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 TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 18, 2025.
1.
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Hudson called the February 18, 2025 Regular Meeting of the City Commission to order at 5:05 P.M
2.
OPENING PRAYER - Pastor Robert Jones with Liberty, Truth and Deliverance Tabernacle of God, Inc
3.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4.
ROLL CALL
- Present:
- Commissioner Michael Broderick; Commissioner Arnold Gaines; Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr.; Mayor Linda Hudson; Commissioner James Taylor
- Staff Present:
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- Acting City Manager Linda Cox
- Records Management Coordinator Tina Rel
- City Attorney Sara Hedges
5.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
a.
Approval of Minutes from February 03, 2025 Regular Meeting.
Motion was made by Commissioner Arnold Gaines, seconded by Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr. to approve the Minutes of the February 03, 2025 Regular Meeting.
- AYE:
- Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Arnold Gaines, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., Mayor Linda Hudson, Commissioner James Taylor
Passed
b.
Approval of the Minutes from the February 05, 2025 Special Meeting.
Motion was made by Commissioner Michael Broderick, seconded by Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr. to approve the Minutes of the February 05, 2025 Special Meeting.
- AYE:
- Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Arnold Gaines, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., Mayor Linda Hudson, Commissioner James Taylor
Passed
6.
PROCLAMATIONS
7.
LETTERS TO COMMISSION
8.
ADDITIONS OR DELETIONS TO AGENDA AND APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Commissioner Gaines requested item 11b be presented as 10c and item 13b be presented as item 10d.
Motion was made by Commissioner Arnold Gaines, seconded by Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr. to amend the agenda with item 11b as 10c and item 13b as item 10d.
- AYE:
- Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Arnold Gaines, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., Mayor Linda Hudson, Commissioner James Taylor
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.
Billy Gibson
Robert Chilton
Matthew Samuel
Krista Stone
Michael Jacquin
Jeremiah Johnson
Robert Chilton
Matthew Samuel
Krista Stone
Michael Jacquin
Jeremiah Johnson
10.
MISCELLANEOUS REPORTS
a.
Update on Kings Landing
Bill Ware, Live Oaks Holdings, provided a brief Kings Landing update.
The Commission inquired on sales agreements, third amendment timeline, and final site plan scheduling.
Mr. Ware commented on the sales agreement.
City Attorney, Sara Hedges, commented on the third amendment agreement.
Kevin Freeman, Planning Director, commented on the ninety-day timeline and work prior to submittal.
The Commission inquired on sales agreements, third amendment timeline, and final site plan scheduling.
Mr. Ware commented on the sales agreement.
City Attorney, Sara Hedges, commented on the third amendment agreement.
Kevin Freeman, Planning Director, commented on the ninety-day timeline and work prior to submittal.
b.
Update on City Manager Search
Ms. Hedges provided a brief update on the City Manager search including three applicants withdrew applications.
Jared Sorenson, Human Resources Manager, commented on the process.
The Commission inquired on applicant harassment by a citizen and commended the human resource department.
Jared Sorenson, Human Resources Manager, commented on the process.
The Commission inquired on applicant harassment by a citizen and commended the human resource department.
c.
Approval of a Lump Sum Construction Contract with Remnant Construction, LLC, Fort Pierce, FL, to provide general contractor services for floodproofing the non-residential structure known as Little Jim Bait & Tackle, for Bid No. 2024-004, in an amount not exceeding $266,048.00.
Commissioner Taylor recused himself for items 10c and 10d.
Paul Thomas, Building Director, commented on the flood mitigation plan.
The Commission inquired on the requirements by statue, addition to the RFP, and FEMA requirements.
Mr. Thomas clarified the questions posed by the Commission of RFP, FEMA mitigations, permitting, and grants.
Ms. Cox commented on the addition to the RFP and lessee and City code lease requirements.
Ms. Hedges clarified the RFP process and requirements for the selected bidder which becomes a part of the lease agreement.
Paul Thomas, Building Director, commented on the flood mitigation plan.
The Commission inquired on the requirements by statue, addition to the RFP, and FEMA requirements.
Mr. Thomas clarified the questions posed by the Commission of RFP, FEMA mitigations, permitting, and grants.
Ms. Cox commented on the addition to the RFP and lessee and City code lease requirements.
Ms. Hedges clarified the RFP process and requirements for the selected bidder which becomes a part of the lease agreement.
Motion was made by Commissioner Arnold Gaines, seconded by Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr. to disapprove Resolution 25-R14 and move it to the RFP process.
- AYE:
- Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Arnold Gaines, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., Mayor Linda Hudson
- Other:
- Commissioner James Taylor (ABSTAIN)
Passed
d.
Resolution 25-R14 approving the First Addendum to the Lease Agreement for the Little Jim Property to allow for month-to-month occupancy and operation by the Lessee upon expiration of the Lease Agreement.
Ms. Hedges provided the updated addendum and highlighted the changes.
The Commission commented on the monthly fees associated with the restrooms and commencement of the agreement.
Ms. Hedges commented on the changes to the addendum which includes the restrooms.
Pete Sweeney, MTC Law, on behalf of the tenant, commented on the RFP process and the contract language.
Commissioner Broderick commented on the need for updated insurance information and obligations.
Commissioner Johnson expressed frustration with the process including delays in the receipt of information.
The Commission commented on the monthly fees associated with the restrooms and commencement of the agreement.
Ms. Hedges commented on the changes to the addendum which includes the restrooms.
Pete Sweeney, MTC Law, on behalf of the tenant, commented on the RFP process and the contract language.
Commissioner Broderick commented on the need for updated insurance information and obligations.
Commissioner Johnson expressed frustration with the process including delays in the receipt of information.
Motion was made by Commissioner Arnold Gaines, seconded by Commissioner Michael Broderick to approve item 10d.
- AYE:
- Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Arnold Gaines, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., Mayor Linda Hudson
- Other:
- Commissioner James Taylor (ABSTAIN)
Passed
11.
CONSENT AGENDA
a.
Approval to increase Purchase Order No. 250015 with Sunbelt Hydraulics & Equipment, Pompano Beach, FL, to provide parts and repairs for Solid Waste refuse trucks in an amount not exceeding $100,000.00.
b.
Approval of a Lump Sum Construction Contract with Remnant Construction, LLC, Fort Pierce, FL, to provide general contractor services for floodproofing the non-residential structure known as Little Jim Bait & Tackle, for Bid No. 2024-004, in an amount not exceeding $266,048.00.
Moved to item 10c.
c.
Approval of a Professional Services Agreement with Cross Spectrum Acoustics, Inc., to serve as the Acoustic Consultant to conduct a noise analysis and identify noise contours in specified areas of the City, for an amount not to exceed $83,314.00.
d.
Approval of emergency expenditure to Johnson-Davis, Inc. for Fairway Drive Emergency Drainage Repairs between Grandview Boulevard and Trinidad Avenue in the amount not to exceed $726,030.00.
e.
Approve piggybacking Fort Pierce Utilities Authority Bid No. 2018-41 - Security Guard Services in an amount not to exceed $140,000.00.
f.
Approval of expenditure to purchase 244 Motorola N70 handheld radios, including all related accessories, programming, and a seven-year repair/replacement plan for damaged or broken units, for a cost not to exceed $2,675,982.08, based on NASPO Contract 19860 - NASPO 00318.170.
Commissioner Gaines pulled items 11a and 11c.
Commissioner Johnson pulled item 11f.
Commissioner Johnson pulled item 11f.
Motion was made by Commissioner Arnold Gaines, seconded by Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr. to approve items 11b, 11d and 11e of the Consent Agenda.
- AYE:
- Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Arnold Gaines, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., Mayor Linda Hudson, Commissioner James Taylor
Passed
As to item 11a,
Commissioner Gaines commented on the dedication to solid waste in the City.
Commissioner Gaines commented on the dedication to solid waste in the City.
Motion was made by Commissioner Arnold Gaines, seconded by Commissioner Michael Broderick to approve item 11a of the Consent Agenda.
- AYE:
- Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Arnold Gaines, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., Mayor Linda Hudson, Commissioner James Taylor
Passed
As to item 11c
Commissioner Johnson inquired on the intent of the RFP, study, boundaries, and confirmed if this would be a different study.
Kevin Freeman, Planning Director, commented on the RFP, the area that will be tested, the noise map, GIS map, and to assess the level of noise.
Ms. Hedges commented that this would be a different study.
Commissioner Johnson inquired on the intent of the RFP, study, boundaries, and confirmed if this would be a different study.
Kevin Freeman, Planning Director, commented on the RFP, the area that will be tested, the noise map, GIS map, and to assess the level of noise.
Ms. Hedges commented that this would be a different study.
Motion was made by Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., seconded by Commissioner Arnold Gaines to approve item 11c on the Consent Agenda.
- AYE:
- Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Arnold Gaines, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., Mayor Linda Hudson, Commissioner James Taylor
Passed
As to item 11f
Commissioner Gaines requested clarification on the item.
Ms. Cox commented that this is a requirement for law enforcement and that the funds are from The American Rescue Plan Act.
Commissioner Gaines requested clarification on the item.
Ms. Cox commented that this is a requirement for law enforcement and that the funds are from The American Rescue Plan Act.
Motion was made by Commissioner Arnold Gaines, seconded by Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr. to approve item 11f of the Consent Agenda.
- AYE:
- Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Arnold Gaines, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., Mayor Linda Hudson, Commissioner James Taylor
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.
Quasi-Judicial Hearing - Ordinance 25-013: Review and approval of an amendment to the City's Zoning Atlas to rezone six (6) parcels generally located on Energy Lane and containing approximately 108.78-acres from Light Industrial (I-1) to Planned Development (PD). FIRST READING.
Mayor Linda Hudson asked all present to listen carefully to what City Attorney Sara Hedges would read regarding Quasi-Judicial Hearings.
Sara Hedges, City Attorney, reviewed the quasi-judicial hearing rules and procedures.
Mayor Linda Hudson called the proceeding to order.
Records Management Coordinator, Tina Rel confirmed that the City complied with the advertisement and notice requirements.
Ex parte communications
Commissioner Broderick – No
Commissioner Gaines – No
Commissioner Johnson – No
Commissioner Taylor– No
Mayor Hudson – No
Records Management Coordinator, Tina Rel, swore in those wanting to speak during the Quasi-Judicial hearing.
Records Management Coordinator, Tina Rel, introduced the Ordinance, read by title only, into the record.
Ordinance 25-013
AN ORDINANCE BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA; AMENDING THE CITY’S ZONING ATLAS AND REZONING SIX (6) PARCELS GENERALLY LOCATED AT OR NEAR ENERGY LANE CONTAINING APPROXIMATELY 108.38 ACRES OF LAND, MORE OR LESS, FROM LIGHT INDUSTRIAL (I-1) TO PLANNED DEVELOPMENT (PD); PROVIDING FOR A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING FOR REPEAL OF ORDINANCES OR PARTS THEREOF IN CONFLICT; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. FIRST READING
Staff Presentation:
Kevin Freeman, Planning Director, presented the review and approval of an amendment to the City's Zoning Atlas to rezone six (6) parcels generally located on Energy Lane.
Questions of Staff:
The Commission inquired on the allowable for PD zoning, and the development of medium zoning planning.
Questions of the applicant:
Leslie Olson, District Planning Group, on behalf of the applicant.
The Commission inquired on impact for County roads and specific parcel uses, noise impacts, and if changes come back before the Commission.
Ms. Olson commented on the impacts to the roads, no current parcel uses, and noise buffers.
Mr. Freeman explained if it is not under light industrial and noise regulations ,it will come back before the Commission.
Mayor Hudson opened the public hearing.
Gabriele Klaesen - Heavy equipment inquiry and Selvitz Rd.
Ms. Olson responded to the questions posed during the public hearing.
Mayor Hudson closed the public hearing.
The Commission encouraged Ms. Klaesen to contact the County Commission regarding Selvitz Rd. concerns.
Ms. Hedges requested the inclusion of the Approval of the Developer Agreement as Exhibit D in section 2.
Sara Hedges, City Attorney, reviewed the quasi-judicial hearing rules and procedures.
Mayor Linda Hudson called the proceeding to order.
Records Management Coordinator, Tina Rel confirmed that the City complied with the advertisement and notice requirements.
Ex parte communications
Commissioner Broderick – No
Commissioner Gaines – No
Commissioner Johnson – No
Commissioner Taylor– No
Mayor Hudson – No
Records Management Coordinator, Tina Rel, swore in those wanting to speak during the Quasi-Judicial hearing.
Records Management Coordinator, Tina Rel, introduced the Ordinance, read by title only, into the record.
Ordinance 25-013
AN ORDINANCE BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA; AMENDING THE CITY’S ZONING ATLAS AND REZONING SIX (6) PARCELS GENERALLY LOCATED AT OR NEAR ENERGY LANE CONTAINING APPROXIMATELY 108.38 ACRES OF LAND, MORE OR LESS, FROM LIGHT INDUSTRIAL (I-1) TO PLANNED DEVELOPMENT (PD); PROVIDING FOR A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING FOR REPEAL OF ORDINANCES OR PARTS THEREOF IN CONFLICT; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. FIRST READING
Staff Presentation:
Kevin Freeman, Planning Director, presented the review and approval of an amendment to the City's Zoning Atlas to rezone six (6) parcels generally located on Energy Lane.
Questions of Staff:
The Commission inquired on the allowable for PD zoning, and the development of medium zoning planning.
Questions of the applicant:
Leslie Olson, District Planning Group, on behalf of the applicant.
The Commission inquired on impact for County roads and specific parcel uses, noise impacts, and if changes come back before the Commission.
Ms. Olson commented on the impacts to the roads, no current parcel uses, and noise buffers.
Mr. Freeman explained if it is not under light industrial and noise regulations ,it will come back before the Commission.
Mayor Hudson opened the public hearing.
Gabriele Klaesen - Heavy equipment inquiry and Selvitz Rd.
Ms. Olson responded to the questions posed during the public hearing.
Mayor Hudson closed the public hearing.
The Commission encouraged Ms. Klaesen to contact the County Commission regarding Selvitz Rd. concerns.
Ms. Hedges requested the inclusion of the Approval of the Developer Agreement as Exhibit D in section 2.
Motion was made by Commissioner Michael Broderick, seconded by Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr. to approve Ordinance No 25-013 with the inclusion of section 2 amendments.
- AYE:
- Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Arnold Gaines, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., Mayor Linda Hudson, Commissioner James Taylor
Passed
b.
Legislative Hearing - Ordinance 25-006 Establishing the Symphony Lakes Community Development District. FIRST READING
Records Management Coordinator, Tina Rel, introduced the Ordinance, read by title only, into the record.
ORDINANCE NO. 25-006
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA, ESTABLISHING THE SYMPHONY LAKES COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 190, FLORIDA STATUTES; PROVIDING FOR THE NAME, POWERS, AND DUTIES; PROVIDING FOR DESCRIPTION AND BOUNDARIES; DESIGNATING FIVE PERSONS TO SERVE AS THE INITIAL MEMBERS OF THE DISTRICT’S BOARD OF SUPERVISORS; PROVIDING NOTICE OF REQUIREMENTS; PROVIDING FOR A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; REPEALING ORDINANCES OR PARTS THEREOF IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. FIRST READING
Kevin Freeman, Planning Director, presented the establishment of the Symphony Lakes Community Development District.
Questions of Staff:
The Commission inquired on the City's financial responsibility for the project and tax levied.
Mr. Freeman explained there is no financial responsibility and this is separate from HOA.
Mayor Hudson opened the public hearing.
Jere Earlywine, Kutak Rock, on behalf of the clients, explained a CDD.
Amy Quinn - opposed
Mr. Earlywine commented on the benefits of a CDD.
The Commission inquired on Florida Statute 190 and regulations to deny.
Ms. Hedges commented on the guide which is outlined in the Ordinance.
ORDINANCE NO. 25-006
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA, ESTABLISHING THE SYMPHONY LAKES COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 190, FLORIDA STATUTES; PROVIDING FOR THE NAME, POWERS, AND DUTIES; PROVIDING FOR DESCRIPTION AND BOUNDARIES; DESIGNATING FIVE PERSONS TO SERVE AS THE INITIAL MEMBERS OF THE DISTRICT’S BOARD OF SUPERVISORS; PROVIDING NOTICE OF REQUIREMENTS; PROVIDING FOR A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; REPEALING ORDINANCES OR PARTS THEREOF IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. FIRST READING
Kevin Freeman, Planning Director, presented the establishment of the Symphony Lakes Community Development District.
Questions of Staff:
The Commission inquired on the City's financial responsibility for the project and tax levied.
Mr. Freeman explained there is no financial responsibility and this is separate from HOA.
Mayor Hudson opened the public hearing.
Jere Earlywine, Kutak Rock, on behalf of the clients, explained a CDD.
Amy Quinn - opposed
Mr. Earlywine commented on the benefits of a CDD.
The Commission inquired on Florida Statute 190 and regulations to deny.
Ms. Hedges commented on the guide which is outlined in the Ordinance.
Motion was made by Commissioner Michael Broderick, seconded by Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr. to approve Ordinance No. 25-006.
- AYE:
- Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., Mayor Linda Hudson, Commissioner James Taylor
- NAY:
- Commissioner Arnold Gaines
Passed
c.
Legislative Hearing - Ordinance 25-012 - Review and approval for a Voluntary Annexation by applicant Transamerica Construction Company and Culpepper & Terpening, Inc, to extend the territorial limits of the City of Fort Pierce, Florida, to include one (1) parcel at or near the intersection of South Market Ave and Oleander Avenue; Parcel ID: 2434-601-0062-000-6. - FIRST READING
Records Management Coordinator, Tina Rel, introduced the Ordinance, read by title only, into the record.
ORDINANCE NO. 25-012
AN ORDINANCE EXTENDING THE TERRITORIAL LIMITS OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA, TO INCLUDE ONE (1) PARCEL AT OR NEAR THE INTERSECTION OF SOUTH MARKET AVENUE AND OLEANDER AVENUE 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 ZONING CLASSIFICATION; ESTABLISHING LAND USE DESIGNATION; 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
Kerry Driver, Planner, presented the voluntary annexation by applicant Transamerica Construction Company and Culpepper & Terpening, Inc.
The Commission commented on the zoning and inquired on its use.
Ms. Driver commented that the use has not been disclosed.
Mayor Hudson opened the public hearing.
Tom Degrace, Culpepper & Terpening, Inc. was available for questions.
Commissioner Taylor inquired on the planned use.
Mr. Degrace commented that the intended use is specialty contractor space.
Mayor Hudson closed the public hearing.
ORDINANCE NO. 25-012
AN ORDINANCE EXTENDING THE TERRITORIAL LIMITS OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA, TO INCLUDE ONE (1) PARCEL AT OR NEAR THE INTERSECTION OF SOUTH MARKET AVENUE AND OLEANDER AVENUE 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 ZONING CLASSIFICATION; ESTABLISHING LAND USE DESIGNATION; 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
Kerry Driver, Planner, presented the voluntary annexation by applicant Transamerica Construction Company and Culpepper & Terpening, Inc.
The Commission commented on the zoning and inquired on its use.
Ms. Driver commented that the use has not been disclosed.
Mayor Hudson opened the public hearing.
Tom Degrace, Culpepper & Terpening, Inc. was available for questions.
Commissioner Taylor inquired on the planned use.
Mr. Degrace commented that the intended use is specialty contractor space.
Mayor Hudson closed the public hearing.
Motion was made by Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., seconded by Commissioner Michael Broderick to approve Ordinance No. 25-012.
- AYE:
- Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Arnold Gaines, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., Mayor Linda Hudson, Commissioner James Taylor
Passed
d.
Legislative Hearing - Ordinance 25-015 - An Ordinance amending the City’s Comprehensive Plan Infrastructure Element at Policy 3.12.7, to adopt the FPUA 10-Year Water Supply Facilities Work Plan by reference. FIRST READING
Records Management Coordinator, Tina Rel, introduced the Ordinance, read by title only, into the record.
ORDINANCE NO. 25-015
AN ORDINANCE BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE; AMENDING THE CITY’S COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AT POLICY 3.12.7 OF THE PLAN’S INFRASTRUCTURE ELEMENT TO ADOPT THE 2024-2034 FPUA 10-YEAR WATER SUPPLY FACILITIES WORK PLAN BY REFERENCE; PROVIDING FOR A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; REPEALING ALL OTHER ORDINANCES OR PARTS THEREOF IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. FIRST READING
Kevin Freeman, Planning Director, presented an Ordinance amending the City’s Comprehensive Plan Infrastructure Element at Policy 3.12.7, to adopt the FPUA 10-Year Water Supply Facilities Work Plan by reference.
Mayor Hudson opened the public hearing.
Seeing no one, she closed the public hearing.
ORDINANCE NO. 25-015
AN ORDINANCE BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE; AMENDING THE CITY’S COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AT POLICY 3.12.7 OF THE PLAN’S INFRASTRUCTURE ELEMENT TO ADOPT THE 2024-2034 FPUA 10-YEAR WATER SUPPLY FACILITIES WORK PLAN BY REFERENCE; PROVIDING FOR A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; REPEALING ALL OTHER ORDINANCES OR PARTS THEREOF IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. FIRST READING
Kevin Freeman, Planning Director, presented an Ordinance amending the City’s Comprehensive Plan Infrastructure Element at Policy 3.12.7, to adopt the FPUA 10-Year Water Supply Facilities Work Plan by reference.
Mayor Hudson opened the public hearing.
Seeing no one, she closed the public hearing.
Motion was made by Commissioner Michael Broderick, seconded by Commissioner Arnold Gaines to approve Ordinance 25-015.
- AYE:
- Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Arnold Gaines, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., Mayor Linda Hudson, Commissioner James Taylor
Passed
13.
CITY COMMISSION
a.
Resolution 25-R13 Appointing Betty Bradwell to the Housing Authority to fill the resident position and Appointing Brandon Nobile to fill the unexpired at-large position.
Records Management Coordinator, Tina Rel, introduced the Resolution, read by title only, into the record.
RESOLUTION NO. 25-R13
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA, CERTIFYING THE MAYOR’S APPOINTMENTS AS COMMISSIONERS OF THE HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
RESOLUTION NO. 25-R13
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA, CERTIFYING THE MAYOR’S APPOINTMENTS AS COMMISSIONERS OF THE HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Motion was made by Commissioner Arnold Gaines, seconded by Commissioner Michael Broderick to approve Resolution No. 25-R13.
- AYE:
- Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Arnold Gaines, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., Mayor Linda Hudson, Commissioner James Taylor
Passed
b.
Resolution 25-R15 expressing support for Project Knight Rider as a Qualified Economic Development Ad Valorem Tax Exemption applicant.
Records Management Coordinator, Tina Rel, introduced the Resolution, read by title only, into the record.
RESOLUTION NO. 25-R15
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA, EXPRESSING SUPPORT FOR PROJECT KNIGHT RIDER AS A QUALIFIED ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AD VALOREM TAX EXEMPTION APPLICANT SUBJECT TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF SECTION 195.1995, FLORIDA STATUTES; ALLOWING IMPROVEMENTS AND/OR TANGIBLE PERSONAL PROPERTY ADDITIONS TO BE MADE BY PROJECT KNIGHT RIDER SUBJECT TO THE ADOPTION OF AN EXEMPTION ORDINANCE; REPEALING ALL RESOLUTIONS IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; PROVIDING FOR A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Pete Tesch and Wes McCurry, EDC, presented Project Knight Rider.
The Commission commented on repurposing space, jobs, support, and tax benefits to the City.
Mr. Tesch commented on workforce development and the opportunity to train local students by launching the classroom to careers.
RESOLUTION NO. 25-R15
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA, EXPRESSING SUPPORT FOR PROJECT KNIGHT RIDER AS A QUALIFIED ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AD VALOREM TAX EXEMPTION APPLICANT SUBJECT TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF SECTION 195.1995, FLORIDA STATUTES; ALLOWING IMPROVEMENTS AND/OR TANGIBLE PERSONAL PROPERTY ADDITIONS TO BE MADE BY PROJECT KNIGHT RIDER SUBJECT TO THE ADOPTION OF AN EXEMPTION ORDINANCE; REPEALING ALL RESOLUTIONS IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; PROVIDING FOR A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Pete Tesch and Wes McCurry, EDC, presented Project Knight Rider.
The Commission commented on repurposing space, jobs, support, and tax benefits to the City.
Mr. Tesch commented on workforce development and the opportunity to train local students by launching the classroom to careers.
Motion was made by Commissioner Arnold Gaines, seconded by Commissioner Michael Broderick to approve Resolution No. 25-R15.
- AYE:
- Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Arnold Gaines, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., Mayor Linda Hudson, Commissioner James Taylor
Passed
c.
Resolution 25-R16 Appointing Ivel Sierra to the City of Fort Pierce Planning Board as Commissioner Taylor's appointee.
Records Management Coordinator, Tina Rel, introduced the Resolution, read by title only, into the record.
RESOLUTION NO. 25-R16
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA, CERTIFYING THE APPOINTMENT OF A MEMBER TO THE CITY PLANNING BOARD; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
RESOLUTION NO. 25-R16
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA, CERTIFYING THE APPOINTMENT OF A MEMBER TO THE CITY PLANNING BOARD; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Motion was made by Commissioner James Taylor, seconded by Commissioner Arnold Gaines to approve Resolution No. 25-R16.
- AYE:
- Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Arnold Gaines, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., Mayor Linda Hudson, Commissioner James Taylor
Passed
d.
Resolution 25-R17 Appointing Jacob Vinson to the City of Fort Pierce Historic Preservation Board as Commissioner Taylor's appointee.
Records Management Coordinator, Tina Rel, introduced the Resolution, read by title only, into the record.
RESOLUTION NO. 25-R17
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA, CERTIFYING THE APPOINTMENT OF MEMBERS TO THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION BOARD, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
RESOLUTION NO. 25-R17
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA, CERTIFYING THE APPOINTMENT OF MEMBERS TO THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION BOARD, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Motion was made by Commissioner James Taylor, seconded by Commissioner Arnold Gaines to approve Resolution No. 25-R17.
- AYE:
- Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Arnold Gaines, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., Mayor Linda Hudson, Commissioner James Taylor
Passed
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.
Vera Gaskins
Rodney Davis
Katherine England
Jack Harvey
Donna Reagan
Stacey Strung
John Palazzo
Al Burton
Rodney Davis
Katherine England
Jack Harvey
Donna Reagan
Stacey Strung
John Palazzo
Al Burton
15.
COMMENTS FROM THE CITY MANAGER
Linda Cox, Acting City Manager, commented on Ms. Gaskin's documentation, Pinewood Park pickle ball courts open, and introduced Jason Atkinson, Public Works Director.
Tina Rel, Records Coordinator - No comments
Sara Hedges - City Attorney - No comments
Tina Rel, Records Coordinator - No comments
Sara Hedges - City Attorney - No comments
16.
COMMENTS FROM THE COMMISSION
Commissioner Gaines commented on Ms. Gaskins, the retirement board, and the private agreement arrangement.
Ms. Cox explained the permitted use of a private agreement between landlord and lease.
Commissioner Taylor commented on downtown zoning, Oak Ally back entrance flooding issues, Bell Ave flooding issues and tourist development meeting.
Commissioner Broderick commented on the administrative function for zoning in the downtown area.
Commissioner Johnson commented on understanding the process regarding Ms. Gaskin and downtown zoning.
Mayor Hudson expressed concerns with resident safety with C4 zoning in the downtown area, the 28th Anniversary of the Farmers Market, Craker Trail and Greek Festival this weekend.
Ms. Cox explained the permitted use of a private agreement between landlord and lease.
Commissioner Taylor commented on downtown zoning, Oak Ally back entrance flooding issues, Bell Ave flooding issues and tourist development meeting.
Commissioner Broderick commented on the administrative function for zoning in the downtown area.
Commissioner Johnson commented on understanding the process regarding Ms. Gaskin and downtown zoning.
Mayor Hudson expressed concerns with resident safety with C4 zoning in the downtown area, the 28th Anniversary of the Farmers Market, Craker Trail and Greek Festival this weekend.
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 9:33 p.m.
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