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 5:05 P.M. ON TUESDAY, JANUARY 10, 2023.
1.
CALL TO ORDER
Chairwomen Hudson called the January 10, 2023, Regular Meeting of the FPRA to order at 5:05 P.M.
2.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3.
ROLL CALL
- Present:
- Commissioner Arnold Gaines; Chairperson Linda Hudson; Commissioner Michael Broderick; Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson; Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr.
- Staff Present:
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- City Manager Nicholas Mimms
- City Attorney Tanya Earley
- Deputy City Clerk Latoya Ransom
4.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
a.
Approval of Minutes from December 13, 2022 Regular Meeting
Motion was made by Commissioner Arnold Gaines, seconded by Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr. to approve the Minutes from December 13, 2022 Regular Meeting.
- AYE:
- Chairperson Linda Hudson, Commissioner Arnold Gaines, Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr.
Passed
5.
COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
Any person who wishes to comment on any subject on this agenda may be heard at this time. Please limit your comments to three (3) minutes or less, as directed by the Chairperson, as this section of the Agenda is limited to fifteen minutes. The FPRA Board will not be able to take any official actions under Comments from the Public. Speakers will address the Chairperson, Commissioners, and the Public with respect. Inappropriate language will not be tolerated.
Any person who wishes to comment on any subject on this agenda may be heard at this time. Please limit your comments to three (3) minutes or less, as directed by the Chairperson, as this section of the Agenda is limited to fifteen minutes. The FPRA Board will not be able to take any official actions under Comments from the Public. Speakers will address the Chairperson, Commissioners, and the Public with respect. Inappropriate language will not be tolerated.
No comments
6.
CONSENT AGENDA
a.
Approval of construction funding in the amount of $212,542.59 to cover costs associated with the Oaks at Moore's Creek Phase II infrastructure improvements.
Motion was made by Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, seconded by Commissioner Arnold Gaines to approve the Consent Agenda.
- AYE:
- Chairperson Linda Hudson, Commissioner Arnold Gaines, Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr.
Passed
7.
NEW BUSINESS
a.
FPRA Resolution No. 23-01 appointing Kyle Kauffmann as Commissioner Broderick's appointee to the CRA Advisory Committee.
Deputy City Clerk Latoya Ransom introduced the Resolution, read by title only, into the record
RESOLUTION NO. 23-R01
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA, CERTIFYING THE APPOINTMENT OF MEMBERS TO THE PARKING COMMITTEE; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
RESOLUTION NO. 23-R01
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA, CERTIFYING THE APPOINTMENT OF MEMBERS TO THE PARKING COMMITTEE; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Motion was made by Commissioner Arnold Gaines, seconded by Commissioner Michael Broderick to approve Resolution No. 23-R01.
- AYE:
- Chairperson Linda Hudson, Commissioner Arnold Gaines, Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr.
Passed
b.
Peacock Art District Mural Program Update
Marsha Noel, Redevelopment Specialist, presented an update on the Peacock Art District PAD Mural Program.
The Board discussed the mural location boundaries, types of artists considered for the proposed project and how funds will be allocated, the specifics surrounding code enforcement violations that would eliminate properties from inclusion, project maintenance, and the inclusion of the Arts Advisory Board.
The Board discussed the mural location boundaries, types of artists considered for the proposed project and how funds will be allocated, the specifics surrounding code enforcement violations that would eliminate properties from inclusion, project maintenance, and the inclusion of the Arts Advisory Board.
Motion was made by Commissioner Arnold Gaines, seconded by Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson to approve the PAD Mural Plan.
- AYE:
- Chairperson Linda Hudson, Commissioner Arnold Gaines, Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr.
Passed
c.
Funding for the proposed Boys & Girls Club facility on North 25th Street in the amount of $250,000
Pulled at the request of Staff.
d.
Post Office Beautification Project
Sara Delgado, Redevelopment Assistant, presented the Post Office Beautification Project.
The Board discussed the exterior renovation of a Federal Building including the participation of the Postmaster General and Congressman Brian Mast, and long term maintenance of the facility after the installation.
The Board discussed the exterior renovation of a Federal Building including the participation of the Postmaster General and Congressman Brian Mast, and long term maintenance of the facility after the installation.
Motion was made by Commissioner Arnold Gaines, seconded by Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson to table item 7d.
- AYE:
- Chairperson Linda Hudson, Commissioner Arnold Gaines, Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr.
Passed
8.
STAFF COMMENTS
City Manager Nick Mimms- No comments
Deputy City Clerk Latoya Ransom-No comments
City Attorney Tanya Earley – No comments.
Deputy City Clerk Latoya Ransom-No comments
City Attorney Tanya Earley – No comments.
9.
BOARD COMMENTS
Commissioner Gaines inquired if item 7c will be revisited. Mr. Mimms commented that it was pulled at the request of a Board member.
10.
ADJOURNMENT
Chairwoman Hudson adjourned the meeting at 6:30 p.m.
ATTEST:
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