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 5:05 P.M. ON MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 2023.
1.
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Hudson called the September 18, 2023, Regular Meeting of the City Commission to order at 5:05 P.M.
2.
OPENING PRAYER - Pastor Craig Cramer with Westside Church
3.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4.
ROLL CALL
- Present:
- Commissioner Michael Broderick; Commissioner Arnold Gaines; Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr.; Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson; Mayor Linda Hudson
- Staff Present:
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- City Clerk Linda Cox
- City Manager Nicholas Mimms
- Interim City Attorney Sara Hedges
5.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
a.
Approval of the Minutes from the September 05, 2023 Meeting and Budget Hearing.
Motion was made by Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, seconded by Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr. to approve the minutes of the September 5, 2023, Regular Meeting and Budget Hearing.
- AYE:
- Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Arnold Gaines, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, Mayor Linda Hudson
Passed
b.
Approval of Minutes from the September 11, 2023 Special Meeting.
Motion was made by Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, seconded by Commissioner Arnold Gaines to approve the minutes of the September 11, 2023 Special Meeting.
- AYE:
- Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Arnold Gaines, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, Mayor Linda Hudson
Passed
6.
PROCLAMATIONS
a.
Hunger Action Month
b.
National Disability Employment Awareness Month
c.
Suicide Prevention Awareness Month
7.
LETTERS TO COMMISSION
a.
Rebecca Seaman called the Public Works Department to commend Roger Guadamuz, Sanitation Driver, for his kindness toward her grandson and for doing a good job.
8.
ADDITIONS OR DELETIONS TO AGENDA AND APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Motion was made by Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, seconded by Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr. to approve the agenda as set.
- AYE:
- Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Arnold Gaines, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, Mayor Linda Hudson
Passed
9.
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.
No comments
10.
MISCELLANEOUS REPORTS
11.
CONSENT AGENDA
a.
Approval of travel for Commissioner Curtis Johnson to attend the Florida League of Cities Legislative Policy Member Meeting in Orlando, Florida October 05, 2023 to October 06, 2023 in the amount of $443.64.
b.
Approval to Negotiate with Highest-Ranked Bidder of RFP 2023-008 Parking Availability Counting System, EnSight Technologies.
c.
Approval of the piggy back contract for St. Lucie County Contract C19-02-162 Bid No. 19-013 for striping Delaware Avenue from 17th Street to US 1 to TRP Construction Group, LLC in the amount of $51,445.00.
d.
Approval of Blanket Purchase Orders for the Public Works Department for Fiscal Year 2023-2024 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.
e.
Approval of Amendment to Cyber-Security Grant Awarded Pursuant to Chapter 2022-156, Laws of FL, Specific Appropriation of 2944A.
f.
Approval and acceptance for signature by the Chief Executive of the City of Fort Pierce for the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) FY21 - Project Safe Neighborhoods - Southern District of Florida Grant Program in the amount of $111,597.00, for the purchase of seven community based cameras and approximately $50,000 for overtime to conduct drug and violent crime enforcement.
g.
Approval of Employment Agreement between the City of Fort Pierce and Sara K. Hedges as City Attorney.
h.
Approval of travel for Commissioner Arnold Gaines to attend the Florida League of Cities Legislative Policy Member Meeting in Orlando, Florida October 05, 2023 to October 06, 2023 in the amount of $701.26.
Commissioner Broderick pulled item 11b
Commissioner Gaines pulled item 11f
Commissioner Gaines pulled item 11f
Motion was made by Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, seconded by Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr. to approve items 11a,11c,11d, 11e, 11g and 11h of the Consent Agenda.
- AYE:
- Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Arnold Gaines, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, Mayor Linda Hudson
Passed
As to item 11b
Commissioner Broderick inquired on the cost and requested an overview of the process.
Jack Andrews, City Engineer, commented that the item is to go into negotiations only and provided a brief overview of the processes.
Commissioner Broderick inquired on the cost and requested an overview of the process.
Jack Andrews, City Engineer, commented that the item is to go into negotiations only and provided a brief overview of the processes.
Motion was made by Commissioner Michael Broderick, seconded by Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson to approve item 11b of the Consent Agenda.
- AYE:
- Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Arnold Gaines, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, Mayor Linda Hudson
Passed
As to item 11f
Commissioner Gaines commented on the acceptance of the Project Safe Neighborhoods grant.
Deputy Chief of Police, Kenny Norris thanked the Commission for their support.
Commissioner Curtis Johnson inquired on the Police Department's continued efforts to obtain grants.
Deputy Chief Norris commented on their efforts and the specified neighborhoods for these resources.
Commissioner Gaines commented on the acceptance of the Project Safe Neighborhoods grant.
Deputy Chief of Police, Kenny Norris thanked the Commission for their support.
Commissioner Curtis Johnson inquired on the Police Department's continued efforts to obtain grants.
Deputy Chief Norris commented on their efforts and the specified neighborhoods for these resources.
Motion was made by Commissioner Arnold Gaines, seconded by Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr. to approve item 11f of the Consent Agenda.
- AYE:
- Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Arnold Gaines, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, Mayor Linda Hudson
Passed
12.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
a.
Legislative Hearing - Ordinance 23-049 levying and collecting taxes for Fiscal Year beginning October 1, 2023 and ending September 30, 2024, adopting final millage rate. SECOND READING
City Clerk Linda Cox introduced the Ordinance, read by title only, into the record.
ORDINANCE NO. 23-049 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA; PROVIDING FOR THE LEVYING AND COLLECTING OF TAXES FOR THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA, FOR FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING OCTOBER 1, 2023 AND ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2024, FOR THE PURPOSE OF RAISING SUCH AMOUNT AS MAY BE NECESSARY TO CARRY ON THE GOVERNMENT OF SAID CITY DURING SAID FISCAL YEAR AND TO PAY FUNDS SO COLLECTED INTO THE ACCOUNTS PROVIDED THEREFOR; ADOPTING THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE 2023-24 FISCAL YEAR FINAL MILLAGE RATE; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA:
SECTION 1. The final millage rate of the City of Fort Pierce, Florida, for the Fiscal Year beginning October 1, 2023 and ending September 30, 2024 is hereby levied at the rate of 6.9000 per thousand-dollar valuation for general City purposes; said rate being in excess of the roll-back rate by 10.85%.
SECTION 2. The City Commission of the City of Fort Pierce, Florida hereby levies a tax of 6.9000 per thousand-dollar valuation on all real and personal property within the corporate limits of said City, subject to tax on the first day of January 2023, provided however that such 6.9000 shall not be levied upon property in the City of Fort Pierce exempt under state statute or federal constitution.
SECTION 3. That the City Manager is hereby instructed and directed to certify to the St. Lucie County Property Appraiser the above and forgoing enumerated Millage to be levied for all purposes, for the Fiscal Year beginning October 1, 2023 and ending September 30, 2024 in the said City of Fort Pierce, Florida, pursuant to the provision of the laws of the State of Florida and the Charter of the City of Fort Pierce.
SECTION 4. This ordinance shall be and become effective October 1, 2023.
SECOND READING
Mayor Hudson opened the public hearing.
Seeing no one, she closed the public hearing.
ORDINANCE NO. 23-049 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA; PROVIDING FOR THE LEVYING AND COLLECTING OF TAXES FOR THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA, FOR FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING OCTOBER 1, 2023 AND ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2024, FOR THE PURPOSE OF RAISING SUCH AMOUNT AS MAY BE NECESSARY TO CARRY ON THE GOVERNMENT OF SAID CITY DURING SAID FISCAL YEAR AND TO PAY FUNDS SO COLLECTED INTO THE ACCOUNTS PROVIDED THEREFOR; ADOPTING THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE 2023-24 FISCAL YEAR FINAL MILLAGE RATE; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA:
SECTION 1. The final millage rate of the City of Fort Pierce, Florida, for the Fiscal Year beginning October 1, 2023 and ending September 30, 2024 is hereby levied at the rate of 6.9000 per thousand-dollar valuation for general City purposes; said rate being in excess of the roll-back rate by 10.85%.
SECTION 2. The City Commission of the City of Fort Pierce, Florida hereby levies a tax of 6.9000 per thousand-dollar valuation on all real and personal property within the corporate limits of said City, subject to tax on the first day of January 2023, provided however that such 6.9000 shall not be levied upon property in the City of Fort Pierce exempt under state statute or federal constitution.
SECTION 3. That the City Manager is hereby instructed and directed to certify to the St. Lucie County Property Appraiser the above and forgoing enumerated Millage to be levied for all purposes, for the Fiscal Year beginning October 1, 2023 and ending September 30, 2024 in the said City of Fort Pierce, Florida, pursuant to the provision of the laws of the State of Florida and the Charter of the City of Fort Pierce.
SECTION 4. This ordinance shall be and become effective October 1, 2023.
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 No. 23-049.
- AYE:
- Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Arnold Gaines, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, Mayor Linda Hudson
Passed
b.
Legislative Hearing - Ordinance 23-050 Adopting a Final Budget for Fiscal Year 2024, beginning October 1, 2023 and ending September 30, 2024. SECOND READING
City Clerk Linda Cox introduced the Ordinance, read by title only, into the record.
ORDINANCE NO. 23-050
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA; ADOPTING A FINAL BUDGET FOR THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA, FOR THE FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING OCTOBER 1, 2023, AND ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2024; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA:
SECTION 1. The City Commission of Fort Pierce, Florida after having held a public hearing, hereby adopts as its final budget for the operation of the government of said City for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2023, and ending September 30, 2024, the estimates made by the City Manager of said City presented to the City Commission on September 11, 2023, which detailed amended estimates are now on file with the City Clerk and the Director of Finance.
SECTION 2. That it shall be the duty of the City Manager to set up the aforesaid appropriation of revenues and expenses on the account records of said City, to keep such accounts thereof, as required by the Charter of said City, as may be directed from time to time by the City Commission.
SECTION 3. This ordinance shall be and become effective October 1, 2023.
SECOND READING
Mayor Hudson opened the public hearing.
Seeing no one, she closed the public hearing.
ORDINANCE NO. 23-050
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA; ADOPTING A FINAL BUDGET FOR THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA, FOR THE FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING OCTOBER 1, 2023, AND ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2024; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA:
SECTION 1. The City Commission of Fort Pierce, Florida after having held a public hearing, hereby adopts as its final budget for the operation of the government of said City for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2023, and ending September 30, 2024, the estimates made by the City Manager of said City presented to the City Commission on September 11, 2023, which detailed amended estimates are now on file with the City Clerk and the Director of Finance.
SECTION 2. That it shall be the duty of the City Manager to set up the aforesaid appropriation of revenues and expenses on the account records of said City, to keep such accounts thereof, as required by the Charter of said City, as may be directed from time to time by the City Commission.
SECTION 3. This ordinance shall be and become effective October 1, 2023.
SECOND READING
Mayor Hudson opened the public hearing.
Seeing no one, she closed the public hearing.
Motion was made by Commissioner Arnold Gaines, seconded by Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr. to approve Ordinance No.23-050.
- AYE:
- Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Arnold Gaines, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, Mayor Linda Hudson
Passed
c.
Legislative Hearing - Ordinance 23-051 amending Chapter 22, Article X Short Term and Vacation Rental Regulations to amend responsible person requirements and other minor revisions . SECOND READING
City Clerk Linda Cox introduced the Ordinance, read by title only, into the record.
ORDINANCE NO. 23-051
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA, CHAPTER 22, ARTICLE X, “SHORT TERM AND VACATION RENTAL REGULATIONS”; AMENDING SECTION 22-503 – “DEFINTIONS” TO DEFINE RESPONSIBLE PERSON; REMOVING SECTION 22-508 – “EXEMPTIONS FOR PRE-EXISTING RENTAL AGREEMENTS”; AMENDING SECTION 22-509 – “MANAGEMENT COMPANY OR RESPONSIBLE PERSON” TO CLARIFY REQUIREMENTS; AMENDING SECTION 22-510(2) – “APPLICATION FOR RENTAL UNIT REGISTRATION” TO NO LONGER REQUIRE THE EMERGENCY CONTACT BE LOCAL; AMENDING SECTION 22-511 – “RENTAL UNIT ADVERTISING REQUIREMENT” TO REQUIRE THE CITY RENTAL UNIT REGISTRATION NUMBER IN ALL ADVERTISINGS; AMENDING SECTION 22-513 – “DURATION OF RENTAL UNIT REGISTRATION FOR REGISTRATIONS” TO EXPIRE ANNUALLY ON THE DATE OF INITIAL REGISTRATION; AMENDING SECTION 22-514(a) – “RENEWAL OF RENTAL UNIT REGISTRATION” TO REQUIRE REGISTRATION ANNUALLY ON THE ANNIVERSARY DATE OF INITIAL REGISTRATION; AMENDING SECTION 22-515(a) – “DENIAL AND REVOCATION OF RENTAL UNIT REGISTRATION” TO PROVIDE APPLICABILITY LANGUAGE; AMENDING SECTION 22-521(d) – “ENFORCEMENT OF RENTAL UNITS” TO REQUIRE NOTIFICATION TO THE CITY CLERK’S OFFICE OF ENFORCEMENT ACTIVITIES; PROVIDING FOR A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES OR PARTS THEREOF IN CONFLICT; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. SECOND READING
ORDINANCE NO. 23-051
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA, CHAPTER 22, ARTICLE X, “SHORT TERM AND VACATION RENTAL REGULATIONS”; AMENDING SECTION 22-503 – “DEFINTIONS” TO DEFINE RESPONSIBLE PERSON; REMOVING SECTION 22-508 – “EXEMPTIONS FOR PRE-EXISTING RENTAL AGREEMENTS”; AMENDING SECTION 22-509 – “MANAGEMENT COMPANY OR RESPONSIBLE PERSON” TO CLARIFY REQUIREMENTS; AMENDING SECTION 22-510(2) – “APPLICATION FOR RENTAL UNIT REGISTRATION” TO NO LONGER REQUIRE THE EMERGENCY CONTACT BE LOCAL; AMENDING SECTION 22-511 – “RENTAL UNIT ADVERTISING REQUIREMENT” TO REQUIRE THE CITY RENTAL UNIT REGISTRATION NUMBER IN ALL ADVERTISINGS; AMENDING SECTION 22-513 – “DURATION OF RENTAL UNIT REGISTRATION FOR REGISTRATIONS” TO EXPIRE ANNUALLY ON THE DATE OF INITIAL REGISTRATION; AMENDING SECTION 22-514(a) – “RENEWAL OF RENTAL UNIT REGISTRATION” TO REQUIRE REGISTRATION ANNUALLY ON THE ANNIVERSARY DATE OF INITIAL REGISTRATION; AMENDING SECTION 22-515(a) – “DENIAL AND REVOCATION OF RENTAL UNIT REGISTRATION” TO PROVIDE APPLICABILITY LANGUAGE; AMENDING SECTION 22-521(d) – “ENFORCEMENT OF RENTAL UNITS” TO REQUIRE NOTIFICATION TO THE CITY CLERK’S OFFICE OF ENFORCEMENT ACTIVITIES; PROVIDING FOR A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES OR PARTS THEREOF IN CONFLICT; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. SECOND READING
Motion was made by Commissioner Michael Broderick, seconded by Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson to approve Ordinance No. 23-051.
- AYE:
- Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Arnold Gaines, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, Mayor Linda Hudson
Passed
d.
Legislative Hearing - Ordinance 23-052: Review and approval of an ordinance extending the territorial limits of the City of Fort Pierce, Florida, to include one (1) parcel at or near approximately Avenue Q in Fort Pierce, Florida. The parcel ID is 2405-501-0131-000-4. SECOND READING
City Clerk Linda Cox introduced the Ordinance, read by title only, into the record.
ORDINANCE NO. 23-052
AN ORDINANCE EXTENDING THE TERRITORIAL LIMITS OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA, TO INCLUDE ONE (1) PARCEL AT OR NEAR APPROXIMATELY AVENUE Q 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, 2024; DIRECTING THE ST. LUCIE COUNTY TAX COLLECTOR TO COLLECT TAXES ON THE HEREIN DESCRIBED PROPERTY; ESTABLISHING THE FORT PIERCE ZONING DESIGNATION OF SINGLE-FAMILY LOW DENSITY; ESTABLISHING THE FORT PIERCE LAND USE DESIGNATION OF LOW DENSITY; 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. 23-052
AN ORDINANCE EXTENDING THE TERRITORIAL LIMITS OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA, TO INCLUDE ONE (1) PARCEL AT OR NEAR APPROXIMATELY AVENUE Q 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, 2024; DIRECTING THE ST. LUCIE COUNTY TAX COLLECTOR TO COLLECT TAXES ON THE HEREIN DESCRIBED PROPERTY; ESTABLISHING THE FORT PIERCE ZONING DESIGNATION OF SINGLE-FAMILY LOW DENSITY; ESTABLISHING THE FORT PIERCE LAND USE DESIGNATION OF LOW DENSITY; 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 Curtis Johnson, Jr., seconded by Commissioner Arnold Gaines to approve Ordinance No. 23-052.
- AYE:
- Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Arnold Gaines, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, Mayor Linda Hudson
Passed
e.
Quasi-Judicial Hearing - Review and approval of an application for Final Plat, submitted by applicant Todd Howder of MBV Engineering, to subdivide 3 parcels of land, approximately 14.14 acres, into 5 platted lots at 5553, 5555 and 5557 Okeechobee Road, more specifically at Parcel IDs: 2419-321-0001-000-5, 2419-0003-000-2 and 2419-322-0002-000-5.
| Mayor Linda Hudson asked all present to listen carefully to what City Attorney Sara Hedges would read regarding Quasi-Judicial Hearings as they apply to subsequent Quasi-Judicial Hearings tonight. Sara Hedges, 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 the advertisement and notice requirements. |
Mayor Linda Hudson inquired with the Commission regarding ex-parte communications and asked City Clerk to call the roll:
Commissioner Michael Broderick – No
Commissioner Arnold Gaines – No
Commissioner Curtis Johnson Jr.- No
Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson – No
Mayor Hudson – No
City Clerk Linda Cox swore in those wanting to speak during this Quasi-Judicial hearing.
Staff Presentation:
Ryan Altizer, Senior Planner, presented the review and approval of an application for Final Plat, to subdivide 3 parcels of land, approximately 14.14 acres, into 5 platted lots at 5553, 5555 and 5557 Okeechobee Road.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff's recommendation is that the City Commission vote APPROVAL, with one condition:
The applicant will supply two (2) Mylars for appropriate signatures and then the plat is recorded with St. Lucie County Clerk of Courts in accordance with Florida State Statute 177.111
Questions of Staff:
None
Applicant Questions of Staff:
Aaron Stanton, Project Manager, MBV Engineering, Inc was available for questions.
Question of the Applicant:
None
Mayor Hudson opened the public hearing.
Seeing no one, she closed the public hearing.
Motion was made by Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, seconded by Commissioner Arnold Gaines to approve the Final Plat with (1) one condition.
- AYE:
- Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Arnold Gaines, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, Mayor Linda Hudson
Passed
f.
Quasi-Judicial Hearing - Review and approval of an application for a Site Plan (Development and Design Review) by property owner, Performance NAPA LLC, and applicant, Michael DePree of DePree Engineering LLC, to construct an approximately 14,086 square foot Auto Parts-Retail Store with associated site improvements at or near 4001 Oleander Avenue in Fort Pierce, Florida, more specifically located at Parcel Control Number: 2433-144-0001-000-6.
Mayor Linda Hudson called the proceeding to order.
City Clerk Linda Cox confirmed the City complied with the advertisement and notice requirements.
Mayor Linda Hudson inquired with the Commission regarding ex-parte communications and asked City Clerk to call the roll:
Commissioner Michael Broderick – Yes (Planning Board attendance)
Commissioner Arnold Gaines – No
Commissioner Curtis Johnson Jr.- No
Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson – Yes (Residents)
Mayor Hudson – No
City Clerk Linda Cox swore in those wanting to speak during this Quasi-Judicial hearing.
Staff Presentation:
Vennis Gilmore, Assistant Planning Director, presented the site plan to construct an approximately 14,086 square foot Auto Parts-Retail Store with associated site improvements at or near 4001 Oleander Avenue.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommendation is for the City Commission to APPROVE the proposed Site Plan (Development Review & Design Review), noting the two (2) recommended conditions:
1. A completion certification by a landscape architect, cost estimate, and landscape bond pursuant to City Code 123-6 shall be required before the Final Certificate of Occupancy is approved for the site.
2. Prior to the issuance of any site clearing permits, the applicant shall provide a Tree Mitigation Survey and coordinate with the City of Ft. Pierce Arborist for the required mitigation of the City regulated trees proposed to be removed as a result of this site’s development/construction activity.
Questions of Staff:
Commissioner Broderick inquired of Kevin Freeman, Planning Director, his satisfaction with the current architectural outcome.
Mr. Freeman commented on the benefits of the architectural design of the property.
Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson inquired on traffic flow for deliveries, wastewater and management of the wetlands adjacent, and parameters for stormwater waste.
Mr. Freeman commented on the proposed location for delivery, wetland maintenance, and stormwater calculations.
Applicant Questions of Staff:
None
Question of the Applicant:
Michael DePree, DePree Engineering LLC, has no questions of staff but addressed the question posed by the Commission on traffic flow for deliveries being located at the rear of the facilities, maintenance of the adjacent wetlands, and North St. Lucie River Water Control Districts strict criteria on waste containment.
Mayor Hudson inquired on the function of the facility, hours of operation,
Mr. Depree clarified the facility function and addressed commercial noise.
Thomas Laperriere, the Architect, confirmed the current location hours, with no Sunday hours.
The Commission inquired on the façade signage and tree placement.
Mayor Hudson opened the public hearing.
Seeing no one, she closed the public hearing.
City Clerk Linda Cox confirmed the City complied with the advertisement and notice requirements.
Mayor Linda Hudson inquired with the Commission regarding ex-parte communications and asked City Clerk to call the roll:
Commissioner Michael Broderick – Yes (Planning Board attendance)
Commissioner Arnold Gaines – No
Commissioner Curtis Johnson Jr.- No
Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson – Yes (Residents)
Mayor Hudson – No
City Clerk Linda Cox swore in those wanting to speak during this Quasi-Judicial hearing.
Staff Presentation:
Vennis Gilmore, Assistant Planning Director, presented the site plan to construct an approximately 14,086 square foot Auto Parts-Retail Store with associated site improvements at or near 4001 Oleander Avenue.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommendation is for the City Commission to APPROVE the proposed Site Plan (Development Review & Design Review), noting the two (2) recommended conditions:
1. A completion certification by a landscape architect, cost estimate, and landscape bond pursuant to City Code 123-6 shall be required before the Final Certificate of Occupancy is approved for the site.
2. Prior to the issuance of any site clearing permits, the applicant shall provide a Tree Mitigation Survey and coordinate with the City of Ft. Pierce Arborist for the required mitigation of the City regulated trees proposed to be removed as a result of this site’s development/construction activity.
Questions of Staff:
Commissioner Broderick inquired of Kevin Freeman, Planning Director, his satisfaction with the current architectural outcome.
Mr. Freeman commented on the benefits of the architectural design of the property.
Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson inquired on traffic flow for deliveries, wastewater and management of the wetlands adjacent, and parameters for stormwater waste.
Mr. Freeman commented on the proposed location for delivery, wetland maintenance, and stormwater calculations.
Applicant Questions of Staff:
None
Question of the Applicant:
Michael DePree, DePree Engineering LLC, has no questions of staff but addressed the question posed by the Commission on traffic flow for deliveries being located at the rear of the facilities, maintenance of the adjacent wetlands, and North St. Lucie River Water Control Districts strict criteria on waste containment.
Mayor Hudson inquired on the function of the facility, hours of operation,
Mr. Depree clarified the facility function and addressed commercial noise.
Thomas Laperriere, the Architect, confirmed the current location hours, with no Sunday hours.
The Commission inquired on the façade signage and tree placement.
Mayor Hudson opened the public hearing.
Seeing no one, she closed the public hearing.
Motion was made by Commissioner Michael Broderick, seconded by Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr. to approve the Site Plan with (2) two conditions.
- AYE:
- Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Arnold Gaines, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, Mayor Linda Hudson
Passed
13.
CITY COMMISSION
a.
Resolution 23-R51 approving the adoption of the amended Solid Waste Administrative Guidelines and the schedule of fees for the collection and disposal of garbage and trash.
City Clerk Linda Cox introduced the Resolution, read by title only, into the record.
RESOLUTION NO. 23-R51
A RESOLUTION BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA; ADOPTING THE SOLID WASTE ADMINISTRATIVE GUIDELINES AND APPROVING THE SCHEDULE OF FEES FOR COLLECTION AND DISPOSAL OF GARBAGE AND TRASH IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 30-33 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA; PROVIDING FOR A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; REPEALING ALL RESOLUTIONS IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Mike Reals, Public Works Director, and Jacolby Washington, Solid Waste Division Manager, provided revisions to the Resolution.
RESOLUTION NO. 23-R51
A RESOLUTION BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA; ADOPTING THE SOLID WASTE ADMINISTRATIVE GUIDELINES AND APPROVING THE SCHEDULE OF FEES FOR COLLECTION AND DISPOSAL OF GARBAGE AND TRASH IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 30-33 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA; PROVIDING FOR A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; REPEALING ALL RESOLUTIONS IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Mike Reals, Public Works Director, and Jacolby Washington, Solid Waste Division Manager, provided revisions to the Resolution.
Motion was made by Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., seconded by Commissioner Arnold Gaines to approve Resolution No.23-R51.
- AYE:
- Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Arnold Gaines, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, Mayor Linda Hudson
Passed
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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.
No comments
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COMMENTS FROM THE CITY MANAGER
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Reports
City Manager Nick Mimms announced the Peacock Artists District Mural Program Inauguration and Art Walk on September 25th on 7th Street and Orange Ave, at 10 a.m.
City Clerk Linda Cox - No comments
City Attorney Sara Hedges - No comments
City Clerk Linda Cox - No comments
City Attorney Sara Hedges - No comments
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COMMENTS FROM THE COMMISSION
Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson announced the joint Mainstreet quarterly workshop.
Commissioner Broderick commented on his attendance of the FMPA meeting and the dedication of the organization.
Commissioner Curtis Johnson - No comments
Commissioner Gaines - No comments
Mayor Hudson commented on the Legislative Delegation in October at the Pruitt Campus in Port St. Lucie.
Commissioner Broderick commented on his attendance of the FMPA meeting and the dedication of the organization.
Commissioner Curtis Johnson - No comments
Commissioner Gaines - No comments
Mayor Hudson commented on the Legislative Delegation in October at the Pruitt Campus in Port St. Lucie.
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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 Linda Hudson adjourned the meeting at 6:15 P.M.
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