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, AUGUST 8, 2023.
1.
CALL TO ORDER
Chairperson Linda Hudson called the August 8, 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 Manager Nicholas Mimms
- Interim City Attorney Sara Hedges
4.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
a.
Approval of the Minutes from the July 11, 2023, FPRA Regular Meeting.
Motion was made by Commissioner Arnold Gaines, seconded by Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr. to approve the minutes from the July 11, 2023, FPRA Regular Meeting.
- AYE:
- Chairperson Linda Hudson, Commissioner Arnold Gaines, Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr.
Passed
5.
ADDITIONS OR DELETIONS TO AGENDA AND APPROVAL OF AGENDA
City Manager, Nick Mimms, informed the Board that Item 7a has been pulled at the request of Staff.
Motion was made by Commissioner Michael Broderick, seconded by Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson to approve as amended.
- AYE:
- Chairperson Linda Hudson, Commissioner Arnold Gaines, Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr.
Passed
6.
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.
7.
CONSENT AGENDA
a.
PULLED AT STAFF”S REQUEST - Approval of Fourth Amendment to Agreement for Purchase and Development of Fisherman's Wharf to extend and toll time periods in the Agreement for 12 months.
b.
Approval of Service Agreement with Don Bell Signs, Inc. for the Comprehensive Wayfinding Signage Program in an amount not to exceed $499,739.00.
Motion was made by Commissioner Arnold Gaines, seconded by Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson to approve the Consent Agenda.
- AYE:
- Chairperson Linda Hudson, Commissioner Arnold Gaines, Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr.
Passed
8.
NEW BUSINESS
a.
Freebee Update
Freebee Co-founder, Jason Spiegel, presented a Freebee update and responded to questions posed by the Board.
The Board discussed the data provided and expressed interest in expanding the program.
City Manager, Nick Mimms, stated that a document will be drafted with solicitation language for approval prior to advertisement.
The Board discussed the data provided and expressed interest in expanding the program.
City Manager, Nick Mimms, stated that a document will be drafted with solicitation language for approval prior to advertisement.
b.
Award RFP 2023-037 for the General Contractor Services for the Old St. Anastasia Exterior Restoration Project and Authorize Staff to Enter into Negotiations with the Highest Ranked Respondent, Innovative Masonry Restoration LLC.
Redevelopment Specialist, Marsha Commond, presented the General Contractor Services for the Old St. Anastasia Exterior Restoration Project and responded to questions posed by the Board.
The Board discussed the need for the preservation of the building and is looking forward to reviewing the contract at a future meeting.
The Board discussed the need for the preservation of the building and is looking forward to reviewing the contract at a future meeting.
Motion was made by Commissioner Arnold Gaines, seconded by Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson to proceed with negotiation with the highest ranked respondent.
- AYE:
- Chairperson Linda Hudson, Commissioner Arnold Gaines, Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr.
Passed
c.
Jetty Area Police Detail
The Board express safety concerns in the Jetty area and discussed Police Detail.
City Manager, Nick Mimms, suggested developing a plan with suggestions from the Police Department to present in a future meeting.
Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson suggested closing the travel lane at the roundabout.
City Manager, Nick Mimms, suggested developing a plan with suggestions from the Police Department to present in a future meeting.
Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson suggested closing the travel lane at the roundabout.
d.
Jetty Area Temporary Parking Lot
The Board discussed the current state of the parking lot and the opportunities for this property.
9.
STAFF COMMENTS
a.
FPRA Programs and Activities Summary
City Manager, Nick Mimms, mentioned the attached FPRA Programs and Activities Summery Report.
10.
BOARD COMMENTS
Commissioner Jerimah Johnson inquired from staff an update of the Kings Landing project.
Economic Development Manager, Shyanne Harnage, gave an update of Kings Landing project.
Economic Development Manager, Shyanne Harnage, gave an update of Kings Landing project.
11.
ADJOURNMENT
Chairperson Hudson adjourned the meeting at 7:13 p.m.
ATTEST:
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