MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA, HELD IN THE CITY HALL COMMISSION CHAMBERS, 100 NORTH U.S. #1, FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA, AT 5:05 P.M. ON MONDAY, AUGUST 05, 2024.
1.
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Hudson called the August 05, 2024, Regular Meeting of the City Commission to order at 5:05 P.M.
2.
OPENING PRAYER - Devoshay Johnson, Deputy City Manager, EmPowered in Christ (E.P.I.C.) Ministries
3.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4.
ROLL CALL
- Present:
- Commissioner Michael Broderick; Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr.; Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson; Mayor Linda Hudson
- Absent:
- Commissioner Arnold Gaines
- Staff Present:
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- Deputy City Manager Devoshay Johnson
- Records Management Coordinator Tina Rel
- Assistant City Attorney Andrea Duenas
Motion was made by Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, seconded by Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr. to excuse Commissioner Gaines.
- AYE:
- Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, Mayor Linda Hudson
Passed
5.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
a.
Approval of the minutes of the July 15, 2024 Regular Meeting.
Motion was made by Commissioner Michael Broderick, seconded by Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr. to approve the minutes of the July 15, 2024 Regular Meeting.
- AYE:
- Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, Mayor Linda Hudson
Passed
6.
PROCLAMATIONS
7.
LETTERS TO COMMISSION
a.
Email from Jim Goertler expressing his gratitude for Redevelopment Specialist Miriam Garcia's consideration and assistance with the significant improvements he made to a building with her support.
8.
ADDITIONS OR DELETIONS TO AGENDA AND APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Items 11d-11j have been pulled at the request of staff.
Motion was made by Commissioner Michael Broderick, seconded by Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr. to approve the agenda as amended.
- AYE:
- Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, Mayor Linda Hudson
Passed
9.
COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC ON AGENDA ITEMS NOT REQUIRING PUBLIC HEARINGS
Any person who wishes to comment on an agenda item which is not under Public Hearings on the Agenda may be heard at this time and must sign up to speak in advance. Please limit your comments to three (3) minutes or less, as directed by the Mayor, as this section of the Agenda is limited to thirty minutes. The City Commission will not be able to take any official actions under Comments from the Public. Speakers will address the Mayor, Commissioners, and the Public with respect. Inappropriate language will not be tolerated.
Any person who wishes to comment on an agenda item which is not under Public Hearings on the Agenda may be heard at this time and must sign up to speak in advance. Please limit your comments to three (3) minutes or less, as directed by the Mayor, as this section of the Agenda is limited to thirty minutes. The City Commission will not be able to take any official actions under Comments from the Public. Speakers will address the Mayor, Commissioners, and the Public with respect. Inappropriate language will not be tolerated.
No comments
10.
MISCELLANEOUS REPORTS
11.
CONSENT AGENDA
a.
Approval of Change Order No. 1 for Specific Authorization 1 with Marlin Engineering, Inc., in the amount of $88,177.25 for the design of the Historic Downtown Fort Pierce Retrofit Trail - SUN Trail.
b.
Approval of the First Amendment to the June 1, 2010 Interlocal Agreement between St. Lucie County, the Treasure Coast Education, Research and Development Authority (TCERDA) Fort Pierce Utilities Authority (FPUA) and the City of Fort Pierce.
c.
Approval to enter into an agreement with the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) for a Resilient Florida Grant Agreement which is fully reimbursable for a City of Fort Pierce Comprehensive Vulnerability Assessment FDEP in the amount of $159,665.00.
d.
Approval of Continuing Services Contract for RFQ No. 2024-005, Miscellaneous Professional Architectural and Engineering Services to BCER Engineering, Inc., Melbourne, FL.
e.
Approval of Continuing Services Contract for RFQ No. 2024-005, Miscellaneous Professional Architectural and Engineering Services to TLC Engineering Solutions, Inc., Melbourne, FL.
f.
Approval of Continuing Services Contract for RFQ No. 2024-005, Miscellaneous Professional Architectural and Engineering Services to SGM Engineering, Inc., Orlando, FL.
g.
Approval of Continuing Services Contract for RFQ No. 2024-005, Miscellaneous Professional Architectural and Engineering Services to Royal Consulting Services, Inc., Longwood, FL.
h.
Approval of Continuing Services Contract for RFQ No. 2024-005, Miscellaneous Professional Architectural and Engineering Services to Cape Design Engineering, Co., Melbourne, FL.
i.
Approval of Continuing Services Contract for RFQ No. 2024-005, Miscellaneous Professional Architectural and Engineering Services to GFA International, Inc. dba Universal Engineering Sciences, Port St. Lucie, FL.
j.
Approval of Continuing Services Contract for RFQ No. 2024-005, Miscellaneous Professional Architectural and Engineering Services to EXP U.S. Services, Inc, Maitland, FL.
Motion was made by Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., seconded by Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson to approve items 11a-11c of the Consent Agenda.
- AYE:
- Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, Mayor Linda Hudson
Passed
12.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Quasi-Judicial Hearings follow a strict set of rules and procedures which can be found on the City’s website using this link: https://www.cityoffortpierce.com/DocumentCenter/View/6740/Quasi-Judicial-Procedures. All Quasi-Judicial decisions by the City Commission must be based on competency substantial evidence. Competent substantial evidence is evidence which will establish a substantial basis from which the fact at issue can reasonably be inferred. It includes fact or opinion evidence offered by an expert on a matter that requires specialized knowledge and that is relevant to the issues to be decided. It is evidence a reasonable mind could accept as having probative weight and adequate to support a legal conclusion. Hypothetical, speculative, fear or emotion based generalized statements that do not address the relevant issues and that cannot be reasonably said to support the action advocated, are not competent substantial evidence.
Quasi-Judicial Hearings follow a strict set of rules and procedures which can be found on the City’s website using this link: https://www.cityoffortpierce.com/DocumentCenter/View/6740/Quasi-Judicial-Procedures. All Quasi-Judicial decisions by the City Commission must be based on competency substantial evidence. Competent substantial evidence is evidence which will establish a substantial basis from which the fact at issue can reasonably be inferred. It includes fact or opinion evidence offered by an expert on a matter that requires specialized knowledge and that is relevant to the issues to be decided. It is evidence a reasonable mind could accept as having probative weight and adequate to support a legal conclusion. Hypothetical, speculative, fear or emotion based generalized statements that do not address the relevant issues and that cannot be reasonably said to support the action advocated, are not competent substantial evidence.
a.
Public Hearing and Resolution 24-R42 accepting Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) - Annual Action Plan 2024 – 2025
Records Management Coordinator, Tina Rel, introduced the Resolution, read by the title only, into the record.
RESOLUTION NO. 24-R42
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA RECEIVING AND ACCEPTING THE ANNUAL ACTION PLAN FOR SUBMISSION TO THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT FOR REVIEW AND APPROVAL; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Donnella Clarke, Grants Division Manager, presented the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) - Annual Action Plan.
Mayor Hudson inquired how the public can comment on programs and asked that when The World Changer is in town, this be added to the Commission calendars. Ms. Clarke commented that they can contact the grants department and/or respond online.
Mayor Hudson opened the public hearing.
Seeing no one, she closed the public hearing.
RESOLUTION NO. 24-R42
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA RECEIVING AND ACCEPTING THE ANNUAL ACTION PLAN FOR SUBMISSION TO THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT FOR REVIEW AND APPROVAL; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Donnella Clarke, Grants Division Manager, presented the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) - Annual Action Plan.
Mayor Hudson inquired how the public can comment on programs and asked that when The World Changer is in town, this be added to the Commission calendars. Ms. Clarke commented that they can contact the grants department and/or respond online.
Mayor Hudson opened the public hearing.
Seeing no one, she closed the public hearing.
Motion was made by Commissioner Michael Broderick, seconded by Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr. to accept the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) - Annual Action Plan 2024 – 2025 and Resolution 24-R42.
- AYE:
- Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, Mayor Linda Hudson
Passed
b.
Legislative Hearing - Ordinance 24-022: Review and approval of a Voluntary Annexation by owner 69 Delray LLC, to extend the territorial limits of the City of Fort Pierce, Florida, to include one (1) parcel at or near the intersection of W. Midway Road and Oleander Avenue. The proposed Future Land Use designation for the subject property is RH, High Density Residential, with a proposed Zoning designation of R-5, High Density Residential. Parcel ID: 3403-233-0002-000-6. SECOND READING
Records Management Coordinator, Tina Rel, introduced the Ordinance, read by the title only, into the record.
ORDINANCE NO. 24-022
AN ORDINANCE EXTENDING THE TERRITORIAL LIMITS OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA, TO INCLUDE ONE (1) PARCEL AT OR NEAR THE CORNER OF WEST MIDWAY ROAD AND OLEANDER AVE AND SHOWN ON EXHIBIT A; DIRECTING THE ST. LUCIE COUNTY PROPERTY APPRAISER TO ASSESS SAID PROPERTY AND PLACE IT ON THE CITY TAX ROLLS AS OF JANUARY 1, 2025; DIRECTING THE ST. LUCIE COUNTY TAX COLLECTOR TO COLLECT TAXES ON THE HEREIN DESCRIBED PROPERTY; ESTABLISHING THE FORT PIERCE ZONING DESIGNATION OF HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL (R-5); ESTABLISHING THE FORT PIERCE LAND USE DESIGNATION OF HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL (RH); DIRECTING FILING OF THE ORDINANCE WITH THE CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT AND CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY; DIRECTING REVISION OF THE CHARTER BOUNDARY ARTICLE TO BE FILED WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND SUBMITTED TO THE OFFICE OF ECONOMIC AND DEMOGRAPHIC RESEARCH; PROVIDING FOR A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES OR PARTS THEREOF IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.SECOND READING
Mayor Hudson opened the public hearing.
Debra Johns- posed concerns
Janice Douglas – posed concerns
Janet Burden – posed concerns
Rhonna Perry – posed concerns with traffic and accidents
Rebecca Grohall – on behalf of the applicant, and is available to answer questions.
Mayor Hudson closed the public hearing.
The Commission commented on taking the public concerns into account with impacts to the White City area and requested the developer meet with the residents about their concerns.
ORDINANCE NO. 24-022
AN ORDINANCE EXTENDING THE TERRITORIAL LIMITS OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA, TO INCLUDE ONE (1) PARCEL AT OR NEAR THE CORNER OF WEST MIDWAY ROAD AND OLEANDER AVE AND SHOWN ON EXHIBIT A; DIRECTING THE ST. LUCIE COUNTY PROPERTY APPRAISER TO ASSESS SAID PROPERTY AND PLACE IT ON THE CITY TAX ROLLS AS OF JANUARY 1, 2025; DIRECTING THE ST. LUCIE COUNTY TAX COLLECTOR TO COLLECT TAXES ON THE HEREIN DESCRIBED PROPERTY; ESTABLISHING THE FORT PIERCE ZONING DESIGNATION OF HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL (R-5); ESTABLISHING THE FORT PIERCE LAND USE DESIGNATION OF HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL (RH); DIRECTING FILING OF THE ORDINANCE WITH THE CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT AND CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY; DIRECTING REVISION OF THE CHARTER BOUNDARY ARTICLE TO BE FILED WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND SUBMITTED TO THE OFFICE OF ECONOMIC AND DEMOGRAPHIC RESEARCH; PROVIDING FOR A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES OR PARTS THEREOF IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.SECOND READING
Mayor Hudson opened the public hearing.
Debra Johns- posed concerns
Janice Douglas – posed concerns
Janet Burden – posed concerns
Rhonna Perry – posed concerns with traffic and accidents
Rebecca Grohall – on behalf of the applicant, and is available to answer questions.
Mayor Hudson closed the public hearing.
The Commission commented on taking the public concerns into account with impacts to the White City area and requested the developer meet with the residents about their concerns.
Motion was made by Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., seconded by Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson to approve Ordinance No.24-022.
- AYE:
- Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, Mayor Linda Hudson
Passed
c.
Legislative Hearing - Ordinance 24-023 - City Initiated Annexation of one (1) parcel owned by KG Concrete & Development LLC located at or near 4105 Mariah Cir. Parcel ID#:2407-114-0002-000-9 - FIRST READING
Records Management Coordinator, Tina Rel, introduced the Ordinance, read by the title only, into the record.
ORDINANCE NO. 24-023
AN ORDINANCE EXTENDING THE TERRITORIAL LIMITS OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA, TO INCLUDE ONE (1) LOT AT 4105 MARIAH CIR IN FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA; DIRECTING THE ST. LUCIE COUNTY PROPERTY APPRAISER TO ASSESS SAID PROPERTY AND PLACE IT ON THE CITY TAX ROLLS AS OF JANUARY 1, 2025; MAINTAINING THE ST. LUCIE COUNTY ZONING DESIGNATION OF INDUSTRIAL LIGHT (IL) AND ST. LUCIE COUNTY FUTURE LAND USE CATEGORY OF INDUSTRIAL (IND); DIRECTING THE ST. LUCIE COUNTY TAX COLLECTOR TO COLLECT TAXES ON THE HEREIN DESCRIBED PROPERTY; CERTIFYING PUBLICATION OF THIS ORDINANCE; DIRECTING FILING OF THE ORDINANCE WITH THE CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT AND CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY; DIRECTING REVISION OF THE CHARTER BOUNDARY ARTICLE TO BE FILED WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND SUBMITTED TO THE OFFICE OF ECONOMIC AND DEMOGRAPHIC RESEARCH; PROVIDING FOR A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES OR PARTS THEREOF IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.FIRST READING
Kevin Freeman, Planning Director presented the annexation of one (1) parcel owned by KG Concrete & Development LLC located at or near 4105 Mariah Cir.
Mayor Hudson opened the public hearing.
Seeing no one, she closed the public hearing.
ORDINANCE NO. 24-023
AN ORDINANCE EXTENDING THE TERRITORIAL LIMITS OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA, TO INCLUDE ONE (1) LOT AT 4105 MARIAH CIR IN FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA; DIRECTING THE ST. LUCIE COUNTY PROPERTY APPRAISER TO ASSESS SAID PROPERTY AND PLACE IT ON THE CITY TAX ROLLS AS OF JANUARY 1, 2025; MAINTAINING THE ST. LUCIE COUNTY ZONING DESIGNATION OF INDUSTRIAL LIGHT (IL) AND ST. LUCIE COUNTY FUTURE LAND USE CATEGORY OF INDUSTRIAL (IND); DIRECTING THE ST. LUCIE COUNTY TAX COLLECTOR TO COLLECT TAXES ON THE HEREIN DESCRIBED PROPERTY; CERTIFYING PUBLICATION OF THIS ORDINANCE; DIRECTING FILING OF THE ORDINANCE WITH THE CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT AND CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY; DIRECTING REVISION OF THE CHARTER BOUNDARY ARTICLE TO BE FILED WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND SUBMITTED TO THE OFFICE OF ECONOMIC AND DEMOGRAPHIC RESEARCH; PROVIDING FOR A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES OR PARTS THEREOF IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.FIRST READING
Kevin Freeman, Planning Director presented the annexation of one (1) parcel owned by KG Concrete & Development LLC located at or near 4105 Mariah Cir.
Mayor Hudson opened the public hearing.
Seeing no one, she closed the public hearing.
Motion was made by Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, seconded by Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr. to approve Ordinance No. 24-023.
- AYE:
- Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, Mayor Linda Hudson
Passed
d.
Legislative Hearing - Ordinance 24-024 - City Initiated Annexation of one (1) parcel owned by Lawn Chair Properties LLC located at or near 4106 Mariah Cir. Parcel ID#:2407-111-0001-000-3 - FIRST READING
Records Management Coordinator, Tina Rel, introduced the Ordinance, read by the title only, into the record.
ORDINANCE NO. 24-024
AN ORDINANCE EXTENDING THE TERRITORIAL LIMITS OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA, TO INCLUDE ONE (1) LOT AT 4106 MARIAH CIR IN FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA; DIRECTING THE ST. LUCIE COUNTY PROPERTY APPRAISER TO ASSESS SAID PROPERTY AND PLACE IT ON THE CITY TAX ROLLS AS OF JANUARY 1, 2025; MAINTAINING THE ST. LUCIE COUNTY ZONING DESIGNATION OF INDUSTRIAL LIGHT (IL) AND ST. LUCIE COUNTY FUTURE LAND USE CATEGORY OF INDUSTRIAL (IND); DIRECTING THE ST. LUCIE COUNTY TAX COLLECTOR TO COLLECT TAXES ON THE HEREIN DESCRIBED PROPERTY; CERTIFYING PUBLICATION OF THIS ORDINANCE; DIRECTING FILING OF THE ORDINANCE WITH THE CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT AND CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY; DIRECTING REVISION OF THE CHARTER BOUNDARY ARTICLE TO BE FILED WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND SUBMITTED TO THE OFFICE OF ECONOMIC AND DEMOGRAPHIC RESEARCH; PROVIDING FOR A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES OR PARTS THEREOF IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.FIRST READING
Kevin Freeman, Planning Director, presented the annexation of one (1) parcel owned by Lawn Chair Properties LLC located at or near 4106 Mariah Cir.
Mayor Hudson opened the public hearing.
Seeing no one, she closed the public hearing.
ORDINANCE NO. 24-024
AN ORDINANCE EXTENDING THE TERRITORIAL LIMITS OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA, TO INCLUDE ONE (1) LOT AT 4106 MARIAH CIR IN FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA; DIRECTING THE ST. LUCIE COUNTY PROPERTY APPRAISER TO ASSESS SAID PROPERTY AND PLACE IT ON THE CITY TAX ROLLS AS OF JANUARY 1, 2025; MAINTAINING THE ST. LUCIE COUNTY ZONING DESIGNATION OF INDUSTRIAL LIGHT (IL) AND ST. LUCIE COUNTY FUTURE LAND USE CATEGORY OF INDUSTRIAL (IND); DIRECTING THE ST. LUCIE COUNTY TAX COLLECTOR TO COLLECT TAXES ON THE HEREIN DESCRIBED PROPERTY; CERTIFYING PUBLICATION OF THIS ORDINANCE; DIRECTING FILING OF THE ORDINANCE WITH THE CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT AND CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY; DIRECTING REVISION OF THE CHARTER BOUNDARY ARTICLE TO BE FILED WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND SUBMITTED TO THE OFFICE OF ECONOMIC AND DEMOGRAPHIC RESEARCH; PROVIDING FOR A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES OR PARTS THEREOF IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.FIRST READING
Kevin Freeman, Planning Director, presented the annexation of one (1) parcel owned by Lawn Chair Properties LLC located at or near 4106 Mariah Cir.
Mayor Hudson opened the public hearing.
Seeing no one, she closed the public hearing.
Motion was made by Commissioner Michael Broderick, seconded by Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr. to approve Ordinance No. 24-024.
- AYE:
- Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, Mayor Linda Hudson
Passed
e.
Legislative Hearing - Ordinance 24-025 - City Initiated Annexation of one (1) parcel owned by Unity Three Office Bldg LLC located at or near 4075 Virginia Ave. Parcel ID#:2420-602-0013-000-8 - FIRST READING
Records Management Coordinator, Tina Rel, introduced the Ordinance, read by the title only, into the record.
ORDINANCE NO. 24-025
AN ORDINANCE EXTENDING THE TERRITORIAL LIMITS OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA, TO INCLUDE ONE (1) LOT AT 4075 VIRGINIA AVE IN FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA; DIRECTING THE ST. LUCIE COUNTY PROPERTY APPRAISER TO ASSESS SAID PROPERTY AND PLACE IT ON THE CITY TAX ROLLS AS OF JANUARY 1, 2025; MAINTAINING THE ST. LUCIE COUNTY ZONING DESIGNATION OF COMMERCIAL GENERAL (CG) AND ST. LUCIE COUNTY FUTURE LAND USE CATEGORY OF COMMERCIAL (COM); DIRECTING THE ST. LUCIE COUNTY TAX COLLECTOR TO COLLECT TAXES ON THE HEREIN DESCRIBED PROPERTY; CERTIFYING PUBLICATION OF THIS ORDINANCE; DIRECTING FILING OF THE ORDINANCE WITH THE CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT AND CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY; DIRECTING REVISION OF THE CHARTER BOUNDARY ARTICLE TO BE FILED WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND SUBMITTED TO THE OFFICE OF ECONOMIC AND DEMOGRAPHIC RESEARCH; PROVIDING FOR A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES OR PARTS THEREOF IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.FIRST READING
Kevin Freeman, Planning Director, presented the annexation of one (1) parcel owned by Unity Three Office Bldg. LLC located at or near 4075 Virginia Ave.
Mayor Hudson opened the public hearing.
Seeing no one, she closed the public hearing.
ORDINANCE NO. 24-025
AN ORDINANCE EXTENDING THE TERRITORIAL LIMITS OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA, TO INCLUDE ONE (1) LOT AT 4075 VIRGINIA AVE IN FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA; DIRECTING THE ST. LUCIE COUNTY PROPERTY APPRAISER TO ASSESS SAID PROPERTY AND PLACE IT ON THE CITY TAX ROLLS AS OF JANUARY 1, 2025; MAINTAINING THE ST. LUCIE COUNTY ZONING DESIGNATION OF COMMERCIAL GENERAL (CG) AND ST. LUCIE COUNTY FUTURE LAND USE CATEGORY OF COMMERCIAL (COM); DIRECTING THE ST. LUCIE COUNTY TAX COLLECTOR TO COLLECT TAXES ON THE HEREIN DESCRIBED PROPERTY; CERTIFYING PUBLICATION OF THIS ORDINANCE; DIRECTING FILING OF THE ORDINANCE WITH THE CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT AND CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY; DIRECTING REVISION OF THE CHARTER BOUNDARY ARTICLE TO BE FILED WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND SUBMITTED TO THE OFFICE OF ECONOMIC AND DEMOGRAPHIC RESEARCH; PROVIDING FOR A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES OR PARTS THEREOF IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.FIRST READING
Kevin Freeman, Planning Director, presented the annexation of one (1) parcel owned by Unity Three Office Bldg. LLC located at or near 4075 Virginia Ave.
Mayor Hudson opened the public hearing.
Seeing no one, she closed the public hearing.
Motion was made by Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, seconded by Commissioner Michael Broderick to approve Ordinance No. 24-025.
- AYE:
- Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, Mayor Linda Hudson
Passed
f.
Legislative Hearing - Ordinance 24-026 - City Initiated Annexation of one (1) parcel owned by Unity Three Office Bldg LLC located at or near 2304 S 41st Street. Parcel ID#:2420-602-0016-000-9 - FIRST READING
Records Management Coordinator, Tina Rel, introduced the Ordinance, read by the title only, into the record.
ORDINANCE NO. 24-026
AN ORDINANCE EXTENDING THE TERRITORIAL LIMITS OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA, TO INCLUDE ONE (1) LOT AT 2304 SOUTH 41ST STREET IN FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA; DIRECTING THE ST. LUCIE COUNTY PROPERTY APPRAISER TO ASSESS SAID PROPERTY AND PLACE IT ON THE CITY TAX ROLLS AS OF JANUARY 1, 2025; MAINTAINING THE ST. LUCIE COUNTY ZONING DESIGNATION OF COMMERCIAL GENERAL (CG) AND ST. LUCIE COUNTY FUTURE LAND USE CATEGORY OF COMMERCIAL (COM); DIRECTING THE ST. LUCIE COUNTY TAX COLLECTOR TO COLLECT TAXES ON THE HEREIN DESCRIBED PROPERTY; CERTIFYING PUBLICATION OF THIS ORDINANCE; DIRECTING FILING OF THE ORDINANCE WITH THE CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT AND CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY; DIRECTING REVISION OF THE CHARTER BOUNDARY ARTICLE TO BE FILED WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND SUBMITTED TO THE OFFICE OF ECONOMIC AND DEMOGRAPHIC RESEARCH; PROVIDING FOR A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES OR PARTS THEREOF IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Kevin Freeman, Planning Director, presented the annexation of one (1) parcel owned by Unity Three Office Bldg. LLC located at or near 2304 S 41st Street.
Mayor Hudson opened the public hearing.
Seeing no one, she closed the public hearing.
ORDINANCE NO. 24-026
AN ORDINANCE EXTENDING THE TERRITORIAL LIMITS OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA, TO INCLUDE ONE (1) LOT AT 2304 SOUTH 41ST STREET IN FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA; DIRECTING THE ST. LUCIE COUNTY PROPERTY APPRAISER TO ASSESS SAID PROPERTY AND PLACE IT ON THE CITY TAX ROLLS AS OF JANUARY 1, 2025; MAINTAINING THE ST. LUCIE COUNTY ZONING DESIGNATION OF COMMERCIAL GENERAL (CG) AND ST. LUCIE COUNTY FUTURE LAND USE CATEGORY OF COMMERCIAL (COM); DIRECTING THE ST. LUCIE COUNTY TAX COLLECTOR TO COLLECT TAXES ON THE HEREIN DESCRIBED PROPERTY; CERTIFYING PUBLICATION OF THIS ORDINANCE; DIRECTING FILING OF THE ORDINANCE WITH THE CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT AND CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY; DIRECTING REVISION OF THE CHARTER BOUNDARY ARTICLE TO BE FILED WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND SUBMITTED TO THE OFFICE OF ECONOMIC AND DEMOGRAPHIC RESEARCH; PROVIDING FOR A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES OR PARTS THEREOF IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Kevin Freeman, Planning Director, presented the annexation of one (1) parcel owned by Unity Three Office Bldg. LLC located at or near 2304 S 41st Street.
Mayor Hudson opened the public hearing.
Seeing no one, she closed the public hearing.
Motion was made by Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., seconded by Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson to approve Ordinance No. 24-026.
- AYE:
- Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, Mayor Linda Hudson
Passed
g.
Legislative Hearing - Ordinance 24-027 - City Initiated Annexation of one (1) parcel owned by Jose & Rosemary Torres located at or near 4351 S 25th Street. Parcel ID#:2432-414-0005-000-9 - FIRST READING
Records Management Coordinator, Tina Rel, introduced the Ordinance, read by the title only, into the record.
ORDINANCE NO. 24-027
AN ORDINANCE EXTENDING THE TERRITORIAL LIMITS OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA, TO INCLUDE ONE (1) LOT AT 4351 SOUTH 25TH STREET IN FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA; DIRECTING THE ST. LUCIE COUNTY PROPERTY APPRAISER TO ASSESS SAID PROPERTY AND PLACE IT ON THE CITY TAX ROLLS AS OF JANUARY 1, 2025; MAINTAINING THE ST. LUCIE COUNTY ZONING DESIGNATION OF AGRICULTURAL-1 (AR-1) AND ST. LUCIE COUNTY FUTURE LAND USE CATEGORY OF RESIDENTIAL SUBURBAN (RS); DIRECTING THE ST. LUCIE COUNTY TAX COLLECTOR TO COLLECT TAXES ON THE HEREIN DESCRIBED PROPERTY; CERTIFYING PUBLICATION OF THIS ORDINANCE; DIRECTING FILING OF THE ORDINANCE WITH THE CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT AND CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY; DIRECTING REVISION OF THE CHARTER BOUNDARY ARTICLE TO BE FILED WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND SUBMITTED TO THE OFFICE OF ECONOMIC AND DEMOGRAPHIC RESEARCH; PROVIDING FOR A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES OR PARTS THEREOF IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Kevin Freeman, Planning Director, presented the annexation of one (1) parcel owned by Jose & Rosemary Torres located at or near 4351 S 25th Street.
Mayor Hudson opened the public hearing.
Seeing no one, she closed the public hearing.
ORDINANCE NO. 24-027
AN ORDINANCE EXTENDING THE TERRITORIAL LIMITS OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA, TO INCLUDE ONE (1) LOT AT 4351 SOUTH 25TH STREET IN FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA; DIRECTING THE ST. LUCIE COUNTY PROPERTY APPRAISER TO ASSESS SAID PROPERTY AND PLACE IT ON THE CITY TAX ROLLS AS OF JANUARY 1, 2025; MAINTAINING THE ST. LUCIE COUNTY ZONING DESIGNATION OF AGRICULTURAL-1 (AR-1) AND ST. LUCIE COUNTY FUTURE LAND USE CATEGORY OF RESIDENTIAL SUBURBAN (RS); DIRECTING THE ST. LUCIE COUNTY TAX COLLECTOR TO COLLECT TAXES ON THE HEREIN DESCRIBED PROPERTY; CERTIFYING PUBLICATION OF THIS ORDINANCE; DIRECTING FILING OF THE ORDINANCE WITH THE CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT AND CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY; DIRECTING REVISION OF THE CHARTER BOUNDARY ARTICLE TO BE FILED WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND SUBMITTED TO THE OFFICE OF ECONOMIC AND DEMOGRAPHIC RESEARCH; PROVIDING FOR A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES OR PARTS THEREOF IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Kevin Freeman, Planning Director, presented the annexation of one (1) parcel owned by Jose & Rosemary Torres located at or near 4351 S 25th Street.
Mayor Hudson opened the public hearing.
Seeing no one, she closed the public hearing.
Motion was made by Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, seconded by Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr. to approve Ordinance No. 24-027.
- AYE:
- Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, Mayor Linda Hudson
Passed
h.
Legislative Hearing - Ordinance 24-028 - City Initiated Annexation of one (1) parcel owned by Italian Castle Of The Treasure Coast LLC located at or near 4560 S 25th Street. Parcel ID#:2433-333-0001-000-6 - FIRST READING
Records Management Coordinator, Tina Rel, introduced the Ordinance, read by the title only, into the record.
ORDINANCE NO. 24-028
AN ORDINANCE EXTENDING THE TERRITORIAL LIMITS OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA, TO INCLUDE ONE (1) LOT AT 4560 SOUTH 25TH STREET IN FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA; DIRECTING THE ST. LUCIE COUNTY PROPERTY APPRAISER TO ASSESS SAID PROPERTY AND PLACE IT ON THE CITY TAX ROLLS AS OF JANUARY 1, 2025; MAINTAINING THE ST. LUCIE COUNTY ZONING DESIGNATIONS OF AGRICULTURAL-1 (AR-1) AND RELIGIOUS FACILITIES (RF) AND INSTITUTIONAL (I) AND THE ST. LUCIE COUNTY FUTURE LAND USE CATEGORIES OF PUBLIC FACILITIES (P/F) AND RESIDENTIAL SUBURBAN (RS); DIRECTING THE ST. LUCIE COUNTY TAX COLLECTOR TO COLLECT TAXES ON THE HEREIN DESCRIBED PROPERTY; CERTIFYING PUBLICATION OF THIS ORDINANCE; DIRECTING FILING OF THE ORDINANCE WITH THE CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT AND CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY; DIRECTING REVISION OF THE CHARTER BOUNDARY ARTICLE TO BE FILED WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND SUBMITTED TO THE OFFICE OF ECONOMIC AND DEMOGRAPHIC RESEARCH; PROVIDING FOR A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES OR PARTS THEREOF IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Kevin Freeman, Planning Director, presented the annexation of one (1) parcel owned by Italian Castle of The Treasure Coast LLC located at or near 4560 S 25th Street.
Mayor Hudson opened the public hearing.
Seeing no one, she closed the public hearing.
ORDINANCE NO. 24-028
AN ORDINANCE EXTENDING THE TERRITORIAL LIMITS OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA, TO INCLUDE ONE (1) LOT AT 4560 SOUTH 25TH STREET IN FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA; DIRECTING THE ST. LUCIE COUNTY PROPERTY APPRAISER TO ASSESS SAID PROPERTY AND PLACE IT ON THE CITY TAX ROLLS AS OF JANUARY 1, 2025; MAINTAINING THE ST. LUCIE COUNTY ZONING DESIGNATIONS OF AGRICULTURAL-1 (AR-1) AND RELIGIOUS FACILITIES (RF) AND INSTITUTIONAL (I) AND THE ST. LUCIE COUNTY FUTURE LAND USE CATEGORIES OF PUBLIC FACILITIES (P/F) AND RESIDENTIAL SUBURBAN (RS); DIRECTING THE ST. LUCIE COUNTY TAX COLLECTOR TO COLLECT TAXES ON THE HEREIN DESCRIBED PROPERTY; CERTIFYING PUBLICATION OF THIS ORDINANCE; DIRECTING FILING OF THE ORDINANCE WITH THE CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT AND CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY; DIRECTING REVISION OF THE CHARTER BOUNDARY ARTICLE TO BE FILED WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND SUBMITTED TO THE OFFICE OF ECONOMIC AND DEMOGRAPHIC RESEARCH; PROVIDING FOR A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES OR PARTS THEREOF IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Kevin Freeman, Planning Director, presented the annexation of one (1) parcel owned by Italian Castle of The Treasure Coast LLC located at or near 4560 S 25th Street.
Mayor Hudson opened the public hearing.
Seeing no one, she closed the public hearing.
Motion was made by Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., seconded by Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson to approve Ordinance No. 24-028.
- AYE:
- Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, Mayor Linda Hudson
Passed
i.
Legislative Hearing - Ordinance 24-029 - City Initiated Annexation of one (1) parcel owned by Accurate Septic Holdings LLC located at or near 4120 Selvitz. Parcel ID#:2432-233-0001-000-6 - FIRST READING
Records Management Coordinator, Tina Rel, introduced the Ordinance, read by the title only, into the record.
ORDINANCE NO. 24-029
AN ORDINANCE EXTENDING THE TERRITORIAL LIMITS OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA, TO INCLUDE ONE (1) LOT AT 4120 SELVITZ RD IN FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA; DIRECTING THE ST. LUCIE COUNTY PROPERTY APPRAISER TO ASSESS SAID PROPERTY AND PLACE IT ON THE CITY TAX ROLLS AS OF JANUARY 1, 2025; MAINTAINING THE ST. LUCIE COUNTY ZONING DESIGNATION OF INDUSTRIAL HEAVY (IH) AND ST. LUCIE COUNTY FUTURE LAND USE CATEGORY OF INDUSTRIAL (IND); DIRECTING THE ST. LUCIE COUNTY TAX COLLECTOR TO COLLECT TAXES ON THE HEREIN DESCRIBED PROPERTY; CERTIFYING PUBLICATION OF THIS ORDINANCE; DIRECTING FILING OF THE ORDINANCE WITH THE CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT AND CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY; DIRECTING REVISION OF THE CHARTER BOUNDARY ARTICLE TO BE FILED WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND SUBMITTED TO THE OFFICE OF ECONOMIC AND DEMOGRAPHIC RESEARCH; PROVIDING FOR A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES OR PARTS THEREOF IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Kevin Freeman, Planning Director, presented the annexation of one (1) parcel owned by Accurate Septic Holdings LLC located at or near 4120 Selvitz Rd.
Mayor Hudson opened the public hearing.
Seeing no one, she closed the public hearing.
ORDINANCE NO. 24-029
AN ORDINANCE EXTENDING THE TERRITORIAL LIMITS OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA, TO INCLUDE ONE (1) LOT AT 4120 SELVITZ RD IN FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA; DIRECTING THE ST. LUCIE COUNTY PROPERTY APPRAISER TO ASSESS SAID PROPERTY AND PLACE IT ON THE CITY TAX ROLLS AS OF JANUARY 1, 2025; MAINTAINING THE ST. LUCIE COUNTY ZONING DESIGNATION OF INDUSTRIAL HEAVY (IH) AND ST. LUCIE COUNTY FUTURE LAND USE CATEGORY OF INDUSTRIAL (IND); DIRECTING THE ST. LUCIE COUNTY TAX COLLECTOR TO COLLECT TAXES ON THE HEREIN DESCRIBED PROPERTY; CERTIFYING PUBLICATION OF THIS ORDINANCE; DIRECTING FILING OF THE ORDINANCE WITH THE CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT AND CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY; DIRECTING REVISION OF THE CHARTER BOUNDARY ARTICLE TO BE FILED WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND SUBMITTED TO THE OFFICE OF ECONOMIC AND DEMOGRAPHIC RESEARCH; PROVIDING FOR A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES OR PARTS THEREOF IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Kevin Freeman, Planning Director, presented the annexation of one (1) parcel owned by Accurate Septic Holdings LLC located at or near 4120 Selvitz Rd.
Mayor Hudson opened the public hearing.
Seeing no one, she closed the public hearing.
Motion was made by Commissioner Michael Broderick, seconded by Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr. to approve Ordinance No. 24-029.
- AYE:
- Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, Mayor Linda Hudson
Passed
j.
Legislative Hearing - Ordinance 24-033 - Voluntary annexation to include one (1) parcel at or near 3804 Sunrise Boulevard, Parcel ID: 2433-123-0001-000-1. FIRST READING
Records Management Coordinator, Tina Rel, introduced the Ordinance, read by the title only, into the record.
ORDINANCE NO. 24-033
AN ORDINANCE EXTENDING THE TERRITORIAL LIMITS OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA, TO INCLUDE ONE (1) PARCEL AT OR NEAR 3804 SUNRISE BOULEVARD, AND SHOWN ON EXHIBIT A; DIRECTING THE ST. LUCIE COUNTY PROPERTY APPRAISER TO ASSESS SAID PROPERTY AND PLACE IT ON THE CITY TAX ROLLS AS OF JANUARY 1, 2025; DIRECTING THE ST. LUCIE COUNTY TAX COLLECTOR TO COLLECT TAXES ON THE HEREIN DESCRIBED PROPERTY; ESTABLISHING THE ZONING DESIGNATION OF SINGLE-FAMILY LOW DENSITY (R-1); ESTABLISHING THE LAND USE DESIGNATION OF RESIDENTIAL LOW DENSITY (RL); DIRECTING FILING OF THE ORDINANCE WITH THE CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT AND CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY; DIRECTING REVISION OF THE CHARTER BOUNDARY ARTICLE TO BE FILED WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND SUBMITTED TO THE OFFICE OF ECONOMIC AND DEMOGRAPHIC RESEARCH; PROVIDING FOR A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES OR PARTS THEREOF IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.FIRST READING
Vennis Gilmore, Assistant Planning Director, presented the annexation of one (1) parcel at or near 3804 Sunrise Boulevard.
RECOMMENDATION:
The annexation meets the standards of the City's Comprehensive Plan, specifically Policy Section 1.11 regarding annexations. Planning Staff recommends approval of the proposed annexation along with the Future Land Use Designation of Residential Low-Density (RL) and Zoning Designation of Single Family Low-Density Residential (R-1).
Commission Questions of Staff:
Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson inquired on the existing and proposed density.
Mr. Gilmore clarified the differences in density.
Mayor Hudson opened the public hearing.
Seeing no one, she closed the public hearing.
ORDINANCE NO. 24-033
AN ORDINANCE EXTENDING THE TERRITORIAL LIMITS OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA, TO INCLUDE ONE (1) PARCEL AT OR NEAR 3804 SUNRISE BOULEVARD, AND SHOWN ON EXHIBIT A; DIRECTING THE ST. LUCIE COUNTY PROPERTY APPRAISER TO ASSESS SAID PROPERTY AND PLACE IT ON THE CITY TAX ROLLS AS OF JANUARY 1, 2025; DIRECTING THE ST. LUCIE COUNTY TAX COLLECTOR TO COLLECT TAXES ON THE HEREIN DESCRIBED PROPERTY; ESTABLISHING THE ZONING DESIGNATION OF SINGLE-FAMILY LOW DENSITY (R-1); ESTABLISHING THE LAND USE DESIGNATION OF RESIDENTIAL LOW DENSITY (RL); DIRECTING FILING OF THE ORDINANCE WITH THE CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT AND CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY; DIRECTING REVISION OF THE CHARTER BOUNDARY ARTICLE TO BE FILED WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND SUBMITTED TO THE OFFICE OF ECONOMIC AND DEMOGRAPHIC RESEARCH; PROVIDING FOR A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES OR PARTS THEREOF IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.FIRST READING
Vennis Gilmore, Assistant Planning Director, presented the annexation of one (1) parcel at or near 3804 Sunrise Boulevard.
RECOMMENDATION:
The annexation meets the standards of the City's Comprehensive Plan, specifically Policy Section 1.11 regarding annexations. Planning Staff recommends approval of the proposed annexation along with the Future Land Use Designation of Residential Low-Density (RL) and Zoning Designation of Single Family Low-Density Residential (R-1).
Commission Questions of Staff:
Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson inquired on the existing and proposed density.
Mr. Gilmore clarified the differences in density.
Mayor Hudson opened the public hearing.
Seeing no one, she closed the public hearing.
Motion was made by Commissioner Michael Broderick, seconded by Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson to approve Ordinance No. 24-033.
- AYE:
- Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, Mayor Linda Hudson
Passed
13.
CITY COMMISSION
a.
Resolution 24-R40 Establishing the Military Hometown Hero Banner Program and Adopting Policies and Guidelines and an Application
Records Management Coordinator, Tina Rel, introduced the Resolution, read by the title only, into the record.
RESOLUTION NO. 24-R40
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA; ESTABLISHING THE MILITARY HOMETOWN HERO BANNER PROGRAM AND ADOPTING POLICIES AND GUIDELINES AND AN APPLICATION THERETO; PROVIDING FOR A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; REPEALING ALL RESOLUTIONS IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Marsha Commond, Public Works, presented establishing the Military Hometown Hero Banner Program and Adopting Policies and Guidelines and an Application.
The Commission inquired on how the banner would be cared for, consideration of a keepsake that would be provided if the banner deteriorated, how honorees are determined, expansion into other areas of the City, and the promotion of the program.
Ms. Commond commented on the expected longevity of the banner, possible expansion, and promotion of the program.
RESOLUTION NO. 24-R40
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA; ESTABLISHING THE MILITARY HOMETOWN HERO BANNER PROGRAM AND ADOPTING POLICIES AND GUIDELINES AND AN APPLICATION THERETO; PROVIDING FOR A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; REPEALING ALL RESOLUTIONS IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Marsha Commond, Public Works, presented establishing the Military Hometown Hero Banner Program and Adopting Policies and Guidelines and an Application.
The Commission inquired on how the banner would be cared for, consideration of a keepsake that would be provided if the banner deteriorated, how honorees are determined, expansion into other areas of the City, and the promotion of the program.
Ms. Commond commented on the expected longevity of the banner, possible expansion, and promotion of the program.
Motion was made by Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., seconded by Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson to approve Resolution 24-R40.
- AYE:
- Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, Mayor Linda Hudson
Passed
b.
Resolution 24-R41 Authorizing the purchase of property near 610 N. Causeway from the State of Florida for the cost of recording and processing fees totaling $54.75.
Records Management Coordinator, Tina Rel, introduced the Resolution, read by the title only, into the record.
RESOLUTION NO. 24-R41
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA, A MUNICIPAL CORPORATION, AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF PROPERTY NEAR 601 N. CAUSEWAY FROM THE STATE OF FLORIDA, BY AND THROUGH THE STATE OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION; AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF ALL DOCUMENTS NECESSARY AND INCIDENT TO SUCH PURCHASE; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
John R. Andrews, City Engineer/Deputy City Manager, commented on the acquisition of the property.
RESOLUTION NO. 24-R41
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA, A MUNICIPAL CORPORATION, AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF PROPERTY NEAR 601 N. CAUSEWAY FROM THE STATE OF FLORIDA, BY AND THROUGH THE STATE OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION; AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF ALL DOCUMENTS NECESSARY AND INCIDENT TO SUCH PURCHASE; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
John R. Andrews, City Engineer/Deputy City Manager, commented on the acquisition of the property.
c.
Selection of Florida League of Cities Voting Delegate for annual business meeting on Saturday, August 17.
Commissioner Curtis Johnson was nominated as the delegate for the Florida League of Cities.
Motion was made by Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, seconded by Commissioner Michael Broderick to accept the nomination of Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr. as the voting delegate for the Florida League of Cities Annual Conference.
- AYE:
- Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, Mayor Linda Hudson
Passed
d.
Submission of applications to serve on the Planning Board.
Commissioner Johnson commented on the job done by the Planning Department.
14.
COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
Any person who wishes to comment on any subject may be heard at this time. Please limit your comments to three (3) minutes or less, as directed by the Mayor, as this section of the Agenda is limited to thirty minutes. The City Commission will not be able to take any official actions under Comments from the Public. Speakers will address the Mayor, Commissioners, and the Public with respect. Inappropriate language will not be tolerated.
Any person who wishes to comment on any subject may be heard at this time. Please limit your comments to three (3) minutes or less, as directed by the Mayor, as this section of the Agenda is limited to thirty minutes. The City Commission will not be able to take any official actions under Comments from the Public. Speakers will address the Mayor, Commissioners, and the Public with respect. Inappropriate language will not be tolerated.
Dennis McWilliams
Ellen Gillette
Charlie Hayek
Catalina Escobar
Shane Stokes
Kevin Muhammad
Larry Croom
Casey Davis
John Heaning
Jon Alford
Taylor Hoskins
Fabian Zamora
Andy Avery
Vadim Donchu
Takisha Brainval
Officer De Leon
Lisa Nelson
Rick Reed
Reggie Sessions
Noah Clarke
Shenoy Raghuraj
Ellen Gillette
Charlie Hayek
Catalina Escobar
Shane Stokes
Kevin Muhammad
Larry Croom
Casey Davis
John Heaning
Jon Alford
Taylor Hoskins
Fabian Zamora
Andy Avery
Vadim Donchu
Takisha Brainval
Officer De Leon
Lisa Nelson
Rick Reed
Reggie Sessions
Noah Clarke
Shenoy Raghuraj
15.
COMMENTS FROM THE CITY MANAGER
a.
Reports
Deputy City Manager, Devoshay Johnson – No comments
Records Management Coordinator, Tina Rel – No comments
Assistant City Attorney, Andrea Duenas – No comments
Records Management Coordinator, Tina Rel – No comments
Assistant City Attorney, Andrea Duenas – No comments
16.
COMMENTS FROM THE COMMISSION
Commissioner Curtis Johnson commented on the police department, wages, and development.
Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson commented on the nation, evaluation of the City, wages, development, resources and solution to City matters.
Commissioner Broderick thanked the police department staff and commented on the turnover within the police department that requires a resolution, and federal appropriations.
Mayor Hudson commented on the police department and their value, residential and commercial taxes.
Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson commented on the nation, evaluation of the City, wages, development, resources and solution to City matters.
Commissioner Broderick thanked the police department staff and commented on the turnover within the police department that requires a resolution, and federal appropriations.
Mayor Hudson commented on the police department and their value, residential and commercial taxes.
17.
ADJOURNMENT
Immediately following adjournment, please move toward the doors and exit the chambers. This allows for the safe and courteous exit of all persons, and those on the dais. Conversations after the meeting should be held outside of chambers, in the foyer or elsewhere, but not in the commission chambers where lights will be out as soon as the chambers are empty.
Immediately following adjournment, please move toward the doors and exit the chambers. This allows for the safe and courteous exit of all persons, and those on the dais. Conversations after the meeting should be held outside of chambers, in the foyer or elsewhere, but not in the commission chambers where lights will be out as soon as the chambers are empty.
Mayor Hudson adjourned the meeting at 7:38 p.m.
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