Update from Innovative Masonry Restoration (IMR) on the Completion of the Exterior Renovation of Old St. Anastasia
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, FEBRUARY 11, 2025.
1.
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Hudson called the February 11, 2025 FPRA Meeting of the City Commission 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 James Taylor; Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr.
- Staff Present:
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- Acting City Manager Linda Cox
- Records Managment Specialist Tina Rel
- City Attorney Sara Hedges
4.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
a.
Approval of Minutes from December 10, 2024 FPRA Meeting.
Motion was made by Commissioner Michael Broderick, seconded by Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr. to approve the minutes of the December 10, 2024 FPRA Meeting.
- AYE:
- Chairperson Linda Hudson, Commissioner Arnold Gaines, Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., Commissioner James Taylor
Passed
5.
ADDITIONS OR DELETIONS TO AGENDA AND APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Motion was made by Commissioner Arnold Gaines, seconded by Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr. to approve the agenda as set.
- AYE:
- Chairperson Linda Hudson, Commissioner Arnold Gaines, Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., Commissioner James Taylor
Passed
6.
COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
Any person who wishes to comment on any subject on this agenda may be heard at this time. Please limit your comments to three (3) minutes or less, as directed by the Chairperson, as this section of the Agenda is limited to fifteen minutes. The FPRA Board will not be able to take any official actions under Comments from the Public. Speakers will address the Chairperson, Commissioners, and the Public with respect. Inappropriate language will not be tolerated.
Any person who wishes to comment on any subject on this agenda may be heard at this time. Please limit your comments to three (3) minutes or less, as directed by the Chairperson, as this section of the Agenda is limited to fifteen minutes. The FPRA Board will not be able to take any official actions under Comments from the Public. Speakers will address the Chairperson, Commissioners, and the Public with respect. Inappropriate language will not be tolerated.
No comments
7.
CONSENT AGENDA
a.
Approve award of RFP 24-044 for the Avenue D Model Block Project to Pinnacle Communities and authorize staff to enter into negotiations.
b.
Approval of Change Order No. 12 for General Contractor Services, Journey C & D Group, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $45,654.20 for the City of Fort Pierce Florida Highwaymen Museum renovation project to correct the parking lot elevation to prevent water intrusion.
c.
Approval of First Amendment to the Service Agreement with Don Bell Signs for the Scope of Work in Exhibit "A"
d.
Approval of Inspire Placemaking Collective Specific Authorization No. 1 in the amount of $99,500.00 for the Downtown Park Conceptual Design
e.
Approval of a Unit Price Construction Contract with R.K. Contractors of Fort Pierce, FL, for general contractor services to replace an existing 6-inch cast iron water main with a new 8-inch PVC water main on Avenue B and Indian River Drive.
f.
Approval of Piggyback Agreement with Mastec for the IRD Electrical Relocation portion of Bid No. 2024-016 in the amount not to exceed $194,740.94.
Commissioner Broderick pulled item 7b.
Commissioner Johnson pulled item 7d.
Commissioner Johnson pulled item 7d.
Motion was made by Commissioner Michael Broderick, seconded by Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr. to approve items 7a and 7c of the Consent Agenda.
- AYE:
- Chairperson Linda Hudson, Commissioner Arnold Gaines, Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., Commissioner James Taylor
Passed
As to item 7b.
The Board inquired on the use of the additional funding, if plans had been submitted to the planning department, drainage, additional change orders, security concerns, and a proposal for impact glass.
Clifford Moore, CEO of Journey C & D, commented on the water damage due to the pitch, explained the project's expected outcome, the plans not yet being submitted as they are included in the requested funds, the cost for a dumpster enclosure, a broken window, and pitch issues on the second floor.
The Board inquired on the use of the additional funding, if plans had been submitted to the planning department, drainage, additional change orders, security concerns, and a proposal for impact glass.
Clifford Moore, CEO of Journey C & D, commented on the water damage due to the pitch, explained the project's expected outcome, the plans not yet being submitted as they are included in the requested funds, the cost for a dumpster enclosure, a broken window, and pitch issues on the second floor.
Motion was made by Commissioner Michael Broderick, seconded by Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr. to approve item 7b. of the Consent Agenda.
- AYE:
- Chairperson Linda Hudson, Commissioner Arnold Gaines, Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., Commissioner James Taylor
Passed
As to item 11d
Commissioner Johnson commented on seeking public input on the design.
The Board inquired if this builds on the presented design and how the community is to provide their input.
Acting City Manager, Linda Cox, commented that the design is being refined.
Sara Delgado, Redevelopment Specialist, commented that they will be having community workshops.
Commissioner Johnson commented on seeking public input on the design.
The Board inquired if this builds on the presented design and how the community is to provide their input.
Acting City Manager, Linda Cox, commented that the design is being refined.
Sara Delgado, Redevelopment Specialist, commented that they will be having community workshops.
Motion was made by Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., seconded by Commissioner Arnold Gaines to approve item 7d of the Consent agenda.
- AYE:
- Chairperson Linda Hudson, Commissioner Arnold Gaines, Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., Commissioner James Taylor
Passed
8.
NEW BUSINESS
a.
Jim Dolby, Owner, Innovative Masonry Restoration commented on the restoration process.
Bob Mack, MacDonald and Mack, Architect, expounded on the restoration process, use and funding as a historical building.
The Board commented on the restoration, missing room tiles and maximizing the buildings' use.
Shyanne Harnage, Community Redevelopment Agency Administrator, commented on the community input as the building is an asset.
Bob Mack, MacDonald and Mack, Architect, expounded on the restoration process, use and funding as a historical building.
The Board commented on the restoration, missing room tiles and maximizing the buildings' use.
Shyanne Harnage, Community Redevelopment Agency Administrator, commented on the community input as the building is an asset.
b.
Resolution FPRA 25-02 appointing Donna Benton to the CRA Advisory Board as Commissioner Taylor's appointee.
Records Management Coordinator, Tina Rel, introduced the Resolution, read by title only, into the record.
FPRA RESOLUTION NO. 25-02
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. 25-02
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 James Taylor, seconded by Commissioner Michael Broderick to approve FPRA Resolution No. 25-02.
- AYE:
- Chairperson Linda Hudson, Commissioner Arnold Gaines, Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., Commissioner James Taylor
Passed
9.
STAFF COMMENTS
a.
FPRA Programs & Activities Summary Report - February 2025
Acting City Manager, Linda Cox, commented on the projects happening with the FPRA including the JCPenney parking lot, RFP for The Sunrise Theatre, and provided an update on the INC project.
Commissioner Broderick requested a financial snapshot.
Commissioner Broderick requested a financial snapshot.
10.
BOARD COMMENTS
Commissioner Broderick commented on the INC facility and Highwaymen Facility.
Commissioner Johnson commented on the 25th Street detail, the number of disturbance calls, and enforcement.
Commissioner Johnson commented on the 25th Street detail, the number of disturbance calls, and enforcement.
11.
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Hudson adjourned the meeting at 6:11 p.m.
ATTEST:
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