1). Parcel IDs: 2324-210-0000-000-6, 2324-211-0002-000-3, 2324-232-0000-000-4, 2324-211-0001-000-6, 2324-214-0001-000-5, 2324-214-0002-000-2, 2324-241-0004-000-0, 2324-241-0002-000-6, and 2324-241-0003-000-3
Linda Cox, City Clerk, introduced the application for a Site Plan (Development Review and Design Review) submitted by Property Owners, Kings Hwy Commerce Park LLC, Australian Properties LLC, Kings Highway Commercial South LLC, RV Development LLC, Great American RV Prop LLC, and Grady Sapp, along with Representative, JHI Inc, to construct and operate a warehouse, office, and flex space development at or near 2496 S. Kings Highway in Fort Pierce, FL.
Mayor Hudson reminded everyone that the quasi-judicial hearing rules and procedures are still in effect.
Mayor Linda Hudson called the proceeding to order.
City Clerk, Linda Cox, confirmed the City complied with advertisement and notice requirements.
Mayor Linda Hudson inquired with the Commission regarding ex-parte communications and asked City Clerk Linda Cox to call the roll.
Commissioner C. Johnson: No.
Commissioner J. Johnson: No.
Commissioner Perona: No.
Mayor Hudson: No.
City Clerk, Linda Cox, was asked to swear in those wanting to speak during this Quasi-Judicial hearing. Individuals in the audience were sworn in.
Staff presentation: Brandon Creagan, Senior Planner, sworn, presented the site plan for the construction of two buildings for office and warehouse space. He mentioned staff recommends approval subject to two conditions:
Applicant, Jeff Irvani, sworn, was available for questions.
Commissioner Curtis Johnson stated how excited he is that Kings Highway is expanding.
Mayor Hudson opened the public hearing,
Seeing no one, she closed the public hearing.
Mayor Hudson reminded everyone that the quasi-judicial hearing rules and procedures are still in effect.
Mayor Linda Hudson called the proceeding to order.
City Clerk, Linda Cox, confirmed the City complied with advertisement and notice requirements.
Mayor Linda Hudson inquired with the Commission regarding ex-parte communications and asked City Clerk Linda Cox to call the roll.
Commissioner C. Johnson: No.
Commissioner J. Johnson: No.
Commissioner Perona: No.
Mayor Hudson: No.
City Clerk, Linda Cox, was asked to swear in those wanting to speak during this Quasi-Judicial hearing. Individuals in the audience were sworn in.
Staff presentation: Brandon Creagan, Senior Planner, sworn, presented the site plan for the construction of two buildings for office and warehouse space. He mentioned staff recommends approval subject to two conditions:
- A Landscape Bond for all site landscaping shall be provided pursuant to City Code 123-6 prior the issuance of the first Final Certificate of Occupancy for the site.
- Prior to the issuance of a site work permit all properties that make up this development will need to be combined with a parcel combination with the St. Lucie County Property Appraiser’s Office and a Unity of Title with the St. Lucie County Clerk of Courts.
Applicant, Jeff Irvani, sworn, was available for questions.
Commissioner Curtis Johnson stated how excited he is that Kings Highway is expanding.
Mayor Hudson opened the public hearing,
Seeing no one, she closed the public hearing.
Motion was made by Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., seconded by Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson to approve with staff recommendations.
- AYE:
- Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, Commissioner Thomas Perona, Mayor Linda Hudson
Passed
d.
Quasi-Judicial Hearing - Review and approval of an application for Subdivision (Preliminary Plat), submitted by property owner, Surfside Land, LLC & applicant/representative Schulke, Bittle, & Stoddard, LLC, to subdivide approximately 0.54 acres of land at or near the east side of Surfside Drive, located approximately 200 feet east of South Ocean Drive in Fort Pierce, FL. The property is zoned Hutchinson Island Medium Density Residential (R-4A). Parcel ID: 2412-501-0132-000-3.
Linda Cox, City Clerk, introduced the application for a Subdivision (Preliminary Plat), submitted by property owner, Surfside Land, LLC & applicant/representative Schulke, Bittle, & Stoddard, LLC, to subdivide approximately 0.54 acres of land at or near the east side of Surfside Drive, located approximately 200 feet east of South Ocean Drive in Fort Pierce, FL.
Mayor Hudson reminded everyone that the quasi-judicial hearing rules and procedures are still in effect.
Mayor Linda Hudson called the proceeding to order.
City Clerk, Linda Cox, confirmed the City complied with advertisement and notice requirements.
Mayor Linda Hudson inquired with the Commission regarding ex-parte communications and asked City Clerk Linda Cox to call the roll.
Commissioner C. Johnson: No.
Commissioner J. Johnson: No.
Commissioner Perona: No.
Mayor Hudson: No.
City Clerk, Linda Cox, was asked to swear in those wanting to speak during this Quasi-Judicial hearing. Individuals in the audience were sworn in.
Staff presentation: Brandon Creagan, Senior Planner, sworn, presented the application ror Subdivision. Staff recommends approval with one condition:
Applicant, Bill Stoddard, sworn, was available for questions.
Mayor Hudson opened the public hearing,
Seeing no one, she closed the public hearing.
Mayor Hudson reminded everyone that the quasi-judicial hearing rules and procedures are still in effect.
Mayor Linda Hudson called the proceeding to order.
City Clerk, Linda Cox, confirmed the City complied with advertisement and notice requirements.
Mayor Linda Hudson inquired with the Commission regarding ex-parte communications and asked City Clerk Linda Cox to call the roll.
Commissioner C. Johnson: No.
Commissioner J. Johnson: No.
Commissioner Perona: No.
Mayor Hudson: No.
City Clerk, Linda Cox, was asked to swear in those wanting to speak during this Quasi-Judicial hearing. Individuals in the audience were sworn in.
Staff presentation: Brandon Creagan, Senior Planner, sworn, presented the application ror Subdivision. Staff recommends approval with one condition:
- Final Plat Approval in accordance with Chapter 121 (Subdivisions) of the City Code shall be obtained prior to the issuance of the building permit for development of the site.
Applicant, Bill Stoddard, sworn, was available for questions.
Mayor Hudson opened the public hearing,
Seeing no one, she closed the public hearing.
Motion was made by Commissioner Thomas Perona, seconded by Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson to approve with staff recommendation.
- AYE:
- Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, Commissioner Thomas Perona, Mayor Linda Hudson
Passed
e.
Legislative Hearing - Ordinance 21-032 establishing Mayor and Commission compensation by ordinance, and clarifying the method of changing compensation in the future. SECOND READING
City Clerk Linda Cox introduced the ordinance, read by title only, into the record.
ORDINANCE NO. 21-032 AN ORDINANCE BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 2, ARTICLE II., DIVISION 1, SEC. 2-19 COMPENSATION OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES; ESTABLISHING THE COMPENSATION DUE TO MAYOR AND COMMISSIONERS AND CLARIFYING THE METHOD OF CHANGING COMPENSATION; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES OR PARTS OF ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. SECOND READING
Mayor Hudson opened the public hearing. Seeing no one, she closed the public hearing.
ORDINANCE NO. 21-032 AN ORDINANCE BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 2, ARTICLE II., DIVISION 1, SEC. 2-19 COMPENSATION OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES; ESTABLISHING THE COMPENSATION DUE TO MAYOR AND COMMISSIONERS AND CLARIFYING THE METHOD OF CHANGING COMPENSATION; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES OR PARTS OF ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. SECOND READING
Mayor Hudson opened the public hearing. Seeing no one, she closed the public hearing.
Motion was made by Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., seconded by Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson to approve Ordinance 21-032.
- AYE:
- Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, Commissioner Thomas Perona, Mayor Linda Hudson
Passed
f.
Legislative Hearing - Ordinance 21-033 amending Chapter 2, Sec. 2-49 to modify the order of business of City Commission Meetings and amending Sec. 2-48 to address remote participation by City Commissioners at their meetings. SECOND READING
City Clerk Linda Cox introduced the ordinance, read by title only, into the record.
ORDINANCE NO. 21-033
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA AMENDING THE PROVISIONS OF FORT PIERCE CODE OF ORDINANCES, CHAPTER 2, ADMINISTRATION, ARTICLE II. – CITY COMMISSION, DIVISION 2. MEETINGS, SECTION 2-48 – ABSENCES; RELATING TO REMOTE PARTICIPATION AND SECTION 2-49 PROCEDURE-GENERALLY; RELATING TO ORDER OF BUSINESS; PROVIDING FOR A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; REPEALING ORDINANCES OR PARTS THEREOF IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. SECOND READING
Mayor Hudson opened the Public Hearing. Seeing no one, she closed the Public Hearing.
ORDINANCE NO. 21-033
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA AMENDING THE PROVISIONS OF FORT PIERCE CODE OF ORDINANCES, CHAPTER 2, ADMINISTRATION, ARTICLE II. – CITY COMMISSION, DIVISION 2. MEETINGS, SECTION 2-48 – ABSENCES; RELATING TO REMOTE PARTICIPATION AND SECTION 2-49 PROCEDURE-GENERALLY; RELATING TO ORDER OF BUSINESS; PROVIDING FOR A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; REPEALING ORDINANCES OR PARTS THEREOF IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. SECOND READING
Mayor Hudson opened the Public Hearing. Seeing no one, she closed the Public Hearing.
Motion was made by Commissioner Thomas Perona, seconded by Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr. to approve Ordinance 21-033.
- AYE:
- Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, Commissioner Thomas Perona, Mayor Linda Hudson
Passed
g.
Legislative Hearing - Ordinance 21-034 - extending the territorial limits of the City of Fort Pierce, to a property at or near 1701 Woodward Drive in Fort Pierce, Florida. SECOND READING
City Clerk Linda Cox introduced the ordinance, read by title only, into the record.
ORDINANCE NO. 21-034
AN ORDINANCE EXTENDING THE TERRITORIAL LIMITS OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA, TO INCLUDE A PARCEL AT OR NEAR 1701 WOODWARD DRIVE IN FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA AND SHOWN ON EXHIBIT A; DIRECTING THE ST. LUCIE COUNTY PROPERTY APPRAISER TO ASSESS SAID PROPERTY AND PLACE IT ON THE CITY TAX ROLLS AS OF JANUARY 1, 2022; DIRECTING THE ST. LUCIE COUNTY TAX COLLECTOR TO COLLECT TAXES ON THE HEREIN DESCRIBED PROPERTY; ESTABLISHING THE ZONING DESIGNATION; ESTABLISHING THE LAND USE DESIGNATION; DIRECTING FILING OF THE ORDINANCE WITH THE CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT AND CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY; DIRECTING REVISION OF THE CHARTER BOUNDARY ARTICLE TO BE FILED WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND SUBMITTED TO THE OFFICE OF ECONOMIC AND DEMOGRAPHIC RESEARCH; PROVIDING FOR A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES OR PARTS THEREOF IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. SECOND READING
Mayor Hudson opened the Public Hearing. Seeing no one, she closed the Public Hearing.
ORDINANCE NO. 21-034
AN ORDINANCE EXTENDING THE TERRITORIAL LIMITS OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA, TO INCLUDE A PARCEL AT OR NEAR 1701 WOODWARD DRIVE IN FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA AND SHOWN ON EXHIBIT A; DIRECTING THE ST. LUCIE COUNTY PROPERTY APPRAISER TO ASSESS SAID PROPERTY AND PLACE IT ON THE CITY TAX ROLLS AS OF JANUARY 1, 2022; DIRECTING THE ST. LUCIE COUNTY TAX COLLECTOR TO COLLECT TAXES ON THE HEREIN DESCRIBED PROPERTY; ESTABLISHING THE ZONING DESIGNATION; ESTABLISHING THE LAND USE DESIGNATION; DIRECTING FILING OF THE ORDINANCE WITH THE CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT AND CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY; DIRECTING REVISION OF THE CHARTER BOUNDARY ARTICLE TO BE FILED WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND SUBMITTED TO THE OFFICE OF ECONOMIC AND DEMOGRAPHIC RESEARCH; PROVIDING FOR A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES OR PARTS THEREOF IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. SECOND READING
Mayor Hudson opened the Public Hearing. Seeing no one, she closed the Public Hearing.
Motion was made by Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, seconded by Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr. to approve Ordinance. 21-034.
- AYE:
- Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, Commissioner Thomas Perona, Mayor Linda Hudson
Passed
h.
Legislative Hearing - Ordinance 21-035 Establishing the Preserve at Savannah Lakes Community Development District. FIRST READING
City Clerk Linda Cox introduced the ordinance, read by title only, into the record.
ORDINANCE NO. 21-035
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA, ESTABLISHING THE PRESERVE AT SAVANNAH LAKES COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 190, FLORIDA STATUTES; NAMING THE DISTRICT; DESCRIBING THE EXTERNAL BOUNDARIES OF THE DISTRICT; DESCRIBING THE FUNCTIONS AND POWERS OF THE DISTRICT; DESIGNATING FIVE PERSONS TO SERVE AS THE INITIAL MEMBERS OF THE DISTRICT'S BOARD OF SUPERVISORS; PROVIDING NOTICE OF REQUIREMENTS; PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING FOR THE ADMINISTRATIVE CORRECTION OF SCRIVENER’S ERRORS; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. FIRST READING
Tanya Earley, Interim City Attorney, explained that this is a petition to create a Community Development District (CDD) and is not a matter upon which Staff would make a presentation. The petitioner's are available to make the presentation.
Mayor Hudson opened the public hearing.
Jere Earlywine, Attorney for the Petitioner, Kolter Group Acquisitions, along with Dennis Murphy, Culpepper and Terpening, provided a brief overview of the Petition to create a Community Development District for the Preserve at Savannah Lakes. The proposed CDD is generally located just east of US Highway 1, south of high Pointe, west of Savanna's Preserve and north of Gator Trace PUD. The property is intended to be developed as a single-family or multi-family residential development and contains approximately 125.52+/- acres. The proposed CDD is designed to provide a financing mechanism for the public infrastructure improvements estimated to cost approximately $17,457,000. They explained the pros and cons of the creation of the CDD and stressed that this is simply the first step towards creating a formal development plan which will come back before the City Commission at a later date.
Seeing no one else, Mayor Hudson closed the public hearing.
ORDINANCE NO. 21-035
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA, ESTABLISHING THE PRESERVE AT SAVANNAH LAKES COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 190, FLORIDA STATUTES; NAMING THE DISTRICT; DESCRIBING THE EXTERNAL BOUNDARIES OF THE DISTRICT; DESCRIBING THE FUNCTIONS AND POWERS OF THE DISTRICT; DESIGNATING FIVE PERSONS TO SERVE AS THE INITIAL MEMBERS OF THE DISTRICT'S BOARD OF SUPERVISORS; PROVIDING NOTICE OF REQUIREMENTS; PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING FOR THE ADMINISTRATIVE CORRECTION OF SCRIVENER’S ERRORS; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. FIRST READING
Tanya Earley, Interim City Attorney, explained that this is a petition to create a Community Development District (CDD) and is not a matter upon which Staff would make a presentation. The petitioner's are available to make the presentation.
Mayor Hudson opened the public hearing.
Jere Earlywine, Attorney for the Petitioner, Kolter Group Acquisitions, along with Dennis Murphy, Culpepper and Terpening, provided a brief overview of the Petition to create a Community Development District for the Preserve at Savannah Lakes. The proposed CDD is generally located just east of US Highway 1, south of high Pointe, west of Savanna's Preserve and north of Gator Trace PUD. The property is intended to be developed as a single-family or multi-family residential development and contains approximately 125.52+/- acres. The proposed CDD is designed to provide a financing mechanism for the public infrastructure improvements estimated to cost approximately $17,457,000. They explained the pros and cons of the creation of the CDD and stressed that this is simply the first step towards creating a formal development plan which will come back before the City Commission at a later date.
Seeing no one else, Mayor Hudson closed the public hearing.
Motion was made by Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, seconded by Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr. to approve Ordinance No. 21-035.
- AYE:
- Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, Commissioner Thomas Perona, Mayor Linda Hudson
Passed
13.
CITY COMMISSION
a.
Resolution No. 21-R51 determining that the structure located at 435 N 16th Street is unsafe, has been condemned in accordance with the International Property Maintenance Code as adopted by the City Commission and should be demolished. A hearing to determine this matter is scheduled before the City Commission on October 18, 2021.
City Clerk Linda Cox introduced the resolution, read by title only, into the record.
RESOLUTION NO. 21-R51
A RESOLUTION DETERMINING THAT A CERTAIN BUILDING OR STRUCTURE LOCATED AT 435 N 16TH STREET IN FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA, 34950 IS UNSAFE AND A NUISANCE THAT CONSTITUTES A MENACE TO THE BUSINESS, HEALTH AND SAFETY OF THE COMMUNITY; AND THAT ALL PARTIES OF INTEREST MUST SHOW CAUSE WHY THE STRUCTURE SHOULD NOT BE DEMOLISHED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE; AND NOTIFYING ALL PARTIES OF POTENTIAL ACTION BY THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE FOR FAILURE TO ACT; AND THAT A PUBLIC HEARING BE HELD AT THE REGULARLY SCHEDULED CITY COMMISSION MEETING ON OCTOBER 18, 2021 AT 4:30 PM, IN THE CITY COMMISSION CHAMBERS LOCATED AT 100 NORTH US HIGHWAY 1, FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA; AND PROVIDING FOR NOTICE TO ALL PARTIES.
RESOLUTION NO. 21-R51
A RESOLUTION DETERMINING THAT A CERTAIN BUILDING OR STRUCTURE LOCATED AT 435 N 16TH STREET IN FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA, 34950 IS UNSAFE AND A NUISANCE THAT CONSTITUTES A MENACE TO THE BUSINESS, HEALTH AND SAFETY OF THE COMMUNITY; AND THAT ALL PARTIES OF INTEREST MUST SHOW CAUSE WHY THE STRUCTURE SHOULD NOT BE DEMOLISHED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE; AND NOTIFYING ALL PARTIES OF POTENTIAL ACTION BY THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE FOR FAILURE TO ACT; AND THAT A PUBLIC HEARING BE HELD AT THE REGULARLY SCHEDULED CITY COMMISSION MEETING ON OCTOBER 18, 2021 AT 4:30 PM, IN THE CITY COMMISSION CHAMBERS LOCATED AT 100 NORTH US HIGHWAY 1, FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA; AND PROVIDING FOR NOTICE TO ALL PARTIES.
Motion was made by Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., seconded by Commissioner Thomas Perona to approve Resolution 21-R51.
- AYE:
- Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, Commissioner Thomas Perona, Mayor Linda Hudson
Passed
b.
Resolution No. 21-R52 appointing members to serve on the Fort Pierce Youth Advisory Committee.
City Clerk Linda Cox introduced the resolution, read by title only, into the record.
RESOLUTION NO. 21-R52
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA, CERTIFYING THE APPOINTMENT OF MEMBERS TO THE YOUTH ADVISORY COUNCIL; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Commissioner Curtis Johnson appointed Lishonda Franklin.
Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson appointed Lita Moore.
Commissioner Tom Perona appointed Grace Fee.
Mayor Hudson appointed Lily Crawford.
Mia Morrison was appointed as the District 1 vacant commissioner representative.
Sara Cheney and Jennifer Barajas will serve as at-large members.
RESOLUTION NO. 21-R52
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA, CERTIFYING THE APPOINTMENT OF MEMBERS TO THE YOUTH ADVISORY COUNCIL; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Commissioner Curtis Johnson appointed Lishonda Franklin.
Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson appointed Lita Moore.
Commissioner Tom Perona appointed Grace Fee.
Mayor Hudson appointed Lily Crawford.
Mia Morrison was appointed as the District 1 vacant commissioner representative.
Sara Cheney and Jennifer Barajas will serve as at-large members.
Motion was made by Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, seconded by Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr. to approve Resolution No. 21-R52.
- AYE:
- Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, Commissioner Thomas Perona, Mayor Linda Hudson
Passed
14.
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.
Brandon Creagan
15.
COMMENTS FROM THE CITY MANAGER
City Manager, Nick Mimms mentioned the Code Enforcement office has additional personnel on part-time for parking enforcement and to ensure City parks are being used as intended.
Interim City Attorney, Tanya Earley has no comments.
City Clerk Linda Cox mentioned the City Attorney interview meetings are scheduled for the one on one interview with each of the Commissioners. She also mentioned the FPUA interview meetings are scheduled for October 6 from 3pm-5pm with the vote on the October 18th meeting.
Interim City Attorney, Tanya Earley has no comments.
City Clerk Linda Cox mentioned the City Attorney interview meetings are scheduled for the one on one interview with each of the Commissioners. She also mentioned the FPUA interview meetings are scheduled for October 6 from 3pm-5pm with the vote on the October 18th meeting.
16.
COMMENTS FROM THE COMMISSION
Commissioner Thomas Perona addressed his concern with reassessing the districts with the information from the latest Census data.
Commissioner Curtis Johnson mentioned his excitement for all the new development coming to the City of Fort Pierce. He discussed Lincoln Park Main Street moving to the Means Court Center and how it will allow for growth and expansion.
Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson spoke on the Consent agenda items that were approved tonight, like partnering with Marlin and FDOT on the Suntrail, the safety plan for the City, and the partnership with St. Lucie County on public transportation.
Mayor Linda Hudson mentioned how excited she is with the partnership with Axon for the community safety. She stated the cannon that the Public Works and Lions Club have is finally ready to mount to a carriage. She mentioned the loss of another Highwayman, Willie Daniels. She announced Fort Pierce will be hosting the World Firefighter Combat Challenge this year November 2nd through the 6th, this is a national televised event.
Commissioner Curtis Johnson mentioned his excitement for all the new development coming to the City of Fort Pierce. He discussed Lincoln Park Main Street moving to the Means Court Center and how it will allow for growth and expansion.
Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson spoke on the Consent agenda items that were approved tonight, like partnering with Marlin and FDOT on the Suntrail, the safety plan for the City, and the partnership with St. Lucie County on public transportation.
Mayor Linda Hudson mentioned how excited she is with the partnership with Axon for the community safety. She stated the cannon that the Public Works and Lions Club have is finally ready to mount to a carriage. She mentioned the loss of another Highwayman, Willie Daniels. She announced Fort Pierce will be hosting the World Firefighter Combat Challenge this year November 2nd through the 6th, this is a national televised event.
17.
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.
Mayor Hudson adjourned the meeting at 6:24 p.m.
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