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 10, 2024.
1.
CALL TO ORDER
Chairwoman Hudson called the 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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- Records Management Coordinator Tina Rel
- Acting City Manager Linda Cox
- City Attorney Sara Hedges
4.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
a.
Approval of minutes from the August 13, 2024 meeting.
Motion was made by Commissioner Michael Broderick, seconded by Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr. to approve the minutes of the August 13, 2024, FPRA 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 Curtis Johnson, Jr., seconded by Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson to approve the agenda as set.
- 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 public comments
7.
CONSENT AGENDA
a.
Approval of expenditure in the amount of $431,586.33 with the annual services paving contractor, The Paving Lady, (Bid No. 2023-044) to complete the proposed improvements to the JC Penney parking lot along North Indian River Drive between Orange Avenue and Avenue A.
b.
Approval of the Grant Agreement for Commercial Facade improvement for 207 Orange Avenue - Jetset Events LLC in an amount not to exceed $25,000.00.
c.
Approval of First Amendment to Lease Agreement with the Boys and Girls Clubs of St. Lucie County for the Human Development and Resource Center Gymnasium
Commissioner Gaines pulled item 7c
Motion was made by Commissioner Arnold Gaines, seconded by Commissioner Michael Broderick to approve items 7a and 7b of the consent agenda.
- AYE:
- Chairperson Linda Hudson, Commissioner Arnold Gaines, Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr.
Passed
As to item 7c
Kayla Turner, Percy Peek Senior Club Director, Boys & Girls Club St. Lucie County, highlighted the partnerships with the City and the benefits.
Kayla Turner, Percy Peek Senior Club Director, Boys & Girls Club St. Lucie County, highlighted the partnerships with the City and the benefits.
Motion was made by Commissioner Arnold Gaines, seconded by Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr. to approve item 7c of 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 FY2025 FPRA Operating Budget
Linda Cox City Clerk and Acting City Manager, commented that this formalizes the acceptance of the FPRA operating budget.
Motion was made by Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., seconded by Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson to approve the FY2025 FPRA operating budget.
- AYE:
- Chairperson Linda Hudson, Commissioner Arnold Gaines, Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr.
Passed
b.
FPRA Resolution 24-04 appointing an Acting FPRA Director.
Records Management Coordinator, Tina Rel, introduced the Resolution, read by the title only, into the record.
FPRA RESOLUTION NO. 24-04
A RESOLUTION OF THE FORT PIERCE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY, A DEPENDENT SPECIAL DISTRICT OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA; DESIGNATING AN ACTING FPRA DIRECTOR; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Linda Cox, City Clerk and Acting City Manager, explained that the resolution formalizes her as Acting FPRA Director.
FPRA RESOLUTION NO. 24-04
A RESOLUTION OF THE FORT PIERCE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY, A DEPENDENT SPECIAL DISTRICT OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA; DESIGNATING AN ACTING FPRA DIRECTOR; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Linda Cox, City Clerk and Acting City Manager, explained that the resolution formalizes her as Acting FPRA Director.
Motion was made by Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, seconded by Commissioner Michael Broderick to approve FPRA Resolution 24-04.
- AYE:
- Chairperson Linda Hudson, Commissioner Arnold Gaines, Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr.
Passed
9.
STAFF COMMENTS
a.
FPRA Programs and Activities Summary
Linda Cox, City Clerk and Acting City Manager, commented on the programs and activities summary and the great things coming to the City.
10.
BOARD COMMENTS
Chairwoman Hudson commented on Stuart’s exit from the agreement with Brightline, opened discussions on the topic, and the 9-11 ceremony at Liberty Gardens in Veterans Memorial Park.
The Commission discussed reengaging Brightline, property opportunities, and Martin County participation and expectations.
The Commission discussed reengaging Brightline, property opportunities, and Martin County participation and expectations.
11.
ADJOURNMENT
Chairwoman Hudson adjourned the meet at 5:36 P.M.
ATTEST:
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