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, JUNE 13, 2023.
1.
CALL TO ORDER
Chairperson Linda Hudson called the June 13, 2023, FPRA Regular Meeting 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 Manager Nicholas Mimms
- City Attorney Tanya Earley
4.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
a.
Approval of Minutes from April 11, 2023, FPRA Regular Meeting.
Motion was made by Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, seconded by Commissioner Arnold Gaines to approve the minutes from the April 11, 2023, FPRA Regular Meeting.
- AYE:
- Chairperson Linda Hudson, Commissioner Arnold Gaines, Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr.
Passed
b.
Approval of Minutes from May 9, 2023, FPRA Regular Meeting.
Motion was made by Commissioner Arnold Gaines, seconded by Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr. to approve the minutes from the May 9, 2023, FPRA Regular Meeting.
- AYE:
- Chairperson Linda Hudson, Commissioner Arnold Gaines, Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr.
Passed
City Clerk, Linda Cox, informed the Board of added item 6 k.
City Manager, Nick Mimms, gave an overview of add item 6 k.
City Manager, Nick Mimms, gave an overview of add item 6 k.
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.
Kevin Keele
Rick Modine
Gregory Simmons
Tim Collier
Christa Stone
Mark Walters
Brad Shorner
Rick Modine
Gregory Simmons
Tim Collier
Christa Stone
Mark Walters
Brad Shorner
6.
CONSENT AGENDA
a.
Approval of letter of support for Lincoln Park Mainstreet in its pursuit of funding to complete improvements to the 1,982 square feet of space in the Means Court Center currently occupied by the organization.
b.
Approval of $122,674.43 to go towards the purchase of surveillance cameras within the boundaries of the FPRA.
c.
Approval Executing a PAD Mural Program Artist Services Agreement with Zoey Bridges, 500 Orange Ave for $2,072
d.
Approval Executing a PAD Mural Program Artist Services Agreement with Zoey Bridges, 710 Orange Ave for $10,800
e.
Approval Executing a PAD Mural Program Artist Services Agreement with Nicole Holderbaum, 605 Orange Ave. for $6,000
f.
Approval Executing a PAD Mural Program Artist Services Agreement with Lorna Samara Ash, 616 Atlantic Ave. for $21,128
g.
Approval Executing a PAD Mural Program Property Owner Agreement with Gus Gutierrez, 605 Ministries LLC
h.
Approval Executing a PAD Mural Program Property Owner Agreement with Stanley Synkoski, 4616 Investment LLC
i.
Approval Executing a PAD Mural Program Property Owner Agreement with Gus Gutierrez, Botanical Sanctuary
j.
Approval Executing a PAD Mural Program Property Owner Agreement with Gus Gutierrez, Dance Ministries LLC
k.
ADDED ON ITEM: Approval of Letter of Support to the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity for a Community Planning Technical Assistance Grant Applicaiton on behalf of Main Street Fort Pierce and Lincoln Park Main Street.
Motion was made by Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, seconded by Commissioner Arnold Gaines to approve the Consent Agenda with the addition of item 6 k.
- AYE:
- Chairperson Linda Hudson, Commissioner Arnold Gaines, Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr.
Passed
7.
NEW BUSINESS
a.
Surplus property redevelopment update for 1409 Avenue J and 2002 Avenue M
Redevelopment Specialist, Miriam Garcia, presented an update for both surplus properties and addressed questions posed by the Board.
The Board discussed the parameters outlined in the original agreement.
Pamela Corrithers from Progression Properties, LLC. provided an update and addressed questions posed by the Board regarding property at 1409 Avenue J and 2002 Avenue M.
The Board discussed the parameters outlined in the original agreement.
Pamela Corrithers from Progression Properties, LLC. provided an update and addressed questions posed by the Board regarding property at 1409 Avenue J and 2002 Avenue M.
Motion was made by Commissioner Michael Broderick, seconded by Commissioner Arnold Gaines to approve a 150-day extension for the commencement of construction for both properties.
- AYE:
- Chairperson Linda Hudson, Commissioner Arnold Gaines, Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr.
- NAY:
- Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson
Passed
b.
Fisherman's Wharf Update
Economic Development Manager, Shyanne Harnage, presented Fisherman’s Wharf update and addressed questions posed by the Board.
The Board discussed the license agreement associated with this parcel.
The Board discussed the license agreement associated with this parcel.
8.
STAFF COMMENTS
City Manager, Nick Mimms, explained staff recommendation regarding surplus property and mentioned the included activities report.
The Board discussed the need for the process to be streamlined.
The Board discussed the need for the process to be streamlined.
9.
BOARD COMMENTS
Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson reiterated the community's need for additional parking spaces and boat ramps.
City Clerk, Linda Cox, agreed to add the water/port charrette to the agenda as a backup.
City Clerk, Linda Cox, agreed to add the water/port charrette to the agenda as a backup.
10.
ADJOURNMENT
Chairperson Hudson adjourned the meeting at 6:32 p.m.
ATTEST:
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