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 6:30 P.M. ON MONDAY, MAY 7, 2018.
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
OPENING PRAYER - Father John Liebler, St. Simon the Cyrenian
3.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4.
ROLL CALL
- Present:
- Mayor Linda Hudson; Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson; Commissioner Thomas Perona
- Absent:
- Commissioner Rufus Alexander; Commissioner Reginald Sessions
- Staff Present:
-
- City Attorney James Messer
- City Clerk Linda Cox
- City Manager Nicholas Mimms
Commissioner Reginald Sessions arrived at 6:37 p.m.
5.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
a.
Approval of Minutes from April 16, 2018 Regular Meeting.
Motion was made by Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, seconded by Commissioner Thomas Perona to approve item 5 a.
- AYE:
- Mayor Linda Hudson, Commissioner Rufus Alexander, Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, Commissioner Thomas Perona
Passed
6.
PROCLAMATIONS
Mayor Hudson issued the Proclamations below.
a.
Proclamation recognizing Mental Health Awareness Month
b.
Proclamation recognizing Haitian Flag Day
c.
Proclamation recognizing Community Action Month
d.
Proclamation recognizing Police Week
7.
LETTERS TO COMMISSION
The following letters will be kept on file in the City Clerk's Office.
a.
Email from Cathy Cain commending the members of the City Commission for their selection of Danny Visconti as the Golf Course Manager.
b.
Letter from Bonnie Waters in recognition of Police Officer Steven Schroeder as being a really great police officer.
c.
Letter from Hibiscus Park Crime Watch and Neighborhood Association expressing appreciation to Mike Reals, Paul Bertram and the employees of the Public Works Department and the Fort Pierce Police Department for their efforts and vision supporting positive change with Glidden Park and the Garden Center.
8.
COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC ON AGENDA ITEMS NOT REQUIRING PUBLIC HEARINGS
John Wilkes
9.
ADDITIONS OR DELETIONS TO AGENDA AND APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Motion was made by Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, seconded by Commissioner Thomas Perona to approve the agenda as presented.
- AYE:
- Mayor Linda Hudson, Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, Commissioner Thomas Perona, Commissioner Reginald Sessions
- Other:
- Commissioner Rufus Alexander (ABSENT)
Passed
10.
MISCELLANEOUS REPORTS
a.
Sunrise Theatre Foundation Update on Brick Campaign - Michael Horowitz
Mr. Michael Horowitz, member of the Sunrise Theatre Foundation Board, supplied an update of the Brick Campaign; they've sold 157 bricks which in turn has allowed the Sunrise Theatre to raise approximately $20,000. These funds have allowed the Sunrise Theatre to book free shows for children, school busses for them and even fund a camp in the summer. Mr. Horowitz urged the City Commission to make a decision as quickly as possible as far as hiring a Theatre Director in order to be able to continue to book shows and keep the theatre open.
b.
Quarterly Update on Indian Hills Golf Course
Mr. Danny Visconti, Indian Hills Golf Course Manager, met with the Treasure Coast Sports Commission in regard to attracting youth to our area and facility. They are considering the City of Fort Pierce for a downtown event in the future. Additionally, our facility now hosts the Fort Pierce Central Golf Team and will help coaches when needed. As a result, there have been several youth programs incorporated. They continue to hone in on their customer service skills, providing a welcoming environment for all golfers, regardless of race, gender and age. The golf rounds have increased and to date they are 8,900 rounds over last year from October 1, 2017 through Sunday, May 6, 2018. Food, snack, beverage and merchandise revenue is up as well. Future plans include creating a budget to see how feasible it would be to build a clubhouse, thereby accommodating those that wish to celebrate weddings and similar events.
11.
CONSENT AGENDA
a.
Approval of Memorandum of Understanding with the Fort Pierce Utilities Authority and the City of Fort Pierce regarding the disposition of property.
b.
Approve Close Construction, LLC as the lowest responsive bidder for Bid #2018-013 for an amount not to exceed $34,550 for rehabilitation of 1809 Oleander Avenue funded through the State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) program.
c.
Approve Construction Management of Florida, Inc. as the lowest responsive bidder for Bid #2018-017 for an amount not to exceed $26,111 for rehabilitation of 208 North 29th Street, funded through the State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) program.
d.
Approve Construction Management of Florida, Inc. as the lowest responsive bidder to Bid #2018-019 for an amount not to exceed $29,879 for rehabilitation of 706 North 27th Street funded through the State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) Program.
e.
Approve De La Hoz Builders, Inc.as the lowest responsive bidder to Bid # 2018-018 for an amount not to exceed $25,847 for the rehabilitation of 210 North 30th Street funded through the State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) program.
f.
Approve Property Mural Owner Agreements for mural to be located at 415 Georgia Avenue.
g.
Approve Property Owner Agreement for mural located at 510 Orange Avenue.
h.
Approve Mural Property Owner Agreement for 510 N. 13th Street.
i.
Approve Property Owner Agreement for Mural for 1236-1238 Avenue D.
j.
Approve Property Owner Agreement for Mural to be located at 449 North 6th Street.
k.
Approve Mural Property Owner Agreement for 464 North 9th Street.
l.
Approval to piggyback Charlotte County Bid No. 2015000418 to lease ten (10) patrol vehicles; nine (9) Ford Interceptor Sport Utility Vehicles for Patrol Officers, and one (1) Ford Interceptor Sport Utility Vehicle for a Patrol Supervisor from Bartow Ford, Bartow, FL, in the amount not to exceed $81,565.91.
m.
Approval to piggyback Charlotte County Bid No. 2015000418 to purchase one (1) 2018 Ford Interceptor Sport Utility Vehicle for our Off-Duty Detail program from Bartow Ford in the amount not to exceed $38,386.00
n.
Approval of the Interlocal Agreement between St. Lucie County, the St. Lucie County Sheriff's Office, the St. Lucie County Fire District, the City of Fort Pierce, and the City of Port St. Lucie for the maintenance and operation of the Mobile Command Unit.
o.
Approval of the following contributions: $5,000 to the Boys & Girls Clubs of St. Lucie County, $1,000 to The Northside Bat and Ball Little League Baseball, Incorporated, $1,000 to the In the Image of Christ, Incorporated, and $1,000 to the New Life Christian Fellowship Church from the Law Enforcement Trust Fund.
p.
Approve Change Order No. 3 with Lynch Paving for 2018 Street Resurfacing in an amount not to exceed $352,877.00.
q.
Award of Bid No. 2018-011 - Fuel Tank Removal and Installation to ATC Group Services, LLC., Tampa FL, for an amount not to exceed $160,000.00.
Motion was made by Commissioner Reginald Sessions, seconded by Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson to approve items 11 a through 11 q. Commissioner Johnson noted he and Chief Hobley-Burney had discussed item 11 o and he was encouraged by part of this being funded by the Law Enforcement Trust Fund. Commissioner Johnson will be focusing on school resource officers. He believes this could be a player in that. Regarding item 11 p, Commissioner Perona inquired if the FPUA had looked into this before resurfacing commenced. Jack Andrews, City Engineer assured him they were involved.
- AYE:
- Mayor Linda Hudson, Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, Commissioner Thomas Perona, Commissioner Reginald Sessions
- Other:
- Commissioner Rufus Alexander (ABSENT)
Passed
12.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
a.
Legislative Hearing - Ordinance No. 18-009 Rezoning the property generally located at 102 Avenue A (Marina Way), from PUR, Planned Unit Redevelopment, TO C-4, Central Commercial Zone. SECOND READING
City Clerk, Linda Cox, introduced the ordinance, read by title only, into the record.
ORDINANCE NO. 18-009 - AN ORDINANCE BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA; REZONING THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 102 AVENUE A (MARINA WAY), FROM PUR, PLANNED UNIT REDEVELOPMENT, TO C-4, CENTRAL COMMERCIAL ZONE; PROVIDING FOR A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING FOR REPEAL OF ORDINANCES OR PARTS THEREOF IN CONFLICT; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Mayor Hudson opened the Public Hearing.
Seeing no one, the Mayor closed the Public Hearing.
ORDINANCE NO. 18-009 - AN ORDINANCE BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA; REZONING THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 102 AVENUE A (MARINA WAY), FROM PUR, PLANNED UNIT REDEVELOPMENT, TO C-4, CENTRAL COMMERCIAL ZONE; PROVIDING FOR A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING FOR REPEAL OF ORDINANCES OR PARTS THEREOF IN CONFLICT; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Mayor Hudson opened the Public Hearing.
Seeing no one, the Mayor closed the Public Hearing.
Motion was made by Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, seconded by Commissioner Thomas Perona to approve item 12 a.
- AYE:
- Mayor Linda Hudson, Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, Commissioner Thomas Perona, Commissioner Reginald Sessions
- Other:
- Commissioner Rufus Alexander (ABSENT)
Passed
b.
Quasi-Judicial Hearing - Review and approval of an application for Site Plan and Design Review submitted by Applicant; John H. Blum, Carter Associates to construct a building consisting of 3,000 sq. ft. of mercantile and 1,986 sq. ft. of business office, located at 102 Avenue A (Marina Way), Fort Pierce, FL. The property is currently zoned PUR, Planned Unit Redevelopment (Parcel ID 2410-503-0045-000-6).
Linda Cox, City Clerk, indicated the Quasi-Judicial Hearing had been waived.
Vennis Gilmore, Planner, indicated the 0.138 acre site is located on the north east corner of North 2nd Street and Marina Way. The subject building will be between two existing buildings and the architecture to match the 2nd Street Station will be organic throughout. There will be an elevated patio in the front of the building. All affected departments have reviewed the proposed Site Plan with regards to requirements of the City Code. Findings from the review by corresponding departments and any associated responses by the applicant are provided for viewing by the City Commission. The Planning Board at their March 13th meeting voted unanimously to recommend approval. The proposed Site Plan meets the criteria specified in Section 22-32 and 22-59 of the City Code and promotes and protects the public health, safety and general welfare; therefore, Staff recommends that the City Commission approve the proposed Site Plan with the following conditions:
1) The applicant obtains a Right of Way permit with the Engineering Department for re-construction of the adjacent sidewalk and construction of an elevated patio.
2) Please provide a color board (11"x17" maximum) containing actual color samples of all exterior finishes, keyed to the elevations, and indicating the manufacturer's name and color designation. Provide an accurate color rendering of proposed signs showing dimensions, type of lettering, materials and actual color samples that demonstrates cohesiveness with the project design.
3) Please provide a final landscape plan that meets the requirements of Article XII, Landscaping and Trees.
4) Per City Code Section 22-59 and Chapter 23; the design features must be reasonably consistent with the historic character of the predominant architectural style within the historic district (Downtown). Please seek approval by the Historic Preservation Board for compliance with terms and conditions of applicable certificates of appropriateness, prior to issuance of any building permit.
Mayor Hudson opened the Public Hearing.
John Blum, applicant, presented himself to answer any questions.
Mike Menard mentioned the only deviation from the look of the subject site will be glass impact overhead doors.
Seeing no one else, the Mayor closed the Public Hearing.
Vennis Gilmore, Planner, indicated the 0.138 acre site is located on the north east corner of North 2nd Street and Marina Way. The subject building will be between two existing buildings and the architecture to match the 2nd Street Station will be organic throughout. There will be an elevated patio in the front of the building. All affected departments have reviewed the proposed Site Plan with regards to requirements of the City Code. Findings from the review by corresponding departments and any associated responses by the applicant are provided for viewing by the City Commission. The Planning Board at their March 13th meeting voted unanimously to recommend approval. The proposed Site Plan meets the criteria specified in Section 22-32 and 22-59 of the City Code and promotes and protects the public health, safety and general welfare; therefore, Staff recommends that the City Commission approve the proposed Site Plan with the following conditions:
1) The applicant obtains a Right of Way permit with the Engineering Department for re-construction of the adjacent sidewalk and construction of an elevated patio.
2) Please provide a color board (11"x17" maximum) containing actual color samples of all exterior finishes, keyed to the elevations, and indicating the manufacturer's name and color designation. Provide an accurate color rendering of proposed signs showing dimensions, type of lettering, materials and actual color samples that demonstrates cohesiveness with the project design.
3) Please provide a final landscape plan that meets the requirements of Article XII, Landscaping and Trees.
4) Per City Code Section 22-59 and Chapter 23; the design features must be reasonably consistent with the historic character of the predominant architectural style within the historic district (Downtown). Please seek approval by the Historic Preservation Board for compliance with terms and conditions of applicable certificates of appropriateness, prior to issuance of any building permit.
Mayor Hudson opened the Public Hearing.
John Blum, applicant, presented himself to answer any questions.
Mike Menard mentioned the only deviation from the look of the subject site will be glass impact overhead doors.
Seeing no one else, the Mayor closed the Public Hearing.
Motion was made by Commissioner Thomas Perona, seconded by Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson to approve itm 12 b with staff conditions.
- AYE:
- Mayor Linda Hudson, Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, Commissioner Thomas Perona, Commissioner Reginald Sessions
- Other:
- Commissioner Rufus Alexander (ABSENT)
Passed
c.
Legislative Hearing - Ordinance No. 18-010 Final Budget Amendment of the General Fund FY 2017 Budget. SECOND READING
City Clerk, Linda Cox, introduced the ordinance, read by title only, into the record.
ORDINANCE NO. 18-010 - AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE 2016-17 BUDGET OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA BY INSERTING THEREIN A SCHEDULE ATTACHED HERETO AND DESIGNATED AS THE 2016-17 FINAL BUDGET AMENDMENT. THE SAID SCHEDULE PROVIDES FOR THE INCREASES AND/OR DECREASES IN REVENUES AND APPROPRIATIONS IN THE GENERAL FUND, AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Mayor Hudson opened the Public Hearing.
Seeing no one, the Mayor closed the Public Hearing.
ORDINANCE NO. 18-010 - AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE 2016-17 BUDGET OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA BY INSERTING THEREIN A SCHEDULE ATTACHED HERETO AND DESIGNATED AS THE 2016-17 FINAL BUDGET AMENDMENT. THE SAID SCHEDULE PROVIDES FOR THE INCREASES AND/OR DECREASES IN REVENUES AND APPROPRIATIONS IN THE GENERAL FUND, AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Mayor Hudson opened the Public Hearing.
Seeing no one, the Mayor closed the Public Hearing.
Motion was made by Commissioner Thomas Perona, seconded by Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson to approve item 12 c.
- AYE:
- Mayor Linda Hudson, Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, Commissioner Thomas Perona, Commissioner Reginald Sessions
- Other:
- Commissioner Rufus Alexander (ABSENT)
Passed
d.
Quasi-Judicial Hearing - Ordinance 18-011 Rezoning the property generally located at 3798 Selvitz Road, from IH, Industrial Heavy (St. Lucie County Zoning) to I-3, Heavy Industrial (City of Fort Pierce Zoning). FIRST READING
City Clerk, Linda Cox, introduced the ordinance, read by title only, into the record.
ORDINANCE NO. 18-011 - AN ORDINANCE BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA; REZONING THE PROPERTY GENERALLY LOCATED AT 3798 SELVITZ ROAD, FROM IH, INDUSTRIAL HEAVY (ST. LUCIE COUNTY ZONING), TO I-3, HEAVY INDUSTRIAL (CITY OF FORT PIERCE); PROVIDING FOR A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING FOR REPEAL OF ORDINANCES OR PARTS THEREOF IN CONFLICT; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Before commencing this Quasi-Judicial Hearing, James Messer, City Attorney, reminded the Commission when acting as a Quasi-Judicial Body they apply the laws and policies established and are held to stricter procedural requirements, following basic standards established and are held to stricter procedural requirements, following basic standards of notice and due process based on substantial evidence. As such, they conduct these proceedings as judges instead of legislators.
Mr. Messer additionally confirmed that there are no party interveners in this matter, other than the applicant and City staff. That means that the only other individuals that may be heard are people who might have relevant information and their comments are limited to three (3) minutes each. Members of the public may be permitted to present their non-expert opinions, but the Commission must know that public sentiment is not relevant to the decision which must be based on competent, substantial evidence.
Mayor Hudson called the proceeding to order.
City Clerk, Linda Cox, confirmed the City complied with advertisement and notice requirements.
Mayor Linda Hudson inquired with the Commission regarding ex-parte communications; Commissioner Johnson met with the owner’s representative; Commissioner Perona met with the owner’s representative and neighboring properties; Commissioner Sessions spoke with owner’s representative. Mayor Hudson did not have any ex-parte communications.
City Clerk, Linda Cox, was asked to swear in those wanting to speak during this Quasi-Judicial hearing. Individuals in the audience intending to speak on this item were asked to stand, raise their right hand, and administered an oath to tell the truth, the whole truth and nothing but the truth. Those that were sworn in were asked to clearly state their name for the record and confirm they were sworn in at such time as they were asked to come forward to testify.
Vennis Gilmore, Planner, indicated the proposed rezoning site is approximately 39.71 acres. The applicant is looking to rezone from I-3 Heavy Industrial to I-1 Light Industrial.
The following standards must be satisfied per Section 22-131 of the City Code prior to the approval of the requested amendment:
(1) The amendment is consistent with the comprehensive plan;
(2) The amendment will not have an adverse effect on the ability of the city to:
a. Satisfy land and water use needs; and
b. Meet transportation demands and provide community facilities and services; and
(3) The amendment will promote and protect the public health, safety and general welfare.
All affected departments have reviewed the proposed Zoning Atlas Amendment with regards requirements of the City Code. Findings from the review by corresponding departments and any associated responses by the applicant are provided for viewing by the City Commission.
The proposed amendment meets the criteria specified in Section 22-131 of the City Code and promotes and protects the public health, safety and general welfare; therefore Staff recommends that the City Commission, approve the proposed amendment.
Mayor Hudson opened the Public Hearing.
Dennis Murphy with Culpepper & Terpening, Inc. presented himself to answer any questions.
Bud Wild feels the old classification allows for the potential of environmental damage which has already occurred at the site. He feels Light Industrial is a better fit.
Katherine Barberi was concerned about the environmental risks and storm water.
Dennis Murphy stated they will meet with adjacent property owners to address any questions or concerns.
After City Commission comments, Dennis Murphy stepped up again to speak of the photographs presented.
City Engineer, Jack Andrews, was sworn in and spoke of the impact of changing the zoning designation.
Seeing no one else, the Mayor closed the Public Hearing.
ORDINANCE NO. 18-011 - AN ORDINANCE BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA; REZONING THE PROPERTY GENERALLY LOCATED AT 3798 SELVITZ ROAD, FROM IH, INDUSTRIAL HEAVY (ST. LUCIE COUNTY ZONING), TO I-3, HEAVY INDUSTRIAL (CITY OF FORT PIERCE); PROVIDING FOR A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING FOR REPEAL OF ORDINANCES OR PARTS THEREOF IN CONFLICT; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Before commencing this Quasi-Judicial Hearing, James Messer, City Attorney, reminded the Commission when acting as a Quasi-Judicial Body they apply the laws and policies established and are held to stricter procedural requirements, following basic standards established and are held to stricter procedural requirements, following basic standards of notice and due process based on substantial evidence. As such, they conduct these proceedings as judges instead of legislators.
Mr. Messer additionally confirmed that there are no party interveners in this matter, other than the applicant and City staff. That means that the only other individuals that may be heard are people who might have relevant information and their comments are limited to three (3) minutes each. Members of the public may be permitted to present their non-expert opinions, but the Commission must know that public sentiment is not relevant to the decision which must be based on competent, substantial evidence.
Mayor Hudson called the proceeding to order.
City Clerk, Linda Cox, confirmed the City complied with advertisement and notice requirements.
Mayor Linda Hudson inquired with the Commission regarding ex-parte communications; Commissioner Johnson met with the owner’s representative; Commissioner Perona met with the owner’s representative and neighboring properties; Commissioner Sessions spoke with owner’s representative. Mayor Hudson did not have any ex-parte communications.
City Clerk, Linda Cox, was asked to swear in those wanting to speak during this Quasi-Judicial hearing. Individuals in the audience intending to speak on this item were asked to stand, raise their right hand, and administered an oath to tell the truth, the whole truth and nothing but the truth. Those that were sworn in were asked to clearly state their name for the record and confirm they were sworn in at such time as they were asked to come forward to testify.
Vennis Gilmore, Planner, indicated the proposed rezoning site is approximately 39.71 acres. The applicant is looking to rezone from I-3 Heavy Industrial to I-1 Light Industrial.
The following standards must be satisfied per Section 22-131 of the City Code prior to the approval of the requested amendment:
(1) The amendment is consistent with the comprehensive plan;
(2) The amendment will not have an adverse effect on the ability of the city to:
a. Satisfy land and water use needs; and
b. Meet transportation demands and provide community facilities and services; and
(3) The amendment will promote and protect the public health, safety and general welfare.
All affected departments have reviewed the proposed Zoning Atlas Amendment with regards requirements of the City Code. Findings from the review by corresponding departments and any associated responses by the applicant are provided for viewing by the City Commission.
The proposed amendment meets the criteria specified in Section 22-131 of the City Code and promotes and protects the public health, safety and general welfare; therefore Staff recommends that the City Commission, approve the proposed amendment.
Mayor Hudson opened the Public Hearing.
Dennis Murphy with Culpepper & Terpening, Inc. presented himself to answer any questions.
Bud Wild feels the old classification allows for the potential of environmental damage which has already occurred at the site. He feels Light Industrial is a better fit.
Katherine Barberi was concerned about the environmental risks and storm water.
Dennis Murphy stated they will meet with adjacent property owners to address any questions or concerns.
After City Commission comments, Dennis Murphy stepped up again to speak of the photographs presented.
City Engineer, Jack Andrews, was sworn in and spoke of the impact of changing the zoning designation.
Seeing no one else, the Mayor closed the Public Hearing.
Motion was made by Commissioner Thomas Perona, seconded by Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson to approve item 12 d.
- AYE:
- Mayor Linda Hudson, Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, Commissioner Thomas Perona, Commissioner Reginald Sessions
- Other:
- Commissioner Rufus Alexander (ABSENT)
Passed
e.
Legislative Hearing - Ordinance 18-012 A voluntary annexation submitted by Okeechobee Properties LLC, and property owner Karen Gelety to annex property located at 2605, 2607, & 2609 Rolyat Street. Two properties are zoned CO, Commercial Office, and one property is zoned CG, General Commercial. The Future Land-Use of all three properties is COM, Commercial. Parcel IDs 2419-601-0040-000-9, 2419-601-0041-000-6, 2419-601-0042-000-3. FIRST READING
City Clerk, Linda Cox, introduced the ordinance, read by title only, into the record.
ORDINANCE NO. 18-012 - AN ORDINANCE EXTENDING THE TERRITORIAL LIMITS OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA, TO INCLUDE 2605, 2607, & 2609 ROLYAT STREET IN FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA 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, 2018; DIRECTING THE ST. LUCIE COUNTY TAX COLLECTOR TO COLLECT TAXES ON THE HEREIN DESCRIBED PROPERTY; ESTABLISHING THE ZONING DESIGNATION; ESTABLISHING THE 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.
Brandon Creagan, Planning Analyst, indicated the total of all three parcels equates to approximately 0.73 acres. All three parcels are within St. Lucie County’s jurisdiction and, if this annexation is approved, all three sites will be given a zoning designation of C-3, General Commercial and a Future Land Use of GC, General Commercial. As proposed, the annexation meets the above standards of the City’s Comprehensive Plan, specifically Policy Section 1.11 regarding annexations. Planning Staff recommends that the City Commission approve Ordinance 18-012 for the proposed annexation along with designating the zoning as C-3, General Commercial and designating the Future Land Use as GC, General Commercial.
Mayor Hudson opened the Public Hearing.
Emily O’Mahoney presented herself to answer any questions.
Seeing no one else, the Mayor closed the Public Hearing.
ORDINANCE NO. 18-012 - AN ORDINANCE EXTENDING THE TERRITORIAL LIMITS OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA, TO INCLUDE 2605, 2607, & 2609 ROLYAT STREET IN FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA 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, 2018; DIRECTING THE ST. LUCIE COUNTY TAX COLLECTOR TO COLLECT TAXES ON THE HEREIN DESCRIBED PROPERTY; ESTABLISHING THE ZONING DESIGNATION; ESTABLISHING THE 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.
Brandon Creagan, Planning Analyst, indicated the total of all three parcels equates to approximately 0.73 acres. All three parcels are within St. Lucie County’s jurisdiction and, if this annexation is approved, all three sites will be given a zoning designation of C-3, General Commercial and a Future Land Use of GC, General Commercial. As proposed, the annexation meets the above standards of the City’s Comprehensive Plan, specifically Policy Section 1.11 regarding annexations. Planning Staff recommends that the City Commission approve Ordinance 18-012 for the proposed annexation along with designating the zoning as C-3, General Commercial and designating the Future Land Use as GC, General Commercial.
Mayor Hudson opened the Public Hearing.
Emily O’Mahoney presented herself to answer any questions.
Seeing no one else, the Mayor closed the Public Hearing.
Motion was made by Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, seconded by Commissioner Thomas Perona to approve item 12 e.
- AYE:
- Mayor Linda Hudson, Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, Commissioner Thomas Perona, Commissioner Reginald Sessions
- Other:
- Commissioner Rufus Alexander (ABSENT)
Passed
13.
CITY COMMISSION
a.
Resolution No. 18-R21 determining that the structure located at 1700 N 16th Street is unsafe and should be condemned and demolished and setting a hearing to determine this matter before the City Commission on June 4, 2018.
City Clerk, Linda Cox, introduced the resolution, read by title only, into the record.
RESOLUTION NO. 18-R21 - A RESOLUTION DETERMINING THAT CERTAIN BUILDING OR STRUCTURE LOCATED AT 1700 N 16TH ST IN FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA IS UNSAFE AND CONSTITUTES A MENACE TO THE BUSINESS, HEALTH AND SAFETY OF THE COMMUNITY; AND THAT SAID BUILDING OR STRUCTURE SHALL BE CONDEMNED AND DEMOLISHED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE; AND THAT A PUBLIC HEARING BE HELD AT THE REGULARLY SCHEDULED CITY COMMISSION MEETING ON JUNE 4, 2018 AT 6:30 PM, IN THE CITY COMMISSION CHAMBERS LOCATED AT 100 N US HWY 1, FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA; AND PROVIDING FOR NOTICE TO ALL PARTIES OF INTEREST.
RESOLUTION NO. 18-R21 - A RESOLUTION DETERMINING THAT CERTAIN BUILDING OR STRUCTURE LOCATED AT 1700 N 16TH ST IN FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA IS UNSAFE AND CONSTITUTES A MENACE TO THE BUSINESS, HEALTH AND SAFETY OF THE COMMUNITY; AND THAT SAID BUILDING OR STRUCTURE SHALL BE CONDEMNED AND DEMOLISHED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE; AND THAT A PUBLIC HEARING BE HELD AT THE REGULARLY SCHEDULED CITY COMMISSION MEETING ON JUNE 4, 2018 AT 6:30 PM, IN THE CITY COMMISSION CHAMBERS LOCATED AT 100 N US HWY 1, FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA; AND PROVIDING FOR NOTICE TO ALL PARTIES OF INTEREST.
Motion was made by Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, seconded by Commissioner Thomas Perona to approve item 13 a.
- AYE:
- Mayor Linda Hudson, Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, Commissioner Thomas Perona, Commissioner Reginald Sessions
- Other:
- Commissioner Rufus Alexander (ABSENT)
Passed
b.
Resolution 18-R22 approving the transfer of a parcel of land owned by the City of Fort Pierce to the Florida Department of Transportation for intersection improvements at U.S. 1 and Virginia Avenue.
City Clerk, Linda Cox, introduced the resolution, read by title only, into the record.
RESOLUTION NO. 18-R22 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A DEED IN FAVOR OF THE STATE OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION A PARCEL OF LAND FOR TRANSPORTATION PURPOSES AND IMPROVEMENTS TO STATE ROAD NO. 5 (US 1) AT STATE ROUTE 70 (VIRGINIA AVENUE) AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR, CITY CLERK, AND CITY ATTORNEY TO EXECUTE SAID AGREEMENT ON THE PART OF THE CITY; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
City Engineer, Jack Andrews, stated this is a small piece of property the city maintains at the intersection of US 1 and Virginia Avenue. It was the consensus that the city would transfer this parcel to DOT for construction of a right turn lane. This is the formal request of what was already discussed during a Conference Agenda Meeting a few months ago.
RESOLUTION NO. 18-R22 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A DEED IN FAVOR OF THE STATE OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION A PARCEL OF LAND FOR TRANSPORTATION PURPOSES AND IMPROVEMENTS TO STATE ROAD NO. 5 (US 1) AT STATE ROUTE 70 (VIRGINIA AVENUE) AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR, CITY CLERK, AND CITY ATTORNEY TO EXECUTE SAID AGREEMENT ON THE PART OF THE CITY; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
City Engineer, Jack Andrews, stated this is a small piece of property the city maintains at the intersection of US 1 and Virginia Avenue. It was the consensus that the city would transfer this parcel to DOT for construction of a right turn lane. This is the formal request of what was already discussed during a Conference Agenda Meeting a few months ago.
Motion was made by Commissioner Thomas Perona, seconded by Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson to approve item 13 b.
- AYE:
- Mayor Linda Hudson, Commissioner Jeremiah Johnson, Commissioner Thomas Perona, Commissioner Reginald Sessions
- Other:
- Commissioner Rufus Alexander (ABSENT)
Passed
c.
Submittal of Applications for City Commission selection of Arts and Culture Advisory Board.
City Clerk, Linda Cox, stated the submittal of applications for Commission's Consideration for Arts and Culture would be provided to the City Commission for them to vote at the next Commission Meeting.
d.
Submittal of Applications for Communitywide Council
City Clerk, Linda Cox, stated the submittal of applications for Commission's consideration for Communitywide Council would be provided to the City Commission for them to vote at the next Commission Meeting. There are currently four vacancies and only two applications submitted.
14.
COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
Wyatt Echell
Dr. Ron & Kip Lyman
Nancy Archer
Sandi Hellstrom Leonard
Sherry Strong
Dr. Ron & Kip Lyman
Nancy Archer
Sandi Hellstrom Leonard
Sherry Strong
15.
COMMENTS FROM THE CITY MANAGER
Nicholas Mimms, City Manager, reported over 250 attended the All American Clean Up. The Fort Pierce Police Department participated in the Tour De Force and the local Law Enforcement Torch Run for the Special Olympics. Mr. Mimms and Planning Director, Rebecca Grohall, held their first meeting with St. Lucie County regarding annexation. In the month of June there will be a Public Input Meeting at the Sunrise Theatre regarding said theatre. During the next Conference Agenda the Lincoln Theatre and the plans for its revitalization will be discussed.
James Messer, City Attorney, indicated Caroline Valentin, Assistant City Attorney, will be making a formal presentation at the Florida League of Cities Annual Conference.
James Messer, City Attorney, indicated Caroline Valentin, Assistant City Attorney, will be making a formal presentation at the Florida League of Cities Annual Conference.
a.
City Manager's Report
16.
COMMENTS FROM THE COMMISSION
Commissioner Perona stated the FPUA Strategic Planning was a really good and informative event. The Commissioner indicated he’d be speaking to the Tourist Development Council to see what the status is on the Bike Share Program and compare it to the program he saw was installed in North Carolina during his recent visit.
Commissioner Sessions spoke of the highlights of the TCERDA Workshop he attended and was proud to learn our local Farmer’s Market is listed as number one in the state of Florida and number three in the Nation. Regarding the Sunrise Theatre, he mentioned the City of Fort Pierce has made a great sacrifice in spending so much money on the theatre when our streets are dilapidated. He urged the public to be part of the solutions to keep the Sunrise Theatre up and running. Additionally, Commissioner Sessions requested he be given an update of the Police Advisory Board.
Commissioner Johnson spoke about flooding at 25th Street & Bell Avenue and his concerns. There will be a Treasure Coast Council of Local Governments meeting in July, as well as, a great networking opportunity for the City Commission to meet other people from other agencies in the form of a BBQ in Okeechobee on July 18th. He congratulated Main Street of Fort Pierce on their 30th Year Anniversary. There have been some issues with South 29th Street. The Hope Planning Board is running smoothly.
Mayor Hudson mentioned the TIFF funds were used for the Sunrise Theatre and now that those funds are exhausted the theatre is using local funds which was never the intention. The funds TIFF is now generating are to pay off debt. On May 17th at St. Bernadette’s Church there will be an appreciation event put on for Law Enforcement. There will be another on May 20th at St. Paul African Methodist Episcopal Church.
Commissioner Sessions spoke of the highlights of the TCERDA Workshop he attended and was proud to learn our local Farmer’s Market is listed as number one in the state of Florida and number three in the Nation. Regarding the Sunrise Theatre, he mentioned the City of Fort Pierce has made a great sacrifice in spending so much money on the theatre when our streets are dilapidated. He urged the public to be part of the solutions to keep the Sunrise Theatre up and running. Additionally, Commissioner Sessions requested he be given an update of the Police Advisory Board.
Commissioner Johnson spoke about flooding at 25th Street & Bell Avenue and his concerns. There will be a Treasure Coast Council of Local Governments meeting in July, as well as, a great networking opportunity for the City Commission to meet other people from other agencies in the form of a BBQ in Okeechobee on July 18th. He congratulated Main Street of Fort Pierce on their 30th Year Anniversary. There have been some issues with South 29th Street. The Hope Planning Board is running smoothly.
Mayor Hudson mentioned the TIFF funds were used for the Sunrise Theatre and now that those funds are exhausted the theatre is using local funds which was never the intention. The funds TIFF is now generating are to pay off debt. On May 17th at St. Bernadette’s Church there will be an appreciation event put on for Law Enforcement. There will be another on May 20th at St. Paul African Methodist Episcopal Church.
17.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 9:01 p.m.
ATTEST:
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