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, SEPTEMBER 12, 2023.
1.
CALL TO ORDER
Chairperson Linda Hudson called the September 12, 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 August 8, 2023, FPRA Regular Meeting
Motion was made by Commissioner Arnold Gaines, seconded by Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson to approve the minutes from the August 8, 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
Motion was made by Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, seconded by Commissioner Arnold Gaines, to set the agenda as presented.
- 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 from the public.
7.
CONSENT AGENDA
a.
Award Bid No. 2023-056 for FPRA Properties Lawn Mowing and Trash Removal Services to the second-lowest bidder Aero Groundtek in the amount of $47,975 annually.
b.
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.
Motion was made by Commissioner Michael Broderick, seconded by Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr. 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.
Approval of the proposed FY2024 FPRA Operating Budget
FPRA Secretary Treasurer, Johnna Morris, presented the proposed FY2024 FPRA Operating Budget and answered questions posed by the Board.
Motion was made by Commissioner Arnold Gaines, seconded by Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr. to approve the proposed FY2024 FPRA Operating Budget.
- AYE:
- Chairperson Linda Hudson, Commissioner Arnold Gaines, Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr.
Passed
b.
Authorization of Expenditure of FPRA Funds for Jetty Park Police Detail in the estimated annual amount of $107,640.00.
City of Fort Pierce Police Officer Fasanello presented an overview of the Jetty Park Police detail and answered questions posed by the Board.
Motion was made by Commissioner Michael Broderick, seconded by Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson to approve Expenditure of FPRA Funds for Jetty Park Police Detail.
- AYE:
- Chairperson Linda Hudson, Commissioner Arnold Gaines, Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr.
Passed
c.
Resolution 23-04 appointing Amanda Geller as Commissioner Broderick's appointee to the CRA Advisory Board.
Linda Cox, City Clerk, introduced the resolution, read by title only, into the record.
FPRA RESOLUTION NO. 23-04
A RESOLUTION OF THE FORT PIERCE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY, A DEPENDENT SPECIAL DISTRICT OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA; CERTIFYING THE APPOINTMENT OF MEMBERS TO THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY ADVISORY COMMITTEE; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
FPRA RESOLUTION NO. 23-04
A RESOLUTION OF THE FORT PIERCE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY, A DEPENDENT SPECIAL DISTRICT OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA; CERTIFYING THE APPOINTMENT OF MEMBERS TO THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY ADVISORY COMMITTEE; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Motion was made by Commissioner Michael Broderick, seconded by Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr. to approve Resolution 23-04.
- AYE:
- Chairperson Linda Hudson, Commissioner Arnold Gaines, Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr.
Passed
d.
CRA Advisory Committee Recommendations
CRA Advisory Committee Chair, Phil Thompson, presented the CRA Advisory Committee Recommendations regarding on-street parking along several side streets abutting S. Ocean Drive and answered questions posed by the Board.
The Board expressed appreciation for the recommendations and inquired about metered parking.
The Board expressed appreciation for the recommendations and inquired about metered parking.
Motion was made by Commissioner Michael Broderick, seconded by Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson to direct staff to move forward with an evaluation for on-street parking and pedestrian improvements between Seaway Dr. North and Gulfstream South.
- AYE:
- Chairperson Linda Hudson, Commissioner Arnold Gaines, Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr.
Passed
e.
Overview of Commercial Sign Grant Program
Redevelopment Specialist, Miriam Garcia, presented an overview of the Commercial Sign Grant Program and answered questions posed by the Board.
The Board discussed the need to reach out to businesses who are critically in need of assistance.
The Board discussed the need to reach out to businesses who are critically in need of assistance.
Motion was made by Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., seconded by Commissioner Arnold Gaines to approve the Commercial Sign Grant Program.
- AYE:
- Chairperson Linda Hudson, Commissioner Arnold Gaines, Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr.
Passed
f.
Discussion on the terms within the surplus property development agreement template which has been drafted for utilization during the sale of FPRA property.
Interim City Attorney, Sara Hedges, presented the terms within the surplus property development agreement template and answered questions posed by the Board.
The Board expressed concerns with the timeline presented in the agreement template and suggested that the applicant submit their own timeline.
Interim City Attorney, Sara Hedges, suggested that she take the feedback and come back to the next FPRA meeting with proposed language.
The Board expressed concerns with the timeline presented in the agreement template and suggested that the applicant submit their own timeline.
Interim City Attorney, Sara Hedges, suggested that she take the feedback and come back to the next FPRA meeting with proposed language.
9.
STAFF COMMENTS
a.
FPRA Programs & Activities Summary
No comments from staff.
10.
BOARD COMMENTS
Chairperson Linda Hudson expressed appreciation for the FPRA Programs & Activities Summary Report.
Commissioner Arnold Gaines expressed interest in expanding the police presence in other areas of Fort Pierce.
The Board discussed the importance of safety within the city, obtaining data from the Police Department, and collaborating with neighboring municipalities.
City Manager, Nick Mimms, suggested looking up the parameters to ensure legitimate funding and tasking the Police with strategies to do so.
Commissioner Arnold Gaines expressed interest in expanding the police presence in other areas of Fort Pierce.
The Board discussed the importance of safety within the city, obtaining data from the Police Department, and collaborating with neighboring municipalities.
City Manager, Nick Mimms, suggested looking up the parameters to ensure legitimate funding and tasking the Police with strategies to do so.
11.
ADJOURNMENT
Chairperson Linda Hudson adjourned the meeting at 7:10 p.m.
ATTEST:
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