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, APRIL 11, 2023.
1.
CALL TO ORDER
Chairperson Linda Hudson called the April 11, 2023, Regular Meeting of the FPRA to order at 5:05 P.M.
2.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3.
ROLL CALL
- Present:
- Chairperson Linda Hudson; Commissioner Arnold Gaines; Commissioner Michael Broderick; Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson; Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr.
- Staff Present:
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- City Clerk Linda Cox
- City Attorney Tanya Earley
- Acting City Manager Devoshay Johnson
4.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
a.
Approval of Minutes from March 14, 2023 FPRA Meeting.
Motion was made by Commissioner Arnold Gaines, seconded by Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr. to approve the minutes from the March 14th, 2023, 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.
Rick Reed
6.
CONSENT AGENDA
a.
Approval of the FPRA Final Budget Amendment for FY2021-22.
b.
Approval of the Interlocal Agreement with St. Lucie County for the Development of the Avenue D Model Block
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.
Approval to award RFP No. 2023-016 for Sale of Surplus Property at 424 Douglas Court and 426 Douglas Court, identified by Parcel ID: 2409-501-0199-000-0 and 2409-501-0200-000-1, to the highest ranked responder, Eastern Capital Investments, LLC.
FPRA Acting Director Shyanne Harnage and Redevelopment Specialist Miriam Garcia presented the approval to award RFP No. 2023-017 for Sale of Surplus Property at 612 N 25th Street.
The Board discussed potentially adjusting the reverter in place and specifying the deed restrictions to ensure proper land development.
FPRA Acting Director Shyanne Harnage and Redevelopment Specialist Miriam Garcia addressed the questions posed by the Board.
Motion was made by Commissioner Arnold Gaines, seconded by Commissioner Michael Broderick to award property to highest ranked responder and authorize staff to negotiate an agreement for sale of property.
- AYE:
- Chairperson Linda Hudson, Commissioner Arnold Gaines, Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr.
Passed
b.
Approval to award RFP No. 2023-017 for Sale of Surplus Property at 612 N 25th Street, identified by Parcel ID: 2404-710-0067-000-3, to the highest ranked responder, Larry Lee Jr. & Family, LLC
Redevelopment Specialist Miriam Garcia presented approval to award RFP No. 2023-017 for Sale of Surplus Property at 612 N 25th Street and addressed questions posed by the Board.
The Board discussed concerns with accessibility to the property in a high traffic area. The Board also expressed the need for clarification regarding operation of the park, and parking availability.
The Board discussed concerns with accessibility to the property in a high traffic area. The Board also expressed the need for clarification regarding operation of the park, and parking availability.
Motion was made by Commissioner Arnold Gaines, seconded by Commissioner Michael Broderick to award and negotiate property to highest ranked bidder.
- AYE:
- Chairperson Linda Hudson, Commissioner Arnold Gaines, Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr.
Passed
c.
FPRA Resolution 23-03 appointing an at-large member to the CRA Advisory Board to fill the remaining term of Ms. Sabrina Taylor.
City Clerk Linda Cox, introduced the Resolution, read by title only, into the record.
FPRA RESOLUTION NO. 23-03
A RESOLUTION OF THE FORT PIERCE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY, A DEPENDENT SPECIAL DISTRICT OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA; CERTIFYING THE APPOINTMENT OR REAPPOINTMENT OF MEMBERS TO THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY ADVISORY COMMITTEE; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Commissioner Michael Broderick – Holly Theuns
Commissioner Arnold Gaines – Chad Ingram
Commissioner Curtis Johnson – Chad Ingram
Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson – Chad Ingram
Chairperson Hudson – Amanda Geller
City Clerk Linda Cox counted votes and notified the Board that Chad Ingram will be the new member of the CRA Advisory Board.
FPRA RESOLUTION NO. 23-03
A RESOLUTION OF THE FORT PIERCE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY, A DEPENDENT SPECIAL DISTRICT OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA; CERTIFYING THE APPOINTMENT OR REAPPOINTMENT OF MEMBERS TO THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY ADVISORY COMMITTEE; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Commissioner Michael Broderick – Holly Theuns
Commissioner Arnold Gaines – Chad Ingram
Commissioner Curtis Johnson – Chad Ingram
Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson – Chad Ingram
Chairperson Hudson – Amanda Geller
City Clerk Linda Cox counted votes and notified the Board that Chad Ingram will be the new member of the CRA Advisory Board.
Motion was made by Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, seconded by Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr. to accept the nomination of Chad Ingram via Resolution 23-03.
- AYE:
- Chairperson Linda Hudson, Commissioner Arnold Gaines, Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr.
Passed
8.
STAFF COMMENTS
a.
FPRA Annual Report FY2022
No comments.
9.
BOARD COMMENTS
Commissioner Michael Broderick commented on the need for specification of protocols as it pertains to surplus properties.
Chairperson Linda Hudson thanked staff on an excellent annual report.
Chairperson Linda Hudson thanked staff on an excellent annual report.
10.
ADJOURNMENT
Chairperson Hudson adjourned the meeting at 6:36 p.m.
ATTEST:
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